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Oil City, PA

The City of Oil City

For the last 150 years, Oil City has fostered a strong sense of community, innovation, and an aptitude for neighborhood development in the heart of the rolling Allegheny foothills. Whether your family has been in Oil City for generations, or you're looking for an idyllic new city to root in, Oil City has what you're looking for. Learn more about the arts, events, and industries that make us love Oil City.

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Upcoming Events

  • 5/15/2026 8:00 AM
  • City Garage

Annual electronic waste drop-off for City residents held at the City Garage on Regan Drive in Siverly.

  • 5/28/2026 1:00 PM

A pre-bid meeting for Resurfacing Contract No. 2026-01 will be held beginning in the 3rd-floor conference room.

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  • May 14th, 2026, 12:00 AM

The City of Oil City will receive sealed bids for city-wide Street Improvements at the City Manager's office until 1:00 pm on Monday, June 1, 2026. Please view the full article for details.

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Redevelopment Authority Cancelation

  • May 4th, 2026, 12:00 AM

The Wednesday, May 6, 2026, meeting of the Oil City Redevelopment Authority has been cancelled. The next meeting will be held on Wednesday, June 3, 2026, at 4:00 pm in Council Chambers on the second floor of City Hall.

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For those who need or know someone who requires assistance, we have all the resources you'll need as an Oil City resident all in one convenient location. Find support in the community today.

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