What happened on Sunday, 01 September 2024
Bronx County/City, New York
Community discusses recent targeted shooting at Cafe Portofino, seeking updates and crime statistics.
SHELDON ISD, School Districts, Texas
A parent told trustees he repeatedly finds vaping devices and paraphernalia in students’ belongings and bathrooms and urged installation of vape sensors and other measures to protect vulnerable students; the board heard the concern during public comment and did not take immediate action.
Austin Public School District, School Boards, Minnesota
Students show significant reading gains, especially special education, due to improved instruction and support.
DC Prep PCS, School Boards, District of Columbia
DC Prep reports significant math and ELA achievements, especially among economically disadvantaged students.
Natural Resources Commission (NRC), State Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Nebraska
NRCS allocates $19.5 billion from Inflation Reduction Act to enhance conservation programs.
Bronx County/City, New York
Bronx cannabis delivery platform aims to combat illegal shops and serve community needs effectively.
DC Prep PCS, School Boards, District of Columbia
At its Sept. 17 meeting, the DC Prep board approved the June minutes by voice vote and later voted to enter a closed session; both actions were carried by the chair’s roll call.
Bronx County/City, New York
Bronx leaders advocate for hip hop recognition and community engagement during local district meeting.
Cenk Uygur, Presidential Candidates 2024
Critics argue Kamala Harris prioritizes corporate interests over popular policies like paid family leave.
Natural Resources Commission (NRC), State Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Nebraska
IRA funding significantly boosts Nebraska's climate programs, with millions allocated for conservation contracts.
SHELDON ISD, School Districts, Texas
Facing growing senior classes (projected ~962 graduates this year, more in future), the district presented NRG Stadium as a venue option with an estimated rental near $90,000 and total projected cost about $116,000; key issues include ticket limits, mandatory bussing and parking fees.
DC Prep PCS, School Boards, District of Columbia
DC Prep operations staff told the board they are prioritizing dismissal safety this year, contracting off‑duty MPD officers for traffic and perimeter patrols, requiring picture ID for visitors, and upgrading cameras and fencing at several campuses.
Jefferson County, New York
Sheriff highlights jail's medical role amid rising costs and calls for court system support.
Bronx County/City, New York
Allerton International Food Fest to close streets, raising potential traffic concerns during Yom Kippur.
Cenk Uygur, Presidential Candidates 2024
Biden's endorsement raises concerns about DNC's democratic process and candidate selection integrity.
Saline County, Arkansas
County implements crime-fighting camera system to enhance vehicle identification and support law enforcement efforts.
SHELDON ISD, School Districts, Texas
District officials said a Travis County temporary restraining order is blocking TEA from releasing official accountability ratings; staff presented projections and a strategic plan focused on curriculum, data tools and CCMR growth while noting projections are not official.
DC Prep PCS, School Boards, District of Columbia
DC Prep board received CAEP (state assessment) results showing citywide recovery since 2022 has been slow and uneven: 33.7% of students were proficient or better in ELA and 22.5% in math; several DC Prep campuses recorded notable gains, and leaders outlined classroom‑level practices behind progress.
Cenk Uygur, Presidential Candidates 2024
Biden's endorsement of Kamala Harris raises questions about democratic processes in the nomination.
Saline County, Arkansas
Court plans to fill upcoming vacancy by January 1, following Bob's resignation announcement.
Bronx County/City, New York
Residents express concerns over removed bus stops and inadequate MTA communication on service changes.
SHELDON ISD, School Districts, Texas
District staff told the board that Garrett Elementary’s geothermal HVAC system has lost effective control after years of leaks or air intrusion; consultants offered repair or replacement options that range from temporary rentals costing tens of thousands per month to full replacement above $1 million.
Muhlenberg County, School Boards, Kentucky
The board presented certificates to more than a half-dozen students from Muhlenberg County selected for Governor's Scholar, Governor's School for the Arts and related summer programs and invited families for photos.
Muhlenberg County, School Boards, Kentucky
Summit Architects reported on ongoing work at Longest Elementary, Muhlenberg Middle School cafeteria renovation, and the Bienenberg Middle School field house; timelines include targeted fall work and some items deferred until fall break.
Bronx County/City, New York
Community members demand more public input before voting on proposed bike lane motion.
