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  • June 3, 2026 Meeting Minutes

    Jun 3, 2026

    ·Hazleton, PA
    Minutes

    The Hazleton Government Study Commission held a meeting on June 3, 2026, at 5:04 PM in City Hall Conference Room A, with six of seven members present. The Commission reviewed a Petition for Referendum Article and Taxpayer Protection Limits for Budget and Finance Article with PEL Consultants, discussed whether to create an Ethics Article or rely on existing state ethics, and heard a presentation from Solicitor Sean Logsdon on a Contract Article. PEL Consultants also advised on creating a Transition Article. Public commenter Dr. Childs recommended that any ethics committee include no fewer than seven members with no more than three city officials. The Commission scheduled additional meetings for June 24 at 5:00 PM and a Public Hearing on July 15 at 6:00 PM on the second floor of City Hall, with the next regular meeting set for June 17 at 5:00 PM.

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  • May 6, 2026 Meeting Minutes

May 6, 2026

·Hazleton, PA
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The Hazleton Government Study Commission held a meeting on May 6, 2026, at 5:04 PM in City Hall Conference Room A, with Chairwoman Allison Keegan and all seven commissioners present. The Commission approved the April 22, 2026 meeting minutes unanimously on a motion by Joseph Yannuzzi, seconded by Thomas Bruno. PEL Consultants reviewed updated drafts of Article VII–Ordinances and Resolutions and Article VIII–Budget and Finance, and led discussion on Article VII–Authorities, Boards and Commissions, Article XXI–Annual and Special Independent Audits, and the Citizen's Petition and Referendum Process, with commissioners providing feedback on referendum procedures and requirements. The meeting adjourned at 7:06 PM, with the next meeting scheduled for May 20, 2026, at 5:00 PM on the 2nd floor of City Hall.

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  • April 22, 2026 Meeting Minutes

    Apr 22, 2026

    ·Hazleton, PA
    Minutes

    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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  • April 15, 2026 Meeting Minutes

    Apr 15, 2026

    ·Hazleton, PA
    Minutes

    The City of Hazleton Government Study Commission met on April 15, 2026, at 5:05 PM in City Hall Conference Room A, with all seven commissioners present including Chairwoman Allison Keegan. PEL Consultants reviewed updated draft provisions of the city charter covering Article II (City Council), Article III (Mayor), Article VI (Other Appointed Officials), and Article VIII (Budget and Finance), with revised drafts of Articles VI and VIII to be provided at the next meeting. Public commenters raised questions about hiring procedures including criminal background checks for department heads, ethics policies, whistleblower protections, charter provisions protecting the Mayor from Council, budget constraints, property tax caps, and establishment of a neighborhood watch or police board, which were addressed by the Commission. The meeting adjourned at 7:28 PM.

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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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  • 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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  • Finance, Native Communities, and Tribal Governments Committee — Minutes 4/7/2026

    Apr 7, 2026

    ·Seattle, WA
    Minutes

    On April 7, 2026, the Finance, Native Communities, and Tribal Governments Committee met and unanimously recommended passage of three ordinances: CB 121184 expanding the Director of Finance and Administrative Services' authority to execute leases for transitional encampment purposes; CB 121185 amending the 2026 budget to address homelessness response; and CB 121187 authorizing the Mayor to accept and expend grants, private funding, and subsidized loans from non-City sources. The committee also heard an informational item on the State and City Tribal Relations Framework.

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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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  • November 18, 2025 Meeting Minutes

    Nov 18, 2025

    ·Hazleton, PA
    Minutes

    The City of Hazleton Government Study Commission met on November 18, 2025, to discuss potential adoption of a Home Rule Charter, with six of seven commissioners present. Mayor Panto of Easton (population 30,504, annual budget $74 million) presented details on Easton's 2008 Home Rule Charter adoption, which expanded its city council from 5 to 7 members and enabled alternative revenue sources beyond property taxes. Jim Perry, President of Hazleton City Council with 11 years of service, testified that the current government structure limits revenue to property taxes and that a Home Rule Charter would provide options such as earned income tax to support city services. Commissioners Tom Bruno and Joe Zeller expressed support for pursuing a Home Rule Charter based on the need for alternative revenue mechanisms and community benefit, while the Commission heard a presentation from Pennsylvania Economy League consultant Fred Redding on the charter drafting process.

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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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  • 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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  • 1 REGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL September 23, 2025 AGENDA 1. ROLL CALL 2.

