What happened on Thursday, 20 November 2025
Norwalk City, Fairfield, Connecticut
Staff reported the Haviland parking deck’s structural concrete repairs are approximately 90% complete with waterproofing planned for 2026; Yankee Doodle facades on River Street and Burnell Boulevard are fully painted and receiving positive community feedback.
Lapeer City, Lapeer County, Michigan
Staff presented options for a lower-cost ADA-compliant website, revisited Placer AI visitor-tracking, discussed Parking Lot #9 and Park Street reconstruction ($150k–$200k estimate) and noted a five-year rule on tax-capture funds; the board also launched a paper Downtown Dollars gift-certificate program.
Danville CCSD 118, School Boards, Illinois
District presenters outlined a plan to create a Danville-run virtual school (distinct from emergency e-learning), recommending a phased start (no earlier than grade 3), Canvas as the platform, semester-long enrollment with selection criteria, teacher-online attendance requirements and union staffing discussions.
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Following expert testimony, the commission agreed to open a bill file on federal-fund contingency planning, formed a working group, and unanimously adopted an amended state resource management plan. State auditors and Utah's fiscal analyst recommended stress-testing, legislative review thresholds and a dedicated federal rainy-day fund.
Gardner City, Worcester County, Massachusetts
The Gardner Zoning Board of Appeals accepted a same-day withdrawal without prejudice of a sign-variance application, discussed and agreed to reprint missing minutes, and heard board member David Anthea confirm his resignation to the mayor; the meeting then adjourned.
Silver Bow County, Montana
After extended debate about valuation, RFP process and the building’s enterprise-fund status, the council voted 9–1 to hold the proposed sale of 305 West Mercury Street in abeyance while staff and commissioners address appraisal, criteria and financial implications.
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Stauffer's Road Solutions and industry representatives asked the committee to define 'recovery' vs. 'towing,' require liability insurance to pay recovery operators promptly, and create a qualified recovery rotation list; several legislators signaled interest in sponsoring a bill or interim study to resolve unpaid invoices and public‑safety risks.
Danville CCSD 118, School Boards, Illinois
Interim business director Gary Lewis presented a PMA spreadsheet and recommended a flat levy for 2025 to hold revenue steady; he projected an estimated district tax rate around 4.21 (previously 4.46) and noted reserves and a $180,000 bond abatement factored into the calculation.
Waunakee Community School District, School Districts, Wisconsin
District staff said the board approved design elements for high-school campus projects with an anticipated budget of $2.5 million and will fund the work by reallocating project savings; the board emphasized safety upgrades and repurposing the existing middle school for high-school use after a new middle school opens.
Norwalk City, Fairfield, Connecticut
Following a Common Council ordinance passed Oct. 28, 2025, the Norwalk Parking Authority authorized staff to solicit proposals and retain a third‑party consultant (estimated $45,000–$65,000 from operator reserve) to develop guidelines, public‑hearing materials and implementation options for a citywide residential parking permit program.
Danville CCSD 118, School Boards, Illinois
Associate Superintendent Marquisha Parker and school principals presented the district's 2025 Illinois report card: district ELA proficiency 23% and math proficiency 13%; ELA growth 40.7% and math growth 42.6%; chronic absenteeism improved to 31% but remains above the state average (25%).
2025 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
State-facing provisions in the recently passed federal bill (referred to at the hearing as 'OB3') and a new Executive Order on grants will shift more fiscal responsibility to states, experts told Utah’s commission. Utah avoids some immediate SNAP match costs but will see higher administrative expenses and faces possible Medicaid financing limits in coming years.
Gardner City, Worcester County, Massachusetts
The Gardner Zoning Board of Appeals granted a special permit Nov. 18 allowing Comiskey Automotive to continue automotive repair operations at 381 East Broadway (no fuel sales). Applicant Patrick Comiskey and attorney Glenny said the business has operated at the site for years; neighbors voiced support and the board approved the permit under the zoning table of uses.
Silver Bow County, Montana
Sheriff Ed Lester presented a public hearing on using a $7,000 donation from Town Pump to buy chemical-agent masks for the sheriff’s tactical team; proponents supported the donation and no opponents spoke. No appropriation vote appears in the provided transcript.
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UTA presented a 22‑page fares contract report describing contract revenue (~$40M), education and institution pass programs (including the Salt Lake City School District partnership), pricing methodology tied to a $2.50 base fare, and case studies showing ridership gains from expanded school passes.
Cleveland Metropolitan School District, School Districts, Ohio
District leaders presented goals-and-guardrails monitoring focused on chronic absenteeism, reporting that K'3 and ninth-grade chronic absenteeism measures have risen and outlining targeted interventions, an attendance task force, and family outreach plans.
Union County Public Schools, School Districts, North Carolina
Committee members reviewed 2025–26 school improvement plans that center on three district goals—eliminating opportunity gaps, improving school performance and increasing educator preparedness—and referred the plans to the full board (3–0).
Waunakee Community School District, School Districts, Wisconsin
District staff said the state's new Get Kids Ready program prohibits 4K community partners from participating with both the state program and the local district, and partners must decide by Feb. 1 whether to join; the board is evaluating financial scenarios and plans to offer partners a 26-27 contract.
Silver Bow County, Montana
Parks Director Sean Frederickson reported upgrades at parks, Ridgewaters and Highland View Golf Course, addressed concerns about Father Sheehan Park design and Big Butte access; the council concurred and placed on file a Basin Creek Caretaker wastewater construction administration agreement 9–1.
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Fiscal experts told Utah’s Federalism Commission that rapidly rising federal interest costs and near-term trust-fund shortfalls make major federal deficit consolidation likely; they urged states to stress-test budgets, build rainy-day buffers and seek devolution or waivers to protect core services.
Waunakee Community School District, School Districts, Wisconsin
The Waunakee Community School District approved a 5.97% property tax levy and directed administration to reduce the levy by about $2.3 million; district officials said state budget increases in special-education aid and open-enrollment reimbursements helped offset costs and allowed some reinvestments.
Silver Bow County, Montana
The council received multiple bids for the Silver Lake Industrial Water System Improvements and several Public Works equipment purchases and voted unanimously to refer all bids back to Public Works for review and recommendation.
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UDOT and Utah Highway Patrol briefed the committee on upcoming capacity projects (notably the Mountain View Corridor sections through 2028–2029) and the staffing, equipment and timing UHP needs to assume law enforcement responsibilities on new controlled‑access highways.
Gardner City, Worcester County, Massachusetts
The Gardner Zoning Board of Appeals voted unanimously Nov. 18 to transfer a previously approved special permit for a seven-unit building at 63 Walnut Street to new owners, who agreed to comply with prior conditions including signed construction plans and cleanup of site debris. A neighbor raised concerns about apparent construction activity and parking.
Mendocino County, California
At its 9 a.m. meeting, the Mendocino County Civil Service Commission unanimously approved reclassification of a sheriff's office employee to Department Analyst 1 and a package reorganizing the Department of Social Services' welfare fraud unit to add a non‑sworn specialist role while abolishing two investigator classifications.
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The Commission on Criminal and Juvenile Justice reported FY25 DUI arrests fell to 10,923 (about 31.1 per 10,000 population), repeat offenders declined and high‑BAC cases have moderated since 2018; CCJJ noted new data collection to begin in 2026 under H.B. 436.
Calaveras County, California
Angels Camp council authorized application for a $1.5M CDBG microenterprise grant, approved a $3,000 change order to update the grant application, moved to formalize the Greenhorn Creek LLD commission, and voted to forfeit a $160,000 Safe Streets grant while repurposing a $40,000 COG match for pavement work.
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A bill to remove statutory price caps on safety inspections for salvaged or branded vehicles prompted debate about market effects, consumer protection and access; a motion to favorably recommend the measure was moved but failed on a subsequent roll call.
Lapeer City, Lapeer County, Michigan
The DDA voted to recommend reappointment of three incumbents — including Buddy Byer and Gerard — to the city commission; the motion was moved and carried by voice vote.
The Hoffman Estates Arts Commission held its first Zine Fest at the Chambray Library with more than 20 vendors, four scheduled readings by zinesters, and presentations from local zine groups and artists; organizers said they plan to make the event annual and invited volunteers via hoffmanestatesarts.com.
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Office of Legislative Research analyst Rachel Brooks summarized recent registration law changes and options that take effect Jan. 1, 2026 (personal fleets, optional two‑year registration, and lifetime trailer registration). Representative Hall separately secured a favorable committee recommendation for a bill to refund unused months of registration with a $5 application fee and a $40 minimum threshold.
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The Transportation Interim Committee heard Tax Commission Commissioner John Valentine on technical 'motor vehicle division' amendments addressing gross weight/axle and registration rules. Lawmakers debated removing an insurance requirement for vehicles registered but not driven; the committee voted to favorably recommend the amendments despite concerns about potential uninsured driving loopholes.
New Haven County, Connecticut
The Community Development Committee voted to approve two state brownfield grant applications — $3,602,765 for remediation at State and George Street (a 461‑unit, two‑phase mixed‑income project) and $6,000,000 for remediation at Shelton Avenue (a 240‑unit, 100% affordable project) — and will submit both to DECD.
Cleveland Metropolitan School District, School Districts, Ohio
The Cleveland Metropolitan School District board separately approved a sole-source purchase order up to $105,875 for Panorama Education's teaching and learning survey platform, citing Ohio Revised Code authority for single-source purchases.
Calaveras County, California
After more than two hours of testimony from downtown business owners and residents, the Angels Camp City Council voted to uphold the Planning Commission’s conditional use permit allowing an education/pastoral office and community education center to occupy a downtown storefront, citing legal constraints and pending staff monitoring of permit conditions.
Tooele City Council, Tooele, Tooele County, Utah
At the Nov. 19 work meeting the Tooele City Council moved, seconded and voted unanimously to recess at 6:28 p.m. for a closed meeting to discuss litigation and/or property acquisition; motion was made by Councilwoman Manzion and seconded by Councilman McCall.
Cleveland Metropolitan School District, School Districts, Ohio
Cleveland Metropolitan School District leaders presented a plan to consolidate schools and reconfigure programs to address a projected budget gap; community speakers urged safeguards for special education, staffing and neighborhood access while the board set a Dec. 9 vote date.
Silver Bow County, Montana
The Silver Bow County Finance and Budget Committee approved an expenditure list totaling $1,732,766.52 on Nov. 19, 2025, and authorized several intra-departmental transfers including $2,070 for coroner cooler freight, $4,011 for public works postage/aeration, and $28,054 in planning to cover an invoice.
Sumner County, Tennessee
The Sumner County Board of Construction Appeals voted to overrule the building code director and approve a building permit that will allow an applicant to supply a home by hauling water from a fire hydrant after the board concluded a demonstrated hardship; the decision requires staff to finalize motion language and signatures.
Tooele City Council, Tooele, Tooele County, Utah
Police Chief Adrian Day presented a draft amendment to Tooele City Code 7‑9‑2 to allow temporary RV parking on private property operated by qualifying 501(c)(3) providers when residents are receiving services; council members asked for a clear time limit (discussion centered on five days), quantity limits, and stronger, unambiguous language before returning the item for future action.
Northfield Town, Washington County, Vermont
Facing a nearly one‑person police force, the Northfield Select Board heard a presentation from a Vermont criminal‑justice official and agreed to contact the Vermont League of Cities and Towns, Berlin and Montpelier about interim coverage and a consultant‑led search; members also urged outreach to past applicants and support for local officers to seek certification.
United Nations, Federal
The United Nations Department of Economic and Social Affairs released World Urbanization Prospects 2025 and an expanded dataset that applies a new standardized "degree of urbanization" method. The report finds 45% of the world’s 8.2 billion people live in cities in 2025 and highlights built-up area growth outpacing population growth.
Sumner County, Tennessee
The Sumner County Board of Construction on Nov. 19 overruled a building-department decision and approved a permit for a property owner who proposed hauling water from a nearby hydrant supplied by Bethpage Water Works after on-site wells failed; the board cited hardship and R112.2 appeals guidance but the transcript does not record a roll-call tally.
Tooele City Council, Tooele, Tooele County, Utah
UDOT told the Tooele City Council its Tooele Valley connectivity study projects roughly 50% population growth by 2050 and rising congestion on SR‑138, SR‑112 and SR‑36, and recommends building local connectors (33rd Parkway, 2000 North, 2400 North), preserving Mid Valley continuity and using corridor‑preservation funds and state programs to secure rights‑of‑way.
Union County Public Schools, School Districts, North Carolina
The committee reviewed updates to the high‑school program of studies intended for incoming ninth graders, discussed parent‑night outreach, availability of an interactive PDF and printed copies, and referred the document to the full board (3–0).
Deerfield, Lake County, Illinois
The Village of Deerfield Board of Trustees approved the 2026 budget and related fee and wage changes, renewed a Comcast internet contract, confirmed two commission appointments and approved routine bills and minutes. Roll-call votes on ordinances and resolutions passed unanimously among trustees present.
Natural Resources: House Committee, Standing Committees - House & Senate, Congressional Hearings Compilation
Following the SPEED Act markup, the committee used unanimous consent to favorably report seven additional bills—ranging from NEPA reporting to land exchanges and recreation pass clarifications—packaged together with technical edits to be prepared by staff.
Contract and Compliance Board, Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee
Board members discussed requiring documentation from subcontractors and possible enforcement mechanisms after staff reported nine flagged contracts; members agreed to research other cities’ approaches and refer detailed pay-application protections to a committee for the next meeting.
Cottage Grove, Washington County, Minnesota
County Commissioner Carla Bingham told the Cottage Grove City Council that a new Woodbury–Newport–Mall of America bus route will start Dec. 6 with hourly service 6 a.m.–8 p.m., an open house at Newport Transit Center is set for Dec. 10, and local service expansions and library renovations are planned; she also highlighted food‑shelf funding after SNAP interruption.
Tooele City Council, Tooele, Tooele County, Utah
The Redevelopment Agency of Tullah City voted 5–0 on Nov. 19 to approve Resolution 2025-03, authorizing RDA participation—on a reimbursement basis—of up to $1,300,052.78 for widening and curb work on 0 Avenue serving the Peterson Industrial Depot.
Lapeer City, Lapeer County, Michigan
The DDA voted to empower its executive committee to negotiate and act on a staff member’s health-insurance options before year-end to prevent a lapse after projected premium increases; the board approved the request by voice vote.
Natural Resources: House Committee, Standing Committees - House & Senate, Congressional Hearings Compilation
The House Natural Resources Committee voted 25–18 to report HR 4776, the SPEED Act, after hours of debate over judicial review, standing, tribal protections, and clean-energy parity; the bill was amended in the nature of a substitute and will be reported to the House.
Contract and Compliance Board, Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee
The Contract and Compliance Board unanimously adopted final bylaws, agreed to finalize a staff-drafted safety-language exhibit for contracts, and moved forward with a HUB Nashville complaint intake demo for December, while planning KPI development for the executive director.
Torrington, Northwest Hills County, Connecticut
A development team outlined a preliminary plan to convert a former industrial building at 245 East Elm Street into a three‑story, 45‑unit mixed‑use building using Torrington's incentive housing overlay; the team said brownfield remediation funded by a $1,000,000 grant has enabled residential reuse and proposed a minimum affordable set‑aside with term limits to be tied to grant requirements.
Lake County, California
At a regular meeting the Lake County Board of Supervisors adopted a proclamation declaring a week in November 2025 as California Clerk of the Board of Supervisors Week, praising clerks’ recordkeeping, neutrality and public service; one member of the public also thanked the clerk for assisting residents with county processes.
Opioid Abatement Authority, Boards and Commissions, Executive, Virginia
Executive Director Tony McDowell told the board the OAA contracted Consociate Media for storytelling and social media work, engaged RSM to address audit recommendations and risk-test operations, announced a foundation-run statewide abatement conference for June 2026, and confirmed a public SUDA platform release scheduled for Dec. 3.
Union County Public Schools, School Districts, North Carolina
The curriculum committee endorsed a sole‑source purchase of a FarmBot to support agricultural education and AgTech programming, including a planned deployment at Piedmont Middle School, and referred the item to the full board (3–0).
Torrington, Northwest Hills County, Connecticut
The commission set public hearings for Jan. 21, 2026, to consider proposed amendments covering automobile establishment frontage, lighting rules, warehouses/self‑storage, and electric‑vehicle charging standards. Staff recommended aligning lighting rules with Lights Out Connecticut and adding EV charger standards to the parking regulations.
Sumner County, Tennessee
Sumner County commissioners, volunteer chiefs and residents met to launch an ad hoc committee to study long‑term funding and organizational options for nine volunteer fire departments (13 stations). The committee set regular meetings, elected a vice chair and voted to table funding proposals until January while collecting budgets, asset lists and call‑volume data.
Franklin City, Johnson County, Indiana
Senior planner Alex Kjetil asked the City of Franklin hearing officer to continue a demolition/title matter after a potential purchaser did not confirm by the promised October deadline; Hearing Officer Mark Lloyd continued the matter to Jan. 21, 2026, at 2:00 p.m.
Opioid Abatement Authority, Boards and Commissions, Executive, Virginia
At its November meeting the Opioid Abatement Authority elected its officers, adopted a policy to guide geographically equitable grant awards, approved updated grant terms, and authorized staffing and performance-based compensation changes following a closed-session personnel discussion.
Union County Public Schools, School Districts, North Carolina
The committee reviewed an updated service agreement with the EC department to continue quality health care services with an existing vendor and voted to forward the agreement to the full school board for approval (3–0).
