What happened on Monday, 13 October 2025
Houston, Harris County, Texas
Mary McFadden, chief of the Harris County District Attorney’s Domestic Violence Bureau, told the Super Neighborhood Alliance about the bureau’s staffing, caseloads, protective-order limits and plans to expand community-based advocacy and co-located services.
Sedona, Yavapai County, Arizona
ACTING CHAIR FEENEY: The Sedona Historic Preservation Commission met briefly and discussed several preservation items, including possible landmark nominations and a pending grant application to update the city historic survey.
Russell County, Kentucky
At a meeting of the Russell County Fiscal Court, residents and landowners urged officials to block or restrict large industrial solar developments proposed near Mount Olive and other rural areas, and the court voted to have the county attorney draft an ordinance establishing setbacks for industrial solar projects.
Carson City, Ormsby County, Nevada
Carson City tourism staff reported a mix of strong niche turnout and weaker-than-expected attendance at several September events, citing international visitors, room-night generation at specialized conferences and limits to available data on economic impact.
Cerro Gordo County, Iowa
At its Oct. 13 regular session the Cerro Gordo County Board of Supervisors approved the agenda and minutes, approved claims and payroll (warrant No. 1042025), moved a manure management report to the Iowa DNR, and heard a county engineer update on recent road projects. Claim No. 302983 was pulled for further review.
Nassau County, Florida
The Board of County Commissioners proclaimed October 2025 as Emily Atkins Blood Clot Awareness Month and recognized advocacy group Emily's Promise and the Emily Atkins Family Protection Act.
Chase County, Kansas
At the Oct. 13 Chase County commission meeting the county's Noxious Weed director asked for a salary adjustment; commissioners agreed to consider the request during the routine December/January salary review and took no immediate action.
Legislative Coordinating Council, Joint, Committees, Legislative, Kansas
The Legislative Coordinating Council amended LCC policy 38 to permit Legislative Administrative Services to pay printing and mailing vendors directly for legislators' newsletters and postage; the change is permissive and members discussed vendor W-9s, account limits and approval safeguards before passage.
Sheridan, Sheridan County, Wyoming
On Oct. 13, 2025, the Sheridan City Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of PL-25-31 (Ordinance 2299), a rezoning request by Q Construction LLC to change 1039 Second Avenue East from R-1 (residence) to B-1 (business) to allow multifamily development; the recommendation will be forwarded to City Council.
Ocala, Marion County, Florida
The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a citywide code amendment (COD2053) permitting churches and places of worship in the M-1 light industrial zoning district only on major and minor arterial roadways, subject to supplemental regulations and special exceptions for associated private schools or daycares.
McPherson, School Boards, Kansas
The school board accepted a donation and authorized construction of a javelin runway at McPherson High School after the capital campaign committee reported $1.11 million raised and a specific $93,529 bid for the runway.
Legislative Coordinating Council, Joint, Committees, Legislative, Kansas
After repeated missed deadlines and reported regressions, the Legislative Coordinating Council accepted a steering committee recommendation not to go live with the CALIS modernization this session and instructed the steering committee to return by December with options including a reassessment of the Propellon contract.
Richardson, Dallas County, Texas
At its October meeting the Richardson City Council approved minutes for two earlier meetings, adopted a drainage utility fee ordinance, cast the city's vote for a Texas Municipal League regional director and approved the consent agenda; all recorded motions passed unanimously.
Ocala, Marion County, Florida
The Planning & Zoning Commission approved a future land-use change and rezoning to align a 10.36-acre property at 2500 NW 30 First Ave. with adjacent industrial uses. Staff said utilities are available and recommended approval; a nearby resident raised odor and health concerns during public comment.
Nassau County, Florida
Deputy County Attorney Abigail Jornby presented a proposed lobbyist registration ordinance that would require paid representatives to register online; the board will consider adoption on Oct. 27.
Legislative Coordinating Council, Joint, Committees, Legislative, Kansas
The Legislative Coordinating Council approved revised legislative agency budgets including ARPA carryover for CALIS modernization and a late amendment directing a 10% merit salary increase for legislative agency staff; members raised timing and transparency concerns before passage.
McPherson, School Boards, Kansas
Superintendent Shiloh told the McPherson USD 418 board that declining enrollment and rising special-education costs mean the district should target $1.75 million in recurring savings to keep cash reserves near recommended levels.
Nassau County, Florida
At their Oct. 13 meeting the Nassau County Board of County Commissioners approved a series of contracts and work orders covering road, design, fuel and demolition work; set a December reorganization meeting; and voted to cancel two late‑November/December meetings.
Dodge , School Boards, Kansas
District staff outlined vacancies, recruitment programs and pipelines including a Kansas registered teacher apprenticeship and teacher cadet program; a board member warned the interlocal special‑education arrangement faces budget pressure that may require difficult decisions.
Richardson, Dallas County, Texas
A Richardson resident told the council the proposed traffic flow for the Apollo middle school bond project would move parent and bus egress onto Amherst Avenue in front of homes, raising safety and congestion concerns and questioning why access could not remain on Apollo Road.
York City, York County, Pennsylvania
The commission recommended approval of a variance to allow an apartment combined with commercial use at 476 West Market Street, permitting the property owner to sell to a buyer intending to run a ground‑floor office with a separate upstairs dwelling.
SOUTHAMPTON CO PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
School staff presented a first reading of a proposed clear-backpack policy intended to reduce contraband in schools; the board asked staff to gather family, student and staff feedback and to clarify resource provisions and exemptions before a final vote.
Richland , Benton County, Washington
The City of Richland hearing examined a site plan application for a proposed Best Western hotel (PLND-T2-2024-0007). Staff and the applicant agreed to submit supplemental records by close of business Friday on mitigation, stormwater access, and other conditions; no final decision was made.
Richardson, Dallas County, Texas
The Richardson City Council adopted an ordinance raising the monthly residential drainage utility fee from $5.25 to $6.25 and the commercial rate from 14.7¢ to 17.5¢ per 100 sq. ft.; the increase is projected to add about $750,000 annually for maintenance, studies and capital projects and takes effect with the November billing.
York City, York County, Pennsylvania
The panel voted to not recommend the proposed ordinance amendment that would add a defined 'vape and smoke shop' use to the zoning code; commissioners and staff raised questions about enforcement, the 10% merchandise threshold, proximity rules and potential effects on corner stores.
SOUTHAMPTON CO PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
Board members debated whether to discuss the report from the Board of Supervisors' law firm in public or receive legal advice in closed session; the board voted to receive legal advice in closed session before making public comment and asked for the full report rather than an executive summary.
Dodge , School Boards, Kansas
The USD 443 Board of Education voted unanimously to buy a vehicle for its Bright Beginnings early‑childhood program and to purchase 24 sets of xylophones for elementary music classes. The board also approved increasing sick‑leave payout at retirement for administrative and classified staff from $75 to $125 per day.
Richland , Benton County, Washington
The City of Richland hearing examiner granted a continuance for a preliminary plat application from Hayden Homes to allow continued negotiations with the Kennewick Irrigation District on recommended conditions.
Colleyville, Tarrant County, Texas
The commission approved several routine land‑use items, denied one contested PUD amendment and heard public comment on a range of plats and permits.
SOUTHAMPTON CO PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
The board approved requests from a youth volleyball organization and several local event organizers for use of school facilities, and granted nonprofit fee waivers or discounted rates as requested.
York City, York County, Pennsylvania
The York City Planning Commission recommended approval Thursday of a land-development waiver, several zoning variances and a special-exception allowing conversion of 462–464 West Market Street into a 15‑unit affordable senior housing building, with a condition that the special exception expires on transfer of the property.
Camas School District, School Districts, Washington
District leaders outlined a shared secondary-level theory of action emphasizing ninth-grade on‑track interventions to improve graduation rates; they also reviewed the Open Doors Grad Alliance reengagement program and recent data that placed it in state Tier 3 for improvement.
Leavenworth, School Boards, Kansas
A parent who identified herself as Maylene Shirts told the Leavenworth USD 453 board on Oct. 13 that inconsistent policies and weak responses to bullying had led multiple families to leave the district and urged the board to 'do better.'
Colleyville, Tarrant County, Texas
The Planning and Zoning Commission voted 5–2 to deny a request to amend the Oak Alley PUD so the owners of 7313 Callaway Court could remove a 25-foot landscape easement and install a swimming pool. The decision follows testimony from the applicant and multiple neighbors who said the easement was a negotiated protection for existing homeowners.
SOUTHAMPTON CO PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
The Southampton County School Board received a preliminary September expenditure report from Finance Director Joy Carr and voted to approve the bill list; board members asked follow-up questions about two line items and the FY25 audit timetable.
Kenosha, Kenosha County, Wisconsin
At its Oct. 13 meeting, the Kenosha Licenses & Permits Committee denied multiple new operator applications for material police records or false applications, deferred several cases for more documentation, approved several license transfers and temporary outdoor extensions, and recommended a probationary cabaret license for a downtown venue.
Fulshear, Fort Bend County, Texas
Key formal actions recorded at the Oct. 13 EDC meeting: approval of minutes with an amendment, approval of financials and payables, tabled consideration of TIP Strategies proposal, and adjournment. Exact roll-call vote counts were not provided in the transcript; all recorded actions were taken by voice vote.
Leavenworth, School Boards, Kansas
At its Oct. 13 meeting the Leavenworth USD 453 board approved the consent agenda (with one field trip removed), adopted the staffing report and convened an executive session to discuss non‑elected personnel; recorded votes were 6–0 on the motions shown.
La Habra, Orange County, California
The La Habra Planning Commission approved design review DR24-0014 to remodel the façade and update the master sign program for a multi‑tenant shopping center at the southeast corner of Harbor Boulevard and La Habra Boulevard; approval carried 4-0 and the action is subject to the standard 10‑working‑day appeal period.
Fairfax City, Fairfax County, Virginia
At the Oct. 13 meeting staff summarized recent City Council actions — including a 4‑3 approval of a Chambers Road proposal — provided updates on county land‑use hearings, and announced several public engagement events and online resources.
2025 Legislature FL, Florida
The committee voted to direct the Auditor General and OPPAGA/OPAGA to audit the Department of the Lottery for fiscal 2025–26, assigning financial-statement and compliance responsibilities to the Auditor General and operational and efficiency recommendations to the legislative office.
Fulshear, Fort Bend County, Texas
The board voted to table consideration of a revised TIP Strategies economic development strategic plan update. Members cited the approaching city election cycle, desire for more in-person workshops and clearer alignment with city council as reasons to delay.
Leavenworth, School Boards, Kansas
District staff told the board Oct. 13 that head count enrollment is down 142 students from last year, driving an estimated $1,113,000 reduction to general‑fund and supplemental revenue and prompting a recommendation for an enrollment study.
2025 Legislature FL, Florida
The committee reviewed lists of local and educational entities with repeated audit findings and voted to send letters requesting updated corrective-action status for entities with uncorrected findings and for entities that filed late 2023–24 audit reports; the committee may require appearances in specific cases.
Camas School District, School Districts, Washington
District staff summarized completed and ongoing levy-funded projects, remaining levy budgets, planned future work (roofs, boilers, turf) and updates on potential property sales (Karcher and Leadbetter) that could supplement capital funds.
Fairfax City, Fairfax County, Virginia
At an Oct. 13 work session, Fairfax City planning staff outlined options for permitting detached accessory dwelling units (ADUs). Commissioners asked staff for mapping and additional analysis but took no formal vote.
Fulshear, Fort Bend County, Texas
Staff told the EDC the Downtown Eastside drainage project is in the bidding phase with bids to open Oct. 28 and that TxDOT permitting has been completed. Board members asked about remaining easement negotiations related to a separate tributary project (Huggins Ranch), which staff said are not part of the current project.
2025 Legislature FL, Florida
Officials from the governor’s office and the Department of Financial Services demonstrated the Transparency Florida website and related tools and described the committee’s draft Transparency Florida report, including user features, data coverage and training options.
Bay County, Michigan
The Committee of the Whole approved multiple contracts, administrative changes, and received reports including designation of the Soil Erosion office as enforcing agency, bond series authorization, several departmental contracts and reports, and procurement actions.
Rockingham County Board of Commissioners Meetings, Rockingham County, North Carolina
Vice Chairman Houston Barrett said the board adopted the Senate Bill 118 rate schedule reducing concealed-carry permit fees, approved conditions for the 2028 reappraisal, and noted an incentives package for an AI firm moving into the UNIFY Building in Madison.
Montcalm County, Michigan
Summary of formal board actions taken Oct. 13, 2025, including grants, warrant approvals, appointments and procurement authorizations.
Fulshear, Fort Bend County, Texas
City staff told the EDC that Harris Street phase 1 paving is complete and that sanitary sewer work and other utilities are progressing. Staff said the project is about 37–40% complete by expenditures and that a contractor change order for additional days is pending, moving the anticipated completion from November to December.
Bay County, Michigan
The Board approved adding a court officer liaison deputy position to the Sheriff’s Office to provide courthouse security and support prisoner transport; Judge Sharon urged the change citing rising safety concerns.
Rockingham County Board of Commissioners Meetings, Rockingham County, North Carolina
Vice Chairman Houston Barrett said the Rockingham County Board of Commissioners approved more than $13,000 in state funds to help stabilize children in foster care with mental health needs and announced an information session for prospective foster families on Nov. 13 at Audible Baptist Church.
La Habra, Orange County, California
The La Habra Planning Commission approved a zone variance allowing perimeter fencing and security gates above the 6-foot limit at General Sealants’ industrial property at 901 and 951 South Leslie Street, subject to conditions including a maintenance agreement and an easement for an on‑site water line.
Fulshear, Fort Bend County, Texas
The Forster Development Corporation discussed a proposed memorandum of understanding with the Fulshear Regional Chamber to co-host major community events. Chamber leaders outlined plans and budget concepts; board members pressed for procurement safeguards, clarified funding flows and asked for more detail before any agreement moves forward.
After a consultant presentation showing roughly $35 million in capital stormwater needs and $2 million per year in operations and maintenance, the Wheat Ridge City Council on Oct. 13 agreed by consensus to begin the implementation process and public outreach for a stormwater utility.
Lafayette, Boulder County, Colorado
Candidates said they would defer to older-adult advisory input on the future use of the current senior center building if a November bond measure redraws space at the rec center. Several warned against reducing older-adult square footage.
Camas School District, School Districts, Washington
Camas School District staff and partners described progress on design, permitting and partnerships for an indoor tennis center at the high school campus, outlining schedule milestones, access plans, operations roles and community uses.
Berkeley County, South Carolina
Multiple Berkeley County committees and a special council meeting approved grants, a water main contract, a local resurfacing package, zoning map changes, jail and soup-kitchen change orders, and the Nexton Improvement District assessment roles.
Bay County, Michigan
County staff presented the executive proposed 2026 budget to the Board of Commissioners, opened a public hearing with no citizens commenting, and recommended using $4.1 million of unassigned fund balance to balance the general fund.
Enterprise Technology Services (ETS), Office of, Executive , Hawaii
At the sixth HACC pre-event workshop, Oracle product managers demonstrated how Oracle APEX can be combined with generative AI (OCI, OpenAI, Cohere) to build a data‑grounded Q&A chatbot, map-based faceted search for New York City high schools and an AI-generated application-letter workflow.
Montcalm County, Michigan
Following summer events and neighbor complaints, Montcalm commissioners directed the controller to draft revisions to the county park ordinance, with several members signaling preference to continue renting pavilions but not to close parks for exclusive large events.
Berkeley County, South Carolina
County council approved a change order to add safety improvements at the Cane Bay Boulevard/Nexton Parkway roundabout and to resurface Cane Bay Boulevard from SC-176 to the roundabout after committee debate over whether to pursue a quicker fix or a larger redesign.
Lafayette, Boulder County, Colorado
Forum candidates broadly said they favor protecting open space while exploring targeted infill and redevelopment to meet housing needs. Several cited wildfire and resilience concerns as factors to weigh in annexation decisions.
