What happened on Tuesday, 02 September 2025
Duplin County, North Carolina
The county health department reported rising respiratory virus activity, gave immunization event statistics, outlined recent grants and audits, and warned of an anticipated Medicaid funding reduction tied to a state "mini budget."
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Legislative findings highlight menopause's role in osteoporosis and the need for early screenings
Tomball, Harris County, Texas
At a joint workshop, Tomball Economic Development Corporation staff reported recent acquisitions totaling 45.75 acres for South Live Oak redevelopment and presented a proposed fiscal 2026 budget that includes $3 million for final design and operations of Tomball Legacy Square and $250,000 for an expanded youth employment program.
Butler County, Ohio
Multiple residents urged the Butler County Board of Commissioners to rescind or pause the county jail contract with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Commissioners said cancelling the contract would not stop ICE activity and moved later to an executive session on legal matters; no vote to end the contract occurred at the meeting.
Duplin County, North Carolina
The board authorized underwriters to explore refunding the 2016 limited-obligation bonds for Duplin County schools; preliminary estimates indicate potential savings of about $1.4 million over the term, subject to market conditions and board approval of final terms.
Baltimore County, Maryland
The Baltimore County Board of Appeals unanimously denied a petitioner's motion to reconsider a March 24 order that denied approval of an existing lawful nonconforming use for a boarding house at 2420 Hollyneck, finding the evidence cited was not newly discovered and could have been presented earlier.
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Legislation requires medical assistance and insurance coverage for osteoporosis prevention and treatment
Villa Rica, Carroll County, Georgia
The Villarrica City Council entered an executive session Aug. 26 to discuss a prospective contract involving the purchase, disposition or lease of property under OCGA §50-14-3(b)(1)(d). The council returned to open session and reported discussion only; no action was taken.
Tomball, Harris County, Texas
Tomball officials and firefighters dedicated a safe‑haven baby box at Fire Station 5, providing an anonymous, safe location for relinquishing an infant under Texas safe‑haven law; city and fire officials described the box’s operation at the dedication.
Tomball, Harris County, Texas
Council discussed whether to renominate an incumbent or recruit a new nominee to fill an unexpired term on the Harris County Appraisal District board and directed staff to advertise and return with applications and a slate at the Sept. 15 meeting.
Duplin County, North Carolina
County staff requested and won approval to hold a second public hearing Oct. 6 as part of a Community Development Block Grant application cycle; the county may apply for up to $950,000 in this round.
Victoria County, Texas
County animal services officers completed a national mental-health first aid training aimed at improving interactions in hoarding, medical and welfare-check situations; staff said certificates are valid for three years.
Victoria County, Texas
County staff announced the MITMOD application has advanced to contract phase and the court received a fully executed intergovernmental agreement tied to the MITMOD Precinct 1 project.
Villa Rica, Carroll County, Georgia
Interim Finance Director Amanda Long presented a $56.7 million proposed FY2026 budget Aug. 26 that would maintain the 5.588 millage, adds four police officers budgeted for a quarter year, and leaves $1.83 million in department requests unfunded; council will vote on the budget Sept. 9.
Tomball, Harris County, Texas
The council approved three first-reading resolutions to assist infrastructure costs for private development: Una Holdings LLC (up to $174,061), Everwood Reserve Properties (up to $54,102) and Republic Business Park LP (up to $227,152). All passed 5-0 on first reading.
Tomball, Harris County, Texas
A newly formed merchants group, the Heart of Tomball Alliance, told the City Council during public comment that it will host a fashion show on Sept. 21 at a venue on the Tomball border to promote downtown businesses and raise scholarships for Tomball ISD students pursuing entrepreneurship.
Duplin County, North Carolina
The county Department of Social Services told the Consolidated Human Services Board it has rolled out the state's PATH NC system, has $151,000 in state crisis funds available for residents, and will hold its annual Socktober donation drive this fall.
Tomball, Harris County, Texas
The Tomball Economic Development Corporation budget for fiscal year 2026 was approved on first reading, allocating $3 million for Tomball Legacy Square and funding for property acquisition, Old Town projects, South Live Oak repairs and a summer youth employment program.
Duplin County, North Carolina
The Duplin County Board of Commissioners approved a motion to enter a performance incentive agreement framework for "Project Perry," a major agricultural storage and drying facility, contingent on county attorney approval.
Victoria County, Texas
The county received and approved a fully executed interlocal agreement with the City of Victoria and a contract with Clark Construction of Texas for the Northside Road reconstruction within city limits, and the court rejected all other bids for the project.
Tomball, Harris County, Texas
Britney Johnson, speaking for the Heart of Tomball Alliance, told the council the group plans a Sept. 21 fashion show at Balmora Wedding Venue to showcase downtown boutiques, restaurants and salons and to raise funds for scholarships for Tomball ISD students pursuing entrepreneurship.
Villa Rica, Carroll County, Georgia
After a presentation on the 2025 tax digest and a public hearing, the Villarrica City Council voted unanimously Aug. 26 to maintain the millage rate at 5.588, with staff saying the move would bring additional revenue to cover debt and public safety needs.
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Legislation mandates health insurance coverage for osteoporosis screenings and treatments before menopause.
Aurora West USD 129, School Boards, Illinois
Student board members reported more than $7,000 raised last year for pediatric cancer awareness and described senior activities and early-season athletic successes; a board member noted district AP pass rates rose from 57% in 2021 to 74% most recently.
Victoria County, Texas
Court members reviewed a project list and discussed increasing the planned county certificate of obligation (CO) issuance above $10 million to cover prioritized projects; staff said they will deliver a prioritized list with cost estimates by Monday for bond counsel.
Tomball, Harris County, Texas
The Tomball City Council voted 5-0 to approve a professional services agreement with AIG Technical Services for design of North Cherry Street storm-sewer improvements, funded by a HUD Community Project Grant, not to exceed $1,908,249.
Tomball, Harris County, Texas
City staff presented a proposed renewal of the janitorial services agreement with ABM Texas Janitorial Services for a not-to-exceed $120,000, with a 2.9% CPI increase on services offset by lower supplies usage.
Tomball, Harris County, Texas
An applicant is seeking to rezone roughly 0.336 acres at 1710 South Cherry Street from single-family-9 to general retail to relocate a spice retailer. The item will go to the Planning & Zoning Commission for public hearing and return to council for first reading on Sept. 15.
Tomball, Harris County, Texas
After several council members objected to a 4 p.m. start time for workshops, the council agreed in discussion to return workshops to 5 p.m. and add proposed future-agenda items to the regular meeting agenda; no formal ordinance or vote changed the schedule on Sept. 2.
Leon Valley, Bexar County, Texas
City Manager Dr. Caldera presented a revised set of goals and objectives covering economic development, first responders, infrastructure, environment, parks and recreation, transparency, fiscal responsibility and citizen involvement; council gave direction and asked staff to finalize language and return with a resolution.
Aurora West USD 129, School Boards, Illinois
District staff said the next step in the budget process is a public hearing; historically the board opens and closes the hearing and then considers budget approval at the next regular meeting.
Victoria County, Texas
County officials accepted a TxDOT-related $2.5 million allocation for airport terminal design and discussed a design contract roughly $2.77 million in total, plus separate change orders on the Taxiway Charlie relocation project that add federal and local costs.
Victoria County, Texas
County leaders told staff and the public that a recently passed state law (referred to in the meeting as HB 1522) requires agendas to be posted earlier, prompting a change to Tuesday postings and earlier submission deadlines ahead of a Sept. 8 public budget hearing.
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Legislation requires health insurers to cover preventive measures and treatments for osteoporosis.
Leon Valley, Bexar County, Texas
Community Relations Director Crystal Miranda told council the city budgeted $180,000 for the July 4 celebration but sponsorships and staff cost-control reduced the city's net expense to roughly $84,000; attendance was estimated at about 9,000.
Events, Hillsborough, School Districts, Florida
An unidentified meeting commenter who said he played in the NFL described a coaching approach centered on breaking techniques into teachable steps, learning from other coaches, and emphasizing mentorship to develop youth players.
Aurora West USD 129, School Boards, Illinois
District community affairs staff outlined sponsorships and a district events calendar: Roots Aurora Sept. 5, Fiesta Patrias Sept. 6, school color run Sept. 12, teacher in-service Sept. 22 (no school), homecoming activities Sept. 23–26, a gym dedication Oct. 3 and middle-school conferences the week of Oct. 6.
Montgomery County, Kansas
The commission approved publishing the county's revenue-and-receipts (R&R) and budget-hearing notices and set the combined hearing for 9 a.m. on Sept. 15; staff presented a draft budget for review.
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Bill mandates regulations to safeguard employees from heat-related injuries and illnesses
Aurora West USD 129, School Boards, Illinois
West Aurora High School this fall began scanning student IDs to manage lunchroom flow and verify assigned lunches, and implemented an "Off and Away" cell-phone policy; school leaders say early data and student feedback show smoother movement and fewer classroom distractions and staff are continuing to monitor impacts.
Lebanon City, Boone County, Indiana
The Cityland Board of Zoning Appeals approved a variance allowing a fenced, screened outdoor storage area for a tenant at 651 South Enterprise Boulevard, subject to conditions requiring an 8-foot solid vinyl fence on the side facing State Route 39 and installation of specified landscaping.
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New regulations require employers to develop heat injury prevention plans and training.
Montgomery County, Kansas
After receiving a single timely RFQ response, commissioners directed staff to proceed with an RFP and further analysis with Holmes Murphy to determine whether changing brokers could reduce rising insurance premiums.
Leon Valley, Bexar County, Texas
A longtime resident told council he was being charged a monthly sewer fee he described as unfairly computed for a 'new customer'; staff said the city would not change its policy and offered additional customer meetings.
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Legislation enforces penalties up to $200K for serious employer violations of heat standards
Des Moines County, Iowa
The Board approved participation in multiple opioid litigation settlements and authorized the county attorney to sign participation agreements allocating 60% to the state and 40% to local governments under the settlement formulas.
Clifton , Passaic County, New Jersey
Several residents raised noise and entertainment concerns about local restaurants; council and administration reiterated that enforcement requires police complaints and explained that penalties and license revocation are enforcement tools, while clarifying notice and service procedures for licensing.
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Secretary may enter and inspect workplaces without notice to ensure compliance with this act
Leon Valley, Bexar County, Texas
Residents reported low, overhanging branches and repeated storm damage; staff reminded the public of a 14-foot clearance requirement, said citations could begin Sept. 1, and offered to distribute a property-maintenance fact sheet to residents.
Montgomery County, Kansas
The commission cleared a county IT proposal to buy an enterprise network switch and related services needed for a new voice-over-IP phone system and call-recording capability; the sheriff's office recording requirements drove the purchase.
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Legislation allows employees to sue for retaliation or discrimination within three years.
Leon Valley, Bexar County, Texas
Multiple residents complained about citations for blocking the sidewalk and overnight street parking; Councilor Kelsey Campos and staff explained citation numbers and legal limits on directing police enforcement.
Clifton , Passaic County, New Jersey
Council and staff confirmed the forensic audit firm will present findings on Sept. 16; the chief financial officer reported he may be unavailable that day and council asked for an accessible PowerPoint presentation so the public can follow along and for follow-up sessions if questions remain.
Montgomery County, Kansas
The commission approved an overhaul of the county judicial center's door access controls, awarding LT Solutions a Gallagher system for $42,195 to be paid from KDADS grant funds; annual maintenance is $1,000 split among three offices.
Des Moines County, Iowa
The county's information technology director submitted a resignation effective Sept. 26, 2025; the Board of Supervisors accepted the resignation with regret and thanked the director for 19 years of service.
Montgomery County, Kansas
Montgomery County commissioners heard requests from Hannah's House Ministries and Home Sweet Home for opioid-settlement funds to cover a replacement van and utility support but postponed funding decisions and scheduled a work session for Sept. 8 to review finances and overlap with other programs.
Clifton , Passaic County, New Jersey
Council authorized advertising bids for curb and sidewalk improvements on Third Street and directed that the bid specifications include permanent traffic-calming measures — replacing temporary candlesticks with bump-outs where police and staff have identified speeding problems.
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Fund created to support investigations and enforcement of heat protection violations
Des Moines County, Iowa
In a work session the board agreed to sell the former Public Health building by sealed bid, hold open-house viewings during the 30-day bid period, and meet in closed session before the public notice to set a minimum bid; staff to prepare a resolution and notice.
Leon Valley, Bexar County, Texas
Council directed staff to gather Planned Development District (PD) language from comparable cities after members said Leon Valley's PD criteria had been applied inconsistently and used subjectively in recent projects.
Miami County, Kansas
Staff told the Planning Commission that mailings for a 10‑year conditional use permit renewal for a cell tower (case 25005) did not go out on schedule; staff will re‑notice and bring the application back next month. No commission vote was required.
Miami County, Kansas
The Planning Commission approved subdivision 25004 (Tallgrass Acres) after staff and the rural water district confirmed no physical waterline construction was necessary; the commission removed staff condition 6 and approved the final plat with one abstention.
Des Moines County, Iowa
The Board of Supervisors voted to extend a three-month moratorium on accepting or approving permits for commercial wind energy conversion systems to Oct. 31, 2025, to allow final ordinance amendments to be completed.
Clifton , Passaic County, New Jersey
Council members discussed a long-running landscaping/vendor program described as 'Clean and Lean' after staff reported an individual provided services without an LLC, without proof of liability insurance, and without a written contract; city plans to send a letter and consider options for restructuring the program.
Leon Valley, Bexar County, Texas
On Sept. 2 the City of Leon Valley City Council voted to update the FY2026 budget and set a 0.54 property tax rate to fund three firefighters; staff will republish budget notices and return with final adoption items for a subsequent meeting.
Miami County, Kansas
Proposed short‑term rental regulations moved from concept to active review Sept. 2 as Miami County planning staff asked the Planning Commission for guidance on a draft ordinance and the commission directed staff to return with a revised proposal and legal advice.
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Bill establishes a four percent privilege tax on net gambling revenues from historical horse racing
Clifton , Passaic County, New Jersey
The Clifton City Council voted to amend a proposed sewer connection fee ordinance so existing homeowners adding less than 20% more square footage would not pay the new connection charge; council members debated how collected fees should be used and whether the exemption undermines the ordinance’s intent.
Butler County, Kansas
Commissioners said they are receiving numerous complaints about the motor vehicle/tag office and plan to meet state legislators to discuss Department of Revenue system issues and funding/fee structures.
Leon Valley, Bexar County, Texas
City staff presented a financial recap of the July 4, 2025 celebration, reporting sponsorships and reduced expenditures resulted in an approximate city expenditure of $84,002 despite a budgeted $180,000. Staff estimated about 9,000 attendees and recommended continuing sponsorship outreach.
