John Rose
@johnpseudo.bsky.social
Let's build a world without cars.
Atlanta - O4W - Husband/Dad - Research Scientist at Georgia Tech
Atlanta - O4W - Husband/Dad - Research Scientist at Georgia Tech
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Atlanta’s Affordable Housing Trust Fund, formed to bankroll housing initiatives, is now being used to cover bond debt and staff salaries — a shift that’s alarmed advocates and city officials.
For @atlantaciviccircle.org:
atlantaciviccircle.org/2025/05/26/i...
For @atlantaciviccircle.org:
atlantaciviccircle.org/2025/05/26/i...
INVESTIGATION: Dickens admin uses Housing Trust Fund to pay bonds, employee salaries
“From the very beginning, this looked too much like a slush fund, and not enough like a housing trust fund.”
atlantaciviccircle.org
May 26, 2025 at 9:47 PM
Atlanta’s Affordable Housing Trust Fund, formed to bankroll housing initiatives, is now being used to cover bond debt and staff salaries — a shift that’s alarmed advocates and city officials.
For @atlantaciviccircle.org:
atlantaciviccircle.org/2025/05/26/i...
For @atlantaciviccircle.org:
atlantaciviccircle.org/2025/05/26/i...
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Any Democrat could give this speech. Connect the two.
April 15, 2025 at 3:34 PM
Any Democrat could give this speech. Connect the two.
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It's very clear that the majority of GA Republicans despise ordinary folks and work for Big Money interests - in this case GA Power and the Data Center billionaires.
Households will be screwed as massive Data Center power expansions result in higher bills.
Households will be screwed as massive Data Center power expansions result in higher bills.
SB 34, a bill (originally GOP-sponsored) ensuring the utility monopoly doesn’t pass on the costs of building infrastructure onto working Georgians, had the chance to move to the Senate floor.
Republicans sat on it, killing the bill in committee. It is now unable to be voted on by the full Senate.
Republicans sat on it, killing the bill in committee. It is now unable to be voted on by the full Senate.
March 6, 2025 at 11:22 PM
It's very clear that the majority of GA Republicans despise ordinary folks and work for Big Money interests - in this case GA Power and the Data Center billionaires.
Households will be screwed as massive Data Center power expansions result in higher bills.
Households will be screwed as massive Data Center power expansions result in higher bills.
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Atlanta's recent CDP and Zoning 2.0 processes are such clear examples of governing from a place of fear rather than vision.
I'm gonna attempt a 🧵 focusing on housing aspects of the plans.
I'm gonna attempt a 🧵 focusing on housing aspects of the plans.
"Local government isn’t stuck because the challenges are impossible. It’s stuck because the fear of backlash has replaced the urgency to govern."
Well said.
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Well said.
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February 12, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Atlanta's recent CDP and Zoning 2.0 processes are such clear examples of governing from a place of fear rather than vision.
I'm gonna attempt a 🧵 focusing on housing aspects of the plans.
I'm gonna attempt a 🧵 focusing on housing aspects of the plans.
What the hell is going on with MARTA? Even the weekday heavy rail service is falling apart. If we can't even get the backbone of our transit system working reliably, what hope do we have?
January 29, 2025 at 12:30 PM
What the hell is going on with MARTA? Even the weekday heavy rail service is falling apart. If we can't even get the backbone of our transit system working reliably, what hope do we have?
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by freezing all federal grants, trump is fundamentally transforming the relationship between the executive and congress. he is asserting dictatorial authority over federal spending, transforming congress's lawmaking powers into advisory authority. it is a constitutional crisis
January 28, 2025 at 2:53 AM
by freezing all federal grants, trump is fundamentally transforming the relationship between the executive and congress. he is asserting dictatorial authority over federal spending, transforming congress's lawmaking powers into advisory authority. it is a constitutional crisis
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Jennings: This salute trutherism is outrageous.
Rampell: Do it right now on TV! If you think it’s a normal way to greet people, do it right now on TV. Why won’t you?!
Rampell: Do it right now on TV! If you think it’s a normal way to greet people, do it right now on TV. Why won’t you?!
January 28, 2025 at 4:02 AM
Jennings: This salute trutherism is outrageous.
Rampell: Do it right now on TV! If you think it’s a normal way to greet people, do it right now on TV. Why won’t you?!
Rampell: Do it right now on TV! If you think it’s a normal way to greet people, do it right now on TV. Why won’t you?!
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Legislation reducing the powers of the Office of Inspector General and the Ethics Office is on today's agenda. That legislation was scheduled for discussion by the Committee on Council. However, that meeting was canceled today and will be held during this full council meeting.
