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  • Approve Council Committee Minutes for February 9 - March 17, 2026

    May 6, 2026

    ·Portland, OR
    Minutes

    On May 6, 2026, the Portland City Council approved official committee meeting minutes from February 9 through March 17, 2026, covering eight committees including Transportation and Infrastructure, Finance, Governance, Arts and Economy, Homelessness and Housing, Community and Public Safety, Climate and Resilience, and Labor and Workforce Development. The minutes, filed with the Auditor's Office and available in Efiles, include disposition agendas documenting committee actions, closed caption files, speaker lists, and audio recordings. Once approved by Council, the minutes will be publicly accessible through Efiles and linked on committee meeting agendas, with no financial impact associated with this approval.

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April 22, 2026 Meeting Minutes

Apr 22, 2026

·Hazleton, PA
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The Hazleton Government Study Commission met on April 22, 2026, at 5:02 PM to review draft articles of a proposed Home Rule Charter. The Commission, with six of seven members present, approved April 15 meeting minutes unanimously and reviewed updated drafts of Article II (City Council) and Article VI (Other Appointed Officials) prepared by PEL Consultants. New business focused on Article VII (Ordinances) and Article VIII (Budget and Finance), with updated drafts to be provided at the next meeting on May 6, 2026, at 5:00 PM. Public commenter David Dominguez raised questions about the proposed Controller position, revenue incentives for municipalities, and tax collection methods, noting that tax collection would be handled by an outside firm.

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  • 2026-04-14 Regular Meeting Agenda

    Apr 14, 2026

    ·Hazleton, PA
    Minutes

    The Hazleton City Council held a regular meeting on April 14, 2026, featuring a public hearing on the Greater Hazleton Area Thrive 2035 Multi-Municipal Comprehensive Plan and consideration of several ordinances and resolutions. Key items included first reading of Ordinance 2026-8 establishing a Residential Reserved Parking Permit Program, second reading of Ordinance 2026-7, and resolutions to approve the amended Fiscal Year 2026 Action Plan, award a bid for the Hazleton Streets Improvements Project—Phase 1, and request Department of Conservation and Natural Resources funds for the Columbus Court Community Park and Pagnotti Field Project—Phase 1.

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  • Libraries, Education, and Neighborhoods Committee — Minutes 4/9/2026

    Apr 9, 2026

    ·Seattle, WA
    Minutes

    The Seattle City Council's Libraries, Education, and Neighborhoods Committee met on April 9, 2026, with four of five members present. The committee reviewed an information item regarding a $4 million investment for refugee and community support services. The meeting lasted approximately 49 minutes and included standard procedural items such as agenda approval and public comment.

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  • Select Committee on the Library Levy — Minutes 4/8/2026

    Apr 8, 2026

    ·Seattle, WA
    Minutes

    On April 8, 2026, Seattle's Select Committee on the Library Levy unanimously approved Council Bill 121181, recommending it advance to the full City Council. The ordinance would authorize the City to submit a proposition to voters on August 4, 2026, requesting approval for regular property tax levies exceeding state limitations for up to seven years to fund library operating hours, collections, technology, programming, maintenance, and a seismic retrofit of one library facility. All seven committee members present voted in favor of passage, with no opposition.

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  • City Council — Minutes 4/8/2026

    Apr 8, 2026

    ·Boston, MA
    Minutes

    The Boston City Council held a regular meeting on April 8, 2026, with 11 of 12 councilors present. The Council approved and referred multiple appropriation measures to the Committee on Ways and Means, including the Annual Appropriation and Tax Order for FY2027, a $40 million appropriation to the Other Post-Employment Benefits Liability Trust Fund (addressing a $2.68 billion unfunded liability), $3.5 million for transportation infrastructure improvements, $5 million for coastal resilience projects, and a $384.7 million appropriation for various capital improvement projects across city departments.

