What happened on Saturday, 09 August 2025
Ithaca City, Tompkins County, New York
The IURA Neighborhoods & Housing Committee expressed support for adding a Cherry Street sidewalk extension to an existing Cecil A. Malone Drive contract and asked the economic development committee to pursue roughly $70,000 in reprogrammed funds to build it.
Union County, Illinois
The county clerk urged residents to attend the Peach Festival parade in Cobden and announced the Union County Fair will run Aug. 15–23 with books available at local banks and the courthouse.
Ithaca City, Tompkins County, New York
IURA staff presented a timeliness workout plan showing a CDBG spend‑down shortfall of about $71,000 and outlined monitoring, contracting and reprogramming options to avoid HUD timeliness violations. Committee members asked for earlier monitoring, clearer contracting workflows and highlighted projects that are slow for reasons outside IURA control.
Union County, Illinois
The county clerk announced the 2026 election schedule and said candidate filing packets are available at the county clerk's office for treasurer, sheriff, county clerk and one county board seat.
Union County, Illinois
A staff member told the meeting that the county has ordered a small tabletop microphone to address complaints that meeting videos were difficult to hear; setup was not completed in time for the session.
Lynn Haven, Bay County, Florida
Commissioners and staff discussed conducting a compensation study to assess pay equity across positions after concerns about gender and race pay disparities; staff noted the city uses a compensation scale and suggested work to compare positions, with a prior interim pay precedent of 15%.
Select Committee on Gaming, Select Committees & Task Force, Committees, Legislative, Wyoming
The task force reviewed a LSO working draft that would impose a three‑year moratorium on new simulcasting permits, new HHR premises and increases in terminals; industry representatives warned it would chill projects under construction.
Lynn Haven, Bay County, Florida
Commissioners discussed whether to add a residency differential to sports registration fees, noting Lynn Haven has low municipal rates and that neighboring Callaway charges more for nonresidents; staff suggested considering changes for next season rather than immediate fee increases.
Plymouth, Grafton County, New Hampshire
A planning board update said the proposed Mid‑State downtown parking‑lot easement has advanced to the select board, which will hold the first of two public hearings under RSA 41:14 before deciding whether to accept the easement deed.
Ithaca City, Tompkins County, New York
The IURA Neighborhoods & Housing Committee approved an extension for the Community Housing Trust’s 215 Cleveland Avenue homebuyer project to next September, citing uncertainty around a FEMA Letter of Map Amendment. A separate motion to extend Sears Street projects through April was seconded but did not carry at the committee vote.
Board of Education, Elected Officials, Organizations, Executive, Nebraska
The State Board of Education failed to approve the 2025-26 Nebraska Council on Teacher Education roster after a series of 4-4 tied votes over representation of teacher seats, leaving interim appointment authority to department staff under existing policies.
Lynn Haven, Bay County, Florida
A commissioner proposed amending the front‑yard parking standard to specify 'public sidewalk on public property' to avoid confusion where sidewalks cross private property; staff and other commissioners agreed the change would reduce enforcement disputes.
Plymouth, Grafton County, New Hampshire
The Plymouth Planning Board on a recent meeting agreed to run a monthlong public engagement activity using a “six‑word stories” prompt, pursue a short online survey and target an early November community meeting to inform the housing chapter of the master plan.
Board of Education, Elected Officials, Organizations, Executive, Nebraska
The State Board of Education voted to award federal Comprehensive Literacy State Development subgrants and to accept a $25 million Sherwood Foundation gift to create a Nebraska Literacy Leadership Network, moves aimed at expanding professional learning and coaching for reading instruction.
Select Committee on Gaming, Select Committees & Task Force, Committees, Legislative, Wyoming
Lawmakers flagged uncertainty over statutory language that requires public notices to be printed in a newspaper of local circulation and directed LSO to propose wording that would include website and general-circulation options.
Mantua, Box Elder County, Utah
An unnamed Mantua resident told the Mantua City Council the city should pause new housing growth until the municipal water emergency fund is secured, urged live video of meetings for transparency and said they can help small, home-based businesses access tax credits and grants.