Cottage Grove, Washington County, Minnesota
Cottage Grove accepted donations from the Public Safety Board to purchase a dual‑purpose police canine and related equipment; council approved acceptance of a canine valued at about $15,667, a 7×14 concrete slab valued at $3,000, and an enclosed kennel (value unclear in transcript).
Southern Kern Unified, School Districts, California
Trustees approved a series of change orders and contract amendments — including Medallion Construction and American Modular Systems work at Tropical Middle and West Park Elementary — and completed routine personnel and consent items at the meeting’s close.
Grosse Ile, Wayne County, Michigan
The DDA reported 17 applicants for the director position; a review committee will narrow candidates to four or five for interviews and a potential hire within about 30 days if a chosen candidate accepts.
OWASSO, School Districts, Oklahoma
Brittney Driscoll, chair of the Owasso Education Foundation, said the foundation visited school sites on “Grama Patrol Day” to distribute teacher awards tied to grant applications and to fund classroom experiences; the transcript does not specify counts or dollar amounts.
Southern Kern Unified, School Districts, California
The board voted to submit a Career Technical Education Facilities grant application (Prop. 2) seeking 50% matching funds for a new CTE building with five industry pathways; the district will request state shares that total roughly the sums described by the presenter for each pathway.
Torrington, Northwest Hills County, Connecticut
The commission approved a site plan Nov. 17 for a 1,600 sq. ft. full‑service bank with a drive‑through at 131 South Main Street, subject to conditions including confirmation regarding a sewer easement, revised landscape plans, ADA parking compliance, stormwater design and required permits.
Grosse Ile, Wayne County, Michigan
Organizers previewed Island Glow (Dec. 5) and a Ladies Night Out debrief prompted questions about sampling and permitting; DDA members and commenters clarified that a nonprofit or the DDA can pull a special-license permitting sampled alcoholic service, typically $25 per business, and beverages may not leave premises.
Town of Needham, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
Project staff presented order‑of‑magnitude estimates: the 4‑lane alternative ≈ $12.4M (with contingency), hybrid ≈ $15.3M and 2‑lane ≈ $15.4M under 2028 assumptions. Town staff discussed Chapter 90 balances, the expanded Complete Streets grant program and potential MassWorks support.
Southern Kern Unified, School Districts, California
At a second required public hearing, district consultant Justin Levitt outlined why the district is moving from at-large to trustee-area elections under the California Voting Rights Act and Fair Maps Act, walked trustees and the public through demographic data and criteria for drawing lines, and said draft maps will be posted Friday, Nov. 21 for public review.
Grosse Ile, Wayne County, Michigan
The DDA tabled the Osprey Grama grant application after members noted the packet described interior work but did not detail exterior improvements required by past grant awards; motion to table carried and the item will return when exterior improvements are specified.
Cottage Grove, Washington County, Minnesota
Following Oct. 28 compliance checks, the Cottage Grove City Council imposed $300 scheduled penalties on Monsoon Tobacco and Hy‑Vee Wine & Spirits after decoy buyers under 21 completed purchases; both license holders told council they terminated the employees involved and tightened training.
Town of Needham, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
Members pressed the project team for quantitative diversion estimates and clearer presentation (one‑page trade‑offs with appendix). Staff said diversion analysis is in contract and expected in about 6–8 weeks; group favored a short overview with numeric ranges and a detailed appendix.
Hampstead, Carroll County, Maryland
A completed adequate facilities study for a proposed Tractor Supply at Hanover Pike (Map 0500 Parcel 3193) was presented as compliant with Hampstead codes; the town requires connection to public sewer and will return the final site plan for approval and a public hearing once county signoffs are received.
Cuyahoga County, Ohio
Growing Right Over Wealth requested $15,000 in District 11 ARPA funds to buy a mobile LiveScan unit and CPR/AED training equipment to help low‑income mothers and kin caregivers obtain background checks and hands‑on CPR certification; the committee moved the application to full council for second reading.
Torrington, Northwest Hills County, Connecticut
The Torrington Planning & Zoning Commission voted Nov. 17 to approve a two‑lot resubdivision at 433 Torrinford West Street, allowing the existing 0.46‑acre parcel to be split into two single‑family lots with conditions on pins, stormwater plans and driveway review by the city engineer.
Town of Needham, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
At its Nov. 19 meeting the Envision Needham Center Project Working Group reviewed block‑by‑block plans for three alternatives (4‑lane, hybrid, 2‑lane), focusing on curb extensions, a contentious slip lane at Dedham Avenue, and minor net changes to on‑street parking.
Hampstead, Carroll County, Maryland
Town Administrator Jim told the Hampstead Planning Commission the town has $18.9 million in EPA funding administered through MDE and an additional $5 million loan/grant option, which together should cover the new raw water mains and four water treatment plants; full project completion is estimated January 2028.
Grosse Ile, Wayne County, Michigan
The Grosse Ile Downtown Development Authority approved a grant-funded agreement with OHM Advisors to update the downtown zoning ordinance, contingent on legal review, with a contract not to exceed $35,000.
Cottage Grove, Washington County, Minnesota
The Cottage Grove City Council approved a developer agreement, a $916,000 Local Affordable Housing Aid (LAHA) commitment and authorization for up to $50 million in multifamily revenue bonds to support a 164‑unit affordable project called Hadley Ridge; developer expects financing closed by year‑end and construction to start in early 2026.
Springfield City, Hampden County, Massachusetts
No members of the public signed up for the public speak-out portion of the Springfield City School Committee meeting. The committee voted to close the public-speak segment and reconvene at 6:30 p.m.; roll call showed four yes votes and three absences. Newly elected member Ayanna Crawford was noted present.
Hamilton County, Tennessee
Multiple residents and conservation advocates asked the commission to stop design work and preserve permanent deed protections at Enterprise South Nature Park, arguing removal would set a dangerous precedent and urging more public notice and environmental study.
Cuyahoga County, Ohio
The committee advanced an amendment to the OPTIONS master contract adding funds and extending the term through March 31, 2027 (total not to exceed $7,237,500). The program provides in‑home supports and meals to seniors and adults with disabilities; presenters said two provider names changed due to buyouts and one contractor left the market.
Moorhead, Clay County, Minnesota
The Moorhead Human Rights Commission approved four nominations for its 2025 Human Rights Awards and discussed community outreach panels; awards will be presented at the Dec. 8 city council meeting with presenters confirming honoree language beforehand.
Laconia Police Commission, Laconia, Belknap County, New Hampshire
The department reported 2,574 calls for service in October (about a 10% increase) and 18 drug overdoses year‑to‑date with one overdose death. Officials outlined staffing (41 of 45 authorized positions), CIU activity, training, community outreach and budget planning.
Missoula County, Montana
Council representatives provided brief updates: West Valley hosted guest speakers and plans Winterfest; Lolo ran open houses for growth-policy input and will pause December meetings; East Missoula is following the Aspire subdivision zoning; Clinton heard a county public-health solicitation; Bonner discussed a proposed gravel pit/asphalt plant on the Blackfoot River and redevelopment at Blackfoot Crossing.
Hamilton County, Tennessee
After extended debate about costs, administrative burden and timing, the commission voted to defer consideration of a senior property tax-freeze program (Resolution 11 25-32) to July 15, 2026, and asked staff to pursue state-level options to adjust income thresholds.
Cuyahoga County, Ohio
The Health and Human Services and Aging Committee advanced a two-year agreement with the Cuyahoga County Prosecutor’s Office for up to $8,322,252 to provide custody and civil representation, appeals and 24/7 on-call services for Children's and Family Services; the item moves to full council on second reading.
Van Zandt County, Texas
The court approved the library annual report, amended court rules on hats and a statutory citation, updated the county purchasing manual, approved a subdivision plat and truck purchase, authorized KCOM antenna work and budgeted consultant funds for the radio project; the consent agenda and adjournment also passed.
Springfield City, Hampden County, Massachusetts
The five-member tax committee voted 5-0 to recommend that the City Council adopt the maximum residential tax shift (statutory max 1.75) to lower homeowner bills and to ask the mayor for an additional $2 million in tax relief, bringing anticipated mayoral support to about $6 million before Monday's council vote.
Hamilton County, Tennessee
The commission unanimously approved two $12 million health contracts, authorized purchase of four ambulances totaling $1,342,479.72 and approved an $803,475 design contract for a Howard School indoor practice facility, among other capital and code measures.
Lake County, California
The Lake County Board of Supervisors voted to accept the county treasury pooled investment reports for June 30 and Sept. 30, 2025. Presenters said the $465.5 million portfolio is compliant with California law, is high‑quality and liquid, but that future reinvestment yields are likely to decline if the Federal Reserve cuts rates.
Missoula County, Montana
Missoula County staff said the Montana Code Annotated requires community councils to be established by county ordinance rather than resolution and proposed an ordinance to standardize council formation, records, finances and social media archiving; first public hearing is Dec. 4 and adoption is targeted for Jan. 8, 2026.
Moorhead, Clay County, Minnesota
At the Moorhead Human Rights Commission meeting on Nov. 19, a police liaison said five officers are in training and five more start Dec. 1, and acknowledged an Everbridge community alert's wording caused confusion about who was affected.
Rexburg City, Madison County, Idaho
The council ratified the 2025 general election, swore in a new police officer, set a public hearing on proposed water and sewer rate changes, approved an urban renewal eligibility study (Resolution 2025-12), adopted an amendment allowing limited sky bridges (Ordinance 13-40) and approved routine business including ordinance 13-38 and the consent calendar.
Corona City, Riverside County, California
After heated testimony from dozens of 6th Street business owners and residents, the council voted unanimously to pause consideration of an amortization ordinance and to form a six‑month ad hoc working group (including the Chamber and downtown businesses) to explore revitalization tools and outreach.
Van Zandt County, Texas
After earlier vehicle valuations proved inaccurate, commissioners discussed reassigning surplus Tahoes and other law‑enforcement vehicles, raising reserve deputy usage, liability, insurance and interdepartmental transfer concerns; a workshop was requested to determine vehicle inventories and needs.
Department of Public Health, Departments and Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Connecticut
The Connecticut Department of Public Health held a public, randomized drawing to rank 33 eligible applicants for 30 slots in the Conrad 30 J-1 Visa Waiver Program; the order will be forwarded to the Public Health Commissioner for final selection and posted on the department website.
Rexburg City, Madison County, Idaho
On Nov. 18 the council adopted ordinance 13-40 amending the development code to permit sky bridges spanning public streets by conditional-use permit, setting clearance, width and safety requirements and limiting signage; the council suspended rules and passed the ordinance on third reading.
St. Joseph, School Districts, Missouri
After extended debate over enrollment, capacity and finances, a majority of board members said they will present the 4BR (Benton-Central) high school consolidation plan at the regular board meeting Monday and will move to rescind the prior vote during that open meeting.
Van Zandt County, Texas
Van Zandt County accepted official canvass results for November constitutional amendments, approved dissolving the Cedar Creek Hospital District and authorized distribution of the district's funds to create an Andrew Gibbs Memorial Nursing Scholarship administered by the Trinity Valley Community College Foundation.
Department of Public Health, Departments and Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Connecticut
A Department of Public Health committee reviewed a proposal to establish a drama-therapy licensure category in Connecticut, heard details about required degrees and certification (including a 1,500-hour figure and a provisional pathway), discussed reciprocity and fiscal implications for the department, and agreed to draft a report for the legislature.
Rexburg City, Madison County, Idaho
The council approved Resolution 2025-12 accepting an urban renewal eligibility study for an ~840-acre West Highway 20 area after a consultant found 9 of 15 statutory criteria met, citing outmoded street patterns, multiple highway access points and faulty lot layouts that could impede future growth without public investment.
Martin County, Florida
At a Nov. 19, 2025, code enforcement hearing, the Martin County magistrate accepted evidence, approved stipulations and ordered multiple property owners and businesses to comply with county code by Dec. 31, 2025 (or earlier), imposing daily fines and awarding fixed investigation costs.
Mount Vernon City, Skagit County, Washington
After a public hearing, the Mount Vernon City Council adopted a $92.98 million 2026 budget and approved a voter-authorized levy lid lift, setting the 2026 levy rate at 2.2537 per $1,000 assessed value; council approved funding increases for police, fire and parks while maintaining a 15%+ reserve.
Carpinteria City, Santa Barbara County, California
Facing a high spill risk in San Luis Reservoir and depressed transfer prices, the board authorized the general manager to pursue terms with United Water for a one‑year sale of 2,000 acre‑feet at $275/acre‑foot; the motion passed 5‑0 and staff will return with an agreement for Dec. 10 consideration.
Rexburg City, Madison County, Idaho
Rexburg officials set a Dec. 17 public hearing after a consultant-recommended utility rate study found current revenues cover operations but not a five-year capital plan; staff proposed staged increases for water (8% Jan. 2026, 6% Oct. 2026) and sewer (8% Jan., 8% Oct.).
Laconia Police Commission, Laconia, Belknap County, New Hampshire
The commission convened at 2:00 p.m. and administered the oath to new full‑time officer Ryan LeClaire. The board also accepted the previous meeting minutes unanimously and heard brief operational updates.
South Fulton, Fulton County, Georgia
The Planning Commission voted to deny rezoning Z25-033, special use U25-014 and comprehensive plan amendment CDP25-012 for a proposed convenience store with fuel pumps on Campbellton–Fairburn Road, citing staff findings including proximity rules and neighborhood incompatibility; the items will be forwarded to the Dec. 9 mayor and council meeting.
Macedonia, Summit County, Ohio
The Board of Zoning and Building Code Appeals continued Case 722, a request by property owner Dr. Alabadi for a 9 feet 4 inch variance to reduce the front setback at 1011 E. Aurora Rd. so the owner can enclose former drive‑through lanes and add roughly 18 front parking spaces. The board asked the applicant to submit scaled drawings showing angled versus straight parking and continued the case to Dec. 17 with requested materials due by Dec. 10.
Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa
Zoning enforcement officer Chris Halskove introduced enforcement staff, summarized duties and enforcement actions from September 2024–September 2025, and highlighted outreach and training plans for early 2026; board members noted 485 signs removed from the right of way.
Van Zandt County, Texas
Commissioners approved using ARPA interest funds to pay KCOM for antenna work and to budget $50,000 for continued consulting by Tri Communications after L3Harris failed to meet required county coverage during acceptance testing.
Montgomery County, Virginia
At the Planning Commission meeting, liaison Mr. King said the Board of Supervisors is discussing moving reassessments from a four-year to a two-year cycle, possibly conducted by county employees; a public hearing is expected to be scheduled.
Des Moines, Polk County, Iowa
The City of Des Moines Zoning Board of Adjustment approved two sign-related zoning exceptions on the consent agenda, including a signage request for a new store at 4410 Southeast 14th Street; staff recommended one additional sign and up to 105.75 square feet. One application for 3218 Southwest 9th Street was withdrawn.
South Fulton, Fulton County, Georgia
After extended public comment and questioning, the commission voted to approve staff findings and recommend approval of special-use permit U25-013 to allow a group residence for pregnant minors at 120 Cainwood Court East; the recommendation goes to mayor and council on Dec. 9.
Corona City, Riverside County, California
After wide public comment from tennis players, pickleball users and nearby residents, the council approved a compromise (option 6) to add courts at El Cerrito Park and convert Border Park back to tennis, with a voice vote approving limited Friday‑night gate closures 3–2.
Montgomery County, Virginia
The planning director reported that the Public Service Authority is now a county department, announced Justin Shepherd as utilities director and promoted Cody Andrews to GIS manager; staff expects to implement OpenGov permitting software Jan. 5 and noted state funding for Reiner Road improvements.
St. Pete Beach, Pinellas County, Florida
Assistant Director Brian Peckins told the Beach Stewardship Committee about recent beach activity — weddings and events, volunteer cleanups, and sheriff enforcement contacts — and committee members requested more granular enforcement data such as types of violations and dune/trespass incidents.
South Fulton, Fulton County, Georgia
The South Fulton Planning Commission voted to approve staff findings and forward rezoning Z25-031 and concurrent variance CV25-004 for 4865 Campbellton Road to the Dec. 9 mayor and council meeting. The applicant plans to rezone R-3 to R-4A and subdivide roughly two acres into two residential lots.
Carpinteria City, Santa Barbara County, California
Staff recommended contracting WSC for up to $377,766 to manage the Smiley ASR well project and federal grant compliance; the district received a $2.9M federal grant requiring 50% local match and still needs permitting and CEQA work. The item may return for action.
Corona City, Riverside County, California
After hours of testimony from both park owners and long-term residents, the council introduced Ordinance No. 3422 (mobile‑home park rent stabilization) by title only and waived full reading; the first reading passed 4–0–1.
Montgomery County, Virginia
The Montgomery County Planning Commission unanimously recommended renewal of Agricultural and Forestal District No. 6, presented by Kim Wright; staff said there are no proposed boundary changes and the district will expire 12/31/2033 if approved by the Board of Supervisors.
Corona City, Riverside County, California
Dozens of residents told the Corona City Council that federal immigration-enforcement officers staged operations in City Hall parking areas and on nearby streets, urging the council to explore local ordinances to protect residents and to fund legal and emergency support.
Carpinteria City, Santa Barbara County, California
Staff told the board the district now plans two years of 7.5% rate increases followed by 4% to cover higher operating and capital costs tied to the AWPF; staff estimated a roughly $350 annual tax bill component for a 3/4‑inch account if current capital assumptions hold.
