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  • City of Scranton Council Responses – April 7, 2026 | PDF

    Apr 7, 2026

    ·Scranton, PA
    Other

    On April 7, 2026, the City of Scranton Council responded to questions from the March 31 meeting regarding parking and infrastructure issues. Council President Tom Schuster requested the City Engineer review a no-parking ordinance for the Unit Block of South Irving Avenue to address an ongoing parking dispute, while also requesting an update on a walkability study that had been presented by Speck and Associates in June 2023. The city reported that multiple streetscape improvement construction contracts had been approved and were underway, including projects on Adams Avenue, N Washington/Linden, Biden Street, and Wyoming Avenue, with work to be completed under PennDOT Highway Occupancy Permits where applicable.

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  • City of Scranton Council Responses – March 23, 2026 | PDF

Mar 23, 2026

·Scranton, PA
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On March 23, 2026, the City of Scranton Council responded to inquiries from the March 17 meeting regarding two major initiatives: the Meadow Brook Project in Green Ridge has secured 32 easement agreements with 12 properties still outstanding and no legal claims filed to date, and 21 properties have been demolished since January 1, 2025, with remaining undestroyed properties from the 2025 list carrying over to 2026. The city uses third-party engineering firm Barry Isett & Associates to assess demolition eligibility, with the Housing Inspectors condemning properties under supervision of Andrew Sunday or Tom Oleski; as of March 23, 2026, there are 225 condemned properties in the city, and a property must remain condemned for at least one year with no improvements before being considered for demolition.

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  • City of Scranton Council Responses – March 10, 2026 | PDF

    Mar 10, 2026

    ·Scranton, PA
    Other

    On March 10, 2026, the City of Scranton provided responses to council inquiries from a March 3 meeting. Key responses included: the PEL Five Year Plan is anticipated to be completed in early April; the city's OECD team is developing 2026 demolition lists, with 231-233 Harrison Avenue currently under consideration (pending follow-up on a previous court injunction) while 429 Prescott and 526 Mulberry Street are acknowledged as condemned but not currently slated for demolition; and regarding failing pave cuts, utilities are typically notified within 3 days of reports with formal violation letters requiring 5-day restoration deadlines or $1,000 daily fines for non-compliance, though repair timelines vary based on weather and logistical complexity.

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  • City of Scranton Council Responses – February 24, 2026 | PDF

    Feb 24, 2026

    ·Scranton, PA
    Other

    On February 24, 2026, the City of Scranton administration responded to council inquiries from a February 17 meeting. Council President Schuster sought updates on a grant application for Engine 10 (not yet awarded), requested Pennoni Associates' attendance at a caucus regarding pavement cuts, and asked for continued resident communication on a city project. Councilman McAndrew inquired about City Hall security assessments (confirming a confidential threat assessment was completed) and email security safeguards, with the administration providing documentation showing that 146 of 148 emails from the Scranton School District were blocked by threat protocols, while two were manually cleared by the IT Director.

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  • Responses to City Council – February 17, 2026 | PDF

    Feb 17, 2026

    ·Scranton, PA
    Other

    On February 17, 2026, the City of Scranton provided responses to questions raised by City Council members during the February 10 meeting. Key topics included the pending grant application for Engine 10 fire station upgrades on East Mountain, coordination with Pennsylvania American Water Company (PAWC) on aging water main infrastructure following a recent break in the Hill Section, and a request for documentation of purchases and services rendered under emergency declarations (invoices still being compiled). Additionally, responses addressed a 30-day extension signed February 9, 2026 for the Fidelity Bank building purchase, and clarification that questions regarding non-respondents to an HUP Test mailing were forwarded to the Lackawanna County Tax Assessment Office.

