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  • 1 REGULAR MEETING MONDAY, FEBRUARY 9, 2026

    Feb 9, 2026

    ·Lansford, PA
    Agenda

    This document announces a Regular Meeting of Reading City Council scheduled for Monday, February 9, 2026, at 7:00 pm, available as a hybrid meeting via Zoom, Facebook, and local cable channel BCTV MAC Channel 99. The document outlines rules for public participation, requiring residents and taxpayers to pre-register by 4 pm on the meeting day through phone, email, or in-person sign-up, with speakers on agenda items limited to 5 minutes and non-agenda speakers to 3 minutes. Only registered residents or taxpayers are permitted to speak unless granted permission by the Council President or a majority of Council.

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  • 0322-2026: To authorize the Human Resources Interim Director to enter into contract with Augustwenty LLC in support of professional services for the city’s Strategic Roadmap and Central Service Departments modernization efforts, including the support of the modernization and standardization of our citywide Employee Onboarding; to waive the competitive bidding requirements of Columbus City Codes; to authorize the transfer from the General Fund (contingent on passage of Ord 2938-2025) to the Employee Benefits Fund of $208,500.00; to authorize the appropriation of $208,500.00 within the Employee Benefits Fund; to authorize the expenditure of $258,500.00 from the Employee Benefits Fund; to authorize the expenditure of $200,000.00 from the Information Services Division Operating Fund or so much thereof as may be necessary to pay the costs of said contract; and to declare an emergency. ($458,500.00) WHEREAS, the City of Columbus has adopted a Citywide Strategic Roadmap to guide enterprise operations, organizational culture, and system modernization efforts in support of improved outcomes for residents and employees; and

Jan 27, 2026

·Columbus, OH
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  • 3145-2025: This ordinance authorizes the Department of Building and Zoning Services to enter into a service contract with Opticos Design, Inc. for the design and publication of an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) guide for Columbus residents for an amount up to $50,000.00 from the Neighborhood Initiatives Subfund; to authorize an appropriation of $50,000.00 within the Neighborhood Initiatives Subfund; to authorize the expenditure of $50,000.00 within the Neighborhood Initiatives Subfund; and to waive the competitive bidding requirements of Chapter 329 of the Columbus City Codes; and to declare an emergency. ($50,000.00).

    Nov 12, 2025

    ·Columbus, OH
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  • CB 121064: AN ORDINANCE relating to removing the City residency requirement for judges pro tempore in Seattle; amending Section 3.33.140 of the Seattle Municipal Code.

    Jul 17, 2025

    ·Seattle, WA
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  • 2025-1952: Petition from the residents of the City of Pittsburgh requesting a Public Hearing before City Council relative to Council Bill 2025-1752, as it relates to the designation of a Historic Structure known as Donny’s Place, located at 1226 Herron Avenue (26-Q-189), in the Polish Hill Neighborhood, in the 5th Ward, City of Pittsburgh. The Petition is invalid due to the time requirements in accordance with Section 320(a) of the Home Rule Charter.

    Jun 13, 2025

    ·Pittsburgh, PA
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  • 2024-1176: Resolution authorizing the Mayor, the Director of the Office of Management and Budget, and the Director of the Department of City Planning to enter into an Agreement or Agreements with the Pennsylvania Council of the Arts for the purpose of receiving grant funds from the Creative Communities Program in an amount not to exceed ONE HUNDRED THOUSAND ($100,000.00) dollars to hire an artist in residence at the City. The grant requires an in-kind match of TEN THOUSAND ($10,000.00) dollars for a total project cost not to exceed ONE HUNDRED TEN THOUSAND ($110,000.00) dollars for this stated purpose.

    Nov 8, 2024

    ·Pittsburgh, PA
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  • 2024-1395: Order for a hearing to discuss residency requirements for COB employees.

    Sep 15, 2024

    ·Boston, MA
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  • BL2024-183: An ordinance to amend Title 16 of the Metropolitan Code of Laws to provide for housing, health, and safety of residents by streamlining Codes provisions related to fireproofing requirements for middle housing creation and conversion, including specifically the creation of a class of Large Unit Homes within the International Building Code and providing for NFPA-13D sprinklers and one-hour fire-resistance-rated separation therefor.

