What happened on Thursday, 18 September 2025
Norwalk City, Fairfield, Connecticut
Experts present traffic and parking analyses for proposed 68-unit affordable senior housing.
Clallam County, Washington
Members discussed a draft lodging-tax grant to pay a part-time community sustainability and tourism director and to support operations at the Sequim Community Center, with plans to coordinate marketing with regional tourism organizations and submit the application in October.
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House committee granted extension until March 18, 2026, for final report on documents.
Morgantown, Monongalia County, West Virginia
The Board of Zoning Appeals continued a conditional‑use request to reestablish a fraternity house at 709 High Street and several parking‑variance applications, citing absent representatives and missing information.
Legislative Sessions, Washington
At a Law and Justice Committee meeting in Mill Creek, King County and statewide legal-aid leaders described historic eviction filings, reduced case backlogs only after added judicial resources, and a looming funding shortfall that could cut appointed counsel for low-income tenants.
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House bill aims to safeguard 340B providers in Massachusetts healthcare system
Austin, Travis County, Texas
Boyles discusses early project planning and assessment for effective bond delivery.
San Luis, Yuma County, Arizona
The City Council approved Order No. 2025-11, accepting a settlement and joint proposed consent decree in case No. 2:24-cv-00534 brought by Gethsemane Baptist Church against the City of San Luis, avoiding further litigation.
SOCORRO ISD, School Districts, Texas
A Socorro ISD parent told the board her son, a student with disabilities, was physically restrained on Aug. 29 in a manner she called traumatic and potentially life-threatening; she urged district leaders to require trauma-informed and disability-sensitive crisis training for campus police and staff.
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Legislation prohibits health insurance issuers from under-reimbursing 340B entities for drugs.
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Legislation mandates annual waiver requests to include rotisserie chickens in SNAP eligible foods
St John Town, Lake County, Indiana
The Saint John Plan Commission approved the primary plat for the Park West subdivision on Sept. 17, 2025, contingent on a developer commitment to install a left‑turn lane on Calumet Avenue; residents raised traffic, access and notice concerns during public comment.
UNITED ISD, School Districts, Texas
The United Independent School District Board of Trustees voted to adopt the district's 2025 tax levy resolution totaling $209,397,649.01.
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Legislation requires motorcoach operators to ensure passengers wear seatbelts during transit
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Bill allows immediate reporting of unclaimed vehicles after towing to Department of Revenue.
Kent City Council, Kent City, Portage County, Ohio
Councilor Heidi asked the council to revisit downtown live-music and noise enforcement; staff and council agreed to put the topic on the pending list and consider committee discussion about permits, enforcement tools, and potential permit or licensing options.
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Bill establishes a pilot program for nature-based solutions to enhance climate change adaptation
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Bill mandates local education boards to allow daily student and employee prayer opportunities
Morgantown, Monongalia County, West Virginia
The Morgantown Board of Zoning Appeals granted variances allowing internally illuminated wall signs for City Neon at 479 Van Bourse Road and for Roots Natural Kitchen (Parker Walsh) at 469 High Street, subject to standard conditions.
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Bill requires Department of Public Health to quantify health impacts and costs of energy emissions
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Bill requires consent forms for student participation in school prayer and Bible readings
San Luis, Yuma County, Arizona
The council approved up to $54,645 to contract 15 82 LLC for required annual physicals for the fire department; the chief said all firefighters will participate and the vendor served the department last year.
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Legislation creates program to enhance hospital and community service collaboration for patient discharges
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Amendment mandates local education boards to implement daily Pledge of Allegiance recitation.
Montgomery County Public Schools, School Boards, Maryland
District staff on Sept. 17 told the Strategic Planning Committee that districtwide student climate survey results and hate-bias reporting data point to persistent gaps in students’ sense of belonging and to uneven reporting across some student groups.
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Legislation requires police training on interactions with autism spectrum and intellectually disabled individuals
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Bill requires local education boards to adopt policies for daily Pledge and voluntary prayer
Morgantown, Monongalia County, West Virginia
After hours of public comment about parking, congestion and historic‑district impacts, the City of Morgantown Board of Zoning Appeals voted to deny a request by West Virginia Silver Living for a variance from off‑street parking rules at 201 Waitman Street.
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Legislation amends funding sources for victim services to include public and private donations.
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Local boards must hold votes on student prayer or face funding reductions from the state.
Kent City Council, Kent City, Portage County, Ohio
A proposal to move committee meeting start times to 6 p.m. sparked debate about public access and staff workloads; councilors favored keeping the current 7 p.m. start for public consistency while discussing other ways to manage long agendas.
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New chapter establishes definitions for personal data, consent, and data handling in Massachusetts.
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Legislation mandates K-12 schools to recite Pledge of Allegiance and allows daily prayer
San Luis, Yuma County, Arizona
Council authorized use of FY25–26 funds not to exceed $55,000 for voluntary annual medical and fitness-for-duty evaluations for San Luis Police Department staff; the department said participation filled the available budget.
Legislative, North Dakota
The Water Topics Overview Committee reviewed its statutory rules and new responsibilities added by the 2025 legislative session, including a requirement to review major water project requests before they reach the next legislative assembly.
Cook County, Illinois
The Cook County Board recognized Dion Chicago Dreams for its food‑access programs, including daily meal deliveries and produce lockers, and praised the organization’s role in delivering fresh produce and creating living‑wage jobs during the county’s Social Food Justice Month observance.
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New bill empowers consumers to access, correct, and delete their personal data.
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Constitution of Alabama allows amendments upon approval by qualified electors voting majority.
Montgomery County Public Schools, School Boards, Maryland
At its Sept. 17 meeting the Strategic Planning Committee reviewed spring student climate survey results showing uneven perceptions across racial groups, and discussed a district hate-bias reporting overhaul that staff say cut reported incidents roughly in half while also raising concerns about underreporting and data suppression.
Brockton City, Plymouth County, Massachusetts
The commission reissued an enforcement order for 58 Trout Street after finding continued unpermitted activity in the floodplain and wetlands; owner removed non‑permitted pool and fire pit and agreed to cooperate on an after‑the‑fact filing.
Cook County, Illinois
The Cook County Board approved contract renewals and increases for staffing and reporting-center services for juvenile detention, while commissioners pressed officials for data on confinement rates, training, contractor reliance and consistency of programming across centers.
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Bill grants attorney general powers to regulate and enforce personal data processing compliance
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House bill allocates $157 million for fiscal year 2025 appropriations and projects
Morgantown, Monongalia County, West Virginia
Several requests for off‑street parking or occupancy variances were continued to the next regular meeting because applicants or their representatives were not present or because staff lacked sufficient information.
Brockton City, Plymouth County, Massachusetts
The commission voted to issue a new enforcement order for 29 Country Club Lane requiring an after‑the‑fact notice of intent and restoration to address additional unpermitted wetland impacts found beyond the plan of record.
UNITED ISD, School Districts, Texas
A United High School senior and his father urged the United ISD board to create a funded esports program with equipment, staff and possible academic credit; the comments were made during the public-comment period and no board action was taken.
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Health and Human Services directs $122 million to assist fiscally strained hospitals in Massachusetts
San Luis, Yuma County, Arizona
Council approved Change Order No. 10 for $12,609 to MGC Contractors Inc. for final work on a new well and treatment unit; city staff proposed transferring funds from a water-department booster station project.
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Bill mandates restrictions on personal data collection and empowers consumer rights protections.
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Bill directs funds for financially strained community health centers and technical assistance programs.
Kent City Council, Kent City, Portage County, Ohio
Public commenters urged the council to seek redevelopment that increases homeownership rather than luxury rentals on the Old Davie Bridal/Franklin site; an architect urged the council to allow the Architectural Review Board (IRB) and other volunteers to present to council before changes to the board’s role are considered.
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Bill authorizes retirement board to retire officer Kathleen Rocheville due to incapacitating injuries
University of Illinois Board of Trustees, U, Boards and Commissions, Executive, Illinois
The University Senate Conference and the University of Illinois Alumni Association presented updates to trustees on shared-governance work, statute proposals and alumni engagement metrics, including a 31% alumni engagement rate and programs to connect students and alumni.
Brockton City, Plymouth County, Massachusetts
The commission approved a three‑year extension for Lot 2 at Arthur Street, allowing additional time for construction and monitoring tied to a restoration area near a pump house.
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State officials allocate funds to support health safety net programs
Morgantown, Monongalia County, West Virginia
The Board of Zoning Appeals approved the transfer and name change for a restaurant/ private‑club use at 1110 High Street after the new owner said hours and operations will remain unchanged.
Brockton City, Plymouth County, Massachusetts
A proposal to construct a Chipotle and associated drive-through at 651 Belmont Street (Shaw’s Plaza) was referred to third‑party peer review and continued to Oct. 15 while applicants and staff follow up on FEMA map documentation and stormwater review.
SOCORRO ISD, School Districts, Texas
A consultant presentation detailed the results of an efficiency audit required for a proposed M&O tax increase; report shows depleted fund balance, payroll as largest expense, below-average revenue per student and a proposed 12-cent M&O bump to fund pay and student services ahead of a November voter-approval election.
Montgomery County Public Schools, School Boards, Maryland
The director of Shared Accountability recommended a phased academic return on investment (ROI) process using completed and in‑progress program evaluations to guide budget and policy decisions; the committee asked that completed evaluations be prioritized for budget season and suggested embedding ROI language into program evaluation policy.
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Bill establishes procedures for the September 1 2026 state primary election in Massachusetts
Cook County, Illinois
A Cook County resident, Taiwan Sims, used public comment to allege a pattern of wrongful arrests and asked county leaders to investigate, invoking the 14th Amendment and naming local officials and courts. The board did not take formal action during the meeting.
Thousand Oaks, Ventura County, California
Agency staff reported completion of a two-phase cleanup of Arroyo Conejo that removed roughly 33.5 tons (about 67,000 pounds) of debris from agency floodplain; phase costs were split between the agency and the city’s Department of Public Works, and staff said maintenance and encampment management remain ongoing.
Morgantown, Monongalia County, West Virginia
The Board approved internal‑illumination variances for signage at two commercial properties after staff recommended approval; hours and lighting controls were discussed to limit late‑night lighting.
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Bill allows hybrid and remote formats for town meetings in Concord.
Cook County, Illinois
Moody's upgraded Cook County's general obligation rating to AA3 after a county presentation. The board approved a federal grant risk‑mitigation fund and discussed a municipal bridge loan program modeled on a 2022 plan with up to $300 million in capacity to help local taxing districts manage late tax collections.
Brockton City, Plymouth County, Massachusetts
The commission denied requests for certificates of compliance for lots in the Debbie Road subdivision and related Pecomab lots, requiring buffer‑zone enhancement plans, two‑year monitoring and relocation or clearer marker signage; commissioners also opened discussion about privacy fences that could impede wildlife.
San Luis, Yuma County, Arizona
The council approved a $106,660 professional-services contract with Consultant Engineering Inc. to develop a five-year capital improvement program and supporting procedures for the city.
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Legislation establishes a sick leave bank for contributions to Kathleen Rodrigue's medical needs
Hibbing City, St. Louis County, Minnesota
The council approved a conditional-use request allowing an electronic message sign for the Red Rock Hotel and Suites after the planning commission recommended approval.
Thousand Oaks, Ventura County, California
The Canal Open Space Conservation Agency voted 4-0 at its meeting to grant Southern California Edison (SCE) a utility easement to install and maintain underground electrical transmission equipment on a portion of agency-owned Arroyo Conejo open space and to adopt Resolution 2025-03 authorizing agency staff to execute necessary documents.
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Legislators propose Act to increase opportunity by eliminating driving restrictions tied to debt
Kent City Council, Kent City, Portage County, Ohio
The Kent City Council voted to remove the October deadline for a decision on whether to use Flock Security cameras, keeping the item on the pending list while members cited new lawsuits and questions about the private company’s national network.
Brockton City, Plymouth County, Massachusetts
The commission voted to send 23 River Street for third‑party stormwater review and required the applicant submit a buffer‑zone enhancement plan for a steep, trash‑filled slope before the next meeting.
Morgantown, Monongalia County, West Virginia
The Board of Zoning Appeals denied a requested variance for West Virginia Silver Living after residents testified about parking, congestion and safety concerns; the board cited increased traffic and insufficient off‑street parking as reasons for denial.
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Registrar required to reinstate all suspended licenses and registrations due to penalties
Brockton City, Plymouth County, Massachusetts
The commission continued the 0 Franklin Avenue filing to Oct. 15 and asked the applicant to extend wetland delineation, document a fill pile and add erosion controls to the site plan.
University of Illinois Board of Trustees, U, Boards and Commissions, Executive, Illinois
During the board's public comment period, faculty and students raised concerns about academic freedom, doxxing and harassment, antisemitism and perceived uneven responses by university offices, and urged trustees to act on divestment and climate-related investment policy.
Montgomery County Public Schools, School Boards, Maryland
CFO and budget staff told the committee the district is using 0‑based budgeting for FY27 and will launch staffing‑standards work groups on Sept. 29 to reexamine allocations across elementary, middle and high school levels; superintendent’s budget to be released in December 2025.
