What happened on Saturday, 13 December 2025
Sedgwick County, Kansas
Sedgwick County finance staff asked the commission to delegate year‑end authority to transfer budget authority from rainy‑day and operating reserves to cover risk‑management gaps, sales‑tax transfers to road and bridge, and to pay employee health‑benefit claims; staff said health claims are "over 10%."
Lenawee County Probate & Juvenile Court, Texas Courts, Judicial, Texas
The Lenawee County Probate & Juvenile Court heard testimony from a neurologist and child-welfare staff during a consolidated permanency planning review and termination-petition hearing; the department urged continued out-of-home placement citing minimal parental engagement and safety concerns, while family witnesses described past positive parenting. The hearing recessed for lunch and will resume at 1:15 p.m.
Iowa County, Iowa
The board approved a $2,000 hotel/motel allocation to complete a sign project for Pioneer Cemeteries; supervisors approved the funding by voice vote and asked staff to record it in meeting minutes.
Commerce & Insurance, Deparments in Office of the Governor, Organizations, Executive, Tennessee
The Post Commission did not certify the November informal hearing on William Evans of the Hancock County Sheriff's Office and moved the matter to a January formal hearing, directing investigators to deepen fact‑finding. A victim’s mother spoke at public comment to thank the commission and urge further action.
Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
Housing staff outlined recommendations to create up to 10 positions and asked the CEO to prepare a detailed staffing and transition plan; committee members discussed funding transfers and asked for further policy work ahead of FY26–27 budget deliberations.
Sedgwick County, Kansas
One of five meal contractors serving Sedgwick, Harvey and Butler counties is ceasing operations; county staff said national contractor Trio and local Senior Services will cover in‑home and congregate meal sites so clients will receive meals starting Jan. 1.
Hollister City, San Benito County, California
The council announced it would meet in closed session to discuss the appointment of a city manager, citing Government Code section 54957. The action was announced during opening proceedings; no vote or public deliberation on the appointment appears in the provided transcript.
Iowa County, Iowa
A prevention specialist briefed supervisors on Iowa’s new behavioral-health system (law signed May 2024, effective July 2025) that consolidates mental health, substance-use and problem-gambling services into seven districts; Iowa County is in District 6 and local prevention activities include school-based 'life skills' lessons and planning for a prevention array beginning July 2026.
Commerce & Insurance, Deparments in Office of the Governor, Organizations, Executive, Tennessee
The commission denied Murray County’s criminal‑record waiver for an applicant with a 2020 juvenile DUI, approved Monroe County’s military‑discharge waiver, and granted a string of academy‑transfer and six‑month waivers for officers from multiple counties; Cleveland State’s request to change academies was approved and a waiver to increase academy class size for 2026 also passed.
Sedgwick County, Kansas
Sedgwick County staff told commissioners they will pause work on a proposed extension of a five-year agreement related to the Northwest Expressway until a major investment study concludes next summer; staff also said recent misinformation about county involvement originated with a third party, not the county.
Del Norte County, California
Board discussed declining LCTOP (Low Carbon Transit Operations Program) allocations, options to reallocate approximately $139,000 in electrification reserves to sustain a popular free‑ride subsidy, and a proposed $2 per‑segment promotional fare for the North State Express that could cost RCTA $5,000–$12,000 depending on implementation scope.
Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
The committee approved a joint CAO–LAHD staffing plan that authorizes 10 new positions and reserves roughly $1.20 million in general city purposes funding for a proposed Bureau of Homelessness Oversight, while delaying transfer of six CAO outreach positions pending a detailed transition and funding plan during FY26–27 budget deliberations.
Iowa County, Iowa
A caller identified as Heidi presented two 10-year financing options for new radio towers: a 'level' structure with a higher early levy (~83¢) and a 'blend' option (~74¢). The board directed staff to set a hearing date (proposed Jan. 16) and to prepare offering documents and a rating call as part of the bond timetable.
Westminster, Jefferson County, Colorado
Westminster City Council held a special meeting Dec. 13 to interview candidates for a vacant council seat and reconvened at 1 p.m. to deliberate. Council moved and seconded a motion to appoint and conducted roll-call voting under council rules; the transcript does not record a clear final announcement of the appointee.
Vigo County, Indiana
Vigo County officials announced a five-member Oversight Board to review the Vigo County School Corporation facilities plan, naming four appointed members and the board president as the statutory fifth member; the first organizational meeting is set for Monday at 2:30 p.m., live-streamed and open to the public.
