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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

  • 5/28/2026 1:00 PM

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

  • 6/1/2026 1:00 PM

Bids for Resurfacing Contract No. 2026-01 will be publicly opened and read aloud in the 3rd-floor conference room of City Hall.

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Recent News

Garbage Pickup Delays

  • May 22nd, 2026, 12:00 AM

Due to the Memorial Day holiday, all garbage pickup services will be delayed by one day during the week of May 25. The normal garbage pickup schedule will resume on Monday, June 1.

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Advertisement for Bids

  • 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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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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