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  • Responses to City Council – February 10, 2026 | PDF

    Feb 10, 2026

    ·Scranton, PA
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    On February 10, 2026, the City Council received responses to questions from a February 3 meeting, primarily addressing pave cut inspections for the Green Ridge water company project and ARPA grant allocation. The city confirmed that Pennoni conducts weekly inspections of utility work, documents findings in reports tied to specific permits, and notifies utilities of deficiencies—with violations issued if issues are not timely addressed; temporary cold patch repairs are being used due to winter weather conditions preventing hot-mix asphalt installation. The administration also provided details on ARPA grant tracking through subrecipient check-ins and quarterly reports, and listed specific allocations to organizations including NeighborWorks (business façade, home buyer, and home rehabilitation programs totaling approximately $865,881) and United Neighborhood Centers (business façade and disaster relief totaling approximately $129,930).

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  • CITY OF SPOKANE REGARDING CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS

    Feb 9, 2026

    ·Spokane, WA
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    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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  • Request for Proposals: 2602 Koblentz Circle

    Nov 17, 2025

    ·Chattanooga, TN
    Other

    The Chattanooga Land Bank Authority issued a Request for Proposals for development of four parcels in the Alton Park neighborhood, including 2602 Koblentz Circle. The Land Bank will convey the parcels at no cost to qualified nonprofit or for-profit developers who commit to building affordable homes for households earning at or below 120% of Area Median Income, with developer selection contingent on meeting capacity requirements, completing building permits within 12 months, and achieving certificates of occupancy within 18 months. This initiative supports the 2023 Chattanooga Housing Action Plan's objective to prioritize affordable housing through public land disposition and revitalize neighborhoods.

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  • Request for Proposals: 2506 Taylor Street

    Nov 17, 2025

    ·Chattanooga, TN
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  • Application Instructions

    Nov 17, 2025

    ·Chattanooga, TN
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  • Request for Proposals: Alton Park - West Avenue Block

    Nov 17, 2025

    ·Chattanooga, TN
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    The Chattanooga Land Bank Authority issued a Request for Proposals seeking qualified nonprofit and for-profit developers to acquire and develop four parcels in the Alton Park neighborhood for affordable homeownership. The Land Bank will convey the parcels at no cost to selected applicants under a development agreement, with developers responsible for construction, marketing, and home sales to low- to moderate-income households, with goals of obtaining building permits within 12 months and certificates of occupancy within 18 months of breaking ground. Eligible applicants must have completed at least two comparable housing projects, be in good standing with the City of Chattanooga with no delinquent taxes or code violations, and the initiative aligns with the 2023 Chattanooga Housing Action Plan's affordable housing priorities.

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  • LUCAS COUNTY PLAN COMMISSION REPORT October 22, 2025

    Oct 22, 2025

    ·Toledo, OH
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    The October 22, 2025 Toledo-Lucas County Plan Commissions Report provides administrative information for both the Toledo City Plan Commission and Lucas County Planning Commission, including member rosters and a complete 2025 application and hearing schedule. The document establishes deadlines and hearing dates for both commissions, with City Plan Commission hearings beginning at 2 PM and County Planning Commission hearings at 9 AM, along with a zoning district conversion table reflecting updates to Toledo's zoning code effective June 6, 2004.

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

    Apr 26, 2025

    ·Hartford, CT
    Other

    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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  • Lansingtwpmi

    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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  • The City of York Pennsylvania REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL (RFP) RFP 2024-001

    Apr 4, 2024

    ·York, PA
    Other

    The City of York, Pennsylvania issued RFP 2024-001 on April 3, 2024, soliciting proposals from qualified firms to provide investment management advisory services, asset custody, performance reporting, and retiree payment administration for three city pension plans: Police, Officers and Employees, and Paid Firefighters. Proposals must be submitted electronically by April 22, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. to the designated procurement portal. The RFP includes actuarial valuations and investment policy documentation to guide vendor submissions and evaluation criteria.

