What happened on Friday, 19 December 2025
RSU 40/MSAD 40, School Districts, Maine
RSU 40/MSAD 40 board approved a lease-purchase for a new school bus ($180,822.95), reclassified an in‑school suspension position to special education (no added cost), and approved two policies for first reading; two executive sessions were held and produced no public action.
City of Chicago SD 299, School Boards, Illinois
During the Dec. 18 hearing, public speakers urged the board to address transportation barriers at Whittier Elementary, provide discreet lice-treatment resources, invest in accessibility, adopt a youth-led restorative-justice pipeline, and support North River Elementary's requested expansion and program growth.
City of Chicago SD 299, School Boards, Illinois
The Chicago Board of Education held a Bond Issue Notification Act hearing Dec. 18 to receive public comment on authorizing up to $1.8 billion in general obligation alternate revenue source bonds to finance capital projects; the board was scheduled to vote later the same day.
RSU 40/MSAD 40, School Districts, Maine
Novo Studio Architects and EEI presented space-optimization findings and preliminary financing options for a planned Valley High School renovation, emphasizing asbestos remediation, updated science labs, accessible restrooms, secure entry sequencing and a fiscally constrained scope tied to state revolving funds.
Town of Danvers, Essex County, Massachusetts
Northeast Arc staff described local residential homes, retail and internship programs that support people with disabilities and said most funding comes from state Medicaid, flagging possible cuts to clinical nursing that serves medically complex children.
Forsyth County, North Carolina
Forsyth County approved a waterline easement across county property to the city of Winston‑Salem to serve the new Horizons Residential Care Center, avoiding an extra month delay in occupancy; board added the item to the agenda and approved it unanimously.
Loudon County, Tennessee
County counsel advised withdrawing the lawsuit against Republic and re-filing if needed after the contractor completes paving and opens a new dumping cell; staff said payments are imminent and that litigation is costly.
Norwalk School District, School Districts, Connecticut
Teachers and district coaches told the Norwalk Board of Education curriculum committee that a pedagogy called Building Thinking Classrooms — using vertical whiteboards, randomized triads and metacognitive routines — increased student engagement and showed early Smarter Balanced growth in three pilot schools.
Forsyth County, North Carolina
Forsyth County approved a set of contracts and leases Dec. 18 including a 5‑year copier lease with Kelly Office Solutions (up to $191,391.93 per year), a five‑year network switch/security contract with Worldwide Technology LLC (not to exceed $1,899,999.95), a 5‑year lease for Tanglewood Park Clubhouse management with Southern Harvest Hospitality Group, and a 3‑year benefits consulting contract with Marsha McLennan Agency LLC at $40,000 per year.
City of Chicago SD 299, School Boards, Illinois
The Chicago Board of Education held a public hearing Dec. 18, 2025, to receive comments on a proposal to authorize up to $1.8 billion in general-obligation alternate-revenue-source bonds. Staff outlined the three-step issuance process and said any sale would be discussed in a later resolution.
Environmental Service Department, State Government Agencies, Executive, New Hampshire
DES described a Saint-Gobain on-site wastewater treatment train (installed ~2019) that reduced PFAS before discharge; residues were sent to a third party for disposal, not land application. Commissioners discussed land-application risks, a proposed five-year moratorium on agricultural sludge spreading, and DES water-division staff reviewed progress on surface-water PFAS criteria and EPA interaction.
Laredo, Webb County, Texas
A Dec. 18, 2025 meeting of the City of Laredo Planning and Zoning Commission was recessed after commissioners determined there was no quorum; no votes or decisions were taken and staff will reschedule applicants, the transcript shows.
Lawrence City, Marion County, Indiana
Staff reported that the Oakland And Economic Development Area resolution cleared council but missed the public-notice window and will come back in January. Developers are exploring Oakland parcels, including interest in a 4% tax-credit project of about 150 units; staff also previewed a Pinto To Pike overlay draft and a Pendleton Pike planting plan for early spring.
Forsyth County, North Carolina
Forsyth County authorized acceptance of $187,400 from the N.C. Department of Transportation (Division of Aviation) and approved a fourth amendment to an Avcon Engineers & Planners contract (not to exceed $179,625) for environmental services on Taxi Lane Lima and the ramp at Smith Reynolds Airport; the board approved the item unanimously.
Lawrence City, Marion County, Indiana
The Lawrence City Economic Redevelopment Commission approved Nov. 20 minutes, the month's claims and its 2026 meeting dates in a Dec. 18 meeting. Approvals were by voice vote; the transcript does not include roll-call tallies.
Loudon County, Tennessee
Public commenters told the commission they have been forwarding photos of muddy road conditions and received little reply; county officials said complaints should be filed to Republic for documentation and Tony Akins acknowledged some submissions.
Forsyth County, North Carolina
Forsyth County accepted a $2.65 million negotiated offer from MedSolutions Compounding Pharmacy Inc. for the Hall of Justice property; commissioners discussed using proceeds for affordable housing but county attorney said such uses likely require General Assembly authorization or a referendum.
Boards and Commissions, Pflugerville City, Travis County, Texas
Staff reported near completion of 1849 Park with a projected March opening, described Murchison and Kelly Lane park progress, highlighted volunteer programs (MLK Day cleanups, Trail Friends) and recapped Deutsch and Fest attendance and vendor feedback.
Loudon County, Tennessee
County staff described delayed paving, two of three catch basins installed, rock-and-rumble measures and a new dumping pad intended to stop sediment from leaving the landfill; officials said weather determines final timing but aim to finish before the New Year.
Nashoba Regional School District, School Boards, Massachusetts
Committee members said the site tour showed dramatic changes and contractors reported the project is roughly 25–30% complete (schedule- and dollar-wise). Exterior metal panels and masonry veneer work will continue through winter under heated tents.
Environmental Service Department, State Government Agencies, Executive, New Hampshire
Commissioners urged DHHS and partners to compile health data and engage academic authors after a University of Arizona PFAS study; DHHS said staffing and federal grant uncertainty limit immediate public-facing work and recommended academic partnerships and inviting the study authors to explain methods.
Forsyth County, North Carolina
Forsyth County adopted an updated countywide procurement policy after removing a paragraph on informal solicitation; a substitute motion to require certified HUB/MWBE solicitation for procurements over $10,000 failed and the board asked staff and legal to report back on options and staffing by early March.
State Water Resources Control Board, Agencies under Office of the Governor, Executive, California
The State Water Resources Control Board presented a conceptual point‑based fee methodology Dec. 8 to assign water quality certification applications to five fee tiers based on permit type, impact size, alternatives analysis and other factors; staff seek written comments by Dec. 29 and plan further stakeholder meetings in spring.
Boards and Commissions, Pflugerville City, Travis County, Texas
The commission approved a proposed wayfinding/sign family design from Studio 1619 that standardizes monument, vehicular and pedestrian signs (powder-coated aluminum and iZone panels) and allows phased implementation; staff will supply cheaper in‑house options and finalize cost figures from fabricators.
Environmental Service Department, State Government Agencies, Executive, New Hampshire
At the December commission meeting DES said 791 point-of-entry treatment systems have been installed (754 complete per testing), described waterline-extension work in Londonderry and elsewhere, and outlined sampling and site-investigation steps tied to the Saint-Gobain consent decree.
Forsyth County, North Carolina
Forsyth County commissioners approved a special‑use rezoning to allow Keystone Group to build a three‑story, 12‑unit apartment building on a 0.72–0.73 acre lot adjacent to Wahlberg Landing; the planning board had unanimously recommended approval and no speakers opposed at the county public hearing.
Nashoba Regional School District, School Boards, Massachusetts
The Michelle Ford Regional High School building committee approved invoices totaling $5,453,736.25, including a large construction invoice of $5,119,308.80; committee members said the invoices align with contract terms and voted to pay as presented.
United Nations
Responding to a question about a recent phone call with Venezuela’s president, the Secretary‑General described the situation as very tense and appealed for de‑escalation, dialogue and full respect for international law.
Boards and Commissions, Pflugerville City, Travis County, Texas
Park Hill presented a feasibility study showing Pflugerville is denying roughly 11% of requested field hours and faces deficits in baseball/softball and rectangular fields that translate to tens of acres; consultants estimated $80M–$147M (excludes land) depending on the time horizon and recommended phasing, land acquisition and bond planning.
Springfield City, Hampden County, Massachusetts
Students from multiple Springfield schools spoke about academics and activities; the committee recognized four schools for MCAS gains and honored long-serving members Christopher Collins, Attorney Peter Murphy and Josiah Gonzalez for their service.
MANHASSET UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
Volunteers with Project Share told the board they support 155 students districtwide and raised nearly $26,000 in 10 days for holiday gift cards, groceries and essentials; organizers described anonymous referrals through school social workers.
Springfield City, Hampden County, Massachusetts
The committee approved a policy to expand career-exploration activities across grades 6–8 and to use those experiences to inform high-school choices, including expanded opportunities to visit CTE programs and roadshows at middle schools.
Nashoba Regional School District, School Boards, Massachusetts
Select Energy has 'safe-harbored' the proposed solar project and the state Department of Public Utilities issued guidance that may ease National Grid curtailment for small municipal projects. The building committee will wait for a technical model and return in spring with recommendations; final contracts would require school committee approval.
Smyrna, Rutherford County, Tennessee
The Town of Smyrna Public Works Department said it has equipped trucks and crews to treat roughly 300 miles of roadway, will prioritize bridges and major arterials, and reminded residents that salt is ineffective below about 17°F; Smyrna Police will escort plows and residents were urged to keep ATVs off roads.
Churchill County, Nevada
The board decided to take more time to study CIPA implications after director said grant language was refocused on library revitalization; the board set Jan. 22, 2026 as the next meeting, approved November budget and gift fund reports and voted to close the library Dec. 24, 2025.
MANHASSET UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
A student senate report described a spike in mental‑health strain tied to heavy schedules and nine‑period days; the board responded by proposing a survey, workshop, task force and budget considerations to support student wellness.
United Nations
U.N. Secretary-General said the latest IPC food-security report shows famine has been pushed back and that the U.N. is delivering more than 1.5 million hot meals daily, but warned that about 1,600,000 people in Gaza—over 75%—remain at extreme risk and urged a durable ceasefire and unhindered humanitarian access.
Springfield City, Hampden County, Massachusetts
The committee ratified a memorandum of agreement between Springfield Public Schools and United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW) Local 1459 covering school security guards; the superintendent said both sides negotiated and members ratified the agreement.
Churchill County, Nevada
Director John Hong reported $4,457 in state collection-development funding to help cover Hoopla costs, a grant for 14 Penworthy "Staying Sharp" and "STEAM to Go" kits, a plan to buy Microsoft Office licenses at $40 per public computer, new focus groups for programming and an Applied AI series starting Jan. 20.
United Nations
An unidentified resident testified that displaced families in Khan Yunis are living in soaked, humid tents near trash during winter, with at least one mother of five and a newborn affected; the speaker said access to food is not sufficient and described the situation as dire.
Churchill County, Nevada
Tammy Westergaard, a former state librarian, briefed the Churchill County Library Board on statutorily required trustee training modules and recommended monthly discussion of each module; staff will prepare printed binders and provide logins for the online coursework.
United Nations
An unidentified speaker said about 1.6 million people in Gaza—more than 75% of the population—are projected to face extreme food insecurity, described collapsing infrastructure and called for a full ceasefire and a clear path toward a two-state solution.
United Nations
A draft resolution contained in document S/2025/824 was put to a formal vote and received 15 votes in favor; an unidentified speaker announced it was adopted unanimously as Resolution 2808. The transcript does not identify the governing body, mover, or subsequent actions.
Woodbridge Township School District, School Districts, New Jersey
The Woodbridge Board of Education adopted the superintendent's agenda, approved recommendations from several committees (communication, curriculum, finance, dining/transportation, equity) and the personnel committee's 35 items; one abstention was recorded on personnel item 14 by Board Member Trebwasser.
Scottsdale, Maricopa County, Arizona
Commissioners debated meeting format and asked for briefer presentations and more time to deliberate; the commission voted unanimously to request a fund‑balance/reserve roll‑forward report at the treasurer's sole discretion.
MANHASSET UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
The board added a section on artificial intelligence to its acceptable‑use policy, permitting district‑approved AI platforms when supervised by instructors and vetted by the cybersecurity/data‑privacy officer; rollout to faculty and monitoring by departments were described.
MANHASSET UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
Board members reviewed design, rising costs and procurement options for an athletic‑hallway renovation estimated near $500,000; community boosters have raised $85,000 and a $125,000 DASNY grant is earmarked for showcases.
Springfield City, Hampden County, Massachusetts
Deputy Superintendent Jose Escobano presented a district-wide family-engagement plan highlighting home visits, a shift away from punitive attendance measures, an enrollment/balloting software rollout, a translation-hardware pilot funded by the state, and a January parent academy and fair for family outreach.
Scottsdale, Maricopa County, Arizona
City Treasurer Sonia Andrews told the Budget Review Commission the city’s recent surplus reflects large one‑time items — federal stimulus and land‑sale proceeds — and urged maintaining reserves as inflation and wage pressures could push expenditures up in 2026 and beyond.
Woodbridge Township School District, School Districts, New Jersey
Student representatives updated the board on district school events, FCCLA competition results and community service: JFK students reported 34 competition medals, large food and tab drives, $1,600 raised for Covenant House, and an Angel Tree fundraiser seeking community donations before the end of the year.
State Water Resources Control Board, Agencies under Office of the Governor, Executive, California
Researchers at the panel discussed tradeoffs between the simpler, transparent AmenosR metric and more complex SWAT/SWAP models, and many speakers said current reporting lacks acreage and location detail needed for precise regional accounting.
Woodbridge Township School District, School Districts, New Jersey
A tenured Avenel Middle School teacher, Everett Jackson, told the Woodbridge Board of Education he is a SIPA whistleblower, alleging retaliation after refusing to participate in a book‑banning effort. Superintendent Dr. Massimino and an administrator said the novel in question, The Pearl, is on the district's approved list and that the allegation was investigated.
Judiciary, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Committees, Legislative, Georgia
Emily Youngo, who described roughly a decade of service in court administration, was unanimously confirmed by a joint House and Senate Judiciary committee vote to serve as clerk of the business court following brief questioning and committee endorsements.
Springfield City, Hampden County, Massachusetts
The Springfield School Committee approved a revised Career and Technical Education (Chapter 74) admissions policy that shifts placement to a public random lottery and rolls the policy out districtwide for all CTE programs; the district plans outreach and new balloting software in January.
Holyoke City, Hampden County, Massachusetts
The committee considered a 2022 order to install storm‑warning lights and a 2022 order to add pedestrian‑yield signage; engineering estimated $1,500–$2,500 per storm light and $200 per pedestrian sign and recommended location lists and consultant analysis; the committee tabled and/or recommended leave to withdraw as appropriate.
MANHASSET UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
At its Dec. meeting the Manhasset Board heard a budget presentation showing a $115 million plan heavily funded by local taxpayers and warned that rebidding transportation contracts could add $1.2M–$1.8M in costs, forcing tough tradeoffs under the state tax cap.
Judiciary, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Committees, Legislative, Georgia
The joint House and Senate Judiciary committees unanimously approved Frank O'Connell, the state revenue commissioner, to be chief judge of the newly created Georgia Tax Court after a hearing in which he described his long service at the Department of Revenue and pledged to issue clear, reliable rulings.
Grayson County, Kentucky
A public commenter urged the commissioners to consider the treatment of migrants and to show hospitality to strangers; a staffer for Congressman Barr introduced himself and said the office will plan a January meet-and-greet in the county.
Northampton County, Pennsylvania
The Northampton County Council unanimously approved a five‑year congregate‑meal contract with Metz Culinary Management, LLC (estimated $430,000/year) and accepted multiple donations for senior services and Gracedale residents totaling several thousand dollars.
Dickson County, School Districts, Tennessee
The board honored bus driver Jeff Hall, staff who aided 38 children, Project ADAM achievements for nursing, and multiple student-team accomplishments across athletics and CTE programs during the Dec. 18 meeting.
State Water Resources Control Board, Agencies under Office of the Governor, Executive, California
Community representatives described widespread nitrate contamination in small, majority‑Latino rural communities and urged the expert panel to recommend enforceable numeric limits and stronger protections alongside outreach and funding for affected areas.
Northampton County, Pennsylvania
On Dec. 18, 2025, the Northampton County Council voted 6–3 to override County Executive McClure’s veto of an ordinance amending Administrative Code Article 13, Section 13.09 (competitive negotiations). The veto and override centered on separation-of-powers and Sunshine Act concerns.
Dickson County, School Districts, Tennessee
The board postponed consideration of a server protection and endpoint-security purchase because staff had not yet received a vendor quote; the motion to postpone until January passed by voice vote.
Holyoke City, Hampden County, Massachusetts
Councilor David Bartley urged installation of protective wraparound barriers at the Holyoke railroad platform after observing evidence people were sleeping there; the committee tabled the item pending an engineering update and agreed to add Chair Jenny Rivera as a co‑sponsor to keep the order active.
