Mesa Public Schools (AZ) Expands Edupoint Synergy Solution to Include Online Registration
MESA, Ariz. /ScoopCloud/ -- Edupoint(R) Educational Systems, creator of the industry-leading Synergy(R) Education Platform for K-12 student information and learning management, has been selected by Mesa Public Schools to implement the company's Synergy Online Registration solution. Synergy Online Registration will augment Mesa's existing implementation of the fully-integrated Synergy Education Platform.
EPIC Insurance Plays Key Role in Launching New Employee Wellness Center for the City of Atlanta
ATLANTA, Ga. /ScoopCloud/ -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants, a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, announced today that EPIC client the City of Atlanta recently celebrated the grand opening of a new Wellness Center for city employees. This 12,000-square foot facility is located in the City Plaza building across from Atlanta's City Hall.
OC Great Park Takes One More Step Towards Becoming a World-Renowned Metropolitan Park with Small Cells Wireless Coverage
IRVINE, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- 5 Bars Communities, a dba of XG Communities, a premier provider of wireless master plans, asset marketing and engineering services for cities and municipalities across the United States, announced today an agreement to develop a Wireless Marketing Plan for the OC Great Park. Owned by the City of Irvine in California, The Great Park is a 1,300 acre arts and sport recreational hub currently in development to be the first great metropolitan park of the 21st century.
5 Bars Communities to Develop Wireless Marketing Plan and Accelerate Small Cell Deployment for the City of Irvine CA
IRVINE, California /ScoopCloud/ -- 5 Bars Communities, a dba of XG Communities LLC, a premier provider of wireless master plans, asset marketing and engineering services for cities and municipalities across the United States, announced today an agreement to develop a Wireless Marketing Plan for the City of Irvine. Irvine is known as the premier master planned city in America, with award winning schools and a "safe city" designation.
City of Placentia CA Votes 5-0 to Enter Into Agreement with 5 Bars to Develop Wireless Master and Marketing Plan
IRVINE, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- 5 Bars Communities, a dba of XG Communities, as a premier provider of wireless master plans, asset marketing agreements and engineering services for cities and municipalities across the United States, announced today Placentia's City Council unanimously voted to authorize staff to enter into an agreement with 5 Bars Communities.
Dania Beach CRA Issues RFQ for Real Estate Developer for Downtown City Center
DANIA BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Dania Beach Community Redevelopment Agency (DBCRA) invites interested parties to participate in a public private partnership and submit qualifications (RFQ) for the redevelopment of property known as the Dania Beach City Center. This 4.5-acre site is owned by the City of Dania Beach.
Pompano Beach CRA and Urban Land Institute Symposium to Reveal Half Billion Investment Opportunity
POMPANO BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Pompano Beach CRA has partnered with the Urban Land Institute to host a unique symposium outlining the $500 million investment opportunity available for developers in the Pompano Beach Innovation District. Nationally recognized redevelopment experts and invested developers will provide comprehensive details about the last 24 acres of undeveloped parcels in Broward County with prime visibility from I-95.
Donald Eugene Lowe Ramps up Presidential Campaign for 2020 as the Right Choice
SAN ANGELO, Texas /ScoopCloud/ -- Four years ago, Donald Eugene Lowe launched his presidential campaign and ran for president in 2016. Today, he continues to be dismayed by the direction of the country and maintains his position that he is the right choice for president of the United States in 2020.
5 BARS to Develop Wireless Marketing Plan and Small Cell Program for the City of Fresno, California
IRVINE, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- 5 Bars Communities, dba XG Communities, a premier provider of wireless master plans, asset marketing agreements and engineering services for cities and municipalities across the United States, announced today an agreement to develop a Wireless Marketing Plan for the City of Fresno, California.
Pompano Beach CRA Announces City Vista Artist in Residence Program
POMPANO BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Pompano Beach Community Redevelopment Agency (CRA) has issued a call for artists of all disciplines to submit applications for the City Vista Artist in Residence (AiR) program. City Vista is a mixed-use apartment building located in the heart of the developing downtown district.
Mid America Mortgage Purchases eNote from First eClosing Transaction in North Carolina
ADDISON, Texas /ScoopCloud/ -- Mid America Mortgage, Inc. (Mid America) announced today it has purchased the eNote from North Carolina's first eMortgage transaction. The transaction, which was completed entirely electronically on May 5, was a refinance for a property in Winston-Salem and was executed by Hickory-based North State Bank. Upon completion of the closing, Mid America was able to purchase the resulting eNote within one business day after receiving the final loan package.
Open Letter from City Leaders Calls for Prevailing Wages in State Housing Reforms
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- In an open letter that ran as a full page ad in today's Sacramento Bee, elected leaders from six of California's eight largest cities called on California Governor Jerry Brown and the State Legislature to include prevailing wage standards in state housing reforms. The ad was paid for by Smart Cities Prevail (SCP).
