What happened on Tuesday, 09 December 2025
Lawrence County, Pennsylvania
The board approved Resolution 393 and several interdepartmental transfers totaling multiple line-item moves, including $36,632 to outfit sheriff vehicles, and $117,600 reallocated within Mental Health and Developmental Services from housing to community services, among other smaller transfers.
Lake Oswego City, Clackamas County, Oregon
Consultants and staff presented four code concepts to implement state-required clear-and-objective standards for some residential tree removals, incentives for preservation, streamlined appeals, and a moderate‑risk exemption; the commission generally supported a two‑track approach and directed staff to produce case studies and draft code.
New Richmond City, St. Croix County, Wisconsin
Council approved the low bid for an electric department pickup, authorized purchase of a 2,000 kVA transformer (or smaller substitute), approved solicitation for ash tree removal bids, and approved hybrid patrol vehicles with upfitting costs; several votes included abstentions noted on the record.
Lawrence County, Pennsylvania
The board approved continuation of the county'9s GPS-based electronic monitoring contract for house arrest (previously with Correctional Development, CDI), now operating as Gov AI and Solutions; county staff said pricing and service remained unchanged and incidents of tampering decreased.
North Augusta, Aiken County, South Carolina
City staff recommended acquiring Parcel B (stadium deck) and Parcel D (undeveloped site) in Riverside Village for about $5 million, funded from Department of Energy settlement allocations earmarked for cyber infrastructure; financial advisers said the village revenues have outperformed earlier projections and the acquisition would support consolidated parking and a city-owned cyber facility.
Hoffman Estates, Cook County, Illinois
The planning committee approved a site plan amendment allowing Casey’s restaurant and gaming cafe to occupy a 1,600 sq ft space at 2069 North Barrington Road; staff said existing parking is expected to be adequate and the owner must address issues if they arise; applicant expects about three months of interior work and aims to open by St. Patrick’s Day.
Richmond, Contra Costa County, California
City staff and Trust for Public Land briefed the Richmond Rising committee that $10 million in Regional Measure 3 funds — $7.5 million for Neighborhood Complete Streets and $2.5 million for the Richmond Wellness Trail — will be forwarded to the Metropolitan Transportation Commission following City Council consent approval; NEPA and contracting work will follow.
New Richmond City, St. Croix County, Wisconsin
The council approved preliminary and final plat applications for the Fox Run eighth phase — eight twin-home buildings totaling 16 dwelling units — subject to four staff conditions, with the developer planning construction in 2026 contingent on market conditions.
Lawrence County, Pennsylvania
The board approved three motions to accept bids on county repository parcels in Chenango Township and Newcastle (three separate parcels), moving the sales forward after municipal or school-district nonresponses; all motions passed by unanimous roll call.
Lock Haven, Clinton County, Pennsylvania
At its Dec. 8 meeting, the Lock Haven City Council approved the 2026 budget, a second-reading ordinance consolidating real estate millage into a single rate and an annual fee schedule; officials said the change does not raise tax rates but may alter individual bills.
Lake Oswego City, Clackamas County, Oregon
The Lake Oswego Planning Commission voted Dec. 8, 2025 to preliminarily approve a comprehensive plan and zoning map amendment (LU25-0029) for three parcels at 4000 Cruise Way Place, finding the proposal meets compatibility, infrastructure, and neighborhood-plan criteria; final adoption will follow written findings.
Richmond, Contra Costa County, California
Richmond Rising partners updated the stakeholder committee on project activity funded by a $35 million Transformative Climate Communities grant, reporting office space secured near BART, program expenditures across projects, and near‑term outreach and construction steps; no committee votes occurred because there was no quorum.
New Richmond City, St. Croix County, Wisconsin
Council approved a $36,256.74 conditional award to the Chamber for Fun Fest, a $26,010 River Travel Media contract (plus $8,558 for third-party advertising) and a 'Best of New Richmond' campaign; council required missing revenue data before final disbursement and asked the tourism committee to recommend disclosure thresholds.
Lawrence County, Pennsylvania
County administrators introduced the proposed 2026 operating budget Dec. 9, saying it is balanced with no tax increase, projects a roughly 3% decrease in total revenue and matching expenditure cuts, and includes a proposed 3% cost-of-living adjustment for management/nonunion staff pending CPI figures.
Hoffman Estates, Cook County, Illinois
Trustees approved amendments to the Bell Works redevelopment agreement to allow at least one apartment building inside the Lakewood Center TIF and to extend five years of a 95% developer/5% village tax-increment split; the Westside site plan for exterior and pedestrian improvements was also approved.
North Augusta, Aiken County, South Carolina
Consultants presented a traffic-calming package for Georgia Avenue that rejects a lane reduction, proposes narrower lanes, medians, RRFB pedestrian crossings, in-road warning lights and conversion of angled to parallel parking (reducing on-street spaces from 58 to 41). Council agreed to coordinate with SCDOT and use capital project sales tax funding.
New Richmond City, St. Croix County, Wisconsin
After extended council discussion and public comment, the New Richmond City Council voted to place a referendum on community water fluoridation on the April 7 ballot; the city will keep fluoride in the water until the election and council members agreed to draft neutral referendum language and provide education.
Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania
At its Dec. 9 meeting, Pittsburgh City Council approved a slate of proclamations honoring community leaders and passed multiple resolutions and contract amendments by roll-call votes; one public-works art contract was defeated and the Sawmill Run salt-storage bill was recommitted.
North Augusta, Aiken County, South Carolina
Staff proposed citywide fishing and boating rules that would prohibit fishing and boat access in Brick Pond Park ponds; proponents cited wildlife and unattended gear, while some councilmembers noted loss of local fishing spots. Vote planned next Monday.
Quincy City, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
The board approved proposed 2026 license board hearing dates, accepted the Nov. 18 minutes, confirmed the next hearing for Dec. 16 and adjourned the meeting.
Lenoir City, Loudon County, Tennessee
The Lenoir City Council voted to place a proposed sales-and-use tax increase (from 2.00% to 2.75%) on a future agenda after hearing presentations from Parks & Recreation on overcrowded facilities and Habitat for Humanity on a housing repair and rebuild program that would use referendum funds to assist seniors, veterans and people with disabilities.
Pleasantville Public School District, School Districts, New Jersey
The Pleasantville Board of Education held a brief special meeting on Dec. 9, 2025, confirming that notice was given Dec. 4, 2025, and recording a voice affirmation ('Aye') with no opposition noted before adjourning.
Fountain Hills, Maricopa County, Arizona
The Fountain Hills Planning and Zoning Commission unanimously recommended approval of a special‑use permit Dec. 8 for a 827‑square‑foot patio cover that encroaches 10 feet into a 20‑foot southern setback, with staff given limited discretion to ensure minor design changes meet ordinance standards.
Seaside, Clatsop County, Oregon
Council approved staff’s recommended schedule for filling the upcoming Ward 4 vacancy: applications due Dec. 31 with 20 ward signatures required; a public forum on Jan. 7 where prepared questions will be given in advance; and interviews on Jan. 12, with the mayor proposed as forum moderator.
North Augusta, Aiken County, South Carolina
City staff left Ordinance 2025-30 largely unchanged after the first reading; councilmembers split on allowing golf-cart use on 35 mph roads and at night, with questions about enforcement, juvenile drivers and selective neighborhood restrictions. A formal vote is scheduled for next Monday.
Temecula, Riverside County, California
At its final meeting of the year, the Temecula Community Services Commission unanimously approved the Nov. 10, 2025 minutes, received brief remarks from two city council members thanking commissioners for their service, and adjourned to a farewell reception.
Seymour School District, School Districts, Connecticut
At its regular meeting the Seymour Board of Education ratified a three-year administrators’ contract, approved contracts for four school food-service managers and adopted the District 2627 calendar. Board members also raised concern about paraeducator shortages and asked for a market pay analysis.
Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania
Council members questioned the $6.9 million price tag for a new salt-storage facility, asked for itemized costs, and voted 9–0 to recommit Bill 25-74 to standing committee for further analysis and an itemized breakdown.
Portland SD 1J, School Districts, Oregon
Board Chair Eddie Wong apologized to the community for the tone and conduct at the previous board meeting, acknowledged that some comments were experienced as microaggressions, and pledged accountability and improved culture at future meetings.
Liberty Elementary District (4266), School Districts, Arizona
District staff presented Arizona Department of Education A–F accountability results: Blue Horizons and Liberty Elementary exited targeted-support status, Las Brisas Academy moved to an A, and several schools earned accelerated-readiness bonus points under the state framework.
Pittsburgh, Allegheny County, Pennsylvania
Nonprofit leaders and legal-aid attorneys told City Council that cuts to the Housing Opportunity Fund and Stop the Violence funds would end eviction-prevention programs that helped thousands of Pittsburgh families, citing program outcomes and revenue history tied to the realty transfer tax.
Sheboygan City, Sheboygan County, Wisconsin
Resolution approved a 2.6% pay increase for non-represented city employees and one-step merit eligibility; a 0.2% social security adjustment will be reviewed in the 2027 budget rather than applied to 2026.
Portland SD 1J, School Districts, Oregon
Superintendent Kimberly Armstrong recommended 'Scenario C' to sunset Jefferson High School's dual assignment, projecting a phased implementation beginning with 2027 ninth-graders and full phase-in by 2030–31; public commenters split—many parents press for Scenario B or explicit guarantees that Jefferson will have programming parity from day one.
Appropriations, Joint & Standing, Committees, Legislative, Wyoming
Doug Miyamoto told the committee the Department of Agriculture runs regulatory and outreach programs including state meat inspection and the state fair. The department requested two State Fair staff positions and discussed state/federal meat inspection differences, predator control, and cost‑allocation concerns raised by committee members.
Harrisburg, Dauphin, Pennsylvania
Finance director Bob Kenick told council the proposed 2026 budget was built from recent actuals rather than prior appropriations; the city has fully obligated about $47 million in ARPA funds, but pending AFSCME and police contract negotiations and Broad Street Market commitments create upside risk to the budget.
Sheboygan City, Sheboygan County, Wisconsin
Resolution approved consolidation of the boat facilities fund and the marina fund into a single marina/boat-facilities fund following the marina’s conversion to city staff management; existing capital-fund advances and an outstanding mortgage will move with the consolidated fund.
Perkiomen Valley SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Perkiomen Valley honored two parents for donated reading nooks at Schwenksville Elementary, named Coach John Russo and Coach Ryan Sullivan for coaching honors, celebrated Kelly Woycek as a Hilda Menke Sunderman award recipient, and recognized the Marching Vikings for a national title.
Liberty Elementary District (4266), School Districts, Arizona
The board approved Rainbow Valley Elementary’s request for Love and Logic professional development and coaching, contingent on a vendor letter clarifying the training is a staff-oriented framework (not an SEL curriculum); motion passed unanimously after amendment.
Riley, Kansas
Planning Director Amanda Webb told commissioners the Manhattan Urban Area Planning Board recommended approval of the updated comprehensive plan with no public comments; the plan is scheduled for commission adoption on Dec. 18 at 10:30 if no substantive changes arise.
Harrisburg, Dauphin, Pennsylvania
Director Jeff Knight told council the planning bureau added a $70,000 consulting line to support a PHMC historic materials digitization grant (about $25,000) and a FEMA repetitive‑loss area analysis (approx. $45,000); Knight also previewed proposed signage and use‑table zoning amendments and Munis data cleanup.
Sheboygan City, Sheboygan County, Wisconsin
Committee received notice of a new excessive-tax challenge (distinct from a previous Walmart case), was told an independent appraisal will be used in valuation disputes, and approved retaining outside counsel (Amy Bridal) to represent the city.
Judge Stephanie Boyd 187th District, District Court Judges, Judicial, Texas
At a jury trial in the 187th District, prosecutors presented testimony that a complainant was choked; defense counsel highlighted inconsistencies in accounts (hand used, number of hands, seat position) and cross-examined police on forms, bodycam footage and investigative follow-up. The jury was charged and sent to deliberate.
Appropriations, Joint & Standing, Committees, Legislative, Wyoming
Director Budd told the committee the Wyoming Wildlife and Natural Resource Trust seeks $11 million for invasive annual grass prevention and an additional request to continue post‑fire recovery and prevention efforts; funds would be pass‑through grants administered locally.
Seaside, Clatsop County, Oregon
Kevin Lee of Cedar presented a year-in-review to the council, highlighting coordination on FEMA buyouts, Tongue Point Job Corps funding through mid-2026, SBDC impacts, childcare grants (ARPA and others) and internship/apprenticeship programs that serve Seaside and Clatsop County.
Harrisburg, Dauphin, Pennsylvania
Tax administrator Mike Hughes told the council that mercantile, amusement and parking tax revenue peaked in 2024 and that 2025 collections are tracking near or above last year; desk audits and civil collections recovered roughly $1.17 million year‑to‑date and the bureau requested one paralegal position to pursue delinquent accounts.
Perkiomen Valley SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The Perkiomen Valley Board approved the 2025–26 special‑education contracts after removing item 5.04 from the consent agenda to record a recusal: one board member said they are employed by General Healthcare Resources (a listed contractor) and recused; with the recusal noted the motion carried.
Sheboygan City, Sheboygan County, Wisconsin
The committee approved the City of Sheboygan’s 2026 table of organizations, adding a communications specialist, reallocating a deputy city-attorney role to contracted legal services, converting a half-time housing specialist into two full-time code-enforcement officers, and adding three grant-funded police officers.
Liberty Elementary District (4266), School Districts, Arizona
Administrators proposed a letter requiring fingerprint-based background checks for any field trip or unsupervised volunteer activity; principals supported a 10-week soft-check window but a motion to change the letter’s effective date from Jan. 1 to Feb. 16 failed 2–3 after extended debate.
Riley, Kansas
Riley County Clerk Rich Vargo told commissioners the county is at 91.67% of the year and highlighted departments over year‑to‑date expectations, noting off‑site inmate medical expenses have produced a negative pool balance of $88,580.
Harrisburg, Dauphin, Pennsylvania
Director Michelle Moyer told council her bureau brought website maintenance in‑house (hosting $6,400/year), won a regional Emmy for city production, expanded bilingual services, and requested capital funds to close a roughly $106,859 gap in a $202,000 WHBG upgrade after Comcast offered partial grant support.
Medina City Council, Medina City, Medina, Medina County, Ohio
The finance committee approved the annual tax-advance resolution required under the ORC, year-end budget amendments, and blanket expenditures for police equipment, uniforms and a Huntington card for purchases.
Judge Stephanie Boyd 187th District, District Court Judges, Judicial, Texas
In Bexar County, Catherine Marie Flores entered a no-contest plea to a class A misdemeanor assault; the state recommended community supervision, a mental-health evaluation and 200 hours of community service. The court confirmed waiver of jury trial and set reporting and probation conditions.
Quincy City, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
The Quincy Board approved a garage/repair license for Adams Service Station LLC at 19 Independence Ave with Cameron Plant named as proposed manager and operating hours listed as Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–4 p.m.
Harrisburg, Dauphin, Pennsylvania
Interim director Gloria Martin Roberts told council the department completed 38 home rehabs with 11 in progress and 8 approved, distributed $500,000 in bridge housing funds, and is awaiting HUD approval to apply HOME funds to a $113,049.60 corrective action repayment; council also received news of $100,000 for a consultant to begin a comprehensive economic development plan.
Medina City Council, Medina City, Medina, Medina County, Ohio
Two residents thanked first responders and raised neighborhood concerns: Tammy Kirby praised a rapid fire response; Judy Haddam described low water pressure at her home (about 40 PSI), raised concerns about delivery trucks parking in streets, and asked the city to address visible homelessness.
Perkiomen Valley SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Financial adviser Jamie Doyle told the Perkiomen Valley Board on Dec. 8 that the district’s debt portfolio is short‑term and manageable, with roughly $78.35 million outstanding, a net local effort of about $10.3 million per year and an S&P rating of AA; Doyle said refinancing opportunities are limited given historically low rates on existing issues.
Seaside, Clatsop County, Oregon
Dozens of public commenters told the Dec. 8 council that recent federal-agent activity and at least 11 local detentions have left immigrant residents fearful; speakers urged the council to affirm compliance with Oregon sanctuary law, coordinate with community nonprofits and consider local protections and clearer public messaging.
Harrisburg, Dauphin, Pennsylvania
City IT director Steve Ortner told council the 2026 IT budget is 17.83% lower than 2025, citing $724,000 reduced maintenance spending and other account cuts, and outlined a mainframe-to-Munis migration targeted for mid‑2027 with continued reliance on legacy systems during conversion.
Medina City Council, Medina City, Medina, Medina County, Ohio
City staff presented the job-creation grant program report for tax year 2024, stating active agreements, compliance numbers and actual results to date: 1,374 full-time and 150 part-time jobs created with payroll reported at $84,964,916.61 and payroll withholdings of $1,062,061.46.
Robbinsdale Public School District, School Boards, Minnesota
Administration told the Robbinsdale board that the International Baccalaureate (IB) program costs about $791,000 annually across K‑12 and recommended reductions to help address statutory operating debt. Board members debated program value and agreed the decision is primarily administrative but supported trimming IB spending now while leaving open future reconsideration.