Green Bay, Brown County, Wisconsin
City staff reported that the Emily Park flood-resiliency project advanced into 90–100% engineering design and that Emily Park received two grants totaling $394,900; commissioners filed the update.
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Section clarifies definitions related to health insurance terms and coverage processes.
Brockton City, Plymouth County, Massachusetts
The commission referred the 31 Otis Street notice of intent to third‑party peer review and continued the hearing to Oct. 15 pending DEP file materials and applicant-requested stormwater review.
Cook County, Illinois
The Cook County Board of Commissioners approved a resolution recognizing September as Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month after public testimony from survivors and a gynecologic oncologist that emphasized the lack of screening tests, the importance of symptom awareness, and racial disparities in outcomes.
San Luis, Yuma County, Arizona
The council appointed poll workers under state law and approved three vote centers and multiple drop-box locations for the Nov. 4, 2025 special election, with Yuma County to administer services under an intergovernmental agreement.
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Bill mandates coverage continuity for medically stable patients on prescribed drugs
Green Bay, Brown County, Wisconsin
The commission received an update from the city's Clean Energy Connector about community outreach, website interest in rooftop solar, and the Grow Solar campaign reaching a second discount tier; the commission filed the update.
Brockton City, Plymouth County, Massachusetts
The Brockton Conservation Commission approved a one-year extension of an order of conditions for the Heritage Court subdivision after staff said monitoring and coordination with city departments were underway.
IROQUOIS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
A parent raised concerns about long parochial-school bus rides; district staff said planned rides are routed for about 75 minutes and that the state education department has previously regarded similar ride times as reasonable when balanced against fiscal and safety considerations.
Port Orchard, Kitsap County, Washington
At the Sept. 16 Finance Committee meeting, Finance Director Noah Crocker told members sales tax was roughly 4% below last year but about 7% above the adopted budget; real estate excise tax (REET) was tracking to the 2025 budget with about $90,000 shortfall to meet 2025 projection; lodging-tax (LTAC) receipts exceeded the current budget.
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Bill aims to clarify pipefitting exemption requirements for contractors and subcontractors
Green Bay, Brown County, Wisconsin
The Sustainability Commission outlined a process to compile and prioritize initiatives for 2026, asking every commissioner to propose actions by October and recommending work-group assignments to produce 1–3 measurable initiatives each.
Department of Education, Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Mississippi
The commission voted to begin APA rulemaking on Process Standard 3.1 to allow the Office of School and District Transformation to use a new four-point evaluation tool for interim superintendents in state-run transformation districts and state special schools, emphasizing strategic plans with three priority goals and monthly progress updates.
Cook County, Illinois
A group of volunteer auditors and advocates presented findings and a proposed resolution alleging registration errors and improper votes in Illinois’ 2024 general election and asked the county to support further investigation and a legally valid 2026 election.
Logansport City, Cass County, Indiana
The Logansport board approved agreements for panic-button alarms, tree removal, advertising, a themed musical performance, and a contract to recodify city code; it also approved $1,228,927.50 in claims including a $115,605.50 Republic Services trash claim while staff discussed a citywide trash-bin transition.
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Legislation mandates timely updates and appeals processes for pharmacy cost lists.
Department of Education, Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Mississippi
The commission voted to begin the Administrative Procedures Act process to revise Appendix A‑8 of the Mississippi Public School Accountability Standards to add an additional endorsement option for students beginning in 2025–26, following staff presentation that the change was prompted by previous public comment.
Hibbing City, St. Louis County, Minnesota
Council approved routine consent items including accounts payable and payroll, a letter supporting a site-specific sulfate standard for Keytac, an HRA repositioning support letter, a $6,940 hazardous-material removal contract and an agreement to allow Live Barn streaming at the Hibbing Memorial Arena.
Montgomery County Public Schools, School Boards, Maryland
Finance staff told the Fiscal Management Committee contractual services total about $111.4 million in the FY26 operating budget and explained how those funds map to state budget categories, organizational chapters, and vendor procurement and contracting processes.
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Legislation mandates drug rating verification for pharmacy benefits maximum allowable cost lists
Department of Education, Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Mississippi
The commission approved one-year waivers to Process Standard 2.1 allowing a principal in Okolona to also serve as athletic director and a Coffeeville principal to serve as a work-based learning coordinator for the 2025–26 school year.
University of Illinois Board of Trustees, U, Boards and Commissions, Executive, Illinois
Multiple students urged the board to adopt an official mascot for the University of Illinois, promoting a student-designed beltied kingfisher as a widely supported option and urging administration action to replace the former chief imagery.
San Luis, Yuma County, Arizona
The San Luis City Council approved Order No. 2025-11, accepting a settlement and joint proposed consent decree in Gethsemane Baptist Church v. City of San Luis, avoiding further federal litigation.
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Section mandates compliance for pharmacy benefits managers under MassHealth or group insurance commission
Logansport City, Cass County, Indiana
Logansport’s Board approved multiple curb-street-cut applications, several Frontier utility projects and an environmental well installation in the rights-of-way for an environmental investigation at 600 Water Street (former Modine site).
Cook County, Illinois
Community organizers and pilot participants told the board the county should identify revenue and make the Cook County guaranteed income program permanent and scaled, citing pilot enrollment and survey results.
Secaucus School District, School Districts, New Jersey
At its Sept. 9 meeting the Secaucus Board of Education voted unanimously to approve personnel placements, policy second readings, curriculum and field-trip resolutions, accept the Student Safety Data System report and add a retainer agreement with Chasen, Lamparello, Mallon & Capuzzio as special counsel to handle ongoing litigation.
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Bill mandates timely updates and appeal procedures for pharmacy costs by benefits managers
Port Orchard, Kitsap County, Washington
Finance staff and public works outlined a sewer general plan and rate options Sept. 16, including a recommended $1.2 million capital reserve for the sewer capital fund, two additional operations FTEs, and a series of rate scenarios that would take effect Jan. 1, 2026 if adopted.
Jersey City, Hudson County, New Jersey
Jersey City Municipal Council members voted 6-2 on Sept. 17, 2025, to adopt an amended 2025 municipal budget after a public hearing, raising the municipal budget by $5.5 million and increasing the municipal tax levy by about 0.97%, city finance staff said.
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Legislation mandates disclosure of drug codes and pricing adjustments for challenged claims.
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Joyce Meyer, nominee for undersecretary of commerce for economic affairs, told senators she would prioritize data integrity and modernization at the Bureau of Economic Analysis and Census Bureau if confirmed, while lawmakers pressed for clarity on 2026 census test hiring and whether the president can order a new census without Congress.
IROQUOIS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
A wireless carrier asked the district about placing a cell tower near the bus garage; the company estimated roughly $12,000–$15,000 annual revenue, but trustees expressed concern that tower placement and easements could constrain future facilities, bus garages or EV infrastructure and the board signaled opposition to hosting the tower on campus.
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Legislation requires insurers to provide fair reimbursement for 340B drugs without discrimination.
Montgomery County Public Schools, School Boards, Maryland
The internal audit supervisor told the committee the independent activity fund (IAF) balances have grown to about $21.1 million and proposed risk‑based school audits, published opinions, and a shift away from day‑to‑day transactional support toward independent oversight.
Hibbing City, St. Louis County, Minnesota
Hibbing approved purchase of a 2025 Ford Explorer for the police department and authorized upfitting and equipment for the new K-9 unit.
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Legislators propose an act against discrimination relating to the 340B drug discount program.
Logansport City, Cass County, Indiana
Parks staff reported that Spencer Park’s new playground will have a ribbon cutting on Sept. 18 and a grand-opening event Sept. 20, described progress on Dykeman driving range and trail cameras, and outlined fall programming including a Halloween family event and a Nov. 1 sing-along.
University of Illinois Board of Trustees, U, Boards and Commissions, Executive, Illinois
In a brief session, the University of Illinois Board of Trustees acting as sole member of Illinois Quantum and Microelectronics Park LLC approved minutes and appointed a member to the park's board of managers.
Herriman Planning Commission, Herriman , Salt Lake County, Utah
City staff presented the 2025 annual report on Herriman’s moderate‑income housing implementation plan, detailing rezoning, infrastructure, ADU permitting and entitled units; staff said the city remains eligible for state priority funding tied to multiple strategies.
Cook County, Illinois
The Cook County Board of Commissioners on Sept. 17 voted to approve Resolution 25-3451, denouncing federal immigration enforcement tactics by ICE and other agents.
Port Orchard, Kitsap County, Washington
City staff and consultants presented a general sewer plan and rate options Sept. 16. The plan recommends a capital reserve target for the sewer capital fund, two additional operations FTEs phased 2026–2027, and a public hearing on rates next week; council adoption is scheduled for Oct. 14, with rates slated to take effect Jan. 1, 2026 if adopted.
Montgomery County Public Schools, School Boards, Maryland
Montgomery County Public Schools’ chief financial officer briefed the Fiscal Management Committee on FY25 Category 12 fixed charges and outlined negotiated cost reductions and contract changes aimed at restoring employee benefit plan solvency.
Commerce, Science, and Transportation: Senate Committee, Standing Committees - House & Senate, Congressional Hearings Compilation
Ethan Klein, President Trump’s nominee to serve as associate director of the Office of Science and Technology Policy and U.S. Chief Technology Officer, told the Senate Commerce Committee on Sept. 17 that OSTP should prioritize removing barriers to safe testing and commercial adoption of artificial intelligence while coordinating national efforts on infrastructure, workforce and standards.
Logansport City, Cass County, Indiana
At its Sept. 17 meeting the Logansport Board of Public Works and Safety approved multiple cleanups, fines and conditional appeals for repeat code-violation properties and set a six-month probation and automatic fine for a property on East Columbia Street.
Herriman Planning Commission, Herriman , Salt Lake County, Utah
The planning commission recommended amendments to create a CF (commercial‑flex) zone to encourage maker spaces, small manufacturers and mixed uses; the commission added a change lowering the minimum acreage for certain signage and storage rules from 8 to 5 acres.
Port Orchard, Kitsap County, Washington
Finance Director Noah Crocker told the finance committee Sept. 16 that year‑over‑year sales tax receipts are down about 4% but remain roughly 7% above the adopted budget; Real Estate Excise Tax (REET) receipts have grown compared with 2024 and are close to meeting the 2025 budget.
Commerce, Science, and Transportation: Senate Committee, Standing Committees - House & Senate, Congressional Hearings Compilation
Nominee Michael Graham told the Senate Commerce Committee that automatic dependent surveillance–broadcast (ADS‑B) ‘in’ and ‘out’ would make the flying public safer, while senators pressed the National Transportation Safety Board to be more forceful after long-unimplemented recommendations tied to recent accidents.
Montgomery County Public Schools, School Boards, Maryland
MCPS staff told the Fiscal Management Committee they will shift CIP prioritization toward a facility condition index (FCI), emphasizing renovations and multi‑system renewals to capture state funding; staff warned roofs and HVAC needs currently outpace replacement rates and estimated hundreds of millions in deferred needs.
Logansport City, Cass County, Indiana
Board members reported ongoing transition issues with Republic Services and advised residents to keep existing Republic bins at curb until pickup; city staff said collection and bin distribution should normalize after the transition audit.
Department of Education, Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Mississippi
The commission voted to upgrade the accreditation status of Aberdeen, Canton and Jefferson Davis school districts from probation to accredited after staff reported each district cleared recorded citations.
Secaucus School District, School Districts, New Jersey
Christina Diadetta, president of the Secaucus Board of Education, told residents Wednesday that Acting Superintendent Charlie Voorhees will step down from the superintendent role on Sept. 30 and return full time to his position as the district’s athletic director.
Herriman Planning Commission, Herriman , Salt Lake County, Utah
Planning commissioners recommended the Crescent commercial master development agreement amendment to the city council while residents urged explicit MDA language requiring contaminated‑soil removal, oversight and monitoring during earthwork.
Department of Education, Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Mississippi
At its Sept. 18, 2025 teleconference, the Mississippi Commission on School Accreditation re-elected Pamela Manners as chair and selected Carla Evers as vice chair in voice votes after nominations and brief acceptance remarks.
Commerce, Science, and Transportation: Senate Committee, Standing Committees - House & Senate, Congressional Hearings Compilation
Joyce Meyer, President Trump’s nominee to oversee the Bureau of Economic Analysis and the Census Bureau, told senators she would prioritize data integrity, speed, and staffing for the 2030 census preparation if confirmed.
Sandusky Boards & Commissions, Sandusky, Erie County, Ohio
The Sandusky Landmark Commission voted Sept. 17 to grant a certificate of appropriateness for alterations and a second‑story addition at 233 Jackson St., a noncontributing building in the city’s downtown historic district.
Lowell City, Middlesex County, Massachusetts
A motion asked the superintendent to provide the district's advancement policy for grades 1-8 with attention to chronic absenteeism thresholds (10%, 20%, 30%) and correlation to academic progress.
RSU 40/MSAD 40, School Districts, Maine
A parent told the RSU 40 board that a statement made June 5 and an apology did not erase harm to a former student and urged the board to remember that "words matter."
