Traffic Advisories and Street Closings in The City of York
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No Change to Curbside Collections Good Friday and Easter Holidays
There is no change to curbside collections
Rain Date for The 48th Annual York City Easter Egg Hunt at Kiwanis Lake
Due to the weather forecast, including possible rain and gusts of wind, the 48th Annual York City Easter Egg hunt has been moved from this Saturday, April 1st to Saturday, April 8th. The time will remain from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. The location will remain Kiwanis Lake.
The egg hunt is for children ages 1-13 years of age. This year’s event will feature Kid Zone by Atomic Bounce, Easter Crafts by POP Crafts, Coloring Station by Parliament Arts Organization, and a bike raffle sponsored by various community members as well as organizations. Food will be available for purchase from Bricker’s Fries. All music and announcements will be provided by DJ Cashmere.
This event is sponsored by ES3, Etzweiler Funeral Homes, and City of York residents and organizations.
City of York to Launch New Grant Program for Small Businesses Owned by Minorities, Women, or Persons with A Disability
The City of York Department of Economic and Community Development is launching the 3E grant program geared at helping small businesses
City, County Recognize National Vietnam War Veterans Day
The City of York joins York County in recognizing the service and sacrifice of our Vietnam veterans as National Vietnam War Veterans Day approaches.
24th Annual William Shaffer Trout Fishing Derby at Kiwanis Lake
York City Recreation and Parks wishes to remind residents and visitors to the City that the 24th Annual William Shaffer Trout Fishing Derby will be held at Kiwanis Lake on Saturday, April 1, 2023.
City of York Human Relations Commission to Host Diversity Dinner to Honor Students, Local Leaders, and Community Justice Advocates
The City of York Human Relations Commission is pleased to announce the return of its landmark Diversity Dinner event on Thursday, March 30, 2023 from 5 – 9 PM at Keystone Kidspace in downtown York.
PUBLIC INVITED TO FORUMS ON CITY OF YORK’S COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
The City of York will be holding forums as part of the process of updating the City’s Comprehensive Plan. The public is encouraged to attend.
La Ciudad de York llevará a cabo foros como parte del proceso de actualización del Plan Integral de la Ciudad. Se anima al público a asistir.
City of York Announces the Start of The North George Street Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Improvement Project
The City of York is announcing the start of construction on the North George Street Pedestrian and Safety Project.
FREE WALK WITH EASE PROGRAM AT YMCA OF THE ROSES
In partnership with the York City Bureau of Health, the YMCA of the Roses is implementing the Arthritis Foundation’s Walk with Ease program
THE 48TH ANNUAL YORK CITY EASTER EGG HUNT AT KIWANIS LAKE
The City of York will be hosting the 48th Annual Easter Egg Hunt.
Narcan Distribution Event Every 4th Tuesday of The Month at City Hall
The overdose-reversing drug Naloxone saves lives, but only if it is readily available when an overdose occurs. The City of York Bureau of Health, York/Adams Drug and Alcohol Commission.
Three Promotions in The York City Police Department
The York City Police Department will hold a Promotion
Two New Probationary Firefighters Being Sworn Into Department
On Monday February 20, 2023, the City of York Department of Fire/Rescue Services two (2) newest members will be sworn in by Mayor Michael Helfrich at 11:00 am at City Hall (101 S George St. York, PA 17401) in Council Chambers.
Street Cleaning Enforcement Resumes in The City of York on March 15th
The City of York wishes to inform our residents and visitors that City-wide street cleaning enforcement will resume on Tuesday, March 15, 2023 at 12:00 a.m. and continue until October 28, 2023.
Socks and Sweatpants Drive
The City of York-Bureau of Health in partnership with the York City School nurses, are sponsoring a SOCKS & SWEATS Drive for the month of February.
Police Commissoner’s Community Forum Announced for February 6 Th
The next Police Commissioner’s Community Forum will be held on Monday, February 6, 6 p.m. at Stillmeadow Church of the Nazarene, 350 Chestnut Street.
Deterra Pouches Provide Safe Alternative For Medication Disposal
The City of York Bureau of Health has partnered with the York Opioid Collaborative and numerous community organizations to distribute Deterra Drug Deactivation pouches to York Country residents.
Tomi Uwazota Appointed New Medical Director at The City of York’s Bureau of Health
The City of York, Pennsylvania is pleased to announce its continued partnership with WellSpan Health in improving the health, safety, and economic development outcomes of the York community.
Twelve New Probationary Police Officers to Be Sworn In
The York City Police Department will swear in 12 new police officers on Friday, January 6, at 1 pm
Christmas Tree Collections in York City
Trees must be placed at the regular pick-up point by 6 a.m. on your designated collection days.
NEW YEAR’S EVE CELEBRATION /¡CELEBRACIÓN DE AÑO NUEVO!
NEW YEAR’S EVE CELEBRATION! / ¡CELEBRACIÓN DE AÑO NUEVO!
Survey Regarding York City Special Events
The City of York wants residents, businesses, and visitors of the City to be aware of a survey being distributed by York City Special Events.
Move with The Mayor Vaccination Campaign
Mayor Michael Helfrich today issued the following statement: “’When we’re protected, our community is stronger.
Final Leaf Pick-Up Schedule
The final pick-up for leaves in the City residential areas will begin on Monday, December 19, 2022.
2nd Annual Santa Drive, 1st Annual Letters for Santa
The York City Police Department will be hosting its 2nd annual “Santa Drive” throughout York City on Friday, December 16th from 6pm until 8pm
Snow Removal Policy for Businesses
As we begin the winter season of 2022-2023, the City of York snow emergency team wants to remind businesses of some of the York City Snow Emergency Regulations Specifically, as they apply to plowing of private parking lots and the disposal of snow. These regulations have been enacted for the safety and protection of the driving public as well as residential, business, and industrial citizens in York City.
Snow Emergency Routes
Residents should listen to local radio and television stations or log on to the City's website for announcements of a snow emergency.
York City Curbside Collections Delayed One Day Following Thanksgiving Day Holiday
Due to the Thanksgiving Day holiday, Thursday, November 24th, ALL regular curbside trash collections on Thursday and Friday will be delayed one (1) day.
York City Final Curbside Yard Waste Collections Monday December 12 and Tuesday December 13
The City of York’s Yard Waste Drop-off site will be closed for winter, January through March, and will reopen, weather permitting, on the first Saturday of April 2023.
Free Walk with Ease Program at YMCA of The Roses
Many York City residents are suffering from Arthritis, a painful condition that not only affects quality of life but also has the potential of having dire health consequences. In fact, the CDC reports that 289,839 York residents have Arthritis. To help combat this issue, the YMCA of the Roses (formally the York YMCA), is hosting a walking and stretching program.
In partnership with the York City Bureau of Health, the YMCA of the Roses is implementing the Arthritis Foundation’s Walk with Ease program, a six-week evidence-based program that increases participants’ mobility and decreases pain from Arthritis. Studies by the Thurston Arthritis Research Center and the Institute on Aging of the University of North Carolina show that the program is proven to:
York City Historical Architectural Review Board Meeting Cancelled
Due to the Thanksgiving Holiday, the York City Historical Architectural Review Board meeting scheduled for Thursday, November 24, 2022, at 6:00 PM at York City Hall is cancelled. The Board’s next regularly scheduled meeting is Thursday, December 8, at 6:00 PM.
2023 Proposed Budget Hearings
City of York Mayor Michael Helfrich will hold public hearings on the 2023 Proposed York City Budget in City Council Chambers, 101 S. George St., York, PA, as follows:
