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CITY OF SPOKANE REGARDING CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS
Feb 9, 2026
·Spokane, WA
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The City of Spokane scheduled City Council meetings for February 9, 2026, including an Agenda Review Session at 3:30 p.m. and a Legislative Session at 6:00 p.m., held in City Council Chambers at City Hall with virtual participation available via WebEx and live streaming on Channel 5 and online platforms. Members of the public may provide testimony during the meetings by signing up online between February 6-9, 2026, or in person on February 9 starting at 8:00 a.m., with testimony limited to matters related to city affairs, operations, and services.
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PERFORMANCE BASED FUNDING COUNCIL FINAL REPORT MAY 5, 2025

May 5, 2025

·State College, PA

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The Performance-Based Funding Council submitted its final report on May 5, 2025, establishing recommendations for implementing a performance-based funding model for Pennsylvania's state-related universities under Act 90 of 2024. The Council recommended making itself permanent, applying the performance-based model to new funds beginning fiscal year 2026-2027, and establishing a maximum performance allocation with metrics to determine earned amounts based on institutional performance. The report includes summaries from four public hearings, testimony from various stakeholders, and appendices detailing performance metrics and in-demand occupation codes.

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Nov 26, 2024

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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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Volume 49 Number 50 Saturday, December 14, 2019 • Harrisburg, PA

Dec 14, 2019

·Minersville, PA

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This is the December 14, 2019 Pennsylvania Bulletin, a weekly publication (Volume 49, Number 50) containing official state documents and notices from multiple Pennsylvania government agencies, including the Governor, General Assembly, Courts, and various departments. The bulletin serves as the official publication for Commonwealth documents, rules, and regulatory information, with a subscription rate of $87 per year and individual copies at $2.50. The issue includes gubernatorial proclamations and vetoes, including an amendment to a disaster emergency proclamation and a veto of House Bill 321.

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Town of Bristol Zoning Regulations Adopted by Town Vote March 7, 2017

Mar 7, 2017

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On March 7, 2017, the Town of Bristol adopted comprehensive zoning regulations through a town vote. The regulations establish multiple zoning districts including Village Business, Residential Office Commercial, Village Mixed, Recreational, Commercial, High Density Residential, Village Residential, and Rural Agricultural zones, with standards and requirements for each district. The new regulations repeal former zoning bylaws and include provisions for interpretation, amendments, and enforcement across the town's designated zoning map.

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Volume 43 Number 40 Saturday, October 5, 2013 • Harrisburg, PA Pages 5787—5978

Oct 5, 2013

·Harrisburg, PA

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This document is the Pennsylvania Bulletin for October 5, 2013, a weekly official publication containing notices, rules, and regulatory actions from Commonwealth agencies. The issue includes content from various state departments and agencies such as the Courts, Department of Environmental Protection, Department of Health, Public Utility Commission, and others, spanning pages 5787-5978 with a detailed subject index for January-September 2013. The bulletin is published by Fry Communications under the direction of the Pennsylvania Legislative Reference Bureau with an annual subscription rate of $82.00.

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BRISTOL TOWNSHIP ZONING ORDINANCE First Approved and Adopted November 8, 1955

Nov 8, 1955

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The Bristol Township Zoning Ordinance, first adopted on November 8, 1955, and last revised on April 14, 2022, establishes zoning regulations for the unincorporated area of Bristol Township to promote public health, safety, and general welfare by regulating building location, size, height, land use, lot dimensions, and yard requirements. The ordinance divides the township into multiple zones and districts (including residential, business, industrial, apartment, planned residential community, and mobile home park categories) and provides methods for administration and enforcement through a zoning inspector, zoning commission, and board of appeals. The comprehensive document includes 42 sections covering topics such as prohibited uses, setback requirements, parking facilities, sign regulations, wind turbine standards, and telecommunication tower facilities, with appendices detailing zoning rates, variances, district use tables, and development standards.

