What happened on Saturday, 13 September 2025
WAXAHACHIE ISD, School Districts, Texas
Waxahachie used a ground-heavy game and a stingy defense to beat the Forney Jackrabbits 35-14, with Jordan Smith scoring the clinching touchdown and Talen Strange surpassing 100 rushing yards.
LaSalle County, Illinois
The LaSalle County Insurance Committee voted to forward a Blue Cross Blue Shield renewal for active employees and individual stop‑loss coverage (attachment $150,000) to the full board after hearing that fixed costs and stop‑loss premiums rose sharply, increasing the county’s expected health plan cost by roughly $2.28 million year over year.
Eatonville School District, School Districts, Washington
Board members reviewed Policy 21 70 (Career and Technical Education), discussed committee structure with Bethel School District skill center and sought data from WorkSource Washington and other partners on local skills gaps and internship opportunities.
Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
Councilmember Chip McCosker convened a Personnel and Hiring Committee meeting where staff warned that unresolved Workday payroll issues could undercut a labor agreement designed to avert layoffs and that short-term technical fixes are underway.
Oviedo, Seminole County, Florida
Speakers at Oviedo’s Water Expo promoted Florida Friendly Landscaping (FFL) principles, resources for HOAs, and Cooperative Extension support, and explained that Florida statute 373.185 protects homeowners’ rights to propose FFL practices while allowing architectural review.
Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
The Rules, Elections and Intergovernmental Relations Committee approved a resolution on the city’s position regarding Senate Bill 34 after committee debate over whether the bill would limit the South Coast Air Quality Management District’s power to regulate port-related pollution.
Little Rock City, Pulaski County, Arkansas
Fire officials presented a 2026 budget that trims some discretionary items, proposes fee increases for residential burn permits, seeks funding to replace aging self‑contained breathing apparatuses (SCBAs) and asked the board to consider adding a fifth battalion to reduce span‑of‑control challenges.
WAXAHACHIE ISD, School Districts, Texas
Watsahatchee scored the final touchdown and held on to beat the Forney Jackrabbits 35-14 in the home opener at Stewart Lumpkins Memorial Stadium.
Danbury School District, School Districts, Connecticut
Educators packed a Board of Education meeting to press for wages, safe working conditions and retention measures as contract talks entered a final negotiating session.
Danville CCSD 118, School Boards, Illinois
The District 118 Board approved a $15,000 annual contract using Title I funds to renew weekly social-emotional programming at Kennedy Bailey Academy delivered by It's In Your Head LLC, including 28 sessions and building-wide and small-group services.
School City of Mishawaka, School Boards, Indiana
John Young Middle School administrators and teachers told the School City of Mishawaka board that an 8‑period schedule, expanded CTE course access for eighth graders, daily band/orchestra instruction and a Leader in Me initiative have increased student engagement and participation three weeks into the school year.
Sandusky Boards & Commissions, Sandusky, Erie County, Ohio
The city commission approved a 22-year causeway agreement with Cedar Fair under which the city will provide $1,250,000 in support that is structured through admissions and parking-tax arrangements rather than an outright gift, staff said.
Ferguson-florissant R-II, School Districts, Missouri
Administrators told the board the district is cleaning student registration data ahead of MOSIS reporting and said current enrollment is about 8,200; the secretary's annual financial report showed a 10.43% ending fund balance ($15.76 million), and staff warned the district needs a larger reserve to avoid recurring short-term borrowing.
Decatur County, Indiana
Board members reviewed a draft interlocal agreement to dissolve the existing Decatur County 9‑1‑1 Board and create a separate executive fiscal committee and an advisory board of public‑safety leaders; they approved adding the IT director to the advisory committee but tabled final reorganization until the interlocal agreement is finalized.
Sandusky Boards & Commissions, Sandusky, Erie County, Ohio
The commission awarded a $19.3 million contract for The Landing, backed mainly by the Cleveland Road TIF. Committee members heard a construction timeline and an update that the Cleveland Road roundabout is out to bid.
Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
The Rules, Elections and Intergovernmental Relations Committee approved the Charter Reform Commission’s outreach and engagement plan, with five votes in favor, after commission representatives described a multi-pronged outreach effort intended to reach all 15 council districts and underrepresented communities.
Struthers City Council, Struthers, Mahoning County, Ohio
City staff reported that the Wetmore Bridge repair is finished, a splash pad at Monty Park is under construction, 2025 street resurfacing is scheduled to begin on the 22nd, the McKinney Building will be demolished at month’s end, and street crews reported asphalt patching volumes and ongoing wastewater plant licensure progress.
Sandusky Boards & Commissions, Sandusky, Erie County, Ohio
At a committee meeting, members approved August financial statements, heard that the 2024 audit had no findings, and were briefed on a recent $11.8 million various-purpose note issuance that received a Moody’s MIG-1 rating and a 2.67% net interest cost.
Sandusky Boards & Commissions, Sandusky, Erie County, Ohio
RFQs for the new recreation center are due next Tuesday; staff expect to shortlist firms and interview candidates. Preliminary concepts include two full gymnasiums, a walking track, multipurpose rooms and an on-site water feature. Officials confirmed Sandusky City Schools employees, retirees and students can use the city pool at no charge.
Hamilton County, Indiana
The airport authority ratified a memorandum of understanding with U.S. Customs and Border Protection to coordinate development of a customs facility; the board authorized the president to sign the document and discussed a possible public announcement Oct. 29, subject to funding and final design approvals.
Sandusky Boards & Commissions, Sandusky, Erie County, Ohio
Officials said the recently completed tennis courts opened in time for the high school season, the Erie County Board of Developmental Disabilities provided Mobi Mats for beach and court access, and a twice-yearly resident drop-off day is scheduled Sept. 20 at Shelby Street Boat Launch.
Mount Vernon, Westchester County, New York
A community organizer said residents reported suspected enforcement activity on Columbus Avenue and criticized surveillance practices; council members said they would investigate and discussed limits of city authority and options for community education and engagement.
Sandusky Boards & Commissions, Sandusky, Erie County, Ohio
City staff outlined a busy fall events calendar including the strongman (Strawman) competition on Sept. 20, a large walk event Oct. 18, a downtown trick-or-treat Oct. 25 and the pop-up synthetic ice rink opening Nov. 13.
Kent, King County, Washington
Mayor Dana Ralph promoted a first-time event called Dive to Revive at Lake Meridian Park — a cleanup challenge for divers and volunteers — scheduled 9 a.m.–12 p.m. tomorrow.
Spanish, Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
The Committee on Rules and Elections voted to approve a report to establish the city's position regarding Senate Bill 34. During debate, a member urged the committee to oppose SB 34, saying the measure would undo regional efforts and harm communities near the ports; the committee recorded a 3‑2 vote to approve the report.
Sandusky Boards & Commissions, Sandusky, Erie County, Ohio
City parks staff said delivery of steel components is delaying a golf-course bridge, irrigation repairs have improved system reliability and a creek-restoration project out to bid could start this fall, potentially affecting play.
Columbia, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania
The Historic Preservation Commission approved a certificate of appropriateness to replace a garage door with a recessed exterior door at 22 North Third Street to create a laundromat serving building residents and the public, with conditions to restore a former window and use a full-light glass door.
Little Rock City, Pulaski County, Arkansas
Public Works presented its 2026 preliminary budget highlights including a landfill methane‑to‑energy project expected to be operational in about 12 months after contract signing, a routing pilot for refuse collection moving to an RFP, and plans to buy milling equipment for more durable pothole repairs.
Scott County, Kentucky
County staff will apply for a $10,000 Keiko grant to replace out-of-support Wi‑Fi devices in the courthouse and attorney’s office; the county would provide the required match if awarded.
Parkway C-2, School Districts, Missouri
An American Heart Association representative told the Parkway School District board on Sept. 10 that district schools raised nearly $65,000 through the Kids Heart Challenge and trained thousands in hands‑only CPR and stroke recognition.
Eatonville School District, School Districts, Washington
At a board work-study meeting, the Eatonville School Board discussed academic and career-preparation goals for 2025–26, emphasized multiple measures of mastery, and endorsed an annual calendar of reports to improve accountability and planning.
Tompkins County, New York
Human Resources presented a 2026 budget that funds a planned move to a single applicant and roster system (NeoGov), maintains a training coordinator position approved in 2025, and reduces some front‑office staffing costs.
Oviedo, Seminole County, Florida
At Oviedo’s inaugural water expo, St. Johns River Water Management District staff said a projected regional increase in demand — roughly 96 million gallons per day — cannot be met by existing freshwater groundwater sources without significant impacts to springs and surface waters, and urged conservation and alternative supplies.
Danville CCSD 118, School Boards, Illinois
Bailey Easton, an 11th grader at Danville High School, told the District 118 Board of Education about a summer research fellowship through the Albert H. Small Normandy Institute at George Washington University, where she researched African American soldiers in D-Day and presented her findings.
Decatur County, Indiana
The county 9-1-1 board voted to approve purchase of the Motorola Vesta call‑handling system and related mapping, authorizing up to $250,000 to be split between state 9-1-1 surplus funds and county cash surplus; implementation requires city and county council approvals and will start in spring.
Binghamton City, Broome County, New York
During public comment a resident praised management at Bailey Park Golf Course but urged the council to set lower membership rates for city residents and to consider seniors in CDBG/HUD-funded rental-repair proposals.
Kane County, Illinois
Committee members flagged issues with solar field siting and landscape buffers and were directed to a detailed planning presentation on landscaping rules at the next development committee meeting.
California State Senate, Senate, Legislative, California
SB 352 strengthens AB 617 implementation by codifying an Environmental Justice Bureau, mandating multi-year monitoring in affected communities, and requiring annual legislative briefings and reporting on implementation progress and funding.
Kent, King County, Washington
Mayor Dana Ralph reminded listeners that the Kent Farmers Market is in its final weekend, thanked vendor organizers and Living Well Kent for operating the market this year, and encouraged residents to attend.
California State Senate, Senate, Legislative, California
SB 237 would codify a Kern County supplemental environmental impact report to permit expanded in-state oil production subject to setbacks, a 2035 sunset and a 2,000-well cap, and prompt state-level coordination on fuel supply and pipeline safety to reduce price spikes during the 'mid transition' away from fossil fuels.
California State Senate, Senate, Legislative, California
SB 414, the Charter School Accountability Act, drew lengthy debate. Supporters said it responds to audit reports by strengthening oversight, audits and establishing an inspector general office; some senators urged more time to align the measure with other proposed reforms and to protect authorizer capacity and funding-determination discretion.
California State Senate, Senate, Legislative, California
AB 825 would authorize California to join a regional Western electricity market subject to conditions protecting state consumer, environmental and reliability standards and legislative oversight.
Hamilton County, Indiana
The airport authority voted to approve a one-year fuel-management agreement with JetAccess to operate fuel sales and manage fuel-quality procedures at Sheridan Airport.
Scott County, Kentucky
The fiscal court approved the promotion of Fabian Shields to battalion chief effective Sept. 13; the vote recorded one ‘no’ and one abstention amid concerns about rehiring retirees and opportunities for younger firefighters.
Mount Vernon, Westchester County, New York
The Mount Vernon City Council held two public hearings Sept. 10 on proposed amendments to the city code to allow health clubs as principal uses and to extend land‑use board approvals from two years to 30 months; no members of the public spoke and the hearings were closed by unanimous roll call.
Ferguson-florissant R-II, School Districts, Missouri
Maintenance and operations employees told the school board they are losing skilled workers to higher pay elsewhere and warned continued vacancies and misclassification increase safety and financial risks; HR and the superintendent outlined recruitment, mentorship and operational hiring steps.
Parkway C-2, School Districts, Missouri
The Parkway School District Board of Education approved new 2026 benefit designs and provider arrangements on Sept. 10, voting 6–1 to adopt premium increases and a package of changes that includes removing GLP‑1 medications for weight loss from covered benefits, effective Jan. 1, 2026.
California State Senate, Senate, Legislative, California
SB 254 combines affordability reforms, wildfire-fund capital, financing rules and transmission incentives. Supporters said it will lower bills and improve wildfire resilience; critics urged alternative solutions and warned of costs and complexity.
Struthers City Council, Struthers, Mahoning County, Ohio
Council members flagged a draft ordinance that borrows from Cleveland Heights to address front-yard vegetable gardens and compost bins; discussion focused on setbacks, right-of-way limits and corner-lot visibility, with no formal vote scheduled.
Kane County, Illinois
A committee member asked Kane County staff to inventory data centers in Illinois and the county and study their water and energy impacts; members discussed municipal moratoria, Batavia water restrictions and the complexity of siting approvals.
Kent, King County, Washington
Mayor Dana Ralph thanked neighborhoods and city staff for participating in the summer 'Drinks in the Driveway' neighborhood outreach events and said the program covered issues such as traffic, public safety and parks.
Tompkins County, New York
Tompkins County finance director Daryl presented maintenance‑of‑effort items including a move of the county’s accounting system (eFinance/Central Square) to a cloud‑hosted version, and asked for three additional staff positions he said the department still needs though the administrator did not recommend them.
California State Senate, Senate, Legislative, California
The State Senate moved to extend and reform California’s cap-and-invest (cap-and-trade) program with bills that lawmakers said will provide billions for utility bill credits, transit, housing, wildfire prevention and clean-water projects while changing how climate credits are applied.
New Milford Public School District, School Districts, New Jersey
Superintendent reported class-of-2025 graduation pathways and outcomes; most graduates met proficiency via the NJGPA. The district postponed approval of the annual nursing services plan after the state released a new recommended form; the HIV incident report numbers were shared for each building.
Minneapolis City, Hennepin County, Minnesota
Julie Wiseman, finance director for the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board, and Superintendent Al Bangorra presented the MPRB’s 2026 maximum levy request (6.75%) to the Board of Estimate and Taxation on Sept. 10, 2025, seeking operating funds to staff Graco Park and Upper Harbor Terminal Park.
New Milford Public School District, School Districts, New Jersey
Assistant Superintendent Nora Daska presented the 2025–26 professional development and mentoring plans, recommended two new high-school courses (heritage Spanish I and intro to music theory) and described expanded 'Option 2' alternate-credit experiences and stricter oversight for student participation.
Scott County, Kentucky
The fiscal court voted to accept low bids for Mount Horeb and Northrace Fork bridges, subject to H & B engineering’s formal recommendation and prequalification confirmation; construction will be funded through grant/bridging programs.
Spanish, Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
The Charter Reform Commission told the Committee on Rules and Elections it will expand community outreach with a contracted outreach team, district-based events and educational forums and aims to deliver draft recommendations by mid‑April for Council review ahead of any November ballot action.
Northvale, Bergen County, New Jersey
At the Sept. 11 Mayor and Council meeting officials summarized Northern Valley Board of Education items: 400 students earned AP scholar designations, 92% of 11th graders achieved NJGPA ELA graduation-ready status and 85% achieved mathematics graduation-ready status; locker-room and turf-field projects were reported as underway or about to start.
New Milford Public School District, School Districts, New Jersey
Administrators said a proposed high-school trip to China meets district policy but must include parent meetings, clear insurance guarantees and contingency plans tied to travel advisory levels.
Kent, King County, Washington
Mayor Dana Ralph reminded residents to clear leaves from streets and storm drains as fall approaches and pointed listeners to the State of Washington’s Adopt-a-Drain program (wa.adopt-a-drain.org) to prevent localized flooding.