    Sep 23, 2025

    ·Dearborn, MI
    Minutes

    This September 23, 2025 council meeting agenda includes ceremonial resolutions honoring Pastor Colleen Nieman's retirement, recognizing Ali Mroueh's service, and offering condolences to the family of Sarah Ahmad Mochawrab. The consent agenda authorizes several contracts and expenditures totaling over $572,000, including concrete repair at the Ford Community & Performing Arts Center ($214,602), holiday lighting installation ($60,000), asphalt resurfacing for city parking lots ($200,000), electrical work at Peace Park West ($63,150), and a new Senior Attorney Administrative position in the Law Department with an approximate annual cost of $135,000.

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  • June 17, 2025 Meeting Minutes

    Jun 17, 2025

    ·Hazleton, PA
    Minutes

    The City of Hazleton Government Study Commission held its inaugural meeting on June 17, 2025, to begin a 9–18 month study of potentially adopting a Home Rule Charter to replace the current Third-Class City Code Optional Plan B structure. The Commission elected Allison Keegan as Chairperson and Rossanna Gabriel as Vice Chairperson, with Christine Galuska as Recording Secretary. The Commission approved a budget of approximately $200,000 to cover consultant services (PEL), legal services (Karpowich Law Office), and related operational costs, and established a meeting schedule for the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month at 4:30 PM at Hazleton City Hall. The Commission voted to apply for an STMP Grant and to present the budget to Hazleton City Council on June 24, 2025.

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  • Montana Coal Board Meeting Minutes June 05, 2025 Billings, MT June 05, 2025

    Jun 5, 2025

    ·Billings, MT
    Minutes

    The Montana Coal Board met in Billings on June 5, 2025, with six of seven board members present to review commerce updates, budget activity, and project statuses. The Board approved March 13, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously and approved an extension request for City of Forsyth project #0937 through December 31, 2026. Five new applications were presented: #1016 for Roy Water and Sewer District service truck purchase, #1017 for Hardin Public Schools tennis court resurfacing, #1018 for Big Horn Hospital communication upgrade, #1019 for City of Colstrip economic diversification strategy, and #1020 for Hardin Police Department equipment and tools. The Board also voted to approve a budget adjustment for City of Colstrip project #0946 change of scope request.

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  • COMMON COUNCIL of the CITY OF SYRACUSE REGULAR MEETING – MAY 27, 2025

    May 27, 2025

    ·Syracuse, NY
    Minutes

    The Syracuse Common Council held a regular meeting on May 27, 2025, with all nine members present, where they adopted the previous meeting's minutes and reviewed communications including the Mayor's objections to budget amendments. The Council approved several items including a $500,000 bond ordinance and authorization for a Municipal Dog Shelter Project, agreements with Broadcast Music Inc. ($2,000) and Cumulus Media ($10,000) for promotional services, and a cooperative agreement with the Syracuse City School District for use of Fire Department training facilities at $1 per year.

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  • OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK COUNCIL MINUTES May 1, 2025

    May 1, 2025

    ·Mesa, AZ
    Minutes

    The City Council of Mesa held a study session on May 1, 2025, to hear a presentation and update on the Fiscal Year 2025/26 proposed budget, with six of seven council members present. The proposed budget includes the addition of two fire stations expected to reduce emergency response times, along with multiple generational improvement projects not undertaken for nearly 20 years, and continuation of programs funded through the American Rescue Plan Act during COVID. The budget faces significant financial pressures, including an estimated $20 million ongoing impact to the General Governmental Fund (equating to a $100 million loss over five years), a projected $7 million to $10 million loss from flat income tax, and $27 million to $30 million in ongoing costs from citywide benchmarks and step pay increases. The Utility Fund transfer to the General Fund is calculated at 30% per an ordinance adopted in 2020, with 83% of transfer funds allocated to Public Safety and 16.7% across all other General Fund departments.

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  • APPROVED MINUTES Hartford Township Regular Board Meeting, March 13, 2025

    Mar 13, 2025

    ·Hartford, CT
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    The Hartford Township Board held a regular meeting on March 13, 2025, where members approved budget amendments and bills totaling $65,091.86, and voted to allocate $500 for 2025 Strawberry Festival advertising and $6,000 for Hartford Float Committee advertising. The board also approved a letter of support for the NextCycle Michigan Accelerator Track Program, addressed public concerns about recent vandalism, and received reports from fire, road commission, and county officials. Supervisor Sefcik announced that Red Arrow Highway from the city limits to CR 681 will be paved during the year with existing funding, and noted that Ordinance 38 has been published and will be enforced.

