What happened on Friday, 10 October 2025
Macomb County, Michigan
Macomb County approved a package of subrecipient agreements under the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program; staff said any agreement above $35,000 is brought to the board for approval.
Town of Acton, Middlesex County, Massachusetts
Acton-Boxborough is implementing Investigating History (a DESE-supported, open-source curriculum) in grade 6 this year, with plans to expand to grade 5 next year. Teachers and administrators said the inquiry-based materials have high-quality supports for differentiation, culturally responsive content and professional learning.
Events, Kentucky
Tony Horton, head custodian at New Haven Elementary in Boone County, was honored at a school recognition event for 18 years of service maintaining the school that serves about 800 students; colleagues and students praised his long hours, hands-on help and personal connections with pupils.
Orange County, Florida
Commission members asked staff to inventory missing LYNX bus‑stop amenities and to explore lower‑cost improvements and sponsorship models; members also asked for a presentation from AgileMile, a shared‑mobility platform, to learn costs and outreach requirements before deciding whether to pilot it using TransMAC funds.
Carlisle, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania
Mayor Sean M. Schultz presented a proclamation recognizing Community Cares and Executive Director Beth Kemp updated council on sheltering, diversion and recuperative care statistics, including nearly 400,000 nights of shelter provided over the organization's history and increased winter-shelter use in 2025.
Livingston Parish, Louisiana
The Jubin Crossing Economic Development District board voted Oct. 9 to authorize proceeding with the issuance and sale of subordinate sales-tax revenue bonds in three series, with the district — not Livingston Parish — responsible for repayment, board staff said.
Haddonfield School District, School Districts, New Jersey
A board member reiterated a request to return to a policy that grants priority preregistration to incoming first‑grade students and siblings, saying local families had raised concerns; other board members indicated disagreement and noted the issue may be moot for the coming year.
Macomb County, Michigan
Macomb County received a $120,000 Michigan Health Endowment Fund grant to support planning and engineering design for non-motorized trails; county staff said Macomb is one of 10 communities selected for the grant.
Orange County, Florida
Orange County public works staff told the Transportation Mobility Advisory Commission about $21 million in fiscal 2025 work in District 3 and presented Vision 0 high‑injury network data identifying Goldenrod, Lake Underhill, Oak Ridge and Orange Avenue as high‑priority corridors with estimated countermeasure costs totaling tens of millions.
Baltimore County, Maryland
Staff recommended and the Landmarks Preservation Commission voted to support a National Register nomination for the Halethorpe Colored School, citing its association with Julius Rosenwald Fund school program and local African American educational history.
Town of Acton, Middlesex County, Massachusetts
Acton Boxborough Special Education Parent Advisory Council (CPAC) detailed a multi-pronged plan for 2025–26 focused on relationship-building, communication improvements, workshops, a long-form survey and targeted engagement with the AB Forward reorganization process.
York City, York County, Pennsylvania
The York City Historical Architectural Review Board approved the proposed exterior work for the conversion of the old warehouse at 46–48 East Gas Avenue, while reserving final sign, lighting and dumpster-enclosure approvals for follow-up.
Wildwood, St. Louis County, Missouri
The Wildwood Architectural Review Board approved initial plans for two single‑family homes at 2601 and 2603 East Avenue with conditions requiring additional side‑elevation materials and window detailing, and made approval contingent on a pending boundary adjustment.
Orange County, Florida
The Florida Department of Transportation presented results of an Orange Blossom Trail safety project that FDOT officials said reduced speeds and cut the number of serious pedestrian and bicycle crashes in a one‑mile stretch.
Cumberland County, North Carolina
A county staff member said Cumberland County's strategic plan and recently approved RFQs and contracts for the Anne Street Environmental Complex aim to expand landfill capacity and support the county's pursuit of Government Finance Officers Association awards; procurement details and timelines were not provided in the transcript.
AUSTIN ISD, School Districts, Texas
At a special meeting Tuesday, Oct. 9, 2025, the Austin Independent School District presented a draft consolidation plan and heard public comment from about 60 people — 35 in person and 25 recorded messages — who urged the board to slow the process, correct data errors and protect neighborhood schools and dual‑language programs.
Coventry, School Districts, Rhode Island
After an executive session held under R.I. General Laws for student matters, the Coventry School Committee reported it approved homeschool requests and approved executive-session minutes; it voted to keep the executive session records closed under RIGL 42-46-4 and 42-46-5.
York City, York County, Pennsylvania
The York City Historical Architectural Review Board approved replacement windows at 372 East Market Street, accepting a simulated divided-light (integral light technology) unit and directing that original sills and sight lines be preserved.
Encinitas, San Diego County, California
A staff member said the parks division’s responsibilities extend beyond parks to include 10 miles of street space, 82 acres of open space, 45 acres of beaches and 40 miles of trails; no formal action was recorded in the transcript.
Macomb County, Michigan
Macomb County staff described a new ditching program to help communities with open-ditch maintenance; the county solicited communities, plans to hire contractors to perform ditching, and expects about $350,000–$400,000 of take-up in the first round of a potential $1 million program that requires local matching funds.
Livingston City, Park County, Montana
City planning staff and the Livingston Consolidated Land Use Board spent much of their Oct. 8 meeting reviewing a comprehensive zoning‑code update that would set a 60‑foot limit for the Central Business District and create a new ‘light mixed use’ corridor on Park Street with a 36‑foot limit, while introducing short‑term‑rental licensing and riparian‑setback language.
Carlisle, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania
After extended public comment and council debate, Carlisle Borough Council voted 6-1 to direct the borough solicitor to draft and advertise a Carlisle Community Trust and Local Autonomy ordinance for consideration at a future meeting, formalizing existing local policies on immigration-related cooperation.
SILOAM SPRINGS SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, Arkansas
A state grant award will fund an additional mental‑health therapist at the district’s Panther Health and Wellness Clinic; district hired a therapist previously familiar with the schools and plans to bill insurance/Medicaid to sustain services long term.
Baltimore County, Maryland
The Landmarks Preservation Commission voted to support a National Register nomination for the Eliasburg Residence in Owings Mills, citing its design by Ida Brown Webster and its intact mid‑century modern character.
York City, York County, Pennsylvania
The York City Historical Architectural Review Board approved replacement of the roof at 26 West College Avenue with Patriot XL asphalt shingles in ash gray; the board noted it has jurisdiction only over exterior changes and the existing front door will remain.
Livingston City, Park County, Montana
Catherine Daly, Park County Housing Coalition program manager at HRDC, told the Livingston Consolidated Land Use Board on Oct. 8 that the coalition has secured roughly $600,000 in state Community Development Block Grant funds to launch a Park County Home Repair program and outlined coordinated‑entry improvements, ADU and workforce housing work, and exploration of a community housing fund.
Lafayette, Boulder County, Colorado
Multiple Lafayette candidates said cumbersome permitting and weak online guidance deter some entrepreneurs and developers; they proposed improving the city website, assigning staff liaisons, and measuring permit turnaround times.
Montville Township School District, School Districts, New Jersey
The Montville Township Board of Education approved consent resolution items I through N by roll call vote; all present voting members voted yes.
Coventry, School Districts, Rhode Island
Assistant Superintendent Amy Anzalone introduced Michael Solito as Coventry Public Schools’ new staff accountant; Solito previously worked three years at Navigant Credit Union and said he is transitioning from banking into school finance.
Multnomah County, Oregon
Commissioner Moyer proposed an ordinance to increase board oversight of Preschool for All (PFA) advisory groups. After public testimony and discussion, the board voted to indefinitely table the ordinance and scheduled a work session for Nov. 6 to review advisory structure, deliverables and implementation planning.
State Board of Education, Deparments in Office of the Governor, Organizations, Executive, Tennessee
Rachel Soupeh, general counsel for the State Board of Education, summarized proposed revisions to charter school rules at the Oct. 9 rulemaking hearing, citing Public Chapters 275 and 456 of the public acts of 2025 and stakeholder discussions intended to streamline processes.
Montville Township School District, School Districts, New Jersey
A parent raised ongoing safety concerns about Lazar bus 15, asking about teacher monitors, camera footage retention and assigned seating; district staff said the initiatives improved safety and will remain until officials deem monitoring unnecessary.
Bend, Deschutes County, Oregon
The City of Bend Environmental and Climate Committee recommended funding six projects from a $150,000 city general‑fund climate grants pool and voted to forward the committee’s funding slate to the city manager for final approval.
Haddonfield School District, School Districts, New Jersey
District staff told the board that federal funds account for roughly 1% of district revenue and that most federal payments already delivered; staff warned that an extended shutdown could affect access to federally run field trip sites (Ellis Island, Liberty Bell) and reminded families about free and reduced-price lunch applications.
Buncombe County, North Carolina
Members of the Buncombe County Parks and Recreation Advisory Board reviewed a draft annual report and sketched goals on Oct. 9 aimed at moving the body from a reporting role to a more proactive advisory role.
State Board of Education, Deparments in Office of the Governor, Organizations, Executive, Tennessee
State Board staff told an Oct. 9 rulemaking hearing the department will remove certain public reporting and catalog requirements from the course access program rule to align with a 2025 public act that repealed those statutory obligations.
SILOAM SPRINGS SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, Arkansas
Superintendent reported the district’s October count shows 70.7% of students qualify for free and reduced price meals, which raises the district’s Every Student Achieve (ESA) allocation and will increase available funding for nurses, SROs and interventionists next year.
Kern County, California
The planning commission on consent recommended that the Board of Supervisors approve a zone change for a 2.39‑acre parcel on the south side of Shallenberger Road near Callaway Drive from the current classification toward a more restrictive district, according to staff.
State Board of Education, Deparments in Office of the Governor, Organizations, Executive, Tennessee
At an Oct. 9 rulemaking hearing the State Board’s general counsel summarized proposed educator licensure rule changes to align with Public Chapter 328 (2025), including creation of a limited occupational teaching license, revised validity periods, and other adjustments to emergency credentials and endorsements.
Macomb County, Michigan
Macomb County approved contract modifications to expand its concrete and hot-mix asphalt pavement-preservation programs after favorable bids, and approved a $2.37 million Michigan Department of Transportation contract to update signal cameras and technology at intersections in Romeo and Fraser using federal funds.
Montville Township School District, School Districts, New Jersey
Students who traveled to China described cultural and language benefits and officers of the Chinese Honor Society summarized recent and planned activities including a Mid-Autumn Festival lantern contest, a monthly film series and support for middle‑school Mandarin.
State Board of Education, Deparments in Office of the Governor, Organizations, Executive, Tennessee
At an Oct. 9 rulemaking hearing, the State Board of Education’s general counsel summarized a proposed rule change to align the leave-for-teachers rule with 2025 public acts that raise the maximum consecutive days a substitute may serve without a teaching license from 20 to 30.
Multnomah County, Oregon
The board approved a budget modification to cover increased contracted security costs after Intercon reached a tentative agreement with SEIU Local 49; staff said funds will be used exclusively for wages, benefits and paid leave for county‑site security officers.
Lafayette, Boulder County, Colorado
After the Colorado Legislature allowed municipalities to adjust tip credits, Lafayette candidates said changes should be considered alongside minimum-wage policy and only after discussions with tipped workers and restaurant owners.
Riley, Kansas
Commissioners chose a slate-style desk top, chairs with arms, and a herringbone carpet pattern for the county commission chamber remodel and authorized furniture ordering to begin.
Public Employees Retirement System, Executive, Oklahoma
Investment consultant Patty reported on Oct. 9 that the retirement system’s portfolio returned 10.4% year-to-date and was valued just under $970 million as of Sept. 30; emerging markets led performance but about half the gain was from a weaker dollar, the consultant said.
Montville Township School District, School Districts, New Jersey
District staff reviewed NJSLA results showing general consistency with some grade-level declines, outlined subgroup performance and AP/National Merit outcomes, and said Montville will participate in a fall field test of New Jersey's new statewide assessment.
Haddonfield School District, School Districts, New Jersey
Haddonfield School District staff told the board they are developing a coordinated response to growing use of e‑bikes and e‑scooters by students, including education, equipment guidance and enforceable expectations at arrival and dismissal.
Macomb County, Michigan
The Macomb County Board of Commissioners approved the purchase of a compact tractor-loader from Wadham's Equipment to allow county crews to respond faster to open-drain maintenance, funded from the drain equipment fund with no general-fund impact.
North Clackamas SD 12, School Districts, Oregon
Chief of staff Tiffany Shireman told the board the district is compliant with most Oregon Administrative Rules (Division 22) for the prior school year but reported noncompliance last year on middle-school PE minutes (now resolved) and on a consolidated written substance-use prevention and intervention plan that remains to be finalized.
New York City Council, New York City, New York County, New York
The council approved Resolution 10‑58A, amending council rules and committee memberships, after floor debate in which several members warned the changes would centralize power and limit members’ ability to advance legislation.
SILOAM SPRINGS SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, Arkansas
Board and staff reviewed first‑quarter attendance figures and longer‑term trends showing high chronic absenteeism; trustees discussed policy levers and outreach strategies as the district seeks to raise attendance.
New York City Council, New York City, New York County, New York
The council passed measures to reform nonprofit contracting processes, require agency reporting on late contract registrations, create an office of contract services, and require immediate 50% advance payments for many nonprofit contracts upon comptroller registration.
Bangor City, Penobscot County, Maine
Parks staff reported progress on a nearly $900,000 capital project at the Union Street complex: new LED lighting installed on one field, ongoing work on the remaining fields, drainage upgrades and infield resurfacing across three softball fields.
Public Employees Retirement System, Executive, Oklahoma
An actuarial valuation of the Oklahoma City Employee Retirement System as of Dec. 31, 2024, shows a funded ratio of 94.3%, an unfunded actuarial liability of $56,582,000 and a total contribution requirement of 14.4% of payroll; the city’s share is projected at 8.4% beginning July 1, 2026.
Coventry, School Districts, Rhode Island
The committee voted unanimously to set May 5 as a half-day at Coventry High School for senior defense presentations, a requirement that lets seniors present portfolios to teacher panels and, if needed, revise before graduation.
Multnomah County, Oregon
The board adopted a resolution consenting to Chair’s appointment of Stacy Cowan as director of government relations; commissioners praised her experience and the resolution passed unanimously by roll call.
Haddonfield School District, School Districts, New Jersey
Haddonfield School District officials presented a proposed school-year calendar and construction timeline that aims to protect classroom-ready dates by setting Aug. 31 as the substantial‑completion target for the largest high‑school projects, with some smaller items scheduled as late as Sept. 2.
New York City Council, New York City, New York County, New York
Intro 12‑65 passed on Oct. 9 to require Housing Connect to notify applicants of application updates by email and text, allow applicants to designate a representative, and require HPD to solicit feedback from community organizations.
Kern County, California
The commission approved a modification reducing the approved project boundary for an existing solar accessory facility from 160 acres to 6.1 acres for a site near Kimberlina Road and Bell Road in unincorporated Wasco, on consent.
Wausau, Marathon County, Wisconsin
The Wausau Committee of the Whole discussed placing a levy referendum on the April ballot to keep 12 firefighter positions after federal grant funding expires. Staff and a consultant described outreach options, costs and timeline; council members asked for a pared-down communications option and scheduled a follow-up meeting.
Lafayette, Boulder County, Colorado
At a Lafayette candidate forum, several candidates supported raising the minimum wage gradually while others warned of business strain; many urged regional coordination and more data-driven public outreach.
