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26 results for “charter drafting”

  • April 1, 2026 Meeting Minutes

    Apr 1, 2026

    ·Hazleton, PA
    Minutes

    The Hazleton Government Study Commission met on April 1, 2026, to review and revise draft charter articles including City Council, Mayor, Office of Law, and Appointed Officials, with PEL Consultants providing updates and guidance on the drafts. The Commission noted additional revisions needed and scheduled a supplemental meeting for April 22 to address the volume of material. Public comments included questions about charter information for voters and hiring procedures, including criminal background checks, as well as support for establishing a Managing Director position.

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  • Wednesday, March 25, 2026 2:30 PM City of Phoenix Meeting Location:

    Mar 25, 2026

    ·Phoenix, AZ
    Agenda

    The City of Phoenix City Council held a formal meeting on March 25, 2026 at 2:30 PM in the City Council Chambers. The agenda document (revised March 24, 2026) contains 205 pages with 72 items, though specific details about items discussed or decisions made are not provided in this excerpt. The meeting offered multiple participation options including in-person attendance, virtual access via Webex, and phone call-in options, with Spanish language interpretation and registration available for public speakers.

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  • CITY OF WORCESTER Tuesday, March 24, 2026 AGENDA OF THE CITY COUNCIL

    Mar 24, 2026

    ·Worcester, MA
    Agenda

    The Worcester City Council meeting scheduled for April 14, 2026, includes approval of minutes from the March 24, 2026 meeting and consideration of a petition by Worcester Mill LLC, represented by Mark A. Borenstein, Esq., requesting discontinuance of certain portions of Mill Street and abandonment of the city's right-of-way and easement rights, which has been referred to the Planning Board. The meeting will be held at 6:30 P.M. in the Esther Howland (South) Chamber at City Hall and will allow both in-person and remote participation via Zoom.

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  • March 18, 2026 Meeting Minutes

    Mar 18, 2026

    ·Hazleton, PA
    Minutes

    The Hazleton Government Study Commission met on March 18, 2026, to review and approve updated drafts of Articles II (City Council) and III (Mayor) of the city charter, with PEL Consultants incorporating recent commissioner decisions and noting additional revisions needed. The Commission plans to begin discussions on Article V (City Solicitor) and Article VI (Other Appointed Officials) at its next meeting on April 1, 2026. A resident raised questions about upcoming town hall meetings, charter referendum provisions, and public access to the recently signed 287(g) Program partnership, which were addressed by the commission.

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  • CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA Tuesday, March 3, 2026, 6:00 P.M.

    Mar 3, 2026

    ·Los Angeles, CA
    Agenda

    This is a City Council meeting agenda for the City of Arcadia scheduled for Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at 6:00 P.M. in the City Council Conference Room. The document outlines procedural information including accessibility accommodations, language translation services, and methods for public comment submission (in-person, website, or email), with specific time limits for speakers based on the number of participants. No substantive agenda items, budget figures, or policy decisions are detailed in this document.

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  • NOTICE OF MEETING AND CITY COUNCIL AGENDAi MONDAY, MARCH 2, 2026 – 6:00 P.M.

    Mar 2, 2026

    ·Kansas City, MO
    Agenda

    This is a March 2, 2026 Jefferson City, Missouri City Council meeting agenda scheduled for 6:00 P.M. at the John G. Christy Municipal Building. The agenda includes a financial update presentation by Shiela Pearre, consideration of consent items including a surplus property sale to MoDOT and a police department UTV purchase, and introduction of eight bills covering parking and traffic amendments, a $50,000 air service guarantee agreement with Columbia Regional Airport, multiple subdivision and land use approvals, and a tax credit agreement for a conference center project.

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  • February 18, 2026 Meeting Minutes

    Feb 18, 2026

    ·Hazleton, PA
    Minutes

    The Hazleton Government Study Commission met on February 18, 2026, to review the final draft of a Council Article incorporating recent commissioner decisions and to discuss the mayor's section of the Charter. During the meeting, PEL Consultants led discussions to build consensus on individual charter items and identify areas requiring further deliberation, with commissioners sharing their perspectives on the proposed changes. A public commenter requested clarification on LERTA handling in the charter, but the commission clarified that LERTA is governed by uniform state law and cannot be modified through the home rule charter process.

