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Erie CountyPA averageUS Census ACS
Population
269,544
Per-capita income
$34,285
Median home value
$169,500
Bachelor's or higher
30%
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Municipal budget

US Census Annual Survey of Local Government Finances
Total revenue$465.2M (FY2023)
Total spending$443.1M (FY2023)
Taxes$93.7M (FY2023)
Debt outstanding$25.3M (FY2023)
Spending per resident$1,647 (FY2023)

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Thu Oct 29, 2026 · 16:00

General

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Thu Nov 5, 2026 · 18:00

County Council

Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 17:00

County Council

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Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 18:00

County Council

Council considers budget appropriations and a sole-source vendor contract

Erie County Council will vote on several budget supplemental appropriations for court and records offices. The body is also reviewing a sole-source contract for the Recorder of Deeds and a request for LERTA status for properties in Wesleyville.

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AGENDA Erie County Council View More at www.eriecountypa.gov Public is invited to attend. Terry M. Scutella, Chairman Chris Drexel, Vice Chairman Charlie Bayle Rock Copeland Ellen Schauerman Jim Wertz Jim Winarski Erie County Courthouse 140 West 6th Street, Room 117 Erie, PA 16501 REGULAR MEETING 5:00 P.M. – Council Caucus 6:00 P.M. – Council Meeting View Live: https://www.youtube.com/c/eriecountypa Tuesday, October 20, 2026 1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 2. OPTIONAL PRAYER OR REFLECTION 3. ROLL CALL 4. HEARING OF THE PUBLIC A. Kaitlynn King B. Kayla Pude 5. MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS MEETING October 6, 2026 - Regular Meeting 6. REPORTS OF COUNTY OFFICIALS A. County Executive and/or Designee B. Finance Committee - Chris Drexel C. Personnel Committee - Rock Copeland D. Other 7. OLD BUSINESS A. Ordinance Number 69, 2026, "Amending Ordinance 76, 2010 “Erie County Land & Subdivision Ordinance (SALDO)" (First Read 7/21/26)(Tabled 8/25/26) October 20, 2026 - P a g e | 2 B. Second Reading of Ordinance Number 90, 2026, "Seventeenth 2026 General Fund Budget Supplemental Appropriation of $81,150 for Release of Restricted Automation Fees in the Clerk of Courts" (First Read 10/6/26)(Finance Committee) C. Second Reading of Ordinance Number 91, 2026, "Eighteenth 2026 General …
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Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 16:00

General

Finance Committee to review budget appropriations and a sole-vendor contract

The Erie County Finance Committee will consider several supplemental budget appropriations for court and records offices. The body will also discuss a sole-vendor contract for the Recorder of Deeds and a funding application for the CDBG program.

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FINANCE COMMITTEE Erie County Council View More At: www.eriecountypa.gov Public is invited to attend. Chris Drexel, Chairman Jim Winarski, Vice Chairman Charlie Bayle Rock Copeland Ellen Schauerman Terry M. Scutella Jim Wertz Erie County Courthouse 140 West 6th Street, Room 114A Erie, PA 16501 4:00 PM Join Via Zoom: October 15, 2026 https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82651748248?pwd=SS5hJcwpRvNiFlSHYbq2a0b0baBUSZ.1 Meeting ID: 826 5174 8248 Passcode: 010826 +1 929 205 6099 FINANCE AGENDA 1. Ordinance Number 69, 2026, "Amending Ordinance 76, 2010 “Erie County Land & Subdivision Ordinance (SALDO)" (First Read 7/21/26)(Tabled 8/25/26) 2. Ordinance Number 90, 2026, "Seventeenth 2026 General Fund Budget Supplemental Appropriation of $81,150 for Release of Restricted Automation Fees in the Clerk of Courts" (First Read 10/6/26) 3. Ordinance Number 91, 2026, "Eighteenth 2026 General Fund Budget Supplemental Appropriation of $113,294 for Release of Restricted Automation Fees in the Prothonotary" (First Read 10/1/26) 4. Ordinance Number 92, 2026, "Nineteenth 2026 General Fund Budget Supplemental Appropriation of $165,102 for Release of Restricted Automation Fees in the Register of Wills" (First Read 10/6/26) 5. Ordinance Number 93, 2026, "Twentieth 2026 General Fund Budget Supplemental Appropriation of $159,509 for Release of Restricted Record Improveme …
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Thu Oct 15, 2026 · 16:00

General

Personnel Committee to review Children and Youth Services budget revision

The Erie County Personnel Committee will meet to discuss a budget revision for Children and Youth Services and a resolution regarding Operation Green Light.

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PERSONNEL COMMITTEE Erie County Council View More at www.eriecountypa.gov Public is invited to attend. Rock Copeland, Chairman Charlie Bayle, Vice Chairman Chris Drexel Ellen Schauerman Terry M. Scutella Jim Wertz Jim Winarski Erie County Courthouse 140 West 6th Street, Room 114A Erie, PA 16501 4:00 PM – follows immediately after Finance Meeting Join via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82651748248?pwd=SS5hJcwpRvNiFlSHYbq2a0b0baBUSZ.1 Meeting ID: 826 5174 8248 Passcode: 010826 +1 929 205 6099 October 15, 2026 PERSONNEL AGENDA 1. Ordinance Number ____, 2026, "2026 Children and Youth Services Fund Budget Revised Expenditures of $73,616 and Waiver of Human Resources Code for Starting Rate for Position 005400-050, Assistant Administrator of Intake" 2. Resolution Number ____, 2026, "In Support of Operation Green Light"
Tue Oct 13, 2026 · 17:00

County Council

Tue Oct 6, 2026 · 18:00

County Council

Erie County Council to vote on $1.1M in budget supplements and a Westlaw no-bid contract

Erie County Council meets Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at the Erie County Courthouse, 140 West 6th Street, Room 117, with caucus at 5:00 P.M. and the regular meeting at 6:00 P.M. The agenda includes second readings of several budget supplemental appropriations and a sole-vendor Westlaw subscription contract, plus first readings of four more supplemental appropriations totaling $519,055. Council will also consider resolutions on appraisal costs for space in the Millcreek Township Community Center and Act 13 Greenways funds, and possible appointments to the Community College Board of Trustees and the Northwestern Pennsylvania Job Connect Board.

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AGENDA Erie County Council View More at www.eriecountypa.gov Public is invited to attend. Terry M. Scutella, Chairman Chris Drexel, Vice Chairman Charlie Bayle Rock Copeland Ellen Schauerman Jim Wertz Jim Winarski Erie County Courthouse 140 West 6th Street, Room 117 Erie, PA 16501 REGULAR MEETING 5:00 P.M. – Council Caucus 6:00 P.M. – Council Meeting View Live: https://www.youtube.com/c/eriecountypa Tuesday, October 6, 2026 1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 2. OPTIONAL PRAYER OR REFLECTION 3. ROLL CALL 4. HEARING OF THE PUBLIC A. Kaitlynn King B. Mary Ann McDanniels-Kulesa C. Freda Tepfer D. Others 5. MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS MEETING A. September 8, 2026 - Regular Meeting B. September 15, 2026 - Special Meeting C. September 22, 2026 - Regular Meeting 6. REPORTS OF COUNTY OFFICIALS A. County Executive and/or Designee B. Finance Committee - Chris Drexel C. Personnel Committee - Rock Copeland D. Other October 6, 2026 - P a g e | 2 7. OLD BUSINESS A. Ordinance Number 69, 2026, "Amending Ordinance 76, 2010 “Erie County Land & Subdivision Ordinance (SALDO)" (First Read 7/21/26)(Tabled 8/25/26) B. Second Reading of Ordinance Number 85, 2026, "Approval of Waiver of Bid Requirements under the Purchasing Code and Approval of Sole Vendor for a Three- Ye …
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Thu Oct 1, 2026 · 16:00

General

Erie County Council weighs $1.1M in budget moves and a Westlaw no-bid contract

Erie County Council's Finance Committee meets October 1, 2026 to take up a slate of ordinances and resolutions, most on first read. Items include several 2026 budget supplemental appropriations, a sole-vendor Westlaw subscription contract, a no-bid contract with Paperless Solutions, Inc. for the Recorder of Deeds, and a transfer of the Human Relations Commission to county administration. Several items are still in draft form, with ordinance and resolution numbers left blank in the agenda.