Pompano Beach Cultural Center Opens with Dazzling Weekend of Events and Rave Reviews
POMPANO BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Pompano Beach Cultural Center opened Thursday, May 11 with a spectacular ribbon cutting ceremony featuring dancers whose costume unfurled to become the red ribbon cut by Mayor Lamar Fisher and an esteemed group of City, County and State leaders.
NJ Manufacturing Extension Program Summit Sparks Creation of Senate Manufacturing Caucus
CEDAR KNOLLS, N.J. /ScoopCloud/ -- New Jersey Manufacturing Extension Program (NJMEP) congratulated President of the New Jersey Senate, Steve Sweeney, today on the formation of a Senate Manufacturing Caucus that will be charged with developing legislation and other programs to make New Jersey a more competitive environment for the Garden State's 10,552 manufacturers.
Southern Iowa Mayor Issues Life-Changing Challenge to His Community
OSCEOLA, Iowa /ScoopCloud/ -- How often are you asked, "How far would you go for what you need?" Would you ever answer, "Across the entire state?" That's exactly what Thomas Kedley, Mayor of Osceola in Southern Iowa, has challenged himself to do through Operation Recreation.
City of Sacramento Deploys its First Small Cell Site, Working with 5 BARS
SACRAMENTO, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Working with 5 BARS(R), a leading innovator in Small Cell, distributed antenna systems (DAS) and Wi-Fi wireless services for intelligent infrastructure, the City of Sacramento has approved its first small cell test sites with two major wireless carriers.
Smokers’ Rights Group Objects to NYC Council Anti-Smoker Measures
BROOKLYN, N.Y. /ScoopCloud/ -- Smokers' right group NYC Citizens Lobbying Against Smoker Harassment (C.L.A.S.H.) was courteously extended a personal invitation by the office of the NYC Council to attend and provide testimony at the Health Committee hearing being held Thursday on a package of ten anti-smoker proposals. The invitation was initially accepted but now we decline.
Tenaja Environmental Concerns Association Requests County Stop Issuing Kennel Permits
MURIETTA, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Tenaja Environmental Concerns Association (TECA) is requesting a call to action from Riverside County public officials to stop issuing kennel permits in Residential and Equine neighborhoods. It says that the existing ordinance needs to be updated to address specific property rights of surrounding residents and to introduce additional conditions to safeguard them from the negative impact these kennels present to these communities.
Ferret Owners Hopeful as California Fish and Game Commission Consider Issuing Permits for Ferrets
LA MESA, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- Legalize Ferrets, a California organization that continues to advocate for ferret legalization in the state, has a watchful eye on The California Fish and Game Commission this month. Why? The commission is set to consider issuing permits for ferrets during its April 26, 2017 meeting in Van Nuys, Calif.
Culver City, California Becomes a Sanctuary City
CULVER CITY, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- At its March 27, 2017 meeting, the City Council of the City of Culver City adopted a Resolution to declare itself a sanctuary city. According to the Resolution, "The City of Culver City is a sanctuary city for all of its residents, and the City stands in solidarity with other sanctuary jurisdictions."
Housing Advocates and Los Angeles Residents Call on Los Angeles City Council to Limit Short-Term Rentals in LA
LOS ANGELES, Calif. /ScoopCloud/ -- A growing alliance of affordable housing advocates, local neighborhood renters and homeowners, hotel employees and hotel representatives gathered today in front of Los Angeles City Hall to call on City officials to adopt smart regulations for short-term rentals, according to Keep Neighborhoods First.
Pompano Beach Cultural Center Announces Resident Companies
POMPANO BEACH, Fla. /ScoopCloud/ -- The Pompano Beach Cultural Center today announced the names of the 11 regional non-profit organizations that will form the Center's resident companies. This Cultural Alliance is comprised of highly regarded performing arts organizations based in South Florida. Each will offer exciting individual performances, while also collaborating on special events and educational programming.
Free Land and Incentives for Builders Looking to Develop in Osceola, Iowa
OSCEOLA, Iowa /ScoopCloud/ -- As part of a new housing development initiative, Osceola, Iowa's Clarke County Development Corporation (CCDC) is offering home builders and developers shovel-ready sites at no cost for residential projects as well as reimbursements on interest for construction loans for a 12-month period. The CCDC launched the Zero-Cost Development initiative in an effort to capitalize on the recent growth trends and development throughout south central Iowa.
Former Military Officers Seek Greater Due Process for CA Bonus Troops
WASHINGTON, D.C. /ScoopCloud/ -- Two former military officers of the Washington D.C. law firm of Jordan Guydon sent letters today to U.S. Senator Boxer, other Congressional leaders, the Secretary of Defense and Secretary of the Army, urging the strengthening of due process for the California National Guard bonus recipients. The two are Darlye Jordan, managing partner of the firm and a former Army major who advised commanders during the Gulf War; and, Howard G. Cooley, of-counsel, and a retired Army colonel.
