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  • 3452-2025: To authorize the Director of the Office of Education to modify and increase the contract with Columbus State Community College for student support services associated with the Columbus Promise program; to make an appropriation and to authorize an expenditure within the Job Growth subfund; and to declare an emergency. ($535,655.00)

    Dec 8, 2025

    ·Columbus, OH
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  • METROPOLITAN PLANNING COMMISSION DRAFT MINUTES October 23, 2025

    Oct 23, 2025

    ·Nashville, TN
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    The Metropolitan Planning Commission held a regular meeting on October 23, 2025, at 4:00 pm in Nashville with nine of ten commissioners present, including Chair Greg Adkins and Vice-Chair Jessica Farr. The Commission guides growth and development in Nashville and Davidson County with a focus on sustainable community development, neighborhood preservation, and infrastructure efficiency. The document establishes procedural information about the Commission's operations, meeting schedule, decision-making authority on planning applications, and public participation options, including live streaming and online access to agendas and staff reports.

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  • METROPOLITAN PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION AGENDA September 25, 2025

    Sep 25, 2025

    ·Nashville, TN
    Agenda

    The Metropolitan Planning Commission held a regular meeting agenda on September 25, 2025, at 4:00 pm in Nashville to guide growth and development toward a more sustainable community. The commission, chaired by Greg Adkins and comprising nine council-appointed members plus the Mayor's representative, makes final decisions on site plans and subdivisions while recommending actions on zone changes and other applications to the Metropolitan Council. Meeting materials were posted online and available in person, with public comments accepted through Tuesday prior to the meeting, and proceedings broadcast live on Metro Nashville Network and YouTube.

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  • 3537-2024: To authorize the City Clerk to enter into a grant agreement with Community of Caring Development Foundation in support of small business stabilization assistance; to authorize an appropriation and expenditure within the Job Growth subfund; and to declare an emergency. ($20,000.00)

    Dec 10, 2024

    ·Columbus, OH
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  • 1366-2024: To authorize the Director of the Department of Development to enter into a grant agreement with the Greater Columbus Convention & Visitor’s Bureau dba Experience Columbus to provide programming to support minority-led businesses in the community; and to authorize the appropriation and expenditure of up to $200,000.00 from the 2024 Jobs Growth Subfund; and to allow for expenditures prior to the execution of the purchase order. ($200,000.00)

    May 7, 2024

    ·Columbus, OH
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  • 2024-0429: WHEREAS, Community Day School is a center of community and education, uniting the hearts and minds of the next generation. The school honors Jewish teachings and values, nurturing passion, identity, and integrity in its students so that they may repair the world through tolerance and growth; and,

    Apr 26, 2024

    ·Pittsburgh, PA
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  • 2276-2023: To authorize the City Clerk to enter into contract with Wentz, McInerney, Peifer & Petroff, LLC for legal and educational services in support of the work of the Community Benefits Agreement Advisory Committee; to authorize an appropriation and expenditure of $20,000.00 from the Job Growth subfund. ($20,000.00)

    Jul 20, 2023

    ·Columbus, OH
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  • 1809-2023: To authorize an appropriation within the Job Growth subfund for various expenditures for materials, equipment, and professional services related to the community education duties of the Wage Theft Prevention and Enforcement Commission. ($50,000.00)

    Jun 9, 2023

    ·Columbus, OH
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  • 1744-2023: To authorize the Director of the Department of Development to enter into a grant agreement with the Urban Launch School Inc to provide programming to support minority-led businesses in the community; to authorize the appropriation and expenditure of up to $350,000.00 from the 2023 General Fund, Jobs Growth Subfund; to authorize the payment of expenses prior to the agreement; and to declare an emergency. ($350,000.00)

    Jun 6, 2023

    ·Columbus, OH
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  • 1284-2023: To authorize the Director of the Office of Education to enter into contract with Columbus State Community College for the purpose of providing student support services for those enrolled in the Columbus Promise program; and to authorize an appropriation and expenditure within the Job Growth subfund. ($1,052,652.00)

    Apr 24, 2023

    ·Columbus, OH
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  • 1003-2023: To authorize the Director of the Department of Development to enter into a grant agreement with the Greater Columbus Convention & Visitor’s Bureau dba Experience Columbus to provide programming to support minority-led businesses in the community; and to authorize the appropriation and expenditure of up to $175,000.00 from the 2023 Jobs Growth Subfund. ($175,000.00)

    Mar 27, 2023

    ·Columbus, OH
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  • 2022-1018: Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an Agreement or Agreements with Gateways for Growth for the purpose of receiving a customized research brief on immigrant and refugee communities in Pittsburgh and a Welcoming Network general membership.

