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  • 1 REGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL October 21, 2025 AGENDA 1. ROLL CALL 2.

    Oct 21, 2025

    ·Dearborn, MI
    Minutes

    On October 21, 2025, the Dearborn City Council held a regular meeting that included several resolutions recognizing October as Michigan Library Appreciation Month and Breast Cancer Awareness Month, as well as honoring The Pink Sisters nonprofit organization and community member Mary Petlichkoff. The consent agenda included multiple contract awards and authorizations, including $119,500 to Muck-Men for irrigation pond dredging at Dearborn Hills Golf Course, $449,500 to Fuse It Piping LLC for irrigation system repairs at the same facility, $412,576 to Stryker Sales for powered stair chairs for the Fire Department, and acceptance of a $475,000 FY2023 State and Local Cybersecurity Grant.

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  • city of norfolk - proposed budget f 2026

Norfolk, VA
Budget

This is the table of contents and introductory pages of the City of Norfolk's Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2026, a comprehensive 638-page document outlining the city's financial plan and budget allocation across all departments and funds. The budget document is organized by major functional areas including legislative, judicial, executive, general management, community development, parks and recreation, public health and safety, public works, and public school education, with sections covering revenue sources, expenditures, financial policies, and strategic goals. No specific budget figures, policy changes, or meeting decisions are presented in this excerpt, which consists only of organizational materials and the table of contents.

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  • Michigan's Freedom of Information Act

    Lansing, MI
    Other

    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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  • PROPOSED BUDGET

    Greenville, SC
    Budget

    The County of Greenville, South Carolina Proposed Budget Document covers fiscal years 2026 and 2027, providing a comprehensive overview of the county's financial plan across multiple fund types including General Fund, Special Revenue Funds, Internal Service Funds, Enterprise Funds, and Capital Projects Funds. The document includes detailed budget allocations for various departments spanning administrative services, public safety, public works, planning and development, judicial services, and other county operations. The budget document serves as a transparency tool outlining revenue sources, appropriations, departmental priorities, and the county's long-term financial and operational goals.

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  • CITY OF DEARBORN FY 2024-25 BUDGET

    Dearborn, MI
    Budget

    The City of Dearborn adopted a balanced budget for fiscal year 2024-25 (ending June 30, 2025) on June 11, 2024, under Mayor Abdullah H. Hammoud's administration. The 417-page budget document includes detailed sections on revenues, expenditures, capital projects, and staffing, along with statements from the Mayor emphasizing the collaborative effort between city departments and the City Council in achieving fiscal responsibility. The budget was developed through coordinated planning and departmental submissions to ensure balanced financial planning for the fiscal year.

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  • Client Challenge

    Carbondale, PA
    Other

    This document outlines the procedure for Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) requests to Carbondale Township, requiring all requests to be submitted in writing either by email to supervisor@carbondaletownship.org or by mail to the Township Supervisor at 217 East Main Street, Carbondale, IL 62901. Requesters must specify the types of documents and records sought, relevant dates or time periods when applicable, and provide complete contact information including name, mailing address, email, and phone number. The procedures ensure compliance with Illinois FOIA requirements for public access to Township documents and records.

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  • Township - Michigan

    Lansing, MI
    Other

    This is the December 2025 issue of Township Focus, the official publication of the Michigan Townships Association (MTA). The issue features articles on the fiduciary responsibilities of township boards, township recognition for election administration excellence, and a message from 2025 MTA President Kevin Beeson reflecting on the recent passing of former president Harold Koviak and his vision for continuing MTA's mission to serve Michigan townships. The publication serves as a resource for township officials across the state, highlighting governance practices and organizational updates.

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  • virginia-beach-FY25-Proposed-City-Operating-Budget. ...

    Virginia Beach, VA
    Budget

    Virginia Beach's proposed FY 2024-25 operating budget document outlines the city's planned expenditures and revenues across multiple fund categories, including general operations, special revenue funds, tax increment financing, enterprise/utility funds, and special service districts. The budget includes detailed revenue forecasting methodologies, departmental breakdowns for agencies such as Agriculture, the Virginia Aquarium, Budget and Management Services, and the City Attorney's office, along with a section identifying requested but unfunded items. The document serves as a comprehensive guide to the city's financial planning and resource allocation for the fiscal year, presented across 398 pages with sections on capital improvement programs and interfund transfers.

