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Hazleton is undergoing a comprehensive government restructuring through an active Government Study Commission tasked with drafting a new home rule charter, with recent focus on finalizing articles covering City Council, Mayor, and appointed officials. Concurrently, the City Council is advancing routine municipal operations, including infrastructure projects (Streets Improvements Phase 1), parks development (Columbus Court Community Park), and regulatory measures (Residential Reserved Parking Permit Program and parks policies). Key governance themes include establishing clear administrative structures, enhancing public space management, and ensuring transparency through charter referendum processes. Budget and finance matters appear secondary to structural governance concerns, though capital improvement projects and operational expenses are being systematized through ordinances and resolutions. The city's focus reflects a transition toward formalized home rule governance while maintaining basic municipal services and community amenities.
April 15, 2026 Meeting Agenda
The City of Hazleton Government Study Commission met on April 15, 2026, at 5:00 PM to review previously discussed article drafts and address new business items including other appointed officials and budget and finance matters. The seven-member commission, chaired by Allison Keegan, also approved minutes from the April 1 meeting and accepted public and member comments during the session.
2026-04-14 Regular Meeting Agenda
The Hazleton City Council held a regular meeting on April 14, 2026, featuring a public hearing on the Greater Hazleton Area Thrive 2035 Multi-Municipal Comprehensive Plan and consideration of several ordinances and resolutions. Key items included first reading of Ordinance 2026-8 establishing a Residential Reserved Parking Permit Program, second reading of Ordinance 2026-7, and resolutions to approve the amended Fiscal Year 2026 Action Plan, award a bid for the Hazleton Streets Improvements Project—Phase 1, and request Department of Conservation and Natural Resources funds for the Columbus Court Community Park and Pagnotti Field Project—Phase 1.
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April 1, 2026 Meeting Minutes
The Hazleton Government Study Commission met on April 1, 2026, to review and revise draft charter articles including City Council, Mayor, Office of Law, and Appointed Officials, with PEL Consultants providing updates and guidance on the drafts. The Commission noted additional revisions needed and scheduled a supplemental meeting for April 22 to address the volume of material. Public comments included questions about charter information for voters and hiring procedures, including criminal background checks, as well as support for establishing a Managing Director position.
Projects approved at the January 20, 2026 CFA Board meeting Applicant Project
Jan 20, 2026