What happened on Saturday, 22 November 2025
Buncombe County, North Carolina
The board voted to enter a closed session to consult attorneys on legal standards for evaluating prospective board members, citing authority under North Carolina law; the meeting will reconvene afterward and no formal action is planned while in closed session.
St. Mary's County, Maryland
The Planning Commission reviewed the Housing Framework and Analysis element, debating notification tactics for projects, sidewalk and walkability audits, mixed-use design guidelines, and potential incentives to encourage 'missing middle' and enhanced-design housing types. Commissioners asked for cross-references with health and aging sections.
Municipal Court of Providence, Providence County, Rhode Island
In a televised "Top 5" docket, the Municipal Court of Providence dismissed or reduced multiple traffic and parking citations after defendants cited medical emergencies, veteran service, and caregiving responsibilities; the judge also used donated funds to pay one defendant's fines.
Lycoming County, Pennsylvania
Election staff in Lycoming County conducted state-required random drawings to break tie votes in dozens of local contests, declaring winners for municipal, township and school board seats and explaining acceptance deadlines and procedures.
Lowell City, Middlesex County, Massachusetts
The Lowell Elections Commission began a hand recount of District 3 ballots, explained protest procedures and voter-intent rules, set observer limits and agreed to use a 'graph' tally method while reserving absentee adjudication for later in the evening.
Buncombe County, North Carolina
Staff described CPACE as a property‑attached commercial financing tool; after questions about scope and likely initial uptake, the committee moved to recommend a resolution of intent and a CPACE participation resolution to the full board and recorded a voice 'aye' vote.
Buncombe County, North Carolina
Community health members urged caution about relying solely on the CDC website after reported problematic content; board members said they would direct the public to state and professional resources while the county manages pertussis and varicella outbreaks.
City of Temecula and Pechanga tribal leaders marked the 2025 Pechanga Poweska Mountain Day with remarks recalling the 2012 settlement that returned the mountain to tribal stewardship, a proclamation reaffirming Nov. 15 as a local holiday, and an introduction to two documentary films about the mountain and its history.
Newport Beach City, Orange County, California
An ad hoc committee reviewed a single proposal from developer Burnham Ward to redevelop Lower Castaways and staff alternatives that would be city-built (options A and B). Committee members and residents debated commercialization, parking, seawall costs and historic access and instructed staff to return with refined pad-based concepts in mid-January.
St. Mary's County, Maryland
During the work session, emergency-services and sheriff's office staff told the Planning Commission they track response times and that national benchmarks for fire/EMS response are around eight minutes; commissioners discussed volunteer recruitment, recent county volunteer incentives and the need for water-supply tanks and technology investments to support countywide public-safety coverage.
Buncombe County, North Carolina
A county‑funded study presented to the committee found that converting Mountain Mobility’s small paratransit/cutaway fleet entirely to zero‑emission vehicles would require nearly a 300% fleet increase and roughly $64 million in added capital, and that existing leased Riverside facilities lack power and maintenance space for such a transition.
Lawrence County, Pennsylvania
Tim Germani told the Lawrence County Board of Elections that all ballots (including provisionals and military ballots) were counted and that turnout exceeded expectations; he and board members warned voters that mail-in ballots must be physically received by 8 p.m. on election night and urged earlier mailing or in-person delivery.
Health, Human Services and Elderly Affairs, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
Lori Weaver, commissioner of Health and Human Services, told the oversight committee the department submitted its rural health transformation grant on Nov. 4, posted a public summary of proposals drawn from statewide engagement, and expects CMS to question and negotiate budgets ahead of a Dec. 31 decision.
Board of Supervisors of Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College Board of Supervisors of Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College, Boards & Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Louisiana
The Board of Supervisors of Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College voted to authorize the president, in consultation with general counsel, to review and — if appropriate — send Brian Kelly written notice of termination under his employment agreement; the action followed a closed-session deliberation and was approved by voice vote.
St. Mary's County, Maryland
At a Nov. 21 work session, St. Mary's County planners and commissioners reviewed the draft Public Health & Community Services element of Comprehensive Plan 2050, discussing aging demographics, behavioral health responsibilities, recruitment barriers for clinicians, and edits to remove prescriptive language such as 'guarantee' in favor of collaborative, implementable actions.
Lawrence County, Pennsylvania
Following complaints from the League of Women Voters and local residents, the Lawrence County Board of Elections voted to forward two matters — a postcard marked "l w v" and undisclosed handouts distributed in New Wilmington borough — to the Lawrence County District Attorney for investigation. Public commenters said the materials likely influenced voters.
PRINCE WILLIAM CO PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
Superintendent Latanya McDade presented the Vision 2025 closeout on Nov. 18, reporting declines in chronic absenteeism (23.1% to 16.4%), a 10-point drop in English-learner dropout rate, a 94.8% graduation rate, expanded CTE credentials and $492 million in reported scholarships over the four-year plan.
Education, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
Lawmakers and DOE staff reviewed special-education cost drivers — transportation, contracted services, rate-setting and data limitations — and considered a proposed bill (LSR) that would lower the catastrophic-aid threshold; DOE modeled current-year effects and estimated a roughly $4 million shift from state to local under a $60,000 local-first scenario for existing submitted students.
Education, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
A legislative commission heard that New Hampshire’s Expanded Educational Freedom Accounts (EFA) allow students to qualify for differentiated aid either through school-district IEP documentation or a medical certification (MCD). Members raised concerns about weaker oversight for MCD-based identification and data gaps showing roughly 890 students receive differentiated aid, with about 240 documented through districts and 600+ via MCDs.
Buncombe County, North Carolina
County staff said the state provided $200,000 designated after Hurricane Helene for essential services supporting families involved in child or adult protective services; $150,000 of that will go directly to rent, utilities, transportation and food.
Buncombe County, North Carolina
County staff identified 55 multi‑parcel slides after recent storms, said 25 meet FEMA screening for A&E (architectural/engineering) work, and described a pilot model where North Carolina Emergency Management will advance 75% of A&E costs while the county procures vendors for grouped RFQs.
Buncombe County, North Carolina
County staff told the Health & Human Services Board that USDA-funded programs including SNAP and WIC are funded through Sept. 30, 2026, and described a county-led food drive that collected 14,500 pounds of food—about 11,830 meals—to bridge disruptions from a recent federal shutdown.
Lawrence County, Pennsylvania
The three-member Lawrence County Board of Elections voted Nov. 21 to certify the county'wide results of the Nov. general election while explicitly excluding the Hickory Township supervisor contest; the omission follows a solicitor recommendation and a judge'issued stay of certification. (Certification vote: unanimous.)
