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  • AGENDA Westtown Township Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting

    Mar 2, 2026

    ·West Chester, PA
    Agenda

    The Westtown Township Board of Supervisors regular meeting scheduled for Monday, March 2, 2026, at 7:30 PM will include departmental reports, approval of previous meeting minutes, and several new business items including authorization of development agreements for the Sarah Starkweather Elementary School project, consideration of a field use agreement with West Chester United Soccer Club/Penn Fusion Soccer Academy, and approval of change orders and payment applications for the Pleasant Grove Force Main Reconstruction and Pump Station projects. The agenda also includes a Good Stewardship Award presentation to the Church of Loving Shepherd, consideration of ordinance amendments related to swimming pools and hot tubs, and various community announcements regarding recreational activities and yard waste collection.

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  • NOTICE OF MEETING AND CITY COUNCIL AGENDAi MONDAY, MARCH 2, 2026 – 6:00 P.M.

Mar 2, 2026

·Kansas City, MO
Agenda

This is a March 2, 2026 Jefferson City, Missouri City Council meeting agenda scheduled for 6:00 P.M. at the John G. Christy Municipal Building. The agenda includes a financial update presentation by Shiela Pearre, consideration of consent items including a surplus property sale to MoDOT and a police department UTV purchase, and introduction of eight bills covering parking and traffic amendments, a $50,000 air service guarantee agreement with Columbia Regional Airport, multiple subdivision and land use approvals, and a tax credit agreement for a conference center project.

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  • CITY OF PITTSBURGH Planning Commission

    Sep 23, 2025

    ·Pittsburgh, PA
    Agenda

    The Pittsburgh Planning Commission will hold a hybrid meeting on September 23, 2025, at 1:00 p.m. to address multiple items including approval of minutes, consideration of three major subdivision and lot line revision projects across various neighborhoods, and hearings on demolition and construction proposals. The agenda also includes discussion of zoning map amendments for the Hazelwood RIV-GI District and two citywide zoning code text amendments regarding application approval and completeness determination deadlines. Public testimony will be accepted in person at the Basement Conference Room or via Zoom webinar.

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  • WORCESTER TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION Meeting Minutes July 24, 2025 | 7:00 PM

    Jul 24, 2025

    ·Worcester, MA
    Minutes

    The Worcester Township Planning Commission met on July 24, 2025, to review several matters including the approval of amended May 22, 2025 meeting minutes and discussion of a 1616 Whitehall Farm Improvement Plan application from DePaul, which was tabled after the applicant failed to appear. The Commission also directed staff to integrate a draft Sign Ordinance with existing redline versions, conduct a thorough review of language requirements for enforceability, consult Montgomery County and Franconia Township ordinances for reference, and compile a comprehensive binder of all Township-owned properties with supporting documentation.

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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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  • Summit County Planning Commission (SCPC) Thursday, March 28, 2024 - 3:00 p.m.

    Mar 28, 2024

    ·Akron, OH
    Agenda

    The Summit County Planning Commission held meetings on February 22, 2024, and scheduled a subsequent meeting for March 28, 2024, at 3:00 p.m. in the County Council Chambers in Akron, Ohio. The March 28 agenda included consideration of five new business items: a multi-phase Swan Lake subdivision preliminary plan in Copley Township, proposed zoning text amendments in Coventry Township addressing commercial trash dumpsters and self-storage facilities, a zoning certificate amendment in Northfield Center Township, and solar panel disposal regulations also in Northfield Center Township, plus review of the Kingdom Preserve preliminary plan from Springfield Township proposing 36 units. The February 22 meeting included approval of prior minutes and establishment of a quorum, with no specific budget figures or final decisions documented in the provided materials.

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  • 2022 ZONING ORDINANCE

    May 7, 2022

    ·Kingston, PA
    Proposal

    Kingston Borough's 2022 Zoning Ordinance is a comprehensive draft document prepared by professional planning consultants that establishes zoning regulations for the municipality in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania. The ordinance covers general provisions, definitions, and general regulations including requirements for accessory structures, setbacks, fences, utilities, stormwater management, and zoning districts. The document spans 217 pages and includes detailed sections on compliance, land development approval, yard requirements, visibility standards, and special use regulations such as those for manufactured homes, recreational vehicles, and renewable energy systems.

