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Topics getting the most attention in Allentown public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.

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Urban Canopy and Storm Recovery

Council approved a $16,080 contract with Brown Design Corp using a bid waiver to create a landscape and tree replacement plan for West Park following severe storm damage that destroyed mature heritage trees.

2 mentionsLast discussed Sep 16, 2026

MediumEnvironment

Electric Vehicle Fleet Expansion

The city is using leftover state and federal grant money to buy one more electric car for the parks and recreation team, making it easier for staff to visit parks and run programs cleanly.

1 mentionLast discussed Sep 2, 2026

MediumEnvironment

Youth Air Quality Citizen Science Pilot

The Environmental Advisory Council announced an upcoming public educational forum on air quality in collaboration with local environmental agencies.

2 mentionsLast discussed Apr 15, 2026