What happened on Saturday, 22 November 2025
Municipal Court of Providence, Providence County, Rhode Island
In a televised "Top 5" docket, the Municipal Court of Providence dismissed or reduced multiple traffic and parking citations after defendants cited medical emergencies, veteran service, and caregiving responsibilities; the judge also used donated funds to pay one defendant's fines.
Fort Mill Township, Lancaster County, South Carolina
On second reading the council approved an ordinance to update the town’s business‑license class schedule to comply with South Carolina Act 176 (Business License Standardization Act of 2020); Chris Pettit said the change aligns Fort Mill’s licensing with statewide requirements and included no local modifications since the last presentation.
Rock Springs City Council, Rock Springs, Sweetwater County, Wyoming
Matt Ferguson led a community training explaining a step-by-step crisis response plan designed for non-clinicians: ask directly about suicidal thoughts, listen without judgment, use self-management and social supports, and delay access to lethal means; he cited 988 and PROSPER resources.
Tennessee State University, Public Universities, School Districts, Tennessee
Provost Melton and Dr. Anderson told trustees Tennessee State University is ahead of schedule on its SACSCOC fifth‑year interim report (17 standards cited as compliant; about five need follow-up). Trustees also heard data showing marked improvement in freshman progression and graduation planning: 638 December candidates and an estimated 1,686 for Spring 2026.
Town of North Brookfield, Worcester County, Massachusetts
At its Nov. 19 meeting the Board of Health accepted a recycling/drop-off equipment grant award, reviewed transfer-station staffing and hazardous‑waste day turnout, and agreed to coordinate with regional health officials on permitting questions raised by cottage-food and commercial operations.
Lowell City, Middlesex County, Massachusetts
The Lowell Elections Commission began a hand recount of District 3 ballots, explained protest procedures and voter-intent rules, set observer limits and agreed to use a 'graph' tally method while reserving absentee adjudication for later in the evening.
Greene County, Indiana
The commission approved its 2026 annual spending plan, authorized the president to finalize a small farm lease, paid three administrative claims (totaling about $7,835), and heard an economic-development update on Westgate projects and housing needs tied to incoming employers.
Fort Mill Township, Lancaster County, South Carolina
Council approved on second reading a rezoning that converts roughly 15.9 acres (York County parcel IDs read into record) from industrial and R‑10 residential to MXU mixed‑use to allow adaptive reuse of an historic mill building into about 225 apartments and 25,000 sq ft of retail, with public parking and employee housing subsidies.
Melbourne Beach, Brevard County, Florida
After a presentation by recruitment firm MGT, the Melbourne Beach Commission voted to invite five finalists for in-person town manager interviews and set a Dec. 19 interview day. The commission agreed to a sequestered process with standardized questions provided to commissioners the morning of the interviews.
Town of North Brookfield, Worcester County, Massachusetts
At a Nov. 19 Board of Health meeting, Karen Farrington of the North Brookfield Community Food Collaborative urged the board to use a variance or cold-storage license so refrigerated donations can resume for about 160 families; the board said it will work with the collaborative and regional Department of Public Health to draft a proposal.
Fort Mill Township, Lancaster County, South Carolina
Fort Mill Economic Partners told the Town Council it has drawn about 1,500 website users in the past 28 days, donated more than $3,000 from its Strawberry Sprint fundraiser to Fort Mill Care Center, awarded a $15,000 utility infrastructure grant to Speckled Pear Market and is seeking funding partners for a microtransit pilot next year.
Newport Beach City, Orange County, California
An ad hoc committee reviewed a single proposal from developer Burnham Ward to redevelop Lower Castaways and staff alternatives that would be city-built (options A and B). Committee members and residents debated commercialization, parking, seawall costs and historic access and instructed staff to return with refined pad-based concepts in mid-January.
Greene County, Indiana
After public comment from the Bloomfield School District and the Bloomfield Eastern Greene County Public Library urging protection of school and library levies, the Greene County Redevelopment Commission voted to expand Allocation Area No. 5 and designate Prometheus Energetics as the named taxpayer under Resolution 2025-TAX-05.
St. Mary's County, Maryland
The Planning Commission reviewed the Housing Framework and Analysis element, debating notification tactics for projects, sidewalk and walkability audits, mixed-use design guidelines, and potential incentives to encourage 'missing middle' and enhanced-design housing types. Commissioners asked for cross-references with health and aging sections.