Bronx County/City, New York
Financial counseling program empowers New Yorkers with free services to achieve financial stability and inclusion.
Bronx County/City, New York
Community leaders propose interfaith committee to foster collaboration and celebrate Peace December initiative.
Cenk Uygur, Presidential Candidates 2024
Political commentator praises genuine populism in candidates, urging Democrats to adopt aggressive strategies for success.
Board of Regents, Boards & Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Louisiana
Deputy Commissioner Tristan Denley reported the state’s postsecondary attainment rose to 51% (ages 25–64), highlighted increases in completers and dual enrollment, and outlined strategies to reach the Board’s 60% goal by 2030.
Board of Regents, Boards & Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Louisiana
The personnel committee conducted the annual 360‑degree evaluation of the commissioner in an executive session and subsequently the committee and full board accepted the committee's recommendation to approve the evaluation.
Muhlenberg County, School Boards, Kentucky
At the Muhlenberg County Board of Education meeting, officials reviewed a $64 million working budget, warned that uncertain TVA-related receipts could cut roughly 10% from district revenue, approved payment of $1.66 million in bills and a pledge-of-collateral with Farmers Bank & Trust.
Bronx County/City, New York
Community board member raises concerns over leaked confidential information and lack of community input.
Board of Regents, Boards & Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Louisiana
The Planning, Research and Performance Committee extended conditional operating licenses for American University of Technology and Robert Cavalier University to Feb. 1, 2025, to allow time for required DEAC accreditation applications to be filed.
HARRISONVILLE R-IX , School Districts, Missouri
Sensory room enhances student well-being, while parents' program aims to boost early enrollment.
Nevada Gaming Control Board, Executive Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Nevada
Banquet server advocates for unionization amid management's controversial pre-election meetings at Red Rock Spa.
Unionville-Chadds Ford SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
During public comment, Sandra Santiago told the board her child's individualized education program (IEP) goals set three years ago have not been followed and asked the superintendent to intervene, offering documentation to support her claim.
Bronx County/City, New York
Community board debates bike lane proposal amid concerns over lack of community input and support.
Board of Regents, Boards & Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Louisiana
The board approved several TOPS exceptions and LOSFA rule changes expanding 'financial circumstances' exceptions; the board also announced over $750,000 to launch collegiate recovery programs at UL Lafayette and Northwestern State over three years.
Nevada Gaming Control Board, Executive Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Nevada
Triathlete shares how sport shapes leadership and personal growth while adapting to new life in Arizona.
FRIDLEY PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Boards, Minnesota
Fridley Public Schools secures positive review for $30 million bond to address deferred maintenance.
Bronx County/City, New York
Community requests improved lighting and parking solutions for Bronx Park and Allerton Turf Field.
Unionville-Chadds Ford SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Finance staff proposed contracting with PSBA for an $8,500 compensation analysis of administrative and support positions to inform 2025–26 bargaining; trustees also approved personnel agenda items 8.4–8.7 on a block vote (8–0) and discussed a custodial-services contract reflecting a roughly 4% increase.
Board of Regents, Boards & Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Louisiana
Board staff presented 57 program planning requests, progress reports on 126 programs, and 22 program terminations under review; the board also approved the Act 790 list of high‑cost undergraduate program categories for potential differential tuition authority.
Nevada Gaming Control Board, Executive Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Nevada
Union leader criticizes management for holding mandatory meetings before crucial employee vote on unionization.
Bronx County/City, New York
Board member expresses disheartenment over ongoing racism and discrimination within the organization.
Carroll County, Iowa
Residents demand elimination of 2-mile radius zoning, citing loss of respect for Carroll city.
Unionville-Chadds Ford SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Administrators proposed a year‑long migration of nursing records from Sapphire K12 into PowerSchool with CCIU support, saying migration would improve security, eliminate double entry, and save roughly $12,500 annually; the contract and migration plan were slated for the next regular board vote.
Board of Regents, Boards & Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Louisiana
The Board’s facilities committee approved two Act 959 projects: a ~12,000 sq. ft. flight-training hangar at SOWELA funded partly by a $3.5M EDA grant and $2M local bond, and a $5M CDBG-backed maritime training center renovation. Staff also updated the board on Hurricane Francine damages and FEMA claims.
