What happened on Monday, 13 January 2025
Brentwood, Williamson County, Tennessee
Brentwood residents demand referendum on proposed tennis facility amid concerns over community input.
House, Northern Mariana Legislative Sessions, Northern Mariana Islands
SAIPAN, Jan. 13, 2025 — The House of Representatives of the Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands on Monday adopted interim operating rules and completed its organizational business for the 24th Legislature, electing chamber officers and naming committee chairs.
2025 Legislature IA, Iowa
Multiple senators and representatives asked for clarifications on proposed rescissions and re-adoptions affecting child-care staffing, maternal-support contractors, CHIP continuity, dental screening data and death-certificate amendment procedures.
2025 Legislature VA, Virginia
A House subcommittee voted 7-1 to advance a bill that would let juries decide whether an employer or principal can be civilly liable for an employee's intentional sexual assault.
House of Representatives, Legislative Sessions, Washington
On the opening day of the 2025 regular session the Washington State House of Representatives adopted temporary rules, elected Laurie Jinkins speaker by roll call, and named officers and committee assignments that will guide the 105-day session.
Teton County, Wyoming
The Teton County Board of County Commissioners on Jan. 13 unanimously approved the county voucher run for $1,748,078.02, approved outgoing correspondence supporting trail work on the Munger Mountain Parcel and agreed that Commissioner Probst will serve as the county's representative to the Energy Conservation Works board.
Brentwood, Williamson County, Tennessee
Brentwood officials address misinformation about city finances and advocate for essential multimodal infrastructure projects.
2025 Legislature IA, Iowa
Committee staff said the administrative code will be republished using new software in February and will include calculated five-year sunset dates per enacted statute; members were advised to report formatting issues to staff.
2025 Legislature VA, Virginia
HB 1605, a technical change to the Uniform Trust Code to expand the definition of qualified trustees, passed the subcommittee 8-0. The sponsor and bill proponents described it as a clerical/technical correction to allow additional qualified entities to serve as trustees.
Teton County, Wyoming
County commissioners directed staff to continue negotiations with the Teton County School District over transfer of the Munger Mountain sewer line and to pursue technical, financial and policy analysis through the Water Quality Advisory Board and consultants before finalizing terms.
2025 Legislature VA, Virginia
HB 1584, patroned by Delegate Mark Ballard, would allow a court to waive the 72-hour sheriff notice that now follows a writ of possession in unlawful detainer cases where no rental agreement existed; a House subcommittee voted 6-2 to report the bill to the full committee.
Brentwood, Williamson County, Tennessee
Brentwood residents demand public hearing on proposed tennis facility funding and location concerns.
Education, House of Representatives, Legislative Sessions, Washington
Staff gave committee members a data‑driven snapshot of K‑12 enrollment, student subgroup counts, staff composition and high‑level funding shares for the most recent school year available to the briefing team.
2025 Legislature IA, Iowa
Legislative Service Agency fiscal analyst presented fiscal summaries for seven rulemakings, reporting estimated revenue and costs for programs including foster care rate increases, CHIP expansion, court reporter pay increases and DOT data fees.
Fort Pierce, St. Lucie County, Florida
Selena Griffith, project engineer, presented the Infrastructure Surtax Citizens Oversight Committee’s 2024 annual report to the Fort Pierce City Commission on Jan. 13, reporting nearly $3 million in sales tax revenue for 2024 and describing project progress under the surtax program.
Brentwood, Williamson County, Tennessee
Mayor questions funding for nonessential tennis project, emphasizing community needs and financial prudence.
2025 Legislature VA, Virginia
Janet Lawson, director of the Department of Human Resource Management, told the Tarver subcommittee the Commonwealth employed about 136,955 people at the end of fiscal‑year 2024 and that the state health‑insurance fund had roughly $485 million as of a November 2024 pull.
Education, House of Representatives, Legislative Sessions, Washington
Counsel to the committee briefed members on the constitutional and statutory meaning of 'basic education,' the McCleary decision's framing and the legislature’s funding responsibilities and minimum program components.
2025 Legislature IA, Iowa
The Iowa Administrative Rules Committee voted by voice to approve its leadership for the year and adopted a revised set of committee rules that staff said can be amended later if needed.
Education, House of Representatives, Legislative Sessions, Washington
A committee briefing recapped the 1990s statewide reforms, key bills and federal statutes that established standards, assessments and accountability now central to Washington education policy.
Brentwood, Williamson County, Tennessee
Public commenters and commissioners clashed over cost, location and whether residents should vote on a proposed indoor tennis/pickleball facility at Crockett Park. City attorney said a referendum is legally available only if the city issues bonds.
2025 Legislature VA, Virginia
Trish Bishop, director of the Virginia Retirement System, told the Tarver subcommittee that VRS’s funded status has improved — about 82.1% for the state‑employee plan and about 83% for the teacher plan — but that roughly $20 billion in unfunded liabilities remain.
Fort Pierce, St. Lucie County, Florida
At the Fort Pierce City Commission meeting on Jan. 13, Leslie Olson of District Planning Group and Moncee Martinez, sustainability program associate, presented the Fort Pierce Utilities Authority Utility Advisory Committee’s second annual work plan, highlighting outreach, rebates education and workforce development.
Wylie, Collin County, Texas
The Wylie Parks and Recreation Board heard detailed project and program updates at its first meeting of 2025, including plans to double pickleball capacity at Community Park, renovate additional Founders Park fields, install shading and lighting at several playgrounds, add solar lighting to the dog park and complete chemical balancing at two splash pads.
Senate Political Subdivisions Confirmation Committee, Utah Senate, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
The Senate Political Subdivisions Confirmation Committee on Jan. 13 unanimously recommended Steve Lund for appointment to the Utah State Fair Park Corporation board, after a hearing in which Lund described his agricultural background and committee members discussed how the board will interact with a newly created district under House Bill 562.
Decatur, Wise County, Texas
The council approved a replat of Lot 6, Block R in the Lipsey Addition and approved the consent agenda, which included two additional replats; Planning and Zoning recommended unanimous approval for the plats presented.
Decatur, Wise County, Texas
The council approved a final replat and advanced a zoning change to allow a philanthropic food pantry and public parking at 300 North Trinity Street; staff and the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval and no public objections were recorded.
Decatur, Wise County, Texas
The Decatur City Council approved an encroachment agreement with Donald and Mary J. Mathery that lets an existing shop and vehicle-storage structure remain in the public right-of-way at 1206 West Hawks Circle after staff said removal would require demolition.
Wasilla, Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska
A brief roundup of formal actions taken at the Wasilla City Council meeting: consent agenda approval (including a fuel-tank contract), adoption of Ordinance 25-1 (museum appropriation) and authorization for airport purchases (see separate article).
Education, House of Representatives, Legislative Sessions, Washington
Committee staff gave new and returning members a high-level briefing on the origins of Washington’s public school system, the roles of state and regional education bodies, and basic counts for students, districts and charter/tribal schools.
Environment & Energy, House of Representatives, Legislative Sessions, Washington
Nike leads global brand value while highlighting sustainability amid growing concerns over textile waste.
Fort Pierce, St. Lucie County, Florida
Developers of the long‑planned King’s Landing downtown project told the Fort Pierce City Commission on Jan. 13 that Marriott and operator Mainsail are committed to a Tribute Hotel and that Live Oak Holdings is stepping into the joint venture in place of the earlier partner.
2025 Legislature VA, Virginia
At a brief special meeting, the House Committee on Education introduced staff, reviewed subcommittee schedules and public access procedures for the 2025 session, reminded members about missed-vote recording and document publication on IHOD/LIS, and adjourned by motion.
DeSoto, Dallas County, Texas
The board approved the consent agenda (including several meeting minutes, financial statements and a parks request to move $2 million) and moved that City Council be asked to negotiate a local incentives (Chapter 380) agreement with Allied Stone; the motion passed in open session following executive session.
Wasilla, Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska
Council adopted ordinance 25-1 to accept and appropriate $19,109.84 from Museums Alaska and the Rasmussen Foundation for conservation training, allowing the Wasilla Museum to restore items and train staff and community on preservation.
DeSoto, Dallas County, Texas
The city council liaison briefed the board on near‑term city items including a winter council retreat, LED streetlight upgrades along major corridors funded at about $92,000, and upcoming municipal elections affecting the mayor and two council seats.
Dallas, Dallas County, Texas
City staff reported to the Workforce Education and Equity Committee on Jan. 16 that the free tax-preparation program prepared more than 11,000 returns last year, returning over $10 million to residents and delivering about $2.7 million in Earned Income Tax Credit payments; staff said procurement changes mean contractors and funding must be retooled.
2025 Legislature VA, Virginia
Commissioner of Elections Susan Beals told lawmakers about the 2024 election cycle numbers, post‑election survey results, Verus modernization progress, same‑day registration volume, USPS delivery problems, and contingency planning used for Jan. 7 special elections held during a state of emergency.
Wasilla, Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska
Christopher Nas told the council the upcoming Juneau legislative session will be a major budget year with a large deficit, and urged local focus on public safety priorities, pension reform risks and possible bond funding.
Environment & Energy, House of Representatives, Legislative Sessions, Washington
Advocates urge stronger penalties and better oversight for landfill compliance to protect community health.
Dallas, Dallas County, Texas
The Office of Community Care and Empowerment briefed the Workforce Education and Equity Committee on 2025 Martin Luther King Jr. celebration activities, including a candlelight ceremony, gala, MLK job fair, youth showcase, equity symposium and the annual parade; staff said scholarships totaling about $22,000 were awarded this year.
DeSoto, Dallas County, Texas
Staff reminded the board of a proposed matching campaign to double a prior EDC esports grant for DeSoto ISD; staff asked board members to provide sponsor contacts or allow staff to make warm introductions with recommended message copy.
Wasilla, Matanuska-Susitna Borough, Alaska
The Wasilla City Council approved fund transfers and a set of purchase agreements to acquire six parcels and begin clearing title and easements needed for a planned runway extension and safety areas, using a mix of state, CIP and airport funds.
DeSoto, Dallas County, Texas
The board described a purchase-and-sale agreement in progress to acquire roughly 8+ acres from Community Missionary Baptist Church for possible redevelopment along the Hampton Road corridor; staff said a $6.65 million purchase price is under contract and closing aimed within about 120 days after due diligence.
2025 Legislature VA, Virginia
A House committee voted by voice to certify incumbent Stacy A. Henshaw as qualified to serve a four-year term as Virginia Auditor of Public Accounts, beginning Feb. 1, 2025, after Henshaw outlined office accomplishments and workforce and technology priorities.
Dallas, Dallas County, Texas
Human Resources and Dallas Police Department staff briefed the committee on an upskilling pilot and internal recruiting sessions to allow non‑uniform security and deputy marshal staff to move into DPD roles; the committee requested updated salary and vacancy data and a recruitment strategy to avoid hollowing other security functions.
Environment & Energy, House of Representatives, Legislative Sessions, Washington
Representative Doerr presented House Bill 1154 to require Department of Ecology review and approval of landfill permits before local jurisdictional health departments issue or renew them and to expand Ecology’s enforcement authority, including suspension of permits and civil penalties up to $10,000 per day.
Collierville, Shelby County, Tennessee
The board approved a development agreement allowing two single‑family lots in The Villages at Porter Farms PD phase 26; the agreement ties future Winchester Boulevard frontage improvements to later subdivision development and records a $7,500 performance security.
DeSoto, Dallas County, Texas
Staff updated the board on the year‑long Hampton Road form‑based code effort, explained a narrowed map that withdraws much of the residential overlay and focuses on commercial parcels, and said Planning & Zoning will hear the revised map before City Council consideration on Feb. 18.
Dallas, Dallas County, Texas
Workforce Solutions Greater Dallas briefed the Dallas Workforce Education and Equity Committee on its programs, including childcare, WIOA services and a 2025 planning process; presenters said the agency serves about 16,000 children daily and operates on a roughly $180 million budget.
2025 Legislature VA, Virginia
A Virginia House subcommittee on elections on Jan. 1, 2025, debated four bills that would shorten early voting or change registration timing; three were tabled, and one was reported unanimously.
Environment & Energy, House of Representatives, Legislative Sessions, Washington
House Bill 1024 would raise the maximum lease length for St. Edward State Park from 62 years to 80 years so the State Parks and Recreation Commission can offer the same long-term leases it can elsewhere, supporters said this would help attract private investment in park buildings without state capital spending.
Environment & Energy, House of Representatives, Legislative Sessions, Washington
House Bill 1107, introduced to the Environment & Energy Committee by Representative Charlotte Mena, would require producers of apparel and footwear to begin annual reporting to the Washington State Department of Ecology beginning in 2027, including disclosures about regulated toxic chemicals, environmental claims used in marketing, how excess products are handled and firms’ current environmental activities and targets.
DeSoto, Dallas County, Texas
Director of Financial Services presented unaudited year‑end and month reports showing sales tax and interest revenue increases; board asked staff for more granular monthly/quarterly analysis and for new software to dissect sector trends.
Collierville, Shelby County, Tennessee
The board approved a contract with Tower Systems Inc. for an AMI tower installation and network equipment project; staff said the project remains within the overall FY2024 AMI conversion budget with roughly $498,000 remaining.
Harrison County, Mississippi
Board members seek wisdom while mourning three fallen first responders, urging prayers for their families.
2025 Legislature VA, Virginia
Virginia Senate passes bill imposing felony charges for unauthorized drone activity over defense facilities.
DeSoto, Dallas County, Texas
Staff proposed creating a Desoto Tech Innovation Fund (discussion: possible $500,000 set‑aside) and an innovation lab to grow local tech businesses, especially aviation/aerospace and cybersecurity firms; board gave staff direction to pursue a more detailed plan and partners.
Housing, House of Representatives, Legislative Sessions, Washington
Washington residents advocate for HP 1217 to ensure stable housing costs for renters and landlords.
Collierville, Shelby County, Tennessee
The Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved a budget amendment and a construction contract to repair electrical systems and add surge protection at WC Johnson and H.W. Cox parks after staff said lightning and direct-burial wiring caused repeated failures.
