The Planning Commission approves the city’s long-term capital plan, which includes an infusion of state and federal funding for next year.
Opportunity and Access
The city’s African American Restoration Task Force is gearing up to go after grants to increase investment and wealth among Black residents.
Sustaining Services, Raising Taxes
City Mayor Indya Kincannon proposes a 50-cent property tax hike to pay for a budget that would increase pay for city employees.
City Budget Landscape
A property tax increase appears to be the most likely option for maintaining services while increasing employee pay.
Power Poll: Of Bridges, Budgets and Masks
Respondents weigh in on a proposed pedestrian bridge, city pay, school system litigation, and their own views on masks.
Extra Bases
The city sees an Old City hotel project as the first new development generated by the planned multi-use stadium.
Over the River
UT is looking to the South Waterfront for future growth and talking with the city about reviving a pedestrian bridge project.
Pension Costs Rising
Providing retirement benefits is growing more expensive. City officials say it’s a matter of keeping promises made to employees.
Infrastructure Tab
Street improvements and new plazas around the new stadium could cost the city as much as $14 million.
Questions and Ashes
WRS Inc. plans to move forward with redeveloping the historic Standard Knitting Mill amid calls for greater security for vacant buildings.