State Water Resources Control Board, Agencies under Office of the Governor, Executive, California
The State Water Resources Control Board�expert panel outlined a schedule for draft recommendations (expected Feb. 26, 2026), public comment windows and demoed a public data-visualization and nitrate-risk map intended to support regional rulemaking.
Dickson County, School Districts, Tennessee
The board approved several second-read policy edits, approved first-read policies on graduation and family-life education, and authorized multiple school field trips (some contingent on receipt of itineraries).
Dickson County, School Districts, Tennessee
The board accepted the district's December monthly finance reports and was told the prior fiscal-year audit is expected to be publicly released in January or February; school activity-fund audits have not been fully submitted.
Dickson County, School Districts, Tennessee
Dickson County School Board approved purchase of three Career & Technical Education vehicles purchased with Innovative School Model grant funding; staff said the grant began at about $1.1 million and also funds some salaries.
Dickson County, School Districts, Tennessee
The board voted Dec. 18 to approve a revised facilities focus to share with the county commission, removing a line about "general maintenance beyond the scope of an annual budget" after members warned it could create unrealistic expectations.
Grayson County, Kentucky
The Grayson County Commissioners unanimously approved multiple routine items including budgets, bonds, an audit acceptance, a small county-road closure and a $7,717.45 invoice for a new DMS office; the meeting also included public comment urging compassion for migrants and a congressional staffer’s introduction.
Medical Lake, Spokane County, Washington
The Medical Lake Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend proposed municipal code changes to the city council, including reorganizing development regulations into Title 19 and updating amendment criteria; legal counsel ruled a requested continuance untimely, and staff will forward materials to council for the ordinance process.
Holyoke City, Hampden County, Massachusetts
The Public Safety Committee sent a proposal to implement paid parking and perimeter fencing at two downtown lots to full City Council, forwarded parking enforcement and striping tasks to DPW and police, and tabled several parking‑related items pending engineering lists or funding.
Insurance, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Committees, Legislative, Georgia
Industry witnesses told the committee that commercial and specialty markets are under pressure, citing large premium increases for motor coaches and constrained umbrella/excess capacity; a small‑employer speaker urged wider use of individual coverage HRAs as a policy tool.
FAYETTEVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, Arkansas
The Fayetteville School District board approved the consent agenda and voted unanimously (7–0) to adopt revisions to policy 5.09 (school choice) and to enact minor elementary boundary adjustments affecting Asbell, Butterfield and Leverett (approximately 50 students shifted between schools).
Brookshire City, Waller County, Texas
Council tabled consideration of retaining outside counsel to pursue collection of Brook Hotel occupancy-tax funds after staff reported new correspondence from the hotel that raised questions about ownership information in the packet.
FAYETTEVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, Arkansas
District consultants and staff presented the six‑year 2026 facility master plan, explaining application milestones for state funds and listing nearly $10 million in potential system grants this cycle (approvals expected next summer). Board Q&A focused on project scope, timelines and prior cycles.
Madison City, Jefferson County, Indiana
Officials said year-to-date redevelopment receipts are ahead of projections, described downtown and housing gains and outlined code-enforcement and preservation efforts; the commission also scheduled an executive session in January and recognized a departing member.
Carmel, Hamilton County, Indiana
Carmel hearing officers approved the Third Avenue Residences development plan and three variances (buffer yard, building height, street trees) for an eight‑unit condominium project, subject to engineering sign‑offs and a fencing/landscaping plan agreed with adjacent neighbors.
Holyoke City, Hampden County, Massachusetts
The Public Safety Committee recommended appropriating $50,000 to install rectangular rapid flashing beacons (RRFBs) and ADA curb ramps at North Hampton Street and Winthrop Street, and approved cat‑track striping at the North Hampton/Beach (Route 5/202) intersection to be scheduled by DPW.
Insurance, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Committees, Legislative, Georgia
Multiple homeowners and public adjusters described long claim timelines, rotating adjusters and denied appraisals; they urged reforms including 90‑day resolution targets, appraisal rights covering scope and value, stronger DOI enforcement and a state claims‑tracking portal.
Brookshire City, Waller County, Texas
Council appointed Miss Vaughn to the vacant Place 3 council seat; she was introduced as a former Brookshire police officer with long previous council and economic development board service and will be sworn in at the next meeting.
FAYETTEVILLE SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, Arkansas
At a school board meeting, district officials outlined how Arkansas' Rights to Read and LEARN Act requirements will be applied locally: assessments, 'good cause' exemptions and individual reading plans. District data show 223 third graders identified at the lowest level, 163 with exemptions and roughly 60 who could be retained without improvement.
Madison City, Jefferson County, Indiana
The City of Madison Redevelopment Commission voted to pledge $280,000 from its 2026 plan to help close a funding gap for a proposed Madison Early Learning Center, after a multi-part presentation from district leaders and partners describing local childcare shortages, project scope and remaining financing needs.
Pontiac, Oakland County, Michigan
Event emcees and organizers at the Oakland County Holiday Extravaganza outlined parade procedure: a parks-and-recreation bus will depart at 10:15 a.m., dignitaries will ride in assigned vehicles, and six group photos are planned; sponsors and volunteers were thanked.
Insurance, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Committees, Legislative, Georgia
Gwinnett County prosecutors told the House study committee they are ready to prosecute insurance fraud but receive few referrals; DAs and prosecutors urged improved reporting, training and specialized white‑collar resources to pursue rings, runners and repeat fraudsters.
Atlanta, Fulton County, Georgia
The Atlanta City Council honored long-serving District 7 Councilmember Howard Shook on his retirement after 24 years and six terms, reading a proclamation that recognized his leadership on finance and utilities and marking a Howard Shook Day at a brief ceremony attended by family and colleagues.
Pontiac, Oakland County, Michigan
At the Oakland County Holiday Extravaganza in Pontiac, the Fran and Russ Anderson family legacy fund awarded $5,000 scholarships to students representing Pontiac, Waterford and White Lake Township; officials praised recipients�for community service and academic achievement and outlined parade logistics.
Northumberland County, Virginia
Commissioners reviewed multiple county parcels and asked staff to prepare soils, wetland and access maps after Friends of the Animal Shelter Society said it could fund a building (about $650,000) if the county provides land; commissioners discussed septic, access roads, wetlands and asbestos costs for an old school building.
Northumberland County, Virginia
The Northumberland County Planning Commission voted to continue a scheduled public hearing to Jan. 15 (time stated in motion) after the applicant asked to defer; staff said written comments already on the record will carry forward and no re-advertisement is required if the motion states the new date/time.
Farragut, Knox County, Tennessee
The commission recommended Ordinance 25‑23 to update the town's vested‑rights provisions, clarifying what constitutes a substantially compliant submission and aligning local code with May 2025 amendments to the Tennessee Code Annotated that change vesting from approval to submission.
Brookshire City, Waller County, Texas
Council approved the purchase and installation of a BendPak 4-post vehicle lift for the public works department, citing improved employee safety and productivity; staff said the item was budgeted and discounts were negotiated with local vendors for installation.
Town of Southborough, Worcester County, Massachusetts
The Community Preservation Committee voted to advance an affordable‑housing trust transfer to the April Town Meeting with conditions, unanimously approved a contract for a recording clerk, and set follow‑up and placeholder warrant articles for two large projects to January.
Insurance, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Committees, Legislative, Georgia
At a Gwinnett hearing, the Georgia Insurance Commission’s office announced several insurers’ rate cuts while University of Georgia and industry witnesses described persistent underwriting losses, litigation-driven claim costs and carriers shrinking capacity in Georgia.
Brookshire City, Waller County, Texas
A resident described repeated crashes at the FM 362/FM 359 intersection and said a blue tarp around a tire shop plus tree growth are blocking motorist sightlines. Council and staff said they will meet with TxDOT and consult the city attorney about private-property remedies and applicable ordinances.
Town of Southborough, Worcester County, Massachusetts
Phase 2 bids for the Peninsula Trail (bridge and boardwalk) came in significantly above the CPC budget. The trails team proposed switching from a fiberglass modular bridge to a timber option to reduce costs and asked the CPC to prepare placeholder warrant articles and consider a contingency release; CPC asked for updated cost breakdowns and schematics for January.
Judicial - Appeals Court Oral Arguments, Judicial, Massachusetts
The Massachusetts Appeals Court heard oral argument on Dec. 18, 2025, in Perry v. Wellpath (docket 2024P0107), focusing on whether inmate‑fee rules and indigency standards require waiver of costs for a private contractor lawsuit and whether procedural notice or bankruptcy renders the issue moot.
Brookshire City, Waller County, Texas
City staff said a logistics/manufacturing developer proposes a roughly 200,000-square-foot building on 12th Street that would require road widening and additional right-of-way; the council set a town hall for Jan. 15, 2026, at 6 p.m.
Farragut, Knox County, Tennessee
The commission recommended Ordinance 25‑21 to add 'interactive sports analysis services' as a permitted principal use in the O‑1 office district, defining it (appointment‑based, member‑only indoor sports simulation) and restricting space size, prohibiting on‑site retail/food/alcohol, and requiring noise‑containment measures.
LANCASTER ISD, School Districts, Texas
District finance officials told trustees the October net property-tax receipts were $6,153,030.87 and that the district has saved about $27.39 million through prepayments/refinancing since 2021 plus $5.5 million from a February 2025 refunding; the report also described revenue and expenditure drivers and investment pools.
Farragut, Knox County, Tennessee
The commission recommended rezoning portions of tax map 152 at 12232 Turkey Creek Road from Agricultural to R‑2 (general single‑family residential) to allow the two owners to legally subdivide parcels sold as separate tracks; staff said rezoning will reduce the number of variances that would otherwise be needed and that the BZA will review lot‑size variances after rezoning.
LANCASTER ISD, School Districts, Texas
At its Dec. 18 meeting, the Lancaster ISD Board of Trustees adopted TASB policy update 126, approved a resolution designating additional nonbusiness days under the Texas Public Information Act, approved the consent agenda and voted to oppose administration's recommended termination of employee Keelan Walker; all votes were recorded as unanimous.
Town of Southborough, Worcester County, Massachusetts
Recreation presented survey results showing broad support for Fayetteville Park upgrades, including a proposed splash pad and dog park; neighbors delivered a letter asking the splash pad be removed unless parking, traffic and layout concerns are resolved. The CPC delayed a final vote and asked for revised designs and cost options.
Town of Lakeville, Plymouth County, Massachusetts
The board voted to enter executive session under General Law chapter 30A, section 21(a)(6) to consider purchase/exchange/lease or value of real estate and announced it would not return to open session.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
After an applicant built a cantilever/porch slightly closer to a resource area than permitted, the commission approved an amended order of conditions requiring a 300 sq. ft. native‑plant mitigation area (about a 4:1 ratio) and monitoring with supplemental planting if survivability targets are not met.
Brookshire City, Waller County, Texas
Staff recommended splitting Brookshire’s current food-truck ordinance into multiple ordinances because the single document mixes several establishment types; the council directed the city attorney to revise the ordinance and approved the motion.
Town of Lakeville, Plymouth County, Massachusetts
Lakeville's Select Board approved a memorandum from Town Clerk Lillian Drain placing a slate of local and regional school committee positions on the April 6, 2026 election warrant; nomination papers will be available in the town clerk's office beginning Jan. 5 at 8 a.m.
Brookshire City, Waller County, Texas
The Brookshire City Council approved renewing an interlocal animal-control agreement with Waller County and acknowledged two years of past-due invoices; staff said the contract is paid through 2025 and the monthly rate under the agreement is $1,666.
Town of Lakeville, Plymouth County, Massachusetts
Acting as local licensing authority, Lakeville's Select Board voted to extend restaurants' New Year's Eve last-call hours to 1:30 a.m., with all patrons required to exit by 2:00 a.m.; discussion of package-store hours was tabled.
Farragut, Knox County, Tennessee
The commission recommended approval of a zoning text amendment aligning C‑1 mixed‑use town‑center façade rules with the town's architectural design standards so new buildings can meet the 75% face‑brick requirement as a four‑elevation average rather than on every individual elevation.
Monrovia, Los Angeles County, California
During public comment, speakers pressed the council to honor people who have died as a result of ICE operations and called for a permanent memorial for Roberta Montoya; council and staff heard multiple accounts and were asked to consider memorialization and outreach for day laborers.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
Finance Director Brian Turbot briefed the Board of Health on the $250 short-term rental registration fee, which is deposited into a revolving fund that currently pays GovOS (~$84,000/yr) and supports an STR compliance position; board members suggested adding year-round rental registration and tracking registration counts to compare regional fee structures.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The interview was informational; no motions, votes or formal actions were proposed or taken during the exchange about ebike regulations.
Town of Lakeville, Plymouth County, Massachusetts
Lakeville's Select Board approved updated earth-removal fees Dec. 16 — proposing a per-cubic-yard fee of about $0.25, administrative fees collected upfront, and placement of revenue into a 53g/reserved or special-purpose fund; a bylaw amendment for town meeting is required.
Killeen, Bell County, Texas
After more than a dozen public comments and a legal briefing, the Killeen City Council adopted a resolution under SB 1494 to move municipal elections to the November uniform election date in odd-numbered years beginning in 2027, while keeping the May 2026 election (vote 7–0).
Farragut, Knox County, Tennessee
The commission approved a four‑lot final plat for the Mamone property at 317 Everett Road, noting that all lots and an open‑space lot are impacted by a tributary of Little Turkey Creek and that the northern lot will require a FEMA‑compliant bridge for access; the staff recommended, and the commission approved, corrections to the aquatic buffer note and inclusion of fee information on the plat.
Monrovia, Los Angeles County, California
Council discussed and advanced a purchase/lease agreement with ING for a solar energy and storage project on the Mountain Avenue Reservoir roof that will generate about 645 kilowatts, aiming to lower electricity costs and not be visible from the street.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The commission granted a partial certificate of compliance for legacy coir terraces at 59–77 Baxter Road with a set of ongoing conditions to bridge to a larger future project, and unanimously directed staff to amend an enforcement order requiring a sand sourcing, testing and delivery plan for geotubes by 2026‑01‑22.
Town of Lakeville, Plymouth County, Massachusetts
The Select Board appointed Paula Burdick as treasurer-collector Dec. 16, approving a starting salary of $85,000, three weeks' vacation and a six-month probationary period; Burdick, a long-time town employee, said she intends to continue local professional development.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
Nantucket�s environmental contamination administrator reported new PFAS detections (including a Fulling Mill imminent-hazard detection) and said MassDEP conducted follow-up sampling; the town will hold a Jan. 22 online session reporting surface-water and foam results.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
Sergeant Ray of the Nantucket Police Department summarized Massachusetts requirements for electric bicycles — pedals, 750-watt motor cap and 20 mph maximum — said officers will stop and educate noncompliant riders, and reported more helmet use and safer riding on multiuse paths.
Monrovia, Los Angeles County, California
Council unanimously repealed one or more 1940s-era resolutions that expressed support for the wartime internment of Japanese Americans, and announced a ribbon-cutting for Satoru Tsunishi Park on Jan. 13, 2026 as part of efforts to honor Japanese American history in Monrovia.
Daytona Beach City, Volusia County, Florida
The Board approved variances allowing a two-story addition, 408 sq ft first-floor expansion and a ~256 sq ft garage expansion at 2107 N. Halifax Ave., reducing interior and front setbacks; board noted an identical variance had been approved in July 2024 but expired before permits were pulled.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
The Nantucket Conservation Commission voted to issue an order of conditions allowing Nantucket Electric Company to demolish a deteriorated building at 10 Newell Street, requiring contractor dust/debris controls and a designated on‑site monitor to secure and remove materials off‑island.
Town of Lakeville, Plymouth County, Massachusetts
The Town of Lakeville Zoning Board of Appeals granted conditional approval for a special permit to allow a single-family home at 12 Highland Road in a business zone, requiring Planning Board ANR (approval-not-required) confirmation and noting Board of Health had no objections.
Daytona Beach City, Volusia County, Florida
The Board granted variances for a corner-lot manufactured home at 1101 Yaupin St., reducing required driveway distance from 25 ft to 19 ft and front setback from 20 ft to 15 ft to allow a 1,387 sq ft manufactured home; applicant representative said the changes have minimal traffic impacts.
Farragut, Knox County, Tennessee
The Farragut Municipal Planning Commission approved the final plat for Biddle Farms Townhouses (47 units at 305 Hudson Bay Lane), subject to four staff conditions including completion of punch‑list items, required signatures, removal of a water/sewer easement note, and removal of a sidewalk easement for a non‑public section.
Nantucket County, Massachusetts
After more than two hours of public testimony for and against synthetic turf at Nantucket High School, the Board of Health voted to schedule a focused January workshop to hear experts, resolve jurisdictional questions and consider draft regulations or guidance on turf in wellhead protection areas.