Lowell City, Middlesex County, Massachusetts
A committee motion asked the superintendent to present a six-month asbestos surveillance inspection report for 16 schools listed in the AHERA report and to list staff who have received asbestos awareness training.
RSU 40/MSAD 40, School Districts, Maine
Facilities staff and outside architects have begun reviewing the high school's mechanical and blueprint issues as part of a potential capital improvement plan; staff said the district ranked 52 on the state's capital construction list and that hard cost figures are pending before any voter outreach.
Michigan City, LaPorte County, Indiana
The Michigan City Finance Committee discussed the 2026 budget schedule and heard first-reading ordinances setting 2026 salaries for the mayor, city clerk and council members at its Sept. 16 meeting; no adoption votes were taken.
Lowell City, Middlesex County, Massachusetts
The committee voted to accept the superintendent's summative evaluation as a report of progress, noting the overall score falls between 'needs improvement' and 'proficient.' Members raised concerns about decisiveness, staffing reorganizations and communication with school communities.
RSU 40/MSAD 40, School Districts, Maine
The RSU 40 superintendent reported on an entry plan that has included outreach to staff and central office, said the district will implement changes tied to a new restraint and seclusion law, asked staff to seek quotes for radio repeaters for emergency communication, and emphasized the high school's facility needs ahead of potential capital work.
Jefferson City, Cole County, Missouri
A Jefferson City budget committee approved three staff amendments that freeze a parks program manager position, reallocate a duplicate residential incentive allocation to central maintenance for fuel-tank repairs, and reduce a tuition reimbursement line; the committee voted to send the amended budget to the full council.
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New bill prohibits discrimination against 340B-covered entities in drug reimbursement processes
Montgomery County Public Schools, School Boards, Maryland
Keisha Addison of the Office of Shared Accountability proposed that the board use 'academic return on investment' — comparing student outcomes to program cost and staff time — to prioritize programs in budgeting and policy, starting with completed program evaluations and moving to in‑progress studies linked to the FY27 process.
Lowell City, Middlesex County, Massachusetts
A request to hire outside subject-matter experts for a comprehensive school safety and security assessment was referred to a subcommittee after the superintendent and other members questioned whether an outside audit is warranted.
Columbia, Boone County, Missouri
City planning staff told the commission they will pause an STR regulatory amendment pending a council work session, proceed with enforcement notices, pursue a vendor contract for compliance support, and continue technical UDC revisions while operating through a staffing transition.
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Commissioner can penalize, suspend, or revoke licenses of noncompliant pharmacy benefit managers
Herriman Planning Commission, Herriman , Salt Lake County, Utah
Herriman planning commissioners voted 4–2 to continue consideration of a conditional-use permit for an 80-foot wireless cell tower and asked the applicant to return with more-developed stealth options and an updated parking calculation.
Columbia, Boone County, Missouri
A final plat and design adjustment for a one‑lot industrial subdivision at 1500 Seventh Street was tabled to Oct. 23 after staff and the applicant identified a private electric easement that may conflict with proposed right‑of‑way.
Hibbing City, St. Louis County, Minnesota
The council approved purchasing city computers and peripherals rather than renewing leases; staff presented cost comparisons and plans to stagger future replacements.
Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
City Administrative Officer Matt Zabo presented a recommended bed plan to meet the Alliance settlement obligation, proposing a mix of PSH, interim beds and 2,000 time‑limited subsidies and identifying a potential $488 million funding shortfall over three fiscal years if current spending continues.
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Commissioner may impose penalties and revoke licenses for violating pharmacy regulations
Logansport City, Cass County, Indiana
The board approved claims totaling $1,228,927.50 at its Sept. 17 meeting; the bundle included payroll of $294,804.88 and a Republic Services trash claim of $115,605.50, among line items linked to recent ordinances and resolutions listed in meeting materials.
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House bill ensures affordability of prescription medications through new accountability standards
IROQUOIS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
Superintendent and business staff told trustees the district-funded portion of a proposed capital project is covered by reserves and projected state building aid, and reminded the public the project vote is scheduled for Nov. 18.
Columbia, Boone County, Missouri
The Planning and Zoning Commission recommended approval of a conditional use permit for a short‑term rental at 1506 Windsor Street, imposing conditions on occupancy, annual nights, and required on‑site parking prior to licensing.
Montgomery County Public Schools, School Boards, Maryland
MCPS officials told the Fiscal Management Committee on Sept. 17 that the district budgets roughly $111.4 million for contractual services and outlined where those dollars are spent across technology, district operations and school supports.
Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
City and county staff told the Housing and Homelessness Committee that sharp reductions in federal, state and county homelessness funding have halved available TLS funding and could end about 2,700 time-limited subsidies by next June unless new resources or program changes are found.
Columbia, Boone County, Missouri
The Columbia Planning and Zoning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of a conditional use permit allowing a three‑lane drive‑through bank at 310 Nifong Boulevard, finding the proposal meets Unified Development Code standards and creates no significant adverse impacts.
Village of Cross Plains, Dane County, Wisconsin
A proposal to convert Mill Creek Parkway to a one-way street with curbside parking prompted concerns from local business owners about access and deliveries. Committee members said the committee is only advisory and the village board would decide. The item received significant pushback and no motion to change the street layout was advanced.
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Commission requires manufacturers to provide pricing justifications within 30 days of inquiries
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Ethan Klein, nominated to be associate director of OSTP and U.S. chief technology officer, told senators he supports OSTP’s AI action plan, emphasized industry adoption and standards work at NIST, and flagged energy and supply‑chain issues; senators pressed him on NIST’s role, quantum research and commercialization, and government access to AI.
New Canaan, Fairfield, Connecticut
Residents speaking during public comment called on the council to open a charter review and to increase elected oversight after concerns were raised about an 80,000-square-foot parking structure tied to a St. Luke's project in a residential zone.
Independence, Jackson County, Missouri
The board discussed proposed charter changes for IPL governance, told the package is in legal review, and one board member recommended the city create a citizen advisory council modeled on other municipal utilities; staff said they plan public forums and aim for an April ballot.
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Bill section requires timely reporting and establishes penalties for delayed healthcare information submission
University of Illinois Board of Trustees, U, Boards and Commissions, Executive, Illinois
The Board of Trustees elected Howard S. Engel as board treasurer and adopted resolutions honoring outgoing trustees Patricia Brown Holmes and Donald J. Edwards and long-serving treasurer Lester H. McKeever Jr.
Michigan City, LaPorte County, Indiana
At its Sept. 16 meeting the Michigan City Common Council Finance Committee approved $498,293.15 in claims to be presented to the full council and received an update on riverboat and rainy day fund balances.
New Canaan, Fairfield, Connecticut
Councilors debated scope, timeline and resource needs for a charter-review commission and agreed to return to the topic at the next meeting rather than finalize appointments or a schedule at the Sept. 17 session.
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Bill requires carriers to audit pharmacy benefit managers annually for prescription drug pricing.
Independence, Jackson County, Missouri
Deputy director Rich Kempel told the board the Rock Creek primary clarifier rehabilitation is on schedule and budget with mechanical work finished and concrete repairs underway, the water well rehab program continues, the new IMC facility’s second floor should be ready Sept. 22, and staff reported the departure of engineer Lisa O’Dell.
Hibbing City, St. Louis County, Minnesota
The council approved a $57,000 professional design services contract for the library tech center and restroom renovation; the project is financed in part by a $500,000 Minnesota Department of Education grant.
Herriman Planning Commission, Herriman , Salt Lake County, Utah
Staff summarized Herriman's annual report on implementation of the city’s moderate‑income housing plan, describing rezones, new small‑lot residential zones in development, accessory‑dwelling unit permitting, infrastructure work and a housing task force focused on deed‑restricted units for workers.
New Canaan, Fairfield, Connecticut
The council unanimously approved a redlined update to its rules on Sept. 17, including a revised sentence on how compensation for named elected positions is set and a clarification that adding items to an agenda requires the council's permission (consistent with FOIA).
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Bill requires health insurance policies to cover partial prescription supplies for medication synchronization.
Independence, Jackson County, Missouri
Board heard that negotiations with the preferred AMI vendor have stalled on legal terms; staff said they will move to the second‑ranked vendor and continue procurement with procurement staff.
IROQUOIS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
Trustees reviewed 34 proposed resolutions for the New York State School Boards association assembly, discussed priority items to direct their representative Heather Becker to support or oppose, and agreed to provide specific feedback rather than debate all items live at the assembly.
Logansport City, Cass County, Indiana
The board approved several curb/street‑cut and utility projects Sept. 17, including a request from Tetra Tech to install an investigation well in the public right of way near the former Modine manufacturing site as part of an environmental study.
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Bill mandates separate out-of-pocket limits for prescription drugs starting January 1, 2026
Quincy City, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
The Planning Board continued a hearing on a proposal to convert a vacant warehouse at 80 Independence Ave into four townhome condominiums after residents and abutters questioned vehicle access, parking layout, and right‑of‑way ownership; the board set a continued hearing for Oct. 15 to allow the applicant to address issues.
Independence, Jackson County, Missouri
At the Sept. 18 Public Utility Advisory Board meeting, staff presented July financials showing operating reserves and laid out roughly $51 million in planned capital work, including multi‑million‑dollar transformer purchases and temporary contractor hires to accelerate projects.
Commerce, Science, and Transportation: Senate Committee, Standing Committees - House & Senate, Congressional Hearings Compilation
Michael Graham, nominated for reappointment to the National Transportation Safety Board, told senators he supports broader adoption of ADS‑B technology and said requiring ADS‑B In/Out would make the flying public safer.
University of Illinois Board of Trustees, U, Boards and Commissions, Executive, Illinois
The University of Illinois Board of Trustees voted to approve the system'wide operating budget for fiscal year 2026, a plan totaling $8.9 billion that trustees and administrators said balances enrollment-driven growth with rising costs and recurring revenue pressures.
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Legislation requires equal payment for non-affiliated pharmacies and prohibits retroactive discounts
Bear Valley Unified, School Districts, California
Bear Valley Unified staff said BBMR and CareClicker will donate jackets, socks, beanies and gloves and will distribute items on-site to students in a 'store' format rather than pre-packed backpacks.
New Canaan, Fairfield, Connecticut
The New Canaan Town Council on Sept. 17 approved an increase to the first selectman’s salary that was presented as two 2.75 percent adjustments (one per year), and it directed the council finance committee to ask the Board of Finance to consider similar COLA adjustments for the town clerk and treasurer.
Montgomery County Public Schools, School Boards, Maryland
CFO Yvonne Alfonso Windsor said MCPS has begun 0‑based budgeting for FY27 and will convene a staffing‑standards work group on Sept. 29 to reexamine school and central allocations, including classroom staffing, special education and security positions.
Village of Cross Plains, Dane County, Wisconsin
The police chief told the Village Public Safety Committee on Sept. 16 that officers have issued dozens of citations for speeding on the approach to Main Street and that formal speed-limit changes require a county/DOT speed study because segments are county-owned.
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House bill aims to ensure access to prescription medication and support community pharmacies
Bear Valley Unified, School Districts, California
The Bear Valley Unified School District board adopted recommended policy updates and approved two personnel consent resolutions; trustees discussed the source of policy language, tracking of edits, and policy language on seclusion and student supervision.
Quincy City, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
The Planning Board approved a certificate of consistency for a Quincy Mutual redevelopment at 12–18 Chestnut Street (case 2025COCO2), subject to a list of department conditions including construction management, sidewalk reconstruction, stormwater inspections and pre‑demolition asbestos testing.
Herriman Planning Commission, Herriman , Salt Lake County, Utah
Planning commissioners voted 4–1 to recommend a new Commercial Flex (CF) zoning category that would allow small‑scale warehousing, wholesale, and flex spaces—subject to design standards, acreage limits for storage uses and conditional‑use review for larger projects.
Hibbing City, St. Louis County, Minnesota
The council authorized two applications to the Iron Range Resources and Rehabilitation (IRRR) program for commercial redevelopment grants and approved a resolution requesting an easement to support HRA development at Mesabi Manor.
Bear Valley Unified, School Districts, California
Board members debated starting the school year earlier (Aug. 1) versus later, the need for an October break, and potential impacts on students, staff and families; board members said a revised calendar will be brought to a future meeting for consideration.
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Bill aims to safeguard 340B pharmacies from discriminatory reimbursement practices
Michigan City, LaPorte County, Indiana
At its Sept. 16 meeting the Michigan City Common Council Finance Committee approved $498,293.15 in claims to forward to the full council and reviewed first-reading ordinances setting 2026 salaries and the advertised budget timetable.
New Canaan, Fairfield, Connecticut
The New Canaan Town Council on Sept. 17 approved an expanded, mostly grant- and donor-funded plan to build an inclusive playground at Waveney Park, increasing the previously authorized project budget so the town can accept state and private funds and proceed with construction.
IROQUOIS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
Board members heard a 50,000-foot overview of the New York State report card and of AIMSweb screening results, and agreed to make data review the primary topic of upcoming meetings so building-level teams can present pre-circulated data.