    Jan 30, 2024

    ·Nashville, TN
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  • PN0323-2023: Notice/Advertisement Title: City of Columbus November 28, 2023 Board of Zoning Adjustment Meeting Contact Name: Jamie Freise Contact Telephone Number: 614-645-6350 Contact Email Address: jffreise@columbus.gov <mailto:jffreise@columbus.gov> AGENDA BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENT CITY OF COLUMBUS, OHIO NOVEMBER 28, 2023 The Board of Zoning Adjustment hears requests for Special Permits, Appeals and Variances to the requirements of the Columbus Zoning Code, Title 33, of the Columbus City Codes. The Board does not hear applications to amend the Official Zoning Map. The City BOARD OF ZONING ADJUSTMENT will hold a public hearing on the following zoning applications on TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 28, 2023 at 4:30 p.m. at the MICHAEL B. COLEMAN GOVERNMENT CENTER at 111 North Front Street, Columbus, OH 43215 in the 2ND FLOOR HEARING ROOM. You can also monitor the hearing through the City of Columbus YouTube channel at the following link: <http://www.youtube.com/cityofcolumbus> With the return to in-person meetings, we want to assure attendees that all safety precautions per the CDC will be followed. The hearing room will be cleaned after each meeting, attendees should feel comfortable wearing a mask if they choose. Free masks will be available for any participant. Spectator chairs and board members’ chairs have been set up with social distancing in mind. We ask that chairs and tables not be moved to ensure a safe meeting environment for all who attend. SPECIAL NOTE TO APPLICANT: YOU OR YOUR REPRESENTATIVE MUST ATTEND THIS MEETING. It is the rule of the Commission to withdraw an application when a representative is not present. SIGN LANGUAGE INTERPRETER: A Sign Language Interpreter, to “Sign” this meeting, will be made available for anyone with a need for this service, provided the Department of Building & Zoning Services is made aware of this need and given a reasonable notice of at least forty-eight (48) hours prior to the scheduled meeting time. To schedule an interpreter, please call 614-645-6373 or TDD 614-645-3293 Further information may be obtained by visiting the City of Columbus Zoning Office website at https://www. <https://www.columbus.gov/bzs/primary/Zoning/> or by calling the Department of Building and Zoning Services, Public Hearings Section at 614-645-4522. 01.Application No.:BZA23-069 Location:199 E SCHREYER PL. (43214), located on the south side of East Schreyer Place, approximately 220 feet west of Sellers Avenue (010-084050; Clintonville Area Commission). Existing Zoning:R-3, Residential District Request:Variance(s) to Section(s):3332.38 (G), Private garage.To increase the height of a detached garage from 15 feet to 19 feet. Proposal:To construct a detached garage. Applicant(s):Jim Bracken 199 E Schreyer Place Columbus, OH 43214 Attorney/Agent:Andrew M Vogel, Architect 6745 Merwin Place Columbus, Ohio 43235 Property Owner(s):Applicant Planner:Adam Trimmer, (614) 645-1469; ADTrimmer@Columbus.gov 02.Application No.:BZA23-099 Location:1322 S. 4TH ST. (43206), located on the east side of South 4th Street, approximately 130 feet north of East Moler Street (010-011414; Columbus South Side Area Commission). Existing Zoning:R-2F, Residential District Request:Variance(s) to Section(s):3332.26, Minimum side yard permitted.To reduce the minimum side yard setback on the north side from five feet to two feet.3332.25, Maximum side yards required.To reduce the maximum side yard required from 10 feet to 7 feet. Proposal:To construct an attached two-story garage. Applicant(s):Jed Haldeman 1322 South Fourth Street Columbus, Ohio 43206 Attorney/Agent:None Property Owner(s):Applicant Planner:Steven Smedley, 614-645-6130; SFSmedley@Columbus.gov 03.Application No.:BZA23-101 Location:451 LINWOOD AVE (43205), located on the west side of Linwood Avenue, approximately 75 feet north of East Mound Street (010-020574; Near East Area Commission). Existing Zoning:R-3, Residential District