What happened on Thursday, 02 January 2025
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
After a public hearing, the Select Board approved a private‑pay rate increase at the town‑run skilled nursing facility; the board and staff said the phased $40 daily increase balances cost pressures and concerns about sticker shock for residents.
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Proposed law prohibits probation for severe felony attempts involving child abuse and rape.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The Nantucket Memorial Airport Commission voted unanimously Jan. 14 to adopt revisions to the airport's rates and charges, including a 3.5% increase to many aeronautical fees, a change in the hangar-rental methodology and new per‑passenger assessment levels, effective April 1.
Chelsea Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
At its organizational meeting, the Chelsea School Committee elected Anna Hernandez as chairperson and Lucia Enriquez as vice chair, and selected delegates to the City Council and the Shore Collaborative. Several members were sworn in; roll-call tallies for the leadership posts were recorded.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The Town of Nantucket Zoning Board of Appeals on Jan. 24 continued its hearing on application 2524, Surfside Crossing LLC, after extended public testimony from former firefighters, water‑quality advocates and engineers who raised concerns about the project’s effect on the town’s water supply, firefighting capacity, stormwater controls and compatibility with the Housing Appeals Committee remand.
Town of Rutland, Rutland County, Vermont
Planning commissioners reviewed application materials for the Belco‑Thomas subdivision and voted to require the applicant to appear with clearer maps and an explanation before the commission will confirm whether additional town subdivision approval is needed for Lot 1.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
After reconsideration at the applicant’s request, the Select Board unanimously upheld its December decision denying a curb cut at 126 Main Street, citing town policy, public‑way constraints and parking depth limits.
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New law classifies aggravated child abuse based on intent, modifying felony and misdemeanor levels.
Lakeside, Navajo County, Arizona
A resident urged the council to create a dog park in Pinetop Lakeside, citing survey results and potential community benefits; council thanked the speaker but no formal action followed.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
Select Board approved award recommendations for a recent municipal bond sale and bond anticipation notes; finance staff reported competitive bidding and recommended KeyBank Capital Markets for permanent financing and Fidelity Capital Markets for BANs.
Northampton City, Hampshire County, Massachusetts
Mayor Schiara presented the proposed FY2026'2030 capital improvement program Jan. 2, proposing roughly $23.18 million in FY2026 projects funded through a mix of enterprise revenues, ARPA and other sources and flagging major paving, water-main and flood-control work.
Lakeside, Navajo County, Arizona
After interviewing three applicants, the Pinetop Lakeside Town Council voted to appoint Richard (Rick) Miller and Jeff Stearns to fill two vacancies on the Planning and Zoning Commission, terms ending July 23, 2026.
Keene City Council , Keene, Cheshire County, New Hampshire
A compact summary of formal actions taken at the Keene City Council meeting on Jan. 1: approval of minutes, confirmations of mayoral nominations, adoption of a roadway safety resolution, a retirement resolution and a motion to enter nonpublic session.
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Local school board adopts safety measures and emergency response strategies for student protection.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The Select Board voted to approve pending contracts including a $21,700 traffic study by Beta on the Pleasant Street one‑way pilot, but several members asked staff to return with more data and to place possible termination of the pilot on next week's agenda.
Palestine, Anderson County, Texas
The commission approved amendments to Chapter 39 to add supplementary use requirements for hotels (including meeting space) and to split hotel definitions into full-service and limited-service categories; both items will be forwarded to City Council for final action on Jan. 27.
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Local school boards must certify and practice emergency response plans annually by July.
Keene City Council , Keene, Cheshire County, New Hampshire
After a 30‑minute debate about safety and traffic flow, the Keene City Council voted 10–3 to authorize a marked crosswalk and pedestrian beacons on West Street at Pearl Street following an MSFI committee recommendation.
Lakeside, Navajo County, Arizona
A seven-day traffic study presented to the Pinetop Lakeside Town Council found most vehicle volumes and speeds on Navajo, Apache and Claudia lanes were within typical residential ranges; presenter recommended no immediate changes after residents had petitioned for action.
Palestine, Anderson County, Texas
The Palestine Planning and Zoning Commission voted to approve rezoning of a split-zoned parcel on Ohio Street from industrial to mixed residential and will forward the request to City Council on Jan. 27 after staff confirmation of proper notice.
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Legislation defines educational requirements for secondary teachers in computer science and science fields.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
Select Board and project team presented four alternatives and a new road-raising option for the Easy Street Flood Mitigation Project, funded in part by a Coastal Zone Management grant; the town will hold a public virtual open house March 18 and expects to recommend a preferred design after collecting feedback.
Nogales, Santa Cruz County, Arizona
Two individuals took the oath of office for Nogales City Council in a short ceremony where a judge administered the oath and newly sworn members thanked residents and pledged to work with the community and county.
Keene City Council , Keene, Cheshire County, New Hampshire
On Jan. 1, 2025, the Keene City Council approved the final design for the downtown infrastructure project after a lengthy debate about materials, pedestrian safety and optional features. The council approved the design 12–1 and added two bid alternates: a shade structure as an add-on and trash compactors as a bid alternate.
Sun City West, Maricopa County, Arizona
The Properties Committee reviewed the Recreation Centers of Sun City West’s proposed FY 2526 capital budget and discussed planned projects and maintenance needs, including a $75,000 interior repaint at Palm Ridge, $337,459 regrassing of two R.H. Johnson greens, new cardio equipment and shade structures for mini golf.
Bell County, Texas
Bell County Commissioners Court approved required official bonds, confirmed three Emergency Services District No. 1 appointments and tabled the facilities director hiring during a Jan. 2 meeting held alongside a swearing‑in ceremony for newly elected county officials.
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Local school boards can organize safety patrols and secure private funds for educational purposes.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
A Nantucket County meeting was postponed after a staff member announced there was not a quorum; staff said they will coordinate a new date, likely by email and possibly as a remote meeting.
St. Joseph County, Indiana
At its Jan. 2 meeting the Plaquemines Plat Committee voted to table review of two plats — one indefinitely and one until Jan. 16 — approved Dec. 19, 2024 minutes and adjourned; no new plats went to technical review.
Fall River County, South Dakota
Commissioners filled seats on multiple local boards, designated official depositories and set the board’s regular meeting schedule for the first and third Thursdays; the items were approved as a package.
Middletown, Orange County, New York
The Middletown Common Council voted on a series of administrative and budget items at its Dec. 12 meeting, approving grants, intra-department transfers, staffing authorizations and a referral for procurement review.
Plattsburgh, Clinton County, New York
Councilors raised concerns about completing language to adopt a new districting map as a local law by the next meeting; staff and councilors said drafting the required descriptive language is a sizeable effort and agreed to contact the charter/districting commission chair to determine status.
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H.B. 76 adjusts teacher salary programs and student enrollment rules in Utah's education system.
Fall River County, South Dakota
County Highway Superintendent Tony March briefed commissioners on rural infrastructure funds, bridge projects delayed by historical/environmental reviews, plans to classify low‑maintenance roads and a trial of a blade attachment to cut washboards that may reduce passes and equipment wear.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
At the Jan. 22 special meeting the Planning Board used roll‑call votes to send a series of zoning map amendments and technical bylaw changes to Town Meeting with positive recommendations. Most items were routine map corrections or district transitions associated with the RC2 phase‑out or property‑specific permit completions.
Middletown, Orange County, New York
The Middletown Common Council opened five sealed bids for sludge hauling and disposal and voted to refer the bids to the Commissioner of Public Works for review and recommendation.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
After significant public comment about noise and neighborhood impact, the Planning Board on Jan. 22 voted to continue drafting a bylaw addressing private pickleball courts and asked staff to return with alternatives and mitigation options.
Plattsburgh, Clinton County, New York
During new business on Jan. 2 a councilor asked the Common Council to receive minutes or summaries from the Zoning and Planning body at regular council meetings; staff said agendas and minutes are available online and can be provided.
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H.B. 82 mandates prosecution agencies track officer misconduct disclosures to defendants.
Fall River County, South Dakota
Commissioners approved a monthly stipend increase for a county nurse, voted to rehire a former jailer at an updated starting wage, and renewed maintenance and equipment purchases for jail and dispatch operations.
Clarksville, Montgomery County, Tennessee
Six members of the Clarksville City Council were sworn in and the council elected Ward 1 Councilmember Brian Zacharias as mayor pro tem; later the council advanced and rejected multiple zoning measures and adopted a resolution urging preservation of Swan Lake at Dunbar Cave State Park.
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H.B. 76 aims to improve student safety and implement college and career readiness plans.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
At its Jan. 23 meeting the commission approved a set of permit orders, issued a certificate of compliance, approved an extension, and continued several items for additional information or legal clarity; most recorded votes were unanimous.
Plattsburgh, Clinton County, New York
On Jan. 2 the Plattsburgh Common Council voted to approve a package of 11 resolutions including year-end 2024 budget adjustments, 2025 budget corrections across funds, adoption of the 2025 tax levy and a capital program, and an alcoholic beverage concession at the City Beach.
Fall River County, South Dakota
The county commission voted to authorize the chairman to sign a letter of support for Addiction Recovery Centers of the Black Hills to pursue a South Dakota opioid grant; the agency said it serves about 80 Fall River County clients and seeks funds for opioid-specific curriculum, staff training and transport supports.
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Teachers can now apply for salary supplements through Utah's new online application system.
Sioux Falls, Minnehaha County, South Dakota
The commission approved rezoning of roughly 8.2 acres from I‑1 (light industrial) to RA‑3 (high‑density apartments) to allow a multi‑family project; neighbors raised traffic, parking, density and safety concerns and staff said the rezoning aligns with the comprehensive plan.
Other Public Meetings, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma
At a public meeting, the board approved a series of home‑sharing special exceptions with standard conditions (quiet hours, vehicle limits, no on‑street parking during quiet hours) and granted two variances: a side‑yard setback variance for Spark Brixton LLC and a parking variance for a private showroom.
Plattsburgh, Clinton County, New York
At its Jan. 2, 2025 organizational meeting, the City of Plattsburgh Common Council unanimously approved a slate of organizational resolutions — including meeting dates, investment policy, official depository and officer appointments — and held an executive session on personnel; no formal personnel action was taken, council members said.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
At a Jan. 22 special meeting, the Nantucket Planning Board continued its public hearing on a proposed zoning amendment to allow a new "cottage community" development type after residents and experts raised concerns about housing density, septic/sewer and local water contamination.
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Local education agencies must create policies to allocate salary supplements for eligible teachers.
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H.B. 81 bans fluoride in public water and mandates pharmacist counseling for supplements.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The commission opened discussion on a portion of an existing driveway within the 25-foot buffer at 65 Cliff Road (Shaw, SC 483883), the applicant agreed to remove shell material and replant native species, and the commission applied the long-term net benefit waiver and approved the matter unanimously.
Keith County, Nebraska
The Keith County tourism office presented its 2024–25 marketing plan and previewed a geofencing pilot using Placer AI that estimated about 4,300 visits to Rendezvous and gave the county a new tool for measuring where visitors come from.
Sioux Falls, Minnehaha County, South Dakota
The Sioux Falls Planning Commission voted to reclassify a 205‑acre area east of 470 Sixth Avenue and south of Slip Up Creek Road from future light industrial (tiers 2/3) to tier 1 and future residential, a step the applicant said is intended to enable annexation and eventual subdivision and rezoning for housing and mixed uses.
Norman, Cleveland County, Oklahoma
Planning staff recommended expanding the Central Norman Zoning Overlay District, tightening ordinance language and aligning definitions with the Center City form‑based code to preserve neighborhood character and affordable housing in the city core.
Keith County, Nebraska
Highway staff opened one sealed bid from Cornhusker International Trucks for a used 2020 International LT day cab; commissioners and highway staff said they will inspect the vehicle and return to the board with a recommendation before awarding.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
Commissioners raised ecological concerns about proposed retaining walls and import of fill for a multi-structure proposal at 76 Eel Point Road (3 Star Farm LLC, SC 483884) and voted to require updated grading sections and profiles before proceeding; matter continued to Feb. 6.
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Local school boards required to develop plans for measuring and improving student progress
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
At its March 6 meeting the Nantucket Conservation Commission closed multiple notice hearings, issued or amended orders of conditions for several projects, approved an emergency shoal dredging order and approved minutes and a certificate of compliance.
Norman, Cleveland County, Oklahoma
City planning and legal staff presented draft tax increment finance (TIF) project-area maps and conservative revenue projections focused on the Griffin area, outlining eligible project uses and bonding options while directing staff to return with additional data and maps.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The commission opened a hearing solely to select a special-meeting date for Scauncey Beach Preservation Fund (SC 483736) and agreed to continue the matter to Feb. 13 at 10 a.m.; staff and applicants had earlier discussed a 10 a.m.–noon window for special meetings.
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Local school boards must notify parents and hold public hearings before closures or boundary changes.
Keith County, Nebraska
County officials told staff that a written reimbursement request from a plumbing contractor should not be placed in the county payable claims stack but handled as an independent legal claim routed through the clerk and county attorney’s office.
Norwalk City, Warren County, Iowa
Council approved second readings for several zoning and code amendments — including allowing tattoo studios in EC‑2 community commercial — tabled a fences ordinance to the next meeting, and passed consent-agenda items including an alcohol license renewal and a pay application for the City Hall renovation.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The commission found widespread clearing and understory removal at 14 Plover Lane, voted to assess daily fines under local wetlands rules and required a restoration plan and after‑the‑fact permit filing, while also asking state DEP to review the case.
Keith County, Nebraska
Board agreed the county attorney will be the custodian of time sheets and work‑status documentation for a part‑time county attorney who works across counties; commissioners discussed whether the employee should be marked full‑time for benefits and whether a resolution is needed.
