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The British city that wants to ban the flying of the national flag: "It harms cohesion"
The Birmingham City Council has appealed to the court demanding a ban on hanging British and English flags on the city's streets. If the decision is approved, violators could face a penalty of two years in prison. Critics argue that the council had no urge to act when it came to PLO flags that have flooded the city since October 7.

Bnei Brak Municipality U-turn: "We Approved Closing the Bridge, the Majority Observes Shabbat"
Despite initial denials, the Bnei Brak Municipality confirmed it authorized the closure of the bridge in the Soferim neighborhood on Shabbat. Police stated the proper procedures were not followed, while the opposition chairman claims the chaos is being fueled by external interests.

"Economic disaster": Ministry of Interior in a sharp appeal to the Bnei Brak Municipality
The Ministry of Interior contacted the Bnei Brak Municipality and issued an ultimatum to achieve a balanced budget by the end of the year, while threatening to take measures. The municipal management rejected the claims, stating that the letter was not coordinated and that the year would end with a full financial balance.

"They will not take our beach from us": The struggle against the separate beach relocation in northern Tel Aviv
The Tel Aviv Municipality's plan to relocate the separate beach from Nordau to a strip north of HaTzuk beach, near the Herzliya border, has sparked widespread public opposition. Residents fear the loss of open coastline and warn of increased congestion. The municipality maintains that the move is intended to improve public access to the central coastline rather than create an additional separate...

Elderly man injured, and Jerusalem Municipality defended itself: "He wasn't wearing glasses"
An 83-year-old visually impaired man tripped over debris in the Har Homa neighborhood and required surgeries and long rehabilitation. The municipality claimed it was not responsible, but the court ruled: it will compensate him with 350,000 NIS.

First publication: Opposition members tried to black out Channel 14 in Ra'anana
Two opposition council members in the Ra'anana municipality are seeking to bring a motion to stop the broadcasting of Channel 14 in all municipal public buildings. The two are trying to disguise the political decision as a professional move, while attempting to deal in advance with the understandable claim regarding the infringement of freedom of speech, but it is difficult to ignore the very...

Holon Municipality Restricts Access to Yamit 2000 Water Park This Weekend
Following recent violent incidents at the Yamit 2000 water park, entry this coming weekend will be restricted to Holon residents and their families. City residents will receive a 50% discount, while reservists, active-duty soldiers, and career officers will pay 40 shekels per ticket.

Tel Aviv Municipality fines: drivers discover penalties only after bank accounts are seized
Scooter riders report discovering fines only after interest has accrued and enforcement measures, such as bank account seizures, have been taken. Victims complain about a lack of initial notification and unanswered appeals. The municipality states it follows legal procedures and sends notices to official addresses.

Tenant passed away – municipality attempted to shift property tax debt to heir
A protected tenant of a shop in Jerusalem died, leaving a property tax debt of approximately 100,000 shekels. Although his son continued to operate the business, the municipality demanded payment from another heir. The court ruled the municipality's actions were in bad faith.
"A shawarma business received 13,000 shekels": The anger that brought Tiberias to a "garbage" protest
Business owners in Tiberias blocked Hagalil Street following payment demands of thousands of shekels for garbage collection. The municipality has frozen enforcement for now, but protesters demand a full cancellation.

Protests in Tiberias Over New "Excess Waste" Fees
Dozens of business owners in Tiberias held protests and blocked the main street to oppose new "excess waste" charges, which they argue are an unfair burden during the current economic crisis. The municipality has announced a temporary freeze on enforcement while individual claims are reviewed.

Jerusalem Municipality Sues Husseini Family for 4.9 Million Shekels Over Orient House
The municipality claims that the prominent Palestinian family — owners of the building that served the PLO and has been closed since 2001 by government order — did not pay property tax (arnona) between 2020 and 2025.

Municipality employee to be compensated for three years of sexual relations under conditions of authority
A cleaning woman met at least once a month with a department head 24 years her senior in exchange for employment protection. At the end of a legal process, it was determined she would receive 650,000 shekels.

20 days left: hundreds of special education children in Jerusalem have not been placed in frameworks
About 500 students have yet to undergo eligibility committees or receive placement notices due to bureaucratic delays by the municipality. This denies parents the right to appeal and prepare, and creates uncertainty in the transportation system. The Jerusalem Municipality acknowledges the issue, while the Ministry of Education clarifies that placement is the responsibility of the local authority.
"It has become horrible to walk in the street": Tiberias Municipality demands to close the distribution center
Merchants and residents warn of theft attempts and a decline in the sense of security in the center of Tiberias. The municipality demands to close the distribution center in the heart of the tourism and business area, and business owners are preparing for a protest: "It cannot continue like this".

