What happened on Saturday, 04 January 2025
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Planning commission approves small‑scale mixed‑use infill at Oconee and Ann Street with sewer condition
Warner Robins, Houston County, Georgia
Commissioners approved a plan to rezone 1280 Oconee/Ann Street to RM2 and permit a planned development with two small commercial buildings and duplexes; approval was conditioned on providing a sanitary sewer connection to serve the new units.
Source: 01-02-2025 Planning Commission 46:29
Planning commission tables Winslow Park PD amendment after staff finds plan "incompatible" with 2023 comprehensive plan
Warner Robins, Houston County, Georgia
Athens-Clarke County planning staff recommended denial of a 944-unit amendment to the Winslow Park planned development, citing reduced mixed‑use character, loss of design principles and connectivity. The applicant asked for a table; the commission voted unanimously to table the item for up to 90 days.
Source: 01-02-2025 Planning Commission 52:59
Votes at a glance: Nov. 4 Douglas County Planning Commission — agenda, plan revisions and new actions
Douglas County, Nevada
The Planning Commission took a series of votes on Nov. 4, 2020: it approved several goal and policy changes to the draft master plan, added a new arts funding action, and removed some proposed items (including a water rights acquisition policy and a proposed stormwater district). Vote counts and movers are listed below.
Source: Douglas County Planning Commission - Special Meeting | November 4, 2020 04:28
Fringe Pizza’s change‑of‑class to hotel‑restaurant license approved after board hears about hybrid self‑service model
Boulder, Boulder County, Colorado
Fringe Pizza LLC (a well‑tapped eatery at 2900 Valmont Road) received board approval to change its class from beer‑and‑wine to hotel‑restaurant liquor license. The owners described a hybrid self‑service beverage wall and table service and told the board they card all patrons and restrict vertical and expired IDs.
Source: 12-18-24 Beverage Licensing Authority Meeting 08:06
Planning commission backs ordinance requiring maintenance plans for closed golf courses
Douglas County, Nevada
After a staff and legal presentation, the commission approved changes that require maintenance plans for golf courses that cease commercial operations and raised nuisance fines; staff and D.A. clarified the proposal applies to golf courses, not general agriculture or open space.
Source: Douglas County Planning Commission | August 10, 2021 08:33
Board reviews parks fee changes to give local nonprofits limited free use; considers folding Greenway advisory into Parks & Beautification
Board of Mayor and Aldermen Meetings, La Vergne City, Rutherford County, Tennessee
Workshop discussion on Jan. 2 covered proposed ordinances to allow qualifying nonprofits limited free use of the multipurpose building and changes to pavilion fees, plus debate over eliminating the Greenway Advisory Committee and moving its work under Parks and Recreation or Beautification.
Source: La Vergne Board of Mayor & Aldermen Workshop - 1/02/25 09:45
Senator Don Harmon introduces technical amendment to Illinois Custody Relinquishment Prevention Act
2024 Introduced Bills, Senate, 2024 Bills, Illinois Legislation Bills, Illinois
Illinois General Assembly amends Custody Relinquishment Prevention Act with technical changes.
Source: SB0866 00:00
BLA approves Bridal Market (Whole Foods‑owned) wine and beer modification; store leaders cited customer demand
Boulder, Boulder County, Colorado
The authority approved a modification to allow fermented malt beverage and wine sales at Bridal Market (Whole Foods‑owned) at 1275 Alpine Ave., citing customer requests and limited assortment; the store said projected sales are small and that training and POS safeguards are in place.
Source: 12-18-24 Beverage Licensing Authority Meeting 22:25
Douglas County Planning Commission advances master plan updates, directs staff to add permit data and clarify growth-management tables
Douglas County, Nevada
At its Nov. 10, 2020 meeting the Douglas County Planning Commission reviewed portions of the 2020 master plan update — economic development, growth management and housing, and public safety — and voted unanimously on several motions directing staff to add data and clarify tables before a Nov. 17 follow-up meeting.
Source: Douglas County Planning Commission | November 10, 2020 00:00
Springdale council fails to adopt ordinance to permit backyard hens, rabbits and bees
Springdale City Council, Springdale, Hamilton County, Ohio
After a public hearing and extended debate, the Springdale City Council voted 4-3 on Jan. 2 against Ordinance 55-2024 — a proposed update to the city code that would have allowed limited keeping of hens, rabbits and bees under a new permit system. The measure needed a supermajority and therefore failed.
Source: Springdale City Council 1/2/25 11:16
La Verne board asks staff to order new impact-fee study after debate over cutting commercial fees
Board of Mayor and Aldermen Meetings, La Vergne City, Rutherford County, Tennessee
At a Jan. 2 Board of Mayor and Aldermen workshop, members debated lowering commercial retail impact fees but agreed to commission an updated study and leave fees unchanged until it returns, citing legal constraints and potential revenue losses.
Source: La Vergne Board of Mayor & Aldermen Workshop - 1/02/25 21:55
New Yakitori restaurant license approved; BLA requires written alcohol policy and updated premise map
Boulder, Boulder County, Colorado
The BLA approved a new hotel‑restaurant liquor license for Yakitori Gorahi LLC at 2250 Pearl St., subject to a more detailed alcohol policy and an updated premises map showing occupancy and liquor storage to be provided before the next hearing.