    Nov 23, 2022

    ·Pittsburgh, PA
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  • 3255-2022: To authorize the City Clerk to enter into a grant agreement with Community Partners Youth Development Organization, dba Center of Entrepreneurial Development, to support of the organization’s Urban Launch School small business accelerator pitch competition; and to authorize an appropriation and expenditure within the Job Growth subfund; and to declare an emergency. ($10,000.00)

    Nov 15, 2022

    ·Columbus, OH
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  • 1183-2022: To authorize the Director of Development to execute a grant agreement with Color Coded Labs, in an amount up to $400,000.00, towards efforts to provide coding bootcamp to historically under-resourced communities; to authorize an appropriation and expenditure within the Jobs Growth Subfund; to allow for reimbursement of expenses beginning January 1, 2022; and to declare an emergency. ($400,000.00)

    Apr 20, 2022

    ·Columbus, OH
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  • 21-R-3045: A RESOLUTION APPOINTING COUNCILMEMBER JOYCE SHEPERD TO SERVE AS THE ATLANTA CITY COUNCIL MEMBER ON THE KEEP ATLANTA BEAUTIFUL COMMISSION FOR A TERM OF TWO YEARS FOR THE PURPOSE OF PERFORMING THE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE COMMISSION FOR THE CITY OF ATLANTA, AND FOR OTHER PURPOSES WHEREAS, Keep America Beautiful, Inc. ("KAB") is a national non-profit public education organization dedicated to preserving the natural beauty and environment of America and improving waste handling practices at the community level; through its over 1,200 affiliate organizations, it is building partnerships with volunteer organizations, government agencies, and the private sector; and WHEREAS, the Keep Atlanta Beautiful Commission was established and created pursuant to Section 3-401 of the Charter of the City of Atlanta, and shall act in an advisory capacity to the city council to empower communities to safeguard and enhance the City's aesthetic appeal as embodied and reflected in the built and natural environments in an effort to help improve quality of life, and stimulate economic growth and development opportunities within the City of Atlanta; and WHEREAS, Keep Atlanta Beautiful Commission shall be composed of 18 members representing business and professional groups, trade unions, educational groups, civic clubs, the chamber of commerce, other groups and the general public; and WHEREAS, one Council Member shall be appointed by the Atlanta City Council to serve for a term of two years commencing on the approval date of this resolution; and WHEREAS, every effort should be made to fill all positions on the Commission to better enable the Commission to accomplish its work. NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ATLANTA, GEORGIA that after following the processes outlined in City of Atlanta Code of Ordinances Section 2-1852, Councilmember Joyce Sheperd is hereby appointed to the Keep Atlanta Beautiful Commission for the purpose of performing the duties and responsibilities of the Commission for the City of Atlanta, with said appointment being confirmed by Council through its adoption of this resolution, and being for a term of two years to begin upon the date of approval of this Resolution.

    Mar 30, 2022

    ·Atlanta, GA
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  • 0646-2022: To authorize the City Clerk to enter into a grant agreement with the Columbus Chamber of Commerce to support of the creation of the Engaging New and Emerging Citizens and Community Guidebook; to authorize an appropriation and expenditure within the Job Growth subfund; and to declare an emergency. ($20,000.00)

    Feb 24, 2022

    ·Columbus, OH
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  • RS2022-1357: A resolution appropriating $1,100,000.00 in American Rescue Plan Act funds from Fund #30216 to permit the Mayor’s Office of Economic and Community Development to create an inclusive and equitable economic development plan and policy, and to conduct a market value analysis, which promotes balanced and strategic growth in Metropolitan Nashville and Davidson County.