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House bill mandates health insurance policies to allow partial supplies of medications
Logansport City, Cass County, Indiana
The board approved a new panic‑button system with location features, a $3,000 tree removal contract for a dead sycamore at Spencer Park, a recurring advertising agreement with Hoosier Media Group and a performance contract for the Shake Ups band to perform in costume on Oct. 24.
Malden City, Middlesex County, Massachusetts
The Malden Board of Appeal approved a variance for an addition to the primary dwelling at 41 Fairview Ave after the applicant submitted revised plans that remedied an accessory-structure setback violation.
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Legislation establishes a sick leave bank for Department of Developmental Services employee Candy J. Pike
Village of Cross Plains, Dane County, Wisconsin
A resident who lives at 2203 Valley Street urged the Public Safety Committee to add a stop control at Valley and Julius after a December crash. The committee voted to add a stop bar on Julius and curbside parking lane markings (two stall length) and to delay installing flashing beacons pending further review.
Montgomery County Public Schools, School Boards, Maryland
Melvin Phillips, internal audit supervisor, told the Fiscal Management Committee that the Internal Audit Unit will strengthen independence from day-to-day IAF operations, adopt a risk-based approach, issue audit opinions, and focus audits on the district’s $21.1 million Independent Activity Fund and CIF balances.
Cottage Grove, Dane County, Wisconsin
Engineers reported progress on multiple utility projects — West Lawn Estates lift station, Heyday Cottage Grove sewer, SCADA upgrades, Well 2 design and Gaston water-main delineation — and staff said the Department of Natural Resources confirmed an 'A' grade on the village's sanitary sewer annual CMAR submission.
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House Bill 4490 seeks to prohibit discrimination against participants in the 340B program
Kirkland, King County, Washington
Lucia Flores Wiseman, the Seattle‑area singer who placed fourth on season 27 of The Voice, joined the City of Kirkland podcast after receiving a Hispanic Heritage Month proclamation and discussed her musical path, song choices and upcoming performances.
Michigan City, LaPorte County, Indiana
An ordinance to add section 78‑7 to the municipal code would prohibit smoking—including e‑cigarettes—within 20 feet of public entrances to city buildings. Several council members signed on as sponsors; public commenters questioned enforceability and scope.
Cottage Grove, Dane County, Wisconsin
After its previous payment processor discontinued service, the village tested and activated a new processor (Zift), is waiving September late fees for affected customers, and reports about 350 of roughly 1,000 auto-pay customers have reenrolled.
Bear Valley Unified, School Districts, California
Two members of the public asked the Bear Valley Unified School District board to take up library book concerns and protections for LGBTQ students; board members confirmed staff had reviewed the books but took no immediate action.
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Bill expands paid family and medical leave to include organ and bone marrow donors.
Arcata City, Humboldt County, California
Public Works staff presented an update on the five-year Capital Improvement Program and a large slate of projects; staff asked the council to receive the presentation and return the corrected CIP for formal approval at a later meeting.
Herriman Planning Commission, Herriman , Salt Lake County, Utah
Planning commissioners unanimously recommended approval of an amendment to the Crescent commercial master development agreement while residents raised repeated concerns about contaminated soils, cleanup oversight, and liability; staff said environmental oversight and sampling requirements are codified and would be enforced.
Revere City, Suffolk County, Massachusetts
The committee approved contract amendments and budget revisions to fund additional geotechnical and environmental pre‑characterization services and heard updates that a state funding agreement was executed and key environmental permits were completed.
Waterford City, Stanislaus County, California
City public works and management updated the council on multiple construction projects (E Street, G Street, Yosemite ATP), noted a delay on a Pasadena signalization base and poles, said pickleball courts came in under budget, and announced the city's website is now ADA-compliant.
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Bill ensures fair payment practices for all pharmacies providing medication services
Hibbing City, St. Louis County, Minnesota
City staff presented and the council approved a preliminary levy increase of 9.99% for taxes payable in 2026 amid modest increases in Local Government Aid and declines in taconite aid and rising expenditures.
Environmental Quality Board, Agencies, Boards, & Commissions, Executive, Minnesota
Executive Director Kathryn Neuschler told the board the agency submitted a Groundwater Policy Report, completed pollinator public engagement that reached about 1,500 people, and will post a vacancy after a senior staffer moves to the MPCA.
Cottage Grove, Dane County, Wisconsin
An owner at 2848 County Highway B was granted a three-year deferred payment plan for village impact fees totaling $6,560.93, with the payments to be added to the property's tax roll as a special charge.
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Section mandates transparency in drug pricing and appeals processes for pharmacies.
Waterford City, Stanislaus County, California
The City Council adopted Resolution 2025-54 authorizing the city manager or public works director to sign documents, applications and assurances for federally and state-funded projects to streamline processing of capital improvement grants.
Logansport City, Cass County, Indiana
The board approved a contract with American Legal Publishing to update and recodify the city's code, bringing the municipal code current and making it easier for staff, council and the public to track municipal ordinances.
Shelton, Mason County, Washington
At a meeting of the Shelton Metropolitan Parks District, staff reported plans to update the city’s Parks, Recreation, Open Space and Trails (PROS) plan without a consultant, detailed dedicated design funding for the Crosstown Trail, and reviewed summer recreation programming, including $1,900 in donations for Movies in the Park and a 10‑team adult softball season.
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New provisions prohibit recouping costs for clerical errors and regulate pharmacy audits.
Revere City, Suffolk County, Massachusetts
The committee voted to award Briggs the city contract for third‑party construction material testing, authorizing an initial open purchase order under the project’s testing services budget and citing Briggs’ high ranking for qualifications and rapid turnaround commitments.
Waterford City, Stanislaus County, California
The City Council authorized staff to release a request for proposals for the Hickman Water Consolidation Project, a proposed 14-inch transmission main to connect Hickman Community Services District to Waterford's system. Staff provided an engineer's estimate of $1,025,000 and said the city plans to seek an IBank loan up to $1.5 million at 4.52%.
Montgomery County Public Schools, School Boards, Maryland
Chief Financial Officer Yvonne Alfonso Windsor told the Fiscal Management Committee that a mix of employee cost sharing, drug-contract renegotiation and vendor fee holidays should move the district back toward solvency for its employee benefits fund over the next three years.
Kirkland, King County, Washington
At its Sept. 16 meeting the Kirkland City Council adopted a co‑living housing regulation required by state law and approved miscellaneous amendments to the Kirkland zoning code and municipal code. Study-session items included an overview of municipal court services and an update on the fire department’s mobile integrated health program.
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Bill requires pharmacy benefits managers to obtain a state license for operational compliance
Cottage Grove, Dane County, Wisconsin
The commission approved the 2026 sewer utility budget that includes a recommended 4% rate increase after refining MMSD cost estimates; staff estimated MMSD service charges around $1.25 million.
Hibbing City, St. Louis County, Minnesota
The Hibbing City Council voted to authorize sale-tax–backed bonds for a new Public Safety Building and approved multiple related contracts, including testing, inspection and security system work, citing continuity and project risk management.
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Legislation amends driver education rules to include virtual instructor-led formats by licensed schools
Cottage Grove, Dane County, Wisconsin
Commission adopted the 2026 water utility budget, which includes a $2,265,000 budget number for Well 2 rehabilitation, a $1.7 million Gaston water main looping project in planning, equipment replacements, and security upgrades for Wells 3 and 4.
Arcata City, Humboldt County, California
Multiple public speakers urged the City Council to adopt a resolution calling for the immediate and unconditional release of hostages taken by Hamas; speakers provided graphic descriptions and urged a symbolic city resolution. The council did not place such a resolution on the agenda at that meeting.
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House bill creates commission to recommend equitable strategies for Chapter 70 school aid distribution
Waterford City, Stanislaus County, California
Dozens of residents filled the Waterford City Council chamber to speak for or against Councilmember Liz Talbot after a statement she signed — on behalf of the Stanislaus County Democratic Party — declined an invitation to a local vigil for Charlie Kirk.
Cottage Grove, Dane County, Wisconsin
The commission approved a construction agreement with developers for a sanitary sewer interceptor and awarded the construction contract to Gerke Construction after receiving seven bids.
Kirkland, King County, Washington
Kirkland's city manager issued an emergency proclamation to support King County repairs to a compromised section of the East Side interceptor sewer line beneath the Cross Kirkland Corridor (CKC). A temporary bypass will require a full CKC closure beginning Sept. 29 for about two weeks, followed by intermittent closures as work continues.
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House bill allows Williamsburg to rename board of selectmen to select board
Laredo, Webb County, Texas
The Port of Entry Advisory Committee approved the minutes, voted to move other business earlier in the agenda and scheduled its next meeting for Oct. 15 (motion and second recorded; voice votes).
Lowell City, Middlesex County, Massachusetts
At its Sept. 17 meeting the City of Lowell Affordable Housing Trust Fund heard staff and outside advisers warn that complex American Rescue Plan (ARPA) rules and looming federal deadlines increase the risk the trust could be unable to spend $3.3 million unless it pursues flexible, near-term options such as grants or down-payment assistance.
Shelton, Mason County, Washington
The Shelton City Council adopted Ordinance No. 2030-02725 amending Shelton Municipal Code Section 5.04.040 to raise the exemption threshold for businesses without a physical location in the city from $2,000 to $4,000.
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Legislation mandates pharmacy benefit managers to maintain adequate networks for patient access
Laredo, Webb County, Texas
Port staff updated the advisory committee on a toll‑system audit of the vendor, a pending DOT review of border wait‑time sensors, new signage, and progress on the World Trade Bridge expansion environmental assessment and PS&E (both reported near 90% complete). The committee requested follow‑up presentations and timing details.
Barnstable County, Massachusetts
The Barnstable County Charter Review Committee voted 6-0 to recess deliberations and recommended the full assembly not add a second ballot question because the board of regional commissioners already placed a charter study question on the 2026 ballot.
Herriman Planning Commission, Herriman , Salt Lake County, Utah
Herriman planning commissioners voted 4–2 to continue consideration of a conditional use permit for an 80-foot wireless monopole at a commercial site, directing the applicant to return with stealth design alternatives and updated parking calculations.
Safety Harbor City, Pinellas County, Florida
At the Safety Harbor Code Enforcement Board meeting the board accepted affidavits of noncompliance and compliance in several docketed cases with no respondents present, including a noncompliance finding for Team B Equities (555 Seventh Street South).
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Bill prohibits retroactive payment reductions on clean claims by pharmacy benefit managers
Laredo, Webb County, Texas
Port staff and industry representatives told the advisory committee that a Department of State directive requiring English‑language interviews for transfer‑driver visas (80% English response threshold) has taken effect and may be canceling or denying local transfer‑driver visas, risking disruption to the local supply chain.
Barnstable County, Massachusetts
Administrator Michael Dutton briefed the Assembly on recent regional commissioners' approvals: a shared-regional-housing appropriation, a contract amendment for the municipal fire training site, a MassDEP grant through the Clean Water Center, paving contracts and concerns about FEMA funding for disaster recovery.
Michigan City, LaPorte County, Indiana
Council introduced an ordinance to broaden allowed uses of the municipal revolving loan fund so it can support the EDCMC annual contract and act as a local or corporate match for parks and playground projects, including Federer's Alley.
Gahanna, Franklin County, Ohio
Staff reported high pool and splash‑pad participation, a new produce donation partnership with GRIN, progress on a new mountain‑bike trail and a co‑op with Columbus Academy, and said a skatepark location has not been identified; the traveling Vietnam Memorial replica will be at Veterans Memorial Park Oct. 2–6 and needs volunteers.
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Bill mandates a surcharge for pharmacy benefit managers engaging in spread pricing or fees.
Laredo, Webb County, Texas
A private developer presented a proposal for an automated, elevated freight guideway connecting Monterrey and Laredo with terminals on each side of the border. The Port of Entry Advisory Committee heard project details and questions but took no action; presenters said U.S. permits are secured and Mexican approvals remain pending.
Utica, Oneida County, New York
Staff presented updated designs and the board endorsed an alternate corner for the harbor boat launch to preserve parking and improve trailer maneuverability.
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Legislation requires timely updates and internal grievance processes for pharmacy benefit managers
Environmental Quality Board, Agencies, Boards, & Commissions, Executive, Minnesota
The Environmental Quality Board voted to place rule amendments on notice to conform Minnesota Rule 4410 to the Energy Infrastructure Permitting Act (Minn. Stat. 216i), opening a public comment period Sept. 29–Nov. 10 and authorizing the executive director to proceed.
El Segundo City, Los Angeles County, California
At the Sept. 16 meeting the city reported that the South Coast Air Quality Management District received 69 odor complaints about Hyperion over two weeks and issued two notices of violation; the city directed residents to information on elsagundo.org/hyperion.
Barnstable County, Massachusetts
State legislators and county delegates discussed a proposal for a local-option luxury real estate transfer fee to fund affordable housing, with lawmakers urging a unified regional voice while acknowledging the policy and distribution questions that remain.