Moore County, North Carolina
A West End resident asked the Moore County Planning Board to ensure upcoming NC 211 improvements and sewer extension bring businesses and family-focused amenities rather than duplicative retail, and asked how residents can participate in revitalization planning.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
After a lengthy public hearing and technical review, the Select Board recommended inclusion of the Article 76 parcels in the Town Sewer District but voted not to recommend Articles 77, 78, 79 and 80, citing checklist scores, capacity concerns and unresolved technical questions.
Norwalk City, Warren County, Iowa
The council gave final consideration to an ordinance creating a northeast service-area sewer district, approving a connection-fee schedule tied to a $2,000,000 pumping‑station project that opens more than 300 acres for development; fees were described as $6,500 per acre with an annual $100 per‑acre increase.
Keith County, Nebraska
Action Communications told commissioners it has a tentative agreement to build an 80‑foot tower on private land north of Paxton to improve county radio coverage, and proposed a rental model (about $850/month) for the county’s use of the site. Commissioners requested sample lease terms and to check permitting requirements.
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New bill creates offense for obstructing traffic on highways in Utah.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The Select Board endorsed a Harbor & Shellfish Advisory Board recommendation to ask the state to extend the commercial scallop season to April 11, conditioned on ending early if water temperature reaches 50°F.
Moore County, North Carolina
The Moore County Planning Board voted to adopt a land-use consistency statement and to recommend approval of a conditional rezoning from RA to RACZ for a sand and clay mining/quarry operation at 985 NC 211 Highway; the applicant and staff described buffers, phased mining and restoration plans during the public hearing.
Keith County, Nebraska
The Keith County Board of Commissioners voted to approve routine business, assigned the county attorney to monitor a part‑time county attorney’s work‑status documentation and insurance eligibility, and authorized the chair to sign a multijurisdictional memorandum of understanding on juvenile services.
Norwalk City, Warren County, Iowa
Norwalk council approved a resolution setting a public hearing for Jan. 16, 2025, on a revenue purpose statement that would authorize implementing gas and electric franchise fees (proposed at 1%) intended as a revenue‑neutral replacement for a 1% local option sales tax; staff explained statutory limits and permitted uses under the city code.
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Utah establishes new kindergarten enrollment rules including compulsory toilet training for students.
Auburn, Cayuga County, New York
On Jan. 2 the Auburn City Council approved five council resolutions that set the 2025 meeting calendar, adopt an investment policy and a procurement and surplus policy (citing New York State General Municipal Law §39), establish the FY2026 budget calendar including a public hearing on May 22, 2025, and request home rule legislation to establish a
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Funds designated for teacher salary supplements and interactive reading software distribution approved.
Mendocino County, California
The Coastal Permit Administrator on Jan. 23 approved a coastal development permit for George and Candice Scarlatos to install a ground-mounted solar array, inverter and three Tesla Powerwalls at 12250 South Highway 1 near Elk, with a condition requiring on-site training for the Elk Fire Department within 30 days of the building permit issuance.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
Residents pressed the Select Board about a Feb. 28 lightning strike and blade failure at the Vineyard Wind 1 offshore facility, questioned the timeliness of town notification and asked what the town is doing about financial risk, bonding and aircraft-detection lighting system testing.
Norwalk City, Warren County, Iowa
The Norwalk City Council voted to refer a rezoning proposal for part of the Orchard Hills PUD to the Planning & Zoning Commission, after hearing a developer concept for a three‑story, 50‑unit senior housing project on roughly 2.75 acres.
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Legislature allocates funds for teacher salary supplements in computer and special education fields.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
At its March 4 meeting the Nantucket Historic District Commission approved a number of exterior alteration applications, required small design changes on several others, and held multiple items for further information or a later hearing date.
Auburn, Cayuga County, New York
City Manager Dougherty told the Auburn City Council on Jan. 2, 2025, that a firefighter civil service exam is scheduled March 1, application deadline Jan. 30, an RFQ for GIS services to support a state-required lead service line inventory is open (responses due Jan. 10), and the city will receive $90,000 from New York State's Smart Growth Program for a comprehensive plan update.
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The Teacher Salary Supplement Program will provide salary boosts for qualifying teachers statewide.
Mendocino County, California
The Coastal Permit Administrator approved a coastal development permit Jan. 23 allowing Thomas and Deborah Johnson to build a single-family home, garage and related utilities at 15405 Casper Road after staff confirmed proof of water and Environmental Health sign-off on the septic design.
Norwalk City, Warren County, Iowa
The Norwalk City Council voted to join a 28E agreement with Catch Des Moines (Greater Des Moines Convention & Visitors Bureau) to market Norwalk hotels and event venues to metro-area events; proponents said the move will help local hotels and businesses capture more event-related visitors.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
During the March 4 meeting the Nantucket School Committee recommended a FY2026 school appropriation (amount unclear in transcript), approved a donation of $1,900 to the Nantucket High School Diversity Club, and approved multiple sets of minutes and transfers/invoices by voice vote.
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H.B. 77 allows public schools to display various flags under specific circumstances.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
At the March 4 meeting the Nantucket School Committee reviewed revised annual goals that add safety planning, technology/AI guidance and staffing/recruitment priorities, and referenced Massachusetts legislation on competency determinations.
RSU 40/MSAD 40, School Districts, Maine
At its Dec. 19, 2026 meeting the RSU 40/MSAD 40 board approved the consent agenda, accepted two donations over $1,000 and approved several policy changes on second reading; votes were taken on routine items and policy committee recommendations.
Lehi City Planning Commission, Lehi, Utah County, Utah
Planning staff reviewed public-notice timelines and requirements, gave tips on meeting preparation and presented 2024 meeting statistics showing fewer agenda items and shorter average meetings compared with earlier years.
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New regulations require advance notice for school closures and boundary modifications.
Randolph Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
The superintendent said the district has an OPM (Redgate) for the school-based health center project, with bids coming and a target demolition in February and opening in September; Codman continues to provide services and the committee set dates and times for school visits in January.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
School committee heard a presentation March 4 on Nantucket High School’s program of study changes, including American Sign Language, Project Lead the Way capstones, and proposed honors calculus and statistics; some electives were reduced or temporarily grayed out based on enrollment.
RSU 40/MSAD 40, School Districts, Maine
At the RSU 40/MSAD 40 school board meeting on Dec. 19, 2026, an administrator presenting enrollment data told board members the district is likely to experience a gradual decline in student numbers of about 1% per year over the next decade, with implications for staffing and budgeting.
Lehi City Planning Commission, Lehi, Utah County, Utah
Commissioners agreed to modify the bylaws so decisions are final when taken at the meeting rather than when minutes are approved, and they approved adding language summarizing the commission's duties; the changes will be sent to the City Council for final approval.
Linn County, Iowa
At a Jan. 2 formal session, the Linn County Board of Supervisors elected Ben Rogers as chair and Brandy Zumba Maishai as vice chair, approved minutes and several claims, and reappointed township trustees to four-year terms effective Jan. 2, 2025.
CLARKE CO PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
At its Jan. 2 organizational meeting the Clark County School Board elected Monica Singh Smith chair and unanimously approved meeting dates, committee rosters and a code of conduct for 2025, while making a slate of administrative appointments including clerk, deputy clerk and fiscal agent.
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Parents must notify LEA boards of violations before pursuing legal action against schools.
Randolph Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
Randolph Public Schools received a $150,000 planning grant intended to support an Early College program that could allow high school students to graduate with an associate degree; the district is working with Quincy College, Codman and Boston Medical on pathways and teacher training.
Scott County, Virginia
The Scott County Board of Supervisors opened a public hearing and approved the disposal by judicial sale of property located at 4533 Bristol Highway (tax map 149-A-22) that the county received through forfeiture; the board accepted a cash offer and authorized the special commissioner's sale proceeds distribution per county practice.
Lehi City Planning Commission, Lehi, Utah County, Utah
At a 2025 work session the Lehi City Planning Commission re-elected Greg Jackson as chair, elected Brent Everett vice chair and approved a modified 2025 meeting schedule that cancels several dates and adds a July meeting.
Linn County, Iowa
A premeeting swearing-in ceremony at the Linn County Board of Supervisors session administered the oath of office to Todd Taylor as county auditor, Sheriff Brian D. Gardner, deputies including Jared Colston, and a newly sworn county supervisor identified as Brandy; Judge Ian Thornhill administered the oaths.
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Lot owners to elect a new board after administrative control terminates in 2025
Scott County, Virginia
At the organizational portion of its meeting the Scott County Board of Supervisors voted to set one-year terms for chair and vice chair, elected Chris Manus as chair and Michelle Glover as vice chair, kept the 2025 meeting day and time (first Wednesday, 9:00 a.m.), and adopted the board rules of procedure as presented.
Peachtree City, Fayette County, Georgia
At the Jan. 9 work session Peachtree City council recorded two formal actions: appointment and swearing-in of a Mayor Pro Tem and acceptance of a private $150,000 donation for the Kedron Pool boiler replacement. Both motions passed without recorded opposition.
Peachtree City, Fayette County, Georgia
Peachtree City staff notified council that the city's EMS-billing vendor will auto-renew its contract under existing terms, staff recommended NFP for benefits-broker services after an RFP, and city staff confirmed qualifying dates and voter-registration deadlines for the 2025 municipal election.
Randolph Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
The Randolph Public Schools School Committee approved naming several campus spaces for local leaders and coaches and directed subcommittees to address signage and funding; the committee discussed wording and agreed changed names for some spaces before final votes.
Louisa County, Iowa
Faced with an amended condemnation filing that adds county property, the Louisa County Board of Supervisors voted not to intervene in a petition seeking an easement across a FEMA buyout lot; the board recorded a motion to take no opposition and allow the condemnation process to proceed.
Peachtree City, Fayette County, Georgia
Following a recent resignation, staff proposed amending the Transportation Advisory Group ordinance to match the Recreation Advisory Group's broader application rules, convert the Public Works director to a nonvoting member, add a voting seat, and allow the group to solicit small donations (subject to council acceptance).
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H.B. 83 amends juvenile court provisions regarding search and investigative warrants for child welfare.
Peachtree City, Fayette County, Georgia
Peachtree City staff proposed revisions to the city's discharge-of-bows ordinance to bring local code into conformity with Georgia state law (OCGA 27-1-3), and council asked staff to prepare a compliant ordinance for formal adoption.
Scott County, Virginia
Property owners and residents urged the Scott County Board to keep Webb Road open after a landowner requested abandonment. County staff reported historical denials and school-bus and farm access concerns; the board did not pursue abandonment and directed maintenance and graveling instead.
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Juvenile court empowered to promote public safety and individual accountability through legal actions.
Peachtree City, Fayette County, Georgia
Council received the final draft of the Recreation Master Plan from consultants and signaled readiness to adopt the plan at the next evening council meeting after clarifying service-level tables and phasing; members emphasized routine maintenance, teen programming, and fiscal constraints tied to possible future revenue loss.
Randolph Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
At a Randolph Public Schools committee meeting a parent asked for a retraction after members raised questions about fundraising for a student field trip; the committee read a statement saying its concerns related to policy and procedure, not the parent’s conduct.
Louisa County, Iowa
County road staff described preparations for an approaching snow event, explained how detour reimbursements from the Iowa DOT work, and outlined a tree-clearing project and equipment/budget work to be presented later in the month.
Peachtree City, Fayette County, Georgia
Peachtree City council members indicated consensus to opt in to HB 581, the statewide measure that includes a floating homestead exemption, after staff and council reviewed public feedback and technical details at a work session.
Scott County, Virginia
Multiple residents addressed the Scott County Board of Supervisors with complaints about tethered dogs, alleged shelter euthanasia practices and requests for stronger enforcement and shelter oversight. Shelter staff defended its procedures, cited seizure and euthanasia statistics, and invited organized volunteer support under defined rules.
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Law permits child welfare workers to act without prior notice to ensure children's safety.
Bremerton City, Kitsap County, Washington
Public commenters asked the Bremerton City Council on Jan. 2 to commit $10,000 annually and insurance support to the Kitsap Juneteenth Freedom Festival, and urged changes to city transportation guidance to prioritize multimodal safety.
Johnson County, Iowa
At its Jan. 2, 2025, meeting the Johnson County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved a consent agenda that included $2,225,203.02 in claims and appointed Ashley Platts and Adam Hahn to the county Zoning Board of Adjustment.
Louisa County, Iowa
The Louisa County Board of Supervisors unanimously approved multiple routine resolutions including a regular-meeting schedule, delegations of signature authority, emergency road-closure authority, and a county depository list; the board also approved several appointments and administrative items.
Scott County, Virginia
The Scott County Board of Supervisors approved a special-use permit for a 4-megawatt community solar facility on William Johnson’s farm off Rycove Memorial Road after a public hearing that included technical presentations by developer New Leaf Energy and concerns from nearby residents.
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H.B. 83 mandates services for child reunification before removal from guardians.
Bremerton City, Kitsap County, Washington
The Bremerton City Council approved its consent agenda Jan. 2, which included payroll and claims totaling $1,530,629.26, regular payroll of $1,087,144.60 for the pay period ending Dec. 15, 2024, payroll corrections, meeting minutes and a collective bargaining agreement with the Bremerton Police Officers Guild.
Allegany County, New York
A voice vote carried a motion to "pass this resource management committee," and the meeting was adjourned after a second, according to the transcript. No additional details or identifying speakers were provided.
Johnson County, Iowa
At its Jan. 2, 2025 organizational meeting the Johnson County Board of Supervisors approved elections of officers, meeting days and holidays, board assignments, multiple authorizations for signatories, several Title VI nondiscrimination assurances, and other routine items in a series of roll-call votes.
Danville, Danville, Virginia
At its Jan. 2 organizational meeting, the Danville City Council administered oaths to five re-elected members, elected Alonzo Jones mayor and James Buckner vice mayor for two-year terms, and the mayor outlined an education-focused partnership with the city manager and police chief.
Floyd County, Virginia
Board members asked staff to prepare proposed amendments to the county’s addressing ordinance to address residents’ concerns about requiring a permanent structure for an address, and requested reviews of false‑alarm and festival ordinances and property‑tax due dates as part of early‑year ordinance work and budget planning.
