What happened on Monday, 01 December 2025
Onslow County, North Carolina
At its Dec. 1 meeting the Onslow County Board of Commissioners approved several agenda items by voice vote, including an amendment to RS&H task order for the airport runway project (roughly $2.446 million), a 50% discount for NC local government employees at Hines Farm Park cabins, adoption of a low‑impact development statement on stormwater, and the appointment of William Sanders to the Planning Board.
Lawrence City, Marion County, Indiana
The council voted to forward Resolution No. 8, 2025 — designating the Sunnyside-to-Oakland Economic Development Area and adopting a broad plan — to the Lawrence Redevelopment Commission for public hearing and potential future project action; the plan includes statutory findings and explicitly includes no TIF allocation area now.
Halifax County, North Carolina
The board approved a second amendment to the detention center capital project ordinance to fund additional design development, a new pump station design and preconstruction work; staff requested an additional $1,062,200 to continue project development and contracting steps.
United Nations
An unidentified speaker used a World AIDS Day statement to highlight progress since 2010 — a 40% drop in new infections and more than a 50% decline in AIDS-related deaths — while urging renewed funding, community empowerment and wider access to new tools to meet the goal of ending AIDS as a public-health threat by 2030.
Waunakee Community School District, School Districts, Wisconsin
The Waunakee Community School District budget committee reviewed options to reduce a $2.3 million referendum debt-service levy and adopted a shift from a five-year to a three-year enrollment projection model to better reflect recent smaller cohorts. The committee set a January follow-up to review financing schedules and open-enrollment impacts.
Onslow County, North Carolina
The Board of Commissioners adopted a text amendment (ZOTA‑2025‑3) exempting water‑dependent accessory structures from a rule that generally requires a principal residential structure before accessory buildings, allowing docks and related features to be permitted prior to home construction on water lots with procedural safeguards.
Greenwood, Johnson County, Indiana
The board gave conditional approval to the South Park Business Center plat and approved an encroachment request for the BMWX building’s landscaping, subject to performance guarantees, a recorded agreement approved by legal, and three standard conditions.
Onslow County, North Carolina
Onslow County commissioners approved a staff‑initiated zoning map amendment to change a 0.28‑acre parcel at 117 Peggy's Trace from Highway Business to Residential‑5; staff said the change aligns the lot with nearby development and the county’s future land‑use map.
Greenwood, Johnson County, Indiana
The board approved a resolution to donate older fire-investigation cameras to Organ Town Volunteer Fire Department and approved a special-purchase determination for a 2025 sewer camera truck. Transcript references a demo discount and two figures quoted as $31,364.14 and $131,036.04; staff said funds are available in the 2026 budget code.
Halifax County, North Carolina
Board approved a one-year extension for Stella-Jones Corporation to meet its year‑one taxable investment and job-creation commitments after construction and rail-related delays; staff said the company is close to meeting its $9.5 million taxable investment target.
US Department of State
Unidentified participants described a "productive" meeting building on Geneva talks aimed at ending the war in Ukraine, securing long-term safety and economic recovery; an envoy named Woodcock was reported to be traveling to Moscow later this week.
Waunakee Community School District, School Districts, Wisconsin
The Waunakee Community School District facility committee approved a short-term maintenance purchase list (with a $5,600 subtraction) and discussed setting aside $2.5 million of savings to cover potential high school bids the board may consider in March 2026; the middle school contingency was reported at about $3 million.
Onslow County, North Carolina
Former volunteer chief Kevin Rouse urged the Board of Commissioners to protect volunteer fire departments and warned that a recent master‑plan effort left volunteers uncertain; commissioners emphasized support and said a fire service strategic plan will guide county assistance over the next decade.
Greenwood, Johnson County, Indiana
A resident at 1367 Osprey Way contested a mowing/abatement charge and said health and scheduling issues delayed repairs. The board reduced the fine to $100, gave 30 days to pay or cure, and directed the homeowner to keep the property in good repair; the motion passed 2–1.
Gardner City, Worcester County, Massachusetts
The CED Steering Committee voted Nov. 25 to transfer $158,206.52 in unspent FY22‑23 CDBG funds from completed demolition and downtown projects to the Gardner Community Action Committee and a veterans outreach center to support staffing, food, heating assistance and transportation needs.
Halifax County, North Carolina
After a business personal property audit that uncovered nearly $1.95 million in unlisted value across multiple years, the board voted to reduce Enfield Timber LLC’s penalty — originally $67,656.60 — by roughly half, citing turnover and compliance issues described by staff.
Cochise County, Arizona
Jody of San Pedro Kiwanis described the Just Kids Inc. 'Stocking Stuffers' program that this year will serve roughly 587 children with clothing packages and year-round support; donation options include checks to Just Kids Inc. and online gifts via www.justkidssv.org.
Onslow County, North Carolina
Onslow County commissioners and the college board signed an agreement to provide predictable annual operating and capital maintenance funding for Coastal Carolina Community College, modeled on the county’s longstanding support for the school system, to help the college plan future campus needs.
Gardner City, Worcester County, Massachusetts
The GRA moved about $583,308.91 into a guided Edward Jones account, withdrew funds to pay a development loan, and recorded renewal of directors & officers insurance (approx. $1,900); staff will resolve missing profit‑and‑loss statements.
Halifax County, North Carolina
The county adopted a resolution and project ordinance to appropriate $3 million for site development at the US 301 Industrial Site — $2.35 million from the Economic Development Partnership of North Carolina and $650,000 in matching funds from NCDOT — after a public hearing with no speakers.
Greenwood, Johnson County, Indiana
At its Dec. 1 meeting the Greenwood Common Council passed multiple ordinance first readings (including rezoning and code amendments), approved a fleet maintenance budget transfer on second reading (Ordinance 25-43), and appointed two members to the Redevelopment Commission.
Cochise County, Arizona
Sierra Vista community service officer Trish Harmon is seeking teams for the Roadrunner Classic pickleball tournament on Dec. 6; registration costs $40 per team ($20 per person) with proceeds benefiting Special Olympics Arizona and donation options available via QR code.
Cochise County, Arizona
Sierra Vista Battalion Chief Don Foster outlined the 53rd annual firefighters' Christmas drive: recipient sign-ups Dec. 5–6 at Fire Station 3, donations accepted at fire stations and live remotes, and deliveries scheduled for Dec. 13.
Gardner City, Worcester County, Massachusetts
National Grid approved the electrical design for the rear‑main project north, clearing contractor work and prompting a Dec. 1 public hearing on pole petitions; the project is expected to be finished by May 31, barring further delays.
Polk County, Oregon
The Polk County Board of Commissioners presented a star recognition award to four employees whose early-morning response reduced flood damage at the Academy Building. The board also approved the meeting agenda and Oct. 28 minutes by unanimous votes.
Halifax County, North Carolina
The Halifax County Board of Commissioners authorized the county to apply to the Governor’s Crime Commission for up to $250,000 per year for the Halifax Accountability and Recovery Court and to serve as the county’s implementing agent if awarded, a move staff said would sustain and expand the court.
Lawrence City, Marion County, Indiana
A committee hearing on ordinance No. 3, 2025 to align city code with police and fire CBAs (changes to accrual timing, sick/holiday carryover and bereavement leave) ended with the council tabling the measure and asking the comptroller and consultants for a detailed cost estimate.
Gardner City, Worcester County, Massachusetts
The Gardner Redevelopment Authority voted to commission appraisals (budgeted up to $4,600) after the owner of the Cumberland Farms parcel said it would seek fair‑market value; the board also received appraisals for 155 Mill Street and 85 Winter and paid an environmental premium estimate.
Cochise County, Arizona
Following a recent fatal collision that involved a person walking a bicycle on a rain-darkened highway, the sheriff warned residents about fog, obeying traffic laws and the risks of slow or impaired driving during the busy holiday travel period.
Polk County, Oregon
Jessica Blakely, an affordable-housing developer with the Salem Housing Authority, told Polk County commissioners she sees population growth and housing production as the county's top land-use issues, urged comp-plan updates and cited infrastructure limits — especially water and wastewater — as a barrier to new subdivisions.
Greenwood, Johnson County, Indiana
A developer seeking rezoning for roughly 29.86 acres at East Forestville Road withdrew its petition after the Greenwood Common Council unanimously adopted an amendment banning vinyl siding; staff had asked the developer to add varied housing types to align with the comprehensive plan.
Holyoke City, Hampden County, Massachusetts
Patty Lubold told Holyoke Media she found the district website inaccessible in an accessibility test and plans door‑to‑door outreach and presence in neighborhood hubs to rebuild trust and improve communications.
Holyoke City, Hampden County, Massachusetts
Patty Lubold told Holyoke Media she will prioritize special education, citing that about one in three students are on IEPs and criticizing district reporting (MCAS coverage) for failing to address students with disabilities.
Salinas, Monterey County, California
City staff presented an alpha-stage, Power BI-based housing production dashboard designed to track the city
gainst its sixth-cycle RHNA target of 6,674 units, allow data filtering by timeframe and affordability, and update multiple times per day; committee members were invited to beta-test prior to public release.
Cochise County, Arizona
Cochise County sheriff reports on the department's Black Friday bell-ringing for the Salvation Army, thanks fleet staff and announces progress toward establishing a county-owned animal shelter with a livestock component; meetings with county leaders are underway.
Montgomery City, Montgomery County, Alabama
City announced a weeklong commemoration of the Montgomery bus boycott's 70th anniversary with free admission to the Rosa Parks Museum, a Unity Walk and a Dec. 6 gala; holiday programming includes a tree lighting, Zoo Lights and the Dec. 12 Christmas parade.
Harnett County, North Carolina
At its Dec. 1 meeting the Harnett County Board of Commissioners approved a slate of consent-agenda items — including a greenway feasibility study, detention-center camera upgrades and a three‑year Paytel contract extension — and selected Eddie Jaggers as chairman and Matt Nickel as vice chairman.
Montgomery City, Montgomery County, Alabama
Speaker 1 said they met with the governor and state finance officials and that the governor "has committed to... work with local leaders" to help Jackson Hospital as it exits bankruptcy; the speaker said a council resolution will be prepared but timing and details are not specified.
Lake Havasu City, Mohave County, Arizona
Mayor Cal Sheehy and city project staff announced a project to replace the main walkway, dock and seven shade structures at Site 6, funded with $1.6 million from the Harper grama fund; city council awarded the contract to Bellingham Marine and design work has started.
Judge Stephanie Boyd 187th District, District Court Judges, Judicial, Texas
The presiding judge handled a busy criminal calendar that included issuance of a judge's warrant for one absent defendant, an order for bond forfeiture for a second, multiple plea/PSI/TAP and jury-trial settings, and the state’s announcement that it will not seek the death penalty in one capital case.
Salinas, Monterey County, California
The City of Salinas Housing and Land Use Committee voted to shift from biweekly to monthly meetings in 2026, scheduling meetings Tuesdays at 3:30 p.m. Staff said the change will improve preparation time, align with state and federal submission schedules, and allow flexibility under the Brown Act.
Holyoke City, Hampden County, Massachusetts
Patty Lubold, elected by write-in for Ward 6 on 11/04/2025, says she will prioritize special education, rebuild trust through a listening tour and fix communication gaps ahead of a Jan. 5, 2026 inauguration.
Tampa, Hillsborough County, Florida
During public comment, residents asked the council to require an NAACP presentation and audit of contract work, urged the CRA to hold evening meetings for broader participation, criticized a proposed $400 million police station and called for more 'missing middle' housing options in East Tampa.
Tampa, Hillsborough County, Florida
Consultant presented five gateway/wayfinding concepts for East Tampa and a small online survey; the CAC favored Option 4 (illuminated totem). Consultant estimated the program at roughly $620,000, and the board directed additional neighborhood outreach before final selection.
Tampa, Hillsborough County, Florida
A biannual survey of Ybor City respondents found affordable housing rose to the top issue for residents while affordable parking became the leading concern for workers; consultants recommended lights, cameras and parking management steps.
Tampa, Hillsborough County, Florida
Board member Bill Carlson presented a redraft clarifying CRA branding and the executive director’s role; the board voted to have CRA staff and city legal meet with members and return a hybrid revised agreement for consideration in January.
Montgomery City, Montgomery County, Alabama
An unidentified city official reported homicide, nonfatal shooting and violent-crime decreases over two years and said the Montgomery Police Department has seen nearly 1,000 job applicants and a large academy class as the city plans pay studies and signing bonuses.
Tampa, Hillsborough County, Florida
The Tampa CRA board voted to award a special-project reimbursement of up to $396,000 (50% of eligible costs) plus a $20,000 contingency to Centro Asturiano to rehabilitate its long-closed gymnasium into a public cultural hub and cigar-lounge workspace.
El Segundo City, Los Angeles County, California
El Segundo Media host Aguirre de Lio outlined holiday season events: donation drives (Toys for Tots through Dec. 10; Spark of Love through Dec. 19), Joy Around the World tree lighting Dec. 4, JingleFest Pickleball Dec. 6, Candy Cane Lane Dec. 14–23, and other family activities and volunteer opportunities.
Judge Stephanie Boyd 187th District, District Court Judges, Judicial, Texas
A single-day criminal docket in Bexar County produced several plea resolutions and scheduling orders: the court deferred findings for a defendant seeking deferred adjudication, granted a limited quash of an internal‑affairs disc in an attempted‑murder matter, and sentenced another defendant to four years.
Logan County, Kansas
Council reviewed a sample tiny‑home ordinance from Cheney and asked staff to meet with the planning commission and return with a draft Dec. 15; members also discussed enforcement for campers on private lots and asked staff to identify addresses for follow‑up.
Judge Stephanie Boyd 187th District, District Court Judges, Judicial, Texas
Crystal Beloz entered a plea resulting in deferred adjudication on multiple counts. The court accepted payments already made, set probation conditions including community service, restitution to Calton Investments, and monitoring requirements.
Judge Stephanie Boyd 187th District, District Court Judges, Judicial, Texas
A Bexar County judge found Dylan Tennyson Smith in violation of probation conditions for failing to complete 150 community-service hours and a required education class, adjudicated him guilty and sentenced him to six years in prison, crediting time served.
Department of Public Health, Departments and Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Connecticut
The board approved minutes for May 21 and Aug. 4 and adopted a four‑date 2026 virtual meeting schedule (Feb. 2; May 4; Aug. 3; Nov. 2), with meetings starting at 8:30 a.m.
Madison, Dane County, Wisconsin
An internal audit of fleet services identified misallocation of vehicle acquisition costs (~$1.3M), two p‑card transactions that exceeded the $10,000 single‑transaction limit, and asset reconciliation discrepancies; fleet management and fire leadership described steps to reconcile records and improve inventory controls.
United Nations
An unidentified speaker reported arrears of $1,000,586 and urged member states to pay assessed contributions in full and on time, saying proposed budget cuts aim to streamline operations but will have programmatic and human impacts.
Hoffman Estates, Cook County, Illinois
At a Hoffman Estates public works open house, the Utility Commission presented awards to students for an "Energy Hog" energy-conservation essay contest, distributed 2025–26 community guides and thanked participants; first-place winner Ava Thomas read an essay about an island’s shift to wind power.
Logan County, Kansas
Jody Wright told the council that the October 'Girls' Day Out' event attracted about 1,300 attendees and 106 vendors across multiple venues; organizers estimate vendor sales around $100,000 and reported local media exposure and charitable donations.
Logan County, Kansas
At its Dec. 1 meeting, the Oakley City Council unanimously approved routine consent items including minutes, the AP payment register ($97,122), payroll/time entry ($65,373.72), authorized entry into the Kansas set‑off program for delinquent receivables, and approved a penny policy for the museum to round cash sales including sales tax once the point‑of‑sale system is updated.
SAN BENITO CISD, School Districts, Texas
Trustees recognized a district cross-country team and dozens of students who earned spots in the TMEA Region 28 orchestra; a San Benito High School teacher publicly thanked the board for a staff holiday stipend and praised school programs.
Logan County, Kansas
The Oakley City Council approved a one‑time license with Union Pacific Railroad to casing‑cross railroad property for an 8‑inch water main (16‑inch casing) with a one‑time license fee recorded in the proceedings as $8,650; vote unanimous.
SAN BENITO CISD, School Districts, Texas
The board approved a broad consent agenda including partnerships, bids and bond authorization items; moved to executive session on appraisal-district nominations and later allocated 60 votes to David A. Garza; trustees approved personnel actions, appointed Nicole Murillo as elementary principal, and denied a level-3 grievance.
Logan County, Kansas
The Oakley City Council approved Ordinance 1196 to increase sewer charges (about $6 to $29 suggested) and Resolution 2025‑06 to raise refuse fees (about $5, roughly 20% increase), citing equipment replacement and fiscal sustainability; both votes were unanimous.
LaSalle County, Illinois
The committee approved reappointments and appointments for trustees of the Mount Hope Cemetery Association, setting terms that begin Jan. 1, 2026; the board confirmed term lengths and carried each motion.
