What happened on Monday, 24 November 2025
Linn County, Iowa
Supervisors approved employment change roster/payroll authorizations and voted to enter closed session Nov. 24 under Iowa Code (sections cited in the meeting) to discuss two draft ordinances and one draft agreement designated as confidential under Iowa Code 22.765; roll-call recorded a series of 'Aye' responses.
Peoria County, Illinois
The committee approved minutes of Oct. 27 and a resolution on monthly delinquent taxes, both passed unanimously. Officials also heard several departmental informational reports including a recent tax sale and outreach by the county clerk.
Fairview, Williamson County, Tennessee
The Board sought a concise priority list from the Parks & Landscape Board to make volunteer work actionable and discussed, without deciding, whether to add an outparcel near Bowie Nature Park to the Tennessee Land Trust to preserve unique ecology; opinions split between preserving the parcel and retaining future city flexibility.
Kerr County, Texas
An extended Hill Country Energy update and public comment session focused on battery-energy storage systems (BESS): commissioners described cybersecurity and fire-safety concerns, citizens raised the developer bankruptcy in Bandera County and questioned whether the county’s consultants and chosen policy language favor 'safe development' over opposition; commissioners agreed to pursue stronger permitting oversight and coordination with the 3-91 commission.
Colorado Voter Access Modernized Elections Commission, Governor's Boards and Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Colorado
LWVCO leaders described a year-long coalition and technical assistance from the Harvard Elections Law Clinic that helped craft and shepherd SB 25-001 (Colorado Voting Rights Act) through committee testimony and lobbying days to a signing at the Governor's Mansion on May 12, 2025; LWVCO will monitor implementation.
Linn County, Iowa
Staff presented FY2026 Legacy & Community Attraction Fund applications: $50,000 available, up to five awards; 15 applications requested $221,100 in total. Supervisors will review individualized scoring and make award decisions at the Wednesday meeting.
Fairview, Williamson County, Tennessee
Steve Maidelski presented a pilot teaching garden (agenda listed as 'Natchez Greenhouse') at the Board meeting, describing a 400 sq ft native‑plant garden and a curriculum aligned to state science standards; he emphasized local cedar‑glade ecology and stewardship challenges.
Kerr County, Texas
Hill Country Crisis Council presented the required biennial SART report documenting forensic-exam accompaniments, counseling, shelter placements and regional coordination; commissioners voted to receive the report and staff will forward it to the governor’s office as mandated.
Colorado Voter Access Modernized Elections Commission, Governor's Boards and Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Colorado
The League of Women Voters of Colorado held a virtual Legislative Action Committee (LAC) training covering lobbying rules, use of position books, task-force collaboration, meeting cadence and member roles; organizers announced LAC meetings will begin Jan. 16 and recur biweekly during the 2026 session.
LINDBERGH SCHOOLS, School Districts, Missouri
At its Nov. 20 meeting the Lindbergh Board approved a construction manager‑at‑risk contract with BSI, passed an American Education Week resolution and approved the consent agenda; multiple motions carried unanimously or with a single abstention on consent.
Kerr County, Texas
The Kerr County Commissioners Court unanimously approved a declaration to pursue establishment of a specialty mental health court under Texas law, a collaborative docket the court and local probation and behavioral health providers say could divert people with serious mental-health and substance-use needs from jails and hospitals.
Transportation Commission, Agencies under Office of the Governor, Executive, California
CTC staff proposed a new Part 6 in the ATP guidelines consolidating MPO‑component rules (regional guidelines and competitive project selection) and presented text clarifications for amendment and scope‑change procedures; staff said policies remain unchanged and invited stakeholder feedback.
Fort Myers Beach, Lee County, Florida
The Town of Fort Myers Beach opened submissions for RFQ 2603A on Nov. 24, 2025; town staff reported several firms and noted which submittals appeared complete or incomplete. All materials will be reviewed by a selection advisory committee appointed by the town manager after the holiday break.
Transportation Commission, Agencies under Office of the Governor, Executive, California
CTC staff proposed a mid‑cycle fund estimate to redistribute recovered Active Transportation Program (ATP) savings per statutory splits and adopt statewide contingency lists; stakeholders and MPO representatives supported the idea but pressed for rules on over‑programming, project years and who may access recovered funds.
Lakeville City, Dakota County, Minnesota
MAC and airport staff told the AAALAC on Nov. 20 that environmental review disagreements with the FAA are delaying a planned runway extension, and the MAC will fully fund a separate roadway paving project targeted for next year while exploring interim airfield improvements.
Eatonville School District, School Districts, Washington
The Eatonville School District approved purchase and installation of a new playground for Weyerhaeuser Elementary using capital levy funds and a $50,000 Pierce County apportionment; the existing play structure was described in the record as unsafe and is slated for demolition before installation.
Fairview, Williamson County, Tennessee
After staff reported sight‑distance measurements that did not meet AASHTO/MUTCD minima for the minor approach at Jones Lane, the Board approved installation of two stop signs, stop bars and advance signage by a 5-0 vote.
Linn County, Iowa
Board set public hearings for Dec. 8, 2025 to consider updating four code sections (property maintenance, construction regulations, housing code, fire code) from the 2021 version to the 2024 state-aligned codes; planning staff said the building board of appeals reviewed and recommended the changes.
Lakeville City, Dakota County, Minnesota
At its Nov. 20 AAALAC meeting in Lakeville, staff reported five noise complaints in Air Lake Airport’s third quarter — up from three the prior year — and discussed a proposed UNICOM frequency change to 123.05 with FCC timelines and a public outreach plan.
Board of Ethical Conduct, Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee
After a contested hearing, the Board of Ethical Conduct cleared Fair Board Chair Jasper Hendricks of improperly disclosing confidential deal terms and of taking a prohibited $100 gift for attending a private gala, but found his conduct created a reasonable appearance that he could be improperly influenced and issued a written warning requiring ethics training and disclosure of racing-related ties.
LINDBERGH SCHOOLS, School Districts, Missouri
Dressel Elementary leaders highlighted reading growth and inclusive, personalized learning programs; district staff reported a 93.5% APR score and a 93% three‑year MSIP‑6 composite during a Lindbergh Board of Education meeting.
Ross Valley Sanitary District, Ross, Marin County, California
Operations staff reported Ross Valley's share of dry‑weather influent to the JPA plant fell to 38% in October; crews used nearly 50,000 gallons of recycled water for sewer cleaning; staff described two small spills and a larger roughly 8,000‑gallon dry‑weather spill near 965 Magnolia Avenue and outlined planned outreach and preventive actions.
Board of Equalization, Other State Agencies, Executive, California
On Nov. 19 the Board of Equalization approved a state-assessed role correction for a Santa Clara parcel (2022–2025), adopted staff recommendations on two nonappearance reassessments, denied a Pio Pico Energy Center petition, and approved a reduced unitary value for Netley Fiber Holdings, LLC.
Fairview, Williamson County, Tennessee
The Board of Commissioners held a lengthy, information‑gathering discussion about a possible quitclaim deed to transfer 30.3 acres of county-owned ball fields on Highway 96 back to the city; board members and the Fairview Recreation Association raised unanswered questions about the $150,000 bond repayment, estimated annual operating cost (~$54,187) and insurance and recommended further staff analysis before any action.
Richland County, Wisconsin
The committee authorized contracting with Southwest Regional Planning to update Richland County’s farmland preservation plan. The $20,000 project will be partially funded (about $10,000) by a state grant; staff said the updated plan must be accepted by the Department of Agriculture by Dec. 31.
Petaluma City Elementary, School Districts, California
During public comment, McNair parents told trustees the school remains an open campus with multiple unprotected access points and asked that perimeter fencing and secure gates be prioritized in the first round of bond-funded projects to improve equity and student safety.
Linn County, Iowa
Supervisors authorized the chair to sign a liability waiver allowing Anaheim, the overnight provider, to install cameras at the Whitworth Weather Shelter; county staff said the Housing Fund for Linn County will purchase and own the cameras and the board asked staff to produce an MOU clarifying ownership and service arrangements.
Board of Equalization, Other State Agencies, Executive, California
The state Board of Equalization on Nov. 19 denied Southern California Edison’s 2025 unitary-value appeal and affirmed the board-adopted value of $41,664,500,000 after an oral hearing in which Edison argued wildfire-related costs and the treatment of AB 1054 expenditures warrant a lower valuation.
Ross Valley Sanitary District, Ross, Marin County, California
The board authorized the general manager to notify a five‑firm shortlist selected from 24 RFQ submittals for the district‑owned 2000 Larkspur Landing Circle site and directed staff to issue an RFP to those firms, with proposals due in January 2026 and interviews slated for February.
Rutland County, Vermont
Board'level sustainability committee reported keeping an interlocal agreement, reviewed insurance and indemnification, discussed hiring a consultant with preconstruction grant funds and flagged potential federal BEAD funding reductions that could cut Vermont CUD allocations dramatically.
Linn County, Iowa
Supervisors discussed creating a sheriff’s office behavioral interventionist position funded for one year with opioid settlement dollars and agreed to place the vacancy request on Wednesday’s consent agenda; county staff said the role will support jail diversion and follow-up services for roughly 22 people currently in the jail who may qualify for diversion.
Board of Equalization, Other State Agencies, Executive, California
Executive Director and property tax staff reported recent outreach, workforce hires and training expansions. Deputy Director David Young said a CPUC decision reclassifying many VoIP providers as regulated telephone companies could shift roughly 800 entities to BOE central assessment beginning 01/01/2026; the de minimis reporting threshold is $2,000.
Petaluma City Elementary, School Districts, California
Calendar Associates presented a landscape master plan that inventories irrigation systems, proposes standard equipment, plant palettes and site-specific priorities for 13 campuses to improve water resilience, maintenance efficiency and align landscaping with climate goals.
Richland County, Wisconsin
With the county’s inspector retiring Dec. 31, the committee authorized contracting General Engineering Company to perform unified dwelling code inspections; the contractor will bill landowners directly and committee members asked about fee levels and temporary county coverage options.
Board of Equalization, Other State Agencies, Executive, California
Member Vasquez presented a draft 2026 work plan proposing informational hearings on Prop 19 revenue impacts, affordable housing and title theft; members urged prioritization and recommended returning with a refined plan in January to confirm statutory nexus and sequencing.
Petaluma City Elementary, School Districts, California
ClimateTech and district consultants presented an energy modernization feasibility assessment highlighting a 45% solar offset, baseline energy costs near $1.5M (2024) and opportunities — LED retrofits, HVAC modernization, EV charging and targeted battery storage — to reduce future operating pressure and access federal incentives.
Board of Equalization, Other State Agencies, Executive, California
The board accepted the assessor/AAB work‑group minutes, asked staff to research cross‑county appointment authority for assessment appeals board members, directed updates on guidance for electronic signatures and agent authorization forms, and scheduled a follow‑up work‑group meeting in February 2026.
Petaluma City Elementary, School Districts, California
District staff and consultants presented a facilities master plan that compiles technical assessments, community input and preliminary budgets for roughly $744 million in potential projects over 10–15 years; the plan is advisory and does not itself set priorities or commit bond funds.
Gloucester City, Essex County, Massachusetts
At the Nov. 19 meeting the committee recorded several formal actions: first reading approval of a competency determination policy, recommendation to purchase nine used buses, acceptance of multiple FY26 grants, and a vote to enter executive session for negotiations.
Board of Equalization, Other State Agencies, Executive, California
Vice Chair Lieber moved and the board voted unanimously to hold a 90–120 minute informational hearing on the Legal Entity Ownership Program (LEOP) to examine ownership‑change reporting, with staff and invited stakeholders (assessors association, academic analysts, CalTax, Howard Jarvis, California Business Roundtable) to participate.
El Paso County, Texas
The court established project accounts and budgets to allocate the remaining $155 million approved in the 2024 bond election across four planned issuances, enabling CIP encumbrances for multi-issuance contracts.
Board of Equalization, Other State Agencies, Executive, California
Board members discussed staggered terms, Bagley‑Keene one‑way communications and whether to continue telephonic public comment; legal counsel said one‑way communications are permitted under Bagley‑Keene and the board kept existing public‑comment options while treating governance changes as a report for later action.
Linn County, Iowa
Supervisors voted Nov. 24 to establish weight restrictions and authorize the county engineer to post signs for a timber bridge on 76th Avenue near a data center project; the road department said repairs are planned in December or January and the posting will be revisited after strengthening.
Gloucester City, Essex County, Massachusetts
Rachel Rex, co‑president of the Union of Gloucester Educators, told the school committee that recent public comments mischaracterized union leadership and undermined healing after the strike, and urged collaboration between the union and district.
Rutland County, Vermont
The Otter Creek Communication Union District governing board on Nov. 19 approved its agenda and minutes, authorized review of three monthly warrants, adopted a new financial procedures policy and made minor bylaw changes including renaming the secretary role to clerk.
El Paso County, Texas
HR reported improved processing at the County Tax Assessor-Collector's office under HB 718 operations: six vacancies remain, staff promotions are underway, and a web-dealer backlog fell by about 1,300 transactions after Saturday work sessions and rolling office closures.
Cobb County, Georgia
The Cumberland Community Improvement District and Cobb County announced a $6.6 million Federal Transit Administration Low-No Emission Vehicle grant to launch the Cumberland Autonomous Mobility Network, a three-mile Cumberland Suite loop with eight ADA-accessible shuttles launching in 2027; the CID pledged a $1.1 million local match.
Gloucester City, Essex County, Massachusetts
After reviewing lease expirations and a cost comparison, the committee voted to purchase nine used buses (reducing fleet size) and directed staff to proceed with procurement; the administration cited near‑term savings but higher long‑term maintenance uncertainty.
Richland County, Wisconsin
Conservation planner Corey Rogers told the committee notices from the Farm Service Agency have led some landowners to believe 15-year federal agreements expired and that they could alter land under perpetual state easements; staff said they are resetting boundaries and will amend conservation plans to allow annual mowing for weed control.
El Paso County, Texas
Speakers including a 26-year volunteer and community advocates said a new road-closure fee blocked a Montana Vista turkey giveaway this year; County Administration said the fee was applied under a 2016 special-event policy and the waiver request was denied by staff.
Richland County, Wisconsin
The Richland County Natural Resources Committee approved three small parcel rezonings — a 0.6-acre split for Thomas Neade, an 8-acre CSM for Martin and Trudy Kenyan, and a roughly 2.44-acre rental-house split — after staff confirmed existing septic, CSM paperwork and township approval where required.
El Paso County, Texas
The court approved several FY26 grants (VAWA, VOCA, Office of the Governor VOCA awards) backing the protective-order court, victim-assistance advocates, supervised visits and sheriff victim services, with required county matches noted in each award.
El Paso County, Texas
The court declared Nov. 22, 2025 National Adoption Day in El Paso County and community partners described recent adoption ceremonies and the need for more foster and adoptive families and volunteers.
Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia
The committee approved a slate of ordinances and resolutions on airport contracts, curbside management, identity management, traffic calming, honorary street signs and project agreements; most items passed unanimously in committee or by recorded majorities.
