What happened on Thursday, 27 November 2025
Cheektowaga, Erie County, New York
An amendment to the Transit Road site seeking 42 additional parking stalls and a gazebo was referred to the DEC and the traffic-safety committee after the board discussed DOT curb recommendations, vegetative screening and ADA stall implications.
Cheektowaga, Erie County, New York
Planning staff said DEC supplied comments on Oct. 27 and the applicant provided a SHPO no‑impact letter and wetland documentation; the applicant joined virtually and the board tabled the proposal to the December agenda to await DEC and sewer-discharge information.
Cheektowaga, Erie County, New York
The Cheektowaga Planning Board on Nov. 26 tabled an application for a 155-foot disguised ‘mono pine’ wireless tower at Lawson after the applicant did not attend and a wetland delineation remains pending with Costage Engineering and the DEC.
Chase County, Kansas
County staff told commissioners they were not awarded a FEMA AFG vehicle grant, described KDHE guidance to pursue a 20-foot Connex for hazardous household waste operations instead of a new modular building, raised disposal constraints for a contaminated boxcar, and updated commissioners on Safe Streets and infrastructure grant efforts for County Road 227.
Rhinebeck, Dutchess County, New York
The Village of Rhinebeck board adopted a resolution to provide the town with paperwork to secure a building permit for a modest new structure to house pretreatment units for the village water treatment plant, citing Monroe balancing‑test considerations and the plant’s location in the town of Rhinebeck.
El Segundo City, Los Angeles County, California
El Segundo Police Department and EbikeSense ran a hands-on safety class at Center Street School this morning; instructors said many students use improperly fitted helmets or rely on one brake and demonstrated emergency stops and scanning drills. More classes will be listed on the department’s events calendar.
Department of Health Care Access and Information, Agencies under Office of the Governor, Executive, California
Director Michelle Landsberg highlighted California's Calyrex biosimilar insulin program — offering insulin glargine pens at $55 per 5‑pack starting Jan. 1, 2026 — and outlined the state's upcoming application to the federal Rural Health Transformation Program, prioritizing hub‑and‑spoke models, technology, and workforce development.
Department of Health Care Access and Information, Agencies under Office of the Governor, Executive, California
The Health Care Affordability Board paused action and asked staff to return in November after members and public commenters warned a proposed $5 per‑member penalty and modest flat fines would be too weak to compel timely data from large plans and urged steeper, faster escalations and clearer ties to legal remedies.
Chase County, Kansas
At their Nov. 26 meeting, Chase County commissioners approved warrants and payroll, adopted the countys annual solid waste management plan (Resolution 2025-09) after correcting a header date, approved two change orders, and recessed briefly into an executive session on nonelective personnel.
Rapid City, Pennington County, South Dakota
Assistant City Attorney Carla Cushman explained the city council’s prior direction to transfer 144 North Street to the Black Hills Area Council Inc. (Boy Scouts); the committee approved declaring the property surplus, authorizing a deed to the Boy Scouts and a leaseback of adjacent city property for parking.
Boyertown Area SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The board recognized three outgoing directors (Ruth Dierolf, Mary Anne Scott, Jeff Zawada) and received a student representative report highlighting Veterans Day activities, FBLA and drama events, and student-led service projects.
Logansport City, Cass County, Indiana
At its Nov. 26 meeting the Logansport Board of Public Works and Safety approved $704,242.73 in claims, service contracts for upcoming holiday events, an EMS lease and an automatic-aid agreement with Cass County fire services, and waived a $500 code-enforcement fine for a rental property.
Mayor Alex Runagi described a new well that will raise Laguna Beach’s local water reliability to about 66%; State Sen. Tony Strickland backed streamlining fuel-modification permitting through CEQA and pressing for full funding of Prop 36 while warning against one-size-fits-all housing mandates and criticized state spending priorities such as high-speed rail.
Rapid City, Pennington County, South Dakota
Wiss Associates presented a $5.8 million downtown landscape master plan Nov. 26; committee will send the plan to full council without recommendation and approved allocating $53,555 in remaining council contingency funds for string lighting and a mural RFP administered by the Dahl Arts Center.
Jasper City Planning Commission, Jasper, Pickens County, Georgia
The Planning Commission recommended approval of a special-use permit for TrueCraft/Jean Kent Holdings to operate a custom woodworking and millwork facility at 279 Confederate Avenue, with six conditions including no on-site staining or chemical finishing without approvals and screened outdoor storage.
Aurora, DuPage County, Illinois
The BZ and E Committee approved a petition to vacate city and stormwater-control easements at the Norton property (25-0692) as a plat cleanup; staff said the easements were no longer needed following a final plat revision.
Boyertown Area SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Administrators presented the 2026–27 high school program of studies and the board approved it after a contested exchange over equal weighting of Advanced Placement and Dual Enrollment courses; one board member voted "No."
Boyertown Area SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
District finance staff told the board the 2025–26 state budget increases adequacy funding by about $1 million to roughly $3.6 million, eliminates a separate charter school revenue line and opens a $100 million competitive facilities grant; administrators said they will apply and allocate funds to direct programs.
Boyertown Area SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The Boyertown Area School District approved contracts for roofing, HVAC and electrical work at Boyertown Elementary totaling roughly $9.6 million and discussed CO2 detectors and fire-alarm compatibility before final signatures.
Rapid City, Pennington County, South Dakota
Legal & Finance Committee voted Nov. 26 to send Ordinance No. 6698 to full council without recommendation. The draft would require annual registration (fee under $100), a state lodging license where applicable, a six‑month compliance window, two off‑street parking spaces, and occupancy capped at two people per bedroom plus two sofa sleepers; homes with more than five bedrooms would require a conditional use permit.