Oxnard City, Ventura County, California
Rob Rubin, City of Oxnard chief information officer, asked the City Council to authorize extending blanket agreement 32400174 with Insight Public Sector Inc. through April 30, 2028, and to increase the agreement by $1.4 million to a not-to-exceed total of $4,035,000 to support network hardware, software and services intended to reduce cyber risk.
New Orleans City, Orleans Parish, Louisiana
The City Council, meeting as the Board of Review, certified reductions of about $12 million in assessed value for tax year 2026 after hearing appeals and voted unanimously to approve technical corrections and certification of the results.
Bangor City, Penobscot County, Maine
Parks staff met with Friends of Deacon to discuss repairs and amenity upgrades — from replacing siding and adding removable stairs to toddler water features and new picnic seating — and the Friends group has ARPA funds with a timeline for spending.
Oxnard City, Ventura County, California
City staff asked the Oxnard City Council to authorize up to $2,995,711 for phase 2 of a multi‑phase replacement of secondary sedimentation tank mechanical equipment at the Oxnard Water Resource and Recovery Facility, with GSE Construction Company Inc. named as the apparent low bidder.
Riley, Kansas
Riley County commissioners formally adopted the county strategic plan by passing Resolution No. 100925 after staff noted the plan had not been formally adopted earlier in the year.
New York City Council, New York City, New York County, New York
The council passed two measures requiring large private employers to submit pay data and mandating an annual city pay‑equity study to analyze gender and racial pay disparities.
North Clackamas SD 12, School Districts, Oregon
The district received $1 million in 2025 summer-learning grant funds tied to House Bill 27, used to fund high-school summer school (674 students, 736 credits), a rising-sixth transition program, expanded literacy supports and internships; presenters warned that federal and state funding uncertainty may threaten future summer programs.
SILOAM SPRINGS SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, Arkansas
The district presented an annual ESOL (English for speakers of other languages) report showing a nearly 100‑student decline in active ESOL service, continued prevalence of Spanish, Hmong, Marshallese and Vietnamese, and efforts to accelerate exits for students who meet proficiency.
New York City Council, New York City, New York County, New York
The subcommittee approved LU 396, rezoning 535 Morgan Avenue from M1-1 to C7-1 to permit a grocery larger than 10,000 square feet to tenant an existing building; the item passed alongside the Jamaica package by a 7-0 vote.
McCall, Valley County, Idaho
The council proclaimed Oct. 23 as Lights On After School Day and approved appointments to the McCall Public Library Board of Trustees and the Parks and Recreation Advisory Committee.
Lake County, Colorado
At a Lake County Board of County Commissioners work session, airport staff reported no bids on a second RFP for ground leases, higher-than-expected fuel-farm upgrade quotes, and plans to pursue state grants and targeted market development including deicing capability to attract more jet traffic.
Coventry, School Districts, Rhode Island
The committee approved several Coventry High School handbook changes, including new exam-exemption criteria by grade, and approved a first reading of student dress-code policy JICA that mirrors new handbook language on disruptive attire.
Kern County, California
On consent, the Kern County Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit for a 33‑bed residential care facility and an off‑site parking lot at the southeast corner of Inukern and Second Street; the action is appealable to the Board of Supervisors for cases 1 and 2.
New York City Council, New York City, New York County, New York
The New York City Council on Oct. 9 approved Intro 9-25, requiring inspections and timebound repairs of steam radiators in apartments where a child under 6 lives after advocates and a bereaved family urged action.
Mendocino County, California
The Coastal Permit Administrator on Oct. 9 approved CDP2025-0009, a Caltrans capital preventive maintenance project along a 19‑mile stretch of State Route 1, after adding conditions to protect Point Arena mountain beaver habitat and to ensure shoreline access is maintained during construction.
Lafayette, Boulder County, Colorado
At a Lafayette business forum, mayoral and council candidates said the city council sets the environment for small businesses and urged measures such as simpler permitting, greater outreach and targeted incentives to help local firms thrive.
Farr West, Weber County, Utah
Commission members and staff reviewed future‑land‑use, parks and trails maps, discussed road connections and pedestrian crossings, and proposed code changes to limit certain commercial uses along the 2000 West gateway.
McCall, Valley County, Idaho
City manager Forrest Bookwalter and HR staff presented options for a compressed 4-day workweek pilot to improve staff recruitment and retention. Council gave direction to develop a detailed policy and pilot plan but took no formal vote.
Boulder, Boulder County, Colorado
Boulder council on Oct. 9 directed staff to prepare a formal cooperative agreement to consider establishing a sister‑city relationship with Vinnytsia, Ukraine, after staff concluded the applicant met the city’s resolution criteria.
Washington County, Arkansas
A planning consultant briefed the Washington County Planning Board on the county's zoning history, saying reliance on conditional-use permits has created legal exposure and unpredictability; no formal vote was taken at the meeting.
SILOAM SPRINGS SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, Arkansas
Board members and administrators discussed a plan to reconfigure the district into neighborhood elementary schools to reduce student transitions and improve outcomes; no formal vote was taken and staff asked the public for feedback at upcoming parent‑teacher conferences.
Riley, Kansas
Riley County approved transfer of surplus EMS unit 1602 (patient mover) to Riley County Fire District No. 1 after department identified local reuse opportunity.
New York City Council, New York City, New York County, New York
The New York City Council Subcommittee on Zoning and Franchises voted 7-0 to approve a multi-part rezoning known as the Jamaica neighborhood plan, authorizing zoning and text changes, a UDAP for affordable housing, and a city map amendment for Station Plaza Jamaica, while laying over a separate Bogart Street item.
Coventry, School Districts, Rhode Island
Principal Brooke Macumber told the Coventry School Committee that 144 students took 302 Advanced Placement exams this year, with Coventry outperforming both Rhode Island and global averages and more than half of AP courses posting a 100% pass rate.
McCall, Valley County, Idaho
Citing gaps in zoning, implementation tools and shoreline protections, the McCall City Council asked staff to prepare a formal letter of public comment to Valley County on its comprehensive plan and development code update and authorized the mayor to sign it.
Kent County, Michigan
Kent County adopted Resolution 86 to approve a brownfield plan agreement supporting Flat River Outreach Ministries' construction of three buildings with 17 units, a county official said; the county's Brownfield Redevelopment Authority will monitor long-term affordability and the project is the authority's first board-approved use.
Mendocino County, California
The Mendocino County Coastal Permit Administrator on Oct. 9 adopted a mitigated negative declaration and approved CDP2023-0012 for Mark and Kathleen Boley at 45175 Fern Drive, with staff clarifying that driveway work alone may not vest the coastal development permit and further permits (encroachment, grading) may be required.
Multnomah County, Oregon
Public commenters urged Multnomah County officials to use Dolly’s Fund for medical care after a 15‑year‑old dog was euthanized; they said transfer hurdles and capacity issues contributed to the outcome.
Farr West, Weber County, Utah
Developers presented a mixed residential-commercial plan for a 6-acre parcel; planning commissioners approved a detailed development agreement but voted to recommend denial of a requested rezone from C‑2 to mixed-use after public comment raised drainage, traffic and density concerns.
Lewiston Public Schools, School Districts, Maine
Lewiston Public Schools held a public meeting where the superintendent presented four draft district goals — graduation rates, standardized academic performance, trauma‑ and trauma‑informed school environments, and community/student engagement — invited table‑based feedback, and discussed rough cost and timeline estimates including a proposed data
Mendocino County, California
Mendocino County Coastal Permit Administrator on Oct. 9 approved a coastal development permit for Jeffrey and Carolyn Duckham at 47030 Big Gulch Road to convert a garage to a gym, add a detached garage and a therapy pool and deck after the project was redesigned to increase setbacks from environmentally sensitive habitat.
Riley, Kansas
Riley County commissioners approved Change Order No. 1 for the county's asphalt overlay program with Schilling Construction for $112,341.95, reducing the total project cost change noted in discussion.
Peoria Unified School District (4237), School Districts, Arizona
The board recognized DECA student chapters from several Peoria Unified high schools for statewide and national successes, including multiple Gold certifications for student businesses and student leadership elections to state office.
Foster, Providence County, Rhode Island
Councilors reviewed a draft ordinance standardizing how residents file vehicle-damage claims for potholes or other road-caused damage, referencing Rhode Island claim time limits and proposing $300 reimbursements handled by the finance director or council.
Bangor City, Penobscot County, Maine
University students designed nine interpretive signs for the Kenduskeag Stream Trail; the designs are on display at Bangor Public Library through Nov. 8 for public feedback, and Rotary has offered up to $20,000 to support trail wayfinding and durable reproductions.
Indian Head Park, Cook County, Illinois
Mark and Sandra Brasher and partners told trustees they will buy the Willow Hill restaurant, rename it Golden Century Cafe, renovate the interior and plan a grand opening after closing on Oct. 20; a local restaurateur and trustees offered support and outreach plans.
Kent County, Michigan
The Kent County Board of Commissioners on a 21-0 roll call vote adopted Resolution 84 to approve the Saddlebag Drain District Drainage District Bond Series 2025, financing a maintenance project to reconnect separated drain segments and address erosion into a downstream pond and wetland.
Riley, Kansas
Riley County accepted a $600,000 KDOT project programming award for the LaCedar Road bridge and authorized staff to sign paperwork to continue to a formal agreement and project schedule.
Peoria Unified School District (4237), School Districts, Arizona
District staff reviewed calendar development, legal requirements and tradeoffs affecting school start dates, breaks, testing windows and professional development. Trustees asked staff to reopen a public survey and return results at a future meeting.
Boulder, Boulder County, Colorado
Emergency Family Assistance (EFA) told Boulder council on Oct. 9 that food‑bank visits and food pounds distributed have risen and that partner budgets are facing cuts. EFA asked the city to consider additional funding to avoid service shortfalls as federal SNAP reductions and partner budget constraints increase demand.
McCall, Valley County, Idaho
The council approved staff to issue a draft request for proposals to update McCall's comprehensive plan, transportation master plan and design guidelines, launching an 18- to 24-month planning process and an updated parking study.
Boulder, Boulder County, Colorado
During the Oct. 9 budget public hearing, multiple speakers urged council to fund continuation of Elevate Boulder, the city's guaranteed‑income pilot, citing improved housing stability and reduced distress among participants and recommending the city continue program administration rather than outsourcing to nonprofits.
Multnomah County, Oregon
County transportation staff told the Board of Commissioners they will update administrative procedures, road rules and the Design and Construction Manual to align with state and federal standards, simplify permit processes and improve public access to standards.
Foster, Providence County, Rhode Island
The council accepted DPW recommendations to award fuel to Dennis Burke Inc. and contracts for winter sand and gravel to DeFazio Materials LLC and JR Venagro Corporation respectively; bidders were the low offers and the council approved by voice vote.
Riley, Kansas
Riley County commissioners approved using health-department grant and unused line-item funds to pay WIC staff through Oct. 31 while federal WIC food funding continues only for grocery reimbursements.
Indian Head Park, Cook County, Illinois
Village staff said an RFP for municipal waste hauling will be published and is due Nov. 7, with a recommendation expected at the Dec. 11 board meeting; alternatives requested include single-day pickup, HOA dumpster pricing and composting options.
Boulder, Boulder County, Colorado
Boulder City Council introduced and approved on first reading four ordinances on Oct. 9 that together make up the 2026 budget package, reflecting a balanced but constrained plan built from reductions, realignments and selected new revenues.
Boulder, Boulder County, Colorado
The Boulder City Council on Oct. 9 approved on first reading Ordinance 87‑19 to create a transportation maintenance fee (TMF) to raise an estimated $6.4 million annually for pavement, bridge and safety-asset maintenance. Council set the second reading for Oct. 23 and staff will start implementation work if the ordinance is adopted.
New York City Council, New York City, New York County, New York
Council members introduced bills to create an Office of Contract Services as a chief procurement office, require corrective action when agencies register large numbers of late contracts, and mandate 50% advance payments to nonprofit contractors (with specified exclusions) to address chronic late payments to nonprofits.
North Clackamas SD 12, School Districts, Oregon
Superintendent Yvonne Dibley told the North Clackamas School District board on Oct. 9 that the district’s Oct. 1 enrollment was 16,962, slightly below the projection of 17,134, and confirmed target staffing allocations of 25 students in elementary, 29 in middle and 32 in high school.
Annapolis, Anne Arundel County, Maryland
Deputy City Manager Jackie Guile told the Environmental Matters Committee on Oct. 9 that a DOE grant to create a resilience‑based model code was identified for federal cancellation, while staff reported progress on streetlight assessments, a revised ferry RFP accepted by the FTA, and an electric‑leaf‑blower rebate program that launched Oct. 1.
Muncie City, Delaware County, Indiana
The authority affirmed the demolition order Oct. 9 for 3401 Northeastwood Drive and moved the case to administrative enforcement, giving the owner time to demolish voluntarily before the city schedules a demolition list; no civil penalty was assessed after owner engagement.
Bangor City, Penobscot County, Maine
City committee heard an update on Sawyer Ice Arena’s aging refrigeration system, a rented replacement chiller arriving imminently, and growing local demand — especially from youth hockey — for a second sheet of ice.
Peoria Unified School District (4237), School Districts, Arizona
Public comments at the Peoria Unified meeting included appeals from a parent for retaining a school social worker and separate allegations surfaced about a former social worker's conduct and whether board members had been apprised. A board member responded to the public record allegations.
Foster, Providence County, Rhode Island
Councilors proposed removing the requirement that businesses have a fenced dumpster as a condition of license renewal (Section 12-48), leaving enforcement to zoning; the change is intended to avoid denying licenses to small, preexisting businesses that cannot meet the strict setback and screening rules.
AMHERST CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
District curriculum staff described a series of elementary-level changes including expanded teacher professional development, new screening and diagnostic assessments, wider use of decodable texts in K–2, a ‘tier 2 for all’ intervention at higher-risk schools, and continued rollout of Eureka math with sustained PD support.
Indian Head Park, Cook County, Illinois
The Board of Trustees voted 5-0 Oct. 9 to set a Dec. 11 public hearing on a proposed tax increment financing district and approved a registry of interested parties and notice rules intended to notify nearby residents and taxing bodies.
Annapolis, Anne Arundel County, Maryland
The Environmental Matters Committee voted to recommend Resolution R40‑25, a draft equitable public water access plan that pairs capital projects with policy changes. Members pressed staff on local water‑quality testing — particularly E. coli in headwaters — and added amendments to highlight accessible‑boating facilities and signage.
Middletown, School Districts, Rhode Island
The Middletown School Committee voted unanimously to oppose a Newport resolution to restart school regionalization, directing its superintendent not to engage. Middletown Town Councilors debated the request, with several saying the topic is premature given ongoing school construction and uncertain state funding; some councilors supported forming a
Lake County, Colorado
Planning staff in Lake County presented short- and long-term goals focused on supporting housing needs, updating the adopted building code, identifying software and process fixes, and reducing reliance on external plan reviewers and inspectors.
McCall, Valley County, Idaho
The McCall City Council approved a waiver of an Idaho Power "vested interest" refund fee so University of Idaho researchers can tap the power line being installed to serve the city's new water tank for climate-related tree-growth experiments.
AMHERST CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
The Amherst Central School District Board agreed to vote in line with the New York State resolutions committee’s recommendations for most items on the NYSSBA packet but pulled two resolutions—one on financial literacy and one on taxing policy—for separate consideration; on the financial-literacy item the board voted with the committee’s position.
New York City Council, New York City, New York County, New York
Council Member Lynn Schulman introduced legislation to require monthly testing and biocide treatment of cooling towers during periods of use, strengthen reporting requirements to the Department of Health and Mental Hygiene, and expand enforcement following a recent Legionnaires outbreak.