A longtime Wheat Ridge property owner told council she pleaded guilty in municipal court over rooster crowing and argued the city code allows roosters but enforcement effectively bars ownership. Council and staff said a draft ordinance clarifying rooster rules and administrative enforcement is forthcoming.
Montcalm County, Michigan
The board denied a FOIA appeal concerning records about unidentified human remains after the sheriff explained records from the 1970s either were not available or one responsive record relates to an active investigation.
Lancaster County, South Carolina
John Hardy, Lennar Homes, told the Lancaster County ad hoc committee that the developer’s proposed Haven development would include a donated school site, public-safety payments and on-site infrastructure but that the committee would first go into executive session for legal advice on the proposed contract.
Jonesborough, Washington County, Tennessee
Mayor Adam previewed a quarterly ‘Meet Your Neighbor’ program, announced the Tiger Park ribbon cutting on Friday at 9:30 a.m., named October employee of the month Operations Manager Craig Boyd, and presented a proclamation honoring Anne Marshall.
Fort Pierce, St. Lucie County, Florida
The commission approved an increased purchase order for a federal grant-funded home rehabilitation at 317 North 20th Street after staff explained a change order for painting and gutters. Commissioners pressed staff to tighten procurement and change-order review processes.
Florence City, Florence County, South Carolina
At a Florence City Council meeting, the presiding official moved several items — including a tax appropriation and a resolution recognizing October as Domestic Violence Awareness Month — earlier on the agenda; the council approved the minutes by voice vote.
Lafayette, Boulder County, Colorado
Candidates at the Lafayette forum expressed broad support for public funding and programming that expands arts participation, with proposals for scholarships, community-driven placemaking and using events like Sundance to draw artists and visitors.
Jonesborough, Washington County, Tennessee
A Jonesborough resident described a close call with a passing truck and asked the board to review short‑ and long‑term safety measures for South Cherokee Street, including a marked crosswalk at Woodrow, clearer signage, speed tables, and a point person for residents.
Alabama State Department of Education, State Agencies, Executive, Alabama
The State Board selected among gubernatorial nominees for three open Alabama Charter School Commission seats on May 13, 2021. One board member abstained and publicly explained concerns about potential conflicts of interest and lack of prior contact with nominees; counsel and staff clarified the process.
Chicago Transit Authority Board, C, Boards and Commissions, Executive, Illinois
CTA acting president told the board the agency received letters indicating a temporary pause in disbursements for the Red Line Extension and Red-Purple Modernization contracts; CTA is preparing requested materials, is coordinating with stakeholders, and said pre‑groundbreaking work remains underway.
Dozens of residents and Indigenous organizers told Wheat Ridge City Council the city failed to formalize a promised five‑year agreement with Nerissa Rivera of Chil Indigenous Foods at Happiness Gardens, calling for a written contract, investigation, accountability and protections for Indigenous-led land access.
Lafayette, Boulder County, Colorado
Ten candidates at a Lafayette City Council forum say the city is facing an affordability crisis and proposed a mix of approaches including increased density in corridors, protections for mobile home parks, inclusionary requirements for large developments and expanded use of accessory dwelling units.
Jonesborough, Washington County, Tennessee
Jonesborough’s Board of Mayor and Aldermen approved a package of fee changes, rezoning, grant- and loan-related resolutions, and administrative contracts at its regular meeting, and adopted a two‑year moratorium on data processing centers while staff and aldermen work on zoning and technical standards.
At its Oct. 13 meeting the Wheat Ridge City Council approved first-reading adoption of the 2024 International Building Code, awarded a $687,548.18 contract for the Clear Creek Crossing bus terminal, approved an amended radio-services agreement, and voted to cancel the Nov. 3 study session. All four motions passed by recorded tally.
Montcalm County, Michigan
The commissioners authorized proceeding with a CT scanner project for medical examiner use, including purchase of a preconstructed building and related site work, with staff estimating the building and utilities at up to $75,000 and total project costs higher when equipment and shielding are included.
Alabama State Department of Education, State Agencies, Executive, Alabama
The Alabama State Board of Education on May 13, 2021 approved multiple resolutions recognizing student achievements and local programs, adopted CTE textbook recommendations and authorized reviews and extensions for educator-preparation programs.
Othello School District, School Districts, Washington
District staff said a recently awarded grant includes a Monday morning before-school component at McFarland elementary schools; parents must register and the program is not intended as a drop-in service.
Rowlett City, Dallas County, Texas
City staff presented a preliminary list of maintenance and enhancement needs for the Rowlett Community Center — including possible retaining‑wall/foundation movement, water infiltration near glass curtain walls, HVAC/humidity problems, and an aging roof — and recommended a professional conditions assessment before major investments.
Florence City, Florence County, South Carolina
The Florence City Council approved three resolutions on conditional grants and property acquisition and approved first reading of a camping ordinance as amended to require a city-led study and committee consultation before second reading in December.
Fort Pierce, St. Lucie County, Florida
St. Lucie Public Schools celebrated its first A rating and unveiled Classrooms to Careers, a K–12 workforce initiative. Superintendent John Prince described a $60 million local K–8 project in Fort Pierce and a $90 million Westwood investment, plus efforts to expand internships and career pathways with local businesses.
Bay County, Michigan
At a special meeting Oct. 7, the Bay County Board of Commissioners approved a slate of routine resolutions and appointed two members to the Bay County Board of Canvassers by paper ballot: Pedro Santos and Lori Daughtry (terms expiring Oct. 31, 2029).
Othello School District, School Districts, Washington
District staff told the Othello School Board that recent federal staffing cuts could complicate grant approvals and compliance support, potentially creating short-term gaps in services and access to federal reviewers for special education programs.
Rowlett City, Dallas County, Texas
City staff described expanded code‑enforcement hours (7 a.m. to 9 p.m. weekdays, Saturdays 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.), plans for more mobile equipment and an e‑procurement/management push to reduce desk time. Officers currently handle large parcel loads and spend substantial time on reactive complaints; staff recommended tech and workflow changes.
Lincoln County, Nebraska
The board approved routine minutes and claims, adopted Resolution 2025‑27 setting 2025 tax levies, recommended a catering license for Dean LLC, approved the Manning Ranch subdivision and authorized a press release and letter supporting extension of the County Bridge Match program.
Bay County, Michigan
The Bay County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution authorizing Michigan Transportation Fund Bonds series 2025 to fund a roughly 42,000-square-foot storage building and a truck wash for the Bay County Road Commission, following a presentation by the Road Commission engineer-manager.
Othello School District, School Districts, Washington
The Othello School District board discussed a multi-year plan linking an immediate operating levy to potential capital levies and a future bond, announced a site visit to Othello High School on Oct. 20, and invited community members to join a new advisory 'Future Ready Schools' team to guide planning and outreach.
Montcalm County, Michigan
Montcalm County’s road commission reported how a recent $100,000 township contribution was spent and summarized preliminary estimates that the county could receive $4–5 million from the state road funding formula in coming years.
Lincoln County, Nebraska
After more than two years of unresolved zoning and health concerns, the Lincoln County Board of Commissioners voted to solicit bids to remove a makeshift dwelling and related improvements at 6129 North Washboard Road following a court injunction.
Rowlett City, Dallas County, Texas
Mayor proposed a resolution to rescind the ad hoc community services grant program and instead fund key organizations through memoranda of understanding (MOUs). Council debated rescinding the annual grant program (on the consent agenda for Oct. 14); council ultimately agreed to pull the consent item for individual consideration.
House, Northern Mariana Legislative Sessions, Northern Mariana Islands
The House Committee on Taxonomy adopted House Bill 24-34 and Senate Bill 24-31 SD1 and tabled House Bill 24-59 and Senate Bill 24-22. The committee directed legislative staff to prepare standing committee reports for the adopted bills and set the tabled measures for further notice.
Fresno City, Fresno County, California
At a special meeting Monday, Oct. 13, the Fresno City Council met in closed session for a "conference with labor negotiators" covering all units listed on the agenda. The council returned at 11:35 a.m. and announced no reportable actions.
Salinas, Monterey County, California
The Library and Community Services Commission approved its Sept. 10 minutes and received status updates on seven parks projects and four library initiatives, including the Hebron Family Center rebuild, Cluster Park revitalization and a month‑long John Steinbeck Library closure for flooring work.
Chicago Transit Authority Board, C, Boards and Commissions, Executive, Illinois
CTA infrastructure staff reported progress and an imminent opening for the Racine Green Line station, including a new elevator, canopy, art installation and preservation work on the historic Loomis entrance, advancing CTA’s All Stations Accessibility Program.
Mehlville R-IX, School Districts, Missouri
A speaker recorded in the transcript described a modeling career that began with youth sports at Oakville High School, included college soccer and modeling work in Miami, Los Angeles, Chicago and New York, and urged Mehlville R-IX students to pursue discipline, perseverance and self-belief.
House, Northern Mariana Legislative Sessions, Northern Mariana Islands
A House committee tabled House Bill 24-59, the Fair Billing Practices Act, after extended public comment and testimony from Commonwealth Utilities Corporation (CUC) about meter replacements, nonrevenue water and operational limits; lawmakers expressed frustration with CUC’s customer service and arrears.
Montcalm County, Michigan
Montcalm County approved an $8,960 State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program award to convert county addresses from .us to .gov and discussed multifactor authentication and larger rejected grant requests.
Elkhart County, Indiana
During the Oct. 13 meeting, Pam Kaiser asked commissioners to display recording dates on posted meeting videos and raised concerns about room temperature and microphone problems at recent planning meetings.
Mehlville R-IX, School Districts, Missouri
Four commenters remembered Rick as a student-leader, volunteer and “go getter,” and one speaker described work pushing surgical water standards and training inspectors for dialysis systems.
Rowlett City, Dallas County, Texas
Residents and several council members urged clearer, enforceable standards for exterior lighting in Rowlett’s code of ordinances (Section 77-5-10). Staff will return with options, and council discussed forming a subcommittee to help draft changes.
Elkhart County, Indiana
The Elkhart County Highway Department persuaded commissioners on Oct. 13 to approve traffic control changes that convert several two-way stops to four-way stops, change certain yield conditions to stops near Roys Avenue, reduce posted speeds on two road segments and remove outdated flashing beacons at a pedestrian crossing.
Chicago Transit Authority Board, C, Boards and Commissions, Executive, Illinois
CTA finance staff reported Aug. results showing fare and pass revenue roughly in line with budget and $1.1 million higher than last year for the month; year-to-date system-generated revenue and public funding collections were reported materially ahead of budget.
Lubbock County, Texas
A roundup of motions and final actions approved, postponed or taken by the Lubbock County Commissioners Court at its Oct. 13, 2025 meeting.
Brentwood, Williamson County, Tennessee
At its Oct. 14 meeting the Brentwood Board of Commissioners honored the Friends of the Brentwood Library, marked the library’s recent donations and volunteer work, administered oaths to a firefighter and a police officer, and unanimously adopted two consent resolutions creating a veterans monument trust account and authorizing a five‑camera lease.
Ashland County, Wisconsin
Ashland County highway staff announced retirements and promotions, said they are preparing for winter, gave updates on Highway 13 and Highway H/Madeline Island projects, and noted open operator positions and a new mechanic.
Elkhart County, Indiana
The Elkhart County Board of Commissioners on Oct. 13 voted unanimously to release demolition bids, suspend one demolition to allow remodeling, approve multiple TIF appropriations, authorize independent contractor agreements and apply for a $40,000 drug-free community grant.
Montcalm County, Michigan
The Montcalm County Board of Commissioners approved three Community Advancement Committee awards totaling $40,000 and appointed a new committee member after debate over program scope and criteria.
Lubbock County, Texas
After negotiations and added oversight provisions, the commissioners unanimously approved the fiscal year 2026 agreement with the Lubbock Public Defender's Office; changes emphasize financial oversight and transition planning.
Edwardsburg Public Schools, School Boards, Michigan
District administrators summarized M-STEP, DIBELS and SAT results and described targeted interventions (success time, focus math, Orton-Gillingham) and growing AP and dual-enrollment participation during a work session; presenters highlighted literacy gains at early grades and a 5-year rebound in SAT scores.
Burlington Comm School District, School Districts, Iowa
On Oct. 13, 2025, the Burlington Comm School District board approved a resolution to issue approximately $6.94 million in general obligation school capital loan notes and approved the related official statement after brief questions about valuation and building dates.
Woodstock City, Cherokee County, Georgia
At the Oct. 13 meeting, resident Gopi Govindaraj urged the Woodstock City Council to pursue rooftop solar at fire stations, community composting and free EV chargers and pressed the council to address missing sidewalks along Trickum Road.
Chicago Transit Authority Board, C, Boards and Commissions, Executive, Illinois
The CTA board approved an intergovernmental agreement with the city of Chicago to transmit validated automated bus-lane enforcement data under the city’s Smart Streets pilot. CTA will supply data from cameras; the city’s Department of Finance will review and adjudicate violations. The pilot includes a 30‑day warning period followed by one further,
Edwardsburg Public Schools, School Boards, Michigan
Edwardsburg Public Schools board approved a $246,428.01 change order to complete a traffic-loop connection and widen sidewalks at the district's primary and intermediate schools, using remaining bond funds; the planned tie-in to Route 12 is on hold pending MDOT approval.
Ashland County, Wisconsin
Ashland County highway committee members discussed the Post Office’s request to cancel the county’s Highbridge lease, reviewed site improvements the county paid for, and directed staff to invite federal representatives and a USPS official to the November meeting to resolve the dispute or seek reimbursement.
Woodstock City, Cherokee County, Georgia
The Woodstock City Council on Oct. 13 voted unanimously to fund 12 new firefighter positions after the city was not awarded a FEMA SAFER grant, authorized prepayment of the city's 2020 DDA bond, ratified a design contract for Fire Station 34 and adopted ordinances on parking-deck behavior and EV charging stations.
Lubbock County, Texas
The court approved FY26 critical needs funding for contracted volunteer fire departments after departments submitted updated applications; total funding was reduced from previous years and split among the departments.
Franklin County Community Sch Corp, School Boards, Indiana
At its Oct. 13 meeting the Franklin County Community School Corporation board approved naming a practice soccer field, multiple personnel actions, budget-transfer authorization and the district’s 2026 appropriations and tax rates; most votes were unanimous 7-0.
Aiken City, Aiken County, South Carolina
At its Oct. 13 meeting the Aiken City Council approved two consent resolutions accepting deeds of dedication, confirmed an appointment to the building-code appeals committee, and approved first reading of an ordinance to remove a small city-owned strip from the corporate limits; council adjourned after public comment.
Ashland County, Wisconsin
The Ashland County Highway Committee reviewed a proposed county bridge aid program that would share the cost of large culvert and small-bridge projects with towns, outlined eligibility rules and a proposed $100,000 annual cap, and asked town boards to respond with their positions before the committee advances the policy.
Flower Mound, Denton County, Texas
The Flower Mound Planning and Zoning Commission voted to recommend approval of agenda item J1, allowing rooftop decks at a villas development on Lakeside Parkway, after brief public comment and deliberation. Commissioners cited design quality and parking provisions; one member voiced a minor concern about potential future enclosure.
Janesville, Rock County, Wisconsin
Roll call of key actions taken Oct. 13: proclamation naming October 2025 National Disability Employment Awareness Month and a resolution recognizing Peter E. Mori passed on consent; council approved a $500,000 contribution to the Boys & Girls Club (separate article covers that item).
Franklin County Community Sch Corp, School Boards, Indiana
District food-service leaders told the Franklin County Community School Corporation board that falling participation in free/reduced meal paperwork and higher food costs have pushed cafeteria accounts toward a shortfall and may force an end to the Community Eligibility Provision if participation doesn’t improve.