January 23, 2025 at 7:10 PM
Legislation reducing the powers of the Office of Inspector General and the Ethics Office is on today's agenda. That legislation was scheduled for discussion by the Committee on Council. However, that meeting was canceled today and will be held during this full council meeting.
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Pretty amazing that council members created an anti corruption office just a few years ago and are now neutering it. The next scandal in 3,2,1. Felicia Moore says hold on! Howard Shook knows better.
UPDATE: The bill, with some tweaks, passed the Finance Executive Committee on Jan. 15. It will next be heard by the Committee on Council on Jan. 21.
TBD: If the Atlanta City Council will host a work session to address concerns from city employees and the public.
TBD: If the Atlanta City Council will host a work session to address concerns from city employees and the public.
January 16, 2025 at 9:40 PM
Pretty amazing that council members created an anti corruption office just a few years ago and are now neutering it. The next scandal in 3,2,1. Felicia Moore says hold on! Howard Shook knows better.
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Atlanta City Council just introduced legislation that could seriously weaken city government oversight. Inspector General Manigault said that the proposed changes to the Office of Inspector General (OIG) would limit its independence and ability to investigate corruption.
“As damaging as one could imagine,” City Council introduces legislation to weaken oversight – Atlanta Community Press Collective
Proposed amendment ousts Governing Board Chair and League of Women Voters nominee after her vocal support for independent oversight in the
atlpresscollective.com
January 9, 2025 at 5:34 PM
Atlanta City Council just introduced legislation that could seriously weaken city government oversight. Inspector General Manigault said that the proposed changes to the Office of Inspector General (OIG) would limit its independence and ability to investigate corruption.
atlpresscollective.com/2025/01/09/a...
I'm shocked that Liliana is on this list of people dismantling the oversight of the inspector general who is knee-deep in rooting out corruption from our city government: atlantacityga.iqm2.com/Citizens/Det...
I'm shocked that Liliana is on this list of people dismantling the oversight of the inspector general who is knee-deep in rooting out corruption from our city government: atlantacityga.iqm2.com/Citizens/Det...
“As damaging as one could imagine,” City Council introduces legislation to weaken oversight – Atlanta Community Press Collective
Proposed amendment ousts Governing Board Chair and League of Women Voters nominee after her vocal support for independent oversight in the
atlpresscollective.com
January 10, 2025 at 8:52 PM
atlpresscollective.com/2025/01/09/a...
I'm shocked that Liliana is on this list of people dismantling the oversight of the inspector general who is knee-deep in rooting out corruption from our city government: atlantacityga.iqm2.com/Citizens/Det...
I'm shocked that Liliana is on this list of people dismantling the oversight of the inspector general who is knee-deep in rooting out corruption from our city government: atlantacityga.iqm2.com/Citizens/Det...
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Jimmy Carter died today at 100. The 39th president led an extraordinary life that included a Nobel Peace Prize and a inspiring post-presidential career as a champion of health, peace and democracy. He worked for Habitat for Humanity, oversaw fair & free elections and voted for Kamala Harris.
December 29, 2024 at 9:45 PM
Jimmy Carter died today at 100. The 39th president led an extraordinary life that included a Nobel Peace Prize and a inspiring post-presidential career as a champion of health, peace and democracy. He worked for Habitat for Humanity, oversaw fair & free elections and voted for Kamala Harris.
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Atlanta with its first (?!?!?) permanent jersey painted barriers for protected bike lanes. Adjacent Piedmont Park and extends a couple blocks from a train station.
Extension planned& project to carry over the bridge either under construction or happening imminently 👀
Extension planned& project to carry over the bridge either under construction or happening imminently 👀
December 21, 2024 at 4:13 AM
Atlanta with its first (?!?!?) permanent jersey painted barriers for protected bike lanes. Adjacent Piedmont Park and extends a couple blocks from a train station.
Extension planned& project to carry over the bridge either under construction or happening imminently 👀
Extension planned& project to carry over the bridge either under construction or happening imminently 👀
Just discovered this. Atlanta City Council meetings covered with easy-to-ready summaries and shortcut video links to skip all the nonsense: atlanta-ga.documenters.org/reporting/?g...
Seems like not all the meetings are getting covered, but still very valuable!
Seems like not all the meetings are getting covered, but still very valuable!
December 19, 2024 at 8:35 PM
Just discovered this. Atlanta City Council meetings covered with easy-to-ready summaries and shortcut video links to skip all the nonsense: atlanta-ga.documenters.org/reporting/?g...
Seems like not all the meetings are getting covered, but still very valuable!
Seems like not all the meetings are getting covered, but still very valuable!