On Fair Game Laguna, State Sen. Tony Strickland said he campaigned against Prop 50, arguing the redistricting it enables creates "predetermined elections" that split communities and undercut competition; host Tom Johnson and Mayor Alex Runagi agreed local representation could be harmed.
Boyertown Area SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Policy committee accepted administrative regulations for comprehensive planning, updated district vision/mission, reviewed 2025 academic standards and Title IX/discrimination policy updates, and discussed staff nondiscrimination and lactation administrative regulations; FMLA eligibility for staff was clarified.
Aurora, DuPage County, Illinois
The BZ and E Committee approved a conditional-use permit and final-plan revision allowing a ~2,000 sq ft drive-through building and related parking changes at Oakhurst Center (404 North Yolo Road); petitioner said no tenant is yet signed.
Jasper City Planning Commission, Jasper, Pickens County, Georgia
Planning commissioners recommended reducing required parking from 127 to 108 spaces for a planned 25,400 sq. ft. mixed-use center on the condition that a shared-parking agreement is finalized and at least 108 spaces remain onsite.
Jasper City Planning Commission, Jasper, Pickens County, Georgia
The planning commission recommended approval of a special-use permit to add a drive-through restaurant at the Gateway PUD at 319 Mountain Boulevard South, subject to 14 staff conditions aimed at traffic, noise and light mitigation.
Aurora, DuPage County, Illinois
The BZ and E Committee moved to recommend approval of the Orchards Crossing rezoning and plan description while directing staff to draft EV-charger requirements; staff and residents had opposed allowing a gas station, while developers and the Planning & Zoning Commission supported it.
Rapid City, Pennington County, South Dakota
City staff will submit a $1 million EPA planning grant deliverable Dec. 1 that expands greenhouse‑gas planning along the I‑90 corridor from Spearfish to Box Elder; staff recommend a 31% emissions‑reduction scenario and will hold a public presentation Dec. 11.
Maumee City Council, Maumee, Lucas County, Ohio
Council debated proposed charter amendments related to procurement and the city administrator selection process and confronted a rumor that the administration planned to hire former administrator Patrick Birch as a consultant; council members split on whether to table the items until the incoming council.
Chase County, Kansas
County staff updated the board on multiple grant efforts: a FEMA AFG denial for a fire truck, pending Safe Streets for All and rural/bridge grants, a Federal Lands Access Program proposal for City Road 227, siren testing, and a Cedar Point tower repeater update.
Boyertown Area SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Committee reviewed Policy 006.1 on electronic attendance and quorum requirements (last revised 2020); members debated whether in-person majority should remain required during snowstorms or allow full virtual quorums in emergencies; superintendent will take the issue to the committee of the whole for broader input.
Municipal Court of Providence, Providence County, Rhode Island
At the Municipal Court of Providence, the judge handled four cases: an environmental noise summons where the inspector recommended a $100 fine or trial, a speeding case with a vacated default and a $96 fine, a parking ticket rescinded after towing costs were paid, and a parking dispute set for trial after a counselor's plea for leniency.
Chase County, Kansas
County staff said KDHE recommended a Connex shipping-container as a fundable option when resubmitting a hazardous household waste grant, potentially avoiding a $16,000 modular building purchase; the existing boxcar used to store waste may require costly mitigation before disposal.
Maumee City Council, Maumee, Lucas County, Ohio
Council President Barrow announced he would step down as president and remain on council; after a charter clarification motion passed, council nominated and selected Chelsea Ziz as the new council president during the special meeting.
Muncie City, Delaware County, Indiana
On Nov. 26 the board approved minutes, a register of claims totaling $782,297.62, a 4.5% salary resolution for 2026 and the 2026 meeting schedule (first meeting Jan. 7; November moved to Nov. 12).
Jasper City Planning Commission, Jasper, Pickens County, Georgia
The Jasper City Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of a request to deannex about 6 acres owned by Rainy Day Development so the owner can pursue development under Pickens County zoning; staff said the parcel is undeveloped and would remain in the city's water service area.
Muncie City, Delaware County, Indiana
The board approved task order No. 2 with T Y Lynn covering $1,698,000 for design, contract documents and permitting for plant expansion work; the broader program budget previously approved totals $3.5 million.
Muncie City, Delaware County, Indiana
The board approved resolution 2025-15 to have the sanitation department take over trash pickup for city parks (excluding the reservoir) in exchange for a small packer truck donated by the Parks Department.
Muncie City, Delaware County, Indiana
The Muncie Sanitary District said Indiana Department of Environmental Management has formally approved its long-term control plan. District Administrator Rick Conrad announced this Nov. 26 meeting would be his last and reviewed operational updates tied to the plan.
Boyertown Area SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Policy committee proposed clarifying language for Policy 4.1 to standardize selection, require board approval of recommended student representatives, and formalize the student report process; outreach starts in March with board approval targeted for May or June.
Chase County, Kansas
At their Nov. 26 meeting the Chase County commissioners approved warrants, payroll, minutes and adopted Resolution 2025-09 for the county solid-waste management plan; two change orders also passed and a 10‑minute executive session was held with no action reported.
Union County, Illinois
The board accepted the Nov. 14 minutes, approved payment of the presented bill list, and authorized a returning fee bill of $1,044.06; these routine items were approved by motion and recorded assent.
Public Utilities Commission, Governor's Boards and Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Colorado
The commission scheduled a remote commissioners' information meeting on Dec. 11, 2025, organized by the Colorado Electric Transmission Authority to cover reconductoring, advanced technologies, and CETA's bonding authority.
