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  • Minutes for Regular Meeting #2677 APPROVED on February 4, 2026

    Feb 4, 2026

    ·San Jose, CA
    Minutes

    The Santa Clara County Board of Education held Regular Meeting #2677 on January 21, 2026, with Vice President Speiser presiding in the absence of President Chon. The meeting included special recognitions, including Paula Leggett as the Employee of the Month and the appointment of Axel Andino as the 2025–2026 Student Board Member. The board also heard updates from the new Student Board Member regarding activities at Osborne School, including art projects and author visits.

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COUNCIL WORK SESSION - February 3, 2026

Feb 3, 2026

·Ambler, PA
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The Ambler Borough Council held a reorganization meeting on January 5, 2026, at which Liz Iovine was elected President (9-0), Lou Orehek was elected Vice President (5-4), and Karen Sheedy was elected President Pro Tem (9-0). The Council approved a 2026 meeting schedule with committee meetings on the first Tuesday of each month and business meetings on the third Tuesday at 7:00 p.m., and appointed key borough positions including Borough Manager Kyle Detweiler, Treasurer Marita Bondi, Finance Director James Gambles, and various professional service providers. A subsequent work session was scheduled for February 3, 2026, to address committee reports and a public service announcement regarding snow plowing and removal.

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  • City Council Meeting Minutes January 12, 2026 Approved February 9, 2026

    Jan 12, 2026

    ·Coatesville, PA
    Minutes

    The City of Coatesville held a regular council meeting on January 12, 2026, during which President Lavender-Norris introduced the city's new solicitor, Joseph Clement. The council conducted a public hearing on a proposed zoning ordinance amendment that had undergone review by both the Chester County Planning Commission and the city's Planning Commission, with proper publication notices issued in December 2025 and January 2026 in compliance with Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code requirements. The ordinance amendment, which originated from concerns regarding convenience stores and other zoning matters identified by the city's Planning Commission, was presented for potential adoption following the public comment period.

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  • November 18, 2025 Meeting Minutes

    Nov 18, 2025

    ·Hazleton, PA
    Minutes

    The Hazleton Government Study Commission met on November 18, 2025, to discuss the potential adoption of a Home Rule Charter as an alternative to the city's current form of government. Key speakers included Mayor Panto of Easton (who recommended Home Rule for its revenue flexibility) and City Council President Jim Perry, who emphasized that Home Rule could provide alternative revenue sources like earned income tax to address Hazleton's ongoing challenges in funding essential services. Multiple commissioners expressed support for pursuing a Home Rule Charter, citing the need for revenue options beyond property tax increases.

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  • 1.B. November 18, 2025, Regular Meeting Draft Official Minutes

    Nov 18, 2025

    ·Oklahoma City, OK
    Minutes

    On November 18, 2025, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board held a regular meeting in Oklahoma City with seven of eight board members present. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Tom Gorman at 9:32 a.m. and conducted in accordance with Oklahoma Open Meeting Law, with the agenda posted on November 14, 2025. The draft minutes are scheduled for consideration at the January 20, 2026 Board Meeting and cover standard agenda sections including financial assistance, summary disposition, items of interest, and special consideration items.

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  • 1 REGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DEARBORN November 18, 2025

    Nov 18, 2025

    ·Dearborn, MI
    Minutes

    On November 18, 2025, the Dearborn City Council held a regular meeting with all seven councilmembers present, during which they unanimously adopted four resolutions recognizing community contributions and mourning a passing: Council Citations for teacher Sandi Smith (52-year career), community member Mustapha Hawily, and Dr. Mohammad Ibrahim (for saving a resident's life), and condolences for the death of James R. Stokes. The Council also approved all items on the Consent Agenda and began consideration of a petition by Mourad Ahmed to vacate an 18-foot public alley adjacent to his property on Colson Avenue.

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  • 1 REGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL November 18, 2025 AGENDA 1. ROLL CALL 2.

