Harrisburg officials are working on ways to dig the city out of debt.
Officials with the mayor's office said one of the options being considered is a wage tax for everyone who works in Harrisburg.
City officials have applied for "financially distressed status" under Act 47.
If approved, the status could open the door for new taxing opportunities, including the wage tax.
Some residents said they may consider leaving the city if the added tax is approved.
A representative of Mayor Linda Thomspon said a wage tax is a long way off.
The state will hold a hearing on Thompson's request for the distressed city status on Oct. 20.
