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  • City of Scranton Council Responses – March 31, 2026 | PDF

    Mar 31, 2026

    ·Scranton, PA
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    On March 31, 2026, the City of Scranton provided council responses to questions from a March 24 meeting, addressing budget and operational matters. Key items included clarification that a $3 million line item funds the city's Workers' Compensation account as required by Pennsylvania law, that the $650K non-departmental contingency fund serves as a risk management tool for unforeseen expenses, and that the city's OPEB Trust fund balance stood at $3,451,299.51 as of February 28, 2026. The city also provided homelessness data showing a Point-In-Time count of 221 people (77 in emergency housing, 74 in transitional shelter, 10 in safe havens, and 60 unsheltered) as of January 29, 2025, and confirmed that the Parks Department would accept casual employee applications in April.

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  • 1 Council Committee Assignments Last Updated: February 11, 2026

Feb 11, 2026

·Los Angeles, CA
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This document outlines the committee structure and assignments for a local government council, last updated March 25, 2026. It lists 11 committees across various policy areas including arts and parks, budget and finance, civil rights and equity, economic development, energy and environment, housing and homelessness, and public safety, with designated chair and vice chair members, meeting times and locations, and assigned legislative assistants. The committees meet on a regular schedule throughout the month, with most meeting bi-weekly on designated days of the week.

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  • CITY OF SPOKANE REGARDING CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS

    Feb 9, 2026

    ·Spokane, WA
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    The City of Spokane scheduled City Council meetings for February 9, 2026, including an Agenda Review Session at 3:30 p.m. and a Legislative Session at 6:00 p.m., held in City Council Chambers at City Hall with virtual participation available via WebEx and live streaming on Channel 5 and online platforms. Members of the public may provide testimony during the meetings by signing up online between February 6-9, 2026, or in person on February 9 starting at 8:00 a.m., with testimony limited to matters related to city affairs, operations, and services.

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  • Request for Proposals: 2602 Koblentz Circle

    Nov 17, 2025

    ·Chattanooga, TN
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    The Chattanooga Land Bank Authority issued a Request for Proposals for development of four parcels in the Alton Park neighborhood, including 2602 Koblentz Circle. The Land Bank will convey the parcels at no cost to qualified nonprofit or for-profit developers who commit to building affordable homes for households earning at or below 120% of Area Median Income, with developer selection contingent on meeting capacity requirements, completing building permits within 12 months, and achieving certificates of occupancy within 18 months. This initiative supports the 2023 Chattanooga Housing Action Plan's objective to prioritize affordable housing through public land disposition and revitalize neighborhoods.

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  • Request for Proposals: 2506 Taylor Street

    Nov 17, 2025

    ·Chattanooga, TN
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  • Request for Proposals: Alton Park - West Avenue Block

    Nov 17, 2025

    ·Chattanooga, TN
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    The Chattanooga Land Bank Authority issued a Request for Proposals seeking qualified nonprofit and for-profit developers to acquire and develop four parcels in the Alton Park neighborhood for affordable homeownership. The Land Bank will convey the parcels at no cost to selected applicants under a development agreement, with developers responsible for construction, marketing, and home sales to low- to moderate-income households, with goals of obtaining building permits within 12 months and certificates of occupancy within 18 months of breaking ground. Eligible applicants must have completed at least two comparable housing projects, be in good standing with the City of Chattanooga with no delinquent taxes or code violations, and the initiative aligns with the 2023 Chattanooga Housing Action Plan's affordable housing priorities.

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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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  • Lansingtwpmi

    Nov 26, 2024

    ·Lansing, MI
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    The Charter Township of Lansing adopted a 2025 Master Plan document that outlines community development goals and recommendations. The plan was developed through a comprehensive process including review of existing plans, public input from community members, and SWOT analysis, with input from township leadership, planning commission, and staff. The document includes sections on the planning process, community profile with demographic and housing data, and public facilities assessment.

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  • Safety for All, at the Expense of None: A Town Hall on Public Safety In preparation for a report about public safety, the CAPS Commission hosted a town hall event on April 11, 2023, to gather community outreach regarding public safety needs, experiences, and perceptions in the greater community.

