Jeannette Council passed the city’s 2024 budget on Tuesday by a 4-1 vote. The budget does not call for a property tax increase, keeping the millage rate at 35.62 mills. Councilwoman Michelle Langdon cast the dissenting vote because she said she felt the earned-income tax should have been lowered. One
Jeannette council accepted the donations of two properties Thursday and are considering options for three more after a rush of property owners recently expressed interest in turning over their land to the city. The donations of 308 and 310 Clay Ave., which is one parcel, and 113 N. Third St.
Tree planting projects in three Jeannette locations have been put on hold while $1.7 million playground and park renovations get underway. Council on Thursday awarded a contract to Franjo Construction of Homestead for installation of playground equipment and other improvements at six city recreational facilities. “We’re ecstatic for that,” said