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August 8, 2022

CITY UPDATES

NATIONAL NIGHT OUT ON TUESDAY, AUGUST 2ND
Thousands of City of Harrisburg residents came to Camp Curtin Academy on Tuesday for the city's annual National Night Out celebration. Harrisburg's National Night Out featured more than 80 non-profit organizations, ranging from voting advocacy to libraries, health companies, bicycle programs, and much more. Families were able to speak to community leaders while children could play games to win prizes.

THE PUBLIC WORKS TEAM IS BUSY CLEANING UP ILLEGAL DUMPING
Illegal dumping is essentially bulk garbage items. Typically, they are dropped off in pickup trucks or moving trucks and tossed aside in a darkly lit, hidden location. These items often include couches, refrigerators, toilets, tables, and home debris. According to Director West, the team focuses on illegal dumping sites on Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays and frequently has to return to the same spot every two to four weeks.

TRUCKS TALLER THAN 12' 6" ARE NOW PROHIBITED UNDER FRONT STREET BRIDGE

The City of Harrisburg, in partnership with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation, has made additional efforts to deter truck drivers from traveling downtown along Front Street.PennDOT has installed new signs along Front Street, shortly after passing Verbeke Street, warning drivers if their vehicle is 12 feet, 6 inches tall, there is an upcoming bridge that will likely lead to their vehicle getting stuck. There is also new signage at the intersection of Front Street at Chestnut Street, which is the last place for trucks to turn to avoid the bridge.

MAKE YOUR OWN LANTERNFLY TRAP
If you live outside of the City you can make your own lanternfly trap. Forester Ellen Roane walks you through the steps. People who live in the City of Harrisburg can get a free spotted lanternfly trap at the Reservoir Park Mansion, Monday-Friday from 9 am to 4:30 pm.

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HARRISBURG PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING/ SESSION- AUGUST 3, 2022
Watch the entire session!

COMING UP

August 11
Harrisburg Civil Service Commission public meeting at the Public Safety Auditorium, which is located on the 2^nd floor of The McCormick Public Services Center, Room 213, 123 Walnut Street, Harrisburg, PA 17101, commencing at 9:00 am.
August 12
Movie Night at the Bandshell(this week, Encanto), starting at 8 pm
August 15
Harrisburg Zoning Hearing Board at 6 pm(City Council Chamber)

CITY OF HARRISBURG KEEPS COOL CAMPERS
It's the hottest day of summer! City's Parks and Recreation Department keeping our campers cool. Check out what we're doing to ensure everyone is safe and careful.