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  • City Council — Minutes 4/1/2026

    Apr 1, 2026

    ·Boston, MA
    Minutes

    On April 1, 2026, the Boston City Council held a regular meeting where it approved two grants: a $20,000 Local Food Policy Grant from the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources to support food purchasing initiatives between Boston Public Schools and anchor institutions, and a $13,735 MassHire grant for workforce development programs serving individuals who are blind or visually impaired. The council also received communications regarding the city's financial status and budget challenges for the current fiscal year, and passed a special law petition regarding pension benefits for Firefighter Leo J. Bracken.

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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 at 5:00 PM in City Hall Conference Room A with six of seven members present. The Commission approved the March 4, 2026 meeting minutes unanimously and reviewed updated drafts of Article II (City Council) and Article III (Mayor) prepared by PEL Consultants, noting several revisions needed. At the next meeting scheduled for April 1, 2026 at 5:00 PM, the Commission will begin discussing Article V (City Solicitor) and Article VI (Other Appointed Officials). A public commenter raised concerns about scheduling a town hall meeting and about the accessibility of the 287(g) Program partnership documentation to residents.

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  • March 4, 2026 Meeting Minutes

    Mar 4, 2026

    ·Hazleton, PA
    Minutes

    The City of Hazleton Government Study Commission met on March 4, 2026, at 5:09 PM in City Hall Conference Room A with Vice Chairwoman Rossanna Gabriel presiding in the absence of Chairperson Allison Keegan. The Commission reviewed the Final Draft of Article I (General Powers), Article II (City Council), and Article III (Mayor) of a charter document prepared by PEL Consultants, noted revisions needed, and engaged in discussion regarding the drafts. The February 18, 2026 meeting minutes were approved unanimously on motion by Joseph Yannuzzi, seconded by Thomas Bruno. A citizen asked whether residents could petition for a referendum and what role the Government Study Commission held in that process, which PEL Consultants addressed. The Commission adjourned at 6:55 PM and scheduled the next meeting for Wednesday, March 18, 2026, at 5:00 PM on the second floor of City Hall.

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  • SPECIAL MEETING OF THE COUNCIL

    Feb 24, 2026

    ·Dearborn, MI
    Minutes

    The Dearborn City Council held a special meeting on February 24, 2026, with all seven members present, to address three main items: confirming the appointment of James Carter Fisher as Corporation Counsel (which was approved unanimously), considering ACCESS's request for a one-year extension on a recovery center construction project, and reviewing the assessing contract. The resolution for Corporation Counsel confirmed the Mayor's appointment and established that the position would receive full-time employee benefits including pension, health care, and life insurance, with salary adjustments tied to citywide employee increases.

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    Feb 24, 2026

    ·Dearborn, MI
    Minutes

    On February 24, 2026, the Dearborn City Council held a regular meeting with all seven members present, during which they passed several resolutions including recognition of Dr. Mustafa "Mark" Hamed and Hassan F. Abdallah for their election to the Michigan Board of Medicine, condolences for the passing of David Dumas, and approval of a consent agenda. The Council also approved a temporary use permit for a food truck at 25351 Ford Road, allowing one food truck to operate for six months (February 25 to August 31, 2026) as the property owner works toward establishing a permanent brick-and-mortar establishment, consistent with the city's zoning ordinance adopted in September 2025.

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  • Minutes of the Government Records Council February 24, 2026 Public Meeting – Open Session

    Feb 24, 2026

    ·Jersey City, NJ
    Minutes

    The Government Records Council held its public meeting on February 24, 2026, chaired by John Alexy, with members present including the Vice Chair and Secretary. The Executive Director reported that since OPRA's inception in 2002, the GRC has received 7,752 total Denial of Access Complaints, with 674 currently open cases (11.5%); in the current fiscal year (FY2026), the GRC has already received 368 complaints compared to 270 in all of FY2025, and has processed 1,140 inquiries to date. The council approved the open session meeting minutes and announced upcoming training for Rutgers University's Municipal Clerks' Continuing Education Conference on February 24, 2026 in Atlantic City.