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  • APPROVED MINUTES Hartford Township Regular Board Meeting, January 9, 2025

    Jan 9, 2025

    ·Hartford, CT
    Minutes

    The Hartford Township Board held a regular meeting on January 9, 2025, where members approved budget amendments, bills and payroll totaling $46,827.04, and two financial resolutions regarding depositories and investment policy. The board also approved a laptop purchase for the zoning administrator not exceeding $1,250 and authorized treasurer training membership with the Michigan Association of Municipal Treasurers for $99 annually. An interlocal agreement with the City regarding the Fire Department was deferred to the February agenda for further discussion.

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  • MAY 7, 2024, Regular Meeting Minutes 1

    May 7, 2024

    ·Moore Township, XX
    Minutes

    On May 7, 2024, the Moore Haven City Council held a regular meeting where they approved several invoices totaling approximately $61,000 from ARPA funds for water plant upgrades, added a Ridgdill & Son pay request of $238,941.08 to the agenda, and delegated Council Member Jacob Eighner to sign the annual FPL Letter of Credit Renewal. The council also recognized 69 graduating seniors from Moore Haven High School, including 18 with AA degrees, 5 with CNA licenses, and 11 committed to military service.

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  • OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK COUNCIL MINUTES April 15, 2024

    Apr 15, 2024

    ·Mesa, AZ
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    The Mesa City Council held a study session on April 15, 2024, to review agenda items and receive a presentation on the Energy Resources Department budget. The Electric System Superintendent reported that the City's electric utility maintained System Average Interruption Duration Index (SAIDI) performance below target, with fewer and shorter customer outages, though summer months experience higher outage numbers. The Energy Resources Program Manager compared power supply costs between Salt River Project and the City of Mesa, noting that the City is stabilizing customer rates through diverse, longer-term contracts while SRP increases rates gradually. The Natural Gas Superintendent indicated emergency response times increased from 2022 to 2023 but predicted decreases due to additional trained staff. The Senior Fiscal Analyst noted that Energy Resources Department budget estimates are higher due to inflation and temporary labor staffing costs for the fiber project.

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  • City Council Meeting Minutes January 8, 2024 Approved January 22, 2024

    Jan 8, 2024

    ·Coatesville, PA
    Minutes

    The Coatesville City Council held a regular meeting on January 8, 2024, where members approved previous meeting minutes and accounts payable, though Councilwoman Scamuffa dissented on the latter vote. During discussion, the council noted a contract termination with Aramark that will save over $10,000 annually by switching to Clemens, and addressed questions about elevator inspection frequency and substantial travel charges for park maintenance services. An executive session was held earlier in the evening to discuss personnel, real estate, and legal matters.

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  • Page 1 MEETING MINUTES City of Spokane City Council Study Session July 6, 2023

    Jul 6, 2023

    ·Spokane, WA
    Minutes

    The City of Spokane City Council held a study session on July 6, 2023, with all seven council members present to discuss four agenda items: Building Opportunity for Housing Comprehensive Plan Changes, South Logan Transit-Oriented Development Update, Municipal Law and Justice Coordinating Subcommittee Resolution, and Supplementary Budget Conversation. No formal actions were taken during the meeting, as all items were presented and discussed only. The meeting lasted approximately one hour and 39 minutes, adjourning at 12:49 p.m.

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  • OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK COUNCIL MINUTES April 6, 2023

    Apr 6, 2023

    ·Mesa, AZ
    Minutes

    The Mesa City Council held a study session on April 6, 2023, to hear a presentation on utility projects in the Capital Improvement Program. The Office of Management & Budget Director Brian Ritschel reviewed funding sources and CIP challenges, highlighting completed projects in FY 22/23 and projects under construction for Wastewater and Energy departments. The Council discussed the LG Energy Solution battery plant opening in Queen Creek within Mesa's gas service area, with Energy Resources Program Manager Anthony Cadorin providing details on energy demand and location specifics at the northeast corner of Ironwood and Germann Road. Ritschel presented future funded projects for Water, Wastewater, Energy, and Solid Waste, noting the Central Reuse Pipeline is estimated for completion in 2025 with water credits available in 2027 pending a full year of flow verification by the Gila River Indian Community. The Signal Butte Water Treatment Plant expansion will proceed in phases pending Bureau of Reclamation guidance on CAP cuts.