    Jan 21, 2022

    ·Nashville, TN
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  • 2095-2021: To authorize the Director of the Department of Public Service to enter into a grant agreement with Partners Achieving Community Transformation (PACT) in support of the Cleaner Columbus Youth Grant Program; to authorize an appropriation and expenditure within the Job Growth subfund; and to declare an emergency. ($100,000.00)

    Jul 21, 2021

    ·Columbus, OH
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  • 2021-1679: WHEREAS, Since the founding of the City of Pittsburgh, African Americans have played an integral part in the City’s economic growth and social development after 44 Black Men fought alongside General John Forbes to establish Fort Pitt in 1758; also by creating an abolitionist movement in the 1800s to end slavery; by creating a historic Jazz Movement in 1930s-60s; by creating a Civil Rights Movement in the 1960s-70s; and by hosting unifying cultural events like the annual Harambee Arts Festival and the 1972 Black Solidarity Fair held at the then-Civic Arena; and, WHEREAS, William Marshall (AKA B. Marshall) believes in educating our communities about the rich heritage of the African American people and he accomplishes that goal by holding numerous events throughout the year such as the Jubilee Parade and A Soulful Taste of the Burgh; and, WHEREAS, most recently, Mr. Marshall was instrumental in making Juneteenth, commemorating the emancipation of African-American slaves, a paid City of Pittsburgh holiday. Through organizing and promoting Juneteenth and other Black events annually, Mr. Marshall hopes to bring cultural and educational awareness to Pittsburgh and its youth and eventually build unity and reduce violence in our communities; and, WHEREAS, because of his passion for our youth, B. Marshall founded Stop the Violence-Pittsburgh (“STV-Pittsburgh”) in 2013 to be a community network of non-profit groups and other agencies who offer viable and practical options to children, youth, and young adults to encourage positive youth development; and,

    Jul 2, 2021

    ·Pittsburgh, PA
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  • SERVING OUR COMMUNITY FOR OVER 20 YEARS ANNUAL REPORT 2022-2023

    Phoenixville, PA
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    Health Care Access, a nonprofit organization serving the Phoenixville area since 1999, released its 2022-2023 annual report documenting organizational performance and community impact. During the fiscal year, HCA assisted 1,253 clients across four core programs: 329 vision enrollments (50 children, 279 adults), 764 dental enrollments (250 children, 514 adults), 116 mammogram vouchers, and 44 emergency prescription assistances. The organization raised total support and revenue of $713,738, comprising $603,108 in grants and $52,188 in donor contributions (representing 47% growth in donor contributions year-over-year), with 89 cents of every dollar directed to programs. Net assets increased from $302,415 to $320,465, representing a change of $18,050 during the fiscal year.

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  • Greater Hazleton 86,432 Luzerne County 317,343

    Hazleton, PA
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    This document presents a community profile and statistical overview of Greater Hazleton, Pennsylvania, including demographic and economic data. Key figures show Greater Hazleton has a population of 86,432 within Luzerne County's 317,343 residents, with a 20-mile commute radius encompassing 343,000 workers and 693,450 people. The profile highlights the region's accessibility to major markets, employment trends showing growth in management and service sectors while production jobs declined from 28.0% to 17.7% between 2010-2017, and details on four business and industrial parks totaling significant acreage for commercial development.

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  • 2023-2024 Proposed Budget Summary Introduction

    Seattle, WA
    Budget

    Seattle's 2023-2024 Proposed Budget, the first under Mayor Bruce A. Harrell, totals approximately $7.4 billion in appropriations, including $1.6 billion in General Fund and $294 million from the JumpStart Payroll Expense Tax. This is the first biennial budget since the COVID-19 pandemic disrupted the city's normal budgeting cycle, and it addresses a significant General Fund deficit while prioritizing housing and homelessness, public safety, access to opportunity, healthy communities, climate and environment, transportation, and good government. Despite 40-year-high inflation, General Fund expenditure growth is held to effectively flat at 0.03% over 2022 levels, with the budget balanced partly through payroll tax revenue and conservative spending measures aimed at replenishing reserves.

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  • CITY OF PORTLAND, OREGON

    Portland, ME
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    The City of Portland's Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for fiscal year ended June 30, 2018 addresses the city's rapid population growth and the resulting strain on municipal services and infrastructure. The Office of Management and Finance outlined a 2018-2020 Strategic Plan focused on adopting 21st-century business solutions, developing an inclusive workforce, and leading citywide initiatives to meet evolving community needs. The report includes complete financial statements, independent audit results, and budget-to-actual comparisons for major funds including the General Fund and Transportation Operating Fund.