Quincy City, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
The City of Quincy Board of License Commissioners approved a transfer of stock interest at Omari Izakaya & Sushi and named Chang Jing Zhao as proposed manager for the restaurant at 11 Foster Street; the applicant said there will be no change in operations.
Medina City Council, Medina City, Medina, Medina County, Ohio
Mayor Dennis Hanwell spoke at his final council meeting, reflecting on 42 years of service; the council presented plaques to outgoing councilmembers Jim Shields and Paul Rose Sr., and multiple department heads and council colleagues offered tributes.
Robbinsdale Public School District, School Boards, Minnesota
To help reach a roughly $1.7 million transportation target, the Robbinsdale board directed staff to remove middle‑school magnet transportation options and voted to eliminate Minneapolis open‑enrollment transportation, a $363,000 line item. Officials say adjustments and schedule changes could preserve some program access while trimming costs.
Harrisburg, Dauphin, Pennsylvania
Public commenters urged higher pay for city workers, raised questions about Broad Street Market funding and LERTA outreach, and one speaker demanded transparency and an apology after the mayor hosted an Israeli diplomatic representative.
Riley, Kansas
After legal counsel warned waiver language could lead to arbitrary decisions, the Riley County Commission voted to send short‑term rental regulation amendments back to the Planning Commission with instructions to specify objective criteria.
Appropriations, Joint & Standing, Committees, Legislative, Wyoming
Director Stacia Berry told the Joint Appropriations Committee that the Office of State Lands and Investments manages 3.4 million surface acres and is seeking exception requests including $20 million for emergency fire suppression, two Esri GIS contract requests, and $340,907 for trust‑land preservation projects.
Medina City Council, Medina City, Medina, Medina County, Ohio
Council approved a revised Sandridge Food Corporation job-creation grant for a renovation at 111 Commerce Drive: the company committed 10 new full-time positions and roughly $600,000 in new payroll; the grant would cover up to 40% of new payroll taxes for three years. The presenter abstained because her son works at the company.
Harrisburg, Dauphin, Pennsylvania
Council heard presentations on renewing a personal services IT contract, a tax-collection agreement with the school district and adoption of a county emergency-operations plan; each item was moved to the next legislative agenda for formal consideration.
Robbinsdale Public School District, School Boards, Minnesota
Facing a statutory operating debt deadline and projected budget shortfalls, the Robbinsdale Public School District board voted to publish a notice and hold a public hearing on a plan to close Fair Pilgrim Lane and repurpose Fair Crystal as an elementary school. The move is part of broader site consolidation and budget reduction options the district says are needed to meet state recovery requirements.
Liberty Elementary District (4266), School Districts, Arizona
Board members discussed naming an interim/acting superintendent for the remainder of FY25–26. Some members urged a quick internal appointment (Dr. Avila was offered), others argued for an open, transparent application and interview process; the board took no appointment action and asked to reconvene to set a process and timeline.
Harrisburg, Dauphin, Pennsylvania
Public Works discussed three measures — an agreement to provide refuse and recycling for Commonwealth facilities, a salt memorandum with the school district at $125/ton, and a four-year recycling contract renewal — and moved them to the next legislative agenda.
Gilroy, Santa Clara County, California
Council authorized an RFP for 73 connector pipe screens to meet the State Water Board’s 30% trash-capture requirement by Dec. 2, 2026 and directed staff to pursue parallel study of hydrodynamic separators and a Track 2 equivalency program. Funding from the stormwater management fund (04/22) was identified as the source for Phase 1.
Liberty Elementary District (4266), School Districts, Arizona
Several public commenters at the Dec. 9 Liberty board meeting accused former board president Michael Todd of repeated misconduct, public intimidation of staff, and interference with records; one speaker called for his immediate resignation. These claims were made during public comment and were not resolved at the meeting.
Gilroy, Santa Clara County, California
After public testimony from students, nonprofit leaders and residents on both sides, the council approved a commemorative progressive pride flag application for City Hall by a 5–2 vote, and directed staff to return with a 'fair memo' to consider a community flagpole option for future requests.
Harrisburg, Dauphin, Pennsylvania
Council agreed to move Bill 14 (extending the LERTA tax-abatement program through 12/31/2026) to the legislative agenda and scheduled a public hearing on Dec. 17; staff said revisions require county and school-district review before changes are adopted.
Seaside, Clatsop County, Oregon
At a Dec. 8 work session, Seaside staff presented a ‘ready for council action’ prioritization tool and recommended the council focus early 2026 work on a pavement preservation plan, a consolidated fee schedule, a simple emergency-declaration ordinance and an events policy to recover event-related costs.
Gilroy, Santa Clara County, California
The council adopted a 10‑month, 15‑day extension of an interim moratorium banning new tobacco retail permits in the downtown specific plan area (7–0). Members asked staff to prepare a citywide moratorium ordinance for Jan. 5 and sought options for grandfathering, chain-of-ownership review and enforcement.
Harrisburg, Dauphin, Pennsylvania
Council discussed a one-year lease extension through Dec. 31 so the Broad Street Market Alliance can access state grant funds for stone-building renovations; council asked for clearer reporting and a long-term plan and instructed staff to convene stakeholders in January.
Liberty Elementary District (4266), School Districts, Arizona
The Liberty Elementary District board approved a midyear fiscal revision Dec. 9, increasing maintenance-and-operations by about $814,357 and capital by about $109,928, and noting a carryforward of $651,274 and a modest ADM decline of roughly 21 students.
Riley, Kansas
Riley County commissioners approved a 2026 pay scale effective Dec. 20 after public commenters warned the increases exceed cost‑of‑living adjustments; HR said pay scales combine COLA and merit to retain specialized staff.
Harrisburg, Dauphin, Pennsylvania
Council members heard a proposal from the mayor to raise salaries for elected officials — including $5,000 for council members and a larger increase for the mayor — but moved to keep Bill 15 in committee pending comparative salary data and pension cost estimates.
POTEAU, School Districts, Oklahoma
After an executive session on employment, the board voted to approve Robin Gillum as assistant principal for PKMS and SCC for the 2026-27 school year; the executive session cited Title 25, Oklahoma Statutes §307(B)(1).
La Marque, Galveston County, Texas
The council discussed the city clerk’s evaluation, directed the clerk’s office to appear regularly on the City Manager’s Report, and asked staff to draft an open‑records policy for police/fire/EMS requests; the motion recorded on the city‑clerk item on the transcript contained ambiguous language but passed 4–1.
Vigo County, Indiana
The Vigo County Zoning Appeals board approved three rezoning petitions: a cleanup rezoning at 605 Otterpoint Court to allow parcel consolidation, and two agricultural rezonings (including 10532 East Union Drive) to permit 4‑H/barnyard animals. All items drew little public opposition and passed by voice vote.
POTEAU, School Districts, Oklahoma
On a series of motions the board approved minutes and financials, accepted encumbrances and POs, authorized stipends from an $11,000 rural literacy grant, amended maternity-leave policy to allow six weeks' pay for new hires, updated the PHS handbook for breakfast off-campus, approved a yearly MOU with Carl Albert Mental Health (no cost to district), and cleared student trips and fundraisers.
La Marque, Galveston County, Texas
The council voted to continue its current legal representation for a quarter and asked staff to develop a request for qualifications (RFQ) for legal services at the council’s first January meeting; the incumbent firm was explicitly invited to respond.
Department of Public Health, Departments and Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Connecticut
A North Carolina Medical Board panel on Sept. 24 granted Dr. David Smith a continuance to Feb. 17 at 9 a.m., overruling the Department of Public Health's objection in a 2–1 vote and setting Feb. 2 as the deadline for additional evidence.
Medina City Council, Medina City, Medina, Medina County, Ohio
At its final meeting of 2025 the Medina City Council unanimously adopted the 2026 appropriations and a five-year budget, approved an airport grant application and multiple procurement ordinances for police and public works equipment; council also accepted easements and agreements needed for local projects.
Delaware County, Ohio
Scott Brown, Central Ohio liaison for State Auditor Keith Faber, presented Delaware County with the Auditor of State Award with Distinction, praising county finance staff and County Auditor George Kaitza for consistent clean audits and fiscal stewardship.
POTEAU, School Districts, Oklahoma
The board voted unanimously to rescind a prior election resolution and adopt a special resolution to correct missed legal filings; April 7 remains the general election date and the filing period will be adjusted to January, the superintendent said.
La Marque, Galveston County, Texas
The La Marque City Council voted 3–2 to extend interim city manager Barbara Holly’s contract six months (plus a 45‑day transition) and to begin a search for a permanent city manager; a councilmember asked to table action after saying an email alleged illegal conduct by the Galveston County District Attorney’s Office.
Oshkosh City, Winnebago County, Wisconsin
The Common Council unanimously prohibited bicycles on sidewalks that abut buildings following the committee’s recommendation. Committee members discussed inconsistencies in rules for e-bikes and e-scooters and asked staff to place the topic on a future agenda.
Medina City Council, Medina City, Medina, Medina County, Ohio
Sandridge Crafted Foods held a ribbon-cutting for its new Center of Excellence in Medina, with city leaders, County Commissioner Aaron Harrison and U.S. Rep. Max Miller praising the company’s local investment, job creation and charitable partnerships including support for Folds of Honor.
Delaware County, Ohio
Delaware County commissioners on Dec. 8 approved a slate of routine resolutions — including purchase orders, annexation acknowledgment, bid schedules, road acceptances and weight-limit postings — accepted an Auditor of State award with distinction, and recessed into executive session to discuss property purchase.
POTEAU, School Districts, Oklahoma
District staff presented the Poteau Virtual Academy (PVA), saying the online program now serves 93 students — 32 new to the district — and combines an in-person support site with an online 'pirate portal' hub for coursework and communication.
Coral Gables, Miami-Dade County, Florida
The commission approved a bilingual voter-education campaign — at least three mailers, a dedicated phone line and a web/CGTV campaign — explaining how to fill and return mail ballots for the city's April referendums, while keeping content neutral and process-focused.
Oshkosh City, Winnebago County, Wisconsin
Committee members recommended prioritizing flashing beacons for school crossings (including Vinland and Traeger School), discussed costs (about $24,000 per crossing, $40,000 per roundabout) and agreed to ask the county/state to fund treatments on their roads.
Medina City Council, Medina City, Medina, Medina County, Ohio
The finance committee moved tentative collective bargaining agreements for patrol and dispatch officers out of committee; the mayor summarized proposed raises (4% in 2026 and 2027, 3% in 2028) plus a 1% pension pickup and staff warned a cumulative citywide impact of about $1.8 million that was not budgeted.
Appropriations, Joint & Standing, Committees, Legislative, Wyoming
Students from Cody High School presented their We the People civic education work to the committee, described making the program a graduation requirement, and requested continuation of a biennial $120,000 footnote to support state competition and related expenses.
Syracuse City, Onondaga County, New York
DOT staff updated the Syracuse City Council on phase‑by‑phase work to remove the I‑81 viaduct and rebuild nearby roads and utilities, highlighting schedule items, a separated storm trunk that will cut 85 million gallons/year to the metro plant, local‑hire targets and environmental and health protections.
Oshkosh City, Winnebago County, Wisconsin
The Oshkosh Transportation Committee recommended two-way stop and yield controls and a set of parking restriction removals to the Common Council, citing school-site changes and bus-stop relocations. All committee recommendations were forwarded to the council for action.
Leominster City, Worcester County, Massachusetts
Leominster’s council unanimously approved a $293,402 appropriation from stabilization funds to buy an available International six‑wheel dump truck and sander that became available, citing long lead times and rising prices for municipal vehicles.
Medina City Council, Medina City, Medina, Medina County, Ohio
Council approved renaming the Cable TV department to a Communications Department and updated job descriptions, subject to final review by the law director; staff said pay scales transfer unchanged and the new unit will centralize city messaging while coordinating with departments.
Hillsborough County, Florida
Review found minor transcript spelling inconsistencies and one ambiguous speaker rendering; articles were revised to correct spellings, avoid inferred attributions, and to clearly separate plan‑consistency findings from site‑level engineering issues.
Pontiac, Oakland County, Michigan
The City of Pontiac marked completion of its 100th home through a city-run home repair program funded with American Rescue Plan Act dollars, honoring veteran homeowner Maurice Gay and praising staff and contractors while officials said more than 100 homes remain on the list.
Committee on Parole, Boards & Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Louisiana
Michael Wayne Greedy (DOC 127536) had parole revoked Dec. 9 after parole officers documented repeated missed home visits and failures to report; the board found sustained noncompliance and voted unanimously to revoke.
Coral Gables, Miami-Dade County, Florida
After a protracted hearing that included retiree testimony and finance staff analysis, the commission rejected the retirement board's proposed 2026 COLA (1.45%) by supermajority, directing further budget-year work and suggesting alternative approaches for retiree relief.
Hillsborough County, Florida
The planning commission unanimously found TTC PA 25‑01 consistent; the publicly initiated Temple Terrace text amendment removes outdated state‑law references (15‑year multimodal program, annual level‑of‑service and concurrency reporting) and adds a policy allowing optional use of a 15‑year multimodal plan for coordination. Hillsborough County departments and county schools registered no objections.
Central York SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The Central York policy committee reviewed a draft 'suicide awareness, prevention and response' policy (8-19), debated wording on coordinator/team roles, 'and/or' notification language, and distinctions between individualized management plans and safety plans; staff will rework definitions and ARs for a future meeting.
Leominster City, Worcester County, Massachusetts
After hours of public testimony — including environmental and traffic concerns from residents and legal/industry arguments for housing production — the City Council voted 6–5 not to adopt petition 9‑26, which would have reverted changes to the MU‑2 zoning district enacted earlier in 2025.
Appropriations, Joint & Standing, Committees, Legislative, Wyoming
The Department of State Parks and Cultural Resources told the Appropriations Committee it needs $4.247M in exception spending authority for seven priorities — including $1.1M for the Cultural Trust Fund, $133,924 for digital archives licensing, motorized‑trails equipment, and heavy equipment replacement — and discussed cost‑allocation policy with budget staff.
LAWTON, School Districts, Oklahoma
The Lawton Board approved the consent agenda and a personnel item by unanimous roll call votes; no executive session was requested.
Hillsborough County, Florida
Planning commission staff recommended finding PCCPA 25‑06 consistent; commissioners voted 9–0 to forward the privately initiated 23.6‑acre map amendment (to Plant City Res‑4) despite neighbors’ concerns about flooding, runoff, traffic and rural character. Staff said FEMA maps showed no mapped floodplain and that site‑level stormwater matters will be addressed during later site‑development review.
Central York SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The board honored students of the month from Sinking Springs Elementary, CYMS, and the high school, and recognized employees including Jody Snyder, Betsy Rao and Bessie Rowe; families were invited to take photos and staff noted retirements and special acknowledgements.
Committee on Parole, Boards & Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Louisiana
Glenn Branch (Georgia DOC 033815) had parole reinstated Dec. 9 after he pled guilty with explanation to domestic‑related charges; the board required DOC substance‑abuse treatment and Duluth‑model domestic abuse programming and ordered no contact with the alleged victim.
Coral Gables, Miami-Dade County, Florida
After multiple neighborhood meetings and negotiated off-site improvements, the commission approved land-use and zoning amendments and a planned development for the 760 Ponce mixed-use project, adding conditions for street calming, landscaping and EV parking language.
Appropriations, Joint & Standing, Committees, Legislative, Wyoming
The Department of Health presented exception requests including a $140,000 general‑fund guardianship assistance request for state hospital placements, a $0 carryforward for the federal SOAR grant, and a mandatory External Cost Adjustment request of about $21.2 million for early intervention/developmental preschool programs.
Humboldt County, California
The Board voted 3–2 to adopt a five‑year update to the Humboldt County Hazard Mitigation Plan, a multi‑jurisdictional document that identifies ten hazards, prioritizes countywide mitigation actions and is required for FEMA/Cal OES grant eligibility.
Central York SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The board voted to adopt a resolution not to exceed the Act 1 index for the 2026–27 budget and received a treasurer's report showing a Nov. 1 starting cash balance of $56.6 million, revenues of $10.8 million, expenditures of $4.8 million, and an ending cash balance of $62.6 million; a taxpayer asked for clarity about a recurring deficit and the counseling program.
LAWTON, School Districts, Oklahoma
Finance director Laura Pacino told the board the Richcrest safe room is now being built, district buildings need infrastructure attention and the district has secured multiple grants (including a $1,000,000 McMahon Foundation award for auditorium renovations).
Leominster City, Worcester County, Massachusetts
Highline/Warren seeks an amended license to replace a 10,000‑gallon tank with a 35,000‑gallon above‑ground tank and larger concrete containment; the Leominster Fire Department cleared the plan but councilors asked staff to check EPA reporting; the public hearing was continued.
Madison Heights, Oakland County, Michigan
Council approved the consent agenda and received a salary order recommending 3% raises for mayor and council; public comment included an invitation to the Heritage Rooms open house and staff announced a dog‑license deadline extension tied to a county software migration.
