What happened on Wednesday, 09 August 2023
Wilson County, Tennessee
Facing a threatened lawsuit and a complaint under the Smith County Education Association Act, the judicial commission voted to hire Angelita Fisher to investigate, place two judicial commissioners on administrative leave with pay for up to 21 days, and appoint Stacy Swindell as interim director if she accepts.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
In July, SORT and ambulance teams initiated four Suboxone treatments amid rising crisis calls.
Summit County Council, Summit County Commission and Boards, Summit County, Utah
Treasurer Corey Forsling reviewed five property tax relief programs — including the 'circuit breaker' homeowner credit and a hardship abatement tied to a $38,369 income threshold — and recommended council discussion about raising the county hardship limit; staff will return with a staff report and item is scheduled for a future meeting.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Firefighters successfully extinguish Pier 28 fire and execute shipboard rescues of injured crew.
Summit County Council, Summit County Commission and Boards, Summit County, Utah
A Highland Estates resident asked the council for clear definitions and enforcement for street parking and right‑of‑way use after reporting a neighbor who leaves a 45‑foot RV with advertising wrapped on it parked on the shoulder for months; council requested photos and asked county attorney and planning/code enforcement to follow up.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Deputy Chief Saundra (Sandy) Tong reported July EMS figures (about 354 calls; market share rose to 80%), added seven paramedics from training, said a joint NSF grant with San Jose State was likely funded, and described one managed-alcohol placement that reduced a frequent 911 user's activations by about 92%.
2023 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
Senate gathers to confirm governor's appointments and adopt existing rules for session.
Summit County Council, Summit County Commission and Boards, Summit County, Utah
County staff and consultants reported on phases 1–2 of the 'Our Summit' community visioning process, citing 4,810 survey responses, targeted outreach to underrepresented groups and plans for a phase‑3 roadshow and fair intercepts to shape draft vision statements.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
City officials praise firefighters for their response to the severe Octavia and Oak fire.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Deputy Chief Darius Letrope described July operations including a Pier 28 under-pier fire requiring circulator and fire-boat tactics, two shipboard rescues from the Atlantic Glory, and a July 27 greater-alarm apartment fire on 19th Avenue that produced two firefighter injuries and exposed hoarding-related challenges.
Summit County Council, Summit County Commission and Boards, Summit County, Utah
Council approved the Council of Governments' recommended transportation sales tax (TST) projects and corridor preservation awards, including trail extensions and Old Ranch Road improvements, with explicit caveat that projects proceed only after receipt of funds.
2023 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
In the Aug. 9, 2023 extraordinary session the Utah Senate voted to consent to a large package of appointments to state boards and commissions and unanimously adopted a citation honoring the 50th anniversary of the National Wild Turkey Federation.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
A 39-year-old man sees 92 percent drop in 911 calls after entering managed alcohol program.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Fire Chief Janine Nicholson and Deputy Chief Darius Letrope told the California Public Utilities Commission and the Fire Commission that Cruise and Waymo have at times impeded operations, including an incident where an autonomous vehicle stopped between a fire engine and a car fire; the department described ongoing structured meetings with companies and SFMTA to resolve operational gaps.
2023 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
Senate adopts citation celebrating the fiftieth anniversary of the National Wild Turkey Federation.
Summit County Council, Summit County Commission and Boards, Summit County, Utah
Council adopted Ordinance 9‑60 after staff confirmed plat amendments and transportation right‑of‑way changes; the ordinance rezones Lot 10 of the Marketplace subdivision to Community Commercial and Lot 1 of the Gilmore subdivision to Rural Residential; vote was unanimous.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Chief Lumphrault highlights effective fire response and ongoing investigation into the fire's cause.
2023 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
On Aug. 9, 2023, the Utah State Senate unanimously consented to the governor's nominations of Charles Stormont to the Third District Court and Eric Gentry to the Fifth District Court, holding brief committee-of-the-whole remarks for each new judge.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Fire Chief and Deputy Chief meet with autonomous vehicle firms discussing operational safety concerns.
2023 Utah Legislature, Utah Legislature, Utah Legislative Branch, Utah
Senator Owens celebrates National Wild Turkey Federation’s contributions to wildlife conservation.