What happened on Sunday, 20 July 2025
Coachella Valley Unified, School Districts, California
The Coachella Valley Unified School District board adopted a resolution to repeal an earlier COVID-19 vaccination requirement for employees, effectively removing the vaccination mandate as district policy.
Hunt County, Texas
The Hunt County senior center asked the commissioners court on July 18 for roughly $131,718 to cover transportation and food services in the coming budget year; commissioners agreed to include the request in the consolidated preliminary budget while weighing it against higher‑priority needs.
Struthers City Council, Struthers, Mahoning County, Ohio
The Finance and Legislation Committee heard an ordinance to authorize the mayor and safety-service director to enter Amendment No. 2 to an engineering services agreement for the MAH Wetmore Drive bridge replacement (PID 118677), retroactive to July 1, 2024; ordinance 25-025 would be repealed where inconsistent.
MOUNT VERNON SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
Trustees voted to appoint Dr. Kimberly Young Wilkins as state monitor, authorized an employment agreement for Lawan (Laquan) White as assistant superintendent for pupil personnel services, and appointed an impartial hearing officer; the monitor said she will hold three public hearings as part of her work.
Energy Facility Site Evaluation Council, Governor's Office - Boards & Commissions, Executive, Washington
Puget Sound Energy reported a visible crack above the first flange on a Wild Horse wind turbine tower discovered July 10, de-energized the turbine, activated the site emergency response plan and closed the site to public access; emergency responders were put on standby and PSE is coordinating with the manufacturer on next steps.
North College Hill City Council, North College Hill, Hamilton County, Ohio
The council voted unanimously to table the third reading of Ordinance No. 4, which would have authorized the Regional Income Tax Agency (RITA) to withhold a fee for subpoenas issued to residents for tax collection and would appoint Sheila Stevens Knott as the city's RITA delegate.
McLeod County, Minnesota
The county board approved a $159,404.30 contract to upgrade courthouse access control, cameras and software after receiving a $46,000 Safe and Secure Courthouses grant; commissioners said timing and prior review supported proceeding.
MOUNT VERNON SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
District business officials said $2 million in unanticipated revenue will increase the 2024–25 appropriations and that transportation costs were under‑appropriated, contributing to an end‑of‑year deficit; trustees asked for monthly financial presentations and a transportation status update.
Hunt County, Texas
County health staff told the July 18 court that the advertised food‑inspector position requires a college degree with at least 30 hours of science and that qualified applicants have been scarce. Commissioners asked staff to gather market comparisons and consider increasing the posted pay to attract licensed candidates.
MOUNT VERNON SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
During public comment Jeff Monroe urged the board to cut ties with the Anti‑Defamation League; trustees discussed Resolution 5.4 to fund district No Place for Hate leadership and agreed to review alternative programs and union concerns before finalizing.
Plano, Collin County, Texas
Steve Stoler, the City of Plano’s first director of media relations and the longtime co‑host of the Inside Plano podcast, announced his retirement on the program and reflected on his 34‑year journalism career and 11½ years with the city.
Osceola County, Iowa
County insurance representatives presented the annual renewal: proposed cyber coverage uplift to $1 million (with optional higher limits), excess liability considerations amid rising verdicts, and deductible options; staff and ICAP urged attention to rising loss ratios and legal trends.
St. Clair County, Michigan
Julian Ruck told commissioners that a promised fire-hydrant water hookup for Polly's Place community garden never materialized and that he supplied water by wheelbarrow for months; he asked for commissioners' help resolving contract and communication issues with the city.
Bloomington City, Monroe County, Indiana
At its July 17, 2025 meeting the Bloomington City Board of Public Safety approved the consent agenda covering minutes, claims and payroll for multiple dates by voice vote with no objections.
Sammamish City, King County, Washington
Consultants presented a GIS-based prioritization that combined sidewalk/bike gaps, traffic stress, crash history, proximity to schools/transit/commercial areas and slope to identify high-need corridors for project recommendations.
MOUNT VERNON SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
District leaders presented I‑Ready diagnostic trends showing multi‑year gains in ELA and math and sought board approval of School Comprehensive Educational Plans (SEPs) for 2025–26; Doggett and staff linked gains to targeted interventions and curriculum streamlining.
Clayton City Council, Clayton, Montgomery County, Ohio
Clayton City Council on an evening vote rejected a proposal by Shanghai Enterprises LLC to rezone a 30.4242-acre property near Westbrook Road and Taywood Road from RSD to PDD, a change staff said would allow a preliminary plan for narrower lots and more houses.
