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  • CITY OF WORCESTER Tuesday, March 24, 2026 AGENDA OF THE CITY COUNCIL

    Mar 24, 2026

    ·Worcester, MA
    Agenda

    The Worcester City Council meeting scheduled for April 14, 2026, includes approval of minutes from the March 24, 2026 meeting and consideration of a petition by Worcester Mill LLC, represented by Mark A. Borenstein, Esq., requesting discontinuance of certain portions of Mill Street and abandonment of the city's right-of-way and easement rights, which has been referred to the Planning Board. The meeting will be held at 6:30 P.M. in the Esther Howland (South) Chamber at City Hall and will allow both in-person and remote participation via Zoom.

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  • CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA Tuesday, March 3, 2026, 6:00 P.M.

    Mar 3, 2026

    ·Los Angeles, CA
    Agenda

    This is a City Council meeting agenda for the City of Arcadia scheduled for Tuesday, March 3, 2026, at 6:00 P.M. in the City Council Conference Room. The document outlines procedural information including accessibility accommodations, language translation services, and methods for public comment submission (in-person, website, or email), with specific time limits for speakers based on the number of participants. No substantive agenda items, budget figures, or policy decisions are detailed in this document.

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  • CITY OF SPOKANE REGARDING CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS

    Feb 9, 2026

    ·Spokane, WA
    Other

    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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  • COUNCIL WORK SESSION - February 3, 2026

    Feb 3, 2026

    ·Ambler, PA
    Minutes

    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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  • NOTICE OF MEETING AND CITY COUNCIL AGENDA

    Jan 20, 2026

    ·Kansas City, MO
    Agenda

    The Jefferson City Council met on January 20, 2026, to address various agenda items including recognizing posthumous and service awards, approving a special exception permit for a conference center and hotel exceeding 100,000 square feet at 201 Madison Street and 210 Monroe Street, and making mayoral appointments to multiple boards and commissions. The consent agenda included approval of several contracts for wastewater management, yard waste removal, and transit software services, while pending bills addressed the creation of a Downtown Jefferson City Conference Center Community Improvement District.

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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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  • COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA OFFICE OF THE BUDGET DATE: November 12, 2025

    Nov 12, 2025

    ·Lansford, PA
    Budget

    On November 12, 2025, Pennsylvania Governor signed Act 1-A, the General Appropriation Act of 2025, establishing total appropriations of $103.747 billion across multiple funds. The General Fund received $98.45 billion in total appropriations ($49.42 billion in state funds and $49.03 billion in federal funds), while the remaining $5.3 billion was distributed across specialized funds including transportation, water infrastructure, public health, and tourism initiatives. The notification provides expenditure symbol numbers and allocations by department, with supplemental adjustments to the 2024-25 budget included in the total.

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  • COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA OFFICE OF THE BUDGET DATE: November 12, 2025

    Nov 12, 2025

    ·Pottsville, PA
    Budget

    On November 12, 2025, Governor of Pennsylvania signed Act 1-A, the General Appropriation Act of 2025. Total appropriations across all funds amount to $103,747,176,000, with the General Fund comprising $98,451,842,000 in state and federal funds. The document outlines expenditure allocations across multiple dedicated funds including the State Lottery Fund, Motor License Fund, PENNVEST water infrastructure funds, and various other specialized accounts, with complete appropriation details and expenditure symbols provided for implementation.

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  • COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA OFFICE OF THE BUDGET DATE: November 12, 2025

    Nov 12, 2025

    ·Pottstown, PA
    Budget

    On November 12, 2025, Pennsylvania Governor signed Act 1-A, the General Appropriation Act of 2025, authorizing total appropriations of $103.7 billion across all funds, including $98.5 billion in General Fund appropriations (comprising $49.4 billion in state funds and $49 billion in federal funds). The notification specifies expenditure symbols, amounts, and character codes for all approved appropriations across multiple fund categories including the State Lottery Fund, Motor License Fund, PENNVEST Water and Drinking Water Revolving Funds, and various other designated funds, with 2024-25 supplemental appropriations also included.