Callahan County , Texas
At its Nov. 24 meeting the Callahan County Commissioners Court adopted a facilities policy (inserting 'basement' where 'lower level' appeared), lifted the county burn ban, approved surplus declarations and equipment purchases including two John Deere motor graders with John Deere financing at a reported 3.99% rate.
El Paso County, Texas
The commissioners declared November 2025 Diabetes Awareness Month and recognized a regional Diabetes Alliance and the El Paso Center for Diabetes, noting free A1C screenings, type 1 camps for youth, and a new Montana facility.
Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia
LaDonne Blackett, the interim inspector general, told the committee resolution 25R4282 moved forward before an IPRO report was complete and said the OIG will perform integrity post‑award reviews; the committee asked for a substitute and ordered receipt of the completed IPRO before final action, forwarding the item with conditions (committee vote 3 ayes, 3 abstentions).
Gloucester City, Essex County, Massachusetts
After district leaders flagged low writing scores and mixed growth on MCAS, the school committee approved a first reading of a competency‑determination policy that would replace passing MCAS as a graduation requirement with course‑based criteria and an appeals process.
Callahan County , Texas
Dwayne Allen, an Eula resident, urged county action after repeated pooling and pavement failures on County Road 230, saying a TxDOT assessment found broken asphalt up to 6–8 feet back from the utility pole line and that the county may need multiple dump-truck loads of material to raise the grade.
El Paso County, Texas
After extensive public comment from UTEP students and immigrant-advocacy groups, the Commissioners Court passed a resolution condemning certain federal immigration enforcement tactics and affirming county values of dignity and respect for immigrants.
Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia
Ricky Smith, ranking general manager of the Department of Aviation, told the Transportation Committee the Concourse D widening added five gates, the airport holds about $1.1 billion in cash and apprenticeship pilots are expanding; council members pressed on accessibility, cargo declines and parking signage.
California Public Employees Retirement System, Agencies under Office of the Governor, Executive, California
A CalPERS leadership representative said the board voted this week to adopt a total portfolio approach to investing, prioritizing overall fund health with a July 1 start; the remarks highlighted climate portfolio growth, private equity performance and allocations to diverse managers.
Potter County, Texas
Prairie View A&M Extension assistant program leader Natrius Peterson briefed the court on community and economic development programs — including small-business development, youth entrepreneurship, workforce development and homebuyer education — and offered county staff materials and contact information for partnership.
El Paso County, Texas
Commissioners approved an exemption to procurement rules to allow the county to purchase emergency vehicles being auctioned by Emergency Services District 2, after the county auditor and purchasing agent urged due diligence about vehicle condition and funding source.
Potter County, Texas
Staff told the court that of an original $77,000 2015 assessment for Bishop Branches road improvements, about $67,000 has been collected and roughly $10,000 remains outstanding; commissioners directed staff to send independent letters and continue notices while liens remain in place.
Lebanon County, Pennsylvania
Lebanon County solicitor presented and the board approved a four-year lease with Cleona for space used by District Court (Judge Ditzler's office); solicitor corrected a typo in the packet and said rent will begin Jan. 1, 2026 with annual increases of $25.
Potter County, Texas
The court approved a policy exemption allowing the Potter County fire chief to receive overtime as an exempt employee while on TIFMAS mutual-aid deployments, after a debate about how often the chief should be allowed to deploy and whether notification to the court should be required.
Montgomery City, Montgomery County, Alabama
Mayor Steven Reed and city leaders opened a 12-court, lighted pickleball complex at Fame Park, saying the facility is meant to serve residents across districts and foster intergenerational recreation; Reed also said a regional health-care "solution" involving the governor and Jackson Hospital could be announced soon.
Potter County, Texas
Potter County Commissioners approved three budget amendments covering a $3,650 tax-office software renewal, funding to implement an existing certificate-pay policy (total for those items cited at $104,520) and an adjustment to restore fire-department overtime after mutual-aid (TIFMAS) reimbursements; vouchers totaling $9.38 million were also approved.
Greenfield City, Monterey County, California
On Nov. 18 the city council approved the consent calendar and took several recorded actions: adoption of a technical sewer ordinance amendment, appointment of three parks & recreation committee members, a one‑year extension with Fluid Resource Management, acceptance of Office of Traffic Safety grants totaling $107,000, and acceptance of the 2024 pavement maintenance project.
Greenfield City, Monterey County, California
Parks and Recreation Director Jesus Perez presented schematic designs, programming and a funding plan for a $22 million recreation center and park, saying the city has an $8.5 million State Parks grant, has applied for a $6 million Land and Water Conservation Fund grant, and hopes to start construction in January 2027 with completion before the June 30, 2028 grant deadline.
Fitchburg Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
The committee approved the high‑school VEX robotics out‑of‑state trip, authorized submission of two grant applications and accepted four grants, and voted unanimously to enter executive session to discuss contract negotiations.
Forest Lake City, Washington County, Minnesota
Mayor disclosed an ownership interest in a similar business and recused; Acting Mayor Valento presented an interim use permit application from Budding Measured Movement LLC (Forest Lake Cannabis) for retail sales at 1467 Lake Street South, noting zoning constraints for microbusiness licenses.
Lebanon County, Pennsylvania
The board approved a set of personnel transactions submitted by HR: resignations and terminations, leaves of absence, multiple promotions and a part-time hire for the Area Agency on Aging. Promotions include internal staff moves to caseworker and correctional officer roles.
Greenfield City, Monterey County, California
Vendors at the gazebo market told the City Council that proposed management changes and reported fee increases would push longtime sellers out and harm families who depend on market income; councilwoman Ortiz said she will sit down with vendors to seek a 'happy medium.'
Fitchburg Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
The district reported a $6.2 million EPA Clean School Bus grant (roughly 18 buses) and a $1.6 million MassCEC grant to upgrade depot charging; officials said vehicles could arrive in late 2025–early 2026 but infrastructure, ownership and procurement details remain to be finalized.
Lebanon County, Pennsylvania
Stifel Financial and Dearborn Partners presented the county pension's quarterly and year-to-date returns, asset allocation, and the rising-dividend strategy used by Dearborn; commissioners asked questions and received printed materials.
Lebanon County, Pennsylvania
Acting Treasurer Kenneth Tobias reported receipts and transfers that raised the county's cash balance; commissioners approved the treasurer's report and several budget and personnel items while discussing state funds returning and options to fill a $4M–$5M gap.
Forest Lake City, Washington County, Minnesota
Council received an update on the Caswell management agreement that guarantees $50,000 if profits fall short, heard that operations are $26,000 positive through October, debated long-term viability of municipal golf operations, and approved a $39,296 project by voice vote.
Winneshiek County, Iowa
A developer appearing virtually proposed converting the county’s DHS building into about 10–12 residential units and said upgrades to septic and well systems would be needed. The board did not make a decision and will notify the developer when it chooses how to proceed.
DeKalb County, Indiana
Commissioners approved an amended demolition bid package for the Sunny Meadows facility that includes asbestos inspection and six inches of topsoil to the building footprint, and they signed an EPA Brownfields site access agreement to pursue Phase I/II assessments under a $500,000 grant.
Lebanon County, Pennsylvania
The county approved a resolution and extension letters to support design and construction of the Lebanon Valley Rail Trail, including a DCED grant application for Phase 6D (through Lebanon Valley Mall) and two DCNR extension requests for Phase 6 and Phase 10 series; commissioners also discussed staging, bike racks and timelines.
Fitchburg Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
Superintendent Thompson updated the School Committee on six strategic commitments — curriculum equity, tiered academic/SEL supports, staff development and recruitment, budget and capital planning, belonging, and stakeholder engagement — and announced steering committee and community forums for a new five‑year plan.
DeKalb County, Indiana
DeKalb County highway superintendent received commissioners’ approval to buy a used Leboy loader for $25,000 plus roughly $9,879 for parts (approx. $35,000 total) and to publish annual 2026 material and service bids; the loader is expected to multiply daily production and reduce wear on existing equipment.
Winneshiek County, Iowa
County Engineer Mike Cuny updated supervisors on bridge inspections, a possible transfer of responsibility for a park entrance bridge, scheduling public hearings to vacate right-of-way parcels, and long-term work at Twin Springs seeking state and federal funding for permanent fixes.
DeKalb County, Indiana
A private donor (Westrick LLC) pledged materials for County Road 17; commissioners approved contract language and authorized sending a signed contract to the donor with a target for work to occur in 2026, while highway staff cautioned weather and priorities could affect exact start dates.
Forest Lake City, Washington County, Minnesota
Councilors agreed to pay the current $5,500 annual invoice to Saint Peter's Catholic Church and referred the lease for parking at Belts Park to the Parks and Recreation Commission to review access, need and future termination options.
Scottsburg City, Scott County, Indiana
Council announced a Christmas parade for Nov. 29, discussed a reorganizing tree board that will begin outreach mid-December, and reviewed a safety concern about a walking bridge near Walmart that remains unrepaired while the city awaits insurance/legal resolution.
Akron, Summit County, Ohio
The committee voted to place on the consent agenda an ordinance authorizing the mayor to contract without public advertising to integrate ACI Speedpay for online utility payments with the city's Spry/Scribe project. Presenters said ACI is the current vendor and that the $2.15 credit-card transaction fee remains unchanged for now.
Winneshiek County, Iowa
Emergency management coordinator Sean Schneider told supervisors the county’s emergency-management budget has some one-time savings but the 911 system faces a projected structural deficit; he urged planning for recurring costs and noted a required radio upgrade of roughly $70,000 every five years.
DeKalb County, Indiana
DeKalb County commissioners approved recommended awards from Drug‑Free DeKalb funds for justice, prevention and treatment programs, conditioned on reporting requirements; two prior grantees that failed to meet participation rules were flagged to return funds unless they document compliance.
Anniston, Calhoun County, Alabama
The Anniston City Council approved a consent-agenda amendment to waive the Carver Community Center fee for First Missionary Baptist Church's Nov. 23 event, held a public hearing on Jared Snyder's appointment to the Downtown Development Authority, read an ordinance by title only and adjourned into executive session to discuss preliminary negotiations.
Winneshiek County, Iowa
The board approved procurement of a 2027 Freightliner refuse truck from Truck Country and unanimously approved hiring David Rykes as an on-call driver. The recycling supervisor said the purchase is in the adopted budget and the price differential vs. a competing bidder was approximately $9,300.
DeKalb County, Indiana
After repeated noncompliance, DeKalb County commissioners voted Nov. 24 to ask the court to order cleanup of two properties — one near Butler (Saddison) and a second owned by Ronald Rodman — and to recover costs through liens if owners do not act. Inspectors said informal follow‑up failed after multiple notices dating to 2021.
Airport Commission Meetings, Murfreesboro City, Rutherford County, Tennessee
Staff updated the commission on drainage surveys for FAA, pavement rehab funding gaps (state may not fund full $5M), airport sign bid awards, and lease enforcement for ‘active aircraft’ definitions; staff also recapped successful public events (SteamFest, Santa photos).
Levy County, Florida
Commissioners discussed scheduling at least one evening session for the county comprehensive plan after contractors indicated willingness to run night meetings; staff will coordinate dates with the planning commission and return with cost and scheduling details.
Levy County, Florida
Multiple speakers during public comment credited Levy County Animal Services and shelter manager Brandy Cannon with improving shelter operations, higher adoptions, and a strong foster/volunteer program, and urged residents to support the shelter rather than use social media to criticize staff.
Levy County, Florida
The Levy County Board of County Commissioners approved a final fiscal-year budget amendment required under state law, adopted the annual Baker Act transport plan and approved several operational items including a roof funding amendment, a pickup truck purchase, a Verizon Connect telematics agreement and a $338,568.50 expenditure authorization.
Scottsburg City, Scott County, Indiana
The council passed Resolution 20 25 R-8 on Nov. 24, 2025, giving authority to move funds within departmental budgets and to encumber contracts into the 2026 budget when work on 2025-funded contracts is incomplete; the vote was unanimous.
Winneshiek County, Iowa
A Upland Regional Planning representative asked the Winneshiek County Board of Supervisors to raise its annual membership dues to $19,668 and described recent regional housing rehab work, Safe Routes planning and federal/state grant matches. Supervisors did not take a funding vote at the meeting.
Akron, Summit County, Ohio
The committee approved an ordinance authorizing a 50-year surplus water service agreement with the City of Tallmadge. Service Director Chris Lehi said Tallmadge approved the deal last week; terms include the Akron rate plus 22.5% and standard infrastructure fees, replacing a 1995 30-year agreement.
Airport Commission Meetings, Murfreesboro City, Rutherford County, Tennessee
After presentations from competing firms, the Airport Commission acknowledged the selection committee's recommendation and voted to continue with Barge pending contract review and state fee comparison; the commission recorded a roll call of ‘Aye’ votes.
Priceville, Morgan County, Alabama
The Priceville Town Council approved a resolution to intervene in a seller's use-tax lawsuit, granted an off-premises alcohol license to Bravo Investments LLC, authorized one-time pay adjustments for employees and approved several police and public-works purchases; the transcript contains conflicting figures for park bathroom construction funding.
Seaside, Monterey County, California
The commission assigned house-of-the-month months, deferred business-of-the-quarter voting to March pending staffing checks, agreed on tentative citywide cleanup dates (April 27 and Sept. 28), and reviewed project updates including potential savings on Wheeler Tennis Court repairs, planned bench geolocation on General Jim Moore, utility-box art RFPs, and tree funding constraints.
Airport Commission Meetings, Murfreesboro City, Rutherford County, Tennessee
The commission examined corporate hangar drawings, stressing constraints from an underground waterline (about 15 ft deep and a 20‑ft easement), reduced ramp space that could bottleneck larger aircraft, and the need for drainage and fire-suppression detailing before final design.
Thomasville, Clarke County, Alabama
Tiffany Schamberger resigned from the school board with about 1½ years left on her term; council will solicit candidates and expects to submit a name by the December meeting. Council also approved a staff request to allow Dec. 26 as a holiday and canceled the second December meeting.
Seaside, Monterey County, California
Commissioners discussed earlier deadlines for TOT funding recommendations, asked staff to notify commissions about presentation opportunities starting in August, and received staff reports that benches are on order, mural bids close June 20 and a Cotino Park mural will start June 13.
Department of Public Health, Departments and Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Connecticut
At a public meeting, the Connecticut Maternal Mortality Review Committee introduced members, recorded motions to approve October minutes (vote not recorded in the transcript) and voted to enter an executive session to review confidential maternal death summaries before adjourning.
Seaside, Monterey County, California
The commission agreed that two to three commissioners will update the existing neighborhood-watch plan and do preparatory work; Police Chief Borges offered departmental support, and staff will coordinate next steps with the commissioners who volunteered.
Seaside, Monterey County, California
The Neighborhood Improvement Commission voted to change its regular meeting start time from 6 p.m. to 5 p.m. on the first Tuesday of each month; the motion was seconded and approved by voice vote after a public‑comment period.
Department of Public Health, Departments and Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Connecticut
The advisory board unanimously recommended reinstatement of Dr. Grayson, who described recent practice and offered a contract with Bristol Hospital; the board cited his long practice history and lack of disciplinary record in other jurisdictions.
