Government

Government

Health Advisory Council hears from county social services, decides on bimonthly meetings next year

The council was formed to share health information and provide input to county leaders.

By Justin Stoltzfus - October 10, 2023

Government

City rededicates Binns Park after renovations

If his parents James Hazlett Binns and Ruamie Hill Binns could see the 100 block of North Queen Street today, “they would be so excited and so pleased,” Jim Binns said.

By Tim Stuhldreher - October 10, 2023

Government

‘Listening session’ on correctional facility project planned Wednesday evening

Representatives of TranSystems Corp., the firm hired to design the facility, will introduce themselves; and they and the county will provide an overall update on the project and its status.

By One United Lancaster - October 10, 2023

Government

County housing authority receives more than 3,000 applications for 500 spots on its voucher waiting list

The authority opened its waiting list this week for the first time since 2007.

By One United Lancaster - October 6, 2023

Government

Home Rule Study Commission holds first neighborhood meeting

The session at Bright Side Opportunities Center was the first of four planned at neighborhood venues to encourage public engagement.

By Tim Stuhldreher - October 6, 2023

Government

Lancaster to host input session on Pennsylvania’s next workforce development plan

Feedback will be incorporated into the state’s strategy for 2024-28.

By One United Lancaster - October 5, 2023

Government

Expanded voter ID is back on the table in Pa.

Currently, state law requires voters to show proof of identification the first time they vote at a polling place.

By Votebeat - October 5, 2023

Government

Elected leaders tell Home Rule Study Commission: city’s issues are fiscal, not structural

The commission meets Thursday evening at Bright Side Opportunities Center.

By Tim Stuhldreher - October 4, 2023

Government

City agrees to apply for state grants on nonprofits’ behalf (update)

Eight organizations made their pitches Monday, and another eight are expected in November.

By Tim Stuhldreher - October 4, 2023

Government

Neighborhood group helps city locate lead water pipes

Water systems must catalog all their lead service lines by mid-October 2024.

By Tim Stuhldreher - October 3, 2023

Government

Homelessness services hub, shelter to seek zoning relief

The two sites are being used to expand capacity in response to the local increase in homelessness.

By One United Lancaster - September 29, 2023

Community

Advocates tout Inflation Reduction Act’s potential to assist Lancaster County farmers

Nationwide, the IRA commits $40 billion to agricultural and rural initiatives.

By One United Lancaster - September 29, 2023