DATA / MAPS / ZONES Municipalities of Lancaster County, PA Three levels of government exist in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania:
- State
- County
- Municipality
The municipality is the base level form of government and consists of a city, borough or township. It is governed by an elected Board of Supervisors or Commissioners, or an elected Mayor and Council. These officials determine property taxes, road maintenance priorities, approve developments, and are responsible for police, zoning and building permits, etc. Advisory boards advise on activities such as parks and recreation, planning, etc.
Lancaster County encompasses 60 independent municipalities:
- Lancaster City
- 41 townships
- 18 boroughs
Click on the letter ranges, the map or the municipality listing below to see a detailed profile of each.
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