What happened on Sunday, 14 December 2025
Arlington County, Virginia
The board authorized staff to advertise public hearings on proposed amendments to the county�s sign regulations (Article 13 and Article 18) and related County Code changes. The review covers sidewalk signs, temporary/median signs, off-premise advertising and changeable-copy standards, and will include additional community outreach ahead of hearings.
Arlington County, Virginia
After hours of public testimony, the Arlington County Board unanimously approved a rezoning and multiple site plans for the River House redevelopment, advancing 743 near-term new units and a long-range plan that could add up to 4,466 units, new parks and a multi-segment green ribbon. Board members accepted a hybrid 15th Street Spur design that preserves nearby on-street parking while advancing an ADA-accessible green route.
Perris, Riverside County, California
City of Perris’ 30th annual Christmas parade featured more than 90 entries, school bands, veterans groups, city departments and a Santa appearance; Mayor Michael Vargas and council members rode in the procession and offered holiday greetings. Organizers thanked volunteers and announced judging at the broadcast booth.
Birmingham Community Charter High District, School Districts, California
Trustees approved the consent agenda including overnight athletic trips, multiple sunshine/successor agreements and a revised investment policy (roll call recorded for the investment-policy vote).
California Volunteers, Agencies under Office of the Governor, Executive, California
California Attorney General Rob Bonta visited a San Francisco school with AmeriCorps Reading Partners to highlight childhood literacy, note a recent federal funding dispute over AmeriCorps that was resolved by litigation, and urge volunteers to sign up.
Arlington County, Virginia
Following study and debate, the County Board set Arlington�s authorized hookup-and-initial-tow fee at $160, citing regional analyses and local market factors. The board also added a requirement that tow trucks display a placard listing fees; the change passed unanimously.
Birmingham Community Charter High District, School Districts, California
Administration reviewed SARC data, CAST performance, enrollment/attendance trends and FAFSA/college-application rates; trustees heard a proposed expansion of the BBA program toward an early-college pathway and discussed supports for students.
Birmingham Community Charter High District, School Districts, California
Board auditors reported no findings and a healthy liquidity position; trustees were briefed on delayed state and federal revenues and grant applications while staff outlined budget timing ahead of the governor’s January proposal.
Addison, DuPage County, Illinois
The Village of Addison's Shop with the Hero event brought police officers, firefighters and volunteers together with families at a local Walmart for holiday shopping, gift wrapping and coat distribution. Village leaders thanked sponsors and outlined checkout and pairing logistics for children.
Bayonne City, Hudson County, New Jersey
At its Dec. 1 meeting the City of Bayonne Planning Board approved several redevelopment plans and non-condemnation 'areas in need' studies across the city, including proposals on Avenue A/West 22nd, Avenue E, Prospect Avenue and multiple Broadway and West 50th–55th sites; consultants cited smart-growth, transit proximity and environmental/assembly constraints as rationales.
Bayonne City, Hudson County, New Jersey
The Bayonne Planning Board approved the Hudson County Improvement Authority’s plan for a consumer-choice, appointment-based food pantry at 685–689 Broadway. The 13,000-sq.-ft. facility will include freezers, a licensed teaching kitchen and prioritized appointment slots for Bayonne residents; construction is expected mid‑2026.
Luzerne County, Pennsylvania
During the town hall, residents asked members of Congress about artificial‑intelligence profiling of vulnerable people, preservation of Public Service Loan Forgiveness, and ways federal farm programs can better support small and medium farms in Pennsylvania.
Washoe County, Nevada
The Washoe County Parcel Map Review Committee unanimously approved a tentative two‑lot split for a 4.75‑acre property at 15735 Fawn Lane on Dec. 11, 2025, after staff found the proposal met low‑density suburban standards and Truckee Meadows Fire Protection District emergency access requirements. There were no public comments.
Luzerne County, Pennsylvania
Members of Congress at a Scranton town hall warned that expiring Affordable Care Act premium tax credits and proposed Medicaid and SNAP cuts would raise premiums, push people off coverage and strain rural hospitals; they urged short‑term extension of subsidies and local organizing as remedies.