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  • 1 Council Committee Assignments Last Updated: February 11, 2026

    Feb 11, 2026

    ·Los Angeles, CA
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    This document outlines the committee structure and assignments for a local government council, last updated March 25, 2026. It lists 11 committees across various policy areas including arts and parks, budget and finance, civil rights and equity, economic development, energy and environment, housing and homelessness, and public safety, with designated chair and vice chair members, meeting times and locations, and assigned legislative assistants. The committees meet on a regular schedule throughout the month, with most meeting bi-weekly on designated days of the week.

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  • 860.522.2217 | 350 Church St. 3rd Fl., Hartford, CT 06103 | crcog.org

    Apr 26, 2025

    ·Hartford, CT
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    The Central Region Council of Governments (CRCOG) Policy Board held a hybrid meeting on April 23, 2025, with representatives from 34 member towns and guest speakers from Connecticut Department of Transportation and congressional offices. The meeting covered executive director reports on project and committee updates, and included a legislative update highlighting House Bill 6831 regarding transit-oriented development funding for towns and House Bill 7112 concerning sewer infrastructure and lot size restrictions, with encouragement for board members to engage with legislators on CRCOG's suggested changes to these bills.

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  • ZONING DISTRICTS Updated October 18, 2024 Who to contact: Zoning

    Oct 18, 2024

    ·Madison, WI
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    This document is a reference guide to Madison's zoning districts updated October 18, 2024, listing all residential, mixed-use, commercial, employment, special, overlay, and historic districts with their designations and codes. The guide provides contact information for the zoning department and references to the relevant ordinance chapters (Chapter 28 Zoning Code and Chapter 41 Historic Preservation), along with resources including an online zoning map. No budget figures, policy changes, or meeting decisions are discussed; the document serves as an informational resource for understanding the city's zoning classification system.

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  • Dallas County Code Last Updated September 10, 2024

    Sep 10, 2024

    ·Dallas, TX
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    The Dallas County Code, last updated September 10, 2024, is a codification of Court Orders representing the policies and procedures of Dallas County comprising 872 pages organized into 32 chapters. The code establishes definitions and rules of construction governing how the code and all county commissioners court orders and resolutions are interpreted, including the meaning of terms such as "commissioners court," "county," and "Code." Specific chapters address diverse county functions including administration, elections, law enforcement, parks and open space, taxation, personnel, purchasing, and telecommunications, among others.

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  • TUCSON, ARIZONA Supp. No. 102 – Instruction Sheet

    Tucson, AZ
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    This is an instruction sheet for updating a loose-leaf copy of the Tucson, Arizona municipal code. It specifies which pages should be removed and replaced to bring the code current through December 31, 2013 (Supplement No. 102), with updates affecting chapters on Sign Code, Human Resources, Neighborhood Preservation, and related administrative sections. The document is administrative in nature and provides instructions for maintaining an updated code reference rather than discussing substantive policy or budgetary decisions.

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  • Houston City Council - Committees and Agendas - Budget and Fiscal Affairs Committee

    Houston, TX
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    The Houston City Council's Budget and Fiscal Affairs Committee, chaired by Council Member Sallie Alcorn, reviews monthly financial reports and oversees matters related to the city's annual budget, debt model, and financial policies. Meeting agendas from 2025 and 2026 show the committee addressed topics including quarterly overtime reports, audit plans, the five-year financial forecast, capital improvement plans, stormwater fund spending, property tax updates, and disaster preparedness funding. The committee frequently holds joint meetings with other city councils committees and produces reports and recommendations for the Mayor on fiscal matters.

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  • Urban Agriculture Ordinances City of Cleveland. ...

