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Borough of Steelton10 hours ago
The role of a borough mayor generally focuses on public safety, emergency management, and civic leadership, operating as the chief executive of the municipality.

πŸ“’ NOTICE: STEELTON BOROUGH SEEKING NEW MAYOR

Due to the resignation of Mayor Ciera Dent on August 17, 2026, the Borough of Steelton is seeking qualified candidates to fill the vacancy.

In accordance with Pennsylvania statute, this vacancy must be filled within 30 days of a vacancy.

The Borough Council will select a candidate and intend to fill the position by August 17th.

Under the Pennsylvania Borough Code, the Mayor of Steelton has these core duties:

Oversight of Police & Public Safety:

♦️Serves as the executive head of the police department (or public safety in general)
♦️Has oversight over public safety, the chief of police and police force
♦️Can declare emergencies in the borough.

Council Role:

♦️Attends committee and council meetings, but only votes to break a tie β€” the Mayor is not a regular voting member of Council.
♦️Has veto power over ordinances passed by Council, though Council can override with a two-thirds vote
♦️Signs/attests to certain borough documents alongside Council

Law Enforcement & Order:

♦️Enforces borough ordinances and state laws within the borough.
♦️Can call out and direct the police force to preserve order, particularly during emergencies, riots, or public disturbances

Ceremonial/Representative Duties:

♦️Represents the borough at official functions and ceremonies
♦️Signs certain official documents and proclamations

Qualifications to serve as Mayor:

βœ… Must be a permanent resident of the Borough of Steelton for at least one year.
βœ… Must be a registered voter

How to apply:

Interested residents who meet these qualifications are asked to submit a letter of interest to Borough Council for consideration.

πŸ“§ Submit letters of interest to: Borough of Steelton, Attn: Myneca Ojo, Borough Manager. 123 N. Front Street, Steelton, PA 17113, or via email to mojo@steeltonpa.com

πŸ“… Deadline: Monday, August 10, 2026
πŸ“ž Questions: Call the Borough Manager at
(717) 939-9841 x 5030

We encourage all eligible and interested community members to apply and help continue Steelton's commitment to strong local leadership.
Borough of Steelton
Borough of Steelton1 week ago
*Office Closure* Due to the severe weather we are closing the Borough Municipal Building at 2:00 pm. Stay safe and we will be open on Wednesday, July 22, 2026 at 7:30 a.m.
Borough of Steelton
Borough of Steelton1 week ago
🌱 Fresh from Our Garden to Your Table! 🌱

The Steelton Community Fridge is now loaded with beautiful, fresh produce that was grown at our Mohn Street Park Community Garden! πŸͺ΄

Our hardworking gardeners have delivered a robust harvest featuring:

πŸ₯’ Plenty of big, beautiful zucchini
🟑 Yellow squash
πŸ«‘ Peppers
πŸ… Juicy cherry tomatoes
πŸ† Tender eggplant
🌽 Fresh corn
πŸ₯’ Crisp, refreshing cucumbers
🫜 Earthy beets

All of it is completely FREE for our neighbors to enjoy! πŸ˜‹

To keep this amazing resource going strong and available for everyone, please follow these simple rules:

βœ… Sign out what you take on the sheet at the fridge door.
βœ… Only take what your household will eat to avoid waste and allow others to enjoy!
βœ… Adults only (18+). Children under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

The fridge is located on the 2nd floor of the Municipal Building and is available during regular business hours. Come grab some while it lasts and take advantage of this amazing resource! Your fridge (and your body) will thank you. πŸ’š
Borough of Steelton
Borough of Steelton2 weeks ago
πŸŽ‰ Join Us for National Night Out 2026! πŸš”πŸ€πŸŽˆ

The Steelton Borough Police Department is excited to invite our community to celebrate National Night Out 2026 on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at the I.W. Abel Hall!

National Night Out is an annual community-building event that strengthens the partnership between law enforcement and the residents we proudly serve. It is an evening dedicated to fellowship, community engagement, family fun, and building stronger relationships that make Steelton a safer place to live, work, and raise a family.

This year's event will feature activities for children and families, opportunities to meet local first responders, community organizations, and much more. We are continuing to finalize our lineup of activities, and your support will help make this year's event our best yet!

We Are Looking For:

πŸŽͺ Community Vendors*
🀝 Nonprofit and Civic Organizations
πŸ” Food Vendors*
🎁 Donations (door prizes, school supplies, giveaways, refreshments, or monetary contributions)
πŸ™‹ Volunteers to help make the event a success
*All items must be given away for free

Whether you're a local business, community organization, or resident looking to give back, we'd love to have you join us.

Together, we can continue building a stronger, safer, and more connected Steelton.

If you're interested in becoming a vendor, making a donation, or volunteering, please email tanderson@steeltonpa.com for more information.

πŸ“… National Night Out
πŸ—“ Tuesday, August 4, 2026
πŸ•• 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
πŸ“ Abel Hall (200 Gibson Street)

"Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much." β€” Helen Keller

We look forward to seeing everyone on August 4th as we celebrate community, strengthen partnerships, and make lasting memories together!

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