What happened on Thursday, 04 December 2025
San Mateo County, California
San Mateo County Board of Supervisors President David Canniff said the county declared loneliness a public health crisis, cited national survey figures of about 50% reporting loneliness, described local programs including a "Loneliness to Light" series and peer counseling for older adults, and announced an October public event.
FOREST LAKE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Boards, Minnesota
The Forest Lake Public School District board voted to accept four additional finalists — bringing the total to five — to fill a vacant board seat and spent the meeting clarifying how the Dec. 4 selection will be handled, including whether informal rounds of support or formal motions will be used.
Judicial - Appeals Court Oral Arguments, Judicial, Massachusetts
At oral argument in impounded Case No. 231394 (JCS), attorneys and amici debated whether an adjudicated incapacitated or protected person retains the right to select and retain private counsel post-adjudication, and whether courts must appoint counsel at key stages to protect due process.
Delaware County, Indiana
At its Dec. 3, 2025 meeting the Delaware County Regional Wastewater District board accepted financial reports, approved multiple contract changes and equipment purchases including Delville Lift Station upgrades (about $62,083), introduced the 2026 salary ordinance and adopted the 2026 holiday schedule; several motions were approved by roll call.
Dolton, Cook County, Illinois
An unidentified meeting official opened the Village of Dolton meeting with holiday remarks, thanked residents and staff, and asked for a motion to move into executive session to discuss an employee matter and legal updates; no vote or further details were recorded in the transcript.
Blair County, Pennsylvania
After Coroner Ray Benton presented photos and described safety and sanitation problems with a storage vendor, commissioners accepted Clear Creek Company’s withdrawal and approved awarding short-term decedent storage to Force Delivery Services from Dec. 4, 2025, through June 10, 2026, while county-owned coolers are expedited.
Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board, State Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Kansas
Staff briefed the advisory committee on other states' approaches to AI in behavioral health (Illinois, Nevada, Utah); members raised concerns about insurer use of AI, disclosures, privacy and a cited court case involving AI-produced therapy interactions and patient harm; the committee asked staff to continue collecting materials and partner with stakeholders.
East Stroudsburg Area SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Staff described work to embed social-emotional learning (SEL) into curriculum writing rather than buying stand-alone programs, reported on walkthrough data showing classroom engagement, and summarized professional development and wellness-day activities for staff.
St. Louis City, School Districts, Missouri
The committee approved prior minutes, scheduled a board retreat for Dec. 16 (4:30–8:30 p.m.), will circulate brief board self-evaluation questions ahead of the retreat, and adjourned at 12:15 p.m.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
A 700-person community survey showed residents split on relocating or rebuilding the island's public nursing home; staff presented options that could cut $112M from the previous plan by eliminating a wing, but financing, operating overrides, and closure logistics left the board divided and the item continued for further public outreach.
Kenai, Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska
The council approved Resolution 2025-67 authorizing a $200,000 quitclaim deed with the Kenai Native Association to secure the Wildwood Drive right-of-way; staff said the acquisition is necessary so the state DOT can include Wildwood paving in a Spur Highway project next summer.
St. Louis City, School Districts, Missouri
The governance committee recommended the board adopt the MSBA model calendar policy to bring district policy into alignment with Missouri’s requirement of 169 school days; the committee’s motion to recommend adoption to the board in January passed.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
After a public hearing and extended public comment about home affordability and impending capital projects, the Select Board voted unanimously to retain the 25% residential tax exemption and a 1.7 shift for 2026 tax classification.
Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board, State Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Kansas
The committee recommended language changes to KAR 102-4-6a (practicum/internship and virtual supervision) and reviewed KAR 102-4-14 (physician consultation requirement) and KAR 102-4-16 (jurisdiction by client location); members raised questions about language from 1999–2000 on physician consultation and asked staff to revisit the statute and regulation before recommending changes.
St. Louis City, School Districts, Missouri
The governance committee reviewed results from an RFP for the district’s whistleblower hotline, noted a single proposal at $15,635/month vs. the current Wyndham Group fee of $500/month, and recommended continuing with Wyndham while re-evaluating in spring; staff said the current agreement runs through 06/30/2026.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
After an extensive debrief of a recent large production that collected roughly $139,541 in town fees and spent about $2 million on accommodations, the Select Board unanimously adopted an updated film, video, photography and drone permit policy to tighten insurance, notice, drone rules and timeline requirements.
Kenai, Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska
Kenaitse-run transit launched service serving Nikiski–Sterling via Kenai with one route initially, four Gillig buses and fares starting at $5; managers said funding includes two FTA grants and formula funding will sustain operations beyond the grants.
Middlesex County, New Jersey
At an arraignment, defense counsel entered a not-guilty plea for Michael Grab. The court ordered release on pretrial monitoring level 1 with conditions including monthly telephonic reporting and a prohibition on firearms; a pre-indictment conference is set for Jan. 20.
Town of Needham, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
At the Dec. 3 hearing the committee reviewed several small departmental requests: Commission on Disabilities requested a $1,500 boost to raise liaison stipend to $3,000, Historical Commission requested a flat $525 budget to cover notices, and Memorial Park Trustees requested a $250 increase for flag replacement and minor repairs.
Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board, State Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Kansas
Members reviewed draft survey reports for master’s-level psychology and clinical psychotherapy licensees and flagged recurring concerns about insurance reimbursement, recognition by payers, costs of supervision, EPPP requirements and a potential loss of practitioners to retirement; final reports will be posted on the BSRB website.
Salem Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
A committee member reported that 10 radon samples in the existing Salem High School averaged below EPA guideline levels. The committee plans to carry allowances for increased ventilation in the schematic-design budget and will evaluate a membrane option consistent with the net-zero strategy.
Town of Needham, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
Town of Needham engineers and consultants presented plans to replace a failing culvert and rebuild adjacent stream walls to address repeated flooding, describing a precast box culvert with roughly three times current capacity and an estimated cost of about $2.02 million; abutters pressed for wider vibration monitoring, clearer staging plans and details on tree removal and driveway access.
Kenai, Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska
HDR engineering told the Kenai City Council the bluff-stabilization berm built with the Army Corps and Western Marine Construction is complete (marked Oct. 11), placing roughly 62,500 cubic yards of rock across about 4,700 linear feet; engineers recommended monitoring and vegetation establishment as the primary next steps.
Salem Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
The Salem High School Building Committee reviewed schematic-design cost estimates and told residents the project is "on budget" as it prepares a Dec. 17 submission to the Massachusetts School Building Authority. The committee outlined a Dec. 11 review, January city filings and a May special election (debt exclusion) for voter approval.
Town of Needham, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
Town staff presented an early-stage update on the college school project and the educational program design—a grade 6 exploration, grade 7 foundational skills, and a grade 8 demonstration—while promising future briefings on construction, staffing and costs.
Hamilton County, Indiana
The council approved a slate of board and commission appointments and assigned council liaisons to boards and committees; members noted an open seat for the Arcadia economic development board and said the application portal will remain open.
US Department of State
At a State Department event, officials announced a framework signing with Kenya under an "America First" global health strategy, including a U.S. pledge of $1.6 billion over five years and a Kenyan pledge of $850 million; speakers also emphasized Kenya’s role in Haiti and sought broader international contributions.
Baton Rouge City, East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana
The city constable told council that the proposed FY2026 reductions would require additional layoffs despite frozen vacancies, argued constables are post‑certified law‑enforcement officers and asked the council to reconsider an 11% proposed workforce reduction for the office.
Hamilton County, Indiana
The Hamilton County Council on Dec. 3 approved dozens of budget transfers and additional appropriations — including an $11.9 million general obligation bond appropriation, a $1.75 million transfer to the regional utility district and $1.775 million in airport fund appropriations — and tabled Ordinance CC 12‑03‑2025.A for joint session review.
Lane County, Oregon
At a Dec. 3 Lane County work session, the sheriff presented options to address a persistent patrol shortfall — including adding about 64 deputies (roughly $22 million), a combined $55 million option with DA enhancements, or a $95 million full-system plan — and staff outlined polling, focus groups and a likely 2027 timeline for any voter referral.
Town of Needham, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
The committee approved an initial $50,000 reserve fund transfer to begin a tenant relocation assistance program tied to the Stephen Palmer Association; the program reimburses eligible relocation costs up to $10,000 per unit and Housing to Home will provide direct resident support.
United Nations, Federal
A United Nations victims' rights advocate called for a victim-centered approach to digital violence during the 16 Days of Activism, warning that images and messages spread globally and that survivors often face disbelief and jurisdictional barriers to accountability.
Kootenai County, Idaho
The board approved swapping a vacant civil attorney classification (an '84') with a higher‑funded criminal position ('85') to attract stronger candidates; commissioners discussed pay differences and hiring flexibility before voting unanimously.
Harlingen, Cameron County, Texas
The commission presented proclamations recognizing Sunshine Haven's anniversary and honoring Guadalupe 'Lupita' Armendariz for decades of STEM outreach and service; recipients spoke of partnership with the city and thanked commissioners.
Baton Rouge City, East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana
The Arts Council of Greater Baton Rouge said proposed FY2026 cuts to City‑Parish support would reduce staff and programs, jeopardizing school arts, public art maintenance and downtown events; the mayor and council questioned funding composition and suggested maintaining FY25 levels where possible.
Town of Southborough, Worcester County, Massachusetts
Members debated revolving‑fund spending limits, agreed to coordinate with the Select Board and Community Preservation Committee ahead of March town meeting, and discussed restarting the Audubon International program with possible CPA funds and a named contact to advance the project.
Erie County, Pennsylvania
The finance committee discussed several prospective reappointments to the Erie County Conservation District and whether reappointing individuals before terms expire is appropriate; members said the district uses a pre-vetting nominating process but some argued the incoming county executive should have the appointment opportunity.
Laguna Beach, Orange County, California
No substantive agenda items were discussed; meeting adjourned for lack of quorum.
East Stroudsburg Area SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Committee presenters asked board members to review the district’s online program-of-studies materials and recommended deferring formal approval until the January board meeting so members have time to ask questions; staff said the program would be ready for a January vote for the 2026–27 school year.
Town of Needham, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
The Needham Arts and Culture Council requested $26,350 for FY27 — a $7,000 increase in grant capacity and a $1,050 annually renewable maintenance line — saying demand has surged while ARPA support that previously helped capital projects has ended.
Cumberland County, Pennsylvania
Cumberland County commissioners voted to approve a TEFRA‑related certificate for a harvesting project and authorized a $510,000 NextGen farmer mortgage (25 years at 5.3%) enabling Justin and Darlene to buy a 68‑acre family farm; documents to be filed with county agencies and the Department of Agriculture.
Appropriations, Joint & Standing, Committees, Legislative, Wyoming
On Dec. 3 the Appropriations committee chair said a new four-year forecast shows about an $800,000,000 gap in education funding and the committee voted to enter an executive session to receive a homeland security briefing.
Kootenai County, Idaho
Prosecuting Attorney Stanley Mortensen won board approval to add one intern for spring 2026 and three additional summer interns for 2026, paid from existing salary savings and described as temporary roles to address understaffing.
East Stroudsburg Area SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
At its Dec. 4 meeting, the East Stroudsburg Area School District’s EPR committee discussed setting a formal purpose that centers on curriculum review, approval of instructional materials, data analysis of student progress and increased transparency via monthly updates and public access to materials.
Baton Rouge City, East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana
CJCC leaders told the Metropolitan Council that a proposed City‑Parish allocation of $125,000 for FY2026 — described in the proposed budget as a 54.4% reduction — would force layoffs of core staff and undermine programs that divert people from jail. The mayor’s office said it will review the proposal amid tight finances.
Baldwin-Whitehall SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Zion Lutheran Church presented a $4,000 benevolence gift to the Baldwin-Whitehall School District; the board also recognized Baldwin High School as a 2025 National Banner Unified Champion School and acknowledged staff who retrieved a student's insulin pump during off hours.
Walnut Creek City, Contra Costa County, California
Walnut Creek City held a ribbon-cutting to open newly completed synthetic turf fields at Heather Farms, crediting Measure O funding and highlighting safety, reduced water use and a recyclable turf choice. A representative of the Walnut Creek Soccer Club called the fields a “game changer.”
Harlingen, Cameron County, Texas
Multiple public commenters accused the mayor of interfering with airport hiring and oversight, said that two recent FAA investigations occurred within months and blamed political meddling for staff resignations; commissioners did not make a substantive on-record rebuttal during public comment.
Oakland County, Michigan
The Finance Committee approved acceptance of a Michigan DNR trust fund grant and county match to acquire Turtle Woods (71.17 acres) in Troy for $2.175 million, creating a new Oakland County Parks presence with modest trail upgrades and a small parking area.
Boulder, Boulder County, Colorado
During public participation the board heard two speakers who urged more proactive approaches to middle‑income housing in Boulder. Ed Byrne urged board problem‑solving for stalled projects, and Lynn Siegel criticized high‑density and TOD approaches in East Boulder.
Town of Southborough, Worcester County, Massachusetts
The Town of Southborough Golf Course Committee heard that a consultant is helping to write the next irrigation RFP after a site visit, reported the cart path and in‑house laser leveling are complete, and agreed to review sign language at the next meeting.
Baldwin-Whitehall SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Superintendent Hector Lutz told the board that the state budget package included substantial school-code changes affecting cyber charter funding and reporting, wellness-check requirements for cyber programs, mandatory K–3 reading screenings with parent notifications and intervention plans, expanded notification timelines for weapon incidents, and a future requirement that graduating seniors submit a FAFSA or opt‑out form.
Cathedral City, Riverside County, California
Planning staff proposed classifying the city’s 34 specific plans into four categories—retain, rescind, convert to citywide standards, or discuss further—and said rescissions would follow the same public‑hearing process used for adoption. Commissioners asked for public access to plans and noted Cal Poly collaboration for the Date Palm corridor.
Erie County, Pennsylvania
Members debated advancing a set of 2026 appointed-official salary ordinances on first read now, noting historical practice to set short-term pay for early January versus concerns about creating retroactive pay and pension implications; no final vote recorded.
Boulder, Boulder County, Colorado
The Planning Board recommended City Council rezone two East Boulder parcels at 5501 and 5505 Arapahoe Avenue to MU‑4 and approved a related form‑based code application for a five‑story, 300‑unit mixed‑use project, granting several exceptions and conditions (including requiring 12‑ft shop base ceilings and written findings for a streetscape plaza exception).
Town of Needham, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
Town of Needham DPW and consultants introduced a non-prescriptive Street Design Guide to standardize design practices across roughly 140 miles of streets, prioritizing safety, resilience, connectivity and equity, and invited public feedback ahead of a second forum and Select Board consideration.
Oakland County, Michigan
County approved a brownfield plan and 30-year TIF for The Springs At 5 (Commerce Township), a 284-unit development with 100 units reserved as workforce/attainable housing at up to 120% AMI for 10 years; TIF-eligible infrastructure/reimbursement estimated at $13 million and funded from state school tax capture.
Baldwin-Whitehall SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The district reported trade bids for the McAnulty Elementary renovation came in collectively under earlier estimates, confirmed limited asbestos in some floor tile/mastic but not chalkboard mastic, and the board voted to award contracts and a $49,800 balancing allowance to WAE.
Cumberland County, Pennsylvania
Jesse McCree, executive director of SCPA Works, told Cumberland County commissioners that the region faces limited job switching, slowing advertised wage growth and rapid skills disruption—citing research that up to 40% of workers' skills may change within six years and urging faster, employer‑driven upskilling.
Helena City, Lewis and Clark County, Montana
Parks staff presented a fund-by-fund financial overview: Civic Center expenditures spiked post-COVID due to rescheduled shows; the golf course shows improved revenue trends; pool operations face rising chlorine and energy costs (chlorine from $33,000 to $67,000 annually), and early solar returns show modest savings for golf and fleet.
Town of Southborough, Worcester County, Massachusetts
A resident read a letter and urged the Town of Southborough Golf Course Committee to document who will maintain and fund a proposed chain‑link fence, to clarify approvals and to show alternatives for material, color and gauge; a committee member volunteered to follow up.
Oakland County, Michigan
Committee moved forward with issuance steps for limited-tax general obligation bonds to fund county capital improvements, describing an $800M, 13-year CIP plan and a first draw of approximately $232M to address high-priority deferred maintenance across county facilities.
Baldwin-Whitehall SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The Baldwin-Whitehall School District board conducted its reorganization, administering oaths to four newly elected directors and electing Amanda Priano president, Pete Giglione first vice president and Karen Brown second vice president; motions and voice votes carried with no recorded opposing votes on the officer elections.
Helena City, Lewis and Clark County, Montana
Open-lands staff proposed establishing targeted trailhead parking closure hours (proposed 11 PM) with signage—not gates—to reduce late-night loitering, reported racing and property damage; staff said closures would be included in the park ordinance and returned for formal adoption, and residents urged stronger enforcement and accommodations for early users.
Erie County, Pennsylvania
A public commenter asked county council to preserve funding for local community programs and raised reservations about using Dominion in connection with a $497,755 election-integrity grant that was listed for first read; council members did not vote and the grant remains at first read.