McCall, Valley County, Idaho
Council and staff reviewed code amendments to remove area-of-impact references, tighten planning commission residency rules, align hotel and daycare language with state standards, prohibit private boat ramps in the shoreline zone and consider limits on self-storage/warehousing in city limits; staff will produce ordinance redlines for public hearings.
San Diego City, San Diego County, California
San Diego held a ceremony for National Adoption Month announcing 39 finalized adoptions. Parents and family members spoke about paperwork completion, a child spending 631 days in foster care, and the emotional significance of the adoptions.
PRINCE WILLIAM CO PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
Administrators presented four calendar options and survey results from more than 12,000 respondents; staff also provided an informational review of teacher contract lengths and regional comparisons, noting PWCS teachers currently work a seven-hour day while most Virginia divisions use 7.5 hours.
McCall, Valley County, Idaho
City staff and Boise-based LEAP Housing outlined two potential projects on city-owned land — a 30-unit LIHTC downtown infill and a ~16-unit Flynn Lane homeownership development — and council members signaled support for staff to explore feasibility and funding, including LIHTC applications.
Wisconsin Arts Board, State Agencies, Executive, Wisconsin
An advisory panel for the Wisconsin Arts Board reviewed 11 Creation & Presentation grant applications, praising several programs while flagging that none of the applicants completed the new accessibility self‑assessment required for state‑funded organizations. Panel recommendations will go to the full board for a December vote.
Governor's Cabinet: Rep. DeSantis, Executive , Florida
Richard Wiggins, co‑owner of Bayside Craft Kitchen, told the governor the visible cleanup after storms hides long, multiyear economic and emotional recovery for employees and families; he urged attention to the people's side of disaster relief.
Keene, Johnson County, Texas
The commission directed staff to draft an amendment to Ordinance 2023-665 (Sunset Ridge PD) to clarify allowable masonry products and set a public hearing for Dec. 8 at 6 p.m.; staff cited a 2018 state change and the International Building Code in the discussion.
Wilson County, Tennessee
Several ADU and accessory-structure requests prompted extended discussion about septic capacity, stormwater and whether the county should set size or lot-size limits. The board approved one ADU setback but denied another ADU size increase, and required stormwater checks for an approved ADU.
Keene, Johnson County, Texas
The commission approved the final plat for Phase 2 of The Canyons development at 303 Wayland Street, noting the developer split previously approved phases, removed an outdated water line easement, and left lot sizes and utility easements unchanged.
Keene, Johnson County, Texas
The commission voted to set a public hearing Dec. 8 to consider an amendment to Ordinance 2023-665 (Sunset Ridge) that would clarify which products qualify as 'masonry' after a 2018 state change deferring material acceptability to the International Building Code.
Keene, Johnson County, Texas
The Keene Planning and Zoning Commission voted to recommend Carter Schwartz (as alternate) and Stephanie Flannery to the City Council to fill two vacancies on the commission; the council may consider the recommendation on Dec. 4 or the commission will revisit it Dec. 8.
Wilson County, Tennessee
The Wilson County Board of Zoning Appeals approved several variances, denied others, and extended one seasonal use; this roundup lists case outcomes, motions and conditions so residents can see how the board ruled on routine and contested land‑use requests.
Keene, Johnson County, Texas
The Planning and Zoning Commission approved the final plat for Phase 2 of The Canyons (303 Wayland Street). Staff said the owner reconfigured phases after purchase, abandoned a relocated water line and made minor cleanups; engineering, staff and legal reviews are complete.
Governor's Cabinet: Rep. DeSantis, Executive , Florida
Harvest Singularity's CEO said the company will build two 325,000 sq ft controlled‑environment hydroponic greenhouses at Newberry's F300 AgTech Park (about $66M each, $132M total in Newberry) and plans $660M in statewide investment over 5–7 years, with workforce and education partnerships.
PRINCE WILLIAM CO PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
Multiple public commenters urged the Prince William County School Board to pause proposals to extend the certified teacher workday from seven to 7.5 hours without compensation or bargaining input, citing childcare, second jobs, athletics conflicts and teacher morale.
McCall, Valley County, Idaho
Staff presented draft zoning-code amendments that remove area-of-impact references after Valley County’s move, propose reducing the Planning & Zoning Commission from seven to five city-resident members, and recommend prohibiting private boat ramps and limiting self-storage/warehousing; council directed staff to prepare ordinances and public hearings.
Keene, Johnson County, Texas
Keene Planning and Zoning Commission voted to recommend Carter Schwartz (alternate) and Stephanie Flannery (full member) to city council, approved minutes and routine items, and received an update on a $250,000 comprehensive plan grant.
Wilson County, Tennessee
Nearby resident Reagan Fuquay Saar told the Wilson County Board of Zoning Appeals that asphalt millings at a storage lot on Highway 109 are leaching contaminants to a drainage that flows to Old Hickory Lake; the board denied the applicant’s request to waive paving requirements for the site, siding with staff.
Governor's Cabinet: Rep. DeSantis, Executive , Florida
Governor DeSantis announced $23.5 million in state grants — $16.4M to Citrus County, $5.6M to Newberry and $1.5M to Levy County — from the Job Growth Grant Fund and CDBG disaster recovery to repair storm‑damaged water and roadway systems and support economic resilience.
Narberth, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania
Chair and members reviewed a boards-and-commissions status chart, urged active recruitment (especially for the Industrial Development Authority), and discussed creating regular reporting expectations for commissions; staff noted the IDA has limited active membership and lost institutional access to its bank account records.
PRINCE WILLIAM CO PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
The School Board certified its closed session and approved several closed-session action items on Nov. 18, 2025, including personnel appointments, releases and two religious-exemption requests for cases RE25-18 and RE25-19; each measure passed in recorded votes.
McCall, Valley County, Idaho
City staff and nonprofit LEAP Housing asked the council to authorize feasibility work for two projects on city-owned parcels: a 30-unit LIHTC rental infill and a lower-density 16-unit ownership project on Flynn Lane; council signaled support to pursue feasibility and funding options.
Ottawa County, Michigan
The Ottawa County CMH board approved the consent agenda Nov. 21, which included minutes, the performance improvement committee report, amended and renewed service contracts (six renewals, two amended), new autism service contracts and the financial statement reported by the finance committee.
Narberth, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania
Planning commissioners and staff completed a working draft of a recodified zoning ordinance and transmitted it for staff and commission review; a December 4 meeting will examine how the draft performs against real applications and flag policy amendments for council consideration.
