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City Manager Curry announces a mutual separation with City Attorney Jane West, sparking a significant transition in Palatka's legal counsel.

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Palatka manager accepts city attorney Jane Wests separation; commission approves interim counsel up to $90,000
City Manager Curry told the commission she and City Attorney Jane West agreed on a separation effective Aug. 21; commissioners approved hiring Smith, Gambrell & Russell LLP with Lovesickia Hodges as lead counsel for up to $90,000 to cover transitional legal services.
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August 11, 2026 at 12:34 AM
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Florida's House Bill 1063 aims to revolutionize gubernatorial transitions with strict cybersecurity measures and tougher penalties for misuse of information.

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House committee advances bill to standardize gubernatorial transitions, toughens penalties for misuse of records
The State Affairs Committee reported HB 1063 favorably after adopting an amendment that requires governor-elects and designees to sign a cybersecurity and records memorandum of understanding and raises penalties for willful violations from a misdemeanor to a felony.
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February 5, 2026 at 2:33 AM
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Florida's House Bill 967 is set to revolutionize the way county officials transition into office, promising smoother handovers and immediate access to essential resources.

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Florida House passes HB 967 to revise election terms for county officers
HB 967 modifies terms of office commencement for Florida county officers and legislators.
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February 25, 2025 at 2:24 AM
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North Bend City Council grapples with an urgent ultimatum from Snoqualmie that could end essential police services, raising serious concerns about public safety.

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North Bend Council responds to Snoqualmie's abrupt police service termination notice
North Bend City Council discusses the implications of Snoqualmie's police service withdrawal plan.
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June 2, 2025 at 8:36 AM
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Middlesex County has a new prosecutor as Linda Estramera steps into the role following Yalan Chacon's retirement, promising a commitment to fairness and professionalism in law enforcement.

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Middlesex County announces retirement and swearing‑in of county prosecutor
Officials announced that Yalan Chacon retired Dec. 31 and that Linda Estramera (transcript spelling) was sworn in the same day as the new Middlesex County prosecutor; the board praised the incoming prosecutor’s long service in supervisory roles within the prosecutor’s office.
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January 23, 2026 at 12:40 PM