Select Committee on Gaming, Select Committees & Task Force, Committees, Legislative, Wyoming
The Select Committee on Gaming received multiple briefings on prevention, treatment and industry efforts to promote responsible gaming and address problem gambling in Wyoming.
Alabama State Department of Education, State Agencies, Executive, Alabama
Department leaders unveiled a live set of comprehensive plans for literacy, numeracy and school improvement, described how supports will be delivered to low‑performing schools, and hosted presentations from the University of Alabama and UAB proposing new graduate certification programs (math specialist and school psychology).
Lynn Haven, Bay County, Florida
Staff said the city received a legislative appropriation of $980,000 for a fire truck and will pay the supplier and then submit for reimbursement; the vehicle purchase includes a trade‑in to reduce net cost and staff expects state reimbursement within about 90 days.
Select Committee on Gaming, Select Committees & Task Force, Committees, Legislative, Wyoming
The Select Committee on Gaming spent the Aug. 8 meeting debating whether to preserve local permitting authority in working draft 26 LSO-01-45 or replace it with zoning/conditional‑use controls, and it instructed LSO to prepare a zoning-based alternative.
Town of Templeton, Worcester County, Massachusetts
Templeton Recreation and local volunteers celebrated the grand opening of River's Edge Conservation Area in Baldwinville, highlighting volunteer-led plantings of native species, mulching and trail connections to Back Bay; planting began three years ago and remains maintained by community groups and the Conservation Commission.
Alabama State Department of Education, State Agencies, Executive, Alabama
The Alabama State Board of Education on May 11, 2023, voted unanimously to authorize a review of educator preparation programs at Faulkner University; the motion was adopted by voice vote with no public comment recorded.
Lynn Haven, Bay County, Florida
Staff placed a sole‑source purchase for meter transmitters costing about $86,000 on the agenda; staff said the devices are the only available provider and will eliminate most manual meter reads but require continued repair staff.
Select Committee on Gaming, Select Committees & Task Force, Committees, Legislative, Wyoming
Wyoming gaming officials described existing real-time access to skill-game and HHR data, said a 2023 RFP for a statewide central monitoring system drew no bidders, and reported a sole-source quote above $2 million per year. LSO staff said a draft bill would require multiple gaming platforms to connect to a central monitoring system.
Alabama State Department of Education, State Agencies, Executive, Alabama
The Alabama State Board of Education heard a briefing on the department’s time‑limited policy that allowed candidates scoring one standard error of measurement below the regular Praxis cut score ("minus‑1 SEM") to receive certificates, and directed staff to return in July or August with placement and recruiting data to inform any decision about an extension.
Town of Lakeville, Plymouth County, Massachusetts
Members heard a summary of a presentation on modern cranberry growing and agreed to staff an information table at the Lakeville Arts and Music Festival in October, sharing a booth with the Historical Commission.
Henry County, Indiana
Henry County Council met in a 2026 budget-preparation session and moved toward a set of changes that commissioners said should balance the general fund while preserving reserves.
Alabama State Department of Education, State Agencies, Executive, Alabama
The Alabama State Board of Education voted unanimously on May 11, 2023, to modify how passing scores are applied for initial teacher certification and program admission, a change staff described as a technical realignment to new testing standards rather than an increase in passing thresholds.
Select Committee on Gaming, Select Committees & Task Force, Committees, Legislative, Wyoming
LSO presented a draft criminal article creating money‑laundering and illegal‑investment offenses and compared elements in other states. Prosecutors and law enforcement urged careful drafting to avoid unintended scope; the task force voted to continue work and asked LSO and the Gaming Commission to produce refined language.
Lynn Haven, Bay County, Florida
Staff said one side of a lift station riser has split and the city obtained three quotes because full bidding was infeasible without plans; commissioners were told failure could cause bayou overflow and staff will bring award to a future agenda.
Town of Lakeville, Plymouth County, Massachusetts
At its Aug. 7 meeting the Town of Lakeville Open Space Committee approved the July 3 minutes with one wording correction and unanimously appointed Lynn Morley to represent the committee on the Community Preservation Committee.