SAN BENITO CISD, School Districts, Texas
District trustees heard a schematic-design update for a 900-seat performing arts center from D Wilson Construction and ERO, including the addition of a fly tower, an orchestra pit with removable seating, a 30,996 gross-square-foot footprint, and a schedule targeting construction in 2026 with completion in early 2028.
United Nations
For World AIDS Day the secretary-general noted a 40% drop in new HIV infections since 2010 and improved treatment access, but millions still lack prevention and care due to inequality and stigma; a UN briefing on a new report was scheduled with Francis R. Nunez.
Department of Public Health, Departments and Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Connecticut
A Department of Public Health administrative hearing against registered dental hygienist Elizabeth Kittleson (petition no. 2025-337) was continued after the hearing officer found the notice given to parties listed the wrong start time. The matter is rescheduled for Dec. 4, 2025, at 8:30 a.m.; parties will be notified.
Logan County, Kansas
The Oakley City Council on Dec. 1 passed Ordinance 1195 to implement a 1% general‑purpose sales tax approved by voters Nov. 4; the tax will be published, submitted to the Kansas Department of Revenue and may begin April 1, 2026, contingent on final bond numbers.
Sedgwick County, Kansas
During the en banc, the Sedgwick County district attorney and elected officials urged legislative action to address juvenile crime trends they link to the 2016 juvenile justice code changes and described pending bills that would increase detention limits, penalties for firearm use by juveniles and placements in residential beds.
Madison, Dane County, Wisconsin
Finance staff projected higher revenues and underspending that together point to an estimated year‑end surplus; the committee approved a year‑end appropriation (Legistar 90,967) including a $1,000,000 transfer to seed a shelter endowment and increases to several direct appropriations, including Metro Transit subsidy.
United Nations
Reporters asked the UN about Venezuela's complaint to ICAO, Washington Post reporting on alleged US maritime strikes, China-Japan diplomatic correspondence and the Ukraine peace plan; the spokesperson deferred aviation specifics to ICAO, called the strikes reporting "very troubling" and urged transparent investigations.
Rockville City, Montgomery County, Maryland
Multiple residents urged Rockville to adopt Montgomery County’s deer fencing amendment to allow removable deer mesh and avoid steep fines; council directed staff to study options and to suspend active enforcement while the review proceeds.
LaSalle County, Illinois
The LaSalle County Committee on Appointments, Legislation, and Rules approved several three-year reappointments to local drainage districts and appointed Casey Kelly to fill a vacancy in Drainage District No. 1, Freedom and Earl after the recent death of Michael Kelly.
Sedgwick County, Kansas
City and county fire chiefs presented a joint training plan that would split high‑rise and rural training across two campuses, stay within a modest capital budget, and expand capacity while minimizing duplication; chiefs cited land constraints and a multi‑year timeline.
Department of Public Health, Departments and Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Connecticut
After reviewing November exam results and debating whether to limit how long candidates can carry credit for a passed eyewear sub‑exam, the board voted to table the proposal for further study and return the item at its next meeting.
Clinton County, Pennsylvania
Clinton County IT Director John proposed replacing an end‑of‑life chassis at the Garden Building with a new network core for $6,624.60 (an estimated $60,000 savings over buying all new hardware) and recommended a $2,500, 15‑hour Moorefield block‑time agreement for emergency professional services and phone‑system support.
United Nations
The UN said a cyclone caused widespread flooding and landslides in Sri Lanka, leaving at least 366 dead, 367 missing and more than 1.1 million people affected; the UN is coordinating joint needs assessments and providing emergency items and shelter support.
Farmington Hills City, Oakland County, Michigan
Farmington Hills City’s monthly community bulletin announced a free holiday light celebration with Santa on a fire truck on Dec. 2, a seniors’ Secret Santa basket drive with a Dec. 5 drop-off deadline, holiday tree fire-safety tips and a yard-waste pickup schedule change for Dec. 8–12.
Madison, Dane County, Wisconsin
Legistar 90,963 passed unanimously to approve carry‑forward authority and extend period of performance through Dec. 31, 2026 for FY25 subrecipient contracts funded by HUD (CDBG, HOME, ESG); staff said agreements and some funds are pending HUD conditions and litigation.
Clinton County, Pennsylvania
Clinton County emergency services told commissioners the county will replace Code Red with the Rave alerting platform on Jan. 1, 2026; dispatchers will be offered ride‑along training with Lock Haven City Police and a radio system cutover for first responders is set for Dec. 16–18 with continued parallel operation for about six months.
United Nations
UN spokesperson Stefan said partners report incremental restoration of services in Gaza — 234 health service points operational, temporary learning spaces reopening and cash transfers reaching about 123,000 families — but access, supplies and winter needs remain critical.
Howard County, Indiana
At a public hearing the Howard County Drainage Board approved connections and acceptances for multiple subdivisions, set a public hearing for Merrill Ridge on Dec. 15, and addressed a neighbor's concern that a new driveway not block an existing drain.
Sedgwick County, Kansas
County corrections leaders told Wichita and county elected officials that a proposed KDOC funding formula would reduce Sedgwick County’s allocation about 38% over three years, threaten behavioral health programs and about 20 positions, and could push more felony cases back into prison rather than community supervision.
Jefferson County, Florida
During the meeting the board approved a supplemental assessment to collect about $4,710 from properties omitted from the 2025 roadway maintenance roll, moved to surplus two county parcels for sale, and adopted an emergency drought resolution; the meeting also formalized a holiday schedule for employees.
Madison, Dane County, Wisconsin
The Finance Committee unanimously approved Legistar 90,563 to allocate just over $2 million to 24 agencies and 32 programs for crisis intervention and prevention beginning Jan. 1, 2026; staff emphasized equity‑centered investment and tracking via quarterly reports and contract negotiations.
Coffee County, School Districts, Georgia
The board heard a proposal to pass a $1,000 state supplement to custodians, approved an insurance-reimbursed furniture purchase for hurricane damage and reviewed proposed 2026 meeting dates; the chair moved to enter executive session for personnel and real estate and the motion received a second.
United Nations
The UN secretary-general has proposed a $3.2138 billion regular budget for 2026 and a reduced staffing table of 11,594 posts, the UN spokesperson said, reflecting spending cuts across departments and special political missions.
Coffee County, School Districts, Georgia
Facilities staff showed slides and described near-complete interior work at West Green, ongoing board office renovations and new greenhouse framing; staff cited a target fire marshal inspection around Dec. 10 for West Green and encouraged board members to tour sites carefully while work continues.
Missoula, Missoula County, Montana
Arts Missoula says Missoula on Main (formerly First Night) will run Dec. 30–31 with a walkable, two-day format: dance classes at Westside Theater, Denison Theater concerts and teen singing competition, free library programming, volunteer opportunities, and tickets ($17 single, $40 all-access).
Coffee County, School Districts, Georgia
Family Connections/Teammates staff told the board a dramatized prevention program engaged more than 500 students and reported strong survey results: over 90% of student participants said the experience was positive and more than 85% said they would likely think more carefully about future choices.
Missoula, Missoula County, Montana
Arts Missoula has launched a new logo and website (launched Dec. 1) to centralize artist listings, venue directories and public-art mapping as the group restarts a citywide cultural planning process last held 35 years ago.
Coffee County, School Districts, Georgia
District staff told the board Coffee Middle School and West Green are on a federal identification list for students with disabilities based on FY23 data; staff outlined interventions (SDI, assistive technology, FastBridge/STAR monitoring) and said FY26 data (released Jan. 2027) will determine whether either school exits the list.
San Bernardino, San Bernardino County, California
Commissioners questioned the current process for renaming parks — including a 100‑signature requirement and a January filing window — and asked staff to return with the bylaws and policy language; one commissioner referenced a petition to rename a park for Trayvon Martin as an example.
San Bernardino, San Bernardino County, California
Staff told the Parks and Recreation Commission that the lake renovation project (Seco/Sachem) grew from $13.3M to about $19.7M after an additional land swap and scope expansion; staff also updated commissioners on Spiker Park ballfields, Nicholson Park completion, community center renovations and other capital work.
San Bernardino, San Bernardino County, California
At the Parks and Recreation Commission meeting, resident Edgar Suarez accused city staff of retaliating against him after he supported commissioners and asked the commission to ensure public access to recorded meetings; staff and commissioners said they will follow up and Suarez said he will raise the matter at City Council.
Office of the Governor, Executive , Massachusetts
Governor Mara Healy and state education leaders released an initial statewide graduation framework at Dedham High School that would phase out the MCAS diploma requirement and emphasize course-based assessments, capstone/portfolio work, career-and-academic plans and required financial-literacy instruction.
Jefferson County, Florida
A resident told the Jefferson County board that a proposed propane tank sited adjacent to a cluster of homes poses imminent danger to neighbors and emergency personnel and asked officials to halt work and review permits and emergency-management planning.
Victorville City, San Bernardino County, California
City of Victorville economic development marketing technician Rebecca Carrillo described two city-run programs — MyBizMVV (launched October 2023) and Keep It Local Shop Victorville — that use social media, raffles and community voting to promote local businesses and award winners promotional tools and plaques.
Columbia County, Georgia
Columbia County announced a series of holiday events in Evansstown, including a Dec. 4 tree relighting and a vendor village running Dec. 5–16 with nightly entertainment and more than 75 vendors.
State Water Resources Control Board, Boards and Commissions, Executive, California
A State Water Resources Control Board guidance video explains step-by-step how enrollees register as data submitters in the California Integrated Water Quality System (CIWQS), how Local Responsible Officials (LROs) approve access, and how to update or deactivate accounts.
Elkhart City, Elkhart County, Indiana
The board authorized a $5,000 police recruitment advertising agreement, approved three Trane HVAC repairs for the police department totaling $23,354, approved purchase of a chase vehicle for the fire department's whole blood program and adopted a clarified traffic accident reporting policy.
Victorville City, San Bernardino County, California
Rebecca Carrillo of the City of Victorville’s economic development department told the city’s TV program that recent and planned projects — including a Goodyear distribution center, Raising Cane’s, a Fairfield Marriott and a planned American Jerky facility — contribute to local job growth she estimated at more than 600 positions.
Jefferson County, Florida
A Tri-County broadband presenter told Jefferson County commissioners the local portion of the project has connected about 7,200 customers but that an estimated $17 million is still needed to reach all unserved properties; residents and businesses pressed for timelines, pole vs. underground options and contingency plans for FEMA delays.
State Water Resources Control Board, Agencies under Office of the Governor, Executive, California
A training video produced with the State Water Resources Control Board explains step-by-step how legally responsible officials (LROs) must upload and certify Sewer System Management Plans (SSMPs) in the CWIC Sanitary Sewer System database, lists key deadlines, file requirements and amendment procedures.
Wareham Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
Jared Chadwick, a town select board member and committee liaison, asked the school committee to require that eighth‑grade tours of Upper Cape Technical School occur before Dec. 1 so students have time to apply ahead of UCET’s Jan. 5 deadline; the committee agreed to add the timing language and to vote on the policy at a future meeting.
Martin County, Florida
The transcript is a promotional public information announcement about Martin County's conservation sales tax, not a civic meeting or public hearing; no news articles will be produced.
Elkhart City, Elkhart County, Indiana
The board approved a short-term contract with Elkhart Legal Aid to provide representation to indigent defendants in Elkhart City Court, effective November through December, with a backdated payment for October; the judge will determine indigency using his own system.
State Water Resources Control Board, Agencies under Office of the Governor, Executive, California
A training video from the State Water Resources Control Board explains how enrollees subject to the general order must file sanitary sewer internal audit reports in the California Integrated Water Quality System (CWICS), including the six-month deadline, required submitter role, acceptable file types, file-size limits and how to certify reports.
Wareham Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
The superintendent presented a FY27 level‑service plus budget asking roughly $2.1 million (5.97%) more than FY26 before offsets; primary drivers are salary increases (~$1.6M), rising out‑of‑district tuition/transportation (about $4.2M tuition line for ~35 students) and technology replacement ($260K). The committee discussed phasing technology purchases and potential additions in a 'gold' package.
State Water Resources Control Board, Agencies under Office of the Governor, Executive, California
A State Water Resources Control Board training video explains who qualifies as a legally responsible official (LRO) under General Order No. 2022-0103, lists the LRO's certification duties under Section 5.9, and provides step‑by‑step instructions for creating a CIWQS account and submitting the signed authorization form.
Waunakee Community School District, School Districts, Wisconsin
Facilities staff asked the committee for initial reactions to a new concept to demolish and rebuild the 1970s 'green' portion of the high school as a two‑story structure, noting significant phasing implications (science spaces, family consumer ed, TLC programs) and that geothermal heating may be feasible for portions of the rebuilt area.
Elkhart City, Elkhart County, Indiana
At its Nov. 12 meeting the Elkhart City Board of Public Safety awarded a demolition contract for 1253 Columbian/Columbia Avenue, approved multiple police and fire department expenditures and adopted procedural policies; motions carried by voice vote.
Martin County, Florida
After a consultant outlined trade-offs among parking, drainage and multimodal paths, the CRA board voted to prefer the service-road/on-street-parking option for Indian Street (Option 1) and to include a gateway landscape/monument concept in the build-grant application.
State Water Resources Control Board, Boards and Commissions, Executive, California
The State Water Resources Control Board published step‑by‑step guidance for sanitary sewer system enrollees to upload and certify internal audit reports in the California Integrated Water Quality System (CWICS), including a six‑month filing deadline, required credentials, file-format limits, and the procedure for submitting late‑filing justifications.
General Government Operations and Appropriations , Legislative, Guam
Bill 165‑38 would extend the time a person with a valid U.S. driver's license may lawfully operate a vehicle in Guam from 30 to 90 days. Proponents say it reflects operational delays at the Department of Revenue and Taxation; opponents worry it may impede record‑keeping and not reduce DMV line congestion.
Grand Rapids City, Kent County, Michigan
A brief meeting remark urged bicyclists to use lights and helmets, avoid riding on icy roads, and reminded drivers that local ordinances require a five-foot passing distance.
Waunakee Community School District, School Districts, Wisconsin
The budget committee authorized forming a 4K task force and voted to recommend additional 4K open‑enrollment seats and a one‑year stipend increase to $5,000 for 2026–27; board members agreed a future boost to $5,500 should be conditional on mutually agreed enrollment targets or other benchmarks.
Grand Rapids City, Kent County, Michigan
An unidentified speaker at a recent meeting urged cyclists to increase visibility with lights and bright clothing, wear helmets, avoid riding on icy roads and reminded motorists that city ordinances require a five-foot buffer when passing cyclists.
Humboldt County, California
The council introduced two ordinances to amend Title 17 zoning regulations and adopt a qualified combining zone to implement Fortuna’s sixth‑cycle housing element and the Mill District specific plan; the first readings were approved and the public hearings continued to the next regular meeting.
State Water Resources Control Board, Boards and Commissions, Executive, California
A training video produced with the State Water Resources Control Board walks legally responsible officials through submitting, certifying, viewing and amending Sewer System Management Plans (SSMPs) in the state's online system and lists key deadlines, file-size rules and contact points.
Martin County, Florida
Several Jensen Beach residents used public comment to call for clarity and enforcement around the Riverlight property and a nearby rehab/mental-health facility, alleging lack of maintenance, public-safety incidents and that no formal board approval for Riverlight construction exists.
Grand Rapids City, Kent County, Michigan
Mayor David LeGrand said he is the city's "chief ideas guy" and invited residents to offer suggestions at regular "Mayor's Mondays," by email, or during public comment at city commission meetings.
Wareham Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
Principals from Wareham’s three schools asked the finance committee for targeted hires — kindergarten paras, middle-school interventionists and a full-time athletic director — citing class-size, rising behavior incident workload and the need to maintain programs that attract and retain students.
General Government Operations and Appropriations , Legislative, Guam
Bill 163‑38 would permit motor vehicle owners to designate a beneficiary who would receive ownership on the owner's death, require DRT to publish plain‑language guidance, and clarify liens remain enforceable; the committee added implementation and publication provisions and the bill was placed on the third‑reading file.
Humboldt County, California
The Fortuna City Council adopted ordinance 2025‑778, making it unlawful to sell, offer, distribute or provide nitrous oxide within city limits, with an amendment allowing wholesale food distributors to supply food‑preparation facilities.
Wareham Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
Administrators from Wareham Middle, High and elementary schools presented 2024–25 results and proposed 2025–26 school improvement plans, highlighting writing and math gains, expanded interventions, attendance strategies and plans to re‑establish an alternative 'coop' program at the McDuffie Annex.
St. Mary's County, Maryland
Metcom told the Planning Commission that Marley Taylor treatment plant has about 1,500 EDUs remaining and that expansion planning is scheduled; commissioners also flagged problem sewer areas affecting roughly 5,000 properties and private-well arsenic concerns, requesting follow-up maps and capacity analyses.
