What happened on Sunday, 25 May 2025
High Springs, Alachua County, Florida
A Suwannee River Water Management District representative urged High Springs officials and residents to attend a July 1 watershed flood-risk review for updated Wakulla/Wakassassa maps; the stage permits public comment without engineering evidence and the DEP BMAP milestone requires additional measures by Jan. 14, 2026.
Rockingham County, New Hampshire
Revision Energy told the Rockingham County Board of Commissioners on May 22 that Eversource has unexpectedly reversed earlier interconnection findings and now requires a grounding transformer for the county’s new solar array, a change Revision said could add “low 6 figures” in rework costs and delay energizing the system by six to 12 months.
Peabody City, Essex County, Massachusetts
Peabody City Council approved a special permit allowing Dela Rosa Construction to replace a preexisting contractor shop with a two-family residential building at 58 Tremont Street, adding conditions to protect drainage, limit light pollution and require infrared utility placement as needed.
Trophy Club, Denton County, Texas
EDC members reviewed the draft final Grove at Trophy Club Small Area Plan, recommending edits on visual design, grammar, market analysis accuracy, and reduced emphasis on hiring consultants; staff will send consolidated comments to McAdams for a revised final prior to town council review in July.
Evanston, Cook County, Illinois
At the awards ceremony the Evanston Police Department presented citations and commendations recognizing lifesaving responses, felony investigations, narcotics enforcement, and the telecommunicators who aided a Chicago homicide investigation.
Sussex County, Delaware
After an executive session, the Sussex County governing body voted to authorize the county administrator to negotiate and potentially close on Parcel 2025 A; the motion was moved, seconded and carried by voice vote.
Capitola City, Santa Cruz County, California
Council members asked staff to return with an overview of the Castle mobile home park situation, possible tolling agreements and available city loan programs to help residents facing an early July deadline tied to RTC and developer negotiations.
Franklin City, Williamson County, Tennessee
The Franklin Municipal Planning Commission voted May 22 to recommend that the Board of Mayor and Aldermen approve Resolution 2025-37, extending vested rights for the Eastworks District PUD at 9009 Carothers Parkway by 18 months to allow the applicant time to secure permits and begin site work.
Jennings County School Corporation, School Boards, Indiana
Board approved a slate of professional and support staff recommendations and coach contracts, voting unanimously; the administration reported 13 certified staff on emergency permits as of May 2025.
Scranton, Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania
Council introduced a resolution to extend a contract with Kathleen M. Thomas, Esquire, for delinquent business privilege and mercantile tax collection and asked the administration for updated figures on annual collections; a public commenter asked about a payment to the U.S. Department of Revenue shown in the controller's report.
Los Banos, Merced County, California
The city adopted resolution 6,933 to formalize a memorandum of understanding with Grasslands Water District to operate a stormwater recharge basin east of town; staff said the basin could store roughly 500 acre‑feet and provide stormwater capture, flood control and recharge credits.
Village of Cross Plains, Dane County, Wisconsin
Village officials reported a sharp increase in police calls since 2019, described new officer training and multi-agency exercises, and said regional EMS governance and a costly village-hall project are under review.
Friendswood City, Galveston County, Texas
Friendswood City Council on May 2025 approved recommendations from the Planning & Zoning Commission to revise rules on temporary signage, expand screening discretion and stagger commission terms.
Marion, School Districts, Florida
The board reviewed procedures to hire a search firm, agreed to reuse and update the 2019 RFP, and asked purchasing to circulate draft schedule options and key dates; the procurement will include a cone-of-silence once published.
Wilkes-Barre, Luzerne County, Pennsylvania
Public commenters raised concerns about the stalled Sterling Lot redevelopment and pension-fund losses; Mayor George Brown said first-quarter pension losses reflected market conditions and that the new downtown hotel has financing and is not seeking KOZ benefits.
Sussex County, Delaware
Sussex County Council deferred decisions on a proposed 116-unit Creekside development on Banks Road after extended presentations and public opposition focused on resource buffers, runoff controls and traffic.
Peabody City, Essex County, Massachusetts
Council granted a special permit to 10 Monroe Realty LLC to build a 12-unit, two-story-over-parking multifamily project at 10-12 Monroe Street, requiring two affordable units, conservation compliance and other conditions; vote was 10-1.
Lewisville, Denton County, Texas
The finance team presented the FY25 midyear report covering revenues, expenditures and proposed midyear supplemental appropriations. Council approved the consent agenda, which included two bond‑ordinance parameter approvals (GO refunding and waterworks/sewer revenue bonds) and two landscaping alternative standards, all by unanimous votes.
Mineola, Nassau County, New York
At the May meeting, trustees approved payroll and bills, an ice‑cream truck permit for the season, standard workday reporting for elected and appointed officials, authorization for pool and park security services, job postings for Department of Public Works sanitation roles, and payment of 16 settled tax certiorari cases.
Williamson County, Illinois
Williamson County extended its disaster declaration, started an SBA application process that requires governor approval, and staff reported live self-assessment survey data and a newly formed long-term recovery group to match unmet needs with donated resources.
Sussex County, Delaware
After returning from executive session, Sussex County commissioners voted to give the county administrator authority to negotiate, enter into contract, and close or settle on Parcel 22025 B; the meeting did not disclose purchase price or seller.
High Springs, Alachua County, Florida
The City Commission approved a resolution authorizing an agreement with Gilchrist Law Firm PA for special magistrate services to process code enforcement and a small backlog of civil cases, including civil appeals tied to automated enforcement.
Milford City Council , Milford City, Clermont County, Ohio
Council passed Ordinance 25‑356 to terminate a prior purchase agreement for 25 Main Street and to re‑obtain ownership of the property for future economic‑development strategy. The action was approved unanimously.
Sussex County, Delaware
A conditional use allowing boat repair and storage on a 5.54-acre AR-1 parcel on Bethany Road (Route 17) was approved after the applicant and staff said work would occur inside existing buildings and no public opposition was recorded.
Jennings County School Corporation, School Boards, Indiana
Parents raised concerns about SRO interactions and classroom monitoring; the district read a new FAQ summarizing policies on bullying, mental-health response, reporting timelines and an upcoming Say Something reporting app.
Evanston, Cook County, Illinois
City Manager Luke Stowe told attendees at the Evanston Police Department awards ceremony that the city has gone over two years without a homicide, crediting multiple departments and units for the outcome.
Trophy Club, Denton County, Texas
EDC staff told the Economic Development Corporation that Cycle 1 of the Thrive Business Grant is underway with four projects (one inspected and approved), one Cycle 1 award was rescinded for missing paperwork, and outreach for Cycle 2 is under way with marketing and one new application submitted.
Peabody City, Essex County, Massachusetts
The council approved a special permit allowing a dog-training business to continue operating at 1 Sylvan Street with conditions, and later asked the city solicitor for guidance on implementing a new state requirement that broadly defines kennel licenses.
Capitola City, Santa Cruz County, California
Central Fire, Capitola Police and the Santa Cruz Office of Response, Recovery and Resilience outlined how a unified command operates, described mutual‑aid resources and urged residents to join CERT or other volunteer programs; chiefs also noted coordination needs around battery‑storage incidents raised during public comment.
Los Banos, Merced County, California
Public commenters and councilmembers pressed city leaders for action after a recent injury and ongoing hazards at a long-running homeless encampment; city manager and public safety officials said a community workshop will be scheduled and staff are pursuing removal of private portable units on a city lot.
Sussex County, Delaware
Sussex County extended its Unified Sanitary Sewer District to include two parcels fronting Route 13 proposed for the Bridgeville Warehouses project; a project owner updated council on development progress during the hearing.
High Springs, Alachua County, Florida
The High Springs City Commission unanimously adopted a parks and recreation master plan presented by GAI Consultants that sets short-, mid- and long-term priorities for park improvements, connectivity, lighting, programming and land acquisition to serve growing areas of the city.
Design Review Board Meetings, Knoxville City, Knox County, Tennessee
The Design Review Board approved three new one‑story houses at 920, 924 and 928 Texas Avenue, subject to conditions to revise front parking, provide rear decks on as‑built drawings, use appropriate foundation cladding, and adjust front porch column configuration on one house.
Scranton, Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania
Council members said a memorandum of agreement resolving firefighter residency requirements between the City of Scranton and International Association of Fire Fighters Local 60 was completed and filed with the council.
MASSAPEQUA UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
At the May 20 meeting the board approved agreements with Nassau BOCES for a Regional Summer School (Summer 2025) and a Twilight evening alternative high school (Sept 2025–June 2026), awarded the Birch Lane roof replacement to Long Island Roofing Corp, rescinded the AIMS Riviera trip contract, and accepted a $78 donation for the girls golf team.
Marion, School Districts, Florida
The Marion County School Board spent much of its May 22 work session reviewing a proposed Central Office Staffing Plan for 2025-26 after staff reported that the plan shows a $99 million all-funds cost and a net headcount decrease of 18 positions while general-fund costs rose compared with the prior adopted budget.
Wilkes-Barre, Luzerne County, Pennsylvania
A neighborhood-led proposal seeks to buy 64 West Ross from the Land Bank and turn it into a perennial flower garden and outdoor youth-education space; councilmembers said the Land Bank has final authority and indicated they will consider a resolution.
Mineola, Nassau County, New York
The Board of Trustees authorized Tom Savino, the village community development coordinator, to draft contracts and pursue engagement with trade professionals who responded to the village’s recent request for proposals for façade improvement work.
Lewisville, Denton County, Texas
Republic Services executives and operations managers told the council they brought in outside staff, added routes and supervisors, and are using truck cameras and GPS “breadcrumbs” to verify service after the city issued a cure letter over missed pickups. Residents pressed for better call‑center responsiveness and more proactive communication.
Western Placer Unified, School Districts, California
Trustees approved a tentative certificated bargaining agreement providing roughly 2% total salary increase, appointed Jim Haug as maintenance director and updated multiple salary schedules to reflect negotiated increases.
Marion, School Districts, Florida
At the May 22 work session MCPS presented its Comprehensive Mental Health Plan (required under the Marjory Stoneman Douglas Public Safety Act), proposed adding 17 school-based mental health positions, reported high rates of threat assessments this year and said 97% of staff had received youth mental-health first-aid training.
Sussex County, Delaware
Sussex County approved a resolution extending the Unified Sanitary Sewer District boundary to include Camp Salty Farm LLC’s parcel in the Miller Creek area; engineering posted notices and staff reported no public correspondence in opposition.
Lewisville, Denton County, Texas
A City of Lewisville public hearing on May 19 was continued to the June 2 council meeting after residents from the Reserve neighborhood and city officials pressed the developer and staff for more details about a concept‑plan amendment in the Castle Hills realm.
