Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Cumberland County, Pennsylvania public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
8 issues in public safety with low priority
Public Safety tower asset sale
The county will sell the decommissioned Three Square Hollow tower site assets — tower, shelter, generator, propane tank, fencing — to Ambassador Towers LLC for $40,000 as part of the P25 radio project transition.
2026 LEPC Summit Donations
Eleven local businesses donated $5,500 to keep the emergency-planning summit — which trains first responders and industry together — running without costing the county.
South Middleton 8 polling place restored
After three elections in a temporary church due to construction, South Middleton 8 voters return to their regular polling place in time for November. Postcards and signage will make sure voters know.
End of Office of Aging Desk Assessments
A long-anticipated state change ends the county's in-house desk assessments, which had made up roughly half the department's assessment revenue. Staff adjusted hiring years ago in preparation.
Prison counselor vacancy filled
After interviewing five candidates, prison staff have offered the open counselor position to their top pick.
Sheriff's Office Vehicle Replacements
Two aging sheriff's patrol cars that have become unreliable are being replaced with 2026 models at $68,542 each — paid for within the sheriff's existing budget.
End of January Disaster Emergency Declaration
The board formally ended the disaster emergency declared January 30, 2026, closing out emergency response authorities tied to the late-January event.
Office of Aging Relocation
The Office of Aging is leaving Claremont Road for 1615 Ritner Highway, closed the week of February 16 and reopening February 23 — seniors should plan ahead for services.