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  • a. b. c. d. Borough of State College, PA Tuesday, March 26, 2024

    Mar 26, 2024

    ·State College, PA
    Other
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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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  • 10/3/2018 1 UNDERSTANDING THE TOWNSHIP BUDGET PROCESS BRYAN E. SMITH

    Oct 3, 2018

    ·Springfield, IL
    Other

    On October 3, 2018, Bryan E. Smith, Executive Director of Township Officials of Illinois, presented an educational overview of the township budget process covering definitions, legal requirements, and procedures. The presentation explained that a budget/appropriation ordinance provides legal authority to spend money and establishes the township's financial plan, with budgets divided into separate funds based on property tax allocations for specific purposes. Key procedural requirements include preparing a tentative budget, making it available for public inspection at least 30 days before final action, publishing newspaper notice, conducting a public hearing, and filing the adopted budget with the county clerk within 30 days, with separate timelines for township and road district budgets.

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  • Town of Bristol Zoning Regulations Adopted by Town Vote March 7, 2017

    Mar 7, 2017

    ·Bristol, PA
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    On March 7, 2017, the Town of Bristol adopted comprehensive zoning regulations through a town vote. The regulations establish multiple zoning districts including Village Business, Residential Office Commercial, Village Mixed, Recreational, Commercial, High Density Residential, Village Residential, and Rural Agricultural zones, with standards and requirements for each district. The new regulations repeal former zoning bylaws and include provisions for interpretation, amendments, and enforcement across the town's designated zoning map.

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  • Volume 43 Number 40 Saturday, October 5, 2013 • Harrisburg, PA Pages 5787—5978

    Oct 5, 2013

    ·Harrisburg, PA
    Other

    This document is the Pennsylvania Bulletin for October 5, 2013, a weekly official publication containing notices, rules, and regulatory actions from Commonwealth agencies. The issue includes content from various state departments and agencies such as the Courts, Department of Environmental Protection, Department of Health, Public Utility Commission, and others, spanning pages 5787-5978 with a detailed subject index for January-September 2013. The bulletin is published by Fry Communications under the direction of the Pennsylvania Legislative Reference Bureau with an annual subscription rate of $82.00.

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  • Amended January 22, 2013 BY-LAWS OF

    Jan 22, 2013

    ·Coatesville, PA
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    The Redevelopment Authority of the City of Coatesville's amended by-laws, effective January 22, 2013, establish the Authority's legal framework and powers under Pennsylvania's Urban Redevelopment Law. The Authority, created by city ordinance in 1999 and formally chartered in 2000, is granted broad public powers including the ability to designate redevelopment areas, develop rehabilitation and conservation plans, coordinate with government entities, and assemble property for redevelopment projects. The document outlines the Authority's comprehensive role in facilitating urban redevelopment activities within Coatesville to address property conditions, enforce building codes, and implement neighborhood improvement programs.

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  • Rules and Organization of the City Council

    Dec 22, 2012

    ·Evanston, IL
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    This document, titled "Rules and Organization of the City Council of the City of Evanston," dated December 12, 2022, establishes the procedural rules and governance structure for Evanston's nine-member City Council and Mayor. The comprehensive rulebook defines key terms such as quorum (six members), Mayor pro tem, Acting Mayor, and Temporary Chair, and outlines procedures for meetings, debates, voting, appointments, conflict of interest, and committee operations. Notable policy areas covered include provisions for resident participation, closed sessions, media access, compensation committee governance, and a technology allowance for Council members.

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  • YORK TOWNSHIP ZONING ORDINANCE Ordinance 2012-13 Adopted 9/11/2012

    Sep 11, 2012

    ·York, PA
    Other

    York Township adopted Zoning Ordinance 2012-13 on September 11, 2012, establishing comprehensive zoning regulations for land use and development within the township. The ordinance has been amended four times through 2023 and references multiple related documents including subdivision regulations, stormwater management, floodplain management, and comprehensive planning guides. The ordinance consists of 193 pages and covers jurisdictional authority, community development objectives, and zoning provisions governed by Pennsylvania's Municipalities Planning Code.

