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  • PERFORMANCE BASED FUNDING COUNCIL FINAL REPORT MAY 5, 2025

    May 5, 2025

    ·State College, PA
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    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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  • Volume 43 Number 40 Saturday, October 5, 2013 • Harrisburg, PA Pages 5787—5978

    Oct 5, 2013

    ·Harrisburg, PA
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    This document is the Pennsylvania Bulletin for October 5, 2013, a weekly official publication containing notices, rules, and regulatory actions from Commonwealth agencies. The issue includes content from various state departments and agencies such as the Courts, Department of Environmental Protection, Department of Health, Public Utility Commission, and others, spanning pages 5787-5978 with a detailed subject index for January-September 2013. The bulletin is published by Fry Communications under the direction of the Pennsylvania Legislative Reference Bureau with an annual subscription rate of $82.00.

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  • multi-municipal comprehensive plan

    Hazleton, PA
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    The "Thrive 2035" comprehensive plan is a multi-municipal planning document for the Greater Hazleton area, developed collaboratively by the City of Hazleton, Borough of West Hazleton, and Hazle Township. The plan establishes a shared vision and overarching goals while addressing five priority areas: Housing, Economic Vitality, Youth, Services and Amenities, and Resilient Systems. The document includes community outreach efforts, a catalyst project, and an implementation strategy to guide regional development through 2035.

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  • P L A N B A T O N R O U G E P H...

    Baton Rouge, LA
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    Plan Baton Rouge Phase II is a 2009 master plan update and economic strategic plan for downtown Baton Rouge that builds upon the original Plan Baton Rouge, which had achieved 80 percent implementation of its recommended projects over the previous decade. The Phase II plan proposes an economically-based urban design vision focused on making downtown a more vibrant area through alternative development incentives, strategies for adding housing, improving regional mobility, enhancing public spaces and infrastructure, and "greening" downtown while leveraging cultural and social amenities. The plan was developed by Mayor-President Melvin L. "Kip" Holden in collaboration with multiple sponsors including the Baton Rouge Area Foundation and Downtown Development District, as well as urban design and planning firms including Chan Krieger Sieniewicz of Cambridge.

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  • OOR - Request OOR Records

    Palmerton, PA
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    Minersville, PA
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  • ARPA Memo to Council – July 2025 with all appendices

    Scranton, PA
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    The August 13, 2025 memo from Scranton's ARPA Director Eileen Cipriani to City Council provides a comprehensive timeline of American Rescue Plan Act implementation from Q2 2022 through Q3 2023, documenting the city's receipt of $34,373,025 in second-tranche federal funds and the launch of multiple grant programs for nonprofits, small businesses, affordable childcare, education, homeownership, and wellness initiatives. Notable milestones include the announcement of grant recipients across multiple rounds, federal reporting deadlines met, public engagement events including visits from U.S. Senator Bob Casey, and the completion of community projects such as playground transformations at Kennedy Elementary and soft openings at Novembrino and Connors Parks. The memo demonstrates the city's structured rollout of ARPA funding through an established Office of Community Development framework that included creating an interactive public dashboard and establishing various application periods for targeted economic recovery and community investment programs.

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  • HAZLETON CITY LUZERNE COUNTY PENNSYLVANIA ZONING ORDINANCE

    Hazleton, PA
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    This is a 2020 Zoning Ordinance for Hazleton City in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, establishing comprehensive regulations for land use and development. The document outlines zoning district classifications, permitted uses, dimensional requirements, and supplemental regulations covering agricultural, animal-related, and commercial uses, among other categories. The ordinance serves as the foundational framework governing how property can be developed and used throughout the city, with chapters addressing preliminary provisions, construction rules, district boundaries, general regulations, and overlay districts for downtown, energy, and historical preservation areas.