Des Moines County, Iowa
A letter from Dale Allison read at the Des Moines County Board of Supervisors meeting accuses supervisors and the county sheriff of publicly disparaging Transitions DMC's proposal for a youth shelter and disputes officials' counts and characterization of homeless youth.
Medina County, Ohio
The board approved a $5,000 change order for the Hubbard Valley radio tower project to address an easement issue and authorized advertising and award for a jail inmate communications contract to Smart Communications.
Pasadena, Harris County, Texas
Representatives from Crown Hill Cemetery asked the council to help publicize a new $500 scholarship for high-school seniors and invited council members to a December wreath event and holiday function.
Medina County, Ohio
Ohio State University Extension's Medina County office told commissioners federal SNAP-Ed funding will end Sep. 30; staff outlined continuing programs through the fall, leadership retirement plans and upcoming Ag Day events.
Pasadena, Harris County, Texas
The organizer of the Bay Area Nutcracker Market told council the convention center permitted a second, similarly named holiday market that is confusing vendors and customers and causing financial hardship for her business.
Medina County, Ohio
The board approved an amendment to the county Prevention, Retention and Contingency (PRC) plan and authorized continuing contract with the Day Thomas Foundation for adoption services.
Pasadena, Harris County, Texas
The Pasadena Police Department received reaccreditation from the Texas Police Chiefs Association and several individuals received mayoral citations for actions during a medical emergency. The accreditation recognizes compliance with state law and professional standards.
Medina County, Ohio
The board authorized multiple sanitary department actions including advertising for bids at Hinkley Wastewater Treatment Plant, inspection agreements with Wade Trim, HVAC replacement at Liverpool plant, a memorandum with Chippewa Lake, and a design contract for Windfall tank rehabilitation.
Pasadena, Harris County, Texas
Two public commenters raised concerns about the convention center project and alleged improper conduct related to police personnel and investigations; the council heard the complaints and several members called for more information before final budget votes.
Medina County, Ohio
The Board approved five county engineer resolutions to authorize pavement repair change orders and temporary road closures for culvert replacements and a bridge change order for Medina Line Road Bridge No. 18.
Pasadena, Harris County, Texas
The Pasadena City Council approved a property tax rate and advanced the fiscal 2025–26 budget on first reading after a debate that centered on infrastructure, employee pay and unanswered questions about a convention center project.
Medina County, Ohio
The Medina County Board of Commissioners adopted a proclamation recognizing September as National Recovery Month and heard comments from Hope Recovery Community and the Medina County Mental Health and Recovery Board.
CHSD 128, School Boards, Illinois
The board administered the oath to six newly appointed student board representatives, who reported on school activities, clubs, volunteering and student supports across Vernon Hills and Libertyville high schools.
Orange Beach, Baldwin County, Alabama
At a Sept. 2 special call meeting, the City Council canvassed municipal election returns, counted seven of 13 provisional ballots and adopted a resolution certifying the results; six provisional ballots were rejected for eligibility reasons.
Butler County, Kansas
Finance director Ryan Edson presented the county's second-quarter financial report, citing reliance on ad valorem property tax, lower charges for service, strong interest income compared with prior years, and increased use of encumbrances to reflect approved but unspent purchases.
Leon Valley, Bexar County, Texas
Residents raised safety concerns about low and dead branches blocking streets and alleys. Councilors and staff said the city ordinance requires 14 feet of vertical clearance over roadways and that enforcement outreach and citations will continue; staff offered to provide fact sheets and outreach to residents.
Story County, Iowa
During the Sept. 2 meeting the board was told Human Services will bring an item to the board if planned shredding expenses exceed an allocated line item; no dollar amount was specified and no action was taken.
Leon Valley, Bexar County, Texas
Several residents complained at public comment about citations for blocking sidewalks and overhanging driveway aprons, asking council to prioritize patrol work like theft and speeding. City officials said citation activity reflects enforcement of state and local law and that council cannot legally instruct police to ignore certain state offenses.
Story County, Iowa
Story County Planning and Development announced a transition from its existing online application portal to GeoPermits Online beginning Sept. 2, 2025; existing applications should remain in the old system and applicants can contact the department for help.
Sagadahoc, Maine
At a special meeting a little after 2 p.m., the Saginaw County Commissioners entered executive session under state statute and then voted unanimously to uphold Sheriff Mary’s decision regarding Sergeant Scofield; details of the personnel matter were not disclosed publicly.
CHSD 128, School Boards, Illinois
Communications staff updated the board on a website redesign launched in a soft phase; staff reported about 3,400 visitors in the first month, that 50–56% of traffic is mobile, and asked the community to use the site's feedback form to report problems or missing content.
Butler County, Kansas
Butler County approved Verizon Connect vehicle tracking and forward/rear-facing cameras for high-liability public works vehicles and buses in the Department of Aging as a risk-reduction pilot, with a 3-month free introductory period.
Kennebec County, Maine
Kennebec County’s register of deeds outlined state law changes affecting transfer tax collections and described new, unresolved requirements tied to manufactured/mobile home parks that could require a $10,000 per-lot fee; the register said counties and stakeholders are still seeking implementation details.
Hunterdon County, New Jersey
County counsel listed seven matters for a closed-door executive session Sept. 2, including litigation, a Code Blue warming-center request for proposals, a potential film-production contract and a road hardship request; a motion to enter executive session was moved and seconded but the transcript does not record a vote.
Kennebec County, Maine
County finance staff presented a draft internal-control (fiscal) policy. Commissioners and department heads raised questions about wording on authority, reconciliation timing, credit-card and micro-purchase limits, grant approvals and organizational structure and asked for revisions and wider departmental review before adoption.
Leon Valley, Bexar County, Texas
City Manager Dr. Caldera presented revised mission, vision and goal areas for Leon Valley on Sept. 2; councilors asked for minor edits and directed staff to draft a resolution for adoption.
CHSD 128, School Boards, Illinois
District 128 approved a memorandum of agreement incorporating job categories for educational support professionals (ESP) and amended 10- and 12-month administrator contracts to align certain benefits with the recently ratified teacher collective bargaining agreement.
Butler County, Kansas
The Butler County Commission approved a one-year purchase of CityTech Systems software for project tracking and field reporting and heard that staff plan to integrate the tool into county GIS in the future.
Harris County, Georgia
Craig Rowan, commander of Harris County American Legion Post 189, told county officials the post volunteered about 22,000 hours, raised $35,000 and grew to 135 members over the past year; the post also sponsored youth programs and provided veteran services locally.
Kennebec County, Maine
The sheriff’s office reported a contractual transition to Axon body-worn cameras, with a target deployment date of Oct. 1 pending vendor training; deputies gave positive early feedback after limited use of test units.
Leon Valley, Bexar County, Texas
Councilors debated whether to keep, revise or eliminate the city’s Planned Development (PD) zoning option. Many members said the PD language is subjective and needs clearer, enforceable criteria; staff was asked to gather PD language from comparable cities and return with recommendations.
Butler County, Kansas
The Butler County Commission approved renewals for ArcGIS Hub Premium ($6,163.01) and the Esri Small Government Enterprise Agreement ($45,000) to continue countywide GIS services and cross-department data sharing.
CHSD 128, School Boards, Illinois
The board approved a multi-day Daring Ed College and Culture tour to Washington, D.C., in October 2025 aimed at exposing District 128 students to college and historical sites; staff said the trip is the district's first multi-day Daring Ed offering and will be promoted to families if approved.
Kennebec County, Maine
Commissioners authorized an amendment to the county’s contract with Securus after an FCC order’s stay reverted prior changes; the amendment allows the county to resume earning commissions on inmate phone services to benefit the inmate population.
Yellowstone, Montana
After a brief public hearing with no comments, the Yellowstone County Commission passed Resolution 25‑101 adopting the FY25‑26 budget and setting special district levies; the board also approved Resolution 25‑109 to cancel its Sept. 23 meeting due to the Montana Association of Counties conference.
CHSD 128, School Boards, Illinois
District 128 awarded a change-order/rebid contract for helical piers at the Libertyville High School cafeteria after on-site conditions required deeper excavation; the board approved the low bid from Safeguard Waterproofing / RamJack Illinois.
Yellowstone, Montana
The board granted preliminary plat approval with conditions for the Lazy KU Subdivision third filing, subject to DEQ approval of water/wastewater design, road construction to plan specifications and several no‑access easements.
Yellowstone, Montana
The Yellowstone County Commission approved a resolution of intent and scheduled a public hearing for Sept. 16 to consider consolidating the county zoning commission and the board of adjustments into a single body, a planning staff proposal aimed at administrative efficiency and improving volunteer recruitment.
Harris County, Georgia
A nonprofit service provider reported to Harris County officials that its Early Head Start and Head Start programs prepared 1,257 children in its 2024–25 fiscal year and that thousands of households received energy assistance and food commodities; the group also asked the county to recommend a local board representative.
Yellowstone, Montana
The Yellowstone County Commission voted to amend fiscal budgets and reallocate museum mill dollars to the general fund to help cover an $8.9 million jail shortfall, prompting lengthy public comment from Yellowstone Art Museum staff, trustees and community members who urged the commission to restore prior funding levels.
Kennebec County, Maine
Kennebec County commissioners voted to authorize a contract with Siemens to replace an outdated jail fire monitoring panel at an estimated cost of about $68,042, to be paid from the jail capital improvement (CIP) account.
Leon Valley, Bexar County, Texas
After hours of discussion and public comment, the City Council directed staff to update the proposed FY2026 budget to a 0.54 property tax rate and bring back final adoption; council members said the increase is needed to add three firefighters (one per shift) and bolster emergency response.
Iroquois County, Illinois
The County Health Committee voted on Sept. 2 to go into executive session under the Illinois Open Meetings Act citation 5 ILCS 120/2(c)(1) to discuss appointment, employment, compensation, discipline, performance or dismissal of specific employees; the motion was made by Steve, seconded by Chad, and passed by voice vote.
Hannibal City, Marion County, Missouri
The council voted to enter closed session under section 610.021 of the Revised Statutes of Missouri (subparagraphs 1, 3 and 13); the motion passed and the listed attendees included council, the city manager, city attorney and city clerk.
CHSD 128, School Boards, Illinois
The board approved an amendment to the district�athletic training contract after vendor Athletico notified the district it cannot guarantee two full-time equivalents; board members and public commenters recommended exploring an in-house trainer as a contingency.
Columbia, Boone County, Missouri
Councilists deferred a proposed rewrite of Chapter 2 (closed records) after several members asked for more time to review newly added language addressing security, tip lines and juvenile-identifiable information.
Iroquois County, Illinois
County Health Committee members spent the Sept. 2 meeting reviewing animal-control operations, emphasizing updates to fee schedules, intergovernmental agreements, operational policies and staffing.
Hannibal City, Marion County, Missouri
The council approved acceptance of the city's annual material and services bids: Central Stone for aggregates, Lomax Trucking for snow-removal salt, Big River for fuel, and Wire Ready Mix for concrete; asphalt low bids were noted and the city retains the practice of holding a second low bid as backup.
Morgan County, School Districts, Tennessee
On Sept. 2 the Morgan County Board approved several board policies on first reading and approved a separate vote on policy 4.100 Instructional Program in which Board member Jonathan Dagley abstained with conflict.
Columbia, Boone County, Missouri
Council delayed action on a proposal to raise on-street meter rates and change ParkMobile fee allocation after a request from a downtown business organization for extra outreach and time to review the plan.
Iroquois County, Illinois
At the Sept. 2 committee meeting, public health staff reported August activity including temporary food inspections, water-sample testing, West Nile mosquito surveillance, school immunizations, TB follow-up and the start of a seniors’ depression referral program (PEARLS).
Hannibal City, Marion County, Missouri
A downtown business owner urged the council to seek merchant input before approving a four-day Steampunk Festival street closure; the council approved a small closure for a Child Advocacy Center stage (pending insurance) and a Sept. 27 closure for Douglas Community Services' Burgers and Brews.
CHSD 128, School Boards, Illinois
Parents and community advocates urged the District 128 Board of Education on Aug. 25 to revise the district’s gender-support guidelines, saying the existing policy puts female students at risk and may violate federal law.
Angleton, Brazoria County, Texas
ABLC staff presented usage data showing very low patron counts in early morning hours and recommended trimming pool hours in non-peak months to reduce annual lifeguard costs. The board asked staff to test demand, track counts and return with an implementation plan in October.
Morgan County, School Districts, Tennessee
The Morgan County Board of Education approved the financial statement for the month ending Aug. 30, 2025, and voted to approve budget amendments 8–14 at the Sept. 2 meeting; the Aug. 5 meeting included approval of earlier amendments and financial items.
Columbia, Boone County, Missouri
City utilities staff presented a forecast showing the electric fund trending below reserve targets without incremental rate increases. Council approved an ordinance to increase the customer, energy and demand charges by 2% for FY2026.
Angleton, Brazoria County, Texas
Board members and sports-club representatives discussed options and cost estimates for adding a sixth softball field at Bates Park, regrading BGPEC soccer fields and replacing the Freedom Park playground. Staff said available ABLC contingency and bond funds are limited and recommended further cost estimates and possible bonding discussions.
Hannibal City, Marion County, Missouri
The Cannonball City Council on Sept. 2 approved Bill 25-066 to rezone 210 and 214 North Fifth Street from B multifamily to E commercial and amend the city's zoning map; council members present voted in favor.
Iroquois County, Illinois
The County Health Committee on Sept. 2 questioned how a mental health center’s grant-funded program for veterans and first responders will operate, asking why VA health care would be billed and whether the program will recruit veteran providers.
Angleton, Brazoria County, Texas
The Angleton Better Living Corporation approved the fiscal year 2025–26 budgets for Parks and Right of Way, Recreation Division, the Angleton Recreation Center and ABLC on Sept. 2 after staff presented year-to-date financials and projections showing lower-than-expected sales-tax revenue and a reduced fund balance ahead of next year.
Columbia, Boone County, Missouri
After hours of questions and public comment, Columbia City Council approved 74 technical and substantive amendments to the proposed FY2026 budget and set the ordinance for final consideration at its Sept. 15 meeting, keeping the city's proposed deficit smaller but not eliminated.
Morgan County, School Districts, Tennessee
The Morgan County School Board approved Coalfield High School boys basketball team travel to Pensacola Beach, Florida, for Dec. 26–30, 2025.
Bradford County, Florida
At a public hearing, Fire Chief Ben Carter laid out staffing shortfalls, response times and a proposed $167-per-dwelling fire assessment to fund stations and personnel; residents split between support for improved services and concern about fairness, notification and the assessment’s 4% annual escalation and lien language.
