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  • City Council — Minutes 4/8/2026

    Apr 8, 2026

    ·Boston, MA
    Minutes

    The Boston City Council held a regular meeting on April 8, 2026, with 11 of 12 councilors present. The Council approved and referred multiple appropriation measures to the Committee on Ways and Means, including the Annual Appropriation and Tax Order for FY2027, a $40 million appropriation to the Other Post-Employment Benefits Liability Trust Fund (addressing a $2.68 billion unfunded liability), $3.5 million for transportation infrastructure improvements, $5 million for coastal resilience projects, and a $384.7 million appropriation for various capital improvement projects across city departments.

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  • City Council — Minutes 2026-04-08

    Apr 8, 2026

    ·Boston, MA
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  • Finance, Native Communities, and Tribal Governments Committee — Minutes 4/7/2026

    Apr 7, 2026

    ·Seattle, WA
    Minutes

    On April 7, 2026, the Finance, Native Communities, and Tribal Governments Committee met and unanimously recommended passage of three ordinances: CB 121184 expanding the Director of Finance and Administrative Services' authority to execute leases for transitional encampment purposes; CB 121185 amending the 2026 budget to address homelessness response; and CB 121187 authorizing the Mayor to accept and expend grants, private funding, and subsidized loans from non-City sources. The committee also heard an informational item on the State and City Tribal Relations Framework.

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  • Minutes from the February 10, 2026 Regular Meeting

    Feb 10, 2026

    ·Hazleton, PA
    Minutes

    On February 10, 2026, Hazleton City Council held a regular meeting where members unanimously approved several items on second and final readings, including Ordinance 2026-1 terminating a right-of-way easement along South Conahan Drive. The council also passed on first reading Ordinance 2026-2 to name and dedicate streets within the Allen Ridge Subdivision, pending engineer approval and development plan compliance. Additionally, the council adopted resolutions proclaiming February 9-15, 2026 as FBLA week and appointing John Tunnessen to the Hazleton City Housing Authority and Laura Stancu to the Zoning Hearing Board.

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  • COUNCIL WORK SESSION - February 3, 2026

    Feb 3, 2026

    ·Ambler, PA
    Minutes

    The Ambler Borough Council held a reorganization meeting on January 5, 2026, at which Liz Iovine was elected President (9-0), Lou Orehek was elected Vice President (5-4), and Karen Sheedy was elected President Pro Tem (9-0). The Council approved a 2026 meeting schedule with committee meetings on the first Tuesday of each month and business meetings on the third Tuesday at 7:00 p.m., and appointed key borough positions including Borough Manager Kyle Detweiler, Treasurer Marita Bondi, Finance Director James Gambles, and various professional service providers. A subsequent work session was scheduled for February 3, 2026, to address committee reports and a public service announcement regarding snow plowing and removal.

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  • i LPSC B&E Open Session January 14, 2026 Baton Rouge, LA

    Jan 14, 2026

    ·Baton Rouge, LA
    Minutes

    The Louisiana Public Service Commission held its January 14, 2026 Business and Executive Open Session in Baton Rouge with all five commissioners present. The meeting included elections for 2026 leadership positions (Chairman, Vice Chairman, and representatives to OMS, ERSC, and SPP), consideration of several docketed and undocketed matters including cases involving Entergy Louisiana and Dixie Electric Membership Corporation, and discussion of topics such as the Commission's Lightning Initiative and retention of outside counsel. The session also included announcements welcoming new regulatory staff and congratulations to local officials.

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  • WIND GAP MUNICIPAL AUTHORITY MEETING MINUTES DECEMBER 17, 2025 Page | 1

    Dec 17, 2025

    ·Wind Gap, PA
    Minutes

    The Wind Gap Municipal Authority Board met on December 17, 2025, and approved financial reports totaling $74,896.77 in general fund expenditures, $136.83 in pump station invoices, and $824 in feasibility escrow invoices. The board discussed a draft employee benefits policy regarding the carryover of personal time, which would allow unused personal time to roll over year-to-year and be converted to sick leave for illness, medical appointments, and family care, with outstanding questions remaining about maximum carryover limits and payout policies upon employee separation or retirement.

