What happened on Friday, 09 May 2025
Ways and Means, Joint, Committees, Legislative, Oregon
The Ways and Means subcommittee recommended approval of House Bill 5,001 with a one-time $1 million transfer from the Board of Accountancy’s reserves to fund need‑based scholarships and a staffing change; fiscal staff said the move would reduce the board’s operating reserves from about 27 months to about nine months.
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Senator Lincoln Hough and Representative Dirk Deaton announce total budget of $1.05 billion.
2025 Legislature Alaska, Alaska
The Alaska House Labor and Commerce Committee advanced House Bill 110 to allow licensed social workers from other states to practice in Alaska through the social work licensure compact, supporters said it would increase access to behavioral health care across rural and urban communities.
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Lawmakers amend Title 8 to streamline filling vacancies in borough offices within 15 days
2025 Legislature Alaska, Alaska
Senate Bill 158 would direct the Alaska Department of Fish and Game/CFEC to create a new administrative boundary in the upper subdistrict of the central Cook Inlet to reflect the distinct East‑side set‑net fishery; many local fishers testified in favor.
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Legislation allows Alaska Railroad to transfer 84.8 acres of land to Whittier.
2025 Legislature Alaska, Alaska
On May 9, 2025 the Alaska House Finance Committee heard invited testimony on Senate Bill 39, which would eliminate the payday‑loan exemption and impose a 36% APR cap; invited witnesses from consumer and child‑welfare organizations described payday lenders as creating a cycle of debt and urged the committee to adopt the cap.
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Senate resolution calls for American Samoans to serve as officers and vote in elections.
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Senate Finance Committee introduces legislation to restrict tobacco and nicotine product access.
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Alaska imposes penalties and taxes on unlawful tobacco shipments and electronic smoking products.
Spring Hill City, Miami County, Kansas
The Spring Hill City Council on May 8 approved a merger agreement with Water District No. 1 of Johnson County (WaterOne) to transfer the city's water utility, authorized temporary supply arrangements and a not-to-exceed migration budget drawn from the water fund.
Board of Regents, Departments, Boards, and Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Kansas
The Kansas Board of Regents voted unanimously to recess into an executive session to prepare one or more chief executive officer evaluations, citing privacy for board employees; the session was scheduled for about 15 minutes and later extended by five minutes amid connectivity issues.
New Haven County, Connecticut
A committee of the New Haven Board of Alders said it lacked a quorum and discharged its appointment docket without formal votes; the chair of the Environmental Advisory Council urged the Alders to prioritize candidates who will provide continuity and read complex technical materials.
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Minnesota allocates $250,000 for grants supporting Boundary Waters visitor entry permit staffing.
2025 Legislature Alaska, Alaska
The Alaska House Judiciary Committee heard legal and administrative testimony May 9 about the legal status of American Samoans, how DMV and the Division of Elections handle voter registration, and the standards prosecutors use in recent Whittier-related voter-misconduct charges involving 10 American Samoan residents.
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Alaska updates laws to penalize tobacco sales to individuals under 21 years of age.
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Legislators approve funding for road, bridge, and airport improvements across Missouri.
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State funds earmarked for mental health, behavioral health, and community support services.
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New legislation prohibits tobacco possession for individuals under 21 with specific exceptions.
Chatham County, Georgia
The board held the first reading of a proposed amendment to add Article 13 to Chapter 21 of the Chatham County Code to regulate urban camping; public comment and a second reading were deferred to a future meeting.
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Missouri allocates $841 million for mental health services and substance abuse recovery programs.
2025 Legislature Alaska, Alaska
House Bill 190 would repeal and replace parts of last year’s omnibus bill if a pending court challenge succeeds; it restores an expanded education tax credit cap and codifies childcare assistance and grant program changes, and the committee held the bill over with an amendment deadline of May 12 at 3 p.m.
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Carriers must confirm tobacco recipient's licensing to avoid rebuttable presumption of knowledge.
Chatham County, Georgia
Chatham County commissioners approved hiring a court service specialist to provide interpreting services for State Court effective July 1, 2025, after Superior Court will no longer supply those services.
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Legislators approve funding to address PFAS contamination at Lake Superior College.
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Legislators pass budget for mental health and health services for 2025-2026.
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Supreme Court establishes bail amounts for 18 to 20-year-olds cited for tobacco violations.
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Legislators clarify gifted student definitions and adopt new procedural guidelines in Minnesota.
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Senate modifies regulations to penalize selling vaping products to individuals under 21.
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Alaska creates a dedicated fund for tobacco education using 20% of legal settlement revenue.
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Legislators propose tax subtraction for employee gratuities effective after December 31, 2024
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The Senate Finance Committee adopted a committee substitute for Senate Bill 64, incorporating sponsor amendments that change voter‑roll maintenance, add data‑sharing between the PFD and Division of Elections, and require domestic ballot‑tracking vendors with multi‑factor authentication.
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Legislature allocates funds for Youthprise's project at 340 Cedar Street in St. Paul.
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Senate Bill 117 would rename the Alaska State Human Rights Commission to the Alaska State Commission for Civil Rights, clarify authority to investigate nonprofit employers, adjust removal standards for commissioners, and change the timing and format of the commission's annual report.
Chatham County, Georgia
The board approved multiple budget amendments and a capital improvement program transfer to establish a Chatham County Sheriff's Office data center and repurpose $1.6 million from a Live Oak Library HVAC project to roof and wall renovations for the Southwest Chatham Library; several grant supplements of $4,000 were also added.
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Legislators allocate $1M to Dakota County Community Development Agency for Expo 2031 expenses.
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Missouri establishes new standards for children's services and outcomes in foster care system.
2025 Legislature Alaska, Alaska
On May 9, 2025 the Alaska House Finance Committee held an introductory hearing on House Bill 90, a proposal from Representative Ted Eisheide to require a half‑credit financial literacy course for students in grades 9–12 statewide.
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Missouri enacts the Youth Opportunities and Violence Prevention Act to support taxpayers.
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Alaska mandates licensing for electronic smoking product retailers with strict regulations.
2025 Legislature Alaska, Alaska
The Alaska Senate Finance Committee received presentations on FY26 budget amendments to cover recently negotiated collective-bargaining agreements with GGU, CEA and MEBA, including $84.5 million in all-funds and $35 million in unrestricted general funds; no formal appropriation vote was taken.
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Missouri General Assembly approves legislation supporting vulnerable persons with new protections
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Bill proposes pupil-based funding and closure of Perpich Center by June 2027
Chatham County, Georgia
Chatham County District Attorney’s Office posthumously honored former DA Spencer Lawton Jr. with a first annual victim-services award and presented a second award and a $10,000 office grant to Tharrows Place for work supporting survivors of human trafficking.
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Taxpayers can claim credits for contributions to diaper banks starting July 2019
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Alaska's revised criminal statutes will take effect starting January 1, 2026.
2025 Legislature Alaska, Alaska
The House Education Committee heard testimony supporting House Joint Resolution 25, which urges policies to improve visa stability and retention for international educators serving Alaska’s rural districts; the committee held the measure over with an amendment deadline of May 12 at 3 p.m.
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Minnesota mandates severance pay for teachers on unrequested leave and forms arts education division.
2025 Legislature Alaska, Alaska
House Bill 116 would allow member‑owned commercial fishing insurance cooperatives to operate in Alaska without being treated as insurers under Title 21; proponents said the change would lower premiums and improve access to insurance for an aging fleet.
2025 Legislature Alaska, Alaska
Senate Labor and Commerce Committee members advanced a revised measure that would let doctoral‑level pharmacists test, treat and prescribe within collaborative practice agreements while adding language that explicitly bars pharmacists from prescribing abortion‑inducing medication.
Grand Rapids City, Kent County, Michigan
The planning commission agreed to pause a decision on Matthews House Ministry’s special land use request for a day-resource center at 1050 Leonard NW to allow the applicant, neighborhood organization and staff to refine operations, traffic and security plans.
Chatham County, Georgia
Animal Services gave a quarterly presentation showing higher live-release rates, expanded community partnerships like Chatham90 and PetFix vouchers for TNVR, staffing details and plans to extend shelter hours; officials said veterinary capacity limits some spay/neuter voucher availability.
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New regulations establish liability for businesses selling tobacco to individuals under 21.
Chatham County, Georgia
The Chatham County Board of Commissioners approved a rezoning map amendment for a proposed AlphaComp tank-truck terminal on Silco Road, adding conditions on buffering, access, non-access easements and site plan amendments; vote tally not specified in the transcript.
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Department of Economic Development establishes tax credit claiming procedures for taxpayers
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Minnesota allocates funds to the Department of Education for the Perpich Center's programs.
Graham, Young County, Texas
City staff announced a tentative drive-through rabies clinic in collaboration with a local veterinarian after confirming multiple rabies-positive animals in the area; details, incentives and testing results were discussed.
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Department of Social Services establishes program for youth with severe behavioral needs.
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Legislature allocates $5 million for reconstruction of 210th Avenue in Pope County.
Kalamazoo City, Kalamazoo County, Michigan
City staff reminded attendees that Kalamazoo operates a water affordability program for residents at or below 200% of the federal poverty level and that residents may call +1 (877) 422-2726 for enrollment and arrears assistance.
Graham, Young County, Texas
The council adopted a resolution assuring compliance with federal nondiscrimination, contracting, and civil‑rights policies as required to pursue a $300,000 Resilient Community Program grant from the Texas General Land Office.
Kalamazoo City, Kalamazoo County, Michigan
Cooper Township officials said Georgia Pacific contacted the township offering to pay to hook up residents to the municipal water system at no charge after Parchment PFAS contamination; staff will coordinate addresses and arrangements with the city and township.
Graham, Young County, Texas
The Graham City Council voted to withdraw from the phase 2 application process for a Salt Creek hike-and-bike trail and State Highway 16 shared‑use path after members raised concerns about required local matching funds and longer-term budget impacts.
Kalamazoo City, Kalamazoo County, Michigan
The Utility Policy Committee voted 7-0 May 8 to pay a $150 per‑meeting per diem to professional UPC members who are not compensated through an employer or a consultant business; staff will seek city commission approval where required.
Beaufort County, South Carolina
Staff reported terminal construction milestones (paving, windows, terrazzo test), FAA grant applications for drainage, taxiway and tower projects, and that airline rates and charges have increased revenue by about $1.5 million over three years under the airport's cost‑recovery model; staff also noted the Real ID rollout went smoothly at TSA.
Kalamazoo City, Kalamazoo County, Michigan
Members discussed overlapping service areas between the city of Kalamazoo and the city of Galesburg in Comstock Township and agreed to pursue a boundary cleanup for UPC consideration at a future meeting; no formal action was taken May 8.
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Senate Bill 64 addresses voter registration, campaign contributions, and election administration in Alaska.
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Missouri establishes tax credits for contributions to qualified agencies supporting children.
