What happened on Monday, 06 October 2025
Verona Area School District, School Districts, Wisconsin
Facing state-mandated 'Wisconsin Guarantee' admissions rules (Act 95), the board voted to change its tie-breaking order — composite ACT score first, total high-school credits second, AP credits third — to limit behavioral incentives and provide a consistent metric for applicants.
Lima City Council, Lima, Allen County, Ohio
A long‑time resident complained about repeated late‑night noise and car repair at a rental next door, asking for timely follow‑up and a police call log; council asked the chief to follow up and later moved separate items about squatters and backyard trailers to neighborhood concerns for further review.
Kenilworth, Union County, New Jersey
The Kenilworth Borough Planning Board on a recorded vote approved an amended resolution permitting a front‑yard fence at 205 North Seventeenth Street, contingent on a recorded deed restriction and completion of required permit steps within 90 days of adoption.
Cass County, Indiana
The county approved a $740,207 contract with Motorola Solutions to replace dispatch consoles; county officials said the cost will be split with the city under an understanding reached at a prior council meeting.
Grand County, Colorado
Grand County commissioners and county staff on Wednesday examined the county’s proposed 2026 budget and departmental requests, with staff saying total revenues were about $97 million and total expenses about $115 million — a gap of roughly $17 million largely tied to the timing of $25 million in certificate of participation proceeds for EMS Station 1.
Lima City Council, Lima, Allen County, Ohio
Lima City Council passed the first reading of an ordinance to advertise bids for phase 3A of lead service‑line replacements. Councilors and residents raised concerns about dusty streets, porta‑potty placement near churches and homes, contractor staging, and paving timelines tied to the asphalt plant season.
Verona Area School District, School Districts, Wisconsin
Deputy Superintendent Chad Weise and law enforcement officials gave a multi-agency update on school safety, describing two September incidents (one arrest, one criminal referral), the district’s new standard response tools and drills, and plans for restorative justice and community outreach.
Tipton City, Tipton County, Indiana
Tipton County has hired Strand to design a lift station to take flow from a daycare building at Doctor's Park and connect it to Tipton Utilities, board staff said Oct. 6.
Cass County, Indiana
Cass County Commissioners approved Ordinance 2025-12, updating the county fee schedule for hazardous-material responses to reflect higher replacement and response costs, citing state fire marshal adjustments.
Lima City Council, Lima, Allen County, Ohio
After multiple public commenters described what they called aggressive police tactics during a Sept. 27 incident at the 3:18 bar, Lima City Council voted to refer the matter to its Safety Services Committee and authorized the law director to subpoena all video footage of the event.
Fulton County, Indiana
A roundup of formal actions from the Oct. 6 Fulton County Commissioners meeting, including a first reading on a road vacation ordinance, adoption of a speed-zone ordinance, a contract award and multiple administrative approvals.
Manteno, Kankakee County, Illinois
Trustees approved municipal-code amendments on raffles, itinerant merchants and a public-urination offense, authorized sale of surplus property, and approved payment of $409,335.59 in bills during the Oct. 1 meeting.
Tipton City, Tipton County, Indiana
Board staff said they will present resolutions at the next meeting recommending wage adjustments and a one‑point increase in the employer match to the city 457 plan (from 4% to 5%). Staff cited a small decrease in health insurance premium as allowing the change.
Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia
During a Committee of the Whole session on Oct. 6, council members approved two Watershed Management on-call electrical repair contracts but pressed procurement and the department for explanations after an internal audit (IPER) report and responses were submitted to committee late.
Hooksett, Merrimack County , New Hampshire
The commission approved moving John Peroni from alternate to full member and authorized payment of a Moosewood Ecological invoice for work at Quimby Mountain totaling $6,270.
Fulton County, Indiana
Woodlawn Hospital representatives told Fulton County officials a recent MyChart branding error was a vendor-related glitch and not a change in ownership, and announced a Prevent Cancer Foundation grant providing $50,000 per year for two years to expand screening access.
Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia
Multiple residents, advocates and family members urged City Council to fund permanent housing and wraparound services and to halt encampment sweeps after Cornelius Taylor was killed during a clearance. Speakers demanded naming Old Wheat Street for Taylor, immediate services for displaced people and accountability from city departments.
Manteno, Kankakee County, Illinois
The board approved a motion to buy a Ford Ranger for public-works use after trustees debated whether the vehicle quote should be listed as a 2025 or 2026 model and whether local vendor preference influenced the procurement.
Tipton City, Tipton County, Indiana
At its Oct. 6 meeting, the Tipton Utility Service Board discussed contracting Kron and Associates for a water and wastewater rate study, noted aging treatment equipment that may require multi‑million‑dollar capital spending, and reviewed a city estimate that would translate to a 2.76% utility rate increase in 2026.
Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia
The Atlanta City Council on Oct. 6 honored Judge Winfield Ward Murray and Morehouse College’s programs teaching incarcerated students, with speakers and alumni citing lower recidivism and civic benefits from prison-based higher education.
Manteno, Kankakee County, Illinois
The Manteno trustees approved a $368,867.50 contract for the 2025 Leahy Park storm-sewer improvement project after questions about a low bid, prevailing wage compliance and reference checks; one trustee abstained.
CHSD 128, School Boards, Illinois
At its Sept. 29 meeting the District 128 Board of Education reaffirmed its governance handbook, approved personnel and procurement items including a graduation-venue agreement and cafeteria remodeling bids, and voted down a proposal to destroy older closed-session audio recordings.
Hooksett, Merrimack County , New Hampshire
A survey at Riverwalk found a single abutter had encroached onto conservation land; the commission will send a certified letter requiring the abutter to remedy the incursions within 30 days and will send reminder letters to all abutters about their obligations.
Fulton County, Indiana
Fulton County commissioners approved a first reading of an ordinance to vacate part of Indiana Street in the Kings Lake Resort plat after property owners petitioned. Residents raised access concerns for neighbors; commissioners said they will inspect the site before later readings.
Price, Carbon County, Utah
Price City’s Planning and Zoning Commission approved a conditional use permit on Oct. 6 for Intermountain Farmers Association (IFA) to add two three‑sided metal storage sheds at 240 West 100 North, imposing setbacks, landscaping, fire access and recording requirements.
CHSD 128, School Boards, Illinois
District 128 officials reported a rise in summer-school participation in 2025, discussed expanded snack and possible meal services, and proposed higher course fees for 2026 while noting persistent transportation cost shortfalls.
Manteno, Kankakee County, Illinois
Multiple residents urged village officials to reconsider allowing Goshen branding on a Rivian police vehicle and raised safety and liability questions about electric vehicles after seeing the car at Manteno Oktoberfest.
Hooksett, Merrimack County , New Hampshire
After an extended discussion of safety, trail damage and maintenance, the commission voted to add horseback riding to the list of prohibited uses on Riverwalk, Heads Pond and Pinnacle Park; commissioners requested more information from easement holders before reconsidering the policy.
Howard County, Indiana
Howard County Drainage Board continued a public hearing on Oct. 6 on HCDB 25-06, a proposed three-year assessment increase for the John Galbraith watershed to retire a $16,164.98 drain debt and fund engineering for possible reconstruction.
Price, Carbon County, Utah
The Price City Planning and Zoning Commission on Oct. 6 approved a site‑plan amendment allowing Maverick to install two ultrafast EV chargers at 651 S. Carbon Ave., voting 4‑2 and attaching conditions on electric service, access and parking.
CHSD 128, School Boards, Illinois
Teaching assistants and other educational support personnel urged the District 128 board to stop using a private temp agency to fill paraprofessional jobs, alleging breaches of the ESP collective-bargaining agreement and citing pay disparities.
Hammond City, Lake County, Indiana
Miss Moore told the Capital Improvement Board that the board had allocated $6,560,000 in projects year to date, had about $1,500,000 in accounts receivable tied to matching grants, and roughly $300,000 in unallocated funds pending the fourth-quarter budget figure.
Hooksett, Merrimack County , New Hampshire
Commission members reported recent monitoring at Quimby Mountain, noted minor incursions and vandalism, and approved a motion to contact leadership of the adjacent gun club to discuss shared border issues and potential easement or access arrangements.
CHSD 128, School Boards, Illinois
Dozens of community members urged the District 128 Board of Education either to uphold or to rescind gender-support practices after public comments described an incident in which male students used a girls’ locker room; speakers offered conflicting accounts and some alleged legal violations and incomplete FOIA responses.
Bluff, San Juan County, Utah
Town of Bluff council and staff workshop focused on recruiting appointed board members, creating standard operating procedures, cross‑training and using internships or interlocal arrangements to fill administrative roles; work products and deadlines were assigned.
Howard County, Indiana
The Howard County Drainage Board unanimously approved a resolution permitting a 35-foot encroachment of the Dan/Dale Gamble regulated drain easement to allow a replacement septic system at 235 North Hickory Lane for owner Samuel Morrow. The owner must record the signed consent.
Hooksett, Merrimack County , New Hampshire
The Hooksett Conservation Commission voted to resubmit a warrant article requesting $20,000 to pay for mandatory stewardship plans and near-term stewardship costs after agreeing to reduce an earlier $30,000 request.
Hammond City, Lake County, Indiana
The Capital Improvement Board approved a slate of funding allocations and change orders covering Hohman Avenue construction engineering, street resurfacing, a pedestrian-bridge change order and evaluations for downtown electrical and safety audits; all motions passed unanimously.
Town of Oak Ridge, Guilford County, North Carolina
Council and residents discussed adding security at public gatherings, with staff and legal advisor describing legal limits on private security; residents and security professionals offered competing views on armed citizens and concealed carry.
Bluff, San Juan County, Utah
Town workshop attendees mapped critical roles, highlighted a need for a dedicated bookkeeper and cited time demands, litigation fears and local demographics as barriers to recruiting council and board candidates.
Morgan County, Indiana
On Oct. 6, 2025, the Morgan County Drainage Board awarded a $9,400 contract to Taylor Cooper Excavating LLC to clean the Mary A. Nutter Ditch from Washington Street to the 39 Bypass, with work requested to be complete by Nov. 10 to allow seeding and erosion control.
City of Aberdeen, Brown County, South Dakota
The council authorized engaging Marsh McLennan Agency (MMA) to provide benefits-broker services to analyze and negotiate employee health and benefit plans, following staff recommendations and comparative referrals from peer municipalities.
2025 Legislature MA, Massachusetts
The Massachusetts Senate passed and advanced multiple local bills and petitions, including S.2566 on the Gloucester Fisheries Commission and H.4273 authorizing an additional retail alcohol license for the town of Manor.
Town of Oak Ridge, Guilford County, North Carolina
Town council approved an engineering addendum to design a 12-inch water line and Towne Ford/Calport Loop connection, with staff saying the request is limited to design work at $109,900 and construction estimates ranging from $420,000 to $1.759 million.
Grand County Airport Board, Grand County Boards and Commissions, Grand County, Utah
The board reviewed advertising fee proposals, discussed a $25,000 promotional match and asked staff to deepen accounting on lease and revenue items after unexplained declines in lease revenue; staff proposed a forensic billing review with the county.
Morgan County, Indiana
Morgan County commissioners approved Ordinance 2025-12 to rezone additional acreage for a planned-unit development that would allow a data center near Monrovia. Residents at a packed hearing raised concerns about noise, water use, property values and transparency; the measure passed 2-1.
Mineral Wells, Palo Pinto County, Texas
A public commenter asked meeting participants when impact fees for new housing are paid and whether the fees can be rolled into construction loans; the transcript contains the question and a partial, unattributed reply but no definitive answer or statutory references.
Grand County Airport Board, Grand County Boards and Commissions, Grand County, Utah
Board members reviewed a Department of Transportation communication about potential interruption of Essential Air Service subsidies during a federal government shutdown and heard that the airport and Contour Airlines committed to continuing flights with a shared-risk approach until reimbursements resume.
California Volunteers, Agencies under Office of the Governor, Executive, California
A meeting speaker said negative online portrayals of masculinity, combined with generations not taught to show affection and COVID-19 effects, can create harmful cycles for young men and that affirmation of belonging is critical to self-actualization. No formal action was recorded in the provided transcript.
City of Aberdeen, Brown County, South Dakota
The council appointed David McNeil as city manager effective upon the cessation of duties by the current city manager, who announced a resignation effective Dec. 12, 2025. The council authorized the mayor to execute the employment agreement and directed transition planning for handover and recruitment of the police chief replacement.
Grand County Airport Board, Grand County Boards and Commissions, Grand County, Utah
Board members and airport users debated whether the airport should compensate hangar tenants for temporary loss of access during Foxtrot and apron construction; most board members opposed creating a reimbursement precedent and noted FAA and AIP limitations.
Mineral Wells, Palo Pinto County, Texas
A staff member at a meeting questioned whether a neighboring town's plan to build four schools 15 miles away would affect the agency's wholesale water customers and said, "I don't think this makes a difference," while noting service-area limits are generally tied to jurisdictional boundaries.
Morgan County, Indiana
The Morgan County Council approved a series of additional appropriations, transfers, levy appeals, budgets and two park board appointments at its Oct. 6 meeting; most measures passed unanimously or by clear majorities.
2025 Legislature MA, Massachusetts
The Massachusetts Senate adopted an order to recess the previously scheduled joint session until Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025, at 11:30 a.m., after suspending rules to consider the motion forthwith; the order will be sent to the House for concurrence.
City of Aberdeen, Brown County, South Dakota
The council approved second reading and final adoption of Ordinance 25-09-02 regulating home daycare operations after adopting a staff-supported amendment that clarified building-code requirements to reduce discretion for building officials and the fire marshal.
Galesburg CUSD 205, School Boards, Illinois
Two staff members — Casey Cooper, a dean at Silas Willard, and Donna Abel of GAVC — were presented monthly staff recognition awards during a brief recognition segment. Nominators praised Cooper’s early impact at Silas Willard and Abel’s role as a longtime supporter of GAVC students.
Grand County Airport Board, Grand County Boards and Commissions, Grand County, Utah
Grand County Airport Board discussed progress on multiple airfield projects including the apron expansion and taxiway Foxtrot, confirmed grant funding, and reviewed timing and contractor scheduling.
Morgan County, Indiana
A county PTO committee proposed converting PTO and bereavement to hourly accounting, added compliance language for pregnancy and school conferences, adjusted probation accruals and requested a Jan. 1 effective date; county commissioners passed a first reading earlier the same day, and the council discussed the draft but took no formal vote.
2025 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
The Redistricting Committee voted to favorably recommend "Map C" for consideration by the full legislature in the 2025 first special session after reviewing thousands of public comments and constrained by a court-ordered 30-day timeline and Proposition 4 requirements.
City of Aberdeen, Brown County, South Dakota
External auditors issued an unmodified opinion on Aberdeen's 2024 financial statements and federal program compliance but reported three repeated internal control deficiencies classified as material weaknesses. Council approved a new master services agreement to engage I. Bailey for audit services for 2025–2027.
Fort Bend County Court at Law No. 1, Texas Courts, Judicial, Texas
A probate judge granted a one-week continuance in '20 CPR 035222 (Estate of Alvor Vazdivan), allowed a recently filed substitution of counsel to proceed contingent on a signed order, and reset the foreclosure application for Monday the 13th at 1:30 p.m., in person.
