Budget & taxes in Pennsylvania local government
What Pennsylvania city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about budget & taxes — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
2,278 Pennsylvania meetings since 2024 covered budget & taxes. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Pennsylvania with the most budget & taxes activity
- Pittsburgh, PA (215)
- Allentown, PA (165)
- Luzerne County, PA (118)
- Erie County, PA (101)
- West Chester, PA (99)
- Philadelphia, PA (87)
- Centre County, PA (84)
- Wyomissing, PA (68)
- Ephrata, PA (67)
- Delaware County, PA (67)
- Pennsbury School District, PA (65)
- Erie, PA (61)
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Lititz Borough Authority to discuss stormwater fees and LBA operations
The Lititz Borough Authority will review reports from Inframark, Entech, and the WTMA. The body is scheduled to discuss stormwater management fees and LBA operations, including lease and WTMA agreements.
Norristown Council to settle tax appeals and approve bridge repairs
Norristown Municipal Council will consider settlements for two tax assessment appeals and ratify an emergency contract for bridge repairs. The body will also approve a contract for a fitness court and authorize a multimodal transportation grant application.
City Council to approve 13 historic preservation certificates
The City Council will consider approving 13 Certificates of Appropriateness for historic properties across the city and discuss ordinances regarding exterior maintenance and definitions. The body will also authorize grants and software financing.
Council to consider Wawa development and Eisenhower Drive signal upgrades
Hanover Borough Council will discuss a land development plan for a Wawa at 301 Eisenhower Drive and a signalization upgrade project on Eisenhower Drive. The body is also considering a new purchasing policy and a letter of support for county-wide homelessness coordination.
City committees discuss budget transfers and donations for public safety and infrastructure
The Pittsburgh Standing Committees will consider budget transfers, a new fleet vehicle fund, and accept donations totaling $52 million for fire and EMS vehicles. The committees will also discuss land sales, historic site designation, and sewer improvements.
Committee to review noise regulations and a $50,000 budget amendment
The Community and Economic Development Committee is meeting to discuss updates to city noise ordinances and a supplemental budget appropriation. The session includes reviews of two specific bills regarding land use sound levels and loan repayments.
Consider amendment to add police pension credit for prior service
The Budget and Finance Committee will consider Bill 55, an amendment to Part 1 of Administrative Legislation Chapter 75 that adds a new section titled “Pension Service Credit for Prior Service with a Police Department.” The amendment would allow police officers to receive pension credit for service performed with…
Board to vote on $742,500 Aveanna Healthcare contract for emotional support coaches
The Pittsburgh Public Schools Board will review and vote on several grants and contracts for the 2026-27 school year, including a $742,500 contract with Aveanna Healthcare for Social Emotional Coaches in Emotional Support Classrooms, a $180,000 Partner4Work internship program, and other service agreements. The meeting…
Baldwin Borough Council to vote on $2.3 million in bills and salt storage repairs
Borough Council will consider several partial payments for infrastructure repairs and a change order for the Leland Center salt storage building. The body will also review monthly reports from the engineer, solicitor, mayor, and administration.
Prison Board will vote on terminating a corrections officer and hiring a replacement.
The Clearfield County Prison Board will consider several routine items, including approving the minutes from the June 16, 2026 meeting. The board will receive financial committee reports and the Warden’s monthly reports on housing, revenue, and the inmate financial responsibility program. Personnel actions include the…
Council to authorize financing OpenGov software via Univest Bank
The City Council will consider several resolutions, including authorizing the Easton DCED to apply for a Justice Assistance Grant, a Multimodal Transportation Grant, and a Hotel Tax Grant. It will also consider a resolution to finance the implementation of OpenGov software through Univest Bank. Additional agenda items…
Election of new library treasurer
The Lansdowne Public Library board will hear a guest speaker on roles and responsibilities, elect a new treasurer, and approve the June meeting minutes. The board will review the treasurer's report on April and June bills, receive governance updates and a strategic‑plan discussion, and hear a council report. Public…
Board approves $6.33M Human Services Block Grant Plan and multiple contracts
The Centre County Board of Commissioners will vote on several contract approvals, project close‑outs, and the FY 2026‑2027 Human Services Block Grant Plan. Items include a $58,533 addendum for 9‑1‑1 emergency communications, a $17,585.55 IT services contract with CDW‑G, and close‑outs for electrical and plumbing work…
Board recommends Council adopt 2026 Full-Service Concession Agreement
The Wyomissing Recreation Board approved the May 2026 meeting minutes and the May financial report. It recommended that the Borough Council adopt the 2026 Full-Service Concession Agreement at the July 14, 2026 council meeting. The board discussed safety and usage concerns at the Wyomissing Hills basketball courts…
Wyomissing Recreation Board approves June minutes and financial reports
The Wyomissing Borough Recreation Board will meet to approve the June 2026 meeting minutes and financial report. The board will also receive reports from the Independence Day Parade Sub-Committee and the Recreation Director regarding programs and facility maintenance.
Parking Authority discusses EV charging and grant opportunities
The Wilkes‑Barre Parking Authority Board will review reports, approve the prior meeting minutes, and consider several items including an EV charging discussion, LSA and HARIE grant discussions, and the transfer of recurring monthly bills to LAZ. No final decisions are indicated beyond routine approvals.
Discussion on Water Service Line Ordinance
The Pottstown Borough Authority will meet on July 21, 2026 at the Borough Hall. The agenda includes routine items such as call to order, public comment, approval of the May 19, 2026 minutes, and several staff reports. The only substantive agenda item is a discussion of a proposed Water Service Line Ordinance. No…
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.