Calaveras County, California
Volunteer and contractor groups described how initial-entry fuel breaks lessen fire intensity in Calaveras County, but presenters warned that lack of timely maintenance can erase benefits and estimated ongoing upkeep could cost roughly $1.5 million annually at build-out.
Health, Human Services and Elderly Affairs, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
The state Commission on Aging presented its annual report and an executive summary of a community transportation needs assessment, said New Hampshire's 65+ population now outnumbers children in the state, and recommended priorities under the AgeWell NH plan including transportation, caregiver respite and workforce development.
St. Mary's County, Maryland
During the work session, emergency-services and sheriff's office staff told the Planning Commission they track response times and that national benchmarks for fire/EMS response are around eight minutes; commissioners discussed volunteer recruitment, recent county volunteer incentives and the need for water-supply tanks and technology investments to support countywide public-safety coverage.
Lawrence County, Pennsylvania
Tim Germani told the Lawrence County Board of Elections that all ballots (including provisionals and military ballots) were counted and that turnout exceeded expectations; he and board members warned voters that mail-in ballots must be physically received by 8 p.m. on election night and urged earlier mailing or in-person delivery.
Fiscal Committee, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
Revenue Administration told the Fiscal Committee about remaining interest-and-dividends (I&D) tax refunds of about $21 million for the quarter and that carryforwards have largely been cleared; senators discussed implications for the rainy-day fund and budget estimates.
Calaveras County, California
CAL FIRE Tuolumne‑Calaveras public information officer Emily Kilgore gave practical guidance at the Firewise Calaveras Festival: Zone 0 (0–5 ft) will be clarified by the Board of Forestry this year, PRC 4291 requires up to 100 ft defensible space, and homeowners should prioritize vents, roof, decking and driveway access improvements.
Health, Human Services and Elderly Affairs, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
The Alzheimer's subcommittee reported it will develop a needs-assessment survey to inform a state plan on Alzheimer's, recommended embedding brain-health materials into prevention and aging outreach, and called for adding cognitive measures to the BRFSS to better track long-term impact.
St. Mary's County, Maryland
At a Nov. 21 work session, St. Mary's County planners and commissioners reviewed the draft Public Health & Community Services element of Comprehensive Plan 2050, discussing aging demographics, behavioral health responsibilities, recruitment barriers for clinicians, and edits to remove prescriptive language such as 'guarantee' in favor of collaborative, implementable actions.
Fiscal Committee, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
The Judicial Council asked the Fiscal Committee to approve additional budget authority tied to a law change moving payment responsibility; the council’s director described recruitment challenges for public defenders and private conflict attorneys and said collections offices handling recoveries were abolished last year.
Lawrence County, Pennsylvania
Following complaints from the League of Women Voters and local residents, the Lawrence County Board of Elections voted to forward two matters — a postcard marked "l w v" and undisclosed handouts distributed in New Wilmington borough — to the Lawrence County District Attorney for investigation. Public commenters said the materials likely influenced voters.
Calaveras County, California
Calaveras County’s inaugural Firewise Calaveras Festival drew residents, local officials, CAL FIRE and vendors to share home-hardening guidance, fuel-break results and evacuation planning. Speakers highlighted legal requirements (PRC 4291), maintenance costs for fuel breaks, and new federal proposals for faster forest thinning.
Health, Human Services and Elderly Affairs, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
A report on involuntary emergency admissions showed an average of 126 transports per month, with about 61.5% by law enforcement and restraints applied before transport in roughly half of cases; presenters said most restraints occur during sheriff transports and cited increases in transports linked to more beds coming online.
Wisconsin Arts Board, State Agencies, Executive, Wisconsin
An advisory panel for the Wisconsin Arts Board reviewed 11 Creation & Presentation grant applications, praising several programs while flagging that none of the applicants completed the new accessibility self‑assessment required for state‑funded organizations. Panel recommendations will go to the full board for a December vote.
Fiscal Committee, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
The Office of the Consumer Advocate told lawmakers that a Michigan consulting firm was selected for detailed operating-cost review in upcoming utility rate cases after the office narrowed its RFP scope; the office said few or no in-state firms offer that technical capacity.
