What happened on Friday, 12 September 2025
Roswell, Fulton County, Georgia
The council approved a contract not to exceed $355,471 to Inliner Solutions to rehabilitate 18 stormwater pipes across nine roads, plus a $35,547 contingency for unforeseen conditions.
Athens, Clarke County, Georgia
The Athens‑Clarke County Historic Preservation Commission approved a certificate of appropriateness to retain cross‑bracing on the rafter tails at 327 Woodlawn Avenue after hearing staff concern about structural necessity and preservation guidance.
Miami Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida
The City of Miami Beach Planning Board on Sept. 9 approved a conditional use permit to convert the former Regal Cinema at 1100 Lincoln Road into "Superhuman," an experiential art museum that will combine technology-driven installations with gallery-quality works and ticketed, timed entries.
Stow City, Summit County, Ohio
Committee members expressed concern about reductions in minimum lot sizes in the draft — changes that could increase unit counts in potential subdivisions such as Miller's Landing — and asked staff to scale back some proposed decreases.
Newman City, Coweta County, Georgia
At its Sept. 9 meeting the Newnan City Council appointed and reappointed members to several local boards and commissions, including the Belt Authority, Ethics Commission, Keith Newton Beautiful Commission and Youth Activities Commission.
Logansport City, Cass County, Indiana
Councilors were briefed on the transition to a new trash contract, remaining questions about recycling collection and a county drop-off option; staff said implementation is scheduled to start the week after next and that Republic remains in discussions with the city.
Athens, Clarke County, Georgia
After extended debate about historic integrity and repairability, the commission denied a COA to replace the last three original windows at a house at the Northeast corner of Satulah and Yonah Avenues (COA 2025‑08‑1676).
Logansport City, Cass County, Indiana
Board heard that the new Spencer Park playground is complete pending final mulch and will have a chamber ribbon cutting Sept. 18 and a public grand opening Sept. 20.
Senate Bills (Introduced), 2025 Bills, Pennsylvania Legislation Bills , Pennsylvania
Legislation raises seven-day aggregate prize limit for games of chance to $60,000
Roswell, Fulton County, Georgia
The Roswell mayor and council gave final adoption to the city’s 2025 Community Improvement Element update after the State Department of Community Affairs and the Atlanta Regional Commission returned it with no comments.
Senate Bills (Introduced), 2025 Bills, Pennsylvania Legislation Bills , Pennsylvania
Legislation amends committee membership to include online messengers association representative
Newman City, Coweta County, Georgia
Newnan Police Chief Brent Blankenship announced Sept. 12, 2025, that detectives arrested Scottie Elliott Smith on multiple felony charges in the 2011 death of Blake Tyler Chappell; the case remains under investigation.
2025 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
The Senate Education Confirmation Committee voted 3-2 against a favorable recommendation for Maria Garcia’s reappointment to the University of Utah Board of Trustees after questioning about campus climate and political expression. The committee recorded a roll-call result and will not forward her nomination with a favorable recommendation.
Lycoming County, Pennsylvania
The county approved a resolution to issue a tax and revenue anticipation note and the related financing agreement as a stopgap while urging state lawmakers to resolve a budget impasse affecting county programs and services.
Miami Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida
City code and police staff reported results from enforcement initiatives: education and warning outreach for gas-powered leaf blowers, ATV squad enforcement and warnings for beach smoking, and a targeted nighttime detail that produced a sharp increase in vehicle-noise citations.
2025 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
The committee favorably recommended reappointments to the Utah State University Board of Trustees, including Casey Malouf and Tessa White. White, who was nominated as board chair, emphasized transparency, communication and change-management experience in a letter read to the committee after technical difficulties with her video statement.
Senate Bills (Introduced), 2025 Bills, Pennsylvania Legislation Bills , Pennsylvania
Joint resolution aims to amend tax exemptions for veterans with service-connected disabilities
Logansport City, Cass County, Indiana
Councilors reviewed proposed economic development grants and recurring contributions, discussed the Memorial Home project and potential grant matches, and noted ongoing Dykeman Park infrastructure payments.
Mills County, Texas
Mills County commissioners tabled consideration of a roughly $93,000 bid from Calvary Construction to repair mortar and seal the south face of the courthouse after concerns the work would only cover one side and that specialists recommended by the Texas Historical Commission might be needed.
Bossier City Agendas, Bossier Parish, Louisiana
At its Sept. 10 meeting the Bossier City Council adopted multiple final-reading ordinances and introduced several first-reading items, including appropriations for road and water projects, a property purchase tied to senior services and a partnership with SportsEngine for live streaming at the Tinsley athletic complex.
Lycoming County, Pennsylvania
The Lycoming County Commissioners voted to approve a sale of subsurface rights to Range Resources for $5,400,000 and an assignment of a 2% royalty interest on future hydrocarbon proceeds; the deal was described as the result of years of negotiation and expected to provide both an upfront payment and recurring revenue.
Stow City, Summit County, Ohio
The draft adds a natural landscape area provision allowing native/wild landscaping while limiting how much of a yard can be wild and requiring maintenance, demarcation and a site plan; staff said they consulted the Urban Forestry Commission.
Miami Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida
City technology and clerk's office staff told the committee they have made progress with Granicus to restore fine-grained Resident Connect notifications; staff expect to have the remaining data access from the vendor this week and 30 days to build the city-side functionality.
Events, Hillsborough, School Districts, Florida
The Math Homework Hotline episode included on-air giveaways, a teacher recognition visit to Benito, and sponsor segments from Mathnasium and Edgems; hosts encouraged classroom participation through call-in tracking and raffles.
Senate Bills (Introduced), 2025 Bills, Pennsylvania Legislation Bills , Pennsylvania
Bill requires school nurses and staff to complete seizure recognition training starting 2025-2026.
Logansport City, Cass County, Indiana
Parks staff demonstrated a new video system being installed across Logosport parks, citing 24/7 recording, 30-day retention, analytic counts and FirstNet connectivity; the board discussed coverage, cost and who will have access.
Barrington, School Districts, Rhode Island
Members discussed establishing a part‑time attendance coordinator to centralize residency verification, truancy diversion and chronic‑absence follow‑up; administration will draft a job charter and consider staffing models for future discussion.
City Council Meetings, City of Sidney, Cheyenne County, Nebraska
Finance Director Kegan Carwin presented the proposed FY25–26 budget with a small levy rate decrease but a modest tax increase in dollars, rising health-insurance costs, potential Safe Streets grant funding and near-term landfill planning; the council approved the budget report.
Mariposa County, California
The Code Compliance Advisory Committee directed staff to prepare a consolidated list of recommendations and implementation status from the past three years and received updates from an ad hoc committee, the county’s case‑log conversion to Tyler, and the building department’s new digital permit-review workflow.
2025 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
The Senate Education Confirmation Committee recommended reappointment of two Weber State trustees, citing enrollment growth and initiatives that support student access. Nominees outlined efforts on direct admissions, tuition freezes for low-credit students and partnerships with Hill Air Force Base.
Logansport City, Cass County, Indiana
Fire leadership described operating and capital needs including bunker-suit replacement, evolving cardiac-rescue equipment, portable-radios upgrades, and a wellness platform; staff said EMS supply procurement may benefit from Parkview pricing arrangements.
Stow City, Summit County, Ohio
Staff proposed changes to sign standards including a larger allowable electronic sign area and added lighting color‑temperature limits; committee members questioned whether to set a minimum or maximum Kelvin cap and asked for cross‑references to the sign chapter.
City Council Meetings, City of Sidney, Cheyenne County, Nebraska
City Manager David Scott told the City Council he will resign after 8½ years; the council accepted his resignation, appointed Joshua Hanson as interim city manager with a 90‑day review and approved an interim contract and temporary credit‑card name change.
Events, Hillsborough, School Districts, Florida
Hosts of Hillsborough County Public Schools' Math Homework Hotline demonstrated adding and subtracting with rational numbers, including absolute value, decimals, fractions and mixed numbers, and walked callers through multi-step word problems and a live challenge question.
Logansport City, Cass County, Indiana
Officials discussed the 50/50 homeowner sidewalk program, which requires homeowners to pay half the cost at the time of work, and reviewed which streets will be paved this fall versus deferred to spring; staff also summarized local-roads reserves and encumbrance rules.
Broussard, Lafayette Parish, Louisiana
At its Sept. 9, 2025 meeting the City of Broussard adopted Ordinance 25‑834, which establishes rules for collection of vegetative debris, aiming to streamline branch pickup and improve collection efficiency; the ordinance was read for the second time and adopted with no public comment.
Ashland, Boyd County, Kentucky
At a Sept. 11 remembrance at Ashland’s riverfront, speakers recounted the 2001 attacks, listed casualty totals and warned that many first responders still suffer long-term health effects.
Mills County, Texas
Mills County Commissioners approved a bid from Brasher Company to regrade turf and address low spots around the county courthouse to reduce interior flooding, while raising questions about materials, irrigation adjustments and schedule.
2025 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
The Senate Education Confirmation Committee unanimously recommended appointment or reappointment of four Utah Valley University trustees — including a new nominee, Shauna Smith — after opening remarks expressing condolences over a recent incident at UVU. Senators and nominees emphasized student retention, workforce alignment and community ties.
Logansport City, Cass County, Indiana
Councilors and staff discussed encumbering bond funds for cemetery paving, concerns about spending on memorial ceremonies, and potential grant sources for historic cemetery preservation.
Building Code Council, Governor's Office - Boards & Commissions, Executive, Washington
A Building Industry Association of Washington representative said only one residential code proposal appeared likely to increase industry costs while several others could reduce costs or compliance time; the association encouraged members to submit written comments to the SBCC.
Edmonds, Snohomish County, Washington
City staff presented a draft mid‑biennial budget amendment and a proposed $14.5 million levy lid lift allocation at the Sept. 12 Edmonds budget retreat. Staff said the package would prioritize police, parks, streets/sidewalks, planning and facilities but cautioned 2025 sales tax receipts are running below budget.
City Council Meetings, City of Sidney, Cheyenne County, Nebraska
After police reported an uptick in violations of a city registry ordinance and noted defense requests for jury trials, the City of Sydney appointed attorney Travis Robach as special prosecutor to handle anticipated trial work.
Miami Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida
CIP staff told the committee that relocation of an unexpected 20-inch water main and other utilities pushed the Fifth Street Pedestrian Bridge project schedule, leaving the city pending final engineer approval and an FDOT permit; current target completion slipped from 2026 to late 2026/early 2027.
Conway City, Faulkner County, Arkansas
The mayor asked the council for permission to speak with the Rogers family about a 210-acre property within city limits that is for sale; council members encouraged starting a conversation and indicated the inquiry could be funded with A&P funds.
Broussard, Lafayette Parish, Louisiana
On Sept. 9, 2025, the City of Broussard Council approved Resolution 853‑25 accepting substantial completion of water tower rehabilitation work at Highway 90 and Main Street; staff said both towers are back in service and the Highway 90 tower has minor punch list items remaining.
California State Senate, Senate, Legislative, California
A California Senate committee voted unanimously to concur in assembly amendments to SB 777, a bill by Sen. Richardson that accelerates a state review of abandoned cemeteries after repeated vandalism and concerns about insufficient endowment funds for maintenance.
Public Service Commission, State Agencies, Executive, Wisconsin
The Public Service Commission granted a certificate of public convenience and necessity to American Transmission Company for the Dodge County distribution interconnection project, selecting the preferred route and adding project‑specific environmental and agricultural mitigation conditions.
Barrington, School Districts, Rhode Island
Project team briefed the committee on design-development drawings, a draft construction schedule that staggers elementary builds after the high school, the Stage 2 RIDE memorandum of agreement limiting scope transfers, and a public communications plan including a video and mailer.
Centre County, Pennsylvania
The board approved a short lease with Service Access Management Inc. for office space in the Community Services Building at $1,272 per month through Dec. 31, 2025, to allow a transitional colocation while staff and costs are apportioned.
Michigan City, LaPorte County, Indiana
The mayor told the council the recently passed state legislation (referred to in the meeting as Senate Enrolled Act 1) will phase out some property-tax-related local income tax (LIT) revenues and require the city to adopt a municipal local income tax; Michigan City could lose roughly $14 million under the new structure, the mayor said.
Lee's Summit, Jackson County, Missouri
During public comment Teresa Volenweider alleged a $157,000 misuse of public funds for a private drainage system, referenced a detained violinist in Utah and urged council to investigate; council acknowledged the comment but did not take action at the meeting.
Conway City, Faulkner County, Arkansas
The council voted 8-0 to approve submitting a letter of interest for the Rachel Ray No-Kill Excellence grant, eligible for up to $60,000 with no required match, to buy an adoption trailer for Colony Animal Services.
Stow City, Summit County, Ohio
Staff told the committee the draft reduces three design tiers to two, consolidates prohibited materials lists, and debated allowing architectural corrugated metal panels while prohibiting industrial corrugated metal.
Lee's Summit, Jackson County, Missouri
The city proclaimed the week of September 2025 as National Co‑Responder and Crisis Responder Week, recognizing the Lee's Summit Police Department and Rediscover partnership. Police and Rediscover staff described co‑responder work, its goals to divert people from jails and emergency rooms, and how to request a corresponder when calling 911.
Centre County, Pennsylvania
The board approved a performance-based contracting agreement with Pennsylvania’s Office of Developmental Programs for supports coordination organization (SCO) services covering the first five years, Jan. 1, 2026–Dec. 31, 2031, under a tiered-rate performance model; staff said there is no cost to the county at present.
Logansport City, Cass County, Indiana
Councilors reviewed the parks department's 2026 budget, including a proposed 3% across-the-board pay increase, a multi-step pay adjustment for the clubhouse manager, funding for golf-course equipment and simulators, and early planning for irrigation and Riverside Park improvements.
City Council Meetings, City of Sidney, Cheyenne County, Nebraska
A resident urged the City of Sydney to change its ordinance to allow backyard hens; council members and staff discussed permit rules, setbacks and enforcement capacity and asked for more public input but took no formal action.
Conway City, Faulkner County, Arkansas
The council unanimously approved rezoning a 0.2-acre lot at 603 Polk Street from R-2A to R-2 to permit a duplex on a 66-foot-wide lot.
Public Service Commission, State Agencies, Executive, Wisconsin
The Public Service Commission of Wisconsin on Sept. 11 approved four investor‑owned utilities’ voluntary energy‑efficiency and low‑income weatherization programs for the 2026–27 program year, directing certain evaluation and reporting steps and asking one utility to revisit multifamily incentives.
Broussard, Lafayette Parish, Louisiana
The City of Broussard Council on Sept. 9, 2025, adopted Resolution 8852‑25 to establish rental rules for the Bruce Ardy Events Center, approving requirements for insurance, licensed catering and bartending, reservation fees, and handling of weather/emergency cancellations.
Logansport City, Cass County, Indiana
The board approved multiple street-closure and curb-cut permits, including the Logansport Alumni Association homecoming block party, Cross at the Crossroads fall festival, QC Communications curb cuts for utility boring, Frontiers fiber/construction cuts scheduled for spring, and Logan's Landing downtown events.
Lee's Summit, Jackson County, Missouri
Council received a public‑works committee report Sept. 9 summarizing recommendations to address stormwater, traffic signal upgrades and residential solid‑waste contracting work.
