Andrew Luther, general manager of the Nampa Civic Center, said labor and reallocated support costs have pushed a preliminary FY27 deficit to about $397,000 and outlined phased renovation concepts (theater seating and broader aesthetic upgrades) and revenue strategies including rate increases and in‑house janitorial to reduce operating costs.

Columbia County officials said a partnership with Google and Georgia Power includes covenants that make Google responsible for upstream and downstream energy costs and that the county intends to redirect revenue to reduce or eliminate homestead property taxes for homeowners.

The commission unanimously approved historic zoning for the Doris Miller Auditorium (2300 Rosewood Ave) based on architecture, community value and historic associations, citing its USO-era origins and long service to East Austin residents; staff recommended designation and commissioners supported it.

The Pinellas County School Board outlined a phased relocation of the deaf and hard-of-hearing (DHH) program from Cross Bayou Elementary to Walsingham Oaks K–8 as part of a broader school consolidation plan; the move drew emotional public comment and requests for staff continuity and careful transition planning.

Committee members raise eyebrows over snowflake costs during discussion.

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The Alamogordo City Commission voted 5–1 on Feb. 10 to approve a $55,000 fireworks contract for the city’s 250th‑anniversary celebration, after staff warned the only available vendor’s terms could require the city to pay if weather cancels both scheduled dates.

City Council formally rejects low bid for Doheny Park property intended for trust fund.