Costa Mesa, Orange County, California
Parks Director Gruner told commissioners Oct. 9 that the Fairview Park master‑plan draft was released Oct. 3 and staff will hold multiple outreach events in October, including Scarecrow Fest, restoration volunteer days and a special steering‑committee meeting Oct. 15. The city also launched a Poetry in the Parks QR‑kiosk challenge.
Muncie City, Delaware County, Indiana
A tenant at 7720 West Centennial described structural and mold problems to the Unsafe Building Hearing Authority on Oct. 9. The authority affirmed a rehab order, issued a $5,000 civil penalty for the owner’s failure to appear, and continued the case 30 days for further progress and inspections.
CLARK COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, Nevada
A public commenter urged trustees to reject the proposed employment agreement for a chief information officer unless contract language limiting unilateral pay increases by the superintendent is removed and called for pay-scale adjustments to address pay parity for current teachers.
Foster, Providence County, Rhode Island
The Foster Preservation Society secured a $32,500 grant to replace the townhouse roof; at a recent program society members reported a loss of upstairs lighting caused by a switch linked to the alarm system, prompting calls for building schematics and electrical repairs.
Rock County, Wisconsin
A supervisor introduced a resolution to require a transparent, documented grant application process for nonprofits seeking county budget funding and to authorize the county administrator to select grantees under that process; the measure was filed for referral to the appropriate committee.
SAYVILLE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
Robert Bartels, the district business official, told the board the district has lost about $7 million of fund balance in the past two fiscal years as federal COVID funding ended and expenditures exceeded revenues.
CHARLOTTESVILLE CTY PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
A coalition of parents announced a citywide PTO fund hosted at the Charlottesville Area Community Foundation aimed at reducing inequities between school PTOs; organizers aim to raise $100,000 in year one and begin with a kickoff fundraiser Oct. 23.
Peoria Unified School District (4237), School Districts, Arizona
The Peoria Unified governing board approved a new staff‑student boundaries and student protection policy (Policy 4‑202) that defines prohibited conduct, clarifies boundary‑sensitive behaviors and establishes reporting and training expectations.
New York City Council, New York City, New York County, New York
Council Member Jennifer Gutierrez introduced two bills: one to require an Internet master plan from the Office of Technology and Innovation to improve home broadband access, and another to require biannual reporting on air conditioning availability in homeless shelters.
ISLE OF WIGHT CO PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
The district reported an initial rollout of a bus-tracker app, explained rationale for keeping most longstanding area stops, and said the division will host a VDOE transportation audit soon; the director asked parents to understand constraints on routing expansion.
CLARK COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, Nevada
Multiple public commenters at the Oct. 9 CCSD meeting urged the district to increase crossing guards, traffic enforcement and bus access after two student deaths and an uptick in students struck by vehicles, and recommended targeted bus pickup for younger students within the two-mile no-bus zone.
SAYVILLE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
Director of Instructional Technology Chris Cowder reviewed automation of accounts, ClassLink QR login for early grades, a 1:1 Chromebook program for grades 62, a planned Gmail migration and state approvals for instructional tools including Desmos and statewide access to First in Math.
El Paso City, El Paso County, Texas
Planning staff updated the City Plan Commission on Envision El Paso, the comprehensive plan update, summarizing public engagement, draft place types and next steps toward adoption in 2026.
CLARK COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, Nevada
Multiple speakers at the Oct. 9 CCSD board meeting urged a transparent investigation, disciplinary action and trauma-informed support after a Black student at Centennial High School was assaulted in an incident described by advocates as racially motivated.
Costa Mesa, Orange County, California
The Parks and Community Services Commission approved a five‑value rubric on Oct. 9 to help prioritize park capital projects. Commissioners described the matrix as a starting point that staff and the commission will test against upcoming CIP proposals.
Alabama State Department of Education, State Agencies, Executive, Alabama
The Alabama State Board of Education on Aug. 12 fielded heated public comments and internal debate over a proposed resolution “declaring the preservation of intellectual freedom and nondiscrimination in Alabama’s public schools,” with board members taking public positions and a roll-call vote taken at the meeting.
Muncie City, Delaware County, Indiana
At its Oct. 9 meeting, the Muncie Unsafe Building Hearing Authority continued the case for the auto lot at 1001 East 20 Ninth Street and ordered a 30-day inspection-driven follow-up after the owner described vehicle removals and repairs.
SAYVILLE UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
Assistant Superintendent Amy Dimiola presented a districtwide curriculum and instruction update, saying the Sayville Union Free School District is expanding curriculum maps and performance-based assessments and studying a literacy pilot aimed at applying the science of reading.
Rock County, Wisconsin
The Boys and Girls Club of Janesville told Rock County supervisors it serves primarily low-income youth, provides affordable after‑school care, and is building a South Side facility that would triple capacity, add dinner service and expand teen programming; the organization said county childcare grant funds supported staffing and capital planning.
Cayuga County, New York
Tourism staff asked the Legislature to designate a nonprofit partner to receive a $15,000 America250 allocation from the state; the county must name a designee by Oct. 15 to access the one‑time funds for programming tied to America250 themes.
El Paso City, El Paso County, Texas
Planning staff outlined two state laws (SB 840 and SB 15) that took effect Sept. 1, 2025 and require changes to El Paso's zoning and subdivision codes; the commission voted to direct staff to amend local code titles to conform with the state statutes.
Foster, Providence County, Rhode Island
Municipal fellow Jeffrey Poland reviewed six months of work on housing objectives including RFPs, tax-sale parcels and a draft housing chapter while residents and a state senator raised concerns about ADUs, septic capacity and developer control.
ISLE OF WIGHT CO PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
District instructional staff described the district’s tier 1–3 framework for elementary reading and math interventions, explained the screening tools used (DIBELS/STAR/ VKRP) and summarized how students receive supplemental supports, with examples of intervention programs and progress-monitoring cadence.
Peoria Unified School District (4237), School Districts, Arizona
The governing board approved the appointment of Natalie Steele as interim principal at Kachina Elementary for the 2025–26 school year. Steele addressed the board and trustees offered congratulatory remarks.
Costa Mesa, Orange County, California
City planning manager Anna McGill told the Costa Mesa Parks and Community Services Commission on Oct. 9 that the city’s draft specific plan for the state‑owned Fairview Developmental Center will be studied for environmental impacts at a range of housing densities and will include a minimum 12 acres of publicly accessible open space for analysis.
AUSTIN ISD, School Districts, Texas
The board accepted a monitoring report showing third-grade STAR math scores rose from 39% to 42% meeting grade level; administrators credited adoption of high-quality math materials, professional learning and Lighthouse coaching; trustees asked for continued investment and for the district to scale practices to high‑need campuses.
CLARK COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, Nevada
Trustees approved notice of intent Oct. 9 to amend Policy 61.21 and Regulation 61.21, replacing the 1981 language with a formal system for secondary course offerings, establishing a curriculum commission of secondary administrators and licensed educators to review new, revised and retired courses.
Muncie City, Delaware County, Indiana
At its Oct. 9 meeting, the Muncie Unsafe Building Hearing Authority declared an emergency under IC 36-7-9-9 for the commercial property at 705 South Madison, authorized staff to secure the building and remove hazardous debris, and directed new service to the registered agent after earlier service problems.
New York City Council, New York City, New York County, New York
Council Member Farrah Lewis introduced Intro 9-25a (referred to as "Benzies Law") to require biennial inspections of steam radiators in apartments housing children under 6, faster remediation timelines for hazardous conditions, and penalties for noncompliance; the measure was placed on the day's docket.
CHARLOTTESVILLE CTY PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
A long‑time resident asked the school board and district staff to coordinate earlier leaf pickup and speed‑enforcement cameras near Jackson Via following vehicle fires and hazardous driving during school arrival and dismissal.
Rock County, Wisconsin
An ad hoc committee recommended continuing a one-year youth governance pilot as a permanent April-to-April program with a mentor component, limited cohort size and a modest $5,000 budget request included in the county administrator's recommended budget.
AUSTIN ISD, School Districts, Texas
Board members said the district must provide a detailed plan for special-education placements, IEP meetings and staffing ratios before consolidations proceed; trustees described the community’s need for clear timelines and assurances that services will continue.
Foster, Providence County, Rhode Island
After a public hearing, the Foster Town Council adopted Section 28.3 to establish stickers, drop-off rules and a fee schedule for residential bulk waste and approved a one-year fee schedule to run with the 2026 fiscal year; the council and residents discussed outreach and pickup procedures.
Peoria Unified School District (4237), School Districts, Arizona
District staff presented the 2024–25 Annual Financial Report (AFR), highlighting revenue increases from state funding and ESSER spending. The governing board approved the AFR and asked for follow-up detail about remaining federal-relief balances and a missing ESSER coding reimbursement.
New York City Council, New York City, New York County, New York
Council Member Petrina Anna Sanchez introduced Intro 12-65 to require Housing Preservation & Development's Housing Connect portal to limit notifications to projects applicants are eligible for, send email/text updates, and allow designation of a representative to receive notices on an applicant's behalf.
ISLE OF WIGHT CO PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
The division’s Special Education Advisory Committee (SEAC) held a Back-to-School Bash to build social opportunities for students with disabilities; staff said about 22 families from six schools attended and volunteers offered 10 activity stations.
El Paso City, El Paso County, Texas
The commission approved a special permit and detailed site plan allowing a ballroom/ small events venue at 600 S. Stanton with a 60% parking reduction and a 0-foot side-street setback; the applicant said the indoor capacity is about 100–130 and provided a parking study showing available on‑street and nearby spaces.
Cayuga County, New York
Clinic leaders told the Legislature their community mental‑health center covers jail psychiatry, operates a walk‑in clinic with low wait times, and will continue a daytime mobile‑crisis team funded in part by OMH state aid after initial grant funding ended.
CLARK COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, Nevada
Trustees approved notice of intent Oct. 9 to amend Policy 51.12 and Regulation 51.12 to retitle and revise change-of-school-assignment language to 'enrollment in a school outside assigned attendance zone,' aligning with Assembly Bill 533 and clarifying application, authorization and transportation rules.
AUSTIN ISD, School Districts, Texas
Trustees of the Austin Independent School District spent more than three hours debating a proposed consolidation and comprehensive transition plan that combines school closures, boundary changes, program moves and state-required turnaround plans.
CHARLOTTESVILLE CTY PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
Charlottesville City Schools announced a $235,000 planning and implementation grant to support a community‑schools model and unveiled a Community Mentorship Coalition with three program pillars for K–12 mentoring, belonging and life‑skills.
Cayuga County, New York
The public health director told legislators that early intervention and preschool special‑education programs, which carry significant tuition and related-services costs, account for the majority of the health department’s local share and are largely state‑mandated.
New York City Council, New York City, New York County, New York
Council Member Sandy Nurse introduced a two-year pilot to test cool pavement in five high-heat blocks across the city's boroughs, citing examples from other cities and potential temperature reductions; the pilot was placed on the committee docket for a vote.
Cayuga County, New York
After a presentation from consultants, the Legislature authorized the chair to sign a utility-data release so an energy and infrastructure audit can proceed; consultants said audits can identify efficiency and funding opportunities in 2–3 months given timely data access.
Town of Lakeville, Plymouth County, Massachusetts
The commission voted to ask the Select Board to place a warrant article on the Oct. town meeting warrant to establish a Chapter 44, §53E½ revolving fund for conservation fees and site-plan fees with a $15,000 annual spending cap; Finance Committee and Select Board review remains pending.
ISLE OF WIGHT CO PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
Board members agreed to withdraw proposed changes to Policy KK on volunteer/building access for further drafting and asked nurse leadership to refine proposed CPR/first-aid requirements after questions about feasibility and timelines.
New York City Council, New York City, New York County, New York
The New York City Council praised and approved modifications to the Jamaica neighborhood rezoning and announced scheduled votes on several land-use items including Arverne East UDAP amendments, Station Plaza Jamaica map changes and other rezoning proposals; the council said the Jamaica plan will deliver housing, jobs and neighborhood investments.
Terrebonne Parish (Consolidated Government), Louisiana
Members of a Terrebonne Parish planning committee on a draft of new RV-park regulations agreed on several key changes and flagged several open questions while hearing repeated appeals from bayou residents and a tribal representative for stronger, uniform protections.
El Paso City, El Paso County, Texas
Planners approved rezoning of a 3.4-acre assisted living site to permit commercial daycare services on-site, subject to a binding detailed site plan, landscape buffering, and restrictions on amplified sound and proximity to alcohol-serving establishments.
CLARK COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, Nevada
The Clark County School District Board of Trustees voted 7-0 Oct. 9 to accept the Nevada Educator Performance Framework (NEPF) 2024–25 implementation report, which presented evaluation data for teachers and administrators and discussed impending state changes under SB 460.
Mendocino County, California
The Mendocino County Zoning Administrator on Oct. 9 approved administrative permit AP2025-0014 allowing temporary occupancy of a trailer coach while a garage is converted into a single-family residence at 4627 Felice Creek Road, Hopland; staff cited a CEQA categorical exemption.
CHARLOTTESVILLE CTY PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
Charlottesville City Schools reported year‑to‑year gains in reading and math under new standards but told the board that the state’s newly approved higher cut scores will be applied next spring and will reduce pass rates statewide.
Minnetonka Public School District, School Boards, Minnesota
The board approved low construction and paving bids for six summer 2026 projects, including fencing, cabinet replacement and parking‑lot repaving; staff reported the combined low bids were substantially under budget.
JEFFERSON CITY, School Districts, Missouri
District staff said County Stock Insurance revenue exceeded budget by about $2.6 million, prompting operating and expenditure adjustments including increased transportation and AP testing accounts; no formal vote was recorded in the excerpt.
El Paso City, El Paso County, Texas
The commission rezoned a 0.29-acre property at 8701 Gateway South from residential to C-2 and granted a special permit and detailed site development plan allowing a contractor's yard, a professional office and a resident watchman dwelling, subject to landscape buffering and limits on proximity to alcohol/amplified-sound uses.
Boulder, Boulder County, Colorado
A staff history presentation recounted the founding and development of Boulder’s Second Baptist Church, emphasizing its roots in self‑determination, early congregational leaders and the church’s role providing lodging and support for Black teachers and students.
Cayuga County, New York
Department of Social Services staff told the legislature that rising emergency shelter and foster-care expenses are driving projected budget increases; officials proposed headcount reductions focused on vacant positions and stressed limits on local control of mandated programs.
Lake County, Colorado
County staff told commissioners a pending intergovernmental agreement (IGA) with the City of Aurora would allow Lake County to begin contracting and selling portions of its water, unlocking revenue, reducing golf course reliance on augmentation water and enabling new storage and exchange options; staff outlined related studies, storage ideas and a
JEFFERSON CITY, School Districts, Missouri
Deputy Superintendent Dr. Bowie reported year-to-year increases across several math and science measures, with the district seeking further growth in reading and writing; APR scores and full dataset are embargoed until Nov. 6.
Montgomery County, Pennsylvania
Multiple residents used public comment to challenge county policy on immigration enforcement and criminal justice spending; commissioners responded that recent investments support constitutional rights and county operations and called for civility.
El Paso City, El Paso County, Texas
The commission approved vacating about 1.45 acres of Holstein Road right-of-way to enable a subdivision and separate self-storage development; a nearby resident opposed the vacation citing safety and problems with adjacent bars, but the motion passed with one recorded nay.
