What happened on Tuesday, 28 October 2025
Prince George's County, Maryland
Prince George's County district council on Oct. 28, 2025, adopted the prepared order of dismissal for DSP-22001 (Reman McDonald's) by unanimous vote, ending the council's review of the appeal.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The Nantucket Cultural Council approved its Sept. 15 meeting minutes and voted to adjourn into executive session to review applications after the grant cycle closed, citing Massachusetts General Laws chapter 30A to comply with grant requirements.
Finance, Ways, and Means, House of Representatives, Committees, Legislative, Tennessee
OCJP described how state and federal dollars supported law enforcement equipment, campus safety projects, jails' evidence‑based programming and victim services, and answered lawmakers' questions about administrative cost rates and reallocations of unused funds.
Public Utilities Regulatory Authority, Departments and Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Connecticut
The Public Utilities Regulatory Authority declined on Oct. 28 to issue a declaratory ruling requested by Fuel Cell Energy Inc. about the applicability of system expansion (SE) gas rates.
2025 Legislature VA, Virginia
The Virginia Senate met Oct. 28, 2025, for a special session to consider actions tied to the state's redistricting constitutional amendment, prompting sharp debate about process, timing and voter participation.
Kennewick City, Benton County, Washington
Deputy City Manager Lisa Beaton and City Clerk Crystal Johnston reviewed five advisory boards and commissions, described recruitment and quorum challenges, proposed annual work plans and 'Kennewick University' outreach, and council members discussed refining interview questions and more frequent liaison/reporting.
Flossmoor SD 161, School Boards, Illinois
District staff presented fall NWEA MAP baseline results that generally match or exceed national norms, along with ECRA and AIMSweb screening updates. The board pressed for grade-level and cohort breakdowns after seeing upticks in suspensions and early signs of increased chronic absenteeism at some schools, notably Parker Junior High.
Prince George's County, Maryland
Prince George's County district council voted 9-0 on Oct. 28, 2025, to remand CSP-23002 (Signature Club East) to the planning board after earlier approvals and a hearing.
Prince William County, Virginia
After hours of public testimony and technical presentations the Board approved a modified noise ordinance using a C‑weighted metric with octave‑band guidance and new enforcement resources. The vote passed 5–2 amid strong support from residents near data centers and concerns from business groups about enforcement and cost.
Local Government, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Ohio
Representative Thomas provided sponsor testimony on substitute House Bill 335 to the Ohio Senate Local Government Committee, saying the measure applies the same inflation-cap philosophy to inside millage that sponsors proposed for 20-mill floor school districts in HB 186.
Newport News (Independent City), Virginia
City staff outlined the proposed 2025 legislative priorities, including a request to let localities hire technicians to review traffic‑camera violations and an option to use a land‑value tax; staff also presented charter‑change proposals for council discussion.
Aberdeen, Grays Harbor County, Washington
The Aberdeen City Council reviewed the mayor's preliminary 2026 budget Oct. 22, 2025. Contract CPA Sarah Dunford said the plan is structurally balanced largely because of an EMS rate reallocation, spending cuts and one-time interest revenue, but long-term pension liabilities and reliance on interest pose fiscal risks.
Fairbanks North Star Borough School District, School Districts, Alaska
Two newly sworn board members took their oaths of office and the Fairbanks North Star Borough School Board reorganized its leadership for the 2025–26 year, electing Mister Burgess as president, Meredith Maple as vice president, Carol Hubbard as treasurer and Morgan Julian as clerk.
Health, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Ohio
Representatives Dieter and Stewart testified on House Bill 440, which they said clarifies statutory language so only the Ohio Board of Nursing — not a broader group — may access criminal-record results for licensure checks and prevents interruptions to BCI access to national databases.
Local Government, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Ohio
Sponsors told the Ohio Senate Local Government Committee that substitute House Bill 186 would create a tax-bill credit for properties in school districts at the 20-mill floor, cap future unvoted revenue growth to inflation beginning in 2026, and include a temporary state backfill for affected school districts.
Finance, Ways, and Means, House of Representatives, Committees, Legislative, Tennessee
State Chief Information Officer Kristen Darby and STS described cloud migrations, cybersecurity grants to local governments, and a portfolio of ARPA‑funded projects — including offender management, Edison ERP and court e‑filing — and said most large projects expect delivery within ARPA timeframes.
Martin County, Florida
Jordan Pastoreas presented the CRA's FY2025 fourth‑quarter capital projects and permitting report (July'September), noting El Camino construction progress, Golden Gate sewer connections at 72 percent, New Monrovia Park out for bid and rising permit valuations driven by new homes and large Pine School projects.
McAllen, Hidalgo County, Texas
At a McAllen City Commission workshop, staff and an artist presented five mural concepts for the downtown public parking garage titled "Soaring through McAllen." Commissioners gave informal direction favoring designs 2 and 5; no formal vote was taken.
Health, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Ohio
Sen. Ingram testified on Senate Bill 154 to expand Esther’s Law to residential care facilities, proposing a $50 cap on camera installation and a $2 monthly facility Wi‑Fi fee limit while preserving resident choice and roommate consent rules.
Energy, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Ohio
Proponent testimony from the Ohio Chamber emphasized permitting and orphan-well reforms in Senate Bill 219; an opponent said the bill’s revised language removes a dedicated abandoned-well fund and could leave landowners and townships exposed while benefiting larger operators.
Kennewick City, Benton County, Washington
City lobbyist Brianna Murray outlined the short 2026 legislative session, state budget pressures, Association of Washington Cities priorities and three Kennewick funding requests: $90,000 for asbestos abatement at the Activity Center, $300,000 toward Toyota Center HVAC and $300,000 to study at-grade rail solutions downtown.
Flossmoor SD 161, School Boards, Illinois
District officials described a Parker Junior High refresh (ceilings, lighting, flooring, office reconfiguration and nurse suite changes), planned RTU/HVAC work and a Flossmoor Hills humidity remediation study. The board approved a $19,405 whole-building air-tightness test at Flossmoor Hills and asked for engineering follow-ups and bid details.
Georgetown, Sussex County, Delaware
Georgetown Town Council opened a public hearing Oct. 27 on Ordinance 2025‑07, a proposed text amendment to allow cottage‑housing developments in the UR‑1 residential district; nonprofit Little Living presented a Market Street Village plan described as 23 cottages on about 2 acres with roughly $4 million in investment.
Health, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Ohio
Representatives of the Ohio Osteopathic Association told the Senate Health Committee that increasing residency positions, graduate medical education funding and targeted rural training will help retain osteopathic physicians (DOs) in Ohio as new osteopathic medical schools open.
Energy, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Ohio
Senate Bill 298 would expand virtual net metering to commercial customers and allow credits for off-site generation on distressed properties, but sponsors said projects must be inside the same utility's territory and current built-size limits apply.
Newport News (Independent City), Virginia
City Manager Alan Archer and budget staff presented a recommended five-year capital improvement plan totaling about $1.1 billion and told council the proposal would be posted the same evening and brought back for adoption Feb. 10.
Goodyear, Maricopa County, Arizona
At its Oct. 27, 2025 meeting the Goodyear City Council unanimously approved appointments to advisory bodies and adopted consent-agenda items 2–7 by a 7–0 vote.
Martin County, Florida
Consultants from Marlin Engineering and Dover, Kohl & Partners on Monday presented draft concepts for a Dixie Highway streetscape and a Rio Civic Center master plan to the Martin County Community Redevelopment Agency, laying out two Civic Center site alternatives and a set of streetscape design and traffic‑calming options that staff said will be refined through public outreach this winter.
GLOUCESTER CO PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
Gloucester County Public Schools staff presented elementary and secondary instructional budgets, career and technical education (CTE) funding including Perkins grant estimates, and human-resources priorities; board members pressed for textbook inventory, clarity on New Horizons costs and confirmation of federal grant funding.
Battle Creek Public Schools, School Boards, Michigan
At its Oct. 27 meeting, the Battle Creek Public Schools board recognized several students for athletics and school staff with 'Whatever It Takes' awards and presented the President's Coin to Blake Tenney, director of the district's Outdoor Education Center.
Hoffman Estates, Cook County, Illinois
The Public Works & Utilities Committee approved a design engineering agreement with Living Waters Consultants Inc. for work at a village-owned pond at 925 Grand Canyon Parkway, not to exceed $57,000. Staff said the shoreline is experiencing significant erosion and the stormwater utility fund balance will cover the cost.
Finance, Ways, and Means, House of Representatives, Committees, Legislative, Tennessee
The Department of Finance and Administration told the House Finance, Ways and Means Committee how CARES Act and ARPA dollars were used across the state, listed major capital and broadband investments, and warned that several ARPA projects remain at risk of underspending ahead of federal deadlines.
Flossmoor SD 161, School Boards, Illinois
Flossmoor School District 161 board members on Oct. 27 debated how much to increase the district's capped property-tax levy as they weigh construction needs, rising personnel costs and the end of a state property-tax relief abatement.
GLOUCESTER CO PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
To broaden candidate options for a critical vacancy, the Gloucester County School Board authorized staff to advertise either a chief financial officer or a director of finance job description; the board said the move carries no immediate budgetary impact and the board will hire only one position.
Energy, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Ohio
Senator Lang and Senator Romanchuk appeared before the Senate Energy Committee to present sponsor testimony on Senate Bill 294, the ARC Energy Security Act, which the sponsors said would make it state policy to prioritize ‘affordable, reliable and clean energy security’ and favor domestic production when the Power Siting Board considers applications for utility facility certificates.
Amarillo, Potter County, Texas
The council approved a $20 million Texas Water Development Board grant application and authorized submission for the state revolving fund program to support the Hollywood Road wastewater treatment project; staff said the awards will reduce ratepayer costs for a major system upgrade.
Laramie City Council, Laramie City, Albany County, Wyoming
Staff recognized Bern Hinckley and Chris Moody with the Western Planner Citizen Planner Award for work on Casper Aquifer protection and announced the City of Laramie obtained a Charging Smart Silver designation for EV‑charging readiness.
Madison, Dane County, Wisconsin
Finance Department staff presented a Popular Annual Financial Report (PAFR) to the Finance Committee, a condensed, easy-to-read version of the annual comprehensive financial report designed to help residents understand how the city raises and spends money.
GLOUCESTER CO PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
After reviewing survey results and venue constraints, the Gloucester County School Board voted unanimously to hold 2026 high school graduation at Kaplan Hall (William & Mary) on Sunday, June 7 at 3 p.m.; staff will pursue logistics including buses, parking and ticketing.
Battle Creek Public Schools, School Boards, Michigan
At the Oct. 27 Battle Creek Public Schools board meeting, a teacher invited the public to a Nov. 10 apprenticeship and work-based-learning event; a representative from state Rep. Steve Frisbie's office said the recently passed state budget increases district funding by $2,030,000 and raises per-pupil funding by $442 to $10,050.
Amarillo, Potter County, Texas
The council adopted revisions to the city’s financial policies clarifying when the city manager must notify council about departmental budget overruns and allowing necessary internal accounting transfers tied to previously approved budget items.
Hoffman Estates, Cook County, Illinois
During the Finance Committee meeting trustees and staff discussed that building-permit revenues are below budget and that online sales taxation has permanently shifted from local use tax to destination-based sales tax, affecting revenue administration. Staff said Hoffman Estates is currently netting positive between sales-tax sources but cautioned
Madison, Dane County, Wisconsin
The Finance Committee unanimously approved legislation authorizing terms of a land‑use restriction agreement for the Saxony Apartments redevelopment (Legistar 90,288). Staff and the council offered no substantive questions and the motion passed unanimously.
Workforce Development, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Ohio
The Senate Workforce Development Committee voted to favorably report House Bill 246, which would require employers in the construction industry to use E-Verify for new hires. A trade group witness urged the requirement be expanded to all industries.
Goodyear, Maricopa County, Arizona
On Oct. 27, 2025, the Goodyear City Council voted 7–0 to approve a use permit for a multi-tenant commercial pad with a drive‑through at the northeast corner of West Indian School Road and North Sarabello Avenue in Palm Valley Phase 5.
Battle Creek Public Schools, School Boards, Michigan
At its Oct. 27 meeting, the Battle Creek Public Schools Board of Education approved a 2016 bond refinancing resolution, authorized a contract for backend website support, and approved a $14,805 furniture purchase for Lemora, with funding drawn from grant sources.
Amarillo, Potter County, Texas
The Panhandle Regional Planning Commission presented an FTA‑funded rideshare voucher pilot in partnership with Amarillo City Transit to provide on‑demand and ADA‑accessible trips for seniors, disabled residents and referrals from social services; council asked staff to ensure outreach and marketing to target users.
Madison, Dane County, Wisconsin
Residents, advocacy groups and faith organizations urged the Finance Committee to increase the Office of the Independent Monitor (OIM) data analyst from part time to full time, citing analytic products and oversight work. The committee considered an amendment to raise the position to 0.8 FTE but the motion failed on a recorded vote.
Financial Institutions and Technology, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Ohio
Proponents including Klarna and the Financial Technology Association supported Senate Bill 269, saying it would codify long-standing interpretations of the Ohio Small Loan Act and exempt bank-issued small-dollar, short-term loans (commonly used in buy-now-pay-later products) from licensing that would otherwise restrict such lending.
Laramie City Council, Laramie City, Albany County, Wyoming
Staff reported completion of ordinance updates and zoning boundary changes implementing the Casper Aquifer Protection Plan and described ongoing implementation steps including wellhead and well‑field improvements and a consultant‑led monitoring‑well program. County representatives reported ongoing landowner lawsuits challenging county regulations,
Waukesha City, Waukesha County, Wisconsin
The Waukesha City Finance Committee voted unanimously to recommend the 2026 operating budget with a general fund of $84,127,448. An amendment to cap top‑tier employee merit increases at 3% failed 3–2 after extended discussion about turnover, recruitment and fairness.
Amarillo, Potter County, Texas
Stephanie Brady, founder of Wild West Wildlife Rehabilitation Center, presented a plan to transition the city-run Amarillo Zoo to nonprofit management with a focus on enhanced animal care, education and securing grants; council asked for staff-led transition discussions and to meet with current zoo employees.
Madison, Dane County, Wisconsin
After weeks of discussion and public testimony from Black On State, MadLit and the Madison Central BID, the Finance Committee directed staff to develop a competitive RFP for downtown programming to be implemented in 2027 and provided interim funding for the BID in 2026.
General Government, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Ohio
Substitute Senate Bill 153 received a fourth hearing in the Ohio Senate General Government Committee; Secretary of State Frank LaRose and other proponents urged codifying front-end citizenship verification and strengthening list maintenance, while election officials and advocacy groups warned the bill could create new barriers and operational burdens.
Hoffman Estates, Cook County, Illinois
The Finance Committee approved purchase and installation of video production equipment for the Now Arena from Unified Board Operations LLC (d/b/a Visua) not to exceed $117,290.50. Staff said the control-room equipment is nearing end of life and cameras will be upgraded to 4K ahead of a busy event season.
Waukesha City, Waukesha County, Wisconsin
The Finance Committee unanimously approved acceptance of a $139,600 2025 Community Policing Development microgrant to fund CellBright forensic software for multi-device analysis; the tool will be free to the department for two years, with estimated ongoing costs of about $46,000 annually afterward.
Amarillo, Potter County, Texas
The council approved a Chapter 380 economic development agreement offering performance‑based rebates of hotel and sales taxes to a developer planning to convert the historic Herring building into a full‑service hotel and event venue.
Madison, Dane County, Wisconsin
The City of Madison Finance Committee adopted the 2026 executive operating budget on Oct. 27 after voting through a package of amendments that added or adjusted programs across departments while preserving a small margin under the state's Expenditure Restraint Incentive Program.
General Government, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Ohio
The Ohio Senate General Government Committee held a second hearing on Senate Bill 293, debated an amendment carving out UOCAVA voters and heard proponent testimony calling for ballots to be returned by the close of polls on election day to avoid postmark disputes.