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FINANCE COMMITTEE Erie County Council View More At: www.eriecountypa.gov Chris Drexel, Chairman Jim Winarski, Vice Chairman Charlie Bayle Rock Copeland Ellen Schauerman Terry M. Scutella Jim Wertz Erie County Courthouse 140 West 6th Street, Room 114A Erie, PA 16501 4:00 PM Join Via Zoom: October 1, 2026 https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82651748248?pwd=SS5hJcwpRvNiFlSHYbq2a0b0baBUSZ.1 Meeting ID: 826 5174 8248 Passcode: 010826 +1 929 205 6099 FINANCE AGENDA 1. Ordinance Number 69, 2026, "Amending Ordinance 76, 2010 “Erie County Land & Subdivision Ordinance (SALDO)" (First Read 7/21/26)(Tabled 8/25/26) 2. Ordinance Number 85, 2026, "Approval of Waiver of Bid Requirements under the Purchasing Code and Approval of Sole Vendor for a Three-Year Contract for Westlaw Subscription for the Public Patron Access Plan for the Law Library" (First Read 9/22/26) 3. Ordinance Number 86, 2026, "Third 2026 Capital Projects Fund Budget Supplemental Appropriation of $99,914 for Creation of a New Line Item for the Courthouse Fire Pump Project" (First Read 9/22/26) 4. Ordinance Number 87, 2026, "Sixteenth 2026 General Fund Budget Supplemental Appropriation of $499,537 for Creation of Bureau and Budget Line Items for PCCD VIP Boost Grant" (First Read 9/22/26) 5. Ordinance Number 88, 2026, "Second 2026 Planning Fund Budget Supplemental Appropriation of $12,500 for t …
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Thu Oct 1, 2026 · 16:30

County Council

Erie County Board of Elections to vote on ratifying a November ballot referendum to shrink Albion Borough Council

The Erie County Board of Elections meets October 1, 2026 at 4:30 PM at the Erie County Courthouse, 140 West 6th Street, Rm. 114, with a Zoom option. The main substantive item is Resolution 4 of 2026, which would ratify an amendment to the 2026 November ballot adding a referendum to reduce the number of members on the Albion Borough Council. The agenda also includes a public hearing and board questions and comments. The listed names (Charlie Bayle, Rock Copeland, Chris Drexel, Ellen Schauerman, Terry M. Scutella, Jim Wertz, Jim Winarski) appear at the top of the document without stated roles.

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Charlie Bayle Rock Copeland Chris Drexel Ellen Schauerman Terry M. Scutella Jim Wertz Jim Winarski COUNTY OF ERIE BOARD OF ELECTIONS Erie County Courthouse 140 West 6th Street, Rm. 114 Erie, PA 16501 ERIE COUNTY BOARD OF ELECTIONS October 1, 2026 4:30 PM Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87211480052?pwd=cxi3M0nW1tbauJPE7DLTMbiFuCapDc.1 Meeting ID: 872 1148 0052 Passcode: 013126 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Hearing of the Public 4. New Business A. Resolution 4 of 2026, "To Ratify Amendment to the 2026 November Ballot; Referendum to Reduce the Number of Members to the Albion Borough Council" 5. Questions and Comments from the Board 6. Adjournment
Thu Oct 1, 2026 · 16:00

General

Erie County Council personnel committee weighs three board appointments

Erie County Council's Personnel Committee meets October 1, 2026 at 4:00 PM at the Erie County Courthouse, 140 West 6th Street, Room 114A, immediately after the Finance Meeting. The agenda lists three possible appointments: reappointment of Angela McNair to the Erie County Community College Board of Trustees (term to expire August 31, 2032), and appointments of Kevin Arrington and Jon O'Camb to the Northwestern Pennsylvania Job Connect Board (terms to expire September 28, 2028). All three items are listed as "possible" and are attributed to the County Executive. The public is invited to attend, and a Zoom option is provided.

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PERSONNEL COMMITTEE Erie County Council View More at www.eriecountypa.gov Public is invited to attend. Rock Copeland, Chairman Charlie Bayle, Vice Chairman Chris Drexel Ellen Schauerman Terry M. Scutella Jim Wertz Jim Winarski Erie County Courthouse 140 West 6th Street, Room 114A Erie, PA 16501 4:00 PM – follows immediately after Finance Meeting Join via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82651748248?pwd=SS5hJcwpRvNiFlSHYbq2a0b0baBUSZ.1 Meeting ID: 826 5174 8248 Passcode: 010826 +1 929 205 6099 October 1, 2026 PERSONNEL AGENDA 1. Possible reappointment of Angela McNair to the Erie County Community College Board of Trustees. Term to expire August 31, 2032. (County Executive) 2. Possible appointment of Kevin Arrington to the Northwestern Pennsylvania Job Connect Board. Term to expire September 28, 2028. (County Executive) 3. Possible appointment of Jon O'Camb to the Northwestern Pennsylvania Job Connect Board. Term to expire September 28, 2028. (County Executive)
Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 18:00

County Council

Council to vote on $880K election grant, land ordinance, and appointments

Erie County Council will hold a regular meeting with a public hearing, followed by votes on several ordinances and resolutions. Key items include a second reading of a budget appropriation for election grant funds, a tabled land subdivision ordinance, and first readings for various budget adjustments and a sole vendor contract. The council will also consider appointments to the community college board and convention center authority.

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AGENDA Erie County Council View More at www.eriecountypa.gov Public is invited to attend. Terry M. Scutella, Chairman Chris Drexel, Vice Chairman Charlie Bayle Rock Copeland Ellen Schauerman Jim Wertz Jim Winarski Erie County Courthouse 140 West 6th Street, Room 117 Erie, PA 16501 REGULAR MEETING 5:00 P.M. – Council Caucus 6:00 P.M. – Council Meeting View Live: https://www.youtube.com/c/eriecountypa Tuesday, September 22, 2026 1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 2. OPTIONAL PRAYER OR REFLECTION 3. ROLL CALL 4. HEARING OF THE PUBLIC A. Karen Chillcott B. Cyndi Treiber C. Kaitlynn King 5. MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS MEETING August 25, 2026 - Regular Meeting 6. REPORTS OF COUNTY OFFICIALS A. County Executive and/or Designee B. Finance Committee - Chris Drexel C. Personnel Committee - Rock Copeland D. Other 7. OLD BUSINESS A. Ordinance Number 69, 2026, "Amending Ordinance 76, 2010 “Erie County Land & Subdivision Ordinance (SALDO)" (First Read 7/21/26)(Tabled 8/25/26) September 22, 2026 - P a g e | 2 B. Second Reading of Ordinance Number 81, 2026, "Fourteenth 2026 General Fund Budget Supplemental Appropriation of $880,425 to Realize Additional Grant Revenue Received by the PA Election Integrity Grant" (First Read 9/8/26)(Finance Committee) 8. NEW BUSINESS …
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Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 16:00

General

Erie County Personnel Committee considers two board appointments

The committee is reviewing the possible reappointment of Joel Natalie to the Erie County Community College Board of Trustees. The agenda also includes the possible appointment of Tim NeCastro to the Erie County Convention Center Authority.

