157 Great Belt Rd, Butler PA 16002 Phone: 724-352-2324 or Fax: 724-352-8850
Email: jefftwpbutlerpa@zoominternet.net
Hours: Mon thru Thurs - 7:30am-4:30pm (CLOSED FRI)
Maintenance Garage: 724-352-4740
JEFFERSON TOWNSHIP MONTHLY HAPPENINGS
Used Coat Collection
The Center for Community Resources has left a small box at the Jefferson Township Building for ‘used coats that are clean and in good condition’ for collection from Township Residents through Dec. 31, 2023 only.
DAMAGE AT LAURA DOERR PARK
Jefferson Township is requesting assistance to locate person or persons responsible for the latest damage to Laura Doerr Park. They are responsible for tearing up the newly finished parking lot between the softball fields and the baseball concession stand and the large lawn area between the Wayne Deaner Gazebo and Hannahstown Road.
The damage was done at 9:27 p.m. on Sunday night, October 22, 2023. It appeared to be a lighter colored SUV Hatchback with fog lights and a possible sunroof. Any assistance in this matter would be greatly appreciated.
As a Township we strive to provide not only low taxes, exceptional quality roads but also a recreational park for all residents and surrounding townships residents to enjoy at no additional cost. The Township is providing improvements to enhance the facility for all users.
Our road department is constantly not only maintaining roads and township equipment but maintaining many facets of the park. They do not need added duties to repair damage from inconsiderate people who do not respect property of others.
Pool Renovation Donations
Donations toward the Pool Renovation Project, whether individual or business/corporate, PLEASE contact Greg Bauer at 724-524-3663. If not reachable, contact the Township Office at 724-352-2324.
2023 Jefferson Twp Office Hours
Hours: Mon thru Thurs - 7:30am-4:30pm
OFFICE CLOSED ON FRIDAYS
JEFFERSON TOWNSHIP ROADS
Jefferson Twp Residents and Trees
Any property owner that has dead, dying trees, etc. that may cause a potential safety issue to residents or the public should check into having them removed to prevent harm or casualties to anyone.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact the Township office at 724-352-2324 or email – Jefftwpmgr@zoominternet.net.
During the Mowing Season
PLEASE DO NOT allow the cut grass to accumulate on the roadway. It is a safety issue – especially if the grass becomes wet. It could cause a vehicle to lose traction and 'you' could be held responsible.
During and Following Storms and Excessive Rain Events
It is Jefferson Township's responsibility is to clear and protect the Township rights-of-way. The Township is NOT authorized to clean-up any private property; the only exception would be for Emergency access for 9-1-1 responders! It also not legal for property owners to place any storm/rain/wind debris from their property along the township road rights-of-way.
During the Winter Months
During the upcoming WINTER months, as per the Township Ordinances, NO ONE is to park on the cul-de-sacs or any public road or right of way so that the road can easily be cleaned of snow. Please DO NOT PUSH SNOW ONTO THE ROADS when plowing your driveway. Should this cause an accident, you could be named in a claim or lawsuit.
In addition, this is a reminder that the Township is NOT responsible for replacing or repairing mailboxes damaged during the plowing/salting process. Mailbox installation guidelines are available at the USPS website - “Regulations for Installing a Mailbox.”
Also, residents living along the Butler-Freeport Community Trail are asked to be considerate when plowing snow from their property. Some residents are plowing snow onto the trail and in front of the gates, which blocks emergency vehicle access. If there would be an emergency, Emergency Services / 1st Responders would have difficulty getting to the scene.
Jefferson Township Announcements
Township Ordinances *NOW* online!
We are on a trial free of charge for the Jefferson Township Ordinances to be online and accessible electronically. Click on the link below to go to the new pages listing all of the approved Jefferson Township Ordinances. Questions? Please contact the Township Office.
JEFFERSON TWP TAX COLLECTIONS
By MAIL ANYTIME
Or USE DROP BOX on Porch at 245 Heller Rd., Butler, PA 16002;
Or CALL FOR APPOINTMENT - Phone 724-352-3288
COLLECTION HOURS for School Taxes this year are: Done - please call if you have questions.
2023 Household Hazardous Waste and Electronics collection events
Butler County has just received DEP collection permit approval to hold its 2023 Household Hazardous Waste and Electronics collection events for our county residents as follows:
· April 1 at 150 Henricks Road, Butler (Center Township)
· May 13 at 207 Ash Stop Road, Evans City (Forward Township)
· July 15 at 191 Election House Road, Prospect (Franklin Township)
· September 2 at 157 Airport Road, Butler (Penn Township)
· November 11 at 690 Valencia Road, Mars (Adams Township)
Residents will be required to pre-register to attend these events and are scheduled for an approximate arrival time which helps to keep attendees from waiting in long lines. The Noble Environmental web site can be found here: https://nobleenviro.com/ or they can call 412-567-6566. At the top of the web page, click on “Ewaste and HHW Collections” to find the registration page and details about attending an event. Please note that only cards are accepted for payment. Cash and checks are not accepted.
WIC (Women Infants and Children) benefits in Butler County
Here is a link detailing how some residents may qualify for WIC (Women Infants and Children) benefits in Butler County. Please go to their website for more details.
PA AMERICAN WATER – ‘WaterSource’
LIHWAP – Low Income Household Water Assistance Program – contact www.compass.state.pa.us or request an application by calling the Dept. of Human Services Customer Service at 877-395-8930 (or for the hearing impaired call PA Relay at 711).
PA AMERICAN WATER – Help Us Get the Lead Out
At Pennsylvania American Water, providing safe, clean, reliable and affordable water service is a foundation for healthy communities and our company's our top priority. Although we do not have a problem with lead service lines or lead levels in water, we believe that removing the risk of customer-side lead service lines over time is the right thing to do for the health, safety and peace of mind of our customers. For this reason, we developed and launched a program with the goal of replacing all customer-side lead service lines.
If the customer-owned portion of your service line is made of lead, we’d like to work with you to replace it at no direct cost to you. Under a signed agreement with each customer, Pennsylvania American Water will perform the work, cover the cost, and provide a 2-year warranty, and the customer will retain ownership of the new water service line once installed. Read more about how the program works.
DON Housing Department
USDA Access & Rehabilitation Program for Armstrong, Beaver, Butler, Lawrence, Mercer & Westmoreland Counties.
This grant provides needed repairs and renovations for homeowners with very low to low income whose primary residences are located in a USDA eligible area. Funds awarded through an application process on a first come, first served basis. To find out more, go to www.doninc.org/HPP or phone 724-652-5144 (for hearing impaired TTY/VP: 724-652-5152). The Township has NO involvement in the grants or processing of the applications!