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Vaccines and COVID-19, City-County Council Wants to Raise Pay, Indianapolis to Get $15 Million for EV Stations

Vaccines and COVID-19, City-County Council Wants to Raise Pay, Indianapolis to Get $15 Million for EV Stations

August 30, 2024

The Checkup: Vaccines and COVID-19. Indianapolis City-County Council wants to raise pay for several positions, including the Mayor’s office. The city of Indianapolis will receive $15 Million in federal funds for EV stations across the community.

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