Haslet, Denton County, Texas
The Haslet EDC discussed replacing playground equipment at Nance Field and whether to pave a parking lot with concrete or asphalt; staff said concrete could cost hundreds of thousands and that asphalt (estimated in meeting at $58,000 plus additional work) would be reusable if the parks master plan changes the site; the board took no spending action and unanimously approved an executive‑session training motion.
Pinellas County, Florida
Staff reported fiscal-year TDT collections exceeded $90 million for a fourth consecutive year, noted vacation-rental sample caveats, and outlined marketing activity including a Wheel of Fortune episode (estimated cost about $100,000), a Canadian campaign and a new podcast series; staff also reported an overall marketing budget of about $25 million and agency fees near $4 million.
Carpinteria City, Santa Barbara County, California
Contractors returned AWPF construction bids clustered around $61–62 million versus an engineer's estimate of $42 million. District staff said they will review low‑bid open‑book documents, meet with other bidders, and explore scope, sequencing and funding options before any award.
Haslet, Denton County, Texas
At the Nov. 19 Haslet EDC meeting, staff reported that CTDI plans to move into a 400,000‑sq‑ft building in Haslet and may employ an estimated 400–500 people; staff also updated the board on Kwik Trip, Freeman Toyota and road‑signal work and warned that annexation/zoning issues could leave the city without tax revenue.
St John Town, Lake County, Indiana
Organizers told the St John Town Economic Development Committee that the holiday market has filled all 52 vendor spots after about 200 inquiries and roughly 50 rapid applications; the committee discussed entertainment, volunteer needs and the possibility of expanding next year if the amphitheater is completed.
Livingston City, Park County, Montana
City staff updated the commission on a multi-year evaluation of a possible stormwater utility, describing regulatory triggers (MS4), recent funding setbacks and a consultant'led analysis of impervious surfaces and billing options; a consultant report is expected late October'early November.
Miami Lakes, Miami-Dade County, Florida
Committee votes that no group, religious or secular, will be given free vendor/tent space for the Miami Lakes anniversary event; nonprofit requests (Nest Church) will be handled as paid sponsorships per the town ordinance.
St. Pete Beach, Pinellas County, Florida
The Beach Stewardship Committee recommended a consolidated beach ordinance to the City Commission after debating sign rules, private vs. public beach land language, registration for commercial chair/cabana vendors, prohibitions on polystyrene/plastic straws and glass containers, micromobility rules, and wildlife protections.
Utah Department of Natural Resources, Utah Government Divisions, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
Staff detailed significant acreage reductions for Salt Wells CWMU and other permit changes, explained additions for Blackhawk, Indian Head and Patmos Ridge CWMUs (including donated hunts for disabled hunters), and the RAC approved the package unanimously.
Miami Lakes, Miami-Dade County, Florida
Committee reviewed vendor contracts, itemized expenses (including $35,000 for fireworks) and sponsor commitments; debates over beverage service ended with no limit formally adopted after a motion to restrict service to beer and wine was withdrawn and recorded as failed.
Mount Pleasant, Racine County, Wisconsin
Staff asked the Plan Commission to restore certain twin- and townhome lot-width minimums and to resolve conflicts between dimensional requirements and minimum units-per-acre density rules that produced awkward parcel layouts; commissioners requested visual examples and for staff to test proposals against recent CSMs.
Utah Department of Natural Resources, Utah Government Divisions, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
R657-42 amendments that provide relief options for hunters affected by natural disasters were presented and adopted; the division clarified relief is available via online application, physical tag return within 30 days, and that unit-wide relief is decided by the director with leadership and biologist input.
Miami Lakes, Miami-Dade County, Florida
Committee set minute-by-minute program for Miami Lakes� 25th anniversary: children� performances, a short historical video, dignitary appearances or video, ceremonial cake and a fireworks countdown aiming to end by 8 p.m. Stage size and performer spacing remain open logistical items.
Mount Pleasant, Racine County, Wisconsin
Mount Pleasant staff proposed moving shoreland, conservancy, bluff/ravine, and flood-protection rules into a consolidated Article 200 overlay district to simplify administration and GIS mapping; commissioners asked for a clarified bluff/ravine setback and confirmed staff will update maps.
Utah Department of Natural Resources, Utah Government Divisions, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
Clint Sampson presented the Book Cliffs bison management plan, which the RAC adopted unanimously after questions about hunt structure, permit numbers, habitat projects, and possible effects on elk and deer; staff emphasized adaptive management and range monitoring.
Pinellas County, Florida
Staff recommended and the advisory panel unanimously recommended $65,000 in elite-event funding for a combined MLK parade and Tampa Bay Collard Green Festival package; staff cited estimates of 15,000 attendees, 1,200 room nights and more than $1 million in projected economic impact for the combined events.
Michigan City, LaPorte County, Indiana
The Parks Board approved NEST Community Shelter's Coldest Night 5K walk; organizers said last year saw over 120 walkers across 19 teams and they plan route changes and added family activities for year two.
Mount Pleasant, Racine County, Wisconsin
Mount Pleasant staff proposed expanding the in-lieu-of fee to urban streets farther than 1,200 feet from an existing sidewalk, disqualifying sidewalks in Tax Increment Districts from paying in-lieu, considering requiring developers to install sidewalks earlier, and exploring special assessments to extend sidewalks to intersections; commissioners asked for fee numbers, visual examples, and ordinance language for December.
Kent City Council, Kent City, Portage County, Ohio
Council voted to appoint Sarah McCarthy to the loan review board, inserting her name into draft Ordinance 2025-108, suspending rules, and approving the ordinance after roll call.
Seattle School District No. 1, School Districts, Washington
Public commenters urged the board to address alleged policy violations involving restraints and isolation, asked whether the board was briefed on litigation decisions, and raised concerns about district partnerships with Big Tech, data privacy and parental consent for AI and EdTech tools.
Pinellas County, Florida
The advisory panel recommended that the Board of County Commissioners adopt revised capital-project funding guidelines that add a new 'beach park facilities' category, require 1:1 matches (except county-owned beach park facilities), a 'shovel-ready' requirement and minimum attendance/room-night thresholds. Staff removed the prior point-scoring system and will present the code amendment to the BCC.
Mount Pleasant, Racine County, Wisconsin
The Mount Pleasant Plan Commission voted Nov. 19 to recommend approval of a certified survey map that realigns a short stretch of Kilborn Drive and dedicates 89 square feet to Carrington Boulevard; staff said the change is a minor cleanup and has no expected fiscal impact.
Streator City, LaSalle County, Illinois
The council voted to adjourn to closed session under Illinois statutes to discuss legal matters, personnel and collective bargaining; the motion passed on a recorded roll call.
Utah Department of Natural Resources, Utah Government Divisions, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
After debate about adding a new cow hunt and how to allocate 19 drought permits on the Henrys bison herd, the RAC rejected proposals to run cow hunts concurrently and to swap dates, then approved the division's recommendation 7–1 to accept the revisions as presented.
Pinellas County, Florida
Visit St. Pete Clearwater and three local arts alliances proposed a competitively awarded, month-long arts tourism program funded at $500,000: $100,000 for administration and $400,000 for production and awards, with two award tiers and a seven-member selection committee. The advisory panel voted to move the proposal forward to implementation.
2025 Legislature FL, Florida
A House select committee on Nov. 20 advanced seven House joint resolutions and one House bill that would alter how Florida levies or exempts non‑school ad valorem property taxes; members, municipal officials and public safety representatives warned of large local revenue losses and asked for implementing language and protections for fire, EMS and special districts.
Streator City, LaSalle County, Illinois
Jason Roark told the council that illegal parking, speeding and dirt-bike activity on Sand/West End/Bloomington streets blocks school buses and emergency vehicles and that police response has been insufficient; council said it will investigate but no formal remedy was adopted at the meeting.
Kent City Council, Kent City, Portage County, Ohio
Council unanimously adopted a multi-item consent agenda including several emergency ordinances, an amendment to appropriation ordinances, and a resolution requesting early tax advances; clerk reported a liquor-permit transfer extension with no police objection.
Sunbury City, Delaware County, Ohio
Staff briefed the finance committee on a three‑year cybersecurity Copilot from DataServe (risk assessment, policy, training, endpoint/network protection, backups and incident response) priced at $12,600/yr with a year‑end discount to $9,600/yr; staff described it as a replacement for current training and said a written policy still must be adopted to meet House Bill 96 by Jan. 1, 2026.
Michigan City, LaPorte County, Indiana
The board approved renewals for sanitation, pest control, trash and landscape maintenance contracts, annual open accounts, payroll and claims payments, and Resolution 1079 authorizing a $2,287 transfer within the Senior Center fund to cover unanticipated expenses.
Utah Department of Natural Resources, Utah Government Divisions, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
At the Southeastern RAC meeting, state wildlife veterinarian Virginia Stout described a pilot mandatory-testing program for chronic wasting disease in the Ogden mule-deer unit, saying the Division will “start small” and expand if the approach succeeds and funding (primarily USDA grants) and hunter cooperation allow.
Milton, Santa Rosa County, Florida
The Sundial Utilities of Milton approved the Oct. 23 meeting minutes and a financial report covering revenues and expenses through September 2025, both by unanimous voice vote. The presiding member also noted a special called meeting on the effluent disposal system scheduled for 6 p.m.
Kent City Council, Kent City, Portage County, Ohio
The Kent City Council recognized Sue Nelson and her downtown shop, Sue Nelson Designs, with a proclamation marking her retirement and praising decades of service to the community.
Milton, Santa Rosa County, Florida
The City of Milton Community Redevelopment Agency unanimously approved Oct. 23 minutes, recorded a motion (second noted) to approve revenue and expense reports for CRAs 1–3 (outcome not recorded in the transcript), and heard a council member say staff will pick up Phase 1 declarations tomorrow.
Sunbury City, Delaware County, Ohio
Committee reviewed the wage-and-salary ordinance included with the 2026 budget, which adds a permitting specialist, an engineering technician, a part‑time mayor’s court admin and increases police headcount from nine to ten; hiring tied to fee‑structure and council approval.
Seattle School District No. 1, School Districts, Washington
Seattle Public Schools presented classroom AI pilots (Magic Student/Magic School), teacher training and vendor controls; board members praised literacy work but pressed for clearer metrics, stronger teacher support and independent research to avoid undue vendor influence.
Troy, Miami County, Ohio
Staff highlighted capital projects including Low Dam/rec-trail asphalt (estimate ~$600,000), streetscape work scheduled for 2026–2027, a costly CO2 tank replacement at the water plant and a Race Drive pump-station rebuild in the stormwater utility plan.
Tavares, Lake County, Florida
Community Development Director Antonio told the board the next meeting will include officer elections and legal training on sunshine laws; he also flagged the AdventHealth Trail around Lake Ottawa and a proposed Graywill Office Warehouse near West St. and N. Ingram Ave.
Sunbury City, Delaware County, Ohio
Finance staff told the committee the 2026 consolidated budget projects a general fund balance of $7,367,000 and a total fund balance just over $14 million, outlined assumptions (14–15% health insurance increase, 3% budgeted raises) and flagged a $75,000 stormwater project increase and planned use of COVID funds for JR Smith Park.
Paradise Valley Unified District (4241), School Districts, Arizona
Hosts announced no school Nov. 26–28, thanked education support professionals and substitutes, highlighted state swimming champions, and aired a student video from North Ranch Elementary honoring teachers during American Education Week.
Tavares, Lake County, Florida
The board recommended an amendment to sign regulations (chapter 21, sec. 21-17) to allow up to seven flags on parcels owned/maintained by HOAs after a Lake Francis Estate request; staff clarified the code change refers to flags (not automatic flagpole approvals) and that poles must meet Florida building code and permitting/site-plan review.
Utah Public Service Commission, Utah Subcommittees, Commissions and Task Forces, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
ANGC and intervenor witnesses told the PSC that upfront telemetry costs and how Enbridge treats metering/telemetry create a barrier to customers switching from sales service to transportation service; they recommended rate-basing or other remedies to avoid disincentives.
Paradise Valley Unified District (4241), School Districts, Arizona
PV Schools’ 16th annual Community Fund Run 5K is scheduled for Jan. 31 at Horizon High School; preregistration by Jan. 17 includes a shirt (turquoise with possible purple logo), day‑of registration opens at 7:30 a.m., and the event will include a health fair moved to the track and a kid dash.
Utah Public Service Commission, Utah Subcommittees, Commissions and Task Forces, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
Witnesses for large customers and intervenors urged the Public Service Commission to change Enbridge Gas Utah's allocation and rate-design methods, recommending a winter-throughput or excess design-day allocator and other TSL (transport) rate changes; commissioners pressed witnesses on magnitude and gradualism.
Streator City, LaSalle County, Illinois
City staff presented the preliminary 2026 budget showing an approximate $1.7 million imbalance if adopted as-is. Major requests included a fire deputy chief position, ZOLL monitor lease, two ambulances for 2027, police laptops and cameras, and TIF-funded incubator and facade grants; staff proposed a 4.99% tax-levy scenario that largely funds pension increases.
Milton, Santa Rosa County, Florida
Councilman Powers presented a final code-of-conduct draft and members debated whether advisory-board membership should be limited to Santa Rosa County residents or also allow non-residents with commercial interests or exceptional qualifications; attorneys will codify language for a Dec. 9 reading.
Troy, Miami County, Ohio
Staff told the committee the budget includes $140,000 of support for the TDC/Troy Main Street but said the administration will not issue payment while questions about separating the TDC from the chamber are unresolved; staff said they will return with a recommendation before disbursing funds.
Provo City Other, Provo, Utah County, Utah
At a Nov. 19 administrative hearing, the presiding official approved a project plan to build a 23,136-square-foot private aircraft hangar at 3420 Mike Gents Parkway, Hangar 315, after staff and airport sign-offs and with Public Works allowing phased grading prior to a building permit.
Tavares, Lake County, Florida
The board voted to recommend Ordinance 2025-10, which would require residents to obtain a no-cost permit for garage sales (maximum four permits per property per year) and add escalating fines for repeat violators; staff said online permits and posted permits will make enforcement feasible.
Streator City, LaSalle County, Illinois
Council members directed staff to publish a 4.99% property-tax levy for public notice and discussed cuts and funding shifts to close an approximately $1.73 million general-fund deficit, including delaying capital purchases and using TIF or home-rule sales-tax funds for select items.
Seattle School District No. 1, School Districts, Washington
District staff proposed a tiered approach to student cell-phone use — elementary bans, middle-school ‘away for the day,’ and limited high-school access — prompting board questions about enforcement, accommodations for students with health or safety needs, and clearer success metrics.
Honolulu City, Honolulu County, Hawaii
The committee approved reporting out FTA‑required transit safety plans for bus/paratransit and rail, postponed an omnibus traffic-code update, amended and advanced a shared‑streets bill to CD1 for second reading and public hearing, and reported Bill 42 (taxicab rules) out for third reading.
Paradise Valley Unified District (4241), School Districts, Arizona
PV Schools announced ParentSquare is live at Horizon, North Canyon, Paradise Valley, Pinnacle and Shadow Mountain high schools; parents can activate accounts via email or parentsquare.com and the district plans to expand the platform to remaining sites in early 2026.
Milton, Santa Rosa County, Florida
Mama Lattes requested a $10,000 business improvement grant for storefront, driveway and landscaping work at 5812 Stewart Street; councilmembers voiced strong support but deferred a formal vote, directing staff to place the item on the Dec. 9 consent agenda.
Michigan City, LaPorte County, Indiana
The Parks Board approved 2026 event dates including MC Food and Music Fest (Memorial Day weekend, May 23–24), a recreation sponsorship packet and renewed permissions for a winter horse-and-carriage offering; organizers said the festival is entering its second year with Harbor Country Adventures.
Seattle School District No. 1, School Districts, Washington
Seattle School District No. 1’s board unanimously approved the superintendent employment agreement for Ben Scholdner, adopted the district’s 2026 state legislative agenda and passed the consent agenda during its Nov. 19, 2025 meeting.
Honolulu City, Honolulu County, Hawaii
DTS and HPD briefed the committee on adopting the 2023 MUTCD, Complete Streets and Vision 0 priorities; DTS described quick‑build pilots and planned permanent treatments, and HPD reported enforcement and outreach tied to a rise to 74 traffic fatalities in 2025.
Milton, Santa Rosa County, Florida
Homeowners told the council AT&T contractor Apex dug multiple holes and placed fiber inside their yards—some work done before a city permit; staff said right-of-way runs 16 feet and advised residents to call the city for restoration if contractors don't repair lawns.
Streator City, LaSalle County, Illinois
Mayor Bedell’s appointment of Andy Urbana to a term ending in June 2028 was approved by unanimous roll call during the meeting.
Troy, Miami County, Ohio
City staff recommended a $1 million placeholder in the park-and-recreation capital fund to design elements of the master plan, with officials saying implementation is premature until consultant recommendations are reviewed at a Dec. 3 work session.
California Public Employees Retirement System, Agencies under Office of the Governor, Executive, California
Public commenters raised concerns about CalPERS' responsiveness to PRA requests, buyback and benefit calculations, and alleged failures to implement court‑ordered care for a plaintiff; the board directed staff follow‑up and handled litigation updates in closed session.
Honolulu City, Honolulu County, Hawaii
Board of Water Supply officials told the council the Red Hill fuel storage site continues to pose long-term groundwater risks: historic and recent releases have left PFAS and petroleum contaminants detected in shallow and deep monitoring wells, temporary treatment is in place and federal funds are targeted to support longer-term treatment work.