Johnson County, Iowa
At a February work session, the Johnson County Board of Supervisors approved the meeting agenda, directed staff to put an amendment on a future agenda to designate the county's floating holiday as Christmas Eve, and agreed to reassign department head liaison duties to a staff member named Mandy.
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Juvenile court requires law enforcement to enter warrants into crime database within 24 hours
Allegany County, New York
At a public meeting of the Allegany County Department of Public Works, officials discussed progress on bridge projects in Whitesville and on County Route 31, approved a package of equipment purchases and staffing fills, and authorized a one-year intermunicipal mutual-aid resolution and several vendor contracts.
Bremerton City, Kitsap County, Washington
At its Jan. 2 meeting, the Bremerton City Council unanimously elected Eric Younger council president and selected Jane Rubalowski as vice president in a 5-2 vote. The council conducted ballots after nominations and closed public comment on the item.
Floyd County, Virginia
The Floyd County Board of Supervisors approved a slate of appointments and reappointments to regional authorities, councils and other boards; most passed unanimously or by majority vote with little debate.
Strafford County, New Hampshire
Strafford County commissioners spent the bulk of the meeting on the upcoming budget, discussing Riverside nursing-home rates, a potential revenue stream from housing ICE detainees, jail staffing and capacity constraints, capital projects and regional dispatch and service consolidation options.
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New bill limits police actions on child custody without proper legal authority.
Johnson County, Iowa
At its Jan. 2, 2025 organizational meeting, the Johnson County Board of Supervisors determined the Cedar Rapids Gazette won a contest to serve as the county's third official newspaper under Iowa law after reviewing subscriber evidence and point-of-entry questions.
Floyd County, Virginia
Supervisors approved the presented disbursements, including payments tied to recreation‑park improvements (concrete footings for new bleachers) and related tourism‑funded items; one supervisor abstained from the vote.
Allegany County, New York
Sheriff Scott Ciccarello told the Allegany County Public Safety Committee on Jan. 2 that staffing, recruitment and retention are among his top priorities and that the department will present a radio-project update at the next meeting; he also said the office will cooperate with federal requests for detainees in accordance with law.
Dunn County, North Dakota
At its Jan. 2 meeting the Dunn County Board approved a 2025 beer and liquor license for Cowboy Station, appointed two JDA board members, accepted an indemnity offer from Continental Resources and later approved a settlement alternative accepting two miles of fence as requested; stipends and vouchers were also approved.
Strafford County, New Hampshire
Strafford County commissioners voted to accept a bid from Upcountry Property Services to replace the county's existing cleaning contractor following repeated tenant and staff complaints about performance.
Floyd County, Virginia
The Floyd County Board of Supervisors adopted a calendar for its regular meetings in 2025 that changes evening start times seasonally to accommodate agricultural schedules and approved an alternate schedule for inclement weather.
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H.B. 84 designates food with vaccine material as a drug in Utah.
Senate, Legislative, Massachusetts
The Senate adopted procedural orders to notify officials and appoint a joint committee to canvass executive council votes, heard a communication from Secretary of the Commonwealth William Francis Galvin, observed a moment of silence for victims of a New Orleans attack and adjourned in memory of Brockton firefighter Jeffrey W. Albanese.
House, Legislative, Massachusetts
The House adopted an order to adjourn to meet Monday at 11 a.m. and approved a special adjournment in respect to the memory of James Earl Carter Jr., the chamber said.
Allegany County, New York
Allegany County’s Personnel Committee approved a Public Works request to create and fill four full-time assistant heavy equipment mechanic positions, to be AFSCME bargaining-unit roles funded entirely by county funds and included in the 2025 budget; salary and benefit figures were abbreviated in the transcript.
Floyd County, Virginia
The Floyd County Board of Supervisors re-elected Joe Turman as chair and adjusted the 2025 chair and vice-chair term window to run Jan. 2, 2025, through Jan. 5, 2026, a one‑year change the board said is to avoid a gap when New Year’s Day falls on a weekend.
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Utah amends drug regulations to include foods containing vaccines or vaccine materials.
Dunn County, North Dakota
At its meeting the commission approved routine agenda and minutes, granted a utility permit for Mackenzie Electric, approved vacation hour payout or carryover options for two employees, and raised the interim road superintendent's hourly wage.
Allegany County, New York
The Allegany County Agricultural and Farmland Protection Board recommended continuation and consolidation of Agricultural District No. 4; county staff will bring a memorandum of explanation (MOE) and action items to the Resource Management Committee in February as part of the eight-year review required under state Agriculture and Markets law.
House, Legislative, Massachusetts
At a joint session the governor and lieutenant governor presided over the swearing-in of governor's councilors; Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll said the council confirmed 50 judges in the past two years, including two on the Supreme Judicial Court and the chief justice of the Appeals Court.
Dunn County, North Dakota
Landowners disputed who may maintain a laid-out county road and whether private maintenance removed 33 feet of dirt from a property; commissioners agreed to send county engineers and road crews to inspect and tabled a final decision to a later meeting.
Alexandria City (Independent), Virginia
At a Jan. 2 installation ceremony at the Schlesinger Center, Aliyah Gaskins took the oath of office as mayor, new and returning council members were sworn in, Sarah R. Bagley was unanimously elected vice mayor and the council affirmed an ethics pledge and approved appointments to city and regional boards.
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H.B. 84 clarifies definitions related to narcotic drugs and industrial hemp concentrate regulations.
Allegany County, New York
The Allegany County Personnel Committee on Jan. 2 approved the reappointment of Michael Hennessy as director of the County Veterans Service Agency and the reappointment of Heather Beto as executive secretary for workers' compensation; Hennessy’s appointment was described as a chairman’s appointment that requires board ratification.
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Utah approves updated resource management plan to replace previous version effective May 2025
Dunn County, North Dakota
After discussing two barns on a parcel owned by Bob Dvorak, commissioners directed county engineers to redesign the road alignment to avoid demolishing the buildings; the motion carried by voice vote.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
Camp representative Dave Hinman reported the camp moved bunks in three existing huts to meet the 4.5‑foot spacing requirement and is building a fourth bunkhouse to maintain program capacity; board thanked the camp for prompt work to achieve compliance.
House, Legislative, Massachusetts
In a joint session the House and Senate adopted an order to appoint a joint committee to canvass votes for executive counselors and received certified returns from the secretary of the Commonwealth for the Nov. 5, 2024 election.
Allegany County, New York
District Attorney Ian Jones and defense offices told the Public Safety Committee on Jan. 2 that misdemeanor filings are rising, felonies average roughly 25 new cases a month, and repeat offenders represent a substantial portion of caseloads. The public defender said grant-funded staff positions will be requested within 60 days.
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Bill allows unlimited compensation for limited purpose local government trustees after public hearings.
Dunn County, North Dakota
A Dunn County resident questioned a $25 charge after a contractor filed a notice of construction for a bathtub and shower fixture; county code administrator said the county requires a $25 notice for new structures and that planning staff will review whether minor plumbing work should trigger the notice.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
Summary of formal outcomes at the commission's Feb. 20 meeting: continuations for multiple public hearings, a conditional closure for 14 Tatima Way, closure for 36 Bassett Road, after‑the‑fact NOI continued for emergency dredging, and issuance of major orders of conditions and certificates of compliance.
Missoula County, Montana
Missoula County planners recommended and commissioners approved a family-transfer exemption allowing Jessica Walker Kelleher to transfer 4.5 acres for a single-family residence near Rock Creek; staff recommended approval while flagging floodplain and riparian concerns and a required state sanitation review for septic systems.
Allegany County, New York
The Allegany County Resource Management Committee approved reappointments and appointments to local agricultural and soil-and-water boards and voted to enter an executive session to discuss the employment history of a particular individual.
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Legislature allocates funds to reimburse costs for wrongfully impounded vehicles in Utah
Dunn County, North Dakota
Commissioners debated a proposed master service agreement (MSA) with Interstate Engineering, citing lengthy EJCDC-standard paperwork and unfinished county projects. On a roll-call vote the motion to approve the MSA failed 3–2.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
Applicant requested a waiver to extend a 6‑foot stockade fence into the 50‑foot coastal buffer. Commissioners and abutters argued for alternatives such as split‑rail fencing or planting; the applicant agreed to continue to March 6 to refine options.
Missoula County, Montana
The Missoula County Board of County Commissioners approved a package of annual organizational resolutions on Jan. 2, 2025, including appointing Commissioner Juanita Vero chair and setting the daily incarceration credit rate at $138.
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Utah defines vehicle registration requirements and exceptions for nonresidents and temporary workers.
Allegany County, New York
At its Jan. 2 organizational meeting the Allegany County Board of Legislators elected W. Brooke Harris chair, appointed Kevin Fred Demick vice chair, approved committee and board appointments, named official newspapers and passed an amendment to employee compensation; votes were recorded by roll call where indicated.
Warren County, Iowa
Warren County supervisors approved the consent agenda and several contracts and appointments during a meeting that also included public comments asking the board to appoint trustees for Otter Township, a move public speakers said is needed to preserve local fire and EMS coverage.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The Board approved several routine administrative items and septic variances, released a lien and lifted a condemnation. Motions passed by recorded votes are listed with key details for public record.
Missoula County, Montana
The Missoula County Board of County Commissioners approved a petition to annex a Bonner parcel into the Missoula Rural Fire District after staff said more than 40% of owners by acreage and taxable value supported the petition and required notice was published.
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Legislation establishes penalties for improper signatures on party registration petitions in Utah
Allegany County, New York
At its Jan. 2 meeting the Allegany County Public Safety Committee approved acceptance of grant funds for the county ignition interlock program, reappointed three traffic safety board members and approved meeting minutes; votes carried with voice approval.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
After abutter concerns about groundwater elevations and the depth/location of the proposed pool and structures, the commission closed the hearing with a condition requiring the applicant to submit groundwater elevation data and design schematics; the board voted to close with five aye, one recused, one abstaining.
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New bill requires verification and organization protocols for political party signatures in Utah.
Clark Township, Union County, New Jersey
Clark Township — At its Jan. 1, 2025, reorganization meeting at Brewer Municipal Building, the Clark Township Council sworn in officials, elected leadership, and handled routine organizational business needed to start the year.
Chautauqua County, New York
At the Jan. 2 meeting Legislator Larson urged the legislature to seek restoration of federal Essential Air Service to Chautauqua County Airport at Jamestown before the end of 2025; County Executive PJ Wendell congratulated the new leadership and pledged cooperation.
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New rules outline candidate nomination process and signature collection deadlines for Utah elections
Saratoga County, New York
The Saratoga County Board of Supervisors adopted a packet of 20 routine organizational resolutions (rules, meeting schedule, appointments to various county boards and authorities) in one consolidated vote and distributed chairman's committee assignments for 2025.
Chautauqua County, New York
At the Jan. 2 organizational meeting the Chautauqua County Legislature adopted several routine resolutions: designating The Post Journal and The Observer as official newspapers, appointing majority and minority leaders, confirming staff appointments and delegating limited tax-roll correction authority to the chairman.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The board voted 3–2 to grant a variance allowing accredited Nantucket Community Sailing instructors to use US Sailing certification in lieu of a standard lifeguard certification for their on-the-water program; some board members urged lifeguard training for staff while others cited US Sailing accreditation and the program’s on‑water rescue focus.
Muncie City, Delaware County, Indiana
At its Jan. 2 meeting the Muncie Board of Public Works and Safety elected Ted Baker president, Lula Maurer vice president and Linda Gregory secretary, approved the Dec. 26 minutes and approved $765,173 in claims; the claims packet was described as mostly utilities and included a floor-restoration invoice.
Saratoga County, New York
Philip Barrett, supervisor from the Town of Clifton Park, was elected chairman of the Saratoga County Board of Supervisors for 2025 and sworn into office; Supervisor Matthew E. Beach was elected vice chair and sworn in at the organizational meeting.
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Registered voters request incorporation vote for their area at the next general election.
Washington County, New York
Board members thanked dispatchers and multiple local fire departments for responding to fires near Salem, and a board member warned that potential retail departures in Greenwich and Granville could affect county sales tax receipts.
Clinton County, New York
At its organizational meeting, the Clinton County Legislature elected Mr. Henry as chair for 2025 and approved deputy and party leadership, adopted rules of order and confirmed appointments including the assistant county attorney and administrator of indigent defendants.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The Natural Resources Department presented a pilot to test cliff stabilizers and dune guards at two sites; commissioners debated whether the devices are "water‑dependent" or a "structure," and the hearing was continued to March 6 for further review and permitting details.
Hammond City, Lake County, Indiana
The Hammond City Board of Public Works and Safety on Jan. 2 denied two ClickFix traffic requests — to increase a speed limit on Southeastern and to install a blinking yellow turn arrow at Columbia Avenue and Chicago Street — following staff review and recommendation against the changes.
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Election officers to certify signatures for party nomination, ensuring voter qualifications.
Washington County, New York
The Washington County Board of Supervisors adopted Resolution No. 7 to award Bid 2024-33 (Burgoyne Campus Project — General Construction Contract) to Bass Hatfield, contingent on required insurance and bonds and subject to county attorney review.
Chautauqua County, New York
At the Jan. 2 organizational meeting, legislators elected Pierre Shagnon chairman by roll call; he pledged servant leadership and named members of the leadership team.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
Health department staff said PFAS sampling results and property files will be posted online and presented a map showing clusters of detections above Massachusetts’ reportable concentration; MassDEP guidance and thresholds (20 ng/L reporting, 90 ng/L imminent hazard) will guide next steps.
Hammond City, Lake County, Indiana
At its Jan. 2 meeting the Hammond City Board of Public Works and Safety approved routine minutes, promoted a probationary correctional officer, authorized a construction agreement for Memorial Park, renewed a sidewalk contract and set a rental-registration hearing for Jan. 16, 2025.