Palo Alto, Santa Clara County, California
Students, environmental advocates and neighbors urged the council to promote induction cooking to reduce indoor air pollution from gas stoves and to prioritize funding for rail quiet zones to reduce train-horn noise and protect sleep and health.
Central York SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Superintendent-level presenter Doctor Yucheff told the school board that Act 44 requires schools to notify parents and employees within 24 hours when a student is found with a weapon on school property, school-sponsored events, or on school transportation; the district is working with Saxton & Stump on templates and expects to use Skyward/email for broad notices.
Committee on Parole, Boards & Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Louisiana
The Committee on Parole revoked Robert Augustine’s parole Dec. 9, 2025, after determining he violated parole conditions by pleading guilty to resisting/false-information and for evidence that a firearm was found under the seat where he was seated during a traffic stop.
Coral Gables, Miami-Dade County, Florida
The Coral Gables commission approved a 30-year franchise for Florida Power & Light and praised progress on a citywide electric undergrounding program, while commissioners pressed for neighborhood outreach and easement agreements.
Madison Heights, Oakland County, Michigan
Madison Heights approved Skynet's phase‑2 networking purchase — 10 Cisco Catalyst switches, transceivers and a five‑year licensing renewal — for a total project cost of $137,307.26; staff said the expense reduces IT risk and the licensing is paid upfront.
Sebring, Highlands County, Florida
Craig Griffin, president and business owner in the CRA district, told the CRA board that closure of a bank parking lot is harming downtown businesses and urged the agency to address parking while new developments come online.
Humboldt County, California
After LAFCO-initiated negotiations over the proposed North McKay Ranch annexation, the board declined a formal county property‑tax sharing agreement but approved a CAO-directed general‑fund contribution of $1,000 per year for up to 10 years to the Humboldt Community Services District, payable once construction begins.
LAWTON, School Districts, Oklahoma
District curriculum and EdTech leaders told the board the district expanded teacher professional development this year — including LETRS cohorts, NASOT and Lexia training — and rolled out EdTech pilots such as Waterford Academy for early grades and IXL for secondary math.
Madison Heights, Oakland County, Michigan
The Madison Heights City Council unanimously approved a five‑year Parks and Recreation Master Plan after a required public review period; staff said the plan positions the city to apply for Michigan Department of Natural Resources grants and outlines prioritized park improvements and accessibility goals.
Leominster City, Worcester County, Massachusetts
The council unanimously approved an order of taking and easements to allow MassDOT flood‑repair work — including a new retaining wall and slope stabilization — near Lancaster and Union streets. The project is MassDOT‑designed and estimated at $1.8 million; 12 easements (8 permanent, 4 temporary) were authorized.
Sebring, Highlands County, Florida
The Sebring Community Redevelopment Agency approved an incentive agreement with Kendall Blox Company for a $2.5 million development at 139 Ridgewood Drive, authorizing a 20% contribution (about $505,000) and additional local payments for a splash pad, handicap ramp, gravel pits and a nearby retention area.
Palo Alto, Santa Clara County, California
Despite many residents and local businesses urging stronger enforcement and removal of the item from the consent calendar, the council approved the consent calendar (including item 4 on oversized vehicles and related parking rules); public commenters described safety, sanitation and business impacts from RV dwellers.
Committee on Parole, Boards & Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Louisiana
The Committee on Parole revoked the parole of Dijon Charlie Travis (DOC 631115) Dec. 9 following guilty pleas to resisting/false information and possession of a knife; the panel recommended mental‑health and substance‑abuse evaluation and services while in custody.
Sandpoint, Bonner County, Idaho
The committee revised its draft outreach to the University of Idaho to focus on municipal baseline data collection, authorized Chair Christine Moon to send a template letter to approved regional schools, and was told an MOU must be in place before students can begin work.
Syracuse City, Onondaga County, New York
At its Dec. 8 meeting, the Syracuse Common Council adopted a broad set of routine agenda items, held multiple listed items for later consideration, recorded abstentions on Item 22, waived rules to introduce late items, and adjourned.
Norwalk, Los Angeles County, California
City public services crews worked on Studebaker Road to fix potholes. An unidentified city staff member said the city prioritizes the most disruptive potholes and asked residents to report problems through the Norwalk Connects app so crews can respond.
Humboldt County, California
Humboldt County accepted four studies from consultant Exodus Group mapping offshore-wind workforce and supply-chain opportunities and approved strategic recommendations to position the region for potential floating offshore wind development, including a recommended offshore-wind coordinator and task force.
Sandpoint, Bonner County, Idaho
The Sandpoint Sustainability Committee voted Dec. 8, 2025, to prioritize university partnerships to collect municipal baseline sustainability data, to gather baseline/benchmark data by Dec. 2026, to develop a project‑review protocol by Q2 2026, and to advocate staff training; the committee also sent its draft sustainability framework and communications plan to staff for review.
Committee on Parole, Boards & Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Louisiana
The Committee on Parole denied parole to David Tyler Boyd (DOC 751286) Dec. 9, 2025, after hearing from supporters and several law‑enforcement entities and victim family members; the panel cited the nature of the offense and opposition in its vote.
Syracuse City, Onondaga County, New York
The Syracuse Common Council unanimously approved a state-funded cybersecurity grant that will buy 1,500 DNS-filtering licenses (Cisco Umbrella) to be deployed through the city's SBD department, councilors said.
CLOQUET PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Boards, Minnesota
At a Dec. 8 hearing the Cloquet Public School District presented the levy for taxes payable 2026 (overall levy increase under 1%), then certified the levy and approved a green grant, technical policy updates and multiple other routine measures during the regular meeting.
Palo Alto, Santa Clara County, California
After hours of public comment and council debate, Palo Alto approved a revised outdoor-lighting ordinance aimed at reducing light pollution, protecting migratory birds and public health, and applying new fixture standards with specific exemptions; the measure passed 6–1.
Commerce City, Adams County, Colorado
Commerce City council filled dozens of internal and external seats. A contested attempt by the mayor to appoint himself to the Denver Regional Council of Governments (DRCOG) failed; Councilmember Dukes later moved to take the seat and the motion passed 8–1. The clerk then read the full appointments list and council approved the slate unanimously.
Committee on Parole, Boards & Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Louisiana
The Committee on Parole conditionally granted parole to Tony Winbush (DOC 132542) Dec. 9, 2025, citing program completion and a family‑provided residence and employment plan; release will require completion of a victim-accountability letter class and a curfew.
Tampa, Hillsborough County, Florida
A City of Tampa hearing officer heard arguments Dec. 5 over whether a duplex at 4312 West Laurel Street is a lawful nonconforming use; city staff said no 1962 permit was found, while the property owner’s counsel urged the officer to credit Citus/Situs records, Polk directory listings and equitable‑estoppel case law. The officer requested proposed orders by Dec. 17.
CLOQUET PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Boards, Minnesota
After extended discussion about students’ mental‑health and counseling supports, the Cloquet Public School District board voted to align its chemical‑eligibility penalties with Minnesota State High School League guidance, adding counselor assessment and referral processes.
Humboldt County, California
After lengthy public testimony from local cultivators and industry groups, the Humboldt County Board of Supervisors voted 4–1 to begin revocation proceedings for permit-holders who have not entered payment plans by Dec. 31, 2025, and to allow those who enroll to pay 25% of their outstanding Measure S balance annually over four years.
Commerce City, Adams County, Colorado
Public commenters at Commerce City's organizational meeting accused a council member of using a city parade float for personal political messaging, urged policy fixes for parade floats, and criticized recent council majorities for stalling development since 2019.
Committee on Parole, Boards & Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Louisiana
The Committee on Parole denied parole to Joseph Benson Smith (DOC 412040) Dec. 9, 2025, after an assistant district attorney and multiple family members described the facts of the original offense and urged the board to uphold the sentence.
Town of Norwood, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
Assistant performed internal review and revision steps required by process; audit findings and fixes were applied to generate the final articles.
Williamston Community Schools, School Boards, Michigan
The Williamston Community Schools Board awarded contracts for a new 39,667-sq.-ft. Explorer Elementary addition for $18.14 million, approved $337,278 in flooring work and $549,000 for parking lot repaving from the 2024 bond, and authorized purchases of two buses and other equipment.
Town of Norwood, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
The Norwood School Building Committee approved $1,284,768.94 in monthly invoices, a $127,854 WT Richards change order and a $34,268.30 moving amendment; staff reported $138.9M committed of a $150M project budget and ongoing MSBA reimbursements.
Commerce City, Adams County, Colorado
Commerce City swore in four newly elected council members and Mayor Douglas appointed Susan Noble as mayor pro tem. Outgoing councilors were thanked; Mayor Douglas and outgoing member Sean Ford urged cooperation with developers and noted budget and public-safety priorities.
Committee on Parole, Boards & Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Louisiana
The Louisiana Committee on Parole voted unanimously Dec. 9 to grant parole to Jeremy Lee Wood (DOC 497135), citing program completion and strong family support; release is conditional on an approved residence plan, registration requirements, a curfew and a mental‑health evaluation.
Williamston Community Schools, School Boards, Michigan
Board members debated whether to signal support for a statewide ballot initiative that would add a roughly 0.8% surtax on very high earners to raise funds “for Michigan schools,” and asked staff to gather more information on distribution, legal guarantees, and political implications before any resolution or signatures are offered.
Town of Norwood, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
The Norwood School Building Committee recommended and voted to install permanently attached wall padding along the turf field retaining wall after reviewing a relocatable and a permanent option; staff said pricing will be finalized and installation could be scheduled for spring use.
Easly City, Pickens, South Carolina
At the meeting the council authorized conveyance of two properties on South 5th Street, advanced a rezoning for ~1.97 acres on Hamilton Street, accepted developer roads from JBDY 1 LLC, and appointed Jim Walker and Hilary Coster to the Planning Commission.
Philomath, Benton County, Oregon
At a Dec. 8 work session the Philomath City Council reviewed an area-wide downtown plan and three options for the city-owned property at 14th and Main (1340 Main). Council members generally favored a mixed-use development with ground-floor commercial space and a public restroom; staff will draft an RFQ/RFP and return with details.
Okaloosa, School Districts, Florida
Okaloosa staff described joining the Florida Educational Health Trust ('Fleet') as a way to lower premiums and stop‑loss exposure through larger pooled risk sharing. Staff said Fleet requires self‑funding and strong health portfolios and that the stop‑loss insurance revision on the agenda is linked to enabling participation.
Department of Public Health, Departments and Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Connecticut
At a Dec. 11 Connecticut Medical Examining Board hearing over petition 2021-749, the board agreed to recess for 15 minutes to review emails Dr. David N. Smith said show a North Carolina board review that might remove a consent order; the Department objected to further continuance (no final ruling recorded).
Easly City, Pickens, South Carolina
Elected officials debated Resolution 20 25 12 (an acceptable‑use policy for elected officials' use of city IT). After concerns about section 11's potential First Amendment implications, council voted to strike that section and proceeded to adopt the policy as amended.
Pryor Creek, Mayes County, Oklahoma
Pryor Creek received a $150,000 Main Street incentive for the Grand Community Building. Council discussed project scope, matching requirements and approved recommendations to use surplus-sale proceeds and Fund 68 to meet matching obligations.
Okaloosa, School Districts, Florida
District staff briefed the board on multiple sales-tax construction projects and task orders; the board approved an owner-direct purchase of a replacement chiller for Gruner Middle School to ensure HVAC readiness.
Judge Stephanie Boyd 187th District, District Court Judges, Judicial, Texas
Judge Stephanie Boyd presided over the 187th District Court docket, setting bonds, accepting pleas, ordering probation conditions (including sober-support meetings and restitution), and imposing several sentences including an 18-month state-jail term after a probation revocation.
Easly City, Pickens, South Carolina
After extensive public comment from the Dream Center and supporters, the Easly City Council unanimously approved Ordinance 20 25 16 to permit limited, educational use of hens by qualifying nonprofit therapeutic and educational programs, with enforcement by city police and explicit limits (no roosters).
Pryor Creek, Mayes County, Oklahoma
Pryor Creek board recommended appointing Sherry Alexander to EDTA seat 7, approved reappointment of Adam Anderson to a four-year term and agreed to open recruitment for the seat Scott Miller will vacate in January 2026.
Okaloosa, School Districts, Florida
Assistant Superintendent Meyer outlined a July 2025 statutory change that lets districts keep current start times if they submit prescribed compliance information. The district will collect current start times, transportation impacts and family/staff considerations and must file by June 2026 or as required by rulemaking.
Sparks, Washoe County, Nevada
Council unanimously approved the FY24-25 comprehensive financial report and corrective-action plans, approved a sewer-rate business impact statement (with a first reading to follow), adopted an elections ordinance setting 2026 dates and filing fees, and adopted the 2024 International Fire Code; consent items and a planning-commission appointment also passed.
Lorain City, School Districts, Ohio
Students from the Titans Dance Company described performing at Playhouse Square and staff said Lorain is among the few Ohio districts offering dance from elementary through high school; board and audience praised the program’s impact on student confidence and belonging.
General Government Operations and Appropriations , Legislative, Guam
The committee heard Bill 202-38 to create tuition waivers at UOG and GCC for qualified veterans and, in some formulations, their dependents when federal benefits are exhausted; witnesses supported the intent but raised funding, eligibility and implementation concerns, including a UOG estimate of possible exposure if dependents are included.
NORMAN, School Districts, Oklahoma
Taylor Connor, an elementary teacher and Penn union member, told the board the Oklahoma Teacher Empowerment Program survey was extended, allowed multiple submissions and that on-time teacher input should be considered when the merit-pay initiative returns as an action item.
Okaloosa, School Districts, Florida
The Okaloosa County School Board confirmed four personnel appointments — an assistant principal, a Northwood Elementary principal, an HR program director and an assistant superintendent — each approved 5-0 and followed by brief comments from appointees.
Lorain City, School Districts, Ohio
At its Dec. 8 meeting, the Lorain City Schools board approved the Nov. 24 minutes, accepted roughly $34,000 in donations, approved personnel items and operations measures (items 10.01–10.08), and approved a 36-month contract for 100 Chromebooks/hotspots totaling about $90,000 for the virtual academy.
Sulphur, Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana
Resident Joshua Baden told the council public-records requests returned no records of water usage or payments by contractor VEXUS since 2024 and questioned enforcement; city staff said no records show VEXUS purchasing water directly and suggested third-party subcontractors may be the gap in paperwork, and described the marshal's building lease/renovation arrangement.
Oconee County, Georgia
Planning staff recommended and the Planning Commission voted to forward a recommendation to approve a rezoning to allow a 19,500‑sq‑ft neighborhood market with gas pumps and a 4,000‑sq‑ft restaurant; opponents raised traffic, wetlands and market‑viability concerns during public comment.
Lorain City, School Districts, Ohio
Teachers told the Lorain City Schools board Dec. 8 that salary/credit adjustments for coursework were put on hold despite being submitted before the posted deadline; the district said Ohio Department of Education guidance changed and it has requested an opinion from law firm Weston Hurd to determine retroactivity and audit risk.
Martin County, Florida
Martin County commissioners voted 3–2 to transmit Comprehensive Plan Amendment CPA 25-04 to the state for review, which would add accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and employee dwelling units to the comp plan; commissioners and residents raised concerns about neighborhood character, integers for occupancy and notice that implementing land development regulations will be required.
NORMAN, School Districts, Oklahoma
District staff presented proposed updates to policy 4016 (administration of medicine) and an update to policy 4006 to implement requirements in House Bill 2047, including annual staff training on anaphylaxis, documentation and allowances for student self-administration; board requested motion but no adoption vote was recorded in the transcript.
Okaloosa, School Districts, Florida
Superintendent Marcus Chambers told the board the district faces declining enrollment driven by Family Empowerment Scholarships (FES), falling birth rates and demographic shifts. He and staff outlined a 10‑year enrollment forecast, estimated local scholarship outflows of roughly $43 million and recommended administrative restructures and further fiscal measures.
Sparks, Washoe County, Nevada
Council adopted a development agreement and related assignments to convey a 0.207-acre HMNI-funded parcel at 2026 I Street to the Reno Housing Authority to build at least 12 studio and one-bedroom affordable units serving households at or below 50% AMI, with a 50-year affordability period and oversight tied to the Nevada Housing Division.
Lorain City, School Districts, Ohio
The Lorain City Schools Board voted Dec. 8 to reemploy Superintendent Dr. Jeff Graham through 2028. Graham said the extension will not increase district costs because he will forgo severance and bonuses; the board approved the motion by roll call.
Sulphur, Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana
Council adopted Resolution 54-25 to formalize a three-minute limit for individual speakers, allow group representatives up to 12 minutes plus 5 minutes rebuttal (amended to total 17 minutes), and agreed to add clarifying language about recording a speaker's name and physical address in the public-comment form.
Oconee County, Georgia
The Oconee County Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of rezoning application P250226, which would rezone 242.27 acres from AG to R‑1 for a continuation of Malcolm Bridge Estates. Staff conditions include a maximum of 119 lots, a required traffic study and a 10‑year delay on final plat approval; the recommendation now goes to the Board of Commissioners.