Williamson County, Illinois
The board approved the circuit clerk engagement letter as written, approved the countywide and single-audit engagement letters contingent on rewording, and directed staff to prepare an RFP for a new outside auditor with optional budgeting services.
Marion, School Districts, Florida
Leaders from Marion County Public Schools and local nonprofit mentoring programs on May 22 presented a range of school-based and community mentoring efforts that serve hundreds of Marion County students and urged the board to support staffing, volunteer recruitment and clearer funding information.
Springfield Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
Student advisory speakers from Putnam Vocational Technical Academy, Springfield Public Day, Scitech, Renaissance High School and Springfield Virtual School told the school committee about senior events, internships, CTE growth, and first-year virtual school prom and yearbook plans.
Sussex County, Delaware
The county updated two local property tax-exemption ordinances — for low-income seniors and for disabled persons — raising the assessed-value exemption and changing residency and income rules so current beneficiaries keep comparable tax relief after reassessment.
Wenatchee City, Chelan County, Washington
At a public hearing the council reviewed the draft five-year consolidated plan and annual action plan for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds and indicated support for continuing to focus CDBG dollars on pedestrian and accessibility projects for low- and moderate-income residents.
Evanston, Cook County, Illinois
Chief Shanita Stewart announced that the department's partnership award will be renamed the William H. Logan Community Policing Partnership Award; a Logan family member spoke, reflecting on his legacy.
Milford City Council , Milford City, Clermont County, Ohio
City Manager Benjamin Gunderson proposed shifting the annual $300,000 trash service subsidy from the general fund to the stormwater utility fund, and creating a separate budget-stabilization account to hold excess general‑fund balances beyond the targeted reserve level.
Planning Commission Meetings, Shelbyville, Bedford County, Tennessee
The commission approved a site plan for a 39,342 sq. ft. parking lot and access drive serving multiple parcels under single ownership at 206–208 Theory Street, subject to plat recordation and long‑term maintenance agreements.
Capitola City, Santa Cruz County, California
The Capitola City Council voted May 22 to use the same appointment process it used earlier this year to fill the council vacancy left by Vice Mayor Alexander Peterson, setting an application window, ranked‑choice selection and a conditional residency verification step.
Design Review Board Meetings, Knoxville City, Knox County, Tennessee
The board approved a rear addition and deck at 3124 Clearview Street that will replace an existing deck and sewing room, finding the addition compatible in massing and materials; the applicant will work with staff on foundation cladding and railing color.
Wilkes-Barre, Luzerne County, Pennsylvania
Public commenters raised recurring quality-of-life concerns — overgrown lots, property managers, sidewalks, e-bikes and absence of local pools — and Mayor George Brown and staff outlined the city's code-enforcement process, including notices to abate, citations and DPW enforcement.
Show Low, Navajo County, Arizona
Mayor John Leach Jr. and Commander McNeal used the Mayor Minute broadcast to urge patience and safer driving after police cited rising crash counts at key Show Low intersections and on Highway 260 South.
Coffee County, Tennessee
The Health Welfare Recreation Committee approved a motion May 22 to purchase pipe—estimated at $100,000–$150,000—for Manchester City to install water lines to Roberts Ridge and nearby rural properties; staff said engineering, permitting and additional work remain.
Richland County CUSD 1, School Boards, Illinois
Richland County Middle School held a promotion ceremony for its eighth-grade class of 2025, featuring student speeches, presentation of diplomas and multiple academic and citizenship awards, and remarks from Principal Jeff Thompson and district officials.
Galt Joint Union Elementary, School Districts, California
Trustees approved a professional services agreement with 19 6 Architects to begin design and DSA approval for a proposed administrative building expansion at Valley Oaks, a first Measure H bond project.
Williamson County, Illinois
Williamson County commissioners discussed low bids for a new animal-control facility, directed staff to pursue value-engineering and commit to the base contractor pending adjustments; they did not finalize alternate add-ons or a final signed contract during the meeting.
Committee on State Affairs, Senate, Legislative, Texas
The Committee on State Affairs reconsidered a previously failed vote and reported House Bill 3385 to the full Senate with a committee recommendation after adopting a committee substitute.
Milford City Council , Milford City, Clermont County, Ohio
Council authorized staff to apply for ODNR NatureWorks grants, discussed a proposed FC Cincinnati mini soccer pitch in Riverside 2 (projected installation September 2025, privately funded) and approved $12,157 for City Hall landscaping.
Committee on Business & Commerce, Senate, Legislative, Texas
The Senate Committee on Business & Commerce on Thursday adopted a committee substitute to House Bill 14 that would create the Texas Advanced Nuclear Energy Office in the governor’s office and establish the Texas Advanced Nuclear Development Fund with a $350 million appropriation for the current biennium.
Clayton City Council, Clayton, Montgomery County, Ohio
Parks Director Earl Hartenberg praised park staff for recent maintenance, highlighted a well-run birthday event handled by staffer Lane, and previewed upcoming exercise classes for seniors and a themed dance in late August among other seasonal offerings.
Western Placer Unified, School Districts, California
Officials told the board one‑time COVID funding that previously supported first‑grade aides ended and the district can no longer sustain those positions; staff described strengthened tier‑1 instruction, expanded phonics (UFLI), coaching and possible use of CTE interns and volunteers as mitigation.
Springfield Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
Springfield School Committee heard a district presentation on postsecondary success outlining data on college enrollment and FAFSA completion, a partnership with the National Postsecondary Strategy Institute, and discussion of possible policy steps including a FAFSA requirement with opt‑out and expanded career and technical education.
Evanston, Cook County, Illinois
The Evanston Land Use Commission voted to forward the city’s draft comprehensive plan to City Council on May 21, 2025, approving the commission’s edits and amendments by a roll-call recommendation vote, 7–1.
MASSAPEQUA UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
The Massapequa UFSD board voted to send letters opposing Senate Bill S1672 and Assembly Bill A756 (mandated project labor agreements for Long Island) and to support bills imposing bail for individuals charged with threats of school violence (S06366A/A06597A). Board members cited potential cost increases and a Beacon Hill Institute study.
Design Review Board Meetings, Knoxville City, Knox County, Tennessee
The board approved a certificate of appropriateness for a new one‑story infill house at 1208 Ohio Avenue, setting conditions for final site plan measurements, driveway placement, porch depth, siding consistency and painted front porch columns.
Committee on Finance, Senate, Legislative, Texas
The Senate Committee on Finance voted 13-0 to report favorably a committee substitute to HJR7 that would dedicate a portion of state sales and use tax revenue to the Texas Water Fund and changes the structure and term of the dedication.
Mineola, Nassau County, New York
A Marcellus Street resident urged the village to act on speeding and stop‑sign runs; officials described immediate measures — portable radar sign and increased police checks — and said engineers will evaluate longer‑term traffic‑calming such as speed tables and temporary rubber humps.
Wilkes-Barre, Luzerne County, Pennsylvania
Wilkes-Barre City Council gave second and final reading to an ordinance amending the city code to prohibit driving across private or unintended public property to avoid traffic signal control devices or intersections.
Committee on State Affairs, Senate, Legislative, Texas
The Texas Senate Committee on State Affairs voted to report House Bill 3441 favorably to the full Senate, a measure that would let Texans sue vaccine manufacturers over paid advertising they say caused harm despite federal liability protections.
Western Placer Unified, School Districts, California
After a yearlong pilot across grade levels and sites, teachers recommended Studies Weekly as the elementary history and social science curriculum; trustees approved the adoption by voice vote on May 20.
Planning Commission Meetings, Shelbyville, Bedford County, Tennessee
The Planning Commission denied extension of vested rights for Phase 1 of the Gale Pointe subdivision because of access and traffic concerns, and later approved a time‑limited extension for Phase 2 through Dec. 1, 2025, while requiring updated traffic and connectivity work.
Wenatchee City, Chelan County, Washington
The council approved loan closeout and a de-obligation amendment for the Ninth Street Stormwater Retrofit Project, returning unused Department of Ecology grant and loan funds; staff provided a line-item breakdown and said remaining funds will be returned to the statewide program.
Coffee County, Tennessee
The Policy and Procedures Committee heard guidance from the County Technical Assistance Service advising the county to post no‑gun signage at courthouse entrances during court proceedings; the sheriff's office will implement the signage and the item was removed from future agendas.
New Franklin, Summit County, Ohio
Residents urged council to limit or tightly regulate short‑term rentals in waterfront and dense residential neighborhoods. Council members said a draft ordinance is being developed that would treat short‑term rentals as a conditional use with guest limits, parking rules and a 24/7 local contact requirement.
Milford City Council , Milford City, Clermont County, Ohio
The city's law director presented proposed charter changes including residency requirements, purchasing thresholds and clarifications of the city manager role; the council voted to hold public hearings on June 17 and July 15.
Design Review Board Meetings, Knoxville City, Knox County, Tennessee
The board approved a certificate of appropriateness for full window replacement at 420 Clinch Avenue, subject to a condition that the applicant provide detailed elevation drawings or a window schedule matching original pane divisions.
Senate, Legislative, Texas
During a Sunday floor session the Texas Senate moved numerous measures to engrossment and final passage—most by lopsided margins—suspended the three‑day rule on many items and adopted several House concurrent resolutions before adjourning.
Galt Joint Union Elementary, School Districts, California
Trust resolution to establish a public agencies post-employment benefits (OPEB) trust was approved 4–0; board also appointed the chief business official as plan administrator and selected a balanced investment portfolio through PARS.
Baltimore City, Baltimore County, Maryland
At a May 22 Committee of the Whole hearing, Baltimore budget officials and council members said hundreds of long-unfilled positions and rising overtime—especially in police and fire—are creating budget gaps that may require supplemental appropriations and complicate truth-in-budgeting efforts.
Wilkes-Barre, Luzerne County, Pennsylvania
Wilkes-Barre City Council approved the appointment of Jerome Dunn to the General Municipal Authority; Dunn did not attend the meeting and councilmembers noted his apology and local ties.
MASSAPEQUA UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
At its May 20 meeting the Massapequa Union Free School District Board of Education approved final tenure for staff, recognized retirees and authorized a one-year interim athletic director agreement for Matt McCleese after a limited permanent candidate pool.
Building Code Council, Governor's Office - Boards & Commissions, Executive, Washington
TAG members voted to keep the Targeted Space Performance Requirement (TSPR) option in the commercial code and approved edits to TSPR materials. The panel also advanced language to recognize gas‑fired heat pumps for space and water heating, directing staff and PNNL to model exact credit values and sample project designs.
Mineola, Nassau County, New York
The Village of Mineola was awarded New York Forward money that the mayor said will fund Second Street improvements, a Station Plaza–Second Street walkability project, a public mural and streetscape and wayfinding work; engineering and RFPs are next and the mayor said full buildout could take multiple years.
