What happened on Saturday, 14 June 2025
Department of Health & Environment, State Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Kansas
Sunflower Foundation reported more than $90 million received and $75.3 million bank balance as of May 31; the board unanimously approved a Sunflower administrative invoice and two grant budget changes: reallocating a fentanyl tester to a sheriff’s office and increasing capital funding for an ER safe room.
FAIRFAX CO PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
The Title I Parent Advisory Committee recommended maintaining focus on closing reading gaps in Title I schools, expanding professional development and supplemental literacy programs, and improving communications and family engagement structures to increase take‑up of available supports.
Talking Rock, Pickens County, Georgia
Officials summarized a new state requirement — enacted in 2025 by House Bill 581 and revised by House Bill 92 — that introduces an "estimated rollback rate" for property tax notices. The council said Talking Rock’s estimated rollback rate is 1.981 and that it will not change the town’s millage this year.
Department of Health & Environment, State Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Kansas
After lengthy debate about precedent and allowable expenses, the KFA board agreed to table a New Beginnings request to reclassify roughly $26,341 in medical expenditures to its KFA grant and to decide the matter at the July meeting.
Hollidaysburg, Blair County, Pennsylvania
Residents described a June 4 dog attack and ongoing sidewalk disrepair at a council meeting; council members said they will place dog enforcement and sidewalk concerns on next month’s agenda and follow up with the county dog warden and borough code staff.
Wiseburn Unified, School Districts, California
A district staff member summarized Wiseburn Unified School District’s year-end accomplishments, citing adoption of Eureka Math Squared, trauma-informed work with Capturing Kids’ Hearts, Measure EE investments, new and planned sports facilities, arts and athletics successes, and a district data dashboard showing gains in student achievement.
Cape Coral City, Lee County, Florida
Summary of formal actions taken at the June 13 Youth Council meeting, including procedural adoptions and project continuations.
Hollidaysburg, Blair County, Pennsylvania
Hollidaysburg Borough Council granted conditional-use approval for Citrine Holistic Canine Parlor at 208 Union Street, with conditions that changes of use, building alterations or signage must meet zoning rules and that the applicant sign an acceptance of the conditions.
Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB), Departments and Agencies, Executive, Texas
THECB student work group reported that students identified communication and consistency as the top issues after a learning management system migration; the committee discussed ways to amplify student voices for state and national surveys.
FAIRFAX CO PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
The Student Health Advisory Committee recommended new sleep awareness measures, an intentional technology‑use framework and a bell‑to‑bell phone‑free school day; the committee also urged replacing some digital citizenship curricula and strengthening social‑emotional learning implementation.
Scott County, Kentucky
Following an executive session, the court voted to file a lien for unpaid civil fines tied to a code-enforcement violation at 108 Kimberly Cove Lane and authorized pursuing judicial remedies if the violation is not remedied within 60 days.
Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB), Departments and Agencies, Executive, Texas
THECB research subcommittee reported interest in AI topics including academic integrity, institutional student‑support bots, and 'student bots' posing as learners; BABE consultants will present digital course material survey findings to THECB staff in July.
Cape Coral City, Lee County, Florida
After a recent Cape Coral hurricane‑preparedness expo, council members reported good turnout and suggested a backup communications contact and a 12‑month posting plan; staff cautioned that emails are public records and promised to check rules about shared social accounts.
Talking Rock, Pickens County, Georgia
The Talking Rock council reviewed structural problems at the town’s schoolhouse museum and directed staff to obtain engineering assessments and a detailed scope of work before soliciting construction bids or committing larger funds.
Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB), Departments and Agencies, Executive, Texas
THECB LTAC voted to have the operations subcommittee remain the reviewer for the current IPDE cycle, directed staff to investigate wider SmartSheets use for reviews, and scheduled a follow-up meeting to consider process improvements.
Cape Coral City, Lee County, Florida
The council voted to continue the long-running Lovelocks heart sculpture project for Cultural Park, confirmed donations and partial city support, and asked for a volunteer to take over leadership of the effort.
FAIRFAX CO PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
The Advanced Academics Program Advisory Committee urged earlier, division‑wide career and course planning, expansion of dual‑enrollment, and supports so students from more schools can access Advanced Placement, International Baccalaureate and dual‑enrollment courses.
Morris Township, Morris County, New Jersey
The Morris Township Committee unanimously approved Resolution 131‑25 on June 11, 2025, accepting the planning board's recommendation to designate portions of Block 1901 (Catch Road/West Hanover Ave) as a non‑condemnation redevelopment area under New Jersey's Local Redevelopment and Housing Law for a proposed 100% affordable housing site.
Talking Rock, Pickens County, Georgia
Councilors and residents discussed a phased plan to add sidewalks and crosswalks in Talking Rock, with staff preparing engineer drawings for GDOT review. A proposed pedestrian bridge is still constrained by flood‑plain and state‑highway requirements that must be resolved before grant funding can be pursued.
Cape Coral City, Lee County, Florida
Members proposed multiple project ideas including a movie night, donation drives and a mental-health survey; juniors were asked to submit one-page proposals for full discussion at the next meeting.
PORT WASHINGTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
A Port Washington Union Free School District committee advanced a new student personal electronic‑devices policy for a first read and asked administrators and attorneys to refine enforcement language, translation/distribution wording and reporting details before adoption by the board.
Cape Coral City, Lee County, Florida
Advisors and members flagged that the strategic plan document in the meeting packet appears to be out of date; the council agreed to locate the most recent version and resume detailed edits at the next meeting.
Scott County, Kentucky
The county attorney asked the court to approve using a psychologist from the circuit to perform required guardianship evaluations; the court approved contracting with the named psychologist and noted the expense is budgeted.
FAIRFAX CO PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
Members of the Advisory Committee on Students with Disabilities told the Fairfax County School Board that gaps between policy intent and student experience remain; the committee recommended improved data collection, earlier inclusion strategies and better use of the committee as a public-facing communications partner.
Pickens County, School Districts, Georgia
A summary of motions and outcomes recorded during the Pickens County Board of Education meeting, including approvals for personnel actions, budget amendments, meal-price changes, technology purchases and easements.
Johnson County, Kansas
Chair Mike Kelly moved that staff use any additional funds from revised assessed valuations to fully or proportionally fund undersupported nutrition, utility-assistance and food-pantry requests; the motion passed 6–1.
Cape Coral City, Lee County, Florida
The Cape Coral Youth Council confirmed continuation of its Adopt-a-Road cleanup program and voted to hold cleanups every other month; the program remains mandatory for senior members with a 70% attendance requirement.
Pasco City, Franklin County, Washington
The hearing examiner heard staff and applicant testimony on a zoning-determination request tied to a Big Sky developers annexation; staff recommended R-1 low-density residential for about 6.23 acres and the examiner will forward a recommendation to City Council near the time of the council’s annexation hearing.
Talking Rock, Pickens County, Georgia
The Talking Rock Town Council voted to allocate $3,000 from its special projects fund to pay the startup cost for a billboard promoted by local business owners. Several business owners urged the town to share ongoing monthly costs and raised broader concerns about transparency, event support and follow-through on town projects.
Johnson County, Kansas
The Board of County Commissioners approved an $8,100 contractual increase to United Community Services’ human-services fund allocation for FY2026 after discussion of city participation and program beneficiaries; the vote was 5–2.
Scott County, Kentucky
The fiscal court approved a sick-leave buyback policy intended to reward consistent attendance and support employee retention; the program aligns with the Family and Medical Leave Act considerations and will take effect with buyback purchases later in the calendar year.
General Government Operations and Appropriations , Legislative, Guam
A bill intended to increase Guam’s available rental housing by authorizing temporary business licenses for inspected residential units received general support June 11, but agency witnesses urged clearer standards and oversight.
