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The County of Berks offices and services are currently limited to individuals with essential / emergency needs only. Before going to any of our offices, please visit the department's website for the most up-to-date information as it is updated frequently. For the safety and well-being of our staff and residents, individuals that need to come to the County offices are asked to come with the least amount of companions possible.
All Berks County Employees and anyone entering county buildings must wear a mask or they will be denied entrance.
If you have COVID-19 questions you may still email them to COVID@countyofberks.com.

Welcome to Berks County

Welcome to Berks County! Berks County is a combination of rich farm country, industry, beautiful parks, entertainment, and top-notch educational institutions. Whether you are interested in County services, the availability of our parks, tax rates, or other county information, this is the place to start.

Berks County Commissioners

Christian Y. Leinbach, Chair

Kevin S. Barnhardt, Vice Chair

Michael S. Rivera

Announcements / News

Berks County CARES Funding Dashboard

The County has launched an online dashboard to detail how the $38 million of CARES Act Funding from the U.S. Government is being disbursed to help meet COVID-19 related expenses throughout Berks. The dashboard will be updated regularly. Click here to access the dashboard.
Official Election Results

The County of Berks Election Board certified the results of the 2020 General Election on November 25, 2020. Click here to review the full results.
Emergencies, Severe Weather, Traffic Alerts. Be among the first to find out and stay informed during an emergency.
NEWS--Scientists examine potential economic impact of spotted lanternfly in Pa. State's economy could take a hit of at least $324 million. Read the article.

COVID-19 & Vaccine Information

For more information on COVID-19 or Vaccines, please visit the www.DoYourPartBerks.com.

If you have COVID-19 questions you may still email them to COVID@countyofberks.com.

County Commissioners' Meetings

Commissioners' Meeting Agenda

Commissioners' Meeting Minutes

Berks County Operations Meeting Minutes

Other Commissioner Meeting Minutes

Ordinances

County Budget

Public Meeting Information

Please check the Online Public Meetings web page and/or County Public Meetings Calendar for the status of any County publicly advertised meetings.

Online Services

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Public Meetings

Jan 19
- 9:30 AM
  Berks County Operations Meeting
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Jan 21
- 9:00 AM
  Records Improvement Committee
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- 11:00 AM
  Election Board Meeting (as needed)
  See Details
- 10:00 AM
  Commissioners Board Meeting
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- 1:00 PM
  Reading Area Transportation Study Joint Technical & Coordinating Committee
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See Full Calendar

County Resources