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  • February 18, 2026 Meeting Minutes

    Feb 18, 2026

    ·Hazleton, PA
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    The City of Hazleton Government Study Commission met on February 18, 2026, at 5:02 PM in City Hall Conference Room A, with six of seven members present (Jeffrey Cusat absent). The Commission approved the February 4, 2026 meeting minutes unanimously and reviewed the Final Draft of the Council Article with PEL Consultants, incorporating recent commissioner decisions. PEL Consultants led discussion on the mayor's section of the Charter to reach consensus on individual items and identify points requiring further deliberation. Public commenter David Dominguez requested clarification on LERTA handling in the charter, and the Commission clarified that LERTA is governed by uniform state law outside the Commission's authority to modify. The meeting adjourned at 6:59 PM, with the next meeting scheduled for March 4, 2026, at 5:00 PM on the 2nd floor of City Hall.

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  • January 21, 2026 Meeting Minutes

    Jan 21, 2026

    ·Hazleton, PA
    Minutes

    The City of Hazleton Government Study Commission met on January 21, 2026, at 5:03 PM with six of seven members present (Joseph Yannuzzi absent) to discuss municipal governance structure. The Commission unanimously approved the January 7, 2026 meeting minutes and reviewed pre-meeting materials from PEL Consultants regarding governance recommendations, identifying multiple areas of consensus for future discussion. Public comment addressed district versus at-large representation, with Dee Deakos opposing districts and Nicarol Soto supporting districts or a mixed system, while Dave Dominguez advocated for seven council members, a public referendum on sales tax, and increased budgetary transparency. No invoices were presented for approval.

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  • OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK COUNCIL MINUTES January 12, 2026

    Jan 12, 2026

    ·Mesa, AZ
    Minutes

    The Mesa City Council held a study session on January 12, 2026, to review agenda items for the regular council meeting that day. Key discussions included clarification on an ordinance allowing e-bikes on sidewalks within parks only (while remaining prohibited on sidewalks elsewhere in the city) and approval of a three-year fencing contract worth approximately $120,000 annually for securing construction projects and temporary facilities. The council also reviewed recent events and scheduled the next study session for January 15, 2026.

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  • City Council Meeting Minutes January 12, 2026 Approved February 9, 2026

    Jan 12, 2026

    ·Coatesville, PA
    Minutes

    The City of Coatesville held a regular council meeting on January 12, 2026, during which President Lavender-Norris introduced the city's new solicitor, Joseph Clement. The council conducted a public hearing on a proposed zoning ordinance amendment that had undergone review by both the Chester County Planning Commission and the city's Planning Commission, with proper publication notices issued in December 2025 and January 2026 in compliance with Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code requirements. The ordinance amendment, which originated from concerns regarding convenience stores and other zoning matters identified by the city's Planning Commission, was presented for potential adoption following the public comment period.

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  • CITY OF POTTSVILLE, PENNSYLVANIA CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA Date: 1/5/2026

    Jan 5, 2026

    ·Pottsville, PA
    Minutes

    The Pottsville City Council met on January 5, 2026, to conduct reorganizational business including swearing in Mayor Tom Smith and Councilmen Jonathan Marsh and Scott Price, appointing interim legal counsel (Gretchen Sterns as interim solicitor and Shane Hobbs as interim assistant solicitor), and establishing department director positions across public affairs, finance, public safety, streets, and parks. The meeting agenda included approval of departmental monthly reports with performance metrics, a presentation on Main Street transformative strategies, and consideration of new business items such as zoning ordinances for skill games and vape shops, senior-friendly parking initiatives, and procedures for appointing city officials.

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  • COUNCIL CHAMBERS DECEMBER 10, 2025 MEETING OF THE

    Dec 10, 2025

    ·West Chester, PA
    Minutes

    On December 10, 2025, the Chester City Council held a regular meeting presided over by Mayor Stefan Roots, during which Police Commissioner Katrina Blackwell was sworn in with congratulations from city officials and community members. The council approved previous meeting minutes and addressed several items including Bill No. 5 (Ordinance 5, 2025), a final reading amendment to the Planning and Zoning Code that prohibits construction company and tradesperson headquarters in specific zoning districts and establishes maximum percentages for outdoor storage, and Resolution 147 regarding Grace Manor plan approval with standard stormwater management agreements. Public comments were received on agenda items including questions about amendments to the Pension Board ordinance and stormwater management protocols.