    Nov 18, 2025

    ·Dearborn, MI
    Minutes

    The Dearborn City Council held a regular meeting on November 18, 2025, during which it unanimously passed several resolutions recognizing community members and city employees for their contributions and service. The council approved a consent agenda that included multiple expenditures and grants, including a $25,000 Michigan Economic Development Corporation grant for the WDDDA, a $44,998 contract for security camera installation at parking decks, a $40,938 contract for an audio-visual system at the Department of Public Works, and a $150,000 purchase of emergency supply kit items. The agenda also included routine matters such as roll call, invocation, and public comment, along with a resolution to vacate a public alley for property owner Mourad Ahmed.

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  • November 3, 2025 OAKLAND YOUTH COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES

    Nov 3, 2025

    ·Oakland, CA
    Minutes

    On November 3, 2025, the Oakland Youth Commission held a meeting with 14 commissioners present to approve minutes and adopt elected executive committee members. The commission heard presentations from At-Large Council Member Rowena Brown, who discussed her work on the budget process and efforts to create an AI Hub in Oakland, and from Adriana Villegas of the Oakland Unified School District All City Council. The swearing-in ceremony with the Mayor was postponed to the next meeting scheduled for November 17, 2025.

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  • City Council Meeting Minutes October 27, 2025 Approved November 10, 2025

    Oct 27, 2025

    ·Coatesville, PA
    Minutes

    On October 27, 2025, the Coatesville City Council held a regular meeting where they approved the October 13 meeting minutes and accounts payables by unanimous vote. John Sly from ALS/Westwood EMS presented year-to-date emergency response data, reporting 1,261 total responses with 111 responses in September, including 114 medical incidents, six falls, four vehicle accidents, four overdoses, and four cardiac arrests; he also announced that outgoing EMS Chief Kennedy is transitioning to local government after 15 years of service and will be replaced by Chief Barnes.

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  • METROPOLITAN PLANNING COMMISSION DRAFT MINUTES October 23, 2025

    Oct 23, 2025

    ·Nashville, TN
    Minutes

    The Metropolitan Planning Commission held a regular meeting on October 23, 2025, at 4:00 pm in Nashville with nine of ten commissioners present, including Chair Greg Adkins and Vice-Chair Jessica Farr. The Commission guides growth and development in Nashville and Davidson County with a focus on sustainable community development, neighborhood preservation, and infrastructure efficiency. The document establishes procedural information about the Commission's operations, meeting schedule, decision-making authority on planning applications, and public participation options, including live streaming and online access to agendas and staff reports.

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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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  • October 7, 2025 Meeting Minutes

    Oct 7, 2025

    ·Hazleton, PA
    Minutes

    The City of Hazleton Government Study Commission met on October 7, 2025, to advance its nine-month evaluation of the city's current government structure. Pennsylvania Economy League representatives presented information on the Commission's responsibilities and the Home Rule Charter process, explaining that the Commission must ultimately recommend either retaining the current government form or drafting a Home Rule Charter for voter approval, with potential for extended implementation timelines. The Commission is conducting ongoing interviews with current and former municipal leaders and has begun subcommittee discussions with representatives from other Pennsylvania municipalities that have adopted Home Rule, including Lancaster and Williamsport, to examine how charter changes have affected revenue generation and municipal governance.

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  • 1 REGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL September 23, 2025 AGENDA 1. ROLL CALL 2.

    Sep 23, 2025

    ·Dearborn, MI
    Minutes

    This September 23, 2025 council meeting agenda includes ceremonial resolutions honoring Pastor Colleen Nieman's retirement, recognizing Ali Mroueh's service, and offering condolences to the family of Sarah Ahmad Mochawrab. The consent agenda authorizes several contracts and expenditures totaling over $572,000, including concrete repair at the Ford Community & Performing Arts Center ($214,602), holiday lighting installation ($60,000), asphalt resurfacing for city parking lots ($200,000), electrical work at Peace Park West ($63,150), and a new Senior Attorney Administrative position in the Law Department with an approximate annual cost of $135,000.