Board of Regents, Boards & Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Louisiana
Lake Charles secures $5 million grant for hurricane recovery and approves two key projects.
Bronx County/City, New York
Committee emphasizes meeting preparedness to streamline discussions and decision-making on cannabis applications.
Carroll County, Iowa
County officials discuss Fricki wall completion, mental health property sales, and upcoming presentations.
SHELDON ISD, School Districts, Texas
Parents demand action against rising vape and drug issues in schools to protect their children.
Unionville-Chadds Ford SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Human-resources leaders reported 47 professional hires and 17 support hires over the summer, described a redesigned multi-stage hiring process built around a 'Portrait of an Educator,' and showed early experiments using Google Gemini to assist resume synthesis and reduce bias.
Board of Regents, Boards & Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Louisiana
The Board's finance committee reviewed FY24-25 operating budgets, discussed legislative appropriation changes and potential future reductions, and voted to accept the current-year operating budgets.
Bronx County/City, New York
Petition controversy arises over differing residency rules for street naming applications in the neighborhood.
Unionville-Chadds Ford SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Trustees were briefed on several upcoming international trips (Paris, South Africa, Quebec, Peru) that will appear on the consent calendar, a field-trip list, a $10,000 CCIU contract to migrate student health data from Sapphire to PowerSchool, and curriculum-support partnership costs estimated at $11,160–$13,200 for science/STEM rollout.
Carroll County, Iowa
County addresses audit findings, emphasizing need for improved payroll policies and segregation of duties.
SHELDON ISD, School Districts, Texas
Garrett Elementary faces HVAC challenges; options include costly repairs or complete system replacement.
Bronx County/City, New York
Community advocate urges board to prioritize local needs over agency missions amid ongoing challenges.
Board of Regents, Boards & Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Louisiana
The Board of Regents' audit committee voted to approve a three-year internal audit contract with EAG/Eisner Amper and adopted a two-audit FY2025 plan focused on governance/audit-structure reorganization and LUMCON vessel operations.
Unionville-Chadds Ford SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Committee members reviewed proposals for UHS and middle‑school international trips — Paris/London (Art), South Africa (International Club), Quebec City (middle‑school French) and a previously presented Peru trip — and said each will be on the regular school board's agenda for a vote next week.
Unionville-Chadds Ford SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Public discussions on middle school feasibility study set for October 9 and January 6.
Bronx County/City, New York
City planning commission approves housing initiative; leadership roles established for upcoming land use committee.
HOBBS MUNICIPAL SCHOOLS, School Districts, New Mexico
New Mexico schools address rising social media threats, emphasizing safety and community vigilance.
Unionville-Chadds Ford SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Following a board member’s overview of recent concussion and CTE research, the Unionville-Chadds Ford board asked administration to present a concise overview of concussion protocols and available helmet/technology at an upcoming meeting.
Unionville-Chadds Ford SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Later school start times resulted in dramatically lower concussion incidences among students.
Mayor’s Council of Guam, Agencies, Executive , Guam
Council recorded two routine voice votes (approval of August minutes and treasurer's report), discussed unresolved $500,000 recycling revolving fund balance, and reacted to the Legislature’s passage of Bill 236—$12 million for the council versus an original request near $19 million, plus a $3.5 million carve-out for community maintenance workers.
Burke County, Georgia
Burke County officials address community concerns over trash disposal and rising crime rates.
Bronx County/City, New York
Community board elects new leadership and plans human rights discussion amid diversity concerns.
Unionville-Chadds Ford SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Facilities staff requested approval to buy a packaged wastewater treatment plant for Chadds Ford Elementary ($517,700), presented a $41,242 furnishings package for a high-school robotics room, and postponed an electric-bus procurement decision to November after a vendor fix and notification of a $400,000 state grant.
Unionville-Chadds Ford SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
UHS plans cultural trips to Paris, South Africa, Quebec, and Peru for students.
Mayor’s Council of Guam, Agencies, Executive , Guam
A WANDS Sustainable Culture representative told mayors a SWIFR grant will fund home-composting training across villages, targeting 200 residents in year one and tracking compost weights and garden outcomes for a smaller cohort.
Bronx County/City, New York
Community board discusses forming interfaith committee to foster collaboration among diverse faiths.