Union County, Illinois
The board approved five-year collective bargaining agreements for several county offices, generally providing a 4% annual raise and adding Juneteenth as a holiday; approvals were made by motion and recorded assent.
Town of Lakeville, Plymouth County, Massachusetts
The Lakeville Select Board unanimously approved several five-year host-community agreements for cannabis businesses (Northeast Alternatives Inc; Twisted Growers Retail LLC at 8 Harding St; Twisted Growers LLC at 415 Millennium Drive) and ratified a medical HCA for Bountiful Farms Inc; the board also voted to hire Arthur Wright as a seasonal snowplow operator at $27.25/hour.
Boyertown Area SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The committee reviewed updates to student-facing Title IX (Policy 103), nondiscrimination for students with disabilities (103.1), staff nondiscrimination (104) and an administrative regulation (104.2) on lactation breaks; changes mostly align district language with federal law and statutory amendments. Staff clarified FMLA eligibility and said revised documents will return for committee and legislative review.
Cheektowaga, Erie County, New York
The board approved site‑plan action and issued a negative declaration for a 6,327 sq ft addition for Dell Hydraulics at 50 Stratman, while noting a DEC wetland delineation and pending permit application; the owner said the expansion will support increased manufacturing and export markets.
Union County, Illinois
The board voted to adopt the combined annual budget and appropriations ordinance covering Dec. 1, 2025–Nov. 30, 2026; the budget was posted as required and commissioners thanked staff for preparing the document.
Public Utilities Commission, Governor's Boards and Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Colorado
Commission staff recommended—and commissioners agreed—that Public Service’s advice letter adding three Pawnee performance incentive mechanisms be allowed to take effect by operation of law; staff said the changes do not affect rates at this time.
Town of Lakeville, Plymouth County, Massachusetts
After a public hearing, the Lakeville Select Board adopted the assessors' recommendation to keep a single tax rate for fiscal 2026 and set the residential factor at 1; assessors projected a $9.74 per $1,000 rate and an average single‑family tax increase of about $170 (2.7%), pending Department of Revenue certification.
Union County, Illinois
The board approved an intergovernmental agreement among Union County and participating municipalities to fund county animal control; two villages were still considering the agreement and expected to review it at December meetings.
Boyertown Area SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Administrators presented the district's comprehensive-planning AR and timeline (kickoff Dec. 15; board approval expected by March), updated district vision/mission aligned to the strategic plan, and reviewed 2025 academic standards updates including new technology/science language and curriculum ties to PDE standards. No policy vote taken.
Union County, Illinois
A workforce representative told Union County commissioners the Southern 14 WIOA program offers classroom training, employer-contracted incumbent-worker training, apprenticeships of up to two years and help funding CDL and OSHA instruction; officials were urged to submit department training needs.
Public Utilities Commission, Governor's Boards and Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Colorado
Advisory staff urged the commission to deny a motion for stay filed by IPP trade groups and instead extended the deadline for responses to revised PPAs to Dec. 15, 2025, with public service reply comments due Jan. 2, 2026.
Boyertown Area SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Committee discussed Policy 006.1 (electronic attendance). Members split on whether a physical majority should be required for quorum during inclement weather or emergencies; the committee declined changes and will discuss the policy at a future committee-of-the-whole meeting.
Cheektowaga, Erie County, New York
The planning board issued a negative declaration for a proposal to demolish an existing structure and add 13,462 sq ft to an existing retail plaza at 2695 Union, noting pedestrian access improvements, increased landscaping and that DOT/stormwater reviews and a 'perm 33' will be required as plans are engineered.
Riverside Local, School Districts, Ohio
After an executive session, the Riverside Local School District Board approved a resolution directing the treasurer to serve a pre-discipline/pre-termination meeting demand upon Dr. Christopher J. Rotino by electronic delivery; the motion passed 3–1.
Governor's Office, Executive , West Virginia
Two West Virginia National Guard members were shot and are in critical condition; authorities say a suspect is wounded and in custody and the motive is unclear. Senator Jim Justice urged prayers and said West Virginia would 'step up' if more troops are requested for Washington, D.C.
Cheektowaga, Erie County, New York
A proposal to add 42 parking stalls and a gazebo next to a dog park at 63‑86 Transit was discussed at length; the Erie County planning and DOT raised screening, curb and wetland buffer issues, and the planning board referred the item to DEC and the Traffic Safety committee for ADA and buffer analysis.
Public Utilities Commission, Governor's Boards and Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Colorado
The Public Utilities Commission waived the remainder of the notice period and moved to approve the Regional Transportation District’s 2026 roadway worker protection plan after staff said the plan aligns with federal and state safety rules.
Boyertown Area SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Members discussed Policy 005's draft limit of three-member committees versus the current two-member practice; supporters said three increases participation while others worried about quorum issues. The policy will be revised and returned for first read.
Riverside Local, School Districts, Ohio
The Riverside Local School District Board voted to engage Stifel as underwriter, remove a prior underwriter reference to RBC Capital Markets from a previous resolution and rescind a certificates of participation resolution; several trustees raised questions about the municipal adviser’s recent resignation and timing of the change.
LaSalle County, Illinois
After extended debate about recruitment, training and cost, the board voted Nov. 26 to table a proposed ordinance changing election-judge per diem (current $185/day) until January; a motion to table passed 12–11. Board members cited comparative county pay surveys and training incentives in the debate.