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CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS RULES – PUBLIC DECORUM

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The document establishes public decorum rules for City Council meetings, prohibiting clapping, cheering, booing, and outbursts, with a three-minute time limit for public comments and a restriction limiting individuals to speaking once per month during open forum. Additional rules specify that open forum discussions must relate to City affairs and exclude current or pending agenda items, profanity, and personal insults, while public testimony on legislative items is also limited to three minutes per speaker unless the Chair determines less time is needed to accommodate all speakers.

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Board of Supervisors Meeting Information

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This document provides administrative information about San Diego County Board of Supervisors meetings, including their schedule (Tuesdays at 9 a.m. at the County Administration Center) and two-session format—a General Legislative Session on Tuesday and a Land Use Legislative Session on Wednesday. The document outlines accessibility accommodations available to the public, including alternative format agendas, assistive listening devices, sign language interpreters, and Spanish language translation services (with additional languages available upon request with 72 hours' notice). It also includes meeting conduct guidelines and contact information for the Clerk of the Board office for requests or inquiries.

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The "Thrive 2035" comprehensive plan is a multi-municipal planning document for the Greater Hazleton area, developed collaboratively by the City of Hazleton, Borough of West Hazleton, and Hazle Township. The plan establishes a shared vision and overarching goals while addressing five priority areas: Housing, Economic Vitality, Youth, Services and Amenities, and Resilient Systems. The document includes community outreach efforts, a catalyst project, and an implementation strategy to guide regional development through 2035.

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ZONING ORDINANCE DEARBORN COUNTY

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The Dearborn County Zoning Ordinance was adopted through a multi-step process that began with a public hearing by the Board of Commissioners on February 22, 2000, followed by amendments on March 23, 2000, and final approval by the Plan Commission on April 24, 2000 and the Board of Commissioners on July 3, 2000. The document establishes the zoning framework for Dearborn County and lists the members of the Plan Commission, Board of Commissioners, Zoning Committee, and planning staff responsible for implementing and administering the ordinance.

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OKLAHOMA STATUTES TITLE 19. COUNTIES AND COUNTY OFFICERS

Oklahoma City, OK

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This document is a table of contents for Oklahoma Statutes Title 19, which outlines the legal framework governing counties and county officers in Oklahoma. It covers topics including county powers and property management, board of commissioners authority, legal proceedings, county government structure, home rule charter procedures, and election processes. The content is a statutory reference document rather than a record of specific discussions, decisions, or budget allocations from a particular meeting.

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Michigan's Freedom of Information Act

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Michigan's Township Focus magazine (September 2025) features an article on Michigan's Freedom of Information Act as part of the Michigan Townships Association's official publication. The issue includes coverage of the ESTA program's October 1 implementation for small business townships, professional development retreat announcements, and specific rules governing township board meetings. MTA President Harold Koviak's message emphasizes the need to recruit younger individuals into township service, noting that only 3% of elected township officials are under age 40 according to a 2024 survey, and calls for education initiatives to engage residents and young people in local government.

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Part I: Administrative Legislation Chapter 1 GENERAL PROVISIONS 1:1

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2023 Annual Report Monroe County Planning Commission

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The Monroe County Planning Commission's 2023 Annual Report documents the organization's staffing, leadership, and governance structure while commemorating the passing of former Director John Woodling and the retirement of supportive Commissioner John Moyer. The report highlights the Planning Commission's ongoing mission to sustain the county's environmental, economic, and cultural assets, as articulated in the Monroe 2030 Vision Statement, and notes the continuation of key programs including Farmland Preservation and the Open Space Mini Grant program. The Commission maintained municipal partnerships throughout 2023, providing planning and mapping services to local townships and boroughs under established intergovernmental agreements.

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COMPREHENSIVE ANNUAL PERFORMANCE AND EVALUATION REPORT

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The City of Hazleton's Comprehensive Annual Performance and Evaluation Report for Fiscal Year 2022 documents the city's progress implementing its Five-Year Consolidated Plan (2020-2024) under the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program and CDBG-COVID funding. The report, submitted to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, covers performance periods from January 1 through December 31, 2022, and includes sections on goals and outcomes, affordable housing, homelessness services, racial and ethnic composition of assisted families, and monitoring activities. The document represents the third annual progress report under the current five-year strategic plan and includes status updates on CARES Act CDBG-CV funds.

