The Redevelopment Authority of the City of New Kensington has prepared a Participation Plan to provide for and encourage citizen participation in the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. Read the plan to learn more.

Businesses in the City of New Kensington must recycle! Pennsylvania’s Municipal Waste Planning Recycling and Waste Reduction Act (Act 101) and the City’s Solid Waste Code requires owners of commercial, municipal, and institutional properties to provide recycling services to tenants or occupants of their buildings. Not only is commercial recycling required, it is also important for preserving resources, reducing emissions, and improving the quality of life in our community. Click here to learn more.

New Kensington Redevelopment Authority Promotes Fair Housing Awareness. Read the press release for more information.

2025 New Garbage Collection Schedule. Click here for schedule. 

2025 New Recycling Guide. Click here for the guide.

Gun Permits will be issued by the Westmoreland County Sheriff’s Department at City Hall Council Chambers on Thursday, April 17, 2025 from 12:00pm to 7:00pm.

Please visit their website for more information concerning firearms permits and the application process. If you have any questions, please contact the Westmoreland County Sheriff's Office at 724-830-3800.

Spring Cleanup will be held on Saturday, May 3, 2025 from 7:00 am to 3:00 pm at the City Garage at the corner of Stevenson Boulevard and Powers Drive. Click here for more information.

City Hall will be closed on Good Friday, April 18,  2025.  There will be no delay in the garbage collection due to Good Friday.

There will be a Board of Health Meeting on Wednesday, April 16, 2025 in City Hall Council Chambers at 4:00 pm followed by a Special Council Meeting for general city business. Click here to download the agenda for the Board of Health Meeting and here to download the agenda for the Special Council Meeting.