What happened on Tuesday, 23 December 2025
Portage City, Porter County, Indiana
At its December meeting the Portage City Board of Works approved a set of routine items including a commercial-agreement renewal with Macaulay Bennett, a streetlight agreement with Lennar for Swanson Trails, the MS Warrior Dash special-event permit, reversal of a bulk-collection fee, and board claims and payroll totaling $2,351,522.37.
Atoka, Atoka County, Oklahoma
The Atoka board unanimously approved the fiscal year 2026 budget for the Atoka Municipal Golf Authority and adopted Resolution No. 2025‑24 approving a related municipal budget. Both votes were unanimous following a short staff explanation that the current estimate showed about $35,000 in unobligated funds.
Pueblo City, Pueblo County, Colorado
City officials heard a presentation on how an estimated $2.9 million in vendor-fee revenue will be split between debt service and operations for the Pueblo Convention Center and Memorial Hall, with staff projecting a modest operating subsidy covered by vendor-fee funds and continued emphasis on driving hotel room nights and convention business.
Marysville, Marshall County, Kansas
The Marysville City Council approved routine items including minutes, a 3% COLA, an audit contract extension with Barney and Associates for 2025–2027, the consent agenda (with one recorded no), and Appropriation Ordinance No. 3,862; all actions were carried by voice vote or recorded aye votes as noted on the record.
Weber County Commission, Weber County Commission and Boards, Weber County, Utah
At its Dec. 23 meeting the Weber County Commission approved purchase orders and warrants totaling about $2.05 million, authorized an ACH payment and multiple routine contracts (including a housing-authority payment and event contract), and voted to hold four action-item contracts pending further review.
Port Washington-Saukville School District, School Districts, Wisconsin
The board unanimously approved a DPI-aligned long-range library plan emphasizing literacy, digital access and partnerships, and approved an updated district safety plan that expands reunification guidance and aligns with standard response protocol.
Portage City, Porter County, Indiana
Portage Township Schools asked the Board of Works to waive curb and sidewalk installation and associated fees for the Ellsworth Elementary replacement at 5910 Central Avenue; the board approved a combined waiver after clarifying three separate waiver requests (curb, sidewalk, fee).
Tolland School District, School Districts, Connecticut
The Tolland County Chamber recognized local businesses and nonprofits — including a gluten-free microbakery, the Ivy of Ellington, Community Voice Channel, and Habitat for Humanity North Central Connecticut — while leaders thanked sponsors and volunteers.
Marysville, Marshall County, Kansas
Council committee reported early planning for a new short- and long-term animal shelter and recommended expanding the downtown common-consumption area and allowing cup stickers for vendors; both items require further analysis and an ordinance for formal expansion.
Martins Ferry City Council, Martins Ferry, Belmont County, Ohio
At its Dec. 22 special meeting, the Martins Ferry City Council recognized Christine Davis for 25 years of service, presented a plaque to Rick Rogers for service on street projects, and read a proclamation welcoming Miss Jesso after an appointment to fill a retiring seat.
Port Washington-Saukville School District, School Districts, Wisconsin
External auditors (CLA) told the board they expect to issue an unmodified (clean) opinion on the district financial statements and reported no material weaknesses, though they noted one recurring significant deficiency tied to annual statement preparation assistance.
Clermont County, Ohio
The Clermont County Board of Commissioners unanimously appointed assistant clerk Rebecca Gough as pro tem clerk for the special session on Dec. 22, 2025; the appointment was added to the agenda and approved by roll call.
Tolland School District, School Districts, Connecticut
At the Tolland County Chamber annual meeting, Chad Steer of Berkshire Bank urged businesses to prepare loan applications early and keep lines of credit open as SBA processing slows during a federal shutdown; preferred lenders can advance some loans but new closings may be delayed.
Marysville, Marshall County, Kansas
The Marysville City Council voted to approve a 3% cost-of-living adjustment for all city employees, a measure finance staff said is already built into the current budget; discussion focused on whether percentage or flat-dollar adjustments better match worker needs.
Port Washington-Saukville School District, School Districts, Wisconsin
Superintendent told the board that statewide revenue-limit increases without matching state aid shifted costs to local taxpayers; the district’s referendum is capital-only and the district reported meeting financial policy targets and a clean audit lane.
Martins Ferry City Council, Martins Ferry, Belmont County, Ohio
At a Dec. 22 special meeting the Martins Ferry City Council passed emergency appropriations for fiscal 2025, temporary appropriations for Q1 2026 and a resolution to certify tax levies; the council also split the safety/service director post and approved pay increases for staff and elected officials.
Ione, Amador County, California
Council approved a motion to hire consultants to review local building-permit fees (last updated in 2016) and directed staff to issue an RFP for a fee-study and update, with a recommendation to repeat the review every five years.
Romulus, Wayne County, Michigan
The council voted down a resolution to vacate the north-south alley in the Buckingham Manor subdivision after staff and members raised concerns about existing encroachments and how enforcement or disputes would proceed if the alley were vacated.
Port Washington-Saukville School District, School Districts, Wisconsin
The board authorized a multi-year contract with Apogee to replace multiple communication tools and the district website, citing staff protections, better analytics and ADA compliance work; the vote was recorded by roll call.
Mifflin County SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The board approved multiple routine contracts (lab services, Vine victim-notification, courthouse restoration), certified farmland preservation funding, amended a Vernon Borough loan repayment schedule and fixed the 2026 county millage at 15.77 mills with a $5 per capita collection; multiple motions carried by voice vote.
Aransas County, Texas
A lengthy exchange unfolded over proposed county attorney support‑staff job‑description changes and salary reallocations; the county attorney said staff shortages forced a realignment, while several commissioners urged delaying major structural changes until the budget cycle; the court recorded a close roll‑call vote on the proposal.
Romulus, Wayne County, Michigan
Council awarded multiple procurement contracts including $70,232.04 for police duty pistols (192 pistols), a demolition contract, a $134,769.45 security system upgrade, a $225,256.04 senior-center generator replacement and a $53,678 fleet vehicle purchase.
Clermont County, Ohio
The Clermont County Board of Commissioners on Dec. 22 approved eight additional hours of annual personal leave for all full-time employees to be used Dec. 24, 2025; the measure passed 2–1 after commissioners debated CCAO guidance and federal executive-order context.
Mifflin County SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
County staff announced a competitive CDBG application to install a new 12-inch water main to replace a corroded suspended pipe serving Juniata Terrace; estimated construction $873,227.50, total project ~$1.1M, and staff said ~400 homes would benefit and more than 72% of sampled residents are low-to-moderate income.
