Elections in Pennsylvania local government
What Pennsylvania city councils, county boards and school districts are deciding about elections — plain-English summaries written from official agendas and minutes, updated as meetings happen.
268 Pennsylvania meetings since 2024 covered elections. Counts are directional — coverage varies by place and platform.
Places in Pennsylvania with the most elections activity
- Luzerne County, PA (41)
- Delaware County, PA (30)
- Centre County, PA (24)
- Erie County, PA (22)
- Bucks County, PA (20)
- Erie, PA (16)
- Venango County, PA (14)
- Chester County, PA (14)
- Philadelphia, PA (8)
- Bradford County, PA (7)
- Pittsburgh, PA (7)
- West Chester, PA (6)
Latest matching meetings
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 considers new guidelines for initiative and referendum petition reviews
The Board of Elections and Registration is meeting to vote on a resolution establishing formal hearing procedures for reviewing initiative and referendum petitions. The Board will also consider a request from C. Belles for additional time to submit petition challenges.
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 approves $771.7 million behavioral health contract
The Bucks County Commissioners will vote on a series of contract approvals and grant acceptances. Highlights include a $771,690,481 agreement with Magellan Behavioral Health of Pennsylvania for a HealthChoices Behavioral Health program, a $2,158,002 contract with BARC Developmental Services for intellectual disability…
Venango County Election Board approves Rockland Township polling location change
The Venango County Election Board met to review voter registration statistics and updates. The board decided to change the Rockland Township polling location.
Venango County Commissioners to review human services contracts and park updates
The Board of Commissioners is meeting to approve several human services contract renewals for 2026-2027 and a resolution modifying Community Development Block Grant activities. The meeting also includes sessions for the Election Board and Retirement Board to handle administrative updates and pension disbursements.
Council puts $120M land conservation bond on Nov. ballot
County Council will consider submitting a $120 million bond referendum for land conservation to voters in November. The council also will vote on multiple grants and contracts, including a $2.1 million election integrity grant and a $1.4 million counter-drone system. Several contracts for 911 dispatch software…
Commissioners to consider vehicle parking lease, child accounting system upgrade
The Clearfield County Board of Commissioners will hold a regular meeting on July 14, 2026, to vote on several administrative and service agreements, including a vehicle parking lease with the Redevelopment Authority, an upgrade to the child accounting system, and new polling place lease forms. The agenda also includes…
Board to vote on $55,396.80 Taser contract for Probation
The Centre County Board of Commissioners will consider approving a contract with Axon Enterprise Inc. for eight Taser 7s and related equipment, funded by a JRI-2 grant. Other actions include adopting a proclamation for Park and Recreation Professionals Day, approving contracts for a postage machine and foster care…
Commissioners consider FY 2026-2027 Human Services Development Fund allocations
The Bradford County Commissioners will discuss funding allocations for several human services organizations and approve various service agreements. The board will also consider personnel hires, a contract for vote-by-mail packets, and new veteran tax exemptions.
Historic Preservation Board to elect officers, discuss 2027 work plan
The Historic Preservation Advisory Board will elect a Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary for the coming term. They will receive updates on the Eagle Mine site and planning issues, and discuss the 2027 work plan and budget. Other items include historic district research, Phase III surveys, and tax credits.
Planning Commission elects secretary, discusses annual report
This Planning Commission meeting is largely procedural. Items include electing a secretary, discussing the annual report to Town Council, and a presentation on Erie's Town Hall 101. Public comments and staff reports are also scheduled.
Board to vote on new attorney pay grades across multiple county offices
The Personnel Board will consider 18 personnel items including new positions, reclassifications, salary adjustments, and a comprehensive attorney pay grade structure. The meeting also includes approval of minutes and public comment.
Tree Board to elect officers, recap Arbor Day events
The Tree Advisory Board will elect a Chair, Vice Chair, and Secretary. Members will also recap the 2026 Arbor Day/Earth Day Celebration, discuss the Tree Talk newsletter, and review Tree Walks and Planting Your Future programs.
Venango County certifies 2026 primary election with 20.77% voter turnout
The Election Board approved minutes from the May 12 meeting and certified the 2026 Primary Election, reporting 6,422 voters participated (20.77% turnout). Director Laura Anna will present at a FLEX event on running for public office. No public comment was offered on the agenda.
Council to vote on Anti-Discrimination Ordinance 530
This email from a constituent is the only agenda item provided. The subject line indicates a voting session on Anti-Discrimination Ordinance 530, and one public comment in support is included.
Council to vote on anti-discrimination ordinance amid opposition
The provided agenda text consists solely of a public comment opposing the proposed Anti-Discrimination Ordinance. The comment urges council members to vote against the ordinance. No other agenda items are included in the text.
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.
Board of Elections to certify May 19, 2026 Primary Election results
The Chester County Board of Elections will meet to certify the official results of the May 19, 2026 Primary Election. The board will also receive updates and a report from Voter Services.
OSTAB to recommend 2027 Trails and Natural Areas Fund budget
The board will elect a new chair, vice chair, and secretary, then discuss and make a recommendation on the 2027 Trails and Natural Areas Fund budget. They will also review the annual work plan and prepare for their annual council presentation.
