What happened on Thursday, 09 March 2023
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Local resident and cannabis advocate Larry Michelson plans to open a dispensary at 100 Broadway.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Developers revise lounge plan for public health compliance following neighborhood concerns and outreach.
San Francisco County, California
New ordinance facilitates ownership transfers for temporary cannabis permit holders after five years.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Advocates urge permit approval to bolster downtown San Francisco's struggling economy and services.
Blackstone-Millville, School Boards, Massachusetts
The committee announced Denise Carrier as its selected candidate for Director of Finance and Operations and scheduled a closed-session review of her contract. Carrier will begin work March 20, and the committee will return in executive session to approve her contract.
Eastern Summit County Planning Commission, Summit County Commission and Boards, Summit County, Utah
Participants express excitement about the diverse ideas and engagement from the group.
San Francisco County, California
Supervisors recommend approval of liquor licenses to enhance local shopping options.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners unanimously approve translation services and new operational conditions for local dispensaries.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioner supports cannabis lounges, raising concerns about smoke escaping from buildings.
Eastern Summit County Planning Commission, Summit County Commission and Boards, Summit County, Utah
The planning director reviewed the upcoming meeting calendar — two conditional-use permit hearings on March 16, a rail-trail update on April 6, and code amendments in April — and promoted a community planning lab culminating in public presentations on April 3; staff requested commission volunteers for countywide engagement activities.
San Francisco County, California
Two ordinances that would have authorized the District Attorney and Sheriff to enter parole‑entry agreements with U.S. Department of Homeland Security were tabled at the DA's request; committee members reiterated support for San Francisco's sanctuary policy and urged DHS to expedite extradition where appropriate.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Over 200 Chinatown residents protest the cannabis dispensary at 100 Broadway to protect children.
Blackstone-Millville, School Boards, Massachusetts
The school committee voted to submit a warrant article authorizing a capital stabilization fund under Mass. Gen. Laws ch.71 §16G½ and to appropriate $500,000 from the district E&D account to seed the fund for a school building feasibility study, pending town votes.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Kaiming Children's Center requests rejection of cannabis shop approval due to safety concerns.
San Francisco County, California
The committee voted to forward an ordinance that would let temporary cannabis‑permit holders who applied at least five years ago transfer more than 50% ownership to new persons and clarifies enforcement (including a six‑month unwind period for premature transfers); the Office of Cannabis estimates about 55 temporary permit holders could be affected.
Eastern Summit County Planning Commission, Summit County Commission and Boards, Summit County, Utah
Engineering staff presented a precursor to code-language amendments and asked commissioners to flag technical sections that frequently cause problems. Commissioners emphasized clearer erosion-control standards, consistent floodplain application, and preferred reviewing the full draft as a commission before forming a small subcommittee.
Blackstone-Millville, School Boards, Massachusetts
Instructional leadership teams presented a district-wide Portrait of a Graduate emphasizing five pillars—character, citizenship, collaboration, communication and critical thinking—described student-facing 'I can' statements, monthly pillar focuses, classroom rubrics and incentives to embed the framework across grade levels.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners discuss ensuring stamped, accurate plans before approving delayed residential project.
Eastern Summit County Planning Commission, Summit County Commission and Boards, Summit County, Utah
The commission recommended approval of a 7,000-square-foot spa addition to the Nicholas Clubhouse, noting the site is in an already disturbed area; staff recommended approval consistent with the staff report and commissioners voted to forward the recommendation to the county manager.
San Francisco County, California
The committee voted to prepare and forward a resolution to the Board recommending approval of a person‑to‑person, premises‑to‑premises transfer of a Type 21 off‑sale general license to Save Mart Supermarkets LLC (Lucky Bayview) at 3801 Third Street; the clerk reported no public opposition and the item will be considered by the Board on March 21, 2023.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Residents advocate for 100 Broadway's cannabis project to boost downtown safety and jobs.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners express worries over demolition compliance in ongoing housing developments.