Request:Variance(s) to Section(s):3332.29, Height district.To increase the allowable height from 35 feet to 48feet 3332.26(F), Minimum side yard permitted.To reduce the required minimum side yard from 8 to 3 feet. Proposal:To construct a single-unit dwelling. Applicant(s):Adrian Frederick 91 North Miami Avenue Columbus, Ohio 43203 Attorney/Agent:Brenda Parker, Architect 405 North Front StreetColumbus, Ohio 43215 Property Owner(s):FW 451 Linwood LLC 91 North Miami Avenue Columbus, Ohio 43203 Planner:Adam Trimmer, 614-645-1469; ADTrimmer@Columbus.gov 04.Application No.:BZA23-120 Location:421 W. 6TH AVE. (43201), located on the south side of West 6th Avenue, approximately 150 feet east of Battelle Boulevard (010-048098; University Area Commission). Existing Zoning:R-4, Residential District Request:Variance(s) to Section(s):3325.805, Maximum Floor Area Ratio (FAR) To increase the maximum allowable FAR from 0.40 to 0.58. Proposal:To construct a two story addition to the rear of an existing dwelling. Applicant(s):Stephen Hersey & Kent Kroger 421 W. Sixth Avenue Columbus, Ohio 43201 Attorney/Agent:Brenda Parker 405 N. Front Street Columbus, Ohio 43215 Property Owner(s):Applicant Planner:Dane Kirk, (614) 645-7973; DEKirk@Columbus.gov 05.Application No.:BZA23-110 Location:123 E. DESHLER AVE. (43206), located on the south side of East Deshler Avenue, approximately 100 feet west of South 4th Street (010-016191; German Village Commission). Existing Zoning:R-2F, Residential District Request:Variance(s) to Section(s):3332.26(E), Minimum side yard permitted.To reduce the minimum required side yard from 3 feet to 1 foot. Proposal:To construct an addition to an existing garage. Applicant(s):Barry Wolinetz Trust 123 East Deshler Avenue Columbus, Ohio 43206 Attorney/Agent:Juliet Bullock Architects4886 Olentangy BoulevardColumbus, Ohio 43214 Property Owner(s):Applicant Planner:Steven Smedley, 614-645-6130; SFSmedley@Columbus.gov 06.Application No.:BZA23-112 Location:1701 UNION AVE. (43223), located on the south side of Union Avenue, approximately 80 feet west of Helen Street (010-253416; Greater Hilltop Area Commission). Existing Zoning:R-4, Residential District Request:Variance(s) to Section(s):3332.05, Area district lot width requirements.To reduce the required lot width from 50 feet to 33 feet. 3332.25, Maximum side yards required.To reduce the maximum required side yard setback from 20% (11.8 feet) to 9% (5.2 feet).3332.26, Minimum side yard permitted.To reduce the minimum side yard setback from 3 feet to 0 feet along the northern property line.3332.21, Building lines.To reduce the building setback from 25 feet to 1 foot for the dwelling and to 12 feet for the detached garage.3312.49, Minimum numbers of parking spaces required. To reduce the number of parking spaces provided from two to one.3312.29, Parking space. To reduce the existing garage parking space size from 9 x 18 feet to 9 x 17.5 feet.3321.05(B)(1), Vision clearance.To reduce the 10 foot x 10 foot vision clearance triangle to 1 foot x 1 foot.3332.26(E), Minimum side yard permitted.To reduce the existing garage setback from 3 feet to 2 feet along the southern property line. Proposal:To add a second story to an existing single-unit residence. Applicant(s):Luis Pacheco154 South Harris AvenueColumbus, Ohio 43204 Attorney/Agent:Charles Paros, AIA357 West 7th AvenueColumbus, Ohio 43201 Property Owner(s):Applicant Planner:Steven Smedley, 614-645-6130; SFSmedley@Columbus.gov 07.Application No.:BZA23-114 Location:475-477 JENKINS (43207), located on the south side of E. Jenkins Ave, approximately 120 feet west of Wagner Sreet. (010-011811; Columbus South Side Area Commission). Existing Zoning:R-4, Residential District Request:Variance(s) to Section(s):3312.49, Minimum numbers of parking spaces required.To reduce the minimum number of required parking spaces from 4 to 2. Proposal:To split a lot and construct a two-unit dwelling. Applicant(s):Healthy Homes P.O. Box 77499 Columbus, Ohio 43207 Attorney/Agent:Emily Long-Rayfield, Agent P.O. Box 77499Columbus, Ohio 43207 Property Owner(s):Central