Logansport City, Cass County, Indiana
The board approved a contract with Serviscape to wrap park trees and install large holiday displays downtown; part of the vendor cost will be covered by the general fund and the remainder by community donations.
St John Town, Lake County, Indiana
The Saint John Economic Development Committee voted to hold the Kris Kringle Market from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., charge vendors a $100 full-day fee and move vendor sign-ups to Sept. 15; materials to appear in the town’s November water-bill mailer require earlier deadlines.
Lee's Summit, Jackson County, Missouri
On Sept. 9 the Lee's Summit City Council unanimously approved a package of ordinances including multiple equipment purchases, a Workday subscription, an intergovernmental dispatch agreement with Sugar Creek, emergency planning contract and budget amendments; all votes were 7-0.
Centre County, Pennsylvania
Recorder of Deeds Joe Davidson requested county funding from records improvement funds to contract with Cofile Technologies Inc. for preservation and restoration of about 15 deed books (1865–1941) at a cost of $59,086.29; commissioners voted to add the contract to next week's consent agenda.
Conway City, Faulkner County, Arkansas
The City Council voted 8-0 to approve an ordinance removing property at 5875 Highway 319 West from the city, citing the high cost of extending water and sewer services to the site.
Michigan City, LaPorte County, Indiana
At a Sept. 11 budget workshop the mayor presented a mostly flat 2026 spending plan that includes a 2% pay increase citywide, higher health-insurance costs, targeted pay adjustments, and the use of one-time cash balances to cover capital-match shortfalls for refuse trucks and other items.
Commerce, Science, and Transportation: Senate Committee, Standing Committees - House & Senate, Congressional Hearings Compilation, Legislative, Federal
OSTP Director Michael Kratios told senators the AI Action Plan includes workforce development, reskilling, and collaboration with Manufacturing USA and NIMBL‑type cloud‑lab proposals to accelerate biotech research; he described opportunities for apprenticeships, training programs and automated cloud labs.
Miami Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida
Parks staff told the committee the neighborhood-court reservation pilot reduced unauthorized commercial lessons and improved access; the committee recommended making it permanent and extending contractor oversight to new Bayshore Park courts.
Centre County, Pennsylvania
The board approved 2026 pass-through agreements for STOP (Services, Training, Officers, Prosecutors) grant funds: $49,100 to Center Safe and $47,950 to the State College Police Department to support coordinated domestic-violence services.
Fort Myers Beach, Lee County, Florida
As part of the budget process the council adopted a tentative fee schedule that adds a weekly mooring-field rate and raises a number of administrative, parking and permit fees; several increases were deferred or sent back for clarification after council questions.
Ashland, Boyd County, Kentucky
The Ashland Board of City Commissioners on Sept. 9 approved an amendment to the city’s engineering agreement for the Ashland Water Resource Recovery Facility expansion that allows the city to use up to $4 million in U.S. EPA STAG funds for engineering services.
Logansport City, Cass County, Indiana
The board approved a contract with an appraisal firm to value the city-owned property at 2520 Stadium Drive so the city’s redevelopment commission can later sell or gift the parcel.
Polk County, Texas
Polk County Commissioners Court held a public hearing Sept. 9 on a proposal to issue up to $9.5 million in bonds to finance and refinance projects at CHI St. Luke’s Health Memorial Livingston; formal consideration was scheduled for the court's 10 a.m. regular session.
Fort Myers Beach, Lee County, Florida
Emergency services asked for $50,000 to outfit town vehicles with alert lighting and related equipment. Council supported reallocating part of the community-policing budget to finance the request while directing staff to monitor public-safety impacts.
FARGO 1, School Districts, North Dakota
The board opened the statutorily required public hearing on the property tax levy under North Dakota Century Code 57-15-02.2 and closed it after no one present offered oral or written comments.
Broussard, Lafayette Parish, Louisiana
The City of Broussard Council approved Resolution 851‑25 on Sept. 9, 2025, to add a right‑turn lane on West Main Street at South Bernard Road, approving funding for pavement widening and associated work; presenters said the project requires an 11‑foot widening, a taper and signage but no new signal heads or lighting.
Swain County Schools, School Districts, North Carolina
The board approved updates to diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) and related policies, including required use of official school logos and rules for travel/rooming; the policies had been reviewed by the district’s attorneys.
Building Code Council, Governor's Office - Boards & Commissions, Executive, Washington
Tim Atterberry, with the Associated General Contractors of Washington, told the State Building Code Council work group that pilot projects implementing Environmental Product Declarations, or EPDs, generated substantial unbudgeted costs for contractors and project teams.
Broussard, Lafayette Parish, Louisiana
On Sept. 9, 2025, the City of Broussard Council amended its 2025–26 operating budget to fund a community drone show, approving a $30,000 annual contract contingent on a three-year agreement and assigning the cost to the Broussard Economic Development Corporation budget.
Commerce, Science, and Transportation: Senate Committee, Standing Committees - House & Senate, Congressional Hearings Compilation, Legislative, Federal
At the Sept. 17 hearing, senators pressed OSTP Director Michael Kratios about the administration's proposal to limit federal funds to states with 'unduly restrictive' AI rules; Kratios said funding agencies would make those determinations but offered no detailed criteria.
FARGO 1, School Districts, North Dakota
District leaders described a partnership with TNT Fitness to introduce Able Games assemblies, scholarships and an AI-based inclusion curriculum to pair peers with students who have intellectual disabilities.
Barrington, School Districts, Rhode Island
Scott Fuller, hired to lead Barrington's strategic planning, briefed the committee on a five‑phase process, community engagement and a draft strategic plan; members asked that a full workshop present the draft to the committee and public in October.
Swain County Schools, School Districts, North Carolina
Superintendent reported an active search to fill the district chief financial officer role, with interim finance coverage by Stephanie and oversight from Deborah Frisbie; six applicants applied and three met state (DPI) approval to advance to interviews.
FARGO 1, School Districts, North Dakota
District leaders discussed initial planning for a cosmetology CTE offering and confirmed plans to launch a firefighting pathway next year with about 15 student slots through the Career Innovation Center and partner departments.
New York City, New York County, New York
After debate, the commission approved a full‑brick recladding for the rear yard elevation of 96 Bank Street, rejecting the applicant’s proposal to overclad with thin brick and requiring a full veneer that matches the block’s character.
CANYON ISD, School Districts, Texas
Board members recognized Canyon High mixed doubles state runner‑ups and a student who advanced to UIL state singles, and honored Crestview Elementary’s Eagle Heirs choir for earning an invitation to perform at the 2026 TMEA convention.
Fort Myers Beach, Lee County, Florida
After weeks of review and public comment, the Town Council adopted a tentative budget and set a not-to-exceed millage of 1.15 mills, following staff proposals that cut programs and reallocated funds to close a $1.19 million structural deficit.
Swain County Schools, School Districts, North Carolina
Barbara presented the district’s Title I and federal-program budgets, explaining that Title I funding increased this year and is primarily spent on salaries, benefits and set‑asides for homeless education and neglected children; the board voted to approve the Title I plan unanimously.
FARGO 1, School Districts, North Dakota
Fargo Public Schools leaders said a team of 10 teachers will visit a Mesa-area district to study a lead-teacher model aimed at building team teaching, reducing teacher isolation and improving retention; the trip is grant-funded and the district will pilot approaches based on findings.
El Segundo City, Los Angeles County, California
The El Segundo Planning Commission voted to approve Environmental Assessment EA1402 and Subdivision SUB25-03 to create tentative parcel map 84876, splitting an undeveloped 278,348-square-foot property at 2021–2031 Rosecrans Avenue into two legal lots.
Stow City, Summit County, Ohio
Draft code retains a 14‑day limit for vehicles parked within 20 feet of the right‑of‑way, discusses hard‑surface requirements and contemplates a 50‑foot setback option for front‑yard parking.
Miami Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida
A City of Miami Beach committee voted to refer a proposal to name the Flamingo Park baseball field after former Miami Beach High coach Skip Berman to the full commission, with an estimated implementation cost under $10,000.
Centre County, Pennsylvania
The board approved a five-year Title 4-D cooperative agreement with state and local partners effective Oct. 1, 2025, and voted to renew or add three attorney contracts plus a sheriff services appendix for reimbursement at federal participation rates.
Logansport City, Cass County, Indiana
The board approved a Lexipol wellness solution for firefighters — an anonymous wellness platform, crisis lines, behavioral-health toolkits and peer-support training — with costs covered by the fire chief's budget.
Lee, School Districts, Florida
Board liaison reported the district expanded recruitment channels for the board auditor role to include the Association of Local Government Auditors and Cape Coral contacts; HR said the current ads run 30 days and can be extended if the applicant pool remains small.
Westville Town, LaPorte County, Indiana
The Westville police representative reported 290 calls for service in August, said the department hired two part-time officers, and described plans for a short, permitted closure of Flynn for a planned event; the council was told a permit process is required for closing a state highway.
Punta Gorda City, Charlotte County, Florida
Zoning and code compliance staff presented case statistics showing more than 770 code cases opened so far in 2025, high voluntary compliance rates, and discussed enforcement tools including fines, liens, and the option to switch from a code board to a special magistrate.
Punta Gorda City, Charlotte County, Florida
Punta Gorda utility consultants told the City Council at a public workshop that the city needs an immediate revenue increase to fund urgent water and sewer infrastructure projects, offering a recommended plan that phases in a 12% overall revenue increase through 2029 and an alternative that would raise current rates by 5% across the board.
Barrington, School Districts, Rhode Island
Following a three-week search that produced 15 applicants narrowed to two finalists, the committee voted to appoint Mister Mitchell as interim superintendent and authorized legal counsel to negotiate an employment contract.
CANYON ISD, School Districts, Texas
Trustees accepted two donations totaling $5,456, approved adjunct teaching staff (county extension agents) and accepted employment recommendations for listed professional employees for 2025–26; all motions passed unanimously.
Commerce, Science, and Transportation: Senate Committee, Standing Committees - House & Senate, Congressional Hearings Compilation, Legislative, Federal
Committee leaders and OSTP Director Michael Kratios discussed regulatory sandboxes as part of a broader legislative framework to speed AI development while protecting consumers; Kratios expressed support for sandboxes and bipartisan work with Congress, while some senators warned against federal overreach into state laws.
Punta Gorda City, Charlotte County, Florida
The committee received an update on the proposed Public Safety Building and police facilities: chiefs have requested a feasibility study and staff are searching for potential properties; the project has been prioritized but exact costs remain unknown pending feasibility, land and grant outcomes.
Logansport City, Cass County, Indiana
The Board of Public Works and Safety on Sept. 10 accepted the retirement of Police Chief Travis Young, approved his request to purchase a surplus department-issued Glock under state statute, and named Assistant Chief Sean Heishman as interim chief.
Norwalk City, Fairfield, Connecticut
Staff recommended renewing five‑year contracts with the city’s municipal financial adviser (Munozat) and bond counsel (Shipman & Goodwin) to support future bond sales and capital planning; committee discussion emphasized the adviser’s role in capital planning and proposed a joint briefing for council and finance oversight bodies.
Punta Gorda City, Charlotte County, Florida
The committee reviewed a proposed replacement of pickleball court fencing and related repairs after storm damage. Staff said insurance may cover some costs and that a local group is funding vegetation meant to replace acoustic panels; committee members asked why fencing money is requested before reconstruction plans are finalized.
Stow City, Summit County, Ohio
The steering committee reviewed proposed accessory‑use rules regulating chicken coops and similar small livestock, including setbacks, permit requirements and grandfathering for existing coops.
Swain County Schools, School Districts, North Carolina
District athletic staff reported fall-season operations: Huddle streaming subscription costs rose unexpectedly, the district is hosting two cross‑country regionals, banner sponsorships and online merchandise sales are growing, and booster and concession efforts are increasing revenues.
FARGO 1, School Districts, North Dakota
District officials reported enrollment close to projections overall but noted kindergarten is about 80 students below RSP projections; elementary is down 36, middle schools are near projections and high school is down three students with grade 11 at 807.
CANYON ISD, School Districts, Texas
Trustees approved the 2025–26 student code of conduct, including required legal statements and locally made decisions incorporated into the document.
New York City, New York County, New York
The commission approved creation of a new window opening at 198 Green Avenue in the Clinton Hill Historic District after confirming the new opening’s proportions and material match the row.
Commerce, Science, and Transportation: Senate Committee, Standing Committees - House & Senate, Congressional Hearings Compilation, Legislative, Federal
Lawmakers asked OSTP Director Michael Kratios how the AI Action Plan will address data center permitting, energy capacity, groundwater protections near the Great Lakes, and fiber buildout; Kratios said agencies will pursue permitting reform, consult EPA on water protections, and that Commerce and NTIA are engaged on connectivity.
Commerce, Science, and Transportation: Senate Committee, Standing Committees - House & Senate, Congressional Hearings Compilation, Legislative, Federal
Senators pressed OSTP Director Michael Kratios on how the administration will ensure federal agencies do not procure large language models that produce hate speech or ideologically driven outputs, and asked when the administration’s guidance on ‘truth‑seeking and accurate’ models will be released and enforced.
Punta Gorda City, Charlotte County, Florida
Staff described a maintenance dredging and debris-removal project for the boat-club channel and basin, showing a $330,000 total estimate with roughly $30,000 from the sales-tax fund if a roughly $300,000 grant is secured; committee sought clarity on how the form lists grant versus sales-tax amounts.
Swain County Schools, School Districts, North Carolina
The Swain County Board of Education unanimously approved an amendment to purchase 2.5 acres on Black Hills for $350,000, authorizing staff to complete the offer to the seller, Mr. Drinkwater.
Osceola, School Districts, Florida
Multiple parents, teachers and special‑education advocates told the Osceola County School Board that recent consolidation of ESE services into hub models has led to staffing shortages, missed services, safety incidents and teacher injuries; Superintendent said district will not reverse course but pledged follow‑up.
FARGO 1, School Districts, North Dakota
The Fargo Board of Education voted 8-0 to contract ICON Architectural Group to design a new elementary school at the Horace Mann site after interviews with three finalists; one board member abstained citing a conflict under state law and board policy.
Lee, School Districts, Florida
Board members and policy counsel reviewed a package of policy edits at the Sept. 9 workshop, focusing discussion on gift acceptance thresholds, remote participation rules for board members, wireless device exceptions and the composition of the site‑selection committee.
CANYON ISD, School Districts, Texas
Board voted unanimously to approve an expedited waiver allowing staff development minutes to count toward operational minutes and approved one student‑specific waiver to permit remote homebound instruction where in‑person bedside service would endanger the student's health.
Centre County, Pennsylvania
The Board of Commissioners adopted Resolution No. 10 of 2025 authorizing submission of a 2025 Community Development Block Grant application and approved two required CDBG master file documents: the financial management plan and the procurement policy.
Swain County Schools, School Districts, North Carolina
District leaders told the school board that Swain Middle School and East Elementary earned D ratings on state accountability measures and presented NCSTAR improvement plans, interventions, coaching and grant-supported supports to raise proficiency.