    Apr 11, 2023

    ·Bloomington, IN
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    On April 11, 2023, the Community Advisory on Public Safety (CAPS) Commission and the Alternative Public Safety Special Committee hosted a town hall in Bloomington, Indiana to gather community input on public safety needs and perceptions. The event was structured around introducing alternative public safety concepts, facilitating community discussion in breakout sessions, and presenting research findings that identified poverty as a key factor correlated with crime, homelessness, and violence. CAPS is developing recommendations for a community-led alternative public safety program based on principles of poverty decriminalization, human dignity, racial equity, harm reduction, and restorative justice, with a final report scheduled for delivery in June 2023.

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  • Volume 49 Number 50 Saturday, December 14, 2019 • Harrisburg, PA

    Dec 14, 2019

    ·Minersville, PA
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    This is the December 14, 2019 Pennsylvania Bulletin, a weekly publication (Volume 49, Number 50) containing official state documents and notices from multiple Pennsylvania government agencies, including the Governor, General Assembly, Courts, and various departments. The bulletin serves as the official publication for Commonwealth documents, rules, and regulatory information, with a subscription rate of $87 per year and individual copies at $2.50. The issue includes gubernatorial proclamations and vetoes, including an amendment to a disaster emergency proclamation and a veto of House Bill 321.

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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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  • Rules and Organization of the City Council

    Dec 22, 2012

    ·Evanston, IL
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    This document, titled "Rules and Organization of the City Council of the City of Evanston," dated December 12, 2022, establishes the procedural rules and governance structure for Evanston's nine-member City Council and Mayor. The comprehensive rulebook defines key terms such as quorum (six members), Mayor pro tem, Acting Mayor, and Temporary Chair, and outlines procedures for meetings, debates, voting, appointments, conflict of interest, and committee operations. Notable policy areas covered include provisions for resident participation, closed sessions, media access, compensation committee governance, and a technology allowance for Council members.

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  • Statement on Proposals that didnt move forwar

    Evanston, IL
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  • CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS RULES – PUBLIC DECORUM

    Spokane, WA
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    The document establishes public decorum rules for City Council meetings, prohibiting clapping, cheering, booing, and outbursts, with a three-minute time limit for public comments and a restriction limiting individuals to speaking once per month during open forum. Additional rules specify that open forum discussions must relate to City affairs and exclude current or pending agenda items, profanity, and personal insults, while public testimony on legislative items is also limited to three minutes per speaker unless the Chair determines less time is needed to accommodate all speakers.

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  • PAFR 2025

    Chattanooga, TN
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    The City of Chattanooga's 2025 Popular Annual Financial Report provides a public financial guide for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2025, designed to make municipal financial data accessible to residents without accounting expertise. Key budget allocations included approximately $6 million for community development and affordable housing initiatives, $1 million to the Affordable Housing Fund, $1.35 million for CNG garbage trucks, $500,000 for pedestrian safety improvements, and $2.25 million for parks maintenance and infrastructure. The City maintains strong financial health, reflected in its AAA bond rating from Standard & Poor's and AA+ rating from Fitch, and continues to emphasize transparency through comprehensive financial reporting available on the city website.

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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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  • Willow Springs Township I N T E N S I V E S U R V E Y R E P O R T

    Kansas City, MO
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    This intensive survey report documents Willow Springs Township's cultural heritage, funded by Historic Preservation Fund grants and the Douglas County Heritage Conservation Council. The study, conducted through public meetings and property owner interviews beginning in April 2019, aimed to understand what makes the township a community and identify ways to preserve its unique character, moving beyond standard individual building documentation to examine the broader historical context and cultural landscape. The survey revealed that preservation in this rural community differs from typical approaches, characterized by incremental repairs and changes made by multi-generational farming families rather than new construction, and emphasizes the importance of understanding the community's shared values and long-standing traditions.

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  • 2019 Municipal Directory Monroe County Planning Commission

    Pocono Township, PA
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  • VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT www.mooretownship.org Northampton County, Pennsylvania

    Moore Township, PA
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    Moore Township, located in Northampton County, Pennsylvania, is experiencing renovation activity at several historic landmarks under the ownership of local business owners Dan and Mimi Tanczos. The Klecknersville Hotel is undergoing exterior restoration and interior conversion of upstairs rooms into apartments, with planned additions including a catering kitchen, deli, grab-and-go market, and potential bakery on the ground floor, while the nearby Daniel Kleckner House is being restored as a short-term bed-and-breakfast rental property. The couple is also managing the Point Phillips Hotel and aims to connect these properties through shared amenities and services for visitors and residents.

