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.
506 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 (157)
- Centre County, PA (63)
- Venango County, PA (34)
- Delaware County, PA (30)
- Erie County, PA (23)
- Bucks County, PA (21)
- Chester County, PA (14)
- Clearfield County, PA (13)
- Erie, PA (13)
- Wayne County, PA (11)
- Bradford County, PA (11)
- Philadelphia, PA (8)
Latest matching meetings
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…
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.
County to consider debt ordinance, grants, and contracts
The Clarion County Commissioners will vote on a debt ordinance, several grants and contracts, and other administrative items. Notable actions include a $1.1 million transportation grant, a $117,486 election integrity grant, and a contract for specialized foster care services.
Commissioners vote on $117,486 election grant and $1.1M medical transport renewal
The Clarion County Board of Commissioners will vote on a debt ordinance, a $117,486.60 election integrity grant, and a $1,115,690.00 medical transportation grant renewal. The agenda includes approvals for CDBG funding totaling $2.2 million and a contract with COBYS Family Services for foster care. Personnel changes…
Council to review budget reports and discuss adding ballot drop boxes
The Luzerne County Council work session will receive a presentation from Wellpath, review the fiscal year-to-date budget performance report as of July 31, 2026, and discuss a resolution requesting the Board of Elections examine potential locations for additional ballot drop boxes for the 2026 General Election. Public…
Board to approve mail ballot packet and three new drop box locations
The Centre County Board of Elections will consider approving the minutes from its June 4, 2026 meeting, review a DOJ settlement update, and take action on the mail ballot packet for the upcoming general election. The board will also vote on approving three new drop box locations, pending county commissioner approval…
Commissioners vote on $183,737 election grant and 11 new public safety hires
The Wayne County Commissioners will vote to accept a Pennsylvania Election Integrity Grant worth $183,736.97 for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. The agenda includes motions to approve a data sharing agreement with the state for child welfare services and to support a downtown economic development grant. Additionally, the…
Board votes to place five local government questions on Nov 3 ballot
The Luzerne County Board of Elections will vote on motions to place five specific questions on the November 3, 2026 General Election ballot. These questions involve changes to the City of Hazleton's government form and the size of the Boards of Supervisors in Sugarloaf and Jenkins Townships. The Board will also review…
County board to approve budget adjustment, grants, and multiple contracts
The Cumberland County Salary Board and Board of Commissioners will meet to approve routine personnel and financial actions, plus a budget adjustment and several contracts. The consent agenda includes a $919,565.35 election grant and a $149,569.00 law enforcement grant. The regular agenda features contract approvals…
Venango County Election Board reviews voter registration stats
The Venango County Election Board met and reviewed voter registration statistics, approving the minutes from the previous meeting. No public comment was offered, and no other business was discussed. The meeting was brief and procedural.
Millvale Council reorganizes, elects president for 2026-2028 term
The Millvale Borough Council is holding its reorganization meeting to elect a Council President for the term from August 11, 2026, to January 3, 2028. The agenda includes roll calls, public comment, and the election, with an executive session possible. No other substantive business is listed.
Commissioners to ratify disaster declaration, approve grants and leases
The Clearfield County Commissioners are meeting to handle routine business, including approving minutes and bills, and addressing personnel issues. They will also consider several action items, such as ratifying a disaster declaration, accepting an election integrity grant, and approving various agreements and leases.
Commissioners to vote on personnel hires, grants, and training center fees
The Centre County Board of Commissioners will consider approving multiple personnel actions, including new hires and a promotion, and several non-personnel items such as applying for a $513,469 Election Integrity Grant, contracting for employee health screenings, and paying inspection fees for the Public Safety and…
County to vote on $35M bond for community college capital projects
The Bucks County Commissioners will consider a $35 million bond issuance for community college capital projects and refunding, along with a consent agenda containing dozens of contracts and grants. Items include funding for behavioral health, children and youth services, election support, and facility upgrades.
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.
Public comments criticize County Council’s handling of election integrity and ordinance 2026-06-09
The Luzerne County Council meeting on July 28, 2026, includes a public comment session where residents raised concerns about election integrity, voter intimidation, and a recently passed ordinance. Speakers alleged suppression of voter rights and lack of accountability from council members.
County commissioners to consider $1.09M federal 9-1-1 grant application
The board will vote on a $1,085,286 grant application from the Department of Justice for 9-1-1 emergency communications. A $1.03M Microsoft software contract renewal is on the consent agenda. Most action items involve personnel changes across Corrections, Elections, Emergency Management, Human Services, Tax…
Jail Oversight Board ballot question among four charter amendments discussed
The Code Review Committee will discuss and may vote on four proposed ordinances to place charter amendments on the November 3, 2026 general election ballot. The amendments would authorize a county jail oversight board, clarify per diem election workers' eligibility for county boards, change airport board…
Council to review FY 26-27 drug and alcohol contract list
The Butler County Commissioners' Council on Drugs and Alcoholism will meet to review and approve the June 2026 minutes, discuss unfinished business, and consider the new FY 26-27 D&A contract list. The agenda also includes reports from the director, financial, case manager, and prevention staff, as well as updates on…
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…
County to vote on $146K election security upgrade, $98K jail AI system
The Fayette County Commissioners will vote on several contracts and agreements, including a $146,000 election security upgrade, a $98,326.93 jail AI safety system, and numerous behavioral health and children's services contracts. They will also consider a bond ordinance to refund 2023 notes and approve various…
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.
Commissioners vote on $11.1M debt refinancing and election equipment upgrades
The Fayette County Commissioners will vote on a resolution to refinance approximately $11,090,000 in outstanding debt obligations. The agenda includes approvals for election infrastructure upgrades funded by Act 88 grants, behavioral health service contracts, and a zoning change request in Luzerne Township…
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.
Board of Elections to certify amended Upper Allen 8 results
The Board of Elections will meet to discuss and approve the certification of amended results for Upper Allen 8. The board will also determine whether to submit these amended results to the Department of State.
Board of Elections to discuss amended Upper Allen 8 results
The Cumberland County Board of Elections will meet to review and potentially approve the public display of amended results for Upper Allen 8. The agenda also includes a request for an executive session regarding security matters.
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.