Baltimore County, Maryland
At its October meeting, the Baltimore County Design Review Panel approved a revised design for Whiting Turner’s proposed headquarters at 949 Delaney Valley Road in Towson, recommending approval consistent with the county staff report and asking that a final landscape plan be submitted during development review.
Forsyth County, North Carolina
The Forsyth County Board of Commissioners voted 5-2 on Oct. 9 to conditionally forgive up to $5,026,336.90 of debt owed by Winston‑Salem Forsyth County Schools if privately raised funds first repay the state and other creditors.
ISLE OF WIGHT CO PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
The board approved reallocating a budgeted teaching position to fund a part-time, no-benefits speech-language pathologist for the 2025–26 school year to relieve increased SLP caseloads, particularly at Westside.
Minnetonka Public School District, School Boards, Minnesota
The Minnetonka School Board voted to adopt the district’s 2024–25 annual report, which summarizes academic highlights, signature programs, new leadership hires and the facility study that produced an $85 million bond referendum on the Nov. 4 ballot.
NISKAYUNA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
Committee members nominated and confirmed Sarah as chair of the Audit & Finance Committee and approved minutes from the Sept. 12 meeting by voice vote.
Lake Forest City, Orange County, California
The Lake Forest City Planning Commission on Oct. 9 approved a use permit allowing Ovation's Performing Arts to operate a youth musical-theater school in a 4,243-square-foot building in the Burbank business park, with limits on students, instructors and prescribed hours.
El Paso City, El Paso County, Texas
The City Plan Commission approved a major-combination subdivision for the Canutillo Bridal School site in the Upper Valley but denied the applicant’s request to waive required sidewalk and roadway improvements along Strahan Road after staff and commissioners cited safety and connectivity concerns for schoolchildren.
Montgomery County, Pennsylvania
Superintendent Christopher Dorton presented a multi-phase facilities master plan for Norristown Area School District that the district estimates will total about $350 million over 8–12 years. The district said the first three phases — including $30 million in high-priority renovations and major high school additions — will not require a tax hike.
Boulder, Boulder County, Colorado
The Boulder Landmarks Board agreed Oct. 8 to prepare a letter for City Council proposing projects to be considered as 2026 council priorities, including a possible historic preservation plan update and public‑visioning work; board members asked for a small working group and staff support.
CHARLOTTESVILLE CTY PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
School leaders reported improved graduation and attendance supports at Lugo McGinnis Academy and the night school, outlined workforce and enrichment partnerships and said capacity is a constraint as demand grows.
Town of Whitestown, Boone County, Indiana
Planning staff told the Town of Whitestown Plan Commission that a development plan amendment for Project Edge was administratively approved to allow three storage silos and a cooling tower; staff also noted that a nearby Chipotle is under construction.
Boulder, Boulder County, Colorado
The Landmarks Board voted 4-0 on Oct. 8 to approve a demolition application for a circa‑1905 house at 3120 Sixth Street after staff found the property no longer retains integrity required for landmark designation under Boulder Revised Code 9‑11‑23.
Minnetonka Public School District, School Boards, Minnesota
District presenters told the school board that late‑September enrollment rose to 11,484 students, open enrollment supplies millions in revenue that supports programming, and kindergarten saw a significant year‑over‑year increase.
ISLE OF WIGHT CO PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
The school board unanimously approved a county request to designate four existing parking spaces (including one ADA space) at Georgie D. Tyler Middle School for use as a Suffolk Transit park-and-ride commuter stop, with costs borne by the county and City of Suffolk Transit Department.
Hartford City, Hartford County, Connecticut
ES&T Quality Assurance Coordinator Shante Washington briefed the committee on staffing shortfalls in dispatch, upcoming training classes, a delayed CAD-to-CAD link with AMR, and the use of a Heart Team (CRT/Wheeler Clinic) for nonviolent, quality-of-life calls.
El Paso County, Colorado
El Paso County staff presented an annexation impact report for Miller Downs at Wyoming Lane (21.37 acres); the board acknowledged the report as required by state statute and did not take action. Planning staff said the property would be rezoned by the City of Colorado Springs and that drainage flows to Sand Creek into the city.
Talawanda City, School Districts, Ohio
Two parents asked the Talawanda board to restrict or relocate an illustrated book, Drama, from elementary classrooms, citing explicit content and requesting a policy review. Board members did not announce any immediate policy changes during the meeting.
Hartford City, Hartford County, Connecticut
Hartford Fire Chief Barco reported the department completed accreditation, has $110,000 in city funding to provide cancer screening for members in mid-January, is pursuing an AFG grant for turnout gear, and recorded a 100% performance response rate for September.
Columbus City Council, Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio
The commission voted to table a request by LDG for rezoning and variances to build a 198‑unit affordable housing complex on North Hague Avenue after hours of public testimony raising concerns about density, infrastructure, traffic, tree loss and public safety.
CHARLOTTESVILLE CTY PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
Charlottesville City Schools staff presented a revised memorandum of understanding intended to pilot two sworn school resource officers, add NYCLU‑inspired student protections and publish a standard operating procedure about how SROs would operate in city schools.
Montgomery County, Pennsylvania
Commissioners said the county has increased fines, will run outreach with parks and law enforcement and warned riders that powerful e-bikes (3,000-watt motors capable of roughly 50 mph) are unsafe on trails.
Hartford City, Hartford County, Connecticut
Chief Ravella told the committee Hartford remains near last year’s low levels for gun violence, outlined a November 1 gun buyback funded by forfeiture funds, and described recruitment and academy efforts to add officers and laterals to the force.
NISKAYUNA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
Fiscal Advisors updated the committee on recent borrowings, building-aid calculations, rebates from energy work and a possible $50 million 2027 referendum structured to avoid a tax increase; the district’s capital reserve and state aid ratio were key variables.
Public Safety Office, Departments and Agencies, Executive, Texas
The Public Safety Commission confirmed Vanessa Mayo as chief of the finance division and John Kelly as assistant chief of information technology after competitive selection processes.
Hartford City, Hartford County, Connecticut
Hartford’s Quality of Life and Public Safety Committee voted to send a mayoral resolution authorizing a lease for a Northeast District police office at 127–133 Martin Street to the full City Council with a favorable recommendation.
ISLE OF WIGHT CO PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
The board approved a request for an architectural RFP to evaluate design options for Westside Elementary, while school leaders and staff described extensive water, plumbing and structural problems at the nearly century-old building that are affecting classrooms and restrooms.
Montgomery County, Pennsylvania
County officials said mail-in ballots have been widely requested, drop boxes will open in mid-October, and the county uses multiple safeguards and post-election audits to detect irregularities.
Oxnard City, Ventura County, California
City staff presented a proposal to amend the Oxnard City Code to permit agricultural and construction vehicle sales with incidental repair and service in heavy‑manufacturing (M2) zones covering about 29 parcels; staff recommended finding the project categorically exempt under CEQA and asked the council to approve a first reading of an ordinance.
Kodiak Island Borough, Alaska
Borough staff proposed a two-year contract with Hickey & Associates for legislative lobbying services at $45,000 per year; the contract would run through the 2026 and 2027 sessions and replace a contract that expires Dec. 31, 2025.
Columbus City Council, Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio
The Development Commission recommended approval of a zoning change to allow a limited manufacturing district and self‑storage uses on an undeveloped parcel on Westerville Road; staff and the northeast area commission supported the application and no members of the public testified in opposition.
Town of Whitestown, Boone County, Indiana
The Town of Whitestown Plan Commission approved a concept plan and primary plat for a 12,000-square-foot Goodman Campbell medical office building east of I‑65, including parking, hours and site-access details to be finalized at development plan stage.
ISLE OF WIGHT CO PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
Parents and a student told the school board that the Nursing Aide II program has operated without a certified instructor for more than six weeks, leaving students worried about losing certification opportunities and disrupting career pathways.
Oxnard City, Ventura County, California
Staff presented a five-year, up-to-$1,627,436.40 agreement with Badger Meter Inc. to continue cellular read and Beacon software services for the city's advanced meter infrastructure; funding is programmed from the Water Operating Fund 601 and the AMI project began in 2021.
Minnetonka Public School District, School Boards, Minnesota
Deep Haven Elementary presented the school’s strategies for bullying prevention, an inclusive fifth-grade leadership program and implementation of new K–5 literacy curriculum during the Oct. 9 Minnetonka School Board meeting.
Public Safety Office, Departments and Agencies, Executive, Texas
The commission adopted two proposals for decision from the State Office of Administrative Hearings: revocation of Muhammad Hussain's vehicle inspection license and a $100 administrative penalty against Cessley Jevon Lewis for unlicensed private security services.
Kenai, Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska
Commissioners and pilots told the Kenai Airport Commission that Crowley Fuel has been ordered by the state to remove underground tanks by month-end and intends to pull its self-serve pumps, prompting concerns about jet fuel availability for training, maintenance and diversions.
Columbus City Council, Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio
The Columbus Development Commission voted to recommend approval of a rezoning request to allow up to 48 multiunit residences at a Hilltop-area site, drawing objections from nearby homeowners who cited traffic, safety and tree‑canopy concerns.
ISLE OF WIGHT CO PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
A Smithfield parent told the Isle of Wight County School Board that two of her children were physically attacked at dismissal on Sept. 9 and said the student who started the incidents has an IEP that staff failed to follow. She said her children were suspended and appealed the penalties.
Talawanda City, School Districts, Ohio
District Director of Teaching and Learning Stephanie Arnie told the board Talawanda earned a 4‑star district rating with high graduation rates and building‑level gains, while early literacy remains the main area targeted for intervention and resources.
El Paso County, Colorado
The El Paso County Board of County Commissioners approved the land use consent calendar items 6a through 6c on Oct. 9, including a rezoning for Elkview Estates, by a 5-0 roll call vote during the board's Land Use meeting.
Maricopa County, Arizona
The Maricopa County Planning and Zoning Commission voted 7-0 to recommend approval of MCP250005, a 100-megawatt battery energy storage facility in the Surprise area, after the applicant and fire authority described safety measures, a 500-foot residential setback and an annexation by the Arizona Fire and Medical Authority.
Public Safety Office, Departments and Agencies, Executive, Texas
The Public Safety Commission finalized adoption of a set of rules that had been published for comment: school-bus equipment standards and changes to the compassionate‑use (medical cannabis) program required by recent legislation.
Kenai, Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska
HDL Engineering told the Kenai Airport Commission that phase 1 of the Kenai Airport Master Plan is complete and that main runway 02L/20R will be closed for a planned 2026 rehabilitation, with the parallel taxiway proposed as a visual temporary runway; FAA instrument approaches would not be available during construction.
Kodiak Island Borough, Alaska
Borough staff proposed a 25-year ground lease allowing the non-profit Kodiak Rodeo and State Fair to continue occupying fairground land at $500 per year. The lease is below fair market value under borough code to support the nonprofit’s grant-funded activities; assembly members asked staff to quantify the in-kind tax value.
Grand Rapids City, Kent County, Michigan
In a brief exchange, two residents discussed whether loading zones can be used for trips under 20 minutes and emphasized using hazard lights; no official rule or enforcement guidance was provided in the transcript.
Montgomery County, Pennsylvania
County officials told the Board of Commissioners they have used roughly $33 million to keep operations running amid a state budget impasse and warned the practice is costly and unsustainable.
Monroe County, School Districts, Tennessee
The Monroe County Board of Education recognized two students for National Merit commendation and a perfect ACT score, and district staff reported October enrollment, the Monroe Youth Excellence program kickoff, early literacy outreach and roofing project progress.
Lynn Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
The Lynn School Committee approved a revised graduation-requirements policy (IKF) and a new competency-determination policy (IKFE) after discussion in the policy subcommittee and a full-committee vote.
NISKAYUNA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
Bonadio Group told the district's Audit & Finance Committee the 2024–25 financial statements will receive an unmodified opinion, with no internal-control findings; a federal single-audit remains open pending an OMB compliance supplement and is expected to be complete by March 2026.
Talawanda City, School Districts, Ohio
Board members and the treasurer told the Talawanda City School District board that recent Ohio legislative changes and a Butler County property rollback will reduce local revenue, and the board unanimously approved a five‑year forecast and several contracts including special‑education service agreements.
El Paso County Colorado School District 49, School Districts , Colorado
Lauren Waldorf, art teacher at Stetson Elementary, was recognized at District 49’s Fantastic 49 presentation for creating original lesson plans, hosting monthly family paint nights and fostering lasting student engagement; nominator Delaney Martin said student art is frequently cited as a favorite special.
West Allis, Milwaukee County, Wisconsin
The director of public works praised crew response to the Aug. 9 flood, reported contract and hauling costs of about $220,000 and said FEMA reimbursement is pending; the report was informational and no action was taken.
United Nations, Federal
Two speakers in the meeting transcript praised women working in corrections, saying their efforts advance dignity and align with the United Nations' 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development and calling women’s participation a business strategy that delivers results.
Public Safety Office, Departments and Agencies, Executive, Texas
Commissioners approved publication in the Texas Register of several proposed rule changes affecting license to carry endorsements, consideration of out‑of‑state licenses for veterans, vehicle inspection cleanup, metal recycling documentation and automated vehicle first‑responder requirements (QR codes and contact plans).
North Bend SD 13, School Districts, Oregon
Student Grace Clark reported on games, clubs and online classes; district staff highlighted open houses, a shortage and recognition of custodial and paraprofessional staff nominated for 'extra mile' awards.
El Paso County Colorado School District 49, School Districts , Colorado
George Bleuen was recognized at District 49’s Fantastic 49 presentation for eight years of volunteer work supporting Vista Ridge High School’s marching band and winter guard, including prop design, logistics and season wrap-up work; nominator Andrew King credited Bleuen with critical technical and organizational support.
Grand Rapids City, Kent County, Michigan
The Planning Commission approved amendments to the planned sign program for the Jones Secchia Children’s Hospital at 220 Wealthy St SE, allowing a larger wall sign and a ground sign subject to setback and landscaping conditions and removal from sight‑triangle areas.
Monroe County, School Districts, Tennessee
Monroe County Board of Education authorized its attorney to send a proposed counteroffer letter to the Sweetwater School Board's attorney regarding the sale and transfer of Sweetwater High School.
Saratoga Springs, Utah County, Utah
The Saratoga Springs Planning Commission voted 5–2 Oct. 9 to forward a positive recommendation to the City Council to rezone portions of the Stout Development from RA‑5 to R1‑10; commissioners questioned runoff mitigation, neighborhood notice where a map misidentified two interior parcels, and the loss of scarce RA‑5 acreage.
Grand Rapids City, Kent County, Michigan
The Planning Commission postponed action on Mary Free Bed Rehabilitation Hospital’s request to waive ground‑floor active use for a new parking structure at 220 Wealthy St SE and asked the applicant to engage neighborhood stakeholders and revise materials and landscape treatments to mitigate pedestrian‑level impacts.
Kodiak Island Borough, Alaska
The Planning and Zoning Commission voted 4–0 to recommend assembly approval of zoning amendments that allow child care in many residential and commercial zones and adopt state-based definitions and parking rules.
North Bend SD 13, School Districts, Oregon
On a second reading the North Bend School District 13 board approved policy updates governing personal electronic devices and directory information by a unanimous vote.
Grand Rapids City, Kent County, Michigan
The commission approved Gimme's Par and Grill’s request to run up to 10 outdoor events with live entertainment per year and to operate the accessory lot as paid public parking, subject to time, licensing and operational conditions intended to limit neighborhood impacts.