Lawrence County, Pennsylvania
The three-member Lawrence County Board of Elections voted Nov. 21 to certify the county'wide results of the Nov. general election while explicitly excluding the Hickory Township supervisor contest; the omission follows a solicitor recommendation and a judge'issued stay of certification. (Certification vote: unanimous.)
Energy Facility Site Evaluation Council, Governor's Office - Boards & Commissions, Executive, Washington
Advocacy groups (Friends of the Columbia Gorge, Columbia Riverkeeper) argued the hearings were premature because the filing is labeled a draft, asserted missing city appointees to the council are required, and challenged the hearing notice and short written‑comment window.
Wilson County, Tennessee
Several ADU and accessory-structure requests prompted extended discussion about septic capacity, stormwater and whether the county should set size or lot-size limits. The board approved one ADU setback but denied another ADU size increase, and required stormwater checks for an approved ADU.
Health, Human Services and Elderly Affairs, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
HHS chief financial officer Nathan White told the committee that HHS faces an upward vacancy trend, roughly 400 unfunded positions and a current projected general fund lapse just shy of $20 million; federal funds make up ~50% of HHS operating dollars and general funds about 31%.
Fiscal Committee, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
Health and Human Services told the Fiscal Committee it cobbled together a capital stack and lifted a funding restriction to cover a late-added federally required element; officials said proceeds from a planned property sale are speculative and not counted on to meet the facility occupancy date.
San Diego City, San Diego County, California
San Diego held a ceremony for National Adoption Month announcing 39 finalized adoptions. Parents and family members spoke about paperwork completion, a child spending 631 days in foster care, and the emotional significance of the adoptions.
Energy Facility Site Evaluation Council, Governor's Office - Boards & Commissions, Executive, Washington
Public commenters at the FSEC hearing urged a full environmental impact statement or a no‑action alternative, raised EMF and recreation concerns, asked for thorough tribal consultation, and flagged potential conflicts with the Skamania County shoreline master program.
Health, Human Services and Elderly Affairs, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
Ian Watt, director of New Hampshire's Division of Public Health, told the committee the CDC updated MMR/varicella recommendations (the combined MMRV not recommended as first dose for children under 4) and that the state continues universal purchase programs and access through providers and pharmacies.
Wilson County, Tennessee
The Wilson County Board of Zoning Appeals approved several variances, denied others, and extended one seasonal use; this roundup lists case outcomes, motions and conditions so residents can see how the board ruled on routine and contested land‑use requests.
Fiscal Committee, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
The Department of Administrative Services told the Fiscal Committee that testing uncovered design errors on a neighborhood construction project; an insurance settlement for engineers will fund remediation, test piles will begin, and the agency projects completion in 2027.
Governor's Cabinet: Rep. DeSantis, Executive , Florida
Richard Wiggins, co‑owner of Bayside Craft Kitchen, told the governor the visible cleanup after storms hides long, multiyear economic and emotional recovery for employees and families; he urged attention to the people's side of disaster relief.
Energy Facility Site Evaluation Council, Governor's Office - Boards & Commissions, Executive, Washington
At a public informational hearing, the Energy Facility Site Evaluation Council (FSEC) heard an applicant overview of the Cascade Renewable Transmission Project: a roughly 100‑mile HVDC route from The Dalles to Portland with about 80 miles buried under the Columbia River, a projected 3½‑year build and 1,100 MW capacity, with in‑water work limited to winter months.
Health, Human Services and Elderly Affairs, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
DHHS submitted its BRAIN Health Transformation grant on Nov. 4 ahead of the Nov. 5 deadline; Commissioner Lori Weaver told the oversight committee the application reflects almost all community input and that CMS will review and negotiate budgets, with approvals expected by Dec. 31.
LaSalle County, Illinois
Committee members were told an ARPA-funded online Tourism Ambassador Certification built with Learn Tourism will launch in January and be free to users; Ryan reported October digital metrics including 12,847 Facebook accounts reached and 403 visitor-guide boxes distributed.
Governor's Cabinet: Rep. DeSantis, Executive , Florida
Harvest Singularity's CEO said the company will build two 325,000 sq ft controlled‑environment hydroponic greenhouses at Newberry's F300 AgTech Park (about $66M each, $132M total in Newberry) and plans $660M in statewide investment over 5–7 years, with workforce and education partnerships.
