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 Comprehensive Safety Action Plan is Now Available!
The Erie Safety Action Plan is now available for review. The safety action includes a vision and goals, safety analysis, community engagement process, and the identification of strategies and projects to reduce fatal and serious injury crashes in the City of Erie. Why is Erie Creating a Safety Action Plan? Traffic safety is important for…
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Public Notice – Draft Zoning Ordinance Amendments Article 7 – Historical Resource Protection
Since the launch of Erie’s Historic Preservation Program in 2022, the Department of Planning and Neighborhood Resources has been actively working to ensure the program’s policies, practices, and procedures align with the needs of the community. This effort has involved gathering community input, staff insights, recommendations from commissioners, legal guidance from city attorneys, and best…
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City of Erie Historic Review Commission – Special Meeting
The City of Erie Historic Review Commission will hold a special meeting on Friday, May 16, 2025, at 11:00 AM. The meeting will be held in person at City Hall (626 State St, Erie, PA 16501, Room 407). If you are interested in attending, please contact Jackie Spry, the City of Erie’s Director of Planning…