Port Washington-Saukville School District, School Districts, Wisconsin
The Port Washington High School schedule change — a shift to four block days, one ‘skinny’ day and 17 extra minutes of instruction — passed after student and staff presentations citing deeper learning time and improved intervention opportunities; the board approved the change and directed implementation steps.
Romulus, Wayne County, Michigan
Council approved reappointments to the Cemetery, Recreation and Planning commissions and appointed Justin Freeman to the Downtown Development Authority; terms and expirations were specified in each motion.
Aransas County, Texas
Commissioners approved a two‑year land lease and a two‑year hangar lease with Bushnell Aviation to support Vintage Air Tours and aviation medical services, with owner Jeremy Bushnell highlighting tourism draws and the presence of FAA‑approved aviation medical examiner services.
Mifflin County SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
A Feeder Avenue resident said a recent repainting reduced his on-street parking and created turning concerns; council agreed to consult the police chief and consider ordinance changes. Council also honored a discounted facility rate for a booking and waived community center fees for a Toys for Tots event.
Radford City, Virginia
Dan McKinney of the Radford Chamber described a window-painting project with Radford High School art students and teacher Sarah Blackburn; participating businesses donated windows and about $1,000 to benefit the high-school art department.
Ione, Amador County, California
Council held nominations for mayor and vice mayor, voted on leadership positions, then the newly seated mayor delivered remarks listing accomplishments and priorities for the coming year.
Romulus, Wayne County, Michigan
The Romulus City Council authorized a $500,000 state legislative sponsorship grant for concrete pavement, curb repair and reconstruction on Cogswell Road, with the city providing a $128,072 cost-share. DPW staff explained the county/MDOT selection process and said neighborhood streets remain a separate funding priority.
Ione, Amador County, California
Council approved the consent calendar but pulled and debated warrants after public comment on legal-fee spending and irrigation charges; council voted to approve warrants while expressly holding payment to EcoOrban.
Aransas County, Texas
Commissioners approved Amendment No. 1 to a General Land Office contract to transfer up to $2,430,050 for beneficial use of material in a Gulf Coast waterway project (Goose Island area); county staff said the county itself bears no direct cost and the funding will enable construction to proceed in summer 2026.
Mifflin County SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The commissioners voted to adopt the county comprehensive plan, "Midland County 2035," a streamlined 80 85-page plan with 19 action steps for the next decade; staff said the plan was developed with public outreach and will be posted on the county website.
Radford City, Virginia
At its December meeting the council approved procurement code updates, awarded a $201,698.16 substation bid to Siemens Energy, scheduled a Jan. 12 public hearing on Pulaski County water rates, adopted several appropriation ordinances including SRO grants and CDBG funding, and passed ordinance 18-26 to fund employee bonuses from DMV select funds.
Syracuse City, Onondaga County, New York
The Syracuse Common Council unanimously approved an honorary street sign and a resolution recognizing Columbus Baking Company’s 125-year history and its 2022 induction into the New York State Historic Business Preservation Registry.
Radford City, Virginia
Police Chief Jerry Holdaway told council the department is nine officers short, reported rising calls for mental-health incidents and gun seizures, and requested a $10,000 pay increase for sworn officers and $2,500 for non-sworn staff to improve retention; council approved the proposal by voice vote.
Mifflin County SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
After reviewing two quotes for 35 self-contained breathing apparatus packs, council rejected a lower Draeger quote as nonresponsive and approved the supplier matching existing Scott-brand equipment to maintain compatibility and safety; costs discussed were approximately $274,008.61 for the Scott quote and about $270,008 for the Draeger quote.
Ione, Amador County, California
Council approved a roughly $30,000 fire-line connection at Howard Park to restore hydrant water supply, adopted a budget amendment, accepted a $45,000 donation from Motherlode Youth Soccer League, and directed staff to issue an RFP for parking-design work at the park.
Aransas County, Texas
Aransas County Commissioners approved a five‑year, cooperative‑contract procurement to replace Broadcom/VMware servers with a Nutanix turnkey solution, citing component availability and price stability; one commissioner voted no, urging exploration of lower‑cost alternatives such as Proxmox or HPE SimpliVity.
Syracuse City, Onondaga County, New York
Councilor Hudson opposed a licensing-fee measure, saying the city should perform a citywide review of fees rather than single out particular groups; other councilors supported moving forward and the item was adopted despite at least one abstention and conflicting tallies in the transcript.
Mifflin County SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Multiple residents and a former housing authority employee told commissioners that transfers and slow maintenance left disabled tenants without usable ADA features and that widespread bed-bug complaints and delayed extermination have gone unresolved; commissioners urged follow-up and offered to meet.
Ione, Amador County, California
After a closed session on existing litigation, legal counsel reported the council voted 4-0 to refer a possible closed-session disclosure to the grand jury for investigation.
Radford City, Virginia
City Manager Todd Meredith told the council the city has taken steps to stabilize cash flow but faces repeated revenue overestimates and a downward trend in financial ratios; the Virginia Auditor of Public Accounts has begun a follow-up review that could lead to state-supported recovery assistance if Radford meets fiscal-distress criteria.
Hunt County, Texas
A roundup of motions and formal outcomes from the Hunt County commissioners’ Dec. 23 meeting, including approval of consent items, precinct map adoptions, subdivision acceptances, a road upgrade, and denial of a septic variance.
Syracuse City, Onondaga County, New York
The Syracuse Common Council approved a broad set of consent items, adopted an honorary street sign and resolution recognizing Columbus Baking Company, and recorded several holds and withdrawals; one item on licensing fees drew debate and at least one abstention.
Mifflin County SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The borough council adopted the 2026 budget by roll call and approved a resolution to amend a 2021 water revenue promissory note to buy the water company building at 70 Chestnut Street for $400,000; council also approved the police building contract amendment and set holiday staffing closures.
Medina County, Ohio
Debbie Kiley told commissioners about service volumes: about 22,000 county residents on Medicaid, over $3 million in SNAP benefits issued in November to ~9,500 residents, TANF distributions just over $70,000, and 88 children currently in care.
Upper Dublin SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The board approved minutes, education-, finance- and personnel-committee recommendations (including appointment of an interim director of student services), and approved policy second readings; approvals were by voice vote with motions and seconds recorded in the meeting.
Hunt County, Texas
County transportation steering committee reported $574 million in committed funds toward projects including I‑30 work and FM road upgrades, described delays and rising interchange costs, and recommended about $281,811 in amendments to ongoing engineering and program‑management work authorizations.
Canton Township, Wayne County, Michigan
An unidentified police officer said a recent "Shop with a Cop" event at Target took six families from local schools holiday shopping, lasted more than an hour, and aimed to break down barriers between officers and residents; Target partnered with the event.