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  • City of Wilmington Annual Budget Dennis P. Williams, Mayor Fiscal Year 2017

    Wilmington, DE
    Minutes

    The City of Wilmington, Delaware approved its Fiscal Year 2017 budget under Mayor Dennis P. Williams, with the document approved by City Council on May 25, 2016. The city had previously received a Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from the Government Finance Officers Association for its FY 2015 budget and was resubmitting the current budget for award eligibility consideration. The budget document was prepared by the Office of Management and Budget and serves as a policy document, operations guide, financial plan, and communication device for city administration.

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  • Huntsvillempo

    Huntsville, AL
    Other

    The TRiP 2045 document is a Long Range Transportation Plan prepared collaboratively by the City of Huntsville Area Planning Division and the Huntsville Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO), with federal funding from the Federal Highway Administration. The plan was developed in fulfillment of federal transportation planning requirements under the FAST Act and involves coordination among federal, state, and local government agencies. The document includes leadership from the MPO's governing board and a Technical Coordinating Committee composed of representatives from various local and regional transportation, planning, and infrastructure agencies.

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  • Resources Available at the Records Center | Charleston, SC - Official Website

    Charleston, SC
    Other

    The Charleston, SC Records Center, located at 2 George Street, houses municipal records created by city departments and divisions documenting the city's organizational, social, political, and economic history. The facility maintains extensive collections including city council minutes dating to 1790, mayoral records from 1879 to present, ordinances from 1783 to 2023, departmental records spanning from the 1800s to recent decades, and general research files containing newspaper clippings and city documents. Researchers may view many records by appointment, though some requests require a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) submission; additionally, the city transferred some older collections to the Charleston County Public Library in 2002 to increase public access.

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  • FY23-Operating-Budget.pdf

    Virginia Beach, VA
    Budget

    This FY23 Operating Budget document outlines the jurisdiction's financial plan for the fiscal year, including expenditures, revenues, and interfund transfers across multiple fund types such as General Fund, Special Revenue Funds, Tax Increment Financing Funds, and Enterprise/Utility Funds. The document provides a national economic overview, revenue forecasting methodology, and departmental budget allocations, including sections for agriculture and the Virginia Aquarium. The budget includes a section identifying requests that were not funded during the budget allocation process.

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  • Lawful township expenditures

    Lansing, MI
    Other

    This February 2025 publication from the Michigan Townships Association addresses lawful township expenditures and serves as a guide for township officials. The document notes that approximately 25% (roughly 1,600) of Michigan's elected township officials are new to office as of the 90-day mark, and emphasizes the importance of budgeting as a tool to translate township resources into planned action. The MTA encourages new officials to seek mentorship from experienced board members and predecessors, and highlights available training resources and publications to support officials in their leadership roles.

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  • Greenville County, South Carolina Public Records Lookup | GreenvilleRecords.org

    Greenville, SC
    Other

    NULL This document is a general informational guide explaining what public records are available in Greenville County, South Carolina and the county's compliance with state freedom of information laws. It does not describe any specific meeting, budget discussion, policy decision, or government action, making it unsuitable for a summary of local government proceedings or decisions.

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  • Records Bureau | Dearborn Heights, MI

    Dearborn, MI
    Other

    The Records Bureau of the Dearborn Heights Police Department processes police reports, FOIA requests, background checks, fingerprints, and firearm registrations, staffed by one Lieutenant and two civilian employees. The bureau offers various services to the public including incident reports, traffic accident reports, background checks, and fingerprinting, with fees ranging from $6 to $60 depending on the service requested. Services are available both in-person at the Justice Center on Michigan Avenue and by mail, with specific procedures and fee structures outlined for each request type.

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  • Directors Meeting Agenda Monday, December 11th, 2023, 2:00 p.m.

    Lincoln, NE
    Agenda

    The document is a Directors Meeting agenda for December 11th, 2023, in Lincoln, Nebraska, covering approval of prior minutes, advisories from city leadership, and updates on commissions and committees, with the next meeting scheduled for January 8th, 2024. The agenda also includes a Planning Department memorandum documenting administrative approvals and a notice of a Planning Commission public hearing held on December 6th, 2023, regarding land development amendments in the South 56th Street and Trinitate Parkway area. The document lists both directorial and constituent correspondence items for review, including planning-related matters and community concerns.

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  • Records Management Division | Charleston, SC - Official Website

    Charleston, SC
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  • Lansing, MI - Official Website

    Lansing, MI
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  • How to request public records in Kansas and Missouri - Beacon: Kansas City

    Kansas City, MO
    Other

    This document is a guide explaining how residents of Kansas and Missouri can request public records from government agencies under state laws—the Missouri Sunshine Law and the Kansas Open Records Act. The guide provides practical instructions for filing requests, including identifying the appropriate records custodian, being specific about the records sought, and providing contact information, while clarifying that these state laws are separate from the federal Freedom of Information Act.