Scottsburg City, Scott County, Indiana
On Nov. 24, 2025, the Scottsburg City Council approved second readings of three annexation ordinances to bring several contiguous parcels — including five parcels tied to Elevation Church and two separate parcels referenced as the Herbert property and 1424 West 56 — into the city; one item could not be taken on third reading due to timing rules.
Akron, Summit County, Ohio
The Budget and Finance Committee voted to give a favorable report to an ordinance that would adopt a municipal cybersecurity program, require reporting to state cyber authorities and authorize the chief technology manager to act during ransomware incidents; the committee moved to suspend rules and advance the measure.
Santa Clara , Santa Clara County, California
Staff told the Charter Review Committee it will pursue plain-language conventions, expand defined terms, benchmark other charter cities (including Chula Vista and Sunnyvale), and generally favor Level 1–2 updates while identifying any Level 3 structural changes for council review.
Office of the Governor, Executive , Massachusetts
During a visit to Springfield, an unidentified speaker praised the Food Bank of Western Mass and DTA staff for their response after recent SNAP benefit cuts, described rising demand and volunteer efforts, and urged donations and use of Project Bread’s hotline.
Seaside, Monterey County, California
The Neighborhood Improvement Commission approved the South End of General Jim Moore Boulevard as the general location for a City of Seaside welcome sign; staff will launch an RFP for a designer and complete biological and siting assessments before final placement or lighting decisions.
Thomasville, Clarke County, Alabama
City officials said several entities are pursuing purchase or operation of the local hospital and that the city is working on a memorandum of understanding with a private developer for a 40–50 acre industrial site; a potential $12–14 million project at the old hospital site was described as under active consideration.
Office of the Governor, Executive , Massachusetts
An unidentified representative of Studio Luz described the firm’s culturally focused design approach, said the Socia Latino project completed in 2021 converted a historic building for Latin families, and said Studio Luz is serving as prime on a Brook Charter School elementary renovation with DCAM.
Seaside, Monterey County, California
The Neighborhood Improvement Commission asked staff to draft written, transparent eligibility and selection procedures for the 'House of the Month' and business recognition program and to return with options (including frequency changes) for a formal vote in July.
Village officials held ribbon cuttings for Mustafa Coffee House (2509 West Golf Road), Socks Outlet (19 West Golf Center) and Kaizen Jiu Jitsu (1762 West Algonquin Road). Mustafa's owner called the shop a "family dream;" Socks Outlet's Patrick described a broad selection of workwear. The village also promoted $5 anniversary books and ornaments (beneficiary not specified).
Santa Clara , Santa Clara County, California
Staff told the Charter Review Committee that civil service sections of the charter are largely unchanged since the 1950s, include an out-of-date list of unclassified positions and inconsistent terminology; subcommittee volunteers set meeting dates and will begin drafting targeted updates.
Public Works Director Joe Neville described the 2025 open house and pumpkin smash — with pumpkin drop/grapple-truck recycling, snowplow rides, heavy-equipment displays, and simulations of water-main and sanitary lift-station work — as an outreach and education effort for residents, especially children.
Department of Public Health, Departments and Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Connecticut
The advisory board deferred a decision on whether German‑trained anesthesiologist Dr. Helfrich has training equivalent to two years of U.S. residency, asking Yale to provide greater documentation or pursue an academic permit; members were divided over primary‑source verification and scope differences.
Temecula, Riverside County, California
The Red Hawk specific-plan amendment was continued to a Jan. 7, 2026, 10 a.m. hearing because two commissioners had potential real-property conflicts and another commissioner was absent; staff said the hearing remains open and need not be re-noticed.
Seaside, Monterey County, California
Staff told the commission a rezone application for the Del Monte and LaSalle corner (former Power Sports) is forthcoming and that a prospective ACE Hardware tenant has time‑sensitive escrow due diligence, prompting staff to present a full report at next week’s meeting so the council can consider the matter before escrow closes.
The Hoffman Estates Arts Commission staged its first Zine Fest at Village Hall with more than 20 vendors, live readings from roughly four zinesters, and plans to make the event annual; organizers invited volunteers via hoffmanestatesarts.com.
Department of Public Health, Departments and Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Connecticut
The advisory board tabled a proposed consent order for Dr. Stella Emmanuel to allow the department and members time to review Ohio licensing documents and other records after Dr. Emmanuel said she did not complete an out-of-state application containing questions about faith and beliefs.
Thomasville, Clarke County, Alabama
Water staff reported recent repairs to distribution leaks, said a fiber contractor’s bore compromised a water line (temporary fix in place, full replacement planned), and confirmed the rotor at Choctaw Corner Lift Station failed, requiring temporary pumping until a replacement arrives in 4–5 weeks.
Seaside, Monterey County, California
The Traffic Advisory Committee voted to recommend that City Council approve a second driveway at 1486 Santa Clara Avenue to serve a proposed garage and ADU provided the property owner modifies a fence that encroaches on the traffic-safety visibility triangle.
Thomasville, Clarke County, Alabama
At its November meeting, the Thomasville City Council approved the agenda, minutes and bills; authorized posting for a full‑time police officer after a staffing change; granted building permits; and voted to cancel the council's second December meeting. All motions were recorded as unanimous.
Department of Public Health, Departments and Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Connecticut
The advisory board approved a consent order reprimanding Dr. Raymond Kerker, imposing a $15,000 civil penalty and ordering cessation of unregistered x-ray device use; the board noted vendor representations and that the machine has since been registered with DEEP.
The Hoffman Estates Fire Department ran a six-week "Fully Involved" academy tailored to participants with disabilities, offering hands-on training (ladder truck, car extraction, EMS) in partnership with the Northwest Special Rec Association and planning a graduation next weekend.
Seaside, Monterey County, California
Commissioners pressed staff to move forward on a tree-planting program and asked for clarity about a $4,500-$5,000 parks allocation versus volunteer efforts; staff said public works must identify locations and oversee plantings and that implementation must finish before the fiscal year end.
Temecula, Riverside County, California
The Temecula Planning Commission voted Nov. 19 to deny planning application PA25-0137, which sought to retain an unpermitted gray paint scheme on 13 of 24 Temecula Town Center buildings. Staff had recommended denial after years of noncompliance and $27,500 in unpaid fines.
Department of Public Health, Departments and Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Connecticut
The Department of Public Health advisory board declined to approve a proposed consent order for Dr. Purdy, citing inadequate Connecticut-specific telehealth oversight, missing probationary controls, and a civil penalty the board considered too low; the matter returns to DPH for revision.
Santa Clara , Santa Clara County, California
The Charter Review Committee approved Oct. 22 minutes, received staff reports from ad hoc subcommittees on power/structure, boards & commissions and civil service, and agreed on subcommittee leadership and scheduling steps ahead of a Dec. 17 meeting at Central Library.
Knox County, Tennessee
Committee members discussed whether to require full language and earlier deadlines for commission-sponsored agenda items, balancing staff review time against the chair's discretion and exceptions for honorary or late items. No rule was adopted; staff will continue developing options.
Seaside, Monterey County, California
The Seaside Planning Commission unanimously approved architectural review AR24‑06 on May 22, 2024, allowing a 2,300‑square‑foot mural by artists Paul Richmond and Brenda Scatrini Saglio at 1230 Fremont Boulevard; the project is partially funded by a FLIP grant and must be completed by June 30 under city maintenance conditions.
Knox County, Tennessee
Members discussed whether the county's code of ethics and charter give the commission tools to make formal statements or hold investigatory hearings with subpoena power; they agreed to await recommendations from an ethics subcommittee.
Seaside, Monterey County, California
The Traffic Advisory Committee recommended painting a green (time-limited) curb in front of 1121 Elm Avenue instead of creating an ADA blue curb after staff said the location lacks the required right-of-way width and compliant curb ramps; the recommendation will go to City Council for final approval.
Knox County, Tennessee
The Knox County Commission rules committee recommended changes Nov. 24 to allow an electronic voting system that displays commissioners' votes in real time, clarifies abstention vs. pass, and notes the clerk will open and close votes; the committee voted to forward the changes to the full commission.
Elkhart City, Elkhart County, Indiana
At its Nov. 24 meeting, the Elkhart City Police Commission voted to hire two officers and swore them in, acknowledged a promotion, accepted a resignation and received notice of a letter of reprimand for another officer; commissioners also set their 2026 meeting dates.
Seaside, Monterey County, California
Commissioners flagged website access problems, limited staff capacity for updates and inconsistent event listings; staff said they use social media, e-blasts and the Remind text app and are pursuing a communications specialist.
Mill Creek, Snohomish County, Washington
After a staff presentation and Q&A, the Planning Commission voted to recommend the 2025 Critical Areas Ordinance update to City Council as amended, adopting riparian management zones tied to site-potential tree height and clarifying nonconforming-use and trail mitigation rules.
United Nations, Federal
An unidentified representative delivering a joint statement for 44 countries at a high‑level meeting called for renewed political will, coordinated use of UN mechanisms including UNODC and IOM, and comprehensive prevention and victim‑protection measures against technology‑facilitated trafficking.
Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection, Executive , Massachusetts
John Beekler updated the committee that MassDEP has 208 PFAS notifications (mostly groundwater), has installed 98 POET systems (61 still maintained by DEP), and is evaluating radon accumulation on granular activated carbon filters and alternative absorbents; a smoldering pilot at Joint Base Cape Cod is underway for PFAS-impacted soil.
Dublin City (Regular School District), School Districts, Ohio
At a board meeting to open bids for a scoreboard installation, the district heard three proposals: ACT installs ($494,025) — missing a bid bond; JL Demo LLC/Digital Scoreboards of Ohio (base bid $387,136) — submitted a 10% bid bond; and Watchfire ($481,304). Staff said the district will perform due diligence before deciding.
Seaside, Monterey County, California
City staff said vendor applications for Blues in the Park will be first-come, first-served, vendors must hold a Seaside business license and comply with the city's plastics ordinance, and three bands are confirmed with a fifth headliner pending.
Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection, Executive , Massachusetts
MassDEP federal grants staff said EPA approved an early removal action for highly PCB‑contaminated sediments in the Lower Neponset reach (estimated cost $78.5M). Separately, a former fireworks site in Hanover was presented to the Superfund listing panel and MassDEP reported a $2.1M NRD settlement for the SHVAC landfill.
Seaside, Monterey County, California
Consultant presented a draft 10-year Parks & Recreation Master Plan after nearly 600 community responses; commissioners probed acreage shortfalls, indoor facility limits for recreation programs and a roughly $44 million project list with about half for land acquisition.
Seaside, Monterey County, California
The Seaside Planning Commission unanimously recommended the City Council approve a zoning map amendment to change 1020 Auto Center Parkway from Automotive Regional Commercial (CA) to Regional Commercial (CRG), enabling an Ace Hardware tenant; the recommendation goes to City Council for final action.
Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection, Executive , Massachusetts
MassDEP presented a draft COM 25 soils policy to allow site‑specific reuse of large volumes of contaminated soil at 21E sites with formal ACOs, public involvement and caps on acceptance criteria. A recorded technical video explained mean/max acceptance testing and suggested caps; a South Coast Rail case study illustrated reuse at scale.
Seaside, Monterey County, California
The committee approved replacing 20‑minute parking with 2‑hour parking for the blockfront at 1424–1444 Fremont Boulevard after a staff presentation describing the green curb history and businesses' needs; staff will update signage and gray out green curb where appropriate.
Cowlitz County, Washington
IT director Travis Foschini asked commissioners to approve a $56,039 annual Cisco Duo subscription to continue county multifactor authentication; he said the price is unchanged from last year and the subscription does not auto‑renew.
Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia
The committee held some rezoning items, filed and approved multiple ordinances (including a prohibition on barbed/razor wire in public rights-of-way), referred several items to review boards, and received a lengthy presentation by consultant Caleb Arasico on the Atlanta Zoning 2 rewrite, which proposes changing ‘family’ to ‘household’ and reducing the allowed number of unrelated occupants.
Mill Creek, Snohomish County, Washington
City staff presented a fee study recommending an increase in hourly and permit-related fees, new valuation tables aligned with peer cities, and an annual real-estate sign permit option; staff said changes aim to move toward cost recovery and launch with a new permit system on Jan. 1.
Cowlitz County, Washington
Joint court administrator George Moyer presented three personal services agreements for juvenile services: $91,960 pass‑through to local child advocates for guardian ad litem services, $17,007.50 for Creative Solutions family therapy (state DCYF grant funded), and ongoing Darnell & Associates outpatient SOTA treatment; legal recommended fresh PSAs to align with state fiscal years.
Seaside, Monterey County, California
City staff and consultant unveiled a conceptual traffic‑calming plan for San Pablo Avenue (Mezcal to General Jim Moore) including median islands, crosswalks, red curb/daylighting, speed cushions where feasible, and a downhill speed feedback sign; residents urged physical curb buildouts and faster outreach.
Coconino County, Arizona
County government reported on a November Washington, D.C. trip with NACO: meetings covered rural broadband, FEMA reform, North Rim recovery funding options and possible use of Great American Outdoors Act or a disaster supplemental; staff said several congressional and agency offices pledged follow‑up.
Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia
Tajanae Harris Coffey, a resident at The Lofts at 2025, told the zoning committee she documented multiple mold episodes, water intrusions, expired elevator permits, more than 200 false fire alarms since March 2024 and what she described as retaliatory lease termination; she asked the council to investigate and provided documentation.
United Nations, Federal
An unidentified speaker argued in a brief recorded statement that training, financing and stronger Europe–Africa cooperation can make renewable energy a driver of development in Africa and urged upholding the United Nations Charter to guide international cooperation.
Seaside, Monterey County, California
The Seaside Traffic Advisory Committee heard an emergency briefing on Assembly Bill 413, which prohibits parking within 20 feet of marked or unmarked crosswalks; staff recommended outreach this year and noted citation authority expands in 2026.
Cowlitz County, Washington
County public works presented multiple contract amendments and project obligations, including time extensions for Woodbrooke and Tewdal wastewater projects, a $100,000 supplement for landfill gas engineering (vertical gas wells construction QA/QC), a $50,000 increase to ELS environmental services, geotechnical contract increase to $600,000, and a new Coal Creek Road preliminary engineering obligation of $499,500 (86.5% federal funding).
Coconino County, Arizona
Community Bridges told supervisors it plans a 24/7 crisis observation unit (up to 23 hours) and a 20–24‑bed residential program for children and adolescents in Flagstaff, partnering with Medicaid managed care organizations and local stakeholders; county staff pledged coordination with tribal and juvenile justice partners.
Cobb County, Georgia
Chairwoman Lisa Cupid and realtor Donna Middlebrooks urged Cobb County residents to be proactive about housing troubles—call mortgage servicers, use FindHelpGeorgia.org, and contact local housing authority resources to explore forbearance, loan adjustments or other options.
Cowlitz County, Washington
Health and Human Services scheduled a public hearing Dec. 16 on the county homeless housing plan and flagged follow‑up meetings with Community House on Broadway and other providers; staff outlined funding sources (consolidated homeless grant, document recording fees), contract extensions and recommended alignment of contract cycles.
LBTV presenter Nadia Gill announced that Long Beach City Hall will close for the Thanksgiving holiday, urged safety precautions to reduce residential fires, and advised travelers at Long Beach Airport to arrive early and use parking and cell‑phone waiting lots.
