The mayor s proposed biennial budget includes $21 million in increased spending the first year driven by public safety, inflation, StarTran costs, heavy equipment purchases, affordable housing and South Haymarket Park.
Nearly 1,500 people gathered at a Justice In Action assembly to encourage officials to address mental health, pretrial diversion and affordable housing issues.
The city renewed a license for the Haymarket s entertainment district, which includes the Railyard and surrounding properties, and the district s property owners hired a consultant.
Homeowners and landlords with aging heating and cooling equipment are invited to a "Powering the Future" event this Saturday at the Unitarian Church of Lincoln.
The city announced a pilot program to offer incentives to homeowners who buy efficient heat pumps. Low-income residents can get $3,000, other homeowners will be eligible for $1,000.