Committee on Finance, Senate, Legislative, Texas
The Senate Committee on Finance voted 13-0 to report House Bill 3000, the House companion to Senate Bill 1377, which would create a $90 million grant program to provide financial assistance to qualified ambulance service providers in certain rural counties; funding is accounted for in Article 9 of Senate Bill 1.
Wenatchee City, Chelan County, Washington
The city awarded the First Street curb-ramp Phase 1 construction contract to the lowest responsive bidder, Rudnick and Sons Excavation, for work that will add curb ramps, stormwater improvements and grading to three traffic circles; staff said the bid was below the engineer estimate and the project uses CDBG funds pooled over several years.
Berrien County, Michigan
Parks Director Jill Adams updated commissioners on storm damage at Love Creek, upcoming recycling events, Silver Beach playground work and entrance improvements, and planned concession stand upgrades; some repairs will continue into late summer.
Milford City Council , Milford City, Clermont County, Ohio
The Milford City Council authorized emergency spending to cover an immediate replacement of about 400 feet of failing water and sewer main along State Route 28 and separately approved purchase of new pumps for the Happy Hollow lift station after recent failures; council also discussed boil advisory, road reopening timeline and funding offsets.
Clayton City Council, Clayton, Montgomery County, Ohio
City manager announced a Sweet Clean community cleanup on May 17, a mural project delayed to fall, an RFP for tree service with submissions due May 22 and a staff recommendation to vacate a portion of a paper street called 'Flower' to adjoining property owners pending survey results and resident consensus.
Western Placer Unified, School Districts, California
District staff summarized the governor's May revision and projected consequences for the local budget: a slight COLA reduction, Prop 98 holdback, possible one‑time funds and a near‑term drop in ADA that will lower LCFF revenue by about $764,000 when books close.
Galt Joint Union Elementary, School Districts, California
Staff recommended edits to LCAP Goal 1 metrics to maintain an 80% proficiency cohort, replace MAP math with i‑Ready aligned to a new math curriculum, and shift one action from an alternative center to hiring a campus monitor at McCaffrey Middle School.
Senate, Legislative, Texas
The Senate passed House Joint Resolution 1,33 and its implementing bill, House Bill 25,08, to authorize and implement a property‑tax exemption for surviving spouses of veterans who died from conditions presumed service‑connected under federal law; both measures passed the Senate unanimously.
Wenatchee City, Chelan County, Washington
To complete the South End Bike Pedestrian Access Bridges Project, the city will execute a construction agreement with the Wenatchee Reclamation District to relocate a large steel mainline pipe; council authorized the city administrator to sign the agreement.
New Franklin, Summit County, Ohio
Council approved a resolution to buy a Caterpillar compact track loader and a Load Trail trailer for use by the service, parks and cemetery departments, with the cost split across the three budgets; the purchase was presented as budgeted equipment that will support trail work and routine maintenance.
Berrien County, Michigan
At a meeting, Berrien County officials voted to go into closed session under attorney–client privilege for a quarterly litigation update and approved minutes from prior meetings; a requisition for excavation work was flagged for follow-up.
Senate, Legislative, Texas
The Senate passed a committee substitute of House Bill 3,556 on third reading to require Texas Parks and Wildlife review of proposed structures over 500 feet in certain coastal counties with national wildlife refuges, after adopting an amendment that removed injunctive relief and set timelines for final decisions and hearings.
Design Review Board Meetings, Knoxville City, Knox County, Tennessee
The Downtown Design Review Board voted to postpone consideration of a proposed refacing of a large rear-facing rooftop sign at 500 South Gay Street, asking the applicant to return with a smaller design that better matches historic character.
Kerr County, Texas
The Tax Assessor‑Collector presented a proposed budget that he said represents about a 2% increase overall and cited rising postage, voter‑registration cycle costs and training needs to maintain service levels for title work, vehicle registration and tax collection for multiple jurisdictions.
Wilkes-Barre, Luzerne County, Pennsylvania
City council voted unanimously to authorize the mayor and controller to execute documents to apply for a $250,000 Greenways, Trails and Recreation Program grant for improvements at Huber Park.
Western Placer Unified, School Districts, California
Superintendent Carrie Callahan told the Western Placer Unified School District board that a joint agreement with the City of Lincoln and the Lewis Group of Companies will fund and deliver a new elementary school in Village 7; the site will be a joint‑use facility that the city may use when the district does not.
Lawrence Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
Board members and administrators discussed parking constraints for two newly constructed schools — Oliver and Leahy — and said the district is working with city departments on mitigation, including limited on‑site spaces and off‑site options.
Mission, Hidalgo County, Texas
Staff at the City of Mission Animal Shelter said they are working to spay/neuter animals in shelter care, will move from donation-based adoptions to a set adoption fee next month, and plan community clinics offering rabies shots, microchipping and deworming. Donations from Murdoch's and volunteer recruitment were also announced.
South Pasadena City, Los Angeles County, California
During public comment a parent and residents told the commission about near‑fatal close calls at Hawthorne & DeCostan near Arroyo Vista Elementary and said crossing‑guard allocation appears uneven compared with Marengo Elementary. Neighbors on Ramona Avenue asked for speed‑calming measures to address regular 40 mph driving and children playing in
New Franklin, Summit County, Ohio
Council approved a resolution to continue Town Planning Practice LLC’s contract to finish phase 2 of a zoning diagnostic and begin phase 3, a package meant to update the city’s outdated township‑era zoning code and prepare for anticipated development.
Committee on Criminal Justice, Senate, Legislative, Texas
The committee voted to report House Bill 3425 after the sponsor said it would treat sharing a person's residential address or phone number via electronic messages with intent to harm the same as posting that information on a public website.
City Council Meetings, Murfreesboro City, Rutherford County, Tennessee
Stormwater staff presented a FY26 stormwater budget and five‑year CIP with planned projects (Town Creek daylighting, Mall Circle Drive and O4 Park drainage) that will draw down capital reserves and likely require fee increases or project deferrals.
Building Code Council, Governor's Office - Boards & Commissions, Executive, Washington
The TAG approved a suite of changes to rooftop solar compliance that let projects with limited roof area pay into a state affordable‑housing solar fund or place arrays on affordable housing, after requiring applicants to first maximize on‑roof solar.
Planning Commission Meetings, Shelbyville, Bedford County, Tennessee
The Planning Commission approved preliminary‑plat amendments and phase consolidations for the Preserve at Lexington Cove PUD, including a phase‑line change to create 42 cottages, approvals for townhomes and single‑family lots, and several construction conditions tied to utilities, traffic triggers and right‑of‑way dedication.
Lacey Township School District, School Districts, New Jersey
Township staff described a plan to remove invasive species in-house, replant flower beds and resume regular mowing at a local park after permits expired; the committee said the park will be mowed every seven to 10 days at minimum during the summer.
Clayton City Council, Clayton, Montgomery County, Ohio
The council unanimously approved Resolution R-05-255-46 authorizing the city manager to contract with Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield via the Ohio Benefits Cooperative for group health insurance from Sept. 1, 2025, through Aug. 31, 2026; staff reported a 1.4% premium increase and no changes to plan design.
Galt Joint Union Elementary, School Districts, California
Staff presented the first-year highlights of Prop 28-funded Visual and Performing Arts (VAPA) work including field trips, new instruments, teacher resources, after-school offerings and professional development.
Coffee County, Tennessee
The committee reviewed proposed vacation accrual changes, distributed sick-leave revisions for review and debated an administrative-closing policy that would define hours and how shift workers are paid; the vacation accrual proposal was tabled pending further study.
Committee on Veteran Affairs, Senate, Legislative, Texas
The Committee on Veteran Affairs voted unanimously to report House Bill 56-46 to the full Senate with a recommendation for passage after adopting a motion to withdraw the committee substitute.
Kerr County, Texas
Animal Services staff described operational changes tied to a planned shelter move and asked commissioners to approve a staffing restructure and market‑aligned pay increases for deputy constables who perform combined environmental health and animal control enforcement.
Houston County, Alabama
The commission placed an ALDOT funding agreement for Ashford Road resurfacing on the agenda with no objection; an ALDOT funding item for Enid Road was objected to when the Chair asked to place it on the agenda. Project identifiers were read into the record; no final approvals were captured in the transcript excerpt.
New Franklin, Summit County, Ohio
Council members and advisers discussed two proposed tax‑increment‑financing districts tied to a multi‑phase residential development at Turkey Foot Lake. The proposal would capture a share of new property‑tax revenue to reimburse developer infrastructure costs; council opened discussion but did not adopt the ordinances at first reading.
South Pasadena City, Los Angeles County, California
Staff presented a citywide engineering and traffic survey required by California law. The consultant reviewed prevailing speeds and crash data for 58 roadway segments and proposed posting changes on three short segments. Commissioners asked for additional data sources and clarified how AB 43 affects local speed-setting authority.
Senate, Legislative, Texas
The Senate passed House Bill 15,62 requiring massage‑school student permits issued by the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation to include a photograph; sponsor said the change responds to trafficking concerns referenced in an interim committee report.
Mission, Hidalgo County, Texas
The Mission Police Department announced it will increase patrols over Memorial Day weekend and urged residents to celebrate responsibly, but did not specify enforcement details or staffing levels.
Wenatchee City, Chelan County, Washington
Council authorized a consultant supplemental agreement with Petit Inc. for additional design services on the Ninth/19th Street corridor project, with staff saying a base bid of work is required for corridor functionality and larger alternate items can wait pending additional funding.
Lawrence Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
Eleven Lawrence educators returned from a Dominican Republic immersion this spring and described classroom and community observations to the school committee May 14; they proposed district coaching, family engagement and curriculum adjustments to strengthen culturally responsive teaching for multilingual students.
Planning Commission Meetings, Shelbyville, Bedford County, Tennessee
The Planning Commission recommended rezoning about 30.35 acres near Hwy 231 to I‑1 (light industrial) to accommodate the MTSU Flight Academy and related airport uses, and staff said an airport overlay and later subdivision will be used to preserve commercial opportunities on the tract.
Lacey Township School District, School Districts, New Jersey
Multiple residents used the public-comment period to urge the township committee to take a public stance against proposed large increases in the Lacey Township School District budget and to encourage more community candidates for the school board; committee members described ongoing liaison efforts and constraints.
Senate, Legislative, Texas
The Senate approved House Bill 49 03 to create the Quad Agency Child Care Initiative, a cross‑agency commission to identify and resolve duplicative or conflicting childcare regulations across TWC, HHSC, DFPS and TEA.
Galt Joint Union Elementary, School Districts, California
District staff and partners reported that Canoemobile reached about 800 students from eight districts with canoeing, habitat restoration and hands-on land stations, funded entirely by grants and local partners.