Del Norte County, California
The board approved Amendment 1 to Dokan Engineering's PS&E contract, adding $33,500 for site survey and design of two backup generators at the Williams Drive charging project to reach 100% design and bid documents.
Commerce & Insurance, Deparments in Office of the Governor, Organizations, Executive, Tennessee
A Post investigator reported that firearm‑range and in‑service records submitted by the Erwin Police Department for 2024 were falsified, resulting in 16 officers receiving $800 supplements. The commission voted to refer the chief and a captain to the informal committee and to keep affected officers’ certification status in compliance while other agencies pursue restitution.
Iowa County, Iowa
Supervisors authorized a $650,000 DOT funding agreement for a W Avenue bridge, approved additional DOT project signings for future years, and discussed changing the county snow-plowing ordinance to allow crews to work until 'half hour after dusk or 6 p.m., whichever is later.' Roads staff warned local funds and TIF volatility mean small maintenance projects could face shortfalls without grants.
Utah Department of Transportation, Utah Government Divisions, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
UDOT presented its strategic document and line‑item budget overview, describing a $2.5 billion operating baseline, requests for equipment and materials inflation adjustments, fiber program staffing, software replacement, and discussion of road‑usage charges for electric vehicles and future funding challenges.
Public Employees Benefits Program Board Meeting, Executive Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Nevada
The board approved a voluntary UMR medical‑pharmacy coupon program (shared savings model) and agreed to remove prior authorization for biopsies, MRIs and dialysis. It also approved covering diagnostic breast imaging and colonoscopy at the preventive benefit level (CDHP deductible exception) and adopted a first‑annual nonnetwork lab education/payment exception.
Town of Charlton, Worcester County, Massachusetts
The Zoning Board of Appeals approved a special permit Dec. 2, 2025 allowing PCK Realty to extend an existing residential use in the Business Enterprise Park at 26 Griffin Road by adding a residential 30-by-60 garage; staff emphasized building permits and site-plan review are separate processes.
Del Norte County, California
The board approved a not‑to‑exceed $29,083 agreement with Mobility House for a charger‑agnostic charge management system at the Williams Drive facility intended to optimize electric‑bus yard charging, reduce peak utility costs and provide offline redundancy during outages.
San Mateo County, California
The County of San Mateo Design Review Committee on Dec. 11 approved a new two‑story, 2,739‑square‑foot single‑family home with a 700–750 sq. ft. accessory dwelling unit in El Granada, subject to two conditions requiring the applicant to upload the land survey and a missing drainage sheet (C‑1); neighbors raised concerns about slope stability, drainage and parking.
Utah Department of Transportation, Utah Government Divisions, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
UDOT's right‑of‑way program won approval for three acquisitions — an Eagle Mountain parcel ($854,900), a Weber County trust property ($581,950) and a 4.64‑acre Logan parcel appraised at $7.23 million — with staff and commissioners discussing development pressure and local permitting as drivers for early purchases.
Town of Charlton, Worcester County, Massachusetts
The Town of Charlton Zoning Board of Appeals granted a special permit Dec. 2, 2025 for a second-floor addition and an 8-foot rear deck extension at 41 Leland Drive, finding the change to a preexisting nonconforming structure would not be detrimental to the neighborhood; a 20-day appeal period applies.
Del Norte County, California
The Redwood Coast Transit Authority board voted unanimously to adopt its 2025 Short Range Transit Plan, which includes FY 2024–25 ridership and financial updates, contingency options for service cuts or expansions, and an analysis of a potential fixed route to Medford if funding becomes available.
Ventura County, California
The board approved consent items 9–14 by voice vote and later approved the 2026 schedule of regular, special and committee meetings after discussion about the number of placeholder special meetings; both actions were taken by voice vote with no roll‑call tallies recorded.
Public Employees Benefits Program Board Meeting, Executive Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Nevada
A fourth‑quarter random‑sample audit found decreased financial accuracy and some claim turnaround shortfalls for UMR (CTI penalty ~$49,149.60); a separate VIA HRA audit found five errors and a $10,000 penalty. The board accepted both audits and applied the penalties; vendors described remediation and staffing steps.
Utah Department of Transportation, Utah Government Divisions, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
UDOT presenters told commissioners the statewide fatality rate is trending downward but that 251 people have died on Utah roads this year; the department highlighted motorcycle, pedestrian and bicyclist counts and the ‘0 Fatalities’ dashboard as a public resource.
