- FL
- Volusia County
- 6/18/24
- 06/18/2024
- 337 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Volusia County Council recently convened to discuss several issues, with a point of contention being the proposed $2.5 million funding for the PACE Center for Girls. The center, which focuses on providing education and support to at-risk girls, spurred a vibrant discussion among council members, community leaders, and the public on the merits and financial implications of the significant allocation of funds.
- FL
- Putnam County
- 6/18/24
- 06/18/2024
- 105 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: At the recent meeting of the Putnam County Council, attention was devoted to discussions surrounding the county’s budget, with a particular emphasis on the millage rate, health insurance contributions, and the Sheriff’s request for a budget increase to fund new positions. The council analyzed the implications of various proposed adjustments to the millage rate, debated the sustainability of increasing health care contributions, and scrutinized the Sheriff’s request for additional funding.
- NJ
- Atlantic County
- 6/18/24
- 06/19/2024
- 69 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: In the latest meeting of the Atlantic County Board of Commissioners, advancements were made across a variety of community and infrastructure projects. Among the most noteworthy topics, the introduction of the Community and Agricultural Resilience Assessment (CARAT) tool and the guarantee ordinance for Atlantic County Aviation Park Phase 2 project took center stage.
- FL
- Seminole County
- 6/18/24
- 06/18/2024
- 338 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: During a recent Seminole County Council meeting, focus was placed on budgetary discussions for various departments and agencies, including the 18th Judicial Circuit Court, the Public Defender, and Lynx, as well as the transition of leadership within the State Attorney’s office. The meeting also touched on the efficiency of the court system, the Guardian Ad Litem’s slight budget increase, and the Central Florida Regional Transportation Authority’s historical growth and budget stabilization efforts.
- FL
- Leon County
- 6/18/24
- 06/18/2024
- 175 Minutes
- Noteworthy
- Highly Noteworthy
- Routine
Overview: The Leon County Council’s recent meeting was marked by a focus on fiscal responsibility and preparedness, as members deliberated over the fiscal year 2025 budget, which featured a $3.6 million investment in storm readiness projects and a discussion on the need for prudent budgeting amidst increasing property taxes. The budget, characterized by an emphasis on conservative spending and maintaining reserves, did not propose new taxes or fees, maintaining the millage rate for the 13th consecutive year.