Cheektowaga, Erie County, New York
The planning board tabled action on a proposed ~53,000 sq ft commercial tire storage and service building at 3419 Broadway after learning a prior negative declaration had been rescinded and the NYS DEC requested additional materials; the applicant provided a SHPO no‑impact letter and wetland work is underway.
Franklin County, Washington
On Nov. 26 Franklin County commissioners authorized the administrator to begin talks with Martin Hall about housing juvenile offenders and delegated authority to the administrator to resolve five vehicle purchases that exceeded the recommended $350,000 limit; both motions passed by voice vote.
Maumee City Council, Maumee, Lucas County, Ohio
Council President Barrow announced he was stepping down; the council adopted a motion clarifying that a president may step down before the term ends and immediately select a replacement, then nominated and voted to install a new council president (nominee Chelsea Ziz accepted).
Cole County, Missouri
Commissioners approved a set of routine contracts, change orders and administrative items on Nov. 26, 2025, including a safe-haven baby box change order and amended ER, an MOU with the Missouri National Guard 7th Civil Support Team, DevNet user increase, asphalt program closeout, IDIcore contract, accounts payable, MEM renewal, three assessor corrections, mechanic toolset purchase and surplus vehicle titles.
Boyertown Area SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The district proposed clarifying Policy 4.1 to specify selection, reporting and approval steps for two student representatives (one junior, one senior), setting outreach in March and board approval by May or June; the item will return for first-read consideration.
Governor's Office, Executive , West Virginia
Two West Virginia National Guard members were hospitalized in critical condition after an attack that left a suspect wounded and in custody; Gov. Jim Justice, speaking on television, offered prayers, praised the Guard and said he had no new investigative details.
Logansport City, Cass County, Indiana
The Logansport RDC approved a $150,000 discretionary line of credit for Habitat for Humanity and $27,000 for career‑center computers, corrected a Baker Tilly invoice amount and accepted routine minutes and financial reports.
Reno County, Kansas
The commission approved the consent agenda containing year‑end fund transfer resolutions and two board appointments (planning commission and public building commission) as routine year‑end housekeeping for audit documentation.
LaSalle County, Illinois
The board approved Abby Craft as chief county assessment officer (term begins 12/01/2025 at a salary noted as $115,801), introduced interim nursing-home administrator Alyanna Mejia, and approved new nursing-home daily rates effective Jan. 1, 2026 (private $252, semi‑private $240, expanded semi‑private $248).
Franklin County, Washington
County officials told commissioners they face roughly a $500,000 sales-tax shortfall and a 55% jump in liability insurance (about $680,000); they also discussed new caseload mandates that may require hiring or contracting additional public defense counsel.
Cole County, Missouri
County staff presented and the commission approved the SFY 2025 GMT cost report: total reimbursement of $427,632, with a nonfederal share of $147,668 (net county share $279,964); staff said increased operating costs and lower CMS reimbursement explain the larger figure and asked for signatures by the end of the day.
Maumee City Council, Maumee, Lucas County, Ohio
At a special Maumee City Council meeting, members debated proposed charter updates to procurement and appointment processes and publicly pressed council leadership about rumors the administration might contract former administrator Patrick Birch; Council President Barrow denied plans to sign such a contract without council approval.
Franklin County, Washington
Franklin County commissioners on Nov. 26 approved a letter urging the Washington State Patrol, WSDOT and the Federal Highway Administration to act after two recent fatal crashes on U.S. Route 395 near Pasco, asking for enhanced patrols, an engineering review and fast-track safety funding.
Reno County, Kansas
Reno County Clerk Jenna Fager and Treasurer Rochelle Calvert presented annual reports noting the county completed the 2025 city and school election with just over 18% turnout and has distributed more than $128.7 million to taxing entities year‑to‑date; officials also described new anti‑fraud measures and customer service improvements.
Reno County, Kansas
The Reno County Board of Commissioners voted to approve a memorandum of understanding with the cities of Hutchinson and South Hutchinson and utility Evergy that pauses annexation of the Evergy project site until construction is finished and sets a framework for service coordination.
Cole County, Missouri
County staff outlined a plan to update the county's building and electrical codes (currently using early-2000s code cycles), hire a citizen building commission, hold public hearings, and aim for adoption in the first quarter of next year.
Cole County, Missouri
After a lengthy discussion about warranty start dates, storage and phased procurement, Cole County commissioners asked staff to return with three procurement options for the Cole County Jail HVAC replacement; commissioners cited engineering estimates ranging from about $1.2 million to $2.6 million.
Logansport City, Cass County, Indiana
Hitchcock Design Group and Eel River Railroad asked the Logansport RDC to fund schematic design ($61,100) and a survey ($78,000) to create a mixed-use trail and preserve short‑line rail potential along an inactive West‑Side corridor, citing student safety, maintenance savings and investor interest.
Monongalia County, West Virginia
Commissioner reports on Nov. 26 highlighted ongoing food distributions and international donations to local food banks, the Monongalia County Health Department’s same‑day 'Healthy Smiles Day' event, and a county early closure at 12:30 p.m. for the Thanksgiving holiday under a gubernatorial proclamation.
LaSalle County, Illinois
The board approved Resolution 25‑30 to remove 0.94 miles of County Highway 20 (Champlain Street) from the county system and separately approved an intergovernmental agreement to form the Peru Midwest Industrial Nexus TIF, which captures incremental tax growth for up to 23 years; the TIF includes multiple taxing districts and a 15% surplus-sharing arrangement.
Scott County, Kentucky
After federal changes to training-provider rules, the court discussed assigning CDL compliance and vehicle-safety duties to an existing employee, asking staff to return with job duties and pay adjustments for formal approval.