Source: 12-18-24 Beverage Licensing Authority Meeting 28:41
Senator Don Harmon introduces technical amendment to Illinois Psychotropic Medications Act
2024 Introduced Bills, Senate, 2024 Bills, Illinois Legislation Bills, Illinois
Illinois General Assembly considers technical changes to Administration of Psychotropic Medications to Children Act
Source: SB0865 00:00
Planning commission recommends approval of Buckeye Farm Specific Plan, 4-2; water, parking and TDRs flagged by commissioners
Douglas County, Nevada
On Dec. 8 the Douglas County Planning Commission voted 4-2 to recommend approval of the Buckeye Farm Specific Plan (PC Resolution 2020-04), a 1,044-acre plan that would allow up to 2,218 dwelling units in the Minden/Gardnerville receiving area, subject to conditions including a conservation easement and TDR restrictions.
Source: Planning Commission Meeting | December 8, 2020 35:35
Doral posts January schedule: government closures, council meetings and arts programs
Doral, Miami-Dade County, Florida
The City of Doral announced January closures on Jan. 1 and Jan. 20, council meetings on Jan. 15, and a series of Cultural Arts Center workshops and family events, with registration at cityofdoral.eventbrite.com.
Source: Calendar of Events - January 2025 01:17
Mission roundup: Veterans Day, Thanksgiving dinners, tree lighting, health fair, Adopta un Abuelo, Cops for Kids, citrus festival
Mission, Hidalgo County, Texas
Mission officials and community groups held a series of seasonal events in late 2024, including a Veterans Day ceremony, holiday tree lighting and free community services.
Source: Mission Cumplida 01:46
Commission approves Digital DSI renewals for Microsoft 365 and Kaseya; excludes some SaaS items
Morgan County, West Virginia
Morgan County approved a proposal from Digital DSI to renew managed IT services and subscriptions including Microsoft 365 and Kaseya, with an exception for certain software-as-a-service items; commissioners authorized using existing IT funds to pay the vendor.
Source: Commission Meeting 1/3/2025 03:53
Douglas County planning commission approves major setback variance for Tamarack Drive home
Douglas County, Nevada
On July 13, 2021, the Douglas County Planning Commission voted 4–3 to grant a major variance reducing a recorded 30-foot side yard setback to 10 feet at 1248 Tamarack Drive so the owners can build a carport and extend a deck. Staff had recommended denial, citing inability to make required findings under county code.
Source: Douglas County Planning Commission | July 13, 2021 01:12:05
Public speakers press council for shelters, crime response and transparency on police payouts
Portland, Multnomah County, Oregon
Public testimony at the Jan. 2 Portland City Council meeting focused on homelessness, public safety and business impacts: business owners described repeated theft and violence, advocates pressed for transparency on police misconduct settlements, and health and community leaders urged wraparound services alongside shelter capacity.
Source: Portland City Council Regular Meeting 01/02/25 09:19
Senator Don Harmon introduces SB0770 to amend Illinois Public Utilities Act
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Illinois General Assembly considers technical amendment to the Public Utilities Act through SB0770
Source: SB0770 00:00
Planning commission sends mixed recommendations on growth-management amendments to commissioners
Douglas County, Nevada
After extended public and expert testimony, the Planning Commission forwarded staff-proposed changes to the building-permit allocation (growth management) ordinance to the Board of County Commissioners without recommending approval or denial.
Source: Douglas County Planning Commission | August 10, 2021 00:00
Charter Review Board reviews proposed code of conduct for members, discusses disclosures and sunshine rules
Fort Lauderdale, Broward County, Florida
The board reviewed a proposed code of conduct requiring written affirmation, prohibitions on abusive language and social-media harassment, and guidance on disclosures and state ethics processes.
Source: Charter Revision Board Meeting 1.2.2025 02:05
Riverside nightclub renewal approved conditionally after late filing; monthly sales‑tax checks ordered
Boulder, Boulder County, Colorado
The BLA conditionally renewed the Riverside lodging and entertainment liquor license after the owner acknowledged an administrative failure to renew before expiration. The authority required monthly sales‑tax confirmation emails for 12 months and that the licensee appear if the account is not in good standing.
Source: 12-18-24 Beverage Licensing Authority Meeting 29:23
Mayor outlines immediate priorities: public-safety appointments, Feb. 28 budget timeline, CEI review and labor talks
Portland, Multnomah County, Oregon
Mayor Wilson briefed council on expected votes on public-safety leadership, a Feb. 28 timeline for budget recommendations, ongoing union negotiations, and work on the CEI/Zenith land-use issues including a FEMA-funded study; staff offered to brief council on Zenith and land-use compatibility.
Source: Portland City Council Work Session - Winter Shelter Update 01/02/25 05:03
Douglas County planning commissioners delete draft policy on county acquisition of water rights after heated debate
Douglas County, Nevada
Commissioners voted 7-0 to remove a proposed master-plan policy that would have said Douglas County should “acquire groundwater and surface water rights,” after commissioners and staff raised legal and practical concerns about scope, intent and potential resale of rights.
Source: Douglas County Planning Commission - Special Meeting | November 4, 2020 24:27
Senator Don Harmon introduces technical amendment to Illinois Health Maintenance Organization Act
2024 Introduced Bills, Senate, 2024 Bills, Illinois Legislation Bills, Illinois
Senator Don Harmon amends Illinois Health Maintenance Organization Act with technical changes.
