What happened on Saturday, 15 November 2025
Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners, Boards & Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Louisiana
OTEC voted to temporarily accept the Louisiana law-and-rules course as meeting the annual ethics continuing-education requirement while staff pursues more permanent options and coordinates with CE Broker; Dr. Vann will bring a procedural change to the board in December for implementation.
Seattle, King County, Washington
On Nov. 14 the Select Budget Committee attached FG101B1 to the 2026 budget ordinance, directing $1,060,000 into a federal-response reserve to prepare for potential federal funding disruptions; the measure passed 6–3 after debate over alternative district uses.
Doña Ana County, New Mexico
The county approved two resolutions creating a Youth Commission to begin Jan. 2026, funding it with $20,000 already in the FY26 budget plus an $80,000 allocation from general fund reserves; the program will recruit 30 high school students (10 per school district) and compensate them up to $13/hour for up to 15 hours per month.
Cheyenne, Laramie County, Wyoming
The Cheyenne Animal Shelter asked the City of Cheyenne and Laramie County for a combined $1,000,000 contract increase for the coming fiscal year, presenting a cost-recovery model and saying the request would cover roughly 84% of prior-year sheltering expenses while reducing donor dependence.
Doña Ana County, New Mexico
Facing potential insolvency, Doña Ana County commissioners approved a rate increase for Camino Real regional utility customers—raising an example residential monthly charge from about $20 to $27—with ongoing 3% annual increases recommended; commissioners expressed reluctance but concluded there were no viable alternatives.
Iowa County, Iowa
After hearing from a guest who forwarded requests from Wright County landowners, the Board voted to support an ISAC amicus/analytical brief upholding local pipeline ordinance authority but rejected a $500 donation request, approving non‑monetary support instead.
Labor and Workforce Development, Deparments in Office of the Governor, Organizations, Executive, Tennessee
The State Workforce Development Board approved a plan to pilot the CLIF 'benefits cliff' tool at a Nashville American Job Center, training staff and tracking outcomes locally beginning in January with statewide rollout planned for mid‑2026.
Seattle, King County, Washington
Speakers at the Select Budget Committee’s hybrid public-comment period urged council members to preserve shelter and tenant-assistance funding after a Continuum of Care NOFO that local advocates say could put up to $40 million at risk.
Doña Ana County, New Mexico
Doña Ana County commissioners approved a resolution expressing intent to issue up to $4.04 million in industrial revenue bonds for the Rio Grande Solar LLC project, assigning Resolution 2025-142 and discussing statutory PILOT apportionment and community benefit options.
Doña Ana County, New Mexico
Doña Ana County commissioners postponed consideration of a Sunland Park petition to annex roughly 2,625 acres after residents and staff raised concerns about inadequate notice, "donut‑hole" service gaps, private roads and impacts on utility service areas; the board directed legal staff to analyze options and placed the item on the Nov. 25 agenda.
Governor's Cabinet: Rep. DeSantis, Executive , Florida
In New Haven, Gov. Ron DeSantis defended Florida's COVID policy of keeping schools and businesses open, said his administration removed Soros‑funded prosecutors, and criticized federal border policy while recounting the Martha’s Vineyard migrant relocation incident.
Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners, Boards & Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Louisiana
A state representative told the OTEC meeting that proposed OT Compact rules to allow states to avoid criminal background checks and to upload broad practitioner data raised legal and privacy concerns; the commission voted down those proposals and Louisiana worked to limit centralized data uploads, favoring an API/individual approach.
Governor's Cabinet: Rep. DeSantis, Executive , Florida
Speaking at the Buckley Institute, Gov. Ron DeSantis credited Florida’s education policies—universal school choice, civics requirements, speech-and-debate funding—and said the state eliminated DEI from public universities and instituted five-year reviews for tenured professors.
2025 Legislature NV, Nevada
The Senate Finance Committee approved a conceptual amendment to Senate Bill 4 that removes section 2, raises Clark County’s allocation to $8.1 million (bringing a section 6 total to $15,615,919), converts $68.5 million for the UNR Life Sciences building from GO bonds to a general fund appropriation, and adds three university deans to the Commission on Innovation and Excellence in Education; the motion passed by voice vote with at least two recorded no votes and no public comment.
Doña Ana County, New Mexico
Doña Ana County commissioners convened as the county canvassing board Nov. 14 and, after a presentation from County Clerk Lopez Askin about turnout and absentee processing, voted to certify the Nov. 4, 2025 regular local election results and forward them to the Secretary of State.
Beaver County Commission Meeting, Beaver County Boards and Commissions, Beaver County, Utah
Board discussed whether incumbents should automatically remain 'in the running' under the 2021 selection protocol and heard interviews from two applicants who emphasized preservation, water stewardship and community engagement; the vote on appointments will occur at a later meeting.