Aiken City, Aiken County, South Carolina
The Aiken City Council approved second reading to certify the former Farmers and Merchants Bank building on Lawrence Street as a textile mill site under the South Carolina Textile Communities Revitalization Act, enabling the owner or developer to pursue state income tax credits for an adaptive reuse project proposed as an 80-room hotel.
Pueblo West, Pueblo County, Colorado
Pueblo Regional Building Department officials and local builders urged Pueblo West to consider keeping or partnering with the regional agency after the county announced it would end its agreement. Board members asked staff to check legal limits and return with options for an intergovernmental agreement or comparative proposal.
Alabama State Department of Education, State Agencies, Executive, Alabama
State Superintendent Dr. Mackey told the Alabama State Board of Education that roughly 3,600 educators attended the state 'mega conference' in person and almost another 1,000 participated virtually, calling the turnout a positive sign for the coming school year.
Janesville, Rock County, Wisconsin
City Manager Kevin Lehner and Finance Director David Godek presented the proposed 2026 budget totaling $138.13 million, with an operating budget of $105.16 million. The proposal includes a 34% water rate increase, a $1.345 million property tax levy increase, and use of $201,203 in applied fund balance to balance the general fund.
Chicago Transit Authority Board, C, Boards and Commissions, Executive, Illinois
The Chicago Transit Authority Board placed five ordinances and 12 contract awards on the meeting omnibus and approved the omnibus by roll-call vote on Oct. 8, 2025. Items include a lease extension, a permanent easement for the Red Line Extension, and purchases of railroad-protective and cybersecurity insurance.
Alabama State Department of Education, State Agencies, Executive, Alabama
At its July 13 meeting in Montgomery the Alabama State Board of Education unanimously elected Dr. Yvette Richardson as vice president and Dr. Wayne Reynolds as president pro tem for the 2021–22 term and unanimously approved the meeting agenda and the June 10 minutes.
Aiken City, Aiken County, South Carolina
The Aiken City Council approved a purchase-and-sale agreement to sell downtown parcels to Oliver Hospitality Group for $2.5 million, clearing the way for redevelopment of Hotel Aiken and adjacent property while preserving review steps and outlining city-funded design support and a potential parking garage.
Lubbock County, Texas
County commissioners debated adding two pre‑holiday days off for employees but postponed the proposal to Oct. 27 to allow staff to calculate fiscal impact and confirm effects on 24/7 operations and juror schedules.
GRAND FORKS 1, School Districts, North Dakota
Trustees approved a land-exchange agreement with the Park District, adopted a set of board policies (12 passed, one narrowly split), accepted a consent agenda and approved release of director Jonathan Ellwein from contract with waived liquidated damages.
DeWitt Public Schools, School Boards, Michigan
District officials described an overhaul of the emergency operations plan that will produce a separate plan for every school building, embed a new cardiac emergency response plan, adopt the state Standard Response Protocol and expand training, equipment and facility security upgrades.
Lake County, Colorado
Lake County officials reviewed proposed FY2026 emergency communications budgets, discussed a modest shortfall in emergency telephone charge revenue, staffing options and equipment maintenance, and agreed to keep IGA payments flat while allowing the incoming director latitude to manage vacancies and part-time hires.
Lubbock County, Texas
After a public hearing and competing recommendations from residents and county road staff, Lubbock County Commissioners Court postponed action on installing traffic control devices at 150th Street and Kelsey Avenue until Oct. 27 to review an engineering study and any prior reports.
GRAND FORKS 1, School Districts, North Dakota
District administrators told the board the September enrollment count shows a small increase compared with May 2025 but is lower than the fall 2025 projection; administrators presented comparative year-to-year swings and noted typical in-year enrollment shifts.
Cooper City, Broward County, Florida
Cooper City Planning & Zoning Board voted Oct. 13 to recommend proposed code amendments tightening rules for recreational vehicles and boats, including reduced allowable height and stricter limits on living‑in vehicles; board members separately discussed modifying permitted construction start times.
Sweetwater Union High, School Districts, California
A presiding officer said recordings of the meeting will be provided and outlined public-comment procedures before recessing the meeting into closed session to discuss existing litigation and personnel matters under California Government Code sections 54956.9(d)(1) and 54957.
Janesville, Rock County, Wisconsin
Residents and organizers urged the Janesville Common Council on Oct. 13 for public release of proposals and greater engagement over plans to build a data center at the former GM/JETCO site, citing nondisclosure agreements and concerns about water and local impacts.
GRAND FORKS 1, School Districts, North Dakota
Director Tracy Johnson told the board Head Start is fully enrolled with 11 classrooms serving 154 children under a $3.1 million grant, reported in-kind matching and described school-readiness goals and required federal performance standards.
Cooper City, Broward County, Florida
Cooper City Planning & Zoning Board voted unanimously Oct. 13 to recommend multiple approvals for a three-story, 114,735-square-foot self‑storage building on the Montero commercial parcel, following changes that reduced height and removed ground-floor commercial space.
Lansing, School Boards, Kansas
The Lansing USD 469 Board of Education voted to adopt Resolution 2026-02 denying a proposed $3,000,000 Redevelopment Housing Incentive District (RHID) for the Monroe Manor subdivision after an extended public-comment period and board discussion.
Janesville, Rock County, Wisconsin
The Janesville Common Council unanimously approved up to $500,000 from undesignated fund balance to support the Boys & Girls Club capital project at 925 S. Jackson St., with the city treating the payment as a "last dollar" reimbursement after verification of invoices.
Northampton County, North Carolina
The board approved a community benefits agreement with Sun Energy 1 for roughly $1.9 million in commitments toward EMS infrastructure, ambulance equipment and youth programs, and approved a $20,000 lease agreement to house county EMS employees at Roanoke Wildwood Volunteer Fire Department.
Lorain City, School Districts, Ohio
A district finance presentation on Oct. 13 warned of widening budget shortfalls driven by state funding cuts and local tax changes; the board approved several consent agenda items and personnel measures by roll call.
Delaware County, Pennsylvania
The Delaware County Sustainability Commission completed its annual reorganization, confirming officers, appointing departmental alternates, adopting a 2026 meeting calendar and approving minutes during its meeting.
GRAND FORKS 1, School Districts, North Dakota
District activities director and the teachers' union negotiator described a long review of the extracurricular pay schedule and acknowledged calculation errors that left some veteran coaches with lower pay than the previous year; union provided a short-term corrective proposal.
Grand Junction, Mesa County, Colorado
Council discussed capital project highlights from the 2026 recommended budget, including a proposed Live Oak Park renovation (city staff noted title constraints and prior public votes), $3.4 million for final design work on 29 Road and interchange (planned as phased design to produce shovel-ready documents), and major multimodal
Delaware County, Pennsylvania
County sustainability staff reported plans to consolidate site waste‑process information into a single report, to launch an online EIC hub with GIS support, and to hold post‑election campaign‑sign recycling and a fall water‑sampling volunteer drive with the Straub Water Research Center.
Northampton County, North Carolina
County staff presented a detailed explanation of how the annual solid-waste curbside fee is calculated, what drove recent increases, and proposed administrative changes intended to reduce uncollected balances and potentially lower future fees.
Grand Junction, Mesa County, Colorado
Council reviewed housing incentives in the 2026 recommended budget: a $125,000 ADU incentive carryforward (potentially up to $325,000 with an expected DOLA grant), an existing $1 million DDA terminal project commitment, and several impact-fee waivers and tap-fee backfill requests totaling about $1.38 million before offsets.
Delaware County, Pennsylvania
Delaware County’s Office of Sustainability on Wednesday presented a countywide tree‑canopy assessment that finds about 43% of the county is currently covered by trees and that the county experienced a net canopy decline of roughly 2% between 2010 and 2022.
Grand Junction, Mesa County, Colorado
Staff recommended allocating $363,008.47 in one-time housing funds to three providers selected from a city RFP addressing unhoused services. Council gave direction to proceed with that recommended allocation and asked staff to invite Homeward Bound and the Counseling Education Center to the November workshop to explain updated needs and funding
Lake County, Colorado
At a Lake County Board of County Commissioners work session, Leadville Lake County Animal Shelter Director Caitlin Pusco outlined short- and long-term goals focused on fundraising, boosting foster and volunteer capacity, hiring an assistant manager and coordinating animal-control policies under an intergovernmental agreement.
Grand Junction, Mesa County, Colorado
City Manager Mike presented the recommended 2026 budget and a list of one-time nonprofit funding requests drawn from the city’s $17.5 million unrestricted fund balance.
Carroll County, Iowa
Renee of Von Broekern & Associates plans to retire at year end; supervisors discussed seeking her recommendation for a successor and sourcing other options for union negotiation and HR services.
Maumee City Council, Maumee, Lucas County, Ohio
The committee approved hiring zoning consultant Jacob Barnes on a temporary basis (up to 90 days, 8–10 hours weekly) while it finalizes the urban planning manager job classification and pay range.
Carroll County, Iowa
Supervisors approved payables of $801,486.01 as presented; one board member abstained from the vote on the record.
Town of Sahuarita, Pima County, Arizona
The Town Council adopted three ordinances (2025‑188, 2025‑189 and 2025‑190) that clarify the town’s code-adoption authority and streamline enforcement by specifying when civil or criminal procedures apply and allowing staff to set deadlines for compliance prior to assessing penalties.
Maumee City Council, Maumee, Lucas County, Ohio
The committee voted to consolidate the pay-scale language for the city administrator and department directors in the 2024 pay document and asked consultant Worksprings to review and tighten the administrator job description before posting.
Carroll County, Iowa
Carroll County supervisors approved a special Class C retail alcohol license for Cloud Wine LLC for a five-day period Nov. 21'25 at a listed address in Carroll County.
Maumee City Council, Maumee, Lucas County, Ohio
The Maumee City Council Personnel Committee approved an HR manager job description to forward to the full council while agreeing not to advertise it yet and flagged a remaining question about whether payroll should report to HR or finance.
Cupertino, Santa Clara County, California
After more than an hour of public comment and council debate, the Cupertino City Council voted 3–2 to send a letter opposing Measure A (a 0.625% county sales‑tax proposal), with the approved letter adding language warning the tax could impede cities’ ability to pursue local revenue measures and noting an upcoming VTA ballot measure.
Carroll County, Iowa
Supervisors approved a utility permit for Rockwell Electric, authorized repair work on Drain 29 near Sycamore and discussed staffing and projects in the Secondary Roads department, including a weed-commissioner job posting.
Hilton Head Island, Beaufort County, South Carolina
Town Council approved on first reading a rewritten short-term rental ordinance with three committee-backed changes: removal of occupancy limits, a six-space exterior parking cap, and revised fire-alarm language to meet the intent of national standards. Council set compliance dates and left fee changes to a future budget amendment.
Town of Sahuarita, Pima County, Arizona
Deputy Public Works Director Daniel Logan gave a progress report on the new single-hauler solid-waste program: cart deliveries, ongoing removals, a roughly 1,600-household "no contact" list and next steps for outreach and policy follow-up including possible changes to recycling rules and household hazardous waste options.
Carroll County, Iowa
The board voted to renew $150,000 of the county's maturing opioid-settlement certificate of deposit for seven months at a 3.95% rate, leaving remaining funds liquid for upcoming applications.
Harrison County, Mississippi
The Board approved a range of routine and specific orders: MDEQ reimbursements for hazardous-waste events; ES&S ballot-scanner purchases; quotes for exterior painting; Metrix hardware for law enforcement; staffing and a $15,000 cemetery restoration allocation among other items. The board also denied an appeal of a tower permit and denied a tort-
Cupertino, Santa Clara County, California
State Senator Josh Becker and Assemblymember Patrick Ahrens updated the Cupertino City Council on this year’s state budget pressures, energy and wildfire legislation, and housing policy outlook; council members asked about local impacts and how residents can engage.
Carroll County, Iowa
The board approved committee recommendations to fund three local programs from the county's opioid-settlement pool: $55,257.70 to Carroll County Ambulance Service, $28,549 to Manning Regional Healthcare Center, and $26,640 to New Opportunities.
Harrison County, Mississippi
A resident seeking county payment for a shattered rear window said a county mowing machine struck her car with debris; county counsel explained state law requires proof of employee negligence before the county may pay and the board voted to deny the claim.
Bellbrook City Council, Bellbrook, Greene County, Ohio
A Community Support Center board member said 10% of dine-in sales at Blueberry Cafe on Oct. 22 will benefit the local food pantry and reminded residents about early voting and election day.
GRAND FORKS 1, School Districts, North Dakota
School leaders told the Grand Forks School Board that Phoenix School’s literacy scores increased, special education enrollment rose sharply and the school is piloting a house system and shared-specialist model to boost supports for students.
Town of Sahuarita, Pima County, Arizona
The Town Council approved a license and right-of-way agreement with Ripple Fiber Arizona LLC to build a townwide fiber network. Company representatives outlined construction methods, customer pricing and community engagement plans; council voted to approve the agreement without an extended discussion.
Harrison County, Mississippi
Supervisors approved $15,000 from the general fund to support volunteer-led restoration of the county-owned Mississippi City Cemetery, including pathway repairs, fencing, signage with QR-coded walking tours and preservation work led by school students and local historical society members.
Lake County, Colorado
County staff reviewed five Office of Emergency Management goals including an Emergency Operations Plan update due in 2026, quarterly interagency trainings and community engagement plans; officials said a permanent OEM director is not yet in place and state guidance on using federal/state funds for OEM salaries is still pending.
Bellbrook City Council, Bellbrook, Greene County, Ohio
City Manager Rob updated council on recent road safety work, an upcoming cybersecurity audit, short‑term rental legislation in development, and public 'Get the Facts' sessions and online resources related to Issue 3 on the Nov. 4 ballot.
Legislature 2025, Guam
Committee heard Bill 156-38, seeking to extend GEF lease arrangements to monetize future lease payments for roughly $59.37 million to fund GDOE capital needs. Principals and the superintendent said the four leaseback schools have persistent maintenance shortfalls and urged strict accountability, clearer contracts and transparency before any lease
Harrison County, Mississippi
The Harrison County Board of Supervisors denied an appeal from Diamond Communications and Mississippi Power seeking a variance and conditional-use approval for a proposed 199.5-foot tower on a 2.71-acre substation parcel; opponents at the hearing included pilots and the private airstrip owner who said the tower lies directly under the landing and
Lake County, Colorado
Fire Chief Dan Daley told a county meeting the department faces rising apparatus costs, plans to replace aging rigs, expand wildland mitigation capacity and pursue grants and partnerships, and requested seed funding and permission to pursue solar and communications revenue options.
Bellbrook City Council, Bellbrook, Greene County, Ohio
A volunteer representing the Greene County Public Library described programs and said the levy on the November ballot is a 1-mill, 10-year measure costing under $3 per month on a $100,000 home.
Harrison County, Mississippi
Communications International urged the board to reopen vendor discussions after an RFP evaluation moved to a second consultant and Federal Engineering. Company representatives said they were vetted through multiple technical reviews and asked to review redacted competitor materials and question the process that led to Federal Engineering's role.
Teton County, Wyoming
The Planning Commission approved revised meeting procedures on Oct. 13, 2025, adding a statement that land development regulations take precedence over procedural rules, creating a formal process for minority reports and clarifying how denials must state specific findings; the commission also postponed one advertised application to Dec. 8.
Legislature 2025, Guam
Guam legislators on Monday heard testimony on a bill to create a Guam Free Trade Logistics Zone intended to attract transshipment, manufacturing and re-export activity to the island.
Bellbrook City Council, Bellbrook, Greene County, Ohio
A resident urged the Bellbrook City Council to adopt a draft ordinance to permit backyard chickens. Council and staff said a statistically validated survey is being prepared and an introduction of Ordinance 2025-0-15 was deferred pending results.
Galveston , Galveston County, Texas
At a Galveston short-term rental committee meeting, residents and operators described mixed experiences with STRs, the committee reviewed preliminary survey results (1,020 responses) and community-forum feedback, and staff outlined a complaint protocol called STARL and draft registration and parking provisions to take to City Council.