US Department of State
An unidentified speaker criticized U.S. funding of American and international NGOs operating parallel health systems overseas, cited Kenya as having limited influence, and said "we're not going to spend billions" on the "NGO industrial complex," urging aid be routed through host-country systems.
Oakland County, Michigan
The Finance Committee approved "Solarize" (CREEP), a county partnership with Great Lakes Renewable Energy Association to hold up to eight community education events, budgeted at $20,000 to cover venues, refreshments and targeted advertising to promote residential and small-business solar adoption.
Helena City, Lewis and Clark County, Montana
A staff presentation proposed replacing the city-code default criminal penalty (often a $500 fine and up to six months' jail) with municipal infractions: up to $300 for a first offense and up to $500 for a second offense, while retaining criminal penalties for a limited set of serious violations.
Appropriations, Joint & Standing, Committees, Legislative, Wyoming
The Wyoming Board of Medicine told the Joint Appropriations Committee its 15‑year old licensing system is failing and asked for $710,000 (conversion overlap and ongoing contract costs) to move to a new vendor and avoid reverting to paper renewals; the board says special‑revenue funds from licensees will cover the work.
Harlingen, Cameron County, Texas
The commission approved transfer of irrigation easements from Harlingen Irrigation District No. 1 to the city after an executive session; residents at the meeting claimed documents contradicted and that an easement would improperly take private property, prompting legal review and a condition that acceptance be subject to legal counsel approval.
Oakland County, Michigan
The county approved cooperative purchase and appropriation changes to adopt OpenGov strategic sourcing and contract life-cycle modules to replace a fragmented manual procurement workflow and integrate with Workday, aiming for a six-month phased implementation.
Helena City, Lewis and Clark County, Montana
City staff presented a plan to formalize voluntary registration and quick safety reviews for nonprofits and faith-based groups that could host emergency shelter under United Way's HEPPS activation; staff said the system will be integrated into permitting and could include small funding support later to meet safety requirements.
Appropriations, Joint & Standing, Committees, Legislative, Wyoming
ANI and HRD asked the Joint Appropriations Committee to move state pay tables toward the 2024 market table to reduce recruiting gaps — HRD estimates an aggregate market lag around 8.7% and larger shortfalls for nurses and attorneys — and proposed a 6.3% EGI premium increase to begin replenishing benefit reserves.
Harlingen, Cameron County, Texas
The Harlingen City Commission approved two rezonings on first reading, an ordinance authorizing model homes, multiple vehicle procurements, park lighting and several board appointments; the commission also accepted conveyance of irrigation easements after executive-session review.
Oakland County, Michigan
The Finance Committee approved a series of routine and substantive items Dec. 3, including amendments to the 2025 tax apportionment, technology contract renewals and exceptions, the Solarize outreach program, capital improvement financing steps and several parks and land-acquisition grants.
Appropriations, Joint & Standing, Committees, Legislative, Wyoming
Department of Administration & Information officials told the Joint Appropriations Committee telework has reduced turnover and created lease‑consolidation opportunities, but also creates costs (custodial, trades, utility, stormwater fees) tied to recent property acquisitions including the DEQ building; staff cited telework rates and turnover trends.
Santa Barbara City, Santa Barbara County, California
The commission approved the Nov. 6 and Nov. 13, 2025 minutes and passed Planning Commission Resolution No. 10 25 for the Los Patos Underpass Removal Project. The Nov. 6 vote passed with Chair Wardlow abstaining; the Nov. 13 minutes were approved unanimously.
Regents, State Board of, Executive, Iowa
At its Dec. 3 meeting, the Iowa Board of Regents approved bylaws for a Center for Intellectual Freedom, designated Iowa State's Wendy Wintersteen president emerita effective Jan. 2, 2026, and elected Robert Kramer president and Kurt Jaden president pro tem; the board also recognized outgoing president Sherry Bates.
Torrington, Northwest Hills County, Connecticut
Staff told the Conservation Commission the Red Mountain Trail alignment shifted to the rail bed after Eversource easement terms proved unacceptable; a planning grant was submitted for a bridge over the Naugatuck, and the new routing requires updated Planning & Zoning approvals.
Santa Barbara City, Santa Barbara County, California
City staff proposed ordinance and guideline changes aimed at exempting minor single‑family alterations from public design review, raising administrative thresholds, and consolidating hearings; the commission took comments and provided feedback but took no action and expects to return in early January.
Appropriations, Joint & Standing, Committees, Legislative, Wyoming
State budget and ETS officials told the Joint Appropriations Committee the new TRP book consolidates agency IT replacement requests (about $8.29 million) and recommended a small statutory change to let the committee act on TRP items in chapter 17, while preserving required federal rules on direct costs and FAR reporting.
Regents, State Board of, Executive, Iowa
The Iowa Board of Regents directed its Investment and Finance Committee Dec. 3 to conduct a comprehensive review of potential new revenue streams and administrative efficiencies across the three regent universities, a step trustees compared to the 2014 TIER review.
Torrington, Northwest Hills County, Connecticut
After reviewing municipal examples and 2024 local hunting-registration numbers, Torrington commissioners concluded there is currently no strong impetus for a local bow‑hunting program and agreed to drop the item from the next agenda.
Corona City, Riverside County, California
At the special reorganization meeting the council elected Vice Mayor Jackie Casillas as mayor and later elected 'West Speak' as vice mayor; the clerk announced both were elected by majority voice votes, but the transcript does not include a roll-call tally or named mover/second for both motions.
Office of Elections, Executive , Hawaii
The commission received notice of a federal lawsuit filed after PIG complaints and voted to retain attorney‑client confidentiality on the AG’s advice; public commenters urged removal of Chief Elections Officer Scott Nago and criticized the chair for limiting testimony.
Kingsburg, Fresno City, Fresno County, California
Council adopted a mitigated negative declaration and affirmed the planning commission’s approval of a 44‑lot planned unit development by developer Joseph Crown; the project advances to final maps and improvement plan review.
Livonia, Wayne County, Michigan
On consent the council approved several operational purchases and contract extensions: five Stryker ambulance stretchers, two ZOLL cardiac monitors, a Brantley mowing contract extension ($87,276), water-main repair clamps (not to exceed $100,000/year), Aetna water meters (up to $1.5M), and a vehicle hoist replacement (~$31,646.75).
Office of Elections, Executive , Hawaii
After hours of public testimony on vote‑by‑mail and chain‑of‑custody gaps, the Hawaii Elections Commission voted Dec. 3 to ask the state auditor to audit the 2024 general election beginning with Hawaii (Big) Island and formed a permitted‑interaction group to work with county clerks on daily reporting and chain‑of‑custody procedures.
Corona City, Riverside County, California
Council members and speakers described a downtown plan centered on 6th and Main, including nine project areas, lane reductions and pedestrian-friendly redesign, center medians with landscaping, and a planned supermarket at one corner; start and completion dates were referenced but not itemized in the meeting.
Kingsburg, Fresno City, Fresno County, California
After extensive public comment on safety, outreach and water concerns, Kingsburg City Council declined to affirm a planning commission recommendation to award 88 housing unit allocations to San Joaquin Valley Homes; a phasing motion died for lack of a second.
Harney County, Oregon
Commissioners discussed county burdens for wildlife services, rising wolf‑livestock conflicts and options including special districts and NRCS partnerships; the Wolf Advisory Committee reported low application numbers and elected Michael Dellman chair.
Livonia, Wayne County, Michigan
Council approved an amendment to OHM Advisors' construction-engineering contract for traffic-signal modernization (Levana/5 Mile and Linden/Newburgh) for $133,413 and received details on a $660,436.39 low construction bid; presenters said 90% of construction costs are state-funded and the city pays 10%.
Corona City, Riverside County, California
A City of Corona traffic engineer explained how HAWK (High-Intensity Activated crosswalk) signals work and noted four installations on 6th Street and an additional unit at Main and 5th, saying the systems replace older in-pavement lights for improved visibility and reliability.
Lycoming County, Pennsylvania
A public commenter described a Nov. 28 recycling-building fire at the Lycoming County landfill, praised county equipment operators and mechanics for removing burning material and containing the blaze, reported nine employees evaluated for smoke inhalation, and urged the board to recognize the staff’s response.
Harney County, Oregon
The county unanimously adopted an updated Title VI civil‑rights/ADA plan for Harney Hub transit, approving complaint procedures, limited‑English proficiency analysis and committee makeup and directing staff to forward the adoption to the state.
Taft, Kern County, California
The Planning Commission voted 5-0 to approve a conditional use permit (CUP 2025-15) allowing accessory tobacco sales at a proposed convenience store at 431 Kern Street, conditioned on no exterior tobacco advertising, landscaping, painting and ongoing upkeep; staff noted the project did not meet a 500-foot separation from an existing tobacco retailer but found discretionary approval appropriate.
Lycoming County, Pennsylvania
A local vendor, Rogers Uniforms, told commissioners the solicitation for correctional-officer uniforms was vague and likely underestimates recurring costs such as fittings and shipping; commissioners thanked the speaker and said the bid opening does not equal an award and staff may remedy unclear line items.
Livonia, Wayne County, Michigan
Council approved a two-year renewal with Hygra Health to continue a clinician embedded with the Livonia Police Department; presenters reported 2,212 referrals in two years, 894 co-responses and an 80% drop in use-of-force incidents. The program uses opioid settlement funds, not general tax dollars.
Taft, Kern County, California
The commission voted 5-0 to recommend city council approval of zoning ordinance amendment 2025-16 and specific plan amendment 2025-17 to implement 23 programs from Taft’s adopted 6th-cycle housing element (2023–2031); staff cited CEQA Guideline 15061(b)(3).
Harney County, Oregon
Harney County Court arranged a special session the next day to sign a design‑build jail contract (reported at roughly $8,000,200), saying final county‑court approval is required to release funding to the contractor and allow preconstruction work to proceed.
Sterling Heights, Macomb County, Michigan
Speakers at a Sterling Heights dedication honored Pat Lehman, the city's first community relations director, highlighting her 1982–2005 tenure and crediting her with launching the city magazine, Sterling Heights TV, the first city website and local arts initiatives including Sterling Fest.
Lycoming County, Pennsylvania
The Salvation Army told commissioners its kettle campaign has raised $32,000 toward a $125,000 goal and that social-service applications total 485 so far; programs cited include kettles, adopt-a-family, Festival of Trees and distribution partnerships with Toys for Tots and Walmart.
Torrington, Northwest Hills County, Connecticut
Torrington commissioners reviewed volunteer-driven projects — owl boxes, purple martin habitat, and apple-tree plantings at Bowman Gardens and 5 Points — and agreed to pursue spring events, partnerships with the Northwest Conservation District and local stewards, and outreach to schools and Master Gardeners.
Taft, Kern County, California
The Taft Planning Commission voted 5-0 to approve a conditional use permit for a miniature golf course at 419–421 Kern Street (CUP 2024-07) with landscaping and other conditions and denied a requested parking variance (application 2025-3); staff found the project exempt from CEQA.
Harney County, Oregon
Harney County Court reviewed a proposal to seek AOC/OJD task‑force funding for a roughly 500‑sq‑ft front addition to improve ADA access and courthouse security, with estimated cost about $1.75 million and construction not likely before 2027–28 if funded.
Livonia, Wayne County, Michigan
Council placed a denying motion on the Local Officers Compensation Commission recommendation — requiring a two-thirds vote — on the Dec. 17 regular meeting agenda after members and residents questioned timing, benefits and priorities. The LOCC recommended 3.5% the first year and 4.5% the second year.
Torrington, Northwest Hills County, Connecticut
The Torrington Conservation Commission voted to provide a favorable report to Planning & Zoning on a proposed conservation easement at 660 Toringford Street after reviewing wetland delineation, easement boundaries and subdivision open-space requirements.
Lycoming County, Pennsylvania
The county commissioners voted to ratify large invoice batches, approve multiple contracts and personnel actions, and authorize IT and public-safety renewals; motions passed by voice vote with no roll-call tallies given in the transcript.
Baldwin Park City, Los Angeles County, California
At a Dec. 3 special meeting, city staff and the Inland Valley Humane Society told Baldwin Park's council that switching animal-control services from Los Angeles County to the nonprofit could cut costs and preserve service levels; staff will return a draft agreement for the Dec. 17 meeting after giving the county six months' notice.
Harney County, Oregon
The county court on Dec. 3 unanimously approved Resolution 2025‑33 to appropriate an unanticipated $150,000 grant to fund a behavioral health deflection program intended to divert eligible individuals into community‑based treatment and support services.
New Canaan, Fairfield, Connecticut
The parking manager told the commission that Elm Street and South Avenue moved to paid parking, kiosks intermittently froze during transactions, two payment apps are live and a third is coming, and staff recommended adding enforcement capacity and producing ticketing reports to evaluate the rollout.
Lockport, Will County, Illinois
City presented Ordinance 25017 adopting the FY2026 budget and Resolution 25018 establishing this year’s levy; council members who spoke indicated prior review and moved both items to roll‑call approval for placement on the agenda.
Pike County, Pennsylvania
Penn State Extension shared discounted online course promotions and a 2026 United Way partnership; a Monroe County mosquito control coordinator briefed the commission on rising West Nile virus risk and prevention steps for residents.
Kane County, Illinois
The executive committee advanced a resolution to add an employee performance‑evaluation policy requiring annual evaluations for county employees under board jurisdiction. Members debated whether a single committee‑designated reviewer (as written) should be one person or two; the committee substituted a new Exhibit A and approved the policy language as amended.
EAST MEADOW UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
A PTA-led Unity Day mural by Art Honor Society students was presented and student-athlete achievements across Clark and East Meadow High Schools were recognized; a student theater representative also promoted upcoming performances.
Wheeling, Cook County, Illinois
The commission recommended approval of entertainment and assembly special uses and a minor site-plan for Red Bottle Restaurant at 401 E. Dundee Road, with conditions requiring entertainment be conducted indoors, amplified sound limits, a business-license check of hours, removal of a broken light post prior to operation and installation of a second light post by June 1, 2026.
Lockport, Will County, Illinois
City staff and broker Marsh McLennan recommended Obsidian Insurance Holdings for property/liability/cyber and retained IPRF for workers’ compensation; combined premium change was reported as about a 5.5% increase overall and staff asked council to place two resolutions on the next agenda for approval.
Pike County, Pennsylvania
The commission approved the agenda and multiple routine items, including general fund payments totaling $349,575.52, a $6,862 gypsy moth fund payment, award of certain surplus bids, and the appointment of Jay Morrow to the conservation district board.
Kane County, Illinois
County staff told the executive committee that signed HUD CDBG and HOME agreements for Kane County’s 2025 program year represent about $2 million to support affordable‑housing projects; the committee reviewed recommended projects and asked how funds were allocated between nonprofit and for‑profit developers.
EAST MEADOW UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
The district will post a revised districtwide school safety plan that includes a requirement under Dacia's Law to measure sudden cardiac arrest instances; there was no board vote tonight and the plan will return for reapproval after a 30-day public review period.
Pike County, Pennsylvania
Commissioners announced a $75,000 allocation from the Act 137 (recording of documents) fund for housing support, highlighted Habitat for Humanity’s 38th house and discussed persistent local housing shortages tied to sewer infrastructure and seasonal workforce needs.
Wheeling, Cook County, Illinois
The commission recommended approval of a special use for a three-court indoor pickleball facility at 851 Seaton Court, contingent on a parking plan, corrected striping by May 1, 2026, and an initial prohibition on tournaments; the item moves to the Village Board Dec. 15.
Lockport, Will County, Illinois
City staff presented a proposed 633‑unit Serenity Landing planned development and rezoning for a long‑stalled 183‑acre site; council voted to move the ordinances and final plans to action at the next meeting after two hours of public comment raising concerns about school impacts, traffic and effects on nearby equestrian uses.
Kane County, Illinois
The Kane County Executive Committee approved multiple administration resolutions Dec. 3 authorizing contract extensions for building HVAC services, state‑contract IT hardware and software purchases, a GIS license agreement, and the purchase of a tandem-axle truck for transportation (approx. $846,159). An amendment authorizing the board chair to sign natural‑gas brokering documents after legal review also passed.
EAST MEADOW UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
The board approved revisions to Policy 5500 (student records) to strengthen student data privacy protections and held a first reading of Policy 5313.3 (student suspensions) with changes focused on the appeals process; the suspensions policy returns for a second reading on Jan. 7.
Pike County, Pennsylvania
County officials said a little-used, historically listed bridge will be closed to vehicles and pursued for Transportation Alternatives Program funding for pedestrian refurbishment, while higher-traffic bridges remain priority for limited TIP dollars.
Wheeling, Cook County, Illinois
The Wheeling Plan Commission voted unanimously among members present to recommend a special-use permit for Ottoman Club, a boxing and fitness instruction facility at 638 S. Wheeling Road, subject to conditions including one on-site employee at all times, indoor-only activities, and required sign permitting.
Perris, Riverside County, California
The Perris Planning Commission voted 5‑0 to recommend the city council certify the project EIR and approve entitlements for the Perris Gateway Commercial Center, while requiring changes: reduce drive‑through pads, prohibit a secondary corner fuel station, add landscaping and a trellis cover, and require planning‑commission review for any hotel or medical‑office proposals.
