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Stay updated on Allentown's latest developments, news, and community initiatives. To see all news items, go to the News Page. 

latest news NOTICE OF FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT AND NOTICE OF INTENT TO REQUEST RELEASE OF FUNDS Date: August 20, 2026 On or about September 14, 2026, the City of Allentown will submit a request to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the release of $2,000,000 of Economic Development Initiative Funds and $500,000 in HOME Investment Partnership funds, to undertake a project administered b... Read More
NOTICE OF FINDING OF NO SIGNIFICANT IMPACT AND NOTICE OF INTENT TO REQUEST RELEASE OF FUNDS Date: August 20, 2026 On or about September 14, 2026, the City of Allentown will submit a request to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the r... Read More
Allentown City Council Launches Civic Fund Grant Program for Local Nonprofits Date: June 01, 2026 Allentown City Council today announced the launch of its 2026 Civic Fund Grant P... Read More
City of Allentown Announces Partnership with Allentown Parknership to Expand Monday Funday Program Date: April 29, 2026 The City of Allentown is excited to announce a new partnership with the Allentown Parknership, the City’s charitable partner for Parks and Re... Read More
City of Allentown Awards Love Your Block Mini-Grants to Community Projects Date: April 23, 2026 The City of Allentown has awarded two Love Your Block Public Space Improvement mini-grants in the Fi... Read More
Center Square – 7th & Hamilton Streets Realignment Project Scheduled to Begin April 20, 2026 Date: April 17, 2026 Construction is set to begin on Monday, April 20, 2026 on the upcoming Center Squa... Read More
Allentown Receives Credit Rating Upgrade to ‘A+’ from S&P Date: April 15, 2026 The City of Allentown has received an upgraded credit rating to an 'A+' from S&P Global.... Read More

City Departments

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Service Library

The City  of Allentown is proud to provide excellent service to help improve resident quality of life in any way that it can. Explore these categories to see how we support various interests. 

Upcoming Events

Explore Allentown's vibrant lineup of cultural events, official meetings, and engaging department activities. From lively festivals to informative gatherings, find a wide range of events in our City. 

22 Aug 2026 Second Street First Saturday 12:00 PM Gordon St to Chew st on N 2nd st Allentown Pennsylvania Read More
22 Aug 2026 International Cultural Festival Saturday 12:00 PM Cedar Creek Park Allentown Pennsylvania Read More
23 Aug 2026 Kareem’s Community Day Sunday 12:00 AM Fountain Park fields 1&3 Allentown Pennsylvania Read More
28 Aug 2026 Bomba at the Beach Friday 06:00 PM Cedar Beach Allentown Pennsylvania Read More
29 Aug 2026 Jones Anniversary Fashion Show Saturday 03:00 PM 902 W. Hamilton Street Suite 160 Allentown Pennsylvania Read More
30 Aug 2026 Project Purple Pancreatic Cancer Walk Sunday 10:00 AM Lehigh Parkway Allentown Pennsylvania Read More
09 Sep 2026 Water Lantern Fest Wednesday 08:00 AM Cedar beach park Allentown Pennsylvania Read More
11 Sep 2026 50th Anniversary Larry March Slalom and Fun Festival Friday 12:00 AM Lehigh Parkway Allentown Pennsylvania Read More

Elected City Officials

Meet the leaders driving progress in Allentown. Learn more about the City Council members shaping local policies, the Mayor steering the city's vision, and the Controller overseeing financial accountability in our elected officials' section.

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Santo Napoli
Santo Napoli
Council President
Santo.Napoli@allentownpa.gov
Cynthia Mota
Cynthia Mota
Council Vice President
cynthia.mota@allentownpa.gov
Candida Affa
Candida Affa
Council Person
candida.affa@allentownpa.gov
Jeremy Binder
Jeremy Binder
Council Person
jeremy.binder@allentownpa.gov
Ce-Ce Gerlach
Ce-Ce Gerlach
Council Person
Ce-Ce.Gerlach@allentownpa.gov
Cristian Pungo
Cristian Pungo
Council Person
cristian.pungo@allentownpa.gov
Natalie Santos
Natalie Santos
Council Person
Natalie.Santos@allentownpa.gov
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