Ohio Community Improvement Corp.845 Parsons Ave.Columbus, Ohio 43207 Planner:Adam Trimmer, (614) 645-1469; ADTrimmer@Columbus.gov 08.Application No.:BZA23-115 Location:550 S. HIGH ST. (43215), located located at the southeast corner of South High Street and Hoster Street. (010-066592; Brewery District Commission). Existing Zoning:C-4, Commercial District Request:Variance(s) to Section(s):3312.49, Minimum number of parking spaces required.To reduce the number of parking spaces from 41 to 31 Proposal:To expand an existing patio Applicant(s):Plank Law Firm,411 East Town Street, Floor 2 Columbus, Ohio 43215 Attorney/Agent:Rebecca J. Mott (Atty) 411 East Town Street, Floor 2Columbus, Ohio 43215 Property Owner(s):FIVE FIVE OH, LLC231 East Sycamore StreetColumbus, Ohio 43215 Planner:Adam Trimmer, (614) 645-1469; ADTrimmer@Columbus.gov 09.Application No.:BZA23-117 Location:321 DERING AVE. (43207), located at the southeast corner of Parsons Avenue and Dering Avenue. (010-115959; Far South Columbus Area Commission). Existing Zoning:M, Manufacturing District Request:Variance(s) to Section(s):3312.49(B), Minimum numbers of parking spaces required.To reduce the minimum number of parking spaces from 47 to 213312.13 (B), Driveway.To reduce the width of a driveway from 20 feet to 17 feet 3312.49(A), Minimum numbers of parking spaces required.To reduce the number of bicycle parking spaces from 3 to 0 3321.09(B), Screening.To not provide parking lot screening 3363.41(a), Storage. To reduce the minimum distance of an outdoor storage area from to a street line from 30 feet to 5 feet, and to any other lot line from 20 feet to 5 feet.3312.21 (A), Landscaping and screening.To reduce the amount of parking lot shade trees required from 2 to 0 Proposal:To expand an outdoor storage area. Applicant(s):Plank Law Firm,411 East Town Street, Floor 2Columbus, Ohio 43215 Attorney/Agent:Rebecca J. Mott (Atty) 411 East Town Street, Floor 2Columbus, Ohio 43215 Property Owner(s):Rumpke of Ohio, Inc.3990 Generation DriveCincinnati, Ohio 45251 Planner:Adam Trimmer, (614) 645-1469; ADTrimmer@Columbus.gov 10.Application No.:BZA23-116 Location:2965 LEE ELLEN PLACE (43207), located at the soutthwest corner of Lee Ellen Place and Amsterdam Avenue. (010-115959; Far South Columbus Area Commission). Existing Zoning:R2, Residential District Request:Variance(s) to Section(s):3321.05, Vision clearance.To allow a fence exceeding two and one-half feet in height that exceeds 25 percent opacity to be located in a required yard. Proposal:To construct a 6-foot privacy fence. Applicant(s):Reba Dameron Jones 2965 Lee Ellen Place Columbus, Ohio 43207 Attorney/Agent:None Property Owner(s):applicant Planner:Adam Trimmer, (614) 645-1469; ADTrimmer@Columbus.gov 11.Application No.: BZA23-122 Location:1038 JAEGER ST. (43206), located on the east side of Jaeger Street, approximately 100 feet south of Stewart Avenue (010-017365; German Village Commission). Existing Zoning:R-2F, Residential District Request:Variance(s) to Section(s):3332.26, Minimum side yard permitted To reduce the setback for the north side yard from 3 feet to 1 foot. Proposal:To construct a two story addition to the rear of an existing dwelling Applicant(s):Carli Kessler & Nils Root 1038 S. Jaeger Street Columbus, Ohio 43206 Attorney/Agent:Megan Dixon, Larch 51 W. Long StColumbus, Ohio 43215 Property Owner(s):Applicant Planner:Dane Kirk, (614) 645-7973; DEKirk@Columbus.gov 12.Application No.:BZA23-125 Location:1512 NEWCOMER RD. (43235), located on the north side of Newcomer Road, approximately 100 feet east of Markhaven Drive (610-260573; Far Northwest Coalition). Existing Zoning:RR, Rural Residential District Request:Variance(s) to Section(s):3332.27, Rear yard To reduce the required rear yard from 25% to 2.5%. Proposal:To construct a single-unit dwelling. Applicant(s):Hickory Bluff Farms, c/o Barbara Hadden 943 Mulberry Drive Columbus, Ohio 43235 Attorney/Agent:Stephen Hadden, Agent 1536 Newcomer Road Columbus, Ohio 43235 Property Owner(s):Applicant Planner:Jamie Freise, (614) 645-6350; JFFreise@Columbus.gov