Lynn Haven, Bay County, Florida
Staff told commissioners the donated bookmobile could not be converted for the donor’s intended use and—since the donation paperwork included no conditions—the city will declare it surplus and auction it on GovDeals with proceeds to benefit animal control.
Select Committee on Gaming, Select Committees & Task Force, Committees, Legislative, Wyoming
LSO presented a draft three‑year moratorium (26 LSO 0152) that would pause new permits, new premises with HHR terminals and terminal increases above currently approved counts. Operators argued a moratorium would freeze investment and reward incumbents. The task force carried the moratorium draft forward for further consideration.
Scott County, Kentucky
Court members reviewed a proposed slight reduction in the county property tax rate (proposed new rate 0.0528) tied to recent assessment increases; the judge said the change would keep the county below a 4% revenue threshold and that a formal vote will occur at the next meeting.
Alabama State Department of Education, State Agencies, Executive, Alabama
At its May 11, 2023, meeting in Montgomery, the Alabama State Board of Education adopted multiple resolutions recognizing teachers, schools and student programs, including the 2023–24 Alabama Teacher of the Year and district-level awards; all motions carried by unanimous voice vote.
Town of Lakeville, Plymouth County, Massachusetts
The Open Space Committee reported that the 2025 Open Space Plan has been submitted to Massachusetts DCR and described ongoing work to correct and annotate the committee's conservation-restriction (CR) and Chapter 61 lists, including gaps in parcel IDs and expiration dates.
Lynn Haven, Bay County, Florida
Staff presented options to use an executive search firm or run the recruitment in‑house and asked commissioners to provide salary range and qualifications before the next meeting; speakers outlined timeline, cost estimates and interim‑manager compensation issues.
The Modesto City Council voted 6-0 to advance a hybrid plan that would place a professional soccer stadium downtown and locate practice fields and team facilities at the municipal golf course adjacent to John Thurman Field.
Scott County, Kentucky
The court adopted Resolution 25‑13 supporting a right‑in/right‑out access point on McClellan Circle for the Marketplace at Frankfort Pike development; the resolution is contingent on Kentucky Transportation Cabinet approval and final plan approvals by the Georgetown‑Scott County Planning Commission and Georgetown City Council.
Select Committee on Gaming, Select Committees & Task Force, Committees, Legislative, Wyoming
Members of the Select Committee on Gaming debated replacing local licensing with a zoning approach for historic horse racing and pari‑mutuel premises, but the panel voted down an amendment to swap the model and instead directed staff to draft a separate zoning bill.
Lynn Haven, Bay County, Florida
A commissioner urged a phased forensic audit focused on purchases above $35,000, citing split orders and a $70,000 uniform purchase as examples; staff said some contracts were sole source or piggyback and that grant reimbursements remain pending.
Town of Lakeville, Plymouth County, Massachusetts
The Town of Lakeville Open Space Committee finalized a 224-address mailing list and arranged town-hall support to print, stuff and post outreach letters and brochures ahead of a September mailing tied to Massachusetts DCR events.
Battle Ground City, Clark County, Washington
The city clerk announced an executive session for the Battle Ground City Council, stating it would last "40 minutes," citing a Revised Code of Washington provision (transcribed in the record as "RCW4.3.zeAzer") and giving start and end times of 7:01 p.m. and 7:47 p.m.; the transcript did not state the session�s purpose.
Scott County, Kentucky
Scott County joined a memorandum of understanding to affiliate EMS personnel with Kentucky Task Force 1 (KYTF1), enabling in‑house training, potential FEMA reimbursement for deployments and recruitment benefits; the court approved the MOU by motion.
Bossier City Agendas, Bossier Parish, Louisiana
A Bossier City Council investigative committee on Aug. 8 said it could not verify compliance with laws governing public spending on parking lots at Scott’s Audio and Bossier Power Equipment because key documents were not produced, and recommended referring the matter to state auditors, the district attorney and the state police.
CLARK COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, Nevada
The Clark County School District Audit Advisory Committee approved the district internal audit department's risk assessment and the 2025'1026 audit plan, and received updates on audit staffing, EthicsPoint reports and the external auditor's planning letter.
