LEWISTOWN The Mifflin County Commissioners meeting held on Thursday saw the approval of several key bids related to the Mifflin County Library Renovation Project. Additionally, the meeting marked the announcement of the reopening of the 2024 Act 13 Marcellus Shale Legacy Fund application process for a second round. The meeting highlighted the progress of […]
LEWISTOWN The Mifflin County Commissioners issued two impactful proclamations that resonate with local history and social advocacy at Thursday’s meeting. The first proclamation officially marked the week as “Mifflin County Week” in honor of the county’s 234th anniversary. The proclamation traces the county’s origins back to 1789, acknowledging the historical significance of its formation […]
LEWISTOWN A nationwide event aimed at forging a relation between local law enforcement and the community was recognized by county officials Thursday. The Mifflin County Commissioners issued a proclamation recognizing National Night Out, slated for 6 to 9 p.m. Aug. 1 at Kish Park. Commissioners said Mifflin County’s event includes Lewistown Borough Police Department, […]
Barbara K. Soccio, 85, of Lewistown, went to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, June 27, 2023, at Celebration Villa of Reedsville. Born Aug. 8, 1937, in Cortland, New York, she was the daughter of the late John H. and Yvonne (Young) Kaley. In addition to her parents, she was also preceded in […]
LEWISTOWN Taxpayers of Mifflin County will see no tax increase for the county portion of their taxes.
Commissioners adopted the 2021 budget during the board’s meeting on Tuesday.
“I’d like to acknowledge all the work the departments have done in getting through this process,” said Commissioners Rob Postal.
“We appreciate the cooperation of everybody. The cost of things never goes down. Your employment costs go up, all the taxes go up that you have to pay…But everyone worked together to make sure we could hold the line of no increases,” added Commissioner Kevin Kodish.
Also during the meeting, commissioners approved a resolution to again require residents of Mifflin County to wear face masks in local government buildings to slow the spread of COVID-19.