Berrien County, Michigan
The finance committee reported bills totaling $2,488,949.59, highlighted an equalization review by Warren Parish that averted an estimated $300,000 tax rollback, and noted an abstention by a commissioner on a $15,000 purchase order for drain work; personnel wage and job classification changes and several procurement items were also discussed.
City Council Meetings, Murfreesboro City, Rutherford County, Tennessee
City water and sewer staff presented a FY26 utility budget that balances about $65 million in revenue and expenses, explained reserve levels, proposed seven new utility positions to support operations and clean‑out programs, and listed several ongoing and planned capital projects including biosolids drying and pump‑station work.
Kerr County, Texas
Road and Bridge staff presented a capital‑heavy budget: heavy equipment purchases, increased materials costs, and a slate of facility and road resurfacing projects including Cave Springs recon and potential work at Flat Rock Park and the youth exhibit center.
Committee on Criminal Justice, Senate, Legislative, Texas
The Senate Committee on Criminal Justice voted to report House Bill 2407 to the full Senate with a favorable recommendation after the bill’s sponsor said it would strengthen offender registration penalties and close a perceived loophole for repeat noncompliance.
Houston County, Alabama
The county discussed assisting the City of Taylor with about 18–20 loads of dirt and grading for a pavilion and playground pad; engineer said plans must be submitted before work can start and commissioners placed the item on the agenda with no objection.
New Franklin, Summit County, Ohio
MAS Financial and Davenport Financial presented a comprehensive financial review to New Franklin’s finance committee, reporting growth in fund balances, a minimal debt profile, and the need to plan for roughly $10–15 million of capital work that may require future borrowing.
Des Moines City, King County, Washington
Council voted to implement a reorganization of citizen advisory committees into an expanded Citizens Advisory Committee (CAC) with a priority window for existing committee members to apply. The motion (option A, modified) passed with one abstention; staff will open a priority application period and return with appointments.
South Pasadena City, Los Angeles County, California
City transportation staff presented a proposal to convert most of Mission Street from four travel lanes to a two‑lane configuration with a center two‑way left‑turn lane, add bike lanes and parklets, and slurry‑seal and restripe the roadway to test a long‑term road diet.
Lacey Township School District, School Districts, New Jersey
The committee approved a shared-services agreement enabling the township and Lacey Township Board of Education to share an aerial lift via the New Jersey LEAP program.
Clayton City Council, Clayton, Montgomery County, Ohio
The Clayton City Council unanimously adopted Ordinance O-05-25-06, authorizing amendments to job-category designations and the city's pay schedules; the ordinance was approved as written with a council motion and second.
Senate, Legislative, Texas
The Senate passed House Bill 18,28 to permit correctional officers to voluntarily contribute annual leave or compensatory time into a legislative‑leave pool and to withdraw time under limits; the bill passed after roll calls and the transcript records specific contribution and draw limits.
Building Code Council, Governor's Office - Boards & Commissions, Executive, Washington
The TAG approved rewritten humidification and dehumidification language that simplifies duplicate sections, keeps adiabatic humidification as the primary option, and sets different maximum relative‑humidity caps by climate zone (30% in drier zone 4c, 50% in warmer zone 5b) after debate over health impacts and energy use.
City Council Meetings, Murfreesboro City, Rutherford County, Tennessee
Murfreesboro City Schools previewed a FY26 operating budget of roughly $117.9 million and projected enrollment of about 9,440 students; the presentation highlighted average teacher pay increases, additional positions for English learners and behavioral supports, and use of reserves for certain one‑time items.
Senate, Legislative, Texas
The Senate passed House Bill 1 03 to require the comptroller to create and maintain a public database with bond, tax and project information for taxing units; sponsors said the database aims to increase transparency about local debt and projected tax impacts.
Wenatchee City, Chelan County, Washington
Council approved an amended and restated governance agreement renewing the city’s membership in the Chelan-Douglas Transportation Council; key changes include a 10-year term extension and an automatic renewal process until terminated.
Coffee County, Tennessee
The Policy and Procedures Committee directed staff to remove language referring to “standing committees,” add a clear field for the committee/board/commission/authority and the position being applied for, and have staff update the form for review.
Foreign Affairs: House Committee, Standing Committees - House & Senate, Congressional Hearings Compilation
At a House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee hearing, members and witnesses recommended a U.S. high-level envoy with direct White House access and discussed joint resolutions aimed at blocking proposed U.S. arms sales to the United Arab Emirates while that country is accused of supplying the RSF.
Senate, Legislative, Texas
The Senate approved Committee Substitute for House Bill 50,33, a trigger mechanism that would allow Texas to end certain vehicle emissions inspections if Congress or a constitutional amendment removes federal mandates; the measure passed 21–10 in the Senate.
Senate, Legislative, Texas
Senator Creighton led an extended floor discussion of House Bill 1 26, which would update Texas law to allow universities to enter name, image and likeness (NIL) agreements with prospective student athletes, including pre-enrollment students; after lengthy questions and objections the sponsor withdrew his motion to take final action.
City Council Meetings, Murfreesboro City, Rutherford County, Tennessee
The council approved first reading of an ordinance updating water and sewer rates for FY2026 after staff presented proposed minimum and commodity charge increases tied to debt and cost-of-service projections.
Berrien County, Michigan
The Board voted to appoint Steve Frablik to the Community Corrections Advisory Board and Joe Stepich to the county planning commission to complete existing terms; both appointments were approved by voice vote after committee concurrence.
Lawrence Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
The Lawrence school committee voted to approve amendments to the CREST collaborative articles of agreement as adopted by the CREST board on March 12 and March 26, 2025; staff said the collaborative provides specialized special‑education services for students the district cannot serve in‑district.
Galt Joint Union Elementary, School Districts, California
Superintendents and staff outlined five state-approved science options and recommended piloting one program in 2025–26 with a pilot committee that includes elementary, middle school, special education and bilingual teachers.
City Council Meetings, Murfreesboro City, Rutherford County, Tennessee
Council members flagged a renewed uptick in downtown panhandling and camping and discussed options including signage, increased police presence during markets and evenings, a focused homeless response unit and outreach coordination with social‑service agencies.
Planning Commission Meetings, Shelbyville, Bedford County, Tennessee
The Planning Commission recommended approval to rezone a 0.33‑acre Beacon Boulevard parcel from C‑2 (general business) to I‑2 (general industrial) to allow Cooper Veil Fabricators to combine it with an adjacent industrial tract; staff said the change will temporarily create a nonconforming lot until combined by plat.
Kerr County, Texas
Sheriff Larry asked commissioners to spend portions of Senate Bill 22 funds on equipment, staffing changes and jail medical costs, including a request to buy a body scanner and to reclassify and add positions; he said some requests would be covered by non‑tax revenues such as out‑of‑county housing and seized funds.
Senate, Legislative, Texas
The Texas Senate unanimously passed House Bill 31,20 to increase oversight and reporting requirements for owners and operators of residential child detention facilities.
Des Moines City, King County, Washington
On May 22 the council approved a franchise agreement with Lake Haven Water and Sewer District that aligns the district with other utilities’ 6% franchise terms. Debate focused on whether the fee is effectively a tax and on fairness; the ordinance passed by a 4‑3 vote (motion recorded as passing 4‑3 in the transcript).
Lacey Township School District, School Districts, New Jersey
The Lacey Township Committee awarded a $606,113.13 contract to Earl Asphalt Company for the Southwest Barnagat Pines Phase 1 road improvement project covering Deerhead Lake Drive, Hillwood Road and Pineview Road under the township's NJDOT municipal aid grant.
Houston County, Alabama
County staff requested appropriating $958,382.50 in Series 2025 bond proceeds to reimburse previously spent economic development expenditures for the Houston County Farm Center Arena; an objection was voiced during the agenda-placement query and the transcript does not record a final vote.
Senate, Legislative, Texas
The Texas Senate passed House Bill 4,535, which requires written informed consent before COVID-19 vaccinations and directs the Department of State Health Services to create a standardized information sheet; the measure passed 23–8 after objections on the floor.
SOUTH COLONIE CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
South Colonie Central School District held a lottery to allocate Universal Pre-K seats from 225 registered applicants. Officials said selected families will be emailed within 24 hours and must confirm acceptance by 4 p.m. on June 2. A parent information night and student screenings are scheduled in early June.
Building Code Council, Governor's Office - Boards & Commissions, Executive, Washington
After hours of debate, the Commercial Energy Code TAG voted to remove a broad predictive energy‑modeling mandate and instead require construction documents to include an estimated energy‑use intensity (EUI) or equivalent benchmarking information, directing staff to pursue modeling and clearer thresholds later.
Dunlap CUSD 323, School Boards, Illinois
Public commenters urged the board to address aging school facilities and the condition of pool locker rooms; one speaker also questioned delayed work at Ronald Reagan school and use of tax dollars for repairs.
City Council Meetings, Murfreesboro City, Rutherford County, Tennessee
The Murfreesboro City Council held a public hearing May 22 on the proposed fiscal year 2026 budget and tax rate, heard no public comments, and approved the ordinances on first reading to advance adoption.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Legislative, Texas
The House approved SB 12, a broad parental‑rights and school governance bill. Sponsors said it clarifies parents’ access to curriculum and protections; opponents and amendment authors sought clarifications, exceptions and student‑rights language during extended debate.
Lacey Township School District, School Districts, New Jersey
The committee adopted changes to Chapter 269 (Peddling and Soliciting) to require fingerprinting of applicants; the ordinance passed its second reading after public hearing was closed.
Coffee County, Tennessee
The committee reviewed language in the county’s records-destruction, tampering and fabrication policy referencing criminal penalties and agreed employees must re-sign an acknowledgment form required under state law; members decided to send the corrected form to the legislative committee/full commission for review.
Wenatchee City, Chelan County, Washington
The council approved a first-amended and restated vacant land lease and an extension to an option to purchase for the land beneath Pivus Market Charitable Foundation’s building and granted a 10-year lease for an adjacent parking lot; one council member recused.
Clayton City Council, Clayton, Montgomery County, Ohio
ThriveWise 360 representatives described a monthly Meadowbrook program for older residents that offers social connection, health-navigation help, home-evaluation advice and financial organization; attendance has reached about 65 people per session.
City Council Meetings, Murfreesboro City, Rutherford County, Tennessee
City staff presented a proposed fiscal year 2026 budget that projects $286 million in revenues and slightly more than $400 million in expenses, relies on restricted and unassigned fund balances for one-time items, and schedules a public hearing tonight with final vote June 5.
Dunlap CUSD 323, School Boards, Illinois
A parent raised concerns during public comment about her child's placement in an emotional/behavior classroom, licensing of a contracted therapist and use of a district-adapted assessment; she asked the board to review placement and licensing practices.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Legislative, Texas
The House approved SB 10, directing a specific text of the Ten Commandments be posted in public school classrooms; the measure sparked extensive debate over history, religious freedom and local control and survived multiple floor amendments and votes.
