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Fall Treats for All will take place Thursday, October 30, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in the Municipal Building’s Community Room. 🎃 Kids and chaperones are invited to come enjoy festive snacks, hands-on activities from Schlow Library and Discover Space, fun games, a coloring station, and friendly costumes throughout the morning. A sensory-friendly time will be available from 10:00 to 10:30 a.m., with dimmed lights, low noise, and minimal scents.

You're Invited to Fall Treats for All 🎃

No tricks here, just a morning full of treats. Fall Treats for All will take place Thursday, October 30, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in the Municipal Building’s Community Room. 🎃

Kids and chaperones are invited to come enjoy festive snacks, hands-on activities from Schlow Library and Discovery Space, fun games, a coloring station, and friendly costumes throughout the morning. A sensory-friendly time will be available from 10:00 to 10:30 a.m., with dimmed lights, low noise, and minimal scents.

The HARB meeting scheduled for Tuesday, November 4, is canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, December 2, at 7:00 p.m.

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The Borough of State College is developing a Climate Action, Resiliency, and Environmental Sustainability Plan in efforts to reduce the community’s greenhouse gas footprint, enhance environmental conservation efforts, and assist the community members in adapting to the impacts of climate change. The Borough is seeking feedback on community priorities and proposed strategies for this plan.

Help Shape the Future of Sustainability in State College! 🌍

The Borough of State College is developing a Climate Action, Resiliency, and Environmental Sustainability Plan in efforts to reduce the community’s greenhouse gas footprint, enhance environmental conservation efforts, and assist the community members in adapting to the impacts of climate change. The Borough is seeking feedback on community priorities and proposed strategies for this plan. 

Share your thoughts and help build a greener, more resilient future together. Take the survey today here! The survey takes approximately 30 minutes to complete.

Any questions or concerns about the survey or plan can be sent to Jasmine Fields, Sustainability Program Officer, at jfields@statecollegepa.us. 

The Public Works Department will be preforming asphalt repairs at the intersection of Waupelani Dr and S. Allen St on 10/30/25 between 7am and 3pm. The work will require the closure of Waupelani Dr east bound. The road closure will be put in place at O'Bryan Ln where a detour will be put in to guide traffic around the work area. Message boards, signage, and flaggers will be in place to guide traffic. West bound traffic and CATA bus service will not be affected by this closure.

UPDATE: Upcoming Travel Restriction Postponed

*Updated 10/28: Due to the forecasted weather on Thursday, this work will not take place. A new date will be selected and shared in the near future. 


On Thursday, October 30, the Borough of State College's Public Works crews will be preforming asphalt repairs at the intersection of Waupelani Drive and South Allen Street. Work will take place between 7 a.m. and 3 p.m. and will cause Waupelani Drive (east bound) to be closed. The road closure will be put in place at O'Bryan Lane where a detour will be put in to guide traffic around the work area. Message boards, signage, and flaggers will be in place to guide traffic. West bound traffic and CATA bus service will not be affected by this closure. Motorists and pedestrians are advised to use caution when traveling near work areas. Questions about this project may go directly to the Public Works department by calling 814-234-7100.




The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Wednesday, November 5, 2025, has been canceled. The next meeting is scheduled for Thursday, November 20, at 7:00 p.m.

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Cut Your Electric Bill & Breathe Easier at Home The Borough of State College and Citizens' Climate Lobby invite you to From Drafts to Dollars: Your Energy Savings Journey — a free, interactive event focused on practical ways to reduce your electric bill, improve home comfort, and boost indoor air quality. 🔹 Explore the Journey to Home Energy Savings through hands-on engagement tables 🔹 Hear from local expert Harry Crissy (Penn State Extension) during a featured presentation 🔹 Enjoy refreshments and enter a drawing to win a Smart Thermostat 📅 Wednesday, November 12 🕔 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. 📍 Municipal Building, Council Chambers (3rd Floor) Registration is required. Sign up here: https://bit.ly/47djLM5

Cut Your Electric Bill and Breathe Easier at Home

The Borough of State College and Citizens' Climate Lobby invite you to From Drafts to Dollars: Your Energy Savings Journey — a free, interactive event focused on practical ways to reduce your electric bill, improve home comfort, and boost indoor air quality.

  • Explore the Journey to Home Energy Savings through hands-on engagement tables
  • Hear from local expert Harry Crissy (Penn State Extension) during a featured presentation
  • Enjoy refreshments and enter a drawing to win a Smart Thermostat

📅 Wednesday, November 12

🕔 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

📍 Municipal Building, Council Chambers (3rd Floor)

Registration is required. ➡️ Sign up here.

Upcoming Travel Restrictions on East Calder Way Between High Street and Hetzel Street

On Tuesday, October 28, Celerity Integrated Services will be occupying East Calder Way between High Street and Hetzel Street to install a fiber optic cable into the Rise at State College. Work will take place between 8 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. and will cause the road to be closed. Motorists and pedestrians are advised to use caution when traveling near work areas. Questions about this project may go directly to Celerity Integrated Services by calling 267-644-8913. 


Fall Treats for All will take place Thursday, October 30, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in the Municipal Building’s Community Room. 🎃 Kids and chaperones are invited to come enjoy festive snacks, hands-on activities from Schlow Library and Discover Space, fun games, a coloring station, and friendly costumes throughout the morning. A sensory-friendly time will be available from 10:00 to 10:30 a.m., with dimmed lights, low noise, and minimal scents.

You're Invited to Fall Treats for All 🎃

No tricks here, just a morning full of treats. Fall Treats for All will take place Thursday, October 30, from 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. in the Municipal Building’s Community Room. 🎃

Kids and chaperones are invited to come enjoy festive snacks, hands-on activities from Schlow Library and Discovery Space, fun games, a coloring station, and friendly costumes throughout the morning. A sensory-friendly time will be available from 10:00 to 10:30 a.m., with dimmed lights, low noise, and minimal scents.

The Public Works Department will be preforming asphalt repairs at the intersection of Waupelani Dr and S. Allen St on 10/30/25 between 7am and 3pm. The work will require the closure of Waupelani Dr east bound. The road closure will be put in place at O'Bryan Ln where a detour will be put in to guide traffic around the work area. Message boards, signage, and flaggers will be in place to guide traffic. West bound traffic and CATA bus service will not be affected by this closure.

Upcoming Travel Restriction on Waupelani Drive

On Thursday, October 30, the Borough of State College's Public Works crews will be preforming asphalt repairs at the intersection of Waupelani Drive and South Allen Street. Work will take place between 7 a.m. and 3 p.m. and will cause Waupelani Drive (east bound) to be closed. The road closure will be put in place at O'Bryan Lane where a detour will be put in to guide traffic around the work area. Message boards, signage, and flaggers will be in place to guide traffic. West bound traffic and CATA bus service will not be affected by this closure. Motorists and pedestrians are advised to use caution when traveling near work areas. Questions about this project may go directly to the Public Works department by calling 814-234-7100.




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