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1. When can I attend and/or speak at a Mayor and Council meeting?
2. How can I tour City Hall?
3. How do I resolve an issue with a department?

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1. Is there a Noise Ordinance in Hagerstown?
2. Where do I apply for a marriage license?
3. How do I file to run for Mayor or councilmember?

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1. Do I need a license to rent my apartment?
2. Do I need to register a property that is under a rent to own agreement with the tenant?
3. What are the snow removal guidelines?

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1. What do I need a permit for?
2. Where do you make permit applications?
3. How long does it take to get a permit?
4. Why are architectural/designed professional plans required for commercial projects?
5. Are there local amendments in the City of Hagerstown?
6. Who do I call to set-up an inspection of my property?
7. What is the ground snow load for the City of Hagerstown?
8. What is the frost line for the City of Hagerstown?
9. Is there a size limit for signs?
10. Is there a limit to the number of ground/directional signs on a property?
11. Are designed professional plans needed for electrical/plumbing/mechanical installations?
12. Does the City of Hagerstown require Manual-J or Manual-D plans?
13. As a homeowner, can I apply for my own electrical/plumbing/mechanical permits?

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1. How often do smoke alarms, smoke detectors, carbon monoxide alarms, and combination alarms have to be replaced?
2. What are the required UL listings for smoke and carbon monoxide alarms?
3. On what levels of a dwelling are alarms to be installed?
4. Where are alarms to be installed near bedrooms?
5. Are the alarms to be interconnected?
6. Are carbon monoxide alarms to be interconnected?
7. What type of power source is required for a smoke alarm in a one and two family dwelling?
8. What type of power source is required for a smoke alarm in a three family dwelling?
9. What type of power source is required for a smoke alarm in a four or more unit dwelling?
10. What type of power source is required for carbon monoxide alarms?
11. What type of smoke alarm or carbon monoxide alarm is required for deaf or hearing impaired occupants?
12. How close can a smoke alarm be to the corner of the wall and ceiling?
13. Where can a smoke alarm be installed on a wall?
14. Where is a smoke alarm to be installed when you have a peak ceiling?
15. Where is a smoke alarm to be installed on a sloped ceiling?
16. Where is a smoke alarm to be installed on a tray-shaped ceiling?
17. Are smoke alarms allowed to be installed near cooking appliances?
18. Can smoke alarms be installed near bathrooms?
19. Can smoke alarms be installed near ceiling fans?

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1. Are there income guidelines for buying a city Homeownership house or to be eligible for a Home Rehab loan?
2. How long does the process of buying a home or securing a loan take?
3. How do I hold an event in the city?

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1. How do I request documents or public records?
2. How do I get updates and releases from the city media center?

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1. What bills can I pay online?
2. How can I pay my taxes?
3. How do I get answers to questions regarding my light or water / sewer bill?
4. How to use Invoice Cloud

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1. How can I obtain a reserved handicap parking space on my street?
2. I have a drainage problem at my property – can the City help to solve it?
3. There is an unused alley right-of-way next to my property, and I would like to claim it as part of my land – what is the process for getting the City to convey this right-of-way to me?
4. How do I request the installation of speed bumps, traffic signs, or traffic calming devices?

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1. How can I qualify for a free smoke detector?
2. Is open burning permitted in city limits?
3. When I call for an ambulance, why would a fire truck show up?
4. How do I get a copy of a fire report?
5. What fire codes are used in the city?
6. How do I anonymously report a tip or file fire/life safety complaint?
7. Why do so many fire trucks show up?
8. What information do I need to provide to 9-1-1?
9. How do I get a car seat installed?
10. How do I request a station tour?
11. How do I become a member of the Hagerstown Fire Department?

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1. How do I apply for a job with the City of Hagerstown?
2. What happens after I submit my application?
3. How long is my resume / application active? Can I apply to more than one job?

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1. Do customers have to set up an account to pay an invoice via Invoice Cloud?
2. Do customers get locked out of the Online Payment Portal after numerous login attempts?
3. How do I reset my password?
4. Can customers change their address on the Online Payment Portal, and will it automatically update the City of Hagerstown Customer Service records?
5. What is the difference between AutoPay and Recurring Scheduled Payments?
6. If payments are made at City Hall with a Customer Service Representative or by telephone, will they show up on Invoice Cloud?
7. When will electronic check payments be processed if they are scheduled on a Saturday or a Sunday?
8. Is there a recommended browser to use when accessing the Invoice Cloud system?
9. If a City of Hagerstown Customer Service Representative enrolls a customer in paperless billing via the Biller portal, does the customer receive an email notification?

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1. How do I contact a city/county department?
2. Where can I find the answers to my frequently asked questions?

