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  • Ga

    Atlanta, GA
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    This memorandum from the Georgia Employees' Retirement System Executive Director announces the Annual Meetings of multiple retirement and assurance boards scheduled for Thursday, April 17, 2025, beginning with an Investment Committee meeting at 8:30 A.M. followed by sequential board meetings for the Employees' Retirement System (10:00 A.M.), Georgia Judicial Retirement System (11:00 A.M.), Public School Employees Retirement System (11:15 A.M.), and State Employees' Assurance Department (11:30 A.M.). The meetings will be held at Two Northside 75 in Atlanta with public participation available via conference call using provided toll-free numbers and access codes.

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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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  • COMPREHENSIVE ANNUAL PERFORMANCE AND EVALUATION REPORT

    Hazleton, PA
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    The City of Hazleton's Comprehensive Annual Performance and Evaluation Report for Fiscal Year 2022 documents the city's progress implementing its Five-Year Consolidated Plan (2020-2024) under the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program and CDBG-COVID funding. The report, submitted to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, covers performance periods from January 1 through December 31, 2022, and includes sections on goals and outcomes, affordable housing, homelessness services, racial and ethnic composition of assisted families, and monitoring activities. The document represents the third annual progress report under the current five-year strategic plan and includes status updates on CARES Act CDBG-CV funds.

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  • Bloomington Open Government Roadmap

    Bloomington, IN
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    The Bloomington Open Government Roadmap, prepared in January 2024, identifies civic engagement challenges facing the city despite high resident favorability ratings and strong community pride. Key findings reveal low voter turnout (14% in recent mayoral elections versus 23% state average), limited public meeting attendance, and underutilized digital engagement channels, with social media followers remaining modest (14,000 on X, 13,000 on Facebook, 2,900 on Instagram) despite reaching 48,000 people annually. The report, based on research and community listening sessions, proposes building formal and informal channels for meaningful community input as a priority for the new mayoral administration to rebuild open and inclusive government.

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  • ARPA Memo to Council – July 2025 with all appendices

    Scranton, PA
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    The August 13, 2025 memo from Scranton's ARPA Director Eileen Cipriani to City Council provides a comprehensive timeline of American Rescue Plan Act implementation from Q2 2022 through Q3 2023, documenting the city's receipt of $34,373,025 in second-tranche federal funds and the launch of multiple grant programs for nonprofits, small businesses, affordable childcare, education, homeownership, and wellness initiatives. Notable milestones include the announcement of grant recipients across multiple rounds, federal reporting deadlines met, public engagement events including visits from U.S. Senator Bob Casey, and the completion of community projects such as playground transformations at Kennedy Elementary and soft openings at Novembrino and Connors Parks. The memo demonstrates the city's structured rollout of ARPA funding through an established Office of Community Development framework that included creating an interactive public dashboard and establishing various application periods for targeted economic recovery and community investment programs.

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  • BREAKING DOWN THE BUDGET

    Worcester, MA
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    Worcester's FY2025 budget of approximately $893 million took effect July 1, 2024, representing a 3.0% increase from the prior fiscal year's $867 million. The budget, titled "Empowering Progress: Investing in Equity, Talent, and Culture," allocates 60% to education ($533 million), 22% to city services ($195 million), and 18% to fixed costs ($165 million), with education spending increasing 5.3% and city services up 4.4% from FY24. Revenue sources include local property taxes (using dual rates of $13.75 per $1,000 for residential and $30.04 per $1,000 for commercial/industrial properties), state and federal aid, and Payment in Lieu of Taxes agreements expected to generate approximately $1.7 million.

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  • July 2024 Township Focus

    Lansing, MI
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    This July 2024 publication from the Michigan Townships Association features an editorial discussing the role of township government in local democracy, with MTA Executive Director Neil Sheridan and President Connie Cargill reflecting on what unites Michigan's 1,240 townships—primarily their residents and officials working to improve community quality of life, public safety, and economic opportunities. The issue includes articles on topics such as board engagement and effective meetings, July and December boards of review procedures, new state rules expanding overtime pay and banning noncompete agreements, and bridging the digital divide in Michigan communities. The publication serves as an official resource for township officials and includes information about MTA training programs for newly elected officials.