Source: SB0768 00:00
Clarksburg manager outlines building, code, police and fire activity; grant review pending with West Virginia First Foundation
Clarksburg, Harrison County, West Virginia
City Manager Tiffany on Jan. 2 reported that city departments issued dozens of permits, handled hundreds of public-safety calls in December and advanced several downtown redevelopment initiatives.
Source: Clarksburg City Council Meeting - 1/2/25 16:16
Morgan County Commission elects William Clark as 2025 president, approves appointments and schedules
Morgan County, West Virginia
The Morgan County Commission on a voice vote elected Commissioner William Clark president for 2025 and approved board appointments, meeting schedules, a bank signatory change and the transfer of a county employee; the body also adopted its consent agenda and adjourned.
Source: Commission Meeting 1/3/2025 49:55
Douglas County Planning Commission approves Gardnerville mural at Midtown Plaza West
Douglas County, Nevada
The Douglas County Planning Commission on Dec. 8 approved a special-use permit for a mural at 1492 Highway 395 in Gardnerville, to be mounted on a removable frame and maintained by Main Street Gardnerville; the panel voted 6-0.
Source: Planning Commission Meeting | December 8, 2020 11:30
Planning commission recommends rezoning 6500 South 1300 East from low-density residential to neighborhood business
Murray City Council, Murray , Salt Lake County, Utah
The Murray City Planning Commission on Jan. 2, 2025 voted unanimously to forward to the City Council a recommendation to change the future land use designation and rezone the parcel at 6500 South 1300 East from low-density residential (R18) to Neighborhood Business (RNB).
Source: Murray City, Live January, 2, 2025 09:11
Secaucus Board of Education swears in three members, elects Diadetta president and Bartletta vice president; approves 22 resolutions
Secaucus School District, School Districts, New Jersey
At its reorganization meeting, the Secaucus Board of Education administered oaths to three newly elected members, elected Kelly Diadetta president and Lance Bartletta vice president, approved resolutions R1.01–R1.22 and scheduled an executive session before the next regular meeting to address litigation, personnel and contract matters.
Source: Secaucus Board of Education Reorganization Meeting January 3rd 2025 17:30
Douglas County Planning Commission forwards 2020 master plan update to county commissioners
Douglas County, Nevada
After weeks of review and dozens of public comments, the Douglas County Planning Commission voted to approve the 2020 master plan update and forward it to the Board of County Commissioners, with several small amendments and new implementation actions.
Source: Douglas County Planning Commission | November 17, 2020 03:30:14
After multiple ballots and legal questions, council elects Pearl Guinea as first council president; Koyama Lane chosen vice president
Portland, Multnomah County, Oregon
Following repeated rounds of voting and a legal dispute over whether the mayor could break tie votes, the expanded Portland City Council elected Councilor Pertle Guinea as council president by majority and Councilor Koyama Lane as vice president (unanimous).
Source: Portland City Council Regular Meeting 01/02/25 01:16:44
Douglas County planning commissioners debate requiring in-person attendance, stop short of a vote
Douglas County, Nevada
Planning commissioners debated calls to require in-person attendance for meetings and whether virtual access reduces public participation. Commissioners heard public comment urging virtual access to broaden participation, but took no formal action on Maureen's proposed bylaw amendment.
Source: Douglas County Planning Commission | August 10, 2021 22:41
Waffle Lab reports ID scanner success, says cover charge and scanner helped reduce fraudulent entry
Boulder, Boulder County, Colorado
Waffle Lab Boulder LLC told the BLA it has confiscated 23 IDs this month and credits a scanner and a recent cover charge for helping flag fraudulent IDs. The business said it will close over the holiday break and will notify licensing staff of exact dates.
Source: 12-18-24 Beverage Licensing Authority Meeting 05:01
City of Mission issues seasonal greeting
Mission, Hidalgo County, Texas
City of Mission delivered a brief holiday greeting to the community wishing residents a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year.
Source: Merry Christmas 2024 00:29
Mission names Mike Silva interim fire chief
Mission, Hidalgo County, Texas
The City of Mission announced Mike Silva as interim fire chief; the city noted Silva has 26 years of service. No effective date or predecessor was specified.
Source: Mission Cumplida 00:36
Somers Point council adopts slate of appointments, temporary budget and consultant contracts
Somers Point, Atlantic County, New Jersey
During its Feb. 2025 reorganization meeting, the Somers Point City Council adopted numerous resolutions appointing solicitors, board members, department officers and approving consultant and engineering contracts, primarily by unanimous voice votes or consent agenda.
Source: Somers Point City Council Meeting 2025-01-04 00:00
Portland to open 200 overnight winter shelter beds in two locations starting Jan. 7
Portland, Multnomah County, Oregon
Mayor announced a county-city partnership providing 200 low-barrier overnight winter shelter beds starting Jan. 7, funded by a $375,000 Multnomah County contribution matched by the city; Salvation Army will operate sites with a 1:20 staff-to-guest ratio and outreach tied to 311/211 and county teams.
Source: Portland City Council Work Session - Winter Shelter Update 01/02/25 05:13
Council adopts ordinance to transfer 435 Duff Avenue recreation facility to Clarksburg Land Reuse Agency
Clarksburg, Harrison County, West Virginia
On Jan. 2 the Clarksburg City Council held a public hearing and approved on second reading an ordinance transferring 435 Duff Avenue — the Clarksburg Recreation Facility — to the Clarksburg Land Reuse Agency for redevelopment.