Miami, Miami-Dade County, Florida
The board approved a report to the city manager on a grievance filed by two sergeants challenging the 2024 lieutenant promotional exam, accepting edits to the report’s test‑name references and retaining language about panel testing.
Amarillo, Potter County, Texas
After hours of public comment focused on groundwater and local impacts, the Amarillo City Council approved a water-supply agreement with Fermi America for an initial sale of 2.5 million gallons per day at twice the regular rate and a structure that allows higher future quantities.
Laramie City Council, Laramie City, Albany County, Wyoming
At a meeting of the Laramie Planning Commission, consultants Laura Haddad and Tom Drugen presented early concepts for the Third Street Beautification public‑art project and solicited feedback from commissioners and the public.
Columbia County, Georgia
Josh Small, general manager of the Columbia County Performing Arts Center, described the venue’s capacity, upcoming season and facilities in a recorded interview for the county’s “A to Z in CC” series.
Financial Institutions and Technology, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Ohio
Representative Dieter told the Financial Institutions Insurance Technology Committee that Substitute House Bill 229 would establish licensing, oversight and transparency requirements for pharmacy benefit managers under the Department of Insurance.
Jacksonville, Duval County, Florida
Councilors discussed a proposed ordinance that would set a $25,000 minimum for city direct appropriations to nonprofit organizations, weighing procurement advantages against impacts on small community groups; no vote was taken and the measure will go through committee.
Warren County, Ohio
A Warren County business owner told commissioners he believed a recent AV contract award to TechConnect was improper and asked the board to investigate differences between bids. Commissioners asked county administration to review the procurement records and consider a work session.
East Ramapo Central School District (Spring Valley), School Districts, New York
A district recording invited students and families to a Curriculum Expo Night on Thursday, Oct. 30 from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at a local academy to learn about classroom learning, meet staff and community partners, and participate in family activities.
Floyd County, Virginia
Board members said the Virginia Department of Transportation will install a four-way stop, rumble strips, large stop signs and message boards on Shooting Creek Road to address a blind-hill safety concern; installation expected around next Wednesday.
Financial Institutions and Technology, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Ohio
Sen. Catrona presented Senate Bill 164 to the Financial Institutions Insurance Technology Committee, proposing transparency and human oversight requirements for AI used in health-insurance prior authorization. Committee members asked about penalties and implementation; the measure received a first hearing and no vote.
Sacramento , Sacramento County, California
County and city leaders gathered in a joint meeting to review shelter and housing expansions, service redesigns and funding risks. Sacramento Steps Forward proposed a time-limited regional task force; no formal votes were taken.
Warren County, Ohio
Sheriff Barry Riley asked commissioners to approve a memorandum of agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) to participate in a 287(g)-style task force model. Commissioners discussed civil‑liberties and jurisdictional concerns before approving the measure by roll call.
Hoffman Estates, Cook County, Illinois
The Public Health & Safety Committee on Oct. 27 approved a resolution authorizing the village president to enter an intergovernmental agreement with School District U‑46 to allow the Hoffman Estates Police Department supervised viewing access to school camera feeds.
Floyd County, Virginia
Floyd County approved a door-access system contract with EMI (approx. $16,000) including equipment, installation, software and training; the board authorized moving contingency funds to pay for the work.
Jacksonville, Duval County, Florida
The sponsor of a proposed Jacksonville City Council bill told colleagues the package would commit $15 million across five projects and asked for feedback on how to structure the request as it moves through committee.
Lakewood City, Jefferson County, Colorado
Dozens of residents urged Lakewood leaders to pursue independent oversight, fuller transparency and immediate action after the death of a transgender woman identified as Jax; speakers described family distress and called for powers to subpoena records, access body camera footage and include trans representation on oversight panels.
Miami, Miami-Dade County, Florida
The board voted to keep its Nov. 18 meeting (with no hearings scheduled), cancel the Nov. 25 and Dec. 23 meetings, and confirmed a Dec. 9 meeting to close out the year.
City of Maitland, Orange County, Florida
A new Maitland homeowner told the council that stormwater runoff repeatedly floods his yard and pool after heavy rains, raising health and property concerns and requesting city follow-up and a possible easement correction.
Floyd County, Virginia
The board approved awarding the transfer-station fencing and gate contract to Childress Fencing LLC (higher bid by about $1,688) citing faster availability and warranty service; the board also approved transferring contingency funds to cover the fencing contract.
Workshops, Shelbyville, Bedford County, Tennessee
Residents and animal-control staff briefed council Tuesday on recurring roosters and shelter capacity. Staff reported 95 fowl-related calls year-to-date and a shelter operating above nominal capacity; city attorney will review enforcement options in a named case.
Maricopa County, Arizona
A water department staff member said aging water lines identified as asbestos pipes raised concerns about cancer-related contaminants and drinking water safety. The speaker called for measures to ensure water is safe for residents; details on scope, timeline and funding were not specified.
Huron, Beadle County, South Dakota
Mayor Mary Robich provided a departmental update as mayoral liaison, highlighting human resources staffing progress, insurance, building maintenance and ongoing requests for street lights. She said HR has matured since earlier terms and noted seasonal hiring and insurance costs.
Miami, Miami-Dade County, Florida
The Civil Service Board reviewed a public records response showing two City of Miami employees were recorded as working on days they were subpoenaed to appear; the board asked the city manager for follow‑up and awaits a response.
Floyd County, Virginia
The Floyd County Board of Supervisors approved a Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) agreement to fund scattered-site housing rehabilitation, enabling eight substantial reconstructions/rehabs. One member abstained from the vote because of a potential conflict of interest.
Brandon Valley School District 49-2, School Districts, South Dakota
Superintendent Larson told the Brandon Valley School District 49-2 board on an evening meeting that the district’s Bergman Valley Elementary School and the Brandon Valley Middle School addition remain on schedule and that the district will make a small boundary adjustment because of a bridge closure affecting Highway 42.
City of Maitland, Orange County, Florida
Scott Howard, a representative of Orange County Public Schools, briefed the City of Maitland council on enrollment declines, funding pressures and a local Maitland Fund that has distributed about $85,000 to three Maitland schools since its 2017 creation.
Imperial County, California
A Teamsters representative criticized the county for approving executive promotions and raises while frontline members remain in unresolved contract negotiations, and raised health-fair complaints.
Lakewood City, Jefferson County, Colorado
Council approved amended intergovernmental agreements with the Mile High Flood District for construction and related maintenance of Lakewood Gulch and Dry Gulch improvements and sidewalk work; staff said property easement negotiations and community outreach are ongoing.
Richmond City (Independent City), Virginia
A Richmond Planning Subcommittee voted to send a revised draft of cultural heritage guidance and recommendations tied to the Richmond 300 zoning update back to the full Planning Commission after public comment and committee edits on design overlays, demolition review, archaeological assessments and Section 106 wording.
Loudoun County, Virginia
The Loudoun County Planning Commission voted 8-0-1 on Oct. 28, 2025 to recommend approval of CPAM 02/4005, which adds an electrical infrastructure map and policy language to the 2019 General Plan to guide siting, design and mitigation of high-voltage transmission corridors.
ALBUQUERQUE PUBLIC SCHOOLS, School Districts, New Mexico
The Albuquerque Public Schools Board of Education Audit Committee received a status update Oct. 28, 2025, on the district's external audit and the Josephine Dorn Community Charter Schools audit for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025.
Agriculture and Natural Resources, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Ohio
Sen. Paula Hicks-Hudson presented sponsor testimony for Senate Bill 233, which would create an Ohio local and organic food and farm task force to recommend policies and funding to expand local food production and access; sponsor cited state food-insecurity data and proposed a two-year planning and sunset period.
Huron, Beadle County, South Dakota
The Huron City Commission on Oct. 20 authorized the mayor to sign a renewal application that combines the city’s municipal solid waste transfer station, its composting site and scattered construction-and-demolition (C&D) areas under one permit.
Garfield Heights City Council, Garfield Heights, Cuyahoga County, Ohio
Garfield Heights City Council adopted a resolution recognizing Coach Daryl Copeland for more than 20 years of coaching and teaching, citing team championships and his work with youth across school and travel teams. Copeland received the resolution and addressed the council and attendees.
League City, Galveston County, Texas
League City staff described a draft ordinance to set seaworthiness standards, require liveaboard permits, and create an abandoned/derelict vessel removal process; no vote was taken and staff will revise the draft after Council feedback.
Caldwell County, North Carolina
On Oct. 27 the Caldwell County Board of Commissioners unanimously appointed Iris Witt as interim deputy clerk and approved the employment contract for Billy Shane Fox as county manager effective Dec. 1. The board also adopted the consent agenda, which included 9-1-1 fund and water fund items.
Imperial County, California
The Imperial County Board of Supervisors adopted a resolution honoring Eleanor Barraza for 30 years of county service and recognized multiple employees for milestone anniversaries.
Lakewood City, Jefferson County, Colorado
Lakewood City Council heard a presentation from the Action Center about plans for the Emory School site and agreed to table three related ordinances because of a temporary injunction; councilors and the nonprofit emphasized preserving community uses and accessing time‑sensitive financing.
Garfield Heights City Council, Garfield Heights, Cuyahoga County, Ohio
Ordinance 87-2025 to adopt a new planning and zoning code was introduced Oct. 27 and moved to a second reading. Mayor Matthew Burke recommended three readings to allow residents and planning staff time for review and public comment.
Indianapolis City, Marion County, Indiana
The Indianapolis City-County Rules Committee met Oct. 28 to review steps the administration has taken over the past 15 months to update workplace harassment policies and to consider additional legislative options, including independent oversight and expanded reporting channels.
Miami, Miami-Dade County, Florida
The City of Miami Civil Service Board granted continuances for several appeal and investigation hearings, scheduling some for Nov. 18, 2025, and carrying others forward.
Waukegan, DuPage County, Illinois
The Waukegan City Council voted Oct. 27 to increase by one the number of Class E restaurant liquor licenses, including video gaming, to permit SIP 21 LLC to operate at 2120 Green Bay Road. The complaint that had held the item at a prior meeting was withdrawn; the ordinance passed by roll call 8–1.
Lincoln Park, Wayne County, Michigan
Mayor Tobin said the city will work with the Lincoln Park School District to address noxious odors from Ruby Recycling. The council unanimously authorized the police department to contract with Highest Bid Auctions to sell abandoned bicycles and property; proceeds, minus a 15% fee, will go to the general fund.
Garfield Heights City Council, Garfield Heights, Cuyahoga County, Ohio
Council approved multiple grant-acceptance ordinances and emergency measures and unanimously adopted resolutions including recognition for Coach Daryl Copeland. A proposed overhaul of the city planning and zoning code was moved forward to additional readings so residents can review it.
McKinney, Collin County, Texas
The McKinney Economic Development Corporation told the McKinney City Council and its board it helped deliver about $1.5 billion in capital investment and 3,000 jobs over the past 12–18 months, described a $1.3 billion pipeline and unveiled a rebrand of its startup program as the McKinney Innovation Exchange.
Agriculture and Natural Resources, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Ohio
Sen. Casey Weinstein told the Senate Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee that Senate Bill 232 would redefine high-volume dog breeders, require licensed veterinarians for surgical procedures, and require unannounced inspections to improve animal welfare and reduce burdens on local communities.
Caldwell County, North Carolina
A Vaya Health representative told the Caldwell County Board on Oct. 27 about federal Rural Health Transformation Program funding opportunities, recent Medicaid rate reductions and planned local service expansion including renovation of a county office for substance use services.
Spartanburg City, Spartanburg County, South Carolina
City staff told council they are coordinating with nonprofits to prepare for a possible interruption in SNAP benefits affecting an estimated 38,000 Spartanburg County residents and will hold a resource fair at the Dr. C.K. Gregg Center to share alternatives and services.
Lago Vista, Travis County, Texas
The committee approved the Aug. 26 minutes by voice vote, reviewed plans to meet incoming city leaders, and discussed member term renewals and meeting scheduling into early 2026.
Portsmouth, Norfolk County, Virginia
Portsmouth's legislative advisory committee presented a 2026 package to City Council that seeks new public-safety authorities, changes to traffic-camera review windows and state and federal funding for a $17 million housing resource center and multiple water and sewer projects.
Imperial County, California
The board recorded a set of routine and time-sensitive votes including a retirement resolution, a litigation urgency item, consent approvals and authorization to solicit bids for a road project.
Spartanburg City, Spartanburg County, South Carolina
City staff reported three bids for the Mary H. Wright Greenway Phase 2 project and recommended Community First Developers (Anderson) as the low responsible bidder; council authorized the city manager to execute the contract by voice vote.
Homewood City, Jefferson County, Alabama
The Homewood City Council on Monday approved multiple administrative items by unanimous voice vote, including a fund transfer to capital projects, a closing agreement with Daxco LLC, vouchers, an ABC license recommendation, and authorization to contribute up to $50,000 toward relocating utility lines.
LaSalle, LaSalle County, Illinois
Two residents spoke during public comment: one presented furnace filters she says show ongoing contamination since an earlier fire; another urged the city to implement a veteran (and first‑responder) banner program and offered model application forms used in neighboring towns.
Highlands City Council, Highlands, Harris County, Texas
At its Oct. 28 meeting the council unanimously approved updates to financial policies that raise the city manager's spending authority, authorized purchase of Motorola portable radios and named a presiding municipal court judge; the consent agenda also passed.
Miami, Miami-Dade County, Florida
The City of Miami Civil Service Board unanimously approved active‑duty military leave without pay for three police officers, each action taken by motion and recorded on the board’s Oct. 28 agenda.
Spartanburg City, Spartanburg County, South Carolina
Alan Smith, president and CEO of 1 Spartanburg, told council an economic impact study shows roughly $1.2 billion in downtown projects supporting more than 11,000 jobs in the city and larger county and state impacts; he urged continued diversification of development and work‑based learning initiatives.
Waukegan, DuPage County, Illinois
Waukegan’s City Council voted unanimously Oct. 27 to adopt a resolution prohibiting the use of city property for federal civil immigration enforcement and signed the document at a special meeting after extended public comment.
LaSalle, LaSalle County, Illinois
Acting on a finance committee recommendation, the council approved renewal of the Illinois Municipal League Risk Management Association (IML RMA) minimum‑maximum contribution agreement; finance members said the program has saved the city money since 2014.
Derby, Sedgwick County, Kansas
The Derby City Council voted 6-1 on Oct. 28 to deny a proposed rezoning from R1A to R2 for a 39.8-acre parcel at the southwest corner of 50th Street South and Woodlawn Boulevard, citing neighborhood character and density concerns. The item drew multiple public commenters, planning-commission review and a valid protest petition.
Imperial County, California
The board voted to adopt plans and authorize public bidding for the Imperial Town Site Roadway Improvement Project Phase 1, covering roughly 4.04 miles with an estimated construction cost of $2,951,000.
Revere City, Suffolk County, Massachusetts
The council approved a number of short motions, forwarded several communications to committees, and took votes on ceremonial items, a crypto-ATM restriction, and an election reminder message program.
Clover Park School District, School Districts, Washington
President Anderson Pearson led a discussion on December reorganization logistics, including oaths of office for returning members and officer selection.
LaSalle, LaSalle County, Illinois
The council approved a permit for a side‑by‑side (UTV) parade on Nov. 15 with police supervision and a separate permit for a downtown food‑truck event during Black Friday/Small Business Saturday weekend.
Lago Vista, Travis County, Texas
Committee heard a report showing roughly 32,000 rounds year-to-date, improving finances, ongoing pump and effluent concerns, and safety/parking items including outdated entry signage and overflow parking conditions.
Agriculture and Natural Resources, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Ohio
The Senate Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee accepted two amendments to Substitute House Bill 10, broadened authority for deputy appointees and expanded use of livestock dealer fee funds, then voted 7-0 to report the bill to the committee on rules and reference.