Foreign Affairs: House Committee, Standing Committees - House & Senate, Congressional Hearings Compilation
Witnesses and members discussed international and domestic accountability for atrocities in Sudan, including International Criminal Court indictments, past U.S. legislation on Darfur, and the practical limits of local trials during ongoing conflict.
Berrien County, Michigan
Road Department Director Mark Heiliger told county commissioners that hot‑mix asphalt production resumed May 1, crews removed more than 30 storm‑downed trees and seal‑coat operations are under way; officials warned local paving schedules could be affected by I‑94 construction.
Galt Joint Union Elementary, School Districts, California
District leaders told the board the dual language immersion (DLI) program at Valley Oaks and Fair Sight is expanding, follows a 90/10 model in early grades, and includes ongoing teacher development and efforts to balance classrooms by language background.
Finance Committee, Ellsworth, Hancock, Maine
Staff said the city and school plan to return to the Finance Committee with an initial presentation on track replacement in June and to request authority for city contribution at the July meeting; fundraising and potential hiring of a fundraising consultant were discussed.
McLeod County, Minnesota
County veterans project manager reported the donation of two center panels from the traveling 'Wall That Heals' to McLeod County Veterans Memorial Park and announced the Tunnel to Towers 9/11 mobile exhibit will be at the McLeod County Fair Aug. 14–17 with a procession and participating first responders.
Des Moines City, King County, Washington
City staff described a new contract with DocuPet to increase pet licensing compliance and dedicate licensing revenue to restore animal control services. Staff presented canvassing tools, marketing, and revenue projections; DocuPet will provide a cloud platform and reported partner metrics and a 20% donation program tied to designer tag sales.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Legislative, Texas
The House passed SB 38, which streamlines eviction procedures and keeps the three‑day notice period that critics said would make evictions faster and risk exacerbating homelessness; supporters said it modernizes and clarifies a longstanding process.
Lawrence Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
The school committee approved a $307,026,144 FY2026 budget after a presentation by CFO Jason Cabrera outlining staffing, grant funding, and enrollment growth that the administration says drove increases in salaries and multilingual services.
Lacey Township School District, School Districts, New Jersey
The committee tabled the second reading of an ordinance to sell Block 1869, Lot 13 to Allen and Carrie Baker so the engineer can finish a required schedule; the public hearing was rescheduled for June 12 at 6 p.m.
Wenatchee City, Chelan County, Washington
The Wenatchee City Council approved a resolution endorsing Proposition 1, a sales-and-use-tax measure on the Aug. 5, 2025 ballot to fund transportation improvements, with councilors saying preservation of streets and sidewalks motivated the endorsement.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Legislative, Texas
Lawmakers passed a bill requiring counties that operate jails to pursue a warrant‑service 287(g)-style agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement and created funding and reporting mechanisms; supporters framed it as a public-safety measure, opponents warned it could chill immigrant cooperation with police.
Tallmadge City Council Meeting, Tallmadge, Summit County, Ohio
The city’s economic development director reported regional engagement and local business wins, including a $50,000 small-business grant to Glazing Systems that the director said helped the firm expand from 12 to 25 employees and increase revenue from $2 million to $6 million.
Coffee County, Tennessee
The Coffee County Policy and Procedures Committee voted to send a rule requiring 48-hour notice for meeting agendas to the full County Commission, citing state guidance and court interpretations distinguishing agenda posting from general meeting notice.
San Diego Community Power, San Diego County, California
The board approved an EEI master agreement confirmation and collateral annex with Clean Power Alliance to enable a voluntary allocation market offer (VAMO) swap of annual renewable volumes, a step staff said is needed to include those volumes in future prepaid transactions that can lower long‑term costs for customers.
Planning Commission Meetings, Shelbyville, Bedford County, Tennessee
The planning commission voted to send an unfavorable recommendation to the city council for a 2.59‑acre West Lane Street parcel proposed for rezoning from I‑1 (light industrial) to C‑2 (general business), citing conflicts with the future land use map, contiguous zoning, and nonconforming structures on the site.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Legislative, Texas
The Texas House passed legislation directing utilities and regulators to conduct tabletop or simulated security exercises at designated "critical facilities" at least once every two years and to clarify roles for providers, ERCOT and the Public Utility Commission.
Finance Committee, Ellsworth, Hancock, Maine
Staff and community members discussed the city's Tax Increment Financing (TIF) plan, whether available TIF funds can be used for library technology or sidewalks, and plans to retain a TIF consultant to update district priorities and allowable uses.
Bibb County Regular School District, School Districts, Alabama
The board approved a three-year Blocksy student-device monitoring subscription for $52,179.49 from A&T funds and multiple facilities contracts and payments for summer maintenance and renovations funded from district and local school funds.
Des Moines City, King County, Washington
The Des Moines City Council received a capital projects update May 22 about the Marina Steps, the redesigned Redondo Fishing Pier and the recently completed Memorial Triangle.
Dunlap CUSD 323, School Boards, Illinois
Dunlap CUSD 323’s Board of Education approved payment of $6,316,416.72 in bills and a set of contracts, staff raises and a 2025 Chromebook hardware refresh at its meeting, the board said.
HUNTSVILLE ISD, School Districts, Texas
HUNTSVILLE, Texas — The Huntsville High School class of 2025 earned $5,200,000 in scholarships and were formally certified as candidates for graduation during commencement at Johnson Coliseum, Superintendent Dr. Scott Shepherd said.
Missoula, Missoula County, Montana
Extension staff described the Clearwater watercraft inspection station’s role in preventing zebra/quagga mussels, survey and monitoring work and a webinar series for aquatic plant management.
Foreign Affairs: House Committee, Standing Committees - House & Senate, Congressional Hearings Compilation
Witnesses told the House subcommittee that outside actors — notably the United Arab Emirates, regional states, and foreign arms flows — have transformed Sudan’s war into a regionalized conflict and that gold exports are financing armed groups.
Central Valley SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The board approved summer conditioning programs (June 2–Aug. 8) at $10 per hour up to 60 hours, adjusted pay for softball coaches and a one‑year EMS agreement with Medic Rescue at $3,600 for 2025-26; one board member abstained on an item related to boys basketball.
California Volunteers, Agencies under Office of the Governor, Executive, California
At a public comment, College Corps participant DJ Nunley described how participation helped him find purpose, serve families experiencing food insecurity and homelessness, and enabled his acceptance to UC Berkeley after two years at College of the Desert.
Ocean Shores, Grays Harbor County, Washington
Assistant Chief Mike Mandela told the Ocean Shores Safety Committee that the city has joined an interlocal agreement with Grey Harbour County to maintain a comprehensive emergency management plan that is refreshed every three years, and that the city will soon see a council resolution to adopt the 2025 version of that plan.
Lacey Township School District, School Districts, New Jersey
The Lacey Township Committee approved the annual sale of bond anticipation notes totaling $17,722,000 at an interest rate of 3.75%, a routine financing action taken at the May meeting.
Dunedin, Pinellas County, Florida
Staff updated the CRA on progress and timing for Skinner Boulevard, Main Street streetscape and other downtown projects; the CRA appointed three advisory committee members and approved a three-year continuance for the advisory committee.
Hawaiian Gardens City, Los Angeles County, California
At a May 22 budget workshop, finance staff showed revenues have flattened while expenditures rise, prompting discussion of reserves, card‑club and casino revenue, planned capital projects including Ferguson Field improvements, staff additions and a proposed private security contract.
Tallmadge City Council Meeting, Tallmadge, Summit County, Ohio
A second reading of an ordinance to appropriate Ohio opioid settlement funds for naloxone placement in Tallmadge parks was given; law director said she is still awaiting answers from Summit County Public Health and will provide follow-up before the next meeting.
Houston County, Alabama
Commissioners placed on the agenda a request to pay a $3,525 legal bill for Cottonwood Rescue's reincorporation under a new entity; Commissioner Adams praised the organization's expanded ambulance operations.
San Diego Community Power, San Diego County, California
San Diego Community Power approved an amendment to a large solar‑plus‑storage PPA (referred to as the Noble project) that shifts the guaranteed commercial operation date to accommodate interconnection network upgrades and a pause in Bureau of Land Management permitting. Staff negotiated higher development security and a larger pre‑commercial‑ops
MONONGALIA COUNTY SCHOOLS, School Districts, West Virginia
Monongalia County Schools held a commencement ceremony in West Virginia to confer diplomas on 44 members of the Class of 2025. Speakers praised students’ perseverance, noted state certification requirements had been met, and concluded the ceremony with the traditional tassel turn and alma mater.
Bibb County Regular School District, School Districts, Alabama
The board approved Budget Amendment 1 for fiscal year 2025 to incorporate federal-program carryover funds; the meeting record did not specify total dollar amounts.
Finance Committee, Ellsworth, Hancock, Maine
Staff provided a Q1 accounting of pre‑site expenses for the courthouse relocation, said contracts were signed with two property owners and that targeted closing dates and DEP submission follow as project next steps; staff cited prior council approvals for surveying and engineering.
McLeod County, Minnesota
The county board approved an updated McLeod County Cremation Burial Policy effective May 20, 2025; among changes, the county will not pay for out-of-state burials. The policy guides eligibility workers who approve county-paid cremation and final expense payments.
Missoula, Missoula County, Montana
Extension staff described the Rocky Mountain Gardens, new public programs to promote native plants and pollinators, Master Gardener training and plant clinics, and local conservation district projects including the 310 permit review and Bear Smart outreach.
New Albany-Plain Local, School Districts, Ohio
New Albany High School held commencement exercises at Huntington Park. District leaders recognized academic and extracurricular achievements, announced class-level statistics and scholarship totals, and Board President Deborah Kalinowski certified the graduating class.
Lawrence Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
Cafeteria workers and supporters testified at the May 14 Lawrence Public Schools meeting asking for higher pay and a negotiated contract, giving specific wage figures and saying negotiations are in mediation.
Town Council , Cumberland Center, Cumberland County, Maine
Bob Vale, running for Cumberland County Council, outlined three legislative priorities — senior housing, workforce housing and consolidation of services with neighboring towns — in remarks asking for votes on June 10.
Central Valley SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The board approved additions to bus drivers/aides list, extended school year staff and paraprofessionals for IEP services, a second‑shift custodian hire, several resignations, and new paraprofessionals effective for the 2025-26 year, with several hires contingent on receipt and acceptance of required clearances.
Missoula, Missoula County, Montana
Speakers described Missoula County 4‑H programming, enrollment size, project variety, age ranges and fundraising needs to support camps and leadership opportunities.
