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The Hindu
4 days ago
- Business
- The Hindu
1,900 households registered under Digital Haritha Karma Sena
Heal Ponnurunni Society (HPS) in the Ponnurunni East division of the Kochi Corporation, which has emerged as a model in sustainable waste management since its inception in December 2023, has set a new benchmark in QR code-based user fee collection for doorstep waste collection by the Haritha Karma Sena. A total of 1,828 households have been registered across the division. In May alone, ₹1.98 lakh was collected as user fees under the Digital Heal Haritha Karma Sena initiative, while the total collection since the launch of the project stands at ₹38.67 lakh. Outstanding dues amount to ₹6.58 lakh. The QR code-based user fee system has been integrated into Kochi Corporation's multi-purpose app, My Kochi. 'Ours is perhaps the only division in the State where QR code-based user fee collection has been fully implemented. Elsewhere, scanning the QR code only reveals whether a household is giving its waste to Haritha Karma Sena or not. In our case, multiple households in the same multi-storeyed buildings have been brought under the QR system using separate building numbers issued by the Corporation,' said Dipin Dileep, division councillor. The waste collected is scientifically and hygienically converted into organic manure, without leaving any room for residents to complain about issues such as foul odour. Two months ago, HPS began marketing its organic manure under the brand name Heal Environment. The enriched manure is sold at ₹30 per kilogram and the raw manure form at ₹20 per kilogram through a small outlet near the Vyttila flyover. The product has received a positive response, with repeat customers generating ₹31,726 in sales during the period. 'We are also engaged in organic farming using our own manure on vacant plots, based on agreements with the landowners. Currently, we are cultivating vegetables on 76 cents spread across four such plots in the division. The produce is sold under the brand Heal Harvest, which has brought in ₹57,158 so far, along with ₹12,481 from the sale of grow bags. The initiative also addresses complaints about vacant plots turning into dumping yards,' Mr. Dileep added. The Kochi Corporation has also granted HPS permission to collect waste from small establishments that are not classified as bulk waste generators. The income from these initiatives helps HPS cover its operational expenses, including staff wages.
Yahoo
23-05-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Guide: All the ballot proposals planned for August in Ottawa, Allegan
HOLLAND — Zeeland residents will participate in a primary for councilmembers in August, but several other municipalities in the greater Holland area will have ballot proposals to consider. According to information shared on the Ottawa County and Allegan County elections websites, there will be 10 total proposals in the area for residents to peruse, although two are for school districts predominantly in other counties — operating renewals for Ravenna and Delton Kellogg. Of the eight hyper-local proposals, there will be three townships and two school districts with questions on the ballot, primarily in Allegan County. Voters in the HPS district, which spans portions of Ottawa and Allegan, will see a 30-year, $49.225 million bond on the ballot. If approved, the proposal wouldn't change the district's tax rate, as it results in a '0 mill net increase' over 2025, per the ballot language. HPS would use the funds for remodeling, furnishing and equipping school buildings, acquiring instructional technology and equipment, purchasing school buses, 'erecting school support buildings,' and 'erecting, developing and improving athletic fields and facilities, parking areas and sites.' Earlier this year, HPS conducted a survey to gauge support for a potential bond. Projects in the survey included infrastructure like technology, roofing, paving, HVAC and security; significant 'educational enhancements' at the current Jefferson Elementary to prepare for a transition into Holland Language Academy in 2028; and a new football and multi-use outdoor stadium. Fennville voters will see a 25-year, $22.35 million bond on the ballot after the FPS Board of Education approved language during a meeting April 21. If the plan is approved, the district's millage rate would actually drop by 0.5 mills, so residents would pay a lower tax rate. That's possible because previous debts have been paid off and are set to expire from the district's debt millage. By replacing those with a new bond, the district can fund improvements without increasing the tax rate. Projects in the bond include outdoor learning environments, flexible classroom furniture, upgraded fire alarms and communication systems and boilers throughout the district. Fennville Elementary will see a full HVAC replacement, roof replacement and window improvements. At Fennville Middle, the school will receive ADA-compliant restroom renovations, HVAC upgrades and cafeteria improvements. The high school will see a roof replacement, HVAC improvements, ADA-compliant restroom renovations and classroom enhancements. More: Election Guide: All the candidates, proposals on the ballot so far near Holland Laketown voters will see a pair of related proposals in August. One would decrease a previously approved millage by 0.5 mills, while the other will increase a previously approved millage by 0.5 mills. Laketown voters approved a renewal of a 2-mill tax to fund fire department operations, repair, construction, reconstruction and/or blacktopping of roads and non-motorized paths, and repair and maintenance of drains in 2024. The township also has a separate millage of 1 mill for operating funds, equipment, and apparatus acquisition for the Graafschap Fire Department. The first proposal for Laketown would reduce the millage for roads, paths and drains from 2 mills to 1.5 mills, and remove GFD from the millage altogether. The renewed millage would run 2026-28 and generate an estimated $984,700 in 2026. A second request would increase the GFD millage from 1 mill to 1.5 mills and renew the tax from 2025-29. If approved, the proposal would generate an estimated $937,750 in 2026, according to ballot language. If both proposals are approved, 0.5 mills would essentially shift from the roads, paths and drains millage to the GFD millage, and the fire department would no longer be included in the roads, paths and drains millage. In Lee Township, voters will be asked to renew and restore a millage for road construction, upgrades, maintenance and improvements. The previously approved 2-mill authorized tax has been decreased to 1.9103 mills due to rollbacks under the Headlee Amendment, which occur when growth on existing property values exceeds the rate of inflation. The ballot measure in August will seek to restore the millage to the previous 2 mills and renew it for three years, 2025-27. Support Local News: Receive unlimited digital access to your local news coverage Voters in Manlius Township will have a trio of renewals to vote on in August. All three proposals include a restoration of mills lost to Headlee rollbacks and a renewal for four years. The proposed renewals are 2 mills for road improvements, 1.75 mills for fire protection and 1.5 mills for road resurfacing. — Contact reporter Mitchell Boatman at mboatman@ This article originally appeared on The Holland Sentinel: Proposals for August include large bonds at HPS, FPS