Blackstone-Millville, School Boards, Massachusetts
The Blackstone Millville Regional School Committee certified its FY24 budget March 9, adopting a $28,530,551 gross operating budget and applying reimbursements to reach a total $30,285,016. Officials said state funding formulas and new Governor's numbers left the district with $691,073 of additional operating costs that will increase town assessments.
San Francisco County, California
The Public Safety and Neighborhood Services Committee voted to prepare and send a resolution to the Board of Supervisors finding that issuance of a Type 20 off‑sale beer and wine license to Dapper Nob Hill LLC at 1198 Pacific serves the public convenience or necessity; the item is scheduled for Board consideration March 21, 2023.
Eastern Summit County Planning Commission, Summit County Commission and Boards, Summit County, Utah
The Eastern Summit County Planning Commission voted to forward a favorable recommendation to the county manager for a proposal to replace a 2,800 sq ft maintenance building with a roughly 30,000 sq ft Mediterranean restaurant and fitness facility that includes below-grade parking and staff-access circulation.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Residents voice strong opposition to cannabis shop citing safety concerns and language accessibility.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Local community members oppose cannabis dispensary citing health concerns for children and families.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
City officials examine air quality and visibility regulations for smoking lounge permits
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
City commissioners discuss pros and cons of cannabis lounge amid concerns for nearby children.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners vote 5-0 to approve project and ensure future redevelopment security.
Public Works Meetings, Trousdale County, Tennessee
Community plans to leverage social media influencers to promote upcoming pool activities and engagement.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
City commissioners debate ground floor retail rules while considering new office conference center.
INSURANCE & COMMERCE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
The Senate Insurance & Commerce Committee passed several bills by voice vote, including an esports-definition amendment to exclude horse/dog racing and electronic pull-tab games, a video-services right-of-way clarification, a requirement that insurers show dollar equivalents for percentage deductibles, and a casino employee federal background-check mandate.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Residents urge rejection of Michaelson's project due to safety and communication issues.
Public Works Meetings, Trousdale County, Tennessee
Committee heard updates on ballfield lights and park security cameras, considered inclusive playground equipment and tentatively approved forwarding a pool staffing and lifeguard recruitment proposal to the next body with a favorable recommendation.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners consider revised plans for David and Michelle Green's family home expansion.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners announce a recess before continuing with the public hearing on 100 Broadway.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners support new regulations for cannabis lounges to mitigate youth exposure and odors.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Residents strongly oppose the cannabis dispensary citing health concerns for children and the community.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The commission approved a conditional-use authorization to legalize work at 281 Madison Street in the Excelsior after debate about demolition calculations and neighborhood impacts; commissioners said the project was not egregious but reiterated the need to revisit demolition-calculation policy citywide.
Public Works Meetings, Trousdale County, Tennessee
Members reported recurring blown and failing glazed windows at the county courthouse, discussed a past $250,000 estimate for period‑correct window replacement, and asked staff to pursue grant funding and document contractor work before pursuing costly restorations.
INSURANCE & COMMERCE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Lawmakers debated House Bill 14-81, which would apply manufacturer rebates at the pharmacy counter so patients pay coinsurance and deductibles on the net price, not the list price. Supporters said the change would help about 607,000 Arkansans; lawmakers asked for more time and the bill was left on the agenda.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The Planning Commission approved a conditional-use authorization to allow a conference center on the ground floor at 101 California Street, adding a finding that the approval is for a conference center configuration and including standard TDR conditions; Commissioner Moore voted no, citing concerns about downtown ground-floor retail and long-term retail recovery.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners address community concerns about public smoking and operational guidelines for lounge.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners discuss discretionary review of a cannabis retail project and local objections.
Public Works Meetings, Trousdale County, Tennessee
Committee advanced appointing a trusted driver as assistant supervisor and agreed to collect detailed per‑run cost data before altering roll‑off rental fees that contractors say are hurting demolition work.
