What happened on Saturday, 08 March 2025
Building Code Council, Governor's Office - Boards & Commissions, Executive, Washington
Staff told the executive committee that work on significant-change reports is behind schedule and recommended shifting committee and council dates; members discussed compressed petition-review windows and legal deadlines including a December 1 adoption target.
Senate Committee on Agriculture and Environment, Senate, Legislative , Hawaii
Three related measures—HB734, HB735 and HB879—drew broad support from environmental groups, counties and the Department of Health; lawmakers pressed the department on cost, prioritization and local implementation for converting cesspools and updating rules.
Governor's Pardon Advisory Board, State Agencies, Executive, Wisconsin
The Wisconsin Pardon Advisory Board heard applications from about two dozen people seeking pardons on a range of nonviolent and drug-related convictions, including requests to restore voting and firearm-related rights. The board then moved into closed session to deliberate whether to forward applications to the governor.
Building Code Council, Governor's Office - Boards & Commissions, Executive, Washington
The State Building Code Council executive committee approved one applicant to a technical advisory tag and reviewed five other applications and staffing updates as it works to fill technical advisory group seats ahead of the full council meeting.
House of Representatives, Legislative, New Mexico
A House committee advanced Senate Bill 48, a proposal to route hundreds of millions to climate adaptation, grid modernization, workforce training and electric-vehicle infrastructure with requirements to work with so-called overburdened communities and annual agency reporting to interim legislative committees.
California Board of Occupational Therapy, Other State Agencies, Executive, California
AOTA told the board it will allow the use of portions of the Occupational Therapy Practice Framework in board materials and discussions but requested attribution and limited public posting of the full member-only PDF.
Senate Committee on Agriculture and Environment, Senate, Legislative , Hawaii
Supporters urged the joint Senate committees to preserve state pollution controls for Hawaii’s waste‑to‑energy facility regardless of possible federal rollbacks; environmental groups asked the state to close regulatory gaps for older burners.
Plano, Collin County, Texas
City of Plano and consultants presented the draft cultural arts master plan ‘‘Live Creatively in Plano,’’ recommending coordinated marketing, new arts spaces, changes to grants, and a consolidated city arts office; public comment and implementation steps were outlined.
Planning Commission , Reno, Washoe County, Nevada
The Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit (CUP), Alternative Equivalent Compliance (AEC) and a major lighting‑deviation for a proposed In‑N‑Out Burger at the Kietzke/Plum site, adding conditions limiting public hours, restricting after‑hours delivery routes and requiring the pole sign to be dark after closing.
Honolulu City, Honolulu County, Hawaii
Department of Transportation Services presented a $487.6 million combined budget that includes higher Skyline operating costs if Segment 2 opens, major bus and handivan vehicle purchases, a traffic-signal modernization program and planning for fare payment modernization.
Planning Commission , Reno, Washoe County, Nevada
The Planning Commission voted to recommend City Council adopt a master plan and zoning change allowing professional office use on a vacant 0.31‑acre parcel on South Arlington Avenue.
Honolulu City, Honolulu County, Hawaii
The Honolulu Authority for Rapid Transportation told the City Council Committee on Budget it expects to transfer Segment 2 assets to the city before the end of the year and is asking for a $175 million operating budget and $794 million in capital appropriations, with most operating dollars committed to debt service.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The Nantucket Conservation Commission closed the public hearing on the Gonzo Beach Preservation Fund’s Notice of Intent for 41–119 Baxter Road (SC483736) after yearlong review, leaving unresolved a dispute over how much missed nourishment sand must be required to remedy an earlier permit enforcement order.
DuPage County, Illinois
DuPage County Zoning Hearing Officer continued case 25-005 after petitioner sought conditional use to increase detached accessory building area from 1,000 to about 1,381 square feet; the officer required a current site plan, specific dimensions and photos and set the matter for March 19.
California Board of Occupational Therapy, Other State Agencies, Executive, California
The executive officer reported year-to-date revenues and expenditures, noted the budget office declined the board’s contract for a fee study, and said staff are seeking budget-office assistance and potential temporary regulatory fee changes to maintain fund solvency.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Committees, Legislative, Kansas
The Kansas House recorded final passage on a set of Senate bills addressing insurance board composition, third-party administrator rules and title insurance, plus earlier items; roll-call tallies and brief summaries are listed.
Senate Committee on Higher Education, Senate, Legislative , Hawaii
House Bill 1171 permits the University of Hawaii Board of Regents to use the tuition and fee special fund for student aid in response to a governor‑declared emergency; student leaders supported the bill and the committee approved it unamended.
House of Representatives, Legislative, New Mexico
The House Judiciary Committee recorded multiple final actions on bills during the hearing, including passage of committee substitutes or due-pass recommendations for several bills. The committee advanced measures on magistrate-judge age, electronic visit verification, health-practitioner category expansion, and others; it also took the substitute
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Committees, Legislative, Kansas
The House passed Senate Bill 7 to raise bonding caps for townships by population tiers and raise the bonding authority for townships with fire departments; bill passed on final action with broad support.
Planning Commission , Reno, Washoe County, Nevada
Truckee Meadows Trails (TMT) presented a regional trails plan and asked the Planning Commission to recognize the plan and to notify the program when development applications may affect existing or planned trails.
California Board of Occupational Therapy, Other State Agencies, Executive, California
Board members learned SB 813 was a spot bill that staff and OTAC lobbyists expect to be amended and agreed to watch the bill and contact the sponsor’s office for clarification.
DuPage County, Illinois
The DuPage County Zoning Hearing Officer took testimony March 5 on case 24-087, a request by petitioner Chateau Jarrett for conditional use to convert an existing detached garage into an accessory dwelling unit (ADU) in an R-4 zoning district and for a variation to allow neither occupant of the principal dwelling nor the ADU to be the legal or beneficial owner of the property.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Committees, Legislative, Kansas
House approved House Concurrent Resolution 50-11 to put a proposed constitutional amendment on the ballot that would limit residential valuations using a multi-year rolling average; members debated implementation details and fiscal impacts.
Senate Committee on Higher Education, Senate, Legislative , Hawaii
House Bill 1320 would require the University of Hawaii to collect and publish consolidated graduate‑outcome data and requests funding for staff and visualization capacity; the committee passed the bill to Ways and Means with a delayed effective date and asked that concerns about funding and data access be noted in the report.
House of Representatives, Legislative, New Mexico
The House Appropriations and Finance Committee adopted a committee substitute for House Bill 73 and recommended the substitute for passage, moving a measure that would expand civil filing opportunities for adult survivors of childhood sexual assault forward with a 15–1 vote.
Planning Commission , Reno, Washoe County, Nevada
A business owner urged the Planning Commission to schedule a discussion and possible code work session on Title 18 changes adopted during COVID that restrict live entertainment after 11 p.m., arguing the rules unintentionally removed longstanding entitlements for some businesses.
California Board of Occupational Therapy, Other State Agencies, Executive, California
Representatives from OTAC and AOTA urged the California Board of Occupational Therapy to omit occupational therapy assistants from a proposed cap in supervision regulations, saying an additional cap could reduce access to services and fieldwork placements.
DuPage County, Illinois
At the March 5, 2025 DuPage County Zoning Hearing Officer recommendation meeting the officer adopted two sets of minutes from Feb. 19, 2025 (public hearings and 3:00 p.m. recommendation session) and then adjourned the meeting; no public comments, old business, or new business were recorded.
California Board of Occupational Therapy, Other State Agencies, Executive, California
Board members debated requiring a jurisprudence exam for licensees but indicated a preference for a continuing-education (CE) approach and directed staff to draft regulatory language and return with options.
