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  • 2026-04-14 Regular Meeting Agenda

    Apr 14, 2026

    ·Hazleton, PA
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    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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  • COUNCIL WORK SESSION - February 3, 2026

    Feb 3, 2026

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Ambler, PA
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The Ambler Borough Council held a reorganization meeting on January 5, 2026, at which Liz Iovine was elected President (9-0), Lou Orehek was elected Vice President (5-4), and Karen Sheedy was elected President Pro Tem (9-0). The Council approved a 2026 meeting schedule with committee meetings on the first Tuesday of each month and business meetings on the third Tuesday at 7:00 p.m., and appointed key borough positions including Borough Manager Kyle Detweiler, Treasurer Marita Bondi, Finance Director James Gambles, and various professional service providers. A subsequent work session was scheduled for February 3, 2026, to address committee reports and a public service announcement regarding snow plowing and removal.

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

    Jan 12, 2026

    ·Coatesville, PA
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    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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  • January 7, 2026 Meeting Minutes

    Jan 7, 2026

    ·Hazleton, PA
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    The Hazleton Government Study Commission met on January 7, 2026, to review the city's charter with guidance from Pennsylvania Economy League (PEL) consultants. The commission discussed questions 1-15 focused on the Legislative Branch section of the Charter and reviewed a comparison chart of Third-Class City Code provisions; PEL will develop a narrative summary for commissioners to review before the next meeting. Public commenters raised questions about council member vacancies, suggested fixed-dollar healthcare benefits for council members rather than percentage contributions, and proposed holding occasional daytime council meetings to accommodate working citizens.

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

    Jan 5, 2026

    ·Pottsville, PA
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    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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  • December 16, 2025 Meeting Minutes

    Dec 16, 2025

    ·Hazleton, PA
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    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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  • COUNCIL CHAMBERS DECEMBER 10, 2025 MEETING OF THE

    Dec 10, 2025

    ·West Chester, PA
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    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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  • Minutes from the December 4, 2025 Regular Meeting

    Dec 4, 2025

    ·Hazleton, PA
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    Hazleton City Council held a regular meeting on December 4, 2025, where it approved three ordinances on first reading: Ordinance 2025-12 to clarify that the City, not the Hazleton City Authority, will oversee garbage collection (passing 3-1); Ordinance 2025-13 to make Harrison Street between 9th Street and Diamond Avenue a one-way street (passing unanimously 4-0); and Budget Ordinance 2025-14 for the city's 2026 fiscal year appropriations. The meeting also included the oath of office ceremony for incoming Junior Council members.

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  • REGULAR SEMI-MONTHLY MEETING November 25, 2025

    Nov 25, 2025

    ·Phoenixville, PA
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    On November 25, 2025, the Hanover Township Board of Supervisors held a regular semi-monthly meeting in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, where they approved the agenda, prior meeting minutes, and bills for the date. The Board issued Proclamation 2025-5 honoring the Lehigh Little League 8–10 All-Star Team and designated December 1, 2025, as "Lehigh Little League 8–10 All-Star Team Day"; additionally, Northampton County Executive Lamont McClure presented a $22,500 check from the Grow NORCO Grant fund and recognized Supervisor John Diacogiannis for 40 years of service. The Board also scheduled hearings for conditional use applications at 1550 and 1560 Valley Center Parkway for December 16, 2025.

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  • OCRC MINUTES November 20, 2025 Page 1 of 94 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF

    Nov 20, 2025

    ·Akron, OH
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    The Ohio Civil Rights Commission held a regular meeting on November 20, 2025, in Columbus, with all five commissioners present and a quorum established. The meeting included approval of corrected minutes from October 30, 2025, and consideration of multiple complainants' requests for reconsideration to vacate original "no probable cause" and "no jurisdiction" determinations across various civil rights cases involving housing, employment, and public services. The agenda addressed at least nine cases seeking further investigation, including disputes involving state agencies, local police, housing authorities, and private employers.