Ocean Shores, Grays Harbor County, Washington
Hearing Examiner Yoshi Kumara on May 20 heard a conditional use permit application from OSHA Design LLC proposing a three‑unit common‑wall residential building at 659 Sunset Avenue NE to be subdivided so each unit can be individually owned.
Houston County, Alabama
County staff presented a proposed Service Express agreement to provide hardware and software support so the Emergency Operations Center can operate as a hot site.
Dunedin, Pinellas County, Florida
The commission approved an increase to the Crowder Gulf joint-venture purchase order to cover additional debris-removal work after Hurricane Milton. Staff said the work has been reviewed and will be submitted for federal and state reimbursement under FEMA rules.
Hawaiian Gardens City, Los Angeles County, California
Parents, students and teachers addressed the Hawaiian Gardens City Council May 22 to ask the city to push ABC School District to withdraw or reconsider a proposal that would close Ferguson Elementary and two other neighborhood schools.
Dunedin, Pinellas County, Florida
City staff presented the CRA midterm performance review required by Pinellas County ordinance 12-26, saying the CRA has met most goals but still lacks a clear affordable-housing outcome downtown and will seek county agreement to take on additional debt for a planned parking garage.
The superintendent described a microburst that disrupted Sunday graduation at Legion Field, said make-up ceremonies will be offered, and reported that a new concession stand, ticket booth and track resurfacing are near completion with work expected within about three weeks.
Ocean Shores, Grays Harbor County, Washington
At a May 22 special meeting, the Civil Service Commission of the City of Ocean Shores approved a new entry-level police officer eligibility list created April 17, 2025, and removed one name from a Sept. 23, 2024 eligibility list following an executive session under RCW 42.30.110(1)(g).
San Diego Community Power, San Diego County, California
San Diego Community Power on May 2025 approved an amendment to the power purchase agreement for the Pelican Shaw solar‑plus‑storage project, a large renewable project that staff said is now in construction and could deliver material renewable energy, resource adequacy and carbon‑free attributes to the agency as early as late summer 2026.
Town Council , Cumberland Center, Cumberland County, Maine
Incumbent Kim Vine and challenger Lauren Welliver described priorities including community engagement, fiscal oversight and legal and clinical skills in remarks ahead of the June 10 vote for MSAD 51 school board seats.
Tallmadge City Council Meeting, Tallmadge, Summit County, Ohio
Council voted 5-0 to recall Ordinance 2024-75 to the June 12 agenda to allow executive-session review of fact-finding reports in the IAFF labor matter; administration said a fact-finder report is expected around June 6.
Foreign Affairs: House Committee, Standing Committees - House & Senate, Congressional Hearings Compilation
Experts told the House Foreign Affairs Subcommittee on Africa that Sudan is near systemic collapse, with famine declared in locations, millions displaced, and life-saving aid severely reduced after U.S. aid cuts and access constraints.
McLeod County, Minnesota
The McLeod County Board of Commissioners on May 20 approved a set of public-works items, including a $38,270 final payment for a campground electrical project, a MnDOT lighting maintenance agreement and a joint powers agreement that will add a 2.5-block county road segment to a USDA-funded Silver Lake reconstruction.
Ocoee, Orange County, Florida
Organizers of the Chick-fil-A 5K presented a beneficiary check to Blue Line Support and described the event's community sponsors and purpose; a retired officer representing Blue Line Support explained the group's 24/7 hotline and peer-support services for law-enforcement professionals.
Finance Committee, Ellsworth, Hancock, Maine
City staff described recurring pothole damage after spring rains, plans for a new fix‑it ticket system with text/photo reporting, LIDAR road condition assessment and expectations that large road projects will improve conditions next year.
Houston County, Alabama
Commissioners discussed a recommended transfer of county-owned property for a distribution park to the City of Dothan's Industrial Development Board; the Chamber of Commerce and the board recommended the transfer and county staff reported ongoing utility work and a potential tenant interest.
Central Valley SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The board adopted a resolution appointing Pam Sibiu as scribe/board secretary under Section 404 of the Public School Code for a four-year term effective immediately.
Missoula, Missoula County, Montana
Staff at Missoula’s exploration center described programs to help residents reduce home energy costs, upcoming contractor trainings in June and volunteer support for the county fair’s 0‑waste goal in August.
Bibb County Regular School District, School Districts, Alabama
At its May meeting the Bibb County Regular School District board approved resignations, new hires, transfers, coach appointments, a volunteer coach, and granted catastrophic leave for a teacher; the board entered an executive session on personnel earlier in the meeting.
San Diego Community Power, San Diego County, California
San Diego Community Power on a May 2025 regular meeting at the Port of San Diego Administration Building received a preview of its draft FY2025–26 operating budget, the FY2025–26 capital budget and a FY2026–2030 capital investment plan and asked staff to return in June with a recommendation to adopt the budgets for the fiscal year beginning July 1.
Houston County, Alabama
Commissioners noted a state law establishing a previously gubernatorially-declared holiday has been enacted; no objections were raised to placing recognition on the county agenda.
Dunedin, Pinellas County, Florida
The City of Dunedin Community Redevelopment Agency unanimously approved a fiscal-year 2025 carryforward amendment to the CRA operating and capital budget to cover outstanding encumbrances and multiyear projects, with staff noting the fund retains a reserve above the 15% target.
Town Council , Cumberland Center, Cumberland County, Maine
Three candidates for Cumberland Town Council — incumbent Mike Eads and challengers Jeffrey Michalek and Anne Maximovich — outlined priorities including open-space preservation, low-budget growth and community inclusivity in remarks to voters ahead of the June 10 election.
William Penn SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
William Penn School District finance staff presented a preliminary plan at a budget advisory meeting to balance the 2025–26 budget that relies on a proposed 5.9% property‑tax increase and an assumed $2 million reduction in cyber‑charter tuition if state lawmakers enact cyber‑charter reform.
Ocean Shores, Grays Harbor County, Washington
Hearing Examiner Yoshi Kumara on May 20 heard a request by Paragon Homes LLC to allow a three‑unit common‑wall residential building at 413 Trustee Street SW to be subdivided so each unit may be individually owned.
Dunedin, Pinellas County, Florida
The Committee on Environmental Quality and Sustainability honored Beth Reynolds of Honeymoon Island State Park as the city's 2025 Environmental Hero. Staff also announced Dunedin won the Tampa Bay Regional Planning Council's top Macintosh award for the Dunedin Resiliency and Sustainability Rebate Program; Natalie Gass accepted the award.
Ocean Shores, Grays Harbor County, Washington
City staff and the finance committee reviewed a new, condensed cost-allocation summary prepared by CPA Tara Dunford, agreed to present the plan to the full council at the second June meeting, and outlined a broader cleanup of legacy funds and accounting codes intended to bring the city into compliance with Washington State's BARS manual.
Central Valley SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The board declared two tax parcels unused and authorized an agreement of sale between Central Valley School District and the borough of Menaka for specified parcels, subject to solicitor review and authorized district officials to sign closing documents.
Jim Wells County, Texas
The court accepted the county treasurer’s and auditor’s reports, reviewed sales tax and revenue/expenditure comparisons, and approved payroll and bills as submitted, exempting funds 52, 503 and 54 from approval.
The board approved multiple memoranda of understanding (MOUs) and salary schedules for 2025–26 and approved Fort Morgan High School FBLA travel to the National Leadership Conference in Anaheim (June 29–July 2, 2025); roll-call votes were recorded by board members.
God and Country Podcast with Uriah Kennedy and Ingrid Bettridge, Citizen Journalism , 2024 -2025 Utah Citizen Journalism, Elections, Utah
An unidentified meeting participant described a proposal, identified as bill 457, to notify petition signers by email when their signatures are verified and to post verifications publicly within 24 hours; the proposal did not advance out of committee rules, the commenter said.
Tallmadge City Council Meeting, Tallmadge, Summit County, Ohio
Council left companion ordinances in second reading to remove 12 Southwest Avenue from the recognized heritage structure list and to accept a Summit County matching grant to fund half of its demolition; mayor said the grant is for about $9,000.
Ocoee, Orange County, Florida
The Ocoee Youth Council presented a year-in-review to the commission, described service projects including a cemetery cleanup that earned a Florida League of Cities "Youth Council Excellence" award and a $500 prize, and announced that seven seniors qualified for a city scholarship program approved in December 2023.
2025 Legislature NV, Nevada
AB514 would allow Nevada Medicaid to seek federal approval for rehabilitative behavioral-health services that could fund short-term residential treatment; state general-fund exposure is modest in 2025–27 with significant federal matching dollars expected if the program is implemented.
New Albany-Floyd Co Con Sch, School Boards, Indiana
A speaker described Mount Tabor Elementary's 18th annual tea party as a school-year program where students practice etiquette, wear formal attire and gain confidence through role-based activities.
ALAMO HEIGHTS ISD, School Districts, Texas
In an "On Location" segment, the superintendent of Alamo Heights ISD congratulated the Class of 2025 and several seniors shared memories of kindergarten, teacher support and a sense of community that they say prepared them for what’s next.
New Philadelphia City, School Districts, Ohio
School leaders and student speakers marked New Philadelphia High School’s commencement by reading graduates’ names, conferring diplomas “in accordance with the laws of the state of Ohio,” and closing with the traditional tassel turn.
Kennewick School District, School Districts, Washington
The Kennewick School District Board approved first/second reading of a revised Policy 3110 that clarifies mid‑term enrollment, placement and the use of partial credits for high-school students.
Dunedin, Pinellas County, Florida
Eric McNeil, president of the Dunedin Scottish Arts Foundation, told the commission the Highland Games weekend attracted an estimated 21,000 attendees and generated proceeds the foundation is returning to local bands, scholarships and community groups.
Finance Committee, Ellsworth, Hancock, Maine
City staff said federal and state grant funding remains secured and that eight new pay-to-charge stations will be installed at City Hall in early June, with two spaces reserved for city vehicles and a planned rate of about $0.36 per kWh.
2025 Legislature NV, Nevada
Assembly Bill 467 is intended to increase access to forensic mental‑health treatment; the Division of Public and Behavioral Health withdrew an earlier fiscal note after clarifying operational details and requested a technical amendment aligning language with current practice.
Office of the Governor, Other State Agencies, Executive, California
California Governor Gavin Newsom, Attorney General Rob Bonta and state environmental officials announced plans to sue the Trump administration after the U.S. Senate used the Congressional Review Act to rescind EPA waivers that allowed California to set its own vehicle-emission standards.
Central Valley SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The Central Valley School Board approved a preliminary/proposed final 2025-26 general fund budget showing $46,621,225 in revenues and $47,170,679 in expenditures, and the board noted a 0.51-mill tax increase in the proposal; the school code requires final adoption after public review and a 30-day waiting period.
Jennings County School Corporation, School Boards, Indiana
Board approved the Muscatatuck race charitable-gaming event, permitting required state permits and noting student nonparticipation in ticket sales; approval was unanimous.