Coventry, Kent County, Rhode Island
Public commenters urged enforcement of the town’s customary home‑occupation rules, and Planning Director Doug McLean explained the zoning enforcement process and updates to the comprehensive plan, including a housing element the state asked the town to strengthen.
Ottawa County, Michigan
Benjamin's Hope told the Ottawa County CMH board it could lose $370,000 (about 23% of Ottawa funding) if millage funds stop, which the provider said would require discharging some high-need Ottawa residents and replacing them with residents from counties able to pay higher rates.
Ottawa County, Michigan
Ottawa County CMH executive staff told the board Nov. 21 that a pending state restructuring of Medicaid PHPs and revised revenue projections could widen a FY deficit; the board discussed forecasting flaws, cost controls, and a possible push for a needs-based regional funding model.
Health, Human Services and Elderly Affairs, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
The Commission on Aging reported demographic shifts and launched Age Well NH priorities — independence, wellness and care — calling for transportation solutions, caregiver respite and workforce strategies; the full transportation needs assessment concludes April 2026.
Education, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
A New Hampshire commission heard from the Children's Scholarship Fund and Department of Education staff about how EFA differentiates students with disabling conditions, the uneven documentation between MCDs and IEPs, variable transportation/contracted-service costs, and fiscal effects of proposed catastrophic-aid cap changes.
Fort Mill Township, Lancaster County, South Carolina
Fort Mill Economic Partners unveiled a new downtown mural by local artist Debbie Witsett, whom organizers credited with a multi-year project that emphasizes the town’s agricultural roots. The event included artist remarks, community praise, a timed reveal and post-ceremony refreshments and a museum ornament unveiling.
Dolton, Cook County, Illinois
An unidentified speaker in the transcript said they used a Chicago Heights economic development program and an attorney named Agee to rehabilitate vacant houses, described long waits with one alternative program, and urged returning vacant properties to the tax roll to reduce village costs.
Narberth, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania
The Finance & Administration Committee unanimously approved scheduled bills and certificates for payment, authorized several capital expenditures (sewer camera, HVAC for the Girl Scout room at 80 Windsor, and a Public Works dump-truck upfit authorization), affirmed the $20,500 homestead/farmstead exclusion for 2026, appointed a parking controller and accepted a resignation.
Coventry, Kent County, Rhode Island
After a presentation by CLA, the council voted to place on the next agenda a resolution to hire CLA for an extended forensic review of invoices related to former solicitor Stephen Angel, with a proposed not‑to‑exceed cap of $50,000 and periodic check‑ins.
Health, Human Services and Elderly Affairs, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
The New Hampshire Hospital Association presented SB 177 data showing 1,516 involuntary emergency admission transfers between Oct. 2024 and Sept. 2025, averaging 126 per month; presenters reported about 61.5% of transports by law enforcement, ~36% by ambulance, and that ~51% of transports had restraints applied before transport.
Dolton, Cook County, Illinois
Dolton trustees discussed a resident-led program that would let applicants place a $10,000 escrow while the village pursues judicial deeds and tax abatements; speakers raised concerns about rehab costs, contractor vetting, and whether a rental moratorium or crime-free ordinance should be part of the final plan.
City of Sunny Isles Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida
The City of Sunny Isles Beach presented winners of its 2026 desktop calendar photo contest and announced five winners of a Florida City Week writing contest for sixth–eighth graders; Myra Aleman and other commissioners praised the entries and invited winners for photos and recognition.
Narberth, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania
Two residents told council that construction-related parking on Stephanie Place has blocked driveways and posed safety risks; staff explained petition thresholds for a 2-hour restriction and outlined the process for requesting a handicap parking space.
Dolton, Cook County, Illinois
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City of Sunny Isles Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida
Commissioners asked staff to compile per‑gallon rates and a side‑by‑side comparison of water fees charged by North Miami Beach to member cities after constituents reported higher bills; staff said published rates appear equal across cities and that state statute constrains fees.
Coventry, Kent County, Rhode Island
Coventry’s Town Council approved a resolution to spend $282,345.01 from opioid-settlement funds to buy Lifepak 35 cardiac monitor‑defibrillators for four fire districts, leaving an estimated $114,000 in the opioid fund after the purchase.
Wilson County, Tennessee
The commission voted to recommend an amendment to the planned-unit development overlay that lowers the PUD minimum acreage from 100 to 30, sets a density formula and requires 30% permanently preserved open space; the resolution will go to the county commission for final action.
Health, Human Services and Elderly Affairs, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
HHS CFO Nathan White told the oversight committee the department currently projects a general-fund lapse just shy of $20 million for FY26 and described vacancy trends driven in part by ~400 unfunded positions among roughly 3,200 authorized roles; agency officials warned statutory limits prevent some funds from lapsing and noted revenue uncertainty.
Fulton County, Georgia
During pre-certification review, a board member identified a date error on a CT Martin early-voting tape and the board unanimously voted to obtain opening tapes for review; staff said the incorrect tape date did not affect vote tallies and pledged SOP updates and reconciliation checks.
Narberth, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania
Council adopted a Traffic Calming and Safety Policy to guide staff, the public health and safety committee and council on handling speed, cut-through and pedestrian safety requests; measures are categorized by cost and a myGov portal intake starts the process.
City of Sunny Isles Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida
City staff said survey results and outreach on e‑scooters and e‑bikes are complete and a committee will present a draft code and full recommendation in January; daily enforcement by police continues in the meantime.
Fulton County, Georgia
The Fulton County Board of Registration and Elections unanimously approved relocating an absentee drop box from Roswell Library to East Roswell Library and set advance voting sites for the Senate District 35 runoff, scheduling advanced voting and posting updates to the county website and the Secretary of State portal.
Health, Human Services and Elderly Affairs, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
Division of Public Health director described a CDC recommendation change limiting combined MMRV for first doses under age 4, and told the committee existing state school vaccine requirements remain the same; committee members asked about exemptions and funding for childhood vaccines.
Kenner City, Jefferson Parish, Louisiana
Small‑business owner Gisela Chevalier told the council her driving‑school site was denied occupancy because the unified development code classifies driving schools as vocational/educational uses allowed in C‑2 zoning; staff offered to meet with her and said a code amendment could take five to six months.
Wilson County, Tennessee
The commission recommended rezoning a 31.57-acre parcel near the Speedway from agricultural to planned commercial, approved a separate neighborhood commercial downzone, and signed off on several site plans and plats; most items will go to the county commission or proceed to final plat as required.