Washington County, New York
The Board of Supervisors debated and amended proposed changes to the Board rules governing committee quorums and the chair/vice-chair role in forming a quorum. After several proposed amendments and discussion, the board adopted the amended rules by roll call vote; one supervisor voted no.
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Bill mandates property owners obtain geotechnical reports before using mobile cranes on site
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Council amendsordinances to define mayoral powers in six-member and five-member council municipalities.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The Nantucket Board of Health on a continued public hearing Monday took up a proposed regulation that would require short-term rental properties to obtain a permit before hosting large gatherings and allow the board to place conditions on those permits.
Terre Haute City, Vigo County, Indiana
At a reorganization meeting held Jan. 2, the Terre Haute City Council selected Councilperson Todd Nation as council president by acclamation, appointed Councilperson Dinkel as vice president by acclamation, designated the Tribune Stars as the city's newspaper of record, deferred board and committee appointments and adjourned.
Harris County, School Districts, Georgia
The Harris County Board of Education held a series of routine votes at its Jan. 9, 2025 meeting, approving officer elections, legal counsel, bid awards and its consent agenda.
Washington County, New York
At the 2025 organizational meeting the Board of Supervisors elected Robert Hanke chair and Cassie Fedler vice chair and adopted a series of routine organizational resolutions, including designation of a depository, appointments and an appropriation for the Extension Service. The board entered executive session to discuss a contract matter.
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S.B. 54 allows candidates to choose middle names nicknames or initials for ballots
Harris County, School Districts, Georgia
At its Jan. 9 meeting the Harris County Board of Education heard a curriculum update from Dr. Patterson on winter 2024 Georgia Milestones assessment results; the presentation emphasized using winter, longitudinal data to avoid COVID-era distortions and prompted no substantive board questions.
Robbinsville Public Schools, School Districts, New Jersey
During public comment at the Jan. 2 Robbinsville Board of Education meeting residents recounted the origin of the Ad Hoc Special Education Committee, urged more frequent security discussions, and asked for transparency about a board submission to the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection regarding a proposed crematorium.
Portage County, Wisconsin
The Portage County HR Committee approved a resolution recognizing employees who retired in 2024 and approved minutes from a prior meeting; it set its next meeting for Feb. 6, 2025.
Chickasaw County, Iowa
Supervisors temporarily named two official newspapers, directed the auditor to seek verified subscriber lists, approved routine appointments and pay changes, and heard staff warn that state restructuring of mental‑health services could shift sizable costs to counties.
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Utah mandates candidates to declare party affiliation and comply with campaign laws.
Portage County, Wisconsin
The Portage County HR Committee was briefed on recent hiring trends — including higher starting wages and negotiated vacation — confirmed an ERP mentor hire, and reviewed benefit- and insurance-related budget pressures at its Jan. 2 meeting.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The ZBA continued a special permit request for alterations at 43 Union Street to March 13 after tree advisory members, the Nantucket Land & Water Council and neighbors raised concerns about potential impacts to a protected town elm and other mature trees; town staff will seek input from the Tree Advisory Committee and the town arborist.
Mendocino County, California
The Mendocino County Zoning Administrator on Jan. 9, 2025 approved Administrative Permit AP 2023-0047 to modify an existing Crown Castle wireless communications facility on Cleveland Mountain.
Robbinsville Public Schools, School Districts, New Jersey
At its Jan. 2 reorganization meeting the Robbinsville Board of Education elected Peter Ullberg as president and Dr. Jeffrey Piero as vice president, approved committee assignments and agreed to consolidate ad hoc technology and security work into the business committee while deferring a final decision on the Ad Hoc Special Education Committee.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
At its Jan. 21 meeting, the School Committee voted to back a town-meeting warrant for teacher-housing lease authorization, adopted changes to graduation competency determination policy IKF, and approved several field trips, donations and minutes.
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New rules require voter petitions for unopposed district attorney candidates in Utah elections.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
A high-school student and a JV coach told the School Committee they experienced or witnessed hard coaching, repeated player injuries, and alleged irregularities in how coaching positions and pay were handled.
Dover, Kent County, Delaware
The Dover City Council voted 8-1 on Jan. 2 to reaffirm its prior approval of four ordinances that regulate retail, cultivation, testing and related zoning for marijuana after Mayor Robin R. Christensen issued a written veto citing public-safety and setback concerns.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
Nantucket Education Trust asked the School Committee to support a town-meeting warrant article to lease a portion of school campus land at 48 Sparks Ave for new teacher housing; the committee voted to support the warrant request.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The ZBA granted a special permit to alter a preexisting nonconforming dwelling at 9 Tawati Lane (reduce apparent encroachment and add modest extensions). The board found the proposal would not be substantially more detrimental to the neighborhood and approved conditions tying construction to HDC approvals.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
District leaders presented an instructional vision tied to state standards, proposed internal staff reallocations (no net new hires) to boost reading and math, and scheduled a public forum on staggered start times as a response to chronic school bus shortages.
Mendocino County, California
The Mendocino County Zoning Administrator on Jan. 9, 2025 granted a continuance to a date uncertain for Administrative Permit AP 2024-0017, a proposed 5,000-square-foot mixed-light cannabis cultivation operation owned by Jose Luis Estrada.
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New candidate rules in Utah prohibit false statements and enforce residency requirements for office seekers.
Poughkeepsie City, Dutchess County, New York
At its Jan. 2 organizational meeting, the Poughkeepsie City Common Council appointed Nathan Shook vice chair, reappointed Patterson Thompson as majority leader, and approved a set of administrative resolutions including rules of conduct, bank designations, and appointment of marriage officers.
Warren County, Iowa
The Warren County Board of Supervisors voted 3-2 to deny a request to rezone about 36.9 acres from A1 Agricultural to M1 Light Industrial for a precast concrete manufacturing facility, after hours of testimony from the applicant and more than two dozen residents.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
Neighbors appealed enforcement at 32 Monomoy Road, asserting the property functions exclusively as a short-term rental; the ZBA continued the matter to March 13 to allow town counsel to participate and because the case is tied to pending court litigation (Ward v. Town of Nantucket).
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New regulations streamline municipal primary ballot layout and eliminate write-in candidate spaces
Warrenton City, Warren County, Missouri
On Jan. 2, 2025, the Warrenton City Planning and Zoning Commission voted 7-0 to recommend denial of Site Plan 179, a proposal to open a 2,665-square-foot tobacco and vape store at 1001 N. Highway 47, citing unclear property rights and inconsistent owner contact information; the recommendation will go to the Board of Aldermen on Jan. 21.
Osage Beach, Camden County, Missouri
The board did not approve first reading of a consulting agreement with LaneShift LLC for administration of a Federal Safe Streets for All grant, after aldermen raised concerns about uncapped travel expenses and timeline; staff had presented a not-to-exceed base contract of $111,425 plus an estimated $10,000 for travel.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The ZBA granted a three-month continuance to May 31 for an appeal concerning properties marketed as the "Summer House"/beach bistro, while the applicant agreed to sign an extension of the board's action deadline.
Osage Beach, Camden County, Missouri
After a public hearing with no public comments, the Board of Aldermen approved Special Use Permit case 415, allowing Chris and Sarah Brand to remodel and add onto an existing residential use in a commercial zone; the Board of Zoning Adjustment previously approved the required variance.
Isle of Wight County, Virginia
The Board of Supervisors elected Don Rosie chair, Rudolph Jefferson vice chair, appointed Catherine Mayes clerk and Courtney Denny deputy clerk, adopted a 2025 meeting schedule and bylaws and reappointed committee and regional assignments. The board also moved into and returned from closed session under Code of Virginia citations.
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Candidates can now request nicknames on ballots with supporting affidavits from residents.
Lawrence Township Public School District, School Districts, New Jersey
At its reorganization meeting the board swore in new members, elected Michelle Bose as president and Maggie Stankhurst as vice president, adopted a meeting calendar, and approved routine personnel and business motions.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The Nantucket Zoning Board of Appeals on Feb. 13 upheld Building Commissioner Paul Murphy's finding that activities at 59 South Shore Road did not constitute a prohibited commercial use in a residential district, rejecting a motion to overturn the commissioner's decision.
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New law permits candidates to file without payment if demonstrating financial hardship.
Isle of Wight County, Virginia
Refuse and recycling staff described new low‑cost internet and camera installations at eight convenience sites, traffic‑flow changes and proposed compactors aimed at reducing hauling and operational costs.
Osage Beach, Camden County, Missouri
The board approved multiple first readings and purchase motions including service truck bodies, a boom mower, rebuilt sewer pumps, a Chevy F550 service truck, startup work on H2S treatment and 10 two-horsepower pumps.
Lawrence Township Public School District, School Districts, New Jersey
The Lawrence Township Board of Education voted to file referendum questions and accept preliminary eligible costs from the state, beginning the district's bond referendum process and scheduling community forums in January and February.
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Utah sets guidelines for candidate listings and ballot instructions in primary elections.
Shawnee County, Kansas
Shawnee County commissioners on Jan. 2 approved a set of contracts, IT renewals, procurement solicitations and a collaborative grant agreement during a regular meeting in the county courthouse chambers.
Isle of Wight County, Virginia
County staff briefed the Board of Supervisors on the five‑year review of the comprehensive plan, presented two preferred growth scenarios and a separate growth‑rate study. Consultants are expected to deliver preliminary growth‑rate findings in the coming weeks.
Osage Beach, Camden County, Missouri
The Board of Aldermen gave first reading to an ordinance (Sewage Systems, section 710.180) creating a recorded utility-service covenant for properties outside the city that tie into Osage Beach sewer, after lengthy discussion over staff authority, annexation implications and system safeguards.
Timberlane Regional School District, School Districts, New Hampshire
Summary of formal actions taken at the Timberlane Regional School District board meeting on Jan. 2, including vote tallies and next steps.
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Lieutenant governor collaborates with clerks to improve ballot accessibility and accuracy in elections
Shawnee County, Kansas
The Board of County Commissioners approved a $16 million project budget and authorized soliciting construction bids for a road improvement project described on the agenda as "Northwest 40 Sixth Sixth Street" between Northwest Fielding and Northwest Rochester roads, funded by the countywide half‑cent sales tax program.
City of Bandera, Bandera County, Texas
Public commenters urged the City Council of Bandera to retain Marshal Nancy; the council announced it will enter a closed session under the Texas Government Code to consult with counsel and deliberate personnel matters related to the city marshal.
Mendocino County, California
Mendocino County approved CDP 2024‑0011 allowing Save the Redwoods League to demolish five structures and remove associated infrastructure at a Westport parcel, with a habitat restoration plan and added permits required from state agencies.
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Election officials mandate ballot formatting guidelines for candidates without political party affiliations.
Timberlane Regional School District, School Districts, New Hampshire
The Timberlane board approved a Phase 3 facilities project list concentrated at Atkinson Academy and heard legal guidance on a citizen petition aimed at limiting future lease phases; counsel said the board has authority to enter leases while voters control annual appropriations.
Dickinson County, Kansas
The Dickinson County Commission reopened discussion of a proposed 2025 compensation plan but did not adopt a final package. Commissioners, a consultant and public speakers debated wage compression, benefits, and funding; the commission asked the consultant for detailed, printed numbers and deferred final action to the next meeting.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
Town enterprise fund managers reviewed high‑level FY26 budgets and capital priorities for Our Island Home, the Sewer/Stormwater enterprise and the Water Department; leaders cited rising operating costs, PFAS testing and regulatory pressures, and capital projects tied to the third force main work.
Tenafly, Bergen County, New Jersey
Three probationary police officers were sworn in during the Tenafly reorganization meeting. Borough and police officials emphasized a rigorous hiring process, academy training, and community welcome for new officers.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The Great Harbor Yacht Club Foundation donated $65,000 to the town to fund an eelgrass management plan; the Select Board accepted the gift and will send a letter of thanks.
Mendocino County, California
The Mendocino County Coastal Permit Administrator on Jan. 9 approved a coastal development permit for restoration and post‑fact tree removal at 44771 Compu Kyukiah Road, adopting a mitigated negative declaration and limiting the new perimeter fence to no more than 6 feet tall.
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Designated facilities must install newborn safety devices and ensure trained personnel are available.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
After public testimony and legal briefing from town counsel, the Select Board voted unanimously to adopt a townwide public participation policy; the board removed a proposed 10‑minute total limit and kept a 3‑minute-per-speaker guideline.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The Select Board on Feb. 12 approved an emergency declaration under Massachusetts General Law Chapter 44, Section 31 to let the town and the water company accelerate design, procurement and installation of a filtration system for Water Department Well 15 after confirmatory PFAS results.
Timberlane Regional School District, School Districts, New Hampshire
At its Jan. 2 meeting the Timberlane Regional School District board rescinded a prior procedural funding motion and voted to place a warrant article on the ballot to create tuition‑free full‑day kindergarten for FY2026; board members debated costs, state adequacy aid and equity for families.
Tenafly, Bergen County, New Jersey
In mayoral remarks during the Tenafly reorganization meeting the mayor described priorities for roads and pedestrian safety, parks and recreation, and downtown revitalization including a $1.6 million federal grant for Tenafly Brook cleanup and several traffic and park projects planned for 2025.
Plaistow Zoning Board of Appeal, Plaistow, Rockingham County, New Hampshire
The Plaistow Zoning Board of Appeal approved two sets of meeting minutes and denied a rehearing request on the Strategic Real Estate Management LLC variance for 45 Westville Road.
Plaistow Zoning Board of Appeal, Plaistow, Rockingham County, New Hampshire
Members of the Plaistow Zoning Board of Appeal discussed three citizen-petition proposals — to make the board an elected body, to bar selectmen from serving, and to bar town employees — and agreed the chair would draft a letter outlining the board’s position to circulate to members.
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S.B. 57 ensures safe relinquishment of newborns protects parents from neglect charges.