Kane County, Illinois
Committee members asked county staff to compile information on data centers in Illinois and Kane County, including water and electricity use, local economic benefits, and municipal responses such as Batavia's recent water-use restriction.
Little Rock City, Pulaski County, Arkansas
Fleet staff described an operational push to implement an enterprise asset-management system, expand electric vehicle charging and accelerate EV purchases while warning the board that a shortage of trained diesel technicians and limited parts storage delays repairs for fire apparatus and refuse trucks.
Oldsmar, Pinellas County, Florida
Travis Dunbar told council that public‑works crews removed roughly eight feet of his hedge on July 15, cutting roughly six feet onto his private property; he asked the city to remedy the damage and said staff had suggested filing an insurance claim but he believes the city should make him whole.
Scott County, Kentucky
County officials said a new ambulance will be put into service once equipment installation completes; they also discussed repair estimates and insurance proceeds for a damaged ambulance and will seek additional upfit quotes and insurer coordination.
ALBUQUERQUE PUBLIC SCHOOLS, School Districts, New Mexico
At an APS candidate forum, speakers rejected a zero-sum framing between academic rigor and whole‑child supports, and urged standards‑aligned instruction combined with social‑emotional supports, enrichment and community partnerships.
New Milford Public School District, School Districts, New Jersey
Board members and administrators reported multi-tiered bus routes, several late runs and one bus failing inspection (30-day correction window). Officials recommended a standing transportation committee and staff will work with police on traffic flow.
Binghamton City, Broome County, New York
The council announced a traffic board meeting with requests for signals, no-parking zones, handicap parking, curb cuts and loading zones; the board accepts public comment and advance agenda sign-up.
Fort Thomas Independent, School Boards, Kentucky
The school announced that voting for junior class officers has begun and will close Monday at 2:45 p.m.
Cook County, Minnesota
A public commenter said he did not receive notice of a rescheduled cell tower hearing; planning staff told the commission the tower application has been postponed while a wetland delineation is completed and that staff will re-notice affected parties when the new hearing date is set.
Kane County, Illinois
Members asked for clearer workforce and financial reporting from the county's workforce development programs and were briefed on a WIOA-funded kiosk rollout and an upcoming IMEC event describing ARPA-funded program results.
Prescott City, Yavapai County, Arizona
Commission staff announced a pending appointment to the commission, requested a special meeting the week of Oct. 20 to review a Plaza Hotel resubmission, and noted follow-up on an outstanding fence/pergola case (HP23009). Commissioner Rick Kummery recused himself from one project due to prior work with the architect.
Kent, King County, Washington
Mayor Dana Ralph said she toured Boeing’s Renton production facility with neighboring mayors and emphasized Boeing’s role in regional jobs, worker safety and engine assembly work in Kent.
Kane County, Illinois
Committee members asked for clearer workforce development reporting tied to WIOA and county-funded programs, and staff said the county will install public job-search kiosks funded by a WIOA grant; staff also described a downtown collaborative office for economic development and state partners.
Lee's Summit, Jackson County, Missouri
City staff presented a package of proposed UDO and zoning-process changes Sept. 10 intended to reduce review times for smaller residential projects, expand allowable housing types in certain districts and generally streamline procedures for developers and homeowners.
Scott County, Kentucky
Scott County Fiscal Court approved an amendment to its Net Recovery agreement to fund up to 20 additional treatments at $3,500 per treatment using opioid settlement funds and discussed aftercare and provider options for participants.
Little Rock City, Pulaski County, Arkansas
Judges and court administrators told the City Board the 2025 state change making judges state employees freed city funds previously used for judicial pay and asked that money be redirected to increase long-underpaid court staff salaries and to advance planning for a new consolidated court facility.
Lee's Summit, Jackson County, Missouri
City staff recommended, and the committee approved forwarding to council, an ordinance that would suspend approvals for street-closing block parties and new parade permits during the 2026 FIFA World Cup window except for city-sponsored, FIFA, and designated legacy events.
Kent, King County, Washington
Mayor Dana Ralph announced that two West Hill light-rail stations serving Kent — at Limes Road and Star Lake — are scheduled to open for service Dec. 6, 2025; the city has planned for the stations for more than a decade and officials highlighted parking and regional connections.
Struthers City Council, Struthers, Mahoning County, Ohio
At a recent City Council caucus, council members discussed complaints about a landscaping business on Sixth Street that residents say has converted a front yard into a large gravel parking area for work trucks.
Palatine CCSD 15, School Boards, Illinois
District staff presented a restorative‑practices program emphasizing community‑building circles and repair processes, showcased pilots at CLA and Paddock, and outlined a multi‑stage professional‑learning rollout and local train‑the‑trainer plan.
Lee's Summit, Jackson County, Missouri
The Community and Economic Development Committee voted to forward an ordinance amending the city code definition of "amusement places" to allow movie theaters to serve alcoholic beverages to full City Council for approval.
Scott County, Kentucky
County officials reviewed proposed increases to EMS fees for whole-blood administration and specialty interfacility transports but did not adopt new rates; staff were asked to return with sourcing and usage data before the court decides.
Lauderhill City, Broward County, Florida
Lauderhill commissioners on Sept. 12 adopted ordinances and resolutions to collect stormwater, garbage, nuisance‑abatement and fire‑rescue assessments for FY2026; the fire fee was held at $6.60.
Lauderhill City, Broward County, Florida
Multiple Lauderhill Safe Neighborhood Improvement District (SND) boards voted to adopt FY2026 millage rates and non‑ad valorem assessments for their districts; votes were unanimous on each board.
Lauderhill City, Broward County, Florida
At a Sept. 12 special meeting, the Lauderhill City Commission approved the city's fiscal 2026 operating and capital budgets and set the operating millage at 7.4998 mills and voter-approved debt service at 1.1212 mills; commissioners voted 4-0 to pass the measures.
Fort Thomas Independent, School Boards, Kentucky
The Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) at Highlands will hold its first meeting on Thursday, Sept. 18; announcer said FBLA membership gives access to scholarship opportunities and that the national leadership conference awards up to 50 scholarships per year.
Tompkins County, New York
Information Technology leaders told legislators the department is understaffed after cuts and departures, is seeing increased cybersecurity workload, and asked for one supported position, an additional request for a second position, and $11,000 more for training to keep systems patched and staff certified.
St. Louis City, St. Louis County, Missouri
Board Bill 19, to establish the Jefferson Arms Community Improvement District, was perfected after the sponsor replaced outdated blight language and removed references to a Transportation Development District (TDD). The floor substitute limits the ordinance to a CID only; the floor adopted the substitute and perfected the bill for final action.
Northvale, Bergen County, New Jersey
At the Sept. 11 meeting the police department reported 612 calls in August and several arrests; the ambulance corps reported monthly call counts and congratulated three new EMTs. Police announced a "Coffee with a Cop" event Oct. 1.
Mills County, Texas
San Saba County Judge Jody Foley updated Mills County commissioners on Sept. 12, saying 97 homes were damaged in a recent flood and officials now consider six substantially damaged — potentially requiring elevation or demolition under floodplain rules.
Kane County, Illinois
Committee members agreed to convene an ad hoc group to identify permitting delays and possible incentives to attract manufacturers, following interviews with local businesses that flagged permitting speed as a barrier.
Oldsmar, Pinellas County, Florida
Council authorized engagement letters with Wells, Hauser & Schnottzel (PA) for the city and CRA audits, fee not to exceed $64,500 for city financial statement audit plus other optional engagements; single audit or alternative COVID‑fund compliance examination included if required.
Silver Bow County, Montana
At a Sept. 10 Judiciary Committee meeting in Butte, commissioners debated enforcement of park camping bans, supportive services and legal limits after residents reported about 85 police calls to Emma Park; the committee voted to hold the matter pending counsel guidance.
Prescott City, Yavapai County, Arizona
On Sept. 12, 2025, the Prescott Preservation Commission voted 3-2 to recommend approval of a special-use permit allowing conversion of upper floors at 130 Cortez Street to apartments and the addition of a recessed fourth-floor residence, with the condition that exterior materials be submitted for review by the historic preservation specialist.
Lawrence City, Essex County, Massachusetts
The Budget & Finance Committee considered two DPH grants Sept. 10 — about $122,938 for winter protocols and temporary placements for fire victims and $139,805 for Mass in Motion active‑transportation programs — and asked staff for clearer implementation plans.
Kane County, Illinois
The Kane County Jobs Committee adopted a resolution recognizing October as Manufacturing Month, heard a presentation from the Valley Industrial Association and received staff updates on ARPA-funded manufacturing workforce work, local manufacturer expansion and a planned task force to speed permitting.
Stephenson County, Illinois
Committee received updates that two juveniles are in detention and heard that interpreter use spiked, producing an $18,000 bill; officials discussed human interpreters' role in court and the practical use of a Pocketalk translation device during investigation.
Binghamton City, Broome County, New York
Council unanimously approved Resolution R25-57 to accept an $8,000 Broome County grant to support lifeguard recruitment and retention at city pools.
St. Louis City, St. Louis County, Missouri
The Board of Aldermen adopted Resolution 101 condemning the Missouri legislature’s mid‑decade redistricting and related changes to the initiative petition process. Sponsors said the moves would dilute urban and minority representation and make statewide citizen initiatives effectively impossible.
ALBUQUERQUE PUBLIC SCHOOLS, School Districts, New Mexico
At the APS candidate forum, candidates across districts emphasized listening, town halls, tribal consultation and targeted outreach to engage families, especially underserved groups, while centering student outcomes.
Mills County, Texas
At an emergency Sept. 12 meeting, Mills County commissioners approved a short-term interlocal agreement allowing San Saba County dispatchers to operate from Mills County’s dispatch console while San Saba repairs its dispatch facility following a gas leak.
Cook County, Minnesota
The Cook County Planning Commission voted unanimously Sept. 10 to recommend the county board approve a conditional use permit allowing a third dwelling — a small, 240-square-foot unit — at 6558 West Highway 61 in Tofte, subject to staff conditions including septic and shoreland rules.
Delaware County, Indiana
Commissioners proposed targeted pay increases across several departments and a correction for the planning commission's salary; debate centered on whether raises should be funded by reduced operating reserves, departmental givebacks, or deeper staffing cuts.
Minneapolis City, Hennepin County, Minnesota
City budget officials presented the mayor’s recommended 2026 budget to the Board of Estimate and Taxation on Sept. 10, 2025, asking the BET to set a maximum property tax levy that would raise the total levy by 7.8 percent.
Palatine CCSD 15, School Boards, Illinois
Board approved the fiscal year 2026 budget and two resolutions to borrow short‑term to cover delayed property‑tax receipts from Cook County, approving $20 million for the education fund and $5 million for bond & interest needs and a temporary loan from the education fund to the transportation fund.
St. Louis City, St. Louis County, Missouri
The Board of Aldermen adopted Resolution 92 urging Ameren Missouri to impose a moratorium on utility shutoffs for households impacted by the May 16 tornado and to forgive storm‑related utility debt through Dec. 31, 2025. Sponsors cited ongoing recovery needs and cited Ameren’s prior temporary pauses and recent $4 million assistance program.
Northvale, Bergen County, New Jersey
A resident told the Mayor and Council on Sept. 11 that traffic and parking problems tied to a local church have continued since the adoption of Ordinance 19-03-2024, and urged the council to reinstate a no-parking restriction on Chestnut Street. The resident presented multiple video exhibits and said a nearby lot recently opened that could supply
Silver Bow County, Montana
The Butte County Judiciary Committee voted to hold further action on park camping and related homelessness measures pending a legal review after residents cited repeated calls about camps, the parks director described removal limits, the sheriff warned of constitutional constraints, and the ACLU urged caution under Montana law.
Lawrence City, Essex County, Massachusetts
External auditors gave Lawrence an unmodified opinion on its FY24 financial statements and single-audit reports. Committee discussion highlighted a $38 million use of free cash this year (largely for debt service and reserves), long-term debt levels, and large OPEB and pension liabilities; auditors suggested continued fiscal planning.
Fort Thomas Independent, School Boards, Kentucky
Students interested in playing Super Smash Bros. for the Highlands esports team were invited to meetings after school in Mr. Wen’s classroom at either 3 p.m. or 5 p.m.
Kane County, Illinois
At its Sept. 12 meeting the committee adopted a resolution recognizing October as Manufacturing Month and heard presentations on county manufacturing outreach, an IMEC/IMAAC Lighthouse program supported with ARPA funds, and a local expansion using DCEO tax credits.
Delaware County, Indiana
Council heard updated 2026 budget requests and revenue estimates, including a general fund request of $42,893,130, estimated 2025 ending balance of $8,218,318, and an estimated 2026 operating balance of $3,927,268. Officials said about $2.03 million in cuts remain to reach the preferred operating balance target.
Stephenson County, Illinois
After projecting revenue uncertainty and noting low applicant interest last year, the committee cut the youth diversion program's proposed spending from $15,000 to $10,000 and approved the budget with that amendment.
St. Louis City, St. Louis County, Missouri
The St. Louis Board of Aldermen on the floor perfected Board Bill 33, an ordinance intended to clarify the duties of the city sheriff and to add new reporting rules for certain expenditures and contracts.
Pullman School District, School Districts, Washington
The board discussed a discretionary WASDA model on civility in the workplace (referred to in materials as policy 51 61), focusing on definitions of uncivil conduct, enforcement options and free-speech concerns; legal counsel reviewed the model, staff said.
Fond du Lac City, Fond du Lac County, Wisconsin
Director of Public Works Mr. DuPreez updated the council Sept. 10 on bridge, street, stormwater, wastewater and parks projects, including an RNG and biosolids dryer project at the wastewater plant expected to be completed in 2026.
Tompkins County, New York
County recycling officials told legislators the volatile market for recycled materials will reduce revenue and pushed a package of small fee increases, elimination of routine use of fund balance to balance the enterprise fund, and one-time equipment reserve contributions to stabilize operations.
Pullman School District, School Districts, Washington
A public commenter from Hills and Rivers Housing Trust asked the Pullman School Board to explore a community land trust model to expand workforce housing for families and staff; the superintendent asked for follow-up materials by email.
Santa Rita Union Elementary, School Districts, California
The board voted to approve a one-year extension of the superintendent’s employment contract; the motion passed 3–0 at the meeting.
City Council Meetings, Newcastle, King County, Washington
City staff presented the recreation calendar for September and encouraged commissioners to participate in a volunteer appreciation event, the fall recycling collection and a town hall on Sept. 30; several new youth programs and court resurfacing updates were noted.
PORT WASHINGTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
The committee set an October 3 deep dive on elementary I‑Ready and 3–8 state testing after staff explained limitations in cross‑year and cross‑vendor comparisons, noted testing windows and re‑norming cycles, and described plans for dashboards to track multiple measures.
Pullman School District, School Districts, Washington
Pullman School District IT staff reported a fall rollout of LineWise classroom-filtering tools and an inline appliance placed in the network stack; teachers attended training and technicians continue to troubleshoot Windows lab compatibility.
Oldsmar, Pinellas County, Florida
Council approved renewal with Florida Municipal Insurance Trust covering property, general liability and workers' compensation; net premium increased about $35,173 (3.4%) to $1,058,289.
Kokomo City, Howard County, Indiana
Councilman Miklick presented Ordinance 72-11 to fix the 2026 budget at $124,690,661, allocating $60 million to the general fund and $29 million to TIF; the council approved the ordinance on first reading and scheduled a public hearing for Sept. 29.
