What happened on Monday, 01 December 2025
United Nations, Federal
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.
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.
Canal Winchester City Council, Canal Winchester, Franklin County, Ohio
Council approved multiple resolutions and ordinances on Dec. 1, including JEDD amendments, OPUS development agreements, a TIF declaration, CRA agreement, construction-inspection contract, Planning & Zoning appointments, annexation acceptance and ordinances related to police protection and city appropriations.
North Ridgeville, Lorain County, Ohio
North Ridgeville's Records Commission approved revised retention schedules for Mayor's Court, the mayor's office (including removal of a merged Safety-Service Director RC2), building department permitting records moving to electronic storage, and a proposal to retain obsolete police master-name index cards for 25 years pending state auditor review.
Chelsea City, Suffolk County, Massachusetts
At a City Council public hearing, residents and advocates urged a zoning amendment to ban enclosed seafood processing within 300 feet of residences; proponents said the buffer provides predictable, enforceable protection, while city staff noted the amendment is pending subcommittee review and the council is beyond the statutory window to act tonight.
Canal Winchester City Council, Canal Winchester, Franklin County, Ohio
Council voted to accept an annexation application for about 111.2 acres at 5593 Hayes Road west of Miller Farms; Franklin County approved the application Sept. 23 and more than 60 days had passed, allowing the city to consider acceptance.
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.
Sheboygan City, Sheboygan County, Wisconsin
Council approved consent items (10–16) including a separate roll‑call approval of item 11 and accepted a Justice Assistance Grant; a public commenter objected to a proposed $125,000 contract for a social‑media monitoring and AI engagement service referenced as 'Zen City.'
Moorhead, Clay County, Minnesota
The Moorhead Planning Commission voted Dec. 1 to recommend that the City Council approve a preliminary and final plat for the Prairie Parkway Third Edition, a 7.88-acre replat to create 43 lots for single-family detached homes, twin homes and townhomes; staff recommended approval and no public comments were recorded.
Farmington School District, School Districts, New Hampshire
The board began reviewing examples from other districts and asked the policy committee to draft a JJE fundraising policy (including considerations for crowdfunding and sponsorships such as ad sales on scoreboards and fences) for a future first read.
Canal Winchester City Council, Canal Winchester, Franklin County, Ohio
Chief Collins of the Fairfield County Sheriff's Office briefed council on the office's organizational strength, promotion processes and the addition of a Special Victims-trained detective assigned to Canal Winchester; council later adopted the ordinance authorizing the sheriff contract for police protection.
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST, School Boards, Minnesota
The board unanimously approved a resolution acknowledging $21,374.28 in monetary and in-kind donations; Lorian Mueller was sworn in as a newly appointed board member and the board approved Cadence Hansen and Christian Penavelas as student representatives and extended Atenan Anwar's term.
Hammond City, Lake County, Indiana
The Hammond City Council unanimously approved three funding allocations — $50,000 for geotechnical engineering, an unspecified allocation for a rapid flashing beacon at 169th and Woodmar, and $26,764 to replace a traffic-signal pole and foundation — and heard a fourth-quarter budget report leaving about $2.16 million unallocated.
Freeport, Stephenson County, Illinois
The City of Freeport held a Dec. 1 public hearing on the proposed 2026 appropriation ordinance; the city clerk read the published notice and no written submissions or public comments were received. During the hearing Alderman Sanders repeatedly challenged the meeting's legitimacy and was warned for breaching decorum; the hearing closed at 5:36 p.m.
Limestone County, Alabama
At the Dec. 1 Limestone County Commission meeting, commissioners paid tribute to the late Commissioner Samet, remembering his mentorship, community service and participation in local events; the commission asked for prayers for his family and recognized staff support after the funeral.
Canal Winchester City Council, Canal Winchester, Franklin County, Ohio
Finance staff proposed requiring pre-registration and verification before buying daily pool passes in summer 2026; each verified individual would receive a tag used at purchase to track day-pass use. Council discussed residency verification, tracking frequency, parental ID for minors and whether to change rates.
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST, School Boards, Minnesota
Director of finance Bridal Finneken presented Valley View indoor-environment project bid results: apparent low bids by trade were listed, total project estimate about $18.06 million and roughly $160,614 under the preliminary budget; the board will see a recommendation and bond-sale resolution at the Dec. 9 meeting.
Lake Stevens, Snohomish County, Washington
At a brief Lake Stevens Civil Service Commission meeting, commissioners approved a temporary chief examiner/secretary appointment to cover an absence and certified the police sergeant eligibility list; the commission also canceled the upcoming regular meeting due to no agenda items and adjourned.
Spring-Ford Area SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
At its reorganization meeting the Springford Area School District Board elected Abby Dierdorf president by a 7–2 roll call, named David Lackey vice president, swore in newly elected directors and approved committee and liaison appointments, meeting dates and signatory authorization.
Sheboygan City, Sheboygan County, Wisconsin
The Sheboygan Common Council adopted a resolution authorizing a tax‑increment development agreement with Lawreath Company LLC to help fund a proposed Vollrath facility modernization, approving the measure 8–0 with two abstentions; city officials said the project could total $40 million to $80 million.
Canal Winchester City Council, Canal Winchester, Franklin County, Ohio
Council adopted a package of development agreements for the OPUS industrial project, raising the community benefit payment to $0.75 per sq ft (projected $675,000 when occupied) and changing TIF interest language to cap at 6.5% with the actual rate set at bond issuance; stormwater reimbursements were increased to up to $830,000.
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST, School Boards, Minnesota
Elementary and secondary principals presented Vision 2030 updates covering multilingual learner growth, intervention and PLC work, FASTBridge outcomes, and curriculum alignment; district set measurable growth and proficiency targets for 2026 and described partnerships with the University of Minnesota for data analysis.
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.
Utah Government Trust, Utah Government Divisions, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
At a Utah Government Trust webinar, presenter Mike Stagg reviewed confined-space hazards, citing statistics on rescuer fatalities, OSHA-based definitions, required permits and recordkeeping, gas alarm thresholds, continuous ventilation, and rescue limitations.
Hancock County, West Virginia
The commission approved and signed a memorandum of understanding with the Hancock County ambulance service during the Nov. 25 meeting; officials said the MOU will formalize the partnership and aid ambulance grant applications.
Spencer County, Kentucky
The court authorized repairs to EMS vehicles and approved vendor work at Shelby Diesel, a smaller repair at Bachman, and personnel changes to move a part‑time EMS staffer to full time. One ambulance repair returned at a reported cost of about $4,100; the court also approved paying Bachman $4,087.03.
COLUMBIA HEIGHTS PUBLIC SCHOOL DIST, School Boards, Minnesota
Valley View principal Jason Coleman and community school coordinator Kevin Centeno described a three-year full-service community school grant that funds family classes, mentorships, food support and partnerships; the program includes annual reporting and a site-council plan and aims to sustain activities beyond grant funding.
Newark City Council, Newark, Licking County, Ohio
City water staff told the Newark City Council the 16 North Sewer Separation Project is out for bid with an estimated cost of about $56 million, detailed progress on lead service-line replacements funded by ARPA and OWDA loans, and outlined planned water-plant and billing-system investments.
Hancock County, West Virginia
Mayor Dean Harris and Rachel Keaney of Weirton presented designs for an Ameri250 mural and asked the Hancock County Commission for support; commissioners approved the grant application and invited the city to return for recognition on Dec. 11.
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.
Houston County, Minnesota
Houston County commissioners approved a set of routine motions including a $31,327.89 Phillips Outdoor Services fencing quote (state aid requested), final acceptance of the Dunn Blacktop paving contract, extension of childcare variances from three to five months, authorization to issue an RFP for EDA services, workforce training reimbursements, a full‑time highway accounting search and appointment of Brent Parker as county coordinator/HR director.
Vermillion County, Indiana
At the special meeting commissioners approved minutes, claims and payroll, approved the redevelopment commission's demolition recommendation to expedite a grant, tabled highway bids for staff tabulation, adopted Resolution 2025-11, and adjourned.
Limestone County, Alabama
At its Dec. 1 meeting the Limestone County Commission unanimously approved $1,523,393.38 in claims, a tax abatement for a local firm, a 36‑month copier lease and IT services agreement, a staffing amendment and the hiring of a deputy pending screening; commissioners also approved two subdivision plats and merit increases.
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.
Boston City, Suffolk County, Massachusetts
Eversource, National Grid and Verizon told the council that undergrounding requires complex coordination, specialized equipment and site‑specific design; utilities gave high‑level cost ranges and inspection cadences and agreed to provide detailed estimates requested by the committee.
Winona County, Minnesota
Board members agreed to send a recommended termination resolution to partner county and SWCD boards after Olmsted County declined to include Whitewater funding in its 2026 budget; the meeting also approved audit engagement, property disposition and cost‑share payments while outlining a transition plan.
Vermillion County, Indiana
Vermillion County commissioners opened multiple 2026 highway bids (materials, asphalt, fuel, culverts, drainage) and voted to table award decisions so the highway administrator ('Tia') can tabulate submissions and provide recommendations before the next full meeting.
Farmington School District, School Districts, New Hampshire
District staff said Stratford Learning Center toured Farmington facilities and is interested in renting space to run a private K–8 program, a move that could return some out-of-district students and save transportation costs; operational details and tuition arrangements remain unresolved.
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.
Hancock County, West Virginia
At its Nov. 25 meeting the Hancock County Commission approved routine agenda items and minutes, a $1,000 donation to the Shop with a Cop program, an MOU with the county ambulance service, multiple election and procurement policies, and several fund bill payments and appointments.
Houston County, Minnesota
John Coolison, vice president of the Houston County Fair Board, told the county board the fair completed Floral Hall renovations, is raising donor funds for a new cattle barn (about $300,000 on hand) and is negotiating a carnival contract; the board heard the update during its regular meeting.
