What happened on Friday, 03 January 2025
Oneonta, Otsego, New York
Two bids for exterior roof-access stairs came in higher than expected; staff recommended rejecting the bids and instead purchasing a motorized davit crane to access the roof and lift equipment, with the crane requiring design attachment to roof structure; transcript records discussion of rejecting bids but no formal vote in excerpt.
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New act allows survivors to opt out of health insurer billing for forensic services
Carroll County, Georgia
The 9-1-1 users board recommended hiring Mission Critical Partners to perform a 90-day assessment of the county��������CAD system for $44,000; commissioners agreed to place the contract on the Jan. 7 consent agenda.
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Bill allows easier transfer of property from decedents to successors effective May 2025
North Penn SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The finance committee voted to place recommended 2025–26 tuition and summer camp fee changes for the district's Extended School Care program on the Jan. 23 action agenda, including a proposed 4.2% increase in school-year tuition and camp rates.
Oneonta, Otsego, New York
Council members questioned whether to accept the standard parliamentary procedures manual as boilerplate and asked for training options; the item was moved from consent to the discussion agenda for more consideration and possible training by an outside presenter.
Berkeley County, West Virginia
The Berkeley County Commission entered executive session for legal matters and, upon return, voted to accept a settlement agreement between the commission and a journal publication.
Oneonta, Otsego, New York
City staff sought authorization for a utility easement to provide electrical service to the lower reservoir to power a sump pump and prevent valve corrosion; staff said the city will pay installation costs and asked to place the item on the consent agenda; the transcript shows discussion but no recorded vote.
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New legislation establishes first degree felony for trafficking fentanyl and related substances.
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Department requires menstrual products and clear complaint procedures in all institutional facilities.
Franklin County, Virginia
County administrator announced Moody's upgraded Franklin County's bond rating to AA1, joining Fitch and Standard & Poor's in rating the county one notch below AAA. Officials said the upgrade positions the county for more favorable borrowing and highlighted upcoming code training and community events in early January.
Berkeley County, West Virginia
After reviewing bids for grant-funded sheriff’s dive-team equipment, the commission approved the county administrator’s recommendation to accept Adorama’s $30,409.81 bid; sheriff will cover a roughly $2,000 overrun.
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H.B. 87 enacts new guidelines for emergency responses to overdose incidents in Utah.
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New Illinois policy enhances inmate access to mail, facilities, and nutritional needs.
Oneonta, Otsego, New York
The Oneonta City Council moved a bundle of routine items to its consent agenda, including designating the Veil Star as the official city newspaper, annual appointments, banking depository designation, donations and authorization related to borrowing for capital projects.
Franklin County, Virginia
Franklin County's county attorney reviewed Virginia's Freedom of Information Act requirements, public-records obligations and the Conflict of Interest Act during the Jan. 2 organizational meeting, advising supervisors on remote participation, closed-meeting exemptions and records retention.
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Legislation sets severe felony charges for organized drug-related offenses in Utah.
Berkeley County, West Virginia
Will Lawrenson, fiduciary supervisor, presented 18 estates for final settlement; the commission approved all without objection after Lawrenson said no written objections had been filed as required by West Virginia law.
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Senators Hunter, Castro, and Cervantes introduce SB3993 to support affordable rental housing initiatives.
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H.B. 87 creates criminal offense for trafficking fentanyl or related substances in Utah.
Oneonta, Otsego, New York
City staff described a year-long lease at Quinn Plaza for 2025 with a 90-day termination option tied to a planned move to a new transit center in August–September; the lease rate was stated as $1,842 per month and staff said budget coverage exists, but no formal vote appears in the excerpt.
Franklin County, Virginia
The Franklin County Board of Supervisors elected Ronnie Thompson chairman and named Lori Smith vice chair at its organizational meeting Thursday, Jan. 2.
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H.B. 87 provides probation options for non-violent offenders not posing public safety risks.
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Owners can enhance homes with energy efficiency upgrades and accessibility modifications for disabilities.
City of St. Augustine Beach, St. Johns County , Florida
Mayor Dylan Rumrell said Santore Fireworks will set up on the pier for a scripted fireworks show expected to run about 20–23 minutes. A shuttle will begin at 5:30 p.m. from Anastasia Baptist Church; pier parking is limited.
Oneonta, Otsego, New York
City staff described a proposed bus-service contract with the town of Oneonta covering 2025–2027, reviewed plaza routing and annual amounts, and suggested placing the item on the consent agenda; no formal vote was recorded in the transcript.
Chattanooga City, Hamilton County, Tennessee
The Chattanooga Beer Board recorded several routine actions: approving December 19 minutes, approving a carryout-beer application for Frank’s Grocery, and rescheduling its June meeting from June 19 to June 18, 2025. The board also adjourned the session by unanimous voice vote.
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New law imposes stricter penalties for drug-related offenses committed near schools and parks.
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Owners must submit application to receive residential real property valuation reduction benefits
Berkeley County, West Virginia
At its Jan. 2 meeting the Berkeley County Commission elected Eddie Gochenour president and Steve Catlett vice president, administered the oaths of office and announced committee assignment shifts.
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Illinois General Assembly allocates funding for Western Illinois University operations in Quad Cities.
Chattanooga City, Hamilton County, Tennessee
An applicant for United Grocery Outlet spoke to the board; building approval is complete but the application remains subject to legal review and privilege-tax payment before a permit can issue.
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H.B. 87 enforces harsher sentences and prohibits probation for solicitation of minors.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
Robert Galloibois, Cape & Islands district attorney, told the board the office has launched a Child Emergency Response Team, pursued expanded human‑trafficking training, maintained a strict enforcement posture against fentanyl trafficking and secured a $1 million grant to expand an overdose‑incident database (SIMS).
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Developers must maintain 20% affordable units for 30 years in new residential projects.
Woodbridge Township School District, School Districts, New Jersey
At the Jan. 2 reorganization meeting, the Woodbridge Township Board of Education elected Daniel Harris as board president, chose Susan Borden as vice president and voted unanimously to adopt six recommendations from the communications policy and planning committee.
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H.B. 87 outlines severe penalties for firearm offenses and prohibitions on controlled substances.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The Select Board voted to schedule a July 9 public hearing on a proposed tiered sewer-rate structure that finance staff say would generate roughly $10.5 million in sewer revenue and produce a 25% increase needed to meet fiscal 2026 budget targets.
Chattanooga City, Hamilton County, Tennessee
The Chattanooga Beer Board approved a change-of-ownership application for Frank’s Grocery at 601 Tonner Boulevard after questioning applicants about prior incidents at the location and emphasizing training and license-surrender procedures.
Columbia City, Richland County, South Carolina
The Board of Zoning Appeals elected Catherine Fenner as chair and Davis Whittle as co-chair after a mailed/email nomination process and in-person ballots at the Jan. 2 meeting.
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Bill redefines zoning rules to allow homes in commercial zones across Utah municipalities
Warren County, Ohio
The Warren County Board of Commissioners approved a series of organizational resolutions in a short, procedural session that established leadership, a 2025 meeting schedule and representatives to regional boards.
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Western Illinois University receives $7.2 million funding for Quad Cities Innovation Campus operations.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
Nantucket County Commissioners unanimously selected alignment options 3 (east segment) and b (south segment) for the Tom Nevers Road multiuse path, following public comment and recommendations from advisory bodies. The choice follows funding approved at the recent annual town meeting; easements and final design remain to be secured.
Brown County, South Dakota
The meeting included a notice of a search for a new coroner and thanks to a departing deputy sheriff for two years of service; these remarks were presented as announcements rather than formal actions in the provided transcript.
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Municipalities must correct compliance issues within set deadlines to avoid fines.
Columbia City, Richland County, South Carolina
The Board approved the consent agenda, which included the Dec. 5, 2024 meeting minutes and a special exception allowing an alternative parking surface at 181 Newland Drive (20240024 SE).
Senate, Northern Mariana Legislative Sessions, Northern Mariana Islands
During its Jan. 3, 2025 session the Senate adopted Senate Resolution 23-34 honoring retired U.S. Army Lt. Col. Edward C. Camacho, withdrew House Bill 23-93 HD1 to committee, and voted to file all pending local bills and measures; House Bill 23-120 HD1 SS1 passed as amended (7–1).
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Counties must pay escalating fees for failing to submit required housing reports on time.
Brown County, South Dakota
A resident told the Brown County meeting about outreach and an upcoming meeting and urged attention to a proposed CO2 pipeline route; remarks were made during public comment and there was no formal county action in the transcript.
City of Bandera, Bandera County, Texas
City Administrator Stan told the City of Bandera City Council that a series of written reprimands, a July 2024 performance-improvement plan (PIP) and a December 23, 2024 final assessment show “a pattern … of insubordination” by Nancy, the City Marshal, and recommended “immediate removal from office due to lack of confidence.”
Columbia City, Richland County, South Carolina
The Board of Zoning Appeals denied a request to establish a liquor store at 1701 Rosewood Drive, citing concerns about a concentration of similar uses and neighborhood opposition; the applicant was not present for the hearing.
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Specified counties must cure report deficiencies within 90 days or appeal within 10 days.
Brown County, South Dakota
County staff reviewed bids and post-expenditure figures for fairground and drainage work, noted a small contribution from Centia Village and discussed next steps; no formal vote was recorded in the transcript.
Rutherford, Bergen County, New Jersey
At a brief Jan. 3 final meeting, the Rutherford Mayor and Council approved a set of consent resolutions by roll call and voted to adjourn. No members of the public spoke during the hearing of citizens.
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Specified municipalities must adhere to reporting standards to qualify for funding prioritization.
Senate, Northern Mariana Legislative Sessions, Northern Mariana Islands
On Jan. 3, 2025, the Senate passed House Bill 23-120 HD1 SS1 as amended, imposing a 3% surtax on gross revenues from nonresidential construction projects costing $350,000 or more and changing how revenue is apportioned among senatorial districts. The measure passed the Senate by a 7–1 vote.
Columbia City, Richland County, South Carolina
The City of Columbia Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance allowing a new commercial site on Spears Creek Church Road to forgo a sidewalk that would be removed later for a state road widening project, after the applicant and board members said the sidewalk would have connected to no adjacent sidewalks.
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New policies mandate transcript fee waivers for eligible homeless students at higher education institutions.
Fulton County, Georgia
Bob Ellis was sworn in as a Fulton County commissioner in a short ceremony featuring a prayer by the county chaplain and an oath administered by Judge Jean Barwick. Ellis thanked family, staff and colleagues and named a new chief of staff.
Englewood Public School District, School Districts, New Jersey
At its Jan. 2 organizational meeting, the Englewood Board of Education swore in four newly elected members and, after multiple ballots for president, elected Bill Feinstein president and Ronique Hicks vice president. The board also approved an amended annual meeting schedule as part of its consent agenda.
Rutherford, Bergen County, New Jersey
At its Jan. 3 reorganization meeting, the Rutherford Borough Council sworn in John Erico, elected Stephanie McGowan council president, adopted the 2025 bylaws and approved committee and board assignments; several routine items were approved by consent.
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Technical colleges must maximize current resources prior to seeking funding for new facilities.
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Neighborhood residents credited the Utah Department of Transportation for a new pedestrian bridge that improves access for a boy with cerebral palsy and others who use the crossing.
Madison, Morris County, New Jersey
The Borough of Madison approved its consent agenda (R-1-2025 through R-39-2025). Council discussion focused briefly on Resolution R-12-2025, which sets delinquent property tax interest rates that a municipal official said mirror a state statute.
Ocean Pines, Worcester County, Maryland
Staff proposed a $2 daily fee increase for pools and modest membership hikes, and said they are pursuing a liquor permit for the Swim & Racquet Club; beach-parking revenue and membership adjustments were also discussed.
Public Health, House of Representatives, Committees, Legislative, Connecticut
A Department of Public Health convened task force heard that Connecticut schools and colleges face widespread athletic trainer shortages; members proposed block grants, loan repayment, reduced certification costs and coordinated recruitment and stakeholder education as near-term steps.
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Utah bill establishes rules for discharging firearms near residences and animal facilities.
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House Bill 94 sets strict penalties for individuals discharging firearms recklessly in Utah.
Events, Nevada
A West Tech student presented a conceptual plant, isotopica nucleophyte, intended to absorb heavy metals and radioactive contaminants from soil for later removal and processing; the presentation did not specify testing, regulatory review, or feasibility studies.
Ocean Pines, Worcester County, Maryland
Staff said a vendor selection process for the Clubhouse/Beach/Yacht food-and-beverage contract is underway and presented low/medium/high revenue scenarios for the three venues; staff expects a vendor recommendation in the coming week.
