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East McKeesportPA averageUS Census ACS
Population
2,063
Per-capita income
$36,510
Median home value
$80,000
Bachelor's or higher
20%
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City Council
Joseph R. Kleppick ✓ 304 · Edgar Ruffolo ✓ 302 · Write-in ✓ 78

Recent meetings

Thu Aug 13, 2026

Borough Council

Council to vote on police policy updates, grants, and salt bid

The East McKeesport Borough Council will vote on several routine items, including approving updated police policies, submitting grant applications, and accepting a rock salt bid. The agenda also includes authorizing action to ensure a construction project is completed and ratifying prepaid bills.

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✓ Decided: Council approves police rank, waste rules, employee handbook

The Borough Council unanimously approved three ordinances: one amending the police department rank structure, one setting waste receptacle times, and one implementing a new employee handbook. Council also approved partial payments for the Chicora Street Park project, a police less-lethal policy, and bills. Several votes had absent members.

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Borough of East McKeesport Agenda August 13, 2026 Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call Petitions from the Audience Motion to approve the Minutes. Report of the Officers Motion to Approve the Report of the Officers Committee Reports Motion to Accept the Committee Reports Old Business None New Business 1. Motion to approve East McKeesport Police Department updated Lexipol policies reflecting changes to state and federal laws. 2. Motion to approve resolution 6-26, submission of Multi-Modal Grant Application. 3. Motion to approve resolution 7-26, submission of 2026 GEDTF Grant Application. 4. Motion to authorize Glenn Engineering to take action to ensure East Field work is completed by Plavchak Construction before September 1, 2026. 5. Motion to accept American Rock Salt’s bid for rock salt at $160.00 a ton for the contract term of September 1, 2026, to July 31, 2027. 6. Motion to ratify bills prepaid by the Borough Manager in the amount of $12,69.17. 7. Motion to pay bills. 8. Motion to adjourn.
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BOROUGH OF EAST McKEESPORT COUNCIL MEETING- July 11, 2026 1 | P a g e The meeting was called to order at 6:00 PM by Council Vice President Ruffolo Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call X Kleppick X Dodds X Howard X Mayor Howard X Ruffolo A Lechliter A Hooper A Maurizi X Solicitor Beisler X Engineer-Thomas A Tax Collector-Ferrainolo X Manager-Sims PETITIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE  Dave from Desonia Street wants his street sign to be put up. o The borough bought the sign and will be putting it up soon.  Diane from Desonia Street wants speed bumps installed on the street due to fast moving traffic.  On Motion of Kleppick and Dodds to approve the minutes. Roll Call-Unanimous REPORT OF OFFICERS MAYOR REPORT  Police report is on file. SECRETARY  Night on Broadway next week on Friday, the festivities will begin at 5 pm.  The Borough was awarded $28,750 for events from Allegheny County.  July 22, there will be a women’s defense class at the senior center.  Have started applications for the following grants: BOROUGH OF EAST McKEESPORT COUNCIL MEETING- July 11, 2026 2 | P a g e o COPS Hiring Grant o Gravel, Dirt, and Low Volume Roads Grant for Tarpon and Melrose.  Keep working with Tree Pittsburgh and PA Resource Council. Working to expand non- profit and other agencies partnerships.  The water authority is working in the Hilda Neighborhood still.  Trash collection was inadequate last week; we are aware and have taken action to solve the problem.  Commercial Street is finally clos …
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Thu Jul 9, 2026

Borough Council

Council to approve park payments and police ordinances

The East McKeesport Borough Council will vote on approving final payments for the Chicora Street Park project, amending police department ordinances, and ratifying bills totaling $7,196.18.

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Borough of East McKeesport Agenda July 9 th , 2026 Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call Petitions from the Audience Motion to approve the Minutes. Report of the Officers Motion to Approve the Report of the Officers Committee Reports Motion to Accept the Committee Reports Old Business 1. Motion to approve Ordinance # 986 , an Ordinance of the Borough of East McKeesport amending Ordinance #668, Rank in the Force of the East McKeesport Police Department . 2. Motion to approve Ordinance #987 amending ordinance #801, designating specific times for setting out and removing waste receptacles. 3. Motion to approve Ordinance #988 implementing a Borough Employee Handbook outlining new policies and procedures governing Borough Employees . New Business 1. Motion to approve 75% of final reimbursable payment for the Chicora Street Park projec t to Sports and Recreation Associates in the amount of $ 80,673.75. 2. Motion to approve 25% of final reimbursable payment for the Chicora Street Park project to Sports and Recreation Associates in the amount of $ 24,897.25 upon completion and certification of project by the Borough Engineer and Borough Council. 3. Motion to approve East McKeesport Police Department Policy 302 governing the implementation of less- lethal control devices. 4. Motion to ratify prepaid bills in the cost of $ 7,196.18 . 5. Motion to pay bills. 6. Motion to adjourn.
Thu Jun 11, 2026