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  • BOARD OF PUBLIC WORKS TABLE OF CONTENTS AUGUST 6, 2025

    Aug 6, 2025

    ·Baltimore, MD
    Agenda

    The Board of Public Works held a meeting on August 6, 2025, at the State House in Annapolis to address a comprehensive agenda covering multiple state agencies and departments. The agenda included items from the Secretary's Action Agenda spanning agriculture, transportation, housing, environmental services, and other state departments, with a recommendation to approve funding for 28 grants under the Maryland Agricultural Cost-Share Program. The meeting was held both online and in person, with numerous capital projects, real property matters, and departmental approvals scheduled for discussion across multiple supplemental sections covering transportation, general services, procurement, and natural resources.

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  • PERFORMANCE BASED FUNDING COUNCIL FINAL REPORT MAY 5, 2025

    May 5, 2025

    ·State College, PA
    Other

    The Performance-Based Funding Council submitted its final report on May 5, 2025, establishing recommendations for implementing a performance-based funding model for Pennsylvania's state-related universities under Act 90 of 2024. The Council recommended making itself permanent, applying the performance-based model to new funds beginning fiscal year 2026-2027, and establishing a maximum performance allocation with metrics to determine earned amounts based on institutional performance. The report includes summaries from four public hearings, testimony from various stakeholders, and appendices detailing performance metrics and in-demand occupation codes.

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  • April 3, 2025 9:00 AM Welcome to the City of St. Petersburg ...

    Apr 3, 2025

    ·St. Petersburg, FL
    Agenda

    This is the agenda and procedural notice for the April 3, 2025 St. Petersburg City Council meeting at 9:00 AM. The document outlines accessibility accommodations, decorum rules for in-person attendance (including restrictions on placards, applause, and standing in aisles), and multiple ways the public can participate—including in-person, via television channels, online streaming, or by phone/Zoom webinar. The public may provide comments on non-hearing agenda items by using the "raise hand" feature if attending via Zoom, with a three-minute speaking limit enforced by the chair.

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    Nov 26, 2024

    ·Lansing, MI
    Other

    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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  • Final Budget Adopted: November 4, 2024 2025 Budget Photo by: Chloe Pauls

    Nov 4, 2024

    ·Nanticoke, PA
    Budget

    On November 4, 2024, North Whitehall Township adopted its 2025 budget with an opening General Fund balance of $8,250,000 and anticipated revenues of $6,425,000 against expenditures of $6,133,000, resulting in a $291,000 surplus. The Township made significant decisions to increase its property tax levy from 0.5 mills to 0.65 mills (a 0.15 mill increase) and introduced its first-ever Fire Tax of 0.45 mills, bringing the total 2025 property tax levy to 1.2 mills. Additionally, $275,000 of the budget surplus was allocated to the Equipment fund for fleet needs, and $900,000 was drawn from unrestricted cash reserves for capital improvements, while maintaining an estimated ending fund balance of $7,361,000.

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  • Annual Comprehensive Financial Report For Fiscal Year Ended September 30, 2024

    Sep 30, 2024

    ·Ambler, PA
    Budget

    Webb County, Texas issued its Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2024, prepared by County Auditor Rafael Pérez, CPA, CGFM. The report contains audited financial statements including government-wide and fund financial statements, covering governmental, proprietary, and fiduciary funds, along with detailed notes on accounting policies, assets, liabilities, long-term debt, pension plans, and other financial matters. The document serves as the official financial accountability statement for the county's fiscal operations.

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  • Annual Comprehensive Financial Report For Fiscal Year Ended September 30, 2024

    Sep 30, 2024

    ·York, PA
    Budget

    Webb County, Texas released its Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2024, prepared by County Auditor Rafael Pérez, CPA, CGFM. The 380-page report contains audited financial statements including government-wide and fund financial statements, notes on accounting policies, detailed information on assets, liabilities, investments, taxes, debt, pension plans, and other financial matters. The report provides a complete accounting of Webb County's financial position and operations for the fiscal year.