Kalamazoo City, Kalamazoo County, Michigan
The Utility Policy Committee voted 7-0 May 8 to support oversizing a Westnidge Avenue water transmission main; the water-main portion is listed at $2,140,000 and is part of a larger $12,000,000 corridor project that includes developer contributions and street work.
Corporations, Elections & Political Subdivisions, Joint & Standing, Committees, Legislative, Wyoming
State 9‑1‑1 coordinators, county dispatch chiefs and telecom providers told the committee that the current $0.75 per-line surcharge does not cover operating costs or migration to NextGen 9‑1‑1. Officials asked the committee to authorize stakeholder work and to return draft funding options at the next meeting.
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Legislature clarifies roles of CASA and child advocacy centers in child welfare funding
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Legislation introduces mandatory child counsel, guardians ad litem, and improved child welfare policies.
Corporations, Elections & Political Subdivisions, Joint & Standing, Committees, Legislative, Wyoming
Several public commenters told the committee that Wyoming’s election focus should prioritize increasing turnout and access rather than adding restrictions; some urged preserving drop boxes and expanding voter outreach while others echoed calls for hand counts and stronger audits after 2024 irregularities.
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Legislature allocates $1 million for library construction grants to enhance accessibility and facilities.
Beaufort County, South Carolina
Staff said artifacts were uncovered at both the church property and the proposed school site for a church relocation project; the State Historic Preservation Office (SHPO) and FAA are reviewing environmental documents and a phase‑3 artifact recovery (dig) appears likely before bids go out for construction.
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The division will submit annual reports detailing voter roll integrity and security measures.
Corporations, Elections & Political Subdivisions, Joint & Standing, Committees, Legislative, Wyoming
The Wyoming Energy Authority and major utilities told the Corporations, Elections & Political Subdivisions interim committee they will convene utilities, co-ops, consumer advocates and industry to seek consensus on handling large new electric loads, third-party generation and transmission costs tied to data center growth.
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Alaska updates regulations for applicant identification during voter registration processes.
Corporations, Elections & Political Subdivisions, Joint & Standing, Committees, Legislative, Wyoming
The Secretary of State described irregular results in Weston County that were later confirmed by a hand examination; lawmakers and public commenters pressed for clearer statutory audit procedures, vendor transparency and the ability to conduct hand counts in defined circumstances.
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New amendments restrict use of revenue department data for voter registration purposes.
Corporations, Elections & Political Subdivisions, Joint & Standing, Committees, Legislative, Wyoming
Wyoming Secretary of State presented a post-session review of failed 2025 bills on ballot handling, hand counts, voting machines, voter ID and poll-watcher rules and asked the interim committee to vet, combine and prioritize measures for the next session.
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Lieutenant Governor mandates cybersecurity training for election officials to safeguard voter records.
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Division implements structured protocols to prioritize child safety and manage abuse reports.
Corporations, Elections & Political Subdivisions, Joint & Standing, Committees, Legislative, Wyoming
The Wyoming Secretary of State’s office briefed the Joint Corporations, Elections & Political Subdivisions Committee on May 8 about implementing 2025 election laws and on President Trump’s March 25, 2025, executive order addressing election integrity.
Beaufort County, South Carolina
The committee approved a request to purchase a Peterbilt tandem dump truck with a Goodwin body to replace an older vehicle; members noted the truck being replaced was 21 years old.
Corporations, Elections & Political Subdivisions, Joint & Standing, Committees, Legislative, Wyoming
County clerks from across Wyoming gave a daylong demonstration of how they run logic-and-accuracy tests, seal equipment, handle USBs and perform post-election audits, saying the procedures are designed to protect ballots and voter privacy while acknowledging room for statutory and procedural improvements.
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Legislature appropriates $10 million for Safe Routes to School program through state bonds.
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Alaska revises laws defining voter residence and eligibility criteria amid military and temporary absences.
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New rules mandate identification and rights notification for parents during abuse investigations.
Corvallis SD 509J, School Districts, Oregon
Corvallis School District described its Graduation Alliance contract as an option to reengage students for whom the district’s in‑person programs have been unsuccessful; students remain district enrolled while receiving offsite online instruction.
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Agency can issue bonds to fund housing loans and grants for infrastructure needs.
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Division establishes procedures for reporting and investigating child abuse or neglect cases
Corvallis SD 509J, School Districts, Oregon
Superintendent and community advocates will present to the Oregon Ways and Means Committee seeking state funding to repair Osborne Aquatic Center, which district leaders said serves thousands, provides summer meals and is one of the few 50‑meter facilities used by regional swim teams.
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Lawmakers establish a locally controlled housing fund and revise housing bond uses.
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Legislation prohibits synthetic media in election communications to protect election integrity.
Beaufort County, South Carolina
Board discussed a proposed multiphase project called 'Loan Palmetto' that could add a second fixed-base operator (FBO); staff said the developer must assemble property, deed it to the county and address wetlands, and FAA has said no through‑the‑fence operations would be allowed.
Lake County, Ohio
Lake County Department of Utilities presented a Drinking Water Week report describing water sources, treatment capacity and conservation steps.
Corvallis SD 509J, School Districts, Oregon
After teacher and student review, the Corvallis School Board readopted high‑school science texts, readopted elementary science materials in combination with hands‑on kits, and approved K–12 health curricula, aligning elementary and middle offerings and preserving AP options at the high school.
Lake County, Ohio
County administrator reported that work at the new Lake County jail site is progressing, with secure elevator cores in place, a webcam feed available to limited viewers, and an abandoned well discovered on-site that the Department of Natural Resources is addressing.
Corvallis SD 509J, School Districts, Oregon
District staff and the Indian Parent Committee presented a second‑year Title VI Indian Education grant update on May 8, highlighting a November community gathering, an April ribbon‑skirt and shirt workshop and plans to expand native‑student supports and events next school year.
St. Cloud, Osceola County, Florida
The council accepted the city's Annual Comprehensive Financial Report after independent auditors issued an unmodified (clean) opinion. Auditors noted no material weaknesses but flagged an ongoing compliance issue tied to Stevens Plantation; staff said negotiations with bondholders are ongoing.
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New rules ensure funding for affordable housing prioritizes low-income households
Beaufort County, South Carolina
Committee approved, without objection, a resolution to authorize the county administrator to enter memorandums of agreement with the Town of Bluffton, Town of Hilton Head and the Beaufort County School District for live coverage and archiving of government meetings and events.
Lake County, Ohio
At the May 8 meeting the Lake County Board of Commissioners approved plans and estimates for the Harbor Crossing subdivision (sewers, waterline, plans), a Lake Road force-main replacement, a WIOA subgrantee agreement, rejected bids on a probate court garage project, and approved several finance items including payment of bills and purchase orders.
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Alaska's election board finalizes processes for ballot counting and election result certification.
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Legislators approve bond proceeds to support Minnesota's locally controlled housing initiative.
Corvallis SD 509J, School Districts, Oregon
Dozens of parents, students and teachers urged the Corvallis School Board on May 8 to reconsider staff reductions and proposed cuts to elementary music and other enrichment programs, arguing the decisions harm students and community trust; board members heard specific examples and requests but made no immediate personnel decisions at the meeting.
Lake County, Ohio
The Lake County Board of Commissioners adopted a resolution recognizing May 2025 as Foster Parent Recognition Month and heard brief remarks from Jean Tetrick, supervisor of the substitute care unit, who said Lake County currently has 38 foster parents.
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New Alaska law applies to offenses from July 1, 2026, affecting small road-connected communities.
Lake County, Ohio
The Lake County Board of Commissioners on May 8 proclaimed May 2025 as Older Americans Month and approved advertising a request for competitive proposals to conduct a comprehensive strategic planning and needs assessment for senior services in Lake County.
St. Cloud, Osceola County, Florida
Council authorized the city manager to execute a task order with the construction manager at risk (CMAR) to build the new Fire Station 32, approving a project budget of $12,494,453.87 and moving forward on a 17,000 sq ft facility designed for future growth.
Beaufort County, South Carolina
The board recommended tying airport hangar fees to the Consumer Price Index (CPI) with annual automatic adjustments; staff provided example increases (Buford Executive hangar +$8.71/month based on 2.4% CPI), and the board voted to recommend the change.
ITHACA, School Districts, New York
Negotiators reviewed rewritten job‑sharing language, with district staff noting the current contract already requires principal and superintendent approval and board notification, and saying they see no pressing need to overhaul existing practice.
St. Cloud, Osceola County, Florida
Council approved a new waterways ordinance regulating personal watercraft operation and permitting rental businesses at city lakefront ramps; permits, safety training, fuel rules and enforcement penalties are included. Annual permit fees were set at $5,000 for St. Cloud businesses and $7,000 for non‑resident businesses.
Beaufort County, South Carolina
After presentation from college officials about cost escalation and pending state funding, the committee voted to postpone the county’s remaining $1.5 million commitment for the Arthur E. Brown Regional Workforce Training Center to next year’s budget.
ITHACA, School Districts, New York
Union negotiators asked the district to permit teachers in legally recognized domestic partnerships to enroll partners in the district health plan; the district said the issue requires legal review and consultation with counsel.
St. Cloud, Osceola County, Florida
Homeowners from Savannah Park urged the council to require a fence or other barrier along the pond edge where the new Bridal Road trail will pass, citing safety, privacy and wildlife concerns. City staff and council agreed to continue negotiations with the HOA and to explore barrier options pending engineering review and grant timing constraints.
Beaufort County, South Carolina
Beaufort County airport staff recommended and the board approved awarding a contract to Highsmith to rehab the Hilton Head control tower using a $300,000 Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) grant to update interior systems, roof and air conditioning.
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Minnesota enacts bill extending farmer-lender mediation program expiration to June 30, 2032.
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Legislation proposes 9.4% income tax on oil and gas firms earning over $5 million.
ITHACA, School Districts, New York
The union proposed district coordination so curriculum nights don't overlap across buildings and to prohibit events on Fridays or religious holidays; negotiators agreed to add every‑effort language and to revisit detailed calendar interactions.
St. Cloud, Osceola County, Florida
Council voted to authorize language granting a five‑year exclusivity period for a riverboat operator, a boat slip for a service craft, and a 90‑day start window; the council authorized the mayor to finalize an updated franchise agreement.
Beaufort County, South Carolina
The committee voted without objection to forward a fiscal-year 2026 appropriations ordinance and related millage recommendations to county council for first reading, after staff reviewed reallocations, a change to a flat cost-of-living adjustment and capital and personnel requests.
St. Cloud, Osceola County, Florida
The St. Cloud City Council approved annexation, a comp-plan transmittal and a zoning map amendment for Edgewater West, a roughly 1,378-acre development east of the Florida Turnpike. Council added a provision allowing limited administrative approval of commercial adjustments to the concept plan; several votes were 4–1 with one dissent.
Ulster County, New York
Legislators updated the Ulster County Area Transit (UCAT) substance‑abuse policy and established a capital project to buy two hybrid buses, with federal and state reimbursements covering most costs and the county covering roughly 10%.