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  • Indiana Public Records | IndianaCourtRecords.us

    Indianapolis, IN
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  • Adopted by the Town Council Town of West Hartford, Connecticut ANNUAL BUDGET

    Hartford, CT
    Budget

    The Town of West Hartford adopted its Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget on April 22, 2025, totaling $367,732,066, representing a 5.8% increase ($20.2 million) from the prior year. The budget includes $137.5 million for municipal services (5.4% increase), $213.4 million for schools (6.2% increase), and $16.9 million for capital financing (4.0% increase), with no new positions added but adjustments made for contractual increases and minimum wage requirements. The adopted budget requires a 6.5% increase in property tax revenue and includes enhanced pension funding with the town increasing its annual pension contribution from 5% to 8% year-over-year growth.

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  • 2026 budget - proposal - Bloomington, Indiana - IN.gov

    Bloomington, IN
    Budget

    The City of Bloomington, Indiana's 2026 budget proposal, introduced by Mayor Kerry Thomson, outlines departmental budgets and priorities organized across four public hearing dates in August. The 388-page document covers major city departments including Public Works, Public Safety, Community Health, Housing, Economic Development, and Transportation, with appendices detailing fund, revenue, and expense information. The administration emphasizes core values of community co-creation, accountable leadership, government transparency, and efficient service delivery.

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  • OPERATING AND CAPITAL BUDGET FISCAL YEAR 2026

    Greenville, SC
    Budget

    This is the Fiscal Year 2026 Operating and Capital Budget document for Greenville County, South Carolina, a comprehensive 209-page budget document that outlines the county's revenues, expenditures, and financial policies across multiple fund types including General Fund, Special Revenue Funds, Debt Service Funds, Capital Projects Funds, Internal Service Funds, and Enterprise Funds. The document includes a County Administrator's budget message, strategic goals and initiatives, detailed departmental summaries covering administrative services, public works, public safety, planning and development, and judicial services, as well as financial policies and a long-range financial outlook. The budget is organized to provide transparency on resource allocation and performance measures across all county departments and services.

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  • PROPOSED BIENNIUM BUDGET

    Greenville, SC
    Budget

    This proposed biennium budget document covers Greenville County, South Carolina's fiscal years 2024 and 2025, presenting a comprehensive budget plan organized across multiple fund types including General Fund, Special Revenue Funds, and Proprietary Funds (Internal Service and Enterprise Funds). The document includes budget messages, ordinances for each fiscal year, detailed departmental breakdowns covering administrative services, public safety, judicial services, public works, and numerous other county functions, along with information on the county's organizational structure and budgetary processes. Specific budget figures and policy decisions are referenced but not detailed in this table of contents excerpt.

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  • City of Richmond, Virginia FY2027 Department Budget Submission Workbook

    Richmond, VA
    Budget

    The City of Richmond, Virginia FY2027 Department Budget Submission Workbook documents agency-level revenue and expenditure estimates submitted by city departments, boards, commissions, and the School Board prior to the January 15 deadline, in compliance with Ordinance 2025-100. The workbook presents preliminary departmental budget requests reflecting personnel, operating, and programmatic resource needs to support transparency in budget formulation and decision-making by city leadership. The document includes multiple disclaimers noting that FY2026 adopted budget figures reflect only those amounts as of July 1, 2025, FY2025 actuals remain unaudited, and personnel data, personnel requests, and operating expenditure estimates are subject to revision as recruitment activity, healthcare rates, benefit costs, and other factors are finalized throughout the budget development process.

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  • Records Requests | City of Norfolk, Virginia - Official Website

    Norfolk, VA
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  • Official Records Search

    Greenville, SC
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  • City of Greenville Adopted Budget FY 2023-24 ...

    Greenville, SC
    Budget

    The City of Greenville adopted its FY 2023-24 Operating Budget, a comprehensive 338-page document prepared by the Office of Management and Budget that serves as both a financial plan and policy guide for municipal operations. The budget document includes extensive fund summaries covering twenty major areas including the General Fund, utilities (wastewater, stormwater), transit, parks and recreation, and specialized programs such as community development and the Greenville Zoo, along with detailed departmental budgets. The city's budget presentation received recognition as a policy document, financial plan, operations guide, and communications device, with the FY 2022-23 budget having earned the Government Finance Officers Association's Distinguished Budget Presentation Award.

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