Lynchburg, Campbell County, Virginia
At an organizational meeting, Lynchburg City Council elected Councilman Larry Taylor mayor by a 4-3 written-ballot vote and selected Council member Deamer as vice mayor, 4-3; ballots were collected and read aloud by the clerk's assistant.
Madison, Morris County, New Jersey
At its Jan. 2 reorganization meeting, the Madison Borough Council administered oaths to newly seated members, nominated Rachel Ehrlich as council president and adopted bylaws and a slate of committee and mayoral appointments for 2025.
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Legislature establishes fund to support rehabilitation services for spinal cord and brain injuries
Jersey City, Hudson County, New Jersey
The Jersey City Municipal Council on Jan. 2, 2025, approved three resolutions by roll call vote: a temporary 2025 budget, acceptance of $603,339.92 from the U.S. Department of the Treasury, and authorization to discharge a mortgage on a Halliday Street property; the measures passed 8‑0 with one member absent.
Ocean Pines, Worcester County, Maryland
Fire department representatives summarized operations, volunteer hours and capital needs, including breathing apparatus and apparatus-replacement funding; the committee was reminded that the Southside station remains subject to a referendum and is not funded in this budget.
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Committee to evaluate care quality and recommend funding sources for injury support services.
Millersville University, Other State Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Pennsylvania
In a brief transcript segment, eight individuals identified themselves as Millersville University students and gave reasons for choosing the school, citing education programs, proximity to home, LGBTQ friendliness and campus feel.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
In routine business the Select Board approved May 21 treasury warrants, reappointed a constable and a registrar of voters, and heard that an RFP for the African American House investigative committee was posted.
Events, Nevada
Three principals in the Clark County School District described how growing up around educators influenced their leadership and the ways they motivate students, citing teamwork, shared values and relationship-building strategies.
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Utah creates advisory committee to oversee services for brain and spinal cord injury patients.
Eugene , Lane County, Oregon
The Eugene Police Commission subcommittee unanimously recommended that the Police Commission urge the Eugene Police Department to engage a mental-health professional and backed a policy change to require the first post-critical-incident counseling session within two weeks when possible.
Ocean Pines, Worcester County, Maryland
Chief Robinson told the committee the department has increased sworn staffing toward target levels, expects to acquire tasers via a state grant and hopes overtime costs will decline as hiring completes.
Events, Nevada
Students at West Tech described a student company, Dumb Gum, that combines food-grade diatomaceous earth and freeze-dried Lactobacillus salivarius in a three-in-one chewing gum intended to clean teeth and release an antibacterial compound when chewed.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
Rita Carr, chair of the Nantucket Historical Commission (speaking for herself), urged the Select Board not to accept recent stone repairs to the Upper Main Street war monument, arguing the replacement granite and installation were inappropriate and asking the board to reopen the insurance claim.
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Legislation establishes fund for brain injury education care access and research grant allocation.
Bluff City , Sullivan County, Tennessee
The board discussed compensation for the interim town manager, including a staff-recommended starting salary of $92,000 without benefits. Members disagreed over part-time versus full-time expectations and agreed to hold a workshop and a special meeting to resolve salary and job-description questions.
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H.B. 99 aims to strengthen regulations against mortgage fraud and consumer solicitation practices
Ocean Pines, Worcester County, Maryland
Managers reported higher green-fee and membership revenue, steady operational performance and urged consideration of accelerating planned irrigation capital to lock in prices and realize long-term savings.
Jersey City, Hudson County, New Jersey
Tenants and tenant leaders told the Jersey City Municipal Council on Jan. 2, 2025, that a December rent‑control determination for 108 Sussex Street was reversed days after it was served and that Portside Towers remains without the city‑mandated uniformed security guards and resident superintendents, and they urged the council to enforce existing ordinances.
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H.B. 99 aims to eliminate fraud and misrepresentation in mortgage lending practices.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The Select Board voted unanimously to adopt traffic-safety recommendations to remove on-street parking at multiple locations and to relocate an accessible parking space at Church Court to improve emergency vehicle access and turning radius.
El Segundo City, Los Angeles County, California
Officers from the El Segundo Police Department and members of the Kiwanis Club drove Santa Claus through neighborhoods so children could meet him and take photos, residents and a reporter said.
Baltimore County, Maryland
Deandra L. Walker announced she began serving as acting Baltimore County executive at 9 a.m., citing the Baltimore County Charter, and said she will serve until the County Council chooses who will finish the remaining two years of Johnny Olszewski’s term.
Ocean Pines, Worcester County, Maryland
Staff proposed higher boat-slip rates and new jet-ski rental revenue, and managers flagged credit-card fee treatment for marina fuel as a topic for future committee consideration.
Judge David D. Wolfe State of Tennessee, Judicial, Tennessee
In Childress v. Lege the court approved a negotiated temporary order providing therapeutic visitation in Middle Tennessee, hair-follicle testing with rapid results to the mother’s attorney, escalating visit durations, and a charge to the father for testing and inspection costs.
Hillsborough, Somerset County, New Jersey
During public comment at the Jan. 2 meeting, residents urged committee members to attend regional hearings on the state’s School Funding Reform Act, asked for earlier publication of full agendas and opposed municipal bonding as an expensive form of debt.
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H.B. 99 prohibits unlicensed acts in loan modifications and foreclosure rescue efforts.
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H.B. 95 requires corporations to report specific expenditures and bids over $100,000.
Bluff City , Sullivan County, Tennessee
The Bluff City Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved first-reading appropriation ordinances to fund repairs to a 2011 Ford F-250 used for salt spreading and to replace the gate at the public works facility. Council members cited safety and security as reasons for the expenditures and scheduled the second reading at a later special meeting.
Ocean Pines, Worcester County, Maryland
Committee reviewed a pricing plan that raises tennis, pickleball and platform-tennis fees in stages toward a single, all-sports membership over time; managers said the association remains priced below comparable area facilities.
Lansing City, Leavenworth County, Kansas
City staff reported the final Leavenworth County Fire District No. 1 meeting took place and thanked outgoing board members. The city also announced several new full-time, part-time and volunteer fire personnel onboarded.
Hillsborough, Somerset County, New Jersey
The township committee approved its organizational consent agenda including professional-service contracts and a temporary budget. A separate vote on resolution 9 — appointment of the municipal auditor — passed 4–1 after debate about prior audit concerns; Committeewoman Hand voted no.
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H.B. 97 requires detailed disclosures about services, fees, and student rights in postsecondary education.
Ocean Pines, Worcester County, Maryland
Committee members heard a general manager presentation on the proposed 2025–26 operating budget that increases contributions to reserves, preserves funding for planned capital (including golf irrigation and bulkheads) and reflects higher public-safety spending as staffing and equipment costs rise.
Hillsborough, Somerset County, New Jersey
At its Jan. 2 reorganization meeting the Hillsborough Township Committee elected John Ciccarelli as mayor and Catherine Payne as deputy mayor, administered oaths of office and heard the new mayor outline priorities including fiscal responsibility, infrastructure and open space.
Cumberland County Schools, School Districts, North Carolina
Cumberland County Schools held a choice fair at E.E. Smith High School to kick off the district's choice program application season, presenting K–12 specialty programs and drawing an estimated 700-plus families, officials said.
Kewaunee County, Wisconsin
The committee voted to approve a highway permit fee schedule recommended by the highway committee, renew pool insurance for storage tanks and position bonds, and authorize supplemental payroll release.
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H.B. 98 amends definition of recreational purpose to enhance landowner liability standards.
Judge David D. Wolfe State of Tennessee, Judicial, Tennessee
The court considered a claim that a retiree received $52,986.43 in retirement payments that should have been paid to his former spouse and urged the parties to negotiate repayment before the judge intervenes with an order.
Oak Lawn, Cook County, Illinois
At its Dec. 10 meeting the Village of Oak Lawn Board of Trustees adopted the 2025 municipal budget with no increase to the village portion of property taxes, increased pension contributions and several routine ordinances and contracts; trustees tabled a hospital reimbursement agreement for later consideration.
Richland County, Ohio
County staff said Spectrum Communications provided written assurances the county's $2 million ARPA commitment to broadband expansion will be completed by Dec. 31, 2026; commissioners also discussed asking state leaders for up to $20 million for a Route 30 broadband corridor.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The Nantucket Conservation Commission issued several routine orders, determinations and certificates of compliance at its May 8 meeting. This roundup lists each action, the outcome and any next steps.
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Local entities can now impose stricter civil penalties for underage drinking gatherings.
Cumberland County Schools, School Districts, North Carolina
Cumberland County Schools presented the 2024 Center Services Employee of the Year award to Sandra McNeil, who was praised for dedication to student assignment work and family support.
Glynn County, Georgia
The Glynn County Board of Commissioners approved nominations to the Mainland and Island Planning Commissions and voted 7-0 to enter executive session for personnel matters at its Jan. 2 meeting.
Cumberland County Schools, School Districts, North Carolina
Cumberland County Schools officials outlined changes to the district attendance policy — including a 10‑note limit for parent excuses, a five‑day deadline to submit notes and possible retention or loss of course credit after high levels of unexcused absences — citing rising chronic absenteeism (34.5%).
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The commission approved an amended order of conditions allowing the Land Bank to make ADA upgrades to parking and walkways at Long Pond Landing; commissioners treated a small boardwalk section as water-dependent and removed a waiver requirement.
Lansing City, Leavenworth County, Kansas
The Lansing Police Department was authorized to purchase a Dodge Durango patrol SUV from Main Street Chrysler for $43,771, the lowest responsive bid after staff solicited three vendors; the council approved the purchase by roll-call vote.
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S.B. 61 requires written notice and consultation for property owners before eminent domain actions.
Kewaunee County, Wisconsin
County finance staff reported sales-tax receipts are roughly $26,000 behind last year and near a leveling point; a planned wraparound house remains on hold while the county examines funding and a new law.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The commission issued a time-limited enforcement order allowing delivery and placement of compatible sand from an on-site excavation (64 Baxter Road) to cover geotubes and rebuild a ramp at Hooke’s Hollow; the order includes sampling, photo-monitoring and delivery-log conditions.
Cumberland County Schools, School Districts, North Carolina
Dr. Lavette Braswell of Cumberland County Schools gave an overview of the district's Choice programs, enrollment timelines and application process, noting the application window opened Nov. 18 and closes Jan. 3, 2025; notifications will be issued Feb. 3 with a two-week acceptance window.
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New guidelines clarify supervision and access standards for child and vulnerable adult protections
Glynn County, Georgia
The Glynn County Board of Commissioners unanimously selected a chair and approved committee and subcommittee appointments at its Jan. 2 meeting.
Fulton County, Georgia
Fulton County Chairman Rob Pitts said the county has reached an agreement with the U.S. Department of Justice to resolve a DOJ investigation of the Fulton County jail through a consent decree that was filed in federal court "today."
Judge David D. Wolfe State of Tennessee, Judicial, Tennessee
The court approved two petitions to sell estate properties: a Charlotte parcel appraised near $31,000 sold for $25,000 with proceeds expected to satisfy TennCare claims; and a Gardner Road property previously appraised at $324,000 approved under a $380,000 purchase contract after a prior sale fell through.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
After on-site plantings were installed, the commission amended an ongoing enforcement order at 14 Clover Lane to require lighting compliance and removal of unpermitted fence by June 5 and asked town counsel to prepare options for civil penalties.
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Utah updates youth program definitions and licensing requirements for residential treatment facilities.
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S.B. 63 limits waste tire transport and establishes penalties for improper disposal.
Glynn County, Georgia
At its Jan. 2 meeting the Glynn County Board of Commissioners administered oaths of office to commissioners Robert G. Duncan, Alan Booker and Samuel Thompson.
Lansing City, Leavenworth County, Kansas
The council unanimously approved Resolution B1-2025 to schedule the administration of oaths for members-elect at the first regular meeting in January. Anthony McNeil was sworn in as mayor during the meeting.
Cumberland County Schools, School Districts, North Carolina
A Cumberland County Schools staff member briefed parents on recent FAFSA changes and local outreach plans funded by a $25,000 grant from the John M. Belk Foundation, including FAFSA nights with Fayetteville Tech and Fayetteville State and bus-based assistance in February.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
After extended technical review and public comment, the Conservation Commission closed the public hearing on the 3 Star Farm LLC project at 76 Eel Point Road and approved an amended order requiring additional conditions, including awaiting Heritage/NHESP review.
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Committee will evaluate potential spaceport locations and conduct feasibility studies in Utah
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
Staff reported mixed revenue and expense performance in the third quarter, explained a needed reset of the fuel revolver spending limit and said the commission voted earlier in the quarter to increase the fuel revolver; staff said the revised spending limit will be taken to the select board for final approval.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The board recorded unanimous votes on routine minutes/payroll warrants, housing regulatory agreement for Meadows 1, shellfish aquaculture license renewals and authorization for execution of waste‑services and asset purchase documents.