Vermillion County, Indiana
At a brief special meeting, commissioners unanimously adopted Resolution 2025-11, directing county economic development toward the Vermillion Rise Megapark as the preferred site for data centers and similar large industrial projects while limiting projects outside the park to those aligned with the comprehensive plan and supported by affected communities.
Newark City Council, Newark, Licking County, Ohio
The Newark City Council approved two zoning reclassifications—ordinance 25-41 to allow a two-family residence at 165 South 3rd Street and ordinance 25-42 to rezone parcels on 200 Day Avenue to match an adjacent business—both passed by voice vote.
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.
Boston City, Suffolk County, Massachusetts
Residents testified that a July 29 overhead‑wire ignition in Charlestown endangered families and firefighters; the council heard city officials and utilities outline roles, inspection practices and cost ranges while requesting detailed estimates and a public timeline for mitigation and undergrounding assessments.
Spencer County, Kentucky
Planning staff presented four rezoning applications for first reading—requests ranged from agricultural to residential and commercial designations. The court took no final votes; each item will return for second reading and final action on Dec. 1.
Egg Harbor Township, Atlantic County, New Jersey
Multiple Anchorage Point residents told the township they feel excluded from redevelopment planning for the Route 152 marina and Timber Ridge, raised concerns about wetlands, noise, parking and privatization of right‑of‑way, and asked for current materials and site visits before the Dec. 17 hearings.
Farmington School District, School Districts, New Hampshire
The board heard a curriculum update stressing teacher PLCs, an early-release day to evaluate interventions, and the need to update district policies to reflect new state minimum standards and a proposed 28-credit diploma framework.
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.
Spencer County, Kentucky
Central County Soccer told Spencer County Fiscal Court it would pay to install removable fencing to prevent balls entering a creek and to expand the concession stand; the court approved the upgrades with conditions including utility‑locate and hold‑harmless language.
Clearwater, Pinellas County, Florida
Housing staff provided the Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) summarizing federal fund expenditures and accomplishments for FY 2024–25, including homelessness services, facility improvements and assistance programs; staff said no public comments were received during the hearing and will submit the CAPER to HUD by the deadline.
Farmington School District, School Districts, New Hampshire
School leaders told the Farmington School Board Dec. 1 that Fund 10 could show a negative balance if current trends continue and that several staffing items (school psychologist, BCBA, RBTs) and insurance-model decisions must be resolved in upcoming budget work sessions.
Egg Harbor Township, Atlantic County, New Jersey
The Egg Harbor Township Committee voted to introduce ordinances updating curb/sidewalk, grading, address-display and fee standards, two redevelopment plans (Timber Ridge and Route 152) and a tax‑abatement agreement; all received motions to introduce and are scheduled for public hearings on Dec. 17, 2025 at 5 p.m.
Clearwater, Pinellas County, Florida
Staff recommended, and council discussed, opting out of the Live Local Act's 80%/120% AMI property tax exemption for tax year 2026 after a Schimberg Center report showed a surplus of units for households earning 80–120% AMI in the Tampa‑St. Pete‑Clearwater MSA; the resolution would apply for 2026 only and expire on Jan. 1, 2027, unless renewed.
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.
Spencer County, Kentucky
Spencer County Fiscal Court approved three joint resolutions asking state legislators for funding for Taylorsville Main Street improvements, restoration of the Felix Grundy Stiger historic cabin, and a small‑business incubation program. Tourism director Catherine Scott also announced a new Spencer County Laureate honors program and named three inaugural honorees.
Egg Harbor Township, Atlantic County, New Jersey
Town staff described upcoming milling and paving across several neighborhoods and detour plans; resident Jim Babacic testified that repeated failed patches, eroded shoulders and groundwater intrusion into his crawl space on Ridge Avenue require urgent repair and coordination with the municipal utility authority.
Kern County, California
Kern COG said its RTP outreach collected more than 1,500 public comments across events countywide; the executive director asked for volunteers for award selection and the board honored two staff members—Suzanne Campbell (15 years) and Becky (about 19 years)—who are retiring in December.
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.
Monte Vista, Rio Grande County, Colorado
Council accepted a proclamation recognizing November as Restorative Justice Month. A representative from the Center for Restorative Programs described school-based circles, victim-offender dialogue, court diversion work and said their programs reduce reoffending and operate across the San Luis Valley with multiple funding sources.
Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School District, School Boards, Massachusetts
The school committee honored the Dennis‑Yarmouth girls’ field hockey team, which won the MIAA Division 4 state championship; coaches praised the players’ teamwork, academic honors and community support and certificates were presented.
Kern County, California
Caltrans District 6 and District 9 updated the Kern COG board on staffing changes, storm damage response, and the status of multiple maintenance and capital projects including the 99 CMCP publication, 99/58 connector coordination, and several rehab and roundabout projects.
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.
Oviedo, Seminole County, Florida
Two residents urged the council to address traffic safety at Doverra and Oviedo Mall Boulevard and to improve the dirt entrance to Sweetwater Park. Staff reported a restriping design and said resurfacing/resurfacing bids for Magnolia Street (including the park entrance) are slated for award at the next meeting.
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.
Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School District, School Boards, Massachusetts
Dennis‑Yarmouth launched a new district website (SmartSites powered by ParentSquare) on Nov. 25 to centralize news, calendars and quick links; communications staff demonstrated features and noted remaining search/directory limitations.
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.
Kern County, California
The Kern COG board voted to add local-road projects to the CMAQ call-for-projects contingency list and to consider the City of Wasco’s project as rankable while staff pursues a classification update; members also directed staff to take a policy review to the TAC.
Clearwater, Pinellas County, Florida
City staff presented updated appraisals and options for stabilizing the historic North Ward School; two appraisals showed wide valuation disparity (~$1.6M vs $2.7M), staff proposed a 5–6 month pre‑marketing phase and discussed temporary roof 'shrink‑wrap' versus full replacement to preserve the building while preparing for private redevelopment.
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.
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.
Elizabethtown Area SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Public commenters, teachers and students criticized the board’s remarks to student representatives and the removal of certain ELA selections from required curriculum; the board says books remain available in libraries but not required coursework.
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.
Monte Vista, Rio Grande County, Colorado
City staff reported the Sky High Emergency Operations Center project is over budget by about $1,000,000 across the generator and EOC elements; a Buy American requirement added roughly $168,000 to the generator package. Staff requested a federal extension to spend grant funds by the May 2026 deadline and cut project scope to meet FEMA advertising. Work may start when weather permits.
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.
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.
Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School District, School Boards, Massachusetts
Principals from Ezra H. Baker, Emmy Small and Station Avenue reported improved MCAS scores — including ELA and math gains — but all named chronic absenteeism and achievement gaps for English learners and students with disabilities as priorities; the district outlined targeted interventions and shorter data cycles.
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.
Oviedo, Seminole County, Florida
Council voted by consensus to join the Central Florida Pledge Business Network, directing staff to prepare a resolution for signature; Joel Hunter described the pledge as a nonpolitical commitment to civility and respect.
Village of Hortonville, Outagamie County, Wisconsin
A representative reported sampling and an EOR/state study indicate a potential watershed expansion that could add roughly 844 properties; staff will prepare letters to affected homeowners for review.
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.
Spencer County, Kentucky
After lengthy discussion, the court voted Nov. 3 to reduce county contributions on single employee health plans to 90% (from near 99%), keep the Pepco (FEDCO) card benefit for employees who do not take county insurance, and bundle dental/vision with UnitedHealthcare and life insurance with 1America; changes effective Jan. 1.
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.
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.
Clearwater, Pinellas County, Florida
Trustees reviewed a refined strategy to reissue a call for development concepts for the Clearwater Main Library in January 2026, emphasizing 6–9 months of lead time for cultural institutions, clearer messaging, CRM tracking, and possible professional marketing support with an estimated outreach budget of $100,000–$140,000.
Elizabethtown Area SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Elizabethtown board voted unanimously to waive portions of district donation policy so area churches can donate directly to eliminate student lunch debt between Dec. 1, 2025 and the end of the 2025–26 school year; the district reported roughly $34,000–$38,500 in outstanding lunch balances.
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.
Bowling Green, Wood County, Ohio
Council suspended rules and adopted Ordinance No. 9,329 (supplemental/amending appropriations for FY2025) by unanimous recorded vote; several other ordinances and resolutions were read for first or second reading and remain pending.
Village of Hortonville, Outagamie County, Wisconsin
Village attorney reported an outside memo clarifying the private sewer lateral ordinance: staff or contractors need at least 24 hours' notice from property owners before entering the right-of-way, and a recommended $50 special charge could be added as lien language for noncompliance.
Monte Vista, Rio Grande County, Colorado
Council approved two consultant contracts: a federally funded safety action-plan study (consultant recommended for public engagement and grant-development support) and a $66,819 contract with ARGIS Solutions to develop a geospatial/GIS system and permitting tools, with two optional change orders and two years of support.
Dennis-Yarmouth Regional School District, School Boards, Massachusetts
The Dennis‑Yarmouth Regional School Committee unanimously approved an amended IKF graduation policy and a separate IKFE competency‑determination policy required by DESE guidance, adding an appeals provision and a clerical correction preserving prior competency determinations through 2025‑01‑03.
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.
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.
Bowling Green, Wood County, Ohio
Tim Dunn, president of the Bowling Green youth baseball program, thanked council and administration for new lighting and pavement work at Carter Park, saying the improvements helped the program and improved its competitiveness with neighboring cities.
Oviedo, Seminole County, Florida
Council reviewed a 'glitch' ordinance to correct implementation issues in the new Land Development Code. Staff proposed multiple technical fixes and mapping changes; after discussion the council reached consensus to remove 'townhomes' as a by-right permissible use in R1B to avoid piecemeal neighborhood conversions.