LaSalle County, Illinois
Facilities presented a budget that maintains most maintenance lines but seeks increased contingency for vehicle maintenance and building repairs; committee discussed vehicle rotation practices and options to obtain newer vehicles from state or neighboring cities.
Ramsey County, North Dakota
The Ramsey County Board of Commissioners approved a preliminary budget figure after hearing department budget presentations from the state’s attorney, sheriff, library and road departments and discussing levy-counting rules and exemptions.
Scott County, Kentucky
Following public comment from owners and supporters, the Scott County Fiscal Court advanced the first reading of an ordinance that would allow street‑legal special‑purpose vehicles on county highways subject to state statute and local exceptions; the measure moves to second reading Aug. 28.
NORTH EAST ISD, School Districts, Texas
Trustees approved updates to FNCE and the student code of conduct (Chapter 37 alignment) and accepted minimum device rules: phones allowed during passing and lunch but prohibited during instructional time; administrators recommended 10 days ISS rather than automatic DAP for a first e-cigarette offense.
LaSalle County, Illinois
Staff presented photos showing cracking, potholes and base failure at the county forensic center parking lot, and the estimated full replacement cost is $84,330; committee was told code obligations require timely remediation and the item will go to finance for funding decisions.
Scott County, Kentucky
After public comment from a lieutenant who filed a grievance, the fiscal court approved a department reorganization that eliminates the second-level company officer rank and retitles first-level company officers as captains; the court attached a 75¢/hour pay adjustment for those who meet criteria to serve as backup to a battalion chief.
Manchester City Commissions, Manchester, Hillsborough County, New Hampshire
Jeff Belanger, director of Manchester’s Planning and Community Development Department, unveiled the second draft of the proposed Manchester Zoning Ordinance at a public presentation saying the document reflects input from more than 1,000 meeting attendees and 1,499 survey respondents.
Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB), Departments and Agencies, Executive, Texas
The Learning Technologies Advisory Committee moved and seconded to adjourn at the close of the meeting; the chair counted hands and characterized the voice vote as unanimous.
LaSalle County, Illinois
Facilities staff updated the committee on recent maintenance: a plugged drain at the D home, courthouse trial-area window and flashing repairs, generator radiator motor replacement, and elevator and panic-button work; several projects remain open pending parts and vendor schedules.
NORTH EAST ISD, School Districts, Texas
Trustees voted 5–2 to adopt an updated EFB local library policy to implement SB 13 requirements (30-day posting of new titles, parent opt-outs, and a District Library Advisory Committee). Board members warned the multi-step review could significantly slow new book acquisition.
Scott County, Kentucky
Georgetown Municipal Water and Sewer Service told the Scott County Fiscal Court it can address current low-pressure complaints in the Burton tank zone with operational changes this month, has ordered hydraulic modeling for 2–10 year improvements and is pursuing long-term supply planning and a $5 million state grant for a South Side tank.
NORTH EAST ISD, School Districts, Texas
Trustees approved the 2025-26 student code of conduct implementing changes from recent legislation including revised disciplinary options for e-cigarette possession, updated teacher-removal procedures and a formalized early-review behavioral agreement for alternative placements.
LaSalle County, Illinois
The County Property Committee heard a parks maintenance update, approved forwarding a resolution to allow crossbow hunting and to align season dates with state rules, and discussed safety steps for hunters using GPS-marked stands.
Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB), Departments and Agencies, Executive, Texas
LTAC members and staff held an extended, wide‑ranging discussion about generative AI, academic integrity, detection limits, assessment redesign and the emerging risks posed by wearables and implants; members agreed this topic requires ongoing attention and institutional coordination.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Legislative, Texas
A scheduled meeting was adjourned after the chair determined a quorum was not present and announced the session would reconvene at 1 p.m. Monday.
NORTH EAST ISD, School Districts, Texas
The North East ISD Board approved an updated good-cause exception tied to HB3/HB121 to allow campus safety specialists to perform safety functions when a certified armed peace officer or SRO cannot be found, voting unanimously 7–0.
NORTH EAST ISD, School Districts, Texas
The board approved FNCE(Local), which sets a district minimum that phones must be powered off and out of sight during instructional time; principals may adopt stricter local rules for passing periods and lunch.