House of Representatives, Legislative, New Mexico
The committee amended and then passed House Bill 428 to remove a statutory exemption that had allowed the Corrections Department to avoid the state rules and Administrative Procedures Acts, while retaining limited exemptions for institutional security and emergency response. The amendment shortened the public-comment period from 45 to 30 days at
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Committees, Legislative, Kansas
Lawmakers advanced House Bill 23-96 to create a $60 million Astra Fund to incentive local governments to limit property-tax increases, replace the revenue-neutral process and establish a protest petition; bill passed the House after extended debate.
Senate Committee on Higher Education, Senate, Legislative , Hawaii
House Bill 1185, which would establish a working group to study plant‑based building materials grown and produced in Hawai‘i, was deferred after testimony supporting the bill's intent but questioning the need for a legislatively created working group and discussion of a proposed $150,000, 2‑year appropriation for baseline analysis.
Senate Committee on Higher Education, Senate, Legislative , Hawaii
The committee passed House Bill 1169 to repeal and consolidate duplicate University of Hawaii conference center statutes into a single revolving fund statute and changed the effective date to upon approval.
Hayward City, Alameda County, California
Council unanimously voted to convene a closed session under a government code provision referenced on the record; the vote was taken at the meeting opening and appears as an administrative procedural motion.
Senate Committee on Higher Education, Senate, Legislative , Hawaii
The Senate Committee on Higher Education amended House Bill 442 to replace its language with Senate Bill 637 and approved the measure after testimony from University of Hawaii representatives and health-sector supporters.
SOCORRO ISD, School Districts, Texas
At a special meeting March 6, the Socorro ISD Board of Trustees approved a $2,500 early separation incentive for the first 100 qualified employees who notify human resources by 5 p.m. April 7, 2025, aiming to reduce payroll costs and limit involuntary reductions in force amid an $8 million budget gap.
Planning Commission , Reno, Washoe County, Nevada
Climate and community advocates asked the Reno City Planning Commission to start a Title 18 text amendment and to press the City Council for a permitting pause on data centers, citing concerns about local energy, climate and community impacts.
DuPage County, Illinois
Zoning hearing 20503 (Ponce), a Milton Township case, was continued at the March 5, 2025 DuPage County Zoning Hearing Officer recommendation meeting so the petitioner can submit additional written information. The officer said he will review materials and render a decision at the March 19 recommendation session.
DuPage County, Illinois
The DuPage County Zoning Hearing Officer on March 5, 2025 recommended denial of zoning petition 2501 (Chaudhry), which sought variances to allow one horse on a 19,999‑square‑foot lot and to reduce the rear‑yard setback for an existing shed to serve as a stable.
Tax, Business and Transportation, Senate, Committees, Legislative, New Mexico
The Senate Tax, Business and Transportation Committee advanced a package of bills on procurement, film financing, housing, organ donation outreach and other matters; recorded votes ranged from unanimous to narrow majorities.
House of Representatives, Legislative, New Mexico
Lawmakers approved a wide rewrite of juvenile corrections law that adds certain violent offenses to the youthful‑offender pathway, extends post‑release supervision, allows earlier intervention referrals from child welfare, and creates a pilot stipend for some former foster or delinquent youth entering postsecondary training.
Hayward City, Alameda County, California
City Attorney and finance staff told the retreat that excess insurance costs have grown substantially over the last decade and that next year's premium outlook could increase the city's excess coverage costs materially; litigation and claim values have also risen since the pandemic.
Senate Committee on Agriculture and Environment, Senate, Legislative , Hawaii
HB 1406, HD1, to create a task force aimed at streamlining permitting and regulatory procedures passed with amendments adding a senate appointee, including the Hawaii State Energy Office as a participant, and noting a prior $120,000 staffing request in the committee report.
Tax, Business and Transportation, Senate, Committees, Legislative, New Mexico
After hours of testimony from workers, unions and business groups, the Senate Tax, Business and Transportation Committee voted 6–4 to advance a reworked paid family and medical leave bill (House Bill 11). The substitute limits the insured medical leave component to six weeks, adds a separate one-time newborn/adoption rebate, and sets low initial
Corvallis SD 509J, School Districts, Oregon
At a March 6 virtual special meeting, the Corvallis School District (509J) board unanimously approved annual contract renewals for licensed staff. District staff clarified that contract renewal is separate from staffing decisions tied to the budget and that renewed employees retain job rights if layoffs occur.
House of Representatives, Legislative, New Mexico
Representative Jeremy Small introduced a committee substitute for House Bill 311 that would authorize local reclaimed-water authorities to coordinate public-private investment in nontraditional water sources for economic development.
Dover Area SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The Dover Area SD Board of Directors on March 8 appointed nine community members to the Earned Income Tax (EIT) commission by voice vote to meet a March 9 filing deadline; one applicant was disqualified as a district employee.
Tax, Business and Transportation, Senate, Committees, Legislative, New Mexico
Senate Bill 413, which would raise the cap on certain private‑equity investments from the Severance Tax Permanent Fund from 11% to 14%, received a 5–4 do‑pass recommendation from the Senate Tax, Business and Transportation Committee.
Senate Committee on Agriculture and Environment, Senate, Legislative , Hawaii
HB 1051, HD1, to revise energy-efficiency portfolio standards passed unamended after testimony from the State Energy Office, DCCA consumer-advocacy division and other stakeholders.
Adams County, Wisconsin
County administrator reported staff are assessing the feasibility of joining a four‑county pretrial monitoring consortium. The county’s share would be about $93,000; staff will meet internally with courts and sheriff’s office to evaluate options.
Officials and museum representatives marked the inauguration of the Planes of Fame Air Museum’s new Santa Maria campus and announced the start of construction on Building A, a more-than-56,000-square-foot exhibit hall that will house World War II aircraft and programs for students, veterans and visitors.
House of Representatives, Legislative, New Mexico
Lawmakers debated a broad bill that would require utilities to file 10-year distribution plans and beneficial-electrification proposals with the Public Regulation Commission. Supporters said it would unlock economic development and cleaner electricity; critics warned it could raise rates and shift costs to ratepayers.
Senate Committee on Agriculture and Environment, Senate, Legislative , Hawaii
HB 1017, which would dissolve the existing greenhouse-gas sequestration task force, passed out of committee without amendment after DBEDT testimony; chairs reported no objections among members present.
Adams County, Wisconsin
Adams County staff discussed potentially shifting animal control responsibilities out of the sheriff’s office, possibly housing a new animal control officer in planning and zoning, and retaining a $30,000 annual contract with the Adams County Humane Society while evaluating costs.
Judiciary, Senate, Committees, Legislative, New Mexico
A group of bills covering gaming regulation, legal services funding, professional licensure compacts, and prison supervision received brisk committee action Thursday; several passed do-pass recommendations while others were tabled for further work.
Santa Maria, Santa Barbara County, California
At a ceremonial groundbreaking in Santa Maria, Plains of Fame announced plans for a new museum campus anchored by a roughly 56,000-square-foot hangar to house more than 60 flyable World War II–era aircraft and host education and regional events.
Senate Committee on Agriculture and Environment, Senate, Legislative , Hawaii
HB 977, HD1, concerning energy financing passed with non-substantive technical amendments; multiple agencies including the Public Utilities Commission and consumer-advocacy division testified in support.
House of Representatives, Legislative, New Mexico
Representative Cynthia Matthews told the House Judiciary Committee that frequent rent increases and failing park infrastructure were creating a housing crisis for many New Mexico residents who own manufactured homes but lease the land beneath them.
Judiciary, Senate, Committees, Legislative, New Mexico
Senators heard testimony on Senate Bill 78, a measure to let certified registered nurse anesthetists (CRNAs) practice without physician supervision; supporters said the change would provide certainty and preserve rural access, while at least one senator raised concerns about the inherently interdependent nature of anesthesia practice.
