Pennsylvania Borough Code
In Pennsylvania there are four types of municipalities, cities, townships, town and boroughs. As a Borough, Ellwood City operates under the Borough Code, which establishes borough council as the governing body and charges council with the governance of the borough, including hiring employees, adopting a budget, approving expenses, and adopting ordinances or local laws.

Ellwood City Borough Code of Ordinances
Ellwood City is governed locally by the Ellwood City Borough Code of Ordinances set by Ellwood City Council.

Planning Documents

Comprehensive Plan
Ellwood City Borough is currently drafting a new comprehensive plan. The plan shall serve as a guide of vision for future growth and development for Ellwood City's public and private sectors.