Parker, Douglas County, Colorado
The Parker Planning Commission voted 6-0 May 8 to recommend that the Town Council approve an ordinance amending the Parker Municipal Code to align how the town treats camping in sensitive lands, including the floodplain, town staff said.
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Minnesota bill offers 25% refundable credit for institutions receiving NIH grants starting 2025.
ITHACA, School Districts, New York
Parties agreed to language that student‑safety or building‑safety after‑hours communications should be made by phone and that administrators will be trained to limit after‑hours calls to situations requiring teacher involvement.
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Bill introduces new pilotage fees and services for Delaware River starting January 2025.
Ulster County, New York
A proposed resolution to require high‑quality drug‑test kits and to offer immediate secondary tests after a positive initial screen was postponed May 8 after department staff described current testing protocols and committee members sought more information.
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Minnesota allocates $500,000 annually for mental health initiatives targeting African immigrant families.
ITHACA, School Districts, New York
The union asked the district to remove the cap on tuition‑waiver entries for teachers' children to attend Ithaca schools when space is available; the district replied that board policy would need to change and asked to handle the matter at the Board of Education level.
Clay County, School Districts, Tennessee
The board authorized Director Diane Monroe to be the district's legal representative for FY26 ESEA/IDEA consolidated grant applications, approved contracts for therapy and preschool services, and approved an FBLA student trip to Anaheim.
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Minnesota requests Congress to replace Henry Mower Rice statue with Hubert H. Humphrey's.
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Legislature allocates funds for farmer loans and bond issuance in Minnesota.
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Legislature allocates funds for programs supporting beginning farmers and agricultural improvements.
Ulster County, New York
Legislature approved contracts funded from the Housing Action Fund for ongoing affordable‑housing projects, and set a public hearing on a proposed county real‑property tax exemption for new accessory dwelling units.
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Senators Gulick, Brock, Major, and Vyhovsky introduce bill requiring biomarker testing coverage.
Clay County, School Districts, Tennessee
The board authorized bid requests for non-ethanol gasoline, diesel, motor oil and antifreeze; propane; dust mops and mats; and a new telephone system at Hermitage Springs School, citing equipment age and potential safety concerns related to cell reception.
ITHACA, School Districts, New York
Union and district negotiators debated contract language to prevent regular scheduling of two different rostered classes in the same room without teacher collaboration and to require lockable storage and workspace if sharing occurs.
Ulster County, New York
Legislators discussed but did not finalize a public hearing on a proposed local law to protect vulnerable road users, and postponed a separate update to the county pedestrian and bicycle policy to get Traffic Safety Board input.
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Vermont establishes family support programs for incarcerated parents at two correctional facilities
Clay County, School Districts, Tennessee
The Clay County Board approved rolling over existing custodial contracts at Salonica School, Clay County High School and Hermitage Springs School at the current price.
ITHACA, School Districts, New York
Bargaining sessions covered a proposal to guarantee 3–5 paid professional development days for new curriculum implementation, a feedback loop for pacing and materials, and teacher participation in curriculum review committees.
Ulster County, New York
Ulster County amended its 2025 budget to accept an allocation from the New York State Department of Health to fund a Kingston walking trail and other chronic‑disease prevention activities under the Local Health Department Performance Incentive Program.
Clay County, School Districts, Tennessee
On first reading the board approved proposed edits to the 2025-26 student handbooks that add testing for substances in vaping devices, information about emergency procedures and new honors/recognition language; members questioned testing procedures and legal exposure.
ITHACA, School Districts, New York
Proposals to define schedules, nontraditional assignments and pay for related‑service providers (RSPs) prompted detailed discussion about workload, paperwork and a common model for direct and indirect service time.
Ulster County, New York
The committee confirmed the appointment of Margaret M. Bridal as Ulster County medical examiner and approved a brief contract amendment to continue services from Westchester Medical Center until payroll transition can occur.
Clay County, School Districts, Tennessee
The Clay County Board approved a one-year contract with FFA Federal Funding Advisors to continue E-rate consulting services and protect yearly federal reimbursements for internet and dark-fiber costs.
ITHACA, School Districts, New York
Ithaca teachers' union and district negotiators agreed on scheduling and data-exchange steps as a prerequisite for meaningful salary talks, including a deadline for counterproposal language and a tentative calendar for next meetings.
Ulster County, New York
The committee approved an extension of the county’s contract with James McGinnis & Associates to process preschool reimbursement and Medicaid claims and discussed a separate eStax purchase to digitize school sign‑offs and reduce paper processing errors.
Clay County, School Districts, Tennessee
The Clay County Board of Education set a June planning meeting and a revised budget-approval date as it prepares the school system's fiscal 2026 budget and assessed the district's student-count threshold that could affect funding.
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Vermont Medicaid will provide coverage for biomarker testing to enhance patient care.
Eagle Point SD 9, School Districts, Oregon
Board members reviewed district cell‑phone practices (middle schools using bell‑to‑bell lockup; high school mixed practice) and discussed pending state legislation that would prohibit in‑class phone use; staff said they prefer retaining local control and consistency across grade levels and will monitor the bill’s progress.
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Legislation establishes family support programs for incarcerated parents in Chittenden and Northern facilities.
Eagle Point SD 9, School Districts, Oregon
District staff told the Eagle Point School District 9 board the high‑school turf field needs replacement and presented three vendor quotes near $500,000, recommending using construction reserves to complete the work this summer rather than waiting for a lengthy community fundraising campaign.
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General Assembly addresses family support gaps for male inmates to enhance connections by 2028.
Eagle Point SD 9, School Districts, Oregon
Administrators proposed updating district head‑lice policy to match Oregon Health Authority/ODE guidance that head lice are not a school‑excludable disease; board members asked about notifying classes, recordkeeping, reporting requirements and legal limits on informing entire classes.
Eagle Point SD 9, School Districts, Oregon
District staff said the board will adopt an administrative rule (AR) from July 2020 that restores prior Title IX procedures after federal changes and a later court decision left the district without the recommended AR; no board action required at the work session because the item is an administrative rule referenced by existing policy.
Ulster County, New York
The Health, Human Services and Human Rights Committee approved a waiver to allow a nonprofit that fell out of compliance on its Form 990 filing to continue performing and being paid under county contracts while it works to file the missing return, committee members said May 8.
Eagle Point SD 9, School Districts, Oregon
At the Eagle Point School District 9 work session, administrators proposed revising district graduation policy language so local performance assessments—including OSAS interim assessments or retained work samples—can satisfy the district’s additional graduation requirement.
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Agency of Human Services requests CMS approval to amend Vermont's Medicaid state plan.
Ulster County, New York
Family Services CEO Leah Feldman and program staff told the Ulster County Legislature’s Health, Human Services and Human Rights Committee on May 8 that the nonprofit is expanding behavioral‑health services in the county, starting a same‑day access model and opening a childcare center at the Ulster County Family Court.
City of Columbia, Maury County, Tennessee
Council approved first consideration of Ordinance 45-47 to amend the Honey Farm PUD master plan for a 7.49-acre portion of Lot 6 in Honey Farm Crossing; a public hearing had no speakers and the item advanced to later hearings.
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Missouri funds $632 million for maintenance and upgrades of state facilities for 2025-2026.
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Vermont law requires health insurance plans to cover biomarker testing for patient care.
Wilmington City, New Castle County, Delaware
Councilmember Shanae Darby presented a resolution asking the city auditor to investigate roughly $3.4 million in loan proceeds tied to the Wilmington Housing Partnership, a probe first requested by the council in 2019 but never completed. The committee did not vote on the resolution; it will be scheduled for a future council meeting.
City of Columbia, Maury County, Tennessee
City council approved recording an access easement over Ridley Park Road tied to a 2008 agreement; the action responds to a prior city commitment and drew questions from nearby residents about future construction and traffic.
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New legislation requires oil and public safety director to enforce electric vehicle charging rules.
City of Columbia, Maury County, Tennessee
City council approved applying for a Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation waste reduction grant to cover 70% of a second recycling truck after city participation rose above 42%.
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Division of Oil and Public Safety allocates $225K from reappropriated fund for EV initiatives.
City of Columbia, Maury County, Tennessee
The City of Columbia passed a resolution supporting efforts to secure long-term regional water supply, including reconstruction of the Columbia dam; a county commissioner spoke in favor at the meeting.
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Colorado establishes a fund to support electric vehicle adoption and charging operations.
Eagle Point SD 9, School Districts, Oregon
District staff described a new non‑restraint behavioral program (referred to in the meeting as “Kakeru/Ukeru”) aimed at reducing staff and student injuries in site‑based special‑education classrooms; trainers began staff sessions in late April and the district will monitor injury and restraint reports to gauge impact.
Wilmington City, New Castle County, Delaware
The Wilmington City Council’s Community Development and Urban Planning Committee voted May 8 to release Ordinance 25‑18, an amendment to Chapter 34 of the city code that would establish a city‑managed escrow account for tenants who withhold rent while pursuing habitability repairs.
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Director will adopt minimum standards for retail electric vehicle charging stations by July 2026
Santa Fe Public Schools, School Districts, New Mexico
At public forum May 8, a Capital High world-history teacher and a volunteer tutor told the Santa Fe Public Schools Board that diploma rates and student proficiency diverge; board members later discussed standards-based grading and agreed to engage students and staff on a workable cell-phone policy.
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Department of Revenue outlines budget allocations for personal services and equipment across various divisions
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House Bill 25-1299 takes effect unless challenged by a referendum before the general election.
Santa Fe Public Schools, School Districts, New Mexico
After executive-session review, Santa Fe Public Schools' general counsel presented a five-year lease amendment for the Turquoise Trail program; the board approved the agreement at the May 8 meeting.
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House Bill 25-1299 allows voluntary income tax refunds to assist the Animal Protection Fund.
Santa Fe Public Schools, School Districts, New Mexico
The Santa Fe Public Schools Board renewed the Academy for Technology and the Classics (ATC) five-year charter through 2029 and approved the school's FY2025-26 operating budget, after the district and school leaders negotiated contract updates and reviewed ATC's financial sustainability.
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Legislation allows Colorado residents to contribute to animal protection efforts via taxes
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Missouri allocates $193M for transportation and employee benefits with funding flexibility.
Wilmington City, New Castle County, Delaware
The Wilmington City Council’s Community Development and Urban Planning Committee on May 8 voted to release substitute No. 1 to Ordinance 25‑06, a rent‑stabilization measure sponsored by Councilmember Shanae Darby, sending the proposal to the full City Council for consideration.
City of Columbia, Maury County, Tennessee
The City of Columbia approved the fiscal 2025–26 appropriation ordinance on first consideration and agreed to increase annual funding for Murray Alliance and the county animal shelter; second reading and public hearing set for June 12, 2025.
Pecos, Reeves County, Texas
Council voted to implement the Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) as a city department and redirect funding in advance of the next budget cycle; staff said city could manage a director position and control the CVB budget while the chamber would no longer receive CVB funding.
