Cheatham County agenda puts taxes, laptops and archives on June 29
Cheatham County’s June 29 agenda in Ashland City included tax levies, school laptop financing and a vote on moving archives to the public library.
Finance
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Mortgage rates stay near 6.5% as summer homebuying rolls on
United States Housing and Mortgage Market – Freddie Mac’s 30-year benchmark was 6.49% on June 25, 2026, keeping summer buyers and refinancers under pressure. ([freddiemac.com](https://www.freddiemac.com/pmms))
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Consumer confidence edges up in June as gas prices ease, but job worries grow
United States Consumer Costs and Household Budgets – Consumer confidence rose slightly in June as gas prices eased, but job worries kept households cautious.
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Kansas City committee weighs $235M CPKC Stadium expansion plan
Kansas City’s June 30 committee agenda reviews a CPKC Stadium expansion plan that could use up to $235 million in bonds and TIF support for Berkley Riverfront.
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Nashville General Hospital names Dr. Veronica Elders as CEO amid budget strain
Nashville TN – WPLN reports the hospital board chose Dr. Veronica Elders, while Metro budget records show higher support, more staffing, and unresolved long-term questions.
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U.S.-Iran interim deal wobbles as Strait of Hormuz tensions rattle energy markets
World Global Priority Scan – Fresh attacks and a maritime evacuation pause have kept the Strait of Hormuz unstable despite the June 19 U.S.-Iran agreement.
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Salinas approves two-year budget with Amazon revenue in the mix
Salinas approved a two-year budget before July 1, using projected Amazon revenue and fee choices while warning of longer-term Measure G risk.
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D.C. Council budget restores housing vouchers, child care
The D.C. Council approved a nearly $22 billion budget that restores child care, housing vouchers and paid family leave using one-time money.
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May PCE inflation hit 4.1%, keeping pressure on the Fed
United States Prices and Inflation Watch — BEA said May PCE prices rose 4.1% year over year and core PCE rose 3.4%, leaving price pressure and Fed policy in focus. ([bea.gov](https://www.bea.gov/news/2026/personal-income-and-outlays-may-2026))
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Virginia Beach fee changes start July 1 for water, libraries, trash and parks
Virginia Beach residents will see targeted fee and rate changes on July 1, affecting water bills, libraries, yard debris and parks programs.
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San Jose adopts 2026-27 budget with cuts, reserve spending, and service tradeoffs
San Jose’s City Council adopted the FY 2026-27 budget for July 1 start, closing a reported $50.3M gap with reserve spending and Measure A revenue.
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Blue Hill Avenue fight pivots from bus lanes to Orange Line extension talk
Boston City Councilors Miniard Culpepper and Brian Worrell urge MBTA to drop Blue Hill’s center bus lanes and study Orange Line to Mattapan Square.
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Hunterdon County bridge money could shape future repairs for Flemington-area drivers
Hunterdon County was awarded nearly $1.8 million for four NJDOT Local Bridge Fund bridge replacements in Readington and Amwell—what to watch next.
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DOE’s $17.5B conditional nuclear loans: grid impact and what’s still uncertain
DOE’s June 23 conditional $17.5B loan package aims to speed 10 AP1000 reactors by up to 3 years—if technical, legal and financial reviews clear.
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McKinney expands TIRZ No. 1 for east-side redevelopment
McKinney City Council approved a TIRZ No. 1 expansion adding ~15.7 acres in east McKinney, shifting future tax increments into reinvestment funds.
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Atlanta’s FY2027 budget and NRI plan pass—TAD buy-in still key for financing
On June 15, Atlanta City Council approved the FY2027 budget and Neighborhood Reinvestment Initiative. AJC reports TAD-backed bonds may still need APS/Fulton buy-in.
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Portland budget adopted June 18: 2027 street fees and Aug. 3 layoffs
Portland City Council adopted the $8.5B FY 2026-27 budget June 18—keeping fire, parks and police coverage, cutting homeless services, and adding 2027 street fees.
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UNO’s 2026-27 tuition update will hit fall planning for students and families
Omaha NE – UNO says 2026-27 tuition and “differential tuition” rate changes begin in August, with MavLINK updates by July 22 for fall planning.
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Neosho’s Lower School Branch stormwater work turns into a real street closure
Neosho MO: The City says N. Lincoln Street between Grant and Adams will be permanently closed and demolished starting May 14 for stormwater work.
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Student-loan repayment changes start July 1: RAP, Tiered Standard, autopay rate cut
July 1, 2026 is the date for new federal student-loan repayment plans—and a temporary 1% autopay interest-rate cut for eligible borrowers.
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San Jose water, sewer, and garbage bills are going up July 1
San Jose CA – July 1 brings higher charges for garbage/recycling, sanitary sewer, and drinking water, with city rate tables showing specific monthly increases.
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GAO warns U.S. fiscal health is deteriorating—urges Congress and the White House to act
A new June 11, 2026 GAO report warns U.S. debt is outpacing the economy, with net interest projected to reach nearly 10% of GDP by 2056.