What happened on Saturday, 15 February 2025
Introduced Senate Bills, 2025 House and Senate Bills, Montana Legislation Bills, Montana
Montana Senate Bill 114 requires Ten Commandments display in every public school classroom
Staunton City, Virginia
Staunton City Council unanimously approved a special‑use permit on Feb. 13 allowing up to 308 multifamily units at 206 Frontier Drive, subject to conditions on setbacks, screening, lighting and phased traffic review.
North Wasco County SD 21, School Districts, Oregon
Director Brennan told the school board the district is finalizing a single integrated guidance application covering federal and state funding streams for 2025–27 and expects contracted monitoring visits from the Oregon Department of Education after a December self‑assessment and recent document submission.
Spanish, Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
The committee approved a package of consent items and individual resolutions addressing nominations, housing ownership concentration after fires, youth participation in the independent redistricting process, recusals, and other procedural measures; most motions passed unanimously.
Staunton City, Virginia
Staunton City Council voted unanimously on Feb. 13 to approve a special‑use permit for 17 townhomes at 2311 Morris Mill Road, concluding a Planning Commission review and public hearing process.
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Montana schools authorized to display Ten Commandments and allow student religious discussions.
Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
The Los Angeles City Rules, Elections and Intergovernmental Relations Committee on Wednesday approved a package of measures that included support for expanding the state film and television tax‑credit cap to $750,000,000, limits on new building in very‑high fire severity zones, and administrative changes to appointments for the Innovation and Performance Commission.
Atherton Town, San Mateo County, California
The EPC discussed outreach and education for a revised local reach code; staff will prepare a concise fact sheet and consider short videos and social media reels for Earth Day and broader distribution.
Spanish, Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
The council unanimously approved agenda item 10 to expand shelter capacity and services for domestic-violence survivors, with members and staff citing large unmet need and data on service gaps.
Milwaukee School District, School Districts, Wisconsin
The Office of Accountability and Efficiency presented a five‑year forecast showing that referendum revenue and a $3.25 per‑pupil lift improve revenues but projected expenditure growth produces a cumulative deficit of about $145 million over five years.
Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
Councilmember Lee invoked Rule 23 to ask the City Attorney to seek to halt acceptance of potentially hazardous soil at Sunshine Canyon Landfill; the council approved Rule 23 findings and voted to continue the detailed item for further public comment and staff work.
Staunton City, Virginia
City staff told council that VDOT will fully fund a single-lane roundabout at Richmond Avenue but not the wider road diet; council directed staff to begin property-owner outreach on the over-budget Edgewood sidewalk project and to revisit the road-diet funding decision later this month.
Milwaukee School District, School Districts, Wisconsin
Administration provided the midyear Achievement Gap Reduction (AGR) report required by DPI. The report noted small increases in trimester 1 proficiency for some AGR grades in reading, broad use of district materials, 23 teachers completing LETRS and 86.5% AGR attendance, and said Lexia contract had not been renewed.
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Task force to recommend policies for blockchain and financial tech by July 2026.
Spanish, Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
The Rules, Elections and Government Committee voted unanimously to back a city resolution urging the state to raise the annual cap on its film and television tax credit program to $750 million; industry representatives testified at public comment about lost productions and local economic harm.
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Legislature establishes task force with members experienced in blockchain and financial technology
Spanish, Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
The Los Angeles City Council spent hours debating an emergency tenant-protection ordinance tied to recent winter wildfires, hearing dozens of public commenters and voting on multiple amendments before leaving the larger measure unresolved.
San Rafael City High, School Districts, California
The board of trustees voted Feb. 14 to provisionally appoint Dr. Jason Lau to a vacant trustee seat after one applicant withdrew; Lau was sworn in at the special meeting.
Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
Councilmembers unanimously approved two motions to expand domestic violence shelter capacity and create a task force to enforce protective orders, including removal of firearms where required by California law.
Staunton City, Virginia
The Central Shenandoah Valley Office on Youth presented its FY2024 annual report and a 2025–2028 strategic plan to Staunton City Council, highlighting programs for truancy prevention, parental support, bike safety and juvenile diversion, and urging continued local funding as state resources shrink.
Elmwood Park CUSD 401, School Boards, Illinois
Bini Martonico, a junior at EPHS and student teacher at Turning Point Dance Studio, told meeting attendees that the studio's work-study program lets teenage helpers teach younger students, assist with tuition relief and build mentorship ties; Martonico said the role has improved her own dancing.
Milwaukee School District, School Districts, Wisconsin
The committee approved administration’s proposed FY2025–26 budget priorities — emphasizing classroom supports, centrally funded services (art, music, physical education), security and salary maintenance — and voted to include the recently released MGT operational audit recommendations; motion passed 8-0.
Office of the Governor, Executive , Massachusetts
Governor Healy, Lieutenant Governor Driscoll and Transportation Secretary Monica Tibbetts Knott visited Brockton’s BAT Center to highlight a proposed $8 billion House 1 transportation investment, recent state support that made regional transit authorities fare-free, and local ridership increases tied to those policies.
Sweetwater County, Wyoming
State and local officials held a press briefing after a multi-vehicle crash and fire in the westbound I-80 tunnel at about Milepost 90 in Sweetwater County. Investigators, including the NTSB, are documenting extensive fire damage to the westbound tunnel lining; traffic has been routed through Green River while crews work to reopen lanes.
Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
After hours of public comment and multiple amendments, the City Council approved two targeted landlord protections but failed to adopt the broader ordinance to create an affirmative defense for wildfire-affected tenants. The measure will return to the desk after votes on several amendments split the chamber.
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Montana Senate Bill 333 repeals sunset date for coal washing tax credit effective immediately
Milwaukee School District, School Districts, Wisconsin
Administration described changes to identification for gifted and talented services, moving to local norms on the CogAT screener and a two-step process that expanded local identification and added tiered supports and culturally sensitive tools such as TOPS.
Rock Springs City Council, Rock Springs, Sweetwater County, Wyoming
City leaders said Abandoned Mine Lands officials have declined responsibility for a section of Bitter Creek flood mitigation, leaving Rock Springs to seek roughly $90–100 million to finish work that would remove properties from the floodplain.
Milwaukee School District, School Districts, Wisconsin
The Committee on Strategic Planning and Budget voted unanimously to adopt the proposed timetable for developing and approving the fiscal year 2025–26 budget; the timetable schedules a May budget release, public presentation and a statutorily required listening session, with adjustments after October enrollment counts.
Westerville City (Regular School District), School Districts, Ohio
During the Feb. 10 meeting the Westerville City Schools board recognized student recipients of the 2025 MLK Faust Award from Westerville North, Central and South and congratulated an early graduate from Westerville North.
Rock Springs City Council, Rock Springs, Sweetwater County, Wyoming
City leaders told residents architects estimated $30–35 million in upgrades and another $15–20 million for foundation work at the Civic Center, prompting discussion of demolition and reallocation of funds to core services and maintenance.
Milwaukee School District, School Districts, Wisconsin
Milwaukee Public Schools presented NAEP 2024 results showing significant declines in fourth-grade reading compared with 2019 and 2022; administrators and researchers urged continued focus on attendance, early literacy and curriculum alignment as long-term remedies.
Westerville City (Regular School District), School Districts, Ohio
The Westerville City Schools Board of Education unanimously approved a resolution asking Governor Mike DeWine and the Ohio General Assembly to update cost inputs in the state school funding formula, fully implement special-education cost studies and stabilize the state share to reduce reliance on local property taxes.
Burke County, North Carolina
Burke County commissioners on Feb. 14 prioritized evidence-based "Option A" uses of the state’s opioid settlement funds, approved direction to Partners Behavioral Health to develop a state-funded capital project, and created a three‑year director post to coordinate local opioid-settlement work.
Milwaukee School District, School Districts, Wisconsin
MPS described 'ambitious instruction' efforts: cross-department ACT lessons with CTE teachers, Project Lead The Way expansion, LETRS-based early-literacy training, and math curricular supports; administrators said measures aim to align instruction, coaching and assessments to raise long-term outcomes.
Westerville City (Regular School District), School Districts, Ohio
At the Feb. 10 Westerville City Schools board meeting, district staffer Scott Reeves gave a detailed historical presentation explaining how 19th- and 20th-century annexations, state decisions and court-ordered busing shaped current district boundaries and why most Westerville students live outside the municipal city limits.