    Nov 16, 2023

    ·Columbus, OH
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  • Wilmington City Council Wilmington, Delaware October 19, 2023

    Oct 19, 2023

    ·Wilmington, DE
    Minutes

    Wilmington City Council held its regular session on October 19, 2023, with thirteen members present both in-person and virtually. The council approved minutes from the previous meeting and received committee reports recommending votes on two ordinances: Substitute No. 1 to Ordinance No. 22-035 regarding exempting appointed service employees from the city's residency requirement, and Ordinance No. 23-036 authorizing an amendment to the Master Service Agreement with Paymentus Corporation for payment processing services.

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  • 23-1021: A resolution approving a proposed First Amendatory Agreement between the City and County of Denver and The St. Francis Center to increase the maximum contract amount and amend other terms to continue providing supportive housing services to adults experiencing chronic homelessness at the Warren Residences, in Council District 10. Amends a contract with The St. Francis Center by adding $1,000,000 for a new total of $2,000,000 to account for increased service expenses required to continue providing supportive housing services to 48 adults experiencing chronic homelessness and amending the terms of the fund drawdown for Warren Residences, in Council District 10. No change to contract duration (HOST-202368501/202054973). The last regularly scheduled Council meeting within the 30-day review period is on 9-11-2023. The Committee approved filing this item at its meeting on 8-2-2023.

    Jul 24, 2023

    ·Denver, CO
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  • 2015-2023: To authorize the City Attorney, on behalf of Director of the Department of Technology, to enter into contract with the law firm of Ice Miller LLP to assist with the legal exploration of how the City owned fiber network might be utilized by broadband providers to extend and expand options for residents, and related activities; to waive the competitive bidding requirements of the Columbus City Codes; to authorize the expenditure of $210,000.00 from the Department of Technology operating fund; and to declare an emergency. ($210,000.00)

    Jun 28, 2023

    ·Columbus, OH
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  • Doylestown Township Environmental Advisory Council Meeting Minutes MAY 8, 2023

    May 8, 2023

    ·Doylestown, PA
    Minutes

    The Doylestown Township Environmental Advisory Council met on May 8, 2023, to discuss several initiatives including climate action planning, grant opportunities, and local environmental concerns. The council reviewed a Penn State student's climate action planning presentation and identified grant opportunities, including a May 14 deadline for a DVRPC electric vehicle charging station grant requiring an 80/20 federal-local cost split, with two potential locations identified at Pooles Corner and another site. The meeting also addressed resident concerns about a land naturalization project near Longwood Circle that has created issues with field mice and standing water, and discussed updates to the Lenape Garden including signage made from natural materials and regular maintenance by master gardeners.