Michigan City, LaPorte County, Indiana
The Michigan City Parks and Recreation Board on Jan. 2 approved 2025 memoranda of understanding with Windy City Kite Sports and Ryan Wellman (eFoil), accepted the municipal band schedule and two donations, and tabled a 2025 Zoological Society MOU for further review.
Richland County, Ohio
Following an executive session on personnel, the Richland County Board of Commissioners approved a one-day suspension for a third policy violation and a five-day suspension for a sixth tardy, as presented by county HR.
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Committee tasked to assess spaceport viability and recommend legislation by September 2026.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The commission adopted draft minutes, ratified warrants for April 16 and May 7 and approved a slate of contracts and task orders listed in Exhibit 1 including non-signatory airline agreements, equipment purchases and new three-year contracts.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The Select Board previewed two appropriation articles on the annual Town Meeting warrant: Article 11 would fund design and construction of town employee housing (contingent on debt‑exclusion votes); Article 14 would fund a Tom Nevers Road bike path estimated at $6.85 million and also contingent on debt‑exclusion votes.
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Spaceport Exploration Committee formed to enhance Utah's aerospace capabilities and support industry activities.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
A high-mast light replacement project initially scoped for 10 poles was bid for 20 poles and the low bid almost doubled the original appropriation; staff said options include a home-rule petition or a supplemental special-town-meeting appropriation to preserve FAA grant opportunity.
Elizabethtown, Hardin County, Kentucky
On Dec. 16 the Elizabethtown City Council adopted a zoning map amendment (Ordinance 29-2024) and approved municipal orders including changes to the personnel handbook, a sanitary sewer contract change order, a parks design contract, and an amendment to Wastewater Facility planning work; three annexation ordinances were read for the first time.
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Committee established to enhance aerospace and defense collaboration in Utah
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Legislature enacts bill creating Spaceport Exploration Committee and allocates funding for operations.
Cache County School District, Utah School Boards, Utah
Board members said a grant from Mr. Milne (reported as $20,000, one speaker recalled $18,000) was presented and that the airport authority must decide how to spend the funds; committee members had hoped funds be used for economic development but no decision was made.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
Public works and sewer staff updated the board on multiple spring projects: sewer force-main work, downtown cobblestone and sidewalk work, MassDOT Milestone–Pulpus improvements, private development paving, and airport runway and water‑main work, with timelines and coordination challenges explained.
Judge David D. Wolfe State of Tennessee, Judicial, Tennessee
The court entered an order establishing paternity for Edward Philip Gellerman and designated both parents as joint primary residential parents with equal decision-making authority while they continue to cohabit; the court warned the parties the order will be reset to determine a residential schedule if they separate.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
Commissioners questioned a $6,080,000 estimate for a single townhouse in the airport's employee-housing proposal and discussed modular duplex alternatives, DCAM requirements and CAPCOM support for the capital request.
Elizabethtown, Hardin County, Kentucky
External auditors RFH PLLC presented a draft audit with an unmodified (clean) opinion, reporting $63,804,000 in governmental fund revenues, $59,022,000 in expenditures and a $4,223,000 positive net change in fund balance; enterprise funds for gas and sewer showed combined positive change of $997,492.
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Utah mandates hearing loss tests for infants born in hospitals with high live birth rates.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The board authorized town staff to sign an asset purchase and sale agreement, a waste services agreement and a related repairs letter with Waste Options Nantucket, setting a November 30, 2025 closing and a fiscal transition plan for FY26.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
Staff reported the crew-quarters dormitory is about 91% complete and on track for possible August move-ins; commissioners raised questions about EV charging access, metering and resident parking controls.
Lansing City, Leavenworth County, Kansas
City officials discussed requests from Clearwave representatives for yearly transient-vendor licenses for utility companies and directed staff to draft ordinance language and fee options for council review.
Cache County School District, Utah School Boards, Utah
District staff presented two revised calendar options for 2025–26 — one ending May 29 and another that includes a two-week Christmas break and ends June 4 — and said a representative staff committee preferred the two-week winter break; the board asked staff to reconvene committees for final input.
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Senate Bill 869 mandates parental notification during custodial interrogations of individuals with disabilities.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
A National Science Foundation and IODP expedition presented plans to core six boreholes off Nantucket to study subsea freshwater; public speakers pressed the team on permitting, possible environmental impacts and whether the offshore freshwater connects to the island's drinking supply.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
Airport staff told commissioners MassDEP reviewed the airport's PFOS work, praised the lab method used and requested additional sampling for wells only sampled once; six homes had been supplied bottled water and three were recently connected to municipal water.
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Texas law mandates special elections for filling vacancies on property owners' association boards.
Muskegon County, Michigan
At the Muskegon County organizational meeting, newly sworn county officials took their oaths, Commissioner Nash was elected board chair and Commissioner Jessica Cook was elected vice chair. The board adopted its 2025 rules and calendar and postponed a decision on switching livestreaming from Zoom to Civic Plus.
Richland County, Ohio
At an annual reorganization session, the Richland County Board of Commissioners appointed new officers, confirmed committee representatives and approved several routine administrative items including ARPA procurement thresholds and a $2,551.24 repair quote.
Town of Yarmouth, Barnstable County, Massachusetts
The CEDC voted to move unspent event funds into a new special‑events pool, set a January announcement and a Feb. 1 deadline for a new events RFP, and approved FY26 budget buckets for special events, marketing, economic development and public improvements.
Cache County School District, Utah School Boards, Utah
The board heard a property update outlining several district-owned parcels — Newton, Smithfield (24.61 acres), Hyrum (10.2 acres) and land east of Mountain Crest High School — and discussed options for holding, selling or seeking additional land for future schools.
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Texas bill targets criminal offenses impacting massage therapy licensing and operations.
Town of Yarmouth, Barnstable County, Massachusetts
The Community and Economic Development Committee agreed to a three-meeting schedule and broader outreach for planning of the roughly 70-acre site the town is studying, will coordinate liaisons from the Municipal Use Committee and expects consultant work and a follow-up detailed site plan.
Cache County School District, Utah School Boards, Utah
The district’s health services report said nurses and health aides provided far more student medical 'cares' than in prior years, supporting students with diabetes, g-tube feeds and other high-acuity needs; staff asked the board to consider reducing nurse-to-student ratios and expanding health-aide hours.
Cache County School District, Utah School Boards, Utah
Airport staff said the FAA directed paragliders to stop operations at the airport because flights would penetrate controlled airspace; the board reviewed purchases (FOD mat, pressure washer, PAPI aiming device) and the 2025 capital-projects list and heard plans for a June 28, 2025 airport open house.
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New Texas law requires agencies to inform consumers of credit report corrections within 30 days.
Eagle Pass Planning and Zoning Meeting, Eagle Pass, Maverick County, Texas
On Jan. 3, 2025, the Eagle Pass Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved a conditional‑use permit for a battery energy storage facility at 2282 North Veterans Boulevard and granted master plan and final‑plat variances for the 10‑acre Regis Escondido LLC development that contains the one‑acre site.
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New bill limits property owners associations from restricting residents' assembly and speech rights.
Cache County School District, Utah School Boards, Utah
Board members said the airport’s emergency plan was reviewed as required by the FAA and no substantive changes were made.
Cache County School District, Utah School Boards, Utah
The board heard a report about school positive behavior plans required by Utah law, the district’s PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) approach, and state funding that provides modest per-school grants and stipends for plan specialists.
Eagle Pass Planning and Zoning Meeting, Eagle Pass, Maverick County, Texas
On Jan. 3, 2025, the Eagle Pass Planning and Zoning Commission voted unanimously to change zoning for 2435 and 2467 North Veterans Boulevard from R‑1 to B‑3 to formalize an existing childcare use; staff said the master plan already shows the parcels as commercial and the rezoning satisfied a prior conditional‑use condition.
Judge David D. Wolfe State of Tennessee, Judicial, Tennessee
A Dixon County judge approved a stipulated divorce decree and issued a permanent restraining/no-contact order after the petitioner produced evidence alleging the respondent placed surveillance devices and a tracking device on her property and vehicle.
Franklin City, Johnson County, Indiana
At the meeting the Park Board approved minutes, signed April claims, and approved the human-resources report by voice vote; the board deferred a security-system decision for the Franklin active adult center and heard an update that construction remains on track for a May completion.
Cache County School District, Utah School Boards, Utah
The district’s gifted and talented coordinator described the Schoolwide Enrichment Model (SEM): weekly pull-out classes for grades 4–6 (to shift to 3–5), student identification methods, culminating showcases and plans to develop a 3rd-grade curriculum as 6th grade moves to middle school.
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Bill proposes Class A misdemeanor for using counterfeit notary seals on fraudulent documents.
Hudson, Columbia County, New York
The Hudson City Council approved a resolution appointing Randall to fill a vacant board supervisor seat after council debate and public comment. Councilors and residents split over whether to prioritize a First Ward resident's petition supporting candidate Alex; the council recorded seven ayes to approve Randall.
Mountlake Terrace, Snohomish County, Washington
The Mountlake Terrace City Council finalized liaison appointments for city and outside boards for 2025 and accepted the city manager's announcements that the Jan. 16 council meeting will be canceled because a quorum will attend the South County Cities dinner and that the Smith family is retiring as organizers of the Tour de Terrace.
Franklin City, Johnson County, Indiana
Parks staff told the board the aquatics director position has been vacated and will not be filled before the pool opens; staff will run operations by committee while completing lifeguard hiring and training ahead of a Memorial Day opening.
Cache County School District, Utah School Boards, Utah
District facilities staff reported visible progress at Hyde Park and Nibley school construction sites, described upcoming concrete pours and steel delivery, and said design work is continuing for a new elementary school with floodplain issues under review.
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Commissioner rules set to improve patient transfer processes between inpatient rehabilitation facilities.
Webster Groves, St. Louis County, Missouri
The Webster Groves Architectural Review Board approved four applications with design conditions at its meeting and tabled a window-replacement application for 143 South Gore because applicants were not present and submittal drawings did not verify window sizes.
Mountlake Terrace, Snohomish County, Washington
At the council's first meeting of the year members selected liaisons to boards and commissions by seniority and appointed Tim Wall as mayor pro tem by voice vote. Several council members also selected alternates for external committees and staff said the assignments will be formalized and distributed.
Franklin City, Johnson County, Indiana
Board reviewed eight playground designs for Payne Park provided by three vendors, discussed swings and age-appropriate equipment, and agreed to delay selection until neighbor input and council appropriation are complete.
Cache County School District, Utah School Boards, Utah
At its Jan. 2 meeting, the Cache County School District board elected Terry Rhodes as board president and Katherine (Kathy) Christiansen as vice president, and administered oaths to four members who were newly elected or re-elected.
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Commission establishes penalties for patient care violations and mandates violation tracking system
Morris County, New Jersey
Typhoon Sellen was elected director of the Morris County Board of County Commissioners in a unanimous vote at the board’s January 2025 reorganization meeting; Stephen H. Shaw was named deputy director, and commissioners John Krickus, Stephen H. Shaw and Deborah Smith and Surrogate Heather Darling were sworn into office.
Franklin City, Johnson County, Indiana
Franklin City parks staff reported localized flooding that submerged parts of Province Park and Community Park, uprooted fencing, deposited debris across courts and trails, and prompted cleanup and repair work; staff said parks functioned as designed to hold and recede floodwaters.
Cache County School District, Utah School Boards, Utah
The airport authority said a prior motion authorized staff to negotiate a lease expansion for Leading Edge Aviation but stopped short of final approval. Board members raised concerns about leapfrogging the hangar waitlist, noted a taxiway project intended to create hangar space, and directed staff to publish an updated lease/waitlist online.
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District court can issue injunctions against unlicensed rehabilitation facility operations in Texas.
Lacey, Thurston County, Washington
The City of Lacey is developing a transportation safety action plan and asked residents to complete an online survey through Jan. 14 to identify safety challenges and prioritize improvements. The city said survey responses could help pursue additional funding.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
On April 16 the Select Board approved department head and manager contract renewals (two approved unanimously; one approved with a recusal), approved a taxi license legacy transfer, authorized a housing letter of support for Tacoma Green, and appointed a board representative to an RFP review committee; board also approved routine warrants.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
At the April 16 meeting the board showed warrant videos and summarized Article 10 (capital exclusion for vehicles, equipment and safety systems) and Article 11 (employee housing on Wade Drive); both proposals are contingent on voter approval of Proposition 2½ debt/capital exclusions.