Town of Norwood, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
Members asked whether the committee should place originals in a locked archive and allow public access via the town library, and asked staff to confirm if electronic versions can be made available.
Okaloosa, School Districts, Florida
Following public hearings with no public speakers, the Okaloosa County School Board unanimously approved six items including revisions to personnel and ethics policies and new job descriptions; each motion passed 5-0.
Florence City, Florence County, South Carolina
Council approved an annexation of property on South Irby Street, recognized local leaders (including Dr. John A. Keith III and foster-care awareness), accepted a $10,000 Duke Energy Foundation grant for weatherization, and received an annual report from Building Florence Together.
General Government Operations and Appropriations , Legislative, Guam
Senate Committee on Education heard oral and written testimony Dec. 9 supporting the reappointments of David JN Camacho and Evangeline M. Cepeda to the Guam Academy Charter Schools Council; testimony focused on attendance, accountability, procurement training and transparency. No vote was taken.
NORMAN, School Districts, Oklahoma
The Norman Public Schools Board voted unanimously to delegate authority to the superintendent to decide whether Dec. 19 will be a virtual learning day, district closure or early office closure because the University of Oklahoma will host a college football playoff game that day.
Sparks, Washoe County, Nevada
Multiple speakers during public comment urged the council to expand shelter capacity and services for people experiencing homelessness and several, including students, opposed a proposed $527 first-responder transport fee as a burden on uninsured or low-income residents.
Lawrenceburg City, Dearborn County, Indiana
At its Dec. 8 meeting the Lawrenceburg Redevelopment Commission approved $4,000 to support the ISBDC, approved prior meeting minutes and claims, heard a Main Street grant update from Becca Lovern, and received public praise from a local businessowner for winning a tax-credit award.
Georgetown City, Scott County, Kentucky
Council reappointed John Soulsby to the Board of Ethics and Jeff Clockey to the GMWSS board (Clockey passed with one recorded nay), approved a contract for a police/dispatch facility needs assessment, transferred a surplus ambulance to Scott County sheriff and accepted a VAWA grant that funds the special victims unit.
Martin County, Florida
County staff received an application to designate roughly 19.5 acres at 9450 SE Gomez Ave as a Brownfield. The board voted to receive the staff report, set a second public hearing for Jan. 6, and asked the applicant for additional financial documentation after neighbors raised concerns about arsenic and other contaminants.
Town of Norwood, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
Members discussed a proposed change in the committee’s conservation-fund range and a potential quarter-acre donation adjoining Cooper Park; they said title searches and legal filings to accept the parcel could be paid from the conservation fund.
Sparks, Washoe County, Nevada
RTC presented a proposal to reconfigure Prater Way between Pyramid Way and Probasco Way to one travel lane each way with a center turn lane, buffered bike lanes on both sides and pedestrian improvements; staff said striping can reduce crashes by an estimated 34% but may add about 35 seconds to corridor travel time. Residents raised parking and access concerns and RTC plans a January community meeting.
Rocky Mount, Nash County, North Carolina
City Manager Daniels presented a replacement longevity pay policy that would award lump‑sum payouts to employees with five or more years of service; staff estimated 226 employees would qualify this year at a cost of about $336,000 and the council agreed to add the item to the next agenda for formal consideration.
Georgetown City, Scott County, Kentucky
Council approved a municipal order for construction of Lane Runs Business Park Phase 3, funded in part by KPDI rounds with local matches; Raine Contracting was named the lowest responsive, responsible bidder and council heard that the city and county already have local interest in the phase.
Sulphur, Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana
The council approved proceeding with a buy-sell agreement and a 90-day due-diligence period to acquire roughly 17 acres on Highway 90 West for a police training center, with a listed price of $99,100 per acre and $1.248 million earmarked for the project.
NORFOLK PUBLIC SCHOOLS, School Districts, Nebraska
The board set application and interview dates for the superintendent search, approved multiple policy readings and the consent agenda, and voted to convene a closed session for negotiations; a public commenter raised concerns about policy 8130 and use of district property.
Okaloosa, School Districts, Florida
At its latest meeting the Okaloosa County School Board honored band director Jody Dunn for a national distinction and celebrated the district’s high school bands after each received superior ratings at regional music performance assessments.
Town of Norwood, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
Members discussed whether to allocate community-preservation–style funds to multiple school playground and recreation projects totaling about $750,000, raising questions about fairness, maintenance responsibility and whether schools or PTA fundraising should lead.
Florence City, Florence County, South Carolina
Council approved a resolution allowing construction of a new 54-inch gravity sewer in CSX right-of-way for the Jeffress Creek interceptor project; staff said phase 1 costs about $25 million with $24 million in state funding and a tentative engineering timeline through 2028.
Martin County, Florida
The Board of County Commissioners adopted a final assessment resolution for the Coral Gardens vacuum sewer MSBU and unanimously awarded the $14,086,089 construction contract to Felix Civil Construction. The assessment averages $11,438.46 per property; construction is planned to start in February with an 18-month schedule.
Hillsborough County, Florida
Staff briefed the commission on a large, privately initiated comprehensive‑plan map amendment for roughly 7,944 acres near US‑301 seeking multiple land‑use category changes and recommending a planned environmental community designation with environmental criteria.
Lawrenceburg City, Dearborn County, Indiana
The Lawrenceburg Redevelopment Commission announced Dec. 8 that it has been awarded a tax-credit allocation for an affordable housing project after multiple applications; commission leaders said property transfers and a possible city cash commitment will follow and staff and the developer will work to a deadline-driven timeline.
Columbus City Council, Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio
Council authorized a $1,000,000 loan to Mary Haven Inc. from the opioid recovery fund to sustain operations amid reimbursement delays; SEIU District 1199 urged strict oversight and transparency, and finance staff said loan terms are being finalized and expected to be repaid within about a year.
Georgetown City, Scott County, Kentucky
The Georgetown City Council voted 7–1 to adopt a resolution committing the city to participate in development of the Bluegrass Recovery Initiative, a regional recovery coordination effort led by the Bluegrass Area Development District that seeks a $1 million state grant; councilmembers expressed both support and concern about administration vs. services.
Sulphur, Calcasieu Parish, Louisiana
At its Dec. 8 meeting, the Sulphur City Council approved condemnations, awarded demolition and supply contracts, authorized interlocal service agreements for dispatch and tax collection, approved land acquisition due diligence for a police training center, and amended public-comment rules.
NORFOLK PUBLIC SCHOOLS, School Districts, Nebraska
The board received AQuEST/NSCAS/ACT results and discussed reading screener choices under the Nebraska Reads Act; staff reported reductions in alternate-assessment counts and introduced newly hired Native American liaison Matthew Sasma.
Rocky Mount, Nash County, North Carolina
A city consultant told the council a competitive bid removed an Aetna $1.3 million individual 'laser' and produced a Blue Cross stop‑loss option with a rate cap, no‑new‑laser protection and a custom refund provision; staff said administrative billing can be handled and the net premium effect is roughly neutral.
Columbus City Council, Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio
Council approved HOME-ARP subrecipient agreements to stand up a Core Team pilot (Columbus Outreach and Resource Engagement Team) with Southeast Inc. and Mary Haven and authorized up to $10 million from the affordable-housing bond fund to the Central Ohio Community Land Trust for permanently affordable homeownership.
Florence City, Florence County, South Carolina
A Stedman Group presentation laid out a community action plan for roughly $4.5 million in opioid settlement dollars, recommending governance, transparency and a roughly 5-year budget split across prevention, treatment/navigation and recovery ecosystem investments.
Humboldt County, California
A Friends of the Dunes representative described the Humboldt Coastal Nature Center, the organization's stewardship work removing invasive plants to boost dune resiliency and public programs at the Stamps Family Dune House, which sits minutes from the beach.
Columbus City Council, Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio
Council approved an $80,000 contribution agreement with the Greater Columbus Arts Council and accepted title and maintenance responsibilities for a Mothers of Murdered Columbus Children public-art memorial on the Scioto Mile; organizers said the memorial will honor victims and advance prevention and healing.
Hillsborough County, Florida
Staff briefed the commission on an 18‑month, $350,000 Urban Expansion Area study covering I‑4 and Little Manatee South that will evaluate boundaries, infrastructure needs, and public engagement; Little Manatee South is being advanced first and staff recommended a boundary adjustment adding roughly 750 acres.
Medina City Council, Medina City, Medina, Medina County, Ohio
City officials and U.S. Rep. Max Miller joined business owners and Main Street Medina to mark the fifth anniversary of the Farmers' Exchange Building, praising the building's historic rehabilitation, local economic role and the use of state and federal historic tax credits to complete the roughly $5–6 million project.
MARION CO SCHOOL DIST, School Districts, Mississippi
The board nominated and voted to elect Lill Johnson as board president; Johnson accepted the nomination. The board also moved to retain Larry Jenkins as secretary and recorded votes in favor for both positions.
Florence City, Florence County, South Carolina
Council approved a second reading of an ordinance addressing improper use of public places and urban camping while public speakers, service providers and council members urged warnings, officer training and a community resource center rather than criminal enforcement.
Columbus City Council, Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio
Council passed ordinance to require transparency and safeguards for utility reselling in multifamily rental properties, including caps on administrative fees, transparent monthly bills, and protections to ensure residents can access utility discounts and payment plans.
Wheat Ridge City, Jefferson County, Colorado
The council adopted its 2026 meeting calendar, ratified mayoral urban renewal appointments, approved two DOLA TOCI grant support resolutions for Ives and Ridge Road projects (75% grant/25% local match), and amended the CIP to accept a $1.2M loan for a public-works property purchase.
Lexington 05, School Districts, South Carolina
Administration outlined staff-placement methodology based on teacher surveys, announced a rezoning effective July 1, 2026, and set magnet/choice application and acceptance deadlines for families.
Columbus City Council, Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio
Speakers from the German Village Society and a historic commissions chair urged Columbus City Council to delay emergency action on an ordinance that would exempt certain city right-of-way work from Certificate of Appropriateness review, saying the draft risks altering private historic structures and excludes preservation experts from drafting.
Wheat Ridge City, Jefferson County, Colorado
Residents told the council Lakeside Auto Wash's dryers and 24/7 operations have repeatedly violated noise rules and requested citations and operational limits; staff said no notice has been issued yet and that the city will hire independent sound engineers to gather post-mitigation data.
Westminster, Jefferson County, Colorado
Councilors and multiple public commenters raised concerns about consolidation of code enforcement with the rental inspection program (IPMC), the use of badged/uniformed staff and tenant-enforcement practices; staff said the rental housing ad hoc committee is open to landlords and tenants and will return to council with details in January.
Columbus City Council, Columbus, Franklin County, Ohio
At Regular Meeting No. 59 the Columbus City Council approved multiple ordinances across committees — from water-reclamation engineering contracts and smart lighting conversions to trail rehabilitation grants, land-trust affordable housing funding and emergency appropriations — most by roll-call passage or waiver of second reading.
FAYETTEVILLE-MANLIUS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
The superintendent updated the board on the $52,000,000 high-school capital project's progress, including temporary swing spaces and utility work, and said the district will use the Panorama student-screening tool to replace the prior BiMASS 2 screener; the community survey deadline was extended to Dec. 19.
La Marque, Galveston County, Texas
Council approved a contract with Cherry Bekaert for fiscal year reconciliation and an agreement to switch city cellular service to a new carrier (including devices, priority routing for public safety, and a city-issued mobile-device policy that restricts prohibited software).
MARION CO SCHOOL DIST, School Districts, Mississippi
The board amended the consent agenda to add acceptance of a $550 donation from Walt Massey to West Marion Primary School (matching a donation to East Marion High School); the motion was seconded and carried by voice vote.
La Marque, Galveston County, Texas
HGAC consultant Peyton Arons briefed council on a La Marque safety action plan aligned with USDOT’s Safe System approach, citing 24 fatal crashes and 113 serious-injury crashes from 2018–2024 and outlining public engagement and project prioritization steps for SS4A funding readiness.
MARION CO SCHOOL DIST, School Districts, Mississippi
The superintendent told the board that "some form of school choice will pass" the upcoming legislative session and warned local districts will need policies to handle transfers; the report also covered enrollment (about 1,747 funded students), discipline data, nutrition improvements and a near-term need for 3'4 used buses before new buses arrive in 2028.
Wheat Ridge City, Jefferson County, Colorado
After public comments urging the council to honor voters’ choice, Wheat Ridge City Council appointed Susan Wood to the District 3 seat and swore her in at the Dec. 8 meeting following debate and a failed substitute nomination.
NORFOLK PUBLIC SCHOOLS, School Districts, Nebraska
The board received a facilities update outlining playground, dehumidification, window, concrete, roofing and auditorium needs across schools and approved permission to advertise RFPs for food service, copier and photography contracts; transportation fleet replacements were noted.
La Marque, Galveston County, Texas
Multiple residents used public comment to accuse Councilman Joseph Lowry of online harassment, stalking and making false statements about deceased relatives; speakers said they have filed complaints and demanded action; city attorney advised council on public-comment protections and decorum.
Josephine, Collin County, Texas
A concise listing of formal motions and outcomes from the Dec. 8 City of Josephine council meeting, including appointments, rezonings, PID reimbursement agreements, and a lease approval for T‑Mobile.
Westminster, Jefferson County, Colorado
Public commenters criticized the city’s 0°F trigger for extreme-winter activation; staff explained two activation thresholds (cold-weather and extreme-weather), described cold-weather criteria (32°F with precipitation or 20°F dry) and said a new IGA with Jefferson County expands hotel-voucher options.
Hillsborough County, Florida
The commission voted unanimously Dec. 8 on a Port Tampa Bay standard work permit (25‑006), authorized a Temple Terrace visioning contract (not to exceed $87,000), and approved several county/city land‑development text amendments implementing state law and water‑resource protections.
La Marque, Galveston County, Texas
City staff and GrantWorks updated council on GLO projects including waterline replacements (Area 6 & 7), wastewater treatment plant expansion, and lift‑station rehab; council approved two change orders to add one lift station and extend time using leftover grant funds.
Josephine, Collin County, Texas
The council authorized reimbursement agreements with Brightland Homes and Meritage Homes to enable bond financing for Josephine Public Improvement District No.1 (Morningside) and the Morgan Farms PID, allowing developers to file final plats and proceed toward assessment‑backed bonds.
FAYETTEVILLE-MANLIUS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
The Fayetteville-Manlius board approved a $17,000 consulting agreement with Transportation Advisory Service, approved routine minutes and the consent agenda, upheld a prior hearing decision, and authorized district attorneys to file a third-party complaint naming Tucker McEwen in Onondaga County Supreme Court.
La Marque, Galveston County, Texas
Council approved a first reading of a five-year water and sewer rate ordinance that raises the fixed monthly charge and restructures per-thousand-gallon tiers, citing the need to stabilize the utility fund and protect bond ratings.
Josephine, Collin County, Texas
The City of Josephine approved three rezoning cases for parcels along East and West Cook Street filed by Old Town Josephine LP, converting small single‑family tracts to general commercial (non‑retail) zoning to reflect the comprehensive plan and correct mapping errors.
Lexington 05, School Districts, South Carolina
Administrators proposed a one-time $1 million fund-balance amendment to fund targeted Tier 2 after-school tutoring, eight secondary 'expectation coaches' for behavior, and a network-security coordinator after a summer breach; trustees set January for action pending state aid updates.
NORFOLK PUBLIC SCHOOLS, School Districts, Nebraska
Grant Elementary students and teachers demonstrated student-led conferences, fluency folders and peer-editing strategies; teachers and a parent described how those practices build confidence, goal-setting and measurable reading growth.
Westminster, Jefferson County, Colorado
Council set rules for finalist interviews to fill a vacant seat, approved a timekeeping approach, compiled seven finalists and scheduled livestreamed interviews Saturday starting at 8:30 a.m., with deliberation and a special-meeting vote at 1:00 p.m.
Muskego City, Waukesha County, Wisconsin
Parks staff reported high recreation participation and income—summer camp net revenue near $90,559 and Park Arthur fees around $78,000—and showed drone footage of bog removal and invasive-species work at Big Muskego Lake, describing methods and access constraints.
Lexington 05, School Districts, South Carolina
Trustees heard detailed presentations on new and renovated school facilities — including Dutch Fork Elementary, Irmo High additions and a proposed Chapin auditorium — while dozens of public commenters urged upgrades to stadium press boxes and middle-school practice fields and pressed for equitable funding timelines.
Hillsborough County, Florida
At its Dec. 8 meeting the Hillsborough County City‑County Planning Commission administered the oath of office to Matthew Sink and then approved minutes and several consistency findings, including a Port Tampa Bay permit and a Temple Terrace planning contract.
FAYETTEVILLE-MANLIUS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
District claims auditor Leslie Malinowski told the board that staff processed about 6,700 invoices totaling approximately $123,500,000 over the reporting year and that error margins have been consistently below 1%; she described fund-by-fund review procedures and procurement thresholds.