Harrison County, Mississippi
The board approved routine and contract items including a $527,000 concession stand contract, a $75,231 DOE energy equipment rebate voucher, a $250,000 land sale resolution, preventive maintenance and other administrative orders. Several items were taken under advisement or tabled following discussion.
Edmond, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma
Edmond mayor honors Apollo Woods for promoting diversity and black-owned businesses in the community.
2025 Legislature VA, Virginia
The committee reported or referred several bills. Listed below are each bill that received a recorded committee action in the hearing, with the action taken and the roll-call when one was recorded.
Housing, House of Representatives, Legislative Sessions, Washington
House Bill 1217 would limit rent and fee increases to 7% in any 12-month period and bar increases during the first 12 months of a tenancy, with exemptions for new construction, public housing authorities, and certain nonprofit or income-restricted units. Supporters said the bill provides immediate relief for renters; landlords and industry groups
Edmond, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma
Edmond City Council initiates removal of unconstitutional restrictive covenants from property documents.
Hooksett, Merrimack County , New Hampshire
The Hooksett Planning Board approved a commercial site plan from Brady Sullivan that reconfigures parking, adds landscaping islands and grants several waivers including a reduced front setback for a proposed coffee shop. The board attached conditions requiring specified building materials, updated plan sheets, and corrected parking calculations.
Harrison County, Mississippi
County staff told supervisors FEMA deemed the county’s engineered mitigation for a damaged pier not cost-effective after bids exceeded initial estimates; the board discussed options including wood flow-through decking, demolition, or alternate projects funded by remaining FEMA money.
2025 Legislature VA, Virginia
The Senate Courts of Justice Committee certified a block of judges seeking reappointment after the Joint Courts Committee interviews; one candidate, Judge Gilbert Burger, was removed from the block at a member’s request and will be handled separately.
Housing, House of Representatives, Legislative Sessions, Washington
House Bill 1003 would allow service of unlawful-detainer notices by certified mail posted from anywhere in Washington and extend the notice period by five days. Sponsor said the change eases procedural burdens for landlords and adds protections for tenants; committee suspended the hearing to continue on the following day.
Hooksett, Merrimack County , New Hampshire
The Hooksett Conservation Commission voted to ask the town clerk to place a 40‑day hold on wetland applications so the commission can review them before the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services acts.
Harrison County, Mississippi
Supervisors authorized the county administrator to sign a commitment letter for the Sand Beach renourishment project and asked staff to return with detailed financing scenarios after discussing GOMESA limits, potential bonds, and federal funding risk.
Edmond, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma
Edmond Mayor Darryl A. Davis read a proclamation recognizing Apollo Woods and the Bigger Than Food Foundation for promoting Black‑owned restaurants and supporting local economic development.
Housing, House of Representatives, Legislative Sessions, Washington
The House Housing Committee on Jan. 13 heard testimony on House Bill 1096, which would require cities subject to minimum density requirements to include in their short-plat regulations a process for an applicant to seek administrative review and simultaneous approval of a lot split and a building permit for new single-family or middle housing.
Battle Ground School District, School Districts, Washington
Citizens urge Battleground School Board to reject social emotional learning curriculum, citing academic concerns.
Edmond, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma
The council approved actions to dissolve and reestablish the Arcadia Lake Commission and the Capital Improvement Projects Advisory Board by ordinance rather than resolution, and nominated current members to continue under the new ordinances.
San Patricio County, Texas
Summary of formal motions and outcomes from the San Patricio County Commissioners Court meeting, including consent agenda approvals, contract renewals, procurement authorizations, and personnel actions.
2025 Legislature VA, Virginia
The committee approved a revised Senate Bill 825 that directs law enforcement to seek seizure warrants for funds suspected to be taken from vulnerable adults; advocates and bankers supported the bill, but members debated whether the statute should require ('shall') or permit ('may') police action.
Edmond, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma
The Edmond City Council approved two downtown site plans for Townsend (phases 1 and 2), a mixed‑use infill development that will add townhomes and small commercial space along Littler between Third and Fourth streets.
Community Safety, Justice, & Reentry, House of Representatives, Legislative Sessions, Washington
House Bill 1149 would broaden criminal definitions for animal cruelty and animal fighting, add post‑conviction ownership bans for animal fighting, change ranking on the sentencing grid, and reduce the time before bystander intervention from 36 to 24 hours. Supporters from animal‑welfare groups, prosecutors and the Gambling Commission backed the
Battle Ground School District, School Districts, Washington
Students advocate for supportive SEL environment and promote growth mindset in education initiatives.
2025 Legislature VA, Virginia
Senate Bill 778, which would raise the minimum age at which a child can be adjudicated delinquent to 11, prompted extensive questioning about how CHINS procedures, detention authority and funding would apply to younger children.
San Patricio County, Texas
Commissioner William Zagorski pressed county contractor AG3 and county staff for clarity on invoices and timelines for the county barn project, raised concerns about monthly GIS hosting costs, and asked for plans to transfer and manage county spatial data locally.
Community Safety, Justice, & Reentry, House of Representatives, Legislative Sessions, Washington
Representative Cindy Ryu told the Community Safety Committee that House Bill 1052 would amend Washington’s hate‑crime statute to add “in whole or in part,” allowing juries to find bias was a contributing motive even if it was not the only motive.
Edmond, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma
The council approved a guaranteed maximum price (GMP) amendment for bid package 3 of the AC Cabinery ballfield renovation, while staff reported unexpected underground debris and utility coordination are affecting timeline and value‑engineering decisions.
San Patricio County, Texas
Farm Bureau leaders told the commissioners that a countywide unit road system and an equipment-replacement plan could improve efficiency; commissioners said parts of those proposals are already in use and discussed next steps.
Battle Ground School District, School Districts, Washington
Community members urge school board to prioritize literacy and basic education over graduation rates.
2025 Legislature VA, Virginia
The Senate Courts of Justice Committee adopted a substitute and voted unanimously to report Senate Bill 757, which would make flying a drone over certain contracted defense facilities a felony and provide civil and criminal immunity for contractors who act to neutralize drones.
Edmond, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma
The council approved an amended final plan to remove outdated, unconstitutional restrictive‑covenant language from the Highland Park Addition plat — the first of about 20 such documents the city plans to amend following a state law change.
Transportation, House of Representatives, Legislative Sessions, Washington
Committee staff told members the transportation budget faces a roughly $2.2 billion 10-year decline in forecasted state revenues, steep construction cost increases on major projects, a court-ordered culvert replacement mandate with a large funding gap, and uncertain ferry procurement costs that may arrive after session.
Ad Hoc Committee, House of Representatives, Committees, Legislative, Tennessee
The Ad Hoc Committee on Rules voted to adopt the permanent rules of order used by the 113th General Assembly, substituting “114th General Assembly” where applicable. A separate House Rules Committee meeting tomorrow will accept proposed rule changes, with submissions due to the clerk by 2:30 p.m.
San Patricio County, Texas
Commissioners authorized staff to pursue a refinancing plan and delegated limited authority to finalize a possible sale of refunding bonds, with a requirement the deal meet preset savings and timing parameters.
Transportation, House of Representatives, Legislative Sessions, Washington
At an organizational meeting, committee staff outlined operating guidelines, a reduced vote threshold to move bills out of committee, and amendment deadlines; staff assignments and contact points for budget and policy questions were also introduced.
Edmond, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma
At an executive session on Jan. 13 the Edmond City Council accepted Scott Rigby's resignation effective immediately and appointed Assistant City Manager Randy Ents as acting city manager.
Prescott Valley, Yavapai County, Arizona
The Prescott Valley Planning and Zoning Commission voted to recommend a general plan amendment and a zoning map change to allow a duplex at North Wagon Way and Spouse Drive. The commission attached a condition that the zoning reverts after five years if construction has not started; the items now move to Town Council for final action.
2025 Legislature VA, Virginia
Falls Church seeks zoning amendment to address affordable housing amid rising costs and income disparity.
Edmond, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma
The Edmond City Council unanimously renewed its emergency medical services contract with American Medical Response and signaled support for staff to explore a proposed service expansion that staff estimates would raise annual costs by roughly $1.28 million.
2025 Legislature VA, Virginia
The Senate Committee on Local Government reported a slate of charter amendments and local‑government bills in a single hearing. Most charter city changes and local requests were reported unanimously or by voice vote; several items received brief presentations from city legal staff.
Lubbock County, Texas
The Lubbock County Tax Office reported December collections for venue and short-term rental taxes and provided year-to-date totals and account balances during the Jan. 13 commissioners court meeting.
Huber Heights, Montgomery County, Ohio
Council approved a series of routine and administrative items—appointments, rules updates, procurement authorizations and contract solicitations—largely by unanimous votes. Key non-routine items (tax continuation, org chart and pay-scale changes) are covered in separate reports.
Goodyear, Maricopa County, Arizona
At a special meeting following the Jan. 13 work session, Goodyear City Council voted to adjourn into executive session under Arizona law to consult with the city attorney about open-meeting law issues. The motion passed; audio recorded three audible "ayes."
State Government & Elections, Senate, Legislative Sessions, Washington
At its Jan. 13 organizational meeting in Olympia the Washington State Senate elected Steve Conway president pro tempore, elected John Lubbock vice president pro tempore, re-elected Sarah Bannister as secretary of the Senate, adopted permanent and emergency parliamentary rules and confirmed committee appointments.
Lubbock County, Texas
At its Jan. 13 meeting, the Lubbock County Commissioners Court approved line-item transfers and budget amendments, authorized payments and several contracts, adopted countywide facility policies and rules of decorum, and made a series of appointments to regional committees and TIF boards.
2025 Legislature VA, Virginia
Senate Bill 762, requested by Pennsylvania County, was reported out of the Senate Committee on Local Government after back‑and‑forth over procedure and a failed motion to pass by indefinitely; the measure would allow county boards to adopt salary brackets similar to changes made for city councils in 2024.
Huber Heights, Montgomery County, Ohio
Huber Heights City Council voted 8-0 on Jan. 13 to amend the city's organizational chart, authorize additional staffing lines and adopt updated salary ranges including a 2.75% COLA for noncontract employees. Council discussion emphasized current difficulty recruiting police officers and the plan to expand hiring once existing vacancies are filled.
Teton County, Wyoming
Teton County commissioners handled a set of routine actions at the Jan. 13 voucher meeting before the workshop on the Munger Mountain sewer line.
Goodyear, Maricopa County, Arizona
Goodyear's government relations team presented the city's 2025 state and federal legislative agenda during a Jan. 13 work session, prioritizing housing, water supply, sober-living home standards and protections for local revenue.
Agriculture, Water, Natural Resources & Parks, Senate, Legislative Sessions, Washington
Commissioner of Public Lands Hilary Franz briefed the committee on statewide wildfire trends, DNR accomplishments since 2017 and program needs, including detection, air resources, prescribed‑fire acceleration and community resilience investments.
2025 Legislature VA, Virginia
The Senate Committee on Local Government reported Senate Bill 932, which would require localities to allow accessory dwelling units (ADUs) under state guardrails, after adopting amendments that give localities additional time to pass ordinances and preserve some local parking discretion. The measure passed the committee by a narrow margin.
Huber Heights, Montgomery County, Ohio
The Huber Heights Charter Review Commission reported that five charter amendments were approved by voters; the council received the commission's final report, issued a proclamation of appreciation and said updated printed and online charters will be available soon.
Goodyear, Maricopa County, Arizona
City Manager Wynette Reed reviewed a governance-relations framework on Jan. 13, 2025, and staff described roles and responsibilities for the mayor's office and council assistants.
2025 Legislature VA, Virginia
Senators announced committee schedule changes and the Senate adjourned until noon the next day after an agreed motion.
Teton County, Wyoming
After a workshop, commissioners instructed staff to continue contract negotiations with the Teton County School District and to seek technical and financial analysis on transferring ownership of the Munger Mountain sewer line to the county; the board also asked the Water Quality Advisory Board to analyze long-term planning, capacity and funding.
Agriculture, Water, Natural Resources & Parks, Senate, Legislative Sessions, Washington
Travis Okelberry, district manager for the Yakima‑Tieton Irrigation District, described severe wildfire damage to a 12‑mile canal infrastructure, emergency repairs and a proposed $240 million, multi‑year reconstruction plan and asked legislators to champion funding applications.
Goodyear, Maricopa County, Arizona
Goodyear City Council members spent a work session on Jan. 13, 2025, reviewing an updated set of meeting rules of procedure that staff plans to bring back for formal adoption at the council's Jan. 27 meeting.
Howard County, Maryland
Climate change drives record heat and increasing frequency of billion-dollar disasters, warns experts.
Huber Heights, Montgomery County, Ohio
At its Jan. 13 regular meeting, the Huber Heights City Council adopted an ordinance continuing a 0.25% earned-income levy effective Jan. 1, 2026, and approved a companion resolution to place the measure on the May 6, 2025 ballot. Council voted 8-0 to waive a second reading and adopt the ordinance.
2025 Legislature VA, Virginia
The Virginia Senate nominated and elected 36 student pages for the 2025 session after a motion to close nominations; the clerk recorded the vote as 36-0.
Northglenn, Adams County, Colorado
Northglenn council discusses wildfire preparedness and offers prayers for California fire victims.
Agriculture, Water, Natural Resources & Parks, Senate, Legislative Sessions, Washington
Mount Adams Resource Stewards described community‑based forestry, workforce development and dozens of prescribed burns in Klickitat County funded in part by HB 1168 and other grants.
Agriculture, Water, Natural Resources & Parks, Senate, Legislative Sessions, Washington
The Nature Conservancy described use of state House Bill 1168 funds and a mix of mechanical thinning and prescribed fire to restore roughly 1,700 acres on Cle Elum Ridge near Roslyn, and said DNR-supported work has extended the buffer around those communities.
Flower Mound, Denton County, Texas
Residents urge Dallas to reject proposed helipad due to noise and safety concerns.
Human Services, Senate, Legislative Sessions, Washington
Senate Bill 5082, introduced in the Senate Human Services Committee, would create an extended foster care (EFC) housing program in the Department of Children, Youth and Families to provide rental assistance to youth who remain in EFC and are experiencing homelessness or are at imminent risk of homelessness.