Allen County, Indiana
The board approved a second reading on a matter described in the transcript as "the matter of [not specified]"; the transcript did not provide a clear item description.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The Select Board voted unanimously to send a letter to the Commonwealth requesting local preference for Tacoma Green’s 64 rental units, asking that up to 70% of units be given local preference at lottery time for qualifying Nantucket residents and workers.
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Commission requires facilities to post compliance information and undergo regular inspections.
Cache County School District, Utah School Boards, Utah
Board members debated moving hangar rent from about $0.22 to a state-average $0.43 per square foot, discussed how to treat older small hangars, and agreed to form a committee with economic development directors to meet a developer proposing large hangars, customs facilities and a runway widening.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
After hours of public and board discussion about proposed license terms for the Sconset Bluff erosion‑control project, the Select Board voted 4–1 to take no action at the upcoming annual town meeting and asked staff to produce a timeline and negotiated draft for further review.
Lacey, Thurston County, Washington
The City of Lacey promoted a free cultural celebration presented by TwinStar Credit Union on Saturday, Feb. 1 at Saint Martin's University featuring dance, music, food, educational activities and crafts.
Judge David D. Wolfe State of Tennessee, Judicial, Tennessee
In a contested family law matter, the court granted judgment on the pleadings declaring petitioner Miss Whitworth the primary residential parent and affirmed paternity; remaining matters were set for a later hearing before the presiding judge.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
National Grid presented its Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) plan for Nantucket on April 16, describing timeline, technical details and customer outreach; company and residents discussed radiofrequency exposure, data access and opt-out options.
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Texas sets minimum standards to ensure quality care and patient safety in rehabilitation facilities.
Allen County, Indiana
The board approved commissioner assignments to county boards and a slate of citizen appointments to advisory boards and commissions; one commissioner recorded an abstention on the motions.
Sumner County, Tennessee
The Sumner County Library Bylaws & Policies Committee voted Jan. 2 to approve a revised conduct policy and to forward confidentiality and updated employee dress-code policies to the full library board. The committee also moved a new fundraising policy to old business and scheduled the unattended-children policy for further review.
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New regulations require annual dementia training for nursing staff in Texas rehabilitation centers
Mountlake Terrace, Snohomish County, Washington
Council Member Wall was reappointed mayor pro tem by voice vote. One council member expressed disappointment that the role has repeatedly gone to the same person and asked the council to revisit the practice next year.
Lacey, Thurston County, Washington
The City of Lacey announced its first Community Academy, a six-week Thursday-evening course running Feb. 20–March 27. Applications are open through Jan. 31 on the city website.
Allen County, Indiana
After two homes experienced basement flooding, the board approved an emergency replacement of undersized drain tile on Still Avenue near Maplecrest Road, authorizing three quotes and an expedited procurement estimated at $38,000 under a state statute allowing emergency work.
University of Washington, School Districts, Washington
The University of Washington Board of Regents held a special meeting and moved into an executive session to review qualifications for public employment under PRCw4.3.1.20; no public votes or decisions were recorded in the transcript.
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New regulations mandate licensing and compliance history checks for Texas rehabilitation facility operators
Mountlake Terrace, Snohomish County, Washington
City staff announced the Smith family is retiring after about 30 years organizing Tour de Terrace; the city will evaluate options to continue or replace the event.
Allen County, Indiana
The board approved an encroachment agreement allowing Indiana Michigan Power to maintain and expand above-ground electric transmission facilities over three county roads.
Sumner County, Tennessee
The Sumner County Library Bylaws & Policies Committee on Jan. 2 instructed staff to rewrite the county circulation policy to prioritize county taxpayers, keep guest computer passes to one day, require returns to the library of origin and treat materials as lost 21 days after the due date.
Franklin City, Johnson County, Indiana
The Franklin City Park Board approved revisions to its 2025 fees and charges after staff reported lower-than-expected rentals and outlined new charges for the renovated community garden and the upcoming active adult center. The meeting also reviewed park-impact fee revenue and early planning for a Scott Park expansion and an upcoming parks bond.
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Commission ensures compliance through mandatory inspections and follow-ups for rehab facilities statewide.
Sedgwick County, Kansas
Commissioners were briefed on a grant memorandum that would fund two attorney positions in the district attorney’s office, a renewal IDD grant of nearly $3.5 million, and a long-discussed grant agreement with Bombardier and the city of Wichita.
West Swanzey, Cheshire County, New Hampshire
The Fire Station Advisory Committee presented a redesigned proposal for a new Fire Station No. 2 in West Swanzey, saying the 2025 estimate is $3,960,119 and that the select board has decided the project can be completed for $3,500,000, funded in part by a proposed $2,500,000 bond and existing town capital reserve funds.
Allen County, Indiana
The commissioners approved LPA consulting contracts with Clark Dietz Inc. for two federally funded bridge replacements (Cuba Road and Woodburn Road) and Amendment No. 1 with Versus Engineering for geotechnical work on Fisher Road Bridge; projects will be reimbursed 80% by NDOT Fort Wayne District and bid in July 2027.
Franklin City, Williamson County, Tennessee
At the Jan. 2 meeting the Board of Zoning Appeals re-elected its chair for 2025, appointed William Scales vice chair, approved the Dec. 5, 2024 minutes, and later adjourned.
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Texas Department of Criminal Justice to submit employment data reports starting January 2026
Sedgwick County, Kansas
County staff said four developer-signed special assessment projects completed construction and are ready for bonding; a separate Silver Leaf Acres benefit district item may be pulled after the developer indicated it might proceed as private construction.
Story County, Iowa
The Story County Board approved converting a long‑term intern role into a regular part‑time administrative assistant position in the county attorney's office. The office estimated a FY26 cost of $32,879 partially offset by reducing an 'extra help' budget line by $15,000–$20,000.
Allen County, Indiana
At their Jan. 3 legislative session, Allen County Commissioners elected Commissioner Therese Brown as board president, Commissioner Rich Beck as vice president and Commissioner Ron Turpin as secretary; the motion carried by voice vote.
Plymouth, Grafton County, New Hampshire
On Jan. 2 the Plymouth Planning Board handled six zoning amendments and several routine items. Three shorter amendments and a board recommendation were moved forward with little debate; the board also recommended a citizen appointment to the planning board.
Sedgwick County, Kansas
Sedgwick County staff told commissioners they plan to move $9.2 million to an equipment and technology reserve and highlighted expected future needs including roughly $10 million for voting equipment replacement after 2026.
Vermillion County, Indiana
At a special meeting called with a posted 48‑hour notice, commissioners discussed the legality of the calling notice and proceeded to elect RJ Donovan as president and Misty Hess as vice president for 2025; the board also discussed and provisionally set a monthly meeting schedule to be finalized later.
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Texas establishes criteria for defining actual harm and threats to patient safety.
Sedgwick County, Kansas
The commission reviewed a proposed 10% increase to applicant fees charged by MAPD, with staff saying the aim is to shift costs from general taxpayers to users; commissioners asked for more financial detail before a final decision.
Vermillion County, Indiana
The board discussed the county’s 7,000‑acre Vermillion RISE megasite and asked commissioners and the RISE board to propose a 30‑day plan for visioning the property, including potential recreation, public hunting and economic uses.
Shelby County, Tennessee
A pre-meeting of the Shelby County Board of Commissioners’ Payment-in-Lieu-of-Taxes Ad Hoc Committee on 11/13/2024 reviewed a proposed resolution asking pilot-granting entities to pause housing-related tax abatement agreements while the county examines their performance and accountability.
Vermillion County, Indiana
Following multi‑year work by an ambulance committee, commissioners agreed to coordinate a joint public meeting to share project documents and discuss options for ambulance coverage, a proposed new facility and grant opportunities; committee members urged action before grant deadlines.
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Inpatient rehabilitation facilities must comply with updated fire safety regulations by September 2025.
Hopkinton Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
Hopkinton School Committee approved two liaisons for the district�superintendent search, agreed a 13-member screening committee structure and appointed two school committee members to the screening panel; NASDC consultant presented a timeline and process but the committee deferred final timeline approval to a subsequent meeting.
Fulton County, Georgia
Fulton County marked its annual K-12 art calendar awards, a Public Works–sponsored contest organized by the Fulton County Department of Public Arts to promote water conservation and drought awareness; students and staff highlighted creativity, future stewardship and the contest's outreach role.
Vermillion County, Indiana
The board voted to repeal county resolution 2023-5 that created the Vermillion County Economic Development Coalition and delegated economic development authority back to the county's three‑member Economic Development Commission, following months of debate over staffing, performance and control.
Resources & Environment, SENATE, Committees, Legislative, Idaho
The Idaho Senate Resources & Environment Committee approved two gubernatorial appointments to the Fish and Game Commission, advanced House Concurrent Resolution 3 reauthorizing the interim resources committee, and approved meeting minutes from January 8 and January 13, 2025.
Mountlake Terrace, Snohomish County, Washington
The Mountlake Terrace City Council on a voice vote authorized the police chief to sign an agreement with BlueBridge Alliance to let officers provide small, immediate assistance—food, clothing, minor vehicle parts and short lodging—to people in crisis.
Franklin City, Williamson County, Tennessee
The Franklin City Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance Jan. 2 allowing 20 parking spaces in the Liberty Pike frontage area for a planned hotel and site revisions at 230 Franklin Road after the applicant argued the spaces support circulation and historic-campus design; staff had recommended denial pending additional parking-study review.
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Bill provides process for state prisoners to notify courts of unserved arrest warrants
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HB 83 aims to protect qualified patients from discrimination in public employment practices.
Elkhart City, Elkhart County, Indiana
The council read three proposed ordinances appropriating riverboat gaming funds and local road-match funds and forwarded all three to second reading with no objections; one ordinance text included a garbled amount as read.
Mountlake Terrace, Snohomish County, Washington
The Mountlake Terrace City Council voted to authorize the police chief to sign a memorandum of agreement (MOA) with BlueBridge Alliance that will let officers provide short-term, on-the-spot assistance to residents facing immediate needs.
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HB 83 mandates reasonable accommodations for employees using medical marijuana with valid identification.
Plymouth, Grafton County, New Hampshire
The Plymouth Planning Board voted Jan. 2 to put a proposed redraw of portions of the Industrial‑Commercial District near Tenney Mountain Highway on the March town meeting ballot.
Resources & Environment, SENATE, Committees, Legislative, Idaho
The Idaho Senate Resources & Environment Committee voted to send Senate Bill 1003 to the Senate floor with a "do pass" recommendation. The bill would prevent anyone with outstanding fish and game fines from applying for hunting, fishing or trapping licenses or tags until those fines are paid, with specified exceptions and enforcement procedures.
Hocking County, Ohio
Commissioners and staff raised concerns at the Jan. 3 meeting about recent turnover and staffing in the Hocking County Treasurer’s office, warning the board that unresolved personnel issues have threatened timely payroll and tax processing.
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Public employers prohibited from taking adverse actions against qualified medical marijuana users.
Story County, Iowa
Youth & Shelter Services sought Story County to act as fiscal agent for a two‑year juvenile diversion pilot serving schools in Boone, Marshall and Story counties; supervisors raised concerns about auditor workload and past reporting problems and did not make a motion.
Elkhart City, Elkhart County, Indiana
Brianna Allen, executive director of the Tolleson Center for Community Excellence, updated council on first-year operations, membership demographics and a $3.1 million phase‑2 plan; council members requested detailed 2024 operational costs and 2025 projections, noting the city provides $700,000 annually for operations.
Franklin City, Williamson County, Tennessee
The Franklin City Board of Zoning Appeals deferred action to Feb. 6 on a request to reduce the minimum parking requirement from 16 spaces to zero for a proposed beer garden accessory structure at 117 Third Avenue North after staff said alternatives had not been fully explored and board members asked for more information.
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Public employers must inform employees of rights after positive marijuana test results.
Elkhart City, Elkhart County, Indiana
At its first meeting of 2025 the Elkhart City Council elected Arvast Dawson as council president and Dwight Fish as vice president; both nominations were approved by 8–1 roll-call votes.
West Swanzey, Cheshire County, New Hampshire
A staff member told the meeting that moving apparatus from the west station by Town Hall to a newly designed Station No. 2 would improve working space, ventilation and code compliance and could affect insurance rates and recruitment.
Hocking County, Ohio
The Hocking County Board of Commissioners voted Jan. 3 to adopt a resolution expressing support for an expansion at Hocking Valley Community Hospital while explicitly declining to issue a general-obligation bond or provide any financial guarantee for the project.
Plymouth, Grafton County, New Hampshire
Developers and dozens of residents discussed a proposed Tenney Mountain Overlay District and its planned‑unit development (PUD) rules. The board agreed to seek legal review and to continue a public hearing on Jan. 16 to refine language on density, buildable area and environmental protections.