Ross Local, School Districts, Ohio
Third-grade members of Morgan Elementary's student council presented service projects to the Ross Local board, describing a Grama canned food drive that collected more than 2,000 cans and other volunteer initiatives for veterans, preschool reading buddies, staff appreciation and recycling.
Daytona Beach City, Volusia County, Florida
The Board of Adjustment granted a variance allowing Renee L. Richardson to operate an event center at 204 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., reducing the required separation from residential uses (250 feet) to allow activity on an existing, built site; staff clarified patron limits (50–199) and indoor-only requirements.
Ross Local, School Districts, Ohio
Superintendent reviewed policy revisions triggered by House Bill 96 — including replacement of the five‑year forecast with required budget submissions, new County Budget Commission approval for levy changes, transportation/van-driver rules, and a student cell‑phone restriction policy — and answered board questions about local impacts.
Monrovia, Los Angeles County, California
Council granted Mills Act status to two private properties — a home on Greystone for Dominic and Kathleen Bianco and a home on Encinitas for Kurt and Sonia Lugenbuhl — making them eligible for tax benefits and preservation grants while imposing design-review restrictions.
Daytona Beach City, Volusia County, Florida
The Daytona Beach Board of Adjustment approved variances allowing a homeowner to build a swimming pool at 3120 Legends Preserve Drive with reduced setbacks (pool: 8 ft to 6 ft; pump equipment: 3 ft to 18 inches). The board said the change enables wheelchair access and heard neighbors and the applicant on noise and setback clarifications.
Town of Lakeville, Plymouth County, Massachusetts
The Lakeville Select Board voted Dec. 16 to appoint Stephanie Crampton as town planner at a starting salary of $89,500, three weeks' vacation and a six-month probationary period; Crampton, who worked 13 years in New Bedford, is slated to start Jan. 5.
Ross Local, School Districts, Ohio
The Ross Local School District Board of Education unanimously approved a four-year collective bargaining agreement with the Ross Educator Association after months of negotiations, with officials saying the contract increases starting and ending salaries while preserving long-term financial stability.
Town of Lakeville, Plymouth County, Massachusetts
Director Jennifer Jones updated trustees on staffing and youth programs, requested board review of gift/memorial-bench policy (including proposed 10-year useful-life language), and said volunteers and Friends events continue to support programming.
Park Ridge CCSD 64, School Boards, Illinois
Volunteer leader Katie Shamas told the board that VK Gardens produced more than 786 pounds of organic produce this year for the Maine Township food pantry, described partnerships and training for teachers beginning April 1, and presented a three-phase plan to expand raised-bed gardens across district schools.
Chattanooga City, Hamilton County, Tennessee
At its Dec. 18, 2025 meeting the Chattanooga Beer Board recorded regulatory clearance for several new retail beer permits, questioned an applicant about ID-check safeguards and directed one applicant to complete a pending building inspection before final sign-off.
Town of Lakeville, Plymouth County, Massachusetts
Trustees approved previous minutes, adopted a level-service budget with small conservative increases for heating and contracted services, and reaffirmed acceptance of a $10,000 Carnegie Corporation gift expected in January 2026.
Park Ridge CCSD 64, School Boards, Illinois
A Park Ridge parent told the board a Chromebook 'shared document' feature allows students to share content across the district without supervision, has been used in harmful cyberbullying, and should be turned off or heavily restricted immediately.
Santa Barbara City, Santa Barbara County, California
The commission voted 4–0 (1 absent) to recommend council adopt the City of Santa Barbara 2025 annual water supply management report after hearing staff present a combined story map review of water‑year 2025 outcomes, a three‑year outlook and supply assumptions for 2026–28.
Delaware County, Ohio
At its Dec. 18 meeting the board approved a series of routine resolutions — reorganizations, budget transfers, contracts for telephone services and biosolids hauling — and voted to move into executive session to discuss appointments, litigation and economic‑development confidentiality.
Monrovia, Los Angeles County, California
City council pulled and discussed consent item CC9, a reimbursement agreement with Monrovia Unified School District to help fund repairs to the Monrovia High School pool after the county halted its use; the city offered $210,000 toward repairs that hosts said may total about $400,000.
Santa Barbara City, Santa Barbara County, California
The water commission reviewed a draft wastewater and water systems climate adaptation plan highlighting wastewater vulnerabilities to storm flooding and saltwater intrusion, recommended phased actions (monitoring, I&I reduction, low‑pressure sewer conversion, interim flood protections) and identified $50–130 million in potential infrastructure needs over 20 years.
Delaware County, Ohio
The board unanimously approved a Motorola contract to virtualize the county radio prime site, while the 9‑1‑1 director and administrator clarified that state 'government assistance' funds cannot be used for radio equipment.
Spokane County, Washington
Spokane County Commissioner Al French said the next Spokane County Spotlight will feature Darren Watkins of the Spokane Realtors and Isaiah Payne of the Spokane Home Builders Association to discuss the current housing market, updates to the county comprehensive plan and residential construction.
Hempstead, Nassau County, New York
During the administrative calendar the board amended item 54, tabled item 62, set a Jan. 13 hearing on a six‑month moratorium for battery storage, and approved a rezoning and SEQR determination for the Woodmere Club (a settlement that includes community benefits). Public commenters raised concerns about transparency, water‑well treatment funding, and other local matters.
Delaware County, Ohio
The board approved a contract with No Inc, LLC to replace outdated electronic poll books, upgrading to iPad 11 devices and hardwired printers; staff said they identified about $10,000 in state funding for initial purchases but broader state reimbursement would require legislative appropriation.
Park Ridge CCSD 64, School Boards, Illinois
The Board of Education approved the district's final 2025 tax levy and related resolutions, authorized a building bond sale not to exceed $24,500,000 and adopted a supplemental levy to account for CPI adjustments on prior bonds; votes were recorded by roll call.
Hempstead, Nassau County, New York
Developers of a proposed five‑story, 58‑unit building at 2150 Grand Ave in Baldwin presented design, parking and community‑benefit plans; civic associations largely supported the project while several residents urged more outreach and asked the board to table the matter. The board reserved decision pending a required special ("secret") determination and took a unanimous roll‑call in favor of reservation.
Johnson City, Washington County, Tennessee
City Manager Kathy Ball reviewed the city's 2025 highlights, reporting projects and metrics including a $240 million Burlington Mills redevelopment, movement of John Sevier residents to a new facility, safety camera program outcomes and a list of infrastructure investments for 2026.
Hempstead, Nassau County, New York
Kwik Lube of Carolina (Take 5) asked the Hempstead Town Board for a special exception to open a fluids‑only drive‑through at 3270 Sunrise Highway in Wantagh; applicant described reduced noise/odors and site improvements while nearby residents raised concerns about notification, early opening hours, light, noise and oil pollution. The board closed the hearing and moved to consider the application.
Punta Gorda City, Charlotte County, Florida
Trustees voted unanimously to use federal GSA per diem and mileage rates for pension-board travel while following city travel approval procedures; discussion addressed city travel policy, use of city vehicles, and documentation steps with finance.
Delaware County, Ohio
The board voted unanimously Dec. 18 to advance a resolution of necessity for a 2.0‑mill renewal and additional 0.7‑mill levy for the Delaware County Board of Developmental Disabilities after a detailed presentation showing rising costs and service demand.
Columbus City Council, Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio
Adeira Robinson, CEO of Communities and Schools of Ohio, asked Columbus City Council for a $150,000 amendment to expand site coordinators in Columbus City Schools, arguing wraparound supports measurably reduce chronic absenteeism and improve student outcomes.
Cumming, Forsyth County, Georgia
Council approved two wastewater-plant equipment purchases: gearbox replacement awarded to the low bidder and a single responsive bid accepted for three engineered Innovair blowers (vote 4-0). The transcript contains a minor inconsistency in the low-bid dollar figure for the gearboxes.
Punta Gorda City, Charlotte County, Florida
The board heard that equities drove strong quarterly returns (S&P up over 8%, small caps +12.4%) while many active managers underperformed passive benchmarks; the investment consultant recommended monitoring underperformers but staying invested for now.
Hempstead, Nassau County, New York
The Town Board approved a series of local laws Dec. 9 that adjust parking, stopping and school speed rules across Baldwin, Elmont, Wantagh, Oceanside, Merrick, West Hempstead and other neighborhoods to improve sight lines, pedestrian safety and school zone controls, following limited public comment and staff explanations.
Cumming, Forsyth County, Georgia
Council approved a 2025 budget amendment to reconcile actual revenues reported in the meeting with previously budgeted amounts; the motion carried unanimously (4-0).
Columbus City Council, Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio
City finance officials presented the mayor's proposed 2026 operating budget (about $2.7 billion all funds, $1.26 billion general fund) and described balancing measures including removal of 200 vacant positions, a 15% cut to discretionary contracts, a lowered bargaining-unit increase (2%), $5 million for a resilient housing initiative and reductions to some public-health contracts.
South Lebanon City Council , South Lebanon, Warren County, Ohio
Council read a proclamation honoring Roland Spicer for eight years of service and members offered remarks thanking him for his leadership as he leaves the council; Spicer reflected on the city's growth from village to city.
Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
The City Clerk Election Division highlighted frequent circulator mistakes — affidavit errors, incorrect addresses, PO boxes and unsigned lines — and recommended training circulators, keeping logs and checking jurisdiction boundaries to preserve signatures.
Johnson City, Washington County, Tennessee
Commissioners moved forward on rezoning 2121 Seminole Drive to permit an 11‑lot single‑family subdivision intended to house hurricane victims; Grace Fellowship Church said it will donate the lot to ASP and has raised funds to build homes.
Punta Gorda City, Charlotte County, Florida
Trustees approved Foster & Foster’s valuation and a 7.25% investment-return assumption; the report attributes a $2.4M actuarial loss largely to recent firefighter salary increases, while market gains softened the impact.
Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
The City Clerk Election Division presented a step-by-step guide to becoming a certified candidate for the June 2, 2026 primary, announcing filing windows (Feb. 2–7 for declarations; Feb. 7–Mar. 4 for petitions), residency and voter-registration rules, Form 700 and ballot-designation limits, and signature/fee options.
Bend, Deschutes County, Oregon
Commissioners described habitability and retaliation problems in rental housing and asked the city for more renter resources; the commission also demanded access to an internal report on an employee's allegations, and the city attorney said the report is a public record available on request at no cost.
Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
The City Clerk Election Division outlined key dates, filing locations, required documents and circulator rules for candidates seeking certification on the June 2, 2026 Los Angeles primary ballot; deadlines run Feb. 7–Mar. 4 and the clerk has 10 calendar days to verify petitions.
Cumming, Forsyth County, Georgia
The Cumming City Council voted 4-0 to adopt the city's submitted 2026 budget resolution after a packet presentation noting required public hearings had been held under state law.
2025 House Legislature MI, Michigan
An amendment to House Bill 5207 offered by Representative Carter to link the bill to HB 4576 failed after a contested roll call; the committee then voted to report HB 5207 with recommendation to the Committee on Rules.
Oklahoma County, Oklahoma
Officials said jail population fell by 245 since September and the office has reduced sentenced inmates to about 115; the county reported adding medical staff but also a $626,520 net loss for November pending fuller analysis in January.
Oklahoma County, Oklahoma
Officials reviewed November financials showing a $9.82 million general fund reserve and approved multiple interfund transfers, including establishing an 'emergency transportation resource' fund for a commissioner's district and transfers for NextGen 9-1-1 GIS remediation and travel allotments.
South Lebanon City Council , South Lebanon, Warren County, Ohio
Robin Kiley, founder of Stand to Serve, asked the South Lebanon City Council to join a regional 'Warren Freedom Trail' that would use geocaching and digital layers to highlight local history and sites, and requested the city appoint stakeholders to an ad hoc committee to develop the concept.
Punta Gorda City, Charlotte County, Florida
At its Dec. 19 meeting the Punta Gorda Code Enforcement Board found multiple properties in violation of city code, set compliance deadlines ranging from 60 to 180 days, and imposed fines and case costs — including one $17,850 penalty tied to prolonged noncompliance; one hearing was continued to Feb. 19, 2026.
Johnson City, Washington County, Tennessee
The Johnson City Board of Commissioners unanimously adopted a final resolution to annex roughly 67.02 acres at Boones Creek Road for future commercial development and approved a zoning assignment to Planned Arterial Business District (B‑4). Staff said the site is contiguous to city limits and aligned with Horizon 2045 goals.
Bend, Deschutes County, Oregon
A complaint that the Bend Firefighters Union's Santa Express routes excluded the historically low‑income northeast quadrant prompted HREC to request follow‑up from Fire & Rescue; commissioners also raised concerns about the Salvation Army partnership and volunteer uniforms creating an official impression.
South Lebanon City Council , South Lebanon, Warren County, Ohio
The South Lebanon City Council on Dec. 18 adopted a package of emergency measures — creating blanket purchase orders for 2026, authorizing an OPWC agreement for Zohr Road stabilization, approving an annexation zoning map amendment and giving code enforcement officers authority to enforce zoning — and approved a $10.4 million engineer estimate for a River Corridor sewer extension; all measures passed on unanimous roll-call votes.
2025 House Legislature MI, Michigan
House bills 5168 and 5169 would exempt large agricultural processing projects from sales and use taxes if investments exceed $100 million; sponsors and industry witnesses urged lowering the threshold to $50 million, while municipal groups signaled opposition to aspects of HB5169.
Bend, Deschutes County, Oregon
HREC voted to have its support included in a City Council letter urging PacificSource to continue contracting with English to Spanish, a local interpreter/translator vendor, after staff said PacificSource plans to shift to an out‑of‑region company in 2026.
Oklahoma County, Oklahoma
The Oklahoma County commissioners voted to amend the interim employee handbook to allow medical personnel scheduled for 12-hour shifts (averaging 36 hours per week) employed by a public trust authority to participate in the county retirement plan; backers said it will aid recruitment and reduce reliance on costly temporary contracts.
2025 House Legislature MI, Michigan
The House Regulatory Reform Committee adopted substitute H‑1 versions of House Bills 4897, 4898 and 4907 and reported them to the Committee on Rules, and also reported House Bills 5206 and 5207; an amendment to HB 5207 offered by Representative Carter failed.
Charleston County, South Carolina
Charleston County Council presented resolutions recognizing the Academic Magnet girls tennis team, Oceanside Collegiate Academy football team for state championships and adopted a memorial resolution honoring Carolyn Singleton’s life and community service.
2025 House Legislature MI, Michigan
The House Committee on Economic Competitiveness rejected an H-1 substitute offered to Senate Bill 27 but voted 10-0 to report SB27 with recommendation; the bill is a technical name change to align statute language with the Apex Accelerator branding.
Bedford City, School Districts, Ohio
The board approved work to repurpose the district maintenance garage for an auto‑tech program, funded in part by Permanent Improvement (PI) funds; administrators outlined required firewall work, roof repairs and an aggressive Feb. 1 target to open the program.
Bend, Deschutes County, Oregon
Mayor Pro Tem Megan Perkins told the Human Rights and Equity Commission that Bend council has directed staff to develop a fee on new single‑family homes that opt to use gas, with equity concerns and possible exemptions to be discussed in January and February.
Charleston County, South Carolina
Council moved to reconsider previous action on Saint John Fire District appointments, voted to send the item back to finance committee for further review, and later voted to seat two nominees (McGoughan and Blake) after nominations and a closure of nominations.
Lewis County, New York
The county manager presented the year‑end goals report: completed items included a town asset ArcGIS integration, BOCES EMT enrollments, solid‑waste fee changes, a rail‑trail master plan kickoff and broadband expansions; several items (road swaps, junkyard law, economic park) will carry to 2026.
Bedford City, School Districts, Ohio
The Bedford board voted unanimously Dec. 18 to join a newly formed United Athletic Conference with neighboring districts; leaders said the conference will include academic and leadership components in addition to athletics.
Charleston County, South Carolina
Public speakers condemned politicization of the Charleston County Public Library board and thanked council for resisting recall and politicization attempts; the issue drew emotional testimony and council discussion of ideological balance on boards.
Sun City West, Maricopa County, Arizona
Sun City West staff confirmed consultants are under contract for the master plan (total contract $279,029) and will kickoff public engagement in January; board members summarized peer‑community tours that emphasized flexible gathering spaces, lighting and design considerations and cautioned about food‑service financial risks.
Lewis County, New York
The Lewis County Board of Legislators voted to adopt Local Law No. 8‑2025 to align county short‑term rental definitions and collection procedures with the state; the public hearing drew no in‑person comment and the measure passed on a roll call with one 'No.'
Charleston County, South Carolina
Council approved rezoning for the Storybrook/Beas Ferry Road project by a 5–4 vote after the seller provided a notarized restrictive covenant limiting the plan to 100 units and promising to record it the next day; public commenters urged denial citing traffic and infrastructure strain.
Boulder, Boulder County, Colorado
BURA announced an open application period for expanded membership up to 13 commissioners, with an optional open house Jan. 5, applications due Jan. 25, interviews in early February and appointments around March 5; staff clarified residency and conflict-of-interest rules.