Pickens County, School Districts, Georgia
Pickens County Board approved a revision to board policy JBCB allowing students who live out of county to attend Pickens County Schools if a parent or grandparent works for the district or if the student resides in Dawson County within Big Canoe; the district will not provide transportation for out‑of‑county students.
Pasco City, Franklin County, Washington
A special-permit application for two 4,122 sq. ft. buildings—a restaurant/nightclub and an adjacent dance hall—was presented to the City of Pasco hearing examiner; the applicant proposes 50 on-site parking stalls but staff says 109 are required, and the applicant expects to secure a shared-parking agreement with the city for adjacent parking.
Johnson County, Kansas
The Board of County Commissioners voted to fund several outside agencies at the amounts included in the proposed FY2026 budget and directed staff to schedule substantive reviews and study sessions on future county funding and accountability.
General Government Operations and Appropriations , Legislative, Guam
A bill that would let the Department of Revenue and Taxation enter into driver‑license reciprocity agreements with foreign countries drew questions about fraud prevention, scope and rules for returning surrendered foreign licenses.
Pickens County, School Districts, Georgia
The board approved Carol Daniel Construction as construction manager for Hill City Elementary and received timeline updates for multiple capital projects including the Pickens High School remodel, track and Grove facility.
Johnson County, Kansas
Johnson County commissioners discussed funding body cameras for corrections and MEDACT and agreed to leave the equipment requests unfunded in the FY2026 budget until after the November public-safety sales tax vote; staff said revised assessed valuations may free up additional funds.
General Government Operations and Appropriations , Legislative, Guam
A legislative hearing considered Bill 84‑38 COR to allow veterans with verified military driver training to receive Guam chauffeur endorsements without repeating civilian testing; officials said the measure appears administrative with no immediate fiscal impact but asked for verification steps and clarifications on endorsements and documentation.
Scott County, Kentucky
The court approved three EMS hires (one full-time paramedic and two part-time EMTs) and staff reported the new EMS station will begin running calls on June 16 after completing Medicare compliance steps; equipment and facility punch lists remain underway.
Pasco City, Franklin County, Washington
The City of Pasco hearing examiner heard staff and applicant testimony on a special permit to add a 4,800 sq. ft. worship addition at 3211 West Burnett Road; staff recommended approval with conditions and the examiner closed the public record and said a written decision will follow within 10 working days.
Terrell, Kaufman County, Texas
Private investors detailed more than $2 million in downtown renovations; staff updated the board on Complete Streets plans and proposed a raised‑table Catherine Street plaza to create flexible event space.
Bangor City, Penobscot County, Maine
A proposal to convert one Main Street space to a 15-minute loading zone drew mixed views from nearby property owners and businesses; staff recommended a conversion of one spot but committee members expressed it was unnecessary given underused private lots.
Grand Island, Erie County, New York
The Grand Island Economic Development Advisory Board advanced plans to paint traffic-control boxes with island-themed artwork, formed a subcommittee to draft application and supply guidelines and asked town staff to check permissions and legal requirements, including DOT permission and liability waivers.
Bangor City, Penobscot County, Maine
Penobscot Theatre asked the committee for an additional accessible parking space near its entrance; committee members asked staff to verify traffic, statutory requirements and feasibility and invited the theater to the next meeting.
Terrell, Kaufman County, Texas
Devonna Thomas told the board she has final renovation plans and a contractor for the BMT Center and will submit permits to convert the building into a youth center and café.
St. Clair County, Michigan
At a June 13 special meeting the St. Clair County Board of Commissioners approved a ninth extension of Pulaski’s landfill operating contract, extending the term to Sept. 30, 2025; the measure passed by roll call with all recorded votes in favor.
Bangor City, Penobscot County, Maine
Committee members reviewed a Sewell parking analysis that shows a large supply-demand deficit in Zone 1 and debated how private, underused lots and lack of time-specific metrics affect perceived parking shortages.
Bangor City, Penobscot County, Maine
The Downtown Parking Advisory Committee voted to reassign roughly half of staff-designated spaces near Bangor City Hall to general public parking, and recommended making nearby short-term spaces one hour (not 30 minutes) with a pilot review period.
Terrell, Kaufman County, Texas
Staff reviewed the park master plan with improvement ideas and probable costs for Arley White, Stallings and Breezy Hill parks. Members debated permanent vs. modular restrooms and asked staff to pursue risk‑reducing procurement steps and more detailed cost breakdowns for tile courts, restrooms and scoreboards.
Grand Island, Erie County, New York
The Grand Island Economic Development Advisory Board agreed to scope a “one-stop” community calendar and to ask a DECA student to research options; the board will send a preliminary scope to the town board liaison and invite the DECA advisor and student to the July meeting.
Sequim, Clallam County, Washington
After discussing two options, the Sequim Planning Commission asked planning staff to draft a short code amendment that would require the commission to determine its annual work plan by July each year and to circulate the draft to the commission before forwarding it to council.
Northampton City, Hampshire County, Massachusetts
At its June 12 meeting the School Committee approved multiple procedural and financial items — including minute approvals, budget transfers, acceptance of NEF grants and renewal of a special-education transportation contract — and heard extended public comment about NHS scheduling gaps.
Union County, Illinois
The board approved an addendum to the county engineer's employment agreement to reflect the Illinois Department of Transportation (IDOT) 2025 minimum salary list and set future raises annually by board majority but not below IDOT minimums.
United Nations, Federal
A United Nations representative described reported Israeli air strikes on Iran that struck military and nuclear sites and caused civilian casualties, said Iran launched retaliatory drones and missiles, and urged both sides to show restraint and pursue diplomacy to avoid wider regional war.
Sequim, Clallam County, Washington
The commission reviewed the draft Community Character chapter for Sequim's comprehensive plan, suggested edits (removing an individual site callout and reducing duplicative wording), and heard staff updates that Leland Consulting is under contract for land-capacity and market studies and that state grant deliverables are largely complete.
Pickens County, School Districts, Georgia
CFO Amy Smith reported the district has collected about 88% of budgeted revenue and expects about $12 million in fund balance; the board approved the FY25 budget amendment, FY26 spending resolution and FY26 salary schedules among other fiscal items.
Lynn Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
After a months-long budget process and a public hearing, the Lynn School Committee approved a $269.5 million FY2026 budget, voting separately on teacher salaries, non‑teacher salaries and non‑salary items. Administration revised the proposal to restore seven clinician positions by reallocating administrative savings.
Senate, Committees, Legislative, Kansas
At a KFA board meeting, members approved a $110,375.94 administrative invoice to Sunflower Foundation, approved two grant budget changes (including fentanyl tester placement and a $17,132 ER safe-room capital reallocation) and tabled a request to allow $26,341 in surgical expenses reported by New Beginnings pending further review.
Union County, Illinois
The Union County Board discussed a low bid of about $258,000 for the Union Springs Road bridge, funding from the Township Bridge Program (TBP) and a recent state grant application; the contract has been submitted for signature and final execution is pending.
Scott County, Kentucky
The court voted to extend for two months a moratorium on acceptance and review of RV campground applications by the Georgetown-Scott County Planning Commission, continuing work begun under Resolution 24-28.
Wolfeboro Police Commission, Wolfeboro, Carroll County, New Hampshire
At a Wolfeboro Police Commission meeting, the police chief updated commissioners on staffing, body-worn camera receipt and training, accreditation work, drone training and department anniversaries; the commission accepted minutes and adjourned.
Terrell, Kaufman County, Texas
The board reviewed bids for a smart‑irrigation system at Ben Gill Park that would be built in phases, starting with two full‑size soccer fields, and deferred a funding decision to a July budget workshop.
Grand County Boards and Commissions, Grand County, Utah
Grand County�Audit Committee members discussed delayed component-unit audits, a new request from the state auditor to test Transient Room Tax (TRT) promotional spending, and next steps to avoid a qualified audit opinion. The committee approved minutes from June 4 and directed staff to convene component-unit leaders and the state auditor.