Portland, Multnomah County, Oregon
The council reappointed Catherine McLeod to the Fire & Police Disability & Retirement board, prompting questions from councilors and public testimony about FPDR transparency and potential reforms to reduce long‑term taxpayer costs.
EAST MEADOW UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
External auditors reported the district overspent its 2024-25 budget by roughly $1.47 million (about 0.5% of the budget), largely in instructional and transportation codes, but revenue outperformed expectations by about $6 million, leaving the district's unassigned fund balance at 3.3% ($8.95 million).
York County, Pennsylvania
The Board of Commissioners approved items 1–28 on Dec. 3 by voice vote, including the easement donation; the subsequent Salary Board approved Nov. 19 minutes and routine position, salary and benefits listings by voice vote and adjourned.
Carmel, Hamilton County, Indiana
City planning staff presented the US 31 Sub Area Plan as guidance (not a zoning change). Residents urged clearer protections for neighborhoods, questioned parking and infrastructure impacts, and asked for better public access to maps and documents; the committee invited continued input and a follow-up meeting.
Lake Forest City, Orange County, California
The commission approved the consent calendar by voice vote; Vice Chair Lancaster was absent. The consent items were not discussed on the record at this meeting.
Eugene , Lane County, Oregon
The committee approved minutes from May 28 by voice vote, elected Commissioner Kanofsky as chair and Shavon Kinsale as vice chair by voice/hand votes, and staff announced supplemental budget materials will be posted Dec. 5 ahead of a Dec. 8 City Council public hearing.
Bend, Deschutes County, Oregon
The Bend Urban Renewal Agency authorized a $161,000 promissory note from the agency to the city to secure multiuse-path construction in Juniper Ridge and adopted a CIP amendment that rolls funding forward and adds about $20,000 for Coulee/Talus Road paving.
Portland, Multnomah County, Oregon
In the city administrator’s final monthly report, councilors sought clarity about discovered funds in the Portland Housing Bureau and asked for more timely budget variance reporting. Councilors emphasized the need for transparent information flows between the administration and council.
Forsyth County, North Carolina
The board approved routine but material items including a $1.1 million airport construction contract (6–1), turnout gear purchase ($369,492), vehicle purchases, a budget amendment of $107,956, a utility easement for EV charging, and honored retiring MIS director Gary Kuntz.
Lake Forest City, Orange County, California
A long‑time resident said Tamarisk Park has fewer than two dozen parking spaces and that overlapping permitted and nonpermitted programs can dominate the park; staff said they will follow up and suggested residents use the city's service request system to report issues.
Eugene , Lane County, Oregon
Staff told the Eugene Budget Committee that lower assessed value growth and collection assumptions reduce property tax revenue by $4.3 million over six years and that a combination of an $8 million PERS lump‑sum contribution (with a $2 million state match) and one‑time allocations would help protect reserves and buy down future pension costs.
Bend, Deschutes County, Oregon
The council approved second reading and adopted an ordinance annexing 10.66 acres in the Northeast Butler Market Village UGB expansion area; roll-call vote recorded one abstention (Councilor Riley) and all other members voting yes.
Forsyth County, North Carolina
The board voted 6–1 to adopt a resolution opposing federal and state proposals to increase permissible truck weight and length, with commissioners citing federal preemption risks and concerns about jackknifing and road safety.
Lake Forest City, Orange County, California
Acting communications staff recapped the inaugural Veterans Park Brick Program unveiled Nov. 10: city received 47 applications and more than 90 honorees and family attended; bricks are installed around the military memorial tree and new applications are being accepted.
York County, Pennsylvania
The York County Board of Commissioners approved a consent agenda Dec. 3 that includes a novel easement donation allowing landowners to preserve previously reserved building lots and thereby protect an entire 132-acre farm; staff said the landowner covered appraisal and legal costs and that county program rules were amended and state-reviewed to permit this option.
Bend, Deschutes County, Oregon
Staff presented a revised statutory development agreement for two subdivisions adjacent to Bachelors View Road, noting it removes a timing provision added in July; council approved first reading of an emergency ordinance to adopt the agreement without the added sentence.
Forsyth County, North Carolina
After extended debate and public comment, the county commission voted 5–2 to adopt a 2026 meeting schedule that adds one monthly evening meeting. Commissioners and residents debated predictability, public access, rezonings and decorum.
Lake Forest City, Orange County, California
Designers showed a concept to reconfigure Kavanaugh Park—relocating the playground, restoring a half basketball court, adding distributed fitness areas and removing a berm that would increase usable park area from about 20% to 75%. Staff said the berm removal is estimated at roughly $1,000,000 and the project would require a city council CIP amendment.
Judicial - Appeals Court Oral Arguments, Judicial, Massachusetts
Appellant argued the jury instructions and verdict form in a cigarette/93A case were deficient and that a directional 'stop here' omission forced the jury to resolve a statutory claim on the wrong basis; Philip Morris defended the instructions and argued several causes of action rise or fall together. The court recessed and took the case under advisement.
Bend, Deschutes County, Oregon
After an executive-session review, Bend City Council approved a 5% salary increase for City Manager Eric King and authorized an option to purchase up to three additional weeks of vacation. Council described King's overall performance rating as 4.5 out of 5.
Forsyth County, North Carolina
Commissioner Don Martin was confirmed as chair of the Forsyth County Board of Commissioners by a 6–1 vote Dec. 4, 2025. One commissioner dissented, citing concerns about long‑term vision and collegial behavior.
Menifee City, Riverside County, California
At its regular meeting the council presented Menifee Teen Awards, swore in Yolanda Tanner to the Veterans and Military Families Committee, heard public comments about Thanksgiving meal distribution and a Chamber event, set the Menifee tree lighting date and continued a fire-related item to Feb. 18, 2026.
Judicial - Appeals Court Oral Arguments, Judicial, Massachusetts
Father appealed a termination‑of‑parental‑rights decree, arguing termination was unnecessary given a reunification plan and that the judge overly relied on his litigiousness; the Department and children's counsel urged affirmance, pointing to long‑standing findings of domestic violence, mental‑health issues and the children's fear. The court took the matter under advisement.
Menifee City, Riverside County, California
The Menifee City Council denied an appeal from SAFER and approved the Menifee 27 residential development (tentative tract map 39115; plot plan PLN 24-0254), accepting staff's CEQA exemption analysis and adding a condition to require pedestrian access to the adjacent commercial plaza; vote was 4-0.
Bend, Deschutes County, Oregon
Dozens of residents and stakeholders urged Bend City Council either to adopt a strong climate impact fee to accelerate electrification or to pause fee decisions pending local cost and resiliency analysis. Comments highlighted health risks from gas appliances, housing affordability concerns and calls for pilot studies.
Judicial - Appeals Court Oral Arguments, Judicial, Massachusetts
In paired appeals challenging car stops, arrests and search warrants, the Commonwealth argued officers had probable cause once drugs were found in a buyer's car; defense counsel said association with people who had drugs did not establish probable cause to arrest or to search defendants' apartments. The court took the cases under advisement.
Thurston County, Washington
On Dec. 3 the Thurston County Board of County Commissioners heard oral argument in an appeal of a hearing examiner's approval of Mountain Stone Aggregate's permit to expand the Johnson Creek quarry. Appellants said the approved 228-acre permit boundary could vest authority that allows future expansion absent a conversion-permit review; the applicant said conditions and state reclamation rules prevent that outcome. The board will issue a written decision by Dec. 9, 2025.
Office of Elections, Executive , Hawaii
A permitted interaction group (PIG) report read to the Elections Commission found no credible evidence of a large Big Island ballot discrepancy, but public testimony and some commissioners pushed for daily envelope counts, chain‑of‑custody clarity and outside review; several motions failed and the commission agreed to place a PIG formation on the next agenda and to seek an Attorney General opinion on a HAVA complaint.
Judicial - Appeals Court Oral Arguments, Judicial, Massachusetts
Appellant argued that a testifying DNA expert who did not observe early lab steps relied improperly on a non‑testifying analyst’s work, violating the Sixth Amendment confrontation clause; the Commonwealth countered that eyewitness and other forensic evidence made any error harmless. The court took the case under advisement.
Orland Park, Cook County, Illinois
The Orland Park Village Board adopted a balanced FY2026 budget with no new taxes, approved annexations along Wolf Road, authorized eminent domain steps for blighted sites, awarded a Tinley Creek stabilization contract backed by a $3.7 million grant, and approved redevelopment and intergovernmental agreements.
Public Utilities Commission, Governor's Boards and Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Colorado
At a Dec. 3 technical conference, the Public Utilities Commission heard Xcel Energy say its updated GMAC tariff reflects the company’s latest forecast; commissioners pressed the company to incorporate previously decided caps on noncapacity investments and to clarify tariff language and several line-item changes driven by newer data vintages.
Judicial - Appeals Court Oral Arguments, Judicial, Massachusetts
Appellate counsel argued a series of MCAD filings and a January 2014 resubmission establish that harassment and retaliation claims were timely or that equitable estoppel applies; the county counsel countered with waiver and summary‑judgment record arguments and raised Rule 403 concerns about extraneous materials.
Public Utilities Regulatory Authority, Departments and Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Connecticut
Multiple public commenters at prior hearings raised water-quality complaints (hard water, residue); PURA and OCC questioned the company about treatment chemicals, well hardness, and PFAS testing and ordered supplements (Late Files 49, 50, 52) and a customer-service outline (Late File 52).
Judicial - Appeals Court Oral Arguments, Judicial, Massachusetts
Appellant counsel argued the revised Static‑99R risk‑category labels and a 20‑year extrapolated risk rate are prejudicial and not probative in a sexually dangerous person proceeding; the Commonwealth said the record included metrics and instructions and that any error would be harmless given expert testimony and case strength.
Portland, Multnomah County, Oregon
Following extensive public testimony urging a human‑rights screen to bar city investments tied to human-rights abuses, council approved an amendment asking the administration and interested council offices to develop options for an ethical investment policy. The amendment passed 8–3; the investment policy was adopted as amended.
Public Utilities Regulatory Authority, Departments and Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Connecticut
PURA and OCC asked Hazardville for a spreadsheet of the top 15% residential users (calendar years 2022–2024) and a hypothetical inclining-block-rate model for those customers; company said billing software can implement tiers quickly but thresholds must be dialed in.
Judicial - Appeals Court Oral Arguments, Judicial, Massachusetts
Counsel for Levon Pires urged the Appeals Court to suppress evidence because a single‑officer pursuit and attendant comments, the defense said, amounted to a seizure; the Commonwealth argued the short, casual pursuit did not meet the legal standard for seizure and that prior‑shooting evidence was admitted for a limited contextual purpose.
Portland, Multnomah County, Oregon
Council approved an emergency ordinance to transfer Selwood Community House to Friends of Selwood Community House for $1 and a recorded deed restriction requiring perpetual public benefit. Supporters said the nonprofit raised more than $2 million to renovate and maintain the site; some councilors expressed concern about precedent and equitable access to similar opportunities.
Judicial - Appeals Court Oral Arguments, Judicial, Massachusetts
Appellant counsel argued the trial judge erred by allowing a peremptory strike the defense says masked gender bias and that jurors learned prejudicial extraneous information, while the Commonwealth defended the judge’s factual findings and juror colloquies; the panel submitted the case after questioning both sides.
Public Utilities Regulatory Authority, Departments and Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Connecticut
Hazardville Water proposed large meter-service and usage-rate increases (meter charges 54–68%, usage ~69%) that staff said must be shown with current surcharges; PURA ordered exhibit updates and several late-file supplements to clarify revenue allocation and bill impacts.
Portland, Multnomah County, Oregon
The City Council adopted an ordinance to add a detention‑facility impact fee (code chapter 5.8) to recover public costs tied to detention uses; supporters said it would internalize costs such as policing and environmental monitoring, while opponents warned of administrative burdens and unintended consequences. The ordinance passed 9–2.
Corona City, Riverside County, California
Jordan Campbell, owner of Winners Circle Athletics, told council the business was shut down under a Group E occupancy interpretation despite passing a fire inspection; he asked the city for a clear standard and staff engagement to resolve a case open since 2021 that affects hundreds of youth participants.
Lewisville, Denton County, Texas
The commission recommended approval of a Planned Development overlay (Case 24-12-3) to allow townhomes on a 0.6158-acre infill site at S. Cowan and Hickory, accepting reductions from Unified Development Code standards on alley width and screening in exchange for retaining existing trees; staff recommended approval and two written oppositions were noted.
General Government Operations and Appropriations , Legislative, Guam
Lawmakers voted to place vetoed bill 119‑38 COR into the third‑reading file as part of an effort to override a governor's veto; the measure would restore legislative oversight of exceptional term contracts and long‑term land leases that senators said the previous law removed.
Goodyear, Maricopa County, Arizona
Highlights: commissioners excused an absence, approved consent items, recommended the Celebration Plaza PAD amendment to City Council (Jan. 26), recommended the Rio 1900 PAD and minor general plan amendment to Council (Dec. 15), and forwarded zoning ordinance text amendments to Council (Dec. 15); the commission also recognized Vice Chair Maria Sambito.
Laguna Beach, Orange County, California
The Laguna Beach Planning Commission adjourned its Dec. 3 meeting shortly after it began because it lacked the quorum required under the Brown Act. The meeting was rescheduled for Friday, Dec. 5 at 9:30 a.m. in the council chambers; the planned remote location will not be available.
Grants Pass City, Josephine County, Oregon
Council authorized purchase of 207 SW Oak Street for $97,000 to support a planned realignment tied to a railroad crossing relocation, voted to defer comprehensive fee-schedule adjustments to a future workshop, and confirmed multiple advisory-board appointments by roll call.
Lewisville, Denton County, Texas
The Lewisville Planning and Zoning Commission approved a 16-foot landscape buffer in place of the 20-foot I-35 overlay requirement for redevelopment of a vacant restaurant site at 2290 S. Simmons Freeway, allowing a one-way drive in front of the building; staff recommended approval.
General Government Operations and Appropriations , Legislative, Guam
Lawmakers moved bill 173‑38 COR to third reading to renew a 20‑year lease for Lot 2288‑111, preserving a veterans gathering site maintained by the Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 668; supporters stressed the group's long stewardship and urged timely action to avoid a lapse when the current lease expires in 2025.
Oxnard City, Ventura County, California
Parade committee presented banner design and logistics for the holiday parade and Tamale Festival booth, reported early commitments (about 21 participants with 11 in cars and roughly 10 walkers from Rose Park), and requested more walkers and staging coordination around 9th and A Street.
Planning Commission, Johnson County, Kansas
On Dec. 4, 2025, the board recessed into five executive sessions to consult legal counsel about a potential conflict of interest, pending litigation involving the Department of Technology and Innovation, personnel matters and an attorney general opinion; each motion carried on recorded roll calls and the board reported no public action.
Corona City, Riverside County, California
Council approved the consent calendar and a set of administrative items, including the successor‑agency budget and resolutions on surplus land and the position library; introductory ordinances for a downtown entertainment zone and park conduct revisions were also introduced and advanced on first readings.
Goodyear, Maricopa County, Arizona
Commissioners voted to forward zoning ordinance amendments to City Council to implement recent state legislation enabling middle housing, permit ADUs near Phoenix Goodyear Airport (excluding military airports), and require objective design standards; Council will consider the item Dec. 15.
General Government Operations and Appropriations , Legislative, Guam
Lawmakers placed resolution 83‑38 LS into the third‑reading file to endorse the UN 2025 International Year of Cooperatives and to coordinate government support for limited cooperative associations (Public Law 37‑147) through outreach, training, and interagency action.
Oxnard City, Ventura County, California
City planning staff and Gruen Associates introduced the South Oxnard Connect specific plan to guide transit‑oriented development in a study area bounded by Saviours Road, Waimea Road, J Street and Van Ness; staff solicited feedback with an email deadline of Dec. 16 and a community design meeting on Jan. 28.
United Nations, Federal
The UN announced Matthew Hollingsworth as a senior WFP appointment and said longtime UN headquarters chief of security Mick Brown is retiring after decades of service; the briefing described Hollingsworth's humanitarian experience and Brown's security leadership at headquarters.
General Government Operations and Appropriations , Legislative, Guam
Lawmakers advanced bill 199‑38 COR to create a lifetime teaching certificate for educators with 25 or more years of service; the chamber adopted a floor amendment expanding eligibility for recently retired teachers from five to 10 years and moved the measure to third reading with safeguards for professional development and revocation for misconduct.
Grants Pass City, Josephine County, Oregon
City staff said Grants Pass had $548,853 available for CDBG activities (including carryover) and reported $414,010 spent in program year 2024 on housing rehab, public facilities, public services and administration; council voted to acknowledge and accept the CAPER.
Goodyear, Maricopa County, Arizona
The commission forwarded recommendations to City Council to rezone King Ranch PAD to Rio 1900 PAD and to approve a minor general plan amendment converting 31 acres to neighborhoods; staff and the applicant emphasized a 1,900 acre‑foot annual water allocation and multi‑decade buildout with significant open space and civic site commitments.
