June 7, 2023: Groundbreaking held for joint General District Court; Council holds first reading of FY24 utility rates

Wildfires burning hundreds of miles away have transformed the sky into a smoky haze that could be described as unsettling, yet yielding powerful sunrises and sunsets. Though Charlottesville Community Engagement is mostly about items that happen in a relatively small portion of the earth, nothing is not connected. I’m Sean Tubbs, seeking to offer as much information as I can. On today’s show:* Elected officials in Albemarle and Charlottesville break ground for the first phase of a court expansion in Court Square* Albemarle County releases draft criteria for when and if a decision is made to expand the growth area* A bridge in southern Albemarle County will soon close for a couple of weeks to replace the superstructure* Charlottesville City Council holds first reading on increased water, sewer, and natural gas rates for FY24 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit communityengagement.substack.com/subscribe