What happened on Tuesday, 05 December 2023
Maryland Department of Education, School Boards, Maryland
Maryland's Safe to Learn Act enhances emergency response through improved collaboration among agencies
Oral Arguments, Supreme Court Cases, Judiciary, Federal
Court debates taxation of property ownership versus realized income gains under sixteenth amendment.
Calistoga, Napa County, California
Council member highlights challenges of Calistoga's water system and personal financial difficulties.
Maryland Department of Education, School Boards, Maryland
Maryland finalizes MOU with University of Maryland and Morgan State for literacy team recruitment.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
City Clinic boosts PrEP and STI prevention efforts for diverse populations in San Francisco.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The commission unanimously approved an amendment to allow a third district placemaking sign at the Chase Center/Thrive City plaza to improve wayfinding and retail visibility; staff said the amendment applies only to Blocks 29–32 and illumination will coordinate with site retail signage.
Oral Arguments, Supreme Court Cases, Judiciary, Federal
At oral argument in Moore v. United States the Court debated whether the Sixteenth Amendment’s concept of “income” requires a realization event and whether the MRT — a pass-through tax on undistributed corporate earnings — may be attributed to shareholders, with justices probing broad consequences for tax law.
Calistoga, Napa County, California
Council discusses proposed two-tier water rates and urgent capital projects for sewage system.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The Commission approved extending and increasing the maintenance contract for Ellis Driveway to avoid a lapse in service ahead of a planned city transfer, despite one commissioner questioning sole-source procurement. The vote was 3–1.
Calistoga, Napa County, California
At its Dec. 5 meeting the Calistoga City Council proclaimed the Calistoga High School boys soccer team's record season and honored John Montelli on his retirement after decades in Public Works; Director Derek Rayner offered remarks on Montelli's institutional knowledge.
Maryland Department of Education, School Boards, Maryland
Doctor McCarthy reports on her first meeting with the special education Work Group
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Clinic optimizes care with new protocols and grants to combat HIV and STIs.
Maryland Department of Education, School Boards, Maryland
The board adopted COMAR childcare amendments (expanding prohibitions and enforcement), approved publication of KRA regulations for comment, adopted educator licensure rules and approved the board's 2024 legislative platform; multiple votes carried after discussion and some abstentions.
Calistoga, Napa County, California
After a lengthy public hearing Dec. 5, Calistoga officials introduced ordinances to raise water and wastewater rates to fund roughly $31 million in critical utility projects; the city clerk counted 601 water protests and 600 wastewater protests, fewer than required for a majority protest. Second reading is Dec. 19.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners discuss San Francisco's SB 76 and its implications for downtown entertainment zones.
Maryland Department of Education, School Boards, Maryland
Rochelle Bost urges Board to reconsider certification regulations impacting educators of color.
Maryland Department of Education, School Boards, Maryland
MSDE briefed the board on the Maryland Report Card (public release Dec. 13), previewing a rollback to ESSA methodology, inclusion of a new grade‑8 social studies measure and preliminary results showing more schools with 3 stars and a decline in 5‑star schools tied largely to chronic absenteeism.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Local expert probes environmental factors behind elevated syphilis disorder rates in the region.
JUDICIARY COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Representative Lane Jean highlights funding disparities affecting education and justice sectors.
Maryland Department of Education, School Boards, Maryland
After weeks of outreach, the State Board heard survey results split nearly 50/50 between two CCR proposals and debated whether the college‑and‑career‑readiness standard could block students from CTE pathways; members asked for more work on implementation, pathways and fiscal effects.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Citywide moves to larger facility to accommodate high demand for community services.
Maryland Department of Education, School Boards, Maryland
Dr. Townsend highlights importance of social emotional learning at Maryland State Board education meeting.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Community members request improved communication on events affecting noise levels in Fillmore.
JUDICIARY COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Senator Stubblefield highlights complexities of district court funding and rural representation issues.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
San Francisco's Commission greenlights outdoor amplified sound for The Check-In's entertainment events.
