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.
3,775 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
- Luzerne County, PA (287)
- Pittsburgh, PA (218)
- Allentown, PA (171)
- Wyomissing, PA (150)
- Centre County, PA (142)
- Ephrata, PA (139)
- West Chester, PA (104)
- Erie County, PA (101)
- Lansdale, PA (86)
- Philadelphia, PA (86)
- Wayne County, PA (83)
- Lansdowne, PA (72)
Latest matching meetings
Pension board to review OPEB and pension plan performance
The West Whiteland Township Pension Advisory Board is meeting to review the performance of its OPEB and pension plans, including comparisons to benchmarks and a review of economic and market indicators. The board will also approve minutes from its July 22, 2026 meeting and consider any new business from members.
Allentown Redevelopment Authority meets to review finances and property inventory
The Allentown Redevelopment Authority will hold a routine meeting to approve past minutes, review August 2026 financial reports, and discuss properties in its inventory. No major decisions are scheduled, but updates on four properties under RFP and a loan update will be provided.
Allentown committee to vote on $6.5M transfer to Risk Fund for healthcare costs
The Human Resources, Administration and Appointments Committee is considering Bill 61, which would transfer $6.5 million from the General Fund's unappropriated balance to the Risk Fund. The funds are needed to cover higher-than-expected healthcare claims, prescription drug benefits, and other employee medical costs…
Committee to review 2027 IT budget and CISO quarterly report
The Administration, Communication & Technology Committee is meeting to receive the Chief Information Security Officer's quarterly report and a presentation on the 2027 Information Technology Budget. The committee will also consider approving the minutes from its August 2026 meeting. Public comments are limited to five…
Committee discusses mobile food trucks, leaf blowers, and university master plan
The West Chester Smart Growth Committee meets to review reports, discuss ordinances, and prepare for a future vote on the West Chester University Master Plan. The committee will consider a mobile food truck ordinance, debate gas-powered leaf blower restrictions, and review HARB applications for local businesses.
West Chester finance panel to weigh $10K budget shift, $6K elevator fix, $155K in purchases
The Finance & Revenue Committee is meeting to review the 2027 budget, approve August 2026 minutes, and vote on two budget modifications and a batch of purchasing requests. The budget modifications reallocate $10,000 for an unbudgeted study and add $6,006 for garage elevator repairs. The committee will also recommend…
Council to award $1.98M Market Square improvement contract
The Manheim Borough Council will consider awarding a $1,978,990 contract for the Market Square Improvement Project to JVI Group Inc., the lowest responsible bidder, and authorize the Borough Manager to execute related documents through PennDOT's ECMS. The council will also vote on several smaller items, including a…
Council committee begins 2027 budget work, reviews 2026 finances
The Finance, Administration Committee is meeting to review the preliminary treasurer's report for the 2026 budget and begin work on the 2027 budget, including discussions on insurance, ambulance services, and anticipated large expenses. They will also discuss revenue tracking, ambulance service, grant monitoring…
School board to vote on personnel, policies, budgets, and reports
The Upper Darby School District board will hold a combined work session and regular meeting, primarily voting to approve routine reports including personnel, policies, budgets, and facilities. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major standalone decisions listed beyond standard approvals.
Lower Providence supervisors hold 2027 budget workshop
The Lower Providence Township Board of Supervisors is holding a budget workshop to review presentations for the 2027 budget from various departments, including Community Development, Emergency Management/Fire Marshal, Parks and Recreation, Police, Public Works, and the Finance Director/Township Manager. The meeting…
Sustainability Advisory Committee to discuss budget and outreach
The Sustainability Advisory Committee is holding a regular meeting with a largely procedural agenda. The main items are community outreach, volunteer coordination, updates from previous meetings, and the 2026/2027 budget. No specific decisions or proposals are detailed in the agenda.
Facilities Committee to vote on $107,572 in contracts for HVAC, water testing
The Pennsbury School District Board Facilities Committee will meet in person on September 3, 2026, at Charles Boehm Middle School. The agenda includes public comment, information items on the high school update and mold assessment regulation, and action items for approving contracts for indoor air quality fees, lead…
Wayne County Commissioners to vote on grants, contracts, and hires
The Wayne County Commissioners will meet to ratify agreements, approve grants, and act on personnel matters. Items include inmate boarding, opioid settlement funds, and hiring for county roles.
