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  • 2026-04-14 Regular Meeting Agenda

    Apr 14, 2026

    ·Hazleton, PA
    Minutes

    The Hazleton City Council held a regular meeting on April 14, 2026, featuring a public hearing on the Greater Hazleton Area Thrive 2035 Multi-Municipal Comprehensive Plan and consideration of several ordinances and resolutions. Key items included first reading of Ordinance 2026-8 establishing a Residential Reserved Parking Permit Program, second reading of Ordinance 2026-7, and resolutions to approve the amended Fiscal Year 2026 Action Plan, award a bid for the Hazleton Streets Improvements Project—Phase 1, and request Department of Conservation and Natural Resources funds for the Columbus Court Community Park and Pagnotti Field Project—Phase 1.

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  • City Council — Minutes 4/8/2026

    Apr 8, 2026

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Boston, MA
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The Boston City Council held a regular meeting on April 8, 2026, with 11 of 12 councilors present. The Council approved and referred multiple appropriation measures to the Committee on Ways and Means, including the Annual Appropriation and Tax Order for FY2027, a $40 million appropriation to the Other Post-Employment Benefits Liability Trust Fund (addressing a $2.68 billion unfunded liability), $3.5 million for transportation infrastructure improvements, $5 million for coastal resilience projects, and a $384.7 million appropriation for various capital improvement projects across city departments.

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  • City Council — Minutes 4/1/2026

    Apr 1, 2026

    ·Boston, MA
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    On April 1, 2026, the Boston City Council held a regular meeting where it approved two grants: a $20,000 Local Food Policy Grant from the Massachusetts Department of Agricultural Resources to support food purchasing initiatives between Boston Public Schools and anchor institutions, and a $13,735 MassHire grant for workforce development programs serving individuals who are blind or visually impaired. The council also received communications regarding the city's financial status and budget challenges for the current fiscal year, and passed a special law petition regarding pension benefits for Firefighter Leo J. Bracken.

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  • April 1, 2026 Meeting Minutes

    Apr 1, 2026

    ·Hazleton, PA
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    The Hazleton Government Study Commission met on April 1, 2026, to review and revise draft charter articles including City Council, Mayor, Office of Law, and Appointed Officials, with PEL Consultants providing updates and guidance on the drafts. The Commission noted additional revisions needed and scheduled a supplemental meeting for April 22 to address the volume of material. Public comments included questions about charter information for voters and hiring procedures, including criminal background checks, as well as support for establishing a Managing Director position.

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  • March 18, 2026 Meeting Minutes

    Mar 18, 2026

    ·Hazleton, PA
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    The Hazleton Government Study Commission met on March 18, 2026, to review and approve updated drafts of Articles II (City Council) and III (Mayor) of the city charter, with PEL Consultants incorporating recent commissioner decisions and noting additional revisions needed. The Commission plans to begin discussions on Article V (City Solicitor) and Article VI (Other Appointed Officials) at its next meeting on April 1, 2026. A resident raised questions about upcoming town hall meetings, charter referendum provisions, and public access to the recently signed 287(g) Program partnership, which were addressed by the commission.

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  • March 4, 2026 Meeting Minutes

    Mar 4, 2026

    ·Hazleton, PA
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    The Hazleton Government Study Commission met on March 4, 2026, to review draft articles of a governmental charter, with PEL Consultants presenting revisions to Article I (General Powers), Article II (City Council), and Article III (Mayor) based on recent commissioner decisions. The commission discussed the drafts and identified additional revisions and clarifications needed before final approval. A member of the public inquired about the citizen referendum petition process and the commission's role in it, which was addressed by the consulting team.

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  • Minutes of the Government Records Council February 24, 2026 Public Meeting – Open Session

    Feb 24, 2026

    ·Newark, NJ
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    The Government Records Council held a public meeting on February 24, 2026, with members present via Microsoft Teams, chaired by John Alexy. The Executive Director's Report revealed that the GRC has received 7,752 Denial of Access Complaints since OPRA's inception in 2002 (averaging 328 annually), with 368 complaints received in the current fiscal year 2026 compared to 270 in FY2025; additionally, 674 complaints remain active, and the GRC has handled 42,130 total inquiries since 2004, averaging 1,864 annually. The council approved the previous meeting minutes and noted upcoming training for Rutgers University's Municipal Clerks' Continuing Education Conference scheduled for the same day.