Commerce, Science, and Transportation: Senate Committee, Standing Committees - House & Senate, Congressional Hearings Compilation, Legislative, Federal
At a Sept. 17 subcommittee hearing, White House Office of Science and Technology Policy Director Michael Kratios detailed the administration’s AI Action Plan — released July 23 — and outlined agency steps on innovation, infrastructure and international partnerships while saying more legislative support from Congress will be needed.
CANYON ISD, School Districts, Texas
District finance staff told trustees the district held about $55 million in cash and investments as of July reconciliation, that year‑to‑date interest income was roughly $2.6 million, and that a substantial August budget amendment remedied prior negative function balances.
St John Town, Lake County, Indiana
During the Sept. 10 meeting the Town Council approved purchase requests totaling $25,716.32, an accounts‑payable voucher batch of $1,315,369.46, accepted a $121,000 letter of credit for a Preserve S.J. LLC development, and approved a use variance allowing a gas station with a drive-through.
Punta Gorda City, Charlotte County, Florida
The committee discussed an ADA transition plan implementation request and a separate proposal to install accessible pedestrian signals at signalized intersections; staff said full funding is not in place and some intersections are county-owned or FDOT-owned.
Barrington, School Districts, Rhode Island
Public commenters urged removal of a teacher after a social media post that appeared to condone political violence; Acting Superintendent told the committee an outside investigator will be hired and the district has placed the staff member on leave while the probe proceeds.
Westville Town, LaPorte County, Indiana
The Westville Town Council approved use of Main Street for Market on Main on Sunday, June 7, 2026; the motion passed unanimously (5-0).
CANYON ISD, School Districts, Texas
Trustees voted unanimously to accept recommendations for School Health Advisory Council (SHAC), a concussion oversight team, campus attendance committees and a newly formed school library advisory council (seven parent appointees), while retaining the option to add nonvoting community members later.
CANYON ISD, School Districts, Texas
District staff reported safety‑week training for students and staff, ongoing recruitment of campus liaison officers with a target to complete hires by semester end, weekly door checks and a three‑year cycle safety audit scheduled this year.
Norwalk City, Fairfield, Connecticut
The tax assessor and collections staff reported a broad set of revenue enforcement actions: 655 nonresponsive income/expense filings prompted about $2.445 million in 10% penalty assessments, municipal vehicle audits are underway, and a zoning/blight tax sale has collected more than $200,000 so far.
Punta Gorda City, Charlotte County, Florida
The Punta Gorda 1% sales tax advisory committee reviewed a proposed Downtown Flooding Phase 2 study and a preliminary $2.25 million project estimate, but said the engineering study — expected to take about 18 months — must come first before construction costs can be fixed.
New York City, New York County, New York
The commission approved rear‑yard work at 426 and 428 Claremont Avenue in Fort Greene, asking applicants to adjust finishes so additions blend with surrounding rear facades.
St John Town, Lake County, Indiana
At a Sept. 10 public hearing, residents and experts challenged the Town of St. John's ordinance to annex noncontiguous land at 12863 State Line Road for municipal water infrastructure and future development, citing notice, legal, water-supply, traffic, drainage and school-capacity concerns.
Williamsburg City, James City County, Virginia
Economic development presented a reorganized workflow using the city's existing SMApply platform to process special-event permits and will add a $50 short-term permit fee; staff set a target live date of Jan. 1, 2026.
Stow City, Summit County, Ohio
Stow City planners proposed halving several residential street-side setbacks, consolidating two industrial districts into one, and adding flexibility for building height in exchange for additional setbacks, prompting discussion from committee members.
Santaquin City Council, Santaquin South , Juab County, Utah
The Development Review Committee voted to forward the Apple Grove condominium proposal to the Planning Commission after requiring the applicant to address fire-line and parking corrections, supply amenity and photometric details, and resolve utility and phasing clarifications.
Fraser, Macomb County, Michigan
Council members agreed to leave the vacant council seat open until the upcoming election after hearing interest from three local residents and noting the short time before the election.
Williamsburg City, James City County, Virginia
Williamsburg City Council on Sept. 11 approved a set of votes authorizing a Dominion Energy easement at 5700 Mooretown Road, adopting subdivision and zoning ordinance changes mandated by the Code of Virginia, approving Smart Scale-funded traffic-signal design task orders, renewing an EMS billing contract, expanding EMS fee authority, adding a $50 short-term special-event permit fee and making three appointments.
Council Rock SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
District staff recommended renewing a contract with Brett DeNovi & Associates to provide short-term, on-call behavioral intervention and consultation at $55 per hour; the district spent about $51,046 on the service in the prior year and staff described the agreement as a flexible, immediate-response option for classrooms.
Norwalk City, Fairfield, Connecticut
Oak Hills Park Authority reported $2.7 million in revenue for the year and $706,000 in net income. Committee members pressed the authority to produce a 2–3 year capital needs analysis to prioritize deferred maintenance despite a near‑term cash surplus.
Greeley City, Weld County, Colorado
At a Sept. 12 virtual hearing, the Greeley Liquor Licensing Authority postponed show‑cause proceedings for multiple licensees to Oct. 10 at 1 p.m., while noting stipulations in several matters and directing follow‑up contact between licensees and the city attorney's office.
Fargo , Cass County, North Dakota
Satya Hamidi, a junior at Davies High School and the Fargo Youth Initiative representative, presented a student-led recycling project to provide classroom recycling bins, run education campaigns and pilot a team‑center data collection to reduce contamination and raise participation.
New York City, New York County, New York
The commission approved enlarging openings and installing a rear deck at 212 Adelphi Street in the Fort Greene Historic District, finding the change fits within patterns of similar rear‑yard alterations on the block.
Osceola, School Districts, Florida
The board approved a negotiated agreement with teachers and education support professionals. Union leaders reported high approval among members and board members described non‑salary concessions gained during bargaining.
Fountain City, El Paso County, Colorado
On a 7-0 vote the council approved first reading of Ordinance 18-14 to amend zoning code to permit factory-built nonresidential structures in planned industrial districts, subject to architectural performance standards and a 10-year age limit for units.
BEDFORD CO PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
A roundup of formal board actions from the Sept. 11 meeting, including redistricting procedural votes, policy approvals, an HVAC RFP authorization, approval of the family life curriculum, closed‑session discipline actions and approval of the consent agenda.
Santaquin City Council, Santaquin South , Juab County, Utah
The commission unanimously approved a plat amendment combining two corner parcels owned by Craig Ellsworth into a single lot (just over one acre) so the owner can build an accessory structure; the commission cited municipal code provisions allowing partial rezoning across a lot boundary.
Lee, School Districts, Florida
HR leaders described progress toward an open‑range compensation system and a multi‑year implementation plan covering pay grades, job families, resume collection and tools to show total compensation to employees.
School City of East Chicago, School Boards, Indiana
Trustees moved several policy updates to second reading, including changes to eligibility age, board term length and assessment references, and opted to retain the existing board compensation rate.
Trophy Club, Denton County, Texas
On Sept. 11, 2025, the Trophy Club Zoning Board of Adjustment approved a variance allowing Mike and Tanya Goh to build an attached, street-facing garage at 213 Inverness Drive to improve accessibility for aging parents. The board voted 4-1 after hearing staff recommendation, neighborhood opposition and support from nearby residents.
BEDFORD CO PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
Superintendent and academic staff presented preliminary SOL (Standards of Learning) results showing the division improved in statewide rank and recorded subject-level gains; the superintendent also urged staff, parents and the community to follow proper chain‑of‑command protocols.
Fraser, Macomb County, Michigan
A subcommittee recommended AEW for Stephens Park design work at $54,100 for a community-engagement-driven plan, but council split 3–3 and the proposal failed; council members debated timing, grant-readiness and maintenance obligations.
Westville Town, LaPorte County, Indiana
Town staff said soil borings for a new water tower will begin, treatment-plant upgrades have increased testing frequency, and the sewage plant addition to accept Westville Correctional’s flows is close to completion; staff expects these projects to stabilize rates and has hired part‑time utility labor.
CANYON ISD, School Districts, Texas
Trustees discussed revisions to EFB (library materials policy), debated whether challenges should remove titles systemwide or restrict access by grade level, and agreed to postpone final approval to allow further wording changes and board review.
Oak Harbor, Island County, Washington
The Oak Harbor Arts Commission approved a candidate project worksheet to accept public art proposals online, asked staff to publish the form, and set procedures for reviewing and tracking submissions, while deferring a final decision on website navigation and creating two temporary subcommittees.
Fargo , Cass County, North Dakota
James Hand, director of facilities for Fargo Public Schools, summarized a 2023 facilities condition assessment covering nearly 3,000,000 sq ft across 27 buildings, noting roughly $2.8 million in annual electricity costs and $860,000 in gas costs and describing recommended energy, ventilation and life‑cycle measures now in implementation.
Osceola, School Districts, Florida
The Osceola County School Board on Sept. 9 adopted a total millage rate of 5.306 mills and a $2,021,532,997 budget for fiscal year 2025–26 after a final public hearing and roll-call votes.
Santaquin City Council, Santaquin South , Juab County, Utah
On Sept. 9, 2025 the Santaquin City Planning Commission unanimously forwarded a positive recommendation to the city council on a required general plan amendment adding a water‑use and conservation element, amending draft language to clarify turf terminology and rate language.
Lee, School Districts, Florida
Staff reviewed July change‑order activity and a 10‑year capital plan that projects nearly 19,000 additional students by 2034–35, widespread portable use today and concentrated East Zone capacity shortfalls.
Westville Town, LaPorte County, Indiana
At a Westville Town Council meeting, resident Susan Friedrich urged officials to limit repeated fiber and cable installations that she said are buried in private yards and causing damage; town attorney and staff described easement limits and permit enforcement but no ordinance change was adopted.
Council Rock SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
District staff recommended a $13,500 consultant contract to design two sensory rooms at Richgrove and Sol Feinstone elementary schools for students in autistic-support and life-skills programs.
New York City, New York County, New York
The commission approved a raised, accessible boardwalk, ramp and stairs at the Alice Austen House in Staten Island, while asking staff and the applicant to refine handrail details after objections from preservation groups.
Fountain City, El Paso County, Colorado
The Fountain City Council unanimously adopted Resolution 25-039 to form a seven-member steering committee to plan local participation in Colorado’s 150th anniversary and the United States’ 250th anniversary; council amended membership slots to include two school representatives and one active-duty military seat.
Clayton County State Court 304, Texas Courts, Judicial, Texas
Jason Lynn Smiley entered nolo pleas to criminal trespass and possession of a glass pipe; obstruction charge dismissed. The judge imposed 12 months with 34 days to serve (credit for time served), suspended the balance provided Smiley not return to the incident address, and suspended a $200 fine for the paraphernalia offense.
BEDFORD CO PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
Board voted to move forward with a redistricting proposal aimed at relieving capacity pressure at Forest Elementary and New London Academy; plan would shift students between Forest, Thomas Jefferson, New London, Otter River and Boonsboro elementary schools and leaves a public hearing and final decision for October.
Longmont, Boulder County, Colorado
City staff presented the proposed 2026 budget including 12 new FTE (across water, electric, streets and IT), $37.4 million of street fund revenues, continued microtransit funding and Longmont Downtown Development Authority plans including initial work on 600 Main Street and parking projects.
El Segundo Unified, School Districts, California
Board heard a presentation of the district's unaudited actuals for fiscal 2024–25 showing a modest positive swing, approved the report and several routine items including a calendar change and committee appointments, and heard fundraising and student-activity updates.
Council Rock SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The district presented a recommended enterprise partnership with Magic School to provide a single, district-sanctioned AI platform for teachers and, optionally, students, emphasizing data protections, administrative dashboards and teacher-led rollout; the three-year contract cost was included in the approved budget.
Casper, Natrona, Wyoming
Councilors voted to appoint two current council members to fill vacancies on the Board of Appeals concerning dangerous-building abatements; the board will convene as needed and councilors said the workload is infrequent
Longmont, Boulder County, Colorado
Longmont staff told council that about 340 customers elected an opt-out from advanced meter infrastructure (AMI), roughly 46,000 meters serve the city, and fewer than 10 customers remained undecided; staff outlined limited options for analog meters and proposed off-site relocation at customer expense.
East Tennessee State University, Public Universities, School Districts, Tennessee
Trustees received updates that ETSU migrated to Oracle (Voyager) July 1, with a task force formed to address ongoing issues; the finance committee presented unaudited 2025 year‑end results and the audit committee approved the FY26 internal audit plan and employee profile, which were added to the consent agenda and adopted by the full board.
Keystone Central SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Board members honored Keystone Central students who competed at the SkillsUSA national conference and won scholarships at the state level; students and advisors described projects, community service and scholarship outcomes.
Fraser, Macomb County, Michigan
Council approved an $8,441.50 estimate to install eight security cameras and network video recorder at the senior center; an ongoing license cost of about $185 per year was noted.
Wichita County, Texas
Officials reported near completion of Wichita County courthouse renovations, rollout of a new electronic access and ID credentialing system, and ongoing planning for the Burke annex. Commissioners received the updates but took no formal action.
SHENANDOAH CO PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
Speakers and board members renewed calls for a new school and repairs after recurring mold at an attached gym; the superintendent said the division has ordered a four‑classroom trailer expected in October and available for winter break move‑in after infrastructure work.
Millersville, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania
A longtime Millersville resident told council that heavy runoff pools at the bottom of North Duke Street after rain, flooding yards and creating potential hydroplaning hazards; the resident urged the borough to consider an additional storm drain in that location.
Lee, School Districts, Florida
The board heard a first reading of the 2025–26 student progression plan and secondary course catalog updates, including formalizing state changes for retained third‑grade mid‑year promotion, a new HOPE waiver path, Bright Futures volunteer‑hour increases and updated GED prep guidance.
School City of East Chicago, School Boards, Indiana
Trustees approved a VoiceMaster software subscription agreement to support district communications after a roll‑call vote; the item passed with multiple trustees voting yes.
Casper, Natrona, Wyoming
City staff requested and council approved applying for a State Land Investment Board mineral royalty (MATRIX) grant to replace four prioritized water-main sections with frequent breaks; staff cited 29 breaks across the four sections and named specific streets included in the FY26 priority program
New York City, New York County, New York
The Landmarks Preservation Commission approved alterations at 355 Knollwood Avenue in the Douglaston Historic District — including a new balcony, cedar siding, composite decking and clay roof tiles — but asked the applicant to work with staff on tile finish and profile and other details.
Lee, School Districts, Florida
District safety staff reported new active‑shooter, de‑escalation and reunification exercises for bus drivers and attendants and said drivers responded positively. Board members asked about schedule change impacts and next steps for continuing training partnerships with law enforcement.
Town of Clayton, Hendricks County, Indiana
Council approved a transfer totaling $186.52 to cover office supplies and a final palm treatment invoice paid through September.
Clayton County State Court 304, Texas Courts, Judicial, Texas
Michael Jovan Washington entered a no-contest plea to criminal trespass for entering a Citgo Food Mart where he had been previously banned; the judge accepted the plea and sentenced him to 12 months with 21 days to serve, credit for time served, suspended on condition he not return to the store.
East Tennessee State University, Public Universities, School Districts, Tennessee
Quillen College of Medicine presented enrollment and outcome data to ETSU trustees, citing a U.S. News 2025 tier‑1 ranking for primary care, heavy service to health‑professional shortage areas and plans to increase class size to 100 starting in 2026.
