Latest COVID-19 Updates Related to City Services
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City Council Meetings are Going Virtual
Harrisburg City Council are holding meetings as live-streamed videoconferences. To submit comments that will be read into the record during the public comment period, residents are encouraged to email publiccomment@harrisburgpa.gov prior to 4 p.m. the day of the meeting. Comments should follow the same criteria as in-person sessions, including the following:
- Must include the resident’s name and address
- When read aloud, the comments should be under 2 minutes
- One comment per resident
For meeting agendas, calendar, and other materials, visit harrisburgpa.gov/city-council
Watch the live-stream at Youtube.com/whbg20
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Watch the latest City Council Legislative Session
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Neighborhood Business Stabilization Program to Help Small Businesses Announced
Impact Harrisburg and the City of Harrisburg have partnered to build a one million dollar fund to help Harrisburg small businesses impacted by the coronavirus shut-down. The Neighborhood Business Stabilization Program (NBSP) is designed to provide emergency cash flow help during these difficult times.
More Information
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Website Redesign
We are revamping the City of Harrisburg website!
The City of Harrisburg is updating the website with a whole new look and exciting features, but we need your help! The website will have improvements in page structure, layout, and design for better navigation and user experience. Your feedback is important. What do you like and not like with the current website? What's a feature that you would like to see there? Let us know by taking the survey.
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Business Development
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Events
ArtsFest is going Virtual!
Artsfest 2020 will go virtual amid the COVID-19 pandemic. An online artist marketplace will be available to browse and shop the handcrafted wares. Some artists will offer specials and discounts valid only during the festival. Videos featuring bands and festival entertainment will be available throughout the weekend along with a Spotify playlist. Food vendors will provide recipes and meal kits for making festival favorites and new dishes at home. Children’s activities will also be available. Those interested in participating in the virtual Artsfest activities should follow the Facebook event and http://harrisburgpa.gov/Artsfest. The City does not intend to keep this virtual format for next year and looks forward to welcoming visitors, vendors and the community back to Riverfront Park for Artsfest 2021 on May 29-31.
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City of Harrisburg won the 2019 Tourism Excellence in Programming Award!
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Parks & Recreation
Can you believe Spring is here already? With the changes to our society recently, Parks & Recreation wants you to remember the value of your family time. We want you to remember your parks are here to serve you as a place of relaxation, exercising, friendship, and fellowship.
Visiting Parks
With respect to the guidelines provided for COVID-19, we recommend that when visiting the parks, you plan ahead for your family’s needs and wants. This may involve planning for drinking water, sanitizers, gloves, masks and any other protective materials you chose. The Parks will remain open to the public; therefore, we recommend only using open space at this time. We do not recommend using the basketball courts, tennis courts, play equipment or using the pavilions for gatherings.
Vehicles at Parks
When enjoying your Parks please remember that safety is our number one priority. This is reflected in many ways. We are asking for everyone to drive the posted speed limit in or around the Parks. At stops signs and when making turns, please look at least two times before proceeding. Vehicles must be parked in designated parking spots only. This will prevent accidents and minimize driving hazards.
Social Distancing
During the Stay at home order, it is important to stay active. Walking and running are activities which you can participate in alone. If you have others participating, keep everyone at least 6 feet away from each other. Activities will keep your mind moving and the body working as one. Please keep in mind we will be following the guidelines provided to us by the Governor.
Tree Shade Program
This program applies to trees planted along streets, in medians, and in public parks. Those growing elsewhere on private property fall under city jurisdiction only if they pose a threat to public health, safety, or property. A Tree Permit is required for planting, pruning or removing trees along city streets. If you think a street tree should be removed or pruned, or if you’d like to plant a new tree within the public right-of-way, the first step is to request a street tree inspection via the form on the website at http://harrisburgpa.gov/trees/ or by phone at (717) 255-3003. The City Forester, a Certified Arborist, will visit the property to assess the situation and determine what work is needed. Suggestions for a new tree that will suit your site can be provided, as well. The owner of the property adjacent to a street tree is responsible for planting, pruning and removal costs. An exemption is granted, however, to owner-occupied properties of those aged 65 and older. The City will prune or remove hazardous trees at such properties at no charge. Further information and answers to frequently asked questions can be found at the website.
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Planning
Geographic Information System (GIS) Maps
In an effort to improve community outreach and the dissemination of public documentation such as meeting agendas, to better connect the city’s residents to groups that represent their neighborhood, and to illustrate the evolution of Harrisburg’s neighborhoods over time, the City has developed an interactive GIS map of the various neighborhoods in the city. This map was developed from various records in the City’s files and thus the information may not be current or complete. The Planning Bureau is seeking to re-establish and formalize a list of the neighborhoods and active neighborhood associations within Harrisburg, as well as the contacts for those organizations.
Link to Neighborhood Map: http://arcg.is/0m4uOa
If you are a representative of one of these groups, or as individual if you have details or information about any neighborhood or neighborhood association, please help us by filling out the form here.
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Bureau of Police
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Communications
Follow us on Social Media!
Don't forget to follow the City of Harrisburg on social media and to check out our NextDoor postings to get the latest City updates!