Hocking County, Ohio
Hocking County commissioners meeting on Jan. 3 approved a package of appropriations, purchases and administrative items including transfers to the Hocking Soil and Water Conservation District, payment of an OWDA loan installment, equipment purchases for the coroner’s office, approvals for utility work on county roads and a liquor license.
Story County, Iowa
The Story County Board of Supervisors unanimously adopted a proclamation recognizing January 2025 as Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month and heard remarks from a statewide anti‑trafficking network about local and state needs, prosecution data and service funding gaps.
Terre Haute City, Vigo County, Indiana
Residents used the council’s public-comment period to urge action on homelessness and to oppose the proposed off-street bike/pedestrian path; the council noted homelessness is addressed in the consolidated plan it later approved.
Washoe County, Nevada
The Washoe County Board of Adjustment on Jan. 2 affirmed a director�s decision to reduce the permitted occupancy at a short-term rental in Incline Village from eight people to four because county code ties STR occupancy to designated parking.
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Local governments can authorize small grocery stores in designated food insecure regions.
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Legislation encourages local governments to approve grocery store permits in food deserts.
Lake City, Columbia County, Florida
Special Magistrate Marshman declined the city's request to impose retroactive fines on two adjacent parcels owned by Lake City Properties, citing a change in ownership and recent cleanup. The magistrate issued an order requiring continued maintenance and warned that repeat violations could trigger fines and liens in the future.
Winton Woods City, School Districts, Ohio
The Winton Woods City School District Board of Education approved its FY2026 tax budget and a package of routine financial and administrative authorizations during its Jan. 3, 2025 organizational meeting; all motions passed unanimously.
Terre Haute City, Vigo County, Indiana
Terre Haute’s mayor told the council the city will offer free public transit to increase ridership and draw more state and federal transportation funds; he also outlined a larger 2025 paving plan supported by increased state Community Crossings funding and asked for volunteers and donations for Pathways warming center.
West Swanzey, Cheshire County, New Hampshire
A Swansea committee recommended the town-owned parcel at 321 Old Homestead Highway as the preferred site for a replacement for Station 2, citing central location, water and sewer availability and lower cost and time compared with other options.
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New bill enables local governments to create grocery stores in food insecure areas
Plymouth, Grafton County, New Hampshire
The Plymouth Planning Board at its Jan. 2 meeting voted to endorse a citizen‑petitioned zoning amendment that would move a number of commercial uses in the town's agricultural zone from permitted uses to special exceptions, sending the measure to the March town meeting ballot.
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Florida Legislature replaces mockingbird with American flamingo and scrub-jay in new bill
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Florida House mandates drowning prevention education program funded by fees and state appropriations.
Lake City, Columbia County, Florida
A Lake City special magistrate ordered the owner of 827 Northwest Magnolia Way to remove an inoperative vehicle and repair a holey roof within 30 days, after city inspectors found an abandoned car and storm damage. The magistrate warned fines of $50 per day would start on day 31 if the owner fails to comply.
Winton Woods City, School Districts, Ohio
At its Jan. 3, 2025 organizational meeting the Winton Woods City School District Board of Education elected Vice President Brandon Smith as board president and Angela Knighton as vice president; both elections were unanimous after brief discussion about scheduling and travel conflicts.
Wolfeboro Board of Selectmen, Wolfeboro, Carroll County, New Hampshire
A resident asked the board to address a roadside safety hazard on Stoner Road and flagged concerns about public water endpoint issues tied to upcoming ZBA applications.
Terre Haute City, Vigo County, Indiana
Terre Haute City Council on Thursday approved submission of the city’s 2025 HUD consolidated plan, authorized a temporary Redevelopment Commission loan of up to $2.5 million and approved pruning selected parcels from two TIF districts; the council also tabled a drug-and-tobacco ordinance and accepted withdrawals of two staffing appropriations.
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Legislation mandates enhanced safety features for residential swimming pools during property transfers.
Warren County, New York
At its 2025 organizational meeting the Warren County Board of Supervisors unanimously elected a chair for the year, adopted the board rules for 2025 and tabled Resolution 454 until Jan. 17. Supervisors also heard announcements about a county waste-hauling disruption, a Cornell Cooperative Extension orientation and recognition of local students.
Bastrop, Morehouse Parish, Louisiana
Multiple residents urged the council to use ARPA and other funds to address blighted properties and downtown appearance. Staff and the city attorney said the East Side building has been condemned and that public works and administration must determine demolition steps, including asbestos and engineering reviews.
Muscatine County, Iowa
Muscatine County staff announced the Iowa Geological Survey is offering free groundwater chemistry testing for private wells within a few miles of the Cedar River to map shallow sand aquifer connectivity; staff said the tests are not regulatory and may not measure typical contaminants such as bacteria or nitrates.
Bastrop, Morehouse Parish, Louisiana
After weeks of discussion about how to spend roughly $1.8 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds, city staff said only about $222,000 could be reallocated immediately; the council voted to split that amount evenly among council districts and directed follow-up work on the larger spending plan.
Franklin City, Johnson County, Indiana
The Parks Board approved meeting minutes, July claims, the human resources report, rental fees for the active adult center, the July department report (including staff travel), and adjourned by voice votes recorded as unanimous.
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New law requires safety features and education for residential pool compliance in Florida.
Economic Outlook and Revenue Assessment Committee, JOINT, Committees, Legislative, Idaho
Idaho National Laboratory director John Wagner told the committee the lab surpassed $2 billion in business volume in FY24, expects further growth, and described near-term demonstrations and commercial interest in nuclear power; lawmakers asked about cost and timelines.
Franklin City, Johnson County, Indiana
At its July meeting the Franklin City Parks Board approved the July department report and heard updates on employee travel, pool staffing, event attendance and cemetery maintenance.
Wolfeboro Board of Selectmen, Wolfeboro, Carroll County, New Hampshire
The board assigned speakers for town warrant articles, debated wording for Pickering Corner and McManus Road ballot questions, approved an edit about truck/bus routing, and rejected a proposed sentence saying neither intersection option will alleviate peak-time congestion.
Economic Outlook and Revenue Assessment Committee, JOINT, Committees, Legislative, Idaho
Committee heard independent and state forecasts showing a mixed near-term revenue outlook, debated whether to present gross or net sales-tax projections, and agreed to use a shared spreadsheet that shows gross collections with statutory carve-outs to produce a single, auditable net general-fund projection.
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Firefighters diagnosed with cancer to receive enhanced disability and death benefits under new legislation
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
Andrew Shapiro told the board that MassDEP and town testing identified new PFAS detections near Hammock Pond/Burnt Swamp, including two values MassDEP is treating as imminent hazards, and that the agency will continue sampling with town support.
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Firefighters receive health benefits and $25,000 cash payout for cancer diagnosis under HB 87.
Muscatine County, Iowa
Muscatine County staff reported a notice of award for the Deep Lakes Park campground project to Triple B Construction for $940,162.50. Board members discussed whether concrete or asphalt is the better pavement choice given sandy soils, and asked for engineers to lead further review before final contracts are signed.
Crow Wing County, Minnesota
Crow Wing County planning staff briefed the Committee of the Whole on Jan. 21, 2025, about Planning Commission and Board of Adjustment activity, including application volumes and planned staffing and inspection changes for 2025.
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Firefighters diagnosed with cancer can access alternative benefits under proposed HB 87.
Study Session Meetings, Shelbyville, Bedford County, Tennessee
Shelbyville staff presented a zoning text amendment to allow and regulate transfer stations in I‑2 industrial zones; councilors pressed staff on enforcement, traffic and whether the city could become a regional waystation for out‑of‑county trash.
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Legislation ensures benefits for deceased firefighters' families due to cancer-related deaths.
Crow Wing County, Minnesota
Land services staff presented a complete rewrite of the county's Forest Resource Plan covering management of roughly 105,000 acres, updated forest modeling and sustainable harvest guidance; the plan will return to the board next week on the consent calendar for final approval.
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Florida bill amends firefighter cancer law to include acute myeloid leukemia diagnosis.
Carroll County, Maryland
At its Jan. 2 meeting the Carroll County Board of Commissioners approved a slate of purchases, contracts and service authorizations covering public safety equipment, recycling services, utility engineering work, vehicles and facility construction.
Franklin City, Johnson County, Indiana
Staff briefed the Franklin City Parks Board on the 2026 budget planning cycle, a possible multi‑million dollar park bond in coming years, options for aquatic facilities including a potential new pool costing an estimated $30 million, and a new maintenance position for the active adult center.
Wolfeboro Board of Selectmen, Wolfeboro, Carroll County, New Hampshire
The board authorized encumbrances totaling up to $10,333,046.05 to cover multi-year and in-progress town projects for 2024.
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New law requires Florida's Department of Financial Services to establish cancer prevention rules
Gahanna, Franklin County, Ohio
Mayor Chadwin described the city's strategic planning process for 2025 and highlighted infrastructure priorities including street/sidewalk programs, park and trail improvements, a new street tree program, and upcoming business openings.
Crow Wing County, Minnesota
County staff told the Committee of the Whole that four vehicle-accessible county parks exceeded 100,000 vehicle visits in 2024 and that ATV trail counters recorded roughly 93,000 crossings. Commissioners noted park use contributes to local visitation but that no levy dollars fund parks.
Muscatine County, Iowa
At its Jan. 2, 2025 meeting, the Muscatine County Board of Supervisors elected Nathan Mather chair and Danny Chick vice chair, approved six organizational resolutions including delegation of road-closing authority to county officials, accepted December payroll claims and kept a monthly Monday morning meeting schedule.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The Board of Health held a detailed briefing on innovative alternative (IA) septic systems from a Massachusetts test‑center expert and then approved a septic loan, a local upgrade approval and an IA variance with deed restrictions and testing requirements; another IA application was continued to the August meeting.
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Legislation aims to enhance safety criteria for student walkways near roadways in Florida.
Carroll County, Maryland
The Board approved scheduling a public hearing on Jan. 16, 2025, for the Westminster Rescue Mission’s planned acquisition of 35 North Tannery Road for recovery housing funded by a previously awarded $1.75 million CDBG grant.
Crawford County, Kansas
At its Jan. 3 meeting the Crawford County Board of Commissioners approved an omnibus consent agenda covering multiple MOUs and administrative items, approved the county clerk's December report by roll call and set a Jan. 31 hearing to consider vacating portions of platted streets in Gross First Addition.
Wolfeboro Board of Selectmen, Wolfeboro, Carroll County, New Hampshire
The Wolfeboro Board of Selectmen approved the town's annual investment policy and voted to table changes to the fund-balance policy until a staff review is completed by the end of January.
Franklin City, Johnson County, Indiana
Parks staff said the vendor is revising the Payne Park playground plan to fit site constraints; three trees will be removed and likely replanted at another park. Installation is expected in the fall.
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HB 85 mandates safe walking distances for students on specific road types starting July 2025.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
At its July 17 meeting the Nantucket Board of Health heard public comments urging clearer rules on who enforces short‑term rental (STR) and non‑health rental violations and whether the town should inspect year‑round rentals, and the board agreed to place STR protocol and rental inspection responsibilities on next month’s agenda.
Lubbock, Lubbock County, Texas
City officials reviewed 2024 milestones including the opening of a new Lubbock Police Department headquarters at 1205 15th Street, voter approval of a $103,000,000 bond in November for street improvements, completion of a federally required water service-line inventory that found no lead, new parks amenities and public-safety initiatives.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The board unanimously approved minutes and warrants, granted a noise waiver for Nantucket Cottage Hospital and carried other routine votes during the July 16 meeting.
Gahanna, Franklin County, Ohio
City attorney Tamela Lisonbee presented the annual litigation report: several cases have closed, Speedway-related claims remain pending in federal court, an agreed judgment in an environmental/planning case will be presented to the court, and multiple matters remain in discovery.
Crawford County, Kansas
At the Jan. 3 meeting of the Crawford County Board of Commissioners, residents, a Kansas Department of Transportation representative and former landfill management urged the county to push for stronger enforcement, tighter commercial hauling practices and a coordinated cleanup plan to address recurring litter on state and county highways.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
A Madaket resident, Bruce Mandel, told the Select Board that the Board of Health lacks staffing and training to enforce non-health-related bylaws and asked where citizens should file complaints about non-health violations.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
Fire, police, harbor and public works officials reported that the July 4 weekend proceeded with manageable incidents including a single OUI arrest, several false alarms, two bonfires and five water rescues at guarded beaches.