Maryland Department of Education, School Boards, Maryland
The Maryland Center for School Safety outlined training, grant programs and a statewide anonymous tip line it runs with the state fusion center; board members and public pressed officials on how the center works upstream to prevent gun violence and on tip follow‑up and SRO coverage.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
DPH officials highlight progress and strategies for combating HIV and STIs in San Francisco.
Maryland Department of Education, School Boards, Maryland
Dr. Tannette Smith will head literacy initiatives starting mid-January 2024.
JUDICIARY COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Panel discusses equity in funding public defense amidst growing county population costs.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commission grants outdoor music permits amidst neighborhood noise concerns and permits conditions.
Calistoga, Napa County, California
Calistoga leaders emphasize public involvement for efficient water management funding decisions.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
HIV diagnosis rates have stalled, with significant disparities among various demographic groups.
Maryland Department of Education, School Boards, Maryland
State board affirms Montgomery and Prince George's county decisions on bullying and discipline cases.
Maryland Department of Education, School Boards, Maryland
Alliance director requests Board of Education to fund support network for childcare centers.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners stress importance of targeting youth in ongoing HIV prevention efforts.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Numerous venues, including Northern Ducks and Brixton, cited for exceeding sound limits and permits.
Calistoga, Napa County, California
Council discusses impacts of inflation and increased costs on utility rate adjustments.
JUDICIARY COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Legislators discuss funding challenges for county court systems and propose further study.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commission approves measures to enhance nightlife and outdoor alcohol permitting in San Francisco.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
City Clinic advances DoxyPEP usage following successful national trial and recognition from peers.
JUDICIARY COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Counties struggle to afford justice system expenses as funding from court costs remains insufficient.
Calistoga, Napa County, California
Resident critiques city water hookup costs and advocates for transparent rate explanations.
Maryland Department of Education, School Boards, Maryland
Board adopts new consent agenda format to improve governance and discussion process.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Mission Terrace bar gains permit to host live performances and enhance community engagement.
JUDICIARY COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Senator questions accountability in millions unaccounted for in court collections
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
San Francisco sees 28 COVID hospitalizations and low vaccination rates at 21 percent.
Maryland Department of Education, School Boards, Maryland
Kendrick criticizes Maryland's MCAP reporting for neglecting socioeconomic disparities among districts.
Calistoga, Napa County, California
Council prioritizes fair water rates, conservation incentives, and urgent infrastructure improvements.
JUDICIARY COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
A joint House–Senate Judiciary Committee meeting opened to begin an Act 38 study of district court funding. Witnesses from the Arkansas Municipal League and Association of Arkansas Counties described a fragmented system of 24 AOJ funding buckets and about 30 miscellaneous fees, and urged legislative audit help.
Maryland Department of Education, School Boards, Maryland
Educators push for a slower curriculum to improve learning for special education students.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The San Francisco Entertainment Commission conditionally granted permits for Taco Rouge, Chota Mate, the Check-in, 165 O'Farrell, Lost Resort and American Bites; American Bites drew significant neighborhood opposition in North Beach and the commission approved a compromise permitting 10 indoor entertainment events per month with specified end times and standard good-neighbor conditions.
Calistoga, Napa County, California
City Council confirms no majority protest against proposed water and wastewater rate hikes
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Task force averted 50 percent of congenital syphilis cases through collaborative initiatives.
Calistoga, Napa County, California
Council recognizes Calistoga High's boys soccer achievements and honors retiring employee John Montelli.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Dr. Albert Lam joins Laguna Honda as new medical director amid public health updates.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Residents express strong objections to 12 W development citing traffic, parking, and safety issues.
Maryland Department of Education, School Boards, Maryland
Board member voices opposition to certification measure due to lack of scientific basis.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
OEWD told the commission that SB 76 — now state law for San Francisco — enables local entertainment zones for shared outdoor alcohol at special events and reforms Type 90 music venue rules; the office also outlined AB 1217, AB 1013, the cannabis events pilot, and launched the SF Live concert initiative.
Maryland Department of Education, School Boards, Maryland
Board aims to equip parents with data for engaging local schools and demanding improvements.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Health officials emphasize youth education efforts to combat rising STI and HIV rates.