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  • MINUTES: JULY 19, 2016 MEETING 1 AMBLER BOROUGH COUNCIL MINUTES

    Jul 19, 2016

    ·Ambler, PA
    Minutes

    The July 19, 2016 Ambler Borough Council meeting included recognition of Administrative Sergeant John C. Keefer's retirement from the police department and a public hearing on Ordinance 1099, which proposed repealing the Riparian Buffer Ordinance 1095 adopted in May 2016. The hearing revealed divided public opinion, with residents citing property rights concerns and inconsistent enforcement on one side, while others argued the ordinance protects sensitive riparian zones for community benefit; the solicitor clarified that Ordinance 1095 contains no enforceable restrictions and merely provides guidelines, while the floodplain ordinance remains in effect.

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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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  • YORK TOWNSHIP SUBDIVISION AND LAND DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE Adopted 9/11/2012

    Sep 11, 2012

    ·York, PA
    Proposal

    York Township adopted Ordinance 2012-12 on September 11, 2012, establishing the Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance to govern land subdivision and development within the township. The ordinance was subsequently amended on October 28, 2013, via Ordinance 2013-7. The document outlines the ordinance's applicability, authority, purpose, and references to related township regulations including zoning, comprehensive planning, floodplain management, stormwater management, and utility standards.

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  • Places2040-final public draft

    Lancaster, PA
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    Places2040 is a comprehensive plan for Lancaster County, Pennsylvania, prepared by the Lancaster County Planning Commission in August 2018 with extensive input from county residents and a diverse coalition of stakeholders including businesses, agricultural organizations, environmental groups, and community development partners. The final public draft document was developed through a collaborative process involving the County Board of Commissioners, Planning Commission staff, and numerous local organizations focused on guiding the county's future development and quality of life.

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  • NORTH LEBANON TOWNSHIP SUBDIVISION AND LAND DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE

    Lebanon, PA
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  • 2024 Springfield Township Master Plan

    Springfield, IL
    Other

    The Springfield Township Master Plan, adopted on January 23, 2024, is a comprehensive planning document prepared by the Planning Commission that outlines the township's vision and strategy across multiple areas including natural resources, infrastructure, economic development, housing, transportation, and senior services. The plan was developed with input from the Township Board and planning consultants, and includes a future land use map, zoning plan, action strategies, and community engagement findings. The 214-page document serves as a guide for implementing the township's long-term goals and development priorities.

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  • Township of ~ 1BILLINGS The Corporation of the Township of Billings

    Billings, MT
    Agenda

    The Township of Billings Council meeting agenda for March 7th, 2023 includes approval of previous meeting minutes, a presentation by Manitoulin Streams on stream protection and restoration projects, and multiple staff reports covering health and safety, by-law enforcement, a backyard chicken by-law amendment, bulk water and fire hall renovation updates, and Old Mill Road tender results. The agenda also addresses correspondence regarding support for the Manitoulin Island Cycling Advocates' 11th annual Manitoulin Passage Ride event and includes routine items such as accounts for payment, information items, and by-law confirmations.

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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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  • ANCHORAGE, ALASKA AR No. 2017-192, As Amended

    Anchorage, AK
    Proposal

    Resolution 2017-192 seeks Assembly approval of the Heritage Land Bank's 2017 Annual Work Program and 2018-2022 Five-Year Management Plan, which outlines proposed land acquisitions, inventory management, transfers, and disposal activities for municipal uncommitted land. The Heritage Land Bank Advisory Commission held a public hearing on April 13, 2017, and recommended approval of the plan in accordance with Anchorage Municipal Code requirements that mandate submission of a five-year management plan at least once every five years. The resolution was scheduled for reading on May 9, 2017, but was postponed indefinitely on July 25, 2017.