Pecos, Reeves County, Texas
The council approved eight drilling permits for US Energy Development Corp. Representatives said drilling will occur in late 2025/early 2026, that hydrogen sulfide monitoring and quarterly leak surveys will be used, and they agreed to consider sound walls to reduce impact on the Cyclone ballpark and nearby facilities.
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The General Assembly passes significant updates to child welfare legislation including tax credits.
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Missouri Department of Transportation plans $62M for various road and transit projects.
Santa Fe Public Schools, School Districts, New Mexico
Outside auditors presented an unmodified (clean) opinion on Santa Fe Public Schools' FY2024 financial statements and federal programs; the board accepted the audit during its May 8 meeting.
Ravalli County, Montana
The Board of County Commissioners interviewed three finalists May 9 for the facilities manager position; candidates stressed hands-on maintenance experience and discussed training, boiler licensing, staffing and budget constraints.
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Missouri General Assembly repeals outdated statutes and establishes new child protection regulations.
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Missouri Department of Transportation receives $3.13 billion for road and bridge construction.
Santa Fe Public Schools, School Districts, New Mexico
The Santa Fe Public Schools Board of Education on May 8 adopted the district's FY2025-26 operating budget, funding a 4% raise for educational employees, new site-based staff for K-2 statutory requirements and summer learning programs while using about $2.17 million from cash reserves to balance the plan.
Pecos, Reeves County, Texas
The council voted to repeal Ordinance 23-06-01, the city’s off-road vehicle/ROV rules, after members cited rising incidents, enforcement difficulties and a recent fatality elsewhere; one councilmember opposed the repeal.
Ravalli County, Montana
After hearing options and cost estimates, the Ravalli County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously May 9 to decline paying for historical replacement-cost appraisals for county buildings, including the old courthouse museum, and instructed staff to notify the insurer.
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The Missouri General Assembly allocates $61 million for state departments and public services.
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Missouri allocates $28 million for Supreme Court initiatives and judicial enhancements.
Pecos, Reeves County, Texas
Council members and consultants described how the Pecos Housing Finance Corporation (PHFC) is using private capital to fund local home repairs and affordable-housing deals, while several council members asked for audits, closing statements and clearer communication after critical press coverage and pending litigation elsewhere.
Wimberley City, Hays County, Texas
The Wimberley City Planning and Zoning Commission voted to grant a certificate of appropriateness for a one-story, roughly 756-square-foot building at 151 Oldham Street, allowing board-and-batten fiber-cement siding and office/retail use after a brief staff presentation and remarks by the property owner.
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Legislators Hough and Deaton outline $146 million budget from general and federal funds.
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Legislators approve funding for Missouri Arts Council and Humanities Council projects.
Maplewood, St. Louis County, Missouri
Council and police staff reviewed police capital and operations: vehicle 'uplift' costs and a rising installer price, a cut to the TASER lease from 30 to 15 units, a 10-year Motorola radio lease, defensive-tactics equipment funded by asset-forfeiture funds, and questions about social-security line spikes and Flock cameras.
Llano City, Llano County, Texas
Council convened an executive session under Texas Government Code Section 551.074 to discuss personnel matters related to the city manager and returned with no action to report.
Clarke County, School Districts, Georgia
Clarke County school officials provided a summer construction and maintenance update on May 8. Projects include Cedar Shoals auto-shop expansion, an indoor batting facility and locker-room renovations; structural work for a new ROTC building; a planned classroom expansion at Gaines Elementary (price expected in August); and a district-warehouse
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Senators Hough and Deaton present state budget of $8.6 billion across various funding sources.
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Supreme Court secures $13.8 million for developing court automation with flexible funding options.
Clarke County, School Districts, Georgia
Clarke County’s Board of Education approved a tentative FY26 general fund budget and kept the tentative millage rate at 18.8 mills on May 8, advancing the district to the public-budget and millage-hearing stage.
Maplewood, St. Louis County, Missouri
City council members and fire staff discussed overtime driven by injuries and National Guard deployments, cleaning and laundry costs for turnout gear, a $15,000 department deductible, training line items and a deferred Central Core Fire Training Tower contract now shifted into fiscal 2026.
Llano City, Llano County, Texas
Council members selected Carrie Gilan to serve as mayor pro tem with the term ending in May 2026; the selection was approved by voice vote at the meeting.
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Louisiana law prohibits funding for diversity and inclusion initiatives in public education
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Legislature allocates $325.6 million for judiciary, public defenders, and infrastructure improvements.
Clarke County, School Districts, Georgia
The Clarke County Board of Education on May 8 advanced and then approved an updated student code of conduct for 2025–26 after administrators explained the district’s ‘Spotlight’ tracking system, progressive-discipline language and restorative-practices work.
Olympia School District, School Districts, Washington
During public comment May 8, a paraeducator urged the district to offer larger cost-of-living increases for paraprofessionals during bargaining, saying low wages force some 1-on-1 aides into second jobs and increase turnover that harms students who rely on continuity.
Llano City, Llano County, Texas
The council voted to appoint Travis Allen to a vacant city council seat for the remainder of the current term after considering two applicants.
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State Treasurer reallocates funds for Attorney General's anti-trafficking Council and support services.
Clarke County, School Districts, Georgia
At its May 8 work session, the Clarke County Board of Education agreed to form an ad hoc committee to revise Policy FDC (facility renaming). Board members volunteered for the committee and set an August timeline; a public commenter asked the board to return a proposed renaming of the Cedar Shoals baseball field to the June agenda.
Llano City, Llano County, Texas
The Llano City Council approved Resolution R2025-13 to canvass the returns of the May 3, 2025 general election and completed swearing-in ceremonies for elected officials, including an appointed council member.
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Governor approves funding for audits and agriculture disaster resiliency efforts.
SUFFOLK CITY PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
Leaders of local chapters of Phi Beta Sigma and the National Pan Hellenic Council told the school board May 8 that a volunteer memorandum of understanding at Booker T. Washington Elementary was not signed by the district because staff cited concerns tied to DEI.
Brookings County, South Dakota
The Brookings County Commission on May 9 approved Resolution No. 207, declaring a fire danger emergency and prohibiting open burning after county staff said the Brookings County Fire Chiefs Association requested the ban.
Pueblo West, Pueblo County, Colorado
Directors asked staff to start preparing a request for proposals (RFP) for an administration building, including a scope of work and façade expectations, and indicated the item will be scheduled after the new board is seated.
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Missouri allocates appropriations for education programs totaling over $4.6 billion.
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Governor's budget proposal includes significant funds for state arts and emergency services.
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Legislation allows full funding flexibility for National Guard emergency expenses
Olympia School District, School Districts, Washington
At the May 8 meeting, community members urged the Olympia School District board to publicly release the preliminary “Getting Smart” analysis presented to the district’s long-range facilities advisory committee and to invite the consultants to present the results at a regular board meeting.
Pueblo West, Pueblo County, Colorado
Board members discussed the general counsel performance review and whether it should be public; they also opened a broader discussion about legal expenses, including travel costs and the option to allow virtual participation by counsel to reduce district spending.
Olympia School District, School Districts, Washington
At its May 8 meeting, the Olympia School District presented its Outcome 1 monitoring report on students’ compassion, kindness and social-emotional skills, citing modest gains on some Panorama survey measures while also reporting continuing disproportionality in exclusionary discipline.
Apache Junction, Pinal County, Arizona
The Apache Junction Library Board of Trustees voted on May 8 to hold a special meeting at 6:30 p.m. June 12 to review and approve the 2024–25 Library Board annual report; the board noted the library now uses statistics through May rather than including June data in the report period.
Apache Junction, Pinal County, Arizona
Library Director Pam Harrison told the Library Board of Trustees on May 8 about summer reading schedules, ongoing facility work including an electrical upgrade that will close the building for two days, upcoming fire-alarm and lighting projects, and a conceptual 5,000-square-foot reading garden with an open house and online input opportunities.
SUFFOLK CITY PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
After a closed session, the Suffolk City School Board voted to reject the hearing officer’s recommendation and to reinstate a classroom teacher whose employment had been in question, following a motion in open session to adopt the third resolution received by the board.
Pueblo West, Pueblo County, Colorado
Board members said work sessions held on Fridays ahead of Monday action meetings have helped shorten regular meetings and improve preparation, but several flagged a risk that the practice effectively increases the number of meetings and formalizes previously informal conversation. Staff will package feedback and options for the incoming board.
Lake Havasu City, Mohave County, Arizona
A resident told the Planning and Zoning Commission May 7 that recently built apartment complexes lack accessible parking and sidewalks and recommended the city reexamine Americans with Disabilities Act compliance and pedestrian crossing timing in high-traffic areas.
SUFFOLK CITY PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
The Suffolk City School Board voted May 8 to pay $2,500 for a three-hour consultation with Cherry Bekaert to advise whether a forensic audit or an internal-controls review would answer a 35-item list of board questions.
Pueblo West, Pueblo County, Colorado
Staff informed directors that seller’s counsel and the district’s general counsel reviewed redlines to a reserves contract; the key changes involve extending indemnity from one to two years and adjusting the damages cap above industry norms. Staff asked the board to review the redlines before the next meeting.
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Legislators approve $1.08 billion funding for elected officials, judiciary, and public defenders.
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Missouri General Assembly allocates budget for Public Safety and National Guard through 2026
Lake Havasu City, Mohave County, Arizona
Consultants from Logan Simpson briefed the Lake Havasu City Planning and Zoning Commission May 7 on the kickoff for a statutorily required general plan update, describing scope, public outreach, a nearly 18-month schedule, and next steps including a 60-day public review and eventual voter ratification.
Pratt County, Kansas
Pratt County staff told the commission the plan is to hire a single position shared between emergency management and communications, with the salary split roughly 50/50 between funds; commissioners asked staff to finalize split and staffing details for the budget.
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State allocates $2.1 million to improve Supreme Court judicial education and training programs
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Missouri invests in public safety with targeted funding for law enforcement and community programs.
Hamilton County, School Districts, Tennessee
The Hamilton County Board approved a resolution to accept state-designated $2,000 payments for certain employees; board members said the district needed to formally accept the funds so identified employees can receive them.
Pratt County, Kansas
Commissioners and staff reviewed how Pratt County funds the senior center and public transportation, clarifying that county appropriations, staff salaries and transportation grants flow through several funds and that commissioners want clearer accounting and oversight.
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Legislators allocate $158 million for various Department of Public Safety services and programs.
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Missouri's budget bill secures funding for state executive offices and legislative expenses.
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Elected officials' flights on state aircraft must now have publicly accessible flight plans.
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Missouri allocates $165 million for judiciary improvements, including salary adjustments and technology upgrades.
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Hough and Deaton assess budget totaling $240 million for Other Funds.
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Missouri allocates $28M for enhancing court systems and statewide automation initiatives.
Pueblo West, Pueblo County, Colorado
Directors asked staff for further due diligence on reports of leaching at Cattail Pond before approving about $3 million for design and construction of a full liner; staff was asked to investigate monitoring-well data and return with findings.
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Missouri allocates $14.5M for agriculture programs, including support for farmers' markets.