Sequim, Clallam County, Washington
The Sequim Planning Commission on June 3 recommended the proposed 2026–2031 Transportation Improvement Program conform to the comprehensive plan and asked the City Council to schedule the required public hearing, advancing a slate of street, safety and pedestrian projects including a proposed $4.7 million North Third Avenue Complete Street phase.
Show Low, Navajo County, Arizona
At a "Time Capsule" program at the Show Low Museum, attendees recounted firefighting during the Rodeo Teta Sky Fire, praised daily TV updates by Forest Service employee Jim Paxson and remembered Smokey the Bear's rescue and burial in El Capitan, New Mexico.
Wolfeboro Police Commission, Wolfeboro, Carroll County, New Hampshire
Members of the police commission said they will pursue a warrant/petition article and seek legislative approval to increase the commission from three to five members; they discussed timing and whether interim appointments would be allowed if voters approve the change in 2026.
Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board, State Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Kansas
At its remote meeting the Behavior Analyst Advisory Committee approved its agenda and the minutes from the April 11, 2025 meeting and later adjourned by motion.
Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board, State Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Kansas
Committee members discussed artificial intelligence tools and ethical considerations for autistic populations, and reviewed the fraught legislative history of proposed continuing-education hours for cultural diversity (DEI). The committee agreed to continue the AI conversation and keep DEI on future agendas.
Wolfeboro Police Commission, Wolfeboro, Carroll County, New Hampshire
The police chief briefed the board on a planned June 14 peaceful protest, saying the department expects to protect free‑speech rights while preserving safety; he reported outreach to neighboring towns, the sheriff and state police and warned of potential counter‑protest activity and associated costs.
Northampton City, Hampshire County, Massachusetts
Students, parents and school staff told the Northampton School Committee on June 12 that budget-driven teacher shortages have left more than 75 rising NHS seniors with “holes” in their schedules. The committee authorized the superintendent to move quickly to restore positions and agreed to seek additional one-time funding for related needs.
Scott County, Kentucky
The fiscal court approved purchase of up to $150,000 for playground equipment at Great Crossing Park (equipment only), removed colored crumb rubber from the current purchase, and held an extended discussion of a multi-phase vision that includes additional ball fields, a large playground overhaul and parking improvements.
Terrell, Kaufman County, Texas
The Park and Downtown Improvement Corporation voted Thursday to approve three awards tied to 313 Westmore — the future Terrell Social venue — and a separate reimbursement for 115 North Francis.
Vermont States Colleges, Public Universities: Board of Trustees Meetings, School Districts, Vermont
The Vermont State Colleges Board of Trustees approved the fiscal 2026 operating budget (within the planned $5 million bridge), agreed to modest tuition increases for CCV and Vermont State University, and voted to reappoint the Community College of Vermont president and extend the chancellor’s contract following an executive session.
Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board, State Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Kansas
The advisory committee heard multi-topic operations updates from BSRB executive director David Fye on migration to a new licensing system (Accela), document-retention modernization and a multi-step process to update unprofessional-conduct regulations across seven professions.
Pickens County, School Districts, Georgia
Pickens County School District received a six-year accreditation from Cognia and reported across-the-district test-score gains and a strong class of 2025 outcome, officials said during the board meeting.
Wolfeboro Police Commission, Wolfeboro, Carroll County, New Hampshire
The police chief and board discussed the new Public Safety Building lobby window; the chief cited CJIS confidentiality concerns as the reason the window is one‑way and said staff will explore design changes that preserve privacy while improving public visibility.
Evanston, Cook County, Illinois
At a joint meeting, Evanston committees voted to accept updates to the 2025–2029 Consolidated Plan and 2025 action plan after final HUD grant awards exceeded earlier estimates; the committees also revised the citizen participation plan to avoid required joint meetings for future substantial amendments.
Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board, State Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Kansas
The Behavior Analyst Advisory Committee of the Kansas Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board heard an update on the board's CE Broker partnership and asked staff to collect user-feedback before pursuing tighter integration.
New York City Council, New York City, New York County, New York
The Council's Oversight and Investigations Committee pressed Department of Investigation Commissioner Jocelyn Strauber on DOI's training, complaint handling and the small number of formal whistleblower protections granted, while witnesses urged faster, clearer processes.
Wolfeboro Police Commission, Wolfeboro, Carroll County, New Hampshire
The board discussed a confusing and unmarked crossing near the Kingswood golf course on Route 28, asked state involvement and requested Department of Justice/ADA guidance; members noted a rapid‑flashing beacon could cost roughly $80,000.
Evanston, Cook County, Illinois
The Evanston Social Services Committee approved application questions and an evaluation rubric to score case-management and safety-net grant requests, voted to open applications in July, and moved the committee's July meeting to Aug. 14.
Palo Alto, Santa Clara County, California
Public works staff reported on the youth climate advisory board, guidance and limits for 120‑volt heat‑pump water heaters in city programs, and Palo Alto’s low‑carbon concrete reach code; the committee also voted to approve its remaining 2025 meeting dates.
2025 Legislature MN, Minnesota
The Senate Committee on Rules and Administration on June 13 approved the chamber's biennial budget and a package of staff compensation and personnel policies, updated travel per diems and comp-time limits, and voted to restore Senator Bobby Joe Champion as chair of the ethics subcommittee after a roll-call vote.
Palo Alto, Santa Clara County, California
The Climate Action and Sustainability Committee voted to recommend the City Council accept an expanded eMobility strategic roadmap that broadens the plan beyond cars to cover e‑bikes, scooters, shared vehicles and integration with transit and grid planning.
Othello School District, School Districts, Washington
McFarland Middle School in the Othello School District held a promotion ceremony for the Class of 2029 that recognized student awards, honored retiring staff, and outlined post-ceremony logistics for families.
Lafourche Parish, School Boards, Louisiana
At the meeting the Greater Lafourche Port Commission approved a series of routine motions by voice vote.
Scott County, Kentucky
The fiscal court authorized a contract for a new fire pumper with an estimated contract price cited by staff as about $1.896 million and a projected 36-month delivery; the purchase is intended to prevent multiple aged engines from remaining in frontline service or aging too long in reserve.
Palo Alto, Santa Clara County, California
City staff presented a scoping plan for a study to model physical, financial and safety impacts of large-scale electrification on Palo Alto’s gas system and sought committee feedback on scenarios and next steps.
DuPage County, Illinois
At a DuPage County meeting, a resident said a proposed animal shelter expansion would create space for adoption events, public education and better animal care, but urged staff to "go slow" with animals that are scared or possibly ill.
Judiciary, House of Representatives, Committees, Legislative, Connecticut
Attorney Ward, interim correctional ombuds, told the Advisory Committee on June 19, 2025, that the office processed 196 complaints received from incarcerated people since late September 2024 but faces a large unreviewed mail backlog, limited staff and an absence of case‑management software.
Scott County, Kentucky
Scott County Fiscal Court agreed to serve as grantee for a Kentucky Product Development Initiative (KPDI) award for grading and site work at Lanes Run Business Park Phase 3, committed $100,000 in local match and approved withdrawing $72,436.43 from the Business Park Expansion Fund to cover the county's half of a sewer privilege fee.
Dickinson County, Kansas
The Dickinson County Board of Commissioners approved the meeting agenda and the consent agenda by voice vote and adopted a resolution reappointing the county appraiser, Lisa Berg, for a four-year term beginning July 1, 2025.
Wolfeboro Police Commission, Wolfeboro, Carroll County, New Hampshire
Officials discussed ramping up parking enforcement and bike patrols this summer as staffing improves; the chief said state highway safety grant funding will help and the department is discussing automated plate/parking‑management technology for the future.
Lafourche Parish, School Boards, Louisiana
The commission accepted a clean audit opinion for fiscal year 2024, approved May invoices including multiple payments over $25,000, accepted preliminary unaudited financial statements and authorized staff travel requests.