Pullman School District, School Districts, Washington
Franklin Elementary's school counselor described two counseling initiatives — the Fox Den sensory center for grades 3–5 and the Fox Minds Matter K–5 club — that provide tiered supports, social-skills activities and optional counseling programming.
Fort Thomas Independent, School Boards, Kentucky
The school announced that Schoology groups with join codes are available for students seeking volunteer or part-time work; codes were posted by Miss Schnitzler.
Pullman School District, School Districts, Washington
District staff reported increased use of Alternative Learning Experience (ALE) programs with more courses attempted and more seniors meeting graduation requirements; summer school structure changed and yielded higher pass rates than the previous year.
Stephenson County, Illinois
The Support Services Committee approved the state's attorney budget with a reduced personnel increase of 3.5%, down from a larger request aimed at closing a pay gap with the public defender's office. Members cited a general-fund shortfall and competing priorities.
ALBUQUERQUE PUBLIC SCHOOLS, School Districts, New Mexico
At the forum, candidates consistently described the board’s role as policymaking, budgeting and superintendent oversight, and contrasted that with the superintendent’s operational responsibilities.
Delaware County, Indiana
Treasurer Brad Polk updated the council on talks with two local banks about a possible line of credit or a tax-anticipation warrant, outlining tradeoffs between floating and fixed rates, application fees, and information banks would require before offering firm terms.
Pullman School District, School Districts, Washington
The Pullman School Board reviewed emergency-rule revisions from the Washington Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction that clarify definitions and disciplinary procedures in policy 3241; the item was presented as a discussion and no formal vote was taken.
City of Orange City, Volusia County, Florida
Resolution 396‑25 reimposed the South Kentucky Avenue non‑ad valorem assessment role for tax year 2025; staff noted 58 parcels prepaid the full assessment in 2023 and were removed from the roll.
Fond du Lac City, Fond du Lac County, Wisconsin
Fond du Lac City Council approved class B fermented malt and class C wine licenses for Nori Fond du Lac LLC, doing business as Nori Sushi and Grill, after staff background checks and an alcohol committee recommendation.
LaSalle County, Illinois
County officials reviewed a contractor estimate to repair loose and unstable brickwork on the government center and debated whether to use contingency or emergency funds and whether the work must be competitively bid.
Martin County, Florida
Martin County commissioners on Wednesday held the first public hearing on the fiscal year 2026 budget and tentatively adopted a package of millage rates and associated fund budgets that reduce the countywide millage rate but allow higher property-tax revenue this year.
Lawrence City, Essex County, Massachusetts
Councilor Wendy Luzon asked the Public Safety Committee on Sept. 10 to forward a request for an independent audit of the Lawrence Police Department to the full City Council, citing leadership turnover and community concerns.
Binghamton City, Broome County, New York
The city planning committee scheduled a next-day meeting to review community and internal feedback on a proposed proactive rental housing inspection ordinance and to plan a second town hall.
Santa Rita Union Elementary, School Districts, California
Director of engagement Dr. Summer Prather Smith announced a Saturday Academy starting Sept. 27 for TK–5 and a town hall Oct. 1 at John Gutierrez Middle School. The district also sent a family survey on student positive adult interactions that closes Friday.
Palm Beach County, Florida
Palm Beach County planning staff announced a countywide transportation master plan project that will host a series of public meetings and an online survey; the planning director described it as a first-of-its-kind countywide effort involving all 39 municipalities and urged public participation via the project website.
North Ridgeville, Lorain County, Ohio
Planning staff briefed the Committee of the Whole on Sept. 10 about the city's use of tax-increment financing (TIF), current TIF fund balances, and the possibility of adding 40(c) incentive districts to capture incremental value from residential development; no legislation was proposed.
ALBUQUERQUE PUBLIC SCHOOLS, School Districts, New Mexico
At an APS forum, candidates voiced broad opposition to book bans and supported librarians’ professional judgment, while noting parents should be able to select alternatives for their own children under district policy.
Dade County, Georgia
Dade County officials held a public dedication for the restored Dade County Courthouse and Museum, praising preservation partners, donors and local contractors; no formal government actions or votes were taken at the event.
PORT WASHINGTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
The PEP subcommittee recommended changes to eligibility and the district will now administer its end‑of‑gap screener to all third graders rather than only to students who previously met other criteria, and updated the PEP website with details.
City of Orange City, Volusia County, Florida
The council reimposed two street-lighting assessments for tax year 2025: Briarwood South will increase from $72 to $80 per lot under Resolution 394‑25; Shadow Ridge will remain at $155 per lot under Resolution 395‑25.
Galena, Jo Daviess County, Illinois
After a short public hearing with testimony from the applicant, the Zoning Board of Appeals voted to direct staff to draft a positive finding for a front-setback variance at 912 Fourth Street, reducing the setback from 16 feet to 8 feet to allow construction of an accessory structure.
Punta Gorda City, Charlotte County, Florida
The Development Review Committee denied an extension request for a 2023 approval at 1323 Acuesta Drive after Urban Design, Zoning, and Public Works recommended denial; the applicant was told to contact Urban Design to set up a design studio when ready to resubmit.
Northvale, Bergen County, New Jersey
At the Sept. 11 meeting the council heard that the planning department collected $72,004.59 in fees for August, up from $16,009.37 a year earlier; year-to-date collections were $287,009.99, $166,008.86 ahead of last year, the planning report said.
Fort Thomas Independent, School Boards, Kentucky
Highlands High School announced a financial aid meeting for students and parents at 7 p.m. on Monday, Sept. 15, intended to explain college payment options.
North Ridgeville, Lorain County, Ohio
At its Sept. 10 Committee of the Whole meeting, North Ridgeville councilmembers voted to return Ordinance 2025-104 — which would designate the North Ridgeville Community Improvement Corporation as a city agency — to council with a condition that the CIC board change its bylaws to include at least one council member.
City Council Meetings, Newcastle, King County, Washington
Commissioners described a long‑planned memorial stone for longtime Newcastle volunteer Jim Price and said a large carved rock will be placed at the south end of Lakebourne Park near the trails.
Kokomo City, Howard County, Indiana
The council approved Ordinance 72-09 on second reading to rezone 1825 South Plate Street from NC to C-2 for a gun shop (no live fire), drawing a public comment expressing concern about proximity to nearby child-centered facilities.
Palm Beach County, Florida
The Planning Commission approved a privately initiated comprehensive plan amendment to change a 14.99-acre parcel from high-residential (HR-8) to Commercial Recreation (CR) with underlying 8 units per acre, clearing the way for a proposed up-to-89-space RV park; staff recommended approval with conditions and the motion passed with one dissenting
Burns Harbor, Porter County, Indiana
During a meeting, staff described a recent juvenile incident handled by Assistant Chief Tim Lucas and Officer Nathan Bennett, reported progress on a field-training trainee, and said a new facility is expected to open Sept. 22; the meeting also included routine motions and adjournment.
Oldsmar, Pinellas County, Florida
Council authorized the city manager to execute an amended easement with TECO to extend electrical service to the new Water Reclamation Facility control building; staff said the easement grants TECO ingress, egress and maintenance rights.
Binghamton City, Broome County, New York
Council passed Introductory Ordinance O25-56, approving a general fund transfer to pay for firefighter turnout gear after debate about whether Community Development Block Grant funding was an appropriate source.
LaSalle County, Illinois
County staff described which parts of the new pavilion and adjacent buildings are open, rental plans and cleaning fees, pond maintenance choices, ADA limits for one building and outreach plans including a proposed open house and marketing for next year.
Northvale, Bergen County, New Jersey
At its Sept. 11 meeting the Mayor and Council completed a second reading and vote on an ordinance correcting a zoning-map error dating to about 2007 that reclassified a small block from residential to commercial; council members said the change carries no financial impact.
Punta Gorda City, Charlotte County, Florida
The committee continued an initial vested‑rights determination for properties at 297 E. Virginia Ave. and 407 Wood St., asking the applicant to supply investor documentation, replatting status, and construction plans for the next DRC meeting.
Fond du Lac City, Fond du Lac County, Wisconsin
On Sept. 10, 2025, the Fond du Lac City Council voted 6–1 to adopt Resolution 9202, finding a long‑vacant downtown property blighted and authorizing the city to begin eminent‑domain proceedings; the vote starts a statutory process but does not decide the building’s future use.
Punta Gorda City, Charlotte County, Florida
The Punta Gorda Development Review Committee recommended approval for permits for several city events, including two Seafood and Music Festivals, with staff conditions such as IRS nonprofit documentation, updated certificates of insurance naming the city as additional insured, and keeping the HarborWalk open and accessible.
ALBUQUERQUE PUBLIC SCHOOLS, School Districts, New Mexico
At a candidate forum, special‑education teacher retention emerged as a recurring issue; speakers pointed to heavy caseloads, working conditions and the SETT residency program as central to keeping qualified staff.
Melbourne Beach, Brevard County, Florida
During public comment a Melbourne Beach resident asked commissioners to remove the residency requirement from a proposed charter amendment, arguing the town has not enforced the rule consistently and therefore should not include it.
Essex Junction City, Chittenden County, Vermont
Councilors discussed forming committees or planning commission subcommittees to address housing and economic development, weighed volunteer vs. staff-led approaches, and flagged limited staff capacity and the upcoming comprehensive-plan process as a mechanism for deeper work.
City Council Meetings, Newcastle, King County, Washington
The Community Activities Commission endorsed pursuing a locked, waterproof corkboard on the Coal Creek boardwalk to post city event notices and trail maps; staff will take the idea to the city for feasibility and cost estimates.
PORT WASHINGTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
Public comment and committee discussion focused on a proposed change to how the district weights AP and honors courses. Parents requested a phased implementation and clearer technical explanations; staff said the weight is applied only to cumulative GPA and noted colleges often recalculate GPAs.
Santa Rita Union Elementary, School Districts, California
Board heard that third- through fifth-grade students at Santa Rita Elementary are producing mascot submissions; the final three options will be presented to the board for a vote on Oct. 8, followed by new signage and a ribbon cutting that will honor the site's history.
Melbourne Beach, Brevard County, Florida
The Melbourne Beach Town Commission held a special meeting to discuss an email notification that the town’s SAFER (Staffing for Adequate Fire and Emergency Response) grant application had been flagged as having had a withdrawal request, and to decide whether to reaffirm the town’s interest in the grant.
Galena, Jo Daviess County, Illinois
The Zoning Board of Appeals voted to approve a special-use permit allowing Artemis Development to convert a property at 105 South High Street into a six-room small inn after finding the request met the code's performance standards for a low-density residential district.
Titusville, Brevard County, Florida
Commission members reported on the Federal Aviation Administration's environmental-impact statement for Starship launches, raising concerns about beach closures, air-traffic disruption, and out-of-county mitigation for wildlife. Staff said at least 79 comments had been submitted and noted public-comment deadlines.
Seminole County, Florida
The Seminole County Board of County Commissioners on Sept. 10 adopted a tentative FY2026 budget of $1,215,087,959 and set the countywide millage at 5.3751 mills, a 0.5‑mill increase the county says is needed to sustain public safety, transportation, stormwater and parks; the vote was unanimous and a final hearing is set for Sept. 23.
Santa Rita Union Elementary, School Districts, California
Facilities committee reported a structural change to the district office entrance, progress and setbacks on site portables at John Gutierrez Middle School and Gavilan View, a planned La Jolla restroom, and recent Measure R bond sales to lock construction prices.
Cook County, Minnesota
Cook County Board of Adjustment voted to grant Keith and Pam Altringer a setback variance to build a garage at 49 Wolf Point Trail subject to conditions including a septic inspection and a maximum building height of 28 feet.
City of Orange City, Volusia County, Florida
Resolution 393‑25 reimposed the solid‑waste service assessment for tax year 2025 and raised the annual residential assessment to $223.91 per unit to support services under the city's new WastePRO solid‑waste agreement, the council heard.
Palm Beach County, Florida
The Palm Beach County Planning Commission approved staff-recommended text amendments to the county's Recreation and Open Space element (ROWS) to align it with the Parks and Recreation Department's recently adopted master plan, update park definitions and service horizons, and add policies to support maintenance and new funding sources.
Moraga Town, Contra Costa County, California
The Moraga Town Council voted to continue the feasibility study on using Bollinger Canyon Road as an emergency evacuation route to a date to be determined; staff had no report at the meeting and recommended continuation.
Titusville, Brevard County, Florida
Member Browning summarized a nine-page report recommending the city update its tree ordinance critical-root-zone standard from six inches per trunk inch to the national 12-inch-per-inch standard and to strengthen protections for transport and feeder roots. Council previously agreed to move related ordinance changes toward public hearings.
Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
The City Council unanimously adopted a resolution introduced by Councilmember Paul Krekorian Nazarian (as spoken) supporting an Election Rigging Response Act and calling for resistance to actions perceived as federal threats to democratic elections.
Grant County, New Mexico
The county board approved a request from the Town of Silver City for a $75,000 local financial commitment to support senior services in FY26, citing a budget analysis of service needs and staffing.
Kokomo City, Howard County, Indiana
The Common Council approved Ordinance 72-10 on second reading to permit up to $8 million in taxable TIF-backed bonds and up to $5 million in forgivable notes to support the Fairway Core and Fairway Forward multifamily projects; the financing is structured as limited obligations payable from project revenues and tax increment.
Titusville, Brevard County, Florida
The Titusville Environmental Commission voted unanimously to ask city planning staff to make wetland conservation and the comprehensive-plan future land use and conservation elements the commission's primary focus going forward.
Oldsmar, Pinellas County, Florida
Council approved a one‑year fee waiver and limited use of the city logo for the Upper Tampa Bay Chamber of Commerce’s Saturday market series; the waived fees total $66,099 and the organizer will list the city as a sponsor.
Binghamton City, Broome County, New York
City council voted 7-0 to approve O25-55, amending the 2025 budget to increase the equipment line for pump repair at the sewage treatment plant.
Northvale, Bergen County, New Jersey
At a Sept. 11 meeting the Mayor and Council introduced a first reading of an ordinance to authorize a $110,000 emergency appropriation to prepare stormwater system mapping required by the state, with the borough to receive a $25,000 reimbursement after completion. A second reading and public hearing are scheduled for Oct. 8.
Van Zandt County, Texas
County officials described plans to deploy new case-management and collections software (iFile) in October and to use improved automated notices and court processes to increase early collections of fines and fees; commissioners also raised concerns about jury summons and last-minute pleas that incur juror costs.
ALBUQUERQUE PUBLIC SCHOOLS, School Districts, New Mexico
At a candidate forum, multiple APS board candidates said early literacy must be a funded, measurable priority; recommendations included structured literacy training, culturally responsive materials and stronger early‑childhood partnerships.
City Council Meetings, Newcastle, King County, Washington
Members of the Community Activities Commission called Newcastle Days “a fantastic event” but raised specific operational concerns including drinking-water supply, vendor mix, parking and balloon waste during a post‑event debrief.
Beverly City, Essex County, Massachusetts
The Beverly School Committee approved two music-travel requests: a multi-ensemble trip to Hershey Park'Music in the Parks (estimated cost $922 per student) and an April Quebec City trip for eighth-grade French students (estimated cost $1,165 per student). Both votes were unanimous.