LaSalle County, Illinois
The LaSalle County Board adopted the 2025–26 budget and a $32.86 million tax levy Nov. 26 after debate over using accumulated IMRF and Social Security balances and one-time iFiber/ARP proceeds to limit levy increases. The vote on the budget was 18–5; the levy passed 21–2.
Scott County, Kentucky
The court approved hiring two full-time EMTs starting Dec. 1 and four part-time EMTs to fill open shifts; starting hourly rates were read into the record and the court approved the hires by motion.
Cole County, Missouri
Commissioners approved buying $50,000 of Boone County's MoDOT soft-match credits at 65¢ on the dollar (presented as $32,500) to apply toward the Sturbridge Bridge replacement, saving the county an estimated $17,500 of local match expense.
Monongalia County, West Virginia
On Nov. 26, 2025, the Monongalia County Commission approved its consent agenda including vouchers and payroll, confirmed two personnel appointments (assistant prosecuting attorney Brian Shockley and seasonal tubing‑hill attendant Ariana Hess with an amended start date), and authorized a one‑year maintenance agreement with IDEMIA for the county LiveScan fingerprint system.
Cole County, Missouri
County building/planning staff told commissioners they plan to adopt the 2018 building code and 2017 electrical code with county amendments, form a building commission of citizens and hold at least three public hearings; staff said goal is to complete adoption in the first quarter of next year.
Scott County, Kentucky
Scott County agreed to a one-time $5,000 contribution, conditional on a larger state opioid abatement grant application, to support regional recovery coordination and a judicial liaison position the initiative proposes to hire.
Elkhart City, Elkhart County, Indiana
Airport staff told the board the tower is operating on a single frequency after storm/lightning damage; a critical regulator is being manufactured with an estimated one‑month lead time, and crews will replace antennas and older radios to restore range.
Cole County, Missouri
Public works recommended and commissioners approved buying $50,000 of Boone County’s soft‑match credit (for roughly $32,500 as recorded) to reduce local match costs on the Sturbridge Bridge replacement; staff said the transfer must be routed through MoDOT.
Kokomo City, Howard County, Indiana
At its Nov. 26 meeting, the City of Kokomo Board of Public Works and Safety approved multiple equipment purchases, contract modifications, a $20,000 revolving loan to Baddies Trucking LLC, final payments on several projects and the 2026–2028 AFSCME contracts; bids for a bus maintenance facility were received and taken under advisement.
Cole County, Missouri
Commissioners discussed whether to buy all rooftop HVAC units for the Cole County Jail now or phase replacements. Staff gave cost ranges of $1.2 million–$2.6 million and warned about warranty start dates if units are stored. The commission tabled a final procurement decision to next week to return with options.
Elkhart City, Elkhart County, Indiana
The board authorized staff to submit a FAA pre‑application to secure navigation easements (not immediate purchases) to address trees impacting Runway 27 approach minimums; staff identified two priority parcels totaling about 30 acres and said the FAA may reimburse appraisal and legal work.
Elkhart City, Elkhart County, Indiana
City chief of staff Megan Erwin told the airport board the AFSCME master contract holds 2025 pay rates due to state revenue impacts but adds two 15‑minute paid breaks (which may be combined into a paid lunch) and an additional bereavement day for aunts/uncles/nieces/nephews; the board approved the contract.
Elkhart City, Elkhart County, Indiana
At its meeting, the Elkhart City Airport Board approved $104,808,199.70 in claims, ratified hangar leases and lease‑rate changes, awarded maintenance and equipment contracts and accepted FAA grant reimbursements for hangar and runway work.
Scott County, Kentucky
The fiscal court approved renewal of an agreement with The Gathering Place/White Flag Shelter and heard an update that the county's ESG rapid-rehousing funds were renewed, supporting move-in assistance and medium-term rental help for people exiting homelessness.
Cole County, Missouri
Cole County commissioners on Nov. 26 approved a package of contracts and purchases — including a change order and environmental review amendment for a safe‑haven baby box, an MOU with the Missouri National Guard, software and equipment purchases, and the SFY 2025 EMS GMT cost report — and authorized staff to sign related documents.
Muncie City, Delaware County, Indiana
The Board of Sanitary Commissioners in Muncie said IDEM approved its long-term control plan and honored District Administrator Rick Conrad in his final meeting. The board approved an interlocal parks sanitation agreement, a 4.5% salary increase, the 2026 meeting schedule and a $1,698,000 task order with T Y Lin.
Gardner City, Worcester County, Massachusetts
At a Nov. 25 special meeting, the Gardner City Planning Board voted to refer a proposed amendment to Chapter 6.75 that would replace the word 'may' with 'shall' in ADU occupancy language and reiterate that ADUs cannot be sold separately; the board approved the referral by voice vote.
Scott County, Kentucky
The Scott County Fiscal Court on Nov. 26 approved Ordinance 25-03, amending the Georgetown-Scott County zoning code to add definitions and standards for RV campgrounds in certain agricultural/recreational zones; the measure passed on a roll-call vote after a public comment opposing easement requirements.
WORTHINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Boards, Minnesota
The board approved routine and substantive items including agenda and minutes, the 2024–25 audit, tax abatements, SRO agreement, policy 7.22 second reading (to return for third reading), an employee's unpaid leave request, and an expression of interest in allowing an arena on district land.
WORTHINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Boards, Minnesota
District staff presented the Comprehensive Achievement and Civic Readiness report along with the Nobles County Integration Collaborative annual report. The district described gains in some subgroups and ongoing achievement gaps; board accepted both reports.