Addison, Dallas County, Texas
Town staff reported third-quarter FY2025 financials, noting hotel-occupancy tax collections lagged expectations while sales tax rose 4% year over year; staff presented a proposed FY2026 budget with a proposed property tax rate of $0.6081 per $100 valuation and scheduled final adoption vote at the council's next meeting.
Alexander City, Tallapoosa County, Alabama
At a meeting, councilors voted to accept a resolution concerning the results of the Aug. 20 general municipal election after staff reported they were handling tabulation and recordkeeping.
Morgan County, School Districts, Tennessee
The Morgan County Board of Education gave permission to the Technology Department to solicit bids for an E-rate Cybersecurity Pilot Program.
Columbia, Boone County, Missouri
Representatives of the Columbia Police Lieutenants Association told the Columbia City Council at a Sept. 2 pre-council meeting that citywide, across-the-board raises are worsening pay compression, allowing sergeants to out-earn lieutenants and threatening leadership succession. The group asked for an initial, targeted increase and outlined larger,
Athens City, Limestone County, Alabama
At a council meeting, members read Canvassing Resolution No. 2025-2103, certified vote totals that declared four candidates duly elected and set a runoff between James Lucas and Henry A. White for City Council District 3.
Corte Madera Town, Marin County, California
At its Aug. 25 meeting the commission elected Chair Miles to continue as chair for the coming year by unanimous vote of members present and agreed to defer the vice chair selection to a later meeting.
Corte Madera Town, Marin County, California
Staff reported strong fall enrollment in recreation and child care programs, that the town won a PlayCore grant covering 50% of playground equipment, and that Court 1 at Granada Park is closed after posts were found broken; staff said repairs are underway.
Corte Madera Town, Marin County, California
The Parks and Recreation Commission heard a presentation from FitLot about a donor-funded outdoor fitness “fit lot,” asked questions about cost, insurance and placement near playgrounds, and formed an ad hoc subcommittee to investigate locations and funding and report back in October.
ALIEF ISD, School Districts, Texas
Trustees approved plan and premium changes for the district medical plan for plan year 2026 after administrators said claims and hospital-network shifts produced an $11.35 million projected deficit; combined plan design changes and employee premium increases would reduce the shortfall by about $5.5 million.
Morgan County, School Districts, Tennessee
Morgan County School Board voted to hire an additional kindergarten teacher and an interim assistant at Petros Joyner School and to hire two interim special education assistants districtwide until permanent hires are made.
Addison, Dallas County, Texas
City staff briefed council on Addison Oktoberfest programming, logistics and ticketing for the Sept. 18–20 event at Addison Circle Park; organizers emphasized German authenticity blended with Texas craft beer, free hydration stations and family features such as a kids' root-beer garden and Sunday dog day.
Franklin County, Missouri
Franklin County approved a master service agreement with Paytel Communications for inmate phone services (commission order 2025-243); county staff discussed existing per-minute rates and noted ongoing federal and regulatory uncertainty affecting inmate-calling rates.
Elmwood Park CUSD 401, School Boards, Illinois
At an Elmwood Park CUSD 401 meeting, two commenters praised the girls volleyball program, citing coaching at multiple levels and four years of winning results and expressing pride in player development.
Franklin County, Missouri
Franklin County public-works staff reported that repairs to the Old 100 slide are progressing and could reopen the road within days; a Spring Creek cleanup project is scheduled to begin with rented equipment and purchased materials.
Morgan County, School Districts, Tennessee
The Morgan County School Board on Sept. 2, 2025 authorized MCCTC to accept, bid and re-bid multiple greenhouse and STEM lab projects across the district, and earlier in August approved two RT Builders STEM lab bids.
2025 Senate Committees, Senate, Legislative, Texas
A committee substitute to House Bill 1 (related to camp and youth safety) was adopted by the committee after sponsors said it adds requirements for emergency plans, notifications, and rulemaking; the committee voted to report the substitute favorably to the full Senate.
ALIEF ISD, School Districts, Texas
District leaders presented 2024–25 accountability results, explained the effects of state ratings and a math curriculum audit, and outlined three instructional priorities and implementation steps aimed at accelerating student learning.
Madison County, School Districts, Tennessee
Board members discussed moving a committee meeting date, solicited field-trip suggestions, and were notified of a charter school hearing scheduled for Friday in the boardroom; no formal action was taken.
Franklin County, Missouri
Franklin County approved a memorandum of agreement with the Missouri Department of Health and Senior Services to allow county staff to access state laboratory results and water sample data at no cost, under a secured system.
2025 Senate Committees, Senate, Legislative, Texas
The Senate committee approved a committee substitute to House Bill 20, the Disaster Scam Response Act, creating enhanced criminal penalties and requiring local governments to designate nonprofit or bank recipients for donations during declared disasters.
Obion County, School Districts, Tennessee
At its Sept. 2 meeting the Obion County Board of Education retained existing chair positions and confirmed appointments to the Ethics Committee and Sick Leave Bank Committee for 2025–2026.
Franklin County, Missouri
Franklin County commissioners approved three small right-of-way purchases and accepted a permanent easement deed to advance the Red Oak Bridge replacement project, approving commission orders 2025-234, 235, 236 and 237.
ALIEF ISD, School Districts, Texas
The board discussed changes from Senate Bill 2 to Harris County Appraisal District director selection and agreed to postpone a nomination decision until the board's Sept. 16 regular meeting.
Madison County, School Districts, Tennessee
The board approved proposed performance metrics incorporating adjustments submitted by Superintendent Dr. King in the July version; the motion carried with no recorded opposition.
ALIEF ISD, School Districts, Texas
Trustee Rick Moreno will attend the TASB delegate assembly as the board’s delegate; Trustee Pastor Greg Patrick was named alternate. The board voted by show of hands to approve the selections.
Obion County, School Districts, Tennessee
The board approved overnight trips for Obion County Central High School: band trips to Smyrna (Nov. 1–2, 2025) and Memphis (Feb. 12–14, 2026), and a baseball trip to Gulf Shores, Ala. (March 15–20, 2026).
2025 Senate Committees, Senate, Legislative, Texas
Senator Nichols, sponsor of House Bill 27, told the Senate Select Committee on Disaster Preparedness and Flooding that the bill would require the Texas Water Development Board to study aquifer impacts and temporarily pause new export permits while the study runs.
ALIEF ISD, School Districts, Texas
The Alief Independent School District board accepted certificates of unopposed candidates for four trustee positions and approved an order cancelling the November 4, 2025 election, a move administrators said saves roughly $300,000 in election costs.
CEDAR HILL ISD, School Districts, Texas
District staff reported early enrollment numbers and ADA performance after the third week of classes, said the district is launching a "We Miss You" campaign for students who left, and noted the demographer will present a deeper enrollment trend analysis at the next meeting.
Franklin County, Missouri
The Franklin County Commission approved commission order 2025-239 setting the emergency 911 tax rate for 2026, while commissioners and staff discussed declining landline revenue and options including a per-device surcharge, a sales-tax measure and a tower or user fee.
Madison County, School Districts, Tennessee
The school board approved a lease agreement with Madison County after motion and second; lease terms were not specified in the meeting transcript.
Sherwood, Washington County, Oregon
On Sept. 2, 2025, the Sherwood City Council adopted Ordinance 2025-004 to add a new annexation code (chapter 16.81) and amend chapter 16.72 to require Planning Commission review of certain annexations; the ordinance passed on a roll-call vote after a second public hearing.
Madison County, School Districts, Tennessee
The school board approved a real estate purchase and sale agreement in open session; terms and purchase price were not specified in the meeting transcript.
Crawford County, Kansas
County staff reviewed specifications for a 30-by-60 storage building including electrical service responsibility and metal siding gauge; commissioners scheduled follow-up on boiler replacement specs for the Judicial Center.
Crawford County, Kansas
The Southeast Kansas Humane Society requested $30,000 per month from Crawford County to continue operations and avoid planned shutdown of intakes by December 2025, offering reserved kennel space and community services in return.
Obion County, School Districts, Tennessee
Obion County Board approved continuation of a year-two contract for a field-line painting robot at Obion County Central High School, funded by the Athletic Fund from gates and concessions and not affecting the General Fund.
Senate, Legislative, Texas
The Senate suspended the 24-hour posting requirement so the Senate Select Committee on Disaster Preparedness and Flooding can hear House Bills 1, 20 and 27 on Sept. 2 at 2 p.m., a motion made by Senator Flores that was adopted without objection.
Senate, Legislative, Texas
The Texas Senate voted to suspend rules to allow a committee meeting upon recess to consider House Bill 7 (abortion medication) and House Bill 15 (police records companion), adopting the motion 18-9 after a procedural exchange about which bills would be considered.
CEDAR HILL ISD, School Districts, Texas
The board unanimously approved the hire of Dr. Josephine (Josie) Gutierrez as executive director of human resources; Dr. Gutierrez introduced herself and said, "When we take care of our people, they take care of our kids."
CEDAR HILL ISD, School Districts, Texas
Superintendent said the district obtained an appraisal for a roughly 38-acre parcel at 1317 North Joe Wilson Road and plans to seek board approval in September to put the property up for sale; trustees asked staff to publish a current inventory of district-owned properties and appraisal status.
Obion County, School Districts, Tennessee
The board approved changing summer pay dates for 9-, 10- and 11-month employees so the final two paydates remain consistent across 12 months, with final paychecks scheduled on June 25 and July 25 (or nearest business day). The change followed a district survey with 69% support.
Madison County, School Districts, Tennessee
The school board approved a resolution recognizing September 2025 as Suicide Prevention Awareness Month; the motion was seconded and carried in open session.
Harvey County, Kansas
After notification of a resignation, the Harvey County Commission appointed Justin Stuckey on Sept. 2 to fill the Sedgwick Township trustee position for the remainder of the term.
Senate, Legislative, Texas
The Senate received notice from the House that House Bill 15, concerning certain files maintained by law-enforcement agencies about employees, was passed by the House, placed on first reading and referred to the Senate State Affairs Committee.
Obion County, School Districts, Tennessee
Obion County Board approved an Administrative Procedure forgiving up to 10 school weather cancellation days annually for support staff, including central office support, as recommended by Director Watkins.
Madison County, School Districts, Tennessee
The Madison County School Board elected Harvey Walden as chair, Jason Compton as vice chair and named other officers during its meeting; roll-call votes recorded unanimous support.
CEDAR HILL ISD, School Districts, Texas
The superintendent presented a revenue-only amendment showing the district's average daily attendance (ADA) estimate rose from 54.75 to 56.92, state funding increased and recapture obligations decreased; staff said expenditure amendments tied to retention allotments will be presented in September.
Harvey County, Kansas
The county commission unanimously approved a proclamation recognizing Harvey County as a "community supporting breastfeeding plus," citing local hospital, employers and coalition efforts and announcing upcoming outreach projects including a community baby shower and a planned public lactation bench.
Senate, Legislative, Texas
The Senate received a message from the House that House Bill 7, which would prohibit manufacture and provision of abortion-inducing drugs and addresses jurisdictional effects of court judgments, was passed by the House and placed on first reading; the measure was referred to the Senate State Affairs Committee.
CEDAR HILL ISD, School Districts, Texas
District staff presented a proposed local School Health Advisory Committee (SHAC) composition, explained the statutory requirement that a majority of members be parents, and proposed four meeting dates; staff said the committee will begin meeting once the board approves the membership list.
Obion County, School Districts, Tennessee
Obion County School Board adopted new language to Board Policy 6.200 permitting a truancy board to convene to address excessive unexcused absences prior to issuing a citation to court.
Concord Public Schools/Concord-Carlisle Regional District, School Boards, Massachusetts
The Concord‑Carlisle Regional School Committee voted 6–1 to send a committee letter to the Concord Select Board noting an error in the recent voter information packet, asking for clearer rules for pro/con statements, and reiterating support for the campus completion project while outlining next steps on funding coordination.
Obion County, School Districts, Tennessee
The Obion County Board of Education approved an amendment to Board Policy 6.3071 that treats student refusal of alcohol or drug tests as a positive result and suspends the student pending a disciplinary hearing.
Harvey County, Kansas
The county granted a conditional use permit and resolution to Byron and Susan Schrag to add a small on-site office for an online car-dealership operation at 1734 Southeast 96, subject to eight planning conditions.
Clayton, Johnston County, North Carolina
Council approved conventional rezonings for two town‑owned sites to allow construction of North and Southwest public safety centers (police & fire), amending future land‑use maps as needed and citing improved emergency response as a principal benefit.
Clayton, Johnston County, North Carolina
Withers Ravenel presented the town’s pavement condition assessment showing improvement from a PCI of 68 in 2019 to 80 in 2025 and recommended continuing a $2.5 million annual investment to maintain the network; the firm described treatment options and lifecycle modeling used to prioritize work.
CEDAR HILL ISD, School Districts, Texas
Board members reviewed a proposed update to the district�board operating procedures that would change officer terms, add committee listings and clarify agenda, announcement and vote-recording practices; trustees signaled consensus to keep one-year officer terms and to require recorded votes and stated reasons for abstentions.
Clayton, Johnston County, North Carolina
Town engineering staff presented a plan to identify and pursue pedestrian safety improvements at Clayton schools, including multiuse paths, added sidewalks and crosswalks tied to redevelopment and private development agreements; councilmembers and residents asked for further study of traffic calming, speed humps and jurisdictional constraints.
Clayton, Johnston County, North Carolina
Council completed an annexation and approved a technical, major modification to a prior conditional rezoning so the Clayton Village Center project ordinance covers all six PINs and aligns the rezoning with the annexation.
Clayton, Johnston County, North Carolina
After public comment and revisions, Clayton Town Council approved a conditional rezoning for a mixed‑use project by Dominion that will build 167 age‑restricted apartments and ~6,500 sq ft of commercial space, with several traffic, pedestrian and environmental conditions imposed.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Legislative, Texas
The Texas House voted to repeal a recent change on which ballot a registered voter receives after changing addresses within the same county, saying more time is needed to resolve implementation questions with county election officials and the Secretary of State.
Iroquois County, Illinois
After returning to regular session, meeting participants approved a motion to approve claims; the transcript identifies a second by Jerry Munson and at least one affirmative vote but does not record a full tally or the mover's name.
Larimer County, Colorado
The Board of County Commissioners voted 3-0 to extend county fire restrictions through Sept. 30, 2025, a cautious move by the sheriff's office to avoid frequent changes while weather and resource conditions remain variable.
Harvey County, Kansas
The Harvey County Commission approved a conditional use permit and resolution allowing a 250-foot self-supporting NextTech wireless tower at 868 Southwest 40 Eighth Street after staff found the application met FAA, FCC and environmental review criteria and planning conditions.