Titusville, Brevard County, Florida
Public commenters at the July 19 Titusville special meeting gave mixed views on the manager search — some urged keeping the internal finalist, others called for reopening the search — and one petitioner alleged multiple illegal dams and code violations in local drainage ditches.
Coachella Valley Unified, School Districts, California
Union representatives told the Coachella Valley Unified School District board on July 17 that the California Public Employment Relations Board has filed a complaint alleging the district illegally transferred classified work and urged trustees to remove agenda item 14.1, a contract for outside interpreters and bilingual services.
Titusville, Brevard County, Florida
After its top city attorney finalist declined to negotiate, the Titusville City Council instructed staff to open negotiations with the second‑ranked candidate rather than immediately restarting a full search.
MOUNT VERNON SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
Board suspended a policy tonight to accept public comments at its work session; Superintendent Dr. Strickland outlined a new monthly work‑session agenda centered on data, curriculum, policy review and stakeholder engagement.
SMITHTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
At a special July meeting the Smithtown Board of Education unanimously approved a directed medical examination for an identified staff member and appointed George Gagliardi as interim principal at Smithtown Elementary.
Terrell, Kaufman County, Texas
Board members urged the city to fix drainage at Stallings Park before larger investments; staff recommended pursuing Texas Parks and Wildlife matching grants for walking trails and restrooms and proposed phased irrigation for soccer fields, starting with a test phase in fiscal 2026.
Hunt County, Texas
Hunt County sheriff's office requested new deputy positions; chief deputy said the original ask was seven positions and the sheriff reduced it to five. Commissioners discussed using SB 22 funds to cover equipment and vehicle costs (roughly $500,000 suggested) and considered phasing hires if full funding isn't available.
City Council Workshop Meetings, Knoxville City, Knox County, Tennessee
City staff and consultants presented a transit‑supportive development study that maps areas of social need and development readiness, proposes four redevelopment typologies and identifies example sites along city transit corridors; councilmembers asked for earlier distribution of materials, property‑owner outreach and clearer incentive guidance.
Osceola County, Iowa
The board approved a $456,121.15 pay application for the county jail project after removing a contested pallet‑jack reimbursement and noting portable toilet line items and tax‑exemption questions.
Westmoreland City, Sumner County, Tennessee
On second reading the council approved Ordinance 0062025-1 amending the zoning ordinance regarding the horizontal property regime; the vote was unanimous.
Bloomington City, Monroe County, Indiana
The Board of Park Commissioners voted to raise the consent calendar contract ceiling to $10,000 and approved multiple park maintenance and equipment contracts, including a $36,183 fence replacement and a $24,400 storage building.
Sammamish City, King County, Washington
City staff and consultants told a community workshop the bike and pedestrian mobility plan will produce a prioritized project list to be folded into the Transportation Master Plan and the six-year Capital Improvement Program, with a draft due in mid–late August and council consideration this fall.
McLeod County, Minnesota
Kevin Miller was reappointed to a three‑year term on the High Island Watershed District Board of Managers, effective Sept. 1, 2025, following an interview with county officials and a public advertisement of the vacancy.
Osceola County, Iowa
Supervisors authorized county IT to buy Novofor phishing-reporting software, enabling staff to report suspicious messages to an external service and to run simulated phishing tests to track click rates.
St. Clair County, Michigan
Public commenters and several commissioners expressed opposition to plans to privatize community mental health services; speakers urged awareness-raising and contact with legislators and SCCCMH.
Bloomington City, Monroe County, Indiana
Market staff reported increased attendance and vendor participation, added seating and reduced Saturday hours to 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; two advisory appointments were approved and staff said social media and partnerships helped expand reach.
Terrell, Kaufman County, Texas
Staff prioritized downtown streetscape work — pedestrian lighting, dumpster screening, security lighting and updated signage — and said engineering and coordination with TxDOT and Union Pacific will determine scope and timing; consultants and grant options may be used for design and cost-sharing.
Sammamish City, King County, Washington
Sammamish City staff and their consultant briefed the Planning Commission on July 17 on the city council’s recent direction to study an “action alternative” that models up to 4,000 housing units for the Town Center, while work continues on the supplemental environmental impact statement and draft plan and code.
Rutland County, Vermont
Staff told the committee they did not warn the Wellstown plan for community committee review because the town’s hearing process raised concerns; staff are encouraging the town to repeat the hearing process.
Titusville, Brevard County, Florida
The Titusville City Council voted unanimously July 19 to appoint the interim assistant city manager to the chief executive position after public comment and council discussion that included calls both to reopen the national search and to retain continuity.