Harrison County, Mississippi
Representatives from Southern Benefits Solutions and AmeriLife presented proposed voluntary supplemental insurance options to the Harrison County Board of Supervisors on Wednesday, saying the plans would be paid by employees and would not increase county costs.
Brentwood, Williamson County, Tennessee
The Brentwood Beer Board unanimously approved on‑premises beer permits for 100 Pizza LLC at 214 Ward Circle, Suite 200, and Pacadee Buie Inc (doing business as Zushirito) at 214 Ward Circle, Suite 700 after applicants described ID and service protocols.
Tulare County, California
County staff told the Tulare County Water Commission that well permit applications are trending downward from previous years and presented a map requested by commissioners; no action was taken.
Sparks, Washoe County, Nevada
Two residents told the Sparks City Council Oct. 13 that closing Fire Station 5 and relying on newly opened Station 6 would increase emergency response times to Wingfield Springs and Golden Eagle Regional Park and could affect sprinkler requirements under local code.
Teton County, Wyoming
The Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved the Oct. 13 county voucher run totaling $1,639,924.35 and approved the consent agenda items, including 24‑hour liquor permits; both actions were carried by unanimous voice vote during the Oct. 13 meeting.
Tulare County, California
Commission received a legislative subcommittee report summarizing the status of multiple California bills affecting groundwater and GSAs, including several bills on adjudication, tribal water use and DWR planning; commissioners did not take formal positions at this meeting.
Blue Valley, School Boards, Kansas
At first reading, the board reviewed proposed updates to Policy 6610 to expand grandparent leave timing, broaden bereavement definitions, allow personal leave in 5-day increments up to 14 days for classified staff, and increase retirement payout leave caps to align with recent negotiations.
Teton County, Wyoming
Human Resources recommended moving voluntary life, voluntary disability and other voluntary benefits to Voya, a change commissioners accepted by consensus on Oct. 13; HR also recommended a two‑year Delta Dental admin agreement, first‑dollar telehealth coverage and raising dependent-care FSA limits, and termination of two low‑use vendor contracts.
Tulare County, California
The Tule River Association told the Tulare County Water Commission it supports a 5,800 acre‑foot reservoir to be built on Tule River Indian Tribe land under a 2007 settlement; funding would require congressional action and the association said any off‑reservation land purchases in proposed bills are beyond the settlement’s scope.
Blue Valley, School Boards, Kansas
The board approved the district human-resources report and two addenda on Oct. 13. Addendum number 2 passed on a 6–1 vote; the meeting record does not specify the substance of the second addendum.
Teton County, Wyoming
The Hoback Junction Water and Sewer District asked the Teton County Board of County Commissioners on Oct. 13 to match $25,000 already raised to fund an estimated $50,000 wastewater alternatives study; commissioners directed staff to place the request on next week’s agenda and the Water Quality Advisory Board will present a packet of funding items,
Florence City, Florence County, South Carolina
Councilmembers introduced an ordinance to limit urban camping in public spaces, discussed its scope and asked city attorneys for legal guidance in executive session.
Northampton County, North Carolina
Northampton County’s Department of Social Services told commissioners it needs to compensate staff who are spending nights or hospital shifts guarding children in DSS custody; the board approved a stipend scheme and also approved a contract for child-support legal services.
Skagit County, Washington
WSU Skagit County Extension staff reported on multiple emerging and invasive insect pests that could affect regional crops, listed prioritized species and thanked regional partners for research support.
Blue Valley, School Boards, Kansas
The Blue Valley Board of Education approved a sale resolution authorizing staff and advisors to sell up to $101.25 million in remaining 2023-election-authorized bonds and to pursue refunding of callable 2015 bonds if market conditions produce savings. The sale was scheduled for Nov. 10 with a planned close in early December.
Florence City, Florence County, South Carolina
At its October meeting the Florence City Council approved a fiscal-year budget amendment, accommodation-tax awards, multiple recognition resolutions and several annexations, and sent several development and legal items to executive session for further review.
Robert G. (Bob) Bethell Joint Committee on Home and Community Based Services and KanCare Oversight, Joint, Committees, Legislative, Kansas
Suppliers, therapists and national CRT advocates told the Bethel committee that recent KMAP policy language risks denials and delays for medically necessary mobility equipment and asked KDHE to clarify repair billing rules, recognize PDAC‑verified pediatric wheelchairs as DME, and adopt national criteria for powered‑seat accessories.
Blue Valley, School Boards, Kansas
Two student advocates told the board that Blue Valley’s current curriculum omits consent education and urged the district to introduce age-appropriate consent lessons starting in elementary school and continuing through high school sexual-health instruction.
Garland, Dallas County, Texas
The Garland Plan Commission unanimously approved a 30-year specific use provision allowing a 1,200-square-foot hair salon at 2241 Peggy Lane Suite B. The applicant emphasized services for people with special needs and older adults; staff recommended approval and noted adequate parking and complementary medical-office uses nearby.
Oshkosh City, Winnebago County, Wisconsin
The Oshkosh Transportation Committee on Oct. 13 approved minutes, recommended a GO Transit fare cap increase and advanced several parking proposals to the Common Council, while deferring action on ATV/UTV street use after public comment.
Northampton County, North Carolina
Northampton County commissioners approved a construction contract award for Phase 6 water improvements, adopted a bond anticipation note for interim construction financing, and authorized a USDA revenue bond order for long-term takeout financing. The board approved the construction award to the low bidder and voted 4–1 to approve the interim note;
Blue Valley, School Boards, Kansas
Multiple parents and longtime educators told the Blue Valley Board of Education during open forum that Policy 3522, governing emergency safety interventions and restraint, discourages compassionate responses to students in mental-health crises and should be revised to allow professional judgment and nonpunitive supports.
Waukesha City, Waukesha County, Wisconsin
Following a letter about a recent dog attack, the committee directed staff to draft an ordinance adopting Wisconsin Statute 174.02 into Waukesha’s municipal code and recommended prompt council consideration.
Oshkosh City, Winnebago County, Wisconsin
After months of resident complaints and a public meeting filled with affected neighbors, the Transportation Committee voted to recommend a no-parking restriction along the east side of Grand Street from Merritt Avenue to Hudson Street, citing fire-code access and repeated incidents blocking driveways and snow removal.
Robert G. (Bob) Bethell Joint Committee on Home and Community Based Services and KanCare Oversight, Joint, Committees, Legislative, Kansas
Secretary Janet Stanek told the committee the state declared an end to a southwest Kansas measles outbreak, is assembling a rural health transformation alliance to apply for federal funding, and is preparing for federal HR1 provisions that will reduce prior‑medical look‑back windows and change immigrant eligibility rules that may remove coverage.
Garland, Dallas County, Texas
The Garland Plan Commission voted to approve a 30-year specific use provision allowing an automated “mini-tunnel” car wash at 1540 Firewheel Parkway, despite staff recommending denial citing comprehensive-plan compatibility concerns. The approval is contingent on shared access with the adjacent convenience store site.
Asheville City Schools, School Districts, North Carolina
The board approved the consent agenda (which included a proposed $1,000 one-time retention bonus for all staff and a vehicle contract) and separately approved a contract for substitute-teacher services. Both motions passed by voice vote with no recorded opposition from the five voting members present.
Oshkosh City, Winnebago County, Wisconsin
The committee voted unanimously to recommend that bicycles and e-bikes remain allowed on sidewalks except where a building or business ingress/egress abuts the sidewalk; staff and police emphasized enforcement limits and a communications plan.
Robert G. (Bob) Bethell Joint Committee on Home and Community Based Services and KanCare Oversight, Joint, Committees, Legislative, Kansas
Kansas Medicaid Inspector General Steve Anderson told the Bethel committee that recent audits found prior‑authorization delays, inconsistent inpatient/post‑acute level‑of‑care determinations by managed care organizations, and concerning PBM handling of pharmacy dispensing fees.
Skagit County, Washington
The board approved multiple consent items Oct. 13, scheduled a public hearing on implementing a 0.1% sales-tax for criminal justice under House Bill 2015, and approved a $1.286 million Home Investment Partnership funding agreement for Island Roots Housing with a commissioner recusal.
Asheville City Schools, School Districts, North Carolina
Three in-person public commenters urged the board to increase the local teacher pay supplement, adopt reparations-commission recommendations for curriculum and discipline, and continue meet-and-confer work that seeks policy changes for non-instructional staff.
Oshkosh City, Winnebago County, Wisconsin
After a public survey and a packed comment period, the Transportation Committee declined to forward a recommendation to the Common Council on permitting ATVs/UTVs on Oshkosh city streets. Supporters cited economic and convenience benefits; opponents and staff raised enforcement, safety and statutory gaps.
Salinas, Monterey County, California
At its Oct. 9 meeting the Salinas Traffic and Transportation Commission heard an informational report on the Sherwood Drive at East Rossi slip‑lane closure, the project’s funding and safety work, and plans to monitor congestion after an adaptive‑signal grant and other mitigations.
Waukesha City, Waukesha County, Wisconsin
The Ordinance and Licensing Committee recommended that the common council adopt amendments to Municipal Code Chapter 7 that would criminalize certain parking behaviors, allow earlier removal of some abandoned vehicles, and increase several parking forfeitures.
Robert G. (Bob) Bethell Joint Committee on Home and Community Based Services and KanCare Oversight, Joint, Committees, Legislative, Kansas
Hailey Ordewine, Kansas state long‑term care ombudsman, asked the Bethel committee to increase KDADS surveyor staffing, expand discharge reporting to assisted living and related providers, halt monthly “pharmacy provider choice” fees imposed on private‑pay residents, and raise the personal needs allowance.
2025 Legislature LA, Louisiana
The Judiciary Compensation Commission voted to ask economist Lawrence Scott to update a study of judges' pay, including comparisons with other states and retirement contributions; the commission set a statutory deadline for any 2026 recommendations and discussed inclusion of Board of Tax Appeals pay.
Legislature 2025, Guam
Guam legislators heard competing testimony Oct. 14 on Bill 184‑38 COR, a measure that would require classified civil‑service positions for key homeland‑security posts and mandate automatic submission of federal performance and financial reports to the Legislature and the Office of Public Accountability.
Skagit County, Washington
The Skagit County Board of Commissioners declared Oct. 13–17, 2025, Flood Awareness Week. County emergency management outlined flood risks, preparedness steps and ongoing mitigation and recovery projects including buyouts, house elevations and EOC upgrades.
Iron County Commission, Iron County Boards and Commissions, Iron County, Utah
The commission approved three ordinances affecting zoning and tiers around Brian Head, awarded a contract for a capital plan and approved the county's 2026 employee insurance package. The articles below list each formal action and its immediate outcome.
Commerce City, Adams County, Colorado
Councilors and staff discussed enforcement limits on occupied, inoperable and abandoned recreational vehicles; staff reported roughly 150 citations in September and said a towing contract is in progress while the city attorney said the municipal code currently lacks an automatic towing provision for occupied vehicles.
Wright County, Iowa
During the drainage trustees session that followed the county supervisors meeting on Oct. 6, 2025, trustees heard a resident's request to inspect and clear tile intakes across county roads, approved three work orders (including an 18‑inch tile blowout and beaver dam removal) and signed eight brush and weed control invoices totaling $6,500.
Waukesha City, Waukesha County, Wisconsin
At its Oct. 13 meeting, the Waukesha City Ordinance and Licensing Committee approved operator/bartender licenses for three applicants, and deferred decisions on two others for follow-up and additional employer participation.
Iron County Commission, Iron County Boards and Commissions, Iron County, Utah
The commission approved the county’s 2026 employee benefits package: remain with PEHP (high‑deductible/HSA) with a roughly 9.7% premium increase, keep dental and vision providers, change life/LTD carrier to New York Life and use $200,000 from a prior self‑funded account to offset the premium increase.
Commerce City, Adams County, Colorado
At a study session, councilors discussed revisions to six city goals — infrastructure and transportation; economic development; public health and safety; housing; city unity and wellness; and high-performing government — and asked staff to synthesize recommendations for the post‑election council.
Wright County, Iowa
At its Oct. 6, 2025 meeting the Wright County Board of Supervisors approved an agreement to use opioid-settlement funds for detox services and granted a temporary liquor license for Brew LLC at Bolton Farms, while voting to table a county segregation‑of‑duties policy for further review by department heads and the county attorney.
Edmond, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma
Ross Vanderham, Edmond city treasurer and chair of the city's pension board, gave a detailed presentation at a joint city council and pension board workshop on the city's defined-benefit employee pension plan and recommended changes to the plan and ordinance.
Iron County Commission, Iron County Boards and Commissions, Iron County, Utah
The commission approved a professional services agreement with Kimley‑Horn to prepare a capital facilities plan and impact‑fee analysis covering sewer, storm drainage and transportation. The combined scope is estimated at about $335,000 with a 12‑month timeline and deliverables to support adoption of impact fees.
Yucaipa, San Bernardino County, California
At a special Oct. 13 meeting the Yucaipa City Council reported selection of finalists for the city manager recruitment, recorded Council Member Miller's recusal from a litigation-related closed-session item, and debated a motion to bring all check warrants to full council review; the record shows a yea and multiple abstentions and does not clearly
Lewiston City, Nez Perce County, Idaho
At its Oct. 13 meeting the Lewiston City Council approved multiple service agreements with nonprofits, accepted right-of-way and utility easements, approved a county transfer-station agreement, authorized transportation engineering supplements and adopted two ordinances — all by voice vote with the council answering 'Aye.'
Live Oak, Bexar County, Texas
The commission approved consent minutes and a memorial picnic site and then adjourned; the minutes approval and adjournment were routine voice votes.
Charles County Public Schools, School Boards, Maryland
The board voted to approve intercategory budget transfers for fiscal years 2025 and 2026 and adopted the district's Comprehensive Maintenance Plan (CMP). District staff explained that Oracle Cloud accounting changes and open purchase orders prompted the FY26 request.
Iron County Commission, Iron County Boards and Commissions, Iron County, Utah
County staff said House Bill 237 now allows counties to collect 100% of rollback funds for ten years, and commissioners discussed using the accumulated funds — about $340,000 so far — for conservation easements or as a local match on a projected $1.8 million NRCS Cold Creek watershed project.
Lewiston City, Nez Perce County, Idaho
The council authorized a deferred relocation agreement and accepted a public stormwater utility and access easement to allow the city and Rogers Motors to plan and fund relocation of a deep storm drain that runs under the dealership; the city will cover most costs and Rogers Motors will contribute $150,000, with a 10-year window for project work.
Charles County Public Schools, School Boards, Maryland
District and school staff described the Advancement Via Individual Determination (AVID) program’s expansion to elementary and multiple secondary schools, professional learning for teachers, and school-level measures including increased enrollment in honors and AP-level courses for participating students.
Battle Ground School District, School Districts, Washington
Teachers, students and union leaders urged the board to publicly support a temporarily-leave teacher they said had been cleared by the district’s investigation and then subjected to online harassment; the superintendent replied that legal and personnel processes limit what district officials can publicly disclose.
Iron County Commission, Iron County Boards and Commissions, Iron County, Utah
Commissioners and staff described House Bill 48’s new Wildland‑Urban Interface inspection and enforcement mandate as onerous, saying it would require county inspections of parcels, levy fines and could raise property costs by hundreds of dollars per parcel.
Lewiston City, Nez Perce County, Idaho
The Lewiston City Council held a public hearing and approved the 2024 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) for Community Development Block Grant funds, covering program-year spending of $455,035 and projects including home repairs, microenterprise assistance and infrastructure work at Mountain View Mobile Home Park.
2025 Legislature LA, Louisiana
Rebecca Harris, secretary of the Louisiana Department of Children and Family Services, told the joint House and Senate Health and Welfare committees on Oct. 13 that DCFS has reorganized to focus on child welfare and has begun new staffing and technology efforts to reduce backlog and improve oversight.