Source: Clarksburg City Council Meeting - 1/2/25 00:30
Interim RAR representative says state hasn’t approved her trainer certification; BLA flags rule limits
Boulder, Boulder County, Colorado
Mandy Boltz told the authority she can train but the Colorado Liquor Enforcement Division has not approved her certification, meaning the city cannot accept her certificates under current BLA rules. The authority indicated any change would require full membership to be present and suggested case‑by‑case interim handling.
Source: 12-18-24 Beverage Licensing Authority Meeting 04:19
Somers Point swears in council members, elects Haberkorn council president and McGuigan president pro tem
Somers Point, Atlantic County, New Jersey
At its Feb. 2025 reorganization meeting, the Somers Point City Council swore in newly elected and returning members and unanimously elected Charles Haberkorn as council president and Sean McGuigan as president pro tempore.
Source: Somers Point City Council Meeting 2025-01-04 08:52
Volunteers monitor looted archaeological sites in Utah's West Desert
Utah Libraries and History, State Agencies, Organizations, Utah Executive Branch, Utah
Ian Wright of the Utah Cultural Site Stewardship Program said volunteers visited archaeological and cultural sites on Bureau of Land Management and U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service lands in the West Desert, noting one site had been looted and damaged in past years and emphasizing volunteers’ role in reporting changes to land managers.
Source: UCSS Fish Springs 01:03
UN warns Myanmar crisis is deepening; FAO reports global food-price dip; U.N. opens nominations for 2025 Mandela Prize
United Nations, Federal
The U.N. said conflict in Myanmar has driven more than 3.5 million people from their homes and that 2025 humanitarian needs are rising; the Food and Agriculture Organization reported a decline in the world food commodity price index for December 2024; the U.N. also opened nominations for the 2025 Nelson Rolihlahla Mandela Prize.
Source: Palestine, Lebanon & Syria - Daily Press Briefing (03 January 2024) | United Nations 02:24
UN reports continued tensions on Israel-Lebanon border as thousands remain displaced and WFP pre-positions supplies
United Nations, Federal
UNIFIL and humanitarian agencies reported ongoing Israeli Defense Forces activity north of the Blue Line, Lebanese Armed Forces redeployment, and nearly 124,000 people displaced in Lebanon; the World Food Programme said it has pre-positioned supplies and reached hundreds of thousands, with plans to scale up in 2024–2025.
Source: Palestine, Lebanon & Syria - Daily Press Briefing (03 January 2024) | United Nations 02:09
Council approves first reading of narrow amendments to council organization code
Portland, Multnomah County, Oregon
Portland City Council approved, on first reading, a package of short-term revisions to Chapter 3.02 of the city code intended to clarify committee assignment, agenda flow and the president's role; councilors approved two amendments and the ordinance moves to a second reading on Jan. 15, 2025.
Source: Portland City Council Regular Meeting 01/02/25 01:29:21
Delaware County EOC issues winter storm warning; motorists urged to avoid travel
Delaware County, Indiana
Kyle Johnson of the Delaware County Emergency Operations Center said the National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning in effect from 10 a.m. Sunday to 7 p.m. Monday, forecasting 5 to 7 inches of snow and a light glaze of ice and warning that travel could be very difficult.
Source: Winter Storm Briefing Saturday January 4th 4pm 01:11
Board approves routine curriculum, student-services, personnel and finance items; tables parent-organization policy
Matawan-Aberdeen Regional School District, School Districts, New Jersey
The board approved a package of curriculum, student-services, personnel and finance items and also voted to table the parent-organization policy. The board entered executive session during the meeting. This article lists key actions recorded on the agenda.
Source: MARSD BOE, Regular Action Meeting, 12 - 19 - 2024 54:42
Cranford reorganization: Terrence Curran elected mayor; Paul Gallo named deputy mayor; consent agenda passes
Cranford, Union County, New Jersey
At its Jan. 2025 reorganization meeting the Cranford Township Committee elected Terrence Curran as mayor and Paul A. Gallo as deputy mayor, administered oaths of office to returning and new officials, and approved a consent agenda of 90 resolutions covering appointments and professional contracts.
Source: Cranford Township Committee Reorganization Jan 4 2025 01:16:57
UN rights office warns hospital destruction, staff deaths have pushed Gaza health system to breaking point; UNRWA faces potential ban
United Nations, Federal
The U.N. rights office and U.N. agencies told the Security Council that attacks on hospitals, heavy health-worker casualties and blocked aid have left Gaza’s health system near collapse, while a pending Israeli Knesset bill to bar UNRWA from operating there could deepen the crisis.
Source: Palestine, Lebanon & Syria - Daily Press Briefing (03 January 2024) | United Nations 00:28
Santa Cruz County supervisors ratify local emergency for Dec. 24 coastal storm
Santa Cruz County, California
The Santa Cruz County Board of Supervisors on Dec. 27 unanimously ratified a county proclamation of a local emergency for the Dec. 24 coastal storm, enabling requests for state and federal assistance including SBA support.
Source: Santa Cruz Board of Supervisors 12/27/24 06:35
Boulder police report 1,700 fake IDs turned in; regional liquor-enforcement group forming
Boulder, Boulder County, Colorado
Boulder Police told the Beverage Licensing Authority that officers have processed about 1,700 fake IDs this year, with ongoing investigations into underage access to licensed establishments. The department said it will work with neighboring jurisdictions on coordinated liquor enforcement and is seeking improved ‘last-drink’ data.