Senate Committee on Agriculture and Environment, Senate, Legislative , Hawaii
HB 350, relating to energy and water-heating standards, passed unamended after industry and energy-office witnesses testified; testimony stressed that solar water heaters are held to different performance standards than heat-pump systems.
Wichita County, Texas
Commissioners and Road & Bridge staff reviewed equipment needs for chip-seal and other seasonal work, discussed concentrating new sweeping and rolling equipment in Precinct 5, potential rentals, trade-ins and an equipment auction for older units.
Judiciary, Senate, Committees, Legislative, New Mexico
Lawmakers debated a bill that would expand the Office of the Superintendent of Insurance's authority to review and condition certain hospital and health-care provider acquisitions; hospitals and provider groups urged changes, sponsors said the measure is needed to protect access and quality in New Mexico communities.
Hayward City, Alameda County, California
Development Services gave complaint counts across enforcement categories and said proactive cases for sidewalk vendors are small versus other complaint types; councilors urged a working group to devise long‑term solutions to vendor encampments and unauthorized vending.
Senate Committee on Labor and Technology, Senate, Legislative , Hawaii
The Senate Committee on Labor and Technology voted to advise and consent on a slate of gubernatorial nominees March 7, confirming nominees to boards including the Hawaii Technology Development Corporation, Employees' Retirement System and the Hawaii Labor Relations Board.
Adams County, Wisconsin
County counsel reported a newly filed class action seeking surplus funds from tax foreclosures referencing a Minnesota Supreme Court decision, and gave updates on several other pending litigations including an opioid case, an administrative appeal remanded to the board of adjustment, and an open‑records deadline dispute.
Carroll County, New Hampshire
Carroll County delegates were briefed on a multi‑year IT modernization plan that would replace a 20‑year‑old system. The IT subcommittee recommended funding two county employee positions (an IT director and a help‑desk role) plus contract work rather than three full‑time hires requested by commissioners.
Senate Committee on Labor and Technology, Senate, Legislative , Hawaii
Christine Sekuda was confirmed by the Senate Committee on Labor and Technology and described plans to expand training for state IT staff, finalize data-governance rules and develop AI guidance for departments.
Senate Committee on Agriculture and Environment, Senate, Legislative , Hawaii
HB 1020, HD1, to study carbon sequestration potential in underground water resources passed after chairs amended the bill to place lead responsibilities with the Department of Business, Economic Development & Tourism (DBEDT).
Senate Committee on Water and Land, Senate, Legislative , Hawaii
The Senate Committee on Water and Land on March 7 advised and consented to three nominees to the Hawaii Community Development Authority: Gerald Gardner (Kailua), Miki Ala Litstone (at‑large cultural specialist) and Deborah Kabibi (Pulehunui, Maui).
Senate Committee on Water and Land, Senate, Legislative , Hawaii
The Senate Committee on Water and Land on March 7 voted to pass five concurrent resolutions authorizing nonexclusive easements over portions of state submerged lands to allow public agencies to use, repair and maintain shoreline protection features and stormwater infrastructure.
Hayward City, Alameda County, California
Library leaders told the council the main branch and Weeks branch face ongoing safety and vandalism issues, demand for meeting and program space exceeds supply, and the downtown Heritage Plaza requires broader partnerships to program and maintain public space.
Finance, Senate, Committees, Legislative, New Mexico
CYFD asked the Legislature for $72.5 million in additional funding — $40.2 million recurring and $32.3 million nonrecurring — to meet remedial-order requirements and to expand staffing, foster-care supports and data capacity.
Wichita County, Texas
County human-resources and insurance staff reviewed the 2025 property-insurance renewal questionnaire, discussed how equipment and towers are listed, and asked commissioners to review a spreadsheet and return edits before the end of March.
Senate Committee on Agriculture and Environment, Senate, Legislative , Hawaii
Committees passed House Bill 751, HD2, to set statewide organic-waste diversion goals but excluded compostable food packaging from the organic waste definition and deferred the effective date amid PFAS testing concerns.
Adams County, Wisconsin
Supervisors questioned a discrepancy in the treasurer’s report tied to PMA/Prevail investment figures; treasurer said she will work with the finance director to correct the report and requested training on pulling PMA/Prevail data.
Hundreds of people gathered Friday at the Utah State Capitol to protest legislation passed by the Utah Legislature that specifies which flags may be flown at government buildings and on K–12 and higher-education campuses.
TAOS MUNICIPAL SCHOOLS, School Districts, New Mexico
The board approved the meeting agenda, consent agenda and a conflict‑of‑interest form for a coach/vendor; members also approved a five‑minute recess. Votes were recorded as passed; roll calls and seconds were recorded on the audio transcript.
Finance, Senate, Committees, Legislative, New Mexico
Senate Finance held a hearing on a bill to require courts to appoint independent financial advisers (guardian ad litem) when approving transfers of structured-settlement payment streams. Committee debate focused on consumer protection versus court intrusion. The committee recorded a tie vote on the do-pass motion.
Senate Committee on Agriculture and Environment, Senate, Legislative , Hawaii
Senators passed House Bill 242, HD1, advancing requirements for a working group and a reporting deadline after adopting Department of Health and industry-suggested amendments.
TAOS MUNICIPAL SCHOOLS, School Districts, New Mexico
A Stifel bond advisor told the board Taos’ assessed valuation supports substantial bonding capacity (roughly $72.5 million after outstanding debt) and recommended updating the facilities master plan, engaging the public and considering a November election or later option tied to mill‑levy waiver discussions.
Carroll County, New Hampshire
After subcommittee review and debate, the delegation adopted outside‑agency appropriations of $530,500 with adjustments to several nonprofits' requests, including a reduced recommendation for White Horse Recovery Agency.
Wichita County, Texas
During the regular-bills review, staff pointed out a $1.2 million bond payment in the batch and commissioners questioned the county's fund balance and a large Atmos gas bill for jail and LEC operations.
Finance, Senate, Committees, Legislative, New Mexico
Senate Finance advanced a proposal to create a state-run medical psilocybin program, voting to recommend passage of the Senate Judiciary Committee substitute for Senate Bill 219 by a 7-3 committee vote.
Adams County, Wisconsin
At a regular Adams County Board meeting supervisors approved the agenda and February 7 minutes, and voted to convene a closed session to discuss the county administrator's contract under state open‑meeting law.
Hayward City, Alameda County, California
Interim Fire Chief Paul Bulmer told the retreat increasing wildfire and earthquake risk require added emergency management capacity, more coordination for community resilience and continued investments in reservoirs, pumps and backup power for hillside water supply.
Honolulu City, Honolulu County, Hawaii
Director Kurt Lager presented the first Ocean Safety Department budget as a standalone agency, asking for more lifeguard towers, replacement jet skis and vehicles, and a mix of 10 full‑time and 23 contract lifeguard positions to expand coverage and support a new Kailua facility nearing completion.
Judiciary, House of Representatives, Committees, Legislative, New Mexico
The committee recommended a do-pass on House Bill 366 to add veterinarians to the statutory list of health care practitioners; sponsor said the change could make veterinarians eligible for certain workforce and tax provisions and support rural retention.
Torrance City, Los Angeles County, California
Mayor Pro Tem Dr. Jeremy Gerson recapped a Torrance Unified School District College and Career Fair, named colleges and programs in attendance, and encouraged residents to stay involved through local alerts and the My Torrance CA app.
TAOS MUNICIPAL SCHOOLS, School Districts, New Mexico
Associate Superintendent and federal program staff summarized Title I/II/III, Perkins, GEAR UP and ARP/ESSER expenditures, and reported a $250,000 reduction in the federal Full Service Community Schools allocation this year while carryover remains to spend.