Plaistow Zoning Board of Appeal, Plaistow, Rockingham County, New Hampshire
On Jan. 2, 2025 the Plaistow Zoning Board of Appeal rejected a motion to grant a rehearing for Strategic Real Estate Management LLC’s variance request to use 45 Westville Road as an overflow trailer/parking lot, citing procedural and substantive concerns including lack of new evidence, noise data questions and neighborhood character.
Tenafly, Bergen County, New Jersey
At its reorganization meeting the Tenafly Borough Council confirmed dozens of R25 appointments and approved prior meeting minutes and R24 consent resolutions; votes were taken by roll call and several appointments were approved unanimously.
Mendocino County, California
UC Cooperative Extension outlined a proposal to update a 2008 agricultural water-use inventory for the Ukiah Valley Basin, seeking GSA endorsement or funding; estimated cost for a two- to three-year field campaign is roughly $100,000'$140,000.
Fort Thomas, Campbell County, Kentucky
Fort Thomas Police Department told council it added two e-bikes, advanced its take‑home fleet and body-camera rollout, completed K‑9 training, and purchased software enabling local cell‑phone downloads for investigations, reducing turnaround time from county processing.
Fort Thomas, Campbell County, Kentucky
Fort Thomas Fire Chief reported a record 2,070 runs for the year and told the council that EMS calls have increased, prompting councilors to ask whether the city should add a second ambulance.
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Bill amends locations and methods for safely relinquishing newborns in Utah.
Mendocino County, California
Legal counsel briefed the board that the Upper Russian River Water Agency is disbanding and that the GSA's joint powers agreement will need simultaneous amendments to remove that member and add the Ukiah Valley Water Authority; counsel outlined timing constraints, including a 60-day withdrawal notice requirement.
Fort Thomas, Campbell County, Kentucky
Fort Thomas city administrator presented a state-of-the-city report listing completed and ongoing projects: a pending Land and Water Conservation Fund grant for a permanent skate park (state match of $119,000 approved), street and park improvements, a new ambulance order, ladder-truck preconstruction review and building/AV upgrades.
South River, Middlesex County, New Jersey
At the Jan. 1 meeting the borough administered oaths to William Smith as fire chief and to officers Scott Wolf and Steven Rudolph as assistant chiefs.
Fort Thomas, Campbell County, Kentucky
At a special meeting the Fort Thomas City Council approved Municipal Order MO 01/2025 appointing Christie Thaugherty to the Board of Adjustment and voted to enter an executive session under KRS 61.81 to deliberate future real‑property acquisition or sale.
Manchester Planning & Zoning Board, Manchester, Hillsborough County, New Hampshire
The Manchester Planning & Zoning Board approved prior meeting minutes and discussed a regional-impact notice from Bedford concerning wetland work tied to a Saint Anselm College project that Bedford sent out as a cautionary measure.
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Election officers design ballots to include party names and nonpartisan candidates correctly.
Mendocino County, California
Consultant Larry Walker Associates told the Basin GSA that water year 2024 was above normal and most representative monitoring points met measurable objectives; a few northern wells showed low fall levels and one site experienced a change in local conditions tied to nearby pumping.
South River, Middlesex County, New Jersey
Two new members — Matthew DeSantis and Nick Gianagopoulos — were sworn in at the Borough of South River's Jan. 1 meeting; both pledged to focus on progress and constituent access.
Spring Hill City, Miami County, Kansas
The Spring Hill City Planning Commission recommended or approved a series of plats and site plans — including a 74,000‑square‑foot industrial expansion, a 71‑lot Oak Woods final plat, a one‑lot plat for Grace Community Church and a Hidden Hills pool/clubhouse — voting unanimously 7‑0 on each item and forwarding matters requiring council approval.
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Parents can anonymously surrender newborns at hospitals without facing neglect charges.
Manchester Planning & Zoning Board, Manchester, Hillsborough County, New Hampshire
The Manchester Planning & Zoning Board closed the public hearing on PDSP 2024-004 for the proposed Mark Stebbins Community Center at 315 Kimball Street, a two-story, multi-tenant facility that would house Amiskeg Health, the Boys & Girls Club and a food pantry.
Mendocino County, California
At the meeting the Basin GSA set a direct-billing minimum of $20, adopted a resolution to enter a $1.4 million CDFW grant agreement for an interconnected-surface-water study, approved a revenue-neutral FY24-25 budget realignment, and amended Hansford Economic Consulting's contract ($24,000) for fee services.
South River, Middlesex County, New Jersey
The Borough of South River council approved nine organizational consent resolutions — covering council rules, liaisons, schedule, a temporary budget and professional appointments — during the Jan. 1 meeting.
Spring Hill City, Miami County, Kansas
Spring Hill City planning commissioners voted 6‑0‑1 on a recommendation to approve conditional‑use permit CU‑24‑2, which would allow a small assisted‑living ("home plus") facility at a single‑family home on South Jefferson Street.
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S.B. 57 aims to expedite care and placement for newborns without identified nonrelinquishing parents
Mendocino County, California
The Basin GSA approved a contract to transfer administrative services to the City of Ukiah but directed the chair to work with staff and counsel to reinsert a conflict-of-interest clause removed during negotiations.
Manchester Planning & Zoning Board, Manchester, Hillsborough County, New Hampshire
The Planning & Zoning Board closed the public hearing for an amendment to SP2018-079 at 896 Gosse Falls Road, a parking expansion for an auto repair facility; the applicant holds NHDES shoreland permits and requested tree-planting waivers due to utilities in the frontage.
Angleton, Brazoria County, Texas
The Angleton Planning and Zoning Commission voted Jan. 2 to recommend rezoning about 2.359 acres behind 105 Cemetery Road from a multifamily district to light industrial with a planned-development overlay permitting limited RV and boat parking.
Monroe County, Pennsylvania
At a public meeting, the Monroe County Board of Commissioners approved a series of routine minutes, budget adjustments, vendor contracts, grant allocations and board appointments, and presented a retirement certificate to a long-serving corrections official.
Elmwood Park, Bergen County, New Jersey
At a Jan. 2 reorganization meeting, Elmwood Park officials swore in two elected council members, selected Lorraine Pellegreen as 2025 council president and approved a package of professional appointments and a broad consent agenda; two council members voted against the risk-manager appointment and at least one recusal was recorded.
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School districts must inform apprenticeship programs of upcoming college and career fairs annually.
Mendocino County, California
At a Feb. meeting of the Basin Groundwater Sustainability Agency, directors elected Director Madeline Klein as chair and kept Vice Chair Doug Crane in his vice-chair role in a 3–2 vote for two-year terms.
Manchester Planning & Zoning Board, Manchester, Hillsborough County, New Hampshire
The Manchester Planning & Zoning Board opened a public hearing for S2024-012, a two-lot subdivision of Manchester Water Works land on Cohass (Coas) Avenue, and voted to keep the hearing open to Jan. 16 to allow Manchester Water Works to answer abutter questions about an alleged encroachment, cleanup and sale process.
Mifflin County, Pennsylvania
The Mifflin County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously to approve accounts payable and payroll, exonerate 2024 per-capita taxes under tax code 53, appoint two members to the Midland County Housing Authority and approve multiple personnel actions, including hires, promotions and resignations.
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AB 296 requires California schools to host at least one apprenticeship fair each year.
Fairbanks North Star (Borough), Alaska
Assessing Director Cecily Manning presented an ordinance to amend borough code to incorporate state legislative changes (SB179) that make preferential farm assessment mandatory for farm structures as well as land; staff noted changes to qualifying documents and asked for state guidance on acceptable tax forms.
Elk County, Pennsylvania
At its Jan. 2 meeting the Elk County Retirement Board reviewed plan performance, reported a funded ratio of 91.3%, and unanimously approved a set of routine administrative items including a $600,000 estimated actuarially determined contribution for 2025 and vendor fee adjustments.
Mendocino County, California
The Subdivision Committee reviewed recommended conditions for minor subdivision MS20240002 (Penelope Winnet) in Hopland, including floodplain notes, an asbestos check, a CDFW filing fee, water/sewer ‘‘will-serve’’ verification, and private-road improvements; the committee will forward recommendations to the Planning Commission for final action.
Mount Vernon, Westchester County, New York
Consultants and city staff for Envision Mount Vernon updated the project website, said the Phase 2 survey has more than 100 responses, and outlined two citywide open-house meetings Jan. 11 and Jan. 15 plus a rescheduled industrial-area business luncheon Jan. 29 as the final outreach before consultants begin drafting the comprehensive plan.
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SB 690 grants sheriffs and constables authority to contract law enforcement in populous counties.
Elk County, Pennsylvania
The Elk County Board of Commissioners approved a Veterans Affairs request for three veteran burial requisitions and three veteran headstone forms during new business.
Pinellas County, Florida
County staff briefed commissioners on federal and state recovery programs, temporary housing numbers, and a county home-repair program while commissioners raised urgent concerns about permitting delays, contractor responsiveness and insurance shortfalls for displaced residents.
Fairbanks North Star (Borough), Alaska
The finance committee reviewed an advanced ordinance on Jan. 2, 2025, to appropriate $2,494,720 in federal FTA grant funds and $623,683 in local match to buy compressed natural gas buses and a paratransit van for the Transit Enterprise Projects Fund.
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Texas Department of Public Safety will adopt new firearm registration rules by December 2025
Sandusky Boards & Commissions, Sandusky, Erie County, Ohio
The Sandusky Boards & Commissions approved a variance allowing a lot split and reduced rear-yard setbacks at 1228 West Osborne Street so a developer can build three single-family houses as part of the Welcome Home Ohio program, with deed restrictions and income limits attached to sales.
Elk County, Pennsylvania
The Elk County Salary Board approved a 2.5% cost‑of‑living adjustment for county employees not covered by collective bargaining and ratified a 3% pay increase for elected officials tied to Resolution 2022‑19; wages for unionized units remain frozen pending contract negotiations.
Pinellas County, Florida
A consultant team presented a corridor safety study to Pinellas County commissioners, identifying crash hot spots, priority countermeasures and a package of near-, mid- and long-term actions intended to support future federal grant applications.
Fairbanks North Star (Borough), Alaska
Borough animal control staff presented ordinance changes aimed at making Title 22 more enforceable, including microchipping quarantined animals, officer discretion for home quarantine, revised fines and removal of a subjective barking/noise provision.
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Texas exempts itself from daylight saving time under new legislation effective November 2025.
Sandusky Boards & Commissions, Sandusky, Erie County, Ohio
At its Jan. 15 meeting the Sandusky Landmark Commission elected a chair and vice chair, heard a staff report on administrative approvals for several downtown properties and agreed to meet at least quarterly to present staff approvals to the commission.
Elk County, Pennsylvania
The Elk County Board of Commissioners approved Resolution 2025-01 to set a 3% annual pay increase for the City of St. Marys tax collector for 2026–2029 and to set deputy pay at 70% of the collector’s hourly rate.
Fairbanks North Star (Borough), Alaska
The Fairbanks North Star Borough Assembly Finance Committee voted to award IFB 25054 to Hughes Fire Equipment Inc. for $371,985 to refurbish a 2007 Steese fire tender; only one responsive bid was received and the work will be performed in Oregon with the vehicle barged from Anchorage.
Delaware County, Pennsylvania
The authority approved a $50,000 one-time grant to the Delaware County Office for the Public Defender for a diversion program and a $10,000 arts and culture grant to Get Plugged In Inc.; a proposed $8,000 grant to the Law Enforcement Memorial Foundation was tabled for lack of information.
Sandusky Boards & Commissions, Sandusky, Erie County, Ohio
The Sandusky Boards & Commissions approved the Dec. 5 minutes, reappointed last year's officers by unanimous proclamation and adjourned; motions were moved and seconded and recorded as carried without roll-call tallies recorded in the transcript.
Baldwin County, Georgia
Commissioners agreed Jan. 2 to wait until Tuesday to ratify a concessions contract after staff reported the vendor had filed a Secretary of State receipt but had not provided a Georgia registered-agent address; the board voted to add discussion of concessions to the agenda and later moved to executive session on personnel matters.
Fairbanks North Star (Borough), Alaska
Staff presented a proposed substitute ordinance (RZ2024-3) that would rezone roughly 17 acres west of Dale Road from light industrial to light commercial and add a 25-foot waterway setback overlay adjacent to the Chena River; planning staff and the Chena Riverfront Commission recommend the setback, while several property owners object to it.
Delaware County, Pennsylvania
Treasurer Andrew Nelson presented the authority’s September financials and the board approved payments to Daley Law Firm, Mejgan Technologies, Brinker Simpson and Spirit Media Group, and accepted the treasurer’s report.
Clinton County, Pennsylvania
The Board of Commissioners confirmed a court clerk promotion, accepted the resignation of the agricultural preservation administrator and approved county bills and net payroll for early January 2025.
Delaware County, Pennsylvania
The authority approved a revised agreement with Mejgan Technologies to create and upload agendas into the county’s CivicPlus system and increased monthly pay; the effective date was moved to November 2025 by amendment.
Sandusky Boards & Commissions, Sandusky, Erie County, Ohio
Staff told the Sandusky Boards & Commissions that crews have installed new west-side water lines, are tying across the roadway as meter pits arrive, and installed storm utilities near Washington Street with temporary closures and 7 a.m.–5 p.m. work windows.
Baldwin County, Georgia
Baldwin County commissioners conducted a random draw Jan. 2 to assign initial four- and six-year terms to members of the newly created Board of Elections and Registration as required by House Bill 1095.
Fairbanks North Star (Borough), Alaska
At a Jan. 2 administrative hearing, borough staff and a hearing officer approved three quick plats and a utility-easement vacation affecting parcels in Murray Highlands, Leisure Subdivision and Dixon Subdivision; no members of the public testified.
Clinton County, Pennsylvania
Salary boards for county offices approved a uniform 50¢ hourly increase for full‑time non‑elected, non‑bargained employees and adopted position listings and starting salaries for 2025, along with several department‑specific adjustments and part‑time pay rates.