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PERSONNEL COMMITTEE Erie County Council View More at www.eriecountypa.gov Public is invited to attend. Rock Copeland, Chairman Charlie Bayle, Vice Chairman Chris Drexel Ellen Schauerman Terry M. Scutella Jim Wertz Jim Winarski Erie County Courthouse 140 West 6th Street, Room 114A Erie, PA 16501 4:00 PM – follows immediately after Finance Meeting Join via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82651748248?pwd=SS5hJcwpRvNiFlSHYbq2a0b0baBUSZ.1 Meeting ID: 826 5174 8248 Passcode: 010826 +1 929 205 6099 September 17, 2026 PERSONNEL AGENDA 1. Possible reappointment of Joel Natalie to the Erie County Community College Board of Trustees. Term to expire August 31, 2032. (Winarski) 2. Possible appointment of Tim NeCastro to the Erie County Convention Center Authority. Term to expire December 31, 2029. (Winarski)
Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 16:00

General

Erie County Finance Committee to discuss budget supplements and contract waivers

The Finance Committee will review several supplemental appropriations for the 2026 General, Capital Projects, and Planning funds. The committee will also consider requests to waive bidding requirements for Westlaw subscriptions and a contract with Runbeck Election Services, LLC.

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FINANCE COMMITTEE Erie County Council View More At: www.eriecountypa.gov Public is invited to attend. Chris Drexel, Chairman Jim Winarski, Vice Chairman Charlie Bayle Rock Copeland Ellen Schauerman Terry M. Scutella Jim Wertz Erie County Courthouse 140 West 6th Street, Room 114A Erie, PA 16501 4:00 PM Join Via Zoom: September 17, 2026 https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82651748248?pwd=SS5hJcwpRvNiFlSHYbq2a0b0baBUSZ.1 Meeting ID: 826 5174 8248 Passcode: 010826 +1 929 205 6099 FINANCE AGENDA 1. Ordinance Number 69, 2026, "Amending Ordinance 76, 2010 “Erie County Land & Subdivision Ordinance (SALDO)" (First Read 7/21/26)(Tabled 8/25/26) 2. Ordinance Number 81, 2026, "Fourteenth 2026 General Fund Budget Supplemental Appropriation of $880,425 to Realize Additional Grant Revenue Received by the PA Election Integrity Grant" (First Read 9/8/26) 3. Ordinance Number _____, 2026, "Approval of Waiver of Bid Requirements under the Purchasing Code and Approval of Sole Vendor for a Three-Year Contract for Westlaw Subscription for Judges Library" 4. Ordinance Number _____, 2026, "2026 Capital Projects Fund Budget Supplemental Appropriation of $99,914 for Creation of a New Line Item for the Courthouse Fire Pump Project" 5. Ordinance Number _____, 2026, "______ 2026 General Fund Budget Supplemental Appropriation of $499,537 for Creation of Bureau and Budget Lin …
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Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 17:00

General

Council to consider $5M transfer for capital projects fund

Erie County Council is holding a special meeting to consider two ordinances that would appropriate $5,000,000 from the 2026 General Fund budget to a Capital Reserve Fund for non-bond issue capital projects, and then appropriate the same amount from that reserve to a new fund for capital expenditures. The public is invited to attend in person or via Zoom. The agenda includes a pledge, optional prayer, roll call, public hearing, and the two new business items before adjournment.

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AGENDA Erie County Council View More at www.eriecountypa.gov Public is invited to attend. Terry M. Scutella, Chairman Chris Drexel, Vice Chairman Charlie Bayle Rock Copeland Ellen Schauerman Jim Wertz Jim Winarski Erie County Courthouse 140 West 6th Street, Room 114A Erie, PA 16501 SPECIAL MEETING 5:00 P.M. – Council Meeting Join Via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89797250171?pwd=GhylcKpXqbemVwG3CJxCPYeayFemhF.1 Meeting ID: 897 9725 0171 Passcode: 091526 Tuesday, September 15, 2026 1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 2. OPTIONAL PRAYER OR REFLECTION 3. ROLL CALL 4. HEARING OF THE PUBLIC 5. NEW BUSINESS A. Ordinance Number _____, 2026, "______ 2026 General Fund Budget Supplemental Appropriation of $5,000,000 for Transfer to Capital Reserve Fund for Non-Bond Issue Capital Projects" B. Ordinance Number _____, 2026, "_____ 2026 Capital Reserve Fund Budget Supplemental Appropriation of $5,000,000 and Creation of Fund for Capital Expenditures" 6. ADJOURNMENT A. The next Finance/Personnel Committee Meetings are Thursday, September 17, 2026. The next Regular Meeting of County Council is Tuesday, September 22, 2026.
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 16:00

General

Erie County Board of Elections to approve ballot layout and polling changes

The Erie County Board of Elections is meeting to approve minutes, hear an election report, and consider new business, including changes to polling locations in Fairview Township, Millcreek Township, and Albion Borough. The board will also vote on resolutions to approve the ballot layout for the 2026 general election, authorize county funds for return postage on mail-in and absentee ballots, and purchase Sentinel Smart Mail Ballot Drop Boxes from Runbeck Election Services, LLC.

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Charlie Bayle Rock Copeland Chris Drexel Ellen Schauerman Terry M. Scutella Jim Wertz Jim Winarski COUNTY OF ERIE BOARD OF ELECTIONS Erie County Courthouse 140 West 6th Street, Rm. 114 Erie, PA 16501 ERIE COUNTY BOARD OF ELECTIONS September 15, 2026 4:00 PM Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87211480052?pwd=cxi3M0nW1tbauJPE7DLTMbiFuCapDc.1 Meeting ID: 872 1148 0052 Passcode: 013126 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Hearing of the Public 4. Approval of Minutes of Previous Meeting A. April 16, 2026 B. April 30, 2026 C. May 14, 2026 D. June 8, 2026 5. Election Report 6. New Business A. Change of Polling Location for Fairview Township District 1 From Fairview Presbyterian Church, 4264 Avonia Rd. Fairview, PA 16415 to St. Stephen's Episcopal Church, 1070 Dutch Rd., Fairview, PA 16415 B. Change of Polling Location for Millcreek Township District 24 From Asbury Woods Nature Center, 4105 Asbury Rd., Erie, PA 16506 to St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, 3108 Sterrettania Rd., Erie, PA 16506 C. Change of Polling Location for Albion Borough From Albion Borough Fire Dept, 15 Smock Ave Albion, PA 16401 to the Albion Borough Office, 53B E. State St. Albion, PA 16401 D. Resolution Number 2, 2026, "Approval of Ballot Layout and Offices for 2026 Erie County General Election" E. Resolution Num …
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Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 18:00

County Council

Council to vote on budget revisions, telephone upgrades, and grant funding

The Erie County Council will conduct second readings for several ordinances, including mental health fund expenditures and human resource code amendments. The meeting also includes first readings for a general fund budget supplement and discussions regarding property sales and leases.

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AGENDA Erie County Council View More at www.eriecountypa.gov Public is invited to attend. Terry M. Scutella, Chairman Chris Drexel, Vice Chairman Charlie Bayle Rock Copeland Ellen Schauerman Jim Wertz Jim Winarski Erie County Courthouse 140 West 6th Street, Room 117 Erie, PA 16501 REGULAR MEETING 5:00 P.M. – Council Caucus 6:00 P.M. – Council Meeting View Live: https://www.youtube.com/c/eriecountypa: Tuesday, September 8, 2026 1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 2. OPTIONAL PRAYER OR REFLECTION 3. ROLL CALL 4. HEARING OF THE PUBLIC A. Cyndi Treiber B. Others 5. MINTUES FROM PREVIOUS MEETING 6. REPORTS OF COUNTY OFFICIALS A. County Executive and/or Designee B. Finance Committee - Chris Drexel C. Personnel Committee - Rock Copeland D. Other 7. OLD BUSINESS A. Ordinance Number 69, 2026, "Amending Ordinance 76, 2010 “Erie County Land & Subdivision Ordinance (SALDO)" (First Read 7/21/26)(Tabled 8/25/26) September 8, 2026 - P a g e | 2 B. Second Reading of Ordinance Number 76, 2026, "2026 Mental Health/Intellectual Disabilities Fund Budget Revised Expenditures of $517,632 for Creation of New Line Items for State Cost Centers" (First Read 8/25/26)(Finance Committee) C. Second Reading of Ordinance Number 77, 2026, "Approving a Transfer Between Departments in the Amount of $171,9 …
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Thu Sep 3, 2026 · 16:00

General

Erie County Council to consider HR Code amendments

The Personnel Committee of the Erie County Council is meeting to discuss Ordinance Number 80, 2026, which would approve amendments to the Erie County Human Resource Code. This is a first reading, meaning it is a proposed change under consideration, not yet final.