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  • ORDINANCE NO. 2022-1 STORMWATER MANAGEMENT ORDINANCE

    Hazleton, PA
    Proposal

    The City of Hazleton adopted Ordinance No. 2022-1 on February 8, 2022, establishing a comprehensive Stormwater Management Ordinance that supersedes the previous 2007 ordinance. The ordinance addresses inadequate stormwater management from development, which increases runoff volumes, erosion, flooding risks, and water pollution, and establishes standards for stormwater management plans, site requirements, operation and maintenance responsibilities, fees, prohibited discharges, and enforcement mechanisms. The ordinance includes nine articles covering general provisions, definitions, management standards, permit requirements, operation and maintenance agreements, enforcement procedures, and supplementary appendices with technical worksheets and district maps.

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  • COMPREHENSIVE PLAN

    Norristown, PA
    Other

    The East Norriton Township Comprehensive Plan, adopted by the Board of Supervisors on February 26, 2019 and prepared by T&M Associates, serves as a long-range planning document for the township. The plan includes a community profile section covering demographics, housing stock, employment characteristics, land use patterns, and regional context, and was developed through a collaborative process involving the Board of Supervisors, Planning Commission, and a dedicated Comprehensive Plan Committee. The document establishes goals and objectives to guide future development and decision-making for the township.

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  • Northwestern Lancaster County Comprehensive Plan 2024

    Lancaster, PA
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    The Northwestern Lancaster County Comprehensive Plan, prepared by the Lancaster County Planning Department in July 2024, outlines a shared vision and common goals for the region's future through 2040. The document was developed collaboratively by Lancaster County leadership, planning staff, and representatives from participating municipalities including Conoy Township, Elizabethtown Borough, Mount Joy Township, and West Donegal Township. The plan addresses regional concerns and identifies strategic initiatives to guide coordinated development and implementation across Northwestern Lancaster County.

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  • I. Call Meeting To Order II. Invocation - Council Member Litchfield III.

    Greenville, SC
    Agenda

    The Greenville City Council agenda for April 8, 2021 virtual meeting included recognition of a Public Works Department retiree, appointments to multiple boards and commissions (Environmental Advisory Commission, Human Relations Council, Convention & Visitors Authority, Recreation & Parks Commission, and Youth Council), and four public hearings covering a commercial park annexation, high-density residential rezoning request, zoning ordinance amendments, and acceptance of grants for building reuse and economic development. The meeting included a 30-minute public comment period and city manager's report with no direct fiscal impact noted for the appointments agenda item.

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  • Zoning Ordinance – 2023

    Kingston, PA
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  • Penn Township Zoning Ordinance - eCode360

    Lansford, PA
    Proposal

    Penn Township's Board of Supervisors presented a comprehensive Zoning Ordinance for public hearing on January 10, 2022, establishing updated Chapter 27 regulations for Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The ordinance creates multiple zoning districts including Conservation, Agricultural, Suburban Residential, Village, Medium Density Residential, Mixed Use, Commercial, Limited Commercial, Quarry, Industrial, Commercial Light Industrial, and overlay districts for airport safety and natural resources. The document outlines detailed provisions covering district regulations, use permissions, setbacks, parking requirements, landscaping, signage, and performance standards to guide future development in Penn Township.

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  • Carlisle Borough Climate Action Plan

    Carlisle, PA
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    Carlisle Borough approved a comprehensive Climate Action Plan on January 13, 2022, developed by the Borough's Climate Action Commission in partnership with ICLEI – Local Governments for Sustainability, to outline local actions and policies for reducing the borough's greenhouse gas emissions. The plan was created through collaboration among local government officials, external agencies including the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, and community stakeholders, with funding support from the US Department of Energy State Energy Program. The document serves as a roadmap for implementing climate mitigation strategies at the local level.

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  • Pottstown Metropolitan Region Comprehensive Plan ● 2015 Update

    Pottstown, PA
    Other

    The Pottstown Metropolitan Region Comprehensive Plan 2015 Update is a regional planning document prepared by the Montgomery County Planning Commission covering eight municipalities across Montgomery and Chester counties, including Pottstown Borough and surrounding townships. The plan establishes regional goals and objectives across economic development, housing, parks and recreation, open space, natural resources protection, agriculture, transportation, and community facilities, while documenting the region's socio-economic conditions, natural and historic resources, and existing land use patterns. The document was finalized in April 2015 and was developed by a regional planning committee with representatives from each participating municipality.

