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Oregon will use its CPF allocation to fund a competitive grant program supporting last-mile broadband infrastructure in areas with insufficient internet access.
King County in the Seattle area is accepting applications for two projects for a renewable energy pilot program that uses sewage to keep businesses warm during the winter.
In an effort to strengthen the nation’s power grid, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has awarded $3.46 billion to 58 innovative projects that focus on delivering affordable, clean power, particularly to disadvantaged communities.
New Jersey – The Central Regional School District has nominated Michelle CarneyRay-Yoder as its new superintendent. After five years as the superintendent for the Somers Point School District, CarneyRay-Yoder will begin her new role on Jan. 1. CarneyRay-Yoder is the current president of the Atlantic
Virginia – On Oct. 23, the city of Salem appointed the current Assistant City Manager Rob Light to the position of interim city manager. Light will succeed Jay Taliaferro on Nov. 1, bringing 13 years of public sector experience with Roanoke County to the role.
California – Heidi Luckenbach will replace Rosemary Menard as the city of Santa Cruz’s water director. Luckenbach, the current deputy director and engineering manager for the city, has been employed by the city of Santa Cruz’s Water Department since 1999.
Massachusetts – Mayor Wu has chosen Beata Coloyan as the city of Boston’s new executive director of the Office of Neighborhood Services. Coloyan began her role on Oct. 19.