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Council OKs ordinance to allow chickens in backyards

The City Council approved an ordinance during Wednesday’s meeting that will allow residents living in single-family homes to keep as many as 10 chickens in their backyards. A detailed report will be published in the Nov. 20 issue.

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Data center petition falls short

A recent petition seeking to add three questions to this year’s general election ballot, one of which deals with data centers, failed to receive enough verified signatures in order to move forward.

City reaches agreement with Blue Collar employees

Late last month, the Boulder City Council approved a new three-year Collective Bargaining Agreement (CBA) for the Teamsters Local 14 Blue Collar Bargaining Unit (BCBU).

National designation sought for hangar

It’s a small piece of Boulder City history that while out of sight, isn’t necessarily out of mind.

PD receives pay increase, retention bonuses

Members of the Boulder City Police Protective Association (PPA) are set to receive pay increases, a new 10-step salary schedule, retention bonuses at 15 and 20 years of service, and an increased shift differential in their new contract.

Airport sees $10M tower grant

It may come as a surprise to some that the Boulder City Airport is now the third busiest in Nevada based on enplanements. Because of that fact, the need for an air traffic control tower has increased every year.

Preservation Day: A step back in time

Dozens of people had an opportunity to journey back in time and get an inside look into Boulder City’s past as part of Saturday’s annual Historic Preservation Day.

Thomas looks back at first year

With just about any new job, especially within a municipality, there’s a learning curve as one gets to know the issues and the people.

Residential Amnesty Program starts May 1

Imagine getting ready to sell your house, or worse yet, have a disaster in the home, only to find out an earlier renovation or remodel was not up to code? Modifications can bring a home sale to a grinding halt, or cause problems for insurance reimbursement. If you renovated or remodeled your home or accessory structure without getting a building permit first, here is your opportunity to get in compliance.

Private helipad is becoming closer to reality

A request to build a private residential heliport cleared a second hurdle last week during more than an hour-long presentation and discussion.