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ABC Vacancies - Apply Today!
Authorities, Boards, and Commissions (ABCs) play a valuable role in making a difference in the State College Community.
CURRENT VACANCIES:
- Board of Health — (1 opening) — Must be a Borough resident
- Community Oversight Board (COB) — (2 openings)
- LGBTQ Matters 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)
- Racial Equity Advisory Commission — (1 opening) — Must be a representative of Hispanic LatinX Community
- University Area Joint Authority (UAJA) – (1 opening) – Must be a Borough resident
→ Apply to serve on an ABC here.
Upcoming Travel Restrictions on Laurel Alley Between Fraternity Row and South Garner Street
On Friday, January 9, West Penn Power will be occupying the rear side of 348 East Foster Avenue in Laurel Alley between Fraternity Row and South Garner Street for work on pole #39353. Work will take place between 8:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. and will cause the entire alley to be closed. Motorists and pedestrians are advised to use caution when traveling near work areas. Questions about this project may go directly to West Penn Power by calling 814-389-6570.
The Planning Commission meeting on Thursday, January 22, has been rescheduled for Wednesday, January 28, at 7 p.m.
Free Winter Riding 101 Class
Ride your bike even after the temperatures drop! Winter Riding 101 is a free class that offers tips and tricks to help you extend your cycling season through the entire winter. Gain essential knowledge on riding style, equipment and clothing you can use to ride safely throughout the winter season. Examples of proper bike gear and clothing will be available at the event.
- Tuesday, January 13
- 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
- State College Municipal Building, 243 S Allen Street
Upcoming Travel Restrictions on East Calder Way Between Sowers Street and Hetzel Street
On Thursday, January 8, and Friday, January 9, Landmark Urban Construction PA, LLC will be occupying East Calder Way between Sowers Street and Hetzel Street to demolish the south wall of 111 Sowers Street for The Mark State College construction project. Work will take place between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. and will cause the entire street to be closed. 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.
Upcoming Travel Restrictions on McAllister Street Between East Beaver Avenue and East Calder Way
On Thursday, January 8, Sgt. Electric Company will be occupying McAllister Street between East Beaver Avenue and East Calder Way for work installing cellular equipment on the Penn Tower Apartment building. Work will take place between 7:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. and will cause the entire street to be closed. Motorists and pedestrians are advised to use caution when traveling near work areas. Questions about this project may go directly to Sgt. Electric Company by calling 412-600-6687.
Upcoming Travel Restrictions on East Hamilton Avenue Between Allen Street and C Alley
On Thursday, January 8, and Friday, January 9, Evergreen Tree Care will be occupying East Hamilton Avenue between Allen Street and C Alley to prune tree branches over 102 East Hamilton Avenue. Work will take place between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. and will cause the sidewalk to be closed. Motorists and pedestrians are advised to use caution when traveling near work areas. Questions about this project may go directly to Evergreen Tree Care by calling 814-883-9803.
The CDBG/Citizens’ Advisory Committee meeting on Wednesday, January 14, at noon has been canceled. The next CDBG/Citizens’ Advisory Committee meeting will be held on Wednesday, February 11, at noon.
Upcoming Travel Restrictions on Waupelani Drive Between Oneida Street and O'Bryan Lane
From Wednesday, January 7, through Friday, January 9, Ameron Construction Co. Inc. will be excavating Waupelani Drive between Oneida Street and O'Bryan Lane to put in a construction entrance off of Waupelani Drive. Work will take place between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. and will cause the entire street, parking lane, and sidewalk to be closed. Motorists and pedestrians are advised to use caution when traveling near work areas. Questions about this project may go directly to Ameron Construction Co. Inc. by calling 814-571-3180.
Upcoming Travel Restrictions on Sowers Street Between East College Avenue and East Calder Way
On Wednesday, January 7, Landmark Urban Construction PA, LLC will be occupying Sowers Street between East College Avenue and East Calder Way for overhead power line work at The Mark State College. Work will take place between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. and will cause the entire street to be closed. 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.