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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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  • CODE OF ORDINANCES of the BOROUGH OF AMBLER Montgomery County, Pennsylvania

    Ambler, PA
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    The Code of Ordinances of the Borough of Ambler, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, was adopted by Borough Council on August 15, 2005, and published by General Code Publishers Corp. The document contains 27 chapters of current ordinances organized by subject matter, along with an appendix of temporary ordinances, a key to disposition of all ordinances ever enacted, and an alphabetical index. The Borough, originally settled in 1832 and incorporated in 1888, is governed by elected officials including Mayor Bud Wahl and a nine-member Council, with appointed officials including Borough Manager Rocco Wack and Solicitor Joseph Bresnan.

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  • About - Bloomington Township Trustee - Indiana

    Bloomington, IN
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    The Bloomington Township Trustee office, led by Trustee Efrat Rosser (elected 2022), provides relief, support, and community connection services to township residents in need through collaboration with local organizations. The office's mission emphasizes enhancing quality of life, accessibility, compassion, responsible stewardship of public funds, and preserving township history. Rosser brings 25 years of Monroe County residency and extensive local government and nonprofit leadership experience, including prior roles with the City of Bloomington Utilities and United Way of Monroe County.

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  • City Clerk - City of Jersey City

    Jersey City, NJ
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    The Office of the City Clerk for Jersey City, headed by Sean J. Gallagher, serves as the Secretary to the Municipal Council, keeper of the City Seal, Chief Election Officer, and Records Manager. The office issues Vital Records, manages Open Public Record Act (OPRA) requests, registers landlords and lobbyists, and certifies local elections. Located at 280 Grove Street, Jersey City, NJ 07302, the office operates by appointment only during regular hours Monday–Friday 8:30 AM to 4:00 PM, with marriage and civil union license services available Monday–Friday 8:30 AM to 3:30 PM by appointment; the contact number is (201) 547-5150.

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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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  • Office of the City Clerk | Newark, NJ

    Newark, NJ
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    The Office of the City Clerk of Newark, New Jersey provides administrative support to the Municipal Council including budget and legislative research, maintains official city records, manages licensing requirements, and conducts municipal elections in compliance with state law and local ordinance. The office is headed by City Clerk Kecia Daniels and is located at 920 Mayor Kenneth A Gibson Boulevard, Room 306, with phone contact at 973-733-6574. Office hours are Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm. The office provides resources including Municipal Council agendas, voting information in English and Spanish, Open Public Records Act request processing, and a 2026 Municipal Council Meeting Calendar.

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  • Naperville Township Republican Org

    Naperville, IL
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    The Naperville Township Republican Organization is an active political action committee established in 1989 with headquarters at 1567 North Aurora Road in Naperville, Illinois, currently led by Chair Andrew Manno and Treasurer Nina Trivedi. The committee supports local Republican candidates across township offices including supervisor, trustee, clerk, assessor, and highway commissioner positions. Recent financial filings from 2025-2026 show quarterly reports and year-round contribution disclosures, with one amended filing clarifying a $10,000 investment deposit and associated interest accrual that had been incorrectly categorized in the initial submission.

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  • Michigan's overlapping property tax limitations and the ...

    Lansing, MI
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    This November 2021 issue of Township Focus, the official publication of the Michigan Townships Association, features an analysis of Michigan's overlapping property tax limitations and their unsustainable impact on local governments and taxpayers, noting that Michigan has some of the strictest property tax limits in the country. The publication also covers Canton Charter Township's national recognition for election innovations developed during the pandemic and reports on the Michigan Townships Association's return to in-person learning at the UP North Summit, which drew over 100 township officials and legislators in September.

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  • Fayette County Clerk in Lexington, Kentucky | LocalOffices.org

    Lexington, KY
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    The Fayette County Clerk, located at 162 East Main Street, Lexington, KY 40507, serves as the official keeper of public records for Fayette County and can be reached at (859) 255-8683. The office manages vital records (birth, death, and marriage certificates), property deeds and liens, marriage licenses, voter registration and election information, and local business filings. Visitors should bring a valid government-issued photo ID and any supporting documents relevant to their request. The Clerk's duties are established under Kentucky state statutes, local ordinances and charters, and applicable regulations.

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  • Township Clerk | Richmond Township Illinois 60071

    Richmond, VA
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    This webpage describes the Richmond Township Clerk's office in Illinois, which serves as the official record keeper for the Township and clerk for the Board of Trustees. Key responsibilities include maintaining Board meeting records and voting procedures, serving as the local Election Authority, publishing legal notices, and overseeing bid processes. The page provides links to meeting agendas, minutes, and financial documents, with a complete schedule of Township Board meetings listed for 2025 and 2026, including a regular annual town meeting held each April.

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  • Ewing New Jersey - Municipal Clerk

    Jersey City, NJ
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    The Ewing Township Municipal Clerk's office maintains official records for local ordinances, resolutions, and public proceedings, and serves as Chief Administrative Officer of elections and Chief Registrar of Voters. The Clerk is responsible for preparing Council meeting agendas, administering oaths, and maintaining official records of all meetings, minutes, ordinances, and resolutions. Combined Council Agenda Sessions and Regular meetings are scheduled for May 12, May 26, June 9, June 23, and July 14, 2026, all at 6:30 p.m. The Clerk's office also administers rent control for residential multiple-family dwellings with 20 or more units under §14-37 of the Ewing Township Code, permitting annual CPI-based rent increases of 6.08% for 2023, 5.50% for 2024, and 2.87% for both 2025 and 2026. Additional Clerk functions include custody of public records, issuance of licenses and permits, and provision of passport application services.