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Legislation modifies PRIM Board membership to include candidates from retirement system executive boards
Logansport City, Cass County, Indiana
Parks staff told the board Sept. 17 about a ribbon cutting for a new Spencer Park playground, completion of a golf maintenance barn with a certificate of occupancy, progress on trail cameras and plans for fall events including a Halloween event on Oct. 24 and a Nov. 1 sing‑along.
El Segundo City, Los Angeles County, California
At its Sept. 16 meeting the El Segundo City Council accepted a $75,000 Chevron grant for economic development, adopted the city's 2025 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan, and approved resolutions aligning city contributions for CalPERS medical premiums; council also approved classification changes and heard a preliminary finance report.
Utica, Oneida County, New York
Meeting participants approved a $7,500 increase to an engineering contract and heard that bank financing has preliminary approval pending final paperwork.
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House committee on Housing receives extension until October 31 for report on housing documents
Laredo, Webb County, Texas
Public health reported partnerships and planned tools for autism surveillance, while committee members described hospital emergency-room experiences that lacked interpretation and coordination and asked staff to pursue hospital outreach.
Spanish, Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
Los Angeles Department of Aging partnered with the WNBA's Los Angeles Sparks for a 'Take a Senior to a Game' initiative that will bring seniors to a Sparks game and include visits to senior facilities; the department said it will spotlight seniors during the event.
Montgomery County Public Schools, School Boards, Maryland
MCPS facility managers told the Fiscal Management Committee that an FCI-based approach will guide October’s capital-improvement-plan (CIP) launch and that the district faces roughly $175 million in roofing needs and $740 million in HVAC needs for aging school systems.
Arcata City, Humboldt County, California
The council read and adopted a proclamation recognizing National PACE Month and acknowledged Redwood Coast PACE's expansion into Arcadia; program director Barbara Leahy described services and open-house dates.
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Committee on Aging and Independence receives extension until December 3 for final report
Laredo, Webb County, Texas
Committee members and Parks & Recreation staff announced two sensory-room openings, an adaptive park expansion, fitness trials and a white-cane awareness walk, and discussed equipment and communication-board needs.
Shelton, Mason County, Washington
Council voted to place resolutions on an Oct. 7 action agenda to authorize replacement public-works equipment funded through the equipment maintenance/revolving (EMR) fund, and approved bypassing a procurement delay to replace an aging fire alarm panel at the civic center.
Michigan City, LaPorte County, Indiana
On first reading the council introduced ordinances to set salaries for the mayor, city clerk and council members for 2026. Mayor Mary Deutsch and the city clerk declined the 2% increase; several council members signaled they would follow. Public commenters called raises poor optics amid rising violent crime and budget pressure.
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Legislation permits Conway police officer Michael Habel to continue working until age 70.
Laredo, Webb County, Texas
Members of the City of Laredo Blue Ribbon Committee on People with Disabilities asked county officials to meet with sheriff’s staff after a recent case in which a young adult with a disability was arrested and processed without accommodations.
Gahanna, Franklin County, Ohio
The Gahanna Parks Board unanimously approved a $100 fee waiver for a Hannah Lincoln High School developmental disabilities class event at Woodside Green scheduled for Sept. 19.
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House bill prohibits pharmacy benefit managers from discriminating against 340B entities.
Dublin City (Regular School District), School Districts, Ohio
At a bid-opening session, Dublin City (Regular School District) staff opened eight bids for the Grisele building roof replacement planned for 2026. Bidders acknowledged addendum No. 1 and submitted bid bonds; the district’s engineer read bid amounts for later review.
Silver Bow County, Montana
The Finance and Budget committee recorded an internal health-department budget transfer of $1,114 on Sept. 17, 2025, shifting funds from operating supplies to printing, dues and subscriptions, and training to cover printing and duplicating and subscription/training renewals as noted in the meeting record.
Safety Harbor City, Pinellas County, Florida
The Safety Harbor Code Enforcement Board found that a property at 1231 Willowwick Circle was not in compliance on Aug. 26 but was cured on Sept. 3, creating a seven-day violation period.
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Bill mandates insurers cannot request annual renewals for chronic disease prescription drugs
Milton, Santa Rosa County, Florida
City and Community Redevelopment Agency staff reported progress on two CRA-backed sidewalk segments and sought coordination with Santa Rosa County and CSX for other links; a business at Caroline and Martin Luther King was expected to open pending occupancy approval.
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House bill establishes licensing procedures for specialty pharmacies and insurance provisions for specialty drugs
Environmental Quality Board, Agencies, Boards, & Commissions, Executive, Minnesota
State climate officials told the Environmental Quality Board they will publish a full draft of the updated Climate Action Framework this fall, presenting new modeling, a stronger equity focus and a final public comment opportunity before adoption.
Arcata City, Humboldt County, California
The League of Women Voters of Humboldt County asked the council to endorse and sign a countywide support letter affirming protections for immigrants and other marginalized residents; staff said formal council action will occur in early October and individuals may sign if the council does not endorse the letter.
Milton, Santa Rosa County, Florida
The Sun Valley Utilities of Milton board unanimously approved minutes from Aug. 21 and the July 2025 financial report. Members heard that five contractors submitted bids for an upcoming construction project and that a sewer tap for a Ski Watch resident was cleared after payment and DEP approval.
Pickens, Pickens, South Carolina
At a special called meeting Sept. 17, the Pickens City Council convened an executive session to discuss negotiations and legal advice related to a proposed annexation of property along Wolf Creek and Malden Lake Road; officials said no decisions were made during the closed session.
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House bill aims to establish accountability standards for affordable prescription medications
Shelton, Mason County, Washington
Interim Finance Director Jerry Schuster reported that the city’s July financials show favorable variance driven by one‑time permit revenue and investment income; the city’s LGIP balance is about $18.85 million and two bonds totaling $800,000 are due next week.
Englewood Public School District, School Districts, New Jersey
Two Dwight Morrow High School seniors representing the Biomedicine Academy placed sixth out of 109 teams at the HOSA competition and qualified at the international level after placing top three in the state.
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Section 22 requires manufacturers to report drug pricing and related expenditures to the commission
Gahanna, Franklin County, Ohio
Members questioned large revenue increases for golf and camps, asked for clarification on senior center and street-tree line items, and staff acknowledged a utilities omission for Hunters Ridge Pool in the draft 2026 budget.
Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
During general public comment, a speaker asked each council member to write to the governor to request National Guard investigators examine alleged police misconduct and record-keeping failures.
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Bill mandates attorney general to track health care market trends and costs
Monroeville, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania
The Monroeville Planning Commission voted to recommend site-plan and conditional-use approval for a proposed Sheetz convenience store and fueling station at 4503 Old William Penn Highway.
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Center publishes annual report on high-cost drugs analyzed for health policy commission review
Arcata City, Humboldt County, California
Equity Arcadia managers briefed the council on programs, partnerships with Cal Poly Humboldt and a new fall community development grant targeting campus–community collaboration; no council action was requested.
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Nantucket's Conservation Commission gains authority to transfer land for open space and recreation
Shelton, Mason County, Washington
Organizers of the Mason County Forest Festival told the Shelton City Council the 2025 festival drew increased entrants and vendor activity and thanked the council for Lodging-Tax Advisory Committee (LTAC) support that funded events and drew out-of-area visitors.
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Massachusetts legalizes internet gaming and creates a regulatory commission to oversee operations
Monroeville, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania
The Monroeville Planning Commission granted preliminary and final subdivision approval to consolidate two parcels at 412 Hazelnut Drive into a single 0.29-acre lot, following a brief presentation by the property owner and no public opposition.
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Commission will analyze diversity and report findings by December 31, 2025.
Arcata City, Humboldt County, California
A long-time Arcadia resident requested a residential preferential parking zone after new student housing filled nearby streets; council said the transportation committee and university are looking into solutions.
Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
An amendment to Item 22 broadened a planned report on lane widths to require analysis of how changes would affect first-responder travel times and how proposed changes would work alongside Measure HLA, councilmembers said during Sept. 17 debate.
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Legislation mandates control qualifications and background checks for internet gaming applicants.
Shelton, Mason County, Washington
A resident urged the Shelton City Council to pair enforcement of the city's camping ban with mandated outreach services, create a public-space safety team, tighten shopping-cart retrieval rules and publish monthly cleanup data.
Spanish, Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
Los Angeles Department of Cultural Affairs said it supports three multidisciplinary outreach artists who teach and bring arts programming directly into communities across the city; the program aims to expand access and participation.
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Bill imposes a 20% tax on operators' adjusted gross internet gaming receipts.
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Cahill's bill seeks to establish rules for internet gaming in Massachusetts
Arcata City, Humboldt County, California
After a public hearing with no speakers, the council adopted a resolution confirming city costs totaling $10,686.44 for abating nuisance conditions at 2579 Baldwin Street and approved collection via a special assessment.
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House bill mandates rodeos to comply with Professional Rodeo Cowboy Association rules.
Shelton, Mason County, Washington
Mason County Economic Development Council presented an industry cluster analysis identifying health care, forest products, manufacturing, agriculture/aquaculture and accommodation/food services as local strengths, and urged city support for workforce training, multifamily tax incentives and a $5 million water tank to enable growth.
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The Act provides targeted property tax relief for qualifying senior residents in North Attleborough.
Arcata City, Humboldt County, California
Arcadia city staff asked the City Council on Sept. 17 to award a $500,000 contract to SmithGroup to provide planning, community outreach and preliminary concept design for the Reconnect Arcadia project, a long-range effort to reconnect neighborhoods divided by U.S. 101.
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New law sets separate out-of-pocket limits for prescription drug insurance plans in Massachusetts
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House committee receives extension until March 18, 2026, for transportation report submissions
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Legislation aims to prevent PBMs from unfair practices against 340B covered entities.
Shelton, Mason County, Washington
The Shelton City Council adopted an Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) transition plan assessing about $29 million in accessibility work citywide and discussed a phased funding approach after residents raised safety concerns about crumbling sidewalks.
Logansport City, Cass County, Indiana
The Logansport Board of Public Works and Safety reviewed weekly code-enforcement activity on Sept. 17, approved several cleanups and fines, and placed 27 East Columbia Street on a six‑month probation with conditions including removal of visible lawn mowers and verification of any temporary structure permits.
Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
The City Council directed staff to return within seven days with analysis and recommendations to consolidate and clarify Los Angeles' code enforcement processes after members called the current system confusing and resource-intensive.
Fargo , Cass County, North Dakota
A commission member announced plans for a peaceful march against violence on Oct. 11, calling for community participation and a noon-to-1 p.m. gathering at Island Park with speakers at City Hall.
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Legislation empowers commissioner to impose penalties on non-compliant pharmacy benefit managers
Spanish, Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
The Los Angeles Public Library promoted early‑literacy programming for preschoolers, including a 'Get Ready for Kindergarten' program and branch story times; staff noted both in‑person and online options and pointed to lapl.org/kidspath for children's resources.
Fall River City, Bristol County, Massachusetts
Chair Dennis Paulselli announced the commission will host a CAM training in 2026 (virtual and free) and reminded residents that ADA improvement grant applications do not require waiting additional years to reapply.
Michigan City, LaPorte County, Indiana
The council approved a 7‑year, real‑property tax abatement for Ameriplex/ Holiday Properties' planned 54,000‑square‑foot speculative industrial building after public comment and council discussion. Vote was 7‑1 in favor.
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Bill prohibits pharmacy benefit managers from income derived from spread pricing practices
Spanish, Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
Los Angeles City Attorney announced settlements resolving long‑running violations by a complex that operated illegal short‑term rentals and party houses; the settlements include civil penalties and prohibitions on future home‑sharing at properties the litigants manage.
Supreme Court , State Agencies, Organizations, Executive, North Dakota
The North Dakota Supreme Court heard arguments in an appeal over a district court order that canceled a 2012 contract-for-deed, addressed a $100,000 payoff, and involved the appointment of Dakota Bank as successor personal representative.
Silver Bow County, Montana
The county Finance and Budget committee on Sept. 17 approved an expenditure list totaling $570,513.12. Commissioner O'Neil asked about a $6,850 charge listed as a “law enforcement vehicle camera subscription”; a staff member said the cost is for cloud storage of body- and vehicle-camera footage provided as a subscription service.
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Bill mandates annual audits of pharmacy benefit managers by the commissioner and health plans
Northern Virginia Transportation Authority, Boards and Commissions, Executive, Virginia
NVTA staff reported the application window for the FY2026–31 six‑year program closed on Aug. 1 with 27 applications from eight applicants requesting about $1.3 billion; 13 of the projects were for bicycle and pedestrian work and governing‑body resolutions are due Oct. 31.
Environmental Quality Board, Agencies, Boards, & Commissions, Executive, Minnesota
The Minnesota Environmental Quality Board voted to initiate expedited rulemaking to amend Minnesota Rule 4410 to conform with legislative changes in Minnesota Statute 216i affecting large energy infrastructure projects. The board authorized the executive director to proceed; the vote was 11 yes, 0 no, 1 abstention.
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Legislation prevents exclusion of prescription drug coverage for medically stable enrollees
Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
The Los Angeles City Council approved motions to create an online hub for Sepulveda Basin information and to require timelines and cost estimates for two splash-pad projects in the Sixth District, Councilmember Padilla said during the Sept. 17 meeting.
