News & Announcements
ABC Vacancies - Apply Today!
Authorities, Boards, and Commissions (ABCs) play a valuable role in making a difference in the State College Community.
CURRENT VACANCIES:
- Board of Health — (1 opening) must be a Borough resident
- Community Oversight Board (COB) — (2 openings)
- LGBTQ Advisory Commission — (2 openings: 1 position for the Penn State Commission on LGBTQ Equity Representative and 1 position for any PSU Student undergraduate or graduate who has an interest in advancing/advocating for the LGBTQ+ community)
- Racial Equity Advisory Commission — (1 opening) — Must be a representative of Hispanic LatinX Community
- University Area Joint Authority (UAJA) – (1 opening) – Must be a Borough Resident
→ Apply to serve on an ABC here.
Gimme Shelter — Annual Benefit Concert
Mark your calendars for this year’s Gimme Shelter benefit concert! With a pay-what-you-wish admission, attendees can expect a night of live music and delicious food while supporting housing security in Centre County.
📆 Thursday, February 5
🕰️ 6–9 p.m.
📍South Hills School of Business & Technology, 480 Waupelani Drive, State College
The event benefits Centre SAFE, Out of the Cold Centre County, Youth Service Bureau, Housing Transitions, State College Community Land Trust. Entertainment for the evening will include The Nittany Knights Barbershop Chorus, Biscuit Jam, Eric Ian Farmer, and Jason O.
Tickets are limited, so secure yours today HERE. Not able to make it to the event, but would like to donate to the cause? Donations can be made through the same website HERE.
This event is sponsored by: Kish Bank, South Hills School of Business & Technology, State College Borough.
Calder Way Improvement Project Phase 2 Update
Due to the amount of snow that accumulated and the low temperatures this week, construction start was delayed. On Monday, February 2, work will begin starting from South Fraser Street to Miller Alley. This section will be closed to vehicular traffic.
The Borough wants to emphasize that customers and visitors will have access to businesses during this time.
Please remember that projects of this nature are fluid and often change, and they can be impacted by inclement weather.
Visit https://bit.ly/CalderWay, for updates and information about Phase 2 of the Calder Way Project.
Upcoming Travel Restrictions on East Calder Way Between Sowers Street and Hetzel Street
From Monday, February 2, through Friday, February 13, Landmark Urban Construction PA, LLC will be occupying East Calder Way between Sowers Street and Hetzel Street for sanitary tie-ins and electrical duct bank work for The Mark State College. Work will take place between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. and will cause the entire street to be closed. Motorists and pedestrians are advised to use caution when traveling near work areas. Questions about this project may go directly to Landmark Urban Construction PA, LLC by calling 570-847-1618.
The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, February 4, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for Thursday, February 19, at 7:00 p.m.
State College National Day of Racial Healing
What does healing look like when every identity is acknowledged?
Join the Borough of State College, Community Diversity Group, and AAUW for the State College National Day of Racial Healing. This year's theme is Race and Identity: Fostering Healing in Our Communities, and serves as a day to bring together reflection, dialogue, and creative expression through keynote talks, identity-based discussions, and a collaborative closing activity.
📅 February 3
⏰ 11:00 AM–2:30 PM
📍 Municipal Building Community Room, 243 South Allen Street
Come as you are. Every voice belongs at the table. Register here.
Job Vacancies in the Borough
If you're looking for a career in local government, consider applying to work for the State College Borough.
Current Job Vacancies:
For more information, visit Employment opportunities.
Parking for Events Weekend of January 30–February 2, 2026
The Borough of State College Parking Department will not be lifting overnight parking or time restricted zones for the weekend of Friday, January 30, through the morning of Monday, February 2.
Event rates will be in place beginning at 6:00 p.m. on Friday and be in place until 8:00 a.m. on Sunday.
Lawn parking will not be permitted. In the event of present or newly accumulated snowfall, garage roofs and McAllister Deck roof will remain closed. If any snow emergency is ever declared, vehicles must be removed from the street and permissions for street parking will not be granted to complete snow removal operations.
Please note that Pennsylvania Vehicle Code Violations will be strictly enforced-
- No Parking on the Sidewalk
- No Parking within an Intersection
- No Parking on a Crosswalk
- No Parking within 20 feet of Crosswalk at an Intersection
- No Parking 30 feet of a Stop Sign
- No Parking over 12 inches from the Curb
- No Parking against Traffic
- No Parking in Front of Driveway
- No Parking Anytime
Cars in violation of any of the above violations will be subject to ticketing and towing.
All other non-PA Vehicle Code Violations will be strictly enforced as well. Parking meters on-street and parking lots are enforced from 10 A.M. until 10 P.M.
Please contact the State College Parking Department at (814) 278-4769 with any further questions.
Begin Your New Career with the State College Police Department!
Upcoming Testing Dates
- Thursday, April 16, at IUP starting at 10 a.m. in the Robertshaw building, room 7A
- Sunday, April 19, at the State College Municipal Building, starting at 11 a.m. in the Community Room
- Tuesday, April 21, at the State College Municipal Building, starting at 6 p.m. in the Community Room
Those interested in testing with the State College Police Department should apply to register for a testing date. While applying, interested candidates will need to select their preferred testing date, along with paying a $30 testing fee. Registration for this testing cycle will close on Thursday, April 2. Contact a recruiter for more information at policerecruiting@statecollegepa.us.