Rock Springs City Council, Rock Springs, Sweetwater County, Wyoming
State proposals to reduce property taxes have been amended, but uncertainty over backfill and special-district funding left Rock Springs officials and county leaders warning of local budget pressure and possible service cuts.
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Montana creates task force to oversee blockchain and digital innovation initiatives.
Milwaukee School District, School Districts, Wisconsin
Multiple ALBA teachers, parents and governance-board representatives told the committee Feb. 19 that the school's shift from a teacher-led cooperative model to a principal-led model generated confusion, limited staff input and a deterioration in workplace climate; the committee directed administration to draft a targeted support plan with timelines and accountability measures.
Milwaukee School District, School Districts, Wisconsin
Following a progress presentation on GreenTree Preparatory Academy, the committee voted to commission a cross-department review of the district�process for supervising contracted schools that require additional support and asked administration to return with a report on GreenTree in November.
Milwaukee School District, School Districts, Wisconsin
The committee voted to approve five-year charter contract renewals for Next Door Charter School (Next Door Foundation), Honey Creek Continuous Progress and Highland Community School, recording unanimous committee roll calls on each renewal.
Will County, Illinois
A committee voted to forward results of a second public survey that found 78.6% support for naming the old courthouse property 'Courtside Plaza.' The item will go to the Executive Commission for final consideration.
Atherton Town, San Mateo County, California
The Atherton Environmental Programs Committee (EPC) reviewed logistics for the town's Earth Day event, confirmed entertainment and education programming, and set outreach and vendor targets while prohibiting point‑of‑sale transactions on site.
Milwaukee School District, School Districts, Wisconsin
Milwaukee Public Schools�presented the Southwest Region�showcase and highlighted Lowell International Elementary School on Feb. 19, citing improved attendance, sharply reduced suspension rates and steady gains in STAR reading after targeted instruction and interventions.
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Commission established to enhance trade and investment opportunities between Montana and Ireland.
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Governor appoints members to Montana-Ireland trade commission to boost international commerce.
Representative Kay Christofferson , Legislators Guide, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
Representative Kay Christofferson said the Utah Legislature is more than halfway through its session and is debating bills on controlled substances, elections and immigration while the executive appropriations committee prepares a balanced budget from subcommittee recommendations.
Will County, Illinois
An ad hoc Will County committee voted to forward a package of recommendations to the county executive committee that asks the county to explore expanding Access Will County services, fund a transportation enhancement account and study limited use of rideshare (Uber/Lyft) to shorten waits and serve cross‑township trips.
Grant County, New Mexico
A Grant County resident urged commissioners to increase fines for barking‑dog violations after a court case produced a $10 fine; commissioners asked staff to add the ordinance to a future agenda for discussion.
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Montana creates commission to enhance trade and investment ties with Ireland
Boyertown Area SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
At the meeting the board approved the Jan. 28, 2025 meeting minutes and the personnel agenda (including a recommended hire for a school police officer and additional nursing and IT hires) by roll-call votes; motions carried.
Terrell, Kaufman County, Texas
The Paddock discussed interim and longer‑term downtown activation strategies — a food‑truck/event court for the city‑owned lot at Moore and Rockwall, a façade/awning improvement pilot, sidewalk cleaning, banners and projection lighting on blank walls.
Terrell, Kaufman County, Texas
The Terrell Heritage Society briefed the Paddock on an urgent restoration campaign for the Andrew Carnegie library, highlighting an immediate west‑elevation drainage fix, foundation stabilization and window restoration work.
Terrell, Kaufman County, Texas
Parks staff gave a status update on a slate of park projects — trails, courts, disc golf, restroom and lighting work — and said an irrigation RFP for soccer fields will be advertised with responses due March 11.
Oklahoma County, Oklahoma
A roundup of the meeting's recorded motions and outcomes, including consent items, grants, procurement approvals, change orders and executive-session directions.
Terrell, Kaufman County, Texas
Staff presented a concept to extend fiber/Wi‑Fi to Ben Gill Park and to share an estimated $30,000 installation cost with the Terrell Chamber of Commerce; the Paddock discussed timing, whether the city or property managers should take responsibility, and whether parkwide connectivity is a current priority.
Rowan County, School Boards, Kentucky
Rockwell Elementary delivered a musical-style presentation to the board showcasing student work and staff thanked families and community partners for support.
Grant County, New Mexico
Bayard Police Chief Hector Carrillo told commissioners that recent calls and staffing patterns make proposed funding cuts to local policing unjustified; the Grant County sheriff reported migration to a new CAD/records system, call volumes and training plans and warned that a longtime donor for the D.A.R.E. program will not continue support.
Terrell, Kaufman County, Texas
The Terrell Paddock approved a quarterly lease-assistance payout for Simply Massage for calendar year 2025 after hearing from the applicant and staff about eligibility and timing of the disbursement.
Boyertown Area SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The Berks County Intermediate Unit's mandated services budget is $2,191,504; Boyertown Area School District's projected contribution for 2025'26 is $108,153.28, a 3.84% increase over 2024'25.
Will County, Illinois
A Will County committee reviewed multi-title ordinance updates, voted to forward Title I to the County Executive, amended parliamentary-procedure language to preserve Robert�s Rules exceptions, and discussed settlement approval thresholds, public comment rules and agenda notifications.
Conservation, Senate, Committees, Legislative, New Mexico
Senate Bill 214, a comprehensive update to multiple New Mexico Department of Agriculture statutes covering plant protection, commercial apiaries, fertilizer/seed reporting, pecan buyers, egg grading, weights and measures, and fee caps, passed the committee unanimously after a brief hearing and an agreed amendment on commercial apiaries.
Holyoke City, Hampden County, Massachusetts
The finance committee approved a request to submit statements of interest to the Massachusetts School Building Authority for three projects and recommended $500,000 in schematic design appropriations for five Holyoke schools; MSBA would reimburse 80% if projects advance.
Rowan County, School Boards, Kentucky
District officials said the governor announced coverage of an $80,000 SEEK shortfall that would have affected the district; the superintendent also announced free sports physicals for students in grades 2–12 on Feb. 17 at the high school.
Oklahoma County, Oklahoma
The county's Public Building Authority approved transferring $800,000 from reserves to an ICB capital account and authorized additional allocations from 2024 bonds to support remodels, architectural contracts and roof repairs.
Crafton, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania
Crafton officials formally commended the volunteer fire department, mutual aid companies, public works and police for their response to a Jan. 20 residential fire that occurred during extreme winter conditions and resulted in one fatality.
Holyoke City, Hampden County, Massachusetts
The Holyoke Community Preservation Act advisory committee voted to recommend FY25 funding for a package of community projects, including $100,000 for the Flats Community Building, $150,000 for a park playground, $130,000 for YMCA pickleball courts and $165,435 toward City Hall stained-glass windows, with the full package to be forwarded to City Council for final approval.
Conservation, Senate, Committees, Legislative, New Mexico
Senate Conservation Committee members advanced Senate Bill 178, a measure to charge a five‑cent fee per barrel of produced water and to prohibit the reuse of produced water off the oil field except for research in accredited laboratories.
Holyoke City, Hampden County, Massachusetts
The committee reviewed a facilities inventory showing several urgent or poor building needs, approved schematic design funding, and asked the school department to study options for consolidating central office — including Dean campus — to reduce long‑term rent costs.
Rowan County, School Boards, Kentucky
District staff reported December assistance totals from family resource and youth service centers, upcoming third-grade vision screenings provided by University of Pikeville students and community-schools supports including an SEL coach and student success work at the high school.
Oklahoma County, Oklahoma
The board approved subrecipient agreements totaling roughly $335,000 for a Spencer library project, workforce training with NewView and foster-care services, and renewed a one-year sole-source approval for a Kevlar-type asphalt additive.
Grant County, New Mexico
Grant County Extension presented its 2024 achievements — including 4‑H enrollment gains, statewide award-winning teams, youth education programs and outreach — and asked the board to consider funding to restore a previously cut position now that staffing has mostly returned.
Judiciary, House of Representatives, Committees, Legislative, New Mexico
The House Judiciary Committee voted to give House Bill 82 (Physical Therapy Licensure Compact) a due‑pass recommendation after testimony from providers and association representatives; the committee recorded a roll‑call vote in favor of the motion.