Spencer County, Kentucky
After staff reported multiple aging snow/salt spreader boxes and repair quotes, the court approved repairs to a flatbed spreader and authorized purchase of two tailgate spreaders (up to $5,000 each) and additional repairs to extend equipment life through the winter season.
Baltimore City, Baltimore County, Maryland
Dozens of residents gave two-minute statements for and against council bill 25-0066 (Housing Options and Opportunity Act) at a Dec. 1 Land Use & Transportation Committee session. Committee members and administration officials discussed amendments, a triennial study requirement, and next steps; the committee closed public testimony and did not vote.
Mobile City, Mobile County, Alabama
The Board approved a 6‑foot aluminum, see‑through fence along Cottage Hill Road for Cottage Hill Baptist Church and school to improve security; staff clarified the fence is proposed on private property after earlier right‑of‑way concerns.
Bowling Green, Wood County, Ohio
Community development staff reported local home‑repair and CDBG activity, rental assistance disbursements and a planned transit provider change to Grama Transportation expected to save about $100,000; staff also described eligibility, program counts and pending planning requirements for federal grants.
Clearwater, Pinellas County, Florida
A student consulting team from St. Petersburg College presented a pilot management consulting report recommending a restaurant-and-entertainment cluster ("groove crates of Clearwater") and guerrilla marketing strategies for a container‑village in North Greenwood; trustees and staff expressed support and discussed next steps.
Elizabethtown Area SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
CFO Tom Strickler walked the board through 2025–26 funding estimates, estimated unanticipated revenue and Pennsylvania Department of Education procedures for financial watch, recovery and receivership, stressing the district has not received any PDE notice.
Village of Hortonville, Outagamie County, Wisconsin
The board approved the consent agenda, authorized a two-year inspection contract for cross-connection control, approved an $87,000 loan tied to the 2026 CIP, and passed resolution R-20-25 to permit a Vibrant Spaces grant submission.
Mobile City, Mobile County, Alabama
The Board approved a four‑story mixed building at 408 Adams Street with ground‑floor commercial space, about 40 residential units intended for teachers, firefighters and police, and roughly 55 parking spaces; the applicant said the school board participated in the project and that the football field will be retained elsewhere on the parcel.
Elyria, Lorain County, Ohio
Council passed an amendment to sanitation rules that includes an 'additional pickup' fee and a $25 crew charge; several members requested later clarification whether the additional fee is charged per occurrence, week or month.
Oviedo, Seminole County, Florida
The Oviedo City Council adopted Ordinance No. 17-61 to update impact fees for parks, fire/rescue, law enforcement and administrative facilities, moving to a project-driven methodology and phasing increases (over 50%) equally across four years as required by state law.
Spencer County, Kentucky
Officials reported an opioid fund balance of $106,907 and a Senate Bill 135 records-retention account of about $108,033. County leaders debated investing part of the opioid balance in CDs versus funding local treatment programs, and asked program providers to present outcome data before committing funds.
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.
Mobile City, Mobile County, Alabama
The board placed Porchlight’s Ace Theater/Excelsior Band venue application on a 60‑day holdover after residents and neighborhood groups raised concerns about parking, neighborhood impact and the project’s fit in a historic Black district. The applicant said the venue is primarily for the Excelsior Band and that parking is not required by the T4 district.
Elyria, Lorain County, Ohio
City water staff told council the system experienced 33 main breaks in Sept–Nov 2025 versus 17 last year and reported that Phase 5 of lead service-line replacements has begun, targeting roughly 400 properties in older neighborhoods.
Clearwater, Pinellas County, Florida
The Clearwater CRA approved staff's funding recommendation for a Tasty Tampa Bay food-and-vendor festival at Coachman Park in February 2026; the applicant requested $18,000 and staff recommended up to $13,000. Organizers said the event will include culinary demos and merchant outreach to downtown businesses.
Elizabethtown Area SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Board facilities chair James Emery acknowledged long‑running sewer and building deterioration and described recent professional air‑quality testing that the district says shows no emergency readings, while community members and teachers pressed for independent reviews and remediation plans.
Baltimore City, Baltimore County, Maryland
The Land Use & Transportation Committee voted to recommend four routine zoning bills — 25-0055, 25-0056, 25-0073 and 25-0090 — favorable to the full Baltimore City Council at its next meeting; all passed by voice vote and will be presented at the council meeting this Thursday at 5 p.m.
Mobile City, Mobile County, Alabama
The Board approved four freestanding on‑premise signs for the Amtrak platform and restricted two platform/wall signs to purely informational content without the Amtrak logo, after Visit Mobile said the smaller sign would help arriving passengers find local businesses and services.
Elyria, Lorain County, Ohio
On Dec. 1, 2025, Elyria City Council passed a series of resolutions and emergency ordinances under suspension of rules — including appointments to the Demolition Board of Appeals, amendments to a Community Reinvestment Area and multiple funding and grant-authorizing measures.
Monte Vista, Rio Grande County, Colorado
The Monte Vista City Council adopted Ordinance 9 34 on second and final reading, approving the city’s 2026 annual appropriation and budget. Councilors voted unanimously to pass the measure after brief procedural discussion about the ordinance title and public notice.
Village of Hortonville, Outagamie County, Wisconsin
The Village of Hortonville approved a two-year service agreement with Hydro/Hy(dra)Corp to inspect and classify commercial and industrial properties for cross-connection control to satisfy DNR requirements; the contract was listed in the meeting as $21,722.47.
Spencer County, Kentucky
Spencer Fiscal Court voted Nov. 3 to adopt a resolution supporting Representative James Allen Tipton's $6 million request to the Kentucky General Assembly for expanded sanitary sewer service, replacing a prior $5.2 million request. The sanitation district also sought reimbursement draws tied to construction work.
Mobile City, Mobile County, Alabama
The Board of Adjustment approved American Tower’s request to raise an existing wireless tower near the University of South Alabama from 149 feet to 172 feet to add a T‑Mobile 5G antenna. The board granted height, setback and residential‑separation variances despite the tower lying about 10 feet closer to student housing than the code’s 150% separation standard.
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.
Clearwater, Pinellas County, Florida
The Downtown Development Board authorized staff to procure a marketing and public relations firm with a budget not to exceed $50,000, aiming to strengthen downtown identity and manage messaging during multiple upcoming construction projects.
Madison City, Jefferson County, Indiana
On second reading the Madison Historic District Board approved an amendment authorizing the presiding officer to require sign-in for public commenters and to impose a four-minute time limit, with the presiding officer or majority able to waive the limit; members debated default rules and whether authority already existed in council-adopted procedures.
United Nations, Federal
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.
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.
Madison City, Jefferson County, Indiana
The board approved Brenda Cooper's application to remove failing stucco and restore original brick and parapet at 307 West, enabling storefronts and carriage-style doors for retail use; staff and members praised the investment in a corridor targeted for revitalization.
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.
Wisconsin Rapids, Wood County, Wisconsin
The Wood County Board approved a more than $157 million budget on Nov. 12 by a roughly 17–2 vote, with debate focusing on employee wage increases; the meeting also cleared resolutions to accept funding for oral-health programs and to seek tribal-law-enforcement funding, and discussed local projects including Sarah Park and downtown parking plans.
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.
United Nations, Federal
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.
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.
Short social‑friendly highlights from the Pico Rivera Veterans Day program: Mayor announces Purple Heart monument and resource center, Assemblymember calls for veterans' pay, pastor recounts veteran support work.
Hardin County, School Boards, Kentucky
The board unanimously approved the consent agenda—early graduation approvals, travel for student groups, a Child Nutrition change order, a $1,000 anonymous donation, and purchase of four regular and one special education bus for FY26—and later voted to adjourn.
United Nations, Federal
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.
Peachtree City, Fayette County, Georgia
At a Peachtree City meeting, an unidentified presiding official moved to adopt the 2025 maintenance and operation millage rate at 5.84; the motion was seconded, approved by voice vote, and the meeting was adjourned.
Madison City, Jefferson County, Indiana
The board approved John Sherry’s application at 1063 West Main to replace five front windows with insulated windows that replicate a 4-over-4 appearance; staff requested brand and part numbers before final approval and several members urged retaining original windows where possible.
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.
Wisconsin Rapids, Wood County, Wisconsin
Wood County Chair Lance Plimel said the county is advancing plans for a roughly 24,000-square-foot federally qualified health center in Wisconsin Rapids, supported by ARPA funds and local partners; federal funding must be finalized before construction can begin.
United Nations, Federal
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.
Board of Mayor and Aldermen Meetings, Bartlett City, Shelby County, Tennessee
The board unanimously approved a $13,700 Tennessee training equipment grant for police equipment (Resolution 4325), passed a four-item consent agenda and set a Jan. 13 public hearing for a rezoning first reading (Ordinance 25-09).
City leaders and veterans gathered for Pico Rivera’s Veterans Day ceremony, where officials marked three years of a local Veterans Resource Center, proclaimed the city a Purple Heart community and recognized dozens of local service members in a lengthy roll call.
Delaware County, Ohio
At its first 2025 meeting the Delaware County Board of Commissioners approved a series of routine resolutions including travel and finance approvals, authorized notices to school districts about a proposed Evans Farm TIF extension, established a new fund for the Family and Children First Council, set bid dates for three roundabouts and recessed into executive session on personnel and litigation.
Boston City, Suffolk County, Massachusetts
Neighborhood leagues and providers told council the city must fund ongoing maintenance, ease permitting, and support volunteers; providers described spending on portable lights, porta-potties and referees and called for greater transparency and recurring operating funds.
United Nations, Federal
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.
Board of Mayor and Aldermen Meetings, Bartlett City, Shelby County, Tennessee
The City Beautiful Commission presented three checks totaling $16,212.40 to city programs including $1,000 for animal shelter landscaping, $4,000 for plantings at Kirby Lakes Park detention area and $3,664 to Parks and Recreation.
