Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
2 issues in environment with low priority
Rising trash disposal costs
The Solid Waste Advisory Committee advanced a battery education program scope of work to DEP, is pushing to expand glass recycling in western communities, and addressed data-security concerns in electronics recycling.
Penn State Extension programs thriving in the county
4-H participation is steady, Master Gardener volunteers logged 6,877 hours worth $248,553, and extension educators made about 80 farm and garden site visits this year. Commissioners also heard worries about freeze damage to regional apple and peach crops.