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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Lancaster County public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Act 167 stormwater management planning update
The county is applying for $278,571 in state funding to finish updating its stormwater plan, which guides flood reduction and water quality across municipalities. Most towns would be asked to chip in under $1,000 and could get 75% reimbursement for their own ordinance updates.
Courthouse and Government Center chiller failures
A November 2025 overflowing sink damaged the Government Center's first floor and basement. Repairs will cost $33,741.80, fully covered by the at-fault party's insurance, with work expected to start within weeks.
Chemical supply costs for water and sewage treatment
The county locked in $5.4 million in one-year chemical contracts for water, pool and sewage treatment — costs rose 6.21%, though the county's own share is only $46,400, up 2%.