News & Announcements
Join the Discussion: Community Conversations on Incarceration and Reentry in State College
Join the Borough of State College and the Center for Alternatives in Community Justice (CACJ) for the next conversation in the Community Conversations Series. This session explores incarceration and reentry through a local lens, starting with a panel of local experts followed by an interactive Reentry Simulation led by Penn State’s Restorative Justice Initiative.
🗓️ Wednesday, November 19
🕕6 p.m. – 8 p.m.
📍The State Theatre, 130 West College Avenue
Register and submit questions for the panelists >> here
Note: This event will not be livestreamed, but a CNET recording will be available afterward.
Cut Your Electric Bill and Breathe Easier at Home
The Borough of State College and Citizens' Climate Lobby invite you to From Drafts to Dollars: Your Energy Savings Journey — a free, interactive event focused on practical ways to reduce your electric bill, improve home comfort, and boost indoor air quality.
- Explore the Journey to Home Energy Savings through hands-on engagement tables
- Hear from local expert Harry Crissy (Penn State Extension) during a featured presentation
- Enjoy refreshments and enter a drawing to win a Smart Thermostat
📅 Wednesday, November 12
🕔 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
📍 Municipal Building, Council Chambers (3rd Floor)
Registration is required. ➡️ Sign up here.
Upcoming Parking Changes from Nov. 7-10
The Borough of State College Parking Department will be lifting the “No Parking 2 a.m. to 6 a.m.” and the one- and two-hour restrictions beginning at noon Friday, November 7. Event rates will be in effect at all meters, lots and garages beginning at 6:00 p.m. Friday through 6:00 p.m. Sunday. All restrictions will go back into place at 2:00 a.m. on Monday, November 10. Lawn parking will not be permitted.
Please note that Pennsylvania Vehicle Code Violations will be strictly enforced:
- No Parking on the Sidewalk
- No Parking within an Intersection
- No Parking on a Crosswalk
- No Parking within 20 feet of Crosswalk at an Intersection
- No Parking 30 feet of a Stop Sign
- No Parking over 12 inches from the Curb
- No Parking against Traffic
- No Parking in Front of Driveway
- No Parking Anytime
Cars in violation of any of the above violations will be subject to ticketing and towing. All other non-PA Vehicle Code Violations will be strictly enforced as well. Parking meters on-street and parking lots are enforced from 10 a.m. until 10 p.m.
Please contact the State College Parking Department at (814) 278-4769 with any further questions.
Fall Leaf Collection in the Borough of State College
Fall leaf collection runs now through December 11. Public Works crews will collect leaves once each week throughout the Borough until collection ends.
- Leaves should be ready for collection by 7:00 a.m. each Monday.
- Rake leaves within 5 feet of the curb and do not place leaves in bags.
- Please refrain from blowing or raking leaves into the street.
- Leaves should be free of brush, glass, cans, rocks, or other debris, as these items may cause damage to the collection equipment. Foreign objects and debris mixed in with leaves also add contaminants to our compost materials making it more difficult to produce a quality product.
After December 11, un-bagged leaves can be placed in your organics cart which will be collected on your normal refuse collection day.
➡️ Click here for more information.
ABC Vacancies - Apply Today!
Authorities, Boards, and Commissions (ABCs) play a valuable role in making a difference in the State College Community.
CURRENT VACANCIES:
- Community Oversight Board (COB) — (3 openings)
- Historical Architectural Review Commission (HARB) — Must be a PA registered architect
- LGBTQ Advisory Commission — (2 openings: 1 position for the Penn State Commission on LGBTQ Equity Representative and 1 position for any PSU Student undergraduate or graduate who has an interest in advancing/advocating for the LGBTQ+ community)
- Transportation Commission — (1 opening) — Must be a Borough resident
RECRUITING NOW FOR 2026:
- Airport Authority — (1 opening) — Must be a Borough resident
- Planning Commission — (2 openings) — Must be a Borough Resident
- Racial Equity Advisory Commission — (1 opening) — Must be a representative of Hispanic LatinX Community
- Schlow Centre Region Library Board of Trustees — (1 opening) — Must be a Borough resident
- Transportation Commission — (2 additional openings) — Must be a Borough resident
Upcoming Travel Restrictions on East College Avenue Between Sowers Street and Hetzel Street
Starting on Wednesday, November 5, Landmark Urban Construction PA, LLC will be occupying East College Avenue between Sowers Street and Hetzel Street for a long-term lane closure of the parking lane across from 442 and 444 East College Avenue for The Mark State College. The parking lane closure is set to be in place until August 2028. Motorists and pedestrians are advised to use caution when traveling near work areas. Questions about this project may go directly to Landmark Urban Construction PA, LLC by calling 570-847-1618.
You're Invited to Light Up Night 🚲☀️
Come celebrate the start of daylight saving time and grab a free bicycle light at Light Up Night to keep you safe during travels this winter.
📅Monday November 3
⌚5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m.
📍Sunset Park, Westgate Building (by Burrowes), Osmond Building (across from The HUB) at PSU
This event is hosted by CentreBike – CRBC, in collaboration with the Centre Regional Planning Agency, Penn State Transportation Services, University Park Undergraduate Association (UPUA), and Borough of State College.
Looking to Volunteer? ➡️ Sign up here.