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PERSONNEL COMMITTEE Erie County Council View More at www.eriecountypa.gov Public is invited to attend. Rock Copeland, Chairman Charlie Bayle, Vice Chairman Chris Drexel Ellen Schauerman Terry M. Scutella Jim Wertz Jim Winarski Erie County Courthouse 140 West 6th Street, Room 114A Erie, PA 16501 4:00 PM – follows immediately after Finance Meeting Join via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82651748248?pwd=SS5hJcwpRvNiFlSHYbq2a0b0baBUSZ.1 Meeting ID: 826 5174 8248 Passcode: 010826 +1 929 205 6099 September 3, 2026 PERSONNEL AGENDA 1. Ordinance Number 80, 2026, "Approving the Amendments to the Erie County Human Resource Code" (First Read 8/25/26)
Thu Sep 3, 2026 · 16:00

General

Finance Committee reviews $880,425 election grant and $65,000 city contract

The Erie County Finance Committee will review several ordinances and resolutions, including a supplemental appropriation for election integrity grants and a contract with the City of Erie. The agenda also includes amendments to the Land & Subdivision Ordinance and the Purchasing Code. Additionally, the committee will consider the sale of two unsold property parcels and analyze the General Fund balance.

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FINANCE COMMITTEE Erie County Council View More At: www.eriecountypa.gov Public is invited to attend. Chris Drexel, Chairman Jim Winarski, Vice Chairman Charlie Bayle Rock Copeland Ellen Schauerman Terry M. Scutella Jim Wertz Erie County Courthouse 140 West 6th Street, Room 114A Erie, PA 16501 4:00 PM Join Via Zoom: September 3, 2026 https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82651748248?pwd=SS5hJcwpRvNiFlSHYbq2a0b0baBUSZ.1 Meeting ID: 826 5174 8248 Passcode: 010826 +1 929 205 6099 FINANCE AGENDA 1. Ordinance Number 69, 2026, "Amending Ordinance 76, 2010 “Erie County Land & Subdivision Ordinance (SALDO)" (First Read 7/21/26)(Tabled 8/25/26) 2. Ordinance Number 76, 2026, "2026 Mental Health/Intellectual Disabilities Fund Budget Revised Expenditures of $517,632 for Creation of New Line Items for State Cost Centers" (First Read 8/25/26) 3. Ordinance Number 77, 2026, "Approving a Transfer Between Departments in the Amount of $171,925 for Telephone Upgrades" (First Read 8/25/26) 4. Ordinance Number 79, 2026, "Amending Article III, Section 1E of the Administrative Code (Purchasing Code) of Erie County" (First Read 8/25/26) 5. Resolution Number 25, 2026, "Authorizing the County of Erie to Enter into a Contract with the City of Erie for Community Development Block Grant Funding in the Amount of $65,000" (First Read 8/25/26) 6. Ordinance N …
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Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 18:00

County Council

Council to vote on $503,957 budget supplement for probation grant

Erie County Council will hold a regular meeting with public comment, reports, and votes on several ordinances. Key actions include second readings on budget supplements and a land subdivision ordinance amendment, plus first readings on new budget items, a sole vendor contract, and a CDBG agreement with the City of Erie. The agenda also includes a possible appointment to a job board.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts ordinance allowing unlocked phones at meetings (4-3)

Erie County Council adopted Ordinance 71-2026, temporarily unlocking mobile devices at public meetings, in a 4-3 vote. Council also approved a $503,957 supplemental appropriation for a justice reinvestment grant (5-2), tabled a land subdivision ordinance amendment, and adopted several other budget and contract measures. Multiple first readings were introduced for future consideration.

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AGENDA Erie County Council View More at www.eriecountypa.gov Public is invited to attend. Terry M. Scutella, Chairman Chris Drexel, Vice Chairman Charlie Bayle Rock Copeland Ellen Schauerman Jim Wertz Jim Winarski Erie County Courthouse 140 West 6th Street, Room 117 Erie, PA 16501 REGULAR MEETING 5:00 P.M. – Council Caucus 6:00 P.M. – Council Meeting View Live: https://www.youtube.com/c/eriecountypa Tuesday, August 25, 2026 1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 2. OPTIONAL PRAYER OR REFLECTION 3. ROLL CALL 4. HEARING OF THE PUBLIC A. Cyndi Treiber B. Others 5. MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS MEETING A. 6-22-26 Regular Meeting Minutes B. 7-21-26 Regular Meeting Minutes C. 7-30-26 Special Meeting Minutes 6. REPORTS OF COUNTY OFFICIALS A. County Executive and/or Designee B. Finance Committee - Chris Drexel C. Personnel Committee - Rock Copeland D. Other 7. OLD BUSINESS A. Second Reading of Ordinance Number 65, 2026, "Eleventh 2026 General Fund Budget Supplemental Appropriation of $503,957 for PCCD Justice Reinvestment Initiative Grant in Adult Probation" (First Read 7/21/26)(Finance Committee) August 25, 2026 - P a g e | 2 B. Second Reading of Ordinance Number 69, 2026, "Amending Ordinance 76, 2010 “Erie County Land & Subdivision Ordinance (SALDO)" (First Read 7/21/26)(Finance Committee) …
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MINUTES Erie County Council View More At www.eriecountypa.gov Terry M. Scutella, Chairman Chris Drexel, Vice Chairman Charlie Bayle Rock Copeland Ellen Schauerman Jim Wertz Jim Winarski Erie County Courthouse 140 West 6th Street, Room 117 Erie, PA 16501 REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, August 25, 2026 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The meeting was called to order at 6:00 P. M. by Chairman Scutella who then led the Pledge of Allegiance. OPTIONAL PRAYER OR REFLECTION Mrs. Schauerman offered a reflection. ROLL CALL Present were Chairman Scutella, Members Bayle, Copeland, Drexel, Schauerman, Wertz and Winarski. Also present were Attorneys Talarico and Stranahan as well as County Clerk Karen Chillcott, Deputy County Clerk Tonya Moore and Financial Advisor Colin Domowicz. HEARING OF THE PUBLIC Cyndi Treiber Cyndi Treiber-currently not present. Others Freda Tepfer, City of Erie- Speaker stated that she works with a volunteer group that reaches out to people whose ballots are undeliverable for various reasons. She stressed the importance of keeping your address updated, even if it's something that seems as unimportant as a dormitory change. She also stated that she supports an open phone policy and hopes that council agrees. Tepfer concluded by saying that she is in support of disabled and their rights to live at home and receive their services there. Deonte Cooley, City of E …
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A motion was made by Mrs. Schauerman, seconded by Mr. Winarski to adopt Ordinance Number 65, 2026 as written. No discussion noted. Motion carried, 5- 2
4 yea
Scutella yea · Schauerman yea · Wertz yea · Winarski) yea
A motion was made by Mr. Wertz, seconded by Mr. Copeland to accept the amendments. Motion carried, 7-0. Aye: All Nay: None As a point of order and clarification, Mr. Copeland stated that the original…
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Wertz yea · Winarski yea · Scutella) yea
motion to move this ordinance to a second read. Seconded by Mr. Bayle. No discussion noted. Motion carried, 7-0
1 nay
None August nay
Thu Aug 20, 2026 · 16:00

General

Erie County Council Finance Committee to review $503,957 grant and other appropriations

The Erie County Council Finance Committee is meeting to consider several ordinances and resolutions, including a $503,957 supplemental appropriation for a justice reinvestment grant, amendments to the county's land subdivision and purchasing codes, and a $65,000 contract with the City of Erie for Community Development Block Grant funding. The committee will also discuss the 2027-2029 operational and capital plan and analyze the General Fund unassigned fund balance.