Humboldt County, California
The Fortuna City Council authorized a $1.5 million supplemental discretionary payment to the CalPERS pension trust to reduce the city’s liability and save interest costs, and waived its 180‑day reserve policy for fiscal year 2025–26 to allow the transfer.
State Water Resources Control Board, Boards and Commissions, Executive, California
A State Water Resources Control Board training video explains how enrollees must designate a legally responsible official (LRO) under General Order 2022-0103, the LRO’s certification duties under section 5.9, account setup in CWIX, and mailing procedures for signed authorization forms.
Waunakee Community School District, School Districts, Wisconsin
The Waunakee Community School District budget committee reviewed 2024–25 accomplishments, warned of uncertain state special‑education aid, and said the board’s Oct. 30 commitment to cut the referendum debt‑service levy by $2.3 million will be addressed in January with refinancing, referendum savings or federal clean‑energy rebates. The committee also moved to a 3‑year enrollment model for 2026–27.
General Government Operations and Appropriations , Legislative, Guam
Bill 157‑38 would create a new aggravated third‑degree criminal sexual conduct offense and increase mandatory sentencing and restrictions for some offenders who assault 14–15‑year‑olds; the committee revised the bill after Attorney General review and the measure was sent to the third‑reading file.
St. Mary's County, Maryland
At the Dec. 1 work session the Planning Commission reviewed the transportation chapter of the draft Saint Mary\'s 2050 plan, debating mandatory sidewalk and interparcel-connection policies, new bicycle facility standards and the role of MPO studies such as an FDR Boulevard analysis.
Waunakee Community School District, School Districts, Wisconsin
Committee staff reported the middle‑school contingency remains above $3,000,000 and said Vogel (Jay Thompson) offered a change order to set aside $1.2 million of projected middle‑school savings for high‑school projects pending March 2026 bids; the committee approved a maintenance list (minus one small item) by voice vote.
Spokane, Spokane County, Washington
Staff presented an interlocal lease to secure backup emergency-communications space at District 9 (about $448/month, 12% footprint) and a three-year jury-management contract renewal with costs estimated from 2024; no votes were recorded in committee.
General Government Operations and Appropriations , Legislative, Guam
Bill 128‑38 would require agencies to post petitions for above‑step hiring on the Guam Public Notice portal and send copies to the Speaker 10 days before hiring, plus semiannual reporting; the measure passed the floor with broad bipartisan support and was placed on third‑reading.
Franklin County, Washington
Franklin County commissioners approved certification of 2026 taxing-district levies (cities, fire districts, ports, school/hospital districts) before the statutory deadline, even as members expressed concerns about Port of Pasco land purchases, tax increment financing that diverts county tax base (estimated ~$372,000) and options to push taxing entities for transparency.
Spokane, Spokane County, Washington
Council members heard a Dec. 1 presentation urging a ban on kratom sales and distribution; experts cited concerns about adulteration, youth access and opioid-like compounds, while some council members requested more scientific evidence and raised harm-reduction questions.
Lafayette City, Tippecanoe County, Indiana
A resident described a daytime smash‑and‑grab at Macalester Park and urged a visible security camera; other residents asked for neighborhood meetings and stronger enforcement of sidewalk snow‑clearing rules to keep downtown welcoming for shoppers.
Wareham Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
Administrators said FY27 special-education tuition and transportation — including private placements and cooperative placements — drive volatile costs, with 35 high-cost placements estimated at about $4.2 million and circuit-breaker reimbursements offsetting part of that burden.
Wareham Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
Superintendent Matt Deandre presented a 'level service plus' FY27 budget that totals $41.8 million before offsets and $38,244,686 after anticipated grants and revolving funds; administrators said rising contract salaries and costly out-of-district special-education placements are the largest pressures.
Utah State Board of Education, Utah Government Divisions, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
USBE ran final 2025 graduation-rate calculations on finalized October data, distributed MoveIt files to LEAs on Nov. 10, will post preview on the Data Gateway by end of day or Monday, and plans public release after Thanksgiving.
Utah State Board of Education, Utah Government Divisions, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
USBE staff warned LEAs that address and district-of-residence level-2 errors will block students in the December submission; they recommended finalizing well before the Dec. 8, 5 p.m. deadline and detailed steps to validate addresses via the UGRC and use geocodes when needed.
General Government Operations and Appropriations , Legislative, Guam
Lawmakers advanced Bill 49‑38 to the third‑reading file after adopting amendments that remove section 6, require a memorandum of understanding between DPR and DPW for cemetery maintenance, prioritize construction of crypts, and require a cemetery master plan and funding analysis to be presented to the Legislature.
Lafayette City, Tippecanoe County, Indiana
The council declared a revitalization area and approved a seven‑year real‑estate tax abatement for Lamco (Lafayette Materials Management Company) to support a roughly 6,000–7,000 sq ft addition; company representatives said the project would cost $700,000 and add 12 full‑time jobs paying $23–$40 per hour.
Utah State Board of Education, Utah Government Divisions, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
Utah education staff told local education agencies (LEAs) that 53 LEAs exceeded the federal 1% cap for alternate assessments and must submit justification letters by Jan. 5; four LEAs also must complete root-cause analyses on likely disproportionality across student subgroups.
Spokane, Spokane County, Washington
Fire Chief Williams told the committee Dec. 1 that 16 academy graduates are due soon but the department projects being about 14 FTEs short by mid-March; an appointment resolution to formally appoint Williams as fire chief will appear before full council Jan. 12.
St. Mary Parish, School Boards, Louisiana
A St. Mary Parish disciplinary committee approved adding language to its disciplinary policy that explicitly allows teachers and school employees to take or recommend disciplinary action and prohibits administrators from retaliating when such action complies with board policy.
Franklin County, Washington
Commissioners met to finalize the 2026 budget, confronting an $812,995 deficit driven mainly by a 55% jump in liability insurance and higher indigent-defense and corrections costs. They discussed targeted cuts, attrition, reserve adjustments and shopping insurance as immediate fixes before adopting levy certifications.
Spokane, Spokane County, Washington
Lieutenant Nate Sparing told the Public Safety and Community Health Committee Dec. 1 that Spokane's homicide clearance rate is roughly 93–94% and that the department has improved its shooting-call and digital-forensics processes, while a NIBIN ballistic system is expected in early 2026.
DANVILLE CITY PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
At the Nov. 13 meeting the Danville Public Schools Board approved the meeting agenda and minutes and approved personnel recommendations while pulling items 22 and 23 for separate consideration; roll calls were recorded for each motion.
Lafayette City, Tippecanoe County, Indiana
On first reading, an attorney for Primary Products Ingredients Americas LLC asked council to rezone roughly 47 acres to I‑3 to permit a new plant next to its existing campus; the attorney cited a >$400,000,000 investment and about 190 jobs and said the project has planning commission support.
Bernards Township School District, School Districts, New Jersey
A resident urged the Bernards Township School District board to adopt a field‑use policy with measurable enforcement and requested construction timing details for the Foresty Complex; the board said a draft policy (7511) is in committee and described anticipated contractor hours and safety steps.
Bernards Township School District, School Districts, New Jersey
Student representative and district curriculum staff reported classroom AI guidelines (approved tools named), in‑school PSAT participation rates (67.7% of sophomores, 56.4% of juniors), expanded tutor.com usage and a planned parent session on the state K–3 universal screener.
Franklin City, Johnson County, Indiana
At its Dec. 1 meeting the council swore in two new Franklin Fire Department hires, Cameron Moore and Ethan Hurley, who took the oath to uphold constitutions and obey lawful orders.
Baker County, Florida
The BCCMC board voted to continue issuing employee gift cards this year after discussing payroll-tax implications; it also authorized a corporate resolution so new board members can be added as bank signers without reconvening the full board.
DANVILLE CITY PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
The board recognized teachers completing district micro‑credentials Nov. 13; the program requires a 15‑hour minimum by Feb. 26, 2026, and the district reported 6,721 hours completed systemwide as of Nov. 7, with multiple teachers achieving 60‑hour 'expert' badges.
Lafayette City, Tippecanoe County, Indiana
The Lafayette City Council unanimously adopted three ordinances on second reading: an annual investment policy designating the city controller as investment officer, amendments to streetery rules to require business consent and clarify responsibilities, and a shortened time for bicycles left on public property to be deemed abandoned.
Warren City, Macomb County, Michigan
Commissioners raised procedural and fairness concerns after council did not reappoint the commission's assistant secretary; the city attorney replied that council has appointment authority and is not bound by the planning commission bylaws concerning excused absences, leaving the matter with the council.
Bernards Township School District, School Districts, New Jersey
The Bernards Township School District board heard a finance committee report outlining a roughly $36 million five‑year capital plan, discussed potential state ROD grants covering up to 40% of eligible costs, and approved routine finance, personnel and policy consent items by roll call.
Baker County, Florida
The BCCMC Corporation accepted a financial report showing year-end results better than budgeted, driven by higher detainee (ICE) revenue and tighter expense controls; the sheriff�s office said vacancies fell to three after a $50,000 starting salary and retention pay plan, and the county is preparing for ICE contract negotiations in May.
DANVILLE CITY PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
District leaders told the school board Nov. 13 that Innovate Academy (middle school) and the Motivate CTE program at George Washington High are enrolling students across eight career pathways; the district reported 177 middle‑school students in Innovate and said practical course caps are based on equipment and lab size.
Warren City, Macomb County, Michigan
Director Wirth presented a draft FY 2026–27 planning department budget proposing two Planner I positions, an assistant planner/GIS specialist, a departmental vehicle, and capital items including a copier; commissioners discussed meeting allowances and budget items and were asked to comment before a final recommendation to the mayor and council.
Franklin City, Johnson County, Indiana
The council approved two budget transfers on Dec. 1: $12,000 moved within parks accounts to cover December utility expenses (budgetary ordinance 25‑05) and $21,000 moved within police pension accounts to cover pension payments after a payroll miscalculation (budgetary resolution 25‑06).
Orland Park, Cook County, Illinois
Orland Park’s 2025 Christmas Parade drew more than 50 community groups and businesses down Ravinia Avenue and culminated in a tree lighting led by the Carl Sandburg High School Chamber Singers and the village’s first combined fireworks-and-drone show; Santa greeted families after the lighting.
Fort Myers Beach, Lee County, Florida
Council tabled an award for RFP 26-01-PW (landscaping and irrigation) to Dec. 15 after a discrepancy in selection scoring was discovered. Public speakers urged native-only plant lists and raised concerns about invasive species and non-biodegradable ground covers.
Sacramento County, California
At the November meeting the Secondary Flood Control Agency approved consent agenda items 1–14 on a voice vote after Member Catherine clarified item 4 concerns a land swap with the Natomas Habitat Basin Conservancy; the board adopted cancellation of the December meeting and set the next meeting for Jan. 15, 2026.
Cleveland, Cuyahoga County, Ohio
Council approved an emergency ordinance to authorize CTAPS urban forestry contracts (contracts $50k–$300k) and accepted an amendment requiring the Parks director to notify the Clerk of Council when cooperative purchases are made; members pressed for clearer outreach to seniors, whether private‑property trees are covered and how the program will cultivate small contractors.
Fort Myers Beach, Lee County, Florida
The council approved several administrative items including resolution 25-330 (a $350,000 state appropriation with a $350,000 match for South Water Tower repairs), updated banking signatories, and a first amendment to implement Tyler Munis (one-time $17,100 increase, $1,613 annual increase) to improve grant/project accounting and FEMA tracking.
Warren City, Macomb County, Michigan
A parking-lot site plan on Blackstone Avenue was approved subject to staff conditions requiring elimination of problematic parallel spaces, adjustment of front-setback hard surfacing (variance), corrected parking dimensions, and landscape and trash-enclosure improvements.
Sacramento County, California
At its November meeting the Secondary Flood Control Agency’s executive director said a continuing resolution and the House Energy and Water Development bill may keep the Natomas project in the Corps of Engineers’ work plan and could bring funding in 2026 or fiscal year 2027; he plans to lobby in Washington Dec. 1–4.
Franklin City, Johnson County, Indiana
Franklin Education Connection and local sponsors funded a national‑parks trip for Franklin Community High School students. Students described hikes, interpretive learning and partner support; the council received the presentation and praised the educational value.
Cleveland, Cuyahoga County, Ohio
After a daylong committee hearing, Cleveland's finance committee recommended an amended emergency ordinance implementing a settlement with the Browns that would fund demolition, lakefront work and community benefits; the package adds stronger local contracting, prevailing‑wage and council‑approval language but leaves some council members unsatisfied.
Polk County, Oregon
Polk County commissioners unanimously approved the meeting agenda, Nov. 12 minutes and the consent calendar. Staff requested reclassification of Rebecca Quiner from Health Services Administrative Specialist 3 to Health Services Administrative Analyst 1, effective Dec. 1, with an estimated $3,600 annual fiscal impact.
Fort Myers Beach, Lee County, Florida
The council unanimously adopted Ordinance 25-27, establishing procedures (new section 34-204) to allow expedited Local Planning Agency review for reasonable accommodations for certified recovery residences, meeting a state statutory mandate effective Jan. 1.
Cameron Parish, Louisiana
A proposed Cameron Parish ordinance to limit overnight beach camping to seven days in 30 and require permits prompted jurors to question private-property language, permit thresholds and enforcement (including sewage disposal). The draft was removed from the agenda for revision and will be re-advertised in January.
Franklin City, Johnson County, Indiana
After a public hearing where residents expressed safety concerns and supporters cited access needs, the Franklin City Council voted 4‑2 to amend Ordinance 25‑09 to allow regulated golf‑cart use on a 0.27‑mile section of the Franklin Greenway Trail under State Road 31, with signage and safety devices required before the change takes effect.
Warren City, Macomb County, Michigan
The commission approved four industrial building additions for Lock Industries to consolidate and expand manufacturing capacity; company representatives said the project supports current defense contracts and aims to grow employment from about 28 to roughly 70 workers.
Bristol Township SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The board approved an agreement naming Hillowallock LLP as the district solicitor, with the contract presented as effective Dec. 1, 2025 and an hourly rate specified in the agreement; the appointment was approved by voice vote.
Fort Myers Beach, Lee County, Florida
After a series of late edits agreed at a joint Local Planning Agency meeting, the Fort Myers Beach Town Council on Dec. 1 unanimously adopted Ordinance 24-10, updating the town's Comprehensive Plan 2045 with changes affecting public benefits, coastal conservation, housing and transportation policy.
Polk County, Oregon
Anthony Blosser, a Dallas city councilor and local educator, told Polk County commissioners he would prioritize balancing growth with farmland protection, investing in inside-city redevelopment, clearer rules, and addressing infrastructure capacity if appointed to the Planning Commission.
Cameron Parish, Louisiana
Architects and staff described delays and change orders on the North Cameron Emergency Operations Center, citing cast-stone and transformer backorders and a $1,761.97 insurance-premium cost tied to extended days; jurors agreed to remove one change order (No. 14) from the agenda for more review and discussed granting additional days vs. liquidated damages.
Warren City, Macomb County, Michigan
The Planning Commission approved a site plan for outdoor storage of construction materials on East 11 Mile Road, subject to revised plans, easement documentation and possible variances for setbacks and parking dimensions.
Polk County, Oregon
Two public commenters asked commissioners to postpone final action and review a hearings officer's decision that approved a proposed Apple Tree Holdings solid-waste transfer facility (CU 2505), saying the selected site conflicts with Polk County zoning and statutory requirements and that key testimony was omitted from the record.
Bristol Township SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
At the district's reorganization meeting, newly elected members were sworn in and James Morgan was chosen board president; Donna Kelly was elected vice president in an 8-0 vote. The board also scheduled photos and set its next meeting for Jan. 20, 2026.
Osceola County, Florida
At a regular meeting, the Osceola County Board of County Commissioners elected Commissioner Arrington as chair and Commissioner Grieve as vice chair in unanimous votes, recognized long‑service county employees and accepted a proclamation marking the 35th anniversary of the Caribbean and Florida Association, Inc.
Warren City, Macomb County, Michigan
The commission postponed approval of a proposed addition to a Hoover/9 Mile gas station after the owner and planning staff disagreed about use of an adjacent 20-foot strip, parking counts and required setbacks for a nearby transformer; the petitioner was given time to provide deeded agreements and resolve DTE objections.
Lowell City, Middlesex County, Massachusetts
The Lowell Planning Board granted a special permit to Mellow Holdings LLC to split 88 Weed Street into two lots and build a new single‑family home, allowing Lot 1 frontage of 60.5 feet under the zoning relief provision; the vote was unanimous 5‑0.
Cameron Parish, Louisiana
Bolton Holdings told the Cameron Parish Police Jury it is bidding to feed an LNG workforce through a Worley contract and asked for a commissary permit at a Family Dollar site, six trailer kitchen permits and a 30–50-person man camp; jurors requested permit review and conditions and said advertising and health approvals will be required.