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  • Minutes from the February 24, 2026 Regular Meeting

    Feb 24, 2026

    ·Hazleton, PA
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    The Hazleton City Council held a regular meeting on February 24, 2026, where members unanimously approved Ordinance 2026-2 to name and dedicate streets within the Allen Ridge Subdivision after verifying with 911 and postal services to avoid conflicts with West Hazleton street names. The Council also unanimously adopted Resolution 2026-17 establishing comprehensive policies for city parks, athletic facilities, and public spaces, including application procedures, insurance requirements, and fan conduct guidelines, while maintaining free public access to facilities. Additionally, the Council considered Resolution 2026-18 regarding compensation for members of the Hazleton Recreational Vehicle Appeals Board, though the vote and full details were not completed in the documented portion of the minutes.

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    Feb 24, 2026

    ·Dearborn, MI
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    On February 24, 2026, the Dearborn City Council held a regular meeting with all seven members present, during which they passed several resolutions including recognition of Dr. Mustafa "Mark" Hamed and Hassan F. Abdallah for their election to the Michigan Board of Medicine, condolences for the passing of David Dumas, and approval of a consent agenda. The Council also approved a temporary use permit for a food truck at 25351 Ford Road, allowing one food truck to operate for six months (February 25 to August 31, 2026) as the property owner works toward establishing a permanent brick-and-mortar establishment, consistent with the city's zoning ordinance adopted in September 2025.

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  • Minutes of the Government Records Council February 24, 2026 Public Meeting – Open Session

    Feb 24, 2026

    ·Jersey City, NJ
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    The Government Records Council held its public meeting on February 24, 2026, chaired by John Alexy, with members present including the Vice Chair and Secretary. The Executive Director reported that since OPRA's inception in 2002, the GRC has received 7,752 total Denial of Access Complaints, with 674 currently open cases (11.5%); in the current fiscal year (FY2026), the GRC has already received 368 complaints compared to 270 in all of FY2025, and has processed 1,140 inquiries to date. The council approved the open session meeting minutes and announced upcoming training for Rutgers University's Municipal Clerks' Continuing Education Conference on February 24, 2026 in Atlantic City.

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  • February 18, 2026 Meeting Minutes

    Feb 18, 2026

    ·Hazleton, PA
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    The Hazleton Government Study Commission met on February 18, 2026, to review the final draft of a Council Article incorporating recent commissioner decisions and to discuss the mayor's section of the Charter. During the meeting, PEL Consultants led discussions to build consensus on individual charter items and identify areas requiring further deliberation, with commissioners sharing their perspectives on the proposed changes. A public commenter requested clarification on LERTA handling in the charter, but the commission clarified that LERTA is governed by uniform state law and cannot be modified through the home rule charter process.

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  • Minutes from the February 10, 2026 Regular Meeting

    Feb 10, 2026

    ·Hazleton, PA
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    On February 10, 2026, Hazleton City Council held a regular meeting where members unanimously approved several items on second and final readings, including Ordinance 2026-1 terminating a right-of-way easement along South Conahan Drive. The council also passed on first reading Ordinance 2026-2 to name and dedicate streets within the Allen Ridge Subdivision, pending engineer approval and development plan compliance. Additionally, the council adopted resolutions proclaiming February 9-15, 2026 as FBLA week and appointing John Tunnessen to the Hazleton City Housing Authority and Laura Stancu to the Zoning Hearing Board.

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  • February 4, 2026 Meeting Minutes

    Feb 4, 2026

    ·Hazleton, PA
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    The Hazleton Government Study Commission met on February 4, 2026, to review and discuss the proposed structure of a new legislative body for the city, with PEL Consultants leading presentations on the method of council election and presenting a draft of Article II City Council. Commissioners engaged in discussion about the council election method and provided feedback on the draft charter language, which PEL will incorporate into an updated version for future review. Public comments included suggestions for long-term policy considerations such as a seven-member council structure and requests to address potential law enforcement coordination issues at the next meeting.

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

    Feb 4, 2026

    ·San Jose, CA
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    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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  • Minutes from the January 27, 2026 Regular Meeting

    Jan 27, 2026

    ·Hazleton, PA
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    On January 27, 2026, Hazleton City Council held a regular meeting where Barbara Conway presented a proposal to address the city's stray cat problem through a Trap, Neuter, and Return (TNR) program in partnership with "No Nonsense Neutering," which would charge $15 per animal (reduced from $40) to neuter/spay and vaccinate 50 cats for a total of $750, with Conway and council member Ondishin pledging $150 and $600 respectively toward the program. The council also heard from Tony Ryba of Government Consulting Strategies LLC, who proposed cost-saving initiatives for the city on both revenue and expense sides, including partnerships with electricity providers, with no consultation fee to the city.