Wichita County, Texas
County staff reported the jail remains short about 16 positions and commissioners raised questions about overtime costs and housing of out-of-county inmates under intercounty contracts.
Office of the Governor, Executive , Massachusetts
Lieutenant Governor Kim Driscoll and state officials announced that Covington will receive a $400,000 Rural Development Fund grant to rehabilitate its former school into town offices, a food incubator and community space, one of 49 awards totaling $10 million to support rural projects across the Commonwealth.
Honolulu City, Honolulu County, Hawaii
Fire Chief Kalani Hall presented a FY 2026 request that includes funding for apparatus replacements (engines and aerials), station repairs and generators, training equipment and modest staffing additions; the department expects to use a mix of CIP and operating funds for rolling replacements.
Carroll County, New Hampshire
Delegates approved Mountain View's 2025 operating budget and related revenue and capital requests after administrators described staffing, retention and revenue mix changes that drove the request.
Judiciary, House of Representatives, Committees, Legislative, New Mexico
The committee recommended a do-pass on House Bill 269 as amended, which would allow New Mexico home-health agencies to use open electronic visit verification (EVV) systems and data aggregators rather than a state-mandated closed platform, with supporters saying the change will reduce administrative burden and improve access in rural areas.
Wichita County, Texas
Chief Deputy Will Rutledge briefed the Commissioners Court on maintenance work at the Law Enforcement Center and county jail including gate roller replacements, HVAC filter changes, camera installations and dozens of current work orders.
TAOS MUNICIPAL SCHOOLS, School Districts, New Mexico
Taos lost a sizable share of student transportation allocation after a statewide funding formula change. The district reported a roughly $400,000 funding gap and outlined options including route efficiency, driver recruitment and pilot incentives to rebuild ridership.
Honolulu City, Honolulu County, Hawaii
Chief Arthur Logan told the Budget Committee the Honolulu Police Department’s proposed 2026 budget is about $390.5 million, with major equipment asks for P25 radio replacement and vehicle turnover. The department also emphasized recruiting and retention as top priorities and outlined recruitment channels and incentive payouts to date.
Santa Fe County, New Mexico
Santa Fe County officials said autopsies show 65-year-old Betsy Hackman died of hantavirus pulmonary syndrome and 95-year-old Gene Hackman died of heart disease; investigators say the cases are not criminal, and public-health follow-up is underway.
Judiciary, House of Representatives, Committees, Legislative, New Mexico
The House Judiciary Committee gave a do-pass recommendation to House Bill 244, which raises the minimum age for magistrate judges from 18 to 28 and applies to elected or appointed positions, with broad support from the Magistrate Judges Association and the New Mexico Supreme Court.
Hayward City, Alameda County, California
Police Chief reported staffing and retention pressures, CALEA accreditation process, murder case solvability and expansion of mental‑health and regional data‑sharing programs at the strategic roadmap retreat.
TAOS MUNICIPAL SCHOOLS, School Districts, New Mexico
Student Nutrition Supervisor Christina Duran told trustees that the district’s cafeteria program is running a projected deficit; food service expenditures exceed current projected reimbursements, and the department and board discussed immediate fixes and longer‑term operational changes.
United Nations, Federal
At a U.N. briefing ahead of International Women’s Day, Education Cannot Wait Executive Director Yasmin Sharif and film co-producer Elaha Mahboob highlighted a new movie about Afghanistan’s girls robotics team and urged renewed funding for a $30 million multi‑year program that supports girls’ education in Afghanistan through 2026.
United Nations, Federal
An unidentified staff member said increasing the number of women in United Nations peacekeeping roles improves work environments, builds local trust and strengthens conduct and discipline, but noted senior female officers remain scarce and that changes depend on troop- and police-contributing countries.
Honolulu City, Honolulu County, Hawaii
Director designee James Ireland told the Budget Committee the department’s 2026 request includes money for 11 ambulance remounts, one additional 12‑hour ambulance unit, capital work at Kahuku and Waipio and a continuing transition of CORE positions from federal contracts into city-funded roles and civil service.
Calaveras County, California
County staff updated the COG on recent bridge completions and ongoing projects, said the RSSA project is on hold pending redesign, and warned that winter weather has delayed construction work with possible schedule impacts to spring and fall milestones.
Fishery Management Council, Pacific, Governor's Office - Boards & Commissions, Executive, Washington
The Northwest Fisheries Science Center told the Pacific Fishery Management Council on March 20 that 2025 survey plans include a new integrated West Coast pelagic survey using both U.S. and Canadian ships and a new multifunction trawl system, but the center warned that budget and staffing uncertainty could delay survey and stock‑assessment deliverables.
Carroll County, New Hampshire
The Carroll County Delegation approved operating budgets, outside‑agency funding and supplemental appropriations in a packed meeting that cleared the Mountain View nursing home budget, a $530,500 outside‑agency package and an additional $230,000 for jail medical costs.
Judiciary, House of Representatives, Committees, Legislative, New Mexico
The House Judiciary Committee voted to give House Bill 428 a ‘do pass’ recommendation after adopting an amendment that narrows public-notice requirements and exempts specific institutional-security procedures from public rulemaking for the New Mexico Corrections Department.
TAOS MUNICIPAL SCHOOLS, School Districts, New Mexico
Director of Finance Tanya Maestas walked the board through New Mexico’s budget cycle, the State Equalization Guarantee (SEG) formula and the district’s internal budget calendar, including a tentative May 9 submission deadline to the Public Education Department.
Lakewood, Pierce County, Washington
City of Lakewood officials held a neighborhood meeting to discuss a pilot project to improve one street-end site for public waterfront access, focusing on ADA access, shoreline protection, maintenance and parking; residents raised concerns about driveways, fencing, dogs and erosion.
Hayward City, Alameda County, California
Public Works said it completed 15 miles of pavement work and raised the city's pavement condition index, described multi‑million‑dollar water and wastewater projects under design, and outlined a new electric vehicle charging pilot and downtown parking adjustments.
Calaveras County, California
Acting planning deputy Nagoya Vonsan briefed the Calaveras County COG on state and federal funding opportunities including a California Transportation Commission allocation, Department of Energy and California Energy Commission solicitations, and local fixes for flashing speed signs on State Route 4 near Murphys.
Fishery Management Council, Pacific, Governor's Office - Boards & Commissions, Executive, Washington
NOAA Fisheries presented a biological opinion March 20 on the Pacific Coast groundfish fishery that concluded the action is not likely to jeopardize the Mainland Mexico or Central America humpback whale DPSs or leatherback sea turtles; the agency outlined anticipated takes, monitoring terms and discretionary mitigation recommendations.
Energy, Environment & Natural Resources, House of Representatives, Committees, Legislative, New Mexico
Lawmakers advanced a statutory grid-modernization roadmap that formalizes coordination between the Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department and the Public Regulation Commission, adds schools to grant eligibility and broadens the definition of grid modernization to include capacity increases and AI tools to detect methane leaks.
Pomona Unified, School Districts, California
The Board of Education approved Resolution No. 20 (2024-25) to eliminate or reduce classified positions; Human Resources said no CSEA members would be separated though some employees could face minor demotions.
Pomona Unified, School Districts, California
District staff outlined a proposed list of projects tied to the $385 million Measure UU bond, explained timelines tied to State Architect reviews, described remaining balances from prior bonds and state reimbursements, and sought board feedback on priorities.
Fishery Management Council, Pacific, Governor's Office - Boards & Commissions, Executive, Washington
California Current ecosystem scientists told the Pacific Fishery Management Council on March 20 that a strong 2023–24 El Niño delayed spring upwelling but that rapid, strong upwelling later in 2024 supported a diverse prey base and improved many nearshore conditions while offshore marine heat and harmful algal blooms continued to cause fisheries and wildlife impacts.