Milton, Santa Rosa County, Florida
City attorney summarized Florida statute requiring a detailed staff response to contractor change orders within 35 days or risk deemed approval; council asked staff to draft a policy and recommended notifying council quickly for any change orders arriving between meetings.
Michigan City, LaPorte County, Indiana
Director Jamie Huss outlined fence and exhibit upgrades, donor support and ongoing operating pressures at the Michigan City zoo; Superintendent Eason said the city is slated to receive roughly $4 million of a $20 million Lilly Foundation award for a cultural corridor project.
Paradise Valley Unified District (4241), School Districts, Arizona
Paradise Valley Unified District completed a two‑year, systemwide review and received full Cognia accreditation in June 2025; the district says the recognition covers preschool through 12th grade, includes district operations, and includes periodic six‑month and three‑year checkpoints through 2031.
Kent City SD, School Districts, Ohio
At its November meeting the board unanimously approved cooperative purchases (two 77-passenger buses), roofing and web-hosting contracts, several personnel and service agreements (including an LPN contract for a medically fragile student), and appointed PJ Herrera to the board; the meeting concluded with an executive session and adjournment.
Milton, Santa Rosa County, Florida
The City of Milton approved a land purchase and related contracts to support a new 2.5 million‑gallon‑per‑day effluent disposal system required by FDEP, funding the acquisition from water and sewer reserves and unanimously approving related design, pipeline rerouting and land‑clearing actions.
Streator City, LaSalle County, Illinois
Council approved a resolution appropriating $80,000 in Motor Fuel Tax funds to cover additional quantities and paving needs on the Iowa Avenue roadway project so the city can close out the project with the state.
Troy, Miami County, Ohio
Staff outlined a multi-year renovation plan for the 30-year-old downtown police facility, with an initial $1 million request for first-floor window replacements and proposals ranging up to a roughly $5 million full renovation; council members debated shatterproof versus bullet-resistant glazing and the trade-offs of phasing work over two or three years.
Kent City SD, School Districts, Ohio
District administrators reported a fall in chronic absenteeism from 26.5% to 18.5% in the first quarter; the district announced a partnership with Penn State University that will offer free student tickets and reduced-price parent tickets as attendance incentives and will include athlete-created outreach materials.
Troy, Miami County, Ohio
At a Nov. 19 finance committee workshop, staff presented a conservative 2026 budget that assumes flat income-tax receipts, forecasts a nearly 10% rise in recommended general-fund expenses and flags borrowing and capital timing that will shape the five-year outlook.
Scott County, Iowa
The Scott County Board approved the consent agenda and later voted to enter a closed session to discuss strategy for upcoming labor negotiations under Iowa Code section 20.173; the closed-session motion passed on a recorded roll call of five ayes.
Streator City, LaSalle County, Illinois
Council approved a resolution supporting a U.S. EPA Brownfield assessment application for the north half of the city-owned Smith Douglas site; consultants will reapply at no cost for up to a $500,000 assessment to enable future remediation planning.
Kent City SD, School Districts, Ohio
Teachers and third-grade students described a two-teacher, co-taught classroom that the district has used for two years, highlighting continuous collaboration, improved student problem-solving and use of classroom resources; the board toured student-made QR-code videos of classroom resources.
Rangeley, Franklin County , Maine
Rangeley’s Ordinance Committee on Nov. 19 approved edits to the sign ordinance that limit electronic message centers (EMCs) to 32 square feet, prohibit animated transitions and require instantaneous message changes; the committee kept a 5‑minute minimum display time after rejecting a proposed 20‑minute rule.
Scott County, Iowa
County Administrator Mahesh Sharma told supervisors the county would release $1,500 from its Home-Based Iowa incentive fund for a new request and staff described the program's origins and how the chamber administers incentives to help veterans relocate to Scott County.
Streator City, LaSalle County, Illinois
The City of Streator adopted Ordinance 20 25 44 to annex parts of the Circle Drive subdivision; council set the annexation effective Jan. 1, 2026 and coordinated timing with the county assessor to avoid a 2025 city tax bill for new residents.
Crown Point City, Lake County, Indiana
At its Nov. 19 meeting the Crown Point Board of Public Works and Safety approved an INDOT joint‑use maintenance agreement with a 10‑year settlement responsibility clause, accepted change orders for asbestos removal at a downtown demolition, and approved an $8,100 easement payment to Lake County Parks and Recreation.
Port Orchard, Kitsap County, Washington
Port Orchard�s Land Use Committee on Nov. 19 agreed to begin drafting amendments requested by McCormick Communities that would credit prior park dedications and relax several McCormick Village overlay requirements in exchange for targeted public benefits such as tree plantings and a pocket park; staff will draft an agreement for a public hearing in January or February.
Scott County, Iowa
County financial staff reported stronger-than-expected revenue early in the fiscal year, boosted by property-tax receipts and one-time distributions, while some service areas track near budget. County staff said they will evaluate a GEMT vendor arrangement after a full year of collections.
York County, Pennsylvania
Multiple residents, rescue volunteers and retired humane officers told the county board the SPCA’s recent policy and staffing changes have worsened stray and cruelty-response capacity; speakers asked the county to enforce contract terms, consider municipal sheltering, and increase humane-staff resources.
Crown Point City, Lake County, Indiana
The Crown Point Board of Public Works and Safety on Nov. 19 approved a $676,998.36 pay application for a downtown interceptor, authorized a $27,491 disbursement, and heard timelines for a 24‑inch supply line and lead service line replacements.
Transportation Authority Meetings, Knoxville City, Knox County, Tennessee
The Transportation Authority approved a six-month fare-free pilot on the Downtown Connector and voted to temporarily reduce frequency on Routes 12, 15, 17, 20 and 42 to provide predictable service during a driver shortage; staff will return next month with a prioritized plan to restore routes as staffing improves.
Gainesville, Alachua County, Florida
Two downtown small‑business owners and neighbors told commissioners they were not notified about a license agreement granting Santa Fe College use of a street near local businesses, warning a closure would harm customers and livelihoods and asking the city to keep the street open.
Holland City, Ottawa County, Michigan
At its organizational meeting the Holland City Council elected Councilman Corbin as mayor pro tem and Mike Schulteis as chief governance officer, approved appointments to the Human Relations Commission and Brownfield Redevelopment Authority, and accepted a $2,500 donation for a parks scholarship.
California Public Employees Retirement System, Agencies under Office of the Governor, Executive, California
The CalPERS Board approved committee recommendations across investment, pension and health benefits, finance and administration, compensation and audit committees; it also approved a fiduciary counsel RFP and adopted a package of proposed decisions (agenda 8a1–8a9).
Twinsburg City, School Districts, Ohio
The Twinsburg City School District board approved certified, classified and supplemental staffing recommendations (with one abstention on an item naming a staff member), accepted a $1,000 PTA donation, contracted for SB 288-required programming, authorized an IEE not to exceed $5,005.75, approved student trips and adopted handbook changes implementing a ban on student cell-phone use during instructional time effective Jan. 1, 2026.
Titusville, Brevard County, Florida
On Nov. 19 the Titusville Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously recommended approval of Conditional Use Permit 7‑2025 to allow outdoor storage on about 2.84 acres at 3838 and 3900 South Hopkins Ave., subject to 8‑foot opaque screening, building permits to restore fencing, paved surfaces for storage, and maintenance conditions.
Gainesville, Alachua County, Florida
The City Commission unanimously approved two FDOT‑support resolutions for 49 U.S.C. §§5310 and 5311 grant applications (paratransit and rural demand‑response assistance) and accepted the Affordable Housing Advisory Committee's 2025 incentives and recommendations report for submission to the Florida Housing Finance Corporation.
York County, Pennsylvania
York County’s board released a preliminary 2026 budget for the required 20‑day public review period and said it includes a 1 mil real estate tax increase to address growing mandated costs after three years of no tax increases and a $4,000,000 expense cut last year.
Twinsburg City, School Districts, Ohio
At its regular meeting the Twinsburg City School District board opened with a moment of silence for the death of Twinsburg High School ninth grader London Brown, described community vigils and reminded families that counseling and community mental-health resources are available.
Titusville, Brevard County, Florida
The Titusville Planning and Zoning Commission voted unanimously Nov. 19 to table Item 9b, the Tranquility development agreement, after applicant requests and emails asking for postponement; the item was rescheduled to Jan. 7, 2026.
Gainesville, Alachua County, Florida
After reviewing unaudited fiscal data, commissioners directed the mayor to request itemized legal invoices from Gainesville Regional Utilities for FY2023–FY2025 and urged the authority to stop deducting legal fees the authority incurred in litigation against the city.
Holland City, Ottawa County, Michigan
Holland City Council approved an amendment to section 22-10 to allow alcohol in a limited area of the Holland Ice Park plaza (not on the ice surface) and approved a corresponding social-district boundary change; the ordinance was adopted without emergency effect (takes effect in 21 days).
Story County, Iowa
Ames staff will issue an RFP for curbside recycling (96-gallon carts, every-other-week service) and offer pricing for partner communities as an optional "tag-on"; per-capita fee remains $10.50 but attendees pressed for billing mechanisms, diversion accountability and countywide long-term landfill planning.
RSU 04, School Districts, Maine
The board voted unanimously to extend the meeting past 9 p.m., postponed items (6.1, 7.2, 7.3) to the Dec. 10 meeting, and unanimously approved Jennifer Cormier as a special‑education teacher at Carey Ricker School; personnel committee scheduled first reading of policy JKAA for Dec. 10.
Gainesville, Alachua County, Florida
Planner Nathaniel Chan presented a compressed timeline for the Imagine GNV comprehensive‑plan update, aiming for adoption hearings in March–April 2026 and an evaluation‑and‑appraisal report to the state by May 1. Commissioners requested clearer side‑by‑side crosswalks showing policy changes, more stakeholder engagement, and additional review time if needed.
York County, Pennsylvania
York County’s Ag Preserve Board requested $386,295 for an easement to preserve 110.37 acres of a Snyder farm in East Manchester Township; the Farm & Natural Lands Trust presented two additional preservation projects, including a large Stambaugh valley property and a 40-acre addition in Warrington Township.
Story County, Iowa
City staff said Ames will stop operating its waste-to-energy facility and build a Resource Recovery and Recycling Campus (R3C) to handle 52,000 tons/year. Construction is estimated at $16.8 million, the tipping fee is projected to rise from $75 to about $95/ton in 2027, and staff asked 20/80 partners to indicate support for a 20-year extension of agreements by January.
Holland City, Ottawa County, Michigan
After months of debate and public comment, Holland City Council rejected removing a noncompliant midblock crosswalk on 40th Street and instead voted to direct staff to upgrade it to current standards, specifying lighting, ADA-compliant ramps, signage and fencing changes.
Cumberland County, Pennsylvania
After an extended, sometimes tense exchange over unfilled positions, contingency use and a $7 million capital balance from the sale of a county nursing facility, commissioners voted to lay the proposed 2026 budget on view for public inspection; at least one commissioner voted no.
Gainesville, Alachua County, Florida
The Gainesville Police Department reported a roughly 16% year‑to‑date decline in violent crime and a similar drop in property crime, with homicide numbers down from eight in 2024 to three this year so far. GPD credited multi‑agency partnerships, increased patrols, and co‑responder mental‑health teams for part of the improvement.
ELIZABETH SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts , Colorado
At a Nov. 19 special meeting, the Elizabeth School District Board of Education removed action item 5.1 from the agenda and voted to enter an executive session under Colorado Revised Statute 24-6-402(4)(b) to receive legal advice on a FERPA dispute involving individual students.
California Public Employees Retirement System, Agencies under Office of the Governor, Executive, California
The CalPERS Board voted to sponsor legislation to discontinue the Actuarially Equivalent Reduction (AER) option for new service‑credit purchases, effective for elections after the date in the adopted motion; staff and board members debated tradeoffs for members and the system before a voice vote carried the motion.
RSU 04, School Districts, Maine
District administrators and principals reviewed NWEA fall data and other local assessments, emphasizing that growth goals are set by NWEA, cohorts matter, and chronic absenteeism (32% last year) is a major driver of lower achievement; principals described interventions and next steps.
Gainesville, Alachua County, Florida
Gainesville Fire Rescue reported increased inspection activity, faster turnout times and plans to replace two stations by May 2026. The city’s community health and Impact GMV programs — from paramedicine referrals to technology hubs in affordable housing — showed early outcomes including fewer fights reported by participating youth and declines in calls for service at targeted sites.
Yuba City, Sutter County, California
At the meeting the council approved the consent calendar (items 6–15) and took separate votes to accept a $30,000 ABC grant, award a $5.3 million aquifer construction contract with $1.9 million budget transfers, authorize a wastewater position fill, reestablish a business development classification, authorize a Merriment Village supplemental loan agreement, and adopt the 2026 meeting calendar.
City of DeBary, Volusia County, Florida
The City Council unanimously approved a one-time paid holiday for benefits-eligible city employees on Friday, Dec. 26, 2025, citing low expected workload and as a staff reward; roughly 48 employees were noted by the city manager.
Oviedo, Seminole County, Florida
Board members debated a scoring rubric for public-art and logo submissions, proposing criteria such as artistic vision, suitability and connection to Oviedo; members agreed S7 will draft a concise rubric for review before judging to ensure consistent evaluations.
Cumberland County, Pennsylvania
Bond counsel and United Sustainable Agriculture described a proposed anaerobic digester at 500 Carlisle Road (Newville) to process up to 100,000 tons/year of manure and food waste; presenters said most permits are in place, the financing is a non‑recourse tax‑exempt conduit loan, and the IDA aims to close before year‑end to meet state volume cap allocation.
Yuba City, Sutter County, California
Council approved reestablishing a business development liaison role (and renaming the development manager class) to support business attraction and retention; staff said the position will help implement an economic development roadmap and work with a Perkins Eastman planning engagement.
Pensacola, Escambia County, Florida
Summary of motions and outcomes from the Nov. 20 Pensacola Architectural Review Board meeting, including required abbreviated follow‑up reviews and recorded recusals.
City of DeBary, Volusia County, Florida
Council authorized staff to contract with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Florida and Guardian for 2026 employee benefits (city cost ~ $643,640). Council asked HR to return with options to address a contractual two-times-salary life-insurance provision for the city manager after carriers limited coverage.
Oviedo, Seminole County, Florida
A member relayed a letter from the Freedom From Religion Foundation urging caution about church references in Rowntree Park artwork; staff said the city attorney reviewed the matter and indicated the city was not acting improperly. The project is community-led by OCIA and has not been finalized.
Cumberland County, Pennsylvania
Susquehanna Area Regional Airport Authority told Cumberland County commissioners that passenger traffic and cargo operations are at or above pre‑COVID levels, a seasonal nonstop to Miami will begin in January, and a $64 million cargo ramp expansion has increased aircraft parking capacity.
Gainesville, Alachua County, Florida
At its Nov. 20 meeting the commission read proclamations honoring Delta Sigma Theta Sorority's Gainesville chapter, declared Dec. 1 World AIDS Day and designated November as Youth Homelessness Outreach, Prevention and Education Month; local nonprofit leaders accepted and thanked the commission.
Yuba City, Sutter County, California
Council authorized acceptance of a $30,000 Alcoholic Beverage Control/Office of Traffic Safety grant to fund decoy and shoulder‑tap operations, merchant compliance inspections and holiday enforcement aimed at reducing underage sales and alcohol‑related driving incidents.
Oviedo, Seminole County, Florida
Board members reviewed samples for the 'Wings of Joy' sculpture, confirmed an eight-week fabrication window after approval, and reported a $15,000 site-plan estimate reduced by a 40% in-kind discount to $9,000; private sponsors including Dave Axel have committed funds or in-kind support.
City of DeBary, Volusia County, Florida
The City of DeBary approved Resolution No. 2025-22 to amend the FY 2024–25 budget, recognizing $1.76 million in Volusia County impact fees for the Dirksen project, $531,000 in Hurricane Ian costs tied to a DRC mediation agreement, and the recognition of donated land valued at $162,450.
RSU 04, School Districts, Maine
Superintendent Marco told the board BusRight replaced three vendors at roughly the same cost and added an app and bus badges; a public commenter raised RFID and cybersecurity concerns and said he will opt his children out. The board did not take formal action on the badges tonight.
Yuba City, Sutter County, California
Council approved a construction contract award for the Aquifer Storage and Recovery (ASR) well phase 2 after deeming the low bid nonresponsive; staff said the total project cost is about $6.17 million and proposed $1.9 million in transfers from water reserves and CIP accounts to close the gap.
Gainesville, Alachua County, Florida
On Nov. 20 the Gainesville City Commission approved Resolution 2025-928, a final amendment to the fiscal year 2024-25 general government budget to reconcile department shortfalls, record new grants and make year-end accounting adjustments; the measure passed unanimously with one commissioner absent.
Weber County, Utah
The Western Weber Planning Commission unanimously recommended that the county commission adopt staff‑proposed amendments to the Western Weber General Plan water‑use table and add action items and stakeholder‑committee language to strengthen water‑conservation guidance; staff noted the changes align with state recommendations and stakeholder input.
Kane County, Illinois
During public comment, Denise Theobald accused ICE of constitutional violations in recent enforcement actions, disputed claims that undocumented immigrants are criminals and asked Commissioner Young to resign; the board did not take action in response during the meeting.