Titusville, Brevard County, Florida
The Titusville Environmental Commission unanimously voted to send a one-page recommendation asking the city to direct Native Landscape Public Trust Fund resources primarily toward the city's Urban Forest Management Plan, including an urban-forest manager salary, tree planting, and administrative software.
Fort Lauderdale, Broward County, Florida
City planning staff told the Fort Lauderdale Planning and Zoning Board on Wednesday that two ordinances — one creating an administrative variance process for de minimis variances and another reducing the board’s approval threshold to a simple majority — will go to the City Commission for consideration in October.
Essex Junction City, Chittenden County, Vermont
The City Council voted to set the 2026 annual meeting for April 7, 2026 and to move the January 14 council meeting to January 21 to accommodate required charter-change public notice timelines; council members also agreed on a December 5 budget day and Saturday daytime community meal as preferred formats.
Oldsmar, Pinellas County, Florida
Council adopted Resolution 2025‑22 establishing a tentative millage rate of 4.05 mills (equal to the prior year) and Resolution 2025‑23 adopting the tentative budget totaling $53,842,890; both votes were 4‑0.
Kane County, Illinois
Solid-waste staff previewed a regional recycling education campaign and an upcoming September 27 community recycling and shredding event; staff also showed revised workplace recycling signage and said they will coordinate building-level bin placement with facilities management.
Miami Lakes, Miami-Dade County, Florida
At a special Miami Lakes Task Force meeting members and community volunteers reviewed sponsorships, vendor quotes and a draft budget for an upcoming fall festival and approved pricing for the dunk-tank fundraiser.
City of Orange City, Volusia County, Florida
Council adopted Resolution 392‑25 to reimpose the stormwater assessment for tax year 2025, increasing the annual rate from $16.50 to $23 per Equivalent Benefit Unit (EBU) pursuant to the stormwater rate study; commercial owners voiced concerns about calculation and private systems.
RADFORD CITY PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
Administrators described a new attendance-tracking system by class block and a policy to place students on social-probation and require night-school make-up hours once thresholds are reached; policy applied after early-warning contacts with families.
Binghamton City, Broome County, New York
City council members and residents debated renaming Columbus Park at a town hall and during public comment, with supporters urging change and some residents opposing removal of Italian-American recognition.
Delaware County, Ohio
At its Sept. 8 meeting the board approved several routine resolutions: approving the electronic record of proceedings, authorizing purchase orders and payments, acknowledging an annexation petition for 175.79 acres, and setting dates for public-depository applications for a four-year term beginning Dec. 1, 2025.
PORT WASHINGTON UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
At a September Curriculum Committee meeting, district curriculum leaders described the year-ahead plan emphasizing year two of the K–6 math rollout, a multi‑year elementary literacy plan tied to a New York State literacy attestation, continued MTSS/RTI work, expanded professional development, and efforts to align ELL services and restorative SEL.
Ithaca City, Tompkins County, New York
At the Sept. 12 Project Review Committee meeting, planning staff told the board they will circulate draft changes to the city's sign ordinance and site plan review ordinance for review and potential comment before a Nov. transmittal to Common Council.
Melbourne Beach, Brevard County, Florida
The Melbourne Beach commission voted 3-2 to direct the town attorney to tell FEMA the town affirms its application for a SAFER grant and is not withdrawing the submission after public comment and questions about who initiated a request to withdraw.
Santa Rita Union Elementary, School Districts, California
Centrobi team presented expansion of a Mixteco trilingual program to McKinnon and described student language gains, family workshops and cultural activities at Santa Rita Elementary.
Kokomo City, Howard County, Indiana
After a public hearing with dozens of residents objecting, the Kokomo Common Council passed the first reading of Ordinance 72-08 to impose a $10 monthly trash-collection fee, with discounts and implementation tied to wastewater billing beginning Jan. 2026.
Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
Councilmember Nithya Raman secured council consideration of a report on 911 call response times; the motion noted emergency calls meet the state standard while non‑emergency waits average several minutes and can exceed an hour in high volume periods.
Oldsmar, Pinellas County, Florida
Council adopted Resolution 2025‑20 raising commercial front‑load and roll‑off fees; staff said county tipping fee increases and contract costs drove the change.
Grant County, New Mexico
The county approved a $1.95 million contract for Ridge Road improvements, reported a new $835,000 DOT micro-surface grant for a 6.1-mile road, and authorized resurfacing of the Gila Community Center tennis/pickleball courts and chip-seal maintenance on several roads.
Essex Junction City, Chittenden County, Vermont
The Essex Junction Bike Walk Advisory Committee reported progress on several visible bicycle and pedestrian projects this year and asked the City Council to give the committee a formal role in the city’s traffic-calming policy and a modest budget increase to support pilot installations.
Fort Lauderdale, Broward County, Florida
The Planning and Zoning Board deferred a variance request for a new one-car garage at 2600 Northeast Eighth Street to the November meeting after discussing design changes to reduce impact on a neighboring backyard and to align the garage back wall with the adjacent house.
Brevard County, Florida
In board reports Commissioner Delaney raised concerns about the new county manager's contract, a 4% cost-of-living raise, unspecified car-allowance language and lack of annual evaluations; other commissioners defended the contract and continuous-feedback approach.
ALBUQUERQUE PUBLIC SCHOOLS, School Districts, New Mexico
Candidates at an Albuquerque Public Schools board candidate forum described a rise in weapons incidents on campus and urged a mix of hardware, human supports and community partnerships to improve student safety.
Van Zandt County, Texas
Commissioners discussed using dedicated special funds and one-time general-fund spending to address courthouse space needs while clarifying that recurring expenses must not be shifted onto the general fund permanently.
City of Orange City, Volusia County, Florida
On Sept. 10 the Orange City Council adopted a tentative millage rate of 7.2387 mills — an 11.33% increase over the rollback rate — and approved the city's fiscal year 2025–26 budget, which the finance director said balances recurring revenues with recurring expenditures and funds several new positions and pay adjustments.
Melbourne Beach, Brevard County, Florida
The Melbourne Beach Town Commission voted 5-0 to invite four applicants to 30-minute panel interviews and delegated reference-checking to the finance manager as it moves quickly to fill an interim town manager post.
Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
Multiple public commenters urged the council to strengthen the city’s tenant repair and escrow processes—requesting rent reductions when landlords fail to make repairs, before‑and‑after inspection photos, language access and mold testing—after which council adopted an amended housing motion.
Governor's Cabinet: Rep. DeSantis, Executive , Florida
Speaking in Palm Harbor, Gov. Ron DeSantis commended students and first responders, said Florida requires 9/11 instruction in schools and pledged additional scholarship money for students; he also referenced long-term health impacts on first responders and criticized political violence in remarks.
Moraga Town, Contra Costa County, California
A UC Master Gardener representative told the council about a planned Firewise demonstration landscape at Moraga Fire District Station 42, funded in part by a $5,000 MOFD grant and with expected support from East Bay Municipal Utility District and local donors; staff agreed to schedule a future presentation to council.
Sunnyvale , Santa Clara County, California
Sunnyvale Zoning Administrator George Schroeder approved a use permit Sept. 10, 2025 for a Pilates studio at 500 Lawrence Expressway, Unit H (file PONG20250367), with updated hours of operation and upgraded bike parking.
Beverly City, Essex County, Massachusetts
State education officials told districts in August that competency-determination frameworks used last year must be replaced; Beverly Superintendent Peter Cushing said the district will prepare an internal proposal by Oct. 31 to allow the school committee to act before the state's Dec. 31 deadline.
Sunnyvale , Santa Clara County, California
Sunnyvale Zoning Administrator George Schroeder approved a use permit Sept. 10, 2025 for a catering company with ancillary on-site events and handheld liquor service at 1220 Oakmead Parkway (file PLNG20250058); staff noted sporadic on-site private events and required site upgrades including trash enclosure and bike parking.
Kane County, Illinois
County solid waste staff showed a new internal recycling poster, announced a Sept. 27 shredding/recycling event and said they will soon launch a regional recycling education and outreach campaign with partner counties and the Metropolitan Mayors Caucus.
Kane County, Illinois
Kane County development staff reviewed a draft 2026 budget with proposed fee increases for stormwater and zoning review, a larger electric‑aggregation contribution to the general fund, and a plan to shift $70,000 in salary and benefits to the riverboat fund to balance the general fund budget.
RADFORD CITY PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
The district’s gifted supervisor reported an 82% AP exam pass rate (up from 63%), 145 students enrolled in dual enrollment last year, and increased governor's school seats; referrals and identification data showed targeted recruitment for underserved students.
Sunnyvale , Santa Clara County, California
Sunnyvale Zoning Administrator George Schroeder approved a special development permit Sept. 10, 2025 allowing Gold Star Gymnasium to expand into an adjacent tenant space at 721–727 Sunnyvale Saratoga Road, with a deed restriction limiting total occupancy and minor edits to conditions of approval.
Ithaca City, Tompkins County, New York
Developers for the Water’s Edge project at 683 Third Street updated the City of Ithaca Planning and Development Board’s Project Review Committee on Sept. 12, presenting a reconfigured site plan that changes a previously proposed mixed‑income southeast building to market‑rate units, shrinks that building’s footprint and shifts it north and west to provide more buffer from the Cayuga Waterfront Trail and to avoid the newly delineated floodplain.
Lawrence, Douglas County, Kansas
Lawrence’s Cultural Arts Commission agreed to extend submission and review dates for the “unmistakable” public-art event grants tied to the World Cup, discussed raising artist stipends from prior levels, and proposed rubric changes for community arts grants to add bonus points for environmental sustainability.
Bossier City Agendas, Bossier Parish, Louisiana
At a Sept. 10 special emergency meeting, the Bossier City Council entered an executive session under La. R.S. 42:17(A)(2) to discuss litigation strategy in two federal cases and returned without taking action. A resident urged transparency during public comment.
Beer Board Meetings, Shelbyville, Bedford County, Tennessee
City officials presented a phased vision to create a pedestrian Riverview entertainment district along South Spring Street, connected to a planned Riverwalk and overlook; legal and operational questions remain about open‑container rules, permitted containers, hours, noise limits and enforcement and the planning commission and council will review.
San Benito County, California
The San Benito County Planning Commission on Tuesday concluded that a 69.25‑acre parcel owned by the San Benito High School District is not inconsistent with the county general plan and directed staff to prepare a formal response recommending further environmental review and a public‑quasi‑public (PQP) overlay.
Grant County, New Mexico
The Community Health Council reported suicide prevention and overdose trainings, a Transportation Resource Mapping initiative to identify transit gaps for seniors and Medicaid users, and a joint Tri-County Youth Prevention Task Force to address substance misuse among youth.
Ithaca City, Tompkins County, New York
At a Sept. 12 Project Review Committee meeting, applicants for 215 College Avenue presented a multipurpose roof terrace with a green-roof perimeter, tile-pedestal surfacing, synthetic turf areas and a pergola; board members asked for material samples, PFAS compliance information, lighting and operations details before final site plan review.
Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
The Los Angeles City Council voted unanimously to deny an appeal and approve a modified certification of the supplemental environmental impact report for the West Harbor amphitheater project in San Pedro, adopting an amendment and sending the item urgent forthwith.
Beer Board Meetings, Shelbyville, Bedford County, Tennessee
Jamie Peguada, the applicant for Latin Drinks, asked the Shelbyville Beer Board for permission to sell beer at a permanent concession on the Shelbyville Flea Market but the board deferred the application after staff said the submission did not clearly meet Tennessee licensing categories.
Wilsonville, Clackamas County, Oregon
City staff presented draft code for a new Northwest Industrial (NWI) zone and revisions to a Craft Industrial (CI) zone for the Basalt Creek planning area. Commissioners asked for clarifications; a nearby property owner urged loosening certain standards that could constrain large industrial buildings.
Delaware County, Ohio
At the Sept. 8 meeting the board scheduled a special session for Sept. 15 to adjourn into executive session over employment/compensation and collective bargaining, and later voted to go into executive session that day to discuss purchase of property and pending or imminent litigation.
Goodyear, Maricopa County, Arizona
The Goodyear Planning and Zoning Commission on Sept. 10 recommended that city council approve a rezoning to create the Estrella 14 Planned Area Development, capping residential entitlement at 6,034 units and setting a minimum of 18% open space across about 1,505 acres.
Moraga Town, Contra Costa County, California
The Moraga Town Council appointed 21 students to the Moraga Youth Involvement Committee for the 2025–26 term and administered the oath of office to those present; staff said 34 students applied and 11 of the new appointees are returnees.
Appropriations, House of Representatives, Legislative, Pennsylvania
The Operations Committee voted to report Senate Bill 160 to the House floor to serve as a vehicle for completing the commonwealth's budget; members debated delays and potential service impacts before the committee approved reporting the bill.
Palm Coast City, Flagler County, Florida
The City of Palm Coast’s SR‑100 Corridor Community Redevelopment Agency approved a tentative FY2026 CRA budget of $3,336,344 and amended the FY2025 budget; the council approved the CRA resolution unanimously during the Sept. 5 meeting.
Goodyear, Maricopa County, Arizona
The Goodyear Planning and Zoning Commission voted Sept. 10, 2025 to recommend city council approve a use permit allowing a 13,895-square-foot fenced outdoor display and trailer staging area for Tractor Supply Co. on a 6.84-acre parcel at West Van Buren Street and North Central Avenue.
Jim Wells County, Texas
The court approved keeping the existing sheriff and constables fee schedule unchanged and adopted the 2025 schedule to be effective Jan. 1, 2026.
Oldsmar, Pinellas County, Florida
Council adopted Resolution 2025‑19 to raise the stormwater utility fee by $3 per ERU per year to finance capital projects and debt service; staff estimated about $3.43 million in additional annual revenue.
Van Zandt County, Texas
The sheriff's office and jail presented only limited line-item cuts. The court agreed to trim vehicle purchases while discussing medical staffing in the jail, patrol vehicle needs, and redistribution of existing vehicles to other county offices.
Revere City, Suffolk County, Massachusetts
Revere Housing Authority briefed the trust on a three‑phase repositioning including a RAD conversion, additional vouchers and redevelopments; city staff reported a developer is seeking to pursue a 100% affordable project on a challenging parcel near the Chelsea boundary and reminded members of Housing Production Plan goals tied to Chapter 40B.
RADFORD CITY PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
Radford City Public Schools on Sept. 10 reported that its special-education program earned perfect scores on the Virginia state performance-plan measures and presented two initiatives: an on-campus transition partnership with Radford University and a plan to contract Piedmont Regional Educational Program to bill Medicaid for eligible school services.
Fort Lauderdale, Broward County, Florida
A majority of the Fort Lauderdale Planning and Zoning Board on Wednesday denied a request to place a decorative bird bath inside the city’s 25-foot front-yard setback at 1918 Northeast 30th Avenue, saying the applicant did not meet the legal criteria for a variance.
Scottsdale, Maricopa County, Arizona
Scottsdale City Council voted to direct the interim city attorney to file a notice of claim preserving the city's ability to challenge the constitutionality of state law SB 1543 after an executive-session discussion on Sept. 9. The vote stops short of immediate litigation; an alternate motion to file a complaint for declaratory judgment failed.
Brevard County, Florida
A Space Coast United Soccer Club leader urged commissioners to support a proposed $20 tax increase to fund parks and recreation facilities; a resident later presented allegations about a District 1 commissioner's prior actions and asked the board to direct staff to investigate.