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Bill mandates expedited responses for coverage exemption requests from health carriers and plans
ROUND ROCK ISD, School Districts, Texas
Facilities staff summarized contracting methods the district will use for bond projects: job order contracts (JOC) for small projects, construction manager at risk (CMAR) for large projects, and competitive sealed proposals (CSP) for certain athletic work.
Lincoln Way CHSD 210, School Boards, Illinois
Curriculum staff reported progress on district literacy planning, steady dual-credit participation, growth in CTE enrollment in welding and auto, and new internship and dual-credit offerings.
Englewood Public School District, School Districts, New Jersey
Camp Connect ran at McLeod School in July, serving 210 students and reducing the wait list to zero by the third week. Organizers said registration opened in January and closed when grade‑level slots filled (application closed early April). The program collected parent and student feedback via surveys.
Michigan City, LaPorte County, Indiana
Mayor Mary Deutsch presented a condensed version of the 2026 budget, outlining pay ranges, a proposed 2% across‑the‑board raise, riverboat transfer planning, and risks tied to health‑care costs and changes to local income tax distribution beginning 2028.
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New section prohibits nonmedical switching of prescription drugs for stable patients starting 2026
Hinsdale Twp HSD 86, School Boards, Illinois
The board voted unanimously to go into closed session under the Illinois Open Meetings Act exception for personnel matters to discuss employment, compensation and performance matters.
Spanish, Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
Mayor Karen Bass announced the appointment of Steve Kang, president of the Board of Public Works, as Los Angeles' film and television liaison, citing his knowledge of city infrastructure and permitting and oversight of the city's contract with FilmLA.
Fargo , Cass County, North Dakota
A video presentation from Beyond Shelter emphasized the organization�s supportive-housing developments and residents�reports of community and stability; commissioners expressed support and interest in partnering with providers.
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Senate bill updates vehicle liability requirements for car rental lessors in Massachusetts
Englewood Public School District, School Districts, New Jersey
District staff presented ACCESS English‑language proficiency results, noting growth in some schools and a rise in entering students. The presentation called for targeted small‑group language supports, expanded ESL scheduling and professional development to move students beyond current proficiency levels.
Northern Virginia Transportation Authority, Boards and Commissions, Executive, Virginia
NVTA staff and a consultant reviewed existing funding sources and 45 potential funding strategies for the Northern Virginia bike‑and‑pedestrian network identified in a 2024 VDOT study, and plan to present recommendations in October with outreach to General Assembly committee chairs in January 2026.
Syracuse City, Onondaga County, New York
At a DPW committee meeting, city staff and LAZ Parking outlined a proposed operating contract for four municipal garages, a LAZ investment in beautification and EV chargers, security and staffing details, proposals to raise rates, and plans for a consultant-led study on long-term garage strategy.
Silver Bow County, Montana
The Finance and Budget Committee on Sept. 17 approved an expenditure list totaling $570,513.12 and noted a separate $1,114 health-department budget transfer while a commissioner asked for clarification on a $6,850 law-enforcement camera subscription and staff explained it covers cloud storage for body- and vehicle-camera footage.
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Bill restricts charter school tuition payments to 9 percent of district spending.
Englewood Public School District, School Districts, New Jersey
The Englewood Board of Education approved a consent agenda and three walk‑in resolutions, including the appointment of special legal counsel, a shared‑services resolution with the City of Englewood (amended to five hours) and a $25,000 memorandum of understanding with the Bergen Performing Arts Center for arts programming.
Fall River City, Bristol County, Massachusetts
The commission voted unanimously to allocate $8,000 to cover non-scholarship expenses for a 2026 scholarship event, deferring the actual scholarship awards for a separate allocation.
Spanish, Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
Los Angeles Police Department distributed booklets and discussed immigration policy at community outreach events, saying the department does not participate in civil immigration enforcement and that the events build trust and educate residents.
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Legislators propose act to modify charter school funding framework in Massachusetts
Environmental Quality Board, Agencies, Boards, & Commissions, Executive, Minnesota
Katie Knudson of the Minnesota Pollution Control Agency updated the Environmental Quality Board on this fall's draft Climate Action Framework, public engagement plans, new greenhouse gas modeling funded by state and federal sources, and priorities on equity and resilience.
Boston City, Suffolk County, Massachusetts
At a Sept. 18 Boston City Council Committee hearing on docket 0477, councilor Sharon Durkin and residents pressed city staff on contractor street-occupancy permits, enforcement, permit durations and impacts in dense neighborhoods; city officials gave permit counts, revenue figures, enforcement procedures and pledged follow-up data and case reviews.
Burke County, Georgia
After hearing that the sheriff's office has exhausted current-year funds, the Burke County commissioners authorized hiring a deputy on Oct. 1 contingent on available funds from a resignation, with Commissioner Kelly moving and Commissioner Lively seconding the motion.
Syracuse City, Onondaga County, New York
City staff and vendor Genoptic briefed the Syracuse City Council on the rollout of automated enforcement—speed cameras, red-light cameras and bus-stop arm cameras—covering revenue shares, data security, equipment maintenance, review and appeal procedures, and a 60-day warning period before fines are issued.
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Legislation mandates public notice and comment period before charter school renewal decisions.
Lincoln Way CHSD 210, School Boards, Illinois
District staff presented a potential community solar subscription expected to reduce electricity costs roughly 10%, and board members requested additional contract detail and peer-district experience before any approval.
Boston City, Suffolk County, Massachusetts
At a Sept. 18 hearing, the Boston City Council Committee on Planning, Development, and Transportation reviewed street-occupancy permitting, enforcement practices and resident complaints about contractors taking more curb space than permitted, and asked city staff for follow-ups and additional data.
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Bill mandates water service restoration for financially struggling residents during heat advisories
Michigan City, LaPorte County, Indiana
Council members and union representatives debated whether to rescind or revisit incentives and abatement approvals for the Project Maze data center. City attorney advised against reconsideration, saying executed agreements and third‑party reliance expose the city to legal and financial risk. Unions urged stronger commitments to local hiring.
Hinsdale Twp HSD 86, School Boards, Illinois
The board unanimously approved a field trip for the Hinsdale Central boys cross-country team to the Richards Spring Invitational in Peoria, Illinois, in September 2025.
Spanish, Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
City and housing partners opened Atlas Apartments, a 127-unit affordable supportive housing community in South Los Angeles. The Housing Authority committed 110 vouchers to the site; developers and officials described the project as part of a larger pipeline of projects coming online in 2025.
Urbana, Champaign County, Illinois
Summary of formal motions and voice votes recorded during the City of Urbana Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission meeting.
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Bill prohibits service disconnection during extreme heat for customers facing financial hardship
Redmond, King County, Washington
City News Now announced the City of Redmond will install speed safety cameras at Redmond High School, Redmond Middle School and Rose Hill Middle School this fall as part of a pilot program intended to slow speeds near schools and help fund future traffic-safety projects; the broadcast gave no policy or funding specifics.
Fargo , Cass County, North Dakota
Habitat for Humanity of the FM Area described its affordable homeownership program, income limits, application process and current barriers — notably land availability and construction volunteers — and asked local partners for donated lots and mortgage buyers to accelerate new homes.
Urbana, Champaign County, Illinois
BPAC approved a letter backing a Safe Routes to School non-infrastructure grant that would fund education, signage and programs; the letter will be signed by BPAC staff and submitted with the application.
Norwalk City, Fairfield, Connecticut
After a public hearing, the commission unanimously approved a zoning text amendment to allow a pocket park frontage in CD-4 through lots and cleared a site plan for a seven-story, 68-unit senior affordable building at 79 South Main Street; applicants must still meet standard conditions and agency requirements.
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Bill prohibits electricity shutoffs for financially struggling customers during excessive heat warnings.
Tennessee State University, Public Universities, School Districts, Tennessee
Finance committee members heard an improved tuition revenue forecast driven by higher annualized FTE, the late‑August registration purge and more timely federal loan disbursements, and were told an October revised budget will be presented in November.
Norwalk City, Fairfield, Connecticut
After an after-the-fact violation for clearing about 15,000 sq. ft., commissioners approved a conservation-backed replanting plan requiring replanting, monitoring and a bond; neighbors demanded additional sound attenuation and faster action.
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Bill aims to enact utility shutoff protections during extreme heat in Massachusetts
Urbana, Champaign County, Illinois
Park planners presented a King Park master plan emphasizing a new playground, multipurpose field, teen terrace and interpretive elements; BPAC voted to provide a letter of support for the park district's grant application.
Santa Fe Public Schools, School Districts, New Mexico
During the recorded meeting, a participant moved to convene an executive session to discuss pending litigation under NMSA and related matters involving the superintendent and settlement negotiations; the transcript records motions and a second but does not record a final vote or formal outcome.
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Bill prohibits water shutoff for customers facing financial hardship during extreme heat events
Redmond, King County, Washington
A City News Now broadcast said adult salmon are migrating to the Sammamish River, Lake Sammamish and Redmond streams and that Green Redmond will hold native-tree and shrub planting events throughout fall and winter; listeners were directed to the city calendar to sign up.
Urbana, Champaign County, Illinois
City staff and consultant described a federally funded demonstration to convert North Lincoln Avenue from four lanes to three for a temporary period; BPAC voted to express support for the demonstration and eventual permanent options.
Lincoln Way CHSD 210, School Boards, Illinois
Human resources staff told the board the district added 53 new employees this year but faces a wave of retirements in coming years; the board discussed recruitment, student-teacher pipelines and mentorship needs.
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Bill establishes equitable funding mechanisms for climate change adaptation efforts in Massachusetts
Redmond, King County, Washington
City News Now announced the annual downtown Redmond Art Walk will begin at 4 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 18; the free event will bring together local artists and businesses, and attendees were invited to meet the City Council at downtown park.
Events, Martin, School Districts, Florida
During public comment, a resident who identified himself as a former Martin County High School football coach described a recent remembrance event, praised ROTC instructor Walt Schombach and said student participation helped the community come together.
Michigan City, LaPorte County, Indiana
On Sept. 16 the council introduced an ordinance to ban smoking within 20 feet of public entrances to city buildings and another ordinance to amend the revolving loan fund to allow matching funds for a destination playground and to support the city’s contract with the EDC; both measures were opened for comment and held for later readings.
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New fund created to address climate change impacts on vulnerable communities in Massachusetts
Norwalk City, Fairfield, Connecticut
Developers presented a plan to demolish two existing structures and build two townhouse buildings (12 units) along Lois and Bishop Street; commissioners pressed on trees, sidewalks and stormwater and approved the site plan with conditions.
Gardner City, Worcester County, Massachusetts
Gardner City held a bid opening Sept. 18 for Project 2026-002, the City Hall upgrade. Four bids were read aloud; the lowest was $706,957.46 and the highest $1,074,435. The bid opening concluded; the transcript does not specify award timing or funding sources.
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Board members will be selected for expertise in justice and community issues.
Fargo , Cass County, North Dakota
A consultant for High Plains Fair Housing Center told the Human Rights Commission that the nonprofit handled dozens of fair-housing intakes in Fargo in 2025, primarily involving disability accommodations, and encouraged the commission to take an active role in preventing discrimination.
Norwalk City, Fairfield, Connecticut
Planning commissioners voted to approve a temporary construction easement allowing the city to pursue grant funds to build a sidewalk along Connecticut Avenue near the recently approved Costco site; one commissioner registered an abstention.
Lacey, Thurston County, Washington
Two local veterans described a five-week, cross-country tour of Black historical sites that used Amtrak rail travel and visits to museums, memorials and community sites; presenters urged audience members to study history and build cross-racial friendships.
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Bill supports man-made carbon capture methods for long-term greenhouse gas storage
Tennessee State University, Public Universities, School Districts, Tennessee
Administrators told trustees that an intensive late‑August registration purge, rapid scholarship matching and a new Slate admissions system preserved enrollments, generated cash and improved predictability for fall operations.
Redmond, King County, Washington
Brooke Lundquist, Redmond's mental health professional, introduced Raider, a facility dog who trained for two and a half years and works with staff to provide comfort and resources to first responders; the item was informational with no formal action reported.
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Board allocates funds to benefit environmental justice populations and support local job creation
Governor's Cabinet: Rep. DeSantis, Executive , Florida
Gov. Ron DeSantis and state officials unveiled a statue of Benjamin Franklin in Franklin County on Constitution Day and used the event to describe Florida’s America250 plans and statewide civics initiatives, including a teacher course and a $60 million teacher bonus program.
ROUND ROCK ISD, School Districts, Texas
Trustees voted 7–0 to set the 2025 total tax rate at $0.8931 per $100 of valuation (M&O $0.7101; I&S $0.1830), approved a motion that the adopted rate represents an effective tax-rate increase under the no-new-revenue calculation, authorized a tax and revenue anticipation note, and confirmed two appraisal-district nominees.
Lincoln Way CHSD 210, School Boards, Illinois
The Lincoln Way Community High School District 210 board unanimously adopted its fiscal year 2026 budget after a public budget hearing. Officials said a planned, nonrecurring operating deficit reflects partial payment timing for recently purchased buses and financing choices, while the district will maintain a roughly 34% operating fund balance.
