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San Joaquin County Leaders Tout Progress, Acknowledge Financial Challenges in 2026 State of the County Address
San Joaquin County leaders delivered their 2026 State of the County address on October 14, highlighting investments in public safety and homelessness services. Board of Supervisors Chair Sonny Dhaliwal reported a nearly 50% decline in unsheltered homelessness since 2024, partly due to the SJ Cares initiative.
Michigan's 2024 Public Act 207 now mandates county board approval for data center developers' tax exemptions, even after local government approval. This adds an unexpected layer of oversight for hyperscale data center projects, as seen in recent Wayne County developments.
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