Bloomington City, Monroe County, Indiana
The Board of Park Commissioners approved a three‑year lease and support agreement with Buskirk Chumley Theatre Management and agreed to continue annual support, with Economic and Sustainable Development budgeting $80,000 annually and parks maintaining a $15,000 annual contingency.
St. Clair County, Michigan
The board approved June 2025 county disbursements totaling $14,540,800.81 and authorized several grant agreements and contracts, including a $1.025 million chiller replacement and Homeland Security and marine safety grants.
Osceola County, Iowa
The board approved an agreement to continue sharing a mental‑health advocate across counties and clarified how state reorganization will change billing and reimbursement beginning July 1.
Terrell, Kaufman County, Texas
Staff presented a $500,000 placeholder for larger development partnerships (including the Chapman building and possible purchase/packaging of the Pina family's food-hall property), and explained RFP and selection safeguards would prevent spending before a partner is selected.
Westmoreland City, Sumner County, Tennessee
On second reading the council approved Ordinance 0062025-2 to increase the municipal court training fee to reflect a state increase; the vote was unanimous.
Rutland County, Vermont
The Rutland RPC regional committee recommended the commission send letters: supporting Killington’s Act 250 application with traffic caveats, approving demolition and stormwater compliance at Diamond Run Mall, and backing Tinmouth’s opposition to a Section 248 wireless facility at 440 Route 140.
Bloomington City, Monroe County, Indiana
A resident urged the board to restore pool fee waivers for low‑income adults after a February policy change limited eligibility to households with minor children; Parks reported the youth‑focused waiver closed with more than 500 applications and said a debrief will inform 2026 policy decisions.
Osceola County, Iowa
County engineers and the board told FEMA applications for three joint drainage districts remain under review; the board unanimously requested a 12-month extension to allow time for construction hearings and bidding once FEMA obligates funds.
Hunt County, Texas
The Hunt County Commissioners Court on July 18 directed staff to include a 3% across‑the‑board pay adjustment in the preliminary fiscal 2025–26 budget and to load all departmental requests into a consolidated package for review.
Rutland County, Vermont
The commission reported hiring Sean Beatty, a former intern, as a planner and noted the executive director will work reduced hours through August under paternity leave arrangements.
St. Clair County, Michigan
The board voted to internalize landfill operations, approve equipment purchases and add staff to the landfill manning table; commissioners debated costs, revenue declines and long-term options including privatization and disposal policies.
Sammamish City, King County, Washington
City staff said aligning the bike-and-ped plan with state guidance could help with grant applications; no analysis has yet been done to identify which draft projects might be eligible for specific funds such as the Climate Commitment Act, and staff said they will research eligibility further.
Bloomington City, Monroe County, Indiana
The Board approved a memorandum of understanding with the city�Economic and Sustainability Department to fund a Tree Assistance Program, offering a sliding scale of up to $2,500 per eligible household for removal, mitigation or planting on owner‑occupied properties within city limits.
Westmoreland City, Sumner County, Tennessee
A resident urged the council not to lower the capacity fee from $3,500 to $2,000 amid a reported water and sewer revenue shortfall; the council unanimously deferred the capacity-fees ordinance to an August work study.
McLeod County, Minnesota
County engineering staff updated commissioners on ongoing construction: concrete paving on County Road 1 with remaining curb replacements and utility work in Lester Prairie and Winsted, a Hennepin Avenue water-main tie requiring a short closure near Highway 22, and the transfer of Ford Avenue maintenance to the City of Glencoe in recent months.
Sammamish City, King County, Washington
The city’s finance director reported July 15 that general‑fund revenues and expenditures through the first quarter of the biennium are in line with expectations, with building‑permit activity and sales tax receipts stronger than a year earlier and the city noting timing and contractual drivers on major expenditure lines.
Terrell, Kaufman County, Texas
Staff proposed adding $75,000 for a retail-ready awning and entrance program and recommended an annual application window to concentrate reimbursements; the board discussed reimbursement scope, selection process and potential multi-year funding.
Northampton City, Hampshire County, Massachusetts
Bishop’s Lounge owner asked the commission July 16 for an emergency August meeting to speed a relocation and licensing process; licensing staff explained public notice and application deadlines. At the same meeting the commission ran a lottery for four applicants and drew file number 4 — Labonte Ambanas LLC DBA Toasted — as the winner.
Rutland County, Vermont
The Rutland Regional Planning Commission released a near‑final draft of its regional plan and a new interactive future land‑use map that incorporates revisions requested by all 27 towns; staff plan to submit the draft to the state Land Use Review Board in mid‑September, beginning a 60‑day review period.