Warren County, Indiana
A volunteer group led by OJ Chin outlined plans to restore the West Lebanon Ballpark, provided contractor quotes for fence repair, and secured a pledged $10,000 donation subject to an additional appropriation process; the board approved initiating the appropriation.
Morgan County, Indiana
After a public hearing with residents urging a delay over an outstanding APRA request, the Morgan County Council voted 5-1 to expand an economic revitalization area and extend a previously approved tax abatement for Woodland Caribou LLC, adding roughly 158 acres to the project site.
Los Angeles County, California
Registrar‑Recorder Dean Logan told supervisors Oct. 7 that the statewide special election set for Nov. 4 was unanticipated and not budgeted but the state provided an upfront estimate (about $67 million) and the county has mailed ballots to voters, will operate 251 vote centers and 418 secure drop boxes.
City of Aberdeen, Brown County, South Dakota
The council approved first reading of an ordinance to enable voluntary annexation of the Brown County Fairgrounds into the city, with a companion annexation agreement that will remit sales-tax revenue collected at the fairgrounds back to the county for fairgrounds improvements and allow the county to de-annex if conditions change.
Town of Templeton, Worcester County, Massachusetts
At the Oct. 6 informational meeting, Chair Carrie Novak said the commission is short one active member and that appointments are made by the selectmen; the commission set its next meeting for Dec. 1.
Warren County, Indiana
Following an interior inspection, commissioners found the Doty Smith house structurally sound and voted to release the county’s demolition order with conditions that the property be maintained and rechecked in spring.
Los Angeles County, California
Supervisor Hahn held and asked Internal Services Department to rework a proposed custodial contract covering county jail facilities and substations, citing concerns about outsourcing, worker benefits and open positions; ISD agreed to refer the item back for further review.
Grant County, Indiana
Area Plan staff flagged possible interest in data centers and asked commissioners whether the county should develop rules. Commissioners asked staff to gather other jurisdictions' ordinances; a resident noted an existing "Bitcoin" facility near Highway 69 and raised concerns about water use and cooling systems.
Town of Templeton, Worcester County, Massachusetts
At an Oct. 6 informational meeting, commissioners said dry conditions led to a weak second hay cut, many bean losses attributed to Asian jumping worms, while corn and irrigated herbs did better.
Warren County, Indiana
The board reviewed competing bids to demolish a blighted property and voted to award the job to AJ Hetrick after a mortgage servicer asked for a 60-day extension while pursuing foreclosure and possible HUD funding.
City of Aberdeen, Brown County, South Dakota
Aberdeen City Council voted to rescind Resolution 25-09-02R that would have funded a two-way Main Street conversion and adopted a replacement resolution reallocating $500,000 in the capital improvement plan, including $200,000 for manhole rehabilitation while keeping Main Street one-way northbound.
Los Angeles County, California
Following an LA Times investigation alleging fraudulent or unethical practices in mass claims tied to AB 218, the board on Oct. 7 directed county counsel to investigate, refer suspected misconduct to the California State Bar and have the auditor‑controller set up a fraud hotline; motion passed 5‑0.
Grant County, Indiana
The Grant County Area Plan Commission voted to recommend that the county repeal and replace Appendix A (the permit fee schedule) by adopting Resolution 2-20-25 after a public hearing with no public opposition.
Bluff, San Juan County, Utah
At a Bluff town work session, officials discussed whether to convert volunteer, technical roles for roads and the Bluff Airport into paid positions, reviewed estimated time commitments and wages, and flagged a potential $2 million runway rebuild that the town would need to partially fund.
San Patricio County, Texas
The court approved a $367,000 board contract to buy manufactured buildings to house a new precinct office and equipment barn for Precinct 1; Commissioner William E. Zaborski Sr. said funds will come from his capital improvement balance.
Montpelier City, Washington County, Vermont
The Montpelier Design Review Committee approved a prefabricated smoking shelter to be sited behind the building at 137 Berry Street, recommending a dark finish and noting the structure will be set back roughly 35 feet from the building.
Los Angeles County, California
The Board of Supervisors unanimously directed the Los Angeles County Office of Education to report back within 30 days on implementation plans for AB 49 and SB 98, which protect K‑12 campuses and require notice when immigration officers are present on school grounds.
Grant County, Indiana
The commission voted to table property appraisals for 415–417 South Branch and Street after staff reported the seller had not committed to selling; commissioners preferred to secure a seller commitment before spending appraisal funds.
Warren County, Indiana
Warren County commissioners approved an emergency purchase to replace an ambulance destroyed by fire and moved $260,000 into next year’s budget from the rainy-day fund to cover the vehicle and equipment costs, including radios.
San Patricio County, Texas
The commissioners announced a public hearing on Oct. 13 to consider establishing a speed limit on County Road 1876 between County Road 2095 and County Road 2221 in Precinct 3.
Town of Templeton, Worcester County, Massachusetts
Commission chair Carrie Novak and member Andre Chartier discussed moving the Templeton Farmers Market to concert days, signage, vendors and the requirement that two farmers attend for state recognition.
Los Angeles County, California
The Board of Supervisors voted Oct. 7 to ask county counsel to prepare a proclamation declaring a local emergency tied to federal immigration enforcement, a step supporters said is required to consider an eviction moratorium to protect tenants impacted by ICE actions.
San Patricio County, Texas
The commissioners approved a $4,000 Farm Bureau donation for the county’s sixth annual tire and bulk cleanup Oct. 25 and approved an agreement and release of liability for the one-day event.
Morrow County, Ohio
The commissioners recorded reappointments to the county park board, approved an addendum to community based corrections, and journalized the Morrow County treasurer's report as of Sept. 30, 2025.
Montpelier City, Washington County, Vermont
The Montpelier Design Review Committee approved an amendment for outdoor lighting at 137 Berry Street, requiring fully shielded fixtures and recommending a dark finish; the committee allowed an alternate downlit LED fixture as an option.
Grant County, Indiana
The commission approved a notice of request for proposals (RFP) for the Dana site, establishing an advertising and submittal timeline and listing required developer qualifications including brownfield plans and a five‑year tax payment commitment.
Los Angeles County, California
Los Angeles County officials warned Oct. 7 that a partial federal government shutdown that began Oct. 1 risks disrupting housing subsidies, food assistance and health-care cash flow if it continues past autumn and into winter.
San Patricio County, Texas
County engineer gave a monthly update saying Fulton has received about $39 million to date on the Justice Center, the project is about 61% complete, and county staff are working with BRW on 50% design plans for the courthouse renovation.
Town of Templeton, Worcester County, Massachusetts
At an informational Oct. 6 meeting, Templeton Agricultural Commission Chair Carrie Novak said the commission has applied for two grants to expand a community garden at the senior center and is coordinating with the Templeton Council on Aging.
Morrow County, Ohio
County staff reported a contractor walkthrough for the jail project, a pre-construction meeting for paving at the Community Service Building, repurposing of a flagpole to the health district, and ongoing remodeling at the JFS/old health department.
Grant County, Indiana
After staff and county attorneys reported recent talks with Marion’s mayor and city representatives, the commission agreed to hold off advancing a draft economic development area in the county’s westward area until those conversations continue.
Utah Government Trust, Utah Government Divisions, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
In a webinar presentation, presenter Mike Stagg urged municipal and facility staff to take immediate steps—inspect sites, stock ice-melt and train crews—to reduce seasonal accidents, property damage and operational disruption when winter arrives.
Boerne, Kendall County, Texas
Planning staff reviewed the city's dark‑sky ordinance, illumination plan requirements and an inventory and monitoring program as part of seeking recognition from the International Dark‑Sky Association; staff described enforcement mechanisms and retrofit options for existing properties.
Scottsdale, Maricopa County, Arizona
After interviewing four finalists in executive session, the Scottsdale City Council unanimously appointed Patricia George to a two-year term as an associate city judge, with a recommended effective date of Oct. 20, 2025 and a set salary in the $236,9xx range.
Morrow County, Ohio
Commissioners approved a resolution to file a notice of intervention under Ohio Administrative Code 4906-2-12 to gain a formal voice in an Ohio Power Siting Board matter.
Grant County, Indiana
The Grant County Redevelopment Commission on a voice vote approved a proposed timeline and draft map to begin establishing an Economic Development Area (EDA) and allocation area along the I‑69 and State Route 26 corridor.
Utah Government Trust, Utah Government Divisions, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
A training session covered how public agencies should prepare for unannounced inspections by federal OSHA or Utah Occupational Safety and Health, including creating a response team, keeping organized documentation, accompanying inspectors, and taking split environmental samples.
Boerne, Kendall County, Texas
City planning staff outlined proposed UDC amendments that would shift some subdivision approvals to administrative review, create master development plans for large/multi‑phase projects, add a formal site‑plan review for nonresidential and multifamily projects, and incorporate legislative changes from recent state bills.
Tippecanoe County, Indiana
The Board of Commissioners on Oct. 6 authorized multiple county departments to apply for outside grants — for guardianship advocates, AED replacement, art therapy for Community Corrections, hazardous-materials preparedness and reimbursing personnel costs — and approved a contract with the Drug Free Coalition to administer certain opioid-settlement emergency funds.
Morrow County, Ohio
The Morrow County commissioners voted to authorize Morrow County Area Transit to file an application with the Ohio Department of Transportation and approved the agency's Americans with Disabilities Plan, with roll call recorded as affirmative.
Newfields School District, School Districts, New Hampshire
District staff and town administrators reviewed the district’s impact-fee balance and possible uses; finance staff reminded the board that spending impact fees beyond anticipated revenue or appropriations requires a public hearing.
Sumner County, Tennessee
The county budget committee approved municipal maintenance-of-effort (MOE) contributions for public libraries for fiscal 2025–26 and will forward the package to the full board for signatures and state submission by Oct. 31.
Boerne, Kendall County, Texas
The Boerne Planning and Zoning Commission voted unanimously to recommend a special use permit for a 668‑square‑foot Scooter's Coffee drive‑through at a graded pad along Interstate 10, tying approval to four staff conditions including site‑plan conformity and LID approval.
Newfields School District, School Districts, New Hampshire
Reading and math specialists presented the district’s Multi-Tiered System of Supports (MTSS), described assessment tools (I-Ready, Acadience and a number‑sense screener) and showed fall results that presenters said reflect gains versus last year.
Owosso, Shiawassee County, Michigan
Mayor Robert J. Tice Jr. issued a proclamation declaring October 2025 Domestic Violence Awareness Month in Owosso. During public comment, residents highlighted local advocacy groups and urged broader services including support for male survivors; representatives from SafeCenter attended the meeting.
Tippecanoe County, Indiana
The Board approved a $49,089 change order to add construction services to an existing Tekton contract to manage construction on a chiller project after favorable bids; staff said Tekton had already performed design and bid-phase work.
Salinas, Monterey County, California
Salinas planning staff on Oct. 1 presented a multi‑year approach to updating the city’s general plan and zoning code and described a public‑engagement program; commissioners pressed staff about parking and street‑width standards for the West Area specific plan as tentative subdivision maps move toward consistency review and eventual Planning Commission recommendations to City Council.
Sumner County, Tennessee
A meeting discussion focused on verifying maintenance-of-effort numbers and approving city-by-city library allocation figures, with a motion made to approve the memorandum of agreement numbers contingent on alignment with budget documents and full board approval.
Newfields School District, School Districts, New Hampshire
After presentations from the safety committee and consultants, the Newfields School Board voted to adopt the committee’s Concept B site plan and to pursue putting a bond on the March ballot to fund the work. Consultants presented two phased and one-time options and cost estimates; the board approved moving forward by voice vote.
Owosso, Shiawassee County, Michigan
Representatives of the Kerwood Festival presented the council with a donation and pledged $1,000 annually for maintenance of Kirkwood Castle; festival directors highlighted prior community grants and projects supported by festival proceeds.
Tippecanoe County, Indiana
The commission approved a countywide master services agreement with Cintas that consolidates previously separate departmental arrangements under state contract pricing, with departments able to opt into services individually; county staff said consolidation will save money.
Dublin City Council, Dublin, Franklin County, Ohio
A Ballantray Community Association representative told council that promised follow-up on draft WID rezoning language and a setback study has not occurred and requested staff resume regular meetings and share draft code language with association representatives.
Bonner County, Idaho
The Bonner County Board of Commissioners voted to enroll the Bonner County Ambulance Service District as a separate employer in the Public Employee Retirement System of Idaho (PERSI), effective Sept. 28, 2025, formalizing payroll and benefits separation and ensuring no break in retirement coverage for district employees.
Dubois County, Indiana
The Dubois County Board of Commissioners on Oct. 13 unanimously approved a Community Crossings paving commitment letter and moved several funding requests to the county council — including a $50,000 request to update the county’s ADA transition plan and $150,000 for bridge materials — while a motion to create a county administrator position failed on a 1–1–1 vote.
Tippecanoe County, Indiana
The commission approved a contract for Community Corrections to license Kala Curriculums' 'Smarter' program — a 10-hour cognitive behavioral curriculum targeting addiction and decision-making — for under $10,000, to be funded fully by grant money; the contract includes training to certify an in-house trainer.
Owosso, Shiawassee County, Michigan
Councilmember Carl Ludington formally entered a notice of pecuniary interest related to contracts with Ludington Electric Inc. and the council approved the record entry.
Dublin City Council, Dublin, Franklin County, Ohio
A resident described repeated near-collisions between wheeled users and pedestrians on the multi-use trail between Carr Middle School and the rec center and proposed mirrors, signage and speed/courtesy campaigns; staff offered to follow up in the field.
Akron, Summit County, Ohio
The committee ratified an agreement for Tyler Technologies to supply a kiosk for municipal-court probation reporting, funded by a $90,300 Supreme Court of Ohio grant; the court will cover annual maintenance estimated at $2,200 in the initial contract term.
Tippecanoe County, Indiana
The county health department received approval to contract with Heartland Interpretation and Translation Services for a HIPAA-compliant, medical-certified virtual translation service at $1.30 per minute, described as substantially cheaper than the department's previous vendor.
City of St. Augustine Beach, St. Johns County , Florida
Mayor Dylan Romrell and Police Chief Dan Carswell announced two free, family-oriented events hosted by the City of St. Augustine Beach: National Night Out on Oct. 7 at the St. Augustine Beach Pier and a larger "Not So Spooky" carnival on Oct. 24 at City Hall/Police Department parking lot.
Owosso, Shiawassee County, Michigan
Council authorized a new ModernFi account at Dort Federal Credit Union that spreads city deposits across multiple federally insured institutions, extending protection beyond single-bank limits; staff said the account is compliant with Public Act 20 and currently offers a rate above 4%.
Revere City, Suffolk County, Massachusetts
The council directed the state police to increase enforcement on Winter Parkway, asked the mayor and school superintendent to address teacher parking on election day, and approved a memorial bench at the Lincoln School for longtime volunteer Richard Sanaswaso.
Akron, Summit County, Ohio
The Budget and Finance Committee voted to approve ordinances to issue bonds and notes totaling several million dollars to cover property owners’ shares of sidewalk, resurfacing, street cleaning and lighting projects; the measures were passed on the consent agenda.
Tippecanoe County, Indiana
The commissioners approved revisions to three personnel policies to align with Indiana law (personal firearms), define employment-status categories, and clarify holiday and floating-holiday rules including expiration of deferred holidays and election-year differences.
Flagstaff City, Coconino County, Arizona
At a Flagstaff City meeting, a resident described converting a backyard to native plants and urged others to plant natives to attract birds, hummingbirds and bees and reduce water use.