Sun City West, Maricopa County, Arizona
Directors approved the 2026 candidate petitioner packet, election guide and candidate-orientation materials for the March 2026 board election, while asking the election committee to consider clarifying language on owner‑member signatures, circulator requirements, club-mailing‑list use and timeline compression for future cycles.
Bedford City, School Districts, Ohio
Excel Academy staff told the board that Mount Zion’s temporary site is cramped, lacks locking doors and secure storage, and forces students into virtual instruction; the superintendent said the district keeps the site to retain funding and estimated $720,000 in state funding savings by maintaining in‑district placements.
Sun City West, Maricopa County, Arizona
Directors voted to move a proposed RH Johnson courtyard renovation—described by the properties committee as primarily cosmetic (furnishings, paint, mural, modest landscaping)—into FY26–27 budget consideration while noting larger changes should wait for master-plan review.
Bedford City, School Districts, Ohio
At the Dec. 18 Bedford Board of Education meeting a departing board member urged the board to place Superintendent Johnson on administrative leave and start an independent investigation, citing prolonged removal of high‑school administrators and a teachers’ no‑confidence vote.
Charleston County, South Carolina
After debate about preserving local mitigation capacity, Charleston County Council approved release/sale of about 20 Point Farm mitigation credits to public entities and municipalities, a move staff said would return roughly $672,000 to the county’s transportation sales tax fund.
Norwalk City, Fairfield, Connecticut
General Manager Jim Holiday told the Oak Hills Park Authority that recurring backups in the restaurant kitchen line likely require extensive repairs that could include jackhammering the kitchen floor; staff scheduled a video inspection to measure the affected run and will return with a quantified scope and cost.
Boulder, Boulder County, Colorado
The Boulder Urban Renewal Authority voted 3–0 on Dec. 18 to adopt Resolution No. 3, Series 2025, approving an administrative cost-allocation agreement with the City of Boulder that authorizes the BURA chair to execute the agreement and advances administrative funds to the authority.
Hardin County, Kentucky
At its Dec. 18, 2025 meeting, Hardin County Fiscal Court approved the clerk’s and sheriff’s 2026 budgets, adopted an amendment to the sheriff’s 2025 budget and approved transferring an old solid-waste trailer to a neighboring county. County Clerk Brian Smith also presented a year-in-review highlighting voter outreach and online records.
Greater Lowell Regional Vocational Technical, School Boards, Massachusetts
The committee approved routine items including Nov. 20 minutes, waiver of warrant reading, expenditures of $5,341,224.87, the Practical Nursing handbook update, competency-determination policy, disposal of a 2012 bus, and appointments to the facilities naming committee.
Sun City West, Maricopa County, Arizona
Directors voted to move an RH Johnson platform‑tennis renovation into the FY26–27 capital-improvement budget consideration after hearing from tennis-club leaders and board members that two courts are unusable and conditions risk safety and reputation ahead of a 2027 regional tournament.
Norwalk City, Fairfield, Connecticut
The ZBA approved Danielle Hogan’s revised variance request for a pool at 222 West Rox Road after she reduced side-yard encroachment and eliminated the front-setback request; staff noted the retaining walls require separate review.
Montgomery City, Montgomery County, Alabama
The Montgomery City Board of Adjustments approved special exceptions for two accessory structures and one living-quarter request, granted a variance related to a floodplain storage structure, delayed a private-school case for absence of the petitioner, and denied the assisted-living request at Arrowhead Drive.
Norwalk City, Fairfield, Connecticut
At its December meeting the Oak Hills Park Authority unanimously approved the proposed 2026 rates: resident annual passes are frozen, nonresident daily rates rise modestly and a $1 increase on cart fees reflects a new five-year cart lease; the board also agreed to formalize a 9-hole back-nine cart option.
Hardin County, Kentucky
Hardin County Fiscal Court voted down resolution 246 on Dec. 18, 2025, which would have filled a budgeted full-time GIS coordinator role. The vote followed a sustained debate over cost and whether to continue contracting services with Lincoln Trail, which the court contracts for GIS work under a capped arrangement.
Sun City West, Maricopa County, Arizona
Directors rejected a motion to include a commercial/teaching kitchen in the fiscal 2026–27 capital-improvement budget, citing unclear scope (commercial vs. teaching) and recommending the proposal be refined or routed to the master-plan process.
Greater Lowell Regional Vocational Technical, School Boards, Massachusetts
Following an executive session on nonunion personnel negotiations, the committee voted to extend the superintendent/director's contract for six months; the motion passed by roll call.
Norwalk City, Fairfield, Connecticut
The Norwalk Zoning Board of Appeals approved a special exception Dec. 18 to change the nonconforming retail space at 48 Osborne Avenue to an office for Stadler Construction, citing minimal traffic impact and neighborhood revitalization benefits.
Town of Needham, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
At a Dec. 18 meeting, the Town of Needham Stephen Palmer Development Review Committee confirmed a Feb. 5 community forum to solicit public visioning for the former Stephen Palmer school, outlined a listening-session format with small-group facilitation and online participation, and flagged legal and financial constraints including school-department jurisdiction and code-trigger thresholds for renovation.
Greater Lowell Regional Vocational Technical, School Boards, Massachusetts
After the state vote removing MCAS as a graduation requirement, the committee approved a competency-determination policy that relies on coursework and state-created end-of-year assessments for the Class of 2026, with safety nets including interventions and portfolio appeals.
Montgomery City, Montgomery County, Alabama
After extensive public opposition and questions about ownership and licensing, the Montgomery City Board of Adjustments denied a request to operate an assisted-living facility at 201 Arrowhead Drive. Residents raised safety, zoning, and operator-capacity concerns; the petitioner said she is board-certified and cares for family members.
Greater Lowell Regional Vocational Technical, School Boards, Massachusetts
After the Massachusetts Board of Nursing removed the program's admission cap and lifted warning status, the Greater Lowell Regional Vocational Technical School Committee approved updates to the Practical Nursing student handbook to reflect board recommendations and added supports.
Tonganoxie City, Leavenworth County, Kansas
Chief Lawson introduced Officer Troy Johnson, a veteran and former Salina officer who has been with the department since September; Johnson thanked council and said he was pleased to join the department.
Norwalk City, Fairfield, Connecticut
The Norwalk Zoning Board of Appeals granted a modest front-setback variance (about 1.4 feet, ~21 sq ft) for 68 Shorefront Park on Dec. 18 to permit a small addition to house an elevator, citing FEMA elevation constraints and neighborhood support.
Glynn County, Georgia
After public opposition focused on traffic and drainage, Glynn County commissioners approved rezoning ZM-2531 (Bell Farm) to General Residential with conditions including a 25-foot maximum building height and language intended to prevent multistory apartment "flats;" the motion passed 5–2.
Greater Lowell Regional Vocational Technical, School Boards, Massachusetts
Students, coaches and club advisers at Greater Lowell Regional Vocational Technical were recognized for fall and early-winter achievements, including cross country league and all-state titles, SkillsUSA qualifiers, and a Model UN best-delegation award.
Glendale, Los Angeles County, California
The commission recognized Chair Sue Bell Yank for 5½ years of leadership. Commissioners praised her role advancing the public-art plan, a DEI plan, and the PST exhibition; Yank urged continued staff support, a grants program for arts nonprofits, and attention to an Olympics art strategy.
Norwalk City, Fairfield, Connecticut
The Norwalk Zoning Board of Appeals voted Dec. 18 to grant a conditional front-setback variance for 8 Belmont Place, allowing a garage addition and limited driveway widening while requiring a 20-foot front setback to preserve maneuvering and account for DOT-owned frontage.
Chino Valley Unified, School Districts, California
Coaches and community members urged the board to protect girls' athletics after contests involving biological males on girls' teams; several public commenters also launched forceful attacks on President Sonia Shaw's leadership and immigration statements, creating a polarized public comment period.
Coral Gables, Miami-Dade County, Florida
After community meetings and technical review, the board authorized construction of nine new golf‑course shelters (six standard replacements and two ADA‑accessible prototypes) and directed staff to attempt restoration of one historic shelter if practicable.
Tonganoxie City, Leavenworth County, Kansas
Council held a brief public hearing and approved 2025 budget amendments for the general fund, library benefits fund, water and sewer operations funds, and a police equipment fund to align planned expenditures with updated year-end revenues and liabilities.
Tonganoxie City, Leavenworth County, Kansas
The council approved a consolidated personnel policy handbook (reduced from ~154 pages to a 47-page draft) after a review by HR consultant Dennis Dimovich to improve clarity, legal compliance and leave accrual consistency.
Somers Point, Atlantic County, New Jersey
Council approved Resolution 259 appointing Robert C. Summers as chief of police (council president recused), authorized a change order on a pump-station contract, authorized an interlocal agreement amendment allowing the county contractor to use the city's contractor for Shore Road repairs at no cost to the city, and approved a budget appropriation transfer and the consent agenda.
Coral Gables, Miami-Dade County, Florida
An architect presented a design for a carport at 4200 Granada Boulevard and the Historic Preservation Board approved a special certificate of appropriateness with staff conditions, including simplifying the connector detail and addressing water control at the roof junctions.
Chino Valley Unified, School Districts, California
Boys Republic students presented the Della Robbia wreath and a Boys Republic participant described how the program provided vocational training and a path to employment; the board also recognized Ayala girls cross country and other student achievements.
Glendale, Los Angeles County, California
Staff said the Beyond the Box program has approved a design template and installers are applying vinyl wraps to several boxes as a temporary solution; staff expects to transition back to artist-painted installations next year once outstanding artist submissions and contractor-license issues are resolved.
Tonganoxie City, Leavenworth County, Kansas
The council adopted the 2025 Standard Traffic Ordinance and the Uniform Public Offense Code by reference and asked staff to return with a local e-bike policy after the police chief detailed rising injuries and enforcement challenges.
Tonganoxie City, Leavenworth County, Kansas
After months of stakeholder engagement, the council approved a downtown regulating plan and code amendments to protect downtown character, add frontage types and create new residential downtown districts (RDT-1 and RDT-2) to guide infill and development.
Glendale, Los Angeles County, California
The commission announced the 2026 Brand Summer Music Series (Fridays, summer 2026) and Jewel City Concert Series (Saturdays, fall 2026) and said applications are open with a Jan. 30, 2026, 5 p.m. deadline. Staff encouraged outreach to Southern California–based ensembles.
Tonganoxie City, Leavenworth County, Kansas
Council approved a reimbursement resolution to preserve future bond-financing options and authorized BG Consultants to provide survey and design services for the 14th Street and East Street improvements, including sidewalks and trail connections.
Somers Point, Atlantic County, New Jersey
Council adopted Ordinance No. 17 to regulate electric-bicycle operation on municipal bike paths and sidewalks, exempting 'low-speed electric bikes' as described in the meeting; councilors noted a pending state bill could change classifications and the city may revisit the rule if state policy changes.
Tonganoxie City, Leavenworth County, Kansas
The Tonganoxie City Council on Dec. 15 approved staffrecommended, incremental increases to water and sewer rates and modest adjustments to trash and recycling charges, citing rising purchased-water costs, sewer-plant expansion debt and meter-equipment cost increases.
Somers Point, Atlantic County, New Jersey
Council heard staff present several stormwater projects — including a new Exton Road pump station, shoreline stabilization and outfall cleanups — aimed at reducing recurrent flooding; residents urged quicker maintenance of clogged inlets and requested inclusion of local low-lying streets.
Coral Gables, Miami-Dade County, Florida
The board approved local landmark designation for 826 Ortega Avenue (1926, H. George Fink) and issued a special certificate of appropriateness for proposed additions, including variances for a front covered entry encroachment and pool setbacks; the owner and architect presented revised plans and staff conditions.
Chino Valley Unified, School Districts, California
Trustees approved the 2026–27 meeting calendar, adopted a board member stipend adjustment citing AB 1390 (vote 4–1), certified a positive first interim financial report (5–0) and approved a minimum wage/compensation increase for classified nonbargaining staff effective Jan. 1, 2026.
Glendale, Los Angeles County, California
The Glendale Arts and Culture Commission voted to appoint Vice Chair Zadorian and Commissioner Kasumian to a two-person student-member selection committee. Staff said seven applications were received and in-person interviews are scheduled Jan. 12 and Jan. 13, 2026, from 2–4 p.m.
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System, Public Universities Board of Trustees Meeting, School Boards, Minnesota
Trustees approved a multi-year extension of the CollegeSource transfer evaluation system (TESS) and an extension of the tutor.com contract, accepted nine small parcels gifted to Winona State University, and heard an informational briefing on an Energy Savings Performance Contracting (ESPC) pilot program across three campuses.
Chino Valley Unified, School Districts, California
Andrea Lopez, a CVUSD instructional aide, asked the board to reconsider denied interdistrict transfer requests that would remove her two sons from Oak Ridge Elementary mid‑year; she said one child has an active IEP and recently had a seizure and urged the district to review submitted documentation.
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System, Public Universities Board of Trustees Meeting, School Boards, Minnesota
Trustees approved two ground leases with the Maverick Real Estate Foundation for a proposed community stadium (10-year lease) and a mixed-use student housing project (30-year lease) at Minnesota State University, Mankato; campus leaders said philanthropic and bonding strategies will fund the projects and estimated multi‑decade local economic benefits.
Coral Gables, Miami-Dade County, Florida
The board unanimously approved local historic landmark status for 513 Navarre Avenue (Section B), citing its 1924 Mission Revival form and intact character‑defining features, per staff recommendation.
Laramie City Council, Laramie City, Albany County, Wyoming
City Manager Feazer told the Laramie City Council on Dec. 18 that multiple housing projects — including the Labonte Square and Old Slate School proposals — are advancing, that the council's $5 million housing infrastructure fund and state grant rounds could leverage further development, and that utilities and drainage remain constraints for some sites.
Dawson County, Georgia
At its Dec. 18, 2025 voting session, the Dawson County Board of Commissioners approved prior minutes, amended the agenda, passed the consent agenda, approved a new alcohol license for Sankey's, awarded a $104,880 SPLOST-funded repair contract for fire stations, confirmed vice-chair appointments and approved public-defender contracts and acceptance of $150,000 in renovation funds; the meeting adjourned after one public comment.
Tinley Park, Cook County, Illinois
The commission voted unanimously to recommend a variance allowing a detached garage of 1,553 sq ft at 16801 Sayre Avenue with conditions: remove/replace an east‑facing doorway/overhang, prohibit living space and utility hookups, and require a noncompliant shed to be removed or relocated to comply with code.
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System, Public Universities Board of Trustees Meeting, School Boards, Minnesota
Winona State University presented Winona State 2035—three pillars (Warrior Way, Warrior Edge, Warrior Shield)—and the Board approved an amended vision statement to emphasize student-centered, equitable academic excellence. Trustees asked about measurement (retention, Equity 2030 alignment) and capital plans including a proposed Foundation Hall residence project.
Coral Gables, Miami-Dade County, Florida
After extended testimony from preservation advocates and the University of Miami, the Coral Gables Historic Preservation Board voted 5–3 to deny an appeal seeking to designate Eaton Residential College at 1211 Dickinson Drive as a local historic landmark.
Oldham County, Kentucky
The Oldham County Board of Adjustments unanimously approved Dec. 18 a conditional use permit for an event venue at 1222 Cliffwood Drive in Goshen, allowing the owner to host private events now and defer construction of a pool until funded by venue revenue; the approval was limited to the Dec. 18 application.
Dawson County, Georgia
The board approved an amended resolution that creates a $10,000 "attorney supplement" for magistrate judges who are licensed attorneys, preserves existing supplements for sheriff and tax commissioner until rescinded, and requires a $47,465.40 adjustment to the magistrate judge budget.
Oldham County, Kentucky
Oldham County Board of Adjustments unanimously approved a 21-foot rear-yard setback variance Dec. 18 for a proposed five‑unit apartment at 3604 & 3608 W. Highway 146, reducing the required 25‑foot setback to 4 feet, with a condition to follow CSX construction recommendations (including a 6‑foot temporary fence).
Tinley Park, Cook County, Illinois
The commission recommended village‑board approval of a McDonald’s quick‑service restaurant with drive‑through at Lot 7 of Brookside Creek, approving site and architectural plans and adding conditions that limit operating hours (motion wording on record was unclear between 10 and 11 p.m.) and require a perimeter fence to be installed before a certificate of occupancy.
Laguna Beach, Orange County, California
At a brief meeting, the City Council held a second-reading public hearing on an unspecified agenda item, received no public comments or changes, and voted by voice to recommend the action.
Oldham County, Kentucky
The Oldham County Board of Adjustments voted 3–1 Dec. 18 to grant a conditional use permit for an owner-occupied short‑term rental at 6000 South Highway 53 in Smithfield, conditioned on an STR permit and license, splitting the second dwelling into a separate parcel and automatic revocation on future sale or transfer.