Spartanburg City, Spartanburg County, South Carolina
Spartanburg County Public Works Director Travis Brown told City Council the county’s new six‑year capital penny program will accelerate resurfacing, corridor reconstruction and safety work; the city is estimated to receive a little over $9.8 million over the life of the penny. County and state grants and a USDOT safety award were also highlighted.
Caldwell County, North Carolina
The county Department of Social Services told commissioners Oct. 27 that federal changes in HR 1 and a continuing federal government shutdown could shift costs to the state and counties, alter SNAP and Medicaid eligibility, increase staff workloads and pause SNAP benefit payments for November if the shutdown continues.
LaSalle, LaSalle County, Illinois
After rejecting a lower bid deemed non‑responsive to the city's checklist, the LaSalle City Council approved a different contractor for the demolition of 716 Buckland Street amid aldermen's concerns about impacts on small contractors.
Highlands City Council, Highlands, Harris County, Texas
Following a construction-management-at-risk cost review, councilmembers decided not to proceed with a planned cabin project at Pilot Knoll Park and directed staff to move forward with a gatehouse, day‑use and boat‑ramp improvements and RV restroom renovations.
Imperial County, California
Imperial County social services and Imperial Valley Food Bank warned the Board that CalFresh benefits for November will be suspended until federal funding resumes, and urged residents and local institutions to prepare for increased need.
Revere City, Suffolk County, Massachusetts
After an extended debate, Revere city councilors rejected a motion to pursue a regional tolling program but voted to ask the mayor to open discussions with the Massachusetts Department of Transportation and to explore a reduced toll rate for Revere residents.
Homewood City, Jefferson County, Alabama
The Homewood City Council on Oct. 27 read proclamations honoring several outgoing elected officials and the city attorney, and the mayor announced creation of an annual employee award in honor of longtime city attorney Mike Kendrick.
Lake Elsinore, Riverside County, California
Cal Fire briefed the council on July–September incident activity, response times, inspection and plan-review volumes, and mutual aid tallies. The department reported improved response-time metrics and outreach to local schools through community tours.
Lago Vista, Travis County, Texas
The Golf Advisory Committee discussed final design work and a likely December request for proposals for a long-planned irrigation replacement, with selection expected in winter and construction spanning several months once started.
Agriculture and Natural Resources, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Ohio
The Ohio Senate Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee voted 7-0 to approve a slate of governor’s appointments to advisory councils and commissions and reported the list to the committee on rules and reference.
Revere City, Suffolk County, Massachusetts
The council approved a license and related permits for a waterfront development at 506 Revere Beach Boulevard that includes a parking garage and diesel storage for emergency generators after staff and fire department review.
Oversight and Reform: House Committee, Standing Committees - House & Senate, Congressional Hearings Compilation
Ashley Williams described how the Oval Office Operations team coordinated delivery of briefing and decision materials to President Biden, said staff-secretary and residence staff sometimes handled handoffs, and that she did not see classified records during a visit to the Penn Biden Center in October 2022.
Idaho Falls, Bonneville County, Idaho
The Idaho Falls Board of Adjustment on Oct. 28, 2025, approved a conditional use permit to reduce the side setback for a detached accessory structure from 6 feet to 3 feet, allowing homeowner Randy Lourdes to rebuild a two-car garage on his R-1 property.
Highlands City Council, Highlands, Harris County, Texas
At an early work session Oct. 28, representatives of more than a dozen nonprofits gave brief presentations about services and local impacts and asked the City Council for continued or new funding.
Education, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Ohio
Jennifer Glenn of the Ohio School Psychologists Association testified in support of Senate Bill 276, which would ratify an interstate compact to streamline licensure mobility for school psychologists and help recruit practitioners into Ohio amid a national shortage; supporters said compact standards align with Ohio’s current requirements.
Revere City, Suffolk County, Massachusetts
The Revere City Council voted to create a working group to draft a rental-property registration and inspection ordinance after councilors debated scope, fees and impact on owners and renters.
Clover Park School District, School Districts, Washington
Executive Director Greg Davis presented first readings of multiple policy revisions tied to state legislation and OSPI rulemaking, including substantial changes to student discipline procedures and a revised discipline matrix.
Lake Elsinore, Riverside County, California
The City of Lake Elsinore recognized Stadium Pizza as its October Business Spotlight, citing local economic contribution, charitable partnerships and youth employment training partnerships. City officials presented a video and praised the restaurant’s downtown revitalization role.
Education, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Ohio
At the fifth hearing on Senate Bill 119 the committee approved Amendment AM 11:32, which exempts students with traumatic brain injury IEPs and students attending dropout prevention and recovery schools from the bill’s requirements; the amendment was adopted by voice with no objections.
Chesapeake City (Independent City), Virginia
Chesapeake City Council adopted a series of routine and substantive measures at its meeting, including a settlement of a long‑running boundary line with the City of Suffolk, authorization for general obligation bond authority, a first amendment to the SPSA use agreement and multiple city ordinances and appointments.
Caroline County, Maryland
The board held third readings and enacted two local bills: an ordinance aligning county solar rules with Maryland’s Renewable Energy Certainty Act, and a zoning change removing an ownership requirement for non‑accessory wastewater treatment facilities. Both measures passed by voice vote; the wastewater amendment drew a recorded dissent.
Oversight and Reform: House Committee, Standing Committees - House & Senate, Congressional Hearings Compilation
Ashley Williams, a longtime White House aide who served in Oval Office operations and later as a senior adviser, told the House Committee on Oversight and Government Reform on June 24, 2025, that in her experience “President Biden was in command and fully executed his duties as president of The United States of America.”
Lake Elsinore, Riverside County, California
After public comment and candidate presentations, the Lake Elsinore City Council voted to appoint Michael Carroll to the District 4 seat vacated by Natasha Johnson. The appointment was made by majority of those voting; Carroll will be sworn in at the Nov. 18 council meeting.
Prince William County, Virginia
The Board voted 5–2 to fund an on-call consultant to study feasibility of project labor agreements (PLAs) for county construction projects. Supporters said the study is needed before any policy change; opponents warned about cost and potential impacts on competition.
Education, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Ohio
Senators Patton and Reynolds told the Senate Education Committee that Senate Bill 290 would require exterior secure master key boxes on each school building by June 30, 2027, meeting national testing standards; sponsors said districts may apply for School Safety Grant funding and cited the Uvalde response delay as justification.
Caroline County, Maryland
Representatives of Saint Martin’s House and Barn updated the commissioners on a Maryland Community Development Block Grant that supports case management in a year‑round family shelter; the agency reported 56 beneficiaries in eight months and steady food‑pantry demand.
Clover Park School District, School Districts, Washington
Rick Ring, executive director for operations, and Brad Pierce, ITS director, updated the board on a five‑phase, capital‑funded districtwide surveillance camera standardization project and timeline for phase 4 bids.
Education, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Ohio
A representative of Future Ready 5 told the Ohio Senate Education Committee on an informational visit that the nonprofit’s combination of regular early‑learning assessments, teacher training and parent outreach produced a 65% increase in literacy benchmark scores from fall to spring among 750 children served across about 50 centers in Central Ohio.
Clover Park School District, School Districts, Washington
Teaching and Learning staff reviewed the 2025–26 School Annual Action Plan (SAP) template changes including implementation teams, data sources, SMARTIE goals, 30/60/90 day checkpoints and funding mappings; staff will present the full set of school SAPs to the board for approval on Nov. 10, 2025.
Chesapeake City (Independent City), Virginia
David Westcott, the city of Chesapeake’s legislative affairs director, presented the city’s FY26 legislative package at a council work session, asking the General Assembly to approve measures to allow retired sworn officers to return to civilian roles while retaining VRS benefits, authorize long‑term binding development agreements for large localities, create a misdemeanor for unauthorized entry into emergency vehicles and permit utility easement conveyance via plat.
Sumner City, Pierce County, Washington
Sumner City staff presented a compact 2026 legislative agenda at a City Council study session on Oct. 27, asking state lawmakers to prioritize three headline goals: keep housing affordable, recognize the state revenue generated through Sumner, and support public-safety measures that local officials say will reduce crime and protect victims.
Caroline County, Maryland
County finance, health and corrections staff presented a plan to manage opioid settlement dollars: two funding streams (local settlement receipts and state 'targeted abatement' funds), an annual non‑competitive grant process aligned to state Exhibit E categories, and a proposed pilot round of smaller grants this fiscal year.
Clover Park School District, School Districts, Washington
District staff outlined a multi‑year plan to pilot and potentially adopt a new ELA curriculum for grades 6–12, citing outdated materials, a bias review, teacher pilots and a community review window. Final recommendation to the board is scheduled for April 2026 with full implementation set for September 2026 if approved.
Caroline County, Maryland
County attorneys and sheriff’s office staff told commissioners they have rewritten the county animal control ordinance — the first comprehensive update in about 28 years — and will next consult the Caroline County Humane Society to align procedures and the county’s memorandum of understanding.
Spokane County, Washington
The Spokane County Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved consent-agenda items 3a through 3n at the Oct. 28, 2025 meeting with no discussion recorded in the public meeting; the meeting then recessed into a closed session on labor negotiations.
Prince William County, Virginia
The Board approved a proffer amendment that increases allowable height and floor-area for the existing University Boulevard site in the Innovation Small Area Plan. Supporters said the revised design and proffers improve a by‑right outcome; opponents urged denial, saying the county should limit new data center capacity.
Finance, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Ohio
Senate Bill 287 would create a Farming and Workforce Development Program within the Ohio Department of Agriculture to train residents ages 16–35 for seasonal crop farming; sponsors cited USDA data showing an aging farm operator population.
Parkrose SD 3, School Districts, Oregon
The Parkrose School Board approved routine consent items and passed motions to support named Oregon School Boards Association (OSBA) candidates for board and legislative-policy positions. Votes were taken by voice; numerical tallies were not recorded in the public transcript.
DuPage HSD 88, School Boards, Illinois
At its Oct. 27 meeting DuPage HSD 88’s Board of Education approved a consent agenda and routine financial items — including the treasurer’s report (total balance $103,152,776.11) and the budget status report — authorized disposal of obsolete equipment and voted to move into closed session for personnel and collective‑bargaining matters.
Chamblee, DeKalb County, Georgia
At a DDA meeting, members approved a third amendment to the purchase-and-sale agreement with Greystar Development East LLC that adjusts site-plan language and remediation cost-sharing, and unanimously approved administrative payments for two projects while receiving a City Center project update.
Caroline County, Maryland
Health department leaders briefed commissioners on FY25 behavioral‑health caseloads, school‑based services, mobile integrated health plans with a December pilot start, and prevention work including asthma home visits and a water‑safety campaign.
Lexington County, South Carolina
After a lengthy and contentious discussion, Lexington County committees voted to stop sending the current school‑district questionnaire as part of the county’s concurrency review process and directed staff to revisit metrics and school‑district engagement.
Parkrose SD 3, School Districts, Oregon
District leaders reported roughly 400 referrals for cell-phone policy violations following a new policy rollout; staff said about 70% of referrals were issued to students of color and that referrals clustered in the first month. The board discussed equity concerns and next steps including staff professional learning and student voice.
Spokane County, Washington
The Spokane County Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved a resolution acknowledging the Native Project's selection to the Spokane Regional Health District Board of Health and appointed Commissioner Chris Jordan as an additional county representative, consistent with Resolution 25-0335.
Rockwall City, Rockwall County, Texas
The commission determined raising a nonconforming manufactured home triggers PD‑75 material standards and voted to deny the homeowner’s request to retain existing composite‑style siding; denial will be forwarded to City Council.
Caroline County, Maryland
Leaders of University of Maryland Shore Regional Health briefed Caroline County commissioners on construction progress at the Route 50 regional medical center, workforce programs and the system’s role in Maryland’s application for a federal rural health fund included in recent federal legislation.
Bridgeport School District, School Districts, Connecticut
Student representative Brian Omeza briefed the Bridgeport Board of Education on Central Magnet/Aquaculture program recent activities: an open house with more than 100 families, an FFA fundraiser raising nearly $800 for student experiences, and a Go Baby Go project to build modified ride-on cars for young children with disabilities.
Finance, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Ohio
Senate Bill 168 would direct the Ohio Facilities Construction Commission to establish guidelines to help school districts acquire preschool classroom facilities, including districts that previously participated in CFAP.
Hardin County, Texas
The court approved routine minutes, financial reports, contracts, appointments, procurement awards, property and surplus dispositions, a longevity pay policy change, and several grant‑related agreements by voice vote. Itemized outcomes and motions listed below reflect recorded motions and seconds in the public transcript.
Spokane Valley, Spokane County, Washington
City Services proposed replacing several low, volume-based grading fees with complexity-based categories, adding after-hours and SEPA/floodplain fee tiers and a small technology fee; staff said the changes could generate up to $400,000 depending on 2026 permit volume.
Prince William County, Virginia
After hours of public testimony and technical dispute, the Board of Supervisors approved a countywide noise ordinance aimed at 24/7 low-frequency noise from data centers. The measure passed 5–2 and will take effect after a six-month implementation period.
Lexington County, South Carolina
The Capital Project Sales Tax Commission voted to recommend that the county postpone a penny‑sales‑tax referendum until 2027 to allow alignment with an upcoming county traffic study and expanded public outreach; council agreed to prepare a resolution for consideration.
Jacksonville Beach, Duval County, Florida
The Jacksonville Beach Planning Commission on Oct. 27 approved a conditional use permit (PC 11-25) to allow a medical marijuana treatment center dispensing facility at 240 Third Street South, the former Salt Life property, after a 3–2 roll-call vote.
DuPage HSD 88, School Boards, Illinois
A Villa Park resident submitted public comment asking the district to reduce stadium sound levels, avoid games that start after 10 p.m., and stop leaving stadium and tennis lights on overnight; he asked the district to publish fall stadium schedules for affected neighbors.
Spokane Valley, Spokane County, Washington
City staff recommended creating a 2026 TPA Opportunity Fund ($170,000), a geolocation-data subscription ($30,000) and contract amendments totaling up to $1.575 million for destination and sports marketing; staff sought council consensus to bring formal motions back for approval.
Rockwall City, Rockwall County, Texas
At its Oct. 28 meeting, the Rockwall Planning and Zoning Commission approved a consent agenda 7-0 and denied an applicant's request for an exception to exterior-material requirements for a home at 370 Eva Place, sending the denial to City Council 4-3.
Lexington County, South Carolina
A regional branding effort led by the Midlands Business Leadership Group and Shernoff Newman presented '3 Rivers' as an umbrella identity for the riverfront trail linking Lake Murray to Columbia and Casey; River Alliance will own and maintain the brand.
Parkrose SD 3, School Districts, Oregon
Superintendent told the board that the district will host or highlight "Know Your Rights" trainings and post resource materials, but cautioned that district staff cannot be directed to interfere with federal enforcement and that the district faces legal exposure if employees act outside policy. The district said it is coordinating regionally with
Durham County, North Carolina
The Durham County Board of County Commissioners did not have a quorum and could not conduct official business. Ceremonial proclamations for Veterans Day/Operation Greenlight and the Durham Interdenominational Ushers Union centennial were read informally; formal votes were postponed to the next work session.
Sedona, Yavapai County, Arizona
The council chose four applicants — Alan Affeld, Jean Boulet, Charlotte Hosseini and Ernie Stroud — for interviews to fill a vacant council seat and scheduled a special interview session at 1 p.m. on Nov. 13 in the council chambers.
Spokane County, Washington
Becky Deckerhoof told the Spokane County Board of County Commissioners that recent reductions to social programs are increasing homelessness and urged the county to use authority under RCW 82.14.530 to impose a sales-and-use tax of up to one‑tenth of 1% to fund housing construction and services.