Iowa County, Iowa
Supervisors spent more than an hour debating whether to keep the current Raycom/SARAH radio infrastructure or explore joining a statewide Motorola system, citing maintenance costs (around $300,000/year), coverage concerns, and procurement complexities. The board agreed to invite Motorola to present options.
Labor and Workforce Development, Deparments in Office of the Governor, Organizations, Executive, Tennessee
Researchers told the State Workforce Development Board that AI will largely complement high‑skill roles but may substitute for many middle‑skill, routine office and administrative tasks; speakers urged expanded digital and AI education across K–12, community colleges and employer partnerships.
Governor's Cabinet: Rep. DeSantis, Executive , Florida
At the Buckley Institute, Gov. Ron DeSantis credited Florida’s fiscal management and lack of a state income tax for economic gains, said his administration retired half the state’s debt, and proposed a ballot initiative to exempt primary residences from property taxes.
Hillsborough County, Florida
Deb McGinty said the county has requested a federal waiver and is prepared to contract with the Corrections Foundation for a mobile probation reentry unit, targeting a December contract date contingent on approvals from FDLE and DOJ.
Beaver County Commission Meeting, Beaver County Boards and Commissions, Beaver County, Utah
Staff reported pump redundancy and spare pumps on-site, a Forest Service spring showing signs of failure that may require hydrology work, and that meters now in place provide leak alerts; loan balances and retainage remain while staff awaits final pay requests from contractors.
United Nations, Federal
In a short address recalling the Paris milestone, speakers said global emissions have started to fall, renewables surpassed coal as the top energy source this year, and urged deals to triple renewables and double energy efficiency while stressing the need for an equitable transition.
Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners, Boards & Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Louisiana
The Occupational Therapy Advisory Committee identified inconsistencies between state statute and committee rules — including references to NBCOT, AOTA and WFOT, reciprocity language, continuing-education waivers for state employees, and outdated statutory fees — and instructed staff to prepare technical edits and consult Louisiana Department of Health where changes affect state employees.
Hillsborough County, Florida
Deb McGinty said a ribbon cutting for the 1800 Orient Road step-down facility is planned for Jan. 22; the facility is licensed for 85 beds (proposed allocation 75 male, 10 female) at residential level 2 and is intended to provide wraparound behavioral health and reentry supports.
Wichita County, Texas
The commissioners approved hiring an independent architect/owner representative to prepare an RFQ and oversee the Burke Burnett Annex design-build project. The court selected Siblitigan Design Concepts Architects (motion was approved 5–0) and plans to publish the RFQ with the goal of selecting a design-build firm before year-end.
Beaver County Commission Meeting, Beaver County Boards and Commissions, Beaver County, Utah
The board approved bills and minutes, and voted to adopt a tentative 2026 budget that balances with carryover; staff flagged remaining loan balances and retainage tied to Sunrise Engineering and Tusher Contracting and said a final payout is pending.
Eaton County, Michigan
Facilities staff told the committee that a planned courthouse sidewalk replacement (about 8,000 sq. ft.) and other capital improvement projects are underway, including jail fire‑alarm upgrades; county EV chargers logged 406 sessions year‑to‑date and produced small revenue and modest energy savings tied to the county solar array.
Arturo Cordova of the City of Santa Maria Public Works demonstrated how residents should fill and stack sandbags for flood preparedness and listed four city sandpile locations; the city supplies sand but does not supply sandbags.
Hillsborough County, Florida
Chief Judge Cibella told the Hillsborough County Public Safety Coordinating Council that a commission-approved committee will visit other Florida courthouses to advise plans for a new criminal court complex and will report recommendations to the Board of County Commissioners.
Eaton County, Michigan
Administration told the Ways & Means committee it plans to inject funds into MERS and extend amortization by five years to reduce Eaton County’s unfunded pension liability (currently ~61% funded); the committee forwarded the proposal to the full board for further action and to begin MERS processing for an effective employer rate change on 10/01/2026.
Show Low, Navajo County, Arizona
Mayor John Leach Jr. announced that the Giving Machine — a charitable vending-machine pop-up — will be in Show Low this November, open daily 9 a.m.–9 p.m. with nightly 6 p.m. events and a Nov. 18 launch; organizers say 100% of donations go to local charities serving five nearby communities.
Eaton County, Michigan
After weeks of township uncertainty, the Eaton County Ways & Means committee voted to forward a budget amendment asking the full board to keep county planning and zoning services in place through June 30 while townships pursue joint or individual plans; staff said current fee revenue will cover operations to December and that master‑plan grant funds are at risk if the county ceases work prematurely.
City of Santa Maria employee Arturo Córdoba demonstrated proper sandbag filling and stacking and announced city sand distribution locations, stressing that the city supplies sand but residents must supply their own bags.
Wichita County, Texas
Sheriff's staff told the Wichita County Commissioners about roughly 125 maintenance work orders in the last two weeks, replacement of a freezer compressor and lighting and dryer repairs in the jail pods. The sheriff reported 53 out-of-county detainees and said incoming hires should reduce overtime by December.