Northglenn, Adams County, Colorado
The City Council and licensing authority took several unanimous actions at the Jan. 13 meeting, including passage of a supplemental budget ordinance on first reading, adoption of the city’s legislative issues guide and bylaws changes for the Victim Assistance board.
Howard County, Maryland
Howard County caps property tax increases at 5%, despite rising assessment values, benefiting residents.
2025 Legislature VA, Virginia
Speaker advocates for Bill 920, sharing personal story of husband’s cancer from occupational exposure.
Flower Mound, Denton County, Texas
Community raises concerns over proposed helicopter site near residential areas amid safety and noise issues.
Northglenn, Adams County, Colorado
City Council continued reviewing the 2025–2029 strategic plan and directed staff to elevate the Climate Action and Resilience Plan, begin a wildfire-preparedness update starting with an email and to add a short timeline visual for multi-year event sequencing.
Howard County, Maryland
Howard County aims for 60% greenhouse gas reduction by 2030 through ambitious climate action plan.
Human Services, Senate, Legislative Sessions, Washington
For the record, Allison Kreutzinger, representing the Department of Children, Youth and Families, told the Senate Human Services Committee on the first day of its 2025 session that DCYF’s work ranges from prevention programs to juvenile rehabilitation and juvenile justice partnership.
2025 Legislature VA, Virginia
Virginia committee advances bill promoting clean energy amid discussions on penalties and economic development.
Flower Mound, Denton County, Texas
Residents petition against proposed helipad, citing noise, safety, and environmental concerns in Flower Mound.
Northglenn, Adams County, Colorado
Human resources presented edits to the city employee handbook: new dress-code/uniform guidance, a pets-in-the-workplace policy, clarified emergency/holiday leave rules, an option for a shorter probationary period for post-certified sworn officers (12 months instead of 18) and a 6-month probation on return within one year.
Howard County, Maryland
County sustainability staff reported progress on emissions reductions, solar and EV deployment, tree planting and waste programs; administration said it will present a building-electrification/code proposal by June and staff discussed legal issues surrounding electrification codes.
Local Government, Land Use & Tribal Affairs, Senate, Legislative Sessions, Washington
The Senate Local Government Committee held a work session on clear-and-objective development standards, hearing from Oregon officials about a long-standing state mandate, Washington agencies on implementation choices, and local developers and economic developers who said permit unpredictability slows housing and commercial projects.
Northglenn, Adams County, Colorado
Physician Preferred Products LLC, doing business as Doc’s Apothecary, requested approval to relocate its retail and medical marijuana operation to a new building on a neighboring parcel; staff found the application compliant with local marijuana-location rules and the licensing authority directed staff to prepare a draft approval resolution.
2025 Legislature VA, Virginia
Two bills (including SB 824 and SB 823) generated discussion and committee votes about adding workforce-development, local-hire and safety considerations to State Corporation Commission review of utility renewable projects; committee reported SB 824 after adopting language and debate.
Howard County, Maryland
Auditors issued a clean opinion on Howard County's fiscal 2024 financial statements, and council members questioned finance staff about a multiyear gap between budgeted and actual investment income.
Flower Mound, Denton County, Texas
Residents express strong opposition to proposed heliport due to safety, noise, and environmental concerns.
Northglenn, Adams County, Colorado
Council voted unanimously to approve Resolution CR9, the third amendment to an intergovernmental agreement with the State’s Office of the Alternate Defense Counsel; municipal court staff explained that increased hours, higher state hourly rates and more complex mental-health cases drove the higher projected cost.
Transportation, Senate, Legislative Sessions, Washington
Transportation budget faces $3 billion deficit, driven by rising costs and declining fuel tax revenues.
Fort Pierce, St. Lucie County, Florida
The Fort Pierce Planning Board voted unanimously to recommend a comprehensive plan text amendment to incorporate the Fort Pierce Utilities Authority's 10-year Water Supply Facilities Work Plan, which the South Florida Water Management District approved.
2025 Legislature VA, Virginia
SB 902 would eliminate statutory deficiency payments utilities must make when they miss renewable portfolio standard obligations under specified conditions; proponents argued timing and PJM queue constraints justify removing the penalty, opponents said the penalty is the core enforcement mechanism of the Virginia Clean Economy Act.
Northglenn, Adams County, Colorado
Deputy City Manager Jason Loveland presented unaudited November 2024 financials showing higher year-to-date revenues and $15.7 million in general fund reserves; a resident questioned where the $85.9 million 2025 budget could be found online and raised concerns about the general fund reserve percentage.
Lago Vista, Travis County, Texas
At its organizational meeting, the Lago Vista Charter Review Committee elected officers, agreed on an initial meeting schedule and set a timeline and scope for recommending charter changes to the City Council for the November ballot.
Transportation, Senate, Legislative Sessions, Washington
Committee staff reviewed operating procedures for the 2025 session — including notice and amendment deadlines and the signature voting process — and the Joint Transportation Committee briefed members on its studies, the Transportation Resource Manual and member services.
Fort Pierce, St. Lucie County, Florida
The Fort Pierce Planning Board voted unanimously to recommend approval of a voluntary annexation petition for a roughly 2.6-acre parcel at South Market Avenue and Oleander Avenue, forwarding the application to the City Commission.
2025 Legislature VA, Virginia
Senate Bill 850, modeled on the gas SAVE mechanism, would let water and wastewater utilities recover approved investments more predictably; the committee adopted a substitute and reported the bill after proponents said the change aids timely investment.
Lynnwood, Snohomish County, Washington
Council elected Nick Coelho as council president 5–1 and selected Josh Bridal as vice president 4–2; the president made liaison appointments. The council directed the city clerk to post a notice to recruit applicants for the vacant council seat and set an application timeline with interviews in February and swearing-in expected in March.
South Portland Public Schools, School Districts, Maine
Pediatrician warns of potential toxicity risks from artificial turf, citing lack of comprehensive studies.
Transportation, Senate, Legislative Sessions, Washington
Committee staff told the Senate Transportation Committee on Jan. 13 that declining fuel-tax receipts and lower-than-expected Climate Commitment Act transfers have left the transportation budget facing multi‑biennium deficits, with ferry and State Patrol accounts structurally underfunded and several capital programs needing additional funding.
Fort Pierce, St. Lucie County, Florida
The Fort Pierce Planning Board voted 6–1 to recommend a zoning text amendment creating a Port of Fort Pierce overlay district, forwarding the draft to the City Commission with an added condition that a seaport be listed as a conditional use.
2025 Legislature VA, Virginia
Senate Bill 967, seeking transparency about performance metrics, protections for bathroom breaks and remedies for violated standards in warehouse/distribution centers, generated lengthy testimony from unions, employers and business groups and failed a committee vote (6–8, 1 abstention).
South Portland Public Schools, School Districts, Maine
Maine defines advanced recycling as incineration, challenging industry claims of sustainable plastic recycling.
Lynnwood, Snohomish County, Washington
The council accepted a $132,700 grant and approved a two-year rental contract with Flock to install automated license-plate reader cameras in Lynnwood; the city will contribute roughly $38,453.50 from the public safety sales tax to cover the remainder.
Madison County, Mississippi
The Madison County Board convened an emergency meeting Jan. 13, 2025, citing statute 19 3 19 to discuss a settlement in litigated eminent-domain cases; the board went into closed session and read settlement figures including a $100,000 total sum and a $69,995 disbursement to the court.
Ways & Means, Senate, Legislative Sessions, Washington
Governor Inslee allocates $1 million for Tukwila Health Center, doubling patient capacity to 8,000.
2025 Legislature VA, Virginia
Lawmakers amended and voted to report SB 780 — aligning Virginia law to the ACA contraceptive coverage benefit — after testimony from health groups, insurers, religious organizations and faith-based opponents.
South Portland Public Schools, School Districts, Maine
Camden school officials debate artificial turf decision amid concerns over field maintenance and safety.
Lynnwood, Snohomish County, Washington
Council held a public hearing on a state-mandated step housing code amendment that would permit transitional, permanent supportive and emergency shelter housing where residential or hotel uses are allowed; staff emphasized the proposed ordinance focuses on documentation and compliance with Commerce guidance.
Stoughton Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
At a Stoughton Public Schools committee meeting, members agreed to form a working group to visit modular classrooms after an April vote, discussed possible K–2/3–5 or other grade configurations, and reviewed community‑engagement examples from Andover and Norwood as the district grapples with capacity and a growing special‑education population.
South Portland Public Schools, School Districts, Maine
Patriots' Gillette Stadium fields require replacement every 3 years due to safety concerns.
Ways & Means, Senate, Legislative Sessions, Washington
Axel Swanson of the Association of County Engineers told the committee he appreciated proposed match funding for federal broadband grants but urged continued support for fish‑passage and the Public Works Assistance account.
2025 Legislature VA, Virginia
Advocates and firefighter organizations urged the Virginia Senate committee to adopt a technical change to the workers' compensation presumptions so firefighters diagnosed with certain throat/esophageal cancers qualify for presumptive coverage; committee indicated the measure must go to the finance committee.
Lynnwood, Snohomish County, Washington
City planning staff presented a draft comprehensive plan that would accommodate roughly 25,000 more residents and about 14,000 new housing units by 2044; public commenters raised concerns about density, parking and trees. Council closed the hearing and staff will return with an adoption ordinance for consideration in two weeks.
Iowa City, Johnson County, Iowa
City Manager Jeff (City Manager) and finance staff on Jan. 13 presented a fiscal year 2026 budget that holds the city's tax rate flat while projecting a roughly $2.6 million general-fund gap and proposing a 1% utility franchise-fee increase to help sustain fare-free transit.
South Portland Public Schools, School Districts, Maine
School district bids farewell to retiring educators, celebrating their decades of dedicated service.
Ways & Means, Senate, Legislative Sessions, Washington
The Washington Wildlife and Recreation Program, community forest grants, Floodplains by Design and salmon recovery funding drew multiple panels of support; port and maritime representatives warned a new industrial stormwater permit creates significant infrastructure costs and urged continued stormwater financial assistance.
South Portland Public Schools, School Districts, Maine
Synthetic turf fields show no significant health risks or injury differences compared to natural grass.
Grand Prairie, Dallas County, Texas
The City of Grand Prairie Planning and Zoning Commission on Jan. 13 approved a new Encore electrical substation at the Poly America campus, a 112-room LiveSmart by Hilton hotel with several variances, and a series of specific-use permits and zoning changes, including an amended SUP boundary and a rezoning to allow three new homes.
South Portland Public Schools, School Districts, Maine
A South Portland High senior reported raising funds and a donor challenge grant for a study-abroad scholarship and asked the board and community for help spreading the word; board members offered advice about governance and selection criteria.
2025 Legislature VA, Virginia
Virginia attracts data centers to rural areas, emphasizing investment and national security concerns.
Science, Technology and Energy, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
The New England Power Generators Association told the committee merchant generators provide most regional capacity, described market-driven investment, highlighted growing storage opportunities and said transmission spending has become a major cost driver for ratepayers.
Ways & Means, Senate, Legislative Sessions, Washington
City administrators from Aberdeen and Hoquiam told the Ways & Means Committee a $17 million state commitment for two levee segments is missing from the governor's proposed capital budget, and urged legislators to honor prior legislative intent so federally matched work can proceed.
Grand Prairie, Dallas County, Texas
Staff presented companion requests for 509 Austin Street: a comp‑plan amendment to lower its future land use designation to low density and a zoning change to SF‑6 to allow a single‑family home; staff said the comp‑plan change is inconsistent with the existing future land use map and could not recommend it.
2025 Legislature VA, Virginia
Jason L. Kuby of the Virginia Economic Development Partnership briefed the subcommittee on the Commonwealth’s Business Ready Sites program, arguing sustained investment is required to keep Virginia competitive, citing past results, an 8-to-1 general fund return, and proposals to scale to $100 million per year to win large projects.
South Portland Public Schools, School Districts, Maine
The South Portland Board of Education approved a series of consent and policy items and adopted a new K–4 math curriculum. The meeting recorded unanimous votes on the consent agenda, consolidated policy package and adoption of the Into Math program.
Grand Prairie, Dallas County, Texas
A zone change request to reclassify two properties at 2335 and 2339 Southeast 4th Street from SF‑2 to SF‑6 was presented; the change would allow subdivision into three single‑family lots, with a minor variance expected for a street setback on the corner lot.
Science, Technology and Energy, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
PUC Chair Dan Goldner and commissioners briefed the committee on the commission’s role as regulator of investor-owned utilities, its separation from the Department of Energy in 2021, adjudicative and non-adjudicative procedures, settlement review, and the commission’s limited enforcement and investigatory functions.
Ways & Means, Senate, Legislative Sessions, Washington
Steve DuPont of Central Washington University and Daryl Jennings for the State Board for Community and Technical Colleges testified in support of the governor's capital priorities for higher education.
2025 Legislature VA, Virginia
Virginia Tourism Corporation briefed the Senate subcommittee on Senate Bill 927, a proposed $5 million sports tourism incentive fund, and recapped recent events including the Solheim Cup, Carter Family Fold anniversary programming and an MLB Speedway Classic partnership expected to drive hotel stays and restaurant spending in Virginia.
Science, Technology and Energy, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
Josh Elliott of the Department of Energy gave a technical walkthrough of the state Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS): how renewable energy certificates (RECs) are defined, class categories, compliance mechanics, the 2025 25.2% target, and the alternative compliance payment structure.
South Portland Public Schools, School Districts, Maine
At a Jan. workshop, the South Portland Board of Education and public speakers debated whether to rebuild the high school athletic complex with synthetic turf, natural grass, or a mix; the superintendent recommended two synthetic turf fields and one grass field while citizens pressed for more information on recyclability and environmental impacts.
Ways & Means, Senate, Legislative Sessions, Washington
"This budget would provide record funding to the Small District Modernization Grant Program, fully funding every outstanding project in the queue," Tyler Munshi told the Senate Ways & Means Committee.
