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  • Fiscal Notes and General Tips April 24, 2025 | 11:30am

    Apr 24, 2025

    ·Madison, WI
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    This document summarizes a Legistar Lunch & Learn training session held on April 24, 2025, organized by volunteer staff to build support for local government users of the Legistar legislative management system. The session covered the fiscal note approval process, referrals and agendas, and communication tips for Board, Committee, and Commission (BCC) staff, with the volunteer team indicating plans for quarterly meetings throughout the year. A fiscal note is defined as a summary of the fiscal impact of legislation, as required by Administrative Procedure Memorandum 1-3 and Madison General Ordinances section 2.05(1)(b).

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  • Citizens’ Guide to the Government Study Commission

    Hazleton, PA
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    This Citizens' Guide describes the Hazleton City Government Study Commission, established by voter referendum in May 2025, which will conduct a nine-month study of the city's current Optional Plan B government structure. The Commission will review Hazleton's form of government, compare it to eight comparable Home Rule municipalities (Altoona, Carlisle, Easton, Lancaster, Nanticoke, New Castle, Pittston, and Wilkes-Barre), and interview Hazleton's Mayor, Council President, Council Members, and Department Heads to assess structural strengths and weaknesses. Meeting twice monthly on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday, the Commission will then vote on whether to draft a home rule charter; if approved, it will have an additional nine months to draft the charter before it goes to voter referendum. The guide emphasizes that Home Rule authority allows cities to take any action not prohibited by law, whereas without Home Rule municipalities can only do what state law permits.

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  • CHAPTER 31: SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE Article I. PLAN COMMISSION

    Fort Worth, TX
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    This document is the table of contents and organizational framework for Chapter 31 of a municipal code governing subdivision regulations. The chapter establishes procedures and standards for land subdivisions through nine articles covering the Plan Commission, Development Review Committee, platting requirements, submission and review processes, design standards, and public improvements. The subdivision ordinance was originally adopted in 2006 (Ord. 17154) and subsequently restructured in 2007 (Ord. 17851), with detailed sections addressing street design, lot configuration, easements, stormwater management, and enforcement mechanisms.

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  • City of Hazleton Government Study Commission Final Report and Proposed Home Rule Charter

    Hazleton, PA
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  • 1 CITY OF TUCSON BOARD, COMMITTEE, AND COMMISSION MEMBER HANDBOOK

    Tucson, AZ
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    This handbook, published by the City of Tucson's City Clerk's Office, serves as a guide for members of the city's boards, committees, and commissions (BCCs). It provides an overview of Tucson's municipal government structure, including the City Council, City Manager, City Attorney, and various city departments, along with sections on BCC membership basics, structure, and function. The document outlines important municipal documents such as the City Charter, Tucson Code, Unified Development Code, and Plan Tucson.

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  • Virtual Meeting Instructions for Viewing and Participating

    Mahanoy City, PA
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    This document provides instructions for participating in a Schuylkill County Planning Commission meeting scheduled for September 13, 2023 at 6 PM, held in a hybrid format with both in-person and virtual options via Zoom. The public can view and participate in the meeting through Zoom (via computer, smartphone, or phone), with public comment available through raising a hand on Zoom, entering "*9" on the phone line, or submitting written comments by noon on the meeting day. The agenda includes routine items such as attendance, public comment, and approval of minutes, along with consideration of two county-governed plans, including conditional final plan approval for the Blackwood/Withelder project in Reilly Township by December 12, 2023.

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  • 2023 Annual Report Monroe County Planning Commission

    Scranton, PA
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    The Monroe County Planning Commission's 2023 Annual Report documents the organization's staffing, leadership, and governance structure while commemorating the passing of former Director John Woodling and the retirement of supportive Commissioner John Moyer. The report highlights the Planning Commission's ongoing mission to sustain the county's environmental, economic, and cultural assets, as articulated in the Monroe 2030 Vision Statement, and notes the continuation of key programs including Farmland Preservation and the Open Space Mini Grant program. The Commission maintained municipal partnerships throughout 2023, providing planning and mapping services to local townships and boroughs under established intergovernmental agreements.