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  • city-council-advance-agenda-2023- ...

    Sep 25, 2023

    ·Spokane, WA
    Agenda

    The City of Spokane notified the public that City Council has resumed in-person meetings at City Hall, with virtual participation available via WebEx and live streaming on Channel 5 and online platforms for the week of September 25, 2023. Public testimony sign-up for the Monday legislative session runs from 5:00-6:00 p.m., with a three-minute time limit for comments on legislative items and two minutes for open forum remarks. The document outlines public decorum rules for council meetings, including prohibitions on clapping, cheering, booing, and outbursts, and specifies that open forum discussions must relate to city affairs and not pending agenda items or election initiatives.

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  • Mayor's 2023 Proposed Budget

    Nov 2, 2022

    ·Spokane, WA
    Budget

    Mayor Nadine Woodward's 2023 proposed budget, presented November 2, 2022, addresses a $37 million revenue loss from the pandemic while forgoing a 1% property tax increase for household financial relief. The budget prioritizes people-focused investments including increased shelter space, homelessness services, public safety, sanitation, garbage collection, and workforce retention in a competitive labor market. Sales tax revenue is projected to increase 5.9% overall in 2023, though gains are not expected to continue due to anticipated recession.

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  • City Council Meeting Minutes October 15, 2020 Approved October 26, 2020

    Oct 15, 2020

    ·Coatesville, PA
    Minutes

    The Coatesville City Council held a virtual meeting on October 15, 2020, with Vice President Carmen Green presiding in the absence of President Linda Lavender-Norris. The council approved the September 28 meeting minutes and accounts payable, and addressed a Public Works computer replacement necessitated by storm damage to the building. The council also heard a presentation from Senator Andrew E. Dinniman, who received a proclamation recognizing his career involvement in Coatesville and county Democratic politics since the 1970s, and added two action items to the agenda regarding an Ortiz settlement and Rosado agreement.

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  • Volume 49 Number 50 Saturday, December 14, 2019 • Harrisburg, PA

    Dec 14, 2019

    ·Minersville, PA
    Other

    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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  • AGENDA MONTGOMERY TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORS SEPTEMBER 9, 2019

    Sep 9, 2019

    ·Lansdale, PA
    Agenda

    On September 9, 2019, the Montgomery Township Board of Supervisors held an action meeting to address routine administrative and planning matters. Key agenda items included approval of the 2020 budget workshop meetings, certification of pension fund obligations for police and non-uniformed employees, consideration of a subdivision plan for property on Bethlehem Pike, and authorization to award a contract for Phase 7 of the Ash Tree Forestry Management Program in coordination with the North Penn School District. The board also addressed an escrow release, payment of bills, and acknowledged a donation from Breakthru Beverage for the Police Department K-9 Unit.

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  • city-atlanta-fy2014-budget-report.pdf

    Atlanta, GA
    Budget

    The City of Atlanta's Fiscal Year 2014 Adopted Budget document, submitted by Mayor Kasim Reed, provides a comprehensive overview of the city's financial operations and planning. The 614-page budget book includes sections on revenue forecasts, economic outlooks, operational departmental summaries for all city departments, capital project statuses, and debt management information. The document serves as a public transparency resource detailing how city funds are allocated across various departments including public safety, public works, parks and recreation, aviation, and other municipal services.

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  • 2026 Proposed Budget

    Palmerton, PA
    Budget

    This document is the cover and introductory section of the 2026 Proposed Budget for Middletown Township, presenting the elected and appointed officials overseeing the township government along with biographies of Board of Supervisors members. The document provides governance structure and personnel information rather than budget figures, policy discussions, or specific financial allocations. Meaningful summary of budget content, decisions, or notable figures cannot be determined from these introductory pages alone.

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  • FY-2026-Mayors-Proposed-Budget. ...