Mississippi Public Universities, Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Mississippi
The IHL board approved a 123-day lease of 52 rooms at Magnolia Bluffs Hotel in Natchez for Alcorn State University students while Burris and Robinson residence halls are renovated; the agreement totals $528,000 and includes a shuttle service and a 10-day termination clause.
St. Clair County, Michigan
After more than an hour of public comment, the Saint Clair County Board of Commissioners heard that the Board of Health Advisory Committee voted to have the health department prepare a pros-and-cons packet about water fluoridation for affected municipalities and residents to review.
Clinton County, New York
The legislature discussed awarding a contract for preschool transportation services after committee debate highlighted a jump in costs from roughly $670,000 to $1.183 million, the county’s longstanding sole bidder situation and questions about whether school districts should assume responsibility.
Osceola County, Iowa
The board approved hiring 2 Rivers to prepare a multi-jurisdictional hazard mitigation plan and appointed the emergency management director and the county auditor as the county's authorized representatives for the grant process.
Rutland County, Vermont
Committee members discussed fund-balance policy, concerns about unspent grant carryover at other regional planning commissions, and potential impacts on next fiscal year’s budget.
McLeod County, Minnesota
The board approved three engineering scopes with Houston Engineering to prepare repair reports for County Ditch 8 ($45,500), County Ditch 10 (base $34,000; total cited $42,500 with an optional alternative of $88,500) and County Ditch 36 ($30,400).
Northampton City, Hampshire County, Massachusetts
The Northampton License Commission voted unanimously July 16 to approve a common victualler license for Thai Northampton Inc., doing business as Thai Garden, at 2 Bridge Street with a new manager listed, after staff confirmed paperwork was in order.
Monona, Dane County, Wisconsin
Tourism staff summarized marketing activity, fund balance and outreach efforts, and asked commissioners to consider longer-term operating agreements to support an office lease. Staff reported remaining funds for media campaigns, drone footage and fam-trip promotions and noted coordination needs with Parks & Rec and area hotels.
Sammamish City, King County, Washington
Residents at the workshop raised multiple site-specific safety concerns and asked the city to consider interim and targeted solutions on steep connectors, shoulder gaps and missing sidewalks.
Clinton County, New York
A public commenter recommended retaining most of the former Clinton Community College site for public parkland, criticized proposals from the county Industrial Development Agency as financially speculative, and urged careful review of development plans.
Events, Miami Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida
At its July 8 meeting the North Miami City Council authorized several grant agreements and interlocal contracts, adopted housing and community development plans, selected a vendor for advanced metering infrastructure work, approved a mutual-aid agreement and set the tentative millage rate at up to 7.4 mills.
Westmoreland City, Sumner County, Tennessee
The Westmoreland City Council held a brief public hearing and approved Ordinance 0052025-1 adopting the 2025–26 budget; the vote was unanimous.
Terrell, Kaufman County, Texas
At its meeting the Park and Downtown Improvement Corporation approved a proposed fiscal 2026 budget after staff presented capital and operating proposals and answered questions about project timing and contingencies.
Sammamish City, King County, Washington
The Sammamish Police Traffic Unit told the City Council and public July 15 that most complaints are about large, throttle‑powered e‑motorcycles, not class 1–3 e‑bikes; enforcement focuses on education and parent contact because juveniles under 16 generally cannot be issued traffic infractions under county policy.
McLeod County, Minnesota
The board approved a $9,450 contract with Shower and Sons Construction to install an Americans with Disabilities Act‑compliant sidewalk connecting the northeast parking lot to Century Hall; the Fairgrounds Commission supported the project.
St. Clair County, Michigan
A resident said her FOIA request for records related to the sheriff’s annual report had not been answered and asked the commission to expedite a response; the clerk acknowledged receipt and staff said they would investigate.
Akron City, School Districts, Ohio
Officials reported a new digital reservation system, an aligned fee handbook, and ongoing work on insurance and reservations for Community Learning Centers. The joint body agreed to nominate members for a Community Learning Center Advisory Committee and recommended integrating existing facility-access work rather than pausing momentum.
Sammamish City, King County, Washington
Commissioners agreed on interactive exhibits for the August 6 Sustainable Sammamish market at City Hall — including a plant scavenger hunt, a rain‑garden demonstration, a new sustainability prize wheel, and kid‑friendly stamps or seed giveaways — and assigned volunteers to help staff the event.
Northampton City, Hampshire County, Massachusetts
Hardwick Vineyards and Winery LLC received commission approval July 16 to sell wine at the Three County Fair contingent on return of required MDAR paperwork, the commission said.