Odessa, Ector County, Texas
The Odessa City Council adopted a property tax rate of 0.4707 per $100 valuation for the 2025 tax year after a public hearing where residents urged delaying increases until the city’s most recent audit is filed under newly enacted state law.
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Legislation creates a board to regulate hoisting machinery licenses in Massachusetts.
Northern Virginia Transportation Authority, Boards and Commissions, Executive, Virginia
NVTA staff presented draft strategies that implement the authority’s four adopted goals — regional leadership, project delivery, data analytics, and revenue diversification — and said the authority could consider final adoption in November 2025 with metrics to be reported annually.
Cedar Rapids, Linn County, Iowa
The Board of Adjustment approved a major design exception allowing a covered front porch at 1742 Hillside Drive Northwest, reducing the required front-yard setback from 17 feet to 13.25 feet.
Gardner City, Worcester County, Massachusetts
Board members were encouraged to sign up for a zoning training session at Greenfield Community College on Oct. 4; the board confirmed no vote was required for a recent Emerald Street site visit.
Lake County, Ohio
County Auditor updated the Board of Commissioners on a state working group studying property tax reform; commissioners discussed school-district consolidation, levy approval changes and limits of local authority. No formal county action was taken.
Fall River City, Bristol County, Massachusetts
The Fall River Commission on Disability unanimously reelected Dennis Paulselli as chair and named Deborah Pacheco vice chair and Lisa Silva clerk during its Sept. 17 meeting.
Michigan City, LaPorte County, Indiana
Several residents urged the council to address a recent rise in shootings and plea-deal practices that they say keep suspects on the street; speakers called for resolutions urging higher bonds and stiffer judicial responses.
Fort Myers Beach, Lee County, Florida
Town staff outlined proposed cuts that would trim about $500,000 from Bay Oaks’ budget and eliminate an athletics coordinator and several rec aides. Town and staff said pool design funding is secured through CDBG but the county/HUD reimbursement process and limited contractor bids are slowing work.
CHSD 218, School Boards, Illinois
At its Sept. 18 meeting, the Community High School District 218 Board of Education approved a request to solicit bids for an addition to Richards High School’s gymnasium and adopted a commendation for student filmmaker Grace Tresch after her work was accepted at an All American High School Film Festival in New York.
Hinsdale Twp HSD 86, School Boards, Illinois
The board supported hiring a data consultant to clean and standardize District 86’s course and student information data, with an expected contract in the $24,000–$30,000 range (project cap discussed at $40,000) and an anticipated start in mid-October.
Fargo , Cass County, North Dakota
Fargo Housing and Redevelopment Authority told the Human Rights Commission that rising market rents and flat federal funding have pushed spending on Housing Choice Vouchers above 100% of appropriations, forcing the agency to consider pausing issuance of new vouchers to avoid cutting current recipients.
El Segundo City, Los Angeles County, California
After public feedback on concert sightlines and park use, commissioners voted to follow staff recommendation and leave the Library Park tree cut site unplanted for now; staff said they could add a replacement tree at another park location if desired.
Gardner City, Worcester County, Massachusetts
The Gardner Zoning Board of Appeals voted to deny applications from a prospective buyer to alter 63 Walnut Street after the property owner withdrew authorization. The board left the underlying special permit held by the owner in place.
Tennessee State University, Public Universities, School Districts, Tennessee
The Student and Academic Affairs Committee recommended 25 tenure or promotion actions to the full board and approved a revised post-tenure review policy that triggers reviews for cause rather than automatic periodic reviews. Trustees asked for clarity on faculty development, metrics and how the policy would align if state law changes.
El Segundo City, Los Angeles County, California
Design team presented updated teen‑center plaza and skate‑park schematics and cost options; commissioners urged staff to reconsider a seat wall adjacent to the basketball baseline, reviewed lighting alternatives and discussed decorative finish add‑alternates for a skate feature.
Lincoln Way CHSD 210, School Boards, Illinois
District staff presented a community solar offering that a broker projects could reduce electricity costs by roughly 10 percent; board members asked for more detail, attorney review and examples from other districts before any action.
El Segundo City, Los Angeles County, California
Department staff told commissioners the aquatic center was closed July 1–Aug. 31 for heater and liner work while programming shifted to Hilltop; staff certified lifeguards, hired new guards, and reported combined summer registration revenue and participation totals for camps and classes.
Burke County, Georgia
The Burke County commissioners voted to adopt the fiscal year 2026 budget; county presenters reported year-to-year reductions in total spending from 2023 through 2026.
Port Richey City, Pasco County, Florida
The City Council of the City of Port Richey adopted a 6.29-mill property tax rate and approved a $33,864,372 operating budget for fiscal year 2025-26, each by unanimous vote at the meeting. The millage is slightly below the rollback rate; the budget covers multiple city funds and runs Oct. 1, 2025–Sept. 30, 2026.
Cedar Rapids, Linn County, Iowa
The Board of Adjustment approved a conditional use allowing auto vehicle sales at 1600 Sixth Street SW in a traditional mixed-use center district, with staff recommending conditions to keep activity within the existing parking area and to require enclosed storage for dumpsters/materials.
Governor's Cabinet: Rep. DeSantis, Executive , Florida
At a Governor's Cabinet event, Rep. DeSantis, governor of Florida and former U.S. representative, honored military service, referenced the nation's upcoming 250th anniversary and said Florida's in-state university tuition is about $6,300 a year and has not been raised during his tenure as governor.
El Segundo City, Los Angeles County, California
Representatives of Beach Cities Alpha told the Recreation and Parks Commission they were blindsided by proposed user‑group allocation language in a cost‑recovery presentation and asked staff and council to delay changes until rosters, residency counts and impacts are vetted.
Michigan City, LaPorte County, Indiana
The Common Council approved a seven-year real property tax abatement for Holiday Properties' planned 54,000-square-foot speculative flex-industrial building, with a 7–1 vote; proponents said the development will bring investment and jobs, while at least one resident urged smaller abatements.
ROUND ROCK ISD, School Districts, Texas
District library staff described a new workflow under Texas' Senate Bill 13: librarians will compile purchase/donation lists, the district will post proposed lists for 30 days for public comment, and the board must approve posted lists before libraries may add the materials.
Department of Motor Vehicles (TXDMV), Departments and Agencies, Executive, Texas
On Sept. 18 the Texas Department of Motor Vehicles board approved a package of rule readoptions and amendments implementing recent legislative changes and clarifying dealer, registration and adjudicative procedures, including a narrowed fingerprinting requirement for some motor-vehicle business licensing and new rules tied to automated vehicles.
Lakeland City, Polk County, Florida
The Lakeland City Commission adopted the fiscal year 2026 budget and the corresponding millage ordinance on unanimous roll-call votes, keeping the millage at 5.4323 mils. The commission also reviewed reserves, departmental staffing changes and heard a public question about library and cemetery funding.
North Port, Sarasota County, Florida
Staff described an aquatic 'milestone' program for children ages 6 months to 4 that teaches floating as a survival skill; Northport Rotary sponsored a trainer from Nebraska and covers program progression and graduation exercises.
Fargo , Cass County, North Dakota
A commission member said the Human Rights Commission is supporting a planned peaceful march on Oct. 11 to condemn recent shootings and community violence and invited residents to gather at Island Park and walk to City Hall.
Kent City Council, Kent City, Portage County, Ohio
After residents and councilors raised concerns about repeat parking violators, Kent council voted Sept. 17 to send parking enforcement and possible escalation measures to committee for staff and enforcement briefings.
Department of Motor Vehicles (TXDMV), Departments and Agencies, Executive, Texas
At the Texas DMV board meeting Sept. 18, Motor Vehicle Crime Prevention Authority Chair Chief Miguel "Mike" Rodriguez described a growth in grant awards, new technology and expanded training that he said contributed to reductions in catalytic-converter thefts and other motor-vehicle crimes. He asked the board to support funding analysts to deliver
Manchester Planning & Zoning Board, Manchester, Hillsborough County, New Hampshire
At its Sept. 18 meeting the Manchester Planning & Zoning Board approved amendments and subdivision applications for multiple properties across the city, removed two drainage-related conditions from a Wellington Hill proposal, added a sight-line condition, and continued two public hearings to Oct. 2 at the applicant's request.
North Port, Sarasota County, Florida
North Port — The City Commission of North Port on Thursday, Sept. 18, 2025, adopted the city’s fiscal year 2025–26 millage rate and approved the non‑district budget while failing to authorize two separate ordinances that would have elevated the communications and information technology divisions to full departments.
Lincoln Way CHSD 210, School Boards, Illinois
Curriculum staff reported a district literacy planning effort funded by an ISBE grant, steady dual credit enrollment with one course losing dual‑credit status, growth in CTE programs and a district college fair planned for Sept. 24 with more than 140 colleges registered.
Milford City, New Haven County, Connecticut
The Milford Inland Wetlands Commission took no action Sept. 17 on an application to raise and rebuild a house at 1 Bayshore Drive, citing late plan submissions and the need for clearer construction sequencing, wall‑stabilization details and a documented method to remove a silt/dirt bag without impacting wetlands.
Chattanooga City, Hamilton County, Tennessee
At a brief meeting, the Chattanooga Beer Board voted to send a Smart Music Project Cheese and Beer Festival permit back to regulatory for zoning clarification and approved minutes from Sept. 4; the board noted a WTCI PBS beer event had already been approved by regulatory.
Palm Bay, Brevard County, Florida
Summary of formal votes taken by Palm Bay City Council during the Sept. 18, 2025 meeting, including continuances, easement vacations, annexation, budget amendment, land-use and zoning items, and a procurement tabling action.
Judge David D. Wolfe State of Tennessee, Judicial, Tennessee
After a two-day hearing, Judge David D. Wolfe issued a temporary order keeping the couple's three younger children in the marital home, designating the mother as primary residential parent and preserving the existing weekday/weekend schedule while child support and shared household payments are calculated.
Surprise, Maricopa County, Arizona
The Surprise Planning and Zoning Commission voted 6-0 on Sept. 18 to recommend a zoning text amendment to update Surprise Municipal Code language for home occupations (case FS250655), intended to correct scrivener's errors and prepare for a future Desert Rural Overlay update.
Palm Bay, Brevard County, Florida
City staff proposed reissuing a request-for-applications (RFA) for operation of the Evans Center using an expedited timetable. Applicants and nonprofit representatives raised protests about the prior award and the procurement process; council voted to table the matter and allow a procurement review.
Anacortes, Skagit County, Washington
Staff recommended retaining existing guest-parking standards for middle housing (duplexes/triplexes) and proposed an exemption from minimum off-street parking for affordable housing in the Central Business District to support development feasibility. Commissioners discussed state requirements on residential parking (tandem parking,
Anacortes, Skagit County, Washington
Staff told the commission the city must add co-living (cohousing) as a housing type in certain multifamily zones per state guidance, and that the existing local term "rooming house" overlaps with the new state-required category; staff will examine whether the historic rooming-house definition remains compatible with state law and
Palm Bay, Brevard County, Florida
Palm Bay City Council voted unanimously to annex a nearly 33‑acre parcel adjacent to the St. John’s Heritage Parkway interchange, clearing the way for a 4 Star subdivision that will extend Mira Loma Boulevard and connect to city water and sewer.
Green Bay, Brown County, Wisconsin
At the Sept. 17 meeting the Green Bay Police and Fire Commission received informational documents on the lieutenant and sergeant promotional processes; commissioners noted no changes from prior versions and placed the materials on file.
Anacortes, Skagit County, Washington
Commissioners reviewed proposals to permit limited retail up to 6,000 square feet on the ground floor in a specific Marine Mixed Use (MS) block on Commercial Avenue, and to apply storefront-block frontage rules that would allow 0-foot setbacks. Staff said the change would aim to preserve the block’s pedestrian
Mount Vernon, Westchester County, New York
At a meeting of the Mount Vernon Charter Review Commission, members reviewed a draft five‑page policies and procedures document intended to guide how the commission conducts meetings and prepares a final report, and discussed a package of subcommittee recommendations the commission will forward to the mayor and city council for consideration.
Palm Bay, Brevard County, Florida
A planned march to 'honor Charlie Kirk and victims of left-wing violence' prompted a full agenda item and a large public comment session; residents and community leaders offered sharply conflicting views and council urged civility but did not take formal enforcement action.
San Luis, Yuma County, Arizona
The council approved budgeted funds not to exceed $54,645 for annual firefighter physicals with 1582 LLC; Chief Angel Ramirez said the company provided last year's exams and that 100% of firefighters will participate.
Anacortes, Skagit County, Washington
Commissioners and staff weighed requests to permit indoor recreation (gyms, dance studios, trampoline parks, adult concessions and similar uses) in light-manufacturing (LM1) and industrial zones. Staff said many such uses already fit within the broad "indoor recreation" category; commissioners recommended limiting some activities by making them
Moses Lake School District, School Districts, Washington
The Moses Lake School District board adopted revisions to policy 5400 on Sept. 18 to formalize practices around unpaid leave and related procedures, including guidance for chaperones and coaching stipends; board members said the changes stem from recent audit recommendations.