Santa Barbara City, Santa Barbara County, California
City staff reported completion of roughly 1,800 transition‑plan items since 2007 and 125 items this year; an upcoming barrier‑removal package will address about 400 items at City Hall, including an elevator, restrooms, doors and signage.
Agriculture, Food Resiliency, & Forestry, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Committees, Legislative , Vermont
Senators' staff said the recent government reopening included full-year USDA funding for many agriculture programs, a one-year farm bill extension and targeted line items (SARE, Dairy Business Innovation Centers, Reconnect broadband); speakers warned SNAP funding and contingency reserves were reduced and a failed hemp amendment could harm Vermont hemp producers.
Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
During public comment speakers urged the council to monetize short‑term rentals to fund homelessness and community services, backed city investment in trans equity programs and several speakers demanded removal of Police Chief Jeff McDonald following alleged incidents and arrests at protests.
Wichita County, Texas
MaintainX representatives demonstrated mobile work-order intake, asset tracking and reporting to Wichita County officials and proposed a phased rollout. The vendor gave an example price: $780 per paid user per year with a one-time implementation fee of $2,500 (14 users example = ~$13,420 first year).
Ridgecrest, Kern County, California
Board directed staff to survey transient‑pool participants about interest in implementing dust‑control or land‑repurposing measures if funding were available and to pursue funding options; item stems from an unresolved 2020 program and lack of shovel‑ready projects.
Prescott City, Yavapai County, Arizona
Commissioner Jim McCarver said outsourcing preservation opinions can add bureaucracy and cost, citing Ordinance 37-44; Commissioner Michael King and others said SHPO and external subject-matter experts provide necessary technical advice and thanked staff for bringing expert input to the commission.
Santa Barbara City, Santa Barbara County, California
The Access Advisory Committee unanimously directed staff to circulate and refine a draft 'OPDMD' (other power‑driven mobility devices) framework that clarifies how assistive devices outside standard wheelchairs will be treated under the ADA and by local enforcement.
Wichita County, Texas
A vendor presentation by Lucas Orozco outlined an e-procurement and contract-management platform that integrates with Tyler Munis, offers a large vendor network, and can store solicitations and addenda. County staff asked about retention, pre-bid meetings and newspaper-publication requirements; vendor provided DIR/coop pricing options.
Santa Barbara City, Santa Barbara County, California
City staff told the Access Advisory Committee the State Street master plan will prioritize a three‑block 'city center' with a 'flat and flexible' street design; a shuttle pilot logged 16,122 riders over five months, including an average of 60–85 weekly riders who use ADA accommodations.
Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
A Safe Streets advocate and councilmembers urged renewed investment in Vision Zero infrastructure after a presenter said Los Angeles recorded 302 traffic fatalities in 2024 and Los Angeles County 711 deaths; speakers called for engineering fixes and dedicated funding.
Wichita County, Texas
Wichita County Commissioners formally received the Nov. 4, 2025 constitutional amendment election results on Nov. 14. Elections staff said hand counts at multiple locations matched the electronic tabulations for the three propositions and described small, explainable discrepancies tied to voters leaving with ballots.
Agriculture, Food Resiliency, & Forestry, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Committees, Legislative , Vermont
Vermont conservation district leaders told lawmakers that NRCS staffing fell by nearly half this year, hobbling engineering, wetlands and watershed projects; districts have repurposed staff but estimate roughly $2 million in state funding will be needed in FY27 to restore essential planning and engineering capacity.
Department of Education, Agencies, Organizations, Executive, Mississippi
The Mississippi State Board of Education on Nov. 14, 2025 found the Okalona Separate School District impaired by a serious lack of financial resources, abolished the district under state law, appointed John Farrell as interim superintendent and authorized up to $3 million in loans after MDE reported unpaid payroll and missing audits.
Prescott City, Yavapai County, Arizona
City staff told the commission that a code compliance case is open for a Goodwin property with a response deadline; there is no posted schedule for the state historic preservation conference, and staff noted a Whiskey Row hotel was approved by city council and will move to water-application steps.
Ridgecrest, Kern County, California
Provost & Pritchard described design and coordination challenges for the imported‑water pipeline — late scour modeling, SCE and AVEC coordination and additional trenchless crossings — and requested change orders primarily to cover project management work; the board tabled the request to December for further review.
2025 Legislature NV, Nevada
Sen. Dina Neal told the Senate Public Safety and Security Committee that SB6 would correct implementation gaps from earlier legislation to relocate Windsor Park residents, fund construction of replacement homes and create a memorial park; residents and advocacy groups urged passage while State Lands flagged vague park‑ownership language.