Wilson County, Tennessee
Nearby resident Reagan Fuquay Saar told the Wilson County Board of Zoning Appeals that asphalt millings at a storage lot on Highway 109 are leaching contaminants to a drainage that flows to Old Hickory Lake; the board denied the applicant’s request to waive paving requirements for the site, siding with staff.
Caldwell County Schools, School Districts, North Carolina
The Caldwell County Board of Education voted unanimously to appoint Dr. Thomas Howell as the district's next superintendent and held a brief closed session to discuss confidential personnel matters; the swearing‑in followed and Howell pledged stability during the transition.
Bradley County, Tennessee
Chief Johnstone briefed commissioners on the 287(g) jail enforcement model: a memorandum of agreement exists, implementation requires selecting 5-6 deputies for roughly four weeks of training, authority would be limited to inside the jail, and training is currently on hold because of the federal government shutdown.
Lacey, Thurston County, Washington
Lacey Parks staff reported high demand at the Regional Athletic Complex (RAC), tournament-driven visitation and associated local economic impact. The board heard preliminary plans to convert a grass field to turf, add spectator seating, improve fencing and Wi‑Fi, and discussed staging improvements under the PFD extension.
Governor's Cabinet: Rep. DeSantis, Executive , Florida
Governor DeSantis announced $23.5 million in state grants — $16.4M to Citrus County, $5.6M to Newberry and $1.5M to Levy County — from the Job Growth Grant Fund and CDBG disaster recovery to repair storm‑damaged water and roadway systems and support economic resilience.
Narberth, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania
Chair and members reviewed a boards-and-commissions status chart, urged active recruitment (especially for the Industrial Development Authority), and discussed creating regular reporting expectations for commissions; staff noted the IDA has limited active membership and lost institutional access to its bank account records.
Peachtree City, Fayette County, Georgia
An unidentified community presenter urged Peachtree City residents to strengthen a local "network of care," cited higher-than-average suicide figures and personal intervention experience, and encouraged people to ask directly about suicidal thoughts and to call 988 for help.
Bradley County, Tennessee
County medical line has spent $199,481.39 in four months on off-site care, pharmaceuticals and imaging; speakers cited recent high-cost hospitalizations and medication expenses as drivers of budget pressure and said negotiated pricing with Erlanger may reduce future bills.
Narberth, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania
Planning commissioners and staff completed a working draft of a recodified zoning ordinance and transmitted it for staff and commission review; a December 4 meeting will examine how the draft performs against real applications and flag policy amendments for council consideration.
Lacey, Thurston County, Washington
Museum officials presented a capital campaign and timeline for a 20,000-square-foot expansion to boost exhibit space, add a STEAM makerspace for older children, expand preschool offerings and increase parking. The campaign lists $20.5 million of expected PFD funds as central to reaching the project goal of $30.6 million.
Fort Mill Township, Lancaster County, South Carolina
Fort Mill Economic Partners unveiled a new downtown mural by local artist Debbie Witsett, whom organizers credited with a multi-year project that emphasizes the town’s agricultural roots. The event included artist remarks, community praise, a timed reveal and post-ceremony refreshments and a museum ornament unveiling.
Porterville, Tulare County, California
Tribal representatives reported an updated appraisal on the OHV park and described a reduced‑scale hotel (about 193 rooms) and a proposed 5,000‑seat amphitheater; they urged the city, county and tribe to coordinate rights‑of‑way and MOUs to advance the project as construction costs rise.
Bradley County, Tennessee
A Double D Plumbing contractor showed photos and pipe samples of a pinhole leak in a roughly 21-year-old hot-water line that is about three-quarters filled with hardened sediment; commissioners were advised to budget for phased repairs and consider adding access points or PEX replacement for future maintenance.
Narberth, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania
The Finance & Administration Committee unanimously approved scheduled bills and certificates for payment, authorized several capital expenditures (sewer camera, HVAC for the Girl Scout room at 80 Windsor, and a Public Works dump-truck upfit authorization), affirmed the $20,500 homestead/farmstead exclusion for 2026, appointed a parking controller and accepted a resignation.
LaSalle County, Illinois
The LaSalle County Tourism Committee voted Nov. 21 to approve a one-year marketing contract with Shaw Media and authorized $26,750 in bills to Heritage Corridor for website and social media; the committee also reviewed visitor-guide metrics and will send the contract to the full county board for final approval.