Prison Board discusses security improvements and HR matters
The Prison Board of Inspectors will review the Warden’s Report, an update on prison security improvements, and various human‑resources items such as hires, transfers, promotions, terminations and retirements. The board will also consider vouchers submitted by the Controller. The meeting includes standard procedural…
Council considers zoning for data centers and police staffing increases
Norristown Municipal Council will hold a public hearing on permitting data centers in the Heavy Industrial District. The body is also deciding on police hiring, land development for a school addition, and several municipal contracts.
Council considers vacating part of Perkiomen Street and adding disabled parking
The Borough Council will discuss two new ordinances regarding street changes and parking. The meeting also includes personnel decisions for the police and EMS departments and a review of the 2nd Quarter 2026 Budget Performance Report.
Public Safety Committee will discuss the 2 nd Quarter Budget Report
The Ephrata Borough Council Public Safety Committee will first approve its agenda and appoint a member to the Civil Service Commission. It will then hear reports from the fire company, Ephrata Area Ambulance, the Emergency Management Council, and the police department. The committee will discuss the fire tax issue and…
Committee discusses financing options for repaving Shadow Oaks Lane
The Finance/Planning/Zoning subcommittee discussed financing options for repaving Shadow Oaks Lane, utility billing consistency, budgeting, and a Main Street zoning overlay. The Public Safety subcommittee considered hiring an Animal Control Officer and financing options for fire trucks. The Human/Community Services…
Infrastructure Committee to discuss data center zoning and sewer project payments
The committee is reviewing several infrastructure project payments and zoning updates. Key discussions include establishing criteria for data centers in the I-2 Zoning District and managing sanitary sewer upgrades.
Council to approve $100,700 bicycle plan grant and major development projects
The Media Borough Council will consider several reports and resolutions, including a manager's report on a Verizon cable franchise renewal and an engineer's report. Committee reports will cover a land development approval at 350 South Providence Road, transportation projects such as a bollard installation and a…
Council to vote on fee schedule revisions and a recycling contract extension
The Elizabethtown Borough Council will consider revisions to the municipal fee schedule and Resolution 2026‑15, and will vote on extending the Refuse and Recycling contract with Goods for one additional year. The council will also review bids for the South Poplar Street Sewer Improvements Phase 2, a change order for…
Malvern Finance Subcommittee to review mid-year financial results
The Finance and Administration Sub-Committee will meet to discuss the borough's mid-year financial results and a pension audit. The body will also review a proposed resolution regarding the Open Records Policy.
Commission will consider moving its monthly meeting start from 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
The Hanover Area Fire and Rescue Commission will approve items on the consent agenda, including the June 2026 meeting minutes, fire report, and journal entries. The Treasurer will present a report from Brown Plus, and the Finance & Personnel Committee will consider a tuition reimbursement for Advanced EMT Connor…
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…
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…
Media Borough Council discusses transportation grants and local ordinances
The Council will review several items including a $100,700 grant for a bicycle plan and various ordinance amendments. Discussion includes land development at 350 South Providence Road and updates to mass gathering and dining ordinances.
Historical Commission to discuss 2027 budget and committee reports
This meeting is largely procedural with reports from the chair and subcommittees. No votes or binding decisions are scheduled. The commission will hear updates on the Historic Atlas, Lafayette Week, the 2027 budget, and projects like the Gay Street School and Oral History Project.
Contract for Construction Services Resolution 2026-06 considered
The Easton Redevelopment Authority Board will consider a Contract for Construction Services (Resolution 2026-06). The meeting also includes review of financing proposals and discussion of property disposition. Additional agenda items are approval of May 2026 and June 2026 bills, approval of May 20th 2026 minutes…
Easton Environmental Advisory Council to discuss 2027 budget planning
The Environmental Advisory Council will meet to review reports on sustainability, transportation, and waste. The body will discuss budget requests for 2027 and updates on a litter heat map. Members will also address a plastic reduction survey and a state bill regarding solar requirements for warehouses.
Commissioners to vote on SALDO amendment, Act 13 funds, trail award
The Warren County Commissioners will consider several new business items, including a text amendment to the Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance (SALDO), Act 13 requests for Sheffield and Columbus, and a notice to award for the Spring Creek Bike-Hike Trail. They will also vote on a consent agenda containing…
County Council to ask voters for $120M for land conservation
The County Council will consider a resolution to place a $120 million debt question on the November 3, 2026 ballot for land conservation, drinking water protection, parks, and natural areas. The meeting also includes a consent agenda with numerous grants, contracts, and equipment purchases. Presentations on planning…
County adopts hazard mitigation plan, approves solar array bid
The Board of Commissioners will vote on a consent agenda including multiple resolutions and bid awards. Key items include adopting the Chester County Hazard Mitigation Plan, awarding a bid for a rooftop solar array at the Administration Building, and approving a cooperation agreement addendum with Longwood Gardens…
Council to vote on new vacant and at-risk property regulations
City Council will consider replacing the abandoned real property blight chapter with a new vacant and at-risk property ordinance. The body is also deciding on several budget amendments for health department positions and infrastructure grants.
Committee considers funding for independent five-year financial analysis
The Budget and Finance Committee will discuss Resolution R80. This proposal involves spending council funds for a five-year financial analysis and temporarily deferring certain capital projects until the analysis is complete.
Committee considers $15,000 for 14th Street crosswalk warning sign
The Public Works Committee is meeting to discuss an amendment to the 2026 Capital Fund Budget. The primary item is a proposal to fund a flashing beacon crosswalk sign using an AARP Community Challenge Grant.