SHENANDOAH CO PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
Public commenters told the Shenandoah County School Board that the leader of a religious education program at Southern Campus is married to a convicted child sex offender and asked the board to vet providers and find an alternative organization to run the program.
Council Rock SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Bob Kaufman, the engagement manager from CliftonLarsonAllen LLP, reported no material misstatements in the Council Rock School District's 2023–24 financial statements and said new Governmental Accounting Standards Board guidance could affect future reporting.
Keystone Central SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Principal Brett Umbenhauer and students presented Liberty Curtin Elementary as the board’s School of the Month and invited board members to a ribbon‑cutting and community open house on Sept. 22 to celebrate a newly opened school facility.
Longmont, Boulder County, Colorado
The Longmont City Council voted down a proposed ordinance (Title 10.24.130) that would have restricted sitting or lying in designated commercial right-of-way areas, after lengthy discussion about enforcement, nonprofit capacity and a new outreach plan from public safety and HOPE.
KENMORE-TONAWANDA UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
The Kenmore Town of Tonawanda UFSD Board of Education unanimously approved the 2025–26 District Comprehensive Improvement Plan, school comprehensive education plans, a long‑range financial plan and reserve fund allocations at its Sept. 9 meeting.
Fraser, Macomb County, Michigan
Council approved purchasing 33 Glock 9mm duty pistols with MOS red-dot optics, light rails, holsters and ammunition; staff said vendor offered a buyback of current weapons that reduces net cost.
SHENANDOAH CO PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
The board approved the personnel list and a fiscal‑year 2026 capital budget increase of $1,229,874.83 to reappropriate year‑end CIP funds, and it certified a closed session held under Virginia FOIA exemptions.
Casper, Natrona, Wyoming
City interim manager and staff presented bids on two city-owned parcels; the Mesa 4.3-acre site drew a housing nonprofit proposal and was moved forward to a final vote, while two Stoneridge bids prompted staff to seek clarifications before council action.
Town of Sellersburg, Clark County, Indiana
Meeting staff announced a fundraiser on Sept. 13 for first responders and veterans, reinforced staff involvement in the event, previewed an Oct. 4 Brass Rabbit event, discussed food-truck scheduling, and said the splash pad has been winterized.
Millersville, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania
A resident asked whether Millersville has been sprayed for mosquitoes and whether West Nile virus has been detected; borough staff said Lancaster County Mosquito Control conducts testing, has not found West Nile in Millersville, and that spraying is reactive if detections occur.
UNITED ISD, School Districts, Texas
Board members asked finance staff for a detailed breakdown of convocation expenses after seeing vendor charges; accounting staff said year‑end adjusting budget amendments (including TRS on-behalf, workers' comp and accrued wages) will be presented and are required by accounting standards.
Wichita County, Texas
During public comment a resident urged Wichita County to invest in a proposed Department of Public Safety (DPS) weigh station on U.S. 287 between Amarillo and Decatur, arguing that a better facility would increase enforcement and public safety and produce revenue for county services.
PITTSFORD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
A parent and Pittsford resident addressed the board during public comment to raise concerns about how cuts were handled for the middle-school modified baseball program, recommended reconsidering eighth-grade preference over seventh graders and urged the district to create A/B teams for a large cohort of players.
SHENANDOAH CO PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
Director of instruction Monica Heingartner told the Shenandoah County School Board that Virginia's new school performance framework replaces the old accreditation model with a mastery/growth/readiness composite and the state is proposing higher cut scores on Standards of Learning exams that could sharply reduce current pass rates.
Casper, Natrona, Wyoming
Casper city and partner staff on Sept. 9 updated the City Council on the North Platte River restoration project, a decades-long effort that project leaders said protects drinking water infrastructure, reduces erosion and supports recreation and tourism in and around Casper.
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Lawmakers pressed Chief Tom Schultz about an August incident in which Customs and Border Protection questioned and detained contract firefighting crewmembers during active operations near the Bear Gulch Fire; the Forest Service said it had no prior authorization role and pledged to follow up.
Miami Lakes, Miami-Dade County, Florida
The Miami Lakes Cultural Affairs Committee on Sept. 9 approved contracts for three Music Around Town performances, accepted a revised vendor quote for a holiday book-reading program and set dates for a slate of 2026 events while discussing Hispanic Heritage logistics and a public-art proposal.
Burke County, Georgia
Burke County commissioners debated a sheriff’s office budget shortfall, reviewed a list of contested expenditures, and approved allowing the sheriff to hire conflict counsel at the county attorney rate to pursue legal action challenging the 2026 budget.
KENMORE-TONAWANDA UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
Students and staff described last spring’s TEDx Youth event at Kenmore Junior/Senior High, where students presented short talks; district leaders said TEDx videos are now published and a March 4 event is planned with an expanded slate of student speakers.
Stow City, Summit County, Ohio
Council adopted several ordinances and resolutions and tabled others; this roundup lists each item that received a final action or committee motion during the Sept. 11 meeting.
TOMBALL ISD, School Districts, Texas
Trustees on Sept. 9 adopted a tax‑rate resolution for 2025. Board members and finance staff said the adopted rate supports the budget approved in June and that the adopted language follows statutory requirements; trustees also discussed how the state homestead exemption proposal could change individual bills.
School City of East Chicago, School Boards, Indiana
The board set a special meeting for Sept. 16 to authorize the administration to enter into teacher contract negotiations for the 2025–26 school year.
Montgomery County, Maryland
Staff presented a multi-year plan to reduce crashes, extend dedicated bus lanes, add housing near transit and limit lot coverage in rezoned areas; council scheduled two public hearings.
UNITED ISD, School Districts, Texas
A member of the public alleged favoritism after learning of three police officers who received overtime payments; trustees were told internal audit plans include a review of police overtime for 2025–26.
Town of Clayton, Hendricks County, Indiana
A property owner requested removal of a tree in a town alley; council members said the tree appears healthy, two bids exist, and members will inspect the site before deciding.
Clayton County State Court 304, Texas Courts, Judicial, Texas
Lance Brown pleaded guilty to a DUI and multiple battery-family-violence counts. The judge ordered concurrent 12-month sentences with 26 days to serve (credit for time served), probation, a family violence intervention program, fines, random testing, community service, and a three-month waiver of supervision fees to aid compliance.
Stow City, Summit County, Ohio
Council voted to postpone consideration of the 2026 Capital Improvement Plan (resolution 2025-147) from third reading to Oct. 9 to allow council and administration more time to refine project priorities and funding.
Keystone Central SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The board voted to strengthen concussion‑management policy language and directed administration to pursue arrangements with qualified neurologic specialists to support removal‑and‑return‑to‑play procedures for student‑athletes.
Fraser, Macomb County, Michigan
Council approved purchase of a Stryker power-load cot package with extended warranty for a new ambulance, accepted a trade-in for the old stretcher and authorized a $5,780.01 budget amendment to cover the remaining cost.
East Tennessee State University, Public Universities, School Districts, Tennessee
East Tennessee State University reported its largest incoming first-year class in school history and higher overall enrollment, while trustees were told on-campus housing is at capacity and the university will present plans for a new residence hall in November.
PITTSFORD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
The superintendent reported large increases in K-5 breakfast and lunch participation on the first two school days compared with last year and described early transportation delays caused by retirements, leaves and construction.
Burke County, Georgia
Burke County commissioners approved an intergovernmental agreement allowing the county Board of Elections to conduct the City of Keeseville’s November election and discussed early‑voting arrangements and likely costs.
Stow City, Summit County, Ohio
Council accepted the tax‑incentive review council’s recommendations to continue 13 active Community Reinvestment Area agreements and moved multiple related agreements and grants (Suncrest Gardens CRA and income tax grant; HRE Enterprise relocation grant) to the council agenda for approval.
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Members pressed the Forest Service to clarify respiratory protection policy after reporting on toxic smoke exposure; Chief Tom Schultz said N95 masks are available on fires and the agency will work with the committee on further study and briefings.
Millersville, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania
Millersville Borough Council approved a request from Millersville University to close a section of East Frederick Street between Creek Street and the angled parking area for the university’s Oct. 4 homecoming block party.
Stow City, Summit County, Ohio
Council adopted changes to personnel policy and an emergency ordinance (2025-148) to fund a school-resource-officer pilot and authorized a contract (2025-149) with the Stow‑Falls City School District to place a dedicated officer in schools under a fiscally smaller model than a full-time dedicated officer at every school.
Town of Newburgh, Warrick County, Indiana
Commissioners reported that the town council approved a five-year broadband contract that will create a fiber ring to town hall and the wastewater plant, upgrade public Wi‑Fi and the amphitheater, and that the council also approved new municipal software to consolidate operations.
Montgomery County, Maryland
Amin, a former federal CFO and White House staffer, outlined plans for performance measurement, racial-equity budgeting and interagency collaboration during a council nomination interview.
KENMORE-TONAWANDA UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
The Kenmore UFSD board unanimously approved a memorandum of agreement with the KTSEA on Sept. 9 to reassign security aides as the district implements a new security‑officer model, which district leadership said will place retired law‑enforcement officers in building security roles and preserve employment where possible.
Town of Newburgh, Warrick County, Indiana
Council accepted a sanitary sewer extension near Ohio Township Fire Station for town maintenance after engineering and sewer staff confirmed testing and requirements were met; the project included about 220 linear feet of 8-inch main and approximately 820 linear feet of laterals with an estimated project cost of $75,000.
Keystone Central SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Board members argued over whether the personnel agenda should publicly list individual salaries; after debate about transparency and Right‑to‑Know requests, the board voted to maintain the existing personnel‑report format.
Clayton County State Court 304, Texas Courts, Judicial, Texas
DeMarcio Purcell pleaded guilty to simple battery; judge accepted plea, ordered 24-week family violence intervention program, 24-day jail sentence with credit for time served and conditions barring violent or harassing contact but allowed contact at victim's request.
TOMBALL ISD, School Districts, Texas
Trustees unanimously authorized superintendent to negotiate and close on two parcels totaling about 110 acres near Telge Road for approximately $13.63 million using 2025 bond funds; staff reported environmental feasibility checks and said land is intended for future district facilities.
Urbandale, Polk County, Iowa
Urbandale completed bank-stabilization at Sunflower Park and Walnut Creek using bendway weirs and stone toe protection; two additional projects (Gulfview Park and North Walnut) were let for bid and expected to be winter work to address vertical banks and tree risk.
Millersville, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania
Millersville’s Public Works Committee recommended that citations issued for properties with native pollinator gardens be rescinded while staff drafts ordinance language to allow pollinator plantings with safety and visibility conditions.
Town of Clayton, Hendricks County, Indiana
The council agreed to allow Rhonda Beck to run the town’s military banner program next year, provided each banner subject has a connection to Clayton.
Keystone Central SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The Keystone Central School District board voted to keep in‑house real‑estate tax collection while contracting Berkheimer to collect local services tax (LST) and business privilege tax (BPT); the move preserves an in‑district tax office employee and sets obligations for transition and audits.
School City of East Chicago, School Boards, Indiana
District staff reported completion of Central High restrooms, board approved renovations to Central's pool, and the administration said capital project and bus replacement notices will be posted for public review later this month.
Town of Newburgh, Warrick County, Indiana
A developer previewed a proposal for a six-unit building with ground-level parking in the historic district; commissioners expressed concerns about modern design, potential mural obstruction, parking access and egress, and asked for front elevations and a site plan before any formal approval.
Stow City, Summit County, Ohio
Council approved a professional-services contract renewal with Dr. Samantha Pfeiffer for substance-abuse counseling and education for Stow Youth Services and later approved participation in a new multi-party opioid settlement; councilors said settlement funds will help sustain programs like the counselor contract.
Fraser, Macomb County, Michigan
Council approved a $9,800 contract with a local painter, citing his experience with the structure; city attorney said a competitive-bidding waiver is not required if council is satisfied with sole-source justification.
Millersville, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania
Millersville’s Public Works Committee voted to refer 109 Circle Drive to the Lancaster County Vacant Property Reinvestment Program and the committee's recommendation will go to full council.
PITTSFORD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
The board received a curriculum presentation describing adoption of a new K-5 math curriculum (an Amplify program with mCLASS digital supports), teacher training, a summer rollout to classrooms, and plans for data-driven multi-tiered supports and benchmarks.
Urbandale, Polk County, Iowa
A 10-foot shared-use trail under the Hickman viaduct is nearly complete, with temporary safety rail in place while the permanent rail undergoes powder coating; staff expect final installation within weeks and will notify the public of any short closures.
Millersville, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania
Borough staff warned of a likely shortfall in the solid waste operating fund tied to a multiyear Penn Waste contract, outlined higher stormwater maintenance needs and proposed an unreserved fund balance policy targeting roughly six months of operating reserves.
Town of Newburgh, Warrick County, Indiana
The council approved pay application No. 11 releasing retainage for Dike Brothers for the 2024 CCMJ project after engineering and sewer staff reviewed the work as acceptable; the retainage amount was $60,846.21.
Stow City, Summit County, Ohio
Ordinance 2025-176 authorized the mayor to contract with Enbridge Gas Ohio for a gas-line extension to install heaters at the Foxton driving range; officials said the measure will help winter operations and generates revenue for the course.
Norwalk City, Fairfield, Connecticut
Directors said part‑time library staff have not had raises since about 2012 and pushed the mayor's office and finance staff to approve increases; a city finance official reportedly signaled support but indicated any action may require a special appropriation rather than a rollover.
UNITED ISD, School Districts, Texas
District assessment staff told the board United ISD is an A-rated district for 2025, with 17 A-rated campuses, 28 B's and 2 C's across 47 campuses; staff highlighted six consecutive A ratings and a postsecondary distinction unique among large Texas districts.
Town of Clayton, Hendricks County, Indiana
Council members approved a motion to alter the Motor Vehicle Highway budget by reducing 2025 by $17,000 so the 2026 MVH budget will be funded; council discussed sources and flexibility for the reduction.
Stow City, Summit County, Ohio
Staff and engineering consultant DLZ briefed council on Echo Road stormwater projects; Echo Road relief sewer can proceed but ties to Mineral Falls storm sewer require interjurisdictional authorization and possible easements from property owners.
KENMORE-TONAWANDA UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
At the Sept. 9 Kenmore Town of Tonawanda UFSD board meeting, a parent said removal of health clinic aides before replacement float nurses are hired has put students with medical needs at risk; the superintendent outlined a temporary-and-planned staffing model calling for two certified nurses per clinic and floating coverage across complexes.
School City of East Chicago, School Boards, Indiana
The board approved the personnel report after amending it to remove several extra‑duty stipend items so staff can clarify where homebound services are provided and mentor/mentee assignments.
Town of Newburgh, Warrick County, Indiana
The Historic Preservation Commission approved a Certificate of Appropriateness for a 22-by-24-foot, open-sided carport to be built in the rear yard of a designated property after hearing structural details and confirming setback and height compliance.
Urbandale, Polk County, Iowa
The city completed a complete-streets project on Aurora Avenue and 70th Street that added on-street bike lanes, center left-turn lanes at key intersections and a mill-and-overlay; councilmembers and staff reported early use by cyclists but some residents raised concerns about parking and turning at the Aurora/70th intersection.