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  • WORCESTER TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORS BUSINESS MEETING MINUTES

    Aug 20, 2025

    ·Worcester, MA
    Minutes

    At its June 18, 2025 business meeting, the Worcester Township Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the consent agenda including May 2025 financial reports and a bill payment of $314,883.00, and authorized advertisement of two zoning ordinance amendments addressing accessory structures and childcare centers in commercial districts. The board awarded the 2025 road program bid to Heidelberg Materials Northeast LLC for $1,029,395.60 and approved the Westrum preliminary land development plan for a 45-townhome age-targeted housing project on Trooper and Germantown Pike in a 2-1 vote, with Supervisor Betz opposing due to concerns about zoning precedent and resident impact. The board also unanimously approved the Windy Hill preliminary/final subdivision plan for two residential lots and authorized DEP planning module authorization for the same project.

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  • Hazleton City Council Meeting Minutes August 12, 2025 Page 1 MINUTES

    Aug 12, 2025

    ·Hazleton, PA
    Minutes

    On August 12, 2025, Hazleton City Council held a regular meeting where several ordinances and resolutions were discussed, including Ordinance 2025-6 authorizing the issuance of general obligation bonds not to exceed $15,000,000, with approximately $10,000,000 earmarked for city road paving projects. An executive session was held prior to the meeting regarding personnel and litigation issues, and a resolution authorizing enhanced security measures for the mayor and employees was added to the agenda. The council also discussed ordinances related to tree regulations and eminent domain proceedings at 630 Hanover Court, with public comment raising questions about project costs, arborist qualifications, and transparency procedures for the city's borrowing and debt management.

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  • 1 REGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DEARBORN August 12, 2025

    Aug 12, 2025

    ·Dearborn, MI
    Minutes

    The Dearborn City Council held a regular meeting on August 12, 2025, with all seven council members present. The council unanimously adopted several resolutions honoring community members and organizations, including recognizing Hadi Mazraani as a state wrestling champion, acknowledging charitable contributions from local businesses, celebrating a resident's 80th birthday, and honoring the community work of Leaders Advancing and Helping Communities (LAHC). The council also extended public comment from 7:24 P.M. to 8:30 P.M. and approved all items on the Consent Agenda.

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  • Minutes from the August 12, 2025 Regular Meeting

    Aug 12, 2025

    ·Hazleton, PA
    Minutes

    On August 12, 2025, Hazleton City Council held a regular meeting where members discussed several ordinances and resolutions, including a proposed $15 million general obligation bond for city road paving projects (with $10 million earmarked for roads) and an ordinance regarding enhanced security measures for city officials and employees authorized under the Sunshine Act. The council also addressed an ordinance amending tree regulations and proceedings for eminent domain action at 630 Hanover Court, while citizens raised questions about arborist qualifications, final project costs, and transparency procedures related to the city's borrowing and debt restructuring plans.

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  • City Council Meeting Minutes June 9, 2025 Approved June 23, 2025 1 Minutes 1

    Jun 9, 2025

    ·Coatesville, PA
    Minutes

    On June 9, 2025, the Coatesville City Council held a regular meeting where they approved the May 27 meeting minutes and accounts payables by unanimous vote (6-0). Dr. Lisa Doan-Harley, chair of the Historical Commission, presented information about the Town Talks and Village Walks program—a Chester County initiative in its 31st year—announcing that Coatesville's first tour would take place on June 26, 2025, featuring the city's historic district with emphasis on Main Street, Lincoln Highway, and Art Deco architecture dating from the interwar period (1925-1941).

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  • Tulsa Metropolitan Area Planning Commission Wednesday, June 4, 2025

    Jun 4, 2025

    ·Tulsa, OK
    Minutes

    The Tulsa Metropolitan Area Planning Commission held its 2938th meeting on June 4, 2025, with ten members present. The Commission approved minutes from the previous meeting and moved a PUD-182-8 minor amendment to its consent agenda, which would reduce required side setbacks from 5 feet to 0 feet to allow the conversion of an existing duplex into a townhouse through lot splitting at the northwest corner of East 75th Street and South Atlanta Avenue in City Council District 2. The applicant will be required to provide building plans certifying adequate fire protection between the two dwelling units prior to completing the lot split.