Kennewick School District, School Districts, Washington
An audience member at a Kennewick School District workshop told board members that she has been subbing in district classrooms and observed "a lot of tired teachers," asking what the board can do to restore enjoyment and reduce staff burnout.
2025 Legislature NV, Nevada
AB336 would change state procurement preference rules so that a service‑connected disabled Nevada veteran business preference can stack with Nevada-based business preference rather than being canceled out; sponsors said the change corrects an administrative anomaly and carries no fiscal impact to state purchasing operations.
Christian County, Missouri
County commissioners decided not to allocate funds this year to a proposed Dennis Quaid-produced county spotlight organized by Show Me Christian County, and said they will consider marketing budget requests for 2026.
Buellton City, Santa Barbara County, California
In a public hearing required by Government Code section 3502.3, the City of Buellton reported staffing status — 20 authorized full‑time positions with one vacancy — and described recruitment efforts and barriers including below‑market pay, location and housing costs; the council received and filed the report.
Ocoee, Orange County, Florida
City staff corrected earlier information about restaurant hours under the interim operator at Forest Lake Golf and directed the operator to provide a menu, hours and a detailed 30-day update at the next commission meeting; an RFP for a permanent operator was anticipated to be issued the following week.
Multiple commenters asked the board to add middle-school soccer for grades 7–8, saying current options force students to wait until high school; parents suggested using existing meet allocations and local coaches to limit additional cost.
Boone County, Indiana
Boone County agreed to a letter of understanding for an unofficial local detour using county roadways after INDOT scheduled a 20-day closure on State Road 32; staff warned of increased gravel-road traffic and limited reimbursement.
2025 Legislature NV, Nevada
AB212 would remove the pilot label from the virtual early childhood family engagement program and provide $1 million per year ($2 million biennial total) to continue the program administered by the Division of Welfare and Supportive Services.
Jim Wells County, Texas
The court approved a preliminary plat for a 9-acre subdivision designated Love's Addition, accepted for safety officer review and noted the area had been annexed by the city of Fremont; final plat to return to commissioners for action.
Tallmadge City Council Meeting, Tallmadge, Summit County, Ohio
Council left an ordinance to raise water rates in second reading so members and new councilmember can review financial details; city officials said the increase is tied to water tower debt and capital improvements.
Dunedin, Pinellas County, Florida
Residents near Eagle Scout Park and Heather Lakes told commissioners barrels of a court-coating chemical were stored too close to homes and raised complaints about late-night hours, parking and noise. City staff described steps including light shields, signage, directed patrols and stakeholder meetings.
Peabody City, Essex County, Massachusetts
Finance committee recommended and the full council voted to advertise a bond order totaling $2,350,000 for city capital projects, including roof replacements, park improvements, vehicle and equipment purchases, cemetery expansion and technology upgrades.
2025 Legislature NV, Nevada
AB221 would exempt dental offices where a clinician holds both medical and dental degrees from duplicate medical-board inspections when those offices are already inspected by the dental board; DHHS reconsidered its earlier fiscal estimate and now reports no net fiscal impact.
Kennewick School District, School Districts, Washington
Kennewick staff reported preliminary Smarter Balanced scores and said STAR benchmarks now better predict end-of-year Smarter Balanced results. The district is piloting a LinkIt data warehouse to combine assessment, attendance and behavior data and to allow longitudinal tracking.
Boone County, Indiana
Two residents raised concerns during public comment about Hussey-Mayfield Library programs they described as promoting LGBTQ themes to minors and asked council appointees to the library board to oppose such programs or to replace board members.
Parks and Wildlife Commission, Governor's Boards and Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Colorado
During public comment at the Parks and Wildlife Commission meeting, a recreational kayaker warned that invasive mussels, plants and other invertebrates threaten Colorado waters and urged boaters to 'clean, drain and dry' gear to prevent spread.
Jennings County School Corporation, School Boards, Indiana
District approved Volta IT Testing Services to perform independent IT security testing to support cybersecurity insurance; vote was unanimous.
2025 Legislature NV, Nevada
Assemblymember Brian Hibbetts introduced AB471 to create a remote retail license for out-of-state cigar and pipe-tobacco sellers; Taxation provided a fiscal estimate while industry counsel proposed a smaller one-time allocation to upgrade systems.
Buellton City, Santa Barbara County, California
The City Council approved $750 for the Santa Ynez Valley Wind Ensemble and tabled a larger funding request for the Buellton Fall Festival after a council member recused themself, leaving fewer than three members available to consider the festival request.
Kennewick School District, School Districts, Washington
At a district workshop, Kennewick School District board members described the board as a five-member elected body focused on oversight, policy-setting, hiring and evaluating the superintendent, adopting policy and monitoring district goals; they explained meeting procedures, limits on private deliberations and how community members can engage.
Counselors told the board the district’s career event in April drew 367 attendees, 240 students, and 24 community partners; staff said hands-on activities, mock interviews and partner engagement made the fair successful and that organizers will continue refinements.
2025 Legislature NV, Nevada
The Assembly Ways and Means Committee approved motions to move more than two dozen bills to the floor during an extended work session, advancing appropriations and policy-implementation measures ranging from eviction-diversion funding to licensing changes for remote tobacco sellers.
Friendswood City, Galveston County, Texas
The Friendswood Planning & Zoning Commission approved its consent agenda on May 22, which included minutes from April 10 and a replat for Industry Park, Friendswood Reserves E and F located at addresses shown in the record.
Peabody City, Essex County, Massachusetts
An ad hoc committee reviewed and unanimously accepted Aggregate Industries' 2024 annual report, noted a drop in blasting events, and recommended expanding noise mitigation and groundwater-sampling timing.
Christian County, Missouri
The commission approved reappointment of Jim Vetter, Alicia Van Houghton and Lisa Christianson to the Christian County LINKS board; staff will send formal appointment letters.
Keizer, Marion County, Oregon
The Community Diversity Engagement Council approved a set of definitions (including replacing “fairness” with “impartiality” in the justice definition), voted to incorporate those definitions into volunteer interview materials, and agreed to simplify the VCC questionnaire and monitor city committee agendas for project opportunities.
Ocoee, Orange County, Florida
The commission approved a resolution vacating the front 34 feet of 5-foot side-yard utility easements on multiple Magnolia Reserve townhome lots to accommodate developer-installed walkways and partial structural columns; staff said no utility providers objected.
Boone County, Indiana
County commissioners appointed Beth Copeland as Boone County's Title VI coordinator after staff said federal funding from INDOT requires ADA and Title VI compliance. Commissioners approved the appointment by voice vote.
Keizer, Marion County, Oregon
The Community Diversity Engagement Council elected Benita Picasso as chair and Carrie Brown as vice chair by voice vote and approved a correction to previously drafted minutes that had misidentified Carrie Brown.
Dunedin, Pinellas County, Florida
On first reading the City Commission approved an ordinance to raise water, sewer and reclaimed-water rates after a Raftelis study found rising operating costs, deferred capital needs and new regulatory requirements made the utility fund financially unsustainable without rate action.
Keizer, Marion County, Oregon
The Community Diversity Engagement Council approved a revised calendar of national observance months and assigned members to lead presentations; the council voted to forward the calendar to a City Council work session for consideration.
Jennings County School Corporation, School Boards, Indiana
Board approved routine interim claims payment authority, a policy for gift-card purchases for employees and transfers totaling $3,000,000 from education to operations during 2025 (two $1.5M transfers), all by unanimous vote.
Kennewick School District, School Districts, Washington
Kennewick’s Tri-Tech skill center modernization project is underway under a state grant; the district reviewed contractor selection, temporary campus arrangements, reimbursement timing and other capital updates including Southridge heating repairs and summer paving bids.
Scranton, Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania
A resident told council engineers and the DPW director that groundwater and alleged mine-related runoff are causing erosion that threatens multiple properties near Robinson Park and asked the city to take the issue seriously and conduct testing.
Ocoee, Orange County, Florida
The commission voted unanimously to annex a 0.36-acre lot at 283 Tenth Avenue from Orange County into the City of Ocoee and to rezone it from county residential to city R1 single-family; the annexation and rezoning were supported by staff and planning commissions.
Boone County, Indiana
After extended debate about whether to impose time limits on elected members’ remarks, the council voted 4–3 to add a council-comments item at the end of the agenda with a five-minute limit per meeting for council member remarks.
Lake County, Colorado
The Lake County Board of County Commissioners met at 2:00 p.m. for a special meeting and voted to enter an executive session to discuss negotiation strategy for a master development plan involving county property subject to U.S. Forest Service permitting, citing CRS 24-6-402(4)(e).
Friendswood City, Galveston County, Texas
The Friendswood Planning & Zoning Commission assigned members to standing planning and ordinance subcommittees and said recently obtained grant funding will increase use of the planning subcommittee on the comprehensive plan and future land-use map.
Buellton City, Santa Barbara County, California
The City of Buellton authorized a $16,000 agreement with the city's on‑call traffic engineer to revise traffic impact analysis guidelines to align with the ongoing comprehensive general plan update and recent CEQA and Caltrans changes.
Criminal Justice Information Authority, Illinois, C, Boards and Commissions, Executive, Illinois
Mary Anne Dyer, program director of Adult Redeploy Illinois at the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority, outlined the details of a Notice of Funding Opportunity (NOFO) that makes $1,500,000 available for local implementation grants to expand prison-diversion programs in Illinois.
Jim Wells County, Texas
Commissioners approved an offer to purchase tax-foreclosed property; the bid and sale costs were disclosed and proceeds were distributed among Jim Wells County, City of Alice, Alice ISD and Alice Water Authority.
District and school leaders reported student assessment results for the Spanish-English dual-language immersion program, noted technical testing issues, and urged consistent staffing and long-term program planning to sustain student progress as cohorts age into middle school.
Kennewick School District, School Districts, Washington
District finance staff presented a preliminary 2025–26 budget showing revenue increases from state formula changes and special-education boosts, offset by higher health-insurance costs. The district now projects a preliminary deficit of roughly $640,000, down from a previously forecast $5.5 million shortfall.
Keizer, Marion County, Oregon
At its Jan. 2 meeting the Keizer Community Diversity Engagement Committee advanced a draft definition of "justice," agreed to seek broader input, and postponed election of chair and vice chair to its February meeting. Members also approved minutes and directed staff to solicit feedback on the draft definitions.
Boone County, Indiana
The Boone County Area Planning Commission voted to forward petition 25W-23-044 (the 47 Commons PUD) to the county commissioners with a favorable recommendation after the petitioner agreed to use restrictions, a limit on on-site wells, a traffic-impact study and written voluntary commitments.