Department of Public Health, Departments and Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Connecticut
A Department of Public Health hearing panel found allegations against nurse Jennifer E. Marshall admitted in her absence and voted to revoke her registered-nurse license; the panel said a memorandum of decision will be prepared for final board approval.
Medina County, Ohio
The board approved a package of departmental resolutions — including 16 finance items that set a temporary budget, a cybersecurity grant, cash transfers and capital allocations — plus multiple infrastructure and personnel resolutions in a single vote package.
Upper Dublin SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The finance committee reviewed two vendor proposals for an elementary classroom furniture refresh and recommended proceeding with a combined purchase from H & H Interiors (option 2) at about $1.38M after a voluntary discount, funded from a $1.4M balance set aside from a prior federal reimbursement.
Hunt County, Texas
Hunt County Public Health Director Carolyn White asked commissioners to reclassify a vacant medical assistant position to a registered nurse, citing expanded communicable‑disease work, 1,061 clinic visits and 2,954 vaccines administered in 2025 and the need to meet grant requirements.
Miami Lakes, Miami-Dade County, Florida
Board staff confirmed active trustee-level membership through April 30; members tabled expanded realtor engagement and agreed to repurpose an intake form for intergovernmental outreach, including a planned contact to Hialeah Gardens.
Department of Public Health, Departments and Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Connecticut
At a Department of Public Health administrative hearing, attorneys disputed whether upgrades (new HVAC, removal of an internal wall) amounted to a 'conversion' under the public health code. The hearing officer left the record open for assessor field cards due Jan. 7, 2026.
Medina County, Ohio
The Board of Commissioners adopted Resolution No. 25 0 9 7 8 commending Mayor Dennis Hanwell on his retirement after 42 years in public service, highlighting his roles as mayor, law-enforcement leader and collaborator on regional projects.
Upper Dublin SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
At a Dec. 10 finance committee meeting, district staff and consultants presented 30% design plans for Jarrettown Elementary School, confirmed a $60 million project budget, outlined a permitting and construction timeline through 2029, and heard neighbor concerns about tree loss, traffic and multi‑year construction impacts.
Hunt County, Texas
Quinlan volunteer firefighters and local officials urged Hunt County commissioners not to defund the Quinlan Volunteer Fire Department as the court discussed—but did not vote on—steps toward a proposed South Hunt County Emergency Services District (ESD); commissioners scheduled further ESD work for early January.
Miami Lakes, Miami-Dade County, Florida
Board members were told the town likely lacks standing to sue at the state level; the group discussed recruiting private plaintiffs (residents or business owners) to file a lawsuit and relying on pro bono counsel while plaintiffs cover hard costs.
Department of Public Health, Departments and Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Connecticut
The Westbrook Health Department issued an order requiring removal of two exterior HVAC units at 19 1st Avenue, saying the work amounted to "winterization" that requires permitting because soils and the septic system cannot support year-round occupancy, a town witness testified at a Sept. 3 appeal hearing.
Upper Dublin SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Parents urged the board to revisit prom venue decisions they described as a "breach of trust," saying the district's junior and senior proms have moved to locations far from the township and presenting a petition signed by 333 parents asking for closer, safer venues.
Pottawattamie County, Iowa
Dr. Brian Jack Holder urged the vacancy committee to reverse a decision to appoint a supervisor and instead hold a public special election, calling appointment a "legal minefield" and offering to forgo pay if appointed.
Hoover City, Shelby County, Alabama
After a public hearing with no public comment, the Hoover City Council adopted ordinance 25-26-85 to rezone 900 Concourse Parkway from split planned industrial and planned office to planned office; roll-call votes were Driver Aye, Schulz Nay, Smith Aye, Lovell Nay, Murphy Aye, McClinton Nay, Middlebrooks Aye (4-3).
Miami Lakes, Miami-Dade County, Florida
The Blasting Advisory Board approved a motion to check flights and hotels for Feb. 10 date days and to book travel for a small delegation if prices fall within the board's travel allocation ($3,000). Members emphasized early booking and coordination with council members attending date days.
General Government Operations and Appropriations , Legislative, Guam
On Dec. 5, 2025 the Guam Legislature presented posthumous certificates to families of members of the Insular Force Guard and Guam Combat Patrol and highlighted Public Law 38-73, which designates Dec. 10 as Insular Force Guard and Guam Combat Patrol Memorial Day and directs the governor to form a commission to carry out observances.
Upper Dublin SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Superintendent Dr. Smith reviewed curriculum updates including elementary FOSS science work, a K–8 portrait of a graduate process, schematic work for a new Jarrett Town school and an AI think tank launching Dec. 11; she also announced the resignation of the director of student services and the board's pending interim appointment.
Hoover City, Shelby County, Alabama
The council proclaimed Dwight and Sandy Sandlin for launching the Sandlin Foundation for Kids in Kindness, which the founders said has raised roughly $1.5 million and committed about $725,000 to ten local charities serving Hoover children; the mayor announced a partnership to create an annual Sandlin award at Aldridge Gardens.
Pottawattamie County, Iowa
The board approved a subscription to 'Text My Gov' at $9,000 per year plus a $4,000 one-time setup fee after staff said the vendor filters numbers by ZIP code, allows opt-in, and includes email functionality; the county attorney reviewed the contract with no concerns.
Miami Lakes, Miami-Dade County, Florida
The Blasting Advisory Board reviewed pilot-program complaint data showing hundreds of new complaints and discussed redesigning the report into a one‑page cover and an interactive landing page to present findings accurately to lawmakers and the public.
Quincy City, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
Mayor Tom Koch used the Dec. 8 council meeting to thank outgoing councilors, highlight major city projects — from schools and seawalls to municipal fiber and events — and urge deliberation and civility in local government.
Upper Dublin SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The board unanimously approved minutes from Sept. 29, multiple finance committee items (a seven‑part package), the personnel report, a single educational agreement, policy first readings and performance measures for the superintendent and assistant superintendent.
Hoover City, Shelby County, Alabama
City budget presenter Miss Lopez previewed the operational budget, proposing a 1% cost-of-living increase (~$900,000), 10 new positions (about $1 million), and $2 million for 27 police vehicles; council scheduled a special call meeting Monday at 11 a.m. to vote on the operational budget.
Pottawattamie County, Iowa
The board approved Resolution No. 73-2025 accepting a dedicated right-of-way on Stony Brook Drive Phase 4, placing the parcel under secondary roads maintenance and avoiding a financial transfer; the dedication was provided by Robert and Jenny Mings.
Kennedale, Tarrant County, Texas
A UK fencing company, First Fence, presented plans to reuse the former Kennedale Campers site on West Kennedale Parkway. The commission recommended forwarding a PD to City Council with staff conditions including limits on outdoor storage, shielded lighting, right‑in/right‑out driveway access and discussion of operating hours (applicant requested 6 a.m.; staff suggested 7 a.m.).