Muskego City, Waukesha County, Wisconsin
City staff told the Parks and Conservation Committee the 2026–2030 capital plan includes dredging the Danube boat launch in 2026 (DNR application pending), Manchester Park Pavilion roof replacement and new picnic tables; staff described submission and council review timing.
Missoula, Missoula County, Montana
Multiple public commenters raised concerns about the parking-permit program, alleged county property grievances and a new homeowner’s basement flooding and missing inspections; councilors encouraged follow-up with staff and the building department.
Half Moon Bay, Half Moon Bay City, San Mateo County, California
After debating timing and budget impacts, the SAM board authorized staff to issue a purchase order to GSE Construction for effluent pump installation totaling $368,500, with the work expected to start in May and funding integrated into next fiscal year's capital plan.
Westminster, Jefferson County, Colorado
The council unanimously approved the first reading of Bill 54 to amend Title 11 of the Westminster Municipal Code to align local rules with new state EV-charging requirements; supporters said the change is a technical cleanup, not a policy expansion.
Muskego City, Waukesha County, Wisconsin
The Parks and Conservation Committee approved an Eagle Scout project proposed by Jameson Cleary to build and install eight Leopold-style wooden benches at conservation sites and along trails in Muskego, including Moreland Park and Bloom Park.
Missoula, Missoula County, Montana
Council confirmed a parks director, approved a tavern/casino conditional use (10–2), authorized a library living-roof contract (10–1–1) and passed routine consent items including reappointment of a Missoula Civic Television advisory member (11–1).
Half Moon Bay, Half Moon Bay City, San Mateo County, California
The SAM board accepted the Q1 FY25–26 financial report but several directors pressed staff for more granular, project-level infrastructure reporting and raised concerns that carryover projects plus the Montero Force Main will substantially increase next year's capital budget.
FAYETTEVILLE-MANLIUS CENTRAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
The Fayetteville-Manlius board recognized veteran coach Phil Rudolph for 40 years of service while the district showcased its K-12 music curriculum, highlighting high participation at elementary and middle-school levels and a preview of high-school choral performances.
Muskego City, Waukesha County, Wisconsin
The City of Muskego Parks and Conservation Committee approved an annual request allowing a local snowmobile club to mark a trail through Janoon Park from Kelsey Drive for the 2025–26 season, with the club assuming responsibility for any park damage.
Missoula, Missoula County, Montana
Council authorized a $148,700 contract for engineering and construction-phase services on a living roof at the Missoula Public Library and discussed grant and tax-increment financing; the motion passed 10–1–1 after committee recommendation.
Half Moon Bay, Half Moon Bay City, San Mateo County, California
The SAM board received and unanimously filed the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. Auditor Jared Somonson of Nigro and Nigro issued an unmodified (clean) opinion and reported increases in revenues, cash and capital additions; no material internal control findings were reported.
West Bend School District, School Districts, Wisconsin
Assistant Superintendent Lenny Hanson presented October fiscal performance (15.99% of the budget expensed) and introduced wbsdfunding.org, a public FAQ site to explain school funding, mill-rate impacts, and the local cost of the state voucher program.
Keene, Johnson County, Texas
City staff told the Planning and Zoning Commission they still must schedule a kickoff for a $250,000 Resilient Communities grant; the work will map underground utilities, rank streets for repairs, and inform sidewalk and road projects.
Missoula, Missoula County, Montana
The council approved a conditional-use request allowing a tavern and a small casino at 2315 Clark Fork Lane (vote 10–2) after staff said the project meets Title 20 criteria; the application includes a one-story 6,880 sq ft building with a restaurant expected to occupy about 75% of the space.
Sun Prairie Area School District, School Districts, Wisconsin
Superintendent Brad Saron and district administrators presented the monitoring report for Operational Expectation 11 (instructional programming), saying the administrative team found the district in compliance and listing 2025'026 actions on curriculum cycle changes, equity protocols, assessment calibration and expanded digital access.
Keene, Johnson County, Texas
The Planning and Zoning Commission voted unanimously to recommend the City Council revise Planned Development Ordinance 2023‑665 for Sunset Ridge, replacing an '80% masonry' mandate with an exterior construction requirement that explicitly allows Hardie/Hardy fiber‑cement siding.
West Bend School District, School Districts, Wisconsin
Superintendent Wimmer told the board the district will run community events, virtual sessions, school-based meetings and focused stakeholder groups in January–February to gather feedback on high-school configuration and athletics implications.
Missoula, Missoula County, Montana
The Missoula City Council unanimously confirmed Marina Yoshioka as the city’s new parks and recreation director; she will begin Jan. 5. Councilors praised her experience and the selection process; there was brief public comment but no opposition recorded.
Billings, Yellowstone, Montana
During public comment, multiple residents and local organizations urged the council to retain and fund the Yellowjacket and Stagecoach trail projects in the Capital Improvement Plan, arguing the trails improve safety, connect neighborhoods and support economic development.
RALSTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS, School Districts, Nebraska
Board members announced that two students were featured on CNN10’s '5 Good Things' segment; the district will share the segment link and will run a rotating digital-billboard recognition through December.
Sunnyvale , Santa Clara County, California
The Sunnyvale Planning Commission voted to receive the City Code of Ethics and Conduct and forwarded a recommendation of no changes to the City Council; staff said the council will hold a public hearing next year (date not specified).
West Bend School District, School Districts, Wisconsin
The West Bend School District board on Dec. 8 adopted a parameters resolution authorizing sale of up to $26,250,000 in general obligation promissory notes, setting an interest cap of 4.75% and a repayment layering that runs to 2036; administration expects to market the notes in January.
Miami Lakes, Miami-Dade County, Florida
Mayor Josh Dieguez used the town’s 25th anniversary State of the Town address to announce restored park funding, record public-safety spending, progress on Northwest 59th Avenue and new federal and county drainage commitments, and to preview studies on a municipal tree farm and highway connectivity.
Billings, Yellowstone, Montana
The council approved most consent items, approved a $13,000 memorandum of agreement with Beartooth RC&D by a 9–2 vote, and voted 7–4 to delay seven Citizen Police Advisory Board appointments for discussion at a January work session.
Octorara Area SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The board accepted several staff resignations, approved supplemental bonus point payments for five staff members and approved a salary step change for a teacher after graduate credits were earned.
WHITE PLAINS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
Superintendent and committee reports highlighted PTA grants and donations, continuing construction of an innovation wing at the high school, Moody’s reaffirmation of the district’s AA- bond rating, and health-and-safety measures including visitor QR codes, expansion of school cameras and activation of stop‑sign cameras.
Florence City, Florence County, South Carolina
The Florence City Planning Commission approved a sketch plan for Cypress Pointe, a proposed 44-unit townhome development on about 3.8 acres, and passed routine items including approval of Nov. 4 minutes and the 2026 meeting calendar.
Billings, Yellowstone, Montana
Billings City Council conditionally approved up to $14,194.64 in tax‑increment financing assistance for facade improvements at 2923 Montana Ave., following a presentation by the Downtown Billings Partnership and a unanimous council vote.
Octorara Area SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
After discussion, the board approved removing a 'safe harbor' provision from the high school student/parent handbook to align handbook language with board policy and recent state guidance that requires reporting of weapon violations.
WHITE PLAINS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
The Board of Education approved a stipulation of settlement authorization, extended interim assistant principal Joseph Spiro's assignment to 6/30/2026, created a White Plains High School varsity ski team for 2025–26, and approved contract absence extensions under the CSCA agreement.
Livonia Public Schools School District, School Boards, Michigan
Division of Instruction explained Michigan’s school index ratings and presented school‑level index scores; officials said no Livonia schools were identified for state support and highlighted growth at Stevenson High and several elementary schools.
Billings, Yellowstone, Montana
After hours of debate over projected utility rate-driven projects and trail funding, the Billings City Council approved the FY2027–FY2031 Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) — a five-year plan of 128 projects totaling $502 million — after moving several trail projects into out years and reducing an evidence-lot estimate.
Octorara Area SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
The board approved multiple vendor agreements and purchases Dec. 8, including a $19,753 signal repair, Navigate360 threat-assessment tools for $11,993.60, Frontline budget analytics for $10,831.84, and an EAP contract with Penn Medicine at $20.50 per eligible employee.
WHITE PLAINS CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Districts, New York
The White Plains City School District Board of Education recognized 184 New York State Public High School Athletic Association scholar athletes across fall sports, with coaches and administrators praising the students’ academic and athletic achievements.
Jackson County, Iowa
The Jackson County Board approved Dec. 2 minutes, certified delinquent Leisure Lake sewer assessments by resolution for tax collection, authorized a temporary construction easement for a 458th Avenue East project, and approved posting to fill a recorder-support vacancy.
Octorara Area SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
Social workers presented 'Octorara Brave Haven,' a two-room resource at the Octorara Annex to offer referrals-based access to clothing, food and hygiene items; donations and student volunteer support were reported and a QR-based sign-up/flyer are planned.
Santa Rosa City, Sonoma County, California
The Economic Development Subcommittee approved a draft quarterly report (Aug–Nov 2025) for online publication and received staff updates on the implementation plan, a virtual 1‑stop shop and business‑concierge portal, conditional‑use permit streamlining, Ross Street pilot, Asawa art panels, and downtown activation projects.
Coffey County, Kansas
The Coffey County commission approved routine payroll notices and a tax abatement, renewed a lobbyist contract, approved a planning consultant contract, authorized a property closing extension, and approved a construction payment to River City Construction LLC.
Octorara Area SD, School Districts, Pennsylvania
At its Dec. 8 reorganizational meeting, the Octorara Area School District board elected Brian Norris president, named Brian Fox vice president and Michael Hoffman treasurer, swore in new directors and set committee assignments and meeting dates for 2026.
Jackson County, Iowa
The board set a Dec. 30, 9 a.m. public hearing for Ordinance 3-20 to reclassify a parcel (building area only) from agricultural to highway commercial, aligning zoning with a longstanding commercial use; legal notice publication was authorized under Iowa Code chapter 335.6.
RALSTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS, School Districts, Nebraska
The board voted to award a $3,094,000 Phase 2 remodel contract to White's Construction and approved removal of policy 6046 (private tutoring) and policy 3011 (transportation of option students, moved to policy 55005). All three motions passed with recorded ayes.
Coffey County, Kansas
Staff outlined an HRRR grant application to improve culverts and add shoulders on a high-traffic evacuation/evacuation route; commissioners reviewed a prioritized bridge replacement list and discussed leasing three acres of Blackberry property for stockpiling rock and materials.
Santa Rosa City, Sonoma County, California
The Economic Development Subcommittee heard a remote presentation from contracted economist Dr. Robert Eiler (Sonoma State University). Eiler said major forecasters do not expect a recession, Santa Rosa taxable sales fell ~2.8% year over year, housing is effectively flat, and jobs could grow by ~5,000 by 2030, driven by health care.
Town of Norwood, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
Public health nurse Diana announced clinic MMR availability for uninsured children and praised Narcan outreach; environmental inspector Angelo reported a residential kitchen opening, mobile vendors, and follow-up reinspections for sanitizer and cooler issues.
Livonia Public Schools School District, School Boards, Michigan
Finance staff presented a budget amendment updating multiple funds, reported a potential sale of 10.45 acres to a conservation group (Friends of the Rouge), and proposed refinancing prior bonds with an estimated $7 million in interest savings; board directed items to next week's agenda.
Coffey County, Kansas
The commission approved a one-year planning consultant contract with ALMA Company (Russ Ue) to provide up to 20 hours per month at $150/hour to assist with land-use regulations; funding will come from the courthouse general contractual line item.
Kossuth County, Iowa
EMS presented FY2025 results showing an ending fund balance of about $1.17 million, $313,000 above projection; supervisors approved a staffing/timecard policy change, purchase of a ZOLL X Series monitor (~$41,008) and a Technomount equipment mounting system ($7,650).
Town of Norwood, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
Inspectors visited 28 tobacco retailers in Norwood and found two sales to underage buyers (one first-time, one repeat). The inspector cited state penalties and a seven-day suspension for repeat violations; board discussed enforcement and retailer education.
Livonia Public Schools School District, School Boards, Michigan
Staff proposed a bond‑funded refresh of 5,000 Chromebooks with third‑party deployment and recycling services; the board discussed take‑home policy, device lifecycle and deployment logistics and scheduled the purchase for next week's vote.
Coffey County, Kansas
An insurance representative reviewed Coffey County’s EMC renewal, noting a roughly 14% overall premium increase largely driven by rising property and workers’ compensation costs and higher building replacement valuations. Commissioners asked for follow-up quotes on drones and auto coverage.
Kossuth County, Iowa
Following a public hearing, the board approved a permit labeled 'construction permit' for Wayne Gearhart but, by staff and engineer explanation, treated as a non‑construction expansion: the facility's permitted capacity will increase from 4,800 to 4,868 head (an addition of 68 head) with no new construction and with manure management unchanged.
Town of Norwood, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
Sarah Dixon presented the Town of Norwood's comprehensive-plan roadshow to the Board of Health, asking members to rank strategy ideas for the next decade; members highlighted emergency-notification, language access and low-cost park improvements such as benches.
Jackson County, Iowa
Jackson County jail held 41 inmates in November; the administrator reported four promotions to full-time, a sergeant recruitment timeline, and asked the board to consider funding a weatherproof camera (installation/programming estimated at $1,657.95) after a padded-cell incident disabled the existing camera.
Coffey County, Kansas
Commissioners approved a one-year contract renewing Timothy E. Johnson as Coffey County’s lobbyist for 2026 at $1,500 per month after a split debate over the value of the position. Supporters cited access in Topeka; opponents questioned the county’s need for a dedicated lobbyist.
Kossuth County, Iowa
After a continued public hearing on Drainage District 20's South Main outlet, engineers recommended upsizing pipe and possibly retrofitting the junction box to meet a 1.0 in/day drainage coefficient; board voted to send wetland‑determination letters to landowners and to proceed to bid letting on an amended plan, with award deferred pending further notice and NRCS determinations.
Livonia Public Schools School District, School Boards, Michigan
District staff presented 3‑D renderings and early furniture procurements for two 2026 media centers, reported that roughly 90% of the $186 million bond program is under contract, and recommended roofing awards for summer 2026 sinking‑fund projects; formal votes were scheduled for next week.
Mitchell, Davison County, South Dakota
City counsel walked the Mitchell Planning Commission through required annual open-meetings materials, including notice requirements, public-comment rules and permissible executive-session topics under South Dakota law (SDCL 1-25-2). The commission accepted the guidance and moved on with no further questions.
RALSTON PUBLIC SCHOOLS, School Districts, Nebraska
District staff presented NSCAS and ACT data showing mixed grade-level dips and gains but an overall upward trajectory, explained Aquest/ESSA classifications for several schools and described classroom and program steps to address EL, special-education and proficiency gaps.
Clatsop County, Oregon
Staff reported plans to make digital zoning maps the official county product (returning to the commission in February), said the Arch Cape Deli item is a 2017 legacy matter, and described uncertainty around a FEMA buyout/NEPA decision; the commission also welcomed new planner Zane Longwell.
Kossuth County, Iowa
Supervisors reviewed a draft lease for the county'owned Emergency Response and Training Complex, discussed a one‑year term with automatic renewal, whether rent should be $12,000 or $20,000 and how costs and utilities would be split among EMA, EMS and E911; staff were directed to revise the lease and circulate a building map.
Mitchell, Davison County, South Dakota
The Mitchell Planning Commission approved a site plan for Commerce Marketing Group 2 LLC and six plats — including Maui Farms and Mitchell Christian Education Association — and set its next meeting for Jan. 12, 2026. Most items passed on unanimous voice votes and several plats included minor amendments or corrected owner language.
Jackson County, Iowa
Tom Devine of the Jackson County Area Tourism Association told supervisors the county's direct tourism economic impact rose to $41,130,000 this year, reported demand for small promotional mini-grants, and said a county events calendar grant application is pending.
North Bend, Coos County, Oregon
Eliana Massey, a senior at North Bend High School, asked the council to support the revived Bulldog Pageant fundraiser for Children's Miracle Network, invited council members to a present-wrapping event tomorrow from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., and said the pageant is planned for April (believed April 7).
Clatsop County, Oregon
After discussion about occupation-based restrictions in ORS, the commission unanimously voted to recommend proposed bylaws changes to the Board of Commissioners; staff noted House Bill 3136 creates flexibility for commissions larger than five members but the two-person occupation limit remains in state statute.
Kossuth County, Iowa
Supervisors approved renewal of a county agricultural lease with Zach Nielsen covering tillable acres and a gravel pit; crop-share reported as county one-third and tenant two-thirds.
Adams County, Wisconsin
Economic development staff described a potential $600,000 loan request for a large Chula project and an offer on industrial park acreage. The treasurer reported 1,102 parcels behind on taxes and discussion of moving county funds between Prevail, 1 Community Bank and PMA investments was deferred to the next meeting.
