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2025 Dauphin County Hazard Mitigation Plan (HMP) Public Review & Meetings

The 2025 Dauphin County Hazard Mitigation Plan (HMP) update is complete. The HMP documents the risks faced by the county and its communities, an analysis of stakeholder capabilities, and a set of goals, objectives, and actions to reduce vulnerability across the county. The draft HMP is available for review at: www.dauphincountyhmp.com/draft-plans/. Please visit the site and review the document posted there.

The public review period will be from February 10, 2025, to March 10, 2025, so please provide any feedback/comments via the following link: http://bit.ly/3WTZQxE.

Two (2) public review meetings will be held on the following days/times:

Monday, March 3rd – 1:00 PM at South Hanover Township Municipal Building

Board Room

161 Patriot Way

Hershey, PA 17033

Monday, March 3rd – 6:00 PM at Dauphin County Department of Public Safety

(Lower Level)

911 Gibson Boulevard

Steelton, PA 17113

If you are unable to attend the meetings in person, you may join virtually with the following Teams links:

1:00 PM Meeting – https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_ODg5NmYzODMtMzE3Ny00ZTgyLTg2MjItNzk0ODRiMTVhMDQ1%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22a40fe4ba-abc7-48fe-8792-b43889936400%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22d157ef37-b8f8-4fdb-97bf-ee6dd3d3b79a%22%7d

6:00 PM Meeting – https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_Y2ZkOWIzYjItMmRhMy00OWVjLTllODAtMGY4YTA0MTYzNzZj%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22a40fe4ba-abc7-48fe-8792-b43889936400%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%22d157ef37-b8f8-4fdb-97bf-ee6dd3d3b79a%22%7d

Dauphin County HMP Public Meeting-FlyerDownload

Council, Commissions & Board Vacancies

Steelton Borough Council Vacancy

Date: February 4, 2025

Submission Deadline: February 17, 2025, no later than 4:00 PM

Term: Term to begin upon appointment by Council and expires on January 4th, 2026.

At the February 3, 2025 Steelton Borough Council Meeting, Borough Council took official action to accept the tendered resignation of Mr. Brian Proctor as a council member.

Borough Council announced plans to seek Mr. Proctor’s successor through a public outreach campaign. Pennsylvania Borough Code dictates that applicants for this office must be registered electors of Steelton Borough. Letters of interest and accompanying resumes will be accepted through February 17, 2025, no later than 4:00 p.m.

Basic Candidate Legal Qualifications: (both qualifications must be met to apply)

  • Registered Elector in the Borough of Steelton
  • Continuous residency in the Borough of Steelton for at least one year immediately prior to the appointment

Required Council Meeting Attendance:

  • For the remainder of 2025: Borough Council meets every month on the first and third Monday at 6:30 PM, as well as other meetings as they arise.

Required submission documents and process:

  • Resume
  • Letter of interest

Submissions must be mailed or hand-delivered to: Borough Manager’s Office, Attn: Borough Manager, 123 North Front Street, Steelton, Pennsylvania 17113. Individuals opting to submit electronically may do so at: kmccool@steeltonpa.com (Subject line should read: “Steelton Borough Council Vacancy Submission”. Submissions received that are deemed incomplete or received after the deadline (February 17, 2025, at 4:00 p.m.) will not be considered.

NOTE: Borough Council will interview applicants for the vacancy and potentially adopt a resolution appointing an individual to serve in the open Borough Council seat at 6:30 p.m. on March 3, 2025, during the regularly scheduled Council meeting.

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Other Board & Commission Vacancies

  • Codes Hearing Board Member
  • Planning Commission Member
  • Steelton Foundation Board Members
  • Stormwater Authority Board Member
  • Zoning Hearing Board Member

Required submission documents and process:

  • Resume
  • Letter of interest

Submissions must be mailed or hand-delivered to: Borough Manager’s Office, Attn: Borough Manager, 123 North Front Street, Steelton, Pennsylvania 17113. Individuals opting to submit electronically may do so at: kmccool@steeltonpa.com (Subject line should read: “Steelton Board & Commission Vacancy Submission”. Submissions received that are deemed incomplete or received after the deadline (February 17, 2025, at 4:00 p.m.) will not be considered.

2025 Budgets for Review

Summary of General Fund Budget Process

The 2025 General Fund, Sewer Fund, Grants, Liquid Fuels, and Capital Improvement Budgets were developed by the Finance Committee of Steelton Borough Council in consultation with the Borough Manager, Assistant Secretary-Treasurer, departmental staff, and consultants.  

The process for developing the budget was as follows:

Staff Level Budget Meetings

Assistant Secretary Treasurer & the Borough Manager met with Department Heads to review “Wish List” budgets including all desired capital and operational expenditures requested in the 2025 budget.

Departmental meetings were used to compile an initial budget that included all desired expenditures. This budget was presented to the Finance Committee for review and represented a deficit due to the budget including all desired personnel, capital purchases, and capital projects.

   Publicly Advertised Finance Committee Meetings

September 12, 2024Finance Committee met to review the Borough’s budgeting process.
September 26, 2024Finance Committee met to review a preliminary budget and request further information on line items.
October 3, 2024Finance Committee met to review a preliminary budget and request further information on line items.
October 10, 2024Department Heads were provided with an opportunity to discuss their individual budgets with the Finance Committee.
October 17 and November 14, 2024Review and discussion of cuts to balance budget. The cuts resulted in a balanced 2025 budget.
December 2, 2024Committee recommends budget to Steelton Borough Council Committee.
December 5-16, 2024Public Inspection period.