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  • January 21, 2026 Meeting Minutes

    Jan 21, 2026

    ·Hazleton, PA
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    The City of Hazleton Government Study Commission met on January 21, 2026, to discuss potential government structure reforms, including the possibility of implementing district-based representation for city council, expanding the number of council members to seven, and increasing budgetary transparency and civic engagement initiatives. Public comments reflected divided opinions on districts, with some citizens opposing them as potentially reducing candidate quality and others supporting districts or hybrid systems to improve representation, while consultant PEL Consultants presented materials and identified areas of consensus among commissioners on structural reform questions.

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  • i LPSC B&E Open Session January 14, 2026 Baton Rouge, LA

    Jan 14, 2026

    ·Baton Rouge, LA
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    The Louisiana Public Service Commission held its January 14, 2026 Business and Executive Open Session in Baton Rouge with all five commissioners present. The meeting included elections for 2026 leadership positions (Chairman, Vice Chairman, and representatives to OMS, ERSC, and SPP), consideration of several docketed and undocketed matters including cases involving Entergy Louisiana and Dixie Electric Membership Corporation, and discussion of topics such as the Commission's Lightning Initiative and retention of outside counsel. The session also included announcements welcoming new regulatory staff and congratulations to local officials.

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  • J CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF COMMERCE TOWNSHIP BOARD OF TRUSTEES MEETING

    Jan 13, 2026

    ·Oakland, CA
    Minutes

    On January 13, 2026, the Charter Township of Commerce Board of Trustees approved the purchase of Microsoft Office software for 85 computers at a cost not to exceed $31,000 from CDW-G, with funds from the IT 2026 budget. The meeting also included a presentation of the 2025 Commerce Township Photo Contest winners, with Bob Roberts taking first place for his photograph "Morning Rush." The document appears to be incomplete, cutting off mid-sentence during discussion of pole barn proposals for the Maintenance Department.

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  • OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK COUNCIL MINUTES January 12, 2026

    Jan 12, 2026

    ·Mesa, AZ
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    The Mesa City Council held a study session on January 12, 2026, to review agenda items for the regular council meeting that day. Key discussions included clarification on an ordinance allowing e-bikes on sidewalks within parks only (while remaining prohibited on sidewalks elsewhere in the city) and approval of a three-year fencing contract worth approximately $120,000 annually for securing construction projects and temporary facilities. The council also reviewed recent events and scheduled the next study session for January 15, 2026.

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

    Jan 12, 2026

    ·Coatesville, PA
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    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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  • MINUTES HARRISBURG PLANNING COMMISSION REGULAR MEETING January 7, 2026

    Jan 7, 2026

    ·Harrisburg, PA
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    The Harrisburg Planning Commission held a regular meeting on January 7, 2026, where six members approved the November 5, 2025 meeting minutes unanimously. The Commission reviewed a Special Exception Application from Jarred Neal with Halden Horizons Group, LLC for 100 North 13th Street to consolidate parcels and convert the property into a twelve-unit multifamily dwelling with off-street parking in a Residential Medium-Density zone. The Planning Commission staff recommended approval with conditions, including subsequent filing of a Lot Consolidation & Land Development Plan, submission of a Certificate of Appropriateness for the parking area in the Summit Terrace Architectural Conservation Overlay District, and coordination with the Department of Public Works and Capital Region Water regarding refuse collection.

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  • January 7, 2026 Meeting Minutes

    Jan 7, 2026

    ·Hazleton, PA
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    The Hazleton Government Study Commission met on January 7, 2026, to review the city's charter with guidance from Pennsylvania Economy League (PEL) consultants. The commission discussed questions 1-15 focused on the Legislative Branch section of the Charter and reviewed a comparison chart of Third-Class City Code provisions; PEL will develop a narrative summary for commissioners to review before the next meeting. Public commenters raised questions about council member vacancies, suggested fixed-dollar healthcare benefits for council members rather than percentage contributions, and proposed holding occasional daytime council meetings to accommodate working citizens.

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  • 1 January 6, 2026

    Jan 6, 2026

    ·Des Moines, IA
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    The Des Moines County Board of Supervisors held a regular session on January 6, 2026, with Shane McCampbell as Chair, Tom Broeker as Vice-Chair, and Jim Cary as Member. Department head reports indicated ongoing operations across multiple county offices, including a new Assistant County Attorney hire, available COVID and flu vaccines every Tuesday, and a jail population of 101. A public hearing was held and the first reading of Wind, Solar, and Battery Ordinance #64 was presented, with extensive public comment from 52 speakers before the hearing was closed.