Narberth, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania
Council authorized advertisement of the 2026 draft budget, which includes a proposed EIT increase and a $500,000 capital transfer; council also approved purchases for a sewer camera crawler ($32,725.52), HVAC for the Scout Room ($12,200), and authorized an upfit for a Public Works dump truck ($73,364).
Lorain County, Ohio
At a Nov. 21 budget work session, Lorain County commissioners and sheriff�s staff discussed using special-revenue funds, a drop in inmate pharmacy costs, a pause on 15 correction-officer hires and legislation affecting commissary funds as officials work to close an $11 million gap in the county�s 2026 spending plan.
City of Sunny Isles Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida
City staff reported 105 homes and 15 vacant lots completed on the Golden Shores grounding/undergrounding project, 46 properties still need permits and AT&T’s fiber upgrades are being handled as a separate project anticipated in 2026.
Health, Human Services and Elderly Affairs, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
Commissioner Lori Weaver told the Health and Human Services Oversight Committee the state submitted a Rural Health Transformation grant application on Nov. 4 and expects CMS questions during a review period; final award and budget decisions are due Dec. 31, after which procurement and hiring could accelerate.
Narberth, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania
Council voted 6-1 to advertise Ordinance 10-67 to raise Narberth�s earned income tax from 0.75% to 1.0%; a final vote is scheduled for a special meeting Dec. 1. Council members debated whether to use EIT or a property tax (millage) increase to fund capital projects.
Lexington 05, School Districts, South Carolina
At a 4:00 p.m. special-call meeting the board approved its agenda, entered and exited an executive session to review an employee investigation (no details disclosed), elected Mr. Herring as vice chair, and then adjourned; vote tallies are recorded in the transcript.
Kenner City, Jefferson Parish, Louisiana
The Kenner City Council approved a budget true‑up, multiple emergency purchases, grant acceptances and contracts — including a $5.2 million sewer lift station upgrade, playground equipment, and federal grants to fund two analyst positions — all by unanimous votes.
Kenner City, Jefferson Parish, Louisiana
The Kenner City Council unanimously approved a conditional‑use permit for a proposed 4,000‑square‑foot amusement center at 3501 Chateau Boulevard; planning staff said parking and hours requests are consistent with an existing operator and the planning commission recommended approval.
City of Sunny Isles Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida
Commissioners received an update that Miami‑Dade County is expected to consider a resolution that would let Sunny Isles Beach pursue a 20 mph speed limit on internal streets; staff said designs from a traffic consultant include a two‑way bike lane and other calming measures and will be presented to the commission in January.
Ottawa County, Michigan
After a public briefing that put a potential $5.5 million CMH shortfall at the center of the discussion, the Ottawa County Board of Commissioners voted to direct the county administrator to develop a strategy and timeline to evaluate converting Community Mental Health to an authority; an earlier motion to go into closed session failed.
City of Orange City, Volusia County, Florida
A Nov. 21 special meeting to consider terminating City Clerk Kaylee Burleson ended with a failed motion after dozens of residents and former staff urged the council to preserve the clerk’s job; the vote was 5-2 against termination.
Doral, Miami-Dade County, Florida
Council approved a package finalizing FY2025-26 budgets across multiple funds and passed the first reading of an ordinance to adopt the operating budget; staff said adopting the lower millage reduces tax revenue by about $528,068 and recommended reducing contingency to balance departmental operations.
Rock Springs City Council, Rock Springs, Sweetwater County, Wyoming
Matt Ferguson led a community training explaining a step-by-step crisis response plan designed for non-clinicians: ask directly about suicidal thoughts, listen without judgment, use self-management and social supports, and delay access to lethal means; he cited 988 and PROSPER resources.
Greene County, Indiana
The commission approved its 2026 annual spending plan, authorized the president to finalize a small farm lease, paid three administrative claims (totaling about $7,835), and heard an economic-development update on Westgate projects and housing needs tied to incoming employers.
Hillsborough County, Florida
Members voted to create an Innovation Zone subcommittee to study pilot programs (not necessarily geographic) including expanding civil citations; motion was moved by a board member and seconded, and the chair recorded the motion as approved (exact tally not specified).
Northampton County, Pennsylvania
Officials at the Northampton County registrar's office used a public drawing of numbered balls to determine winners for dozens of municipal judges, inspectors and local offices when ballots produced ties or multiple-winner slots on the Nov. 4, 2025 ballot; winners were announced for each ward and office.
Hillsborough County, Florida
Subcommittee reported Circuit 13 had 94–95% school enrollment for youth under supervision (186 total; 11 not enrolled). Members discussed new truancy law changes and potential operational burdens for schools and courts.
Greene County, Indiana
After public comment from the Bloomfield School District and the Bloomfield Eastern Greene County Public Library urging protection of school and library levies, the Greene County Redevelopment Commission voted to expand Allocation Area No. 5 and designate Prometheus Energetics as the named taxpayer under Resolution 2025-TAX-05.
Doral, Miami-Dade County, Florida
The Doral City Council on Nov. 22 adopted a final millage rate of 1.6912 mills for FY2025-26 to address a Department of Revenue compliance finding that the Sept. 17 adoption did not meet the two-thirds vote requirement; the measure passed 3-2.
Weston County, Wyoming
The board welcomed new CFO Paul (as introduced in the meeting), heard clinic and staffing updates, and approved credentialing for several providers before adjourning to executive session.
Fiscal Committee, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
Revenue Administration told the Fiscal Committee about remaining interest-and-dividends (I&D) tax refunds of about $21 million for the quarter and that carryforwards have largely been cleared; senators discussed implications for the rainy-day fund and budget estimates.
Hillsborough County, Florida
The board reviewed October pre-arrest delinquency citation data (32 battery charges among the month's cases), discussed outreach and awareness strategies for youth and parents, and noted education initiatives tied to truancy and threat assessment.
Lexington 05, School Districts, South Carolina
At a special call meeting, Lexington 05 approved its agenda, entered an executive session to review an employee investigation, elected Mister Herring as vice chair after Miss Sykes withdrew her name, and then adjourned. Several formal motions passed unanimously or by recorded tallies.
Fiscal Committee, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
The Judicial Council asked the Fiscal Committee to approve additional budget authority tied to a law change moving payment responsibility; the council’s director described recruitment challenges for public defenders and private conflict attorneys and said collections offices handling recoveries were abolished last year.
Lorain County, Ohio
At its Nov. 21 meeting the Lorain County Board of Commissioners approved a space‑optimization contract, a transit plan amendment and interim GO Bus MOU, a multi‑year workforce MOU, multiple Lorain County Honor Fund grants to veterans posts, and a resolution to retain outside counsel for a 9‑1‑1/dispatch conflict; most votes were recorded as unanimous ayes.
