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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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  • PN0352-2021: Notice/Advertisement Title: Renewal of Public Health Emergency Contact Name: Anita Clark, Assistant Health Commissioner, Administration Contact Telephone Number: 614-645-6793 Contact Email Address: anitac@columbus.gov

    Dec 17, 2021

    ·Columbus, OH
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  • PN0252-2021: Notice/Advertisement Title: Renewal of Public Health Emergency Contact Name: Anita Clark, Assistant Health Commissioner, Administration Contact Telephone Number: 614-645-6793 Contact Email Address: anitac@columbus.gov

    Sep 22, 2021

    ·Columbus, OH
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  • PN0210-2021: Notice/Advertisement Title: Renewal of Public Health Emergency Contact Name: Anita Clark, Assistant Health Commissioner, Administration Contact Telephone Number: 614-645-6793 Contact Email Address: anitac@columbus.gov

    Jul 21, 2021

    ·Columbus, OH
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  • Citizen Comments for the June 23, 2020 Special Meeting

    Jun 23, 2020

    ·Tallahassee, FL
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    This document contains citizen comments submitted to the Leon County Board of County Commissioners for a June 23, 2020 special meeting. The comments, submitted between June 21–23, 2020, overwhelmingly request a mandatory face mask mandate in public spaces, with specific proposals including enforcement in stores, parks, and other public places; application to populations over age 2 per surgeon general guidelines; and requirements in indoor public settings with exceptions for seated diners. One commenter (Abra Kinch) requested equitable enforcement guidelines to prevent disparate policing by law enforcement. A separate commenter (Aaron Halford) also called for expanded financial assistance programs. The document represents pages 1–5 of a 1,242-page citizen comment compilation.

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  • Board of Supervisors Meeting Information

    San Diego, CA
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    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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  • Des Moines County Court Records | IowaCourtRecords.us

    Des Moines, IA
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    This document describes Des Moines County's court records system and public access procedures. Court records under Iowa Court Rule 20.1 include transcripts, case file contents, and documentary exhibits maintained by the Des Moines County Court Clerk and are generally open to the public to support judicial transparency. However, certain records are confidential, including adoption records, dates of birth, mental health information, names of minor children, social security numbers, and criminal cases with outstanding warrants. Members of the public can access Des Moines County court records through the online Case Search portal, public access terminals at the courthouse located at 513 North Main Street in Burlington, Iowa, in-person assistance from record staff, or third-party platforms. All criminal and civil cases are filed in Des Moines County District Court, which is part of Judicial District 8.

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  • Records | City of OKC

    Oklahoma City, OK
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    The Office of the City Clerk operates the Archives and Records Management Program, which provides public and employee access to City administrative and historical records in accordance with Oklahoma public records laws. The office manages record retention and preservation policies, administers the electronic records management system for City Council, Boards, Commissions, and Trusts, and assists City employees with managing electronic and physical records. In 2014, the Office of the City Clerk received a grant from the National Archives and Records Administration, National Historical Publications and Records Commission to preserve permanent records dating back to 1890. The office is located at 200 N. Walker Ave., 2nd floor, and is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., with contact available at (405) 297-2391.

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  • – 1 – M IN ER S’ JO UR N A L Official Publication Borough of Minersville

    Minersville, PA
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    This is the February 2025 issue of the Miners' Journal, the official publication of Minersville Borough, Pennsylvania. The newsletter highlights the borough's improved website as a reliable source of local information, announces a search for a combined Borough and Sewer Authority manager with interviews underway, and promotes upcoming community events including an Easter egg hunt on April 19 and a call for pool and lifeguard staff applications for the 2025 season. The publication also references upcoming content on ordinance changes, library events, police reminders, and heating assistance programs.

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  • February 2019 1 Boards, Committees and Commissions Support Staff Guidelines 1)

    Tucson, AZ
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    This document from February 2019 provides guidelines for support staff assisting City of Tucson Boards, Committees, and Commissions. It outlines key responsibilities including compliance with Arizona's Open Meeting Law, preparation of agendas (which must be posted at least 24 hours in advance and submitted to the City Clerk's Office 72 hours prior), pre-meeting logistics, meeting conduct procedures, and post-meeting requirements such as minutes preparation and legal documentation. The guidelines emphasize that support staff serve as a resource to guide leadership, manage meeting materials, and ensure proper record-keeping and public transparency.