Town of Lakeville, Plymouth County, Massachusetts
At its Oct. 9 meeting the Town of Lakeville Planning Board reviewed its goals and administrative updates, confirmed a kickoff date for an open‑space residential development (OSRD) grant project, discussed a joint meeting schedule with the select board and considered expanding a town economic‑development survey.
Monroe County, School Districts, Tennessee
Monroe County Board of Education debated whether to give a $500 bonus to 271 non‑certified employees and whether cafeteria staff should be included. The initial motion and a follow-up to include cafeteria workers both failed after roll-call votes.
Clinton, Oneida County, New York
At a town budget workshop, staff and board members negotiated increases and reallocations in the highway department budget, agreeing informally to raise maintenance funding to $120,000, set cold‑patch at $50,000 and add $5,000 to culvert replacement lines while exploring GPS tracking for plow trucks.
West Allis, Milwaukee County, Wisconsin
Public works staff described the city’s single‑stream curbside program serving about 22,000 residential units, enforcement steps for improper set‑out and drop‑off operations, grant funding and processing costs; no policy action was taken.
Public Safety Office, Departments and Agencies, Executive, Texas
The commission voted to adopt the Chief Auditor's proposed internal audit strategy for fiscal year 2026, which adds performance objectives to comply with updated professional auditing standards and retains flexibility for emergent requests.
El Paso County Colorado School District 49, School Districts , Colorado
Falcon Elementary School of Technology staff wellness co-leaders Brenda Waldron and Dawn Takas were recognized at District 49’s Fantastic 49 presentation after the school won an America's Healthiest School Award for staff-wellness and tobacco-free initiatives; the nomination noted multiple local wellness programs and district-level contributions.
Grand Rapids City, Kent County, Michigan
After review and public comment, the Planning Commission approved a special land use and site plan for a three‑story Hispanic Center facility at 735 Ritzma Court SW, including a childcare center, community center and offices, subject to conditions on sidewalks, pedestrian walkways and a parking waiver.
Public Safety Office, Departments and Agencies, Executive, Texas
The Public Safety Commission presented awards to troopers for multiple rescues and highlighted one smuggling case that resulted in a conviction and long prison sentence for the driver.
North Bend SD 13, School Districts, Oregon
District leaders reported staff suicide-prevention training, emergency response plan reviews and a gradual rollout of a social-emotional learning program (LifeBinder/Wayfinder) with family engagement events planned Oct. 11.
North Bend SD 13, School Districts, Oregon
The district joined Oregon’s statewide facility assessment program to create a five-year capital plan and completed a middle school boiler project; the board approved declaring two properties surplus to allow future sale or lease actions.
Saratoga Springs, Utah County, Utah
The Saratoga Springs Planning Commission voted unanimously Oct. 9 to forward a recommendation to approve the Harvest Point Commercial Plot A, Lot 2 site plan at 2093 North Hillcrest Road after staff said the proposal meets city code; commissioners asked for clarity on drainage, sewer access and lighting.
Town of Lakeville, Plymouth County, Massachusetts
At its Oct. 9 meeting the Town of Lakeville Planning Board reviewed a revised stormwater management bylaw incorporating edits from town counsel and technical consultants, agreed to several drafting changes and to prepare a clean draft for submission as a placeholder for the spring town meeting; no formal vote to adopt the bylaw was taken.
Grand Rapids City, Kent County, Michigan
A housing needs assessment presented to the Grand Rapids Planning Commission found substantial deficits in rental and for‑sale housing at lower income levels and urged regulatory change, incentives alignment and targeted subsidies to address the shortfall.
Redondo Beach City, Los Angeles County, California
A frequent public commenter asked the commission to reopen analysis of the city’s homelessness program funding and to review professional-services procurement rules; commissioners agreed to add both items to the next meeting agenda for further discussion.
Public Safety Office, Departments and Agencies, Executive, Texas
At its October meeting, the Texas Department of Public Safety (DPS) told commissioners it will increase hemp product enforcement, launch initiatives to protect places of worship and begin concentrated operations in Harris County as part of a multiagency effort to reduce repeat offending.
North Bend SD 13, School Districts, Oregon
A North Bend School Foundation representative told the board the group awarded $12,842 in grants this year and described grant-supported classroom projects, donor fundraising and longer-term scholarship funds that have provided roughly $174,000 to district students over the past decade.
Farmers Branch, Dallas County, Texas
The Farmers Branch Senior Advisory Board voted unanimously to add Sam Allen, a former board member, to the center's memorial board following a motion and second; members spoke in favor and the motion passed by voice vote.
Kodiak Island Borough, Alaska
Assembly members and staff reviewed a parcel map and debated priorities for disposing borough land to address Kodiak’s housing shortage. Members favored smaller, near-term lots in served areas and said many borough parcels need roads, sewer or water before homes can be built.
Lake Barrington, Lake County, Illinois
Lake Barrington trustees and the village president discussed expanding emergency preparedness and contingency planning for power and cyber incidents, working regionally with police, fire and hospitals, and expressed concern about electric scooter speed and safety enforcement.
Manatee, School Districts, Florida
At the Oct. 10 workshop board members discussed a Narcan policy language change to explicitly include adults and were told the district updated its student conduct/petty theft threshold to reflect the state felony threshold of $750; staff said enforcement remains discretionary and law enforcement involvement depends on circumstances.
Farmers Branch, Dallas County, Texas
City staff told the advisory board that remaining renovation work at the senior center is awaiting HVAC unit deliveries and balancing; once systems are in place, crews will finish the flooring.
House of Representatives, House, Committees, Legislative, Puerto Rico
La Comisión de Turismo de la Cámara de Representantes trató hoy dos medidas sobre la colección arqueológica conocida como las piedras del Padre Nazario; los testigos citados (Municipio de Guayanilla y la UPR recinto Utuado) no comparecieron y la comisión anunció que los citará nuevamente.
Wausau, Marathon County, Wisconsin
City staff reported progress on 2025 street reconstruction projects — including Randolph, Cherry and Fulton streets — work on the Jefferson Ramp, Athletic Park parking lots, and a ribbon cutting set for Oct. 27 for the 72 Second Avenue Trail South Extension. The proposed fleet maintenance facility remains under site review with the county.
Redondo Beach City, Los Angeles County, California
The city’s finance director presented a CalPERS valuation showing a roughly 12% decrease in the combined unfunded accrued liability and a stable unfunded liability payment; the commission voted to receive the valuation report on file.
Manatee, School Districts, Florida
Board member Miss Felton told the Oct. 10 workshop that Manatee County Schools received two Schools of Hope letters and urged a coordinated, public response; district staff said they will document existing programs and facilities and prepare responses as required by state rule.
Farmers Branch, Dallas County, Texas
Advisory board members reviewed recent programs and debated whether to hold two larger evening events yearly instead of three daytime events; they also confirmed upcoming events including a craft fair, Metro Crest mobile food pantry and Veterans Day program.
Montezuma County, Colorado
The Montezuma County Planning and Zoning Commission voted 4-0 to recommend that the Board of County Commissioners approve a subdivision amendment to adjust the boundary between Lots 17 and 18 of the Butler Subdivision, conditioned on maintaining a 30-foot setback from an existing slab and structures.
Redondo Beach City, Los Angeles County, California
Commissioners pressed for more frequent revenue tracking and agreed to place a quarterly-report requirement and capital improvement project review on the next meeting agenda after public commenters and one commissioner raised concerns about use of pension reserves to balance the city budget.
Farmers Branch, Dallas County, Texas
The Farmers Branch Senior Center reported reopening in May 2025 and growth in membership and program participation, including 1,440 active members, a 15% rise in membership and a 13% increase in program participation; the center's net promoter score was reported at 83.
Carlisle Area SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Committee reviewed three PSBA-recommended policy updates affecting federal fiscal compliance, travel reimbursement for federally funded activities and federal conflict-of-interest rules; presenters said changes align local policy with federal requirements including single-audit thresholds, record-retention changes and cybersecurity protections.
Oxnard City, Ventura County, California
Rob Rubin, chief information officer for the City of Oxnard, asked the City Council to authorize the mayor to execute a two‑year blanket agreement with CompuWave in the amount of $1.2 million for computer hardware and related services, covering Nov. 1, 2025, through Oct. 31, 2027.
Kodiak Island Borough, Alaska
Sen. Gary Stevens and Rep. Louise Stutes told the Kodiak Island Borough Assembly that state revenues will be tighter in the coming years, that the Permanent Fund dividend likely will be smaller than some expect, and that replacement ferries face delays tied to Buy America and other procurement issues.
Lake Barrington, Lake County, Illinois
Finance staff reported net income of about $276,000 for the period, reversing a loss of $215,000 at the same point last year, with investment income and sales-tax gains noted; trustees moved to approve accounts payable warrants and pay bills during the Oct. 7 meeting.
Farmers Branch, Dallas County, Texas
The Farmers Branch Senior Advisory Board voted unanimously to move its monthly meeting from the second Thursday to the first Thursday, citing holiday conflicts and a board member's availability; the change was approved by show of hands.
Carlisle Area SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
District finance staff said delayed state funding left Carlisle roughly $5 million short as of Sept. 30 and outlined cash-preservation steps the district is using while the Commonwealth budget remains unsettled.
Wausau, Marathon County, Wisconsin
The committee approved removing a segment of McClellan Street from downtown overnight parking restrictions and repealed three existing 15-minute stalls on Washington Street as a housekeeping item.
Lake Barrington, Lake County, Illinois
The Oct. 7 Lake Barrington board meeting included a consent agenda that listed a separation agreement with an employee, updates to local grocery tax ordinances and intergovernmental agreements with neighboring fire districts for fire prevention inspections; the board moved the items for approval as a block during the meeting's consent portion.
Manatee, School Districts, Florida
At an Oct. 10 workshop the Manatee County School Board received an annual technology update outlining a five‑year plan that includes a $9 million E‑Rate funding request, a district share of roughly $1.8 million, a plan to deploy about 8,500 refreshed Chromebooks by February 2026, and new AI and chatbot pilots.
East Consolidated Zoning Board, Johnson County, Kansas
The Johnson County Board of County Commissioners recessed into multiple executive sessions between 3:35 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. Thursday to consult with legal counsel on pending or potential litigation involving the Sheriff’s Office, the county Human Resources Department, a matter described as the “Johnson County Med Act,” and a dispute tied to Attorney General Opinion No. 2025-013.
Carlisle Area SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
World language head Heather Dravick and German teacher Robbie Lyon presented revisions to German 1'4 that emphasize proficiency, comprehensible input and AP preparation; committee was told the program has grown and the item will go to the full board for approval.
East Consolidated Zoning Board, Johnson County, Kansas
A performance audit presented Oct. 9 found Johnson County has made progress identifying data custodians and classifying data, but recommended additional resources, training for custodians and improved vendor information‑security review documentation.
Wausau, Marathon County, Wisconsin
The committee approved a preliminary resolution to levy special assessments for 2026 street projects. Members noted 20 Eighth Avenue was removed from the assessment list and is currently proposed for a mill-and-overlay, drawing questions about whether a full rebuild will be funded later.
Lake Barrington, Lake County, Illinois
A visiting state senator told the Lake Barrington Board of Trustees on Oct. 7 that Springfield passed the state's largest budget, discussed transit governance reforms for suburban representation and previewed a bill to require registration for people who secretly videotape children in private settings.
Dolton, Cook County, Illinois
Dolton Public Library will hold an Oktoberfest family event Oct. 24 from 4 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at 14037 Lincoln Ave., featuring trunk-or-treat, storytelling, cookie decorating, a spooky film and a costume contest; cost was not specified.
Truckee Meadows Regional Planning Agency, Other State Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Nevada
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Carlisle Area SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Allie Moyer, Director of Educational Programs for Carlisle Area School District, presented the district's professional development plan for the coming school year and said it "is a reflection of Carlisle Area School District's deep commitment to growth, for both educators and students."
East Consolidated Zoning Board, Johnson County, Kansas
Judge John McEntee reported results from a county eviction‑mediation pilot: more than 700 mediations over two years, about 74% avoiding a court judgment and about 32% of households keeping their current tenancy. The judge described the program as a cost‑effective way to reduce forcible removals and law‑enforcement deployments.
Glens Falls City, Warren County, New York
The Glens Falls Industrial Development Agency on Oct. 9 approved a five-year pilot tax-relief package to help finance a 19-unit conversion at 178 Maple Street while developers await historic tax credits and other funding.
Town of Lakeville, Plymouth County, Massachusetts
Commissioners described irrigation intake/backflow issues at Ted Williams Camp that will require pump-company or irrigation work before spring, and flagged AED storage and maintenance tasks.
Natrona, Wyoming
Natrona County Parks and partners scheduled an Oct. open house with trail cleanup, food distribution, a 1 p.m. dedication, 2 p.m. single-track ribbon cutting, group hikes and rides, and new printed and digital trail maps and grooming plans to be presented at the event.
East Consolidated Zoning Board, Johnson County, Kansas
Facing an interruption of federal administrative funds for the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC), commissioners authorized reallocation of up to $121,000 from health fund reserves to cover personnel costs for up to 30 days while state and federal options are pursued.
Wausau, Marathon County, Wisconsin
Wausau’s Infrastructure and Facilities Committee voted to vacate a portion of the 20 Eighth Avenue corridor right of way so the parcels revert to Marathon County and to remove the corridor from the city’s official map, clearing building restrictions on affected properties.
Columbia City, Richland County, South Carolina
The commission approved a zoning text amendment to reorganize the Design Development Review Commission into separate historic preservation and urban design review commissions, aligning review bodies with the adopted downtown strategic plan.
LAREDO ISD, School Districts, Texas
Library services staff presented a list of titles to comply with Senate Bill 13 parental‑access and approval requirements; staff said the current list applies to Laredo campus collections and more campus lists will be brought forward later.
Town of Lakeville, Plymouth County, Massachusetts
Commissioners discussed plans to analyze a hybrid pricing model (per-head plus hourly/impact fees) for field use after preliminary figures showed user fees recovering far less than estimated maintenance costs.
Wilsonville, Clackamas County, Oregon
At a special Oct. 9 work session, consultant Richard Myers outlined a recruitment plan for Wilsonville’s next city manager, recommending a longer posting period, stakeholder interviews, background checks before finalist selection and one-on-one council interviews to shape the candidate profile.
Town of Lakeville, Plymouth County, Massachusetts
Commissioners asked that the Clear Pond Park director job posting be clarified to cap the seasonal term at 10 weeks, add duties for database/Excel maintenance, require attendance at monthly Parks Commission meetings, and consider hiring a 10-hour assistant director.
East Consolidated Zoning Board, Johnson County, Kansas
The board approved a real‑estate sale contract for 600 New Century Parkway and 561 Sumner Way to Sky Partners 2 LLC for $5 million; county staff and brokers said market conditions and deferred maintenance explain the price difference from prior assessed values.
Columbia City, Richland County, South Carolina
The planning commission approved a zoning text amendment to clarify how townhomes, duplexes and multifamily buildings are defined and regulated under the Unified Development Ordinance.
East Consolidated Zoning Board, Johnson County, Kansas
The board adopted Resolution No. 124‑25 on Oct. 9 to issue taxable industrial revenue bonds up to $25.3 million and grant a 10‑year ad valorem abatement using a payment‑in‑lieu‑of‑taxes set at $0.30 per square foot escalating 1.5% annually; the vote was 7‑0. Public comment raised concerns about employee commitments and scale of tax incentives.