Grant County, New Mexico
At the Dec. 11 meeting Treasurer Patrick Khan explained property‑tax bill details and first‑half collections, Hilo Regional Medical Center reported improved revenue and recruitment, the Board of Finance reviewed a $22.1M investment portfolio and the commission approved several routine purchases and resolutions.
Lenawee County Probate & Juvenile Court, Texas Courts, Judicial, Texas
Justin King testified at length about genetic and medical conditions and housing barriers; the judge and counsel found the records and participation insufficient to show the conditions leading to removal could be remedied in a reasonable time.
Ventura County, California
The agency’s executive officer told the board the annual Watermaster extraction reports show 87.2% compliance with WMID reporting (18 holders noncompliant) and delinquent assessments are "just shy of $100,000"; staff said they are working with outside counsel on enforcement.
Public Employees Benefits Program Board Meeting, Executive Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Nevada
Independent auditors gave an unmodified opinion on the retiree health and welfare trust but reported significant documentation and contribution‑calculation errors in sampled remittances and two internal‑control matters. The board accepted the audited financial statements and asked staff for remediation plans.
Utah Department of Transportation, Utah Government Divisions, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
At its year‑end meeting, the Utah Transportation Commission approved several project additions and funding adjustments — including a Farmington pavement preservation project, added right‑of‑way funding on 5600 South, the SR‑252 widening in Logan, a Herriman scope expansion, a Beaver River bridge replacement, corridor preservation acquisitions, and a broadband grant top‑up.
Grant County, New Mexico
The board approved a $32,000 amendment to the county DWI grant to buy VR‑scenario content for statewide use, repair a state police DWI trailer, purchase breathalyzers and fund training; commissioners requested data on reach and effectiveness before future expenditures.
Lenawee County Probate & Juvenile Court, Texas Courts, Judicial, Texas
Foster parent Sherry McKinney told the court the three younger children in her care arrived with severe developmental delays and behavioral problems but have since gained stability, school attendance and medical care; she offered to provide permanency through adoption.
Ventura County, California
At the Dec. 12 Fox Canyon meeting, attorney Gary Arnold objected to a condition attached to the Bailey Ranch appeal requiring written authorization from an adjacent 50‑acre owner, saying family litigation blocks consent and the agency’s wellhead‑based allocation system is leaving 175 acres fallow; counsel for the opposing Daly family urged the board not to act today.
Public Employees Benefits Program Board Meeting, Executive Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Nevada
The Public Employees Benefits Program board approved a package of plan‑design changes (Scenario 1, with an amended out‑of‑pocket maximum alignment) intended to reduce migration into the low‑deductible PPO and produce multi‑million‑dollar savings. The motion passed after a friendly amendment; one member voted no.
Wichita County, Texas
The court reviewed regular bills including a roughly $170,000 quarterly Tyler Technologies invoice for the Odyssey Justice system, workers' compensation payments, and noted that work on a pump station has not started despite an expected June start.
Grant County, New Mexico
A county bond advisor outlined financing options for a $20M courthouse renovation versus a $36M new building, showing property‑tax and gross‑receipts scenarios and estimated mill‑levy impacts; commissioners favored pursuing state partnership and lower‑cost renovation options to limit taxpayer burden.
Lenawee County Probate & Juvenile Court, Texas Courts, Judicial, Texas
The Lenawee County Probate & Juvenile Court found clear and convincing evidence to terminate Justin King’s parental rights and committed four children to the department for adoption; the judge set a post-termination review for Jan. 6 at 10 a.m.
Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board, State Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Kansas
Members discussed options to improve practitioner safety education (de‑escalation, client safety, duty to warn) and recommended revisiting the continuing education regulation to allow qualifying safety trainings to count toward required CE rather than imposing a new mandatory hour requirement.
Seattle, King County, Washington
The committee recommended confirmation of a package of 20 volunteer appointments covering Pike Place Market governance, Pioneer Square preservation boards, Ballard Avenue Landmark District, Landmarks Preservation Board, Community Involvement Commission and Seattle Youth Commission; the committee voted unanimously to forward the appointments to full Council.
Wichita County, Texas
Officials reviewed payroll showing 2,044 overtime hours in the period (870 covering sick/vacation) and discussed ICE detainee custody billing: federal authorities have 72 hours to collect detainees and the county may bill for custody time; staffing additions were reported for the jail.