Dolton, Cook County, Illinois
An unidentified speaker in the transcript said they used a Chicago Heights economic development program and an attorney named Agee to rehabilitate vacant houses, described long waits with one alternative program, and urged returning vacant properties to the tax roll to reduce village costs.
Porterville, Tulare County, California
Staff presented an active-transportation plan connecting the Eagle Mountain Casino/Resort area, sports complex and Porterville with proposed 3‑mile multiuse path estimated at roughly $8.1 million (construction $6.6M; design/CM $1.4M) and discussed ATP/TCAG funding and environmental timelines.
Bradley County, Tennessee
Bradley County sheriff reported the jail passed its October 2025 accreditation audit and that the state raised Tier 1 per-inmate funding from $3 to $6; monthly Tier 1 payments and accreditation maintenance were discussed as potential recurring revenue to cover programs and services.
City of Sunny Isles Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida
The City of Sunny Isles Beach presented winners of its 2026 desktop calendar photo contest and announced five winners of a Florida City Week writing contest for sixth–eighth graders; Myra Aleman and other commissioners praised the entries and invited winners for photos and recognition.
Lacey, Thurston County, Washington
The Capital Area Regional Public Facilities District approved its 2024 annual financial report. Staff reported roughly $2.74 million in revenues (primarily state sales-tax distributions) and distributions per the interlocal agreement; the board voted to accept the report unanimously.
Dolton, Cook County, Illinois
Dolton trustees discussed a resident-led program that would let applicants place a $10,000 escrow while the village pursues judicial deeds and tax abatements; speakers raised concerns about rehab costs, contractor vetting, and whether a rental moratorium or crime-free ordinance should be part of the final plan.
Porterville, Tulare County, California
The joint city–tribal board approved payment of construction invoices 30–35 totaling $894,266.22 and a basin invoice for $2,962.71 while withholding retention invoices and consultant costs pending reconciliation; the board scheduled follow-ups for Dec. 5 and Dec. 19.
Lacey, Thurston County, Washington
At its annual meeting the Capital Area Regional Public Facilities District received a legal and policy orientation on PFD law, discussed recent state extensions to the sales-tax credit, and asked staff to review whether membership in the statewide PFD association conflicts with the CAR PFD charter’s ban on lobbying.
Lycoming County, Pennsylvania
Election staff in Lycoming County conducted state-required random drawings to break tie votes in dozens of local contests, declaring winners for municipal, township and school board seats and explaining acceptance deadlines and procedures.
City of Sunny Isles Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida
Commissioners asked staff to compile per‑gallon rates and a side‑by‑side comparison of water fees charged by North Miami Beach to member cities after constituents reported higher bills; staff said published rates appear equal across cities and that state statute constrains fees.
Dolton, Cook County, Illinois
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Durango School District No. 9-R, School Districts , Colorado
Pam Petrie, the district's designated election official, certified that Greg Peterson, Andrea Carpenter and Erica Brown were elected to Durango School District No. 9-R based on the official abstract of votes from the Nov. 4, 2025, election certified by the county clerk.
City of Sunny Isles Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida
City staff said survey results and outreach on e‑scooters and e‑bikes are complete and a committee will present a draft code and full recommendation in January; daily enforcement by police continues in the meantime.
Hoffman Estates Public Works held its 2025 open house and 'pumpkin smash,' offering pumpkin disposal by grapple truck, snowplow rides, equipment displays and hands-on demonstrations aimed at familiarizing residents with municipal operations and safety.
Temecula, Riverside County, California
City of Temecula and Pechanga tribal leaders marked the 2025 Pechanga Poweska Mountain Day with remarks recalling the 2012 settlement that returned the mountain to tribal stewardship, a proclamation reaffirming Nov. 15 as a local holiday, and an introduction to two documentary films about the mountain and its history.
Wilson County, Tennessee
The commission voted to recommend an amendment to the planned-unit development overlay that lowers the PUD minimum acreage from 100 to 30, sets a density formula and requires 30% permanently preserved open space; the resolution will go to the county commission for final action.
Buncombe County, North Carolina
Staff presented a sustainable procurement toolkit aligned with a May board resolution, including product specs, compostable certification guidance and event tips; staff also reported the county’s landfill compost processing pilot is built and will produce first compost mid‑December under an NCTQ food‑waste reduction grant.