Palm Bay, Brevard County, Florida
After hours of public comment, Palm Bay City Council approved a small-scale comprehensive-plan amendment to change a 2.8-acre parcel owned by CenterPointe Church from public/semi-public to low-density residential, but denied a separate request to rezone an adjoining 10-acre parcel from rural residential to single-family RS-2.
California Public Employees Retirement System, Agencies under Office of the Governor, Executive, California
In an online presentation, CalPERS staffer Raquel Lozano demonstrated how retired members, beneficiaries and survivors can register for and use the myCalPERS online account to view payments, health coverage, beneficiaries and secure messages.
Hinsdale Twp HSD 86, School Boards, Illinois
Board of Education members agreed to move forward with design-phase work and an RFQ for architectural and engineering services to renovate the Bouchard Center at Hinsdale Central, a project funded largely by private donations and supported by a community fundraising group.
Anacortes, Skagit County, Washington
Planning staff said state law narrows municipal discretion on childcare permitting, but that existing code already allows employer-run childcare as an accessory use in industrial zones.
Jupiter, Palm Beach County, Florida
The fire chief told the council Jupiter Fire Rescue remains on schedule and on budget; stations will top out in October 2025 and the department expects to be fully operational by September 2026. The council also approved an ordinance removing town properties from the county fire MSTU beginning Oct. 1, 2026.
Legislative, North Dakota
DEQ and the Public Finance Authority told the committee the Clean Water State Revolving Fund uses bond leverage, federal capitalization grants and loan repayments to finance wastewater and related projects and that loan forgiveness is available but limited by federal caps.
St. Charles County, Missouri
The Planning and Zoning Commission on Sept. 17 recommended denial of a rezoning request (RZ25-11) to rezone 6.5 acres at 263 East Highway N from agricultural to C-2 general commercial; the applicant did not attend and staff cited master-plan, utility and speculative-transportation alignment concerns.
Anacortes, Skagit County, Washington
The Anacortes Planning Commission continued public testimony on the 2025–2045 comprehensive plan and set a Sept. 24 closing date for that hearing, while staff confirmed a SEPA determination of nonsignificance was issued Sept. 10 and that development-regulation amendments are posted for comment through Oct. 22.
ROUND ROCK ISD, School Districts, Texas
District leaders told trustees that Round Rock ISD’s 2025 TEA accountability composite is 87, highlighted school-level gains and described targeted staffing, mentoring and curriculum work for campuses rated D or F under the new STAAR 2 system.
Jupiter, Palm Beach County, Florida
The Town of Jupiter on Sept. 18 approved the FY 2026 operating budget and set the millage at 2.3894, advancing a multi-year capital improvements plan and signaling council support for a $1.5 million athletic-field turf option funded within the adopted plan.
Green Bay, Brown County, Wisconsin
At its Sept. 17 special meeting the Green Bay Police and Fire Commission held closed‑session background reviews and interviews for patrol officer candidates, reporting that six candidate backgrounds were reviewed, three candidates withdrew, and three candidates were continued in the hiring process.
Surprise, Maricopa County, Arizona
The Surprise Planning and Zoning Commission voted 6-0 on Sept. 18 to approve a conditional use permit and site plan for a Valvoline oil-change facility at the northwest corner of Pat Tillman Boulevard and 160 Third Avenue (case FS250143), subject to stipulations A–E.
Burke County, Georgia
The Burke County Board of Commissioners authorized hiring a deputy sheriff effective Oct. 1, contingent on funds becoming available after a resignation. County staff said the sheriff's office has exhausted its FY2025 budget and the hire cannot be added to payroll until the new fiscal year.
Lake County, Ohio
Lake County's GIS staff won three statewide awards at the Ohio GIS engineers conference in Columbus for land-use mapping, an educational personal project and an interactive Western Reserve story map.
Moses Lake School District, School Districts, Washington
The Moses Lake School District Board of Directors approved the consent agenda on Thursday, Sept. 18, which includes consideration of an interlocal transfer agreement for a surplus City of Moses Lake reserve fire engine to be used by the district’s fire science program.
Legislative Sessions, Washington
Property managers, landlords and eviction attorneys told senators that changes since 2018 have made eviction timelines longer and filing practices inconsistent; they proposed procedural changes intended to reduce unpaid rent accrual and improve safety on properties.
St John Town, Lake County, Indiana
The Planning Commission approved a two‑story Wintrust Bank site plan for Lot 1 at 9301 Wicker Avenue; petitioner adjusted access after INDOT refused a driveway to US‑41 and supplied required engineering materials.
Lake County, Ohio
At the Sept. 18, 2025 Lake County Board of Commissioners meeting the board approved multiple department resolutions, contracts, payments and appropriation transfers and then voted to adjourn into executive session for imminent litigation.
St. Charles County, Missouri
The Planning and Zoning Commission voted Sept. 17 to recommend approval of a renewed conditional use permit for outdoor storage of RVs, trailers and boats at 5055 Highway 94 North, subject to staff conditions addressing buffers, fencing, access and stormwater.
SOCORRO ISD, School Districts, Texas
District bilingual education staff presented TELPAS results showing higher exit numbers and growth across grade levels — the district exited roughly 1,443 emergent bilingual students (about 10% of EB population) in the most recent year and reported year-over-year gains in proficiency by campus level.
Kent City Council, Kent City, Portage County, Ohio
Council voted Sept. 17 to move committee meetings to a 6 p.m. start time after members raised concerns that long meetings compress discussion of later agenda items.
San Luis, Yuma County, Arizona
City Engineer Tomas Sanchez presented a contract with Consultant Engineering, Inc. for $106,660 to develop a five‑year capital improvement program and supporting procedures; council approved the contract.
Christian County, Missouri
The county’s employee services director reviewed the existing county vehicle policy and laid out procedures for approved drivers, annual motor vehicle checks, insurance documentation for mileage reimbursement and a shared Outlook reservation calendar; commissioners did not vote on changes.
San Luis, Yuma County, Arizona
San Luis approved budgeted funds not to exceed $55,000 to pay for optional annual medical evaluations for police staff; participation is voluntary and the department will allocate spots on a first-come, first-served basis.
Clallam County, Washington
Committee members reported the board of commissioners voted in June to ask voters for a levy lid lift that would give the county authority to levy more property tax; proponents said revenue would help stabilize services such as parks.
Moses Lake School District, School Districts, Washington
Educators, school nurses and the teachers' union told the Moses Lake School District board on Sept. 18 that shortened elementary days and cuts to music, library and physical education have harmed students—especially those receiving special education services—and asked the board to immediately restore those programs.
Kent City Council, Kent City, Portage County, Ohio
Councilors asked the city manager to draft options for an orientation and strategic-planning refresh for the incoming council, citing value in prior trainings and recommending a combination of external orientation and an in-house strategic-visioning session.
Legislative, North Dakota
The Department of Water Resources reported a rapid expansion of automated data collection, updates on major regional water projects, limits on Devil's Lake outlet operation because of sulfate levels, and cash‑management changes intended to stretch resources amid a multibillion‑dollar project inventory.
UNITED ISD, School Districts, Texas
After closed-session discussion, the United ISD board authorized district counsel to proceed regarding a lawsuit by Potential Holdings LLC challenging school-plats and related right-of-way matters; the authorization followed closed-session review under Texas Government Code sections listed in the record.
Kittitas County, Washington
Public health staff described a multi-year indoor air quality program that has distributed hundreds of air purifiers and DIY box-fan filters to vulnerable residents; partnerships with state and local organizations aided distribution this year.
San Luis, Yuma County, Arizona
San Luis City Council approved a list of poll workers and designated the Yuma County Library San Luis branch and the San Luis Medical Mall as vote centers for the Nov. 4, 2025 special election, citing Arizona statute on appointments.
Kittitas County, Washington
A joint public hearing of the Kittitas County Board of Health and Board of County Commissioners approved resolutions adopting an amended 2025 public health fee schedule that adds passport acceptance fees; no public testimony was offered at the hearing.
Christian County, Missouri
The Christian County Soil and Water Conservation District requested a $10,000 FY26 contribution from the Christian County Commission to maintain no‑till drills, cover repairs and fund outreach and limited staff offsets; the commission approved the request by voice vote.
St John Town, Lake County, Indiana
The Plan Commission approved the site plan for Lot 3 in the Gates of St. John development Sept. 17, 2025, after the applicant addressed engineering and landscape comments and asked the commission to defer action on Lot 1.
Clallam County, Washington
Committee members said WSDOT has a NOAA-funded coastal resilience study focused on Highway 112 that will evaluate potential back-route connections to reduce isolation risk from landslides and storms.
Henry County, Kentucky
A resident told fiscal court Rumpke's mandatory curbside contract forces many households to pay about $80 every three months, urged consideration of community dumpsters or alternate pickup frequencies, and asked how many companies bid the contract.
Kent City Council, Kent City, Portage County, Ohio
Councilor Robin asked the council to examine chronic parking violations and enforcement tools; council voted to send the issue to committee to hear from parking enforcement staff and consider escalating penalties or nuisance-abatement measures.
Legislative Sessions, Washington
The Criminal Justice Training Commission explained which officers must hold state certification, how certification differs from agency commission, and rules for lapses and reentry to service.
Legislative, North Dakota
Committee staff and the Bank of North Dakota reviewed the web of funding sources for water projects — from the Resources Trust Fund and new cash‑management tools to multiple loan funds administered by the Bank of North Dakota and federal state revolving funds — and flagged a multibillion‑dollar gap between known needs and likely revenues.
Burke County, Georgia
The Burke County Board of Commissioners voted to adopt the county's fiscal year 2026 budget, which commissioners said reduces overall spending to about $95 million after several years of higher totals. The vote followed public comment thanking staff for work on the budget.
UNITED ISD, School Districts, Texas
A trustee questioned timing and details of monthly disbursement reports and suggested a sub-motion to give the superintendent prior-authority for event spending; the superintendent and staff said the authority and reporting are already in place and consent items were approved.
St John Town, Lake County, Indiana
The commission approved the site plan for Lot 3 in the Gates of Saint John and deferred action on Lot 1 to allow further submissions; applicant addressed staff and engineer review items.
Kittitas County, Washington
Kittitas County health officer Mark Larson reviewed evolving national vaccine guidance, concerns about public trust in federal advisory bodies, COVID vaccine availability and local clinic plans, and encouraged appropriate masking and preparations for respiratory season.
Kent City Council, Kent City, Portage County, Ohio
Kent council voted Sept. 17 to remove the October deadline for deciding on Flock Security cameras, keeping the issue on the pending list while members cited new lawsuits and privacy concerns tied to the company's national network.
SOCORRO ISD, School Districts, Texas
State-appointed conservators reported progress toward exit criteria, highlighted improvements in governance and budget planning, and urged the district to implement measurable customer-service metrics and maintain fiscal discipline if additional tax revenue is approved.
Legislative Sessions, Washington
Telecom and utility representatives told the committee that theft of copper and damage to fiber and power infrastructure is rising, causing multi-county outages, threats to 911 and health-monitoring systems, and urged tighter scrap-yard controls, tougher penalties and better industry practices.
Clallam County, Washington
Committee members reported that Riverside (a Canadian company) is negotiating a lease for the Forks Industrial Park and county economic development boards have recommended funding site improvements; the project could create 30–100 jobs depending on build-out.
UNITED ISD, School Districts, Texas
The board approved the appointment of Hector Garcia as principal at Quadris Lincoln Elementary School following a recommendation and voice vote.
Kittitas County, Washington
Kittitas County Public Health presented a preliminary 2026 budget that reflects the addition of a human services division and proposed environmental health fee changes under a full-cost-recovery model; the board agreed to schedule a joint BOCC/BOH public hearing for Dec. 18 to consider adoption of the 2026 fee schedule.
Henry County, Kentucky
Magistrates reported a zoning change approved by planning and zoning to allow a proposed 92‑lot subdivision on a 145‑acre property; officials said the county needs to update its comprehensive land‑use map before similar developments proceed.
San Luis, Yuma County, Arizona
The City Council approved Change Order No. 10 for $12,609 to MGC Contractors Inc. for small scope additions on the city's new well and treatment unit project; funding transfer from another water project was authorized.
Kent City Council, Kent City, Portage County, Ohio
Two residents and a retired architect urged Kent council Sept. 17 to pursue smaller-scale, ownership-focused redevelopment of the Old Davie Bridal and nearby properties and to restore public access to the Architectural Review Board process.
St John Town, Lake County, Indiana
The Plan Commission approved the Park West primary plat 6–1 on condition the developer installs a left‑turn lane on Calumet Avenue; the hearing included multiple resident concerns about traffic, notification, and turnarounds at Black Opal Lane.
Henry County, Kentucky
Road superintendent reported completed paving on three roads, ongoing base repairs, planned short-term closure on Radcliffe Road for tree cutting and bushwhacker work, and said staff will pursue a safety grant covering 80% of equipment‑safety costs.