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  • Board of Supervisors - Lancaster Township

    Lancaster, PA
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    Lancaster Township Board of Supervisors holds monthly meetings on the second Monday of each month (except January) at 6:00 pm at the township office. The board consists of three elected officials serving six-year terms: Chair Steven P. Elliott (term ending 12/31/2029), Vice-Chair Benjamin H. Bamford (term ending 12/31/2027), and Treasurer Iber Guerrero Lopez (term ending 12/31/2031), with William M. Laudien serving as Township Manager and Board Secretary. Members of the public can contact supervisors by emailing them directly, calling the township office at (717) 291-1213, emailing the township manager, or mailing a letter to the office.

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  • City Recorder | South Salt Lake, UT

    Salt Lake City, UT
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    The City Recorder's Office of South Salt Lake maintains and preserves official city records, attends all City Council, Redevelopment Agency, and Civilian Review Board meetings to record proceedings, and maintains archives of city government contracts. The office processes Government Records Access and Management Act (GRAMA) requests from citizens, coordinates municipal elections with the Salt Lake County Elections Office, and accepts declarations of candidacy for mayoral and city council positions. The Recorder's Office also processes special event permits, requiring applicants to submit requests at least 14 days prior to the event and 10 days before advertising begins, with approval or disapproval notification within seven calendar days. Additionally, the office ensures city compliance with state and local procurement rules and posts larger construction projects on the Utah Public Procurement Place.

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  • Borough Government

    Carlisle, PA
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    The Borough of Carlisle operates under a Home Rule Charter with a Council-Manager form of government, allowing the municipality greater autonomy in crafting local ordinances and policies. The Borough is governed by seven elected Council members serving staggered four-year terms, along with an elected Mayor, who set policy and approve budgets, while an appointed Borough Manager handles day-to-day operations and department supervision. The Borough holds two public meetings monthly—a workshop meeting and a regular Council meeting—and encourages citizen participation through board and commission volunteer opportunities.

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  • Municipalities and Cities - Pinellas County

    St. Petersburg, FL
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    Pinellas County contains 24 incorporated municipalities governed by elected officials through nonpartisan elections with staggered terms to ensure governing consistency. The document provides an overview of municipal governance structures, noting that city commissions typically consist of commissioners and a mayor, and that unincorporated areas receive county services while some services are also provided by the County to municipal residents. It includes a complete list of all 24 cities in Pinellas County and identifies two inter-municipal partnerships: the Barrier Islands Government Council representing beach municipalities and the Mayor's Council, an independent group of all county mayors currently led by South Pasadena Mayor Arthur Penny.

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  • Recorder’s Office | City Attorney's Office

    Salt Lake City, UT
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    The City Recorder's Office maintains Salt Lake City's official records, including City Council and Redevelopment Agency proceedings, ordinances, resolutions, the Municipal Code, and administers municipal elections and public records requests. Located in City Hall Suite 415, the office provides services including accepting Notices of Claims via mail to P.O. Box 145515, Salt Lake City, UT 84114-5515 or email to slcrecorder@slc.gov and slcattorney@slc.gov, with timeliness determined by postmark date. Service of Subpoenas, Summons, or Complaints on Salt Lake City Corporation requires an in-person visit or appointment scheduled through the online booking system or by calling 801-535-7671 during regular business hours. Ballot Propositions for local initiatives or referendums are filed at the office during business hours 8:30 am – 5:00 pm Monday through Friday.

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  • Office of the City Clerk | Newark, NJ

    Newark, NJ
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    The Office of the City Clerk in Newark, New Jersey provides administrative support to the Municipal Council, including budget and legislative research, maintenance and access of official city records, and licensing functions, as mandated by New Jersey State law and local ordinance. The office conducts municipal elections and handles ministerial and statutory requirements for primary and general elections. Led by City Clerk Kecia Daniels (973-733-6574), the office is located at 920 Mayor Kenneth A Gibson Boulevard, Room 306, and operates Monday through Friday from 8:30 am to 4:30 pm.

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  • For more information visit www.doylestownpa.org WELCOME TO DOYLESTOWN TOWNSHIP

    Doylestown, PA
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    This is a new resident information packet for Doylestown Township, Pennsylvania, providing welcome information and practical guidance for residents. The document includes a table of contents covering essential topics such as contact information for township offices, elected officials, trash and recycling services, property tax procedures, water authority details, voter registration, and parks and recreation resources. The packet serves as a comprehensive guide to help new residents understand local government services, requirements, and community resources in Doylestown Township.

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  • Clerk – Bangor Township – Bay County, MI

    Bangor, PA
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    Bangor Township Clerk Dawn Bublitz, elected in November 2024 with a term expiring November 2028, leads an office responsible for conducting elections, maintaining voter registration records, processing payroll and accounts payable, administering benefits, and preserving corporate records including Board minutes and ordinances. The Clerk's Office mailed over 3,000 absentee ballots on December 30, 2025, for a Special Primary Election scheduled for February 3, 2026, requiring voters to sign ballot envelopes and return them to the Bangor Township drop box at the Administration Building. The 2026 election calendar includes a Special General Election on May 5, Primary Election with early voting July 25–August 2 and Election Day August 4, and General Election with early voting October 24–November 1 and Election Day November 3.

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  • 2021 1 CHAPTER 2 THE TOWNSHIP TRUSTEE INTRODUCTION

    Indianapolis, IN
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    This document is Chapter 2 of the 2021 Accounting and Uniform Compliance Guidelines Manual for Townships, which outlines the roles and procedures for township trustees. It covers trustee elections held every four years with four-year terms beginning January 1, the process for designating a person to perform trustee duties during absences or incapacity, and the legal procedures for removing a trustee found incapable of performing duties through a circuit court petition filed by 25 or more resident freeholders. The document specifies that an acting trustee appointed by county commissioners during incapacity has full trustee powers and is entitled to trustee salary and benefits.

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