Mackinac Bridge Authority, Boards and Commissions, Organizations , Executive, Michigan
The Authority tentatively approved RS and H of Michigan for the owner's representative consultant, with member Ruth disclosing a prior employment relationship with a subcontractor (Fishbeck), resigning before staff review and recusing from the vote; board discussed budget constraints and the need for additional funding to carry the ORC through project completion.
Volusia County, Florida
Committee members expressed concern over recent county council comments suggesting limits on perpetual conservation and other program changes, and asked staff to provide annual‑report materials and outreach support to counter misunderstandings.
Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board, State Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Kansas
The committee reviewed several Kansas Administrative Regulations, recommended three editorial edits to KAR 102‑5‑9 (renewal and reinstatement) and noted no recommended changes to KAR 102‑5‑13 and KAR 102‑5‑15 at this time; the KAR 102‑5‑9 edits will be forwarded to the board.
Seattle, King County, Washington
On Dec. 12 the committee recommended passage of two landmark ordinances: council bill 121140 to impose controls on Licton Springs Park (approved 4–0) and council bill 121139 for the Stewart House (approved with one abstention); both will be transmitted to full Council on Dec. 16.
Wichita County, Texas
County staff reported three of four exit-gate card readers at the jail are inoperable due to bad underground wiring (requiring roughly 1,200 feet of replacement conduit), two rooftop units have intermittent heating issues, and offices are transitioning to new maintenance software.
Mackinac Bridge Authority, Boards and Commissions, Organizations , Executive, Michigan
The Authority agreed to instruct staff to prepare a comment on the U.S. Army Corps’ supplemental draft EIS — flagging horizontal directional drilling’s differences from the tunnel’s statutory and contractual framework — and reviewed a Michigan Supreme Court briefing schedule in the MPSC Line 5 matter.
Volusia County, Florida
The advisory committee found Little Hawk Creek and Lake Winona Road eligible for Volusia Forever and voted to move Botts Landing, Wiregrass Inn Holding and Crude Ag LLC onto the program’s A list; staff described potential matching funds and next steps for appraisals and partnerships.
Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board, State Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Kansas
Executive Director David Fye told the advisory committee the BSRB is moving licensing software to the Acela platform, has expanded staff and will require background checks for new applicants to support multistate compacts; staff will offer optional opt‑in background checks for existing licensees.
Wichita County, Texas
County officials discussed a July 1, 2025 state law that exempts counties from a 20¢/gallon motor-fuel tax and examined options — point-of-sale exemption, Comptroller refunds, and broader use of P-cards — to recover revenue and tighten tracking for 2026 procurement.
Seattle, King County, Washington
The Library's Education and Neighborhoods Committee on Dec. 12 recommended confirmation of Duane Chappell's reappointment as director of the Department of Education and Early Learning; the committee will forward the recommendation to full City Council on Dec. 16 after a unanimous committee vote.
Rock Springs City Council, Rock Springs, Sweetwater County, Wyoming
An unidentified speaker at the Rock Springs City Council noted that much of the city's building stock dates to a late-1970s/early-1980s boom, saying the city "used our revenues wisely while we had them" then but later paid less attention; the speaker argued that both the governing body and city buildings now require more maintenance, and no formal action was recorded in the provided transcript.
Scott County, Kentucky
The fiscal court approved several personnel actions: two firefighter lateral hires; a proposed attorney hire (James Judge) with salary details pending PAC confirmation; animal control promotion and hires; and part-time EMS pay increases to improve recruitment. Several items were approved by motion.
Behavioral Sciences Regulatory Board, State Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Kansas
The Meriden advisory committee reviewed survey data from marriage and family therapy licensees, noting common requests for more BSRB communication, easier reciprocity/multistate compact participation, guidance on artificial intelligence in clinical practice and improvements to investigative transparency.
Kane County, Illinois
The Kane County Energy & Environmental Committee voted to accept a pending $25,000 low-income energy-efficiency outreach grant and discussed SMART goals, TerraCycle facility tour, paint-recycling implementation and EV charger grant opportunities; the resolution passed after a roll call.
Augusta City, Richmond County, Georgia
At a Dec. 13 special session, Augusta-Richmond County commissioners debated two draft SPLOST 9 packages — a larger list and a shorter, focused option — and wrestled with how much to allocate to engineering, utilities, public safety, parks and a juvenile justice center before a Jan. 6 vote deadline.
Philomath, Benton County, Oregon
Following an OSU diagnosis that found Dutch elm disease, the Public Works Committee approved removal of the large elm in front of the library, reviewed disposal and salvage options, and agreed to signage and a replanting plan tied to Arbor Day; the motion passed 4–0.