I'll be watching this vote closely. Voting to adopt these recommendations would be a vote in favor of corruption. We need to clean up our city government. Root out the corruption and inefficiency and get the city working for us instead of slimy inside players.
The Atlanta City Council officially received the task force’s recommendations in early December, but it hasn’t taken any action yet. The next council meeting Monday, Jan. 6.
What do you think? Should Atlanta prioritize more OIG oversight, or preserve its independence? Let us know your thoughts! 🧐
What do you think? Should Atlanta prioritize more OIG oversight, or preserve its independence? Let us know your thoughts! 🧐
December 19, 2024 at 5:42 PM
I'll be watching this vote closely. Voting to adopt these recommendations would be a vote in favor of corruption. We need to clean up our city government. Root out the corruption and inefficiency and get the city working for us instead of slimy inside players.
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December 11, 2024 at 2:29 PM
I love being able to slow down and wave to a neighbor. I love sharing the road with fellow bicyclists and feeling solidarity instead of the resentment drivers feel at other drivers being in their way.
On a bike, you’re not hidden behind metal and glass, you’re a part of the world around you. This visibility fosters human connection, whether through a nod, a glance, or just being seen. It’s a reminder of shared spaces and shared humanity.
December 5, 2024 at 7:01 PM
I love being able to slow down and wave to a neighbor. I love sharing the road with fellow bicyclists and feeling solidarity instead of the resentment drivers feel at other drivers being in their way.
Before Eshé's win last night I saw a questionnaire asking if she would add the Cop City referendum to "the ballot" (I assume they mean the 11/2025 ballot?). I was a little surprised. Should that really still be the focus of the "Stop Cop City" movement given it'll likely be completed by then?
December 4, 2024 at 11:55 AM
Before Eshé's win last night I saw a questionnaire asking if she would add the Cop City referendum to "the ballot" (I assume they mean the 11/2025 ballot?). I was a little surprised. Should that really still be the focus of the "Stop Cop City" movement given it'll likely be completed by then?
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If you've got a housing shortage, you really do just need to make it easier to build housing. Too many Dem politicians think the way forward is to make homebuilding easier in some ways while layering on new requirements to make sure it doesn't get *too* easy.
December 3, 2024 at 6:31 PM
If you've got a housing shortage, you really do just need to make it easier to build housing. Too many Dem politicians think the way forward is to make homebuilding easier in some ways while layering on new requirements to make sure it doesn't get *too* easy.
Going to try Hyrox here at the Atlanta GWCC, April 2025. More exciting than a marathon, not as destructive on the body as crossfit, it's a goal to work toward, and easy to bike to. We'll see how it goes!
November 26, 2024 at 7:28 PM
Going to try Hyrox here at the Atlanta GWCC, April 2025. More exciting than a marathon, not as destructive on the body as crossfit, it's a goal to work toward, and easy to bike to. We'll see how it goes!
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SCOOP: With the Gulch deal, the city of Atlanta shortchanged itself by over $3M — money that would have funded affordable housing.
My investigation, for Atlanta Civic Circle:
atlantaciviccircle.org/2024/11/18/g...
My investigation, for Atlanta Civic Circle:
atlantaciviccircle.org/2024/11/18/g...
In Gulch deal, city shortchanged itself with low opt-out fees for affordable housing
Atlanta missed out on at least $3 million to support affordable housing.
atlantaciviccircle.org
November 19, 2024 at 12:39 AM
SCOOP: With the Gulch deal, the city of Atlanta shortchanged itself by over $3M — money that would have funded affordable housing.
My investigation, for Atlanta Civic Circle:
atlantaciviccircle.org/2024/11/18/g...
My investigation, for Atlanta Civic Circle:
atlantaciviccircle.org/2024/11/18/g...
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When you ask “what went wrong” the only sensible explanation is the creation and growth of an information environment that can elevate random tweets and social media posts as avatars of Democratic policy, but treats Republicans announcing their dictatorial ambitions as news for page A13
November 17, 2024 at 6:50 PM
When you ask “what went wrong” the only sensible explanation is the creation and growth of an information environment that can elevate random tweets and social media posts as avatars of Democratic policy, but treats Republicans announcing their dictatorial ambitions as news for page A13
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Housing is a pretty important economic policy for Dems because they can make progress on it without control of the federal government.
November 16, 2024 at 12:28 PM
Housing is a pretty important economic policy for Dems because they can make progress on it without control of the federal government.
One of my favorite things about the Beltline is the very respectable number of buskers we have performing most weekends. Is there any other place in Atlanta like that?
November 16, 2024 at 1:44 AM
One of my favorite things about the Beltline is the very respectable number of buskers we have performing most weekends. Is there any other place in Atlanta like that?