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  • December 16, 2025 Meeting Minutes

    Dec 16, 2025

    ·Hazleton, PA
    Minutes

    The Hazleton Government Study Commission met on December 16, 2025, to advance its work on developing a Home Rule Charter for the city. The commission approved meeting schedule changes to the first and third Wednesday of each month at 5:00 PM through August 2026, and consultant Fred Reddig from the Pennsylvania Economy League reviewed the importance of applying clarity, consistency, conciseness, and correctness when drafting the charter. The commission will begin drafting the Legislative Branch section of the charter in January 2026, with draft materials to be distributed in advance, followed by a public meeting to review materials and provide educational information to citizens; the binding charter language will be in English with Spanish translations for informational purposes.

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  • COUNCIL CHAMBERS DECEMBER 10, 2025 MEETING OF THE

    Dec 10, 2025

    ·West Chester, PA
    Minutes

    On December 10, 2025, the Chester City Council held a regular meeting presided over by Mayor Stefan Roots, during which Police Commissioner Katrina Blackwell was sworn in with congratulations from city officials and community members. The council approved previous meeting minutes and addressed several items including Bill No. 5 (Ordinance 5, 2025), a final reading amendment to the Planning and Zoning Code that prohibits construction company and tradesperson headquarters in specific zoning districts and establishes maximum percentages for outdoor storage, and Resolution 147 regarding Grace Manor plan approval with standard stormwater management agreements. Public comments were received on agenda items including questions about amendments to the Pension Board ordinance and stormwater management protocols.

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  • City Council — Minutes 2025-11-19

    Nov 19, 2025

    ·Boston, MA
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  • November 18, 2025 Meeting Minutes

    Nov 18, 2025

    ·Hazleton, PA
    Minutes

    The Hazleton Government Study Commission met on November 18, 2025, to discuss the potential adoption of a Home Rule Charter as an alternative to the city's current form of government. Key speakers included Mayor Panto of Easton (who recommended Home Rule for its revenue flexibility) and City Council President Jim Perry, who emphasized that Home Rule could provide alternative revenue sources like earned income tax to address Hazleton's ongoing challenges in funding essential services. Multiple commissioners expressed support for pursuing a Home Rule Charter, citing the need for revenue options beyond property tax increases.

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  • 1.B. November 18, 2025, Regular Meeting Draft Official Minutes

    Nov 18, 2025

    ·Oklahoma City, OK
    Minutes

    On November 18, 2025, the Oklahoma Water Resources Board held a regular meeting in Oklahoma City with seven of eight board members present. The meeting was called to order by Chairman Tom Gorman at 9:32 a.m. and conducted in accordance with Oklahoma Open Meeting Law, with the agenda posted on November 14, 2025. The draft minutes are scheduled for consideration at the January 20, 2026 Board Meeting and cover standard agenda sections including financial assistance, summary disposition, items of interest, and special consideration items.

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  • 1 REGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DEARBORN November 18, 2025

    Nov 18, 2025

    ·Dearborn, MI
    Minutes

    On November 18, 2025, the Dearborn City Council held a regular meeting with all seven councilmembers present, during which they unanimously adopted four resolutions recognizing community contributions and mourning a passing: Council Citations for teacher Sandi Smith (52-year career), community member Mustapha Hawily, and Dr. Mohammad Ibrahim (for saving a resident's life), and condolences for the death of James R. Stokes. The Council also approved all items on the Consent Agenda and began consideration of a petition by Mourad Ahmed to vacate an 18-foot public alley adjacent to his property on Colson Avenue.

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  • 1 REGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL November 18, 2025 AGENDA 1. ROLL CALL 2.

    Nov 18, 2025

    ·Dearborn, MI
    Minutes

    The Dearborn City Council held a regular meeting on November 18, 2025, during which it unanimously passed several resolutions recognizing community members and city employees for their contributions and service. The council approved a consent agenda that included multiple expenditures and grants, including a $25,000 Michigan Economic Development Corporation grant for the WDDDA, a $44,998 contract for security camera installation at parking decks, a $40,938 contract for an audio-visual system at the Department of Public Works, and a $150,000 purchase of emergency supply kit items. The agenda also included routine matters such as roll call, invocation, and public comment, along with a resolution to vacate a public alley for property owner Mourad Ahmed.