Source: 12-18-24 Beverage Licensing Authority Meeting 02:35
Board members press for clearer breakdown of staffing allotments and class‑size data
New Hanover County Schools, School Districts, North Carolina
School staff explained state allotment formulas and local allocation choices for 'certified instructional support' jobs, and board members asked for comparative charts showing state versus local allocations, class‑size trends and a student‑facing vs. admin staffing breakdown.
Source: NHCS Board of Ed. Finance Committee Meeting | Jan. 3rd, 2025 24:16
Planning commission approves 469-square-foot addition to Utah Woolen Mills on State Street
Murray City Council, Murray , Salt Lake County, Utah
On Jan. 2, 2025 the Murray City Planning Commission granted site-plan approval for a 469-square-foot front addition to the Utah Woolen Mills men's shop at 61100 South State Street, subject to six conditions; staff recommended approval and no public comments were received.
Source: Murray City, Live January, 2, 2025 05:51
Commission reappoints Seth Engleboer chair and Linda Williams vice chair; committee appointees continued
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The Nantucket Conservation Commission re-elected Seth Engleboer as chair and Linda Williams as vice chair for another one-year term and voted to continue current committee appointments for another year.
Source: Nantucket Conservation Commission - July 24, 2025 03:26
Douglas County master plan wins Nevada APA rural-plan award
Douglas County, Nevada
Douglas County staff and the planning commission celebrated a Nevada Chapter American Planning Association award recognizing the county’s 2020 Master Plan as the Outstanding Rural Plan/Project.
Source: Douglas County Planning Commission | December 14, 2021 09:26
Clarksburg council approves five-year agreement to buy tasers using ARPA funds
Clarksburg, Harrison County, West Virginia
The Clarksburg City Council on Jan. 2 approved a five-year agreement to purchase conducted-energy devices (tasers) from Accent Enterprise Inc., to be paid in five equal annual installments using ARPA funds and previously allocated interest.
Source: Clarksburg City Council Meeting - 1/2/25 05:52
WHO says Gaza hospitals ‘pushed to the breaking point,’ urges urgent access and medical evacuations
United Nations, Federal
The World Health Organization warned that Gaza’s health system is critically degraded after 14 months of conflict, reporting limited hospital capacity, thousands needing medical evacuation, verified attacks on health facilities and calls for unfettered access, sustained aid flows and an urgent ceasefire.
Source: Gaza: WHO Warns Hospitals on Brink Amid Damage, Detentions, & Health Crisis | United Nations 09:58
County staff outline scale of local support for schools and warn of revenue changes
New Hanover County Schools, School Districts, North Carolina
County and school staff detailed how property and sales taxes underpin most school funding, highlighted recent one‑time capital allocations and county-funded services (school nurses, mental‑health therapists, SROs), and warned a $1.4 million red‑light camera revenue stream will end in FY26.
Source: NHCS Board of Ed. Finance Committee Meeting | Jan. 3rd, 2025 11:04
Charter Review Board asks staff for citywide orientation, agrees to prioritize public-lands and election items
Fort Lauderdale, Broward County, Florida
Fort Lauderdale’s Charter Review Board voted to ask staff to produce a citywide orientation and to focus early work on public lands and elections after months of internal education and public-access concerns.
Source: Charter Revision Board Meeting 1.2.2025 39:55
Conservation commission issues four certificates of compliance for completed projects
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The commission unanimously approved four certificates of compliance covering two Eloise Nominee Trust properties on Sandy Drive and two White Elephant Hotel Residences LLC lots on North Water Street, finding work in substantial compliance with issued orders.
Source: Nantucket Conservation Commission - July 24, 2025 06:20
Ritter defeats Speedway 85-55; Raiders’ shooting and rebounding swing game
Town of Speedway, Marion County, Indiana
Cardinal Ritter beat the Speedway Spark Plugs 85-55 at Speedway High School. Ritter made 11 three-pointers, shot better than 50% from the field and out-rebounded Speedway by a wide margin; Speedway’s Drew Mitalik led his team with 24 points.
Source: Speedway High School Basketball vs Cardinal Ritter 01:44:14
Board recognizes state-champion marching band and grants tenure to district educators
Matawan-Aberdeen Regional School District, School Districts, New Jersey
The board honored the high school marching band for winning a state championship and presented tenure and certificates of recognition to staff, including music teacher Sam Levine; the public portion included student performances.
Source: MARSD BOE, Regular Action Meeting, 12 - 19 - 2024 15:10
Story County Sheriff's Office granted OHV funds after account of fatal crash; radio purchase urged be in-state
Commission on Off-Highway Vehicles, Executive Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Nevada
After describing recent OHV crashes and a May 2024 fatality, Story County Sergeant Beaumont won commission backing for enforcement and outreach funding of $28,065.78; the award carries a stipulation that the $4,500 radio purchase be sourced from an in-state vendor where possible.
Source: OHV Commission Meeting Recording 12/13/2024 Part 2 02:22:29
Commission issues RDA for septic upgrade at 59 Starbuck Road after adjacent owner raises trespass concerns
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The commission issued a Determination of Applicability with a Negative 3 and Positive 2a for a septic upgrade at 59 Starbuck Road; an adjacent property owner raised concerns about historical trespass and potential wetland disruption during public comment.