Santa Ana , Orange County, California
The Planning Commission approved redevelopment of the Fairview & McFadden shopping center that includes a larger 7‑Eleven with a service canopy, a new multi‑tenant building, architectural upgrades and conditions replacing a required full‑time guard with site‑wide monitored security technology, fuel‑spill containment measures, pedestrian improvements and preservation of Husky Boy figures as optional public art.
Clatsop County, Oregon
The commission unanimously approved Ordinance 25-16, which updates county code to conform with 2025 state law and rulemaking — changes include childcare zoning expansions, reduced fees for some childcare centers, farm/forest rule alignment, removal of an ADU wildfire-hardening requirement and home-occupation clarifications.
North Bend, Coos County, Oregon
City staff presented several housekeeping and capital purchase items at the URA work session: replacement of a 1985 wastewater chlorine mixer, a new crack-sealing machine (budgeted $105,000; low bid under $90,000), an ODOT street-striping contract, a Vector Solutions records contract for the fire department, and a Microsoft Defender subscription tied to a cybersecurity grant.
Kossuth County, Iowa
After legal guidance, the board agreed to convene Planning & Zoning for a recommendation and tabled action on extending the county’s solar moratorium; the board will revisit the item next week.
Shawnee, Johnson County, Kansas
Shawnee authorized purchases of three community development vehicles (not to exceed $141,000) and portable barriers funded in part by a Kwik Trip grant, and unanimously authorized bidding for the Midland Drive improvement project.
Santa Ana , Orange County, California
The commission approved a conditional use permit and variances for a new church at 1441 E. 17th St., allowing indoor services with applicant‑proposed hours and expanded Saturday/Sunday hours (7 a.m.–9 p.m.) and adding a six‑month staff review of the parking management plan to monitor neighborhood impacts.
Kossuth County, Iowa
Supervisors set an informational meeting for Jan. 13 at 10:00 a.m. after staff explained a petition to improve Lateral 33B of Drainage District 82 and recommended broad notice to explain who would pay for potential work.
Clatsop County, Oregon
The Planning Commission unanimously recommended adoption of Ordinance 25-08, updating comprehensive plan Goals 16 (estuarine resources) and 17 (coastal shorelands), including new Columbia River and local estuary maps and replacement of the shoreland overlay; staff said maps will be published online after adoption.
North Bend, Coos County, Oregon
Business owner James Crow requested a 20% urban-renewal grant match to bring the Humboldt Club and an adjacent tenant space up to commercial heating code, citing energy savings and safety; staff said the project aligns with the state's Stronger Spaces grant and urban-renewal goals.
Adams County, Wisconsin
County staff and auditors could not find an original resolution defining the restricted K-9 fund. Administrators said county fiscal policy requires using the most restrictive funds first; only program-specific overtime and handler stipends clearly map to the K-9 fund. The committee asked staff to wait for year-end numbers and return with options.
Santa Ana , Orange County, California
The Santa Ana Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit modification to allow Extra Space Storage to replace a one‑story manager unit with a new three‑story, 84,197 sq ft climate‑controlled storage building. The approval includes a condition to dim exterior lighting at 10 p.m. and standard building and security conditions.
Ventura County, California
Richard Corbett, trustee for R & J Corbett Family Trust, appealed a calamity reassessment and asked for remote accommodation; the board continued the matter to Feb. 9, 2026 with a 30-day data proviso and granted one additional remote attendance if needed while urging the appellant to provide proof of any additional filings.
Clay County, South Dakota
The board voted to enter executive session under the statutory citation stated in the meeting as "1 25 2 subsection 3" to discuss legal and contractual issues with the city; members left the room for closed deliberations and later returned to open session.
North Bend, Coos County, Oregon
City staff previewed a petition and ordinance to vacate parts of Montana Street from Pine to Oak, while retaining a 48-foot corridor for access and utilities; planning recommended a partial vacation and staff said an emergency ordinance would take effect 30 days after mayoral signature.
Shawnee, Johnson County, Kansas
Shawnee’s City Council unanimously passed amendments to its renewable energy code to explicitly cover wind, solar and battery energy storage systems, aiming to regulate emerging local installations.
Corona City, Riverside County, California
The commission unanimously approved a resolution finding the city’s planned acquisition of 141 West Corona Mall consistent with the General Plan (resolution 2678); item was on the consent calendar and approved without opposition.
Ventura County, California
Michelle Gutierrez told the board she was surprised by a supplemental tax bill after a transfer to an irrevocable trust; the assessor explained differences between Prop. 13 and Prop. 8 enrollments, offered a year-by-year spreadsheet, and the board continued the appeal to March 9, 2026.
Clay County, South Dakota
During an update on courthouse and safety-center renovations, staff reported brittle cast-iron vent pipes and plumbing chases in the old safety center that likely require replacement; commissioners discussed using contingency funds or delegating authority to the superintendent for in-contingency change orders.
Richmond, Contra Costa County, California
At its Dec. 3 meeting, Richmond Rising reviewed progress on city‑funded projects — including e‑bikes, solar workshops, tree plantings and youth programs — discussed budgets and upcoming events, and postponed approval of prior meeting minutes until a fuller quorum can vote.
Adams County, Wisconsin
Committee reviewed proposed Ordinance No. 145 on animal control fees and enforcement. Staff read current fees (fixed animals $8, unfixed $13; $5 late fee). Members raised enforcement and registration concerns; staff will finalize the ordinance with current fees and return in January.
Corona City, Riverside County, California
The Corona Planning and Housing Commission voted to recommend approval of a four-part entitlement for a 40,000-square-foot Northgate Gonzales Market downtown, forwarding a General Plan amendment, specific plan amendment, parcel map and precise plan to City Council with conditions addressing truck idling, plug-in capability and neighbor outreach.
Clay County, South Dakota
The Clay County board approved a local vehicle bid, authorized the chair to sign easement and contract documents, adopted two resolutions removing non-bridge structures from the National Bridge Inventory, and approved budget contingency transfers and a grant supplement.
Ventura County, California
During a status appearance for application 2411091, applicant Petrie Williams alleged a prior court filing contained a perjured statement and said she must re-do court work; the board continued the appeal to March 9, 2026, and assessor/county counsel will follow up on notifications and findings.
Livingston Parish, Louisiana
Legislators and parish officials in Livingston and the North Shore urged DOTD to accelerate safety projects, crosswalks, roundabouts and large bridge replacements (including five Pearl River bridges estimated at $250'$300 million) during the District 62 FY26'27 hearing.
Shawnee, Johnson County, Kansas
On Dec. 8 the Shawnee City Council unanimously approved multiple advisory-board appointments and adopted an amended 2025 budget on an 8–0 vote, finalizing fiscal adjustments for the year.
Newcastle, McClain County, Oklahoma
The council approved the final plat for The Grove At Newcap (120 senior units), authorized advertising for Phase 2 drainage and Town Center paving bids, approved purchase of replacement bleachers, and continued several planning items to the next meeting.
Clay County, South Dakota
At the start of the Clay County board meeting, resident Robin Shira asked commissioners to address a stalled Republican women’s bank account and reported pending checks that she said must be deposited; she also raised work to connect city water to the Clay County Historic Museum site.
Ventura County, California
Ventura County Assessment Appeals Board No. 2 on Dec. 8 approved its agenda, granted continuances across dozens of appeals (many with 30-day data provisos), reset a stipulation for re-noticing and approved several stipulations and withdrawals.
Newcastle, McClain County, Oklahoma
A Newcastle Public Schools representative briefed the council on enrollment (2,596 students), recent accomplishments and construction funded by a previously passed $77 million bond; the district said state statute limits bond filing windows and recommended June or August ballots if the board seeks to re‑place a sinking‑fund measure.
Livingston Parish, Louisiana
DOTD presented a $1.2 billion FY26'27 highway priority program, saying $913 million is allocated for letting/construction and highlighting reforms and one-time LTIF cash that officials said accelerated dozens of preservation projects statewide.
Adams County, Wisconsin
The Administration & Finance Committee voted to forward a resolution authorizing county administration to ratify a recently negotiated union contract. Corp counsel said salary increases are retroactive to Jan. 1, 2025; the HR director said employees who left will be made whole.
Spokane, Spokane County, Washington
Council suspended rules to add shelter contract amendments (changing funding source noted in agenda materials) and a grants management software contract that saves about $48,000 in implementation costs. Debate centered on the use of general‑fund dollars for inclement weather shelter contracts; motions passed with opposition.
Goodyear, Maricopa County, Arizona
City staff told the Goodyear City Council a membership invitation would let the city access an estimated $100,000 in HOME (HUD) funds for housing activities; staff said the city must meet match and reporting requirements and will return next week with a resolution to join.
Newcastle, McClain County, Oklahoma
The Oklahoma Turnpike Authority told Newcastle council members the two‑bridge Canadian River Crossing—part of the East‑West Connector—will enter construction in 2026, with the westbound alignment opening in 2027; the $96 million project includes a $2.1 million contractor incentive and local traffic detours during work.
Shawnee, Johnson County, Kansas
At its Dec. 8 meeting Shawnee swore in Steele Reynolds, Eric Person, Morgan Rainey and Aaron Aldridge and elected Council Member Laurel Burchfield as council president on a 7–1 vote.
Northern Burlington County Regional School Distric, School Districts, New Jersey
The board honored middle‑ and high‑school Students of the Month for September through November, noting Elks Club partnership; a video of student spotlights will be posted to Northern TV's YouTube channel.
Spokane, Spokane County, Washington
Council voted unanimously to defer final consideration of Ordinance C36808 (eviction diversion) to Jan. 12 so staff can address implementation details and consultation with tenants and landlords, including notification timing tied to lease signing and notices to vacate.
Goodyear, Maricopa County, Arizona
The Goodyear City Council approved an ordinance amending city code to allow unarmed, non‑sworn police assistants to perform traffic and parking enforcement duties. Supporters say the change frees sworn officers for patrol; a resident raised transparency concerns and said license‑plate readers logged her vehicle 243 times in 185 days.
Delray Beach, Palm Beach County, Florida
A representative of the Croquet Foundation explained the sport’s small footprint and accessibility; the commission directed staff to investigate feasibility, costs and possible sites (including the golf course) and report back.
Evanston, Cook County, Illinois
City staff told the Healthy Buildings Accountability Board that benchmarking compliance for 2024 is roughly 65% (about 150 buildings not reporting). Members suggested prioritized outreach, hand‑holding for under‑resourced owners, using maps to target wards, and committing staff and volunteer help to raise reporting levels before performance standards can be enforced.
Northern Burlington County Regional School Distric, School Districts, New Jersey
The board approved its consent agenda on Dec. 8 with one abstention on agenda item 7.03 (engineering services for a fuel storage tank). The auditor reported no findings for 2024-25; the business administrator recommended Jason Bickers for director of facilities and the district continues work on an auditorium project.
Spokane, Spokane County, Washington
Council suspended rules and approved an amendment to Resolution 2025‑0114 to clarify district projects (Maple Ash pilot), a Francis crossing location, and a Quick Build program review. Debate centered on whether rule suspension was appropriate to speed procurement and save bidding costs; the motion passed with opposition.
Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska
The council unanimously approved routine consent items, reappointments, a consultant contract for employee assistance, claims report amendments, food-code alignment with state FDA adoption, an annexation and a zoning change; nearly all roll-call votes were 7-0.
Evanston, Cook County, Illinois
Members debated how to define equity‑prioritized buildings — public institutions, nonprofits, religious institutions and affordable housing are in the ordinance — and discussed directing penalties toward a decarbonization fund and nonfinancial assistance such as technical help and financing options.
Delray Beach, Palm Beach County, Florida
Several Francis Drive residents told the commission the recent Barwick Road traffic‑calming work narrowed corner radii and extended sidewalks into intersections, making it difficult for cars, service trucks and emergency vehicles to navigate, and urged staff to inspect and modify the design.
Northern Burlington County Regional School Distric, School Districts, New Jersey
Superintendent Dr. Zuckerman told the board that 17% of high‑school and 12% of middle‑school students met the state's chronic absenteeism threshold (18+ unexcused absences). He proposed a recommendation to limit counting doctors' notes as state‑excused and will return with data comparing district and NJDOE counts.
Spokane, Spokane County, Washington
City staff briefed the council on a three‑year master contract renewal with Camtech for cameras, access-control badges and monitoring. The agenda shows not‑to‑exceed amounts of $1.5 million for parts/materials and for labor/installation over three years, and Parks would add a $150,000 monitoring component.
Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska
The council approved a conservation easement at 110 Q Street to preserve flood storage capacity as part of the People City Mission building expansion; proponents noted the easement protects unusable northern lot area and complements an earlier special permit.
Evanston, Cook County, Illinois
Evanston’s newly formed Healthy Buildings Accountability Board met to introduce members, outline responsibilities under the Healthy Buildings Ordinance and note uncertainty over a $10,400,000 Department of Energy grant. Staff emphasized the board’s role in rulemaking, equity prioritization and quarterly reporting to City Council.
Delray Beach, Palm Beach County, Florida
Finance presented ClearGov, a new digital budget book to improve transparency; utilities staff also briefed the commission on customer account processes and said efforts on delinquent accounts recovered about $1.4 million over the last 14 months.
Lubbock, Lubbock County, Texas
At its Dec. 9 meeting the Lubbock City Council recessed into executive session under Texas Government Code to consult with counsel and discuss real property and economic development, then returned to unanimously approve minutes from Nov. 11 and the consent agenda before adjourning.
Spokane, Spokane County, Washington
Staff told the council a low‑bid contract to Apollo Construction will add a second well station at the same site as Well No. 1 to increase water capacity and redundancy; construction is planned to begin in spring and continue into 2027.
Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska
Planning director David Carey briefed the council on a package to adopt 2021 building codes and the 2023 electrical code; staff recommended an electrical enforcement date of Dec. 30 and Jan. 30, 2026 for the rest of the code package, with final council action scheduled at next week's meeting.
New Canaan, Fairfield, Connecticut
Planet New Canaan approved temporary use of the Benco Pool parking lot for a tree-cycling program from Dec. 30, 2025, through Jan. 14, 2026, and agreed to explore alternative multi-year sites such as Kiwanis Park while the lot is slated for construction parking.
Delray Beach, Palm Beach County, Florida
After a multi‑year design phase and changes driven by PFAS rule updates, commissioners approved Amendment #3 to the progressive design‑build contract to start construction of a new 22‑MGD membrane treatment plant; staff cited a GMP near $229M and a total project cost estimate ~ $287M.
Spokane, Spokane County, Washington
At its Dec. 8 agenda review meeting, the Spokane City Council interviewed Luis Mota and Jackie Caro for the Arts Commission and Daniel Ray Bear for the Public Facilities District board. Applicants described their arts and government experience; the mayor’s office will contact finalists about appointments.
Lincoln, Lancaster County, Nebraska
Lancaster County weed superintendent told the City Council that roughly $50,000 in unpaid weed-abatement charges remain from this growing season; council approved an amendment to update assessment figures and then approved the assessments 7-0.
General Government Operations and Appropriations , Legislative, Guam
Senator Vince Borja presented Certificate No. 215-38 recognizing Guam High School’s boys and girls cross country teams for winning the 2025 ISA championship; athletes and coach received certificates and posed for photos at the Guam Congress Building.
Delray Beach, Palm Beach County, Florida
After an internal audit that identified policy gaps, the commission amended the interlocal agreement with the Downtown Development Authority to pay the $350,000 management fee in two installments and required the DDA to implement audit recommendations by March 2026.
Kalamazoo City, Kalamazoo County, Michigan
City staff presented a proposed FY2026 budget that keeps the city’s 12-mill operating levy, anticipates a $1 million planned general-fund shortfall, and funds large street and water projects along with $500,000 for emergency shelter supports; staff and commissioners debated metrics, staffing and website accessibility during the informational session.
Lakewood City, Jefferson County, Colorado
At its Dec. 8 meeting the Lakewood City Council approved consent agenda items, ordinances to acquire property for sewer facilities and extend sewer service, adopted a development agreement for The Bend and approved an emergency lease with Volunteers of America for a navigation center.
New Canaan, Fairfield, Connecticut
The committee heard a subcommittee update on Amenta Emma site plans for three parking-lot sites, agreed to preserve existing parking in designs, planned public outreach (survey and Jan. 26 library preview) and heard housing-authority estimates that converting Riverwood units to meet moratorium targets would cost roughly $6�$8 million.
Delray Beach, Palm Beach County, Florida
Ballard Partners’ Matt Forrest briefed the commission on the 2026 Florida legislative session timeline and highlighted bills the city should watch — local business tax changes (HB 103), potential increases to caps on suits against government, and a scattered set of property‑tax proposals — and urged pursuit of local appropriations.
Spokane, Spokane County, Washington
On Dec. 8 the Spokane City Council approved about $6 million in 2026–27 traffic‑calming projects funded by the Spokane Safe Streets for All fund, adopted a 2026 state legislative agenda with housing and climate priorities, amended city code to allow co‑living, and deferred two items to later meetings.
Lakewood City, Jefferson County, Colorado
Multiple speakers at the Dec. 8 Lakewood City Council meeting urged creation of an independent police oversight body with subpoena power and enforceable authority following the disappearance and death of Jax Graton; council acknowledged the concern and scheduled follow‑up study work.