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  • Annual Report and Financial Statements 2018

    York, PA
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    The University of York's 2018 Annual Report and Financial Statements presents the institution's key performance metrics and strategic position. The university reported total income of £367 million with 4,006 staff and 17,475 full-time equivalent students, ranking 119th in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings and 9th in the Europe Teaching Rankings, along with £71 million in research income. The report includes introductions from Vice-Chancellor Koen Lamberts, Acting Vice-Chancellor Saul Tendler, and Council Chair Gerard Lemos reflecting on achievements and challenges, alongside comprehensive financial statements, governance information, and details on the university's research and teaching activities.

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  • ANNUAL REPORT AND FINANCIAL STATEMENTS 2023

    York, PA
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    The University of York's 2023 Annual Report reflects significant achievements despite challenging conditions in the higher education sector, including unprecedented inflation and funding pressures. Key highlights include ranking 10th for research quality in the Research Excellence Framework, securing £97 million in research grants (the largest total ever), receiving a TEF Gold award for teaching excellence, and achieving 15th place in The Times and Sunday Times Good University Guide 2024. The institution emphasizes continued progress toward its Vision for York strategy across four key areas: empowering education, curiosity-driven and action-oriented research, sustainable development, and public good commitment.

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  • OOR - Request OOR Records

    Carlisle, PA
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    This document is an informational web page from the Pennsylvania Office of Open Records (OOR) explaining how to request records from the OOR itself. It clarifies that the OOR handles appeals of denied right-to-know requests and only maintains records related to its own operations, not general government records. The page provides multiple submission methods for record requests, contact information for the Open Records Officer (Janelle Sostar), and notes that responses are typically issued within five business days, with a possible thirty-day extension available under Pennsylvania's Right-to-Know Law.

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  • COMPREHENSIVE PLAN

    Norristown, PA
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    The East Norriton Township Comprehensive Plan, adopted by the Board of Supervisors on February 26, 2019 and prepared by T&M Associates, serves as a long-range planning document for the township. The plan includes a community profile section covering demographics, housing stock, employment characteristics, land use patterns, and regional context, and was developed through a collaborative process involving the Board of Supervisors, Planning Commission, and a dedicated Comprehensive Plan Committee. The document establishes goals and objectives to guide future development and decision-making for the township.

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  • City of Columbus 2023 ANNUAL REPORT Andrea Blevins, City Clerk Columbus, Ohio 1

    Columbus, OH
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    The City of Columbus 2023 Annual Report is a comprehensive document covering departmental activities and accomplishments across all city agencies for the year 2023, with Andrea Blevins serving as City Clerk. The report includes sections on 21 different city departments and offices, ranging from the City Attorney and Finance to Public Health, Recreation and Parks, and Education. Key highlights include the City Attorney's Office handling over 10,000 criminal prosecutions, launching a diversion program that helped 63 offenders, shutting down 17 problem properties, and increasing enforcement against domestic violence, drunk driving, and street racing.

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  • Lawful township expenditures

    Lansing, MI
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    This February 2025 publication from the Michigan Townships Association addresses lawful township expenditures and serves as a guide for township officials. The document notes that approximately 25% (roughly 1,600) of Michigan's elected township officials are new to office as of the 90-day mark, and emphasizes the importance of budgeting as a tool to translate township resources into planned action. The MTA encourages new officials to seek mentorship from experienced board members and predecessors, and highlights available training resources and publications to support officials in their leadership roles.

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  • Battling recruitment and retention issues in the fire service

    Lansing, MI
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    The October 2021 edition of Township Focus, the official publication of the Michigan Townships Association, features an article addressing recruitment and retention challenges faced by Michigan townships in staffing their fire and EMS departments, a trend occurring nationwide. The publication includes insights from fire chiefs and experts on strategies to attract individuals to public safety service, alongside coverage of the MTA's Robert R. Robinson Scholarship recipients and updates on the American Rescue Plan Act implementation.

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  • Five-Year Consolidation Plan | 2020-2024

    Scranton, PA
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    The City of Scranton, Pennsylvania prepared a Five-Year Consolidated Plan (FY 2020-2024) as an HUD entitlement community to implement federal housing and community development programs, including Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Home Investment Partnership (HOME), and Emergency Solution Grant (ESG) funding. The plan was amended on November 12, 2020, to incorporate additional CARES Act funds and was developed through collaborative planning with community stakeholders to establish goals for decent housing development, suitable living environments, and economic opportunities benefiting low- and moderate-income residents. The document includes demographic maps and analysis of the city's population characteristics, housing patterns, and income distribution by block group.