Yuba City, Sutter County, California
Yuba Sutter Food Bank thanked the council for a $15,000 emergency allocation and described a rapid distribution that served about 2,350 people (roughly 650 families) during CalFresh delays and the federal shutdown; the food bank also described a new "airman's market" partnership with Beale Air Force Base.
Bear Valley Unified, School Districts, California
The board adopted updated policies while removing an administrative regulation tied to parental opt‑outs for further review, approved a memorandum of understanding to standardize extra‑duty pay, and passed routine consent items including personnel announcements.
Kane County, Illinois
The Public Health Committee approved acceptance of a $10,000 trust donation to improve the animal control facility (covered exercise area, native plants, benches and a draining water fountain). The motion passed by roll call and will go to the finance committee for final action.
Yuba City, Sutter County, California
Council recognized Homelessness Awareness Month and received an annual consortium update reporting a 14% drop in the region’s point‑in‑time count and coordinated‑entry caseload metrics; staff and partners pointed to ongoing projects including Merriment Village and Richland Village as expected to expand exits to permanent housing.
2025 Legislature LA, Louisiana
Louisiana’s Clean Hydrogen Task Force unanimously endorsed a revised final report on Nov. 20, 2025, directing staff to submit a revised draft by Nov. 26 that incorporates public and technical comments; the report stresses Louisiana’s industrial advantages and recommends a coordinating committee, hubs, and workforce investment.
Bear Valley Unified, School Districts, California
The board approved submitting a Proposition 2 matching grant application to build two classrooms and a simulation lab to support CNA/EMT pathways, citing local employer support and an advisory team including the hospital, fire and ski patrol; staff noted the application requires a local match.
Kane County, Illinois
Kim Peterson, director for community health, told the Kane County Public Health Committee the county's Behavioral Health 360 website and ARPA-funded programs served hundreds in the first year and will expand training and referral services; neuropsychological evaluations filled a major gap, though the ARPA funding was one-time.
Bridgeport School District, School Districts, Connecticut
Committee members were warned the district’s reliance on one‑time funds (city/state transportation support, Alliance dollars, ISF) masks a structural deficit projected to roll into future years; members asked for contract documents and agreed on a stepped advocacy plan for legislators.
Bear Valley Unified, School Districts, California
Crafton Hills College representatives told the Bear Valley Unified board that expanding dual enrollment can increase access and equity for local students, described three delivery models, and discussed teacher-stipend plans and feasibility for an on‑mountain center. Trustees requested localized outcome data and approved follow-up information requests.
Milton, Fulton County, Georgia
City staff and the Milton Equestrian Committee discussed possible code changes and procedural incentives for 3-acre-plus parcels (accessory structures, additional driveway access, CUVA/TDR tools and a proposed 'rural designer' position). Public commenters said unelected advisory input and some 'by-right' incentives risk unintended consequences and urged more outreach.
Bridgeport School District, School Districts, Connecticut
Finance staff presented multi-year data that, according to the meeting materials, show Bridgeport receives less average special-education funding per pupil than several peer cities and spends materially more on special-education tuition and services; board members discussed gaps in ECS/Alliance allocations and potential corrective advocacy.
Columbia County, Florida
A member of the public told the TDC its marketing and event selection overlook Black community programming and nearby facilities, urging greater inclusion and reconsideration of funding priorities.
Weber County, Utah
Western Weber Planning Commission recommended preliminary approval of a 93‑lot subdivision covering about 32.6 acres (file LVB092625) after presentations from the applicant and staff; commissioners required that engineering comments and required agency letters be addressed before final approval. The motion passed unanimously by voice vote.
Milton, Fulton County, Georgia
A homeowner in the Tullamore subdivision asked whether an 8-foot opaque stockade fence is appropriate to contain three large Shire horses. The committee suggested alternatives — notably electrifying a 4-board equestrian fence — and a public commenter urged the Board of Zoning Appeals to deny an 8-foot opaque variance that conflicts with Milton's code.
Columbia County, Florida
Marketing staff and a Paradise representative presented a website redesign with a more visual brand, a new event calendar, ADA accessibility tools and October social metrics that showed increases in reach and engagement; staff encouraged stakeholders to submit events for inclusion.
Bridgeport School District, School Districts, Connecticut
The Bridgeport School District finance committee said a new state technical‑assistance team will help write a transparent, written budget process and timeline that includes principals and directors and equips the board to explain budget decisions to the community.
Weber County, Utah
The Western Weber Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend preliminary approval for Taylor Landing Phase 6, a 25-lot subdivision at approximately 1800 South; staff attached engineering and agency-review conditions including 5-foot sidewalks and utility confirmations. Final approval remains contingent on addressing listed conditions.
Milton, Fulton County, Georgia
Parks staff updated the Milton Equestrian Committee on trail repairs, habitat restoration along Little River and a grant application that would require a $200,000 local match to add a restroom, bridge repairs and parking improvements for equestrian access.
Judge Stephanie Boyd 187th District, District Court Judges, Judicial, Texas
A district court session heard pleas, motions to revoke community supervision, bond requests and scheduling matters for multiple defendants; several pleas were accepted with deferred adjudication or probation conditions and the court set follow-up dates for evaluations and contested hearings.
Columbia County, Florida
Staff reported wetlands surveying and early engineering work for a 500‑acre regional sports park, but said build‑out timing depends on funding sources (public‑private partnership, county funds or legislative appropriation) and phase‑1 engineering must finish before a firm timeline is set.
Gilbert, Maricopa County, Arizona
The commission approved minutes for the Oct. 15, 2025 meeting, moved to appoint Vice chair Updike as chair and Casey Kendall as vice chair beginning at the next meeting, and heard a council report about the upcoming Gilbert Days parade.
Barnstable County, Massachusetts
The Assembly voted to endorse pending Massachusetts single-payer legislation and passed a technical amendment naming joint committee chairs and state staff as recipients. Delegate O'Malley said the county could save about $2.5 million annually under the proposal.
Titus County, Texas
Commissioners held a workshop on a proposed I-30 weigh station and truck-parking facility; DPS officials described operations and technology, residents and staff raised questions about revenue flow and ticket processing, and local volunteers and officials requested records and recommended starting a State Infrastructure Bank application to get concrete numbers.
Columbia County, Florida
The Columbia County Tourism Development Council approved a $3,500 reimbursable award for a returning event after staff recommended reducing the $5,500 request; the award is contingent on submission of receipts and backup documentation.
Barnstable County, Massachusetts
County Administrator Michael Dutton outlined a streamlined FY27 budget process, said departmental requests are due Dec. 5 and a presentation to commissioners is expected in January, and warned health-insurance premiums could rise as much as 25%; he also described a proposed $170,000 supplemental request to renovate Registry of Deeds swing space.
Gilbert, Maricopa County, Arizona
The Gilbert Redevelopment Commission recommended approval of DR25‑107, a four‑story, ~34,000 sq. ft. mixed‑use building in the Heritage Village Center, adding staff‑recommended language to allow alternate designs to meet a 26‑foot fire access requirement; commissioners asked about easement width and rooftop bar noise before voting 5‑0.
2025 Legislature LA, Louisiana
A scheduled session of the 2025 Legislature LA was canceled after the presiding member said there was not a quorum; a motion to adjourn was made and no vote was recorded in the transcript.
Cook County, Minnesota
Staff reported investment totals for several county housing projects, updated the board on submitted grants (Bjorkberg), noted the need to return a $100,000 I triple r commitment if unused, and previewed joint meetings and a legislative agenda for 2026.
Barnstable County, Massachusetts
After a public hearing that included concerns about the Cape Cod Bridges project and waivers, the Barnstable County Assembly of Delegates voted to approve Proposed Ordinance 2025-13, the Regional Policy Plan amendment, rejecting a motion to postpone consideration until Dec. 3.
Titus County, Texas
Titus County election administrator Michelle Wharton read county-level returns on 17 statewide constitutional amendments and the Commissioners Court voted to accept (canvass) the results; court members recorded that Proposition 4 failed in the county while the others carried locally.
2025 Legislature LA, Louisiana
The commission approved a resolution to convert 2022 floating-rate gas-and-fuels tax notes into variable-rate demand bonds (VRDBs) with TD Bank as part of a hedged structure; staff scheduled pricing for Dec. 9 and closing for Dec. 10.
St. Louis City, St. Louis County, Missouri
The St. Louis City Public Safety Committee voted to advance Prop S funding recommendations and voice-amended a $9,124 residual award to the Archway Missouri chapter of Links Incorporated; the Office of Violence Prevention had recommended roughly eight grantees from 60+ applicants for nearly $900,000.
Fishers City, Hamilton County, Indiana
The Fishers Board of Zoning Appeals on Nov. 19 approved a variance to allow a secondary dwelling unit in an accessory structure at 10714 Cynthia Road; approval requires recording documents with Hamilton County and prohibits renting the ADU.
2025 Legislature LA, Louisiana
Lane Sisson, consultant to the Louisiana Public Service Commission, told lawmakers the LPSC’s integrated planning, the minimum‑capacity obligation and expedited MISO/FERC interconnection tracks form the framework by which utilities can authorize generation and protect ratepayers as hyperscale data centers seek service.
Cook County, Minnesota
After lengthy debate the Cook County HRA agreed to pursue more active predevelopment on the Birch Grove property (formerly Temperance Trails), exploring land-trust models, modular/prefab housing and partnerships while aiming for a 2027 construction season if groundwork and funding align.
Fishers City, Hamilton County, Indiana
The Fishers Board of Zoning Appeals on Nov. 19 approved a variance for 10234 Windward Pass, allowing impervious surface to increase to 50% (down from the requested 54%) for a garage addition and pool; the vote was 4–1.
2025 Legislature LA, Louisiana
The State Bond Commission approved issuance of up to $1,044,500,000 in lease revenue bonds to construct a 190,000-square-foot state office building in Harvey; the bonds count against the constitutional debt limit and construction will be overseen by the Office of Facility Planning and Control.
Cook County, Minnesota
The Cook County HRA voted to contribute $7,250 toward a $14,500 WIPFLI market analysis to update demand data for senior living, after commissioners debated the value of outside studies versus local outreach.
Graham County, Arizona
Supervisors set a public hearing on an ordinance amending the Graham County zoning code to allow accessory dwelling units (ADUs) in response to a cited 2025 state law; staff said the draft largely follows the law but retains a 1,500-square-foot limit locally rather than the 1,000-square-foot figure mentioned as the state standard in the transcript and cited sewer capacity concerns.
Gilbert, Maricopa County, Arizona
The Gilbert Redevelopment Commission unanimously approved a two‑unit attached dwelling at the northeast corner of Vaughn Avenue and Elm Street, citing design changes including added brick and windows to reduce stucco massing; staff will finalize administrative site plan details before construction.
Graham County, Arizona
Supervisors set REZ944-25 for public hearing. Applicant Stephanie Howard requests rezoning to RMH (residential manufactured home) for parcels APN 102-04-035F and 102-04-016; board members raised sewer access concerns and noted the site description as 'south of Grama Canal Road' near the river.
Ellington School District, School Districts, Connecticut
The board approved the 2026–27 budget calendar (amended times), adopted second‑read revisions to policy 4400 (FMLA), approved a middle‑school Washington, D.C., trip (June 2–5, 2026), tabled the five‑year capital plan, postponed superintendent goals to December, and accepted the retirement of John Chaves effective Jan. 30, 2026.
Herriman Planning Commission, Herriman , Salt Lake County, Utah
Commissioners unanimously recommended the city council approve an amendment to the Panorama master development agreement to clean up boundaries after an acre-for-acre land swap with Jordan School District, adopt an updated grading plan that reduces earthwork, and add guidance for double-frontage lots and retaining walls.
Ellington School District, School Districts, Connecticut
After a caucus, the board unanimously elected Carrie Scioscia as chair, Miriam Underwood as vice chair and Jen Mullen as secretary. The chair stated Superintendent Scott Nichols is on FMLA leave and that a pending investigation is underway; the board emphasized following state rules and board policy.
Graham County, Arizona
The Graham County Board of Supervisors set a public hearing for REZ943-25, a request by Bloomfield Companies to rezone APN 102-43-034 (1736 South Monteith Lane) from general use toward Commercial General; staff said the site formerly housed a Frito-Lay operation and the rezoning responds to size and compliance issues.
Ellington School District, School Districts, Connecticut
During public comment at the November meeting, teacher Crystal Banville urged the board to add one or two full‑time school social workers in the 2026–27 budget, citing a district ratio of roughly 1 social worker for three elementary schools (~1:1,300) and national/state recommendations.
Malden City, Middlesex County, Massachusetts
At a Nov. 19 public forum, Malden officials outlined a proposed Proposition 2½ tax override (roughly $5.4 million) to close an operating gap and avoid cuts; residents raised concerns about renter impacts, service reductions and whether a larger or tiered ballot question should be offered.
Clayton County State Court 304, Texas Courts, Judicial, Texas
A crowded bench calendar at Clayton County State Court resolved numerous traffic cases on Aug. 22, 2024: the court acquitted a driver in a failure-to-yield trial, found two other motorists not guilty of some charges, accepted multiple pleas with reduced fines or suspensions, and ordered payment or administrative processing for others.
2025 Legislature LA, Louisiana
Alliance for Affordable Energy told the Senate task force residents near the Meta site already face outages, water discoloration and safety issues and urged transparency about parental guarantees, cost caps and operational ramp-downs to reduce risk to residential ratepayers.
Herriman Planning Commission, Herriman , Salt Lake County, Utah
Herriman planning commissioners approved an amendment to the Game Haven conditional use permit to reflect constructed elevations and a change from retail to an event center, adding a requirement for aesthetic treatments where windows were removed and a parking-management plan.
Ellington School District, School Districts, Connecticut
At the November Ellington School District Board of Education meeting, the board recognized Ellington High School AP Capstone students who earned capstone diplomas and published research, and Center Elementary presented Myra, a finalist for Connecticut Kid Governor.
Newman-Crows Landing Unified, School Districts, California
The Newman‑Crows Landing Unified School District board voted at a Nov. 19 special meeting to approve submitting an application to the Career Technical Education (CTE) Facilities Program seeking up to $3,000,000 in state funds to match district bond funds for a proposed 5,400‑square‑foot metal‑fabrication and powder‑coating building.
Township of Washington, Warren County, New Jersey
The Township of Washington Planning Board on Nov. 19, 2025 approved minutes from its Oct. 15 meeting after minor corrections, opened and closed a public-comment period for non-agenda items, and voted to enter a closed session from which it did not return to public session.
Orland Park, Cook County, Illinois
Mayor Jim Dodge honored the village's special recreation flag football team for winning the Illinois state championship (semifinal 37–30; final 37–33) and presented a proclamation recognizing Experts Breakfast Cafe at 9218 West 159th Street as November's Business of the Month, naming owners Dr. MJ and Hani Seguier and managing partner Caitlin Whalen.
Burns Harbor, Porter County, Indiana
Staff said Rainbow Park has a new owner and reported 21 lots (later the owner said 18 occupied). The board agreed lots remain chargeable unless the owner provides documentation (e.g., condemnation) proving units are uninhabitable; staff will verify occupancy and billing records.
Pecos, Reeves County, Texas
The Town of Pecos City council met Nov. 20 but lacked a quorum; the meeting was adjourned at 5:30 p.m. and all agenda items were moved to the Dec. 11 meeting.
Sunbury City, Delaware County, Ohio
Council honored Richard Doherty after his induction into the Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame and heard Delaware Public Health District updates on string‑light recycling and a new diaper‑bank drop‑off at municipal buildings.
Orland Park, Cook County, Illinois
After hiring Marsh McLennan Agency to review village policies, the Orland Park Village Board voted to increase employee and property/casualty protection while lowering workers' compensation costs, with the mayor saying the changes could save taxpayers up to about $400,000.
Burns Harbor, Porter County, Indiana
Staff explained using Indiana Administrative Code design flow (35 gal/seat/day) and 40 seats to estimate 42,000 gal/month, which converts to 6 ERUs under the town definition (7,000 gal/ERU). The board asked staff to try to pull 12 months of Indiana American Water usage data to allow future reviews.
California Public Employees Retirement System, Agencies under Office of the Governor, Executive, California
A CalPERS instructional video walks members through the myCalPERS online service retirement application, detailing estimates, beneficiary and payment options, required documents, timing limits, and post-submission notices to help applicants avoid common errors.
Sunbury City, Delaware County, Ohio
Deputy Chief Wade told council Sunbury police secured three rifle‑rated ballistic shields (about $5,000 each, roughly $700 discount) to increase officer protection, reported training updates, and said a conditional offer was extended to part‑time officer Brian Newsome to convert to full time; the city is at an impasse with the FOP bargaining unit and will move to fact‑finding.
Burns Harbor, Porter County, Indiana
Operations staff told the board a power surge during utility work on Oct. 29 caused Lift Station 2 to lose power and the generator did not start; staff installed a replacement unit, reprogrammed the alarm dialer and said cleanup limited overflow to mostly fluid that did not reach the river.
On Oct. 30 Norwalk partners celebrated the opening of the Weingart Rose, a conversion of the former Motel 6 on Rosecrans into 54 furnished studio units with on-site mental-health care, recovery and employment supports under California's Project Homekey.
Beach Park CCSD 3, School Boards, Illinois
At a Waukegan presentation, Leslie Tenorio of ASES reviewed immigrant rights when approached by police or ICE — including not consenting to entry, photographing warrants, limits on local police assistance, the impact of recent DACA litigation, and a 24/7 hotline for detained people.