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  • Boards & Commissions | City of Dearborn

    Dearborn, MI
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    The City of Dearborn maintains a comprehensive system of Boards and Commissions dedicated to enhancing quality of life, engaging residents, and serving as a bridge between citizens and city leadership through collaborative policymaking and informed decision-making. The city currently has 13 boards and commissions with open vacancies, including positions on the Board of Ethics, Board of Safety Engineers, Building Board of Appeals, and various other advisory bodies, with applications accepted on a voluntary basis. The city provides a public calendar listing upcoming meetings and events, with scheduled activities including the West Dearborn Downtown Development Authority Board Meeting on April 15, 2026, and seasonal camp openings and property tax deadlines.

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  • Austin Boards and Commissions | City of Austin | AustinTexas.gov

    Austin, TX
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    This webpage provides an overview of Austin's Boards and Commissions system, explaining that these bodies enable public participation in city government and help shape policy by offering diverse viewpoints to City Council. The page outlines how community members can comment at meetings (by phone or in-person) and provides access to resources including an application process to become a board member, meeting video archives, and recommendations. It lists over 60 active boards and commissions covering areas such as public safety, economic development, environmental issues, and quality of life for various community groups.

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  • Oakland, California, Planning Code Page 1

    Oakland, CA
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    This is the Oakland, California Planning Code as codified in 1997 and updated through Supplement No. 31, bringing it current through ordinances effective January 16, 2024. The document is organized as Title 17 Planning and comprises 971 pages containing chapters covering general provisions, the City Planning Commission, landmarks preservation, zoning regulations, use classifications, and specific zoning districts including Open Space (OS), Hillside Residential (RH), Detached Unit Residential (RD), Mixed Housing Type Residential (RM), and Urban Residential (RU) zones. The code includes definitions, general planning ordinances, and general plan conformity requirements that govern planning and land use in Oakland.

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  • Meeting Agendas & Minutes

    Springfield, IL
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    This document is a webpage index for Springfield Township's meeting agendas and minutes, providing links to current and archived meeting documents for various boards and commissions including the Township Board, Planning Commission, Zoning Board of Appeals, Park Commission, and Library Board. The page includes meeting logistics such as the 7:00 PM start time for Township Board meetings, live streaming access via Zoom and phone, and instructions for public comment and accessibility accommodations. Specific meeting dates and available documents are listed for 2026 and late 2025, though no substantive discussion or policy decisions are detailed in this index document.

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  • Public Meetings - Oklahoma.gov

    Oklahoma City, OK
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    This Oklahoma.gov page provides information about state commission meetings, including scheduling procedures and access options. Regular meetings for 2026 are held on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, or Thursdays at 1:30 p.m. in Suite C50 of the Will Rogers Memorial Office Building at 2401 N. Lincoln Blvd., Oklahoma City, with agendas posted no later than 24 hours before each meeting. Special meetings may be held Monday through Friday at alternative times and locations, with 48-hour advance notice. The site offers live webinar access to commission meetings and maintains archives of agendas and videos from 2015–2024.

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  • Office of the City Clerk | City of Tampa

    Tampa, FL
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    The Office of the City Clerk of Tampa provides a summary of its services and current operational updates, including the maintenance of all official city records and coordination of public access to government information. The office is transitioning to a new document storage application, with the Public Access Viewer displaying only records prior to June 26, 2025, and requesting that citizens email the City Clerk's Office for documentation after that date. Additionally, the office has updated the Agenda Online URL to https://tampagov.hylandcloud.com/251agendaonline/ and is currently accepting applications for several board and commission vacancies, including positions on the Code Enforcement/Public Nuisance Abatement Board and the Hillsborough County City-County Planning Commission.

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  • Knoxville-Knox County Planning | KnoxPlanning.org

    Knoxville, TN
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    This document establishes the administrative rules and procedures of the Knoxville-Knox County Planning Commission, located at 400 Main Street, Suite 403, Knoxville, TN 37902, as amended through December 11, 2025. The rules govern public notice requirements through newspaper advertisement, signage, mail, and the planning website; application procedures for rezoning, special use permits, subdivisions, and street or subdivision name changes; and the handling of sequential applications and supplemental information. The document also defines land divisions excluded from regulation, including partitions among owners and divisions of land into tracts of five or more acres that are not subdivisions, and addresses staff recommendations and appeals processes.

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  • Boards and Commissions

    Tucson, AZ
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    The Redistricting Advisory Committee (RAC) is a seven-member board responsible for reviewing data and recommending whether redistricting is necessary during designated redistricting years, with written recommendations due to the mayor and council by October 1st. The committee currently has no appointed members and meets as required; documentation including agendas, minutes, and audio recordings are available through the City Clerk's Office. For more information, the public can contact the City Clerk's Office at (520)791-4213.