Grand Prairie, Dallas County, Texas
Staff presented a site plan and specific use permit for a two‑story multi‑tenant building with a drive‑through at 2625 England Parkway. The project meets parking and landscaping standards, has 42 parking spaces, and attracted three written oppositions outside the 200‑foot notice buffer.
Kingston, Rockingham County, New Hampshire
Board delays landfill contract decision, emphasizing need for more data and community engagement.
Arlington School District, School Districts, Washington
Schools discuss Narcan policy to combat rising overdose risks among students and staff.
Ways & Means, Senate, Legislative Sessions, Washington
OFM presented $621 million for housing in the governor's capital proposal. Housing advocates, homeless-service and development groups urged the committee to preserve or increase investments in the Housing Trust Fund, infrastructure grants and project‑level support for affordable and supportive housing.
Science, Technology and Energy, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
New Hampshire Department of Energy Commissioner Jared Chicoine and staff briefed the committee on DOE structure and responsibilities, highlighted regional electricity planning led by ISO New England, and warned that meeting neighboring states’ clean-energy goals could be expensive and affect reliability and rates.
Arlington School District, School Districts, Washington
Global leaders inspire change through courage, perseverance, and the power of their voices.
Grand Prairie, Dallas County, Texas
Planning staff presented a request to clarify boundaries and maintain an existing conditional use after City Council approval of a heavy truck parking SUP; no new development proposed and staff recommended approval.
Kingston, Rockingham County, New Hampshire
At its Jan. 13 meeting the Kingston Select Board reviewed draft warrant articles for town meeting, approved an assessing contract and several administrative items, and approved a warrant article to rescind a 1995 directive. The board formally rejected the landfill lease authorization warrant article after debating timing and lease terms.
Kingston, Rockingham County, New Hampshire
Revision Energy updated the Kingston Select Board on a proposed landfill solar array and asked the board to place a warrant article authorizing lease negotiations on the upcoming town meeting ballot; the motion to place the article failed for lack of majority.
Arlington School District, School Districts, Washington
Staff presented methodologies for projecting 2025–26 enrollment and recommended a conservative “medium” April roll-up projection; the board will vote on an enrollment projection at its Jan. 27 meeting. Staff said lower kindergarten numbers are the main near-term driver of uncertainty.
Ways & Means, Senate, Legislative Sessions, Washington
Office of Financial Management senior budget adviser Jen Masterson told the Senate Ways & Means Committee the proposal includes about $5 billion in bond authority, increased by $374 million tied to the governor's revenue package, and totals about $9.2 billion across all funds with major allocations for housing, broadband, climate and education.
Science, Technology and Energy, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
Chair Michael Vos led orientation for the Science, Technology and Energy Committee, reviewing meeting logistics, decorum, attendance reporting, use of electronic devices, storage and security procedures, and how members should conduct themselves during public hearings and executive sessions.
Grand Prairie, Dallas County, Texas
A site plan for a five-story, 112-room 'Live Smart by Hilton' extended-stay hotel in PD-217 (entertainment district) was presented. Staff flagged three variance requests: reduced TxDOT buffer, relief from masonry screening wall where an existing retaining wall/fence exists, and an exception for a required amenity (pool).
Upland, San Bernardino County, California
The council recessed into a closed session on real-property negotiations with no reportable action, excused an ill council member, approved the consent calendar and adjourned in memory of two retired police employees.
Derby, Sedgwick County, Kansas
Board faces backlash over rejection of social studies curriculum amid concerns of political bias.
Grand Prairie, Dallas County, Texas
City staff briefed the Planning and Zoning Commission on a site plan for an Encore Tire electrical substation to be located inside the Poly America campus. Staff recommended approval; the applicant seeks two variances for landscaping and paving material.
Arlington School District, School Districts, Washington
At its meeting, the Arlington School District board approved a contract with McGranahan PBK Architects to deliver capital-levy projects funded by the 2024 capital levy and adopted several board policies, including an opioid-overdose reversal policy (Narcan). Student advisers offered advisory yes votes on the McGranahan contract.
Ways and Means, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
Deputy Commissioner Rich Labors and DES economist Brian Gottlob told the committee New Hampshire’s labor market remains tight with private‑sector job growth recently outpacing the nation, historically low new unemployment claims, but rising average claim duration and sectoral shortages (notably registered nurses).
Upland, San Bernardino County, California
A field representative for Congresswoman Norma Torres told the council the congresswoman secured $850,000 in federal funding for the downtown Metrolink Station revitalization project and offered federal office assistance with grants and letters of support.
Derby, Sedgwick County, Kansas
HMH curriculum adoption debate highlights commitment to diverse education and community engagement in Derby schools.
Upland, San Bernardino County, California
City presented a certificate recognizing the Friends of the Upland Library for raising nearly $20,000 during Adult Literacy Awareness Week to support the library's adult literacy program.
Overland Park, Johnson County, Kansas
The Overland Park City Council on Jan. 13 approved multiple items: an employee benefits consulting agreement, a resolution to schedule a CID hearing at Stanley Square Shopping Center, and routine appointments and consent agenda measures.
Upland, San Bernardino County, California
City leaders credited public works for trimming trees and emergency planning that limited damage during recent windstorms, while urging Southern California Edison to improve outage notifications and support for vulnerable residents.
North Little Rock City, Pulaski County, Arkansas
The North Little Rock City Council approved multiple items on the consent and new business agenda, including liens for nuisance cleanup, certification of grass-cutting liens, a zoning change for a property on East Broadway, a subdivision waiver on Military Drive, and an ordinance adjusting elected-official salaries.
Derby, Sedgwick County, Kansas
Educator defends HMA curriculum, clarifying Trump's policies and addressing concerns over factual accuracy.
Ways and Means, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
State Treasurer Monica Massapelli told the committee the state’s operating cash is lower than a year ago but remains strong, the revenue stabilization (rainy day) account totals about $292.5 million, and rating agencies upgraded the state; the treasurer flagged lower FY25 revenues and higher expenditures compared with recent trends.
Overland Park, Johnson County, Kansas
Public works staff reported to the council on Jan. 13 that the city deployed about 60 trucks and roughly 172 staff during a late‑week blizzard, used private contractors, and will dispatch a damage assessment team to vet resident reports after receiving tens of thousands of OP CARE tickets related to snow removal.
Town of Acton, Middlesex County, Massachusetts
MBTA faces pressure for improved commuter rail service amid rising traffic and funding discussions.
Ways and Means, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
Taylor Caswell, commissioner of the Department of Business and Economic Affairs, told the committee housing supply, broadband expansion and tourism remain top priorities and described Invest NH grants, a municipal ‘housing champions’ program, broadband investments and a new business gateway for firms and startups.
Derby, Sedgwick County, Kansas
Trust in education hinges on collaboration among parents, students, teachers, and administrators for success.
North Little Rock City, Pulaski County, Arkansas
The North Little Rock City Council held a public hearing on a conditional-use permit for an auto repair business proposed at 3820 Lookout Road and adopted amendments limiting hours and excluding flat-tire repairs.
Overland Park, Johnson County, Kansas
The Overland Park City Council held a public hearing and unanimously approved Resolution 4998 to submit the city’s five‑year CDBG consolidated plan and the 2025 annual action plan — the latter outlining how the city would allocate about $700,000 in anticipated Community Development Block Grant funds for federal fiscal 2025.
Town of Acton, Middlesex County, Massachusetts
Acton launches housing legal clinic and updates mitigation plan amid community support for vulnerable residents.
Ways and Means, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
Lindsey Stepp, commissioner of the Department of Revenue Administration (DRA), briefed Ways and Means members on how major taxes performed through the first half of fiscal 2025 and on structural issues that will affect revenue estimation and the committee’s work.
Derby, Sedgwick County, Kansas
The board approved a pre-algebra/Thinking Mathematically pilot for Derby High School and heard presentations and preview plans for law and public safety, AP biology and secondary world-language pilots.
Town of Acton, Middlesex County, Massachusetts
Residents used the Select Board public comment period to press for additional senior tax relief, to request that Forest Road sidewalks be added to the DPW agenda and to ask the town to require separate water metering for 268 Main Street after an apparent long-term leak shifted costs to a neighboring condominium association.
Carefree, Maricopa County, Arizona
The Planning and Zoning Commission appointed Peter Burns as chair, welcomed newly named commissioners, and approved meeting minutes for May 13 and April 8.
Shaker Heights City Council, Shaker Heights, Cuyahoga County, Ohio
At a Jan. 13 work session, the Shaker Heights City Council reviewed and adjusted its 2025 strategic priorities, reached consensus to apply for a federal Safe Streets planning grant, and discussed updates on the Van Aken bicycle project, youth recreation planning, tree-planting incentives and housing-safety inspections.
Derby, Sedgwick County, Kansas
Administrators presented Prime Fit Youth, a mentor-based prevention/intervention nonprofit program, and proposed a short pilot at Tanglewood and Derby Middle School. The program emphasizes daily mentor check-ins, weekly group SEL work and on-call de-escalation support.
Town of Acton, Middlesex County, Massachusetts
Acton Fire Department will pilot a three- to four-month re-deployment that consolidates personnel into two districts (north and south) to increase on‑shift staffing levels, training time and simultaneous apparatus response; pilot supported by a state grant and Collins Center evaluation.
Ways and Means, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
Legislative Budget Assistant Michael Caine told the Ways and Means committee the fiscal picture for fiscal 2025 is changing as auditors finalize FY24 numbers, business tax performance lags expectations and several off‑budget or statutory draws will hit next year.
Carefree, Maricopa County, Arizona
The Town of Carefree Board of Adjustment approved a variance for 1116 Ocotillo Circle to extend an attached patio cover into the side-yard setback and increase lot coverage; the approval followed staff presentation and no public opposition.
Municipal and County Government, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
Legislators support bill to enhance veterans' property tax exemptions amid ongoing disability evaluations.
Overland Park, Johnson County, Kansas
City staff and consultants outlined a two-year process to update Overland Park’s Unified Development Ordinance to align zoning, design standards and procedures with the Framework OP comprehensive plan; the update will include a code audit, market feasibility study and public engagement, with interim amendments later this year.
Derby, Sedgwick County, Kansas
Derby’s Panther Learning Center reported rising average GPA and credits earned among enrolled students, a decline in discipline referrals and expanding community supports, though attendance remains a focus.
Town of Acton, Middlesex County, Massachusetts
The Select Board approved construction of a 300,000-gallon equalization tank at the Adams Street wastewater treatment plant to manage peak flows from the Powder Mill sewer extension; the developer will contribute $1 million and the town will pursue grants with remaining costs borne by the Sewer Enterprise Fund.
Commerce City, Adams County, Colorado
Commerce City councilors reviewed and adjusted the draft study-session calendar for April through June 2025, slotting economic development incentives, retail leakage and grant briefings and directing staff to schedule a homelessness/parks discussion and other items before the council’s March trip to Washington, D.C.
Derby, Sedgwick County, Kansas
Finance staff reported on final spending of ESSER I–III grants and the district’s financial controls; the District also received the Government Finance Officers Association certificate for excellence in financial reporting for the 40th straight year.
Overland Park, Johnson County, Kansas
On Jan. 13 the Planning Commission approved several routine special use permits and renewals, forwarding them to the City Council; actions included an event center renewal, a communications tower renewal, a drinking establishment renewal and a temporary commercial use in an industrial district.
Town of Acton, Middlesex County, Massachusetts
Town staff presented a proposed new Department of Public Works facility estimated at $43 million and outlined financing options including a debt-exclusion vote; Finance Committee expressed unanimous opposition to the current size and scope and asked for a moderated joint session with the Select Board.
Derby, Sedgwick County, Kansas
At its Jan. 13 meeting the board nominated and approved new leadership: Robin Pearman was nominated and approved as board president. The board also handled nominations for vice president and noted forthcoming CDIC arrangement changes.
Commerce City, Adams County, Colorado
Commerce City’s environmental staff delivered the city’s January oil-and-gas update at the Jan. 13 City Council legislative committee meeting, reporting there were no active new oil-and-gas applications in the city but noting recent rigging operations tied to plugging-and-abandoning a well at the TR Ranch site and five reported air-quality exceedances for the mid-October to mid-November period.
Overland Park, Johnson County, Kansas
The Planning Commission approved Final Development Plan DEV2024‑112 for a multi‑tenant retail pad at the Experia campus with an approved deviation from glazing standards; commissioners required additional glazing at the southeast corner and asked for more vertical landscaping along the south service elevation.
Municipal and County Government, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
House bill 99 proposes 100% property tax waiver for disabled veterans, enhancing local support options.
Town of Acton, Middlesex County, Massachusetts
Town Manager John Manduray presented a $40.94 million recommended municipal operating budget for fiscal 2026, asking Select Board and Finance Committee to balance level services, new positions and capital borrowing amid an override passed last year.
Derby, Sedgwick County, Kansas
Board discussion and public comments Tuesday focused on the board’s recent vote to reject a proposed HMH high-school social studies curriculum. Teachers, parents and community members urged the board to reconsider and criticized the process and its effect on teacher morale.
Commerce City, Adams County, Colorado
City staff recommended buying RTD eco passes for about 1,100 city employees at $20 per year per pass, a program staff says would cost the city about $22,000 annually and could be eligible for a federal/state tax credit. Council asked staff to pursue neighborhood passes, veteran access and microtransit options.
Overland Park, Johnson County, Kansas
Overland Park Planning Commission approved Special Use Permit SUP2024‑0022 for an indefinite period to allow an 8,988 sq. ft. addition at the Blue Valley Recreation Activity Center, including a storm shelter and parking expansion from 143 to 155 spaces, with stipulations A–T.
Parker, Douglas County, Colorado
At a Jan. 13 special meeting, the Parker Town Council appointed Eric Franzen to fill the council seat vacated by Joshua Rivero; the panel voted 5-0 after interviewing four finalists from a field of applicants.
Collin County, Texas
Collin County allocates $101 million in ARPA funds for sheriff's health care facilities and emergency services.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The Contract Review Committee conducted a series of applicant interviews Jan. 10 and approved routine housekeeping motions (agenda, minutes, adjournment) while requesting written budget clarifications and program metrics ahead of grant deliberations.