City of Sunny Isles Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida
City staff reported 105 homes and 15 vacant lots completed on the Golden Shores grounding/undergrounding project, 46 properties still need permits and AT&T’s fiber upgrades are being handled as a separate project anticipated in 2026.
PRINCE WILLIAM CO PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
Superintendent Latanya McDade presented the Vision 2025 closeout on Nov. 18, reporting declines in chronic absenteeism (23.1% to 16.4%), a 10-point drop in English-learner dropout rate, a 94.8% graduation rate, expanded CTE credentials and $492 million in reported scholarships over the four-year plan.
Santa Cruz County, California
After a lengthy public hearing that split local stakeholders, the Board of Supervisors directed staff to revise the draft energy‑storage combining‑district ordinance, begin environmental review (likely a supplemental EIR), and return with updated ordinance language within months that incorporates board recommendations on safety, water/soil monitoring, buffers, labor standards and cost‑recovery mechanisms.
Wilson County, Tennessee
The commission recommended rezoning a 31.57-acre parcel near the Speedway from agricultural to planned commercial, approved a separate neighborhood commercial downzone, and signed off on several site plans and plats; most items will go to the county commission or proceed to final plat as required.
Buncombe County, North Carolina
The board voted to enter a closed session to consult attorneys on legal standards for evaluating prospective board members, citing authority under North Carolina law; the meeting will reconvene afterward and no formal action is planned while in closed session.
Santa Cruz County, California
The board voted 3–2 to exempt non‑cannabis ancillary goods from the county cannabis business tax and to set a 1% county CBT on gross receipts for on‑site consumption sales. Supporters said the change helps hospitality models; critics warned it undercuts county revenue and public‑safety cost recovery.
City of Sunny Isles Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida
Commissioners received an update that Miami‑Dade County is expected to consider a resolution that would let Sunny Isles Beach pursue a 20 mph speed limit on internal streets; staff said designs from a traffic consultant include a two‑way bike lane and other calming measures and will be presented to the commission in January.
PRINCE WILLIAM CO PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
Administrators presented four calendar options and survey results from more than 12,000 respondents; staff also provided an informational review of teacher contract lengths and regional comparisons, noting PWCS teachers currently work a seven-hour day while most Virginia divisions use 7.5 hours.
Lorain County, Ohio
At a Nov. 21 budget work session, Lorain County commissioners and sheriff�s staff discussed using special-revenue funds, a drop in inmate pharmacy costs, a pause on 15 correction-officer hires and legislation affecting commissary funds as officials work to close an $11 million gap in the county�s 2026 spending plan.
Buncombe County, North Carolina
Staff described CPACE as a property‑attached commercial financing tool; after questions about scope and likely initial uptake, the committee moved to recommend a resolution of intent and a CPACE participation resolution to the full board and recorded a voice 'aye' vote.
Santa Cruz County, California
County staff presented ordinances to adopt the 2025 California Building Standards (including fire code) with local amendments; the board held a public hearing, asked clarifying questions about the role of local amendments and CEQA, and voted unanimously to schedule second reading and proceed.
Hillsborough County, Florida
Members voted to create an Innovation Zone subcommittee to study pilot programs (not necessarily geographic) including expanding civil citations; motion was moved by a board member and seconded, and the chair recorded the motion as approved (exact tally not specified).
City of Orange City, Volusia County, Florida
A Nov. 21 special meeting to consider terminating City Clerk Kaylee Burleson ended with a failed motion after dozens of residents and former staff urged the council to preserve the clerk’s job; the vote was 5-2 against termination.
PRINCE WILLIAM CO PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
Multiple public commenters urged the Prince William County School Board to pause proposals to extend the certified teacher workday from seven to 7.5 hours without compensation or bargaining input, citing childcare, second jobs, athletics conflicts and teacher morale.
Buncombe County, North Carolina
Community health members urged caution about relying solely on the CDC website after reported problematic content; board members said they would direct the public to state and professional resources while the county manages pertussis and varicella outbreaks.
Santa Cruz County, California
The board certified the ballot tabulation for a proposed mosquito vector and disease control assessment after staff announced a 61.13% weighted 'yes' result; the board adopted the engineer's report and ordered the levy by unanimous vote.
Northampton County, Pennsylvania
Officials at the Northampton County registrar's office used a public drawing of numbered balls to determine winners for dozens of municipal judges, inspectors and local offices when ballots produced ties or multiple-winner slots on the Nov. 4, 2025 ballot; winners were announced for each ward and office.
