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  • Participatory Budgeting - City of Jersey City

    Jersey City, NJ
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    In March 2022, Jersey City opened applications for participatory budgeting, inviting residents to submit and vote on community projects for funding up to $50,000 per ward. Approved projects across six wards total $295,000 and include tree-planting initiatives in Wards B, C, D, and F ($170,000 combined), water fountains in four parks ($28,000), family literacy workshops in Ward A ($32,000), playground improvements in Ward E ($15,000), a bus shelter in Ward D ($5,000), planters for downtown safety in Ward E ($30,000), and support for the Big Brother Big Sister Program in Ward F ($15,000). The program allows residents to propose ideas by answering how projects benefit their community and location, after which city departments consolidate similar submissions and develop scopes, timelines, and costs for implementation.

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  • TOWNSHIP AND SPECIAL TAX LEVIES Cl. 73 Act of Dec. 1 ...

    Coatesville, PA
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    This document amends Pennsylvania's Second Class Township Code to establish tax levy provisions for townships. The amendments authorize township boards of supervisors to levy various property taxes on real property, including: up to 14 mills for general township purposes (with court approval for up to 5 additional mills), up to 5 mills for highway lighting, up to 50% of the general tax rate for public buildings, up to 3 mills for fire apparatus and services, up to 2 mills for fire hydrants, and taxes for parks and recreation facilities and debt service. The legislation was enacted December 1, 2004, as House Bill 250 (Act No. 224).

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  • Calendar • City Council

    Billings, MT
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    This is a City Council calendar for Billings, Montana, listing seven scheduled events for April 2026. The calendar includes two regular City Council business meetings on April 13 and April 27, both at 5:30 PM in City Hall Council Chambers (316 North 26th Street, 5th Floor); a City Council work session on April 20 at 5:30 PM; two tours of Signal Peak Energy Arena on April 15 and 16 at 3:00 PM at Amend Park Recreation Campus (5101 King Ave E); a COVID-19 memorial plaque dedication on April 17 from 12:00–1:00 PM featuring remarks by former Mayor Cole and a moment of silence; and a public hearing on amendments to Montana Administrative Rules on April 21 from 11:00 AM–4:30 PM in Helena. The calendar allows users to search by date range, subscribe to notifications, and view past events.

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  • Bethlehem-Pa.gov

    Bethlehem, PA
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    Bethlehem is a city of 75,000 people in eastern Pennsylvania presenting itself as undergoing economic and cultural renaissance. The city operates a community website offering access to multiple municipal functions including community recovery funding, permits, city council meetings, recreation programs, taxes, and procurement. Current recreation offerings include Volleyball Nights at Fairview Park (Wednesday nights starting June 17th for adults), the 2026 Family Park Program (June 15th–July 23rd), Fitness in the Garden (3rd Tuesday monthly, April–September), and Trail Tuesdays (1st Tuesday monthly, April–October). The website also hosts notifications of seasonal closures, such as the ice rink closure notice, and provides community event information and voluntary water conservation messaging.

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  • AMBLER BOROUGH MONTGOMERY COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA O P E N S P A C E P L A N

    Ambler, PA
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    Ambler Borough's 2006 Open Space Plan outlines the municipality's strategy for protecting natural resources, improving public access to parks and recreational facilities, and preserving historic sites in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania. The plan was developed by the Open Space Committee and Borough Council and funded in part by Montgomery County's Green Fields/Green Towns Program. Key goals include preserving sensitive natural features and reducing flooding, improving public access to existing parks, making aesthetic improvements, preserving historic resources, and creating or improving recreational facilities.

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  • City of Columbus 2023 ANNUAL REPORT Andrea Blevins, City Clerk Columbus, Ohio 1

    Columbus, OH
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    The City of Columbus 2023 Annual Report is a comprehensive document covering departmental activities and accomplishments across all city agencies for the year 2023, with Andrea Blevins serving as City Clerk. The report includes sections on 21 different city departments and offices, ranging from the City Attorney and Finance to Public Health, Recreation and Parks, and Education. Key highlights include the City Attorney's Office handling over 10,000 criminal prosecutions, launching a diversion program that helped 63 offenders, shutting down 17 problem properties, and increasing enforcement against domestic violence, drunk driving, and street racing.

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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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  • TOWNSHIP AND SPECIAL TAX LEVIES Cl. 73 Act of Dec. 1 ...

    Lebanon, PA
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    This Pennsylvania legislation, enacted December 1, 2004, amends the Second Class Township Code to establish and clarify tax levy authority for second-class townships. The amendment specifies maximum millage rates townships may levy for various purposes, including: up to 14 mills (expandable to 19 mills with court approval) for general township purposes, up to 5 mills for highway lighting, up to 50 percent of general tax rate for public buildings and debt service, up to 3 mills for fire protection and apparatus (with voter approval for rates exceeding 3 mills), up to 2 mills for fire hydrants, and flexible rates for parks and recreation facilities. The legislation also permits townships to allocate up to one mill of fire protection tax revenue for compensation of fire suppression employees.