Town of Merrillville, Lake County, Indiana
The commission presented several commendations recognizing Commander Matt Ponika for interagency coordination during a Secret Service detail, officers and detectives for drug investigations, and officers involved in a high-speed vehicle pursuit and arrest.
Wisconsin Rapids School District, School Districts, Wisconsin
The board approved transferring a 0.5-acre parcel at 1801 Sixteenth Street South to the Wisconsin Rapids Water and Lighting Commission to allow an expanded substation; WWLC will survey and pay related costs and plans an approximately $3 million investment for the substation expansion.
NORTH EAST ISD, School Districts, Texas
After a lengthy discussion, the board approved revisions to EFB(Local) to implement requirements from Senate Bill 13 for public posting, a District Library Advisory Committee and a multi-step reconsideration process; trustees split 5-2 on the measure.
Wisconsin Rapids School District, School Districts, Wisconsin
The board approved a contract with Innovia Health to offer a direct primary care clinic for district staff at $34.50 per member per month after a detailed presentation on clinic services, projected costs and long-term savings potential.
Wisconsin Rapids School District, School Districts, Wisconsin
The school board voted down a motion to approve a proposed dual-enrollment stipend (motion failed on a roll-call vote). Members voiced concerns about setting a precedent for additional stipends and the district’s tight budget.
Town of Merrillville, Lake County, Indiana
A memorandum of understanding resolved a grievance filed by the Fraternal Order of Police regarding May 9, 2025 promotional policy changes; the board accepted the MOU and ratified a promotional list for corporals and sergeants.
Anchorage Municipality, Alaska
The Anchorage Assembly held a confirmation hearing Friday, Aug. 8, for Anne Marie Billingsley, nominated to serve as the municipality’s human resources director; formal confirmation is scheduled for the Assembly meeting on Tuesday.
Wisconsin Rapids School District, School Districts, Wisconsin
Lincoln High School presented Advanced Placement results showing increased student participation and a rise in the share of exams scoring 3 or higher, with the district exceeding state averages and several courses reporting near-universal success.
Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB), Departments and Agencies, Executive, Texas
Brandon Briggs, THECB assistant commissioner for college and advising, described the agency’s student chatbot (Abby) and the agency’s approach to blending generative AI with human advisers to answer ApplyTexas and admissions questions.
NORTH EAST ISD, School Districts, Texas
The board approved a change to Board Policy DC(Local) to let the superintendent hire director-level and below central-office positions and assistant principals, aiming to speed summer hiring without special board meetings.
Town of Merrillville, Lake County, Indiana
The board approved General Order 17-15, establishing phlebotomy policy and procedure for the department after a prior two-month tabling and review period.
Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB), Departments and Agencies, Executive, Texas
Gwen Morel, director of digital learning at THECB, summarized OER grant competitions, the OER fellowship cohort, early results from an OER landscape survey, and announced conference and award timelines for Higher Ed 2025 and Texas Digital Learning Week.
Board of Education, Elected Officials, Organizations, Executive, Nebraska
Lindsay Wilson, Nebraska’s 2025 Teacher of the Year from Bennington Public Schools, presented student work and described international presentations; the board also honored Deputy Commissioner Brian Halstead for 35 years of service.
Select Committee on Gaming, Select Committees & Task Force, Committees, Legislative, Wyoming
Department of Health, county collaborators and industry groups briefed the Select Committee on Gaming on prevention funding, limited current treatment caseloads in state‑funded centers, Laramie County environmental-scan findings and industry responsible‑gaming initiatives including cross‑operator self‑exclusion and education campaigns.
NORTH EAST ISD, School Districts, Texas
The Northeast ISD Board approved a resolution renewing a "good cause" exception that allows the district to staff campuses with campus safety specialists rather than certified school resource officers when qualified peace officers are unavailable.
Board of Education, Elected Officials, Organizations, Executive, Nebraska
After a public commenter warned that NDE recommendations would mask district income and cited $121.24 million in exclusion requests, the board approved school districts' requests for exclusions to the TEOSA spending lid; Finance Officer Bryce Wilson explained exclusions apply to non‑taxpayer funds and do not affect TEOSA state aid or local property taxes.
