What happened on Sunday, 29 June 2025
Sunnyside City, Yakima County, Washington
Councilors urged updating the Sunnyside Municipal Code (SMC) and expanding code-enforcement capacity, while emphasizing community education, volunteer partnerships and targeted incentives to address property maintenance issues.
Harper Woods, Wayne County, Michigan
The council accepted a low bid from Premier Group LC for the Roscommon Pocket Park project, with discussion about trimming amenities to reduce cost. Council members debated pavilion size, picnic tables, fencing and other amenities; staff said drainage work is included and construction would take about a month.
Grayson County, Virginia
The Grayson County Economic Development Authority voted to reallocate unspent agriculture-support funds to its general EDA account and set an Aug. 31 deadline for delinquent taxpayers to claim the funds, staff said at the meeting.
Montgomery County, New York
The county adopted an add-on resolution urging Governor Kathy Foltke to veto S.8012/A.8332, which county counsel said would restrict municipalities' ability to tax large-scale solar and wind energy systems and could infringe on local home-rule authority.
Wiseburn Unified, School Districts, California
The district’s Measure EE bond program manager reported progress across multiple construction projects: the Holly Glen TK conversion is 85% complete, the TK playground is in installation, districtwide flooring and ceiling refresh is underway, the sports complex is 20% complete and the SLC building is set for demolition tomorrow.
Montgomery County, New York
After discussion of coroner duties and recent workload increases, the Montgomery County Legislature voted to increase coroner pay and recorded interest in investigating whether coroner positions should be appointed rather than elected.
US Department of State
A State Department staff member said in the department's “Week at State” weekly video that President Trump ordered U.S. military strikes last weekend that “dismantled Iran's nuclear enrichment capacity,” and that Iran responded by launching missiles aimed at Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar, many of which "were successfully intercepted," the staff member said.
Montgomery County, New York
The Montgomery County Legislature established timing and a sequence of department hearings and budget process milestones for the 2026 operating budget, including a meeting with the county executive and treasurer on Oct. 14, an amendments deadline of Oct. 17 and a planned budget adoption date of Nov. 3.
Wiseburn Unified, School Districts, California
Bridgette Wells told the board she submitted eight grant applications in a six‑month engagement, won four (about $40,000), and has roughly $600,000 pending — including a $500,000 U.S. Department of Justice proposal to fund safety upgrades and 100 security cameras.
Wiseburn Unified, School Districts, California
At a board meeting, district staff presented Wiseburn Unified’s annual local indicators tied to the LCAP, reporting a drop in chronic absenteeism from 16.1% to 10.3%, full access to instructional materials and mixed results on school connectedness and professional learning measures.
Montgomery County, New York
The Montgomery County Legislature approved a series of resolutions on personnel, budget adjustments, contracts and intermunicipal agreements at its June meeting, adopting most items by voice vote. Two add-on resolutions were added and passed at the meeting.
Miami Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida
The commission approved second-reading land‑use changes and a development agreement that reduce tower heights, limit unit counts and require partial reconstruction of the Deauville pedestal plus public benefits including a 4,000‑square‑foot Miami Modern architecture center, public beach access and up to 150 public parking spaces.
Miami Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida
The Miami Beach City Commission on June 27 approved a package of land‑use changes and a development agreement that clears the way for redevelopment at 1250 West Avenue, including a developer‑funded purchase and demolition of the Bikini Hostel and conditions tying temporary and permanent certificates of occupancy to BayWalk construction and other public benefits.
Harper Woods, Wayne County, Michigan
Council advanced and adopted the Harper Woods zoning ordinance (Ordinance No. 2025-02) following a second-reading motion with direction to include map and specific clarifications. Consultants and residents discussed legal nonconforming uses, murals, solar-panel screening and short-term rental references.
