Wolcott Council Advances Hearings on Speed Cameras and Flags on Town Property
Wolcott posted public-hearing notices July 7 after the Town Council voted on proposed ordinances involving speed-enforcement cameras and flags on town property.
Politics & Government
Elections, public policy, government decisions, budgets, regulation, ethics, civil rights, and public administration.
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Voorhees introduces redevelopment plan for five tax-map lots under local redevelopment law
Voorhees Township has posted notice of Introduced Ordinance No. 11-26, covering five Block 197 parcels, but the available notice does not yet show proposed uses, a hearing date or adoption status.
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Lake Township Posts Draft Short-Term-Rental Rules as Commercial-Zoning Review Continues
Lake Township has posted draft short-term-rental and zoning measures, but the source packet says the township’s exact service area still needs confirmation.
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Malvern public-works review continues as August council and planning meetings approach
Malvern’s official meeting calendar shows a July 28 Public Works Subcommittee session and three identified August meetings, while agenda records flag paving, emergency-response and grant materials for continued review.
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Helena’s August municipal record review finds no verified major decision
A review of Helena’s official agendas, minutes and notices archives found no clearly identifiable August 2026 major municipal decision in the available search extract.
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Brookhaven sets Nov. 3 special election for District 2 seat
Brookhaven will hold a Nov. 3 special election to replace Jennifer Owens on the District 2 council. Qualifying is set for Aug. 17-19.
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Revere Council approves FY2027 budget and capital plan
The unanimous vote sets Revere’s FY2027 spending framework, including public-safety funding, estimated state aid and financing tied to the new high school.
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Dearborn Heights primary held Aug. 4 as civic event follows
Dearborn Heights held its 2026 primary on Aug. 4. Certified results were not in the approved city sources, while an Aug. 6 civic event is listed.
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Montebello candidate filing deadline is Friday for November election
Montebello’s candidate filing period for the Nov. 3, 2026 municipal election closes Friday, Aug. 7, with special City Clerk’s Office hours.
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Encinitas Candidate Filing Deadline Is Friday for 2026 City Races
Encinitas candidates have until 4:30 p.m. Friday to file for the Nov. 3, 2026 municipal election, with a possible extension in some races.
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Spring Hill’s 2026 State of the City Focused on Water, Roads
Spring Hill officials presented the city’s 2026 State of the City update on Aug. 5, with water, road projects and the budget among the main topics.
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Saratoga Springs sets Aug. 11 hearing on proposed tax increase
Saratoga Springs will hold an Aug. 11 hearing on a proposed property-tax increase and final budget tied to police and fire service needs.
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Fort Lauderdale Opens Public Phase of FY2027 Budget Process
Fort Lauderdale’s FY2027 budget process is in its July-August public phase, with meetings scheduled at city facilities before the next fiscal year is adopted.
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Clarksville’s fiscal 2026-27 budget takes effect July 1
Clarksville formally adopted its fiscal 2026-27 budget, setting the city’s service and spending framework while keeping stormwater drainage a stated priority.
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Montgomery council delays decision on proposed $375 million bond program
Montgomery’s City Council delayed a proposed $375 million bond program again, while city officials said revenues are growing about 3% annually.
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Augusta Advances Proposed Rules for Future Data Centers
Augusta is reviewing its first comprehensive data-center ordinance, with proposed rules for zoning, noise, utilities, emergency access, stormwater and compliance.
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Two New Members Join Columbus City Council During 2026 Transition
Two newly elected members appeared at the July 14 Columbus City Council meeting after special elections filled the District 1 and citywide District 9 seats.
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Tallahassee’s Open Mayoral Race Heads Toward Aug. 18 Primary
Four candidates are seeking Tallahassee’s open mayoral seat in a nonpartisan Aug. 18 primary, with a Nov. 3 runoff possible if no one wins a majority.
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Grand Prairie schedules Turner Park grant public hearing
Grand Prairie posted a July 21 notice for a Turner Park grant hearing. The city calendar listed an Aug. 4 council meeting for follow-up oversight.
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Des Moines Opens Online Tool for 2027 Budget Priorities
Des Moines residents and business owners can weigh city-service tradeoffs online as officials begin gathering input for upcoming 2027 budget discussions.
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Huntsville Sets Aug. 25 Municipal Election for Council, School Board
Huntsville’s 2026 municipal election is set for Aug. 25, with City Council seats and School Board Districts 2, 3 and 4 included on the ballot.
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McKinney council approves mosque expansion in 7-0 vote
McKinney City Council approved an expansion of an existing mosque on Aug. 5 after residents opposed the project during a contentious public debate.