Prescott City, Yavapai County, Arizona
The Prescott Preservation Commission unanimously approved a 20.53 sq. ft. wall sign and a package of exterior improvements for Doc's Barbecue and Whiskey at 202 S. Montezuma St., including patio leveling, ADA pavers and metal patio covers; the commission also allowed removal of adjacent city planters if permits are obtained (6-0 votes).
2025 Legislature NV, Nevada
The Nevada Senate convened a special session with 20 senators present, approved press accreditation on a voice vote after a motion by Senator Dina Cannizzaro, noted upcoming committee hearings and recessed until the call of the chair.
Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
Councilmember Hernández introduced a resolution to designate November as Transgender Recognition Month; sponsors and community advocates urged the council to pair the proclamation with dedicated funding for trans‑led services, housing and medical care.
York City, York County, Pennsylvania
York County officials, artists and sponsors unveiled six artist-designed fiberglass bells at the York County History Center as part of America 250 PA's plan to place a commemorative bell in each of Pennsylvania's 67 counties; the bells will be displayed locally and installed across the county in 2026.
Mount Vernon City, Skagit County, Washington
The Mount Vernon Police Department summarized several recent incidents: a hotel arrest after alleged public exposure and outstanding warrants, a DUI arrest, two vehicle searches yielding drugs and charges for intent to distribute, and a school-zone traffic citation; the department also highlighted recovery resources.
Ridgecrest, Kern County, California
Board authorized staff to submit a $5 million FY27 earmark request for a water replenishment pipeline project and approved a $20,000 increase to Capital Corp Group’s annual contract cap; directors asked how a non‑federal match would be covered and noted budget constraints.
2025 Legislature NV, Nevada
Senate Bill 6, revised as the Windsor Park Environmental Justice Act, was introduced by the Senate Committee on Jobs and Economy and referred to the Committee on Public Safety and Security by motion of Senator Dina Cannizzaro; no debate was recorded on the floor.
Los Angeles City, Los Angeles County, California
The Los Angeles City Council voted 12–0 to confirm Jaime Moore as the next chief of the Los Angeles Fire Department after members praised his three decades of service and urged accountability and implementation of post‑fire recommendations.
Agriculture, Food Resiliency, & Forestry, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Committees, Legislative , Vermont
Farmers and advocates told a committee that impending increases to Vermont Health Connect premiums and the loss of ACA subsidies will disproportionately affect self-employed and small-scale farmworkers; witnesses urged state support for Bridges to Health and other programs to maintain farm-sector health coverage.
Ridgecrest, Kern County, California
The board approved a reimbursement agreement allowing the City of Ridgecrest to continue billing the Indian Wells Valley Groundwater Authority for legal services provided by the city attorney’s office; the vote carried with one abstention amid questions about scope and prior waivers.
Sedgwick County, Kansas
Staff previewed consent items for the Nov. 19 Sedgwick County agenda: a $300,000 transfer from the economic development general fund as the county’s share of a KDOT match for Charlotte Pipe infrastructure (road left-turn lane and rail work), a $77,670 Ridge Road project item, and a traffic-control change at Pawnee and 135th Street West.
Dolton, Cook County, Illinois
Issues found in initial draft and required corrections (spelling, clarifying lease details, correct agency name).
Sedgwick County, Kansas
Fire Chief Doug Williams told commissioners that two vehicles on a bid board had incorrect mileage and that recurring engine lifter/camshaft failures tied to a particular engine family justify buying heavier-duty vehicles for investigators and inspectors. Commissioners questioned whether displacement-based specs (6.6L) are necessary for all units.
Dolton, Cook County, Illinois
Village of Dolton trustees and department heads met with local business owners at a quarterly business brunch to discuss public-safety resources, the leasing (not sale) of Melanie's Fitness Center, outstanding water bills and upcoming housing and tax events.
STATE-SPONSORED CHARTER SCHOOLS, School Districts, Nevada
The board granted Matter Academy increased enrollment caps at two campuses and approved Pinecrest Academy’s relocation of its Springs campus to a permanent site with a higher cap, subject to SPCSA preopening conditions and transportation plans.
Agriculture, Food Resiliency, & Forestry, HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Committees, Legislative , Vermont
Agency officials told a legislative hearing that severe 2025 drought and prior disasters have produced wide farm losses, a live survey shows thousands of impacted acres and millions in damages, and the state is negotiating a roughly $31.7 million USDA block grant while urging continued support for the Farm Security Fund (S60).
Ridgecrest, Kern County, California
At its November meeting the board approved the agenda and consent items, authorized a $5 million earmark submission for the water replenishment pipeline, approved a modest contract cap increase for Capital Corp Group, approved a reimbursement agreement with the city of Ridgecrest, directed outreach on dust control, and tabled large change‑order requests to December.
Town of Hubbardston, Worcester County, Massachusetts
The Hubbardston Cultural Council voted to order 3x3 sticky notepads and a set of promotional bags within the current fiscal allocation, deferring a larger printed tablecloth until next year.