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Capital Region Water Updates
English & Spanish Version
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Mask Up PA
Gov. Wolf Calls for Universal Masking
During a COVID-19 press briefing, Governor Tom Wolf recommended that all Pennsylvanians wear a mask any time they leave their homes for life-sustaining reasons.
Need to make a cloth mask but can't sew? 😷 No problem! Make one using materials you may already have in your home—no sewing required. Follow these simple instructions: https://bit.ly/2K71Mgj
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PA's Phased Reopening
Governor Wolf announced the phases of his plan to gradually reopen Pennsylvania.
Details
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New Dates in PA
Vote by mail ballot: http://VotesPA.com/ApplyMailBallot
Get tax answers: http://revenue-pa.custhelp.com
Access driver services: http://dmv.pa.gov/online-services
Connect with professional license services: http://pals.pa.gov
Receive text alerts: http://on.pa.gov/AlertPA
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Filing for Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA)
You can now apply for PUA, expanded eligibility for individuals who have traditionally been ineligible for unemployment benefits (e.g. self-employed workers, independent contractors, gig workers). Visit https://www.uc.pa.gov/unemployment-benefits/file/Pages/Filing-for-PUA.aspx
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Covid-19 Updates from PPL Electric Utilities
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Making Sense of the Census in the City
Watch our video and podcast about the 2020 Census.
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Mayor Leads Facebook Live Conversations on Fridays at Noon
Mayor Eric Papenfuse is hosting community conversations live on Facebook and Channel 20 each Friday at noon during the coronavirus (COVID-19) disaster emergency.
The public is encouraged to submit questions and concerns in advance, which can be done as comments on the City of Harrisburg Facebook posts about these announcements.
WHAT: Facebook Live Community Conversation about Coronavirus (COVID-19)
WHERE: facebook.com/thecityofhbg, simulcast on WHBG-TV Channel 20
WHEN: Fridays at 12:00 p.m.
The discussion will focus on questions and concerns related to city services. For health-related information and other general inquiries about coronavirus (COVID-19), residents are encouraged to visit the websites of the PA Department of Health https://www.health.pa.gov/ and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention https://www.cdc.gov/
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Latest Facebook Live Event Videos
- Mayor Speaks with Nona Watson, Director of Economic Development, Sheila Dow Ford, Executive Director of Impact Harrisburg, Natalie Falatek, First Vice President at Mid Penn Bank, Amy Hill, Broad Street Market Board Chair and Central PA Food Bank Community Engagement & Advocacy Director, and Chris Celmer, Acting Superintendent.
- Mayor speaks with Nicholas Bertram, President of The Giant Company, Rae Lynn Cox, Vice President of Communications and Marketing at the United Way of the Capital Region, and Chris Celmer, Acting Superintendent
- Mayor Speaks with Chris Celmer, Superintendent, Harrisburg School District, Dr. Christian Caicedo, UPMC Dauphin Region President, Nona Watson, City of Harrisburg Director of Economic Development, and Sheila Dow Ford, Executive Director of Impact Harrisburg
- Mayor Speaks with Rosie Turner, Harrisburg YMCA Director of Marketing & Communications and Jennifer Wintermyer, Tri County Community Action Executive Director
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Suspension of Parking Tickets Extended
The suspension of ticketing in residential neighborhoods, at parking meters, and for street sweeping, which was originally scheduled to expire on March 29th, has been extended through the duration of Mayor Papenfuse’s disaster declaration.
http://harrisburgpa.gov/mayor-papenfuse-announces-suspension-of-parking-tickets-extended/
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Police Extend Permit Parking Expiration Date
The City of Harrisburg Bureau of Police will extend residential permit parking for the duration of the City’s disaster declaration.
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Mayor Announces Temporary Suspension of Residential Evictions
Mayor Eric Papenfuse has suspended the eviction and displacement of residential tenants and occupants for the duration of the City’s disaster declaration.
http://harrisburgpa.gov/mayor-papenfuse-announces-temporary-suspension-of-residential-evictions/
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City of Harrisburg Delays Tax Filing Until July 15, 2020
The City of Harrisburg has aligned with both the Federal and State income tax filing deadlines. Individual local income tax returns and payments are now due July 15, 2020.
First quarter 2020 estimated payments initially due 4/15/20 are also extended until 7/15/20. Second quarter estimated payments continue to be due 7/15/20. This extension is automatic and no action is required by the taxpayer.
City business mercantile tax filing and payment is also extended until July 15, 2020. This includes the first quarter 2020 estimated payment.
No penalty or interest will apply to filings or payments made by July 15, 2020.
http://harrisburgpa.gov/city-of-harrisburg-delays-tax-filing-and-payments-until-july-15-2020/
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How to Pay Your Bills
Mayor Papenfuse has suspended the application of penalties, interest, and fees on municipal waste accounts for City residential and commercial accounts, and Steelton residential accounts, through the duration of this disaster emergency.
As a reminder, you are still able to pay your sanitation bills the following ways:
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Survey for Local Businesses
The City of Harrisburg asks that local businesses please take a few moments to complete this online survey. By sharing with us the types of challenges your business may be facing during the epidemic, we can use that information to provide assistance and identify useful resources to help you during this time of crisis. Thank you.
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