Norwalk City, Fairfield, Connecticut
Norwalk staff told the committee the city was awarded $800,000 from the Connecticut Department of Transportation to continue Phase 1 Wall Street corridor pedestrian, lighting and streetscape improvements; a public meeting will be organized and construction will extend the improvements to East Avenue.
Oxnard City, Ventura County, California
The INCO neighborhood council opened its meeting, confirmed a quorum, approved the Nov. 5, 2025 minutes by motion, and heard public comments about holiday events and community concerns.
Atherton Town, San Mateo County, California
Committee discussed planned Jennings Pavilion AV/acoustics upgrades (which temporarily paused a $6,000 chandelier install), growing event revenue, and concerns about art damage, cleaning and monitoring. Members urged contract language on cleanup, deposits and insurance and recommended clarifying what activities are allowed in indoor venues.
Corona City, Riverside County, California
Staff presented the city’s 2026 legislative platform and financial priorities, adding language to oppose procedural CEQA changes and politically driven divestment; Mayor Casillas and Vice Mayor Speak volunteered as the city’s legislative delegates.
Goodyear, Maricopa County, Arizona
The Planning and Zoning Commission voted to recommend approval of the Celebration Plaza PAD amendment as written (staff Option 1), which reduces medical‑office parking standards and retains the current one stand‑alone drive‑thru limit; the recommendation goes to City Council on Jan. 26.
United Nations, Federal
The UN briefed on an ambush in the Central African Republic that displaced roughly 1,000 people, catastrophic floods and landslides across South and Southeast Asia that affected nearly 11 million people, and post-storm needs in the Caribbean where a $74 million appeal for Cuba is about 20% funded.
Atherton Town, San Mateo County, California
A subcommittee reported contractor outreach on converting tennis to pickleball courts; a contractor estimated about $100,000 to build two concrete courts (asphalt ~25% less) and a six‑week timeline, and committee members agreed to a site walk‑through and further cost/ funding checks.
Town of Southborough, Worcester County, Massachusetts
The Community Preservation Committee discussed project signage and bond accounting, noted a downtown wayfinding grant may cover some signs, approved past meeting minutes by roll call and scheduled the next meeting for Dec. 18 at 7 p.m.
Grants Pass City, Josephine County, Oregon
Council approved first reading of an ordinance to vacate multiple platted lot lines and consolidate a downtown block for a new library branch but did not achieve unanimous consent for an immediate second reading; councilors raised questions about potential business displacement and tax impacts.
Norwalk City, Fairfield, Connecticut
The committee authorized a $175,000 amendment to the NYCON Corporation agreement to ensure emergency traffic‑signal services and equipment coverage over a three‑year contract (with a two‑year extension option).
Atherton Town, San Mateo County, California
The Atherton Parks & Recreation Committee voted to recommend favoring a more aggressive, revenue‑driven event manager for Jennings Pavilion and asked for 1–2 committee volunteers to review finalists and attend a tasting. Committee members emphasized balancing resident access with revenue and event oversight.
FOREST LAKE PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Boards, Minnesota
Forest Lake Area Schools held a special meeting Dec. 3 to interview applicants for an open board seat. Seven candidates described priorities including student achievement, safety, educator input and restoring community trust; board agreed to recess and meet in subcommittees to select finalists.
Town of Southborough, Worcester County, Massachusetts
The committee was informed the Select Board approved $5,000 to fund engineering for the Rural Cemetery Water Tower project; the CPC expects a final cost estimate in roughly 30 days and may extend its warrant drafting timeline to accommodate the updated figure.
United Nations, Federal
UN briefers said partners have distributed winter items, bedding and food parcels to hundreds of thousands in Gaza but warned that impediments — limited crossings, customs and registration requirements — are restricting the full scale-up of aid.
Office of Elections, Executive , Hawaii
After hours of public testimony on mail‑in voting and chain‑of‑custody gaps, the Hawaii Elections Commission voted to ask the state auditor to audit the 2024 general election (to begin with Hawai‘i island) and created a permitted interaction group to work with county clerks on daily reports and chain‑of‑custody documentation.
Clatsop County, Oregon
At a Clatsop County work session, Health Promotion Supervisor Lisa Schuyler told the board the Human Services Advisory Council conducted open recruitment and recommended Nicholas Bowling to fill a vacancy in Commissioner District 3 on the nine‑member council.
Town of Southborough, Worcester County, Massachusetts
Residents urged the Community Preservation Committee to preserve green space and raised safety, parking and reservoir‑proximity concerns about a proposed splash pad, dog park and trail at Harold E. Fay Memorial Field; the CPC deferred its formal recommendation until a Dec. 18 meeting when recreation staff will present final numbers and answers.
Norwalk City, Fairfield, Connecticut
The committee authorized a $2,495 increase to ARC Document Solutions to add GIS customization and a public access module that will support linking historic tax cards and scanned records to the forthcoming permit platform.
Escambia County, Florida
The Escambia County Contractor Competency Board found Jeff Myers in violation during a disciplinary hearing on Dec. 3, 2025, placed him on probation tied to an open permit (with permitting privileges suspended during probation) and directed that a 12‑month suspension will begin when probation ends; the board also referred the matter to the Construction Industry Licensing Board.
Clatsop County, Oregon
County Surveyor Vance Swenson asked the board to approve raising the county's public land corner preservation fee from $10 to $30 so the program can hire a full‑time survey technician; the board was told the change will be presented at a public hearing on Jan. 14 and requires ordinance amendments.
Las Vegas , Clark County, Nevada
The Las Vegas Senior Citizens Advisory Board approved Nov. 6 minutes, heard ward reports about Medicare/Medicaid scams, older-driver safety programs and upcoming holiday events, and received a national fraud hotline number for reporting suspicious billing.
Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
In a special meeting the committee approved a $20,000,000 temporary loan from the Housing Impact Trust Fund for HHH-related projects; the action passed 4–0.
Middletown City Council, Middletown, Butler County, Ohio
After purchasing the property in June, the owner of 1805 Church Avenue asked the board to confirm whether a prior nonconforming use may continue; staff said the BZA must determine whether continued use would create hazards and that variance criteria do not apply to continuity review.
Cuyahoga County, Ohio
The committee approved awarding a $5,364,470 contract to Trumbull Construction (RBT Roofing) for a roof replacement at the Cuyahoga County Medical Examiner building; staff said the award was below the engineer's estimate after a redesign and rebid following an earlier no-bid.
Las Vegas , Clark County, Nevada
Shauna Brennan, Nevada advocacy rights attorney, told the Las Vegas Senior Citizens Advisory Board on Dec. 4 that her office will provide technical legal assistance, intervene in abuse and guardianship cases, and help implement AB 461 by compiling a statewide long-term care resource database with a report due to the Legislature Feb. 1.
United Nations, Federal
A UN spokesperson warned that civilians in South Kordofan are trapped amid escalating violence, with humanitarian teams reporting famine conditions in Kadugli, roadblocks to deliveries and urgent need for protected access for aid workers and civilians.
Middletown City Council, Middletown, Butler County, Ohio
A property owner told Middletown officials he believed a used-car operation was already permitted and is asking for a use variance after staff found no local certificate of zoning compliance; staff noted code standards that typically bar automotive sales in R‑4 districts.
Oregon City, Clackamas County, Oregon
On unanimous vote, the commission adopted Ordinance 25-10-16 amending municipal code to create section 9.36 establishing a downtown civil exclusion zone with procedures and penalties; staff incorporated an amended verbiage into Exhibit A.
Grand Rapids City, Kent County, Michigan
The Economic Development Corporation approved a $30,000 contribution to Construction Allies in Action, which officials said helps minority- and women-owned subcontractors access bonding, prime-contractor relationships and contract navigation supports.
Norwalk City, Fairfield, Connecticut
The Economic and Community Development Committee authorized the mayor to execute a contract with Mainstar for up to $500,000 to implement a new online permitting and licensing system. Staff said the system will be rolled out in stages with core permits live within six months and most functionality in 10–12 months.
Escambia County, Florida
At its Dec. 3, 2025 meeting the Escambia County Contractor Competency Board approved several contractor license applications and a business name change, clearing applicants to sit exams or to receive reciprocal credentials after staff verification and board votes.
Eaton County, Michigan
The Planning Commission approved multiple conditional‑use permits and change‑of‑conditions applications for construction contractors, agricultural businesses and surface mines; staff emphasized compliance with zoning sections (notably Articles 14.25 and 14.29) and interagency permits such as MDOT and EGLE where applicable.
Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
Staff warned that recent federal changes to competitive homeless assistance could put many renewals at risk; the committee approved the Insight Safe emergency account report after modifying it to remove a recommendation that would have authorized transfers to the mayor’s office.
Grand Rapids City, Kent County, Michigan
Grand Rapids' land bank adopted new land-banking and disposition policies and a formal 5/50 tax-waiver policy to allow limited waiver of the first five years of the 50% tax capture when paired with Brownfield/TIF incentives; board asked staff to add clearer eligibility 'but‑for' criteria and monitoring provisions.
Corona City, Riverside County, California
After public criticism about lack of outreach, Mayor Casillas asked staff to begin stakeholder engagement on 6th Street revitalization immediately and remove amortization from early discussions; council members generally supported convening businesses and chamber partners before returning with options.
Cuyahoga County, Ohio
The committee amended the Lee Road reconstruction limits to extend one block (about 340 feet) into Cleveland to allow a waterline connection; staff said the change does not alter the project cost and was accepted by NOACA and ODOT.
Eaton County, Michigan
After neighbors raised dust, silt and drainage concerns, the Eaton County Planning Commission approved a final conditional‑use permit for a surface‑mine at 8645 Kelly Highway with added conditions including a berm, wheel‑wash facilities and township‑specified lime‑haul hours.
Norwalk City, Fairfield, Connecticut
Staff updated the committee on HVAC and construction progress at several Norwalk schools (Brookside, Rowayton, Brian McMahon, Silvermine, Naramec and Norwalk High) and discussed a preliminary rooftop solar feasibility review in which staff said the State DAS reimbursement (potentially 60%) could make on‑site solar financially viable; staff will return with financial modeling.
Grand Rapids City, Kent County, Michigan
The Grand Rapids Brownfield Redevelopment Authority voted to approve the 125 Ottawa Northwest adaptive-reuse plan and five emerging developer grant awards covering predevelopment work for projects across the city, directing staff to proceed with development agreements and further planning engagement.
Oregon City, Clackamas County, Oregon
The commission approved a one-time 5% merit payment for the municipal court judge, citing improvements to the court and grant work; the payment is a one-time calculation off annual salary and does not raise the judge’s base salary.
Grants Pass City, Josephine County, Oregon
The council voted to amend the city's transitional-housing standard to permit intermodal shipping containers (Connex boxes) as an allowable unit type, fulfilling a contingency in a grant to Elk Island Trading Company. The change drew heated debate and multiple public-safety questions about insulation, fire separation and unit size.
Laredo, Webb County, Texas
Staff summarized November activity including a Monterrey media blitz and tree-lighting event, influencer visits, new boutique-trail tools and operational plans for the Paisano caravan (a Dec. 16 caravan that drew more than 4,000 vehicles last year); a press conference is set for Dec. 9.
Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
The committee approved Charles Stringer’s appointment to the Los Angeles Affordable Services Authority after a short introduction and questions about his community engagement and environmental experience; vote was 4–0.
United Nations, Federal
On his final day, Giles Julie, identified in the briefing as the United Nations’ global advocate for persons with disabilities in conflict and peacebuilding, said he had “failed” to secure institutional change and shared three frontline cases from Gaza, Chad and Ukraine to illustrate gaps in protection and assistance.
Sedgwick County, Kansas
Checklist-style audit identifying transcription inconsistencies, clarifications made, and remaining risks; articles revised to correct or flag these items.
Corona City, Riverside County, California
Volunteer program coordinator Madeline Black told council the city centralized recruitment, hired a part‑time support position, referred 1,175 volunteers this year and recorded roughly 28,500 volunteer hours valued at about $991,500; staff highlighted upcoming 2026 events and partnerships.
Laredo, Webb County, Texas
Staff told the Convention and Visitors Bureau advisory committee there were 430 short-term rental listings (377 Airbnb, 53 VRBO) between Oct. 25 and Nov. 25; members discussed how short-term rentals and long government contracts affect hotel inventory, tax collections and event capacity.
Norwalk City, Fairfield, Connecticut
The committee reviewed bids and unanimously referred authorization for the mayor to execute a contract with Hertz Furniture Systems LLC — not to exceed $460,000 plus $46,000 in change orders — for locker replacements at Nathan Hale Middle School and Ponus Ridge STEAM Academy.
Cuyahoga County, Ohio
The county committee approved Resolution 20250328 enabling MetroHealth to participate in group purchasing organizations for 2026; MetroHealth said its 2022 five-year agreement runs through 2028 and estimated share-back fees exceed $2,000,000.
Sedgwick County, Kansas
At its Dec. 3 meeting the Sedgwick County Commission approved prior meeting minutes, adopted the Local Emergency Operations Plan, approved Board of Bids & Contracts recommendations (including an Axon agreement), approved consent items, and recessed into executive session on a legal matter; roll-call votes were unanimous.
Laredo, Webb County, Texas
The Convention and Visitors Bureau advisory committee voted to install Las Italo Lopez as chair and Jorge Luis Quijano as vice chair after a brief discussion noting prior service by other members.
Corona City, Riverside County, California
After extended public comment from mobile‑home residents and advocacy groups, Corona City Council voted to approve Item 6.2, a mobile‑home‑park rent‑stabilization measure that includes a 3% rent‑increase cap and a 51% resident vote requirement for resale changes; council approved the item by voice vote.
Norwalk City, Fairfield, Connecticut
After a public hearing with multiple library volunteers and officials testifying in support, the Land Use and Building Management Committee voted unanimously to forward a proposal to name the Norwalk Public Library’s History Room for longtime volunteer Ralph Blum to the full Common Council. The file notes the action will require a council supermajority under city code.
Oregon City, Clackamas County, Oregon
After multiple public commenters described recent ICE enforcement incidents in Clackamas County, the Oregon City Commission voted to direct staff to prepare a draft resolution addressing those enforcement impacts and outline a timeline for further discussion; commissioners declined to declare an emergency now.
Sedgwick County, Kansas
Sedgwick County approved the Board of Bids & Contracts’ recommendations, including a $3,077,954.40, 10-year agreement with Axon Enterprise for digital evidence management software for the district attorney and a short-term medical bill review contract with CorVel Corporation.
Flagstaff City, Coconino County, Arizona
Director Sarah Dhar told the Flagstaff Housing Authority board that HUD front-loaded funds during the recent shutdown, staff documented submission attempts during federal-system outages, several staff changes are underway, Housing has been elevated to a city division, and the RAD redevelopment project is advancing toward consultant selection and a January council item.
Prescott City, Yavapai County, Arizona
Members identified down-payment assistance as a practical program to pursue while the consultant finishes the housing plan; staff said HR would likely manage the program and Councilman Patrick Grady is expected to attend the committee's January meeting.
Middleton, Canyon County, Idaho
The council approved a blanket waiver of fees for recurring community events in 2026 — adding the Middleton School District to the list for the homecoming parade — and nominated and confirmed several members to the Fourth of July parade advisory committee.
United Nations, Federal
At a Tashkent summit on Nov. 16, Central Asian heads of state adopted a joint statement and several documents, including an address to U.N. member states endorsing Kyrgyzstan�s candidacy for a non-permanent seat on the U.N. Security Council for 2027�2028.
Flagstaff City, Coconino County, Arizona
The Flagstaff Housing Authority board approved a policy to prioritize current Emergency Housing Voucher participants for conversion to standard Section 8 vouchers if EHV funding ends, adopted wording updates required by the Violence Against Women Act, and accepted a HUD operating fund allocation of $553,000.
Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
The committee approved a consent bundle (items 3,4,5,7,10,11,12,13) and added an amendment for item 9 (authorize DGS lease with The BARE Truth for an interim site at 2316 E Imperial Highway for up to one year); during a special meeting the committee approved a lease for 1901–1905 N Highland and authorized a temporary $20 million Housing Impact Trust Fund loan for Proposition HHH projects.
Erie City SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
At its Dec. 3 reorganization meeting the Erie City School District board swore in newly elected directors and elected Dr. Brennaman as president and Angie Amatangelo as vice president. Superintendent Dr. Gibbs outlined strategic-planning sessions and urged community participation.
Vigo County, Indiana
The commission approved several minor and county rezoning requests, recommended a county redevelopment allocation area amendment to support about 50 single‑family homes, and passed multiple subdivision approvals with standard conditions (health department or engineering sign‑offs).
Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
The committee voted to confirm Charlie (Charles) Stringer, a public‑ and private‑sector attorney and impact‑investment professional, to a seat on the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority commission by a 4–0 vote (one member absent).
Lacey, Thurston County, Washington
The board adopted the updated rental policies and deposits, approved its 2025 accomplishments and 2026 work plan, adopted the 2026 meeting calendar (no January meeting; joint session moved to Feb. 24), and approved the department’s proposed 2026 budget.