    Cleveland, OH
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    The City of Cleveland adopted a collection of ordinances to enable and facilitate urban agriculture in support of community health, sustainability, and local economies. The Urban Garden District was established as part of the zoning code (Ord. No. 208-07, passed 3-5-07) to protect areas designated for local food production, community education, garden-related job training, and environmental enhancement. Additional measures include a zoning update permitting the keeping of chickens, bees, and other livestock in all zoning districts; a licensing policy administered through the Cleveland Department of Public Health; amendments allowing farm stands and agriculture as a principal use on vacant lots in residential districts; and a clarification of the permitting process for high tunnels and hoop houses issued by the Department of Building and Housing in December 2012. An Urban Agriculture Overlay District (draft) was introduced to Cleveland City Council to allow more intensive urban agriculture uses in designated areas and remains pending.

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  • BUILDSpokane | Engage Spokane

    Spokane, WA
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    The City of Spokane is conducting a comprehensive update of Title 17 of the Spokane Municipal Code (the Development Code) through the BUILDSpokane project, in partnership with planning firms Clarion Associates and Kimley Horn. The modernization effort aims to align zoning and development regulations with current policy objectives, reduce barriers to development, and promote affordability, equity, and sustainability while improving code accessibility and review efficiency. The project is proceeding concurrently with PlanSpokane 2046, the City's comprehensive plan update, to meet state requirements and ensure Spokane's regulatory framework supports long-term community goals.

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  • 1 CODIFIED ORDINANCES OF LODI PART TWELVE - PLANNING AND ZONING CODE

    Akron, OH
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    This document is the table of contents and organizational framework for the Codified Ordinances of Lodi Part Twelve, which comprises the city's Planning and Zoning Code. It outlines three main titles: Planning (including the Planning Commission and Development Policy Plan), Subdivision Regulations (covering general provisions, administration, procedures, and design standards), and Zoning (detailing various zoning districts from residential to industrial, along with regulations for signs, parking, flood prevention, and unsafe buildings). The code, last updated in 1993, includes multiple appendices with zoning maps, flowcharts, and technical specifications for implementation and enforcement.

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  • Climate and Resiliency Planning | Engage Spokane

    Spokane, WA
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    The Climate Resilience and Sustainability Board voted on February 12, 2026 to recommend climate policies to the Plan Commission for inclusion in Plan Spokane 2046, following Phase 2 discussions on climate policy development across 11 sectors required by Washington State (agriculture, buildings, transportation, water resources, waste management, and others). The City of Spokane is updating its Comprehensive Plan, mandated by the Growth Management Act and due in 2026, to integrate climate considerations and address community resilience to climate hazards while promoting equity, protecting infrastructure, and preserving environmental resources. The planning effort incorporates input from community engagement, board feedback, and city staff, with opportunities for public participation through workshops, town halls, and surveys.

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  • The HSPS Regional Comprehensive Plan

    Stroudsburg, PA
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    The HSPS Regional Comprehensive Plan is a 2022 update to the regional land use framework originally established in 2005 for Hamilton Township, Stroud Township, Pocono Township, and Stroudsburg Borough, with each municipality adopting the plan between August and September 2022. The plan was financed through grants from the Municipal Assistance Program and the Financial Assistance Program and provides a 10-year policy framework covering land use, economy, housing, transportation, infrastructure, and open space to guide community and economic development decisions. The comprehensive plan serves as a blueprint for municipal decision-making and recommends implementing tools such as zoning regulations, subdivision standards, and capital improvements to transportation and infrastructure systems.

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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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  • Homepage | City of Lexington, Kentucky

    Lexington, KY
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    This is the homepage for the City of Lexington, Kentucky, providing navigation to city services and official information. The Urban County Council serves as the legislative body with 12 district councilmembers and three at-large councilmembers, who vote on budgets, policies, and taxes. Mayor Linda Gorton's message emphasizes priorities including attracting new businesses, supporting local firms, promoting agriculture, and strengthening the economy. The site offers residents tools to apply for jobs, access boards and commissions, look up districts and representatives, and manage services such as waste collection and traffic updates.