Town of Lakeville, Plymouth County, Massachusetts
The commission approved Assawantah Elementary’s request to use Ted Williams parking for overflow on three dates and authorized an additional weekly boot-camp evening at Ted Williams Camp for instructor Courtney Beadling.
LAREDO ISD, School Districts, Texas
Staff presented possible restroom additions and modest staff restroom options at Farias Elementary after campus leaders reported heavy use in special‑education units; trustees asked for a districtwide assessment and a capital‑projects prioritization plan before committing funds.
Natrona, Wyoming
Natrona County parks staff say a new drop inlet and 12-inch RCP tie-in are planned to drain a flat area of the Casper Mountain Trail Center lot; contractors have been asked for estimates and one said work could begin by the end of October, weather and funding permitting.
Town of Lakeville, Plymouth County, Massachusetts
The commission approved a two-day shoot by Black Dog Productions at Ted Williams Camp after the filmmaker agreed to provide a certificate of insurance and coordinate signage, closures and water access.
Portland SD 1J, School Districts, Oregon
At a Oct. 9 meeting of the Portland Public Schools Board of Education's Teaching, Learning and Enrollment Committee, district special‑education leaders described persistent staffing shortages and funding shortfalls and outlined steps already taken to raise substitute paraeducator fill rates and standardize special‑education practice.
Kingsburg, Fresno City, Fresno County, California
City staff proposed adopting objective design standards for multifamily developments — and some ADUs — to meet state requirements, reduce subjective review, and give applicants clearer expectations. Staff said drafts and consultants�resources will be returned to the commission for consideration in January.
East Consolidated Zoning Board, Johnson County, Kansas
The Board of County Commissioners on Oct. 9 authorized the 2026 County Assistance Road Systems (CARS) program for up to $18,781,000 and the 2026 Stormwater Management Program (SMP) for up to $25,013,842. City public‑works directors told commissioners the programs are essential for maintaining regional roads and flood mitigation.
LAREDO ISD, School Districts, Texas
Laredo ISD staff presented proposed Career and Technical Education changes to the business and support services committee on Oct. 9, asking the board to approve a TEA‑designated clinical ethics elective and describing plans to expand an existing general employability course into a summer camp for broader student participation.
Boulder, Boulder County, Colorado
City staff told the Environmental Advisory Board that a remote‑sensing assessment shows portions of Boulder Valley trending toward degraded condition, and previewed a community challenge to accelerate water‑wise, fire‑resilient landscapes; a public commenter urged policy changes to protect irrigation ditches that supply local agriculture.
Boone County, School Boards, Kentucky
During the public-comment period, Charlie Bufano of the Boone County Classified Employees Association said no one had followed up on concerns he raised last month; resident Nathan Taylor asked the board to consider more military recruitment and career-pathway opportunities and offered to provide contacts.
Events, Florida
Jessica Garland, Martin County coastal program manager, described how the county manages 21 miles of Atlantic shoreline, the scheduled 4‑Mile Beach renourishment, monitoring and biological work, recent seawall performance at Bathtub Beach, artificial‑reef programs (including a planned 200‑foot ship sinking), and living shoreline projects.
Ocean Shores, Grays Harbor County, Washington
The Ocean Shores Library Foundation said it is pursuing grant opportunities and is running a $2-per-ticket raffle to raise funds; no grant awards were finalized.
Columbia City, Richland County, South Carolina
The Columbia Planning Commission voted to defer a preliminary plat for the 243‑lot Caseta Pines subdivision on Patterson Road, citing the need for more community outreach and clarity on SCDOT traffic mitigations tied to the nearby elementary school.
Encinitas, San Diego County, California
City staff updated the Encinitas Environmental Commission on several work-plan items, including a Nov. 4 joint hearing on the draft native plant ordinance with UFAC and a pause on a food-service plastic ordinance recommendation pending cost-toolkit results.
Town of Lakeville, Plymouth County, Massachusetts
The Lakeville Parks Commission voted to set the per-person park fee for the 25th annual TriFest at $8 and discussed Lupin Lodge’s request for compensation for lost bookings.
West Fargo, Cass County, North Dakota
Library staff told the board that digital circulation hit an all-time high in September, the library completed a main-floor carpet replacement and staff reported higher meeting-room use and a string of outreach and youth programs.
Ocean Shores, Grays Harbor County, Washington
Trustees requested a volunteer to attend monthly Friends of the Library meetings and report back; one trustee volunteered. The Friends reported ongoing activities including volunteer appreciation and 21 recognized volunteers.
Shelton City, Fairfield, Connecticut
A resident asked the mayor to sign on to a 287(g) agreement so Shelton police could assist ICE, and said he was told Department of Homeland Security would pay police salaries for agencies that sign on.
Events, Florida
Fair organizers told commissioners they need a one‑year lease extension to hold the 2026 Martin County Fair in Stuart while they prepare a move to Western Martin County (Indiantown) for 2027; the model‑railroad group that uses fair buildings is participating in the request.
Boone County, School Boards, Kentucky
The Boone County Board of Education approved consent agenda items a through w and heard a treasurer's report showing an ending cash balance of $41,263,861 after a net decrease of $10,416,362 for the month.
Encinitas, San Diego County, California
A public commenter urged the Environmental Commission to consider extending disclosure protections from Assembly Bill 455—which requires sellers of single-family homes to disclose past smoking or vaping exposure—to renters and multiunit housing in Encinitas.
Ocean Shores, Grays Harbor County, Washington
Board members agreed to begin presenting to City Council six times a year (Feb, Apr, Jun, Aug, Oct, Dec) instead of at the November Armistice/Remembrance meeting; one trustee said they are unavailable for the rescheduled date.
Encinitas, San Diego County, California
The Encinitas Environmental Commission voted to delay recommending the city’s proposed mature tree ordinance and asked staff to schedule a special joint meeting with the Urban Forest Advisory Committee to reconcile differences between the staff draft and UFAC recommendations.
Dorchester County, South Carolina
Dorchester County adopted ZTA2509 to permit veterinary clinics (excluding kennels/boarding) in neighborhood commercial and similar lower‑intensity districts; staff said parking will default to the ITE manual if needed.
Hooper City Council, Hooper , Weber County, Utah
Hooper City Planning Commission discussed whether to permit flag lots through a new ordinance, heard safety and utility concerns from commissioners and staff, and asked for a work meeting with public works and fire district input before deciding whether to draft ordinance language.
Events, Florida
At a recent Martin County Board of County Commissioners meeting, the sheriff requested an additional housing pod at the Holt Correctional Facility aimed at addressing inmates’ mental‑health needs; the discussion was described as in‑depth but no formal action or vote was recorded in the provided transcript.
Boone County, School Boards, Kentucky
The Boone County Board of Education held a first reading of Board Policy 8.135 on moral instruction, saying the draft is intended to ensure compliance with KRS 158.200 and asking staff for building-level procedures and scheduling details ahead of a second reading.
Stephenson County, Illinois
Animal-control staff reported dozens of recent intakes, transfers and adoptions; the county board approved the animal-control budget as presented and discussed a possible $40,000 supplemental request tied to a GoFundMe and building maintenance costs.
Shelton City, Fairfield, Connecticut
A Shelton resident told aldermen the road at Riverview Park remains unpaved and said he has submitted petitions from neighbors asking that the town pave it.
Stephenson County, Illinois
After a heated discussion about public-safety communications and equipment spending, the Stephenson County Board approved the highway budget that maintains $70,000 toward a planned communications tower and preserves a $100,000 construction equipment line while removing a $45,000 truck purchase.
Ocean Shores, Grays Harbor County, Washington
The Ocean Shores Library Advisory Board approved a revised draft of its bylaws and agreed to forward it to the mayor for council consideration.
West Fargo, Cass County, North Dakota
The West Fargo Library Board approved its final fiscal 2026 budget after reallocating a portion of furniture and equipment funds to e-resources and print books; directors and trustees discussed vendor changes after Baker & Taylor’s closure and potential service impacts.
Brentwood Town, Rockingham County, New Hampshire
Trustees and volunteers coordinated access and timing for a bronze marker installation; installer requires vehicle access within about 35 feet and dry boulder conditions for adhesive to set, so work will be scheduled with short notice around a narrow weather window.
Ocean Shores, Grays Harbor County, Washington
Library staff reported a successful card-signup campaign (34 new cards), an upcoming banned-books display and multiple fall programs, and recapped an author fair that drew roughly 150 visitors and 31 authors.
Petoskey City, Emmet County, Michigan
The council unanimously reappointed Richard Meridian to a three‑year term on the Planning Commission; Meridian has lived in Petoskey for 23 years and this is his second term.
Hooper City Council, Hooper , Weber County, Utah
Hooper City Planning Commission discussed a proposed 23‑lot subdivision that would extend a road into 5900 West, raised questions about frontage for an existing home (Lot 1), a stub road providing future access to an adjacent property, irrigation notifications, and whether UDOT spacing rules require a city exception.
Beauregard Parish, School Boards, Louisiana
Student representative Isabelle Palermo summarized September activities across Beauregard Parish schools, including grandparents' day attendance, athletic records, band championships, extracurricular competitions and a 50‑laptop donation to the district.
Shelton City, Fairfield, Connecticut
The Board presented an official proclamation recognizing the city flag and gave a copy to volunteer Joe Sakone for his work organizing the effort.
Dorchester County, South Carolina
The Dorchester County Planning Commission deferred preliminary plan approval for the Branton Assemblage, a 93‑lot subdivision on Highway 17A, after questions about a required second access via Palmer Road; the commission approved the project’s proposed street names separately.
Town of Danvers, Essex County, Massachusetts
Paul McNulty introduced himself to the Conservation Commission on Oct. 9 as a prospective new member with local and lake-protection experience; his appointment to the commission is expected to be considered by the Board of Selectmen at their Oct. 21 meeting.
Shelton City, Fairfield, Connecticut
The Board reappointed five residents (and appointed two others) to the Board of Assessment Appeals to prepare for the upcoming reevaluation appeal season.
Brentwood Town, Rockingham County, New Hampshire
Trustees discussed installing columbariums to add urn capacity and a digital mapping/QR-code program tied to Find A Grave and local historical groups to improve public access to cemetery records; Joyce said the town could use restricted perpetual-care funds for columbarium purchases.
Beauregard Parish, School Boards, Louisiana
The Beauregard Parish School Board approved budget revision number 2, the final revision for fiscal year 2025, during its October meeting after a brief motion and voice vote.
Petoskey City, Emmet County, Michigan
City Manager Shane Horn updated council on Howard Street construction timing, a Pennsylvania Park open house and survey, a fall leaf pickup schedule beginning Oct. 28, and a Maple Block occupancy timeline; Horn encouraged public feedback on the zoning rewrite and park master plan.
Brentwood Town, Rockingham County, New Hampshire
The trustees submitted a department request of $14,038 (2.2% increase year over year), discussed maintenance needs including water-line winterization, corner markers and care for the Poor Farm Cemetery, and noted the town budget review meeting is Oct. 14.
Dorchester County, South Carolina
The Dorchester County Planning Commission voted to rezone roughly 11 acres on Charleston Highway from agricultural/residential to commercial light industrial to allow ground freight transport and transport-container storage; staff recommended approval with standard development-review conditions.
Town of Danvers, Essex County, Massachusetts
Commissioners debated whether votes require unanimity when only three of five commissioners are present after staff reported counsel's advice that three-member meetings need unanimous approval; staff will ask town counsel for clarification and report back.
Dorchester County, South Carolina
The Dorchester County Planning Commission voted to defer a rezoning request by property owner Pearly C. Shider for a 1.4-acre parcel at 64012 Badham Drive after the applicant asked to return with an amended application.
Shelton City, Fairfield, Connecticut
The Board approved a $720 reimbursement to a resident for sidewalk repair at 76 Howe Ave under the city’s sidewalk reimbursement ordinance.
Brentwood Town, Rockingham County, New Hampshire
The Cemetery Trustees voted to approve updated duties for the cemetery superintendent and a separate bookkeeper/clerk document (including a provision that a bookkeeper may be paid by stipend with trustees' approval); both documents were finalized and will be posted to the town website.
Beauregard Parish, School Boards, Louisiana
The board approved finance committee recommendations to allocate remaining 2023 bond funds: $150,000 for DeRidder High athletic facilities, $125,000 for Pinewood Elementary parking, and $100,000 for Chromebooks and smart boards.
Town of Danvers, Essex County, Massachusetts
The Danvers Conservation Commission unanimously approved a certificate of compliance for tree removal work at 117 and 121 Elliott Street after site inspection confirmed the work followed the approved plan.
Oxnard City, Ventura County, California
City staff reported final River Ridge Golf Club operating expenses of $6,080,919 for fiscal year 2024–25 and requested an appropriation of $280,838 from the golf course operating fund to cover overruns driven by bridge and irrigation replacements and other unplanned costs.
Petoskey City, Emmet County, Michigan
Council conducted a first reading of amendments to Articles 12 and 20 of the zoning ordinance to clarify variance procedures and extend the standard variance validity period to 18 months; city attorney and zoning staff prepared the latest language and staff said no further planning commission review was necessary for this iteration.
Beauregard Parish, School Boards, Louisiana
The Beauregard Parish School Board approved a resolution authorizing the superintendent to sign documents to request a $100,000 state grant under Act 461 of the 2025 legislative session for pavement work at DeRidder Elementary School.
Town of Danvers, Essex County, Massachusetts
The Danvers Conservation Commission granted a waiver to allow a short sewer connection within the 50-foot no-build zone and issued a negative determination of applicability for Old Neighborhood Foods’ proposed on-site wastewater treatment building at 18 Electronics Ave.
Brentwood Town, Rockingham County, New Hampshire
Trustees reported about 80 plots remain at Tonnery Cemetery and said they voted to recommend the town accept a donation of land from Bruce Stevens for future cemetery use; trustees and the superintendent discussed limits on using conservation land and interest in nonland burial options.
Shelton City, Fairfield, Connecticut
Aldermen added purchase and installation of Volta Inclusive Spinners at Riverview Park and East Village Park to the capital improvement plan with $25,416 from LOSIT funds.
Cheatham County, Tennessee
Cheatham County does not currently have local approval authority over new landfills under a 1989 state law; the county attorney offered to draft local legislation to opt into that law so the county commission would gain approval authority for future landfill proposals.
Washoe County, Nevada
Committee legal counsel announced she will step away from serving this board and that Chaz Lehman from her office will begin serving as the committee’s legal counsel starting at the November meeting.
Lake County, Colorado
County finance staff told the Lake County Board of County Commissioners they are repairing 2021–2024 accounting gaps, implementing the Tyler ERP for positional budgeting and payroll, reducing outside consulting and moving to monthly commercial closes to speed reporting and reimbursements.
Walnut Creek City, Contra Costa County, California
The Walnut Creek Planning Commission on Oct. 9 voted 7-0 to recommend that the City Council adopt an ordinance amending Title 10, Chapter 2 of the municipal code to increase flexibility for residential care facilities, align parking standards, and make minor code cleanups, including updates to accessory dwelling unit rules to match state law.
Petoskey City, Emmet County, Michigan
Council set an Oct. 20 public hearing on the Downtown Management Board’s 2026 programs and services funded by a special assessment after hearing from downtown director Amy Tweeden about a shrinking fund‑balance and a proposal to shift some beautification expenses to the parking fund.
Cheatham County, Tennessee
At its Oct. 9 meeting the budget committee approved a set of internal transfers including $40,188.43 for jail furnishings, $110,000 for a Kubota tractor with attachments, $8,600 from opioid settlement funds to Hussle Recovery Inc. for Narcan distribution, and $14,350 for travel to National Police Week.
