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March
22, 2025
Trash Pickup On Schedule Street Cleaning On Schedule City Offices Closed Today Construction View Closures
Home Rule
On Nov. 5, 2024, city residents voted to adopt the proposed Home Rule Charter.
American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funds
The City of Lancaster received $39.5 million in ARPA funds. Learn more about how we’re using them.

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Lead Line Inventory
Verify your water service line material.
Permits & Licensing
Taxes & Fees
Information about City of Lancaster property taxes and fees.
Vision Zero
We’re working to eliminate traffic-related deaths and serious injuries.
Housing Inspections
Information for landlords & property owners.
Parking
Parking options and street cleaning & snow removal information.
Snow & Ice
Snow removal information.
Public Records
Public records and Right-to-Know requests.
Trash & Recycling
Trash and recycling collection, Recycling Drop Off Center, and more.
Media Inquiries
Submit a media inquiry to our Communications Team.

Featured Events

Mar
24
2025
Neighborhood Art Project Info Session + Q&A
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
Mar
24
2025
Zoning Hearing Board Meeting
4:00 pm to 5:00 pm
City Hall – Polite Council Chambers
Mar
25
2025
Civil Service Board Meeting
12:00 pm to 1:00 pm
City Hall – Polite Council Chambers
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Latest News

Neighborhood Engagement Launches Civic Programs on Valentine’s Day to Strengthen Community Connections

Department of Neighborhood Engagement
Spring Flushing Bureau of Water Department of Public Works
Boil Water Advisory – Overlook Ave. & Nanticoke Rd. Bureau of Water
Get the Lead Out Initiative to Canvass Lancaster Neighborhoods for Lead Service Line Inventory Bureau of Water
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Our Future Lancaster

Explore Our Future Lancaster, the City of Lancaster’s Comprehensive Plan, a roadmap for the City’s future. Learn about strategies to enhance sustainability, housing, transportation, and community spaces to make Lancaster City a thriving, inclusive city for all.
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Engage Lancaster

Join the conversation on Engage Lancaster, the City’s online platform for community input. Share your thoughts on City projects and initiatives. Help shape Lancaster City’s future by participating in surveys and discussions.
Go to Engage Lancaster

Vision Zero

Discover Lancaster’s Vision Zero initiative, aimed at eliminating all traffic-related fatalities and serious injuries. Learn about ongoing efforts to improve street safety for pedestrians, cyclists, and drivers. Help make Lancaster City’s streets safer for everyone.
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Fix It! Lancaster

Have a non-emergency issue in your neighborhood? Report it on Fix It Lancaster, the City’s platform for submitting maintenance requests. From potholes to streetlight and traffic signal repairs, help keep Lancaster City running smoothly.
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Fats, Oils & Grease (FOG)

When washing down a sink or drain, FOG builds up over time and can cause a blockage in your drains, pipes and in sanitary sewers. Learn more about FOG, the issues it can cause and how to prevent it.
Fats, Oils & Grease