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  • Oklahoma County, Oklahoma Public Records Lookup | OklahomaRecords.org

    Oklahoma City, OK
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    Oklahoma County operates as an open records county under the Oklahoma Open Records Act (51 O.S. §§ 24A.1-24A.31), which establishes the public's right to access government records with limited exceptions. The county maintains nine categories of public records across multiple departments: property records through the Assessor and County Clerk; court records through the Court Clerk; vital records with limited access; business records; election records through the Election Board; tax records through the Treasurer; law enforcement records through the Sheriff's Office; land records; and meeting records from county boards and commissions. County agencies are required to provide prompt and reasonable access during regular business hours, designate record custodians, and charge only reasonable fees for document searches and copies. The Oklahoma County Clerk maintains a public records portal to facilitate access to many county records.

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  • Public Meetings Online | Luzerne County, PA

    Nanticoke, PA
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    This webpage provides information about Luzerne County Council meetings and related committee meetings, including details on how to attend meetings online via Zoom or by phone. The page lists an upcoming Luzerne County Council Voting Session and Work Session scheduled for March 24, 2026, at 6:01 PM, which will be held both in-person at the County Courthouse and via Zoom webinar. The page also provides access information for standing committee meetings, including the Act 13 Committee (January 30, 2025) and Authorities, Boards and Commissions Committee (January 28, 2025), along with multiple options for public participation such as joining via web browser, phone call, or submitting emailed comments by 3:00 PM on meeting days.

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  • Make a Public Records Act Request

    Los Angeles, CA
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    The Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk provides a public records request portal (NextRequest) for submissions under the California Public Records Act, with the caveat that Los Angeles County does not maintain a centralized record-keeping system and departments maintain their own records. Requesters should direct inquiries to the responsible department or agency head, with a directory available at lacounty.gov listing all county departments, agencies, commissions, and committees. The Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk handles requests for election-related information, RR/CC contracts and RFPs, and training manuals, while other departments handle records such as arrest records (Sheriff), zoning and planning documents (Department of Regional Planning), inspection reports (Department of Public Health), and court records (Superior Court). Certain records including birth, death, and marriage records; real estate records; fictitious business name records; and military discharge records are subject to specific statutory requirements and limitations under California Health and Safety Code, Family Code, Government Code, and Business and Professions Code, and may be available for public viewing at RR/CC offices by appointment.

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  • Boards & Commissions - City of Huntsville

    Huntsville, AL
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    The City of Huntsville maintains approximately 60 local and regional boards and commissions with volunteer positions appointed by the Mayor and City Council to provide advisory, policy, and governing roles that shape community quality of life. Membership terms range from two to six years with time commitments varying from a few hours to over 20 hours monthly, and positions may require specific professional expertise, residency within the city, ethics training, and background checks. Interested residents are encouraged to review individual board requirements and submit applications via email or an online interest form.

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  • 2025 Agendas and Minutes

    Carlisle, PA
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    This document is an index of agendas and minutes for 2025 public meetings held by a borough government. The Borough Council held 13 regular meetings plus one special meeting on May 23, 2025, with agendas posted at least 24 hours in advance and minutes approved and posted typically at the following month's meeting. Additional boards and commissions—including the Board of Appeals, Borough Council Workshop, Civil Service Commission, Historical and Architectural Review Board, Human Relations Commission, and Municipal Authority—held meetings throughout 2025, with agendas and minutes available online. Virtual/hybrid meetings included Zoom participation options, subject to potential technical difficulties, with meetings proceeding in person if needed.

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  • Historic District Designation in Pennsylvania Michel R. Lefèvre

    Harrisburg, PA
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    This 2005 publication from the Pennsylvania Historical and Museum Commission, authored by Michel R. Lefèvre, serves as a comprehensive guide for local governments on establishing and administering historic district designations in Pennsylvania. The document, which substantially revised the previous edition from 26 years earlier, draws on accumulated experience from Pennsylvania communities in using historic district designation as a preservation strategy and tool for cultural and economic development. The guide is intended for local government officials, historic preservation organizations, and citizens considering the creation of historic preservation ordinances.