Delaware County, Pennsylvania
The Delaware County Interactive Gaming Revenue Authority voted to award a one-time $100,000 grant to the City of Chester to repair the Chester Park bandshell. The authority amended the grant condition so funds will be distributed once construction has actually started.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
At the end of the Select Board meeting the board approved amended minutes and treasury warrants, accepted two gifts for town programs, and unanimously endorsed the Baxter Road alternative‑access design.
Sandusky Boards & Commissions, Sandusky, Erie County, Ohio
At the Sandusky Boards & Commissions meeting, staff said the public landing project was advertised for bids and the Sandusky Bay Pathway work and ODOT RAISE-funded Route 6 corridor were discussed, with developers and federal approvals still needed before construction starts.
Chelsea Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
The school superintendent introduced Billie Jo Turner as the district's new finance and operations leader at the Jan. 2, 2025 School Committee meeting; Turner was described as having more than 24 years of financial and operational experience, most recently serving as chief financial officer for Lowell Public Schools.
Fairbanks North Star (Borough), Alaska
Parks and Recreation Director Matt Boyer demonstrated a new Civic Rec site and a Park Explorer interactive map that catalogs facilities and amenities in the Fairbanks North Star Borough; the tool will replace the department’s current activity page and launch next week.
Clinton County, Pennsylvania
Clinton County Commissioners on Jan. 2 approved a series of appointments, contracts, and labor agreements, including a $195,861 allocation to the Central Counties Youth Center and memorandums of understanding with AFSCME that raise sheriff deputies’ starting pay by $975 annually.
Mount Rainier, Prince George's County, Maryland
Staff presented Ordinance O‑1‑2025, a budget amendment to transfer $23,000 from contingency to the arts commission and $11,000 from contingency to mayor and council conference/ convention expenses; the item was introduced during the Dec. 17 work session for first reading.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
Planning staff reviewed about 25 planning‑board sponsored zoning articles, including state‑mandated changes from the Massachusetts Affordable Homes Act (ADU definition and related updates), a locally proposed cottage‑community bylaw focused on owner‑occupied smaller units, and other updates on solar, pickleball, and inclusionary housing.
Rawlins City Council, Rawlins, Carbon County, Wyoming
City Attorney Penita Midbury led a training module reminding council members of their legislative role, open meetings and public records obligations, rules for executive sessions and conflict-of-interest limits under Wyoming law.
Mount Rainier, Prince George's County, Maryland
Mayor Selena Benitez said Prince George’s County intends to restore 24 career firefighter positions across four shifts at Bunker Hill Fire Station effective Dec. 29, and the city will continue advocacy for restoration of career staffing at other stations.
Chelsea Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
Administrator Dr. Blake Canty presented district attendance, dropout and student mobility figures to the School Committee on Jan. 2, 2025, reporting high attendance at most grade levels, a 2.46% dropout rate as of Oct. 1 and net mobility changes across school levels for December.
Town of Yarmouth, Barnstable County, Massachusetts
The commission issued a negative determination for a Shore Side Drive modification, approved a notice of intent for a Pockanocket Drive house, issued multiple certificates of compliance and continued several items to future meetings.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The Select Board debated whether peer‑to‑peer car sharing should fall under the town’s car‑rental medallion system or be regulated separately; counsel was asked to draft a registration approach that limits household hosts while addressing unused medallions.
Rawlins City Council, Rawlins, Carbon County, Wyoming
City Manager Tom reviewed a recently completed water master plan that identifies roughly $48.5 million in needed water system projects; the city has secured about $3.637 million in grant funding, including a $2.3 million Wyoming Water Development Commission award for the transmission line.
Mount Rainier, Prince George's County, Maryland
Mount Rainier’s mayor and council voted unanimously Dec. 17 to reallocate roughly $458,840 to the Potts Hall Welcome Center, moving unspent ARPA balances from multiple line items into the project.
Town of Yarmouth, Barnstable County, Massachusetts
The Yarmouth Conservation Commission continued a certificate-of-compliance review for Powers Lane roadwork after a resident reported driveway flooding; engineers told the commission the pavement work likely did not cause the problem and the commission asked for beachgrass planting by May 1.
Chelsea Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
The Chelsea Public Schools School Committee on Jan. 2 voted unanimously (8–0, 1 absent) to accept several DESE and partner grants, approve a $440,000 intra‑district transfer of vacancy savings and authorize a five‑year architectural and engineering (house doctor) agreement.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The Coastal Resilience Advisory Committee (CRAC) updated the Select Board on two active projects — Francis Street Beach improvements and Easy Street flood mitigation — showcased Flood Vision visualizations, and recommended money for grant-writing support to pursue construction funding.
Rawlins City Council, Rawlins, Carbon County, Wyoming
City Manager Tom told council trainees that the fifth-penny (6p) ballot projects can no longer fully fund planned capital work because inflation and project costs rose sharply; the city elected not to bond when the tax was approved and now plans staged spending.
Mount Rainier, Prince George's County, Maryland
The Mount Rainier City Council unanimously approved the design review board's recommendation supporting a variance application for 422420 Ninth Street; the owner told the council neighbors support the project and DRB members voted unanimously to recommend approval.
Rawlins City Council, Rawlins, Carbon County, Wyoming
City Manager Tom briefed newly elected Rawlins City Council members on the city's financial structure, reporting roughly $12 million in general-fund resources, heavy reliance on taxes, and budgeting choices that froze several vacant positions and cut capital to present a balanced FY25 budget.
St. Landry Parish, Louisiana
The Public Works Committee agreed to forward a request to reduce the school-zone speed limit on Conference Road from 30 to 20 mph to the full council and heard a monthly public-works operations report listing maintenance activities.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The Select Board unanimously endorsed a final design for an alternative access to the Baxter Road neighborhood prepared by Arcadis, advancing the project toward permitting and a possible 2026 Town Meeting funding vote. The board and staff discussed easements, permitting, and a likely betterment funding model.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
A consolidated list of formal actions taken at the Feb. 6 commission meeting: agenda adoption, continuances, permit closures and approvals, minor modifications and a certificate of compliance.
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Discovery Elementary Principal Tammy Christensen told the Uintah board Jan. 8 the school is tracking a set of lead measures tied to a Wildly Important Goal to raise proficiency by 4%, reporting midyear gains in several diagnostic measures and new tracking of intervention lesson delivery and effectiveness.
Mount Rainier, Prince George's County, Maryland
The City of Mount Rainier presented seven $3,000 youth scholarships at its Dec. 17 legislative meeting; recipients described the awards as helping them continue their studies and give back to the community.
Grand Island, Erie County, New York
At its Jan. 2 meeting the Town of Grand Island Zoning Board of Appeals approved variances to split 841 Williams Road into two lots and to reduce the minimum buildable lot area, restoring a previous parcel configuration that had been combined in 2010.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The Planning Board recommended changing zoning for a parcel on Rosemary Way from RC‑2 to R‑5 to keep the lot size conforming and to advance the RC‑2 phase‑out in that area.
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Troy Timothy was sworn in Jan. 8 as the district's business administrator. The board and superintendent welcomed him and asked staff to support transition work as Timothy begins duties.
St. Landry Parish, Louisiana
The Administrative Finance Committee forwarded nominations for several boards and commissions but withdrew an assistant chief's nomination to the St. Landry Communications District 911 board after members raised a bylaws question about whether an assistant police chief may serve.
Toole County , Montana
At a commission meeting, Toole County commissioners approved four resolutions: appointment of chair and vice chair for 2025, the 2025 meeting schedule, adoption of public-participation rules of procedure, and updated travel and per diem reimbursement rates; they also confirmed commissioner appointments to boards and committees.
Tamworth Town, Carroll County, New Hampshire
The Select Board confirmed deed transfer for the Tamworth Road donation and directed staff to start Phase 2 Brownfields testing and cleanup planning with Novus Engineering and the Lakes Region Planning Commission so the town can apply for federal cleanup funding.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The commission ratified an enforcement order for unauthorized clearing and alteration of mapped wetland and buffer at 14 Plover Lane, requiring the property owner (and any contractors) to appear at the March 6 meeting to explain the work and propose remediation.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The Nantucket Conservation Commission continued a public hearing on an application by SVPF for coastal erosion work at Baxter Road after members and the public disputed how much compensatory sand is required, whether an older permit remains active, and how to define and measure public access alongshore.
Uintah School District, Uintah School District, Utah School Boards, Utah
A committee report at the Jan. 8 meeting told the Uintah School District board that projected enrollment could drop by about 260 students next year, which administrators estimate could reduce revenue by more than $1 million and will affect budget planning.
Tamworth Town, Carroll County, New Hampshire
The Select Board recorded motions and roll-call approvals on grant amendments, an emergency award, budget encumbrances, an abatement and payroll; the board also set the 2025 COLA effective the first pay period for eligible employees.
St. Landry Parish, Louisiana
Leaders of Opelousas Life Church told the St. Landry Parish Administrative Finance Committee they were barred from their sanctuary after a December 2024 sale and alleged an armed man entered the building; parish counsel said the council could not act at the meeting and the sheriff's office had characterized the matter as civil.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
After extensive public comment focused on noise and neighborhood impacts, the Planning Board voted to take no action on the pickleball prohibition article and asked staff to draft a brief explanation of the board’s work and next steps for the warrant.
Smithfield, School Districts, Rhode Island
Summary of formal actions taken by the Smithfield School Committee during its Jan. 2 meeting, including approvals and appointments.
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At its Jan. 8 meeting in Naples, the Uintah School District Board of Education approved Policy 007.0230 (bullying and hazing) on second reading, authorized the sale of a 1.03-acre lot to Mazer Water District for $77,902.50, approved personnel changes and adopted the consent calendar; all motions passed unanimously.
Bossier City Agendas, Bossier Parish, Louisiana
At the meeting the council approved multiple ordinances and resolutions, including ARPA appropriations for water projects, annexation of about 6.459 acres in South Bossier, conditional-use alcohol approvals for two hotels and a casino, and a resolution recognizing former President Jimmy Carter.
Tamworth Town, Carroll County, New Hampshire
Tamworth’s police chief described recent purchases of radar signs and a traffic counter and asked the board to approve an amendment to grant 25-181 from the New Hampshire Office of Highway Safety so the department can buy e-ticket printers; the board approved the amendment by roll call vote.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The Nantucket Conservation Commission debated on Feb. 6 whether proposed quarter-roll beach-protection systems at 72 and 78 Pacoima Road should be classified as coastal engineering structures under local rules, then closed the hearings and directed staff to prepare permit drafts for multiple outcomes.
Smithfield, School Districts, Rhode Island
Members and administrators emphasized bathroom renovations, potential locker room work, camera/server upgrades and wireless access points as capital priorities ahead of further budget planning.
Tamworth Town, Carroll County, New Hampshire
The new executive director and TCNA board members defended core nursing services and a multiyear funding model; select board members urged a more robust business plan and alternatives to relying on town operating support.
Pueblo County, Colorado
At the Jan. 2 Pueblo County work session the county manager outlined follow-up steps to revisit select budget line items and commissioners agreed staff would prepare priority analyses for the incoming schedule; the board also approved payment of a $950 invoice for a nonprofit solar project and voted to enter an executive session to receive legal
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
After discussing public comments and the master plan context, the Planning Board voted to take no action on a cottage‑community bylaw amendment and on proposed open‑space parcel zoning placements so staff can revisit the proposals with Land Bank and other stakeholders.
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At a Jan. 8 Clark County School District work session, trustees chose Irene Bustamante Adams as board president after a runoff, elected Brenda Zamora vice president and Tamika Henry clerk. The votes followed public comment and nominations from trustees.
Smithfield, School Districts, Rhode Island
The Smithfield School Committee held a first reading of proposed policy EEPH to reduce default public comment time from five to three minutes at the chair's discretion; members discussed Open Meetings Act limits on dialogue.
Bossier City Agendas, Bossier Parish, Louisiana
The council adopted an ordinance amending Section 94-76 to adjust sanitation rates. Administration said a 2% increase would cover costs and equate to roughly $0.25–$0.30 per household; some councilmembers expressed concern about impacts on elderly and fixed-income residents. Councilmember Darby voted against the ordinance.
Tamworth Town, Carroll County, New Hampshire
Two regional nonprofits described services for Tamworth residents and answered select board questions about funding formulas, service access and operational changes since COVID-19.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The board recommended multiple zoning changes to align Nantucket’s accessory dwelling unit (ADU) rules with recent state regulations, and approved a temporary moratorium on tertiary dwellings through Dec. 31 while staff and town counsel resolve conflicts between ADUs and local covenants.
North St. Paul City, Ramsey County, Minnesota
Jason Orby, the city council liaison, told the Planning Commission on Jan. 2 that occupancy at the new apartment building exceeded 40% as of late November and that the developer’s live-work units have so far been rented as residences rather than businesses.
Smithfield, School Districts, Rhode Island
The committee authorized release of a request for qualifications for an architect for Stage 2 and emergency projects at Smithfield High School, appointed two school committee members to the required building committee and named Ms. Pafford to the RFQ evaluation committee.
Pueblo County, Colorado
Marijuana operators told the Pueblo County Board of County Commissioners on Jan. 2 that proposed licensing-code fee increases and other changes would worsen severe cash-flow problems and urged a pause and broader stakeholder talks.
Glocester, Providence County, Rhode Island
At its Jan. 2 organizational meeting, the Glocester Town Council unanimously elected Councilor Will Worthy as council president and Councilor Walt Steer as vice president and then adjourned.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The Nantucket Planning Board voted to recommend Article 82, a warrant article to accept the Massachusetts seasonal communities designation, while members asked staff and town counsel to prepare clear explanatory guidance for voters and the public.
North St. Paul City, Ramsey County, Minnesota
At the Jan. 2 meeting the Planning Commission adopted the meeting agenda, approved the Dec. 5 minutes and elected chair and vice chair for one-year terms as required by city code; votes were taken by voice with no recorded opposition.