Town of Newburgh, Warrick County, Indiana
Council approved a five-year agreement with Astound to install dedicated fiber and upgrade Wi‑Fi at municipal buildings, parks and wastewater facilities; the town manager said the change will add redundancy and promised a $128.08 annual cost difference over current service.
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Members of the House subcommittee challenged Chief Tom Schultz over agency staffing losses, a hiring freeze, pay caps that limit wildfire deployments and the administration's FY2026 budget proposals, and sought data on vacancy levels and implementation of recent pay fixes.
Stow City, Summit County, Ohio
Council heard a Raftelis water-rate study recommendation tied to water-line replacements, meter replacement and a required second water tower; members voted to table the ordinance (2025-182) to allow public review and additional study.
Belton City, Cass County, Missouri
The council approved a contract with Utility Service Group to replace water meters with an advanced metering infrastructure system to provide near‑real‑time usage data, leak detection and remote shutoffs; maintenance and staffing impacts were discussed and a budget amendment will follow.
Town of Clayton, Hendricks County, Indiana
The council changed wording in a resolution so maintenance-fund disbursements may be paid to whomever performs maintenance duties, with the town manager able to make adjustments during the year.
Clayton County State Court 304, Texas Courts, Judicial, Texas
Germaine Bernard Foster acknowledged alcohol use in violation of probation; Judge Hayward revoked 13 days, credited time served, ordered a clinical evaluation proof at first report, weekly community-support meetings, regular testing and continued special conditions.
Stow City, Summit County, Ohio
Council adopted Ordinance 2025-142 to require bypass lanes at drive-through facilities following a public campaign by the Kellerman family; proponents framed the move as a public-safety measure and model for other municipalities.
TOMBALL ISD, School Districts, Texas
At the Sept. 9 Tomball ISD trustees meeting, Chief Operating Officer Dr. Gutierrez and Director of Transportation Sandy Dillman told trustees the district has addressed most early problems with the new StopFinder bus-tracking system and described steps taken to reduce false notifications, increase driver training and improve parent support.
Millersville, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania
Lancaster Public Library presenters described circulation, outreach and programs serving Millersville residents and noted reliance on municipal and fundraising sources as ARPA-funded outreach nears its 2026 end.
School City of East Chicago, School Boards, Indiana
The School City of East Chicago Board of Trustees approved an administrator salary schedule for the 2024–25 year after discussion about state audit requirements, placement criteria for existing staff and a failed motion to table the item for further review.
Belton City, Cass County, Missouri
City councilors approved three amendments to the Old Town Belton redevelopment plan but rejected one after weeks of debate about work performed before approval, the definition of an "emergency" and potential appearance-of-impropriety tied to a council member's family.
Montgomery County, Maryland
County officials and emergency-management partners highlighted preparedness actions, an OEMHS public fair on Sept. 13, and volunteer opportunities including CERT, Red Cross and the Salvation Army.
Panama City, Bay County, Florida
The Panama City Planning Board voted 3-0 to deny a proposed rezoning from Residential 1 to Mixed Use 3 for a vacant lot at 1018 Oak Avenue after board members noted the street’s predominantly single-family character and a neighbor voiced concerns about commercial conversion.
Wellington Town, Larimer County, Colorado
Staff previewed community events including a Talk Like a Pirate Day movie night sponsored by Comcast, upcoming movie nights, winter sports registration, a grass volleyball tournament and a proposed pickleball tournament; staff requested volunteers for event staffing and discussed possible timing conflicts with other community events.
PITTSFORD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
The Pittsford Central School District Board approved several items on the consent agenda, including a resolution authorizing capital construction change orders under $35,000, a declaration of surplus vehicles and a resolution allowing the Regional Information Center to proceed with Ed Law 2-d application contracts.
Urbandale, Polk County, Iowa
City staff said the Douglas urbanization project completed curb, gutter and complete-street sections and that 80 Second Street reconstruction finished this spring after utility conflicts delayed work last year; project cost about $5.5 million.
UNITED ISD, School Districts, Texas
Athletic director Bobby Cruz outlined UIL limits on adding sports, rising costs for new programs, logistical challenges (fields, lights, coaches) and recommended studying phased facility upgrades and funding options including bonds and maintenance tax notes.
Decatur SD 61, School Boards, Illinois
Board announced the superintendent search public survey (open Sept. 8–16) and a district job fair scheduled for Sept. 19 ahead of a home football game.
Fraser, Macomb County, Michigan
The Fraser City Council authorized the public works department to buy three Ford F-250 pickup trucks and to sell four older vehicles; council members confirmed the purchase fits the adopted capital budget.
Morgantown, Monongalia County, West Virginia
The Planning Commission voted to table a zoning map amendment for 401 Van Gilder after neighbors and commissioners questioned parking, lot size and whether R‑3 zoning was appropriate for the small, two‑lot site. Staff will consult the applicant and return the item to a future agenda.
Scranton, Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania
Shakira Martindale of the Scranton Redevelopment Authority told city council members the authority is pursuing a conservatorship for 25 New York Avenue, awaiting bank consent, and plans multiple ARPA-funded programs including an Elm Street designation and an aging-in-place housing rehab program for North Scranton.
Panama City, Bay County, Florida
The Panama City Planning Board approved a small-scale future land use amendment and rezoning from R-1 to Mixed Use 3 at 1026 Mulberry Avenue to allow construction of a duplex; the owner said the proposal matches nearby development patterns.
PITTSFORD CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
Two student board members from Sutherland and Mendon high schools told the Pittsford Central School District Board that students are adapting to a new personal-device policy but raised practical concerns about district-issued devices, headphones and access to grades via Infinite Campus.
Wellington Town, Larimer County, Colorado
Parks staff told the advisory board that a slide at Wellington Community Park will be replaced after an insurance claim; engineered wood fiber deliveries are planned for Sunrise and Park Meadows; underpass safety mirrors were installed and staff are coordinating drainage and potential sump pump work with Public Works.
UNITED ISD, School Districts, Texas
District staff told trustees United ISD has a 95.66% attendance rate, an enrollment of 39,828 and a shortfall of 687 students from projections; the district set a 1% chronic-absenteeism reduction goal and described multiple campus and community initiatives.
Town of Clayton, Hendricks County, Indiana
The Clayton Town Council approved a contract with Banting Engineering to prepare a CCMG grant application and coordinate related engineering work; council discussed using Motor Vehicle Highway funds and targeted streets for future mill-and-overlay work.
Norwalk City, Fairfield, Connecticut
Directors approved changes to privacy and circulation procedures to record only the last four digits of identification for remote transactions, clarified homebound delivery procedures and accepted revised donation handling; they also raised the replacement/return fee for museum passes to $25 amid staff concerns about damage and drop‑box returns.
Panama City, Bay County, Florida
The Panama City Planning Board unanimously approved a variance reducing the rear setback from 20 feet to 10 feet 4 inches at 1600 DeWitt Street so the homeowners can build a covered outdoor addition.
Wellington Town, Larimer County, Colorado
Staff briefed the advisory board on the internal budget schedule for 2026, including a work session with the Board of Trustees next week and target adoption in November–December. Staff reported the T‑Mobile Hometown grant was not awarded but confirmed a Safe Routes grant approved purchases for four bike-fix stations.
Town of Newburgh, Warrick County, Indiana
The Town of Newburgh voted to buy a shared permitting, utility and code-enforcement system expected to go live in about eight weeks; costs will be split between the town and the utility and will include ongoing maintenance fees.
Neenah, Winnebago County, Wisconsin
Mayor and staff announced selection of a consultant for the city’s first strategic plan and said an RFP for a Neenah‑Menasha Fire Rescue organizational review will be issued; a council workshop was proposed for Sept. 24.
Panama City, Bay County, Florida
The Panama City Planning Board approved a variance allowing a newly built house at 743 Redwood Avenue to remain partially within the current setback line, despite staff recommending denial and the applicant attributing the issue to a surveying error.
Comm Cons SD 59, School Boards, Illinois
The district's chief school business official told the board Cook County delay in extension data has forced an adjusted levy calendar; staff proposed folding the public hearing and budget adoption to the same meeting and said the levy will be estimated using CPI (2.9%) with new-construction and extension unknowns to be updated later.
Lacey, Thurston County, Washington
At the Sept. 9 work session the council moved and seconded to approve the published agenda; the chair recorded the motion as carried unanimously. The meeting later was adjourned without objection.
Natural Resources: House Committee, Standing Committees - House & Senate, Congressional Hearings Compilation, Legislative, Federal
Lawmakers and U.S. Forest Service Chief Tom Schultz sparred at a House hearing over the Trump administration's push to rescind the 2001 roadless rule, increase timber production and speed environmental reviews as a way to reduce wildfire risk and revive rural mills.
Decatur SD 61, School Boards, Illinois
The board approved an HVAC automation upgrade for Stephen Decatur Middle School and boiler piping upgrades at the district’s Social Emotional Learning Academy during the Sept. 9 meeting; both motions passed unanimously among attendees.
Lacey, Thurston County, Washington
Finance and city staff presented potential revenue options including utility tax increases (water, sewer, stormwater, cable, solid waste) and business & occupation taxes for manufacturing and wholesale. Staff also reported internal budget savings of about $960,000 from line‑by‑line reviews and described utility assistance programs.
Clayton County State Court 304, Texas Courts, Judicial, Texas
Brian Patrick Alger pleaded guilty to criminal trespass and giving false information; a judge sentenced him to 12 months with 180 days to serve, credit for time served, and a suspended $200 fine, and ordered no contact with the victim and no return to the incident address.
Urbandale, Polk County, Iowa
Staff reported completion of the Merle Hay storm-sewer phases with 1,575 feet of box culvert installed and nearly $6 million spent; early pavement settlement on the private Ring Road surfaced as a concern requiring investigation and repairs.
Charlottesville, Albemarle County, Virginia
Council members and staff discussed whether compensating Police Civilian Oversight Board members could improve recruitment and solve chronic quorum problems. City staff agreed to explore a phased approach and legal pathways under Virginia law and return recommendations to council.
Neenah, Winnebago County, Wisconsin
The council approved an I‑2 rezoning for four Tyler Street parcels, amended tourist housing regulations, and authorized two Class A fermented malt beverage special‑use permits; all public hearings had no speakers and votes were unanimous as recommended by the Plan Commission.
Iowa City, Johnson County, Iowa
City parks staff reported on project completions and staffing changes and described a persistent low-water issue at Terry Trueblood that prevents paddle-board and canoe rentals.
Iowa City, Johnson County, Iowa
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Little Rock City, Pulaski County, Arkansas
Regional leaders at a Little Rock Regional Chamber event said the metro now has a record 380,000 jobs, highlighted roughly 15,000 jobs created during current leadership, and described Port of Little Rock expansions — including certification of a 900-plus-acre mega site — as catalysts for further growth.
Wellington Town, Larimer County, Colorado
Board members reviewed proposed bylaw edits at the Sept. 10 meeting, discussing officer duties, meeting-attendance expectations, whether trustees should serve as liaisons or voting members, and how bylaws should align with a 2022 ordinance addressing appointments and term lengths.
Comm Cons SD 59, School Boards, Illinois
District 59 representatives described draft articles of agreement from NSSEO proposing layered governance that adds an operational (superintendent) board alongside the existing governing board; member districts were asked to review materials and provide feedback by Oct. 15 before ratification steps.
Lacey, Thurston County, Washington
Planning staff told council the comprehensive plan update — a roughly two‑year process — is nearing completion, citing about 60,000 community contacts, 37 proposed goal/policy updates and a slate of zoning consolidations and rezones under review.
Decatur SD 61, School Boards, Illinois
The Decatur Public Schools Board of Education approved a separation agreement with James Dillard and multiple personnel actions during its Sept. 9 meeting; votes were recorded 6–0 with one absence for each action.
Lacey, Thurston County, Washington
Library staff told council the branch’s refresh has been moved to September 2026, with a one-week closure planned this fall to complete HVAC and other facility work. The library will pilot shared Makerspace passes and has adjusted public Wi-Fi hours.
Beach Park, Lake County, Illinois
Simon Benton Public Library director invited residents to September digital-inclusion classes that provide a laptop after completion and to the library’s monthly community hub that connects residents with county resources.
DuPage County, Illinois
The DuPage County board approved an additional appropriation of $92,704 to the Veterans Assistance Commission fund for 2025 to cover PACE transit program costs and indirect‑cost reimbursements, county staff said. Staff reported the Veterans Assistance Commission’s 2025 budget is $728,921.
Iowa City, Johnson County, Iowa
Iowa City Assistant City Manager Kirk Lame told the Parks and Recreation Commission that the City Council voted Aug. 5 to place a 1% local option sales tax (LOST) on the Nov. 4 ballot to provide a new revenue source for the city and to diversify funding beyond property taxes.
Apopka, Orange County, Florida
Community development staff said the state's review deemed the submitted comprehensive plan rewrite "null and void" under Senate Bill 180 and flagged 12 policies and three additional items that must be removed or modified before resubmission.
Urbandale, Polk County, Iowa
Urbandale engineers told council members that the multi-year Roseland Drive storm-sewer project has been slowed by record rainfall and the underground subcontractor going out of business; 13 residences currently lack driveway access while the city plans to reopen the road for winter.
Lacey, Thurston County, Washington
A Hawks Prairie resident told the City Council work session the roundabout at Marvin Road, Willamette and Britton Parkway has seen a sharp rise in crashes since conversion from signals, citing a March study and local accident counts.
Norwalk City, Fairfield, Connecticut
Board heard updates on laptop vending machines, auditorium microphone and seating upgrades, a library van order, ADA door‑handle follow‑ups and building repairs; staff said many upgrades are funded and scheduled but some items require city purchasing support and coordination.
Neenah, Winnebago County, Wisconsin
Council approved committee recommendations for multiple contracts and expenditures: Wolf Concrete pour for police shed ($37,400), Pfeiffer Brothers for northeast wing wall repairs (up to $70,000), JT Rams reroof ($91,549), and extension of audit engagement with Baker Tilly ($100,500). All motions passed without recorded opposition.
Macedonia, Summit County, Ohio
At the Sept. 11 session council discussed ordinance 53 (TIF) for Divinity Landing and clarified the development is a 55-and-over residential facility; staff urged residents with questions to contact the administration for details.
Iowa City, Johnson County, Iowa
Clayton Airport has offered to move and accept the airport’s decommissioned jet; staff said they will coordinate with local veterans groups to identify a replacement veterans memorial location before approving relocation.
Charlottesville, Albemarle County, Virginia
City staff presented detailed edits to the Police Civilian Oversight Board ordinance aimed at creating a formal Office of Police Civilian Oversight, giving its director clearer authority to act on behalf of the board, and streamlining procedures for information access, audits, investigations and training.
Narberth, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania
A board member reported badly damaged netting on the Windsor Avenue ballfield and said a full replacement could cost about $7,000; the board asked staff to obtain a vendor estimate for inclusion in budget or repair planning.
Beach Park, Lake County, Illinois
The village board approved a raffle/license request from Our Lady of Humility (OLH) for a chili cookoff fundraiser scheduled for Oct. 18 and granted the commonly requested annual license.
