What happened on Thursday, 20 July 2023
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
UPS presents plans to build sorting center at 290 San Bruno Avenue in San Francisco.
Murray , Salt Lake County, Utah
Nomad Alliance urges city council to consider pilot sanctioned campground for unhoused population.
Clearlake, Lake County, California
District will pay $142,956 for a full-time school resource officer this school year.
Eastern Summit County Planning Commission, Summit County Commission and Boards, Summit County, Utah
Summit County outlines permitting rules to regulate contractor's yards in residential zones
San Francisco County, California
Supervisors demand accountability for deteriorating living conditions in Sunnydale and Potrero Hill.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commission approves applications for seven long-standing businesses, preserving San Francisco's cultural heritage.
Murray , Salt Lake County, Utah
Utah lawmakers address firefighter death benefits after clerical error impacts families of fallen heroes.
San Francisco County, California
Committee discusses audit focused on reducing SFPUC water rate increases and improving oversight.
Eastern Summit County Planning Commission, Summit County Commission and Boards, Summit County, Utah
Planning staff proposed code changes to define and regulate contractor yards; commissioners debated allowing contractor yards in AG‑10 and whether to impose a 1,000‑foot corridor setback. The commission approved forwarding the amendments and the contractor definition to the county council, leaving site‑specific mitigations to the conditional‑use process.
Clearlake, Lake County, California
Susan Gilbert pushes for RV multi-use area amid concerns about housing and funding.
San Francisco County, California
Housing Authority addresses Eugene Berger's neglect of public housing at Sunnydale and Patrell.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners discuss new housing ordinance addressing density and tenant rights in San Francisco.
Murray , Salt Lake County, Utah
Council promotes HEAT program to assist residents struggling with rising utility costs and financial stability.
Clearlake, Lake County, California
North Bay Bridal Services helps 50 animals while local shelter faces accusations of neglect.
Eastern Summit County Planning Commission, Summit County Commission and Boards, Summit County, Utah
Planning staff presented an amendment that adapts Chapter 10 parking standards into the Eastern Summit County development code to regulate off‑site parking for event centers, guest ranches and lodges. The commission voted to forward a positive recommendation with an agreed amendment.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Project aims to replace closed laundromat with a bar to revitalize downtown area
Clearlake, Lake County, California
Volunteers undergo training to enhance transportation services for community members in need.
Murray , Salt Lake County, Utah
Emma reflects on her impactful reign as Miss Murray while preparing for marriage and education.
San Francisco County, California
Supervisors approve plans for a municipal bank to support affordable housing and small businesses.
Eastern Summit County Planning Commission, Summit County Commission and Boards, Summit County, Utah
Staff told the commission the county needs a single wording change to strategy B in the Eastern Summit County moderate‑income housing element so the strategy matches Utah code; commissioners voted to forward a positive recommendation to the county council. Implementation measures were not changed.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The Planning Commission approved a conditional‑use authorization for UPS to use 290 San Bruno Avenue as a seasonal parcel distribution site; UPS said operations would be limited to early morning sort hours during peak season and that vehicles at the site would be gas‑powered, prompting a commissioner question about fleet greening.
Murray , Salt Lake County, Utah
Murray Power Department proposes phased rate increase after over a decade without adjustments.
Clearlake, Lake County, California
Local resident seeks support for affordable RV living options due to financial constraints.
Oshkosh City, Winnebago County, Wisconsin
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San Francisco County, California
Supervisor Walton highlights service issues at Eugene Berger-managed housing sites during SFHA hearing.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners approved a conditional‑use authorization to convert a vacant laundromat at 779 Bush St. into a bar, finding the change aligned with downtown recovery goals; opponents cited local laundromat scarcity, while owners said the laundromat was financially unsustainable.
Oshkosh City, Winnebago County, Wisconsin
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San Francisco County, California
After residents described persistent trash, illegal dumping, rodents, broken playgrounds and delayed work orders at Sunnydale and Potrero, the committee heard SFHA and Eugene Berger Management Corporation describe staffing, procurement and remediation efforts and voted to continue the item for quarterly reporting and further oversight.
Clearlake, Lake County, California
The council approved a $46,500 contract for guardrail installation on Davis Avenue and awarded electrical contracts; staff reported Dam Road construction nearing completion and a City Hall renovation schedule with temporary office relocation.
Sandy City Planning and Zoning, Sandy, Salt Lake County, Utah
Adam Nash proposes zoning amendment to allow gas stations in SD Carnation zone.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
A Noe Valley homeowner received approval to demolish a 2,396 sq ft single‑family house and build a 5,901 sq ft four‑story, two‑unit building; staff found the project consistent with the General Plan and commissioners approved unanimously, with a note to inform staff if tenure changes.