Smithfield, School Districts, Rhode Island
The committee approved a part-time facilities manager job description to centralize scheduling and coordination of school spaces; members discussed hours, pay and a trial period.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The Select Board unanimously approved minutes and warrants, accepted a $50 gift for the Saltmarsh Senior Center, and approved a street name request to name a new roadway Jones Way.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The superintendent reported no enrollment change (1,728 students), presented academic awards to three seniors, and said district staff have reviewed guidance from the Massachusetts Attorney General, DESE and statewide superintendent associations on recent executive orders affecting immigrant and LGBTQ student protections.
Pueblo County, Colorado
Victoria Markinson, representing the Women’s Suffrage Centennial Group, asked the Pueblo County Board of County Commissioners on Jan. 2 to name the county elections office after Carrie Clyde Holly and to display a paid portrait and related memorabilia in a public area.
North St. Paul City, Ramsey County, Minnesota
At its Jan. 2 meeting, the North Saint Paul Planning Commission heard a staff report on the city’s Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), discussed the plan’s relationship to the comprehensive plan and scheduling for budget review, and asked staff to circulate the Wold building assessment and bring a targeted review in May for 2026 items.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
Public commenters expressed frustration with delays in the African Meeting House working group process, questioned conflict-of-interest checks for appointees and asked for timely meetings and transparency after nearly a year since the town vote.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
At the Feb. 4 meeting the Nantucket School Committee approved several donations and intra-district transfers and accepted minutes for Jan. 7 and Jan. 21; all items were approved by voice vote with no roll-call tallies recorded in the transcript.
Pueblo County, Colorado
The Pueblo County Board of County Commissioners approved an extension allowing the Beulah Water Works District to complete a pipe replacement project using American Rescue Plan Act funds and adopted two consent resolutions, all by unanimous voice vote.
Smithfield, School Districts, Rhode Island
The Smithfield School Committee voted to approve an addendum to the paraprofessional secretaries (SATAC) contract to allow emergency leave procedures; the agreement passed by voice vote.
St. Louis City, St. Louis County, Missouri
The committee approved the December 11, 2024 minutes and recommended do-pass or passed committee action on multiple board bills related to traffic controls, speed humps and minor corrections.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
A public commenter said a draft environmental assessment for an offshore seabed drilling project released March 11 omits South Shore tourism and warned that drill cuttings and dispersed fines could reach island beaches; she asked whether beaches could be closed.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
School principals reported no substantiated bullying at the elementary and intermediate schools but said the high school has three documented and investigated bullying incidents this year; other peer conflicts were investigated but did not meet the district's bullying criteria.
Lawrence, Douglas County, Kansas
The Board of Zoning Appeals voted 3‑2 to deny a variance to reduce the off‑street parking requirement for a proposed 250‑unit multi‑dwelling affordable housing project at 31100 Michigan Street. Staff also recommended denial but staff and applicants discussed an administrative path via the planning director and upcoming code changes.
Flathead County, Montana
Flathead County approved an employment agreement for Kathleen Rosenthal to fill a 0.5 FTE nurse practitioner position in the county family planning clinic; the position is vacant and not a new FTE.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
A resident asked the Select Board to publicly release specific short‑term rental program data so voters can review facts ahead of the May 3 annual town meeting; several other residents asked for clearer definitions of residency and primary vs. accessory use.
Lawrence, Douglas County, Kansas
The Board of Zoning Appeals denied two variance requests from Chick‑fil‑A at 2735 S. Iowa Street: a front building setback reduction and a reduction of the parking-area landscape buffer. The board found the applicant had not shown the unique hardship or code intent exception required for variances.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
District finance staff reported a $1.825 million increase in expenses for the year, driven largely by contractual obligations; the school lunch program is operating at a deficit of about $55,000 and reimbursements of $4.48 per lunch and $2.37 per breakfast were cited as insufficient to cover costs.
Flathead County, Montana
Commissioners adopted Resolution 2626 supporting the City of Kalispell’s reapplication for a RAISE grant to fund a bypass from U.S. 93 to Airport Road, citing a multi-jurisdictional partnership.
St. Louis City, St. Louis County, Missouri
The committee recommended approval of Board Bill 144 to accept a state MoDOT highway safety grant to fund driver education services for city high-school students; presenters said the program expanded after successful first-year participation.
Flathead County, Montana
County commissioners approved a letter of support for the Lakeside County Water and Sewer District’s Montana DEQ groundwater pollution control system permit application; the DEQ comment period was extended to Feb. 10.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The Select Board unanimously approved the town’s purchase and sale agreement to buy a three-bedroom home at 9 Goldfinch Drive to be used for municipal employee housing; board members described the purchase as a strategic investment in workforce stability.
St. Louis City, St. Louis County, Missouri
The Public Infrastructure and Utilities Committee recommended passage of Board Bill 149 to add two-way stop controls and pedestrian improvements at the Hodiamont Avenue crossing of the former Hodiamont tracks as part of the Hodiamont Greenway project.
Fargo , Cass County, North Dakota
City of Fargo inspections staff reviewed proposed 2024 International Building Code and International Residential Code changes and recommended a package of local amendments and deletions; staff did not vote to adopt the codes during the meeting.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
An unnamed school nurse told the Nantucket School Committee that the number of medically fragile students and current nursing coverage at the middle and high schools creates safety concerns; she urged adding at least a part-time RN or aide and said some medications may legally require a registered nurse.
Richland County, South Carolina
At a special organizational meeting, Richland County Council unanimously approved its 2025 leadership, re-electing Jessica Mackie as chair and retaining Derek Pew as vice chair, approved the agenda, and selected seating under council rules.
Tredyffrin-Easttown SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The Tredyffrin‑Easttown facilities committee reported on Dec. 10 construction plans that call for HVAC and interior/exterior renovations at multiple schools starting June 19, 2025, an athletic‑fields project with contractors issued notices to proceed and interior demolition begun at the new elementary school.
Flathead County, Montana
At the Jan. 2 reorganization meeting, commissioners elected Pam Holmquist chair and Brad Abel vice chair and voted to maintain existing commissioner appointments to outside boards.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
Sewer Department and new Stormwater Division staff presented a strategic plan, proposed stormwater regulations to create an enterprise fund, a sampling program for harbor outfalls, and several capital and staffing requests including a $1.7 million supplemental for Airport Road pump station.
Fargo , Cass County, North Dakota
Suzanne Sensky reported that Melody Stabner led an Indian Education Program event at Discovery Middle School featuring prizes and games for children and families.
Hardeeville, Jasper County, South Carolina
The City Council took several routine organizational votes on Jan. 2, including election of mayor pro tem, approval of the agenda, approval of minutes for Dec. 12, 2024, and adoption of the regular meeting dates for 2025.
Hardeeville, Jasper County, South Carolina
On Jan. 2 the Hardeeville City Council appointed Prena Mains to a two‑year term as city attorney and administered the oath of office; the appointment was made to align with the city code requirement for election of officers.
Montcalm County, Michigan
Montcalm County commissioners elected Pat Carr as chair, selected a vice chair after repeated roll-call rounds, approved 2025 meeting dates and multiple committee appointments, adopted updated bylaws and formed an ad hoc hiring committee.
Jamestown, Newport County, Rhode Island
Councilors used a Jan. 7 workshop to present individual priorities and to compare lists. Recurring themes were water sustainability, generational infrastructure investment, Fort Getty improvements, housing and senior services. Town staff provided a project inventory the council said should inform a short list of prioritized goals.
Tredyffrin-Easttown SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The Tredyffrin‑Easttown School District board voted 8‑0 Jan. 2 to authorize the administration to display the 2025‑26 preliminary budget, publish required public notice and pursue referendum (Act 1) exceptions with the Pennsylvania Department of Education by Feb. 27, 2025.
Fargo , Cass County, North Dakota
Brandon Beatty, executive director of the Indigenous Association, told the Native American Commission the group hosted a New Year's event with about 70–80 attendees and will resume weekly open craft nights with 17 sewing machines available.
Lexington, Lexington County, South Carolina
Planning staff told the Board of Zoning Appeals the Planning Commission recommended redefining "wall sign" to include interior glass signage visible from the roadway; staff will present the proposal to town council Jan. 21 with a potential first reading in February and final action in March.
Jackson County, Michigan
During public comment at the Jackson County Board's Jan. 2 meeting, resident Vincent Kogo said a county brush-hog operator injured a manicured tree on his property, said there had been no prior notice and asked the board to request Jackson County Department of Transportation policies on roadside trimming.
Jamestown, Newport County, Rhode Island
At a Jan. 7 workshop, Jamestown Town Councilors and staff debated formalizing rules for public comment, including sign‑up deadlines, a possible 10‑minute limit for scheduled presentations, a sign‑in sheet for open forum and a policy to begin open forum at the start of meetings and continue it at the end when needed. No formal votes were taken.
Fargo , Cass County, North Dakota
At its Jan. 2 meeting the Fargo Native American Commission approved the agenda and Nov. 7 minutes and appointed Dale Sayers as vice chair through December 2026.
Central, East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana
The Central Board of Adjustment on an application identified as BOA21-24 approved two variances and denied a third for a proposed dance-studio building at 12362 Hooper Road.
Jackson County, Michigan
At its Jan. 2 organizational meeting, the Jackson County Board of Commissioners elected Commissioner James Shotwell chair, named Corey Kennedy vice chair, confirmed a slate of board and committee appointments and adopted board rule and policy changes after votes on the attorney list and other items.
Lexington, Lexington County, South Carolina
The Town of Lexington Board of Zoning Appeals approved Variance 252-0251 to allow a replacement carport at 0 feet from the property line, waiving the town's five-foot setback requirement. The applicant, Michael Jack, said the original carport was destroyed during Hurricane Helene.
Summerset, Meade County, South Dakota
The city instructed its attorney to send certified notice to an off‑site bulk sewer customer about a possible rate increase and directed staff to draft a bulk-user ordinance requiring maintenance and stiffer enforcement for sewer overflows.
Eastpointe City, Macomb County, Michigan
Summary of formal actions taken by the Eastpointe Planning Commission at its Jan. 2 meeting, including rezoning recommendation, site‑plan reapproval, election of officers, and items tabled for review.
Eaton County, Michigan
At an organizational meeting the Eaton County Board of Commissioners elected Commissioner Jim Mott chair for 2025–2026, named a vice chair, adopted updated rules of procedure, consolidated committee structures, set meeting dates and approved two routine county resolutions.
North Port, Sarasota County, Florida
At the Jan. 2 meeting a brief exchange stressed that plastic grocery bags should not be placed in blue-lid curbside recycling containers and directed residents to the city solid waste web page for guidance.
Gardner City, Johnson County, Kansas
Commission staff reported December 2024 and fourth‑quarter reliability metrics showing targets mostly met, with sewer and water repairs down from 2023; a maintenance building project also began construction.
Eastpointe City, Macomb County, Michigan
Planning staff presented proposed zoning ordinance amendments to clarify event‑space definitions, nonconforming sign rules, window‑sign calculations, pole‑sign setbacks and painted wall signs; commissioners requested further drafting and review before formal proposal.
Gardner City, Johnson County, Kansas
The Gardner City Utilities Advisory Commission reviewed staff analysis of extending a power purchase agreement with the Grand River Dam Authority and voted to postpone a recommendation to city council to allow commissioners more time to examine costs and capacity options.
Summerset, Meade County, South Dakota
City staff presented updates to the city fee schedule (Resolution 2025-04), proposing modest inspection-fee increases, a two-tier preliminary-plat fee proposal, a residential solid-waste rate increase and clarifications to illegal-dumping penalties.
North Port, Sarasota County, Florida
At its Jan. 2 meeting the North Port City Commission proclaimed Jan. 19–25, 2025 as National Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist (CRNA) Week, recognized two park and recreation staff for national certification, and introduced 15 new municipal employees.
Weber County Commission, Weber County Commission and Boards, Weber County, Utah
County staff explained the state code process for filling the assessor vacancy and identified Dede Kimber as the temporary manager; commissioners expressed confidence and tabled several trustee appointment resolutions to allow further vetting.
Summerset, Meade County, South Dakota
The commission approved the final plat for Lots 4 and 5 (Norman property) and unanimously accepted a voluntary annexation petition; both items had unanimous planning-and-zoning recommendations and will move to zoning hearings and final mapping changes.
Eastpointe City, Macomb County, Michigan
The commission reapproved a revised site plan for two modular quadplexes at 21704 and 21718 Kelly Road after the developer revised siding materials, parking and parcel combination to meet previously imposed conditions.
Wilmington City Council, Wilmington, Clinton County, Ohio
At its first 2025 meeting the Wilmington City Council excused two absent members, approved the agenda and minutes, voted 5-0 to move Ordinance O24-70 to second reading and took first-reading action on Ordinance O25-01 (classification and salary ranges).
Pensacola, Escambia County, Florida
Board members discussed the city's strategic plan and an imminent land development code (LDC) rewrite, urged greater EAB engagement in the process, debated monthly vs. bimonthly meetings, and proposed small pilot projects (temporary bike lanes, naturalistic-yard code changes) to produce tangible outcomes.
Weber County Commission, Weber County Commission and Boards, Weber County, Utah
The commission voted by roll call to make Commissioner Sharon Bolos chair and Commissioner Gage Froer vice chair for the 2025 term; commissioners spoke in support and took a formal roll-call vote.
Summerset, Meade County, South Dakota
City staff presented a plan to adopt an ESRI/ArcGIS-based asset-management system, with a federal grant covering year-one setup; commissioners tabled final approval until the Jan. 16 meeting for follow-up on contract terms and storage costs.
Eastpointe City, Macomb County, Michigan
The Eastpointe Planning Commission voted to recommend rezoning a small parcel at 17020 East 10 Mile Road from MU-1 (neighborhood mixed use) to LI (light industrial) to allow consideration of a wireless communications facility; the recommendation goes to city council.