Dickinson County, Kansas
Justin Parks, the county IT director, presented a capital plan to replace aging servers and storage. He shared a Dell hardware quote and a lower-cost Lenovo alternative that included migration services; commissioners asked staff to return with more financial detail for a decision.
Lafourche Parish, School Boards, Louisiana
At a regular meeting, the Greater Lafourche Port Commission received status updates on multiple construction and coastal projects, including slip and bulkhead work, airport terminal and fuel repairs, breakwater and marsh restoration, and the Fouchon Beach contract schedule.
Dickinson County, Kansas
Interim emergency communications director reviewed the dispatch budget, staffing constraints, use of 9-1-1 fee fund reimbursements and priorities for training, public education and equipment maintenance.
Bakersfield, Kern County, California
Public comment covered bike-lane safety, illegal dumping on a city/Caltrans parcel, requests for downtown small-business grants, and multiple calls for larger housing and homelessness investments and services.
Dickinson County, Kansas
Tri County Fair Board representative described facility maintenance needs, insurance costs and increased exhibitor participation and asked the commission for $12,000 to support entries, building improvements and bleacher repairs.
Bakersfield, Kern County, California
Council voted to adopt staff-recommended increases to water rates for the city’s domestic water service area for a five-year period to fund treatment upgrades and conservation programs, with the motion passing and Councilmember Weir absent.
Dickinson County, Kansas
A representative from Central Kansas described the nonprofit's multi-layered funding model, the volume of uncompensated care for Dickinson County residents in 2024 and formally requested a 4% increase in the county's per-capita support.
Bakersfield, Kern County, California
City staff presented the proposed fiscal 2025–26 budget and an Assembly Bill 2561 vacancy report showing a 7.64% citywide vacancy rate (155 vacancies). During the public hearing, residents urged larger investments in affordable housing, eviction prevention, mental-health responses and community programs instead of larger increases for the police.
Alexandria City (Independent), Virginia
Following a consultant evaluation, council directed staff to use the summer to develop revised grant and contract approaches for the Alexandria Fund for Human Services, with nonprofit speakers urging larger grants, clearer accountability and a separation of urgent survival services from longer‑term stabilizing grants.
Ithaca City, Tompkins County, New York
Developers presented updated streetscape and terrace designs for 215 College Avenue, showing an accessible intermediate terrace on College and a stepped garden on Linden, and the committee asked for clearer sections, winter renderings and a construction staging plan for the busy College Avenue corridor.
Scott County, Kentucky
The Scott County Fiscal Court unanimously passed Ordinance 25-01 adopting the fiscal year 2025-26 budget and appropriations, a $71.7 million spending plan that includes a 3% cost-of-living adjustment for employees and new public safety positions.
Coos Bay SD 9, School Districts, Oregon
The district reported enrollment down about 56 students from last year and forecasted a longer-term decline consistent with demographic trends; auditors were on-site and the district expects audits to conclude normally.
Ithaca City, Tompkins County, New York
Ithaca Neighborhood Housing Services updated the committee on exterior finishes for the West State Street affordable housing project, discussed murals for stair towers, and raised the possibility of partnering with Ithaca Car Share for on‑site car‑share parking; staff suggested engineering will need to review any conversion of on‑street parking.
Alexandria City (Independent), Virginia
The City Council approved the Robinson Terminal North DSUP, allowing two mixed‑use buildings and roughly one acre of public waterfront open space while adding conditions requiring public disclosure of remediation documents and community briefings on construction health and haul routes.
House of Representatives, House, Committees, Legislative, Puerto Rico
La Comisión de Recreación y Deportes de la Cámara de Representantes celebró una vista pública en la que evaluó el Proyecto de la Cámara 568, que propone crear un calendario deportivo único y regular los eventos deportivos en Puerto Rico, y la Resolución de la Cámara 228, que solicita una investigación sobre el cumplimiento de la Ley 28‑2019 y del reglamento 91‑79 en materia de protección de menores.
Alexandria City (Independent), Virginia
Council approved a DSUP for Goodwin House Alexandria to retain one existing building and build a new 257‑unit age‑restricted building; the project includes seven committed affordable independent living units and contributions to affordable‑housing funds and public amenities.
Utah Public Service Commission, Utah Subcommittees, Commissions and Task Forces, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
ISO officials told Utah regulators that a stepwise governance plan would elevate an independent Western Energy Markets governing body under step 1 and could move market‑rule governance to a separate regional organization under step 2, a change that is tied to California legislation (SB540).
Coos Bay SD 9, School Districts, Oregon
Marshall High School’s AVID elective and site team presented program progress to the board, reporting growth in enrollment, extracurricular participation, AP/dual-enrollment activity and freshman pass rates.
Christian County, Missouri
After Memorial Day weekend storms, Christian County highway staff requested use of emergency funds to repair storm damage; commissioners approved authority to spend up to $115,000 from emergency funds, with staff noting total estimated repairs at about $220,000 and potential FEMA reimbursement if a federal declaration is made.
Wolfeboro Police Commission, Wolfeboro, Carroll County, New Hampshire
Town officials and the police chief discussed recruitment progress, conditional hires and summer staffing projections; the chief said conditional offers and academy attendees could bring the department to full strength by late fall while board members raised overtime and personnel‑management questions.
Hermosa Beach City, Los Angeles County, California
At a June 10 study session, Hermosa Beach City officials presented a balanced FY2026 spending plan with a $34 million capital-improvement program and a 20% general‑fund reserve, while warning of fiscal pressures from county lifeguard/beach‑maintenance and fire contract negotiations, inflation, tariffs and pension costs.
MANHASSET UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
Shelter Rock Elementary held a kindergarten promotion ceremony recognizing students, staff, and volunteers for the 2024–25 school year; remarks and a roll call of students were the meeting's primary items.
Christian County, Missouri
The Christian County Commission approved a one-year renewal of the sheriff’s office detention center food-service contract with Trinity Services Group, taking effect June 15, 2025, that includes a 3.8% price increase; commissioners said the county feeds about 130 inmates on average and voiced support for the vendor’s performance despite the cost.
Alexandria City (Independent), Virginia
Council extended the Braddock West DSUP to October to give staff and the applicant time to address stormwater, phasing and community concerns; residents and a historic lodge representative urged further review and a meeting about a promised lodge space.
Rules and Administration, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Minnesota
On June 13, 2025, the Minnesota Senate Committee on Rules and Administration voted 7–3 to appoint Senator Bobby Joe Champion as chair of the subcommittee on ethical conduct.
Coos Bay SD 9, School Districts, Oregon
Two public commenters told the Coos Bay board they are worried about individuals with criminal charges having access to students and asked how the district will prevent future incidents.
Ithaca City, Tompkins County, New York
Crystal Wright, current operator of the house at 308 North Cayuga Street, sought Planning & Development Board guidance on obtaining a special permit to operate a bed‑and‑breakfast inn; staff confirmed there is presently no active B&B permit and outlined owner‑management and operational conditions applicants must meet.
Christian County, Missouri
The Christian County Commission approved an installation agreement and associated easement with Liberty Utilities to bring permanent electric service to the new county clinic, but commissioners and staff said the project still depends on Liberty scheduling the work and discussed a generator contingency and exterior wall-panel replacement timing.
Rules and Administration, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Minnesota
On June 13, 2025, the Minnesota Senate Committee on Rules and Administration approved its 2025–27 biennial budget and a companion personnel package that includes a 3.5% across‑the‑board pay increase, a 2% merit base, changes to comp‑time caps, deferred‑compensation options, and updated travel per diems.
Alexandria City (Independent), Virginia
Council approved a development special‑use permit extension for a previously approved mixed‑use project at 912–920 King Street after staff reported no design changes and a Planning Commission 7‑0 recommendation; a neighbor asked the council to reconsider and consider a public park instead.