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  • Final Action Minutes Regular Meeting Monday, May 19, 2025 CALL TO ORDER

    May 19, 2025

    ·Atlanta, GA
    Minutes

    On May 19, 2025, the Atlanta City Council held a regular meeting with 14 of 15 members present, during which the agenda was unanimously adopted and the council presented five proclamations recognizing notable individuals and organizations, including actor and humanitarian Bill Duke, the Atlanta Department of Public Works, Prince Hall Freemasonry's 250th anniversary, contemporary artist Freddie Styles, and Michael Smith for 50 years of service with a city department. The document shows the meeting was called to order at 1:06 p.m. by Council President Doug Shipman, with Councilmember Mary Norwood absent and two members temporarily away.

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  • Des Moines City Council Agenda for 5/19/2025 Regular Meeting

    May 19, 2025

    ·Des Moines, IA
    Minutes

    The Des Moines City Council held a regular meeting on May 19, 2025, beginning with a closed session to discuss litigation strategy and followed by a proclamation recognizing National Public Works Week. The consent agenda included approval of numerous alcoholic beverage licenses and permits, including four new Class C liquor licenses for establishments such as Blue Ribbon Bar, JRS Southpork Ranch, Locals Bar & Stage, and Palms DSM, along with renewals for approximately 23 existing venues and special event licenses for Capital City Pride festival events scheduled for June 6-8, 2025.

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  • Combined Agenda/Regular Meeting May 7, 2025 Minutes Page 1

    May 7, 2025

    ·Moore Township, XX
    Minutes

    The Monroe Township Council held a combined agenda and regular meeting on May 7, 2025, which included procedural items such as roll call and the reading of the Sunshine Law notice of adequate public notification. The meeting featured multiple proclamations recognizing observances including Military Appreciation Month, National Police Week, and Emergency Medical Services Week, along with presentations honoring a middle school student for a heroic act and students from various schools who exemplified character pillars through the Human Relations Commission Annual Ceremony awards.

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  • Tulsa Metropolitan Area Planning Commission Wednesday, February 5, 2025

    Feb 5, 2025

    ·Tulsa, OK
    Minutes

    The Tulsa Metropolitan Area Planning Commission held its meeting No. 2930 on February 5, 2025, with nine members present. The commission approved minutes from the previous meeting and considered a minor PUD amendment (PUD-530-3) for a property at East 19th Street South and South Lewis Avenue to increase allowable signage from one to two identification signs and raise the maximum freestanding sign height from 10 feet to 28 feet to accommodate a YWCA sign on an existing clock tower structure. The proposed amendment would align the development standards more closely with underlying OL zoning requirements and requires additional approval from the Tulsa Preservation Commission due to the site's location within a historic preservation overlay.

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  • City Council Meeting Minutes January 27, 2025 Approved February 10, 2025

    Jan 27, 2025

    ·Coatesville, PA
    Minutes

    The Coatesville City Council held a regular meeting on January 27, 2025, where the council approved previous meeting minutes and accounts payables, and swore in Fire Chief Peter Huf, who expressed gratitude for the city's trust and commitment to protecting citizens. The council also discussed Roberts Rules of Order and public participation procedures, with the Solicitor referencing the Sunshine Act and prior resolutions adopted by previous councils regarding public comment rules.

