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  • Info & Forms - Wilkes-Barre Township

    Wilkes-Barre, PA
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  • CITY OF LEBANON ZONING ORDINANCE Lebanon County, Pennsylvania

    Lebanon, PA
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    The City of Lebanon adopted a comprehensive Zoning Ordinance on June 22, 2020, funded through a Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development Early Intervention Program Grant. The ordinance establishes zoning districts with specific allowed uses for residential and non-residential areas, dimensional requirements, design standards, historic building protections, floodplain regulations, parking standards, and sign regulations across 180 pages. The document serves as Part 13, Title One of the City of Lebanon's Codified Ordinances and was developed with assistance from Urban Research and Development Corporation.

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  • HAZLE TOWNSHIP LUZERNE COUNTY PENNSYLVANIA 2003 ZONING ORDINANCE

    Hazleton, PA
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    Hazle Township's 2003 Zoning Ordinance, as amended through October 2016, establishes comprehensive land use regulations for the township in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania. The ordinance defines nine zoning districts (R-1 and R-2 residential, B-1 and B-2 commercial, I-1 and I-2 industrial, M-1 mining, C-1 conservation, and BP business park), along with a healthcare overlay district, and includes regulations for accessory structures, setbacks, special exceptions, and planned residential developments. The document serves as the primary tool for managing growth and development while addressing community development objectives through dimensional requirements, use restrictions, and procedural standards for development applications.

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  • Township - Michigan

    Lansing, MI
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    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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  • HAZLETON CITY LUZERNE COUNTY PENNSYLVANIA ZONING ORDINANCE

    Hazleton, PA
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    This is a 2020 Zoning Ordinance for Hazleton City in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, establishing comprehensive regulations for land use and development. The document outlines zoning district classifications, permitted uses, dimensional requirements, and supplemental regulations covering agricultural, animal-related, and commercial uses, among other categories. The ordinance serves as the foundational framework governing how property can be developed and used throughout the city, with chapters addressing preliminary provisions, construction rules, district boundaries, general regulations, and overlay districts for downtown, energy, and historical preservation areas.

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  • Forms - Township of Wilkes-Barre

    Wilkes-Barre, PA
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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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  • 2024 Springfield Township Master Plan

    Springfield, IL
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    The Springfield Township Master Plan, adopted on January 23, 2024, is a comprehensive planning document prepared by the Planning Commission that outlines the township's vision and strategy across multiple areas including natural resources, infrastructure, economic development, housing, transportation, and senior services. The plan was developed with input from the Township Board and planning consultants, and includes a future land use map, zoning plan, action strategies, and community engagement findings. The 214-page document serves as a guide for implementing the township's long-term goals and development priorities.

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  • ZONING ORDINANCE DRAFT JULY 2023

    Jim Thorpe, PA
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    This is a draft zoning ordinance for Jim Thorpe Borough dated July 2023, comprising 259 pages and establishing the borough's comprehensive zoning regulations. The document includes general provisions, community development objectives, definitions, and district regulations organized across multiple articles. The draft outlines the framework for land use designation, district boundaries, permitted uses, and other zoning requirements to guide development within the borough.

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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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  • Portland, ME - Official Website

    Portland, ME
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  • The HSPS Regional Comprehensive Plan

    Stroudsburg, PA
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    The HSPS Regional Comprehensive Plan 2022 is a multi-municipal land use policy adopted by Hamilton Township (August 23, 2022), Stroud Township (September 6, 2022), Pocono Township (August 15, 2022), and Stroudsburg Borough (August 2, 2022) to update their regional development framework originally established in 2005. The plan was funded by grants from the State Department of Community and Economic Development and the Monroe County Board of Commissioners, and covers analysis and recommendations across land use, economy, housing, transportation, infrastructure, and open space with a 10-year planning horizon. It serves as a policy guide for municipal decision-making, establishing desired land use patterns and recommending tools such as zoning regulations, capital improvements, and adjustments to municipal services.

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  • Battling recruitment and retention issues in the fire service

    Lansing, MI
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    The October 2021 edition of Township Focus, the official publication of the Michigan Townships Association, features an article addressing recruitment and retention challenges faced by Michigan townships in staffing their fire and EMS departments, a trend occurring nationwide. The publication includes insights from fire chiefs and experts on strategies to attract individuals to public safety service, alongside coverage of the MTA's Robert R. Robinson Scholarship recipients and updates on the American Rescue Plan Act implementation.

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  • I HAZLE TOWNSHIP LUZERNE COUNTY PENNSYLVANIA 2003 ZONING ORDINANCE 2003-1-6-1

    Hazleton, PA
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    This is the table of contents and initial pages of Hazle Township's 2003 Zoning Ordinance (as amended and adopted August 13, 2018) in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania. The ordinance establishes comprehensive zoning regulations covering general provisions, definitions, general regulations for structures and land use, zoning district classifications (including residential, commercial, industrial, conservation, and overlay districts), special exceptions procedures, planned residential development standards, and supplemental use regulations. The document serves as the township's primary land use control instrument, organizing zoning requirements across multiple articles addressing topics such as setbacks, accessory structures, height limitations, and district-specific development standards.