Kalamazoo City, Kalamazoo County, Michigan
The Utility Policy Committee (UPC) met Sept. 11 and took a series of formal actions on procedural items and utility matters. Key votes and outcomes are summarized below.
Neenah, Winnebago County, Wisconsin
Council approved an amendment to the city code regulating moving buildings to require the city provide a standardized hold‑harmless agreement for applicants; the amendment was drafted in coordination with the city attorney and passed in committee and council.
Wright County, Minnesota
At its Sept. 9 meeting the Wright County Board approved $5,625 in July–August donations to Health and Human Services, welcomed new supervisor Hope Spooner and heard performance data showing improvements on child safety and permanency measures.
Narberth, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania
The Parks and Recreation Board reported outreach to park user groups to explore partnering on fundraising for parts of the borough’s Master Park Plan; the board will continue outreach and advocate to council when prioritization begins.
Galesburg CUSD 205, School Boards, Illinois
Dr. John Asplin of District 205 gave a short walkthrough Sept. 12 of the nearly finished Galesburg Athletic Facility, describing the infield hitting bay, a large wrestling practice area, a weight room to be outfitted in about five to six weeks and Homecoming events scheduled the same evening.
Comm Cons SD 59, School Boards, Illinois
District 59 leaders told the board that driver shortages, market sign-on bonuses and route consolidation have created service pressure; the district will issue new bid specifications this year while exploring hybrid and long-term models to contain rising transportation costs.
Decatur SD 61, School Boards, Illinois
Principal Christy Molineux reported school improvement goals, staffing levels and family engagement events at South Shores and said this is her final year as principal.
Kalamazoo City, Kalamazoo County, Michigan
The Utility Policy Committee voted Sept. 11 to recommend the City Commission adopt a 2026 water rate package that would raise residential rates by 6.5% and implement smaller, class-specific changes while keeping seasonal rates unchanged.
San Luis, Yuma County, Arizona
Council approved an amended resolution to increase the Industrial Development Authority bond authorization from $80 million toward a proposed Regional Center for Border Health hospital to a $100 million cap, and declared an emergency because the TEFRA hearing authorization expires Oct. 2.
Beach Park, Lake County, Illinois
The board adopted Resolution 2025-R-22 to accept a memorandum of understanding recognizing that emergency calls will be served by the Joint Emergency Telephone System Board of Lake County call center.
DuPage County, Illinois
DuPage County board approved acceptance and appropriation of $66,140,333 from the Illinois Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity for workforce development program year '25 and approved several related payments and smaller grants for training, apprenticeship expansion and issuance of payments to providers.
Waterloo, Black Hawk County, Iowa
The commission approved an appeal to the city engineer to permit parking in city-owned right-of-way on West 16th Street to support a new building, subject to grading, drainage and hard‑surface requirements and limitations regarding overhead utilities and sidewalks.
Jacksonville, Cherokee County, Texas
At the Sept. 9 meeting, resident Peggy Alexander told the council that persistent potholes and standing water on the 800 block of Howard Street remain unresolved and asked the city to inspect and address the issue.
Apopka, Orange County, Florida
Staff reported the applicant for 1920 Schiller Avenue revised a requested future land-use amendment from residential low suburban to residential low so the future land use and requested zoning are comparable; staff said the change will not alter the proposed 115 single-family unit site plan.
Iowa City, Johnson County, Iowa
The airport’s Young Eagles event and pancake breakfast drew large crowds; staff raised safety concerns about public access to active ramp areas and said volunteer support has declined. City Climate Fest, featuring solar tours and art, will be hosted at the airport.
Jacksonville, Cherokee County, Texas
Jacksonville repealed part of a 2021 resolution and reopened a section of Nacogdoches Street (from 79 to El Paso) to on-street parking while keeping the segment between US 69 and Natchez closed to parking for safety and driveway access reasons.
Neenah, Winnebago County, Wisconsin
CDA reported plans to pursue acquisitions at South Commercial Street, Mill View Drive and the former Donaldson site, and to issue requests for proposals for redevelopment of city-owned parcels, with remediation and developer interest noted.
Jacksonville, Cherokee County, Texas
The council nominated Robert Haverley as the city�'s candidate for the Cherokee Central Appraisal District board and instructed staff on the nomination timeline ahead of the Oct. 15 deadline.
Narberth, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania
The Parks and Recreation Board agreed to revisit planning for a 2026 food truck festival at its November meeting, discussed vendor timelines, safety staffing and the option of pairing the festival with a fall movie night to increase attendance.
Norwalk City, Fairfield, Connecticut
Board members said the city paid $800,000 to the Superior Court in an eminent‑domain action for an adjacent parking lot and voiced concern the city could use remaining library expansion funds to cover a larger award; board asked staff to get clarification before moving forward with design or RFP work.
Jacksonville, Cherokee County, Texas
The council approved an ordinance permitting alcohol possession or consumption in city parks when written permission is provided by the city manager; the ordinance explicitly excludes Lake Jacksonville from the city�'s park definition.
Wellington Town, Larimer County, Colorado
Contractor-produced park-map drafts drew praise and detailed critique from the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board. Staff and board members discussed icon placement, which amenities to show, kiosks and QR-enabled digital maps, and potential wayfinding coordination with neighboring municipalities.
Comm Cons SD 59, School Boards, Illinois
District 59 administrators reviewed this summer's Summer LEAP, enrichment courses and Extended School Year (ESY) programming, reporting dates, enrollment, staffing and use of third-party tutoring; presenters said about 400 priority students attended Summer LEAP and described mixed counts for ESY enrollment on slides versus later remarks.
Jacksonville, Cherokee County, Texas
Following executive session, the Jacksonville council authorized the city manager to negotiate a lease for roughly 45 acres adjacent to the landfill with Republic Services and to negotiate a license agreement with Mason Turner for use of an existing roadway on city property off County Road 3108.
Roswell Independent Schools, School Districts, New Mexico
Trustees approved a School Improvement and Transformation (SIT) grant for University High School to fund project‑based learning, credit‑recovery capstones, professional development, substitutes for PD days and community‑school activities; principal described parent and community engagement plans.
San Luis, Yuma County, Arizona
The council agreed to continue discussion of a settlement and proposed consent decree in the Gethsemane lawsuit after outside and city attorneys requested more time to finalize documents; staff proposed an open continuation or a special meeting when documents are ready.
Macedonia, Summit County, Ohio
By waiving a 48‑hour rule, council added three items to the agenda and adopted ordinances establishing a senior snow‑removal program, a refuse-subsidy for eligible seniors and a fall gutter‑cleaning program; staff provided eligibility and sign-up guidance.
Jacksonville, Cherokee County, Texas
The council approved a request to convert a permitted carport at 2534 Bird Road into habitable living quarters and granted a variance to allow a habitable structure over water at 929 County Road 3131, both after unanimous recommendations from the Lake Advisory Board.
Farmington Public School District, School Districts, New York
The board reviewed a first reading of a resolution attesting that the district did not provide compensation increases intended to inflate pensions under the Batista settlement; staff said the resolution affects about 106 non‑union employees and the item will return for action.
Iowa City, Johnson County, Iowa
Staff said recent concrete panels in a newly poured area have cracked and will be replaced under warranty. The commission also discussed pending FAA ‘go’ letter for a pavement payment and that second‑phase solar work was deferred in favor of hangar construction.
South Burlington City, Chittenden County, Vermont
Trustees received a year-end financial review noting higher-than-budget spending on books, overspend in travel/training, and reduced nonresident card revenue tied to a HomeCard change.
Apopka, Orange County, Florida
City staff said the Market on Fifth — a weekly farmers market organized by Propagate Social House and CoPacking USA — will run Fridays from September through July with street closure, vendor tents, food trucks and no public alcohol sales outside restaurants.
Decatur SD 61, School Boards, Illinois
Superintendent staff presented a Sept. 2025 enrollment update showing a modest net loss of students compared with last year, registration completion improved to 90%, and no school buildings currently exceed board caps on class size.
Hamilton County, Ohio
Fry Fastening proposed a 50,000‑square‑foot addition to its Forest Park facility, a roughly $5.5 million investment it says would retain 34 jobs and create eight more; company and Forest Park officials urged a 75% tax abatement over eight years to secure the project amid competitive offers from Kentucky.
Wellington Town, Larimer County, Colorado
Parks staff told the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board that mailings for a statistically valid master-plan survey went out weeks ago and that the consultant team has begun early conceptual work for a possible community center; public engagement tools will remain available online while staff compiles results for next steps.
Jacksonville, Cherokee County, Texas
The Jacksonville City Council on Sept. 9 adopted the city�'s fiscal 2025�26 budget and approved a tax rate of $0.63763 per $100 valuation, measures the city manager said will fund public-safety hires, infrastructure projects and equipment replacements.
Wright County, Minnesota
The Wright County Board approved findings and an order directing repairs to County Ditch 19 under Minnesota statute and authorized staff to take bids; bids are due Sept. 10 and the board expects to consider the lowest responsible bidder Sept. 23.
San Luis, Yuma County, Arizona
Council adopted a resolution increasing collection fees on delinquent water/wastewater accounts and approved an agreement with Brown's Collection Services to manage utility and fire-medical account collections, citing a current 290 accounts in collections totaling about $35,000.
Waterloo, Black Hawk County, Iowa
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved a site plan amendment submitted by Pella Building Systems on behalf of BKKS Holdings to construct a storage facility in an M2P planned industrial district east of 155 Warp Drive, subject to standard city-code conditions including parking, landscaping and drainage.
Beach Park, Lake County, Illinois
The Village of Beach Park approved payments and contracts for street and storm projects, including an emergency storm-drain repair invoice ($15,645.97), a Motor Fuel Tax street maintenance payment ($855,112.20), and engineering agreements with Baxter & Woodman for resurfacing and 2026 MFT design.
Roswell Independent Schools, School Districts, New Mexico
George Finley told trustees his late wife, payroll specialist Christina Gutierrez Finley, accrued 97 days of sick leave and he asked the board to reconsider district policy that limits payout; he framed the request as fairness and compassion for long‑serving employees.
DuPage County, Illinois
DuPage County board members signaled consensus on purchasing replacement public‑safety radios and moving to fund the purchase with a contingency transfer.
Sun City West, Maricopa County, Arizona
The committee affirmed its advisory role, asked members to review nine golf policies by Dec. 1, and agreed to schedule course tours (Grandview, Echo Mesa, Stardust) near the end of overseeding work to review irrigation, practice areas and facilities.
California Public Employees Retirement System, Agencies under Office of the Governor, Executive, California
The California Public Employees' Retirement System's (CalPERS) Risk and Audit Committee interviewed four finalist firms as part of a competitive selection process for a five-year independent financial statement audit contract that CalPERS expects will exceed $1,000,000.
Lakeland City, Polk County, Florida
Staff asked the commission to keep on the consent agenda a $65,000 change order to an existing purchase order with Lakeland Auto Mall for fleet body repairs to cover higher crash damage and rising parts and labor costs; staff said the existing purchase order was originally $220,000 and has previously been revised to $270,000.
California Public Employees Retirement System, Agencies under Office of the Governor, Executive, California
At a meeting of the CalPERS Risk and Audit Committee, members voted to recommend that the full board award the independent-auditor contract to BDO, subject to final negotiations and satisfaction of all requirements, and directed staff to begin contract talks with BDO immediately; if staff concludes negotiations are unsuccessful, staff was directed to open negotiations with the next-highest scoring finalist, Plante Moran.
Sun City West, Maricopa County, Arizona
The golf division reported delivery of 30 new carts and eight utility vehicles this month, capital-equipment replacements bid out with vendor names given, and several course repair projects planned or underway including slurry sealing and shoreline/hardscape repairs.
Neenah, Winnebago County, Wisconsin
City staff presented bids for a remodel of Fire Station 31 and related training facilities. The low remodel bid was $5.9 million versus an estimated $9.3 million to build new; council directed follow-up review by Board of Public Works and joint fire committees with Menasha.
Macedonia, Summit County, Ohio
Council awarded a contract for a storm‑sewer replacement at 371 E. Aurora Road (Aldi frontage) to Grama Line Inc. and authorized hiring a consultant as owner’s representative for the state‑route Highland Road intersection project, following Ohio Department of Transportation process changes.
Narberth, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania
At its Sept. 9 meeting the Parks and Recreation Board voted unanimously to request $4,000 for two family movie nights in 2026 and to include funding for four hours of public‑works overtime and additional porta‑potties for the events.
Sun City West, Maricopa County, Arizona
CFO Cliff Swan told the committee the golf division missed revenue targets by about $500,000 due to lower rounds but achieved expense savings that left the division about $127,000 above budget for the year.
GADSDEN INDEPENDENT SCHOOLS, School Districts, New Mexico
At a special meeting Sept. 11, 2025, the school board voted to approve a lease-purchase arrangement and a certificate purchase agreement after brief procedural motions; no substantive discussion or financial terms were recorded in the transcript.
Apopka, Orange County, Florida
Developers of the proposed 400-unit Gail Vista multifamily complex told the Development Review Committee they cannot finish construction plans until the city confirms water and sewer capacity and the project's eligibility under the Live Local Act.
Sun City West, Maricopa County, Arizona
Environmental services reported completion of irrigation work and desert landscaping at Aqua Mesa project, removal of 18 acres of turf with an estimated 50–55 acre-feet annual water savings, and scheduled overseeding closures for four courses in late September with reopening in October.
Lake Forest Park, King County, Washington
City staff presented an amendment to a professional‑services agreement to add preliminary side‑sewer design to the Beach Drive lift‑station 30% design. The amendment would add about $30,000 to the Konsor contract (raising it to roughly $255,000); the council asked for a clearer budget, a map and plan and did not act on the item tonight.
Farmington Public School District, School Districts, New York
The Farmington Public Schools board unanimously approved a resolution urging Michigan lawmakers to pass the fiscal‑year 2025–26 school aid budget without tying it to other budget items; trustees cited planning and cash‑flow risks from the delay.
Wright County, Minnesota
A petition to create the Crawford Lake Improvement District exceeded the county threshold; the Wright County Board set a public hearing for Oct. 7 to consider whether to form the district.
Iowa City, Johnson County, Iowa
The Iowa City Airport Commission approved a ground lease with McGrath Holdings LLC covering a parcel near Highway 1 used for a business sign; the commission held a public hearing and adopted a resolution approving the lease.
San Luis, Yuma County, Arizona
The council approved an intergovernmental agreement with the City of Yuma allowing San Luis Police Department officers to use Yuma’s public safety training facility for five years, city staff said.
Sun City West, Maricopa County, Arizona
Golf operations reported 131 employees (10 full time), steady tournament participation and initiatives to manage pace of play, while staff shortages affected some seasonal labor during peak months.
Roswell Independent Schools, School Districts, New Mexico
Trustees approved two student travel requests: Roswell High School band to Corpus Christi in March 2026 and the Charlie's Angels dance team to Orlando in February 2026; presenters described fundraising plans and qualification process.
Kalamazoo City, Kalamazoo County, Michigan
The City of Kalamazoo Zoning Board of Appeals on Sept. 11, 2025 approved two variances allowing Flowers Automotive Recyclers to operate an automotive recycling and disassembly facility on roughly 1.2 acres along East Crosstown Parkway, subject to conditions.
