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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

  • 4/19/2023 9:00 AM

Be a part of Oil City's annual Community Clean-Up Day on Wednesday, April 19, from 9:00am - 8:00pm. Local businesses, organizations, groups, and...

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Recent News

Venango County Comprehensive Plan Community Input

  • February 24th, 2023, 10:14 AM

Venango County is seeking input from the community as they prepare to update their Comprehensive Plan. Anybody who resides in, does business in, or has an interest in the future of Venango County is encouraged to participate in the upcoming meeting and submit the community survey. View the full article for details.

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Hasson Ave Survey Notice

  • February 21st, 2023, 12:00 AM

On February 24, 2023, the City of Oil City will begin conducting demographic surveys for a street reconstruction project on a part of Hasson Avenue from Deer Street to Park Road in conjunction with its Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program. To determine grant eligibility, federal regulations associated with the program require a demographic survey be conducted on all families benefiting from the reconstruction project. A 100% response rate is required. Unless every household responds, this project's eligibility for federal CDBG funding cannot be assessed.

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Community Resources

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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