Quincy City, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
The City Council approved an amendment to a 2020 land-disposition agreement to extract the R2 parcel (site of the seasonal skating rink) from the master-developer agreement and revert ownership to the city; councilors said there are no immediate plans to redevelop R2.
Upper Dublin SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
At its December 2025 reorganization meeting, the Upper Dublin School District board swore in newly elected members, elected Jeff Wallach president, Mark Sirota vice president and Brooke Evans assistant secretary, and announced committee assignments and external representatives.
Pottawattamie County, Iowa
The Pottawattamie County Board approved a packet of measures to advance a countywide 9-1-1 system upgrade with Motorola, including a $10.25 million transfer to capital projects, a $16 million budget amendment public hearing on Jan. 13, and a $0 change order that revises insurance and payment milestones.
Walker, Kent County, Michigan
At its Dec. 22 meeting the commission approved several consent and resolution items including industrial facility certificates for FSBF North America LLC (Res. 25-780) and Aurora North America LLC (Res. 25-781), dissolved the Historical Commission (Res. 25-782), reappointed Commissioner Gilbert to the Rapid board (Res. 25-783), and updated board membership (Res. 25-784). All measures passed by voice vote with no recorded opposition.
Kennedale, Tarrant County, Texas
The Kennedale Planning & Zoning Commission recommended changing a Hudson Village Creek Road parcel from C‑2 commercial to industrial, finding the request conforms to the comprehensive plan and noting no public opposition returned to staff notices.
Quincy City, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
After a public hearing where residents pressed for transparency over a pension shortfall, the Quincy City Council approved a package of year-end appropriations and transfers — including $2,000,000 in certified free cash, bond premium, grant funds and proceeds from an IHOP parcel sale — intended to lower the FY26 median homeowner tax increase to $551.95 (7.6%).
Upper Dublin SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
At the Oct. 27 Upper Dublin board meeting, resident Ginny Vitella Ambler urged the district to reconsider elements of the Jarretown elementary project — questioning procurement, design choices, potential noise/light impacts on neighboring homes, geothermal equipment placement, preservation of an outdoor classroom and field conditions — and Superintendent Dr. Smith responded that those items will be investigated in detail.
Kossuth County, Iowa
The board approved the agenda and minutes, accepted EMS staffing updates, approved handwritten claims, recognized retirements and reviewed routine department business and calendar items before adjourning.
Kennedale, Tarrant County, Texas
The Kennedale Planning & Zoning Commission voted to forward a proposed Planned Development for parcels on South Price Road to City Council. Staff recommended conditions including public‑standard construction for private streets, concrete pads for manufactured homes, prohibition of RV living, and showing future boulevard right‑of‑way.
Walker, Kent County, Michigan
The commission approved a stormwater development and easement agreement for a Northridge Drive development that relocates a regional detention pond to a privately maintained concrete tank; staff said special contract language protects the city's public-water interests and the matter was included in the consent agenda.
Riley, Kansas
Riley County agreed to apply to the Kansas legislative post audit for a confidential IT security audit, a free assessment expected to include 3–5 days of local field work and a 6–8 week report; counsel will manage paperwork and confidentiality concerns.
Upper Dublin SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
District food‑service staff won a $6,000 PA Harvest of the Month mini‑grant (about $1,000 per site) and a Culinary Training Academy award to train staff and introduce Pennsylvania produce and global flavors to school meals; the committee moved both grants forward for acceptance.
Morgan Township Trustee, Morgan Township, Butler County, Ohio
Trustees adopted the 2025 revisions to the Ohio Fire Code and heard fire/EMS statistics showing more than 500 runs for the year; the township also gained access to Butler County sheriff CAD data for monthly reporting.
Kossuth County, Iowa
Sharon Higgins urged the board to approve $10,000 to help her rescue expand trap-neuter-return (TNR) services and to cover veterinary and boarding costs for dogs taken from the pound; she said matching funds may be available but not yet committed.
Walker, Kent County, Michigan
The commission approved the first reading of ordinance 25-679 to allow commercial recreation uses as a special land use in I-1 and I-2 industrial districts, enabling adaptive reuse of large industrial buildings for activities such as indoor volleyball, pickleball and cheerleading pending Planning Commission review for each application.
Riley, Kansas
The commission approved an amended agreement with Prairie Paws Animal Shelter that shifts to an escalator fee schedule and lengthens termination notice; commissioners discussed a fiscal increase to roughly $33,000–$36,300 annually for 2026.
Upper Dublin SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Administrators told the finance committee the preliminary 2026–27 budget shows about a $3 million deficit driven by projected expenses and planned capital transfers; the committee supported moving an Act 1 opt‑out resolution to the legislative agenda to remain at or below the 3.5% tax index.
Morgan Township Trustee, Morgan Township, Butler County, Ohio
Trustees adopted a policy allowing up to 14 days of vacation carryover, approved multiple staff pay increases effective Jan. 4, 2026, and awarded a $1,400 bonus to an employee for park work.
Kossuth County, Iowa
After extended discussion about space, budgeting and possible hospital renovations, the board approved leases for an Emergency Response Complex (EMA/EMS/E911), directed staff to include rent amounts in budgets and authorized EMS and E911 to pay their portions; supervisors also set follow-up meetings to discuss occupancy adjustments.
Walker, Kent County, Michigan
Communications manager Nicole De Donato told the Walker City Commission that 2025 outreach focused on awareness and trust: Facebook content received roughly 3.4 million views, engagement rose about 26.5%, LinkedIn showed 59,000 impressions, and a new city podcast produced 26 episodes and about 1,050 downloads.
Riley, Kansas
Riley County approved a five‑year memorandum of understanding with Geary County to swap maintenance responsibility for defined short road segments to improve winter plowing turnaround and operational efficiency.
Upper Dublin SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Administrators presented PSSA, Keystone, PVAS growth, SAT/ACT and AP results for 2024–25. Growth measures showed many groups exceeded expectations but algebra alignment and ELA flatness remain concerns; district plans audits, interventions and pilot programs to address gaps.
Morgan Township Trustee, Morgan Township, Butler County, Ohio
The board approved warrants totaling $130,839.28 and multiple purchase orders, including a $20,000 salt PO and a $12,534 then-and-now PO for workers' compensation, plus a $7,108.64 road retrace PO.
Kossuth County, Iowa
Consultant Shai Pattering presented a final 70-page assessment recommending dredging, four sediment-trapping bays, shoreline protection, and spillway replacement for Smith Lake. Estimated total construction cost reported as $4.2 million, leaving a county share of about $1.05 million; the county expects 75% reimbursement from the lake restoration program for construction.