Boyertown Area SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
A grant arranged with Senator Muth's office and Chester County partners will provide 11 automated external defibrillators (AEDs) and cabinets for Boyertown buildings; the district will replace aging units first and seek reimbursement through the intermediate unit.
Holyoke City, Hampden County, Massachusetts
Committee approved an $83,656 reclassification transfer moving funds from assistant city solicitor to associate city solicitor to align with prior council changes; committee flagged an ordinance question about which position may serve as the council's designated representative.
Union County, Illinois
County election official told commissioners early voting for the consolidated election begins Feb. 20, with vote‑by‑mail ballots to be sent and early voting to start that week; election day is April 1.
Grant County, New Mexico
At its Feb. 13 meeting the Grant County Board of Commissioners approved a series of motions including grant fund expansion, equipment purchases, intergovernmental agreements and multiple resolutions; most items were approved by voice vote with no extended discussion.
Judiciary, House of Representatives, Committees, Legislative, New Mexico
The committee heard House Bill 81, the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact, received broad public support and adopted language to require background checks to meet compact standards; a committee substitute will be prepared for later review and no committee passage was recorded today.
Oklahoma County, Oklahoma
After a public hearing with no speakers in opposition, the board approved abandoning a statutory right-of-way on Santa Fe between 13th and 16th streets; staff said Broadway would serve as substitute road.
Boyertown Area SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Colbertdale Elementary students and the No Place for Hate Club presented their annual Super Bowl food drive, reading Saturday at the Food Pantry and explaining how donations support Preston's Pantry and Boyertown families.
Rowan County, School Boards, Kentucky
District staff described a coordinated reading initiative that combined federal funds, research-backed curricula, professional learning and community partnerships after the district received a state strategic-priority award for early literacy.
Holyoke City, Hampden County, Massachusetts
Finance committee advanced a $33,000 transfer to professional engineering services for the Department of Public Works, contingent on confirmation from DPW whether funds remain needed.
Holyoke City, Hampden County, Massachusetts
Superintendent Anthony Soto described a memo and joint statement intended to reassure newcomer families and staff about immigration‑related rights and to reduce absenteeism; the joint committee recorded the district memo and mayoral statement as received.
Rowan County, School Boards, Kentucky
The Rowan County School Board approved routine business and consent items, voted to delay deciding how to make up three 2024-25 snow days and corrected the 2025-26 calendar to reflect one fewer instructional day (school will end May 21).
Union County, Illinois
County commissioners raised safety concerns after repeated thefts of road signs at a 90‑degree curve and asked staff to explore options such as alternative materials and coordination with scrap‑metal dealers and law enforcement.
Oklahoma County, Oklahoma
The board approved mutual deeds and a quick-claim transfer from the Oklahoma Turnpike Authority covering parcels along the Kickapoo Turnpike; county staff said the transfers will allow future access roads and could accommodate a salt barn.
Grant County, New Mexico
Grant County commissioners voted to approve Resolution R-25-15 supporting exploration near the Tyrone Mine after public comment from residents, business groups and a Freeport environmental scientist who addressed maps, wildlife protections and reclamation practices.
Judiciary, House of Representatives, Committees, Legislative, New Mexico
The House Judiciary Committee heard testimony supporting an interstate licensure compact for speech‑language pathologists and audiologists (HB79). The committee approved technical amendments and directed staff to prepare a committee substitute; no final floor vote was taken in the committee.
Education, Standing, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Kansas
The Senate Education Committee advanced seven education bills, including the Given Name Act requiring parental written permission for use of names or pronouns for K–12 minors and measures on accreditation, board transparency, virtual‑school graduation calculations and extracurricular access.
Boyertown Area SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
District staff reviewed highlights of Governor Shapiro's February budget proposal and presented preliminary, speculative impacts on Boyertown Area School District's 2025'26 revenue, noting increases in some state education line items and the exclusion of cyber charter tuition reimbursement.
Energy, Environment & Natural Resources, House of Representatives, Committees, Legislative, New Mexico
House Bill 328, which would repeal New Mexico’s clean‑transportation fuel standard and bar the Environmental Improvement Board from adopting related rules, drew divided testimony before the committee; the panel voted to table the bill.
Committee on Higher Education Budget , Standing, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Committees, Legislative, Kansas
The committee voted to report HB 2195, which establishes a named operating grant fund for technical colleges administered by the Kansas Board of Regents; the bill creates the statutory line item but does not set a specific appropriation amount.
Boyertown Area SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Board reviewed a draft RFP for a demographic enrollment study to inform capacity and long-term planning; trustees raised concerns about evaluation criteria, community engagement, data sources and timeframe and asked administration to return with revisions.
Committee on Higher Education Budget , Standing, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Committees, Legislative, Kansas
The House Higher Education Budget Committee adopted an amendment to HB 2248 that adds a dollar-for-dollar institutional match, expands eligible uses for grants, and revises the definition of eligible postsecondary nursing programs; the committee then voted to report the bill favorably as amended.
Holyoke City, Hampden County, Massachusetts
Finance committee authorized two transfers totaling $180,000 to the police department's map/data maintenance line to cover ShotSpotter and electronic subscriptions.
Oklahoma County, Oklahoma
The Board approved a professional services contract requested by the sheriff's office to secure legislative representation. Commissioners debated legal and funding questions; the motion passed with one abstention.
Boyertown Area SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Board members praised the educational value of the district's planetarium at Bridal School East and urged further pursuit of grants and foundation support; administration warned recurring staffing and operating costs would total about $200,000 a year and recommended postponing action.
Committee on Higher Education Budget , Standing, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Committees, Legislative, Kansas
The House Committee on Higher Education Budget voted to recommend that the Appropriations Committee grant bonding authority requests from the University of Kansas, Kansas State University and Wichita State University, including refinancing and new housing and architecture projects.
Holyoke City, Hampden County, Massachusetts
The committee heard that Anthony Soto has been appointed for up to one year while a community advisory board and consultant advise the school committee on whether to conduct a full superintendent search.
Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR), Departments and Agencies, Executive, Texas
The commission approved a list of work groups, adding a midwife work group and confirming chairs and members for other established groups; chairs will convene meetings as needed, especially during the legislative session.
Union County, Illinois
The board unanimously approved routine minutes, accepted a building permit for a new home on parcel 051103142 A, authorized payment of county bills and awarded a highway culvert contract to Metal Culverts after a competitive bid review in which a competing bidder omitted a 60‑inch price.
United Nations, Federal
A speaker in the transcript said roughly 30 million people require humanitarian assistance—about 5 million more than last year—and cited a $4.2 billion appeal aimed at reaching 21 million people, noting a protection crisis and a disproportionate impact on women and girls.
Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR), Departments and Agencies, Executive, Texas
A representative of Bare Knuckle Fighting Championship urged the TDLR commissioners to allow the promotion to hold regulated events in Texas, citing attendance figures and medical oversight.
Energy, Environment & Natural Resources, House of Representatives, Committees, Legislative, New Mexico
House Bill 295 would clarify that transmission improvements acquired by the Renewable Energy Transmission Authority and leased back to developers are treated as RETA property for property‑tax purposes, sponsors said, preserving project financing assumptions made in prior deals.
Lee County, Florida
The Lee County Board of County Commissioners moved into a private attorney‑client session under Florida law to discuss labor negotiations with the Southwest Florida Professional Firefighters and Paramedics Local 1826; no public details were released during the meeting.
Holyoke City, Hampden County, Massachusetts
The joint City Council–School Committee subcommittee accepted a working-group recommendation to explore using Metcalfe School for alternative and transitional education programs and asked city staff to report back on crosswalk safety near the school.
United Nations, Federal
John Rowe, founder and chief executive of Street Child United, described how the charity will leverage the 2026 FIFA World Cup and its Football for the Goals partnership to pursue birth registration, identity documents, education places and leadership programs for street children worldwide.
Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR), Departments and Agencies, Executive, Texas
TDLR staff and commissioners described recent enforcement actions targeting suspected trafficking operations, reported emergency orders and establishment closures, and discussed legislative requests for additional staff and intelligence initiatives.