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  • CABR 2026

    Chattanooga, TN
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    The City of Chattanooga's Comprehensive Annual Budget Report for fiscal year ending June 30, 2026 outlines the city's financial priorities and capital projects, including an $18 million municipal commitment toward a $35 million restoration project for the historic Walnut Street Bridge, with restoration work scheduled for completion by fall 2026. The document serves as the official budget and financial planning document for the city, prepared by the Department of Finance and Administration and containing strategic goals, city overview information, and administrative details.

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

    Scranton, PA
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    The Township of Langley's 2024 Annual Report covers fiscal performance for the year ending December 31, 2024, published in June 2025. Key highlights include the identification of an additional $3.5 million in annual savings through budget efficiencies, maintaining the lowest property tax rates in Metro Vancouver while continuing infrastructure investments in roads, parks, and public facilities. The township expanded public safety services by adding firefighters and RCMP officers, achieved a 3 percent decline in the Crime Severity Index for the fourth consecutive year, and made progress on major capital projects including the 208 Street corridor improvements.

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  • COMPREHENSIVE PLAN

    Norristown, PA
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    The East Norriton Township Comprehensive Plan, adopted by the Board of Supervisors on February 26, 2019 and prepared by T&M Associates, serves as a long-range planning document for the township. The plan includes a community profile section covering demographics, housing stock, employment characteristics, land use patterns, and regional context, and was developed through a collaborative process involving the Board of Supervisors, Planning Commission, and a dedicated Comprehensive Plan Committee. The document establishes goals and objectives to guide future development and decision-making for the township.

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  • City of Columbus 2023 ANNUAL REPORT Andrea Blevins, City Clerk Columbus, Ohio 1

    Columbus, OH
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    The City of Columbus 2023 Annual Report is a comprehensive document covering departmental activities and accomplishments across all city agencies for the year 2023, with Andrea Blevins serving as City Clerk. The report includes sections on 21 different city departments and offices, ranging from the City Attorney and Finance to Public Health, Recreation and Parks, and Education. Key highlights include the City Attorney's Office handling over 10,000 criminal prosecutions, launching a diversion program that helped 63 offenders, shutting down 17 problem properties, and increasing enforcement against domestic violence, drunk driving, and street racing.

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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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  • 2024 Annual Report

    Bloomington, IN
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    The 2024 Annual Report from the City of Bloomington Commission on Aging outlines the commission's mission to make Bloomington a place where all individuals can age well regardless of disability status, socioeconomic status, race, gender, or health literacy. Led by Chair Dayna Thompson, the commission serves as a catalyst for improving public awareness of seniors and aging issues by collaborating with community members and organizations to address concerns in health and wellness, housing, transportation, employment, social services, and recreation. The report includes organizational details, commission membership appointed by the Mayor and Common Council, and a call for community members to participate in public meetings and share their priorities for aging in Bloomington.

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  • CDBG Report"

    Hazleton, PA
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    The City of Hazleton, Pennsylvania submitted its Comprehensive Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) for fiscal year 2024, covering Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) expenditures from January 1 through December 31, 2024. This report represents the fourth and final year of the city's Five-Year Consolidated Plan (2020-2024) and includes status updates on CDBG-CV funds received through the CARES Act in 2020. The CAPER fulfills HUD requirements for grantees to publicly report progress on their strategic planning and annual action plans, with sections covering goals and outcomes, affordable housing, homeless services, racial and ethnic composition of assisted families, and Section 3 compliance.