Live Oak, Bexar County, Texas
The Live Oak Parks and Recreation Commission voted unanimously to install a memorial picnic site with a plaque near the pool to honor longtime commissioner and swim-team volunteer Charice Smith.
Iron County Commission, Iron County Boards and Commissions, Iron County, Utah
The Iron County Commission on Oct. 13 approved Ordinance 2025-9 to rezone about 141.25 acres from rural (RA-20) to half-acre residential (R-1/2) for the Equestrian Trails Ranch LLC project near 4000 North and 4400 West.
Durham County, North Carolina
A Durham County staff member reminded meeting attendees that Election Day is Nov. 7 and listed resources and locations mentioned in the meeting for more information; some items in the transcript were garbled and addresses/URLs should be verified with official county sources.
Charles County Public Schools, School Boards, Maryland
District leaders presented a coordinated plan to expand and standardize collaborative planning time for teachers across elementary, middle and high schools, and school teams described local pilots and outcomes at JP Ryan, Theodore Davis and Northpointe-area schools.
Battle Ground School District, School Districts, Washington
Superintendent and staff reported new capital and program developments including a planned construction trades building on the high‑school campus, an expanded futures program facility funded with impact fees, the FCRC clothes-closet ribbon-cutting, and nearly $65,000 raised by the Battleground Education Foundation auction.
Sheridan, Sheridan County, Wyoming
Staff updated the council on an RFP to study Gillespie Draw for a potential West Beltway route and on several city initiatives, including an upcoming quarterly budget presentation and the Nov. 4–11 Operation Greenlight veterans campaign.
2025 Legislature LA, Louisiana
At a joint Oct. 13 committee meeting in Covington, the Louisiana Alliance of Children's Advocacy Centers outlined service counts and state funding rules; legislators pressed the group over its 10% administrative retention from state appropriations in House Bill 1, reimbursement-based payments to local centers, and how supplemental member appropri-
Sheridan, Sheridan County, Wyoming
City clerk presented proposed revisions to the public records request policy to incorporate the Wyoming retention schedule, move fees into the master fee schedule, clarify roles and processing steps, and note the city's average request-closure times are well under the 30-day statutory limit.
Durham County, North Carolina
Durham County Planning and Development Department staff and consultant Code Studios announced a virtual question‑and‑answer session on the county’s new UDO Project that will present proposed Model 3 content on environmental protection, subdivision and infrastructure.
2025 Legislature LA, Louisiana
Officials from the Louisiana Organ Procurement Agency told a joint House and Senate Health and Welfare committee on Oct. 13 in Covington that organ and tissue donation rates remain far below demand in Louisiana and nationwide, and asked legislators to consider continued policy and funding support.
Tulsa, Tulsa County, Oklahoma
Tulsa Animal Services said its save rate rose from 67% in 2018 to nearly 80% and announced a partnership with Tulsa Fire to place microchip scanners at every fire station to help reunite lost pets with owners.
Sheridan, Sheridan County, Wyoming
City clerk reported an administrative ownership transfer of liquor license for Cowboy Cafe (license Lisonbee No. 12) from Cowboy Cafe 2, LLC to KMR Enterprise, LLC, scheduled to close in November; staff noted a caveat that if the sale does not close by year-end the license would remain with the current owner and expire.
Asheville City Schools, School Districts, North Carolina
School staff and students described growth at the William Randolph campus�alternative programs and raised operational questions: whether to seek a dedicated school number (which affects funding and staffing), requests for expanded career and technical education (CTE) offerings, and concerns about on-site nursing and emergency medication access.
Milwaukee , Milwaukee County, Wisconsin
The Department of City Development and the public corporation Rackham told the Finance & Personnel Committee on Oct. 13 that 2026 priorities include finishing the Homes MKE rehab and resale program, launching a $1.6 million homeownership development subsidy to support 25 new infill homes, expanding commercial corridor grant funding to $1 million, and continuing TIF and Rackham activity to support housing and redevelopment.
Sheridan, Sheridan County, Wyoming
Q Construction LLC requested rezoning of a one-acre parcel at 1039 Second Avenue East from R-1 to B-1 to allow multiple multifamily structures (applicant estimated about 24 units); staff said notices were sent to 22 adjacent property owners and no public inquiries had been received.
Live Oak, Bexar County, Texas
Staff reported completion of a concrete replacement for Main Park parking lots, with minor punch-list work remaining. Commissioners asked about master-plan items such as pool-area improvements and kayak launch; staff said adoption and grant outcomes are pending.
Milwaukee , Milwaukee County, Wisconsin
The Board of Zoning Appeals reported a 10% proposed budget increase in 2026, driven largely by added mailing notice costs after December 2024 legislation that broadened notification scope. Officials told the committee they will move to Legistar and translate notices into Spanish, Hmong and other commonly used languages.
Edmond, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma
Council and the Public Works Authority approved multiple agenda items including a large water‑plant change order, a citywide sponsorship valuation contract, a Fuelman fleet card program and a rezoning PUD. Most motions passed unanimously; a preliminary plat vote was 3‑2.
Sheridan, Sheridan County, Wyoming
Staff recommended awarding the Blacktooth Park Phase 6 irrigation contract to Highland Inc. for $222,478; the work would add irrigation across roughly five acres around the all-inclusive playground and may accommodate future tree and shelter plantings.
Durham County, North Carolina
Durham County staff said the county is seeking community input on a Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Vision Plan, including a survey and upcoming in‑person events; staff named several potential boarding locations and a project website (as stated in the meeting).
Battle Ground School District, School Districts, Washington
Trustees approved revisions to Policy 4260 to add the same four protected classes added to the district nondiscrimination policy. Staff said the changes align local facility rental practices with state law; federal protections for nationally organized youth groups under Title 36 remain in effect.
Milwaukee , Milwaukee County, Wisconsin
The Milwaukee Department of Neighborhood Services presented its 2026 executive budget to the Finance & Personnel Committee on Oct. 13, 2025, reporting modest overall reductions in staffing and salary costs while detailing enforcement priorities — notably advisory outreach to 1,300 unlicensed short‑term rental listings and expansion of illegal‑dumping camera enforcement — and new technology and staffing adjustments to speed permitting and inspections.
Waukesha City, Waukesha County, Wisconsin
Following a letter from an attorney for a person injured in a dog attack, the committee asked the city attorney to draft an ordinance adopting Wisconsin Statute 174.02 into the municipal code and authorized rapid drafting for the next council meeting.
Waukesha City, Waukesha County, Wisconsin
The committee unanimously authorized the city attorney to draft an ordinance adopting Wisconsin Statute 174.02 into the municipal code, enabling municipal citations and increased forfeitures for dog attacks and related damages.
Amherst, Lorain County, Ohio
At its Oct. 13, 2025 meeting the Amherst Finance Committee voted 7-0 to excuse the safety service director who submitted a letter, and later voted 7-0 to adjourn after advancing two items to council.
Live Oak, Bexar County, Texas
Commissioners and staff reviewed this year’s Shindig, highlighting new carnival games, increased volunteer support and shuttle service; staff said planning for 2026 is already underway and the commission was asked to hold a January meeting to discuss event direction.
Edmond, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma
The City of Edmond on a 5‑0 vote approved ordinance No. 4058 to rezone roughly 645 acres in southeast Edmond to a mixed‑use planned unit development (PUD). Developers and planners described a village‑style plan with large open‑space preservation and trail links; nearby residents raised stormwater, tree‑preservation and traffic worries.
Anderson City, Anderson County, South Carolina
Council approved the low bid from Trace Clearing and Grading for $185,400 to replace a damaged headwall on Glen Street; staff said FEMA inspected the damage and the project is expected to be about 75% reimbursable under FEMA public assistance.
Sheridan, Sheridan County, Wyoming
City staff presented a draft five-year alley use agreement for Smith Alley West allowing Smith Alley Brewery to operate an enclosed outdoor seating area with alcohol sales at no rent; councilors asked staff to clarify language on permanent alterations.
Amherst, Lorain County, Ohio
The Amherst Finance Committee voted 7-0 to send ordinance A25 32 to city council to reduce the annual food-truck license fee and change the licensing period to Jan. 1–Dec. 31; committee discussed a $135 cost estimate and a $60 replacement fee and clarified that current licensees will not receive refunds for this year.
Waukesha City, Waukesha County, Wisconsin
The committee recommended the Common Council adopt amendments to Municipal Code Chapter 7 that increase some parking forfeitures, add municipal citations for certain parking violations, and allow earlier removal of vehicles the police cannot locate an owner for after a good‑faith effort.
Tulsa, Tulsa County, Oklahoma
Speakers described the special services docket as an alternative to traditional prosecution for many low‑level municipal misdemeanors, focusing referrals on those with behavioral-health needs and citing data on recidivism and program graduation rates.
Anderson City, Anderson County, South Carolina
Council authorized purchase of a backup generator for the Generosity Creek Wastewater Treatment Plant. A FEMA Hazard Mitigation Grant will cover most of the $133,754 cost; the sewer utilities budget will cover the remainder.
Amherst, Lorain County, Ohio
The Amherst Finance Committee voted 7-0 on Oct. 13, 2025, to send ordinance 8 25 31 to city council with an emergency designation to reappropriate funds across accounts to cover property tax–related expenses, including auditor fees.
Waukesha City, Waukesha County, Wisconsin
Waukesha’s Ordinance and Licensing Committee recommended amendments to Municipal Code Chapter 7 to allow municipal citations for fire-lane and unregistered-vehicle parking, to permit earlier removal of vehicles the police cannot locate an owner for, and to increase parking forfeitures.
Waukesha City, Waukesha County, Wisconsin
The Waukesha City Ordinance and Licensing Committee approved operator (bartender) licenses for three applicants, and postponed consideration of two others — one to a three‑month follow-up and one to await the applicant's agent. The committee recommended approved licenses go on the council consent agenda.
Battle Ground School District, School Districts, Washington
The board unanimously adopted revisions to Policy 3210 to add ethnicity, homelessness, immigration or citizenship status, and neurodivergence to the district's nondiscrimination protections, citing state legislation codified this year.
Anderson City, Anderson County, South Carolina
On second reading the council approved Ordinance 25-16 to adopt the state-mandated business license rate class schedule using NAICS classifications; council said the update follows state requirements to revise the schedule every two years.
Sioux Falls School District 49-5, School Districts, South Dakota
Community groups, school staff and service providers marched in the eighth annual Native American Day parade in Sioux Falls, where organizers highlighted cultural traditions, honored a grand marshal from the Sioux Falls School District 49-5 and announced local outreach and job openings.
Waukesha City, Waukesha County, Wisconsin
The Waukesha City Ordinance and Licensing Committee on Oct. 13 recommended approval of three bartender/operator licenses and deferred two applicants amid questions about criminal records and requests for employer testimony.
Tonganoxie, School Boards, Kansas
Tonganoxie USD 464 board approved the meeting agenda and consent items, approved an additional warrant list, authorized a Cisco Meraki licensing renewal not to exceed $39,362.54, and selected KSB as the superintendent search firm.
Battle Ground School District, School Districts, Washington
The Battle Ground School District Board of Directors on Oct. 13 tabled proposed revisions to Policy 3241 after extended discussion about new state-aligned definitions for corrective actions, discretionary and non‑discretionary discipline and concerns over the phrase “culturally responsive.”
Anderson City, Anderson County, South Carolina
Anderson City Council passed Ordinance 25-15 on second reading to amend the city code's noise rules, clarifying prohibited sound sources and setting hours for construction and events.
Schuylkill Valley SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The Schuylkill Valley School District board approved a bundle of personnel actions, vendor contracts, donations and expenditure ratifications at its Oct. 28 meeting, including solicitor retention with Fox Rothschild LLP and several school contracts and hires.
Winter Springs, Seminole County, Florida
After months of review and a unanimous vote, the Winter Springs City Commission approved the Wawa at Winter Springs Marketplace site plan, conditional use and related applications, while requiring a single monument sign at the intersection and tying final approval to technical permits and parking/pond modifications.
Tonganoxie, School Boards, Kansas
District staff presented an accelerated procurement schedule for a Tonganoxie Elementary School (TES) HVAC replacement, including an RFQ/RFP process and interviews Oct. 30 to select a construction manager at risk (CMAR).
Decatur, Wise County, Texas
The Decatur Economic Development Corporation reported rising population and employment metrics, business-park activity including a new corporate headquarters performance agreement, and new workforce efforts at the Oct. 13 City Council meeting.
Englewood City, Arapahoe County, Colorado
Utilities staff reported progress on water, sewer and stormwater: $103 million in loans/grants secured, advanced meter rollout 75% complete, lead service‑line removals well underway with a target completion in 2026, and a reduced near‑term water capital gap from $18M to about $10M.
Derby, Sedgwick County, Kansas
At the Oct. 13 Derby Board of Education meeting the board approved the meeting agenda, routine minutes, a consent agenda, a short recess for a photo and local implementation steps for HB 2382; all recorded votes were unanimous (7-0).
Austin, Travis County, Texas
The City of Austin Board of Adjustment voted 11–0 on Oct. 13 to grant an appeal that found a plan approval for a proposed North University development noncompliant — concluding the approved plans showed more than three units, failed to meet NCCD front‑yard averaging and side‑yard separation rules, and treated attic area inconsistently with the HOME ordinance’s gross‑floor‑area definition.
Tulsa, Tulsa County, Oklahoma
Speakers said the city identified funding to raise storm inlets and remove dips on South Memorial Drive after added asphalt left inlets low; the presentation listed $75,000 from vision funds (District 8), $150,000 matched from District 7 community development funds and $100,000 from the city's general fund.
Tonganoxie, School Boards, Kansas
Tonganoxie USD 464 board members discussed proposals from three search firms and voted unanimously to hire KSB (referred to in discussion also as KASB) to conduct the district's superintendent search.
Englewood City, Arapahoe County, Colorado
Englewood staff asked council for permission to apply to CDOT’s bridge grant for a Union Avenue Bridge rehabilitation; engineering estimates place the project at about $4.11 million and Englewood has $1.85 million available for matching funds. The application deadline is Nov. 5; award notification expected early next year.
Collin County, Texas
During public comment at the Oct. 13 meeting, Barbara Dawn Lyke of Wiley, Texas urged continued financial and community support for breast cancer research, cited the STAR trial and local fundraisers, and praised long-running fundraising by the Baylor Scott & White Dallas Foundation.
Olathe, Johnson County, Kansas
The Olathe Planning Commission acknowledged the recent death of Assistant City Attorney Rochelle Breckenridge and extended condolences to her family; commissioners noted her more than 11 years of service supporting the city and the commission.
Cerritos City, Orange County, California
The council voted 4–1 to direct staff to prepare a feasibility report and cost details for adding a 5K run/walk to the 2026 Spring Fling event. Staff estimated a baseline cost of about $14,000 and said additional costs such as street closures and extra sheriff coverage would raise the total and require a budget amendment.
Englewood City, Arapahoe County, Colorado
The Aurora South Metro Small Business Development Center told Englewood council it advised dozens of local clients in 2024, helped create jobs and capital access, and will launch new programs including a buyer-focused course and a statewide childcare advising effort.
Collin County, Texas
A county official reported the Regional Transportation Council approved federal surface-transportation priorities and noted an 81.1/18.9 East/West allocation imbalance that could shift future grants westward; the official also reminded the court about DFW World Cup matches and associated transportation planning.
Decatur, Wise County, Texas
Council approved an interlocal agreement committing Decatur to initial funding and participation in a proposed West Fork Public Utility Agency aimed at securing regional surface-water sources and coordinating water/wastewater planning.
Cerritos City, Orange County, California
The City Council unanimously approved a contract extension and budget transfer Monday to continue supplemental patrols by Southwest Patrol through the current fiscal year, citing a reported drop in residential burglaries.