Scott County, Kentucky
The fiscal court approved a conditional early closeout and drawdown of broadband grant funds, pending federal approval: $765,600 payable to Charter and $61,600 reimbursed to Scott County for grant administration, with final action contingent on NIST/NTIA acceptance.
Kane County, Illinois
Walter Willis of the Solid Waste Agency of Lake County briefed the Kane County Energy & Environmental Committee on Illinois Senate Bill 1398, which would phase in commercial food-scrap diversion. Committee members raised cost and implementation questions and agreed to consider a resolution of support after amended language is available.
Bangor City, Penobscot County, Maine
After staff reported the encampment population fell from roughly 40–47 to about 20, and public-safety and health leaders warned of access and transmission risks, Bangor City Council agreed to pause the Dec. 19 closure, seek railroad confirmation and reconvene Monday for a site assessment and next steps.
Philomath, Benton County, Oregon
The City of Philomath Public Works Committee voted to issue an RFP for reconstruction of 12th Street with 11th Street as an alternate after engineers reported substantially higher cost estimates; staff said SDC reimbursements and grant funds can cover the work but will require reprioritizing other projects.
Menifee City, Riverside County, California
An unidentified speaker at a Menifee City briefing said FitWell will build a 35,000-square-foot fitness center on Haughn Road featuring a museum and multipurpose center; the announcement also highlighted local businesses Savage Spin and Velo Training as promoting community wellness. No timeline, permits, or funding details were provided.
Rhinebeck, Dutchess County, New York
The board adopted an amended resolution to enforce vacation accrual caps and limit vacation buyouts to 15 days in 2026 and 10 days thereafter; staff will send personalized notices to affected employees explaining timelines and options.
Scott County, Kentucky
After rejecting an earlier bid, Scott County Fiscal Court authorized staff to rebid the county storm-shelter procurement in three parts and include alternates for electrical packages (solar/batteries or grid connection) and groundwork; court discussed generator versus solar trade-offs and passed a motion to rebid. (Motion passed by voice vote.)
Rhinebeck, Dutchess County, New York
Rhinebeck’s board approved specialty fabrication and on-call utility-service contracts, issued RFPs for a mini-park project and an independent audit, and appointed Adam Fitzpatrick as highway working supervisor with a 90-day probationary period.
Scott County, Kentucky
The Scott County Fiscal Court approved Resolution 25-18, repealing a temporary moratorium on acceptance and review of RV campground applications and restoring normal zoning permit reviews effective immediately upon passage. The resolution follows adoption of an ordinance amending local zoning. (Votes recorded by voice.)
Rhinebeck, Dutchess County, New York
Board members discussed a proposed Level 3 fast-charger in a municipal lot, Central Hudson’s pro bono assistance on primary lines, estimated installed costs and matching requirements for the New York State DEV grant, and authorized staff to proceed with planning and a task order to develop the application.
Rhinebeck, Dutchess County, New York
Consultants from Tatum Engineering and c+g a presented an EECBG-funded energy study recommending a phased approach: near-term heat-pump replacements, ventilation and controls (phase 1) and deeper envelope work (phase 2), with a final costed report due by year-end.
Rhinebeck, Dutchess County, New York
Cornell Cooperative Extension summarized a 2025 resilience assessment for Rhinebeck, noted the village’s Silver Climate Smart Communities certification and recommended actions including stormwater planning, mapping vulnerable populations, training staff on risk-mapping tools, and pursuing FEMA and NYSERDA grants.
Rhinebeck, Dutchess County, New York
Speakers at the Village of Rhinebeck’s December meeting said no final decision had been made about the village tree or menorah, and volunteers and organizations stepped forward — including a local fire-department member and the Rhinebeck Rotary — to ensure lights and a menorah are installed for the season.
Orland Park, Cook County, Illinois
Orland Park approved a minor, state‑requested wording change to its grocery tax ordinance (Chapter 26, Title 7) after staff said the state accepted the earlier ordinance but requested a one‑sentence technical edit.
Orland Park, Cook County, Illinois
The Orland Park Village Board voted to halt new fiber‑optic construction permits after subcontractors struck existing utility lines, cutting service to about 300 homes for roughly seven hours; the board directed staff and the village attorney to draft stricter installation rules.