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  • OnBoardGOV | City of Fort Worth, TX| Boards, Commissions, and Committees | Capital Improvements Plan Advisory Committee - Water/Wastewater

    Fort Worth, TX
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    The Capital Improvements Plan Advisory Committee for Water/Wastewater is a Fort Worth city board created in 1989 under Texas Local Government Code Chapter 395, responsible for reviewing the city's capital improvements plan, monitoring implementation, and advising on land use assumptions and impact fees. The committee currently has 8 seats with 2 vacancies; members are appointed by the Mayor and City Council and meet twice yearly (March 27 and September 25, 2026). Committee duties include filing semi-annual progress reports with the city, evaluating plan implementation, and reporting any perceived inequities in the plan or impact fee process.

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  • Municipal Planning Commission | City of Charleston

    Charleston, WV
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  • Metropolitan Council | Baton Rouge, LA

    Baton Rouge, LA
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    The Metropolitan Council serves as the legislative branch for the City of Baton Rouge and Parish of East Baton Rouge, consisting of twelve members elected from single-member districts for four-year terms. Members are sworn in on January 2nd following elections, with the next election scheduled for fall 2024, and a President Pro Tempore is selected by majority vote for a four-year term. Regular meetings are held on the second and fourth Wednesdays of each month at 4:00 p.m., with the Zoning Committee meeting on the third Wednesday at 4:00 p.m.; all meetings are limited to four hours with possible extension not exceeding thirty minutes. Council members are prohibited from holding other public offices and cannot be appointed to any paid office in East Baton Rouge Parish or City of Baton Rouge for two years after service concludes. The Metropolitan Council also serves as the governing authority for the East Baton Rouge Parish Sewerage Commission and Greater Baton Rouge Airport Authority.

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  • Boards Commissions and Committees Member Handbook

    Evanston, IL
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    This handbook, created in May 2009 through a joint effort between the League of Women Voters of Evanston and City staff, provides guidance for members of City of Evanston boards, commissions, and committees on their roles and responsibilities. The handbook was developed to fulfill the 2006 City Strategic Plan's objective to provide standardized training and orientation for board and committee members and supporting staff. It covers topics including the city's governmental structure, the council-manager form of government, and information about boards, commissions, and committees' accountability and guiding principles.

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  • Commission Meetings and Minutes - Pittsburgh, PA

    Pittsburgh, PA
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    This document is a directory and archive of Commission Meetings and Minutes for the Infrastructure Asset Reporting and Investment Commission in Pittsburgh, PA. The commission held quarterly meetings throughout 2024 and 2025, with documented agendas and minutes available for Q1 2024 (March 19th) through Q2 2025 (May 12th), and an additional introductory non-formal meeting on October 18th, 2023. The next meeting date was listed as "TBD" at the time of publication. The commission is one of multiple boards, authorities, and commissions overseen by the City of Pittsburgh government, with contact information available through the City-County Building at 414 Grant Street.

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  • City Clerk Programs and Services | City of Phoenix

    Phoenix, AZ
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    The City Clerk Department of Phoenix provides public services including annexations, boards and commissions administration, open meeting law compliance, campaign finance, election information, domestic partnership registration, public records search, and license services. Staff are available Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at the 15th floor of Phoenix City Hall (200 W. Washington St., Phoenix, AZ 85003), with access currently by appointment only via 602-262-6811. The department serves both the public and city organization across multiple service categories spanning governance, elections, and administrative functions.

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  • Carlisle Borough Climate Action Plan

    Carlisle, PA
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    Carlisle Borough approved a comprehensive Climate Action Plan on January 13, 2022, developed by the Borough's Climate Action Commission in partnership with ICLEI – Local Governments for Sustainability, to outline local actions and policies for reducing the borough's greenhouse gas emissions. The plan was created through collaboration among local government officials, external agencies including the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, and community stakeholders, with funding support from the US Department of Energy State Energy Program. The document serves as a roadmap for implementing climate mitigation strategies at the local level.

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  • Council & Committee Meetings | Office of the City Clerk

    Los Angeles, CA
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    This document provides procedural information for Los Angeles City Council and Committee meetings, including how the public can attend, view broadcasts, and submit comments. City Council meets Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays at 10:00 a.m. in the John Ferraro Council Chamber, with live broadcasts available on Cable Channel 35, the clerk's website, and YouTube, while in-person public comment is accepted at both Committee and Council meetings. The document also outlines resources available to the public, such as meeting calendars, agendas, archived video and audio feeds dating to 2008, and email subscription options for agendas and motions, as well as requirements for lobbyists to register with the Ethics Commission.

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  • Boards & Commission – Welcome to the City of Fort Worth

    Fort Worth, TX
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