Glendale, Maricopa County, Arizona
No articles generated due to ineligibility.
Riley, Kansas
Riley County Police Department proposed leasing a larger 1,850 sq ft storefront in Aggieville to replace a cramped 600 sq ft substation; the property owner offered to cover tenant build‑out (about $300,000) and a rent grace period while commissioners weigh lease length, annual escalator and budget timing.
Morgan Township Trustee, Morgan Township, Butler County, Ohio
Trustees approved zoning text amendments (MTZ 2025-O6) affecting fencing and penalty provisions and forwarded the county planning commission recommendation; the board recorded the action as Resolution 133-2025.
Upper Dublin SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
At the Oct. 27 Upper Dublin School District board meeting, Superintendent Dr. Smith outlined wellness and safety programs — including the "Safe to Say" anonymous tip line and Raptor visitor/attendance technology — previewed mental‑health 'Cardinal Conversations,' and said the district is working on artificial intelligence policies and performance measures to be adopted by the board.
Glendale, Maricopa County, Arizona
Not eligible: public service announcement; no civic meeting content.
Kossuth County, Iowa
Supervisors voted to include all county employees except elected officials in longevity pay and to set longevity at five cents per year paid annually, effective July 1, 2026; board asked payroll and HR to prepare policy language and budget worksheets.
Columbia County, Georgia
Recruits completing a seven-month fire academy described intensive EMT and fire-school training, including cert burns and a safety-and-survival week, and stressed teamwork and the life-or-death stakes of the job.
Morgan Township Trustee, Morgan Township, Butler County, Ohio
At its Dec. 22 meeting, Morgan Township trustees swore in two newly elected trustees, set officers for 2026 and approved the board's meeting schedule and representative assignments.
Upper Dublin SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Finance staff presented preliminary assumptions for the 2026–27 general fund budget, recommended $535,000 in transfers to cover assessment appeals and special‑education costs, and flagged state and federal funding delays plus assessment appeals as near‑term risks to revenue.
Glendale, Maricopa County, Arizona
This transcript is a short public service announcement about recycling guidance, not a civic meeting; no articles will be generated.
Kossuth County, Iowa
After a public hearing with no substantive public opposition, the Kossuth County Board of Supervisors approved Ordinance No. 320b to extend a moratorium on processing applications for large- or utility-scale solar energy systems until March 31, 2026 or until a new ordinance is adopted.
Salem Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
At a Dec. 22 special meeting the Salem School Committee voted 6–0 to adopt a DESE-guided local competency determination that replaces the MCAS-based competency determination and approved programs of study for all three high schools, including the first program for Salem Prep.
Laurens City, Laurens County, South Carolina
At a special called meeting Dec. 23, the Laurens City Council voted to enter an executive session after a motion that was seconded by Miss Campbell; the council asked gallery attendees to leave before convening in private.
Upper Dublin SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The finance committee authorized releasing a request for proposals to replace elementary classroom furniture districtwide, to be funded from a $1.4 million one‑time reimbursement the district received under the Inflation Reduction Act; pricing will be returned for committee review at the Dec. 10 meeting.
California Volunteers, Agencies under Office of the Governor, Executive, California
An unnamed staff member in a mayor’s office described routine duties — drafting proclamations and managing the public inbox — said environmental conservation motivated a public policy career, and encouraged others to consider public service.
Salem Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
At a Dec. 22 special meeting, the Salem School Committee presented citations and tokens of appreciation to Amanda Campbell and Manny Cruz for eight years of service; both delivered farewell remarks urging community engagement and continuity for multilingual students and educators.
Lavaca County, Texas
At its Dec. 22 meeting the Lavaca County Commissioners Court approved a $137,200 donation and personnel additions for a law-enforcement mental-health initiative, an intergovernmental agreement to house inmates in Goliad County, several vendor contracts, vehicle purchases, and left the county burn ban off after hearing fire-weather reports.
Lewiston City, Nez Perce County, Idaho
Lewiston City Council approved Resolution 2025‑55, a corrected emergency services agreement with Asotin County Rural EMS District 2 that removes a three‑year escalation clause; the council directed staff to send notice of nonrenewal at least 180 days before the end of the initial term.
Upper Dublin SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Administrators proposed a K–5 furniture refresh with Corbett Inc.; teachers testified that modern, mobile desks and sensory-friendly chairs would support collaboration, equity and safety. Finance committee will review RFP and budget details in November before any purchase.
San Marino City, Los Angeles County, California
Detectives Archuleta and Heredia of the San Marino Police Department offered a public safety briefing that stressed properly fitted helmets, reflective clothing, lights at night, an ABC pre‑ride check (air, brakes, chain), obeying traffic laws, hand signals, and e‑bike class rules.
Mobile County, Alabama
During its Dec. 22 meeting the Mobile County Commission welcomed the Bay Area Veterans Commission to honor essay winners from local schools, heard three student readings about Veterans Day, and presented retirement certificates to eight county employees totaling more than 151 years of service.
Lavaca County, Texas
Lavaca County commissioners accepted a $137,200 donation from the Dixon Allen Foundation Dec. 22 to support the county’s Law Enforcement Mental Health Wellness Initiative and approved hiring one full-time mental-health deputy and one full-time mental-health caseworker to be funded primarily by the donation.
Lewiston City, Nez Perce County, Idaho
After extended questioning about long‑distance transports, billing, mutual aid and the city’s cost model, Lewiston City Council voted to table proposed amendments to out‑of‑area ambulance transport rules until a February work session for further analysis.
Upper Dublin SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Designers presented a two‑story, roughly 84,000‑square‑foot Jarrettown Elementary School concept, a November neighbor meeting and a timeline that aims for construction documents in August 2026 and bidding later that year; officials said schematic design will be finished this month and the project will stay within a $60 million budget cap.
Mobile County, Alabama
County engineering staff accepted a statewide Alabama Asphalt Pavement Association award for the Tanner Williams Road widening project, which the county engineer described as a roughly two‑mile, $20–21 million arterial upgrade that included a new bridge, pedestrian walkway, upgraded signals and complex traffic control during construction.
Starr County, Texas
After an executive session under section 551.074 to discuss salaries, the commissioners court returned and approved the salary order; the presiding judge asked the record to show that he abstained.
Lewiston City, Nez Perce County, Idaho
The Lewiston City Council approved a business incentive agreement and authorized the mayor to sign with L Square Properties LLC to support Cascade Plastics’ planned 36,000‑square‑foot injection‑molding facility, which company representatives said will employ about 20–30 people to start.
Upper Dublin SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
District leaders proposed a draft 2026–27 calendar that would start before Labor Day, include 183 student days with three built-in inclement-weather days at year-end, and convert previous Act 80 days into non-student professional development; board asked for more stakeholder feedback before legislative consideration.