Coos Bay SD 9, School Districts, Oregon
Parents and students urged the Coos Bay SD 9 board to reinstate a recently eliminated high school library clerk position, saying the clerk’s support enables library programming and regional competition teams.
Utah Public Service Commission, Utah Subcommittees, Commissions and Task Forces, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
The California ISO proposed a targeted allocation change to ensure that congestion revenues tied to parallel flows are allocated to the balancing area where transmission customers exercise firm rights, a move officials said would preserve congestion‑cost protection for customers who use point‑to‑point transmission rights under EDAM.
Texas Courts, Judicial, Texas
OCA staff briefed the council on two workforce shortages — certified shorthand reporters and court interpreters — and on pilot uses of technology. The council discussed potential steps including reciprocity/apprenticeship paths for reporters, a study of digital reporting, and use of AI tools to draft translated documents with human validation.
Alexandria City (Independent), Virginia
Residents of the Elite and nearby Ladray senior housing urged council to delay or block an ARHA-backed acquisition and loan guarantee, citing secrecy, possible relocations and building-condition concerns; council did not vote and scheduled further briefings and a vote on June 24.
Events, New Jersey
County and township officials on site in Woodbridge unveiled a new traffic signal, audible pedestrian crossings and ADA ramps at Oaktree Road, part of Middlesex County's Vision 0 road-safety program; officials cited about $1 million in recent work and noted 60 county roadway fatalities last year.
Ithaca City, Tompkins County, New York
Design team for the Water’s Edge mixed‑use project reviewed architectural materials and façade treatments for the two L‑shaped buildings along the Cayuga Inlet, and the committee requested additional visualization of waterfront‑facing ground floor activation and clearer plans for retail viability.
NISKAYUNA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
At its June 13 meeting the Niskayuna Central School District audit committee heard a preliminary audit plan from Bonadio Group and an internal risk-assessment report that identified minor exceptions but no material weaknesses. Committee members discussed food-service unpaid meal charges, athletics cash handling and several controls improvements.
Texas Courts, Judicial, Texas
Crystal Lafpione of the Texas Indigent Defense Commission briefed the council on family‑protection representation and warned that attorney capacity and pay are pressing issues.
Utah Public Service Commission, Utah Subcommittees, Commissions and Task Forces, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
The California ISO told Utah regulators that its greenhouse‑gas bid framework lets resources reflect state GHG compliance costs and that marginal GHG costs, when dispatched, are paid by load in the GHG jurisdiction — not by the broader market.
Board of State Prison Commissioners, Department of Corrections, Executive Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Nevada
The Board of State Prison Commissioners approved minutes from its March 26, 2025 meeting and approved amendments to Administrative Regulation 5.21 (removing unused "high minimum security" language and formalizing the "high risk potential" classification). Both motions passed by voice vote.
Texas Courts, Judicial, Texas
Scott Ehlers, executive director of the Texas Indigent Defense Commission, told the council that the commission received a material but partial funding increase for the next biennium and that SB 2111 — TIDC’s omnibus bill — passed the legislature.
Texas Courts, Judicial, Texas
OCA presented FY24 court performance measures and the Court Analytics Texas project. Filings rose in many civil and felony categories, clearance rates improved broadly, and OCA began receiving criminal case‑level data feeds from Tyler Technologies as an initial pilot.
Board of State Prison Commissioners, Department of Corrections, Executive Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Nevada
A Division of Public and Behavioral Health inspection report identified sanitation and equipment deficiencies across several correctional facilities; NDOC officials said recent capital improvement funding will address many issues and that follow-up reporting will include remediation status.
Board of State Prison Commissioners, Department of Corrections, Executive Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Nevada
Medical leaders told the Board of State Prison Commissioners they have a signed contract for a correctional pharmacy system, real-time medication dispensing (Pyxis), and expanding medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD) with plans to use settlement funds for staffing.
Texas Courts, Judicial, Texas
Council members described the 2025 budget as unusually favorable to the judiciary: a 6% staff raise, targeted increases for attorneys and court coordinators, $12 million to replace the appellate case management system (TAMS), funding for public‑safety report improvements, and more than 53 new FTEs across judicial agencies.
Board of State Prison Commissioners, Department of Corrections, Executive Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Nevada
Silver State Industries told the state prison commissioners it employs roughly 360 offenders across shops that provide welding, auto, mattress, furniture and other production training, and highlighted partnerships that lead directly to post-release employment.
Texas Courts, Judicial, Texas
At a Texas Judicial Council meeting, leaders described passage of SB 293 and related SJR 27 as a historic compromise that raises the district‑judge base salary 25%, changes Judicial Conduct Commission composition pending voter approval of SJR 27, and adds new reporting and accountability requirements for judges.
Westville Town, LaPorte County, Indiana
Residents raised concerns about damaged and folded signs at town entrances and the west roundabout; the council said the signs will be replaced with new standardized signs and staff offered a temporary reattachment until replacements arrive.
Westville Town, LaPorte County, Indiana
Representative from Alexandria Moulding offered to refinish benches, dugouts and concession features at Birchfield Park; council unanimously backed the volunteer project and confirmed planned lighting for the new pickleball courts.
Finance Committee, Ellsworth, Hancock, Maine
City staff said legal counsel advised that charging for police detail at political events could create liability; staff will review the ordinance and return with guidance.
Coos Bay SD 9, School Districts, Oregon
At its June meeting the Coos Bay School District board adopted the 2025–26 budget totaling $77,524,363.36, approved curriculum adoptions and AP materials, authorized student travel to the SkillsUSA national competition, and passed a resolution reallocating appropriations to cover projected overages.
Westville Town, LaPorte County, Indiana
Council heard that the new water main to the Westville Correctional Facility is in use, remote meter installed, and town staff are planning phase 2 and 3 work including extra wells and filtration-plant expansion.
Nottoway County, Virginia
Nottoway supervisors reviewed options to reduce or waive personal-property taxes for volunteer firefighters and EMS personnel — including exempting one vehicle, all personal property, or pairing one vehicle exemption with a real-estate credit — and signaled preliminary support to pursue a one-vehicle exemption to zero as a near-term step.
Westville Town, LaPorte County, Indiana
Town officials said the state legislature requires Westville to redraw its voting-district maps by June 30; staff will forward guidance and may call a special meeting to approve maps.
PERRYTON ISD, School Districts, Texas
The transcript records a ceremonial/commencement speech and contains no civic-substantive discussions or formal actions.
Ithaca City, Tompkins County, New York
Cayuga Park project representatives presented a pared‑down sign package to the city’s Planning & Development Board Project Review Committee on June 13, and were asked to provide clearer before‑and‑after renderings plus an illumination plan before the full board reviews the request.
Finance Committee, Ellsworth, Hancock, Maine
Councilors and staff discussed the status of the decade-old YMCA lease, the building’s multiple tenants and whether the city should assume direct management rather than letting the YMCA control bookings and sub-use.
Fishery Management Council, Pacific, Governor's Office - Boards & Commissions, Executive, Washington
NOAA Fisheries officials told the Pacific Fishery Management Council that President’s Executive Order 14276 (restoring American seafood competitiveness) directs the regional fishery management councils to submit prioritized actions within 180 days to reduce burdens on domestic fisheries, stabilize markets and increase production. NMFS said the EO
Utah Public Service Commission, Utah Subcommittees, Commissions and Task Forces, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
California ISO officials told the Utah Public Service Commission that the Western Energy Imbalance Market has produced multibillion‑dollar benefits and that the ISO is on track to bring an Extended Day‑Ahead Market into operation in May 2026.
Nottoway County, Virginia
Nottoway County building official outlined a plan to move permit costs toward users by shifting a technician to fee-funded operations, switching from a universal permit to individual trade permits, and raising base and per-contract fees; supervisors supported further discussion and asked staff to refine numbers.
