Council Member· 2020–2028
Ce-Ce Gerlach
Allentown
About
Ce-Ce Gerlach's platform centers on a working-class agenda with a primary focus on addressing housing needs, improving education, and advocating for working-class families in the 22nd District.
Campaign promises (1)
- developmentCe-Ce Gerlach outlined an agenda focused on housing, education, and supporting the working class during her campaign.
Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 50
- Total speaking time
- 4:14:35
- Avg per meeting
- 5:06
- Segments
- 4905
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Top issues during term (13)(General)
Public Encampments and Homelessness Regulations
Potential impact on municipal operational and enforcement costs related to public property management.
High-Density Rooming House Proposal at 501-503 N 4th St
Puts roughly 33 affordable rooms on the market at N. Fourth St with private investment; no city money involved.
Litter Reduction and Containerization Strategies
While exact numbers aren't making headlines yet, a major city contract like this always impacts how your tax dollars are spent on municipal services.
public health
Healthcare costs and lost workdays for asthma sufferers could skyrocket if the city doesn't invest in cleaner air.
employee misconduct
City resources were wasted investigating a fake crime, which ultimately costs taxpayers.
lead service line replacement
You won't have to foot the bill for these upgrades since the $15.4 million covers the cost of ripping out and replacing the old pipes.
lead pipe replacement
This project is fully funded by state money, saving local taxpayers from shouldering the heavy cost of pipe replacements.
immigrant protection policy
While no direct costs are moving today, avoiding a showdown with federal authorities could save the city from costly legal battles and potential funding cuts.
contractor regulations
Project costs could swing wildly as contractors scramble to adapt to these shifting rules or potentially face delays.
zoning denial lawsuit
Taxpayers are on the hook to fund a costly defense against this lawsuit, which could drain city resources.
procurement monopoly
You could see your local tax dollars stretch further if the city successfully breaks up these inflated equipment costs.
immigrant protection ordinance
The city could face administrative costs to update protocols, and potentially deal with legal challenges or funding fights with the federal government.
ICE non-collaboration policy
While there's no direct price tag attached, cities that clash with federal immigration policies sometimes risk losing state or federal grant funding.
Decisions during term (1)
Recorded while Gerlach was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Voting record (1)(General)
Oldest to newest — hover a bar for the item.