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Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection staff and UMass Amherst outlined grant timelines, invoicing and reporting rules, and technical-assistance and lab services available to Emerging Contaminants in Smaller Disadvantaged Communities (ECSDC) grantees during a program webinar.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The board approved two series of bond anticipation notes — a $30 million municipal series awarded to JPMorgan Securities and an airport series awarded to Fidelity Capital Markets — with competitive net interest costs.
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Legislation increases supervision duration for misdemeanor offenses involving controlled substances in Florida.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The board accepted the deed and settlement statement for the town's planned purchase of a three-bedroom home at 9 Goldfinch Drive for $1.9 million to house municipal employees.
Fulton County, Georgia
Speakers at a public event praised Chief Clark as he takes command from Chief Johnson, emphasizing continuity and stability; no formal policy actions were taken.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
After a continued public hearing, the Nantucket Select Board voted unanimously to adopt amended tiered sewer rates with phased effective dates to allow public outreach.
Study Session Meetings, Shelbyville, Bedford County, Tennessee
City of Shelbyville councilors reviewed multiple rezoning ordinances on Jan. 2, with extended debate over a 5.85-acre request at 900 Withorne that would raise gross density and generate traffic and infrastructure concerns.
Binghamton City, Broome County, New York
At its organizational meeting, the Binghamton City Council elected Michael Dundon as council president, named Nate Hotchkiss president pro tempore, announced committee assignments, adopted a rule for the president to vote last and scheduled a Jan. 13 town hall on good-cause eviction.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The commission processed numerous consent items and quick approvals, held several applications for revisions, and set a deadline for corrections on an as‑built mechanical installation.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The commission approved a proposal for a solid‑wood storefront sign at 45 Main Street, adopting the sign advisory committee's recommendation to prohibit MDO/plywood material.
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HB 99 allows ESOL program students to demonstrate Algebra I proficiency through formative assessments
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The Nantucket Historic District Commission approved an application to demolish an existing small structure on Academy Lane and later approved a new one‑story cottage on the lot after public comment and discussion about historic value, accessibility and streetscape.
Carroll County, Maryland
County planning and citizen services staff will pursue two Maryland 250 small grants — one to create a Citizens Planning Academy tied to the master plan update, and one to fund outreach to the Hispanic/immigrant community — after commissioners approved motions to apply for and accept $500 awards.
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HB 97 aims to improve legal protections for vulnerable adults from exploitation in Florida.
Wichita City, Sedgwick County, Kansas
City Manager Layton reviewed items on the Jan. 7 agenda and previewed several items for the Jan. 14 meeting, naming proposals that include an appeal of a historic-preservation decision; library funding and ITS and park projects.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
At its July 10 meeting the Town of Nantucket Zoning Board of Appeals approved the agenda and minutes for two prior meetings, granted a continuance for application 2025-0014 (40 Low Beach Road) to Aug. 14, 2025, postponed election of officers and adjourned into executive session.
City of Eustis, Lake County, Florida
The commission agreed to a Jan. 13 workshop to align on downtown development goals while commissioners debated whether to hire consultants and a land-use attorney to strengthen the city’s negotiating position with developer G3C2.
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New legislation enforces substitute service and protects vulnerable adults with property disputes.
Gahanna, Franklin County, Ohio
Council received a notice from Columbia Gas of Ohio about the Agler Road NCHP pipeline project, expected to affect traffic and with a potential spring 2025 start; city staff said the project has not yet been submitted for permit review and that coordination with ongoing projects will be required.
Woodbury County, Iowa
At its 2025 organizational meeting the Woodbury County Board of Supervisors adopted updated bylaws, kept its public-comment rules that place citizen remarks at the end of meetings, and elected Dan Bittinger chair and Mark Nelson vice chair.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
At its July 10 meeting the Nantucket Conservation Commission approved certificates of compliance for three projects, read several continuances to July 24, and accepted the meeting agenda. Commissioners set conditions on some certificates and noted recusals where applicable.
Wichita City, Sedgwick County, Kansas
At its Jan. 7 agenda review, the Wichita City Council agreed by unanimous consent to stop printing paper meeting minutes and make minutes available only online to reduce paper use.
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HB 97 mandates court orders to serve unascertainable respondents in vulnerability fraud cases.
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Bill mandates sworn affidavits for serving unascertainable respondents in protection proceedings.
Study Session Meetings, Shelbyville, Bedford County, Tennessee
City of Shelbyville officials discussed a proposed charter amendment to change the definition of “ratepayer” to “account owner,” and a separate proposal to add an outside ethics-review mechanism during the Jan. 2 study session.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The Nantucket Conservation Commission on July 10 continued a hearing on a notice of intent for the Summer House of Nantucket Realty Trust at 10 and 16 Ocean Avenue so the applicant can supply documentation to prove a continuous, pre-1972 "dining in the dunes" use.
City of Eustis, Lake County, Florida
The City of Eustis Commission adopted Resolution 2501 on Jan. 2, 2025, appointing commissioners and alternates to a range of boards and committees; the vote was unanimous.
Lakeland City, Polk County, Florida
Commission discussed a HOME-ARP loan agreement of $685,000 (city half of allocated HOME-ARP funds) to Gospel Inc. for construction of 48 one-bedroom units targeting households at or below 30% AMI; the loan is forgivable after 20 years if affordability covenants are met.
South Beloit, Winnebago County, Illinois
City staff told the council hazardous-material abatement at the Garden Motel is underway with an additional $160,000 of abatement work; demolition will proceed once abatement and debris separation are complete and staff expect the structure to be removed by year-end if abatement finishes on schedule.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The Select Board approved amendments allowing larger underground fuel tanks at two island stations; the board closed two public hearings and voted unanimously to grant the license amendments with fire‑department conditions for decommissioning old tanks.
Gahanna, Franklin County, Ohio
Council approved several reappointments and mayoral appointees to boards and commissions and appointed Harvey McCluskey to a newly created Parks and Recreation seat 7; all motions passed by roll call.
Lakeland City, Polk County, Florida
Staff presented RFQ results and asked commissioners to approve a ranked shortlist for engineering design services for southwest sewer upgrades, with Wright-Pierce ranked first; staff will negotiate with the top-ranked firm and return a negotiated contract for commission approval.
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New Florida bill allows municipalities to create job engine charter schools for economic development.
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Senate Bill 140 requires school boards to submit a 5-year property use plan annually.
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Florida Senate Bill SB 140 allows municipalities to apply for job engine charter schools.
Lakeland City, Polk County, Florida
The commission reviewed a purchase order to buy two modular buildings to support Avelo Airlines operations at the airport; staff said purchase is cheaper than leasing and expected lifespan is about five years.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The board appointed members to dozens of town committees and confirmed winners of contested seats after in‑room ballots; it also accepted several gifts to the Natural Resources Department earmarked for the Brant Point shellfish hatchery and other coastal work.
Carroll County, Maryland
County planning staff asked the Board of Commissioners to send the fall 2024 amendments to the 2023 Carroll County Water and Sewer Master Plan to public hearing. Commissioners approved the request by voice vote.
City of Eustis, Lake County, Florida
Several members of the public urged the City of Eustis to end fluoridation of municipal water, citing health concerns and recent local actions; commissioners did not take action at the Jan. 2 meeting.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
After years of controversy and a Land Court ruling, the board discussed privately mediated negotiations — not binding legislation — as a way to craft a zoning/bylaw package that might attract broader support. The board agreed to re‑agenda the idea and seek stakeholders’ willingness to participate.
Lakeland City, Polk County, Florida
City staff introduced a second-reading public hearing item on a proposed action affecting the Wedgwood Community Development District (CDD); staff described the CDD authority and said the ordinance would apply only to a defined golf-course footprint.
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Legislation proposes first-degree misdemeanor charges for refusing lawful alcohol or drug testing.
Gahanna, Franklin County, Ohio
Council adopted Ordinance 0095-2024 authorizing the mayor to enter a 2025 agreement with the Gahanna Community Improvement Corporation; council adopted the ordinance as an emergency measure by roll call.
South Beloit, Winnebago County, Illinois
Council approved a one-year contract with Municipal Code Enforcement for limited weekly assistance and discussed whether to prohibit commercial feather flags because of chronic noncompliance and enforcement burden.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The Select Board continued a public hearing on a proposed shift to tiered sewer user fees after questions from residents and board members. The board asked staff to refine a version that raises some baseline charges and to meet with the water commission before final action.
Lakeland City, Polk County, Florida
City staff outlined a conditional-use package to bring the Tigertown Sports Complex and associated training and dormitory facilities into compliance with the land development code; staff said the changes primarily formalize existing uses and address height exceptions.
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Senate Bill 138 amends laws for issuing search warrants on blood samples in DUI cases.
Gahanna, Franklin County, Ohio
City council unanimously elected Marissa Bowers as council president and Trenton Weaver as vice president during the 2025 organizational meeting; both votes were by roll call and were uncontested.
Norman, Cleveland County, Oklahoma
Parks and Recreation staff reported the department now employs 107 people and reviewed completed and planned Norman Forward capital projects, ongoing maintenance priorities and funding challenges.
Bristol, Washington County, Virginia
At its Jan. 2 meeting the Bristol City Council reappointed the sitting mayor, appointed Megan Irwin as city clerk, named Randall Leeds city manager and approved a slate of board and commission appointments after a closed session on personnel.
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Legislation amends penalties for driving violations to include stricter sentences and jail time
City of Eustis, Lake County, Florida
At its Jan. 2 meeting the City of Eustis Commission held oath ceremonies for three commissioners and elected Willie Hawkins mayor and Gary Ashcraft vice mayor in unanimous roll-call votes.
Lakeland City, Polk County, Florida
The Lakeland City Commission unanimously approved several appointments and reappointments to advisory committees, boards and pension panels, filling unexpired terms and setting start and end dates for each seat.
Dover Public School District, School Districts, New Jersey
After executive session, the board voted to authorize execution of a binding letter of intent to potentially purchase 242 Route 46 and 242 Route 46 Rear in Dover, subject to a future purchase agreement and required government approvals; the motion carried by roll call.
Public Works staff described how the village manages snow events across roughly 500 lane miles, including 22 plow zones, GPS tracking of plows, contractor support for deep events and fleet standardization to reduce maintenance.
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New legislation allows judicial circuits to create DUI diversion programs for offenders
Dover Public School District, School Districts, New Jersey
Trustees were briefed on proposed changes to the School Funding Reform Act under Senate Bill 3917 and members were encouraged to submit written comments or attend state information sessions to protect the district’s equalized aid.
Fall River Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
A committee member asked to create a former public schools "efficiency and waste reduction advisory committee" and the body agreed to place the item on the Jan. 13 agenda for further consideration.
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Habitat for Humanity of Greater Charlottesville asked lawmakers to restore two $5 million pilot projects — a mobile‑home park acquisition loan fund and a down‑payment assistance program for households under 60% AMI — that the governor's budget proposed to strike.
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Proposed legislation aims to enforce harsher penalties for drivers refusing chemical tests.
Pataskala City, Licking County, Ohio
The commission approved Replat REP-24-004 to combine four vacant R-20 lots into one parcel for a future single-family home, with conditions that the applicant submit required mylar and update water-district signature lines.
Dover Public School District, School Districts, New Jersey
Board members discussed conflicts between the proposed 2024 board meeting schedule and Dover Town Council dates and approved only the January–March meetings now, planning to re-adopt April–December dates after further review.
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The Shenandoah Riverkeeper urged lawmakers to fund freshwater harmful‑algal‑bloom testing and provide $500,000 to maintain USGS water‑quality monitoring equipment in the Shenandoah watershed.
South Beloit, Winnebago County, Illinois
A resident urged the council to address fire staffing and response times; council discussed moving dispatch to Winnebago County, authorized drafting termination letters to Mercy dispatch and laid the county agreement over to Dec. 16 for review.
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New bill mandates breath tests upon lawful arrest for driving under the influence
Pataskala City, Licking County, Ohio
The Pataskala City Planning and Zoning Commission voted to approve TCOD-24-002, allowing a proposed veterinary clinic on Corliss Drive with conditions including addressing staff comments and submitting construction plans within one year.
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Representatives of Western Virginia EMS Council and volunteer rescue squads asked lawmakers to retain language preventing the Department of Health from modifying EMS council boundaries, warning that striking it could allow elimination of regional councils and harm rural services.
Dover Public School District, School Districts, New Jersey
At its Jan. 9 reorganization meeting the Dover Board of Education swore in Susan Shower and T.C. McCourt, elected Scott Miller president and re-elected (or confirmed) Miss Phillips as vice president, and heard brief remarks from new leadership.
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SB 138 mandates minimum jail time for repeat offenders of suspended license violations.