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  • Planning Board | City of Worcester

    Worcester, MA
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    The City of Worcester Planning Board has issued a public alert about scams involving impersonation of city officials requesting wire transfers for permits, clarifying that the city only accepts checks or online payments through official channels at planning@worcesterma.gov. The board reviews site plans, parking plans, subdivision plans, and makes recommendations on zoning changes; as of July 2025, all meeting agendas, minutes, and videos are available through the OneMeeting portal (with archived materials going back to 2021), and the board has recently updated its application review policy. The Planning Board accepts various permit applications including definitive site plans, subdivisions, parking plans, and special permits, which must be submitted as digital PDFs to the official planning email address.

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  • 148 Updated January 2026 CITY AND COUNTY OF HONOLULU https://honolulu.gov/

    Honolulu, HI
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    This is an organizational directory for the City and County of Honolulu's Legislative Branch, updated January 2026, listing contact information for the 9-member City Council, the Salary Commission, and key administrative offices including the City Clerk and Office of Council Services. The document provides names, districts, phone numbers, email addresses, and term end dates for council members and commission appointees. No budget figures, policy changes, or meeting decisions are discussed in this reference document.

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  • A CITIZEN'S GUIDE TO THE BUDGET PROCESS & FY ...

    San Diego, CA
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    This citizen's guide, prepared by San Diego's Office of the Independent Budget Analyst and updated in January 2022, explains the FY 2022 adopted budget and the municipal budget process. The document provides an overview of the city's operating budget structure, including the General Fund and other funds (Enterprise, Special Revenue, Internal Service, and Capital Project Funds), along with information about American Rescue Plan Act allocations. The guide covers how the budget is created, key budget components, financial policies, and includes resources and contact information to help residents understand how San Diego allocates its revenues and expenditures.

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  • VIRTUAL/TELECONFERENCE MEETING REGISTERED ...

    Madison, WI
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    The Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services' Registered Interior Designer Section held a virtual meeting on March 26, 2026, to address administrative and governance matters including adoption of the agenda, approval of prior minutes, board updates, and the 2026 meeting schedule. The Section planned to conduct elections for officers, review annual policies, consider administrative rule matters, and discuss legislation and policy issues, with the next meeting scheduled for June 17, 2026. The meeting included notification of current member term expiration dates and established procedures for items that might be added to the agenda after preparation.

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  • Public Records Commission Meeting

    Nashville, TN
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    The Tennessee Public Records Commission met on October 5, 2022 at 8:30 AM at the Tennessee State Library and Archives in Nashville. The meeting agenda included approval of minutes from the previous April meeting, a Records Management Division update, an RDA review, and consideration of old business and public questions. No specific budget figures or policy decisions were detailed in the meeting notice.

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  • Engage Spokane

    Spokane, WA
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    Engage Spokane is an online community platform created by the City of Spokane's Long Range Planning division to enable public participation in policy and planning decisions affecting land use, transportation, housing, and economic development. The platform highlights current projects including the PlanSpokane 2046 Periodic Update, Climate and Resiliency Planning, BUILDSpokane Code Modernization, Division Street Transit-Oriented Development, the 27 x 2027 Urban Mobility Network, and Safe Streets for Spokane initiatives, along with past completed projects. The City maintains regular Plan Commission Workshops on the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month to engage residents in shaping Spokane's future through planning documents and regulations.

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  • This is a word document of pages (5-8) of the Knoxville-Farragut-Knox

    Knoxville, TN
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    The Knox County Growth Policy Coordinating Committee updated the Knoxville-Farragut-Knox County Growth Policy Plan, originally developed in 2001, to incorporate findings from a two-year integrated land use and transportation planning process completed in 2021. The revised plan updates rural and planned growth areas based on current conditions, infrastructure, and input from government departments, utilities, emergency services, and the school board, while introducing updated terminology such as "placetypes" for land use categorization and maintaining existing urban growth boundaries for Knoxville (47.5 square miles) and Farragut. The policy recommendations address unincorporated Knox County development while complying with Tennessee's Public Chapter 1101 annexation and growth management law.

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