Jasper City Planning Commission, Jasper, Pickens County, Georgia
The planning commission recommended approval of a special‑use permit allowing a small millwork/manufacturing operation (TrueCraft) in the Mountain City Business Park, subject to conditions including no onsite chemical staining without approval, screening of outdoor storage, ADA restriping, and a required business license. Staff confirmed an active water meter for the property.
Rhinebeck, Dutchess County, New York
The board approved a tree commission–recommended application allowing the removal of five honey locust trees at Beacon Arms, with replacements sourced by the applicant and planning‑board site‑plan conditions governing timing and the number of removals if replacements cannot be planted this year.
Town of Lakeville, Plymouth County, Massachusetts
The board voted to hire Arthur Wright as a seasonal emergency highway (snow‑plow) operator at step 6 ($27.25/hour) based on prior experience and a CDL; motion passed by roll call.
WORTHINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Boards, Minnesota
Auditor Helen Hoefker reported an unmodified (clean) 2024–25 audit with no exceptions. The district's general fund exceeded budget expectations and governmental fund balances rose roughly $6.7 million; board approved the audit.
Boyertown Area SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The board approved the consent agenda, a Kelly Services addendum raising the daily substitute rate to $130, a Therapy Source addendum adding a one-day-per-week occupational therapist at Bridal Elementary, the purchase of a BASH chiller compressor motor for $99,545, an overnight choral trip, and the personnel agenda.
Boyertown Area SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Board approved the senior high program of studies for 2026–27 after a debate over GPA weighting that now gives both Advanced Placement and dual-enrollment courses the same 0.2 grade bump; one board member voted no, arguing AP courses are generally more rigorous and that dual-enrollment credit acceptance varies across colleges.
Boyertown Area SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The board awarded three construction contracts for Boyertown Elementary — roofing ($2,411,970), HVAC ($4,157,000), and electrical ($3,027,025) — and asked administration and the project architect to clarify CO2/detector integration and whether the fire-alarm scope is included in the electrical package before final contract signatures.
Rhinebeck, Dutchess County, New York
Board discussed reducing the two‑year vacation accrual cap and limiting annual buyouts to reduce a potential long‑term liability; members asked staff for accrual data and agreed on staged proposals rather than immediate cuts.
Jasper City Planning Commission, Jasper, Pickens County, Georgia
The commission recommended approval of a special-use permit for a drive-through at Gateway Commercial’s master-planned center and recommended a variance reducing required parking from 127 to 108 spaces subject to conditions, including a shared-parking agreement and minimum on-site spaces. Staff said the center as a whole will provide 232 parking spaces across parcels.
Boyertown Area SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Chief financial staff told the board the state budget increased the district’s adequacy allocation to $3.6 million and opened a $100 million competitive facilities fund; officials said changes to charter-school funding formulas will alter how tuition is calculated and could reduce prior charter revenue lines.
WORTHINGTON PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Boards, Minnesota
At its November meeting the Worthington Public School District board voted to express tentative interest in allowing the City of Worthington to explore siting a new ice arena on district-owned property, while stressing that any final deal would preserve district ownership and include conditions on student access and fiscal impact.
Town of Lakeville, Plymouth County, Massachusetts
The board approved host community agreements (HCAs) for Northeast Alternatives Inc. (product manufacturing & indoor cultivation at 310 Kenneth Welch Drive), Twisted Growers Retail LLC (8 Harding St.), Twisted Growers LLC (415 Millennium Dr.) and ratified a medical‑cannabis HCA for Bountiful Farms at 200 Kenneth Welch Drive.
Matawan-Aberdeen Regional School District, School Districts, New Jersey
District officials recounted approval for Preschool Expansion Aid (PEA) in 2021 and said the funding supports early learning, transportation and some district costs; parents asked whether accepting PEA and placing pre‑K classrooms reduces space and services for K–5 students.
Town of Lakeville, Plymouth County, Massachusetts
After an assessor presentation and resident questions, the Select Board set the residential factor at 1 (maintaining a single tax rate) for FY2026 and directed staff to publish valuation and calculation details; the final rate remains subject to Massachusetts Department of Revenue certification.
Jasper City Planning Commission, Jasper, Pickens County, Georgia
The Jasper City Planning Commission recommended approval of a deannexation request by Rainy Day Development LLC for a parcel near West Church Street and Highway 515 South; staff said the parcel would remain in the city’s water service delivery area and noted state rules on reannexation. The commission’s recommendation goes to the city council for final action.
Sandy, Salt Lake County, Utah
Sandy's mayor delivered a Thanksgiving greeting encouraging community kindness, announced a coat and food drive for local shelters and the Utah Food Bank, and invited residents to the 'Light Up the Karens' holiday event with Santa, children's choirs and a Holiday Boutique Market.
Rhinebeck, Dutchess County, New York
The board approved an amended village credit‑card policy that incorporates state controller recommendations and adds a requirement that receipts/documentation be submitted to the treasurer within five days of a transaction.
Clark County, Kentucky
During a special meeting the court approved minutes, budget transfers, bills lists, two rezoning second readings, a first reading of a 2026 budget amendment, an amended annual standing order, and hired a seasonal snow operator; the court discussed but tabled or deferred certain procurement and vehicle purchase approvals pending documentation or scheduling.
Matawan-Aberdeen Regional School District, School Districts, New Jersey
Consultant CityGate GIS and district leaders presented redistricting objectives and a timeline; residents pressed on preschool expansion, special-education placement, transportation and equity as the district prepares scenario maps for public comment in December–January.