Lorain County, Ohio
Commissioners approved a multi‑partner workforce development memorandum of understanding that coordinates training and services across county and regional partners; staff described recent hiring events and said Lorain County ranks highly for placing people in jobs.
Lorain County, Ohio
Commissioners extended the transportation development plan timeline, said transit staff will launch a public survey and integrate VIA microtransit with fixed routes, and approved an interim MOU to add GO Bus stops at the Lorain County Transportation and Community Center; officials said operations will be funded by federal and state dollars, not county general fund.
Lorain County, Ohio
Commissioners said Nov. 21 they are preparing sewage capacity and other infrastructure for possible future development in New Russia Township but cannot yet identify developers or tenants; they described the West Side sewer project as regional capacity building and said the loan is structured to be forgivable if the project advances.
Weston County, Wyoming
Board authorized hiring Elevate CPA at $100/hour to perform a forensic-level cleanup of the general ledger and support audit readiness after the state placed funds on hold; timeline targets internal cleanup by mid-December and external audit submission by February.
Hillsborough County, Florida
Officials reported progress on live-scan fingerprint installation and distribution of DJJ pocket cards to law enforcement, discussed JAC security funding, and outlined plans to draft procedures to expand pre-arrest civil citation use based on Polk/Pinellas models.
Fiscal Committee, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
The Office of the Consumer Advocate told lawmakers that a Michigan consulting firm was selected for detailed operating-cost review in upcoming utility rate cases after the office narrowed its RFP scope; the office said few or no in-state firms offer that technical capacity.
Weston County, Wyoming
After prolonged debate about premiums and stop-loss exposure, the board approved a plan that keeps employee contribution at current levels and absorbs the projected 2026 increase; the measure passed 4–3.
Hillsborough County, Florida
Circuit 13 Advisory Board presented the Julianne M. Holt Public Service Award to Chrissy Dorian and the Community Champion Award to Amanda Thomas, recognizing long service and work supporting justice-involved youth.
Board of Supervisors of Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College Board of Supervisors of Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College, Boards & Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Louisiana
The Board of Supervisors of Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College authorized the president, in consultation with general counsel, to review and — if appropriate — send written notice of termination to President Brian Kelly; the board took the action following an executive-session deliberation and recorded the result by voice vote with no tallies provided.
PRINCE WILLIAM CO PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
Following a closed session, the board certified the closed meeting and approved appointments/releases, two religious‑exemption requests (RE25-18 and RE25-19), and authorized legal‑counsel recommendations; all motions were approved by recorded voice votes.
Fort Mill Township, Lancaster County, South Carolina
Council approved a first reading to extend a temporary moratorium on accepting or processing rezoning/annexation applications for new residential developments while the town finalizes its comprehensive plan, downtown master plan and parks plan; the extension runs through March or earlier if council cancels it.
Fiscal Committee, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
Health and Human Services told the Fiscal Committee it cobbled together a capital stack and lifted a funding restriction to cover a late-added federally required element; officials said proceeds from a planned property sale are speculative and not counted on to meet the facility occupancy date.
Ottawa County, Michigan
After a public presentation on Medicaid funding risks and a likely $5.5 million FY25 shortfall, the Ottawa County Board of Commissioners voted to direct the county administrator to develop a strategy and timeline to evaluate converting the county's Community Mental Health department to a single-county authority, while promising public hearings.
Ottawa County, Michigan
A public commenter told the CMHOC board the Momentum Center will start free Friday hot meals in Grand Haven, hold a Dec. 1 town hall on mental health and host Dec. 3 learning sessions about a friendship-bench pilot with volunteer recruitment.
Ottawa County, Michigan
Board leaders and providers told the Community Mental Health of Ottawa County board that a pending MDHHS RFP and court decisions could change who manages Medicaid benefits and that region-wide Medicaid revenue projections are down roughly $2.8 million, worsening a FY2025 deficit and threatening provider stability.
Weston County, Wyoming
The board approved credentialing for several clinicians, reviewed a drop in the Manor’s CMS star rating tied to missing staffing reporting, and discussed clinic outreach programs and recruitment plans.
PRINCE WILLIAM CO PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
Superintendent Latanya McDade presented the Vision 2025 closeout, reporting a 94.8% graduation rate, a 6.7 percentage‑point drop in chronic absenteeism, major gains in AP pass rates and CTE credentials, and roughly $492 million in scholarship awards over four years.
Weston County, Wyoming
The board introduced new CFO Paul Meilano, heard a timetable to reconcile the hospital’s financials ahead of a state audit, and authorized hiring Elevate CPA at $100/hour to perform forensic general‑ledger cleanup and short‑term accounting support.
City of Sunny Isles Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida
The LPA unanimously recommended an ordinance establishing definitions and a reasonable-accommodation review process for certified recovery residences so the city meets a state deadline of Jan. 1, 2026; commissioners stressed the vote was to comply with state law, not an endorsement of locating such homes in single-family areas.
Fiscal Committee, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
The Department of Administrative Services told the Fiscal Committee that testing uncovered design errors on a neighborhood construction project; an insurance settlement for engineers will fund remediation, test piles will begin, and the agency projects completion in 2027.
PRINCE WILLIAM CO PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
Administration presented four proposed 2026 school calendar options and said more than 12,000 stakeholders responded to the survey; Option A (two-week winter break and optional Monday-after-spring-break workday) was the community’s top choice, while staff preferred Option C.
Fort Mill Township, Lancaster County, South Carolina
On second reading the council approved an ordinance to update the town’s business‑license class schedule to comply with South Carolina Act 176 (Business License Standardization Act of 2020); Chris Pettit said the change aligns Fort Mill’s licensing with statewide requirements and included no local modifications since the last presentation.
Weston County, Wyoming
After reviewing insurance scenarios and stop‑loss exposures, the board voted 4–3 to accept a benefits package that keeps employee contributions unchanged for 2026, a choice administrators said helps staff while adding roughly $11,000 to the hospital’s budget this year.
Fort Mill Township, Lancaster County, South Carolina
Council approved on second reading a rezoning that converts roughly 15.9 acres (York County parcel IDs read into record) from industrial and R‑10 residential to MXU mixed‑use to allow adaptive reuse of an historic mill building into about 225 apartments and 25,000 sq ft of retail, with public parking and employee housing subsidies.
City of Sunny Isles Beach, Miami-Dade County, Florida
The Local Planning Agency voted 4–0 to recommend transmitting a comprehensive-plan text amendment to the City Commission after the Florida Department of Commerce found one proposed density change conflicted with Senate Bill 180; staff said the package otherwise remains intact and the LPA kept the maximum density at 13 dwelling units per acre.