    Fresno, CA
    Budget

    The Mayor's Proposed Fiscal Year 2026 budget document covers the period July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026 for the City of Fresno, California, prepared under Mayor Jerry P. Dyer and City Manager Georgeanne A. White. This comprehensive 466-page budget document includes the organizational structure, revenue and appropriation summaries, and departmental budget information for the city's various funds and departments. The document was organized with input from the city's management team and budget preparation staff and includes standard budget presentation sections such as an executive summary, citywide summaries, and departmental breakdowns.

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  • CITY OF TOLEDO, OHIO 2022 Annual Information Statement

    Toledo, OH
    Budget

    The City of Toledo, Ohio's 2022 Annual Information Statement serves as a disclosure document for the issuance of municipal bonds and notes, dated September 29, 2022. The statement provides information on the city's government structure, employees, and economic development activities, with sections covering industry, commerce, healthcare, automotive sectors, and recent downtown development projects. Inquiries regarding the statement should be directed to Melanie Campbell, Interim Director of Finance, at (419) 245-1647 or via email.

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  • 2026-27 Budget Document

    Pottsville, PA
    Budget

    Pennsylvania Governor presents a balanced 2026-27 budget proposal, emphasizing accomplishments from his first three years including historic education investments, seven tax cuts totaling $193 million in new credits for working families, and economic growth initiatives that created tens of thousands of jobs. The administration highlights fiscal responsibility through two credit rating upgrades, $200 million in borrowing cost savings, and streamlined permitting processes, while noting gun violence reductions and improved public safety outcomes. The budget document represents continued focus on delivering economic growth, supporting education and workers, and efficient government operations.

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  • PROPOSED BUDGET

    Greenville, SC
    Budget

    The County of Greenville, South Carolina Proposed Budget Document covers fiscal years 2026 and 2027, providing a comprehensive overview of the county's financial plan across multiple fund types including General Fund, Special Revenue Funds, Internal Service Funds, Enterprise Funds, and Capital Projects Funds. The document includes detailed budget allocations for various departments spanning administrative services, public safety, public works, planning and development, judicial services, and other county operations. The budget document serves as a transparency tool outlining revenue sources, appropriations, departmental priorities, and the county's long-term financial and operational goals.

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  • CINCINNATI, OHIO FY 2024-2025 ALL FUNDS BIENNIAL BUDGET VOLUME II: APPROVED

    Cincinnati, OH
    Budget

    Cincinnati's FY 2024-2025 Biennial Approved Capital Budget (Volume II) outlines the city's capital spending plans for the fiscal years beginning July 1, 2021. The budget document, prepared under Mayor Aftab Pureval and City Manager Sheryl M. M. Long, includes allocations across major city departments and commissions such as the Fire Department, Police Department, Public Services, Parks, Water Works, and numerous other municipal divisions. The document received a Distinguished Budget Presentation Award and is available to the public through the city's website and the Cincinnati/Hamilton County Public Library.

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  • BUDGET.PA.GOV EXECUTIVE BUDGET 2025-2026

    Palmerton, PA
    Budget

    Pennsylvania's Governor proposed the 2025-2026 Executive Budget on February 4, 2025, continuing bipartisan investments from previous budgets in K-12 education, property tax relief for seniors, and public safety while emphasizing expanded early childhood programs and mental health supports in schools. The budget builds on the Blueprint for Higher Education with competitive funding for state-related universities and includes new workforce development investments and an economic development strategy focused on innovation across multiple sectors. The Governor framed the budget as delivering on core priorities of improving education, building safer communities, and expanding economic opportunity established during the first two years of the administration.

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  • CITY OF TOLEDO, OHIO 2021 Annual Information Statement

    Toledo, OH
    Budget

    The City of Toledo, Ohio's 2021 Annual Information Statement serves as disclosure documentation for the city's bonds and notes issuance, dated September 30, 2021. The statement provides comprehensive information on the city's government structure, employees, economic development activities across healthcare and automotive sectors, and downtown development initiatives. The document is subject to change without notice and includes details on community development and recent ongoing projects, with inquiries directed to the Interim Director of Finance, Melanie Campbell.

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