Public Access

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Harbor Management

South Coastal Harbor Plan update urges tighter rules on 'catwalks' and boosts for marsh migration, waterfront access

Tom King and Jim Sullivan briefed the commission on a draft renewal of the South Coastal Harbor Management Plan, highlighting three priorities: researching a Chapter 91 moratorium on catwalks, planning for marsh migration and coastal resilience, and supporting the 'blue economy'; the committee noted the town approved a $15.3 million waterfront bond and will seek select board endorsement before CZM review.

ChathamNov 4, 2026

Resident says council livestream camera blocks online viewers; offers $1,100 fix

LawrenceNov 6, 2026

Hull committee endorses 'public access' stencil and plans phased spring rollout

HullNov 4, 2026

City unveils new agenda center to comply with SB 707 and expand remote access

ParamountNov 5, 2026

Public participant blocked from speaking after Zoom compatibility issue; visiting reporter listens

Norwalk CityNov 5, 2026

Public Access

Commissioners discuss new route to preserve public access around Red Creek Ranch

Commissioners described ongoing talks with Red Creek Ranch’s owner and the BLM after the private owner said he would not allow access through his property; county and BLM staff are exploring a Wyoming State Trails route to maintain public access and aim to begin ground work in mid-2027.

Sweetwater CountyNov 4, 2026

Public Comment

Residents urge kayak access fixes and ask about town staffing turnover

A resident asked the council to remove a container blocking kayak launch parking and to open some parking spaces to kayaks; another speaker criticized high town employee turnover and asked council to explain departures and retention steps.

Town of Sunset BeachNov 3, 2026

Public Access

Commissioners discuss Red Creek Ranch access after owner declines easement; MOU and alternate route proposed

Commissioner Taylor Jones reported landowner Adam Larrick will not grant public access across Red Creek Ranch; county and BLM staff are exploring a new route maintained by Wyoming State Trails and an MOU to address liability and maintenance, with on‑the‑ground work tentatively planned for July 2027.

Sweetwater CountyNov 3, 2026

More coverage

Committee approves posting meeting recordings to Hull TV

HullNov 4, 2026

Comprehensive Plan public hearing for Butler County Planning Commission

Butler CountyNov 4, 2026

Council weighs $10,000–$15,000 audiovisual upgrade to improve live streaming and recordings

New FreedomNov 3, 2026

Flood commission moves regular meetings to Government Plaza conference room to improve Teams access

Tulare CountyNov 2, 2026

Landing commission flags Chapter 91 licensing and public-access concerns at Westport Point

WestportOct 28, 2026

Board favors keeping live streams, agrees on redundancy and better audio

CARMEL CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICTOct 29, 2026

Board renews teleconference authority for county boards, saying remote access supports inclusion

San Diego CountyOct 28, 2026

How to follow Pasco's Nov. 2 council meeting: agenda and live streams

Pasco CityOct 30, 2026

Commission liaison says village will pursue 'island walk' public access in litigation

North Bay VillageOct 28, 2026

Resident urges Paonia to restore 6 p.m. meeting time, says 5:30 start blocks commuters

PaoniaOct 28, 2026

Public Access

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South Coastal Harbor Plan update urges tighter rules on 'catwalks' and boosts for marsh migration, waterfront access

Resident says council livestream camera blocks online viewers; offers $1,100 fix

Hull committee endorses 'public access' stencil and plans phased spring rollout

City unveils new agenda center to comply with SB 707 and expand remote access

Public participant blocked from speaking after Zoom compatibility issue; visiting reporter listens

Commissioners discuss new route to preserve public access around Red Creek Ranch

Residents urge kayak access fixes and ask about town staffing turnover

Commissioners discuss Red Creek Ranch access after owner declines easement; MOU and alternate route proposed

More coverage

Committee approves posting meeting recordings to Hull TV

Comprehensive Plan public hearing for Butler County Planning Commission

Council weighs $10,000–$15,000 audiovisual upgrade to improve live streaming and recordings

Flood commission moves regular meetings to Government Plaza conference room to improve Teams access

Landing commission flags Chapter 91 licensing and public-access concerns at Westport Point

Board favors keeping live streams, agrees on redundancy and better audio

Board renews teleconference authority for county boards, saying remote access supports inclusion

How to follow Pasco's Nov. 2 council meeting: agenda and live streams

Commission liaison says village will pursue 'island walk' public access in litigation

Resident urges Paonia to restore 6 p.m. meeting time, says 5:30 start blocks commuters

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Comcast franchise agreement would set 5% franchise fee and 1.75% PEG fund for MACC jurisdictions

Planning commission approves recommendation to vacate 182-foot swath of East Lake Shore Drive

Residents raise access-to-minutes and tree/traffic concerns; council offers follow-up

Commission flags gaps in meeting video archive and staff availability for schedule changes

Residents say public-comment camera quality downgraded; city manager says change was for safety

Beach managers seek $125,000 in CPC funds to install mobility mats