Town of Merrillville, Lake County, Indiana
The Board of Metropolitan Police Commissioners voted unanimously to promote Nicholas Enyart and Brian Williams to first-class patrolman, effective 12:01 a.m. Aug. 9, 2025.
Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB), Departments and Agencies, Executive, Texas
Committee members reported that Institutional Plans for Distance Education (IPDE) reviews are moving through a staged review process, staff are preparing standardized letters, and operations and quality‑assurance subcommittees will work to define exemplar criteria and final letter templates before forwarding recommendations to the commissioner.
Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB), Departments and Agencies, Executive, Texas
Cam Mayotte, THECB’s State Portal Entity contact, said about 156 Texas institutions participate in SARA, the 07/01/2025 SARA application is now in use, and institutions should be prepared to provide catastrophic-event and disaster-recovery policies under requirement 14 of the application.
Select Committee on Gaming, Select Committees & Task Force, Committees, Legislative, Wyoming
Legislators and agency staff discussed a proposed central monitoring system (CMS) for online wagering, skill-based amusement games and historical horse racing, including an LSO bill draft that would require CMS connectivity and the steep cost estimate received for a sole-sourced product.
Talking Rock, Pickens County, Georgia
The council approved the June 2025 meeting minutes and accepted June and July 2025 financial reports; the general operating account balance discussed was about $250,252.95 and staff reviewed several smaller fund balances and outstanding checks.
Board of Education, Elected Officials, Organizations, Executive, Nebraska
A protracted, sometimes contentious discussion about the 2025–26 Nebraska Council on Teacher Education roster ended without board approval: members split over whether to approve higher education and governance appointments separately from teacher nominations, and multiple motions were tied or failed.
City of Eustis, Lake County, Florida
After department suggestions for reductions and reallocation of one‑time items to surplus, city staff reported a balanced general fund for the coming fiscal year under the current millage. Staff said cuts avoided layoffs and maintained public safety budgets.
City of Eustis, Lake County, Florida
City staff said engineering for the North Shore culvert will proceed after a $200,000 state appropriation covers half the design cost, but construction could run into the millions and will require county or state support. Staff also warned the stormwater fund is not sustainable and that a rate study is under way.
Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB), Departments and Agencies, Executive, Texas
THECB Assistant Commissioner Tina Jackson described new and ongoing workforce education grants, seven planning award winners for the TRUE program, Perkins State Leadership grant categories, and recent curriculum review activity affecting hundreds of CTE courses.
San Diego City, San Diego County, California
County staff described an outreach program with VVSD that prints EBT cards on-site for CalFresh-eligible people and connects people experiencing homelessness to housing and other supports; program details such as locations and hours were not specified.
Talking Rock, Pickens County, Georgia
Councilors received an update on a phased plan to install sidewalks and crosswalks downtown; staff said they expect a permit from the state transportation agency if an updated plan is submitted by early next week.
City of Eustis, Lake County, Florida
After discussion about competing priorities, commissioners agreed to move the proposed citywide parks and recreation master plan out one year, citing pending decisions on the Curtwright/Ninth‑grade center and other facility changes that affect park strategy.
Board of Education, Elected Officials, Organizations, Executive, Nebraska
The State Board of Education on Aug. 8 approved several literacy-related awards and contracts tied to a $55 million federal grant and accepted a $25 million investment from the Sherwood Foundation to fund leadership and coaching; board members stressed coaching, professional learning and accountability.
Higher Education Coordinating Board (THECB), Departments and Agencies, Executive, Texas
John Wyatt, THECB senior director for government relations, told the advisory committee the coordinating board’s focus has moved from tracking legislation to implementing newly enacted bills and preparing for interim committee work while the governor’s special session continues.
City of Eustis, Lake County, Florida
After staff described failing roof drains and interior leaks, commissioners agreed to keep a roof repair project in the five‑year CIP but directed staff not to proceed with construction until final scope, bids and a decision on the building’s future are presented.
Spanish, Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
A councilmember representing District 15 described what they said were federal immigration enforcement actions in the Harbor/Terminal Island area, said peace-patrol volunteers were intimidated and announced the council will gather testimony while local port police review the incident.
