History
York County has played an important and prominent role throughout the history of The United States of America. The town
of York was laid out in 1741 and was officially declared York County in 1749. Many famous historical figures and events
have graced York County. During the American Revolutionary War, York served as a temporary capital for the Continental Congress.
In addition the Articles of the Confederation were drafted and adopted in York.
York County continues to receive recognition for its accomplishments and has been deemed one of the nations fastest growing counties in the Northeast. The County currently employs about 2500 employees in approximately 60 departments.
York County continues to receive recognition for its accomplishments and has been deemed one of the nations fastest growing counties in the Northeast. The County currently employs about 2500 employees in approximately 60 departments.