Palo Alto, Santa Clara County, California
City staff briefed the committee on vulnerability work, a horizontal levee pilot under construction, and a Santa Clara County-led subregional plan funded by a $2.6 million Ocean Protection Council grant to meet SB 272 requirements for shoreline adaptation planning.
Palo Alto, Santa Clara County, California
City staff told the Climate Action and Sustainability Committee they identified 26 city buildings with gas equipment and proposed a design RFP for a five-site pilot (College Terrace Library, Downtown Library, Art Center, Ventura Community Center, Golf Course Pro Shop) to test full electrification and inform broader rollout.
Baker, East Baton Rouge Parish, Louisiana
The City of Baker’s 2025 Christmas parade drew residents, marching bands, first responders and elected officials, with Anthony Kenny serving as grand marshal and Mayor Darnell Waits appearing in the procession. Hosts Tony King and Audrey Perry closed the live Baker Media broadcast after Santa’s arrival.
Delhi Hills Town Council, Delhi Hills, Hamilton County, Ohio
Trustees accepted two fire‑department resignations, promoted a police officer to corporal and heard fire‑department statistics showing about 350 runs in November and average response times near five minutes. Chief Campbell highlighted a quick response to a garage fire and praised staff.
Delhi Hills Town Council, Delhi Hills, Hamilton County, Ohio
Delhi Township trustees adopted the 2026 appropriations ordinance and a bundle of routine year‑end resolutions Dec. 10, 2025, including pay rates, collective‑bargaining changes for firefighters, spending authority, and contracts for waste and county equipment. All measures passed on motions to dispense with second readings.
Northampton City, Hampshire County, Massachusetts
The Northampton Zoning Board of Appeals granted a special permit allowing a two‑story rear addition at 13 Wilson Ave (Map ID 32 C 093). The board found the additional rear setback encroachment would not be substantially more detrimental to the neighborhood and voted 3–0 after closing the public hearing.
Elkhart Community Schools, School Boards, Indiana
Event is a school spelling bee for Elkhart Community Schools (non-civic school event).
Ashland, Boyd County, Kentucky
The Ashland Board of City Commissioners voted to suspend timed downtown parking from Dec. 22 through Jan. 9 to allow the police chief to collect license-plate reader data; the suspension excludes residential downtown parking, handicap spaces and loading zones and the chief will report back at the Jan. 8 meeting.
Delhi Hills Town Council, Delhi Hills, Hamilton County, Ohio
Trustees presented a memento to retired firefighter Pete Pritchard as grand marshal of the Delhi Christmas parade. Marketing reported roughly 2,000 people through the event center for the holiday jamboree and listed upcoming community events and tree‑recycling dates.
Talking Rock, Pickens County, Georgia
Town maintenance reported hauling rotting hay, removing a Trail of Tears painting for safekeeping, and replacing AC filters; the mayor highlighted a successful chili cook-off and the new Talking Rock sign as community assets.
Ashland, Boyd County, Kentucky
At its Dec. 12 recess meeting, the Ashland Board of City Commissioners approved multiple second-read ordinances — including grant agreements and contracts funded by CDBG and a DOT grant amendment — and confirmed an appointment to the tourism board; a brief executive session produced no action.
Eaton County, Michigan
Equalization director Tim reported countywide assessed value increases for 2026 (overall SEV up ~5.66%; residential +6.71%), noted limited remaining development parcels in Delta Township, and warned sales of solar and data centers can skew agricultural valuations; commissioners asked about local zoning and potential negative effects on surrounding SEV.
Talking Rock, Pickens County, Georgia
The Talking Rock council reviewed November financials, discussed a recent bank change to Renaissance Bank, and noted ledger balances across operating and restricted accounts; the council recorded a motion to accept the financial report though the transcript does not show a roll-call tally.
Sun City West, Maricopa County, Arizona
CIP manager Herschel Workman reported that a previously unknown hump in the Lizard Acres Pub floor (near the dartboards) was identified after remodeling and has been repaired; directors asked questions and were satisfied the issue was addressed.
Talking Rock, Pickens County, Georgia
At its final 2025 meeting, the Talking Rock mayor and council approved the proposed fiscal year 2026 budget following a public hearing; the budget lists special projects that will be defined and coordinated with local departments, including the Talking Rock fire department.
Sun City West, Maricopa County, Arizona
After director concerns about visibility into large contracts, the CFO proposed and the board agreed to a monthly capital summary (projects over $100,000) listing project status, POs and vendors; directors can request deeper briefings for high‑profile projects prior to contract execution.