Publicly Advertised Council Meetings:

December 2, 2024Council Votes to Lay Budget for Public Inspection and Budget Ordinance advertised in Paper of General Circulation
December  5-16, 2024Public Inspection Period
December 16, 2024Formal Consideration and Adoption. Council considers passing budget appropriations ordinance and tax ordinance.

Key Components of Budget

  • General Tax Millage Remains Same
  • Provides $8,000 to Public Works for a capital purchase.
  • Budgeted 11 Fulltime Police Officers, 1 Corporal, 1 Chief Position
Draft 2025 General Fund BudgetDownload
Draft 2025 Sewer Fund BudgetDownload
Draft 2025 Liquid Fuels, Grants, and Capital Improvement BudgetsDownload

Steelton Borough Announces “Lend a Hand” Community Garden Event: A Community Collaboration to Enhance Borough Pride and Aesthetics

Steelton, PA—Steelton Borough is proud to present the “Lend a Hand ~Community Garden Event~,” an opportunity for residents and local leaders to come together and beautify the community, fostering unity and pride. This two-day event, taking place on Saturday, September 28, 2024, and Sunday, September 29, 2024, will offer a space for residents to leave a lasting mark on their community—literally.

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Community Invited to Shape the Future of Steelton’s Downtown and Front Street Corridor Community Visioning Workshop Scheduled for September 25th, 2024

Steelton, PA – The Dauphin County Redevelopment Authority, in partnership with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), is inviting residents of Steelton and surrounding communities to participate in a Community Visioning Workshop to help shape a revitalization plan for Steelton’s Downtown and Front Street (Route 230) Corridor. The workshop will take place on Wednesday, September 25, 2024, from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM at Steelton-Highspire High School.

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Dauphin County Local Share Municipal Grant Program Boosts Community Projects in Steelton Borough

The Dauphin County Local Share Municipal Grant Program is a vital resource for community and infrastructure projects in Steelton Borough and its neighboring areas. This program provides critical funding to support initiatives that enhance the quality of life for residents and promote economic development.

Applicants must submit a request for co-applicant status to Steelton Borough Council by June 15, 2024.

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Council Swearing in Jan 2nd, 2024

On Tuesday, January 2, 2024, the Steelton Borough swore in their newly elected officials.

Council Elect Julianna Paioletti was sworn in by Mayor Ciera Dent, re-elected council member Denae House was sworn in by Mayor Ciera Dent, re-elected council member Michael Segina was sworn in by Mayor Ciera Dent and re-elected council member Vanessa Bowers was sworn in by Judge Royce Morris.

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2024 Budgets for Review

The 2024 General & Sewer Fund Budget was developed by the Finance Committee of Steelton Borough Council in consultation with the Interim Borough Manager, Assistant Secretary-Treasurer, departmental staff, and consultants.

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Reminder: Open Burning prohibited within the borough.

Steelton Borough would like to remind its residents and community members about the existing ordinance prohibiting open burning within the borough. The provisions outlined in § 48-1 of the Steelton Borough municipal code clearly state that building fires or burning wastepaper, pasteboard boxes, and other waste material, except for outdoor cooking, are considered a nuisance and strictly prohibited.

Recent weather conditions, characterized by abnormally dry weather and record-low rainfall, have created a heightened risk of wildfires in the region. The combination of dry conditions and the potential for thunderstorms and lightning strikes poses a substantial threat to the safety and well-being of our community.

Additionally, the impact of smoke from extensive wildfires in Canada is being felt across the northeast, including the Harrisburg region. The resulting poor air quality, due to tiny particles in the smoke, poses a danger, especially for individuals with chronic lung or heart conditions.

Steelton Borough urges all residents, businesses, and stakeholders to be aware of and comply with the prohibition on open burning. This includes refraining from building fires or burning any form of waste material on streets, alleys, highways, vacant lands, public places, or private property, except for outdoor cooking purposes.

The borough’s commitment to public safety and environmental preservation requires the cooperation and support of everyone in the community. It is vital that we take necessary measures to prevent wildfires, protect our environment, and maintain good air quality standards.

Resignation Keontay R. Hodge / Vacancy Announcement

On December 7th Councilwoman Keontay R. Hodge submitted her resignation of Council. At the December 19th Council Meeting, Borough Council formally accepted Councilwoman Hodge’s resignation.

Steelton Borough Council and staff would like to thank Ms. Hodge for her years of service to the Borough. Ms. Hodge, elected to two terms, served as a Councilwoman for the Borough of Steelton from 2016-2022.

With Ms. Hodge’s resignation, Steelton Borough Council must appoint a new member to fill her vacancy until December 31st, 2023, which is the end of Ms. Hodge’s elected term.

Council is seeking letters of interest and resumes for consideration of appointment of the remainder of Councilwoman Hodge’s term. Submissions will be accepted by e-mail to boroughmanager@steeltonpa.com. Submissions will also be accepted by hand delivery, in a sealed envelope labeled “Attention Borough Manager, Council Vacancy,” to the third floor offices at Steelton Borough’s Administrative Office located on 123 N Front Street. All submissions must include your full legal name, address, and at least one method of contact in either the form of a phone number or e-mail address, preferably both. Applicants must meet all legal requirements and qualifications needed to hold this office in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.

Council will accept hand-delivered letters of interest and resumes until 3:00pm on December 30th, 2022 and by e-mail until January 2nd, 2023 at 11:59pm.

Council anticipates reviewing submissions and taking action at either the Jan 3rd, 2023 or Jan 17th, 2023 Council Meeting.