Borough Council to discuss 2026 parking garage repairs and Ridge Road stormwater project
Media Borough Council will review reports from the Borough Manager, Engineer, and Solicitor, including discussions on 2026 parking garage repairs and the Ridge Road stormwater project. Council committees will also consider permits for multiple public events, healthcare renewals, and a police vehicle sale.
Board to decide Verizon franchise renewal, Scholar's Grove conditional use
The Lower Providence Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing on a conditional use application for 7 Brew at 2641 Ridge Pike, and consider decisions on the Scholar's Grove conditional use and a Verizon franchise renewal agreement (Ordinance #699). They will also discuss the 2027 Minimum Municipal Obligation and…
Drug & Alcohol Commission board meets; new members, budget report on agenda
The Cumberland-Perry Drug & Alcohol Commission Community Advisory Board is meeting to welcome new members, discuss elections, and hear reports from the executive director and program staff. The agenda includes a budget report for 2025/2026 and updates on Recovery Month activities, case management, and prevention…
Salary Board to set warden pay, cut technician post, upgrade EI roles
The Centre County Salary Board will vote on personnel salary actions, including setting the full-time Warden's salary for the Correctional Facility, eliminating a Facilities Technician 1 position, and reclassifying two Early Intervention positions in Human Services. The board will also approve minutes from its August…
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…
Swissvale Council to approve $3.5M in financing and $72K in purchases
The Swissvale Borough Council will vote on approving minutes, paying $1.24M in bills, and authorizing $3.5M in financing for DPW building renovations and capital projects. They will also consider purchasing a 2027 Chevrolet Equinox EV, new computers, and two agreements with Verizon and Lamar Advertising.
Parks board to review softball batting cage request and 2027 budget plan
The Lower Paxton Township Parks and Recreation Board will meet on September 2, 2026, to discuss a request from the Linglestown Softball Association to install a batting cage at Koons Park, review the 2027 operating budget and capital plan proposal, and receive updates from the Greenway Committee. The board will also…
Arts Council to review budget and upcoming local events
The Lower Paxton Township Arts Council will meet to discuss a budget update and plan upcoming events, including a Fall Festival, Storywalk, and Jingle Jam. The meeting is procedural with no major decisions expected.
Council to vote on gun shop ordinance, EAC expansion, truck purchase
The Lansdowne Borough Council is holding a caucus meeting with a public hearing on a retail gun shop ordinance and several action items. The council will vote on expanding the Environmental Advisory Council, approving certificates of appropriateness for two Baltimore Ave properties, purchasing a pickup truck, and…
Borough Council to approve $1.35 million in monthly payments at work session
Lansdale Borough Council will hold a work session to review routine committee reports and approve a $1,349,941.18 check warrant for September 2, 2026. The meeting includes public comment but no substantive decisions beyond the warrant approval.
Lansdale finance panel to review mid-year report and 2027 budget plans
The Administration & Finance Committee will meet to approve prior meeting minutes, review the borough’s financial report as of July 31, 2026, and discuss a 2027 budget outline. Members may also act on a budget amendment, a generator purchase for Fairmount Fire Company, and updated copy charges for the Tax Collector.
County Council to consider capital bond borrowing and multiple grants
The Delaware County Council is meeting to consider a capital bond ordinance for future projects, hear an update from the Public Defender, and vote on a consent agenda with numerous grants and contracts. The agenda includes accepting over $2.7 million in state and federal grants for drone detection, crime victim…
Bucks County Commissioners to vote on a $7.5M mental health contract and facility repairs
The Bucks County Commissioners will consider a broad consent agenda featuring numerous human services, housing, and election contracts, alongside a $7.5M contract with Lenape Valley Foundation. The board will also vote on a 2026 operating budget adjustment and various board appointments.