Monona, Dane County, Wisconsin
The Monona Tourism Commission approved an $8,041 grant request from the Whitehorse International Wood Sculpture Festival, Inc. for a one-day community event to promote a larger biennial festival. Organizers said the day is a marketing lead-in to a 10‑day festival planned for 2026 and that this year’s event will be free to the public.
Rutland County, Vermont
The Rutland Regional Planning Commission said phase three of public engagement is complete and the draft regional plan will enter a formal review period with the state land use review board before public hearings beginning Jan. 20.
Events, Miami Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida
The City of North Miami Community Redevelopment Agency approved a $200,000 grant to support a centralized youth volleyball training facility and a separate $1.2 million, three-year grant for Nomi Village LLC to expand a mixed-use site, with total estimated project costs around $3 million.
Sammamish City, King County, Washington
Staff summarized existing city guidance on e-bike classes and where electric micromobility is allowed, saying class 1 and 2 e-bikes and lower-speed personal mobility devices may use sidewalks but must yield to pedestrians; higher-speed devices are restricted from roads with speed limits above 25 mph.
Clinton County, New York
During public comment at the July 16 Clinton County Legislature meeting, residents said rising property assessments and other local costs have increased their tax bills despite the county’s tentative budget showing a lower levy; legislators and staff responded with limited on-the-spot clarifications.
Coachella Valley Unified, School Districts, California
Trustees asked staff to return with board policy language clarifying whether coordinators require board approval after several coordinator appointments were placed on the closed-session agenda.
Sandwich, DeKalb County, Illinois
At its July 15 meeting the DeKalb Township board approved June audit reports and July bills to pay, accepted the treasurer's June budget reports, approved the Crime Stoppers grant (amended), and approved amended minutes.
McLeod County, Minnesota
The board approved replacement of aging uninterruptible power supply (UPS) batteries at the government center at a cost of $18,362 to be paid from the IT budget; staff recommended replacement because batteries are five years old and typically last four to six years.
Energy Facility Site Evaluation Council, Governor's Office - Boards & Commissions, Executive, Washington
FSEC staff said they are reviewing the certificate holder’s July 7 Spec 5 mitigation recommendation for the Works 7 project and a PTAG facilitator’s report that documents areas of agreement and disagreement over ferruginous hawk mitigation.
Sammamish City, King County, Washington
The Sammamish Sustainability Commission reviewed a first-draft of the 2025 "Sustainable Sammamish" resident guide, agreed on a two-stage review timeline and recommended several user-friendly supplements — including a heat-pump diagram, a money‑savings calculator, and a transportation map — to be added before the fall mailing to every household.
Sandwich, DeKalb County, Illinois
The supervisor recapped recent community outreach efforts, confirmed the township responded to an NBC News FOIA request, and announced a senior summit with multiple sessions running roughly 9 a.m. to 7 p.m.; volunteers were requested.
Events, West Palm Beach, Palm Beach County, Florida
Warren Hawkins Aquatic Center at Gaines Park is offering year-round swim lessons for children and adults; the WPB TV segment highlighted a 3-year-old learning to swim and urged water-safety training as Florida faces one of the highest drowning rates in the U.S.
Northampton City, Hampshire County, Massachusetts
The Northampton License Commission on July 16 approved short‑term wine-and‑malt permits — with fee waivers — for more than a dozen vendors at the Taste of Northampton in the Armory Street parking lot, while asking organizers for a plan showing perimeter fencing, entry wristband procedures and police coverage.
Sammamish City, King County, Washington
After hours of public comment and debate on housing, traffic and environmental risks, the Sammamish City Council voted July 15 to have staff advance the 'action' alternative in the draft supplemental EIS — analyzing code and design changes that could allow up to 4,000 housing units in the town center and related regulatory changes.
Monona, Dane County, Wisconsin
The Monona Tourism Commission voted to fund the full grant request from MG Sings, the Monona Grove High School show-choir booster group, after staff said the commission has sufficient fund balance. Commissioners discussed attendance, hotel impacts and budget line items before a unanimous voice vote to approve funding.
Gadsden City, Etowah County, Alabama
The council adopted several resolutions appointing and reappointing members to the Arbor Board, Design Review Board and Human Relations Council with terms expiring in mid-2028.
St. Clair County, Michigan
The board amended the agenda to delete an item listed as pending litigation (the Good Time lawsuit) at legal counsel's request and moved into closed session to discuss collective bargaining negotiations.
Gadsden City, Etowah County, Alabama
Council adopted a resolution authorizing the mayor to enter an agreement with Ice Bumper Cars International LLC for 12 bumper-car premium packages. The transcript presents inconsistent budget figures; the contract amount as recorded in meeting materials is not specified on the public record.