Lowell City, Middlesex County, Massachusetts
After neighborhood opposition over tree removal and slope concerns, the Lowell Planning Board approved Christian Hill Homes’ 17‑lot definitive subdivision for Llewellyn/Christian Streets, imposing conditions requiring per‑lot test pits/soil analyses, retaining‑wall designs before permits and vertical granite curb along the frontage.
St. Mary Parish, School Boards, Louisiana
The committee voted to add language to the disciplinary policy saying 'each teacher and school employee' may take disciplinary action and that principals must not retaliate if a staff referral follows school board policy. The change was read aloud, discussed as reflecting state-legislature wording, and adopted by voice vote.
Lowell City, Middlesex County, Massachusetts
An applicant for the River’s Edge planned residential development requested a continuance so the need for City Council oversight can be resolved; the Lowell Planning Board granted the continuance to Jan. 22, 2026.
Coos Bay SD 9, School Districts, Oregon
The Coos Bay SD 9 board convened at 05:30, approved the evening's agenda, moved into an executive session under ORS 192.660 to review the chief executive officer's performance, returned with no actions and adjourned.
St. Joseph County, Indiana
Commissioners addressed an unauthorized dewatering incident at a ranch project, discussed sand entering a ditch, and approved a limited dewatering permit for a county park pond project with monitoring conditions and technical limits on duration and discharge.
City reported repaving and ADA upgrades in Zone 29 and Zone 7, reminded residents of expected work, promoted the Norwalk Connects app for non‑emergency reports, and published a resident compliment about rapid tree‑debris cleanup.
SAN BENITO CISD, School Districts, Texas
Board recognized cross-country and orchestra students from district schools and heard a public comment from a San Benito High School math teacher thanking the district and noting a staff stipend policy update.
Delaware County, Indiana
The Delaware County Drainage Board will hold a public hearing Dec. 10 at 9 a.m. on reconstruction of Hogg Creek (a regulated drain in Salem Township). Board members said the project runs close to the road near 700 East north of 32 and encouraged attendance to answer questions.
SAN BENITO CISD, School Districts, Texas
The board approved a multi-item consent agenda including authorization language for 2026 refunding bonds, moved into closed session on nominations, allocated 60 appraisal-district votes to David A. Garza, approved employment actions, appointed Nicole Murillo as a campus principal, and denied a level-3 grievance.
Bangor City, Penobscot County, Maine
An assistant city solicitor told Bangor’s Finance Committee the city lease for Hope House allows the lessee to mortgage or assign its leasehold interest to obtain funding; Maine State Housing Authority was the named funding source. Committee moved the item to full council.
St. Joseph County, Indiana
Board members discussed proposed assessment increases, landowner notifications and the need for public hearings; Matt Meersman of the Saint Joseph River Basin Commission explained the Juday Creek task force’s nonbinding technical review role and said a one‑time 25% assessment increase is possible if landowner percentages do not change.
St. Joseph County, Indiana
The board conditionally approved a 5-by-4 box culvert crossing for the City of Mishawaka’s Veterans Parkway extension, subject to county engineering hydraulic review and inspection arrangements; the city will publicly bid and pay for the work, officials said.
Delaware County, Indiana
The board approved $101,475.57 in claims to contractors for MS4 compliance and other work and discussed a 50% reimbursement check from Muncie Sanitary District related to Stockport culvert repairs, agreeing it should be deposited back into the culvert fund pending auditor confirmation.
SAN BENITO CISD, School Districts, Texas
District leaders heard a schematic design and construction update from Dee Wilson Construction for a 900-seat Performing Arts Center on the VMA campus, including proposed features (fly tower, orchestra pit), a cited project budget and a construction timeline that targets early 2028 completion.
Bangor City, Penobscot County, Maine
The Bangor City Finance Committee voted to forward to the full council a staff recommendation to purchase two fully outfitted Freightliner plow trucks after Freightliner remained the low bidder when competitors added a $7,000-per-truck tariff. Delivery was estimated at 12 weeks.
City recapped its summer concert series, Front Street Friday nights, Halloween activities, ribbon-cuttings and a Business Spotlight campaign that highlighted Angie's Mexican Restaurant, Dog Pound MMA & Fitness and Ann Dance Studio.
St. Joseph County, Indiana
The St. Joseph County Drainage Board approved contractor payments totaling about $44,000, awarded multiple excavation contracts (including Grapevine and Rogers Ditch projects), and confirmed advertising and bid procedures. Several awards drew discussion about unusually low bids and funding sources.
Cayuga County, New York
After a public hearing and technical amendments to the draft, the Cayuga County Legislature adopted a local law to establish an annual registry restricting animal ownership by people convicted of listed animal‑abuse offenses; clerical amendments were made and the law passed as amended.
Norwalk recapped a Sept. 24 regional tabletop exercise with multiple agencies to improve school lockdown and emergency coordination, held a first‑responders appreciation luncheon, and hosted a Veterans Day remembrance featuring keynote U.S. Marine Corps Sergeant Steven Johnson.
Polk County, Oregon
At the Nov. 25 Polk County Board of Commissioners meeting, planning commission applicant Jessica Blakely said population growth and housing-production work should guide updates to the county’s comprehensive plan, urged better city–county coordination and warned that infrastructure — especially water, wastewater and safety on James Howe Road — must be addressed before major expansion.
Delaware County, Indiana
The Delaware County Stormwater Board unanimously approved Resolution 2025-14 to acquire a used Timco regenerative air street sweeper from Muncie Sanitary District for $20,000. Board members noted the vehicle's mileage and engine hours and compared the cost to a new unit.
Pico Rivera, Los Angeles County, California
Pico Rivera held a Veterans Day ceremony with Sen. Bob Archuleta, Mayor Johnny Garcia and Assemblymember Lisa Calderon. The mayor proclaimed the city a Purple Heart City and highlighted a Veterans Resource Center at the senior center that has operated for three years; dozens of veterans gave brief remarks.
City outlined recent improvements at Zimmerman Park (lighting, cameras, free Wi‑Fi) and announced a large Hermosillo Park rehabilitation that will include an underground infiltration system and the city's first synthetic turf soccer fields.
Onslow County, North Carolina
Dominique Van Pelt of the Onslow County Health Department described holiday stress symptoms and practical coping steps — journaling, gratitude, walking, box-breathing — and reminded viewers that 988 is available for suicide prevention and crisis support.
Yukon, Canadian County, Oklahoma
Yukon Fire Department trainers outlined the VEIS (vent, enter, isolate, search) method in a video-led session, emphasizing early size-up, building-construction checks, required tools and defined roles for rapid interior searches; Flashbrook cited a statistic that 55% of victims are found in or near bedrooms.
At a State of the City-style address, Norwalk officials outlined federal and state housing investments — including more than $10,000,000 administered by the Norwalk Housing Authority, HUD CDBG and HOME ARP funds, a $3,000,000 Cal HOME grant — and celebrated the opening of Weingart Rose, a 54‑unit Project Homekey conversion offering on-site supportive services.
Cayuga County, New York
After a presentation on shoreline sewage risks and a cost estimate of about $33 million, the legislature moved to form a sewer district and approved amendments to postpone the referendum until April 2026 and allow the county water and sewer authority to reimburse up to $15,000 of referendum costs; the measure passed as amended.
Delaware County, Indiana
Delaware County staff presented a plan to migrate from on‑premises Microsoft Exchange and local SAN storage to Google Workspace using reseller Resultant, estimating a first‑year cost of about $192,000 and highlighting security, storage and collaboration benefits.
Onslow County, North Carolina
Deputy Howard Schamel urged residents to avoid posting travel check-ins, consider doorbell cameras and secured deliveries to deter porch pirates, be alert for parking-lot scams and to perform vehicle checks before long trips.
Cayuga County, New York
Following testimony from the museum director and dozens of residents, the legislature voted to transfer $30,000 from the contingency fund to restore part‑time salary funding for the Ag Museum; debate centered on fairness of cuts and budget process transparency.
Delaware County, Indiana
Staff introduced ordinances to create a $25 lien administrative fee and a draft tax‑sale bidder fee; commissioners discussed raising deterrent fees and tabled or prepared to send draft items to county council for further study.
The Belmont Shore Christmas Parade will take place Dec. 6 along East 2nd Street from Quincy Avenue to Bayshore Avenue with performers and floats; the host encouraged attendees to dress in pajamas for the 'jingle jammies' theme.
New Orleans City, Orleans Parish, Louisiana
The Housing Trust Fund Advisory Committee presented a compromise budget and the council and speakers reaffirmed that the charter-mandated 2% of the general fund will be honored once amended revenues are recognized; advocates asked the council to ensure the full 2% is delivered and to prioritize small multifamily projects, fortified roofs and weatherization.
Delaware County, Indiana
An ordinance to rescind prior retiree insurance language and redefine retiree coverage was introduced; commissioners debated keeping retirees at a 70/30 premium split versus a proposed 50/50 change and recorded a first reading vote to introduce the measure.
Onslow County, North Carolina
Onslow County officials described a slate of free and low-cost holiday events — Lights Over Onslow (Dec. 7), branch library programs, monthly winter farmers markets and Santa visits — and shared how residents can register or find details online.
Cayuga County, New York
After extensive public comment about recent ICE raids, the Cayuga County Legislature voted to adopt a resolution urging law‑enforcement discretion and opposing excessive immigration enforcement; sponsors said the non‑combative text could be strengthened later.
New Orleans City, Orleans Parish, Louisiana
City staff and board representatives asked the council to recognize a mix of reimbursements and settlement proceeds — including an expected $29.5 million Sewerage & Water Board reimbursement and cash from Wisner settlements — and consultants projected $13.5 million from parking enforcement and collections; the recorded recognition was folded into the omnibus amendment.
Long Beach invited mobile food operators to a Dec. 2 community meeting at the Billie Jean King Library to discuss a proposed ordinance covering food trucks and other mobile food facilities; owners were told they can visit departments to prepare documents once the ordinance is adopted.
Dare County, North Carolina
Summary of motions and roll-call outcomes from the Dec. 1 Dare County meeting: re-election of Bob Woodard as chair and Steve House as vice chair; approval of tourism impact grants ($1.79M), budget amendments (including Early College debt-service accounting), multiple appointments, a DFI contract amendment and a unanimous vote to enter closed session.
Denison, Grayson County, Texas
The commission approved minutes and its 2026 meeting calendar, named a vice chair for a one-year term, and received updates on repairs to the Waterloo Concession Building and Loy Lake Pavilion and on the 10th Denison On Ice season, including attendance and sponsorship totals.
New Orleans City, Orleans Parish, Louisiana
Outside counsel told the council Treasury guidance permits certain reallocations of ARPA funds obligated by 12/31/2024 if the new use is eligible and funds are spent by 12/31/2026, but cautioned that inadequate documentation could force repayment; councilmembers and community leaders pushed for transparency about repurposing ARPA-funded programs.
The Long Beach Parks, Recreation and Marine Department will host a job fair on Dec. 2 at Whaley Park to recruit for open positions; requirements and available roles were announced on the Long Beach Brief by host Nadia Gill.
Delaware County, Indiana
The Delaware County Commissioners voted to provide a local match of $11,247,000 from the cumulative bridge fund to pursue federal funding to reconstruct Bridge 509 on McGalliard Avenue, which engineers said carries about 16,000 vehicles per day.
Dare County, North Carolina
Dare Early College principal Cassie Mount presented school progress, the newly adopted 'Mariners' mascot and academic support plans; CFO explained that early college debt service is funded through restricted sales-tax capital funds and lottery revenue and does not affect county operating funds.
New Orleans City, Orleans Parish, Louisiana
After hours of presentations and public comment, the City Council voted to adopt an amended 2026 operating budget that recognizes roughly $74 million in additional revenue streams (ARPA reclassification, Sewerage & Water reimbursements, Wisner settlement payments and parking collections) and preserves several essential services; the omnibus amendment and the operating budget passed unanimously.
An unidentified speaker said a voter-approved Los Angeles County property tax will be invested in parks and asked attendees for ideas and opinions on a park master plan.
Forest Park, Clayton County, Georgia
City staff and council members listed hiring opportunities, recreation events (Thanksgiving tailgate, Holiday Extravaganza, Breakfast with Santa), a clothing drive, a free 'Elevate' resource for job training, and Principal Planner Savon Arons Kumasa said the city was selected for the GIC 2026 cohort and is improving permitting via Tyler Technologies.
Coffee County, School Districts, Georgia
At its Nov. 20 meeting the Coffee County board approved the consent agenda by voice vote, including a custodial supplement to pass through state funds to 13 custodial staff, a furniture purchase for Satilla Elementary to be reimbursed by insurance following storm damage, and an employee tobacco-use policy set to sit for 30 days.
Forest Park, Clayton County, Georgia
Public works reported the new dog park is open, crews swept about 95 miles of streets and projects including the Lindaway sidewalk (≈80% complete), Forest Parkway landscaping (≈70%) and Metcalf Road resurfacing are underway; easement work for the Waldrop Road sidewalk is planned for Jan. 2026.
Tippecanoe County, Indiana
The board awarded a fuel contract to Newton Oil, approved purchase of two tandem trucks from McMahon Volvo, approved a Title IV-E agreement and a JDAI grant application, accepted mediation MOUs at $100/hour, and denied a Lafayette-initiated gas station amendment.
Coffee County, School Districts, Georgia
Superintendent Dr. Leece received the Cognia Greg Ormsdorf Servant Leadership Award during the Coffee County board meeting on Nov. 20, where colleagues testified to his role restoring accreditation and improving student outcomes.
Wright County, Iowa
As drainage trustees, Wright County supervisors approved drainage invoices totaling roughly $19,992.54, reviewed a $33,760 estimate to televise tile for JDD111-3 (costs to be borne by petitioners), and set an informational landowner meeting for Dec. 15 at 10:00 a.m.
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Dare County, North Carolina
The board unanimously approved tourism impact grant awards totaling $1,790,068.06 and heard from OBX Jeep Invasion organizers about cumulative charitable donations (about $196,000) and a $10,000 contribution to Wounded Warriors in Action for the 2026 event.
Wright County, Iowa
County staff corrected previous dimensions and presented final plans for the 4 Corner Bridge (a 14-by-12 twin box culvert); supervisors approved the plans and staff said the project is expected to be let at DOT on March 17 with an estimated program budget of $600,000.
San Diego City, San Diego County, California
At a San Diego City adoption celebration in November, organizers announced 39 children were officially adopted as part of National Adoption Month; parents and children described the day as emotional, including a parent who said a child spent 631 days in foster care before adoption.
Forest Park, Clayton County, Georgia
At a ward meeting, city fire and police officials reported October call volumes and staffing changes, said crime is down about 9% from last year, outlined holiday patrol plans and offered fryer-safety advice ahead of Thanksgiving.
Dare County, North Carolina
At the Dec. 1 Dare County Board of Commissioners meeting, public speakers and the chair urged action to stabilize NC Highway 12 and rebuild three historical groins; county staff and commissioners said statutory and permitting constraints and a 50% repair rule limit immediate reconstruction and that only one groin repair application is currently before state agencies.
Tippecanoe County, Indiana
After developer testimony and public opposition from nearby residents, the board approved a rezone of Sterling 27 to R1B with an associated commitment; commissioners said drainage and subdivision engineering must resolve outstanding floodplain and access issues.
Wright County, Iowa
Josephine Miller, speaking for Wright County libraries, asked supervisors for a 3% operating increase and a $5,000 tech grant (about $1,000 per library) and described programming and shared services among county libraries.
San Diego City, San Diego County, California
Porfirio Mancillas, program coordinator for the Program Business Intelligence Unit, described a new interactive website that will host San Diego County's annual status report (called the "credit report" in the transcript), highlighting a page-flip interface and the report's long historical record dating to the 1920s.
Onslow County, North Carolina
Public commenters at the Dec. 1 Onslow County meeting urged support for volunteer fire departments and raised concerns about low municipal election turnout and potential warrantless surveillance from camera networks; commissioners acknowledged volunteers and said the county's fire service strategic plan aims to support them.
Jackson City, Madison County, Tennessee
Staff reported 6–7 RFP responses for financing options (bond anticipation notes, conduit/PBA) and will meet with PFM and outside counsel to compare terms and recommend a course of action. Separately, the city is working through Tyler import/file‑format issues for delinquent tax submission and implementing single‑scan image‑cash‑letter capabilities to streamline payment processing.
Wright County, Iowa
Residents and supervisors disagreed about whether county crews can perform maintenance inside towns; staff said state rules mean towns under 2,500 can receive county help only with full reimbursement and recommended written 20/80-style agreements; the board asked staff to clarify rates with Iowa DOT.
General Government Operations and Appropriations , Legislative, Guam
The Guam Legislature presented Resolution No. 112-38 COR on Dec. 2, 2025, honoring Giving Tuesday and KUAM CareForce; youth Spark Ambassadors described projects including a meal outreach for people experiencing homelessness and a school 'Clip a Compliment' kindness campaign.