Norman, Cleveland County, Oklahoma
Parks staff and TSET representatives outlined two grant programs; the board voted to support updating city ordinances to ban tobacco on city properties (including Westwood Golf Course and park parking lots) and to recommend a zoning change restricting tobacco sales within 300 feet of schools and playgrounds to strengthen grant eligibility.
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SB 138 grants Florida Senate authority over DUI breath and blood testing standards and regulations.
MARLBORO CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
The Board of Education approved a one-year extension and contract amendment with Quality Bus; superintendent explained the increase language ties to the May 31 CPI or 2.5% as described at the meeting. The consent motion passed on a 6-0 roll call.
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Representatives of Virginia school superintendents and private special-education day providers urged lawmakers to maintain investments in K–12 education, expand career and technical education funding, and remove a proposed 2.5% cap on CSA reimbursements for private special-education day placements.
Oak Harbor, Island County, Washington
City staff described the marina's need for full dredging and a breakwater replacement, a state-funded feasibility study for a parks and recreation facility, and deferred maintenance needs at the police station; staff said these needs factored into revenue planning.
Moore County Schools, School Districts, North Carolina
Board members approved second reading of new and revised policies that align district language with the North Carolina School Boards Association and deleted redundant policies; the motion passed unanimously.
Fall River Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
At a Jan. 2 special meeting the former Fall River School Committee voted unanimously to go into executive session under Massachusetts open-meeting law to discuss collective bargaining strategy for multiple employee groups; committee counsel said there are currently no tentative agreements.
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Senate Bill 138 proposes penalties for refusing urine tests affecting driving privileges in Florida.
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At a board of education meeting, Mr. Rydell, superintendent of schools, reviewed the New York State Education Department�Blue Ribbon Commission�initiative and what district officials should expect in coming years.
South Beloit, Winnebago County, Illinois
South Beloit City Council on Dec. 2 adopted the 2025 budget and the 2024 tax levy and passed several resolutions, including contracts for code enforcement, alley survey work and youth services; most items passed by roll call.
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Child Care Aware Virginia urged lawmakers to invest in subsidy funding both as a benefit for families and as a workforce recruitment tool for child-care providers, citing long waiting lists and high program costs.
Norman, Cleveland County, Oklahoma
At its December meeting the Norman Board of Park Commissioners approved minutes from two September meetings, reappointed Cheryl as chair for a second term, elected Ellen Estree as vice chair and left subcommittee appointments unchanged; all motions passed by voice vote.
Dover, Kent County, Delaware
Mayor Robin R. Christianson highlighted infrastructure projects, economic development partnerships and community engagement plans during an extended report. The council presented a certificate of recognition to Miss Delmarva Denise Y. Dudley.
Oak Harbor, Island County, Washington
City staff presented three thresholds for a local business-and-occupation (B&O) tax, with projected annual revenues ranging from about $793,000 to $1.87 million depending on the threshold; staff said revenues could help pay for marina dredging, a parks-and-recreation facility and police facility needs.
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At a joint Senate-House virtual budget hearing, caregivers, provider executives and people with disabilities urged lawmakers to increase funding for Medicaid waiver services, raise provider pay, fund workforce retention and restore respite for paid parent caregivers.
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Summary of formal motions and roll-call outcomes recorded in the Aug. 12 board meeting.
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Wild Virginia requested budget support for wildlife crossing projects and cited research showing underpasses and fencing can reduce vehicle‑wildlife collisions by up to 96 percent.
State Water Resources Control Board, Boards and Commissions, Executive, California
Applicants whose device registration applications are accepted through the RWTD portal can pay the invoice online by credit card or bank withdrawal, or by mailing a check. The State Water Resources Control Board warns a convenience fee applies to credit-card payments and provides an invoice format and contact email for questions.
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Habitat for Humanity Virginia urged the committees to restore two pilot projects removed from the governor’s budget: a $5 million loan fund to purchase mobile home parks and a $5 million down‑payment assistance pilot for households earning under 60% of area median income.
Dickenson County, Virginia
At an organizational meeting, the Dickenson County Board of Supervisors elected Supervisor Richard Thacker as chair and Supervisor Shelby Willis as vice chair, approved the board's meeting dates for 2025 and adopted a fiscal-year 2026 budget schedule with one date change for departmental meetings.
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Senate Bill 138 updates penalties for boating under the influence in Florida.
Dover, Kent County, Delaware
The Dover City Council received an informational snow-response report noting that emergency and critical routes cover about 22% of the city’s 133 miles of roads, residential streets are not plowed unless snowfall exceeds 4 inches, and the city operates four dump trucks with spreaders.
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County leaders and citizens from Rappahannock County told the committees the 2008 cap on supplemental basic aid left their schools receiving the lowest per‑pupil operational funding in Virginia and asked lawmakers to eliminate the cap.
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Child Care Aware Virginia told the committees that proposed language in the governor's budget to pause subsidy enrollment for school‑age children as of July 1, 2025 would unfairly penalize families and worsen summer care shortages.
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Speakers representing Virginia’s Area Agencies on Aging, Northern Virginia Aging Network and village groups asked the legislature to fund AAA capacity, preserve the RAFT program, expand villages and supplement the federal SNAP minimum benefit for older adults.
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Senator Wright proposes amendments for tougher DUI penalties and driving diversion programs in Florida.
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Families, disability service providers and union representatives told the joint House and Senate appropriations committees that Virginia needs higher Medicaid waiver rates, better pay for direct care workers, protection for respite services and funding to address a 15,000‑plus developmental disability waiver waiting list.
Dover, Kent County, Delaware
Dover City Council voted 8-0 to adopt Ordinance 2024-31, rezoning a 1.23-acre parcel at 1216 McKee Road from CPO (Commercial and Professional Office) to IO (Institutional and Office) to allow expansion of the adjacent PAM medical facility. Council discussion focused on traffic impacts and coordination with DelDOT and the Dover-Kent MPO.
State Water Resources Control Board, Boards and Commissions, Executive, California
A State Water Resources Control Board staff member published step‑by‑step instructions for deactivating devices in the RWTD portal, noting that inactive devices cannot be added to applications and will be removed after five years of inactivity. Support is available via wtdevices@waterboards.ca.gov.
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At the Jan. 9 Rockville Centre Board of Education meeting trustees accepted a donation from the Rockville Centre Education Foundation, noted the pending retirement of John Murphy, tabled a policy change for revision and scheduled multiple policy items for approval at future meetings.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The committee approved seven grants and donations, appointed a school committee clerk, and approved minutes and transfers. The actions were taken by voice vote; exact tallies were not specified in the transcript.
ROCKVILLE CENTRE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
Superintendent Gavin presented proposed 2025–26 course additions at the Jan. 9 Rockville Centre Board of Education meeting, including AP cybersecurity, a computational engineering pilot with Hofstra University, and a Financial Investments course tied to Molloy College’s Bloomberg lab.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
Director of Facilities Chip Clooney presented completed work and upcoming capital projects including an NES vestibule, security cameras, and a proposed renovation of Capizzo Stadium. He highlighted sharply higher prices for mini-split HVAC units compared with last year.
Johnson City, Washington County, Tennessee
A Johnson City resident told commissioners she supports affordable housing but asked them to consider locating a proposed project farther from existing backyards on Watauga Road.
ROCKVILLE CENTRE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
At the Rockville Centre Board of Education’s Jan. 9 meeting, counsel Howard Miller told trustees that New York’s human rights law protects gender identity and that school districts risk administrative charges if they deny transgender students access to bathrooms and locker rooms consistent with their gender identity.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
Athletic Director Travis Lombardi reported strong participation and team achievements across fall, winter and spring seasons, but told the committee the district’s 2:30 p.m. dismissal and limited bus availability delayed visiting teams and game starts.
Moore County Schools, School Districts, North Carolina
Following the Aug. 5 death of longtime board member Bruce Cunningham, Moore County School Board voted to open applications Aug. 6–20 to fill the District 5 seat by appointment; the appointee will serve until the December 2020 meeting when the November 2020 election winner is sworn.
Johnson City, Washington County, Tennessee
The commission approved removal of a settlement agenda item, confirmed multiple board appointments, accepted consent-agenda items including a wastewater chemical change order and the CDM Smith RFQ award, and passed three ordinances on second and third readings.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The superintendent reported the district filled 16 of 24 open teaching positions, leaving eight vacancies mostly in special services. Public commenters and committee members tied hiring challenges to the island housing market and urged expanded recruitment and local housing strategies.
Orange County, New York
The Legislature designated local newspapers for official publication of county notices on Jan. 2, 2025, and approved an amendment to add the Warwick Valley Dispatch to the list.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The Nantucket School Committee reviewed a draft policy to require students to store phones in secure Yonder pouches during the school day. Administrators said phones would be unlocked at designated magnet stations; committee members raised concerns about choke points and emergency access.
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Illinois allocates funding to support operations of the Innovation Campus at Quad Cities
Moore County Schools, School Districts, North Carolina
The Moore County Board of Education opened its Aug. 12 meeting with an extended tribute to former board member Bruce Cunningham, with students, former colleagues and board members offering memories and the board presenting a plaque to his family.
Lycoming County, Pennsylvania
County leaders publicly acknowledged Comptroller’s Office staff who completed the 2022 financial close, assisted auditors on 2023 statements and stepped into critical payroll and accounting roles; several anticipated hires and transfers across county departments were approved.
Orange County, New York
The Legislature approved a 2025 meeting calendar on Jan. 2, 2025, moving the July meeting to July 1 and scheduling two evening meetings — May 1 and Sept. 4 — after hours-long discussion on night meetings and public access.
State Water Resources Control Board, Boards and Commissions, Executive, California
State Water Resources Control Board staff walked through how to create and submit a device registration application in the RWTD portal, including required fields, acceptable file formats, how to add multiple devices, and the agency contact for questions.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
At its June 12 meeting the Board approved several local upgrade approvals and variances for septic replacements and upgrades across town, authorized deed restrictions shifting bedroom allocations in Madaket to accommodate a threatened house move, and continued larger Woodland Drive applications for further detail.
2024 Introduced Bills, Senate, 2024 Bills, Illinois Legislation Bills, Illinois
Illinois bill allocates $7.2 million to enhance operations at Western Illinois University Quad Cities.
Johnson City, Washington County, Tennessee
The commission approved a corridor study of State Route 75 from I‑26 to the S‑curves past Daniel Boone High School, with CDM Smith contracted to produce recommendations. The $150,000 study will be funded 80% by federal dollars, 5% by the state and 15% by the city.
Orange County, New York
Legislator Kevin W. Hines was elected chairperson of the Orange County Legislature on Jan. 2, 2025, succeeding the previous chair after a roll-call vote during the Legislature's organization meeting.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The Board granted a variance allowing a commercial boat operator to sell prepackaged frozen desserts from a freezer on the dock, subject to food-code requirements and a deed-like oversight; the board discussed a one-year review period.
State Water Resources Control Board, Boards and Commissions, Executive, California
A State Water Resources Control Board staff member walks users through steps to abandon an application in the RWTD portal, warns the action is irreversible, and provides a support contact listed in the video.
Livingston County, New York
At an organizational meeting, Livingston County supervisors nominated Mark Shuster as temporary chairman, elected Supervisor Dave Lefebvre as board chairman and discussed 2025 committee assignments; nominations were closed and the secretary cast a single ballot.
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Domestic violence survivors can choose not to bill health insurers for forensic medical services.
Lexington, Rockbridge County, Virginia
Lexington resident Daryl Lefebvre told the City Council Jan. 2 he regularly sees vehicles exceeding the 25 mph limit near Virginia Military Institute and urged the city to add speed trailers or cameras; the city manager agreed to follow up and connect him with staff.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
At its June 12 meeting the Board of Health voted to pause consideration of variance applications that would allow additional bedrooms based on IA septic systems, citing new research and the need for further review; the moratorium runs until the board’s Sept. 18 meeting and excludes replacements with no increase in flow.
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Bill facilitates reimbursement for forensic services related to domestic violence incidents.
New Canaan, Fairfield, Connecticut
The New Canaan Audit Subcommittee voted to recommend that the full audit committee consider hiring CLA for an operating-expense audit focused on procure-to-pay activities, with a later phase proposed for capital expenses.
Lycoming County, Pennsylvania
Public commenter and commissioners discussed the county’s collegial working style; commissioners attributed their cooperation to professionalism, teamwork and focusing on local, practical issues rather than national partisan disputes.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The Zoning Board approved a special permit allowing a vertical expansion of a preexisting nonconforming dwelling at 4 Spruce Street, finding the work will not be substantially more detrimental to the neighborhood and requiring conformity with an HDC certificate of appropriateness.
