Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Murrysville public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
10 issues in taxes budget
2027 Salary Ordinance (No. 1114-26)
The first step toward setting municipal employee pay for 2027. Advertising the ordinance starts the public process that will eventually set staffing costs in the municipal budget.
2027 Tax Ordinance (No. 1115-26)
A settlement resolves the Erie Insurance assessment appeal on Murry Ridge Lane; a council member criticized the county's outdated assessment base as a recurring revenue problem.
2026 and 2027 Operating Budget process
Murrysville Medic One had a financially down month due to fuel costs, partly offset by NFL Draft service revenue. If fuel prices stay high through 2026, the budget deficit will be significant.
Five-year capital plan adopted
Council set the annual public hearing on the five-year capital plan for August 18 at 7 p.m., with a workshop right after — that's where big spending priorities for roads, parks, and facilities get hashed out.
2027 Pension Obligation
The aggregated pension fund returned over 13% in 2025 and grew to $34.7 million. The police plan is 96% funded and the non-uniformed plan is 103.6% funded — strong numbers that keep retirement obligations healthy without extra taxpayer strain.
Sale of aging public works fleet
The first of two planned auctions brought in strong money — notably $62,300 for a 2014 F-550 bought for $89,000. One hitch: the winning bidder on the old K9 vehicle hasn't been reachable, so the municipality may keep it a while.
Fee Ordinance increases
Police video request fees would jump from $100 to $500, and burning permit fees would rise for the first time in years — $50 for a five-year permit instead of $5.
Vacancy on Council
Eli Diacopoulos is moving out of the municipality and must resign — this was his last meeting. Applications are open for his council seat and for the Board of Appeals at murrysville.com.
Legal advertising and the Penn-Franklin
With the Penn-Franklin online-only, the Municipality is using the Tribune-Review for required legal notices; state law requires print publication for now.
2026 Council Leadership and Meeting Schedule
New council leaders were seated and meeting nights stay at the first Wednesday and third Tuesday. Residents who attend meetings can count on the same schedule as last year.