Coachella Valley Unified, School Districts, California
At the June 26 meeting the district presented multi‑year projections showing reserves declining from $119 million in 2024‑25 to $41 million by 2027‑28; the board adopted resolutions to classify ending fund balances and encumber funds for 2025‑26 and received the district's multi‑year projection (NYP).
Seal Beach, Orange County, California
Council members discussed a proposed buffer to ban short‑term rentals near schools after public concerns about a property listed near McGaw School; staff reported that state coastal jurisdiction limits the city's ability to add coastal‑zone bans, and the council asked police and staff to monitor complaints and report back in three months.
Montgomery County, New York
The Montgomery County Legislature adopted policy and practice guidelines to guide the 2026 operating budget and set a schedule that includes an October 14 review with the county executive and treasurer, committee nights for departments and a plan for straw votes and final adoption in late October/early November.
EDINBURG CISD, School Districts, Texas
At a June 28 meeting, the EDINBURG CISD Board of Trustees approved roofing upgrades at Canterbury and Cavazos elementaries and a trailer replacement at Harwell Middle School, and authorized the superintendent to negotiate final contract terms with the top-ranked vendors.
Coachella Valley Unified, School Districts, California
At its June 26 meeting, the Coachella Valley Unified School District Board of Education announced in closed session that it terminated a certificated employee per an administrative law judge decision and directed the superintendent to issue legal notices.
Coachella Valley Unified, School Districts, California
A presentation by Read With Me highlighted volunteer tutoring, book distributions and local partnerships; presenters told the board the program reports strong outcomes and offered to expand collaborations with district programs.
Seal Beach, Orange County, California
Orange County Fire Authority and Seal Beach officials used presentations and a recent near-fatal rescue to urge swim lessons, constant supervision and barrier use; a lifeguard‑delivered AED shock helped revive a coach, prompting council members to fund an AED for the Pony Baseball snack shack.
Sunnyside City, Yakima County, Washington
Sunnyside councilors said deferred chip‑seal programs and heavy truck use in residential areas have degraded pavements; they urged reestablishing a predictable maintenance cycle and reviewing truck routing and ADA work that competes for transportation funds.
Seal Beach, Orange County, California
City presenters and a Cal State Long Beach mammal lab director told the City Council that targeted removal of aggressive coyotes, resident hazing, and removing food attractants are the best tools to reduce human–coyote conflicts; the city said it will update its 2015 Coyote Management Plan and expand outreach and reporting tools.
Sunnyside City, Yakima County, Washington
Sunnyside staff and council reported title issues and a recent lien on the Monson property that must be resolved before a prospective sale; council reiterated the property’s economic potential and discussed broader development incentives and LTAC funding.
Montgomery County, New York
Montgomery County legislators passed an ad‑on resolution asking Governor Kathy Copeland to veto proposed changes to assessment rules for large solar and wind systems, saying the changes would limit local taxing authority and shift costs to other taxpayers; legislators cited roughly eight major proposed projects and about 10,000 acres affected in the county.
Martinsville City, Morgan County, Indiana
The Martinsville Planning Commission approved historic district changes for 180 East Morgan Street to convert a two‑car garage into retail space for Red Brick Trading Company; owner Ron Sandhaus said the plan could yield one or two 1,100‑square‑foot retail units.
Harper Woods, Wayne County, Michigan
The council approved the library board’s recommended employment agreement for youth librarian Kelly Guimon to serve as library director. Council members clarified that the posted schedule of 37.5 hours is considered full time under city practice (over 32 hours).
Sunnyside City, Yakima County, Washington
Councilors said Sunnyside’s water and wastewater infrastructure needs near-term funding and clearer long-range planning; they discussed wells rehabilitation, treatment-plant upgrades and possible federal grant support.
Coachella Valley Unified, School Districts, California
The board approved the district Local Control and Accountability Plan (LCAP) for 2025‑26 and the federal addendum; community advocates thanked the district for maintaining funding for restorative justice practices and social‑emotional learning.