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  • OHIO TOWNSHIP HANDBOOK ____________________________________ March 2019

    Cincinnati, OH
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    This Ohio Township Handbook, published by the State Auditor's office in March 2019, is a comprehensive resource guide designed to assist township officials in understanding their roles, responsibilities, and procedural requirements. The handbook covers multiple sections including township officers and employees, administration and finance, fire and ambulance services, and police protection, with appendices providing additional reference materials. As an informational resource rather than legal guidance, the handbook aims to help local government officials meet administrative challenges by providing accessible, regularly updated information on township governance and operations.

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  • 2023 Annual Report

    Tucson, AZ
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    The Housing & Community Development (HCD) 2023 Annual Report documents the department's key accomplishments under new leadership, including receiving a $50 million Choice Neighborhoods Implementation grant for the Thrive in the 05 neighborhood reinvestment initiative, launching a mobile shower program and expanding housing services for unhoused residents, and opening the Public Housing and Housing Choice Voucher waitlist for the first time in years. Notable achievements also included purchasing and rehabilitating housing properties and breaking ground on Milagro on Oracle, the City of Tucson's first Low-Income Housing Tax Credit project in over a decade. The department emphasized implementing new initiatives such as the Housing Affordability Strategy for Tucson (HAST) and a housing development arm to address the growing housing crisis, with plans in 2024 to focus on sustainability and building resilient housing and community infrastructure.

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  • Boards, Committees & Commissions City of Tucson

    Tucson, AZ
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    The City of Tucson is accepting applications for the Civil Service Commission through its City Clerk's Office. The Commission meets four times per year and ensures equal opportunity and merit principles in personnel administration; commissioners receive $2,400 annually and the chairperson receives $3,000 annually. Applicants must be residents and qualified electors of Tucson for at least five years, cannot hold any other public office, and are accepted from any political party. The City of Tucson additionally maintains a complete list of boards, committees, and commissions that serve in advisory capacities to the Mayor and Council, with a policy (Resolution 15881) requiring all appointments to be gender balanced and reflect the ethnic and racial composition of the City. Interested residents can apply online or contact the City Clerk's Office at (520) 791-4213 for assistance.

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  • Budget & Management | City of Cleveland Ohio

    Cleveland, OH
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    The Division of Budget and Management in Cleveland's Department of Finance prepares, implements, and monitors annual operating budgets and financial plans to fund City services. The General Fund Operating Budget, funded primarily by a 2.5% City Income Tax on all workers in Cleveland, supports Safety Forces (Police, Fire, and EMS), Waste and Recycling Pick Up, City Parks, and Neighborhood Resource and Recreation Centers. Enterprise Funds operate as self-supporting services including Water, Water Pollution Control, Cleveland Public Power, the Airport, Cemeteries, Golf Courses, City Parking Facilities, Public Auditorium, and West Side Market. The City also funds capital improvements and infrastructure through debt, restricted funds, and grants, including Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development that must support projects eliminating blight and assisting low- and moderate-income residents in housing, public improvements, and land use areas. Budget documents are available for fiscal years 2023 through 2026, along with an interactive budget portal and comprehensive financial reports.

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  • City of Oakland | City Clerk

    Oakland, CA
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    The Office of the City Clerk serves the Oakland City Council, City Administration, and residents of Oakland with primary responsibilities including producing City Council agenda materials, conducting municipal elections, managing political filings, and administering citywide records management services. Asha Reed was appointed City Clerk on March 3, 2021, after serving as Legislative Recorder, Assistant City Clerk, and Interim City Clerk since joining the City of Oakland on April 22, 2013. As of February 22, 2023, the City Clerk's Office announced that in-person meetings, including City Council and Boards and Commission meetings, would resume on March 1, 2023, following the California COVID-19 State of Emergency ending on February 28, 2023. The office provides public access to Council meeting materials, manages voter engagement initiatives such as the 2020 "SMASH the Vote" campaign in partnership with the Kapor Center, and publishes multilingual domestic partnership registration forms in Spanish, Chinese, and Vietnamese.