Madison City, Jefferson County, Indiana
The Madison Historic District Board of Review granted a certificate of appropriateness for a new single-family house at 205 Saint Michael's despite debate over a front-loaded garage; staff cited compatibility with neighboring setbacks and design guidelines.
Delaware County, Ohio
A motion tied to item "25Dash1022" was moved, seconded and approved during a Delaware County meeting segment; Missus Lewis, Mister Merrill and Mister Benton each voted "Aye." The transcript does not include the motion text or sponsor.
Hardin County, School Boards, Kentucky
The board recognized staff and student awardees, including teachers and volunteers, and received a multi-year mathematics update outlining pacing guides, new common assessments for grades 3 and 5, a standards continuum and MTSS revisions to accelerate interventions.
Madison City, Jefferson County, Indiana
The Madison Historic District Board of Review voted to table applications for 123 Jefferson Street and 1229 West Main and noted the withdrawal of an application labeled 'Orban Ashes.' The board took no final action on those projects and will reconsider the tabled items at a later meeting.
United Nations, Federal
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.
Board of Mayor and Aldermen Meetings, Bartlett City, Shelby County, Tennessee
The Bartlett Board of Mayor and Aldermen voted to deny a developer's request to rezone 5866 Ivanhoe Road from single-family residential to general commercial after multiple residents testified the change would harm neighborhood character, increase traffic and raise safety concerns near Freeman Park.
Cameron Parish, Louisiana
A draft ordinance limiting overnight camping on Cameron Parish beaches (7 days per 30-day period with permits) drew juror concern over permit thresholds, private-property language, sewage enforcement and state jurisdiction; the jury removed the item to revise language and re-advertise for January.
Boston City, Suffolk County, Massachusetts
City staff presented the "Let's Play Boston" initiative, citing 2023 BPS survey data (43% high school, 53% middle school participation), targeted goals to raise participation to 63% and grant and capital investments to lower barriers and improve facilities.
Roseville, Ramsey County, Minnesota
Council certified $8,160.51 in community development abatements and $22,567.61 in police false-alarm charges for collection on property taxes, approved the consent agenda including payments and final project acceptances, and appointed Council member Strachan to the civic campus final‑design stakeholder group.
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.
LAWTON, School Districts, Oklahoma
The district praised its foundation for awarding $10,000 to 26 buildings ($260,000) and more than $200,000 in teacher grants; the foundation also helped fund a hog barn and the superintendent highlighted upcoming bleacher installations and athletic improvements.
Delaware County, Ohio
The Delaware County Board of Commissioners moved to award an 18-month drainage improvement contract for the Norris Run watershed to B & K Lerner Excavating LLC after staff said the low bid came in well under the engineer's estimate; construction is slated to finish by 2027.
Hardin County, School Boards, Kentucky
Construction managers reported that West Hardin Middle School structural work is advancing, the new child nutrition facility is scheduled to finish by May next year, and Trojan Way Elementary is out for bid with decisions expected in January.
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).
Cottage Grove, Dane County, Wisconsin
District officials presented two site concepts intended to reduce congestion at Cottage Grove School if K–2 students from Taylor Prairie are consolidated: a preferred full loop with a 360° bus/fire lane and a simpler turnaround option. Trustees asked about queuing capacity, playground safety and enforcement; the district said the preferred plan accommodates more cars and buses but costs more.
Roseville, Ramsey County, Minnesota
Council adopted an amendment to section 501.15 of the city code to redefine the dangerous/potentially dangerous animal hearing officer as an impartial individual appointed or retained by the city, replacing a prior, specific organizational designation.
Cameron Parish, Louisiana
Architect Derek Porsche outlined manufacturer and utility delays for the North Cameron Emergency Operations Center that produced multiple change orders (cast stone delay, transformer delay) and cited a $1,761.97 insurance premium as an incurred cost; the jury agreed to remove change order 14 for further review and return in January.
Johnson County, Indiana
At the Dec. 1 meeting, Johnson County commissioners approved a routine consent agenda (sheriff salary contract, extension office agreements, grant applications), ratified highway support letters, awarded a $10,500 generator service contract to DWI Power Systems, approved a clerk software agreement and appointed Emergency Management advisory council members for 2026.
Cleveland, Cuyahoga County, Ohio
Committee approved an emergency ordinance to authorize a grant for the Greater Cleveland Film Commission and heard a request for an additional $50,000 in operating support; the film commission said local production generated significant tax and spending benefits in 2024.
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.
Roseville, Ramsey County, Minnesota
Finance Director Michelle Petrick told the council the preliminary 2026 city and EDA budget is $81.2 million, including requests for seven police positions and 15 firefighter/paramedics and noting federal COPS and SAFER grants. The hearing was opened and continued to the council's next meeting for a final vote.
Cameron Parish, Louisiana
Bolton Holdings told the Cameron Parish Police Jury it is bidding on a Worley RFP to serve an LNG project and asked for a commissary permit at 517 Marshall Street, six custom kitchen trailer permits and temporary housing for 30–50 employees; staff said paperwork will be reviewed and no permit was issued today.
Hardin County, School Boards, Kentucky
District staff and school resource officers detailed the district's recently purchased Raptor Technologies safety suite, explaining beacon installs, app features, visitor-screening and a planned January reunification training; the board approved the purchase in May 2025.
Cleveland, Cuyahoga County, Ohio
Council approved an emergency ordinance to add 1301 E. 9th St. to the Northeast Ohio Advanced Energy District for a PACE clean‑energy project, including financing from Greenworks Lending. Council members pressed the project team on honoring Community Benefits Agreement commitments to use Cleveland Public Power.
Cottage Grove, Dane County, Wisconsin
Trustees voted 5–1 to table a pre‑annexation agreement with Newman Companies for a proposed 120‑acre subdivision after extended public comment and board debate over the Banigan property, traffic impacts, school capacity and the need for a complete annexation exhibit. The developer was asked to return with a revised package addressing boundary clarity, stormwater and infrastructure.
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.
Ellensburg City, Kittitas County, Washington
Delano Palmer was sworn in to fill a partial council term and the council appointed Teresa Young and Jensen Lopez to the Arts Commission by voice vote.
Johnson County, Indiana
The board approved a lease with Johnson Memorial Hospital for a behavioral health facility and heard from a board member that a ribbon cutting is scheduled for Jan. 15 after delays attributed to bureaucracy and legislative help.
LAWTON, School Districts, Oklahoma
Superintendent Haim said the district will gate Shoemaker and route entry through Fort Sill to separate visitor traffic from students at adjacent Central and Lawton High, a move the district says will aid officer control and overall safety.
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.
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.
Ellensburg City, Kittitas County, Washington
Council approved corrections to the six-year capital improvement plan (CIP) and adopted a supplemental biennial budget including investments in parks, police training, and IT; staff highlighted two corrected CIP tables and recommended the budget ordinance for second reading and adoption.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Ellensburg City, Kittitas County, Washington
Following hours of public testimony both for and against retaining DEI language, the Ellensburg City Council voted to substitute the DEI Commission's Draft B for the existing Chapter 9 in the comprehensive plan and conducted first reading of Ordinance 4977 to implement 2025 docketed amendments.
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.
Johnson County, Indiana
The board approved a GovWorks purchase to add AI-driven quality assurance to the county 911 center; 911 director Heath Brandt said the tool integrates with CAD, radio and phone systems and will convert QA into targeted training for staff.
Cleveland, Cuyahoga County, Ohio
Cleveland council committee approved renaming the Department of Economic Development to the Department of Development and transferring land‑strategy functions and about 18 Community Development staff into the new department, adding five new positions and indexing an effective date of Jan. 1, 2026.
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.
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.
LAWTON, School Districts, Oklahoma
Superintendent Haim described a major electrical-panel failure at MacArthur and a water leak at Lawton High that crews worked to fix over the break; he reiterated district closure and communications policies and discussed virtual days and an unspecified "new law" affecting next year's policy.
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.
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.
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.
LAWTON, School Districts, Oklahoma
Superintendent Haim announced his retirement on Dec. 1 and said the school board has begun a search using OSSBA, circulating a survey and starting interviews this week; he said he is not involved in the hiring process.
Delaware County, Indiana
The board approved claims totaling $101,475.57 and instructed staff to ensure a reimbursement check from Muncie Sanitary District for half of Stockport Drive materials is posted back to the culvert fund; members also reported Stockport Drive repairs were completed successfully.
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.
University Place, Pierce County, Washington
The council recognized the communications team for winning multiple awards at the National Association of Telecommunications Officials and Advisors competition and heard staff preview of upcoming holiday events including the Salted Rim ribbon cutting and the annual tree lighting.
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.
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.
Delaware County, Indiana
The Delaware County Drainage Board will hold a public hearing at 9 a.m. Dec. 10, 2025, on reconstruction of Hogg Creek, a regulated drain in Salem Township (off 700 East, north of SR 32); commissioners encouraged staff presence to answer public questions.
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.
University Place, Pierce County, Washington
Three residents testified that a property at or identified as 5502 Bristlewood Drive has long‑standing nuisances — vehicles, trash, alleged oil/gas and rodent problems — and said repeated online complaints and past enforcement attempts produced little change; council asked staff to report back on actions taken.
Johnson County, Indiana
Johnson County commissioners approved an amendment to Title 8, Article 9 to let the drainage board accept certain watershed areas by resolution, a change presented by Surveyor Greg Cantwell to avoid repeated ordinance updates.
Martin County, Florida
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Delaware County, Indiana
The Delaware County Stormwater Board voted Dec. 1 to adopt Resolution 2025-14 to acquire a used Timco regenerative air street sweeper from Muncie Sanitary District for $20,000; the board said the vehicle has 63,033 engine miles and about 7,000 pony-motor hours.
