The Borough of​

Port Carbon

Beauty, Strength, Endurance

Government & Public Services Guide

Port Carbon residents are served by local, county, state, and federal government agencies and officials. Use this guide to find your elected representatives and quickly access government agencies, public authorities, schools, and other services serving the Borough.


Federal Government

United States Senators

Pennsylvania is represented by two United States Senators who serve the entire Commonwealth. Senators help shape federal laws, represent Pennsylvania’s interests in Washington, and assist residents with federal agencies and programs.

Port Carbon is represented in the United States Senate by John Fetterman and Dave McCormick. Click on the pictures to access their websites.

Senator Dave McCormick

Senator John Fetterman

United States House of Representatives

Port Carbon is located in Pennsylvania’s 9th Congressional District and is represented in the U.S. House of Representatives by Congressman Dan Meuser. Members of Congress help shape federal laws, represent the interests of their district, and assist residents with federal agencies and programs.

U.S. Representative Dan Meuser

Commonwealth of Pennsylvania Government

Pennsylvania Senator

Pennsylvania’s 29th Senatorial District encompasses all of Schuylkill and Carbon Counties and a portion of Luzerne County. Port Carbon, located in central Schuylkill County just northeast of Pottsville, is represented in the Pennsylvania State Senate by Senator David G. Argall. 

Pennsylvania House of Representatives

Pennsylvania’s 123rd House District includes much of central and northern Schuylkill County, including Port Carbon. The Borough is represented in the Pennsylvania House of Representatives by Representative Tim Twardzik.

County Government, School District & Authorities

Schuylkill County Government

Schuylkill County Government provides many essential public services to Borough residents, including the courts, elections, public safety, emergency management, property assessment, human services, and the recording of deeds and vital records. The County is governed by a three-member Board of Commissioners and works in partnership with municipalities like Port Carbon to serve the needs of local communities. Click on the picture to access the website.

Pottsville Area School District

The Pottsville Area School District provides public education for students in Port Carbon and several surrounding communities in Schuylkill County. The district is committed to preparing students for success through quality academics, career and technical opportunities, extracurricular activities, and partnerships that support lifelong learning. Click on the logo to access the website.

Greater Pottsville Area Sewer Authority

The Greater Pottsville Area Sewer Authority provides wastewater collection and treatment services for Port Carbon and neighboring communities. By maintaining and improving the regional sewer system, the Authority helps protect public health, preserve local waterways, and support responsible community growth. Click on the link below to access the website.

Schuylkill County Municipal Authority

The Schuylkill County Municipal Authority provides safe, reliable drinking water and related utility services to Port Carbon and communities throughout Schuylkill County. Through the operation and maintenance of its water system, the Authority helps protect public health while supporting the needs of residents, businesses, and local development. Click on the logo to access the website.


Quick Government Resources

Quickly access commonly used government services, programs, and resources available to Port Carbon residents at the county, state, and federal levels.