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  • 3006-2021: To find not legally sufficient a petition for a proposed ordinance titled “To authorize and direct the City Auditor to establish an Energy Conservation and Energy Efficiency Fund and a Clean Energy Education and Training Fund and to take the necessary actions to transfer $10,000,000 from the general fund of the City of Columbus to each of these funds for a total of $20,000,000 for the appropriate purposes; and to authorize and direct the City Auditor to take the necessary actions to transfer $30,000,000 from the general fund of the City of Columbus for the purpose of funding a minority business development program; to establish a Columbus Clean Energy Partnership Fund; and to authorize and direct the City Auditor to take the necessary actions to transfer of $57,000,000 from the general fund of the City of Columbus for the purpose of funding an electricity subsidy program for residents of the City of Columbus; to establish a transparency and accountability reporting requirement for the City Auditor for all uses of funds in section 1,2,3, and 4; to declare this Ordinance to be an emergency measure and shall take effect and be in force from and after its passage;” and to declare an emergency.

    Nov 9, 2021

    ·Columbus, OH
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  • RS2021-1116: A resolution accepting the recommendations of the COVID-19 Financial Oversight Committee to distribute $3,000,000.00 in American Rescue Plan Act funds from the Covid 19 ARP Fund No. 30216 to provide rent and mortgage payments and utilities payments, for Davidson County residents who suffered a negative economic impact during the coronavirus pandemic who do not meet the eligibility requirements of the HOPE program administered by the Metro Action Commission, to be administered by the United Way of Greater Nashville.

    Aug 27, 2021

    ·Nashville, TN
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  • 1265-2021: To find legally sufficient, as to form, a petition for a proposed ordinance, titled “To authorize and direct the City Auditor to establish an Energy Conservation and Energy Efficiency Fund and a Clean Energy Education and Training Fund and to take the necessary actions to transfer $10,000,000 from the general fund of the City of Columbus to each of these funds for a total of $20,000,000 for the appropriate purposes; and to authorize and direct the City Auditor to take the necessary actions to transfer $10,000,000 from the general fund of the City of Columbus for the purpose of funding a minority business development program; to establish a Columbus Clean Energy Partnership Fund; and to authorize and direct the City Auditor to take the necessary actions to transfer of $57,000,000 from the general fund of the City of Columbus for the purpose of funding an electricity subsidy program for residents of the City of Columbus; to establish a transparency and accountability reporting requirement for the City Auditor for all uses of funds in section [sic] 1,2,3, and 4’ to declare this Ordinance to be an emergency measure and shall take effect and be in force from and after its passage;” and to repeal ordinance 2770-2020.

    May 14, 2021

    ·Columbus, OH
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  • 6/11/2016 Lansing, MI Code of Ordinances

    Jun 11, 2016

    ·Lansing, MI
    Proposal

    This document establishes Chapter 654 of the Lansing, Michigan Code of Ordinances, governing noise control within the city. The ordinance declares that excessive, unnecessary, or unusually loud noises constitute a public health and safety concern requiring regulation to protect residents' welfare and comfort. The chapter applies to all sound originating from nonindustrial property within the city while not excluding industrial properties from other applicable city ordinances. The ordinance defines key terms including A-weighted sound level (measured in dBA), construction, demolition, decibel, and emergency, with all terminology conforming to American National Standards Institute standards where not otherwise defined. The ordinance was originally enacted as Ordinance No. 739 on December 22, 1986.

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  • An ordinance amending CHAPTER 42, “SOLICITORS,” of ...

    Dallas, TX
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    This ordinance amends Dallas City Code Chapter 42 to establish a registration and regulatory program for home solicitors, responding to citizen complaints about unsolicited solicitations and door-to-door activities on residential premises. The measure creates requirements for home solicitor registration, sets procedures and fees, regulates the timing and manner of solicitations, establishes recordkeeping requirements, and allows residents to post signs prohibiting solicitors; it also bars persons convicted of serious crimes (listed in Section 429(a)(2)) from engaging in home solicitation activities. The ordinance carries a penalty of up to $500 for violations and updates existing provisions to comply with state law requirements.