LaSalle County, Illinois
Committee members were told an ARPA-funded online Tourism Ambassador Certification built with Learn Tourism will launch in January and be free to users; Ryan reported October digital metrics including 12,847 Facebook accounts reached and 403 visitor-guide boxes distributed.
PRINCE WILLIAM CO PBLC SCHS, School Districts, Virginia
Public commenters and board members pressed the school division for more teacher input after administrators outlined comparisons showing PWCS teachers work a 7‑hour day while most Virginia divisions use 7.5 hours; no vote was taken — presentation was informational and follow-up data was requested.
Education, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
Districts and DOE staff presented invoices showing wide price variation for specialized student transportation and contracted services; commissioners said vendor scarcity, staffing shortages and inconsistent billing practices are pushing up per-student costs and complicating budgeting and reimbursement.
Fort Mill Township, Lancaster County, South Carolina
Fort Mill Economic Partners told the Town Council it has drawn about 1,500 website users in the past 28 days, donated more than $3,000 from its Strawberry Sprint fundraiser to Fort Mill Care Center, awarded a $15,000 utility infrastructure grant to Speckled Pear Market and is seeking funding partners for a microtransit pilot next year.
Lacey, Thurston County, Washington
Lacey Parks staff reported high demand at the Regional Athletic Complex (RAC), tournament-driven visitation and associated local economic impact. The board heard preliminary plans to convert a grass field to turf, add spectator seating, improve fencing and Wi‑Fi, and discussed staging improvements under the PFD extension.
Town of North Brookfield, Worcester County, Massachusetts
At its Nov. 19 meeting the Board of Health accepted a recycling/drop-off equipment grant award, reviewed transfer-station staffing and hazardous‑waste day turnout, and agreed to coordinate with regional health officials on permitting questions raised by cottage-food and commercial operations.
Education, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
Members pressed whether differentiated aid must be spent on disability-related services after CSF said funds are allowable for many educational and therapeutic items and that parents, not the state, may have discretion; commissioners asked DOE for audits and documentation on allowable purchases and returned administrative funds.
Coventry, Kent County, Rhode Island
Several residents, led by Cheryl Kane, urged the council to enforce Coventry’s customary home‑occupation rules, alleging landscaping, salvage and other business activities are operating in residential zones and that complainants feel intimidated; planning staff explained enforcement steps and evidence thresholds.
Coventry, Kent County, Rhode Island
After a lengthy Q&A with CLA’s forensic team, the council voted to add a resolution to the next meeting to hire CLA for an extended invoice review of former solicitor billing, with a $50,000 not‑to‑exceed cap and periodic check‑ins; council members raised cost, legal‑expertise and privilege concerns during debate.
Health, Human Services and Elderly Affairs, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
The state Commission on Aging presented its annual report and an executive summary of a community transportation needs assessment, said New Hampshire's 65+ population now outnumbers children in the state, and recommended priorities under the AgeWell NH plan including transportation, caregiver respite and workforce development.
Lacey, Thurston County, Washington
Museum officials presented a capital campaign and timeline for a 20,000-square-foot expansion to boost exhibit space, add a STEAM makerspace for older children, expand preschool offerings and increase parking. The campaign lists $20.5 million of expected PFD funds as central to reaching the project goal of $30.6 million.
Coventry, Kent County, Rhode Island
The Coventry Town Council unanimously approved Resolution 2025‑121 to buy LifePak 35 cardiac monitor‑defibrillators for four fire districts, using opioid settlement funds; the town manager says about $114,000 will remain after the purchase.
Town of North Brookfield, Worcester County, Massachusetts
At a Nov. 19 Board of Health meeting, Karen Farrington of the North Brookfield Community Food Collaborative urged the board to use a variance or cold-storage license so refrigerated donations can resume for about 160 families; the board said it will work with the collaborative and regional Department of Public Health to draft a proposal.
Education, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
A legislative commission probed the Children's Scholarship Fund about how EFA differentiated aid is awarded, focusing on two pathways—school-district IEPs and medical certification (MCD)—and flagged that about 890 students receive differentiated aid while only ~240 have district documentation, raising questions about oversight and data accuracy.
LaSalle County, Illinois
The LaSalle County Tourism Committee voted Nov. 21 to approve a one-year marketing contract with Shaw Media and authorized $26,750 in bills to Heritage Corridor for website and social media; the committee also reviewed visitor-guide metrics and will send the contract to the full county board for final approval.
Shreveport City, Caddo Parish, Louisiana
At the combined meeting the council approved a set of resolutions and ordinances (multiple budget amendments and code changes) and postponed several items related to Riverfront Development special revenue and bond ordinances for later consideration.
Health, Human Services and Elderly Affairs, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
The Alzheimer's subcommittee reported it will develop a needs-assessment survey to inform a state plan on Alzheimer's, recommended embedding brain-health materials into prevention and aging outreach, and called for adding cognitive measures to the BRFSS to better track long-term impact.
Calaveras County, California
Volunteer and contractor groups described how initial-entry fuel breaks lessen fire intensity in Calaveras County, but presenters warned that lack of timely maintenance can erase benefits and estimated ongoing upkeep could cost roughly $1.5 million annually at build-out.
Lacey, Thurston County, Washington
The Capital Area Regional Public Facilities District approved its 2024 annual financial report. Staff reported roughly $2.74 million in revenues (primarily state sales-tax distributions) and distributions per the interlocal agreement; the board voted to accept the report unanimously.
Shreveport City, Caddo Parish, Louisiana
A resident questioned whether the Northwest Louisiana Finance Authority would own or control the Red River Express project; city counsel said state law makes the authority a discrete public trust that does not place the city's funds or credit at risk.
Shreveport City, Caddo Parish, Louisiana
Police chief presented monthly public-safety statistics showing homicides at 38 YTD (down from 46), 63.1% homicide clearance rate, 1,842 shots-fired calls for the year, and 42 traffic fatalities including many pedestrian deaths; chief highlighted real-time crime-center cameras and a new Monkhouse Drive substation.
Health, Human Services and Elderly Affairs, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
The state Commission on Aging presented an annual report highlighting Age Well NH (a multi‑sector plan), recommended system changes for healthy aging, workforce expansion needs and transportation and housing as top challenges for New Hampshire’s growing 65-plus population.
Health, Human Services and Elderly Affairs, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
A report on involuntary emergency admissions showed an average of 126 transports per month, with about 61.5% by law enforcement and restraints applied before transport in roughly half of cases; presenters said most restraints occur during sheriff transports and cited increases in transports linked to more beds coming online.