Jim Wells County, Texas
The commissioners approved an updated Phase 1 scope for a ranch water project tied to a $1.2 million community-projects grant and authorized the county judge to retain outside counsel to institute condemnation proceedings for a 1.9-acre Tecolote tract needed for a water well and tank site.
Buncombe County, North Carolina
Board members discussed turnout disparities across precincts, the strong impact of the Weaverville early-voting site, a small number of manual edits and the office’s outreach and media efforts to boost participation.
Jim Wells County, Texas
The Commissioners Court voted to adopt a policy clarifying FLSA 29 U.S.C. � 207(k) partial overtime-exemption pay for jailers and detention officers, allowing departments to provide overtime either monetarily or as compensatory time; the court also approved a corresponding personnel-manual amendment.
Lake County, California
The commission adopted a mitigated negative declaration and approved Major Use Permit PL2559/UP2308 for Wellness Ranch LLC (applicant Luis Martinez) to consolidate and expand cannabis cultivation on a 106.47‑acre Donovan Valley parcel, subject to staff‑recommended conditions and CEQA mitigation measures; neighbors and commissioners raised concerns about road safety, water and oak protections.
Ridgecrest, Kern County, California
Public commenters and board members raised concerns that a press release announcing a settlement with a local mining company was issued prematurely and remained on Authority channels; staff declined to discuss details citing ongoing litigation and attorney‑client privilege.
Town of Hubbardston, Worcester County, Massachusetts
At its Nov. 11 meeting the Hubbardston Cultural Council found several funded events listed at the 1st Parish Meeting House, which is not ADA-compliant; staff were directed to ask applicants for alternate venues or timing by Nov. 19.
STATE-SPONSORED CHARTER SCHOOLS, School Districts, Nevada
The State Public Charter School Authority adopted staff recommendations on 2024–25 academic performance results and took targeted actions — removing notices for several improving campuses, elevating or continuing notices for persistently low-performing schools, and placing some campuses on the intervention ladder as required by state law.
Lake County, California
The commission voted to recommend to the Board of Supervisors an ordinance amending Chapter 21 (Articles 11 and 12) to allow ministerial approval of multifamily housing on sites identified in two prior housing‑element cycles, a limited step aimed at increasing affordable housing capacity under the sixth‑cycle housing element.
Jim Wells County, Texas
Sheriff Guy Baker and vendor Nick Moss demonstrated an eBonds platform designed to digitize bond paperwork and bondsmans� fees; the vendor said counties pay nothing and bondsmen pay a per-transaction fee (vendor stated $10). Commissioners asked for presentation to the local bail-bonds board and tabled the request to sign a contract.
Ithaca City, Tompkins County, New York
Presenters for the Citizen project (602 West Buffalo Street) told the committee the elevator/stair location is constrained by under-building parking and floodproofing requirements, described accessibility alternatives and trade-offs including ramp impacts to retail frontage, and noted the project will be designed rooftop-solar-ready; staff recommended considering an amended SEQR (neg dec) because the project now sits in the 100-year floodplain.
Buncombe County, North Carolina
After audits and staff review, the Buncombe County Board of Elections unanimously approved and certified the Nov. 4 municipal election results, noting one manual write-in adjustment and no challenge hearings were required.
Ridgecrest, Kern County, California
Facing state funding gaps and no shovel‑ready projects, the board directed staff to contact transient‑pool members to assess interest in implementing dust‑control and multi‑benefit land‑repurposing measures and to pursue funding options if interest exists.
Town of Hubbardston, Worcester County, Massachusetts
The Hubbardston Cultural Council finalized funding recommendations for its FY grants on Nov. 11, approving 16 projects from 36 applications and scheduling denial letters and awards after applicants address venue accessibility questions.
New York City Council, New York City, New York County, New York
The New York City Council Committee on Health declined to advance Intro. 967, a bill sponsored by Council Member Holden that would effectively ban horse-drawn carriages; members debated animal welfare, worker protections and a city transition offer before the item failed in committee.
Ridgecrest, Kern County, California
The Indian Wells Valley Groundwater Authority voted to seek a $5 million congressional earmark to initiate the water replenishment pipeline with the U.S. Army Corps and heard a detailed project update; the board tabled Provost & Pritchard change‑order requests to December for further review of scope, costs and coordination needs.
Jim Wells County, Texas
United Connections Counseling told the Jim Wells County Commissioners Court it secured a $3,100,000 state grant to deliver a five-year substance use disorder program serving juveniles and adults in south Texas and asked the court to consider a memorandum of understanding. Commissioners asked staff to tailor MOUs for adult and juvenile probation and to return with probation directors�' recommendation.
Ithaca City, Tompkins County, New York
Developers of Breeze Apartments (121–125 Lake Street) told the committee they plan to switch from a cast-in-place concrete retaining wall to a segmented block retaining wall because additional soil, proximity to the property line and safety concerns make poured construction impractical; the team agreed to provide full elevations, landscape and transformer screening details before the next planning-board meeting.