Calistoga, Napa County, California
Residents dispute unfair water billing practices impacting their voting rights on rate increases.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commission approves an amendment allowing an additional district sign for Thrive City.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Senior inspection staff told the commission they handled 194 311 complaints since Oct. 3 and cited venues including Northern Ducks, Brixton, Silverstone Cafe, Trinity and Imperial Palace; staff outlined suspension thresholds and the commission voted to deprioritize SF Mix complaints based on sustained compliance.
Maryland Department of Education, School Boards, Maryland
County officials emphasize student safety and effective response to potential threats in schools.
Calistoga, Napa County, California
Residents challenge Calistoga officials on transparency and equity of water rate hikes
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Workshop gathers Dogpatch residents' feedback on Link 21's train service proposals
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
CHEPS outlines strategies to reduce health disparities related to HIV and STIs in San Francisco.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Fillmore residents told the San Francisco Entertainment Commission they receive little neighborhood outreach and endure repeated loud, amplified events — one resident reported measuring sound levels up to 107 dB — and asked the commission to improve notice and enforcement options.
Maryland Department of Education, School Boards, Maryland
Pizam finalizes its inaugural strategic plan, highlighting key educational leaders and initiatives.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commission discusses contract adjustments and community concerns regarding Fillmore Heritage Center conditions.
Calistoga, Napa County, California
Council adopts new wastewater rates and reviews requests for expanded climate assessment funding.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
San Francisco Department of Public Health presented HIV and STI surveillance and program updates showing a slowdown in declines in new HIV diagnoses, persistent disparities (notably rising diagnoses among Latino men who have sex with men and higher STI rates among BIPOC youth), and program responses including Health Access Points, DoxyPEP monitoring, and linkage/navigation services.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioner Chao stresses community effort in fiscal responsibility at recent meeting.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
A Mission Bay resident urged OCI staff to reconsider aspects of a proposed 12W project, citing traffic, parking and safety worries; OCII reported plans to convert 20 parking spaces to below-market spaces at 185 Channel and discussed replacement housing and Certificate of Preference (COP) enhancements.
Maryland Department of Education, School Boards, Maryland
State Board discusses CCR standards and their impact on student career pathways and readiness.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
San Francisco prioritizes partnerships to tackle healthcare access disparities among Latinx communities.
Calistoga, Napa County, California
Council unanimously approves agenda items following motion by Vice Mayor Lopez Ortega.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
The San Francisco Health Commission voted to accept multiple charitable gifts (including EPIC Systems and the San Francisco Public Health Foundation) and approved a consent calendar of contracts, including several Epic-related implementation agreements and social‑service provider contracts.
San Francisco City, San Francisco County, California
Commissioners approve $115,000 from EPIC Systems and $382,578.93 from Public Health Foundation
Yellowstone, Montana
Officers acknowledge wage improvements and thank community members for their support.
Yellowstone, Montana
At the Dec. 5 meeting the board approved Nov. 28 minutes, voted to approve listed claims and accepted the consent agenda; the committee reported awarding a vending bid to Pepsi Cola and a resident asked for clarification on bid scoring and training.
Yellowstone, Montana
Jim Soonus of the Team Students Union thanked the Board of County Commissioners for approving above-negotiated pay increases for detention officers and presented a signed card of appreciation; commissioners praised the work of detention staff.
PUBLIC HEALTH, WELFARE AND LABOR COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
Committee reviewed the Tobacco Settlement Commission quarterly report and a DHS presentation on the Tobacco Settlement Medicaid Expansion, which funds programs for pregnant women, adults 19–64, an AR Seniors program and 500 developmental-disability waiver slots.
PUBLIC HEALTH, WELFARE AND LABOR COMMITTEE - SENATE, Senate, Committees, Legislative, Arkansas
At a Senate Public Health committee meeting, the Alzheimer’s Association presented the Alzheimer’s and Dementia Advisory Council 2023 report, highlighting rising prevalence in Arkansas, caregiver burdens, new training statutes, and calls for Medicaid reimbursement of cognitive screening and a state match to double respite grant funding to $400,000.