Camden County, New Jersey
At its annual reorganization meeting the Camden County Board of Commissioners swore in newly elected and returning commissioners and county officers, elected Louis (Lou) Capelli Jr. as director and Edward T. McDonald as deputy director, and by roll call adopted resolutions 1–55 plus two walk-on salary resolutions.
Moore County Schools, School Districts, North Carolina
Director of Exceptional Children Services requested board approval to renew four annual contracts for audiology, developmental-day placements, nursing and sign-language interpreting; staff said costs did not increase from last year and recommended renewal on the consent agenda.
Plano, Collin County, Texas
ValleyQuest Design presented a site analysis for Tejas Park in north-central Plano, describing existing facilities, accessibility gaps, opportunities to create a central gathering hub and expand play areas, and a timeline that moves to design concepts in December and bidding in spring 2024. The firm invited public feedback via an online survey.
Tahlequah, Cherokee County, Oklahoma
During public comment, residents and department leaders asked the committee to prioritize drainage in Wheeler addition, a multigenerational respite center, an expanded animal shelter, library improvements and fire-station planning.
Oneonta, Otsego, New York
Staff outlined a possible shared-services agreement to provide GIS inventory and asset-management services to the town using city equipment and personnel, potentially supplemented by SUNY interns; council discussion supported the concept and staff will explore partnership details.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The Town of Nantucket Zoning Board of Appeals on June 12 approved a special permit allowing a residential swimming pool and spa at 8 Sandwich Road, finding the lot meets VR-district criteria and imposing conditions on equipment location, landscaping and water handling.
Moore County Schools, School Districts, North Carolina
Public comment at the Aug. 12 Moore County Board of Education meeting focused on redistricting, enrollment projections and equity, with parents, teachers and the Moore County NAACP pressing the board on overcrowding, forecast accuracy and alleged mistreatment of minority staff.
Lexington, Rockbridge County, Virginia
The City Council voted Jan. 2 to authorize a change in the Rockbridge Area Community Services Board bylaws to reduce membership from 15 to 10, preserving proportional representation; the change takes effect as terms expire and after participating jurisdictions act.
Oneonta, Otsego, New York
City staff presented a quarterly employment report showing steady 12‑month hiring averages and vacancy counts as of Dec. 31; staff said recent across-the-board raises for unions and administrators likely helped retention.
Tahlequah, Cherokee County, Oklahoma
City manager Michael Spurgeon and Broken Arrow leaders described a five-part approach to preparing voter-backed general obligation bond packages, including consistent messaging, third-party surveys and early engineering cost estimates.
North Penn SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Committee received informational updates: North Penn received ASBO's Meritorious Budget Award for a 10th consecutive year; the PSERS/PCERS employer contribution rate was certified at 34% for 2025'026; and the district qualified for a 5% workers' compensation premium discount worth $45,264.
Oneonta, Otsego, New York
Staff presented confidential details on a collective bargaining agreement in a separate memo and recommended discussing the item in executive session; council agreed to move it to the discussion agenda and consider executive session review at a council meeting, with no formal action recorded in the transcript excerpt.
State Water Resources Control Board, Boards and Commissions, Executive, California
A State Water Resources Control Board staff member outlined step-by-step requirements for adding a device to the RWTD portal, including required fields, certification dates, technology entries and a support contact email.
Lycoming County, Pennsylvania
County elections staff reported receipt of five bids for Group B of polling-place ADA ramp renovations and outlined the expected scope and number of sites covered under the second contract.
North Penn SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The finance committee voted to place December budget transfers totaling $678,036.50 and two professional-services RFPs (auditor and insurance broker) on the Jan. 23 action agenda.
State Water Resources Control Board, Boards and Commissions, Executive, California
A State Water Resources Control Board staff member outlined how account holders can view and manage manufacturers in the RWTD portal, including approval timelines, contact procedures, and portal tabs for devices, documents, addresses and representatives.
Lexington, Rockbridge County, Virginia
Lexington City Council voted unanimously Jan. 2 to permit portions of the Bank of the James building, 45 S. Main St., to be used for administrative facilities associated with VMI alumni agencies under CUP2025‑01, subject to two staff conditions and a limited term.
Oneonta, Otsego, New York
The council approved appointments to the Climate Smart Communities task force and discussed recent activities including state certification, a community repair cafe and next steps such as procurement guidance and expected state funding.
Carroll County, Georgia
The county will issue an RFQ for a lighting design professional to assess electrical needs, review warranties and help prepare RFPs for fixture and electrical work on recreation facilities; the board placed the RFQ on the consent agenda.
North Penn SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The committee voted to place a parameters resolution (authorization up to $15 million) for initial borrowing tied to Phase 1 of the district's $260 million high-school project on the Jan. 23 action agenda, after reviewing three borrowing scenarios and credit-rating implications.
Moore County Schools, School Districts, North Carolina
Moore County Schools presented guiding principles for district-wide student assignment, plans to reuse modular classrooms to relieve middle-school capacity, and a transportation analysis of bus-travel impacts for draft reassignment scenarios.
Hancock County, West Virginia
On Jan. 2, 2025, the Hancock County Commission elected Commissioner Cech as president and Paul Cowie as president pro tempore, each declared by acclamation at the commission's first meeting of the year.
Lycoming County, Pennsylvania
At its Jan. 2 meeting the Lycoming County Board of Commissioners voted to approve a package of personnel actions, vendor agreements, facility and IT contracts, grant awards and other items; one contract was tabled for revision.
Victoria City, Victoria County, Texas
Victoria City Planning Commission voted Oct. 17 to grant two variances affecting 1108 Cervantes Street, including a retroactive variance for a manufactured home that encroaches roughly 6 to 7 feet into the lot’s platted front-yard setback and a separate variance allowing a new carport to encroach on the platted setback.
North Penn SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The finance committee moved a tax-collector compensation resolution to the Feb. 11 agenda that leaves per-bill compensation unchanged but adds certification, software-access and deposit requirements and clarifies reimbursable expenses.
Carroll County, Georgia
County attorney presented a resolution to convert accrued sick and vacation balances to PTO and to pay out comp hours above the new PTO cap; commissioners placed the resolution on the Jan. 7 consent agenda and asked for a six-month review of the new policy.
Victoria City, Victoria County, Texas
Staff reported combined cost increases of about $5.65 million across residential, utility and thoroughfare projects, and proposed covering the gap with $2.2 million of construction-fund interest and underruns, $300,000 from the TxDOT overpass fund, a $1.75 million increase in CO bonds and smaller budget amendments to utility and sales-tax funds.
North Penn SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The finance committee voted to send a proposed second 30-day extension of the Pulte due-diligence period on the movie-lot sale to the Jan. 23 action meeting; a court hearing on the sale is scheduled for Jan. 27.
Moore County Schools, School Districts, North Carolina
District staff previewed a planned early-September switch to SchoolMessenger’s Communicate service and the Presence website platform, saying the systems will integrate with PowerSchool, improve reporting and ADA compliance, and reduce costs modestly over three years.
Lexington, Rockbridge County, Virginia
Commonwealth’s Attorney Josh Elrod told the City Council Jan. 2 that a full‑time recovery court coordinator is needed to start a regional recovery court; he asked Lexington to contribute $13,000 of an estimated $76,000–$77,000 first‑year cost. Council took no formal action but signaled support and noted available opioid‑abatement funds.
State Water Resources Control Board, Boards and Commissions, Executive, California
The State Water Resources Control Board published a step-by-step video showing how manufacturers can request and sign in to accounts on the Residential Water Treatment Device Registration (RWTD) portal, including email verification, manufacturer contact entry, two-factor authentication setup and support contact details.
Carroll County, Georgia
The county's finance director told commissioners that November revenue totaled $42,646,877 and expenses were $32,363,426; revenue and expense percentages are close to budgeted pacing despite some categories lagging.
Coffee County, Tennessee
The Coffee County Historical Society told the county's Capital Outlay Committee Jan. 2 that it has secured a $150,000 Tennessee Historical Commission grant requiring a 10% match and a separate Tennessee State Museum grant to replace ceiling tiles and lighting in the courthouse museum.
Plano, Collin County, Texas
A Gunaway design consultant presented the history, existing features and potential improvements for Haggard Park in Historic Downtown Plano and requested public feedback; no formal decisions were recorded.
Texarkana City, Bowie County, Texas
The council approved routine consent items, two reappointments, multiple resolutions and one major contract; the FY25 budget ordinance was postponed to Sept. 9. Listed are motions, movers, seconds and outcomes recorded at the meeting.
Carroll County, Georgia
At a Jan. 2 Carroll County work session commissioners agreed to place multiple items on the Jan. 7 consent agenda, including contracts for the new West Georgia judicial circuit, a PTO leave transition payout, the 9-1-1 CAD assessment, an RFQ for recreation lighting and zoning map readoption.
Victoria City, Victoria County, Texas
Todd, a consultant working with the city’s design team, and city staff presented updated renderings and two cost options for the proposed community-center master plan at the Dec. 10 council workshop: a roughly $35 million option and a roughly $45 million option.
Berrien County, Michigan
The Berrien County Board of Commissioners voted to continue using its existing bylaws and rules of procedure while staff prepares revisions, approved a 2025 meeting calendar that includes four evening meetings, maintained several officer appointments, and circulated updated conflict-of-interest disclosure forms for signing.
Moore County Schools, School Districts, North Carolina
Four bids opened for the new Pinehurst Elementary School; apparent low bidder Thomas Construction Group submitted $31,750,000, about $2.88 million above the project line-item construction budget. District staff described contingencies, potential savings and a September award recommendation.
Texarkana City, Bowie County, Texas
City Manager David Orr briefed council on a Riverbend member proposal to continue the FY24 water production rate of $1.2606 per 1,000 gallons into FY25 to produce roughly $730,000 to help pay $6–7.5 million estimated costs to relocate part of the jointly owned Highway 82 transmission main.
Lee County, Illinois
At its Jan. 2, 2025 meeting the Lee County Zoning Board of Appeals approved minutes from Nov. 7, 2024, continued a variance petition (24‑p‑1632) and a map‑amendment petition (24‑p‑1635) to February, and recessed to its next meeting on Feb. 6, 2025.
Victoria City, Victoria County, Texas
Several planning commissioners asked staff on Oct. 17 to revisit the city’s Unified Development Ordinance parking provisions after members said a recent Pearl Homes site plan met the UDO but relied on on‑street parking.
Victoria City, Victoria County, Texas
A Victoria City resident told the planning commission on Oct. 17 that residents of his trailer park have been charged for water leaks and inconsistent billing; he sought help and thanked city officials and a municipal judge for assistance.
Coffee County, Tennessee
The Capital Outlay Committee set bid dates for the animal shelter and health department, authorized staff to obtain HVAC replacement quotes from the county's service contractor, and heard status updates on senior center flooring, the community room and welcome signage requiring TDOT permission.
Victoria City, Victoria County, Texas
On Dec. 10 the council approved two ordinances on second and third reading amending the 2024–25 budget: a $1,226,176 allocation for a paid‑time‑off (PTO) buyout program and $203,966 to fund a retroactive cost‑of‑living adjustment in the TMRS plan.
Moore County Schools, School Districts, North Carolina
School and district officials described steps to retest impacted students, support services for seniors and a district ‘fire team’ to review testing procedures after Pine Crest High School misplaced ACT answer sheets.
Los Banos, Merced County, California
At the public forum, a Pacific Gas and Electric representative said electric rates will remain flat while a downtown resident urged ongoing funding for microchipping, spay/neuter and licensing programs at the city shelter.
Coffee County, Tennessee
The Coffee County Capital Outlay Committee voted Jan. 2 to send an emergency jail battery purchase to Budget & Finance for possible reimbursement from capital-project funds.
Lee County, Illinois
On Jan. 2, 2025, the Lee County Zoning Board of Appeals voted to recommend approval of a special-use permit for an auto-repair operation at 823 Sterling Road in Dixon, subject to conditions including a 15-vehicle limit and compliance with Lee County hazardous-materials rules.
Carroll County, Georgia
Community Development presented the county's annual readoption of the official zoning map; commissioners agreed to place the readoption on the Jan. 7 consent agenda. The readopted map will reflect rezonings enacted during 2024.
Los Banos, Merced County, California
The Los Banos City Council appointed Christopher Perricone to a four-year term on the Planning Commission for District 1, filling a single vacancy after an interview and unanimous vote.
Hancock County, West Virginia
Hancock County commissioners approved personnel and committee appointments, a change to the finance administrator’s salary, the hourly rate for a part‑time animal control officer and authorized advertising for a shelter director on Jan. 2.
Los Banos, Merced County, California
The City Council directed staff to use a modified ranking (point) system to narrow 13 applicants for two District 2 and 3 vacancies, set interview rules and scheduled candidate interviews for Jan. 8 at 6 p.m.