Coconino County, Arizona
County staff and City of Flagstaff liaisons briefed supervisors on a fall tour of county libraries, highlighting the bookmobile, law library services, and plans to deploy about 250 new public computers and procure RFID/self‑checkout for Page; the board thanked librarians and discussed budget needs for facilities.
Redmond, King County, Washington
City announcer warned that pouring fats, oils and grease down household drains can solidify and cause major damage to pipes; residents were told to cool leftover oil, seal it in a container and throw it in the garbage.
Cowlitz County, Washington
County staff recommended certifying a $21,281,720 general fund levy and a $14,695,937 road levy with 0% increases; both will be considered at a public hearing tomorrow at 9:30 a.m. The figures include new‑construction and state‑assessed value adjustments and refund levies.
Seaside, Monterey County, California
Commissioners discussed two tree programs (residents giveaway and $4,500 parks program), agreed on a late-March/early-April rollout with Hannah Gardens pending inventory, and heard park-project updates and ribbon-cutting dates from public works.
Coconino County, Arizona
The board approved a two‑year lease (total $42,294) for the Flood Control District to operate from Mountain Line’s Casper Drive site while a permanent joint operations center is developed; several supervisors said directors and board members learned of the move late and asked for better communication moving forward.
Redmond, King County, Washington
The city announced a Solstice at the Farm event at Farrell McQuarter Park on Sunday, Dec. 21 featuring a luminary trail, live music in the 1930s barn, seasonal drinks and crafts.
Building Code Council, Governor's Office - Boards & Commissions, Executive, Washington
Committee members suggested increasing SBCC resources and revisiting the fee and audit mechanism that funds council work; Representative Rommel said legislators may consider fee/expenditure authority changes alongside timing fixes.
Seaside, Monterey County, California
Commissioners urged the city to expand outreach — including bilingual materials, Zoom streaming and partnerships with schools and community groups — after the Seaside local road safety plan session drew low attendance and limited translation support.
Coconino County, Arizona
Supervisors approved a reallocation to fund a mid‑year compensation plan that gives a $1.50/hour flat raise for lower grades and a 3.5% increase for higher grades, effective Jan. 3, 2026 pay period, with detailed payroll impacts to be provided by finance.
Redmond, King County, Washington
City announcer said Redmond Lights will kick off Saturday, Dec. 6 at Downtown Park featuring illuminated art installations, an illuminary trail, faux snow every 30 minutes and family activities.
Building Code Council, Governor's Office - Boards & Commissions, Executive, Washington
At a legislative committee meeting, SBCC staff and council members discussed delays to the 2024 code adoption cycle and options to move the implementation date. Representative Rommel said he will draft legislation to give the council flexibility, while industry groups urged compliance with existing statute.
Seaside, Monterey County, California
The Seaside Parks and Recreation Commission unanimously agreed on leadership appointments at a special meeting; commissioners said appointments were unopposed and effective immediately.
Santa Clara , Santa Clara County, California
City staff asked the committee to favor plain‑language charter edits that remain legally durable, proposed three levels of change, described plans to benchmark 121 charter cities, and set logistics for meetings and draft circulation.
Redmond, King County, Washington
City staff announced that Redmond will transition its garbage, recycling and composting services to Recology beginning in 2026; city officials said the contract aims to expand curbside collection and sustainability features, but specific contract details and staff counts were not provided.
Coconino County, Arizona
The Board of Supervisors voted 4–1 Nov. 24 to move $95,000 from the county manager’s contingency to pay for contracted security at county buildings, drawing a lone nay from Supervisor Tammy Ontiveros, who said the proposal’s unarmed guards would not stop a determined attacker.
Valparaiso City, Porter County, Indiana
Council gave ordinance number 23 its first reading to appropriate funds in the corporation bond fund so scheduled December bond payments can be made and carried the ordinance to the council's next meeting for a public hearing and second reading.
Santa Clara , Santa Clara County, California
Staff reported progress from three ad hoc subcommittees reviewing the city charter; groups recommended expanding defined terms, clarifying residency rules, and updating civil‑service language. Subcommittees volunteered chairs and vice chairs and set next meeting dates.
Germantown School District, School Districts, Wisconsin
Transcript is a school interview about Germantown High School academic awards, a student-focused conversation rather than a civic/government meeting, so no civic articles will be produced.
RSU 40/MSAD 40, School Districts, Maine
Board members reviewed EEI Phase 3 plans including a biomass boiler, arsenic water-treatment upgrades and a larger storage tank, discussed a purchased 40 kW generator and switching costs, and reported applying for the state revolving renovation loan for five projects while prioritizing ADA compliance and asbestos removal for a possible bond.
United Nations, Federal
An unidentified speaker expressed concern over what the speaker described as a deadly Israeli strike on a residential area in southern Beirut, called for maximum restraint to avoid escalation, and urged full implementation of Security Council Resolution 1701.
Fishers City, Hamilton County, Indiana
The board approved an amended resolution to accept a $1,980,000 grant transfer from the redevelopment commission to buy two parcels — the Chicken and Pickle site and a South Street parcel — rather than transferring the previously discussed full $23M; the Chicken and Pickle site is being reacquired after the tenant failed to meet construction commitments.
Petaluma City Elementary, School Districts, California
Consultants and staff presented a staged implementation plan for Measures AA and Z that allocates roughly $234 million to roofing, HVAC, solar, a district performing‑arts center at Casa Grande, TK/VAPA spaces, and campus improvements; staff emphasized contingency budgeting, series scheduling and cash‑flow prudence while trustees raised local traffic and CTE access questions.
RSU 40/MSAD 40, School Districts, Maine
Board members and community volunteers will replace the C Building greenhouse roof at MDHS over a two-day volunteer effort; in-kind donations and donated labor (including two workers) were noted, and the board was told the $1,000+ labor donation will be presented for formal acceptance at a future meeting.
Fishers City, Hamilton County, Indiana
The board approved amendments to the financing parameters for the CityView mixed‑use project on 116th Street, allowing an extension of bond anticipation notes for up to four years and increasing caps on principal and interest; specific maximums were not provided in the transcript.
Petaluma City Elementary, School Districts, California
District officials reported a $613,000 reduction in ELOP allocations for the district and charters and outlined grant applications and contingency plans; staff also reported a 2025 summer program that served 247 students and analysis showing higher reading growth for attendees versus non‑attendees in a sample.
Decatur City, Morgan County, Alabama
A council member said downtown merchants and restaurants report lunch-hour parking shortages due to ongoing construction and asked staff to explore temporary use of the parking deck during peak lunch hours.
Petaluma City Elementary, School Districts, California
District rolls out a 5‑Star digital hall/bathroom pass across comprehensive high schools and junior highs, standardizing a 7‑minute pass, two daily passes and teacher overrides; trustees and public pressed staff about restroom access, substitute training, equity for students with medical/IEP needs and short staffing of campus supervisors.
Valparaiso City, Porter County, Indiana
The council granted a waiver to Chester's (general contractor for a tax‑incentivized project) from an apprenticeship submission requirement under the city's Responsible Business Ordinance and approved an expedited process for minor waiver requests to be circulated to council and signed by the council president if no objections were raised.
Petaluma City Elementary, School Districts, California
District staff paused a K–2 math common‑assessment pilot after teacher feedback and the state’s DIBELS reading‑screener mandate, but trustees were told Amplify’s updated Math Annex and Smarter Balanced interim blocks could allow targeted pilots in 2026; trustees pressed for clearer timelines amid concerns about persistent gaps for English learners and students with disabilities.
United Nations, Federal
Reporters asked whether Gaza humanitarian funding and crossings are sufficient, about access to northern Syria and concerns over recognition and regional tensions; the UN spokesperson said more aid is getting in but not enough, urged NGO registration, and reiterated calls for dialogue to lower tensions.
Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia
Chief Elder Dancy said the Department of Corrections maintained a stable average daily population (~107 for ACDC), emphasized partnerships with Someone Cares Atlanta, Emory and Grady for health services, and described new intake technologies (iLobby tracking, two body x‑ray scanners) and outreach programs.
United Nations, Federal
UN officials said the ceasefire in Gaza has largely held but recent strikes and attacks continue; nearly 1.7 million people remain displaced, about 250,000 buildings have been damaged or destroyed, and partners report constrained access for shelter and winter supplies.
Decatur City, Morgan County, Alabama
Josiah Harris of the Planning Department presented Ordinance 254620 (Annexation No. 38025) to annex 2508 Gordon Terry Parkway and pre-zone it M-1A (expressway commercial) for a proposed gas station. Planning Commission approved the request on 08/19/2025; no council vote appears in the transcript.
Morgan County, Indiana
At its Nov. 24 meeting the Morgan County Board of Zoning Appeals approved prior minutes, granted a 60-day continuance for a petition from 'Mister Hurl' to Jan. 26, and concluded with brief staff notes and an 11-minute adjournment.
Valparaiso City, Porter County, Indiana
Council referred a rezoning that would allow a Lennar-built single-family subdivision and a 4‑acre Luke service station to the plan commission for additional review of an Environmental Advisory Board report and draft buffer ordinance; referral passed on a 5–2 roll-call vote.
Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia
Fire Chief Ross Smith told the committee Atlanta Fire Rescue hired 31 firefighters, has 104 recruits in training with a Jan. 20 graduation, has multiple engines and TDAs on order for 2026 and is progressing station renovations and new builds including projects targeted for 2026–2027.
Decatur City, Morgan County, Alabama
Council discussed Ordinance 254619 to adopt the International Property Maintenance Code, 2018 edition, replacing the 2009 code. Staff said the change aligns with the city's CDBU software; council asked staff to confirm service-of-process procedures, including whether certified mail can be used to speed enforcement.
United Nations, Federal
Secretary‑General António Guterres, speaking in Luanda, urged reform of the global financial architecture, called for African representation in international institutions including the Security Council, and warned that climate and technology trends demand greater cooperation.
US Department of State
Speaker 2 said a proposed humanitarian plan would be viable only if it included U.S. security guarantees "similar to Article 5;" Speaker 1 declined to discuss details but acknowledged Ukraine must feel secure, and said negotiations will continue.
Valparaiso City, Porter County, Indiana
City staff and parks officials presented a proposal to rezone the former Banta Center (605 Beach St.) from public space to urban residential to allow multi-family units; council carried the ordinance to a second reading on Dec. 8 after members sought guarantees on preservation and program continuity.
Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia
Deputy Chief DC Spain told the committee most crime categories are down over the prior seven days but shoplifting rose; he highlighted a federal partnership seizure of 420 kilos of crystal meth — described in the meeting as roughly $4.4 million worth by street estimate — and noted holiday enforcement and diversion numbers.
Wilson County, Texas
Commissioners voted to accept the Nov. 4 constitutional amendment election results as presented and heard state-level tallies read aloud; the meeting adjourned at 09:07 after brief procedural items.
US Department of State
A State Department presenter said Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman visited the White House, announced $1 trillion in Saudi investments in the U.S., and said Saudi Arabia has been designated a "major non-NATO ally," along with agreements on AI, defense and critical minerals.
Cascade Charter Township, Kent County, Michigan
Troyer Group and Native Edge presented a schematic for Tassel Park that adds the Tuffy and Burberg properties, proposes a sunken plaza with water feature, dual boardwalks for river access, a cottage building and a maintenance plan tied to an environmental cap at the Burberg site; staff scheduled a DDA work session and a public open house in early December.
Cary, McHenry County, Illinois
The Cary Village Board approved its consent agenda Dec. 2 and heard staff briefings on a Dec. 7 holiday parade, a Dec. 4 Rotary Park open house, a holiday light‑recycling program, overnight parking restrictions and the seasonal closure of the Cary Social District.
2025 Legislature MA, Massachusetts
The Massachusetts House suspended rules to expedite business, adopted a further amendment to House Bill 4,645 (assault and battery upon a transit worker) and passed the engrossed bill for enactment; it also approved a civil‑service age exception and several local bills before adjourning and scheduling a reconvening Wednesday at 11:00 a.m.
US Department of State
A State Department presenter said the department designated four Antifa groups in Europe and a cartel called "Cartel de Los Olas," asserting both represent threats; the segment called for combating "narcoterrorists" and securing the border but provided no legal citations or evidence in the clip.
Morgan County, Indiana
The Morgan County Board of Zoning Appeals approved a development-standard variance Nov. 24 allowing an accessory dwelling at 5055 Poff Road to exceed the usual living-area limit so the applicant can house a disabled relative; staff and the health department recorded no objections.
Cascade Charter Township, Kent County, Michigan
A Kent County Sheriff's Office representative told Cascade Charter Township officials that calls at 16 hotels account for about 911% of township call volume and that proactive patrols and traffic stops contributed to recent incident counts; the presenter offered dashboard data and follow-up analysis for businesses and trustees.
RSU 40/MSAD 40, School Districts, Maine
Volunteers will begin stripping and weatherproofing the C Building roof at MDHS this week; material costs were quoted at just over $5,100, with donations and in‑kind help expected to cover most expenses.
Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia
At public comment, Lisa Anderson alleged wrongful termination and retaliation after childbirth and named city employees; Nikki Buggs described violent incidents and a near‑fatal fire at the Landmark condominium and asked the council for ordinance or enforcement help. Committee members directed each commenter to district representatives and referenced legal limits.
Tempe, Maricopa County, Arizona
Council member Keating proposed a council subcommittee to explore possible term limits for mayor and council; Vice Mayor Garland and Council Member Amberg were named as participants and council signaled consensus to move the proposal forward.
Nate Robbins, the City of Costa Mesa neighborhood improvement manager, described the city's three-pronged homeless-services system, access rules for the 100-bed Costa Mesa Bridge Shelter, on-site services and how to reach the NHS hotline for help.
US Department of State
An unnamed participant said negotiators narrowed most open points in a living "foundational document," calling the day "the most productive" in months while warning remaining issues need higher-level consultation and presidential approval.
Tempe, Maricopa County, Arizona
Senior civil engineer Michelle Beckley recommended reducing posted speeds by 5 mph on seven segments (Broadway, Priest, Guadalupe, 5th Street/Veterans Way, Miller, McKellips, Roosevelt) to improve consistency, support planned pedestrian/bike projects and advance Vision Zero goals; staff recommended public meetings and hearings.
RSU 40/MSAD 40, School Districts, Maine
At an RSU 40/MSAD 40 meeting, trustees reviewed warrants and financial reports, noting large invoices from local electricians and mounting legal fees; staff said software licenses are fixed for the year and personnel moves could shift budget lines.
2025 Legislature MA, Massachusetts
At its session, the Massachusetts Senate approved several House bills by voice vote — ordering four measures to be engrossed, referring a homelessness-rights bill to the judiciary, and enacting House No. 4645 addressing assault and battery on transit workers.
Tempe, Maricopa County, Arizona
City finance staff reported a $21 million annual loss tied to residential rental sales-tax changes, proposed no program expansions, recommended preserving reserves to maintain service levels, and outlined contingency options including hiring freezes and re-prioritization.
Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia
The committee unanimously approved an APD vehicle donation from the Atlanta Police Foundation, a below‑market Lenox Mall storage lease, a month‑to‑month extension for cleaning/close services and several legal settlements totaling more than $1.8 million in authorized payouts.
Elgin, Bastrop County, Texas
Stacey Ford Osborne interviewed local business owner Molly Alexander about Shop Small (the Saturday after Thanksgiving). Alexander encouraged residents to visit downtown Elgin’s 11-year-old Elgin Dry Goods and a roster of small retailers beginning at 8 a.m.
Tempe, Maricopa County, Arizona
City staff previewed the START prioritization exercise and TAP program: councilors will each receive 100 points (min 10, max 30 per measure) to prioritize 101 performance measures; staff emphasized the exercise guides strategy, not funding allocations.
Delaware Valley SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
At its November meeting the Delaware Valley School District board approved minutes, routine personnel actions, volunteers, a tenure recommendation, a K–12 counseling plan and several policy changes; a motion to amend the agenda to add two motions failed 3–6.
Snellville City, Gwinnett County, Georgia
Public commenters at the Snellville City Council meeting praised new members, urged unity, raised allegations about past targeting on social media, and asked the council for assistance with property taxes and support for a high school marching band.
Tempe, Maricopa County, Arizona
ETC Institute presented results from more than 1,000 resident and 449 business surveys showing Tempe scores above national and midsize-city averages on many services; residents flagged homelessness services and street condition as top priorities for improvement.
Delaware Valley SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Business officer summarized the finalized state budget impacts: a net roughly $49,000 shortfall versus the district's adopted budget driven by changes in cyber-school reimbursement formulas and small shifts in vocational and special‑education funding; most delayed state payments have begun arriving.
Snellville City, Gwinnett County, Georgia
Snellville City Council voted to ratify official election results and elected Council Member Norman Carter as mayor pro tem by recorded votes; the mayor pro tem election passed 5–0 with one abstention.
Delaware Valley SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Multiple parents told the Delaware Valley School District board that understaffing in special-education classrooms has left students’ IEPs unmet and, they alleged, led to at least one physical incident; the board asked staff for a districtwide cost estimate to fund full-time instructional aides.
US Department of State
The presenter reported that the U.N. Security Council endorsed what he described as President Trump's comprehensive peace plan to end the conflict in Gaza, calling the endorsement a step toward lasting peace for people in Gaza, Israel and the region.
Snellville City, Gwinnett County, Georgia
Snellville City Council administered oaths to three newly elected council members, approved routine minutes and the agenda, and issued a proclamation declaring November 2025 as American Music Month.
Paducah City, McCracken County, Kentucky
Chief Bridal Laird described neighborhood walks, a full‑time community engagement officer, a housing authority partnership with vendor service days, and a new deflection team (specialist plus retired officer) that follows up with people in mental‑health or substance‑use crises to connect them to services.
Panama City, Bay County, Florida
Commissioners deferred final action on ordinance 32-85 (administrative development review changes) and asked staff to add a formal appeals process and reporting mechanism after residents and commissioners raised concerns; motion to defer and return with appeals language passed 5-0.
Albemarle County, Virginia
The Albemarle County Architectural Review Board voted unanimously present to approve a certificate of appropriateness for ARB-2025-27, a major amendment for a Ferguson Enterprise site identified in the application as 400 Ryo Road West, with staff-recommended conditions including plan updates identifying refuse and service areas.
Paducah City, McCracken County, Kentucky
Chief Bridal Laird said a joint city‑county radio upgrade will expand from one tower to five, aim for better than 95% handheld radio reliability across the county, add redundant shelters and generators, and is expected to go live in January or February; total cost is quoted near $10,000,000.
Iberia Parish, Louisiana
A committee approved an ordinance change to extend operating hours for Backroads (later hours on weekdays and weekends) and the finance committee approved $64,500 to build security improvements for the Clerk of Court civil department following safety incidents.
Panama City, Bay County, Florida
The Panama City Commission on Nov. 18 approved ordinance 32-74 to raise connection (impact) fees to $1,350 per ERC for water and $1,610 per ERC for wastewater and ordered a tiered rollout and staff policy for payment assistance for mandated hookups. The change is intended to fund needed capital upgrades and will phase in through 2028.
US Department of State
A State Department presenter said President Trump announced trade agreements with Argentina, Guatemala, El Salvador and Ecuador, framing the deals as steps to rebalance the U.S. trading system and benefit American workers.
Iberia Parish, Louisiana
Councilmembers debated and approved an amendment adjusting the parish president's salary and deleted a proposal to authorize an intergovernmental agreement with 16th Judicial District judges and the district attorney after members said no agreement had been provided for review.
Paducah City, McCracken County, Kentucky
Paducah Police Chief Bridal Laird outlined the department's four-division structure, said officers typically receive 80–120 hours of annual training (Kentucky requires 40), and described integrated Axon body/in‑car cameras, license‑plate readers and other in-car technology used to improve response and transparency.
Utah Appellate Court Collection, Utah Family Law District Court Collection, Utah District Courts, Utah Judicial Branch, Utah
At oral argument in State v. Tolman, the appellant argued the trial court erred in allowing three children to testify remotely under Rule 15.5 without the required individualized showing and that defense counsel’s objections (relevance instead of hearsay) and stipulations amounted to ineffective assistance; the state said the record is insufficient for reversal under Strickland.
Energy and Mineral Impact Assistance State Advisory Committee, Governor's Boards and Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Colorado
At its first formal meeting, the Colorado Geologic Storage Stewardship Enterprise Board heard staff recommend a stewardship fee of 8–12¢ per ton to fund long‑term monitoring and maintenance of Class 6 geologic CO2 storage sites; the board voted to post the white paper and invite written public comment ahead of a future January meeting.
Iberia Parish, Louisiana
Iberia Parish leaders announced a First Solar ribbon cutting Nov. 21, praised local industry openings and reported that the Peebles Coulee flood-control project is about 52% complete, citing progress on wing and head wall foundations.
State Board of Education, Deparments in Office of the Governor, Organizations, Executive, Tennessee
State Board Chair Bob proposed reducing Tennessee's world-language high-school graduation requirement from two credits to one, converting the freed credit into a general elective (raising electives from three to four) and standardizing the waiver process; board members raised staffing, equity and cultural-exposure concerns.
State Board of Education, Deparments in Office of the Governor, Organizations, Executive, Tennessee
Department of Education staff updated the State Board on a legislatively required landscape analysis and an advisory committee review of Tennessee's teacher-evaluation system; officials said the committee largely finds the system robust but recommended refining rubrics, growth measures and training; a report will go to the legislature in January 2026.
Iberia Parish, Louisiana
At its Nov. 19 meeting the Iberia Parish Council approved a broad slate of 2026 fund budgets, confirmed multiple board appointments and deleted three Bagwell Energy tax-exemption recommendations that had been removed in committee.
Peachtree City, Fayette County, Georgia
Peachtree City thanked Charles, Abbott and Associates for sponsoring the city's annual employee holiday luncheon and closed the remarks with Thanksgiving greetings on behalf of City Council.
Energy and Mineral Impact Assistance State Advisory Committee, Governor's Boards and Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Colorado
Commissioner Ackerman announced the formation of Biological Resources Working Group 2 — a 16‑member panel drawn from ECMC, CPW, botanic gardens, conservation NGOs and industry — to meet over 12 months and develop recommendations to protect invertebrates and rare plants following SB 19‑181 and ECMC rulemaking.
Albany County, New York
The presiding officer introduced an agenda item described as "soil and water conservation" on page 5. A motion from Mr. Demontis, seconded by Mr. Reedy, was put to a voice vote and passed; the transcript does not include motion text or a roll-call tally.
State Board of Education, Deparments in Office of the Governor, Organizations, Executive, Tennessee
The Tennessee Department of Education presented a cross‑agency "Future Ready Tennessee" portal to centralize career pathways, an industry credential list and advising tools; officials said phase 1 (technical guide) is complete, funding is needed, and a pilot and full build could take up to two years.
Peachtree City, Fayette County, Georgia
Peachtree City said its PTC 101 civic-education class received a CivicPlus Community Impact award; the free eight-week course grew from 25 participants in its first year to 40 this spring, and applications will open in January 2026.
Anniston, Calhoun County, Alabama
City staff explained a traffic‑calming ordinance that would give City Council final authority to approve or remove calming devices and described a stepped approach—signage, rumble strips, then speed humps—while noting drainage and ISO rating considerations.
Energy and Mineral Impact Assistance State Advisory Committee, Governor's Boards and Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Colorado
ECMC staff provided a biannual geothermal program update: one active deep geothermal permit (Oxy’s Glade Ultra Deep Pilot Project in Weld County), continued outreach through the Colorado Geothermal Council, and expectations of more permit applications and Energy Office grant rounds in the coming months.
Mercer County, School Boards, Kentucky
District construction staff showed progress photos of the new elementary school (roofs, terrazzo, canopies, windows forthcoming). Superintendent Brewer described a Whittaker Bank offer of $25,000 for gym-floor naming rights and said the board would take a roll-call vote; the transcript does not record the vote result.
Albany County, New York
The Majority Council placed a "crime victim project" on the agenda and approved it by voice vote after a motion from Miss McCannex and a second from Mr. Dimato. The transcript records voice approval but does not include a roll-call tally or details of the project.
Peachtree City, Fayette County, Georgia
Peachtree City announced it will leave the Crabapple Lane Gate open to golf carts indefinitely after reviewing counts at three entry points and finding the Crabapple location the least used and with no known incidents, Speaker 1 said at a city council meeting.
Anniston, Calhoun County, Alabama
Presenters described a trail‑adjacent Foundry incubator aimed at low‑risk micro-retail for new businesses, tied to Get Up Anniston training and supported by a historic remodel grant and sponsorship tiers.
Energy and Mineral Impact Assistance State Advisory Committee, Governor's Boards and Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Colorado
DNR policy director Aaron Ray told the commission the department’s FY26–27 request is roughly $500 million and previewed five priority bills, including proposed statutory authority for ECMC to pursue primacy over additional underground injection control well classes and increased capacity at the State Land Board.
Mercer County, School Boards, Kentucky
The district finance officer reported October year-to-date revenue of $13.7 million (3% increase year-over-year), expenses of $7.3 million (14% increase), an ending balance 8% lower than last year, and said the district is in the final stages of an audit after the state extended audit deadlines.
City of Opa-locka, Miami-Dade County, Florida
The City of Opa-locka commission on Nov. 24 approved a final fiscal year 2025 budget amendment by a 4-0 vote. Finance director Naima Gantt said $15,000 in the amendment covers invoice number one and that additional invoices are expected, which she said would not delay the efficiency study.
Energy and Mineral Impact Assistance State Advisory Committee, Governor's Boards and Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Colorado
The Energy and Carbon Management Commission approved Kerr McGee's Lavender oil-and-gas development plan (docket 250300036) after applicant presentations, a practicability assessment on drilling‑rig power and produced-water takeaway, an executive session for legal advice, and deliberations in open session.
Walker, Kent County, Michigan
On the Made in Walker podcast, realtor Scott Zocco advises sellers to prioritize curb appeal, kitchen/bath updates and cleanliness; he also highlights rising rental demand, nearby developments (VISTA 45, Talman Woods) and the role of rentals in attracting new residents.
Energy and Mineral Impact Assistance State Advisory Committee, Governor's Boards and Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Colorado
At a Nov. 19 hearing, dozens of residents, environmental advocates and an elected representative urged the Energy and Carbon Management Commission to deny the Sunlight Long oil-and-gas development plan near Aurora Reservoir, citing drinking-water, air-quality and childhood cancer studies; the State Land Board letter said the proposed location is consistent with the Lowry lease and deferred regulatory determinations to ECMC.
Oshkosh City, Winnebago County, Wisconsin
Members of the Oshkosh City DEI Committee on Nov. 24 discussed expanding data transparency and an annual equity report card, postponed a planned NAMI Oshkosh presentation, reviewed special-assessment issues for residents and confirmed the December meeting cancellation.
Springfield SD 186, School Boards, Illinois
Students and program staff described Project SEARCH — a collaboration among Springfield SD 186, Memorial Health Systems, SPARK and DHS — that places students with disabilities in three 10-week hospital internships, with follow-up supports and the potential for paid hire as early as March.
Energy and Mineral Impact Assistance State Advisory Committee, Governor's Boards and Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Colorado
Independent monitors (Earthworks) and an acoustician told the ECMC perimeter PIDs and low‑cost sensors can miss off‑pad hydrocarbon plumes; an acoustics consultant recommended moving the pad to an alternate site to reduce community noise by ~7–8 dB.
Town of Newburgh, Warrick County, Indiana
The council adopted Resolution 2025‑13 (year‑end additional appropriation), approved three PC Quest three‑year managed‑services contracts (town IT, police IT, utility IT), authorized tree‑clearing for the Flow EQ project, and accepted the engineer’s recommendation to award the Flow EQ construction contract to Koberstein Contracting ($449,558).
Walker, Kent County, Michigan
Scott Zocco of the Zocco Team tells the City of Walker podcast that local supply remains tight — about 1.76 months — but rising interest rates and longer days on market suggest a move toward a more balanced market over the next year.
Energy and Mineral Impact Assistance State Advisory Committee, Governor's Boards and Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Colorado
Maverick Minerals told the Energy and Carbon Management Commission that Crestone’s amended cap carved out leasehold in Section 18, leaving a ‘donut hole’ that will be drained. Maverick’s expert presented parent‑child production plots indicating depletion at distances above 1,000 feet and asked the commission to expand or split the DSU so fee owners can participate.
Gloucester City, Essex County, Massachusetts
The Gloucester City Budget & Finance Committee voted to recommend a residential factor of 0.9973 (CIP shift 1.03) for FY2026, a move the administration said maintains the current rate and will be sent to the full City Council next week to set tax rates.
Mercer County, School Boards, Kentucky
Teachers and students at Mercer County Intermediate School presented the district’s teacher-led 'house system,' saying it has increased student engagement, attendance and peer support without sacrificing instructional time.
Town of Newburgh, Warrick County, Indiana
Council reviewed a $1,999,057.11 Mid State quote for a playground and obstacle course that project leads said is majority‑funded by Ready/EREP; members expressed concerns about cash‑flow and timing of grant disbursement and voted to table acceptance of the quote until staff confirms funding and timing with ERAP and Mid State.
New Hanover County Schools, School Districts, North Carolina
A North Carolina Department of Information Technology representative updated the board on stepped-up vendor due diligence — BitSight monitoring, SOC 2 evidence, penetration testing — and said the state plans a GovRamp transition with vendor compliance windows starting mid‑January and completion targets in the first quarter of next year.
Maple Run Unified School District, School Districts, Vermont
The board voted to approve the warrant after a motion and second; the motion passed with all members saying "aye," and no abstentions or opposition were recorded.
Maple Run Unified School District, School Districts, Vermont
During a district liaison officer report board members were told of an increase in students identified as BIPOC in one comparison and of elopement incidents; because discussing the reasons could identify individuals, the board agreed to an executive-session review and later voted to enter executive session on a student issue.
Town of Newburgh, Warrick County, Indiana
After a public plea from property owner Julie Nicholson to delay demolition, the Town Council voted to reinforce a raze/raise order for 111 Plum Street following staff reports that a Board of Zoning Appeals hearing affirmed the order and that a contractor was scheduled to begin work in early December.