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  • CITY OF SPOKANE REGARDING CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS

    Feb 9, 2026

    ·Spokane, WA
    Other

    The City of Spokane scheduled City Council meetings for February 9, 2026, including an Agenda Review Session at 3:30 p.m. and a Legislative Session at 6:00 p.m., held in City Council Chambers at City Hall with virtual participation available via WebEx and live streaming on Channel 5 and online platforms. Members of the public may provide testimony during the meetings by signing up online between February 6-9, 2026, or in person on February 9 starting at 8:00 a.m., with testimony limited to matters related to city affairs, operations, and services.

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  • 1 REGULAR MEETING MONDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2026

    Feb 9, 2026

    ·Lansford, PA
    Agenda

    This document announces a Regular Meeting of Reading City Council scheduled for Monday, February 9, 2026, at 7:00 pm, available as a hybrid meeting via Zoom, Facebook, and local cable channel BCTV MAC Channel 99. The document outlines rules for public participation, requiring residents and taxpayers to pre-register by 4 pm on the meeting day through phone, email, or in-person sign-up, with speakers on agenda items limited to 5 minutes and non-agenda speakers to 3 minutes. Only registered residents or taxpayers are permitted to speak unless granted permission by the Council President or a majority of Council.

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  • February 4, 2026 Meeting Minutes

    Feb 4, 2026

    ·Hazleton, PA
    Minutes

    The Hazleton Government Study Commission met on February 4, 2026, to review and discuss the proposed structure of a new legislative body for the city, with PEL Consultants leading presentations on the method of council election and presenting a draft of Article II City Council. Commissioners engaged in discussion about the council election method and provided feedback on the draft charter language, which PEL will incorporate into an updated version for future review. Public comments included suggestions for long-term policy considerations such as a seven-member council structure and requests to address potential law enforcement coordination issues at the next meeting.

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  • Minutes for Regular Meeting #2677 APPROVED on February 4, 2026

    Feb 4, 2026

    ·San Jose, CA
    Minutes

    The Santa Clara County Board of Education held Regular Meeting #2677 on January 21, 2026, with Vice President Speiser presiding in the absence of President Chon. The meeting included special recognitions, including Paula Leggett as the Employee of the Month and the appointment of Axel Andino as the 2025–2026 Student Board Member. The board also heard updates from the new Student Board Member regarding activities at Osborne School, including art projects and author visits.

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  • NOTICE OF MEETING AND CITY COUNCIL AGENDA

    Jan 20, 2026

    ·Kansas City, MO
    Agenda

    The Jefferson City Council met on January 20, 2026, to address various agenda items including recognizing posthumous and service awards, approving a special exception permit for a conference center and hotel exceeding 100,000 square feet at 201 Madison Street and 210 Monroe Street, and making mayoral appointments to multiple boards and commissions. The consent agenda included approval of several contracts for wastewater management, yard waste removal, and transit software services, while pending bills addressed the creation of a Downtown Jefferson City Conference Center Community Improvement District.

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  • 2026 Adopted Budget 1/1/2026 (Document Updated 01/21/2026)

    Jan 1, 2026

    ·Evanston, IL
    Budget
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  • December 17, 2025 meeting agenda

    Dec 17, 2025

    ·Baltimore, MD
    Agenda

    This is an agenda document for a December 17, 2025 Board of Public Works meeting to be held online and at the State House Governor's Reception Room in Annapolis, Maryland. The agenda covers multiple state departments and agencies including Agriculture, Housing and Community Development, Maryland Department of the Environment, Maryland Department of Transportation, Department of General Services, University System of Maryland, and Department of Natural Resources, with items addressing grants, capital improvements, real property transactions, and various procurement matters across 293 pages of supporting materials.