Hillsborough County, Florida
Subcommittee reported Circuit 13 had 94–95% school enrollment for youth under supervision (186 total; 11 not enrolled). Members discussed new truancy law changes and potential operational burdens for schools and courts.
PRINCE WILLIAM CO PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
The School Board certified its closed session and approved several closed-session action items on Nov. 18, 2025, including personnel appointments, releases and two religious-exemption requests for cases RE25-18 and RE25-19; each measure passed in recorded votes.
Buncombe County, North Carolina
A county‑funded study presented to the committee found that converting Mountain Mobility’s small paratransit/cutaway fleet entirely to zero‑emission vehicles would require nearly a 300% fleet increase and roughly $64 million in added capital, and that existing leased Riverside facilities lack power and maintenance space for such a transition.
Lorain County, Ohio
At its Nov. 21 meeting the Lorain County Board of Commissioners approved a space‑optimization contract, a transit plan amendment and interim GO Bus MOU, a multi‑year workforce MOU, multiple Lorain County Honor Fund grants to veterans posts, and a resolution to retain outside counsel for a 9‑1‑1/dispatch conflict; most votes were recorded as unanimous ayes.
Santa Cruz County, California
Visit Santa Cruz County presented FY24–25 tourism metrics, a $3.6 million operating budget, a planned ~750 sq. ft. visitor center expected to soft-open before 2026 with sensory and quiet rooms, and a $60,000 county sponsorship for the Bay Area Host Committee’s World Cup activities.
Hillsborough County, Florida
The board reviewed October pre-arrest delinquency citation data (32 battery charges among the month's cases), discussed outreach and awareness strategies for youth and parents, and noted education initiatives tied to truancy and threat assessment.
Education, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
A New Hampshire commission heard from the Children's Scholarship Fund and Department of Education staff about how EFA differentiates students with disabling conditions, the uneven documentation between MCDs and IEPs, variable transportation/contracted-service costs, and fiscal effects of proposed catastrophic-aid cap changes.
Buncombe County, North Carolina
County staff said the state provided $200,000 designated after Hurricane Helene for essential services supporting families involved in child or adult protective services; $150,000 of that will go directly to rent, utilities, transportation and food.
Hillsborough County, Florida
Officials reported progress on live-scan fingerprint installation and distribution of DJJ pocket cards to law enforcement, discussed JAC security funding, and outlined plans to draft procedures to expand pre-arrest civil citation use based on Polk/Pinellas models.
Lorain County, Ohio
Commissioners approved a multi‑partner workforce development memorandum of understanding that coordinates training and services across county and regional partners; staff described recent hiring events and said Lorain County ranks highly for placing people in jobs.
Narberth, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania
Two residents told council that construction-related parking on Stephanie Place has blocked driveways and posed safety risks; staff explained petition thresholds for a 2-hour restriction and outlined the process for requesting a handicap parking space.
Montgomery County, Maryland
At a 90-day follow-up, Montgomery County Public Schools told the council it has cleared the DHHS paper backlog, rescreened more than half of school-based staff and published new background-screening regulations; the Inspector General kept all recommendations 'open — in progress' pending finalized procedures and implementation.
Buncombe County, North Carolina
County staff identified 55 multi‑parcel slides after recent storms, said 25 meet FEMA screening for A&E (architectural/engineering) work, and described a pilot model where North Carolina Emergency Management will advance 75% of A&E costs while the county procures vendors for grouped RFQs.
Hillsborough County, Florida
Circuit 13 Advisory Board presented the Julianne M. Holt Public Service Award to Chrissy Dorian and the Community Champion Award to Amanda Thomas, recognizing long service and work supporting justice-involved youth.
Lorain County, Ohio
Commissioners extended the transportation development plan timeline, said transit staff will launch a public survey and integrate VIA microtransit with fixed routes, and approved an interim MOU to add GO Bus stops at the Lorain County Transportation and Community Center; officials said operations will be funded by federal and state dollars, not county general fund.
Buncombe County, North Carolina
County staff told the Health & Human Services Board that USDA-funded programs including SNAP and WIC are funded through Sept. 30, 2026, and described a county-led food drive that collected 14,500 pounds of food—about 11,830 meals—to bridge disruptions from a recent federal shutdown.