Source: Nantucket Conservation Commission - July 24, 2025 05:08
Douglas County planning commission accepts 2021 activities report and forwards it to commissioners
Douglas County, Nevada
The Douglas County Planning Commission voted 5-0 to accept its 2021 activities report, which summarizes the planning division’s caseload, administrative reviews and notable trends, and will forward the report to the Board of County Commissioners.
Source: Douglas County Planning Commission | December 21, 2021 10:22
Salt Lake County School Board votes to enter closed session Dec. 30 to discuss personnel and litigation
Salt Lake County School Board, Salt Lake School District , Utah School Boards, Utah
The Salt Lake County School Board voted to enter a closed executive session on Dec. 30, 2024, to discuss the character or health of an individual and pending or reasonably imminent litigation; the board also agreed to adjourn immediately after the closed session.
Source: video3988857276 00:00
Keep Truckee Meadows Beautiful pitches multi-site cleanup, commissioners decline funding this cycle
Commission on Off-Highway Vehicles, Executive Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Nevada
Keep Truckee Meadows Beautiful described a multi-site anti-dumping and trail-maintenance plan involving about 200 volunteers and an estimated 34 tons of waste removal; the commission opted not to fund the application in the current cycle, citing budget and scope questions.
Source: OHV Commission Meeting Recording 12/13/2024 Part 2 03:15:19
Fence relocation at 62 Anoma Way continued after commission debate over 50-foot buffer encroachment
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The commission heard a proposal to relocate a fence at 62 Anoma Way that would encroach 5–8 feet into the 50-foot buffer to a bordering vegetated wetland near Tom Nevers Pond; after discussion the applicant requested a continuance to August 7 to pursue a compromise.
Source: Nantucket Conservation Commission - July 24, 2025 16:14
Francis Howell board narrows superintendent search plan; opts for confidential search and stakeholder engagement
Francis Howell R-III, School Districts, Missouri
Consultants from School Exec Connect reviewed a compressed timeline, recommended a confidential search, a districtwide survey (Jan. 13–20) and focus groups (Jan. 21–22). The board signaled consensus on confidentiality and approved communications and logistics leads, while deferring final decisions on stakeholder presence at finalist interviews.
Source: Board of Education, Special Zoom Meeting, January 2nd 01:22:57
Conservation commission approves addition, septic upgrade and grants waiver at 16 Codfish Park Road
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The Nantucket Conservation Commission voted 6–0 (with one recusal) to issue an order of conditions for an addition and Title 5 septic upgrade at 16 Codfish Park Road, granting a waiver under Nantucket wetland regulations for work separated from the coastal dune by a traveled access way.
Source: Nantucket Conservation Commission - July 24, 2025 02:05
Nevada OHV commission splits on grant awards, funds local enforcement and outreach while tabling federal land projects
Commission on Off-Highway Vehicles, Executive Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Nevada
At its Dec. 13 meeting the Nevada Commission on Off-Highway Vehicles approved several local grants for enforcement, outreach and trail amenities, reduced an administrative fee on a large nonprofit award, and declined or tabled multiple federal land-management applications pending further review.
Source: OHV Commission Meeting Recording 12/13/2024 Part 2 42:34
Planning commission approves rezoning and special‑use permit for A&S Metals recycling facility near Minden airport
Douglas County, Nevada
The commission voted 5–0 to recommend rezoning a 9‑acre parcel from Light Industrial to General Industrial and approved a special‑use permit, 4–1, for a proposed 26,000‑square‑foot industrial recycling facility by A&S Metals (SJR LLC) with six staff conditions; a proposed one‑year reporting condition failed to pass.
Source: Douglas County Planning Commission | October 12, 2021 01:11:17
Downers Grove leaders form joint study group to examine how library trustees are selected
Downers Grove GSD 58, School Boards, Illinois
Village Council and the Library Board of Trustees agreed to form a joint subcommittee to study options for selecting library trustees, set an exploratory timeline and remove a related January agenda item; no formal change to governance was adopted.
Source: Joint Meeting: Village of Downers Grove & Library Board of Trustees 42:51
Glassboro council introduces ordinance to rename Tucker Street to Rock Road
Glassboro, Gloucester County, New Jersey
Council introduced Ordinance 25-01 on Jan. 14 to rename Tucker Street to Rock Road; the ordinance was introduced and advanced by roll-call vote but not adopted at the meeting.
Source: Reorganization Meeting 1/4/25 00:29
Delaware County Emergency Management outlines three winter travel advisory levels
Delaware County, Indiana
A Delaware County Emergency Management staff member reviewed the county's three travel advisory levels—advisory, watch and warning—and directed residents to county and state websites for current conditions and instructions.
Source: Understanding Travel Advisory Levels 01:51
Madison County approves two rural subdivisions amid runoff, drainage concerns
Madison County, Iowa
After public hearings, the Madison County Board of Supervisors approved the Hilltop Timber Estate and Peterson Estate subdivisions. Supervisors raised repeated concerns about runoff, watershed impacts and road drainage, and asked applicants to return with mitigation plans.
Source: Madison County Supervisors Meeting Dec 23, 2024 49:14
Planning commission denies Gardnerville-area storage facility after town objects to metal exterior
Douglas County, Nevada
The Douglas County Planning Commission voted 4-3 to deny a major design review for a proposed self-storage and RV/boat storage facility at 1608 Pinet Road after the Town of Gardnerville and its manager said the project’s exterior materials and architectural treatment conflict with town design guidelines.