Borough Council

Council to consider joining regional energy consortium and hiring part-time police officer

The East McKeesport Borough Council will consider several motions, including joining the Western Pennsylvania Energy Consortium for collective energy procurement, hiring a part-time police officer, and advertising new ordinances governing waste receptacle times and an employee handbook. The council will also ratify a $5,000 payment to the local fire department, adopt the 2026 county hazard mitigation plan, and reimburse a disabled veteran's property tax.

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✓ Decided: Council approves park payments and Verizon Wi-Fi for senior center

The council approved two payments totaling $33,000 for Chicora Street Park equipment and approved a $69 monthly contract for Verizon Wi-Fi at the senior center. They also ratified prepaid bills and voted to advertise a police department rank ordinance.

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Borough of East McKeesport Agenda June 11, 2026 Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call Petitions from the Audience Motion to approve the Minutes. Report of the Officers Motion to Approve the Report of the Officers Committee Reports Motion to Accept the Committee Reports Old Business None New Business Motion to ratify 2nd quarter payment to United Volunteer Fire and Rescue in the amount of $5,000.00 Motion to enter the Western Pennsylvania Energy Consortium (“WPEC”), 2025-2030 Memorandum of Understanding for collective energy procurement. Motion to advertise Ordinance #987 amending ordinance #801, designating specific times for setting out and removing waste receptacles. Motion to advertise Ordinance #988 implementing a Borough Employee Handbook outlining new policies and procedures governing Borough Employees. Motion adopt resolution 5-26 adopting the 2026 Allegheny County Hazard Mitigation Plan. Motion to hire part-time Police Officer Cody Bagwell, following council’s recommendation during council’s executive session on 6/9/26. Motion to reimburse tax payment for a disabled veteran resident, who qualifies for property exemption. Motion to ratify prepaid bills in the cost of $13,550.63. Motion to pay bills. Motion to adjourn.
Thu May 14, 2026

Borough Council

Council to vote on police rank ordinance and park project payments

At the May 14, 2025 meeting, the East McKeesport Borough Council will consider two reimbursable payments totaling $32,985 to Sports and Recreation Associates for the Chicora Street Park project. The council will also vote on a motion to advertise Ordinance #986, which amends the police department's rank structure. Additional agenda items include approving Verizon Wi-Fi installation at the senior building for $69/month, ratifying prepaid bills of $35,082.19, and approving TCVCOG by-law amendments and continued membership.

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✓ Decided: Council moves forward with Ice Plant Hill Phase II drainage project

Council voted unanimously to advertise the Ice Plant Hill Phase II drainage project, funded by a $100,000 grant and $200,000 in LSA funds. Additionally, they enacted resolutions renaming prior ones, established the Tribune-Review as the official newspaper, and ratified prepaid bills of $21,761.02 (6-0-1). Routine approvals included minutes, officer reports, and committee reports.

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Borough of East McKeesport Agenda May 14, 2025 Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call Petitions from the Audience Motion to approve the Minutes. Report of the Officers Motion to Approve the Report of the Officers Committee Reports Motion to Accept the Committee Reports Old Business None New Business Motion to approve reimbursable payment of $9,900.00 to Sports and Recreation Associates for the Chicora Street Park LSA funded project. Motion to approve reimbursable payment of $23,085.00 to Sports and Recreation Associates for the Chicora Street Park LSA funded project. Motion Approving TCVCOG By-Laws amendments and continued membership. Motion to approve the installation of Verizon Wi-Fi at senior building at the cost of $69.00 a month. Motion to Advertise Ordinance #986, an Ordinance of the Borough of East McKeesport amending Ordinance #668, Rank in the Force of the East McKeesport Police Department Motion to ratify prepaid bills in the cost of $35,082.19. Motion to pay bills. Motion to adjourn.
Thu Apr 9, 2026

Borough Council

Council to rename resolutions on tax collection and CDBG program

The Borough Council will consider several resolutions at its April 9, 2026 meeting, including renaming a resolution establishing attorney's costs for delinquent tax collection and another for participating in a community development block grant program. They will also vote on enacting a resolution naming the Tribune-Review as the official newspaper, authorizing advertisement of the Ice Plant Hill Phase II Project, and ratifying prepaid bills totaling $21,761.02.