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  • Portland, ME - Official Website

    Portland, ME
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  • CITY OF HARTFORD PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION ZONING REGULATIONS Adopted

    Hartford, CT
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    The City of Hartford Planning and Zoning Commission adopted comprehensive zoning regulations on December 6, 2005, which were subsequently amended and restated on September 23, 2014, amended again on December 9, 2014, and amended and restated on April 14, 2015, becoming effective April 29, 2015. The regulations establish a framework for land use control across ten articles covering general provisions, administration and enforcement, zoning districts, permitted uses, parking and loading requirements, accessory uses, signs, planned developments, fences, and landscaping. The document serves as the primary municipal code governing zoning compliance, district classifications, lot requirements, building standards, and development procedures for Hartford.

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  • RICHFIELD TOWNSHIP ZONING RESOLUTION - Ohio.gov

    Toledo, OH
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    Richfield Township in Lucas County, Ohio adopted this comprehensive zoning resolution on May 7, 1961, with the 2021 version reflecting numerous text amendments through May 2019. The document establishes zoning districts (agricultural, commercial, and industrial), defines permitted and conditional uses, sets dimensional requirements for buildings and dwellings, and regulates off-street parking, accessory structures, and supplementary uses such as home occupations and manufactured homes. The resolution is administered by a Board of Trustees, Zoning Commission, Zoning Board of Appeals, and Zoning Inspector, with support from the Toledo-Lucas County Plan Commission.

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  • ZONING ORDINANCE

    Jim Thorpe, PA
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    This is a draft zoning ordinance for Jim Thorpe Borough dated July 2023, comprising 259 pages. The document establishes the framework for land use regulation, including general provisions, community development objectives, definitions, and district regulations organized across multiple articles. No specific budget figures, policy decisions, or meeting context are provided in this table of contents excerpt.

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  • Chapter 36 ZONING1 ARTICLE I. ADMINISTRATION AND ...

    Dearborn, MI
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    This is Chapter 36 of the Dearborn Heights, Michigan Code of Ordinances establishing the city's zoning regulations. The chapter, adopted in 2007 and updated through Supplement 43, outlines the city's zoning framework based on Michigan Public Act 110 of 2006, with stated purposes including orderly development, adequate sites for industry and commerce, protection against incompatible land uses, and promotion of public health, safety, and general welfare. The document provides the preamble and administrative foundations for zoning enforcement but does not contain specific budget figures or substantive policy decisions.

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  • Planning Board | City of Worcester

    Worcester, MA
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    The Worcester Planning Board reviews site plans, parking plans, and subdivision plans while making recommendations on zoning ordinance changes and supporting long-range planning initiatives. The Board has updated its application review procedures and now makes all meeting agendas, minutes, and videos available through the OneMeeting portal as of July 2025, with archived materials available back to 2021. Applicants must submit digital copies of all applications and plans as PDFs to planning@worcesterma.gov, and the Board offers numerous application types including site plans, subdivisions, parking plans, and special permits for various uses such as accessory dwellings, adaptive reuse, and marijuana establishments.

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  • Louisville Metro Records Retention Schedule

    Louisville, KY
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    This document is the Records Retention Schedule for Louisville Metro, a comprehensive guide prepared by the Local Records Branch and approved by the State Libraries, Archives, and Records Commission that defines how various categories of public records should be managed and retained. The schedule establishes key definitions and protocols including designations for permanent records (P), confidential records (C), and vital records (V), as well as procedures for record destruction requiring completion of destruction certificates and approval from the Department for Libraries and Archives. The document emphasizes that local government officials are responsible for understanding and enforcing applicable confidentiality laws and maintaining vital records protection plans for emergency preparedness.

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  • FINAL 2021 Hazleton City Zoning Ordinance

    Hazleton, PA
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    The 2021 Hazleton City Zoning Ordinance establishes comprehensive land use regulations designed to promote public health, safety, and general welfare while facilitating coordinated community development. The ordinance outlines key purposes including preventing overcrowding and blight, providing adequate infrastructure and services, and accommodating diverse residential housing types alongside commercial and industrial development. Community development objectives emphasize controlling open space and impervious surfaces, regulating growth in areas with adequate utilities, promoting business development and tax revenue, protecting environmentally sensitive areas, and minimizing conflicts between residential and commercial uses.

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  • What you need to know about the Open Meetings Act

    Lansing, MI
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    This is an official publication of the Michigan Townships Association (August 2025) that includes articles on the Open Meetings Act, municipal civil infractions, and new bond market digital reporting requirements affecting townships. The document also features a message from the 2025 MTA President emphasizing the importance of mentoring new township officials and leaders to ensure their success, knowledge, and continuity in local government service.

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