Bloomington City, Monroe County, Indiana
At the July 17 Board of Public Safety meeting, fire/EMS staff reported 3,073 year-to-date runs, ongoing training progress (58% of a 42,000-hour target), delivery of a flashover training chamber and a Polaris Ranger acquired through a MIH grant, plus upcoming maintenance on the training tower.
Gadsden City, Etowah County, Alabama
The council granted expedited consideration and approved a special-event alcoholic beverage license for an event at the Life Insurance Company of Alabama to honor the new Jackson State University coach.
Akron City, School Districts, Ohio
At a July 18 Joint Board of Review meeting, Akron Public Schools and City of Akron officials discussed a $13 million increase on the Kenmore site build (to house Miller South and Piper), timelines for arbitrage calculations on leftover LFI funds, and an amendment to the cooperative agreement to allocate those funds if needed.
Clayton City Council, Clayton, Montgomery County, Ohio
Clayton City Council voted 6–1 to repeal an earlier ordinance approving SDG Warner Village LLC’s rezoning and preliminary plan for about 183.1 acres, and the law director told council that case law indicates a repeal removes the need for a referendum and the Board of Elections should not place it on the ballot.
Gadsden City, Etowah County, Alabama
The Gadsden City Council adopted a resolution accepting a $125,000 grant from the Alabama Tourism Department to help pay for an awning at the Mortglosser Amphitheater and discussed additional potential grants for benches and future funding.
Gadsden City, Etowah County, Alabama
Council adopted a resolution authorizing an agreement among the City of Gadsden, Etowah County Commission and the Etowah County sheriff that changes the renewal/alteration rule on page 13 (article 9) to require unanimous county-commission approval rather than a majority vote.
Sandwich, DeKalb County, Illinois
The highway commissioner reported awarding a building contract, described a financing package of up to $1.2 million, and detailed near-term paving and shoulder work including Nelson Road and Coltonville Road.
Gadsden City, Etowah County, Alabama
The Gadsden City Council voted to approve architectural and construction agreements for the new Gadsden Athletic Center, amend the fiscal-year budget for related capital purchases, and adopt a resolution authorizing preliminary steps to pursue $115 million in net bond proceeds to finance capital improvements.
North College Hill City Council, North College Hill, Hamilton County, Ohio
The presiding officer read the second reading of Resolution 12-2025, which would approve a stabilization contract with RWB Properties and Construction for the North College Hill City Center and declare an urgent necessity under Ohio Revised Code section 735.051.
California Volunteers, Agencies under Office of the Governor, Executive, California
A resident said during the meeting that service with AmeriCorps, after a 27-year career cutting hair, convinced her to pursue a teaching career. She described being hired on the spot and falling in love with classroom work on her first day.
McLeod County, Minnesota
The board authorized an 18‑month membership with the Multi-State Information Sharing and Analysis Center (MS‑ISAC) at $3,495 to maintain county cybersecurity services previously federally funded.
Energy Facility Site Evaluation Council, Governor's Office - Boards & Commissions, Executive, Washington
The Energy Facility Site Evaluation Council voted July 16 to approve clarifying amendments to Policy 16-01 delegating certain plan approvals to the FSEC director, with council member Eli Levitt recorded as abstaining; the vote followed extended council discussion about public comment opportunities and legal limits on the director's authority.
Sandwich, DeKalb County, Illinois
DeKalb Township trustees authorized a $4,000 grant to DeKalb County Crime Stoppers, amended to require at least 10% of the funds be spent on community awareness such as signage and transit-area advertising.
Plymouth, Grafton County, New Hampshire
The Planning Board nominated and approved two members to serve as board representatives on a newly formed Select Board subcommittee on economic development. The Select Board is recruiting additional public members and plans to name the committee chair(s).
Osceola County, Iowa
External auditors presented the county's annual financial statements, concluding they are fairly presented while flagging deficits in several TIF funds, lease and pension disclosures, and internal control weaknesses including missing credit-card receipts and IT controls.
Sammamish City, King County, Washington
City staff presented a crosswalk prioritization framework at a public workshop, recommending that signalized intersections receive marked crossings on all four legs and that crossings be prioritized at school routes, transit stops and the town center.
Coachella Valley Unified, School Districts, California
In closed session July 17 the Coachella Valley Unified School District board approved settlement agreements for OAH cases and appointed multiple administrators and coordinators effective July 18, 2025.
St. Clair County, Michigan
The board appointed members to the library and aeronautics advisory boards, nominated candidates for the Land Bank Authority and resolved to proceed to voting; some ballots required revotes and the commission deferred final action on one Land Bank vacancy to committee.