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FINANCE COMMITTEE Erie County Council View More At: www.eriecountypa.gov Public is invited to attend. Chris Drexel, Chairman Jim Winarski, Vice Chairman Charlie Bayle Rock Copeland Ellen Schauerman Terry M. Scutella Jim Wertz Erie County Courthouse 140 West 6th Street, Room 114A Erie, PA 16501 4:00 PM Join Via Zoom: August 20, 2026 https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82651748248?pwd=SS5hJcwpRvNiFlSHYbq2a0b0baBUSZ.1 Meeting ID: 826 5174 8248 Passcode: 010826 +1 929 205 6099 FINANCE AGENDA 1. Ordinance Number 65, 2026, "Eleventh 2026 General Fund Budget Supplemental Appropriation of $503,957 for PCCD Justice Reinvestment Initiative Grant in Adult Probation" 2. Ordinance Number 69, 2026, "Amending Ordinance 76, 2010 “Erie County Land & Subdivision Ordinance (SALDO)" 3. Ordinance Number _____, 2026, "_____ 2026 Capital Projects Fund Budget Supplemental Appropriation of $120,907 for Creation of a New Line Item for the Paving Project at the Health Department" 4. Ordinance Number _____, 2026, "2026 Mental Health/Intellectual Disabilities Fund Budget Revised Expenditures of $517,632 for Creation of New Mental Health Departments" 5. Ordinance Number _____, 2026, "2026 General Fund Budget Revised Expenditure of $171,925 for Telephone Upgrade" 6. Ordinance Number _____, 2026, "Approval of Waiver of Bid Requirements under the Purchas …
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Thu Aug 20, 2026 · 16:00

General

Erie County Council to consider phone unlock rule, budget change, HR code amendments

The Erie County Council Personnel Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several personnel-related items. These include ordinances on mobile device use at public meetings, a budget adjustment for a prison position, and amendments to the county's Human Resource Code. The committee will also consider three appointments to the NW PA Job Connect Board.

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PERSONNEL COMMITTEE Erie County Council View More at www.eriecountypa.gov Public is invited to attend. Rock Copeland, Chairman Charlie Bayle, Vice Chairman Chris Drexel Ellen Schauerman Terry M. Scutella Jim Wertz Jim Winarski Erie County Courthouse 140 West 6th Street, Room 114A Erie, PA 16501 4:00 PM – follows immediately after Finance Meeting Join via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82651748248?pwd=SS5hJcwpRvNiFlSHYbq2a0b0baBUSZ.1 Meeting ID: 826 5174 8248 Passcode: 010826 +1 929 205 6099 August 20, 2026 PERSONNEL AGENDA 1. Ordinance Number 71, 2026, "Approving the temporary unlocking of mobile devices for individuals attending public meetings of Erie County Council in order to facilitate public access and recording rights consistent with the Pennsylvania Sunshine Act" 2. Ordinance Number 72, 2026, "2026 General Fund Budget Revised Expenditures of $6,512 for Change in Grade for Position 004110-035 in the Prison" 3. Ordinance Number ____, 2026, "Approving the Amendments to the Erie County Human Resource Code" 4. Possible appointment of Philip Thomas to the NW PA Job Connect Board. Term to expire July 31, 2028. (County Executive) 5. Possible appointment of Carrie Ennis to the NW PA Job Connect Board. Term to expire July 31, 2028. (County Executive) 6. Possible appointment of Ejay Fyke to the NW PA Job Connect …
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Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 17:00

County Council

Thu Jul 30, 2026 · 13:00

County Council

County Council to vote on sole-source contract with Axon Enterprise for DA office equipment

The Erie County Council will hold a special meeting to consider approving a waiver of bid requirements and a sole vendor contract between Axon Enterprise, Inc. and the Erie County Office of the District Attorney. The meeting includes procedural items and a public hearing.

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✓ Decided: Council approves sole-vendor contract with Axon for DA's office

The Erie County Council approved a waiver of bid requirements and a sole-vendor contract between Axon Enterprise, Inc. and the District Attorney's office for updated technology. The request was moved to a second reading (5-2) and then adopted (6-1) during the same special meeting. District Attorney Elizabeth Hirz cited urgent need, and IT staff confirmed Axon as the recommended solution after a year-long review.

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AGENDA Erie County Council View More at www.eriecountypa.gov Terry M. Scutella, Chairman Chris Drexel, Vice Chairman Charlie Bayle Rock Copeland Ellen Schauerman Jim Wertz Jim Winarski Erie County Courthouse 140 West 6th Street, Room 117 Erie, PA 16501 SPECIAL MEETING 1:00 P.M. Join Via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82651748248?pwd=SS5hJcwpRvNiFlSHYbq2a0b0baBUSZ.1 Meeting ID: 826 5174 8248 Passcode: 010826 July 30, 2026 1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 2. OPTIONAL PRAYER OR REFLECTION 3. ROLL CALL 4. HEARING OF THE PUBLIC 5. NEW BUSINESS A. Approval of Waiver of Bid Requirements under the Purchasing Code and Approval of a Sole Vendor Contract between Axon Enterprise, Inc. and the Erie County Office of the District Attorney 6. ADJOURNMENT Public is invited to attend.
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MINUTES Erie County Council View More At www.eriecountypa.gov Terry M. Scutella, Chairman Chris Drexel, Vice Chairman Charlie Bayle Rock Copeland Ellen Schauerman Jim Wertz Jim Winarski Erie County Courthouse 140 West 6th Street, Room 117 Erie, PA 16501 SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES Thursday, July 30, 2026 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The meeting was called to order at 1:00 P.M. by Chairman Scutella who then led the Pledge of Allegiance. OPTIONAL PRAYER OR REFLECTION Mrs. Schauerman offered a reflection. ROLL CALL Present were Chairman Scutella, Mr. Bayle, and Mrs. Schauerman. Present via zoom were Mr. Copeland, Mr. Winarski, Mr. Drexel and Mr. Wertz. Also present was Chief Clerk Karen Chillcott. HEARING OF THE PUBLIC No member of the public wished to be heard. NEW BUSINESS Approval of Waiver of Bid Requirements under the Purchasing Code and Approval of a Sole Vendor Contract between Axon Enterprise, Inc. and the Erie County Office of the District Attorney Chairman Scutella introduced the request for a waiver of bid requirements submitted by the Office of the District Attorney. District Attorney Elizabeth Hirz stated that updated technology is urgently needed and identified Axon as the preferred vendor to meet the county’s requirements. Technical clarifications were provided by Sergeant Stein and Courts IT Director Breanna Coughlin, who completed a year‑long review of …
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motion to move the request to a second reading was made by Mrs. Schauerman, seconded by Mr. Bayle. Motion carried, 5-2
5 yea
Drexel yea · Schauerman yea · Winarski yea · Scutella) yea · Wertz yea
Thu Jul 30, 2026 · 13:15

General

Board of Elections considers paying for return postage on mail ballots

The Erie County Board of Elections will meet to discuss a proposal to authorize county funds for return postage on mail-in and absentee ballots. The meeting includes a public hearing and routine procedural items.

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Charlie Bayle Rock Copeland Chris Drexel Ellen Schauerman Terry M. Scutella Jim Wertz Jim Winarski COUNTY OF ERIE BOARD OF ELECTIONS Erie County Courthouse 140 West 6th Street, Rm. 114 Erie, PA 16501 ERIE COUNTY BOARD OF ELECTIONS July 30, 2026 1:15 PM Join Via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87 211480052?pwd=cxi3M0nW 1tbauJPE7DLTMbiFuCapDc. 1 Meeting ID: 872 1148 0052 Passcode 013126 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Hearing of the Public 4. New Business A. Possible authorization of County funds to pay for return postage on Mail In and Absentee ballots 5. Questions and Comments from the Board 6. Adjournment
Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 18:00

County Council

Council considers $1 million transfer to Revolving Loan Fund

Erie County Council will vote on several budget supplemental appropriations and personnel changes. The body is also reviewing new grant funding for youth services, adult probation, and the District Attorney's office.