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  • 1 Cleveland, Ohio Noise Ordinance 605.10 Unnecessary Noise

    Cleveland, OH
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    Cleveland's Noise Ordinance 605.10 prohibits unreasonably loud, disturbing, and unnecessary noise that is detrimental to health or disturbs the quiet and repose of neighboring inhabitants. Prohibited activities include sounding vehicle horns except as warning signals, keeping animals or birds that cause frequent or prolonged noise audible outside property lines, operating defective or improperly loaded vehicles, blowing steam whistles except to signal work start/stop or warn of danger, and discharging engine exhaust into open air. Construction, demolition, and mechanical equipment operation are prohibited between 7:00 p.m. and 7:00 a.m. within 500 feet of residences and 150 feet of hospitals, schools, courthouses, and churches during their operating or service hours; these areas are designated as "zones of quiet." Compressed air devices are exempted from muffling requirements only when operated as jackhammers on weekdays between 8:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m.

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  • Public Records Request | Springfield Township, OH - Official Website

    Springfield, IL
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    Springfield Township's public records policy establishes procedures for residents to request government documents, including zoning, fire, police, and other departmental records through online forms or direct submission to the Township Administrator. The Township commits to providing public records within a reasonable timeframe during regular business hours (8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Monday-Friday) at its administrative offices located at 9150 Winton Road, Cincinnati, Ohio, with copies provided at cost. The policy excludes incarcerated individuals from accessing records related to criminal investigations, maintains organized records with a publicly available retention schedule, and requests (but does not require) completion of a Public Records Request form to facilitate document identification and delivery.

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  • Request a Public Record - City of Orlando

    Orlando, FL
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    This document is a public records request guide for the City of Orlando explaining how residents can request access to city-maintained documents including fire department records, permitting documents, personnel files, and police reports. The process requires submitting a specific request through an online portal, with requesters expected to receive a confirmation email and public records request number within two business days. The City of Orlando charges fees if extensive labor is needed to locate or duplicate records, with requests estimated under $100 processed upon payment and requests over $100 requiring full payment before processing. Payment can be made online through orlando.nextrequest.com, in-person at the City Clerk's Office (400 South Orange Avenue, 2nd Floor, Orlando, FL 32802-4990), or by mail to the same address.

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  • 2012 The City of San José’s Budget Crisis INSIDE Introduction The City’s Budget

    San Jose, CA
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    San José, Northern California's largest city with nearly one million residents, faces ongoing multi-year budget shortfalls with expenses outpacing revenues over the past decade. The city's general fund relies primarily on property and sales taxes, though San José receives only a small percentage of taxes collected (9% of property taxes and 12% of sales taxes), with 61% of expenditures dedicated to public safety and community services. The city is required by charter to approve a balanced budget annually by June 30 through a nine-month community-based process that includes multiple opportunities for public input.

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  • Frequently Asked Questions - CivicPlus.CMS.FAQ

    Worcester, MA
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    This FAQ document from the Town of Webster provides guidance on how residents can access municipal information and navigate planning and zoning processes. It outlines multiple channels for assistance, including the town website and mobile app, bi-weekly pre-application development team meetings, direct contact with departments via phone or email, and in-person visits to municipal offices. The document explains that building permits and land use permits are determined by the Zoning By-law, with the Building Commissioner serving as the Zoning Enforcement Officer to help clarify permit requirements.

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  • How to request a public record in Cleveland

    Cleveland, OH
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    This explainer by Signal Cleveland Staff (April 12, 2026) describes how residents can request public records from Cleveland government agencies. Public records—including emails, contracts, police body camera video, and spending records—are legally accessible in Ohio and enable residents to monitor tax spending and hold officials accountable. Records are available through three channels: online databases (City Hall legislation, court records, county property data), in-person at City Hall (601 Lakeside Ave.), or by filing a request through the Cleveland Public Records Center, which requires creating an account and specifying a time frame and department. The Cleveland Metropolitan School District maintains a separate public records request system. Effective requests should be specific and time-bound rather than broad.