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  • Search Publicly Available Records | Portland.gov

    Portland, ME
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    This Portland.gov page provides a directory of publicly available records and online search resources for city information. It lists access points including frequently requested records available online, the City website, Council Clerk files (ordinances, resolutions, agendas, and minutes), City Archives (searchable through the Efiles system), open data resources, Portland Maps (property database with assessed values, building permits, zoning, and crime statistics), City GIS Data (covering boundaries, capital projects, zoning, and utilities), and BuySpeed (the city's procurement portal for bids, contracts, and vendor information). The Legal Records Team in the Office of the City Attorney can be contacted at prrhelp@portlandoregon.gov or 503-823-6040 for assistance with public records requests.

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  • OOR - Find Agency Open Records Officers

    Pottstown, PA
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    The Office of Open Records (OOR) maintains a searchable database of Agency Open Records Officer (AORO) contact information for all registered agencies in Pennsylvania to facilitate public records requests and appeals. The public can search the database by agency name, county, and type (Commonwealth, Judicial, Legislative, or Local), and agencies can register their AORO by completing a registration form with the officer's contact details and compliance status. The OOR provides contact information (717-346-9903 or openrecords@pa.gov) for assistance with the search tool or questions.

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  • Public Records Unit - City of Columbus, Ohio

    Columbus, OH
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    The Public Records Unit of the Columbus Division of Police is responsible for processing public records requests, maintaining accurate documentation, and ensuring compliance with public records laws and retention schedules. The unit consists of nine staff members including analysts, office assistants, and a property clerk, and operates under the Records Management Bureau within Support Services. The unit handles inquiries from both the public and other city agencies while monitoring changes in records law and identifying potential compliance issues.

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  • City Council Rules of Procedure – Spokane (2024)

    Spokane, WA
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    This document establishes the Spokane City Council's revised procedural rules for 2025, governing legislative sessions and public participation. Council sessions are regularly video and audio recorded and made available online at https://vimeo.com/spokanecitycouncil, and members of the public may photograph or film proceedings provided they comply with fire codes, ADA requirements, and do not obstruct views or access. Individuals with limited English language proficiency are encouraged to contact the council office director at least five business days prior to a session to arrange translation or interpretation assistance. Public testimony on legislative agenda items can be submitted online or in person, with sign-up beginning no later than 5:00 p.m. on the Friday preceding the session and closing at 6:00 p.m. on the meeting date; in-person sign-up also begins at 8:00 a.m. on the day of the legislative session. Use of city council facilities for electioneering or campaign purposes is prohibited under RCW 42.17A.555, though public comment on the merits of council resolutions or ballot propositions is permitted.

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  • Office of the City Administrator | City of Pottsville, Pennsylvania

    Pottsville, PA
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    The Office of the City Administrator in Pottsville, Pennsylvania is responsible for the overall administration and efficiency of city operations under the direction of City Council. The City Administrator supervises all city departments and serves as Deputy Director, working alongside elected City Council members who function as department directors under the city's Commission Government structure. Current staff includes Acting City Administrator Lisa M. Shuman and Administrative Assistant Rebecca Trefsger, with contact information provided for public inquiries.

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  • Presentation Slide Deck (.pdf)

    Houston, TX
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    This presentation from the Administration & Regulatory Affairs Department outlines enforcement activity and regulatory updates to Chapter 46, Article III governing pedicabs as of April 24, 2026. In 2026 enforcement activity, 788 pedicabs were inspected, resulting in 117 citations issued to operators, 10 pedicabs towed, and 3 operator arrests. Key Chapter 46 updates include new definitions for "Electric Assist" and updated "Pedicab" language to specify human-powered vehicles, new permit requirements for operators to maintain a bona fide fixed place of business, restrictions on LED lighting to non-flashing amber only, and a requirement for drivers to wear reflective vests. A new Section 46-177 prohibits operation of electric assist pedicabs that exceed 15 miles per hour assisted top speed, can operate on electric assist alone without human input, or lack a non-combustible protective container for the battery. Public comment runs from April 24 to May 1, 2026, with City Council agenda scheduled for May 20, 2026, and new ordinance provisions effective June 11, 2026.