The Star
13-05-2025
- Business
- The Star
Olympics-Hollywood Park Studios to serve as broadcast hub for LA Olympics
A drone view of Los Angeles Coliseum, as it was announced it will host the opening ceremonies of the 2028 Olympics along with SoFi Stadium in a dual event, closing ceremony, and host the opening of the Paralympic Games in 2028, making it the first facility to host events for 3 Olympic Games in Los Angeles, California, U.S., May 8, 2025. REUTERS/Mike Blake LOS ANGELES (Reuters) -A film studio and production facility set to be built in Inglewood by Rams owner Stan Kroenke will host international broadcasters of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, Hollywood Park said on Tuesday. Hollywood Park Studios (HPS) will be located in Hollywood Park, the 300-acre site that is home to SoFi Stadium and the largest urban mixed-use development under construction in the Western U.S. The studios will initially serve as the host site for the International Broadcast Center (IBC) for the Games, housing hundreds of media rights holders from around the world who distribute coverage of the Games. "LA28 is proud to be the inaugural tenant of this new state-of-the-art studio in the heart of Inglewood, a key venue city for the 2028 Games," LA28 CEO Reynold Hoover said. "The International Broadcast Center will serve as one of our first fully operational facilities for the Games, capturing every inspiring moment of the LA28 Games." Kroenke said his vision for Hollywood Park has always been to build "a city within a city" combining media, entertainment and technology in the greater Los Angeles area. "We are thrilled to expand the role we will play in the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games by hosting the International Broadcast Center and the global media outlets who will call it home during that summer," Kroenke said in a statement. "Beyond 2028, Hollywood Park Studios will be open to welcome a new industry to our live, work, play destination and bring a little bit of Hollywood to Hollywood Park." Construction on HPS will begin later this month. SoFi Stadium, which was financed by Kroenke at a cost of $5.5 billion and opened in 2020, will be converted into the largest Olympic swimming venue in history during the Games and will host the opening ceremony along with LA Memorial Coliseum. (Reporting by Rory Carroll in Los Angeles; Editing by Peter Rutherford)
Reuters
13-05-2025
- Business
- Reuters
Hollywood Park Studios to serve as broadcast hub for LA Olympics
LOS ANGELES, May 13 (Reuters) - A film studio and production facility set to be built in Inglewood by Rams owner Stan Kroenke will host international broadcasters of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, Hollywood Park said on Tuesday. Hollywood Park Studios (HPS) will be located in Hollywood Park, the 300-acre site that is home to SoFi Stadium and the largest urban mixed-use development under construction in the Western U.S. The studios will initially serve as the host site for the International Broadcast Center (IBC) for the Games, housing hundreds of media rights holders from around the world who distribute coverage of the Games. "LA28 is proud to be the inaugural tenant of this new state-of-the-art studio in the heart of Inglewood, a key venue city for the 2028 Games," LA28 CEO Reynold Hoover said. "The International Broadcast Center will serve as one of our first fully operational facilities for the Games, capturing every inspiring moment of the LA28 Games." Kroenke said his vision for Hollywood Park has always been to build "a city within a city" combining media, entertainment and technology in the greater Los Angeles area. "We are thrilled to expand the role we will play in the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games by hosting the International Broadcast Center and the global media outlets who will call it home during that summer," Kroenke said in a statement. "Beyond 2028, Hollywood Park Studios will be open to welcome a new industry to our live, work, play destination and bring a little bit of Hollywood to Hollywood Park." Construction on HPS will begin later this month. SoFi Stadium, which was financed by Kroenke at a cost of $5.5 billion and opened in 2020, will be converted into the largest Olympic swimming venue in history during the Games and will host the opening ceremony along with LA Memorial Coliseum.
CNA
13-05-2025
- Business
- CNA
Hollywood Park Studios to serve as broadcast hub for LA Olympics
LOS ANGELES :A film studio and production facility set to be built in Inglewood by Rams owner Stan Kroenke will host international broadcasters of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, Hollywood Park said on Tuesday. Hollywood Park Studios (HPS) will be located in Hollywood Park, the 300-acre site that is home to SoFi Stadium and the largest urban mixed-use development under construction in the Western U.S. The studios will initially serve as the host site for the International Broadcast Center (IBC) for the Games, housing hundreds of media rights holders from around the world who distribute coverage of the Games. "LA28 is proud to be the inaugural tenant of this new state-of-the-art studio in the heart of Inglewood, a key venue city for the 2028 Games," LA28 CEO Reynold Hoover said. "The International Broadcast Center will serve as one of our first fully operational facilities for the Games, capturing every inspiring moment of the LA28 Games." Kroenke said his vision for Hollywood Park has always been to build "a city within a city" combining media, entertainment and technology in the greater Los Angeles area. "We are thrilled to expand the role we will play in the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games by hosting the International Broadcast Center and the global media outlets who will call it home during that summer," Kroenke said in a statement. "Beyond 2028, Hollywood Park Studios will be open to welcome a new industry to our live, work, play destination and bring a little bit of Hollywood to Hollywood Park." Construction on HPS will begin later this month. SoFi Stadium, which was financed by Kroenke at a cost of $5.5 billion and opened in 2020, will be converted into the largest Olympic swimming venue in history during the Games and will host the opening ceremony along with LA Memorial Coliseum.