Finance, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Ohio
Senate Bill 243 would require the Bureau of Motor Vehicles to offer a quick check for unclaimed funds during customer transactions; sponsors said the state holds nearly $5 billion in unclaimed property.
Bridgeport School District, School Districts, Connecticut
After a closed executive session Oct. 27 with counsel, the Bridgeport Board of Education approved a workers' compensation settlement. Two board members recorded abstentions; the motion passed on majority voice vote.
New Rochelle, Westchester County, New York
Clearwave Psychiatry and TMS Medical held a ribbon‑cutting at Hotel Noma in downtown New Rochelle, marking the company’s eighth New York location and emphasizing local access to transcranial magnetic stimulation and other mental‑health services.
Spokane Valley, Spokane County, Washington
Council moved ordinance 25-017 (adopting the 2026 budget) to a second reading on Dec. 9 after staff presented highlights: $148.4 million total appropriations, $70.6 million general fund, 118.25 FTEs and a projected general fund ending balance equal to 61.56% of recurring expenditures.
Hardin County, Texas
The commissioners court authorized listing forfeited property at a December tax sale, approved sale of surplus sheriff vehicles and accepted a donation of replaced conducted energy devices to a municipal police department.
Lexington County, South Carolina
Council committees approved one‑year extensions for two existing contracts: aggregate materials with Martin Marietta and Vulcan Materials (combined estimated annual value $1,000,000) and on‑call cabinetry and countertop services with CTS Commercial Millwork and Complete Solutions Contracting (combined estimated $65,000).
Madison Heights, Oakland County, Michigan
Madison Heights City Council approved a resolution to opt out of Public Act 152, adopted special workers compensation counsel recommendation in Spangler v. Madison Heights, approved the consent agenda and passed first reading of ordinance 2208 to change precinct boundaries and polling locations.
Skagit County, Washington
Residents said the North Shore Road closure forced waste management to use shared dumpsters and remote pickup locations that invited misuse; a building manager asked to be included in talks to avoid placing dumpsters at the community center. County staff said they are pursuing a temporary solution while permanent curbside service is implemented.
Sedona, Yavapai County, Arizona
The City Council confirmed a presiding magistrate appointment, awarded pump-and-motor service contracts, approved a design-contract amendment for the Uptown parking project and renewed an HR/payroll software agreement; it also authorized a federal transit grant application.
DuPage HSD 88, School Boards, Illinois
District staff updated the board on permitting delays and site adjustments for a planned 120‑foot AT&T monopole at Willowbrook High School that will support FirstNet. Construction has slipped into 2026, and the district had not yet received the $204,000 upfront payment that AT&T/TowerCo agreed to provide before work begins.
Finance, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Ohio
The Ohio Senate Finance Committee favorably reported amended House Bill 434, a package of 24 time-sensitive budget corrections and technical fixes, including allocations for SNAP administration and a homestead 'piggyback' clarification.
Parkrose SD 3, School Districts, Oregon
Community advocate Deacon English used public comment at the Parkrose School Board meeting on Oct. 27 to press the district for a renewed levy and immediate action on food access after reports of SNAP interruptions and a local pantry closure.
Skagit County, Washington
Skagit County held a public hearing on Oct. 28 to consider establishing a county chapter authorizing a 0.1% sales and use tax under House Bill 2015 to fund criminal‑justice purposes, including law‑enforcement staffing and crisis‑response programs.
Spokane Valley, Spokane County, Washington
The Spokane Valley City Council on Oct. 28 heard public comment and staff testimony before advancing, to a second reading, an ordinance amending the 2025 budget that adds funding to study movement and deterioration at two local bridges.
Hardin County, Texas
The county accepted evaluation committee recommendations for engineering and grant administration firms for GLO disaster‑recovery projects and awarded the North Shore Road Town Crossing and Roadway Improvements contract to low bidder MK Construction at $1,838,869.
Richmond City (Independent City), Virginia
Juan Braxton, criminal justice chair for the Richmond NAACP and nightlife liaison, told the committee that although crime statistics have fallen, businesses in Shacklebottom are suffering from a perception problem and parking challenges; he said the city must partner with the nightlife community to make the district feel welcoming.
Lexington County, South Carolina
Lexington County agreed to accept $65,997 in state School Resource Officer funds so the sheriff's office can resume SRO coverage at the Swansea Freshman Academy; vehicles tied to the grant will transfer to the county.
Bridgeport School District, School Districts, Connecticut
The Bridgeport Board of Education voted Oct. 27 to renew its ThoughtExchange subscription (approx. $70,000) for a third year, with administration saying the tool aids open-ended community engagement. Several board members urged a broader competitive procurement for future renewals.
Skagit County, Washington
County planning staff summarized substantive changes to the draft Critical Areas Ordinance — including wider riparian buffers, a streamlined reasonable-use path for residential development, and an overhaul of aquifer recharge rules — and opened a third, 15‑day written comment period before the Board may act on Nov. 25.
Sedona, Yavapai County, Arizona
City tourism staff and the Tourism Advisory Board reviewed two years of work — branding, visitor services and campaigns — and urged continued balance between resident perspectives and business representation as several member seats turn over.
DuPage HSD 88, School Boards, Illinois
District finance staff presented the 2025 property tax levy process to the board, explained levy vs. extension and PTELL (tax cap), and proposed a 4% levy request (about $71.8 million) ahead of a tentative levy on Nov. 10 and a public hearing and final adoption on Dec. 8.
Prince George's County, Maryland
MAKO and the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments briefed the Prince George's County Council on Oct. 28 about state fiscal pressures, housing and transportation priorities, and regional concerns including data centers, energy demand and federal‑workforce impacts.
Sedona, Yavapai County, Arizona
Executives from Northern Arizona Healthcare told Sedona council that federal changes will reduce Medicaid and marketplace subsidies, threatening millions in local hospital revenue; they described a $50 billion competitive rural transformation fund and plans for a $35 million cancer center in Cottonwood.
Northampton County, North Carolina
Northampton County announced an IDF award of $1.5 million to expand sewer infrastructure at the Commerce Park and voted to approve an application to accept the grant; the award supplements $1.5 million from the Golden Leaf Foundation for a $3 million total project pool, though some technical issues with the Golden Leaf funding remain under review.
Hardin County, Texas
Commissioners amended the county's longevity pay policy to remove a continuous paid‑status requirement, consolidate longevity into a single lump‑sum payment and require employees be actively on payroll when the lump sum is issued; the court set a special payroll date of Nov. 19, 2025 for that payment.
Madison Heights, Oakland County, Michigan
City staff recommended postponing the requested vacation of a 17-foot alley serving properties on West 12 Mile and Dartmouth so a traffic study and Road Commission review can be completed; residents urged council to reject the change at the Nov. 10 meeting.
Sedona, Yavapai County, Arizona
The City of Sedona approved an amendment to its franchise agreement with Arizona Water Company to suspend the city's 3% franchise fee and apply a 3% monthly credit to Sedona customers' water statements after an ACC decision allocated about $6 million for an east-Sedona water tank to Sedona-area ratepayers.
Lexington County, South Carolina
Lexington County's fire service will apply for a $5,000 Walmart Spark Good grant to buy PPE and digital cameras for its fire investigative unit; committee approved the application.
Metuchen Public School District, School Districts, New Jersey
Students and staff from the Metuchen Public School District described a two-year Tree Ambassador program and a meal-recovery "share table" that returns uneaten school meals to the community; the district said volunteers have already delivered hundreds of meals to First Presbyterian Church and are planning campus tree plantings.
DuPage HSD 88, School Boards, Illinois
District staff recognized sponsors, donors and volunteers who supported the District 88 Foundation’s Gathering at the Grapevine fundraiser, which raised more than $13,000 to finance teacher mini‑grants. Representatives from local businesses, parent groups and students accepted thanks and described how past mini‑grants funded student programs and a
Parkrose SD 3, School Districts, Oregon
Parkrose School District officials told the school board on Oct. 27 that the district is meeting Oregon Department of Education Division 22 reporting requirements while managing a staggered, resource-driven adoption schedule for instructional materials.
Orange County, Virginia
Following a closed session, the Orange County Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to declare the District 4 planning commission seat vacant because the appointee’s appointment conflicted with the county ordinance requiring planning commissioners to reside in the district.
Hardin County, Texas
County staff told commissioners that Department of State Health Services and WIC funding are guaranteed through Nov. 15, 2025, but other grant awards remain pending; the court asked staff for updated letters and contingency planning if shutdown persists.
Bridgeport School District, School Districts, Connecticut
The Bridgeport Board of Education heard a detailed presentation Oct. 27 from Public Works LLC, the firm the Connecticut State Department of Education has contracted to provide technical assistance addressing 34 recommendations identified in a recent forensic audit.
Northampton County, North Carolina
The Northampton County Board of Commissioners held a public hearing on Community Development Block Grant nominations for housing replacement and rehabilitation, heard questions about how addresses were selected, and approved a resolution to submit the county's 2025 CDBG application.
Richmond City (Independent City), Virginia
The Public Safety Standing Committee approved appointments to the Community Criminal Justice Board and forwarded two Richmond Ambulance Authority reappointments to council, continuing one ambulance authority vacancy to the January meeting.
Orange County, Virginia
The Orange County Board approved revisions to the airport rules, regulations and minimum standards that were presented at the previous meeting; the board moved to adopt the changes and approved them by voice vote.
Seal Beach, Orange County, California
The Seal Beach City Council approved on-call pavement repair and pavement-marking contracts to allow staff to issue task orders and speed maintenance response for roadway repairs and striping.
Prince George's County, Maryland
After a staff presentation and debate over how to balance rate impacts and infrastructure needs, the council amended and adopted CR 135 to set a 5% spending control limit for the Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission's FY27 water and sewer operations and capital budgets, voting 9‑0 on the amendment and final adoption.
Indianapolis City, Marion County, Indiana
The committee amended its meeting rules during the Oct. 28 session to extend each public speaker's time from two minutes to four minutes; the motion was moved by Councilor Nielsen and approved by voice vote.
North Canton City Council, North Canton, Stark County, Ohio
Council approved a package of resolutions and ordinances on second reading and under suspension of the rules. Actions included support for the Ohio Semiquincentennial, budget and personnel updates, vehicle auction contract additions, year‑end appropriation adjustments and the cybersecurity standards resolution adopted as an emergency.
Orange County, Virginia
The Orange County Board approved a monthly rent of $325 for 14 new airport hangars managed by OMH; airport manager Paul Weber said all 14 units have been spoken for and a waitlist exists.
Hardin County, Texas
Following a public hearing and staff briefings, the Hardin County Commissioners Court adopted amendments to the county's game‑room regulations to align with recent Court of Appeals guidance and to clarify enforcement authority for the sheriff.
Lexington County, South Carolina
County committees voted to accept several law-enforcement and victim‑services grants, including a $296,574.95 body‑worn camera award and multiple smaller awards; some grants require in‑kind matches and internal operating transfers.
Indianapolis City, Marion County, Indiana
The rules committee heard a legal and operational update on harassment-related reforms, including mandatory training, a new anonymous reporting platform (Speakfully), employee support services and two internal working groups. Outside experts and councilors pressed for independent investigative authority, survivor confidentiality protections, and a
North Canton City Council, North Canton, Stark County, Ohio
Council received a presentation on the city’s 2025 community survey. The survey drew 594 responses (approx. 3.3% of households), showed 60% composite satisfaction with city services, top ratings for police/fire/EMS, and strong public opposition to narrowing Main Street for on‑street parking.
Orange County, Virginia
The Orange County Board of Supervisors voted 4-1 to send a comment letter to the Virginia Department of Environmental Quality asking that the agency require validated PFAS testing and bar application of biosolids on county land if PFAS are detected above established detection limits in the tests.
North Canton City Council, North Canton, Stark County, Ohio
City council adopted an emergency resolution directing the mayor and the city’s IT provider to implement standards to guard against ransomware and other cyber threats. Council heard a presentation from the municipality’s managed‑service provider about existing controls, staff training and reporting requirements tied to the Ohio Auditor of State.
Seal Beach, Orange County, California
The City Council approved Amendment 1 to the contract with HF&H consultants to assist the city in negotiating an amended agreement with its waste hauler and to comply with state organic-waste laws (SB 1383). Council discussed enforcement, resident bin rollout and potential rate impacts before approving the amendment 5-0.
Richmond City (Independent City), Virginia
The Public Safety Standing Committee voted to forward ordinance 2025‑222, which would raise private‑property towing and administrative fees and require itemized receipts, to full council with a recommendation to approve.
California Volunteers, Agencies under Office of the Governor, Executive, California
State and local leaders on Wednesday urged men across California to sign up as volunteers to mentor young men and boys, announcing the California Men's Service Challenge at the Mid Valley Family YMCA.
Eagle, Ada County, Idaho
At its Oct. 28 meeting the Eagle City Council authorized staff to negotiate with ETS on a public‑private open‑access fiber partnership, awarded construction management RFQ for the Eagle City Athletic Park to McElveen Construction for contract negotiations, and approved a development‑agreement modification for Amberly Ranch landscaping.
DeKalb County, Georgia
After an extended discussion about the proposed Office of Legislative Counsel, its scope, duties, budget and potential conflicts with the county attorney, the FAB Committee voted to defer the FY25 budget amendment for two weeks to allow additional information gathering.
Seal Beach, Orange County, California
The Seal Beach City Council on Oct. 27 certified a program-level EIR, adopted the city's 6th-cycle housing element and introduced implementing rezoning ordinances after a multi-hour public hearing and consultant presentations.
Prince George's County, Maryland
Prince George's County Council enacted CB 66‑2025, an ordinance that reduces some filing requirements and allows subsequent development applications under specified circumstances, aiming to streamline land development to support affordable housing goals. The measure passed 9‑0 after a public hearing with no speakers.
Board of Equalization, Other State Agencies, Executive, California
Ted Angelo reported that the governor signed disaster-relief legislation relevant to January wildfire relief and a mortgage-forbearance bill; his division continues to track two-year bills and is conducting annual sales-ratio studies used to equalize rail property assessments under rev & tax code section 1817.
Eagle, Ada County, Idaho
The Eagle Police Department introduced Community Service Officer Scott Pace, a veteran of Santa Monica and Los Angeles‑area policing, noting awards including a Medal of Valor and the Excellence in Community Policing Award. Chief Travis Ruby said Pace strengthens the department’s community and code‑enforcement capacity.
DeKalb County, Georgia
The committee recommended approving a substitute to allocate funding for leadership training/capacity building across fiscal years; the substitute will be presented at the next Board of Commissioners business meeting.
Richmond City (Independent City), Virginia
Chip Decker, CEO of the Richmond Ambulance Authority, told the Public Safety Standing Committee that a $3.1 million capital subsidy for ambulances may not have been encumbered, risking a roughly 30% reduction in expected funds and jeopardizing ambulance orders that have multi‑year lead times.
Board of Equalization, Other State Agencies, Executive, California
Laurel Williams reported modest account growth in the tax-and-insurers program (2,829 accounts) and stable alcoholic beverage program counts (10,751 accounts). Department of Finance bulletins show FY25–26 revenues above forecast for both programs, but Williams noted cyclical payment timing often brings year-end totals closer to projections.
Norwalk City, Fairfield, Connecticut
Members of the Norwalk Tree Advisory Committee reviewed fall planting results, account balances and outreach plans and approved the meeting minutes as modified during a session in which staff also described plans to engage the committee on a Richards Avenue roundabout and noted that the Common Council was scheduled to vote on an update to the city's tree ordinance to reconstitute the advisory board as an Urban Forestry Commission.
New Castle County, Delaware
Council approved a slate of ordinances and resolutions including appropriations, pay-plan amendments and appointments; one land-use resolution was tabled and one ordinance was withdrawn prior to consideration.
Winchester City, Frederick County, Virginia
After a fatal October 18 traffic accident, the Winchester Common Council voted to extend an emergency closure of Boscawen Street between Indian Alley and the parking-lot exit behind City Hall and directed staff to prepare a comprehensive proposal on permanent vehicular access.
