What happened on Tuesday, 28 September 2021
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Parents and students voice urgent safety concerns regarding gas leaks at SFUSD schools.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners host video conference meeting allowing public comments and participation from home.
Rising Sun, Cecil County, Maryland
Town staff reported 1,713 registered voters in Rising Sun and said absentee ballots are being mailed ahead of an October election; three candidates were named (Travis Marion for mayor; Dave Warnick and Joseph Shepherd for commissioner), though a later mayoral remark used the name Dave Warren, creating a transcript name discrepancy.
Alpine School District, School Boards, Utah
Board acknowledges feedback on school policy and outlines steps for future boundary adjustments.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
SFUSD presents data identifying over 12,000 students needing English language arts support.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commission acknowledges indigenous heritage and discusses climate change impacts on California.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Board members support merger to improve sports and wellness programs for students.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
SFUSD representatives highlight urgent need for improved testing accessibility for students returning to school.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Director acknowledges collaborative success and emphasizes IPM's citywide nature during farewell.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Superintendent Matthews outlines updates on COVID safety, independent study, and ventilation systems.
Rising Sun, Cecil County, Maryland
Rising Sun enhances transparency with new YouTube channel for community involvement.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Board votes to continue virtual meetings for public safety during ongoing health risks.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Special education teachers call for better pay and support for paraeducators in SFUSD.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Superintendent Matthews announces fewer than five COVID outbreaks and new vaccination clinics for students.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners salute Chris for his impact on reducing herbicides in San Francisco.
Rising Sun, Cecil County, Maryland
Habitat for Humanity plans to construct a rancher on a vacant quarter lot.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Board votes to issue bonds for school modernization and funding equity measures.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
School Board moves safety and learning updates to follow advisory committee reports.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
SFUSD develops a plan for FAPE in online settings amid regulatory challenges and community demands.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Carmen Rodriguez highlights the need for safety and collaboration in Buena Vista school community.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Intern Tiffany Holmes expresses excitement for involvement in local policy and media relations.
Rising Sun, Cecil County, Maryland
Residents can now view town meetings live on YouTube for greater transparency.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The Department refreshes its strategic plan with six goals emphasizing racial equity and climate action.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The district committee emphasizes support for structured literacy and celebrates Disability Heritage Month.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Educators and parents demand enhanced literacy resources and wellness checks for underserved students.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Luz urges the district to invest in building renovations for student security and safety.
Rising Sun, Cecil County, Maryland
Rising Sun announces absentee ballot details and reveals candidates for mayor and commissioners
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
San Francisco initiates Energy Access SF aimed at increasing energy efficiency access for vulnerable populations.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Parents request SFUSD Board to implement synchronous learning to support quarantined students.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Envision Schools proposes merger to enhance educational offerings in San Francisco's Excelsior District.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
City enhances vaccination efforts for students as pediatric COVID cases hold steady.
Rising Sun, Cecil County, Maryland
Texas mandates independent investigations of fatal police incidents starting this Friday under House Bill 600.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
SFUSD reports 3 COVID-19 cases while special educators express concerns about air purifier distribution.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Mayor Breed signs declaration for equitable energy transition at New York Climate Week event.
Rising Sun, Cecil County, Maryland
Habitat for Humanity plans modular home construction as zoning board evaluates variance processes.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
SFUSD stakeholders advocate for better funding and support for special education services and staff.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Envision Schools presented a material revision proposing to merge City Arts & Tech and Leadership High over two years, operate on two campuses through 2023–24, and consolidate to the San Miguel campus by 2024–25. The board set an Oct. 26 public hearing to take action and staff will review Ed. Code criteria and facility implications.
Rising Sun, Cecil County, Maryland
Harmony Construction has completed several concrete sections (Louise Court; Turtle Black Court) and plans core sampling on Turtle Black Court and Mason Run Lane to verify pavement thickness before milling and paving; crew and schedule adjustments were described.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
District staff told the San Francisco Board of Education that portable air cleaner deployment to elementary classrooms is largely complete and that weekly testing of unvaccinated staff is required; the district plans self-swab kit distribution by Nov. 1 but acknowledged staffing gaps in the on‑demand online program.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners evaluate resource allocation based on community needs during budget discussions.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Teachers and parents call for air purifiers, testing, and more support for online learning.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Lena Wong receives recognition for her environmental leadership and advocacy at the youth climate summit.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
At the Sept. 28 San Francisco Board of Education meeting, parents, teachers and students urged immediate repairs at Buena Vista/Horace Mann and asked the district to address special-education placement and paraeducator vacancies. The CAC presented priorities and commissioners pressed staff on online program staffing and testing.
Rising Sun, Cecil County, Maryland
Town staff said a modular Habitat for Humanity house will be delivered to 301 Walnut and set on blocks while awaiting foundation; the Board of Zoning Appeals asked the Planning Commission to consider code changes and administrative approval criteria (example threshold cited: up to 28% encroachment) so small, repeat variance requests could be handled by staff.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
CAC advocates for inclusive education, mental health support, and staffing stability in SFUSD.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
San Francisco Board of Supervisors unanimously approves new construction and demolition ordinance.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Thurgood Marshall High's Grace Gould and Katie Poyle receive Rave Awards for outstanding service
Rising Sun, Cecil County, Maryland
Police Chief Almond told the board that the transcript-referenced HB 600 will require independent state investigations of police-involved fatalities/shootings and HB 670 will require psychological exams every two years for officers, with local costs estimated at $500–$600 per officer; he warned municipalities will have limited input on county-level disciplinary review bodies.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Kathleen Bridal leaves a lasting impact as energy program manager after 17 years.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The department unveiled a three-year strategic plan refresh that places racial equity as Goal 1 and outlines six goals including net-zero emissions by 2040, community resilience, and a paired focus on zero waste and toxics.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Educators at Washington High School call for urgent safety measures and proper student placements.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The San Francisco Department of the Environment described Energy Access SF, a $2.45 million, three-year local government partnership with PG&E designed to increase participation in energy-efficiency and bill-relief programs in disadvantaged and hard-to-reach neighborhoods, beginning in Bayview-Hunters Point.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The San Francisco Commission on the Environment voted unanimously to adopt a 2021 Reduced Risk Pesticide List for city properties, after staff explained a small recent uptick in some pesticide metrics and pledged further restrictions on glyphosate (Roundup) use.