St. Augustine, St. Johns County , Florida
City manager reported widespread coastal and neighborhood flooding after a rain-and-tide event over the prior weekend; fire, police and utilities responded to multiple incidents and staff will compile damage assessments and follow up on sewer lift-station spills.
Collin County, Texas
On Oct. 13 Collin County Commissioners Court pulled items 1F1 and 1H1 from the consent agenda for further review, citing a purchasing discrepancy and a lease provision the county could not accept, and approved the rest of the consent agenda and two staff promotions.
Tulsa, Tulsa County, Oklahoma
Presenters described a Flat Rock Creek partnership with Tulsa Housing Authority (36 North) to build trails, nature connections and potentially a fishing pond in North Tulsa, with presenters saying the project received community support and coincides with returning housing.
Cerritos City, Orange County, California
The Cerritos City Council on Monday approved multiple mayoral appointments and created an internal working group to improve coordination with Ube Fest organizers, voting unanimously on each item.
St. Augustine, St. Johns County , Florida
Staff presented a three-year agreement to sell reserved parking passes in Flagler College's garage for Nights of Lights and July 4 events; passes would be $50 and the city would keep 80% of revenue after security costs, with a minimum guarantee.
Collin County, Texas
Collin County Commissioners Court on Oct. 13 approved an $850,000 amendment to the FY2025 budget to cover increased costs for court-appointed adult and juvenile attorneys, citing a roughly 17% rise in expenditures from FY2024.
Kenosha, Kenosha County, Wisconsin
SciFi Networks told the Kenosha Public Works Committee it has made serviceable almost 40,000 residents, is substantially complete with trenching and hardscaping, and will continue restoration and vegetation work through October and into next year as needed.
Cerritos City, Orange County, California
The City Council voted 4–1 to introduce a development code amendment (DCA 2025‑3) that would remove the municipal limit of four self‑storage facilities citywide while keeping existing site and design standards in place. The ordinance will return for a second reading on Nov. 13 and, if adopted, take effect Dec. 13, 2025.
St. Augustine, St. Johns County , Florida
The commission approved first reading of Ordinance 2025-31, which adopts a timeline for condominium and cooperative associations to commence repairs after required milestone inspections; the language aligns the city code with a state statute enacted after the Surfside collapse.
Olathe, Johnson County, Kansas
With six of nine commissioners present, the Olathe Planning Commission elected Commissioner Creighton as temporary chair, approved a minor plat to reconfigure lots at Merlin Commercial Park to enable a sale to Kwik Trip, and continued a rezoning request for the Lone Elm townhomes to a future meeting.
Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska
At its Oct. 13 meeting the Kenai Peninsula Borough Rural Plat Committee approved a consent agenda grouping four noncontroversial plats, approved preliminary plats for Crane France and Barnett Lot 1A, postponed Tulane Terrace West Terrace Unit 1, and heard an informational update on a municipal entitlement acquisition survey.
St. Augustine, St. Johns County , Florida
The City Commission passed first reading of Ordinance 2025-30, a non-substantive update modernizing parking code definitions and aligning cross-references with state statute.
Derby, Sedgwick County, Kansas
Derby High School art staff propose piloting jewelry-making and fibers courses next spring after a student interest survey; board was asked to approve the pilot and staff posted pacing guides for public review.
Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska
The Kenai Peninsula Borough Rural Plat Committee granted preliminary approval Oct. 13 to Barnett Lot 1A 2025 Resubdivision (KPV file 2025-140), dividing a 1.542‑acre parcel into two lots and requiring city utility connections prior to final plat recording.
St. Augustine, St. Johns County , Florida
City staff presented a review of the city's animal-drawn vehicle franchises after months of public complaints about animal care, stalled recordkeeping and lease violations. Commissioners agreed the industry would remain but directed staff to return with concrete changes on facilities, heat thresholds, routes, fees and enforcement.
Oak Grove, Clackamas County, Oregon
Council approved multiple consent and ordinance items including a residential recycling agreement, cannabis/hemp retail fee schedule and publication authorization; details and vote outcomes listed.
Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska
On Oct. 13, 2025, the Kenai Peninsula Borough Rural Plat Committee granted preliminary approval for the Crane France Edition No. 1 subdivision (KPV file 2025-145), subdividing a 65.786-acre parcel into 16 lots and a 30.177‑acre tract and approving exceptions to KBB 20.30.100 (cul‑de‑sacs) and KBB 20.30.170 (block length).
Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska
Kenai Peninsula Borough planning staff said Oct. 13 that contractors cut nearly 4,000 beetle-killed trees around Key Beach using congressional earmark funds and Firewise techniques, and that the borough is addressing recent trespass reports on borough parcels through code enforcement procedures.
Amherst, Lorain County, Ohio
At its Oct. 13 meeting, the Amherst City Council unanimously adopted a fund reappropriation ordinance and approved a final development plan for an unheated storage building, scheduled two finance items for Oct. 20 and heard that the Ohio Auditor of State accepted the city's 2024 audit.
Derby, Sedgwick County, Kansas
The city requested a drainage easement across district property at Sweeny Elementary to replace an undersized culvert; district operations said the parcel is in the floodplain and the work is expected in 2026.
Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska
On Oct. 13 the Kenai Peninsula Borough Planning Commission approved several land-use actions including a utility easement vacation, a section line easement vacation (recommendation to proceed), a right-of-way vacation, and a private-road naming resolution; the commission also approved six plats via the plat committee report.
San Patricio County, Texas
A roundup of formal actions taken by the San Patricio County Commissioners Court on Oct. 14, 2025, including claims approval, budget transfers, contracts, personnel changes, and a settlement agreement.
Easly City, Pickens, South Carolina
Easley Combined Utilities gave a status report to the council highlighting adequate water treatment capacity, aging distribution infrastructure, nuclear power contracts and about $2 million in estimated hurricane damage awaiting federal/state grants.
Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska
The Kenai Peninsula Borough Planning Commission voted unanimously Oct. 13 to grant a conditional use permit to allow construction of a 20-by-45-foot bridge across Storisky Creek for an access road serving a new Hillcorp pad; staff said the applicant has not started work and still needs state and federal permits.
San Patricio County, Texas
County Judge David Krebs and the commissioners proclaimed October 2025 as Careers in Energy Week; Stephanie Hadechick, founder of This Ones for the Gals, described her work connecting local girls to energy-sector career pathways.
Decatur, Wise County, Texas
Decatur City Council on Oct. 13 approved multiple fiscal and development actions, including publication of notice to issue up to $32.5 million in certificates of obligation, sale of two surplus city lots, and a suite of ordinances and development amendments.
ORONO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Boards, Minnesota
The Orono Public School District board approved the consent agenda, which included minutes, personnel actions, wage adjustments and $6,091.11 in donations, and approved annual policy reviews for three numbered policies; six 500-series policies received a first reading and will return for a second reading.
San Patricio County, Texas
Following a consultant speed study using the Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices, San Patricio County approved a 45 mph limit on County Road 1876 between County Road 2095 and County Road 2221 in Precinct 3.
Cecil County Public Schools, School Boards, Maryland
Commissioners reviewed current sign programs, grants and code-enforcement limits and gave staff guidance to coordinate with community services, consider uniform historic signage, map districts and return with options when budget allows.
Oak Grove, Clackamas County, Oregon
Sergeant Justin Weller presented September statistics: burglaries, thefts, traffic stops, and several notable incidents including an unoccupied-residence burglary and a warrant arrest.
ORONO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Boards, Minnesota
Orono Public School District leadership presented and adopted a consolidated school safety framework that emphasizes prevention, threat assessment, mental-health supports and layered physical security measures; framework is posted on the district website.
Tulsa, Tulsa County, Oklahoma
The 'True Reads' automated meter program will replace more than 145,000 residential water meters over four years, with online mapping, notifications and a short service interruption for each home; crews will also perform a quick lead service line inspection and report results on the program map.
Easly City, Pickens, South Carolina
At its meeting the City of Easley Council approved multiple ordinances and budget amendments including a $332,300 opioid recovery grant to hire two police officers and purchase two vehicles.
Cecil County Public Schools, School Boards, Maryland
Commissioners directed staff to research the history of a surviving Park Place service-station wall, provide an informational report by email and include a ballpark cost for excavation, relocation and storage; staff will return the item for future action.
Wyoming, Kent County, Michigan
City planning staff proposed reducing minimum lot widths and areas for R‑2/R‑3 zones and merging them into a single standard to reduce nonconformity (about 63% now) and permit modest expansions, accessory structures and reinvestment in historic neighborhoods. Staff said the change would raise conformity to roughly 99.6%.
Kenosha, Kenosha County, Wisconsin
The Kenosha Public Works Committee on Oct. 13 approved a series of routine contracts, project acceptances, resolutions and a development agreement affecting downtown and industrial-area public improvements.
Derby, Sedgwick County, Kansas
A contractor broke a 2-inch water main at Stone Creek Elementary before school started; district staff said estimated damage is about $101,260 and the district will file a claim and seek subrogation; the district faces a $50,000 deductible.
Cecil County Public Schools, School Boards, Maryland
The Historic Landmark Commission voted to grant a favorable determination that $16,252 in qualifying work at 218 North Locust Street constitutes permanent improvement and restoration under the local landmark tax-exemption code, excluding consulting fees.
Wyoming, Kent County, Michigan
Staff presented a draft policy to use the 2023 Brownfield law amendment (Public Act 90) to reimburse certain housing development costs via tax increment capture. The draft limits reimbursable activities, sets a 70% capture cap, requires at least 20% of units be rent‑restricted and caps affordability at 90% AMI for at least 10 years.
Live Oak, Bexar County, Texas
The Live Oak Tree Care Board discussed details for this year’s Arbor Day event, to be led by the Live Oak Village Garden Club at Crestview on Nov. 7 at 9 a.m.; staff described a tree-planting kit and recommended early arrival for check-in. The board also approved minutes from its April 8 meeting and introduced three new alternates.
San Patricio County, Texas
Sheriff Oscar Rivera told commissioners the county jail is over capacity and carries significant monthly costs; commissioners approved interlocal agreements with four counties to house inmates while Zavala County remains pending.
Oak Grove, Clackamas County, Oregon
Council members questioned an $838 deck permit and a reported $857 shed permit tied to purchase price; the city’s building official said a maximum-fee schedule for large projects will be presented to council.
Tulsa, Tulsa County, Oklahoma
Tulsa presenters described Alternate Response Teams (ART 1 and ART 2), the TFD Cares case‑management program, and an overdose response team that pair clinicians, community paramedics and peer recovery specialists for crisis response and follow-up care.
Alabama State Department of Education, State Agencies, Executive, Alabama
The Alabama State Board of Education on June 10 unanimously approved extensions and approvals of educator-preparation programs at several colleges and adopted administrative-code changes, including removing Social Security number collection from student enrollment rules.
Derby, Sedgwick County, Kansas
Derby Public Schools reported 71 new certified hires and 97 classified hires this year, ongoing substitution and vacancy challenges, and details on restricted/alternative licensing pathways and substitute requirements.
Tulsa, Tulsa County, Oklahoma
A membership-based micro grocery called the Bazaar is proposing a nonprofit grocery and food-truck hub in the Dawson neighborhood to address a local food desert, with Phase 1 focused on a grocery store and food trucks and $500,000 in District 3 infrastructure funds pledged.
Lansing, School Boards, Kansas
The Lansing USD 469 board approved the consent agenda, approved the high-school anime club constitution with edits, assigned the supplemental-salary study to its negotiations committee, approved new hires and exits, and adopted a hearing officer decision following executive session.
Shawnee County, Kansas
Shawnee County Planning Commission planning staff presented draft solar energy regulations at a town hall meeting meant to gather public input on how the county should allow and limit solar farms.
Easly City, Pickens, South Carolina
The City of Easley Council voted to repeal its zoning ordinance and adopt a new Unified Development Ordinance (UDO) as amended. One council member said the public had insufficient time to review late-posted changes and voted against the measure.
Delaware City, Delaware County, Ohio
City staff said the city-owned vacant lot near the former Banks Market on London Road could be auctioned on GovDeals with a starting appraisal of $35,000 and a requirement that a permanent storm-sewer easement be established by the buyer.
Wilson SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Short interviews recorded by Wilson Media Productions at Camp Con captured campers praising canoeing, Gaga ball, archery and scavenger hunts; a staff member called the experience a "great learning opportunity."
Village of Clemmons, Forsyth County, North Carolina
The council adopted two ABC (Alcoholic Beverage Control) resolution forms authorizing manager Mike Gannell and assistant manager Amy Flight for ABC-related local government opinions and signatures.
Oak Grove, Clackamas County, Oregon
After extended public comment and Planning Commission conditions, the Oak Grove City Council approved a conditional-use permit for an 8-by-24-foot floating dock with annual removal and recovery conditions.
Delaware City, Delaware County, Ohio
A Frontier Communications representative told Delaware City Council the company plans a $40 million fiber broadband build targeting thousands of locations, but permitting issues have slowed the Q4 rollout.
Lansing, School Boards, Kansas
District special education lead reviewed federal IDEA obligations, eligibility categories, the evaluation timeline and service continuum, saying roughly 600 students receive special education or gifted services in the district.
Alabama State Department of Education, State Agencies, Executive, Alabama
The Alabama State Board of Education voted June 10 to end state intervention of the Montgomery County school system after board members and state staff said the district met requirements under the Educational Accountability and Intervention Act.
Coffey County, Kansas
The county discussed next steps for selling a downtown commercial property (405–407 Neochote Street), asked a prospective listing agent to inspect the building and report proposed listing prices and net proceeds; no sale decision was made.
Delaware City, Delaware County, Ohio
Delaware City Council on Oct. 13 approved zoning changes for Ohio Wesleyan University and Berlin Station Road, adopted an employment agreement for the city manager and authorized application to the Ohio Public Works Commission for roadway and signal projects; several items on the consent agenda also passed.
Lansing, School Boards, Kansas
The Lansing USD 469 Board of Education voted to approve a resolution denying a requested RHID for the Monroe Manor subdivision after an extended public-comment period featuring both local officials and residents.
Wyoming, Kent County, Michigan
Kent County Sheriff’s Office told Wyoming council the new Real Time Intelligence Center integrates cameras, license‑plate readers, fleet and body‑worn feeds and drones via a FUSIS platform funded from a school radio grant; officials emphasized voluntary participation, MOUs, audit logs and limited buffering of live feeds.
Derby, Sedgwick County, Kansas
Derby Rotary and community groups presented a $51,586 check to Derby Public Schools to fund student meals; funds came from Rotary donations, a Hot Wheels car show and a citywide garage sale with widespread volunteer participation.
Wyoming, Kent County, Michigan
Kent County Drain Commissioner Ken Yonker and staff described erosion, a culvert failure and a petition-driven repair plan for the BeeHanna‑Foley Drain. The county estimates roughly $3 million in construction costs, with the City of Wyoming’s share at about 23% (about $700,000) and property owners bearing roughly 72% (about $2.1 million) spread by
WICHITA FALLS ISD, School Districts, Texas
After a presentation from Third Future Schools, the Wichita Falls ISD board voted 6-0 to proceed with an amended 1882 partnership to bring two additional campuses into the network, subject to a grant application and contract negotiations.
Clark County, Washington
Clark County staff presented three options for a dilapidated county-owned building used by Sea Mar/WIC in Battle Ground — sell to Sea Mar for $1, sell at fair market, or repair and retain county ownership. No final decision was made; staff will return with more information in November.
Village of Clemmons, Forsyth County, North Carolina
Council members, the village attorney and planning staff discussed an omnibus approach to animal- and noise-related complaints, directing staff to prepare UDO and nuisance-code revisions and to pursue short-term process changes to improve enforcement.
Coffey County, Kansas
County staff briefed the board on an exploratory memorandum of understanding between TerraPower and Evergy regarding Natrium small modular reactors and discussed potential local steps including letters of support, site identification and workforce implications.