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  • November 5, 2025 Meeting Minutes

    Nov 5, 2025

    ·Hazleton, PA
    Minutes

    The Hazleton Government Study Commission met on November 5, 2025, to discuss the development of a potential Home Rule Charter for the city. During the meeting, commissioners reviewed subcommittee reports detailing governance structures from other Pennsylvania municipalities, including Altoona's manager-council model and Williamsport's strong mayor-council form, to inform their recommendations. The Commission discussed its nine-month reporting deadline (with possible extensions) and the requirement to submit any proposed charter 13 weeks before an election, though several commissioners expressed the need for additional time to study governance options and gather community input before proceeding to a vote.

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  • November 3, 2025 OAKLAND YOUTH COMMISSION MEETING MINUTES

    Nov 3, 2025

    ·Oakland, CA
    Minutes

    On November 3, 2025, the Oakland Youth Commission held a meeting with 14 commissioners present to approve minutes and adopt elected executive committee members. The commission heard presentations from At-Large Council Member Rowena Brown, who discussed her work on the budget process and efforts to create an AI Hub in Oakland, and from Adriana Villegas of the Oakland Unified School District All City Council. The swearing-in ceremony with the Mayor was postponed to the next meeting scheduled for November 17, 2025.

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  • City Council Meeting Minutes October 27, 2025 Approved November 10, 2025

    Oct 27, 2025

    ·Coatesville, PA
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    On October 27, 2025, the Coatesville City Council held a regular meeting where they approved the October 13 meeting minutes and accounts payables by unanimous vote. John Sly from ALS/Westwood EMS presented year-to-date emergency response data, reporting 1,261 total responses with 111 responses in September, including 114 medical incidents, six falls, four vehicle accidents, four overdoses, and four cardiac arrests; he also announced that outgoing EMS Chief Kennedy is transitioning to local government after 15 years of service and will be replaced by Chief Barnes.

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  • METROPOLITAN PLANNING COMMISSION DRAFT MINUTES October 23, 2025

    Oct 23, 2025

    ·Nashville, TN
    Minutes

    The Metropolitan Planning Commission held a regular meeting on October 23, 2025, at 4:00 pm in Nashville with nine of ten commissioners present, including Chair Greg Adkins and Vice-Chair Jessica Farr. The Commission guides growth and development in Nashville and Davidson County with a focus on sustainable community development, neighborhood preservation, and infrastructure efficiency. The document establishes procedural information about the Commission's operations, meeting schedule, decision-making authority on planning applications, and public participation options, including live streaming and online access to agendas and staff reports.

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  • October 21, 2025 Meeting Minutes

    Oct 21, 2025

    ·Hazleton, PA
    Minutes

    The City of Hazleton Government Study Commission met on October 21, 2025, to discuss Home Rule Charter development and governance structures. The Commission reviewed case studies from similar Pennsylvania municipalities (New Castle, Carlisle, and Wilkes-Barre), gathering insights on mayoral structures, council configurations, and administrative models to inform Hazleton's charter recommendations. The Commission must complete its findings and recommendations within nine months, with a completed charter deadline of mid-August 2026, and discussed potential changes to the meeting schedule for November 18.

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  • 1 REGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL October 21, 2025 AGENDA 1. ROLL CALL 2.

    Oct 21, 2025

    ·Dearborn, MI
    Minutes

    On October 21, 2025, the Dearborn City Council held a regular meeting that included several resolutions recognizing October as Michigan Library Appreciation Month and Breast Cancer Awareness Month, as well as honoring The Pink Sisters nonprofit organization and community member Mary Petlichkoff. The consent agenda included multiple contract awards and authorizations, including $119,500 to Muck-Men for irrigation pond dredging at Dearborn Hills Golf Course, $449,500 to Fuse It Piping LLC for irrigation system repairs at the same facility, $412,576 to Stryker Sales for powered stair chairs for the Fire Department, and acceptance of a $475,000 FY2023 State and Local Cybersecurity Grant.

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  • City Council Meeting Minutes October 13, 2025 Approved October 27, 2025

    Oct 13, 2025

    ·Coatesville, PA
    Minutes

    The Coatesville City Council held a regular meeting on October 13, 2025, where they unanimously appointed Rob Jefferson as City Solicitor following his transition to the law firm Unruh, Turner, Burke & Frees. The Council also conducted a public hearing on the HND Hilltop Neighborhood Development Overlay LERTA District Ordinance, which would establish tax exemptions from real estate property tax for certain deteriorated properties within a designated neighborhood development overlay district, in compliance with Pennsylvania's Local Economic Revitalization Tax Assistance Act.