Jefferson County, Idaho
The commission voted to join a secondary-manufacturer opioid settlement during the Sept. 2 meeting; staff said more similar settlements are expected and the county will receive future notices and funds according to settlement terms.
Port Orchard, Kitsap County, Washington
Committee members asked about the status of the Gibbins pickleball courts and a proposed indoor facility; staff said the Gibbins ribbon-cutting is scheduled for Sept. 8 and the indoor project has not yet applied for a building permit and needs design changes to meet local standards.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Legislative, Texas
House members rejected the conference committee report on Senate Bill 10, which would have narrowed the bill back to its original form. Opponents argued the conference version stripped key House amendments and left many taxpayers and jurisdictions outside its scope; supporters called it a step toward more voter control of local tax increases.
Iroquois County, Illinois
The Iroquois County Health Committee reviewed an animal control report Sept. 2 — including 71 calls, shelter intake and proposed fee and policy updates — discussed intergovernmental agreements with villages, veterinarian duties and insurance questions, and voted to enter executive session on personnel matters.
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Legislative, Texas
The Texas House passed HB 18 after extended debate and multiple amendments. The bill bars certain campaign contributions and travel expenditures for members the chamber deems absent for the purpose of breaking quorum, authorizes civil penalties up to $5,000 per violation, and sets procedures for enforcement.
Harvey County, Kansas
The county agreed to KDOT's terms for project 40-5283-01 (E-30.7), a 100 percent state- and federal-funded off-system bridge replacement, and authorized Harvey County staff to perform construction inspection and materials testing in-house.
Larimer County, Colorado
The county approved a resolution authorizing lease-purchase financing (certificates of participation) for the ranch expansion project, setting up tax-exempt and taxable debt to fund Phase 2 infrastructure and event-space improvements tied to a sales-tax revenue stream that sunsets in 2039.
Port Orchard, Kitsap County, Washington
Committee heard that state law (House Bill 1998) requires cities to allow co-living housing where multifamily housing of six units or more is permitted; staff will draft code updates to definitions, use tables and fees to ensure compliance by year-end.
Jefferson County, Idaho
A contractor estimate recommends installing a 10-horsepower pump with variable frequency drive for a county well; estimated installed cost including electrical work is about $36,000, and staff recommended installing the pump rather than paying separately for a preliminary test.
Iroquois County, Illinois
Public health staff reported Aug. activity to the Iroquois County Health Committee Sept. 2, including temporary food permits, water‑well testing, West Nile mosquito surveillance, school immunizations and a tuberculosis case at the county jail.
Harvey County, Kansas
The Harvey County Board of Commissioners on Sept. 2 adopted a $37.56 million 2026 budget and a tax levy of $18.94 million (estimated mill levy 44.601), citing the primary driver of the levy change as funding for two additional sheriff deputy positions.
Larimer County, Colorado
The Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved a proclamation recognizing September 2025 as Emergency Preparedness Month and heard from the county Office of Emergency Management about outreach events, preparedness workshops and a county resilience survey.
Harvey County, Kansas
Harvey County commissioners on Sept. 2 extended a local disaster emergency and authorized county-funded initial testing after contractors and state agencies continued to investigate an underground natural gas release near the Fox Ridge housing development in Newton.
Port Orchard, Kitsap County, Washington
Land use committee members raised safety and aesthetic concerns about public-notice signs left in place for years; staff said signs are provided to permit applicants, are their responsibility, and recommended using code enforcement and possible fees to ensure removal.
Senate, Legislative, Texas
The Senate unanimously adopted House Concurrent Resolution 13 urging a federal response to the reappearance of the New World screw worm, citing $850 million in federal support to rehabilitate a control facility and urging expedited federal agency actions.
Iroquois County, Illinois
At its Sept. 2 meeting, the Iroquois County Health Committee asked the mental‑health center to explain how a new grant for veterans, first responders and health‑care providers will be used and why veterans might be billed through VA health care; the committee asked the center’s representative to attend the Oct. 7 meeting for a fuller briefing.
Jefferson County, Idaho
Jefferson County solid-waste staff discussed a potential new e-waste vendor that would accept refrigerators and air conditioners, the limits of one-year free pickup guarantees, and broader concerns about neighboring counties' landfill rates prompting possible fee and commercial-hauler policy changes.
Port Orchard, Kitsap County, Washington
Port Orchard staff told the land use committee that the recently adopted middle-housing ordinance satisfies state law but staff received a follow-up email from the state Department of Commerce offering suggestions for accessory dwelling units (ADUs); the committee discussed affordability, design standards and preapproved plans.
Park County, Wyoming
Park County staff reported the DSR 1 update will take effect Oct. 1 and that planning and zoning and consultants are continuing to review uses and standards for DSR 2, with additional materials expected to planning and zoning and the technical working group later in the month.
Cincinnati Board & Committees, Cincinnati, Hamilton County, Ohio
Council voted to repeal an April ordinance that rezoned 2719 Erie Avenue to a planned development district, reverting the site to its previous neighborhood commercial zoning after neighborhood petitioning and negotiations; council members and neighborhood groups urged continued talks between developer and community.
Larimer County, Colorado
The Larimer County Board of County Commissioners on Sept. 2 voted 3-0 to proclaim September 2025 as Workforce Development Month, endorsing services that county officials say connected thousands of residents to job training, counseling and wraparound supports in 2024.
Senate, Legislative, Texas
House Bill 27 requires the Texas Water Development Board to study aquifer connectivity and sustainable pumping levels after concerns from local officials about a proposed large-volume groundwater export project. The Senate removed a proposed two‑year moratorium on new export permits before adopting the bill and an amendment.
Jefferson County, Idaho
The commissioners granted conditional acceptance of roads built in Pine View Estates but required that planned improvements on 3800 be finished before warranty and final sign-off begin.
Senate, Legislative, Texas
The Senate approved House Bill 15 to require law-enforcement agencies to keep two-part employee records—one public personnel file and one nonpublic department file—matching a model policy used by many Texas cities. Supporters said the change protects officers’ privacy; opponents warned it could shield misconduct and limit transparency for victims.
Park County, Wyoming
The Park County commissioners appointed Richard Jones to fill a vacancy on the Buffalo Bill Dam Visitor Center board after an interview in which Jones described his prior board service, volunteer work and financial stewardship responsibilities.
Port Orchard, Kitsap County, Washington
The city�land use committee reviewed a draft multifamily tax exemption (MFTE) program map and ordinance changes, debated 8- and 12-year exemptions and affordability thresholds, and agreed to refine the map before a September full-council work study.
Jefferson County, Idaho
The board approved a new Grade 6 recreation program coordinator position for Jefferson County Parks and Recreation and authorized recruitment to advertise the role.
Port Orchard, Kitsap County, Washington
Committee members were told the Gibbons Park pickleball ribbon-cutting is Sept. 8; an indoor pickleball proposal has site‑planning and design issues and has not yet applied for a building permit.
Park County, Wyoming
Park County commissioners granted a variance to allow three accessory housing units in addition to a single-family residence on a predominantly rural parcel, with conditions including required permits, private family use only, and a one-year start deadline.
Senate, Legislative, Texas
The Texas Senate moved House Bill 7 forward after floor debate that focused on safety of medication abortion, civil enforcement mechanisms and narrow exemptions for medical emergencies. Senators approved suspension of the regular order and the bill passed third reading by voice/roll tallies recorded on the floor.
Cincinnati City Council, Cincinnati, Hamilton County, Ohio
The subcommittee overseeing the hire for Clerk of Council said it reviewed 122 applications, completed 11 interviews and voted to enter an executive session under Ohio law to consider appointment matters.
Port Orchard, Kitsap County, Washington
City staff outlined required code changes to comply with a state law that mandates allowing co‑living (shared housing) where multifamily of six or more units is permitted; staff will update definitions, review types, and utility/fee rules by the year-end deadline.
Jefferson County, Idaho
The Jefferson County Board of Commissioners voted to adopt a revised step-and-grade pay chart presented by staff, approving the chart while noting future adjustments may be needed to address compression at higher pay grades.
Manitowoc School District, School Districts, Wisconsin
After a Human Resources update on new hires and open positions, the school board approved a personnel report by voice vote. The report described two potential additional paraprofessional positions, current open FTEs, recent hires through a staffing agency and a hiring fair, and plans to absorb a 0.6 Spanish FTE this fall.
Park County, Wyoming
Park County commissioners voted to have staff rewrite a renewed lease with Northwest Healthcare to standardize rent to a square-foot basis, clarify allowable uses and add an annual escalation clause after concerns about price, frequency of use and unclear services.
Mesquite, Clark County, Nevada
Code enforcement informed the Sept. 2 meeting of unhealthful conditions at 574 Condor Street, including a rodent infestation; police, animal control and social services are involved and staff asked the council for direction to clean or abate the property if voluntary remedies fail.
Waterloo, Black Hawk County, Iowa
The Waterloo City Council Finance Committee approved multiple staff travel requests, preauthorizations for repairs and equipment, two hotel-motel-funded advertising budget amendments and forwarded bills totaling about $8.6 million to the full council.
Pottawattamie County, Iowa
Supervisors approved an addendum to a previously executed forgivable promissory note so one property owner can transfer land to NeighborWorks for a three‑parcel redevelopment without jeopardizing the forgivable loan terms.
San Benito County, California
Baker Tilly consultants presented a multi‑year analysis of San Benito County’s finances and told the Board of Supervisors the county is facing a structural imbalance between recurring revenues and ongoing expenditures that has accumulated into a multi‑year shortfall.
Charleston, Kanawha County, West Virginia
A Charleston committee voted to authorize a five-year point-of-sale software renewal, buy a concert-style crowd barrier system, install security cameras at 11 city parks and replace sports lighting at the Kanawha City Community Center.
Waxahachie, Ellis County, Texas
The Waxahachie City Council on Sept. 2025 postponed action on a developer request to rezone 501 Houston Street for 60 townhome rental units after residents and some council members pressed the owner for clearer plans on parking, trash collection, playground shade and long-term maintenance of an adjacent older phase.
Port Orchard, Kitsap County, Washington
After complaints about long‑standing and defaced public notice signs, committee members directed staff to pursue enforcement, require developers to remove signs at project conclusion, and consider fees for noncompliance.
Mesquite, Clark County, Nevada
Public works staff reported a winning bidder for an ADA project withdrew because its bonding company would not issue bonds; staff requested the council place a rescind-award item on the next agenda to accept the next lowest responsible bidder, funded by an RTC interlocal agreement.
Pottawattamie County, Iowa
A secondary roads employee grievance alleging improper handling of a resignation, rescission and rehire advanced to the board; supervisors asked staff to gather documents and step‑2 investigation materials before taking final action.
Crestview, Okaloosa County, Florida
The Crestview Planning Board voted to recommend adoption of Ordinances 20-10 and 20-11, forwarding both items to the City Council for final action.
Pottawattamie County, Iowa
Conservation staff updated supervisors on a multi‑agency effort to reopen an off‑highway vehicle (OHV) park near the river that closed after floods; the proposal involves DNR land, limited development on the dry side of the levee and long permitting and coordination with the corps and city.
Grand County, Colorado
County staff recommended increasing private burn permits from $20 to $30 and proposed sheriff’s fee changes — records search to $40/hour, civil mileage to 70¢/mile, and no-trespassing signs to $30 — with the items slated for a public hearing on the county’s rate changes.
Port Orchard, Kitsap County, Washington
Staff briefed the Land Use Committee on state Commerce comments suggesting ways to make accessory dwelling units (ADUs) more affordable; committee members supported affordability but emphasized retaining local design standards to protect neighborhood character.
Grand County, Colorado
Grand County received a Department of Local Affairs (DOLA) Energy and Impact Assistance grant of $1.8 million to support the EMS Station 1 project, county staff reported during the meeting.
Pottawattamie County, Iowa
The board approved purchase of a silicone‑based penetrating sealant (tote volume) to treat concrete surfaces across the courthouse campus to reduce spalling and extend life; funds to be allocated from county gaming/buildings account.
Gulfport, Harrison County, Mississippi
The Gulfport City Council approved an ordinance to waive certain building inspection and permit fees for large development projects—$10 million inside designated urban renewal districts and $40 million elsewhere—while separate proposed ad valorem tax exemptions drew split votes and failed.
Columbus City, Bartholomew County, Indiana
The Columbus Common Council on Sept. 2 approved on first reading an ordinance to rezone property at the southeast corner of Middle Road and Rocky Ford Road from CN (neighborhood commercial) to RM (multifamily residential), allowing a proposed 87‑unit assisted‑living and memory‑care facility by Dover Development to advance to a second reading.
Grand County, Colorado
Grand County authorized a contract with High West Heating and Cooling to rework heating in the basement of the main public health office at 150 East Moffett Street at a cost of $31,606 and approved a supplemental budget request for $18,266.90 to cover the work.
Pottawattamie County, Iowa
The board authorized staff to apply for the FEMA RTA (Rural and Tribal Assistance) pilot program to fund planning and design work for Old Lincoln Highway flood resiliency in partnership with Harrison County; applications open Sept. 8 and selection is expected in December 2025.
Port Orchard, Kitsap County, Washington
The Land Use Committee reviewed a draft map and layered criteria for an eight- and 12-year multifamily tax-exemption (MFTE) program, proposing a higher affordability requirement for the 12-year exemption and scheduling the measure for full council discussion in September.
Mesquite, Clark County, Nevada
Two residents told the Sept. 2 technical review meeting that recent annexations may have proceeded without required HOA membership votes and asked the city to pause action until the associations and city confirm procedures under their master declaration and cited Nevada statutes.
South Fulton, Fulton County, Georgia
A South Fulton business owner described new trade links with Colombia and West Africa that he said were facilitated by a mayoral trade mission and city partnerships, citing plans to sell goods through U.S. distribution channels including Amazon.
Tangipahoa Parish, School Boards, Louisiana
The board approved a Development Review Committee (DRC) appeal from Aug. 27. Voting passed; board member Jerry Moore recorded a no vote and a board member questioned why the DRC meeting from Aug. 27 was not previously on the agenda.
Columbus City, Bartholomew County, Indiana
On Sept. 2 the Columbus Common Council approved on second reading an ordinance establishing a deputy controller position to allow the comptroller to delegate duties; compensation was said to be set in the salary ordinance but an amount was not specified at the meeting.
Ward County, North Dakota
At a special Sept. 2 meeting, the Ward County Commission entered an executive session for legal advice on the Project Bee judgment and then voted unanimously to authorize county legal counsel to bid at the sheriff’s sale and consult with the commission chair.
Grand County, Colorado
Commissioners approved waiving building permit fees for the Space to Create project in Grand Lake, a mixed project that includes nine single-family residences and a 3,000-square-foot makerspace; the county typically waives fees for other governments, staff said.
