Government Communications & Procurement: Ontario’s Ford government warned municipalities it could cut funding if they don’t follow “Buy Ontario” procurement rules that prioritize Ontario goods and services. Local Accountability & Public Input: In Altadena, council members said they found no record of public comment on license plate reader cameras “gifted” by Flock while a new contract is negotiated. Public Service Delivery: Hamilton received $210,000 in federal climate adaptation funding to update its climate risk plan and study a nature-based “sponge plaza” pilot to reduce flooding and heat impacts. Regulatory Change for Safety: New Zealand is changing hospitality drop-off rules so venues offering rides home won’t be hit with taxi-style fees when they contribute to transport costs. Digital Government: Kyrgyzstan’s Bishkek will move more urban development and architecture services to online applications starting Sept. 21. UK Public Sector Marketing: UK departments paid at least £2.4m to social media influencers to promote jobs, benefits, and tax advice, sparking scrutiny of how ministers use creators. Judicial Oversight: Spain’s government said it’s “perplexed” after a court halted a migrant camp operation in Ceuta, warning it could stall an imminent plan. Public Infrastructure & Water: Farmington, New Mexico marked completion of a $9.8m water and sewer project for Totah Subdivision homes, funded through federal relief and settlement money. Public Safety Fraud: A Kentucky jail warned residents about scams demanding money to “release” inmates.