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  • December 16, 2025 Meeting Minutes

    Dec 16, 2025

    ·Hazleton, PA
    Minutes

    The Hazleton Government Study Commission met on December 16, 2025, to advance its work on developing a Home Rule Charter for the city. The commission approved meeting schedule changes to the first and third Wednesday of each month at 5:00 PM through August 2026, and consultant Fred Reddig from the Pennsylvania Economy League reviewed the importance of applying clarity, consistency, conciseness, and correctness when drafting the charter. The commission will begin drafting the Legislative Branch section of the charter in January 2026, with draft materials to be distributed in advance, followed by a public meeting to review materials and provide educational information to citizens; the binding charter language will be in English with Spanish translations for informational purposes.

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  • CHARLES MODICA INDEPENDENT BUDGET ANALYST December 3, 2025

    Dec 3, 2025

    ·San Diego, CA
    Budget

    This document is a public guide prepared by San Diego's Independent Budget Analyst on December 3, 2025, designed to help residents understand the FY 2026 Adopted Budget and the city's budget process. The guide covers the adopted budget overview and highlights, explains how the city's operating and general funds work, describes the budget creation process and roles of key stakeholders, and provides resources including frequently asked questions and a glossary. No specific budget figures or policy decisions are detailed in this introductory portion; rather, it serves as an educational reference document for public transparency.

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  • November 18, 2025 Meeting Minutes

    Nov 18, 2025

    ·Hazleton, PA
    Minutes

    The Hazleton Government Study Commission met on November 18, 2025, to discuss the potential adoption of a Home Rule Charter as an alternative to the city's current form of government. Key speakers included Mayor Panto of Easton (who recommended Home Rule for its revenue flexibility) and City Council President Jim Perry, who emphasized that Home Rule could provide alternative revenue sources like earned income tax to address Hazleton's ongoing challenges in funding essential services. Multiple commissioners expressed support for pursuing a Home Rule Charter, citing the need for revenue options beyond property tax increases.

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  • November 5, 2025 Meeting Minutes

    Nov 5, 2025

    ·Hazleton, PA
    Minutes

    The Hazleton Government Study Commission met on November 5, 2025, to discuss the development of a potential Home Rule Charter for the city. During the meeting, commissioners reviewed subcommittee reports detailing governance structures from other Pennsylvania municipalities, including Altoona's manager-council model and Williamsport's strong mayor-council form, to inform their recommendations. The Commission discussed its nine-month reporting deadline (with possible extensions) and the requirement to submit any proposed charter 13 weeks before an election, though several commissioners expressed the need for additional time to study governance options and gather community input before proceeding to a vote.

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  • OCRC MINUTES Page 1 of 65 October 30, 2025 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF

    Oct 30, 2025

    ·Cincinnati, OH
    Minutes

    The Ohio Civil Rights Commission held a regular meeting on October 30, 2025, at Rhodes State Office Tower in Columbus, with Chair Valerie Lemmie presiding and all five commissioners present. The meeting included approval of corrected minutes from the same date, followed by consideration of multiple complainants' requests for reconsideration to vacate original "no probable cause" determinations and authorize further investigation in discrimination cases spanning employment, housing, and public accommodations across various Ohio regions. The specific cases involved allegations against entities including Horizons Ohio Publications, care facilities, dental practices, retailers, and government agencies.

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  • City Council Meeting Minutes October 13, 2025 Approved October 27, 2025

    Oct 13, 2025

    ·Coatesville, PA
    Minutes

    The Coatesville City Council held a regular meeting on October 13, 2025, where they unanimously appointed Rob Jefferson as City Solicitor following his transition to the law firm Unruh, Turner, Burke & Frees. The Council also conducted a public hearing on the HND Hilltop Neighborhood Development Overlay LERTA District Ordinance, which would establish tax exemptions from real estate property tax for certain deteriorated properties within a designated neighborhood development overlay district, in compliance with Pennsylvania's Local Economic Revitalization Tax Assistance Act.