Middleton, Canyon County, Idaho
The council authorized previously approved on-call task orders for pedestrian improvements at the Willis Road crossing by Middleton High School and the Willis-Hartley intersection, not to exceed $25,250, funded by reallocating professional services in the street budget.
Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
The City Administrative Officer presented a Homeless Emergency Account status report and requested authority to transfer HEA funds at the mayor’s direction. Following extended questioning about oversight and contract authority, the committee voted to approve the report with Recommendation 1 (mayoral-directed CAO transfers) struck.
Lacey, Thurston County, Washington
The board approved the department’s proposed 2026 budget (presented as $5,125,070.47) after staff corrected a line‑item typo and discussed priorities including senior center roof work, unpaid maintenance staff requests and multi‑million dollar estimates for the RACK improvements project.
Vigo County, Indiana
The planning commission voted to recommend rezoning two parcels at 2340 and 2350 North 24th Street from single‑family to M‑1 (light industrial) to permit automobile storage/tow yard use, with staff conditions including site plan approval and potential variance review.
Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
LAHSA staff told a city committee that HUD’s FY2025 Continuum of Care NOFO, released Nov. 13, vastly narrows the share of projects automatically protected from competition — shifting tens of millions of dollars and placing many permanent-housing renewals at risk of losing federal support.
Lacey, Thurston County, Washington
The Lacey Parks, Culture and Recreation Board approved updates to rental policies for the Lacey Community Center and Jacob Smith House, increasing the weekend damage deposit to $500, removing obsolete beverage‑service language and directing staff to refine insurance‑requirement criteria.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
A Worcester Polytechnic Institute student team presented preliminary findings on converting underused second‑ and third‑story downtown spaces to year‑round housing, finding high second‑story utilization, limited unfinished third‑story stock and cost, code and historic‑preservation constraints as major barriers.
Middleton, Canyon County, Idaho
The Middleton City Council unanimously approved the final plat for Willowwood Estates Phase 1, a roughly 11‑acre R‑3 subdivision containing 30 single‑family lots and five common lots; city staff and the city engineer recommended approval after questions about storm retention and a future street connection were answered.
Maryland Department of Education, School Boards, Maryland
MSDE detailed the newly registered Maryland teacher apprenticeship: MSDE will act as sponsor, apprentices will be LEA employees (ages 16+ eligible), IHE partners must maximize credit for on-the-job learning, and the program is registered with Maryland Labor to access new funding streams.
Sedgwick County, Kansas
The Sedgwick County Commission unanimously adopted an updated Local Emergency Operations Plan (LEOP) that trims the county's operations framework and adds incident-scaling guidance; the adoption followed staff remarks about intergovernmental coordination and recovery challenges.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
Rachel Freeman, executive director of the Nantucket Land Bank, told the Trust the Land Bank is a publicly funded county entity (funded by a transfer fee) with ~3,500 acres and staff capacity; she outlined possible collaborations including conservation restrictions, transfer‑fee administration and subsidized reuse or relocation of existing housing to support year‑round housing.
Maryland Department of Education, School Boards, Maryland
The Maryland State Department of Education detailed a multi-pronged teacher-recruitment effort: a public educator-workforce dashboard, a Board of Public Works-approved sole-source contract with Teach.org, a $1 million relocation incentive (about $800,000 encumbered) and a $19.4 million Grow Your Own grant program to fund local grow-your-own pipelines.
Vigo County, Indiana
The Vigo County Area Planning Commission voted to forward 'no recommendation' on a petition to rezone a lot at North 14th and a Half Street from single-family (R-1) to two-family (R-2) after local residents and a city council member said a duplex would damage neighborhood character and raise traffic concerns.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
Staff presented a draft Good Landlord property tax‑exemption design under the 2023 state law, recommending a $1,000/$1,500 tiered exemption by rental square footage, an occupant income cap at 120% AMI paired with an 80% AMI rent limit, and a 60‑exemption administrative cap as a pilot; board members requested flexibility and pilot language ahead of the select board warrant.
Carbon County, Pennsylvania
The Salary Board voted to abolish a voter registration specialist trainee position and to change the rate for a voter registration specialist to $14.56/hour (grade 2 step b), both effective Dec. 8, 2025.
Davidson County, North Carolina
County leadership honored employees who reached service milestones ranging from 5 to 40 years and announced two upcoming retirements; plaques and refreshments were provided following recognition.
Middleton, Canyon County, Idaho
The city attorney told the council the 2023 agreement and statute of frauds leave the city little choice but to convey a 20‑acre parcel to the urban renewal agency at the previously set price; the mayor said she will sign but expressed frustration at the low per‑acre price.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
Placemate presented a three‑phase Rooted Renters rental‑preservation consulting project: survey results showed high landlord interest (over 100 responses, 48 complete), a median annual subsidy request near $6,000, and staff proposed pilot guardrails including year‑round occupancy and prioritization by affordability.
Carbon County, Pennsylvania
Commissioners criticized state lawmakers for embedding a 911 surcharge in the budget, said Carbon County receives 'over $2,000,000' from the fee, discussed interoperability and high equipment costs, and reviewed plans for an $8 million tax anticipation note to manage cash flow.
Davidson County, North Carolina
At the annual organizational meeting, commissioners nominated and voted to appoint Karen Watford as chair and Cherry Yates as vice chair, approved required annual official bonds, adopted the agenda and took other routine actions by unanimous voice votes.
Middleton, Canyon County, Idaho
Treasurer Miss Miles told the City Council that unaudited FY2025 revenues were $29.27 million versus a $28.04 million budget and that many planned expenditures were delayed into 2026, leaving substantial uncommitted fund balances to consider for future projects.
Prescott City, Yavapai County, Arizona
Prescott City committee postponed a scheduled council study session after a contracted consultant failed to deliver the housing plan; staff said a supplemental financial analysis will be circulated to council by email and members urged quicker delivery to address staff turnover costs.
Carbon County, Pennsylvania
County accepted a termination letter from Prime Care Medical for jail health services, citing failures including not providing an LPN for the MAT program; officials said they will issue a request for proposals to secure replacement providers for comprehensive medical and MAT services.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The Affordable Housing Trust voted to authorize $550,000 to continue the Lease to Locals owner‑incentive program after a Placemate update showing 44 properties enrolled, roughly 100 people housed and strong renewal rates; board members discussed marketing and budget implications.
Sioux Falls School District 49-5, School Districts, South Dakota
Christine, the VP of finance, presented a preliminary fiscal snapshot showing roughly $11.2 million in revenues to date and discussed timing lags for state and federal funds; administrators also reported the governor recommended $6 million for the Abner Center and $4.3 million system equipment funding.
Carbon County, Pennsylvania
Carbon County commissioners opened bids for the Whole Home Repair program but tabled all bids for two weeks after staff and commissioners identified mismarked submissions and scope/contract-number confusion; planning and development will review ahead of a Dec. 18 return.
San Clemente City, Orange County, California
Staff briefed the Planning Commission on a consultant-led update to the city's inclusionary housing program and in-lieu fee; the Orange County Council of Governments is funding a consultant, deliverables are targeted for June 30, 2026, and staff will return recommendations on percentage requirements and fee calculations for commission and council review.
Franklin County, Washington
After a recent double-fatal crash on a stretch of Highway 395, Franklin County commissioners said they will convene a stakeholder meeting with legislators, local officials and experts to discuss designating an 'accident zone' and other safety measures.
El Segundo City, Los Angeles County, California
Council approved a four‑year memorandum of understanding with the Police Officers Association and a side‑letter increasing standby pay for AFSCME members; the police MOU carries an estimated $5.3 million fiscal impact over the term and the standby pay change costs roughly $30,000 per year.
Sioux Falls School District 49-5, School Districts, South Dakota
Jennifer Keyes described Southeast Tech's adult education and literacy program (GED prep, adult basic education, ESL), partnerships with Department of Labor and St. Francis House, and a student success story; the board acknowledged and approved the update.
Franklin County, Washington
Franklin County commissioners approved Resolution 2025-363, granting an access deviation for a three-lot short subdivision accessed via a private easement after planning staff said it meets fire and life-safety requirements; commissioners checked for ex parte contacts and financial conflicts before voting.
El Segundo City, Los Angeles County, California
Council approved ordinances adopting the 2025 California Building Standards and 2025 California Fire Code (with local amendments and companion resolutions), after a second‑reading public hearing with no public speakers and confirmation of proper notice.
Sioux Falls School District 49-5, School Districts, South Dakota
Dr. Angela Landin told the board the eight‑week CHW certificate at Southeast Technical College trains students to bridge health and social services, highlighted Medicaid reimbursement progress and recommended piloting CHWs in at‑risk schools; the board approved the report.
Franklin County, Washington
Administrator read a formal one-year notice that Franklin County intends to withdraw from its liability risk pool after a 55% premium hike (about $700,000), saying the increase has forced severe budget adjustments and staff attrition as the county explores alternative insurance options.
El Segundo City, Los Angeles County, California
After weeks of resident complaints and a lengthy public comment period, the El Segundo City Council directed staff to limit vending to five busy nights, begin barricades at 5 p.m. on opening and peak nights, escort residents to their homes, and ask residents to turn off displays at 10 p.m.; staff will monitor outcomes and report back.
Elgin, Cook County, Illinois
Following a zoning text amendment to authorize transitional housing in industrial districts, the council approved Wayside Cross Ministries’ conditional-use request to convert a largely vacant 42,000-square-foot building at 890 N. State St. into a transitional housing facility serving up to 126 people with supportive services.
Franklin County, Washington
The Washington State Auditor's office told Franklin County commissioners Dec. 3 that its 2024 accountability audit found compliance in reviewed areas but recommended stronger monitoring of contracts after identifying approximately $48,000 billed above contract amounts and missing supporting time records.
Clark County, Washington
After executive session the council voted to direct its C TRAN board representatives to support a 4-3-2 composition (4 Vancouver, 3 Clark County, 2 small cities) and to exempt small cities from paying O&M for light rail; the motion passed by voice (3 yes, 1 no, 1 abstention).
Elgin, Cook County, Illinois
City staff told council they plan to borrow $15 million through Illinois EPA public water supply loan programs in 2026 — including a roughly $2.5 million principal-forgiveness loan — to accelerate lead service line replacement and coordinate those replacements with roadway resurfacing.
CLARK COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, Nevada
District staff summarized the November special session: AB 6 expands local authority over school-zone restrictions and doubles penalties in active zones and includes new limits on directory disclosures; SB 7 expands occupational lung-disease presumptions for first responders and could raise CCSD workers' compensation costs by an estimated $21$26 million annually, according to the CFO.
Clark County, Washington
County staff told council that new HUD rules limiting spending on permanent supportive housing to 30% of Continuum of Care funds could jeopardize about $2.1 million previously used for long-term supportive housing and cost Clark County roughly 50–56 permanent supportive housing beds.
Westminster, Orange County, California
City planning staff briefed the commission on multiple forthcoming projects — from a 68‑unit townhome proposal to an early submittal for 2,250 mixed‑use units with 228 affordable homes — and answered commissioners’ questions about mall demolition timelines, code enforcement and cell‑tower installations. No votes were taken.
Clark County, Washington
The council generally supported adding the Developmental Disabilities Advisory Board’s 2026 priorities — protecting Medicaid funding, raising provider rates, boosting accessible housing and developing aging services — but requested wording changes (e.g., replacing 'abolish' with training/guidance on restraint/seclusion practices).
Clinton County, Pennsylvania
On Dec. 4, 2025 the Clinton County Board of Commissioners approved a cooperative‑purchasing interlocal contract with the Houston‑Galveston Area Council, multiple service contracts, hires and promotions, a $56,707 fund transfer, and directed staff to issue an RFP for a tax revenue anticipation note with bids due Dec. 15.
Elgin, Cook County, Illinois
Council backed a resolution supporting a Cook County Class 6b commercial property tax incentive for 301 Ramona Ave to enable Vital RE LLC and affiliated Vital Truck and Van to relocate operations to Elgin; council emphasized job creation and redevelopment of vacant industrial property.
CLARK COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, Nevada
Trustees voted 5-1 to have trustee community engagement meetings recorded and posted to the district YouTube channel the next morning rather than rely on inconsistent livestreaming; the board tabled additional operational questions (microphones, interpretation, cadence) for later review.
San Clemente City, Orange County, California
Staff presented a draft geologic hazards report and related web portal intended as a technical resource to inform the Local Coastal Program implementation plan; public commenter Mark Maguire urged the city not to adopt policy before coupling the report to the implementation plan and highlighted practical challenges in determining bluff edges.
Clark County, Washington
After extended public comment, the council instructed staff to draft a revised, time-limited contract permitting FBI training at Camp Bonneville with conditions on cleanup and storage, while residents and advocates urged ending FBI use and renaming the site for conservationist Alan Thomas.
Ossipee Town, Carroll County, New Hampshire
At a regular budget committee meeting, Ossipee members approved the town and precinct operating budgets and multiple warrant articles, including $10,000 for a new food pantry, after extended discussion over auditing practices and a $40,000 correction to the town clerk record‑restoration line.
Elgin, Cook County, Illinois
At a Truth in Taxation hearing, staff said the city’s proposed total property-tax levy for 2025 is $65.6 million, a 13.2% increase over 2024; the hearing included one question about a sliding income scale and closed with no other public testimonies.
CLARK COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, Nevada
After debating alternatives (July 16, 23, 30), the board voted 4-2 to move the regular July 9, 2026 meeting to July 1, 2026, beginning at noon; trustees discussed staff training conflicts, meeting spacing and notice requirements before settling the date and time.
Lewisville, Denton County, Texas
At the Lewisville Zoning Board of Adjustment meeting the board approved prior minutes, heard and acted on two substantive items (rules adoption and a height variance), heard no public comment on the variance, and announced a 2035 plan visioning workshop at Independence Elementary.
Urbana, Champaign County, Illinois
The Historic Preservation Commission voted to designate First United Methodist Church (304 S. Ray St.) as a local historic landmark, approving a nomination citing architectural and civic significance (criteria a, c, e) with a roll‑call vote after proponents presented historical and community evidence.
Elgin, Cook County, Illinois
After a heated public and council debate about immigration enforcement and community safety, the City Council voted first to postpone and then unanimously directed corporate counsel to draft a welcoming-city ordinance that would include language access and other components for later review.
CLARK COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, Nevada
Trustees voted to approve CCSD's annual membership in the National School Boards Association'Council of Urban Boards of Education (CUBE) at a cost not to exceed $11,980 for FY26, after discussion of benefits (training, advocacy, conference access) and concerns about cost and past NSBA controversy.
Greene County, New York
Public-safety leaders reported November call volumes, authorized purchase of a variable message board with grant funds, and asked for a county briefing on battery energy storage systems after outside-company interest and discussion of local notification/moratorium options.
San Clemente City, Orange County, California
The San Clemente Planning Commission voted unanimously Dec. 3 to add the Kenny residence at 310 Encino Lane to the city's historic resources list, finding the 1929 duplex meets local Spanish Colonial Revival criteria and is CEQA-exempt.
Urbana, Champaign County, Illinois
Multiple Urbana residents urged the Historic Preservation Commission to support an honorary street‑naming program and to consider specific nominations for Janice Mitchell and Lawrence “LC” Owens, citing decades of community service and requests to bring the item to future agendas.
Fulton County, Georgia
Vice Chair Ellis proposed a policy restricting county External Affairs/DREAM staff participation to four town halls per commissioner per year and limiting such events to weekdays and county facilities. The measure drew intense debate over public access, staff workload, and campaign season concerns; commissioners accepted friendly edits and agreed to hold the item so staff can produce written language reflecting amendments.
Greene County, New York
Legislators approved contracts and grant applications including a psychiatry agreement, an EMS services contract and cultural-fund awards; members questioned a proposed $50,000 recurring increase to Community Action and asked that recipients make presentations to justify multi-year funding.
Baldwin Park City, Los Angeles County, California
City council adopted a policy implementing SB 707 requirements for remote or hybrid meetings, including two‑way access, warning and removal procedures for disruptive participants, and a protocol to pause and attempt restoration of remote access for up to one hour; the motion passed 4–0.
Appropriations, Joint & Standing, Committees, Legislative, Wyoming
Enterprise Technology Services told the Appropriations Committee it needs about $15.7 million in exception requests to replace aging security infrastructure, fund ADA website remediation, realign positions tied to a retiring mainframe, and expand centralized services such as citizen authentication and GIS data.
West Sacramento, Yolo County, California
Council considered two motions for mayor pro tem: a motion to appoint Councilmember Norma Alcala failed; the council then reappointed Mayor Pro Tem Solpizio Hall for another term by roll call. Public commenters urged appointment of Alcala and raised concerns about seniority and representation.
Veterans Affairs: House Committee, Standing Committees - House & Senate, Congressional Hearings Compilation
Representative Doggett and co‑sponsors urged passage of HR 4077 to let VA seek reimbursements from Medicare Advantage and Part D plans and close a perceived loophole; witnesses and committee members raised concerns about cost‑shifting to Medicare, front‑end data coordination, and administrative impacts.