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  • What's Happening in Stamford Downtown STAMFORD DOWNTOWN

    Stamford, CT
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    Stamford Downtown is a Special Services District established in 1992 that supplements city services in the urban core through sanitation, landscaping, placemaking, and marketing to achieve goals including economic development, residential growth, retail recruitment, and increased downtown foot traffic. The district's FY22 revenue comes primarily from special assessments (58%), contributions (28%), and event revenue (10%), with the city contributing $190,000 to cover less than 20% of public realm maintenance costs and less than 10% of public community event costs. Stamford Downtown provides extensive services including daily streetscape cleaning, snow removal, social outreach, park improvements, and free public events such as the Farmers Market, Balloon Parade Spectacular, and exercise classes, while maintaining a spending ratio of over $21 in district investment for every $1 of direct city contribution.

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  • HAZLE TOWNSHIP LUZERNE COUNTY PENNSYLVANIA 2003 ZONING ORDINANCE

    Hazleton, PA
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    Hazle Township's 2003 Zoning Ordinance, as amended through October 2016, establishes comprehensive land use regulations for the township in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania. The ordinance defines nine zoning districts (R-1 and R-2 residential, B-1 and B-2 commercial, I-1 and I-2 industrial, M-1 mining, C-1 conservation, and BP business park), along with a healthcare overlay district, and includes regulations for accessory structures, setbacks, special exceptions, and planned residential developments. The document serves as the primary tool for managing growth and development while addressing community development objectives through dimensional requirements, use restrictions, and procedural standards for development applications.

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  • City of Raleigh FY25 Budget at a Glance

    Raleigh, NC
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    The City of Raleigh adopted a FY25 budget of $732.2 million (13.1% increase from FY24) with a proposed tax rate of 35.50 cents per $100 of assessed value, an increase of 3.80 cents. The budget prioritizes affordable housing, transit and transportation, public safety, and growth management, with dedicated funding for employee cost-of-living adjustments and deferred capital maintenance. The city conducted enhanced community engagement beginning in October 2023, including listening sessions and participatory budgeting initiatives, to ensure resident priorities shaped spending decisions.

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  • City of Columbia, SC - Budget Office

    Columbia, SC
    Budget

    The City of Columbia, SC's FY 2023-2024 Budget, presented to City Council on June 2, 2023, is balanced and scheduled for final adoption following a public hearing on June 6, 2023. The budget prioritizes meeting City Council's strategic outcomes, including workforce stability, technology investments, infrastructure projects (Finlay Park, Municipal Complex, Canal Embankment), and community improvements in affordable housing, redevelopment, and economic growth. The budget development emphasizes efficient resource allocation while addressing service demands, capital investments, and financial obligations such as debt service.

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    Raleigh, NC
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    The City of Raleigh adopted its 2025 annual schedule of regular City Council meetings, which includes regular City Council sessions held on the first Tuesday of each month at 1:00 PM and 7:00 PM, supplemented by work sessions and public comment periods on other Tuesdays. The schedule includes a July/August break, one Wednesday meeting on November 12 due to Veterans Day observance, and specifies that all meetings will be held in the Council Chamber at the Raleigh Municipal Building, along with designated committee meeting times for Economic Development & Innovation, Growth & Natural Resources, Safe, Vibrant & Healthy Community, and Transportation & Transit.

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  • City of Spokane 2025-2026 Budget Overview Executive Summary

    Spokane, WA
    Budget

    The City of Spokane's 2025-2026 biennial budget totals $2.5 billion and addresses a projected $60 million General Fund deficit inherited by the new administration through conservative revenue assumptions, a 1% property tax increase, and a 22 FTE position reduction to manage costs without depleting reserves. Key budget priorities include public safety, housing, and economic development, with personnel costs comprising 85 percent of operating expenses across 2,434.5 FTE positions serving over 230,000 residents. The budget assumes passage of a Community Safety Sales Tax initiative and projects conservative sales tax growth of 2% in 2025 and 2.9% in 2026, with the General Fund comprising approximately 22 percent ($535.2 million) of the total budget.

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  • Annual Report 2024 For Fiscal Year Ending December 31 • Published June 2025

    Carlisle, PA
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    The Township of Langley's 2024 Annual Report documents the municipality's achievements during the fiscal year ending December 31, 2024, published in June 2025. Key highlights include the identification of an additional $3.5 million in annual budget savings while maintaining the lowest property tax rates in Metro Vancouver, continued investments in public safety with expanded firefighter, RCMP officer, and bylaw staff levels, and progress on major capital infrastructure projects including the 208 Street corridor improvement. The report demonstrates a commitment to closing infrastructure gaps and managing cost pressures while supporting continued community growth across the Township's various neighborhoods including Aldergrove, Fort Langley, Murrayville, Walnut Grove, and Willoughby-Willowbrook.

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