Dawson County, Georgia
The Dawson County Board of Commissioners voted 3–1 to approve a $229,500 contract with GMAS to provide services to the Board of Tax Assessors after tax-assessor representatives said the county-vetted contract would not duplicate prior vendor work and finance flagged a $572 budget difference; a former contractor raised concerns in public comment about system access and outstanding payment of $4,500.
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities System, Public Universities Board of Trustees Meeting, School Boards, Minnesota
Baker Tilly told the Minnesota State Board the NextGen Workday student rollout faces a 'critical' risk largely driven by staffing shortages and interdependent projects; the reviewer recommended a dedicated NextGen program director/conductor, greater TPOR engagement and targeted surge resources. Trustees heard that contingency funds remain and asked for a January update.
Cumberland County, Pennsylvania
The board approved uncommitting $2.77 million in undrawn county grant funds to fund balance, a Bergner Bridge guide-rail change order, a countywide fire-extinguisher service contract, CAD/VMware upgrades, and renewal of the recorder-of-deeds optical storage contract.
Tinley Park, Cook County, Illinois
The Tinley Park Plan Commission voted 3–2 to recommend the village board amend the Brookside Creek retail center PUD to relocate the gas‑station allowance from Lot 1 to Lot 4; staff emphasized the change only edits the PUD use chart and does not approve a gas station, which would require future site and special‑use approvals.
Town of Needham, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
Charles River Heights LLC presented a Chapter 40B comprehensive permit application for 86 affordable units (including supportive units for people with autism and intellectual disabilities) at 59 East Militia Heights. Engineers said stormwater design reduces runoff and treats 1.5" of stormwater with 97% phosphorus removal; neighbors sought further groundwater, snowmelt, tree preservation and visual impact analysis. Hearing continued to Jan. 15.
Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe (U.S. Helsinki Commission): House Commission, Commissions and Caucuses - House and Senate, Congressional Hearings Compilation, Legislative, Federal
Witnesses advised the commission that lessons from Dayton caution against settlements that entrench ethnic divisions and said systematic child abductions from Ukraine are a strong indicator of genocide, recommending legal accountability and congressional clarity.
Commission on Security and Cooperation in Europe (U.S. Helsinki Commission): House Commission, Commissions and Caucuses - House and Senate, Congressional Hearings Compilation, Legislative, Federal
Witnesses told the U.S. Helsinki Commission that the Dayton Peace Accords stopped the fighting 30 years ago but created a constitutional structure that entrenches ethnic divisions; experts urged a Europe-led approach backed by U.S. diplomacy, development tools and targeted enforcement mechanisms like the Brčko arbitration.
New College of Florida - Board of Trustees Meetings, Public Universities, School Districts, Florida
The New College of Florida Board approved a consent‑agenda amendment to tuition regulation 3‑1002, an auxiliary transfer to fund an athletics capital project and a lease for two houses on 58th Street; public commenters urged postponing the $2.5 million transfer until housing needs are addressed.
Cumberland County, Pennsylvania
Board extended three MHIDD provider contracts through June 30 and approved an application for an in-kind SAMHSA GAINS sequential-intercept mapping workshop to improve behavioral-health and criminal-justice coordination.
New College of Florida - Board of Trustees Meetings, Public Universities, School Districts, Florida
The Board of Trustees voted to adopt the 2025 campus master plan update after legal counsel said the proposal complies with Florida statutes and Board of Governors rules; trustees debated transparency, airport property use and donor/MOU questions before the unanimous approval.
City of Chicago SD 299, School Boards, Illinois
The Illinois State Board of Education issued a Step‑3 sanction for Instituto Health Sciences Career Academy for repeated special‑education violations; CPS read the letter at the Dec. 18 board meeting and outlined an oversight plan including biweekly check‑ins and monthly on‑site visits.
City of Chicago SD 299, School Boards, Illinois
Chicago Public Schools showcased 25 'curiosity classrooms'—partnerships with the Chicago Children's Museum and philanthropic funders—saying the approach provides hands‑on STEM and family engagement for pre‑K through second grade and will expand to five more schools next year.
Town of Needham, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
RJ Kelly Acquisition LLC asked the Needham Zoning Board of Appeals for a use variance to convert a 128,750 sq ft former data center at 105 Cabot Street into a roughly 800-unit self-storage facility, arguing unique building constraints and minimal traffic impact justify relief. The board asked for more case law and continued the hearing to Jan. 15.
Altoona Area SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The board approved the Altoona Area High School ATSI plan for the 2025–26 school year, contracted services for junior-high drama props and costumes, multiple personnel items, and authorized public sale of surplus equipment and a two-year parking lease with Blair Family Solutions.
Bend, Deschutes County, Oregon
Members of the City of Bend Accessibility Advisory Committee debated annual versus biennial work plans, proposed restoring subgroups and quarterly meetings, and suggested advocacy actions including standardized letter-writing, walk-and-roll events, and awareness/enforcement around abusive accessible parking and sidewalk maintenance. Chair Halen moved to table the roundtable item and the committee approved the motion.
Hammond City, Lake County, Indiana
The board set status review dates for several properties including 5217 Homan (01/22/2026), 51 Webb (01/22/2026), 944 Murray (order to appear on 01/22/2026), 8471 17th Street (inspection and status set for 02/05/2026), and set a rehab-status date of 03/05/2026 for public commenters. The board also rescinded a demolition order for 6126/6166 Harrison after a final inspection.
Cumberland County, Pennsylvania
Planning staff said the county will apply to the Susquehanna River Basin Commission for $250,000 to expand farmland preservation in groundwater-recharge areas; commissioners asked whether SRBC has policy or regulatory roles related to large withdrawals for data centers.
Bend, Deschutes County, Oregon
The city has signed a contract with Kittleson & Associates to develop up to five tactile 3D-printed intersection models for blind and low-vision residents, to be tested by volunteers and housed at public locations such as the library or city hall; staff said printing a model now costs about $200.
Cumberland County, Pennsylvania
The board approved the county's 2025 Hazard Mitigation Plan, updated every five years and approved by PEMA and FEMA, which keeps municipalities eligible for pre- and post-disaster funding; staff said the update re-ranked hazards and added recent events such as pandemic risk.
Bend, Deschutes County, Oregon
Councilor Ariel Mendez told the City of Bend Accessibility Advisory Committee the council is "considering a climate fee on natural gas" applied only to new development as one tool to meet greenhouse gas targets, and flagged a Transportation Safety Action Plan update and street standards discussion on Jan. 28 with goals of zero transportation fatalities and a 10% reduction in crashes.
Public Utilities Commission, Governor's Boards and Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Colorado
At a Dec. 18 technical conference Public Service defended selection of thermal and storage bidders as commissioners pressed the utility to explain a notable rise in gas bid prices, how interconnection and network costs were estimated, and how storage accreditation (ELCC) and location affect portfolio value.
Hammond City, Lake County, Indiana
Staff recommended acceptance of Contract RDash42619 (Indiana Department of Transportation) for Summer Street under federal funding rules and the board approved multiple right-of-way and temporary lane-closure permits including a CSX emergency closure and an EV station connection at City Hall.
Altoona Area SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
After interviewing a field of applicants, the Altoona Area School District board selected Dave (David) Francis in a secret-ballot process and approved his appointment by voice vote; finalists addressed community representation and student supports during follow-up questioning.
Santa Barbara City, Santa Barbara County, California
Planning staff presented a draft short‑term rental ordinance that would prohibit whole‑home STRs in single‑ and two‑unit zones, create a coastal licensing area and require permits for many STR uses; commissioners provided preliminary direction on permit paths, caps, parking and enforcement and asked staff to return with a full ordinance in February 2026.
Cumberland County, Pennsylvania
A Carlisle resident told commissioners a Nov. 10, 2025, fire at a recovery house displaced residents and her family and urged the county to direct its drug and alcohol department to explore oversight mechanisms, including inspections, occupancy limits and fire-safety requirements.
Hammond City, Lake County, Indiana
The board approved multiple probationary appointments at the Hammond Police Department effective Dec. 17, 2025 and recorded the earlier appointment of Stanley Thompson Jr. and the resignation of officer Bridal O'Neil; the request came via Chief William Short.
Santa Barbara City, Santa Barbara County, California
On Dec. 18, 2025 the Santa Barbara Planning Commission denied appeals of the staff hearing officer’s approval of a coastal development permit and the city’s CEQA exemption for soil remediation at 3139 Seacliff, adding conditions on runoff controls, neighborhood notification and stricter air monitoring.
Wayne County, Michigan
A delegation of mayors and city managers from the Grosse Pointe communities and Harper Woods urged Wayne County to prioritize joint dispatch, corridor and seawall improvements, the Harper Woods community center and stormwater management in 2026, noting their five communities contribute more than $35 million in tax revenue to the county.
Boulder, Boulder County, Colorado
Board discussed topics for next year (neuroinclusive housing, ADU update, land-value tax, employer/workforce housing, senior housing) and heard staff updates on board recruitment, a transition to a new packet platform and a City Council adoption of an affordable-housing impact fee expected to produce roughly $1 million annually.
Stonecrest, DeKalb County, Georgia
Procurement presented three parks-related recommendations at the Dec. 18 work session: a $100,394 scoreboard replacement using a Sourcewell/Daktronics cooperative purchase funded from Southeast park funds; a $281,380 parks field and maintenance term contract recommended to Yellowstone Landscape Southeast LLC; and a $97,641.60 Farrington Park playground and shade upgrade. All items were for discussion and will return for council action.
Public Utilities Commission, Governor's Boards and Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Colorado
Public Service presented a recommended near-term procurement portfolio after receiving 161 bids from 135 projects and urged accelerated approvals to capture federal tax credits. Commissioners focused on high gas bid prices, delivery and interconnection uncertainty, an indicative $2$2.5 billion deliverability estimate (and broader JTS transmission needs of about $12.5 billion), and how backup bids or option payments should protect tax-credit value.
Hammond City, Lake County, Indiana
The Hammond board opened bids for a multi-property demolition package and referred the tabulation to inspection; it also affirmed a demolition order for an abandoned church at 6243 Monroe after staff described a collapsed roof.
Wayne County, Michigan
On immediate consideration the county approved: (1) $103,260.95 amendment to Carahsoft for Smartsheet licenses, (2) a $54,600 amendment to Range 313 in Lincoln Park for sheriff training gun certification, and (3) a revenue towing contract with J & T Towing (estimated $150,000); the items were taken together and approved.
Boulder, Boulder County, Colorado
The board approved a draft letter to City Council that highlights housing priorities (including manufactured housing); members asked staff to finalize and circulate the letter for the January council retreat.
Stonecrest, DeKalb County, Georgia
Staff told the council a FY2025 CDBG award of $340,000 was received to fund Salem Road sidewalks and that a GMA health and wellness grant of $5,500 was awarded; both items were discussed for information and will be returned for a formal resolution at the regular council meeting.
Park City, Sedgwick County, Kansas
Johnny Stevens, owner of the Colosseum and Pavilion property, asked the council to allow the decommissioned water tower to be painted with 'WSU' and 'NIAR' branding or to allow him to take the tower; he estimated painting and lighting would cost about $70,000 and said he will submit a written proposal for city review.
Park City, Sedgwick County, Kansas
Council passed a set of ordinances, resolutions and contracts including an amended events fund budget, a special‑use ordinance for 601 E. 49th St., sign‑code text amendments, Champtown and CID financing resolutions, an animal‑code correction, a Skydio drone contract and a fitness court installation agreement. All recorded votes were unanimous (7‑0).
Boulder, Boulder County, Colorado
Board members debriefed a recent manufactured-housing panel and agreed to review the city’s manufactured-housing strategy, compile a problem matrix (energy, maintenance, roads, code barriers) and identify staff contacts to follow up before recommending actions to City Council.
Mifflin County SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Commissioners approved cooperative agreements with the Mifflin County School District that allocate $3 million to a redevelopment sports-complex project and repurpose $1 million for courthouse renovation; the board also approved contracts for legal counsel, dark fiber, cleaning services, a $97,568 state food pantry grant, a CDBG administrative agreement, and multiple personnel actions.
Park City, Sedgwick County, Kansas
Council authorized a five‑year, $78,712 contract with Skydio for a patrol drone system, software, support and cloud storage. The police department will apply $35,000 from the 2025 budget surplus and fund remaining annual payments of $10,928 beginning in 2026; motion passed 7‑0.
Wayne County, Michigan
Wayne County approved a package of year-end budget adjustments, including a $25 million transfer from the treasurer's delinquent-tax revolving fund surplus to the general fund; commissioners asked staff for line-item source details and noted auditor concerns about late adjustments.
Stonecrest, DeKalb County, Georgia
At a Dec. 18 Stonecrest work session the finance director presented October figures showing roughly $16 million in year-to-date revenue and $11 million in expenses, and staff said the FY22 audit is "substantially complete" and being finalized for mayor and manager review.
Delaware County, Indiana
The Delaware County Board of Zoning Appeals approved a conversion request to permit three appointment‑only business suites at 217 S. Cherry St. and granted a barn‑replacement setback variance for Lindsey Young after she said her barn was destroyed by an April 2 tornado. The board continued an absent applicant’s pole‑barn variance to Jan. 29 and heard staff reports on permits and an upcoming MPO conference.
Mifflin County SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Mifflin County commissioners approved a settlement that extends the conditional approval for a 21.48-acre solar array in Wayne Township through Feb. 24, 2026, after the applicant agreed to withdraw a land-use appeal; the board also approved a one-year extension on a Westboro Road bridge project to allow utility relocation work.
Bannock County, Idaho
Facilities director Dan Kendall told commissioners that a Thanksgiving courthouse flood was cleaned up quickly and that the newly renovated YDC is settled; staff proposed cleaning the old YDC this winter and discussed using ARPA or $100,000 in PILT if available.
Wayne County, Michigan
Wayne County commissioners approved YAP program awards while pressing juvenile services staff on why some providers received similar contract caps despite differing caseloads; staff committed to quarterly audits, KPIs, and an annual report by March.
Park City, Sedgwick County, Kansas
Council approved a resolution enabling the city to offer up to $90 million in Champtown star‑bond anticipation notes in smaller, phased sales tied to development benchmarks to improve marketability; bond counsel and the underwriter said the change does not increase the city's obligation. The resolution passed 7‑0.
Bannock County, Idaho
The board approved another five-year cooperative agreement with the U.S. Forest Service to coordinate access and strengthen grant eligibility for road and fuels projects; staff highlighted past Scout Mountain work that used about $315,000 in grant funds.
Bannock County, Idaho
Solid-waste staff told commissioners that hazardous-waste collection days drew just under 1,500 participants this fiscal year, marketing costs ran about $1,400, and 4,500 pounds of dry pesticides/herbicides were diverted through an ISDA program.
Humboldt County, California
Board elected officers for the year, approved a vehicle‑use policy (3109), approved a library‑affiliated food pantry, and adopted a temporary exemptions schedule for community‑center rentals for January–February while staff and committees refine a nonprofit fee policy.
Goochland County, Virginia
The Goochland County Planning Commission voted 5‑0 to recommend approval of a conditional use permit allowing a detached accessory family housing unit on property associated with Joseph Lilly; the case is scheduled for the Board of Supervisors on Feb. 3, 2026.
Bannock County, Idaho
The Bannock County Board approved a cooperative agreement allowing Idaho Transportation Department crews to tie Briscoe Road into Highway 91 during a planned widening project; the approval authorizes the county representative to sign the agreement.
Wayne County, Michigan
The Wayne County Commission approved a $200,000 contribution toward magnetometers for the Downtown Detroit Partnership to screen large public events; Commissioner Tim Killeen voted no, citing concerns about the deal's structure and the possibility the devices could later be sold.
Douglas County School District No. Re 1, School Districts , Colorado
The board approved three budget amendment resolutions, approved vouchers and a professional‑services contract for fiscal consulting, and authorized notices of potential administrative layoffs under NRS 288.151.
Humboldt County, California
The Humboldt County Association of Governments board adopted Alternative 2 as the final RHNA methodology to submit to the California Department of Housing and Community Development, directing staff to notice member agencies and begin the 30‑day review and appeal period.
WINONA AREA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Boards, Minnesota
The Winona Area Public School District board ratified a two-year settlement with the WEA and approved maintenance and food-service personnel arrangements; administration reported an estimated $2.15 million two-year cost for the WEA agreement and fund-specific impacts for other agreements.
Belknap County, New Hampshire
Committee reviewed an IT upgrade request for servers, 32 access points and backup hardware, heard cybersecurity/compliance concerns (HIPAA, CJIS) and agreed that bids and detailed vendor quotes should be obtained before committing funds.
Humboldt County, California
Directors approved an agreement allowing library volunteers to run a food pantry from a clubhouse storage room, with staff and GSRMA recommending volunteer training and noting that the district does not provide auto coverage for volunteers' personal vehicles.
Delaware County, Indiana
After extensive public opposition over repeated open burning and large wood piles, the Delaware County Board of Zoning Appeals granted Steven Massey a six‑month, nontransferable business‑use variance with conditions: no on‑site burning, screening of materials and vehicles, restricted hours, and cleanup.