Little Compton, Newport County, Rhode Island
Residents and volunteers presented two homestead exemption models — a $100,000 flat deduction from assessed value and an income‑based tax credit — as ways to ease tax burdens on year‑round Little Compton residents; the council created an ad hoc advisory committee to recommend an approach.
Keizer, Marion County, Oregon
Keizer volunteers and the committee discussed producing a short instructional video (potentially using McNary High students) to simplify the application process and agreed to revise the committee’s nomination/voting language so members can vote for multiple candidates on a single ballot when term lengths match; a small subcommittee will draft a sc
North Smithfield, Providence County, Rhode Island
Members and planning staff discussed the town charter review outreach, public education on planning and zoning, inter-board coordination, and staffing implications of unified development review during the Oct. 9 meeting.
Cheatham County, Tennessee
The budget committee recommended awarding the Veterans Services Office (VSO) expansion and Sycamore Square renovations to MDI, using county and Sycamore Square reserves to cover the $571,007 project total, avoiding new borrowing; the low bidder was disqualified for missing documentation.
Department of Government Records DGO, Division of Archives and Record Services, Utah Department of Government Operations, Offices, Departments, and Divisions, Organizations, Utah Executive Branch, Utah
A State Records Committee hearing on Jan. 24, 2024, considered an appeal by Michael Claro seeking access to names on packets of unreviewed signatures tied to Spencer Cox’s 2024 nominating petitions; the hearing officer took the matter under advisement and will issue a written decision within seven business days.
Johnson County, School Districts, Tennessee
Facilities staff briefed the Johnson County School Board on multiple construction projects. The meat processing facility is delayed and may not be usable until December or January; the armory classrooms and high‑school projects have staggered completion targets into early next year; Roan Creek windows were expected to be delivered the week of Oct.
Keizer, Marion County, Oregon
The committee unanimously recommended reappointments of Tanya Hamilton, Mike Pallone and Gwen Carr to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board for terms through Dec. 2028 and discussed priorities including Country Glen, Bob Newton and Claggett Creek parks.
Petoskey City, Emmet County, Michigan
City officials agreed to hold a public work session to review a 300‑page basis of design by Baird for the Wheelway restoration; project has an $800,000 grant, a $200,000 local match and early cost estimates that include a $13 million stone purchase and significant transport costs.
Stevensville, Ravalli County, Montana
Airport staff told the Stevensville council that FAA grant paperwork delays and scheduling issues may force the airport to defer asphalt maintenance until 2026, though fuel farm and tank projects are progressing and the contractor agreed to hold pricing.
Timberlane Regional School District, School Districts, New Hampshire
The budget committee reviewed an athletics request of $475,271 and a music budget of $118,596. Athletics officials reported 693 currently registered athletes and a need for equipment and event expenses; music staff outlined plans to improve access to instruments and update percussion equipment.
Keizer, Marion County, Oregon
The committee unanimously advanced Talia Masachar to Keizer City Council for appointment as the youth liaison to the Planning Commission after hearing her interest in planning and community service.
Cheektowaga, Erie County, New York
The Cheektowaga Planning Board recommended approval of a proposal to combine three lots and build a roughly 50,000–53,000 square foot commercial truck service and tire storage facility for Valley Tire at 3419 Broadway after staff and applicant discussion of parking, lighting and fire suppression.
Stevensville, Ravalli County, Montana
Public comments read into the record accused Mayor Michaelson of repeating what the commentator called false statements about an election opponent and asked the council to retract the remarks from the Sept. 25 minutes; the council recorded the comment as noted but took no formal corrective action during the meeting.
Washoe County, Nevada
The committee approved a tentative map (WTPM25-0010) to convert 250 Village Boulevard in Incline Village into three airspace condominium units (one commercial and two residential) with a large common area; final map requires Tahoe Regional Planning Agency (TRPA) approval and compliance with a previously issued special use permit.
Shelton City, Fairfield, Connecticut
Aldermen approved $7,495 to buy ten R-22 refrigerant canisters for school HVAC units, funded from aldermanic bonding pursuant to the city charter.
Cheatham County, Tennessee
The county budget committee recommended a $3.78 million Ed Debt note for school HVAC upgrades and discussed $350,000 in design fees for a new maintenance and technology building.
Keizer, Marion County, Oregon
The Keizer Volunteer Coordinating Committee voted to forward Michael Welsh and Hurst Sangster to Keizer City Council to fill two openings on the Traffic Safety, Bikeways and Pedestrian Committee; members discussed River Road hazards and funding limits during candidate interviews.
Johnson County, School Districts, Tennessee
The Johnson County School Board approved a maintenance contract with Kilson to service 13 custodial machines twice yearly to reduce repair costs; board members authorized the contract by roll call vote.
Timberlane Regional School District, School Districts, New Hampshire
Timberlane Regional High School officials told the budget committee that career‑technical education (CTE) enrollment and associated transportation are the primary drivers of the school’s FY27 budget request; CTE seats and transportation reimbursements are regionally governed.
Stevensville, Ravalli County, Montana
The Stevensville Town Council voted to table a proposal for a community garden at Dickerson Park until the first council meeting in February after councilors and residents raised concerns about water access, parking, security and site access.
Pleasant Grove, Utah County, Utah
The Pleasant Grove Planning Commission approved a two-lot subdivision (North Grove Retail Plat C) and recommended approval of two commercial site plans — a multi-tenant retail building and a Freddy’s restaurant with drive-through — conditioned on meeting final engineering, landscaping and parking-study requirements.
Environment, House of Representatives, Committees, Legislative, Connecticut
A newly formed legislative working group tasked with recommending riparian buffer policy agreed to concentrate initially on protecting rivers and streams and to compile state and municipal resources before proposing minimum statewide standards.
Cheatham County, Tennessee
Applicant Adam Proppitt asked to rezone 7.8 acres at 3026 Pettway Road from agricultural to R‑1; planning commission recommended approval 5‑1; several nearby residents spoke against the change citing septic/percolation, creek and loss of agricultural character.
North Smithfield, Providence County, Rhode Island
The North Smithfield Planning Board approved Tractor Supply Company’s unified development application for 934 Victory Highway, granting two zoning variances and final land-development approval with conditions including revised exterior elevations, downlit signage and evergreen plantings on a rear berm.
Pasco County, Florida
FDOT staff told the MPO it is studying and building truck parking sites and has purchased land near County Line Road and I‑4 for a truck parking facility; Pasco officials asked DOT to consult the county before converting major industrial parcels into truck parking.
Little Compton, Newport County, Rhode Island
The council voted to consolidate the town’s director of social services with the director of senior services into a single director of senior‑social services, to be filled by Pamela Coward under a solicitor‑reviewed contract with a three‑month review; the council also authorized a senior activity coordinator position of up to 10 hours per week.
Goshen, Orange County, New York
The Town Board declared lead agency, adopted a negative declaration under SEQR for a proposed local law that would prohibit land application of biosolids within Goshen, and scheduled a public hearing for Nov. 13.
East Consolidated Zoning Board, Johnson County, Kansas
County staff warned that damaged lithium batteries can cause fires and said residents may drop off batteries free by appointment at the Johnson County Household Hazardous Waste Facility, Olathe collection sites, participating home improvement stores or via recyclespot.org.
Shelton City, Fairfield, Connecticut
The Board approved a finance director recommendation to waive bidding for two used 2022 Honda Pilot administrative vehicles; board discussion clarified these are administrative units, not marked response cars.
Kaysville, Davis County, Utah
Planning staff briefed the Caswell City Planning Commission on conference attendance, a small-area plan open house and survey (comments open through Nov. 2), work on the water-conservation element of the general plan, and an open commissioner seat following Miss Ellis's departure.
Timberlane Regional School District, School Districts, New Hampshire
The Timberlane Regional Middle School presented a FY27 budget proposal that includes funding for grade‑level field trips, graduation expenses, a proposed in‑school support (ISS) position to help students at risk of suspension and a seed item for additional storage.
Washoe County, Nevada
The committee approved WTPM25-0004 to split a 19.56‑acre Rhodes Road parcel into three lots; Northern Nevada Public Health accepted submittals demonstrating adequate well and septic setbacks and staff placed a condition requiring water rights compliance.
Lake County, Colorado
At a special meeting, the Lake County Board of County Commissioners voted to award $240,000 in grant-funded sustainability work to local firm C4 instead of staff-recommended ICF Incorporated LLC after commissioners debated local economic benefit, implementation experience and fairness of the RFP process.
Pleasant Grove, Utah County, Utah
Pleasant Grove planning commissioners approved a conditional use permit narrowing allowed activities to small-animal kennels, boarding and breeding for Heatseeker Reptiles, permitting on-site housing, breeding and online fulfillment but not public retail at 391 West 700 South.
Pasco County, Florida
Pasco MPO staff described ongoing work with consultants and FHWA on governance-options for a potential regional MPO merger, said peer jurisdictions have been consulted, and invited elected officials to a principals workshop on Nov. 14 and an elected-official visit to Orlando on Oct. 27.
Town of Acton, Middlesex County, Massachusetts
Student environmental group Resource Force requested the district publish an annual sustainability progress report; the teachers�union president urged sensitivity to staff impact from AB Forward cuts; superintendent reported recent racist and anti-Semitic graffiti incidents under investigation.
Cheektowaga, Erie County, New York
AT&T’s plan for a 155‑foot camouflaged monopine tower at 940 Lawson was tabled by the Planning Board after the applicant confirmed additional environmental and RF documentation would be provided and the project is scheduled for the town Environment Advisory Committee review.
Lake County, Colorado
A staff member reporting for Lake County's tourism panel outlined a strategy of targeted marketing, visitor and business sentiment surveys, data partnerships and monthly winter events aimed at increasing off‑peak lodging demand and supporting local small businesses.
Kaysville, Davis County, Utah
The Caswell City Planning Commission voted to continue a rezone request to its Nov. 13 meeting; staff later confirmed the Symphony Homes rezone will return to the Nov. 13 docket.
Pasco County, Florida
Pasco County Engineer Nick Uren told the MPO the Suncoast Trail overpass at State Road 52 completed design and construction was awarded; the contractor delayed full mobilization to Jan. 1, 2026 to avoid holiday impacts, but bid prices and contract amounts are executed and unchanged.
Cheatham County, Tennessee
Public commenters urged commissioners to reject a proposed Rustic Hills development, citing traffic, schools and environment; county attorney clarified the county maintains only the initial segment of Rustic Hills and the remainder is private road not offered to the county.
Johnson County, School Districts, Tennessee
The Johnson County School Board approved purchase of cosmetology equipment—piggybacking on the University of Tennessee contract—for a cosmetology program to be located at the armory, funded through the Innovative Schools Model grant and sized for about 15 student stations.
Lake County, Colorado
County staff presented a package of short- and long-term operations goals, including preserving training funding, implementing an asset-management plan, onboarding and calendaring tools, and steps to reduce reliance on outside IT contractors.
Shelton City, Fairfield, Connecticut
Corporation counsel told the Shelton Board of Aldermen that a court denied an appeal by a cannabis business after Planning and Zoning’s denial was found not to be arbitrary or capricious.
Kaysville, Davis County, Utah
The Caswell City Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit for Rhino Landscape and Design, allowing the owner to operate a contractor-based landscaping business from his home at 1061 South Suncrest Lane under conditions listed in the staff report and city code.
Stephenson County, Illinois
Zoning officials told the finance committee they need a budget line to pay an outside building inspector for initial inspections tied to an updated building-code enforcement program; committee approved $6,000 for the line.
Glendale, Los Angeles County, California
The Glendale Design Review Board provided advisory support for a proposed four‑story, ~19,600‑square‑foot medical office at 201 West Glen Oaks Boulevard and recommended the project team obtain structural‑engineering assurance, refine glazing and public‑art plans, and pursue parking arrangements for staff and visitors before final review.
Washington County, Maryland
Washington County Transit briefed MDOT and county leaders on a five‑year transit development plan, new passenger information technology and a $2.8 million USDOT BUILD design and engineering grant for facility expansion; the agency asked for continued state support during design and for construction funding help.
Little Compton, Newport County, Rhode Island
The Little Compton Town Council opened a public hearing on a planning board draft short‑term rental ordinance, heard more than a dozen residents’ comments about registration, inspections, septic and neighborhood impacts, and declined to adopt the draft or send it immediately back to the planning board, taking no action at the meeting.
Pasco County, Florida
Following discussion of FDOT's SIS unfunded-needs presentation, the MPO board voted to have staff draft a letter to FDOT, USDOT and elected delegation asking them to review the Davis‑Bacon Act's cost and paperwork impacts and explore potential savings.
Cheektowaga, Erie County, New York
The Cheektowaga Planning Board recommended approval of a proposal to add a 535‑square‑foot, double‑lane drive‑through coffee stand in an existing Union Road plaza after hearing traffic and design clarifications from the applicant and the plaza owner.
Stephenson County, Illinois
Stephenson County finance staff presented levy scenarios (0–5 percent), cash carryforward plans and a pending nursing-center audit that could affect state and federal funding; committee members discussed reserves and possible multiyear tax advances.
Timberlane Regional School District, School Districts, New Hampshire
District staff told the budget committee they will present initial fiscal impacts of moving to full‑day kindergarten at the October 16 school board meeting; final adequacy calculations with the New Hampshire Department of Education are still pending.
Glendale, Los Angeles County, California
The Glendale Design Review Board voted 3‑0 Thursday to approve plans to demolish a red‑tagged house at 2309 Hermosita Drive and construct a new 2,729‑square‑foot single‑story mid‑century‑modern residence, with a condition to reduce attic vents and a requirement that the 1‑foot strip where two roof pitches meet be finished in stucco.
Washoe County, Nevada
The Washoe County Parcel Map Review Committee approved a tentative parcel map to divide roughly 9.5 acres northwest of Stead into three parcels; staff recommended conditions including installation of dry line sanitary sewer laterals and setbacks will be measured from an existing access easement.
Lake County, Colorado
At a Lake County Board of County Commissioners work session, county legal staff outlined a need for a paralegal and formal records-retention management to meet frequent public-records deadlines and support contract and records review work; officials said funding exists in the general fund and the position is budgeted next year.
Stephenson County, Illinois
Stephenson County benefits adviser presented property/casualty and health insurance renewals and recommended implementing a voluntary pharmacogenomics service (RxMapper) to reduce high-cost drug claims; the committee discussed but could not act.
Newark, Alameda County, California
The Newark City Council approved a fourth amendment to the city’s on‑call planning services agreement with Good City Company, increasing the contract by $265,000 through the end of the fiscal year to assist with housing‑element tasks, permit and design review, and staffing capacity.
Goshen, Orange County, New York
The Town Board approved a resolution imposing a one-time 10% penalty in November on outstanding water and sewer balances over $500; the board instructed outreach to customers and clarified municipal code citations for the charge.
Pasco County, Florida
FDOT District staff reviewed the Strategic Intermodal System (SIS) 2050 multimodal unfunded needs plan, which catalogs unconstrained transportation needs; Pasco officials asked how local corridors and potential reliever routes can be considered for the SIS network and were told unfunded needs will return for local review in several months.
Johnson County, School Districts, Tennessee
Board members reported steps to upgrade cameras district‑wide with a COPS grant and described the recently purchased HIPARA classroom monitoring and filtering system that lets teachers view student activity on district Chromebooks and triggers alerts for questionable searches.
Stephenson County, Illinois
Local nonprofit and service providers told the Stephenson County Finance Committee on Oct. 10 that 2-1-1, peer supports and nonprofit programs are filling urgent gaps in mental-health care and asked the committee to continue funding.
