Harrisburg Approves New Business Administrator

City Council votes to reinstate the role after previous budget cuts.

Apr. 15, 2026 at 2:32am

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A dimly lit office desk in a municipal building, cluttered with papers and a computer, casting long shadows across the floor, conceptually representing the administrative work of city governance.The reinstatement of Harrisburg's business administrator role signals a renewed focus on effective municipal governance and oversight.Harrisburg Today

Harrisburg City Council has approved Antonio Megna as the city's new business administrator, four months after the council had voted to defund the position.

Why it matters

The business administrator role is crucial for overseeing the city's finances and operations, so its reinstatement signals a shift in Harrisburg's priorities and a renewed focus on effective municipal governance.

The details

After previously voting to eliminate the business administrator position due to budget constraints, Harrisburg City Council has now approved Antonio Megna to fill the role. Megna will be responsible for overseeing the city's finances, operations, and various departments.

  • Harrisburg City Council voted to defund the business administrator position in December 2025.
  • On April 14, 2026, the city council approved Antonio Megna as the new business administrator.

The players

Antonio Megna

The newly appointed business administrator for the city of Harrisburg.

Harrisburg City Council

The governing body of the city of Harrisburg, Pennsylvania that voted to approve the new business administrator position.

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What’s next

Megna will begin his duties as Harrisburg's business administrator immediately, tasked with overseeing the city's finances and operations.

The takeaway

Harrisburg's decision to reinstate the business administrator role demonstrates a commitment to responsible municipal governance and a recognition of the importance of this position in managing the city's affairs.