Oshkosh City, Winnebago County, Wisconsin
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Clearlake, Lake County, California
The Clearlake City Council authorized a Memorandum of Understanding with Kanaka Unified School District for the 2023–24 school year; the district will contribute $142,956 to fund a full‑time School Resource Officer covering salary, benefits, training and vehicle costs.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The commission approved a conditional‑use authorization to demolish a 3,962 sq ft house and build an 8,785 sq ft residence at 3555 Pacific Ave, finding the project consistent with the General Plan; neighbors raised historic‑resource and geotechnical concerns and requested stronger construction‑management assurances.
Oshkosh City, Winnebago County, Wisconsin
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San Francisco County, California
The Board committee accepted the Reinvestment Working Group’s governance, business and viability studies for a San Francisco Municipal Finance Corporation (MFC) and a future San Francisco Public Bank and moved to prepare a resolution for the full Board, while presenters outlined a two‑phase approach and initial financial projections.
Sandy City Planning and Zoning, Sandy, Salt Lake County, Utah
Residents oppose rezoning residential area for business, citing safety and neighborhood integrity concerns.
Oshkosh City, Winnebago County, Wisconsin
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San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Planning staff and the mayor’s office described the Cultural Districts program, funded by Proposition E, and the CHESS reports that communities will develop to guide cultural preservation, housing, and economic strategies; commissioners pressed staff on land‑use tools and capacity building.
Clearlake, Lake County, California
Public commenters at the Clearlake city council meeting urged the council to prioritize local animals and raised allegations of inadequate care, disease outbreaks and volunteer exclusion at Bay Animal Services after a local organization rescued 50 animals from Stockton.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners unanimously authorize change from laundromat to bar at historic mixed-use site.
Oshkosh City, Winnebago County, Wisconsin
Commonwealth Development seeks RDA approval for a $19.2M affordable housing project in Oshkosh.
Sandy City Planning and Zoning, Sandy, Salt Lake County, Utah
Commission recommends against zoning change, citing concerns over neighborhood character and community impact.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The San Francisco Planning Commission voted unanimously July 20 to approve staff‑recommended amendments to the Planning Code that would impose objective minimum‑density standards in several residential districts and preserve conditional‑use review for projects that seek exceptions or demolition. The measure includes eligibility limits proposed by President Aaron Peskin to protect tenants.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners unanimously approve UPS project despite inquiries on vehicle sustainability.
Oshkosh City, Winnebago County, Wisconsin
The Oshkosh City Redevelopment Authority accepted a donated property at 1429 Fox Street, approved purchase of a vacant Mill Street lot for $32,000, and received executive director updates on Pioneer Island, Miles Kimball building, Boatworks bids, easements and intersection planning.
Maria Flores - School Board Member, Washington State
Former educator and state policy leader aims to continue serving on school board.
San Francisco County, California
Team members prepare and remove bulky waste to maintain community property conditions.
Sandy City Planning and Zoning, Sandy, Salt Lake County, Utah
Residents express strong opposition to proposed rezoning, fearing increased traffic and decreased property values.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Planning department advises conditions for parking lot upgrades amid community concerns on neglect.
Oshkosh City, Winnebago County, Wisconsin
The Oshkosh City Redevelopment Authority approved selling Jefferson Street redevelopment parcels to Commonwealth Development Corporation of America after a presentation and questions about financing, income set‑asides and schedule. Members added timeline and funding contingencies before voting to approve.
Sandy City Planning and Zoning, Sandy, Salt Lake County, Utah
Residents oppose rezoning educational building to professional office, fearing neighborhood disruption and future commercial use.
San Francisco County, California
Bank of North Dakota facilitated highest PPP loans per capita for small businesses nationwide
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commission unanimously supports project aimed at boosting San Francisco's downtown recovery efforts.
Maria Flores - School Board Member, Washington State
An incumbent District 1 school board member seeking re‑election framed their candidacy around three perspectives: years as a classroom teacher (including work on the Navajo Nation), being a parent of an Avante High School graduate, and more than a decade of policy work at the state OSPI agency.
San Francisco County, California
Board of Supervisors enables in-person and remote public comment during hybrid meetings.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Department identifies project as balanced, necessary, and harmonious with the surrounding neighborhood.
Utah Supreme Court, Utah Judicial Branch, Utah
Defense argues state failed to provide substantial evidence against Jennings' self-defense claim.
San Francisco County, California
City leaders outline plan for Municipal Financial Corporation to enhance community banking accessibility.
Utah Supreme Court, Utah Judicial Branch, Utah
At oral argument in State v. Jennings, counsel disputed whether the State must disprove a defendant’s claim of self‑defense at a bail hearing and whether the prosecution met the "substantial evidence" standard needed to deny bail. The court took the case under advisement.