Cobb County, Georgia
Chief Magistrate Judge Brendan F. Murphy administered the oaths for Jennifer Inman, Norman Barnett and Mallory Lumpkin Dawson in a public investiture that highlighted experience, community service and a milestone for racial representation on the magistrate bench.
Government Operations & Military Affairs, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Committees, Legislative , Vermont
At a Feb. 14 joint Government Operations & Military Affairs committee meeting, the secretary of state urged lawmakers to clarify open-meeting status for consolidated school districts, flagged election logistics for proposed districtwide “voter budget votes,” and warned of implementation costs for town clerks and the secretary’s office.
Holyoke City, Hampden County, Massachusetts
The finance committee approved acceptance of a $24,081 no‑match FY2025 firefighter safety equipment grant under M.G.L. c.44, §53A to buy thermal cameras, gas meters and EV disconnect plugs.
San Mateo County, California
The County Design Review Committee recommended approval Thursday for a three‑story home and accessory unit in El Granada, conditionally requiring any elements that extend inside the 30‑foot riparian buffer to be cantilevered or otherwise pervious and for downspouts to be relocated.
An amended House bill, HB 77, would limit flag displays at state and local government buildings to an approved list, excluding flags such as pride and some event or sports flags; the measure passed a House committee and advances to the House floor amid free-speech concerns from the ACLU.
Energy, Environment & Natural Resources, House of Representatives, Committees, Legislative, New Mexico
House Bill 291 would modernize the state’s tire‑rate fund, allow a wider set of projects and applicants to receive grants, and create two Environment Department positions focused on recycling education and circular‑economy development. The committee approved the bill as amended.
Senate, Legislative , Hawaii
The Senate approved the adoption of standing committee reports numbered 480 through 674 by voice vote, filed a gubernatorial withdrawal of a nomination to the Campaign Spending Commission and referred additional gubernatorial nominations to committees. The floor adjourned until 11:30 a.m. Tuesday, Feb. 18.
Union County, Illinois
Deb Barnett of Southern Illinois Now and regional staff asked the board to consider a resolution supporting a proposed Southern Illinois Regional Ports Commission. Presenters said the commission would be an umbrella organization that does not change existing port district boundaries and would be established by state legislation.
Department of Licensing and Regulation (TDLR), Departments and Agencies, Executive, Texas
The Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation commissioners voted to adopt an amendment to industrialized housing plant-certification rules and to adopt administrative decisions denying or revoking several individual license applications after contested hearings.
San Mateo County, California
The Independent Civilian Advisory Commission voted to adopt priorities and a draft mission statement, scheduled community forums and asked county staff to provide guidance on routing public complaints.
Energy, Environment & Natural Resources, House of Representatives, Committees, Legislative, New Mexico
A legislative hearing on House Bill 222 focused on banning PFAS in oil‑and‑gas operations and requiring companies to disclose chemicals before receiving drilling permits. Supporters said the public has a right to know; industry groups warned of trade‑secret and implementation problems. The committee rolled the bill for further work.
Government Operations & Military Affairs, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Committees, Legislative , Vermont
Morristown voters approved the town’s first charter by a 5-to-1 margin, and the House Government Operations & Military Affairs Committee spent part of its hearing on H.17 scrutinizing a provision that lets the town manager authorize department heads to hire, appoint, discipline or remove employees under the manager’s supervision.
Vienna, Wood County, West Virginia
Board discussed delays in the SCADA (Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition) upgrades, vendor nonresponsiveness, system failures and a billing dispute; staff said they have withheld payment pending delivery and will consider next steps including a formal letter if the vendor does not act.
Respiratory Care Board of California, Boards and Commissions, Executive, California
At its quarterly meeting in Fresno the Medical Board of California considered a board-member legislative proposal to place a public notice on a physician's profile when a case reaches the Health Quality Investigation Unit (HQIU) and voted to direct staff to study options.
California Volunteers, Agencies under Office of the Governor, Executive, California
An unnamed public commenter urged Californians to show gratitude to firefighters, National Guard members and volunteers aiding people affected by fires in Los Angeles, and suggested simple public gestures such as signs or social media posts.
San Mateo County, California
San Mateo County counsel told the Independent Civilian Advisory Commission that if the office of sheriff becomes vacant the undersheriff — or the next senior deputy — acts immediately, and the Board of Supervisors must appoint an interim who would serve until the first Monday after the next general election.
Union County, Illinois
Terry Bryce, chief administrative officer at Deaconess Illinois–Union County, updated the board on the hospital’s recent Epic electronic health record implementation, an upcoming March 1 county health fair, plans for a consolidated food pantry and efforts to expand behavioral‑health services and patient transport options.
Boulder, Boulder County, Colorado
The board voted unanimously to approve the minutes of its Jan. 15, 2025 meeting. No other formal board votes were recorded during the business meeting.
Consumer & Public Affairs, House of Representatives, Committees, Legislative, New Mexico
Committee members unanimously recommended do-pass on House Bill 255, which renames and expands the juvenile community corrections act to allow broader access to diversion and community supports for youth.
San Mateo County, California
County staff told the Independent Civilian Advisory Commission that San Mateo County has a bench of on‑call inspector general contractors activated by the Board or CEO; community members urged a permanent, full‑time inspector general with subpoena power.
Boulder, Boulder County, Colorado
OSMP staff outlined a project to prioritize multimodal access improvements (the 7C initiative), combining data analysis, targeted site toolkits and partnerships with other city and regional agencies; staff said communications and targeted outreach are low‑hanging fruit to shift visitor behavior.
Vienna, Wood County, West Virginia
Board members discussed uncertainty around green grant funding for a multi-phase stormwater project on 20 Eighth Street, the deteriorated trunk sewer line to Parkersburg that may require upsizing, and potential reliance on city general funds, bonds or grants if outside funding does not materialize.
Respiratory Care Board of California, Boards and Commissions, Executive, California
At its quarterly meeting in Fresno the Medical Board of California received an update on its 2023–27 strategic plan, including licensing streamlining, a newly staffed complainant-liaison unit, an expert-reviewer pay proposal and several DEI initiatives.
Consumer & Public Affairs, House of Representatives, Committees, Legislative, New Mexico
House Bill 253 would seal eviction filings at the time they are filed and re-seal records after three years in most cases; supporters said the measure prevents screening companies from forever blacklisting tenants, while landlord groups warned small property owners need access to records. Committee gave a do-pass recommendation, 3–2.
Sudden Valley, Whatcom County, Washington
A resolution to create a Parks, Trails and Recreation ad hoc committee failed on an evenly split vote after board members expressed concerns about volunteer-run projects, permitting and prior unpermitted trail work.
Boulder, Boulder County, Colorado
After consulting climbing groups, OSMP staff recommended designating 2.4 miles of climbing access routes (Maiden, Matron, Slab, Seal Rock, Skunk Canyon, Goose) with new wayfinding, blaze and hazard signs, and keeping Devil's Advocate 'retained' (not designated) pending further monitoring.
Selma, Johnston County, North Carolina
At a special meeting, the Town of Selma Special Recreation Advisory Board opened a public hearing on a Parks and Recreation Trust Fund Part F grant application to expand the Richard B. Harrison Sports Complex.
Vienna, Wood County, West Virginia
Board staff said a local Board of Education has requested domestic and fire-suppression service for a proposed school adjacent to the WP campus; staff are calculating whether the current system can supply an estimated 6,072 gallons per day and 500 gpm for fire suppression at 55 psi, and will report back next meeting.
Consumer & Public Affairs, House of Representatives, Committees, Legislative, New Mexico
A bill to codify provision of menstrual products in state correctional facilities won committee approval amid discussion of implementation, private contractors, quantities, and the presence of PFAS in some products. The committee recorded a 3–2 do-pass vote.
Boulder, Boulder County, Colorado
OSMP staff described the "Presence on the Land" initiative — outreach, rangers and volunteers — and presented early visitation and contact data for the new North Sky multiuse trail and North Joder Ranch trailhead.
Sudden Valley, Whatcom County, Washington
SVCA’s general manager told the board that marina dry-storage was remarked to add spaces, card-access issues have been fixed, pools are being readied for Memorial Day weekend, and staff are preparing for a busy summer.