RSU 52/MSAD 52, School Districts, Maine
District technology staff described a broad modernization program that includes one-to-one devices, a new phone system and 'softphone' capability, consolidated firewalls, lithium UPS battery backups for two-hour phone uptime, a state cyber-performance grant for certificate-based authentication and MFA, secure print management, and other efficiency projects.
WINONA AREA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Boards, Minnesota
Winona Area Public Schools' board approved an ethnic-studies elective for high-school juniors and seniors after extended debate and a temporary motion to table; supporters said the course aligns with state statute and student interest, while opponents said the course language on equity and identity was divisive.
Belknap County, New Hampshire
Committee reviewed a consultant report detailing immediate and long-term deficiencies at the county jail and debated funding $1,058,000 in repairs versus phasing work and launching a feasibility/design study for a new facility. Members coalesced around a compromise to start with roughly $700,000 to address critical items and initiate planning.
Humboldt County, California
Commissioners acknowledged Thomas Mulder’s tenure on the Planning Commission, praising his preparation, community involvement and prior participation in public hearings; the chair noted the board of supervisors had also recognized him.
Douglas County School District No. Re 1, School Districts , Colorado
Trustees rejected a bus‑drivers contract and a teachers’ (DCPEA) agreement this meeting, citing a projected multimillion‑dollar deficit; both denials direct the superintendent to return to the table for negotiations in January.
Humboldt County, California
At the HCOG meeting, California Transportation Commission and Caltrans staff summarized road‑charge pilots and a 10‑year transportation needs assessment, noting a multi‑hundred‑billion‑dollar shortfall and pilot rates (SB339 pilot used 2.8¢/mile). Public commenters raised privacy, tribal sovereignty, equity and cost concerns.
RSU 52/MSAD 52, School Districts, Maine
The district will launch a drop-in special-purpose preschool, the 'Owl's Nest,' for 3- and 4-year-olds with extensive support needs in a partnership modeled on Auburn's program; administration expects to start after ordering materials and accreditation around Feb. 23 and to serve roughly eight students initially.
WINONA AREA PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Boards, Minnesota
At its final meeting of the year the Winona Area Public School District board approved the district's proposed 2025 tax levy, adopted the 2027 budget timeline and assumptions (using an enrollment projection labeled Option G), ratified collective-bargaining and personnel agreements and accepted donations; the board also selected Nov. 3, 2026 for a capital-project levy election.
Volusia County, Florida
Commissioners discussed a staff memo comparing PLDRC stipends and mileage reimbursements with neighboring jurisdictions, raised concerns about travel costs and precedent, and agreed to table formal action and revisit the item during the March budget cycle.
Belknap County, New Hampshire
At a budget-review meeting, staff outlined drivers of an approximately $3 million increase: about half from wages and benefits and half from capital projects. Commissioners recommend using $2 million of fund balance; committee discussed options to reduce the projected 7.6% tax increase.
Volusia County, Florida
PLDRC approved after‑the‑fact variances to allow a ground‑mounted solar array in a front‑yard setback, citing screening measures and the homeowner’s need for emergency backup power; votes were split for one variance but both ultimately passed.
Humboldt County, California
After a detailed presentation of seven years of planning and grant awards, the board postponed approval of the construction contract for a community sports court amid FPPC conflict‑of‑interest guidance and debate over FAA occupancy limits. Community speakers offered both strong support and accusations of delay.
Volusia County, Florida
After testimony about unpermitted work and neighbor complaints, PLDRC split its votes on an after‑the‑fact kennel variance (4–3) and approved an associated barn variance unanimously, while staff noted related code‑enforcement matters lie outside the PLDRC’s purview.
Atherton Town, San Mateo County, California
The council approved up to $2,800 in town-managed funds to support the Senior Task Force’s early-spring workshop (March 21), covering postcard outreach and refreshments after task force leaders reported broad attendance and cross-town participation at a Sept. 27 event.
Humboldt County, California
Director Ford told the Planning Commission the Board of Supervisors approved the Regional Climate Action Plan and thresholds on a 6-0 vote. Commissioners discussed the plan's voluntary adoption by other jurisdictions and formation of a regional climate committee, with HCOG named as a likely host.
Volusia County, Florida
The commission voted unanimously to forward a major amendment to expand the St. Johns River RV Storage PUD from 7.25 to 23.75 acres to the County Council with a recommendation of approval; staff said the amendment would bring unauthorized improvements into compliance and add new storage buildings and parking.
RSU 52/MSAD 52, School Districts, Maine
The board approved a resolution adopting the Androscoggin County Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (2024) so the district can be eligible for FEMA mitigation grant funds (specifically to support a high-school generator); the board voted to sign a single copy for submission.
Jones County, Georgia
At a public session hosted by the Jones County Development Authority, regional planners and utility providers described how the county evaluates potential industry projects, explained thresholds for ‘large’ electric and water loads, and said developers or large customers generally fund needed infrastructure while the county pursues a $25 million water-system expansion.
Atherton Town, San Mateo County, California
Council gave first reading to a proposed ordinance adopting the 2025 state building codes and heard technical clarifications from the town building official and the Menlo Park fire marshal on lithium battery provisions, ADU exemptions and sprinkler thresholds.
Ventura County, California
The county presented a tentative 3.5-year agreement with SEIU Local 721 that includes 3.5% annual raises, targeted market adjustments of 1%–9%, and measures to implement SB 525 minimum-wage requirements across affected health-care classifications; ratification and adoption processes were described.
Humboldt County, California
Humboldt Transit Authority showed a publicity video and said it will order 11 hydrogen fuel‑cell buses to replace diesel vehicles, highlighting range, fast refueling and a proposed public hydrogen fueling site and training center in the county.
Volusia County, Florida
The commission voted 6–1 to deny a variance request tied to the Stone Island PUD after neighbors and multiple commissioners raised concerns about massing, visual impacts and failure to meet variance criteria.
RSU 52/MSAD 52, School Districts, Maine
Board members were notified they were included in a multi-district legal action tied to policies coordinating Title IX and the Maine Human Rights Act. Trustees debated whether the district's policy applies solely to athletics or more broadly and agreed to prioritize selecting legal counsel after the holidays.
Volusia County, Florida
The Planning & Land Development Regulation Commission approved five after‑the‑fact variances to legitimize an elevated accessory structure and staircase on Resource Corridor‑zoned waterfront property, voting 5–2 after debate over precedent and storm‑damage repairs.
Town of Needham, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
The committee advanced the discrimination-complaint intake process (QR code and a Zoom phone line) and agreed to develop a formal policy for public statements and informational posts after members reported mixed reactions to a recent film screening and social-media activity.
Atherton Town, San Mateo County, California
At its Dec. 17 meeting, the Atherton Town Council heard Mayor Lewis’s year-end review highlighting a balanced 2025–26 budget, infrastructure and housing actions, then conducted nominations and oaths for new leadership, approving 'Stacy' as mayor and Rick DeGolia as vice mayor.
Humboldt County, California
Following presentations and extended public comment, the HCOG board voted to adopt Alternative 2 for the seventh-cycle RHNA methodology, prioritizing a VMT-weighted approach for below-moderate units and initiating the 30-day notice and appeal period to HCD.
Ventura County, California
The Ventura County Board approved staff recommendations to raise rates for several water districts, citing a 7.5%–7.52% wholesale supplier increase, infrastructure upgrades and fire-hardening costs; one district will use reserves to limit immediate increases.
Town of Needham, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
The committee reviewed a conceptual town seal redesign that emphasizes the Charles River and Indigenous settlement history; members were asked to send feedback to Amy House in the communications office to inform the town-meeting mailing and public comment period.
Utah League of Cities and Towns, Utah Lobbyist / NGO, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
ULCT policy staff outlined state incentive tools — housing and transit reinvestment zones (HTRZ), First Home Investment Zones (FIS), and Homeownership Promotion Zones (HOPS) — designed to pair tax‑increment revenue and local planning to support more affordable housing and homeownership.
Alpharetta, Fulton County, Georgia
The board approved LG Electronics USA’s two‑story R&D and HVAC testing chamber building and associated civil/landscape work, conditioned on staff approval of dumpster‑enclosure materials and a field‑approved color match for the terracotta rainscreen to the existing campus brick.
Utah League of Cities and Towns, Utah Lobbyist / NGO, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
ULCT presenters told municipal officials that Utah cities may regulate where and how short‑term rentals operate but cannot rely solely on scraping listing websites for enforcement; they pointed attendees to state code (Title 10 Chapter 8 §85.4) and training resources.
Town of Needham, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
Public health director presented a modest fiscal request covering operating, capital and fleet needs, highlighted a request for accreditation fees, described a Town CAF capital project for the senior center kitchen and accessibility improvements (design ~80%), and discussed deferring replacement of a 14‑passenger van pending electric‑charging infrastructure and cost considerations.
Alpharetta, Fulton County, Georgia
The board approved Portman Brookside’s site plan and photometrics and its landscape plan with conditions (screening, species changes, bioswale accommodations). It approved elevations subject to a required return with a revised north elevation rendering and a venting/dryer strategy that preserves facade character.
Humboldt County, California
Humboldt County Planning Commission approved seven consent items on a single voice vote, including a supplemental clarification for the Gatlin Conditional Use Permit that requires the site and operations plans be revised to match the approved project description.
Utah League of Cities and Towns, Utah Lobbyist / NGO, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
At a Utah League of Cities and Towns Land Use Academy session, speakers urged cities to reserve conditional use permits for exceptional cases, document review standards in code (citing Title 10, Ch. 20), and consider delegating administrative review to staff or planning commissions.
Town of Needham, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
The Needham Human Rights Committee confirmed participation in a two-session regional workshop series led by NRN/Essential Partners on March 1 and March 8, 3:00'1:30 p.m., and agreed to contribute the $300 previously approved while recruiting invitees from town committees and elected boards.
Montgomery County Public Schools, School Boards, Maryland
MCPS presented Marylands expanded college and career readiness (CCR) metrics that raise the share of grade-10 students meeting CCR from 22.2% to 59.4% when applied retroactively; board members probed data comparability, grading-policy effects, equity of access to advising/CTE, and state-set thresholds and funding links.
Alpharetta, Fulton County, Georgia
The Alpharetta Design Review Board approved exterior updates for a vacant PNC Bank branch at 4190 Milton Parkway after staff and the applicant agreed to a brick‑match mock‑up and storefront infill if matching fails. The approval includes conditions on window mullions and staff signoff on brick selection.
Humboldt County, California
Caltrans and the California Transportation Commission presented road-charge pilots and a 10-year needs assessment, describing a per-mile model and pilot rate structures (one pilot used 2.8'cents/mile); residents and tribal interests raised privacy, cost and sovereignty concerns during public comment and board Q&A.
Marathon County, Wisconsin
The committee voted to send to the full county board an updated fee schedule for the Marathon County Forensic Science Center that increases cremation authorization and private autopsy fees, establishes a death‑certificate signing charge, and adds sliding and transport fees; staff estimates the changes would generate about $107,000 annually.
Town of Needham, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
Staff incorporated town-counsel recommendations to rescind Article 6, revise public-health nuisance language and update body-art rules; the board directed staff to work with town counsel on fine-schedule references and will return clean versions in January while keeping the hearing open for public comment.
Humboldt County, California
Humboldt Transit Authority unveiled what it described as the first hydrogen fuel-cell bus in rural America, showcased a six-minute video and said it will order 11 hydrogen buses to replace diesel vehicles, while public commenters raised questions about cost and procurement.
Montgomery County Public Schools, School Boards, Maryland
Montgomery County Public Schools staff outlined baseline math proficiency and quarter 1 trends and proposed phased, equity-centered target setting. Board members pressed for evidence, student counts, an intervention RFP, and broader family supports including IXL; no vote was taken.
Hopkinton Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
Officials reported a partial move-in to the Hopkins addition over the December break and a construction schedule for Charleswood with student occupancy planned for January 2028. Presenters said both projects remain on schedule with modest change orders.
Town of Irmo, Richland County, South Carolina
Officials authorized purchase of a Hustler Hyperdrive mower with a 72-inch deck from Hilton's Power Equipment for $18,323.94 and then adjourned the meeting.
Town of Needham, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
The Needham Human Rights Committee voted unanimously to hold its February meeting on Feb. 12 while debating whether to permanently move regular meetings from the third to the second Thursday to reduce schedule conflicts. Absent members will be polled and the change will be revisited in January.
Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, North Carolina
Attorney Catherine Claude Falter presented the PAVE Act-required studies concluding a transfer of CATS assets and operations to the new authority is feasible and, as an issue-spotting exercise, advisable — but noted outstanding debt and collateral cannot transfer on day one and federal/state grant approvals will be required. The authority voted unanimously to publish the studies.
Town of Needham, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
After staff found a basement unit lacking a second egress and with ceiling height below housing-code minimum, the Board of Health voted to uphold an emergency order to condemn, vacate and secure the unit; staff and the building commissioner will work with the owner on demolition/variance and to limit displacement time.
Mifflin County SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
At the Nov. 20 meeting the board approved routine consent items including the treasury report, an assistant district attorney contract, purchase-of-service agreements for child-placement providers, cleaning contracts, reappointments to the conservation district, a Nextiva mailing-machine agreement, and several personnel hires.
Town of Irmo, Richland County, South Carolina
Town officials authorized Resolution 25-12 to accept a USDA letter of conditions and allow Town Administrator Jim Crossland to sign, enabling a $1,980,000 community facilities grant toward a $5.89 million town-hall project; council members approved the resolution by roll call.
Clayton City Council, Clayton, Montgomery County, Ohio
City Manager Elaine briefed council on upcoming holiday closures and a special Jan. 5 meeting, clarified that recent excavation at a Haber/National Road site was for a construction entrance with no final engineering approval yet, and outlined public outreach about gas aggregation and opt-out options.
Charlotte, Mecklenburg County, North Carolina
At its inaugural meeting, the Metropolitan Public Transit Authority elected David Howard as chair and approved officers for vice chair, secretary and treasurer. Trustees also were sworn, initial terms were assigned by lot, and members approved a procedural resolution to publish statutorily required studies.
Town of Needham, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
The Town of Needham Board of Health voted to test, for three months, delivering two cold meals instead of one hot and one cold to Traveling Meals clients after a staff survey showed most clients reheat meals and are satisfied; the pilot will be evaluated by a follow-up survey in month three.
Orange Unified School District, School Districts, California
LPA consultants reviewed Orange Unified's 2019�2021 Facilities Master Plan, presenting a tiered approach to campus improvements, a cost estimate "just shy of $1,000,000,000" (in 2021 dollars), and recommended updates to meet Prop 2 requirements and align projects with available funding.
Marathon County, Wisconsin
The executive committee authorized Conservation, Planning and Zoning to circulate a draft comprehensive plan for public input in January–February, with a formal public hearing planned in February or March; supervisors raised questions about climate, soil testing and education metrics before release.
Mifflin County SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
District staff reported retroactive hirings this year covered additional vans and bus runs largely used for special-education placements; board members agreed to tighten retro-hire practice after staff estimated those gaps could have resulted in thousands of missed student-days and potential FAPE complaints.
Clayton City Council, Clayton, Montgomery County, Ohio
Council unanimously adopted Ordinance O 12 25 34 declaring an emergency to adopt the 2026 job classifications and wage scale, and approved three resolutions: an amendment to 2025 appropriations, a contract for Hoke Road inspection, and a design contract with American StructurePoint not to exceed $630,000.
Orange Unified School District, School Districts, California
District staff and community-site leads presented progress in Orange Unified's California Community Schools Partnership: expansion to 15 sites, partnerships providing food and legal/consular services, and plans to align spending and oversight to sustain services beyond grant periods.
Town of Needham, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
At its Dec. 18 meeting the commission approved the minutes, issued certificates of compliance for 470 Dedham Ave and 176/178 Brookline St, approved a minor modification at 981 South St, and continued hearings for 11 Amelia Rd and 68 Bridle Trail to Jan. 8, 2026; commissioners also discussed a trails citizen‑science app partnership.
Marathon County, Wisconsin
After public comment and a staff briefing, the Marathon County Executive Committee directed staff to convene user groups and return next month with a plan for community engagement and options for the county’s long‑term role in operating the ice arena.
Mifflin County SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Officials approved a time extension for the Juniato Terrace water-main construction contract (no change in contract amount), citing delays caused by North Shore Railroad requirements for an on-site inspector during directional boring; new substantial completion date is Jan. 16, 2026.
Keene, Johnson County, Texas
During public comment at the Dec. 18 special meeting, Wes Schram thanked the council for park lighting but reported water seeping across a stretch of sidewalk that creates a slipping hazard; Paul Knott thanked the many parade volunteers who helped make the event successful.
Hopkinton Public Schools, School Boards, Massachusetts
School leaders reviewed the superintendent’s recommended FY27 budget, which folds a $1.09M special-education reserve into the operating base and proposes roughly $535,000 in new staffing requests. Presenters said the net operating budget for FY27 would be about $71.8 million with a current $322,000 deficit.