Onslow County, North Carolina
The Onslow County Board of Commissioners on Dec. 1 signed an annual funding agreement with Coastal Carolina Community College, approved a construction administration amendment for the Albert J. Ellis runway project, adopted a zoning text change and a low‑impact development resolution, and approved related county items by voice vote.
Human Rights Commission, Maine, Executive, Maine
The commission found reasonable grounds to believe Eastern Events discriminated on the basis of age in hiring and succession actions involving complainant Eric Leffler and moved to attempt conciliation.
Tippecanoe County, Indiana
The board approved an MR rezone and vacated a prior zoning commitment to allow a proposed IU Health hospital, described by its representative as a $127 million investment expected to bring more than 200 jobs; the votes were unanimous.
Jackson City, Madison County, Tennessee
The mayor and council announced appointments to the mayor's salary review committee, a council member pay review committee, and reappointment to the housing commission. Staff indicated the housing commission chair will present zoning recommendations at an upcoming meeting.
Forest Park, Clayton County, Georgia
City officials promoted open job postings for police and fire, listed Thanksgiving and holiday community events, and introduced a financial adviser offering estate‑planning education for residents.
Human Rights Commission, Maine, Executive, Maine
Dennis Piccard alleged retaliation after reporting an alleged excessive‑force incident; commissioners were divided but a tie vote reverted to the investigator's recommendation of no reasonable grounds.
General Government Operations and Appropriations , Legislative, Guam
The legislature amended Bill 165-38 COR to extend the driver-license conversion period from 30 to 90 days for new residents and to require registering an out-of-jurisdiction license in person or electronically with the Department of Revenue and Taxation; motions to add cosponsors and move the bill to the third-reading/voting file passed with no objections.
Jackson City, Madison County, Tennessee
Council adopted a revised budget‑priority scoring sheet and rubric to pilot internally for non‑capital operating requests; staff will solicit feedback from the pilot group and may revise before broader roll‑out.
Dubois County, Indiana
Dubois County commissioners approved staff recommendations to award multiple 2026 highway material contracts and heard engineering updates on Bridge 21, Bridge 116 and a large Bridge 78 rehabilitation project that will require multi‑month closures. Engineers flagged timing, detours and quality controls for concrete and stone.
Forest Park, Clayton County, Georgia
The planning department announced Forest Park was selected for a regional cohort offering housing resources and said staff are implementing Tyler Technology for one-stop permitting and will produce educational videos to explain services to residents and businesses.
Grand Rapids City, Kent County, Michigan
At the Dec. 2 meeting the commission voted to enter closed session for 'any litigation' and the clerk conducted a roll call before the meeting moved to the law library for the closed session.
Grand Rapids City, Kent County, Michigan
Interim city attorney Phil Strom briefed the commission on a citizen-led proposal to regulate amplified sound near health-care facilities after outreach to local medical providers. Commissioners raised concerns about First Amendment limits, increased police contact, definition scope and the need to hear from patients; a majority asked staff to draft ordinance options that include decriminalization and public-comment windows.
Grand Rapids City, Kent County, Michigan
The city engaged Mosaic Public Partners to lead a nationwide search for the next city attorney. Mosaic will develop a candidate profile in December, run outreach in Jan–Feb 2026, and aim for selection in March with an appointment in April; the charter’s Michigan-licensure requirement will shape candidate eligibility.
Grand Rapids City, Kent County, Michigan
The commission approved a Brownfield plan amendment for 125 Ottawa to rehabilitate an existing office building (floors 2–4) into 36 residential apartments; staff will submit the Act 381 work plan to the Michigan State Housing Development Authority pending Brownfield Authority support.
Human Rights Commission, Maine, Executive, Maine
After hearing testimony, the commission adopted the investigator's recommendation and found no reasonable grounds to believe the University of Southern Maine unlawfully discriminated against or retaliated against complainant Partridge.
Grand Rapids City, Kent County, Michigan
Commissioners approved creating an industrial development district and a 12-year facilities-exemption certificate for Falk (82,500 sq ft production facility); staff said the project will add 14 jobs paying $25–$55 an hour and estimated the city's portion of the 12‑year abatement value at about $337,000.
Grand Rapids City, Kent County, Michigan
The commission approved an MDOT-led reconstruction of the Martin Luther King Jr. Street bridge over US-131 and two railroads and authorized $1,413,100 for the city's Act 51 local share; work is expected to begin in spring with 10-foot sidewalks on both sides.
Grand Rapids City, Kent County, Michigan
The Fiscal Committee voted to approve a three-year EAP contract, a one-year AJ Gallagher extension for property and casualty coverage, payments and budget substitutions totaling multimillions for utility and street projects, salary ordinance changes for district court and parking/parks classifications, and received a warrant report of $27.4M.
Forest Park, Clayton County, Georgia
Public works reported progress on Lindaway sidewalk work (about 80% complete), Forest Parkway landscaping (about 70% complete) and Metcalf Road resurfacing while noting easement work for a Waldorf Road sidewalk projected for January 2026.
Grand Rapids City, Kent County, Michigan
City staff told the Committee on Appointments that several boards will have end-of-year vacancies — notably Mobile GR (four openings), Planning, Community Relations and Urban Agriculture — and said the city will stagger economic development board term end dates so reappointments align midyear.
Dubois County, Indiana
Dubois County 911 director Stuart Wilson urged commissioners to approve preventative maintenance contracts for uninterruptible power supplies (UPS) that keep 911 operations and sheriff’s office systems running during outages; he said he negotiated a 20% reduction and requested county council funding of about $7,019 for two units pending council approval.
Natchitoches Historic District Commission, Natchitoches, Natchitoches Parish, Louisiana
The Natchitoches Historic District Commission approved gravel for an existing driveway and repainting in the same white-and-green combination at 208 Poet Street, but paused on any decision about a deteriorated rear outbuilding and asked the applicant for additional contractor quotes and documentation.
Financial Operations , Utah Board of Education, Offices, Departments, and Divisions, Organizations, Utah Executive Branch, Utah
Following public comments from parents and staff briefings, the Utah Schools for the Deaf and Blind standing committee unanimously voted to send a revised response to PEA recommendations to the full board, urging retention of current service options (including students with Section 504 plans), cautioning against a straight WPU funding shift, and asking for a study of a USDB-specific weighted WPU and clearer timelines for data changes.
Jackson City, Madison County, Tennessee
The council considered several procurement items including a rebid contract for Jackson YMCA early learning center renovations (CDBG pass-through), a towing services contract, a design contract for the Cypress Grove RTP boardwalk (RTP grant-funded), and a consulting contract for a fly-rail system at a civic venue. Staff clarified funding sources, bid history, consultant roles and construction timelines; a motion was made to proceed on the fly-rail consulting contract.
Forest Park, Clayton County, Georgia
Fire and police officials at Forest Park’s Ward 1 meeting reported October call volumes and staffing updates, outlined holiday patrol plans and offered safety tips for Thanksgiving cooking and community programs.
Jackson City, Madison County, Tennessee
Councilors discussed missed city‑sticker revenue and options to enforce collection through county registration software, plus potential adjustments to building/engineering fees and vacant‑building tools. Staff will research agreements with the county clerk and fee comparables and return with recommendations.
General Government Operations and Appropriations , Legislative, Guam
Lawmakers advanced Bill 64-38 to create a Guam Artificial Intelligence Regulatory Task Force, adopting floor amendments that add grants review, GEDA membership and funding support, anti-discrimination language, regular testing and public reporting requirements, and a right to human review for adverse AI-driven decisions.
South Pasadena City, Los Angeles County, California
The City of South Pasadena began construction in March 2025 on two pocket parks acquired from Caltrans, including the newly named Dr. Beatriz Solis Memorial Park; funding includes $550,000 in Measure A funds and nearly $19,094,000 in Proposition 68 grants.
Dubois County, Indiana
Residents from Holland, Honeybird and surrounding areas urged Dubois County commissioners on Dec. 1 to reconsider a permit held by PropLine/Crossline and to explore a moratorium on further large-scale solar and battery projects; commissioners said county limits actions without countywide planning and asked staff and counsel to research legal options and permit status.
Delaware County, Ohio
Members voted 3-0 to approve agenda item “25Dash1022.” The motion was moved and seconded; Missus Lewis, Mister Merrill and Mister Benton each voted “Aye.” The meeting concluded with no further business.
Jackson City, Madison County, Tennessee
Councilors reviewed a multi-part ordinance to consolidate residential zoning classes (to R1/R2/R3), move sign regulations from building code into the zoning ordinance, and remove district-specific parking minimums. Staff said the changes aim to simplify language, reduce visual clutter, and align zoning with planning practice; the sign code includes a 7-year amortization period for prohibited signs and 30-month vacancy rules.
General Government Operations and Appropriations , Legislative, Guam
Lawmakers paused debate on Bill 49-38 after floor members said a DPR letter suggested Lot 258 had already been conveyed to the Department of Parks and Recreation and several senators said they had not seen plans for development. The measure was set aside to get confirmation from Land Management and DPR.
North Ridgeville, Lorain County, Ohio
The Utilities Committee voted to forward a renegotiated 50-year lease with TowerCo for a monopole cell tower at Shady Drive Complex to the full council. Administration said the revised terms reduce the leased footprint to 2,400 sq ft and would yield roughly $1.8 million over 50 years; the planning commission will review the site plan.
Dubois County, Indiana
Consultants on Dec. 1 told Dubois County commissioners the proposed regional sewer district is moving toward being 'shovel-ready' but land acquisition and clarifying median household income (MHI) for finance scoring remain key obstacles; the Indiana Finance Authority has earmarked about $1 million in forgivable assistance to reduce rates if the county can resolve easement and timing issues.
Jackson City, Madison County, Tennessee
Jackson City Council approved three budget amendments: a $1.5M Tennessee ECD Fast Track grant pass‑through, a $1.5M OCJP VCIF award to be appropriated (staff to present police spending plan before second reading), and an $89,396.09 reallocation for police vehicle upfitting. All motions passed by voice vote.
Santa Ana Unified School District, School Districts, California
This transcript documents a former student's guest presentation at Santana High School about his graphic design experience; it is a student event, not a civic meeting eligible for civic article generation.
Ethics Comission, Deparments in Office of the Governor, Organizations, Executive, Tennessee
The Ethics Commission voted to accept a complaint against Alderman Matt Brown for further processing while debating whether several allegations were time‑barred or based on secondhand information. Commissioners also approved minutes and bylaw revisions during the special meeting.
Roseville, Ramsey County, Minnesota
Council approved consent items including payments totaling $912,761.35, a sign replacement, final payment items and a professional-services agreement for dangerous-dog appeal hearings; Council also appointed Council Member Strachan to the civic campus final-design stakeholder group and previewed a closed session on a property offer.
Alma City, Gratiot County, Michigan
In a single meeting the commission approved routine items including a vendor correction and vehicle purchase ($449,946), a $42,875 library shelving purchase, ratified three city investments, received finance and manager reports, set Dec. 23 hearings for two special assessment districts, approved appropriations and entered closed session with no action recorded.
Jackson City, Madison County, Tennessee
The Jackson City Council reviewed multiple budget amendments on first and second reading, including a $1.55 million pass-through grant for 6k Energy, a $1.5 million VCIF award for violent-crime intervention equipment, and reallocations for police vehicle outfitting and a city vehicle-leasing program. Council discussion clarified permissible uses, contract status, and cancellation obligations; no formal roll-call votes were recorded in the transcript.
Roseville, Ramsey County, Minnesota
The council unanimously adopted an amendment to City Code section 501.15 to redefine the dangerous-or-potentially-dangerous animal hearing officer as an impartial city appointee or a retained impartial person after the animal humane society said it would discontinue investigative/hearing services.
Pryor Creek, Mayes County, Oklahoma
The HotelMotel Tax Allocation Board met Dec. 1 and unanimously approved reimbursements and advance payments for three local events — a Bluegrass & Barbecue Festival, an Oki Homes Expo supported by the Prairie Chamber of Commerce, and Santa’s Christmas Village — following a presentation by a chamber representative about attendance and marketing.
Columbus County, North Carolina
Columbus County officials voted to move into a closed session under North Carolina statute §143-318.11, citing attorney–client privilege and matters related to economic development, real estate and personnel. Commissioner Floyd moved; Commissioner Featherston seconded; the board approved the motion by voice vote.
McHenry County, Illinois
The administrator reported census above 100 and positive September revenue from a new memory-care unit, warned of unknown Illinois Medicaid cuts and a delayed federal survey schedule, and said the facility will pause pursuit of a statewide quality award; routine minutes and the consent agenda were approved.
Alma City, Gratiot County, Michigan
Commission received Fishback’s statement of qualifications to design wastewater treatment plant upgrades tied to Clean Water SRF funding; staff said the timeline is tight and Fishback will prepare proposals and cost estimates for commission review.
Roseville, Ramsey County, Minnesota
Finance Commission Chair Bruce Bester offered to examine the pathways program after receiving a critical letter; council members generally urged a broader capital improvement program (CIP) review focused on prioritization, inflation and maintenance costs rather than a narrow deep dive into the small-cost pathways program.
Syracuse City, Onondaga County, New York
Staff presented draft terms modeled on an Invest DSM template — proposing a 30% program/70% owner cost share and affordability periods tied to grant size — and board members raised concerns about displacement risk, enforcement and landlords gaming rules.
Judicial - Appeals Court Oral Arguments, Judicial, Massachusetts
A pro se appellant appealed a nonpayment/possession judgment, asserting the judge dismissed or reframed two statutory counterclaims (eviction by force and unauthorized removal of goods) and quashed subpoenas for his daughter's records without adequate notice, while the landlord argued the motions were litigated and the record supports the decision for possession and unpaid rent.
Alma City, Gratiot County, Michigan
The commission approved a $25,100 special assessment to cover asbestos testing, removal, demolition and restoration for 702 Gratiot; staff said testing and removal were complete and notices were mailed to two addresses with no public response.
Syracuse City, Onondaga County, New York
City staff told a local board the Block Challenge program has about 199 applications and roughly $1 million in anticipated project investment, putting approved work about $30,000 over the program budget; staff proposed adjusting the 2026 operating budget and stepped-up neighborhood outreach.
Roseville, Ramsey County, Minnesota
After a public hearing with no speakers, the council unanimously adopted a resolution certifying community-development abatements (updated total $8,160.51) and police false-alarm fees ($22,567.61) to be added to property tax statements for collection.
Mesa Unified District (4235), School Districts, Arizona
At a school-choice fair, participants highlighted Mesa Unified District (4235) program variety — from music and animals to robotics — and urged families to use school websites to schedule tours and find the best fit for their children.
Judicial - Appeals Court Oral Arguments, Judicial, Massachusetts
Appellant argued the trial court misread an expert report and overly weighted the father's continued contact with the child's mother when it terminated parental rights; child’s counsel and DCF urged affirmance, citing the child's stability in foster care and father's lack of insight and inconsistent engagement with services.
Judicial - Appeals Court Oral Arguments, Judicial, Massachusetts
Counsel for a registrant challenged the registry board’s classification and denial of funds for an expert, arguing that factor analyses and actuarial instruments (Stable-2007, Static-99) were misapplied and that the board relied on science not admitted below; board counsel defended the hearing examiner’s findings as supported by substantial evidence.
Roseville, Ramsey County, Minnesota
Finance Director Michelle Petrick presented a preliminary $81.2 million city and EDA budget and three levy scenarios; the council opened the public hearing, heard one resident express surprise at a large tax statement increase, and continued the hearing to the council's next meeting with no action taken tonight.
Appropriations, Joint & Standing, Committees, Legislative, Wyoming
The Wyoming Office of Homeland Security requested $3 million for critical‑infrastructure mapping software, $2.5 million (5‑year) for a statewide RAVE emergency alerting system, and $108,000 in state match for federal cybersecurity grants; staff warned federal grant timing is volatile.
Alma City, Gratiot County, Michigan
The Alma City Commission approved an amended industrial facilities tax exemption for Avalon Tahoe Manufacturing’s Building B expansion, sending the application to the state tax commission; city staff said the project expanded to include offices and employee amenities and is already operating.
Concord, Merrimack County , New Hampshire
The ZBA granted a frontage variance allowing conversion of a nonconforming building at 37 Washington Street in Penacook to three residential units, concluding the lot’s preexisting configuration and the building’s age justify relief under the variance criteria; the vote was unanimous.
Judicial - Appeals Court Oral Arguments, Judicial, Massachusetts
Appellant argued the trial court violated due process by excluding a social-worker release-and-discharge report that would have shown community supports and could affect reoffense risk; the Commonwealth countered that the social worker was a fact witness and that jury instructions and statutory evidence limited reversible error.
Hardin County, School Boards, Kentucky
Superintendent and staff urged parents to begin preparing children six months before kindergarten for language, independence (restroom, dressing, eating) and transition skills; district will provide materials to families.
Appropriations, Joint & Standing, Committees, Legislative, Wyoming
The governor’s office asked the committee to add $1 million to the Federal Natural Resource Policy Account (FERNAPA) for litigation and response work, and requested $100,000 for Salesforce licenses plus TRP, transition and wild‑horse management carryovers.