Rankin County, Mississippi
In public comment, resident Leon Seals said a neighbor�s house sits on property he claims and that the structure currently carries a homestead exemption; the county attorney advised title and homestead determinations rest with Chancery Court and recommended Mr. Seals pursue a court confirmation of his tax deed.
Education, Joint & Standing, Committees, Legislative, Wyoming
Lawmakers heard hours of testimony on a consolidated K–12 discipline bill (26LSO0088) that would prescribe district disciplinary policies, expand who may enforce rules and require statewide reporting. Witnesses raised operational, privacy, resource and due‑process concerns; committee recessed for lunch and did not move the bill.
Camden County, Georgia
Mike Spears, Camden County’s director of human resources and risk management, described routine HR duties—posting jobs, onboarding and benefits enrollment—and said retaining employees through competitive benefits helps save taxpayer dollars.
School Town of Munster, School Boards, Indiana
The School Town of Munster board unanimously approved overnight stays for IHSAA state tournaments; a trustee noted some listed dates were already past and that the board was approving a full docket to cover the remainder of the year.
Rankin County, Mississippi
Supervisors approved renewing medical coverage with Blue Cross Blue Shield and adding Verus/BRx pharmacy services starting in April after staff reported falling medical claims but sharply rising pharmacy costs; staff said changes could reduce county and employee out-of-pocket pharmacy spending.
Talking Rock, Pickens County, Georgia
At its November meeting the Talking Rock council approved October meeting minutes and the October financial report by voice vote, noted upcoming bank-account changes, and formally posted the proposed 2026 budget for a 30-day public comment period ahead of a Dec. 11 public hearing and vote.
School Town of Munster, School Boards, Indiana
The School Town of Munster Board of School Trustees unanimously approved retaining Panjir Corporation to build Project 20240415 (the district tennis facility) and approved Musco Lighting equipment for the same project; trustees said the vendor was the lowest vetted bidder and the project has been discussed publicly for over two years.
Education, Joint & Standing, Committees, Legislative, Wyoming
Legislative Services Office updated the committee on the 2025 school finance recalibration process and told members the state succeeded in obtaining a stay of a district court order pending appeal; the legislature must still complete statutory recalibration work.
Education, Joint & Standing, Committees, Legislative, Wyoming
The Education Committee voted to sponsor a bill that removes fixed completeness and public‑hearing timelines for charter school applications and extends the final approval/denial window from 90 to 120 days, applying to both district and state authorizers. The change was presented as increasing authorizer flexibility while preserving transparency.
Rankin County, Mississippi
After a months-long RFP review, supervisors discussed security, certification and unit counts for two vendors and voted to select Park (Park Intercivic) to expedite pricing and delivery; staff emphasized the need for equipment on site by year-end to allow training for a March federal primary.
Ithaca City, Tompkins County, New York
The planning and development board’s project review committee heard from the applicant for Creekside Plaza (314–722 South Meadow Street) about reconfiguring four parcels into six for tax and leasing flexibility and potential redevelopment of a former gas station pad; staff raised several past pedestrian-vehicle accidents at the site and committed to follow up with traffic-safety information before the next meeting.
Talking Rock, Pickens County, Georgia
The Talking Rock council reviewed a proposed 2026 operating budget that holds the millage steady, recommends transfers of $30,000 to special projects and $20,000 to the Schoolhouse Museum, and scheduled a Dec. 11 public hearing and vote after a 30-day posting period.
Rankin County, Mississippi
Supervisors authorized emergency repairs — and replacement if needed — to the closed Bill Hubbard Road bridge (SA61-25) after inspectors found deteriorated piles and heavy dirt-truck traffic; estimated immediate repairs could be under $200,000, while full replacement may exceed $1.4 million.
Seattle, King County, Washington
The committee adopted a package of amendments including tenant-services restorations, unified care team provisos, rental-assistance additions, downtown cleaning and small-business supports; several district-targeted provisos failed. The amended council bill 121116 was postponed until Nov. 20 for technical corrections.
Dare County, North Carolina
The Dare County Board of Elections certified Canvas election results after staff reported 3,407 ballots cast and a one-vote discrepancy in voter history. The board documented an incident in which a voter returned an unmarked ballot after taking possession and agreed to seek formal legal guidance and update training.
Education, Joint & Standing, Committees, Legislative, Wyoming
Legislative Services Office said the attendance bill clarifies that part‑time students have the same right to a free public education; the committee passed the bill after brief discussion on ADM and administrative logistics.
STATE-SPONSORED CHARTER SCHOOLS, School Districts, Nevada
The State Public Charter School Authority reviewed 2024–25 performance results, removed or revised dozens of academic notices tied to NSPF and SPCSA framework ratings, approved campus enrollment-cap increases and a relocation, and renewed multiple charter contracts after staff presentations and school remarks.