Board to certify May 19, 2026 Primary Election results
The Centre County Board of Elections will meet to approve minutes from the May 28, 2026 meeting and certify the results of the May 19, 2026 Primary Election. The board will also consider a settlement with the Department of Justice regarding ADA compliance at polling places.
Board of Elections to certify May 19 primary results
The Delaware County Board of Elections will certify the results of the May 19, 2026 Primary. The board will also consider re-districting and file consolidation plans for several townships and prepare for the November 3, 2026 General Election.
Erie Planning Commission to elect chair, discuss annual report
The Planning Commission will elect a chair and vice chair for the upcoming term and discuss a draft annual report to present to Town Council. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes, public comment, and staff reports.
Sustainability Board to discuss 2027 budget proposal
The Sustainability Advisory Board will elect officers and discuss its priorities for the 2026 budget. The main agenda item is a proposal for the 2027 budget. The board will also plan public engagement opportunities and schedule future meeting topics.
Certify May 19, 2026 General Primary Election results
The Luzerne County Board of Elections and Registration will hold a special meeting to certify the results of the May 19, 2026, General Primary Election. The meeting includes two public comment periods—one for agenda items and one for non-agenda items. The sole agenda item is the certification of the primary election.
Board to authorize signing of returns for May 19 primary
The Bucks County Board of Elections will meet to approve minutes from March and hear director and solicitor comments on the May 19, 2026, General Primary. The board is expected to authorize the signing of election returns for that primary. Public comment is limited to 3 minutes per speaker, with a 30-minute total…
Board to certify preliminary election results and canvass remaining ballots
The Centre County Board of Elections will consider approving minutes from the May 26 meeting, canvass any outstanding overseas/military ballots and additional mail-in/absentee or provisional ballots, and certify Part I of the preliminary election results. The board also sets a tentative schedule for final…
City Council considers ban on trash incineration by contractors
Council will hold public hearings and vote on several bills and resolutions. Key items include a ban on incinerating waste by city contractors, multiple zoning map amendments, and a resolution calling to remove Cuba from the state sponsors of terrorism list. Also up for vote are a park land acquisition near Vine…
Board of Elections to pre-certify May 19 Primary Election results
The Board of Elections will meet to pre-certify unofficial results for the May 19, 2026 Primary Election. The board will also canvass specific overseas, military, and mail-in ballots if any are present.
Board of Elections to adjudicate May 19, 2026, General Primary Election ballots
The Board of Elections and Registration will meet to decide whether to accept or reject specific categories of ballots. The board will review reports from the Canvassing Board and Office of Law to resolve deficiencies in mail-in and provisional ballots.
Board of Elections to canvass and tabulate Primary Election ballots
The Board of Elections will meet to adjudicate and tabulate various Primary Election ballots. This includes processing civilian absentee, mail-in, in-person Election Day, and military/civilian overseas ballots.
County Council approves grant renewals and service contracts
The Delaware County Council will consider renewing multiple health and safety grants, including $1.01 million for the Epidemiology Lab Capacity grant, and approve contracts for eFiling, voting machine supplies, and bridge engineering.
Board discusses post-primary election canvass and audit schedule
The Centre County Board of Elections will meet to approve minutes from May 7 and discuss the schedule for canvassing and certifying the May 19 primary election. The tentative schedule includes multiple days for adjudicating absentee and provisional ballots, a 2% statistical audit, and final certification on June 4…
Council to decide on $2.6M behavioral health loss transfer and opioid kiosk
Delaware County Council will consider a $2,627,836 transfer to cover 2024 HealthChoices behavioral health losses, approve grants including $206,300 for EMS and $500,000 for domestic violence prosecution, and vote on contracts such as a $100,000 opioid settlement kiosk and an eFiling system for Domestic Relations at no…
Voter Registration Commission to elect officers and appoint staff
The Chester County Board of Elections will hold an organizational meeting to elect a chair and vice chair, appoint a Chief Clerk and Chief Registrar, and adopt meeting rules. The body will also consider resolutions to appoint an Acting Chief Clerk and adopt an oath for the Chief Registrar.
Appointing poll workers and return board for 2026 Primary
The Chester County Board of Elections will consider resolutions to appoint poll workers and authorize members of the return board for the 2026 Primary Election. They will also receive a Voter Services Action Plan Update and a Director's Report. Public comment is scheduled both before and after agenda adoption.
Board of Elections to ratify polling location changes
The Erie County Board of Elections is meeting to discuss new business. The primary item is the ratification of changes to three polling locations.
Council to vote on 2025 PAYS data (Part I)
The Centre County Drug and Alcohol Planning Council will meet on May 13, 2026 to consider routine items such as minutes, committee reports, and old business. The primary decision item is the New Business agenda point to review and vote on the 2025 PAYS data (Part I). The meeting also includes a rolling agenda…
Venango County Election Board reviews primary election statistics
The Election Board met to review voter registration and mail-in ballot statistics for the May 19, 2026, primary election. The board noted the deadline for requesting mail-in ballots and the return deadline for those ballots.
Commissioners to approve lease-purchase contract with Johnson Controls for prison
The Venango County Commissioners will consider approving a lease-purchase contract with Johnson Controls for the prison, along with several other contracts and resolutions. They will also receive updates on preparations for the May 19 primary election and approve multiple human services contract renewals. The meeting…