Owosso, Shiawassee County, Michigan
Shiawassee Economic Development Partnership (SEDP) and city staff updated the council on land-bank activity, including grant-backed work on an Exchange Street building and potential assessment funding to lure a developer to the Bradley/Vanguard site; a structurally unsafe Cedar Street building remains closed and owner is pursuing demolition.
Dublin City Council, Dublin, Franklin County, Ohio
Visit Dublin told council that hotel occupancy and average daily rate are up in 2025 and that the organization’s sales and marketing work supports bed-tax revenue; presenters urged preserving Visit Dublin resources to protect momentum.
Yuma, Yuma County, Arizona
The City Council voted 7-0 Oct. 6 to adopt a resolution opposing a proposed permanent transfer of Colorado River water from Greenstone RP (doing business as GSC Farms LLC) in La Paz County to the town of Queen Creek, Ariz., and urged Reclamation to consider a full environmental impact statement or a no-action alternative.
Tippecanoe County, Indiana
The commission accepted a three-year maintenance bond of $90,625.50 from Merit Contracting and accepted approximately 3,434 feet (0.65 miles) of streets in Barrington Lakes Section 2 for public maintenance.
Waukee City, Dallas County, Iowa
Waukee City Fire Department officials said lithium‑ion batteries in e‑scooters, phones and other rechargeable devices can overheat and posed charging, purchase and recycling guidance during Fire Prevention Week.
Owosso, Shiawassee County, Michigan
The Owosso City Council after extended discussion voted down a proposal to move residential utility accounts from quarterly to monthly billing. The measure failed 4-3 after council members cited cost, lack of public demand and operational constraints; proponents said monthly billing would help household budgeting.
Revere City, Suffolk County, Massachusetts
The Revere City Council voted to adopt an amended stormwater management zoning ordinance, approved the Fenno Street affordable housing overlay district as amended, and authorized a $9,700 Community Improvement Trust Fund appropriation for a Ward 2 mural.
Akron, Summit County, Ohio
The Planning Committee referred an ordinance to create a smoke-shop licensing regime tied to zoning; the proposal would cover vape products and certain hemp-derived products (kratom, delta‑8). Committee members discussed licensing triggers, a $200 fee mention, fund accounting and asked for clearer fee language before final approval.
Tippecanoe County, Indiana
The commissioners approved a $25,600 warranty deed purchase for a culvert replacement on County Road 900 East, authorized an interlocal cooperation agreement with Lafayette covering Bridge 56 work and reimbursements under an INDOT grant, and passed a resolution donating surplus traffic counters to Decatur County.
Yuma Union High School District (4507), School Districts, Arizona
Students described team improvements, tougher competition, physical and mental demands of the sport, and goals including all-region recognition and college play; speakers asked for greater community support for high school volleyball.
Independence, Jackson County, Missouri
During public comment, residents urged the council to preserve the historic Sermon Center and suggested bringing back the YMCA and seeking grants and tax credits as part of a restoration plan.
Revere City, Suffolk County, Massachusetts
The city presented certificates of merit to Sergeant Sean Matthews, Sergeant Keith Lesnar and Officer Orion Kong for entering a burning residence on Aug. 19, 2025 to evacuate occupants before the arrival of the fire department.
Akron, Summit County, Ohio
At an Akron City Council Planning Committee meeting, members referred an ordinance approving the Commerce Park Drive redevelopment plan and set a public hearing for Oct. 20; the measure also includes an emergency clause.
Tippecanoe County, Indiana
The commission approved Ordinance 2025-36 to rezone a parcel owned by Thompson Property Investments from R-1 to A, citing lack of nearby public utilities that make R-1 development infeasible; developer Josh Ives said the plan would likely create 8 to 9 large lots from three parent tracts.
Estacada, Clackamas County, Oregon
Members proposed in‑school outreach and booths at the high school to recruit youth volunteers and gather student input for commission activities.
Independence, Jackson County, Missouri
The council approved an IPL customer-charge increase (ordinance 25-088) to support fixed operating and maintenance costs; the ordinance passed unanimously after debate over the amount.
La Paz County, Arizona
La Paz County supervisors approved on Oct. 6 a reorganization creating a new project manager position under the Board of Supervisors, funded by $20,000 in HR consultant savings, vacancy savings (~$64,237), and $40,000 in IT budget savings; job description was previously approved.
Revere City, Suffolk County, Massachusetts
The Revere City Council approved a $4.2 million loan order to fund phase 2 of the McMacken Field reconstruction, including turf, Musco lighting, fencing and site drainage; councilors pressed officials on parking, neighborhood drainage and public access.
Tippecanoe County, Indiana
The Board of Commissioners rejected a City of Lafayette-proposed ordinance on Oct. 6 that would have imposed new restrictions and architectural standards for gasoline service stations in unincorporated county zoning districts.
Independence, Jackson County, Missouri
The council adopted an updated sanitary sewer rate schedule (ordinance 25-082) that ties future annual adjustments to the Consumer Price Index with a 3% cap; the ordinance passed 6-1.
Estacada, Clackamas County, Oregon
The Downtown Estacada Commission unanimously approved its Sept. 8 minutes, assigned a single point of contact to send event content to the city's new communications staffer, and discussed tree‑lighting and other fall events.
Fort Myers City, Lee County, Florida
Council approved a first amendment to the memorandum of understanding with the Uncommon Friends Foundation to extend financial assistance so the foundation's contractor can continue construction rather than pause in September.
La Paz County, Arizona
After required public posting and departmental review with no objections, the La Paz County Board of Supervisors recommended approval Oct. 6 of a Series 6 (bar) liquor license for Blue Bar 2, 3442 Highway 95, Parker.
Tippecanoe County, Indiana
The Board of Commissioners approved a five-year master services agreement with Axon on Oct. 6 to outfit the sheriff’s department and community corrections with TASER 10 devices and related services, replacing the discontinued X2 model.
Independence, Jackson County, Missouri
The City Council amended and approved a contract to select Option 1 for the city's optional deferred compensation plan recordkeeping with Voya; the amendment passed 5-2 after debate over which participant groups would bear recordkeeping fees.
Estacada, Clackamas County, Oregon
Commissioners and volunteers told the Downtown Estacada Commission that the Oct. 4 Oktoberfest drew roughly 719 people, 17 vendors and several DEC booths; organizers praised turnout but raised accessibility and vendor‑breakdown concerns and proposed layout changes for next year.
Fort Myers City, Lee County, Florida
An ordinance updating rules for commercial wireless telecommunication facilities was pulled for revision after historic-preservation concerns and a staff request for more time.
La Paz County, Arizona
The La Paz County Board of Supervisors approved two Arizona Governor's Office of Highway Safety grants Oct. 6 to the sheriff's office: grant number 2026-405D-026 for $20,000 and grant number 2026-PTS-034 for $25,000; both require no local match and were provided as budgeted items.
Independence, Jackson County, Missouri
The Independence City Council voted 7-0 to approve a special-use permit and a citywide UDO amendment to allow a large travel center at 4023 S. Nolan Road, after adding a condition naming South Nolan Road, Lynn Court Drive and Canterbury Place to the traffic-improvement obligations.
Baltimore County, Maryland
Maryland Port Administration and Maryland Aviation Administration officials outlined capacity, job and grant projects including a $147 million EPA Clean Ports deployment and planning grant, and a $22 million air-traffic-control tower at Martin State Airport.
Greenville County, South Carolina
Developers and longtime local builders urged the committee to simplify the county’s cluster development rules (Article 24 / Article 11), arguing the current regulations reduce workable lot counts and raise costs; the committee directed staff to research earlier ordinance versions.
Yuma County, Arizona
County intergovernmental affairs staff briefed supervisors on state and federal issues with potential local impact, including a state oversight hearing on Medicare fraud in behavioral‑health services, the federal funding lapse and Farm Bill uncertainty, and a Bureau of Reclamation EIS over a proposed Colorado River water transfer.
Milwaukee , Milwaukee County, Wisconsin
City Clerk Jim Ozarski described progress on licensing system replacement, the municipal ID program, and a request for a $120,000 scoping study to plan an enterprise records‑management system. The clerk’s office also noted award‑winning media work and continued language‑access efforts.
Jefferson City, Cole County, Missouri
Engineers recommended closing portions of the municipal parking garage after a structural review. Council authorized the city administrator to keep any portions deemed safe open while initiating closures and alternate parking plans for monthly permit holders.
Greenville County, South Carolina
A request to rezone 3.79 acres at West Blue Ridge Drive, Old Buncombe Road area (CZ-2025-060) from C1/R7.5 to RM10 (multifamily townhomes) was held again to allow the applicant to work with the community.
Baltimore County, Maryland
Community leaders and elected officials urged immediate safety and accessibility improvements on Old Court Road, Reisterstown Road in Pikesville, Eastern Boulevard (MD 150), Frederick Road and other corridors; MDOT and county staff outlined planned studies, grant applications and near-term measures.
La Paz County, Arizona
The La Paz County Board of Supervisors approved an updated Hazardous Materials Emergency Response Plan Oct. 6 for submission to the Arizona Department of Emergency and Military Affairs (ADEMA) for compliance; staff said the Local Emergency Planning Committee reviewed the update on Aug. 28.
Fort Myers City, Lee County, Florida
The council approved a community redevelopment area expansion and adopted an updated Martin Luther King Jr. Boulevard revitalization plan that extends to 2050; CRA staff announced listening sessions on McCollum Hall.
Vallejo, Solano County, California
Planning Department staff summarized upcoming hearings and administrative actions for the commission, including an Oct. 20 return of the Roywood subdivision item, a potential Nov. 3 event‑center permit at 823 Marin Street and an upcoming 24‑hour use permit for Planet Fitness.
Greenville County, South Carolina
The committee approved CZ-2025-065, rezoning 3.01 acres on Chalmers Road to FRD (Flexible Review District) for a luxury garage/club development, with conditions from the planning commission on hours, landscaping and buffers.
Jefferson City, Cole County, Missouri
Consultants presented a city facilities energy audit and a prioritized package of projects — including proposed geothermal for City Hall/police/animal shelter — with a guaranteed‑savings contract model and expected federal tax credits under the Inflation Reduction Act that staff say could lower net cost.
Baltimore County, Maryland
Baltimore County and the State Highway Administration emphasized progress on the long-awaited Dolefield interchange, I-695 congestion relief projects, and the Putty Hill Avenue bridge, while SHA outlined bridge painting and TSMO efforts to reduce bottlenecks.
Milwaukee , Milwaukee County, Wisconsin
Comptroller Bill Christiansen described the Comptroller’s role in the Workday implementation and presented performance metrics; committee members pushed for a formal fund‑balance policy after staff explained the tax‑stabilization fund dynamics and risks to borrowing costs.
La Paz County, Arizona
County public works said debris from the Oxbow Bridge incident has been cleared, the river and the popular 'Hippie Hole' are reopened to the public, and a west-side abutment that crews could not lift remains as an 'eyesore' to be addressed in coming weeks.
Greenville County, South Carolina
Greenville County planning staff recommended approval of a rezoning at 340 Bagwell Road (CZ-2025-064) from RS to R20 to allow single-family residential development; the committee approved the request.
Jefferson City, Cole County, Missouri
Council issued a proclamation designating October 2025 as Fire Prevention Week and the Fire Department urged residents to follow battery safety guidance and noted a city‑sponsored electronics and battery recycling event in the City Hall parking lot on Nov. 15.
Baltimore County, Maryland
Baltimore County officials and MDOT discussed disparities in locally operated transit funding formulas, the Towson Loop's ridership and expansion prospects, and unmet funding to implement MTA's Be More Bus plan and MARC service growth.
Fort Myers City, Lee County, Florida
City Council approved amendments to two State Revolving Fund loan agreements that add borrowing for ongoing drinking-water and wastewater construction projects and extend the water-plant completion deadline.
Vallejo, Solano County, California
During the community forum a 25‑year Vallejo resident asked commissioners to walk project sites, review the general plan and ensure public access easements and pathways are included in future Blue Rock Springs Golf Course redevelopment.
Jefferson City, Cole County, Missouri
Jefferson City council approved a master development agreement, a design‑build contract and creation of a nonprofit to hold the hotel property, and authorized a tax‑credit application to help finance the planned hotel, conference center and parking garage in downtown Jefferson City.
Greenville County, South Carolina
The committee held CZ-2025-063, a request to rezone a Chapel Road parcel from I1 to C2 for a Shriner’s Temple, to confirm whether the applicant would accept S1 or intends rental/special-event use.
Eau Claire City, Eau Claire County, Wisconsin
Commissioners approved an expansion at Action City on Lorch Avenue, including additional attractions and parking; the commission approved a sidewalk deferral to coordinate with a planned Lorch Avenue reconstruction in the city’s CIP slated for 2029 and required property connections to the future right-of-way.
Baltimore County, Maryland
State and county transportation leaders described progress on the Francis Scott Key Bridge rebuild, temporary toll changes and near-term measures to ease diverted heavy-truck traffic that has strained local roads since the collapse.
Greenville County, South Carolina
Greenville County planning staff and the planning commission recommended approval of CZ-2025-062 (15.06 acres on Gunter Road) to AG (Agricultural Preservation District) for leased garden beds; the committee approved the rezoning.
Yuma County, Arizona
The Board granted a five‑year extension for rezoning case 05-24, allowing the developer additional time to meet the schedule for development tied to a multi‑phase subdivision that includes a FEMA wash crossing and requires tentative platting and potential FEMA coordination.
Verona Area School District, School Districts, Wisconsin
The Verona Area School District celebrated the ribbon cutting for a new employee health clinic intended to support staff wellness; Superintendent reported the clinic began serving staff and was booked two weeks or more in advance on its first day.
Milwaukee , Milwaukee County, Wisconsin
City Treasurer Spencer Coggs told the committee the office expects to maintain a high property‑tax collection rate and forecast lower investment income as ARPA funds diminish. Committee members pressed whether mailed payment receipts should remain a budgeted service for 2026 or be provided only on request.
Stephenson County, Illinois
A public commenter told the committee that a nearby solar installation and a neighboring property owner are creating dust, smoke and possible boundary encroachments; the speaker also asked why river‑landing funds were not spent and requested restoration of a reply period at the end of meetings.
Greenville County, South Carolina
Greenville County Planning staff recommended denial of a rezoning request at 7 White Horse Road Extension (CZ-2025-061); the committee considered the staff recommendation and a motion to deny was moved and recorded as failed.
Verona Area School District, School Districts, Wisconsin
The Verona Area School District Board voted to change its tie‑breaking order for guaranteed admission under Wisconsin’s Act 95, placing the ACT composite score ahead of total credits earned and AP credits; the change applies to the current junior class and will be submitted to DPI as the district’s waiver request.
La Paz County, Arizona
The La Paz County Board of Supervisors voted Oct. 6 to continue a petition for review of a 2026 property valuation to a special meeting on Oct. 14 after extended discussion about how limited property value is set and public access to assessor parcel maps moved into the county GIS system.
Stephenson County, Illinois
The county’s economic development staff reported enterprise‑zone approvals for Savencia and other site work, including an expected ceremonial groundbreaking for an expansion that staff said could create about 50 jobs; staff also detailed airport planning, enterprise‑zone outreach and upcoming manufacturing events.