Prince George's County, Maryland
The County Council voted 9-0 to authorize the chair to send a letter to Maryland’s governor and state health officials asking for expanded residential treatment capacity for children and adolescents in Prince George’s County following a recent youth death tied to severe mental-health needs.
Board of Equalization, Other State Agencies, Executive, California
Deputy Director David Young reported completed audit field work under review, heavy assessment appeals activity, private railroad car (PRC) tax bills totaling about $12 million sent by the Oct. 15 deadline, a multiyear IT modernization project in planning and active handbook reviews for assessor guidance.
Madison City, Jefferson County, Indiana
Board members and staff discussed the lack of effective remedies for contractors who repeatedly perform unapproved work and said staff is developing a fines structure; board requested an update from enforcement staff on the city's vacant/abandoned buildings ordinance.
Eagle, Ada County, Idaho
The Eagle Urban Renewal Agency introduced a concept to add angle and parallel parking in the wide right‑of‑way near Idaho Power, projecting 34 net new spaces. Council members directed staff to work with agency representatives, the design review board and neighborhood stakeholders to refine the plan.
Board of Equalization, Other State Agencies, Executive, California
Holly Cooper reported on assessment practice surveys: Kern County's supplemental audit reviewed 10 prior recommendations (six implemented, four not fully implemented); Alpine County's compliance audit found no administrative or real-property recommendations but issued three recommendations for personal property and fixtures.
DeKalb County, Georgia
The Finance, Audit & Budget Committee approved a $300,000 strategic assessment contract and an $800,384 cooperative agreement with Periscope Holdings (NIGP) to review procurement operations and temporarily augment procurement staff to meet project and consent-decree demands.
Richmond City (Independent City), Virginia
City planning and police officials on the Public Safety Standing Committee described new zoning rules for vape and tobacco retailers and outlined enforcement challenges after police tied a large share of recent commercial robberies to vape shops.
Orange, School Districts, Florida
The board accepted two administrative appointments on Oct. 28: Christopher Bridall Langley to Evans High School and Annabel Guzman to Sadler Elementary. Both appointees addressed the board and thanked supervisors and family members.
New Castle County, Delaware
New Castle County Council unanimously approved a financing agreement to borrow up to $17,679,097 through the Delaware Water Pollution Control Revolving Fund to fund a new Richardson Park sewage pump station and associated sewer work.
Board of Equalization, Other State Agencies, Executive, California
Lauren Keach reported that the Board has issued 35 Letters to Assessors (LTAs) for calendar year 2025, including recent LTAs on historical property interest and exemptions; BOE staff scheduled 40 classes and two webinars for FY 2025–26 and continue to offer online courses and county-delivered training.
Indianapolis City, Marion County, Indiana
Fran Quigley, clinical professor at Indiana University Robert H. McKinney School of Law, told a Mid North Shepherd Center audience in Indianapolis that Marion County receives roughly 500 new eviction filings each week and that the U.S. eviction system has become “fast, cheap and easy.”
Petoskey City, Emmet County, Michigan
City officials and staff attended a Michigan Municipal League training covering the Open Meetings Act, Freedom of Information Act, ethics, closed‑session rules, and parliamentary procedure; no formal council votes were taken.
Madison City, Jefferson County, Indiana
The board completed the first reading of a resolution that would require speakers to sign in and limit public comment on COA projects to four minutes; the text was amended to allow the presiding officer or a majority of the board to waive the sign-in requirement or the time limit, and the measure will return for a final vote next month.
Eagle, Ada County, Idaho
Craig Rayborn, executive director of Compass, the region’s metropolitan planning organization, told the Eagle City Council the region faces roughly $5.4 billion in unfunded transportation needs through 2050 and described Compass programs to help member agencies pursue funding and projects.
Finance, Ways, and Means, House of Representatives, Committees, Legislative, Tennessee
The Department of Disability and Aging reported expanded early‑intervention caseloads, thousands served through Katie Beckett and other programs, and near‑completion of three ARPA‑funded regional seating and positioning clinics.
Montgomery County, Maryland
Montgomery County staff from OEMHS and the Office of Grants Management briefed the County Council on Oct. 27 about the county Nonprofit Security Grant Program, which provided $1.2 million in FY25 and allows up to $15,000 per facility for eligible security measures.
Ways and Means, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Ohio
Sen. Reynolds presented sponsor testimony for Senate Bill 205, a nonrefundable income tax credit to cover qualifying kinship caregiving expenses; testimony cited new AARP data on the scale of family caregiving in Ohio, outlined eligible expenses and certification rules, and said an LSC fiscal note was being requested.
Orange, School Districts, Florida
The Orange County School Board voted Oct. 28 to accept an agreement with LIFT Orlando that sets a path for Orange Center Elementary to convert to a charter school and, if enrollment benchmarks are met, expand to a K–8 campus.
New Castle County, Delaware
New Castle County Council voted to transfer $900,000 from the tax stabilization reserve to the Office of Law to pay outside attorneys and expert witnesses. The measure passed after an extended exchange about the county''s contracting practices and a council member''s refusal to support the appropriation over concerns about lack of Black attorneys.
LAKELAND DISTRICT, School Districts, Idaho
Committee members reviewed a draft volunteer policy that requires background checks, fingerprinting and places final acceptance or rejection authority with the superintendent, while flagging concerns about processing delays and the need to retain explicit statutory offense language.
Ways and Means, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Ohio
Sen. Reynolds presented sponsor testimony for the Tithing Protection Act (SB 261), which would allow taxpayers who itemize to deduct verified tithes and offerings on Ohio state returns, aligning state treatment with federal practice; sponsor said churches provide written giving statements and a fiscal estimate is pending from LSC.
Somerville City, Middlesex County, Massachusetts
City attorneys and mobility staff told the Traffic and Parking Committee Somerville currently can impose local restrictions on autonomous-vehicle testing but that pending state and federal legislation could preempt municipal authority.
Madison City, Jefferson County, Indiana
The board approved COAs for two new houses at 1007 and 1009 Park Avenue, allowing staff to finalize siding choice (Hardie or LP-style) and permitting a more traditional picket railing at staff discretion.
Eagle, Ada County, Idaho
After a lengthy public hearing and negotiation over private-street design, sidewalks and an existing barn, the Eagle City Council approved the annexation, rezone and preliminary plan for the Reigning Horse subdivision with changes staff will incorporate into final documents.
Ways and Means, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Ohio
Senate Bill 275, sponsored by Senators Craig and Reynolds, would create a property tax deferral revolving fund for homeowners at or below 250% of the federal poverty level, add a manufactured‑home exemption, and require residential rental owner registration. The bill would reimburse counties through a revolving fund and make deferred taxes payable
Orange, School Districts, Florida
Chief Brian Holmes, the district’s chief of school police and the school safety specialist, told the Orange County School Board on Oct. 28 that Orange County Public Schools has met or exceeded the requirements of the state’s recent school‑safety legislation and recommended a set of ongoing security upgrades.
Somerville City, Middlesex County, Massachusetts
Mobility staff said speed-feedback signs have limited long-term effectiveness and noted a planned Shore Drive capital project (with Mystic River Watershed Association) expected to begin construction in 2026 that could include physical traffic calming; committee accepted staff responses and closed the item.
Board of Equalization, Other State Agencies, Executive, California
Amy Hendrickson reported that the Taxpayer Rights Advocate’s office completed 23 cases in September 2025: 18 valuation cases and 5 administrative. Cases were distributed across the four board-member districts, with specific topics identified within valuation and administrative categories.
Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska
Finance staff said the department initially budgeted $60,000 for a budgeting software project; multiple proposals have come in and the department asked the assembly to appropriate supplemental funds to complete procurement and implementation.
Ways and Means, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Ohio
Senator Catrona presented sponsor testimony on Senate Bill 206, a proposal to reduce property taxes by 50% for homeowners age 65 and older.
Finance, Ways, and Means, House of Representatives, Committees, Legislative, Tennessee
The Department of Children's Services told the committee it has reduced placement moves and lowered staff turnover after salary increases, is building short‑term trauma‑informed homes and expanding safe baby courts; lawmakers pressed for facility counts, caseload data and answers about child deaths and office placements.
Montgomery County, Maryland
Montgomery County judges, court managers and the sheriff’s office briefed the County Council’s Public Safety Work Session on Oct. 27 about progress and gaps in courthouse security and sheriff staffing.
Madison City, Jefferson County, Indiana
After review and input from a local window restoration firm, the board approved replacement of two deteriorated upper‑story windows at 221 East Main, conditioning the COA on wood-exterior replacement windows with a 1-1/4" muntin and 2-over-2 divided lights.
Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska
Borough staff introduced an ordinance to appropriate funds for remaining work on the Central Peninsula landfill leachate evaporator project; some support-service connections were removed from the public bid due to proprietary restrictions from the manufacturer, and the evaporator was previously purchased under a 2022 sole-source resolution.
Ways and Means, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Ohio
Senate Bill 285 would clarify that 501(c)(3) conservation organizations are exempt from CAUV recoupment fees when they acquire land for conservation; sponsors said the exemption would apply unless the land is later converted to non-conservation use, in which case recoupment applies with a three-year look-back.
Tacoma, Pierce County, Washington
City staff presented Tacoma Creates’ 2024–25 annual report to the Economic Development Committee, highlighting nearly 1,500 programs, about 1,000,000 participants and plans for an expanded capital funding program in the coming years.
LAKELAND DISTRICT, School Districts, Idaho
Members of the Lakeland District policy committee reviewed proposed revisions to Policy 4105 and form 4105F, focusing on sign-in paperwork, the chair's discretionary authority to limit speakers, the proper forum for personnel- and student-related complaints and whether public comment may be reopened later in meetings.
Madison City, Jefferson County, Indiana
After extended debate about materials and precedent, the Madison Historic District Board of Review granted a COA for a new 22-by-24-foot rear‑alley garage at 515 East Street by a 4–3 vote, permitting vinyl siding as an exception given site-specific visibility and context.
DeKalb County, Georgia
Multiple speakers at the Oct. 28 DeKalb County meeting urged commissioners to fund the Jesse Norman School of the Arts. The board’s consent agenda included an allocation of $10,000 to the school; the consent package was approved.
Ways and Means, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Ohio
Senator Schafer presented sponsor testimony on Senate Bill 284 at a first hearing before the Senate Ways and Means Committee, asking that penalties for failing to file a tax return be waived when no tax is owed.
Somerville City, Middlesex County, Massachusetts
City mobility staff confirmed Ashland Street is on the traffic-calming queue and scheduled data collection for spring 2026; committee thanked petitioners and marked the order complete.
Board of Equalization, Other State Agencies, Executive, California
Chief Counsel Richard Moon told the Board of Equalization that quarter 3 legal work is dominated by appeals, and the office remains actively recruiting for two attorney positions after offers were declined.
Madison City, Jefferson County, Indiana
Indiana Landmarks presented a plan to preserve and stabilize the 1844 Custer (Cosby) House at 111 East Fourth Street, retaining the original front block and adding a two-story rear addition; the board granted a certificate of appropriateness.
Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska
Borough leaders introduced an ordinance to amend KPB chapter 10.04 and add violations to the minor-offense penalty schedule; the change moves many contract terms to reference the borough procurement code (KPB 5.28) and schedules a public hearing for Dec. 2.
Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska
Assemblymember Cooper filed a notice to rescind Ordinance 2025-21 after members said an amendment removing a senior exemption and changes to exemption 'stacking' were not handled in order; legal staff said stacking remains allowed unless a code change is passed.
Finance, Ways, and Means, House of Representatives, Committees, Legislative, Tennessee
Department of Corrections leaders told the House Finance committee they have reduced officer vacancies and deployed electronic health records and an offender management replacement but acknowledged failures in applying sentence credit removals in a high‑profile case that, according to a committee member, preceded homicides.
Transportation Commission, Agencies under Office of the Governor, Executive, California
Dr. Adonia Lugo, a commissioner on the California Transportation Commission and researcher at UCLA, urged state leaders to expand funding for non‑infrastructure elements of active‑transportation projects and announced an SB 1‑funded UCLA study to count jobs created by those investments.
Madison City, Jefferson County, Indiana
The board granted certificates of appropriateness for several projects across Madison, tabled three applications, and advanced a procedural resolution to a second reading. A contentious vote approved a rear-alley garage at 515 East Street, despite divided board opinion on vinyl siding.
DeKalb County, Georgia
At its Oct. 28 meeting the DeKalb County Board of Commissioners issued proclamations recognizing Goodwill of North Georgia’s 100 years of service and the Eastlake Foundation’s 30-year neighborhood revitalization partnership with the Tour Championship.
Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska
The Kenai Peninsula Borough Lands Committee on Oct. 28, 2025 reviewed a petition (KPB file 2025-143V, KPB7268) to vacate Corona Court and Hidden Valley Circle and associated utility easements in the Nikiski area, and heard that the petitioner owns the surrounding land and intends to limit trespassing.
Tacoma, Pierce County, Washington
City staff and Tacoma Public Schools updated the Economic Development Committee on Jobs 2 5 3, reporting expanded participation, new credential pathways and ongoing funding, including employer matches and community partnerships.
Transportation Commission, Agencies under Office of the Governor, Executive, California
Rachel Carpenter, Caltrans chief safety officer, told attendees at the UC Davis Active Transportation Symposium that California is shifting from vehicle-centered metrics to a "safe system" approach and announced a new secretary�s road safety policy that sets an interim target of a 30 percent reduction in fatal and serious injuries by 2035.
Town of Nashville, Nash County, North Carolina
The Downtown Advisory Board voted to approve prior meeting minutes, discussed holiday scheduling and a possible meeting-date change, and learned staff will forward 3–4 applications to town council to fill two upcoming vacancies.
Wylie, Collin County, Texas
Wylie Fire Rescue presented lifesaving awards to crews and dispatchers for two recent cardiac arrests; both patients were candidates for extracorporeal CPR (eCPR) and were transported to Medical City Plano for ECMO support.
Chino Hills City, San Bernardino County, California
At its Oct. 28 meeting, the City Council approved multiple items including a $930,300 appropriation for the sheriff contract, introduction of parking ordinance amendments, renewal of a business development agreement and fee schedule changes; all recorded 5‑0.
Somerville City, Middlesex County, Massachusetts
The city
irector of parking said increased enforcement, not new signage, is the preferred first step after three parking tickets were issued near the Walnut Street/Sunnyside Avenue corner; committee marked the item complete.
McAllen, Hidalgo County, Texas
City staff presented the certified 2025 tax roll and the commission adopted the roll by resolution. Staff reported a net taxable value of $16,294,166,590 and discussed the levy and collections; commissioners asked for comparative collection data and staff noted a temporary pause in collections following a recent disaster declaration.
Northampton City, Hampshire County, Massachusetts
City planning staff and board members reviewed possible changes to the 2022 form-based Central Business District code on Oct. 23, focusing on building heights, step-backs near residential zones, buffers, solar canopies and structured parking design.
Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska
The borough introduced an ordinance to appropriate $31,340 so the assessing department can mail notices to prior recipients of the $50,000 residential real property tax exemption, which expires Dec. 31; residents must reapply for a new $75,000 exemption and the mailings will support required auditing and implementation work.
Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska
The Kenai Peninsula Borough Lands Committee on Oct. 28, 2025 discussed a petition (KPB file 2025-144V, KPB7267) to vacate a 66‑foot section‑line easement running east–west through Lot 2 of Arnold Subdivision in the Diamond Ridge area.
Finance, Ways, and Means, House of Representatives, Committees, Legislative, Tennessee
The Department of Finance and Administration briefed the Finance, Ways and Means Committee on federal COVID relief spending, ARPA project status, technology investments and the state's revenue outlook for FY27. Officials said most ARPA funds have been committed, highlighted major broadband and water projects, and warned of slower revenue growth in
McAllen, Hidalgo County, Texas
The McAllen City Commission voted to adopt the 2024 building codes while approving local exceptions for interior residential lighting controls, a commercial adult changing-table requirement, and municipal requirements for residential fire sprinklers.