Sunbury City, Delaware County, Ohio
Council held a first reading of an ordinance authorizing up to $3.5 million in bonds to finance improvements at JR Smith Park, including parking, restrooms, playgrounds, courts, bike trails and a splash pad; project design is 100% and bidding is scheduled.
2025 Legislature LA, Louisiana
At its Nov. 20 meeting the State Bond Commission approved a wide slate of bond and loan requests for parishes, towns and state projects — from sewer and fire-station financing to a $200 million Tulane sale-leaseback — and cleared a refinancing resolution for gas-and-fuels tax bonds.
Orland Park, Cook County, Illinois
The Orland Park Village Board approved several annexations — including 10600 West 167th Street for potential commercial use — and an agreement to supply the South Cook County Mosquito Abatement District with water at a nonresidential rate in exchange for dedicating right of way needed to widen 143rd Street.
Berwyn South SD 100, School Boards, Illinois
The board approved resolutions to refund and issue bonds for district projects and adopted the district's final 2025 tax levy following roll‑call votes; finance staff said refinancing will save roughly $500,000 on the bond portion of the levy.
CHSD 128, School Boards, Illinois
A Vernon Hills High School senior urged restoring parts of the district's old engineering curriculum or giving teachers more flexibility, arguing PLTW is too narrow and cost the district about $30,000; a separate public commenter called for Board President Jim Batson to resign, citing multiple leadership concerns.
Sunbury City, Delaware County, Ohio
The Sunbury City Council voted unanimously Nov. 19 to approve a 75% tax‑increment financing (TIF) arrangement for Golden Eagle Storage to fund nearby roadway realignment and related public infrastructure; council approved the ordinance under emergency procedures.
2025 Legislature LA, Louisiana
LED, the Public Service Commission’s consultant and Entergy told a Senate task force that Louisiana’s low industrial power costs, pipeline access and joint PSC-LED coordination—plus contractual protections in the Meta deal—create a predictable path for new hyperscale data centers, while officials warned more projects will require additional regulatory guardrails.
Orland Park, Cook County, Illinois
Orland Park approved a memorandum of understanding with CTF Illinois to provide snow and ice removal at its Orland Parkway facility to support temporary DMV services after the DMV lost its lease at Orland Township, ensuring winter access for residents.
Berwyn South SD 100, School Boards, Illinois
District staff presented the Illinois School Report Card showing district proficiency and subgroup data, explained recalibrated state cut scores, and outlined SMART goals and weekly PLC structures to drive literacy and math improvements through 2026.
CHSD 128, School Boards, Illinois
Director of data Charlotte Eames reported Libertyville High School and Vernon Hills High School again earned 'Exemplary' summative designations (top 10% statewide) and reviewed component metrics including graduation rate, proficiency, chronic absenteeism, ninth-grade on-track, EL progress and climate survey participation.
Transportation Commission, Governor's Boards and Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Colorado
CTIO counsel Carla Marti provided required annual training on statutory powers, conflicts of interest, CORA and the Open Meetings Law, emphasizing that emails and internal communications can be public records and that executive sessions have narrow, specific purposes.
2025 Legislature LA, Louisiana
Louisiana Economic Development described a new high‑impact jobs incentive that prioritizes wage levels and underserved rural areas; committee heard details about eligibility, wage thresholds and reporting and voted to approve the program rules.
Orland Park, Cook County, Illinois
The Orland Park Village Board approved an ordinance amending village code to expand administrative hearing officers' authority; the mayor said a new state law allows hearing officers to issue non‑monetary orders in addition to fines (transcript noted 'up to 50,000').
Berwyn South SD 100, School Boards, Illinois
Piper School celebrated its centennial and showcased instructional work that lifted its English‑learner subgroup and overall proficiency, including a writing initiative and classroom interventions tied to district improvement goals.
CHSD 128, School Boards, Illinois
Trustees approved the consent agenda and several voted action items: personnel approvals, a campus-safety memorandum of agreement, an $11,000 Allegion security assessment, course proposals for 2026–27, and application for a FY26 $50,000 matching school maintenance grant; all motions passed by roll call.
Transportation Commission, Governor's Boards and Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Colorado
Staff outlined the E‑470 back‑office wind‑down, describing planned cutoffs for license‑plate and transponder processing, hearing order timelines, and Department of Revenue holds; staff said Amendment 8 will be presented in December and executed in January with parallel testing planned.
2025 Legislature LA, Louisiana
OGB staff requested increased spending authority to allow CVS Caremark to pay claims through Dec. 31 amid rising drug costs and utilization; OGB said this is a technical spending‑authority change and that active employee PBM services will transition to Livinity in 2026 while Caremark would continue handling retirees.
Northampton County, Pennsylvania
At a budget amendment committee hearing, members approved transfers totaling $461,375 and $350,000 to the Lehigh Valley Planning Commission after debate and unanimously advanced a package of arts and tourism grant allocations to the full council for consideration.
Orland Park, Cook County, Illinois
The Orland Park Village Board voted to rezone the proposed Bridlewood residential development to R3 after hearing resident concerns; staff recommended design changes including moving a walking path, lowering nearby speed limits, and adding screening to preserve mature trees.
Utah Recreational Trails Advisory Council, Boards and Commissions, Organizations, Utah Executive Branch, Utah
Division staff outlined recommended CWMU permit changes including a 28,814-acre reduction at Salt Wells, adding private buck and bull elk tags at specific CWMUs, and clarifying reciprocal/donated-hunt reasons; RAC approved the recommendations by roll call.
Transportation Commission, Governor's Boards and Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Colorado
Public commenters from SWEAP, NADA, NRDC and Earthjustice urged CTIO to align spending with multimodal goals, prioritize transit and safety projects, and consider alternatives to highway widening—Earthjustice asked CDOT to study a no‑widening alternative for I‑270 and to include that analysis in the draft EIS.
2025 Legislature LA, Louisiana
The committee approved budget adjustments affecting the Jetson Center for Youth and the Concordia Parish detention project. The Office of Juvenile Justice said it will house 36 youths temporarily in the 'winter unit' while building a new 72‑bed Jetson facility; demolition of obsolete buildings will follow completion of the new project.
Utah Recreational Trails Advisory Council, Boards and Commissions, Organizations, Utah Executive Branch, Utah
The RAC endorsed a Division recommendation implementing R657-42 amendments to provide natural-disaster relief options for affected hunters and units; staff said applications will be on the Division website and unit-wide relief decisions rest with the division director and leadership to ensure consistency.
Dolton, Cook County, Illinois
An unidentified speaker urged increased enforcement at a laundromat under new ownership, saying people loitering inside and outside are deterring customers and calling for arrests; the transcript records no formal action.
California Public Employees Retirement System, Agencies under Office of the Governor, Executive, California
CalPERS' Sustainable Investments team reported $59.7 billion in climate‑identified investments, declining portfolio emission intensity, growth in emerging and diverse manager commitments, and progress on labor-principle integration. The Responsible Contractor Policy recorded 100% manager certification and $746 million in certified contractor spending for the year, and staff outlined a labor-focused market study RFP.
2025 Legislature LA, Louisiana
The Department of Health asked the Joint Legislative Committee on the Budget to move favorable on 12‑month extensions to six Medicaid managed‑care contracts while adding stronger oversight: a 3% quality withhold, new performance measures and more frequent reviews. Nonemergency medical transportation and network adequacy prompted extensive questioning and a commitment to a multi‑stakeholder working group.
CHSD 128, School Boards, Illinois
The CHSD 128 board adopted the district's 2025 tax levy at $103,157,298, a package the district says leaves a $300,000 cushion and is estimated to result in a 2.9% average increase for existing homeowners; trustees emphasized fiscal scrutiny going forward.
California Public Employees Retirement System, Agencies under Office of the Governor, Executive, California
Dozens of retirees, union members and climate advocates urged the CalPERS investment committee to exclude fossil fuel companies from the Climate Action Fund and to fully divest, arguing moral and financial risk; staff and directors responded that engagement and fiduciary analysis are being used and that the committee's vote on TPA does not itself change divestment policy.
Livingston City, Park County, Montana
Kelly Miller, program manager for Livingston City's mobile crisis response team, told commissioners the co‑responder program will expand staffing, integrate telehealth and an EMR, rely on 988 for referrals, and aims for roughly 30‑minute responses within city limits; state grant funds paid for a vehicle and training support.
Baltimore City, Baltimore County, Maryland
The Legislative Investigations Committee heard nominee Tim Keane's plan to align Baltimore's Capital Improvement Program with a clear city design, received a unanimous recommendation from the Planning Commission chair, and voted 4–0 (one absent) to forward his confirmation to second reader.
Lake Havasu City, Mohave County, Arizona
The Planning and Zoning Commission on Nov. 19 voted unanimously to recommend approval of two minor general-plan map amendments and two companion rezones affecting parcels at 2400 Wood Lane and 1955 Palmer Drive; each recommendation (IDs 25-5001 through 25-5004) will go to City Council on Dec. 9, 2025.
Utah Recreational Trails Advisory Council, Boards and Commissions, Organizations, Utah Executive Branch, Utah
A Utah State team reported completion of two years of field sampling across 240 sites to estimate food‑supply and waterfowl caloric demand; about 1,140 of 1,400 samples have been processed and early biomass results identify ostracods, daphnia and copepods as key prey items.
Lake Havasu City, Mohave County, Arizona
Allie Blum, senior executive assistant for Lake Havasu City, described her background, duties in the mayor and city manager's office, her role advising the Havasu Youth Advisory Council and upcoming events including a Dec. 12 community dinner and a River Cities United Way VITA presentation.
Transportation Commission, Governor's Boards and Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Colorado
The Transportation Commission approved a two‑item consent agenda and adopted Resolution 482 (draft FY 2026–27 budget) and Resolution 483 (time‑of‑day toll rates for express corridors). Board and staff said further updates to forecasts and communications will follow; vote counts were described as unanimous but not enumerated in the transcript.
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Public‑health leaders told legislators that the Department of Public Health depends on federal grants (CDC, ASPR, ELC) for nearly all preparedness activities, that some lab programs and BioWatch funding are paused or expiring, and that COVID-era funding will taper off by mid‑2026 unless replaced.
Utah Recreational Trails Advisory Council, Boards and Commissions, Organizations, Utah Executive Branch, Utah
The Southeastern RAC unanimously accepted the Book Cliffs bison management plan after presenters said committee participants reached consensus and discussed habitat projects, potential effects on elk and deer, and tribal coordination.
Cheltenham SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Committee members asked staff to present the district’s Facilities Condition Assessment and capital-plan snapshot to the board and discussed AR language about video and audio recordings on school vehicles; staff confirmed student‑depicting footage is an education record under FERPA.
Sugar Land, Fort Bend County, Texas
The Sugar Land 4B Board approved a three-year sponsorship framework to provide $250,000 annually (up to two renewals) to the Sugar Land Town Square Property Owners Association to fund event programming; the board added language requiring the POA to match 4B spending.
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The Massachusetts House on a brief procedural session suspended rules to consider Senate petitions and local bills, adopted extensions and amendments for several bills (including amendments offered by Rep. Walsh), and voted to adjourn until Monday at 11:00 a.m.
Cheltenham SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
District staff presented a proposal to reduce the high-school minimum credit requirement (example proposal cited: from 28 to 21), make health a full credit, add a 0.5-credit financial literacy course, and expand dual-enrollment and pathway options; board members asked for more analysis on world language equity, scheduling impacts and supports for students who are over‑age and under‑credited.
Utah Recreational Trails Advisory Council, Boards and Commissions, Organizations, Utah Executive Branch, Utah
Scientists reported unusual January–February chlorophyll dips, rising diatom counts and evidence that brine fly larvae accelerate nitrogen turnover; model comparisons suggest the 2022 berm modification changed nutrient and plankton dynamics, and the monitoring team is switching hypersaline nutrient analysis to Chesapeake Biological Labs.
Utah Recreational Trails Advisory Council, Boards and Commissions, Organizations, Utah Executive Branch, Utah
After extended discussion about Henry Mountain bison objectives, tag numbers and season timing, the Southeastern RAC approved the 2025–2027 hunt table and season-date revisions as presented, following failed motions to run cow hunts concurrently and to swap season dates.
Port Washington, Ozaukee County, Wisconsin
Trilogy Consulting presented a transportation facilities impact‑fee study recommending a $4.6 million recovery amount, a roughly $2,877 per single‑family home residential component and 44¢ per square foot for new nonresidential construction; second reading and public hearing scheduled.
Sugar Land, Fort Bend County, Texas
The Sugar Land 4B Board approved a performance agreement with Dinani Private Equity Group to reimburse roughly 20% ($69,000) of a $363,000 reinvestment at 1st Colony Commons for lighting, restriping and cleaning; the agreement requires permits, POA approval and creation/maintenance of at least 10 jobs.
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City officials told lawmakers FEMA's termination of BRIC funding withdrew a $50M award for the Island and River Flood Resiliency Project, leaving a $120M plan without federal construction funding and forcing difficult tradeoffs between shelving the full project or phasing it with a ~$30M first phase.
California Public Employees Retirement System, Agencies under Office of the Governor, Executive, California
After a day of presentations, public comment and debate, the CalPERS Investment Committee approved a shift to a Total Portfolio Approach with a 75% equity / 25% bond reference portfolio and a 400-basis-point active risk limit; staff will implement related policy and reporting changes and hold stakeholder webinars.
Utah Recreational Trails Advisory Council, Boards and Commissions, Organizations, Utah Executive Branch, Utah
Presenters from Audubon/partners described a volunteer‑driven Snowy Plover monitoring pilot using nest surveys, camera traps and tagging; camera coverage rose to 89.8% and cameras increased ability to determine nest fate, while recreational surveys will inform management options to reduce disturbance.
Port Washington, Ozaukee County, Wisconsin
The council approved a resolution to discontinue a portion of Highland Drive to allow site consolidation for the Vantage development, created Ward 9 to reflect recent annexations, and passed several routine items including a liquor license, BID operating plan, wastewater billing reduction and a consolidated 2026 fee schedule.
McHenry County, Illinois
The McHenry County Zoning Board of Appeals heard testimony on petition Z250068 for a small USDA‑inspected on‑farm animal processing facility at Sunbury Orchard. County health staff said the septic and a 3,000‑gallon special‑waste holding tank meet preliminary requirements but several technical items remain; the board continued the hearing to Dec. 18 to allow the public to review evidence and ask more questions.
2025 Legislature MA, Massachusetts
By voice vote the Massachusetts Senate passed H.2879, an act authorizing the continued employment of Stephen A. Hillinger as a firefighter in the town of Lancaster; the bill will be signed by the president and sent to the governor for approval.
Tulare County, California
The Task Force approved the Oct. 15, 2025 minutes; voted to cancel the Dec. 17 meeting; approved a slate of voluntary voting member renewals to recommend to the Board of Supervisors; and affirmed a resignation and opened the vacancy for applications.
Utah Recreational Trails Advisory Council, Boards and Commissions, Organizations, Utah Executive Branch, Utah
At a Southeastern RAC meeting in Green River, state wildlife veterinarian Virginia Stout presented a pilot mandatory-testing program for chronic wasting disease in the Ogden mule deer unit, saying validated tests are from dead animals only and expansion depends on funding and public cooperation.
Norwalk City, Fairfield, Connecticut
Commissioners endorsed a living onboarding packet for new commissioners and discussed multi-year updates to the North Harbor Management Plan, including adding coastal resiliency content, consolidating policies, an executive summary and coordinating with state agencies for approval.
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The MCCC urged passage of S.1364 to require that ratified state employee contracts be funded within 30 days of transmittal unless rejected by the governor or legislature, citing multi-month delays that forced contracts into supplemental budgets and caused disruption.
Tulare County, California
Representatives told the task force a recently posted HUD NOFA reduces renewal funding for Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) in the regional Continuum of Care, lowering local renewals from roughly $2.287M last year to $1.0M this NOFA, and introduces new workforce or service‑hour requirements that may conflict with prior harm‑reduction practices.
Fort Thomas, Campbell County, Kentucky
The Fort Thomas Planning Commission approved a corrected plat for the Pearson Street subdivision (near Tower Park) after staff said a surveyor’s legal descriptions were updated to reflect moving water meters into easements; residents asked for a separate review of Exhibit A (covenants/paint colors).
Lake County, California
A public commenter alleged Director Turner used county time and resources for a private ceremony, improperly targeted small cannabis farmers, and asked the Lake County board to order an independent review of the director's conduct.
2025 Legislature MA, Massachusetts
State emergency-management and public‑health officials told a joint legislative committee that recent and proposed reductions to federal grants — including EMPG and BRIC cancellations — are forcing program cuts, squeezing municipal capacity, and leaving large resilience projects at risk without swift state action.
ALBUQUERQUE PUBLIC SCHOOLS, School Districts, New Mexico
At the Nov. 19 APS board meeting, multiple students praised alternative and small‑campus programs for credit recovery and success; Capt. Meredith DeLong raised concerns about APS's military opt‑out process and ESSA compliance; community members urged easier community access to school facilities.
2025 Legislature MA, Massachusetts
The Senate received committee reports from the Committee on Election Laws recommending bills to validate Millbury town meeting proceedings and to ratify certain representative town meeting acts and official actions; committee on rules also recommended suspending reference for multiple petitions.