Ward County, North Dakota
Commissioners approved edits to the Public Comment Policy, a pay amendment for a detention-center employee, a raffle permit for St. Mary’s Catholic Church and duplicate-warrant actions at the Sept. 2 meeting; department-head evaluations were scheduled for November.
Dade City, Pasco County, Florida
Staff reduced or deferred several personnel and capital requests, trimming the proposed budget to about $63 million and flagging $11.2 million in CRA funds that must be used; notable changes include postponing an information-systems hire and trimming park and cemetery project allocations.
Pottawattamie County, Iowa
Pottawatomie County supervisors voted to hire a retired county engineer as a short-term consultant to mentor staff and advise on a bundled bridge project while the county completes recruitment for a full-time county engineer.
Grand County, Colorado
Following an executive session under CRS 24-6-402(4)(a), the board instructed staff to continue negotiating the Windy Gap branch acquisition or related transaction, the chair announced on the record.
Dade City, Pasco County, Florida
City staff presented a pay study and proposed pay plan that would set a $15-per-hour base, adjust pay ranges and trigger a regular study cadence; commissioners directed staff to adopt the proposed pay plan and agreed that employees hired within 365 days of Oct. 1 will not receive that year’s cost-of-living adjustment.
Ward County, North Dakota
The commission approved three outlot plats presented by Planning Administrator Beth Pietsch—two for Dennis Andreson and one for Garret Roen—each described as outlots created from unplatted portions for future rural residential use and recommended by the township and Planning Commission.
Tangipahoa Parish, School Boards, Louisiana
Board members and administrators praised a rapid student evacuation and bus response during a Roseland incident and discussed contingency planning for lost campuses and student placement in future emergencies.
Ward County, North Dakota
The Ward County Commission approved a set of valuation corrections and accepted the 2025 tax roll on Sept. 2 after a presentation by Noreen Wilkie, Director of Tax Equalization. Changes included reductions for properties damaged by fire, prorated exemptions and corrections tied to recent sales.
Tangipahoa Parish, School Boards, Louisiana
The board voted unanimously to refer Policy EE (child nutrition program management) to Forethought for review and returned it to committee for consideration.
South Fulton, Fulton County, Georgia
Mayor Kobe said the city's revenue grew from about $26 million in 2017 to nearly $260 million in 2025, the workforce expanded to nearly 800 employees, and the administration has invested tens of millions in police, fire, roads and court programs.
Roscoe, Winnebago County, Illinois
Key committee recommendations and motions from the Sept. 2 Committee of the Whole meeting, including approval to forward a rezoning/subdivision, a right‑of‑way agreement with Comcast, authorization of public‑works staffing levels, and approval of the meeting minutes.
Roscoe, Winnebago County, Illinois
Village staff presented about eight design options for subdivision entrance signs for Crystal Hills, Fox Point and Hawkes Pointe and said they will circulate samples for committee review; no formal action was taken.
Grand County, Colorado
The Board of County Commissioners approved dissolving the Pole Creek Meadows Public Improvement District after staff said the district has no remaining assets or obligations and served its original purpose, officials said during a public hearing.
Ward County, North Dakota
The Ward County Commission approved regular bills totaling $3,501,412.43 on Sept. 2, including a $3,162,524.95 pay estimate to Mayo Construction for project FXS 0051(061)-(CR14). The road/highway expenses comprised the bulk of the total.
South Fulton, Fulton County, Georgia
Mayor Kobe announced the city has purchased more than 400 acres in recent years, including land for a permanent city hall, fire training facility and a police headquarters site, and said the city will begin public conversations about the permanent City Hall next year.
Roscoe, Winnebago County, Illinois
The committee approved a right‑of‑way usage agreement with Comcast of Illinois/Indiana/Ohio, LLC to allow Comcast Business to place fiber in village rights‑of‑way for commercial customers subject to the village’s existing ordinance and permit requirements.
Tangipahoa Parish, School Boards, Louisiana
The board approved changes to the district vaping policy after legal review. Notable changes: first offense moved to a three‑day in‑school suspension (previously three days out of school), second offense reduced from 10 to five days out of school, and a provision making parents financially responsible for device testing fees was removed.
Ward County, North Dakota
The Ward County Commission on Sept. 2 confirmed $111,253 in assessments for the Chaparelle Paving District, to be spread across 25 lots over 10 years at 3% interest. Two residents complained about patchwork quality and the county’s highway engineer said he will inspect the work to determine warranty coverage.
Granite County , Montana
Valley Fire requested the county adopt a statutory formula (option 1) rather than a fixed-mill option; commissioners read Resolution 2025-12 as a first reading and will conduct a second reading next week as part of levy adoption procedures.
South Fulton, Fulton County, Georgia
Mayor Kobe asked the City Council to place a moratorium on the city's practice of seizing citizens' cash and property and outlined plans to use speed-camera revenues for pedestrian safety improvements, including more speed tables and studies on placements.
Roscoe, Winnebago County, Illinois
The Committee of the Whole recommended changing two properties on Johnson Drive from commercial to single‑family zoning and advancing a final plat to divide three commercial lots into six single‑family lots; the applicant said demand for single‑family homes is strong.
Williams County, North Dakota
Commissioners debated whether county administration should provide routine letters of support for destination development grant applications and directed staff to review current volume and propose a process; a near-term decision on specific grant letters was to be handled promptly because application deadlines were imminent.
Rockwall City, Rockwall County, Texas
Council authorized the mayor to sign an application to TxDOT Aviation for an Adopt an Airport program at Ralph M. Hall Municipal Airport with the Rockwall High School robotics team, which plans to perform litter cleanup about four times a year.
Tangipahoa Parish, School Boards, Louisiana
The Tangipahoa Parish School Board approved the district's 2025 pupil progression plan with no local changes after administrators said the state made no revisions this year.
Arapahoe County, Colorado
County engineering staff briefed the Arapahoe County Planning Commission on local floodplain management, FEMA maps and how the county reviews proposed development in or near the 100‑year floodplain. No formal actions were taken.
Williams County, North Dakota
The board appointed Patty Ogerczyk to the tuition appeals committee, authorized the chairman to sign a lease with the state Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI), and accepted a refund of donated funds from an NDSU extension greenhouse project.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
After multiple hearings the HDC approved several buildings and landscape plans for the new Toombs Court cluster, including Lot A and Lot B buildings and hardscapes, while holding at least one Lot C building for further revision on fenestration and façade hierarchy.
Granite County , Montana
The commission adopted a motion to keep reservoir outflow at 30 cubic feet per second after the dam tender reported water-surface elevations and recommended no change in release rates.
Tangipahoa Parish, School Boards, Louisiana
The Tangipahoa Parish School Board recognized a recent Hammond High graduate who placed second nationally in the Young Entrepreneurs Academy competition and has launched a commercial dumpster‑cleaning business called Fresh Dump.
Williams County, North Dakota
The board authorized county staff to execute a contract up to $10,000 with Icon Architects for schematic design work to evaluate whether the fairgrounds property can accommodate arena and related facilities, with the county noting any larger project would use an RFP process.
Pasco County Schools announced a partnership with GuideWell Emergency Physicians through Florida Blue that provides employees a $0 copay for their first two urgent-care visits; subsequent visit copays vary by plan. GuideWell representatives described locations, hours and services intended to reduce emergency-department visits.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The commission welcomed the Artist Association’s plan to create gallery space at 8 Federal Street but held the application, asking the team to revise proportions (reduce second‑floor plate height), refine fenestration and provide a mock‑up of the cupola and adjacent street context.
Port Richey City, Pasco County, Florida
Council members at the Port Richey town hall agreed staff retention and compensation need attention, discussed a potential four-day workweek for some positions, and asked staff to explore pay and scheduling options to retain key employees.
Williams County, North Dakota
A roughly 3.57-acre lot will be rezoned to heavy industrial to allow expansion of an adjacent compression facility; parcel split from a larger 119‑acre parent parcel and recommended by Planning and Zoning.
Brighton, Adams County, Colorado
Council gave final reading to an ordinance amending Article 15 of the Brighton Municipal Code (buildings and construction) and appointed Doug Saba as the appeals hearing officer for building-related appeals; both items passed unanimously.
Rockwall City, Rockwall County, Texas
Council approved a resolution allowing the Rockwall Central Appraisal District to finish the second floor of its building at 841 Justin Road at a cost not to exceed $500,000; RCAD board passed the resolution Aug. 13 and council vote incurs no impact to City of Rockwall budgets, staff said.
Port Richey City, Pasco County, Florida
Port Richey's building official found safety hazards at Brasher Park and described the site as slum and blight. Council and staff discussed immediate removal of unsafe structures and options for reusing the cleared site, including a small boat launch and grants for longer-term redevelopment.
Williams County, North Dakota
A proposed minor subdivision creating a ~15‑acre lot rezoned to rural residential and a 146.25‑acre lot to remain agricultural was approved; recordation contingent on zone-change approval.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
Applicants described a family purchase to save 16 Wall Street from demolition; commissioners accepted the conservation intent but requested alternatives and noted siting/setback concerns, and held the proposal pending further design options.
Port Richey City, Pasco County, Florida
Council members and residents at the Port Richey town hall expressed support for engineering work and public information about potential dock, marina and parking projects at Nick's Park and Waterfront Park; staff will pursue engineering and conceptual planning.
Brighton, Adams County, Colorado
Council adopted a resolution supporting six Colorado cities that sued the state over recent land-use laws and an executive order alleged to threaten home-rule authority; city attorney warned the laws impose one-size-fits-all mandates that can override local land-use control.
Granite County , Montana
The county decided not to proceed with a paid CivicPlus add-on intended to automate agendas and minutes for multiple boards; commissioners said the cost was high for the county’s needs and they will rely on the new website plus existing templates.
Williams County, North Dakota
Williams County approved a minor subdivision creating two lots from a 40-acre agricultural parcel; one new 20.02-acre lot will be rezoned rural residential while the 19.79-acre lot will remain agricultural as a variance because it contains an oil well site.
Rockwall City, Rockwall County, Texas
Council approved ordinance Z2025-049 to add formal definitions for seven residential garage orientations in the Unified Development Code to reduce inconsistent interpretations by builders and staff.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The HDC paused review of a proposed large new dwelling at Fourwood/Fort Wood Hollow, asking for reduced massing, clearer retaining‑wall and topographic survey information, and alternatives to reduce visible bulk.
Port Richey City, Pasco County, Florida
Residents and councilors at a Sept. 2 Port Richey town hall debated whether the city's $5 million in Community Redevelopment Area (CRA) funds should go to parks or be used to incentivize waterfront development. A private developer group has asked for substantial tax rebates as part of its proposal, prompting questions about the city's priorities.
Williams County, North Dakota
Williams County commissioners approved a zone change to rural commercial zoning and a conditional use permit to place a 30,000-gallon propane tank and operate a propane business on a five-acre parcel along U.S. Highway 2.
Brighton, Adams County, Colorado
Brighton council unanimously awarded the 2025 TPIP striping and signage contract to Ryder's Construction, approving staff's recommendation on Sept. 2.
Granite County , Montana
The commission approved an annual agreement with Bridget Perry to perform administrative duties for the county superintendent of schools; the contract sets hourly limits, retirement contributions, and reimbursement caps.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
Commissioners approved closing a side porch and removing a narrow front porch at 4 Easy Street with conditions on window type, trim details and final color selection (Quaker Gray or Nantucket Gray options).
Brighton, Adams County, Colorado
Council approved purchase of 133 S. 20th Ave. for $2,100,000 to expand police facilities and later approved a reimbursement resolution to permit future borrowing (certificate of participation) to cover purchase and renovation costs; borrowing contemplated up to $7 million with a proposed 15-year repayment.
Rockwall City, Rockwall County, Texas
After a split recommendation from the Planning & Zoning Commission, the City Council denied a request to allow non‑cementitious LP smart panel siding on a replaced manufactured home, concluding the application did not meet PD 75 one‑time replacement requirements.
Lakeland City, Polk County, Florida
Commissioners approved multiple grant‑funded stormwater projects, including inlet retrofits, a Lake Morton phosphorus elimination demonstration and a Lake Hollingsworth sediment‑treatment task authorization.
Granite County , Montana
After rainfall late last week, the commission voted to move Granite County’s fire restrictions from Stage 2 back to Stage 1; commissioners and staff said the change follows updated local conditions and that some prior exceptions for utilities had been discussed.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The commission approved a simplified addition at 3 New Mill Street after the applicant revised a two‑gable design into a cleaner single gable and addressed Historic Structures Advisory Group comments on window mullions and fenestration.
Brighton, Adams County, Colorado
Council found substantial compliance for a 7.712-acre annexation petition known as Brighton Crossing, setting a public hearing for Oct. 7, 2025; staff said the property is 46.8% contiguous with city limits and is designated mixed-use in the BeBrighton plan.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
Commissioners approved a relocated tennis court moved further from the setback, sunk to at least 4 feet below grade and with added screening; approval included an Exhibit A plan to be filed with staff.
Williams County, North Dakota
Williams County appointed a designee to its tuition appeals committee, reported a returned donation for a greenhouse project and discussed whether the county should provide generic letters of support for destination development grants.
Rockwall City, Rockwall County, Texas
Council members heard hours of public comment on the proposed fiscal 2026 budget and a proposed tax rate of $0.2575 per $100 valuation. No final vote was taken; council scheduled adoption for Sept. 15 and discussed scenarios tying bond issuance levels to required budget cuts.
Granite County , Montana
Road and Bridge Superintendent Paul Hall told commissioners that core samples are required to determine whether the county can reclaim Trump Road; contractors will be asked to take samples and provide price estimates before work proceeds.
Lakeland City, Polk County, Florida
The commission unanimously adopted a three-year collective bargaining agreement with the International Association of Fire Fighters (Local 4173) that includes one-time market adjustments, annual 1.5% across-the-board increases, pension eligibility clarifications and a supplemental retirement benefit funded by excess premium tax revenues.
Williams County, North Dakota
Williams County authorized the chair to sign a lease renewal with the Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) office of the North Dakota Attorney General, allowing that state office to continue renting county building space.
Brighton, Adams County, Colorado
The City Council approved a service plan and intergovernmental agreement for the proposed Kestrel Metropolitan District, a 25.83-acre development that would finance nearly $9.7 million in public improvements via a metro district with borrowing authority capped at $13 million and a combined mill levy cap of 60 mills.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The HDC approved as-modified work at 13A Willard Street but ordered corrections after commissioners found the installed roof walk taller than approved and an AC condenser platform sited on the street side.