Town of Nashville, Nash County, North Carolina
The Downtown Advisory Board voted to recommend that the Town of Nashville use MSD funds to place crushed concrete/gravel on about half of a 0.34-acre Church Street parking lot, after hearing cost estimates and public comments about access and future improvements.
DeKalb County, Georgia
DeKalb County commissioners on Oct. 28 deferred action on a recommended Sky Harbor hangar/basing agreement at Peachtree DeKalb Airport after residents and an epidemiologist raised noise, safety and data‑availability concerns.
ROCORI PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Boards, Minnesota
District staff outlined the Minnesota paid-leave program starting Jan. 1, 2026, the payroll deductions and employer share; the board also received a first-quarter budget comparison, an HVAC project update and a negotiations status report including recent contract settlements and a teachers' proposal to seek mediation.
Plano, Collin County, Texas
Council approved RFB 2025-479B, awarding S Y B Construction Company the Rigsby Drive, Peppermint Tree Place, Laurel Lane and Trail Ridge Drive paving and water improvements project for $7,253,979 after public comment from a neighborhood resident urging streambank stabilization and pedestrian-safety accommodations.
Los Alamos, New Mexico
The county Personnel Board unanimously approved its fiscal year 2026 work plan and heard a monthly Human Resources report covering compensation policy revisions, recruitments for three leadership positions, rollout of a new performance-evaluation system, safety/training updates and preparations for open enrollment and a Nov. 5 health fair.
Cleveland, Cuyahoga County, Ohio
Committee approved authority for Parks to accept a roughly $30,000 donation from Changeover and permit sponsor logos to support renovation of two tennis courts at Harmony Park.
Wylie, Collin County, Texas
A representative of the Wylie Historical Society told the City Council the group needs clear ownership and time to pursue grants to restore Stonehaven, saying recent city communications imposed an unreasonable 10‑day deadline.
Chino Hills City, San Bernardino County, California
Following a public hearing and comments from builders, the City Council adopted a nexus study, updated DIFs including a new fire facilities fee, and adjusted Quimby/Lot‑in‑lieu park fees. Council instructed staff to return with options to grandfather projects and phase increases; vote was 5‑0.
Plano, Collin County, Texas
Council unanimously accepted Deputy Mayor Pro Tem Julie Homer’s resignation; staff outlined special election dates and petition requirements. Council voted 8-0 to accept the resignation and will call the election at its Nov. 10 meeting, creating the vacancy.
Venice, Sarasota County, Florida
The Venice City Council approved consent items, one zoning map amendment, a code text amendment, a first reading of a building-inspection ordinance, three resolutions and the drainage-easement purchase; all recorded votes were unanimous.
Wylie, Collin County, Texas
At its Oct. 28 meeting the Wylie City Council approved multiple zoning requests and municipal actions, including three zoning cases, a debt reimbursement resolution, a radio-equipment purchase and the council's votes for the Rockwall Central Appraisal District board.
Cleveland, Cuyahoga County, Ohio
Committee approved an amendment to the Osborne Engineering contract for the North Coast Connector (Lakefront Pedestrian Bridge Connector), striking prior language and capping the amendment at not to exceed $5 million, with payment from specified funds including cash matches.
ROCORI PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Boards, Minnesota
Students and coaches from ROCORI Public School District’s FIRST Robotics team updated the school board on regional wins, a trip to the world championship in Houston, program growth and fundraising needs.
Maple Heights City, School Districts, Ohio
A Maple Heights parent told the school board that she had filed a police report and state complaint after an incident on Sept. 16 involving her son and a district staff member and asked the board to discuss it in executive session.
Birmingham City, Jefferson County, Alabama
Council deferred action on a proposed fixed‑site ‘oasis’ managed by Urban Alchemy — a harm‑reduction outreach model — and referred the item to Committee of the Whole following an executive session that addressed real‑estate and legal questions.
Town of Braintree , Norfolk County, Massachusetts
The Braintree Zoning Board of Appeals denied a petition seeking three variances that would have allowed a developer to construct a 43‑unit multifamily building at 1139–1151 Washington Street on a floodplain‑adjacent, irregularly shaped 1.84‑acre parcel.
Northampton City, Hampshire County, Massachusetts
The Northampton Planning Board voted Oct. 23 to continue the site-plan review for Michael Schafer's proposed project at 106 Industrial Drive to Nov. 13 after the applicant failed to appear and staff reported late stormwater documentation and a pending conservation commission review. DPW signed a same-day waiver indicating the disturbed area is now
Chino Hills City, San Bernardino County, California
Waste Management proposed citywide residential route adjustments that would change service days for about 24% of customers; council asked staff and Waste Management to target a post‑holiday January 2026 start and to provide maps and customer lookup tools.
Venice, Sarasota County, Florida
United Way says its Long Term Recovery Group has rebuilt 120 homes from recent hurricanes, secured a $2.2 million FEMA disaster case management contract and two more years of support from World Renew, and is seeking warehouse space and construction funding to continue work.
Plano, Collin County, Texas
City staff recommended returning responsibility for evaluating housing tax credit applications to a multi-department team rather than the Community Relations Commission, and proposed posting an application at the end of November with submissions due January 2026 for the Texas Department of Housing and Community Affairs competitive process.
Sioux Falls School District 49-5, School Districts, South Dakota
The board approved routine meeting items by voice vote: approval of minutes, agenda, consent agenda, acknowledgments of demographic, enrollment and technology reports, first reading of policy revisions, and adjournment.
Cleveland, Cuyahoga County, Ohio
Committee approved an emergency ordinance that would rename Hermann Park to Judge Raymond L. Pianca Park after capital improvements are completed. Sponsor Councilwoman Spencer said the renaming would take effect only upon completion of park renovations and noted an active public‑private fundraising effort.
Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska
Borough Attorney Sean Kelly reviewed the Kenai Peninsula Borough's statutory powers under Title 29, the distinction between area-wide and non-area-wide powers, service-area structure and the relationship with the school district and planning commission.
Maple Heights City, School Districts, Ohio
The Maple Heights Board of Education on Oct. 27 approved agreements that clear the way for a county-led rooftop solar installation at Maple Heights High School and accepted a grant from Growth Opportunity Partners to help pay for the work.
Birmingham City, Jefferson County, Alabama
The council approved several opioid‑abatement provider agreements to expand peer‑led prevention, medication‑assisted treatment outreach to unhoused individuals, overdose response training, and reentry supportive services.
Cleveland, Cuyahoga County, Ohio
The committee approved a resolution asking the Ohio Department of Transportation to declare a 30 mph speed limit on Cleveland’s portion of Lake Avenue between W. 100th/17th Street and Detroit Avenue, citing a local speed study and Vision Zero goals to reduce deaths and serious injuries.
Town of Braintree , Norfolk County, Massachusetts
The Braintree Zoning Board of Appeals on the evening of the meeting granted variances that allow DICK'S Sporting Goods to convert the former Nordstrom at South Shore Plaza into a three‑story DICK'S House of Sport, a roughly 150,000‑square‑foot, immersive retail concept that includes a central clerestory and larger wall signage.
Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska
Kenai Peninsula Borough Finance Director Brandy Harbaugh described the FY budget calendar, the borough's fund structure (39 funds), revenue mix and where opioid settlement funds are recorded.
Elmhurst, DuPage County, Illinois
Assistant City Manager Kent Johnson, HR and IT staff briefed council on recruitment costs for public safety (polygraph exams and candidate‑list processing), HR programs including tuition reimbursement, and IT subscriptions tied to Tyler, Office 365 and cybersecurity monitoring.
Midland, Midland County, Texas
Summary of motions, contract awards, zoning actions and other council votes taken at the Oct. 28 meeting.
Cleveland, Cuyahoga County, Ohio
The committee approved a resolution to vacate a portion of East 80th Street at the request of Cleveland Gears to enable an expansion of its manufacturing facility. Councilmembers highlighted the company's long Cleveland history and potential local job opportunities.
Sioux Falls School District 49-5, School Districts, South Dakota
The policy review committee presented 11 policies for first reading; changes were described as language cleanup and reference updates and will return for a second reading next month.
Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska
Kenai Peninsula Borough Attorney Sean Kelly and Clerk Michelle Turner reviewed Open Meetings Act rules, teleconferencing, serial communications and conflict-of-interest procedures for assembly members.
Snoqualmie, King County, Washington
The Snoqualmie City Council adopted Ordinance 13-07 amending municipal code Title 8 to formalize compost procurement and use on city projects; councilors said the ordinance largely codifies current practice and requires contractors to source locally where soil/compost is needed.
Cleveland, Cuyahoga County, Ohio
Committee approved ordinances to solicit a supervising contractor for vacant‑property nuisance abatement, and a temporary employment agency contract to supply labor for Project Clean and other city needs. Members requested lists of contractors, ward inventories of assessed properties, and clarified assessment practices.
Venice, Sarasota County, Florida
After a yearlong feasibility study by Coastal Protection Engineering, the Venice City Council unanimously authorized purchase of a drainage easement from Edmond and Debbie Campbell and discussed a package of incremental options to reduce frequent flooding in the Flamingo Ditch area.
Sioux Falls School District 49-5, School Districts, South Dakota
The board acknowledged an Information Technology Services update: districtwide multifactor authentication, a VoIP phone conversion, network redesign funded partly by E-rate, and steps to reduce ticket response and resolution times.
Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska
Borough officials led an orientation for new Kenai Peninsula Borough Assembly members covering Title 29 authority, the legislative process, meeting rules, the clerk's role and an initial finance overview.
Elmhurst, DuPage County, Illinois
Cindy Wellwood, president of the Elmhurst Library Board of Trustees, and Marybeth Harper, executive director, told the council the Elmhurst Public Library recorded roughly 489,000 visits and over 1,000,000 checkouts in 2024 and is requesting a 2% levy increase in the 2026 budget to support operations and capital needs.
Birmingham City, Jefferson County, Alabama
The council awarded multiple one‑year BOLD program grants supporting workforce development, entrepreneurship, health care supply redistribution, and community services across priority neighborhoods.
Cleveland, Cuyahoga County, Ohio
Committee approved a resolution asking the Ohio Department of Transportation to set a 30 mph speed limit on Lake Avenue between W. 117th and Detroit Avenue after a speed‑zone study showed most drivers already travel below 35 mph. Staff said the change aligns with the city's Vision Zero goals and will be followed by signage after ODOT's written OK.
Sioux Falls School District 49-5, School Districts, South Dakota
Board acknowledged the district demographic report and the final K–12 fall enrollment: 24,059 students (172 fewer than last year). Officials outlined enrollment trends, diversity metrics, special education growth and staffing counts.
Waukesha City, Waukesha County, Wisconsin
The Waukesha City Finance Committee voted unanimously to recommend the 2026 operating budget totaling $84,127,448 to the full Common Council. An amendment by Alderson Lempke to cap nonrepresented employee merit increases at 3% failed on a 3-2 vote after committee debate about recruitment, turnover and fairness.
Snoqualmie, King County, Washington
Councilmembers discussed a proposed ordinance to define and limit use of high-power electric motorcycles in Snoqualmie, focusing on youth operation, sidewalk and trail bans, helmet standards, impound authority and tiered fines; staff will revise the draft for a future ordinance reading.
Midland, Midland County, Texas
The council unanimously appointed Nicholas Crump as City Attorney and authorized an advisory committee to negotiate his employment agreement; Crump thanked mentors and staff and said he was 'humbled.'
Sioux Falls School District 49-5, School Districts, South Dakota
Teammates Mentoring of Sioux Falls, launched in 2020, was named South Dakota chapter of the year and reported growth to more than 200 mentees across district schools; program leaders and board members urged community volunteer recruitment to fill a backlog of applications.
Cleveland, Cuyahoga County, Ohio
Committee approved amendments to allow participation in an OWDA refinancing projected to save about $4.3 million over 20 years, and authorized standard as‑needed and capital sewer replacement contracts and projects funded primarily with bond proceeds.
Waukesha City, Waukesha County, Wisconsin
The Waukesha City Finance Committee on Oct. 28 unanimously approved acceptance of a 2025 Community Policing Development microgrant for $139,600 to fund a two-year trial of CellBright forensic-phone-analysis software for the Waukesha Police Department.
Elmhurst, DuPage County, Illinois
Chief Mike McClain, Elmhurst’s police chief, told the Committee of the Whole on Oct. 27 that the Elmhurst Police Department’s proposed 2026 budget centers on recruitment, traffic safety, technology and officer wellness and includes $3.25 million for architecture and engineering and $44.75 million in later construction costs for a new police station.
Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, North Carolina
Council approved $750,000 in ARPA/local recovery funds to support construction costs for a Do Greater Charlotte Creative Lab location at 500 North Tryon Street in Uptown; councilmembers said the program will expand access to creative tech, workforce training and entrepreneurship.
Williamson County, Texas
County commissioners voted to provide $253,415.70 in ARPA interest funds to help the city of Granger complete a problematic bore under Union Pacific right-of-way, and directed the county auditor and the city to reconcile invoices and report back.
Cleveland, Cuyahoga County, Ohio
Committee approved a one‑to‑two year contract to manage nuisance abatement work and an annual authority to hire temporary staffing agencies for seasonal crews. Staff said a contractor handled about 14,000 work orders last season and that the measures will improve turnaround times on vacant‑lot cutting and trimming.
Snoqualmie, King County, Washington
The Washington State Auditor's Office told the Snoqualmie City Council on Oct. 27 that the city's accountability and financial-statement audits for the 2022 and 2023 fiscal years complied in all material respects with applicable state laws, regulations and the state-prescribed Budgeting, Accounting, and Reporting System (BARS).
Ashland City, School Districts, Ohio
Pastor John Bouquet addressed the board during public comment, said Lifewise operates in dozens of states and thousands of schools and provided copies of the U.S. Constitution and a 1952 Supreme Court opinion to board members; he closed with a brief prayer.
Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, North Carolina
Seoul Gas Lounge owner Lisa Castanis told council the new transit station at The Pass (Sugar Creek Station) lacks direct accessible access from the adjacent development, saying riders and EMS have had difficulty; she asked council to press Charlotte Area Transit System and the property owner to resolve the access and signage.
Kaufman County, Texas
Kaufman County Commissioners Court on Oct. 28 approved the treasurer’s monthly and quarterly reports, formalized the court’s votes for two nominees to the Kaufman Central Appraisal District board, authorized a budget line-item transfer and approved $3,162,252.52 in claims and payroll.
Cleveland, Cuyahoga County, Ohio
Committee members discussed the looming interruption of SNAP benefits and urged constituent outreach, coordination with the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, and use of 211 to connect residents to emergency food resources. Council asked staff to share information and requested potential letters to state and federal officials.
Athens City, Limestone County, Alabama
Athens City Council approved multiple consent and regular-calendar items including a sanitary sewer contract ($85,647.50), organizational-chart updates adding police and fire positions, purchase of Highway 31 property for $22,200,000 and a Highway 72 site for $265,000, and several routine resolutions and licenses.
Henry County, School Districts, Georgia
Superintendent and board clarified an omission in RFQ 2601 (construction materials testing and inspection services); the item will be corrected and placed on next week's consent agenda for vote.
Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, North Carolina
Council voted to approve a public-private partnership and city funding allocation to restore and redevelop the historic Excelsior Club on Beatty's/Beatties Ford Road as a community anchor; community leaders and multiple council members supported the plan.
Birmingham City, Jefferson County, Alabama
The council authorized a 5‑year lease, with options to extend, for city services and a police substation at a new development on 508 19th Street in Ensley. Council member Williams cast the lone recorded 'nay.'