Struthers City Council, Struthers, Mahoning County, Ohio
Council passed a resolution accepting amounts and rates as set by the budget commission, authorizing necessary tax levies, certifying them to the county auditor and declaring an emergency; the item passed on the council's roll call.
Beverly City, Essex County, Massachusetts
A one-credit summer course drawn from a DESE competitive grant, Harvard Project Zero materials and Fitchburg State coursework is expanding playful-learning strategies across K-8 classrooms, presenters told the school committee.
CENTRAL CONSOLIDATED SCHOOLS, School Districts, New Mexico
The board heard that two in‑kind donations are expected: Save the Children will provide an estimated $44,293 in books, toys and clothing; My Stuff Bags Foundation will send 500 duffel bags for homeless and at‑risk students, valued at about $42,500. Donations are expected to arrive within three weeks.
Lawrence City, Essex County, Massachusetts
The licensing board approved a common victualler (food-service) license for Papi Picapollo Inc., a name change from an existing business; the board told the owner to confirm the required inspection with licensing staff.
Oldsmar, Pinellas County, Florida
Council passed the first reading of Ordinance 2025‑02 to create rules for access to city‑owned, controlled and leased property, citing security of critical infrastructure. Vote on first reading: 4‑0.
Palm Coast City, Flagler County, Florida
The City of Palm Coast City Council on Sept. 5 adopted a tentative fiscal year 2025–2026 budget of $696,444,327 and set a tentative millage rate of 4.0893 mills, by unanimous vote during a public hearing at the John Nitz Community Wing of City Hall.
Delaware County, Ohio
Delaware County approved a second amendment to the 2022 Local Agricultural Easement Purchase Program cooperative agreement with the Ohio Department of Agriculture to extend funding into the next biennium and enable pending closings.
Revere City, Suffolk County, Massachusetts
Trust members discussed strategies to help first‑time homebuyers access programs such as the 1+ mortgage and MassHousing down‑payment assistance; staff proposed a resource landing page and potential partnerships with approved lenders.
McHenry County, Illinois
The Zoning Board of Appeals continued a conditional-use hearing on the Pebble Solar Farm after residents raised concerns about wetlands, remnant oak woodlands, setbacks and property values; the board set an Oct. 22 continuation and asked petitioners for additional ecological studies.
Struthers City Council, Struthers, Mahoning County, Ohio
An ordinance to vacate an alley east of South Bridge Street, between properties at 126 and 130 Southbridge Street, was read and sent to a second reading after a motion and roll call.
Kane County, Illinois
County environmental staff reviewed the 2026 budget proposals including modest fee increases and a proposal to shift $70,000 in salary costs to the riverboat fund; the committee also set a 24-month term for the county's electric aggregation agreement.
Kane County, Illinois
Illinois State Water Survey researchers and county staff presented interim findings of a Kane County shallow‑groundwater study, saying Mill Creek is the watershed most affected by shallow‑aquifer withdrawals and identifying localized chloride hotspots likely linked to road salt.
Lake Stevens, Snohomish County, Washington
Parks staff presented a menu of deferred maintenance and proposed projects and showed how a 0.22 per $1,000 assessed‑value parks levy would translate to roughly $110/year for a median $500,000 home; staff and council members agreed the forthcoming Parks, Recreation and Open Space (PROS) plan should shape any ballot measure priorities.
Moraga Town, Contra Costa County, California
The Moraga Town Council voted unanimously to authorize the town manager to execute a pavement restoration release agreement with Pacific Gas & Electric after PG&E trenched streets under a paving moratorium; staff negotiated a buyout instead of immediate microsurfacing so the town can apply the funds to future paving needs.
Grant County, New Mexico
Hospital CEO Robert Whitaker reported higher admissions and outpatient use in recent months and cautioned that hypothetical Medicaid rate reductions could reduce the hospital’s annual revenue by about $1 million for each 5 percent cut in Medicaid reimbursement rates.
Lake Stevens, Snohomish County, Washington
Staff briefed council on a councilmanic 0.1% public‑safety sales tax that could raise roughly $800,000 annually, and on a competitive three‑year CJTC grant that partially funds new public‑safety positions; staff outlined eligibility, timing and caveats.
Brevard County, Florida
During the budget hearing the board directed staff to update the Barefoot Bay Water and Sewer District rate study, and authorized the utilities department to consult bond counsel to explore options related to outstanding bond debt, subject to county attorney approval.
Lawrence City, Essex County, Massachusetts
The City of Lawrence licensing board approved a one-day all-alcohol license for the Portuguese American Holy Ghost Fraternity; applicant apologized for a missed prior meeting and said he did not receive meeting notices via email.
Lake Stevens, Snohomish County, Washington
Department heads told a retreat Lake Stevens’ IT systems and data stores are increasingly legacy-bound and at risk of losing value; staff recommended a new application/data analyst position, a GIS technician, and investments in SharePoint governance and software modernization to realize efficiencies and protect prior tech investments.
Revere City, Suffolk County, Massachusetts
The Trust described a first funding round of $150,000 for an open call to create or preserve housing at or below 80% AMI, with priority for projects that maximize local preference, leverage other funding sources, or serve households at or below 60% AMI.
RADFORD CITY PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
Superintendent and curriculum staff presented the textbook-adoption timeline Sept. 10, saying Virginia DOE review narrowed options and a local committee will pilot materials; Kiddom is the leading candidate for elementary math, supported by teachers and the division’s CIP bargaining for alignment with pacing guides.
Lake Stevens, Snohomish County, Washington
Council adopted an ordinance in July authorizing automated enforcement for speeding and red‑light violations in school, park and work zones; staff presented candidate school sites and an initial revenue model, and said a consultant‑led equity/crash analysis will guide exact locations and activation plans.
Glens Falls City, Warren County, New York
The Board approved a retroactive permit for a small Garfield Street block party held Sept. 7 and gave conditional approval for a Christmas Eve road march pending documentation; both items passed by voice vote.
CENTRAL CONSOLIDATED SCHOOLS, School Districts, New Mexico
Regional activity coordinators reported robust fall participation and rising community engagement but warned of facility and safety issues — notably highway construction near Shiprock’s cross‑country course — that require contingency planning.
Lake Stevens, Snohomish County, Washington
Mayor and staff told a budget retreat the city’s operating revenues have trailed expenses for years and the 2026 baseline shows a substantial deficit; staff proposed holding 14 vacant positions and shifting property-tax allocations from the street fund to the general fund to narrow the gap.
Delaware County, Ohio
The board appointed Bruce Lutke as chairperson of the Delaware County Transit Board, the commissioners said, following a staff recommendation and unanimous vote.
Van Zandt County, Texas
Commissioners discussed cutting the road-and-bridge allocation to close a roughly $1.2 million budget shortfall, with commissioners from better-funded precincts offering larger reductions and commissioners with worse road conditions asking for smaller cuts or to remain at last year's levels.
Jim Wells County, Texas
The court authorized the Jim Wells County Sheriff’s Office to accept and operate under a 2026 Operation Lone Star grant (number 4379604) providing $470,589 for equipment and overtime, including purchase of patrol vehicles to replace high-mileage units.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
On Sept. 10 the Nantucket Board of Health voted to extend a moratorium on septic-system nitrogen-loading credit variances for 60 days for the Wellhead Protection District and Hummock Pond area, directing staff to draft regulatory language and pursue public notice and town counsel review.
Grand County School Board, Grand County School District, Utah School Boards, Utah
District staff on Sept. 10 reported that exterior work on the new district office and H and K buildings is ahead of schedule while interior finishes have been delayed; preschool is likely to begin in the new facility after the Christmas break.
Brevard County, Florida
Commissioners pressed county public-works staff about materials, testing and schedule for stabilizing a three-mile unpaved Satellite Boulevard; staff said stabilized shell with LBR 113 is being used, work paused during heavy rain and 1.5 miles are funded in the current budget.
RADFORD CITY PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
Radford City Public Schools on Sept. 10 unveiled a 10-week Bridge to Excellence manufacturing immersion that will send students to local manufacturers and New River Community College as part of a regional cohort supported by a 2025 K–12 School Innovation Grant.
Struthers City Council, Struthers, Mahoning County, Ohio
An ordinance setting the rates at which Aqua Ohio will furnish water to Struthers from Jan. 1, 2026, through Dec. 31, 2029, was read and the council voted to send the ordinance to a second reading.
Anacortes, Skagit County, Washington
Two commissioners who attended a Northstar seminar summarized a University of Washington researcher’s argument that housing supply is central to homelessness, and recommended the seminars for broader commissioner attendance.
Lawrence City, Essex County, Massachusetts
The board approved a one-day permit for an Ateneo Dominicano cultural event that includes coffee, tobacco and soft music; organizers said smoking would occur outdoors in a small park and police and fire had no objections.
Lawrence City, Marion County, Indiana
The board approved an agreement with the Indianapolis Gaelic Athletic Association for specified Sundays and discussed event-use arrangements for recurring events such as Loggers and Indiana On Tap, urging clearer written use agreements and transparency about city costs for setup, security and cleanup.
Centerville City Planning Commission, Centerville, Davis County, Utah
The Centerville City Planning Commission on Sept. 10 approved a conditional use permit, a waiver of strict landscaping compliance and the final site plan for a Kwik Trip convenience store and service station at 1262 West Parish Lane, subject to UDOT access approval, Army Corps wetlands mitigation and recording of a minor subdivision and bonding.
Alta Town Council, Alta, Salt Lake County, Utah
The Town Council canceled its uncontested municipal election to save costs, adopted a proclamation declaring Aug. 24, 2025, as Junior Maynoos Day and approved a new local IT managed‑service provider after a competitive RFP.
CENTRAL CONSOLIDATED SCHOOLS, School Districts, New Mexico
Transportation staff reviewed proposed revisions to the district’s transportation procedures. Notable edits clarify items permitted on buses (including musical instruments) and the accident/discipline protocol for activity buses. A board member requested a fuller presentation of Section 4 (school activity trips) at the next regular meeting.
Davidson County, Tennessee
The commission approved minutes, moved the provisional accounting board date for December, called a municipal election for Berry Hill on March 17, 2026, and approved a one-week reopening of the administrator of elections posting.
Grant County, New Mexico
The county voted to join a regional opioid remediation collaborative that coordinates prevention, 988 warm hand-offs, Narcan training, medication-assisted treatment navigation and supportive services among rural counties.
Beverly City, Essex County, Massachusetts
Beverly's mayor-sponsored summer literacy program served 80 rising elementary students and reported measurable gains on DIBELS and writing measures after five weeks, program staff told the school committee.
Davidson County, Tennessee
The Davidson County Election Commission voted unanimously to reopen applications for the county’s administrator of elections for one week, after commissioners debated the size of the applicant pool, staffing continuity and the need for an overlap so the selected candidate can shadow the incumbent.
Little Rock City, Pulaski County, Arkansas
911 Communications reported improved staffing and call‑answer metrics but requested supervisor additions and funds to upgrade the backup/disaster recovery site and transition equipment for next‑generation 911 capabilities.
Revere City, Suffolk County, Massachusetts
Trust staff described terms for a proposed accessory dwelling unit (ADU) loan: $10,000 maximum per project, up to five projects, five‑year forgiveness at 20% per year if the unit remains rented at an affordable rate and the owner continues to occupy the property.
Little Rock City, Pulaski County, Arkansas
Human Resources proposed cuts to discretionary items and recommended moving $75,000 in civil‑service hearing legal costs from HR to police and fire; the department requested new risk and classification positions totaling ~$80,400 and $5,200 respectively.
Glens Falls City, Warren County, New York
The Board of Public Safety approved temporary no‑parking for the Balloon Festival and agreed to place permanent parking changes on a future agenda after residents raised safety concerns about narrow sections near the cemetery.
Delaware County, Ohio
Delaware County approved three‑year renewals of memorandums of understanding and intergovernmental agreements assigning county sheriff deputies to several local school districts and the Delaware Area Career Center, with participating schools paying 50% of deputy wages.
Struthers City Council, Struthers, Mahoning County, Ohio
Maple Crest skilled nursing administrator sent a letter asking the city to advise candidates not to solicit residents without facility approval; mayor read the letter into the record and asked council to note the facility's visitation policy.
Kane County, Illinois
The Kane County Energy & Environmental Committee approved a $20,000 contribution to Batavia’s residential energy-efficiency grant program, aiming to increase the number of homes served next year; Batavia officials told the committee the city’s initial $95,000 program served 25 households and drew more than 160 applicants.
Kane County, Illinois
An Illinois State Water Survey analysis presented to Kane County found Mill Creek's shallow groundwater most severely affected by pumpage, identified concerns about chloride (road-salt) concentrations and reported calibration gaps where the model underestimates peak chloride readings in some Aurora wells.
Grand County School Board, Grand County School District, Utah School Boards, Utah
The Grand Canyon School District on Sept. 10 approved a DFE SHINE (highly needed educator salary supplement) policy designating special education (including speech‑language pathologists), secondary math and secondary science as high‑need areas; roughly 20 teachers may qualify, and the board will review the exhibit annually.
Little Rock City, Pulaski County, Arkansas
The city attorney's office reported litigation successes, case and FOIA volumes, and proposed a slightly reduced 2026 budget while aiming to retain staff and add a part‑time transactional attorney.
Lawrence City, Essex County, Massachusetts
The City of Lawrence licensing board denied requests to permit outdoor cooking on seasonal patios, citing building age, fire risk and public-safety concerns; applicants said they had been using a special permit and had no incidents.
Jim Wells County, Texas
The commissioners approved a memorandum of understanding under which the Jim Wells County Sheriff's Office will provide a deputy to Ben Bolt–Palito Blanco Independent School District for the school year at a flat rate of $46,000, with quarterly reimbursements by the district; the agreement dates were corrected to run through June 15, 2026.
Brevard County, Florida
At its first budget hearing, the Brevard County Board of County Commissioners tentatively adopted aggregate millage rates and set a revised tentative FY 2025–26 budget of $2,510,399,801; the board split on the budget adoption with one commissioner voting no.
Little Rock City, Pulaski County, Arkansas
Planning staff proposed moving sign fees into the annual business‑license process and raising certain application fees to increase revenue and reduce enforcement burden.
Glens Falls City, Warren County, New York
Residents urged the Board of Public Safety to act after repeated near-misses and children playing near Crandall and Lincoln streets. Mayor and police said the city has spent about $250,000 on automated speed equipment now in testing; tickets would require a change in city code and a council public hearing.
Mount Vernon City, Skagit County, Washington
Council authorized the mayor to sign a construction contract with Scott Wall Construction for Bakerview restroom repairs; insurance covers costs after a $25,000 deductible.
Little Rock City, Pulaski County, Arkansas
Department officials reported demolitions, land‑bank activity and asked for additional demolition and lot‑maintenance funding plus operational funding for the Little Rock Microhome Village; they described receivership and state land issues that could require legislation or purchases.
Revere City, Suffolk County, Massachusetts
The Revere Affordable Housing Trust reviewed the nearly completed online application for a $50,000 senior home‑repairs program that will accept rolling applications until funds run out; staff described eligibility, required documentation and in‑person help at the senior center.
Beverly City, Essex County, Massachusetts
Parents, teachers and the district's CPAC told the Beverly School Committee that students are missing legally mandated special-education services. The committee asked Superintendent Peter Cushing to convene a focused review group and to gather stakeholders before deciding on any third-party audit or request for proposals.
