Report
Berks County's new jail: four years of planning, no decision
Berks County said a new jail would beat renovating the old one. Four years after restarting the project there is no site, no price, and no decision.
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Berks County news
News from Berks County: meetings, development, and local decisions, reported from the public record.
Jul 7
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Berks County primary turnout: 23% of voters showed up
Official results: 23.22% turnout in the May 19 primary, certified June 5. Democrats turned out at 24.9%, Republicans at 21.7%. November is the big one.
Meeting recap
Berks County adopts AI policy, awards uniform contracts
The July 2, 2026 Berks County commissioners meeting: a new AI policy for employees, $206K in uniform contracts, a $300K farm loan, and an ICE comment.
Meeting preview
Berks County to Weigh $600K in Budget Moves and Grants
The July 9, 2026 Berks County agenda: about $600,000 in budget moves, grants and appointments, and outside counsel for a possible building purchase.