Government

Government

Lancaster takes steps to ramp up replacement of lead water pipes

A $1.9 million grant application is the next step in an effort to accelerate the removal of legacy infrastructure.

By One United Lancaster - July 11, 2023

Government

Shentel, tapped to restart Lancaster’s community broadband, deals with complaints in Manheim Township

Excavations to install fiber-optic cable for Shentel’s Glo Fiber service prompted hundreds of calls to the township office.

By Justin Stoltzfus - July 10, 2023

Government

The practicalities of city government: A Q&A with Patrick Hopkins

Hopkins has served as Lancaster’s director of administrative services under mayors Janice Stork, Rick Gray and Danene Sorace.

By One United Lancaster - July 7, 2023

Government

Lancaster municipal water customers to be billed monthly starting in August

The city is encouraging customers to create an online ahead of the Aug. 1 changeover.

By One United Lancaster - July 7, 2023

Government

Home Rule Study Commission adopts bylaws, plans first phase of its work

A provisional timeline calls for commissioners to read up on city government and state municipal law in July and August as well as interview key city elected officials and staff.

By One United Lancaster - July 7, 2023

Government

Applicants who need to re-register for pandemic mortgage assistance can do so Friday at Tec Centro

Representatives of the Pennsylvania Housing Finance Agency will be on hand from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m.

By Tim Stuhldreher - July 6, 2023

Government

CRIZ to provide up to $2 million for Transitional Living Center renovation

The TLC serves about 200 people a year, including dozens of children and veterans.

By Tim Stuhldreher - July 6, 2023

Government

Pa. will temporarily reopen water bill assistance program

It will relaunch on Monday and continue through Aug. 11 or until all funds are used.

By One United Lancaster - July 6, 2023

Community

Office of Aging to distribute Farmers Market Nutrition Vouchers starting in July

The vouchers were to be distributed in June, but a mix-up with the state’s printing vendor led to a delay.

By One United Lancaster - June 30, 2023

Government

County commissioners finalize ARPA community grant framework, OK funds for 911 system upgrade

The application period is open, and proposals will be accepted through Aug. 31.

By One United Lancaster - June 28, 2023

Government

Commissioners to finalize details of second ARPA community grant round

Commissioner Ray D’Agostino has proposed a framework that would provide $6 million for awards to community entities.

By Tim Stuhldreher - June 27, 2023

Government

County eyes $9.7 million from ARPA for 911 tower upgrades, other IT projects

Upgrades of emergency communications equipment is a core eligible purpose under ARPA guidelines.

By Tim Stuhldreher - June 27, 2023