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  • City Council — Minutes 2025-10-01

    Oct 1, 2025

    ·Boston, MA
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  • Des Moines City Council Agenda for 9/29/2025 Regular Meeting

    Sep 29, 2025

    ·Des Moines, IA
    Minutes

    The Des Moines City Council held a regular meeting on September 29, 2025, featuring a closed session at 3:30 PM for litigation strategy discussions and a proclamation honoring Fire Prevention Week. The consent agenda included routine approvals of 55 items, including 5 new alcoholic beverage license applications (for establishments like Des Moines Marriott and Platform), 27 renewal applications for existing liquor licenses, and special event permits for Apres Bar Co.

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  • 1 REGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL September 23, 2025 AGENDA 1. ROLL CALL 2.

    Sep 23, 2025

    ·Dearborn, MI
    Minutes

    This September 23, 2025 council meeting agenda includes ceremonial resolutions honoring Pastor Colleen Nieman's retirement, recognizing Ali Mroueh's service, and offering condolences to the family of Sarah Ahmad Mochawrab. The consent agenda authorizes several contracts and expenditures totaling over $572,000, including concrete repair at the Ford Community & Performing Arts Center ($214,602), holiday lighting installation ($60,000), asphalt resurfacing for city parking lots ($200,000), electrical work at Peace Park West ($63,150), and a new Senior Attorney Administrative position in the Law Department with an approximate annual cost of $135,000.

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  • City Council — Minutes 2025-09-10

    Sep 10, 2025

    ·Boston, MA
    Minutes
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  • City Council — Minutes 2025-08-27

    Aug 27, 2025

    ·Boston, MA
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  • Hazleton City Council Meeting Minutes August 12, 2025 Page 1 MINUTES

    Aug 12, 2025

    ·Hazleton, PA
    Minutes

    On August 12, 2025, Hazleton City Council held a regular meeting where several ordinances and resolutions were discussed, including Ordinance 2025-6 authorizing the issuance of general obligation bonds not to exceed $15,000,000, with approximately $10,000,000 earmarked for city road paving projects. An executive session was held prior to the meeting regarding personnel and litigation issues, and a resolution authorizing enhanced security measures for the mayor and employees was added to the agenda. The council also discussed ordinances related to tree regulations and eminent domain proceedings at 630 Hanover Court, with public comment raising questions about project costs, arborist qualifications, and transparency procedures for the city's borrowing and debt management.

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  • 1 REGULAR MEETING OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DEARBORN August 12, 2025

    Aug 12, 2025

    ·Dearborn, MI
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    The Dearborn City Council held a regular meeting on August 12, 2025, with all seven council members present. The council unanimously adopted several resolutions honoring community members and organizations, including recognizing Hadi Mazraani as a state wrestling champion, acknowledging charitable contributions from local businesses, celebrating a resident's 80th birthday, and honoring the community work of Leaders Advancing and Helping Communities (LAHC). The council also extended public comment from 7:24 P.M. to 8:30 P.M. and approved all items on the Consent Agenda.

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  • Minutes from the August 12, 2025 Regular Meeting

    Aug 12, 2025

    ·Hazleton, PA
    Minutes

    On August 12, 2025, Hazleton City Council held a regular meeting where members discussed several ordinances and resolutions, including a proposed $15 million general obligation bond for city road paving projects (with $10 million earmarked for roads) and an ordinance regarding enhanced security measures for city officials and employees authorized under the Sunshine Act. The council also addressed an ordinance amending tree regulations and proceedings for eminent domain action at 630 Hanover Court, while citizens raised questions about arborist qualifications, final project costs, and transparency procedures related to the city's borrowing and debt restructuring plans.

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  • August 5, 2025 Meeting Minutes

    Aug 5, 2025

    ·Hazleton, PA
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    The City of Hazleton Government Study Commission met on August 5, 2025, to advance its review of the city's governmental structure with support from Pennsylvania Economy League consultants. The Commission approved previous meeting minutes and invoices, reviewed its purpose and bylaws, and adopted a nine-month timeline to study the Optional Third-Class City Plan B and comparable Home Rule Charters in other municipalities through interviews and sub-committees. If voters approve a charter change following the Commission's recommendation, an additional nine months would be allocated for charter drafting.

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