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  • BRISTOL TOWNSHIP ZONING ORDINANCE First Approved and Adopted November 8, 1955

    Nov 8, 1955

    ·Bristol, PA
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    The Bristol Township Zoning Ordinance, first adopted on November 8, 1955, and last revised on April 14, 2022, establishes zoning regulations for the unincorporated area of Bristol Township to promote public health, safety, and general welfare by regulating building location, size, height, land use, lot dimensions, and yard requirements. The ordinance divides the township into multiple zones and districts (including residential, business, industrial, apartment, planned residential community, and mobile home park categories) and provides methods for administration and enforcement through a zoning inspector, zoning commission, and board of appeals. The comprehensive document includes 42 sections covering topics such as prohibited uses, setback requirements, parking facilities, sign regulations, wind turbine standards, and telecommunication tower facilities, with appendices detailing zoning rates, variances, district use tables, and development standards.

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  • CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS RULES – PUBLIC DECORUM

    Spokane, WA
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    The document establishes public decorum rules for City Council meetings, prohibiting clapping, cheering, booing, and outbursts, with a three-minute time limit for public comments and a restriction limiting individuals to speaking once per month during open forum. Additional rules specify that open forum discussions must relate to City affairs and exclude current or pending agenda items, profanity, and personal insults, while public testimony on legislative items is also limited to three minutes per speaker unless the Chair determines less time is needed to accommodate all speakers.

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  • Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania Public Records Lookup | LackawannaRecords.us

    Scranton, PA
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  • PAFR 2025

    Chattanooga, TN
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    The City of Chattanooga's 2025 Popular Annual Financial Report provides a public financial guide for the fiscal year ended June 30, 2025, designed to make municipal financial data accessible to residents without accounting expertise. Key budget allocations included approximately $6 million for community development and affordable housing initiatives, $1 million to the Affordable Housing Fund, $1.35 million for CNG garbage trucks, $500,000 for pedestrian safety improvements, and $2.25 million for parks maintenance and infrastructure. The City maintains strong financial health, reflected in its AAA bond rating from Standard & Poor's and AA+ rating from Fitch, and continues to emphasize transparency through comprehensive financial reporting available on the city website.

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  • Board of Supervisors Meeting Information

    San Diego, CA
    Other

    This document provides administrative information about San Diego County Board of Supervisors meetings, including their schedule (Tuesdays at 9 a.m. at the County Administration Center) and two-session format—a General Legislative Session on Tuesday and a Land Use Legislative Session on Wednesday. The document outlines accessibility accommodations available to the public, including alternative format agendas, assistive listening devices, sign language interpreters, and Spanish language translation services (with additional languages available upon request with 72 hours' notice). It also includes meeting conduct guidelines and contact information for the Clerk of the Board office for requests or inquiries.

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  • York County Arrest, Court, and Public Records | StateRecords.org

    York, PA
    Other

    This document provides information about crime statistics and public records access for York County, Pennsylvania. According to 2017 Pennsylvania State Police data, York County recorded 1,094 violent crimes and 6,459 property crimes, with violent crime increasing 12.6% from 2013 while property crime decreased 17.6% over the same period. The document outlines procedures for obtaining criminal history records through the Pennsylvania State Police (online or by mail for $20-$22), the York County Clerk of Courts ($10 total), and accessing local police reports and sex offender registry information.

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  • TOWNSHIP BULLETIN AND UNIFORM COMPLIANCE GUIDELINES

    Indianapolis, IN
    Other

    This State Board of Accounts bulletin issued in August 2012 provides townships with a compliance calendar and uniform guidelines for budget preparation and financial management. Key deadlines include September 1 for submitting proposed 2013 budgets to county councils, September 13 and 20 for publishing the proposed tax levy and budget notices, October 1 for receiving county council recommendations, October 22 for holding public hearings, and November 1 as the final deadline for adopting 2013 budgets and tax rates. The bulletin also outlines monthly reconciliation requirements for local investment officers and various federal and state tax filing deadlines for township employers.

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