Advisory Board & Commission Recruitment Deadline Extension

Applications are open, and the deadline is extended for advisory board and commission positions! The Town will now be accepting applications through April 15 at 5 p.m. with a meet and greet event planned for May and a mandatory training for all new members scheduled in June. You can view vacancies and apply online for positions on Town advisory boards and commissions at www.erieco.gov/1419.

Business Partnership Packet 

The Town of Erie Economic Development Department is pleased to announce the Urban Renewal Authority has designated funds towards the third round of Revitalization Incentive Grants. Commercial property owners and businesses within the urban renewal area may qualify for a matching grant to improve their external appearance and reduce blight in two categories: historic building improvements and business siting and expansion. The deadline to apply is Feb. 4. To view the criteria, and guidelines visit www.erieco.gov/BusinessGrants.

Camp Erie Information is Now Posted

It may be cold outside, but it is never too early to start planning for summer with Camp Erie! Camp Erie is a state-licensed childcare program available for ages 5-14 and is intended for full-summer care only. Parent Manual, FAQs, and other important 2022 Camp Erie information is now available online at www.erieco.gov/CampErie.   

• Save the Date! Registration for Camp Erie opens to Erie residents at 7 a.m. on Monday, Feb. 28. Space is limited, and spots fill quickly! 

Thank You for Your Initial Opinion about Home Rule 

Over the last few weeks we asked residents in Erie to complete a short survey about your opinion on the possible change in governing status to Home Rule. There were 1,531 residents who agreed to take the survey and share their thoughts about this topic. Sharing your input and comments about all topics in the community is incredibly important to assure the priorities at the Town government match those of its residents. Results of the survey will be shared with the Board of Trustees at their Regular Meeting on Feb. 8. Check www.erieco.gov/Calendar for a link to the meeting and agenda for the timing of this item.

Erie Community Food Bank Available for Those in Need 

The last few years have been particularly tough for families and individuals in our community. But there is always support for those who need it. To qualify to access the resources at the Erie Community Food Bank you must be a resident of Erie and bring in proof of residency: a utility bill of any kind and a current I.D. such as a driver's license. Patrons can visit the Food Bank up to once per month. Open hours at the Food Bank are:

• Thursdays, 10 a.m.-noon. and 5:30-7:30 p.m.
• 2nd Saturday of each month, 9-11 a.m.

The Road to Election 2022

The Town of Erie is well into Election Season 2022! Please visit www.erieco.gov/Election to view candidate information, important dates for ballot mailing and returns, and other timely details. This year we have one seat open for Mayor and three seats open for Trustee. 

• Feb. 1, 6:30 p.m. - Lot drawing for candidate order on the ballot. Tune into Channel 8 or view the event online.