Waukegan CUSD 60, School Boards, Illinois
Trustee Lindsey and others urged community members to sign up for the Yeoman Creek program at powermarket.io; staff said the expected commercial operation date is Oct. 31 with substantial completion on Dec. 12 and that application availability is limited by site eligibility rules.
South Burlington City, Chittenden County, Vermont
A library staff member described interlibrary-loan procedures and asked trustees for more photos for the monthly newsletter; trustees and staff discussed moving some processes online and increasing publicity for ILL services.
Del Norte County, California
Del Norte County accepted final results for two 2021 Community Development Block Grant public-service grants: CASA's children's advocacy work served 169 children and the Del Norte Senior Center provided 4,716 participants with 93,637 meals during the grant period.
Waterloo, Black Hawk County, Iowa
Waterfall Plaza LLC owner Dan Alton asked the commission to clarify requirements for a proposed Cedar Street vacation to add parking, saying he did not understand what evidence would be required and asking staff for clearer instructions before the item returns to the agenda.
Chelsea City, Suffolk County, Massachusetts
The National Civic League named Chelsea a 2025 All-America City, recognizing community-driven projects including a community microgrid, a neighborhood cooling and tree program, a new park, and an air-quality sensor network.
Lakeland City, Polk County, Florida
Staff presented routine CPI fee adjustments for cemetery services and parks, recreation and cultural arts facilities, including new family and companion cremation niches and increases such as a 20‑visit pass rising from $40 to $60; effective date stated as Jan. 1.
California Public Employees Retirement System, Agencies under Office of the Governor, Executive, California
CalPERS staff summarized 2026 open enrollment rules, plan changes, value-based insurance design credits, resources and a pharmacy benefits manager change to CVS Caremark that may affect formularies and mail-order options.
Plainfield SD 202, School Boards, Illinois
District staff updated the board that Plainfield 202 subscribes to the IASB PRESS service and reported community concern that Title IX interpretation changes could threaten federal funding; staff said PRESS provides recommended language but district use is discretionary.
San Luis, Yuma County, Arizona
The council approved orders allowing the municipal court to accept two Access to Justice grants: one to upgrade court internet from 5 MB to 30 MB and another to replace a video conferencing unit at the Yuma County Detention Center shared with Somerton court.
Macedonia, Summit County, Ohio
Council and staff reported they have shortlisted contractors and expect to break ground on the Service Center Complex in 2025; council plans to keep borrowing short-term and carry forward principal payments in the multi-year debt schedule.
San Benito County, California
Staff presented a draft regional wastewater municipal service review that examines Hollister's out‑of‑area connections, governance alternatives and inactive county service areas; commissioners agreed to continue the item to allow further stakeholder review and agency feedback.
Beach Park, Lake County, Illinois
Residents and a law-enforcement supervisor told the Village of Beach Park board that traffic volume and speeding linked to the Waukegan sports complex and seasonal events create safety hazards on Beach Road; speakers asked the board to pursue rerouting, parking permits, speed-calming and more enforcement.
Lake Forest Park, King County, Washington
After public comment and extended council discussion about rising costs and funding sources, the Lake Forest Park City Council voted unanimously to authorize the mayor to sign a public‑works contract with Johansen Construction for the SR‑104 and Fortieth Place NE roundabout, with construction expected to begin April 2026 and take about 18 months.
Iowa City, Johnson County, Iowa
Friends of Historic Preservation urged listing the 1953 terminal on the National Register of Historic Places; airport commissioners agreed to scope immediate HVAC and envelope work and seek funding options while continuing discussion about replacement versus rehabilitation.
San Benito County, California
LAFCO staff presented a draft policy to clarify required MSR content and add San Benito‑specific topics (agriculture, governance, land‑use consistency); staff intends to return the policy for adoption at the commission's October meeting.
Lakeland City, Polk County, Florida
The Community Redevelopment Agency presented a purchase agreement for a vacant lot at 834 North Tennessee Ave. for $130,000 (with a $5,000 deposit and 120-day due diligence) and recommended expansion of landscaping services to all 66 Midtown CRA properties at a not-to-exceed $103,540 for the next fiscal year.
Del Norte County, California
Gallagher presented a countywide compensation study and Del Norte County Human Resources reported a 25% overall vacancy rate (34% in the largest represented unit). Supervisors voted to receive and file the Gallagher report; staff outlined next steps to build a master salary schedule and to comply with AB 2561 public reporting requirements.
Shreveport City, Caddo Parish, Louisiana
At its meeting the Shreveport City Council voted unanimously on multiple resolutions and ordinances including approval of several budget amendments, a gas‑station site servitude, water/sewer acceptance, a clean water loan application, appointments, and two zoning rezonings to I‑1 light industrial.
Roswell Independent Schools, School Districts, New Mexico
The Roswell Independent School District heard a demonstration of Transfinder routing, mapping and parent-info tools from Pollard Bus Company and discussed GPS tracking, badge scanning and subscription costs; trustees asked about privacy, police integration and implementation timeline.
Kalamazoo City, Kalamazoo County, Michigan
The City of Kalamazoo Zoning Board of Appeals voted 6-0 to grant a dimensional variance allowing less than the zoning code's 50% requirement for natural exterior materials on multiple buildings in a planned permanent supportive recovery-housing development at 1900 Belford Street, citing financing and contamination cleanup constraints.
San Luis, Yuma County, Arizona
City council approved continuing temporary staffing through Hire Quest, ratified purchase order 20260000603 and a waiver of the formal procurement process after staff said last year’s clinic campaign spending likely would push the program over its authorized amount.
Shreveport City, Caddo Parish, Louisiana
Design team and city staff presented three conceptual design alternatives to beautify the Monkhouse Drive corridor between Hollywood Avenue and I‑20; council members praised the concepts and asked for traffic studies, topographic surveys and low‑maintenance plantings ahead of the design phase.
Del Norte County, California
Del Norte County supervisors approved an implementation plan from the Opioid Settlement Work Group to spend prescription-opioid settlement money on prevention, treatment, recovery supports and related infrastructure, and they transferred the settlement funds into the Behavioral Health budget.
Farmington Public School District, School Districts, New York
Cheerleaders and students described safety and equity concerns after busing was cut; the board approved buying three buses and trustees discussed missed grant opportunities for electric buses.
Shreveport City, Caddo Parish, Louisiana
The Shreveport City Council voted unanimously to adopt an ordinance creating a new chapter in the city code regulating vapor product retailers and shops, including a 25% sales threshold for stricter rules, age‑21 restrictions on premises, and delayed effective dates for the permitting process to allow police to prepare enforcement procedures.
Wright County, Minnesota
On Sept. 9 the Wright County Board of Commissioners awarded a $2.84 million contract for the Casa 35–Casa 8 roundabout to New Look Contracting, approved a countywide signal modernization project and authorized a $78,527.04 final payment to New Look. The roundabout vote was 4–1 after a commissioner questioned the need.
Waukegan CUSD 60, School Boards, Illinois
Operational services committee members reviewed roughly $68,000 in facility fee waivers and asked administration to confirm eligibility categories and whether organizations that collect revenue should receive waivers.
Central Union High, School Districts, California
The district reported design revisions to the planned aquatic center in response to rising costs. Phase 1 cleanup is complete, bidding of subcontractors is expected in November and a guaranteed maximum price (GMP) will be presented to trustees before construction begins.
Macedonia, Summit County, Ohio
Council and parks staff discussed multiple parks projects in the 2026 capital plan including ballfield netting, completion of field lighting, Longwood Park trail construction, pavilion repairs, Manor House roof planning and incremental savings for a possible field house; some line items are encumbered and grants were noted as revenue offsets.
Lakeland City, Polk County, Florida
Staff recommended a three-year agreement with LifeScan Wellness Centers for mandatory annual firefighter physicals beginning Oct. 1, 2025, at $113,022 in the first year with a 5% increase after Oct. 1, 2027; staff and the fire chief emphasized early detection benefits and insurance premium compliance.
Miami Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida
Commissioners directed staff to pursue weekly water testing, retain an independent consultant to evaluate Pump Station 23, and continue repair and sampling work near Biscayne Beach Elementary as part of the Parkview Canal Operation Clean Water effort.
South Burlington City, Chittenden County, Vermont
Board heard updates that planned Sunday openings are being timed to available hires and clearances from HR, union and city council decisions.
Macedonia, Summit County, Ohio
Council passed Ordinance 40 (2025) requiring dogs to be kept on a leash of 20 feet or shorter; the measure includes language intended to address dogs entering another person’s property and relies on officer discretion for practical enforcement.
Lycoming County, Pennsylvania
The Lycoming County Commissioners adopted a proclamation recognizing the county’s courthouse dog program and honored the service of facility dogs Jedi and Ludo and their handler for supporting victims and vulnerable people in the justice system.
Farmington Public School District, School Districts, New York
Multiple public commenters urged the Farmington Public Schools board to act on low reading and college‑readiness rates for Black students, citing district assessment data and calling for targeted use of existing funds; the superintendent said the district is reviewing state assessment results.
Miami Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida
The commission adopted an amended land-development change to temporarily waive some Conditional Use Permit requirements to encourage tenants to occupy vacant retail spaces for one year; violations can trigger loss of entertainment privileges and later CUP requirement.
New Haven County, Connecticut
Amir and Yvette Glenn, founders of the Wealth Beacon Group Foundation, told the Black and Hispanic Caucus on Sept. 10 that their nonprofit rents units to shelter‑referred families and provides wraparound services including mental‑health referrals and financial‑literacy classes.
Lakeland City, Polk County, Florida
Staff briefed commissioners on an increase to an environmental compliance cost charge, equipment replacements at Larson Power Plant, and replacement of an obsolete ground-fault detection system for a unit — staff recommended contract awards and task authorizations; formal votes not recorded in excerpt.
South Burlington City, Chittenden County, Vermont
Board discussed a draft debt policy that would forgive small, old charges and reduce larger long-standing debts in stages; staff will draft formal policy for approval.
Miami Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida
Commissioners and residents discussed repeat commercial truck parking in travel lanes and asked staff and police to increase moving-violation enforcement, return enforcement data and report back on policy and permit consequences.
Plainfield SD 202, School Boards, Illinois
District staff reported a boundary study underway, with parent group meetings and public input sessions scheduled in late September and October and a recommendation expected to the board by the end of the first semester.
Macedonia, Summit County, Ohio
City council and staff discussed multi-year police capital needs including body cameras, potential migration to the Axon CAD platform, MDTs and 9‑1‑1 funding; council approved a trade-in resolution to buy a marked vehicle for a school resource officer at an estimated $20,000 savings.
Redmond, King County, Washington
Council members signaled support to bring a new‑business item proposing a $250,000 allocation from the Community Stability Fund to human‑services partners that assist immigrants, refugees and asylees; staff said funds could be deployed quickly through existing contracts.
Lakeland City, Polk County, Florida
City staff recommended the commission accept a $550,000 Florida DEP stormwater-quality grant to retrofit a dry retention pond on East Bay Street with biosorption activated media (BAM) to reduce nutrient discharges to Lake Parker; total project cost $715,000 with a $165,000 local match.
Lakeland City, Polk County, Florida
City staff told the Lakeland City Commission that the city has been awarded a $2,200,000 grant from the Florida Department of Environmental Protection’s Innovative Technology Grant program to test a new sediment remediation method at Lake Bonnet.
Waukegan CUSD 60, School Boards, Illinois
Administrators presented several professional development and conference attendance requests across special education, assistive technology and instructional programs. Trustees asked for clearer cost breakdowns and asked staff to correct travel/mileage entries where multiple attendees plan shared transportation.
Miami Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida
Miami Beach commissioners adopted a rule permitting temporary parking lots on parcels vacant before July 1, 2025, and discussed a curb color-coding and delivery-driver education program aimed at reducing double parking and improving enforcement.
Newman City, Coweta County, Georgia
Council approved the Newnan Coweta Chamber's request to provide alcohol at a pickleball tournament and granted Burn Boot Camp's request to close part of Market Square Way for a Sept. 13 block party.
South Burlington City, Chittenden County, Vermont
Board members announced a new library director who will begin overlap with the current director and held preliminary discussion on onboarding and communications.
Central Union High, School Districts, California
A parent urged the board to accelerate a proposed policy change to grant weighted GPA credit for dual‑enrollment courses taken at Imperial Valley College and to make the change retroactive for current seniors applying for scholarships.
Madison County, School Boards, Kentucky
Superintendent Neely outlined homecoming activities and described an on-campus medevac helicopter demonstration; board members thanked first responders after a false alarm at Madison Southern that prompted a rapid, multi-agency response.
Redmond, King County, Washington
The Redmond City Council’s housing subcommittee recommended drafting MFTE rent‑increase limits, requiring tenant‑rights postings in multifamily buildings and updating city FAQs after comparing local protections with recently passed state legislation.
Logansport City, Cass County, Indiana
A resident told the board that a recent city decision requires city properties to pay stormwater fees and urged the parks department to check whether parks will face new charges; staff acknowledged existing stormwater costs for parks and agreed to follow up.
Clark County, Kentucky
The fiscal court returned a proposed zoning change on first-floor residential uses in the B‑2 downtown business district to planning and zoning for clarification and approved first reading of a related ordinance that would let staff approve routine development plans that meet zoning standards while reserving public-board review when discretion or variances are required.
New Haven County, Connecticut
Maurice Williams, a Wake Up Wednesdays presenter, told the Black and Hispanic Caucus on Sept. 10 that the weekly outreach program meets outside the McDonald’s at 250 Welly Avenue from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and connects youth to jobs and social services.
Delaware County, Indiana
The board approved maintenance claims presented at the meeting but declined to pay a $19,000 claim from Arnold for work on Razor Ditch and tabled resolution pending further inspection and review of contract specifications and photographs.
Seaford, Sussex County, Delaware
The City Council adjourned its regular meeting after a motion to adjourn was moved by Councilmember Mike Bradley, seconded by Councilwoman Grasset, and carried by voice vote at 8:57 p.m. Eastern.
Plainfield SD 202, School Boards, Illinois
Multiple Plainfield North High School students told the Board of Education that the district's new eight-period day allowed them to take desired courses (including ASL), keep late arrival, and avoid summer school.
Redmond, King County, Washington
Parks and Recreation released the final report on a citywide teen services engagement process, outlining teen priorities, accessibility gaps and next steps; staff described immediate operational changes and said findings will feed the Old Firehouse (OFH) scenario planning.
Marathon County, Wisconsin
County Administrator Leonard told the Public Safety Committee on Sept. 9 that Marathon County's 2026 budget work is underway and likely will include cuts by not funding several vacant positions to balance payroll and limited new tax levy capacity.
Madison County, School Boards, Kentucky
Madison County Schools voted to approve the August financial reports, renew the 2025–26 Head Start local memorandum of agreement and create two LBD special-education teacher positions.
Athens, Clarke County, Georgia
Members met for a scheduled 2023 oversight committee session but announced no quorum was present and no committee business would be conducted.
Lycoming County, Pennsylvania
Commissioners approved transfer-station price increases and added a material-impact fee effective in October to better reflect the county's costs of handling waste and to align transfer-station charges with landfill pricing.