Cranston City, Providence County, Rhode Island
After debate about whether to delay review over the holiday period, the Cranston City Council voted to take several new ordinances as a block and referred them to the appropriate committees for hearings in January.
Mobile County, Alabama
At its Dec. 22 meeting, the Mobile County Commission approved a long consent agenda that included a Community Development Block Grant subrecipient agreement with Habitat for Humanity of Southwest Alabama for up to $140,000, a $15.995 million construction contract adjustment for wastewater infrastructure, and multiple service renewals and lease agreements.
Starr County, Texas
Items 11–19 (budget amendments) and items 20–22 (budget corrections) were moved, seconded and approved by the court without discussion; the meeting record shows routine adoption of these budget ledger adjustments.
Hoffman Estates, Cook County, Illinois
The Children's Advocacy Center of North and Northwest Cook County marked completed renovations paid for by a DCEO capital grant and village partnership; the program also featured Utility Commission energy-contest awards for students, a Park District preschool art showcase, and community pride awards recognizing sustainable landscaping.
Upper Dublin SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
District administrators announced a K–12 ELA pilot beginning this winter that will test two elementary and two middle-level vendors, with professional development budgeted at $4,000 and a recommendation to present adoption to the board in May after March data analysis.
Cranston City, Providence County, Rhode Island
The Cranston City Council moved to create a full-time fifth rescue unit by adding eight permanent firefighter positions, approving ordinance 12-25-04 in committee and at full council; officials say a proposed one-time property sale and increased ambulance billings would fund the first year.
Pipestone County, Minnesota
After considering several levy options, the board approved a revised levy that uses $400,000 from reserves and $300,000 from non-departmental funds to reduce the tax levy; the final taxes payable and Resolution 593225 were adopted by voice vote (4.22% change reported in the transcript).
Hoffman Estates, Cook County, Illinois
Hoffman Estates Fire Department training staff ran an overturned-bus extrication drill using a bus donated to the department, emphasizing de-energizing vehicles, use of cutting tools and safety procedures, Batt. Chief Tom Zito said.
Board of Appeals , Ellsworth, Hancock, Maine
The City of Elswick Board of Appeals voted 5–1 on Dec. 22, 2025, to refund $1,200 in disputed permit fees to appellant Corey Wegen after staff said the permits were issued while a required subdivision registration had lapsed; the applicant must reapply under current fees and the stop-work order remains.
Starr County, Texas
The commissioners court approved a professional services agreement for outside counsel to pursue an insurance claim after roof leakage at a sheriff's facility; the transcript records the judge saying the insurer was "kinda reneging" on payment.
Pipestone County, Minnesota
The board approved a 3% salary increase for the county attorney and sheriff and approved a separate 3% increase for commissioner pay after discussion and a recorded dissent; some dollar amounts in the transcript are garbled and noted as unclear.
Leavenworth County, Kansas
A commissioner told colleagues the county's high property taxes are driven by a large share of tax‑exempt property (Fort Leavenworth, prisons, schools) and reported discussions with NACO and federal contacts to pursue pilot payments from DOD; staff and other commissioners described ongoing outreach.
Hoffman Estates, Cook County, Illinois
The Village of Hoffman Estates held swearing-in ceremonies for Doug Miller Jr., appointed as firefighter paramedic, and Charmaine Harris, appointed as a probationary police officer, marking ceremonial additions to village public safety teams.
Starr County, Texas
Starr County approved buying a 10-acre parcel near 3167 north of DPS/Medina Electric for a juvenile justice center; the judge said the county needs about 5 acres but the 10-acre price was favorable and funds are available.
Lebanon City, Boone County, Indiana
At a brief Dec. 22 session, the Lebanon City Council approved payment of claims by voice vote, exchanged holiday thanks, and adjourned after a motion to close; the next meeting is scheduled for Jan. 12, 2026.
Pipestone County, Minnesota
The Pipestone County Board approved a $17,019.90 purchase of EMS uniforms to outfit new hires and authorized applying for a $13,435 2024 EMPG grant to cover emergency management salary and benefit costs, with staff to complete required signatures and reporting.
Leavenworth County, Kansas
Board approved acceptance of the low bid to replace Bridge A07 on Lecompton Road and voted to contract SMH Engineering to design the final phase of 235th Street between 4H Road and K‑92, moving both projects forward toward construction.
Cobb County, Georgia
At a Dec. 22 meeting the Cobb County Board of Elections and Registration certified the Dec. 16 special election runoff for Senate District 35 after staff reported totals (3,796 votes, ~5.3% turnout), provisional and absentee counts and discussed a registration-count discrepancy tied to a manual data entry.
Oxnard City, Ventura County, California
Associate Engineer Jose Rivera presented a Safe Routes to School report covering 51 schools across four districts, funded by an Active Transportation Program grant and local ARPA-supported expansion, and recommended the city council receive and file the report.
Starr County, Texas
The county's Nov. 30, 2025 monthly financial report shows a general fund deficit of about $2.0 million year to date, road and bridge and enterprise fund deficits, and total outstanding debt of roughly $20.9 million, county staff reported to the court.
Lake Forest Park, King County, Washington
Court staff and Judge Grant discussed migration to an enterprise case-management and e-filing system with a target go-live of June 1, training plans for clerks and power users, and use of AOC-approved forms.
Leavenworth County, Kansas
Commissioners approved routine year‑end amendments to 2025 fee‑based budgets and authorized transfers totaling several million dollars into equipment, capital road and courthouse renovation reserve funds to fund multiyear projects and upcoming construction needs.
Lebanon City, Boone County, Indiana
An unidentified council speaker said the city's golf-cart ordinance will ban nighttime operation, raise annual permit fees to $50 and create a $20 one-week special-event permit; inspections and permit appointments will be handled by the city police department once the fee schedule is adopted.
Oxnard City, Ventura County, California
Brenda Lopez, director of the City of Oxnard Housing Department, told the council the city recorded a 15% reduction in individuals experiencing homelessness in 2025, but cautioned that federal regulatory changes and funding shortfalls — including an end to HUD emergency voucher funding — threaten capacity to serve residents.
Starr County, Texas
The commissioners court voted to award a grant-funded remodeling contract to NM Contracting for an offsite building to temporarily house court operations; the low bid came in roughly $1.532 million, under the $1.8 million budget. The court heard the firm has prior county experience.
Lake Forest Park, King County, Washington
Judge Grant granted several motions to suppress and dismiss for discovery failures or DNR filings, approved multiple deferred findings and set continuances (notably to March 23, 2026) for several infraction matters.
