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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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  • 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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  • 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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  • YORK TOWNSHIP ZONING ORDINANCE Ordinance 2012-13 Adopted 9/11/2012

    Sep 11, 2012

    ·York, PA
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    York Township adopted Zoning Ordinance 2012-13 on September 11, 2012, establishing comprehensive zoning regulations for land use and development within the township. The ordinance has been amended four times through 2023 and references multiple related documents including subdivision regulations, stormwater management, floodplain management, and comprehensive planning guides. The ordinance consists of 193 pages and covers jurisdictional authority, community development objectives, and zoning provisions governed by Pennsylvania's Municipalities Planning Code.

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  • BRISTOL TOWNSHIP ZONING ORDINANCE First Approved and Adopted November 8, 1955

    Nov 8, 1955

    ·Bristol, PA
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    The Bristol Township Zoning Ordinance, first adopted on November 8, 1955, and last revised on April 14, 2022, establishes zoning regulations for the unincorporated area of Bristol Township to promote public health, safety, and general welfare by regulating building location, size, height, land use, lot dimensions, and yard requirements. The ordinance divides the township into multiple zones and districts (including residential, business, industrial, apartment, planned residential community, and mobile home park categories) and provides methods for administration and enforcement through a zoning inspector, zoning commission, and board of appeals. The comprehensive document includes 42 sections covering topics such as prohibited uses, setback requirements, parking facilities, sign regulations, wind turbine standards, and telecommunication tower facilities, with appendices detailing zoning rates, variances, district use tables, and development standards.

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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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    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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  • 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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  • Board of Supervisors Meeting Information

    San Diego, CA
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    This document provides administrative information about San Diego County Board of Supervisors meetings, including their schedule (Tuesdays at 9 a.m. at the County Administration Center) and two-session format—a General Legislative Session on Tuesday and a Land Use Legislative Session on Wednesday. The document outlines accessibility accommodations available to the public, including alternative format agendas, assistive listening devices, sign language interpreters, and Spanish language translation services (with additional languages available upon request with 72 hours' notice). It also includes meeting conduct guidelines and contact information for the Clerk of the Board office for requests or inquiries.

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  • TOWNSHIP BULLETIN AND UNIFORM COMPLIANCE GUIDELINES

    Indianapolis, IN
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    This State Board of Accounts bulletin issued in August 2012 provides townships with a compliance calendar and uniform guidelines for budget preparation and financial management. Key deadlines include September 1 for submitting proposed 2013 budgets to county councils, September 13 and 20 for publishing the proposed tax levy and budget notices, October 1 for receiving county council recommendations, October 22 for holding public hearings, and November 1 as the final deadline for adopting 2013 budgets and tax rates. The bulletin also outlines monthly reconciliation requirements for local investment officers and various federal and state tax filing deadlines for township employers.

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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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  • City Clerk – City of Fresno

    Fresno, CA
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    The City of Fresno's Office of the City Clerk provides quality customer service and ensures transparency in the city's legislative processes through functions including elections administration, meeting information, and document access. The office requires lobbyists to register with the city by submitting a form with a $25 fee, with specific deadlines based on registration type: initial registration within 10 days of contracting, annual renewals by April 1, amendments within 10 days of changes, and terminations within 20 days of service cessation. The registration form requires detailed information about lobbyists and their clients, including names, business addresses, and employment dates.

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  • Legislative process | City of Lexington, Kentucky

    Lexington, KY
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    The Lexington-Fayette Urban County Council follows a multi-step legislative process to enact ordinances and resolutions. Items begin in one of four committees (Budget, Finance and Economic Development; Environmental Quality and Public Works; General Government and Planning; or Social Services and Public Safety), where they are researched, discussed, and voted on by committee members before being reported to the full council at a work session. After passing a work session vote, items proceed to first and second readings at council meetings, with public comment opportunities available throughout the process. Resolutions address temporary or diplomatic matters, while ordinances establish permanent rules and must be codified in the Code of Ordinances.

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  • 2026 Annual Council Meeting Schedule

    Bloomington, IN
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    The City of Bloomington Common Council established its 2026 legislative schedule, which includes two regular sessions per month on the first and third Wednesdays, supplemented by committee meetings, deliberation sessions, and special sessions held at City Hall in Suite 115 at 6:30 p.m. The schedule includes departmental budget hearings for the 2027 budget in mid-August and a special session on September 23, 2026 for introduction of 2027 budget legislation with a public hearing, followed by a special session on October 7, 2026 for adoption of the 2027 budget. The document outlines the council's legislative process, including ordinance review procedures requiring two readings and a two-thirds vote for passage, and notes that all meetings are accessible electronically via the council's website.

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

    State College, PA
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  • 1 CITY OF TUCSON BOARD, COMMITTEE, AND COMMISSION MEMBER HANDBOOK

    Tucson, AZ
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    This handbook from the City of Tucson's City Clerk's Office provides guidance and orientation for members of the city's boards, committees, and commissions. It covers the structure of Tucson municipal government, including the roles of the City Council, City Manager, City Attorney, and various city departments, along with key governing documents such as the City Charter and Tucson Code. The handbook addresses BCC membership basics, structure, function, and types of boards and commissions, serving as a resource document for volunteers and appointees to understand their roles and responsibilities within the local government framework.

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  • 2020 Domestic Violence Task Force Report

    Dallas, TX
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    The 2020 Dallas Domestic Violence Task Force, established in 1987 and chaired by Councilmember Jennifer Gates, was tasked by Mayor Eric Johnson in March 2020 with developing recommendations to achieve a 25% reduction in domestic violence aggravated assaults within three years. The Task Force addressed six priority areas through sub-committees: increasing shelter capacity, training police officers, integrating domestic violence education into public schools, removing transportation barriers for victims, decreasing severe injury and death risks, and improving services for multicultural and diverse populations. The report presents actionable recommendations across these sub-committees while accounting for challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic and ongoing calls for police and institutional reform to address racial equity.

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  • FISCAL PROFILE OFFICE OF THE NEW YORK STATE COMPTROLLER

    Syracuse, NY
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    This 2013 fiscal profile of Syracuse by the New York State Comptroller's office examines the city's structural financial challenges, including that nearly half its property is tax-exempt and 8 percent is tax-delinquent, severely limiting property tax revenue collection. The city faces significant socioeconomic pressures, with 25.6 percent of families living in poverty compared to the state average of 10.8 percent, while its population decline has slowed to 0.9 percent from 2000-2010. Additionally, Syracuse has accumulated $292 million in outstanding debt and exhausted 52.9 percent of its constitutional debt limit—substantially higher than the median city's 23 percent—contributing to chronic budget gaps despite State aid growing at 4.8 percent annually over the previous decade.

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  • Home | Public Notice Website

    Salt Lake City, UT
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