Municipal and County Government, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
Lawmakers said a prior redistricting omission left Strafford County without an explicit domicile requirement for commissioners; sponsor and a senator proposed technical language to ensure nominees and replacements reside in the district.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
NAMI requested an extension of a therapy-subsidy program that helps uninsured or underinsured residents access private therapists on Nantucket, describing a per-session cap of $125 and a $2,000-per-therapist monthly compensation limit.
Collin County, Texas
A resident told commissioners that if Farmersville or other cities withdraw from county fire protection agreements, the county should consider emergency service districts or other measures to ensure coverage and affordable insurance for residents.
Overland Park, Johnson County, Kansas
The Overland Park Planning Commission voted 8–1 to approve PDP2024-0042, a revised preliminary plan for the Oslo Marketplace commercial pads adjacent to the Oslo Living apartments, after extended debate over drive‑through windows, screening, pedestrian connections and parking amenities.
Aurora City, Douglas County, Colorado
APD briefed council on options to restart automated speed enforcement with unmanned and portable systems; council gave general support to issue an RFP and asked that revenue, deployment corridors and civil-appeal processes be addressed in the procurement.
Municipal and County Government, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
Sponsor and sheriff’s representatives said county revolving funds would let departments accept outside paid details without mid‑year supplemental appropriations; committee members asked about governance, transfers and oversight.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The Memory Café program, run by the Nantucket Community School with Sherburne Commons as fiscal sponsor, reported regular meetings at Sherburne Commons and Island Home and asked the committee to continue support. Organizers said attendance has improved and described outreach challenges to homebound seniors.
Aurora City, Douglas County, Colorado
City clerk reported four qualified applications for three Civil Service Commission vacancies effective Feb. 14; council directed staff to interview all candidates and set a schedule.
Collin County, Texas
County staff gave commissioners a multi-project update on campus construction funded by bond and ARPA dollars, outlined schedules and cost changes for major projects and warned that missed deadlines could jeopardize about $201 million in American Rescue Plan Act funds.
Aurora City, Douglas County, Colorado
Council advanced an ordinance change to align Aurora's camping and abatement policy with the Grants Pass Supreme Court decision, removing some notice and shelter-availability requirements; council members and staff raised concerns about criminal penalties, litigation risk, resource constraints and requested further data.
Sunnyvale, Dallas County, Texas
The council unanimously approved a resolution supporting the town’s application to the North Central Texas Council of Governments Transportation Alternatives program for a segment of the Rails‑to‑Trails corridor between Tripp Road and U.S. 80, including a pedestrian bridge; the grant requires a 20% local match.
Municipal and County Government, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
Sponsor said the local option targets long‑term New Hampshire residents; the New Hampshire Municipal Association opposed the bill as written because it lacks means testing and could shift significant tax burden to other taxpayers.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
Fairwinds asked the Contract Review Committee for $125,000 to cover a psychiatry reimbursement gap and to fund clinician training, licensing incentives and a management audit as the community behavioral health center expands services on Nantucket.
Municipal and County Government, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
Sponsor and veterans’ advocates said enabling towns to adopt a full property‑tax exemption for service‑connected, total disability would help veterans stay in homes; DRA warned of technical issues in implementation and tax‑rate calculation.
Aurora City, Douglas County, Colorado
Council approved a package of 2025 federal and state priorities presented by the city's government relations manager; discussion focused on home-rule preemption and potential coordinated legal response with neighboring cities.
Sunnyvale, Dallas County, Texas
Council approved a KSA Engineers contract to design paving, drainage, water main replacement and safety improvements on Barnes Bridge Road. Design will coordinate with TxDOT bridge work and target construction after the state’s bridge completion.
Johnson County, Texas
The commissioners approved the consent agenda (with two items pulled for separate votes), multiple variances and plats, contracts and equipment purchases, a U.S. Marshals housing agreement and several personnel actions following executive session. One agenda item—an outdoor burning order—received no action.
Municipal and County Government, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
Sponsor said the bill prevents perceived conflicts when the same person serves on both planning and zoning bodies; witnesses discussed alternatives such as required recusals and effects on volunteer recruitment.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
Dreamland representatives said the Theater Speaks program reached roughly 2,000 in-person and more than 600 virtual viewers last year and asked the committee to fund an $80,000 scaled program year to maintain speaker fees, travel and lodging costs for high-profile presenters.
Johnson County, Texas
The county'appointed Historical Commission told commissioners about museum visitor counts, preservation projects including the Doty‑Kirkham House renovation and a recovered historical marker, participation in out‑of‑state dedications, and a gravesite review connected to a proposed Grandview development.
Sunnyvale, Dallas County, Texas
Town staff and consultants recommended — and council indicated concurrence with — a two‑phase, $18.4 million water‑system upgrade plan that adds 3 million gallons of ground storage at Riverstone and later a second delivery point near the Town East elevated tank for redundancy.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
Nantucket STAR requested $31,652.50 to cover staffing and program costs for summer adaptive water-sports, Beach Buddies, Nantucket Wheelers and aquatics, saying most costs are staff compensation and pool/rental fees.
Aurora City, Douglas County, Colorado
The city presented a proposed revision to Section 2-668 of the Aurora City Code to allow an administrative waiver of the six-month ban on former employees contracting with the city; council moved the proposal forward for next steps with no objections.
Municipal and County Government, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
City and town clerks urged the committee to raise the recoverable cost for certified-mail notices in dog-license civil‑forfeiture proceedings to match current postage; lawmakers pressed for clarity on process time and fiscal effect.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
PRISM representative Isaiah Truman asked the Contract Review Committee for $100,000 to underwrite coaches and expand an existing youth sports-mentorship program aimed primarily at Nantucket High School students, describing the request as a one-year pilot to stabilize year-round staff and reach more students.
Municipal and County Government, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
Supporters said a fixed fee would cut assessor workload and collection problems; campground owners and associations warned the proposal shifts enforcement burdens and is unclear on fee calculation.
Johnson County, Texas
Johnson County commissioners heard a detailed update Tuesday on the countywide migration to the Soma public safety dispatch and records system and were told the project's first live deployment has been completed.
Sunnyvale, Dallas County, Texas
Council approved a resolution to set a Feb. 10 public hearing and begin the statutorily required update process for roadway impact fees; the town has engaged Kimley‑Horn to assist and will later address water and sewer fees.
Aurora City, Douglas County, Colorado
Dozens of residents and family members used the public-comment period to demand accountability from Aurora Police Department after several recent incidents, including the shooting death of Kylan Lewis; speakers urged policy changes and criticized council and police leadership.
Collin County, Texas
Collin County faces emergency service crisis as Farmersville considers withdrawing fire protection agreement.
Aurora City, Douglas County, Colorado
The council approved Ordinance 2025-01 to rezone about 4.285 acres from I-1 to R-3 to allow an affordable senior housing development adjacent to Living Tower Free Methodist Church; Planning Commission recommended approval 5-0 and the motion passed at council.
Sunnyvale, Dallas County, Texas
Council gave staff direction to extend the decorative Collins Road lighting standard through Long Creek and to use the same standard on the residential portion of Clay Road, while keeping cobra‑head fixtures in less aesthetic, industrial sections south of the Encore right‑of‑way.
Aurora City, Douglas County, Colorado
Aurora City Council adopted changes to rules of procedure for "public invited to be heard," prioritizing Aurora residents, establishing two 30-minute comment blocks, shortening speaker time and permitting day-of online sign-up; measure passed after extensive debate and public testimony.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
Nantucket discusses historic property preservation and environmental concerns in Madaket area planning meeting.
Supreme Court of Texas, Judicial, Texas
Justices considered whether Texas’s usury statute requires amortizing interest on the declining principal (actuarial method) or whether the district court correctly spread interest without accounting for declining principal; the outcome will affect calculation of maximum lawful interest and potential remedies in a commercial loan dispute.
Collin County, Texas
The court approved the remainder of the consent agenda, confirmed staff promotions on item 2N15, and unanimously passed consent items for the Health Care Foundation, Toll Road Authority and Housing Finance Corporation.
Sunnyvale, Dallas County, Texas
Council approved a contract with Kimley-Horn for design and construction-phase services to upgrade three signals on Belt Line Road, install optic fiber for coordination with Mesquite’s system, add PROWAG-compliant pedestrian elements and provide short-duration backup power.
Collin County, Texas
A local resident asked the court to protect fire and emergency services where cities may stop providing protection and urged the county to consider emergency service districts or withholding grants to compel cooperation.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
Work group members discussed redefining the Madaket study area, creating an overlay district to protect neighborhood character, potential VR-zone tweaks, cottage-colony housing prototypes and how sewer and coastal-resilience guidance could affect future recommendations.
Supreme Court of Texas, Judicial, Texas
At oral argument the court heard competing claims over whether Annunciation House’s sheltering of undocumented migrants amounts to criminal 'harboring' and whether Quo Warranto/Quo warranto remedies and RFRA raise bar to enforcement; parties disputed concealment, intent, and whether the record suffices to pursue forfeiture or injunction remedies.
Aurora City, Douglas County, Colorado
The Aurora City Council on a split vote adopted Resolution 2025-05 affirming support for immigrants and adding language that specifically references uncertainty for people with Temporary Protected Status, DACA and humanitarian parole; the council also inserted a clause saying the city will not interfere with federal immigration law.
Supreme Court of Texas, Judicial, Texas
Justices heard competing views about whether testimony and post‑accident BAC evidence can create a fact issue to defeat summary judgment under the Texas Alcoholic Beverage Code’s “obviously intoxicated” standard for dram‑shop liability.
Sunnyvale, Dallas County, Texas
The Town Council unanimously approved amendments to Unified Development Ordinance section 3.0603 on Jan. 13 that tighten tree-removal procedures, expand the list of exempt species, add penalties for unauthorized removal and create a 60‑month mitigation clawback tied to future development.
Littleton City, Arapahoe County, Colorado
Cyclist killed by car prompts call for better infrastructure for low-velocity vehicles on Broadway.
Collin County, Texas
After executive session, the court authorized staff to document an agreement to acquire property interests for parcels tied to FM 546/Merrick Lane phase 1, subject to delivery of title within 30 days. The motion passed 4–0.
Supreme Court of Texas, Judicial, Texas
At oral argument the court focused on whether section 9.1 of the parties' MAG‑5 agreement excuses American Midstream from performance when Transco issues operational flow orders (OFOs) and on whether Rainbow's lost‑profits damages meet Texas's reasonable‑certainty standard.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
Members of the Madaket Area Plan work group urged more member feedback on Chapter 5 (Natural and Cultural Resources), discussed local historic-property review processes and asked the town historic planner for assistance on a disputed Tennessee Avenue property.
Richardson, Dallas County, Texas
City commission recommends approval for development despite seven public opposition comments.
Richardson, Dallas County, Texas
Highland Terrace residents urge city council to reconsider development plan for community alignment.
Hutchinson County, Texas
The sheriff asked permission to place four surplus vehicles — including a 2020 Tahoe used as a K9 unit — on Purple Wave; commissioners opted to table the matter while departments confirm mileage, condition and any needed transfers.
House of Representatives, Committees, Legislative, Arizona
Retired agent Victor Avila advocates for border security and human trafficking awareness after surviving cartel ambush.
Collin County, Texas
County staff gave a quarter‑one update on multiple new‑construction projects funded by bond proceeds and American Rescue Plan Act money, outlining timelines, costs and risks. Commissioners pressed staff on staging, parking and schedule risk tied to inflation and ARPA spending deadlines.
Littleton City, Arapahoe County, Colorado
Concerns arise over bike lane safety amid proposed traffic changes in multimodal planning discussions.
Richardson, Dallas County, Texas
Applicant seeks code exception for 6-foot fence and storm shelter at school site.
Collin County, Texas
Collin County allocates $101 million in ARPA funds for new jail healthcare facilities and emergency services.
Hutchinson County, Texas
The court heard extended discussion about unapproved work on annex painting and texturing, including conflicting walkthroughs and multiple change orders. Commissioners entered executive session for legal advice and returned to take no action and table the item pending counsel review.
House of Representatives, Committees, Legislative, Arizona
Victor Avila Jr., a retired Homeland Security Investigations agent, told the Arizona House about surviving a 2011 ambush in Mexico that killed his colleague Special Agent Jaime Zapata and urged lawmakers to prioritize human trafficking and public safety.
Littleton City, Arapahoe County, Colorado
Kyle, a transportation staff member for the City of Littleton, gave the Planning Commission a detailed briefing on how the city evaluates transportation impacts for new development, using the 700 West Mineral project as a worked example.
Richardson, Dallas County, Texas
The Richardson City Council unanimously approved a special permit allowing Masorah High School for Girls to relocate into an existing office building at 21101 Waterview Parkway, with a council condition that the fence/gate provide at least a 6‑foot opening to allow timely access to a required storm shelter.
Collin County, Texas
The court approved consent agendas across several county boards and authorized staff to move forward on property acquisition for the FM 546/Merrick Lane phase 1 project, with conditions on title delivery.
Pueblo West, Pueblo County, Colorado
Staff reported installation of perimeter signage around Track 317 to deter vehicle access from county roads and said a subdivision‑vacation survey will be submitted to Pueblo County planning; county review and Planning & Zoning and BOCC hearings are expected later this spring.
House of Representatives, Committees, Legislative, Arizona
On opening day of the 57th Legislature, the Arizona House of Representatives elected Steve B. Montenegro as speaker, adopted temporary rules and personnel, and approved a credentials report certifying members elected Nov. 5, 2024.
Hutchinson County, Texas
Hutchinson County commissioners approved a series of routine agreements, personnel bonds and policy renewals, and cleared travel and facility requests during a regular meeting; several operational items and a contentious annex change order were handled separately.
Richardson, Dallas County, Texas
The council unanimously approved a special permit allowing Pillars Childcare to operate at the existing 3.1‑acre facility at 3501 Murphy Road with a maximum enrollment of 248 and standard conditions tying the permit to the site plan, the operator, and required building permits.