Donald Eugene Lowe Says He Could Still ‘Stop’ President-Elect Trump Based on Election Law Loopholes
SAN ANGELO, Texas /ScoopCloud/ -- No matter party affiliation, everyone can agree that this year's elections were heart-pumping. And for Donald Eugene Lowe, it might have even been a bit more so. Why? To date, he says that he is the first person in history to become a President-Elect Alternate. It's the law - a combination of many, in fact.
Feldmann Nagel Public Affairs, LLC Announces the Opening of Its Lobby Practice
DENVER, Colo., May 6, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Feldmann Nagel Public Affairs, LLC, ('FNPA') has announced the opening of its lobby practice. FNPA is independent from the law firm of Feldmann Nagel, LLC, and has experienced professionals to work at both the executive and legislative branches of government. David Nagel, an accomplished attorney and CPA, is at the helm of Feldmann Nagel Public Affairs, LLC.
EPIC Insurance’s David McNeil Appointed to California Joint Powers Risk Management Authority Advisory Board
SAN FRANCISCO, Calif., April 28, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- EPIC Insurance Brokers and Consultants (EPIC), a retail property, casualty insurance brokerage and employee benefits consultant, today announced that David McNeil, a principal in the firm's Inland Empire division, has been appointed to the Advisory Board of the California Association of Mutual Water Companies Joint Powers Risk and Insurance Management Authority (CAMWC-JPRIMA).
CCDC’s Trickey Appointed to State Advisory Board
OSCEOLA, Iowa, April 27, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Clarke County Development Corporation's Executive Director, Bill Trickey, was recently appointed to the Small Business Development Center (SBDC) State Advisory Board. The Iowa SBDC offers high quality assistance to current and future Iowa business owners. As a member, Trickey will influence decisions that benefit businesses and job creation throughout the state.
Highlights of The People’s Democratic Movement Public Meeting held in North Caicos
BOTTLE CREEK, North Caicos, April 22, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The People's Democratic Movement started their tour around the Islands with a series of public meetings to promote their initiatives. North Caicos was the first island to receive the party and their supporters. The main topics covered on the meeting were crime, security, the 2016 budget and its failings, issues affecting the islands of North and Middle Caicos.
New Book ‘Reinventing Your City’ Reveals Strategies for Urban and Regional Planning
MIAMI, Fla., April 11, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Kim Briesemeister and Chris Brown's new book, 'Reinventing Your City - Eight Steps to Turn Your City Around' (ISBN: 978-0986086007), is the essential guide for every city and business leader striving to make their community a better place. Authored by the co-founders of Redevelopment Management Associates, their approach to helping cities grow has resulted in $1 billion in private sector investment.
City of Terre Haute, Indiana, Resumes Blight Elimination Program
TERRE HAUTE, Ind., March 24, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- The City of Terre Haute, Ind., and its program partner, the Terre Haute Department of Redevelopment, have approved 27 vacant/blighted residential properties for demolition through Round Two of Indiana's Blight Elimination Program (BEP).
RMA Rises to the Challenge of Sea Level Change
MIAMI BEACH, Fla., Feb. 10, 2016 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- One of the most urgent issues South Florida's municipal leaders must tackle is sea level rise. Faced with inevitable flooding problems, leaders from around the state recently converged in Key West to discuss the coastal crisis. RMA, which is currently planning and redeveloping several cities along the coast, sent their Director of Urban Design and Planning, Natasha Alfonso, to the Southeast Florida Regional Climate Leadership Summit to help their clients stay ahead of the challenge.
Clarke Schools’ Career Academy Focuses Students on Future Success
OSCEOLA, Iowa, Dec. 18, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Clarke Community Schools in Osceola, Iowa is developing a Career Academy that will provide a specialized course pathway for career-minded students. Aligned with Governor Branstad's new Future Ready Iowa initiative, this program is the genesis of Clarke's new curriculum director Jean Bahls and Bill Trickey of Clarke County Development Corporation.
Civic Resource Group and TransitScreen Selected to Modernize MTC’s Transit Signage across the San Francisco Bay Area
LOS ANGELES, Calif., Dec 2, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Civic Resource Group (CRG) and TransitScreen, Inc. today announced they have joined forces to modernize the transit displays in 46+ different locations across the San Francisco Bay Area as part of the Metropolitan Transportation Commission (MTC)'s Hub Signage program.
Civic Resource Group Int’l CivicConnect Parking Featured on California Mobile Gallery as ‘ParkItDTSD’ App
LOS ANGELES, Calif., Sept. 9, 2015 (SEND2PRESS NEWSWIRE) -- Civic Resource Group International (CRGI) today announced inclusion of CivicConnect(TM) Parking, the Company's high performing product from its 'Smart Cities' Portfolio, in California Mobile Gallery. The product was successfully implemented in San Diego as 'ParkItDTSD' and is featured in the Gallery under this name.