Government

Government

Lobbyists expect retrenchment in federal housing policy

Hardline conservatives in Congress will be pushing to rein in spending.

By Tim Stuhldreher - December 15, 2022

Government

A first glimpse at the Correctional Facility’s needs assessment data

A presentation based on the assessment indicates a projected average daily population “base count” of 909 as of 2050.

By Tim Stuhldreher - December 14, 2022

Government

Lancaster County gets largest share of $12.2 million distributed by Pa. DEP for Chesapeake watershed cleanup

The funding will support implementation of the Countywide Action Plan to reduce waterway contamination.

By Tim Stuhldreher - December 14, 2022

Government

Deadline is Thursday to shop on Pennie for health coverage starting Jan. 1

After Thursday, eligible customers can still buy plans on Pennie until Jan. 15, but their coverage won’t begin until Feb. 1.

By One United Lancaster - December 14, 2022

Government

Commissioners review ARPA applications for water, sewer projects

After municipal infrastructure projects will come consideration of county ARPA allocations for affordable housing.

By Tim Stuhldreher - December 13, 2022

Government

Counties invited to apply for state funds for Whole Home Repairs programs

Lancaster County is in line to receive $3.95 million.

By One United Lancaster - December 12, 2022

Community

‘Change is possible’: Pastor advocates trauma-informed community development at housing conference

Attendees at the Homes Within Reach symposium also heard from state lawmakers about the prospects for affordable housing legislation in 2023.

By Tim Stuhldreher - December 9, 2022

Government

Officials: Tax, fee increases in city budget driven by necessity

“It’s not OK to keep increasing everything,” community advocate Darlene Byrd told City Council this week.

By Tim Stuhldreher - December 9, 2022

Government

‘It’s Not 1965 Anymore’: Report calls on Pa. to expand cities’ revenue options

The report suggests reforms such as regional sales taxes or raising the caps on earned income taxes.

By Tim Stuhldreher - December 9, 2022

Government

Pa. receives initial $6.6 million for ‘Internet for All’

The money will be managed and distributed by the Pennsylvania Broadband Authority.

By One United Lancaster - December 8, 2022

Community

Activists to hold town hall on prison size on evening before needs assessment is released

Local advocates say the county does not need a large correctional facility to ensure public safety.

By One United Lancaster - December 8, 2022

Government

Health needs assessments highlight mental health crisis

Suicides and drug overdoses are up locally, and more than a third of adolescents reported frequently feeling sad or depressed.

By Tim Stuhldreher - December 7, 2022