Our Vision for Erie

Erie is a Community of Choice.
We celebrate our:
- Rich Cultural Diversity,
- Welcoming, Vibrant Neighborhoods,
- World-class Downtown and Bayfront,
- Excellent Education for Everyone, and
- Abundance of Family-sustaining Jobs.

Recent News
Street Closings
Important Announcements
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City of Erie Fire Department Now Accepting Applications for 2025 Hiring Cycle
Mayor Joe Schember and City of Erie Fire Chief Len Trott announced today that the City of Erie Fire Department is now accepting applications. Interested candidates must apply by midnight on April 27, 2025, at efd.erie.pa.us/apply. More vacancies than usual are expected this cycle, and this is an excellent opportunity for those interested in becoming…
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Annual Tire and Electronics Recycling Event – Saturday, May 3, 2025
The City of Erie is holding its annual Tire and Electronics Recycling Event on Saturday, May 3, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the City of Erie Municipal Garage Complex, 1926 Holland St. The drive-through, drop-off event is limited to City of Erie residents only; proof of residency is required upon drop-off. A new…
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City of Erie Launches Citywide Inspections to Address Junk and Debris Violations
On April 17, the City of Erie Bureau of Code Enforcement launched citywide inspections as part of an effort to reduce hazardous and unsightly junk and debris and improve public health and safety. The City is asking all property owners to take responsibility for cleaning up and removing large items, junk, and debris from their…