Little Rock City, Pulaski County, Arkansas
The city's Department of Community Programs requested $5 million for Prevention, Intervention, and Treatment (PIT) services and described new uniform data collection and evaluation steps intended to tie contracts to performance.
Struthers City Council, Struthers, Mahoning County, Ohio
A retaining wall collapse and bees at a property said to be owned or managed by American Scholar prompted residents to ask the council to pursue code enforcement; staff advised property-code review and possible civil remedies for affected homeowners.
Long Branch City, Monmouth County, New Jersey
Residents raised repeated safety concerns about juveniles riding e‑bikes and motor scooters without helmets and claimed inconsistent enforcement; the council and public safety representatives said they are working on enforcement and legislative options but gave no immediate remedy.
Alta Town Council, Alta, Salt Lake County, Utah
Alta Ski Lifts told the council the Supreme chair towers are installed and the lift could be ready about a month early if load tests succeed; contractors found nineteenth‑century artifacts while replacing a waterline, and the company is working with state and federal archaeologists to document finds.
Lawrence City, Marion County, Indiana
Board members raised safety and property concerns after publicized hill workouts drew more than 200 participants, with organizers asked to meet city staff to discuss parking, signage and site use.
Daytona Beach City, Volusia County, Florida
Resident Jenny Nasak said the Tír na nÓg Irish Pub on East International Speedway Boulevard is closing because the building has been condemned; speakers paid tribute to the venue as a community hub for comedy and independent music.
City of Sunny Isles Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida
The City Commission voted to set the final ad valorem millage at 1.7 mills and adopted the operating and capital improvement budgets for fiscal year 2025‑26 after debate over staffing levels, reserves and budget process; public commenters urged performance‑based budgeting.
CENTRAL CONSOLIDATED SCHOOLS, School Districts, New Mexico
District assessment staff presented IMESA and EMIRRA baseline results showing the lowest on‑target percentages in third grade for interim measures and large shares at the lowest performance level in early grades on EMIRRA math and reading.
Anacortes, Skagit County, Washington
The Planning Commission kept the public hearing on the 2025 Comprehensive Plan open and scheduled further comment and deliberations for upcoming meetings, including Sept. 24 and potential special sessions.
Grand County School Board, Grand County School District, Utah School Boards, Utah
The Grand Canyon School District Board of Education on Sept. 10 ratified a superintendent separation agreement, and district administrator Matthew Keyes will serve as acting superintendent effective immediately.
MIDDLE COUNTRY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
The Board approved a consent agenda including minutes from several meetings, building emergency response plans for 2025–26, authorization items related to NISBRA and a second reading of policy 8505 on meal charges and prohibition against meal shaming; one member abstained from the consent vote.
Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
Volunteers with My Friends House Foundation asked the council for a weekly parking/loading permit at 540 South San Pedro on Wednesdays so they can offload clothing, shoes and other supplies for people experiencing homelessness; the city clerk said staff would try to connect them with Council District 14.
Delaware County, Ohio
The Delaware County commissioners approved an invitation to bid for phased renovations to the Willis Building, with construction staged to avoid interference with elections and an anticipated completion in early 2027.
Brentwood, St. Louis County, Missouri
The Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously recommended a text amendment to Section 402.1 to define "solar energy systems," set flush-mounting and trimming standards, and allow Architectural Review Board or P&Z exceptions, while noting state statute limits on denying residential installations.
Kane County, Illinois
The Kane County Energy and Environmental Committee voted to allocate $20,000 from the county's electric-aggregation funds to help Batavia expand a residential energy-efficiency program that provides audits and rebates to homeowners.
Ithaca City, Tompkins County, New York
City staff briefed council Sept. 10 about rehabilitation needs at the 60‑Foot (Potters Falls) Dam on Six Mile Creek. FEMA has offered about $5.5 million for dam safety improvements; staff estimate total rehabilitation and dredging costs could approach $9–10 million and said the grant must be used by September 2027.
Long Branch City, Monmouth County, New Jersey
A resident accused the mayor and council of causing higher school and county taxes through developer tax abatements and by retaining surplus funds; city officials responded that tax abatements do not reduce school board budgets and explained the city’s role as tax collector and limits on controlling other governments’ budgets.
Fort Thomas Independent, School Boards, Kentucky
The Highlands High School daily announcement listed the lunch options for Sept. 10 as French toast sticks or a large corn dog with sausage patty, plus hash browns and cinnamon apples.
Grant County, New Mexico
The U.S. Forest Service presented a proposal to limit outfitter and guide service days on the local forest, seeking to reduce current reported service days from 11,000 to about 7,000 primarily by attrition and to address crowding, drawing mixed reactions from commissioners and residents.
Fort Thomas Independent, School Boards, Kentucky
The Highlands High School swim and dive team will host an informational meeting Thursday at 7 p.m. in the cafeteria; students were directed to contact a coach in Room 101 or via Schoology for questions.
Struthers City Council, Struthers, Mahoning County, Ohio
Residents presented a petition and described nighttime disturbances from vehicles and people using a residential lot as a commercial parking area; council and staff said the property currently complies with the city ordinance and suggested changing the code if the council wants different limits.
Jim Wells County, Texas
The commissioners approved participation in two Texas opioid settlement programs: a Purdue/Sackler settlement administered by the state (amount sent to Texas $286 million) and a regional allocation under a separate settlement that directly allocates $43,244 to Jim Wells County and creates a regional competitive fund.
Fort Thomas Independent, School Boards, Kentucky
Students interested in playing Super Smash Bros. for the Highlands esports team can attend after-school sign-ups with Mr. Wen in Room 305; the announcement did not provide a specific September date.
Daytona Beach City, Volusia County, Florida
Speakers said a single code enforcement officer currently covers Daytona Beach's beachside and urged a dedicated officer or redevelopment standards position to ensure timely follow-through on property maintenance and public-rights-of-way issues.
Mount Vernon City, Skagit County, Washington
Council approved a $14,942 contract amendment to Wilson Engineering to finish alternative analysis for a combined-sewer-separation feasibility study; staff will present the final report in October.
Elgin, Bastrop County, Texas
A staff member urged residents to volunteer for Elgin’s Hawkeye festival, saying more than 100 people assist on the day of the event and listing tasks from signage to vendor support. No contact or sign-up details were specified.
CENTRAL CONSOLIDATED SCHOOLS, School Districts, New Mexico
District staff reported a 92.2 percent overall attendance rate for Aug. 6–Sept. 4 and an approximate 20 percent chronic absenteeism rate, with several schools reporting rates at or above 25 percent.
MIDDLE COUNTRY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
The Middle Country Board of Education presented a plaque and public remarks honoring Kathy Walsh, who resigned in 2025; board members praised her years of service and community projects she helped organize.
Prescott City, Yavapai County, Arizona
Organizer of the Pure Imagination Festival told the Prescott Tourism Advisory Committee the event generates roughly $750,000–$1 million in annual economic impact but has run cumulative losses; the committee tabled a funding recommendation and directed staff to work with the organizer and align any request with a forthcoming city policy.
Arroyo Grande City, San Luis Obispo County, California
City council directed staff to proceed with a master plan and infrastructure priorities for the SOTA Sports Complex and Elm Street Park, but deferred action on converting tennis courts to dedicated pickleball courts pending additional community outreach and survey data.
Brentwood, St. Louis County, Missouri
The Brentwood Planning and Zoning Commission voted unanimously to forward a revised comprehensive sign plan for Good Clean Dog to the Board of Aldermen, removing a mural slogan, requiring the north wall be painted neutral, limiting storefront lettering to a single bay and restricting exposed-bulb lighting.
Bronx County/City, New York
Committee members reported that Pelham Parkway’s project is in final design and awaiting permits before procurement; the Botanical Gardens access work is progressing smoothly; Catherine from Parks is expected to brief the committee at the Oct. 9 meeting with additional details.
Lawrence City, Marion County, Indiana
The City of Lawrence Parks and Recreation Board voted to enter a two-year use-and-upgrade agreement with the Oakland and Youth Organization to operate and invest in the Lee Road Park fieldhouse; the group pledged to cover utilities and buy in upgrades estimated at $50,000 in year one and about $100,000 over two years.
Ithaca City, Tompkins County, New York
City staff outlined a re-framed climate action plan titled "Dignity toward Decarbonization," emphasizing human-centered, systems-based strategies spanning housing, public health, labor, energy reliability and emergency response, and announced phased public feedback and a visual prioritization tool.
Anacortes, Skagit County, Washington
Staff briefed the commission on SB 5509 requirements and a docketed request to allow child care in industrial zones; some commissioners supported outright allowance while others wanted conditional‑use limits tied to safety and design standards.
Long Branch City, Monmouth County, New Jersey
The Long Branch City Council approved Ordinance 0-11-25 on Sept. 10, authorizing conveyance of permanent and partial easement interests in city parcels to the New Jersey Department of Transportation for the Route 36 Troutman’s Creek bridge project; no public comment was offered on the measure.
Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
Councilmember Monica Rodriguez presented a certificate to Don Leonardo Lopez recognizing his businesses, Pico Rivera Sports Arena stewardship and cultural contributions to Los Angeles and surrounding communities.
CENTRAL CONSOLIDATED SCHOOLS, School Districts, New Mexico
Career Prep High staff presented a 90‑day plan focused on SAT‑style practice, formative assessments aligned to standards, cohort tracking for graduation and STEM kits for hands‑on science. The school reported a current enrollment of 118 students and described multiple targeted interventions for credit recovery and attendance.
Alta Town Council, Alta, Salt Lake County, Utah
A resident requested that the town produce public records the town used to assess right‑of‑way status on Albion Basin Road; the speaker read a 1990 Forest Service letter referencing a 1941 Salt Lake County right‑of‑way grant and asked the town to disclose its documentary basis.
School City of Mishawaka, School Boards, Indiana
The board approved the personnel report, which included appointment of eight certified and 22 classified positions, 17 extra‑duty assignments, three volunteer recommendations, and named Brian Scoggins as a new assistant principal at Mishawaka High School; the report also recorded the retirement of Susan Long from food services after 24 years.
WARREN CO. R-III, School Districts, Missouri
Broadcasters said Warrenton will have to adjust after an injury to Jacob Kinney, who the announcers identified as the team’s starting linebacker and primary special-teams player (placekicker, field-goal kicker and punter). The broadcast also flagged a midgame injury scare to Jaylen Mack, who later returned and scored.
Beaver County, Pennsylvania
A public commenter at the Beaver County Board meeting on Sept. 11 questioned rising bid amounts and whether playground equipment purchases were competitively bid or obtained via CoStar vendors; county staff said change orders require Community Development approval and that they would check contract details.
Daytona Beach City, Volusia County, Florida
Board members and public commenters proposed sponsored murals and advertising on the boardwalk's blank under-structures and urged accent lighting for the Coquina Arch; staff said kiosks are on hold until the Main Street streetscape design is complete.
Fort Lauderdale, Broward County, Florida
The Fort Lauderdale City Commission on Sept. 12 adopted a $1,194,366,687 fiscal 2026 budget and kept the operating millage at 4.1193; the vote was 4-1 with Vice Mayor Herbst opposed. The commission also approved a series of special assessments and a $403 annual residential fire assessment.
Milton, Pierce County, Washington
Planning commissioners discussed proposed amendments to design standards and guidelines for multifamily and mixed-use developments, including parking placement, dumpster screening, building materials, pedestrian pathways and possible triggers to require upgrades to existing properties; no formal action was taken.
Jim Wells County, Texas
Commissioners authorized the county judge to execute a subgrant agreement with NACO for $50,000 to help fund renovations, marketing, signage and equipment for the Nexus Center for Growth and Development in the bank building.
Fort Thomas Independent, School Boards, Kentucky
Highlands High School announced that voting for junior class officers will take place Sept. 12–15 at 2:45 p.m. each day during the specified period.
Bronx County/City, New York
Morris Park BID announced an approved public-art installation by artist Ruth Marshall at the Matthew Molina playground, with installation starting the coming Friday and community workshops at Morris Park Library over several Saturdays; the project was funded in part by a Bronx Council on the Arts grant.
Anacortes, Skagit County, Washington
Planning staff presented draft code language to add 'coliving' as a permitted housing type in zones that already allow multifamily units, with special standards and a clarified parking approach to follow.
Anchorage Municipality, Alaska
Officials told the assembly the federal SAFER grant that has funded firefighters will leave a $2.6 million gap in 2026 absent backfill, and that projected reductions or timing shifts in SEMT reimbursement could limit funding options for the fire department and the Mobile Crisis Team.
Milton, Pierce County, Washington
Staff told the planning commission it has submitted the draft critical areas ordinance to state reviewers and plans to return with a public hearing and recommendation after the 60-day state review; the draft incorporates state-required "no net loss" language and reorganizes definitions.
WARREN CO. R-III, School Districts, Missouri
Wentzville Liberty defeated the Warrenton Warriors 35-0 at Liberty Field on Sept. 12. Quarterback Sullivan Thornton accounted for multiple touchdowns and Jaylen Mack had three scoring plays, while Warrenton’s defense produced several punts and a late long drive but failed to score.
Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
Council members proclaimed Latino Heritage Month, presented certificates to activist Carlos Montes and artist Francisco Letelier, and unveiled the Department of Cultural Affairs’ Latino Heritage Month calendar featuring Letelier’s cover art.
Anacortes, Skagit County, Washington
City planning staff told the Planning Commission Sept. 10 that proposed updates to Title 19 would shorten administrative steps for many building permits, shift more contested land‑use decisions from the Planning Commission to a contracted hearing examiner and reconsider local shoreline appeals.
Show Low, Navajo County, Arizona
Mayor John Leach Jr. and Show Low Parks and Recreation staff described summer attendance, swim lessons, and recurring community events including the Fourth of July parade and the Show Low Shines Christmas parade on a city broadcast.
Ithaca City, Tompkins County, New York
City staff presented five recommended changes for the South Side form district Sept. 10; council accepted staff recommendations on parcel zoning and removed mandatory off-street parking but rejected increases in permitted building height and removal of pitched‑roof requirements.
Milton, Pierce County, Washington
The commission voted unanimously to recommend the 2025 annual zoning code updates to city council, including clarifying accessory dwelling unit (ADU) requirements to require a permanent foundation, adding vehicle repair to a business district, and specifying temporary sign spacing in the right of way.
MIDDLE COUNTRY CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
Northwell Health presented a new school partnership offering assessments, same-week appointments at a Riverhead behavioral health center, care coordination, teacher training and parent programming; district leaders said they will work with Northwell on communication and program rollout.
Fort Thomas Independent, School Boards, Kentucky
Highlands High School announced the Family, Career and Community Leaders of America (FCCLA) will hold its first meeting tomorrow in Room 001 and encouraged all new and returning members to attend.
Alta Town Council, Alta, Salt Lake County, Utah
During public comment the town heard calls to add trash receptacles, an accessible toilet and dark‑sky‑compliant lighting to the ongoing Tom Moore restoration project and for caution about how a proposed conservation easement could create nonconforming uses.
Long Branch City, Monmouth County, New Jersey
The Long Branch City Council on Sept. 10 adopted Ordinance 0-10-25, authorizing $1,095,500 in bonds alongside an expected $750,000 New Jersey Department of Transportation grant to fund roadway reconstruction, IT server purchases and replacement of traffic signals; some project details and schedules remain undecided.
Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
Councilmember Curren Price and colleagues recognized Veronica Lewis for 21 years at Homeless Outreach Program, Integrated Care Services (HOPICS); Lewis highlighted harm-reduction work, overdose reversals and urged continued focus on humanity in services.
Montgomery County, Virginia
Radford Planning Commission on July 21 recommended forwarding an application by New River Community Action to rezone a portion of 212 Third Avenue from B-3/Central Business to R-4 Multifamily, the Montgomery County commission’s Radford liaison reported Sept. 10.
Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
Councilmember Bob Blumenfield presented certificates to the Lanark Dragons walking-soccer team; Dr. Ben Drilling asked the council to designate fields, promote leagues and help publicize a citywide walking-soccer initiative for older adults.
Mount Vernon City, Skagit County, Washington
Council authorized an amendment to the David Evans design contract to pursue a redesigned, constructible approach for the Carpenter Creek/Hickox Road culvert replacement that reduces excavation by making shoring part of the permanent structure.
CENTRAL CONSOLIDATED SCHOOLS, School Districts, New Mexico
Mesa Elementary presented a fall 90‑day plan to the school board outlining structured‑literacy implementation, continued math work, STEM/science strategies, pre‑K impacts and targeted attendance interventions; staff said a recently awarded $25,000 structured‑literacy grant will support the work.
Milton, Pierce County, Washington
The Milton Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend city council adopt the draft 2025 comprehensive plan updates, including a future land use map amendment to reclassify property owned by East Pierce Fire and Rescue as community facilities to allow a new fire station.
Bronx County/City, New York
At the Sept. 10 Parks Committee meeting, members nominated and approved Janice Wolcott to continue as chair and signaled that Debbie Kowalik will serve as her co-chair; the committee held a brief, unrecorded voice nomination and second with no roll-call vote recorded.
Spanish, Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
The council offered memorial statements and closed the session in memory of Robert Knight and Hushmen Alge Ali, highlighting their community contributions.
Spanish, Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
At the meeting opening the council moved to approve the minutes from a prior session and to adopt routine resolutions; motions were made and seconded and the transcript records an affirmative voice vote.
Anchorage Municipality, Alaska
OMB and municipal managers described a small organizational reorganization for the 2026 budget that removes a middle-management layer and elevates public works to its own top-line department to better align with the mayor's housing and development priorities.
School City of Mishawaka, School Boards, Indiana
The board approved the consent agenda covering multiple routine matters: bill warrants and payroll totaling $6,683,750.68; a five‑year staffing agreement with St. Joe Regional Medical Center for athletic trainer services (2025–2030); and a memorandum of understanding with the Boys & Girls Club for employment of Monte Anderson, among other items.
Fort Thomas Independent, School Boards, Kentucky
Highlands High School announced the Bluebird Brew Cafe has opened for the 2025–26 school year and directed students to a Schoology update posted by a staff member for details.
Beaver County, Pennsylvania
At a Sept. 11, 2025 Beaver County Board of Commissioners meeting, public commenters pressed the board for information about a 287(g) memorandum of agreement the sheriff signed and sent to Homeland Security; commissioners said ICE had not yet approved the agreement and that no formal action had been taken by the board.
Daytona Beach City, Volusia County, Florida
CRA staff outlined commercial, small project, landscape, lease subsidy, residential façade and historic preservation grants and reported contributing $682,000 to the Main Street Coquina Arch project; Parks and Rec and the mayor selected Oct. 3 at 9 a.m. for a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
Spanish, Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
Volunteers who run a long-standing weekly outreach program asked the council for a three-hour parking permit/moratorium so they can continue distributing food, clothing and services without receiving parking citations.
Ithaca City, Tompkins County, New York
Deputy director for zoning told council the city has a New York State grant to perform a comprehensive zoning rewrite: RFPs go out in September, consultant selection in October, kickoff in November, public outreach beginning in 2026 and adoption expected 18–24 months after kickoff.
Springdale Town Council Meetings, Springdale , Washington County, Utah
The Springdale Town Council Sept. 10 extended local bans on some open burning and the discharge of fireworks, citing continued wildland‑urban interface risks and recent fire‑district reports.
Danbury School District, School Districts, Connecticut
The Danbury Board of Education approved an application to the Connecticut State Department of Education to continue family‑resource center services; the motion as read referenced a different street name, a discrepancy recorded in the minutes.
Jim Wells County, Texas
County election officials sought permission to invite vendor demonstrations of a new electronic voting system that prints ballots on-site with a paper trail; commissioners agreed to schedule vendor demos and tabled formal purchase decisions.
Palatine CCSD 15, School Boards, Illinois
Superintendent provided routine district updates including school visits, plans for an annual report, early‑childhood planning, fall sports tryout numbers and ongoing transportation staffing challenges. The district announced that Kareen, director of health services, passed a national certification exam.
Spanish, Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
Councilmembers marked the start of Hispanic Heritage Month with the release of a cultural guide, recognition of longtime community leaders and promotion of the "El Grito" celebration at Grand Park.
Anchorage Municipality, Alaska
OMB staff told the assembly the memo shows roughly $1.2 billion in six-year capital requests and that recurring maintenance often appears in bond requests rather than operating budgets, inflating bond totals and deferring routine upkeep.
Spanish, Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
Councilmembers presented certificates and praise for Verónica Lewis, outgoing director of Hopics, recognizing more than two decades of work on homelessness, addiction recovery and community services.
Anchorage Municipality, Alaska
Mayor LaFrance and Office of Management and Budget staff presented the municipality's 120-day memo on Sept. 12, citing preliminary 2026 revenues, tax-cap calculations and a $700 million decline in state support over the past decade that will pressure the operating and capital budgets.
Ithaca City, Tompkins County, New York
The Common Council approved a roster amendment Sept. 10 to fund a newly created senior housing inspector position by defunding one housing code inspector slot; staff described the change as budget neutral and already included in the city budget.
Spanish, Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
The City Council honored a walking-soccer program for older adults and heard a request from the program founder to create a city-sponsored league ahead of the World Cup and other local events.
Alta Town Council, Alta, Salt Lake County, Utah
Town council and estate representatives discussed a proposal to rezone the Patsy Marley parcel for a 29‑unit condominium building versus implementing a 10‑lot subdivision allowed under a 2014 settlement; council did not take action and directed further review of access, water and visual‑impact conditions.
Delaware County, Ohio
A short roll-call exchange in the transcript shows Missus Lewis and Mister Merrill voting "Aye" on motion 2 5Dash727. The transcript does not include the motion text, mover/second, or the complete vote tally, so the final outcome is not specified in the record.
Mount Vernon City, Skagit County, Washington
The council authorized the mayor to sign a collective bargaining agreement with the Police Command Guild covering three lieutenants, adjusting pay differentials and converting overtime to a professional leave benefit.
Montgomery County, Virginia
Planning Director updated the commission on staff health, a joint meeting with the Board of Supervisors Oct. 6, the Oct. 8 regular meeting items, completed village engagement sessions, the Valley to Valley Trail Study public survey, and a Bridal Fork Corridor study with the state and the Town of Blacksburg.
Gahanna, Franklin County, Ohio
Mayor announced the appointment of Elizabeth Lazer to fill a vacancy on the Planning Commission and administered the oath of office at the Sept. 10 meeting.
Lorain County, Ohio
Lorain County administration said it will open the Transportation and Community Center lobby to the traveling public part-time to address federal transit questions; county staff also reported RFPs for real-estate options related to a reclamation/wastewater project are due Oct. 1.
Ferguson-florissant R-II, School Districts, Missouri
A community member urged the district to expand career and technical education and employer partnerships so students who prefer trades have viable options; board members acknowledged the point and administration said it would continue related discussions.
LaSalle County, Illinois
LaSalle County Insurance Committee approved COBRA rates for all Medicare plans for Jan. 2026 and forwarded the resolution to the full board by roll call.
Little Rock City, Pulaski County, Arkansas
Parks and Recreation outlined a 2026 budget request focusing on maintenance of expanding park acreage, two additional maintenance positions for ballfields and recreation sites, operational funding for a new senior center, and investment needs at ResMed tennis and golf facilities.
Miami Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida
Summary of formal actions taken by the City of Miami Beach Board of Adjustment on Sept. 12, 2025, including minutes approval, a continuance, and three variance approvals.
Lorain County, Ohio
A commissioner urged staff to prepare data and a public discussion about using county authority to reduce property taxes for seniors under homestead and owner-occupied credits, requesting materials for an Oct. 7 meeting.
Spanish, Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
Durante el periodo de comentarios del 12 de septiembre, dos oradores expresaron que los contratos con la policía están cargando el presupuesto municipal, pidieron auditoría pública y expresaron preocupación por la supuesta colaboración de agentes con ICE.
School City of Mishawaka, School Boards, Indiana
Finance staff presented 2026 budget projections, including a projected $720,000 curriculum rental allocation, $499,000 carryover set aside, education fund revenue projections and shifts of technology costs to the referendum fund; public hearings on the bus replacement and capital projects plans were opened and closed with no public comment.
Lorain County, Ohio
The board approved seven extensions and related subgrants funding shelter, guardianship, referral and youth services via TANF and Title 20 grants, including awards to Safe Harbor, United Way (211), Beyond Guardianship and youth tutoring providers.
Springdale Town Council Meetings, Springdale , Washington County, Utah
Springdale officials told the council Sept. 10 that Switchpoint Community Resource Center has expressed interest in developing the Trapper Circle parcel for workforce housing, and the council asked to vet the nonprofit before any commitment.
Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
Personnel Department staff told the council committee that the state reduction from 90 to 75 days to decide presumptive sworn workers' compensation claims is impractical given long waits for Qualified Medical Evaluator appointments; staff said medical treatment continues but wage replacement often remains delayed until claims are accepted.
Jim Wells County, Texas
The court ratified the city and county’s joint application for a $100,000 Texas Department of Transportation FY26 RAMP grant for routine airport maintenance and committed the county’s 50% of the required 10% match ($11,111.11).
Lorain County, Ohio
The board approved two Community Development (CHIP/LSO) contract awards after an original contractor withdrew; commissioners discussed out-of-county bidders and limits on local preference under federal funding rules.
Daytona Beach City, Volusia County, Florida
Staff described three feasibility options for the Main Street pier — repair, rebuild with timber, or new concrete — and estimated a $25–$30 million project. Board and public speakers discussed keeping the existing pier during construction due to lease constraints, repair costs, and adding an offshore reef to reduce wave damage.
Camarillo, Ventura County, California
The Camarillo City Council on Sept. 10 approved staff recommendations to adopt an updated Safety Element for the general plan, incorporating recent state legislation on wildfire mapping, evacuation analysis and other hazards; the vote was 4–0 with one absence.
Danbury School District, School Districts, Connecticut
Administrators told the board that removing student cell phones from daily use has calmed classroom behavior and, when combined with ParentSquare notifications, improved emergency messaging during lockdowns and other incidents.
Ferguson-florissant R-II, School Districts, Missouri
The board waived first reading and adopted revisions to policy JHC to allow trained non-registered medical personnel to perform tube feedings with nurse approval; the board also reviewed public-participation policy changes and approved several legislative-driven policy updates.
Mount Vernon City, Skagit County, Washington
Council voted to re-establish an interim ordinance (moratorium) on off-street parking rules after a lapse; a public hearing is scheduled within 60 days as required by law.
LaSalle County, Illinois
The LaSalle County Insurance Committee voted to forward a recommendation to switch the retiree Medicare Advantage carve‑out to Humana (medical) and Express Scripts (pharmacy) while retaining Benistar for retiree administration.
Danville CCSD 118, School Boards, Illinois
District 118 approved a contract addendum to continue providing meals to a Head Start center (off-site) for the 2025–26 school year; the Head Start program pays the district for breakfast, lunch and a snack under the arrangement.
Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
City CAO and Personnel Department reported on MOU 35 hiring hall practices, contrasted them with project labor agreements (PLAs) and the city's targeted local hire program, and identified several craft classifications for possible apprenticeships or bridge‑to‑jobs pathways.
Miami Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida
The Board of Adjustment approved several variances to allow portions of a proposed two‑story 'understory' home at 5940 North Bay Road to be partially filled, enclosed and air-conditioned; staff supported the request citing lot size, waterfront location and design.
Lorain County, Ohio
Commissioners heard an update on the county’s decision to lease fleet vehicles through Enterprise. Staff said early operational issues were worked through and savings will be clearer once vehicles cycle into next leases.
Spanish, Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
En la reunión del 12 de septiembre, el comité informó que 349 puestos fueron identificados para posible eliminación; 279 están ‘pausados’ por acuerdos laborales. Funcionarios describieron fallas en la configuración de Workday (reglas 161/171) que están bloqueando pagos y horas extras; el comité pospuso acción y pidió seguimiento.
Little Rock City, Pulaski County, Arkansas
Police asked for funding to modernize technology including a new evidence storage site, radio/vehicle technology and to continue extensive training and recruitment programs; department leaders stressed persistent vacancies and a steady training regimen for officers.
Ithaca City, Tompkins County, New York
The Ithaca Common Council voted unanimously Sept. 10 to amend the 2024 HUD entitlement annual action plan, adding $70,000 to fund Cherry Street sidewalk segments and reducing the economic development loan fund by the same amount.
Jim Wells County, Texas
Jim Wells County authorized the county judge to execute closing documents to buy a 10-acre parcel for a stormwater retention pond tied to a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) project; purchase will be made with grant funds and title work is cleared.
Palatine CCSD 15, School Boards, Illinois
District finance staff opened the ISBE‑required public hearing on the FY26 tentative budget, describing it as a provisional document that previously showed a provisional deficit of nearly $2 million; the board closed the hearing and reconvened in open session and will present a revised final budget later in the meeting.
Camarillo, Ventura County, California
City stormwater manager Jessica Ouellette briefed the council Sept. 10 on California Coastal Cleanup Day set for Sept. 20, 2025, from 9 a.m. to noon; the city will host two sites and encourages volunteers to bring reusable supplies.
Montgomery County, Virginia
At the Sept. 10 Planning Commission meeting, Board of Supervisors liaison Todd King reported the Board majority approved the county to assume operation of the Public Service Authority, with the change to take effect next month.
Lorain County, Ohio
The Board of Lorain County Commissioners approved a $417,000 contract and related appropriation to install redundant HVAC systems at the county 9-1-1 center after repeated cooling failures, citing risk to equipment and service continuity.
Mount Vernon City, Skagit County, Washington
Council voted to extend an interim ordinance regulating accessory dwelling units (ADUs) for six months while staff completes housing element and permanent development regulations.
Gahanna, Franklin County, Ohio
The Planning Commission approved a conditional-use permit to allow a residential concrete contractor to operate from 254 West Johnstown Road, with an added condition prohibiting any future outdoor storage of materials; the permit allows office use now and anticipates a possible future equipment building under 5,000 square feet.
Ferguson-florissant R-II, School Districts, Missouri
The student representative and public commenters urged the board to restore supports removed in the new schedule and highlighted problems with Chromebooks, the activity bus, loss of advisory and a single athletic trainer for the district.
Danville CCSD 118, School Boards, Illinois
The board approved a $49,795 agreement using Illinois Empower grant funds to hire Urban Learning Leadership Center for leadership training, coaching and professional development at Southview Upper Elementary, required because the school currently has a designation status from the Illinois State Board of Education.
School City of Mishawaka, School Boards, Indiana
The board waived a second reading and adopted a package of policy updates addressing areas including student cell‑phone use, attendance, curriculum, recording of meetings, privacy, assessments, paid supplements and more to comply with legislative changes cited by district counsel.