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  • 2024 YEAR IN REVIEW CITY OF DEARBORN MAYOR ABDULLAH H. HAMMOUD

    Dearborn, MI
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    This 2024 annual report from the City of Dearborn, covering the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024, highlights Mayor Abdullah H. Hammoud's administration's accomplishments in modernizing city operations, including a new city website, implementation of public health protections against air pollution, improved road safety, and revitalization of commercial districts. The report emphasizes expansion of parks and recreation amenities, enhanced public transparency through performance dashboards, improved multilingual communication services, and technology-driven city service improvements, all maintained within a balanced budget. The document covers departmental activities across assessing, communications, economic development, finance, fire, library, police, public works, and other city services.

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  • ARPA Memo to Council | July 2023

    Scranton, PA
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    The July 2023 memo from Scranton's Office of Community Development provides a comprehensive timeline of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) implementation from Q2 2022 through July 2023. The city received a second tranche of federal ARPA funds totaling $34,373,025 in August 2022 and launched multiple grant programs for nonprofits, small businesses, wellness initiatives, affordable childcare, education, and homebuyer assistance, with recipients announced across various rounds through mid-2023. Notable activities included an interactive ARPA data dashboard launch in January 2023, a U.S. Senator visit to highlight grant recipients in May 2023, and various infrastructure and community projects such as playground renovations and downtown connectivity studies.

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  • Economic Development Plan

    Lebanon, PA
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    The Economic Development Plan for Lebanon County outlines a comprehensive strategy focused on promoting business expansion, workforce development, economic investment, and organizational cooperation. The plan emphasizes leveraging regional cooperation and cost-effective initiatives while strategically targeting specific industries, recognizing the county's limited resources. The document presents findings on employment trends, economic strengths and weaknesses, potential target industries, and a detailed action plan designed to address identified opportunities and threats.

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  • ARPA Evaluation | December 2023

    Scranton, PA
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  • ARPA Memo to Council – November 2025 with appendices

    Scranton, PA
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    This October 27, 2025 memo from Scranton's ARPA Director provides a comprehensive timeline of American Rescue Plan Act fund deployment from Q2 2022 through Q3 2023, documenting the city's spending and grant distribution activities. The timeline tracks major milestones including the approval of the spending plan, hiring of ARPA staff, opening of grant applications across multiple categories (nonprofit recovery, small business recovery and expansion, affordable childcare, home rehabilitation, and wage boost programs), and announcement of grant recipients. Notable funding included a second tranche of $34,373,025 received in Q3 2022, and the city also launched an interactive ARPA summary dashboard and completed projects including playground transformations and downtown connectivity studies.

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  • Annual Report To Prepare Students for Lifelong Success

    State College, PA
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    The State College Area School District's 2020-2021 annual report outlines the district's mission to prepare students for lifelong success through excellence in education, serving approximately 6,800 students across eight elementary schools, two middle schools, a high school, and an alternative program. The district emphasizes four core pillars: Culture of Trust, Relationships and Collaboration; Responsive Teaching and Learning; High Expectations for All; and a Welcoming, Safe and Inclusive Climate for Learning and Work. Key highlights include the district's recognition for STEM programs, diverse course offerings including AP and International Baccalaureate classes, consistent Best Communities for Music Education Awards over the past decade, and strong student achievements such as U.S. Presidential Scholars and National Merit Scholarship finalists.

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    Kansas City, MO
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  • Historic Women of the Civil Rights Movement Learn more about the unsung heroes of the Civil Rights Movement. These Black women fought for justice as organizers, educators, judges, writers, musicians, and business owners. This presentation was created for the 2026 Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Birthday Celebration Event.

    Bloomington, IN
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  • Consolidated Plan

    Bloomington, IN
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    This is a Draft Consolidated Plan and 2025 Annual Action Plan for the City of Bloomington covering the 2025-2029 period. The document outlines the city's strategy for addressing housing needs, homelessness, community development, and anti-poverty initiatives through analysis of needs assessment, housing market conditions, and anticipated resources. The plan includes sections on geographic priorities, goals, expected federal funding, projects, affordable housing programs, and monitoring mechanisms required under federal regulations (24 CFR).

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  • The Dallas Preliminary Resilience Assessment

    Dallas, TX
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