Athens, Clarke County, Georgia
A concept review for 225 East Broad Street proposed widening a side serving opening and removing shed canopies to create a walk‑up service area for a Zesto's revival; commissioners offered guidance about retaining storefront character and documenting historic materials.
Waukegan CUSD 60, School Boards, Illinois
Trustees raised alarms about the condition of several portable classrooms, some of which date from the 1990s, and asked facilities staff and the capital improvement committee to prioritize an evaluation and plan for repair, replacement or removal.
Clark County, Kentucky
Winchester-Clark County fire department leaders told the fiscal court the department faces high attrition and training costs, proposed a $1-an-hour across-the-board raise (with a possible second $1 in January), and recommended changes to part-time pay, lateral-pay premiums and employment contracts.
Miami Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida
An applicant seeking to reduce previously required permanent soundproofing and instead rely partly on electronic limits for music asked the Planning Board to modify a conditional‑use permit. Neighbors from the condominium above the space raised strong objections about patron noise, non‑music noise and enforcement; the board continued the item to a
Madison County, School Boards, Kentucky
The Madison County Schools Board of Education moved to declare the former Madison Middle School property at 101 Summit Street in Richmond surplus and authorized its sale in separate parcels following an executive session on real estate.
Central Union High, School Districts, California
The Central Secondary Teachers Association president urged the board to authorize a School Early Retirement Program (SERP) study, saying replacing veteran teachers with beginning or mid‑career hires could yield significant recurring salary savings.
Volusia County, Florida
At a Volusia County Charter Review listening session, a public commenter urged the commission to follow Robert’s Rules, raised concerns about repeat committee appointments and staff influence, and commission staff noted a clearinghouse email for public submissions; the meeting recessed and later adjourned by voice vote.
Lewis County, Washington
Lewis County initiated a county road construction project and assigned a county road project number under a cited RCW; the resolution was included in a package approved 2-0.
Lycoming County, Pennsylvania
The county approved a 29.92% increase to the zoning partnership fee charged to 19 municipalities, citing rising fuel and insurance costs and higher staffing expenses.
Seaford, Sussex County, Delaware
Liaison reports Sept. 9 showed year-to-date increases in fire and EMS responses, active training schedules, routine public works tasks and police crime and traffic statistics for the period.
Delaware County, Indiana
The surveyor presented NRCS/USDA headwall design options for a 24-inch tile outlet; two construction cost estimates (about $19,000 and $32,000) were provided and the board voted to table the item pending further quotes and investigation.
Hollywood Park, Bexar County, Texas
Finance staff walked council through special revenue funds—court technology, court security, grants, asset forfeiture/seizure, hotel tax, venue tax, sewer and street funds—explaining permitted uses and projected revenues, and how those funds affect the general fund and reserves.
Logansport City, Cass County, Indiana
Staff previewed a new Squarespace parks website and summarized program plans including a 2026 digital rec guide, pop‑ups, movie nights (pending a grant) and an expanded Halloween business trail.
Volusia County, Florida
At a Volusia County Charter Review listening session in New Smyrna Beach, commission attorney Mike Dyer summarized how charter status changes local authority and said recent state law SB 180 and other preemptions restrict counties’ ability to adopt local land-use rules.
Hollywood Park, Bexar County, Texas
The Hollywood Park Economic Development Corporation approved a proposed budget that includes funding for a new fire command vehicle. Council members debated whether the city should accept an EDC-funded vehicle or repurpose existing vehicles and whether the department truly needs a dedicated command vehicle now.
Miami Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida
At the request of the ordinance sponsor, the Planning Board recommended that the City Commission consider a one‑year waiver of concurrency and mobility fees along select commercial corridors (40 First Street, Lincoln Road, Washington Avenue and 70 First Street) designed to incent new businesses. The board suggested evaluating expansion to other
Clark County, Kentucky
A local organizer asked the Winchester-Clark County Fiscal Court during public comment to consider a contribution to complete a World War II–Korean War memorial on East Broadway, saying project organizers have raised roughly $255,000 but still need about $20,000–$30,000 to finish.
Seaford, Sussex County, Delaware
Seaford honored Seaford Police officers and Delaware State Police troopers Sept. 9 with the Sussex County Fire Chiefs Association law enforcement fire service heroic awards for a May 11 rescue at 111 North Conwell Street.
Central Union High, School Districts, California
Multiple parents and community members urged the Central Union High School District board to review and reconsider the suspension of a student from ASB after a TikTok video, arguing inconsistent enforcement given school accounts and staff appearing in posts with explicit lyrics.
Hollywood Park, Bexar County, Texas
Council and staff agreed to budget hotel-tax revenue and reserves to pay for immediate repairs at the Voigt (Void) Center, including getting the kitchen hood working and funding some advertising, while deferring larger HVAC and sprinkler decisions pending inspections and bids.
Clearwater, Pinellas County, Florida
The City of Clearwater’s Affordable Housing Advisory Committee (AHAC) began its 2025 cycle Sept. 9, reviewing the Local Housing Incentive Strategy required by the State Housing Initiatives Partnership (SHIP) program and identifying barriers and potential incentives including parking rules, accessory dwelling units and senior housing needs.
Seaford, Sussex County, Delaware
Seaford Police presented a 90-day review of traffic pattern changes on Nylon/Nylon Extended: enforcement and extra stop signs coincide with zero crashes in the study window, but speed-monitoring boxes showed higher average speeds in the later sample.
Seaford, Sussex County, Delaware
Council awarded a $110,172.62 bid for two department vans to Preston CDJR; the electric department will record a $3,636.31 capital overrun covered within departmental budgets.
Tippecanoe County, Indiana
Tippecanoe County senior planner Doug Pode presented a draft thoroughfare plan at the Citizens Participation Committee meeting on Sept. 10, outlining new standards that would require multimodal street design, perimeter sidewalks for subdivisions, and developer-provided connections to bus stops.
Athens, Clarke County, Georgia
Architects and applicants seeking to renovate and expand a complex at 357 South Millage Avenue presented a concept for selective demolition, restoration and a roughly equal‑sized rear addition. Commissioners asked for clearer roof plans, documentation of which rear elements are historic, and simplified detailing on proposed half‑timbering.
Seaford, Sussex County, Delaware
The council awarded a $28,535.27 bid for a desktop meter test station to Tesco and authorized a $35.27 budget override to cover the small overage.
Logansport City, Cass County, Indiana
Golf course superintendent reported higher revenue this year, progress on cart‑path paving, driving range seeding and a new storage barn; simulator room and three‑way license processes are underway.
Hollywood City, Broward County, Florida
The City of Hollywood Planning and Historic Preservation Board voted to recommend that the City Commission approve a planned development (PD) at 4220 and 4231 North 50 Eighth Avenue that would allow an eight‑story, 470‑unit multifamily project with a 3,500‑square‑foot place of worship and rehabilitation of the locally designated Bridal House.
Seaford, Sussex County, Delaware
Seaford council unanimously approved GGA Construction’s request to use a fenced portion of the sports complex parking lot from Sept. 2025 to May 2026 to stage materials for renovation of the Seaford House at 400 Market Street Extended.
Miami Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida
Parking staff proposed a one-year one-way valet pilot that would let event attendees drop vehicles at the Bandshell entrance and retrieve them at remote municipal lots, with Parking Lot 106 (library lot) identified as the initial retrieval location; the committee supported forwarding the pilot to the full commission.
2025 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
The Senate Education Confirmation Committee unanimously recommended Greg Sanders to the Ogden-Weber Technical College Board of Trustees. Sanders highlighted the college's high placement rates, role in workforce training and his desire to increase public awareness of vocational pathways.
Newman City, Coweta County, Georgia
Newnan City Council approved a $25,000 increase to the Christmas Commission's budget to cover unexpected equipment and installation costs, including tree lighting removal and reinstallation and decorations for downtown locations.
Roswell, Fulton County, Georgia
Roswell authorized a 15-year intergovernmental agreement with Fulton County to formalize water interconnections and allow Roswell to bill sewer on behalf of the county for a 10% commission; the IGA includes emergency communication protocols and a five-year extension option.
Lycoming County, Pennsylvania
At a final public hearing for the 2025 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program, county staff listed proposed projects and said the formal resolutions to apply for funding and reaffirm fair housing and Section 504 officials will be on next week’s agenda for action.
Delray Beach, Palm Beach County, Florida
The Delray Beach City Commission voted 3-1 on Sept. 9 to join petitions seeking administrative review after Florida Department of Transportation contractors painted over a Pride-themed streetscape overnight, and asked for a stay of enforcement while the matter is litigated.
Central Union High, School Districts, California
The Central Union High School District presented unaudited 2024–25 results showing a roughly $6 million net decrease in fund balance and a projected $13.1 million deficit for 2025–26, prompting trustees and staff to flag structural deficit spending and steps to monitor costs and enrollment.
Santa Fe, Santa Fe County, New Mexico
BPAC voted to adopt an amended meeting agenda and approved the Aug. 14, 2025 minutes with an amendment noting no July meeting of the Public Safety Advisory Committee.
Athens, Clarke County, Georgia
The commission denied an after‑the‑fact COA for replacement windows at a corner property on Bloomfield and Hall streets, citing loss of historic fabric and insufficient documentation that the replacements were appropriate.
Newman City, Coweta County, Georgia
The council adopted the Newnan Center's FY2026 budget and approved a rental rate increase — the first the presenter could recall in eight years — citing increased operating costs and the center's role as a community asset.
Santa Fe, Santa Fe County, New Mexico
BPAC’s technical subcommittee reported the Henry Lynch Road project design will include grade-separated bike lanes, intermittent left-turn lanes and multimodal trail connections; construction funding will be pursued in the next funding cycle after design delivery slipped.
Athens, Clarke County, Georgia
The Historic Preservation Commission found no significant detriment to historic resources and the planning director approved demolition of a 1946–1953 era house at 636 Vine Street after hearing engineer assessments and site inspection.
Miami Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida
City staff reported a 69% survival rate for trees planted near the North Beach boardwalk, described a replanning that lowered average per-tree cost from ~$4,000 to ~$1,600 by using bubbler irrigation via adjacent park irrigation, and said the city will pilot five candidate species and extend watering to two years pending state review.
Seaford, Sussex County, Delaware
Seaford Mayor and Council voted unanimously Sept. 9 to build a new Parks & Recreation office on the sports complex site and demolish the current facility after reviewing four options and committee recommendations.
Santa Fe, Santa Fe County, New Mexico
The Santa Fe Metropolitan Planning Organization told BPAC the St. Michael’s reconstruction project received $400,000 from the federal Carbon Reduction Program for an evaluation of alternatives; staff also reported a quote of roughly $630 per custom downtown bike rack.
Miami Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida
Commissioners asked city housing staff to inspect the Bikini Hospital property and report back on feasibility of saving or renovating the buildings for workforce or affordable housing instead of demolition; a referral to the full commission was requested to explore the option further.
Newman City, Coweta County, Georgia
Council approved retail on-premise pouring licenses for Applebee’s and Curious Kitchen and amended the city’s alcohol ordinance to include MXD zoning as an allowable district for licenses.
Miami Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida
Construction teams reported foundation and vertical work under way and an anticipated 2027 hotel opening; commissioners raised safety concerns about sidewalk closures and asked for improved covered walkways and signage along Seventeenth Street and Convention Center Drive.
Miami Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida
Planning staff recommended and the Planning Board on Sept. 9 voted to transmit an unfavorable recommendation on a proposed ordinance that would exempt convenience stores in a short stretch of Collins Avenue in North Beach from the city’s minimum distance separations for tobacco and vape retailers.
Santa Fe, Santa Fe County, New Mexico
Bike Santa Fe told BPAC it ran 10 bike valets this year with more than 250 bicycles parked, continues Safe Routes to School education and is collecting community infrastructure suggestions for city reporting.
Santa Fe, Santa Fe County, New Mexico
The Bicycle Pedestrian Advisory Committee heard public testimony about recent cyclist fatalities, then voted to invite Santa Fe Police Department representatives, direct research on driver training and penalties, and form an ad hoc committee to prepare a white paper on bicycle and pedestrian safety.
Safety Harbor City, Pinellas County, Florida
The City of Safety Harbor Board of Appeals on Sept. 10 approved a variance allowing a homeowner at 49 Valencia Circle to place an accessory shed 5 feet from the primary structure, reducing the required separation from 10 feet. Staff recommended approval; the board cited site topography and drainage issues.
Roswell, Fulton County, Georgia
The Roswell mayor and council approved a sidewalk cafe for Cafe Laban at 4345 Park Square Court that will place two tables for four patrons in the right of way, subject to annual renewal and staff review of barriers and furniture.
Hillsborough County, Florida
Hillsborough County’s Charter Review Board heard hours of testimony Sept. 9 on whether to change the makeup of the Board of County Commissioners, with current commissioners, a former commissioner and residents debating options that include keeping the current mix of countywide and single-member seats, converting to all single-member districts or expanding the board from seven to nine members.
Delaware County, Indiana
The Delaware County Drainage Board ruled that a neighbor dispute over diffuse surface water at the Johns property is outside its statutory authority and voted to deny the petition/affidavit seeking board action. Public commenters urged other remedies and the board noted a forthcoming pond ordinance that may affect future pond construction.
Newman City, Coweta County, Georgia
MSI Benefits presented the proposed 2026 employee benefits renewals to Newnan City Council, recommending renewal with Cigna for medical with a sub-5% net increase after negotiation, a dental carrier adjustment, and an added buy-up vision option for employees.
Akron, Summit County, Ohio
On Sept. 11, 2025, Akron City Council held a special meeting and public hearing on an ordinance seeking a certificate of appropriateness to demolish the former Firestone Tire and Rubber Company Plant 1 at 1200 Firestone Parkway.
Peabody City, Essex County, Massachusetts
The Peabody City Legal Affairs Subcommittee voted 5-0 to support changes to the city’s licensing code to begin using fingerprint-based background checks for a group of business licenses and to revise related ordinance language first adopted in February 2017.
Miami Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida
Commissioners and staff debated proposals for a community pantry and refrigerator in the new Log Cabin facility in North Beach. Some commissioners supported a regulated pantry; others raised concerns about proximity to transient populations and vandalism. Committee asked administration to hold an in-person community meeting in North Beach before a
Supreme Court , State Agencies, Organizations, Executive, North Dakota
The North Dakota Supreme Court heard arguments over whether the completed sale of disputed real estate to third-party buyers renders moot a district court’s required "great prejudice" analysis in a partition action when no stay was obtained on appeal.
Hollywood Park, Bexar County, Texas
At the budget workshop residents urged the council to adopt a higher tax rate to stabilize finances, called for better online availability of annual financial reports, and praised the new city secretary for her work during staff transitions.
Miami Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida
The Planning Board voted to transmit to the City Commission a favorable recommendation for code amendments to the Fortieth Street religious overlay that would allow dormitories and stand‑alone schools, increase allowable height and lot coverage and require further review by the Design Review Board and Planning Board for multi‑lot projects.
Hollywood Park, Bexar County, Texas
Council directed staff to commission a mold study of the firehouse and prioritized limited repairs including generator work, while deferring full-scale remediation and larger capital projects pending test results and competitive bids.