Salem news — 2024-11
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Juli Foscoli: Building Community Through Kindness, Leadership, and Resilience
Juli Foscoli, co-owner of South Town Glass, is deeply influenced by her parents' commitment to community and business. She actively engages in community initiatives, such as building sheds for wildfire victims, and leads efforts to foster collaboration among local organizations. Foscoli emphasizes resilience, mentorship, and kindness, aiming to create lasting positive change.
City Council Censure Motion Targets Councilors Gwyn and Hoy
Mayor Chris Hoy is set to propose a motion to censure Councilors Deanna Gwyn and Julie Hoy for allegedly violating campaign finance disclosure rules during a vote that benefited a developer. The circumstances surrounding the censure raise questions about potential political motivations, as Hoy previously faced electoral defeat. The motion would mark the first censure since 2016.
The November election and its consequences
The November election yielded positive results for Salem businesses by rejecting Measures 117 and 118. However, uncertainty looms due to potential changes under Trump's policies affecting trade and immigration, which could impact labor availability and global market access for local firms. The overall economy remains strong but cautious.