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In brief: Firefighters's proposal pushed back another two months — Newton Bridge Rd. development postponed — Athens Land Trust apartments passes — $500,000 approved for youth development — Gov. Kemp vetoes public unversity tuition cap — Dozen sea turtle return to wild — UGA baseball wins — Atlanta Braves win — Atlanta Hawks win

In brief: commissioners and school board members ready to vote on redevelopment — request for fund to fight gang violence — Georgian's back spending on Medicaid and education — UGA basketball: men's loses, women's wins

In brief: Proposed electric vehicle plant spark controversy —Music industry asks for Georgia tax credits — Banker defeats Georgia House speaker in runoff — Georgia men's basketball headed to Auburn

On Tuesday, Athens-Clarke County commissioners approved a report on "missing middle" housing, which prompted a larger discussion on the county's housing crunch.

In brief: Commissioners defeat controversial rule change, delve into housing problems, and approve a $2.85 million land purchase — East Athens residents head to court over special election date — Environmental group raises alarm about water pollutants in GA waterways — Library to remain closed this week — Braves clinch with win over Marlins

The marathon five and a half hour meeting drew nearly two hours of public comment.

Lawmakers also narrowly approved a new development on Oglethorpe Avenue

Developers would get concessions in exchange for creating affordable housing units.

A full agenda for the Athens-Clarke County Mayor and Commission meeting can be found here.