Wilmington City Council, Wilmington, Clinton County, Ohio
Mayor Haley delivered a State of the City at the first 2025 Wilmington City Council meeting, citing new private partnerships, rising downtown activity, an announced hospital project and monthly transit ridership of 8,000–10,000 passengers.
Vernon Township School District, School Districts, New Jersey
Board members discussed moving from a workshop/committee-of-the-whole model to standing committees, weighing workload, transparency and timing. Members agreed to explore a phased transition, target May/June after budget season, and to finalize committee assignments at a later meeting.
Pensacola, Escambia County, Florida
Board members discussed an add-on item asking whether tree-planting trust funds may be used to pay for landscape design along a Sun Trail section of Bayfront Parkway. Legal staff is reviewing whether design is an eligible use; no formal action was taken.
Warren County, Iowa
A Warren County resident told supervisors the county has not enforced ordinances at a nearby nuisance property for more than a year; board members said they are monitoring state legislation that could affect enforcement, noted a $50,000 set‑aside in the budget for nuisance properties and promised an evening meeting to discuss next steps.
Weber County Commission, Weber County Commission and Boards, Weber County, Utah
At its Jan. 7 meeting the Weber County Commission approved consent warrants and purchase orders, more than a dozen contracts for the 2025 Weber County Fair and several facility and service contracts for the new Child Justice Center and county programs; some trustee appointments were tabled.
Trenton City Council, Trenton, Butler County, Ohio
City Manager Nichols reported a new fund created by the Builders Town Community Foundation for residents, follow-up on America 250 Ohio, and progress on the Veteran Memorial including planned changes and a retainer agreement over $30,000 that will come before council.
Vernon Township School District, School Districts, New Jersey
At its 2025 reorganization meeting the Vernon Township Board of Education elected Jennifer Pellet as president and Charles (Charlie) Semaglia as vice president, swore in new members and approved yearly housekeeping items including meeting dates, bank depositories, designated warrant signer and readoption of current bylaws and policies.
Pensacola, Escambia County, Florida
The Environmental Advisory Board reviewed a contractor bid and recommended that the City Council approve a request to spend $128,837.25 from the tree-planting trust fund to remove dead trees, redo irrigation and replant the City Hall parking lot; the board voted unanimously to forward the request to council.
Trenton City Council, Trenton, Butler County, Ohio
A zoning map amendment to change property from R-2 (medium-density single-family) to a planned unit development/mixed-use was referred to the Planning Commission and a public hearing was scheduled for Feb. 20, 2025.
Umatilla County, Oregon
The board approved a state homeland security grant to buy a multi-passenger utility vehicle, authorized a county match payment to ODOT for a bridge replacement, renewed employee commute authorizations, appointed two fair board members, backed a judicial expansion request and approved a cost-share for an Oregon Solutions facilitation process.
Walton County, Florida
After multiple prior hearings and additional submittal materials, the board approved a minor development application for 28 townhomes and a small commercial component north of Highway 98 and Old Blue Mountain Road, subject to standard permitting and platting requirements.
Warren County, Iowa
At its April 15 meeting, the Warren County Board of Supervisors voted to move county electrical billing to a demand rate with Indianola Municipal Utilities, approved a five-year secondary roads construction program, authorized several personnel backfills and adopted a state retirement-account agreement and county isolation-and-quarantine policy.
Umatilla County, Oregon
At a second reading during the meeting, the Umatilla County Board of Commissioners adopted Ordinance No. 2024-11, raising the county's formal procurement threshold to $25,000 and adjusting informal-quote guidance for smaller purchases; no public comment was received.
Palm Bay, Brevard County, Florida
After a lengthy public-comment period and staff briefing, the council voted 5-0 to continue not adding fluoride to the city’s drinking water and directed staff to use the partly upgraded fluoridation infrastructure for liquid ammonia (for disinfection chemistry) if needed.
Trenton City Council, Trenton, Butler County, Ohio
At its Jan. 2 regular meeting, the Trenton City Council swore in Marcy Butts and Thomas Keane to the CIC, approved prior meeting minutes and a slate of appointments, and voted to excuse Councilman Nichols from the session.
Norwalk City, Fairfield, Connecticut
The Special Police Commission voted unanimously on Jan. 2 to appoint Keshawn McDowell as a probationary officer for the City of Norwalk Police Department, effective Jan. 9, 2025, after an executive session and brief public confirmation.
Walton County, Florida
The Design Review Board approved a building sign and a monument sign for the Sims Lohman project on Highway 98, adding a condition that the monument base use white textured stucco to match the building.
Chelsea Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
The committee made a motion to adopt the Chelsea School Committee rules of 2020 for 2025 and designated four standing subcommittees; members were asked to submit ranked preferences for assignments by Jan. 6.
Olean, Cattaraugus County, New York
Mayor Alio delivered a State of the City address highlighting public-safety efforts, neighborhood revitalization grants and planned infrastructure projects, while the Common Council voted to make Alderman John Crawford council president.
Walton County, Florida
The board continued consideration of a monument sign at Saltaire Boulevard to Feb. 6 after staff and board members identified missing 911 address confirmation and uncertain letter-height scaling in submitted materials.
Orange County, Virginia
Commissioners reviewed status updates on current planning projects and debated whether to create a new rural service district or revise existing R-1/C-1 districts; staff and committees were given deadlines to submit draft language for reviewer comments.
Palm Bay, Brevard County, Florida
Council discussed site-readiness, tax abatements and marketing to recruit industry, and signaled support for incentive tools while deferring new full-time economic development hires until a new city manager is in place.
Town of Rutland, Rutland County, Vermont
The GoodRiches have decided not to file a mylar to finalize their subdivision approval; planning staff told commissioners the approval will expire and no changes will occur as a result of the withdrawal.
Orange County, Virginia
At an organizational meeting, the Orange County Planning Commission elected a chairman, vice chairman and secretary, adopted a regular meeting schedule, approved the agenda and minutes, and closed public comment.
Palm Bay, Brevard County, Florida
Council approved the final construction-phase engineering amendment for the south regional water reclamation facility, increasing engineering services to about $3.6 million (roughly 10% of the $36 million SRF loan) as the project approaches substantial completion.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
After extensive public comment from nearby homeowners and conservation members, the Historic District Commission held the application for a large new house at 3 Pops Lane for further revisions and requested site sections, grading details, and reduced fenestration facing the creeks.
Walton County, Florida
The Walton County Design Review Board approved a building sign for the TownePlace Suites by Marriott on Scenic Gulf Drive after staff entered the application into the record and no public comment was offered.
Town of Rutland, Rutland County, Vermont
Commissioners reviewed sections 1–5 of a proposed river corridor ordinance, requested that definitions and abbreviations be moved forward in the document, sought clearer guidance on the administrative officer's role and the Board of Adjustment composition, and scheduled further review of remaining sections.
Orange Park, Clay County, Florida
Two procedural motions were recorded: approving minutes from Nov. 7, 2024, which passed, and adjourning the meeting, which also passed after a motion and second.
Palm Bay, Brevard County, Florida
The council approved awarding a bid for two modular temporary fire stations (stations 8 and 9) to Elite Aluminum Corporation for roughly $3.186 million, with an option to purchase and install one station immediately; staff said furnishings are included and structures can be relocated later.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
National Grid attorneys and a structural engineer told the Nantucket Historic District Commission that 10 New Wales Street is structurally unsafe and likely requires demolition. The commission voted to hold its minimum-maintenance review pending receipt of a formal demolition application and an opinion from town counsel.
Kern County, California
On Jan. 7 the board approved the consent agenda and unanimously adopted several resolutions and proclamations, including a resolution honoring outgoing 2024 chairman David Couch and a retirement proclamation for Gerardo Carmona.
Palm Bay, Brevard County, Florida
Council approved moving forward with the transfer of retired K-9 Zeke to his former handler, with officer offering to pay $11,000; members discussed a city fundraising option and payment plans.
Town of Rutland, Rutland County, Vermont
Town staff said the federal park grant administered through Forest Parks and Recreation advanced past the preliminary stage and the town was invited to submit a full application; commissioners discussed flood‑hazard risks, maintenance commitments, removal of a planned kayak launch and the current budget and match figures.
Orange Park, Clay County, Florida
Committee members revisited the committee vision and mission and discussed next steps for the Haskell town-square concept. Members proposed additional research into zoning overlays, business improvement districts and other implementation tools and agreed to prepare a report and recommendation to the Town Council in time for budget planning.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
After interviewing two finalists on Jan. 14, the Nantucket Memorial Airport Commission voted unanimously to extend an offer to Warren Smith for the airport manager position; the commission planned to move to executive session to negotiate terms.
Kern County, California
The Kern County Board of Supervisors approved the consent agenda, temporarily sat as the Ford City Taft Heights Sanitation District to approve one consent item, and adjourned scheduling its next regular meeting for Jan. 14, 2025.
Lane County, Oregon
At its Jan. 7 meeting the Lane County Board of Commissioners elected David Lowall as chair in a 3-2 vote and selected Commissioner Seneca as vice chair in a subsequent unanimous vote.
Orange Park, Clay County, Florida
The committee discussed a proposed Unified Planning Work Program (UPWP) submittal to the regional Transportation Planning Organization (TPO) to model temporary street closures and evaluate impacts on pedestrian and bicycle circulation in the town center area; selection decisions expected around June.
Palm Bay, Brevard County, Florida
The Palm Bay City Council approved a subscription with CERA, an opt-in safety app for schools and first responders, after staff and the police chief addressed security and privacy questions from council and public commenters.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The airport commission approved three contract items on Jan. 14: a $78,337.60 change order with Pearl Company, a roughly $1.3 million contract for runway centerline rehabilitation, and an amended PFAS task order with Weston that raises the not‑to‑exceed total to $582,661.72.
Orange Park, Clay County, Florida
Staff reported a QR-code and printed materials to promote Orange Park's annual business guide hosted by Clay Today. Committee members supported distributing business-card QR codes and placards to hotels and local businesses and proposed including the QR in a town utility mailer and annual QR resets tied to guide updates.
Kern County, California
The board proclaimed January 2025 Human Trafficking Awareness Month in Kern County; law‑enforcement, health‑care and nonprofit partners described coordinated prevention, victim‑identification and support efforts, including a new Kern Medical task force initiative.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The airport's capital program committee recommended funding for several airport projects — including a new ARFF truck and a noise barrier — but declined to recommend the ARC station repair and an employee housing townhouse for the upcoming annual town meeting, airport staff said Jan. 14.
Sugar Land, Fort Bend County, Texas
City staff reported outreach at the Plug and Play innovation summit, several media pickups for a summit announcement, and new Sales and Events Manager Alyssa Abdullah's work securing group visits and convention bookings.
St. Petersburg, Pinellas County, Florida
City Council held its 2025 swearing‑in ceremony Jan. 2, where newly elected and reelected members took the oath of office, outgoing council member John Muhammad delivered farewell remarks and the council voted unanimously to declare its chair and vice chair elections.
Orange Park, Clay County, Florida
At the January meeting of the Town of Orange Park Economic & Community Development Committee, interim town manager William Whitson gave a detailed overview of Community Redevelopment Areas (CRAs) and how tax-increment financing (TIF) can be used to fund long-term redevelopment.
Kern County, California
Sierra Club and CSUB speakers highlighted maintenance and safety problems at Kern County parks, including riverbank erosion at Hart Park, and urged a new approach; county staff said an app and signs are being deployed to improve reporting and response.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The Select Board approved a letter of support for Massachusetts legislation (H.91 / S.41 as amended in committee) that would require streaming‑only providers to contribute a surcharge to fund public, educational and governmental (PEG) media, aligning streaming services with legacy cable franchise fee obligations.
Sugar Land, Fort Bend County, Texas
City staff recommended and the workshop approved a $120,000 contract with Lou Hammond Group to provide public relations services focused on tourism and business development; the contract scope excludes advertising and digital marketing and staff requested a $40,000 allocation split across hotel-related funds.
Kern County, California
Kern County approved a consent extension allowing the registrar to draw down remaining HAVA funds for voting‑system upgrades; the registrar outlined a 2025 procurement timeline while public speakers urged transparency on past voter‑roll removals.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The commission approved repair work to an historic brick wall and conversion of an attached shed to a cottage at 75 Main Street after the applicant provided a 3‑D scan and a mason's remediation plan. The HDC also approved rooftop solar on the main house with the roof to be black and four panels repositioned below an existing skylight.
Kern County, California
A long-serving veterans service volunteer, Larry Walker, told the Kern County Board of Supervisors he was removed from a county clinic after a complaint he says was false; board members and other veterans urged the county to review the matter and meet with employment counsel.
Centre County, Pennsylvania
Summary of motions and voice‑vote outcomes from the Centre County Board of Commissioners meeting on Jan. 7, 2025.
Lane County, Oregon
County Administrator reported the EPA resiliency grant agreement for about $19.56 million is finalized and funds become accessible Jan. 10; he also announced Elections Director Dina Dawson will leave Jan. 17 to join the state elections office.
Warren County, Iowa
At its Jan. 7 meeting the Warren County Board of Supervisors approved a consent agenda of personnel and licensing items, accepted claims totaling $238,334.98 and authorized several administrative actions, while hearing public comments about cemetery funding and unpermitted buildings.
Lane County, Oregon
Health & Human Services will hire a nurse case manager, two peers and a part-time office assistant to deliver transition-of-care services inside the county jail under a HRSA grant; the program is limited to post-sentencing individuals until Medicaid changes expand coverage.
Lane County, Oregon
The board approved a local public health waiver under ORS 430.590 to allow Oregon Recovery and Treatment Centers LLC to operate a methadone clinic at 990 Garfield Street; staff said the separation distance in question is about 950 feet as the crow flies from a childcare property line.
Lane County, Oregon
The board approved a $350,000 contract with St. Vincent de Paul of Lane County for appliance recycling services and later approved a $90,000 amendment to close out processing related to mattress recycling; Commissioner Buck recused on both items.