New Canaan, Fairfield, Connecticut
Representative Tom O'Day told the New Canaan Affordable Housing Committee that a recently signed, multi-section state housing bill changes how towns will be assigned fair-share targets, allows conversion of commercial properties to residential in some cases, and removes or lowers parking minimums for small projects. He urged local planning, COG coordination and legal review.
Delray Beach, Palm Beach County, Florida
Board approved an amendment allowing the city to pay the DDA a single fiscal-year payment for Old School Square. Directors warned $700,000 may be insufficient and proposed a grant program to reimburse city permit fees for existing downtown businesses to spur activation.
Spokane, Spokane County, Washington
Tyler Kimbrell of the City of Spokane Planning Department said the Plan Spokane 2046 Draft Environmental Impact Statement will be released in 2025 for public review; the final EIS is expected to be adopted in late 2026. He described the EIS purpose, topics to be studied, and how community input will help shape the preferred growth alternative.
Regional School District 15, School Districts, Connecticut
After extended debate about site options and information needs, the Region 15 Board of Education voted to table a motion narrowing focus on two district sites until January; it did approve moving ahead with Longmeadow Elementary roofing work, grant application steps, and creation of a building committee.
Marion County, South Carolina
Public commenters urged the council to consider a change to a local school model, citing local elder Fred Alex Moss, and a staff request was logged seeking a proclamation for 'Jonathan Davis Day'; nonprofit financial reports for the American Family Shelter were also noted.
Springfield, Lane County, Oregon
Council interviewed two applicants for planning commission seats. Walter Depew was the council's preferred pick for the planning commission and many councilors recommended Wendy Werner for the Community Development Advisory Committee (CDAC); staff asked for guidance on assigning a 3-year versus 4-year term.
Multnomah County, Oregon
The board amended the intergovernmental agreement with Portland to adopt HRAP 2, add 90 new action items and replace Exhibit 1 with 12 KPIs; commissioners clarified that preliminary KPI reporting will arrive in May 2026 and that the official baseline for goal-setting will be June 2026.
Delray Beach, Palm Beach County, Florida
A recent city-conducted audit found policy and internal-control issues but no fraud; a Nov. 10 letter from State Senator Mac Bernard led to a legislative auditing committee request and prompted DDA staff to travel to Tallahassee to respond. Board members criticized public allegations and emphasized correcting procedures.
Marion County, South Carolina
Council members introduced and discussed a resolution supporting federal and state funding for Interstate 73, citing two proposed interchanges in Marion County and the highway’s potential to attract industry; a motion to support the resolution was moved and seconded but no final vote is recorded in the transcript.
Lakewood City, Jefferson County, Colorado
After extensive public testimony and multiple amendments, the Lakewood City Council approved a 20‑year development agreement for The Bend, a 59‑acre, transit‑oriented mixed‑use project that pledges 10% deed‑restricted affordable housing, residential electrification, new parkland including a home for Car 25, and phased environmental remediation.
Springfield, Lane County, Oregon
City staff and MWMC leadership presented mostly housekeeping updates to the Metropolitan Wastewater Management Commission intergovernmental agreement and operations-and-maintenance agreement, recommending language clarifications, a reduced quorum, clarified hearing triggers, updated dispute resolution and a proposed change to delegated contract authority.
Regional School District 15, School Districts, Connecticut
Techcom Architects presented conceptual site plans and costs for two proposed elementary schools in Regional School District 15, detailing sanitary connections, topography constraints, environmental testing and a multi‑year grant timeline. Board members pressed for updated cost comparisons and clearer public materials.
Martin County, Florida
The commission unanimously approved the Martin Commerce Park PUD rezoning for a 167‑acre industrial park (up to 1.1 million sq ft) that includes public benefits: donation of ~5.7 acres for a fire station, restoration of 2.75 acres of upland habitat and agreement to fund a traffic signal at Martin Highway.
Springfield, Lane County, Oregon
City staff presented proposed zoning changes to allow more multiunit housing on small commercial parcels, adjust setbacks and heights, and consider minimum-density standards; councilors debated protecting ground-floor commercial uses, bedroom counts per unit, and compatibility where residential meets industrial.
Romulus, Wayne County, Michigan
Council adopted memorial resolutions for several outgoing city employees and officials and approved a slate of appointments and reappointments to boards and commissions including the Planning Commission, Library Board and Construction Board of Appeals.
Delray Beach, Palm Beach County, Florida
City attorney presented amendments shifting from subjective 'plainly audible' tests to objective decibel thresholds, with handheld meters, staff training and a warning period; residents urged clarity on measurement location and consistent enforcement.
El Campo, Wharton County, Texas
The El Campo City Council voted to name the pavilion at Willie Bell Park the 'Gloria Harris Pavilion' to honor Harris’s 30 years of service. Some family members of the park’s namesake asked to delay the decision, but council approved the resolution and staff said a plaque for Willie Bell could also be added.
Springfield, Lane County, Oregon
At its Dec. 8 meeting the Springfield Economic Development Agency recorded a conflict-of-interest disclosure from Board member Lovell concerning the US Bank property, unanimously approved the consent calendar, and then recessed into executive session.
Martin County, Florida
Commissioners heard extended public comment over Stewart West PUD language and whether 'domesticated animals' would be permitted; county staff said chickens are not permitted under the current 1978/1980 PUD and no formal PUD amendment application was pending in Growth Management.
ORONO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Boards, Minnesota
The board approved policies 509 (nonresident enrollment) and 510 (school activities) and reviewed proposed changes to 5-12 (school-sponsored student publications), 5-14 (bullying prohibition) and 5-15 (protection and privacy of pupil records) to reflect statutory changes including limits on directory information and new language on malicious and sadistic conduct.
Livingston County, Michigan
During both public-comment periods, Steve Williams alleged a court-appointed guardian ad litem lied in filings, mishandled counseling and breached statutory obligations; he said a court hearing is scheduled Thursday in Brighton and urged commissioners to 'weigh in.' No county officials offered a response during the meeting.
Multnomah County, Oregon
Multnomah County agreed to pass through $610,000 in one-time Oregon Health Authority funds to support a new residential mental health facility and accepted $371,004.82 in one-time OHA housing funds for direct client assistance to cover rent and utilities.
West Plains, Howell County, Missouri
At a Dec. 8 special meeting, the Washington, Mo., City Council voted unanimously to accept staff�27s recommendation to move the city�27s employee health coverage to a self-insured plan administered by UnitedHealthcare/UMR with Smith Rx handling pharmacy management; presenters cited pharmacy rebates and reinsurance caps as the main savings and protections.
Romulus, Wayne County, Michigan
Council approved spending opioid settlement funds for two TrueNarc handheld narcotics analyzers ($85,755) and authorized purchase of a 2026 Ford Bronco Sport ($34,183) via the MiDeal piggyback contract for the ordinance department.
ORONO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Boards, Minnesota
District business director Nick Tainter outlined planned 2026 campus projects — phased parking-lot reclamation, four new tennis courts, exterior windows/doors, and tuckpointing — funded with abatement bonds, LTFM bonds, operating capital and private dollars; bids are under way with board approvals expected in January–February.
Livingston County, Michigan
The Livingston County Board of Commissioners voted unanimously (5-0, four absent) to authorize publication of a notice of intent to issue bonds and to approve routine payables. During public comment, law-enforcement and residents urged consideration of a small millage for countywide technology and raised family-court complaints.
Springfield, Lane County, Oregon
After an extensive public hearing dominated by residents urging full library funding, the Springfield City Council voted 6–0 to direct staff to develop a payroll tax proposal for council review; staff will return with details and updated revenue forecasts early next year.
Multnomah County, Oregon
County health officials told commissioners HealthShare’s decision not to renew CareOregon delegation agreements will remove roughly $4.6 million in FY26 funding and eliminate programs funded by the CCO; the board approved one-time bridge funding of $2.4 million to retain about 17 FTE through June 2026 while staff design FY27 options.
Martin County, Florida
The Board unanimously adopted a high‑level 78‑page Parks & Recreation Master Plan that prioritizes trails, neighborhood parks, beach access and special events, cites a mailed statistically valid survey (3,000 mailed, 425 returned) and sets cost‑recovery goals (parks revenue ~53% of operations).
Delaware County, Ohio
After presentations from county engineers, three landowners and the Stream and Wetlands Foundation, the Delaware County Board of Commissioners voted Dec. 8, 2025 to advance the Indian Run Lateral No. 3 drainage-improvement petition to a second hearing for survey and design, while requesting more information on stewardship and financial assurances.
Westminster, Carroll County, Maryland
Mayor Becker presented donations to Fall Fest partner organizations, awarded the Oyster Stroll a $5,000 contribution and named winners of the Miracle on Main Street electric parade and storefront holiday decorating contest, recognizing local volunteers and businesses.
Romulus, Wayne County, Michigan
Council approved a $200,000 HUD Community Development Block Grant subrecipient agreement for senior center improvements, introduced a public-safety budget amendment and approved Warrant 25-23 totaling $1,351,059.80 across multiple funds.
Lewiston City, Nez Perce County, Idaho
Library director Lynn Johnson announced a donated baby-grand piano and upcoming student recitals; during public comments resident Steve Leto objected to prayers at council meetings, saying government should remain separate from religion.
MIDWEST CITY-DEL CITY, School Districts, Oklahoma
The board heard a lengthy presentation on EMDR and other trauma-focused techniques for licensed school mental-health specialists, confirming parental consent requirements and a limited session model; the related consent agenda item was pulled for discussion and later approved (vote tally not specified in transcript).
Westminster, Carroll County, Maryland
The Carroll County Local Management Board presented a needs assessment to Westminster council showing strengths in graduation and insurance coverage, while flagging childcare affordability, mental‑health wait times, and housing instability. The board said it will prioritize suicide prevention, in‑home counseling expansion and targeted RFPs.
Martin County, Florida
The Board of County Commissioners unanimously approved a revised final site plan allowing Meadow Run to add a gated rear entrance to Southwest Layton Farm Avenue, after residents and engineers argued it will shorten emergency response times and provide an alternate community access; staff found the plan compliant with county regulations.
Lewiston City, Nez Perce County, Idaho
The council approved Resolution 2025-54 to secure a Corps easement needed for a sewer replacement along Snake River Avenue but made approval contingent on resolving a Corps-imposed recurring administrative fee (Condition 24) that the city attorney said may conflict with Idaho law.
MIDWEST CITY-DEL CITY, School Districts, Oklahoma
Board members recommended against authorizing sponsorship of Visionary Pathway Schools, citing an underdeveloped funding plan and overlap with existing career-tech offerings; a motion to deny the district's sponsorship was made and seconded; the transcript does not show a roll-call tally.
Romulus, Wayne County, Michigan
Council approved a reimbursement to Welch Packaging for $200,327.31 under the city’s brownfield plan and voted to approve a suspension of tax capture for the Welch Packaging brownfield plan (formerly Packaging Specialties).
Westminster, Carroll County, Maryland
The Westminster Mayor and Common Council adopted an annexation plan for Midcenter Park Condominium Phase 1 and passed a zoning text amendment that allows hotels and increases the allowable commercial acreage in the PI (planned industrial) zone from 15% to 30%, while shifting some review authority to the Planning & Zoning Commission.
ORONO PUBLIC SCHOOL DISTRICT, School Boards, Minnesota
At its Dec. 8 meeting the Orono Public School District Board unanimously certified a final 2025 (payable 2026) property tax levy of $22,921,281, a decline from the prior year driven largely by completion of bond-funded indoor air quality projects; no members of the public spoke during the hearing.
MIDWEST CITY-DEL CITY, School Districts, Oklahoma
The Mid-Del board heard design updates for three elementary renovations and approved a change order to move a sanitary line and add a lift station, declared surplus cooling towers and portable buildings, and approved purchases including safe-room furniture and a turf contract. Vote tallies were not specified in the transcript.
252nd District Court, District Court Judges, Judicial, Texas
At the 252nd District Court docket call, the judge denied a petition to expunge one case, accepted guilty pleas in multiple matters (with deferred probation or presentence reports ordered), enforced a $75,000 bond in one matter and ordered several defendants to consult at least three attorneys before the next setting.
Romulus, Wayne County, Michigan
Romulus officials announced a $1,000,000 Transportation Alternatives/SEMCOG award to build sidewalks along the north side of Beverly Road, improving pedestrian access between St. John’s Lodge Park, the middle school, the golf course and Wayne Road; design is expected in 2026 with construction in 2027.
San Leandro , Alameda County, California
After weeks of public pressure to release an investigative report, the San Leandro City Council voted to schedule a Jan. 5 meeting to consider waiving attorney‑client privilege on the Oct. 31 investigation and set a Jan. 20 disciplinary hearing that could include censure for two councilmembers.
Lincoln, School Districts, Rhode Island
Speakers described why overall school star ratings are limited by the lowest indicator, noted a high‑school graduation‑rate issue in one cohort, outlined pending technology retirements and website search fixes, and announced a special budget workshop for Jan. 5 at 5:30 p.m. in the Media Center.
Philomath, Benton County, Oregon
Council adopted Resolution 25‑26 denouncing violence; an attempt to narrow language failed and the final resolution passed 6–1. Councilors debated whether the text should name law enforcement surveillance and political violence or remain a concise denouncement of physical violence.
Lewiston City, Nez Perce County, Idaho
At its Dec. 8 meeting the Lewiston City Council approved purchase of four 2026 Durango pursuit SUVs for $211,366, authorized a $108,000 task order for wastewater pipeline design, confirmed a planning-and-zoning appointment and approved an easement from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers contingent on resolving a recurring-fee provision.
Evanston, Cook County, Illinois
The council adopted a resolution authorizing the city manager to enter an agreement with Family Focus for relocation and a disposition plan for the landmarked 2010 Dewey building; vote passed 7-2 after discussion of preservation, ARPA funding and city exposure.
San Leandro , Alameda County, California
The San Leandro City Council voted unanimously to authorize an 18-month extension of its animal-sheltering agreement with East Bay SPCA and to approve related appropriations, after staff described intake pressures, neonatal-kitten care and regional capacity limits as drivers of higher costs.
Easly City, Pickens, South Carolina
Council read resolutions to accept Whitman Way and Benjamin Drive into the city road network (resolution 2025-19) and to appoint Jim Walker and Hillary Coster to the Planning Commission (resolutions 2025-20 and 2025-21). An attorney disclosed prior legal services to the deed signatory (Danny/ Daniel E. Youngblood) and said he would recuse from voting.
Philomath, Benton County, Oregon
At a Dec. 8 listening session the Philomath City Council sought public feedback on a multi-year utility‑rate proposal. Residents questioned the pace of increases, tier cutoffs and treatment-plant sizing; the council asked staff for modeling and usage data before deciding on final rates.
Evanston, Cook County, Illinois
After extended debate about costs, procurement and geotechnical unknowns, the council voted down a $38,900 design change order for a permanent dog‑beach ramp and directed staff to issue a design‑build RFP based on GEI Concept 1B (Plan 1B).
Marysville, Marshall County, Kansas
Council certified the November general election results, administered oaths to newly elected officials, named a council president, approved purchases for the fire department and library, passed Appropriation Ordinance 38‑61 (total $247,003.61) and heard routine city reports including PFAS testing and an FBI training assignment for the police chief.
Easly City, Pickens, South Carolina
Council reviewed resolution 2025-12, an acceptable‑use policy clarifying retention obligations for city‑issued devices and recommended limits on elected officials' social‑media conduct. Debate centered on whether section 11 (social networking) and language banning 'disparagement' are overly broad or needed to protect the city from FOIA and litigation risk.
City Council Meetings , Reno, Washoe County, Nevada
Grant Denton of the Karma Box Project gave a comprehensive presentation tracing historical drivers of homelessness and arguing for a tiered ecosystem of prevention, intervention, treatment and housing supports; he discussed local practices including CARES campus intake, low‑barrier policies, outreach and the limits posed by treatment bed shortages and privacy rules.
Evanston, Cook County, Illinois
The City Council approved a seven-year renewal with Axon for body-worn cameras, cloud storage and a FUSIS real-time viewing system after debate on cost, surveillance risks and opt-out protections. Council approved the contract 6-3 after overturning a hold; staff emphasized the city retains data ownership.
Marysville, Marshall County, Kansas
The council approved use of city property for a community e‑waste collection service at no cost to residents after hearing details about secure collection, data‑destruction procedures and liability insurance; staff and the presenter will set collection dates and coordinate promotion.
City Council Meetings , Reno, Washoe County, Nevada
The Downtown Reno Partnership presented BID operations and outcomes — ambassadors, security augmentation, cleaning and outreach — reporting hundreds of thousands of pounds of trash removed, thousands of power washes and reduced crime metrics in the BID; DRP provided a 24/7 hotline for residents and described limits on expanding the BID footprint.
Maricopa County, Arizona
County planners presented TA 25001, a comprehensive modernization of Maricopa County’s zoning code that includes new rules for battery energy storage setbacks, limits on short-term rentals, ADU changes aligned with state law, administrative parking reductions and new rules for event venues; supervisors asked staff for guardrails and monitoring. (Vote scheduled Dec. 10.)
