Proudly Representing Erie County, PA
Erie County Council proudly represents the more than 250,000 citizens of Erie County, Pennsylvania, from the county seat of Erie, PA.
Its governing body consists of seven publicly elected council members, each representing one of seven council districts dispersed throughout Erie County.
Council also serves as the County Board of Elections, supervisory to the Erie County Human Relations Commission, and the Board of Trustees for Pleasant Ridge Manor (the county's skilled nursing home facility).
Foundational and Operational Documents
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This charter and all amendments thereto define the powers and establish the form of government for the County of Erie, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania.
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Full accounting of Erie County government administrative departments, offices, and affiliated organizations and corporations.
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Pennsylvanians have a right to request and receive public records from state and local governments, per Right-to-Know Law. Visit this Open Public Record Portal to search the records database or make a request.
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News and Announcements
NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
Amendment to Erie County Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance Data Centers
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that hearing on the proposed amendments to the Erie County Municipalities Planning Code – Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance will be held before Erie County Council on Wednesday, August 19, 2026 at 5:00 p.m., Erie County Courthouse, 140 West 6th Street, Erie, PA 16501. Amendments to the Erie County Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance will pertain to the planning, development, construction, operation, containment and decommissioning of data center facilities, as well as data center accessory uses. The public is invited to inquire and to comment on the proposed amendments.
A full text of the amendments can be found at https://eriecountypa.gov/open-government/boards-and-authorities/planning-commission/ or can be picked up at the Erie County Department of Planning and Community Development, 150 East Front Street, Suite 300, Erie, PA 16507. For questions or concerns, please email pcdinfo@eriecountypa.gov or call at (814) 451-7321.
Public Hearing
Date and Time: August 19, 2026 at 5:00p.m.
Location: County Council Chambers
Erie County Courthouse
140 West 6th Street, Room 117
Erie PA 16501
The Second Read of the proposed SALDO Ordinance will be listed on the Agenda and under consideration for a vote during the Regular Meeting of Erie County Council on August 25, 2026 at 6:00p.m. in Council Chambers at the Erie County Courthouse, 140 West 6th Street, Room 117, Erie PA 16501.
Erie County Council
Erie County Council is the legislative branch of Erie County government, headquartered in Erie, PA. It is responsible for:
- Passing the county budget ($576.5 million in 2024)
- Serving as a liaison between County Departments or Authorities and the public.
- Overseeing Elections and Voter Registration
- Supervising the Erie County Human Relations Commission
- Governance of Pleasant Ridge Manor, the Erie County-owned skilled nursing facility.
Elections and Voter Registration
The Bureau of Elections and Voter Registration administers elections and all related activities for the County of Erie in compliance with Federal and State statutes. It is committed to excellent service, voter empowerment and education, and conducting elections with a high standard of ethical practices.
Human Relations Commission
The Erie County Human Relations Commission works to eliminate discrimiation in employment, housing, and public accommodations. The Commission investigates claims of unlawful discrimination to ensure equal opportunities for all persons.