LaSalle County, Illinois
The County Property committee approved November minutes, approved payment of general and courthouse grounds bills, and adjourned. Motions were made and carried by voice vote; no roll-call tallies were recorded in the transcript.
Sun City West, Maricopa County, Arizona
Directors reviewed several properties committee redlines (FAO‑1, FAO‑2, FAO‑5, FAO‑9), agreed to move most to a vote next week and asked the properties committee to revisit FAO‑6 (allocation of space/rental) for clearer definitions around non‑chartered clubs and political use.
LaSalle County, Illinois
Officials said a treasurer’s office preconstruction plan will move staff to a temporary lower‑level office (work begins Jan. 6), downtown courthouse masonry work will pause for winter and resume in spring, and the jail chiller/AC procurement is scheduled to go out Feb. 12 after a 50% review.
Public Utilities Commission, Governor's Boards and Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Colorado
The Public Utilities Commission set the format for a remote, interactive technical workshop on the company’s 2021 near-term procurement portfolio for Dec. 18–19 and set a Jan. 12, 2026 deadline for responsive comments. Parties sought longer questioning slots, advance written questions and clearer handling for confidential material and transmission expertise.
Eaton County, Michigan
Administration told Ways & Means Windsor Township and Oneida Township renewals are uncertain; staff proposed a model that prices deputies with a 15% admin fee plus 21% command surcharge and suggested quadrant/regional pooling so neighboring townships can share deputies and command resources.
NISKAYUNA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
Committee heard a presentation on revenue and expense drivers, including foundation aid growth from under $15M to about $28M, a roughly 60% reliance on property taxes, plans to add ~69 FTE in recent years, and early assumptions for the 2026–27 budget cycle.
Sun City West, Maricopa County, Arizona
The Sun City West Governing Board agreed to place three properties committee recommendations — a teaching/commercial kitchen, RH Johnson Courtyard renovation and platform tennis repairs — on next week’s agenda for formal consideration and possible inclusion in the FY27 capital budget.
LaSalle County, Illinois
Wesley told the committee clogged ejector pumps at county facilities knocked out backups, a nursing‑home mattress‑carrying incident exposed a fall hazard now temporarily braced, and a new full‑time maintenance hire will start next week; Wesley also reported generator inspection quotes that range from about $3,000 to $15,500.
Eaton County, Michigan
Sheriff Tom Reich and staff urged forwarding a five‑year amended contract with Axon (body‑worn cameras, tasers, interview‑room recording, VR training) to the full board, arguing cost effectiveness and vendor continuity; commissioners expressed concern about price increases and lack of competitive bids. Committee voted to send the contract to the full board for final approval.
Eaton County, Michigan
Commissioners praised Controller/Administrator Connie Sobey’s budget leadership during a difficult cycle and voted to move a contract renewal and a $20,000 base bonus to the full board, with a focus on succession planning and continued communication improvements.
Cheyenne, Laramie County, Wyoming
Consultants told the Cheyenne City Council that the airport’s master plan is three‑quarters complete and recommends projects tied to demand triggers over a 20‑year horizon, noting facilities are generally sound but some airfield and terminal elements are deficient. Councilors pressed on marketing, the old terminal and landscaping; no formal actions were taken.
LaSalle County, Illinois
LaSalle County maintenance staff told the property committee Dec. 12 that repeated plow and truck failures forced workarounds during recent snowfalls even as crews finished a full park leaf cleanup and installed two propane generators to provide emergency heat and limited power.
Eaton County, Michigan
Treasurer Darius Reyna told the Ways & Means Committee that class‑action and opt‑out claims stemming from pre‑2020 foreclosures total roughly $1.37 million now, and a pending U.S. Supreme Court case could raise potential liability over $4 million in a worst‑case estimate, exceeding current foreclosure fund balances.
Camden County, Georgia
At a Camden County special called meeting, public commenters alleged a tentative millage rate was set through phone calls without a formal vote and questioned potential Open Meetings Act violations; the board met in executive session on litigation, reconvened and took no public action.
Hot Springs, Fall River County, South Dakota
After a nearly four-hour public hearing, the Hot Springs City Council voted unanimously to authorize state and federal funding applications for a proposed $27 million wastewater treatment plant upgrade while promising further discussion about whether treated effluent will continue to be sent to local irrigation ponds or discharged to the Fall River.