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✓ Decided: Council approved $3.5M Broadway Avenue road reconstruction funding

The council approved a $3,513,077.01 federal appropriation for the Broadway Avenue road reconstruction project. It also allocated a $5,000 stipend to United Volunteer Fire & Rescue, adopted resolutions on attorney collection costs and a three‑year agreement with Keystone Collection Group, and approved a $136,500 contract for the Chicora Street Playground resurfacing. Additional actions included adding TCVCOG as an insured party, adding part‑time officer Karlye Lucas to the borough health plan, and appointing Lisa Robertson to the planning committee.

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Borough of East McKeesport Agenda April 9, 2026 Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call Petitions from the Audience Motion to approve the Minutes. Report of the Officers Motion to Approve the Report of the Officers Committee Reports Motion to Accept the Committee Reports Old Business None New Business 1. Motion to rename resolution 1-26, to establish reasonable attorney’s cost of collections for delinquent real estate tax and delinquent municipal claims and imposing the cost of such collection upon the delinquent taxpayer, to 2-26. 2. Motion to rename resolution 2-26, to be included in the Allegheny County community development block grant and home investment partnerships program for three program yeast-2027, 2028, 2029, to 3- 26. 3. Motion to enact resolution 4-26, naming the Tribune-Review Pittsburgh Edition as the Borough’s newspaper of circulation for the purposes of advertising, maintaining compliance with Pennsylvania Commonwealth Law. 4. Motion to advertise the Ice Plant Hill Phase II Project. 5. Motion to ratify bills prepaid by the Borough Manager in the amount of $21,761.02. 6. Motion to pay bills. 7. Motion to adjourn.
Thu Mar 12, 2026

Borough Council

Council considers $3.5 million request for Broadway Avenue road reconstruction

The Borough Council will vote on several funding proposals, including grants for 5th Avenue and community events. The meeting includes decisions on tax collection agreements and various infrastructure contracts. Members will also vote on appointments to the planning committee.

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Borough of East McKeesport Agenda March 12, 2026 Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call Petitions from the Audience Motion to approve the Minutes. Report of the Officers Motion to Approve the Report of the Officers Committee Reports Motion to Accept the Committee Reports Old Business 1. Motion to approve ordinance 985 joining the TCVCOG Fire Code Appeals board. New Business 1. Motion to allocate 1st quarter stipend to United Volunteer Fire & Rescue in the amount of $5,000.00. 2. Motion to enact resolution 1-26, to establish reasonable attorney’s cost of collections for delinquent real estate tax and delinquent municipal claims and imposing the cost of such collection upon the delinquent taxpayer. 3. Motion to enter into an agreement with Keystone Collection Group for a term of three years to collect delinquent real estate tax. 4. Motion to enact resolution 2-26, to be included in the Allegheny County community development block grant and home investment partnerships program for three program yeast-2027, 2028, 2029. 5. Motion to submit a proposal for the Allegheny County Main Streets grant for 5th Avenue business district improvements. 6. Motion to submit a proposal for the Allegheny County Events grant for community events throughout the borough. 7. Motion to approve submission of FY’27 Congressional Appropriations fund for Broadway Avenue Road Reconstruction in the amount of $3,513,077.01. 8. Motion to appoint Lisa Roberston to the planning co …
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Thu Feb 12, 2026

Borough Council

Borough Council to vote on new website vendor and snow removal payments

The East McKeesport Borough Council will consider appointing a new treasurer and Right to Know Officer. The body will also vote on several payments for municipal services and memberships in regional safety alliances.