Athens City Council, Athens , Athens County, Ohio
Council moved a special right‑of‑way permit for 43 South Court Street—proposed removal of a lower awning and the addition of a four‑foot balcony and upper‑floor apartment conversions—out of committee for first reading; the Historical Preservation Commission reviewed the windows and plans, according to staff and the developer's architect.
University Place, Pierce County, Washington
The council adopted code amendments to Titles 17 and 19 to align with the Growth Management Act and Ecology terminology, including renaming 'flood hazard' to 'frequently flooded' and replacing some 'single‑family' references with 'low density'; council requested a clearer local definition be returned in 2026.
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.
University Place, Pierce County, Washington
The University Place City Council voted 6‑0 to adopt an ordinance adjusting the 2025–26 biennial budget, funding one‑time expenses from $1.3 million in 2024 monies and adopting a 2.7% COLA on the updated salary schedule.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Athens City Council, Athens , Athens County, Ohio
Council amended and read Ordinance 120‑25 for first reading after the auditor reported transfer/refund needs grew to $1.1 million—about $750,000 more than previously budgeted—spurring debate on whether to suspend rules to expedite passage; a motion to suspend failed to reach the three‑fourths threshold.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia
The Committee on Council approved a walk-in resolution (ELMS ID 39320) to sunset several boards and commissions that have completed their work or whose terms expired, including commissions honoring Shirley Clark Franklin and Michael Langford; vote 6-0.
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.
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.
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.
Athens City Council, Athens , Athens County, Ohio
Council moved a Planning Commission recommendation (Ordinance 139) to allow temporary, non‑affixed shelters in R‑3 and B‑3 zones to first reading, after debate and a failed amendment that would have required licensed oversight, MOUs and numeric caps; the amendment failed because it departed from the commission recommendation and lacked the three‑fourths vote required.
Johnson County, Indiana
The Johnson County Board of Commissioners voted Dec. 1 to adopt Ordinance 2025-0-15, vacating a county easement after a brief public hearing with no public testimony.
Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia
The Committee on Council approved six communications containing nominations to boards and commissions — including Jeff Mulavey to the BeltLine Tax Allocation District Advisory Committee and Benita Terry to the Atlanta Housing Authority Board — by a single 6-0 vote.
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.
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.
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.
Spanish Fort , Baldwin County, Alabama
Council recognized Shane Perry for his five years as district 3 council member (2020–2025), thanked his family and noted his community involvement; Perry expressed gratitude to colleagues and residents.
Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia
The Committee on Council approved a substitute to the City of Atlanta Code (section 2-135) that realigns standing committees, removes obsolete boards and updates office names; staff described the change as an administrative cleanup and the committee voted 6-0.
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.
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.
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.
Morris Township, Morris County, New Jersey
After expert testimony and public questions, the Morris Township Board of Adjustment approved AT&T’s request to mount 12 panel antennas at about 90 feet on a dormant water tank at the Red Bulls training site, granting a D‑1 use variance, D‑6 height variance and multiple C variances subject to conditions (matching paint, relocated access, planting and generator‑testing limits).
Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia
The Committee on Council approved a resolution appointing attorney Keith Lamar to the Atlanta Ethics Board as the Gate City Bar Association representative for a three-year term; the committee voted 6-0 and the item will move to full council.
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.
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.
Arlington Heights, Cook County, Illinois
The Village Board unanimously approved an ordinance prohibiting use of village‑owned property for civil immigration enforcement (excluding public rights-of-way). Staff emphasized the ordinance preserves options to document incidents and pursue legal action while acknowledging limits on local authority; public comment was emotional and varied.
Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia
Council approved donations to extend a Goodr Foundation grocery pantry ($135,000) and an emergency-assistance donation to the Urban League of Greater Atlanta (up to $500,000). Members pressed staff for clearer accounting of administrative fees, program staffing, and oversight.
Spanish Fort , Baldwin County, Alabama
Council voted to suspend rules and adopt resolution 1571-2025 allowing a one-time donation of accrued sick leave to a sick-leave bank for an employee who has insufficient accrued time; unused donated hours will be returned pro rata to donors.
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.
Arlington Heights, Cook County, Illinois
After a public hearing and extended discussion, the Arlington Heights Village Board approved the 2026 budget and related ordinances — including a 2.29% increase in the village portion of the property tax levy — citing rising pension and infrastructure costs and risks to reserves and service levels.
AUSTIN ISD, School Districts, Texas
Austin ISD and Williams Elementary marked the opening of modernized classrooms and upgraded building security completed under the district's 2022 bond program, with district leaders, trustees and students taking tours after a ribbon-cutting ceremony.
Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia
Dozens of speakers at the Dec. 1 Atlanta City Council meeting urged release of body-camera footage, an independent investigation and the arrest of the off-duty officer who shot Linton Blackwell; the council passed a resolution requesting authorities give the family secure access to the video.
Morris Township, Morris County, New Jersey
The Board approved a variance for a 16x24 pergola at 529 Jockey Hollow Road, finding the proposed open, non‑enclosed structure would be minimally visible given lot topography and mature tree screening.
West Haven, New Haven County, Connecticut
At its Dec. 2 meeting the West Haven ARPA Committee approved routine invoices, selected Antonacci for animal‑shelter design work, and authorized environmental sampling by Brooks Environmental Consulting ahead of a house demolition; members noted procurement thresholds and ARPA funding sources.
Wareham Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
Select-board member Jared Chadwick asked the committee to add a requirement that an Upper Cape Tech tour be held before December 1 each year so students have time to consider and apply before the UCT Jan. 5 registration deadline; committee members agreed to add language and bring the policy back for 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.
Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia
Councilmembers, former mayors and public-safety leaders paid tribute to District 7 Councilmember Howard Shook on Dec. 1, celebrating his 24 years of service with awards, a short video and a formal proclamation naming Dec. 1 “Howard Shook Day.”
Spanish Fort , Baldwin County, Alabama
Council adopted resolution 1567-2025 authorizing removal of barricades and gates on Emerson Drive between Rain Plantation and Grace Magnolia subdivisions to allow emergency and alternate access; staff presented location and historical rationale for the connection.
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.
Wareham Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
District staff presented a proposed FY27 operating budget showing a roughly $2.1 million increase before offsets; staff said salary increases (~$1.6M), technology replacement (~$260k) and out-of-district tuitions (about $4.2M) are key drivers. A public hearing is scheduled and final vote is planned Dec. 18.
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.
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.
Morris Township, Morris County, New Jersey
The Board of Adjustment granted Edward Dwyer variances to renovate a 1933 house at 2617 Springbrook Road, allowing second‑story and front/rear changes while keeping the existing side‑yard line; neighbor testimony supported the application.
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.
Wareham Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
School leaders from Wareham Middle, High and elementary schools summarized 2024–25 results and 2025–26 goals, highlighting writing and math gains, new electives and attendance initiatives. The committee voted to approve the strategic plan presentations 5–0.
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.
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.
Spanish Fort , Baldwin County, Alabama
The council voted unanimously to adopt ordinance 7-29-2025, rezoning Lot 13 in Woodside Business Park from R-1 to B-2; the property owner said the intended use is a State Farm office. Planning commission recommended approval.
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.
Salinas, Monterey County, California
City planning staff previewed an in‑development Power BI housing production dashboard that maps project activity and tracks progress toward the RHNA target of 6,674 units; the tool is in alpha, updates up to three times per day and will be presented to City Council on Dec. 2, 2025 for broader testing.
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.
Morris Township, Morris County, New Jersey
The Morris Township Board of Adjustment adopted resolution VAEDash17Dash25 approving conversion of an attached garage and a second‑story addition after counsel summarized requested C variances for front and side setbacks and expansion of a nonconforming structure.
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.
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.
Salinas, Monterey County, California
The City of Salinas Housing and Land Use Committee voted unanimously to adopt a 2026 calendar that moves the committee from a biweekly to monthly schedule, meeting Tuesdays at 3:30 p.m., citing efficiency, regulatory alignment and flexibility under the Brown Act.
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.
Spanish Fort , Baldwin County, Alabama
Developers described a proposed 1,600-acre Longleaf Planned Unit Development including an existing golf course and a planned 400-acre animal sanctuary; planning commission gave a unanimous recommendation and council recessed the public hearing to Dec. 15, 2025 for further review and narrative posting.
Cleveland, Cuyahoga County, Ohio
The committee approved a batch of departmental and public‑works ordinances — street vacations, resurfacing partnerships, sidewalk program changes, park grants and routine procurement — moving them to the full council, including funding details and procurement notes.
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.
Rebecca Carrillo of Victorville's Economic Development Department lists recent and upcoming retail and industrial projects — including a Goodyear distribution center and a new Target — and describes MyBizMVV and Keep It Local programs that promote local businesses.
Cleveland, Cuyahoga County, Ohio
After hours of testimony and questions, the council committee recommended an amended settlement term sheet with the Browns that would secure up to $100 million in exit and community funds, add prevailing‑wage and Cleveland‑business requirements for demolition, and send the amended measure to the full council for a floor vote tonight.
Norfolk County, Massachusetts
At their Nov. 12 meeting the Norfolk County Commission approved payroll and expense warrants, multiple personnel motions, a five-year grounds-equipment lease, and voted to send a letter supporting H.B. 3211 and a letter opposing H.B. 3971.
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.
San Bernardino, San Bernardino County, California
The commission approved draft minutes, voted to add Wildwood bathroom updates and several agenda items to November, and directed staff to return with bylaw language about consecutive absences and a review of the renaming application process.
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.
FARIBAULT PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Boards, Minnesota
Students presented findings from a Youth Participatory Action Research (YPAR) project on peer mentorship and the Peer Group Connection (PGC) program, telling the Faribault board the program helps ninth‑grade transition. Board members praised the students and asked follow‑up questions.
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.
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.
San Bernardino, San Bernardino County, California
Commissioners questioned the city�s 100-signature minimum and the January-only application window for park name changes, and asked staff to return with bylaw language and process clarifications; commissioners also discussed concerns about removing long-absent members and the need to agendize any removal.
