Dauphin County, PA
Gratz was laid out in 1805 by Philadelphia businessman and landowner Simon Gratz and was incorporated as a borough in 1852. For more than two centuries, the community has grown while preserving the small-town character, traditions, and neighborly spirit that make Gratz a special place to call home.
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President: William Reed
Vice President: Jem Klinger
Board Members: Lori Williard, Coy Rickert, Michael Conrad
Mayor: Lynn Schadle
Secretary/Treasurer: Cindy Shade
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LEGAL NOTICE NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING AND INTENT TO ENACT GRATZ BOROUGH SUBDIVISION AND LAND DEVELOPMENT ORDINANCE NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Borough Council of Gratz Borough, Dauphin County, Pennsylvania, will hold a public hearing on Thursday, November 19, 2026, at 6:00 P.M. at the Gratz Borough Municipal Building, 125 North Center Street, Gratz, Pennsylvania 17030, to receive public comment concerning a proposed comprehensive Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance (“SALDO”). Immediately following the public hearing, Borough Council will convene a special meeting at the same location and may consider enactment of the proposed Ordinance. The proposed Ordinance repeals and
Gratz Borough is sharing an information flyer to help residents understand the Borough’s burning rules under the ordinance adopted July 8, 2020. The ordinance prohibits burning materials such as plastics, tires, treated or painted wood, construction debris, corrugated cardboard, hazardous substances and certain other waste. Trees, stumps, leaves, brush and grass clippings are also prohibited unless an applicable ordinance exception applies. Confined burning, including burn barrels, must meet specific container, location and safety requirements. Materials must originate on the property where they are burned. Burning is allowed during daylight hours, and fires must be completely extinguished by sunset or 7
A ribbon-cutting ceremony was held on October 1, at Gratz Borough Park to dedicate an automated external defibrillator (AED) donated by The Peyton Walker Foundation. Participating in the dedication were Nicole McCartan, representing the Foundation; Kylie Bender, representing Borough Parks and Recreation; and Bill Reed, Borough Council President. Established in memory of 19-year-old Peyton Walker, who died from sudden cardiac arrest in 2013, the Foundation works to increase awareness and improve survival rates through heart screenings, CPR and AED training, and AED donations to communities. Gratz Borough thanks The Peyton Walker Foundation for its generous donation and dedication to saving
⚠️ Public Notice: Scam Alert – Gratz Sewer & Water Billing Calls Gratz Borough has been made aware of potential scam phone calls involving individuals claiming to represent the Borough’s Sewer Authority or Water Company. Residents have reported receiving calls regarding alleged issues with their sewer or water bills, including requests for immediate payment or personal information. 🚫 Important Information ✔️ How the Borough Handles Billing Issues While Borough staff may occasionally contact residents by phone, official communication regarding billing issues will always include one or more of the following: 📞 What You Should Do If you receive a suspicious