Pueblo West, Pueblo County, Colorado
The district reopened applications for Desert Hawk Management Board seats at Pueblo County’s request; staff recommended the district’s prior nominees remain under consideration and the board asked staff to prepare ranked options and a joint county briefing on the IGA and debts.
Collin County, Texas
County staff gave a quarter‑one update on multiple new‑construction projects — including a mental‑health medical building, central utility plant and parking garage — and told commissioners they are targeting substantial completion of ARPA‑funded work well ahead of the end‑of‑2026 federal deadline.
Richardson, Dallas County, Texas
The council unanimously approved a PD to build 36 townhome units on about 3 acres northwest of Belt Line Road and Jupiter; the development will use a private access drive, a restricted gate at the mutual access easement and several requested exceptions to standard townhome dimensional rules.
Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arizona
Officer Zane Coolidge dies from injuries sustained in a shooting during a burglary pursuit.
Miami-Dade County, Florida
The committee withdrew a nomination to the Tourist Development Council after Cultural Affairs staff said a scrivener’s error misstated a vacancy. Commissioners also noted two cultural funding items affecting Miami Beach, including a journal transfer for the Sabrina Cohen Adaptive Beach and matching funds for Miami New Drama.
Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arizona
On Jan. 13 the Arizona Senate formally organized the 57th Legislature, elected Warren Peterson president and recorded a unanimous ballot for Susan Aceves as secretary, adopted the prior session's rules temporarily and approved a measure to read bills by number or short title to expedite business.
Pueblo West, Pueblo County, Colorado
Staff presented a draft 2025 strategic plan skeleton with 14 desired end states ranked by the board; top priorities were securing water rights and the permanence of fire-department funding. Staff sought board input on Desert Hawk, water storage, and covenant enforcement.
Richardson, Dallas County, Texas
After staff presented three options and answered council questions about costs and operating‑cost recovery, the city council adopted the Richardson Aquatics Master Plan on the consent agenda; one councilmember dissented, citing concerns about comparative data and Canyon Creek options.
Hutto, Williamson County, Texas
The Hutto Economic Development Corporation unanimously approved its December minutes and financial report, heard updates on a draft online incentive application and potential bylaw changes including a corporate credit card and delegated staff authority, and agreed to review redlined bylaw amendments ahead of a February meeting.
Richardson, Dallas County, Texas
The Richardson City Council continued the public hearing on a request to rezone 4.08 acres at 601 East Main Street for a 38‑unit townhome development after extensive neighborhood comment and council questions; the case was continued to Feb. 3 to allow additional meetings between the applicant and neighborhood.
Miami-Dade County, Florida
The Miami‑Dade County Tourism Committee voted to request a countywide report in 90 days on fire‑hydrant readiness, with a focus on unincorporated areas, after members raised concerns prompted by recent wildfires in California.
House of Representatives, Legislative, Iowa
The Iowa House approved a listing of member seat assignments by voice vote, heard a notice that Republicans would caucus after adjournment, and received brief announcements about a Des Moines Water Works breakfast and a panoramic photo.
Oro Valley, Pima County, Arizona
Staff told the commission Jan. 13 that groundwater production was near historic lows in 2024 while use of Central Arizona Project (CAP) water rose; Countryside wheeling capacity was upgraded from roughly 100 to 300 gallons per minute.
Pueblo West, Pueblo County, Colorado
Pueblo West approved Short Elliott Hendrickson to design an expansion of potable water storage. Staff discussed designing up to four tanks, timeline and alternatives such as upsizing mains (looping) to reduce the need for a west‑end tank.
Hutto, Williamson County, Texas
The Hutto Economic Development Corporation on a 7-0 vote approved a temporary construction easement assignment and a right-of-entry to allow infrastructure and due-diligence work on corporation-owned Cottonwood properties, appointed a three-member advisory subcommittee for a forthcoming development agreement with Midway, and directed staff to negotiate a new farm lease for the Cottonwood site.
Miami-Dade County, Florida
Officials expedite emergency contract to address biosolid backup affecting thousands of residents.
Oro Valley, Pima County, Arizona
Staff updated the commission on capital projects including two wells slated for construction, the Big Wash reservoir rehab completed in October, booster station work and progress on partner and independent transmission mains tied to the Northwest Recharge Recovery Delivery System partnership.
Fulshear, Fort Bend County, Texas
At the Jan. 13 meeting the A board approved staff pursuing a contract with Retail Strategies (cost share with B board), approved relocation of the Texas Heritage Parkway gateway sign, and approved routine payables and minutes; motions passed by voice vote with no recorded roll‑call tallies.
Miami-Dade County, Florida
The committee approved an extension of a legacy electronic-payment contract and discussed rising convenience and transaction fees for residents; staff said an RFP will seek alternative platforms and a vendor demonstration will precede any further changes.
Pueblo West, Pueblo County, Colorado
Pueblo West district staff presented three administration-office options—buy and renovate 713 East Spalding, purchase/expand near 63 East Spalding, or build new at 20 East Civic Center Drive—and the board discussed costs, parking and implications for other capital priorities.
Oro Valley, Pima County, Arizona
On Jan. 13 the Oro Valley Water Utility Commission voted to recommend that the mayor and town council consider a proposed water-rate package for fiscal 2025–26. Staff described a five‑year rate model, capital funding plans and a timetable that would publish a notice of intent March 5 and hold a public hearing June 4 if council agrees.
Senate, Legislative, Iowa
Senator Weiner, leading the Senate Democrats’ remarks, called for bipartisan cooperation and prioritized childcare access, worker protections, public education funding for AEAs, affordable housing, transparent budgeting and opioid settlement accountability.
Fulshear, Fort Bend County, Texas
Staff reported a subcontractor safety incident and an unexpected 8‑inch water line requiring a $22,155 relocation funded from a $75,000 contingency; Eastside Drainage remains stalled pending negotiations over a required easement with the private landowner.
Senate, Legislative, Iowa
Senate Republican leader Senator Whitver delivered a speech outlining conservative priorities for the 90th General Assembly, citing specific bills and policy goals including tax cuts, school and child protection measures, agricultural protections, workforce and regulatory reforms, and public safety initiatives.
Sedona, Yavapai County, Arizona
Commission discusses preserving historic adobe house amid potential rezoning and development plans.
Pueblo West, Pueblo County, Colorado
At its first 2025 meeting, the Pueblo West Metro District Board approved four resolutions: accepting construction for a cured-in-place sewer lining project, adopting revised district bylaws, adopting updated personnel policies, and approving Short Elliott Hendrickson to design potable water storage expansion.
Miami-Dade County, Florida
Miami-Dade County committee approved seeking a $3 million federal match to test a vendor�27s biosolids treatment technology after members raised alarm about emergency backups and rising per-ton disposal costs in the South district.
Fulshear, Fort Bend County, Texas
Staff reported metrics and planned programming for the Fulshear Fast Track small‑business accelerator, including a 10‑week marketing mentorship cohort, weekend business boot camps, a revised website/app and efforts to build an investor network.
Prince George's County, Maryland
The council handled multiple detailed site plan (DSP) and specific design plan (SDP) items on Jan. 13, approving waiver motions to let planning board approvals stand for several large developments, deferring several items and scheduling an executive session.
Sedona, Yavapai County, Arizona
The Historic Preservation Commission elected Nate Myers as chair and selected a vice chair by voice vote during the meeting; both motions carried by voice vote with no recorded roll-call tallies in the transcript.
Senate, Legislative, Iowa
On the opening day of the 90th General Assembly the Iowa Senate adopted temporary rules and compensation provisions, appointed committees including credentials and mileage, accepted the secretary of state's certifications, nominated and confirmed leadership and permanent officers, and recessed for committee meetings.
Fountain Hills, Maricopa County, Arizona
Commissioners express strong concerns over poorly planned residential development replacing vital commercial space.
Fulshear, Fort Bend County, Texas
TIP Strategies consultant John Karas presented two options — a limited "refresh" or a comprehensive update — and described a three‑phase planning process, stakeholder engagement needs, typical timelines and factors that should guide the A/B EDC boards' decision.
Prince George's County, Maryland
The Prince George’s County District Council voted 8-0 to deny the detailed site plan (DSP 20002) for the Jyok Sun Buddhist Temple in Laurel, finding the applicant had not complied with the council’s remand instructions and that no new record had been created for the planning board to consider.
Marion County, Florida
Community opposes zoning change, citing concerns over trailers and property aesthetics.
Sedona, Yavapai County, Arizona
Staff notified the Historic Preservation Commission about a recent rezoning application for the parcel at 50 Tranquil Avenue that contains the Rigby house; commissioners asked staff to pursue documentation and to keep HPC informed as the rezoning and Planning & Zoning review proceed.
Fountain Hills, Maricopa County, Arizona
Planning staff presented a draft downtown overlay that combines existing overlays, sets active retail and restaurant uses for avenue ground floors, increases by-right residential density options, and proposes streetscape changes; commissioners voiced concerns about displacing ground-floor offices and vacancy risk.
Senate, Legislative, Iowa
The Iowa Senate adopted House Concurrent Resolutions 1, 2 and 3 after unanimous consent to take them up; each resolution was adopted by voice vote and the Senate ordered the resolutions messaged to the House.
Fountain Hills, Maricopa County, Arizona
The commission unanimously recommended denial of a special use permit to build four multifamily buildings (three units each) targeted at older residents; commissioners cited density, lack of elevator access, parking, and open-space concerns.
Balch Springs, Dallas County, Texas
Council directed staff to work with community partners and return Jan. 27 with a temporary warming-shelter plan after hearing resource and outreach constraints from police and emergency-management staff.
Marion County, Florida
Property owner protests drone surveillance while seeking approval for truck parking on new land.
Sedona, Yavapai County, Arizona
City staff sought Historic Preservation Commission feedback on interior alteration plans for the Ranger Station house and barn, described proposed community uses and amenities, and outlined the remaining restroom bid and schedule; final interior decisions will be made by City Council.
Senate, Legislative, Iowa
Sen. Jeff David Reitman took the oath of office on the Senate floor, pledging to support the U.S. and Iowa constitutions and to faithfully discharge the duties of his position.
Camas School District, School Districts, Washington
At a Jan. 13 workshop the district’s Standards-Based Learning work group reported progress on common scales, reassessment guidelines and professional learning, while flagging inconsistent practice across buildings, communication gaps with families, and the need for more district-level guidance.
Camas School District, School Districts, Washington
At a Jan. 13 board workshop the Camas School District presented a safety progress report that highlighted districtwide rollout of the Standard Response Protocol and CrisisGo integration, new camera and vaping sensors funded by a statewide lawsuit, and plans to streamline emergency binders and increase building-level training.
Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa
City manager's budget decisions spark public outcry and concerns over transparency and sustainability projects.
Balch Springs, Dallas County, Texas
At its Jan. 13 meeting, the Balch Springs City Council approved consent minutes, approved a rezoning request for 15006 Quail Drive, authorized intervention to oppose an Atmos Energy rate increase, and postponed two personnel/ policy items to Jan. 27.
Fountain Hills, Maricopa County, Arizona
Commissioners voted 7-0 to recommend denial of a special use permit that would allow 10 single-family 'cottage' units on six parcels in the commercial Plat 106; staff and commissioners cited alley access, trash collection, lack of open space, and design concerns.
Marion County, Florida
Commissioners granted continuances for multiple rezoning/land‑use applications affecting Green Turf Acres and related parcels to March and April hearings, and directed staff to enforce existing code violations where structures or uses are operating without appropriate approvals.
Marion County, Florida
The Board unanimously approved a final master plan for a planned unit development of up to 205 single‑family homes on 47.28 acres, including a clubhouse, pool, pickleball courts, playground and modified Type C buffers adjoining Quail Meadow and Ocala Preserve.
Austin, Travis County, Texas
Elroy faces urgent need for dog rescue as shelters refuse to help abandoned puppies.
Idaho Falls, Bonneville County, Idaho
City staff updated the council on efforts to resolve 1950s-era covenants that limit development on four parcels adjacent to Pinecrest Golf Course and described negotiations with Builders FirstSource and a commercial broker; no sale was approved, but staff was directed to continue negotiations with the appraisal as a reference point.
Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa
Des Moines faces backlash over proposed elimination of sustainability office amid community-led climate efforts.
Fountain Hills, Maricopa County, Arizona
Planning staff recommended approval of a special use permit to allow outdoor display of non-gas small vehicles; the commission recommended approval limited to electric golf carts only and included staff parking recommendations.
Marion County, Florida
After extensive public comment and testimony, the Board of County Commissioners denied a special‑use permit request to park multiple semi‑tractors and trailers on A‑1 zoned rural property, and gave the property owner 60 days to relocate vehicles before code enforcement proceeds.
Town of Brownsburg, Hendricks County, Indiana
At its Jan. 13 meeting the Town of Brownsburg Board of Zoning Appeals elected officers, approved minutes and findings of fact, suspended a procedural rule for one hearing, adopted new rules of procedure (Resolution 2025‑1 BZA), and denied the QuikTrip sign variance BZDV‑24‑9290.
Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa
City council faces criticism for inadequate homeless support amid extreme cold and rising numbers.
Austin, Travis County, Texas
A resident described multiple dumped puppies in the Elroy/Del Valle area and requested an outreach clinic there to help rescued dogs and encourage shelter access for residents in unincorporated areas.
Fountain Hills, Maricopa County, Arizona
The Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously approved meeting minutes from November 18 and December 9 and appointed Commissioner Kovacevic as chair and Commissioner Corey as vice chair.
Town of Brownsburg, Hendricks County, Indiana
The Town of Brownsburg Board of Zoning Appeals on Jan. 13 denied a variance for a 60‑foot, 138.2‑square‑foot off‑premise price sign proposed by QuikTrip at 9290 Corrugated Avenue, finding the applicant had not met the Unified Development Ordinance's practical‑difficulty standard.
Marion County, Florida
County staff told commissioners the Board'approved rezoning in December was based on an incorrect future land‑use map; the board authorized staff to initiate a repeal process and approved filing an ordinance with the Secretary of State to enable that repeal.
Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa
City council approves funding for Pallet Village Shelter to address homelessness and community needs.