Source: Douglas County Planning Commission | December 14, 2021 02:32:04
Glassboro council approves slate of appointments, site-access agreement and other resolutions
Glassboro, Gloucester County, New Jersey
At its Jan. 14 meeting the Glassboro mayor and council approved resolutions to appoint three patrol officers, add members to the Zoning Board of Adjustment, authorize a site-access agreement for monitoring-well work and several administrative items.
Source: Reorganization Meeting 1/4/25 01:34
Board approves dock waiver for 1180 N. Federal Highway; vote recorded 12–0 with 1 absent
Fort Lauderdale, Broward County, Florida
The Marine Advisory Board approved a waiver allowing a second boat lift at 1180 North Federal Highway after staff presentation and public review. The motion passed by roll call with 12 yes votes and one member absent.
Source: Marine Advisory Board 1.2.25 15:22
South Lebanon officials, sheriff's deputies discuss winter preparedness; warming center availability unclear
South Lebanon City Council , South Lebanon, Warren County, Ohio
Council members raised concerns about an approaching storm and asked about warming centers; a Warren County deputy said he would follow up. The meeting also introduced a trainee deputy, Patrick O'Brien.
Source: South Lebanon Council Meeting - 1/2/2025 02:21
Douglas County planning panel trims countywide right‑of‑way demand in Genoa Lane heritage‑parcel appeal
Douglas County, Nevada
The Douglas County Planning Commission on the appeal of condition B1A for tentative parcel map DP21‑0141 found that the county’s original requirement for a 10‑foot right‑of‑way dedication along the full frontage could not be sustained as written, but the commission modified the condition to require a 10‑foot dedication limited to the 25‑foot private access/public‑utility easement serving the new 2.5‑acre parcel.
Source: Douglas County Planning Commission | September 14, 2021 01:24:07
Nevada OHV commission sets agenda topics: registration outreach, rotating meetings, logo and equipment inventory
Commission on Off-Highway Vehicles, Executive Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Nevada
Commissioners asked staff to add future agenda items including exploring registration strategies modeled on neighboring states, rotating meeting locations, inventorying state UTV equipment and improving grant application requirements and reporting.
Source: Commission Meeting Recording 12/13/2024 Part 3 02:47
Economic development council updates board on Carnegie Library restoration, tax-credit financing and ag support programs
Siskiyou County, California
Siski Economic Development Council representatives reported interior restoration of the Carnegie Library in Yreka, use of New Markets Tax Credits by a local hospital ($8 million in value), a 13‑week food venture boot camp with $25,000 grant opportunities for graduates, and continued work on the Healthy Soils program.
Source: 04/01/2025 - 9:00am Board of Supervisors' Meeting Mtg 1 05:10
Commission approves staff changes to Tahoe-area vacation-rental rules, sends to commissioners
Douglas County, Nevada
Planning commissioners approved staff-revised amendments to the county’s vacation-home-rental rules for Tahoe Township after a legal review and extensive public comment; the ordinance will be forwarded to the Board of County Commissioners.
Source: Douglas County Planning Commission | August 10, 2021 14:00
Fort Lauderdale stakeholders set 2025 priorities: water quality, navigation safety and infrastructure funding
Fort Lauderdale, Broward County, Florida
Commissioner Ben Sorenson and city staff told a Jan. 2 joint meeting of the Fort Lauderdale Marine Advisory Board and MISF that the city will pursue a mix of near-term actions on water quality and longer-term engineering work to preserve navigation and maritime jobs.
Source: Marine Advisory Board 1.2.25 01:54:38
Board adopts proclamations for Child Abuse Prevention and National Crime Victims Rights Week
Siskiyou County, California
The board accepted proclamations from community groups and the District Attorney's Office recognizing April as child abuse prevention awareness month and designating National Crime Victims Rights Week; both proclamations were read and approved by the supervisors.
Source: 04/01/2025 - 9:00am Board of Supervisors' Meeting Mtg 1 12:08
Commission hears plea to review motorsports safety after Mint 400 crash
Commission on Off-Highway Vehicles, Executive Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Nevada
A commissioner who was a first responder to a recent off‑road racing crash in Mexico urged the Nevada OHV commission to examine motorsports safety and consider drafting guidance or requesting an attorney‑general opinion on the commission's authority to act.
Source: Commission Meeting Recording 12/13/2024 Part 3 04:21
Developer presents Gaines School Road mixed‑use townhome concept; commissioners and neighbors raise stormwater and displacement concerns
Warner Robins, Houston County, Georgia
A preliminary planned‑development concept for 450–460 Gaines School Road proposes about 69 for‑sale townhomes plus 10 accessory dwelling units and a small commercial frontage. Staff found the concept compatible with the comprehensive plan but asked the applicant for additional technical work on tree canopy, fenestration and stormwater.
Source: 01-02-2025 Planning Commission 06:33
Board tables parent-organization policy amid broad discussion on PTO fundraising, facility use and equity
Matawan-Aberdeen Regional School District, School Districts, New Jersey
Board members debated a proposed policy for parent organizations and wider concerns about PTO fundraising, facility use, insurance and access; the board voted to table the second reading of the parent-organization policy to gather additional information from clubs, boosters and PTOs.