Camden County, Georgia
Julie Haegler, grants manager for the Camden County Board of Commissioners, described how grants are identified, applied for and managed; she said awards typically take three to six months, projects commonly span about two years, and "since May 2016, the county has received over $16,000,000 in grant funding."
Talking Rock, Pickens County, Georgia
At a public hearing on the proposed FY2026 budget, residents urged Talking Rock leaders to reinstate a prior $3,000 annual allotment for the volunteer fire department and to create an emergency fund for flood repairs; the mayor said staff will investigate and consult the fire chief, with no vote taken.
Iowa County, Iowa
During Public Hearing No. 2, the board heard citizen comment supporting designation of PSS/EMS as an essential service; one supervisor said she would vote to declare the service essential but not to introduce a new levy rate, underscoring a split between policy declaration and a potential tax increase.
Department of Agriculture, State Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Colorado
The commission appointed five members to the Seed Potato Advisory Committee to fill expiring terms and approved two Bureau of Animal Protection agent commissions; both actions passed by voice vote.
Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
Personnel requested nine interim positions to sustain an LAPD hiring unit; LAPD said a December class (Class 56) will start Dec. 15 and that delays could cause some candidates to lose eligibility because some test parts expire after one year. The committee held the item for further information.
Department of Agriculture, State Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Colorado
Under authority of SB 24‑055, CDA has formed a 15‑member Ag Behavioral Health work group to collect best practices, identify gaps, and recommend actions to the legislature; the work group has met monthly and is hosting a summit with 90+ registrants and multiple community partners.
Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
Staff presented a request for nine new positions to support a police recruitment unit and discussed candidate pools and academy class sizes (a December class of 56, typical class averages near 34); committee members agreed to pause some requests pending more information.
Department of Agriculture, State Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Colorado
The commission voted to raise fruit and vegetable inspection fees roughly 4% (13.5¢ to 14¢ per 100 weight) and the hourly inspection rate from $47 to $49, following a presentation noting step increases and inflation-driven costs. Industry advisory groups signaled support for gradual increases.
NISKAYUNA CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
An internal audit presented Dec. 12 found widespread tagging gaps and location mismatches in Niskayuna Central School District’s fixed‑asset records. The district will centralize tagging, draft a corrective action plan and complete a physical inventory by June 30, 2026.
Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
CAO staff reported 245 employees occupying substitute authorities citywide — exactly 200 in LAPD — and personnel described voluntary roadshows to educate and explore alternative placements; the committee held the item with no action.
California Volunteers, Agencies under Office of the Governor, Executive, California
This transcript documents a ceremonial holiday tree-lighting and community service announcements, not a civic meeting with motions, votes, or formal agenda items; no articles generated.
Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
Staff described rollout of a voluntary overtime bank within Workday (Worktave) launched Nov. 16, noted integration and validation issues with payroll and monitoring systems, and discussed vendor fixes and retroactive acceptance of records to Aug. 24.
Department of Agriculture, State Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Colorado
CDA staff briefed commissioners on proposed budget reductions, reorganization requests, and a legislative package that includes expanding an agricultural loan program for land conservation, changes to the community food access tax credit, a pesticide disposal enterprise funded by modest registration fees, and broader allowable uses for the livestock indemnity fund.
Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
City staff reported the voluntary overtime bank (VOB) for LAPD launched Nov. 16, Workday–OLOTS integrations are being tested to accept retroactive dates back to Aug. 24, compliance fixes for the 171‑hour rule were implemented, and ITA and departments described a months‑long path to replace legacy scheduling systems or run an RFP if needed.
Department of Agriculture, State Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Colorado
The Department of Agriculture’s new Ag Stewardship Tax Credit program reached capacity within roughly 1 minute 52 seconds of opening; staff said $3,000,000 in credits were fully requested and a $2,000,000 waitlist opened. Officials described a layered review and verification process to confirm eligibility and practices.
Kent, King County, Washington
The city promoted civic education (Kent A to Z, Kent 101), a student-led Game of Life conference for about 250 students, WinterFest and a downtown scavenger hunt, and reminded residents of a holiday food drive and senior center Santa mailbox.
Kent, King County, Washington
Kent officials celebrated opening of Kent Des Moines and Star Lake stations on the Federal Way Link Extension, noting inaugural rides, community events and service details including near-daily hours and a roughly 45-minute trip to downtown Seattle.
Brookings, Curry County, Oregon
At a special Brookings City Council meeting, councilors settled on interviewing three applicants at a Dec. 12 session, asked the city manager to draft interview questions and will have the city attorney review them; no appointments were made.