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Allentown's governance focus centers on infrastructure maintenance and fiscal planning, with the Lehigh County Authority prioritizing water system upgrades—evidenced by an emergency declaration for 13th Street water main replacement and capital improvements to pump stations. The 2026 budget emphasizes diversified revenue streams, with Earned Income Tax ($47.6M) and Real Estate Tax ($40.7M) as primary funding sources, while recent municipal initiatives reflect community development priorities including affordable housing partnerships, public safety programs for firefighters, and neighborhood improvement grants. Governance transparency is a stated priority, with multiple platforms for public records access and documented compliance with Pennsylvania's Right-to-Know Law. The city operates under a strong Mayor-Council structure with active citizen participation mechanisms and regular public engagement opportunities for budget and planning processes.
BOARD MEETING AGENDA – October 27, 2025 – 12:00 p.m.
The Lehigh County Authority Board of Directors will meet on October 27, 2025, at 12:00 p.m. in-person or via Zoom to address several action items including approval of Resolution 10-2025-1 for grant funding and equipment purchase, the 2026–2030 Capital Plan, and the 2026 Budget. Additional agenda items include approval of an emergency declaration for water main replacement on 13th Street in Allentown and a change order for the Suburban Division's Upper Western Lehigh Pump Station and Force Main project. The meeting will also include committee reports, public comments, and monthly financial and operational reviews.
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