United Nations, Federal
In remarks recorded in the meeting transcript, a commenter said conflict in South Sudan reduces access to education, health and economic opportunities and that women and children are among the most affected. The commenter urged that programs target women and youth and avoid treating women only as victims.
Calaveras County, California
The Calaveras County Council of Governments approved a draft FY25-26 operations budget, adopted a draft overall work program for regional planning and appointed an ad hoc committee to negotiate the executive director's contract. Votes on the items were unanimous.
Events, Nevada
Residents raised neighborhood cleanup, growing homeless encampments near Quartz and Stella, scams targeting seniors and middle‑school promotion ceremonies at the March 3 Sun Valley Citizens Advisory Board meeting. The board approved February minutes with corrections and moved two agenda items to next month.
Senate, Legislative, New Mexico
The Senate Taxation & Revenue Committee handled multiple bills in a single hearing. Several passed with committee recommendations: bills ranged from protecting autopsy photos to expanding film‑project loans and raising procurement caps for public projects. This roundup lists each bill, the committee's action and key details from testimony.
Energy, Environment & Natural Resources, House of Representatives, Committees, Legislative, New Mexico
Lawmakers advanced Senate Bill 48, creating a nonrecurring community benefit fund to finance local projects aimed at climate mitigation, adaptation and workforce training; supporters said the measure will direct grants through existing state agencies while opponents including oil-and-gas interests warned of economic risks.
DEER PARK ISD, School Districts, Texas
Board members and the facilities advisory committee discussed a four‑year capital levy, purchase of land for transportation, and a proposed timeline that combines requirements/design work with later bond decisions. A public work session was scheduled to continue the discussion.
Events, Nevada
The Spanish Springs Citizens Advisory Board approved the minutes of its Feb. 5 meeting and later approved a motion to adjourn; both motions were made and seconded though the transcript did not record individual mover/second names.
Public Employees Benefits Program Board Meeting, Executive Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Nevada
Stacy Weeks, administrator for the proposed Nevada Health Authority, presented an informational briefing to the Public Employees Benefits Program (PEBP) board describing a proposed central purchasing and analytic authority that would include an all‑payer claims database and the state’s insurance exchange.
Events, Nevada
RTC officials told the Sun Valley Citizens Advisory Board that Route 5 is one of the region’s busiest non-BRT lines, described electric and hydrogen bus deployment, and outlined Sun Valley Boulevard improvement plans that rely on federal/state grants and developer contributions.
Public Employees Benefits Program Board Meeting, Executive Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Nevada
The Public Employees Benefits Program (PEBP) board discussed a list of 2025 legislative proposals that staff say could affect plan operations and costs, with public commenters urging the board to oppose two PEBP-sponsored bills and back a bill to restore retiree health subsidies.
Senate, Legislative, New Mexico
The Children, Youth & Families Department requested $72.5 million (recurring and nonrecurring) to implement remedial orders in the federal Kevin S. case, including new case aides, training, foster‑parent stipend increases and data staffing. Committee members sought comparisons, vacancy details and how federal draws affect the shortfall.
Hayward City, Alameda County, California
City leaders and department heads used a March 8 strategic roadmap retreat to review midyear accomplishments, a forthcoming public project dashboard and a two‑session process for setting council priorities and the FY26 budget direction.
Events, Nevada
Officials from the Reno‑Sparks Indian Colony described the tribe's history, land holdings and a draft comprehensive plan that addresses Hungry Valley access, OHV route management, cultural-resource consultation and options to strengthen federal protection for public lands.
Events, Nevada
Washoe County emergency management described alerting tools, perimeter mapping and a donor-funded countywide evacuation study during a March 3 Sun Valley Citizens Advisory Board meeting, and urged residents to sign up for Smart911.
Appropriations & Finance, House of Representatives, Committees, Legislative, New Mexico
The House Appropriations & Finance Committee on a 15-1 vote approved a committee substitute to House Bill 73 that would allow sexual-assault survivors abused as children to file civil claims until their 58th birthday and would open a three-year look-back window after the bill’s effective date.
Colfax County, New Mexico
The Colfax County Lodgers' Tax Committee postponed consideration of a $12,000 radio advertising proposal after the applicant experienced audio problems and members requested more information about missing application pages, who will create ad content, and listener reach and tracking.
DEER PARK ISD, School Districts, Texas
The board voted to censure Director Jerry (Gerald) F. Ashby for alleged misuse of district letterhead and other policy violations, and approved updated board operating protocols and nondiscrimination policies. Ashby opposed the censure and read a rebuttal on the record.
Senate, Legislative, New Mexico
Senate Bill 413 would raise the statutory cap on severance tax permanent fund investments in private equity from 11% to 14% to make more dollars available for investment in New Mexico companies and private equity funds; committee approved the measure 5–4 after debate over past investment performance, local job retention and safeguards.
House Committee on Agriculture & Food Systems, House of Representatives, Legislative , Hawaii
The committee adopted a House Draft of SB1023 SD1 creating a spay-and-neuter special fund but took DOTAX and Department of Budget & Finance comments and directed changes to explore county-level administration and other funding mechanisms; technical amendments and a new effective date were ordered.
Springfield City, Hampden County, Massachusetts
Members of the Springfield City Licensing Commission discussed confusion over whether planning special permits permit class 3 (junkyard) auto licenses at specific locations and asked staff and zoning to coordinate to prevent inappropriate license listings on agendas.
Events, Nevada
At a Spanish Springs Citizens Advisory Board meeting, a sheriff's office sergeant gave monthly public-safety statistics and urged residents to report target shooting and illegal dumping; a resident described ricochets and widespread trash from target shooters in nearby BLM land.
Events, Nevada
Washoe County officials and the Sun Valley General Improvement District outlined which agencies own and maintain fire hydrants, described routine and major repairs, and urged residents to report problems via 311 after a community briefing in Sun Valley March 3.
Other Public Meetings, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma
Summary of formal motions and outcomes from the COPTA meeting, including resolutions, procurement authorizations and routine approvals recorded as passed by electronic vote.
DEER PARK ISD, School Districts, Texas
Deer Park High School administrators Troy and Chad presented a plan emphasizing teacher collaboration, common assessments, a new phone and hall‑pass system, targeted interventions and expanded college‑credit classes.
Senate, Legislative, New Mexico
A proposed bill to require court‑appointed financial advisers to review structured‑settlement buyout offers resulted in a tie vote in the Senate Finance Committee. Sponsors said the measure aims to protect recipients from low‑value lump‑sum offers from purchasers; supporters and disability‑advocates urged court safeguards.
Other Public Meetings, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma
A representative from the Alliance for Public Transportation asked Embark to engage Midwest City, Oklahoma County and Rose State on possible route consolidations or frequency increases for Routes 15 and 19, citing long headways and rider impacts.
Other Public Meetings, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma
Board authorized staff to advertise for bids for parking garage inspections and repairs after engineering recommendations; trustees also approved a five-year lease renewal for a small lot and heard a parking-services report that included transfer of the Skywalk to the public property authority.
Other Public Meetings, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma
The trustees voted to adopt the 2025 Title VI program update required by the Federal Transit Administration; staff summarized analysis of recent service changes and required mitigation steps for major changes.
Other Public Meetings, Oklahoma City, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma
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House Committee on Agriculture & Food Systems, House of Representatives, Legislative , Hawaii
Decision making on the special purpose revenue bond request for Aloon Kauai Farming was deferred to allow committee follow-up with the Attorney General’s Office; the committee scheduled decision making for March 12.