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.
MARSHALL PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Boards, Minnesota
The board approved the meeting agenda, the consent agenda and the 2024-25 financial audit; motion attributions are recorded in the transcript but roll-call tallies were not provided.
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.
San Bernardino, San Bernardino County, California
City parks staff told the Parks Commission the Seco/Second Lake project�scope has expanded to about $19.7 million (from roughly $13.3 million) and gave updates on multiple park renovations; staff also described planning to host a June 2026 Route 66 Centennial Great Race stop along Mount Vernon Street.
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.
Norfolk County, Massachusetts
Commissioners instructed labor counsel to draft changes to section 3.3.3 of the Norfolk County employee handbook to clarify that vacation time is allotted on July 1 and paid out as accrued but unused upon separation, with carryover limits preserved.
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.
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.
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.
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.
MARSHALL PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Boards, Minnesota
The board completed an online evaluation of Superintendent Jeremy Williams for 2025'26 and reported an overall score of 3.32 out of 4, with strengths on referendum leadership and lower scores on instructional coaching support; the board said he met or exceeded expectations.
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.
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.
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.
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.
FARIBAULT PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Boards, Minnesota
After a Truth in Taxation hearing Dec. 1, the Faribault Public School District board approved the 2025 payable 2026 levy certification of $12,064,410.59. Finance staff said the total levy is down 2.22% from 2025, though some homeowners reported larger increases and one director abstained.
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.
City of Geneva, Ashtabula, Ohio
Nadine Goonyham (introduced at the meeting) summarized three federal tax-law changes and their local implications: federal treatment of tips/overtime that the city will not mirror locally, a reduction in allowable gambling-loss deductions to 90%, and the permanent elimination of unreimbursed employee business-expense deductions; the tax office reported year-to-date revenue up about 6% and said it issued ~750 subpoenas.
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.
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.
Public Utilities Regulatory Authority, Departments and Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Connecticut
Company witnesses confirmed PFAS detections at two well sites and said engineers are evaluating treatment and funding options; the company also described an ongoing lead service‑line identification program and customer complaints about hardness and chlorine taste.
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.
City of Geneva, Ashtabula, Ohio
Heidi Barringer, county grant coordinator for planning and development, gave a Fair Housing presentation: she summarized the law's expansion of protected classes, landlord advertising and accommodation rules, and resources for filing complaints and getting help.
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.
Alamance County, North Carolina
Commissioner Thompson requested the sheriff and administration provide a historical accounting of the county’s ICE contract from inception through termination, including contract amounts, any profits, and how funds were used, and asked for further documentation and briefing.
MARSHALL PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Boards, Minnesota
Auditors told the board the district's 2024-25 financial statements received an unmodified (clean) opinion; the presentation highlighted a $986,000 combined fund balance increase, lease obligations, enrollment declines and a separate single-audit timing issue; the board approved the audit.
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.
City of Geneva, Ashtabula, Ohio
City Manager Bartlett told council pavement work on West Main was delayed by weather and an asphalt plant closure; one section west of Lockwood will be left with intermediate pavement until spring. Local bridal-shop owner Penny Bauer Schiebel told council the project has harmed her business and said repeated FOIA requests for project records (due 10/21/2025) have not been satisfied.
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.
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.
Public Utilities Regulatory Authority, Departments and Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Connecticut
Company witnesses told PURA that the Copper Street main replacement was placed in service in 2024 and described planned capital projects including a new 1,000,000‑gallon storage tank (engineer estimate ~$3.4M), generator purchases, meter replacements and SCADA upgrades.
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.
City of Geneva, Ashtabula, Ohio
At its Nov. 24 meeting, the City of Geneva council approved Ordinance No. 3394 (2026 appropriations) and passed Resolution No. 3651 authorizing a design agreement with Verdantus for a Depot Street storm‑sewer project; both measures passed on roll-call votes after motions to waive rules and declare emergency on the resolution.
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.
Alamance County, North Carolina
At its organizational meeting the Alamance County Board of Commissioners elected Kelly Allen as chair and Steve Carter as vice chair, adopted a 2026 meeting schedule (removing a Jan. 5 meeting) and approved the fiscal year 26–27 budget calendar; staff also recognized the county’s tax administrator and heard a presentation from Impact Alamance.
Public Utilities Regulatory Authority, Departments and Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Connecticut
The Public Utilities Regulatory Authority opened evidentiary hearings on Hazardville Water Company’s rate application (docket number 25 0 7 12). Commissioners and staff pressed the company’s witnesses for backup on multiple deferred expenses, assigning a series of late-file exhibits for documentation.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Utah Government Trust, Utah Government Divisions, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
A Utah Government Trust webinar advised local government employers to write clear policies tied to mission, document procedures for critical tasks, tailor boilerplate, and schedule annual reviews with legal review every three years; presenters warned that informal practices or unreviewed templates can create safety and liability risks.
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.
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.
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.
Alamance County, North Carolina
During public comment, property owners urged Alamance County commissioners to block a proposed Claphamille Road landfill; commissioners also considered planning board appointments and the unified development ordinance limits on township representation.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Alamance County, North Carolina
The Alamance County Board of Commissioners voted 3–2 to authorize signing a contract to pursue acquisition of the former Bank of America building to hold for the Tourism Development Authority; the purchase would be funded with TDA occupancy-tax revenues and subject to inspections.
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.
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.
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Joliet, Will County, Illinois
At the close of the pre-council meeting the council moved, seconded and voted to enter closed session to discuss personnel, collective bargaining, land acquisition/conveyance and pending or threatened litigation; multiple council members recorded 'Aye' votes.
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.
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.
Joliet, Will County, Illinois
Staff presented a proposed three-year extension to the intergovernmental agreement for the old Joliet Correctional Center and a resolution committing the city's 20% local match (MFT funds $568,960) for a Surface Transportation Program grant for Theodore Street widening (project estimate $3,688,800). An easement to the Grand Prairie Water Commission for a water delivery structure was also presented.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Joliet, Will County, Illinois
The pre-council covered consent items: engine rebuild for ladder truck ($28,454.54), 2025 roadway resurfacing contract ($516,142.58), purchase of a compact electric sweeper ($342,523 with $100,000 reimbursable grant), water meter chamber project ($267,550), and a $63,733.50 business continuity grant to Cut 158 Incorporated.
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).
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.
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.
Davis, Yolo County, California
The City of Davis' urban forestry manager reported progress in clearing a work‑order backlog and increasing high‑occupancy‑zone pruning, but highlighted funding limits, inventory updates and a shortfall in planting versus removals as key concerns that will return to council for funding and policy options.
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.
Joliet, Will County, Illinois
Finance Director Kevin Singh presented the draft FY2026 budget, highlighting roughly $23.5 million for roads and sidewalks, a $7 million public safety institute contribution, major water projects including Lake Michigan connection and a near-$650 million total budget; a public hearing is scheduled for Dec. 2.
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.
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.
Davis, Yolo County, California
After a consultant briefing on state requirements and local analysis, the Climate and Environmental Justice Commission voted to recommend a hybrid model — a standalone EJ framework plus integrated policies across elements — and asked staff to pursue targeted community engagement and renter-focused incentives.
Noblesville City, Hamilton County, Indiana
Noblesville Utilities presented a 2026 budget forecast showing a 2.9% year-over-year expense increase and proposed a 2026 bond to fund two major capital projects — a Headworks Rehabilitation (discussed at approximately $10,000,000) and replacement of Lift Station 20 and an associated force main.
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.
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.
Hoffman Estates, Cook County, Illinois
At a Public Works open house, the Hoffman Estates Utility Commission and village officials awarded students in an energy-themed essay contest, distributed 2025–26 community guides and a 'Welcome Home' booklet, and announced classroom prize visits to Saint Hubert.
Yukon, Canadian County, Oklahoma
This transcript records a Yukon Fire Department training demonstration on deploying and carrying a 24-foot extension ladder; it is instructional material, not a civic meeting, so no civic articles were produced.
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.
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.
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.
Yukon, Canadian County, Oklahoma
Yukon Fire Department trainers Joseph Lashbrook and Justin Gerrids led a session and video demonstration on BEIS (vent, enter, isolate, search), emphasizing rapid size-up, window-based entry (VEIS), defined crew roles, key equipment and steps for locating and extracting victims in residences.
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.
Noblesville City, Hamilton County, Indiana
The Common Council approved two ordinances on Dec. 2: an appropriation using county innkeepers tax to help pay arena bond obligations and a bond authorization of up to $6.5 million for Embrace Downtown Phase 1, both passed on unanimous roll-call votes. Council also approved transfers to fund design and inspection work for Embrace Downtown.
Whitley County, Indiana
Following a new state requirement for conflict-of-interest disclosures, Whitley County commissioners approved annualized contract waivers — including one for Jennifer Stevenson of Shoes and More and one for contractor Van Am Seal and Stripe — to reduce clerical burden for county employees who also operate businesses that supply county needs.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Whitley County, Indiana
The commissioners approved a Section 5311 transit agreement allocating $61,559 (quarter 3 pass-through), adopted ADA and Title VI documents, delegated INDOT signature authority to Commissioner Basinger, and approved a consultant agreement with RQAW for the 100 South Reconstruction project.
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.
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.
Noblesville City, Hamilton County, Indiana
Noblesville Main Street reported steady program revenue and continued city support; Executive Director Kate Baker thanked partners, highlighted farmers market and sponsorships and said she will leave the organization later this month as final interviews for her successor proceed.
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.
Whitley County, Indiana
The Whitley County commissioners opened and read multiple highway department bids for fuel, asphalt, aggregate and equipment, taking the submissions under advisement for later evaluation; staff will post detailed schedules and contact the highway director for questions.
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.
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.