Matawan-Aberdeen Regional School District, School Districts, New Jersey
CityGate GIS consultant Fred Hijazi presented redistricting objectives and modeling tools; district officials said scenarios will be posted online for community comment and narrowed for possible board review by February, while parents pressed for clarity on transportation, special‑education impacts and implementation timing.
Rapid City, Pennington County, South Dakota
The committee forwarded the Downtown Rapid City landscape master plan to City Council without recommendation and approved allocating $53,555 of remaining council contingency to string lighting and a mural program managed by the Dahl Arts Center (Arts Council to receive an 8% admin fee). The draft plan estimates roughly $5.8 million for full implementation.
Franklin County, Missouri
On Nov. 20, 2025, Franklin County commissioners approved multiple administrative orders including renewal of a sheriff’s contract, a mental-health services contract for first responders, purchase of a sheriff’s vehicle, rental of heavy equipment for the highway department and appointment of AT&T as the county 9-1-1 service provider.
California Volunteers, Agencies under Office of the Governor, Executive, California
An event speaker called for volunteers to join the California Men’s Service Challenge, saying in-person mentors are needed to guide youth and citing Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central California as a partner; no formal commitments or funding details were given.
Rhinebeck, Dutchess County, New York
The village approved task order 27B with TimeBond: $1,800 to train two in‑house staff for informal Asher Dam inspections and $5,200 for two formal detailed visual inspections, satisfying state inspection requirements and reducing recurring costs.
Clark County, Kentucky
Miss Chappell, chair of the Rochester Park County Tourism Commission, told the court the county‑owned Civil War fort site needs drainage repairs, gravel on the trail, replacement benches and restroom pumping; the commission offered help to facilitate repairs.
Rapid City, Pennington County, South Dakota
Rapid City staff presented the I‑90 Corridor Climate Resiliency Plan — a deliverable to the EPA Climate Pollution Reduction Grant. The plan expands the scope to the Spearfish‑to‑Box Elder corridor, modeled emissions scenarios, and recommends a modest 31% reduction scenario as a realistic target.
Franklin County, Missouri
The Franklin County Commission honored Lieutenant Stacy Carty for 20 years of public service and Deputy Ryan Morgan for five years, inviting them forward for photographs and public recognition.
Rhinebeck, Dutchess County, New York
The board set a public hearing in January to consider amending village code on the Garden Street commercial loading zone after finding current signage and code language led to dismissed tickets.
United Nations, Federal
The General Assembly and Security Council adopted identical, consensus resolutions on a 2025 peacebuilding architecture review while leaders of the UN Peacebuilding Support Office announced the Peacebuilding Fund has reached $1 billion in support over six years and secured a new $50 million annual assessed contribution.
Clark County, Kentucky
Court members sparred over a $10,000 recommended allocation from the Bluegrass Community Foundation to Greater WEX, with one member seeking to table that portion pending wider partner discussion and others defending the committee's vetting; the court ultimately moved forward with the distribution after votes and clarification.
Franklin County, Missouri
The Franklin County Commission approved a slate of routine orders including renewal of a continuing law-enforcement contract with the Missouri Sheriffs Association, a counseling contract for first responders, purchase of a sheriff’s vehicle, equipment rental for a Highway Department project, and consent-agenda items.
Rapid City, Pennington County, South Dakota
The Legal & Finance Committee voted to send Ordinance No. 6698 — creating local registration and life‑safety requirements for whole‑home short‑term rentals — to City Council without recommendation after public comment and committee debate. The draft requires state licensing, annual registration, occupancy and parking limits, and a six‑month compliance window.
Clark County, Kentucky
County fiscal court paused approval of a roughly $130,000 payment for work on Old Spring Road after members said state reviewers had flagged procurement and technical concerns, including whether a required tack coat was applied; members asked for documentation or testing before releasing funds.
Rhinebeck, Dutchess County, New York
Officials set a public hearing for Jan. 13 to consider amending code language for the village’s Garden Street commercial loading zone after police enforcement faced dismissal in court; board members recommended attaching section 109‑54 so locations and time limits are clear.
Rhinebeck, Dutchess County, New York
The Village of Rhinebeck approved a resolution to forward building permit materials to the Town of Rhinebeck after an engineer described pretreatment and UV upgrades to address Hudson River water quality and aging equipment.
Clark County, Kentucky
The court approved minutes, budget transfers, bills, several rezoning items, a personnel hire, and Bluegrass Community Foundation awards (excluding a $10,000 Greater WEX allocation which was tabled). One payment for Old Spring Road was tabled pending documentation.
Utah Public Service Commission, Utah Subcommittees, Commissions and Task Forces, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
Pacificorp (Rocky Mountain Power) asked the Utah Public Service Commission to approve sixth amendments extending qualifying facility power purchase agreements with Kennecott Utah Copper LLC for its refinery (7.54 MW) and smelter (31.8 MW) through Dec. 31, 2026; the Division of Public Utilities recommended approval.
Barnstable County, Massachusetts
Barnstable County commissioners were told of a Monday briefing where Damien Archer, CEO, will discuss proposed cuts to Outer Cape Health; the chair said the meeting is intended primarily for elected officials and is scheduled for 5 p.m. at the Harbour Lounge in Provincetown.
Cheektowaga, Erie County, New York
The board granted a negative declaration for a proposed 13,462-square-foot addition at 2695 Union after applicant representatives said the project increases green space from about 2,500 to 5,000 square feet and that a DEC wetland permit is expected within the 90‑day review window.
Riverside Local, School Districts, Ohio
After an executive session for personnel and legal matters, the Riverside Local School District Board approved serving a pre-discipline/pre-termination meeting notice to Dr. Christopher J. Rotino by electronic delivery; the resolution passed 3–1 with Miss Grassi dissenting.