Oklahoma County, Oklahoma
At a June 13 special meeting, the Oklahoma County Board of Equalization set fair-market values for multiple commercial and residential properties, agreed to reinstate a previous tax cap on one property, and denied a homeowner's request for tax-exempt status.
Finance Committee, Ellsworth, Hancock, Maine
Finance staff told the Finance Committee that year-to-date revenues are tracking above budget while the city continues its FY25 audit and reviews encumbrance and capital accounting questions raised by councilors.
Wichita County, Texas
Commissioners discussed centralizing vehicle titles and fixed‑asset records in the county auditor's office to prevent lost titles and simplify sales and transfers; staff will draft a proposed policy change for the court to consider.
Board of State Prison Commissioners, Department of Corrections, Executive Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Nevada
Speakers at the Nevada Board of State Prison Commissioners meeting called for expanded digital access to support vocational and college programs as the Department of Corrections begins a statewide tablet rollout that officials say will not replace in-person visits.
Nottoway County, Virginia
A developer seeking to place solar panels on a large historic farm parcel was told the property’s current rural-residential zoning does not allow utility-scale solar; staff said the applicant must pursue rezoning or a special exception and clear any historic-easement reviews.
Lander County , Nevada
The board voted to waive wrecking-yard landfill fees for motor homes and RV trailers when removed by licensed wrecker services as part of obstructed-roadway enforcement and community cleanup.
Wichita County, Texas
Commissioners discussed raising county meal per diems from $20 per meal to better match federal M&IE rates and local costs. No change was made at the June 13 meeting; staff were asked to prepare a revision for court review.
Oxnard City, Ventura County, California
City staff asked the Oxnard City Council to approve a sixth amendment to a rental agreement with Big Truck Rental LLC adding $1,226,541 and extending the contract through June 30, 2026, to rent refuse collection vehicles while a replacement plan and funding are finalized.
Lander County , Nevada
The board approved a contract with US Imaging Inc. to scan, preserve and digitize historical assessor roll books for up to $111,760.25; staff discussed logistics, security and server storage.
Wichita County, Texas
At its June 13 meeting, Wichita County Commissioners received a presentation from risk‑management contractor Steve Owens detailing five‑year auto claim payouts, department-level breakdowns, and workers' compensation results; county staff were asked to follow up with detailed reports on public‑works classifications and jail claims.
Sandusky Boards & Commissions, Sandusky, Erie County, Ohio
The Sandusky finance committee approved the May financial report, hearing staff say year‑to‑date revenues are slightly below last year after a one‑time grant repayment in 2024; committee members discussed funds set aside for a Cedar Fair causeway project and a voter-approved recreation levy for a future recreation center.
Fishery Management Council, Pacific, Governor's Office - Boards & Commissions, Executive, Washington
A union representative told the Pacific Fishery Management Council that recent departures, hiring freezes and canceled contracts have reduced staff at Northwest and Southwest Fisheries Science Centers by roughly 20–25%, creating immediate pressure on surveys, contracts and stock assessment timelines.
SENATE, Committees, Legislative , Vermont
The presiding officer declared the Vermont Senate adjourned because a quorum was not present and set the next meeting for 10 a.m. Monday, June 16, 2025, under Senate Rule 9.
Keystone Central SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The board approved replacement of hallway flooring at Rob Elementary citing tripping hazards and summer timing for work; one board member voted no, citing lack of information.
Lander County , Nevada
The board awarded the construction contract for the Austin Community Center project to Raymark Construction (base bid) following a staff presentation and contractor assurance about bid pricing; the project includes significant site work and retaining walls.
Aransas County, Texas
TAC consultants reported Aransas County’s health plan has run over a 100 percent loss ratio and presented four alternate plan options, including dual‑plan proposals that would have the county pay the employee‑only premium on a lower‑cost base plan while offering the current plan as a buy‑up employees may pay for.
Fishery Management Council, Pacific, Governor's Office - Boards & Commissions, Executive, Washington
The Pacific Whiting Conservation Cooperative told the Pacific Fishery Management Council it intends to apply for an exempted fishing permit to allow at‑sea processing of Pacific whiting between the California–Oregon border and 42°10' north latitude, and proposed full genetic sampling of any salmon encountered.
Eaton County, Michigan
Eaton County amended a decades-old resolution that authorizes immediate payments for items such as payroll, utilities and certain legal services, bringing the language up to date and adding categories required by recent state rules.
Lander County , Nevada
Commissioners debated revisions to the county's Business Improvement Program, including a proposed prorated payback if a business that received grant funds is sold within a fixed period and extending maintenance obligations to five years.
Nottoway County, Virginia
Nottoway County supervisors reviewed a draft airport overlay intended to steer aviation-related businesses to roughly 83–84 acres near Blackstone Municipal Airport, and agreed to send a draft to the planning commission for comment.
Keystone Central SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Board approved a not-to-exceed $200,000 project to add or renovate family and consumer science spaces and related classroom work; the project will go out to public bid and will involve student drafting-class designs and possible donated materials.
Eaton County, Michigan
Public improvements updates: county staff explained a volunteer- and grant-funded native-meadow demonstration at the Conservation District site, reported repair of a failing jail generator and said the Bridal Park West access design passed zoning and engineering proposals are being solicited.
Keystone Central SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
During approval of bills for payment, board members highlighted large legal fees and requested more detailed, itemized reporting to improve oversight.
Whitefish, Flathead County, Montana
City of Whitefish staff ran an on-camera and audio test before a meeting, saying new wall-mounted TVs will replace the projector and confirming the meeting live stream was active; additional monitors had not yet been installed and timing was not specified.
Keystone Central SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The board voted to table two service contracts (River Rock Academy and Netney Learning Services) until both providers present performance data at an upcoming work session.
Lander County , Nevada
The commission approved a zone change and parcel map to allow development of an RV park on a 14.6-acre portion of a larger property in Battle Mountain after the Planning Commission recommendation.
Des Moines City, King County, Washington
City Surface Water staff described O&M responsibilities, inspection schedules for public and private facilities, staffing levels, and asset-management work including corrugated metal pipe assessments and community outreach through the city’s fix-it form.
Fishery Management Council, Pacific, Governor's Office - Boards & Commissions, Executive, Washington
The Pacific Fishery Management Council on June 20 adopted a final package of changes to its limited‑entry fixed‑gear program that allows vessels holding limited‑entry fixed‑gear permits to harvest their quota with any legal non‑trawl gear but excludes entangling nets, such as set, gill and trammel nets.
Aransas County, Texas
County Clerk Misty Kimbrough and several county employees urged Aransas County commissioners on Wednesday to preserve retiree health benefits, saying the promise of post‑employment coverage is critical for recruiting and retaining skilled staff.
Eaton County, Michigan
Human Resources reported a 14.8% vacancy rate, and the board authorized posting and hiring a central dispatcher position to fill a staffing gap in central dispatch.
Oak Park - River Forest SD 200, School Boards, Illinois
The board included in its personnel report the hire of Jen Pester as assistant superintendent for student learning; Pester introduced herself and addressed the board and community.
Grant County, New Mexico
Hill Regional Medical Center reported higher April volumes and a positive operating result for April and year-to-date, with planned capital and operating budgets to be approved July 2 and town halls scheduled across the county.
Grant County, New Mexico
After more than an hour of public comment criticizing animal-killing methods, costs and transparency, the Grant County Commission approved a one-year USDA APHIS wildlife-services agreement (A-25-08). Commissioners stressed accountability and left open the ability to terminate or revisit the contract.
Grant County, New Mexico
Sheriff Villanueva briefed the Grant County Board of Commissioners on personnel and equipment items in his FY26 budget request, seeking authorization for an office assistant in the civil division and clarifying unexpected vehicle and dash-cam funding items.
Miami Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida
Commissioners discussed prioritizing repairs of city‑owned seawalls and exploring programs to help adjacent private property owners time repairs with city work. Staff said the city owns a small portion of seawalls (less than 10 percent) and costs per linear foot have risen substantially.