Ocoee, Orange County, Florida
The commission adopted an initial resolution to set a new fire protection assessment rate and scheduled a public hearing for July 15. Staff said the fee increase would move the per-unit rate from $69.50 to about $139 and would cover an estimated 36% of fire protection costs; the remainder would remain in the general fund.
Natural Resources - Reclamation Mining & Safety Division, State Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Colorado
The Natural Resources Reclamation Mining & Safety Division presented guidance on respirator use, silica dust hazards, engineering controls, fit testing and cartridge maintenance during a safety training segment.
Boone County, Indiana
Boone County Highway Director Nick Barr told council that a recently passed state road-funding bill reduces the Community Crossings pot and ties a new distribution to jurisdictions that adopt a wheel tax, creating both funding uncertainty and a potential local tax choice.
California Volunteers, Agencies under Office of the Governor, Executive, California
A presenter on the I Heart SoCal show said California Service Corps members helped stand up shelters, assist with FEMA forms and worked with the American Red Cross, YMCA and local food banks during the Los Angeles wildfires, and encouraged Californians to sign up at caservicecorp.com.
Trophy Club, Denton County, Texas
The EDC reviewed a draft FY2025-26 budget proposing $776,250 in revenues and $741,763 in expenditures, discussed revenue assumptions, grant funding levels for the Thrive program, an incentive fund, and available fund balance; the board directed staff to revise Thrive to $150,000 and to bring the final budget back for approval in June.
Buellton City, Santa Barbara County, California
City finance staff presented a proposed two-year budget that projects modest surpluses while asking council to decide separately on proposed employee benefits and pay adjustments including a medical benefit increase, a $750 monthly housing allowance and department-head raises.
Kennewick School District, School Districts, Washington
Multiple Amistad Elementary teachers spoke at the Kennewick School District meeting to defend their experience and ask for clearer board visit practices after a prior discussion about the school’s performance. Superintendent Dr. Pierce and board members clarified that earlier remarks had been miscommunicated and offered to increase school visits.
Keizer, Marion County, Oregon
Councilors discussed exploring an income‑ or age‑based utility discount for residents 60 and over. Staff said Keizer currently mirrors Salem’s wastewater discount (self‑attestation in place) but does not have a separate 60+ program; council asked for financial modeling to inform the next budget cycle (FY 26‑27).
Rockingham County, New Hampshire
Commissioners directed departments to stop issuing meal vouchers and to reduce catering after staff reported higher invoices under a new vendor billing cycle and necessary one‑time emergency food purchases for facilities.
Scranton, Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania
Council adopted a series of resolutions and authorizations to submit federal and state grant applications and to contract for design and equipment for parks, streetscape and stormwater projects, including a $3 million Pittston Avenue request and $425,080 for Fawn Woods stormwater phase 2.
Levy, School Districts, Florida
The Levy County School Board approved a batch of posted policies, accepted minutes from the April 22 meeting, approved the consent and finance consent agendas and nominated two members to the Value Adjustment Board (VAB).
Keizer, Marion County, Oregon
Councilors raised succession planning and staffing needs for Public Works and other lead positions after City Attorney Bill Lawyer noted his planned retirement in April 2027; staff said succession is an administrative matter and will bring recommendations if assistance is needed.
Boone County, Indiana
Council approved moving funds to pay a planning consultant and agreed to table a separate request to appropriate up to $400,000 for the comprehensive plan until June while APC provides a payment schedule and contract details.
Keizer, Marion County, Oregon
Councilors agreed to hold a series of town halls and work sessions: a community-listening town hall (open format), plus town halls on the urban growth boundary (UGB) and fluoride, and staff scheduled work sessions for sidewalks (July) and streetlights (August); parks tour is planned for September.
Franklin City, Williamson County, Tennessee
The Franklin Municipal Planning Commission on May 22 voted to defer consideration of Ordinance 2025-10, which would rezone 19.43 acres at 408 Century Court from Civic Institutional (CI) to Heavy Industrial (HI), to the June 26 meeting after staff discovered an error in the mailed public notice.
Rockingham County, New Hampshire
The board voted to request that Harvey Construction provide receipts for outside purchases tied to monthly payment applications, citing missing invoice backup and concerns over tools and materials that should become county property.
Ocoee, Orange County, Florida
After months of cancelled meetings, commissioners debated using a special magistrate versus restructuring the city's Code Enforcement Board. The commission voted to keep the seven-member board and open applications to fill vacancies while staff will follow up to address attendance and backlog issues.
Christian County, Missouri
The commission approved a $67,992.36 campus change order, a $37,031 building change order and a $12,000 maintenance change for a jail manhole cover; officials pressed for improved coordination with the City of Ozark to avoid future costs.
Keizer, Marion County, Oregon
Councilors were briefed that the Transportation System Plan update is expected to take 12–18 months and that state planning rules shift emphasis away from congestion alone toward multimodal performance; councilors asked staff to consider short‑ and long‑term responses to River Road congestion as part of the TSP process.
Levy, School Districts, Florida
Cadets and the JROTC instructor described program structure, leadership roles, teams and eligibility rules and said the unit could not attend state competitions after a drop in available funding.
Boone County, Indiana
County attorney presented the MOU with the Indiana Economic Development Corporation and outlined requirements for an economic development payment; council voted to empower the council president to sign a letter of support identifying the project, nexus, amount and budget account.
Scranton, Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania
Council introduced a resolution declaring support for preserving the federal tax exemption for municipal bonds; public commenters urged the council to oppose changes that could raise local borrowing costs.
Levy, School Districts, Florida
The board approved a petroleum contract with United Fuels and awarded five roofing contracts for summer work; staff noted the United Fuels submission arrived unsealed but recommended proceeding because the vendor was the only responsive bidder and has a long history with the district.
Keizer, Marion County, Oregon
Keizer councilors on Feb. 24 pressed staff for clearer options on sidewalk gap funding and repair policy while staff described a recruitment effort to add a Community Service Officer to augment code enforcement capacity.
Keizer, Marion County, Oregon
Keizer councilors directed staff to investigate options related to the Willow Lake settlement agreement and to pursue updates to the city's housing capacity analysis and economic opportunity analysis; staff said Salem is preparing data-driven analyses and the city will return with next steps and potential needs for legal or planning support.
Levy, School Districts, Florida
District mentors described a multi-tiered coaching program aimed at helping teachers on temporary certificates complete the Professional Learning Certification Program (PLCP), improve classroom practice and raise staff retention rates.
Jim Wells County, Texas
The court certified proceeds from an auction for Road and Bridge Precinct 1, authorizing a budget amendment to use $21,765.60 to purchase equipment through BuyBoard; motion approved by voice vote.
Christian County, Missouri
The Christian County Commission voted to award the county's four-year bank depository contract to Guaranty Bank, a change driven by a higher interest formula; officials said a courier service will mitigate convenience concerns from switching away from the longtime incumbent, Ozark Bank.
Keizer, Marion County, Oregon
Councilors discussed a short‑term parks agenda that includes a parks master plan revision, a volunteer-led 'Big Toy' refurbishment (playground surfacing and cosmetic repairs), intercept survey work at Kaiserfest for a proposed pavilion, and potential budget shifts that could delay parts of the Bob Newton Park project.
Huntington Township, Adams County, Pennsylvania
Huntington Township Planning Commission members and residents spent the May meeting focusing on heavy truck traffic and land‑development activity tied to a conditionally approved plan for a JVI (also referenced as JBI in the record) site on Old Harrisburg Road.
Los Banos, Merced County, California
A downtown property owner questioned the use of Property-Based Improvement District funds and urged the city to enforce audits of the Downtown Association after saying $750,000 had been collected with little visible revitalization.
Los Banos, Merced County, California
Independent auditors issued an unmodified (clean) opinion on the City of Los Banos fiscal 2023–24 financial statements and a clean single‑audit on major federal programs; the council adopted Resolution 6,934 accepting the audit.
High Springs, Alachua County, Florida
The City Commission appointed Eagle Scout Zach Nickel and alternate-turned-full-member Janelia Avila to fill two openings on the mayor’s youth council; one full seat and one alternate remain open.
Jim Wells County, Texas
County officials reported a preliminary SBA assessment, a staffed disaster assistance center that served hundreds, continued ISTAT intake at the courthouse and ongoing county brush and debris removal including permitted burning.
Keizer, Marion County, Oregon
City staff told the Keizer City Council they contracted a consultant to update the city’s emergency operations plan to add response annexes for man-made incidents; Marion County grant funding covers the consultant, and staff expect the update to be completed by December 2025, dependent on the consultant schedule.
High Springs, Alachua County, Florida
Fire Chief Shepherd briefed the City Commission that Station 21’s opening has reduced some dispatches, the department will negotiate an Alachua County interlocal contract, plans to present fire-assessment fee changes in June, and is budgeting for a medium-duty rescue, preventive vehicle maintenance and bunker-gear replacement.
2025 Legislature NV, Nevada
Senate Finance on Wednesday considered an amended SB 156 that would remove statutory sections creating a separately funded Office for the Prevention of Gun Violence; the Attorney General's Office said it can carry out the remaining duties within existing staff hours.
High Springs, Alachua County, Florida
At a High Springs City Commission budget workshop, IT staff outlined regulatory requirements, operational metrics, a $60,000 reduction in professional services, and a capital server purchase intended to shorten recovery time after an outage.
Keizer, Marion County, Oregon
The Volunteer Coordinating Commission (VCC) of Keizer voted on multiple appointments and approved sending a proposal for exit and “stay” interviews for volunteer committee members to the Keizer City Council during its Nov. 14 meeting.
Los Banos, Merced County, California
Pear Street Consulting presented a draft Merced County Age and Disability Friendly Action Plan, a five‑year framework the county will take to the Board of Supervisors; the consultant said the plan focuses on communications, transportation and affordable housing and seeks city partnership for implementation.
2025 Legislature NV, Nevada
The Nevada Senate Finance Committee on Wednesday heard testimony on Assembly Bill 581, a supplemental appropriation request to move State General Fund dollars into the Nevada Department of Corrections to cover anticipated shortfalls, largely driven by overtime and staffing gaps.
Williamson County, Illinois
Commissioners and staff reviewed proposals for a transient contractor or peddler-style licensing program to protect residents from fly‑by‑night contractors after the tornado; discussion focused on scope, enforcement, bonding and whether the requirement should apply countywide or only within declared disaster zones.
2025 Legislature NV, Nevada
The Assembly Committee on Ways and Means advanced more than two dozen bills in a long morning work session on May 27, 2025, sending measures on child welfare, prescription drug pricing, paid family leave, automated traffic enforcement and other subjects to the Assembly floor while taking testimony on several senate bills including newborn screening funding and Lake Tahoe environmental bonds.
Beech Grove City Schools, School Boards, Indiana
No civic articles: graduation/commencement ceremony, not a public governing-body meeting.