Clark County, Kentucky
Officials reported auction proceeds and grant reimbursements that would lower the county share for a new emergency truck, but members raised procedural concerns about approving the purchase at a special meeting; the motion was rescinded with plans to place the item on the December agenda.
Scottsburg City, Scott County, Indiana
The board approved return of a lease deposit for 5 Star Technology, waived a facility fee for Indiana Real Estate Appraisal, corrected an employee time entry, approved claims and authorized 778 hours of sellbacks; Miss Kelly announced the annual Christmas parade.
Riverside Local, School Districts, Ohio
The Riverside Local School District Board voted to engage Stifel Nicholaus for planned certificates of participation and to remove a prior underwriter designation, after Sustain and Associates resigned as municipal adviser and board members disputed why RBC Capital Markets was replaced. The finance actions passed in split votes; the rescission passed unanimously.
Barnstable County, Massachusetts
After a presentation by Christie Sanatori of the Cape Cod Commission, Barnstable County commissioners moved and voted to authorize Ordinance 2025-13 to adopt the commission's 2025 Regional Policy Plan; the plan incorporates new language on resource protection, aquifer planning and housing recommendations.
Clark County, Kentucky
The court approved awards from the Bluegrass Community Foundation but deferred a $10,000 allocation to Greater WEX after members said the proposal lacked prior discussion and transparency. Debate referenced Ordinance 98-13 and regional competitiveness planning.
Utah Public Service Commission, Utah Subcommittees, Commissions and Task Forces, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
Rocky Mountain Power asked the Utah Public Service Commission to approve sixth amendments extending two power purchase agreements with Kennecott Utah Copper LLC through 2026; the Division of Public Utilities reviewed the filings and recommended approval, and both company and division exhibits were admitted into evidence.
Marshall County, Indiana
Trustees authorized legal filings to appeal IDEM's order dissolving the Marshall County Regional Sewer District; county officials and dozens of residents urged the trustees to instead dissolve the district and hand assets to the county, offering to assume the debt so cleanup and bank obligations can be settled.
Clark County, Kentucky
The chair of the Rochester Park County tourism commission asked the fiscal court to repair trail drainage, add gravel, replace stolen benches, and pump a restroom at a Civil War fort on county land, offering the commission's help to facilitate work.
Scottsburg City, Scott County, Indiana
The board approved a contractor quote to extend a drive‑through approach but required a written layout/drawing and board approval of that layout before mobilization, citing concern that the work must demonstrably increase queuing capacity.
Rhinebeck, Dutchess County, New York
The board approved a resolution to support a water‑plant building permit, set a public hearing on a loading‑zone law, approved a dam‑inspection task order, adopted an amended credit‑card policy, accepted volunteer firefighter benefit coverage, approved appointments and routine minutes/buyouts, approved a tree‑removal application, and granted a peddler special request.
Clark County, Kentucky
Members questioned approving a roughly $130,000 payment for work on Old Spring Road, citing missing procurement documentation and uncertainty whether a required tack coat was applied. The court voted to table payment pending documentation and testing.
United Nations, Federal
Speakers told reporters the Peacebuilding Fund requires a member‑state request to operate in a country like Syria and warned that peacekeeping withdrawals can create a vacuum that leaves vulnerable communities at risk, underscoring the need for partnerships and predictable funding.
Rhinebeck, Dutchess County, New York
The board approved the Beekman Arms application to remove five honey locust trees along Route 9 for sidewalk work; the tree commission recommended removal and owners have sourced replacement hybrid elms, while the planning board’s site plan ties removals to timely planting of replacements.
Scottsburg City, Scott County, Indiana
The board approved three repeat 2026 contracts included in the budget, including the Scott County partnership contract for Westwood Golf Course and an independent contractor agreement; board approved the items together by voice vote.
United Nations, Federal
UN PBSO leaders described how Fund support has helped sustain transitions — including local reconciliation committees in the Central African Republic and an evaluation in Guatemala finding large reductions in land‑use conflict — and emphasized the Fund's focus on community‑level, last‑mile interventions.
Rhinebeck, Dutchess County, New York
Trustees discussed reducing the village vacation accrual cap and limiting annual buyouts to manage large one‑time liabilities, but decided to ask staff for data and a stepped transition plan before adopting any change.
Scottsburg City, Scott County, Indiana
The Board of Public Works and Safety approved the city's 2026 insurance renewal after a presentation by Foundation Risk Partners outlining modest premium increases and unchanged deductibles for most coverages.
Rhinebeck, Dutchess County, New York
Trustees amended and approved a revised credit‑card policy that adds a five‑day requirement for submitting transaction documentation and includes a purpose statement to align with state controller guidance.
Umatilla County, Oregon
At its Nov. 25 meeting the Umatilla County Board approved a slate of routine items including a snowplow purchase, third-floor flooring work, three ATV trailers under a state grant, vehicle repairs, software licenses, supplemental budgets and a staffing waiver for ambulance services.
Umatilla County, Oregon
After a public hearing and extensive staff briefings on a proposed ATV/PTV ordinance and a county road map, commissioners agreed to continue the second reading to allow map edits, further tribal coordination and clarification of signage and funding.
Cheektowaga, Erie County, New York
Applicant representatives asked the board for site-plan approval for a 6,327-square-foot addition at Dell Hydraulics (50 Stratman), noting a wetland delineation and a pending DEC permit at 90 days, new landscaping and 22 parking spaces; the board discussed detention, drainage and screening near wetlands before voting.