Austin, Travis County, Texas
Volunteers described a multi-step, largely manual Trap-Neuter-Return (TNR) workflow and asked the commission to form a TNR working group to streamline processes, expand clinic access and reduce volunteer burden.
SAND SPRINGS, School Districts, Oklahoma
A Sand Springs parent committee chair described cultural programming, summer camps and a planned pow wow for May 10, and the board presented a community partnership award to ReWorld Tulsa at the Jan. 13 meeting.
Richmond City (Independent City), Virginia
At an informal meeting of the Richmond City Council, members voted to allow Council member Nicole Jones to participate in the meeting by Microsoft Teams under council rules covering electronic participation.
Austin, Travis County, Texas
City staff presented a draft five-year strategic plan for Austin Animal Services and heard public testimony urging clear measures for open intake, maintenance of a 95% live-release rate and improved customer service at the shelter.
Legislative, Arizona
Arizona takes action to combat housing crisis and support homeownership amid rising costs and speculation.
Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa
Neighbors oppose rezoning for duplex at 955 24th Street, citing density and traffic concerns.
SAND SPRINGS, School Districts, Oklahoma
At its Jan. 13 meeting the Sand Springs Public Schools Board of Education accepted the district�audit, approved a multi-part construction contract package for the Clyde Boyd middle school project and approved routine personnel and consent items. Board members voted unanimously on the measures.
Legislative, Arizona
Legislators urged to impose accountability on $1 billion ESA program to prevent fraud and waste.
Legislative, Arizona
Arizona commits to bipartisan water reform, vows to veto any detrimental legislation on water security.
Richmond City (Independent City), Virginia
Water treatment plant crisis prompts emergency response, boil advisory, and plans for system resilience.
Austin, Travis County, Texas
A member of the public urged Austin Energy to better promote three donation funds on customer bills: the customer assistance program, parks and libraries fund, and a fund for homeless students.
Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa
Des Moines faces $17 million budget shortfall, prompting layoffs and calls to maintain sustainability efforts.
Harris County, Texas
First woman of color appointed chair of Houston Pilots, pledges commitment to community and economy.
Harris County, Texas
Port Houston expands operations, creating jobs and enhancing economic growth through strategic investments and collaboration.
Legislative, Arizona
Arizona's promise of opportunity and security faces challenges as costs of living rise.
Richmond City (Independent City), Virginia
Residents urge Richmond City Council to prioritize local issues over external controversies and infrastructure needs.
Austin, Travis County, Texas
Commissioners queried Austin Energy staff about training and oversight for contractors performing vegetation management; the commission approved the remaining consent items (items 3–6) together.
Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa
Des Moines residents urge city leaders to retain sustainability office amid climate change concerns.
Richmond City (Independent City), Virginia
At a brief session, Richmond City Council’s clerk announced several ordinances and resolutions will be continued to January and February meetings after Planning Commission cancellations; an unnamed councilmember requested a presentation on the biannual real estate report, prompting a continuance.
Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa
City Manager Scott Sanders said two sustainability positions were eliminated as part of steps to address a $17 million budget shortfall; residents, neighborhood leaders and sustainability advocates urged the council to restore the staff or present an alternative plan for ADAPTDSM implementation.
Harris County, Texas
During a joint meeting, the body unanimously nominated Francis Castaneda as chair of the Pilots Commission and she outlined priorities including outreach, safety and workforce development.
Legislative, Arizona
Arizona fights for clean water access, securing rights for tribal nations and protecting groundwater resources.
Harris County, Texas
A joint meeting of the Houston City Council and Harris County Commissioners unanimously reappointed the chair of Port Houston and heard the chair highlight recent cargo, infrastructure and community investments.
Austin, Travis County, Texas
The Resource Management Commission voted to move $30 million of over-recovered power supply funds into Austin Energy's power supply stabilization reserve to meet the utility's financial-policy targets.
Lexington City, Fayette County, Kentucky
At its Jan. 13 meeting the Lexington Board of Adjustments approved a mix of conditional use permits and variances, including an 18‑foot front‑yard variance for a Mount Vernon Drive turnabout and several short‑term rental permits, while denying others amid parking and concentration concerns.
Bellbrook City Council, Bellbrook, Greene County, Ohio
On Jan. 13 the Bellbrook City Council adopted two resolutions—authorizing intra-fund transfers including a $420,000 general-to-police transfer and declaring surplus gear for donation to a fire academy—and approved one appointment and two reappointments to the Village Review Board.
Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa
The council authorized an application for Iowa CDBG CV funds to support a pallet-village shelter concept. Speakers urged clarity on operating partners, service budgets and protections for LGBTQ residents; city staff said the next month is critical to secure service partners and private fundraising for ongoing operations.
Lexington City, Fayette County, Kentucky
Lexington officials and artists marked the relocation of a white‑oak sculpture titled “2020 Blues” to a Manchester/ distillery‑district site on Southland Drive. City and commission members described the piece as a memorial to the pandemic era and praised the local artist who created it.
Sheridan, Sheridan County, Wyoming
The City of Sheridan Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of preliminary plat PL24-31, a proposal to consolidate 12 platted lots and portions of vacated alleys into five R‑2 lots at 41 North Carlin Street, with conditions before final plat.
Legislative, Arizona
Arizona commits to protecting women's health rights and expanding access to maternal and reproductive care.
Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa
Woodland Heights residents objected to a request to rezone 955 24th Street to permit a duplex, citing alley access, tree loss and neighborhood character. The property owner and multiple council members said the lot's size can support two households; the council approved the rezoning 7–0.
Bellbrook City Council, Bellbrook, Greene County, Ohio
At its Jan. 13 meeting the Bellbrook City Council heard an informational housing survey on expanding the city’s Community Reinvestment Area to encourage investment in the downtown/Old Village district.
STAFFORD MSD, School Districts, Texas
At its meeting the Stafford MSD Board of Trustees approved a contract award for speech and language services, a $25,000 budget transfer to cover copier invoices and accepted the consent agenda with corrections to minutes; all formal motions passed unanimously.
Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa
The Des Moines City Council on Jan. 13 approved a slate of routine and contested items, including rezonings, street and bridge contracts, municipal code amendments and applications for grant funding. Most votes passed unanimously; one zoning board review drew a 6-1 (with one abstention) outcome.
Austin, Travis County, Texas
The Board unanimously approved the Dec. 9, 2024 minutes, granted postponements for three variance cases (including two to Feb. 10 and one to March 10, 2025), and discussed meeting procedure and the practice of reading required findings aloud.
Legislative, Arizona
Governor Hobbs pledged to make 12-month postpartum Medicaid coverage permanent, urged expanded family planning services, celebrated repeal of the 1864 abortion ban and asked the legislature to protect contraception and fertility treatment access.
Harrisonburg (Independent City), Virginia
Mark, Harrisonburg’s Director of Elections, told the Jan. 13 Electoral Board meeting that the Nov. 5 election produced 27,645 registered voters, 17,455 votes cast (63% of registered voters), 2,489 provisional ballots received (2,342 counted) and heavy same‑day registration that strained precinct staffing and data‑entry systems.
STAFFORD MSD, School Districts, Texas
The Stafford Municipal School District board voted unanimously to approve a targeted improvement plan for Stafford Middle School that formalizes use of Effective Schools Framework practices and TEA-funded supports for data-driven instruction and mathematics interventions.
Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa
Community prioritizes affordability issue over market gap, recommending strategic action for long-term solutions.
Austin, Travis County, Texas
The Board of Adjustment granted variances for a historic home at 1607 West 10th Street after finding unique hardships including a reduced lot from earlier street widening, documented neighbor encroachment and prior Landmark Commission approval for the proposed addition.
Carlsbad, San Diego County, California
Staff reported progress on multiple park and recreation projects Jan. 13, 2025: Alga Norte Aquatic Center is undergoing concurrent replastering and locker-room renovations, with a possible early-March reopening; Monroe Street Pool contract is scheduled for City Council action Jan. 14; Stagecoach community garden construction is on track for spring
Harrisonburg (Independent City), Virginia
At the Jan. 13 Harrisonburg City Electoral Board meeting, longtime volunteer Pat Hayden urged better training, backup staffing and clearer rules after disruptive large groups and signage disputes affected several early-voting precincts in November; board members and election staff acknowledged problems and discussed potential procedural changes.
Legislative, Arizona
Governor Hobbs said the Arizona National Guard supports federal border efforts, cited large narcotics seizures and proposed pay raises for state police, correctional officers and firefighters in her executive budget.
Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa
Des Moines faces $1 billion housing equity issue due to 45,000 neglected homes impacting affordability.
Austin, Travis County, Texas
The City of Austin Board of Adjustment on Jan. 13 approved variances that allow Saint David’s Health Care to replace and illuminate three signs along the MoPac Expressway service road to improve wayfinding to North Austin Medical Center.
Carlsbad, San Diego County, California
At its Jan. 13 meeting the City of Carlsbad Parks and Recreation Commission unanimously approved previous meeting minutes and reappointed Chair Winston and Vice Chair Alleman to one-year terms ending December 2025.
Lexington City, Fayette County, Kentucky
City officials and the artist formalized a permanent home for a 2020-era sculpture, funded by LFUCG Council Capital Funds, on the Town Branch Trail in the Distillery District; a commemorative plaque will follow in several months.
Legislative, Arizona
Governor Hobbs announced she signed historic water settlements with four tribal nations, designated the Wilcox groundwater basin as an active management area, and warned she will veto bills that undercut Arizona's assured water supply protections.
Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa
City faces housing challenges with 45,000 neglected homes suppressing property values and limiting demand.
Bellbrook City Council, Bellbrook, Greene County, Ohio
At its Jan. 13 meeting, the Community Affairs Committee of the Bellbrook City Council recommended appointing Stephanie Sinku to the Village Review Board and reappointing Jeff Owens and Jacqueline Greenwood; the committee met in executive session before recording its recommendations.
Ocala, Marion County, Florida
The City of Ocala Planning & Zoning Commission on the meeting record approved multiple land-use items, including two subdivision applications, an alley abrogation tied to a downtown redevelopment, a plat vacation for Mercy Village, a rezoning to allow expansion of the Florida Center for the Blind and Planned Development rezoning and PD standards for Emerson Point Phase 3; all motions passed unanimously.
Legislative, Arizona
Governor Hobbs proposed the Working Families Childcare Act to reduce childcare costs by about two-thirds through employer partnerships and other measures, citing nearly $15,000 average annual childcare costs and economic losses from childcare disruptions.
Grayson County, Texas
Officials urge safety amid snowstorm, express concern over potential wildfire risks and infrastructure challenges.
2025 Legislature VA, Virginia
The clerk reported Delegate-elect JJ Singh won a Jan. 7 special election and was sworn in Jan. 13; Speaker Don Scott assigned Singh to two committees and the House granted unanimous consent for Singh to file up to 10 bills after the pre-filing deadline.
Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa
Housing crisis demands holistic societal solutions, as current efforts leave 90% of issues unresolved.
Grayson County, Texas
At a Monday meeting, the Grayson County Commissioners Court approved a replat of a 1.165-acre tract on the east side of Majors Road into two lots (Lot 49R), confirmed appointments to the Grayson County Historical Commission and the Mills on Wheels board, and authorized payment of county bills.
Waukesha City, Waukesha County, Wisconsin
Committee members recommended the Common Council repeal portions of Municipal Code sections that required restaurant status and revenue calculations for Class B and Class C retail alcohol licenses, saying state law now preempts those local provisions and the local provisions are difficult to enforce.
Legislative, Arizona
Governor Hobbs called for extending housing tax credits, curbing out-of-state vacation rental speculation, doubling down-payment assistance through Arizona is Home and creating a Homes for Heroes fund to end veteran homelessness within a decade.
Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa
Community prioritizes affordability over market gaps, recommending to stay the course on housing policy.
2025 Legislature VA, Virginia
Gov. Glenn Youngkin used his Jan. 13 State of the Commonwealth address to propose new spending for schools, $50 million in opportunity scholarships, car-tax relief, expanded power generation and stiffer penalties for fentanyl-related deaths.
Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa
City faces fiscal challenges as aging structures outpace tax revenue; new construction and rehab needed.
Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa
Consultants presented a citywide housing strategy update on Jan. 13, identifying about 45,000 older, smaller and neglected housing units and laying out three broad policy pathways to address market and affordability shortfalls.
Waukesha City, Waukesha County, Wisconsin
The Ordinance and Licensing Committee voted unanimously to recommend amending Municipal Code 9.09(1) to require alcohol-license agents to reside within a 25-mile radius of Waukesha City Hall rather than within Waukesha County. The police department reported neutrality on the change.
St. Augustine, St. Johns County , Florida
Norma Sherry bids farewell as St. Augustine's first poet laureate, passing the torch joyfully.
2025 Legislature VA, Virginia
A House Finance Committee presenter told members that 19 Virginia tax preferences are scheduled to sunset before July 2026; the committee plans an omnibus bill to extend all but the standard deduction, which will be handled separately so a joint subcommittee can review expiring preferences.
Legislative, Arizona
Governor Katie Hobbs urged legislation to raise teacher pay, extend Prop 123 school funding, cap and add oversight to the ESA program and address the aggregate expenditure limit to keep schools open.
Legislative, Arizona
In her 2025 State of the State address, Governor Katie Hobbs urged bipartisan action on housing, water security, teacher pay, childcare and public safety, and outlined executive steps already taken on water settlements and groundwater management.
Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa
Consultants updated the Des Moines City Council work session on plans to expand Invest DSM’s special investment districts into two additional neighborhoods and previewed public open houses. Councilmembers raised equity concerns about district boundaries after recent redistricting.
2025 Legislature VA, Virginia
Staff presented an overview of the governor’s introduced amendments to the biennial budget (House Bill 1600), highlighting $4.7 billion in new resources, a $1.1 billion refundable car tax credit appropriation for 2025, large Medicaid reforecast adjustments and one‑time capital spending concentrated in fiscal 2025.
St. Augustine, St. Johns County , Florida
St. Augustine declares January 2025 as Human Trafficking Awareness Month to combat local trafficking issues.