Wappingers Central School District, School Districts, New York
Wappingers Junior High School held its Class of 2025 promotion ceremony in the school auditorium, with administrators and board members recognizing students, presenting subject-area awards and introducing an inaugural citizenship award named for Jack Antonio Cortez.
Lander County , Nevada
At its June 12, 2025 meeting the Lander County Board of Commissioners approved multiple parcel maps and land-division items, reappointed several local advisory board members, renewed a racetrack lease and approved routine bills and payroll changes.
Eaton County, Michigan
The county's equalization director presented a downtown development authority (DDA) and local development financing authority (LDFA) capture report showing roughly $983,000 in annual lost tax revenue countywide from incremental capture, with specific figures by municipality.
Miami Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida
The committee discussed a $1.5 million recommended PAYGO appropriation to match a grant for flood mitigation in the Miami Beach Police Department employee garage. Some commissioners argued the match would be better spent on neighborhood projects such as West Avenue Phase 3.
Commission on Environmental Quality(TCEQ), Departments and Agencies, Executive, Texas
The Texas Commission on Environmental Quality opened a stakeholder process Nov. 6 to draft a state plan to implement EPA emission guidelines (40 CFR part 60, subpart OOOOc, “Quad O C”) for existing oil and natural gas facilities, outlining applicability, monitoring requirements, and a schedule for public comment through late December.
Eaton County, Michigan
Eric Dealey, Eaton County Director of Technology Services, told commissioners the direct software subscription savings from proposed position cuts are modest (about $30,000 first-year) while hardware and remote-work costs average roughly $2,800 and $750 per user per year respectively; capital replacement needs remain.
Department of Homeland Security
Micah Bach, deputy assistant secretary at the Department of Homeland Security, described federal law enforcement activity in Los Angeles amid recent riots, reported an arrest in the unrest, and highlighted a DHS recruitment expo and Coast Guard Foundation scholarship awards.
Miami Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida
Staff told the committee that FY26 water and sewer requests total about $105 million with roughly $5.3 million available, leaving about $100 million unfunded. The administration recommended dipping into a water/sewer renewal reserve and signaled the need to consider utility rate adjustments and future revenue bonds.
Soledad City, Monterey County, California
City staff told the Planning Commission that a riverbed encampment was cleared and 37 people have received outreach; 24 people are receiving services at a provisional site (990 Los Coches), 11 are on motel vouchers and the city and county expect to open a 16‑bed modular unit site by August with units in place until June 2027.
Keystone Central SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The board voted to renew the professional contract with district solicitor David Lindsay at the same hourly rates as the prior year, though several members objected that the written contract was not included in board materials.
Oak Park - River Forest SD 200, School Boards, Illinois
The board heard a presentation from the Community Finance Committee on a fiscal-stewardship section of a board atlas, including suggested principles and "tool gates" for deciding when to issue debt for capital projects.
Miami Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida
Staff recommended completing the 70 Second Street community complex using parking department funds, finishing a program that staff said had been programmed previously; the overall project cost cited in discussion was about $101.7 million plus adjustments.
Soledad City, Monterey County, California
The Soledad City Planning Commission on June 12, 2025 voted to recommend that the City Council accept draft land‑use and circulation maps for the 2045 general plan and to allow staff to begin environmental review under CEQA.
Des Moines City, King County, Washington
City engineers reported status updates on pipeline, road and estuary projects, including resumed construction on a 24th Avenue South pipeline and 60% design funding for the Des Moines Creek pocket estuary project; staff said they expect design funding decisions in July and an extended construction timeline to 2027 or later.
Oak Park - River Forest SD 200, School Boards, Illinois
After a lengthy programming presentation and public discussion, the board authorized a conceptual-design contract for Project 3 and directed staff to continue community outreach and schematic design work.
Miami Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida
Commissioners clashed over whether to preserve $13.8 million for a new Fire Station 1 versus reallocating funds to deferred maintenance. Supporters said the station is a public‑safety priority and the design has been moved farther from Flamingo Park track.
University of Minnesota, Public Universities Board of Trustees Meeting, School Boards, Minnesota
The Board of Regents and senior leadership recognized new and outgoing senior leaders. Mike Volna was introduced as the new vice president for finance and assistant chief financial officer; Provost Rachel Croson was thanked for five years as executive vice president and provost as she prepares to step down.
Keystone Central SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The board granted the superintendent authority to fill professional (mostly teaching) vacancies during the summer, with conditions noted by board members about salary limits and contract provisions.
Eaton County, Michigan
Controller's preliminary modeling — which removes Delta Township contract revenue and models previously announced personnel reductions — shows revenues exceeding expenses and an estimated projected unassigned fund balance of about $8.7 million. Staff cautioned commissioners that pay and staffing pressures remain and that the model is provisional.
Oak Park - River Forest SD 200, School Boards, Illinois
Oak Park-River Forest Board of Education voted to accept a $1,000,000 donation from the Imagine Foundation to reimburse expenses for Project 2. Donors and district leaders described the gift as part of a larger fundraising effort tied to a state capital grant and the district’s geothermal work.
Miami Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida
Facilities staff told commissioners the city has about $60 million in deferred maintenance. Departments requested $25 million for capital renewal and replacement (CRR) in FY26; staff recommended about $4.5 million and said the commission has increased dedicated CRR millage in recent years.
University of Minnesota, Public Universities Board of Trustees Meeting, School Boards, Minnesota
Senate and consultative committee chairs reported to the Board of Regents on shared-governance work this year, urging continued workforce reinvestment, clarifying general-education next steps, supporting permanent safety fencing for Washington Avenue Bridge and requesting continued attention to implementation impacts of administrative systems.
Des Moines City, King County, Washington
The Des Moines City Council Environment Committee heard a presentation on renewing an interlocal agreement (ILA) with WRIA 9 to fund watershed coordination, grant rounds and regional salmon recovery work; the item was presented as a consent item and no formal ratification vote is recorded in the transcript.
Strafford County, New Hampshire
Officials approved a $17,980,000 tax anticipation note, accepting Camden National Bank’s 3.992% bid after a competing 4.57% offer from JPMorgan; Webster Bank declined to bid, according to the meeting transcript.
Miami Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida
The Finance and Economic Resiliency Committee reviewed a proposed FY26 capital program that requests $327 million, recommends funding about $133 million and leaves roughly $194 million unfunded. Staff outlined funding sources and next procedural steps for finalizing the budget.
Keystone Central SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
After a lengthy discussion about spending, cyber charter costs and monthly budget oversight, the Keystone Central School Board approved the final general fund budget, voting 5–3 to pass the measure that includes a tax increase.
Lawrence Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
LAE trustees voted to approve a student learning time waiver for RISE Academy for two years after Principal Carlos Cordero reported the evening pilot improved retention and graduation outcomes, including 31 graduates this year compared with one the prior year.
Hollidaysburg, Blair County, Pennsylvania
Council heard resident pleas to continue Gaysport stormwater projects, received an update that the state historic preservation office is reviewing phase‑1 findings, and approved a CDBG reallocation that redirects expiring funds to curb and barrier removal projects while preserving future options for the stormwater pond fence.
Building Code Council, Governor's Office - Boards & Commissions, Executive, Washington
The BFRW committee on June 13 heard broad industry and advocacy comment on a proposed embodied-carbon appendix and set a 5 p.m. June 23 deadline for written comments while agreeing to continue technical review at meetings through July.
Lawrence Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
Multiple staff and parents at Frost Elementary urged the LAE board to reconsider or explain the nonrenewal of Principal Dan Thornton, saying Thornton improved morale and advocating for better support services that staff say were removed this year.
Sampson County, North Carolina
Donors pledged roughly $7,000 to restore hours at Newton (Newton Bridal?) Library and county staff agreed to hire two to three temporary part‑time employees to cover those hours through June 30; the hires are time-limited and contingent on continued funding beyond the fiscal year.