Shreveport City, Caddo Parish, Louisiana
The mayor's office proposed a package including a 3% cost-of-living increase effective April 1, a doubled uniform allowance for public safety and an equipment list; council members urged including all city employees and flagged cost discrepancies on a separate police-only 10% proposal.
Calaveras County, California
CAL FIRE Tuolumne‑Calaveras public information officer Emily Kilgore gave practical guidance at the Firewise Calaveras Festival: Zone 0 (0–5 ft) will be clarified by the Board of Forestry this year, PRC 4291 requires up to 100 ft defensible space, and homeowners should prioritize vents, roof, decking and driveway access improvements.
Energy Facility Site Evaluation Council, Governor's Office - Boards & Commissions, Executive, Washington
At the land‑use consistency hearing portion, applicant witnesses described eight in‑river segments and on‑land bypass components in Stevenson, North Bonneville and unincorporated Skamania County and said most terrestrial elements lie in rights‑of‑way and zones that allow utility uses; local officials and public commenters questioned notice, municipal participation and shoreline master program applicability.
Lacey, Thurston County, Washington
At its annual meeting the Capital Area Regional Public Facilities District received a legal and policy orientation on PFD law, discussed recent state extensions to the sales-tax credit, and asked staff to review whether membership in the statewide PFD association conflicts with the CAR PFD charter’s ban on lobbying.
Health, Human Services and Elderly Affairs, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
Presenters from New Hampshire Hospital and the New Hampshire Hospital Association told the committee the SB 177 report recorded 1,516 involuntary emergency admission (IEA) transports between Oct. 2024 and Sept. 2025 (about 126 per month), described transport modes and restraint types, and highlighted statute-driven clinical decisions about whether ambulance or sheriff transports are used.
Energy Facility Site Evaluation Council, Governor's Office - Boards & Commissions, Executive, Washington
At an FSEC informational and land‑use hearing on the Cascade Renewable Transmission Project, environmental groups, tribal representatives and residents urged a full environmental impact statement, said the publicly posted application is a draft and argued the hearing was premature or inadequately noticed.
Health, Human Services and Elderly Affairs, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
HHS chief financial officer Nathan White told the committee that HHS faces an upward vacancy trend, roughly 400 unfunded positions and a current projected general fund lapse just shy of $20 million; federal funds make up ~50% of HHS operating dollars and general funds about 31%.
Health, Human Services and Elderly Affairs, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
Nathan White, DHHS chief financial officer, told the committee the department is projecting just under a $20 million general-fund lapse driven by utilization and other factors; he also described about 3,200 authorized FTEs with roughly 400 unfunded positions and hiring priorities for direct-care roles.
Hoffman Estates Public Works held its 2025 open house and 'pumpkin smash,' offering pumpkin disposal by grapple truck, snowplow rides, equipment displays and hands-on demonstrations aimed at familiarizing residents with municipal operations and safety.
Calaveras County, California
Calaveras County’s inaugural Firewise Calaveras Festival drew residents, local officials, CAL FIRE and vendors to share home-hardening guidance, fuel-break results and evacuation planning. Speakers highlighted legal requirements (PRC 4291), maintenance costs for fuel breaks, and new federal proposals for faster forest thinning.
Energy Facility Site Evaluation Council, Governor's Office - Boards & Commissions, Executive, Washington
PowerBridge and partners described a roughly 100‑mile transmission link from The Dalles to Portland — about 80 miles underwater — using HVDC technology with 1,100 MW capacity, converter stations and seasonal in‑water construction windows; the proposal drew technical, tribal and environmental questions at an FSEC informational and land‑use hearing.
Santa Cruz County, California
After a lengthy public hearing that split local stakeholders, the Board of Supervisors directed staff to revise the draft energy‑storage combining‑district ordinance, begin environmental review (likely a supplemental EIR), and return with updated ordinance language within months that incorporates board recommendations on safety, water/soil monitoring, buffers, labor standards and cost‑recovery mechanisms.
Health, Human Services and Elderly Affairs, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
Ian Watt, director of New Hampshire's Division of Public Health, told the committee the CDC updated MMR/varicella recommendations (the combined MMRV not recommended as first dose for children under 4) and that the state continues universal purchase programs and access through providers and pharmacies.
Draper City News, Draper , Utah County, Utah
A community spotlight on Jesus Feeds Food Pantry in Draper describes its 25‑year history, partnership with Utah Food Bank/Feeding America/United Way, the pantry's client shopping model, weekly donation pickups, and volunteer opportunities on Wednesdays and Thursdays.
Health, Human Services and Elderly Affairs, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
Ian Won, director of the Division of Public Health, briefed committee members on federal changes to MMR/varicella guidance, the state's universal vaccine purchase program and that New Hampshire continues to require nine childhood vaccines for schools while allowing statutory exemptions.
Health, Human Services and Elderly Affairs, House of Representatives, Committees , Legislative, New Hampshire
DHHS submitted its BRAIN Health Transformation grant on Nov. 4 ahead of the Nov. 5 deadline; Commissioner Lori Weaver told the oversight committee the application reflects almost all community input and that CMS will review and negotiate budgets, with approvals expected by Dec. 31.
Energy Facility Site Evaluation Council, Governor's Office - Boards & Commissions, Executive, Washington
Advocacy groups (Friends of the Columbia Gorge, Columbia Riverkeeper) argued the hearings were premature because the filing is labeled a draft, asserted missing city appointees to the council are required, and challenged the hearing notice and short written‑comment window.
Santa Cruz County, California
The board voted 3–2 to exempt non‑cannabis ancillary goods from the county cannabis business tax and to set a 1% county CBT on gross receipts for on‑site consumption sales. Supporters said the change helps hospitality models; critics warned it undercuts county revenue and public‑safety cost recovery.
Montgomery County, Maryland
At a 90-day follow-up, Montgomery County Public Schools told the council it has cleared the DHHS paper backlog, rescreened more than half of school-based staff and published new background-screening regulations; the Inspector General kept all recommendations 'open — in progress' pending finalized procedures and implementation.
Santa Cruz County, California
County staff presented ordinances to adopt the 2025 California Building Standards (including fire code) with local amendments; the board held a public hearing, asked clarifying questions about the role of local amendments and CEQA, and voted unanimously to schedule second reading and proceed.
Town of Hubbardston, Worcester County, Massachusetts
The grant committee approved edits to web language and letter templates and agreed on timelines: rejection letters to be mailed immediately with a 15‑day reply window; awards will be issued after that response period.
