A revised approach to historic preservation in Reading could better protect the designated neighborhoods that have active owner support, while freeing up resources to tackle blight and spur ...

Reading has a new director of community development. David Barr was selected for the post by Mayor Eddie Moran, a decision confirmed by City Council in a special meeting Friday. Barr of Spring ...

READING, Pa. – Reading City Council received an update on the status of three key downtown buildings Monday night. During the Committee of the Whole meeting, Development Director David Barr shared ...

READING., Pa. – Reading City Council voted unanimously in a special meeting Friday afternoon to approve David Barr as the city’s new community development director. Barr is a native of Reading but ...

Reading City Council heard a detailed overview of the city’s proposed 2026 Community Development budget and federal grant spending plan. Community Development Director David Barr briefed council ...