Milwaukee , Milwaukee County, Wisconsin
City Attorney Evan Goike presented a $9.3 million proposed 2026 budget and described heavier workloads from federal grant compliance, election and employment litigation, and neighborhood revitalization enforcement. Staffing is near full strength; the office warned special-purpose accounts for claims and outside counsel remain a fiscal risk.
Town of Newburgh, Warrick County, Indiana
A prospective developer presented a concept for up to six apartments on a small infill lot near the House of White. Commissioners discussed likely need for rezoning, conditional use for ground-floor parking, design critique, and the town's interest in increasing population ahead of a state funding threshold of 3,500 residents.
Verona Area School District, School Districts, Wisconsin
The Verona Area School District presented a multi-agency safety update that included the district’s new school resource officer, two September police encounters, new standard response protocols, rollout of the Navigate360 drill-and-reunification app, and discussions about restorative justice and gun-safety outreach.
Yuma County, Arizona
The Board approved special use permit case 25-16 allowing conversion of an existing workshop into a health club/community center on a 2.33‑acre lot in the Yuma Valley planning area, with conditions on parking, hours and site improvements.
Eau Claire City, Eau Claire County, Wisconsin
The Plan Commission approved rezoning and a site plan for a 12‑unit apartment building at Damon Street and London Road, requiring the developer to meet several conditions and denying a requested parking increase beyond the standard 25% cap.
Stephenson County, Illinois
The Planning and Development Committee debated hiring an as‑needed building inspector to handle code enforcement, inspections of four flagged houses and other complaints, but took no formal action and sent the contract and budget questions to the finance committee.
Town of Newburgh, Warrick County, Indiana
Commissioners reviewed Indiana and federal guidance on e-bikes and motorized devices and directed staff to emphasize public education. Staff referenced a legal memo and said class 1 and 2 e-bikes are generally permitted where bicycles are allowed unless locally prohibited; enforcement remains challenging.
Vallejo, Solano County, California
An applicant requested and the Planning Commission continued a hearing on a proposed 130‑unit single‑family subdivision at 201 Roywood Drive to Oct. 20 so the project team can address conditions related to water supply.
Kenosha County, Wisconsin
The Kenosha County Planning, Development & Extension Committee approved a rezoning and a certified survey map for a parcel in the Town of Wheatland owned by Scott and Anne Iverson, forwarding the ordinance to the County Board.
Eau Claire City, Eau Claire County, Wisconsin
The Eau Claire Plan Commission unanimously recommended rezoning roughly 44 acres for light industrial use in the Gateway Industrial Park area and endorsed a certified survey map to enable future development; the matter moves to city council for final action.
Town of Newburgh, Warrick County, Indiana
Staff said the Town of Newburgh's parking study is nearly ready and that the pilot speed-calming device has reduced complaints overall but generated noise concerns; more installations are not planned this year.
NORTH EAST ISD, School Districts, Texas
Trustees approved changes to seven local policies (BDAA, BDB, BDF, EI, FDE, FEC, FFAC) including a clarification to medical-notice practice after on-campus medication; they also approved the annual investment resolution and nominated John Fisher to the Bexar Appraisal District board.
Yuma County, Arizona
The Board voted to send proposed amendments that would add a defined "influence area" for military installations to the county comprehensive plan and zoning ordinance back to the Planning Commission for formal initiation and review.
Kenosha County, Wisconsin
The Planning, Development & Extension Committee approved a rezoning from A-1 to R-2 and a certified survey map (CSM) for tax parcel 9541190610441 in the Town of Wheatland; approvals were subject to conditions and will go to the County Board and County Executive for final ordinance and recording.
Payson, Gila County, Arizona
Payson Water Department Director Tanner Henry briefed the Planning and Zoning Commission on local water resources, the town’s aquifer storage and recovery program, C.C. Cragin surface‑water allocation and how the department evaluates development proposals and water‑use fees.
Town of Newburgh, Warrick County, Indiana
At its Oct. 6 meeting, the Town of Newburgh Plan Commission approved minutes from prior meetings with corrections and approved a minor subdivision (lot-line adjustment) for 805 South Grama Road as platted. The petitioner was not present; commission members said the change creates no new lots and does not create setbacks violations.
NORTH EAST ISD, School Districts, Texas
Senior director Lisa Calderon presented district TELPAS and STAR data and set 2025–26 targets for emerging bilingual students; trustees asked about waiver counts, reclassification timing and differences between ESL and dual-language outcomes.
Yuma County, Arizona
The Yuma County Board of Supervisors voted to deny special use permit case 25-17 for a proposed 40-acre solar power facility near Avenue 73E and County 14½ Street North in Dayton, citing persistent questions from the military testing community, local opposition and county tax and school funding concerns.
Freestone County, Texas
Commissioners discussed switching to IDI Data (a sister company of the originally considered vendor) for background checks that will cover election workers and county hiring; pricing details noted but no formal approval recorded in the transcript.
Greenwood, Johnson County, Indiana
At first reading the Greenwood Common Council advanced a set of 2026 budget and salary ordinances and a resolution establishing 2026 holidays; several measures passed by recorded votes during Monday’s meeting.
Payson, Gila County, Arizona
The Payson Planning and Zoning Commission voted unanimously to approve CUP 25‑001 to allow a voluntary, 30‑day residential substance‑use recovery program for up to 16 adult women at 300 West Wade Lane, subject to 12 staff conditions and required state and local permits.
Greenville County, South Carolina
At a special called Committee of the Whole meeting, Greenville County Council members approved a resolution related to opioid litigation in civil action No. 2018 CP 23-01294 after bypassing an executive session; the transcript records only a voice vote of "ayes" and does not include the resolution text.
NORTH EAST ISD, School Districts, Texas
Trustees and the superintendent told a packed Northeast ISD meeting they developed a locally tailored cell-phone rule that bars use during instructional time but allows phones at passing periods and lunch; the district has responded to a Texas Education Agency inquiry and is awaiting a finding.
Freestone County, Texas
Commissioners voted to contact a contractor to conduct an asbestos and lead study for the regional county historical courthouse after bids exceeded the original grant amount; county to request additional grant funding by Dec. 1 with a decision expected Jan. 31.
Greenwood, Johnson County, Indiana
Council sponsors introduced ordinance 25-26 to create a designated outdoor refreshment area (DORA) in downtown Greenwood; staff described boundaries, hours, container rules and permitting, and council members asked about enforcement, cups and fees.
Claremore, Rogers County, Oklahoma
After an executive session citing Oklahoma statute, the City Council received an attorney statement and voted to approve a settlement and release agreement with SafeNet Services Inc.
Greenville County, South Carolina
The committee approved $2,000 for the City of Travelers Rest's annual Christmas parade and approved a community project application for the Slater Marietta Firefest, a free public event and fundraiser scheduled for Nov. 1; the Firefest request amount as recorded in the transcript was unclear.
Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia
The Committee on Council favorably advanced a finance committee substitute to amend the FY2026 budget by $50,000 for the Atlantic Commission on Women Trust Fund.
Columbia, Boone County, Missouri
Council voted 4-2 to annex and assign MC (Mixed-Use Corridor) zoning to a 0.89-acre parcel at the northwest corner of Clark Lane and North Lakewood Drive after debate about intensity of permitted uses, buffering and the role of the county's prior approvals.
Greenwood, Johnson County, Indiana
Union leaders representing Greenwood firefighters urged the Common Council to reinstate longevity pay and to reallocate $308,000 in existing funds during public comment; city officials said longevity would create a permanent budget obligation and the controller presented multi-year budget and staffing data.
Claremore, Rogers County, Oklahoma
The City Council authorized Claremore Economic Development to apply for a Rural Economic Action Plan grant to support construction of a lagoon system at Claremore Regional Airport; estimates put total project cost between $1.1 million and $1.9 million and the grant would not exceed $100,000.
Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia
The Committee on Council advanced an ordinance for first reading to amend City of Atlanta precinct boundary lines and polling places in Fulton County for the Nov. 4, 2025 election, as presented in Attachment A.
Greenville County, South Carolina
The Greenville County Committee on Finance approved funds to acquire roughly 3.6 acres of vacant wooded land adjacent to Southside Park on Log Shoals Road, committee members said.
Columbia, Boone County, Missouri
Council approved legislation authorizing renovations to the Albert Oakland Family Aquatic Center, including mechanical and plumbing replacement, pool-liner installation, accessibility upgrades and shade structures; total funding in FY2026 budget is $4 million using park sales tax, a 10-year designated loan and capital project interest funds.
Lawrence City, Marion County, Indiana
Council members said they received the administration’s budget materials Sept. 30 and that an estimated $1.3 million to $3 million deficit will require “tough choices,” including a hiring freeze announced by the mayor.
Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia
The Committee on Council approved multiple mayoral and council appointments to city boards and commissions, including a zoning board member, a public works commissioner nominee, and two commission members; one nomination to the Office of Inspector General was held for lack of the nominee's presence.
Claremore, Rogers County, Oklahoma
Claremore Economic Development told the City Council the last quarter brought $99,000,000 in capital investment and 660 new jobs; officials described a temporary scholarship program that has awarded 235 scholarships, is winding down in December and is under review for permanent funding.
EL PASO ISD, School Districts, Texas
El Paso ISD trustees and their search consultant agreed by consensus Oct. 7 on a schedule and outreach plan for the district's superintendent search, setting community listening sessions the week of Oct. 27'30, an application deadline of Nov. 5, trustee review at the Nov. 10 board meeting, initial interviews in mid-December and follow-up interviews in early December with the possibility of naming a lone finalist after the required 72-hour notification period.
Columbia, Boone County, Missouri
Council authorized staff to proceed with a MoDOT TAP-funded sidewalk project on the south side of West Broadway between Maplewood Drive and West Boulevard after a public hearing that divided neighbors and pedestrian advocates over width and property impacts.
Lawrence City, Marion County, Indiana
On Oct. 6, 2025, the Lawrence Common Council voted to override the mayor’s veto of Proposal 2-2025, an ordinance that would amend the municipal code relating to council approval of expenditures for professional service contracts. The council approved the override during the regular meeting; the transcript does not provide an exact roll-call tally.
CABELL COUNTY SCHOOLS, School Districts, West Virginia
A Cabell County Schools staff member told the Board of Education during a budget presentation that the district’s uncertified October head count was 10,961 while full‑time‑equivalent enrollment (FTE) was 10,887.59, a net loss of 217 students compared with the prior year.
McKinney, Collin County, Texas
During public comment, speakers asked the council to organize educational seminars on child predators and to increase intentional outreach to people experiencing homelessness; a councilmember said staff would follow up on the seminar request.
Ukiah City, Mendocino County, California
The Ukiah City Council adopted a resolution Oct. 6 approving three-year successor memoranda of understanding with multiple bargaining units, setting step-based salary increases for 2025–2028 and adding Juneteenth as a paid holiday, city staff said.
Columbia, Boone County, Missouri
Police described stepped-up overnight enforcement after a homecoming weekend shooting; the city's newly formed Office of Violence Prevention described a multi-phase strategy and asked council to fund two positions by FY2027. Council added a legislative priority requiring lost or stolen guns be reported to local law enforcement within 72 hours.
Grand Junction, Mesa County, Colorado
At the Oct. 6 workshop councilmembers debated the draft strategic plan’s housing pillar. Some members argued the wording misleads the public about the city’s role in producing subsidized housing and urged reorganization or renaming; others defended including housing as a standalone pillar tied to policy and enabling actions.
Sumner City, Pierce County, Washington
Krishanda Walker, an associate planner in the City of Sumner’s community development department, presented two applicant-initiated applications related to the city’s comprehensive plan map and zoning.
McKinney, Collin County, Texas
The council appointed Steve Wilson to represent the city on the Collin Central Appraisal District Board of Directors and thanked outgoing representative Brian Manzan for his service.
Grand Rapids City, Kent County, Michigan
During public comment, a resident encouraged people to meet someone on their block they do not know, saying small personal connections make communities stronger.
Ukiah City, Mendocino County, California
The Ukiah City Council unanimously approved a consent-calendar item authorizing an on-demand memorandum of understanding to provide animal-control services to the Pinoleville Pomo Nation after residents reported dog attacks and limited county response, city staff said.
Tahlequah, Cherokee County, Oklahoma
The Tahlequah City Council gave second and final readings and adopted ordinances closing right-of-way segments at 807 West Choctaw and 118 West Morgan to accommodate encroachments. Councilors voted yes on both measures; staff noted property owners must still satisfy district-level approvals where required.
Grand Junction, Mesa County, Colorado
The recommended 2026 budget includes work on the Salt Flats portable housing site, updates to state-required housing assessments and a continuation of incentives such as impact-fee waivers; council and staff discussed scope, funding and whether to backfill utility connection fees.
McKinney, Collin County, Texas
The council approved resolutions authorizing the use of eminent domain to acquire property interests needed for street reconstruction and a utility relocation tied to the State Highway 5 widening project; both votes were unanimous.
Limestone County, Alabama
The Limestone County Commission recognized John Reinhart with a Carnegie Award after he swam to a person clinging to roots at the Elk River and helped keep them afloat until emergency crews arrived. The commission praised Reinhart and his daughter for assisting in the rescue.
Riverside County, California
RCA staff reviewed six 2025 wildfire events that burned RCA-managed lands, described immediate response and restoration priorities, and gave a progress report on a consultant-led wildfire management plan; the board received and filed the update.
Grand Junction, Mesa County, Colorado
City staff outlined the capital program in the recommended 2026 budget, highlighting pavement preservation and transportation maintenance, facility lifecycle work, utility renewals, and one-time projects including continued work on the community recreation center and wastewater plant expansion.
Fort Myers Beach, Lee County, Florida
The Town Council approved a $50,000 settlement to resolve a federal Fair Labor Standards Act claim with a former employee. Town attorneys and staff said the settlement avoids substantial litigation costs and the agreement includes a release without admission of liability.
McKinney, Collin County, Texas
The council approved a license agreement permitting the Harvest Seed Project Foundation to make improvements at Brave Branch Park and granted a waiver from city lighting code for a parking lot, subject to shielding requirements.
Sumner City, Pierce County, Washington
City staff described a proposed Town Center Plan update that would create an innovation/enterprise overlay, allow accessory dwelling units per state law, reduce height limits in parts of the historic Main Street commercial district and create a residential-only transition zone at the plan edge.
Grand Junction, Mesa County, Colorado
The recommended 2026 budget includes 13 net new public safety positions, funding for a new armored vehicle, an annex feasibility study for police facilities, major communications and radio upgrades, and a new community paramedic program in fire.
Fort Myers Beach, Lee County, Florida
Councilors voted to begin the statutorily required conflict-resolution process with the Lee County School Board over an interlocal agreement concerning the Fort Myers Beach school. The council set a public meeting date and asked that the session be broadcast so community members can follow negotiations.
Riverside County, California
The Regional Conservation Authority on Oct. 6 authorized a third amendment to an ICF contract to pursue a major amendment to the Multiple Species Habitat Conservation Plan to add Crotch’s bumblebee, approving up to $575,208 in additional funds and a total contract cap of $1,330,378; the board voted unanimously.
McKinney, Collin County, Texas
The City of McKinney City Council voted unanimously to name a newly identified dog park after longtime local resident and philanthropist Bob Thomas, following public remarks from community members and brief council remarks.
Limestone County, Alabama
At its Oct. 6 meeting the Limestone County Commission unanimously approved a resolution on emergency mutual aid, contracts for alert and mapping services, maintenance agreements and authorized a $99,801 Homeland Security grant application for mobile fingerprinting and photo scanners for the sheriff’s office.