Concord, Merrimack County , New Hampshire
After determining the project did not meet criteria for a Development of Regional Impact, the Concord Zoning Board unanimously granted Unitil two variances to locate a control enclosure within a bluff buffer and to permit limited regrading for stormwater management at 1–7 McGuire Street, citing existing site uses, planned restoration, and state-level review (AOT) for environmental safeguards.
Bernalillo County, New Mexico
Bernalillo County Assessor Damian Lara and Chief Appraiser Fabian Montoya described a 15‑year review finding that documented crime, homelessness and supply‑and‑demand changes influence local property markets; the office outlined 'delineation' of tax neighborhoods and the 30‑day appeal window followed by a judicial appeal deadline.
Judicial - Appeals Court Oral Arguments, Judicial, Massachusetts
A three-justice panel heard arguments over whether police had reasonable suspicion to stop a juvenile after reported shots near a cemetery and whether officers exceeded a permissible pat frisk by reaching into the juvenile’s pocket, with defense counsel urging suppression and the Commonwealth arguing flight and hiding under a car justified officer safety measures.
Hardin County, School Boards, Kentucky
The board approved the consent agenda by voice vote, granting early graduation for select students, approving travel for student groups, accepting a $1,000 anonymous donation, approving a change order to the Child Nutrition Project and authorizing bus purchases for FY26.
Hardin County, School Boards, Kentucky
Construction managers told the board Area D of West Hardin Middle School is nearly dried-in with interior finishes to follow; Child Nutrition facility demolition and dry-storage freezer slab work are underway with completion targeted by May; Trojan Way project is out for bid with responses due Dec. 4.
Bernalillo County, New Mexico
Bernalillo County staff described a 15-year historical review of property values and said assessors must track market fluctuations and neighborhood conditions — including loitering, crime and unhoused populations — when setting valuations.
Jackson City, Madison County, Tennessee
Staff reported ongoing work with Tyler to produce delinquent property tax files required by Chancery Court and implement an image‑cash‑letter process to avoid duplicate check scanning, estimating a $400/yr cost to streamline operations.
Appropriations, Joint & Standing, Committees, Legislative, Wyoming
Governor presented a fiscally conservative biennial budget titled “the essentials,” backing $2.2 billion in school funding, targeted savings and investments to defend Wyoming water rights and support energy research, while asking the Legislature to weigh statutory constraints and local distributions.
Concord, Merrimack County , New Hampshire
The Concord Zoning Board of Adjustment granted a variance allowing a screened porch to be built 5 feet from a side property line where 15 feet is required, concluding the lot and house configuration create a practical hardship and that the modest addition would not harm neighbors. The vote was unanimous.
St. Joseph County, Indiana
At its Nov. 25 meeting the St. Joseph County Board approved a range of routine items: accounts payable, service agreements, settlements, several contract change orders, a $295,184.02 highway equipment purchase, a no‑dollar amendment for a broadband design contract, eRecording implementation for the recorder’s office and a fee agreement for juvenile evaluations.
Jackson City, Madison County, Tennessee
Jackson City reported receiving multiple competitive proposals for short‑term financing (bond anticipation notes and other options). Staff will meet with PFM and counsel (Bass, Berry & Sims) to compare terms and may call a special meeting to finalize a recommendation.
Hardin County, School Boards, Kentucky
District staff and SROs described features of the Raptor Technologies safety-management suite the board approved in May 2025: panic alerts, team assist, visitor screening tied to offender lists, real-time accountability, and planned district-level reunification training in January.
St. Joseph County, Indiana
Commissioners approved two change orders for Mayflower Road bridge rehabilitation — $4,160.35 for column repair and $28,389.90 for a wedge-and-level transition — while staff said they are evaluating three contractor-proposed repair options and urged a faster response to reopen the road.
Jackson City, Madison County, Tennessee
Jackson City adopted a revised budget priority scoring sheet and rubric in pilot form to be tested on administrative, mayor’s office and HR operating requests; staff will solicit pilot feedback and return with refinements.
Coffee County, School Districts, Georgia
The Coffee County School Board approved its consent agenda Nov. 20 by voice vote, including a state "custodian supplement" to be passed through to 13 custodial staff, an insurance-reimbursed furniture purchase for Satilla Elementary after storm damage, and an employee tobacco-use policy set to 'sit' for 30 days.
General Government Operations and Appropriations , Legislative, Guam
Bill 165‑38 would extend from 30 to 90 days the period a person with a valid U.S. jurisdiction driver's license may operate in Guam; supporters said it reflects operational realities and helps newcomers, while opponents warned it could shift congestion and create tracking and safety concerns.
Hardin County, School Boards, Kentucky
Elementary director Miss Broder told the board the district updated its math pacing guide, added common assessments for grades 3 and 5 this year with plans to expand through grade 2, and is using GREC-supported foundational numeracy work and MTSS adjustments to close gaps.
St. Joseph County, Indiana
St. Joseph County approved a Jones Lang LaSalle study to evaluate using space in the Studebaker Edge Complex for county offices. The base proposal is $48,600 with a requested not-to-exceed amount of $55,000 for optional deliverables; staff estimated a six-to-seven week timeline to initial recommendations.
General Government Operations and Appropriations , Legislative, Guam
Bill 163‑38 would let vehicle owners designate beneficiaries to transfer title on the owner’s death, helping families avoid probate; committee added plain‑language forms, a DRT public‑information requirement and a notice that existing liens remain enforceable.
Jackson City, Madison County, Tennessee
Officials discussed increasing city‑sticker compliance (estimated $250k–$900k potential), adjusting permit and zoning fees to recover staff time, and using receivership or demolition liens for vacant buildings; staff will research county clerk memorandum‑of‑understanding and comparable city fee schedules.
Coffee County, School Districts, Georgia
Superintendent Dr. Leece was honored Nov. 20 with the Cognia Greg Ormsdorf Servant Leadership Award. Board members read tributes praising his role restoring accreditation and lifting district performance; Dr. Leece thanked staff and the board.
St. Joseph County, Indiana
The Board of Commissioners approved a memorandum of understanding with the City of Mishawaka and regional partners that grants Mishawaka exclusive water and sewer service within a roughly four-mile area and ties annexation to tax-increment financing pledges for specific infrastructure projects.
Hardin County, School Boards, Kentucky
The Hardin County Board of Education approved a resolution recognizing November's Difference Maker awardees, honoring an engineering teacher, support staff, a guidance counselor and student achievements at several district schools.
West Covina, Los Angeles County, California
The West Covina Planning Commission approved a precise plan, a conditional use permit and a tree removal permit to convert a vacant restaurant at 2200 E. Garvey Ave. S. into a PACE adult day health center. Approval includes gated overnight parking for facility vans, extended hours to 6 p.m., and conditions requiring state licenses and fire-department review.
Jackson City, Madison County, Tennessee
Jackson City approved three budget amendments Nov. 25: a $1.5 million Tennessee ECD fast‑track pass‑through grant, a $1.5 million OCJP Violent Crime Intervention Fund award (with police to present spending plans), and an $89,396.09 reallocation to upfit police vehicles.
General Government Operations and Appropriations , Legislative, Guam
Bill 157‑38 was amended following Attorney General review to create an aggravated third‑degree offense and to harmonize penalties for sexual crimes involving 14–16‑year‑old victims; concerns about overlap with existing statutes prompted consultation and withdrawal of some floor amendments before the bill was placed on the third‑reading file.
Coffee County, School Districts, Georgia
Board members heard that the state allocated a $1,000 supplement for custodians to be passed along by the district, approved an insurance-reimbursed furniture purchase to replace hurricane-damaged items, deferred approval of 2026 meeting dates and policies until December, and approved a motion to enter executive session to discuss personnel and real estate (motion seconded by Mr. Wade).
General Government Operations and Appropriations , Legislative, Guam
Bill 128‑38 would require agencies to publish petitions for above‑step recruitment on the Guam public notice portal and send copies to the Speaker 10 days before hiring; sponsors and the public auditor said the change would improve accountability and help employees and oversight identify questionable hires.
St. Louis City, School Districts, Missouri
The St. Louis City Audit Committee approved prior meeting minutes, discussed recruiting an additional community member with finance or audit experience, and voted to enter closed session to consider procurement- and credit-card-related internal audit matters.
Johnson County, Indiana
The board approved multiple consent-agenda items and contract awards, including ratification letters for MPO projects, a surveyor ordinance amendment, a clerk software agreement, and a $10,500 generator service contract to DWI Power Systems; several items were approved by voice vote with no extended discussion.
Coffee County, School Districts, Georgia
District staff presented photos and a virtual tour showing West Green Elementary’s interior finish work and site progress, the new board office’s sheetrock and conduit work, and a greenhouse with recent footers and framing; a tentative fire marshal inspection for West Green was noted for Dec. 10.
Committee on Parole, Boards & Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Louisiana
At its Dec. 1 hearing the Louisiana Committee on Parole reviewed dozens of commutation and pardon applications. The board recommended commutations or pardons for several applicants and denied others after testimony from victims’ family members, mental‑health staff and inmate advocates. Below: key outcomes and reasoning.
Elkhart County, Indiana
At its Dec. 1, 2025 meeting, the Elkhart County Board of Commissioners approved the Nov. 24 minutes, authorized payroll and regular claims, ratified a township assistance hearing officer's determination, and adjourned.
Coffee County, School Districts, Georgia
Kawana Moffett told the board that Teammates/Family Connections engaged 517 students, 141 volunteers and 24 community partners; student surveys showed more than 90% positive experiences and over 85% said they would likely think more carefully about their choices.
Coffee County, School Districts, Georgia
District official Kim Miller told the board Coffee Middle and West Green were identified for one subgroup (students with disabilities), described targeted supports (SDI, assistive technology, FastBridge/STAR benchmarks) and said FY26 data will determine whether they exit the list in the January 2027 update.
Polk County, Oregon
The board unanimously approved the meeting agenda, minutes from Nov. 12 and the consent calendar. Later in the meeting staff presented a reclassification request for Rebecca Quiner with an estimated fiscal impact of about $3,600; the transcript does not record a separate vote on that request.
General Government Operations and Appropriations , Legislative, Guam
The Legislature amended and advanced bill 49‑38 to the third‑reading file after adding conditions: DPR will hold administrative jurisdiction pending title, a memorandum of understanding with DPW for maintenance must be executed within 120 days of enactment, and DPR must present a master plan and funding needs within one year.
Grant County, Indiana
Declaratory Resolution 002‑2025 was adopted to start the four‑step process for a Westside Economic Development Area west of Marion between Marion and Sweetser; staff confirmed the electronic map is the authoritative version and the matter will move to the county plan commission and board of commissioners for additional review.
Elkhart County, Indiana
On Dec. 1, 2025, the Elkhart County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved an ordinance amending the county's personnel policy and standard procedures manual, including clarifications on independent contractors, payroll procedures and additions to comply with new Indiana law.
Polk County, Oregon
The Polk County Board interviewed Anthony Blosser, a Dallas city councilor and high school educational assistant, who emphasized balancing growth with farmland protection, local control in land-use policy, and the need to plan infrastructure before expanding housing.
Grant County, Indiana
Commissioners approved awarding a 2026–2030 reassessment services contract to Nexus, the sole bidder, for $360,000 total (approximately $90,000 annually) to handle trending, ratio studies, field reviews, new-construction reviews and appeals support.
West Bend City, Washington County, Wisconsin
Council approved 2026 budgets for multiple tax increment districts — including TID 3 (~$751,000), TID 4 (~$1.6M), TID 5 (~$1M) and TID 9 (~$1.9M) — and later voted to adjourn into closed session under Wis. Stat. 19.85(1)(e) to discuss possible developer agreements for TID 17 and TID 18.
Appropriations, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Committees, Legislative, Georgia
GISFIC and GDC project managers briefed the committee on 32 active projects: modular Modcor bed units, a new Washington County prison under construction, major maintenance, lock swaps and locking‑control designs, and schedule and contingency items affecting delivery.
Holyoke City, Hampden County, Massachusetts
Patty Lubol, elected by write-in to represent Ward 6, says she will prioritize special education, improve communications and continue a listening tour as Holyoke resumes local control; she will be inaugurated Jan. 5, 2026.
Appropriations, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Committees, Legislative, Georgia
Centurion, the Department of Corrections' new health-care contractor, told the appropriations subcommittee that mental-health caseloads have surged and that wage and FTE gaps hinder care; Centurion and GDC urged additional funding to close a roughly 160‑FTE gap in mental-health staffing and to cover rising off-site hospital costs.
Greene County, North Carolina
Greene County presented a state-capitol flag to veteran Ray Holloman and recognized Finance Officer Sandy Shirts for outstanding cash-management scores; commissioners also announced local holiday parades, ribbon cuttings and a courthouse courtroom opening.
West Bend City, Washington County, Wisconsin
Council approved a collective bargaining agreement with dispatchers and clerical union Local 503 that simplifies dispatcher pay grades, sets a new base wage of $31.44/hour for dispatchers, applies a 2% COLA to dispatchers and a 2.64% CPI adjustment for clerical staff effective Jan. 1, 2026.
Greene County, North Carolina
The Greene County board approved two reappointments to the Board of Health and two appointments to the Regional Aging Advisory Committee, and adopted a 2026 schedule shifting most meetings from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Polk County, Oregon
John Swanson, a candidate for Polk County Commissioner position 2, told the board he had seen more than 150,000 signatures on a petition opposing recent Oregon transportation tax proposals and framed the petitions as providing household budget certainty going into the holidays.
Johnson County, Indiana
The county approved a lease agreement with Johnson Memorial Hospital for a behavioral health facility; commissioners said lengthy red tape delayed the opening and noted a ribbon-cutting is scheduled for Jan. 15, 2026.
Appropriations, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Committees, Legislative, Georgia
GDC described layered technology (managed-access phone systems, drone detection, canine and forensic teams) and legal limits on mitigation; local counties bear costs when civilians are arrested — GDC asked for analyst positions and federal mitigation authority to reduce drone drops and illicit phones.
Appropriations, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Committees, Legislative, Georgia
Department of Corrections officials told an appropriations subcommittee that offender numbers are projected to rise to more than 55,000 by 2030, driven by longer sentences and growing life-without-parole cohorts, while staffing improvements lag and infrastructure projects (locks, new beds) are under way.
Greene County, North Carolina
The Greene County Board of Commissioners elected Danny Heath as chair and Jerry Jones as vice chair, approved an amended agenda adding a flag presentation for local veteran Ray Holloman and scheduled a closed session for attorney-client privilege under a state statute.
Polk County, Oregon
Two public commenters urged the Polk County Board of Commissioners to review and postpone action on a hearings officer's approval for an Apple Tree Holdings solid waste transfer facility, arguing the approved site violates county code and lies on high-value agricultural soils.
Elkhart County, Indiana
On Dec. 1, 2025, the Elkhart County Board of Commissioners unanimously adopted an ordinance amending the county personnel policy and procedures manual to clarify contractor status, payroll handling, meal breaks and time-card approvals, and to add sections required under new Indiana law.
West Bend City, Washington County, Wisconsin
A consultant told the West Bend council that Washington County’s rental and for‑sale markets are severely undersupplied at mainstream price points, estimating roughly 725 unit demand annually (about 3,600 units through 2030) if supply were aligned; he recommended targeted product types and public–private coordination.
LAWTON, School Districts, Oklahoma
Transcript is student presentations and classroom remarks; not eligible for civic news article generation.
Grant County, Indiana
The commission adopted Declaratory Resolution 001‑2025 to begin the four‑step process creating an Economic Development Area at I‑69 and State Road 26; the resolution establishes an allocation area with incremental property tax revenue measured from a 01/01/2025 base and moves the plan to the county planning commission and board of commissioners for further review.
Carroll County, New Hampshire
Underwood Engineering briefed the Carroll County Commission on completed well and pump‑house work, reported a $155,646.99 balancing change, and recommended structural review and design work to replace or modify the 1987 concrete water tank, including options to split the tank or replace it with multiple cisterns.
Grant County, Indiana
Commissioners authorized EMS to move ambulance cellular, tablet and tracking services to AT&T/FirstNet pending counsel review; EMS estimated a roughly $40/month net increase for higher-end tracking and noted a $1,500 trade-in credit spread over two years.
LAWTON, School Districts, Oklahoma
Superintendent Haim described recent maintenance repairs at MacArthur and a water leak at Lawton High, outlined an access-change at Shoemaker to improve security, and detailed foundation grants totaling hundreds of thousands in local support.
Johnson County, Indiana
The board approved a GovWorks performance and readiness agreement to add AI-assisted quality assurance to the county 9-1-1 center; the 9-1-1 director said the system will integrate with CAD, radio and phones to improve training and QA capacity, though at least one commissioner expressed skepticism about AI.
Citrus County, Florida
Library staff will launch a public community needs survey Dec. 3 (about 18–20 questions, ~10 minutes) and host seven focus groups and facility assessments as part of a six‑ to seven‑month Rethinking Libraries engagement; results are expected by April 2026.