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✓ Decided: Council approves new website vendor and several financial contracts

The council approved a new website vendor with an annual cost of $3,258 and a one‑time setup fee of $650. It also approved a $11,600 snow‑removal payment, a $35,082.19 prepaid bill, and a $29.40 monthly T‑Mobile line for the borough manager. Additionally, the borough joined the Eastern Allegheny Traffic Safety Alliance (6‑1 vote) and announced intent to join the Turtle Creek Valley Council of Governments Fire Code Appeals Board.

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Borough of East McKeesport Agenda February 12, 2025 Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call Petitions from the Audience Motion to approve the Minutes. Report of the Officers Motion to Approve the Report of the Officers Committee Reports Motion to Accept the Committee Reports Old Business None New Business 1. Motion appoint Aaron Sims the treasurer and Right to Know Officer. 2. Motion to approve new website vendor for the annual cost of $3,258 and one-time set up fee of $650 dollars. 3. Motion to approve an additional T-Mobile mobile number for the Borough Manager at the cost of $29.40 a month. 4. Motion to advertise joining the Turtle Creek Valley Council of Governments Fire Code Appeals Board. 5. Motion to ratify payment for snow removal in the cost of $11,600. 6. Motion to join the Eastern Allegheny Traffic Safety Alliance. 7. Motion to ratify prepaid bills in the cost of $35,082.19. 8. Motion to pay bills. 9. Motion to adjourn.
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BOROUGH OF EAST McKEESPORT Page 1. COUNCIL MEETING- February 12, 2026 The meeting was called to order at 6:00 PM by Council President Lechliter Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call X Ruffolo X Dodds X Lechliter X Hooper X Kleppick X Maurizi X Howard X Solicitor Beisler X Mayor Howard A Tax Collector-Ferrainolo X Manager-Sims PETITIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE None • On Motion of Kleppick and Hooper to approve the minutes. Roll Call-Unanimous REPORT OF OFFICERS MAYOR REPORT  Police report is on file. SECRETARY & REFUSE REPORT  Reports on file.  All of Council has been forwarded the report. SOLICITOR • The borough sent a letter to the auditor that was approved by the solicitor, this is accomplished each year. • The police had a policy written regarding folks locking keys in their car, absolving the officers from responsibility of any damages if folks request help with getting their keys out. • The TCVOG Fire Code Appeals board must be submitted and approved via ordinance, not resolution. ENGINEER BOROUGH OF EAST McKEESPORT Page 2. COUNCIL MEETING- February 12, 2026 • Waiting for grant award announcement. • 2023 GEDTF grant was awarded to Plavchak and work was completed. Final inspection and seeding is coming in the following weeks. Gravel walk and other fencing will be installed as well. • 2023 LSA Grant is ready to be worked on by Mark Ford, the grant must be awarded before work can be completed. Tr …
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Thu Jan 8, 2026

Borough Council

East McKeesport Council to vote on board appointments and bill payments

The Borough Council will consider several appointments to the Tax Collection Committee, Civil Service Board, and Zoning Hearing Board. The body will also vote on paying bills and attending a regional dinner.

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Borough of East McKeesport Agenda Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call Petitions from the Audience Motion to approve the Minutes. Report of the Officers Motion to Approve the Report of the Officers Committee Reports Motion to Accept the Committee Reports Old Business None New Business January 8, 2026 1. Motion to enact Resolution No. 01-26, A Resolution of the Borough of East McKeesport, Appointing Aaron Sims the delegate and Mary Lechliter alternate delegate to the Tax Collection Committee. 2. Motion to appoint James Sokolowski to the East McKeesport Civil Service Board for a six-year term. 3. Motion to appoint Donald Daw to the East McKeesport Zoning Hearing Board for a three-year term. 4. Motion to appoint Keith Connelly to the East McKeesport Zoning Hearing Board for a three-year term. 5. Motion to send three representatives to the Turtle Creek Valley COG Annual Dinner at a cost of $180.00. 6. Motion to ratify bills pre-paid by the Borough Manager in the amount of $13,471.56. 7. Motion to pay bills. 8. Motion to Adjourn.
🌐 County-level context (Allegheny County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Traffic fatalities2 (2022)
Business establishments33,812 (709,774 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,280/mo (51 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy12.8% (low numeracy 22% · 2017)

Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC

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Outcomes — economic mobility

source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research use

For kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:

White kids
0.477
All kids
0.426
Black kids
0.316

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