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Missouri Attorney General secures funding for anti-trafficking initiatives and law enforcement.
Pratt County, Kansas
The county sheriff told commissioners that starting wages and competition from neighboring cities are forcing local law enforcement to raise pay or risk losing staff, and requested the county consider added budget support for personnel.
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Missouri's funding supports environmental projects, infrastructure, and operational expenses across several departments.
Hamilton County, School Districts, Tennessee
The Hamilton County Board approved renaming the district’s Gateway Building at Sequoia as the Franklin Roberts Future Ready Center to honor two local contributors; the board said families were notified and a reception was held.
Pratt County, Kansas
County staff told commissioners that a planned bridge project will require roughly $704,000 in up‑front payments while the county waits for state reimbursement under a 90/10 program, prompting discussion about drawing from capital improvement or road budgets.
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Legislature allocates budget to support higher education for fiscal years 2025-2026.
Pueblo West, Pueblo County, Colorado
Board members and staff discussed a proposed solar lease for part of the district’s old airport property, raising questions about lease length, site selection, infrastructure impacts and contract language to protect district soil and future development options.
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General Assembly allocates funds for Missouri's agriculture and natural resources from July 2025 to June 2026
Greeley City, Weld County, Colorado
Bogies Pub and Grill's show-cause matter was continued to June 13 after parties told the authority they were close to a stipulation and waiting on an optional-premises map that would include the golf course.
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Law bans tuition rates and scholarships for students with unlawful immigration status
Greeley City, Weld County, Colorado
The Liquor License Authority granted a transfer of the liquor license for the DoubleTree hotel at Lincoln Park after required wholesaler affidavits and corporate assignment documents were filed.
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Senators and Representatives propose $1.45 billion funding for General Revenue and federal initiatives.
Hamilton County, School Districts, Tennessee
After hours of debate the Hamilton County Board of Education voted to send a balanced fiscal year 2026 budget to the Hamilton County Commission. Board members debated whether to attach a separate, values-based list of additional funding needs; that amendment was severed and later tabled.
Manatee County, Florida
The board transmitted a county‑initiated comprehensive‑plan text amendment intended to restore pre‑2023 wetland buffer requirements; staff asked for a continuance of adoption after several state agencies submitted comments that require follow‑up.
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Missouri's Agriculture Department outlines funding for various agricultural support initiatives.
Manatee County, Florida
A proposed rezoning and preliminary site plan for Pope Ranch (440 single‑family lots) was continued to no‑date‑certain after residents and commissioners pressed for more analysis of stormwater, evacuation and transportation impacts.
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General Assembly allocates funds for maintenance and upgrades of state facilities for 2025-2026.
Manatee County, Florida
After mediation and multiple hearings, the commission voted 5–2 to deny a proposal to convert commercial entitlements inside the Tara DRI to allow 72 multifamily units; opponents cited compatibility, process and stormwater concerns.
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Missouri allocates funding for National Guard facilities and public safety enhancements statewide.
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Missouri secures funding for planning and renovations of multiple state parks.
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General Assembly allocates funds for multiple state departments from July 2025 to June 2026
Greeley City, Weld County, Colorado
A show-cause hearing for Jassy Liquor, at 328 Eighteenth St., was continued to June 13 while the applicant files a revised modification-of-premises application and the city coordinates interpreter needs.
Planning Meetings, Knoxville City, Knox County, Tennessee
After staff recommendations and engineering review, the Planning Commission approved several variances, an alternative design request, a concept plan and a development plan for Phase 3A of Strawberry Hill subdivision to allow 114 detached lots and minor vertical‑curve exceptions to match existing topography.
Manatee County, Florida
County staff and consultant presented data they say could justify exceeding Florida'0% statutory cap on impact‑fee increases; workshop drew limited public comment and no formal vote.
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Legislators present comprehensive $2.8 billion budget encompassing general, federal, and other funds.
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Missouri allocates $305 million for various state agency operational funds including health and technology.
Planning Meetings, Knoxville City, Knox County, Tennessee
A proposed PR rezoning on Ebenezer Road to allow up to 10 dwelling units per acre moved forward after debate about school capacity and traffic; neighbors and the Bluegrass Elementary PTO urged postponement or lower density, citing overcrowded classrooms and unsafe intersections.
Somers Point, Atlantic County, New Jersey
City Engineer reported Fowler Drive concrete work is complete and paving is scheduled next week pending weather; construction at the Aldi intersection depends on relocating several utility poles and is likely to start in the fall.
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Missouri allocates funds for a medical school in a city with 71,000-79,000 residents.
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Lawmakers allocate funds for state departments and programs for fiscal year 2025-2026.
Greeley City, Weld County, Colorado
A licensee in a Bittersweet Liquors show-cause hearing accused city staff of bias and asked the presiding judge to recuse himself; the judge denied the request and continued the case to June 13, 1 p.m., while offering a final continuance to accommodate the owner's health-related travel.
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Lawmakers approve funding for extensive upgrades across multiple Missouri state parks
Greeley City, Weld County, Colorado
The Greeley Liquor License Authority granted a transfer to Breezeway Bar and Grill after city auditors and police said outstanding concerns were resolved; the new operator had opened April 12 and officials directed clerks to file the transfer with the state.
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State funding supports renovations and upgrades across multiple state parks.
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Governor assigns $17M for IT improvements, flexibility in budget allocations across departments.
Somers Point, Atlantic County, New Jersey
A volunteer said the city removed a beach toy library after safety concerns; the volunteer asked to work with the recreation and safety committees to return the library with a plan and volunteers, and a council member agreed to follow up.
Planning Meetings, Knoxville City, Knox County, Tennessee
Planning commissioners postponed consideration of a 301-acre Del Rose planned development after residents raised flood, traffic and park‑access concerns; developers said plan offers public amenities and workforce housing opportunities and asked for 60 days to revise.
Lafayette City, Tippecanoe County, Indiana
The Lafayette Common Council held a second public hearing on a draft ordinance that would allow up to five hens in city limits, prohibit roosters and set coop, pen and nuisance rules; animal-control staff and dozens of residents spoke in favor and city attorneys said the measure needs a council sponsor and two readings before adoption.
Planning Meetings, Knoxville City, Knox County, Tennessee
Knoxville Montessori School asked the Planning Commission to reclassify property to RN3 to allow additional standalone classroom space; neighbors opposed, citing playground noise and requesting a fence or other sound‑buffer measures.
Terre Haute City, Vigo County, Indiana
Terre Haute City Council approved a $10,000 transfer in the street department budget to buy a new hot box — a machine that keeps asphalt hot during pothole repairs — and had members note the device’s effectiveness in recent repairs.
City of West Miami, Miami-Dade County, Florida
Commissioners voted 4-0 on May 8 to select Commissioner Ivan Chavez Jr. as vice mayor after a charter amendment changed the selection method from election to commission appointment.
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Legislators allocate funds for upgrades at special education and technical schools across Missouri.
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Missouri House, Senate, and agencies agree on funding for cloud data integration.
Planning Meetings, Knoxville City, Knox County, Tennessee
Knoxville/County planning commissioners approved moving a 2.76-acre Ball Camp Pike parcel from RN1 to RN3 despite opposition from nearby residents who said the site lacks sidewalks, crosswalks and adequate school and traffic capacity.
Somers Point, Atlantic County, New Jersey
City staff will send letters to adjoining homeowners asking whether they want to purchase a landlocked parcel acquired years ago; council gave general acknowledgment but made no sale commitment.
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Missouri directs funds for various projects including Fulton Hospital and infrastructure.
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Legislature approves significant funding for transportation repairs and Capitol renovations.
Terre Haute City, Vigo County, Indiana
The Terre Haute City Council on a voice vote moved to table Resolution 14, a developer-backed rezoning and Tax Increment Financing (TIF) plan for property near Edgewood Grove and Farrington's Grove, after multiple residents and council members sought more data on housing density, infrastructure costs and historic preservation rules.
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Committee authorizes transfers from various funds to bolster cash flow for state operations.
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Missouri transfers substantial funds to education and child care programs through multiple allocations.
Somers Point, Atlantic County, New Jersey
Council members introduced Ordinance No. 11 (the 90 Broadway redevelopment plan) and passed Resolution No. 108 to refer the plan to the Somers Point Planning Board for review under NJSA 40A:12A-7(e); a nearby resident urged the city to follow state relocation-assistance procedures.
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Missouri Office of Administration outlines substantial budget for healthcare plans and unemployment claims.
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Missouri reallocates $31.8 million from state funds to support administrative operations.
City of West Miami, Miami-Dade County, Florida
The City Commission voted 4-0 on May 8 to appoint Gustavo Ceballos to the commission seat left vacant by Vice Mayor Natalie Milian Orbis; the clerk will prepare swearing-in documents and the commission later selected a vice mayor.
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Legislators appropriate funds for mental health and health services for 2025-2026.
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Legislature approves funding for college readiness, vocational training, and educational programs.
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Missouri sets strict spending caps for mental health services and provider reimbursement rates.
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Senators Hough and Deaton detail $4.45 billion budget for mental and health services.
Fairbanks North Star (Borough), Alaska
In a brief hearing on May 9 the Board of Equalization approved a settlement for case 121 (542 Karl Crossman Road), accepting a negotiated adjusted assessed value of $449,206 (land $28,500; improvements $420,706) and agreed to issue written findings.
New Albany-Floyd Co Con Sch, School Boards, Indiana
School staff said a grant from the New Albany Education Foundation funded an outdoor learning space that teachers are using for classes and that students have taken responsibility for maintaining.
Small Business and Entrepreneurship: Senate Committee, Standing Committees - House & Senate, Congressional Hearings Compilation, Legislative, Federal
A Senate Small Business and Entrepreneurship field hearing in Boston centered on how recent tariff actions and threats to Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) tax incentives are creating uncertainty for Massachusetts clean‑energy small businesses, stalling investment and hiring while technical colleges expand training to meet demand.
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Department of Mental Health finalizes funding allocation focusing on mental health recovery initiatives.
Durham Public Schools, School Districts, North Carolina
Student activists and Sunrise Movement volunteers urged the Durham Public Schools Board to adopt a district climate-action plan and pursue renewable energy, citing petitions and public demonstrations; students asked the board to name a timeline and specific budgeted plan so proposals can be eligible for grants and bond consideration.
Delaware County, Indiana
County staff reported new railroad feedback on the Muncie Industrial Center trail and said a separate Phase 3 had been raised without prior notice; commissioners tabled the item pending a May 23 meeting with the rail project's representative and asked for clearer timelines.
Durham Public Schools, School Districts, North Carolina
Durham Public Schools officials previewed a facilities condition assessment and a 10-year capital improvement planning process that identifies roughly $900 million in like-for-like building needs and an estimated $560 million of urgent Tier 1 work in the first five years.
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Missouri allocates $4.68 billion to boost public school funding and educational services.
Delaware County, Indiana
The Delaware County Redevelopment Commission adopted updated bylaws May 8, including a notice-period provision and a confirmation that the fiscal agent serves as treasurer by statute; commissioners also noted bond level of $15,000 required by statute.