Iroquois County, Illinois
Officials discussed a vendor proposal to move the county’s records/dispatch system to a cloud model that would raise first‑year maintenance costs from about $38,000 to $65,000; the committee discussed a proposed 70/30 split between the ETSB (70%) and the sheriff/general fund (30%).
Grand Junction, Mesa County, Colorado
City Manager Mike presented the city of Grand Junction’s recommended 2026 budget at a council workshop on Oct. 6, proposing a $314.8 million plan and describing a 12.3% reduction from the 2025 adopted budget largely because two large capital projects have moved into later phases.
Fort Myers Beach, Lee County, Florida
The council approved first reading of a home-rule development agreement that would allow First Baptist Church property to be redeveloped into a rebuilt church and 12 single-family lots, with multiple deviations and community safeguards. Councilors asked for clearer terms on setbacks, drainage, short-term rentals and ongoing neighborhood outreach.
Prince George's County, Maryland
Prince George’s County Council received an orientation Oct. 6 on SE 22‑002, a special exception application proposing a 57‑unit age‑restricted community at 821 Springfield Road in District 4; the council continued oral argument and set a future hearing date.
Tahlequah, Cherokee County, Oklahoma
The council authorized a temporary intergovernmental agreement allowing the city’s emergency management officer to provide emergency management services to Sequoyah County while the county hires a permanent director. The county had already approved the agreement; the contract is limited to major disasters and is temporary.
Graham County, Arizona
Graham County Planning and Zoning commissioners said they are unclear about a new "casita" (accessory dwelling unit) law and will invite the county attorney and Board of Adjustment for training; staff also reported two recent cases were approved by the Board of Supervisors.
Iroquois County, Illinois
County legal counsel and the sheriff urged staff to avoid confrontation with people who record in public areas (so‑called First Amendment auditors), and recommended standard procedures and training to reduce liability and lawsuits.
Fort Myers Beach, Lee County, Florida
The Fort Myers Beach Town Council approved county proposals to rebuild the damaged Fort Myers Beach fishing pier and to replace boardwalks and decking at Bowditch Park, including language that allows construction during sea turtle nesting season subject to state permits and daily monitoring.
Prince George's County, Maryland
Prince George’s County Council (sitting as the District Council) on Oct. 6 heard oral arguments on a remanded detailed site plan (DSP 22001) that would replace a building at Green Meadows Shopping Center with a McDonald’s eating and drinking establishment with a double drive‑through located at MD‑410 and Ager Road in District 2; the council took the matter under advisement.
Tahlequah, Cherokee County, Oklahoma
City staff said closing Spring Street and a portion of an unnamed alley could add roughly 20 spaces to a proposed downtown parking garage. Councilors directed staff to proceed with preliminary design and feasibility work; no closure ordinance or final decision was made.
Graham County, Arizona
The Graham County Planning and Zoning Commission voted to forward a rezoning request from MX (manufacturing) to AR (agricultural/residential) for a property on Second Avenue in Solomon so the Board of Supervisors can consider final action.
Tahlequah, Cherokee County, Oklahoma
A Tahlequah homeowner told the City Council that a multi-phase White Avenue stormwater and paving project has caused new flooding at her house. City staff and councilors discussed ongoing repairs, engineering follow-up and communication gaps; council offered advisory support but took no formal vote.
Iroquois County, Illinois
The county’s supervisor of assessments asked the finance committee to permit payment from the GIS special fund for a chief deputy's one‑time stipend or to reclassify the deputy as a GIS coordinator, citing a shortage of township assessors and training (CIAO) needs.
Rutherford County, North Carolina
The Board of Commissioners approved a revised resolution backing Project NewCo, adding a grant‑required commitment that the company create 68 jobs within two years while retaining a longer‑term target of 125 jobs in five years.
Daniel, Wasatch County, Utah
The Town of Daniel Council on Oct. 6 continued a public hearing on a rezoning request for property at 2530 South Daniel Road after neighbors described what they said were disturbances from a short‑term rental and town staff said the planning commission had not delivered all requested materials.
Payson City Council , Payson, Utah County, Utah
The council approved the consent agenda and appointed Rebecca Billings to the library board. No other ordinances or budget appropriations were passed at the Sept. 17 meeting.
Iroquois County, Illinois
The Iroquois County Finance Committee approved the county's FY2026 projected budget for posting to the county board, but deferred a separate $5,000 request from the University of Illinois Extension for additional staffing until later review of levy and fund impacts.
Limestone County, Alabama
County Engineer Drew Massey presented three subdivision replats (Hampton Campsite, Bridal Subdivision, Black Farm No. 1) and reported that paving operations are paused for several days because the asphalt plant is not running and weather has affected schedules.
Rutherford County, North Carolina
Rutherford County commissioners reapproved a public‑hearing resolution to submit FTA Section 5310 and 5311 grant applications after the required notice was published in the wrong newspaper.
Bluff, San Juan County, Utah
At a Oct. 6, 2025 Bluff Town Council work session, staff and council mapped current and future organizational roles and planned knowledge transfer after a councilmember's resignation was determined to be legally effective upon submission, creating an immediate vacancy; no formal vote was taken.
Payson City Council , Payson, Utah County, Utah
Payson staff presented a phased plan to build a short (par-3) course, add a reception center and upgrade irrigation at Payson City Golf Course. Staff proposed funding the first phase from the golf fund balance; councilors expressed support and asked staff to return with a budget amendment.
Limestone County, Alabama
The commission approved multiple personnel actions Sept. 15, including new corrections officers and deputies, promotions within investigations, a coroner deputy hire, additional campground staff at Cal Fort, an increase in tag-and-title clerks and an explicit count for school resource officers.
Rutherford County, North Carolina
Commissioners authorized staff to negotiate a construction contract to convert a former school building into sheriff’s offices and secure evidence storage (estimated base cost $2.78 million, generator alternate included) and authorized the next design phase for a larger detention center renovation. Staff warned that the detention project’s $9
Bluff, San Juan County, Utah
During the same workshop, participants raised recurring administrative issues: unclear contractor/employee classification, late time‑sheet submissions, payroll accountability, and liability gaps for contractors and incoming elected officials; staff agreed to formalize procurement and documentation.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The Visual Arts Committee reported selections and project proposals including a new bust of former Mayor Edwin (Ed) Lee for City Hall; Tamashi Jackson selected for the Federal Inspection Services (FIS) East Art Wall at Terminal 3 West; and Musee Sasse selected for the FIS West Art Wall. The committee described material
Limestone County, Alabama
The commission authorized submission of a homeland-security grant application for the sheriff's office to buy scanners, fingerprinting and mobile-photo units. The grant is $99,801 and requires no county match; staff said the application had to be submitted by Oct. 1 and would be retroactive to Sept. 30.
Payson City Council , Payson, Utah County, Utah
Residents of the Arrowhead neighborhood told the council about speeding, near-misses at a school-bus stop and poor sight lines on a winding local road. City staff said a monitoring camera can be placed to measure speeds and volumes and that a stop sign or other traffic control could be considered after study.
Bluff, San Juan County, Utah
Town of Bluff staff, elected and appointed members mapped a three-part "knowledge tree" of roots (laws, plans), trunks (day-to-day processes) and branches (relationships, grants) and assigned follow-up work to produce a linked, prioritized onboarding pack for incoming officials and staff.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The Arts Commission's Civic Design Review committee reported unanimous approvals for three projects: a three‑block Powell Street streetscape redesign with widened sidewalks and new seating; phase 1 of the Ingleside Police Station replacement that combines a new two‑story facility and historic building renovations; and SFO West utility and paving
Rutherford County, North Carolina
The county’s Tourism Development Authority told commissioners it has completed a series of Rutherford Bound projects totaling about $24.5 million and is advancing a donor‑funded “Raise the Rock” plan to restore Chimney Rock and Lake Lure.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Arts Commission Director Ralph Remington outlined recent events and programs, including the Big Art Loop public‑private sculpture initiative, the opening of new grant cycles with deadlines in October and November, and a task force recommendation to study moving the Arts Commission to administrative code while eliminating a street‑artists advisory
Bluff, San Juan County, Utah
Council members discussed a proposed governance chart that would place day-to-day departments under an administrative director while boards and commissions retain a direct line to the council; the session covered quarterly reporting, the water board’s status, and legal limits on hiring relatives.
Limestone County, Alabama
At its Sept. 15 work session, the Limestone County Commission approved a series of emergency-management agreements and short-term service contracts that county officials said maintain annual systems for mass notification, field operations, weather data and mapping tools.
Payson City Council , Payson, Utah County, Utah
Councilors debated a proposal to limit curb parking on Main Street and Utah Avenue to two hours to improve customer turnover and deter employees from parking all day. No ordinance was adopted; staff will return with a draft and enforcement options.
Rutherford County, North Carolina
Rutherford County finance officials told the Board of Commissioners that FEMA delays have left roughly $31.5 million in storm reimbursement pending, forcing the county to pay contractors from its reserves and reducing interest income used for one‑time projects.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
At an informational hearing Oct. 6, Recreation and Park staff told the San Francisco Arts Commission that the Vaillancourt Fountain is structurally deteriorated, mechanically inoperable and fenced for safety; staff shared a third‑party ROM restoration estimate of $29 million and two lower-cost alternatives for removal or temporary disassembly. The
Payson City Council , Payson, Utah County, Utah
The Payson City Library board told the City Council about expanded programs, outreach and a feasibility study for a new library building, highlighting growing participation in summer reading and new checkout items such as sewing machines, kayaks and hotspots.
Chesterfield, St. Louis County, Missouri
Council confirmed a Board of Adjustment alternate, reappointed a member, and appointed a planning commission nominee in unanimous votes.
Spalding County, Georgia
County manager described statewide ACCG tours of power-generation and data-center facilities and said Spalding County's zoning and conditions for data centers align with industry best practice; Commissioner Flowers Taylor argued the county's 'green' industrial standards attract higher-revenue development.
Jackson, Teton County, Wyoming
Town and county leaders discussed placing a countywide lodging-tax measure on a future ballot, heard opposition from Teton Village lodging interests and support from several elected officials for a countywide 2% measure; staff were asked to return with additional financial and timing details and no formal action was taken.
West Lafayette Com School Corp, School Boards, Indiana
Transportation staff reported identical staffing from last year, an aging sub‑set of buses requiring additional inspections, plans to order a new vehicle, roughly 66 daily routes, expanded special‑needs programming and on‑time pickup improvements noted by parents.
Spalding County, Georgia
Board approved a package of routine grant revisions and transportation projects: juvenile justice grant revision, LMIG award for East McIntosh Road, local bridge match of $100,000 for Manly Road bridge, T-SPLOST resurfacing, and surplus vehicle declarations.
Chesterfield, St. Louis County, Missouri
Council authorized a one-year extension to its St. Louis County police CAD/reporting contract with a 5% increase, accepted low bids for CDBG handicap ramps and crack-sealing, and approved updated legal engagement terms with Armstrong Teasdale.
Elmhurst, DuPage County, Illinois
Fire Chief Duford told the council the department is experiencing record call volumes, planning to put a new engine into service and expects a state grant to cover a substantial portion of a new training tower; the department also described overtime, sick‑payout and uniform cost drivers.
Salinas, Monterey County, California
Staff described a draft internal housing production dashboard designed to track projects from entitlement through construction with filters for tenure, affordability and council district. Internal beta testing involves staff familiar with permitting and planning software; staff plan community outreach before public release.
West Lafayette Com School Corp, School Boards, Indiana
A school representative reported current enrollment, test‑score improvements in math and English language arts, staffing counts, special‑education figures and a parent council grant program that funded 16 of 18 teacher proposals.
Spalding County, Georgia
Commissioners approved paying $2.2 million as the county's portion of land acquisition for the regional Griffin-Spalding airport, to be funded alongside a partner city, the board said.
Chesterfield, St. Louis County, Missouri
Council advanced first readings to strengthen commercial solicitation background checks, revise nuisance and waste-container rules, and approved restoring standard liquor hours rather than adopting daytime extensions for FIFA 2026 events.
Elmhurst, DuPage County, Illinois
The proposed 2026 municipal utility fund budget proposes passing DuPage Water Commission's rate increase through to customers, maintaining Elmhurst volumetric rates, and funding pumping-station rehabilitation via Illinois EPA low-interest loans.
West Lafayette Com School Corp, School Boards, Indiana
The West Lafayette Community School Corporation board approved the school budget and related referendum plans, adopted capital and bus replacement plans, authorized an engineering agreement for a Happy Hollow chiller design and advanced a set of policy revisions; one heavyweight policy (C200) was postponed for further review.
Salinas, Monterey County, California
City staff told the Housing and Land Use Committee that the 2025–26 multifamily Notice of Funding Availability offered about $8 million and received five proposals. Staff will complete interdepartmental review and return with funding recommendations to committee in October and to City Council on Nov. 18, 2025.
Spalding County, Georgia
Board approved an $8,835,000 contract with Piedmont Paving for park improvements at Volunteer Park and Ambucks Park; county match totals $509,000 across the grants, officials said.
Chesterfield, St. Louis County, Missouri
The City Council approved the RPA 3 redevelopment plan (TIF) after a 7-1 vote, advanced related RPA and financing measures, and held a contentious exchange about boundaries, transparency and auditor findings.
Elmhurst, DuPage County, Illinois
The city’s 2026 capital program totals $113.3 million; staff said three projects—the new police station, metro station improvements and potable water work—account for roughly 70% of the capital budget and are financed with bond proceeds and grants.
West Lafayette Com School Corp, School Boards, Indiana
Several West Lafayette residents told the school board they oppose adopting a broadly open transfer lottery; speakers cited classroom capacity, transportation, community stability and long‑term funding as reasons to favor solutions aimed at attracting in‑district families instead.
Salinas, Monterey County, California
On Sept. 30, 2025, the Salinas Housing and Land Use Committee asked staff to develop a prioritized calendar of presentations covering tenant navigation and rent-stabilization supports, permitting oversight, zoning reform (including ADUs and parking minimums), development feasibility, and regional coordination with Monterey County.
Elmhurst, DuPage County, Illinois
Council reviewed a new internal service Central Fleet Fund that reallocates maintenance costs and creates a systematic vehicle-replacement contribution from departments to reduce operating-budget volatility.
McPherson County, Kansas
The board approved personnel change notices (PCNs) for two hires in the Register of Deeds office and a replacement in the personnel/administration department.
Spalding County, Georgia
A resident described delays and an intimidating response from animal-control staff; commissioners pressed county management for options to increase staffing, enforcement and proactive outreach.
Neptune Beach, Duval County, Florida
During a meeting, Neptune Beach officials approved a motion and asked the police chief to request input from April Carney, the city’s school board representative, about camera-based school safety programs used in other jurisdictions. The transcript does not include the motion text or vote tally.
Janesville, Rock County, Wisconsin
Planning staff told the Janesville Plan Commission on Oct. 6 that Article 4 and Article 8 drafts for the zoning and subdivision ordinance update will be distributed ahead of the Oct. 20 meeting for commissioner review.
Elmhurst, DuPage County, Illinois
City staff introduced a $274 million 2026 operating budget and flagged pressure on the general fund after federal stimulus funds run out, citing a $1 million proposed corporate levy increase and higher health and pension costs.