Piper-Kansas City, School Boards, Kansas
District staff told trustees they plan to migrate from BoardDocs to Diligent; staff also proposed limiting livestream availability to one week before removing recordings from public channels to reduce workload and storage.
Clark County, Washington
The Clark County Urban County Policy Board approved several funding moves Oct. 13 to address a HUD timeliness exception and reduce the risk of losing CDBG entitlement funds, including a $300,000 reallocation to the housing preservation program and one-time allocations to TBRA programs.
West Bend City, Washington County, Wisconsin
At its Oct. 7 meeting the Plan Commission of the City of West Bend approved multiple zoning and site items and heard a quarterly update on downtown activities.
Coffey County, Kansas
The Coffey County Board of Commissioners approved routine payroll notices, letters of support for transportation and training grants, a $125,000 local renovation grant for Crosswinds Counseling, and a special‑use permit for a grain bunker at its regular meeting.
Piper-Kansas City, School Boards, Kansas
Trustees approved buying furniture and wiring to outfit a mock courtroom for Piper High School using Secure the Shift funding/Rural World Learning Kaufman Foundation grant; motion passed with a recorded 5-1 tally.
Cleveland, School Districts, Tennessee
The Cleveland City Schools Board approved three facilities items: replacement of Ross Elementary's cooling tower (estimated $400,000), purchase and installation of an illuminated sign for Candies Creek Cherokee Elementary (about $8,000 using easement funds) and contingent approval to buy a 1.84-acre property at 920 Mouse Creek Road for $475,000.
West Bend City, Washington County, Wisconsin
The Plan Commission of the City of West Bend on Tuesday approved a change to the 2020 comprehensive plan and a zoning map amendment that will allow developer Fiduciary Real Estate Development to pursue multifamily housing on about 64.13 acres at the southwest corner of East Paradise Drive and South River Road.
Derby, Sedgwick County, Kansas
Derby Public Schools staff presented beginning-of-year and state assessment results, showing mixed outcomes across grade levels and subjects and noting that some curriculum changes take multiple years to show effects.
Piper-Kansas City, School Boards, Kansas
A community member urged the board to consider stronger screening such as metal detectors or X-ray checkpoints after warning about the risk of approved visitors concealing weapons.
Cleveland, School Districts, Tennessee
The Cleveland City Schools Board voted to approve the district's Tennessee Investment in Student Achievement (TISA) plan, which sets multi-year proficiency targets for third-grade reading, districtwide ELA and math and keeps action steps emphasizing instructional materials, coaching and data-driven interventions.
Cleveland County Schools, School Districts, North Carolina
At its Oct. 13 meeting the Cleveland County Board of Education approved a proposed beginning budget resolution and a personnel report, heard committee recommendations on facilities and CTE spending, reviewed a draft 2026–2030 strategic plan and recognized staff and students for lifesaving actions and kindness work.
Derby, Sedgwick County, Kansas
The Derby Board of Education voted unanimously to adopt local implementation measures for House Bill 2382 requiring a video on embryonic development be shown before lessons addressing human development; the district created teacher briefings and an opt-out process for families.
Tea Area School District 41-5, School Districts, South Dakota
The board approved the meeting agenda and consent items, accepted resignations and approved new hires, appointed a delegate to the ASBSD assembly, scheduled a high-school open house, tabled a board-purpose statement, and approved a list of students for early graduation.
Brookings, Curry County, Oregon
Summary of formal council actions taken at the Oct. 13 meeting: consent calendar approved, motion to draft Reedsport support letter approved, and amendment to city manager employment agreement approved.
Piper-Kansas City, School Boards, Kansas
District staff presented 2025 KAP assessment results, noting new cut scores and performance descriptors; district plans PLC work, screeners, and targeted interventions to raise proficiency.
Easly City, Pickens, South Carolina
Public-works staff recommended reallocating previously budgeted funds to purchase a used 2014 Peterbilt one-arm side-loader from the city of Greenwood for about $40,000 as a backup to the existing fleet; staff said purchase would not require new money and would preserve service and crew safety.
Tea Area School District 41-5, School Districts, South Dakota
Miss Franklin presented the Titan Spotlight, giving a monthly update on preschool programs and classroom activities, including enrollment, new classroom materials purchased with a prize, and parent communication strategies.
Cascade City, Dubuque County, Iowa
City staff reported moving a school crosswalk to Harrison Street Southeast for improved visibility, plans to flush hydrants on Nov. 10, a citywide cleanup day, nuisance abatements at two properties and other community maintenance and events.
Alabama State Department of Education, State Agencies, Executive, Alabama
Superintendent Doctor Mackey told the board that more than 8,700 high-school students participated in work-based learning across 267 high schools and career centers, cited hours worked and earnings figures, and introduced student-produced videos from a statewide contest.
Easly City, Pickens, South Carolina
Council discussed the ATAX committee’s proposed accommodation-tax (ATAX) disbursement percentages, questioned acceptance of a late application and whether the committee’s recommendation should be memorialized in a written resolution for transparency.
Tea Area School District 41-5, School Districts, South Dakota
District after-school program (TAS) reported 100 students currently served and a waiting list of 215, and staff said an upcoming state licensing listening session on student-to-staff ratios could affect how many children the program can serve.
Easly City, Pickens, South Carolina
Police described a program funded by an award from the South Carolina opioid recovery fund to hire two officers, buy two vehicles and run a prevention-focused initiative targeted at students; department said funds are largely recurring and can pay for additional capital improvements.
Brookings, Curry County, Oregon
County Commissioner Lynn Coker told the council she and the county plan to launch a U.S. Naval Sea Cadets unit based in Brookings and invited volunteers to two leadership training sessions at the library on Oct. 17.
Cascade City, Dubuque County, Iowa
Cascade City Council approved bonding and authorized a professional services agreement with MSA to design and bid the Third Avenue Southwest and Hayes Street Southwest reconstruction project; design work will proceed for winter with a planned bid opening in March and construction next season.
Tea Area School District 41-5, School Districts, South Dakota
Staff reported completion of several construction punch-list items at the new high school, progress at the bus barn and roofing projects, and next steps for a middle school property plat and soil borings.
Easly City, Pickens, South Carolina
Council members questioned whether the version of the Unified Development Ordinance (Ordinance 2025-11) presented for second reading matched the text they had at first reading and raised concerns about public notice, planning commission role, and the process for amendments between readings.
Easly City, Pickens, South Carolina
Easley Combined Utilities officials described system ownership of Catawba nuclear plant power, a needed supplemental power contract, growing customer counts, sewer-basin service rules tied to annexation, aging sewer mains that may require borrowing, and federal FEMA reimbursements for storm repairs.
Tea Area School District 41-5, School Districts, South Dakota
Board reviewed the annual levy trend report showing declines in owner-occupied property levies, including a 24¢ drop in the bond redemption levy from last year, and discussed how state-level proposals could change future funding.
Alabama State Department of Education, State Agencies, Executive, Alabama
On Sept. 9 the Alabama State Board of Education unanimously approved the department's FY2022 operating budget, adopted rules changes affecting instructional services and specialized treatment centers, approved an educator-preparation program and adopted a statewide teacher observation program, and adopted several resolutions recognizing employees,
WICHITA FALLS ISD, School Districts, Texas
Wichita Falls Independent School District trustees voted unanimously to adopt the 2025–26 District Improvement Plan after a lengthy work‑session discussion focused on literacy and math performance in early grades and strategies to accelerate student learning.
Cascade City, Dubuque County, Iowa
Cascade City Council discussed options to buy or rebuild an ambulance (estimates $290,000–$330,000) but voted to table resolution 102-25 to the next meeting for further review of specs, fuel type and financing timing.
Sunnyvale, Dallas County, Texas
The Sunnyvale Town Council approved on first reading an ordinance updating the town fee schedule on Sept. 13, adopting a series of permit and service fee adjustments while removing the $15 alarm‑permit renewal fee; the motion passed 4‑1 with Mayor Sajid George opposed.
Brookings, Curry County, Oregon
Mayor Isaac Hodges read a proclamation declaring October 2025 Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Rachel Espie, executive director of the SAFE Project, reported on services provided in Curry County since July 2024, including shelter operations and crisis-line contacts.
Lenoir City, Loudon County, Tennessee
After hours of public comment and a third‑party engineering review, the Lenoir City Council discussed asking the planning commission to require intersection and access improvements at Simpson Road, Shaw Ferry and U.S. 321 and to request an independent traffic study before the county’s new school proceeds.
Russell County, Kentucky
The court approved a second‑reading budget amendment that included opioid fund carryover and appropriations, several transfers to support a fire department truck and jail operations, and preapproval of a rescue‑squad grant. The court also accepted a short county road into the system, held an executive session on litigation, and agreed to draft an
Cascade City, Dubuque County, Iowa
The council approved a resolution to buy a Ferno INX cot for the Cascade EMS service; members debated repair vs. replacement and whether to use refurbished parts for an older cot.
Sunnyvale, Dallas County, Texas
Town staff said an RFP for a broadband/cell infrastructure action plan went live Oct. 1 and is set to close Nov. 7. Staff expects to report progress to council on Nov. 10, complete evaluations by Nov. 21 and bring an award recommendation for Dec. 8. Cobb Finley will assist and the town seeks solutions from multiple providers.
Franklin County, School Districts, Tennessee
At its October meeting the Franklin County Board of Education approved the meeting agenda, consent agenda (including field trip approvals), budget amendments, financial reports, two policies in Section 3 and review of Sections 1 and 3; it also approved the TISA accountability plan and the 2025 local education agency compliance report.
Forest Lake City, Washington County, Minnesota
The council approved a paid-on-call firefighter pension benefit increase, approved Lakes Floral invoice (with recusal noted), and approved other consent items as part of the meeting.
Brookings, Curry County, Oregon
Council approved an amendment to align the city manager’s pay with the Brookings management compensation plan, retroactive to July 1, 2025, to address compression in the pay scale.
Sunnyvale, Dallas County, Texas
Town staff presented a Phase 1 summary of the Imagine Sunnyvale comprehensive plan public engagement on Sept. 13, saying 441 people completed an online survey and that the consultant will publish a full report and an existing‑conditions memorandum before a visioning workshop on Jan. 21.
Milwaukee County, Wisconsin
Lieutenant Paul Corson told the finance committee the Timmerman Airport‑based Civil Air Patrol composite squadron has rebuilt membership since the pandemic and is formalizing school STEM outreach; he also outlined building maintenance and insurance costs and requested flexibility in county support.
Cascade City, Dubuque County, Iowa
Cascade City Council approved Resolution No. 99-25 to transfer a parcel of city-owned property after staff corrected the legal description; council described the vote as a formality.
Franklin County, School Districts, Tennessee
The Franklin County Board of Education approved a resolution to transfer the Franklin County (FC) Prevention Coalition from the Board of Education to Franklin County government so coalition programs can align with a recently awarded broadband-connected community grant.
POTEAU, School Districts, Oklahoma
A roll-call summary of motions and board outcomes from the Poteau Public Schools meeting, including budget adoption, contract approvals, policy adoptions and personnel actions approved after executive session.
Forest Lake City, Washington County, Minnesota
Forest Lake authorized city engineers to proceed under a Minnesota DNR grant to study, acquire and restore a stormwater corridor along Judicial Ditch 4 to provide regional flood storage, wetland restoration and future greenway connections.
Fort Pierce, St. Lucie County, Florida
The board approved a major site plan amendment for Precast Specialties allowing an on-site batch plant in phase 1 and a subsequent office/workshop expansion in phase 2, subject to eight conditions including operating-hours limits, tree mitigation and erosion-control sequencing.
Lynnwood, Snohomish County, Washington
Lynnwood authorized the mayor to execute a purchase and sale agreement for the Beck property to provide a construction staging area for planned wastewater treatment plant upgrades; funding will come from the sewer utility rather than the general fund.
Westminster, Jefferson County, Colorado
Council passed an ordinance on first reading that authorizes the city manager to promulgate rules governing access to city-owned property and names Westminster Park Rangers as enforcement agents; supporters called for consistency, opponents said enforcement could criminalize people experiencing homelessness until the city provides shelter options.
Alabama State Department of Education, State Agencies, Executive, Alabama
The Alabama State Board of Education on Sept. 9 split 4-4 on two nominees to the Alabama Public Charter School Commission and voted to carry the selection to next month’s meeting after an initial tied roll call and a failed revote.
Milwaukee County, Wisconsin
The County Board Committee on Finance voted 7–0 to recommend adoption of the Southeastern Wisconsin Regional Planning Commission’s 2026 levy certification for partial county support; full board will consider the item at the Nov. 6, 2025 budget meeting.
Fort Pierce, St. Lucie County, Florida
The board voted to approve a major site plan for a new Bev Smith Kia dealership at 5560 S. U.S. Highway 1, including a 40,791-square-foot building, nearly 500 parking spaces and stormwater controls; approval included five staff conditions.
Lynnwood, Snohomish County, Washington
The council approved a development agreement with the Lynnwood Public Facilities District (PFD) for an expanded event center and surrounding master plan, authorized an interlocal agreement to advance 30% design for a Ring Road with partial PFD funding, and adopted a resolution backing a $15 million short-term loan to the PFD; votes were unanimous.
POTEAU, School Districts, Oklahoma
Board approved adding Pre Med Defender as a voluntary secondary-insurance option under the district’s Section 125 cafeteria plan so employees can replace HealthChoice High with HealthChoice Basic plus Pre Med Defender to cover the coinsurance gap.
Franklin County, School Districts, Tennessee
Board members discussed forming a special athletics committee, shortages of athletic trainers covered by contracted physical therapists, and enrollment and test-score trends at South Middle School; no formal vote to create a committee was recorded.
Milwaukee County, Wisconsin
Milwaukee County Transit System officials told the County Board Finance Committee they face a projected $9.2 million 2025 shortfall and proposed a 15% cut in service, elimination or modification of several routes, a $0.75 adult fare increase and sunsetting a same-day paratransit pilot to help close the gap.
Lynnwood, Snohomish County, Washington
Lynnwood adopted Ordinance 3490 amending Lynnwood Municipal Code 2.92.0.07 to align small-works roster procurement language with a changed RCW reference; the change was characterized by staff as administrative and non-substantive.
Hiawatha, School Boards, Kansas
The Hiawatha board approved a laptop purchase, selected a snow‑removal proposal, authorized a memorandum of agreement for emergency mapping work, approved several overnight student trips with conditions, and confirmed assistant‑coach hires.
Spartanburg City, Spartanburg County, South Carolina
On Oct. 13, 2025 the Spartanburg City Council approved a second-reading ordinance creating a separate offense for crimes motivated by race, religion, sexual orientation, disability and other protected characteristics; council removed language referencing suspension of penalties by completion of education or counseling after staff recommendation.
Fort Pierce, St. Lucie County, Florida
After extended discussion on conditions including plat timing, noise mitigation near I-95 and cross-access easements, the board voted to table the Pulte Cornerstone master plan to allow staff and applicant time to resolve outstanding conditions before returning to the board.
2025 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
Utah Education and Telehealth Network officials said higher institutions and larger districts generally have more mature security controls; rural districts need shared services and staffing support through regional service agencies and UETN.
Lynnwood, Snohomish County, Washington
Lynnwood approved a council action to exceed the $100,000 procurement threshold to allow installation of EV charging stations at City Hall using a $60,000 Department of Ecology grant and a $40,000 local match; council was told the project total is expected to land near $111,000.
POTEAU, School Districts, Oklahoma
District staff reported work on multiple facility items including roof repairs, replacement of aging HVACs, purchase orders for two HVAC systems at PKMS, a charging station for electric buses, and a new parking area near PKMS. The board approved related encumbrances during the consent agenda.
2025 Legislature LA, Louisiana
DCFS Secretary Rebecca Harris told a joint Senate and House Health and Welfare Committee on Oct. 13 that the department has reorganized around a child‑welfare focus, has hired 53 second‑shift child‑protective staff and is deploying technology and QA teams to reduce a backlog of investigations.