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Virginia Department of Education allocates $63M for literacy and vocational initiatives statewide
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Missouri's budget confirms $2.67 billion to enhance health and mental health initiatives.
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Legislature secures $8.66 billion across general, federal, and other funds.
Durham Public Schools, School Districts, North Carolina
Administration presented draft Policy 7502 to standardize salary administration, extra-duty pay, stipends and reclassification processes; the board approved the draft on first read and directed further work with the salary-administration working group.
Edmonds, Snohomish County, Washington
Council heard a broad list of revenue options — paid parking, concessionaire fees, business (head) taxes, film‑production permits, sales‑tax strategies and possible annexation of nearby Esperance — and discussed tradeoffs, legal steps and implementation costs.
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Legislature allocates funds for government expenses and facility improvements for 2025-2026.
Fairbanks North Star (Borough), Alaska
The Fairbanks North Star Borough Board of Equalization voted 4-1 on May 9 to uphold the borough’s 2025 full-and-true valuation of Riverpointe (also called Riverpointe Village) at $3,252,565, rejecting the owner’s appeal.
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Missouri allocates $287 million for early childhood and special education enhancements.
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Missouri funds tutoring contracts and school safety initiatives to enhance education support.
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Legislators pass appropriations bill for the State Board of Education and related programs.
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Missouri earmarks $69.7 million for education programs and pre-kindergarten grants for low-income children.
WANTAGH UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
District staff reported that the Wantagh 9/11 Memorial 5K will return Sept. 14, with proceeds having already helped send 112 students and 18 staff to the 9/11 Memorial Museum for a reduced per-student cost and funded scholarships and an earmarked memorial fund for the high school.
Delaware County, Indiana
The redevelopment commission approved adopting milling quotes from EOB for Station Road work and noted limitations on in‑house loop and signal work.
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Missouri's Education Department receives $10M for reading assessments and STEM career awareness.
Edmonds, Snohomish County, Washington
Public-safety leaders at the May 9 retreat said staffing and training cuts have narrowed options for proactive enforcement, risked morale and retention, and increased reliance on grant-funded social‑worker programs whose future is uncertain.
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Missouri funds renovations and upgrades at St. James Veterans' Home with $7.8 million.
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Missouri earmarks funds for nonprofit organization focusing on foster and adoptive care.
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Funding supports port authorities, infrastructure improvements, and state facility upgrades.
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Missouri invests in education programs, scholarships, and transportation for pre-K to high school students.
WANTAGH UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
Two residents pressed the board for more information about a previously accepted donation to install stadium lights, saying they have not been given details on timing, conditions or neighborhood impacts; Superintendent John McNamara said discussions with the donor are ongoing and no specifics were available yet.
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State funds support health services and rural Medicaid providers with significant financial allocations.
WANTAGH UNION FREE SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
Superintendent John McNamara outlined a proposed 2025–26 budget for the Wantagh Union Free School District that keeps the levy below the tax cap, increases the overall budget to about $94.7 million and asks voters to authorize $2.1 million in capital reserve spending for four projects including a major roof replacement.
Edmonds, Snohomish County, Washington
Parks leaders told the council that staffing cuts and budget reductions have sharply reduced routine maintenance, raised the risk of asset failures and increased the backlog of needed repairs and ADA work, and outlined specific service changes residents should expect if spending is not restored.
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Department of Economic Development secures $19M from Recovery Fund for underserved broadband towers.
Durham Public Schools, School Districts, North Carolina
Durham Public Schools approved retroactive pay changes for staff who drive buses: certified/exempt staff driving buses will be paid $25 per hour and classified/nonexempt staff will receive time-and-a-half for hours over 40; the change applies retroactive to Jan. 22, 2025 and was described as budget-neutral within the transportation budget.
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The Missouri Office of Administration details budget with significant funding adjustments across departments.
WEST IRONDEQUOIT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
The board approved creation of a $1,000 Jonathan W. Parent scholarship to award annually to a graduating senior demonstrating character and perseverance; the donor retains funds and district staff will participate in selection.
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Missouri invests $2.46 million in heavy equipment and community college programs.
Lycoming County, Pennsylvania
The Lycoming County Board of Commissioners ratified a cash‑requirements report, accepted several grants and contracts — including a $242,417 JCJC daycare grant, a $590,736 community development block grant contract, a $36,500 county website contract — received six bids for watershed projects and approved 16 cover‑crop contracts.
Edmonds, Snohomish County, Washington
City staff laid out three budget scenarios — the budget as adopted (with a $6 million levy assumed), a larger “community vision” funding level and a no-levy scenario — and provided a calendar for council deliberations and public meetings as officials prepare for a possible levy measure this fall.
Delaware County, Indiana
County highway staff presented options to convert several gravel roads to permanent pavement, comparing chip-and-seal over gravel vs full asphalt; commissioners asked staff to map road connections to TIF and CREED districts for a decision.
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Department allocates funds for housing subsidy grants to support affordable housing initiatives.
Honolulu City, Honolulu County, Hawaii
Council members advanced a zoning change to allow affordable rental housing in B1 and B2 business districts under Chapter 32; Department of Planning and Permitting staff urged further discussion on height and special-district impacts and noted Chapter 32 does not itself require units be affordable.
Durham Public Schools, School Districts, North Carolina
The Durham Public Schools Board voted 5-1 to approve the administration's recommended local master's pay program for classroom teachers; expansion to school social workers was designated an expansion item contingent on county funding. Teachers, social workers and union leaders urged retroactive pay and broader inclusion during public comment.
Honolulu City, Honolulu County, Hawaii
The confirmation of Landon Kaneshiro as a member of the Honolulu Police Commission drew public testimony describing an alleged May 5 incident in Ewa Beach in which a woman was forcibly removed from a vehicle and allegedly battered by multiple officers.
Delaware County, Indiana
The commission voted to accept the Economic Development Alliance of Muncie and Delaware County's proposal to provide project management for redevelopment work and to hire a dedicated staff person; the board approved an initial year budget of about $86,020.
Honolulu City, Honolulu County, Hawaii
Supporters said overt cameras could deter vandalism and arrest suspects; opponents raised privacy and data-retention concerns and requested scope changes. The council referred the resolution to committee for further review.
Honolulu City, Honolulu County, Hawaii
Council members and city directors debated a proposal to divert a portion of the transient accommodations tax (TAT) into the city's sewer fund as a way to reduce steep sewer rate increases; environmental services and budget directors warned of bond-rating and legal risks while council members asked for further study and alternatives.
WEST IRONDEQUOIT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
The board unanimously approved a request to add a therapy dog, Rosie, to the district's mental-health services at Rogers High School; the handler has completed certification and health requirements and the administration described protocols for use and scheduling.
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Missouri allocates $2.26 billion funding for labor and economic development programs.
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Missouri legislature allocates funds for various transportation and revenue programs through 2026.
Iowa City, Johnson County, Iowa
Steering committee members reported that the comprehensive-plan public engagement period is underway with several listening sessions scheduled; staff said schedules and materials are posted on the city's comp-plan webpage and communications staff are promoting sessions on social media.
Lycoming County, Pennsylvania
The Lycoming County Board of Commissioners read a proclamation recognizing Corrections Employees Week and county prison officials used the occasion to describe expanded treatment, medical and mental‑health services inside the county prison and to recognize long‑service staff.
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Missouri commits $529 million to bolster education and technological advancements across various universities.
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Senator Hough and Representative Deaton advance public health legislation through HB 7.
Delaware County, Indiana
The Delaware County Redevelopment Commission approved a $95,000 allocation to Cowan Community Schools to pay for classroom door access systems and related safety improvements, after hearing a multi-year facilities request from district representatives.
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New law prohibits funds for undocumented students and diversity initiatives in higher education.
Rutherford County, Tennessee
County insurance staff recommended a 6% increase to active and pre-Medicare medical plan rates for 2026, a $100 increase in the embedded high-deductible plan deductible, no change to dental and vision premium rates, and selection of a lower-cost Medicare Advantage option for retirees.
Rutherford County, Tennessee
A contractor raised concerns at the Budget, Finance and Investment Committee meeting that the county’s four-year school bus contract no longer includes a group liability insurance policy for contractors, potentially shifting significant risk and cost onto individual vendors and risking service disruptions.
WEST IRONDEQUOIT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
At the May 8 meeting the board examined the annual renewal of a long-standing lease with Sunshine Daycare for use of part of Hope Hughes School. The administration said terms remain the same, rent increases are tied to the district's tax levy change and a tax-share clause is retained in case assessments change.
Iowa City, Johnson County, Iowa
The planning commission unanimously moved to recommend approval of rezoning about 2.69 acres south of East Foster Road from RS 12 to OPD RS 12 to allow integration with Lot 5 of the Forest Hill Estates subdivision; staff said the parcel will be used for stormwater and is constrained by sensitive-area requirements.
WEST IRONDEQUOIT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
The Board of Education unanimously approved the appointment of Tim Baker as principal of Dake Junior High School. Board members and district leaders praised his approachability and leadership during a multi-stage search.
Iowa City, Johnson County, Iowa
The Iowa City Planning Commission recommended approval of a rezoning that would change about 2.69 acres north of East Foster Road from OPD RS 12 to RS 12, with a staff condition restricting building permits until a boundary line adjustment is approved.
WEST IRONDEQUOIT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
West Irondequoit is one of 18 New York districts in the plan pilot testing performance-based assessments and project‑based learning linked to the district's Portrait of a Graduate. Ninth-grade global-history students completed prototype tasks this year and staff will use findings to refine rubrics and expand the approach.
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Missouri allocates over $186 million to enhance higher education and workforce programs.
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State government approves significant funding for economic development and community initiatives.
Luzerne County, Pennsylvania
A proposed memorandum would give Luzerne County Children, Youth and Families a right to refer clients for every fifth vacancy at a Nanticoke UAW housing property, easing placement barriers for families in care.
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Missouri funds various higher education initiatives totaling over $26M for scholarships and support.
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Department of Economic Development secures funding for transportation system enhancements on Route MM.
Luzerne County, Pennsylvania
A local grassroots group urged county council to meet about and consider a resolution opposing PPL’s proposed 500‑kV transmission line and associated data‑center development, citing landscape, property value and environmental concerns.
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Missouri announces funding for community centers and nonprofit youth programs statewide.
Luzerne County, Pennsylvania
Council voted to authorize staff to negotiate leases for county farmland in Butler Township with Haswold Farms LLC and Long Hollow Cattle Company after bidders raised timing, acreage‑boundary and deer‑damage concerns.
Pleasant Valley SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
First Student presented operations, safety technology and maintenance practices at the May 8 meeting. Board members directed the administration to prepare and publish a request for proposals (RFP) for the district’s next transportation contract to ensure competitive pricing and compliance with procurement rules.