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  • Minutes of the Special Town Meeting December 7, 2024 1 SPECIAL TOWN MEETING –

    Dec 7, 2024

    ·Wilmington, DE
    Minutes

    On December 7, 2024, the Town of Wilmington held a special town meeting with a quorum present, during which Town Moderator Jonathan Eaton called the meeting to order and the board voted to dispense with reading the full warrant. The primary article addressed was Article 1, which proposed amending the Town's Zoning By-law to create a new MBTA Communities Multi-family Overlay District (MOD) covering approximately 65 acres. This overlay district is designed to allow multifamily housing and mixed-use development as-of-right in accordance with Massachusetts General Law Chapter 40A, with four designated sub-districts: Main Street Mixed Use, Burlington Avenue, Deming Way, and West Street, while maintaining underlying zoning provisions for non-specified uses.

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  • City of Fresno - Meeting Minutes City Council

    Oct 31, 2024

    ·Fresno, CA
    Minutes

    The Fresno City Council held a regular meeting on October 31, 2024, with six of seven members present. The council approved an amended agenda that included updates to Tract No. 6379's subdivision map language, the removal of two items (a community facilities district annexation hearing tabled to November 7 and a Lighthouse for Children grant agreement tabled to November 21), and the movement of a $2,882,282.63 agreement with Community Health Improvement Partners for a rapid rehousing program to the contested consent calendar for further discussion.

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  • June 18, 2024 COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS, COLORADO

    Jun 18, 2024

    ·Fort Collins, CO
    Minutes

    On June 18, 2024, the Fort Collins City Council held a regular meeting presided over by Mayor Pro Tern Emily Francis, with six council members present and the Mayor excused. The Council proclaimed June 17-23, 2024 as National Pollinator Week and reviewed a consent agenda recommended for approval without changes. During public comment, citizens addressed various topics including support for Habitat for Humanity's Harmony Cottages project, requests for a Gaza ceasefire resolution, concerns about housing density increases, debate over the future use of the Hughes Stadium property (with multiple speakers advocating for indigenous land return or conservation), climate and wildfire concerns, and neighborhood development issues on Osiander Street.

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  • June 4, 2024 COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FORT COLLINS, COLORADO

    Jun 4, 2024

    ·Fort Collins, CO
    Minutes

    On June 4, 2024, the Fort Collins City Council held a regular meeting where Mayor Jeni Arndt declared June 2024 as LGBTQ+ Pride Month through a proclamation. The council reviewed its agenda, including a second reading of Ordinance No. 073 regarding zoning changes for the I-25 & Mulberry Annexation with Planning and Zoning Commission approval, while Councilmember Ohlson withdrew related annexation and zoning ordinances from the consent calendar for further discussion. Public comment included remarks on various topics including ceasefire resolutions, indigenous land issues, and local governance matters.

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  • -1- Minutes of the Annual Town Meeting May 4, 2024

    May 4, 2024

    ·Wilmington, DE
    Minutes

    The Wilmington Annual Town Meeting convened on May 4, 2024, with a quorum present, where Moderator Jonathan Eaton opened proceedings with recognitions of the Minutemen, military service members, and six long-time volunteer town officials. The meeting adopted a consent agenda process to expedite voting on routine and non-controversial articles, including approvals for building committee reports, compensating balance agreements, MS4 compliance funding of $75,000, and other miscellaneous articles. The warrant reading was dispensed with by unanimous vote, and the Moderator noted that all articles were pre-approved by the Finance Committee and Planning Board unless otherwise indicated.

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  • City of Fort Collins Page 315 City Council Proceedings February 20, 2024

    Feb 20, 2024

    ·Fort Collins, CO
    Minutes

    On February 20, 2024, the Fort Collins City Council held a regular meeting where Mayor Jeni Arndt proclaimed February 2024 as Black History Month. The Council received a presentation from Larimer County Human and Economic Health Director Laura Walker on the Larimer County Behavioral Health Community Report, which highlighted the completion of four implementation phases funded by a 2018 sales tax initiative, including the opening of an acute care facility at Longview Campus, and outlined 14 recommendations for the next five years. During public comment, residents expressed concerns about a potential cease fire resolution, with some opposing it on grounds that it could incite anti-Israel and anti-Jewish sentiments and requesting the city restrict Council involvement in foreign affairs.

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