Montgomery County, New York
Lawmakers amended and approved a resolution establishing a temporary, part‑time data processing intern position (about 10 weeks at $15.50/hour, not to exceed $4,000); HR said the June 30 date listed is a placeholder tied to payroll and vacancies will be posted for recruitment.
Seal Beach, Orange County, California
The council voted 4–1 to amend and confirm an employment agreement appointing interim City Manager Patrick Gallegos as permanent city manager with a modest salary increase and annual January performance evaluations.
United Nations, Federal
Speakers at the opening of the Fourth International Conference on Financing for Development said allocating financial resources must be an ‘‘absolute priority’’ and called the next four days a critical opportunity to show multilateralism can deliver solutions.
Montgomery County, New York
During salary adjustments the legislature approved higher pay for the county’s head coroner and coroner and heard HR and coroner office concerns about rising caseloads and on‑call demands; members asked staff to investigate whether the coroner positions should be restructured or made appointive.
Martinsville City, Morgan County, Indiana
The Martinsville Planning Commission on June 24 recommended against rezoning 260 South Mulberry Street from R‑1 to B‑1, citing concerns about parking and neighborhood character, and encouraged the petitioner to seek a use variance from the Board of Zoning Appeals.
Harper Woods, Wayne County, Michigan
Students and faculty from Harper Woods Schools demonstrated robotics teams that have grown in size and competitive standing, described career-focused curriculum at the College and Career Institute, and asked for ongoing community mentorship and volunteer support.
Sunnyside City, Yakima County, Washington
Sunnyside councilors discussed reopening and reimagining the underused community center and pool, pursuing partnerships with organizations such as the Boys & Girls Club and faith-based volunteer groups to reduce general-fund costs.
United Nations, Federal
Jean‑Pierre Lacroix said the United Nations welcomes a peace agreement expected to be signed in Washington, D.C., and that the UN stands ready to support implementation alongside partners including the United States, Qatar and African regional organizations.
Coachella Valley Unified, School Districts, California
Representatives of the classified union and school staff told the board June 26 that recent layoffs and staffing decisions risk disrupting distribution of student devices, library operations, transportation accountability and on‑site student health services.
Montgomery County, New York
At its June 24 meeting the Montgomery County Legislature approved a series of routine and budget‑related resolutions — including budget transfers, contract authorizations, personnel actions and two add‑on resolutions — and set dates and procedures for the 2026 budget process.
Mason County, Washington
The Mason County Board of County Commissioners on July 22 approved the action agenda, including the appointment of Travis Adams as county administrator and multiple contract and funding authorizations.
United Nations, Federal
Jean-Pierre Lacroix said the UN is operating under severe liquidity constraints and is preparing contingency plans if member states do not deliver full payments to peacekeeping. He said advocacy with member states, including the Secretary‑General’s engagement, is ongoing.
Martinsville City, Morgan County, Indiana
The Martinsville Planning Commission voted June 24 to approve final plat PC25013, creating three lots along South Ohio Street with the middle lot intended for a Kroger fuel center; residents raised traffic and tank‑cleanup concerns during public comment.
Seal Beach, Orange County, California
The Seal Beach City Council on June 23 approved a reclassification of three public‑works positions after extended debate over staffing, budget offsets and operational continuity.
Sunnyside City, Yakima County, Washington
Sunnyside City Council held a strategy workshop focused on restoring fiscal stability, improving internal processes and tracking long-term infrastructure needs, with members urging clear goals, deliverables and better use of past studies and commissions.
Madison County, Iowa
The board approved a $4,000 training contract for the auditor's office, updated a security-related information disclosure policy for courthouse cameras, and approved several personnel items including a deputy auditor hire and VPN access; some wage changes were tabled for follow-up.
Grayson County, Virginia
The board asked staff to work with Garrett Wyatt to prepare a loan package for roughly $35,000 to support a small-engine repair and sales business; no loan was approved at the meeting.