Burke County, Georgia
Community member praises sheriff's department for swift action in capturing suspects after local shooting.
Unionville-Chadds Ford SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
District staff presented a month-by-month plan to launch full-day kindergarten in fall 2025 and discussed early dismissals tied to athletics and bus-driver shortages, with board members emphasizing communications and screening, and asking for enrollment forecasting to guide staffing.
Mayor’s Council of Guam, Agencies, Executive , Guam
Guam Homeland Security updated mayors on inundation maps, planned updated modeling with the University of Hawai‘i and the need for local natural-warning awareness for local tsunamis that can arrive within 10 minutes; officials also noted siren gaps and a reduction in NOAA mitigation funding.
Muhlenberg County, School Boards, Kentucky
Students celebrated for achievements in the Governor's Scholar Program and other summer programs.
DC Prep PCS, School Boards, District of Columbia
Board confirms Michaela's final meeting will be a celebration in November.
Bronx County/City, New York
Community members express concerns over transparency and planning in local district meetings.
DC Prep PCS, School Boards, District of Columbia
DC Prep emphasizes strong classroom culture and tailored support plans for students.
California Civil Rights Department, Agencies under Office of the Governor, Executive, California
State urged to support Black-owned businesses amid inflation and promote equity in media access.
Mayor’s Council of Guam, Agencies, Executive , Guam
A GCC counselor asked village mayors to disseminate digital materials and promote daily FAFSA workshops running through Sept. 24; GCC is offering small incentives and submission clinics to encourage college-bound students to complete applications.
Unionville-Chadds Ford SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Trustees endorsed a cautious, community-engaged approach to revising the district's cell-phone policy, discussed second readings for concussion-management policy 123.1, and reviewed calendar changes tied to Flexible Instructional Days and snow-day forgiveness.
DC Prep PCS, School Boards, District of Columbia
CAPE results show slow recovery in student proficiency scores in ELA and math after COVID
California Civil Rights Department, Agencies under Office of the Governor, Executive, California
Los Angeles' Black-owned businesses foster cultural pride and resilience amid upcoming global events.
Bronx County/City, New York
Community pushes for park sanitation and playground closure ahead of September block party.
DC Prep PCS, School Boards, District of Columbia
DC Prep revamps dismissal protocols and adds off-duty MPD officers to enhance safety.
Rowan County, School Boards, Kentucky
Meeting participants said they will hold a special called meeting on Sept. 30 at 6:00 p.m. to continue and aim to finalize the superintendent’s evaluation; participants requested additional documents and noted the date is subject to confirmation and advertisement.
California Civil Rights Department, Agencies under Office of the Governor, Executive, California
Leimert Park celebrates thriving black-owned businesses, highlighting their cultural and historical significance in California.
Unionville-Chadds Ford SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
At its Sept. 16 meeting the Unionville-Chadds Ford School Board approved a series of travel authorizations, two CCIU contracts, facilities purchases including a $517,700 wastewater system and multiple personnel items; all recorded votes were unanimous (9–0).
Unionville-Chadds Ford SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Superintendent Dr. Sandoval said no decisions have been made and outlined a process that includes focus groups, a community conversation on Oct. 9, a Jan. 6 special meeting for a recommendation, and a February board vote on whether to maintain, renovate or replace the middle school.
Austin Public School District, School Boards, Minnesota
Students excel in Spanish poetry performance, overcoming transportation barriers to enhance summer school reading program.
Rowan County, School Boards, Kentucky
Shawn Wells briefed the Rowan County board on the state accountability system’s six indicators, explained how 'status' and 'change' scores are calculated, and said the public school report card is expected Oct. 3.
Rowan County, School Boards, Kentucky
The Rowan County School Board on Sept. 17 approved the 2024–25 working budget, participation in the KISTA bus consortium to buy five buses, final construction payouts and a bleacher change order; board also approved policy revisions and individualized student schedule requests.
Austin Public School District, School Boards, Minnesota
Grade 6 leads with 27.7% improvement in academic performance; overall gains noted across demographics.
Rowan County, School Boards, Kentucky
A parent asked the Rowan County board for proactive safety measures after recent incidents; district staff reviewed the student-alert procedure requiring mental-health evaluation and described in-school supports including SEL coaches and Pathways therapists.