Newark, Alameda County, California
Washington Township Health Care District presented its latest community health needs assessment to the Newark City Council, telling the city that Newark shows worrisome trends on infant mortality, diabetes, heart disease and severe‑illness emergency visits and asking for local partnerships to address the gaps.
Washington County, Maryland
Airport officials told MDOT and county leaders that a bus‑to‑airline interline model (Landline) could boost passenger capture for BWI and other hubs, and outlined plans for terminal expansion, a replacement control tower and a fuel‑farm move to support growing employers at the airport.
Pasco County, Florida
The Citizens Advisory Council reported an analysis finding 54 of 56 commercial driveways on a portion of US 19 south of the county line are nonconforming; the committee requested FDOT/MPO review of speed limits and crash data and raised enforcement concerns about e‑bikes and off‑road motorcycles.
Berrien County, Michigan
A resident reported receiving a county letter saying a prescribed medication would no longer be covered by the county's self-funded health plan; the board said no action has been taken and that the issue will be discussed during the upcoming budget process.
2025 House Legislature MI, Michigan
The House announced a House oversight subcommittee hearing on the child welfare system for Oct. 14, 2025, at 10:30 a.m. in Room 308 of the House Office Building, then adjourned because a quorum was not present and no business was conducted.
ALBANY CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
The Board approved the routine consent agenda with several items set aside for discussion; members requested clearer budget-transfer documentation and improved contract submittal completeness.
Pasco County, Florida
The Pasco County MPO unanimously approved an FDOT-requested amendment to add $135,149 in design and $1,420,936 in construction funding to widen and resurface the I‑75 southbound off‑ramp to provide dual left turn lanes to eastbound County Road 54.
Town of Acton, Middlesex County, Massachusetts
The AB Forward steering committee reviewed nine district reorganization scenarios and asked for community feedback and additional research; consultants will synthesize public input and Hanover Research will issue a complementary literature review for the committee's Nov. 18 meeting.
Johnson County, School Districts, Tennessee
The Johnson County School Board voted to accept a petition from the Johnson County Education Association, which delivered 114 educator signatures requesting initiation of collaborative conferencing (PECA). The board will form a special-question committee and must name representatives by Dec. 1, with a confidential poll to follow before Jan. 1.
Berrien County, Michigan
BCAT members and county staff said MDOT plans to halt funding that flows directly to Takata in roughly a year and urged local units to convene quickly to secure regional transit plans and alternative funding.
ALBANY CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
A representative of the district's Special Education Parent Advisory Council outlined outreach, supports and plans to present information to the board on students served by individualized education programs.
Timberlane Regional School District, School Districts, New Hampshire
The budget committee was told multiple district employee benefit plans will see rate increases in 2026 and that the district’s risk pool, HealthTrust, has reaffirmed a non‑assessable bylaw, reducing the chance of surprise midyear assessments.
Pasco County, Florida
A New Port Richey resident told the Pasco County MPO board she opposes a feasibility study to open Osteen Road between Massachusetts and Orchard Lake Road, saying it would dump traffic into her neighborhood and repeat a 2003 'no build' outcome.
ALBANY CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
Board recognized a state sportsmanship award for Albany High athletics, celebrated a National Merit semifinalist and promoted the Cash for Coats campaign; stop-arm camera fines were also announced.
Portland, Multnomah County, Oregon
City planning staff presented a discussion draft with four policy alternatives for the Critical Energy Infrastructure (CEI) Hub on Oct. 9, asking for public comment through Oct. 17. Options range from limiting transloading to a regulatory drawdown of storage capacity (17% by 2035); no vote was taken—the item was informational.
Berrien County, Michigan
A county staffer outlined major provisions in the recently passed state budget, including a gas-tax swap directing pump taxes to roads, a new local roads fund, onetime public-safety dollars to counties, larger cuts to some state programs and a pending court challenge to a wholesale marijuana tax.
Goshen, Orange County, New York
The board discussed an Orange County Soil & Water request to waive town permit fees for a Walk Hill flood-mitigation rock‑ledge removal project, expressed concerns about blasting and downstream effects, tabled the waiver motion, and authorized the town attorney to request a county presentation.
Berrien County, Michigan
Berrien County's GIS director reported a newly deployed ArcGIS enterprise system, thousands of new address points added to 911 dispatch, fully staffed GIS team and a return of land reconfiguration work to the county.
ALBANY CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
District leaders described a partnership with GE Aerospace and University at Albany to create engineering pathways and exploratory programming for middle and high school students.
St. Mary Parish, School Boards, Louisiana
The Saint Mary Parish School Board entered executive session Oct. 9 under La. Rev. Stat. 42:17(A)(2) to discuss prospective litigation over sixteenth-section land leased by Morgan City Stivadors LLC and Lee Babin and later accepted counsel's recommendation in open session.
Baltimore County, Maryland
The Landmarks Preservation Commission approved a 10×14 side addition to the Sardor (Holly Hillside) property at 2101 Valley Mill Road, finding materials, scale and siting compatible with the primary stone dwelling.
Lafayette, Boulder County, Colorado
Lafayette candidates debated housing affordability at a forum, praising the Willoughby Corner project, calling for inclusionary zoning and ADU incentives, and urging partnerships with Boulder County and housing authorities.
Town of Acton, Middlesex County, Massachusetts
Acton-Boxborough presented its annual staffing report, summarizing hires and separations, the introduction of an exit survey and continuing challenges with staff diversity and paraprofessional turnover.
Coconut Creek, Broward County, Florida
City attorney reported the mayor signed closing documents for a Main Street land swap; escrow is set and the scheduled closing date is Oct. 15 with an outside date of Oct. 17.
Wildwood, St. Louis County, Missouri
Wildwood’s Architectural Review Board indicated no concerns about a proposed internally lit module sign for Salthouse Smiles Pediatric Dentistry at 16560 Manchester Road and directed staff to forward a recommendation to the Board of Adjustment for the required variance.
Washington County, Maryland
Maryland Department of Transportation officials presented the draft six‑year Consolidated Transportation Program and described local projects in Washington County, including US‑40 bridge rehabilitation, I‑70 bridge work, sidewalk and pedestrian safety projects, and quick‑build Complete Streets improvements.
ALBANY CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
Human resources presented vacancy levels, demographic trends and recruitment plans that include fingerprinting coupon codes, planned job fairs and a recruiting position.
St. Mary Parish, School Boards, Louisiana
The Saint Mary Parish Special Education Advisory Committee met Sept. 15 for presentations but lacked a quorum; the district has opened a public recruitment to fill two parent vacancies.
SILOAM SPRINGS SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, Arkansas
Siloam Springs technology staff briefed the board on steps to comply with Arkansas Act 846 (cybersecurity framework) and said the district adopted a vendor‑provided Fortinet training program for employees at no cost for three years.
Coconut Creek, Broward County, Florida
Commissioner Bridal reported tensions at a recent Solid Waste Authority meeting over costs and said the city may need to weigh a proposed five‑year contract renewal with Republic against goals for recycling and a regional authority; no formal action was taken.
Timberlane Regional School District, School Districts, New Hampshire
The Timberlane Regional School District budget committee reviewed a proposed FY27 capital improvement program totaling $1,892,200 that emphasizes life‑safety work (sprinklers at Sandown North), a $500,000 high‑school envelope project and continued phased bathroom renovations.
Lafayette, Boulder County, Colorado
Lafayette candidates at the forum largely agreed sustainability need not conflict with small-business needs and suggested grant support, PACE financing and incentives to reduce energy and water use for businesses.
Goshen, Orange County, New York
Town officials reviewed a revised Draft Environmental Impact Statement (DEIS) from IWS and spent the meeting clarifying whether a $1-per-ton community payment or a 10¢-per-ton inspection fee applies, while raising multiple technical concerns about soils, stormwater, leachate and recycling.
Coconut Creek, Broward County, Florida
The commission authorized the city manager to proceed with HVAC replacement at Fire Station 50 after staff said the existing Carrier‑Toshiba joint‑venture system has become unsupported; Master Mechanical will bill actual costs plus 10% for parts.
St. Mary Parish, School Boards, Louisiana
The Saint Mary Parish School Board on Oct. 9 received financial and enrollment updates showing weaker-than-expected sales-tax receipts and a year-over-year decline in student counts.
ALBANY CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
School leaders at Eagle Point described a focus on student discourse, STEM, reduced chronic absenteeism and hands-on science facilities.
Haddonfield School District, School Districts, New Jersey
Staff reported on an executive‑functioning curriculum pilot across grade levels, including a keynote speaker planned for November and classroom practices at the middle school; board members recommended creating parent education materials (one‑pagers, resource lists) to align home practices with school instruction.
Coconut Creek, Broward County, Florida
The commission authorized the use of $28,000 in federal forfeiture funds to purchase Axon-brand drones, a ground robot starter kit and associated training to update SWAT equipment; staff said no general-fund dollars would be used.
Washington County, Maryland
Maryland Department of Transportation officials told Washington County leaders that construction for I‑81 phase 2a is scheduled to start in 2027 and phase 2b in 2028, while county leaders pressed MDOT to accelerate later phases and to address safety and construction‑management concerns.
Baltimore County, Maryland
After finding unpermitted vinyl siding and window replacements, commissioners required wood replacements with simulated divided lights, specific transom and door configurations for 14941 York Road, and approved landscape/hardscape corrections and a partial removal of an incompatible hyphen addition at adjacent 14943 York Road.
ALBANY CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
Two Albany High seniors were introduced as the district's new student representatives and pledged to amplify student voice at board meetings.
Washington County, Oregon
Clean Water Services reported average site‑development and environmental review turnaround of 12–15 business days, described new wet‑weather corrosion control requirements and urged developers to review the draft 1200‑C construction stormwater permit.
Wildwood, St. Louis County, Missouri
The Wildwood Architectural Review Board granted preliminary approval to a Liberty Series plan (Hamilton 2) from McKelvey Homes for lots in the Reserve at Wildwood subdivision, noting materials and supply‑chain questions but no objection to the design as presented.
Washington County, Oregon
County staff described a migration of permit systems to the cloud, plans to expand online permitting and a coordinated effort across jurisdictions to meet new engineering-review timelines in Senate Bill 974, with implementation due July 1, 2026.
Haddonfield School District, School Districts, New Jersey
A board reviewer flagged formatting problems in the district’s Safety Guidelines and Crisis Response Guide and recommended replacing a section title that reads “potential suicide” with clinically precise phrasing such as “suicidal ideation and risk of self‑harm.”
Coconut Creek, Broward County, Florida
On first reading the commission approved ordinance adjustments raising off-duty police detail rates by $10 across regular and holiday schedules, citing a new collective bargaining agreement as the driver.
Rapid City, Pennington County, South Dakota
City planning staff told the Zoning Board of Adjustment Oct. 9 that several alternates’ terms are expiring and the mayor plans to nominate members to the Planning Commission; board member John Herr has stepped down and one vacancy remains.
Grand Rapids City, Kent County, Michigan
The Committee of the Whole confirmed polling locations and inspector pay rates for a November special election.
Baltimore County, Maryland
The Landmarks Preservation Commission approved a one‑story rear addition at 3611 Blackstone Road, Randallstown, after the applicant reduced scale from a previously denied two‑story plan; commissioners asked the owner and architect to resolve roof drainage details before construction.
SILOAM SPRINGS SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, Arkansas
Contractors poured the slab and have raised walls on the intermediate school addition, with roof decking planned next; crews are also replacing roughly 108,000 sq ft of roofing across three campuses after hail damage, switching from PVC to TPO membrane.
Coconut Creek, Broward County, Florida
The Coconut Creek City Commission unanimously approved three resolutions on Oct. 9 ratifying collective bargaining agreements with police officers, sergeants and lieutenants after months of negotiation and member ratification.
Grand Rapids City, Kent County, Michigan
The Community Development Committee approved buying land from DGRI for up to $460,000 to build a new segment of the Grand River’s Edges Trail East linking Leonard Street to Ann Street; the project is part of a larger $55 million ARPA-funded state grant with an expenditure deadline at the end of 2026.
Rapid City, Pennington County, South Dakota
The Rapid City Zoning Board of Adjustment on Oct. 9 approved variances allowing a plat to split properties at 927 and 1001 East Philadelphia Street, reducing minimum lot size and setbacks and increasing lot coverage so two storage buildings can be transferred separately from a church and offices.
Lafayette, Boulder County, Colorado
At the Lafayette forum, candidates emphasized bilingual staff, partnerships with the Latino Chamber and targeted grant-writing and mentorship to make economic resources more accessible for immigrant, minority and family-run businesses.
St. Mary Parish, School Boards, Louisiana
The Saint Mary Parish School Board voted to renew its fully insured commercial group health plan for 2026, approving a 2.4% rate increase after an appeal that reduced the insurer's original 5% renewal; the board was told the change lowers the district budget impact to under $300,000 with no employee premium increase.
Washington County, Oregon
Beaverton staff reported recent housing production, identified a need for roughly 9,900 more units over 20 years, and described a Downtown Beaverton sub‑basin stormwater strategy to ease redevelopment constraints in flood‑prone areas.
Grand Rapids City, Kent County, Michigan
The Grand Rapids City Commission Community Development Committee approved a contract with Brick Plumbing to replace about 200 lead service lines in the city's northwest, funded by the city's water fund; the city says it has replaced more than 8,200 lines to date and has nearly 1,000 under contract.
Bangor City, Penobscot County, Maine
The Bangor City Historic Preservation Commission voted 4–0 on Oct. 9 to approve a certificate of appropriateness allowing the replacement of a deteriorated slate roof at 198 Broadway with a substitute material, after a prolonged hearing that included a successful motion to recuse Commissioner Anne Marie Quinn for an appearance of bias.
Carlisle, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania
Carlisle Borough Council at its Oct. 9 meeting approved a $42,870 server purchase, authorized a manager-executed four‑year 100% renewable electricity contract contingent on review, and awarded a $386,577 downtown traffic-signal upgrade contract pending bonds and insurance.
Baltimore County, Maryland
Commission denied an application to install solar panels on the front roof slopes of a highly visible ranch house in the Glendon Historic District, approving only rear‑facing panels and urging the owner to consider alternatives such as ground‑mounted arrays or emerging solar shingles.
Washington County, Oregon
City of Tualatin staff described approval of an expansion to the Lam Industrial Campus that would add 250,000 square feet across three buildings and was presented as a potential $1 billion regional investment during the forum.
Ocean Shores, Grays Harbor County, Washington
City staff told the Parks Board that cameras proposed for North Bay and the skate park must integrate with the city's IT systems and public-records rules, and that several park facilities need repairs including skate-park bathrooms, Emerson Park water fountain, and basketball-court overlays.
Macomb County, Michigan
The Macomb County Board of Commissioners approved a $40,477.24 budget amendment to buy 30 Avon gas masks for the county's multi-jurisdictional SWAT team, funded by a reallocation within the sheriff’s budget due to staffing vacancies; the old masks will be retained for training.
Ocean Shores, Grays Harbor County, Washington
City staff told the Parks Board the Recreation and Conservation Office grant will open Feb. 11 and applications will be due April 30; the city plans a joint meeting with the board, mayor, project manager, public works and grant staff to select projects and scopes.
Baltimore County, Maryland
The Landmarks Preservation Commission declined to approve the Costa family's revised garage plans in the Corbett Historic District, citing incompatible roof pitch and massing; neighbors and construction professionals urged a steeper pitch to match village precedent.