Energy and Mineral Impact Assistance State Advisory Committee, Governor's Boards and Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Colorado
The Energy and Carbon Management Commission heard multi‑day testimony over Crestone/Civitas’s State Sunlight Long oil and gas development plan. Civitas engineers defended drainage estimates under 300 feet; Maverick Minerals and outside experts argued depletion could extend more than 1,000 feet and raised air‑monitoring and noise concerns for nearby neighborhoods.
Maple Run Unified School District, School Districts, Vermont
The board approved B06 on first reading and moved to schedule a second reading and adoption at the Dec. 3, 2025 meeting; the motion passed unanimously at this meeting.
Pulaski County, Indiana
Participants added a discussion of procedures to new business, approved the 2026 meeting calendar and heard that staff will send revised rules of procedure to the county attorney for review before a potential vote next year.
El Centro, Imperial County, California
The city spotlighted recreation grants and programs—Stepping Stones received $30,000 from Imperial County First 5, YALLS and NBN youth programs ran workforce and sports activities, Rec on Wheels served neighborhoods, and Helping Hands (PLHA-funded) connected unhoused residents to housing and jobs.
New Hanover County Schools, School Districts, North Carolina
The board voted down a motion requiring a two‑thirds supermajority to start an employee bonus ad hoc committee in November 2025; the failed amendment (4–3) reverts start to the previously postponed 2026–27 timeframe amid debate about budget timing and staff capacity.
Uvalde County, Texas
At the meeting the court approved an LGS addendum for two district attorney's office users, appointed two members to the Child Welfare Board, reappointed three hospital board directors, and approved routine bills and monthly reports.
Town of Newburgh, Warrick County, Indiana
After public comment from a resident who said the veterans memorial had been 'hijacked' by Christian imagery, the Town Council voted to ask the contractor (5 Star) to remove the Christmas‑style display and return the flag to the monument for this year and going forward.
Energy and Mineral Impact Assistance State Advisory Committee, Governor's Boards and Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Colorado
Crestone Peak Resources asked the Energy and Carbon Management Commission to approve its Sunlight Long oil-and-gas development plan for up to 32 horizontal wells on Lowry Ranch; petitioners Maverick and Save the Aurora Reservoir raised technical (drainage and DSU boundaries), wildlife, noise and public‑health concerns and urged modifications or relocation.
Mayor and Board Commissioners Meetings, Enid, Garfield County, Oklahoma
A police presenter told the Mayor and Board Commissioners that cryptocurrency kiosks (Bitcoin ATMs) have been used in at least 16 local frauds this year, costing Enid residents about $261,637 and disproportionately affecting people over 70; staff said state licensing rules are new and they will research legal authority and outreach options.
New Hanover County Schools, School Districts, North Carolina
Board members pressed staff on a proposed roughly $469,000 transportation-routing contract (three-year total), asking about the benefits, peer adoption, cloud hosting, and protection of student data; staff said the product integrates with Infinite Campus and Samsara and has been vetted by technology staff.
New Hanover County Schools, School Districts, North Carolina
Audit partner Adam Sperick told the board the draft 2025 audit contained no findings and a clean opinion, but the district's usable general fund balance is small compared with restricted funds; staff proposed reallocating underruns from capital projects while cautioning some funds are county-restricted.
Town of Newburgh, Warrick County, Indiana
A downtown parking study presented to the Newburgh Town Council found about 843 off‑street spaces and 163 on‑street spaces, and recommended seven strategies — clearer signage and maps, shared agreements with private lots, and considering impact fees for new development. Council asked staff about implementation timing and cost.
El Centro, Imperial County, California
City presenters said the Southern Pump Station is on track for year-end completion to expand sewer access, the Imperial Avenue Complete Streets Plan was finalized, three pedestrian hybrid beacons were installed and the city secured over $200,000 toward a Downtown and Civic Center Master Plan.
Maple Run Unified School District, School Districts, Vermont
Administrators warned the board that Titles 2 and 4 and parts of 21st Century/after-school funding may vanish in FY27, creating a potential $400,000'$500,000 gap; the board gave direction to administration to prioritize student needs, model options and return with a budget that reflects that guidance.
Union County, North Carolina
Anna Medlin, a registered nurse for public health, described creating child-themed paintings in the Union County child health clinic and said the artwork, paired with Reach Out and Read books distributed at visits, helps staff observe parent–child interaction and child development.
Benton Harbor, Berrien County, Michigan
Committee members said recruiting citizen representatives has been difficult and asked staff to clarify training/travel budget lines and provide recommended training options; staff said a training line exists and Mr. Little offered to suggest facilitation approaches.
Maple Run Unified School District, School Districts, Vermont
Maple Run Unified School District officials told the board that restorative practices, PBIS and a newly adopted Wayfinder SEL curriculum correlate with higher student self-reported social-emotional learning scores and the district eing named a national example by the International Institute for Restorative Practices.
Union County, North Carolina
Volunteers from Union County Water and church ministries helped offload weekly donations from the Society of Saint Andrew at a "potato drop" hosted by Faith United Methodist Church. Organizers said palletized bags weigh about 2,000–2,500 pounds and the shipment will be distributed to local food banks and church ministries.
Benton Harbor, Berrien County, Michigan
Committee members heard that the city maintains a text-alert subscription via the website and that residents must sign up directly; staff provided the sign-up phone number and said subscribers can choose topics or wards.
New Canaan, Fairfield, Connecticut
Bill Flynn of the New Canaan Nature Center asked the commission to support a plan to build a new native-seed propagation greenhouse (estimated all-in cost ~$350,000) next to the herb cottage; a $200,000 grant is already secured and the center expects to fund the remainder from its capital-improvement reserves and donations, with no town funds requested.
Panama City, Bay County, Florida
At a virtual workshop, Panama City commissioners and staff discussed creating a standard, transparent process for unsolicited offers and RFPs for city-owned parcels, prioritizing residential affordability, sealed bids, appraisal timing, and centralizing proposals in purchasing. Staff reported 15 unsolicited offers currently on file.
New Canaan, Fairfield, Connecticut
Commissioners asked transfer-station staff to prepare a public spreadsheet showing monthly tonnages, vendors and payments and discussed using Planet New Canaan or another third party to publish the data. Staff said monthly totals and high-level categories are available but finer breakdowns are not.
Benton Harbor, Berrien County, Michigan
Committee members discussed missed opportunities to capture local broadband data for BEAD eligibility and asked staff to extract existing survey and sensor data for Benton Harbor; staff noted that some areas were previously ruled "served" because of existing coaxial service.
Uvalde County, Texas
The county accepted a roads report covering maintenance, pothole repairs, brush removal and post-flood debris clearing; the road administrator announced Cody Taylor as assistant road administrator (effective 12/01/2025) and commissioners pressed for equipment-repair timelines.
Coeur d'Alene, Kootenai County, Idaho
The City of Coeur d'Alene will begin its Leaf Fest neighborhood leaf pickup on Nov. 12, collecting an estimated 2,000 tons (about 800 truckloads) and mulching leaves for reuse to reduce nutrient runoff to the lake and keep yard waste out of landfills.
Town of Newburgh, Warrick County, Indiana
Town of Newburgh staff and an architect showed designs for a lower‑level library renovation that would relocate the circulation desk, replace flooring, add a study room and a climate‑controlled split HVAC unit for the History Room to protect archival materials. Councillors raised storage and artifact‑ownership questions.
Spokane, Spokane County, Washington
Council members suggested forming a revenue-stabilization/investment work group, a dedicated budget work group for council operations, and a task force to explore a regional fire authority; they also recommended scenario-based planning and workforce development funding to address public safety staffing shortages.
Uvalde County, Texas
Uvalde County Commissioners approved the Frio River Estate subdivision plat after developers consolidated lots to meet TCEQ wastewater-size requirements and secured water service; commissioners also required the missing street names be added to the recorded plat.
Spokane, Spokane County, Washington
The Tacky Committee recommended awarding about 15–16 applicants from roughly 28 applications, with total awards reported at about $86,000 (committee also mentioned a possible $1,000 marketing supplement and a proposed 3-month grace period for events that do not occur as scheduled).
El Centro, Imperial County, California
In an annual address, city presenters outlined a balanced FY25–26 budget, investments in public safety and infrastructure and expanded community programs, including a $200,000 grant for a Downtown and Civic Center Master Plan and a new mass notification system.
Spokane, Spokane County, Washington
Staff reported hotel-motel lodging tax revenues are trending roughly $1 million above projections (approximately $5.5 million total), prompting a year-end adjustment; a resolution was presented to appoint Skyler Brown as director of grants management, which staff said formalizes a filled position; no committee vote was recorded in the transcript.
Newton City, Middlesex County, Massachusetts
DPW requested removing the no-left-turn restriction into the Langley Road lot; residents reported backups and safety worries at Beacon/Center. After heated public comment and staff explanation that signs had been removed in error, the council voted 5–0 to hold the change as a monitored trial rather than make a permanent removal.
Columbia County, Georgia
No civic articles: promotional holiday announcement, not a civic meeting.
Spokane, Spokane County, Washington
City staff told the Finance & Administration Committee the annual Granicus GovQA public-records platform renewal for 12/1/2025–11/30/2026 exceeds $50,000 due to CPI increases; staff said they will explore alternatives and potential fee changes to recoup labor for complex requests.
Town of Speedway, Marion County, Indiana
At its Nov. 24 meeting the Speedway Town Council voted unanimously to approve a resolution endorsing an alcohol permit for PVFG Holding LLC, a $27,274.51 change order on 25th Street reconstruction, a $3,889.50 interior cell signal booster purchase, adoption of the 2026 salary ordinance, selection of USI as property/casualty broker, and approval of claims totaling $2,577,087.98.
Elkhart County, Indiana
Elkhart County stormwater staff described a community-based education event scheduled Feb. 25–26 featuring hands-on demonstrations, a feature presentation and bus tours of the Brinkley RV project; registration will be free and is expected to open shortly after Thanksgiving.
Middleton, Dane County, Wisconsin
Commissioners heard hotel partners report strong ADR improvements but weaker occupancy and a sharp drop in future group booking pace; staff reported year-to-date revenue metrics, a $214,000 distribution to Destination Madison so far, and a multi-year contract ending in 2026 to watch during renewal.
Newton City, Middlesex County, Massachusetts
After residents argued the temporary trial signage left Dalton Road without official restrictions, the Traffic Council voted 5–0 to restore the original daytime no-parking regulation (no parking 8 AM–5 PM, except Sundays and holidays) for both sides of Dalton Road (TPR1007).
Town of Speedway, Marion County, Indiana
The Town of Speedway accepted a $35,000 seed grant from the National Fitness Campaign to build an outdoor fitness court at Leonard Park featuring a body-weight fitness area and a separate studio space for classes; council approved the resolution unanimously.
Elkhart County, Indiana
The board awarded a $12,000 demolition contract for 51606 Denny Street, approved a standard independent-contractor agreement with American StructurePoint per county ordinance, and approved task orders for engineering assessments on Bridges 407 and 362.
Committee on Higher Education, New York City Board & Committees, New York City, New York County, New York
CUNY program directors and John Jay College testified that ASAP and ACE substantially raise completion rates, with specific campus practices (CUSP, Apple Corps, winter/summer acceleration) delivering notable results; witnesses asked the council to expand baseline funding and pilot part‑time Flex supports.
Newton City, Middlesex County, Massachusetts
City planners presented survey and observational data on the Langley Road Triangle plaza and recommended extending the pilot through 2026 while implementing targeted parking reallocations (Lyman one-way, employee parking redistribution, meter kiosks). After public comment, the council voted to hold the plaza trial and related parking items for a longer-term trial or staged implementation.
Middleton, Dane County, Wisconsin
The commission approved three destination partnership grants: Ice Age Trail Alliance ($10/room up to $5,000), Stonehorse Green ($5,000 toward shade infrastructure), and WISTCA ($5,000). Staff will send award letters and outline post-event reporting and qualification rules for room-night claims.
Committee on Higher Education, New York City Board & Committees, New York City, New York County, New York
Council Chair Eric Dinowitz and CUNY officials discussed systemwide 6‑year graduation rates (bachelor 57.9%, associate 36.5%), pandemic effects, and whether the university’s 2030 targets and investments such as OmniCards, internships and emergency funds can raise on‑time completion.
Middleton, Dane County, Wisconsin
A consultant’s organizational assessment found Visit Middleton performs well for its budget but lacks capacity and community engagement; consultant Bill of DML Pros recommended adding one outreach/marketing staffer, quarterly town halls, clearer grant procedures, and renegotiating Destination Madison partnership terms so Middleton’s $260,000 yields proportionate benefits.
Weber County Commission, Weber County Commission and Boards, Weber County, Utah
Commissioners approved prior minutes, voted to enter and then leave a closed session on real property and pending litigation, and adjourned. No binding decisions were recorded on guardrail removal or boundary adjustment; staff were directed to follow up.
Weber County Commission, Weber County Commission and Boards, Weber County, Utah
Weber County staff explained a requested minor county-boundary adjustment involving property that straddles Weber and Cache counties; commissioners asked staff to contact Cache County officials and prepare joint-hearing materials and a draft resolution required under state law.
Elkhart County, Indiana
Kristen Edson was introduced as the new executive director of the Elkhart Public Library. During public comment, a Middlebury resident questioned recurring 6% salary increases at a nearby library and said the director's pay would reach $111,000 in 2026, urging fiscal oversight.
Brown County, Texas
Brown County commissioners accepted a resignation, approved the appointment of David Bechtold to fill the county treasurer vacancy effective Jan. 1, 2026, approved a $57,001.90 budget adjustment moving a salary to the elections office effective this month, adjusted the burn-ban status for one week and authorized payment of bills. The board set its next meeting for Dec. 1.
Newton City, Middlesex County, Massachusetts
After mixed public comment, the Traffic Council approved a 'no parking here to corner' sign on Bristol Road located 55 feet north of Commonwealth Avenue (TPR1005) to improve sight lines at a carriageway entrance; vote was 5–0.
Carroll County, Iowa
The board approved payables totaling $274,428.72 and discussed a previously approved $25,000-per-year Merchant Park commitment that was not invoiced; staff will prepare a budget amendment and set a hearing next week. Speakers also previewed capital amendments for an ambulance roof and scheduled four nonprofits to present next meeting.
Weber County Commission, Weber County Commission and Boards, Weber County, Utah
Commissioners discussed a draft agreement allowing landowners to remove county-installed guardrail at Powder Mountain if they accept liability and stormwater responsibilities. Several commissioners opposed approvals while the road remains public; staff were directed to wait for privatization or alternate access and to consider insurance naming the county as additional insured.
Elkhart County, Indiana
Elkhart County commissioners approved advertising bids for upgrades to the landfill gas collection system (increasing header pipes from 10–12 inches to 18–24 inches to improve flow for an RNG facility) and for a roughly 20-acre cell expansion to be bid in two 10-acre pieces; a pre-bid meeting is set for Dec. 16 and bids will open Jan. 8.