Jerusalem Raises Municipal Parking Fees by 22%
The Jerusalem Municipality has announced a 22% increase in parking fees at municipal lots managed by the "Eden" company. The new rates take effect today, Tuesday, across most of the city.

Fake documents, accurate information: a sophisticated fraud may be hiding behind the call from the "municipality"
In recent months, complaints about a sophisticated scam have been increasing: citizens waiting for building permits receive calls from "municipality representatives" who present accurate information about their files and demand final payments. The scam, which has already stolen tens of thousands of shekels from private individuals and millions from developers, is becoming increasingly...

Rafi Kedoshim refused to fill out a conflict of interest questionnaire — and lost in court
The court rejected the petition of Herzliya city council members Rafi Haim Kedoshim and Eti Nahum. It ruled that the municipality is authorized to suspend from committees and municipal corporations public officials who refuse to fill out a conflict of interest questionnaire. The two were ordered to pay costs of 10,000 shekels.
Diapers on the floor and stray dogs: The market promised as a culinary gem is collapsing
Once marketed as a hub for leisure and culinary arts, today merchants at the municipal market in Afula describe neglect, filth, and closed restrooms. The municipality responds: it is a private complex, but enforcement will be increased.

After 65 years: He discovered that his house belongs to the Tel Aviv Municipality
The owner of a private house in the Neve Tzedek neighborhood of Tel Aviv has filed a 26 million shekel lawsuit. He discovered that the home he purchased 29 years ago had been expropriated by the state in 1984, a fact that was hidden from him by the authorities.
Ganey Tikva Municipality's 5 Million Shekel Tender Cancellation Challenged in Court
The Ganey Tikva municipality canceled a 5 million shekel tender for school furniture and awarded the contract to a construction firm, despite it not being a furniture supplier. The court overturned the decision and ordered a new selection process.

Twice in a week: two suspects broke into the Bnei Brak municipality
Indictments were filed against two 16-year-old minors, residents of the center of the country, on suspicion of breaking into the Bnei Brak municipal building twice and stealing a large amount of property. Alongside the indictment, a request was filed to hold them in custody until the end of the proceedings.

A Mikvah in Ramat Aviv: Developments in the Neighborhood Controversy
Three months after land was allocated based on false claims, the religious community has been asked to collect hundreds of letters to manufacture a 'local need.' The Hiddush organization accuses the municipality of selling out secular residents for political deals.

Storm over separate beach in Tel Aviv: Municipality issues clarification
Following a wave of rumors and protests, the municipality clarified that Nordau Beach will be opened to the general public and the separation wall removed. The separate bathing complex will be relocated to the city's northern edge.

Threat level against Givat Ze'ev Council Head Yossi Asraf raised
Givat Ze'ev Local Council Head Yossi Asraf has faced incitement and threats in recent days. Several individuals have been questioned, and one suspect has been arrested. Following a security assessment, police have raised the threat level against Asraf to level 4 and increased his security detail.

Tel Aviv Municipality Raises Parking Rates Again: "Ahuzot HaHof" Tariffs to Jump by 20%
As part of new measures by the Tel Aviv Municipality, parking prices at "Ahuzot HaHof" lots will increase significantly. At three locations, the start time for the discounted "night mode" will be delayed from 19:00 to 21:00.

58 Million Shekel Lawsuit Filed Against Haifa Municipality Over Carmel Housing Project Delays
The Gold Real Estate Group is suing the Haifa Municipality for 58.5 million shekels due to a decades-long delay in advancing the 'Mordot Lincoln' housing project, which is planned for 2,850 apartments.

A pack of jackals has taken over a building's courtyard in Tel Aviv
Residents of a Tel Aviv apartment building are living in fear as a pack of jackals roams their courtyard. The municipality has responded to complaints by shifting the responsibility onto the tenants.

Broke her shoulder at a bar, and will be compensated with a quarter of a million shekels
A 28-year-old woman tripped over a concrete block placed between tables at the "Alma Bar" in Jerusalem. The court held the business and the municipality responsible, but also determined there was contributory negligence.