city council

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In organizing against a proposed 1 million square foot data center in Monroe Township, New Jersey, Henry protested with over 100 community members at multiple city council meetings discussing the project.

From Salon • Jun. 12, 2026

Last year, the city council passed a union-backed ordinance that would have lifted the minimum wage for hotel workers to $30 an hour by 2028, though the increase has since been delayed.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 9, 2026

The company pulled its plans in late March following public outcry and a March 4 city council vote to extend a temporary data center moratorium and place a ban on Tuesday’s ballot.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 2, 2026

A new poll released on Thursday found that Pratt was in a tight contest with two Democrats, mayor Karen Bass and city council member Nithya Raman, ahead of Tuesday's primary vote.

From BBC • Jun. 2, 2026

The county runs its business out of the east-facing half of the building; the city uses the western half, which houses the mayor and city council members as well as the city clerk.

From "Becoming" by Michelle Obama