LaTarsha Brown reported finding a noose Jan. 10 on her desk in the city’s Department of Community and Economic Development. She's charged with making false reports and tampering with or fabricating evidence.
The two-term councilman made that pledge during Thursday night’s Allentown mayoral primary debate with incumbent Matt Tuerk at Miller Symphony Hall.
Councilwoman Natalie Santos proposed the resolution just a week ago in response to President Donald Trump’s crusade against diversity, equity and inclusion efforts and his executive orders targeting transgender people.
Crews soon will start installing speed cushions near schools and parks as the first phase of the city's Safe Streets initiative.
Towing companies that run afoul of the new ordinance face fines for each violation. That fine is set at $500 or the total fee charged to the vehicle owner, whichever is greater.