General Government Operations and Appropriations , Legislative, Guam
Legislators voted without objection to advance Bill No. 165-38 COR, which would extend the period new residents may operate on an out‑of‑jurisdiction license from 30 to 90 days and require registration of that license with the Department of Revenue and Taxation; the bill was moved to the third-reading/voting file and cosponsors were added.
Carroll County, New Hampshire
Carroll County approved a one‑year, $900‑per‑month contract with Health Drive to restore on‑site dental services at Mountain View Community after the previous mobile dentist retired.
LAWTON, School Districts, Oklahoma
Superintendent Haim announced his retirement and said the school board has launched an 'above-board' search process, including a public survey and interviews supported by a school board association; Haim said he will remain at work through the transition.
Johnson County, Indiana
After a brief public hearing with no commenters, the Johnson County Board of Commissioners voted to approve Ordinance 2025-015, which vacates a county easement; the board closed the hearing and carried the motion by voice vote.
Town of Middletown, Newport County, Rhode Island
The Town of Middletown council voted to recess open session and convene an executive session under Rhode Island law to discuss collective bargaining with the Teamsters and a 'Council 94' custodian contract (West Main Road).
Carroll County, New Hampshire
The Carroll County Commission voted to recommend that the delegation add $65,000 to the county budget to support the Mount Washington Valley Adult Day Center after hearing that the center provides licensed medical supervision, serves residents across the county, and delivers substantial uncompensated care.
Denison, Grayson County, Texas
Recreation Supervisor Elizabeth Hyatt said the Denison On Ice rink was expanded by 14 feet for its 10th season, attendance reached 421 on opening weekend and 1,147 during the holiday week, and sponsorships totaled $98,000 (about $39,000 cash and $48,000 in-kind).
San Bernardino County, California
San Bernardino County announced a new pet foster program through its Animal Care agency that aims to help shelter animals recover and increase adoption chances. The county message directs residents to animalcare.sbcounty.gov to apply.
Citrus County, Florida
Library Director Chang announced an opt‑in restricted access library card for children that blocks access to adult and young‑adult collections, public computers, interlibrary loans and some online resources; staff testing was nearly complete and the card was expected before the new year.
Grant County, Indiana
At its Dec. 1 meeting, the Grant County Board of Commissioners approved claims and payroll, authorized contract awards and vendor approvals including a $360,000 reassessment engagement, authorized procurement of truck bodies, approved an AT&T transition for EMS communications and established a Community Foundation pass-through fund.
Denison, Grayson County, Texas
Park Services Supervisor Clinton Neal reported completion of a 2–3 week renovation to the Waterloo concession building (new framing, hardy plank siding, window AC unit) and structural repairs at Loy Lake Pavilion (shingle and plywood replacement); painting of poles and trim remains outstanding.
Town of Middletown, Newport County, Rhode Island
The Town of Middletown council approved a motion to reconsider the Horse Waste Ordinance and scheduled the ordinance�second reading for Jan. 20, 2026. The scheduling was set to occur after a promotional ceremony; public comment expects roughly 13 6 attendees.
Narberth, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania
Board member Jamie reported Nov. 18 that Rebecca is researching an insect-education program and a Tai Chi class for Elm Grove; Jamie said she will contact Jeff to assess creek access for youth programming and will follow up with Rebecca on vendor contacts and next steps.
Citrus County, Florida
After months of discussion and public input, the Citrus County Special Library advisory board voted to accept a staff‑draft guideline for reviewing challenged materials and limited public comments on the motion to two minutes per speaker.
Columbus County, North Carolina
An unidentified speaker requested and obtained a motion to enter closed session under North Carolina General Statute 143-318.11 for attorney-client privilege, economic development, real estate and personnel matters. Motion by Commissioner Floyd, seconded by Commissioner Featherston; a voice vote approved the motion.
Denison, Grayson County, Texas
The commission approved prior minutes, set four meeting dates for 2026 (March 9, June 1, Sept. 14, Dec. 7) and voted to keep the current chair and appoint 'Jimmy' as vice chair. Votes were taken by voice and no opposition was recorded.
La Porte City, LaPorte County, Indiana
Council announced an upcoming review of Rumbly Apartments leases and reported November nest warming shelter usage (446 bed nights, 892 meals, 21 new guests). The meeting also included community announcements about the Turkey Trot turnout and a downtown cookie walk.
Narberth, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania
The Narberth Parks & Recreation Board voted unanimously Nov. 18 to approve a spring movie night paired with food trucks for Friday, May 15, 2026 (rain date May 16), and to hold a fall movie night at Narberth Park on Sept. 26, 2026; the chair will notify borough leadership and staff submitted a budget request for the movie portion.
Greene County, North Carolina
Greene County presented a flag flown over the U.S. Capitol and recognized Ray Holloway for veteran service; the board also honored Finance Officer Sandy Shirts for achieving a CashBest score above 90 for four consecutive quarters.
Delaware County, Ohio
At their first 2025 meeting the Delaware County Board of Commissioners approved several routine resolutions — including a liquor license transfer, creation of a new fund for the Family and Children First Council, notices related to a proposed Evans Farm TIF extension under R.C. 5709.83, and set bid dates for three roundabout projects — then recessed into executive session to discuss personnel and litigation.
Citrus County, Florida
Multiple residents urged the Citrus County Special Library advisory board to restore or honor Charlie Kirk with a display and to buy more copies of his books; library staff said purchases follow hold‑list demand and donors can fund category purchases rather than specific titles.
Springfield City, Hampden County, Massachusetts
The commission approved a partial certificate of compliance for parcels tied to a 1997 bike-path project and heard extended public comment urging action to protect neighborhood ponds and reduce fertilizer runoff affecting water quality.
Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia
Councilmembers referred a citywide resolution to remove parking minimums back to the zoning committee for further study; public comment and multiple speakers also criticized proposed blanket extensions of Tax Allocation Districts (TADs), citing school funding impacts and lack of project lists.
Delaware County, Ohio
The Delaware County Board of Commissioners unanimously approved an 18-month contract with B and K Lerner Excavating LLC for the Norris Run watershed drainage improvement project; four bids were received and the apparent low bidder came in roughly $200,000 under the engineer’s estimate, county staff said.
Greene County, North Carolina
At a regular Greene County Board of Commissioners meeting, members elected Danny Heath as chair and Jerry Jones as vice chair, approved two public‑health and two aging‑committee appointments, and adopted a 2026 meeting schedule that moves start times from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Pacifica, San Mateo County, California
City staff and consultants reviewed a multi‑pronged fiscal strategy including cost allocation updates, development‑fee modernization, grant pursuit, and potential voter measures (parcel tax for public safety, infrastructure financing). Council directed staff to pursue feasibility research and community outreach and will return with poll results and recommendations early next year.
Springfield City, Hampden County, Massachusetts
Residents and councilors pressed city staff for clearer notice and technical assistance for city property sales and contracting; staff said RFPs post on the Office of Procurement website and the treasurer maintains an email list, and councilors agreed to schedule technical‑assistance workshops and a procurement follow‑up meeting.
La Porte City, LaPorte County, Indiana
The La Porte Common Council on Dec. 1 introduced first-reading ordinances for the 2026 water budget ($6,025,911) and the wastewater/stormwater budgets ($6,882,180 and $873,152 respectively). Both ordinances were set for further consideration at the Dec. 15 meeting.
Syracuse City, Onondaga County, New York
The meeting opened with a roll call and acceptance of the Nov. 13 minutes by voice vote; after discussing program updates and draft rental terms, the board adjourned by voice vote.
Sumner County, Tennessee
The committee directed staff to collect department risk questionnaires and return with a vehicle inventory that shows which county vehicles have tracking/camera software; members voted to form a small subcommittee to develop parameters for a county-wide risk-management plan.
La Porte City, LaPorte County, Indiana
The City of La Porte Common Council on Dec. 1 approved a resolution transferring funds within the 2025 budgets to cover shortfalls and reallocate resources, including a $21,000 shift to a police vehicle lease and multiple smaller interdepartmental reallocations.
Pacifica, San Mateo County, California
Council approved an ordinance adopting the 2025 California Building Standards Code and local amendments, 4–1. Council member Greg Wright cast the sole no vote, saying state rules constrained local policy responses to issues such as climate change.
Syracuse City, Onondaga County, New York
Staff presented draft rental-rehabilitation terms copied from an Invest DSM template proposing a 30/70 cost-share (program/owner), AMI-based tenant eligibility and multi-year affordability durations; board members raised concerns about potential landlord gaming, displacement and AMI targets.
Pacifica, San Mateo County, California
Council endorsed staff and consultant recommendations to prepare an RFQ/RFP for the 2212 Beach Boulevard oceanfront site and voted 5–0 to form an ad hoc subcommittee (Vice Mayor Bowles and Council member Wright) to advise on vision language and interviews.
Sumner County, Tennessee
The committee agreed to move the insurance RFQ release one week to Dec. 11, accepted the draft with staff authority to make discussed edits, and members emphasized broker-fee disclosure and avoiding premature broker contact with markets.
Springfield City, Hampden County, Massachusetts
On Dec. 1, the Springfield City Council voted to enter executive session under state open-meeting law to hear a law-department briefing on settlement and litigation strategy and potentially consider related appropriations; the motion was made by Councillor Edwards and seconded by Councillor Delgado.
Syracuse City, Onondaga County, New York
Staff reported the Block Challenge program is one application short of 200, with about $1 million of anticipated project investment and roughly $30,000 over the program's current budget; officials said the shortfall will be considered in the 2026 operating budget and staff will monitor disbursements.
Pacifica, San Mateo County, California
Multiple residents urged Pacifica to use existing coastal‑zone ordinances to revoke or not renew a short‑term rental permit at 1987 Beach Boulevard, recounting years of noise, trespass, trash and a reported gas leak.
Pacifica, San Mateo County, California
Council adopted a resolution confirming Recology of the Coast’s 2.94% 2026 rate increase after a staff financial review; public speakers urged Recology and staff to provide a local option for excess green‑waste disposal and more outreach on recycling.
Sumner County, Tennessee
Sumner County insurance committee reviewed behavioral-health visit counts reported by staff and approved renewal of a one-to-one services contract with optional one-year extensions; members clarified contract approval is not the same as an annual budget decision.
Santa Ana Unified School District, School Districts, California
Two Spanish-speaking public commenters at a Santa Ana Unified School District meeting praised recent district workshops for parents, said they learned about student reclassification, and asked Superintendent Dr. P�e9rez to continue the sessions.
Waunakee Community School District, School Districts, Wisconsin
The committee voted to form a 4K task force, recommended the full board consider additional 4K open-enrollment seats in January and approved raising the 4K stipend from $3,600 to $5,000 for next year with a possible pathway to $5,500 if mutually agreed targets are met.
Town of Middletown, Newport County, Rhode Island
The Town of Middletown Council announced it would recess into an executive session under Rhode Island law to discuss Teamsters collective bargaining and a Council 94 custodian contract related to West Main Road; the motion to recess passed by voice vote.
Town of Middletown, Newport County, Rhode Island
The Town of Middletown Council voted to reconsider a locally proposed "horse waste" ordinance and scheduled its second-reading reconsideration for Jan. 20, 2026; councilors said they wanted beach commission members available for that meeting and noted a promotional ceremony will precede the regular session.
Sumner County, Tennessee
Sumner County insurance committee approved preventive rabies vaccinations for 10 sheriff's office employees and asked the sheriff to identify which positions should qualify for future shots; members asked legal to draft a policy for future approvals.
Pacifica, San Mateo County, California
Council approved an amendment to raise the cost ceiling and extend the on‑call planning services agreement with Good City Company through June 30, 2027, after debate over use of the Housing Action Fund and scope for objective design standards.
Gardner City, Worcester County, Massachusetts
Staff reported FY25 program growth: 751 volunteers logged about 23,000 hours, donated goods/services totaled nearly $301,000, and a Thanksgiving drive-through served more than 350 meals with police and DPW support; parking and dining-room attendance were discussed as operational challenges.
Springfield City, Hampden County, Massachusetts
Springfield Conservation Commission approved a conditional negative determination for NSTAR Electric Company's geotechnical borings at the Basketball Hall of Fame parking lot and Wilbraham Road (Lake Lookout buffer), requiring advance notification to abutters and the commission before work begins.
Gardner City, Worcester County, Massachusetts
Assistant Director proposed a streamlined FY2026 CDBG application schedule: publish the RFP Dec. 9, offer recorded and in‑person training on Dec. 16, accept applications in January and hold review and public hearings through late February to meet federal deadlines.
Jackson City, Madison County, Tennessee
Council reviewed new-business contracts including a rebid contract for Jackson YMCA CDBG-funded renovations, a towing-services contract, design services for a Cypress Grove boardwalk, and a consultant/contract for a Civic Center fly-rail system; staff noted the YMCA will sign a lien and that several projects were rebid or required specialist oversight.
Gardner City, Worcester County, Massachusetts
Board leaders reported a corroded main line feeding several circulation pumps, an estimated near-$5,000 immediate repair for pumps and junction work, and an overall repairs/maintenance shortfall the staff expects to ask the mayor and council to fix via a supplemental budget amendment.
Sedgwick County, Kansas
Commissioners and council members discussed juvenile justice reforms and House Bill 2329, saying Wichita has seen a steep rise in juvenile firearm bookings and urging a joint city‑county legislative approach to create placement options and revisit 2016 statute SB 367.
California Volunteers, Agencies under Office of the Governor, Executive, California
Gov. Gavin Newsom called youth mental health a "crisis" and urged 10,000 men to volunteer through the California service corps and mentorship programs to help young people step away from the internet and reconnect in their communities, a neighborhood reporter said. An unidentified speaker described youth loneliness as an "epidemic."
Fall River City, Bristol County, Massachusetts
The Fall River Traffic Department is offering a December ticket amnesty: city-imposed late fees will be waived for eligible parking tickets issued in 2025 if paid in person by Dec. 30. Original violation amounts and registry fees still apply for certain older, RMV-flagged tickets.
Sedgwick County, Kansas
Wichita Fire Department and Sedgwick County Fire District presented a joint regional training plan after finding the existing RTC at 31st & Oliver is near capacity; chiefs proposed complementary campuses, shared use agreements and an estimated $6.3 million capital envelope, noting land‑use and funding constraints.
Gardner City, Worcester County, Massachusetts
The committee approved moving $791,342.51 from a canceled School Street School demolition to a Greenwood Pool Pavilion project after staff presented a revised estimate (~$782,970) citing Buy America requirements and construction inflation; the sale of the School Street property remains pending.
Jackson City, Madison County, Tennessee
Councilors considered noncontiguous annexation requests for two parcels, a rezoning at Hillary and Blake Drives to an RS-2 single-family designation, and a multi-part zoning text overhaul that consolidates residential districts and moves sign regulations into Title 14; staff emphasized state law changes allow noncontiguous annexations and noted amortization for nonconforming signs.
Springfield City, Hampden County, Massachusetts
The Springfield Conservation Commission voted to issue a negative determination under the Wetlands Protection Act for a parcel with frontage on Wendover Road, concluding consultants found no wetland resource areas and allowing the applicant to proceed with planning.
Jackson City, Madison County, Tennessee
Council reviewed several budget amendments: a $1.55M state pass-through tied to a private energy company, a $1.5M violent-crime intervention (VCIF) grant for police equipment, and reallocations for police vehicle outfitting; staff said contracts and spending restrictions are still being finalized and no vote is shown in the transcript.
St. Joseph County, Indiana
At its Nov. 6 meeting the board administered oaths to two members, approved minutes (Sept. 4 and Oct. 24) and approved November claims; staff presented September financials and discussed invoice reimbursement procedures tied to the IURC matter.
Sedgwick County, Kansas
Sedgwick County officials told Wichita leaders that a proposed Kansas Department of Corrections funding formula would cut the county's allocation about 38% over three years, risking behavioral‑health programs, about 20 jobs and higher caseloads; county and city leaders said they will seek pauses, legislative fixes and more data.
Pryor Creek, Mayes County, Oklahoma
The Hotel-Motel Tax Allocation Board on Dec. 1 approved expense reimbursements and grants to support local events, including $3,008.75 for the Chambers Bluegrass and Barbecue Festival and $3,500 for the Oakey Homestead Expo; a small Santa’s Village expense report was also approved amid inconsistent reported figures.
Indianapolis City, Marion County, Indiana
The council adopted a string of special resolutions recognizing Stephen Quick for decades of service, McAllister Machinery Company’s 80th anniversary, the Indianapolis Recorder's 130th anniversary, food‑relief volunteers who responded during SNAP disruptions, and designated Dec. 1 as Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Day at City Hall.
Michigan City, LaPorte County, Indiana
The Board approved a special purchase for an unmarked Jeep Grand Cherokee to equip the warrants division; the assistant chief described operational need and board member Ms. Smith confirmed funds were available. The board voted unanimously to approve the purchase.
