What happened on Monday, 18 September 2023
Crockett, Houston County, Texas
Virginia Lewis proposes enhancing city image by removing Onshore sign for new welcome artwork
Crockett, Houston County, Texas
Council approved a resolution asking TxDOT to redesignate state and U.S. highways so truck routing avoids downtown Crockett; staff said TxDOT agreed to a study and added signage, including flashing LEDs, to discourage through truck traffic on the square.
Cape Cod Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), West Chatham, Town of Chatham, Barnstable County, Massachusetts
Steph Spadoni of the Cape Cod RTA reported the agency will receive 20 Ford E‑Transit electric vans soon, wrapping up its zero‑emission transition study in October and planning charger installation and driver training.
San Francisco County, California
The committee voted to send a positive recommendation to the full Board for two PG&E easements (total 593 sq ft) on City property at 4840 Mission Street (Islais Place), a 137‑unit, 100% affordable family housing project whose temporary certificate of occupancy depends on utility connections.
St. Joseph, Buchanan County, Missouri
The St. Joseph City Council voted to reject a $24,000 contract to install three wayfinding signs as part of the River Bluff Gateway Project after members questioned whether limited Gateway funds should pay for $8,000 signs when other applicants were denied.
Crockett, Houston County, Texas
Council approves temporary right-of-way closure for Christmas in Crockett and circus event.
Crockett, Houston County, Texas
The Texas Film Commission presented Crockett with a Film Friendly Texas certification, which state officials and local leaders said will help the city accommodate on-location filming and could generate local spending on catering, lodging and other services.
San Francisco County, California
Supervisors referred an ordinance that would reduce inclusionary housing requirements and modify development‑impact fee processes to the full Board without committee recommendation after Supervisor Preston reiterated opposition and said the measure had not shown it would increase housing production.
San Francisco County, California
Supervisors debate amendments to controversial housing legislation amidst public outcry for change
Cape Cod Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), West Chatham, Town of Chatham, Barnstable County, Massachusetts
During District 5 project updates, public commenter John York pressed MassDOT about a design‑exception approval for the Bourne rotary project (610542) that he said disappeared from the project information page; MassDOT described a standard review process (design justification workbook, committee review, administrator approval) and agreed to provide documentation.
Crockett, Houston County, Texas
City crews address drainage problems and road repairs following resident's report and survey
Cape Cod Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), West Chatham, Town of Chatham, Barnstable County, Massachusetts
Council on Environmental Quality seeks public input on NEPA regulatory streamlining until September 29
San Francisco County, California
The Land Use Committee heard a lengthy presentation and heated debate on a sweeping mayoral ordinance to streamline housing approvals across San Francisco. Supporters urged speed to meet state mandates; opponents and tenant groups warned it would enable demolition of rent‑controlled units and silence community input. The committee continued the item to Oct. 2 for further amendments.
San Francisco County, California
Committee approves utility easements for 137-unit Islais Place affordable housing project.
San Francisco County, California
Board of Supervisors allows both in-person and remote public comments during hybrid meetings.
Crockett, Houston County, Texas
Crockett achieves Film Friendly Texas certification, boosting local economy and media production possibilities.
Cape Cod Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), West Chatham, Town of Chatham, Barnstable County, Massachusetts
The Cape Cod Canal Bridges replacement study presented a draft tied‑arch preferred type and said MassDOT prioritized the Sagamore Bridge for federal grant competitiveness; the study team is preparing for an Environmental Impact Statement and pursuing multi-source federal and state funding.
Cape Cod Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), West Chatham, Town of Chatham, Barnstable County, Massachusetts
Municipalities can apply for Signs and Lines and infrastructure grants by June 30, 2024.
San Francisco County, California
Board members approve recommendation for preserving Colombo Market Arch's historical significance.
San Francisco County, California
The proposed ordinance aims to reduce barriers and expedite housing approvals to meet state mandates.
Crockett, Houston County, Texas
Council votes to request Texas Department of Transportation redesignate highways for better navigation.
San Francisco County, California
San Francisco’s Mayor Breed seeks approval for Hans Balduff's historic preservation commission appointment.
Cape Cod Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), West Chatham, Town of Chatham, Barnstable County, Massachusetts
MPO staff described two Safe Routes to Schools grant streams: a quick-build Signs & Lines grant (reimbursable, increased to $10,000, completion by 06/30/2024) and a larger Infrastructure grant (K–12 focused, applications due Oct. 6, ADA and MassDOT engineering directives required).
Cape Cod Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), West Chatham, Town of Chatham, Barnstable County, Massachusetts
Cape Cod RTA outlines successful electrification efforts and plans to finish by October.
Crockett, Houston County, Texas
Crockett invites community to celebrate National Night Out with free food and public safety connections.