Half Moon Bay, Half Moon Bay City, San Mateo County, California
Council presented a proclamation honoring Lynn Adams’ 24 years leading the Pacific Beach Coalition, citing volunteer mobilization, habitat restoration and youth education. Council and community members praised Adams’ leadership and announced plans to name Rockaway switchback trails in her honor pending Caltrans approval.
Pueblo City, Pueblo County, Colorado
A council member moved and the council approved entering an executive session to discuss positions and strategy related to the PEDCO contract and to receive legal advice under Colorado statute CRS 24‑6‑402(4)(b); the meeting recessed and was set to resume at 7:15 p.m.
Tuttle, Grady County, Oklahoma
The Tuttle Development Authority approved a tenant equipment installation fee for broadband; the Tuttle Public Works Authority and council approved FY2026 fee schedule adjustments including 7.5% water/sewer increases, a natural gas unit rate change (from $4 to $5), and a sanitation CPI-based increase capped at 5.06% pending clerk confirmation of the correct BLS CPI figure.
DuPage County, Illinois
Choose DuPage and county workforce staff told the strategic planning committee that Class A office vacancy in DuPage County is rising (about 22.4%), leasing activity plunged (18 deals in 2025 vs. 177 in 2024) and repurposing office stock — including multifamily conversions and alternative uses — is a strategic priority; workforce programs reported strong attendance and employment outcomes.
Marysville, Marshall County, Kansas
Council approved the Water/Sewer Committee recommendation to hire CES to prepare a 7th Street Corridor stormwater drainage plan for a lump‑sum fee of $83,630, with staff proposing to split the cost between the stormwater fund and sales tax.
Tuttle, Grady County, Oklahoma
The council approved $313,173.99 to purchase the ambulance box and options from Emergency Vehicle Sales and Service for the new ambulance build; staff said the purchase is reimbursable by the 5/22 board and final assembly is underway.
DuPage County, Illinois
County staff told the strategic planning committee that ARPA funds have been aligned to one‑time expenses, that 107 grant programs spent about $95.3 million in FY2024, and that a new ERP procurement process is planned with a projected go‑live in 2030; the committee approved meeting minutes.
Half Moon Bay, Half Moon Bay City, San Mateo County, California
Council approved the consent calendar (including an amended salary-schedule attachment and awards for playground equipment improvements). A resident urged more transparency and interim reporting for the Pacifica Tourism Marketing District contract, which staff said is between PTMD and SF Peninsula and that the city is facilitating.
Tuttle, Grady County, Oklahoma
Council approved changes to vacation accrual (80 hours first three years; 120 after three years; 160 after six years), eliminated vacation buyback, and raised maximum sick leave accrual from 360 to 480 hours to align with FMLA; the changes passed unanimously.
Easly City, Pickens, South Carolina
Council held first reading of ordinance 2025-16 to permit certain tax-exempt nonprofits to keep up to 12 hens (no roosters) on at least five contiguous acres for educational or therapeutic programs; the measure includes annual permits, enforcement by Easley Police, coop maintenance standards and a prohibition on on-site slaughter. Council members voiced both support and concern about precedent and enforcement burdens.
Miami Lakes, Miami-Dade County, Florida
Speakers at a Miami Lakes anniversary event traced the town����������'s origins to the Graham family, noting Graham's Dairy (founded January 1932), the donation of parkland for youth sports, and the charter vote on 12/05/2000 that established the town.
Marysville, Marshall County, Kansas
After a multi‑hour presentation, the Marysville City Council voted to endorse the Blue River Rail Trail/7th Street corridor design and offered support for grant and fundraising efforts, including pursuing KDOT’s Safe Streets program. Council asked staff to assist with outreach and letters of support.
Tuttle, Grady County, Oklahoma
As Cowen Group's contract nears expiration, Tuttle approved interim service agreements with Glenn Sullivan & Associates and WDB Engineering PLLC to provide continuity on water, sewer and capital projects while staff prepares RFQs/RFPs for longer-term contracts.
Clayton County State Court 304, Texas Courts, Judicial, Texas
During the Dec. 8 traffic calendar Judge Tammy Long Hayward instructed Zoom attendees to display full names, follow breakout-room procedures for conferences with the prosecutor, and collect payment and paperwork at the 2nd Floor traffic window; failure to comply may lead to failure-to-appear findings.
Easly City, Pickens, South Carolina
First reading of ordinance 2025-15 would rezone about 1.97 acres on the east side of Hamilton Street (tax map 501911578031) from General Commercial to General Residential (GR-1). The property owner envisions up to 10 single-family units; staff said access would be from Hamilton and the change would make the parcel contiguous with adjacent residential zoning.
Half Moon Bay, Half Moon Bay City, San Mateo County, California
At its Dec. 8 meeting the Pacifica City Council unanimously appointed Christine Bowles as mayor and Greg Wright as vice mayor. Bowles outlined priorities including coastal adaptation, a climate action implementation committee and attention to housing and financial sustainability.
Tuttle, Grady County, Oklahoma
Council approved a concurrence letter requested by ODOT to initiate NEPA environmental review for the Highway 37 widening project; staff said ODOT clarified that utility relocation costs would be reimbursable and the concurrence relates to the environmental clearance rather than cost allocation.
City Council Meetings , Reno, Washoe County, Nevada
An Arts & Culture presenter outlined a draft National Register nomination for a roughly 1‑mile East 4th Street historic district, explaining it is an honorary designation that can make contributing buildings eligible for federal rehabilitation tax credits but does not itself impose local development controls.
Clayton County State Court 304, Texas Courts, Judicial, Texas
Judge Tammy Long Hayward presided over the Dec. 8 traffic bench calendar in Courtroom 304. Dozens of routine traffic citations were called; many defendants entered no-contest pleas or agreed to fines (commonly $100 plus state surcharges) while several matters were dismissed or bound over to state court.
Easly City, Pickens, South Carolina
At a work session, Easley council held a second reading of ordinance 2025-14 to authorize conveyance of property at 201 and 205 S. 5th St.; councilors raised appraisal and parking questions and several members suggested transferring the site to the school district, which staff said has plans for adult-education and theater programs.
Portland SD 1J, School Districts, Oregon
At a Dec. 8 listening session at Jefferson High, the superintendent recommended "Scenario C" to end Jefferson's dual-assignment zone and reassign multiple elementary feeders; community speakers were sharply divided over equity, safety, enrollment projections and whether the plan should include guaranteed, front‑loaded funding for program parity.
Tuttle, Grady County, Oklahoma
City council adopted the FY2026 all-funds budget at about $19,548,101, incorporating collective-bargaining agreements, water/sewer fee increases (7.5%), and capital projects including Shrock Park improvements; council approved Resolution 25-15 after a public hearing with no speakers.
Pueblo City, Pueblo County, Colorado
Council heard a brief slate of community announcements including a Town Hall on building permitting, a youth basketball skills challenge, the opening of Fire Station 6, and Police Department weekly statistics showing 2,274 calls for service and other operational details.
North Augusta, Aiken County, South Carolina
After stabilizing billing operations, staff proposed returning to standard billing next month, offering payment plans through the end of 2026 for delinquent accounts, and resuming shutoffs in February for customers over 90 days delinquent who have not enrolled in a plan.
Tuttle, Grady County, Oklahoma
The Tuttle City Council unanimously approved a $550,777 construction contract with Calm Construction LLC for an addition to Fire Station No. 2, subject to final city manager sign-off and standard contract checkbox adjustments, funded largely through Grady County fire tax allocations.
Sun Prairie Area School District, School Districts, Wisconsin
District leaders presented the Student Results Policy 2 monitoring report for 2024–25, reporting reasonable progress on 10 of 12 board expectations, attendance at 79% (just below the 80% target), and a failure to make reasonable progress on high-school grade proficiency; officials outlined curriculum and attendance actions for 2025–26.
Quincy City, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
Council approved multiple Ward 4 mitigation appropriations for schools and traffic, adopted state stop‑arm camera language for school buses, granted an easement for a Hancock Street development, and approved use of Chapter 149A for a proposed performing arts center (pipeline action; no funding).
Pueblo City, Pueblo County, Colorado
Steel City Theater leaders and student performers told council the company provides low‑cost performing‑arts training, summer camps and weekly programming; they requested consideration for discretionary funds and described a $100,000 fundraising goal to sustain staff and programming.
Evanston, Cook County, Illinois
Item A22—a contract for the Evanston police body-worn camera program—was moved forward to the full City Council with a neutral recommendation; committee members agreed to save debate for council.
The Village, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma
Council members discussed Phase 4 of the parks plan (Johnson Park pavilion and life station), sidewalk projects to go to bid in January, and pledged to address top street repairs (including Carrie Lane) that missed bond funding; staff committed to working with neighborhoods to find resources.
Madera County, California
The board approved the consent calendar, multiple human‑resources CalPERS compliance resolutions, special‑compensation appointments, a road‑impact fee freeze continuance and a building‑code reading schedule; all recorded votes were unanimous (5–0) on Dec. 9.
Quincy City, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
An ordinance committee convened to question Riley Brothers and National Grid about an Oct. 22 on‑site injury but both declined to appear, citing ongoing investigations; the committee preserved letters and urged the companies to return after inquiries conclude.
Pueblo City, Pueblo County, Colorado
Sherry Shaffer, county director of the CSU Extension office, told Pueblo City Council the Extension is a branch of CSU Fort Collins, jointly funded by Pueblo County and CSU, and described programs including 4‑H, Master Gardeners, AgFest and a seed‑lending library.
Evanston, Cook County, Illinois
The committee approved A15, a $194,300 contract with Eco Lighting Services for 2025 lighting upgrades; assistant city engineer Chris Souza said the city can apply for ComEd incentives if it applies at least 90 days before construction and staff will identify eligible fixtures.
Waunakee Community School District, School Districts, Wisconsin
The board approved facility committee recommendations that reallocate prior high-school savings and reduced middle-school savings to create a $2.5 million option for short-term high-school campus work, and approved the committee's maintenance projects list with one item removed for storage reasons.
Madera County, California
Pioneer Community Energy presented a feasibility study and invited the county to file CPUC paperwork to explore joining a CCA. Several supervisors said they lacked sufficient information or comfort to proceed and the item produced no motion; staff will continue to track regional CCA developments.
Quincy City, Norfolk County, Massachusetts
Assessors presented a $24.9 billion city assessment and options to keep a single tax rate or shift to a split rate; extensive public comment urged relief for seniors and owner‑occupants. Council deferred the final residential‑factor vote until levy details are available.
The Village, Oklahoma County, Oklahoma
The Village discussed ordinances to update local code after state legislative changes: a prohibition on handheld phones in school/work zones and rules on alcohol transport and marijuana consumption; discussion addressed overlap with existing municipal code and certain statutory exclusions for private/charter buses.
Hoffman Estates, Cook County, Illinois
The Transportation and Road Improvement Committee approved an intergovernmental agreement with IDOT for improvements at Illinois 72 and Huntington Boulevard (Village share estimated at about $61,500) and adopted an ordinance adding no-parking designations for Cheltenham Place and Whittingham Lane.
McLean County, Illinois
The committee approved the consent agenda, combined board appointments, a candidate introduced himself for a District 4 vacancy, adopted county legislative principles and the 2026 legislative program, received an IT/ERP progress report targeting a Feb. 17 finance go‑live, and approved several intergovernmental agreements and emergency appropriations.
LOUISVILLE MUNICIPAL SCHOOL DIST, School Districts, Mississippi
During the superintendent's report, the superintendent said the Winston County Board of Supervisors unanimously passed a resolution backing public education in the Louisville Municipal School District and stating they do not support school choice or voucher programs; she said copies were distributed to contacts in Jackson and that she will continue outreach.
LOUISVILLE MUNICIPAL SCHOOL DIST, School Districts, Mississippi
At its meeting, the Louisville Municipal School District board approved the agenda and several consent and financial items, authorized extra‑duty pay for coaches for the 2025–26 school year, approved a student transfer and amended a residential lease; it also voted to name the high school football field for Coach MC Miller and to enter executive session.
Hoffman Estates, Cook County, Illinois
The village adopted code changes to extend residential rental licenses that would expire Dec. 31 to March 31, 2026, and to change future license expiration dates to March 31 each year to align with a new BS&A ERP system planned for late January 2026.
Madera County, California
After a multi‑month procurement and a grower questionnaire, the board authorized a HydroSat remote‑sensing contract (not to exceed $493,020) for groundwater measurement, with direction to staff to consider fee reductions and stewardship of meter/options costs.
McLean County, Illinois
The county health department told the executive committee it paused embargoes of hemp-derived THC beverages after initial removals in September and November, citing unclear regulatory authority from IDPH and FDA; business owners say inconsistent enforcement caused financial harm and want clearer, written guidance and timelines.
Madera County, California
The Groundwater Sustainability Agency approved a program offering up to $35,000 per eligible dry domestic well in the Madera Sub‑Basin, with eligibility rules (owner 12+ months, home habitability, wells under 30 years old) and payback lien provisions for short‑term transfers.
Concord, Merrimack County , New Hampshire
City staff and Casella presented a two-phase plan to switch Concord to automated curbside trash and recycling: a pilot week beginning June 29, 2026, followed by citywide rollout in 2028. Standard carts will be 65 gallons for trash and 95 gallons for recycling; residents on pilot routes can request alternative sizes through March 31, 2026.
Evanston, Cook County, Illinois
The committee approved A12, a contract award for the main library roof replacement, after Council Member Davis urged that city-library repair collaboration be clarified and Desai, the city CFO, explained the prorated bond debt service split between the city and library.
Madera County, California
The Board of Supervisors adopted a general‑plan amendment to redraw the O'Neil's area plan boundary and approved agricultural preserve/Williamson Act contracts for 2026 after staff presentations and minimal public comment; both votes were unanimous.
Evanston, Cook County, Illinois
At the Dec. 8 Administration Public Works Committee meeting, Tina Paden urged city review of Family Focus’s renovation plans and funding, raised preservation concerns tied to the Fifth Ward School and called for coordination with preservation and reparations committees.
Madera County, California
Multiple IHSS and in-home caregivers told the Board of Supervisors that low pay is forcing workers to leave, threatening care continuity for seniors and people with disabilities. Speakers asked the board to bargain for a contract that will recruit and retain qualified caregivers.
New Richmond City, St. Croix County, Wisconsin
Council approved a room-reservation and fee policy for meeting rooms in the forthcoming New Richmond community library, covering hours, conduct, food and fee schedules; council plans to review the policy in six months after the building opens.
Richmond, Contra Costa County, California
Salma, the city e‑bike manager, told the Richmond Rising meeting that theft and vandalism of shared e‑bikes have declined after operational changes and new staff; the committee also heard that a façade improvement pilot will launch offering up to $15,000 per business and that businesses need owner approval but need not own the building.
Concord, Merrimack County , New Hampshire
Council approved purchasing a $48,540 snow gun for Beaver Meadow, accepting a $24,270 donation from Ski the Beav and a $24,270 New Hampshire Saves rebate so the purchase imposes no net cost on the city. Councilors pressed staff on storage, operational responsibility and hydrant hookups before approving the measure by the required two-thirds majority.
Middleton, Canyon County, Idaho
The commission recommended approval of a phasing amendment for the Waterford Subdivision that delays construction on the Circle Drain and Middleton Mill Ditch from Phase 4 to Phase 5 to allow off‑season coordination; the motion carries and will be forwarded to city council.
Concord, Merrimack County , New Hampshire
The Concord City Council voted Dec. 8 to appropriate $370,000 to acquire 153.09 acres from 2 Granite Place LLC; about 134.89 acres will carry a conservation easement, with roughly 18.2 acres reserved for future taxable development. The vote passed by the required two-thirds majority amid public debate about tax benefits and management costs.
Middleton, Canyon County, Idaho
The Planning & Zoning Commission voted to recommend approval of M3 Woodland’s development-agreement modification for the Quarry East (Corey East) subdivision, approving most requested changes but conditioning approval on additional stormwater pretreatment and developer responsibility for private-street maintenance; commissioners also removed proposed sewer-fee credit language.
Supreme Court of Texas, Judicial, Texas
The Supreme Court of Texas heard oral arguments in case no. 240883 over whether a federal statute of repose bars a wrongful-death suit tied to a Bell helicopter and whether a flight manual (or a subsection of it) qualifies as a "part" that can restart the repose period.
Proviso Twp HSD 209, School Boards, Illinois
At its Dec. 9 meeting the Horizon Township High School Board of Education voted to move into executive session, citing Illinois Open Meetings Act exemptions for litigation, personnel, collective bargaining and individual student matters; the motion passed on a roll call with five ayes and two absences.
LAKELAND DISTRICT, School Districts, Idaho
Board members and administrators reviewed proposed edits to the district's student discipline policy, clarifying when "informal hearings" occur, that temporary removal for safety is not automatically disciplinary, and that detailed threat-assessment procedures should live in administrative templates rather than the public policy.