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  • Planning Commission | City of Virginia Beach

    Virginia Beach, VA
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    The Virginia Beach Planning Commission is an 11-member body appointed by City Council to review land use, zoning, conditional use permits, street closures, and plan amendments. The Commission holds public hearings on the second Wednesday of each month at noon in the City Council chamber, with staff briefings at 9 a.m., and forwards recommendations to City Council for final decisions. The City is currently updating the Interfacility Traffic Area (ITA) Master Plan, exploring sports tourism, Innovation Park expansion, and municipal services, with a public meeting held on April 29, 2026 at Building 19 and a public comment deadline of May 31. Related April–May 2026 events include the Thalia Creek Greenway Phase III ribbon cutting on May 7 at 1 p.m., a Parks & Recreation Commission meeting on May 7 at 3 p.m., and a Transition Area/ITA Citizens Advisory Committee meeting on May 7 at 5:30 p.m.

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  • 2024 YEAR IN REVIEW CITY OF DEARBORN MAYOR ABDULLAH H. HAMMOUD

    Dearborn, MI
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    This 2024 annual report from the City of Dearborn, covering the fiscal year ending June 30, 2024, highlights Mayor Abdullah H. Hammoud's administration's accomplishments in modernizing city operations, including a new city website, implementation of public health protections against air pollution, improved road safety, and revitalization of commercial districts. The report emphasizes expansion of parks and recreation amenities, enhanced public transparency through performance dashboards, improved multilingual communication services, and technology-driven city service improvements, all maintained within a balanced budget. The document covers departmental activities across assessing, communications, economic development, finance, fire, library, police, public works, and other city services.

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  • Annual Budget Process and Timeline | City of Boise

    Boise, ID
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    The City of Boise follows an annual budget development process that runs from January through early fall, with the fiscal year operating from October 1st through September 30th. The budget funds essential services including police and fire departments, emergency medical services, libraries, parks, and utilities, as well as major capital investments like water line replacement and airport expansion. The process involves multiple stages: early planning (December–February), department budget requests and public input (March–May), department presentations (May–June), draft budget release and public workshops (June), public hearings and final adoption (July–September), and publication of the final budget before the fiscal year begins.

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  • Calendar / Agenda | City of Pottsville, Pennsylvania

    Pottsville, PA
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    The City of Pottsville, Pennsylvania holds monthly City Council meetings on the second Monday at 6:00 p.m. in City Hall, along with regular meetings for various boards and commissions including the Board of Health, Planning Commission, Recreation Commission, and Zoning Hearing Board, all held at City Hall with specific meeting dates and times throughout the year. Meeting agendas are posted at least 24 hours in advance of scheduled dates, with 2026 agendas available for City Council, Special Council, Redevelopment Authority, and Zoning Hearing Board meetings.

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  • District F 2023 Annual Report

    Houston, TX
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    District F's 2023 Annual Report, titled "District F is the Future," highlights the Houston council district's efforts to revitalize previously overlooked neighborhoods through public safety, economic development, and community engagement. Key accomplishments include the opening of the Alief Neighborhood Center, designation of Piney Point as a Conservation District, reopening of Tanglewilde Park, $250,000 in funding to address chronic homelessness, and Briarmeadow's recognition as one of Houston's hottest communities. In 2023, the district held 68 community meetings, 47 council meetings, and issued 25 proclamations while building a team focused on constituent services and neighborhood engagement.

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  • Meetings, Agendas & Minutes | Towamencin Township

    Lansdale, PA
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    This document is a public index of meeting schedules and agendas for Towamencin Township government bodies. It lists upcoming and past meetings for nine committees and commissions—including the Board of Supervisors Monthly (scheduled monthly through December 2026), Planning Commission (monthly meetings at 7:00 PM), Environmental Advisory Council (monthly at 7:00 PM), Open Space & Parks Advisory Committee (monthly at 7:00 PM), America 250 Committee, Bird Town Committee, Zoning Hearing Board, Veterans Committee, and Special Events Committee—with meeting dates, times, and links to agendas, minutes, and video recordings where available. The document provides historical records back to 2020 and upcoming meetings through 2027, with most regular meetings scheduled at 7:00 PM. No substantive policy decisions, budget allocations, or specific action items are documented in this index.

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  • Agendas, Minutes & Reports | City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks

    Los Angeles, CA
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    This webpage provides access to agendas, minutes, and reports from the City of Los Angeles Department of Recreation and Parks Commission. The document presents a meeting schedule spanning from July 17, 2025 through December 18, 2025, with meetings held generally on Thursdays biweekly. Each meeting includes associated agendas, minutes, information reports, and board meeting audio recordings available to the public. Specific reports referenced include the FY24-25 Park Fee Annual Report (November 6, 2025), Park Needs Assessment reports (September 4 and December 18, 2025), the LA Equestrian Center Improvement Projects (October 2, 2025), and a CAO Performance Metrics and Operations Update on A Bridge Home Shelter (December 18, 2025). Two meetings were cancelled (December 4 and September 18, 2025). The page indicates the Commission also oversees Concessions Commission and Facility Repair and Maintenance Task Forces.

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