Mills, Natrona, Wyoming
In a special session, the Planning and Zoning Commission voted unanimously to approve a staff-initiated rezoning of Mountain Meadows No. 2, Lot 2A (Ridgeway West) from urban agricultural to Residential 1, forwarding the advisory recommendation to city council; final plat, drainage and traffic details will be addressed at later steps.
Safety Harbor City, Pinellas County, Florida
The Planning and Zoning Board recommended approval of city-initiated amendments to the Land Development Code to implement the Live Local Act (Senate Bill 1730), clarifying administrative review, definitions, and affordable-housing land use restriction agreements; the ordinance goes to the City Commission for readings on Oct. 6 and Oct. 20.
Daytona Beach City, Volusia County, Florida
Angela Armstrong, project manager for the Main Street and South Atlantic Community Redevelopment Agency, told board members the CRA is coordinating with Volusia County and consultants on a boardwalk extension that will run from Breakers Park to Harvey Avenue and that $1.9 million is allocated for the extension, with construction expected to take at least two years.
Hamilton County, Indiana
Board heard progress reports: glide-slope antennas and tower installed but flight check pending; a 6,000-gallon septic tank was installed for the taxway extension project; the board approved crack-seal work, authorized excavation for an executive hangar project and ratified AIP grant agreements for runway lighting and taxiway work.
Danville CCSD 118, School Boards, Illinois
District 118 approved a cooperative agreement to share an audiologist with a regional special-education cooperative and Urbana; the district’s share for the 2025–26 school year is $31,646.05 for 60 days of service, funded through the district budget for special education.
Palatine CCSD 15, School Boards, Illinois
A student was taken into police custody after a weapon was found in the student’s backpack at Plum Grove Middle School, district officials said at a school board meeting.
Mount Vernon, Westchester County, New York
Residents of the 500 block of South Third Avenue told the council that 10 of 14 summer weekends had events that blocked street access; they requested parking decals or other measures and a calendar so residents can plan. Council members said they would investigate with the police and recreation department.
Springdale Town Council Meetings, Springdale , Washington County, Utah
The council interpreted town land‑use rules to mean a building remains 'nonconforming' when its foundation and utilities remain, even if the above‑ground framing was removed for rot or decay. Council members voted to direct the planning commission to tighten definitions and add a demolition permit process to close ambiguities.
Miami Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida
The Board of Adjustment granted an after-the-fact six-inch rear-yard variance to legalize a paddle court built on a waterfront lot after staff said the lot’s irregular shape created a hardship; a code enforcement complaint prompted the review.
Montgomery County, Virginia
The Montgomery County Planning Commission voted Sept. 10 to approve final plats for Walnut Creek Phase 3 Section 2 and Capstone Phase 1, subject to staff conditions including resolution of a sediment detention issue and review of private covenants and a stormwater maintenance agreement before Board of Supervisors action.
Parkway C-2, School Districts, Missouri
District curriculum leaders told the Parkway board on Sept. 10 that a targeted evaluation of K–12 social studies will examine vertical alignment, implementation viability, relevance and student outcomes, with task forces convening this fall and a memo to the board planned for April.
Danbury School District, School Districts, Connecticut
District officials reported progress filling many positions before school started but said persistent shortages remain in math, science, special education and paraeducator roles; the district also described use of a video screening tool to manage large applicant pools.
Jim Wells County, Texas
County emergency management recommended a 90-day burn ban after Keetch-Byram drought-index readings exceeded the county threshold; commissioners approved the ban with provisions for early lifting if significant rain occurs.
Camarillo, Ventura County, California
A naval base liaison told the Camarillo City Council on Sept. 10 a multi-service test and training exercise at Naval Base Ventura County Point Mugu will run Sept. 5–19 and may cause increased noise during peak hours.
Mount Vernon City, Skagit County, Washington
Skagit Valley Bicycle Coalition members asked the council to push for bike- and pedestrian-friendly changes to the SR 536 Skagit River Bridge ahead of a planned yearlong repainting and closure, and offered to help find funding and community support.
Danville CCSD 118, School Boards, Illinois
The board approved continuing a contract with orientation and mobility specialist Bailey Gilbert at $150 per hour plus $75 travel, estimated at about $25,000 for the school year and to be paid from IDEA grant funds, for students with vision impairments.
Albany County School District #1, School Districts, Wyoming
Trustees approved new acceptable‑use policy (second reading) and took first reading of an updated board vision, mission and values policy. The acceptable‑use policy added language on AI and applies to users of district technology resources.
School City of Mishawaka, School Boards, Indiana
The board approved a resolution that permits the district to deny requests for public records intended for commercial purposes, following similar action by the City of Mishawaka, district leaders said.
Miami Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida
The City of Miami Beach Board of Adjustment approved an after-the-fact variance to legalize a covered terrace that encroaches into an interior side-yard setback after staff said the building permit was routed incorrectly.
Albany County School District #1, School Districts, Wyoming
The board approved its meeting agenda and the consent agenda, which included multiple donations to Laramie High School athletics, personnel recommendations and several routine consent items. Trustees asked clarifying questions about two separate donations from the same donors.
Tompkins County, New York
IAED told legislators it is midway through a five‑year county support commitment, exceeded several 5‑year goals early (largely due to a major Southworks project), and emphasized paid workforce pipelines including Tompkins Build and pathways to apprenticeships as priorities for expansion.
Eatonville School District, School Districts, Washington
Board members discussed budget constraints, the cost of district-run elections, an agreement that board members will personally cover extra conference travel, and a stadium construction update with drainage and installation milestones expected by year-end.
Gahanna, Franklin County, Ohio
The Planning Commission approved a variance allowing a roughly 171-square-foot rear addition to sit 11 feet 9 inches from the south side property line, below the R-1 setback of 15 feet, finding the addition matches the existing house and neighborhood pattern.
Jim Wells County, Texas
Representatives from Birch Creek Development presented plans for three utility-scale solar projects in Jim Wells County — Rag Horn, Beaverhead and Bandana — describing timelines, estimated investments and proposed pilot/tax-abatement payments and saying they will seek road-use agreements with the county.
Oviedo, Seminole County, Florida
City of Oviedo water conservation coordinator Jay Stainer described local ordinances, enforcement practices, and a returning H2OV2 incentive that can pay up to $1,000 for landscape retrofits; he also presented city demonstration projects showing large water savings from retrofits and reclaimed water use.
Safety Harbor City, Pinellas County, Florida
The Safety Harbor Planning and Zoning Board voted unanimously to recommend city commission approval of a site plan for eight single-family homes at 3404–3406 Enterprise Road East, while urging the developer to try to save a large live oak, requiring sidewalk improvements and recommending review of HOA maintenance agreements for private utilities.
Eatonville School District, School Districts, Washington
Board members discussed Policy 12 50 and agreed to bring a proposed amendment at a future business meeting to allow a Running Start and/or skill-center student representative and to provide a credit waiver for 100% Running Start representatives.
Decatur County, Indiana
Staff said they are applying for Department of Homeland Security and State Homeland Security Program grants to replace handheld radios that are not P25 Phase 2 compliant and to upgrade the command bus’s internal IT systems; the board discussed grant limits and adapting planned work to fit grant constraints.
Camarillo, Ventura County, California
Multiple Camarillo residents told the City Council Sept. 10 they are alarmed by recent immigration enforcement activity, urged the council to press federal officials and asked the council to form a local immigration response and resource committee; no council action was taken during the meeting.
Albany County School District #1, School Districts, Wyoming
Trustees approved a $6,250 change order so engineers can test and balance Laramie High School’s heating system and avoid future, larger repairs; funding will come from the major maintenance fund.
Mount Vernon City, Skagit County, Washington
Skagit County and city leaders discussed a proposal to pool roughly $2.6 million in opioid settlement funds to support the new STAR Center and to fund short-term detox “bridge” housing and recovery housing; council asked for more detail and requested a work session before committing funds.
Kent, King County, Washington
Mayor Dana Ralph said a mini recycling event will take place at Hogan Park (Russell Road) on Friday the 19th from 9 a.m. to noon, and said the city received grants that help make these events possible.
School City of Mishawaka, School Boards, Indiana
Dr. Stockdale presented iRead results showing growth in second‑ and third‑grade reading proficiency; district third graders outperformed the state last year and the district highlighted kindergarten readiness and elementary growth measures.
School City of Mishawaka, School Boards, Indiana
The School City of Mishawaka board approved selling an 87‑square‑foot corner parcel near Ballard and Lincoln Way to the state for roadwork and ADA ramps; presenters said the small parcel will not affect school operations.
Albany County School District #1, School Districts, Wyoming
District staff will advertise an RFP for commercial grounds maintenance to determine whether contracting out grounds work would be more efficient and sustainable; staff will return with cost and service comparisons.
Springdale Town Council Meetings, Springdale , Washington County, Utah
The Springdale Town Council voted Sept. 10 not to begin the town’s formal business‑license revocation process for Zion Outfitters, the long‑time outfitter at 7 Zion Park Boulevard, unless new information emerges.
Danville CCSD 118, School Boards, Illinois
District 118 approved a license agreement with Gateway Family Services to continue providing counseling services at Mark Denman that Gateway will bill to Medicaid, with no cost to the district, district special-education staff said.
Danbury School District, School Districts, Connecticut
A Danbury teacher praised improvements in food quality and presentation under the district’s new lunch provider while warning of ongoing supply and transportation issues.
Hamilton County, Indiana
The authority increased the airport director’s delegation of authority from $10,000 to $15,000 to speed routine purchases; board members discussed budget questions tied to Sheridan Airport, including part-time maintenance and administrative positions and a proposed salary adjustment for the director given expanded responsibilities.
Mount Vernon, Westchester County, New York
The City Council voted unanimously Sept. 10 to accept a $2,704,000 Community Resilience, Economic Sustainability and Technology (CREST) grant from the Dormitory Authority of the State of New York (DASNY) for renovations at the Dole Center.
Parkway C-2, School Districts, Missouri
Parkway leaders said Sept. 10 they will conduct a targeted evaluation of the district security department, including stakeholder surveys, focus groups and benchmarking against peer districts, with recommendations planned for the board in December.
Struthers City Council, Struthers, Mahoning County, Ohio
A resident told the City Council caucus that the backyard at 426 Elmwood is overgrown to about 4 feet and that prior complaints had not resulted in visible action.
Kent, King County, Washington
Mayor Dana Ralph said the Seattle Thunderbirds flag will be raised at Kent City Hall plaza on Sept. 17 at 3 p.m.; Coach Odette, Coolbird and players are expected to attend.
Tompkins County, New York
The county’s Assigned Counsel office told legislators increased defense costs tied to higher statutory 18‑B rates and discovery reforms have raised the mandated budget baseline. The office said recently announced state aid will reduce the county’s 2026 local share by roughly $300,000 compared with the initial recommendation in the budget book.
Decatur County, Indiana
The 9‑1‑1 director told the board several staff and supervisors will attend a weeklong 9‑1‑1 professional conference and related leadership courses; the center reported it remains short two operators, plans to hire, and will circulate revised standard operating procedures to staff.
Albany County School District #1, School Districts, Wyoming
Staff outlined the boundary‑adjustment team, timeline and community outreach: first team meeting set for Sept. 15; student data distributed Aug. 25; work session presentation planned for Feb. 4 and board presentation in November (per staff timeline).
North Pocono SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
District facilities director described summer maintenance work, new Musco LED stadium lighting with replaced wiring, roof coatings at MPI and planned solar installations in 2026.
Columbia, Lancaster County, Pennsylvania
Commission members discussed inconsistent signage and bright storefront colors in the historic downtown and proposed a small work session with borough council to develop a shared vision and potential sign/color guidance; commissioners noted limits in current ordinance exemptions for certain identification signs.
North Pocono SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
At its Sept. 10 meeting the North Pocono School Board approved a package of routine motions — including curriculum adoption, appointments, financial disbursements and student representative appointments — each by unanimous 8-0 votes.
Wyoming Valley West SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Board voted to approve minutes, general recommended actions and finance reports; item 12 was tabled after a candidate withdrew and staff-recommended subitem (2.b) failed for lack of majority while the broader staff recommendations mostly passed.
Centennial SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
District transportation staff said a proposed Bus Patrol contract would add cloud‑stored interior bus cameras, an operations fee tied to ticket issuance, and a revenue split; staff also described acute driver shortages, proposed pay increases, incentives, and efforts to rebuild a pool of substitute drivers.
Albany County School District #1, School Districts, Wyoming
After extended discussion and questions about cost, utilization and procurement, the Albany County School District #1 Board of Trustees voted 7-2 to remove a Cook Center mental‑health payment from the bill list and approve the monthly financial report as amended.
Scott County, Kentucky
The court approved converting four independent-contractor educators to part-time county employees at a $23.95 hourly rate, effective Sept. 15, for the EMT and advanced EMT training program.
Struthers City Council, Struthers, Mahoning County, Ohio
City staff said bulk pickups are scheduled on Thursdays and residents must call ahead (by Wednesday) to arrange free service; mattresses must be wrapped for collection. Staff and Republic Services have experienced delays when trucks are down or crews are short-staffed.
Wyoming Valley West SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Board discussed wellness center and rectory roof conditions and costs, elevator part arrival and planned installation, new cameras and entry controls, metal detector screening, clear backpacks, and second SRO deployment; buildings-and-grounds budget items to be placed on next work session agenda.
BALDWIN UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
The Baldwin Union Free School District Board of Education approved routine minutes and financial reports, adopted Policy 05/1950 (PPRA), accepted the resignation of board member Mary Jo O’Hagan and approved a confidential settlement and an immediate termination at its Sept. 10 meeting.
BALDWIN UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
District facilities staff presented the Facilities Report Card and said the district posted photos and project folders for each school on the website; energy use is steady with a slight electricity increase tied to added air conditioning in classrooms.
St. Clair County, Michigan
The St. Clair County Board of Commissioners voted to receive and file 16 applications for the District 5 vacancy and scheduled a special meeting at 4 p.m. Thursday the 18th to narrow candidates and plan interviews; the appointed person will serve only until the next general election.
BALDWIN UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
District leaders told the Board of Education that Baldwin’s 2025 graduation rate reached 98% and described expanded summer offerings — credit recovery, Regents review, enrichment, ELL supports and arts programs — that together served several hundred students.
Terrell, Kaufman County, Texas
City consultants presented design concepts for a Catherine Street parklet/town-square entrance, US 80 lighting upgrades, Breezy Hill Park expansion, South Alley interim improvements and a facade/awning program; board gave feedback, asked staff to advance designs and prepare renderings for council consideration and an October RFQ release was noted.
Terrell, Kaufman County, Texas
Developers outlined an adaptive reuse vision for the Southland Building at 504 East Moore, describing mixed-use vendor/incubator space, mezzanine and basement uses and plans to pursue PACE financing; the board discussed executive-session options and did not take an immediate vote.
Terrell, Kaufman County, Texas
The Terrell Downtown Revitalization Board approved a 50% matching facade grant of $8,475 to help renovate the building at 407 West Grove that houses Edmund Morrow’s multigenerational barbershop; Board member Stephanie recused herself because she is a tenant in the same building.
North Pocono SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The board introduced three student representatives and heard an athletics update: football began 3-0, soccer and tennis showing strong records, and a strategic athletic plan and an athletic intern placement were noted.