Harrisburg City Council Work Session 5-5-2026

The City of Harrisburg held a City Council Work Session on May 5, 2026, where several resolutions related to appointments and budget reallocations were discussed. Key procurement-related topics included the approval of a resolution to dispose of obsolete city property such as outdated police equipment, including body cameras and radios, with plans for certified destruction or recycling. The council also reviewed a significant budget amendment to address cost overruns and change orders related to the Broad Street Market construction project, increasing the budget by approximately $3.3 million funded through Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds and insurance reimbursements. Additionally, the council discussed reallocations of funds to support local initiatives such as the Harrisburg Housing Authority and youth programs, with clarifications on the disbursement process. A resolution was also presented to authorize the city to enter into a maintenance agreement with PennDOT for the McClay Street Bridge improvements, including sidewalk, mural, and lighting maintenance for a 25-year period. Public comments addressed community concerns including affordable housing projects and public safety issues. Motions were made to add the discussed resolutions to the next legislative session for formal voting.