Narberth, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania
Council adopted a Traffic Calming and Safety Policy to guide staff, the public health and safety committee and council on handling speed, cut-through and pedestrian safety requests; measures are categorized by cost and a myGov portal intake starts the process.
Tennessee State University, Public Universities, School Districts, Tennessee
Ingram Group’s Leah Dupree Love briefed trustees on a December sunset hearing (board review) and upcoming confirmations; Dr. Quincy Quick summarized a volatile federal research funding environment, noting continuing resolution coverage into January 2026 and an additional $360 million in federal funds tied partly to HBCU capacity funding.
City of Sunny Isles Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida
The LPA unanimously recommended an ordinance establishing definitions and a reasonable-accommodation review process for certified recovery residences so the city meets a state deadline of Jan. 1, 2026; commissioners stressed the vote was to comply with state law, not an endorsement of locating such homes in single-family areas.
Lorain County, Ohio
Commissioners said Nov. 21 they are preparing sewage capacity and other infrastructure for possible future development in New Russia Township but cannot yet identify developers or tenants; they described the West Side sewer project as regional capacity building and said the loan is structured to be forgivable if the project advances.
Keene, Johnson County, Texas
The commission directed staff to draft an amendment to Ordinance 2023-665 (Sunset Ridge PD) to clarify allowable masonry products and set a public hearing for Dec. 8 at 6 p.m.; staff cited a 2018 state change and the International Building Code in the discussion.
Narberth, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania
Council authorized advertisement of the 2026 draft budget, which includes a proposed EIT increase and a $500,000 capital transfer; council also approved purchases for a sewer camera crawler ($32,725.52), HVAC for the Scout Room ($12,200), and authorized an upfit for a Public Works dump truck ($73,364).
Tennessee State University, Public Universities, School Districts, Tennessee
During the full board session trustees voted to approve a revised bank reconciliation policy and a revised fiscal year 2026 budget following the finance committee’s recommendation; roll‑call votes were recorded as affirmative and motions carried.
City of Sunny Isles Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida
The Local Planning Agency voted 4–0 to recommend transmitting a comprehensive-plan text amendment to the City Commission after the Florida Department of Commerce found one proposed density change conflicted with Senate Bill 180; staff said the package otherwise remains intact and the LPA kept the maximum density at 13 dwelling units per acre.
Keene, Johnson County, Texas
The commission approved the final plat for Phase 2 of The Canyons development at 303 Wayland Street, noting the developer split previously approved phases, removed an outdated water line easement, and left lot sizes and utility easements unchanged.
Fort Mill Township, Lancaster County, South Carolina
Council approved a first reading to extend a temporary moratorium on accepting or processing rezoning/annexation applications for new residential developments while the town finalizes its comprehensive plan, downtown master plan and parks plan; the extension runs through March or earlier if council cancels it.
Tennessee State University, Public Universities, School Districts, Tennessee
Enrollment management presented a multi‑pronged strategy: Slate CRM implementation, purchased lead lists (ACT names), upcoming Common App launch, a governor-backed direct‑admit initiative, and redesigned merit scholarships to reduce the institution's discount rate to ~38–42% while targeting quality and yield.
Narberth, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania
Council voted 6-1 to advertise Ordinance 10-67 to raise Narberth�s earned income tax from 0.75% to 1.0%; a final vote is scheduled for a special meeting Dec. 1. Council members debated whether to use EIT or a property tax (millage) increase to fund capital projects.
Keene, Johnson County, Texas
The Keene Planning and Zoning Commission voted to recommend Carter Schwartz (as alternate) and Stephanie Flannery to the City Council to fill two vacancies on the commission; the council may consider the recommendation on Dec. 4 or the commission will revisit it Dec. 8.
McCall, Valley County, Idaho
Staff presented draft zoning-code amendments that remove area-of-impact references after Valley County’s move, propose reducing the Planning & Zoning Commission from seven to five city-resident members, and recommend prohibiting private boat ramps and limiting self-storage/warehousing; council directed staff to prepare ordinances and public hearings.
McCall, Valley County, Idaho
City staff and nonprofit LEAP Housing asked the council to authorize feasibility work for two projects on city-owned parcels: a 30-unit LIHTC rental infill and a lower-density 16-unit ownership project on Flynn Lane; council signaled support to pursue feasibility and funding options.