St. Joseph County, Indiana
The Saint Joseph County Regional Water and Sewer District reviewed a draft MOU with the city of Mishawaka to provide regional sewer service to the northeastern county, including an interim forced main to serve a proposed Microsoft site and an average daily sewer capacity allowance of roughly 492,000 gallons; the board did not approve the MOU and asked staff to circulate exhibits for further review.
Sykesville, Carroll County, Maryland
Town staff told commissioners Maryland Historical Trust approved plans for station building renovations (construction expected around February), a new streetscape phase is under county review for Main Street improvements, the council approved a contract to begin Canary Building deconstruction (public outreach to follow), and the Schoolhouse Road five-lot subdivision is moving into final-plan processing.
Sacramento County, California
Executive Director Jason Campbell described a controlled‑burn 'hot demolition' near Sankey Road arranged after Safeco purchased a house; Pleasant Grove fire academy cadets participated and UC Davis cadets took part for the first time in 20 years, providing hands‑on training experience.
Manitowoc, Manitowoc County, Wisconsin
The Manitowoc City Council adopted a $20,274,209 proposed 2026 budget, including $1,469,971 in tax increment financing, on a 9–1 vote. Council debate centered on personnel-driven cost increases and concerns about dwindling unreserved fund balance.
Indianapolis City, Marion County, Indiana
A public commenter sharply criticized a council appropriation to cover legal fees tied to ongoing cases; councilors clarified the purpose and approved the transfer and appropriation with one abstention.
Michigan City, LaPorte County, Indiana
The board approved a contract with Great Lakes Urban Forestry not to exceed $100,000 for services through Dec. 31, 2025, and praised consultant Mr. Graff for his federal grant support and day‑to‑day assistance; the board noted his $125/hour consulting rate.
Sykesville, Carroll County, Maryland
The Planning Commission was told two appeals related to Warfield development will be heard by the Board of Zoning Appeals on Wednesday: one appeals the planning commission's denial of an updated concept plan for failing PDC zone land-use percentages; the other challenges the town manager’s procedural requirements for development of Parcel B (possible assisted living site). No final decisions are expected that evening.
Indianapolis City, Marion County, Indiana
The City-County Council on Dec. 1 approved a sweeping package of appropriations and transfers that included $44.8 million to move the county property-tax system to a software-as-a-service platform, multiple public-safety contract settlements and capital allocations, and smaller appropriations for parks, animal care and urban forestry.
Sacramento County, California
Agency Executive Director Jason Campbell told the board that a continuing resolution is in place and the House Energy and Water Development bill would aid the Natomas Basin project; the Senate had not yet adopted a companion bill, and staff plan meetings in Washington, D.C., Dec. 1–4 to press for funding in fiscal 2026 or 2027.
Humboldt County, California
A neutral Recon MR survey found RCEA has 56% aided awareness, 38% unaided recall and 38% favorability among the total population; cost and rate concerns remain the primary barriers to household clean‑energy actions.
Sykesville, Carroll County, Maryland
Carroll County planning staff told Sykesville’s commission that proposed zoning deferrals (3–8 months) will allow study of changes affecting retirement housing, cluster subdivisions, commercial centers and self-storage; energy storage up to 5 megawatts is now permitted in several zones and the county’s water resources element and master plan reviews continue into 2026.
Michigan City, LaPorte County, Indiana
The Michigan City Board of Public Works and Safety unanimously approved a two‑year AFSCME contract that covers street crews, certain clerical positions and the vector department; the agreement includes a 2% raise, holiday adjustments, and a 50/50 retiree insurance cost split for qualifying long‑service retirees.
Cayuga County, New York
On Dec. 11 the Cayuga County Legislature approved a set of budget amendments and committee bundles: a $30,000 transfer from contingency to restore part‑time museum staffing, ways‑and‑means and departmental bundles, a motion to set a sewer‑district referendum (with up to $15,000 in referendum costs to be reimbursed by the Water & Sewer Authority and a reserve to rescind if a $15 million grant is delayed), and assorted personnel restorations and position authorizations.
Humboldt County, California
Directors approved moving forward with development and negotiation of a joint prepaid PPA financing arrangement (using the California Community Choice Financing Authority) with Desert Community Energy, authorizing staff to pursue terms with a minimum target of about 8% lifetime savings and to join CCCFA pending favorable final terms.
McHenry County, Illinois
County staff told the planning committee the board packet contains 12 petitions including rezoning requests (some with solar intent) and variances, that the committee is awaiting a Will County judge's ruling on solar litigation, and that the county 2050 plan discussion will be continued to January for fuller committee input.
Cayuga County, New York
Following a public hearing, the Cayuga County Legislature adopted a local law to establish an animal‑abuse registry and to prohibit animal ownership by certain convicted offenders after an amendment to clarify subsection lettering was approved.
Greenwood, Johnson County, Indiana
Engineering reported the 2025 paving project closed out slightly under contract and the board authorized the final change order. Separately, staff requested and the board approved an appropriation to cover November–December bills after a contract renewal increased rates (transcript cites approximately $637,136 as the appropriation figure).
Sykesville, Carroll County, Maryland
At its Dec. 1 meeting, the Sykesville Planning Commission approved Oct. 6 minutes, adopted a 2026 meeting schedule (first Mondays with one Sept. change), and set a timetable to elect a new chair and vice chair next year; these procedural votes were unanimous on voice calls recorded in the meeting.
Humboldt County, California
RCEA directors agreed to include Yolo County as a participating county in the Northern Rural Energy Network (NREN) 2028 business cycle; staff will add funding requests for Yolo in the next plan and onboard the county during the 2028–2031 cycle.
Cayuga County, New York
After extensive public comment about a June raid in Cato, the Cayuga County Legislature on Dec. 11 approved a resolution expressing opposition to what speakers called excessive and unwarranted immigration enforcement and urging local law enforcement to exercise prosecutorial discretion and protect constitutional rights.
Sacramento County, California
A commercial team representative encouraged Sacramento County businesses and waste haulers to contact the county for outreach and assistance implementing diversion programs to comply with California SB 1383.
Lawrence City, Marion County, Indiana
The council approved minutes and claims, adopted the 2026 meeting schedule, and referred Proposal No. 7 (code of ethics ordinance) and Resolution No. 10 (rules and procedures) to committee for consideration; several items were moved by motion and voted on during the session.
Crawford County, Kansas
Commissioners reviewed an annual resolution (2025‑033) waiving GAAP for Kansas cash‑basis reporting, discussed budget printouts and amendments, set a Dec. 19 deadline for workers’ compensation quotes, scheduled a Ryan Insurance work session for Dec. 12 at 9 a.m., confirmed the Dec. 9 meeting cancellation for the Kansas Association of Counties conference, and moved to a 15‑minute executive session on non‑elected personnel (CVB) to discuss job performance.
Humboldt County, California
The board approved a 20‑year energy storage service agreement for two side‑by‑side 3 MW battery projects (6 MW / 24 MWh) at the old Fairhaven biomass plant with Ignite Energy; project expected online April 2027 and shows positive net present value.
State Water Resources Control Board, Agencies under Office of the Governor, Executive, California
A State Water Resources Control Board training video walks sanitary sewer system enrollees through submitting monthly 'no‑spill' or category 4 spill certifications into the California Integrated Water Quality System (CIWQS). Certifications are due within 30 calendar days after month‑end and must include certifier name, title and initials; category 4 reports require total gallons and count.
Crawford County, Kansas
County staff handed out City of Pittsburg materials announcing a proposed tax abatement for Enerplast Group/Fit Plastics (materials referenced 'Pitt Plastics'); the City will hold a hearing on Tuesday, Dec. 9 at 5:30 p.m. in the City Commission Room at the Law Enforcement Center in Pittsburg.
State Water Resources Control Board, Agencies under Office of the Governor, Executive, California
The State Water Resources Control Board published an instructional video showing how individuals can register as data submitters in the California Integrated Water Quality System (CIWQS), how Legally Responsible Officials (LROs) authorize access, and how accounts are updated or deactivated.
Dare County, North Carolina
The board adopted budget amendments to record Early College debt service (funded from restricted sales tax capital funds) and other corrections; Dare Early College principal Cassie Mount presented the school's mission and announced the 'Mariners' mascot and academic supports including screeners and intervention time.
McHenry County, Illinois
After interviewing two applicants, the planning committee recommended Dwayne Dolman to the Zoning Board of Appeals, citing his township experience and approach to balancing private-property rights and ordinance adherence; Dolman criticized state limits on local control of some solar projects.
General Government Operations and Appropriations , Legislative, Guam
Lawmakers amended and advanced Bill 64-38 COR to create a Guam artificial intelligence regulatory task force. Floor changes added review of grants, GEDA administrative support and funding, a GEDA voting seat, and provisions on bias mitigation, transparency, testing and mechanisms for human review and redress.
Humboldt County, California
The Redwood Coast Energy Authority board voted to accept its 2026 allocation of Diablo Canyon carbon‑free attributes, continuing an annual practice through 2030 and directing staff to report back in early 2026 on realized savings and reinvestment options.
Crawford County, Kansas
County communications staff asked and the commission authorized staff to seek bids for a radio console project for the City of Pittsburg dispatch center, citing improved interoperability; the estimated project cost in materials was $132,001.79 and the county plans to pursue a lease‑purchase and solicit local bank bids.
General Government Operations and Appropriations , Legislative, Guam
Lawmakers paused consideration of Bill 49-38 COR, which would transfer Lot 258 to the Department of Parks and Recreation to expand Vicente A. Limtiaco Memorial Park, after members sought confirmation about whether Lot 258 had already been conveyed and requested agency plans and fiscal details.
McHenry County, Illinois
The planning committee voted to forward a recommendation to appoint Charlie Eldridge to the Historic Preservation Commission after Eldridge described decades of county preservation and planning experience and emphasized balancing private property rights with preservation goals.
Dare County, North Carolina
The board unanimously approved $1,790,068.06 in tourism impact grants aimed at safety projects (multiuse paths, crosswalks) and quality-of-life improvements. Vice Chair Steve House reported OBX Jeep Invasion donations and community grants, including $10,000 in toys and cash gifts to local nonprofits.
Crawford County, Kansas
U.S. Small Business Administration staff told the Crawford County Commission that small businesses and nonprofits affected by recent storms can apply for Economic Injury Disaster Loans up to $2 million, with rates "as low as 4%," terms up to 30 years and a 12‑month payment deferment; applicants should call 1‑800‑659‑2599 or visit sba.gov/disaster.
Bonner County, Idaho
Department heads provided brief operational updates: Clarissa reported a strong November tax intake, elections staff closed the November canvas, GIS and technology teams are rolling out new tools and email migration plans, and Road & Bridge signaled a review of snow‑plow response policy amid staffing challenges.
McHenry County, Illinois
A Cobblestone Bend resident told the McHenry County Planning, Environment & Development committee she supports local business but is concerned the proposed GLSG Solutions site on Highway 20 lacks the buffering and entrance design neighbors expect; she cited truck turning, speed and noise as primary worries.
Halifax County, North Carolina
The Halifax/Clanton local reentry council asked the county for $192,689 to cover a state funding shortfall; county staff said the request was not budgeted, may not be reimbursable if the state later funds the program, and raised legal concerns because state rules require a nonprofit physical agent.
Dare County, North Carolina
At the Dec. 1 Dare County Board of Commissioners meeting, resident Christine Drummond urged immediate reconstruction of three historic groins to stabilize North Carolina Highway 12, citing state statutes and administrative rules; county staff said permitting, a 50% repair rule and funding constraints limited options and that agencies are reviewing a single-groin application.
Aurora, DuPage County, Illinois
The committee forwarded an ordinance amending Aurora's disclosure rules to Committee of the Whole by a 3-1 vote. Staff said the Dec. 2 draft raises the individual contribution cap from $500 to $1,500, removes cash-donation rules and omits city property/seal language; members debated petition-related disclosure, vendor notices, a proposed four-year vendor ban, and possible limited exemptions for city facilities.
Logansport City, Cass County, Indiana
At its Dec. 1 meeting, the Logansport Common Council passed several ordinances (fee schedules, hiring language, salaries, sewer and code updates), approved an internal police appropriation transfer, tabled two appointment-related resolutions and set a special meeting for Dec. 15 to complete second readings.
Onslow County, North Carolina
Onslow County Parks & Recreation announced Lights Over Onslow (Dec. 7, 2'6 p.m.) at Onslow Pines Park with entertainment, hot chocolate, food trucks, a Christmas market and an expanded drone show; Santa visits will tour three parks and a holiday camp will be offered with registration through the parks' portal.
Aurora, DuPage County, Illinois
Committee approved the Ward 3 facade and site improvement grant program (matching funds up to $25,000) to support small, family-owned businesses on exterior repairs and signage; the sponsor cited Hill Avenue Banquets as an example beneficiary.
Onslow County, North Carolina
Marie Schwinefus of the Onslow County Farmers Market announced a winter market schedule (Dec. 13, Jan. 28, Feb. 14, March 28), location (4024 Richlands Highway), phone ((910) 455-5873), and said winter offerings will include greenhouse-grown greens, hydroponics, local meats and eggs.
Bonner County, Idaho
After debate over staff time and meeting value, commissioners agreed to trial quarterly in-person coordination meetings focused on budgets and training while retaining monthly written updates and asking departments to propose three metrics each.
Onslow County, North Carolina
Jennifer Randall of Onslow County Public Library outlined branch holiday events (Richlands and Swansboro Dec. 6, Main branch Harry Potter pajamarama Dec. 12), a programming pause Dec. 20'Jan. 5, and digital lending options (Hoopla and Libby) plus contact details for branch schedules and support.
Waunakee Community School District, School Districts, Wisconsin
The facility committee reviewed a new long-term option to tear down and rebuild the oldest "green" section of the high school as a two-story structure (using the middle school temporarily) and supported gathering further design details; staff were also asked to seek pricing now for math classroom furniture as part of short-term work.
Martin County, Florida
Martin County Art in Public Places PAC approved participation in Arts Fest 2026, including a heat-press tote bag station and a ticketed food-and-wine tasting partnership with Treasure Coast Charity WineFest to raise private revenue for hospitality and mental-health programs.
Aurora, DuPage County, Illinois
The committee approved a four-year Ward 2 residential property improvement program allocating $25,000 per year to assist qualified Ward 2 residents with driveway work and raised fence grants to $7,500 to reflect higher prices; committee members praised its neighborhood beautification benefits.
Onslow County, North Carolina
Dominique Van Pelt of the Onslow County Health Department described common holiday stress symptoms, recommended self-care tactics (journaling, gratitude, walks, breathing exercises), and provided the 988 suicide prevention hotline and Health Department contact details for further help.
Aurora, DuPage County, Illinois
The Rules, Administration & Procedure Committee approved a resolution creating a rebate program that offers $1,000 for residential solar installations and $500 for home EV charging stations, retroactive to Jan. 1, 2025, through Dec. 31, 2026; sponsor said he will add a requirement for an Aurora-based bid before full COW review.
Onslow County, North Carolina
Deputy Howard Schamel of the Onslow County Sheriff's Office advised residents to avoid posting travel check-ins, use package security (timers, secured delivery or signature), watch for parking-lot scams, lock vehicles and check car maintenance before long trips.
Onslow County, North Carolina
Onslow County Tourism director Salem Clark encouraged residents to explore local holiday attractions, promoted a calendar of events on the tourism website and social channels, and highlighted budget-friendly options including farms, tree lightings, and weekly restaurant spotlights.
Martin County, Florida
Martin County Art in Public Places PAC recommended a top-ranked artist to the Board of County Commissioners to execute a roughly 900–1,000 sq ft mural at the Hope Sound Public Library after reviewing three shortlisted applicants and hearing library staff support for the second concept.
Forest Lake City, Washington County, Minnesota
An EDA discussion centered on a proposed request for proposals to develop a coordinated design and funding formula for the Elm Crest Avenue corridors, with staff describing technical questions for the design and a motion to recommend city council consideration.
Michigan City, LaPorte County, Indiana
At its Dec. 1 meeting the board approved 2026 meeting dates, payroll and claims dockets, heard an IDEM public‑comment notice for a data‑center permit for Lavender Fields Holdings LLC, and received community announcements about the Festival of Lights and other seasonal events.
Michigan City, LaPorte County, Indiana
Green City Demolition received board approval for a sidewalk and partial outside‑lane closure in front of 1605 Franklin St. for interior demolition and dumpster placement; the contractor estimated 4–6 weeks on site, enforcement manager said permits are under review, and some public commenters requested a longer (100‑day) allowance.
State Water Resources Control Board, Boards and Commissions, Executive, California
A training video from the State Water Resources Control Board explains how enrollees must submit monthly spill certifications in the California Integrated Water Quality System (CIWQS) under General Order 2022‑01, section 3.7, including how to certify no spills, report category 4 and non‑category‑1 lateral spills, and obtain confirmation numbers.