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i RULES OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF JACKSONVILLE As authorized by

Jacksonville, FL

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This document is the Rules of the Council of the City of Jacksonville, updated September 13, 2022 to reflect amendments through Ordinance 2022-645-E, which establishes procedures and governance standards for city council operations. The rules cover council organization, including the roles and election of officers (president, vice president, sergeant-at-arms, chaplain), employee structure, and standards of conduct for council members. The document is a 95-page procedural manual authorizing governance under Section 10.101 of the Ordinance Code.

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CITY OF LEBANON ZONING ORDINANCE Lebanon County, Pennsylvania

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The City of Lebanon adopted a comprehensive Zoning Ordinance on June 22, 2020, funded through a Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development Early Intervention Program Grant. The ordinance establishes zoning districts with specific allowed uses for residential and non-residential areas, dimensional requirements, design standards, historic building protections, floodplain regulations, parking standards, and sign regulations across 180 pages. The document serves as Part 13, Title One of the City of Lebanon's Codified Ordinances and was developed with assistance from Urban Research and Development Corporation.

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CODE OF ORDINANCES of the BOROUGH OF AMBLER Montgomery County, Pennsylvania

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The Code of Ordinances of the Borough of Ambler, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, was adopted by Borough Council on August 15, 2005, and published by General Code Publishers Corp. The document contains 27 chapters of current ordinances organized by subject matter, along with an appendix of temporary ordinances, a key to disposition of all ordinances ever enacted, and an alphabetical index. The Borough, originally settled in 1832 and incorporated in 1888, is governed by elected officials including Mayor Bud Wahl and a nine-member Council, with appointed officials including Borough Manager Rocco Wack and Solicitor Joseph Bresnan.

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This is a table of contents and amendment history for the Honolulu City and County Land Use Ordinance (LUO), originally enacted in 1986 and revised as of February 6, 2024. The document lists over 70 amendments made between 1988 and 2007, covering topics including zoning regulations, parking standards, height restrictions, special districts (such as Waikiki and Chinatown), dwelling types (ohana dwellings, elderly housing), and sign regulations. The document serves as a comprehensive record of zoning and land use policy changes affecting the City and County of Honolulu.

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Township - Michigan

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This is the December 2025 issue of Township Focus, the official publication of the Michigan Townships Association (MTA). The issue features articles on the fiduciary responsibilities of township boards, township recognition for election administration excellence, and a message from 2025 MTA President Kevin Beeson reflecting on the recent passing of former president Harold Koviak and his vision for continuing MTA's mission to serve Michigan townships. The publication serves as a resource for township officials across the state, highlighting governance practices and organizational updates.

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HAZLETON CITY LUZERNE COUNTY PENNSYLVANIA ZONING ORDINANCE

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This is a 2020 Zoning Ordinance for Hazleton City in Luzerne County, Pennsylvania, establishing comprehensive regulations for land use and development. The document outlines zoning district classifications, permitted uses, dimensional requirements, and supplemental regulations covering agricultural, animal-related, and commercial uses, among other categories. The ordinance serves as the foundational framework governing how property can be developed and used throughout the city, with chapters addressing preliminary provisions, construction rules, district boundaries, general regulations, and overlay districts for downtown, energy, and historical preservation areas.

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Administrative Code

Mahanoy City, PA

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The Borough of Mahanoy City adopted a comprehensive Administrative Code in September 2021, developed in response to findings by the Government Study Commission regarding past inconsistencies and missing administrative policies in Borough operations. The code, created in cooperation with Baker Tilly and Borough officials, operationalizes the Home Rule Charter by establishing the organization structure, administrative procedures, financial policies, human resources guidelines, and fiscal controls for the Borough government. The code explicitly preserves the authority of existing Collective Bargaining Agreements and Civil Service requirements, which supersede any conflicting provisions in the Administrative Code.