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  • OCRC MINUTES November 20, 2025 Page 1 of 94 MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF

    Nov 20, 2025

    ·Cleveland, OH
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    The Ohio Civil Rights Commission held a regular meeting on November 20, 2025, in Columbus, chaired by Valerie Lemmie with all five commissioners present. The commission approved corrected minutes from its October 30, 2025 meeting and reviewed multiple complainants' requests for reconsideration of previous determinations, including cases involving alleged discrimination in housing, employment, and government services across various Ohio regions and agencies. The meeting included cases under review for potential vacation of "no probable cause" or "no jurisdiction" determinations to allow for further investigation.

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  • November 18, 2025 Meeting Minutes

    Nov 18, 2025

    ·Hazleton, PA
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    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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  • Minutes from the November 13, 2025 Regular Meeting

    Nov 13, 2025

    ·Hazleton, PA
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    On November 13, 2025, Hazleton City Council held a regular meeting where they unanimously approved three resolutions: a collective bargaining agreement with the City Hall Workers' Union (Resolution 2025-62), a Community Development Office Action Plan for Fiscal Year 2026 (Resolution 2025-63), and authorization to apply for a Statewide Local Share Assessment Grant for street improvements to Broad Street between Laurel Street and Wyoming Street (Resolution 2025-64). The city administrator presented the 2025 proposed budget, and a resident raised concerns about winter snow management in relation to the Broad Street improvement project.

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  • November 5, 2025 Meeting Minutes

    Nov 5, 2025

    ·Hazleton, PA
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    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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  • 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
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    The City of Hazleton Government Study Commission met on October 21, 2025, to discuss Home Rule Charter development and governance structures. The Commission reviewed case studies from similar Pennsylvania municipalities (New Castle, Carlisle, and Wilkes-Barre), gathering insights on mayoral structures, council configurations, and administrative models to inform Hazleton's charter recommendations. The Commission must complete its findings and recommendations within nine months, with a completed charter deadline of mid-August 2026, and discussed potential changes to the meeting schedule for November 18.

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  • Minutes from the October 14, 2025 Regular Meeting

    Oct 14, 2025

    ·Hazleton, PA
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    On October 14, 2025, Hazleton City Council met and unanimously approved three resolutions: Resolution 2025-55 to reallocate Community Development Block Grant funds toward the Wyoming Street Streetscape project; Resolution 2025-56 to request county grant funds for a free-standing concession stand at City View Park to be operated by a private lessee; and Resolution 2025-57 to join the Luzerne County Emergency Services Commission, a multi-municipality initiative that provides forensic analysis and crime scene mapping services funded entirely through county grants, with the city having received over $3,000,000 in equipment. The council also honored the Greater Hazleton Concert Series on its 90th season and the 14th Ward Fire Company.

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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 October 8, 2025 7:00 P.M. BOARD OF SUPERVISORS REGULAR MEETING

    Oct 8, 2025

    ·Kennett Square, PA
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    On October 8, 2025, the Board of Supervisors held a regular meeting in Kennett Square, PA, where they approved the monthly financial reports and bills, and authorized the release of $101,235.50 in escrow funds for Montchanin Builders' Enclave at Longwood Preserve project (approximately 14% complete). The board also congratulated Township Manager Neil Lovekin on completing Millersville University's Certified Public Manager Program and discussed a zoning hearing board application for a water treatment plant variance in Kennett Square Borough, with the solicitor recommending the board allow the Zoning Hearing Board to handle the matter.

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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 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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  • PALMERTON AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT Palmerton, PA Tuesday, September 16, 2025

    Sep 16, 2025

    ·Palmerton, PA
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    The Palmerton Area School District Board of School Directors held a regular meeting on September 16, 2025, in the High School Library with all nine directors present. Student reports highlighted various activities including junior high science experiments, drama productions, band and chorus rehearsals, and student council initiatives, while high school updates featured homecoming preparations (themed Rio with events on September 26), scholastic competition teams, and upcoming fall drama auditions. Executive sessions were held before and after the regular meeting to address legal and personnel matters.

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  • Regular School Board Meeting September 16, 2025 The ...

    Sep 16, 2025

    ·Tamaqua, PA
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    The Tamaqua Area School District Board of Education held a regular meeting on September 16, 2025, with six of nine members present. The board approved minutes from the previous meeting, ratified fund transfers and bill payments, and approved the treasurer's report. Committee recommendations included personnel actions such as approving volunteer coaches and staff, approving various policy reviews and agreements for the 2025-2026 school year, and processing staffing changes including an elementary teacher hire and a resignation.