Senate, Legislative, New Mexico
Senate bill 318 would amend the state Unfair Practices Act to add certain firearms, accessories and conversion devices to the statute’s unfair‑trade provisions; sponsors say the change lets New Mexicans sue manufacturers who knowingly market conversion‑capable parts into the state market, industry groups call the language broad and vague.
Springfield City, Hampden County, Massachusetts
The Springfield City Licensing Commission unanimously approved a DBA change for a liquor store, approved corrected meeting minutes and voted to take no action on two incident reports involving arrests outside local bars.
Department of Health Care Access and Information, Agencies under Office of the Governor, Executive, California
The Department of Health Care Access and Information on Thursday rolled out an automated Seismic Compliance Plan application and a separate delay application tied to Assembly Bill 869, and published PIN 80 and accompanying regulations filed Feb. 27 that HCAI said become effective Mar. 29, 2025.
House Committee on Agriculture & Food Systems, House of Representatives, Legislative , Hawaii
SB448 SD1, authorizing funds for ADC to acquire a conservation easement on agricultural land in Central Oahu, was advanced to a house draft with technical edits and clarified title language to specify "agricultural lands."
Limestone County, Alabama
The Limestone County Commission carried a package of routine fiscal, personnel and procurement motions at its meeting, approving $2,889,978.59 in claims, acceptance of a $97,552.57 grant for the sheriff's office, a resolution to sell a county-interest parcel on Plato Jones Street, bid awards for a project identified as "Project Fox," staffing-plan changes and a two-lot subdivision.
MIDDLETOWN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
At its March 6 meeting the Middletown Board approved agenda items including personnel memoranda, financial items, the 2025'26 instructional calendar and emergency repairs; the board adopted Policy 8260 (Title I Parent and Family Engagement) after a motion to waive reading, with one board member recorded as opposed.
Fishery Management Council, Pacific, Governor's Office - Boards & Commissions, Executive, Washington
At the Pacific Fishery Management Council’s meeting, staff and advisory panels discussed the 2025 Pacific whiting fishery, emphasizing timing issues with the U.S.–Canada Joint Management Committee, the role of at‑sea set‑asides for non‑target mortality, and concerns about recent set‑aside exceedances. Advisory bodies urged stronger in‑season coop
Senate, Legislative, New Mexico
Senate Bill 93, which would have explicitly funded out‑of‑school programs (tutoring, transportation, Boys & Girls Club support), was tabled in the Senate Finance Committee on the grounds that the appropriation language is already in the budget.
House Committee on Agriculture & Food Systems, House of Representatives, Legislative , Hawaii
SB1186 SD2, which would establish a statewide interagency food-systems coordination team and a working group at the Agribusiness Development Corporation, advanced with amendments; the committee asked that the House Draft include a placeholder for one FTE and noted DBEDT/ADC recommended one position to support commodity mapping.
MIDDLETOWN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
District officials reported 265 children enrolled in UPK for 2024'25 (41 half-day, 224 full-day), described registration and RFP timelines for 2025'26, and asked local providers to submit proposals by May 2.
Respiratory Care Board of California, Boards and Commissions, Executive, California
Board members, the accreditor and representatives of colleges and associations discussed program naming, whether an entry‑level doctorate should be the standard, and how California’s requirements compare to other states. Stakeholders urged more outreach and a clear path for public understanding.
Department of Homeland Security
During the meeting's public comment period two speakers praised former President Donald Trump's border policy and urged aggressive deportation and prosecution of unauthorized migrants.
Fishery Management Council, Pacific, Governor's Office - Boards & Commissions, Executive, Washington
The Pacific Fishery Management Council on its marine planning agenda paused further work on a council-developed cumulative impacts framework and told staff to review a California Energy Commission draft identifying "suitable sea space" for wave and tidal energy before deciding whether to send comments.
Ithaca City, Tompkins County, New York
Finger Lakes Reuse told the IURA its REMAP (Reuse Materials Access Program) refers clients through 40+ partner agencies, issues gift cards of $180–$360 and provides free local delivery; the program covers roughly half its costs from store sales and requests IURA support to keep pace with rising demand.
Lebanon, Wilson County, Tennessee
At a special-called meeting, the Lebanon City Council approved amendments to the sign code and new rules for specialty smoke and vape shops, adopted a pedestrian priorities plan and approved three consent-contract items; councilors said staff will notify businesses and pursue enforcement where allowed.
Senate, Legislative, New Mexico
Representative Christine Chandler told the Senate Taxation & Revenue Committee the House substitute for HB 11 would create a state leave fund and a separate Welcome Child rebate; after hours of public comment the committee voted 6–4 to give the substitute a do‑pass recommendation.
House Committee on Agriculture & Food Systems, House of Representatives, Legislative , Hawaii
The committee approved a house draft of SB552 SD1 establishing a Healthy Soils program, decided to retain the program within the Department of Agriculture, and asked the committee report to note consideration of raising the requested appropriation amid federal funding uncertainty.
MIDDLETOWN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
District elementary leaders presented midyear "legacy plans" focused on attendance incentives, literacy and Spanish-language arts, social-emotional programs, assistive communication devices and outreach activities aimed at raising engagement across K'5.
Senate, Legislative, New Mexico
Senate Bill 252, as amended, clarified the telehealth statute so licensed master's‑level social workers (and other categories cited) can provide telehealth services statewide; bill passed 34–0 after a technical floor amendment.
Senate, Legislative, New Mexico
Senate Bill 10, the Anti‑Hazing Act for higher education, prompted testimony on criminal penalties and institutional reporting; supporters urged mandatory education and reporting, while civil‑liberties advocates urged noncriminal interventions. The committee did not advance the bill and recorded no final vote.
Palm Beach County, Florida
At its March 6, 2025 meeting, the Palm Beach County Commission on Ethics elected Commissioner Michael Bridal as chair and Commissioner Peter Cruz as vice chair by voice vote; the commission also approved minutes from Feb. 6, 2025 and recorded a process advisory opinion (RQO 25-003).
Golf Manor Village, Hamilton County, Ohio
At a Golf Manor Village Council meeting, staff members said they located boxes of archived council minutes covering 2000–2009 and lists for 2014–2015 but found some storage boxes damaged; staff recommended emailing a colleague named Rob and checking online minutes while they inspect the basement.
House Committee on Agriculture & Food Systems, House of Representatives, Legislative , Hawaii
The House Committee on Agriculture & Food Systems voted to pass SB693 SD1 with amendments to continue the state's food-hub pilot program and asked that the committee report note a $1.5 million funding request for finance committee consideration.
Senate, Legislative, New Mexico
Senate Finance Committee members voted to advance the Senate Judiciary committee substitute for Senate Bill 219, which would create a state‑regulated medical psilocybin program for four initial behavioral‑health conditions and authorize the Department of Health to set licensing, production and treatment rules.
Board of Education, Elected Officials, Organizations, Executive, Nebraska
At the March 7 meeting the board adopted the consent agenda (with item 6.7b removed), authorized several contracts and grants — including an agriculture/FFA contract amendment, a USDOE Stronger Connections grant (passed with one no), Farm to School expansion funds, a QuestionPro contract, and approvals of multiple pilot processes — and approved a DHHS tobacco‑prevention subgrant 7–1.
Golf Manor Village, Hamilton County, Ohio
Staff reviewed an employee payroll spreadsheet, identified longevity-pay coding errors and discussed pension pickup costs; they also flagged recreation volunteer and staffing needs for July. No formal votes or public actions were recorded.
Respiratory Care Board of California, Boards and Commissions, Executive, California
The Accreditation Commission for Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine outlined its 2024–24 program-naming policy, English-language proficiency requirements for students, and its distance-education accreditation process after pandemic flexibilities ended on Oct. 7, 2023.