Seattle, King County, Washington
The committee approved a proviso (HSD 57a1) limiting city support for distribution of drug consumption supplies other than needles following debate over harm-reduction evidence, public-safety concerns and overdose statistics. Vote passed 5-3 with one abstention.
California Volunteers, Agencies under Office of the Governor, Executive, California
State officials announced a mentorship initiative, led by California Volunteers with partners including Improve Your Tomorrow, asking men to serve as mentors to help young people connect with education and jobs; the program aims to recruit 1,000 youths in the coming months.
Seattle, King County, Washington
Seattle's Select Budget Committee voted to add a contingency reserve to the 2026 budget after central staff warned last-night changes to HUD's Continuum of Care NOFO limit use of funds for permanent housing to 30% and reduce renewal predictability. The committee amended and passed HSD 82 to pause expansions while staff and partners assess impacts.
Orange County, Florida
Orange County’s annual community conference gathered neighborhood leaders, offered workshops and exhibitors, and honored citizens of the year from the mayor and each commissioner; the county also announced staff transitions and encouraged continued engagement.
Education, Joint & Standing, Committees, Legislative, Wyoming
The committee passed a bill clarifying that students not enrolled in a district may participate in district activities in grades 6–12. Debate centered on whether adding explicit 'cocurricular' language would conflict with the Education Savings Account (ESA) statute and how districts would be reimbursed.
Mission, Hidalgo County, Texas
An event speaker in Mission announced a community distribution of Thanksgiving dinners for 400 families, thanking title sponsor McAllen Emergency Room and private donors and calling the effort a way for local leaders to share blessings.
Iowa County, Iowa
At its regular meeting the board approved a set of routine items: appointed Drew as a county commissioner, approved a December festival, accepted the recommissioner's report, authorized a staff vehicle take‑home while on call, and approved sending a letter to the 9‑1‑1 board about coordinator classification.
Education, Joint & Standing, Committees, Legislative, Wyoming
The Joint Education Committee adopted a series of amendments to the K‑12 public school discipline bill, clarifying parental notice, narrowing who may use reasonable force, and coordinating the bill with existing seclusion and restraint rules; the measure passed committee.
Akron City, School Districts, Ohio
At a Nov. 14 special meeting, the Akron City board voted 3-3 against entering executive session to review a letter about an employee placed on leave; the board then voted 6-0 to adjourn without discussing the matter further.
AUSTIN ISD, School Districts, Texas
Superintendent Matias Seguro outlined Austin ISD's turnaround plans for multiple campuses, proposing closures and reassignments at several small or low-performing schools and district-managed restarts at others. The board will consider the plans at a Nov. 20 hearing; plans will be submitted that night to the Texas Education Agency.
General Government Operations and Appropriations , Legislative, Guam
Representative Charfers led two resolutions that the Guam Youth Congress adopted Nov. 15, 2025 — both express strong opposition to recent Chamorro Land Trust actions (a proposed mass grading/extraction at Lot 5412 and a lease amendment tied to Public Law 38-61). Sponsors cited threats to the Northern Guam Aquifer, coastal erosion, and property impacts.
Orange County, Florida
At the Orange County Community Conference, attorney Sean Smith led a practical session on five key estate-planning documents—durable power of attorney, health-care surrogate, living will, last will and testament, and revocable living trust—and explained tools such as beneficiary designations and the Lady Bird deed to avoid probate.
Goodyear, Maricopa County, Arizona
A representative of Romans said the business will build a new location in Goodyear and put a historic water tower on the roof; City of Goodyear staff and ADOT connected on permitting, and the tower has been moved to the business's parking lot.
General Government Operations and Appropriations , Legislative, Guam
On Nov. 15, 2025 the Guam Youth Congress approved a package of measures including a $1,000,000 appropriation to install safety barriers at school-bus stops, expanded free bus passes for patients of Guam Memorial Hospital Authority, juvenile accountability penalties, and laws to broaden youth representation and school recycling programs.
Louisiana State Board of Medical Examiners, Boards & Commissions, Organizations, Executive, Louisiana
OTEC introduced incoming members, agreed on co-chairs (Caroline and LaWenica "Wendy" Evans), voted to enter executive session, and upon return approved a license (ID 103545) without further requirements.
Seattle, King County, Washington
The Select Budget Committee approved Care 003B1 to transfer $23 million in LEAD and co-LEAD contracts from the Human Services Department to the CARE department, arguing alignment with alternative-response oversight; the amendment passed 8–1.
Orange County, Florida
In a chat at the Orange County Community Conference, Mayor Jerry Demings outlined priorities including traffic congestion, housing trust fund work, $56M for homelessness services, and said he has "formally entered the race" for governor of Florida while pledging to serve through his mayoral term.