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  • 1 REGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DEARBORN November 18, 2025

    Nov 18, 2025

    ·Dearborn, MI
    Minutes

    On November 18, 2025, the Dearborn City Council held a regular meeting with all seven councilmembers present, during which they unanimously adopted four resolutions recognizing community contributions and mourning a passing: Council Citations for teacher Sandi Smith (52-year career), community member Mustapha Hawily, and Dr. Mohammad Ibrahim (for saving a resident's life), and condolences for the death of James R. Stokes. The Council also approved all items on the Consent Agenda and began consideration of a petition by Mourad Ahmed to vacate an 18-foot public alley adjacent to his property on Colson Avenue.

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  • 1 REGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL November 18, 2025 AGENDA 1. ROLL CALL 2.

    Nov 18, 2025

    ·Dearborn, MI
    Minutes

    The Dearborn City Council held a regular meeting on November 18, 2025, during which it unanimously passed several resolutions recognizing community members and city employees for their contributions and service. The council approved a consent agenda that included multiple expenditures and grants, including a $25,000 Michigan Economic Development Corporation grant for the WDDDA, a $44,998 contract for security camera installation at parking decks, a $40,938 contract for an audio-visual system at the Department of Public Works, and a $150,000 purchase of emergency supply kit items. The agenda also included routine matters such as roll call, invocation, and public comment, along with a resolution to vacate a public alley for property owner Mourad Ahmed.

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  • November 3, 2025 OAKLAND YOUTH COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES

    Nov 3, 2025

    ·Oakland, CA
    Minutes

    The Oakland Youth Commission held a meeting on November 3, 2025, called to order at 5:35pm by Ashley Tchanyoum, with 14 commissioners present and 1 excused absence. The commission approved meeting minutes and adopted elected executive committee members through motions by Ashley Tchanyoum and seconded by Mevoh Ajayi. At-Large Council Member Rowena Brown, sworn in January 2025, presented on her work leading the budget process and efforts to create an AI Hub in Oakland, while Adriana Villegas presented on behalf of OUSD All City Council. The meeting adjourned at 7:33pm, with the next meeting scheduled for Monday, November 17, 2025 at 5:30pm, preceded by an Executive Committee meeting from 5:00–5:30pm.

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  • City Council Meeting Minutes October 27, 2025 Approved November 10, 2025

    Oct 27, 2025

    ·Coatesville, PA
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    On October 27, 2025, the Coatesville City Council held a regular meeting where they approved the October 13 meeting minutes and accounts payables by unanimous vote. John Sly from ALS/Westwood EMS presented year-to-date emergency response data, reporting 1,261 total responses with 111 responses in September, including 114 medical incidents, six falls, four vehicle accidents, four overdoses, and four cardiac arrests; he also announced that outgoing EMS Chief Kennedy is transitioning to local government after 15 years of service and will be replaced by Chief Barnes.

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  • October 21, 2025 Meeting Minutes

    Oct 21, 2025

    ·Hazleton, PA
    Minutes

    The City of Hazleton Government Study Commission met on October 21, 2025, at 4:34 PM with seven commission members present to discuss the development of a Home Rule Charter. The commission conducted virtual discussions with representatives from comparable Pennsylvania municipalities: New Castle's Mayor Elisco, who recommended a full-time mayor and five-member City Council structure; Carlisle's Mayor Shultz, whose municipality has approximately 23,500 residents and an annual budget of $60 million under a council-manager form of government; and Wilkes-Barre's Mayor Brown, with approximately 55,000 residents, an annual budget exceeding $60 million, and 90 police officers, 62 firefighters, and 66 DPW employees. The commission must report its findings and recommendations to citizens within nine months from the election date, with possible extensions of nine additional months to prepare a proposed charter and two additional months if recommending district-based council elections; the charter must be completed by mid-August 2026, approximately 13 weeks before the election. The October 7, 2025 meeting minutes were approved unanimously, and the commission discussed potentially changing the location and time of the November 18 meeting.

