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  • Current Progress - 2025

    Tulsa, OK
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    The City of Tulsa's Office of Financial Empowerment and Community Wealth (OFE), officially launched in January 2023 under the Department of Resilience and Equity, provides programs and resources to improve financial stability and reduce economic disparities. The OFE was formally added to the City's General Fund Budget for Fiscal Year 2026, including two positions: Director and Financial Empowerment Program Assistant, with $330,000 in American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding secured for Financial Empowerment Center operations and $95,000 from private local foundations. For fiscal years 2026–2027, the office will receive an additional $150,000 in funding. The Tulsa Financial Empowerment Center, whose planning began in February 2020, operates as part of the city's broader resilience strategy and has leveraged Community Development Block Grant, ARPA, and private foundation grants to support its operations.

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  • Participatory Budgeting - City of Jersey City

    Jersey City, NJ
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In March 2022, Jersey City opened applications for participatory budgeting, inviting residents to submit and vote on community projects for funding up to $50,000 per ward. Approved projects across six wards total $295,000 and include tree-planting initiatives in Wards B, C, D, and F ($170,000 combined), water fountains in four parks ($28,000), family literacy workshops in Ward A ($32,000), playground improvements in Ward E ($15,000), a bus shelter in Ward D ($5,000), planters for downtown safety in Ward E ($30,000), and support for the Big Brother Big Sister Program in Ward F ($15,000). The program allows residents to propose ideas by answering how projects benefit their community and location, after which city departments consolidate similar submissions and develop scopes, timelines, and costs for implementation.

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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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  • FINANCIAL REPORT Diocese of Scranton Fiscal Year 2021-2022

    Scranton, PA
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    The Diocese of Scranton released its audited financial statements for fiscal year 2021-2022, with Bishop Joseph C. Bambera presenting the report and emphasizing the diocese's commitment to financial transparency in response to community feedback from synodality listening sessions. The diocese was recognized by Voice of the Faithful as one of only five dioceses nationwide to achieve a 100% transparency score, with particular praise for its accessible finance webpage. The report documents how the diocese continues to serve eleven counties in northeastern and north central Pennsylvania through stewardship of donated resources and expresses gratitude to parishioners, employees, and volunteers for their financial support and prayers.

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  • Letter of Support - Greater Houston Partnership

    Houston, TX
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    The Greater Houston Partnership, representing the 12-county Houston business community, wrote to the Texas State Legislature on February 14, 2023, to request state funding for improvements to the Lake Houston dam. The letter explains that the 1953-built dam was overwhelmed during Hurricane Harvey and that the City of Houston has already utilized $48 million in federal funds to begin planning and phase one of the project, which includes adding 11 new tainter gates to increase water discharge capacity and reduce flooding risk for over 5,000 structures. The Partnership asks for additional state appropriations to cover the total project costs beyond existing federal funding allocations.

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  • FOLLOWING THE MONEY: Understanding Los Angeles County’s Finances and Impacting

    Los Angeles, CA
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    This 2012 curriculum document from Advancement Project, supported by the California Community Foundation, is designed to help advocates understand and analyze Los Angeles County's budget and finances to advance equity in public spending. The material addresses what the organization identifies as significant discrepancies between public fund allocation and the needs of low-income communities and communities of color, with the goal of increasing transparency, accountability, and equitable use of public dollars. The curriculum is structured in five parts covering financial documents, fiscal research, the budgeting process, budget analysis, and power analysis, drawing on Advancement Project's experience winning increased funding for schools and other critical programs through public finance analysis.

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  • Urban Agriculture Ordinances City of Cleveland. ...

    Cleveland, OH
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    The City of Cleveland adopted a collection of ordinances to enable and facilitate urban agriculture in support of community health, sustainability, and local economies. The Urban Garden District was established as part of the zoning code (Ord. No. 208-07, passed 3-5-07) to protect areas designated for local food production, community education, garden-related job training, and environmental enhancement. Additional measures include a zoning update permitting the keeping of chickens, bees, and other livestock in all zoning districts; a licensing policy administered through the Cleveland Department of Public Health; amendments allowing farm stands and agriculture as a principal use on vacant lots in residential districts; and a clarification of the permitting process for high tunnels and hoop houses issued by the Department of Building and Housing in December 2012. An Urban Agriculture Overlay District (draft) was introduced to Cleveland City Council to allow more intensive urban agriculture uses in designated areas and remains pending.