Lewisville, Denton County, Texas
The Lewisville Zoning Board of Adjustment approved a variance to allow a 40‑foot height for a new house at 1124 Long Isle Lane after staff said the Enchanted Oaks neighborhood already contains homes that exceed the 35‑foot plan‑development maximum and staff recommended amending the plan development for the area.
Lakewood City, Jefferson County, Colorado
At the Dec. 3 meeting the Board of Adjustment elected Buckley as chair and Greg Lewinis as vice chair. The board declined to elect a secretary because the operative 2009 bylaws do not provide for that officer and approved Nov. 2, 2022 minutes "subject to the recording."
Baldwin Park City, Los Angeles County, California
Council adopted Ordinance 1523 on Dec. 3, 2025, extending an interim moratorium on new nonretail commercial cannabis businesses while staff prepares permanent regulations; vote was 4–0 after one public speaker voiced support.
Lewisville, Denton County, Texas
The Lewisville Zoning Board of Adjustment adopted a set of rules clarifying officer roles, quorum and voting thresholds, public‑comment limits and an annual reaffirmation requirement; staff recommended consistency in how the chair exercises discretion over time limits.
West Sacramento, Yolo County, California
Following a district‑led outreach effort and staff presentations on training and safeguards, the City Council approved a five‑year, cost‑shared Memorandum of Understanding to place a single school resource officer primarily at high school campuses; the MOU includes training, delineation of roles and plans for evaluation and backup coverage.
Fulton County, Georgia
The Board approved several contract renewals: ballot printing ($260,460), countywide audiovisual services (~$1.6M), communications/engagement services (~$407,875), Fulton County Behavioral Health Network renewals (~$15.86M), and the inmate medical services renewal (NaphCare) for ~$45.12M; several smaller facility maintenance contracts and service contracts were also approved.
Lakewood City, Jefferson County, Colorado
Board legal counsel and staff said the board has been operating under 2009 rules because a 2021 update was never formally adopted; staff and legal will circulate drafts and suggested redlines within about a month and aim to take a formal adoption vote at a later meeting, likely coordinated with the planning commission and sent to City Council for ratification.
Baldwin Park City, Los Angeles County, California
The Baldwin Park City Council voted 4–0 Dec. 3 to award RRM Design Group a contract not to exceed $65,000 to produce preapproved ADU construction plans (six conceptual designs, free to the public) intended to speed permitting and lower homeowner design costs.
Greene County, New York
Three residents credited Greene County's medication-assisted treatment program for sustained sobriety; county harm-reduction coordinator reported 93 active patients, new injectable medications used by 40% of participants, and ongoing follow-up for people leaving the program.
Oregon City, Clackamas County, Oregon
City parks staff told commissioners a 07/22/2025 dive and structural assessment found the John Storm Park dock in generally good condition for its original 60-foot, 40-ton design, estimated routine repairs at $20,000, and outlined higher-cost upgrades to host much larger vessels; commissioners agreed to proceed with maintenance and ask staff to pursue expanding commercial allocation to roughly 90 feet with the Oregon State Marine Board.
Appropriations, Joint & Standing, Committees, Legislative, Wyoming
The committee heard agency presentations and questioned staff but did not hold votes or adopt funding decisions during the session.
Town of Needham, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
Committee heard that geotechnical borings are scheduled over the winter break, that soil and site constraints will affect foundation and geothermal design (potentially 80–90 wells), and that proximity to the railroad (options 5D vs 5E) and 3‑ vs 4‑story massing are central design tradeoffs.
Veterans Affairs: House Committee, Standing Committees - House & Senate, Congressional Hearings Compilation
Witnesses and lawmakers broadly supported raising Dependency and Indemnity Compensation and Special Monthly Compensation for survivors and catastrophically disabled veterans, but Democrats warned the bill’s proposed offset—applying a VA home‑loan funding fee to some disabled veterans—would effectively tax the very veterans the measure aims to help.
West Sacramento, Yolo County, California
After a detailed workshop on four funding scenarios for water and sewer capital needs, the council directed staff to begin the Proposition 218 notification process using the EU Commission’s recommended scenario as the ceiling; staff presented projected 5‑year capital asks and customer bill impacts under each scenario.
Ways and Means: House Committee, Standing Committees - House & Senate, Congressional Hearings Compilation
Members and witnesses clashed over whether tax reforms or administration tariffs are the bigger driver of competitiveness. Academics warned that blanket tariffs raise consumer prices, harm farmers and create opportunities for unequal exemptions; Republicans pointed to tax code changes that they say restored competitiveness.
Chester, Delaware County, Pennsylvania
Health Commissioner Dr. Kristen Motley told council the Chester Lead Task Force secured $1.3 million in grants, reached more than 2,000 residents with lead education and testing, ran vaccination clinics that served nearly 200 people and submitted a pending $3.5 million HUD grant to expand remediation work.
LANCASTER ISD, School Districts, Texas
Child nutrition staff reported preliminary November figures showing about 58,761 lunches served over 13 serving days, a reimbursement rate of $4.62 and a preliminary district net of about $0.31 per lunch; equipment upgrades were discussed and staff said they will reconcile counts before claiming reimbursement from TDA.
Fulton County, Georgia
Public commenters urged action on jail safety and medical care, deed‑fraud investigations, support for PAD diversion programs, and funding for a $1M Healthy Women Healthy Families grant program and a women's commission. Several made allegations about county oversight and contractor performance.
West Sacramento, Yolo County, California
After staff reported petitions from lodging businesses representing a majority of assessments, the council adopted Resolution 25-127 creating the West Sacramento Tourism Marketing District and authorizing assessments on participating lodging businesses; Visit Yolo requested future coordination on marketing materials.
Chester, Delaware County, Pennsylvania
Council voted to award on-call towing routes in a three-year contract with options to extend; public commenters and local applicants raised concerns about scoring criteria and online reviews, and the receiver defended the procurement process as compliant.
Lakewood City, Jefferson County, Colorado
The Lakewood Board of Adjustment voted 6–0 Dec. 3 to approve Xcel Energy’s request to replace a perimeter fence at 898 S. Wadsworth Boulevard with a 10‑foot, smaller‑mesh chain‑link fence to meet federal reliability security standards; staff recommended approval and Xcel may apply for permits immediately.
Ways and Means: House Committee, Standing Committees - House & Senate, Congressional Hearings Compilation
Former Ways and Means Chairman Kevin Brady and business and academic witnesses told the House subcommittee that the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act and the Working Families Tax Cuts Act lock in incentives for U.S. investment and jobs, while other witnesses warned about tariffs and urged narrow, technical improvements to international tax rules.
Fulton County, Georgia
MARTA interim CEO Jonathan Hunt told the commissioners that the Better Breeze fare system and NextGen bus network are rolling out in 2026, reported progress on the Rapid/5‑Points projects and noted a New Flyer battery recall is a risk to bus deliveries.
Town of Needham, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
Committee members were briefed on how MSBA calculates reimbursable caps (per‑square‑foot caps and a reimbursement percentage), discussed modest green incentives that raise reimbursement several percentage points, and deliberated possible fundraising to cover non‑reimbursable items such as an upgraded auditorium.
Public Utilities Commission, Governor's Boards and Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Colorado
At its Dec. 3 meeting the Public Utilities Commission approved a temporary rule for railroad wayside detector reporting, denied a limousine-waiver petition, denied rehearing requests on a street-lighting tariff and scheduled a Dec. 16 information meeting on large-load issues; the panel also approved a conditional one-year extension for Pueblo Unit 2.
Appropriations, Joint & Standing, Committees, Legislative, Wyoming
Wyoming Business Council CEO Josh Durell told the Joint Appropriations Committee the council’s $111.8M request (governor recommended $54.6M) reflects a strategic push to reverse long‑term economic decline; he highlighted a $50M ask for commercial broadband redundancy and estimated a $500M–$1.7B community infrastructure funding gap.
San Bernardino, San Bernardino County, California
Council received a staff presentation on fireworks regulation options, including a one-year moratorium to study illegal use and enforcement impacts; nonprofits and vendors warned of fundraising losses while others urged stronger restrictions and drone-aided enforcement.
Town of Needham, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
Finance committee agreed to base initial taxpayer-impact projections on the PSR number submitted by the design team, with schematic design and a May cost estimate to provide the next formal update and the mid‑June MSBA submission to establish reimbursable caps.
Fulton County, Georgia
The Board approved renewal of the Fulton County Behavioral Health Network contracts totaling up to $15.86 million, covering child/adolescent and adult providers, school‑based mental health in 66 schools, and permanent supportive housing services; commissioners pressed for clearer outcome metrics.
LANCASTER ISD, School Districts, Texas
Administrators reviewed proposed local policy revisions from TASB Update 126 covering agenda timelines, public‑comment placement, new AI training and cybersecurity rules, complaint‑process timing, and language restricting DEI‑related activities and certain employment actions; trustees sought legal clarification on procurement and historically underutilized business goals.
Chester, Delaware County, Pennsylvania
Council read the 2026 budget (general fund $62.2 million; total expenses including unpaid pensions $105.2 million) and moved multiple tax and compensation ordinances on first reading. Members asked for clearer administrative-line breakout; the public hearing for the budget is scheduled for Dec. 8 at 1 p.m.
West Sacramento, Yolo County, California
Dozens of volunteers, youth and nonprofit partners asked the City Council to schedule and approve a long-term lease for 3 Sisters Gardens’ Fifth & C farm, citing food distribution, youth jobs and community partnerships; speakers brought petitions and said the garden provided tens of thousands of pounds of food. City manager clarified process for placing items on a future agenda.
Appropriations, Joint & Standing, Committees, Legislative, Wyoming
Director Dan Shannon told lawmakers the Department of Corrections seeks roughly $41.8 million in exception requests for the 2027–28 biennium, including $9.3M for out‑of‑facility housing to return inmates from private out‑of‑state facilities, $12.25M to replace an antiquated offender management system, and funding to cover medical, food and utility inflation and overtime.
Fulton County, Georgia
Fulton County officials presented a proposed FY2026 budget that assumes a 9.26‑mil property tax rate and flags $32M (with possible additional $30M–$60M) in consent‑decree related costs. Commissioners debated transparency, scenarios, and whether across‑the‑board 1% cuts or targeted reductions are preferable.
Douglas County, Kansas
Douglas County approved an MOU (not‑to‑exceed $150,000) with SS&C for financial/operational reporting assistance to Bert Nash and confirmed several board appointments, all by unanimous votes.
San Bernardino, San Bernardino County, California
Airport officials updated the council on workforce programs, drone pilot training, EV charging and tenant activity at San Bernardino International Airport, highlighting partnerships with schools and potential cargo-related jobs.
LANCASTER ISD, School Districts, Texas
Administrators told trustees a Blueprint grant of $25,000 plus an in‑kind contribution from Move This World will allow district use of the SEL curriculum at no net cost; the district also introduced 'Roo,' a therapy dog in training who staff say visits 300–800 students weekly.
Atherton Town, San Mateo County, California
After review of a survey and committee recommendations, the council approved staff recommendations to remove many temporary speed humps and to pursue outreach and targeted adjustments to other locations, with removals and outreach expected to begin early next year.
Pontiac, Oakland County, Michigan
The commission approved a site plan for a Baldwin Avenue filling station (1019 Baldwin) and required the applicant to replace a proposed vinyl fence with a masonry screen wall and to provide final curb-cut dimensions and truck-turn details for engineering review.
LANCASTER ISD, School Districts, Texas
District staff outlined targeted improvement plans for Pleasant Run Elementary and Lancaster Middle School, citing low performance in specific grades and describing interventions including added coordinators, interventionists, extra classes and a new teacher academy to boost student outcomes.
Douglas County, Kansas
After a detailed presentation from Bert Nash on TRC operations and finances, commissioners voted 5‑0 to delay action on a $1,000,000 supplemental funding request until an MOA is executed, a site visit occurs and a preliminary external report is received.
San Bernardino, San Bernardino County, California
Councilmembers and residents debated proposed truck-route maps and warehouse development standards required by state AB 98; staff recommended a map and signage plan with a compliance deadline of Jan. 1, 2026, while public commenters urged stronger protections for residential streets.
Pontiac, Oakland County, Michigan
The Planning Commission unanimously approved a special exception and preliminary site plan for Cured Leaf TC to operate a small indoor adult-use marijuana retailer at 962 Cesar E Chavez Avenue, with conditions to reconcile façade transparency, lighting and screening details and a return of final site plans.
Atherton Town, San Mateo County, California
Town planner summarized state Senate Bill 79, which enables denser residential development near transit stops; council directed staff to draft development standards and explore an alternative transit-oriented development plan while noting HCD review timelines.
Pontiac, Oakland County, Michigan
The commission unanimously approved a special exception and preliminary site plan for Botanical Greens to operate an adult-use cannabis grower at 1651 East Highwood Boulevard, allowing 42 parking spaces with conditions to address drawing and screening details.
Douglas County, Kansas
Commissioners spent the majority of the meeting debating proposed revisions to section 3.4 of the county finance policy — including minimum reserve targets (generally 20–25%) and classifications for restricted and operating funds — but left the matter for further consideration rather than adopting final policy changes.
Atherton Town, San Mateo County, California
After interviewing two applicants for a short-term vacancy, the council unanimously approved a voice vote to appoint the named candidate, and discussed time commitments and potential committee resignations for the appointee.
Douglas County, Kansas
The Douglas County Commission approved its consent agenda and unanimously adopted a concise 2026 legislative statement after staff edits and commissioner additions, including language on tax/spending priorities and requests to monitor motor-vehicle/title changes.
Dolton, Cook County, Illinois
Clarence Simmons, who says he bought the Sibley Laundromat at 1131 East Sibley Boulevard, thanked Dolton village licensing, water and permits staff and Chief Jeff Chapman for help and police presence that he said has improved safety at the business.
Santa Barbara City, Santa Barbara County, California
The commission recommended approval of a one‑year pilot to replace selected State Street planters with climate‑appropriate native species and raised‑bed flowering specimens. Commissioners supported the test, asked for maintenance and monitoring plans, volunteer engagement and interpretive signage, and requested the working group return with a one‑year check‑in and documentation.
Cuyahoga County, Ohio
Resolution R20250342 was advanced to the full council; it would award up to $6,955,043.10 to 32 providers for community social services (adult day services, transportation, meals, digital literacy) for Jan. 1, 2026–March 31, 2028, with staff saying priority was given to food, adult development and transportation.
Santa Barbara City, Santa Barbara County, California
Architect Jeff Shelton presented a three‑story mixed‑use building with an owner residence, ADU and eight boutique guest rooms for a narrow Garden Street lot. Commissioners praised the creative layout and model but asked the team to soften the street façade’s ornament and color to better fit El Pueblo Viejo; neighbors asked for setback or mitigation for loss of daylight to an adjacent one‑story craftsman.
Cuyahoga County, Ohio
The committee advanced Resolution R20250341 to contract with United Way of Greater Cleveland for up to $2,034,158 to serve as fiscal agent and fund emergency food purchases for eligible Cuyahoga County residents, after Hunger Network and Food Bank presenters described sharply increased demand and a FEMA funding gap.
Indio City, Riverside County, California
After a public hearing with business and resident testimony, the Indio City Council unanimously introduced the first reading of Ordinance No. 1828, a 45‑day interim moratorium on new gas station approvals so staff can study saturation, spacing, amenities and EV readiness and return with recommendations.
Santa Barbara City, Santa Barbara County, California
The Music Academy proposed converting 901 State St. into a 25,000 sq ft music education and performance center with a rooftop event deck and a proposed height exception for elevator/roof elements. The HLC praised the program and massing but asked for refined designs for the rear elevator/stair tower, comparative height studies and further concept review before Planning Commission considers the height exception.
Cuyahoga County, Ohio
The committee advanced Resolution R20250340 to extend Cuyahoga County’s fatherhood initiative master contract through March 31, 2027 and add up to $971,812.50 in funding; presenters said the change preserves vendor lists and program scope and attaches performance evaluations to the amendment.
Indio City, Riverside County, California
Citing community concern about immigration enforcement and reports of harsh treatment, the Indio City Council directed the city attorney to send a Freedom of Information Act request to the Department of Homeland Security for aggregate 2025 data on residents detained for immigration reasons; the measure passed 3–2.
Judge Stephanie Boyd 187th District, District Court Judges, Judicial, Texas
Adrian Isaac Hernandez entered pleas on multiple cause numbers including collision causing injury and two aggravated-robbery counts; the court accepted evidence stipulations and set a Jan. 26, 2026 hearing to decide deferred-adjudication applications with live witnesses.
Appropriations, Joint & Standing, Committees, Legislative, Wyoming
Executive Director Margie White told the Joint Appropriations Committee the volunteer Board of Parole reviews cases in panels across the state, offers victims options to testify by video, and reports a 15% recidivism measure (8% reincarceration); the board is not requesting additional base funding but received a one‑time travel increase.
