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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Allentown public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Litter Reduction and Containerization Strategies
The council is pushing forward with litter reduction efforts, utilizing community surveys to evaluate waste containerization strategies across the city.
High-Density Rooming House Proposal at 501-503 N 4th St
Two cases tested how far the board will go for low-cost rooming housing. A 33-room SRO at N. Fourth St won approval as an adaptive reuse of a hard-to-develop building, but smaller-scale rooming units at N. Sixth St were denied over hardship and management concerns.
Public Encampments and Homelessness Regulations
The council was scheduled to discuss a proposed ordinance establishing formal rules and procedures for city responses to individuals living outdoors on public property.
Lead Pipe Replacement
Allentown just secured a massive $15.44 million state grant to rip out about 1,000 toxic lead pipes and upgrade the local water system. This means cleaner, safer drinking water straight from your tap without you having to foot the bill.
Lead Service Line Replacement
Allentown just scored $15.4 million to swap out old, dangerous lead water pipes. This means cleaner, safer drinking water straight from your tap without you having to worry about what's in it.