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  • BUILDSpokane | Engage Spokane

    Spokane, WA
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    The City of Spokane is conducting a comprehensive update of Title 17 of the Spokane Municipal Code (the Development Code) through the BUILDSpokane project, in partnership with planning firms Clarion Associates and Kimley Horn. The modernization effort aims to align zoning and development regulations with current policy objectives, reduce barriers to development, and promote affordability, equity, and sustainability while improving code accessibility and review efficiency. The project is proceeding concurrently with PlanSpokane 2046, the City's comprehensive plan update, to meet state requirements and ensure Spokane's regulatory framework supports long-term community goals.

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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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  • Budget & Management | City of Cleveland Ohio

    Cleveland, OH
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    The Division of Budget and Management in Cleveland's Department of Finance prepares, implements, and monitors annual operating budgets and financial plans to fund City services. The General Fund Operating Budget, funded primarily by a 2.5% City Income Tax on all workers in Cleveland, supports Safety Forces (Police, Fire, and EMS), Waste and Recycling Pick Up, City Parks, and Neighborhood Resource and Recreation Centers. Enterprise Funds operate as self-supporting services including Water, Water Pollution Control, Cleveland Public Power, the Airport, Cemeteries, Golf Courses, City Parking Facilities, Public Auditorium, and West Side Market. The City also funds capital improvements and infrastructure through debt, restricted funds, and grants, including Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development that must support projects eliminating blight and assisting low- and moderate-income residents in housing, public improvements, and land use areas. Budget documents are available for fiscal years 2023 through 2026, along with an interactive budget portal and comprehensive financial reports.

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  • Full month view of Calendar & Meetings – Welcome to the City of Fort Worth

    Fort Worth, TX
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    MayFest is Fort Worth's largest community festival scheduled for May 3, 2026, at Trinity Park, featuring live music, food, carnival rides, vendors, and family-friendly activities. The Fort Worth Animal Care & Control (FWACC) will have a booth at the event to inform residents about supporting animals in the community.

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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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  • CHLA 2025 Annual Report Read the 2025 Annual Report of the CHLA to learn about the Commission’s key accomplishments, community partnerships, outreach efforts, and priorities in support of Bloomington’s Hispanic and Latiné community.

    Bloomington, IN
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  • ANNUAL REPORT FISCAL YEAR 2022

    Bristol, PA
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    Pathways to Housing PA's Fiscal Year 2022 Annual Report highlights significant organizational growth and expanded programming, including the launch of Pathways Housing Wellness Corporation, which has gained control of 20 properties for affordable housing development, and the creation of Good Haul, a junk hauling social enterprise to support employment and furniture donation initiatives. The organization currently serves 550 participants through its Housing First program and expanded services including an Integrated Care Clinic that provided 3,844 medical and behavioral health visits, a Center of Excellence serving 131 monthly participants (a 70% increase from the prior year), and Housing First University training over 5,000 individuals since 2019. The Philadelphia Furniture Bank furnished nearly 1,400 homes during the fiscal year, demonstrating the organization's continued commitment to housing stability and community support services.

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  • Chapter 9 Eugene Land Use

    Eugene, OR
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    Chapter 9 of the Eugene Code, titled the "Land Use Code," was established to protect public health, safety, and welfare while preserving and enhancing the community's economic, social, and environmental qualities. The code implements state and federal laws and the Metro Plan through policies that support the Urban Growth Boundary, encourage infill and mixed-use development, promote affordable housing and diverse housing types, and prioritize transportation-efficient land use patterns and alternative transportation modes. Key objectives include increasing density within the urban growth boundary, improving downtown vitality, mitigating neighborhood impacts through design standards, and relieving congestion through multi-modal transportation improvements.