Eddy County, New Mexico
County staff reported a year-over-year increase in gross receipts tax collections and presented budget-versus-actual figures. Commissioners approved multiple budget adjustments including R25108, a lodgers-tax report for Q1, equipment reallocation, and funding for Sandpoint landfill study work.
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.
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.
Marple Newtown SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
In its Dec. 1 regular meeting the Marple Newtown School Board approved the 2026 calendar of meetings, reappointed Mark Serini as solicitor, and moved several committee recommendations (Budget & Finance, Curriculum, Human Resources & Policy).
SD U-46, School Boards, Illinois
The superintendent of School District U-46 thanked families for their support, urged parental involvement in homework and attendance, highlighted the district's Unite U46 facilities effort and strategic plan, and wished the community a safe holiday season while looking ahead to 2026.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Prince George's County Public Schools, School Boards, Maryland
The Prince George's County Board of Education voted to close its Dec. 1, 2025 business meeting under the Maryland Open Meetings Act to discuss district administrative updates, superintendent evaluation and tools, legal matters including SPIRE/Excel litigation, and personnel appointments and staffing.
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.
Kankakee City, Kankakee County, Illinois
ECDA told the committee Harbor House’s larger project has broken ground, but the city’s $2 million portion has not gone to bid pending state reviews and Davis‑Bacon/Section 3 wage and hiring notices; staff warned the award requires substantial administrative work not budgeted for as admin costs were prioritized for construction.
Eddy County, New Mexico
Commissioners voted unanimously to repeal a 2021 business-license ordinance and to adopt an updated cannabis ordinance that removes county business-license dependencies; staff said state licensing requirements still apply and no public comments were offered.
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.
Limestone County, Alabama
Chair placed routine consent items on the agenda: a 36-month copier lease at the archives (vendor name unclear in transcript), an agreement with SHI for cloud-based telephone service, a $55,000 budget revision, removal of a few inventory items, and a preapproval to close commission offices on Dec. 24 pending formal vote.
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.
Marple Newtown SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
At its Dec. 1 reorganization meeting the Marple Newtown School Board nominated and declared Dana Altobelli president pro tem and administered the oath of office to Nicholas Siano, who was later nominated for vice president.
Eddy County, New Mexico
Studio Southwest and county staff presented a 100% detention-center design and cost estimate; the commission authorized issuing an RFP with proposals due Jan. 12 and target intent-to-award at the Feb. 10 meeting. Architects described a 142,000 sq. ft. facility, modular cell options, and contractor bonding constraints.
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.
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.
Limestone County, Alabama
County engineer Mark Massey reported paving delays due to rain and cold, said the county received a new striping machine pending training, and presented two minor subdivision plats: Copperfield (one new lot) and Mullins Grove (five lots). He suggested possible MOUs to offer striping help to neighboring counties.
Kankakee City, Kankakee County, Illinois
ECDA reported 33 construction projects in progress and multiple program completions, and announced required informational sessions Dec. 2 and Dec. 4 and application deadlines (letter of intent due Dec. 19, full applications due Jan. 16). CAB public hearing is Feb. 4; CAB will recommend funding in March and city council will consider approval in April.
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.
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.
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.
Newark City Council, Newark, Licking County, Ohio
Committee members voted to go into executive session for an update on negotiations related to a union contract; no public details were provided on the substance of negotiations.
Houston County, Minnesota
The board adopted a new Houston County Policies and Procedures manual, authorized a UKG HR/payroll contract through the Minnesota Counties Computer Cooperative, and approved sponsor resolutions for LRIP/LRAP applications for the cities of Houston and Caledonia.
Wetumpka, Elmore County, Alabama
Councilors discussed replacing two Riverwalk bridges in Gold Star Park, weighing composite decking from the same contractor that built a prior overlook against higher-cost steel-frame options, and decided to carry the item to a future meeting for further pricing.
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.
Rangeley, Franklin County , Maine
Selectmen were briefed that a Phase I environmental site assessment (ESA) has been requested from vendors for 50 Pleasant Street; two estimates (Mainland and Saint Germain) were similar and a prior board authorization capped the ESA at $6,000. Eligibility for brownfields funding is being explored.
Fullerton School District, School Districts, California
This transcript is a student classroom recording (student testimonials about a teacher) and is not a civic or government meeting; no civic actions or public governance decisions are present.
Kankakee City, Kankakee County, Illinois
The Community Development Committee approved $174,084.09 in November draw vouchers, with roughly $83,000 going to lead abatement and housing rehabilitation contractors; one alderman noted an abstention on a specific line item for a potential conflict.
Connersville City, Fayette County, Indiana
Council approved Resolution 2025-93, committing a city match if awarded a $750,000 grant for water improvements on Connersville's north side; staff said most match would be an SRF loan (~$2.46M) plus $70,000 from the water-operating fund and emphasized lead-service replacements and public outreach requirements.
Rangeley, Franklin County , Maine
At its Dec. 1 meeting the Rangeley Board of Selectmen approved minutes from Nov. 24, appointed Keith Savage to the Capital Planning/Improvement Committee (CPIC), and authorized the town manager to sign a landowner-permission form for the Rangeley Lakes Snowmobile Club; vote tallies were not specified in the record.
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.
Brown County, Texas
The Commission announced an executive session to discuss personnel, stated it did not anticipate immediate formal action afterward, and was told a technical fault response team written report will be submitted to the Commission inbox.
Houston County, Minnesota
The Houston County EDA approved a six-year county property tax abatement for Snowpack Foods’ new cold storage facility in the Caledonia industrial park; presenters said the project will lease space to local businesses and is expected to add to the county tax base, with abatement starting for taxes payable in 2027.
Limestone County, Alabama
Commission moved to amend a law-enforcement staffing plan to correct a typographical grade assignment, approved hiring Albert Del Luna Jr. as a deputy sheriff effective Dec. 10 pending drug screening, and promoted John Russell to courthouse security sergeant effective immediately.
Human Rights Commission, Maine, Executive, Maine
At its Nov. 24 meeting the commission approved consent-agenda changes, accepted investigators’ findings in several hearings, found reasonable grounds in an age-discrimination claim and approved administrative agreements and an executive-session consultation with counsel.
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.
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.
Houston County, Minnesota
Dairyland Power Cooperative and Gridliance Heartland presented a proposed double-circuit transmission rebuild following the existing 161 kV corridor through southern Houston County, described the permitting timeline and easement process, and committed to further local open houses and parcel-level mapping in January.
Human Rights Commission, Maine, Executive, Maine
The commission found reasonable grounds to believe Eastern Events discriminated against Eric Leffler on the basis of age after the company’s succession planning and hiring of a younger manager led to his separation; the commission called for conciliation.
Newark City Council, Newark, Licking County, Ohio
At its Dec. 1 meeting the Newark City Council science committee approved a $2,000 appropriation for a donation from the VFW; budget balances were also reported.
Finance Committee, Ellsworth, Hancock, Maine
Finance staff (Nate) showed the committee how invoices move from department coding to weekly manager approval and then to warrant signatures, and confirmed scanned invoices and read‑only access can be made available to councilors for transparency.
Brown County, Texas
Brown County approved a multi-year cooperative agreement with the Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service to continue agricultural and community outreach programming; the board also discussed staffing for a vacant extension agent post and arranged signature and delivery of the signed agreement.
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.
McLennan County, Texas
Commissioners approved reimbursement requests tied to local economic‑development deals: $2,736,941.99 reimbursement to Waco Industrial Foundation (county share $1,368,470.99) for gas‑line work and a $4,535,726.01 reimbursement request to Graphic Packaging (county share $2,267,863) after agreed infrastructure improvements were completed.
Finance Committee, Ellsworth, Hancock, Maine
Committee members heard police leadership and employees explain staffing shortfalls and retention reasons for managers covering shifts; members asked HR to draft ordinance options including a 24‑hour public safety exemption and a sunset path to address budget and fairness concerns.
Connersville City, Fayette County, Indiana
Council approved Ordinance 7067 to apply $350,000 from the riverboat fund and about $75,000 from investment income to settle a multi-year EMS payroll dispute, after staff described changing insurer positions and the need to limit legal fees.
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.
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.
Human Rights Commission, Maine, Executive, Maine
Former Madawaska officer Dennis Piccard alleged retaliation after reporting a group-home use-of-force incident; after hearing extensive testimony and debate over witness credibility, a motion to find reasonable grounds tied and the commission reverted to the investigator’s no-reasonable-grounds recommendation.
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.
Wetumpka, Elmore County, Alabama
At its work session the Wetumpka City Council approved renewal of a two-year line of credit maturing 12/20/2027, ratified minutes from 11/17/2025, and approved immediate ordering of a senior center bus engine costing $7,695.40 after suspending the rules.
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.
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.
McLennan County, Texas
County IT presented a proposal to consolidate internet services onto a county-owned dark‑fiber ring, add redundancy and increase bandwidth; commissioners approved a five‑year contract and accepted the sheriff's offer to pay a one‑time $120,000 construction charge to extend fiber to the jail.
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.
Limestone County, Alabama
Following the death of Commissioner Daryl Samet, the commission added a resolution that would authorize the chairman to carry out necessary day-to-day actions for District 1 permitted by Alabama law; staff counsel explained the vacancy process under state law.
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.
Dublin City (Regular School District), School Districts, Ohio
A bid opening recorded six bids for a paving contract; amounts ranged from $554,495 to $748,941. The meeting record shows bid bonds were included for every submission; transcript spellings for several bidder names are inconsistent.
Human Rights Commission, Maine, Executive, Maine
The Maine Human Rights Commission voted to adopt investigators’ recommendations and found no reasonable grounds that the University of Southern Maine unlawfully discriminated against a former dispatcher on age, disability or whistleblower grounds after hearing testimony and reviewing investigators’ reports.
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.
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.