Bradley County, Tennessee
Chief Johnstone briefed commissioners on the 287(g) jail enforcement model: a memorandum of agreement exists, implementation requires selecting 5-6 deputies for roughly four weeks of training, authority would be limited to inside the jail, and training is currently on hold because of the federal government shutdown.
Santa Cruz County, California
The board certified the ballot tabulation for a proposed mosquito vector and disease control assessment after staff announced a 61.13% weighted 'yes' result; the board adopted the engineer's report and ordered the levy by unanimous vote.
Town of Hubbardston, Worcester County, Massachusetts
Facing rebroadcasting restrictions, the committee removed a planned meeting‑house movie from funding and voted to reallocate $500 — $250 each to Nonesuch Fest and the town summer social — after reviewing ADA/recording guidance.
Tennessee State University, Public Universities, School Districts, Tennessee
Ingram Group’s Leah Dupree Love briefed trustees on a December sunset hearing (board review) and upcoming confirmations; Dr. Quincy Quick summarized a volatile federal research funding environment, noting continuing resolution coverage into January 2026 and an additional $360 million in federal funds tied partly to HBCU capacity funding.
Energy Facility Site Evaluation Council, Governor's Office - Boards & Commissions, Executive, Washington
Public commenters at the FSEC hearing urged a full environmental impact statement or a no‑action alternative, raised EMF and recreation concerns, asked for thorough tribal consultation, and flagged potential conflicts with the Skamania County shoreline master program.
Santa Cruz County, California
Visit Santa Cruz County presented FY24–25 tourism metrics, a $3.6 million operating budget, a planned ~750 sq. ft. visitor center expected to soft-open before 2026 with sensory and quiet rooms, and a $60,000 county sponsorship for the Bay Area Host Committee’s World Cup activities.
Peachtree City, Fayette County, Georgia
An unidentified community presenter urged Peachtree City residents to strengthen a local "network of care," cited higher-than-average suicide figures and personal intervention experience, and encouraged people to ask directly about suicidal thoughts and to call 988 for help.
Bradley County, Tennessee
County medical line has spent $199,481.39 in four months on off-site care, pharmaceuticals and imaging; speakers cited recent high-cost hospitalizations and medication expenses as drivers of budget pressure and said negotiated pricing with Erlanger may reduce future bills.
Board of Regents of the University of Nebraska, Elected Officials, Organizations, Executive, Nebraska
The Board of Regents on Nov. 21, 2025 voted to recognize and approve consolidation of the University of Nebraska–Lincoln and the University of Nebraska Medical Center into a single HLC‑accredited administrative unit after public speakers urged both concern and support; the board then moved into executive session to discuss real‑estate and personnel matters.
Tennessee State University, Public Universities, School Districts, Tennessee
During the full board session trustees voted to approve a revised bank reconciliation policy and a revised fiscal year 2026 budget following the finance committee’s recommendation; roll‑call votes were recorded as affirmative and motions carried.
Energy Facility Site Evaluation Council, Governor's Office - Boards & Commissions, Executive, Washington
At a public informational hearing, the Energy Facility Site Evaluation Council (FSEC) heard an applicant overview of the Cascade Renewable Transmission Project: a roughly 100‑mile HVDC route from The Dalles to Portland with about 80 miles buried under the Columbia River, a projected 3½‑year build and 1,100 MW capacity, with in‑water work limited to winter months.
Bradley County, Tennessee
A Double D Plumbing contractor showed photos and pipe samples of a pinhole leak in a roughly 21-year-old hot-water line that is about three-quarters filled with hardened sediment; commissioners were advised to budget for phased repairs and consider adding access points or PEX replacement for future maintenance.
Porterville, Tulare County, California
Tribal representatives reported an updated appraisal on the OHV park and described a reduced‑scale hotel (about 193 rooms) and a proposed 5,000‑seat amphitheater; they urged the city, county and tribe to coordinate rights‑of‑way and MOUs to advance the project as construction costs rise.
Tennessee State University, Public Universities, School Districts, Tennessee
Enrollment management presented a multi‑pronged strategy: Slate CRM implementation, purchased lead lists (ACT names), upcoming Common App launch, a governor-backed direct‑admit initiative, and redesigned merit scholarships to reduce the institution's discount rate to ~38–42% while targeting quality and yield.
Bradley County, Tennessee
Bradley County sheriff reported the jail passed its October 2025 accreditation audit and that the state raised Tier 1 per-inmate funding from $3 to $6; monthly Tier 1 payments and accreditation maintenance were discussed as potential recurring revenue to cover programs and services.
Porterville, Tulare County, California
Staff presented an active-transportation plan connecting the Eagle Mountain Casino/Resort area, sports complex and Porterville with proposed 3‑mile multiuse path estimated at roughly $8.1 million (construction $6.6M; design/CM $1.4M) and discussed ATP/TCAG funding and environmental timelines.
Caldwell County Schools, School Districts, North Carolina
The Caldwell County Board of Education voted unanimously to appoint Dr. Thomas Howell as the district's next superintendent and held a brief closed session to discuss confidential personnel matters; the swearing‑in followed and Howell pledged stability during the transition.
Porterville, Tulare County, California
The joint city–tribal board approved payment of construction invoices 30–35 totaling $894,266.22 and a basin invoice for $2,962.71 while withholding retention invoices and consultant costs pending reconciliation; the board scheduled follow-ups for Dec. 5 and Dec. 19.
Tennessee State University, Public Universities, School Districts, Tennessee
Provost Melton and Dr. Anderson told trustees Tennessee State University is ahead of schedule on its SACSCOC fifth‑year interim report (17 standards cited as compliant; about five need follow-up). Trustees also heard data showing marked improvement in freshman progression and graduation planning: 638 December candidates and an estimated 1,686 for Spring 2026.
Melbourne Beach, Brevard County, Florida
After a presentation by recruitment firm MGT, the Melbourne Beach Commission voted to invite five finalists for in-person town manager interviews and set a Dec. 19 interview day. The commission agreed to a sequestered process with standardized questions provided to commissioners the morning of the interviews.
Durango School District No. 9-R, School Districts , Colorado
Pam Petrie, the district's designated election official, certified that Greg Peterson, Andrea Carpenter and Erica Brown were elected to Durango School District No. 9-R based on the official abstract of votes from the Nov. 4, 2025, election certified by the county clerk.
Buncombe County, North Carolina
Staff presented a sustainable procurement toolkit aligned with a May board resolution, including product specs, compostable certification guidance and event tips; staff also reported the county’s landfill compost processing pilot is built and will produce first compost mid‑December under an NCTQ food‑waste reduction grant.