McPherson County, Kansas
A temporary zoning permit for a weekend haunted-forest event was approved with conditions requiring proof of insurance, signage, and a sheriff's deputy presence for traffic and safety concerns.
Events, LAWTON, School Districts, Oklahoma
The district podcast announced that Lawton High alumnus and Hall of Famer Will Shields will speak to secondary students as part of the 'Be the Better You' program; the district has named a street after him.
City of DeLand, Volusia County, Florida
At a City of DeLand commission meeting, officials held a first reading of an ordinance to amend the city's Land Development Regulations (sections 33-17, 33-19.15 and 33-12) regarding tiny homes; the transcript does not record a vote or further schedule.
Janesville, Rock County, Wisconsin
The Janesville Plan Commission set Oct. 20, 2025 public hearings for conditional use permit applications to build a Sauk Valley Bank with a drive-through at 1135 Black Bridal Road and to establish a dog daycare with an outdoor run at 2315 West Court Street.
Belleville, St. Clair County, Illinois
During public participation, residents asked for clarification of a mask policy, and two speakers, Rick Brown and Stewart Manor, made allegations about zoning-board decisions and judicial bond amounts; council directed the police lieutenant to follow up on the mask question off the dais.
Events, LAWTON, School Districts, Oklahoma
Lawton Public Schools will host a pumpkin patch for pre-K students at the district Ag Farms; district staff purchased pumpkins and community partners donated hay and assistance, the superintendent said.
McPherson County, Kansas
Planning and zoning reported roughly $2.6 million in valuation (including multiple poultry barns), distributed FEMA flood‑plain notices to local governments, and said the comprehensive plan will come to the county commissioners for final action later in October; staff also outlined zoning enforcement and outreach plans.
Janesville, Rock County, Wisconsin
The Janesville Plan Commission voted Oct. 6 to forward two requests from TDS Telecommunications to convey six-foot utility easements on city-owned riverfront property to city council with a favorable recommendation; the commission noted it did not review the financial terms.
Blacksburg, Montgomery County, Virginia
An unnamed firefighter with the Blacksburg Volunteer Fire Department described the department’s standard protective equipment — bunker gear, Nomex hoods, gloves, helmets — and said portable radios can cost $7,000–$10,000. The remarks appeared in a meeting transcript; no procurement vote or formal action was recorded in the excerpt.
Belleville, St. Clair County, Illinois
The Belleville City Council approved claims and disbursements totaling $2,659,506.08, payroll runs of $1,040,489.18 (Sept. 19) and $1,061,539 (Oct. 3), and motor-fuel claims of $197,929.59.
Events, LAWTON, School Districts, Oklahoma
Superintendent Heim reminded families on the podcast that Impact A cards and community eligibility forms must be returned so the district can secure funding tied to those forms.
McPherson County, Kansas
Public works will install three 36‑inch pipes at the Roxbury low‑water crossing to manage creek flow; the county plans to remove the structure from KDOT's off‑system bridge list and transfer responsibility to the township.
Janesville, Rock County, Wisconsin
The Janesville Plan Commission on Oct. 6 unanimously approved the preliminary plat for Rockport Ridge Estates (eighth edition), a 4.8-acre subdivision that would create nine single-family lots and two outlots and dedicate rights-of-way and easements to support future development.
Tracy Animal Services advised finders to keep a found dog in the area, canvass nearby streets, and contact the shelter to file a found-dog report; the shelter offers microchip scans, temporary supplies and schedules an intake appointment if an owner is not located.
Belleville, St. Clair County, Illinois
Belleville approved acceptance of two parcels from the St. Clair County tax agent for demolition or possible infill; the council recorded receipt of $1,572 related to those parcels.
Events, LAWTON, School Districts, Oklahoma
Lawton Public Schools’ MacArthur hosted its first on-site varsity football game, drawing a large crowd; Superintendent Heim said organizers saw logistical kinks including parking and handicap access and noted some future games will remain at Cameron stadium.
McPherson County, Kansas
The county commissioners approved a $974,274.20 contract to L & M Contractors Inc. to replace Groveland Bridge No. 100080; county funds will pay the work and a detour is planned for harvest season.
General Government Operations and Appropriations , Legislative, Guam
Senator Taitigui introduced Bill 188-38 COR to appropriate the FY2026 debt‑service savings (about $19,745,714) from a bond refunding to Guam Memorial Hospital Authority for critical capital and operating needs. GMHA and GEDA expressed support; sponsors said they will coordinate markups and consider temporary procurement authorities.
Mercer County, North Dakota
After correcting levy calculations and pausing to fix errors in the budget "blue book," the Mercer County Board of Commissioners approved a $4,051,408.19 budget on Oct. 6 and voted to transfer $208,000 into cash reserves to smooth levy impacts under the state'9s cap rules.
Pratt County, Kansas
Commissioners approved payment of $2,687.13 to repair a generator at the county health department to address console and mechanical issues.
Events, LAWTON, School Districts, Oklahoma
Superintendent Heim said the Board of Education approved a $2,500 holiday bonus for certified teachers and $1,750 for support staff, to be paid the Friday before Thanksgiving in November.
Belleville, St. Clair County, Illinois
The council approved a one-year contract for Vector Solutions premium software for the fire department ($1,552.29) and an intergovernmental video integration and archive agreement between Bellevue Police and the St. Clair County Housing Authority.
General Government Operations and Appropriations , Legislative, Guam
Two bills presented Oct. 6 would direct bond-refinancing savings to Guam Memorial Hospital Authority; witnesses described life-safety needs and an electronic health record but the debt-service savings available for FY2026 differ across documents.
Rancho Cordova City, Sacramento County, California
Rancho Cordova’s council approved a zoning change, permit and operating agreement to allow a 1,003‑square‑foot digital billboard at Fight Circle and separately authorized a two‑year operations grant for the Cordova Community Council Foundation, actions opponents described as favoritism and supporters called a sustainable revenue source for local nonprofits.
Pratt County, Kansas
Commissioners agreed to pay up to $5,000 toward grounding work to protect the county 911 tower from lightning strikes and approved up to $1,000 to repair a damaged PSAP radio.
Belleville, St. Clair County, Illinois
Belleville authorized entering an agreement with the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers for Phase 3 of the East Creek Sewer Separation Project; the city's estimated 25% share was reported as $1,700,000 of a $6.8 million total.
Events, LAWTON, School Districts, Oklahoma
Superintendent Heim told the district podcast he will retire at the end of the current school year, citing family reasons and giving the board time to conduct a search and transition.
General Government Operations and Appropriations , Legislative, Guam
Senator St. Augustine, author of Bill 3-38 COR, told the Committee on Finance and Government Operation on Oct. 6 that his measure would create a licensing and excise framework for electronic nicotine delivery systems (ENDS), commonly called vapes, and set aside most of the tax revenue for Guam Memorial Hospital Authority (GMHA) and for enforcement and prevention.
Pratt County, Kansas
Sheriff’s office presented a proposal for a dual-purpose K‑9 to assist narcotics detection and search-and-rescue, discussed donations in an attorney‑client executive session with no action taken, and the commission approved hiring a part‑time jailer.
Belleville, St. Clair County, Illinois
Belleville aldermen voted to commit $276,097.77 for Cool Valley Drive flood mitigation and approved engineering and optional services contracts for South Church Street reconstruction, funded by home-rule sales tax and TIF 17.
Rancho Cordova City, Sacramento County, California
City staff briefed the council on focus‑group and a 400‑respondent scientific survey about a potential Rancho Cordova Unified School District. Council voted 4–1 to authorize an educational program plan and continue toward a feasibility study and petition process.
Events, LAWTON, School Districts, Oklahoma
A guest speaker visiting Lockton High, McArthur and Eisenhower encouraged students to prepare multiple ‘backup’ plans, pursue education and practice skills when no one is watching, and shared personal examples from school music programs.
University of Minnesota, Public Universities Board of Trustees Meeting, School Boards, Minnesota
The Audit and Compliance Committee reviewed its 2025 6 work plan, confirmed the annual financial-statement sign-off schedule (Oct. 29) and noted a planned closed session on information security for the December meeting.
Fort Pierce, St. Lucie County, Florida
An application seeking conditional-use approval for increased height at 1606 Surfside Drive was withdrawn during the Oct. 6 quasi-judicial hearing after staff and the applicant clarified how height is measured from coastal flood elevation and before questions about wastewater hookups and drainage were resolved.
Spalding County, Georgia
County staff presented a list of vehicles and equipment recommended as surplus and said sale proceeds would return to fund balance; a commissioner urged creation of a supplemental or Capital Improvement Program (CIP) fund to hold such proceeds and staff said the county ordinance already calls for a CIP fund to be established in next year's budget.
Menomonee Falls, Waukesha County, Wisconsin
The Village of Menomonee Falls Board of Trustees voted 5–2 on Oct. 6 to approve a development agreement with Time Crafted Properties LLC and to authorize a taxable municipal revenue obligation of up to $500,000 over 16 years for a parcel in Tax Incremental District No. 18.
Anniston, Calhoun County, Alabama
City Council reconvened a special session to consider an ordinance that would levy a local excise tax and require business licenses for the sale of consumable vapor (vape) products; council approved immediate consideration and a title-only reading and opened a public hearing that drew no speakers.
University of Minnesota, Public Universities Board of Trustees Meeting, School Boards, Minnesota
Chief Auditor Galswyck told the Audit and Compliance Committee that only 15% of open high-risk audit items were remediated in the most recent period, several items remain open more than two years, and employee leaves could delay parts of the FY26 audit plan.
Fort Pierce, St. Lucie County, Florida
The commission approved the final plan-development site plan for Symphony Lakes Pod 1, a roughly 88.5-acre low-density residential phase with 286 single-family homes, landscape buffers, five lakes, a school bus turnaround and eight staff conditions before permits and occupancy.
Menomonee Falls, Waukesha County, Wisconsin
Fire Chief Joel Pubmeracker told the Village Board that the department is up 168 calls year to date, described staffing and training changes, reviewed equipment replacement plans and warned of swift-water rescue risks after recent flooding.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
At the Oct. 6 Health Commission meeting, William Heughan summarized the Department of Public Health Kaizen Promotion Office's recent work: primary care access improvements, medication-simplification projects at Laguna Honda, new cross-functional initiatives and training programs to spread Lean practices across DPH.
Spalding County, Georgia
County staff told commissioners on Oct. 6 that a juvenile-justice professional-services contract paid by a juvenile court grant was revised to remove automobile and professional-liability insurance requirements, retain general liability and workers’ compensation, and delete an irrelevant copyright provision.
University of Minnesota, Public Universities Board of Trustees Meeting, School Boards, Minnesota
At the October 2025 Audit and Compliance Committee meeting, Associate Vice President Catherine Bonnison briefed regents on the university's enterprise risk management program, its alignment with peer institutions and plans for deeper reviews of research, reputation and student experience.
Fort Pierce, St. Lucie County, Florida
The commission approved nearly $297,000 to buy a Glance system that will coordinate traffic signals with emergency vehicles across about 46 main intersections; city staff said in-house installation should let the system go live within 60–90 days and includes 10 years of software/service.
Menomonee Falls, Waukesha County, Wisconsin
Hospital leaders told the Village of Menomonee Falls Board of Trustees that the neighborhood hospital opened in 2021, provides 24/7 emergency and inpatient care with short wait times and fast EMS turnover, and has redirected future marketing dollars into local community giving.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
At the Oct. 6 Health Commission meeting, San Francisco health officials briefed commissioners on AB 144 (signed Sept. 17, 2025), the West Coast Health Alliance and local plans for public and provider outreach on COVID, influenza and RSV vaccinations.
Spalding County, Georgia
Spalding County staff said resurfacing Janet and Swint roads inside the city of Orchard Hill will exceed the district’s earlier $300,000 allocation because asphalt and striping costs rose about 45%; staff said $200,000 in additional funds are available from excess collections and existing task orders to cover the increase.
LaSalle County, Illinois
The LaSalle County Board reappointed Leeson Gourd to a three-year term as commissioner of Adams Earl Drainage District Number 1, beginning Oct. 1, 2025, and expiring Sept. 30, 2028.
Fort Pierce, St. Lucie County, Florida
The City Commission approved a $63,347 payment to Lighting by Design for Marina Square holiday lighting after commissioners criticized procurement missteps, an expired contract and work performed before commission authorization.
Simsbury Center, Capitol County, Connecticut
Simsbury Community Media told a live audience that cord-cutting has reduced subscription revenue and asked residents to donate to sustain local programming, education and meeting coverage.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Multiple public commenters at the Oct. 6 San Francisco Health Commission meeting raised concerns about Laguna Honda Hospital admissions, out-of-county transfers for elderly patients, delays in public records requests and the scheduling of the Laguna Honda Joint Conference Committee (JCC).
Spalding County, Georgia
Public works staff asked the board to commit a $100,000 local share for replacement of the bridge on Manly Road over Hedge Creek under a GDOT off-system bridge replacement program; typical total project cost estimated around $1.5 million and GDOT would cover additional costs.
LaSalle County, Illinois
The LaSalle County Board approved a resolution appointing Wesley Linton as superintendent of maintenance, an at-will, FLSA-exempt position with a first-year salary of $90,000 and term dates specified in the resolution.
Teton County, Wyoming
Teton County commissioners and the Jackson Town Council on Oct. 6 continued a months-long discussion about a possible countywide lodging-tax ballot initiative, heard staff scenarios for how additional cents could be collected and spent, and took public comment; neither body voted to place a measure on the ballot.
Simsbury Center, Capitol County, Connecticut
At a packed Simsbury Historical Society program, local researcher Tom Yannick presented archival evidence that Pilfisher (also shown as Pilforshire in some sources) was a small cluster of farm properties annexed to Simsbury in 1873 and later declined for economic and agricultural reasons, not because of violence or mass abandonment.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
At the Oct. 6 San Francisco Health Commission meeting, Department of Public Health officials updated commissioners on Hunters Point Naval Shipyard cleanup oversight, a climate-resilience study and the launch of an environmental health clinic at the Southeast Family Health Center in the Bayview, developed with UCSF.
Spalding County, Georgia
Spalding County staff asked the board to accept a FY25 Local Maintenance and Improvement Grant (LAMIG) award of $319,200 from GDOT to fund safety improvements along 5.1 miles of East McIntosh Road; project total submitted was $415,000 and requires a 30% local match funded from county road funds.
Medina City Council, Medina City, Medina, Medina County, Ohio
At the town hall, candidates recommended stepped code enforcement, easier access to repair programs and exploration of manufactured housing and alternative housing types to address affordability and aging homes.
Harrisonburg (Independent City), Virginia
The board voted Oct. 6 to approve a slate of 12 election officers after party chairs received the list; the Republican chair replied with no objection and the Democratic chair did not respond by the deadline, which the office treated as no objection under its new procedure.
Charleston, Kanawha County, West Virginia
Council approved Bill 8058 to update the municipal code to exempt businesses with less than $2,500 in annual gross income and to conform to the state phaseout of B&O tax on new automobile sales; one council member said they would vote no citing concerns about automobile sale tax loss.
Piedmont City Unified, School Districts, California
Brian Gidney, president of the Piedmont Firefighters Association, urged the City Council during public comment to address retention and recruitment, saying the one‑year labor agreement on the consent calendar “falls short.”