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  • 2023 Annual Report | Billings Police Department

    Billings, MT
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    The 2023 Annual Report of the Billings Police Department documents the operational activities of Montana's largest local law enforcement agency, led by Chief St. John and Assistant Chief Lawrence, which employs more than 200 sworn and civilian employees. Violent crime decreased in 2023, while detectives cleared 300 of 424 received cases, including 10 homicides. Officers issued nearly 20,000 traffic citations and warnings, and specialized units seized 107,737 Fentanyl pills, 1,156 grams of Fentanyl powder, 4 pounds of cocaine, and 265 firearms totaling $546,673, with drug offenses falling for the fifth consecutive year. Animal Control Division calls increased 16% in 2023, though animal cruelty, abandoned animals, and dangerous animal cases all decreased. Commanders reviewed 166 incidences of force out of more than 91,000 total calls for service, and volunteers contributed 3,464 hours to public safety.

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  • Records Division | Baton Rouge, LA

    Baton Rouge, LA
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    The Records Division of Baton Rouge City Court maintains closed files and tickets processed in City Court, assists the public and agencies with final dispositions and background checks, and processes arrest and summons expungements. The division also receives incoming tickets from the police department and maintains retention schedules for destruction of closed tickets, files, and evidence. The division is headed by Chief Meneke Fleming and is located at 233 Saint Louis Street, Room B54, Baton Rouge, LA 70802, with contact information of 225-389-8388 (phone) and 225-389-8397 (fax).

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  • City of Evanston FOIA Policy

    Evanston, IL
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    The City of Evanston FOIA Policy establishes procedures for compliance with the Illinois Freedom of Information Act (5 ILCS 140/1 et seq.) by defining how the City receives, processes, and responds to written requests for public records inspection, copying, or certification. The policy designates four positions as FOIA Officers with authority to grant or deny requests: the City Clerk, Evanston Police Department Records Manager or designee, Customer Service Representative of the Collector's Office, and an Assistant City Attorney. Requests must be submitted in writing via the NextRequest system at the City's website, by email, or in person at the City Clerk's Office at 2100 Ridge Avenue, and must include the requester's name, contact information, a specific description of records sought, and a statement of purpose. The policy's effective date is upon adoption by City Council, and all responses must conform to statutory time parameters and exemptions outlined in 5 ILCS 140/3 through 140/3.3.

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  • Borough Manager's Office - Government

    Carlisle, PA
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    The Borough of Carlisle operates under a Council-Manager form of government, with a professional Borough Manager appointed by Borough Council to oversee day-to-day operations and manage all municipal departments including public works, planning, police, finance, and utilities. The Manager's office consists of five staff members responsible for maintaining vital records, preparing the annual budget, implementing Council policies, and providing legal services through the Borough Solicitor. The Manager and Assistant Manager also serve on various community boards including the Carlisle Area Health and Wellness Foundation and Cumberland County planning and homeless task forces.

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  • Open Records Request

    Pottstown, PA
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    Potter County provides information about Pennsylvania's Right-to-Know Law, which grants residents access to public records held by the County in accordance with Act 3 of 2008. The document explains that Potter County is committed to transparency and accountability, allowing the public to request documents such as meeting minutes and financial reports through a formal process. Residents who are unsatisfied with Potter County's response to records requests may appeal to the Pennsylvania Office of Open Records within 15 business days, with additional information and assistance available through the Commonwealth's Office of Open Records at 717-346-9903.

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  • Records of the Board - Los Angeles

    Los Angeles, CA
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    The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors Records Management Section maintains official records of all Board meetings dating back to 1873, as mandated by state law. Board records from 1985 to present are digitized and publicly accessible online through the Statement of Proceedings website at no charge, while records prior to 1985 require archival assistance and can be requested by phone; hard copies are available for a fee of $1.17 per search, $.03 per page, and $1 per certification.

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