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✓ Decided: Council adopts 12 budget ordinances, approves $2M hospice bond resolution

Erie County Council adopted a series of budget supplemental appropriations and other ordinances, including a $1 million transfer to the Revolving Loan Fund for EMS and fire support, and approved a resolution authorizing up to $2 million in tax-exempt notes for a hospice project. Several ordinances passed unanimously, while a few faced single dissenting votes. The council also moved several new ordinances to second reading and accepted an appointment to the Housing Authority.

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AGENDA Erie County Council View More at www.eriecountypa.gov Public is invited to attend. Terry M. Scutella, Chairman Chris Drexel, Vice Chairman Charlie Bayle Rock Copeland Ellen Schauerman Jim Wertz Jim Winarski Erie County Courthouse 140 West 6th Street, Room 117 Erie, PA 16501 REGULAR MEETING 5:00 P.M. – Council Caucus 6:00 P.M. – Council Meeting View Live: https://www.youtube.com/c/eriecountypa Tuesday, July 21, 2026 1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 2. OPTIONAL PRAYER OR REFLECTION 3. ROLL CALL 4. HEARING OF THE PUBLIC A. Cyndi Treiber B. Mary Ann McDaniels-Kulesa C. Others 5. MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS MEETING A. May 5, 2026 - Regular Meeting (Tabled 6/22/26) 6. REPORTS OF COUNTY OFFICIALS A. County Executive and/or Designee B. Finance Committee - Chris Drexel C. Personnel Committee - Rock Copeland D. Other 7. OLD BUSINESS A. Ordinance Number 51, 2026, "Fourth 2026 Library Fund Budget Supplemental Appropriation of $2,000 for Revenue Received from UPMC" (First Read 6/22/26)(Finance Committee) July 21, 2026 - P a g e | 2 B. Ordinance Number 53, 2026, "Seventh 2026 General Fund Budget Supplemental Appropriation of $4,550 for Creation of a New Revenue Line Item in the Human Resource Department for Rental Revenue from the Café" (First Read 6/22/26)(Finance Committee) C. Ordinance Number 54, 2026, "Eighth 2026 General Fund Budget Supplemental Appropriation …
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MINUTES Erie County Council View More At www.eriecountypa.gov Terry M. Scutella, Chairman Chris Drexel, Vice Chairman Charlie Bayle Rock Copeland Ellen Schauerman Jim Wertz Jim Winarski Erie County Courthouse 140 West 6th Street, Room 117 Erie, PA 16501 REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, July 21, 2026 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The meeting was called to order at 6:01 P.M. by Chairman Scutella who then led the Pledge of Allegiance. OPTIONAL PRAYER OR REFLECTION Councilman Bayle offered a reflection. ROLL CALL Present were Council Chairman Scutella, members Bayle, Copeland, Drexel, Wertz and Winarski. Also present were Chief Clerk Chillcott, Attorneys Talarico and Stranahan and Financial Advisor Colin Domowicz. HEARING OF THE PUBLIC Cyndi Treiber Cyndi Treiber, Edinboro-gave multiple examples of abuse in the prison system and spoke out against the current management practices used in the Erie County Prison. Mary Ann McDaniels- Kulesa Mary Ann McDaniels-Kulesa- The speaker asked questions regarding the sheriff’s sale of a property adjoining hers, stating that the sale could result in a loss of approximately 1.5 acres from her property. She reported contacting the attorney listed on the pamphlet about the sale but said she did not receive assistance. She requested that the matter be reviewed. Councilman Copeland asked for her phone number, which she provided. Others …
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A motion was made by Mr. Drexel to move New Business, Ordinance 64, 2026 to a second reading. Seconded by Mr. Copeland. Motion carried, 6-0
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Drexel yea · Scutella yea · Wertz yea · Winarski) yea
A motion was made to adopt Ordinance 55, 2026 by Mr. Wertz, seconded by Mr. Winarski. Mr. Bayle stated that he was not in favor of this ordinance and that many of the positions that were eliminated…
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Drexel yea · Scutella yea · Wertz yea · Winarski) yea
A motion was made to adopt Ordinance 61, 2026 by Mr. Wertz, seconded by Mr. Winarski. No discussion was noted. Motion carried, 5-1
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Drexel yea · Scutella yea · Wertz yea · Winarski) yea
Motion to amend carried, 5-1
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Drexel yea · Scutella yea · Wertz yea · Winarski) yea
A motion was made to group Ordinances 66, 67, and 68, 2026 together as amended and vote just once on the group, by Mr. Copeland, seconded by Mr. Winarksi. No discussion was noted. Motion passed, 5-1
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motion to adopt Resolution Number 23, 2026 was made by Mr. Winarski, seconded by Mr. Copeland. No discussion noted. Motion carried, 5-1
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Copeland yea · Scutella yea · Wertz yea · Winarski) yea
Thu Jul 16, 2026 · 16:00

General

Committee to vote on convention center refunding guarantee

The Erie County Finance Committee will consider 18 items, including multiple budget supplemental appropriations totaling over $2 million, a convention center refunding bond guarantee, a $2 million tax-exempt note for a hospice project, and amendments to the subdivision ordinance. The committee also will discuss a waiver of bid requirements for a vendor contract and a tax exoneration request. An analysis of the General Fund unassigned fund balance is also on the agenda.

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FINANCE COMMITTEE Erie County Council View More At: www.eriecountypa.gov Public is invited to attend. Chris Drexel, Chairman Jim Winarski, Vice Chairman Charlie Bayle Rock Copeland Ellen Schauerman Terry M. Scutella Jim Wertz Erie County Courthouse 140 West 6th Street, Room 114A Erie, PA 16501 4:00 PM Join Via Zoom: July 16, 2026 https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82651748248?pwd=SS5hJcwpRvNiFlSHYbq2a0b0baBUSZ.1 Meeting ID: 826 5174 8248 Passcode: 010826 +1 929 205 6099 FINANCE AGENDA 1. Ordinance Number 51, 2026, "Fourth 2026 Library Fund Budget Supplemental Appropriation of $2,000 for Revenue Received from UPMC" (First Read 6/22/26) 2. Ordinance Number 53, 2026, "Seventh 2026 General Fund Budget Supplemental Appropriation of $4,550 for Creation of a New Revenue Line Item in the Human Resource Department for Rental Revenue from the Café" (First Read 6/22/26) 3. Ordinance Number 54, 2026, "Eighth 2026 General Fund Budget Supplemental Appropriation of $15,363 for Creation of New Lines in the County Solicitor Department for Temporary Staff" (First Read 6/22/26) 4. Ordinance Number 55, 2026, "Ninth 2026 General Fund Budget Supplemental Appropriation of $67,568 for Additional Expenses in the County Executive Department" (First Read 6/22/26) 5. Ordinance Number 56, 2026, "Second 2026 Gaming Fund Budget Supplemental Appropriation of $1,000,000 for Transfer to Revolving Loan Fund" (First Read 6/22/26) …
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Thu Jul 16, 2026 · 16:00

General

Council to consider ordinance allowing mobile device use at public meetings

The Erie County Council Personnel Committee will consider ordinances adjusting salaries, budget lines, and position classifications, as well as a new rule to permit temporary unlocking of mobile devices at public meetings to facilitate public access and recording under the Sunshine Act. Also scheduled is a possible appointment to the Erie County Housing Authority. Items include first-read ordinances from previous meetings and new business.