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  • I HAZLE TOWNSHIP LUZERNE COUNTY PENNSYLVANIA 2003 ZONING ORDINANCE 2003-1-6-1

    Hazleton, PA
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    This is the table of contents and initial pages of Hazle Township's 2003 Zoning Ordinance (as amended and adopted August 13, 2018) in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania. The ordinance establishes comprehensive zoning regulations covering general provisions, definitions, general regulations for structures and land use, zoning district classifications (including residential, commercial, industrial, conservation, and overlay districts), special exceptions procedures, planned residential development standards, and supplemental use regulations. The document serves as the township's primary land use control instrument, organizing zoning requirements across multiple articles addressing topics such as setbacks, accessory structures, height limitations, and district-specific development standards.

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  • PENN TOWNSHIP CUMBERLAND COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA 2006 ZONING ORDINANCE REVISED

    Pottsville, PA
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    Penn Township, Cumberland County, Pennsylvania adopted a revised zoning ordinance in 2006, with further revisions in 2008 and 2010, prepared by FPE Consulting Engineers. The ordinance establishes five primary zoning districts—Conservation (C), Agricultural (A), Residential (R), Commercial-Industrial (CI), and Quarry (Q)—along with a Floodplain District (FP), each with specified permitted uses, conditional uses, and dimensional requirements. The document outlines general provisions, community development objectives, definitions, and detailed regulations governing land use, including standards for accessory buildings, alternative energy sources, buffering, and landscaping across the township.

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  • Greenville Borough & Hem Greenville Borough & Hem Greenville Borough & Hem

    Greenville, SC
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    This document is the cover and introductory pages of the 2004 Joint Comprehensive Plan for Greenville Borough and Hempfield Township, with the tagline "Building on the past and planning together for the future." The plan was prepared by Mackin Engineering Company and Johnson, Mirmiran, and Thompson, with funding support from the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development's Land Use Planning and Technical Assistance Program (LUPTAP) grant. The plan was developed collaboratively with input from representatives of both municipalities' councils, planning commissions, county planning agencies, school boards, economic development organizations, hospitals, and community groups.

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  • 2024 YEAR IN REVIEW CITY OF DEARBORN MAYOR ABDULLAH H. HAMMOUD

    Dearborn, MI
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    This 2024 annual report from the City of Dearborn, covering the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024, highlights Mayor Abdullah H. Hammoud's administration's accomplishments in modernizing city operations, including a new city website, implementation of public health protections against air pollution, improved road safety, and revitalization of commercial districts. The report emphasizes expansion of parks and recreation amenities, enhanced public transparency through performance dashboards, improved multilingual communication services, and technology-driven city service improvements, all maintained within a balanced budget. The document covers departmental activities across assessing, communications, economic development, finance, fire, library, police, public works, and other city services.

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  • L E G I S L AT I V E H A N D B O O K S E R I E S V O L U M E V I

    Baltimore, MD
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    This is Volume VI of the Maryland Legislative Handbook Series, providing an overview of local government structure and operations in Maryland as of 2022. The document covers topics including forms of local government, revenue sources, indebtedness, and state funding allocation, with demographic and historical profiles for each county. Local governments in Maryland employ over 230,000 people, manage $37.7 billion in public spending, and received $11.1 billion in state funding in fiscal 2023.

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  • OOR - Request OOR Records

    Lansford, PA
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  • MUNICIPALITY OF ANCHORAGE Assembly Information Memorandum No. AIM 146-2021

    Anchorage, AK
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    This Assembly Information Memorandum from the Municipality of Anchorage, dated September 14, 2021, presents public testimony submitted for Assembly meetings held on August 24 and September 14, 2021. Due to COVID-19 health guidelines, the municipality encouraged community members to submit comments via email and phone through www.muni.org/testimony. The document contains testimony on various agenda items, including support for a candidate for MOA Librarian and comments regarding early intervention programs for children affected by abuse and neglect.