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  • 2024 Annual Report Proudly Serving Virginia Beach City & School

    Virginia Beach, VA
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    Beach Municipal FCU, a credit union founded in 1970 to serve Virginia Beach city and school employees, released its 2024 Annual Report highlighting its commitment to the credit union philosophy of "people helping people." The organization, which operates two branch locations and is federally insured by the NCUA, continues to expand its digital services and maintains its core mission of understanding and meeting member financial needs while supporting the community. The credit union's leadership includes Chairman Nianza Wallace and a board of seven directors committed to providing financial resources and tools to help members achieve long-term financial success.

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  • Police - Mission Statement

    Bethlehem, PA
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    The Bethlehem Township Police Department's mission statement, located at 4225 Easton Avenue in Bethlehem, PA 18020, commits to providing professional and progressive police services to all residents, workers, and visitors in the jurisdiction. The department prioritizes establishing a safe environment through patrol, investigations, community service, and impartial law enforcement while respecting human rights and dignity. The mission extends to officer welfare, pledging to provide training, education, career development, equipment, and support to ensure officer safety and security. The department commits to continuous performance assessment and improvement to meet evolving community needs rather than becoming complacent with current achievements.

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  • looking back, looking forward

    Carlisle, PA
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    The Cumberland County Historical Society's 2018 annual report highlights the completion of Vale-Himes Park, a $325,000 community project that transformed a condemned site, along with major museum renovations totaling approximately $20,000, funded primarily by membership donations and community support. The Society also secured a $100,000 endowment contribution to honor the Vale-Himes legacy and is planning a larger capital campaign ahead of its 150th anniversary in 2024, which will focus on visibility, connectivity, endowment growth, collections storage, and staff space. Executive Director Jason Illari emphasizes the organization's successful campaign history and notes the anticipated publication of a Community Outreach Plan to guide future initiatives.

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  • orlando.gov/ilead Updated January, 2024 JUST ELECTED?

    Orlando, FL
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    The City of Orlando's iLead program is a comprehensive neighborhood training initiative launched in 2014 that provides newly elected board members with guides, videos, webinars, and workshops covering topics such as board operations, effective meetings, communication tools, event planning, and leadership skills. The program aims to support and mentor neighborhood organization leaders to help them effectively engage residents and maintain strong communities. This particular document serves as an introductory guide for newly elected board members, outlining the benefits of service and directing them to over 25 available resources on the iLead platform at orlando.gov/ilead.

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  • Government | City of Dearborn

    Dearborn, MI
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    The City of Dearborn is governed by an elected Mayor and seven-member City Council serving four-year terms, supported by a city clerk and three elected judges for the 19th District Court. The Mayor and City Council collaborate with more than a dozen city department directors to deliver public services to residents, businesses, and visitors efficiently and professionally. The city maintains various boards, commissions, and transparency initiatives to support community governance and public engagement.

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  • Legislative Budget and Finance Committee

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

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  • 200 North Third St., Suite 600 Harrisburg, PA 17101 (717) 787-9555

    Tamaqua, PA
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    The document outlines the Center for Rural Pennsylvania's community visioning process, a systematic approach for rural communities to develop shared goals and action plans. It describes a multi-step process involving establishing a steering committee, conducting four community workshops, forming taskforces to address identified issues, and creating a unified vision statement based on community assets and priorities. The Center for Rural Pennsylvania, a legislative research agency established by Act 16 of 1987, provides grants and maintains databases to support rural research and development initiatives.

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  • Wilmington

    Wilmington, DE
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    The Town of Wilmington's Zoning Ordinance, effective September 20, 2022, establishes comprehensive regulations for land use and development within the municipality. The ordinance aims to guide growth according to the town plan, protect community character, ensure compatible land uses, prevent environmental pollution, and conserve natural resources while supporting orderly social and economic development. The document includes ten articles covering administrative procedures, zoning districts and permitted uses, historic design review and flood hazard overlays, development standards, signs, and telecommunications, along with appendices containing design guidelines and listings of historic properties.

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