Bloomington City, Monroe County, Indiana
At the July 17, 2025 Board of Public Safety meeting, Bloomington City police staff reported year-to-date calls for service of 42,503, rising call volumes, staffing and recruitment progress, monthly training totals and expanded social-worker contacts and outreach programs.
Osceola County, Iowa
After discussing trees and storage needs, the board rescinded a prior motion to remove a storage shed, approved repairs (approx. $10,000), agreed to keep trees under review, authorized reopening the south entrance and approved a deep‑clean of courthouse floors.
House, Northern Mariana Legislative Sessions, Northern Mariana Islands
Marianas Visitor Authority Director Jamica Tyrone told the House Ways and Means Committee that MVA is seeking a $10.9 million FY2026 budget and asked lawmakers to allocate the full projected hotel-occupancy-tax (HOT) to MVA and supplement that with an additional $5.2 million from other fiscal resources.
Cleves Village, Hamilton County, Ohio
The village council voted 5-0 to suspend rules and adopt Resolution 11-20-25 to submit a question to voters on levying an additional tax in excess of the 10-mill limitation for public safety purposes; funds are restricted to police, fire and EMS and will be delivered to the board of elections for ballot language and numbering.
North College Hill City Council, North College Hill, Hamilton County, Ohio
The council failed twice to table and then adopt Resolution 12-2025, a proposed contract with RWB Properties for stabilization work at the North College Hill City Center and an emergency declaration under Ohio Revised Code §735.051; final approval failed on a 2-2 vote.
Plymouth, Grafton County, New Hampshire
Board members and staff discussed enforcement gaps and policy options for short‑term rentals and tourist‑homes, including permit regimes, temporary authorizations, safety and taxation concerns. Members emphasized public outreach and housing master‑plan engagement before adopting new local rules.
Board of Equalization, Other State Agencies, Executive, California
Lisa Thompson, the State Board of Equalization’s Taxpayers' Rights Advocate, said the annual Taxpayer Bill of Rights hearing will be held Wednesday, Aug. 20, 2025, at 10 a.m., and that members of the public may participate in person, by phone or by submitting written comments before the hearing.
Clayton City Council, Clayton, Montgomery County, Ohio
Clayton City Council tabled an ordinance on the final development plan for Hunters Path Extension Phase 3 (DDC Management) to allow staff and legal counsel to research covenant or plat protections for a proposed 20-foot wooded buffer and other conditions requested by residents.
Escondido, San Diego County, California
City staff told the council that Escondido's drinking water meets all enforceable state and federal standards though five substances measured above nonbinding public health goals; staff recommended no additional treatment due to cost and unclear health benefits.
McLeod County, Minnesota
Extension regional director and three specialists briefed the board on 2024–25 outreach and technical assistance across a three-county partnership, announced the McLeod County Farm Family of the Year and described horticulture, livestock and crops programming.
United Nations, Federal
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres praised Nelson Mandela’s legacy while presenting the Nelson Mandela Prize winners and used the UN’s 80th anniversary as a call to renew global commitments to freedom, justice and solidarity.
Plymouth, Grafton County, New Hampshire
Planning Director Joseph told the board that the Mid State downtown redevelopment applicant has delivered easement text and plans meeting the town attorney’s specifications and that town staff will recommend Select Board hearings required under RSA 41:14.
Osceola County, Iowa
Project manager reported progress on the courthouse/jail remodel but flagged coordination issues with subcontractors, a contested pallet-jack bill and scheduling concerns; supervisors asked for weekly progress minutes and tighter contractor oversight.
Plano, Collin County, Texas
In a recorded Inside Plano interview, Steve Stoler described his duties as the city’s director of media relations, recounted handling national coverage of Toyota’s move to Plano and discussed the Stoler on the Street video series and advice for residents on staying informed.
Battle Creek City, Calhoun County, Michigan
The City of Battle Creek rescheduled its Public Works open house for July 30, encouraged residents to sign up for city alerts, and listed hiring openings and upcoming City Commission meetings on Aug. 5 and Aug. 19.
Battle Creek City, Calhoun County, Michigan
The Battle Creek Police Department warned local businesses about scammers impersonating federal law enforcement and using threats and demands for payment via gift cards or cryptocurrency; residents are asked to hang up and report suspicious calls to the nonemergency line.
Battle Creek City, Calhoun County, Michigan
MetroNet's contractor Vertical Dynamic is photographing and measuring utility poles citywide to assess whether additional communication lines can be installed for a 100% fiber optic network; crews may seek backyard access for some poles and residents can ask to see identification.