Douglas County SD 4, School Districts, Oregon
At its meeting, the Roseburg Public Schools board approved the consent agenda, multiple personnel contract actions, a resolution recognizing Classified School Employee Week, the Douglas ESD 2025–26 local service plan, and the $2.5M conditional commitment to UCC; most items passed unanimously.
Boulder, Boulder County, Colorado
Trustees and staff reviewed 2024 maps showing a sharp expansion of prairie dog acreage on Open Space and Mountain Parks (OSMP) lands, discussed operational challenges for lethal-control programs and the procedural steps required to change the city'adopted seasonal moratorium on lethal control.
Douglas County SD 4, School Districts, Oregon
Principal Vickery presented Roseburg High School’s STRAP goals and student performance data, reporting a 19-percentage-point increase on SBAC literacy and outlining targeted growth goals for students receiving services and ninth-grade on‑track measures.
Sudden Valley, Whatcom County, Washington
Directors allocated funds for sign replacement, pavement markings, asphalt repairs and pothole work; approved a $5,701.50 HVAC change order for the Welcome Center; and announced the golf director will retire at year end.
Vienna, Wood County, West Virginia
At a regular Utility Board meeting, staff reported routine water quality results, a carbon filter change scheduled for Feb. 19, progress on a multi-year meter replacement program, and repairs and rehabilitation at several wells after a pump failure.
Douglas County SD 4, School Districts, Oregon
The Roseburg Public Schools board voted to authorize up to $2.5 million to build a Roseburg High School wing at Umpqua Community College's Medical Careers Hub, approving the expenditure 6–1 after members raised concerns about other district facility needs and long-term budget pressure.
Travis County Court, Texas Courts, Judicial, Texas
At a magistrate session in Travis County Court, Judge Pam Siegman reviewed constitutional rights, explained bond options and set bail or personal-bond conditions for several defendants, including emergency protection and no-contact terms for at least one case.
Consumer & Public Affairs, House of Representatives, Committees, Legislative, New Mexico
Lawmakers advanced a committee substitute to House Bill 76 that removes mandatory newborn electrocardiogram/echocardiogram language and leaves follow-up testing to provider judgment after heated testimony from pediatric specialists and family advocates.
Volusia County, Florida
At a Volusia County economic development breakfast on Valentine’s Day, county staff and two local entrepreneurs highlighted rising startup activity, roughly 1,400 local patent filings cited by staff, and invited the public to the county's Innovation Challenge on March 27.
Plano, Collin County, Texas
City of Plano and the North Texas Municipal Water District said they will temporarily stop adding ammonia to water (ending chloramine use) and rely on chlorine alone during routine annual maintenance; officials said chlorine levels remain unchanged and water is safe to drink though some residents may notice a stronger chlorine taste or smell.
Park Hill, School Districts, Missouri
Staff and students described a student-led, schoolwide “culture connection” exhibit at Hopewell that displayed artifacts and three-panel projects representing at least 14 languages other than English; the program is discussed as a quarterly, student-driven assembly feature.
Woodland Hills SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
At the Feb. 12 agenda-setting meeting the Woodland Hills School District board voted unanimously to hire two teachers: Ashley Drisdott as a special education learning support teacher (start March 10) and Jamieson Spagnati as a kindergarten teacher (start date to be determined).
United Nations, Federal
António Guterres appealed for $6 billion to fund two 2025 Sudan response plans, urged a ceasefire and protection for civilians and humanitarian workers, and praised neighboring countries hosting refugees.
Kent, King County, Washington
City of Kent announced a March 20 State of the City, restarted Kent 101 civics academy, the return of neighborhood "drinks in the driveway," new sidewalk sessions, a winter weather plan on the city website, and a Black History Month proclamation accepted by council members.
Longview, Gregg County, Texas
Mayor and council members described recent homeless outreach work and partner services at the Feb. 13 meeting, citing a decline in the point-in-time count from 480 in 2017 to 197 in 2024, reporting partner bed capacity of more than 400 and describing the Greater Longview Optimal Wellness (GLOW) program and post officers’ contacts.
Kent, King County, Washington
City officials, along with Port of Seattle and Fred Meyer, testified in Olympia in support of a bill sponsored by Representative Stearns to replace revenue Kent lost after changes to streamlined‑sales‑tax rules; the city estimated losses of $18–$20 million.
Appropriations & Finance, House of Representatives, Committees, Legislative, New Mexico
Legislative Building Services staff presented a flat operating request for FY25; the Legislative Service Commission recommendation exceeded the executive request by $28,000 mainly for a workers' compensation rate increase. The committee accepted the LFC recommendation with no recorded opposition and moved into work groups.
Kent, King County, Washington
City of Kent officials signed documents in Washington, D.C., formalizing a sister‑city relationship with Lutsk, Ukraine, the city said in a weekly update. The city said the relationship aims to support local Ukrainian residents and maintain ties to Lutsk amid the war in Ukraine.
Arroyo Grande City, San Luis Obispo County, California
At its Feb. 11 meeting the Arroyo Grande City Council approved a package of consent items, adopted CDBG project recommendations, authorized a new lease with Gina's Italian restaurant and created an ad hoc committee to advise on litigation impacts; most items passed unanimously except one contested easement vacation (see separate article).
Scofield, Carbon County, Utah
At a Feb. 15 special meeting, the Scofield Town Council approved buying a single‑phase submersible pump and two guide rails for the town wet well for $16,295 and authorized ordering and payment for three‑phase submersible pumps while Rocky Mountain Power evaluates a three‑phase service extension.
Sudden Valley, Whatcom County, Washington
Directors approved up to $44,981.46 from CERF to replace a failed programmable-logic controller (PLC) that runs the golf-course pump stations; presenters warned a failure in summer could cause widespread turf damage.
Appropriations & Finance, House of Representatives, Committees, Legislative, New Mexico
Staff proposed a $2 million, nonrecurring strategic recruitment program to track and retain doctors; members asked whether the funds could be used by the University of New Mexico to replace a lost urogynecologist, but staff said the appropriation is tied to specific legislation and further research was needed.
Woodland Hills SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Two in-person public speakers questioned why an agenda item to remove the district solicitor was removed from the Feb. 12 agenda and raised concerns about a blurred organizational chart and the placement of the PIMS coordinator/supervisor position under technology.
Longview, Gregg County, Texas
Longview City Council approved a resolution to change recreation center membership pricing that makes youth memberships free, lowers adult and senior rates, and establishes a scholarship program run with the PALS Foundation; staff estimated a $38,000 revenue shift and will review usage after one year.
North Wasco County SD 21, School Districts, Oregon
A district equity committee reported it has recruited additional members and is reviewing board policies through an equity lens to meet an ORS/SB 732 requirement for district equity teams by September 2025.
Longview, Gregg County, Texas
Longview City Council on Feb. 13 approved four city-initiated and developer-filed rezoning requests to change several parcels from commercial or multifamily categories to single- and two-family designations, a move city staff said will bring existing homes into compliance and simplify future permitting and sales.
Coos Bay SD 9, School Districts, Oregon
The board unanimously approved the South Coast ESD Local Service Plan and granted a one-year leave of absence for a teacher by acclamation. Both items were adopted without extended debate.
Appropriations & Finance, House of Representatives, Committees, Legislative, New Mexico
Director Salih told the Appropriations & Finance committee that staff and the Department of Finance and Administration had agreed on guidance to limit agencies’ ability to move funds across budget categories at the start of the fiscal year.
Arroyo Grande City, San Luis Obispo County, California
A pre-application for a 125-room, three-story hotel at 400 West Branch Street drew hours of council questions and public comment on Feb. 11; the developer and city planning staff said the project will require a general plan amendment, zoning change and environmental review before any decision.
Woodland Hills SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Student representative Zach and administrators reported VEX robotics awards, athletics qualifications and Black Student Union activities at the Feb. 12 agenda-setting meeting.
Spokane, Spokane County, Washington
City urban‑forestry staff told the board they have begun removing dead street trees and planting in low‑canopy neighborhoods under a multi‑year federal grant, but said contractors are on hold while grant administrators review spending guidance.
North Wasco County SD 21, School Districts, Oregon
Staff described a districtwide effort to standardize IPT (Intervention Progress Team) procedures, forms and data collection so teachers have consistent referral pathways, clearer intervention menus and better intervention data to support students before special education referral.
