Senate committee holds county governance bill after officials raise concerns about manager/council powers Senate Bill 266, intended to clarify lines between elected county officials and unelected county managers, was held in committee after testimony from county clerks, managers and elected officials who flagged drafting inconsistencies and potential conflicts with voter‑approved forms of government.

The Senate has hit pause on a crucial bill that could reshape the balance of power in county governments after concerns from officials over potential conflicts with voter-approved systems.

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County board directs staff to pursue new homeless governance model, gives fallback if CoC declines After months of review, the Board of Supervisors voted unanimously to direct staff to pursue a staff‑recommended model to reconstitute regional homelessness governance with elected officials in lead roles; if the Continuum of Care and partner cities decline, staff will work to establish a Sacramento Homeless and Housing Board, the motion said.

Sacramento County is taking bold steps to revamp its homelessness governance, empowering elected officials to lead the charge for accountability and change.

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Muskegon Commission debates social media policy for public officials Commissioner Kilgo questions including public officials in Muskegon's social media policy.

Muskegon City Commissioners are sparking a heated debate over a proposed social media policy that could redefine the accountability of public officials!

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