Cleveland, Cuyahoga County, Ohio
Public Works won committee approval to contract for ADA curb ramps intended to reduce dependence on a separate MOCAP contract and accelerate residential street resurfacing work. Staff said a new contract will increase efficiency and may allow the city to bring more resurfacing work in‑house over time.
Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District, School Districts, Wisconsin
The Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District Board of Education adopted its 2025–26 budget and certified a $101,150,743 tax levy at the Oct. 27 meeting after finance staff presented revenue-limit and aid factors driving the levy.
Ashland City, School Districts, Ohio
Superintendent Paramore presented a first reading of a proposed habitual truancy policy for students open-enrolled in Ashland City Schools; the proposal would allow the district, after staged interventions, to require a habitually truant open-enrolled student to return to their home district. No vote was taken.
Richmond City (Independent City), Virginia
A Richmond City subcommittee voted to return a revised cultural-heritage and zoning planning document to the Planning Commission with edits after public comments and committee discussion focused on adding fiscal impact analysis, clarifying demolition and view-shed rules, and changing language on federal Section 106 review.
Cleveland, Cuyahoga County, Ohio
Cleveland council committee approved an amendment to add $120,000 to an existing ARPA‑funded scholarship program administered by Starting Point. The funds target 18 high‑need households (25 children) who lacked other subsidy options; council members pressed staff for ward‑level data, program duration and sustainability beyond year‑end.
Midland, Midland County, Texas
Council voted 5–1 to permit a property at 6500 Gladiola Avenue to be split into two half‑acre lots, prompting objections from neighborhood residents who cited private easements, traffic and loss of neighborhood character.
Anderson City, Anderson County, South Carolina
On first reading the Anderson City Council unanimously advanced an ordinance establishing a tiered special tax assessment to incentivize rehabilitation of historic properties, outlining certification and decertification procedures through the Board of Architectural Review.
Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District, School Districts, Wisconsin
The Middleton-Cross Plains Area School District Board of Education heard a detailed report Oct. 27 on statewide student assessments, including Forward, DLM, preACT and ACT results, and on planned curriculum and intervention steps.
Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, North Carolina
Council authorized negotiation of a 10-year pilot for up to 30 interactive digital kiosks in Charlotte rights-of-way, to be owned and operated by a private vendor with revenue sharing and community content commitments.
Cleburne City , Johnson County, Texas
A Cleburne resident criticized the process and timeline for the city's planned 9/11 memorial and urged more public input and veteran participation. Councilmembers acknowledged the concern and said they would follow up.
Williamson County, Texas
Summary of formal actions taken by the Williamson County Commissioners Court on Oct. 28, 2025, including approvals, proclamations and contracts.
Henry County, School Districts, Georgia
Officials said they will circulate a survey to students, staff and families to choose among calendar options for 2026–27 and aim to present finalized options to the board by the Dec. 1 meeting; district will involve student council and teacher advisories.
Athens City, Limestone County, Alabama
Council approved a resolution directing a change to the zoning ordinance that would carve out an exception allowing the city to adopt specific rules for food trucks and to permit mobile tool-vending operations; the change was referred to the planning commission for recommendation and eventual council action.
Milwaukee County, Wisconsin
Preserve Our Parks and Milwaukee Domes Alliance speakers urged supervisors to pursue stable funding for parks, including a task force to explore a parks district, while Domes Alliance speakers thanked the board for proposed initial funding for the Domes Reimagined project.
Cleveland, Cuyahoga County, Ohio
Committee members pressed city planning staff on ward briefings, project locations and the local match for a federal CMAQ award that would fund high‑comfort bicycle and pedestrian connections and a pilot electric refuse vehicle program. The ordinance was temporarily held and referred to the Finance Committee for further briefings.
Grayson County, Texas
The Commissioner's Court presented a proclamation honoring Rhonda McCollum for 39 years of county service and announced a retirement reception on Oct. 31, 2025.
Hernando County, Florida
The commission approved county staff’s request to add trainee positions within the current budget to support a pipeline into firefighting and EMS roles; trainees perform facility and logistics work while receiving certifications and move into funded firefighter positions as vacancies open.
Ashland City, School Districts, Ohio
At its Oct. 27 meeting the Ashland City Schools Board approved treasurer and superintendent consent calendars, adopted a cell phone reimbursement resolution ($50/month), appointed Pam Mowery to the Heartland Technical Education Center Board for two upcoming meetings (one board member abstained), and voted to enter executive session.
Department of Health Care Access and Information, Agencies under Office of the Governor, Executive, California
The Department of Health Care Access and Information (HCAI) outlined key 2025 updates to Title 24 on March 29, 2025, and said the Administrative Code became effective March 29, 2025, after filing with the Secretary of State. HCAIs presentation covered seismic guidance for hospitals, clarified who may submit construction documents, revised nonmaterial-alteration procedures, and issued advisory guidance on imaging rooms, temporary structures, sterile compounding and psychiatric facilities.
Midland, Midland County, Texas
Councilors expressed concern about approving two preliminary plats outside city limits that rely on private groundwater; staff said the plats meet state law, but several councilors said long‑term water viability remains uncertain and took no action.
Abilene, Taylor County, Texas
The Abilene Landmarks Commission voted to add a local historic overlay to 774 Butternut, a Prairie School–style residence owned by the Junior League of Abilene and listed on the National Register.
Athens City, Limestone County, Alabama
The Athens City Council unanimously approved three rezoning ordinances: JHH Properties (±3.68 acres to B-2), a 1.52-acre Leonard family parcel to B-2, and a 4.48-acre Cambridge Lane parcel to R-1-1. Planning commission recommended each change; one item included public comment from the Leonard family and prospective veterinary clinic operators.
Anderson City, Anderson County, South Carolina
The Anderson City Council unanimously approved the accommodation tax advisory committee's recommendations to fund 33 tourism-related projects after staff presented the allotment and committee criteria.
Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, North Carolina
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Cleburne City , Johnson County, Texas
At its meeting the Cleburne City Council approved a consent agenda and voted unanimously to grant two specific-use permits, adopt TxDOT illuminated-sign standards, award a turf-replacement contract, and accept a sales-tax refund repayment option.
Birmingham City, Jefferson County, Alabama
The council amended a prior resolution to reflect a revised federal CMAQ award and the city contribution for the Greenway and Richard Avenue Boulevard project in South Birmingham.
Athens City, Limestone County, Alabama
Athens City Council on a 3–1 vote approved a package authorizing the mayor to pay Olive Garden Holdings LLC up to $600,000 in local sales-tax proceeds in arrears over as many as six years, a move the city says will help attract a restaurant expected to create about 80 jobs and $6.5 million in private investment.
Milwaukee County, Wisconsin
Several people who used or work with First Step told the county board cutting funding for detox services would remove a critical local resource for people with substance‑use disorders and argued the county should retain funding in the 2026 budget.
Henry County, School Districts, Georgia
Chief financial officer reported tax bills delayed into December, four audit findings down from eight, SPLOST revenues on target, and asked board members to submit budget questions before a weekend retreat; members requested publicly posted monthly financials and details about cybersecurity and AI purchases.
Ellis County, Texas
At its Oct. 28, 2025 meeting the Ellis County Commissioners Court approved the consent agenda, granted three development variances/replats, authorized purchase of a 2026 Mack truck with grant reimbursement, declared surplus vehicles, set a public hearing on stop-sign changes and took no action on a proposed burn ban.
Abilene, Taylor County, Texas
The Abilene Landmarks Commission voted unanimously to grant a certificate of appropriateness for CA-202504, allowing the Swinson House Historical Society to replace three wooden garage doors with steel doors.
Town of Indian River Shores, Indian River County, Florida
Trustees of the Town of Indian River Shores pension plan approved submitting redemption requests totaling $750,000 from two private real‑estate funds after an extended debate over fees, liquidity and whether to replace private real estate with REITs or other exposures.
Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, North Carolina
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Pryor Creek, Mayes County, Oklahoma
Park maintenance staff reported removal of fallen trees at Centennial Park, plans to remove additional hazardous trees near Seventeenth and Elliot, and ongoing cemetery cleanup after recent tornado damage.
Cleburne City , Johnson County, Texas
The Cleburne City Council voted unanimously to authorize repayment of the city's share of a Texas Comptroller sales-tax refund and directed staff to use the lump-sum option to reduce fees. Staff said the city's maximum exposure is $1.4 million and that the payment is a revenue reduction, not a new expenditure.
Grayson County, Texas
Grayson County Commissioners on Oct. 28 approved changes to county retirement plans, authorized several payments including a sheriff’s K‑9 vehicle purchase, and approved multiple interlocal agreements with nearby cities for road work and materials.
Town of Indian River Shores, Indian River County, Florida
The pension board agreed to delay approving a five‑year actuarial experience study until the plan actuary can return and trustees who missed the prior presentation have time to review the materials. Trustees asked staff to reschedule the actuary for the next quarter and to redistribute the study materials before that meeting.
Ashland City, School Districts, Ohio
Superintendent Paramore told the board the Nov. 4 ballot includes a permanent-improvement (PI) renewal that would not raise taxes and funds capital projects such as turf and HVAC equipment; he asked for public support but did not report any formal board endorsement.
Hernando County, Florida
The federally qualified health center proposed using approximately 6,000 sq ft vacated by the tax collector for a pharmacy and expanded family medicine clinic in Spring Hill; county staff said they will conduct a space analysis of the health‑department building and available county premises and report back.
Kenmore, King County, Washington
City staff briefed council on historical contamination and monitoring at the Lake Point site and on recent testing and compliance work at the nearby Heidelberg Materials asphalt plant; staff outlined options for expanded air monitoring and said additional on‑site testing would require landowner agreement.
Midland, Midland County, Texas
City staff outlined recent partnerships with TxDOT, Midland County and the Midland Development Corporation and previewed a five-year capital improvement program for streets and intersections.
Pacifica, San Mateo County, California
Multiple neighbors urged Pacifica City Council during public comment to suspend or revoke the short-term rental (STR) permit for 1987 Beach Boulevard, operated by Marbella Lane, citing repeated disturbances, trespassing and 21 police responses over three years. Speakers asked the city to hold a revocation hearing and to clarify its enforcement and
Henry County, School Districts, Georgia
District officials reported 3,900 hours of school‑based interventions this year, 547 referrals, 1,088 community referrals last year, and new teletherapy funded by a Jesse Parker Foundation grant via Daybreak Therapy; they also flagged 13 psychologist vacancies.
Milwaukee County, Wisconsin
Parents and officials from Hear Wisconsin told supervisors the organization provides the only hearing‑loss‑specific early intervention in the state and asked the county to add $150,000 to sustain services when ARPA support ends in 2026.
Birmingham City, Jefferson County, Alabama
The newly sworn-in Birmingham City Council elected Wardene Towers Alexander as council president and Latanya Tate as president pro tempore during its Oct. 28 organizational meeting following oath‑taking for council members.
Kenmore, King County, Washington
The council adopted Ordinance 25‑0633, the 2026 Capital Improvement Program, which lists 52 projects totaling approximately $129 million. Major funding sources include state grants, other grants, federal grants, debt, and surface‑water funds. Council requested a more visible 'CIP parking‑lot' or living list for projects not yet scheduled.
Golf Manor Village, Hamilton County, Ohio
The committee voted to recommend using ARPA funds to pay Code Blue for a new village website under the vendor's silver tier (~$38,000 upfront) and discussed maintenance, ADA compliance and resident notification features.
Pryor Creek, Mayes County, Oklahoma
Golf course staff reported increased rounds and preliminary revenue figures, provided a capital-improvement list (bridges, restrooms, carts) and outlined procurement steps for new carts and signage.
Hernando County, Florida
The board discussed a draft survey to gauge resident support for speed or operation limits in a proposed Manatee Protection Zone; speakers said the mailing list and survey wording need correction and urged clearer geographic scope before the county sends notices.
Ellis County, Texas
The Ellis County Commissioners Court unanimously adopted new tax-abatement guidelines on Oct. 28, 2025, raising minimum investment thresholds to $50 million for new projects and $25 million for existing projects seeking additional incentives, and adding tighter screening for data centers and other large electrical users.
Golf Manor Village, Hamilton County, Ohio
The finance committee reviewed the village's September financial statements, discussed the draft 2026 tax budget and fund shifts affecting the police levy, and voted to recommend the appropriations package to full council.
Revere City, Suffolk County, Massachusetts
Revere's Legislative Affairs Subcommittee unanimously recommended adoption of an ordinance amending Title 13 to comply with Department of Environmental Protection regulations and add provisions controlling construction-site waste, after a brief discussion characterizing the item as housekeeping.
Kenmore, King County, Washington
Council voted unanimously to adopt an ordinance (25‑0632, KMC 10.45) that limits the number of photo‑enforcement speeding infractions for a single vehicle to one per 30‑minute window. Council members questioned fine thresholds, school‑zone timing, recidivism rates and urged either a longer window or broader community notification.
Milwaukee County, Wisconsin
Nonprofits, farmers market managers and food‑security groups told supervisors the county should fund the Milwaukee Market Match program at $150,000 to help FoodShare recipients buy fresh produce and support local farmers as pantry demand rises.
Henry County, School Districts, Georgia
Student discipline officials reported small increases in some categories of misconduct and detailed proactive steps including a Level Up mentorship pilot for sixth graders at Jonesboro Middle School and existing alternative-school supports.
Winchester City, Frederick County, Virginia
Council approved a set of second‑reading ordinances and actions on routine items including a snow‑emergency ordinance amendment, a conditional‑use permit converting a ground‑floor commercial space to a residential unit, zoning cleanups, and several utility and easement votes.
Midland, Midland County, Texas
City staff described how emergency bypasses, valve inspections, satellite leak detection and partnership treatment reduced near-term risk and formed a multi-year plan to strengthen Midland's water supply.
Kenmore, King County, Washington
Council adopted the 2026 state legislative agenda and amended policy statements after debate. The council declined to remove a zoning and land‑use policy statement but unanimously added language supporting state legislation to define e‑motorcycles and set ownership and operating standards.
Hernando County, Florida
After business owners at a multi‑tenant commercial commissary told the board they had been given little notice of a county purchase and possible eviction, county economic development staff negotiated a short‑term license to keep the businesses on site while a build‑out is completed at an alternative location.
Pryor Creek, Mayes County, Oklahoma
Staff reported multiple quotes and community commitments for a permanent steel restroom/concession building at the city’s tennis courts; the project is being pursued through a mix of in-kind labor, corporate donations and grant applications.
Germantown, Shelby County, Tennessee
The Germantown Design Review Commission unanimously approved text amendments to zoning and fence rules on Oct. 28, adding explicit DRC authority in the zoning code, authorizing limited administrative site-plan modifications by the director, and clarifying fence-height and easement provisions.
Toledo, Lucas County, Ohio
The Department of Housing and Community Development requested $291,007.98 from the general fund to cover six months of transition costs for a planned consolidation of Family House into Leading Families Home to maintain family homelessness services.
Kenmore, King County, Washington
The planning commission has recommended amendments to Kenmore’s PROS element and an update to the capital facilities element, pointing to a shortfall in indoor facilities and urging a data‑driven approach to prioritize projects amid limited funds.
Milwaukee County, Wisconsin
CEOs and service staff from the three remaining Milwaukee County Birth to 3 providers told supervisors the program faces a multi‑million dollar shortfall and urged the county to increase funding to stabilize services for infants and toddlers with developmental delays.
Revere City, Suffolk County, Massachusetts
The subcommittee unanimously recommended repeal of a local rule on posting political signs that was later found unconstitutional by the U.S. Supreme Court, describing the change as housekeeping to align the city code with federal law.
Germantown, Shelby County, Tennessee
The Germantown Design Review Commission on Oct. 28 approved a variance allowing the existing ground sign for the Starbucks/Pinnacle Financial Partners property to be relocated nearer to South Germantown Road, waiving the city's 30-foot setback requirement by roll call vote, 6-1.