ALBUQUERQUE PUBLIC SCHOOLS, School Districts, New Mexico
The APS Board on Nov. 19 accepted the progress monitoring report for Interim Goal 3.1 (bilingual seal). Administrators described a preK–12 bilingual pathway, early‑warning data tools, expanded indigenous language access and recruitment strategies for bilingual/TESOL educators; the board requested follow‑up data.
Port Washington, Ozaukee County, Wisconsin
Dozens of residents urged the Port Washington common council to slow approvals, demand independent data on water and energy use, and consider a referendum after a joint review board approved a TID for the Vantage data‑center project earlier the same day.
Norwalk City, Fairfield, Connecticut
The Harbor Management Commission reported higher transient mooring revenue this year and discussed whether to request city grant funding for FY 2026–27, plus a plan to seek estimates for a floating-dock prototype to expand transient capacity. Commissioners also noted costs to rig and outfit a new harbor vessel.
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The State Police Association told a joint committee that S.1360 would correct an apparent omission in state law by extending protections that allow collective-bargaining agreements to supersede conflicting departmental rules, citing examples such as holiday staffing disputes.
ALBUQUERQUE PUBLIC SCHOOLS, School Districts, New Mexico
The Albuquerque Public Schools finance committee on Nov. 19 recommended that the full board approve a consent agenda that includes multimillion‑dollar purchases for audio‑visual equipment ($8.2M) and managed print services (up to $2.6M), plus grant budget adjustments and transfers.
Lake County, California
A Spring Valley resident told the Lake County board during public comment that more than 1,000 residents rely on a single access road and urged the county to advance planning and engineering for a bridge on Old Long Valley Road to provide a second evacuation route.
Education, Iowa Department of (IDOE), Executive, Iowa
The department reviewed Iowa's early childhood landscape (voluntary preschool, Shared Visions, Head Start, early childhood special education), reported program scale (about 28,000 four-year-olds enrolled statewide) and said language development is a key focus for improvement and professional development.
Tulare County, California
Warren Alford, Caltrans' statewide encampment coordinator, described a two‑level priority system for encampments (Level 1 emergencies, Level 2 non‑emergencies with 48‑hour notices), partnership requirements with outreach providers and CHP, and the agency's shelter lease program that makes some state properties available for $1 per month.
Danville CCSD 118, School Boards, Illinois
The board approved the consent agenda that included hiring Megan Mattingly as Danville High School athletic director (start date Dec. 8). Earlier, Northeast students presented "The Best Part of Me" poems in a student showcase focused on self-esteem and social-emotional learning.
2025 Legislature MA, Massachusetts
The Massachusetts Senate opened its session by observing Transgender Day of Remembrance, honoring transgender and gender nonconforming people killed by violence and urging renewed commitment to safety and dignity across the Commonwealth.
2025 Legislature NY, New York
Industry groups, trial lawyers and academics offered sharply different accounts of why premiums are rising — insurers cited climate, reinsurance and repair inflation; plaintiff lawyers pointed to litigation financing and bad‑faith defenses — producing competing policy prescriptions from mitigation credits and regulatory fixes to disclosure, bad‑faith laws and AG subrogation against fossil fuel companies.
Norwalk City, Fairfield, Connecticut
Commissioners discussed a recent state action they said has limited local standing (referred to in the meeting as Public Act 2584) and agreed to consult the city’s corporation counsel and coordinate with neighboring towns and advocacy groups before the Dec. 11 public hearing on 80 Water Street.
Tulare County, California
Staff reported Tulare and partner counties resubmitted corrected HAP‑6 applications; state feedback is expected in early December. County HHSA identified a roughly $2,000,000 funding gap and is prepared to cover it if HCD awards the application.
Danville CCSD 118, School Boards, Illinois
The board voted 7-0 to approve a two-year contract extension with Jay Casas & Associates to expand services to six schools at approximately $49,500 in year one and $47,000 in year two, paid from Title I funds; trustees said prior-year experience was positive.
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Dozens of service-animal users, disability advocates and legal organizations told a joint legislative committee that H.2066 is needed because current complaint processes are slow and company policies have not stopped frequent refusals by Uber and Lyft drivers; witnesses urged statutory fines and simpler enforcement.
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Affordable‑housing developers and operators told the Senate that per‑unit insurance premiums have doubled in many portfolios, draining reserves and forcing deferred maintenance; they urged a multi‑pronged response: targeted relief funds, state reinsurance/backstop options, mitigation grants, captive support and data collection.
Norwalk City, Fairfield, Connecticut
The Norwalk Harbor Management Commission recommended approval for three coastal-area applications on Nov. 19: a 60-foot seawall repair at 25 Commerce Street, a pre-application for mixed-use redevelopment at 108 Water Street (including a 14-slip marina), and an elevation project at 6 Golden Court to meet floodplain standards. The commission attached standard erosion-controls and FEMA-compliance conditions.
Tulare County, California
CalFresh staff told the Tulare County Task Force the October federal shutdown caused temporary delays to November benefit issuances; partial benefits were released Nov. 7 and remaining amounts by Nov. 10. The Board of Supervisors approved up to $1,000,000 to assist United Way voucher outreach to people still affected.
East Point, Fulton County, Georgia
A city spokesperson said East Point installed granular activated carbon filters in April 2025 and reported non-detectable levels of PFAS in treated water; the city is applying for EPA grant funds while advising residents on exposure reduction.
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Witnesses told the Joint Committee on Labor and Workforce Development that S.2665 would require employers to post a one-page notice when ICE or DHS schedules an I-9 inspection, giving workers time to gather documents and seek counsel; supporters said Massachusetts privacy rules and Illinois’ 2025 law offer precedents.
Education, Iowa Department of (IDOE), Executive, Iowa
The department presented a standardized sample charter contract to streamline negotiations; the board approved one-year extensions for Storm Lake and West Central to align renewal schedules and approved the charter schools legislative report.
Management Council, Joint & Standing, Committees, Legislative, Wyoming
LSO research analyst reviewed how six states handle out-of-state travel reimbursements and recommended considerations; staff also reported courtesy funds' incorporation and recent expenditures, including $64,002 in 2024 out-of-state meetings and year-to-date $84,000.
Kokomo City, Howard County, Indiana
At its Nov. 19 meeting the Kokomo Board of Public Works and Safety approved the purchase of three 2026 Dodge Durango police SUVs, ordered two 2026 automated Freightliner trash trucks, awarded a demolition contract for 206 W. Broadway, accepted multiple 2026 material-vendor bids and approved claims totaling $2,985,695.54.
2025 Legislature MA, Massachusetts
Treasurer Ted Goldberg addressed the final meeting, praised the commission’s work and offered his office as a resource during implementation, citing examples of statewide inclusion efforts and the need for coordinated reporting and training.
2025 Legislature NY, New York
Acting DFS Superintendent told senators that climate‑driven catastrophes, rising repair and reinsurance costs, and litigation trends explain much of New York homeowners' premium increases; she pledged more transparency on discounts and continued rate review while deferring to the legislature for statutory fixes.
Woodland CCSD 50, School Boards, Illinois
External auditor gave an unmodified (clean) audit opinion for FY2025 and reported no findings; board then reviewed assessment results showing math declines and discussed iReady diagnostics, literacy investments and concerns about Chromebook/screen time.
Management Council, Joint & Standing, Committees, Legislative, Wyoming
The council unanimously approved an update to Management Council policy 0602 raising the Public Records Act charge threshold from $1 to $50 and replacing 'man hours' with 'staff time.'
Education, Iowa Department of (IDOE), Executive, Iowa
Department data showed Choice Charter's 2025 assessment participation dropped and chronic absenteeism rose to about 51.4%, well above state averages; Choice Charter leaders acknowledged challenges, described new student supports and said remote proctoring under new rules should improve participation next year.
2025 Legislature MA, Massachusetts
Commissioners approved a recommendation asking DESE to provide guidance and resources for teacher training aimed at fostering intellectually diverse classrooms, while some members urged explicit guardrails to prevent misuse of the language to introduce discriminatory material.
Bradley County, Tennessee
The Bradley County Planning Commission approved a corrective final plat for Myrneck Lane, the Wanda Gibbs estate bridal plat (lots 1–3), a preliminary Falcon Creek subdivision (Lots 1–40) with one abstention for conflict, and a three‑lot subdivision on Harris Creek Trail (Addie's Acres).
Oak Harbor, Island County, Washington
The board approved a 2026 meeting calendar, discussed presenting its findings and recommendations to city council (targeting January for a fuller presentation), and prioritized recruiting a student representative and additional community and business members for the CAB.
Management Council, Joint & Standing, Committees, Legislative, Wyoming
The Management Council debated an LSO draft to document emails not delivered to legislators' inboxes; members adopted textual changes but rejected exempting or publishing the daily list and ultimately voted 5-5 against sponsoring the bill for session.
Education, Iowa Department of (IDOE), Executive, Iowa
Director Snowman highlighted statewide awards (Iowa Teacher of the Year, Blue Ribbon Schools), a multi-year federal CLSD grant, standards revision timelines, and a proposed unified allocation plan to align multiple ESEA programs and expand LEA flexibility.
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The Massachusetts Special Commission on Combating Antisemitism voted to approve its final report — containing 118 findings and 61 recommendations — and to transmit it to the legislative clerks on Nov. 30, with only limited technical edits allowed afterward.
Oak Harbor, Island County, Washington
Dr. Michael Lemie, a dentist whose practice abuts the proposed SODA zone, described repeated problems with people sheltering on his property, vandalism and stolen lights, and urged action to protect staff and patients.
Board of Zoning Appeals Meetings, Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee
After hearing conflicting records and neighbor testimony, the board reversed a revocation for 1107 Ordway Place, allowing the Jacksons to continue operating the property as an owner‑occupied short‑term rental while noting documentary ambiguities.
Education, Iowa Department of (IDOE), Executive, Iowa
The State Board of Education affirmed an administrative law judge's decision denying an Education Savings Account payment after a parent said Odyssey, the ESA administrator, gave incorrect guidance; the board cited statutory timing rules requiring full-time private-school enrollment by Sept. 30.
Minneapolis City, Hennepin County, Minnesota
At the Nov. 19 budget committee hearing, staff summarized key features of the mayor's recommended 2026 budget (just over $2 billion) and noted a proposed property-tax levy increase around 7.8% with the board authorizing up to 8%; the committee received public comment and closed the hearing without formal votes.
Woodland CCSD 50, School Boards, Illinois
After an initial 3-3 tie on the HR report, the board voted to reconsider, approved nine new hires, later confirmed an assistant HR director and, following a closed-session review, approved the remaining HR item with two abstentions.
Board of Zoning Appeals Meetings, Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee
James Bolton told the board he missed a renewal deadline because of medical issues; Metro found multiple stays after the permit expired. The board allowed Bolton to reapply 60 days from Dec. 1 rather than immediately reinstating the permit.
Ball Chatham CUSD 5, School Boards, Illinois
CES staff reported a 15% decrease in discipline data attributed to collaborative summer changes, and Director of Transportation Mark Daley reviewed fleet size, bus ages, staffing and budget composition.
Minneapolis City, Hennepin County, Minnesota
Multiple workers and service organizations told the budget committee that co-enforcement partners (ROC Minnesota and others) are essential for addressing wage theft, sick-and-safe-time violations and workplace injuries and urged the council to restore or expand funding cut in the mayor's proposal.
Oak Harbor, Island County, Washington
Chief Slowick explained the recently passed chronic‑nuisance ordinance added to the municipal code, which creates a civil process for identifying properties with repeated criminal or nuisance activity and lets the city pursue abatement plans, liens or seizure through the courts.
Board of Zoning Appeals Meetings, Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee
The Metro short‑term rental board found enough evidence that both permit holders were not primarily residing at 903 Jackson Street and voted that the zoning administrator did not err in revoking the permit, leaving the revocation in place.
Shelton, Mason County, Washington
The Shelton Metropolitan Park District board adopted a resolution setting the district's 2026 ad valorem property tax levy and approved its 2026 budget in a pair of voice votes after presentations from Interim Finance Director Terry Schnitzer; no public testimony was offered. The board also canceled its Dec. 16 meeting and adjourned at 5:50 p.m.
Ball Chatham CUSD 5, School Boards, Illinois
UIS Chancellor Janet Gooch and Springfield 186 Superintendent Jennifer Gill asked the Ball Chatham CUSD 5 board for permission to annex about 29 acres of UIS-owned land into Springfield 186; the board heard the request and next steps were not recorded in the recap.
Minneapolis City, Hennepin County, Minnesota
At a Nov. 19 public hearing on the mayor's 2026 budget, dozens of speakers asked the Minneapolis City Council to defund a $500,000 contract with Zen City, calling it a surveillance tool with ties to Israeli intelligence and urging that funds be redirected to community safety programs and services.
Woodland CCSD 50, School Boards, Illinois
During public comment, leaders of the Woodland Federation of Teachers and Staff told the board that prior offers did not address recruitment and retention and urged the board to make unconditional commitments to support teachers and staff.
Winter Haven City, Polk County, Florida
The commission was asked to adopt a budget ordinance to recognize a $258,879.07 bequest from Velma Sewell Daniels to the Winter Haven Public Library; staff said the gift comes directly to the library fund (not the foundation) and will be placed in the library's restricted fund balance if not spent this year.
Ball Chatham CUSD 5, School Boards, Illinois
Ball Chatham CUSD 5 approved a new school resource officer in partnership with the Village of Chatham, authorized about $6,000 for transportation cameras, accepted a golf-cart donation for structured-classroom students, and approved sale of the old district office at 201 West Mulberry.
Woodland CCSD 50, School Boards, Illinois
After a public tax-levy hearing, the Woodland CCSD 50 Board of Education adopted the districts 2025 tax levy resolution and related levy motions, citing an estimated EAV increase and a capital-driven deficit; board approved five levy-related motions by roll call.
Winter Haven City, Polk County, Florida
Chain of Lakes Park is scheduled to begin full operations on Dec. 5, 2025; staff presented a fee schedule, tournament bookings, turf-use rules (no metal cleats, no shelled seeds), trail access points, and an estimated first-year revenue of $355,500 based on current bookings.
Ball Chatham CUSD 5, School Boards, Illinois
The Ball Chatham CUSD 5 board set a truth-in-taxation hearing for Dec. 17 after a CFO presentation on levy calculation and adopted two school calendars, including a secondary calendar prepared for uncertainty about a law that previously allowed students off on election day.
Oak Harbor, Island County, Washington
Chief of Police presented a draft stay‑out‑of‑designated‑area (SODA) ordinance that would allow courts to bar individuals convicted of drug offenses from specified downtown blocks; the board discussed map options, service access and potential displacement ahead of the city council’s Dec. 2 consideration.
Winter Haven City, Polk County, Florida
Winter Haven closed on approximately 153 acres known as the Astute property for $1.4 million to protect environmentally sensitive land; Polk County will reimburse the city $600,000 in exchange for a recorded conservation easement the county will hold and enforce.
Bradley County, Tennessee
Bradley County planning staff said they will draft a zoning text amendment to address Bitcoin and data mining operations and propose locating them in I‑1 and I‑2 industrial zones; commissioners raised concerns about energy use, environmental impacts, and local planning authority.
Plainfield SD 202, School Boards, Illinois
The Plainfield SD 202 Board of Education approved its consent agenda, received curriculum and site & finance committee reports (including a $419,688.19 expenditures run and an ~ $250,000 HVAC project), and was told a boundary-realignment plan will be posted Dec. 10 ahead of a board vote Dec. 17.
Lorain County, Ohio
Lorain County’s probate judge told commissioners the court is planning a new case‑management system (vendor discussions underway) that could cost in the ballpark of $1 million and suggested the court’s computerization funds—derived from filing fees and carrying a sizable reserve—could help pay; commissioners emphasized IT coordination to avoid cybersecurity risk and requested further details.
Winter Haven City, Polk County, Florida
An unsolicited public–private partnership proposal from 6 10 LLC would deliver a four-story, 292-space parking garage in downtown Winter Haven for an estimated $10.22 million total; Walker Consultants' review found per-space and soft-cost estimates within regional and national parameters. The city will accept public comment and hold a second meeting on Dec. 8, 2025.
Bradley County, Tennessee
Bradley County Planning Commission approved rezoning of 230 Burris Lane from FAR to R‑2 to permit a duplex, following staff recommendation that duplexes had previously been allowed in FAR before a zoning change.
Utah Wildlife Board, Boards and Commissions, Organizations, Utah Executive Branch, Utah
Staff clarified multiple CWMU (Conservation and Wildlife Management Unit) and landowner permit changes — including a reduction of roughly 28,814 acres at one CWMU and permit adjustments at Blackhawk, Indian Head and Patmos Ridge — and the RAC approved the recommendations unanimously.
West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District, School Districts, New Jersey
The Board approved administration, curriculum and personnel consent items, acknowledged 30 student teachers, recognized athletic achievements, and accepted retirements for Lisa Hubbard and Colette Ferro; the finance committee reported a pending property purchase contingent on state capital approval.
Office of Energy Infrastructure Safety, Other State Agencies, Executive, California
The Office of Energy Infrastructure Safety presented substantive clarifications in the second draft of proposed Chapter 6 of the Wildfire Mitigation Plan guidelines, including new data submission rules, revised page limits, and timing requirements for a clean base WMP. Written comments are due by 5 p.m. Nov. 21.
Winter Haven City, Polk County, Florida
The Winter Haven City Commission reviewed a proposed third amendment to BlueLine Aviation's airport land lease requiring a permit application by Jan. 15, 2026, construction to start within 45 days of permit issuance, completion within 18 months, stepped rent beginning at $2,758.25/month until occupancy, and performance bonds to protect the city.