Spalding County, Georgia
Judge Josh Thacker and county bailiff leadership presented a grand jury recommendation to increase daily pay for part-time bailiffs and to move bailiff payroll/administration onto a county line item; presenters said current pay rates are outdated and the grand jury recommended the first change in over a decade.
Medina City Council, Medina City, Medina, Medina County, Ohio
Both candidates said Medina should tightly limit consumer fireworks after Ohio legalized certain fireworks statewide. They cited dense housing, fire risk and resident disturbance as reasons to keep local restrictions.
Harrisonburg (Independent City), Virginia
The board was told Oct. 6 that Printelec will demo DS200 equipment at a public meeting on Oct. 20; staff outlined poll-pad/same-day-registration flow, training dates during the week of Oct. 20, early-voting start Oct. 25, key pre-processing and canvass dates and the State Board's RLA selection timeline.
Charleston, Kanawha County, West Virginia
Stuart McMillan, president of the Downtown Charleston Business Improvement District, told council the BID will install new lighting on Summer Street, replace trash cans, and continue ambassador services, with federal, state and city funding supporting projects.
Spalding County, Georgia
County and the City of Griffin were asked to advance roughly $2.2 million to cover negotiated land acquisitions for the regional airport; the city agreed to split the cost and GDOT will reimburse about 95% of the acquisition funds, leaving each jurisdiction responsible for a small non-reimbursable share.
Riverside County, California
A SANDAG representative briefed the WRCOG executive committee on the draft 2025 regional plan, which proposes dozens of new transit routes, hundreds of miles of bikeways and highway operational improvements; the EIR and final plan are expected before SANDAG's board in December 2025.
Harrisonburg (Independent City), Virginia
Election staff said at least eight students signed up to serve as Election Day "pages" to guide lines and assist with same-day registration; pages cannot handle ballots, poll pads or enter booths and will receive a short training session.
Medina City Council, Medina City, Medina, Medina County, Ohio
John Coyne and Jim Shields said Medina should remain open to new businesses, support one‑stop permitting and use incentives to attract employers. Both candidates supported studying a city DORA and said existing short‑term rental rules near the square should be enforced.
Charleston, Kanawha County, West Virginia
Resolution 25-098 approves a one-year pilot with Dynamic Graphics for an online uniform ordering portal for employees who receive uniform vouchers; Councilwoman Kearns questioned whether in-city businesses could be used.
Village of East Canton, Stark County, Ohio
Residents thanked police for increased patrols, raised concerns about speeding and camera delays; staff and police said supplier tariffs delayed camera installation and explained technical specs for speed tables while the council discussed enforcement and next steps.
Riverside County, California
Craig Miller, incoming TAC chair and general manager at Western Water, told the WRCOG executive committee that the governor signed SB72, which directs the Department of Water Resources to plan for a 9 million acre-foot new water supply; Miller thanked WRCOG and member cities for letters of support.
Harrisonburg (Independent City), Virginia
Director Mark Vink proposed asking precinct chiefs to complete a single-sheet grading form (0–4) for election officers to identify training needs and potential promotions; the office plans to present the form at chief training later in the month.
Medina City Council, Medina City, Medina, Medina County, Ohio
Both mayoral candidates said Medina must prioritize sidewalk repairs and pedestrian safety on and around Medina Square. They discussed crosswalk bump‑outs funded by a grant, traffic-signal timing, and a potential Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area (DORA) — but urged safety fixes before adopting DORA.
Charleston, Kanawha County, West Virginia
Council adopted Resolution 25-095 to amend the FY2025-26 general fund budget, allocating about $27,000 received from the West Virginia treasurer's unclaimed property to the parks department for repaving outdoor basketball courts.
Riverside County, California
WRCOG staff received a California Stormwater Quality Association award for a neighborhood pollution-prevention program and updated the executive committee on a long-running used motor oil recycling program and volunteer cleanups that removed thousands of pounds of trash.
Harrisonburg (Independent City), Virginia
James Madison University will convert part of the Godwin Hall bus depot into temporary parking on Election Day, moving most Election Day parking to an overflow lot; elections staff said the change should shorten routes for ADA voters to the elevator entrance.
Spalding County, Georgia
Commissioners directed staff to return in about 60 days with a list of preliminary-design projects that could be turned quickly into grant applications as short-notice federal and state funding opportunities arise.
Medina City Council, Medina City, Medina, Medina County, Ohio
At the town hall, both mayoral candidates said Medina needs a multi-pronged approach to deer overpopulation after candidates and the moderator noted a rising number of deer–vehicle incidents and limited results from bow-hunting programs.
Charleston, Kanawha County, West Virginia
Resolution 25-097 authorizes Insight Pike Contracting LLC for $365,530 to rehabilitate storm sewer pipes at roughly 45 city locations; finance committee recommended approval.
Riverside County, California
WRCOG staff told the executive committee that many residential PACE (HERO) refunds remain unclaimed; the agency followed a November 2022 directive to transfer eligible dormant refunds to the state after due-diligence outreach.
Harrisonburg (Independent City), Virginia
Director of Elections Mark Vink told the Harrisonburg City Electoral Board Oct. 6 that the office currently estimates about $11,000 in officer costs for early voting, and described how returned-undeliverable absentee ballots are handled and why ballots cannot be forwarded by the Postal Service.
Village of East Canton, Stark County, Ohio
Council adopted an ordinance to implement a cybersecurity policy in compliance with Ohio Revised Code section 9.64 (House Bill 96), and set an implementation timeline requiring technical and training steps by June 30, 2026.
Medina City Council, Medina City, Medina, Medina County, Ohio
At a Medina mayoral town hall hosted by Medina TV and the Greater Medina Chamber of Commerce, Council President John Coyne and Council Member Jim Shields outlined competing priorities: Coyne emphasized public-safety initiatives while Shields emphasized continuity, staff retention and fiscal balance. Both pledged transparent, accessible government.
Charleston, Kanawha County, West Virginia
Council adopted Resolution 25-096 to contract Lake Crest Construction for a $579,755 storm sewer installation on Chesterfield Avenue; most funding comes from a congressional allocation with a 25% city match.
Riverside County, California
The Inland Regional Energy Network told WRCOG�executive committee it can now provide technical assistance for solar panels, battery storage and EV chargers after CPUC approval, and highlighted cash-for-kilowatts incentives, workforce fellowships and a $1.35 million outreach award tied to a larger state decarbonization grant.
Appleton City, Winnebago County, Wisconsin
The Municipal Services Committee approved an extension for a long-term temporary occupancy permit at 222 West College Avenue through Dec. 31, 2025, conditioned on a traffic control plan that restricts sidewalk occupancy evenings and weekends; the vote was 5-0.
Spalding County, Georgia
County staff asked commissioners to approve awarding an $8,835,000 construction contract to Piedmont Paving to carry out grant-funded upgrades at Volunteer Park and Ambucks Park; the projects are funded by five grants totaling $9.35 million and require a $509,000 county match.
Spokane County, Washington
Spokane County planning staff presented the first parcel‑level results of an environmental‑impact‑statement (EIS) study for the county’s 2026 comprehensive‑plan update and outlined two ‘bookend’ growth alternatives; multiple landowners urged inclusion of specific parcels in the UGA study area.
Charleston, Kanawha County, West Virginia
City council adopted Resolution 25-094 to transfer $800,000 from the opioid settlement fund to the CARE office fund after federal grant support ended, allowing continued operations while staff seek other revenue.
Rankin County, Mississippi
Supervisors authorized publication of a notice to bidders for demolition work at the former cement plant on Barquette Road and discussed the bid package timing; demolition work will exclude two metal buildings and the county is finalizing the bid documents.
Village of East Canton, Stark County, Ohio
Council ratified an appointment to the village service department, setting an initial $25-per-hour rate with an increase to $26 per hour after the employee obtains a commercial driver’s license (CDL-A); the ordinance included an emergency clause and an effective date in October 2025.
Appleton City, Winnebago County, Wisconsin
The committee approved design parameters for the Comet Ridge preliminary plat, including collector streets with 10-foot side paths in sections; alderpersons raised concerns about homeowner notification, snow removal responsibilities and long-term maintenance costs.
Rankin County, Mississippi
The board approved a sole-source purchase of Axon Enterprise, Inc. equipment and packages for law-enforcement use; staff recorded the sole-source justification and approved the purchase in open session.
Spokane County, Washington
Alex Dupey, a consultant with MIG, gave the Spokane County Planning Commission an update Oct. 2 on transit-oriented development concepts for Division Street, focusing on two county-area nodes (Whitworth and Northgate) and laying out a phased program of design, feasibility and multimodal recommendations.
Charleston, Kanawha County, West Virginia
The Finance Committee approved several routine items including two salt spreaders ($27,586), settlement of a vehicle claim, and a $27,158 budget amendment to transfer unclaimed property funds to parks and recreation for court repairs.
Village of East Canton, Stark County, Ohio
Council held a first reading and discussion of an ordinance to raise village administrator Henry Boyle’s base pay 10% to $72,000 and add a $500-per-month zoning stipend; members debated the effective date, funding splits, and procedural timing before scheduling final action.
Appleton City, Winnebago County, Wisconsin
The committee approved the first revision to the State Municipal Agreement for the Old Oneida Street bridge after updated cost estimates rose from about $2.5 million to roughly $4 million; local share will rise and was budgeted across 2025 and 2026.
Rankin County, Mississippi
Supervisors approved a 10-lot preliminary plat, an amended final plat for New Haven Phase 2, finalized MDOT submission authority for the Old 49 overlay, granted a 25-foot variance to Spring Hill Missionary Baptist Church and approved a conditional use permit to place a manufactured home for Towanda Green under documented hardship.
Charleston, Kanawha County, West Virginia
The Finance Committee approved Resolution 25-98 to contract with Dynamic Graphics for an online uniform voucher portal covering 239 employees eligible for $350 vouchers and 13 employees eligible for $200 vouchers; boot vouchers ($150) remain separate.
Garfield County, Colorado
The board discussed a draft intergovernmental agreement with the library district to establish a reappointment process for trustees; commissioners were divided and asked staff to return with revisions and timelines for notice and interviews.
Northwest Allen County Schools, School Boards, Indiana
The board recognized the Northwest Allen County Schools nutrition services team after the district’s K–12 food-service entry placed among the top four in a national JTM Food Group K12 Crave competition; administrators also highlighted district meal counts and staff hours.
Appleton City, Winnebago County, Wisconsin
The Municipal Services Committee recommended council approval of free parking downtown for Small Business Saturday 2025, with Appleton Downtown Incorporated offering $1,600 toward metered parking; the measure passed 5-0 and will go to council next week.
Rankin County, Mississippi
County officials reviewed three offers to renew property-casualty coverage, including a fully insured renewal, a pooled program through MASET and a heavily self-insured proposal; no vote was taken and staff will return with recommendation before mid-November.
Charleston, Kanawha County, West Virginia
The Finance Committee approved Resolution 25-97 to award Insight Pipe Contracting LLC a $365,530 contract to rehabilitate multiple deteriorated storm sewers using cured-in-place lining, a less disruptive alternative to open replacement; staff said there are about 45 pipes included across the city.
Garfield County, Colorado
After a director’s decision to correct a mapping error that would rezone property to Commercial Limited, the commission granted a call‑up request and set a public hearing for Nov. 3 to decide the matter.
Northwest Allen County Schools, School Boards, Indiana
District operations staff described progress on the transportation center and Willow Creek Middle School construction, and reported big reductions in late bus routes this school year after hiring drivers and improving operations.
Linn County, Kansas
Commissioners heard from Jennifer Leech Harlow about options for the county economic-development board, including contracting a coordinator to run the Youth Entrepreneurship Challenge (YEC) and other programs. Patty Ann Sanborn of SEK Inc. described regional efforts on housing, childcare and workforce development.
Waukesha City, Waukesha County, Wisconsin
After resident complaints about vehicles blocking alley travel, the committee approved installing 'no parking in alley' signage in Alley 71 (Porter Avenue/E. Broadway/Frederick Street) to help enforcement and reduce blockages.
Charleston, Kanawha County, West Virginia
The Finance Committee approved Resolution 25-96 to award Lake Crest Construction a $579,755 contract to replace ~160 feet of 30-inch pipe and ~850 feet of 18-inch pipe on Chesterfield Avenue and Glenwood Grove, funded in part by a grant with a 25% city match and earlier congressional directed spending secured by Sen. Capito.
Garfield County, Colorado
The board approved an extension to allow Chevron additional time to meet permit conditions for a pad conversion; staff said potable water, toilet facilities and time‑sensitive air‑quality/road permits remain to be completed.
Northwest Allen County Schools, School Boards, Indiana
The board approved the 2026 capital projects plan, bus replacement plan, budget adoption (Form 4), authority to adjust appropriations, and an additional appropriation tied to the 2025 GO bond sale; it also approved early purchase of 2026 buses to lock in lower prices.
Linn County, Kansas
Public works reviewed truck bids for the county landfill, authorized a $66,022 perimeter-berm contract with Nail Excavation to begin Nov. 3, and discussed vertical expansion and potential use of a strip pit pending Corps of Engineers review.
Waukesha City, Waukesha County, Wisconsin
Following a resident request about speeding near Pebble Valley Park, staff recommended additional 25 mph signage and relocating an existing sign; the committee approved the plan.
Charleston, Kanawha County, West Virginia
Finance Committee approved Resolution 25-94 to transfer $800,000 from the city's opioid settlement fund to the Care Office fund to continue operations through fiscal 2027, primarily to cover personnel formerly supported by grants.
Garfield County, Colorado
The board approved a procurement contract to Martinez Western Constructors to replace sidewalks and drainage at the Rifle Department of Human Services building; project funded from a reallocated capital account.
Linn County, Kansas
County office managers approved a two-year contract to move the public-works work-order system to G Works, including an $8,000 implementation fee and an $11,064 annual subscription after year one; staff outlined migration timing and training plans.
Waukesha City, Waukesha County, Wisconsin
Following a staff field review and pedestrian counts, the committee approved adding left-side pedestrian signs and new crosswalk markings at Hartwell and Linden Street by the park.
Northwest Allen County Schools, School Boards, Indiana
Northwest Allen County Schools officials detailed an operating referendum on the Nov. 4 ballot that would raise up to $12,156,914 a year (rate up to 0.2787) to fund a new career and technical education facility, districtwide salary and staffing increases, safety staffing and instructional supports. Administrators and several residents spoke in the
Charleston, Kanawha County, West Virginia
The City of Charleston Finance Committee on Oct. 6 approved Bill 80-58 to align the municipal B&O tax with recent state law changes, including a phaseout of the tax on new automobile sales and an exemption for businesses with under $2,500 in annual gross receipts.
Garfield County, Colorado
The board approved $225,000 budgeted for Parachute Area Transit System (PATS) for 2025 operations and declined to decide immediately on an additional $25,000 ask pending state and grant funding clarity.
Linn County, Kansas
Commissioners approved a contract with Cook Platt & Stowall Engineers to complete preliminary survey and design work for an East 850 Road bridge replacement and accepted a separate form to accept a $2 million KDOT grant; county staff warned utility moves and historic-preservation negotiations could change the local cost.
Waukesha City, Waukesha County, Wisconsin
After resident testimony about heavy pedestrian crossings to reach Woodman's Plaza, the committee approved pedestrian-crossing signs and added advanced warning signs at Manhattan and Niagara; staff declined to paint an uncontrolled crosswalk and cited ADA ramp deficiencies.