Newton City, Middlesex County, Massachusetts
After hearing staff observations that four newly added meters shortened the left-turn pocket and caused vehicles to cross the double yellow, the Traffic Council rescinded the earlier approval and voted 5–0 to remove the four parking meters near Saint Jude Gate (TPR1004).
FARIBAULT PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Boards, Minnesota
At its Nov. 4 meeting the Faribault Public School District policy committee voted to send a package of personnel and student-health policies to the school board; debate centered on gender-identity wording in the equal-employment policy and whether minors can consent to some school-related health services without parental notification.
Department of Homeland Security
At a public event at MSP, Secretary Kristi Noem said Temporary Protected Status (TPS) was designed as a temporary measure, referenced its origin for countries such as Somalia, and said the program will be evaluated according to statutory timelines and processes.
Greenwood, Johnson County, Indiana
The Greenwood Board of Zoning Appeals unanimously approved minutes for Oct. 27 and Nov. 10, 2025, and reaffirmed written findings of fact for multiple prior variance petitions (BZA 2025‑028, 031, 032, 033, 039 and related items).
Carroll County, Iowa
County approved a utility permit allowing Raccoon Valley Electric (for Vacuum Valley) to install roughly a half-mile of overhead power poles crossing the road to a new site; work is overhead only. The motion carried with one abstention.
City of Bandera, Bandera County, Texas
The council approved consent minutes, reviewed a code enforcement report for September–October and voted to postpone consideration of hotel occupancy tax allocations until the first December meeting so EDC actions and year-end revenues can be reflected.
Department of Homeland Security
At an event at Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, DHS Secretary Kristi Noem announced the department and TSA will invest more than $1,000,000,000 in new scanning, X‑ray and AIT equipment, to be deployed over the coming months, calling it the largest tech investment in over a decade.
Greenwood, Johnson County, Indiana
At its Nov. 24 meeting the Greenwood Board of Zoning Appeals approved a reduced front‑setback and a conditional transparency variance for a proposed Fairfield Inn, granted a church an accessory‑structure variance for a maintenance garage, and denied a request to increase directional sign size at Valdosta Hospital. All votes were 5–0.
City of Bandera, Bandera County, Texas
The council agreed to move its Nov. 11 meeting to Nov. 12 because of Veterans Day, set canvassing to occur between Nov. 12–18 with as few as two people, and asked staff to return grant and financial materials at the next meeting once spreadsheets are complete.
Department of Homeland Security
DHS Secretary Kristi Noem and Minnesota TSA leaders announced $10,000 cash bonuses for nominated TSA employees at Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport, and three officers described family hardships they endured while keeping checkpoints open during a 43‑day government shutdown.
Hampton Township, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania
Council adopted Resolution No. 1117 to update and simplify community center membership fees (most last raised in 2017), and approved contracts through the Checog Hall Commodities Purchasing Program for calcium chloride and snow‑plow blades.
City of Bandera, Bandera County, Texas
An unidentified official read and the City of Bandera City Council accepted the canvass of November city council election results by verbal agreement; the reading listed candidate totals and showed a reported turnout of 36.92%. Two agenda items were deferred to the next meeting.
City of Bandera, Bandera County, Texas
The City of Bandera heard a presentation from Traylor & Associates on a Texas Department of Agriculture CDBG RED grant (CRC 23-0540) covering downtown parking and sidewalks and voted to adopt an amended resolution naming authorized signatories for the grant.
Hampton Township, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania
Council released $620,025 of improvement security for the First National Bank revised site plan (retaining $10,000 for pond seating), unanimously approved the Rylands subdivision subject to conditions, and approved a $10,000 change order for Strategic Solutions to complete the zoning/SALDO rewrite.
Newton City, Middlesex County, Massachusetts
The Newton Traffic Council voted 5–0 to install a stop sign on Jacobs Terrace at Hartman Road (TPR1003) after a brief presentation and public comment; staff said the sign clarifies right of way, and the installation is expected after the appeal period and DigSafe review.
Carroll County, Iowa
The county board approved two secondary-roads drain repairs: a cracked 10-inch tile near Litterdale (about 60 feet) and a 6-inch tile blowout northeast of Lauderdale. Staff described shallow cover and repair tie-ins; the motion passed unanimously.
Whatcom County, Washington
Members discussed adopting a land-acknowledgement statement based on a 2021 Lummi Indian Business Council resolution and recommended further steering-committee conversations to ensure inclusion of neighboring tribes and appropriate government-to-government practices.
Wisconsin Rapids, Wood County, Wisconsin
Following a public budget hearing, electors at a Grand Rapids special town meeting moved to set the town tax rate at $2.80 per $1,000 of assessed value, clarified loan payment timing in the budget packet, approved prior minutes and left the hourly pay for elected town employees unchanged at $16.
Chester, Delaware County, Pennsylvania
Staff proposed a substantial amendment to reallocate roughly $250,000 in prior-year CDBG administration/contingency funds to the Chester Park Bandshell improvements project; council asked staff to verify line-item math in the resolution before Wednesday.
Town of Sahuarita, Pima County, Arizona
At a one‑day retreat, the Town of Sahuarita council, town manager and staff worked with consultants to turn survey input into 27 proposed key objectives and to align those objectives with a new priority‑based budgeting tool; council revised language on outreach, infrastructure and program accessibility and asked staff to finalize wording within a week.
Chester, Delaware County, Pennsylvania
Representatives from Apex Automotive challenged the planned award of the on-call towing contract (Resolution 138), saying the selection committee reviewed the wrong lot and misapplied zoning; council said it will circulate the submission to the selection committee for review but did not table the item.
Fitchburg Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
The Fitchburg School Committee voted unanimously Nov. 4 to accept roughly $5.6 million in federal and state grants, including a Title I allocation of $2,852,858 to support district interventionists, plus Title II, III, IV, Perkins, Early College, multilingual/newcomer and McKinney‑Vento funding.
City of Bandera, Bandera County, Texas
The council approved a 4-0 motion authorizing Tony to meet with the landowner's attorney and the city's attorney to pursue land agreements connected to wastewater treatment plant acquisition discussions; the vote followed an executive session and does not by itself approve a purchase.
Oklahoma County, Oklahoma
During two linked sessions on Nov. 21, Oklahoma County recorded routine votes to approve Nov. 10 minutes, received ARPA project reports from the owner's representative, and adjourned; no citizen comments were recorded.
Hampton Township, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania
The EMS chief reported monthly and year‑to‑date call volumes and said an unplanned ambulance purchase (~$300,000) was needed after repeated mechanical failures. Senator Williams pledged $214,000 toward the ambulance, with other lawmakers assisting.
Whatcom County, Washington
At the Nov. 24 IPRTF meeting, the county public defender and a prosecutor disagreed over whether diversion must occur prior to criminal charging to be "true diversion," with the public defender calling for pre-charge diversion programs and the prosecutor urging multiple diversion pathways that sometimes include court oversight.
Whatcom County, Washington
Whatcom County's incarceration-prevention task force reviewed a 2022 sequential intercept map, cataloged existing diversion programs from pre-arrest through reentry, and set a February workshop to produce an operational product for use in implementation planning; officials stressed the need for data and coordination, not just new programs.
Yeadon, Delaware County, Pennsylvania
At the meeting the council approved prior minutes, authorized advertising the preliminary 2026 budget, approved a temporary holiday pause on certain parking enforcement, hired a public works employee and approved termination of a billing account; handicap parking requests were reviewed with a recommendation to deny based on off‑street parking evidence.
Fitchburg Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
Three elementary principals told the Nov. 4 School Committee about school improvement plans: Crocker reported progress on math but a 32% accountability percentile; McKay remained at a 6th‑percentile rating and described a new "house" leadership structure; Rheingold reported attendance year‑to‑date at 95.3% and detailed an absence‑intervention protocol.
Oklahoma County, Oklahoma
The owner's representative updated the county on ARPA-funded courthouse and related projects — elevators, annex, court-clerk spacing and a behavioral health building — and reported unfavorable column test results in the ICB remodel that may require structural steel and raise additional costs and testing decisions.
Malden City, Middlesex County, Massachusetts
The Malden Zoning Board of Appeals granted petition 25-013 for an accessible first-floor addition at 38 Floral Ave, approving variances for setbacks and coverage on the condition that the applicant submit revised plans showing the addition without a rear deck and with a patio and ramp for outdoor access.
Chester, Delaware County, Pennsylvania
City officials described the 2026 budget as balanced but austere, noted an estimated $43 million pension liability, and confirmed a first reading Wednesday and a Dec. 8 public hearing (set for 1 p.m.). Council clarified earned-income-tax rates and a 1% Act 205 pension designation.
Fitchburg Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
At the Nov. 4 Fitchburg School Committee meeting, Lieutenant Jeffrey Howe and school resource officers described responding to a stabbing at Goodrich Academy, praised principal Jen Fisher and staff for their handling of the incident, and confirmed a new bilingual SRO, Ishmael Sanchez, had been assigned to Memorial Middle School.
Congressman Blake Moore, Utah Senators and Congress Representatives, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
An unidentified speaker in a committee session defended Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) as widely used tools that can increase affordability and urged colleagues to consider a bipartisan bill recently introduced in committee, arguing policy change rather than subsidies is needed.
California Volunteers, Agencies under Office of the Governor, Executive, California
The Trinidad Coastal Land Trust opened a free, self-checkout beach wheelchair at Saunders Park in Trinidad, assembled by College Corps fellows; users can obtain a code and check out a chair without staff assistance to improve coastal access for people of all abilities.
Columbia Falls, Flathead County, Montana
The wastewater PER shows Columbia Falls’ treatment plant is meeting current permits but is projected to hit capacity by 2028–2032 under baseline growth; models also identify overcapacity gravity mains, stressed lift stations and no permanent backup power at stations, prompting recommendations for upgrades and redundancy.
Yeadon, Delaware County, Pennsylvania
Borough finance staff presented a preliminary 2026 budget proposing a 1.5‑mill tax increase driven by contract, healthcare and insurance cost pressures; council approved advertising the budget and set a public hearing for the first Thursday in December.
Columbia Falls, Flathead County, Montana
Consulting engineers told residents Columbia Falls has generally good pressures and meets minimum storage but is slightly short of source capacity for maximum‑day demand and has localized fire‑flow and head‑loss problems; an additional well, redundant storage and transmission upgrades are recommended.
Pennington County, South Dakota
The commission approved the consent calendar (with continuations of items 5 and 9), several plats and permits, and recommended three ordinance amendments to the Board of Commissioners. A withdrawn application and clerical corrections were noted.
Yeadon, Delaware County, Pennsylvania
A utility representative briefed the Yeadon Borough Council and residents on a state‑ and federally driven service‑line replacement program that inventories and replaces lead or galvanized water lines at no direct cost, described the half‑day replacement process, and asked residents to verify materials and sign replacement contracts.
Kerr County, Texas
County staff opened three bids for the 2025 disaster-recovery bridge rehabilitation project: a local bid near $2.0 million and two lower bids around $1.0–1.06 million. The court received the bids and referred them to the county engineer for evaluation and award recommendation in December.
Boise City, Boise, Ada County, Idaho
Commissioners heard updates that airlines are building a multi-phase fuel farm (targeting 7–10 days of on-site supply), interior work on a consolidated rental-car facility will hand off to tenants in March, and schematic design for a new concourse is due in December; Hensel Phelps is named contractor for related construction work.
Pennington County, South Dakota
The commission on Nov. 24 recommended updates to zoning definitions, tightened special animal-keeping rules (limiting roosters outside agricultural districts) and strengthened nuisance enforcement (14‑day option notice), while commissioners and the county attorney debated how state law on 1‑mile extraterritorial jurisdiction affects enforcement.
Hampton Township, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania
Council approved a four‑year extension with Jordan Tax Service to collect township real‑estate taxes for 2026–2029. Staff said a competing bid from Berkheimer would save roughly $812 annually but recommended Jordan because of onsite staffing and familiarity with local fees.
Kerr County, Texas
Following post-flood review, Kerr County commissioners adopted an order delegating burn-ban authority back to precinct commissioners with restrictions (burn during daylight hours only, wind-speed limits, and other safety measures); the court voted unanimously and emphasized that residents must check the burn-ban hotline before burning.
Hampton Township, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania
The council authorized advertisement of an RFP for a $1.5 million tax anticipation note to cover an upcoming January debt service payment and approved a contingent transfer of up to $300,000 from the 2025 general fund to the 2026 capital improvement program.
Kerr County, Texas
Kerr County agreed to provide emergency funding to pay outstanding legal fees related to acquiring 54+ acres adjacent to Kerrville–Kerr County Airport, approving a $127,000 request to be split 50/50 with the city; county share cited at about $63,820 and motion passed unanimously with staff citing pending TxDOT reimbursement.
Sandy Springs, Fulton County, Georgia
Residents described parks added since cityhood and a community fundraising project centered on painted 'town turtles' that brought neighbors together and raised money for local causes.
Sheboygan City, Sheboygan County, Wisconsin
The committee recommended granting a change-of-agent application for ALDI on Taylor Drive and a new Class B beer license for P Bros LLC operating as Penn Avenue Pub, subject to inspections, insurance, fees and compliance with state statute and Sheboygan Municipal Code.
Sandy Springs, Fulton County, Georgia
City staff described day-to-day duties from stormwater and tree care to police bicycle patrols and fire-response routines, explaining how small teams and specialized roles support city services.
Sheboygan City, Sheboygan County, Wisconsin
Assistant Fire Chief informed the committee the department will begin encrypting its primary dispatch channel and several private channels later this year or early next year to protect firefighter safety and citizen privacy; county committees have approved the change and records requests remain an avenue for access to past transmissions.
Boise City, Boise, Ada County, Idaho
Airport leadership told the Boise Airport Commission that dense fog plus a failure of FAA-maintained navigational equipment prevented aircraft from using runways on a busy Thanksgiving day, causing delays and diversions; the session also reviewed routine maintenance closures, a brief five-minute crash-related closure and passenger trends.
Fairfax Town, Marin County, California
The commission approved a revocable encroachment permit to legalize portions of a garage, a driveway deck, three retaining walls and about 171 sq ft of front entry deck at 69 Pine Drive after staff concluded the existing improvements in the Pine Drive right‑of‑way do not create safety or visibility problems.
Fairfax Town, Marin County, California
Planning staff told the commission the town will seek an urgency ordinance to update ADU rules before Jan. 1 to preserve local provisions, will work on open‑space element updates for 2026 to meet state environmental‑justice rules, and plans a holistic Dark Sky policy with public works input.
Fairfax Town, Marin County, California
The Fairfax Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit and a combined side‑yard setback variance to legalize a partially constructed 120‑square‑foot detached home office at 76 Frastock/Frustock Avenue, with one commissioner recused and a Ross Valley Fire requirement for a sprinkler.
Sandy Springs, Fulton County, Georgia
Longtime residents and local officials recalled the decades-long campaign to incorporate Sandy Springs, described the city charter process and election that created the city, and credited volunteers and first officials for shaping local services and civic life.
Madison Metropolitan School District, School Districts, Wisconsin
The Madison Metropolitan School District board voted unanimously to move into a closed session under Wis. Stat. § 19.85(1)(g) to consult with legal counsel about litigation strategy; the public record shows no further details.