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  • Greenville Borough & Hem Greenville Borough & Hem Greenville Borough & Hem

    Greenville, SC
    Other

    This document is the cover and introductory pages of the 2004 Joint Comprehensive Plan for Greenville Borough and Hempfield Township, with the tagline "Building on the past and planning together for the future." The plan was prepared by Mackin Engineering Company and Johnson, Mirmiran, and Thompson, with funding support from the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development's Land Use Planning and Technical Assistance Program (LUPTAP) grant. The plan was developed collaboratively with input from representatives of both municipalities' councils, planning commissions, county planning agencies, school boards, economic development organizations, hospitals, and community groups.

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  • MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE ...

    Baltimore, MD
    Minutes

    The Board of Public Works met on July 22, 2009, in Annapolis with Governor Martin O'Malley, Treasurer Nancy K. Kopp, and Comptroller Peter Franchot present. The agenda included items from multiple state departments covering agricultural cost-share programs, grants, procurement reports, wetlands licenses, bonds, environmental initiatives, construction contracts, maintenance contracts, real property transactions, and capital grants and loans across the state. The meeting reviewed funding mechanisms including General Construction Project Contingency Funds and multiple Maryland Consolidated Capital Bond Loans from 1988 through 2009, with requirements that state agencies provide assurances projects could be completed with allocated funds.

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  • 2020 Financial Statement

    Ambler, PA
    Budget

    This document is the 2020 Financial Statement and Supplementary Information for the Borough of Ambler, containing the complete audit and accounting records for the fiscal year ended December 31, 2020. The financial statement includes government-wide and fund financial statements for governmental, proprietary, and fiduciary funds, along with notes and required supplementary information regarding pension plans and OPEB liabilities. The document is organized to provide detailed financial position, activities, revenues, expenditures, and fund balance information for public transparency and governance purposes.

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  • COUNCIL MINUTES The City Council of the City of Raleigh ...

    Raleigh, NC
    Minutes

    The Raleigh City Council met on September 19, 2023, and adopted a resolution consenting to the Wake County Housing Authority's issuance of bonds to finance the rehabilitation of seven affordable housing developments, five of which are located within Raleigh: Avonlea, Jeffries Ridge, Madison Glen, Ripley Station, and Tryon Grove. These five Raleigh properties collectively provide 292 units of affordable housing for households earning no more than 60% of the area median income and had previously received gap financing from the City. The consent agenda and the housing authority resolution were both approved unanimously on 8-0 votes.

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  • Mayor's Recommended Budget Book FY 2021-22

    Salt Lake City, UT
    Budget

    Salt Lake City's Mayor presented the recommended budget for fiscal year 2021-22, with a General Fund budget of just under $350 million, reflecting the city's relatively strong financial position despite 2020 challenges. The budget includes no staffing or service cuts and maintains current or expanded staffing levels, with any revenue shortfalls covered by the city's fund balance. The budget is enhanced by federal investments from President Biden's American Rescue Plan and increased bond capacity, enabling significant capital investments in infrastructure, emergency services, parks, and utilities.

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  • ferguson township board of supervisors

    State College, PA
    Minutes

    Ferguson Township Board of Supervisors held a regular meeting on February 4, 2019, with an agenda including discussion of draft amendments to the Township's Zoning and Subdivision and Land Development ordinances, which have been in development since 2017 with planning firm Environmental Planning & Design. The meeting also included a special report on the Clearwater Conservancy Scotia Young Forest Conservation Initiative, approval of previous meeting minutes, and several new business items including a public hearing resolution on agreements with Thistlewood Homeowners Association and a liquor license modification request for Giant Food Stores. The Board planned an open house on February 21st to gather citizen input before presenting the ordinance amendments for public hearing and potential adoption in May 2019.

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