Brookings, Curry County, Oregon
The Brookings City Council authorized the city manager to prepare a letter of support for Reedsport’s Flood Reduction Resiliency Project and to reach out to neighboring cities and the county for a joint or coordinated set of comments to the Coastal Zone Management Act review.
Lynnwood, Snohomish County, Washington
The Lynnwood City Council approved a contract with Musco Sports Lighting LLC to replace aging lights at Meadowdale play fields with LED fixtures, citing energy savings and increased field usability; council approved a 10% contingency and expects utility rebates and reduced maintenance.
Forest Lake City, Washington County, Minnesota
The council approved a preliminary plat and PUD for a 30-acre garage-condo and contractor-service yard development, amending conditions to allow exploration of exterior storage with restrictions and requiring owner declarations be submitted for city review and approval.
Fort Pierce, St. Lucie County, Florida
The planning board recommended approval of the Sunrise Lakes final planned development with 13 conditions after the applicant added a school bus turnaround, a sidewalk to Bell Avenue and expanded landscaping and drainage buffers; the board voted 5-2 with two members opposed over density and lot-size concerns.
2025 Legislature LA, Louisiana
The Louisiana Alliance of Children's Advocacy Centers told a joint legislative committee it supports 14 local child advocacy centers and retains a 10% administrative share of state funds; lawmakers raised concerns about the 10% retention, reimbursement-based payments and how supplemental member appropriations are treated.
Westminster, Jefferson County, Colorado
Council voted 7-0 on first reading to amend the 2040 Comprehensive Plan to allow childcare as a support commercial use in specified employment land-use categories and to increase ground-floor allowances, a step staff says could add up to about 7% of city land area where childcare might be sited.
Collin County, Texas
Summary of motions and recorded outcomes from the Collin County Commissioners Court meeting on Oct. 13, 2025, including consent actions, promotions, and a Health Care Foundation consent vote.
Lexington City, Fayette County, Kentucky
The Board of Adjustment approved Stacy Chase’s variance requests at 117 Vista Street to reduce side‑yard setbacks to allow repair and renovation of a damaged house, subject to five staff‑recommended conditions.
2025 Legislature LA, Louisiana
Officials from the Louisiana Organ Procurement Agency told a joint Senate and House Health and Welfare meeting in Covington that organ and tissue donation in Louisiana has grown but still falls short of demand; lawmakers thanked the agency and said they would discuss possible legislative support offline.
Fort Pierce, St. Lucie County, Florida
The board voted to recommend annexation of a roughly 0.23-acre parcel at 906 Skylark Drive into the city, assigning city RM (medium-density residential) future land use and R-4 zoning; staff said the change reduces maximum units compared with county allowances.
Hiawatha, School Boards, Kansas
Board members received athletics participation numbers and new athletic‑trainer services and discussed recurring problems with an opponent school's fan conduct and state classification rules that they say create competitive imbalances.
Collin County, Texas
A Collin County official reported the Regional Transportation Council adopted federal surface transportation priorities and highlighted a current east–west funding imbalance; officials also noted significant DFW transportation planning for nine World Cup matches next summer.
2025 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
Office of the Legislative Auditor General reported weaknesses in K–12 and higher-education cybersecurity practices, recommending study of minimum standards for local education agencies and clearer policy/accountability for institutions of higher education.
Missouri City, Fort Bend County, Texas
Missouri City’s LGC reviewed revised FY2026 budget and 2027 pro forma for Quail Valley, approved the name Quail Valley Golf Club, selected a logo and retained Missouri City signage on the entrance tower; staff outlined renovation timelines, a pricing strategy and public outreach for final rates.
POTEAU, School Districts, Oklahoma
The board approved two new policies recommended by the Oklahoma State School Boards Association: one defining limits and signage for service animals and another establishing procedures for bed-bug response separate from existing lice policy.
Collin County, Texas
The Collin County Commissioners Court voted 3-0 to amend its FY2025 budget to add $850,000 for court-appointed representation after an estimated 17% rise in related expenses.
Forest Lake City, Washington County, Minnesota
After extensive public comment about promised parkland and stormwater concerns, the Forest Lake City Council approved a preliminary plat and amended PUD for Chestnut Creek Phase 2 with direction to the developer and staff to work on providing parkland or fees to build a park.
Carson City, Ormsby County, Nevada
CTA staff presented mobile‑device and credit‑card transaction summaries showing a 7.9% increase in trips year‑over‑year and detailed caveats about the DataFi methodology and limitations of credit‑card spending metrics.
Westminster, Jefferson County, Colorado
At its Oct. 13 meeting the Westminster City Council adopted the 2026 budget and capital program, approved funding for a new fire station and a fire engine, and passed several ordinances and resolutions including a council position supporting a paramedics-and-pavement sales-tax ballot measure.
Overland Park, Johnson County, Kansas
Key approvals, continuances and denials from the Oct. 13 Planning Commission meeting, including approvals of a comprehensive-plan amendment, a major rezoning for a mixed-use campus, park and commercial development plans, and code changes for 2026 special-event permitting and daycare rules.
Payson City Council , Payson, Utah County, Utah
Organizers reported around 31–32 teams at the chamber golf tournament, including unanticipated participation by state legislators and a full-day visit from the governor; committee plans to refine logistics and sponsorship placement for next year.
Lexington City, Fayette County, Kentucky
At its Nov. 10, 2025, meeting the Lexington City Board of Adjustment approved four short‑term rental conditional use permits, disapproved two others and continued one application; one approval carried a 4‑3 vote and staff cited compliance histories in denials.
Hiawatha, School Boards, Kansas
The board was notified the district received Patterson Foundation funding approval for advanced CTE equipment, including laser welders and cutters; staff said the district is awaiting the check and will not need additional electrical work.
Overland Park, Johnson County, Kansas
Planning commissioners voted 7-3 to deny a request to retain an oversized wall sign installed on the new Tomahawk Elementary facade. Staff recommended denial, citing the Unified Development Ordinance and concerns about visibility, square footage and precedent for other schools.
Carson City, Ormsby County, Nevada
Carson City hosted about 80 filmmakers, producers and jurors as part of a Cordillera International Film Festival tour to promote the city as a film‑friendly location; organizers and local businesses described strong reception and follow‑up interest in shooting projects.
Payson City Council , Payson, Utah County, Utah
Council and committee members tentatively set a retreat for the last Thursday in February (noted in the meeting as Feb. 26) to focus on committee structure, city roles in economic development, grant opportunities and more; organizers proposed breakout sessions and invited broader participation.
POTEAU, School Districts, Oklahoma
The Poteau Public Schools Board approved the district's FY25-26 budget after staff outlined revenue declines tied to federal carryover and a plan of higher near-term expenditures for buses, HVAC replacements and capital work. The district projects a $1.7 million cushion under its legal spending limit.
Bronx County/City, New York
Community Board 11's Parks and Recreation Committee heard updates Oct. 9 on Eastchester Playground nearing completion, two grant submissions to the Greater Morris Park DRI for Ben Abrams and Matthew Moliner playgrounds, and resident concerns about parking and restroom timing at the Zimmerman site.
Hiawatha, School Boards, Kansas
An architectural team updated the school board on building assessments and staff priority surveys and said a community meeting is scheduled for Nov. 12 to present five distilled topics for public feedback.
Payson City Council , Payson, Utah County, Utah
Payson committee members debated on‑street two‑hour parking limits, enforcement challenges and an inventory of unpermitted downtown apartments; staff suggested outreach, permits and Main Street program grants to bring units up to code.
Payson City Council , Payson, Utah County, Utah
Payson City Council approved the minutes from its July meeting by voice vote; motion made by Dave and seconded by Kevin.
Lexington City, Fayette County, Kentucky
The Lexington City Board of Adjustment approved variances for a four‑unit infill project at 536 West Fifth Street, reducing a required side yard from 5 to 3 feet and a corner side‑street setback from 5 to 4 feet after debate over walkability, fire safety and unit accessibility.
Hiawatha, School Boards, Kansas
The Hiawatha school board heard from consultant Michelle Hubbard about a multi‑phase superintendent search process, outreach plans, suggested timelines and options for interview timing and community involvement.
Fort Pierce, St. Lucie County, Florida
The board voted to recommend approval of a voluntary annexation for a 2.03-acre parcel owned by Goose Development Fund LLC at East Market Avenue and U.S. 1, with a proposed city future land use of General Commercial and city zoning C-3 General Commercial.
Fort Myers City, Lee County, Florida
Edison Awards representatives asked the city to consider additional communications funding to grow national and international PR for the event; council members discussed strategy and a $30,000 placeholder in the communications budget.
ENID, School Districts, Oklahoma
Superintendent Darrow and site principals presented a strategy to formalize the Partners in Education (PIE) program, create building-level needs assessments, track volunteer hours through QR codes and aim for 1.5 volunteer hours per student.
Payson City Council , Payson, Utah County, Utah
Council members reported a large delivery of equipment for the new innovation center and discussed safety checks, training requirements, and a delayed soft opening tied to upcoming chamber events.
Fort Myers City, Lee County, Florida
Spiro & Associates presented a draft marketing plan intended to position downtown Fort Myers as a culinary destination; plan includes PR, influencer strategies, staged launch timing and three logo options.
CRETE PUBLIC SCHOOLS, School Districts, Nebraska
At its October 2025 regular meeting, the Crete Public Schools Board approved the consent agenda, a Segra dark-fiber construction quote for the athletic complex, a snow-removal contract with Homestead Lawn and Snow and a CDWG proposal to replace 12-year-old network switches at the elementary; vote tallies recorded at roll call are listed below.
Overland Park, Johnson County, Kansas
The Planning Commission voted 10-0 on Oct. 13 to rezone 21.89 acres at the former Black & Veatch campus to MXD and approve the master preliminary development plan that includes a 10-story world headquarters, mixed-use parcels, a 2.13-acre park and a 2,440-space garage.
Fort Pierce, St. Lucie County, Florida
Planning staff and regional planners summarized a 2023'24 housing needs assessment showing large rent and sale-price increases, a county shortfall of units for lower-income households, and policy options the city can pursue to expand affordable supply.
Fort Myers City, Lee County, Florida
Developers presented a private proposal to convert Palms Park into an indoor multiuse field house and mixed‑use district; council members generally supported pursuing an eight‑month scoping study and a shorter feasibility review, with the developer estimating a scoping budget just over $400,000.
CRETE PUBLIC SCHOOLS, School Districts, Nebraska
District staff reported findings from a recent external safety audit recommending updated signage, intercom replacement at the middle school and securing elementary/intermediate entry points; the district will conduct an elementary reunification drill in spring coordinated with Doane and is monitoring a federal grant for intercom funding.
Overland Park, Johnson County, Kansas
The Planning Commission voted 10-0 to transmit minor mapping and text corrections to the city council and adopt a resolution recommending ordinance adoption. Staff said changes mainly fix mapping errors, refine definitions and set a schedule for future review and implementation through the Unified Development Ordinance update.
Fort Pierce, St. Lucie County, Florida
The Treasure Coast Regional Planning Council presented the city's seven-year Evaluation and Appraisal Review process, outlining required plan elements, recent outreach, and next steps toward a January transmission to the state.
Houston, Harris County, Texas
A member cited the Alliance bylaws and argued the meeting lacked required advance notice for action; leaders agreed to withhold approval of the minutes until corrections and notice concerns are resolved.
CRETE PUBLIC SCHOOLS, School Districts, Nebraska
Ryan Hines, the district’s chief financial officer, gave a finance update at the October 2025 meeting outlining the September financial dashboard, fund- versus cash-balance differences, audit status and near-term reporting deadlines.
Georgetown City, Scott County, Kentucky
At the Oct. 13 Georgetown City Council meeting the council approved a land sale at Lanes Run Business Park, multiple municipal orders and purchase orders, a personnel ordinance increasing 911 CAD administrative staff, and adopted the 2025 property tax levy; a new three‑member zoning subcommittee was also formed.
Upland, San Bernardino County, California
Council awarded a construction contract for a citywide traffic signal modification project to install 12‑inch LED heads with reflective borders and pedestrian countdown signals at 54 intersections; the project is largely grant‑funded by HSIP funds.
Houston, Harris County, Texas
Member Doug summarized several Texas constitutional amendments likely to appear on the November ballot and the Alliance reminded attendees of local races including the At‑Large Position 4 municipal contest and trustee races.
CRETE PUBLIC SCHOOLS, School Districts, Nebraska
Chief Academic Officer Dr. Hayek told the board the district will align K–12 physical education to the Nebraska Department of Education’s 2016 PE standards and health curriculum to SHAPE America’s 2024 health standards; he cited Nebraska Revised Statute 79-7601.02 on state-adopted standards for core subjects.
Fort Myers City, Lee County, Florida
Utilities presented engineering findings on the IMAG water tank, citing a 2020 study that estimated $8 million to fully rehabilitate the 1936 structure or about $1.25 million to demolish it; staff said demolition funds are budgeted for FY26.
Georgetown City, Scott County, Kentucky
The Georgetown City Council voted to form a three‑member council subcommittee to review zoning code articles and prioritize an implementation chart; officials set a rapid timeline for initial work and recommended coordinating with planning commission and other stakeholders.
CRETE PUBLIC SCHOOLS, School Districts, Nebraska
Director of Student Services Katie Bevins told the Crete Public Schools Board the department served 301 students in special education on the Oct. regular count, highlighted $2.8 million in Medicaid reimbursement for 2023–24 and proposed moving special-education records from SRS to Infinite Campus.
Georgetown City, Scott County, Kentucky
City Hall renovation project managers gave the Georgetown City Council a detailed construction update Monday, Oct. 13, saying structural stabilization is complete for key areas, interior finishes are moving from the third floor down and the team expects to reach final completion in December.
Fort Myers City, Lee County, Florida
Special Event staff reviewed recommended FY25‑26 allocations and said one applicant withdrew, allowing modest reallocation to lower‑tier recipients; staff said grant scoring uses qualitative rankings from the Special Event Advisory Board and quantitative staff scoring.
Upland, San Bernardino County, California
Council adopted several administrative fee changes including raising the solicitor badge fee (refundable if returned), a pass‑through credit card fee policy, higher FTB assessment filing fees to recover costs, and minor recreation and code‑enforcement adjustments.
Upland, San Bernardino County, California
Council approved entitlement for a proposed 150,000‑square‑foot, five‑level parking structure in downtown Upland that would provide 407 spaces and about 9,900 square feet of ground‑floor commercial space. Council and staff stressed the project is not yet funded.
Fort Myers City, Lee County, Florida
Staff presented three paint/color options for the downtown parking garage and three concepts for Midtown identity markers; council discussion favored the slimmer, internally lit monument style (option 1) for Midtown and a color palette aligned with the Calusa Sound Event Center for the garage.
Upland, San Bernardino County, California
The Upland City Council on Oct. 13 introduced an ordinance and adopted a resolution to amend the Colonies at San Antonio specific plan to permit two double‑sided digital billboards, each 672 square feet per face and up to 65 feet above the 210 Freeway, replacing two secondary pylon signs.
Fort Myers City, Lee County, Florida
Council resumed discussion of automated enforcement: staff said most vendor programs place capital costs on vendors, and a vendor representative confirmed the technology reduces speeding over time; council asked for more local performance and revenue data and the police chief said cameras are one tool among others to improve roadway safety.
Fort Myers City, Lee County, Florida
Public Works staff briefed council on CAP‑103, a Corps feasibility study requiring a $450,000 city match, and a FEMA downtown resiliency grant already approved for seawall design and construction with local match covered by hurricane funds.
Fort Myers City, Lee County, Florida
City staff outlined a multi‑part interlocal agreement with Lee County that would terminate older leases, convey the Ortiz property to the county, and address wetland mitigation at Prairie Pines; staff said estimated mitigation costs are roughly $6 million and recommended placing the agreement on a future council agenda.