San Francisco County, California
Commission unanimously recommends Hans Baldorf for mayoral appointment to historic preservation role.
San Francisco County, California
Committee supports landmark status for San Francisco's oldest fire station in Visitation Valley.
Cape Cod Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), West Chatham, Town of Chatham, Barnstable County, Massachusetts
MassDOT presented a new Massachusetts Vehicle Census dashboard that links odometer data to vehicle registrations, enabling municipalities and MPOs to analyze counts, vehicle age, weight class, zero-emission shares, and daily vehicle miles traveled; block-group data and additional vehicle characteristics are planned.
Cape Cod Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), West Chatham, Town of Chatham, Barnstable County, Massachusetts
District shares progress on various projects including rotary improvements and shared use paths
Crockett, Houston County, Texas
Police reported 16 officers worked 2,996 hours in August, responding to 517 calls for service, making 51 arrests and issuing 358 traffic citations; the fire department reported 79 calls with 54 inside the city and 3 structure fires.
San Francisco County, California
Public comments highlight concerns over meeting times and restrictions during neighborhood safety discussions.
San Francisco County, California
Supervisors endorse ordinance enhancing tenant rights and organizing efforts in San Francisco.
San Francisco County, California
Community members urge rejection of housing legislation, citing risks to tenant protections and affordability.
San Francisco County, California
Citizens demand prioritization of affordable housing in San Francisco's proposed legislation.
Crockett, Houston County, Texas
Council approved temporary state-right-of-way closures for Christmas events, a circus permit for Culpepper and Merriweather, reappointed three planning commissioners and approved payment of CEID invoices, all by motions recorded as 'all in favor.'
San Francisco County, California
The Public Safety and Neighborhood Services Committee continued two ordinance items—one to amend the health code affecting retail pharmacies and another to limit armed guards’ ability to draw firearms—to its Sept. 28 meeting after a telephone commenter raised concerns about meeting timing and public comment rules.
Cape Cod Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), West Chatham, Town of Chatham, Barnstable County, Massachusetts
MassDOT unveils Massachusetts Vehicle Census, detailing vehicle registrations and usage trends.
San Francisco County, California
Committee recommends Union at Home 2 ordinance to empower tenants in San Francisco.
Crockett, Houston County, Texas
Council approved amendments to the fiscal-year 2023 budget, recording roughly $1.19 million in additional general-fund revenues, $265,000 for water/sewer, $292,399.14 in grant funds and new spending for ERP software and street repairs.
Cape Cod Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), West Chatham, Town of Chatham, Barnstable County, Massachusetts
MassDOT outlines accessibility standards for transportation projects, including bike and pedestrian accommodations.
San Francisco County, California
Supervisors voted to forward a resolution initiating landmark designation for Fire Station No. 44 (1298 Gerard St.) to the full Board with a positive recommendation after sponsor Supervisor Shimon Walton described the building’s history and community support.
San Francisco County, California
The Public Safety and Neighborhood Services Committee voted to send a resolution to the full Board recommending that a Type 64 (theater) liquor license be issued to ODC Theater at the address listed in the file.
San Francisco County, California
Legislation aims to support tenants associations and improve negotiations with corporate landlords.
San Francisco County, California
Supervisor Connie Chan introduces ordinance allowing tenant representation in landlord meetings.
St. Joseph, Buchanan County, Missouri
Council approved emergency purchases for IT subscriptions and sewerage revenue bonds, approved an amendment and support for a Cathedral Hill tax-credit application, placed several ordinances on first reading, and heard public complaints about code-enforcement procedures and a demolition of a vacant church property.
San Francisco County, California
The Rules Committee unanimously advanced Supervisor Connie Chan’s ‘Union at Home 2’ amendments to the full Board, adding language to clarify landlords’ obligation to confer in good faith and a provision to provide adequate time for translation services for limited-English tenants; public commenters and tenant advocates expressed broad support.
Cape Cod Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), West Chatham, Town of Chatham, Barnstable County, Massachusetts
The state of Massachusetts begins integrating 20 electric vehicles into its mobility assistance program.
San Francisco County, California
The Rules Committee unanimously forwarded an Administrative Code amendment to allow voluntary payroll deductions for the Firefighters Cancer Prevention Foundation after sponsors said the combined charities program’s sunset removed the previous channel; union representatives said payroll donations account for nearly $60,000 annually.
San Francisco County, California
The Rules Committee unanimously forwarded Mayor Breed’s nomination of architect Hans Baldorf to the Historic Preservation Commission to the full Board after hearing Baldorf’s remote remarks about his local preservation work and brief committee questions. The City Attorney will correct typographical errors in the motion text before the full Board.