Public Utilities Commission, Governor's Boards and Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Colorado
The Public Utilities Commission on Dec. 3 approved a joint petition allowing Public Service Company to delay retirement of Pueblo Unit 2 to Dec. 31, 2026, conditioned on a March report, a June application, enhanced monthly reporting of capital expenditures and a 2026 megawatt-hour operational cap adopted 2–1.
Santa Barbara City, Santa Barbara County, California
Developers presented a small increase in floor area and revised landscape plans for the 301 East project near the Laguna Channel. Commissioners welcomed landscape simplification and native restoration but asked for further detail on fencing/setbacks, permeable paving durability and pedestrian access to the Laguna Channel; the item was continued for further work.
Corporation Commission, Departments, Boards, and Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Kansas
The Kansas Corporation Commission convened Dec. 4, approved a 16-item consent agenda by unanimous voice vote and then adjourned. Commissioners present heard no questions on the consent items before voting to approve them.
Indio City, Riverside County, California
City staff and representatives of HCL Indio Land Development (The Hagan Company) updated the council on an Exclusive Negotiating Agreement for city property behind the former Indio Fashion Mall, saying easement removals and an appraisal peer review are underway but an unresolved environmental review from 2021 must be cleared before final negotiations.
Judge Stephanie Boyd 187th District, District Court Judges, Judicial, Texas
The court granted early termination for some defendants who completed programs and had victim support, but denied at least one request where the victim still reported fear; decisions were influenced by probation reports and victim statements.
Cuyahoga County, Ohio
The committee voted to send the county's 2025 630 Climate Action Plan to the full council for the next reading. Staff highlighted a 2022 greenhouse gas inventory, a 16% emissions drop since 2018, and priority actions including community energy aggregation and municipal technical assistance pilots.
Santa Barbara City, Santa Barbara County, California
The HLC voted to approve final drawings for the Hilton Santa Barbara Beachfront Resort expansion at 633 East Cabrillo Blvd., allowing a 45,000 sq ft addition and a net increase of 73 guest rooms. Commissioners asked only modest refinements to parapet molding and landscaping.
LANCASTER ISD, School Districts, Texas
The board reviewed an RFQ to secure architectural services for the proposed Weibo Health Clinic (to occupy the former Chatt Nutrition building). Administration said a community partnership grant and in‑kind support will cover design costs, leaving no district expense for architectural services.
Judge Stephanie Boyd 187th District, District Court Judges, Judicial, Texas
In 2025CR013212, the defendant acknowledged a Nov. 18 plea and the court granted six years of deferred adjudication with rehabilitative and supervision conditions, a $2,000 probated fine and 300 hours of community service tied to sobriety meetings.
LANCASTER ISD, School Districts, Texas
Trustees heard a backward-planning timeline to possibly call a bond election and attended training on campaign timing and ethics; staff said a board vote could be scheduled for Feb. 11 and that, by law, the district must 'call legally by February 13 at 5PM.'
Indio City, Riverside County, California
The City of Indio held a ceremonial reorganization in its new City Hall where Elaine Holmes was sworn in as mayor under a rotation policy; council honored outgoing Mayor Glenn Miller and recognized staff and upcoming city events.
Guam Environmental Protection Agency, Agencies, Executive , Guam
Guam EPA staff revised a drinking‑water risk assessment to shorten the time required to lift a 'do not drink without treatment' order and aligned notification language with U.S. EPA pesticide guidance; the revision is open for public comment through Dec. 17 with a hearing that day at 1500 hours.
Town of Southborough, Worcester County, Massachusetts
Facing a planned fundraiser at Fayetteville Hall without required as‑built plans or a bond, the Town of Southborough Planning Board authorized its chair to seek a notarized promissory note from the Historic Society and to confer with town officials to avoid a temporary certificate of occupancy being issued without the board’s involvement.
Guam Environmental Protection Agency, Agencies, Executive , Guam
The Guam EPA Board voted Dec. 4 to allocate up to $2,000,000 from the RF to the Department of Public Works for collection, disposal and export of abandoned vehicles; the MOA was revised to cap administrative costs at 10%.
Fulton County, Georgia
A resolution to limit external‑affairs/DEI staff support for commissioners’ town halls (four staff‑supported events per commissioner; county‑facility weekday requirement for staff‑supported events) sparked extended, partisan debate about access to constituents and staff burden; the board agreed to hold the measure for rewrite and return.
Allegany County, Maryland
County staff announced the death of Tim Porter, a correctional officer at the detention center, and said the detention center is organizing fundraising and a raffle to support his two young children; staff will circulate details to commissioners.
Fulton County, Georgia
Public commenters at the Dec. 3 meeting urged action on jail safety and inmate medical care, described predatory property practices and deed fraud, and strongly urged commissioners to fund three women’s‑health initiatives (including a $1M grant program); a flurry of related resolutions and grants later drew divided votes from the board.
Sunbury City, Delaware County, Ohio
At its Dec. 3 meeting Sunbury City Council passed Resolution 2025.29 to begin annexation of roughly 96 acres, approved Ordinance 2025.31 authorizing up to $3.5 million in bonds for JR Smith Park improvements, and approved final plats (and emergency declarations) for Eagle Creek subdivisions (Ordinances 2025.32 and 2025.33).
Allegany County, Maryland
The county introduced Marissa Miller as a new economic-development hire who will also handle permit liaison duties; staff announced the county mulch site will close for the season after the weekend of the 14th and discussed potential recycling partner Nexis and methane-capture property acquisitions.
Cuyahoga County, Ohio
The committee advanced four county contracts for after-school, early-literacy and special-needs childcare totaling roughly $14.96 million while presenters said recent budget cuts will reduce slots and staff capacity; officials will return with data to quantify impacts.
Allegany County, Maryland
County representatives reported meetings with state budget and commerce officials to press a $30 million request for flood recovery, urged continuation of George Ford/George Edwards funding, and flagged a $600,000–$1,000,000 need to demolish a mill smokestack.
Judicial - Appeals Court Oral Arguments, Judicial, Massachusetts
Defense argued that inconsistent descriptions, unintroduced knife evidence, and the presence of two suspects made identification of Baron Garcia insufficient; defense also alleged the suppression‑hearing judge’s questions created an appearance of partiality. The Commonwealth urged that witness identifications and arrest sequence support the convictions. The court took argument under advisement.
Allegany County, Maryland
County staff asked commissioners to amend code bill 2-25 to clarify that confidentiality duties apply to 'former employee or official' and to set the measure�to take effect 45 days after passage; staff said the state assistant AG requested one textual and one procedural revision.
Santa Barbara City, Santa Barbara County, California
City staff presented a package of code and guideline changes to reduce single‑family design‑review caseloads, move some review authority to staff in limited El Pueblo Viejo cases, and shift certain FAR exceptions to design review. The Historic Landmarks Commission endorsed the goals and asked for clearer public‑notice language, safeguards for neighbors and EPV visibility, and standard detail sheets for applicants.
Judicial - Appeals Court Oral Arguments, Judicial, Massachusetts
At oral argument before a three‑justice panel, defense counsel argued the trial judge should have given a lesser‑included instruction because the record, defense says, left penetration in dispute; the Commonwealth maintained testimony and corroborating evidence supported the conviction. The court took argument under advisement.
Sunbury City, Delaware County, Ohio
At a Dec. 3 hearing, the Sunbury City Council reviewed a proposed amendment to The Meadows at Sunbury Apartments to remove an 8‑foot fence and replace it with enhanced landscaping along the southern property line; neighbors asked for denser plantings and commitments on maintenance and lighting mitigation.
Allegany County, Maryland
A resident told commissioners his well failed and his household faces a roughly $60,000 connection cost for a county water project; staff said a contract is in development and promised to provide clarity and follow-up.
Encinitas, San Diego County, California
The Youth Commission unanimously approved its November 2025 meeting minutes, set a rescheduled habitat restoration volunteer day for Dec. 13, and heard staff announcements about the Pacific View Art Center open house (Dec. 18) and a freelance writing class (Dec. 13).
Fulton County, Georgia
MARTA interim CEO Jonathan Hunt briefed commissioners on ridership recovery, the streetcar outage caused by Georgia Power work (anticipated back online Jan. 12), the Better Breeze fare system rollout, and the NextGen bus network scheduled for April 18, 2026; he also reviewed several capital projects and safety efforts at 5‑Points and other stations.
Cole County, Missouri
Recorder Judy told commissioners that deed-fraud alerts and book preservation are active priorities; she urged more residents to sign up for the free deed-notification service and requested about $50,000 from the recorder's fund to continue scanning and preservation work.
Allegany County, Maryland
The board ratified 13 emergency procurements (ratification request number 14) covering a bundle of projects; staff cited a large Braddock Run sewer job completed in mid‑September and noted ongoing efforts to seek state assistance for related costs.
Encinitas, San Diego County, California
Peggy Walker of the San Dieguito Alliance for Drug Free Youth asked the commission to study a retailer take‑back program for e‑cigs and vapes to reduce hazardous nicotine waste and flagged concerns about high‑THC products and rising nicotine alternatives.
Fulton County, Georgia
Fulton County renewed contracts forming a county behavioral‑health network ($15.86M) and approved another renewal of the inmate medical services contract (~$45.1M). Commissioners discussed provider performance metrics, school‑based mental‑health expansion, integration with diversion programs, and plans to rebid jail medical services with possible consultant support to meet consent‑decree requirements.
Allegany County, Maryland
The board approved a petition from Jody and Vincent Montana to close a paper alley between Hay Street and Hill Street and authorized county deed transfer to the Montanas after a public hearing with no public opposition.
Cole County, Missouri
Sheriff reported inmates waiting long periods for mental-health beds and proposed converting savings from a removed SRO and opioid settlement monies to fund a patrol lieutenant; he also warned that the county's prisoner-boarding budget may be under-estimated.
Encinitas, San Diego County, California
Melissa Sharbarth of Safe Streets Encinitas urged the Youth Commission to support red light cameras and local education initiatives, citing California Senate Bill 720 and its provisions to shift enforcement to civil penalties and direct revenue to street‑safety projects.
Fulton County, Georgia
Fulton County officials presented a proposed FY2026 budget that assumes a 3.11% digest growth and a starting millage estimate of 9.26 mils; commissioners pressed staff about potential additional consent‑decree costs (discussed at $32M, with the possibility of higher totals), and a series of spending requests and contract renewals were advanced or deferred for budget season.
Allegany County, Maryland
County attorneys and commissioners approved an amendment to Code Home Rule Bill 2-25 that changes its effective date to 45 days after passage and inserts clarifying disclosure language; a public commenter urged broader financial-disclosure rules and the board scheduled a follow-up hearing for Dec. 18.
Encinitas, San Diego County, California
Parks operations manager David Norgard briefed the Youth Commission on the Habitat Stewardship Program’s goals, recent metrics (706 staff hours, 23 volunteer events, 81 cubic yards of invasive biomass removed) and said staff will seek a $100,000 contract amendment and pursue a possible $300,000 restoration grant.
Cole County, Missouri
EMS leaders told commissioners a state wage/house-bill adjustment and other cost pressures will raise personnel costs by about $160,000 and proposed a 6–7% increase to base patient fees plus a $0.50 mileage bump to help cover the gap.
Northumberland County, Virginia
Chief Bailey told the Board of Supervisors the county has 13 full‑time EMS field staff and seven vacancies, and presented four staffing/compensation options — from a 10% across‑the‑board increase to a full pay realignment — with estimated costs and potential offsets from the capital plan and EMS billing revenue.
Calvert County, Maryland
The sheriff reported adding SROs and new deputies, outlined recruitment and training efforts, gave traffic and calls‑for‑service statistics, described efforts against organized theft rings and said the agency is pursuing CALIA accreditation.
Cole County, Missouri
County staff told commissioners that migration to cloud services, new Microsoft licensing and higher equipment service contracts have driven IT costs up; ARPA funding is expected to wind down in 2026 and residual interest may move to general revenue.
Chelsea City, Suffolk County, Massachusetts
City administrator Fidel Maltés told residents that Chelsea must pursue economic development to fund priorities in the Chelsea Palante plan because Massachusetts�Proposition 2���������������������������������������������������������������������������� limitations on annual tax increases, and asked residents to participate in community meetings to shape development.
Calvert County, Maryland
The Police Accountability Board said complaint counts fell under a new uniform reporting year and will present an end‑of‑year overview to county commissioners; members flagged low public awareness and approved outreach planning while reviewing case counts and the MOU with the sheriff’s office.
Judicial - Appeals Court Oral Arguments, Judicial, Massachusetts
Joanne Popp, representing herself, argued the probate court misapplied durational‑limit standards and improperly modified alimony amount without giving effect to the separation agreement's surviving provisions; appellee counsel defended the court’s careful factual findings. The panel took the case under advisement.
St John Town, Lake County, Indiana
The board approved a development variance allowing Brian O'Brien to build a garage addition that will sit 5 feet from the northern property line (a 3‑foot variance from the 8‑foot side‑yard requirement); the motion passed 4‑0 after no public comment.
Harford County, Maryland
County Auditor Crystal Brooks reported on completed audits (contract management, employee benefits, inmate account controls, hotel tax, purchase-card controls) noting a small contract overspend and corrected benefit deductions; the county’s external financial statement audit yielded an unmodified opinion and the auditor’s office received a pass on its peer review.
St John Town, Lake County, Indiana
The Building and Zoning Appeals meeting recommended a favorable town council decision for a special exception to allow a single‑lane drive‑thru at Solstice Coffee, 8126 Wicker Ave.; the board cited circulation adjustments and state review comments and voted 4‑0 to recommend approval.
Harford County, Maryland
County staff introduced a $200,000 Economic Development Opportunity Fund loan to RPM Tech (Rapid Prototyping and Manufacturing Technologies) to convert a barn into office and laboratory space; the loan terms shown were $200,000 at 3 percent over 10 years and staff estimates 6–10 new jobs over two years.
Kokomo City, Howard County, Indiana
The Kokomo City board approved the Nov. 26 minutes; authorized city crews to enter four properties for abatement; authorized an emergency demolition advertisement for 306 with bids due Jan. 7, 2026; approved contracts and parks encumbrances; and approved a claims payment of $180,773.42.
Kenai, Kenai Peninsula Borough, Alaska
At its Dec. 3 meeting the Kenai City Council adopted three resolutions by unanimous consent: (1) Resolution 2025-67 authorizing a $200,000 quitclaim deed for Wildwood Drive right-of-way; (2) Resolution 2025-68 adopting an allocation method for the FY2026 fisheries business tax; and (3) Resolution 2025-69 awarding an architectural services contract for multiple municipal projects.
Harford County, Maryland
Resolutions 043-25 (up to $110 million CPI bonds) and 042-25 (up to $49 million refunding bonds) were introduced; bond counsel and the county treasurer outlined the projects to be funded, tax‑exempt rules, the Feb. 3, 2026 sale date, and conditions under which refunding would proceed.
Foreign Affairs: House Committee, Standing Committees - House & Senate, Congressional Hearings Compilation
During the committee's roll call on HR 6297 members reported electronic voting problems; amid the pause an unnamed member made a partisan critique referencing Rep. Delia Ramirez and DHS, with no response recorded.
Harford County, Maryland
Treasurer Robbie Salas presented Bill 25-017 and a companion resolution to align Harford County’s tax-sale procedures with new state law: cap redemption interest at 10% (down from 12%), reduce required newspaper ads from six to four and use savings for certified mail, raise homeowner-occupied de minimis to $1,000, and move the sale date to the first Wednesday of the month.
Lowell City, Middlesex County, Massachusetts
The Parks and Recreation Subcommittee voted 3–0 to adopt a revised tournament fee schedule that sets synthetic-field rents at $1,500 per day and adds custodial, lighting, trash and liability requirements; members said revenue should be used for park maintenance.
Harford County, Maryland
Councilwoman Robert introduced Bill 25-016 to amend Harford County’s zoning code to allow nonprofit shelters to offer low-cost spay/neuter surgeries and core wellness vaccines to animals owned by residents while limiting services to ensure shelters do not operate as full veterinary clinics.
Baltimore City, Baltimore County, Maryland
At its Dec. 4 meeting the Baltimore City Liquor Board approved a slate of 180‑day hardship extensions, multiple ownership transfers, reopenings and a new Class B restaurant license (subject to a community memorandum of understanding).
Kokomo City, Howard County, Indiana
Justin Daley, who said he is 76, told the board he is cleaning up his property after receiving a notice and asked for more time due to weather and health; the board agreed to review his case Jan. 14 at 10 a.m.
Baltimore City, Baltimore County, Maryland
The Baltimore City Liquor Board found multiple violations at Birdhouse Bar for selling alcohol outside its licensed area on Sept. 10 and Sept. 19, 2025, and ordered $250 fines per violation, payable in 30 days; inspectors testified the bar sold from a cooler in the street and patrons left with open containers.
Foreign Affairs: House Committee, Standing Committees - House & Senate, Congressional Hearings Compilation
The House Foreign Affairs Committee on recorded and voice votes reported multiple bills to the full House, advancing measures on sanctions, human-rights accountability, child welfare, fisheries and other foreign-policy topics; most measures passed by lopsided margins or voice vote.