West Linn, Clackamas County, Oregon
City Manager Williams recommended a facilitated afternoon retreat to help the council set priorities for the next biennial general-fund budget; councilors expressed support and staff will schedule a session and hire a consultant.
West Linn, Clackamas County, Oregon
Two Willamette-area residents urged the council to consider a local ordinance to allow low-speed vehicles and golf carts in the neighborhood; they provided a draft ordinance and cited safety, access and reduced vehicle use as benefits.
San Rafael, Marin County, California
Finance staff reported preliminary, unaudited fiscal year 2024‑25 results and the council authorized budget amendments and carryovers totaling $14,262,684, including about $1.4 million in general fund carryovers and $10.7 million for capital projects, and adopted related resolutions on unanimous votes.
Granite County , Montana
The commission approved an updated job description and regrading for the solid waste district secretary, moving the position to Grade 8 entry level and making the change retroactive to July 1 for payroll and budgeting purposes.
Lakeland City, Polk County, Florida
The City Commission unanimously approved a 15-year power purchase agreement to buy all generation from American Independent Power’s 5 MW liquid-nitrogen pilot at the Socram substation; commissioners described the project as a low-risk, small-footprint renewable pilot that could inform future capacity planning.
Williams County, North Dakota
The board authorized county staff to execute a contract of $10,000 or less with Icon Architects to perform schematic and site analysis to determine whether an indoor/outdoor arena and related facilities could fit at the county fairgrounds, with staff to return to the board with results.
West Linn, Clackamas County, Oregon
Council heard legal review and staff recommendations to change the tree code so that future heritage-tree designations on private property would be maintained by owners; existing nine designated heritage trees would be grandfathered with city maintenance preserved unless owners opt in to new terms.
San Rafael, Marin County, California
The San Rafael City Council took the first reading on Sept. 2 of an ordinance adopting the 2025 California building codes with local amendments and proposing higher FlexPath/LEHI Path target scores for single‑family remodels effective Jan. 1, 2027.
San Rafael, Marin County, California
San Rafael’s City Council on Sept. 2 unanimously approved the city’s formal response to the Marin County civil grand jury report, endorsing the SAFE pilot and urging countywide funding for similar teams.
San Rafael, Marin County, California
San Rafael city leaders and public safety chiefs reviewed the Aug. 25 Canal neighborhood apartment fire, confirming two fatalities, about 55 displaced residents and a multi‑agency rescue, shelter and recovery operation that included search and rescue, a county urban search task force and community partners.
Lakeland City, Polk County, Florida
Multiple residents told the commission they fear retaliation and discrimination by the Lakeland Housing Authority (LHA) for speaking publicly; the commission asked the LHA board for transparency and an independent review.
West Linn, Clackamas County, Oregon
Clackamas Water Environment Services briefed the West Linn City Council on the Tri-City (Clackamole) outfall project, a Willamette pump-station and force-main upgrade, energy and operations work, and a proposed 4.9% rate increase for 2025-26.
West Linn, Clackamas County, Oregon
Consultant FCS presented a recalculation of West Linn's sewer system development charge (SDC) showing a drop to about $1,094 per meter-capacity equivalent; council scheduled the fee adoption vote for the next business meeting.
Astoria City, Clatsop County, Oregon
Council authorized purchase of a Dodge Durango patrol vehicle and necessary emergency equipment at a total cost of $69,527.15 to replace a 2018 Ford Explorer with more than 108,000 miles.
Granite County , Montana
A written request from a resident asked Granite County to pursue a speed-limit reduction on a four-mile stretch of Montana Highway 271 in the Campbell Canyon area; commissioners approved sending a revised letter to the Montana Department of Transportation.
Astoria City, Clatsop County, Oregon
The council authorized purchase of a modern sewer-camera system for about $50,062, reusing the existing transporter to reduce cost and improve inspection capability across Astoria’s 68 miles of sewer pipe.
Williams County, North Dakota
Williams County commissioners on Sept. 2 approved a slate of planning and zoning requests that included a conditional use permit to construct a freshwater holding pond for oil production, a zone change and conditional use permit for a propane business, and several minor subdivisions and zone changes, including creation of a 3.57-acre heavy industrial parcel.
Astoria City, Clatsop County, Oregon
Council budgeted $51,700 into a new debt service fund to receive reimbursements tied to an upsized Eighth Street waterline project funded in part by a Business Oregon grant.
Lakeland City, Polk County, Florida
Cindy Collins, director of the RP Funding Center, told the Lakeland City Commission the center completed building maintenance, added EV chargers, rolled out new lighting packages and hired several staffers; she also previewed events planned for 2026 and invited the public to a Sept. 6 open house.
Astoria City, Clatsop County, Oregon
The Astoria City Council created a new library special projects fund to receive a Foundation gift, approved transfers and supplemental budgets tied to the library bond construction project, and paused a proposed increase to the largest meeting‑room fee after public concern about access to community space.
Strongsville City Council, Strongsville, Cuyahoga County, Ohio
Council adopted resolutions consenting to the Sandoz and Purdue Sackler opioid settlements and authorized the mayor to execute subdivision participation forms for both settlements.
Wheeler, Tillamook County, Oregon
Doug Honeycutt took the oath of office at a special Wheeler City Council meeting; Pax Broder withdrew from consideration to return as pro tem city manager, citing turbulence in city leadership.
Rosenberg, Fort Bend County, Texas
The council authorized the mayor to sign a first amended and restated interlocal agreement with Fort Bend County for construction of Copeland Road Section 3, clarifying county cost-sharing, adding force-majeure language and leaving the county's maximum contribution at 50% of eligible costs.
Biloxi, Harrison County, Mississippi
Stacy Jenkins, representing Taking it to the Street 601, told the council the group will minister and distribute food and Bibles in the Oakland Heights area on Sept. 20, beginning at 11:00 a.m., and invited city partners to join.
Wheeler, Tillamook County, Oregon
The mayor of Wheeler announced an immediate resignation at a special meeting, alleging repeated interference and abusive conduct by Councilor Matthews; a prospective interim city manager also withdrew citing leadership turbulence.
Strongsville City Council, Strongsville, Cuyahoga County, Ohio
Council adopted ordinances allowing the donation of obsolete fire department turnout gear to the Strongsville Rotary Club for shipment to a fire department in Lima, Peru; the fire chief said turnout gear has a 10-year service life and the department rotates sets.
Port Orange, Volusia County, Florida
Lamar Advertising requested a Land Development Code amendment to permit reconstruction agreements allowing LED faces at several billboards; the first reading passed 5-0 after councilors raised concerns about nighttime brightness and staff said automatic dimming systems and code standards would control intensity.
Champaign, Champaign County, Illinois
Residents at the Sept. 2 council meeting asked the city to work with Public Works and private haulers to limit very early-morning commercial garbage collection after repeated pickups—some before 5 a.m.—woke neighbors and imposed financial and health costs.
Strongsville City Council, Strongsville, Cuyahoga County, Ohio
Council adopted a $26,870 modification to the DS Architecture contract to add traffic signal engineering services for the proposed Fire Station No. 5 and referred an easement for a water meter vault on the site to the planning commission for review.
Granite County , Montana
A series of public comments and emailed complaints challenged newly adopted rules limiting how members of the public may participate in commission meetings; commissioners said rules respond to repeated disruptions and are not intended to block participation.
Biloxi, Harrison County, Mississippi
Rose Walker told the council she experienced repeated racist encounters at the Meridian Activity Center and said many longtime residents avoid the center; she is organizing senior activities and asked for city attention.
Champaign, Champaign County, Illinois
Township officials told the board Sept. 2 that the Strides homeless shelter is at capacity, has a wait list and faces funding limits that could force service reductions by February or March unless new funds arrive; board members pressed for more detailed data and faster billing controls.
Port Orange, Volusia County, Florida
At a single meeting the council approved multiple ordinances on second readings covering rezonings, land-development code amendments, digital-sign rules, and authorization for Riverwalk Park navigation permits; all votes recorded as 5-0.
Rosenberg, Fort Bend County, Texas
The Rosenberg City Council approved the fiscal year 2025–26 budget and set a 30-cent per $100 valuation tax-rate ceiling, instructing staff to use fund balance to offset a cut in property-tax revenue and approving related tax-rate components for operations and debt service.
Strongsville City Council, Strongsville, Cuyahoga County, Ohio
Council voted to submit an application for Ohio Issue 1 funding — a combination of grant and 0% loan — to fund improvements at the Albion Road and Prospect Road intersection, estimated at about $3.65 million; members emphasized securing funding quickly while noting alternatives such as a roundabout remain under consideration.
Delano, Kern County, California
A representative of the Kern Council of Governments told meeting attendees the agency serves as the state-designated regional transportation planning authority and the Kern County Transportation Authority, coordinating major projects such as Thomas Road improvements, Highway 58 truck climbing lanes and widening of Highway 46.
Port Orange, Volusia County, Florida
The city council and Eastport Business Center CRA approved an economic incentive agreement for Salty Marine Services to relocate to Eastport Business Park. The plan includes using the city's gopher tortoise mitigation bank; councilors debated whether reimbursement should wait for site improvements or certificate of occupancy.
Biloxi, Harrison County, Mississippi
The council approved an order authorizing employee health‑insurance plans and COBRA options for current and former employees; one council member urged staff to seek competitive bids and noted past problems switching carriers.
Port Orange, Volusia County, Florida
State Sen. Tom Wright visited Port Orange to present what he described as a $4,400,000 state appropriation for stormwater resiliency and flood mitigation; city officials praised the funding and said the award will support Resilient Florida grant applications and local infrastructure work.
Chaffee County, Colorado
County officials ratified a previously filed statement of opposition to Aurora Water’s Colorado Water Court application (2025CW3036), authorizing continued participation in the case and defending local water interests.
Loveland City, Larimer County, Colorado
Loveland adopted the 2024 International Fire Code with local amendments, updating local fire‑safety requirements to address evolving risks such as battery energy storage, food‑truck safety and carbon‑monoxide detection.
Strongsville City Council, Strongsville, Cuyahoga County, Ohio
Strongsville City Council voted down an ordinance to change zoning at 13570 Fallingwater Road from shopping-center to motorist-service classification after extensive public comment from neighbors opposed to a proposed hotel and related commercial uses.
Biloxi, Harrison County, Mississippi
City staff received council approval to apply for two Mississippi Department of Transportation Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) grants: $970,500 for the Medical District Phase 2 pedestrian improvements and $1.2 million for 20 Second Avenue streetscape and ADA upgrades; match expected at 20% from internet sales tax.
Strongsville City Council, Strongsville, Cuyahoga County, Ohio
Strongsville council moved the ordinance authorizing membership in the Chagrin Valley Regional Communication Center to a second reading after hours of committee and public comment, prompting questions from firefighters, dispatchers and residents about staffing, service continuity and bargaining-unit protections.
Loveland City, Larimer County, Colorado
Council recognized the Loveland Public Library’s 120th anniversary, and on a unanimous vote approved an ordinance adding funding to hire a strategic‑plan consultant and to increase the library’s physical collection budget.
Biloxi, Harrison County, Mississippi
The Meridian City Council unanimously approved an order allowing interested off‑duty law‑enforcement officers to provide additional security at Meridian High School events, following a brief presentation by a school district representative.
Morgan County, Indiana
The board approved the Aug. 4 meeting minutes and approved the Mary Nutter ditch maintenance specifications; the meeting adjourned by voice vote.
Chaffee County, Colorado
Sheriff’s Office recognized Sergeant Dakota DeFurio for a bridge rescue and Deputy Kevin McCluskey for an apparent fentanyl overdose reversal; commissioners and staff presented life‑saving medals and praised their actions.
Lorain City Council, Lorain, Lorain County, Ohio
A property owner told council he had been subject to excessive fines, liens and alleged contractual breaches tied to city enforcement actions and asked council to appoint a special prosecutor to investigate the program.
Lorain City Council, Lorain, Lorain County, Ohio
A unanimous resolution commended Tracy Allen, housing rehabilitation administrator, for using first‑aid training to respond to a life‑threatening medical emergency and help save a local resident.
Morgan County, Indiana
Drainage staff reported that three county EMS buildings have been approved and that construction has started on some sites; the board raised concerns about drainage at the Monrovia site where the laydown yard sits in a low area and the pond and west pipe must be built exactly as designed.
Loveland City, Larimer County, Colorado
Loveland City Council approved a service plan for Sugar Creek Metropolitan District Nos. 1–6 after staff and third‑party review. Proponents described 1,036 housing units across a mix of product types, a nonpotable irrigation system, 32 acres of open space and public‑works costs estimated near $79 million; proposed bond cap is roughly $60 million.
Biloxi, Harrison County, Mississippi
A Meridian resident told the council she experienced repeated racial hostility at the Meridian Activity Center and said longtime Black residents feel unwelcome; she asked the city to address programming and access for seniors.
Chaffee County, Colorado
The board appointed Deputy County Administrator Beth Helmke as interim county administrator effective upon the departure of the current administrator; Helmke accepted and commissioners directed an orderly transition.
Lorain City Council, Lorain, Lorain County, Ohio
Council allowed representatives of a private group to present a proposal to solicit naming rights for Campana Park facilities and then voted to send the item to committee after members sought public input and clarification about appropriations and renaming policy.
Loveland City, Larimer County, Colorado
Councilor Steve Olsen’s proposal to place a 0.2% sales-tax increase on the Nov. 4 ballot to fund grants for sheltering and “transformational” services for people experiencing homelessness failed 5–3 after hours of public comment, with residents and service providers sharply divided.
Chaffee County, Colorado
The board approved a resolution denying a rezone application from Arkansas Valley Sports Group for two Smelter Town lots after public testimony and commissioner deliberation; commissioners described support for the concept but said the site was not appropriate.
Chaffee County, Colorado
Dozens of Chaffey County lodging operators urged the county commissioners to postpone or scale back a proposed lodging tax increase that could raise local collections by millions; commissioners discussed allocations for tourism marketing, roads, public safety and municipal distributions but did not adopt final ballot language at the meeting.
Junction City, Geary County, Kansas
The commission approved a change order that adds work on street segments and a parking lot (including area at Coronado Park) into the city's previously approved 2025 improvement projects; staff said the work ties smaller projects into larger contracts to reduce overall cost and that the work is already complete and therefore payable.
Biloxi, Harrison County, Mississippi
The City Council approved an order authorizing employee health insurance plans and COBRA options for current and former employees; one councilmember said the city should seek competitive bids for insurance brokers and carriers.
Lorain City Council, Lorain, Lorain County, Ohio
Council unanimously approved a package of ordinances to pursue loans and contracts for rehabilitation of Pearl and Tacoma pump stations, procurement of engineering and construction management services, and other water system repairs, some contingent on state loan or principal forgiveness programs.