Coos Bay SD 9, School Districts, Oregon
The district received a request from its transportation contractor to begin early renewal discussions ahead of the contract’s June 2026 expiration. Administration recommended an RFP for a large service contract but will take board direction if the board prefers direct negotiation.
Spokane, Spokane County, Washington
Consultants for Spokane’s climate‑element update briefed the Community Resilience and Sustainability Board on survey results, an interactive vulnerability index and a policy audit and asked for the board’s input on Earth Day outreach and focus‑group planning.
Arroyo Grande City, San Luis Obispo County, California
The Arroyo Grande City Council voted 4-1 to vacate a public equestrian easement on Ridgeview Way, siding with staff's finding that the easement is "in excess" of city needs while several residents and council members urged preserving the long-range trail vision.
Woodland Hills SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Assessment for Good presented a pilot formative-assessment program to the board and sought permission to partner at Dixon Preparatory STEAM Academy. The firm said the district would receive funding for participation and that the tools emphasize student assets, quick formative games and co-design with students.
Appropriations & Finance, House of Representatives, Committees, Legislative, New Mexico
In HAFC’s natural resources discussion, staff proposed a $1,500,000 recurring increase for the Office of the State Engineer, $300,000 recurring for State Parks personnel and a one‑time increase from $3 million to $9 million for soil and water conservation districts to cover operating costs.
North Wasco County SD 21, School Districts, Oregon
Director Bowen summarized a contracted community engagement assessment by PCG that found strengths (welcoming staff, ParentSquare adoption) and gaps (multilingual signage, community perceptions of welcome and cultural representation). The district plans prioritized actions and a project tracker to implement recommendations.
Woodland Hills SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Hub International, Arthur Gallagher and Henderson Brothers presented to the Woodland Hills School District on Feb. 12, offering different approaches to property, casualty and cyber insurance as the district evaluates its broker and coverage after recent costly claims.
Appropriations & Finance, House of Representatives, Committees, Legislative, New Mexico
Members discussed a staff proposal to add $5 million to the Kiki Saavedra Senior Dignity Fund, which staff said would raise the fund balance after recent spending to about $10.5 million; members asked for clarification on prior spending and fund usage rules.
Spokane, Spokane County, Washington
Marlene Weist, a city staff presenter, told the Community Resilience and Sustainability Board that the city has “an opportunity to join the county in what’s called an aquifer protection area.”
Coos Bay SD 9, School Districts, Oregon
Finance staff reported the general fund is on track but said special-revenue grants require a March supplemental budget; staff proposed using capital funds to start district office work and listed major capital needs including a $2–2.5 million roof project and potential server move costs.
Town of Hubbardston, Worcester County, Massachusetts
The Town of Hubbardston Community Preservation Committee (CPC) voted to approve a basement refresh proposal for the library to appear on the annual town meeting warrant (approximately $40,000); trustees also reported foundation repair warrants are prepared and expected to be processed in the next warrant week.
Appropriations & Finance, House of Representatives, Committees, Legislative, New Mexico
A legislative health work group reviewed a hybrid HCA/HAFC budget scenario that reallocates projected Medicaid savings to provider rate adjustments, nursing facility rebasing and department staffing; members confirmed changes remain within the LFC general fund total.
North Penn SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
A parent and local bicycling advocate asked the board to support a study of a crosswalk and bicycle infrastructure on Summittown Pike, saying improvements could increase student bicycle ridership and traffic calming near the tech school.
Orange, School Districts, Florida
Following a recent federal appeals decision, Orange County legal staff proposed edits to the district's public-comment policy (BEDH) to avoid unconstitutional viewpoint restrictions while retaining decorum rules. Staff and board members debated name-calling prohibitions, personally directed speech and procedures for handling disruptive speakers.
Humboldt Unified District (4469), School Districts, Arizona
At its regular meeting the Humboldt Unified board approved consent items, updated CTE job descriptions, a waiver for the Yavapai County Free Library District contract process and annual renewals for contracted special‑education services.
Appropriations & Finance, House of Representatives, Committees, Legislative, New Mexico
HAFC staff increased one‑time cybersecurity funding to $20 million (plus reauthorizations) and flagged about $16 million of remaining balances for the Health Care Authority’s long‑running child support enforcement replacement project; HCA officials said substantial work has been done and the next phase is a user interface build.
North Wasco County SD 21, School Districts, Oregon
Director Hampton briefed the board on a third‑party evaluation of the district’s special education processes, begun with surveys and school visits and expected to produce a report to the board in spring.
Coos Bay SD 9, School Districts, Oregon
Superintendent recommended using an external facilitator for collective bargaining; board members largely supported the idea citing expertise, neutrality and reduced strain on volunteer board negotiators, and staff said limited funds are budgeted for facilitator services.
Appropriations & Finance, House of Representatives, Committees, Legislative, New Mexico
LFC staff presented nonrecurring investments for the Children, Youth and Families Department (CYFD) that include $24 million in general fund (matched with an estimated $6 million federal) to add about 101 caseworkers over three years, workforce training partnerships, liability insurance increases and technical assistance for federal claiming.
North Penn SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
North Penn finance officials urged board members on Feb. 11 to support state legislation setting a flat $8,000 tuition rate for cyber charter schools, saying the district pays roughly $17,000 per regular education cyber student now and that a cap would save about $2.2 million.
Town of Hubbardston, Worcester County, Massachusetts
Director Christine Barbera presented January 2024 usage and program statistics (patron counts, story time, student visits, social media metrics) and trustees discussed clarifying whether student counts represent unique individuals or repeat visits.
North Wasco County SD 21, School Districts, Oregon
Staff updated the board on the district’s multi‑year intensive program under the Student Success Act, describing seven earlier recommendations and two new approvals this year (YouthTruth partnership and a youth advisory council), plus progress monitoring and funding rules for program recommendations.
Coos Bay SD 9, School Districts, Oregon
Attendance advocates described definitions (average daily attendance, truancy, chronic absenteeism), presented first-semester chronic-absenteeism data by school and proposed building-level systems and targeted outreach to improve attendance.
Town of Hubbardston, Worcester County, Massachusetts
Trustees discussed applying for a United for Libraries grant (via ALA Apply) to seed a reconstituted Friends of the Library group, debating whether funds should pay legal/accounting fees to form a 501(c)(3) or be placed into a community foundation account; application deadline Feb. 18, notification March 10.
Humboldt Unified District (4469), School Districts, Arizona
Maintenance director Eric Hall described the district’s School Facilities Board (SFB/SFD) building renewal grant activity, $16 million in earmarked projects and ongoing HVAC and roofing replacements; staff outlined timelines and closeout steps.
Appropriations & Finance, House of Representatives, Committees, Legislative, New Mexico
HAFC staff proposed increasing the Early Childhood Trust Fund distribution to $400 million, adding funds for infant‑toddler slots, prekindergarten expansion and workforce incentives; lawmakers pressed for assurances that quality improvements won’t reduce capacity.
Coos Bay SD 9, School Districts, Oregon
Dr. Ainsworth reviewed midyear academic growth data across schools and presented a revised 2025–26 calendar that aims to maximize instructional time and add staff collaboration blocks; the board asked questions and asked staff to return for a calendar ratification vote.
North Penn SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The North Penn School District board approved multiple personnel and administrative items and advanced finance and procurement steps at its Feb. 11 work session, voting primarily by voice vote.
BELTON ISD, School Districts, Texas
At a Feb. 13 special meeting the Belton Independent School District Board of Trustees set a May 3, 2025 trustee election and approved a joint election agreement with the City of Belton to use shared polling locations; both actions passed unanimously, 7-0.
Orange, School Districts, Florida
District officials told the school board that advanced-studies participation and pass rates rose in 2023-24, with increases in AP pass rate, Cambridge diploma recipients and IB diploma recipients and corresponding college-credit estimates and tuition savings for families.
Coos Bay SD 9, School Districts, Oregon
Superintendent Dr. Ainsworth told the school board the district will move its central office into an underused school building and phase work to open space for alternative education programs, with a modest initial remodeling budget and larger capital projects to follow.
Humboldt Unified District (4469), School Districts, Arizona
Arizona School Boards Association officials described a recent comprehensive policy review of the district manual and the services ASBA provides; the board held first readings of numerous policy updates and discussed several specific proposed edits.
