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Bedford Housing Authority Board of Commissioners Meeting Scheduled
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BEDFORD, IN — The Board of Commissioners of the Housing Authority of the City of Bedford has officially scheduled its next regular public meeting for Thursday, August 20, 2026.
Meeting DetailsDate:
Thursday, August 20, 2026
Time: 1:30 p.m.
Location: Hauck House Commons, 1305 K Street, Bedford, IN
Key Agenda TopicsAccording to the official notice posted on August 13, the board will convene to conduct standard agency operations, including:
Agency operations and administration
Financial matters and budget updates
Public housing program management
Any additional official business that comes before the board
Public Attendance & AccommodationsOpen to the Public:
In compliance with Indiana Open Meetings laws and district policies, the session is fully open to the public.Accessibility Requests:
Community members needing reasonable accommodations to attend or participate should contact the Bedford Housing Authority office in advance to make arrangements.
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