Battle Creek City, Calhoun County, Michigan
City officials said quarterly tests show recent total trihalomethane (TTHM) levels below the federal maximum contaminant level, but the running annual average remains above the 80 parts-per-billion standard, so the drinking water violation continues.
Battle Creek City, Calhoun County, Michigan
The City of Battle Creek is conducting the 2025 National Community Survey. About 3,000 households received mailed invitations; a community-wide version opens July 28. Responses are due Aug. 11 and are kept anonymous by the vendor POLCO.
Arlington County, Virginia
The County Board unanimously approved converting two nearly vacant 11‑story office buildings in Crystal City into a 195‑unit residential building and a 344‑room hotel, a decision staff said would remove more than 523,000 square feet of obsolete office space while reactivating the Crystal Drive block.
Battle Creek City, Calhoun County, Michigan
Mayor Mark Behnke announced a public meet-and-greet for city manager finalists at the DoubleTree by Hilton on Aug. 6 and a special City Commission meeting to hold final public interviews on Aug. 7 at City Hall.
Osceola County, Iowa
The County Board approved a subdivision participation form related to the Sandoz settlement and indicated staff will represent the county going forward; further discussion of how to use settlement proceeds was deferred to future meetings.
Plymouth, Grafton County, New Hampshire
Planning staff outlined several recently signed state laws that change how towns must treat multifamily housing, accessory dwelling units, occupancy rules, parking requirements and other land‑use matters. The board discussed which local zoning districts will need amendments and a likely omnibus warrant article for town meeting.
Arlington County, Virginia
The board unanimously approved a major site plan amendment allowing demolition of a 12‑story office tower and construction of a seven‑story, 328‑unit residential building at 4601 Fairfax Drive; the developer will retain the existing below‑grade garage and provide a $2 million affordable housing contribution.
North College Hill City Council, North College Hill, Hamilton County, Ohio
The presiding officer read the second reading of Ordinance 04-2025, which would allow the Regional Income Tax Authority to withhold a fee for subpoenas issued to residents and appoint Shiva Stevens Knott as the city’s delegate to RITA.
Struthers City Council, Struthers, Mahoning County, Ohio
A resolution authorizing the city to apply to the Ohio Department of Natural Resources Urban Forestry Grant Program was presented and placed on the agenda; the excerpt records the title of the resolution and a committee member asking for comment but does not include further details or a recorded vote.
Arlington County, Virginia
After months of public outreach, the County Board unanimously endorsed a refreshed transportation vision and goals aimed at making transit, walking and biking more viable — inserting the word “desirable” into the plan’s language after several speakers urged clearer commitment to reducing car dependence.
Escondido, San Diego County, California
Speakers urged the council to define measurable outcomes for Measure I spending and asked for a clear construction schedule for Grape Day Park to inform planning for the Sept. 13 festival; the council said the Citizens Oversight Committee would begin Aug. 6 and staff would supply scheduling information.
Escondido, San Diego County, California
Multiple residents used the council's public-comment period to report that the library fitness court and other public spaces are being occupied in ways that make them uncomfortable or unusable and to urge stronger enforcement and ADA compliance.
Escondido, San Diego County, California
The council voted 4-0 to adopt Rent Review Board Resolution 2025-83, waiving outstanding administrative fees for late or missing mobile-home park surveys from 2020'2024 and directed staff to enforce a clarified process going forward.
Sammamish City, King County, Washington
Consultants recommended level-of-traffic-stress (LTS) goals and facility standards—including 6-foot sidewalks with 5–6 foot buffers and separated bike lane designs on higher-speed roadways—to meet the city’s comfort-oriented goals for walking and biking.
Osceola County, Iowa
Supervisors reduced the assessment rate for one drainage district after minimum‑charge effects raised the fund balance, and they approved budget and interfund loan resolutions for the coming fiscal year.
Westmoreland City, Sumner County, Tennessee
Council debated a 3% cost-of-living raise for Finance Director Meredith Jenkins, with votes and motions recorded but the transcript does not clearly state the final outcome; the council unanimously deferred consideration of a pay change for part‑time Fire Chief Mark Jenkins to the next committee meeting.
Hunt County, Texas
The district attorney’s office requested three internal promotions to cover duties after its chief criminal deputy left in mid‑June. Office representative Susan asked to promote current staff and to adjust pay slightly; the court noted promotion and raise cutoff timing and that funds were reported available in the office’s request.
Struthers City Council, Struthers, Mahoning County, Ohio
The committee reviewed a contract to award paving work to Lindy Paving Group for Creed Street, Lincoln Street, Elm Court, West Lewis Street and Bob Seam Way; the vendor and street list were read into the record but the transcript did not clearly record the final contract amount or a completed vote in the provided excerpt.