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

    Oct 13, 2025

    ·Coatesville, PA
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    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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  • 1 REGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL October 7, 2025 AGENDA 1. ROLL CALL 2.

    Oct 7, 2025

    ·Dearborn, MI
    Minutes

    On October 7, 2025, the Dearborn City Council held a regular meeting approving multiple resolutions including recognitions for community members and city employees, consent agenda items, and several contracts and expenditures. Key decisions included awarding a $135,000 bulk leaf pick-up contract to RSB Services, LLC; authorizing $571,402.42 in sole source agreements with DTE Electric for street light pole replacements across three districts; and approving a $35,000 contract with artist Two Eagles Marcus for a winter art installation. The council also granted a temporary food truck permit and approved various fleet and equipment expenditure authorizations.

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  • October 7, 2025 Meeting Minutes

    Oct 7, 2025

    ·Hazleton, PA
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    The City of Hazleton Government Study Commission held a meeting on October 7, 2025, with six of seven members present to evaluate the city's current form of government over a planned 9-month study period. The Commission will decide whether to recommend retaining the current government structure or draft a Home Rule Charter, with the latter extending the process by an additional 9 months and requiring voter approval via referendum. Regular GSC meetings are scheduled for the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month at 4:30 PM at City Hall Conference Room A, with agendas and minutes to be posted on the city website. The Commission is conducting interviews with current and former mayors, city council members, and department heads, and subcommittees held virtual discussions with representatives from Lancaster and Williamsport, both Pennsylvania municipalities with full-time mayors that adopted Home Rule Charters; Lancaster used Home Rule to increase its Earned Income Tax to fund public safety and public works.

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  • Des Moines City Council Agenda for 9/29/2025 Regular Meeting

    Sep 29, 2025

    ·Des Moines, IA
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    The Des Moines City Council held a regular meeting on September 29, 2025, featuring a closed session at 3:30 PM for litigation strategy discussions and a proclamation honoring Fire Prevention Week. The consent agenda included routine approvals of 55 items, including 5 new alcoholic beverage license applications (for establishments like Des Moines Marriott and Platform), 27 renewal applications for existing liquor licenses, and special event permits for Apres Bar Co.

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  • September 16, 2025 Meeting Minutes

    Sep 16, 2025

    ·Hazleton, PA
    Minutes

    The City of Hazleton Government Study Commission met on September 16, 2025 at 4:33 PM with seven commission members, City Solicitor Sean Logsdon, and staff present to advance its mandate of studying the structure and operations of city government. The Commission approved the September 2, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously and discussed outreach efforts to distribute questionnaires to municipal leaders, internal department heads, the Mayor, City Council members, and former officials to assess government strengths and weaknesses and determine whether to recommend adoption of a Home Rule Charter. Follow-up meetings with respondents will be scheduled based on their availability and preferred formats (in-person, virtual, or phone). The next meeting is scheduled for October 7, 2025 at 6:00 PM at Southside Fire Station, 525 E. Broad Street.

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  • 1 REGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DEARBORN September 9, 2025

    Sep 9, 2025

    ·Dearborn, MI
    Minutes

    On September 9, 2025, the Dearborn City Council held a regular meeting with all seven members present, during which they unanimously approved several resolutions including a citation honoring Mike Esseily for his leadership in special education services and the consent agenda. The Council also approved bids for Water Main Repair Parts totaling $200,000 (split between Core and Main, LP at $150,000 and EJ USA, Inc. at $50,000) and accepted a bid from Johnson Sign Company for $54,995 for wayfinding signage and removal at Camp Dearborn, with both contracts to be financed from the appropriate city funds.

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  • City Council Meeting Minutes September 8, 2025 Approved September 22, 2025

    Sep 8, 2025

    ·Coatesville, PA
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    The Coatesville City Council held a regular meeting on September 8, 2025, with four of seven members present. The council approved minutes from the previous meeting and accounts payables, and conducted the swearing-in of four new police officers through a civil service process that began in May, including three full-time officers to fill vacancies and one position created through acceptance of a Department of Justice COPS training grant.

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