Mayor Valeria Mesquam said the City of Santa Ana has joined a multi-city lawsuit challenging recent federal immigration enforcement actions, and described local steps — including a hotline and weekly food deliveries — to support affected residents.
Spanish, Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
At a regularly scheduled Los Angeles City Council meeting, members approved a modified Item 1 by voice/roll call and earlier approved the minutes of the Aug. 6 meeting. The votes were procedural; the record does not specify the substance of Item 1.
Chatham County, Georgia
Chatham County amended chapter 21 of its code to update department names and incorporate local board‑of‑health resolutions regarding commercial septic systems in flood-prone areas; staff said the change is mainly housekeeping and adds an enforcement tool.
Talking Rock, Pickens County, Georgia
The council voted to enter a contract with the Community Television Company to collect a 5% franchise fee, including recovery of back payments identified by staff.
City of Eustis, Lake County, Florida
City staff presented a revised five‑year capital improvement plan that shifts high‑cost, not‑yet‑authorized projects — including a proposed North Shore bridge, an aquatic center renovation and a downtown parking garage — to an “unfunded” list, leaving smaller capital and equipment items in the funded five‑year plan.
Select Committee on Gaming, Select Committees & Task Force, Committees, Legislative, Wyoming
The committee reviewed a Legislative Service Office draft modeled on prior Senate File 116 that would create state money‑laundering and illegal‑investment crimes. Members asked LSO and the gaming commission to refine definitions (bona fide social relationship, 'profit', reporting thresholds) and to coordinate with prosecutors and law enforcement.
Board of Education, Elected Officials, Organizations, Executive, Nebraska
The State Board of Education unanimously approved school districts' requests for exclusions to the general fund spending limitation under the Tax Equity and Educational Opportunity Support Act (TEOSA) after a public commenter urged scrutiny of district income reporting.
Talking Rock, Pickens County, Georgia
After repeated illegal dumping and related management changes, the council agreed to move the town’s public dumpsters behind town hall and approved $1,200 for a full property survey to document the town-owned parcel and clear title questions before relocation.
Chatham County, Georgia
County staff proposed aligning the Flood Damage Prevention Ordinance with FEMA guidance and reinstating a prohibition on locating critical facilities in special flood hazard areas; commissioners representing island communities raised access and service concerns and the board voted to table the amendment for further review.
Chatham County, Georgia
Chatham County Animal Services told commissioners it took in 443 dogs and 162 cats from April–August 2025, relies heavily on rescue partners for live outcomes, is operating below authorized staffing levels, and outlined hurricane evacuation agreements and sheltering plans.
House of Representatives, Legislative, Pennsylvania
At a midday session, the Pennsylvania House of Representatives received several agency reports, the clerk read and referred dozens of bills to standing committees, the majority leader moved House Bill 722 off the table, and the House voted to adjourn until Aug. 9, 2025.
Talking Rock, Pickens County, Georgia
After reviewing estimates to either bury a propane tank or build a masonry screen, the council decided to bury the tank with Appalachian Propane and approved an additional installation cap of up to $1,200; estimates to erect a wall were substantially higher.
Chatham County, Georgia
The Board adopted the 2025 revenue ordinance, raising the Special Service District (SSD) millage from 4.502 to 6.502 mils, increasing the solid‑waste fee from $85 to $125 to make the service self-supporting, and revising multiple departmental fees and caps.
Talking Rock, Pickens County, Georgia
The town council approved a roughly $2,600 contract with Phoenix Landscaping to correct grading and drainage issues that have allowed stormwater into the pavilion restrooms; maintenance staff also reported several recent repairs to park equipment and grounds.
Senate, Committees, Legislative, Kansas
The board approved a $177,060 grant request from Attorney General Kobach to place 40 repurposed newspaper-style boxes stocked with naloxone at or near college campuses and run a public service advertising campaign; board members also discussed coordinating locations with existing local efforts.
Park City School District , Utah School Boards, Utah
The Park City School District Board of Education approved updated logos Aug. 8 so schools can use them for back-to-school communications and apparel, with no changes to elementary mascots and a new preschool mark introduced.