Davis County Commission, Davis County Boards and Commissions, Davis County, Utah
The commission approved a set of routine items including a $10,000 tourism incentive for the 2026 USA BMX national event, a sheriff's emergency management grant of $108,000, two health-department receivables (a $46,087 tobacco-prevention pass-through and a $200,000 Preschool Development Grant amendment), renewals and small contracts, and the property tax register.
LaSalle, LaSalle County, Illinois
At a brief finance meeting, aldermen approved the minutes of the Dec. 8, 2025 finance meeting by voice vote, noted one absence, and then voted to adjourn. No bills or substantive questions were raised.
Lake Havasu City, Mohave County, Arizona
In a Traffic Tip Tuesday segment, Sergeant Jerry Burns told Lake Havasu City drivers to stop for flashing crosswalk lights and come to a full stop at solid red signals, after a viewer reported drivers treating the crosswalk like a stop sign and creating confusion.
North Bend, Coos County, Oregon
The City of North Bend planning commission voted unanimously to forward a recommendation to city council to allow marijuana production, processing and cultivation as conditional uses in parts of the heavy industrial zone; staff estimated approximately $15,000 in annual shared tax revenue if production occurs locally.
LaSalle, LaSalle County, Illinois
At the meeting the council approved Mort's Pub's 2026 raffle license and Club 55's 2026 rep license, accepted the retirement of public works employee John Arbesi and resignations from three police-and-fire commissioners, and approved bills totaling $1,660,770.88.
Town of Templeton, Worcester County, Massachusetts
The Select Board accepted a $200 senior-center donation, heard an Eagle Scout candidate present three community project ideas (food-pantry shelving preferred), and approved annual business licenses with one board member voting no.
Homewood City, Jefferson County, Alabama
The council unanimously approved routine business (minutes, agenda and two-week vouchers) and set public hearings for Jan. 26 on a condemnation, a 30,797 sq ft Homewood Community Church development (zoned GERD), and a pickleball court at Brookdale University Park.
Davis County Commission, Davis County Boards and Commissions, Davis County, Utah
The commission approved a two-year lease with an off-site location for services while the Bountiful branch is gutted for renovation; the lease total was presented as $239,886 for two years and the board discussed budget planning and added operational costs such as internet and site prep.
North Bend, Coos County, Oregon
The City of North Bend planning commission denied an appeal from property owner David Weller to convert two previously permitted storage sheds at 190 Y Broadway into sleeping units, agreeing with staff that the conversion would unlawfully expand a nonconforming residential use in the ML zone.
LaSalle, LaSalle County, Illinois
The council granted a full closure of 6th Street (Creve Court to Lafayette) for construction of the LPHS agricultural facility, authorizing daily closures from 6:15 a.m. until the end of the workday from Dec. 22 until mid-May 2026. Project staff said intermittent closures were impractical due to staging constraints.
Town of Templeton, Worcester County, Massachusetts
The Select Board received the Capital Improvements Committee's five-year plan, approved the FY27 capital repair recommendations and voted to amend the town's free-cash distribution percentages to increase capital and infrastructure stabilization allocations; debate focused on meals-tax intended uses and DOR guidance on free-cash reliance.
Vigo County, Indiana
At their meeting, Vigo County commissioners approved a $63.5 million claim docket and a $1.65 million payroll docket, authorized several small contracts (including a $10,431.35 electrical contract for a 9-1-1 backup center), agreed to a road vacation for a park trail connection and voted to support referring opioid-response funding to the city council.
Homewood City, Jefferson County, Alabama
After a formal first reading, the council carried a proposed ordinance banning parking on the eastern side of Linden Avenue (Reese Street to Oxmoor Road) to the Jan. 12 meeting for further consideration; the text authorizes misdemeanor penalties and directs the police chief to install signs.
LaSalle, LaSalle County, Illinois
The City of LaSalle approved an ordinance to add four Class A liquor licenses to city code Section 110.21. Council members debated whether to raise license fees (one alderman noted the last increase about 18 years ago) and voted unanimously to adopt the change.
North Kingstown, School Districts, Rhode Island
Committee discussed a new student-survey policy modeled on PPRA: families must be notified and given opt-out rights for eight protected categories; third-party surveys need principal or committee approval while routine classroom exit surveys can be handled at the teacher level.
Town of Templeton, Worcester County, Massachusetts
Engineers told the Select Board that final design and permitting steps remain before the project — programmed in the regional TIP — can be advertised; construction is estimated at $11.5 million and is expected to be advertised in FY2029, with town action required on right-of-way acquisitions.
Homewood City, Jefferson County, Alabama
Council approved vouchers covering Dec. 9–Dec. 22 by a 4–0 vote but pulled one personnel-board invoice for follow-up because its amount did not match budget expectations; staff will investigate.
Davis County Commission, Davis County Boards and Commissions, Davis County, Utah
A Layton resident told the Davis County Commission animal services appears to be shifting toward subsidized veterinary care and raised concerns about raccoons and loose dogs; Chair Lorraine Kamalu explained statutory limits, county-city arrangements, and what services the county-provided veterinarians are required to perform.
Long Branch City, Monmouth County, New Jersey
The Long Branch City Council voted to close its public portion and adopted Resolution R-245-25 to enter an executive session to discuss attorney–client privilege and an administrator update; votes were taken by voice and the transcript does not provide exact tallies.
Smyrna, Rutherford County, Tennessee
The Town of Smyrna announced applications are open for its free Citizens' Government Academy, an eight-week program for residents 18 and older running Mondays March 2–April 27, 2026. Apply by Jan. 31, 2026; no class March 30.
North Kingstown, School Districts, Rhode Island
Committee debated when an appeal clock should start, whether appeals must use a form or email, and exceptions for time-sensitive cases; members asked staff to define 'official denial' in writing and to add anti‑retaliation language before returning the draft.
Homewood City, Jefferson County, Alabama
Councilors agreed to carry first-reading action on an on-street parking ordinance to Jan. 12 and discussed downtown delivery vehicles blocking 18th Street; staff said HPD will be asked to enforce and two parking-focused officers are being hired.
Georgetown City, Scott County, Kentucky
Council confirmed seven board appointments, approved several municipal purchases and procurement awards including a Dell server, chemical contracts and a $1 million reinvestment recommendation, and accepted a donated electronic-storage detection canine.
Carson City, Los Angeles County, California
After a closed session Dec. 22, the Carson Reclamation Authority authorized staff to execute a commitment letter with Carson Goose owner LLC and a lender for property identified as Cells 34 and 5 at 2400 South Main Street; the closed session was held under Government Code section 54956.8 for real‑property negotiations.
Franklin City, Milwaukee County, Wisconsin
Trustees heard staff reports of nine failed HVAC actuator valves and uneven contractor responsiveness; City Administrator Kelly Hirsch demanded a checklist and schedule. The board also discussed digital‑service budgeting and a $60,000 fundraising threshold required by the children’s-area design vendor.