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  • ZONING ORDINANCE DEARBORN COUNTY

    Dearborn, MI
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    The Dearborn County Zoning Ordinance was adopted through a multi-step process that began with a public hearing by the Board of Commissioners on February 22, 2000, followed by amendments on March 23, 2000, and final approval by the Plan Commission on April 24, 2000 and the Board of Commissioners on July 3, 2000. The document establishes the zoning framework for Dearborn County and lists the members of the Plan Commission, Board of Commissioners, Zoning Committee, and planning staff responsible for implementing and administering the ordinance.

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  • OKLAHOMA STATUTES TITLE 19. COUNTIES AND COUNTY OFFICERS

    Oklahoma City, OK
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    This document is a table of contents for Oklahoma Statutes Title 19, which outlines the legal framework governing counties and county officers in Oklahoma. It covers topics including county powers and property management, board of commissioners authority, legal proceedings, county government structure, home rule charter procedures, and election processes. The content is a statutory reference document rather than a record of specific discussions, decisions, or budget allocations from a particular meeting.

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  • Dallas Police Department

    Dallas, TX
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    At a January 15, 2015 Dallas City Council Retreat, Police Chief David O. Brown presented a comprehensive overview of the Dallas Police Department's budget, crime history, and strategic planning initiatives. The DPD's FY2014-15 budget totals $438,059,929, representing 37.54% of the city's General Fund, with 91% allocated to salaries (83.57% sworn officers and 7.66% civilian staff). The presentation outlined the department's core services across enforcement, investigations, and prevention, along with strategic priorities including community engagement, proactive policing initiatives (body cameras, license plate readers, multi-agency task forces), and effective use of technology, supported by crime data collected since 1930 under the FBI's Uniform Crime Reporting program.

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  • Michigan's Freedom of Information Act

    Lansing, MI
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    Michigan's Township Focus magazine (September 2025) features an article on Michigan's Freedom of Information Act as part of the Michigan Townships Association's official publication. The issue includes coverage of the ESTA program's October 1 implementation for small business townships, professional development retreat announcements, and specific rules governing township board meetings. MTA President Harold Koviak's message emphasizes the need to recruit younger individuals into township service, noting that only 3% of elected township officials are under age 40 according to a 2024 survey, and calls for education initiatives to engage residents and young people in local government.

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  • City Council | Wichita, KS

    Wichita, KS
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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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  • Part I: Administrative Legislation Chapter 1 GENERAL PROVISIONS 1:1

    Dallas, TX
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  • Public Records Request | Springfield Township, OH - Official Website

    Springfield, IL
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    Springfield Township's public records policy establishes procedures for residents to request government documents, including zoning, fire, police, and other departmental records through online forms or direct submission to the Township Administrator. The Township commits to providing public records within a reasonable timeframe during regular business hours (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday-Friday) at its administrative offices located at 9150 Winton Road, Cincinnati, Ohio, with copies provided at cost. The policy excludes incarcerated individuals from accessing records related to criminal investigations, maintains organized records with a publicly available retention schedule, and requests (but does not require) completion of a Public Records Request form to facilitate document identification and delivery.

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  • OOR - Request OOR Records

    Palmerton, PA
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  • 4th Quarter

    Bloomington, IN
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    The Monroe County Domestic Violence Coalition released its 4th Quarter 2016 statistics report, which compiles domestic violence data from multiple local agencies and service providers including law enforcement, counseling services, legal aid, and victim support organizations. The document provides an overview of the Coalition's mission to improve community response to domestic violence through coordination of services and includes a table of contents listing statistics from ten agencies and organizations serving domestic violence survivors in Monroe County. The report serves to assist domestic violence survivors in decision-making and inform organizations about available community resources, while noting that the data represents only agencies reporting to the Coalition and does not constitute a complete representation of domestic violence in the county.

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  • 1 History of the State College Water System By Albert R. Jarrett 1892 to 2021

    State College, PA
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