Springfield SD 186, School Boards, Illinois
District business report showed $1,932,185.12 in outstanding state payments as of Sept. 29, 2025, and an ending capital-projects balance of $95,778,978.86 as of Aug. 31, 2025; the district said it has funds on hand to meet an upcoming $5.9 million bond payment.
St. Joseph County, Indiana
The Budget Administration Committee voted to hold bill 60‑25 in committee for another month to continue stakeholder and public engagement on the proposed ordinance.
Garfield County, Colorado
Planning staff presented a countywide fee-comparison and recommended raising a range of land‑use application fees; commissioners directed staff to bring a resolution, with higher fees for PUDs and major impact reviews.
Grand Prairie, Dallas County, Texas
The Building Advisory Appeals Board extended the order for the duplex at 132–134 Northeast Ninth Street and set a Feb. 2 return date after the property manager described demolition, roof replacement and a phased repair schedule; vote was 8-0.
Waukesha City, Waukesha County, Wisconsin
Engineering recommended and the committee approved short-term pedestrian-safety upgrades — new high-visibility crosswalks, additional signing and selective no-parking zones — for the four intersections around Buckner Park; longer-term reconfigurations remain on a planning list.
St. Joseph County, Indiana
A large rezoning petition to convert more than 1,000 acres from agricultural to industrial for a potential data center drew heavy public remonstrance and an unfavorable Area Plan Commission recommendation; the Land Use Planning Committee voted 4–1 to postpone action to allow more time for town and petitioner coordination.
Springfield SD 186, School Boards, Illinois
The board approved collective-bargaining agreements with Service Employees International Union Local 15, the Teamsters Project SCOPE staff and the district's professional and technical support personnel, confirming multi-year pay and step changes included in the district budget.
Waukesha City, Waukesha County, Wisconsin
A city traffic study found 26 crashes at Arcadian Avenue and Oakland Avenue since 2020 and recent crashes that meet criteria for an all-way stop; committee heard petition for a 4-way stop but took no formal action, leaving the issue to be returned later if requested.
Grand Prairie, Dallas County, Texas
The Building Advisory Appeals Board extended a compliance deadline for the dangerous-structure order at 1215 East Main after the prospective buyers told the board they expect to close Oct. 20 and submit renovation plans; the board voted 8-0 to return the case for review on Feb. 2 with updated drawings and a timeline.
Garfield County, Colorado
Sunlight Mountain Resort’s hotel and restaurant liquor license renewal was approved after county staff and the sheriff’s office provided incident information; the chairman recused due to a personal stock interest.
St. Joseph County, Indiana
The Land Use Planning Committee recommended forwarding an amended PUD for Legacy Village that confirms three-story construction and allows up to eight unrelated occupants in some townhomes while capping total community occupancy at 98.
Springfield SD 186, School Boards, Illinois
Trustees discussed a proposed Jerome TIF district and an estimate that the school district could lose $4.33 million over the life of the TIF; board members and the district’s attorney said the village has introduced but not passed ordinances and that the district’s options are limited.
SD U-46, School Boards, Illinois
District curriculum leaders proposed updated PE and health frameworks for grades 6–8 that add resources, equipment and professional development to align instruction with state mandates and district strategic goals; administration requested approval of $65,512.88 charged to the education fund.
Garfield County, Colorado
The Board of County Commissioners unanimously proclaimed October 2025 as National 4‑H Week and signed a proclamation recognizing 4‑H’s youth development work in the county.
Cerro Gordo County, Iowa
Supervisors heard an update on plans for a seven-bay building with a wash grate at the Rockwell site; architects will revise floor plans to swap a dedicated office for a larger break room and add a second bathroom, then submit updated plans to the board.
St. Joseph County, Indiana
St. Joseph County Health Department requested increases and new fees across its fee schedule; finance director presented rationale citing last increases more than five years ago and a color-coded fee packet.
Springfield SD 186, School Boards, Illinois
The school board reviewed a 1,578-person survey used to shape a vacancy brochure and approved two days of focus groups from the Illinois Association of School Boards to refine candidate criteria and stakeholder priorities.
SD U-46, School Boards, Illinois
District staff described an OpenAI offer giving U‑46 up to 13 months of ChatGPT Edu access at no cost, with an initial pilot of 1,000 licenses activated after an AI training course; trustees asked about data access, auditing, discipline for misuse and plans to scale beyond the pilot.
Garfield County, Colorado
A Silt lodging operator told commissioners a late-night private event woke much of the town and urged the county to consider a noise ordinance or stronger enforcement for private events on county land.
Leawood, Johnson County, Kansas
The Leawood governing body on Oct. 9 unanimously approved an ordinance rezoning 34.2 net acres north of College Boulevard and west of State Line Road to an MXD mixed‑use development district and approved a preliminary development plan for Holbrook North, a multi‑phase project led by developer VanTrust that names Lockton as the proposed anchor office tenant.
Cerro Gordo County, Iowa
County staff submitted a historical building review and a demolition permit to Mason City planning staff for the Illinois building; demolition could begin by the end of this week or next, pending the 10–14 day review.
St. Joseph County, Indiana
The committee recommended a salary amendment and $171,286 appropriation for a STOP grant to support the prosecutor's office special victims unit; a 25% match was noted as included in the 2025 budget.
SD U-46, School Boards, Illinois
Executive director of financial services Robin Cornelison presented unaudited July and August 2025 financials showing a year‑to‑date deficit driven by delayed Cook County property tax receipts and planned capital outlays for Unite U‑46 projects; the district reported $804.6 million unaudited fund balance and 309 days cash on hand.
Augusta, Butler County, Kansas
Council granted initial approval for the 2026 Rod Trowbridge Memorial Fly‑In at Augusta Airport in May 2026; organizers still must secure FAA approvals, obtain any common‑consumption date permits and finalize details such as fireworks and overnight security.
St. Joseph County, Indiana
St. Joseph County Community Corrections requested an internal transfer of grant funds to pay operating items such as food, utilities and laundry; committee recommended moving the request to full council.
Cerro Gordo County, Iowa
County public-works staff told supervisors the Hickory box culvert near the interstate will reopen this week; three excavators are temporarily out of service after mechanical and rodent damage; crews are scheduling culvert repairs and snow-equipment prep.
Garfield County, Colorado
County budget staff presented a $136 million proposed 2026 budget that would draw $10.5 million from reserves, leaving operational side about $3.3 million short; commissioners begin public hearings Oct. 7 and will continue Oct. 14 and Oct. 21.
SD U-46, School Boards, Illinois
District staff described assignment rules for the 2026–27 boundary changes: current 9th–11th graders will remain at their current high schools, K–8 will be assigned under the new map, residency‑exception requests may be submitted Nov. 1–13 with responses by Nov. 21; trustees asked about transportation impacts.
Augusta, Butler County, Kansas
Council authorized a not‑to‑exceed $8,500 hourly contract with Ransom Financial Consultants to conduct low‑to‑moderate‑income (LMI) surveys and start grant work for a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) application to fund a large sidewalk package.
St. Joseph County, Indiana
A St. Joseph County committee recommended approval of reimbursements and revenue to cover police overtime funded by an Amazon community grant and federal task force reimbursements.
Cerro Gordo County, Iowa
At its Oct. 6 regular session, the Cerro Gordo County Board of Supervisors approved the agenda and minutes, authorized payment of claims, adopted a resolution approving two sheriff’s office hires and approved a manure-management report to the DNR.
Court Reporters Board of California, Other State Agencies, Executive, California
Summary of formal motions and roll-call outcomes from the Court Reporters Board meeting, including resolutions honoring outgoing members, minutes approval, rulemaking authorization, legislative language approvals, logo adoption, and officer elections.
SD U-46, School Boards, Illinois
District staff presented the Multi Abilities Classroom (MAC) plan to consolidate three self‑contained special‑education program types, saying it will place more students nearer their home schools, reduce average travel distance, and standardize curriculum; trustees asked about class sizes, staff buy‑in and individual student placement.
Augusta, Butler County, Kansas
After the city engineer revised a bid estimate upward, council accepted the revision and awarded a $179,015 contract to PSE Contractors (part of Allen's Excavating) for site preparation, drainage, grading and concrete pads for a new salt storage building; total phase 1 remains within the $430,000 budget.
YORKTOWN CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
The Yorktown Central School District announced a Board of Education meeting at 7 p.m. Monday, Oct. 6, picture days at district schools, a Mohan's book fair, a countywide early dismissal at 15 minutes early on Oct. 10, and school closure Monday, Oct. 13 for Columbus Day.
Cass County, Indiana
The county signed a contract with Ad Valorem Solutions for assessor work after a review of the single bid; county staff indicated the company has provided similar services under a prior name since 2003.
Court Reporters Board of California, Other State Agencies, Executive, California
The board established an ad hoc task force to address workforce and instructor credentialing barriers and appointed Board Member Heather Lynn Gonzales as chair to lead outreach and recommendations.
Ozark City, Dale County, Alabama
Councilman Jackson raised concerns about a resident’s claim that the mayor blocked her on the mayor’s personal Facebook page, possibly violating her First Amendment rights; the council requested the city attorney to advise. No formal action was taken.
Kenilworth, Union County, New Jersey
The planning board dismissed several pending applications (including properties on Boulevard and Jefferson Avenue) without prejudice after applicants notified the board they will not proceed now; dismissals preserve the applicants’ ability to return with the same or similar proposals in the future.
Cass County, Indiana
Commissioners authorized a health-service agreement enabling Parkview Logansport Hospital to continue participating in the 340B drug program; county legal indemnification and quarterly audits were noted.
Wayne County Public Schools, School Districts, North Carolina
Wayne County Board of Education approved renewal of an MOU with the College of Health Sciences at Saint Louis University; board recorded unanimous approval after legal review.
Court Reporters Board of California, Other State Agencies, Executive, California
The board selected a new logo (option 1) designed to represent the board’s partnership with the courts and to reflect multiple reporting modalities; staff will work with DCA design to finalize implementation.
Ozark City, Dale County, Alabama
The council approved a lease at the Ozark Technology Center with Avidron UAS, Inc., voting unanimously on the motion during the meeting.
Augusta, Butler County, Kansas
Council approved Resolution 2025‑24 updating the city's fee schedule for Augusta Municipal Airport, raising several hangar and service rates expected to add roughly $25,000 in annual revenue and implementing administrative changes such as electronic payments and a revised month‑to‑month hangar lease form.
Cass County, Indiana
Parks department staff reported a loss of pool/quake water levels and exposed limestone at the county swim quarry, noting roughly an inch per month decline since March and urging commissioners to inspect the site for public-safety and revenue implications.
Wayne County Public Schools, School Districts, North Carolina
The board approved purchase orders and contracts including cafeteria equipment for Southern Wayne High and Carver Heights, district boiler contract continuation, softball lights for Goldsboro High and Wayne School of Engineering, and other facilities items; purchases to be funded from child nutrition where specified.
Court Reporters Board of California, Other State Agencies, Executive, California
After reviewing developments in national testing, the board voted to continue requiring live proctors for the CSR skills exam, citing security and integrity concerns; public commenters reported proctoring problems and privacy issues that the board said staff will monitor.
Ozark City, Dale County, Alabama
The City of Ozark scheduled a public hearing for Sept. 16 to consider a proposed tax on vaping products after a unanimous council vote to put the item on the agenda.
Kenilworth, Union County, New Jersey
The planning board granted a one‑year extension for a minor subdivision approval related to the Dunkin' Donuts property at 705–717 Boulevard, giving the applicant until May 23, 2026, to complete required filings; the extension was approved by motion and roll call.
Wayne County Public Schools, School Districts, North Carolina
A parent told the Wayne County Board of Education that inconsistent bus service is harming students’ ability to attend school. Superintendent said driver shortages are nationwide, the district has a CDL training pipeline and 13 trainees are in a class, and staff will continue to seek solutions.
Cass County, Indiana
The county approved an agreement with Lochmuller Group to prepare detailed cost estimates and bid documents for a Community Crossings application and accepted an annual-bid bridge replacement proposal for Bridge No. 6; commissioners also authorized filling a highway driver vacancy.
Court Reporters Board of California, Other State Agencies, Executive, California
Depositions and reporting firms urged the board to review Filevine (FileFind/Filevine) activities and standards for digital reporting and certification; Filevine representatives stated they will use certified stenographic and voice reporters and comply with board rules.
Augusta, Butler County, Kansas
City council adopted Ordinance 22‑50 to clarify transfer and burial rules, set monument and scheduling standards, and add rules and fees for two ordered columbaria; single niches will cost $1,700 and double‑occupancy $2,500.
Court Reporters Board of California, Other State Agencies, Executive, California
The board approved revised disciplinary and denial guidelines and authorized staff to begin the formal rulemaking process, rescinding a prior May motion and adding clarifying edits.
Jacksonville, Duval County, Florida
The Rules Committee approved a change to local ethics and Sunshine training that allows council members to complete the required four hours in flexible formats but requires up to one hour annually devoted to local Jacksonville law and points of emphasis.
Wayne County Public Schools, School Districts, North Carolina
The Wayne County Board of Education voted unanimously Oct. 6 to rescind policy 36-31, suspend policy 20-14 and implement a rewritten policy (36-32) on a first-read basis after a recommendation from the policy committee.
Court Reporters Board of California, Other State Agencies, Executive, California
The board approved proposed legislation to change the CSR skills exam format to a universal format; members and stakeholders noted schools will need time to adapt and the board plans to offer both formats during transition.
Jacksonville, Duval County, Florida
The Rules Committee unanimously approved amendments to a local J bill that update Jacksonville Aviation Authority (JAA) charter language for Cecil Field and adopt state procurement thresholds, part of a plan leaders say will accelerate aerospace growth at Cecil Field.
Kenilworth, Union County, New Jersey
The planning board approved modifications to parking and site work at 110‑124 North Twelfth Street proposed by North Holdings, adding hard‑surface bays where grass and gravel existed and attaching multiple conditions; compliance was set for six months and staff will verify required permits and agency signoffs.
Court Reporters Board of California, Other State Agencies, Executive, California
The Court Reporters Board voted to ask the Legislature to authorize reciprocity between the California CSR skills exam and the National Court Reporters Association/RPR skills exam; the board approved draft legislative language and authorized staff to seek an author.
Jacksonville, Duval County, Florida
The Jacksonville City Council Rules Committee on Oct. 6 approved a resolution expressing support for a local J bill that would amend the city charter to allow the Duval County School Board to retain its own general counsel. The measure passed 6-2 and now moves to the next steps in the local-to-state J bill process.
Kenilworth, Union County, New Jersey
The board approved a use variance, preliminary and final site plan, and dimensional variances allowing demolition, outdoor storage and bus/employee parking at 251 Monroe Avenue for Durham School Services, subject to numerous operating conditions and a six‑month compliance period.
Spokane County, Washington
A Broadlink representative told Spokane County’s rural‑lands open house that the Spokane County public development authority has deployed initial fiber/fixed‑wireless sites with a $5 million USDA grant and has a provisional notice of award for an additional $90 million to extend high‑speed internet to rural addresses.
Spokane County, Washington
Spokane County staff presented a preliminary suitability analysis for utility‑scale wind energy that identifies limited unconstrained sections in the county, cites a 5.8 m/s viability threshold, a 15‑mile buffer around Fairchild Air Force Base and potential groundwater and agricultural impacts as major constraints.