Toledo, Lucas County, Ohio
Water treatment staff asked council to authorize purchase of engineered aluminum stop logs to replace wooden boards used at spent‑lime lagoons, citing improved seals and lifecycle.
Kenmore, King County, Washington
The council unanimously authorized the city manager and city attorney to take all necessary steps to enforce a notice of violation issued against property at 6229 NE 190th Street. The motion was made and adopted during the meeting immediately following an executive session on potential litigation.
Hernando County, Florida
Hernando County Supervisor of Elections Denise Lavancher reported the Sept. 30 special Republican primary for State Senate District 11 had a 7.28% turnout countywide; the special election to choose the two remaining candidates is set for Dec. 9 with early voting Nov. 29–Dec. 6 and the last day to request vote‑by‑mail Nov. 27.
Henry County, School Districts, Georgia
District staff presented a wide-ranging engagement report outlining new family and student initiatives — Passport to Success, first‑generation college trips, Village on Patrol and SAFE Grama — and asked the board to consider tracking metrics for the programs.
Winchester City, Frederick County, Virginia
Winchester City Council approved updates to the Neighborhood Design District text and a city-initiated rezoning that moves about 97 parcels into the Cider Hill NDD and adopted a related comprehensive-plan amendment despite objections from several long-standing industrial employers.
Toledo, Lucas County, Ohio
DPU asked council to accept a $26,000 grant via the Great Lakes Commission and to contract up to $25,000 with New Roots Environmental for an adaptive management pilot to control invasive phragmites.
Montgomery County, Maryland
The Planning, Housing and Parks Committee voted 2-0 on Oct. 27, 2025 to recommend a master-plan amendment to designate Timberlawn — the former home of Eunice Kennedy Shriver — for historic preservation. Staff said the site meets four county-code criteria tied to the founding of Camp Shriver/Special Olympics and its association with the Shriver's.
Winchester City, Frederick County, Virginia
After more than an hour of public testimony for and against a proposed children's literacy mural on two primary facades in Old Town, Winchester City Council voted to continue the appeal so staff and stakeholders can draft clearer mural guidelines for the historic district.
Milwaukee County, Wisconsin
At a public hearing on Milwaukee County's 2026 recommended budget, scores of residents, transit users and disability advocates urged supervisors to restore or rethink proposed cuts that would eliminate six MCTS routes and reduce service on others, saying the changes would harm students, seniors, people with disabilities and workers who rely on the
Pryor Creek, Mayes County, Oklahoma
City staff told the Pryor Park Board the city is applying for a $300,000 playground grant to fund a centralized play area at Bobby Buck, prioritizing accessible swings, a climbing boulder, and shade; procurement and surfacing costs remain outstanding questions.
Toledo, Lucas County, Ohio
Public Utilities asked council to repeal a prior $75 million authorization and replace it with up to $95 million (later discussed to possibly increase to $100 million) to cover higher bids for four water tower projects; DPU said the bid opening is Dec. 9 and expects about a two‑month schedule delay.
Oak Park, Oakland County, Michigan
The Oak Park Zoning Board of Appeals on Oct. 31 approved a variance allowing an illuminated blade sign larger than the ordinance limit for the property at 8150 West 9 Mile Road.
Hernando County, Florida
After extended discussion and questioning about costs, staffing and grant terms, the Board of County Commissioners voted unanimously to fund a countywide body‑worn camera program for the sheriff’s office from reserves and to pursue federal grants and other funding to offset the expense.
Roseville, Ramsey County, Minnesota
The council adopted an amended debt policy to reflect that the state statutory debt limit increased in 2008 from 2% to 3% and to make minor wording and formatting changes; council noted the city’s debt level is well below limits.
Revere City, Suffolk County, Massachusetts
Revere's Legislative Affairs Subcommittee voted unanimously to recommend special legislation permitting the city to establish penalties and liens for rooming-house and certificate-of-fitness ordinance violations, aiming to speed enforcement by Inspectional Services.
Toledo, Lucas County, Ohio
Department of Public Utilities asked council to waive bidding and authorize a two‑year, $960,000 contract with DLZ Ohio to manage remaining automatic meter installations affecting about 5,500 residential meters.
Village of Cross Plains, Dane County, Wisconsin
Trustees authorized the village president to notify the Cross Plains Area Emergency Medical Service District of intent to withdraw if the remaining municipal partners do not extend a deadline on funding allocation. The motion was contingent on other jurisdictions' actions and intended to preserve the village’s procedural timing for withdrawal.
Cowlitz County, Washington
Finance Director Cathy Funk Baxter presented a fourth‑quarter budget amendment package that establishes a new Sheriff Equipment and Technology Fund, dissolves a long‑unused cumulative lodging reserve to move roughly $915,333 to tourism, and makes a series of technical adjustments to fund balances and interfund transfers ahead of the 2026 budget.
Roseville, Ramsey County, Minnesota
Roseville staff presented three 2026 levy scenarios that reflect receipt of a $3.9 million SAFER firefighter grant and a $500,000 COPS grant for police staffing. The council discussed an earlier firefighter start date (April 15) to maximize grant usage and debated franchise-fee treatment and capital funding tradeoffs; no levy action was taken.
St. Joseph, Buchanan County, Missouri
Council approved the meeting agenda and a multi-item consent agenda that included nominations, traffic and airport grants, demolition contracts and other routine items; the council also voted to withdraw an ARPA-funded property purchase bill and heard three ordinances read for first reading.
Toledo, Lucas County, Ohio
The city proposed a one‑year school resource officer agreement with Toledo Public Schools that would provide $268,430.01 to cover half the salary and benefits for six officers during the nine‑month school year.
Village of Cross Plains, Dane County, Wisconsin
After debate the board approved annexing the PI property for the Markstone Phase 1 project, selected Option 2 (ground reservoir) as the water-service design, agreed to a cost-share framework (village $3.9M / developer $5.1M on a $9M estimate) and voted to waive specified conservancy and parkland-dedication fees for Phase 1. The fee waivers drew at
Cowlitz County, Washington
Juvenile court officials told the Board of Commissioners that probation revenues are projected to drop about 32% for 2026 after major state grant reductions while detention costs rise due to higher insurance and professional‑service charges.
Revere City, Suffolk County, Massachusetts
The Legislative Affairs Subcommittee unanimously recommended that the full Revere City Council adopt an ordinance to strengthen local tools against wage theft, following testimony from councilors, labor representatives and advocates and a discussion about overlap with state enforcement.
Roseville, Ramsey County, Minnesota
The Roseville City Council voted unanimously Monday to move forward with a consultant-led feasibility study of the Aldine Street right‑of‑way to evaluate whether a non‑traditional pathway can be built there.
Toledo, Lucas County, Ohio
Police presented a request to accept upgraded GTAC body‑worn cameras and docking stations, citing a sole authorized local vendor; the department said the order would cover 563 cameras at a cost not to exceed $62,000.
Montgomery County, Maryland
Montgomery Planning briefed the Planning, Housing and Parks Committee on Oct. 27, 2025 about a reframed "development tracker" and the reasons why many approved housing projects remain unbuilt.
Cowlitz County, Washington
Judge Marilyn Hahn and court staff told commissioners they are proposing modest 2026 budget adjustments while professional services and some grant reimbursements change.
St. Joseph, Buchanan County, Missouri
Council members agreed to ask staff to develop a proposal for a short-term fund to help working residents affected by the federal government shutdown; a public commenter questioned a roughly $1 million plan for an emergency operations center and city officials replied that local emergency partners coordinate regularly.
Los Alamos, New Mexico
The Los Alamos personnel board amended its agenda to include a council report and then voted unanimously to approve the 2026 work plan (as amended) and the 2026 calendar; Member Hauser was absent.
Toledo, Lucas County, Ohio
Police asked council to authorize a three‑year contract with Flock Safety (vendor) for automated license plate readers and to waive competitive bidding; councilors pressed for details on retention and cross‑jurisdictional access.
Village of Cross Plains, Dane County, Wisconsin
Trustees approved a new collective bargaining agreement with the Cross Plains Professional Police Association, including a 2% across‑the‑board wage increase (3% if the 11‑hour schedule is not implemented), step compression from 15 to 10 years and a memorandum of understanding to pilot 11‑hour patrol shifts with overlap for handoffs.
Finance, Ways, and Means, House of Representatives, Committees, Legislative, Tennessee
The Department of Disability and Aging reported growth in early‑intervention and Katie Beckett programs, progress on three regional seating and positioning clinics funded with ARPA, and new respite ministries and senior center grants funded after 2020 federal relief.
Los Alamos, New Mexico
Councilor Wrighty told the personnel board that the County Council will consider a 5/8% tax-rate change and an ordinance to issue $40 million in bonds to finance broadband, and said council has discussed using a community advisory group to review elected-official salaries.
Florissant, St. Louis County, Missouri
At its Oct. 27 meeting the Florissant City Council approved multiple zoning and permit amendments, unanimously authorized funding for police vehicles and a park trail grant application, and rejected a tavern permit for 1833 Dunn Road by an 8-1 vote.
Toledo, Lucas County, Ohio
Court officials asked council to authorize an additional $118,000 to an existing state probation grant and a two‑year, $397,000 contract with TASK for case management and treatment services.
Village of Cross Plains, Dane County, Wisconsin
The Village of Cross Plains voted to authorize the presale and competitive sale of $3,920,000 in general obligation promissory notes to finance multiple capital projects.
Finance, Ways, and Means, House of Representatives, Committees, Legislative, Tennessee
The Department of Children’s Services reported reductions in placement moves and improvements in staff vacancy and turnover rates after pay increases and other investments, but told the House Finance Committee that 90 privatized case managers supporting foster care expire in July unless recurring funding is approved.
Aberdeen, Grays Harbor County, Washington
The Aberdeen City Council approved multiple routine and substantive items during its Oct. 22 meeting, including a resolution honoring first responders, ordinance readings, land-use ordinances and several administrative authorizations. Below is a concise list of items the council voted on and their outcomes.
Bloomington City, Hennepin County, Minnesota
At the Oct. 27 meeting, Bloomington staff presented 2026 budget details for fire, police and the city attorney’s office, citing higher demand for emergency services, technology investments, and staffing pressures tied to grant transitions and new parental‑leave programs.
Judge Stephanie Boyd 187th District, District Court Judges, Judicial, Texas
The Bexar County criminal docket produced multiple plea deals and sentences on Oct. 30, 2025. The court imposed prison terms in several cases, suspended and probated others, and ordered treatment, monitoring and no-contact or no-pet conditions in several matters.
Village of Cross Plains, Dane County, Wisconsin
Trustees approved small, low-cost traffic-calming measures after residents and public safety staff described recurring safety and noise problems on Valley Street and nearby neighborhoods.
Newport News (Independent City), Virginia
At the Oct. 28 meeting council approved canceling the second November meeting and took votes to go into and exit closed session; all recorded motions carried 7–0.
Los Alamos, New Mexico
At the Oct. 30 Los Alamos personnel board meeting, staff outlined active recruitments for three senior posts, a move to a Munis-based performance evaluation system, safety and training updates, and an open-enrollment schedule with an anticipated premium increase split between the county and employees.
Bloomington City, Hennepin County, Minnesota
Hennepin County briefed the Bloomington City Council on Oct. 27 on plans to reconstruct Nicollet Avenue (East Old Shakopee Road to American Boulevard), with a recommended preferred alternative that adds a shared‑use path, pedestrian refuges and intersection safety improvements; preliminary cost estimate $26.4 million.
Palm Springs, Riverside County, California
Staff gave a multi-part director's report on Oct. 27 outlining personnel updates, program highlights and the status of capital and maintenance projects.
River Falls School District, School Districts, Wisconsin
River Falls elementary leaders told the school board that fall AIMSwebPlus screening returned high percentile results for many grades after a national renorming, but cautioned the board the results are not directly comparable to prior years. Administrators said they are keeping interventions in place, increasing progress monitoring and expanding A
Finance, Ways, and Means, House of Representatives, Committees, Legislative, Tennessee
The Tennessee Department of Corrections told lawmakers vacancy rates have improved after pay changes, the agency implemented electronic health records and is developing an offender management system, and said it reformed sentence‑credit procedures after a case that led to a high‑profile homicide.
Bloomington City, Hennepin County, Minnesota
A city study recommends testing a 94‑foot, multimodal cross section for American Boulevard that would prioritize dedicated transit lanes, separated sidewalks and an off‑street two‑way bikeway paired with land‑use changes to encourage transit‑oriented redevelopment.
Aberdeen, Grays Harbor County, Washington
Aberdeen council authorized staff to continue talks with Cosmopolis about full-time police services Oct. 22, 2025. Council members asked how staffing shortfalls and recruitment lag would be covered during a one-year ramp-up to add an officer.
Public Utilities Regulatory Authority, Departments and Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Connecticut
The Public Utilities Regulatory Authority approved on Oct. 28 a final decision setting United Illuminating Company’s revenue requirement at $450,789,348 for Nov. 1, 2025–Oct. 31, 2026, and adjusted the company’s allowed return on equity. The decision follows a 350-day investigation, multiple hearings and audits, and intervenor participation.
Del Norte County, California
The Redwood Coast Transit Authority approved its consent calendar Oct. 27, including an RFP release for a charge-management system for Williams Drive EV chargers and authorization for the executive director to sign 2025 FTA certifications and assurances.
Kennewick City, Benton County, Washington
Council approved a unanimous 7–0 change order to install artificial turf inside the new Vancouver Park pump track. Staff said the $80,000, including sales tax, will improve safety and reduce maintenance; funding will come from an adopted 2025–26 ARPA allocation earmarked to parks capital projects.
Bloomington City, Hennepin County, Minnesota
The council unanimously approved a resolution authorizing staff to reallocate local funds for emergency nutrition assistance and food shelves if federal SNAP or WIC benefits lapse during a federal shutdown; staff said reimbursement from federal or state sources could be possible if funds are later restored.
Aberdeen, Grays Harbor County, Washington
Council members signaled they will transfer the city's museum collection to a nonprofit and delay decisions on the museum building after a workshop. Public commenters urged an RFP and appraisal process for artifacts.
Palm Springs, Riverside County, California
Multiple public commenters at the Oct. 27 meeting told the Palm Springs Parks and Recreation Commission that proposed green-fee and resident-card increases (which speakers described as as high as 64%) would price local, public golfers out of play and urged formation of a golf ad hoc committee to represent public-golf users.
Newport News (Independent City), Virginia
Human services staff summarized state and city contingency plans for SNAP and other entitlement programs and council discussed short-term relief options including food bank support and targeted assistance funds for furloughed employees.
Del Norte County, California
The Redwood Coast Transit Authority voted Oct. 27 to start a pilot with the Del Norte Health Care District that will reduce out-of-pocket costs for Dial-a-Ride medical trips and provide an operating stipend to the transit agency.
Bloomington City, Hennepin County, Minnesota
The Bloomington City Council on Oct. 27 adopted an amendment to Chapter 13 of the city code requiring proof of approved server training for license renewals and earlier council review and suspensions after repeat compliance-check failures. The ordinance passed 4–3; a separate motion set the ordinance to take effect 14 days after adoption.
Del Norte County, California
Staff presented unaudited FY24–25 performance figures showing systemwide ridership up 27.2% to about 103,551 riders and improved productivity; operating cost was roughly $2.06 million and farebox revenue about $127,895, keeping the system below the long-standing 10% farebox target.
Del Norte County, California
Consultants from LSC Transportation Consultants presented the draft final Short Range Transit Plan to the Redwood Coast Transit Authority on Oct. 27, outlining constrained and unconstrained scenarios and requesting board feedback ahead of a planned adoption later in December.
Atascadero City, San Luis Obispo County, California
City staff presented the complete draft 2045 Atascadero General Plan for initial review and public comment; the commission did not take action but discussed outreach, the upcoming environmental impact report and fiscal analysis, and specific topics including childcare and river protections.