Senate, Legislative, New Mexico
Senate Bill 39, as amended, removes preauthorization requirements for certain treatments for rare diseases (defined on the floor as affecting fewer than 200,000 people in the U.S.), intending to speed access; the sponsor moved passage on the floor (vote tally not specified in transcript).
Town of Greenwich, Fairfield, Connecticut
First Selectman Fred Camillo and Selectwoman Lauren Rabin briefed the board on a range of town matters, including a WestCOG allocation for a North Street project, a grant program for repetitive-loss properties, a unanimous health board vote on a dog park in Byram and plans for veterans-focused projects.
MIDDLETOWN CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
Superintendent Amy Green and district staff outlined a proposed 2025–26 budget that includes administrative and benefits increases, capital projects across elementary and secondary schools, and a recommendation to transfer $9.5 million into the capital reserve related to the Twin Towers project.
Senate, Legislative, New Mexico
Senate Bill 375 would eliminate parole fees, introduce larger good-time incentives for nonviolent offenders, and change how good time is calculated and administered. The Sentencing Commission gave unanimous support and the committee voted to pass.
Board of Education, Elected Officials, Organizations, Executive, Nebraska
Commissioner Maher reviewed recent outreach, legislative testimony in support of LB 11 (NSIRS funding), literacy investments of $1.8 million per year for three years, federal monitoring steps, and said he has offered the deputy commissioner role to Jane Stavem, citing her K–12 leadership and elementary experience.
Respiratory Care Board of California, Boards and Commissions, Executive, California
The board reported progress on its licensing/connect system: new online features for status changes, replacement pocket licenses, adoption rates around 75% for online licensing, and plans to develop an enforcement module and CE audit capability.
Senate, Legislative, New Mexico
Senate Bill 480 directs the Public Education Department to create an annual directory of students who were in high school during the last four years and did not graduate; the list will be available to higher education, adult education and workforce providers to improve outreach. Passed unanimously 36–0.
Senate, Legislative, New Mexico
Lawmakers approved a committee substitute for a multistate social-work licensure compact after adopting several amendments to address New Mexico legal and policy concerns, including removal of qualified-immunity language and venue changes.
Clayton City Council, Clayton, Montgomery County, Ohio
The Clayton City Council approved rezoning 83.10 acres near Sweet Potato Ridge Road and Main Street to a planned development district for the proposed Warner Village, amid public comment about school capacity, a proposed TIF, farmland preservation and rental-unit impacts. Council also acted on a concrete work contract and two board appointments.
Town of Greenwich, Fairfield, Connecticut
Board heard a first read of proposed 2025 outdoor dining guidelines. Staff recommended shortening the season to run from just before Memorial Day to mid-October and phasing in an increase to barrier costs; a second read is scheduled for March 13.
Board of Education, Elected Officials, Organizations, Executive, Nebraska
University theater professors and education leaders told the board restoring a subject endorsement for theater and speech would strengthen teacher preparation, fill open secondary positions and boost student opportunities; presenters urged rule changes to allow secondary ed majors to earn a subject endorsement rather than only a supplemental endorsement.
Scott County, Kentucky
Magistrate Rob Jones and other court members discussed the rising number of out-of-county prisoner transfers and the county's cost for housing inmates outside Scott County; Jones said the practice appears to cost over $600,000 a year and asked staff to examine contracts and alternatives.
Senate, Legislative, New Mexico
Senate Bill 81 was amended and passed with an emergency clause to raise FAIR plan residential limits to $750,000 (commercial $2,000,000) and to change board appointment rules aimed at making the insurance pool more actuarially sound after wildfire‑related cancellations and coverage gaps. Vote: 34–1.
United Nations, Federal
A staff member reported that over 63,000 people have crossed into Burundi from Eastern Nyarokongo, describing the movement as the largest influx the country has seen in decades and saying humanitarian agencies are working to register and move people to refugee sites.
Senate, Legislative, New Mexico
Lawmakers voted to give due‑pass recommendations to two bills that revise gaming machine standards and expand background‑check authority for gaming contractors and applicants, citing a Department of Justice audit that required statutory changes.
Town of Greenwich, Fairfield, Connecticut
At the Feb. 27 Town of Greenwich Board of Selectmen meeting, members approved routine minutes, unanimously approved a request to raise a commemorative Vietnam War Veterans flag on March 29 and confirmed four appointments to town boards and commissions.
Kewaunee County, Wisconsin
Kewaunee County officials discussed whether to keep the existing single/family plan structure or explore alternate plan designs — including employee plus-one — and asked benefits staff and consultant to provide options and estimated costs before August decisions.
Board of Education, Elected Officials, Organizations, Executive, Nebraska
Board members debated whether individual board members should testify or send communications on education bills without disclaimers, with Attorney General guidance referenced and a requirement emphasized that written communications include a disclaimer noting views are personal. The exchange grew heated, with mutual accusations about changing long-standing norms.
Senate, Legislative, New Mexico
The Senate passed a bill requiring dispatchers to notify state police so the state police can issue a mission number before volunteer search‑and‑rescue organizations are dispatched; supporters said the change will speed lifesaving responses, while critics said the bill lacks accountability and enforcement mechanisms. Vote: 31–3.
Respiratory Care Board of California, Boards and Commissions, Executive, California
Enforcement reported 19 complaints received in the quarter, 43 investigations closed and 313 pending cases; board members and public urged more outreach and complaint-driven enforcement for the wall-license posting requirement.
Anchorage Municipality, Alaska
Debbie Oceander, interim chair of the Chugiak-Eagle River Advisory Board, convened public comment on a proposed Eklutna tribal casino after residents and plaintiffs described ongoing construction, persistent generator and equipment noise, heavy truck hauling, and raised legal questions about tribal jurisdiction and resource impacts.
Kennedale, Tarrant County, Texas
Council prioritized partnership work including moving the YMCA into a city facility, joint meetings with the school district and a planned outreach to local churches and nonprofits.
Scott County, Kentucky
Chase Azevedo, general manager of Georgetown Municipal Water & Sewer (GMWSS), told the Scott County Fiscal Court that the South Sewer Extension and related system upgrades now total about $23 million, the planned Southside water storage and distribution project is estimated at about $12.5 million (including a $5 million state grant), and planning is underway for northern sewer improvements that could cost $25–$30 million to build.
Respiratory Care Board of California, Boards and Commissions, Executive, California
Board staff disclosed a miscalculation in its licensing counts, reported quarterly license statistics, and told the board a rulemaking package to create a retired license status is underway. Members and public speakers urged clearer outreach about the wall license requirement and better data transparency.
Kennedale, Tarrant County, Texas
Council discussed recruiting destination businesses and leveraging assets such as race events and a local distillery to shift tax burden toward commercial activity and increase local sales tax revenue.
Senate, Legislative, New Mexico
The New Mexico Senate passed a bill to create a strategic economic development site‑readiness program, including a $24 million site‑readiness fund and an advisory board; the bill passed 37–2 after floor amendment adding tribal inclusion.
Kewaunee County, Wisconsin
Kewaunee County committee members paused action on selling a 1‑acre, landlocked parcel in the Town of Lincoln and directed staff to investigate access/easement questions before any sale.
Senate, Legislative, New Mexico
Senate Bill 14, a measure to expand state review of hospital and health-care acquisitions, drew lengthy testimony from hospitals, providers and patient advocates and failed a committee due‑pass motion after amendments and debate.
Senate, Legislative, New Mexico
Lawmakers and medical providers debated Senate Bill 78, which would codify independent practice and prescriptive authority for certified registered nurse anesthetists (CRNAs). Supporters said the change would stabilize rural anesthesia care; some committee members questioned whether anesthesia work can truly be independent.