CORNWALL CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
The Cornwall Central School District board voted 6–1 to amend the 2025–26 general fund budget upward by $15,000 to record Project Lead The Way grant revenue and corresponding expense lines after a prolonged discussion about midyear budget amendments and accountability.
Connersville City, Fayette County, Indiana
The Common Council approved six short-form budget transfer resolutions and later approved a local-match commitment resolution tied to a potential $750,000 water grant. All motions passed by voice vote; specifics of amounts and funding sources were read into the record.
McLennan County, Texas
The court approved JRJ Enterprise LLC's Option 3 to remove existing asphalt and replace the Heart of Texas Fairgrounds parking lot with 8‑inch concrete, to be paid from venue funds; staff will return with a budget amendment and a map delineating venue property.
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.
CORNWALL CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
Director of guidance Joe DeBold told the Cornwall Central School District board the district’s comprehensive counseling plan — including DBT-based social-emotional lessons, a new mental-health clinician and expanded AP/dual-enrollment and career pathways — correlates with lower absenteeism and increased AP participation.
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.
Wetumpka, Elmore County, Alabama
The Wetumpka City Council approved Resolution 2025-12-1-1 to intervene in litigation over Alabama’s simplified sellers’ use tax, following staff advice that the statute eases online-sales tax collection and that losing it risks steady revenue the city already budgets for.
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.
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.
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.
Akron, Summit County, Ohio
Akron City Council approved a consent agenda (13-0) that included multiple borrowing and procurement ordinances and separately passed two ordinances by 12-1 votes: a temporary addition of three Summit County parcels to the Copley-Akron JEDD and an agreement with Summit County to board city prisoners.
McLennan County, Texas
The McLennan County Commissioners Court issued proclamations Dec. 2 recognizing Casey Phillips and Curtis Hafford for 31 years of service in juvenile probation and proclaimed Dec. 9, 2025, 'Tree of Angels Day' to honor victims of violent crime and their families.
Limestone County, Alabama
Limestone County Economic Development presented a request for sales and property tax abatements for North Alabama Laser Fab in Lester to support a roughly $1,000,000 laser cutter purchase; the company pledged to add eight jobs over three years to its current 22 employees.
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.
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.
Akron, Summit County, Ohio
Two public commenters urged the council to recognize a former officer and pressed for police reform, with one speaker citing statistics on arrests and use-of-force and suggesting grounds for a class-action suit under federal civil-rights law.
Madison County, Georgia
Madison County held a bid opening for the FY2026 OPS Systems Safety project. Garrett Paving’s bid is recorded in the transcript as $1,043,257.99; C W Matthews’ amount is not clearly rendered in the transcript. Staff said they will review bids and present a recommendation to the Board of Commissioners.
White Bear Lake School District Collection, School Boards, Minnesota
After presentations on fall activities, North Star Elementary and the Transition Education Center, an unidentified board member moved to adjourn; the motion was seconded by Ms. Beloyed and approved by voice vote.
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.
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.
Akron, Summit County, Ohio
Akron City Council swore in Fran Wilson and Bruce Bolden and conducted pinning ceremonies. Wilson introduced themself to the council, described civic priorities including equity and public safety, and announced Ward 1 meetings and resources.
Sacramento County, California
The board approved the consent calendar (items 1–14) by voice vote, recorded no public comment, and adopted cancellation of the December meeting; the next meeting was set for Jan. 15, 2026.
White Bear Lake School District Collection, School Boards, Minnesota
District staff described transition services for students with disabilities (Transition Plus, TAP, AWARE and Project Search), reported 7 paid and 22 unpaid work placements this year, and said Project Search has produced competitive employment for about 80% of graduates; staff proposed surveying district departments for routine tasks students could do at the district center.
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.
McDowell County Schools, School Districts, North Carolina
At its annual reorganizational meeting the McDowell County Board of Education elected Terry Frank chair and Abernathy vice chair, approved school improvement plans, granted several facilities and administrative approvals (Duke Energy easement, activity bus wrap) and amended the monthly closed-session timing; most recorded votes were unanimous.
Caddo Parish, Louisiana
The Caddo Parish Commission on a special session adopted its 2026 operating and capital budgets, approving a $2.5 million capital appropriation for the sheriff's office, adding targeted funding for marketing and feral hog mitigation, and rejecting a proposed $118,275 cut to the Metropolitan Planning Commission.
South Pasadena City, Los Angeles County, California
The City of South Pasadena is building two pocket parks on parcels acquired from Caltrans in 2017. City materials say council approved designs in 2021, the Berkshire Avenue site was named Dr. Beatriz Solis Memorial Park in 2023, construction began March 2025 and completion is expected in 2025.
Chelsea City, Suffolk County, Massachusetts
The council endorsed a $425,000 state park grant for KM Park and appropriated $825,000 total project funding, accepted multiple grants and donations (United Way $100,000, Mystic Valley $15,000, Carnegie $10,000) and approved an appropriation of $100,000 to the 1 Chelsea emergency fund.
White Bear Lake School District Collection, School Boards, Minnesota
Principal Dan Schmidt told the board North Star (≈500 students) uses studio-based multiage classrooms, embedded sensory spaces and Conscious Discipline; early cohorts showed reading gains (from ~38% at grade 3 to ~70%), and the school aims for 70% midyear literacy and 80% end-of-year targets.
Santaquin South , Juab County, Utah
The Santaquin Community Development Renewal Agency approved an extension to a land purchase agreement for a local business owner (identified as Alika) after the developer said an SBA loan and appraisal delays prevented closing; staff added 35 days and the CDRA approved the amended purchase agreement.
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.
Sacramento County, California
Executive Director Jason Campbell said a house purchased by 'Safeco' was used for a controlled burn training near Sankey Road involving Pleasant Grove fire academy cadets and UC Davis cadets — the first UC Davis participation in about 20 years.
McDowell County Schools, School Districts, North Carolina
Board approved $4 million‑scale GRAMA-funded improvements for West Middle/High athletic fields to raise the lower field out of the floodplain and address drainage; the board asked the architect to add an alternate studying relocation of the middle‑school softball field.
Santaquin South , Juab County, Utah
Council adopted an ordinance adding a water‑use element to Santaquin’s general plan to meet state requirements; staff said the plan, funded by a $20,000 grant, highlights outdoor‑watering as the largest build‑out shortfall, includes conservation measures (turf limits) and notes water‑rights adjudication likely years away.
Sacramento County, California
Executive Director Jason Campbell told the board a federal continuing resolution and a House appropriations measure leave open a path for Corps funding for the Natomas Basin project, possibly in fiscal 2026 or 2027; board member Mary Catherine recorded that an Item 4 land swap with the Natomas Habitat Basin Conservancy has been agreed and raised no concerns.
White Bear Lake School District Collection, School Boards, Minnesota
Activities director Brian Pellequin told the School Board that fall fairs, free student admission to home events and expanded outreach produced strong participation (1,100 student registrations so far) and community attendance at homecoming events; board members asked about tracking methods and academic impacts.
St. Joseph County, Indiana
After reports that a contractor began dewatering without a permit on a separate ranch project, the board approved a short-term discharge for a county park dewatering project — not to exceed five days and subject to submission of required paperwork and county engineer review and monitoring.
Chelsea City, Suffolk County, Massachusetts
The council voted 3–6 to reject an MBTA-requested one-foot curb/sidewalk extension and other bus-stop changes after councilors urged more study and resident consultation; item 11 was defeated in a roll-call vote.
Santaquin South , Juab County, Utah
Santaquin adopted a resolution to participate in the nationwide America250 commemoration and create a five‑member local advisory committee (three Community Services board members and two Historic Preservation Committee members); staff said the program may offer a modest funding award for local events.
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.
Clarksville, Montgomery County, Tennessee
The Clarksville Planning Commission recommended disapproval of a request to rezone a parcel at the north end of Kennedy Lane from C-4 to C-5 to allow a proposed nursery; staff cited inconsistency with the Future Land Use Map, limited frontage and FEMA floodplain constraints.
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.
McDowell County Schools, School Districts, North Carolina
Superintendent Dr. Tracy Grit told the school board the district received a $42,000,000 NCDPI capital grant to build a combined school consolidating Eastfield Global Magnet and Marion Elementary; architects presented a preliminary 105,000 sq ft plan and the district outlined next steps and community engagement.
Santaquin South , Juab County, Utah
Jan Gordon of Tabitha’s Way told the Santaquin City Council the pantry served 321 households (1,184 people) in July–September and 194 new households in October, described recent Thanksgiving and upcoming Christmas distributions, and asked council members and Spanish‑speaking volunteers to help with pickups and a Shop‑and‑Drop donation campaign.
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.
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."
St. Joseph County, Indiana
The board approved $44,000 in contractor payments and awarded several excavation projects — notably Grapevine laterals to Beaver Excavating and the Roger Ditch project to Beaver Excavating for $58,850 — after reviewing bids and discussing unusually low offers for some larger jobs.
Orland Park, Cook County, Illinois
Orland Park’s annual Christmas Parade and Festival drew more than 50 units, local performers and business floats, culminating in a tree lighting led by Mayor James Dodge, performances by the Carl Sandburg High School Chamber Singers and a debut fireworks-and-drone show.
Chelsea City, Suffolk County, Massachusetts
Dozens of residents, teachers and health providers described recent ICE detentions, school fear and health impacts; Councilor Jimenez moved the Luce Immigration Justice Network petition to a subcommittee for further review and cross‑agency discussion.
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.
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.
St. Joseph County, Indiana
The board approved a package of assessment adjustments and discussed when individual landowners must be notified and when public hearings are required; members noted a one-time increase rule (roughly up to 25%) and agreed to verify details before scheduling hearings.
St. Joseph County, Indiana
The St. Joseph County Drainage Board conditionally approved a 5-by-4, 76-foot box culvert crossing for the City of Mishawaka's Veterans Parkway extension, requiring county engineering hydraulic approval and later permits for utilities and state/federal reviews.
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.