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PERSONNEL COMMITTEE Erie County Council View More at www.eriecountypa.gov Public is invited to attend. Rock Copeland, Chairman Charlie Bayle, Vice Chairman Chris Drexel Ellen Schauerman Terry M. Scutella Jim Wertz Jim Winarski Erie County Courthouse 140 West 6th Street, Room 114A Erie, PA 16501 4:00 PM – follows immediately after Finance Meeting Join via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82651748248?pwd=SS5hJcwpRvNiFlSHYbq2a0b0baBUSZ.1 Meeting ID: 826 5174 8248 Passcode: 010826 +1 929 205 6099 July 16, 2026 PERSONNEL AGENDA 1. Ordinance Number 60, 2026, "2026 Appointed Official Salary - Part-Time Assistant Public Defender" (First Read 6/22/26) 2. Ordinance Number 61, 2026, "2026 Library Fund Budget Revised Expenditures of $1,669 for Elimination of One Library Clerk Position and Creation of One Library Assistant Position" (First Read 6/22/26) 3. Ordinance Number 62, 2026, "2026 General Fund Budget Revised Revenue and Expenditures of $4,434 for Change of Position in the County Executive Department from Part Time to Full Time" (First Read 6/22/26) 4. Ordinance Number ____, 2026, "Approving the temporary unlocking of mobile devices for individuals attending public meetings of Erie County Council in order to facilitate public access and recording rights consistent with the Pennsylvania Sunshine Act" 5. Ordinance Number_______, 2026 "2026 General Fund Budget Revised Expenditures of $6,512 for Change in Gr …
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Mon Jun 22, 2026 · 18:00

County Council

Council considers electronic bidding and multiple budget appropriations

Erie County Council will review several ordinances regarding budget supplemental appropriations and personnel changes. The body is also considering a shift to an electronic bidding process for competitive bids and RFPs.

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✓ Decided: Erie County Council approves HRC director salary waiver 6-1, passes budget ordinances

Erie County Council approved a series of budget supplemental appropriations and personnel ordinances, including Ordinance 63, 2026, which changes the starting salary for the Director of the Human Relations Commission and waives the Human Resources Code; it passed 6-1 with Bayle voting no. Council also approved Ordinance 44, 2026 to allow electronic bidding for competitive bids and RFPs, amended to start August 1st, and accepted several other ordinances covering drug and alcohol funds, library renovations, and position changes. The minutes of May 5, 2026 were tabled 7-0 after Copeland objected to their accuracy, while the June 2, 2026 minutes were accepted 7-0. Public speakers raised concerns about the ECRSSA decision, transparency, and election practices, but Council took no action on those matters during the meeting.

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AGENDA Erie County Council View More at www.eriecountypa.gov Public is invited to attend. Terry M. Scutella, Chairman Chris Drexel, Vice Chairman Charlie Bayle Rock Copeland Ellen Schauerman Jim Wertz Jim Winarski Erie County Courthouse 140 West 6th Street, Room 117 Erie, PA 16501 REGULAR MEETING 5:00 P.M. – Council Caucus 6:00 P.M. – Council Meeting View Live: https://www.youtube.com/c/eriecountypa Monday, June 22, 2026 1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 2. OPTIONAL PRAYER OR REFLECTION 3. ROLL CALL 4. HEARING OF THE PUBLIC A. Michelle Dovishaw B. Cyndi Treiber C. Others 5. MINUTES FROM PREVIOUS MEETING A. May 5, 2026 - Regular Meeting B. June 2, 2026 - Regular Meeting 6. REPORTS OF COUNTY OFFICIALS A. County Executive and/or Designee B. Finance Committee - Chris Drexel C. Personnel Committee - Rock Copeland D. Other June 22, 2026 - P a g e | 2 7. OLD BUSINESS A. Ordinance Number 44, 2026, "Amending Article III, Section 1, D (4) and Article III, Section 2 E(1) and E(2) of the Administrative Code to approve the use of an electronic bidding process for all competitive bids and Requests for Proposal (RFP) for the County of Erie and repealing all inconsistent ordinances" (First Read 6/2/26) (Finance Committee) B. Ordinance Number 45, 2026, "Second 2026 Drug and Alcohol Fund Budget Supplemental Appropriation of $614,508 for Additional Revenue Received from …
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MINUTES Erie County Council View More At www.eriecountypa.gov Terry M. Scutella, Chairman Chris Drexel, Vice Chairman Charlie Bayle Rock Copeland Ellen Schauerman Jim Wertz Jim Winarski Erie County Courthouse 140 West 6th Street, Room 117 Erie, PA 16501 REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Monday, June 22, 2026 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The meeting was called to order at 6:00 P.M. by Mr. Scutella who then led the Pledge of Allegiance. OPTIONAL PRAYER OR REFLECTION Mrs. Schauerman read a reflection. ROLL CALL Present were Chairman Scutella and members Bayle, Copeland, Drexel, Schauerman, Wertz, and Winarski. Also present were Chief Clerk Karen Chillcott, Attorney Tom Talarico and Financial Advisor Colin Domowicz. HEARING OF THE PUBLIC Michelle Dovishaw Michelle Dovishaw, City of Erie-Was not present. Cyndi Treiber Cyndi Treiber, Edinboro-Spoke on the number of people that have come forward to talk about the decision on ECRSSA. She mentioned that Council had violated code and Home Rule Charter when they made this decision. She is also asking for a Resolution to never skip a second reading on anything that is being proposed. Others Jen Paulson, Millcreek-Spoke about the unrecorded meeting dated February 19, 2026. Also, about the e-mail from Ms. Chillcott to Chairman Scutella and others about a meeting held with courts prior to that February meeting. She stated that she had man …
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A motion was made by Mr. Copeland, seconded by Mr. Wertz to table these minutes. Motion carried, 7-0
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None June nay
A motion was made by Mr. Copeland, seconded by Mrs. Schauerman to adopt Ordinance 63, 2026. Mr. Copeland stated that he would vote yes to this Ordinance but disagrees that a waiver is attached to a…
5 yea
Drexel yea · Scutella yea · Schauerman yea · Wertz yea · Winarski) yea
Thu Jun 18, 2026 · 16:00

General

Personnel Committee to consider new data governance post and staffing changes

The Erie County Council Personnel Committee is meeting to discuss and likely vote on several ordinances involving budget adjustments and position changes. Key items include the creation of a Data Governance Administrator position and elimination of a GIS Administrator role, both at $74,082, as well as salary changes for assistant public defenders and other staffing shifts. The committee's recommendations will go to the full council.

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PERSONNEL COMMITTEE Erie County Council View More at www.eriecountypa.gov Public is invited to attend. Rock Copeland, Chairman Charlie Bayle, Vice Chairman Chris Drexel Ellen Schauerman Terry M. Scutella Jim Wertz Jim Winarski Erie County Courthouse 140 West 6th Street, Room 114A Erie, PA 16501 4:00 PM – follows immediately after Finance Meeting Join via Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82651748248?pwd=SS5hJcwpRvNiFlSHYbq2a0b0baBUSZ.1 Meeting ID: 826 5174 8248 Passcode: 010826 +1 929 205 6099 June 18, 2026 PERSONNEL AGENDA 1. Ordinance Number 47, 2026, "Sixth 2026 General Fund Budget Supplemental Appropriation of $74,082 for Creation of Data Governance Administrator Position in the Information Technology Department" (First Read 6/2/26) 2. Ordinance Number 48, 2026, "2026 Planning Fund Budget Revised Revenue and Expenditures of $74,082 for Elimination of GIS Administrator Position" (First Read 6/2/26) 3. Ordinance Number 50, 2026, "2026 Appointed Official Salary - Full Part-Time Assistant Public Defender" *AS AMENDED (First Read 6/2/26) 4. Ordinance Number ____, 2026, "2026 Appointed Official Salary - Part-Time Assistant Public Defender" 5. Ordinance Number ____, 2026, "2026 Library Fund Budget Revised Expenditures of $1,669 for Elimination of One Library Clerk Position and Creation of One Library Assistant Position" 6. Ordinance Number ____, 2026, "2026 General Fund Budget Revised R …
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Thu Jun 18, 2026 · 16:00

General

Committee to consider electronic bidding ordinance and $1M loan fund transfer

The Erie County Council Finance Committee will consider a series of ordinances, including authorizing an electronic bidding process for county contracts, multiple budget supplemental appropriations totaling over $1.5 million, and a $1 million transfer to the Revolving Loan Fund. Also on the agenda are a convention center authority refunding bond project and potential sales of four county-owned parcels.