Morgan County, Indiana
Staff told the Morton County Drainage Board the new MSD of Martinsville elementary school has final approval and site drainage was redesigned to store most runoff on-site, reducing flow to the west from about 22 acres to roughly one-quarter acre.
Junction City, Geary County, Kansas
The Junction City Commission approved Resolution R3117 authorizing city staff to abate nuisance conditions at 328 West Second Street after code enforcement documented accumulated debris, an inoperable vehicle and maintenance problems and after a district court judge declined to sign an administrative warrant; staff will perform the abatement and
Junction City, Geary County, Kansas
City staff told the Junction City Commission that voluntary franchise agreements or a formal Organized Collection Service process are the two most legally defensible ways to reduce street and alley damage from multiple private trash haulers.
Boulder County, Colorado
Boulder County’s Board of County Commissioners on Sept. 2 voted to accept the Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG) housing needs assessment for Boulder County to meet requirements under Senate Bill 24-174.
Junction City, Geary County, Kansas
The land bank approved Resolution 14-2025 to sell Lot 15, Block 8, and Lots 23–26, Block 5, in the Sedderwood Subdivision to CNC Homes LLC under a $12,500 standard contractor offer; the approval followed a brief meeting that also ratified previous meeting minutes and adjourned.
Biloxi, Harrison County, Mississippi
Meridian City Council approved submitting Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP) grant applications to the Mississippi Department of Transportation for Medical District Phase 2 ($970,500) and a 20 Second Avenue streetscape/pedestrian project ($1,200,000), with a 20% local match expected from the city’s internet sales tax.
Llano City, Llano County, Texas
Council approved purchasing a new chassis for the electric bucket-truck rebuild after staff said the earlier budget amendment did not explicitly authorize purchase of that specific item in the minutes.
Morgan County, Indiana
Staff reported the Solder Ditch work is complete, roads reopened, a failed pipe was replaced and protected with riprap and re-asphalted; staff said state grant reviewers have repeatedly changed standards during submittals.
Junction City, Geary County, Kansas
Jody Mason, executive director of the Magdalene Project, asked the Junction City Commission for a one-time $65,000 investment to expand homeless outreach, case management and programming including a planned multi-access center.
Lorain City Council, Lorain, Lorain County, Ohio
Mayor Troy Bradley described a multi‑part safety initiative — targeting lighting, neighborhood cleanups, and increased penalties for certain gun offenses — and council voted to send several proposed ordinances on weapons, sleeping in public and parental responsibility to committees for further review.
Junction City, Geary County, Kansas
Bill Powers, a member of the Gary County Historical Society board, asked the Junction City Commission for at least $10,000 to help the museum cover rising utility and operating expenses and requested city in-kind services for sidewalks and alley work.
Lorain City Council, Lorain, Lorain County, Ohio
City council approved a subrecipient agreement with the Lorain County Land Reutilization Corporation to use a roughly $6.5 million state Brownfield grant to begin remediation at the former St. Joseph Hospital; city officials said in‑kind work and prior expenditures reduce or eliminate the city's cash match.
Llano City, Llano County, Texas
City manager Finley told the Llano City Council on June 26 that the combined general and utility funds show roughly a $172,000 shortfall and that proposed water-rate changes, mandatory lead/copper line replacements and parks staffing are key unresolved items.
Morgan County, Indiana
The Morton County Drainage Board approved maintenance specifications for the Mary Nutter ditch, authorizing staff to advertise the project for bids to be opened at the October 6 meeting.
Radioactive & Hazardous Materials, Interim, Committees, Legislative, New Mexico
State oil and natural resources officials told lawmakers they will seek federal approval to regulate Class‑6 carbon‑dioxide injection wells in New Mexico and propose standards stricter than federal minima: expanded public engagement, modeling, area‑of‑review surveys and long‑term monitoring and plugging requirements. The department said a public」
Biloxi, Harrison County, Mississippi
Meridian City Council voted unanimously to allow interested off‑duty law enforcement officers to provide additional security at Meridian High School athletic events and moved the item to the top of the consent agenda.
Llano City, Llano County, Texas
The council approved an ordinance updating council procedures, including posting requirements and an exhibit change process. A member of the public raised concern that language about a "designated reporting area" could conflict with the public's First Amendment right to record in a public building.
Kentwood City, Kent County, Michigan
The commission authorized a contract arrangement to relocate the county household hazardous waste (HHW) collection site onto an expanded public‑works footprint; Kent County will reimburse construction costs and provide staffing, while the city will manage construction through existing contractors.
Llano City, Llano County, Texas
The council approved a resolution updating the city purchasing policy to reflect a state law change raising the competitive-bid threshold from $50,000 to $100,000 and added a requirement that purchases over $25,000 be approved by council even if budgeted.
Radioactive & Hazardous Materials, Interim, Committees, Legislative, New Mexico
State hazardous‑waste regulators, the Albuquerque Bernalillo County Water Utility Authority and Air Force engineers told a legislative committee that a long‑running jet‑fuel release near Kirtland Air Force Base is being managed with monitoring and an active pump‑and‑treat system that prevents current drinking‑water impacts but that a full remedy will take years and requires more site characterization.
Manchester Board Mayor & Aldermen, Manchester, Hillsborough County, New Hampshire
The committee approved an update that a revolving-loan balance included payoff of loan #6844 Elm Street and two new loans under MDC; the body also accepted accounts receivable reports and the unaudited monthly financial report for the first month of FY26.
Robinson, McLennan County, Texas
The council included three consent items: renewal of an investment-advising contract with Valley View Consulting, authorization for the police chief to begin a multiuse agreement with TxDOT for automated license-plate recognition camera permits, and declaration of a 2011 Ford F-150 as surplus for auction or parts sale.
Llano City, Llano County, Texas
At a June 26 meeting, the Llano City Council held the first of two public hearings on the FY2025–26 property tax rate. Multiple residents urged the council to avoid or delay proposed increases and suggested lowering rates to attract population and development.
Doña Ana County, New Mexico
Assessor Gina Ojana Monte Ortega and residential appraiser supervisor Janice Madrid told commissioners on Sept. 2 that the office lacks staff and space to begin a full reappraisal; commissioners asked for a scoping plan and timeline to avoid state intervention.
Doña Ana County, New Mexico
Health and Human Services outlined a coordinated city‑county RFP process, a Sept. 16 pre‑proposal workshop and plans to award contracts for opioid‑settlement funds after evaluation; commissioners asked for target populations and regular evaluation milestones.
Doña Ana County, New Mexico
Interim Fire Chief Andy Bowen presented a proposed memorandum of understanding for Dona Ana County to accept Hatch fire property, apparatus and state fire funds and station county personnel in Hatch to provide fire and fire‑based EMS; commissioners asked for a detailed plan and noted AMR will vacate Hatch on Sept. 21, creating urgency.
Kentwood City, Kent County, Michigan
The commission approved purchase of an X Mark Laser Z commercial mower through a cooperative contract; staff said trade‑in value keeps the net cost under the FY2026 budgeted amount.
Umatilla, Umatilla County, Oregon
The council approved the city manager’s request under Article 10 of his employment agreement to own and operate a proposed recreational watercraft rental business, with council discussion emphasizing avoiding conflicts of interest and not entering city contracts.
Umatilla, Umatilla County, Oregon
The City Council gave second reading and adopted Ordinance No. 879, declaring blighted areas, establishing the need for an urban renewal agency and creating Title 2, Chapter 8 of the Umatilla Municipal Code.
Umatilla, Umatilla County, Oregon
After multiple residents described recent shootings and property damage, the Umatilla City Council added the issue to tonight’s agenda, heard from the police chief and city manager, and voted to send the matter to a police subcommittee to develop recommendations on patrols, retrofit lighting and camera options.
Radioactive & Hazardous Materials, Interim, Committees, Legislative, New Mexico
Secretary James Kenney of the New Mexico Environment Department told the Radioactive & Hazardous Materials Committee that a recent Curry County blood‑testing project found PFAS in 99.7% of participants and a chemical mix "fingerprint" consistent with firefighting foam, and described forthcoming state rules, funding and litigation tied to the findings.
Kentwood City, Kent County, Michigan
The commission authorized upgrades to two city‑operated elevators to comply with changes in state elevator code, using the city’s current elevator contractor for repairs and services.
Lewis County, Washington
Joy Promise, owner-operator of Eagles Community Kitchen Mobile Pantry, told commissioners the pantry distributes more than five tons of food weekly to Onalaska, Napavine, Chehalis and Winlock and asked how the county can help find funding to support the operation and school pantries.
Robinson, McLennan County, Texas
The council amended the city zoning code to comply with new state law changes covering public-notice signs, home-occupation rules and a corrected code citation. Council limited the mandatory sign posting to those cases required by state law rather than all zoning changes.
Robinson, McLennan County, Texas
Council approved changing 4.04 acres at 711 S. Robinson Drive from commercial to high-density residential (land-use) but later voted down a rezoning to MF-2 (multifamily) after public debate over traffic, site access and neighborhood impacts.
Manchester Board Mayor & Aldermen, Manchester, Hillsborough County, New Hampshire
The committee authorized the police department to absorb salaries and amend its complement for two real‑time crime center analysts originally hired with ARPA funds; the department said benefits were not originally calculated but can be absorbed in FY26.
Lewis County, Washington
The county approved a 2025 juvenile public defender contract with Albert Dickcock to run through the end of the year so it aligns with the county's other contracts; county staff said recruitment for other public defender positions is ongoing.
Robinson, McLennan County, Texas
The City Council approved changing a 1.677-acre parcel at 603 South Robinson Drive from low-density residential to commercial and rezoned it to General Commercial (C-2). Planning staff said the area is already transitioning to commercial and the Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval.
Clark County, Nevada
The commission examined whether to amend Clark County Code 3.74.020 to permit the head of the medical school to serve as a voting member of the University Medical Center governing board, but no change was adopted pending legal review.
Robinson, McLennan County, Texas
Council updated multiple zoning code sections to comply with state law changes that require property signage and web posting for certain residential density increases, revise home‑occupation rules and correct a code citation; the council adopted the ordinance but limited signage postings to state‑required residential cases.
Kentwood City, Kent County, Michigan
The City Commission approved purchase of replacement fire hose as part of the department’s annual testing and replacement program; staff said eight hose pieces failed the annual test and many older hoses remain in stock.
Lewis County, Washington
The commissioners approved signatures on a local agency agreement and a federal-aid prospectus to obligate construction funds for the Sears Hill Bridge project; no dollar amount was stated during the meeting.
Clark County, Nevada
At the Sept. 2 briefing staff reported several items were being held at the applicant's request (items 18, 21, 22) with item 22 described as the applicant's third hold; staff said the third hold requires demonstration of good cause and payment of re-notification fees and that the applicant was informed of the fees the same day.
Robinson, McLennan County, Texas
After an applicant presentation and extended council debate about housing need and site constraints, the council changed the land‑use designation of 4.04 acres at 711 S. Robinson Drive to high‑density residential but did not approve rezoning the property to Multifamily‑2 (MF‑2).
Clark County, Nevada
The Board approved creation of seven permanent proprietary‑fund positions for the Clark County Water Reclamation District for FY26. District staff said the positions are budgeted in the FY26 request and will be funded by rates and fees rather than property taxes.
Lewis County, Washington
The county published notice Sept. 2 that a public hearing on the community's comprehensive plan update will take place at 10 a.m. on Sept. 23; written testimony is to be emailed to mindy.brooks@lewiscountywah.gov and not submitted through the VOC comment form or directly to commissioners.
Manchester Board Mayor & Aldermen, Manchester, Hillsborough County, New Hampshire
The Committee on Community Improvement unanimously approved a series of budget authorization amendments and line-item changes (items 113) to advance to the full Board; amounts and CIP codes were recorded where provided in the meeting record.
Kentwood City, Kent County, Michigan
The commission approved an extension of the city's water meter reading contract with Ohlimeter Inc. for up to five years with a 2.7% initial unit price increase; staff said smart‑meter investments are being evaluated but many vendors are exiting the market.
Kentwood City, Kent County, Michigan
Commission authorized a contract with Perceptive Controls to replace two chlorine analyzers at the Potter pumping station, citing equipment age, calibration failures and regulatory monitoring requirements; funds from the FY2026 water fund will be used.
Clark County, Nevada
Planning Department staff told commissioners that on Aug. 6, 2025 the Board of County Commissioners adopted a plan amendment changing parcel 177-287-020-17 from Ranch Estate Neighborhood to Low Intensity Suburban Neighborhood, reversing the Planning Commission's December 2024 denial.
Kentwood City, Kent County, Michigan
The Kentwood Police Department presented its 2024 annual report highlighting staffing increases after millage approval, new equipment and technology, and year-over-year crime and service statistics. The City Commission voted to receive and file the report.
Clark County, Nevada
Two residents raised multiple sites of continuous irrigation or leaks near Torrey Pines Drive and adjacent to Mark L. Fine Elementary School and Cougar Park, asking the county to coordinate with the Southern Nevada Water Authority and local staff to investigate and repair ongoing water loss.
Lewis County, Washington
County published notice Sept. 2 for a public hearing on Sept. 16 covering a third budget amendment that proposes a $6,678,076 revenue increase and a $10,154,745 expenditure increase across funds; written comments accepted through Sept. 15.
Manchester Board Mayor & Aldermen, Manchester, Hillsborough County, New Hampshire
The Human Resources and Insurance committee approved increasing veil inspector on‑call positions from two to three to spread responsibility; Public Works said the change will not increase pay costs because only one inspector is on call at a time.
Robinson, McLennan County, Texas
The City Council enacted ordinances to change the land‑use designation from low‑density residential to commercial and to rezone 1.677 acres at 603 S. Robinson Drive to General Commercial (C‑2). Planning staff and the Planning & Zoning Commission had recommended approval.
Lincoln, Logan County, Illinois
Council members announced a Touch-A-Truck event set for Sept. 13, a Monarch Youth Center grand opening with an 11 a.m. ceremony and noon open house, and an upcoming sewer project on Broadway in front of the State Building.
Clark County, Nevada
The commission approved a special event permit for the Global Champions Arabian Tour Sept. 26–28 at the Wind West site, allowing an anticipated 2,000–3,000 attendees. Fire officials said temporary water and access solutions have been negotiated for this event, while recommending permanent site improvements for future events.
Manchester Board Mayor & Aldermen, Manchester, Hillsborough County, New Hampshire
Julie Ann Pelletier informed the Committee on Accounts, Enrollment and Revenue Administration that she selected CliftonLarsonAllen to perform Manchester's financial audits for fiscal years 2025–2027, with an option to renew for 2028–2029; item presented as informational amid questions about delayed FY2024 audit work by the prior firm.