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  • 2014 Zoning Ordinance Providence Township Lancaster County, PA

    Providence, RI
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    This document is Providence Township Lancaster County, Pennsylvania's 2oning Ordinance (Ordinance No. 14-08), originally adopted in December 2014 and subsequently amended in September 2017 and June 2019. The ordinance establishes zoning regulations for the township and includes contact information for township officials, departments, and advisory bodies such as the Board of Supervisors, Planning Commission, and Zoning Hearing Board. The document was prepared by Solanco Engineering Associates LLC and land use planning consultant Dennis J. Gehringer.

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  • Download Frenchtown Plan.

    Tallahassee, FL
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    In 2017, the Tallahassee-Leon County Planning Department conducted a Frenchtown Placemaking Study at the City Commission's direction, responding to community concerns about student and affordable housing developments in the historic neighborhood. The study aims to strengthen the Frenchtown community by ensuring future development aligns with community vision and that funding from The Standard parcel sale, Community Redevelopment Agency resources, and other allocations produce tangible outcomes. A Frenchtown Steering Committee of community members, planning staff, and a city commissioner guided the planning process and will transition to a Frenchtown Working Group to implement the plan's goals.

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  • ARPA Evaluation | December 2023

    Scranton, PA
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  • Louisville Metro Records Retention Schedule

    Louisville, KY
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    This document is the Records Retention Schedule for Louisville Metro, a comprehensive guide prepared by the Local Records Branch and approved by the State Libraries, Archives, and Records Commission that defines how various categories of public records should be managed and retained. The schedule establishes key definitions and protocols including designations for permanent records (P), confidential records (C), and vital records (V), as well as procedures for record destruction requiring completion of destruction certificates and approval from the Department for Libraries and Archives. The document emphasizes that local government officials are responsible for understanding and enforcing applicable confidentiality laws and maintaining vital records protection plans for emergency preparedness.

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  • Strategic Economic Development Plan

    Scranton, PA
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    The City of Scranton adopted a Strategic Economic Development Plan developed in partnership with consulting firm Fourth Economy, funded by a $50,000 Appalachian Regional Commission grant matched by local organizations including the Greater Scranton Chamber of Commerce, Scranton Area Community Foundation, and the city's Office of Economic and Community Development. The plan was created following Scranton's exit from Pennsylvania's Act 47 distressed municipality program and involved community engagement, economic analysis, and stakeholder input to establish priority areas and actionable objectives for sustainable economic growth. According to Mayor Paige Gebhardt Cognetti, the formal plan positions the city to leverage data-driven strategies to address resident challenges and improve quality of life while advancing regional economic development.

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  • ARPA Memo to Council – November 2025 with appendices

    Scranton, PA
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    This October 27, 2025 memo from Scranton's ARPA Director provides a comprehensive timeline of American Rescue Plan Act fund deployment from Q2 2022 through Q3 2023, documenting the city's spending and grant distribution activities. The timeline tracks major milestones including the approval of the spending plan, hiring of ARPA staff, opening of grant applications across multiple categories (nonprofit recovery, small business recovery and expansion, affordable childcare, home rehabilitation, and wage boost programs), and announcement of grant recipients. Notable funding included a second tranche of $34,373,025 received in Q3 2022, and the city also launched an interactive ARPA summary dashboard and completed projects including playground transformations and downtown connectivity studies.

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  • Legislative Budget and Finance Committee

    State College, PA
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    The Legislative Budget and Finance Committee conducted a study pursuant to Senate Resolution 2011-147 examining the need for public community college programs in rural Pennsylvania, completed in December 2011. The committee found that while Pennsylvania's 14 local independent public community colleges play an important role in workforce development and economic growth, they are not geographically, programmatically, or financially accessible to residents of rural communities. The report recommends that the Commonwealth consider various approaches used by other states to strategically place public community colleges statewide to ensure equitable access to publicly supported postsecondary education.

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