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1. How do I file to run for Mayor or Councilmember?
2. Which councilmember is assigned to my ward?
3. When can I attend and/or speak at a Mayor and council meeting?

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1. When does the 100 Miler start?
2. How do I track my miles?
3. How can I get 100 miles in 100 days?
4. What is the incentive?
5. How much does it cost?
6. Who can register?
7. How can I be eligible for prizes?
8. What is the goal of this challenge?

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1. How can I reserve a pavilion at one of the parks?
2. How do I request to rent the indoor Fit Room at Fairgrounds Park?
3. How do I sign up for a recreation program?
4. How can I tell whether or not a particular park pavilion has electric service, a BBQ grill, nearby restrooms, or nearby parking?
5. How much does it cost to get married in the park?
6. Are dogs allowed in the parks?
7. Refund Policy for all(non-pavillion) Facility Rentals
8. Refund Policy for Pavilion Rentals

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1. How do I apply for a zoning certificate?
2. Do I need a permit to replace all or a portion of my fence?
3. My property is located in a historic district and I want to make exterior improvements. Do I need approval from the Historic District Commission?

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1. How do I get a copy of a police report?
2. How can I stay informed about drugs in the community?
3. Where can I drop off old medication?
4. How do I make a commendation or complaint about a police officer?
5. Where do I get information on registering/getting permits for my commercial fire alarm/security alarm?
6. How do I join the Hagerstown Police Department?
7. How can I get fingerprinted?

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1. How can I dispose of large, unwanted items that regular trash does not take?
2. How can I get a street tree trimmed?
3. My trash was not picked up today. Who should I call?

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1. How do I pay for a parking ticket?
2. How do I purchase a monthly parking pass?
3. What do I do if there is a boot on my car?
4. What do I do when I get a notice from the Maryland Motor Vehicle Administaration (MVA) that my registration has been flagged?

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1. Are the streets being swept today because of inclement weather?
2. I am going on vacation but have to leave my car parked in the street. What if my street is being swept during this time?
3. How can I schedule a bulk trash pick up?

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1. How can I apply for a reserved handicap parking space?
2. Who do I contact when I think a traffic signal is not operating properly?
3. Who do I contact when I want to report a malfunctioning traffic signal that is not within city limits?

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1. How do red light cameras work?
2. How is revenue from the Red Light Camera Program allocated?
3. What does a red light camera look like?
4. Do red light cameras reduce collisions and red light running at intersections where they are used?
5. Can the cameras be used to enforce other violations, such as not wearing a seat belt, texting while driving or speeding?
6. If I come to a stop after the white line, will I be issued a citation?
7. If I am in the intersection when the light turns red, will I be issued a citation?
8. Will I be issued a citation for not coming to a stop before making a right turn on red?
9. Where is the citation sent? How long after a violation will the ticket be sent?
10. What information will be displayed on the citation?
11. Who is responsible to pay the ticket: the owner of the vehicle or the person who was driving when the citation was issued?
12. Can I dispute the citation?
13. What if I fail to pay or request a hearing in a timely manner?
14. What is the fine for a Hagerstown red light citation? Are there late fees?
15. Will this violation go on my driving record? Are there points assessed? Will it affect my insurance rates?
16. How can I contact the Hagerstown Red Light Camera Program?

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1. Can I use other containers for recycling instead of the totes?
2. Should I set out recycling on the same night as my trash?
3. What if my recycling cart is damaged, or I no longer want it?
4. Can I put out cardboard boxes that I used for moving?

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1. When should I set out trash/recycling/yard waste for collection?
2. Can I use plastic bags for trash?
3. Is there a maximum amount of trash that can be set out?
4. How should I dispose of prescription drugs or medications?

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1. Can I put out loose branches?
2. Can I set-out yard waste in plastic bags?
3. Can I set-out yard waste in containers other than paper yard waste bags?
4. During which months may I set out yard waste?

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1. What should I do If my power goes out?
2. How do I go about getting electric service started?
3. Do you trim trees from around the service wires leading into my home?
4. How do I report a street light that is not working properly?
5. How do I get an HLD Electric Service Manual?
6. How do I get an HLD Street Lighting Manual?

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1. What should I do if the sewer backs up into my house or business?
2. What is a cleanout and where is it located?
3. What should I do if my grinder pump has an alarm?
4. What are smoke tests?
5. What is the purpose of smoke testing?
6. Is the smoke hazardous?
7. Will smoke enter my house?
8. What are methods are used to locate system defects?
9. Will anyone contact me with test results?
10. What is a Cured-In-Place Pipeline Rehabilitation Project?

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1. What parts of my water service are my responsibility?
2. What should I do if I lose water pressure?
3. My water is discolored or dirty – what should I do?
4. My water has a milky or cloudy appearance – what should I do?
5. How can I test for a leaking toilet?
6. How can I conserve water?