Airport board reviews progress on hangars, taxiway, weather system, fuel facility
The Forty Fort Airport Advisory Board is reviewing construction progress on multiple projects at the Wilkes-Barre/Wyoming Valley Airport. The update covers the T-Hangar and Taxiway project, the AWOS weather system installation, and the Jet A fuel facility. Most work is partially complete, with electrical work lagging…
Media PA Recreation Board to review monthly activities and budget
The Media Borough Recreation Board will meet to approve minutes, receive committee updates, and review the monthly budget balance. The board will also discuss past events like Movie Nights and National Night Out, and plan upcoming activities such as Sept/October Movie Nights, Porchfest/Yard Sale Weekend, and the…
Parking Authority reviews Thomas Thompson lease and approves $600.49 in bills
The Wilkes-Barre Parking Authority Board of Directors will hold a routine meeting on September 1st. The agenda includes standard procedural items such as public comments, approval of prior minutes, and reports from the LAZ, Chairman, Engineer, and Solicitor. The board will also review the Thomas Thompson Lease and…
Board to vote on 22 Anchor Parkway tax appeal settlement and Main Street zoning
The Limerick Township Board of Supervisors will consider approving a tax assessment appeal settlement for 22 Anchor Parkway and discuss the Main Street zoning district. The agenda also includes confirming an appointment for the Brooke Elementary School alterations project, reviewing the bills list, and receiving…
Township awards $408,623.94 road paving contract and appoints new police chief
The Board of Supervisors will vote on several contracts, including a $408,623.94 award for 2026 road milling and paving and a three-year recycling data agreement. The body will also appoint Mark Freeman as Chief of Police effective October 12, 2026, and approve a zoning amendment for a property on Jolly Road…
Board approves $136,669 in grants for victim services and $215,000 for housing projects
The Centre County Board of Commissioners will approve funding for victim services and sustainable housing, along with several contract renewals for mental health and child welfare providers. The agenda includes the approval of a bid advertisement for probation office renovations and the adoption of a proclamation for…
City Council to discuss 2026 2nd Quarterly Financial & Performance Report
City Council will hold a discussion regarding the 2026 2nd Quarterly Financial & Performance Report. The meeting includes representatives from the Department of Finance and the Office of Management and Budget.
County presents $4.8M capital plan and 10-year facility condition data for review
The Operational Services Committee is reviewing a facility assessment prepared by ICS/CMTA, Inc. The presentation outlines a proposed 2026-2028 capital plan totaling $4,833,743, funded by County Bond Funds, and provides 10-year condition estimates for 15 county buildings. The document notes that the assessment is a…
Finance Committee reviews July financial reports and 2025 audit update
The Centre County Finance Committee will approve the minutes from its August 6, 2026 meeting. The agenda includes a review of the 2025 audit update, interest earnings for July, and the financial report for July. No specific dollar amounts, contracts, or ordinances are listed in the provided text.
Retirement Board to ratify $2.74M in payments, hear fund performance
The Fayette County Retirement Board will consider approving minutes, ratifying several payments including advisory, investment management, and actuarial fees, and ratifying a total of $2,735,695.88 in payments made from May to July 2026. The board will also hear presentations on the pension fund's second-quarter…
Board to award $1.5M library design contract and approve Taco Bell site
The Abington Township Board of Commissioners will vote on several major projects, including a $1,498,000 contract for architectural and engineering design services for the Abington Township Public Library. The board will also approve a land development application for a Taco Bell at 1919 Easton Road and a conditional…
County facilities assessment review and capital plan presentation
The Operational Services Committee will hear a presentation from CMTA ICS on the countywide facilities assessment, including a 10-year capital needs estimate of $78.5 million and a progress update on the correctional facility feasibility study. The committee will also vote to approve the minutes from the July 22, 2026…
Commissioners to approve FY2027/2028 budget and $50,000 housing grant
The Cumberland County Board of Commissioners will vote on the Fiscal Year 2027/2028 Needs Based Budget and approve a $50,000 Affordable Housing Trust Fund grant. The agenda includes routine contract approvals for social services and public safety, as well as capital project requests for vehicle telematics and laptop…
Board approves 50-home residential development on former Weston Solutions campus
The Board of Supervisors is deciding to grant conditional use approval for the redevelopment of the 53.55-acre former Weston Solutions office campus at 1400 Weston Way into a residential community. The project includes 49 single-family detached homes and the conversion of the historic Morstein mansion into six…