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  • RESOLUTION NO. 25-431

    Huntsville, AL
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    The Huntsville City Council adopted Resolution No. 25-431 to schedule a public hearing on July 24, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. to consider Ordinance No. 25-432, which would amend plat restrictions for the "Sawan" property (Plat 2020-00016767). The proposed amendment would remove a portion of the natural landscape buffer along the eastern boundary of Lot 1 while preserving the remainder of the 100-foot buffer and the property's existing Residence 2-B zoning classification. The resolution requires two published notices in the Speakin' Out News on June 25 and July 2, 2025, providing at least 15 days' notice before the public hearing.

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  • Budget Review 2023-24 City of Portland BUDGET HIGHLIGHTS •

    Portland, OR
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    The City of Portland's FY 2023-24 budget totals $7.1 billion, a 1% decrease from the prior year driven largely by a $391 million reduction in debt proceeds, though the expenditure-only portion increased 2% to $4.2 billion with significant growth in personnel services and capital projects. The city identified three budget priorities: public safety (including 43 new police officers and $5.3 million in funding), charter change implementation ($2.5 million), and economic recovery and livability ($43.3 million for shelter beds and services for unhoused residents, plus $15.8 million for trash and graffiti removal). The budget office characterized FY 2024 as a "pinch year" for the General Fund due to expiring pandemic relief funds, with an estimated $66 million in ongoing programs currently funded through one-time dollars that will require alternative funding sources in future years.

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  • REGULAR MEETING OF WILMINGTON CITY COUNCIL October 2 ...

    Wilmington, DE
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    The Wilmington City Council held a regular meeting on October 2, 2025, featuring recognition resolutions for local organizations and individuals (including Black Restaurant Week 2025, Hispanic Heritage Month, and various community leaders), sympathy resolutions for deceased residents, and legislative business including an ordinance to permit commercial recreation and public assembly uses in the M-1 zoning district and a proposed temporary moratorium on foreclosures for property owners on tax payment plans. The meeting was held virtually with in-person participation available at the Louis L. Redding City/County Building, with public comment registration required by 6:45 PM.

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  • Township-Manual-Chapter-6.pdf

    Indianapolis, IN
    Other

    This chapter from a 2010 township manual outlines the structure and governance of township boards, including election procedures, member qualifications, and operational requirements. Township boards consist of three elected residents serving four-year terms, with members required to take oaths of office and maintain township residency. The manual specifies that boards must meet annually by the first Tuesday after the first Monday in January to elect a chairman and secretary, with a quorum of any two members, and establishes salary guidelines allowing boards to set compensation at amounts equal to or exceeding 1980 levels, subject to certain restrictions on salary reductions.

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  • Fair Housing Resolution

    Pottsville, PA
    Proposal

    The City of Pottsville adopted a Fair Housing Resolution affirming its commitment to preventing housing discrimination based on race, color, sex, national origin, religion, familial status, disability, age, ancestry, and use of guide or support animals, in compliance with the Federal Fair Housing Act and Pennsylvania Human Relations Act. The resolution requires the city to assist residents who believe they have experienced housing discrimination by directing them to file complaints with the local Fair Housing Officer, Pennsylvania Human Relations Commission, or U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. The city commits to publicizing the resolution and fair housing information annually through local media, conducting at least one public fair housing activity per year, and using fair housing logos on housing program materials to educate the public about their rights and inform property owners and developers of their legal responsibilities.

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  • Boards & Commissions - City of Huntsville

    Huntsville, AL
    Other

    The City of Huntsville maintains approximately 60 local and regional boards and commissions with volunteer positions appointed by the Mayor and City Council to provide advisory, policy, and governing roles that shape community quality of life. Membership terms range from two to six years with time commitments varying from a few hours to over 20 hours monthly, and positions may require specific professional expertise, residency within the city, ethics training, and background checks. Interested residents are encouraged to review individual board requirements and submit applications via email or an online interest form.

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