Ridgecrest, Kern County, California
The council voted 4–0 (one member absent) to award a contract to AMG & Associates Inc. for the Sergeant John Penny Pool Memorial Complex, authorizing use of Measure P funds and restoring alternates for the outdoor area and interior work while leaving the hawk pedestrian signal to be pursued by grant.
West Windsor-Plainsboro Regional School District, School Districts, New Jersey
District staff presented proposed changes to the 2026–27 Program of Studies including new courses (Data Science with Algebraic Applications, Commercial Music Ensemble, Music Production capstone, AP Macroeconomics), AVID credit recognition, a shift in multilingual learner support to a sheltered‑instruction model (SIOP), and timing for family webinars and course selection windows.
Utah Wildlife Board, Boards and Commissions, Organizations, Utah Executive Branch, Utah
The RAC voted unanimously to adopt the Division's recommendation on amendments to R657-42 (natural disaster relief), which clarifies online application procedures, tag-return grace periods, and distinguishes unit-wide director authority from individual relief; staff said unit-wide relief would be applied consistently after review with leadership and biologists.
Tippecanoe County, Indiana
The Area Plan Commission unanimously recommended removal of an existing commitment for 21 acres and approval of an MR rezone to permit a $127 million IU Health hospital, projecting roughly 211 new full‑time jobs by 2030; staff said utilities and site conditions are suitable for a shovel‑ready medical facility.
Lorain County, Ohio
The coroner told commissioners the office runs a small staff, relies on occasional autopsy fees (e.g., for prison system work) and receives a fractional share of a biennial state toxicology appropriation (roughly $45,000 local share); commissioners closed the segment after a brief Q&A.
Utah Wildlife Board, Boards and Commissions, Organizations, Utah Executive Branch, Utah
Book Cliffs biologists presented a bison management plan developed with committee input; committee members reached consensus and the Southeastern RAC voted unanimously to accept the plan, while asking for monitoring to protect elk and deer species and noting habitat projects underway.
Tippecanoe County, Indiana
MPO staff said the agency is building a new traffic model and will use the 2022 National Household Travel Survey for trip‑type inputs (work trips ~29% of total); staff encouraged respondents to complete the 2025 NHTS to improve local data and flagged anomalous long‑distance trip counts for follow‑up.
Lorain County, Ohio
Commissioners and the Lorain County recorder discussed whether special revenue in the recorder’s equipment fund (about $639,000–$640,000) and recording-fee splits could be used to cover quarterly vendor costs and county cybersecurity maintenance after recent breaches; recorder said core operations are lean and half of per-document fees go to Ohio Housing Trust.
Utah Wildlife Board, Boards and Commissions, Organizations, Utah Executive Branch, Utah
After debate and failed procedural motions, Southeastern RAC voted 7–1 to accept the 2025–2027 hunt table and season date revisions. Discussion focused on adding a new cow/hunter-choice hunt, distribution of 19 drought permits, and post-season population objectives for Henry Mountain bison.
Ridgecrest, Kern County, California
Council reported that the Indian Wells Valley Groundwater Authority and Searls Valley Minerals reached a settlement to drop certain lawsuits and collaborate on implementing the groundwater sustainability plan; callers urged the GA to publish the settlement and questioned financial/fee outcomes.
Tippecanoe County, Indiana
The Area Plan Commission recommended approval (10–6) of a rezoning request by Sterling 27 LLC to convert the former Elks Country Club into a 309‑lot R‑1B subdivision; neighbors raised repeated floodplain, traffic and property‑value concerns, while the petitioner said drainage and emergency‑access work is underway and the subdivision would not proceed without required FEMA and drainage approvals.
LAKELAND DISTRICT, School Districts, Idaho
Trustees asked staff and legal counsel to draft an easement agreement after a homeowner proposed swapping a small driveway parcel; board expressed concern about prescriptive rights and potential loss of access and tabled a formal land-swap decision.
Utah Wildlife Board, Boards and Commissions, Organizations, Utah Executive Branch, Utah
Utah Division of Wildlife Resources staff described a pilot program for mandatory chronic wasting disease (CWD) testing in a targeted unit (Ogden unit), saying the goal is to "start small" and expand if successful; validated tests require samples from dead animals and expansion depends on future funding, largely from USDA grants.
Ridgecrest, Kern County, California
Multiple residents urged the Ridgecrest City Council to investigate security flaws and privacy risks in the city’s Flock (license‑plate) camera system, citing a white paper that alleges device and cloud vulnerabilities and long retention of personally identifiable data.
Tippecanoe County, Indiana
The Technical Transportation Committee recommended three amendments to the Transportation Improvement Program: a funding correction for Bridge 64/65, addition of two INDOT projects (SR‑25 bridge work and US‑231 right‑turn lanes), and reallocation of CityBus Section 5307 funds to equipment, bus stops and a planning study; the committee voted to forward all three items to the policy board.
Ithaca City, Tompkins County, New York
Department representatives told the Community Police Board they respond to about "give or take 15" overdoses a month, work with peer counselors and local recovery organizations, and aim to connect people to services within 24–48 hours after an overdose.
Roswell, Chaves County, New Mexico
The committee moved procurement items to finance or consent: a $193,082.60 purchase order for two Toro Groundmaster mowers was approved for placement on the consent agenda, and an annual on-call maintenance ITB (206-005) was recommended to Abrahams Construction and forward to finance for consent consideration.
Mobile County Public Schools, School Districts, Alabama
The Mobile County Public Schools board opened with a prayer, praised superintendent Dr. Brackens for modest report-card gains and reviewed numerous action and consent items, including multi‑thousand‑dollar contracts for instructional software, construction bids and grants; the board pulled a resolution request for attorney review.
Norwalk City, Fairfield, Connecticut
Operations staff reported October transient parking revenue below budget by about 7.1% while year‑to‑date fund balance remained above budget; the authority approved a focused 12‑week PR and outreach campaign starting January 2026 using budgeted funds to correct misinformation and promote parking assets.
Ball Chatham CUSD 5, School Boards, Illinois
Board unanimously approved the consent agenda, personnel consent items, MOUs adding a show-choir assistant and student council assistant, school calendars for 2026–28, health insurance plans for 2026, athletics travel, asset donation, the SRO position, HLS camera authorization and a DO property sale contract.
Roswell, Chaves County, New Mexico
Crews found about 34 additional leaks in a recently filled Southbank water tank; staff drained and marked leaks and will evaluate injection repairs versus full surface treatment. Cost estimates are not finalized and a change-order meeting is expected.
City Council Meetings, Newcastle, King County, Washington
The commission began a structured discussion of nonconforming-use rules and agreed to prioritize residential issues: making it easier for homeowners to rebuild in-place, clarifying when natural-disaster exemptions apply, and reconsidering the 50%/value trigger for required full-code upgrades.
Tippecanoe County, Indiana
A Purdue student raised concerns about signage, pavement markings and connections for bicyclists and pedestrians on Harrison Bridge and the 9th Street underpass; staff said sharrows remain on Harrison Bridge and that pedestrian upgrades at the 9th Street intersection are on the radar, inviting the student to follow up after the meeting.
Cuyahoga Falls City, School Districts, Ohio
The treasurer reported the district ended October with about $6.7 million in cash, the district’s report‑card per‑pupil expenditure is about $13,356, athletics revenue increased after home games, and food‑service reimbursements were delayed by a federal shutdown; the treasurer's consent agenda was approved by roll call.
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The committee favorably recommended the annual reauthorization of administrative rules to prevent automatic May 1 expiration; the bill may be amended during session to strike or replace problematic rules before the effective date.
Roswell, Chaves County, New Mexico
Staff reported about half the city fleet is more than 15 years old and that equipment repair spending is about $2,000,000. A FLEADIO/Palladio dashboard rollout will inform a five-year replacement plan and prioritize immediate vehicle purchases.
LAKELAND DISTRICT, School Districts, Idaho
After public comment and review of a student application, the Lakeland board approved a student-sponsored Club America chapter (Turning Point–affiliated) with a staff sponsor; the student said the club will promote civic engagement and constitutional literacy.
Roswell, Chaves County, New Mexico
Airport staff proposed a prefabricated modular hold room to raise passenger holding capacity (target ~100–120) during diversions; councilors pressed on ADA/FAA compliance, procurement approach and funding, and the committee sent the scope to the city legal department for review.
Cuyahoga Falls City, School Districts, Ohio
CFHS staff proposed adding a 4‑credit College Credit Plus introductory statistics course (adjunct instructor Michelle Wright), an Introduction to Computer Technology CTE pathway course, a focused painting course, and several course-name changes; the board asked curricular and scheduling questions and did not vote on the changes at the presentation.
Tippecanoe County, Indiana
On Nov. 19 the APC recommended approval or conditional approval for multiple minor subdivisions and plan changes including extensions for Bridge Creek Ridge and Buck Creek, the Lafayette‑initiated gas station proximity amendment, Ultavita PDMX in West Lafayette, and industrial and commercial rezonings (unanimous ballots unless noted).
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Lawmakers favorably recommended a bill that would allow circulators to separate petition packets if signers have the 'opportunity to read' the text; the Lieutenant Governor's elections office warned that disassembling packets risks breaking chain-of-custody and clerk acceptance and urged training and safeguards.
Ithaca City, Tompkins County, New York
Department officials told the Ithaca Community Police Board they are expanding training, revising policies with outside experts and maintaining lengthy field training, and outlined plans to post updated policies online and release an annual training report.
Roswell, Chaves County, New Mexico
The Infrastructure Committee approved a plan for a bilingual Children’s Garden on the north side of the library and authorized staff to go to bid when donated and liquid funds are assembled. The library foundation previously donated $46,678 for instruments and signage.
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The committee recommended favorably a bill that would make it unlawful for public employers to refer employees to licensing boards (Bar, DOPL, etc.) as retaliation for protected activity, clarifying burdens of proof and noting questions about mandatory reporting obligations and judicial employees.
City Council Meetings, Newcastle, King County, Washington
Commissioners reviewed about 20 housekeeping code updates on Nov. 19 aimed at clarifying wording, complying with state requirements and removing outdated references; staff flagged a PUD open-space wording change (net of critical areas) that could increase flexibility for future planned-unit developments.
Legislative Sessions, Washington
County engineers from Chelan and Douglas described rising material, equipment and insurance costs, flat gas tax revenue, and tax increment financing impacts; the County Road Administration Board requested supplemental funding for program startup and federal bridge compliance.
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Riverton City officials told the committee they transferred two parcels (including a detention pond) to their redevelopment agency and entered a development agreement; lawmakers pressed on missing online notices, lack of competitive solicitation, appraisal documentation and whether the public received value equivalent to roughly $1.1 million in transferred property.
LAKELAND DISTRICT, School Districts, Idaho
Facilities director described faulty concrete work and a withheld payment; trustees debated hiring a construction manager/general contractor for $20 million in modernization projects but tabled the request pending further review.
Legislative Sessions, Washington
Staff briefed the committee on a study of emissions from ocean‑going vessels at berth, emphasizing federal preemption issues, California waiver precedents, and potential litigation risks for non‑identical state standards; a draft final report will be presented at the next JTC meeting.
Cuyahoga Falls City, School Districts, Ohio
The board accepted offers to sell Thomas Court and the Schnee Learning Center and added an amendment requiring the city accept the adjacent tennis‑court parcel at no cost; the vote authorized acceptance of the amended proposals but staff said a formal contract step remains.
City Council Meetings, Newcastle, King County, Washington
The Newcastle Planning Commission reviewed proposed updates to the critical-areas ordinance on Nov. 19 that mostly preserve current wetland buffer widths while clarifying when smaller buffers apply, adding a 10-foot building setback from buffers, and tightening mitigation and reporting requirements; staff said a GIS dashboard will show property-level impacts in January.
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The legislature's Rules Review Committee heard that the Utah Supreme Court is reviewing attorney licensing fees and the uses of those funds; the committee opened a joint-resolution bill file to offer guidance and asked courts and the Utah State Bar for transparent fee-setting processes ahead of 2026 relicensing.
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Tim Glenn, director of the Museum of Utah, told the committee the new state museum (opening June 2026) will include a 'From Time Immemorial' indigenous gallery with tribal panels and a theater featuring short videos from each of Utah’s eight federally recognized tribes; he described government-to-government consultation and a plan not to remove items from tribal partners.
Tippecanoe County, Indiana
Quarterly reports showed NEPA approval on Oct. 8 for the North 9th Street bridge environmental document, progress on Morehouse phases, stage‑3 submissions for Bridal 64/65, and schedule updates for several county and Lafayette/West Lafayette projects; staff will continue to monitor procurements and outstanding invoices.
LAKELAND DISTRICT, School Districts, Idaho
Trustees approved step increases for classified administrators and exempt employees retroactive to the start of the year after the district reported roughly $834,000 in unexpected revenue tied to higher support-unit counts, and approved limited budget adjustments for insurance and curriculum/PD.
Cuyahoga Falls City, School Districts, Ohio
Board reviewed 2024–25 data showing open-enrolled students made up 12% of enrollment (412 students) last year and 8% (279) this year, reported lower test outcomes and higher habitual absenteeism among open-enrolled students, and discussed policy changes including requiring transportation plans and possible limits tied to attendance and staffing savings.
Legislative Sessions, Washington
JTC staff and consultants outlined a study to identify alternative funding mechanisms for sidewalk construction and maintenance, including a potential sidewalk utility/fee, and will deliver a draft by Dec. 15 and a final report by mid‑June.
Logansport City, Cass County, Indiana
Board heard updates on the new driving range and clubhouse, approved out-of-state travel for staff, and engaged in a prolonged debate over a short-term promotion allowing 2026 season tickets to be sold at 2025 rates; proponents cited winter cash flow benefits, critics called it 'not good business.'
Baldwin Park City, Los Angeles County, California
The Baldwin Park City Council held a brief special meeting on Wednesday, Nov. 19. After roll call (one member absent) the council received no public communication and announced it would recess into closed session; no votes or motions were recorded on the public transcript.
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Matilda Willie, the new tribal liaison for the Administrative Office of the Courts, told the committee she is building a tribal liaison committee to improve government-to-government communication, support ICWA compliance, and coordinate court–tribal consultation; she said the liaison reports to Ron Gordon and the committee is in early stages.
Logansport City, Cass County, Indiana
Parks staff reported estimated attendance figures for recent events (Howl at the Moon ~1,800 based on opt-in cell-data), progress on Spencer Park lighting and storage-farm replacement, donor signage plans for the new clubhouse, and logistics for Christmas in the Park and other seasonal events.
Legislative Sessions, Washington
WSDOT and a JTC‑commissioned WSU review laid out scenario modeling for moving wheat and other freight if Lower Snake River barge service ceased, identifying rail terminal options, county road tonnage shifts, and model limitations to be addressed before cost estimates and final recommendations.
Logansport City, Cass County, Indiana
The board authorized staff to apply for the MLS GO grant (NRPA/MLS partnership) to start or expand community soccer programming; the grant pool is roughly $100,000 across multiple communities and requires implementation within six months if awarded.
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The committee unanimously recommended draft amendments to the Utah Navajo Trust Fund to move board meeting frequency to quarterly, exempt certain investment records from GRAMA, and permit category-level reporting; the treasurer said the changes align protections with other long-term state funds but a public commenter asked about community input.
Logansport City, Cass County, Indiana
The Logansport Parks and Recreation Board approved Resolution 2025-13 to create a part-time sports manager role aimed at expanding sports, adult fitness and wellness programming; board members asked staff to clarify hours and benefits language in the job description.
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The committee favorably recommended the American Indian and Alaska Native Education Amendments after staff and Utah State Board of Education witnesses outlined the bill’s history, goals to codify a state plan, and evidence of improved teacher retention in pilot districts.
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The Urban Indian Center told the Native American Legislative Liaison Committee it now provides primary care and behavioral health services and serves multiple tribes across several counties; leaders said federal funding through IHS is limited and the center seeks sustainable revenue and Medicaid/Medicare billing to support growth.
Decatur County, Indiana
The board voted to deposit commercial vehicle excise tax into the county general fund, reappointed two hospital board members and approved an appointment to fill a vacancy. Commissioners also reviewed the RDC’s 2026 spending plan and opened bids for property reassessment services, deferring vendor selection.
Decatur County, Indiana
The commission approved a $223,163.23 equipment purchase and a $23,084.31 yearly support and maintenance agreement to upgrade the county’s 9‑1‑1 system; the equipment contract requires a 50% down payment at signing, officials said.
Decatur County, Indiana
A consultant presented a housing needs analysis to Decatur County commissioners, highlighting population shifts, about 4,500 inbound commuters and that roughly 83% of housing stock is single‑family. The study recommends medium‑density options (duplexes, townhomes, 55+ neighborhoods) and addressing infrastructure in small towns.
Sioux Falls School District 49-5, School Districts, South Dakota
More than 100 students from four Jobs for America's Graduates (JAG) programs in Sioux Falls attended the third annual JAG Leadership Forum to hear roughly 20 community and civic panelists, gain career skills and practice networking, organizers and students said.
Cuyahoga Falls City, School Districts, Ohio
The board presented an honorary diploma to John Carroll, named Mike Horrigan the Friend of Education, honored Debbie Baker as the Staff Shining Star and recognized Top Tiger students from across the district; the Cuyahoga Falls Schools Foundation noted it awards over $150,000 yearly in scholarships and grants.