North Kingstown, School Districts, Rhode Island
Committee members asked staff to rewrite the purchasing procedures draft to mirror town ordinance language, clarify emergency procurement and vendor-contact rules, and update dollar thresholds for supplies and construction; staff will return a cleaned draft at the next meeting.
Georgetown City, Scott County, Kentucky
Council approved Judy Construction Change Order No. 11 for $486,395.52 and Pay Application No. 56 for $387,495.60 related to the WWTP No.1 upgrade and expansion, citing unanticipated site needs and material escalations covered by project contingency.
Homewood City, Jefferson County, Alabama
The council set three public hearings for Jan. 26 at 6 p.m.: consideration of condemnation at 1625 26th Avenue South, an amended development plan for Homewood Community Church for a new two-story, 30,797-square-foot building, and a proposed pickleball court at Brookdale University Park.
Okaloosa County, Florida
At a Veterans Day 2025 ceremony, organizers unveiled a life‑size bronze Iroquois warrior by sculptor John Hare for the Women Veterans monuments at Veterans Park on Okaloosa Island; officials and speakers emphasized the park’s accessibility and the memorialization of women who served, including Native women whose pension records list them as cooks.
Pueblo City, Pueblo County, Colorado
Finance Director Danny Nunn told the council that invoices totalling about $1.4 million tied to tenant improvements at 200 Greenhorn are not contractually payable absent a council action because contracts required PDF to absorb overruns; Councilor Gomez, a PDF board member, disputed the handling and requested more documentation and a special meeting.
Franklin City, Milwaukee County, Wisconsin
The trustees voted to absolve $7,509.70 in outstanding children's and young-adult fines recorded from Jan. 2, 2019, forward and directed staff to implement the change and notify schools; fines older than 2019 were excluded as not collectible under current practice.
SCOTIA-GLENVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
The board approved the recommendation to configure three K–5 elementary schools for 2026–27 and passed multiple consent and resolution items including a transportation shared‑service agreement, capital contracts awarded via state procurement, scholarship donations and a revision to policy 1500.
Portage City, Porter County, Indiana
The board approved an agreement to fund a study (referred to as the 'Senator Dalton 2026 agreement') that will examine whether combining local fire services into a fire territory with its own levy and board is feasible for Portage Township and neighboring municipalities.
Pueblo City, Pueblo County, Colorado
The airport director presented a four-phase terminal renovation and requested roughly $6 million in city funding (a $1.7M Wells Fargo account allocation plus about $4.28M from half-cent sales tax) to modernize the terminal, expand the TSA hold room and install a sprinkler system; staff said FAA and CDOT studies support the airport’s regional economic role.
Homewood City, Jefferson County, Alabama
Acting city manager presented amendments to fix accounting errors and deficits across nine of the city’s 24 funds, move one court-funded salary into the police general fund, and use carryover balances to support capital projects; council set a midyear review for spring.
Franklin City, Milwaukee County, Wisconsin
At its Dec. 22 meeting the Franklin Public Library Board voted to void $7,509.70 in accrued children’s and young-adult fines back to Jan. 1, 2019, approved a 4% raise for the library’s director and smaller raises for two managers, and discussed contractor delays on HVAC repairs.
SCOTIA-GLENVILLE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
After hearing budget projections and public comment, the board voted to adopt a configuration of three K–5 elementary schools for the 2026–27 school year to address declining enrollment and a multi‑million‑dollar budget gap; members and residents debated equity, transportation and transparency.
Laguna Woods City, Orange County, California
After receiving a state Surplus Land Act letter, the Laguna Woods City Council unanimously approved a ground lease with the Orange County Fire Authority to construct a new fire station on a portion of City Center Park at 24121 Moulton Parkway; the lease takes effect the day after approval and staff outlined permitting and easement steps through 2027.
Homewood City, Jefferson County, Alabama
At its Dec. 22 meeting the Homewood City Council heard a first reading of an ordinance that would prohibit parking on the east side of Linden Avenue between Rees Street and Oxmoor Road; the council carried the item to its Jan. 12 meeting for further consideration.
Pueblo City, Pueblo County, Colorado
Housing staff proposed adding HUD Section 108 loan guarantee as a priority to the city’s consolidated plan to finance demolition of around 60 blighted homes; the program could allow borrowing up to about $7.1 million against future CDBG allocations, with estimated interest near 3.88% and a potential 20-year amortization window.
Westfield, Hamilton County, Indiana
The council approved Resolution 25-160 (fiscal plan) and Ordinance 25-84 to annex about 6.24 acres for the Preserve at Coal Creek development; both measures passed on 4-1 roll calls.
Jackson County, Iowa
The Jackson County Board of Supervisors approved three resolutions: extending moratoria on utility‑scale battery storage and solar energy conversion systems through 08/31/2027 (Res. 1157 and 1158) and removing weight restrictions from three replaced bridges (Res. 1156); all motions carried by voice vote.
Lehi City Council, Lehi, Utah County, Utah
After interviewing about 17 applicants at a Dec. 22 special meeting, the Lehi City Council voted unanimously to approve Resolution 2025-103 appointing Emily Lockhart to a council vacancy; the appointment fills the seat through January 2028 and will be followed by an immediate swearing-in.
Homewood City, Jefferson County, Alabama
Acting senior manager presented amendments to correct accounting gaps across 24 funds — nine showed deficits — and described use of carryover balances to reconcile restricted and capital funds. Council carried three public hearings to the Jan. 12 meeting and set a mid‑year review for spring.
Westfield, Hamilton County, Indiana
The council adopted Ordinance 25-85 authorizing up to $19 million in economic development revenue bonds to finance a parking garage for the Park and Condo project; the garage will be constructed and owned by the developer and the ordinance passed unanimously.
Jackson County, Iowa
County engineer staff told the board that Channelworth Bridge preconstruction will start Jan. 12, nondestructive testing at Moorhead discovered three additional cracks requiring repairs, and staff will apply for federal BUILD/RAISE and TSIP grants for Ironbridge and a 395th Avenue realignment.
Westfield, Hamilton County, Indiana
The Westfield City Council approved Resolution 25-161 to encumber $4,265,972.84 for contracts carried into 2026 after councilors questioned late-year contracting practices and a roughly $150,000 3‑D downtown model purchase; the measure passed 4-1.
Jackson County, Iowa
A regional representative told the Jackson County Board of Supervisors the regional mental‑health board closed with a positive final budget but will return $396,344 to the state; supervisors and county staff warned the transition to DAP/ASO arrangements leaves gaps in rent assistance and insurance‑deductible support for clients.