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  • CITY OF POTTSVILLE, PENNSYLVANIA CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA Date: 1/5/2026

    Jan 5, 2026

    ·Pottsville, PA
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    The Pottsville City Council met on January 5, 2026, to conduct reorganizational business including swearing in Mayor Tom Smith and Councilmen Jonathan Marsh and Scott Price, appointing interim legal counsel (Gretchen Sterns as interim solicitor and Shane Hobbs as interim assistant solicitor), and establishing department director positions across public affairs, finance, public safety, streets, and parks. The meeting agenda included approval of departmental monthly reports with performance metrics, a presentation on Main Street transformative strategies, and consideration of new business items such as zoning ordinances for skill games and vape shops, senior-friendly parking initiatives, and procedures for appointing city officials.

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  • Minutes from the January 5, 2026 Inauguration Day Meeting

    Jan 5, 2026

    ·Hazleton, PA
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    On January 5, 2026, Hazleton City Council held an Inauguration and Reorganization Meeting where newly elected council members Jim Perry, Anthony Colombo, and Mark Ondishin took the Oath of Office. The Council unanimously appointed Jim Perry as Council President and John Nilles as Vice President for 2026, and confirmed the 2026 meeting schedule with modifications including moving the June meeting to June 23rd and scheduling a single November meeting on November 10th.

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  • December 16, 2025 Meeting Minutes

    Dec 16, 2025

    ·Hazleton, PA
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    The Hazleton Government Study Commission met on December 16, 2025, to advance its work on developing a Home Rule Charter for the city. The commission approved meeting schedule changes to the first and third Wednesday of each month at 5:00 PM through August 2026, and consultant Fred Reddig from the Pennsylvania Economy League reviewed the importance of applying clarity, consistency, conciseness, and correctness when drafting the charter. The commission will begin drafting the Legislative Branch section of the charter in January 2026, with draft materials to be distributed in advance, followed by a public meeting to review materials and provide educational information to citizens; the binding charter language will be in English with Spanish translations for informational purposes.

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  • COUNCIL CHAMBERS DECEMBER 10, 2025 MEETING OF THE

    Dec 10, 2025

    ·West Chester, PA
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    On December 10, 2025, the Chester City Council held a regular meeting presided over by Mayor Stefan Roots, during which Police Commissioner Katrina Blackwell was sworn in with congratulations from city officials and community members. The council approved previous meeting minutes and addressed several items including Bill No. 5 (Ordinance 5, 2025), a final reading amendment to the Planning and Zoning Code that prohibits construction company and tradesperson headquarters in specific zoning districts and establishes maximum percentages for outdoor storage, and Resolution 147 regarding Grace Manor plan approval with standard stormwater management agreements. Public comments were received on agenda items including questions about amendments to the Pension Board ordinance and stormwater management protocols.

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  • Minutes from the December 4, 2025 Regular Meeting

    Dec 4, 2025

    ·Hazleton, PA
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    Hazleton City Council held a regular meeting on December 4, 2025, where it approved three ordinances on first reading: Ordinance 2025-12 to clarify that the City, not the Hazleton City Authority, will oversee garbage collection (passing 3-1); Ordinance 2025-13 to make Harrison Street between 9th Street and Diamond Avenue a one-way street (passing unanimously 4-0); and Budget Ordinance 2025-14 for the city's 2026 fiscal year appropriations. The meeting also included the oath of office ceremony for incoming Junior Council members.

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  • REGULAR SEMI-MONTHLY MEETING November 25, 2025

    Nov 25, 2025

    ·Phoenixville, PA
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    On November 25, 2025, the Hanover Township Board of Supervisors held a regular semi-monthly meeting in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, where they approved the agenda, prior meeting minutes, and bills for the date. The Board issued Proclamation 2025-5 honoring the Lehigh Little League 8–10 All-Star Team and designated December 1, 2025, as "Lehigh Little League 8–10 All-Star Team Day"; additionally, Northampton County Executive Lamont McClure presented a $22,500 check from the Grow NORCO Grant fund and recognized Supervisor John Diacogiannis for 40 years of service. The Board also scheduled hearings for conditional use applications at 1550 and 1560 Valley Center Parkway for December 16, 2025.

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