United Nations, Federal
Jean-Pierre Lacroix said the UN Disengagement Observer Force (UNDOF) continues to play a critical deconfliction and liaison role in Syria, and that Israeli forces’ presence in the area of separation violates the disengagement agreement; Syrian authorities expressed readiness to assume full security responsibility.
Mason County, Washington
The Mason County Board of County Commissioners voted July 22 to send the proposed formation of Island Lake Management District No. 1 to a weighted vote of the affected property owners.
United Nations, Federal
Under-Secretary-General Jean-Pierre Lacroix said Lebanese officials told him UNIFIL remains essential after his visit; UNIFIL reported achievements in liaison, mine action and supporting Lebanese Armed Forces but the mission faces funding uncertainty.
Jackson City, Hinds County, Mississippi
The council adopted a resolution authorizing issuance of up to $2.553 million in tax-increment financing (TIF) bonds for the Eastover project series 2025 as part of a larger authorized $7 million financing package; vote recorded 5 in favor, 2 abstentions on the final item stage.
Grayson County, Virginia
The EDA discussed the Roundhouse, an EDA-owned historic property donated for $1 whose renovation agreement expired with no work completed; the board reviewed possible options including transfer to an interested party.
Jackson City, Hinds County, Mississippi
The council authorized a $450,000 contract using CDBG funds to remove debris, foundations and contaminated material from a demolished hotel site at 0 Ellis Avenue (formerly 1525 Ellis Avenue); officials noted asbestos and hazardous-waste handling raised costs and said the city may seek recovery from property owners.
Madison County, Iowa
Madison County supervisors approved the low bid for a Pitcher Road bridge replacement and several secondary‑roads contracts, and voted to participate in the Iowa DOT 'All Systems' permit program allowing statewide oversize/overweight permits.
Farmington Hills City, Oakland County, Michigan
Speakers at a brief trail walk said the Hawk Nature Trail in Farmington Hills was developed with $61,000 in community donations, with named donations from Michigan Schools and Bridal Union, the Annapurna Foundation and Mercedes Benz Financial; a credit union representative also praised community support.
Jackson City, Hinds County, Mississippi
The council authorized a memorandum of understanding with the Mississippi Transportation Commission, Mississippi Department of Corrections and Hinds County to permit inmates to perform litter pickup on state highways under MDOT routes; the MOU passed unanimously.
House of Representatives, House, Committees, Legislative, Puerto Rico
En la sesión del 29 de junio la Cámara de Representantes de Puerto Rico aprobó por voz la concurrencia con enmiendas del Senado en múltiples proyectos y nombró comités de conferencia para otras medidas; además aprobó una moción de condolencias por el fallecimiento del expresidente Ronaldo "Ronny" Jarabo y emitió varias mociones de felicitación.
Madison County, Iowa
Turning Point and Wildwood presented a school-and-community opioid-prevention program asking the county to start with $100,000 of opioid-settlement funds; the board asked for a formal contract, clearer budget and measurable deliverables and tabled a funding resolution for two weeks.
Jackson City, Hinds County, Mississippi
A planned purchase of Parks & Recreation vehicles to be included in a master lease prompted lengthy debate about budgeting and fund accounting. Council put the order into the finance committee for further review after members expressed unreadiness and asked for clearer accounting of master-lease and fund allocations.
Jackson City, Hinds County, Mississippi
The Jackson City Council approved an ordinance to increase the mayor and council salaries, amended to delay effect until 2029 and to raise council pay to $40,000; the measure passed after vote tallies showing 5 in favor with dissent and abstentions on some motions.
Jackson City, Hinds County, Mississippi
The Jackson City Council unanimously approved a resolution urging the Department of Defense and the Navy to restore the name Medgar Evers to the USNS Medgar Evers; family members attended and council directed copies be sent to several national Black elected-official organizations and the Evers family.