Lewis County, Washington
The Board ratified Amendment 6 to the county's consolidated contract with the Washington State Department of Health, adding $2,002,585 in new funding across foundational public health, maternal-child health, immunization quality assurance and preparedness programs.
Clark County, Nevada
Planning staff presented companion applications for a 16-lot subdivision and associated plan/zone changes on 2.5 acres; Enterprise Town Board recommended denial and staff reported public protests.
Robinson, McLennan County, Texas
Council declared a 2011 Ford F‑150 surplus and authorized disposal by auction; staff said the vehicle no longer runs and may be sold for parts or sent to a governmental auction vendor.
Lincoln, Logan County, Illinois
At the Sept. 2 meeting the Lincoln City Council unanimously approved a resolution under the Illinois Highway Code, bids for an oil-and-chip road project, a $6,500 economic development tuck-pointing grant, three mayoral appointments and a six-month bank CD renewal at 4.1% interest.
Manchester Board Mayor & Aldermen, Manchester, Hillsborough County, New Hampshire
The Manchester Board of Mayor & Aldermen Committee on Community Improvement voted to approve the first four budget items tied to a shelter plan; members sought clarity on the shelter's location, how "aged and infirm" is defined, funding sources and screening for registered sex offenders.
Lewis County, Washington
The Board of County Commissioners voted 3-0 to approve a contract bringing Correctional Health Partners to provide medical services at the county jail, with a planned transition Nov. 1 and a five-year base term with a five-year renewal option.
Lincoln, Logan County, Illinois
At its Sept. 2 meeting, the Lincoln City Council administered the oath of office to two newly appointed patrol officers, Austin O'Donoghue and Antonino Dominguez La Cruz; no formal vote was recorded for the swearing-in.
Hobbs City, Lea County, New Mexico
The commission adopted Resolution 7673 approving a development agreement with Stewart Homes LLC that authorizes up to $300,000 in city subsidy (about $15,000 per unit at the maximum) to support market‑rate single‑family housing in an identified growth area.
Hobbs City, Lea County, New Mexico
The commission approved the purchase of a Pierce heavy rescue pumper apparatus for $923,373 via a New Mexico GSA contract; city officials said remaining capital outlay funds could support an additional hazmat vehicle.
Clark County, Nevada
The commission authorized Clark County to sign a cooperative agreement with cities in southern Nevada to establish the Southern Nevada Council of Governments, a regional body designed to coordinate planning on issues such as climate change, housing and infrastructure.
Robinson, McLennan County, Texas
Council approved authorization for the police/fleet chief to start a multiuse agreement with the Texas Department of Transportation to place automated license‑plate recognition (ALPR) cameras; staff said five of 11 planned cameras will be on TxDOT right‑of‑way and permits could take three to four months.
Lombard, DuPage County, Illinois
The Village of Lombard�s finance and administration committee reviewed the annual comprehensive financial report presented by the village auditor and took a preliminary look at the 2026 budget; the committee recommended the financial report be forwarded to the board and will examine the full 2026 budget on Sept. 22.
Hobbs City, Lea County, New Mexico
The commission unanimously approved submission of a fiscal year 2026 fire protection grant application worth $497,250 to buy training simulators and props for a planned training tower, with no local match required, Chief Mark DePorto said.
Manchester Board Mayor & Aldermen, Manchester, Hillsborough County, New Hampshire
Members of the Manchester Board Mayor & Aldermen Committee on Human Resources and Insurance heard an informational presentation on GLP‑1 weight‑loss medications and how they affect the city’s self‑funded health plan.
Hobbs City, Lea County, New Mexico
The Hobbs City Commission approved an HGAC contract to buy 85 Scott Vision C5 face pieces and 73 EZ Flow quick-connect regulators for $183,792.38, funded from this fiscal year’s fire funds, to replace equipment purchased 12 years ago.
Lombard, DuPage County, Illinois
Trustees for the Village of Lombard voted unanimously Tuesday to table two ordinances tied to the Pinnacle planned development, delaying a second-reading vote until the board�s Sept. 18 meeting.
Clark County, Nevada
After extended public comment and technical discussion, the planning commission approved a waiver allowing a backyard flying trapeze rig on a half-acre property in Sunrise Manor with safety and neighborhood conditions, including a one-year review and limits on nighttime practice and commercial activity.
Robinson, McLennan County, Texas
The City Council approved renewal of an investment-advisory agreement with Valley View Consulting, continuing a relationship of about eight years and accepting a fee of 0.6% of portfolio value.
Manchester Board Mayor & Aldermen, Manchester, Hillsborough County, New Hampshire
The Manchester Board Mayor & Aldermen Special Committee on Airport Activities approved a one‑sentence addition to its airport carbon accreditation policy after Airports Council International said the previous statement lacked a commitment to ongoing action. The committee voted by voice and agreed to resubmit the policy to ACI.
Harrisonville City, Cass County, Missouri
City administrator reported termination of the contractor for the South Service area sanitary sewer project and said staff is working with bond counsel; multiple street, water and utility projects are starting soon and public‑works locates backlog and contractor coordination remain ongoing concerns.
Manchester Board Mayor & Aldermen, Manchester, Hillsborough County, New Hampshire
The committee approved Chief of Police Peter Marr’s request to enter a service agreement with Police Narratives AI to use mobile and web applications for transcribing and generating police reports.
Butler County, Ohio
Butler County commissioners considered a possible UnitedHealthcare opioid settlement allocation and approved a set of departmental contracts, including a Dell Microsoft enterprise agreement and updates to the water and sewer developer manual, at their Sept. 2 meeting.
Butler County, Ohio
The commissioners approved a set of finance items including an $18,039.07 transfer for the Violence Against Women Act match; appropriations for a coroner vehicle; additional sheriff and juvenile appropriations funded by grants; and TIF school-district payments totaling $260,000 across two TIF funds.
Clark County, Nevada
Planning staff presented a companion set of applications for a proposed 111-lot subdivision that would reclassify about 12.68 acres to Compact Neighborhood and rezone parcels to RS-2, and noted Enterprise Town Board recommended denial.
Tomball, Harris County, Texas
TEDC reported its second year of the Summer Youth Employment Program placed 33 interns with 19 participating businesses from 118 applicants; staff proposed increasing the program budget to $250,000 and creating an advisory committee to expand placements.
Tomball, Harris County, Texas
City staff previewed a proposed renewal of janitorial services with ABM Texas Janitorial Services for up to $120,000, noting a 2.9% CPI increase on services that is offset by reduced supplies usage so the overall appropriation remains unchanged.
Harrisonville City, Cass County, Missouri
The board confirmed several reappointments to the Enhanced Enterprise Zone board and appointed Jessica Jung to the city TIF Commission; all votes were approved by roll call with no opposition.
Haywood County, North Carolina
The Haywood County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a proclamation designating September 2025 as Haywood County Preparedness Month, citing recent severe weather and Hurricane Helene recovery; Emergency Services PIO Allison Richmond detailed preparedness stations and upcoming public events.
Butler County, Ohio
The commissioners approved a plat combining two lots in the Queen Acres subdivision (Hanover Township) so a homeowner can install a pool; the recorded plat includes two driveway easements and a maintenance agreement to address a neighbor's driveway encroachment.
Manchester Board Mayor & Aldermen, Manchester, Hillsborough County, New Hampshire
The Board of Mayor & Aldermen committee approved an amendment to Chapter 92 (Fire Prevention) to align city rules with state statutes and to present fees in a table; the amendment does not change costs for services, committee members said.
Tomball, Harris County, Texas
The Tomball Economic Development Corporation reported it closed two strategic property purchases totaling about 45.75 acres and nearly $4.4 million to support South Live Oak redevelopment and potential event parking; the agency also scheduled a Legacy Square feasibility kickoff and noted several projects under nondisclosure.
Harrisonville City, Cass County, Missouri
The Harrisonville Board of Aldermen held a public hearing and completed a first reading on a final plat to replat parts of Parkwood East and relinquish the city-owned Blueberry Park to adjoining property owners.
Haywood County, North Carolina
State Rep. Mark Pless visited the Haywood County Board of Commissioners on Sept. 2 to outline statewide budget uncertainty, Medicaid funding discussions, recovery reimbursement delays and DMV service problems.
Tomball, Harris County, Texas
At the council meeting, the city accepted a proclamation recognizing Sept. 14 as Star‑Spangled Banner Day, received a public comment and book donation from the National Society United States Daughters of 1812, and heard that the Tomball Farmers Market raised $2,800 for Holiday Heroes at a summer dunk tank event.
Tomball, Harris County, Texas
City staff previewed a rezoning request from single-family to a retail district at 1710 South Cherry Street so the Mutchinsons can relocate their spice business; planning commission public hearing is scheduled and first reading of ordinance will be Sept. 15 if recommended.
Tomball, Harris County, Texas
Following an executive session, the City Council reappointed associate judges to two‑year contracts, renewed the chief prosecutor’s contract to continue through Sept. 30, 2026, and approved an associate prosecutor appointment; all actions passed 5-0.
Manchester Board Mayor & Aldermen, Manchester, Hillsborough County, New Hampshire
Manchester Board Mayor & Aldermen’s Committee on Public Safety, Health and Traffic approved a request to add a no-parking zone on Davis Street and a proposed amendment to a 15-minute loading/unloading zone on Hanover Street; both measures were approved by voice vote.
Duplin County, North Carolina
Public commenters flagged tree-root damage, a dangerous four-way stop, and mowing issues; staff said they will check with NCDOT and county maintenance. Separately, the board approved naming five roads following public hearings.
Harrisonville City, Cass County, Missouri
The Board of Aldermen authorized a $45,502.58 utility-billing adjustment for Universal Forest after city staff found a CT metering problem that under-recorded usage for several months; aldermen approved the corrective estimate and the adjustment passed by roll call.
Manchester Board Mayor & Aldermen, Manchester, Hillsborough County, New Hampshire
Labor representatives and residents urged the board to ensure Manchester workers and a community benefits agreement for the Cemetery Brook sewer/tunnel project. Aldermen asked staff to review contracting, subcontractor selection and community‑benefit options.
Tomball, Harris County, Texas
EDC staff reported that the Summer Youth Employment Program placed 33 paid interns this year from 118 applicants across 19 participating businesses and recommended a FY26 budget increase to $250,000 to grow placements and form an advisory committee.
Tomball, Harris County, Texas
After debate about 4 p.m. start times that some members said conflicted with work schedules, Tomball councilmembers agreed to try holding workshop meetings at 5 p.m. and to add 'proposed future agenda' items to the 6 p.m. regular meeting for brief discussion.
Haywood County, North Carolina
The Haywood County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved a consent-item to accept a Round 3, 0% state bridge loan of $998,885.37 to help cover disaster-related costs while FEMA and other reimbursements are pending; county staff said the loan must be repaid by June 30, 2030 unless later forgiven.
Manchester Board Mayor & Aldermen, Manchester, Hillsborough County, New Hampshire
Residents urged the Board of Mayor and Aldermen to amend the city's sewer use ordinance to require PFAS monitoring and reduction for industrial dischargers to the wastewater treatment plant and its on‑site incinerator. Speakers cited state law authority (RSA 485‑A‑5(e)) and delivered a petition with more than 170 signatures.
Duplin County, North Carolina
Speakers during public comment criticized county leadership practices and called for greater transparency, town halls and accountability; they warned the public will continue organizing to monitor officials.
Manchester Board Mayor & Aldermen, Manchester, Hillsborough County, New Hampshire
The board reviewed a final invoice for replacement turf at the Fisher Cats field and approved using city contingency to cover the remaining city obligation after factoring in a roughly $73,000 project balance. The final city ask was described as "just shy of $72,000."
Manchester Board Mayor & Aldermen, Manchester, Hillsborough County, New Hampshire
Multiple residents and volunteers reported vandalism, needles, human feces and drug use at Valley Street and Pine Street cemeteries and asked the board for more frequent patrols or nightly gate closures. Aldermen asked public safety and parks staff for an expedited plan and a presentation at an upcoming meeting.
Manchester Board Mayor & Aldermen, Manchester, Hillsborough County, New Hampshire
Residents criticized a health‑department cease‑and‑desist letter sent over home‑canned pickles and urged aldermen to amend the city’s decades‑old food ordinance to match New Hampshire homestead/cottage laws. The board referred the matter to committee for review.
Manchester Board Mayor & Aldermen, Manchester, Hillsborough County, New Hampshire
Several speakers at the Board of Mayor and Aldermen meeting urged the board to preserve a recently completed community mural at Chien Bastille Park, saying removing it would harm youth and adults with disabilities who created it. The mural's future is slated for a later aldermanic vote.
2025 Senate Committees, Senate, Legislative, Texas
The Senate Committee on State Affairs reported House Bill 15, a House companion to Cedric King’s bill, to the full Senate after the committee accepted a substitute that removed House amendments. Sponsor said the bill separates department and personnel files to shield officers and families from unsubstantiated public disclosures.
2025 Senate Committees, Senate, Legislative, Texas
The Texas Senate Committee on State Affairs voted to report House Bill 7 — the House companion to Representative Leach’s bill on abortion medication — to the full Senate by roll call, 7–1. Sponsors said pro‑life groups support the measure and medical groups are neutral.
Euclid City Boards & Commissions, Euclid, Cuyahoga County, Ohio
The Euclid Civil Service Commission approved a lateral appointment of Matthew Henry to the Euclid Fire Department effective Sept. 22, 2025, and handled routine business including approving minutes and excusing an absent commissioner.
Euclid City Boards & Commissions, Euclid, Cuyahoga County, Ohio
At its Sept. 2 meeting the Euclid Board of Control approved an emergency sewer repair costing $170,393.43 and authorized purchases including heat-pump replacements and turnout gear; officials also announced bids for the 2025 citywide street tree removal program will open Sept. 8.
Lakota Local, School Districts, Ohio
Board members on Sept. 2 reviewed whether to keep regular board meetings on the large auditorium stage or move to the East Freshman innovation hub, citing lighting problems, audience engagement and custodial/setup tradeoffs; staff will evaluate technical and cost implications before recommending a change.
Lakota Local, School Districts, Ohio
At its Sept. 2 meeting the Lakota Local Board of Education received updated start-of-year enrollment figures showing a slight drop from 2024 and higher-than-desired class sizes in grades 3'06; staff emphasized the need to view enrollment longitudinally and said some registrations are still pending documentation.
Lakota Local, School Districts, Ohio
At its Sept. 2 meeting, Lakota Local Board of Education members and staff described an expanded outreach plan for the district's Building Our Future facilities proposal after public meetings raised questions about bus times, costs and engagement; staff said they will add mailings, targeted in-person sessions for "empty nesters" and legal review of