Town of Needham, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
The commission declined to issue a full certificate of compliance for restoration work at 103 Wayne Road after staff found plantings clustered around tree bases, missing permanent boundary markers and monitoring reports that did not document repeated replantings; the commission directed staff to work with the owner and consultant on revised planting distribution and monitoring.
Salem City, Essex County, Massachusetts
Multiple residents told the committee their cars were towed without clear signage or adequate notice; councilors asked DPW and parking staff to check sign posting dates and CodeRED notification logs and left several appeals in committee for follow-up.
Keene, Johnson County, Texas
At a Dec. 18 special meeting, the Keene City Council approved Resolution No. 2025-484 canvassing the Dec. 13 runoff, administered oaths to Tracy Samantha Gillen and Charles Easley, and appointed Gillen as mayor pro tem by unanimous vote.
Town of Needham, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
The commission continued the notice of intent for 68 Bridle Trail to Jan. 8, 2026 after staff and commissioners raised questions about a proposed infiltration chamber adjacent to a retaining wall, the handling of saltwater pool discharge and the need for soils information and an O&M plan; staff also asked for conservation markers on the retaining wall.
Mifflin County SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
At its Dec. 18 meeting the board appointed Aaron Barlow to fill a vacancy, approved a retroactive special-education services agreement with Tuscarora Intermediate Unit 11 for $87,403, amended and approved the consent agenda to add a bus driver, and approved three separate 3-day suspensions without pay listed on the agenda.
Clayton City Council, Clayton, Montgomery County, Ohio
Clayton City Council recognized multiple retiring public servants and presented certificates and honors to detectives involved in a major criminal investigation and to Officer Cody Cecil, who survived a shooting. Investigators said the probe led to an indictment and the removal of an alleged predator from the community.
Liberty County, Georgia
Commissioners heard updates on park playground equipment distributions, a tax-sale summary, upcoming fire graduation and recruit classes, and scheduled workshops and committee reconvenings; several follow-up items were assigned to staff.
Salem City, Essex County, Massachusetts
At a Dec. 18 committee meeting, Salem City councilors voted to let the city solicitor seek an abatement for condominium owners hit with a $10,250 estimated water bill, denied several liability claims, approved some towing reimbursements tied to administrative errors, and left numerous street‑sweeping/towing appeals in committee to investigate signage and notifications.
Town of Needham, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
The commission continued a notice-of-intent hearing for 11 Amelia Road to Jan. 8, 2026 after staff and commissioners raised concerns that a proposed larger shed and related work fall within the 25-foot no‑disturb buffer and partially within a 20-foot Town of Needham drain easement; the applicant will supply foundation details, soils data for an infiltration system and an O&M plan.
Mifflin County SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Board approved a $47,730 agreement with Tri County Drug and Alcohol to continue a housing navigation program that pays six months of rent after a lease is signed, with referrals from case managers and funding routed through DAP.
Liberty County, Georgia
Residents installed a gate across Drum Point Way, a deeded county road serving about 20 homes; commissioners directed staff and the county attorney to notify residents that the road must remain open pending abandonment procedures and to ensure emergency access mechanisms are in place.
Public Utilities Commission, Governor's Boards and Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Colorado
Andrew of Circadian told a December 2025 Colorado 9‑1‑1 Program lunch‑and‑learn that fatigue is an impairment that degrades 9‑1‑1 operator performance and urged a five‑defense fatigue risk management approach: staffing, schedules, training, workplace design and monitoring.
US Department of State
The secretary said the United States can convene both sides in the Russia–Ukraine war and is seeking a negotiated settlement acceptable to both parties, but he warned such deals require tradeoffs and that a settlement is ultimately up to Russia and Ukraine.
Mendocino County, California
The commission unanimously forwarded an amended vesting tentative map for the Bella Vista/Gardens Gate subdivision that reduces the lot count to 166, increases a senior neighborhood to 42 lots, retains 13 income‑restricted units and approves a second restated development agreement, a density bonus, and an EIR addendum; staff recommended deletion of Board‑added sidewalk/landscape width increases due to site constraints.
Mifflin County SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
District staff told the board charter tuition increased by about $901,506 year-over-year and that cyber-charter enrollments and high special-education rates are driving large per-pupil costs; staff said some increases are rate-driven and others reflect more students placed out of district.
US Department of State
The secretary described Venezuela's Maduro regime as "illegitimate," tied to narcotrafficking and terrorist groups, cited federal indictments in the Southern District of New York, and defended maritime enforcement actions that target sanctioned oil shipments and transshipment networks.
Liberty County, Georgia
Planning staff briefed commissioners on a Hinesville-approved annexation effective January 1 for ~13.74 acres on Live Oak Church Road by Newbridge Residential Parks, which envisions townhomes and up to 184 apartment units; staff noted the area had been cleared of a dilapidated mobile home park and developers relocated residents as part of a development agreement.
Mifflin County SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
After a public hearing, commissioners approved a CDBG budget modification to move $121,475 from a rec-park project to purchase self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) units for Lewistown Fire Department, using 2023–24 funds immediately and requesting 2025 funding to reach a target of 35 units.
HILLSBORO R-III, School Districts, Missouri
The R-III Public Schools Foundation presented a check to support a new early childhood playground after its inaugural golf fundraiser; board members thanked the foundation and posed for photos.
Mendocino County, California
The Planning Commission unanimously recommended that the Board of Supervisors adopt a package of amendments incorporating parts of the Redwood Valley Municipal Advisory Council’s Community Action Plan into the county general plan, and adopted an addendum to the certified EIR; staff proposed and the MAC accepted red‑line wording changes to clarify intent and avoid imposing new county costs.
Liberty County, Georgia
Fire leadership secured board approval to enter mutual-aid agreements with Long, Glenn and Bridal counties and presented a community risk reduction ordinance intended to strengthen fire inspections, pre-fire planning and public education with the aim of improving ISO ratings; commissioners discussed effective dates and implementation steps and voted to adopt.
Marathon County, Wisconsin
The board approved a series of routine and substantive measures including forestry work plan, county forest loan payment, redevelopment RFPs for the former social services building and River Drive, a Next‑Gen 9‑1‑1 joint powers agreement, and updated medical examiner fees after a statutory change. Several items passed unanimously; some passed with recorded or noted opposition.
US Department of State
At a State Department press event, the secretary said the Gaza ceasefire’s next step is completing "phase 1"—establishing a border security component and a Palestinian technocratic body—before an international stabilization force and reconstruction can proceed.
Marathon County, Wisconsin
After extended debate over whether the county should fund a regional site-readiness study, the Marathon County Board of Supervisors approved an amended resolution tying the county’s $5,000 contribution to matching commitments from peer counties and a presentation to the board. The final vote was 23–9.
HILLSBORO R-III, School Districts, Missouri
Board accepted an unmodified FY2025 audit, heard midyear budget and revenue timing that created a temporary negative cash position, discussed a $117,560.13 senior tax-credit impact, and approved payments and contracts including a $22,275 bill to Jefferson College, summer school, a three-unit John Deere Gator rental, and a bond redemption amendment.
Liberty County, Georgia
The board approved a renewal contract with TR Long Engineering and heard project status updates on Live Oak Drive, Barrington Ferry roundabout, Kings Road, Bacon Town Road and other drainage and permit-dependent work; commissioners discussed bid timing, potential city participation and retainage practices.
Mifflin County SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Auditor Dan Bradley told the school board the district received an unmodified ("clean") opinion for the year ended June 30, 2025, while noting large long-term pension and OPEB liabilities that widen the accrual-basis deficit but do not affect near-term cash operations.
Baltimore County, Maryland
Commissioners proposed a Feb. 27 symposium at Town Community Center, discussed promotion and modest refreshment costs, were told $5,000 is a typical maximum funding request, and agreed to resolve January/February in-person vs. virtual scheduling by email if needed; commissioners also approved minutes and empowered a staff member to take minutes for the meeting.
Michigan City, LaPorte County, Indiana
The commission approved a one-month extension of Baker Engineering's contract to Jan. 31, 2026, heard a developer update that The Franklin tower expects a tentative Aug. 1 move-in and 114 inquiries, and received details about the Tailwinds commercial park and nearby signage approvals.
Baltimore County, Maryland
The commission received draft bylaws from the chief administrative officer and will distribute them for review; commissioners will propose procedural amendments ahead of a line-by-line review at the January meeting to align governance with Article 29 authority.
Michigan City, LaPorte County, Indiana
After years of negotiations, the Michigan City Redevelopment Commission unanimously authorized Executive Director Skyler York to notify the developers that the commission will conclude the exclusive redevelopment agreement for the waterfront 'solo/solar' site on Dec. 31, 2025, unless closing occurs before then.
HILLSBORO R-III, School Districts, Missouri
District staff told the board they expanded early childhood from six integrated classrooms to eight total and plan to convert two integrated rooms to general-education pre-K to enroll 23–27 children from the wait list; enrollment is 118 and attendance is about 95.66%.
Agoura Hills, Los Angeles County, California
After a multi‑hour public hearing the Agoura Hills Planning Commission recommended denial (4–1) of a general plan amendment to allow a 76‑unit senior residential care facility at Agora and Chesebro Roads, citing incompatibility with the Old Agora overlay and multiple community safety and character concerns. The commission did, however, recommend adoption of the project’s Mitigated Negative Declaration (4–1) so CEQA review proceeds to council.
Laredo, Webb County, Texas
The commission unanimously approved the Nov. 28, 2025 minutes and later moved to adjourn; no other formal votes occurred during the session.
Mifflin County SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Commissioners voted to display the county’s 2026 budget for public review, keeping the millage rate at 15.77 mills and identifying a projected 4.74% reduction in expenditures compared with 2025; final adoption is scheduled for Dec. 18, 2025.
Haverford Township SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Resident Victor Donnet praised the district's Chatham Park solar contract, highlighted a $300,000 state grant already awarded, and urged the board to apply for a new round of state 'solar for schools' funding and to consider expanded solar at other district sites.
Transit Authority Meetings, Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee
Staff told the board the agency won a $10 million federal Bus and Bus Facilities grant, the city council reallocated $8 million of metro capital funds into general capital (improving near-term state-of-good-repair availability), and winter service changes funded by the Choose How You Move program take effect Jan. 4, extending Sunday hours and improving frequency on key routes.
Liberty County, Georgia
Tax commissioner reported property tax bills are live and that only one parcel went to the December tax sale; county finance staff said October revenues were ~17% of budget with an unassigned fund balance equal to 3.7 months of operating expenditures, and commissioners approved a tax-collection agreement with Flemington.
Agoura Hills, Los Angeles County, California
The Agoura Hills Planning Commission voted 5–0 to approve a conditional use permit to reclassify an existing member-only alcohol license at the Lakeland Aero Country Club so the venue can serve the public (type 41 now, with option for type 47 within two years). Staff cited minimal expected public-safety impact and revised service hours closer to pre-2024 operations.
Transit Authority Meetings, Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee
The Nashville MTA board approved a $35,000 increase to a ground maintenance purchase order, authorized a $529,865.60 sole-source change order for post-delivery equipment installation on 19 buses, adopted a purchase-card policy limiting initial cardholders, and approved free fares for New Year's Eve as part of the consent agenda.
Glynn County, Georgia
At its Dec. 18 meeting the Glynn County Board of Assessors approved the Nov. 13 minutes, certified the 2026 prebuilt mobile-home digest, authorized a personal-property correction and refund for King & Prince Seafood Corporation, and adopted a four-item consent agenda; no roll-call tallies were recorded in the transcript.
Laredo, Webb County, Texas
The commission received orientation/workshop packets and a 2026 meeting calendar (dates tentative), was reminded to submit an eligibility affidavit, and staff described RFQ/RFP timelines and evaluation roles to handle over 50 contest submissions and library‑mural entries.
Transit Authority Meetings, Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee
At the December MTA board meeting, riders and St. Luke's representatives urged WeGo to address AccessRide cancellations and the half-mile distance many clients must walk with heavy food bags; a rider also asked whether people on SSI will be eligible for the Journey Pass program.
Glynn County, Georgia
Staff said TrueRoll would cost about $67,000 a year and the vendor guaranteed to cover shortfalls if projected savings fall short; the board heard the update and staff said implementation is planned but no formal vote was taken.
Haverford Township SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The Haverford Township School District board approved consent items for finance and facilities and authorized disbursements totaling $2,724,274.44 as presented on the agenda; Shelton moved the bill-list approval and the motion passed by voice vote.
Northampton City, Hampshire County, Massachusetts
A UMass Amherst Center for Program Evaluation report presented Dec. 18 to the Northampton Board of Health finds majority baseline awareness of the Division of Community Care (DCC), community preference for community responders for nonviolent calls, and recommends improved data systems, staff training and client feedback mechanisms; UMass will present additional 9‑1‑1 analysis in part two.
Laredo, Webb County, Texas
Commission staff told members a city council‑tabled water‑tower mural would require council action and could cost contractors an estimated $30,000–$40,000 depending on complexity; commissioners questioned a $750 maximum design award and discussed RFQ/RFP and evaluation procedures.
Glynn County, Georgia
Glynn County staff told assessors the City of Brunswick will accept HOME Act homestead applications and must forward them by April 11; the county will review approvals and denials, and staff warned a roughly $8,000 software update may be needed to process claims.
LaSalle County, Illinois
Trustees voted to enter executive session under 5 ILCS 120/2(c) to discuss reserves and potentially imminent litigation after receiving the monthly report (November funds down $44,002.94) and safety-committee updates; roll-call respondents recorded 'Aye'.
Nampa, Canyon County, Idaho
Council moved and seconded to approve a resolution adopting bylaws; after a short discussion about stakeholder input and a request to continue to January 5 for more voices, the motion carried with one recorded 'no'.
LaSalle County, Illinois
Trustees reviewed a year-end bond and insurance-trust packet showing a $6.6 million portfolio, roughly $1.9 million in annual withdrawals, and an estimated $3–3.5 million shortfall to carry the trust through bond maturities; an actuary’s January report was requested.
Holyoke City, Hampden County, Massachusetts
On Dec. 16 the council accepted a $250,000 Mass Clean Water Trust grant, approved multiple small transfers and adopted several committee reports and special‑permit actions; several items were referred for additional committee review or tabled pending more information.
Haverford Township SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The Haverford Township School District board approved a five-year employment agreement for Jennifer Saxa as assistant superintendent; the agenda lists an end date of June 30, 2031 and the start date on the transcript was garbled, so the start year is recorded as not specified.
Mountain View, Santa Clara County, California
Mountain View’s Rental Housing Committee unanimously adopted an amendment to CSFRA Chapter 13 to add a 4.7% CPI increase (June 2023–June 2025) into the one‑time utility adjustment calculation for petitions that remain pending; finalized petitions and tenant notices will not change.
Nampa, Canyon County, Idaho
City staff and legal counsel told the council that the future land use map and comprehensive plan (required by state code and the local land use planning act) guide zoning decisions, explained limits on spot zoning and ex parte communications, and recommended a January workshop for deeper training.
Northampton City, Hampshire County, Massachusetts
Planning staff described a proposed expansion of temporary and permanent easements so Valley CDC can install a geothermal well field in the city parking area to serve a 27 Crafts Avenue affordable-housing project. The item was presented for two readings; council did not vote. Some councilors raised procedural objections and a charter-objection attempt was made before adjournment.
Holyoke City, Hampden County, Massachusetts
After hours of debate over a long‑pending salary schedule update, the council voted then moved to reconsider and table changes to Schedule A — a decision that leaves the treasurer hiring process and several position‑grade changes unresolved.
Haverford Township SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The Haverford Township School District board approved a four-year collective bargaining agreement with the Haverford Township Education Association, effective 09/01/2025'08/31/2029, after board members praised negotiators and teachers; the motion passed by voice vote.
Citrus County, Florida
Volunteers running a Citrus County gift shop said they donate 100% of proceeds to Meals on Wheels, have given more than $75,000 since 2010 and support about 300 meal recipients; shop hours are Monday–Friday, 10 a.m.–2 p.m., organizers said.
Mountain View, Santa Clara County, California
The committee voted unanimously to set fixed rates effective Jan. 1, 2026: $300/hour for hearing officers, $175/hour for paralegals and $125/hour for settlement conference facilitators, with an annual cost‑of‑living adjustment; staff said the existing petition budget and reserves are expected to cover the change.
Northampton City, Hampshire County, Massachusetts
Council approved eight Community Preservation Act funding recommendations (8–1). Debate focused on a proposed pump track: opponents flagged maintenance and equity concerns; proponents noted fundraising and maintenance agreements. The full CPA package passed with Councilor Rothenberg voting no.
Portland, Multnomah County, Oregon
Council approved a resolution establishing an annual strategic-priority-setting process, including amendments to clarify facilitator selection and to require the framework to identify consensus and divergence; council also debated safeguards to prevent the framework from being used to block individual councilors' legislation.
Mountain View, Santa Clara County, California
The Mountain View Rental Housing Committee unanimously affirmed a hearing officer’s decision ordering rent reductions and a rent rollback in a tenant’s secondhand‑smoke/habitability petition, rejecting the landlord’s allegation of systemic bias while staff said the record included corroborating evidence.