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  • October 7, 2025 Meeting Minutes

    Oct 7, 2025

    ·Hazleton, PA
    Minutes

    The City of Hazleton Government Study Commission met on October 7, 2025, to advance its nine-month evaluation of the city's current government structure. Pennsylvania Economy League representatives presented information on the Commission's responsibilities and the Home Rule Charter process, explaining that the Commission must ultimately recommend either retaining the current government form or drafting a Home Rule Charter for voter approval, with potential for extended implementation timelines. The Commission is conducting ongoing interviews with current and former municipal leaders and has begun subcommittee discussions with representatives from other Pennsylvania municipalities that have adopted Home Rule, including Lancaster and Williamsport, to examine how charter changes have affected revenue generation and municipal governance.

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  • BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS TABLE OF CONTENTS AUGUST 6, 2025

    Aug 6, 2025

    ·Baltimore, MD
    Agenda

    The Board of Public Works held a meeting on August 6, 2025, at the State House in Annapolis to address a comprehensive agenda covering multiple state agencies and departments. The agenda included items from the Secretary's Action Agenda spanning agriculture, transportation, housing, environmental services, and other state departments, with a recommendation to approve funding for 28 grants under the Maryland Agricultural Cost-Share Program. The meeting was held both online and in person, with numerous capital projects, real property matters, and departmental approvals scheduled for discussion across multiple supplemental sections covering transportation, general services, procurement, and natural resources.

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  • August 5, 2025 Meeting Minutes

    Aug 5, 2025

    ·Hazleton, PA
    Minutes

    The City of Hazleton Government Study Commission met on August 5, 2025, to advance its review of the city's governmental structure with support from Pennsylvania Economy League consultants. The Commission approved previous meeting minutes and invoices, reviewed its purpose and bylaws, and adopted a nine-month timeline to study the Optional Third-Class City Plan B and comparable Home Rule Charters in other municipalities through interviews and sub-committees. If voters approve a charter change following the Commission's recommendation, an additional nine months would be allocated for charter drafting.

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  • Steering Committee Agenda 07/14/2025

    Jul 14, 2025

    ·Stamford, CT
    Minutes

    The Steering Committee of Stamford's 31st Board of Representatives met remotely on September 8, 2025, to prepare the agenda for the Regular Board Meeting scheduled for October 6, 2025. The committee unanimously approved placing a resolution congratulating the Stamford Police Department's SWAT team on winning the Connecticut SWAT Team Challenge on the October agenda. Additionally, the committee advanced five mayoral appointment nominations to various city boards and commissions—including the Board of Ethics, Zoning Board of Appeals, Historic Preservation Advisory Committee, Arts & Culture Commission, and Social Services Commission—for consideration on the October agenda.

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  • ANNUAL COMPREHENSIVE FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDED JUNE 30, 2025

    Jun 30, 2025

    ·Hartford, CT
    Budget

    This Annual Comprehensive Financial Report from the Connecticut State Comptroller's Office documents the state's financial position for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2025. The report was prepared by the Budget and Financial Analysis Division under the leadership of Michael J. Delaney and includes government-wide financial statements, management's discussion and analysis, and audited financial information. The document represents a comprehensive accounting of Connecticut's revenues, expenditures, assets, and liabilities compiled with the assistance of accounting personnel across state agencies, universities, and colleges.

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  • PERFORMANCE BASED FUNDING COUNCIL FINAL REPORT MAY 5, 2025

    May 5, 2025

    ·State College, PA
    Other

    The Performance-Based Funding Council submitted its final report on May 5, 2025, establishing recommendations for implementing a performance-based funding model for Pennsylvania's state-related universities under Act 90 of 2024. The Council recommended making itself permanent, applying the performance-based model to new funds beginning fiscal year 2026-2027, and establishing a maximum performance allocation with metrics to determine earned amounts based on institutional performance. The report includes summaries from four public hearings, testimony from various stakeholders, and appendices detailing performance metrics and in-demand occupation codes.

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