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  • COMMON COUNCIL of the CITY OF SYRACUSE REGULAR MEETING – DECEMBER 5, 2022

    Dec 5, 2022

    ·Syracuse, NY
    Minutes

    The Syracuse Common Council held a regular meeting on December 5, 2022, where all nine members were present and unanimously approved multiple items of business. Key decisions included amending city budgets to reflect retroactive 3% salary increases for Unit 6 Confidential Employees effective January 1, 2021 and 2022; authorizing $150,000 in bonds and improvements for downtown parks including Clinton Square, Shot Clock Park, and Onondaga Creekwalk; increasing lifeguard training certification fees effective January 1, 2023; and approving service agreements with Cogent Communications for City Hall internet ($400/month) and Verizon Wireless for use of city property at Morningside Reservoir.

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  • City Council Meeting Minutes November 14, 2022 Approved November 28, 2022

    Nov 14, 2022

    ·Coatesville, PA
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    The Coatesville City Council met on November 14, 2022, to advance the 2023 budget approval process, with key highlights including a balanced General Fund for the fourth consecutive year with no tax increase for the eighth year and no use of reserves. The council approved accounts payables and voted to advertise the preliminary 2023 budget, which includes $4.5 million in capital infrastructure investments and $400,000 in paving through the Liquid Fuels fund, with a public forum scheduled for December 5 before final approval on December 12. Finance Director Rich Troutman also reported on the city's Chester tax commission meeting, noting the city receives several million dollars annually in Earned Income Tax while contributing just over $700 to the commission's budget.

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  • MINUTES – Eugene City Council Meeting April 19, 2021 Page 1 MINUTES

    Apr 19, 2021

    ·Eugene, OR
    Minutes

    The Eugene City Council held a virtual meeting on April 19, 2021, to hear applicant statements from candidates seeking positions on six city advisory boards and commissions: Budget Committee, Civilian Review Board, Human Rights Commission, Sustainability Commission, Toxics Board, and Planning Commission. Planning Commission candidates additionally answered three questions regarding key issues, collaborative approaches, and factors important to land use decision-making. The meeting concluded at 9:30 p.m. with seven councilors present.

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    Mar 11, 2021

    ·Akron, OH
    Minutes

    The Ohio Civil Rights Commission held a regular meeting on March 11, 2021, via Zoom with Chair Lori Barreras, Commissioner Madhu Singh, and Commissioner Carolyn Peters in attendance. The Commission approved minutes from its February 11 and February 25, 2021 meetings and confirmed staff findings on multiple complainants' requests for reconsideration, including cases involving Columbus City Schools, Kroger Co., Fresh Thyme Farmers Market, housing entities, Ford Motor Company, and others. No specific budget figures or policy changes were detailed in the available portion of the minutes document.

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    Des Moines, IA
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    The Des Moines City Council passed a resolution authorizing the Finance Director to draw checks for the weeks of March 10 and March 17, 2008, including payments for goods and services, Des Moines Municipal Housing Agency bills, and biweekly payroll due March 14, 2008. The resolution confirmed that all invoices had been pre-audited by Finance Department personnel and requisitioned in compliance with state and municipal code requirements and approved budget appropriations. The Treasurer was also authorized to make necessary disbursements and cash transfers to revolving funds.

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  • MAYOR AND COUNCIL STUDY SESSION

    Tucson, AZ
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    The Mayor and Council Agenda Committee met virtually on April 8, 2026, to approve the agenda for an upcoming study session scheduled for April 21, 2026. The study session agenda includes a 45-minute presentation of the City Manager's Fiscal Year 2027 Recommended Budget, updates on homelessness initiatives and the city's climate action plan, and discussions on transportation authority funding and mass transit. The committee unanimously approved the meeting minutes from March 25, 2026, and adjourned after 21 minutes.

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  • Meeting Minutes Monday, November 18th, 2024, 7:10 p.m.

    Oakland, CA
    Minutes

    On November 18, 2024, the Measure DD Community Coalition (MDDCC) met to discuss updates on the Measure DD Bond, including a management transition from Public Works to the Finance Department and the timing of the next bond tranche (Series D) sale, which depends on the City's budget. The group also addressed fiscal reporting for remaining funds from tranches B and C, website management concerns regarding MDDCC content on the City's site, and noted that the next meeting date would be rescheduled due to staff availability.

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