Source: MARSD BOE, Regular Action Meeting, 12 - 19 - 2024 08:31
Commission approves rezone at 997 South Milledge; developer to extend sewer to property line
Warner Robins, Houston County, Georgia
Commission recommended rezoning 997 South Milledge Avenue from commercial office to mixed density residential (RM‑2). Applicant agreed to extend sanitary sewer to the property line; staff recommended and commissioners approved the rezone subject to that condition.
Source: 01-02-2025 Planning Commission 07:57
Douglas County planning commissioners forward VHR ordinance amendments to commissioners after settlement-driven revisions
Douglas County, Nevada
The Douglas County Planning Commission voted 5-0 to forward Ordinance 2021-1591 — which amends Title 20.622 governing vacation home rentals (VHRs) — to the Board of County Commissioners after staff and county attorneys described changes tied to a court settlement and enforcement concerns.
Source: Douglas County Planning Commission | December 21, 2021 22:08
Commission backs RM‑3 rezoning at 218 North Ave, adds binding design‑intent condition
Warner Robins, Houston County, Georgia
The commission recommended rezoning a North Avenue parcel to RM‑3 and approved the applicant’s nonbinding concept plan, adding a condition that the architectural design intent in the submittal be treated as binding with respect to massing, scale, materials and general fenestration arrangements.
Source: 01-02-2025 Planning Commission 10:20
Nevada OHV commission approves multi‑agency grants, declines cleanup group's request
Commission on Off-Highway Vehicles, Executive Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Nevada
The Nevada Commission on Off‑Highway Vehicles approved a slate of grants with conditions — including awards to Nevada Outdoor School, law‑enforcement agencies and trail infrastructure — and declined to fund Keep Truckee Meadows Beautiful after debate over mission fit and incomplete plans.
Source: Commission Meeting Recording 12/13/2024 Part 3 01:55
County staff advance Homekey application with veteran prioritization; supervisors press for concrete MOU and service-cost clarity
Siskiyou County, California
Health and Human Services presented a proposed Homekey project that would prioritize veterans; supervisors voiced concerns about a draft MOU, a $548,000 annual in‑kind services figure, tenant selection, and staffing for supportive services.
Source: 04/01/2025 - 9:00am Board of Supervisors' Meeting Mtg 1 15:46
South Lebanon hires lead water operator; returning operator resumes duties
South Lebanon City Council , South Lebanon, Warren County, Ohio
City staff reported that a returning water operator has resumed duties and the council approved hiring Mike Jones as a lead operator, restoring multiple-operator coverage in the water department.
Source: South Lebanon Council Meeting - 1/2/2025 00:49
Douglas County planners recommend approval of 20‑lot commercial subdivision in Minden
Douglas County, Nevada
The Planning Commission voted 5–0 to recommend approval of a tentative commercial subdivision map to split a 6.73‑acre parcel in the Minden community plan into 20 lots intended for a future storage/industrial park; staff conditions and later design review will govern utilities, access and allowed uses.
Source: Douglas County Planning Commission | October 12, 2021 37:05
Board hears update on wolves, confirmed livestock losses and compensation fund concerns
Siskiyou County, California
County wolf liaison reports dozens of confirmed depredations since 2022 and urges a sustained compensation fund; supervisors discussed status review, notification tools and possible letters to state and federal wildlife agencies.
Source: 04/01/2025 - 9:00am Board of Supervisors' Meeting Mtg 1 18:49
Planning commission approves Park Ranch meat-processing facility at Buckeye Road with conditions
Douglas County, Nevada
Douglas County Planning Commission on July 13, 2021, approved a special use permit (DP21-0078) to allow a 9,320-square-foot USDA‑inspected meat-harvesting and processing facility inside an existing building at 1300 Buckeye Road in Minden.
Source: Douglas County Planning Commission | July 13, 2021 52:45
Matawan-Aberdeen district previews draft strategic-plan scorecard, board presses for faster interim data
Matawan-Aberdeen Regional School District, School Districts, New Jersey
District administrators presented a two-page, color-coded draft scorecard meant to track the strategic plan through 2030; board members asked for earlier interim measures and more disaggregated baselines for the new Foundations phonics program.
Source: MARSD BOE, Regular Action Meeting, 12 - 19 - 2024 00:57
Siskiyou supervisors authorize $100,000 payment and transfer of funds to resolve state boat grant
Siskiyou County, California
The Board authorized the sheriff to pay $100,000 to the State Department of Boating and Waterways and approved a $100,000 fund transfer to cover the payment after efforts to return the original vessel stalled.
Source: 04/01/2025 - 9:00am Board of Supervisors' Meeting Mtg 1 08:59
Springdale council adopts 2025 budget, confirms health-board appointment and other routine measures
Springdale City Council, Springdale, Hamilton County, Ohio
On Jan. 2 the Springdale City Council unanimously approved the city’s 2025 appropriations ordinance and passed routine resolutions authorizing investments and requesting advance payments from Hamilton County; the council also confirmed two appointments and tabled one vacancy.
Source: Springdale City Council 1/2/25 10:53
South Lebanon council elects Brenda Combs as vice mayor; approves invoices
South Lebanon City Council , South Lebanon, Warren County, Ohio
At its Jan. 2 organizational meeting, the South Lebanon City Council elected Council member Brenda Combs as vice mayor and approved invoices by voice vote. Council committee assignments were distributed.
Source: South Lebanon Council Meeting - 1/2/2025 04:08
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