Regulated Industries, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Committees, Legislative, Georgia
Committee members pressed the Georgia Lottery for line‑item detail on advertising and sports sponsorships, questioned whether those spends produce measurable returns to education and asked for the contracts and evaluation underlying long‑term partnerships with professional teams and universities.
Gaithersburg City, Montgomery County, Maryland
City planning staff said a new ArcGIS planning projects web map will publish current applications and link to the Intergov database; staff will also combine a missed 2023 annual report with 2024 and make it public this week.
Kokomo City, Howard County, Indiana
The board accepted staff recommendations to award haul work for the Cuttle Park project, approved a Landscape Structures purchase to be encumbered in the 2026 budget, and cleared a list of parks vendor encumbrances totaling multiple line items.
Regulated Industries, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Committees, Legislative, Georgia
Committee members pressed the Georgia Lottery on coin‑operated amusement machines (COAAM): machine counts, one‑time fines in earlier years, high COAAM pocket margins and readiness for a July 1 shift to downloadable gift cards; Lottery staff said they are preparing an extensive communications plan.
Gaithersburg City, Montgomery County, Maryland
The Gaithersburg Planning Commission recommended that the mayor and city council approve a rezoning and abandonment for the Casey/Rosedale site, supporting a proposed phased redevelopment of up to 434 units and a 75% affordable-unit commitment recorded in a draft covenant; staff asked council to adopt four conditions.
Kokomo City, Howard County, Indiana
The Kokomo City board approved city crews’ access to four properties for abatement and authorized an emergency demolition and bid advertisement for a house the city deemed a fire hazard at 306 (Calumet/Webster); the owner said she is seeking financing and asked for additional time.
Churchill County, Nevada
Social Services reported the Churchill Area Regional Transportation (CART) program provided 738 rides in October and requested converting casual drivers to full-time staff and adding clerical capacity; the board authorized the hiring structure and to begin recruitment.
Madera City, Madera County, California
The council adopted a resolution to buy a replacement audio-visual system for the council chambers via a CMAS piggyback contract in the amount of $56,616.32 and approved a budget amendment to use available IT funds to cover the cost.
Judicial - Appeals Court Oral Arguments, Judicial, Massachusetts
Appellant argued the trial judge clearly erred in findings that Musos lacked an ownership or officer role and that those errors masked breaches of fiduciary duty; respondent said the written record and credibility findings support the judgment. The court questioned provenance of bank wires and documents and took argument under advisement.
Regulated Industries, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Committees, Legislative, Georgia
Georgia Lottery President Gretchen Corbin told the House Regulated Industries Committee that FY25 transfers to education totaled $1.47 billion and that the agency surpassed $30 billion returned since inception; she also noted a record Q1 and a November Mega Millions ticket sold in Newnan.
General Government Operations and Appropriations , Legislative, Guam
The Committee of the Whole considered Bill 186-38 COR to appropriate $8.1 million to Guam Memorial Hospital's pharmaceutical fund. GMH says audit figures show the money is owed; the Department of Administration and budget officials said accounting methods and prior appropriations complicate whether funds are available now.
Madera City, Madera County, California
Council voted to waive further reading and introduce an ordinance that would amend the Madera Municipal Code to adjust council member monthly compensation, with a corrected effective date of Jan. 1, 2027; staff cited state law (SB 329) raising the salary cap.
Curry County, Oregon
County Director of Operations reported ODOT coordination for harbor trash pickup, ongoing forensic audit work, union negotiations with the sheriff's office, fairgrounds holiday plans, and juvenile prevention trainings; commissioners also discussed efforts to restore a seasonal Coast Guard presence.
Judicial - Appeals Court Oral Arguments, Judicial, Massachusetts
Defense argued that RMV records and booking materials created a potential problem about whether the defendant's license was suspended at the time of the offense, affecting the ignition‑interlock counts; Commonwealth said the record (breath test, booking statements, officer testimony) supports the conviction. Court took the case under advisement.
Churchill County, Nevada
County staff proposed reverting to a 90-day hiring delay and adding an attrition pathway to save personnel costs; several elected officials argued the policy unduly restricts constitutional duties and could create public-safety gaps, so the board voted to table the proposal for further workshops with elected officials and department heads.
Madera City, Madera County, California
Following a public hearing, the council adopted a resolution to annex the Colette Martin Subdivision into Landscape Maintenance District Zone of Benefit 51 for fiscal year 2026–27 and to levy assessments as outlined in the engineer's report; no public objections were offered at the hearing.
Curry County, Oregon
Commissioner Coker urged a joint public workshop with Coos County and local utilities to develop local energy alternatives—hydrogen, nuclear or lower-impact wind—arguing global developers remain active and a local roadmap is needed.
Churchill County, Nevada
At a regular meeting commissioners approved multiple routine agenda items: parcel maps to create or merge lots, the appointment of a planning commissioner, $4,000 in funding to Domestic Violence Intervention (DDI), a generator maintenance contract, and other consent items. Several items were approved by unanimous voice votes; the hiring/attrition policy was tabled.
Madera City, Madera County, California
Council approved the appointment of Councilmember Rohi Zachariah as mayor pro tem for a one-year term based on the selection criteria in Resolution No. 12-210; the appointment was made by motion and passed unanimously after no public comment.
Churchill County, Nevada
Public Administrator Bob Ghetto told commissioners the county's stipend is no longer covering costs associated with rising abandoned-body cases and audits of 23 files; he recommended raising the annual stipend, increasing an hourly rate for extraordinary services and creating a $10,000 fund to pay cremation costs without drawing on social services.
Curry County, Oregon
Multiple public commenters urged action on veteran events and shoreline safety, while several speakers and the county assessor criticized commissioners about patrol staffing counts, calls for the sheriff's resignation, and alleged failures to disclose financial discrepancies and respond to emails.
Madera City, Madera County, California
Councilmember Elsa Mejia received a proclamation from Madera City Council after being named a 2025 Mexicanos Distinguidos honoree by the Mexican government; remarks were delivered by an assemblywoman, a consulate representative and a state senator’s office representative.
Government Transparency & Campaign Finance Commission, Executive Agencies, Executive, Georgia
The commission adopted AO2025-02 clarifying that a candidate’s personal loan to a leadership committee or PAC remains the candidate’s funds and repayment to the candidate does not, by itself, create excess contributions under the facts posed.
Curry County, Oregon
Before approving the consent agenda, commissioners discussed a locally required Cal OAR ambulance rate schedule mandated by House Bill 3243 to enable proper Medicaid/Medicare and private-insurance billing. The consent agenda, including the rate schedule, passed 2'0to' 0.
Torrington, Northwest Hills County, Connecticut
Commissioners flagged repeated parking in front of a fire hydrant on Main Street and congestion during Saint Paul's School pickup on Prospect Street; police said they have enforced and will move the no-parking sign and coordinate with school officials.
City of Chicago SD 299, School Boards, Illinois
The board's agenda review included proposed multiyear contracts for early‑childhood grants, a large health‑insurance renewal, procurement and IT policy updates, recommended sales of three vacant school sites and a bond authorization up to $1.8 billion; board approved procedural motions including a recess and closed session and voted to approve a settlement.
Curry County, Oregon
The Curry County Board of Commissioners adopted Ordinance 25-03 on Dec. 3, 2025, repealing and replacing portions of Article 4 and adding new divisions to update animal-control rules and align county code with state statutes; the hearing drew no public comment and passed 2–0.
Torrington, Northwest Hills County, Connecticut
Fire Chief Tripp told the Board of Public Safety that work on the Eastside Firehouse is moving forward after meetings with public works and WPCA staff; the board scheduled a joint presentation with the City Council on a proposed public-safety complex for Dec. 15 at 06:30.
Government Transparency & Campaign Finance Commission, Executive Agencies, Executive, Georgia
The commission adopted multiple consent orders and administrative settlements Dec. 4, approving penalties and restitution in cases ranging from unreported contributions to improper use of public agency funds; public commenters urged stronger transparency rules in school board races.
Taneytown, Carroll County, Maryland
City Manager Jim Weprich updated council on Roberts Mill Road reconstruction (in special counsel/bonding company hands) and said Memorial Drive does not need wholesale water main replacement but will require many service reconnections; CDM Smith's service was described as back on track.
Bow Town, Merrimack County , New Hampshire
The Bow Selectmen approved the consent agenda by voice vote (chair reported four ayes) and then voted to enter nonpublic session under RSA 91-A:3 II for personnel matters; staff called for a roll call and the board adjourned into nonpublic.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
Members reported a legislative breakfast where state representatives warned of looming funding shortfalls for elder services and noted the district attorney will visit the islands to present fraud-prevention materials for seniors.
Torrington, Northwest Hills County, Connecticut
The Board of Public Safety unanimously approved meeting procedures and accepted minutes and monthly reports for police, fire and EMS; the volunteer fire department reported 11 calls and announced upcoming community events including Santa Express and a Jan. 10 tree burn.
City of Chicago SD 299, School Boards, Illinois
The Office of Student Protections told the board it received roughly 12,000 reports in school year 2025 and opened about 4,100 cases; the Office of Inspector General reported 246 cases opened last school year, 336 closed and 471 substantiated reports since 2018.
Bow Town, Merrimack County , New Hampshire
At a Dec. 3 selectmen workshop in Bow, the board reviewed a proposed 2025–26 budget that would raise the town portion of the tax rate to $4.91 (from $4.62), discussed a proposed full-time fire administrative captain (estimated cost about $140,000), police staffing and benefits assumptions, and a roughly $169,000 increase from a new solid-waste contract.
Sykesville, Carroll County, Maryland
The Sykesville Board of Zoning Appeals on Dec. 3 voted that it has jurisdiction to hear two separate appeals related to the War Field development — one challenging a planning commission decision and one challenging a town manager letter — and left the record open while scheduling later hearings.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
Council on Aging members reported strong attendance at the recent Senior Expo, discussed vaccine-clinic logistics and reimbursement, announced a volunteer appreciation event, and agreed to plan the expo as an annual fall event while pursuing grants to offset costs.
Laramie City Council, Laramie City, Albany County, Wyoming
Parks and Recreation Director Michael Bork announced a new sports facility study with consultant Barry Dunn; Councilor Shumway announced the Winter Lights Festival at Washington Park and a seniors' tour Wednesday from 4:30–7:30 p.m.
Transportation, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Committees, Legislative, Georgia
The committee accepted the Local Maintenance and Improvement Grant (L-MIG) subcommittee's report, which highlighted increased funding to cities and counties (about a 65% rise since 2015) and recommended periodic review of the program.
Joshua City, Johnson County, Texas
The Heritage Preservation Overlay District Commission approved a conditional use permit Oct. 6 allowing Duckie’s Revenge to operate an indoor family amusement arcade at 107 North Main Suite A in Joshua City. Owner Douglas Hampton described pinball-centered operations, tournaments, concessions and limited beer-and-wine service; commissioners approved the permit by voice vote.
City of Chicago SD 299, School Boards, Illinois
Multiple Haugen Elementary parents, teachers and volunteers described classrooms in closets and hallways, called the school at capacity, and urged the board to revive a colocation proposal and explain why a nearby underused building was not made available.
Torrington, Northwest Hills County, Connecticut
Police and fire chiefs told the Board of Public Safety the city is short-staffed — the police are down seven officers and fire has four vacancies — and outlined recruitment steps, weekly updates and increased patrols at the newly opened Trinity Church homeless shelter.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
A year‑round resident told the Harbor & Shellfish Advisory Board that mooring rentals have become unaffordable and urged reserving some moorings for taxpayers; the board discussed enforcement and the harbor-plan committee as the right venue and approved the board's draft annual report with opportunity for edits.
Government Transparency & Campaign Finance Commission, Executive Agencies, Executive, Georgia
At the Dec. 4 meeting commissioners found reasonable grounds that the respondent failed to file required campaign disclosure reports and a personal financial disclosure on time; staff will refer the case to the Office of State Administrative Hearings after notice.
Torrington, Northwest Hills County, Connecticut
A commissioner raised repeated parking at a fire hydrant near a Main Street bar; police said Sergeant Baldus will move the signage and increase enforcement. The board also discussed afternoon pickup congestion at Saint Paul's School and hopes the new municipal lot will ease traffic.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The Harbor & Shellfish Advisory Board discussed whether to allow larger-volume diesel transfers from truck to commercial boats, weighing a reported 12-gallon limit, spill‑containment measures and equity for working fishermen; members agreed to gather regulatory, insurance and harbor-staff input and continue the discussion at the next meeting.
Livonia, Wayne County, Michigan
Livonia City Council approved an amendment and assignment of the Fox Creek (Coach’s Corner) restaurant lease, recognized community volunteers and upcoming events, and heard a presentation on the Night of Lights fundraiser that has raised more than $40,000 for Greenmead.
Laramie City Council, Laramie City, Albany County, Wyoming
At its Dec. 2 meeting the Laramie City Council unanimously approved a professional services agreement with Trihydro Corporation to design new landfill cells and a contract with Great Plains Structures LLC to replace a Zone 4 tank dome, along with a 9–0 consent agenda.
Transportation, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Committees, Legislative, Georgia
The Joint Transportation Committee accepted the Freight & Logistics Commission final report, agreed to extend the commission by resolution, and voted to move a bill (SB89) that establishes a rail enhancement funding placeholder (subject to appropriations) to rules.
Torrington, Northwest Hills County, Connecticut
Police and fire chiefs told the Board of Public Safety on Dec. 3 they are short-staffed and are pursuing academy recruits, veterans programs and conditional offers; chiefs also described increased patrols at a new shelter and expected repair timelines for frontline apparatus.
City of Chicago SD 299, School Boards, Illinois
Dozens of speakers urged the Chicago Board of Education to protect students and staff amid charter-school transitions and closures, accusing some operators of financial mismanagement and calling for clearer district-led transition plans and staff-retention commitments.
ELKO COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, Nevada
At a meeting of the Elko County School District (date not specified), participants approved the meeting agenda and passed a motion described as “receipt review and approval of request for early graduation.” Motions were approved by voice vote; the transcript records no individual names for movers or vote tallies.
Government Transparency & Campaign Finance Commission, Executive Agencies, Executive, Georgia
After a multi-hour staff presentation of subpoenas, emails and vendor records, the State Ethics Commission voted Dec. 4 to find reasonable grounds that the Georgia Republican Assembly Inc. failed to register and report as an independent committee and did not timely file multiple disclosure reports; matters will be referred for administrative hearing.
Doña Ana County, New Mexico
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Livonia, Wayne County, Michigan
Council voted 4–2 to send a proposed amendment to Livonia’s retirement-system qualifications to the Finance and Budget Committee after multiple members recused themselves and residents warned the timing could create breaks in service that affect eligibility.
Livonia, Wayne County, Michigan
Multiple residents and council members pressed the Livonia City Council to correct Nov. minutes and clarify what was approved for the Sheetz site plan, alleging concessions (no drive-through, no outdoor music) were not recorded and raising FOIA and Robert’s Rules concerns; a citizens’ legal challenge is already pending.
Transportation, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Committees, Legislative, Georgia
Georgia Department of Transportation Commissioner Russell presented a 10-year plan that lays out state and federal funding sources, projected allocations across construction, maintenance, bridges and safety, an $2.74 billion 18-month project forecast and plans to deploy connected-vehicle signals in Metro Atlanta.
Taneytown, Carroll County, Maryland
Council members reviewed demos of sensor-based parking systems (Frog Parking, eXactPark) to enforce two-hour turnover without per-visit charges; staff will pursue a pilot and present recommendations at a January workshop amid business and resident concerns about enforcement and ADA/assigned spots.
Douglas County School District No. Re 1, School Districts , Colorado
Transportation staff told the board routes vary widely in cost per student and the department faces driver and aide shortages; special‑education transport is often door‑to‑door and legally required to use school buses, limiting consolidation flexibility.
Douglas County School District No. Re 1, School Districts , Colorado
Trustees began a structured debate on options to bring the district back into balance, including school consolidation, staff reductions, selling underused facilities and other cost‑savings. Administration pledged detailed cost and consolidation analyses before any action.
Douglas County School District No. Re 1, School Districts , Colorado
Trustees unanimously accepted the Douglas County School District audit for the year ended June 30, 2025. Auditors issued an unqualified (clean) opinion but included an emphasis of matter citing substantial doubt about the district’s ability to continue as a going concern, and noted budget overruns in several funds.
Blair County, Pennsylvania
At its Dec. 4 meeting the Blair County Board of Commissioners ratified warrants and payroll, approved multiple board appointments, grant applications, contract renewals funded by human services grants, and several vendor agreements including RBA CAD support and a $724,125 reserve contribution to PCHIP for 2026.
Taneytown, Carroll County, Maryland
The Taneytown City Council voted to approve a $14,925.76 leave buyout covering two police officers and the city manager, citing training schedules and staffing needs that prevented use of accrued leave. Staff were authorized to begin processing the payments.
Judicial - Appeals Court Oral Arguments, Judicial, Massachusetts
Amicus counsel for disability and public-representation groups told the appeals court that JCS’s record shows rapid, uncontested entry of plenary guardianship/conservatorship without counsel, and urged earlier appointment or statutory clarification to protect due process.