North Wasco County SD 21, School Districts, Oregon
Superintendent Bernal and other staff described a new youth wellness community collaborative with more than 25 partners and a district‑wide youth outreach worker program funded by pooled targeted school improvement dollars and contracted through Next Door.
Atherton Town, San Mateo County, California
Committee members discussed promoting robotic lawnmowers and a possible trial with the town's contracted landscape provider to reduce gasoline equipment emissions; staff said contract and procurement questions belong to city management.
Humboldt Unified District (4469), School Districts, Arizona
Principal Michelle McCabe and assistant principal shared attendance interventions, Galileo and FastBridge data showing midyear growth, and Project Momentum classroom goals after the school earned an A letter grade on the state report card.
North Penn SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Board administration told the finance committee that a court approved the sale of district-owned movie lots on Jan. 27; developer Pulte indicated it expects to complete due diligence by March 3 and then must place funds in escrow as the next contractual milestone
Committee on Judiciary, Standing, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Committees, Legislative, Kansas
The House Committee on Judiciary on Thursday added a coalition‑drafted amendment to House Bill 2359 that clarifies end‑of‑life procedures for adults under guardianship and reported the bill favorably for passage.
Appropriations & Finance, House of Representatives, Committees, Legislative, New Mexico
HAFC members discussed modest recurring personnel increases for the Economic Development Department, Department of Cultural Affairs museums program, Secretary of State, Department of Finance and Administration and the Public Regulation Commission to address new responsibilities and vacancy pressures.
Humboldt Unified District (4469), School Districts, Arizona
The Humboldt Unified School District board voted to adopt the Heggerty phonemic awareness curriculum for elementary grades after a staff presentation and discussion about how the program fits with existing literacy supports such as Lexia and Spalding.
VICTOR CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
Business office staff presented updated non-personnel budget projections, federal and state grant exposures and rising costs in BOCES, transportation and career/tech programs; board was informed of a transportation efficiency study and upcoming budget calendar deadlines.
North Penn SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
District staff reported bids for Phase 1 renovation of the high school — K pod and the natatorium — came in about 4.1% under budget; the administration recommended awarding four prime contracts plus selected alternates and will issue notices of intent to award following board action.
Committee on Judiciary, Standing, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Committees, Legislative, Kansas
House Bill 2323, which creates a civil cause of action for fraudulent insurance acts and expands the insurance commissioner's access to some records, was amended so civil penalties would be deposited to the state general fund rather than to the Insurance Department's service regulation fund; the committee then passed the bill favorably
VICTOR CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
The Victor Central School District Board approved the meeting agenda, accepted consent items A–I and authorized several student trips, including art club and Winter Guard competitions; votes were taken by voice and recorded as approval without recorded opposing votes.
Orange, School Districts, Florida
At a Feb. 13 work session, Orange County Public Schools staff proposed changes to policy KCE on ethics, lobbying and product testimonials and board members discussed aligning district rules with Florida law, adding lobbyist registration, and clarifying testimonial rules for vendors and nonprofits.
Atherton Town, San Mateo County, California
The Environmental Programs Committee recorded a member resignation and confirmed minutes from its November 2024 meeting by motion. Committee chairs said recruitment is under way for a replacement.
Harrisburg City, Lincoln County, South Dakota
A Chamberlain resident told the Harrisburg City Council that a contractor who worked on a home in Harrisburg took $20,000 up front and left drywall and texture problems, and urged the city to require licensing and bonds that fully cover local projects.
Committee on Judiciary, Standing, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Committees, Legislative, Kansas
The House Committee on Judiciary on Thursday amended House Bill 2134 to limit how public agencies calculate staff costs for public-records requests and to require notice to requesters when a request will exceed a defined threshold.
Maysville, Mason County, Kentucky
The Maysville Fire Department presented a proposal to install an anonymous infant surrender ‘baby box’ at Station 2 near the regional hospital; community partners have pledged fundraising and the commission asked city attorneys to review a draft contract.
North Penn SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Finance staff reviewed three borrowing scenarios and the committee reaffirmed a plan to borrow $10 million in 2025 for the first draw of the high‑school construction project; a parameters resolution on the work session sets a $15 million ceiling that will not necessarily be borrowed in full
VICTOR CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
District staff described the Victor Learning Center’s role in providing short- and long-term tutoring, transitional supports and an in-house food pantry; presenters said the center served 78 students this year and helped reduce suspensions by offering targeted interventions.
Maysville, Mason County, Kentucky
Utility staff reported a $25.6 million line‑item grant from the Kentucky General Assembly for Maysville’s combined sewer overflow project and said the funding will limit the need to borrow and allow the city to accelerate water‑line work.
Committee on Judiciary, Standing, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Committees, Legislative, Kansas
House Bill 2371, a broad update to Kansas business entity law including LLC code revisions, advanced from the Committee on Judiciary after lawmakers debated competing drafting approaches for series limited liability companies and adopted an amendment expanding series LLC options.
Manchester City Commissions, Manchester, Hillsborough County, New Hampshire
A Manchester City Commissions committee approved a purchase-and-sale agreement for a 20-acre parcel, authorized an easement release contingent on staff sign-off, transferred tax-deeded properties to Parks and Recreation and deemed 49 West Street surplus, directing the tax collector to dispose of it using a recommended minimum bid.
Lakeside Union Elementary, School Districts, California
District staff updated the board on the governor's January budget proposal and timing of tax receipts, an upcoming Verona charter renewal visit, plans to purchase additional generators and mobile hotspots, near-complete ESS buildings, a new hydroponic unit at the central kitchen and expansion of a school-based food pantry.
North Penn SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
District staff outlined the process, priorities and proposed goals in a draft comprehensive plan covering 2025–28 and said the plan will be posted for a 28-day public comment period before coming back to the board for approval in March.
Lakeside Union Elementary, School Districts, California
The Lakeside Union School District board approved a financial disclosure for the Lakeside Teachers Association 2024'1 sales year totaling $377,619 (including fringe benefits), approved the consent agenda (with two items pulled for separate action), moved the September meeting date and accepted community donations.
Atherton Town, San Mateo County, California
The EPC heard a staff update on an optional GreenWaste pilot that would collect heavy, nonrecyclable plastics in orange bags; the town may distribute sample bags at Earth Day and provide residents with guidance on acceptable items.
City of DeLand, Volusia County, Florida
City of DeLand commissioners used a strategic-plan budget workshop to prioritize employee retention, public safety and capital projects after staff presented early estimates showing slower taxable value growth, falling state revenue and a projected budget gap.
Committee on Judiciary, Standing, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Committees, Legislative, Kansas
The House Committee on Judiciary heard testimony Thursday on House Bill 2347, which would add an objective "reason to know" standard for possession of stolen property and raise low‑value auto thefts to a nonperson felony.
Lakeside Union Elementary, School Districts, California
At a Lakeside Union School District board meeting, Lakeview Elementary Principal Tiger Roy reported completion of a weekly music program funded by Prop 28, a drop in chronic absenteeism for English learners from 21% to 12% and district efforts to turn classroom talk into written math explanations.
Kyle City, Hays County, Texas
After hours of public comment and engineering review, the Kyle City Council approved a motion to pursue Option 2—relocating the 51-inch-diameter live oak—by a 6-1 roll call. The decision follows debate about road safety, drainage constraints and preservation alternatives, and includes an estimated relocation cost and a required maintenance plan.
Pickens County, School Districts, Georgia
District leaders reported a literacy month campaign, a district literacy night on Feb. 27 with free books for K–6 students and the Pickens Page Turner student competition March 1. The executive director also described MTSS pilot work at Jasper Middle and a presentation at the GALE conference.
North Penn SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The committee approved routine actions by voice vote and placed several items on the Feb. 20 action agenda including budget transfers, a Montgomery County Intermediate Unit member-services budget share, ratification of 2024 tax liens turnover and the proposed 80% rebate match for 2025–26
Milwaukee School District, School Districts, Wisconsin
MPS�Girls of Color partnership program reported growth to 18 active school sites and 350 students served, with site-based weekly groups, leadership-team training and pilot academic courses at Marshall High School; the committee praised the program and asked for outcome data next presentation.