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General Assembly allocates funds for key departments from July 2025 to June 2026
Luzerne County, Pennsylvania
Council members reviewed proposed language to extend a county real‑estate tax exemption to non‑wartime active‑duty retired service members and unmarried surviving spouses, requested statutory citation (Title 51, Ch. 89) be added and discussed administrative verification and fiscal impact.
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City budget totals $1.45 billion with key allocations for general and federal funds.
Pleasant Valley SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Board members and staff discussed ongoing high‑school renovation work, an unexpected sewer repair, reduced locker capacity, and how backpack policy and school safety practices will be handled during construction.
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Legislators allocate funds for Missouri Social Services from July 2025 to June 2026.
Luzerne County, Pennsylvania
Luzerne County and Luzerne County Community College discussed a pilot sponsorship program in which the college and county each cover 25% of tuition so county employees pay roughly half of standard tuition for eligible classes.
WEST IRONDEQUOIT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
District officials reported 72 UPK slots for 2025–26, existing classrooms at Sunshine Daycare and Briarwood, plans to add an in-district classroom at Seneca and long-range plans to renovate Pine Grove to house three UPK classrooms as part of the Promise 2027 work.
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State appropriates funds for higher education ranging from scholarships to regulation of schools.
Pleasant Valley SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Superintendent Dr. Conrad presented a proposed 2025–26 budget that keeps existing programs, adds limited staff and proposes a 2% property tax increase; the board placed the proposed budget on the May 22 agenda and scheduled final adoption for June 23.
Luzerne County, Pennsylvania
County officials weighed acquiring the historic Wilkes‑Barre train station for its tourism office, discussing funding from community development accounts, building condition, accessibility limits and potential rental of second‑floor space.
WEST IRONDEQUOIT CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
The West Irondequoit Central School District Board of Education on May 8 presented a proposed $100,611,335 budget for 2025–26 that would raise the tax levy 2.73% and increase the tax rate by 58¢ per $1,000 assessed value.
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Missouri Legislature approves funding distributions across multiple departments totaling $61M.
Pleasant Valley SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The Pleasant Valley School District board on May 8 paused action to collect more outcome data before deciding whether to keep a flexible early‑admission administrative regulation for kindergarten or impose a fixed September 1 cutoff.
Issaquah, King County, Washington
During the May 8 meeting, a staff member identified as Christine provided a city-council update saying a site plan for a transit-oriented development adjacent to the Issaquah transit center has been submitted and will go before the development commission.
Secretary of State, Executive Offices, Executive , Vermont
Robin, director of the Secretary of State's civics program, presented the Vermont Civic Health Index, which shows strong informal volunteering but low adult public-meeting participation and a notable youth intent gap on voter registration.
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Legislature allocates funding for real property leases and related services through June 2026.
Lapeer County, Michigan
Commissioners discussed a letter circulated by Saint Clair County that raised public‑health concerns about utility‑scale solar installations and asked Health Department director Jim Henry to take a preliminary look; health staff said the claim is not widely accepted as a public‑health issue but will be reviewed.
Issaquah, King County, Washington
Kristen Leeson, principal planner for the Community Planning and Development Department, told the Planning Policy Commission on May 8 that the city is proposing several Title 18 policy amendments, the most substantive of which would let multifamily developers combine unit-level private amenity requirements with common amenity space so long as at least half the units retain private amenity areas.
Secretary of State, Executive Offices, Executive , Vermont
Participants at a Secretary of State convening discussed where Vermont's open meeting law provides clear requirements and where local bodies need practical guidance, centering on recordings, hybrid access, public comment rules and confusion over which local bodies are decision-making.
Lapeer County, Michigan
Finance Director Jackie Bennett presented the first‑quarter 2025 budget report and commissioners approved an annual renewal for the current finance software, which county staff said will be retired when the new system goes live.
Johnson County, Kansas
The Board of County Commissioners authorized a $2,786,214 contract for 10 ambulances and related patient-conveyance equipment to replenish and expand Johnson County MedAct’s fleet; staff cited a 67% increase in call volume since 2010 and 53% ambulance-price inflation since 2020.
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State funds healthy food incentives to boost SNAP access for Missouri residents.
Lapeer County, Michigan
The Friend of the Court reported a modest decrease in caseload and fewer investigations, hearings and bench warrants in 2024 compared with 2023; officials offered the annual statistics to commissioners and answered questions.
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A new initiative plans adaptive reuse of a 100-year-old building for diverse job creation.
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Missouri Department of Social Services secures funding for community support and safety initiatives.
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Department of Social Services secures $21M to advance information technology initiatives.
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Legislature approves $146 million budget allocation for various state departments and services.
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Department allocates over $25 million for child welfare and compliance services.
Johnson County, Kansas
Johnson County activated its emergency operations center and opened a resource center at New Century Field House after the Aspen Place Apartments in Gardner were declared unfit for habitation; county staff, Salvation Army and local partners organized sheltering, water distribution and a rapid needs assessment for affected residents.
Lapeer County, Michigan
The board approved a second CMH appropriation transfer after the director said Medicaid‑funded hospitalizations and client counts increased; auditors recommended requesting a larger county share under the Medicaid mental‑health formula.
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Legislature funds various programs for public safety and crime prevention in Missouri.
Anchorage School District, School Districts, Alaska
District staff told the governance committee that two elementary curricula — a third‑grade social studies curriculum and a second‑grade book about Anchorage — were recently copyrighted by the district and that materials created by teachers during curriculum adoption belong to the district.
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Department of Social Services implements funding for legal representation related to child services.
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Missouri funds fentanyl testing in schools and supports law enforcement with substantial grants.
Lapeer County, Michigan
The Board approved annual renewals for the sheriff’s Motorola body‑camera licensing covering 55 cameras and for the prosecutor’s case‑management software; the prosecutor said additional cloud storage costs are driven largely by body‑camera evidence and will be paid from the millage.
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Department of Social Services outlines budget for child welfare and foster care improvements.
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Department of Public Safety designates funds for education, narcotics control, and 2026 World Cup security.
Johnson County, Kansas
After public comment and debate, the Board of County Commissioners voted 6–1 to place a proposed renewal of the quarter-cent Public Safety 3 sales tax on the Nov. 4 ballot; the measure would run 10 years beginning April 1, 2027, and funds would be shared with cities and programmed through the county budget process.
Planning Commission , Reno, Washoe County, Nevada
A major deviation to reduce parking for a seven‑unit apartment project at 327 East Taylor Street was approved after the Planning Commission found the site’s multimodal context and proximity to transit and services supported the reduction; one commissioner voted no citing neighborhood parking congestion.
Senate, Legislative, Texas
The Senate passed House Bill 166 to add fentanyl and related substances to the penalty group used for prosecutions of endangering a child, elderly person, or disabled person, raising the offense's severity in cases involving those vulnerable populations.
Planning Commission , Reno, Washoe County, Nevada
The commission recommended City Council approve a zoning map amendment that removes an older specific‑plan zoning and replaces it with large‑lot residential (1‑acre minimum) and a parks/greenway/open‑space designation, increasing the guaranteed preserved open space on the 132‑acre property.
Anchorage School District, School Districts, Alaska
The governance committee reviewed a revision to policy 51.41.51 that adds academic at‑risk language — district assessments and evaluations will be used to identify students performing well below grade level — and noted the district already uses assessments for identification.
Senate, Legislative, Texas
The Senate passed House Bill 10 89 to create a Gulf Coast Protection account administered by the Texas General Land Office to help fund large-scale storm-surge protection projects including the Coastal Texas project, with sponsor citing a $35 billion estimated project cost and a required 35% nonfederal match.
Information Management and Technology, Joint, Committees, Legislative, Oregon
Steve Corvato, executive director of the Oregon Fiber Partnership (Link Oregon), told the Joint Committee on Information, Management, and Technology on May 9 that the nonprofit operates a statewide middle‑mile fiber network supporting universities, public entities and K–20 education, and outlined funding, upgrades and research‑computing plans.
Ways and Means, Joint, Committees, Legislative, Oregon
The committee approved the Department of Geology and Mineral Industries’ federal grant submissions to the USGS Earth Mapping Resource Initiative: a competitive $306,000 proposal to inventory and assess mine wastes and a non‑competitive $330,000 award to map the Cornucopia mining district; both require no state match.
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Missouri Department of Public Safety secures $1.24 billion for safety and veteran services.
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Departments implement a Medicaid platform for transparency and efficient application processing.
Capital Construction, Ways and Means, Joint, Committees, Legislative, Oregon
The Joint Capital Construction Subcommittee opened public testimony on Senate Bill 5531 on May 9, 2025, with committee leadership warning the room it had 257 people signed up to speak and about $2 billion in capital requests while roughly $500 million remained available.
Planning Commission , Reno, Washoe County, Nevada
The Planning Commission approved a major site‑plan review for off‑site infrastructure — an access road and a Truckee Meadows Water Authority loop — needed to serve the previously approved Apartments at Dandini project and to support future development on adjacent parcels, with conditions on grading, slope stabilization and construction hours.
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Missouri's budget includes funds for regional engagement, infrastructure, and community development.
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Missouri allocates $17 billion to support extensive welfare and health initiatives.
Senate, Legislative, Texas
The Texas Senate passed a committee substitute to House Bill 140 to create a public advisory committee to study and recommend improvements to child-protective investigations conducted by the Department of Family and Protective Services (DFPS).
Anchorage School District, School Districts, Alaska
The governance committee reviewed updated immunization language that narrows exemptions to the state‑defined "religious exemption" and requires annual renewal, and members discussed the increase in exemptions since COVID‑19.
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Missouri earmarks $217 million for workforce integration and semiconductor manufacturing initiatives.
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Missouri allocates funds for state departments from July 2025 to June 2026.
Anchorage School District, School Districts, Alaska
The governance committee reviewed changes to the district's alcohol and other drugs policy to add opioid overdose protection; administrators reported Narcan kits have been obtained and placed near AEDs, and staff training plans were described.
Ways and Means, Joint, Committees, Legislative, Oregon
The Natural Resources Subcommittee recommended SB 5539 and SB 147 be reported out do pass as amended; debate focused on timber revenue timing, carbon credits and the state’s prior payments to the Common School Fund when the Elliott was decoupled.
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Missouri legislature allocates funds for various departments for fiscal year 2025-2026.
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Missouri commits funds for extensive I-70 and I-44 highway repairs and upgrades.
Anchorage School District, School Districts, Alaska
The governance committee reviewed AR 50.127, clarifying that students may wear and carry tribal regalia and objects of cultural significance at graduation and that the regulation’s language was aligned with Alaska law (HB 152); ARs are informational and do not require board approval.
Information Management and Technology, Joint, Committees, Legislative, Oregon
The Joint Committee on Information, Management, and Technology on May 9 adopted a Dash-1 amendment to House Bill 3936 that replaces a country-of-origin prohibition with a national-security/cybersecurity risk test and reported the bill out with a "do pass as amended" recommendation.
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Missouri allocates $1.3 billion for agriculture and environmental services, covering various projects.
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Missouri allocates $2.6 billion to Department of Transportation for construction and employee benefits.