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FINANCE COMMITTEE Erie County Council View More At: www.eriecountypa.gov Public is invited to attend. Chris Drexel, Chairman Jim Winarski, Vice Chairman Charlie Bayle Rock Copeland Ellen Schauerman Terry M. Scutella Jim Wertz Erie County Courthouse 140 West 6th Street, Room 114A Erie, PA 16501 4:00 PM Join Via Zoom: June 18, 2026 https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82651748248?pwd=SS5hJcwpRvNiFlSHYbq2a0b0baBUSZ.1 Meeting ID: 826 5174 8248 Passcode: 010826 +1 929 205 6099 FINANCE AGENDA 1. Ordinance Number 44, 2026, "Amending Article III, Section 1, D (4) and Article III, Section 2 E(1) and E(2) of the Administrative Code to approve the use of an electronic bidding process for all competitive bids and Requests for Proposal (RFP) for the County of Erie and repealing all inconsistent ordinances" (First Read 6/2/26) 2. Ordinance Number 45, 2026, "Second 2026 Drug and Alcohol Fund Budget Supplemental Appropriation of $614,508 for Additional Revenue Received from the PA Department of Drug and Alcohol" (First Read 6/2/26) 3. Ordinance Number 46, 2026, "First 2026 Capital Projects Fund Budget Supplemental Appropriation of $491,158 for Additional Revenue Received from the Erie Regional Library Foundation for Renovations" (First Read 6/2/26) 4. Ordinance Number _____, 2026, "_____ 2026 Library Fund Budget Supplemental Appropriation of $2,000 for Revenue Received from UPMC" 5. Ordinance Number _____, 2026, "____ …
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Mon Jun 8, 2026 · 11:00

General

Board to certify General Primary Election results

The Erie County Board of Elections will meet to certify the results from the May 19, 2026, General Primary Election. The meeting will be held at the Erie County Courthouse and is open to the public via Zoom.

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140 West 6th Street, Room 114, Erie
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Charlie Bayle Rock Copeland Chris Drexel Ellen Schauerman Terry M. Scutella Jim Winarski Jim Wertz COUNTY OF ERIE BOARD OF ELECTIONS Erie County Courthouse 140 West 6th Street, Rm. 114 Erie, PA 16501 ERIE COUNTY BOARD OF ELECTIONS June 8, 2026 11:00 AM Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87211480052?pwd=cxi3M0nW1tbauJPE7DLTMbiFuCapDc.1 Meeting ID: 872 1148 0052 Passcode: 013126 1. Call to Order 2. Roll Call 3. Hearing of the Public 4. New Business A. Certification of Election Results from the General Primary Election of May 19, 2026 5. Questions and Comments from the Board 6. Adjournment
Tue Jun 2, 2026 · 18:00

County Council

Council to consider electronic bidding system for all county contracts

The Erie County Council holds a regular meeting with caucus at 5pm and public meeting at 6pm. They will vote on two previously introduced ordinances and conduct first readings on seven new ordinances, including electronic bidding, budget supplements, and salary adjustments. Several appointments to county boards are also proposed.

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✓ Decided: County Council approved full‑time Assistant Public Defender salary position

The council moved Ordinance 49 to a second reading (5-2) and then adopted it, creating a full‑time Assistant Public Defender salary (6-1). An amendment to make Ordinance 50 a full‑time position also passed unanimously (7-0). Resolution 22 on mobile‑device accommodations was rejected (3-4). Appointments of Joel Natalie to the Community College Board and Sherri Heasley to the Housing Authority were confirmed unanimously.

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AGENDA Erie County Council View More at www.eriecountypa.gov Public is invited to attend. Terry M. Scutella, Chairman Chris Drexel, Vice Chairman Charlie Bayle Rock Copeland Ellen Schauerman Jim Wertz Jim Winarski Erie County Courthouse 140 West 6th Street, Room 117 Erie, PA 16501 REGULAR MEETING 5:00 P.M. – Council Caucus 6:00 P.M. – Council Meeting View Live: https://www.youtube.com/c/eriecountypa Tuesday, June 2, 2026 1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE 2. OPTIONAL PRAYER OR REFLECTION 3. ROLL CALL 4. HEARING OF THE PUBLIC A. Others 5. REPORTS OF COUNTY OFFICIALS A. County Executive and/or Designee B. Finance Committee - Chris Drexel C. Personnel Committee - Rock Copeland D. Other 6. OLD BUSINESS A. Ordinance Number 41, 2026, "2026 Children and Youth Services Fund Budget Revised Expenditures of $345,000 for Creation of Expense Line Items for Court Ordered Placements" (First Read 5/5/26) B. Ordinance Number 42, 2026, "First 2026 Mental Health/Intellectual Disabilities Fund Budget Supplemental Appropriation of $346,454 for Additional Revenue in Calendar Year 2026" (First Read 5/5/26) June 2, 2026 - P a g e | 2 7. NEW BUSINESS A. First Reading of Ordinance Number 44, 2026, "Amending Article III, Section 1, D (4) and Article III, Section 2 E(1) and E(2) of the Administrative Code to approve the use of an electronic bidding process for all competitive bids and Req …
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MINUTES Erie County Council View More At www.eriecountypa.gov Terry M. Scutella, Chairman Chris Drexel, Vice Chairman Charlie Bayle Rock Copeland Ellen Schauerman Jim Wertz Jim Winarski Erie County Courthouse 140 West 6th Street, Room 117 Erie, PA 16501 REGULAR MEETING MINUTES Tuesday, June 2, 2026 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The meeting was called to order at 6:00 P.M. by Chairman Scutella who then led the Pledge of Allegiance. OPTIONAL PRAYER OR REFLECTION A reflection was offered by Mrs. Schauerman. ROLL CALL Present were Chairman Scutella, Members Bayle, Copeland, Drexel, Schauerman, Wertz and Winarski. Also present were County Clerk Karen Chillcott, Attorney Jay Stranahan and Financial Advisor Colin Domowicz. HEARING OF THE PUBLIC Others Unnamed gentleman-Asked Mr. Copeland several questions pertaining to social media posts, proceeded to do a push-up prior to leaving the podium. Caleb Landis-Albion, Spoke out asking Council to be aware of the website recently released by Washington, D.C. concerning illegals, especially those living in Erie County. He stated that this site also shows involvement in potential crimes. Deonte Cooley-City of Erie, Speaker requested a change in the current cell phone procedure. He also commented that some departments are receiving larger amounts of money, and he would like to see community centers get some of that money. Cindy Trieber-Edinboro, Spoke out in su …
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🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
A motion was made by Mrs. Schauerman to move this Ordinance to a second read, seconded by Mr. Winarski. Mr. Copeland spoke on the reasoning behind moving some things forward. Mr. Wertz stated that he…
5 yea
Bayle yea · Scutella yea · Schauerman yea · Wertz yea · Winarski yea
motion to adopt Ordinance Number 49, seconded by Mr. Winarski. Prior to the vote, Mr. Drexel stated that the solicitor had confirmed with the Public Defender that there was no violation for anyone…
6 yea
Bayle yea · Copeland yea · Scutella yea · Schauerman yea · Wertz yea · Winarski yea
motion to adopt Resolution 22, 2026 was made by Mr. Wertz, seconded by Mr. Copeland. Mr. Bayle stated that he has no problem with the discussion on this topic but is not in favor of telling the…
3 yea
Copeland yea · Drexel yea · Wertz yea

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🌐 County-level context (Erie County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Net migration-1,171 people (-$50.8M net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)2 ({"Hurricane": 3, "Flood": 2, "Snowstorm": 2, "Biological": 2 · last Mon Mar 30, 2020)
Traffic fatalities36 (7 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments6,103 (114,339 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,118/mo (5,578 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy17.7% (low numeracy 29% · 2017)

Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC

City profile

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825
Recorded votes
$465.2M
Annual budget
$25.3M
Debt outstanding
243
Permitted housing units

The money — in

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Budget

Revenue$465.2M
Spending$443.1M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.

Debt load LOW

Outstanding debt$25.3M
Debt-to-revenue0.05×
Debt-load index42 / 100
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Outcomes — economic mobility

source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research use

For kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:

White kids
0.434
All kids
0.408
Black kids
0.290

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