Business Partnership Packet 

The Parks & Recreation Department has released the 2022 Partnership Packet! If you have been looking for ways to get involved in the community and promote your business, a partnership with the Town might be the answer you’re looking for. There are a variety of options to choose from, and staff will work with you to find the best fit for your needs. The packet with 2022 offerings and commitment form is available online at www.erieco.gov/180/Partnerships. Commitment forms will be accepted beginning on Wednesday, Jan. 26. All forms can be submitted to Brandon Grasmick, Recreation Coordinator at bgrasmick@erieco.gov.

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.

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.