STATE AGENCIES & GOVT'L AFFAIRS-SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Senator Kim Hammer sponsored a bill to extend the time to file election-law complaints (allowing 30 days after the certification deadline), better define settlement offers and cure periods, and permit access to long-term secure ballot storage for investigative purposes; the committee advanced the measure.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Zhongwei Yuan announces plans for enhancing community engagement programs.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commission discusses labor policy concerns and project sponsor's regulatory violations during meeting
Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection, Executive , Massachusetts
Residents demand action against pollution and environmental hazards in Massachusetts' overburdened communities.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Staff and Port representatives presented extensive updates to the city waterfront plan and related general-plan and planning-code amendments; the commission voted unanimously to initiate the amendments and schedule an adoption hearing on or after April 13, noting CEQA certification will occur before final adoption.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
CCDC addresses community concerns while promoting a cannabis lounge at 100 Broadway.
STATE AGENCIES & GOVT'L AFFAIRS-SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
HB1510 would restrict most local special elections to the primary or general election dates (with narrow emergency exceptions), aiming to raise turnout and reduce cost; the committee passed the bill 5–2–1 on a roll call after extended debate about local control and bond timing.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioner Braun verifies the approval of seven consumption lounges, including Barbary Coast and Mo Greens.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The Planning Commission approved a discretionary review for a cannabis retail store with a consumption lounge at 100 Broadway, requiring public‑health testing for exhaust/odor, restrictions on vent placement, measures to keep product out of street view, and additional community translation and outreach measures.
Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection, Executive , Massachusetts
At a March 9, 2023 online hearing, residents and advocacy groups told the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection to adopt a robust cumulative impact analysis (310 CMR 7.02 §14) with qualitative metrics, alternatives review, and the power to deny permits that would worsen inequitable pollution burdens.
STATE AGENCIES & GOVT'L AFFAIRS-SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
A committee advanced HB1461, which would require counties and state election officials to forward new federal election guidance to the secretary of state for compilation and dissemination, creating a central clearinghouse proponents say will prevent inconsistent local responses and allow legislative review.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Community members voice support and opposition for cannabis facility near multiple schools.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Neighbors challenge proposed construction on Sacramento Street, citing demolition inaccuracies and neighborhood impact.
Fountain Hills Unified School, School Districts, Arizona
At its March 8 meeting the board approved the 2023–24 school calendar, multiple new high-school course proposals, salary schedule increases for multiple staff groups, an overnight football trip contingent on a certified district chaperone, and updates to extracurricular fees and job descriptions.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Opposition mounts with over 200 signatories against cannabis retail close to childcare facilities.
Eastern Summit County Planning Commission, Summit County Commission and Boards, Summit County, Utah
Commission recommends approval for the construction of a 30,000 square foot facility.
STATE AGENCIES & GOVT'L AFFAIRS-SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
A Senate committee advanced a bill to require serial numbers linking original and remade ballots, a change sponsors and election officials say would improve transparency and allow later verification during recounts; a voter-integrity group cited a local incident where unmarked ballots could not be tracked.
Fountain Hills Unified School, School Districts, Arizona
The board approved adopting the 'Catch My Breath' youth e-cigarette prevention curriculum in partnership with the Fountain Hills Coalition and a memorandum of understanding with Maricopa County Department of Public Health; board members debated staff burden and opt-in survey data sharing before the motion passed 3–2.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Community members express strong opposition to cannabis store citing harm to children's health
AGRICULTURE, FORESTRY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
The committee advanced several bills by voice vote, including a change to backyard-hen limits, returning the Department of Rural Services to Agriculture, a narrow single-customer pipeline exception, changes to the State Parks Commission membership, and adjustments to the Delta Cultural Center advisory board.
Fountain Hills Unified School, School Districts, Arizona
The Fountain Hills Unified School District board authorized up to $525,000 to replace the high school football field with AstroTurf, including a 10-year warranty and annual maintenance; board discussion emphasized donor contributions and protecting donor intent before final purchase.
AGRICULTURE, FORESTRY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
After testimony from veterinarians and livestock advocates, the Senate Agriculture committee approved an amended bill allowing Arkansas-licensed veterinarians to provide certain telemedicine services without an in-person exam; opponents warned of misdiagnosis and workforce impacts while supporters stressed access for underserved rural areas.