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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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  • WORCESTER TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORS BUSINESS MEETING MINUTES

    Aug 20, 2025

    ·Worcester, MA
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    At its June 18, 2025 business meeting, the Worcester Township Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the consent agenda including May 2025 financial reports and a bill payment of $314,883.00, and authorized advertisement of two zoning ordinance amendments addressing accessory structures and childcare centers in commercial districts. The board awarded the 2025 road program bid to Heidelberg Materials Northeast LLC for $1,029,395.60 and approved the Westrum preliminary land development plan for a 45-townhome age-targeted housing project on Trooper and Germantown Pike in a 2-1 vote, with Supervisor Betz opposing due to concerns about zoning precedent and resident impact. The board also unanimously approved the Windy Hill preliminary/final subdivision plan for two residential lots and authorized DEP planning module authorization for the same project.

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  • August 19, 2025 Meeting Minutes

    Aug 19, 2025

    ·Hazleton, PA
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    The City of Hazleton Government Study Commission met on August 19, 2025, to review municipal governance structures and plan outreach efforts. The Commission approved updated bylaws, formed subcommittees to contact mayors and council members from Pennsylvania municipalities operating under Home Rule Charters, and planned to survey city department heads using a standardized questionnaire process designed to encourage candid responses. The outreach initiative is expected to continue through Halloween, and the Commission appointed a Public Relations Contact to handle external inquiries.

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  • Hazleton City Council Meeting Minutes August 12, 2025 Page 1 MINUTES

    Aug 12, 2025

    ·Hazleton, PA
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    On August 12, 2025, Hazleton City Council held a regular meeting where several ordinances and resolutions were discussed, including Ordinance 2025-6 authorizing the issuance of general obligation bonds not to exceed $15,000,000, with approximately $10,000,000 earmarked for city road paving projects. An executive session was held prior to the meeting regarding personnel and litigation issues, and a resolution authorizing enhanced security measures for the mayor and employees was added to the agenda. The council also discussed ordinances related to tree regulations and eminent domain proceedings at 630 Hanover Court, with public comment raising questions about project costs, arborist qualifications, and transparency procedures for the city's borrowing and debt management.

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  • Minutes from the August 12, 2025 Regular Meeting

    Aug 12, 2025

    ·Hazleton, PA
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    On August 12, 2025, Hazleton City Council held a regular meeting where members discussed several ordinances and resolutions, including a proposed $15 million general obligation bond for city road paving projects (with $10 million earmarked for roads) and an ordinance regarding enhanced security measures for city officials and employees authorized under the Sunshine Act. The council also addressed an ordinance amending tree regulations and proceedings for eminent domain action at 630 Hanover Court, while citizens raised questions about arborist qualifications, final project costs, and transparency procedures related to the city's borrowing and debt restructuring plans.

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  • August 5, 2025 Meeting Minutes

    Aug 5, 2025

    ·Hazleton, PA
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    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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  • 1 Borough of Akron Council Minutes – July 28, 2025

    Jul 28, 2025

    ·Akron, OH
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    The Borough of Akron Council met on July 28, 2025, with six of seven council members present, along with Mayor John McBeth and Borough Manager Sean Molchany. The meeting included recognition of three Junior Council members—Max Herman, Alyssa Vasyanovich, and Martin Sweigart—who received plaques and certificates from state representatives and the Pennsylvania State Association of Boroughs for their exemplary service. Police Chief Higgins reported on June 2025 activities and announced that National Night Out would be held at Broad Street Park on August 5th from 5-8pm.

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  • WORCESTER TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION Meeting Minutes July 24, 2025 | 7:00 PM

    Jul 24, 2025

    ·Worcester, MA
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    The Worcester Township Planning Commission met on July 24, 2025, to review several matters including the approval of amended May 22, 2025 meeting minutes and discussion of a 1616 Whitehall Farm Improvement Plan application from DePaul, which was tabled after the applicant failed to appear. The Commission also directed staff to integrate a draft Sign Ordinance with existing redline versions, conduct a thorough review of language requirements for enforceability, consult Montgomery County and Franconia Township ordinances for reference, and compile a comprehensive binder of all Township-owned properties with supporting documentation.

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