List of mayors of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania facts for kids
Quick facts for kids Mayor of Harrisburg |
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| Term length | Four years |
| Inaugural holder | William H. Kepner |
| Formation | 1860 |
| Website | Office of the Mayor |
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A mayor is the leader of a city or town. They are in charge of making sure the city runs smoothly and that its citizens are well-served. This page tells you about the people who have been mayors of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, from the very first one to the mayor today.
The current mayor of Harrisburg is Wanda Williams. She started her term in January 2022. She is a member of the Democratic Party.
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What Does a Mayor Do?
A mayor is like the chief executive officer of a city. They work with the city council to make decisions about how the city's money is spent. They also help create new rules and programs that benefit the people living in Harrisburg.
Mayors are responsible for many important things. These include public safety, like the police and fire departments. They also oversee city services such as trash collection, parks, and roads. The mayor represents the city at different events and works to make Harrisburg a great place to live.
A Look at Harrisburg's Mayors
The role of mayor in Harrisburg began in 1860. The first mayor was William H. Kepner. Since then, many different people have held this important job. Mayors in Harrisburg usually serve for four years at a time.
Over the years, mayors have come from different political parties. The two main parties in the United States are the Democratic Party and the Republican Party. Mayors from both parties have helped shape Harrisburg into the city it is today.
Some mayors served for many years, helping the city grow and change. For example, Stephen R. Reed was mayor for a very long time, from 1982 to 2010.
Important Milestones
Harrisburg has had some special moments in its mayoral history. In 2010, Linda D. Thompson became the first woman to be mayor of Harrisburg. She was also the first African American mayor of the city. This was a big step forward for Harrisburg!
The current mayor, Wanda Williams, is also a woman. She continues the important work of leading the city.
Images for kids
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Mayor William K. Verbeke
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Mayor Vance C. McCormick
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Mayor Eric Papenfuse
See also
- Harrisburg City Council