Events, Martin, School Districts, Florida
Martin County School District officials described a phased rollout of curated AI platforms for students, an AI teacher leaders program that pilots classroom use, and an upcoming district AI guidebook for teachers and parents emphasizing privacy and digital literacy.
East Tennessee State University, Public Universities, School Districts, Tennessee
Buck House, a student-run, faculty-mentored paid advertising and media agency housed in the School of Marketing and Media, is delivering client projects for campus and regional partners and expects to open a physical community presence at the former Ash Street Courthouse in spring.
Orange County, Florida
County traffic planners described a Vision Zero action plan that aims to eliminate fatalities and severe injuries by 2040, identified six program elements and 24 high‑injury corridors, and said MetroPlan awarded a $3.7 million grant to support studies and countermeasures.
Labor and Workforce Development, Deparments in Office of the Governor, Organizations, Executive, Tennessee
Gov. Bill Lee addressed the State Workforce Development Board, praised Tennessee Works and Executive Order 109 for elevating the board's role; the board recognized retiring executive directors, approved minutes, and received committee updates on funding and youth employment program metrics.
Pulaski, Giles County, Tennessee
At a regular Pulaski board meeting the board approved contracts for municipal services and infrastructure, authorized county and staff actions, accepted a $500 donation for the police department, and authorized re-signing of bank signature cards after a staff retirement.
Orange County, Florida
Orange County officials rolled out a Vision Zero ("Division 0") action plan aiming to eliminate fatalities and severe injuries by 2040, backed by a $3.7 million regional grant and a toolkit of 50+ safety countermeasures focused on high-injury corridors such as Pine Hills.
Governor's Cabinet: Rep. DeSantis, Executive , Florida
Gov. Ron DeSantis told a New Haven audience that a small number of companies are driving AI, warned against government backstops that would preempt state authority, and raised concerns about data access, censorship and synthetic media harms to individuals.
Iowa County, Iowa
Board approved a revised letter asking the 911 board to follow county policy and reconsider replacing a full‑time 911 coordinator with a 32‑hour/week employee; supervisors debated benefits, control and whether the role requires full‑time status before approving the letter to be sent.
East Tennessee State University, Public Universities, School Districts, Tennessee
President Brian Noland reported enrollment growth (first-time freshmen ~2,283–2,284; headcount north of 14,000), outlined capital priorities submitted to the governor, and announced a federal GEAR UP award of $28.7 million (about $60 million with matching funds) to support college-going initiatives across six counties.
Pulaski, Giles County, Tennessee
Two sealed bids were received for a 2026 police truck. Council debated awarding to the lowest bidder versus selecting the vehicle that best meets department needs and delegated authority to the city administrator and police chief to review bids and make the award decision.
East Tennessee State University, Public Universities, School Districts, Tennessee
University housing officials told the Board of Trustees ETSU is effectively 100% occupied, with interim measures (tripled rooms, converted apartments) and an estimated need for roughly 250–300 additional beds; leadership said they will return in early 2026 with financial due diligence and a request to go to market for debt if warranted.
Cheyenne, Laramie County, Wyoming
Shelter officials told city council low-cost vaccine clinics routinely serve 100–150 owned pets and spay/neuter registration fills within minutes; the shelter relies on partnerships with private vets and the BISSELL Pet Foundation to expand surgical capacity.
Pulaski, Giles County, Tennessee
Council approved a preliminary engineering agreement with CSX Transportation to pursue sidewalk work under a railroad overpass on West College Street, but council members raised unresolved concerns about the proposed pedestrian crossing location and clarified the vote covered engineering only.
Pulaski, Giles County, Tennessee
The Pulaski City Council approved several vendor contracts, authorized advertising for a 1-ton water department truck, accepted a $500 Tractor Supply Company donation to the police department and authorized administrative changes to bank signature cards. Council also delegated authority to city staff to award a police truck contract after reviewing two bids.
Santa Fe County, New Mexico
The Santa Fe County canvassing board approved the canvass of the 2025 regular local election after County Clerk Clark reported higher turnout, operational innovations (vote‑by‑appointment, ADA polling maps, outreach) and concerns about late or missing ballots tied to postal delivery; board approved canvass on an aye voice vote and will proceed to certification.
Orange County, Florida
A keynote on neighborhood leadership and an awards luncheon highlighted local volunteers and services; the county provided a community assistance phone line and recognized citizen-of-the-year winners from the mayor and each commissioner.
Orange County, Florida
An interactive session at the Orange County Community Conference explained durable powers of attorney, health‑care surrogates, living wills, last wills and trusts, and tools (Lady Bird deeds, revocable living trusts) to avoid probate and protect assets.
Orange County, Florida
Mayor Jerry Demings used the Orange County Community Conference to review county priorities — transportation, housing, homelessness and human services — and told attendees he has entered the race for governor while pledging to finish his mayoral term and continue county initiatives.