Anchorage School District, School Districts, Alaska
The Anchorage School District governance committee on May 8 agreed to pursue a board‑involved workgroup to review recommendations from a recent purchasing audit, with district administrators asked to participate and a follow‑up scheduled for May 29.
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Transportation budget totals $4.15 billion, comprising federal and other funds
Mount Vernon, Westchester County, New York
The Charter Review Commission recommended replacing Mount Vernon’s elected comptroller with an appointed chief financial officer or finance director, citing financial instability and the desire for credentialed fiscal management.
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Missouri allocates $1.83 billion budget for revenue and tax administration services.
Planning Commission , Reno, Washoe County, Nevada
The Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit allowing outdoor storage for a landscaping contractor yard at North Virginia Street, subject to conditions addressing screening, material heights, idling and site maintenance to reduce noise, dust and visual impacts.
Mount Vernon, Westchester County, New York
The Charter Review Commission recommended moving from an all at-large council to a hybrid model with four wards and one at-large seat, and proposed rules for a five-member districting commission to draw boundaries.
Planning Commission , Reno, Washoe County, Nevada
The Planning Commission voted 5–2 to deny a variance that would have allowed front-yard parking at 1249 Humboldt Street, citing lack of a unique hardship and existing code‑compliant alternatives. The applicant has an alternative curb‑cut plan that staff says meets code.
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Missouri budgets $193.7M for employee retirement and insurance benefits in transportation sector.
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Department of Corrections secures funding to enhance reentry and supervision programs.
Mount Vernon, Westchester County, New York
The Mount Vernon Charter Review Commission presented a proposal to replace a strong mayor model with a professional city manager, explaining how the change would separate policy-making from day-to-day administration and when it would take effect if approved by voters.
2025 Legislature Alaska, Alaska
The Senate Education Committee adopted a committee substitute for SB151 requiring school districts to adopt policies on head lice and bacterial conjunctivitis (pink eye), providing a statutory default where districts do not act and specifying return-to-school conditions.
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Missouri allocates $1.05 billion for corrections, including services for various institutions.
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Manufacturers and wholesalers can donate alcohol for charitable fundraising events.
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Missouri creates dedicated Wine and Grape Fund for marketing grape products sales.
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Senate substitutes House Bill 1041 to enact six new sections on alcoholic beverages.
House Enrolled Bills, House Bills, 2025 Bills, Missouri Legislation Bills, Missouri
Missouri enacts charges for liquor sales and establishes penalties for noncompliance
House Enrolled Bills, House Bills, 2025 Bills, Missouri Legislation Bills, Missouri
Lawmakers repeal prior statutes and introduce new rules against wholesale discrimination to retailers.
Ames City, Story County, Iowa
Ames City Council allocated $3 million and anonymous lead donors gave $3 million toward a new Ames animal shelter. The city has bought 2715 Dayton Avenue; campaign organizers aim to raise a remaining $1.5 million to reach a $4.5 million goal to replace the 3,500-square-foot 1994 facility.
House Enrolled Bills, House Bills, 2025 Bills, Missouri Legislation Bills, Missouri
Legislation allows round-the-clock alcohol sales from June 11 to July 19, 2026.
2025 Legislature Alaska, Alaska
Senate Resources Committee Chair Senator Giesel convened the committee May 9 in Juneau to hear testimony on Senate Bill 180, which would repeal a statutory exemption that currently excludes LNG import facilities from the Alaska Public Utilities Regulatory Act and, the bill’s sponsors say, from certain forms of RCA oversight.
Clallam County, Washington
Clallam County Charter Review Commission members voted March 27 to authorize Commissioner Paul Pickett to draft a problem statement and proposed charter amendment recommending creation of a county water-resources information officer, often described in the meeting as a “water steward.”
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Budget includes funding and flexibility provisions for Vandalia correctional facility operations.
Ways and Means, Joint, Committees, Legislative, Oregon
The subcommittee recommended passage of Senate Bill 55 22, increasing the Government Ethics Commission’s budget to cover case management and electronic filing upgrades and higher Department of Justice legal fees; some members expressed concern about ongoing costs and potential burdens on small local boards.
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Missouri allocates $1.5 billion for social services in the 2025-2026 budget.
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Department allocates funds for offender management system and employee retention support.
2025 Legislature Alaska, Alaska
The committee introduced a committee substitute to Senate Bill 79 that would bar interchange fees on tax and gratuity portions of card transactions, permit merchants to submit documentation up to 180 days later, and establish penalties for violations; public testimony on the substitute was scheduled for May 12.
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Missouri allocates significant funds to enhance child support and family services.
Lawrence County, Alabama
At a meeting of the Lawrence County Commission, members approved multiple routine agenda items — including a road approval, several contracts, roll-off dumpster purchases, courthouse security equipment and a drug tester — then voted to enter an executive session to discuss pending and potential litigation.
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Missouri invests in programs aimed at reducing recidivism and assisting released inmates.
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Missouri allocates millions for state park improvements and historical preservation efforts.
Spring Hill City, Miami County, Kansas
At a May 8 work session the council reviewed a 2020 Bike Walk KC sidewalk study and staff recommendations to pursue lower-cost, high-connectivity sidewalk segments in the downtown core, with Spring Street identified as a near-term priority over the larger, more expensive South Street project.
Ways and Means, Joint, Committees, Legislative, Oregon
The Joint Committee on Ways and Means subcommittee recommended approval of House Bill 50 22, the Oregon Medical Board’s budget, which includes fee adjustments expected to generate $1.6 million and adds positions to support investigations and licensing system work.
2025 Legislature Alaska, Alaska
Senate Education Committee reported Senate Bill 181, an employment information disclosure measure sponsored by the joint task force on evaluating Alaska’s seafood industry, moving the bill forward with individual recommendations and a fiscal note attached.
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General Assembly approves funding for schools, technical programs, and infrastructure enhancements.
2025 Legislature Alaska, Alaska
The House Labor and Commerce Committee advanced House Bill 138 to create a telephone surcharge to fund behavioral‑health crisis services, approving the bill as amended after months of debate over the per‑line fee and permitted uses.
Spring Hill City, Miami County, Kansas
The council authorized a task order with HDR for SS4A implementation grant support and a task order with Black & Veatch for SRF and WIFIA loan-application assistance to pursue funding for sidewalks, trails and the city's planned wastewater treatment facility.
Anchorage Municipality, Alaska
The mayor’s office is monitoring three items that could affect the municipal budget: community assistance ($3–4 million), school bond debt reimbursement (up to $14 million if funded for existing communities), and a supplemental behavioral health funding request of $13.75 million, staff told the Assembly Legislative Committee May 8.
Worcester City, Worcester County, Massachusetts
The Hope Cemetery Commission reviewed FY26 operating and capital budgets and heard staff say the city has identified $250,000 to begin design and review of a maintenance area; staff outlined a consultant-led schematic design process, an October public hearing and construction expected no earlier than FY28.
Ways and Means, Joint, Committees, Legislative, Oregon
The Ways and Means subcommittee recommended passage of House Bill 50 36, the Oregon Real Estate Agency budget, which restores some position funding, eliminates a long‑vacant compliance position and establishes a $300 registration renewal fee for residential property wholesalers authorized in another bill the presenter referenced.
Spring Hill City, Miami County, Kansas
The Spring Hill City Council adopted Ordinance No. 2025-07 on May 8 requiring the cemetery board to deliver a standardized packet of financial documents and budget requests to the city each year.
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Missouri legislature approves funding for government departments for the 2025 fiscal year.
2025 Legislature Alaska, Alaska
The House Judiciary Committee voted May 9 to move House Joint Resolution 10 — a proposed constitutional amendment that would combine the Permanent Fund’s accounts into a single account with a maximum 5% draw — out of committee with fiscal notes. Two floor amendments to change deposit and expense provisions were defeated in committee votes.
Anchorage Municipality, Alaska
Members were told May 8 that SB 47, the Chugach access bill, passed the legislature and is on the governor’s desk; local officials said the measure could help CASA bond projects and public access to Chugach Park lands.
2025 Legislature Alaska, Alaska
Senate Bill 172 would enact the Occupational Therapy Licensure Compact to enable licensed occupational therapists and assistants to practice across compact states via a compact privilege; licensing board, providers and compact experts testified in support to address workforce shortages.
Anchorage Municipality, Alaska
At a May 8 meeting, Anchorage School District CFO Andy Ratliff told the Assembly Legislative Committee the district faces an estimated $70 million to $80 million deficit in fiscal 2027 unless additional state funding arrives.
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Missouri allocates over $1.14B for parks, infrastructure, and mental health projects.
Spring Hill City, Miami County, Kansas
To keep the Northeast Sewer Interceptor Project on schedule, the council approved retaining outside eminent-domain counsel, passed a resolution to identify needed parcels, and adopted an ordinance authorizing condemnation proceedings if negotiations fail.
2025 Legislature Alaska, Alaska
Lawmakers amended and reported House Bill 156 out of committee after adopting changes that remove civil fines and clarify employers are not required to disclose individual employees' compensation; proponents said the change reduces administrative burdens while retaining reporting goals.
2025 Legislature Alaska, Alaska
The Alaska Senate Education Committee voted to forward the governor's nominee, Fernando Escobar, for student regent on the University of Alaska Board of Regents to a joint session after a confirmation hearing and public testimony of support.
Fargo , Cass County, North Dakota
The Fargo Convention Center Committee refined draft RFP criteria, keeping a requirement for an attached hotel of 150–200 rooms and focusing on a large, contiguous ballroom/exhibit space and operational minimums such as a 6,000-square-foot kitchen and substantial storage.
2025 Legislature Alaska, Alaska
The House Finance Committee on May 9 held Senate Bill 39, a measure sponsored by Sen. Robert Dunbar that would cap annual percentage rates for payday and other small-dollar loans at 36% and add an anti-evasion clause to reach some out-of-state online lenders.
2025 Legislature Alaska, Alaska
House Finance voted 6–4 to report out the FY25–26 capital budget (Senate Bill 57) with committee changes that shift funds toward deferred maintenance, school major maintenance grants and university receipt authority while reducing unrestricted general fund (UGF) use by $730,000. The committee authorized staff to make technical changes.
Fargo , Cass County, North Dakota
Baker Tilly presented conservative and alternative scenarios showing a financing capacity between roughly $37.5 million and $41.18 million for a Fargo convention center funded by a voter-approved 3% lodging tax, based on timing, growth and term assumptions; staff requested more scenarios and supporting documents.
Powhatan County, Virginia
At the county public comment period a resident and homeowners‑association representative urged supervisors to convert the recently approved 2025–2028 strategic plan into measurable actions, including consistent timeline units, KPIs, assigned supervisor champions and quarterly reviews.
Powhatan County, Virginia
Powhatan County officials heard a presentation on the county's updated water and wastewater master plan Tuesday, with Deberry & Associates advising a targeted stream study before committing to a large outfall relocation and outlining three planning scenarios tied to possible additional water from neighboring systems.