Waukesha City, Waukesha County, Wisconsin
The committee unanimously approved the rooming house application for 362 West Main Street after the property passed inspection, and moved the recommendation forward to the Common Council.
Waukesha City, Waukesha County, Wisconsin
The Waukesha Ordinance and Licensing Committee voted unanimously to recommend a Class C wine license for Fisk Avenue LLC, a creative studio offering guided DIY woodworking and epoxy workshops. Committee members and the city attorney said state statute prevents issuing a Class B beer-only license to the business as currently structured.
La Habra, Orange County, California
Residents voice strong concerns over privacy and inadequate parking for new 22-unit development.
Speaker Brian S. Evans and House leadership announced assistant speakers pro tem, chairs and vice chairs for standing and joint committees, and scheduled the first Joint Budget meeting for the following morning.
2025 Legislature VA, Virginia
The Virginia House Courts Committee voted by voice to refer five house bills to other committees and certified multiple judicial nominees; Delegate Carlson requested that Juvenile and Domestic Relations District Court nominee Gilbert Berger be pulled from the block for separate consideration.
St. Augustine, St. Johns County , Florida
Joe Bowles faces potential arrest for robbing deceased individuals and their families in Florida.
La Habra, Orange County, California
The Planning Commission approved Resolution PC 24-5 (modification 24-5) to amend the Planned Commercial Industrial Precise Plan 10-1 to permit direct truck access to 1111 South Harbor Boulevard; the commission found the project exempt under CEQA Class 1.
St. Augustine, St. Johns County , Florida
The City Commission on Tuesday voted unanimously to authorize the city manager to continue negotiations with the owner of a 1.18‑acre parcel on the south side of May Street next to Hospital Creek rather than immediately approve a purchase at the owner’s asking price.
House Concurrent Resolution 1,001 passed on the floor, scheduling a joint session of the Arkansas House and Senate for Jan. 14, 2025, to declare certain election and ballot issue results and to hear an address from Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders.
Waukesha City, Waukesha County, Wisconsin
The Board of Zoning Appeals denied an appeal and ordered the owner at 1823 Sycamore Drive to move a 12-by-14-foot gazebo that the city found located in a side yard rather than the rear yard required by code; the owner had applied for a building permit in July 2024 that was denied.
2025 Legislature VA, Virginia
Provider groups at the subcommittee hearing pressed the panel for several budget amendments, including a 10% increase for ABA services, $2.5 million for one‑time training tied to service redesign and authority to modify regulations for multisystemic family services.
The House unanimously confirmed Sherry Stacks as chief clerk for the 90th General Assembly; Stacks was sworn in on the floor following a recorded voice vote.
Waukesha City, Waukesha County, Wisconsin
The Waukesha City Board of Zoning Appeals denied a request to allow newly poured concrete to extend to the eastern lot line at 1108 Lynn Drive. The board found the owners had options to meet the code and voted 3-2 to deny the appeal.
La Habra, Orange County, California
The Planning Commission of the City of La Habra reviewed a proposal to redevelop a 1.36‑acre parcel at 300 South Walnut Street into a 22‑unit townhome complex, with staff recommending the commission recommend approval to the City Council.
St. Augustine, St. Johns County , Florida
The City Commission of St. Augustine voted unanimously Tuesday to annex roughly 39.8 acres that include the St. Joseph Academy campus into the city and to adopt matching future‑land‑use and rezoning changes for the property.
Indianapolis City, Marion County, Indiana
The committee approved a declaratory resolution and bond authorization to create the Kennedy Chloe economic development area and to allow developer-backed tax-increment revenue bonds for two projects (Chloe and Kennedy), totaling 52 apartment units and an aggregate bond not to exceed $2,256,000.
The Arkansas House of Representatives convened for the organizational session of the 90th General Assembly and elected Representative Brian S. Evans as speaker after members were sworn in and the House adopted temporary rules.
2025 Legislature VA, Virginia
Cheryl Roberts, Medicaid director at the Virginia Department of Medical Assistance Services, told the Health and Human Resources Appropriation Subcommittee that DMAS’s appropriation is about $24 billion and the agency is seeking 18 budget items focused on staffing, behavioral health and federal rule changes.
Indianapolis City, Marion County, Indiana
The Metropolitan and Economic Development Committee voted to forward proposal 16, authorizing use of tax-increment bond proceeds to support INHP's Arnold Place townhomes, a 33-unit development with at least 51% of homes affordable to buyers at or below 80% of area median income.
Sheridan, Sheridan County, Wyoming
The Planning Commission voted to recommend rezoning 927 Coffeen Avenue from B-1 to M-1, forwarding Wyoming Downs’ request to City Council.
Indianapolis City, Marion County, Indiana
Dr. Kane said a December Black Center event reached more than 2,700 children and announced a Feb. 7 National Black Awareness Day event at 3137 East 10th Street offering vaccinations and syringe services as illnesses continue into spring.
California State Assembly, House, Legislative, California
On Jan. 13, 2025, the Assembly recognized five California Teachers of the Year from multiple districts and noted that Matthew Wienheim will represent California in the National Teacher of the Year competition.
2025 Legislature VA, Virginia
Virginia establishes Mass Violence Care Fund to support victims with long-term mental health needs.
Sheridan, Sheridan County, Wyoming
The Sheridan City Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of the Fairwind Subdivision preliminary plat, a proposal to combine multiple platted lots and vacated right-of-way into five single-family lots served by a private roadway; final plat details and title certification are required before the project moves to City Council.
Indianapolis City, Marion County, Indiana
Interim CFO James Simpson reported an average cash balance of roughly $1.3 billion for 2024, an average investment return of 4.4% (about $58 million through November), and said the board will consider selecting an internal-audit vendor with finalists presented in February.
California State Assembly, House, Legislative, California
The California State Assembly on Jan. 13, 2025, adopted Assembly Concurrent Resolution 10, recognizing January 13 as Korean American Day and adding 67 co-authors to the measure.
Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
The Arkansas State Senate organized its 90th General Assembly, elected Senator Bart Hester as president pro tempore by acclamation, adopted the Senate rules as presented, swore in members and read dozens of bills onto the calendar.
2025 Legislature VA, Virginia
The Courts of Justice Subcommittee voted to report HB 1711, which would codify a Mass Violence Care Fund capitalized by the $10 million previously appropriated and establish definitions, eligibility and administration as a sub-fund of the Virginia Victims Fund.
Boerne, Kendall County, Texas
A city legal staff member updated the Planning and Zoning Commission that ordinance amendments on food trucks and noise have been completed and will go to City Council for second reading the following day; commissioners involved in drafting were thanked.
Indianapolis City, Marion County, Indiana
The Indianapolis City health board voted unanimously to suspend the physical-presence quorum requirement for the meeting, elected Trustee Lazard as chair and Trustee Drummer as vice chair for 2025, and passed the consent agenda, the board said.
Boerne, Kendall County, Texas
At a special-call meeting, the Boerne Planning and Zoning Commission approved rules of decorum and subcommittee guidelines intended to clarify subcommittee roles and confirm compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act.
2025 Legislature IA, Iowa
The Economic Development Authority told the committee it rescinded and readopted its strategic infrastructure chapter pursuant to executive order; members asked for precise definitions and examples of projects funded under the program.
2025 Legislature VA, Virginia
The subcommittee unanimously recommended reporting HB 1553, which removes the requirement that a copy of a notice of appeal to the Court of Appeals in a criminal case be mailed or delivered to the attorney general, aligning notice timing with when the AG becomes counsel of record.
Indianapolis City, Marion County, Indiana
Joe Perkins, senior vice president and general counsel for Citizens Energy Group, presented highlights from the Gartner 2024 governance scorecard, saying the board scored highly in independence, diversity and board management but that the company’s mandatory retirement age of 72 was flagged as an outlier.
Mason City, Warren County, Ohio
Warren County Park District CEO Matt Latam presented the district’s strategic-planning work to Mason City Council, described acreage and park holdings, discussed grant-funded restoration at Deerfield Park, and said the district is pursuing partnerships to expand services inside Mason city limits.
2025 Legislature VA, Virginia
The subcommittee recommended reporting HB 1757, a bill that clarifies indigent defendants should be assessed the same legal fees whether represented by court-appointed counsel or public defenders; the motion passed 7–1.
Sheridan, Sheridan County, Wyoming
City administrator and staff updated council on several upcoming agenda items including continued M‑1/M‑2 zoning discussions, a third and final vote on ICC code adoption, a fire master plan presentation, and an estimate for trolley restoration that staff said could cost roughly $238,000 to $450,000 depending on scope.
Hilliard, Franklin County, Ohio
Hilliard City Council on Jan. 13 presented a proclamation recognizing former Mayor Timothy Ward’s public service; family members and Masonic colleagues urged the council to consider a permanent memorial such as a park or plaque.
Indianapolis City, Marion County, Indiana
The Citizens Energy Group Board of Directors voted unanimously during its annual meeting to authorize management to pursue multiple 2025 bond refundings and new-money issues, apply for an SRF loan for a water-main replacement project and approve a slate of officers and administrative measures.
Hilliard, Franklin County, Ohio
City staff presented revised membership rates for the new “Well,” changed registration timing and a monthly option for an ‘unlimited depot’ child drop-off, and shared updated revenue and debt projections that aim to improve cost recovery for the rec and parks fund.
San Francisco County, California
The Rules Committee on Jan. 13 voted to send to the full Board an ordinance to reestablish the African American Arts and Cultural District Community Advisory Committee, extend the deadline for the CHES report, and set a new committee sunset in June 2028. No public speakers addressed the item.
San Francisco County, California
The Rules Committee voted Jan. 13 to send to the full Board an ordinance extending the Cannabis Oversight Committee�sunset date from Jan. 1, 2025, to Jan. 1, 2027, retroactive to Jan. 1, 2025. Supporters said the committee has informed enforcement and equity efforts; there was no public comment.
Mason City, Warren County, Ohio
Mason City Council on Jan. 13 approved a package of ordinances and resolutions that update city fees, accept subdivision work, authorize service agreements with local nonprofits, approve multiple fleet purchases and formally backed the Ohio Municipal League’s challenge to an AT&T tariff filing at the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio.
2025 Legislature VA, Virginia
The subcommittee unanimously recommended reporting HB 1734, a technical change renaming the trafficking response coordinator to the human trafficking response coordinator in the Code of Virginia to reflect current practice at the Department of Criminal Justice Services (DCJS).
Sheridan, Sheridan County, Wyoming
City Clerk Ashley Foster said La Herradura’s business reorganization required a new liquor license; the state advised relinquishing the prior unlimited license and applying for a new one, and the restaurant is currently not permitted to sell alcohol until issuance of the new license.
Hilliard, Franklin County, Ohio
At its Jan. 13, 2025 organizational meeting the Hilliard City Council voted to recess into executive session to consider the appointment of a public employee or official under Charter section 2.101; the motion passed on a roll-call vote with six members present and one excused.
Sheridan, Sheridan County, Wyoming
Public Works presented a proposed RAISE planning grant application to study the West Corridor alignment (aka West Beltway); staff requested a council resolution to apply for $1,520,000 in federal funds with a $380,000 local match for up to 30% design and extensive public engagement.
San Francisco County, California
The Land Use and Transportation Committee voted 3‑0 to recommend a Planning Code amendment permitting certain health‑service uses up to 5,000 gross square feet without a conditional use permit in the West Portal neighborhood commercial district.
2025 Legislature VA, Virginia
The Courts of Justice Subcommittee on Criminal Law voted unanimously to report HB 1568 as amended, granting Frederick County law-enforcement jurisdiction over offenses in county-owned or -occupied buildings inside the City of Winchester within one mile of the county line.
Hilliard, Franklin County, Ohio
Daughter urges Hilliard council to honor late mayor's legacy with permanent memorial.
2025 Legislature VA, Virginia
Virginia legislation aims to hold employers accountable for intentional torts like sexual assault.
Hilliard, Franklin County, Ohio
Hilliard City Council voted 6-0 Jan. 13 to adopt a resolution supporting the Ohio Municipal League's challenge to an AT&T (Ohio Bell Telephone Company) tariff amendment at the Public Utilities Commission of Ohio that would let the company bill municipalities for some utility relocations.
San Francisco County, California
The committee voted 3‑0 to recommend that the Board accept public infrastructure improvements for Sunnydale HOPE SF Phase 2, including new streets, utilities and open space created as part of the HOPE SF redevelopment; the work supports new affordable and market‑rate housing and community facilities.
Sheridan, Sheridan County, Wyoming
Planning staff recommended vacating a 10‑foot utility easement at 1297 Birch Street so the property owner can build a detached shop/garage; utility companies were notified and raised no objections, and no public opposition was recorded.
2025 Senate Legislative Sessions, 2025 Legislative Sessions, Idaho
A motion to adjourn the Idaho Senate until 11 a.m. on Jan. 14 passed by voice vote at the end of the Jan. 13 session.
Sheridan, Sheridan County, Wyoming
City planner presented a request to rezone 927 Coffeen Avenue from B‑1 to M‑1 so Wyoming Downs can operate gambling at a former restaurant site; Legacy Pregnancy Center submitted a letter of opposition and the applicant has been negotiating a fence agreement with the center.
San Francisco County, California
The Land Use and Transportation Committee voted 3‑0 to recommend that the full Board accept and record 132 avigation easements tied to San Francisco International Airport’s federally funded noise‑insulation program; the resolution affirms the Planning Department’s CEQA determination and authorizes city staff to execute related documents.
2025 Senate Legislative Sessions, 2025 Legislative Sessions, Idaho
On Jan. 13 the Idaho Senate received notices of four appointments from Gov. Brad Little; the chamber announced committee referrals and filed the correspondence with the secretary of the Senate.
Sheridan, Sheridan County, Wyoming
City staff recommended awarding a contract to Excel Wyoming for a project to install about 11,000 feet of 16‑inch water main in Sheridan’s northeast quadrant; staff presented funding sources and a timeline but no final council vote was taken at the study session.
Brentwood, Williamson County, Tennessee
Commissioner advocates for referendum on contentious projects, criticizing political maneuvers and financial management.