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Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

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This is an informational guide published by the Pennsylvania Department of Community and Economic Development in March 2020 that explains home rule governance for Pennsylvania local governments. The document provides an overview of home rule's meaning and development, outlines procedures for establishing Government Study Commissions, and details the operations and processes involved in local government reorganization. The publication serves as a reference resource for citizens and local officials seeking to understand Pennsylvania's home rule framework and is not a record of a specific meeting or policy decision.

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2023 Annual Report Monroe County Planning Commission

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The 2023 Annual Report for Monroe County Planning Commission documents staff leadership and organizational structure, including the passing of former Director John Woodling in October 2023 and the retirement of Commissioner John Moyer after 12 years of service. The report highlights the Planning Commission's continued work with local municipalities on planning and mapping services, and notes the county's key initiatives including the Monroe 2030 Vision Statement, Farmland Preservation programs, and Open Space Mini Grant program. The report is presented under Director Christine Meinhart-Fritz's leadership and includes the composition of the 2024 Planning Commission Board and Agricultural Land Preservation Board.

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Annual Report and Financial Statements 2018

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The University of York's 2018 Annual Report and Financial Statements presents the institution's key performance metrics and strategic position. The university reported total income of £367 million with 4,006 staff and 17,475 full-time equivalent students, ranking 119th in the Times Higher Education World University Rankings and 9th in the Europe Teaching Rankings, along with £71 million in research income. The report includes introductions from Vice-Chancellor Koen Lamberts, Acting Vice-Chancellor Saul Tendler, and Council Chair Gerard Lemos reflecting on achievements and challenges, alongside comprehensive financial statements, governance information, and details on the university's research and teaching activities.

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2023 Annual Report Monroe County Planning Commission

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The Monroe County Planning Commission's 2023 Annual Report honors former Director John Woodling, who passed away in October, and acknowledges retiring County Commissioner John Moyer's 12-year tenure of support for planning initiatives including farmland preservation and open space programs. The report outlines the Planning Commission's continued municipal partnerships throughout 2023, providing technical and mapping services to townships and boroughs through established intergovernmental agreements. The organization maintains its mission guided by the Monroe 2030 Vision Statement to sustain the county's environmental, economic, and cultural assets while serving its residents.

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2023 Annual Report Monroe County Planning Commission

Minersville, PA

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The 2023 Annual Report for Monroe County Planning Commission documents the agency's operations and leadership changes, including the passing of former Director John Woodling in October and the retirement of Commissioner John Moyer after 12 years of service. The report outlines the Planning Commission's vision to sustain Monroe County's environmental, economic, and cultural assets while noting the commission's continued partnership with local municipalities on planning and mapping services. Key accomplishments attributed to the Planning Commission include the award-winning Monroe 2020 Comprehensive Plan, three Regional Comprehensive Plans, the Monroe County Open Space Bond, and programs focused on farmland preservation and open space grants.

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BREAKING DOWN THE BUDGET

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Worcester's FY2025 budget of approximately $893 million took effect July 1, 2024, representing a 3.0% increase from the prior fiscal year's $867 million. The budget, titled "Empowering Progress: Investing in Equity, Talent, and Culture," allocates 60% to education ($533 million), 22% to city services ($195 million), and 18% to fixed costs ($165 million), with education spending increasing 5.3% and city services up 4.4% from FY24. Revenue sources include local property taxes (using dual rates of $13.75 per $1,000 for residential and $30.04 per $1,000 for commercial/industrial properties), state and federal aid, and Payment in Lieu of Taxes agreements expected to generate approximately $1.7 million.

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July 2024 Township Focus

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This July 2024 publication from the Michigan Townships Association features an editorial discussing the role of township government in local democracy, with MTA Executive Director Neil Sheridan and President Connie Cargill reflecting on what unites Michigan's 1,240 townships—primarily their residents and officials working to improve community quality of life, public safety, and economic opportunities. The issue includes articles on topics such as board engagement and effective meetings, July and December boards of review procedures, new state rules expanding overtime pay and banning noncompete agreements, and bridging the digital divide in Michigan communities. The publication serves as an official resource for township officials and includes information about MTA training programs for newly elected officials.

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