Building Code Council, Governor's Office - Boards & Commissions, Executive, Washington
The State Building Code Council's BFRW committee voted June 13 to table a proposed rewrite of EV-charging readiness rules, directing staff to post a consolidated editorial draft and continue technical review at subsequent June and July meetings.
Lawrence Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
The LAE board voted to adopt an amended school-year 2026 budget of $305,026,144, approving memoranda of understanding with labor groups and directing staff to reconcile city–school service charges and net-school-spending calculations with auditors and the city.
Eaton County, Michigan
The board approved a new grant policy that standardizes review and requires departments to account for administrative costs. Staff recommended recovering a 15% de minimis administrative fee (matching federal guidance) to cover county administrative and service-department costs associated with grant execution.
Sampson County, North Carolina
After reviewing small budget corrections that freed about $59,489, commissioners agreed to transfer $800 to the register of deeds, allocate $30,000 to HR training, and place the remaining $28,068.89 in a manager-controlled special training fund for FY27.
Williamson County, Tennessee
The planning commission approved preliminary and final plats for multiple subdivisions across the county, including Susan Hall Hollow, Vista Creek (increase to 18 lots), Village at Triune West, Highland Hills Phase 6, King's Chapel Section 15 and Telfaro, with standard staff conditions and utility notes.
Board of State Prison Commissioners, Department of Corrections, Executive Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Nevada
NDOC’s prison industries program told the board it employs roughly 360 offenders in production shops, provides welding and trade certifications, partners with Western Nevada College and private firms, and is negotiating new opportunities for women at Florence McClure Women’s Correctional Center.
Sampson County, North Carolina
County Manager Hudson laid out a proposed 6¢ property tax increase—including 2¢ for school operating expense, 1¢ to county capital reserve and a half-cent for community college maintenance—and urged commissioners to consider pairing a future local sales-tax referendum to reduce pressure on property taxes.
University of Minnesota, Public Universities Board of Trustees Meeting, School Boards, Minnesota
General Counsel John Peterson reviewed the regents’ code of conduct, framing it as the compass for governance during fiscal and public-policy pressures, and urged regents to use duty of care, loyalty and obedience while avoiding conflicts of interest.
Williamson County, Tennessee
Williamson County planners deferred a decision on the Owen Valley subdivision's nontraditional wastewater treatment site after residents said a private well lies closer than reported and commissioners asked staff to confirm setbacks and required water upgrades.
Board of State Prison Commissioners, Department of Corrections, Executive Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Nevada
NDOC medical leaders reported staffing gains, a new pharmacy system and inventory controls; the department described five years of work to expand medications for opioid use disorder (MOUD), noted acceptance into a SAMHSA policy academy, and said opioid settlement funds will help hire a coordinator.
University of Minnesota, Public Universities Board of Trustees Meeting, School Boards, Minnesota
President Rebecca Cunningham told the Board of Regents the FY2026 budget will require difficult choices including approximately 7% scope reductions systemwide, potential reductions in workforce across units (estimated ~300 FTE overall) and new hiring protocols; federal grant stoppages have already affected 150–200 positions.
Lawrence Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
Administrators reported a record 789 graduates, growing AP participation and early‑college enrollment, and plans to expand dual‑degree pathways and vocational partnerships to increase postsecondary access for Lawrence students.
Board of State Prison Commissioners, Department of Corrections, Executive Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Nevada
A former inmate and program partners urged expansion of education and internet-enabled training as NDOC rolls out tablets; NDOC leaders said tablets will supplement—not replace—in-person visits and outlined program growth and capital upgrades.
Eaton County, Michigan
The board approved a delinquent tax-revolving-fund policy that defines a formula to calculate available surplus and requests annual staff recommendations before transfers to the general fund.
Lawrence Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
The district presented preliminary ACCESS 2025 results showing higher participation and gains in multiple language domains; K–8 progress targets exceeded DESE accountability thresholds and the district reported modest increases in students meeting exit criteria.
University of Minnesota, Public Universities Board of Trustees Meeting, School Boards, Minnesota
The University of Minnesota Board of Regents approved a restructured 2025–26 meeting calendar and elected a slate of officers for the July 1, 2025–June 30, 2027 term. A motion to suspend the bylaws to delay elections failed.
Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board, State Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Kansas
The advisory committee reviewed materials on artificial intelligence and heard that federal legislation could preempt state AI regulation; the board also plans voluntary ‘Jurisprudence Live’ webinars as a no‑fee alternative to a paid jurisprudence exam to improve licensee familiarity with state rules.
LaPorte County, Indiana
With Center Township Fire District no longer available as a polling location, the board asked the public to suggest alternate sites with ample parking and space; staff will contact property owners and vet options before the next election.
Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board, State Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Kansas
The board asked advisory committees to study whether Kansas should consider alternate licensure pathways — including standardized exam options or other models — to address workforce shortages and declining pass rates; no policy decisions were made.
LaPorte County, Indiana
The Election Board accepted amended campaign finance filings, approved vendor documentation tied to Midwest Communications, levied statutory maximum fines for defective reports in two instances, and voted to subpoena bank records for April–October 2024 but stayed that subpoena for 30 days to allow voluntary production of records.
Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board, State Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Kansas
The advisory committee discussed a draft survey report for marriage and family therapy licensees, noting gaps in supervision data, strong interest in multistate compacts, and a plan to focus on two survey questions for the next meeting.
Eaton County, Michigan
The Eaton County Board of Commissioners adopted a new fund-balance policy setting a 10% minimum unassigned fund balance and directing plans to restore reserves if the minimum is breached. The policy is intended to strengthen the county's credit profile and provide predictable guidance for future budgets.
Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board, State Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Kansas
Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board executive director David Fye told the Marriage and Family Therapy advisory committee the board has implemented CE Broker for continuing-education uploads and is working toward moving to an enterprise licensing system (Acela) to permit electronic applications and streamline processes.
Oxnard City, Ventura County, California
Assistant Housing Director Albert Ramirez asked the Oxnard City Council to adopt a resolution authorizing the assessment and collection of fees for the Oxnard Downtown Management District for fiscal year 2526.
Weston County, Wyoming
The recreation board discussed damage to a school wrestling room caused during outside training and directed staff to pursue reimbursement while considering deposits and modest fee schedules for future third-party use.
Weston County, Wyoming
The Weston County School District No. 1 trustees approved personnel appointments and routine administrative items, including appointing Tracy Leonard as food service director and paying WHSAA enrollment and catastrophic insurance totaling $5,552.
Weston County, Wyoming
District maintenance staff reported a failed bearing in one high school chiller compressor. Rebuilding the compressor was estimated at $95,000–$125,000; a new chiller budget estimate was $300,000–$345,000 with a 16–18 week lead time. The board heard contingency plans to keep the building cool using the remaining compressor.
Weston County, Wyoming
The Weston County School District No. 1 board discussed whether to adopt a district policy to implement Wyoming's new concealed-carry provisions for employees, focusing debate on liability, insurance riders and training requirements. No policy was adopted; staff and legal counsel will draft options for board review.
Board of State Prison Commissioners, Department of Corrections, Executive Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Nevada
The Board accepted March 26 minutes, approved amendments to administrative regulation 5.21 to formalize the 'high risk potential' classification and remove the unused 'high minimum security' term, and adjourned; motions passed on voice votes.
Sampson County, North Carolina
The Sampson County History Museum requested $76,598 but the draft budget currently includes $20,000; commissioners discussed delaying further action until public testimony at the upcoming hearing before deciding whether to restore additional funds.
Sampson County, North Carolina
Representatives from the county’s two K‑12 systems and Sampson Community College asked the commissioners to preserve a half‑cent capital outlay for schools and affirmed the benefit of a multi‑year funding understanding; leaders asked the board to memorialize commitments in the budget ordinance.