Education, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Committees, Legislative , Vermont
Secretary of Education Mike Saunders and Agency of Education staff on Feb. 23 walked House and Senate education committees through draft legislative language for the governor's education transformation proposal, explaining structural changes to governance, finance, school choice and district operations and answering lawmakers' procedural and policy questions.
Pickens County, School Districts, Georgia
District staff told the board that rain temporarily delayed plumbing and a foundation pour for the agriscience facility but the project is still expected to receive and install a prefab building in late March with completion in May.
Pickens County, School Districts, Georgia
On Feb. 13, 2025 the Pickens County Board of Education approved the meeting agenda, the consent agenda, a personnel action report and the FY2025 superintendent evaluation instrument by voice votes. No public comment was received. The meeting also included staff reports on literacy, student supports, finances and construction projects.
Education, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Committees, Legislative , Vermont
Vermont education officials and consultants outlined a plan Feb. 25 to create a single governance entity for career and technical education (CTE) statewide and to shift funding so that the new CTE BOCES would receive about $25,000 per full‑time‑equivalent CTE student.
Pickens County, School Districts, Georgia
Chief Financial Officer Amy Smith told the board on Feb. 13 that the district is on track with expenditures but that timing of payroll and federal draws makes year‑to‑date percentages appear low. Capital outlay receipts for the month were reported and the district expects the FY24 audit to start soon.
VICTOR CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
Victor Central School District honored student Jack Scribe after he performed CPR on his father during a cardiac arrest; State Senator Pam Helming presented a Liberty Medal and district leaders highlighted CPR training in the curriculum.
North Penn SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The North Penn School District Finance Committee on Feb. 11 approved placing a resolution on the Feb. 20 action agenda to increase the district’s rebate match for the state Property Tax and Rent Rebate program to 80% for fiscal year 2025–26.
Madison County, Iowa
The Madison County Board of Supervisors approved hiring Evan Simpson as a full‑time elections deputy effective Feb. 17 at $28 per hour despite public comments questioning the candidate’s partisan social-media history; the auditor’s office said a background check was completed before the vote.
Madison County, Iowa
Madison County EMS leaders reported vehicle repair pressures, aging medical equipment and staffing shortages. They proposed raising part‑time pay (paramedics to $20/hr, EMTAs $18, EMTs $16) and flagged a federal grant purchase for a cot/lift system that remains frozen; supervisors asked for costed options.
Navasota Planning Commission, Navasota, Grimes County, Texas
The Navasota Planning Commission approved the minutes of its January 2025 meeting by voice vote during the same session that recommended the tattoo-studio zoning amendment.
Madison County, Iowa
Julia Castillo, executive director of HRDA, told Madison County supervisors that rising vehicle prices and an aging fleet strain service; HRDA sought roughly $17,000 in operating support plus an approximate $10,000 capital match to replace vehicles and maintain rural routes.
2025 Legislature CT, Connecticut
At a Feb. 14 Judiciary Committee hearing, legislators pressed the claims commissioner and the attorney general’s office for clearer documentation of eligibility decisions in wrongful‑incarceration awards enacted under the 2024 statute.
North Penn SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Zachary Trump, interim assistant director of business administration assigned from the Montgomery County Intermediate Unit, told the North Penn School District Finance Committee on Feb. 11 that federal revenues for the district are at risk of payment delays after recent Office of Management and Budget memoranda and litigation, but that awards already obligated for 2024–25 are unlikely to be rescinded in the short term.
Navasota Planning Commission, Navasota, Grimes County, Texas
The Navasota Planning Commission voted to recommend a zoning ordinance amendment permitting tattoo studios in the city’s B-1 (General Business) and CBD (Central Business District) zones, adding a definition for the use and limiting signage to 32 square feet. The measure will go to City Council on Feb. 24 for final consideration.
Madison County, Iowa
Madison County's Board of Health and supervisors confirmed a unanimous decision to eliminate the county's home‑health/homemaker program effective June 13, citing loss of state LPHS funding and county budget reductions; staff said 27 clients and two full‑time aides are affected and clients were given lists of alternative providers.
Southern Kern Unified, School Districts, California
The Southern Kern Unified board approved a memorandum establishing a technology coordinator position, a change order for the new cafeteria, purchase of exterior tables, and an RFP award for district hotspots; personnel and other consent items were also authorized.
Maysville, Mason County, Kentucky
At the Feb. 13 Maysville Board of Commissioners meeting, the commission approved multiple appointments and authorized applications for a slate of grants and programs, including CLG, 319(h), FEMA mitigation, DOT transit funding and other state grant programs; roll calls recorded unanimous or near‑unanimous approval.
Newington School District, School Districts, Connecticut
Administrators told the board that the district is paying more to recruit and hire teachers and other staff, with recent hires typically coming in at higher steps and with higher degrees than in prior years. The trend is increasing operating costs and complicating budgeting.
Southern Kern Unified, School Districts, California
District staff presented a midyear update on the Local Control and Accountability Plan with budget and performance details including CAASPP gains, graduation rate improvement and device refresh spending.
Madison County, Iowa
The county conservation presenter outlined a proposed 6% budget increase to support a new Conservation Center, modest staffing and custodial increases, a vehicle replacement request and conservative rental revenue projections tied to weddings and partner leases.
Southern Kern Unified, School Districts, California
California Cadet Corps cadets delivered a board presentation highlighting recent events and community service; the district said the California Department of Education named three Southern Kern Unified campuses Purple Star Schools.
Events, School Districts, Florida
The Martin County School District will hold its inaugural districtwide Black History Month event on Feb. 22 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Boys and Girls Club of Stuart, adjacent to Stewart Middle School, Dr. Chris Jones said on the district podcast.
Maysville, Mason County, Kentucky
The tourism director recommended revising Cox Building rental contracts to make event organizers responsible for planning and on‑site coordination; tourism commissioners supported the change and staff will circulate updated contract language for legal review.
Events, School Districts, Florida
On the Martin County School District podcast, longtime residents Godfrey Lee and Philip Harvey described growing up under segregation, attending Stewart Training School, and the local educators and leaders — including the Murray family and Dr. David L. Anderson — who shaped opportunities for Black students in Martin County.
Madison County, Iowa
The board approved awarding the HMA resurfacing contract (low bid $4,038,000) and approved right‑of‑way and temporary‑easement steps for a Pitzer Road bridge project ahead of an Iowa DOT letting estimated for May 20, 2025. County engineer Mike Hackett said the projects are funded from farm‑to‑market/road‑use and bridge grant dollars, not local property tax.
Newington School District, School Districts, Connecticut
District staff told the Feb. 12 board meeting that bus costs have risen and that town funding for the bus replacement cycle has been intermittent. The administration requested funding for next year's buses and outlined repair and staffing pressures for transportation operations.
2025 Legislature CT, Connecticut
A Connecticut General Assembly committee on Monday recorded roll-call votes to "raise concept" on five health-related acts, including funding for neuromodulation for veterans and changes to the certificate-of-need program; a sixth agenda item received no action.
Newington School District, School Districts, Connecticut
District staff told the Newington Board of Education Feb. 12 that Chromebook damage claims have risen, the insurance fund holds roughly $90,000, and staff are considering a sliding-fee scale and policy clarifications to reduce costs and improve equity.
Madison County, Iowa
At a budget workshop supervisors reviewed Buildings & Grounds, conservation and EMS proposals and flagged revenue reporting issues; county staff said several bank CDs had matured and accounting entries need reconciliation before finalizing revenue estimates.
2025 Legislature CT, Connecticut
At the Feb. 14 hearing the committee voted to move three claims forward for legislative action, remand five resolutions to the claims commissioner for eligibility determinations under Conn. Gen. Stat. §54‑102uu, and approved a recommended $50,000 payment to Heather Robillard.
Newington School District, School Districts, Connecticut
Administrators told the Newington Board of Education Feb. 12 that special-education tuition and contracted services will increase substantially in next year's budget because of out-of-district placements; the district expects to recoup a portion under the state's excess-cost program.
Newington School District, School Districts, Connecticut
The Newington Board of Education reviewed department budgets and options Feb. 12, 2025, and plans to adopt the superintendent�s proposed budget at its Feb. 19 meeting. Major issues flagged include continued reliance on non-lapsing funds, uncertain state grants, and several line-item adjustments the administration recommended.