Elk Grove approves $11.15 million purchase for future city growth
The Elk Grove City Council approved buying three commercial properties near City Hall, including a Studio Court office building for future city and police expansion.
Public Spending
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St. Louis begins investing Rams settlement funds, adds tracker
St. Louis has begun putting Rams settlement money to work and launched a tracker intended to show residents how funds move from appropriation to spending.
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Fort Lauderdale advances $217 million City Hall plan as manager resigns
Fort Lauderdale commissioners advanced a revised plan for a new City Hall on July 2, while City Manager Albert Childress resigned during the meeting.
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Cary Investigations Continue After State Audit Flags Spending Concerns
Cary says three investigations remain active after a state audit raised questions about spending, procurement and management oversight across town government.
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St. Louis launches tracker for Rams settlement spending
St. Louis launched a public tracker for Rams settlement funds, showing proposed investments in infrastructure, vacant buildings, small businesses and events.
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Lake Havasu City adopts $278.8 million fiscal 2026-27 budget
Lake Havasu City Council adopted the fiscal 2026-27 budget on June 23, setting a spending framework of about $278.8 million across city funds.
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GAO says many federal programs still lack clear goals and useful performance data
A Government Accountability Office report says agencies often lack the goals and data needed to judge whether taxpayer-funded programs are achieving their intended results.
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South Holland township agenda puts conference and event expenses before board
A Thornton Township board meeting scheduled in South Holland included conference travel and event expenses, while Village of South Holland records remain a separate public-accountability track.
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CBO Projects $33.6 Trillion in Health Insurance Subsidies by 2036
CBO projects $33.6 trillion in federal health insurance subsidies through 2036, while the uninsured population rises from 30 million to 37 million.
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Laguna Niguel recommends $2.78 million Alicia Parkway signal contract
The Laguna Niguel City Council was asked to approve a $2.78 million Alicia Parkway signal contract, with authorized change orders raising the potential spending ceiling to $3.06 million.
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Weimar approves $23,395 tank repair contract following reported TCEQ violation
Weimar City Council unanimously approved a $23,395 bid from STW Consultants LLC to repair and repaint a 200,000-gallon ground-storage tank at Water Plant No. 3. The project was reported as following a February 2026 TCEQ-related violation, but the city has not reported the work as completed.
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Arlington Council Record Details $151,014 High School Police Academy Agreement
An Arlington council record identifies a $151,014.04 agreement for a police Hometown Recruiting Officer serving Arlington ISD’s 2026-27 High School Police Academy.
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Benton Harbor schools awarded $12.3 million for roofs and HVAC
Benton Harbor Area Schools was awarded $12.3 million in Michigan infrastructure funding for roof and HVAC replacement projects at Fair Plain Middle School and Benton Harbor High School.
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North Carolina proposal could put $40 million behind Greensboro PGA Tour events
A proposed North Carolina budget measure would provide $10 million conditionally and signal intent for $30 million more to secure four consecutive top-tier PGA Tour events in Greensboro.
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Wichita ratifies emergency airport equipment purchase after flooding damage
Wichita ratified an emergency purchase of replacement regulators after flooding damaged equipment in the airfield electrical vault at Eisenhower National Airport.
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Surprise seeks artist for $165,000 public artwork at new police substation
Surprise is seeking an artist or artist team for permanent artwork at its first police substation. Applications are due Aug. 31, with an estimated $165,000 contract.
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California lawmakers return for final month of 2026 session
California lawmakers return August 3 with fiscal, floor and passage deadlines compressed into the final weeks of the 2025-26 legislative session.
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Denver approves $4.5 million contract for citywide sidewalk and street repairs
Denver approved a maximum-value contract with Western Plains Construction LLC for ADA ramps, sidewalks, curbs, streets and alleys, but specific locations and a public schedule remain undisclosed.
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Berkeley County intends to award $14.5 million road-resurfacing project as Goose Creek work nears
Berkeley County records show an intent to award a $14.48 million resurfacing project, while scheduled August work on Amy Drive and North Pembroke Drive will keep both roads open with access controls.
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Idaho wildfire costs top $20 million as Land Board weighs $90 forest-parcel assessment
Idaho had spent more than $20 million on wildfire suppression by July 21, while the Land Board delayed a decision on a proposed increase in the residential forest-protection assessment from $40 to $90.
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Long Beach budget review begins amid projected deficit and possible cuts
Long Beach’s FY 2027 budget review begins July 28 amid a projected $61.3 million deficit, with public input continuing before a planned September 8 vote.
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Jefferson’s 2027 Tax Budget Lists $300,000 in Planned Transfers
Jefferson’s revised 2027 tax budget was submitted to the county auditor and identifies planned transfers for the Imagination Playground and safety services.