Torrington, Northwest Hills County, Connecticut
At a special meeting on Nov. 21, 2025, the Board of Finance voted to go into executive session "pursuant to CGR," and agreed to invite Assessor Stacy Maldonado and Mayor Lehi Spino to join; vote count was not specified on the record.
Sheboygan City, Sheboygan County, Wisconsin
The licensing hearings and public safety committee recommended the City Council approve acceptance and expenditure of a $24,112 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant to reimburse shared drug-unit expenses; the police chief said $14,000 is federal and $9,000 is state funding.
Gloucester City, Essex County, Massachusetts
Tetra Tech presented a revised landscaping plan for the water pollution control facility at 50 Essex Ave.; commissioners expressed concern that the plan replaces 37 trees with 35 and asked for delineation of invasive species removal, more screening plantings and a wetland scientist site visit. The commission continued the matter to Dec. 3.
Coffey County, Kansas
The board approved tax abatements, vendor payments including a $128,002.74 pay application for Kilo Construction, a payroll notice for Chris Lawson, a fiber-network service agreement, a 120-case paper purchase, and authorized advertising to hire one communications technician.
Coffey County, Kansas
The board approved Resolution No. 2025-964 adopting the Lake Region Solid Waste Management Plan, a seven-county regional plan; the Lake Region Solid Waste Authority presented minor annual updates and staff will submit the authorization package to the state in January.
Gloucester City, Essex County, Massachusetts
Councilor Jeff Worthley’s petition to rezone a group of East Main Street parcels from Marine Industrial (MI) to Neighborhood Business (NB) drew supporters wanting more flexible uses and opponents urging protection of the working waterfront; the board scheduled a site visit and continued the hearing to Dec. 4 for further study.
Mount Vernon City, School Districts, Ohio
Alan Helser presented an 8½-foot piece of baleen from a bowhead whale and offered to donate it to Mount Vernon High School for public display and student learning; trustees thanked him and asked staff to coordinate placement and an informational placard.
Coffey County, Kansas
Economic development staff will advertise a request for proposals for engineering services tied to a RAISE grant for countywide trails; commissioners agreed to a Dec. 1–Jan. 1 application window and authorized staff to proceed, with no county costs to be incurred until the grant agreement is fully executed.
Gloucester City, Essex County, Massachusetts
The commission approved NOI0283076, permitting removal and repair of bog bridges at 481 Western Ave., contingent on completion of a Natural Heritage-approved botany survey in spring and use of black locust timbers; commission also required reporting of survey results before work begins.
Peoria County, Illinois
An email from Mike Brooks of the Veterans Assistance Commission reported assistance metrics including counts of veterans receiving benefits, active claims and appeals, and recent walk-in service counts; the report was read into the committee record.
Department of Agriculture, State Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Colorado
Marisa Aguilar, a staff member with a migrant education and work program, told the meeting her team has provided outpatient substance-use services in the San Luis Valley for about 18 months and urged more outreach, language access and use of tablets to connect agricultural workers to care.
Coffey County, Kansas
After a public hearing, the Coffey County Board of Commissioners approved a special-use permit and Resolution No. 2025-963 to allow a 200-foot wireless communications tower for county emergency communications; the decision includes a condition tying tower use to county emergency services.
Peoria County, Illinois
County planning staff said they are conducting interactive mapping, event booths and targeted "future talks" to gather public input for the comprehensive land-use plan, with partner distribution by the Peoria County Farm Bureau and a project website for input.
Fishers City, Hamilton County, Indiana
The commission approved an amendment to move a taxpayer agreement for the Union Crossing project from Parcel 6 to Parcel 5 (the Chicken and Pickle parcel) without increasing the city's obligation, and adopted the 2026 redevelopment spending plan required by state statute.
Geary County, Kansas
After revisiting a previously proposed comprehensive operational audit, commissioners discussed its high estimated cost (~$50,000), vendor availability, and whether to phase studies by department; staff was asked to solicit quotes for a narrower Public Works audit and return with scopes and budgets.
Peoria County, Illinois
Supervisor of Assessments Chad Jones said the office is focused on board review appeals, including commercial appeals, and reported several township assessor retirements effective Jan. 1; staff are assisting townships with recruiting replacements to avoid the county assuming their work.
Mount Vernon City, School Districts, Ohio
Trustees were told state legislative changes and Ohio Department of Education guidance require districts to adopt or update cell-phone/PCD policies; the superintendent said the district's current approach mostly aligns, but ODE's interpretation of 'instructional day' narrows where phones may be used and the board will review a draft in December before adopting by January.
Geary County, Kansas
Raquel Singo, the county CVV director, presented a year-long trade-show plan and a three-year billboard renewal; commissioners voted to prioritize nearby outdoor/sports shows (Denver, Omaha, Oklahoma City, Wichita and Kansas shows) and asked staff to renegotiate billboard pricing and return with clearer contract terms.
Peoria County, Illinois
The Land Use Committee approved a text amendment removing a numerical cap on consecutive building permits from the Unified Development Ordinance after a circuit court found that restriction belongs in the building code; staff said a future Chapter 12 amendment will address permit timeframes and potential fee changes.
Boston City, Suffolk County, Massachusetts
City officials told the Boston City Council Committee on Ways and Means on Nov. 24 that a $2,607,000 Massachusetts Gaming Commission community mitigation grant would direct roughly $1,000,000 toward a Harbour Walk extension in Charlestown and about $622,000 to public-safety programs, with project completion targeted for 2027.
Mount Vernon City, School Districts, Ohio
The Mount Vernon City school board agreed to confirm participation in an Ohio Facility Construction Commission (OFCC) master-plan segment after staff said the district must return a signed resolution by Nov. 26 to retain its place for state funding. The plan proposes three new elementary schools and major high-school renovation; the packet lists roughly $18 million in required items the state will not co-fund.
Gloucester City, Essex County, Massachusetts
The Gloucester Planning Board granted a Watershed Protection Overlay District special permit and minor modification for Upper Banjo LLC's 25‑unit cluster development, contingent on six engineering conditions and revised plan sheets that show watershed boundaries and deed/HOA restrictions.
Carroll County Public Schools, School Boards, Maryland
Staff told the board FY25 year‑end fund balance is about $7.2 million (below target), the local infrastructure renewal account has been largely spent, and rising costs for utilities, insurance, devices and charter start‑ups combine with Blueprint reporting to tighten FY27 choices.
Fishers City, Hamilton County, Indiana
The commission approved a $1,980,000 grant agreement transferring acquisition funds to the Town Hall Building Corporation to buy two properties — the Chicken and Pickle parcel and a lot on South Street behind First Internet Bank — for future redevelopment and eventual transfer to the redevelopment commission.
Oklahoma County, Oklahoma
The board approved retirement benefits for Steven Schottenkirk (District 3), Thomas Harlow (county clerk's office), Jacob Benedict (public defender's office), and Andre Hayes (juvenile services) following staff confirmations that each qualifies for retirement.
Carroll County Public Schools, School Boards, Maryland
Superintendent presented a year‑by‑year reconstruction of cuts since FY09 — including hundreds of staff reductions and program eliminations — and told the board those past reductions limit the district's options for balancing FY27 without harming services.
Fishers City, Hamilton County, Indiana
The Fishers Redevelopment Commission approved a resolution to expand interim financing parameters for the CityView mixed‑use project, authorize higher lease rentals and interest rates, and amend public‑lease premises by releasing roads paid down under a 2016 financing so they can be used for the CityView project.
Peoria County, Illinois
Peoria County Treasurer Stacy Raker reported the county's Nov. 10 tax sale included 2,101 real estate parcels; 1,514 went to tax buyers and 587 went to the trustee. Final distribution is being prepared for Dec. 4 with interest distribution the following week.
Oklahoma County, Oklahoma
Finance staff reported the forfeiture account held approximately $1.7 million through October; $731,000 was diverted to the pension plan as the annual contribution and will reduce next month's reported balance to roughly $1,000,032 when posted.
Carroll County Public Schools, School Boards, Maryland
At a work session, Carroll County Public Schools staff told the board that enrollment declines, Blueprint program accounting and uncertain state revenue will constrain FY27 choices; staff said consultant methodology and a county funding increase provide relief but many details remain until the governor's January budget.
Oklahoma County, Oklahoma
The board received a letter from the state auditor noting a CPA peer-review for the period ending 06/30/2022 did not pass; the board voted to receive the letter and will revisit the next peer-review report when it is completed by year-end.
Peoria County, Illinois
Elizabeth Gannon reported a quiet local filing period with no local contested primary races; she said there are several state/federal challenges and that Dec. 17 is the first day to request vote-by-mail for the March election, with ballots mailed about 40 days prior (~Feb. 1).
Peoria County, Illinois
Peoria County's clerk office reported an outreach program 'Clerking on the Move' with stops at Elmwood and Brimfield libraries already completed and upcoming visits Dec. 3 in Chillicothe and Dec. 12 at 'Lily m Evans' in Princeville, offering hands-on assistance and website navigation.
Gloucester City, Essex County, Massachusetts
The commission approved adding two pilings to stabilize a 120-foot floating dock at 253 East Main St., conditioned on any Chapter 91 licensing and measures to prevent grounding during barge work; Shellfish and Harbormaster raised no objections but asked for debris removal conditions.
Garfield Heights City Schools, School Districts, Ohio
At a Nov. 24 special work session, the Garfield Heights City School District board approved a resolution accepting updated tax rates after the county supplied revised rates and set a submission deadline of Nov. 26; board members then adjourned at 6:03 p.m.
Verona, Dane County, Wisconsin
An AECOM scientist warned chloride from road salt, water softeners and fertilizers is accumulating in Wisconsin waters — potentially pushing local wells to taste levels in decades — while the City of Verona described staff training, salter upgrades and brine practices to reduce salt use.
Gloucester City, Essex County, Massachusetts
The commission ratified an enforcement order and accepted a staged restoration plan for 145 Atlantic Road: remove fill this winter, stabilize soils, and plant native wetland species in spring with two-year monitoring and additional work to address nearby cleared woody vegetation.
Boston City, Suffolk County, Massachusetts
A Boston City Council Ways & Means hearing reviewed four supplemental FY26 appropriations to fund one‑year and multi‑year collective bargaining agreements — including $6.733M for the Boston Police Patrolmen’s Association and $506,452 for the Boston Public Health Commission — with questions on contract length, overtime, sick‑time cashout and a new civilian flagging app. A council vote is expected at the next City Council meeting.
Pequannock Township School District, School Districts, New Jersey
After a compliance statement and roll call, the presiding officer moved to enter executive session; the motion was seconded and approved by voice vote. No reason for the executive session or numerical vote tally was recorded in the transcript.
Department of Agriculture, State Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Colorado
Members said they will broaden outreach to producers, media and Spanish‑speaking communities and announced a kickoff Spanish‑language behavioral health conference in Aurora on Saturday, February 7 (10 a.m.–2 p.m.), with partner organizations and translation support.
State Board of Education, Deparments in Office of the Governor, Organizations, Executive, Tennessee
The board approved a new accountability hearings policy clarifying timelines and required participants, named a hearings committee, and approved the department’s list of 108 priority (CSI) schools for 2024–25 using a multi-year data methodology and bottom‑5% cutoff.
State Board of Education, Deparments in Office of the Governor, Organizations, Executive, Tennessee
The board heard the Tennessee Early Literacy Assessment (TELA) report showing a decline in first‑time pass rates to 35% in year two, prompting questions about candidate preparation, multiple‑attempt pathways and support for educator preparation providers.
State Board of Education, Deparments in Office of the Governor, Organizations, Executive, Tennessee
The State Board of Education approved a series of rule and policy changes on first and final readings, including licensure updates, school health and physical education policies, course access reporting changes, charter rule edits, textbook adoptions and accountability items. Several items passed by roll call; others passed by voice.
Gloucester City, Essex County, Massachusetts
At its Nov. 20 meeting the Gloucester Planning Board approved two ANR (Approval Not Required) plans: a division of 35 Massasoit Road and a division of 354 Main Street, both approved on unanimous roll-call votes following brief presentations and site-visit confirmations.
Department of Agriculture, State Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Colorado
The Agriculture Behavioral Health Working Group voted to approve charter language clarifying attendance expectations and granting the commissioner of agriculture a mechanism to replace members who miss more than four meetings in a year; the charter will be sent to the Colorado Department of Agriculture commissioner for final consideration.
Santa Clara , Santa Clara County, California
Pulte Homes outlined a proposal to replace a 5.5‑acre commercial plaza at 3521 Homestead/Lawrence with 147 for‑sale units, a 5,000‑sq‑ft retail pad and a private 6,000‑sq‑ft park; city staff and residents debated retail loss, displacement of long‑standing small businesses and traffic while staff described RHNA and CEQA steps ahead.
Phil Lyman (R), Utah Governor Race, 2024 -2025 Utah Citizen Journalism, Elections, Utah
An unidentified speaker presented whistleblower documents saying outside CPA audits and an attorney general report show thousands of allegedly fraudulent nominating-petition signatures and inconsistent county verification in Utah's 2024 governor race; claims in the transcript are based on provided documents and are not independently verified.
Gloucester City, Essex County, Massachusetts
Neighbors told the Gloucester Conservation Commission a houseboat stored on the marsh at 91 Wheeler St. has killed marsh vegetation; commissioners agreed it appears to be a violation, asked staff to consult the city solicitor and DEP, and said legal next steps may include an enforcement order or civil remedies.
Corte Madera Town, Marin County, California
Commissioners favored 'Option B' for Town Park playground after a staff presentation about grant funding and designs; they asked staff to investigate adding a net/web climber and to return with a final design and staff report for Town Council consideration on Dec. 16. No formal vote was taken; staff received direction to proceed.
Corte Madera Town, Marin County, California
Parks staff told the commission the March 2025 switch from a key-based system to a QR-enabled online reservation platform produced thousands of reservations, low cancellation rates and clearer usage data; staff say the system is roughly break-even and can inform future facility planning.
Torrington, Northwest Hills County, Connecticut
At a special Zoom meeting on Nov. 21, 2025, the Board of Finance voted to enter an executive session 'pursuant to CGF,' moved by Mrs. Inocido and seconded by Mrs. Stroud; Assessor Stacy Maldonado and Mayor Lehi Spino were invited to join. The body then moved to breakout rooms to conduct the closed session.
Gloucester City, Essex County, Massachusetts
The board continued a public hearing on a proposed zoning amendment that would exclude flagpoles under 30 feet from the definition of "structure" after heavy public opposition citing safety, noise and enforcement gaps; the hearing was continued to Dec. 4 for further review and staff research.
Walker, Kent County, Michigan
Scott Zocco of the Zocco Team told the Made in Walker podcast that Walker-area housing remains a seller's market but is moving toward a more balanced state as rates fall; he cited 1.76 months of supply, urged curb appeal and prudent renovations, and predicted modest rate relief in 2026.
North Penn SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The North Penn School District policy committee voted to send Policy 1 22.1 — a PSBA‑recommended policy affirming adherence to the Equal Access Act for non‑school‑sponsored student groups — to the board for a first reading after a presentation and limited public comment about background checks for outside advisers.