Scott County, Kentucky
The Bluegrass Area Development District presented a federally funded Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) project to develop a regional safety action plan funded by federal and state sources; participation by Scott County would require signing a memorandum of agreement and would make $13,500 available to the county for staff costs.
Kennedale, Tarrant County, Texas
Council discussion singled out Old School Road and other thoroughfare projects; staff was asked to pursue interlocal funding agreements and to present prioritized resurfacing and bridge work.
Sacramento County, California
Staff briefed the Sacramento Metropolitan Cable Television Commission on a $6.3 million projection for per-capita distributions, anticipated use of reserves, and the legal exemption that currently excludes streaming services from franchise/PEG fee obligations.
Respiratory Care Board of California, Boards and Commissions, Executive, California
The board’s budget office told the California Acupuncture Board on March 7 that the fund is projected to remain healthy with roughly 16 months in reserve, but staff warned salary and statewide budget reductions could increase costs in coming years.
House of Representatives, Legislative, New Mexico
House committee passed Senate Bill 142 to codify a grid modernization roadmap, expand grant eligibility to school districts and charter schools, and direct greater coordination between the Energy, Minerals and Natural Resources Department and the Public Regulation Commission.
Kewaunee County, Wisconsin
The Kewaunee County Finance Committee approved $179,500 from the general fund to pay for design work on a proposed highway shop, accepted two human-services grant line items and approved supplemental payroll; members also heard monthly financial and solid-waste updates.
Kennedale, Tarrant County, Texas
Council members flagged aging pipes, stormwater costs and water storage as key infrastructure issues and directed staff to pursue audits and rate‑setting tied to assessed needs.
Sacramento County, California
Channel licensees updated the Sacramento Metropolitan Cable Television Commission on programming, community events and staffing; SECC announced a new executive director and large participation numbers for student competitions.
Kennedale, Tarrant County, Texas
Council discussion at the strategic workshop prioritized public‑safety infrastructure needs including a potential second fire station, an expanded police facility and expanded camera and equipment plans.
Building Code Council, Governor's Office - Boards & Commissions, Executive, Washington
The TAG considered a model-code edit that replaced the residential code's word "code" with "chapter" in the existing-buildings change-of-occupancy provision. After debate and a roll-call, the motion to replace the model-code wording with the prior 'code' phrasing failed; the TAG retained the model-code 'chapter' wording in the integrated draft.
Sacramento County, California
The commission approved scholarships for individuals and groups to receive equipment support, training and membership at Access Sacramento and related coursework.
Kennedale, Tarrant County, Texas
At a special two‑day council workshop, Kennedale leaders grouped and prioritized goals for the next decade, putting parks and trails, a multiuse civic center and a YMCA partnership at the top of the list.
Building Code Council, Governor's Office - Boards & Commissions, Executive, Washington
Staff told the executive committee it will refile lapsed emergency and expedited rulemakings (including a NAFED licensing rule and patio barbecue language in the IFC) and will align family-home childcare language across codes.
United Nations, Federal
A public commenter told the meeting that policy should explicitly promote inclusivity and equal opportunities for men and women, ask how it advances specific groups’ aspirations, and draw on global commitments to address group-specific needs and barriers.
Building Code Council, Governor's Office - Boards & Commissions, Executive, Washington
Washington State Energy Code commercial TAG members advanced a new C406 credit for induction cooktops, approved credits for peak-load reduction and for thermal‑imaging envelope testing, and voted to postpone several large credit‑table changes pending recalculation and written justification.
Honolulu City, Honolulu County, Hawaii
DPR and the Department of Design and Construction discussed timing and budgeting for major equipment and capital projects: procuring rear-loader trucks, reconciling operating vs CIP purchases, master agreements for pool replastering and higher-than-expected surf-rack costs driven by fire-suppression requirements.
Building Code Council, Governor's Office - Boards & Commissions, Executive, Washington
After editing the integrated draft during the meeting, the Residential Energy Code TAG voted to approve the document for the next stage of rulemaking and requested accompanying reports summarizing significant changes and state amendments. The TAG also voted to include the IECC 2024 appendices as the residential appendix reference.
United Nations, Federal
The United Nations Victims' Rights Advocate called for respect, assistance and accountability for victims and survivors of exploitation and abuse by United Nations and related personnel in remarks marking International Women's Day.
Honolulu City, Honolulu County, Hawaii
Director Laura Thielen told the Budget Committee the Department of Parks and Recreation improved hiring performance in FY24 and early FY25 and described outreach strategies. Members pressed the department on field permitting transparency, standards for community maintenance and the adopt-a-park program.
Building Code Council, Governor's Office - Boards & Commissions, Executive, Washington
The committee discussed starting Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI) code development before DNR finishes maps and before potential HB 1254 passes; DNR mapping timeline and local jurisdiction activity were raised.
Sacramento County, California
The Sacramento Metropolitan Cable Television Commission held its March 6 meeting, electing Ryan Brown as chair and Member Gatewood as vice chair, adopting a revised 2025 meeting calendar and approving a slate of media-training scholarships.
Honolulu City, Honolulu County, Hawaii
The Honolulu City Council Committee on Budget heard March 11 from Department of Parks and Recreation Director Laura Thielen who said the department's proposed fiscal 2026 operating budget totals about $118 million and includes three Tourism Accommodation Tax-funded initiatives to address wear from visitor use.
Building Code Council, Governor's Office - Boards & Commissions, Executive, Washington
The Residential Energy Code technical advisory group voted against adding the IECC 2024 Energy Rating Index compliance path to Washington's integrated draft, citing a lack of demonstrated equivalency to the state's existing credit-based approach.
Building Code Council, Governor's Office - Boards & Commissions, Executive, Washington
Executives discussed why the residential energy code is processed differently from other model codes, legal basis cited in RCW, and a recent residential tag vote to adopt the 2024 IECC unamended as a starting document.
Golf Manor Village, Hamilton County, Ohio
Meeting transcript contains brief, informal remarks about scaling "cylinders" for future events and the value of posting an application; no formal motions or votes were recorded in the provided segment.
Honolulu City, Honolulu County, Hawaii
The Honolulu City Council Budget Committee voted without objection to report out a ground-lease authorization and a bond-issuance resolution to support an affordable rental development in Ewa Beach developed by Komohale Westlock Venture LP and partners.
Honolulu City, Honolulu County, Hawaii
The Budget Committee resumed to hear the Department of Enterprise Services’ (DES) FY26 presentation, where Director Dita Hollyfield said DES is seeking a flat operating budget of $30,480,000, projected revenue gains, and several CIP projects aimed at safety, accessibility and infrastructure upgrades.
Honolulu City, Honolulu County, Hawaii
The Department of Human Resources presented a $8,662,835 fiscal‑year 2026 operating budget to the Honolulu City Council budget committee, outlined hiring progress and a $400,000 CIP design request, and described legal limits on retention pay tied to collective bargaining and a director-level shortage policy for hard‑to‑fill classes.
Senate Committee on Agriculture and Environment, Senate, Legislative , Hawaii
HB431, which would fund supportive housing, Ohana Zones and Kahale initiatives, won broad support from housing and social‑service groups; senators asked HHFDC and the Office on Homelessness for program and fiscal details before WAM review.
Senate Committee on Agriculture and Environment, Senate, Legislative , Hawaii
HB1427, a bill to fund avian influenza preparedness and response, drew protests and concerns about vaccine policy from community members but received technical support from the Department of Health and Department of Agriculture, which outlined depopulation protocols and the need for funding and coordination.
Senate Committee on Agriculture and Environment, Senate, Legislative , Hawaii
HB918 would require non‑flushable labeling for wipes; industry and wastewater stakeholders largely supported the measure, while the Department of Health urged funding for outreach and enforcement positions.