Elgin, Bastrop County, Texas
The council voted to place a one-year funding agreement with the Elgin Chamber of Commerce using hotel/motel tax funds, a move intended to give the chamber new leadership time to demonstrate results after some council members questioned whether its activities would attract visitors.
Citrus County, Florida
Citrus County said it will update its comprehensive plan — last revised in 1990 — with consultant Inspire Planning and Design to lay out a vision through 2050. Officials cited Florida Statutes and invited residents to workshops, pop-ups, an online survey and a community forum.
Northampton City, Hampshire County, Massachusetts
Council voted to reprogram $400,000 previously earmarked for Memorial Hall into a citywide building-portfolio study and approved $112,500 for leasing roughly ten vehicles for multiple departments. The Memorial Hall reprogramming passed 8–1; the vehicle-leasing order passed unanimously.
Holyoke City, Hampden County, Massachusetts
The Holyoke City Council referred three appropriation orders totaling $13,130,200 for roof replacements at Elmer J. McMahon, Maurice A. Donahue and Claire Sullivan Middle School to the finance committee; the projects are described as MSBA‑eligible and will be expended under the mayor’s direction.
Elgin, Bastrop County, Texas
At a Dec. 16 special meeting, Elgin City Council approved annexing about 174 acres for a planned development district, authorized multiple vendor contracts including a compensation study and continued financial consulting, and approved a development consent agreement amendment after limited dissent.
South Charleston, Kanawha County, West Virginia
A Chamber of Commerce appointment to the fire civil service board was listed on the agenda in error and removed; the city reported the chamber can appoint the member and that 'Mister Harper' will serve.
Savannah-Chatham County, School Districts, Georgia
A sixth grader at Hubert Middle School won a city naming contest and helped operate a new pothole‑patching machine nicknamed 'Uncle Phil,' which city speakers said will be used daily and is expected to fill more than 2,000 potholes a year.
South Charleston, Kanawha County, West Virginia
Council members reported Cobb County Commissioners did not approve a proposal to designate the South Charleston community center as a permanent early-voting site, asking for cost figures, need assessments and public advertisement before any decision.
Portland, Multnomah County, Oregon
Portland council approved a motion asking the city budget office to require a pilot program-offer budget from Parks & Recreation that details funding sources and alignment with the 2025 parks levy and asked the office to develop a scalable template for other bureaus.
Northampton City, Hampshire County, Massachusetts
The council received the ordinance-review committee's report after 17 meetings and three public forums. Committee recommended changes (signs, housekeeping, rescissions) and identified items for further study including snow-and-ice removal and mobile food-vendor rules; recommendations will move to the next council and relevant commissions.
Portland, Multnomah County, Oregon
Council approved 14 of 15 nominees to the Portland Street Response advisory committee but rejected one nominee, Rebecca Morgan, after debate over whether committee members must reside in Portland districts; public commenters urged lived-experience representation.
LAWTON, School Districts, Oklahoma
This transcript records an LPS Children's Chorus Christmas concert with song introductions and dismissals; it is not a civic meeting and therefore not eligible for civic article generation.
CHARLOTTESVILLE CTY PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
During public comment, residents and community leaders criticized past outcomes, urged investment in wraparound services and asked officials to define the specific problem SROs would solve before formalizing deployments; a former police chief and community members cited alternative models such as Harlem Children's Zone.
South Charleston, Kanawha County, West Virginia
The South Charleston City Council voted to hold its mandatory January meeting on Jan. 1 at noon and approved members attending virtually if desired. The motion was made and passed by voice vote.
Portland, Multnomah County, Oregon
City Auditor Simone Reddy and outside auditors Baker Tilly said Portland's FY2024-25 financial statements earned a clean opinion but identified deficiencies in capital-asset accounting and internal controls; the chief financial officer said a plan of action will return to committee in January.
Muhlenberg County, School Boards, Kentucky
The board recognized Jude Gardner, a sophomore who earned his Eagle Scout by building an obstacle course for his school's JROTC program and was recently named Youth Citizen of the Year by the Greater Muhlenberg Chamber.
CHARLOTTESVILLE CTY PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
City and school operations staff told the joint work session that a 58% vacancy in key bus-driver roles and growing maintenance costs are straining services; staff presented 5‑year average placeholders ($394,004 maintenance increase; $487,062 transportation increase) and discussed options including adding six 40‑hour driver positions.
Parlier City, Fresno County, California
Interim City Clerk Britta Scalera announced on Dec. 18 that the Parlier City Council’s regular meeting was canceled because there was no quorum and no public present; items were rescheduled for a special meeting on Dec. 19 at 4:00 p.m.
CHARLOTTESVILLE CTY PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
Superintendent Dr. Gurley presented a needs‑based FY27 framework prioritizing compensation, student supports, facilities maintenance and early childhood; staff reported a $91.9M salaries-and-benefits baseline and identified a projected $4.7M compensation increase tied to collective bargaining. Presenters stressed persistent achievement gaps and new state accountability changes.
Northampton City, Hampshire County, Massachusetts
City staff presented a near-final design for safety upgrades on Route 9 at Northampton High School: two coordinated signalized intersections with exclusive pedestrian phases, continuous protected bike lanes, narrowed travel lanes and ADA improvements. Estimated funding includes $1.5M ARPA and $1.5M capital funds; bidding planned for January.
Evesham Township School District, School Districts, New Jersey
Board members said they will seek a third-party auditor to review the district ELA program and delayed a formal selection until new board members are sworn in; the consent agenda passed with Miss Fox recorded as abstaining on two items; outgoing members were publicly thanked.
Longmont, Boulder County, Colorado
The Planning and Zoning Commission voted 6–1 on Dec. 17, 2025, to recommend City Council approve the Dry Creek annexation (PZR-2025-15a), an ~8‑acre RMN proposal at 9308 N. 87th St. Staff and the applicant stressed fee‑simple lots and limits on apartments; neighbors pressed traffic, parking and wildlife protections.
CHARLOTTESVILLE CTY PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
Charlottesville City Schools' joint work session opened with two procedural actions: the board approved Miss Richardson’s remote participation and adopted the meeting agenda by voice votes. No substantive budget decisions were finalized at the session.
Muhlenberg County, School Boards, Kentucky
High-school students and teachers described participation in a Columbia University partnership and asked the board for permission to host a community 5K and American Red Cross blood drive at the Sue and Brad Badgett Center, with plans to invite neighboring counties and seek grant funding.
Evesham Township School District, School Districts, New Jersey
A Marlton resident told the Evesham Township School District board that staff and parents parking on Arendelle Drive near Jaggard School are creating morning congestion and crossing hazards; the resident asked the board to look into the issue and possibly make an announcement.
Muhlenberg County, School Boards, Kentucky
The Muhlenberg County Board of Education approved the 2026–27 school calendar, set the January meeting for Jan. 15 at 5:30 p.m., accepted financial reports and advanced a first reading to add a nonvoting student member to board policy 01.1.
Audit Committee Meetings, Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee
The Audit Committee voted to accept the draft Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) pending non-substantive edits so staff can meet the state's 12/31 filing deadline. Committee members also discussed fund-balance recovery plans, GASB impacts and a miscommunication over the Metro General Hospital audit that KPMG helped resolve.
Town of Danvers, Essex County, Massachusetts
The Human Rights and Inclusion Committee announced its MLK celebration (Jan. 19), an essay contest (deadline Jan. 9), and said it reviewed 11 HRIC grant applications with recipients to be announced at the MLK event; members also recapped a well-attended menorah lighting and upcoming Black History Month programming.
Town of Danvers, Essex County, Massachusetts
A Danvers High School student told the committee that racist graffiti was found in a boys' bathroom and that the principal had notified parents and contacted police; the committee said it would connect education subcommittee members with the student group and follow up with school leadership.
FAIRFAX CO PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
At a Dec. 18 public hearing the Fairfax County School Board heard a pre-registered speaker, Katie Herman, chair of FPAC, urge the board to follow community input on naming the new Western Fairfax County high school; the board is scheduled to vote on the name Feb. 12, 2026.
Flagstaff City, Coconino County, Arizona
Fire prevention staff told officials that inspections and public education have fallen as Flagstaff grows: presenters said the city has more than 3,500 businesses, roughly 150 special-event permit inspections this year, and that prevention staffing fell from four pre-recession to two inspectors.
Tulare, Tulare County, California
Council approved staff recommendation to replace headworks washer‑compactor and bar screen gearbox/drive assemblies with current-generation Duperon equipment; staff said the project had been budgeted (transcript indicates approximately $225,000).
FAIRFAX CO PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
At the Dec. 18 meeting the Fairfax County School Board voted 5–5 on a request for Miss Dixit to attend remotely; the clerk said the tie and board policy 22.1‑7 meant the motion failed rather than being deferred.
City of Chicago SD 299, School Boards, Illinois
During the Dec. 18 bond-authorization hearing, three community speakers urged the Chicago Board of Education to address unreliable student transportation at Whittier Elementary, fund a youth restorative-justice 'peacekeeping' pipeline, and approve expansion of North River Elementary to add capacity and accessibility improvements.
Tulare, Tulare County, California
After SCADA alarms revealed breaks and wet‑well lining failure at the Lactalis lift station, the council approved a $68,000 task order with an on‑call engineering firm, funded from CIP project SW008, and granted the city manager 10% change‑order authority.
Monroe County, Indiana
Monroe County commissioners approved a series of contracts and grant amendments: Integra appraisal ($17,700) for reassessment, HFI controller replacement ($23,845), Toshiba copier fleet lease ($208,547), Green Business Network recycling renewal ($5,450), Koenig Equipment service agreement (not to exceed $3,000), a reduced STD grant (-$58,835), and a Moores Creek stormwater contract closeout showing a $67,689.18 underrun returned to the fund.
Tulare, Tulare County, California
The council approved a one-year extension with SCA of California LLC for street sweeping, with staff noting a roughly 3% price increase for 2026 on top of a prior 5% increase; staff said the contract still saves about $350,000 annually versus prior arrangement.
Flagstaff City, Coconino County, Arizona
An internal employee survey of City of Flagstaff staff recorded improved work-life balance and reduced burnout while showing persistent compensation and career-path concerns; HR outlined recent market adjustments and asked council to sustain investments in pay and benefits.
Ithaca City, Tompkins County, New York
Staff reported Sears Street affordable homes are scheduled to close with new homeowners in January; Leslie Ackerman of INHS will retire at year end; HUD withdrew the Continuum of Care NOFA and plans to reissue it; the agency's accountant Kim Cook resigned effective Jan. 20.
Tulare, Tulare County, California
A consultant told the Tulare City Council that downtown CCTV inspections found many pipelines in poor structural condition and recommended a risk-based capital improvement program totaling about $12 million, with roughly half of downtown lines recommended for replacement.
Flagstaff City, Coconino County, Arizona
Fire department leaders told city officials that growth and rising call volumes have left Flagstaff understaffed and under-equipped, proposing $43 million in one-time capital and an ongoing staffing increase (presenters cited $16M–$18M estimates) to meet NFPA-informed response benchmarks.
Monroe County, Indiana
The auditor presented an accounts payable docket totaling $113.78 million. Commissioners removed a $30,000 Bloomington Economic Development Corporation (BEDC) item because it had not been heard at a commissioners' meeting; BEDC interim president Clark Greiner asked the board to reconsider the organization’s funding in January. The amended claims docket was approved.
Washington County, Wisconsin
AIS Director Stacy Holland told the Land Use & Planning Committee the 2025 Washington County Fair saw lower attendance on very hot days but higher revenues due to expanded paid seating, sponsorships and operational changes; volunteers and site renovations were highlighted and AIS plans new events for 2026.
Town of Danvers, Essex County, Massachusetts
Affordable-housing presenters reviewed local housing data, promoted a Maple Square lottery of remaining affordable units and described historic racially restrictive deed language; advocates urged support for S.1080, a Massachusetts bill to let homeowners remove discriminatory language from property records.
Flagstaff City, Coconino County, Arizona
Housing staff reviewed HUD-backed housing authority finances, bond-funded incentive spending and a 10-year affordable housing metric (22% of new units delivered since plan adoption), and asked whether council wants staff to develop proposals for an ongoing housing funding source, expanded incentive policy, or employer-assisted housing.
Monroe County, Indiana
The County adopted Resolution 2025-58 to require at least 30 days’ notice before removing homeless encampments on county property (not to be issued before March 2, 2026), while reserving emergency exceptions. Residents and council members urged more comprehensive planning and outreach.
Washington County, Wisconsin
The Land Use & Planning Committee voted to forward an amendment to chapter 275 (shoreland, wetland and floodplain zoning) to the county board after staff said updated FEMA FIRM maps and state NR 115 model language require action; committee asked staff to seek clarified boathouse reconstruction language with the DNR.
Ithaca City, Tompkins County, New York
Committee staff projected roughly $697,000 available for CDBG and about $209,700 for HOME in 2026 after admin and projected program income, and announced applications will be released in January with a Feb. 20 noon deadline; staff cautioned applicants about federal budget uncertainty.
Monroe County, Indiana
The Board of Commissioners approved amendments to the Economic Development Income Tax (EDIT) capital improvement plan, renumbering projects, setting plan expiration to Dec. 31, 2027, and adding language that excludes the justice center from the percentage calculations while retaining it as a stated priority.
Flagstaff City, Coconino County, Arizona
Sustainability director presented a package of 12 priorities for the climate emergency — from retaining two climate positions and expanding wildfire-resilience pilots to ADU accelerators, EV trials for police, net-zero incentives and a municipal long-term energy plan — and asked council for directional feedback ahead of dollar-level budgeting.
Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District, School Districts, California
Public commenters urged the board to restore a suicide‑prevention assembly program, objected to surprise midterm AP scheduling changes at Esperanza High School, called for reinstating ELD coordinator periods and remembered Tom Craig, a longtime crisis coordinator the commenter said was wrongly removed — speakers asked the board for follow‑up and clarity.
Flagstaff City, Coconino County, Arizona
Using a facilitated exercise, council members and staff identified and agreed on four top priorities for 2026 budgeting: (1) core services (including employee compensation), (2) housing, (3) economic vitality (tourism and business attraction), and (4) capital investments including parks, forest health and infrastructure.
Ithaca City, Tompkins County, New York
After an executive‑session personnel discussion, the committee unanimously approved a memorandum of understanding with Ithaca City to establish a funds‑coordinator position and authorized staff to hire for the role.
Flagstaff City, Coconino County, Arizona
City finance staff told council sales-tax and tourism-linked revenues have softened and outlined state-shared impacts from the San Tan Valley annexation and federal tax changes; staff proposed raising the first recession-plan trigger to avoid premature cuts.
Hamilton County, School Districts, Tennessee
The board approved a six-month contract with lobbyist Robert Gowen at $3,500 per month, down from a prior $5,000 arrangement; the decision was procedural and passed on roll call.
Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District, School Districts, California
Business services presented a first interim report projecting multi‑year general‑fund deficits driven by declining enrollment and rising costs; trustees approved the first interim positive certification and authorized refunding certificates of participation to refinance debt and save interest.
Ithaca City, Tompkins County, New York
The Neighborhood Investment Committee voted unanimously to reprogram $30,000 in CDBG public‑services funds to top up previously approved projects, including learning‑labs personnel support, a Historic Ithaca project, and a Catholic Charities security‑deposit assistance top‑up.
Hamilton County, School Districts, Tennessee
After lengthy debate over authority, public input and developer influence, the board adopted a capacity-management policy (framework) by a 7–2 vote; a joint motion to approve rezoning tied to District 2 failed earlier.
Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District, School Districts, California
After extended public and trustee discussion about student impacts, staffing, and family scheduling, the board voted 4–1 to adopt an adjusted 2026–27 school calendar starting earlier in August; trustees directed more community surveying and phased implementation planning.
Hamilton County, School Districts, Tennessee
The school board approved accepting about $7 million in school-based mental-health funding over four years to increase psychologists’ pay, recruit staff and fund a grant manager post. Board members pressed for clarity on pay scales, duration and internal equity before voting.
Placentia-Yorba Linda Unified School District, School Districts, California
District leaders presented 2025 CAASPP and Frontline analysis showing PYLUSD outperformed statewide averages in ELA and math but highlighted sizable achievement gaps for English learners, low‑income students and students with disabilities; the meeting also recognized the district’s Golden Bell Award for preschool inclusion.
Cedar Springs Public Schools, School Boards, Michigan
Ashley Lowing, an instructional coach and varsity volleyball coach with Cedar Springs Public Schools, described her K–12 teaching background, K-5 instructional coaching duties, student assessment work, 12 years coaching varsity volleyball, and plans to pursue administrative certification to continue serving the district.
Washington County, Wisconsin
USDA Wildlife Services recommended denying a 2025 claim by Gerald Schmidt for failing to meet harvest objectives; the committee approved the claims package by voice vote and confirmed the denial recommendation.