Facing a $146,000 budget shortfall, it seems likely that borough council will approve a real estate tax increase for 2018. That vote may on happen at the Monday, Dec. 11 council meeting at 7 p.m. The budget that council is considering would raise the tax on land to 10 mills and the tax on… [Read More]
Council Renames Locust Alley to Honor Eagle Scouts
The backstreet between Gregg Avenue and Chestnut Street, one known as Locust Alley, has been renamed to Eagle Way, in honor of the six Eagle Scouts who grew up nearby. Borough council voted 6-0 last month to make the name change official. Neil Lyons was not present. The name change came after Adam Kenerwell pointed… [Read More]
This Year’s Winter Blast Was Picture Perfect
Bridgeville residents couldn’t have asked for a better night for this year’s Winter Blast holiday season kickoff. Friday night was cool and clear and event was picture perfect, from the Christmas tree lighting to the visit from Santa & Mrs. Claus. Even the ice sculpter was doing some particularly intricate work with with his… [Read More]
Bridgeville Historical Society: The U.S. Brig Niagara
During this Nov. 28, 2017 Bridgeville Historical Society presentation, Edd Hale, a volunteer crew member on the USS Niagara, discusses the ship’s colorful history, including its role in the Battle of Lake Erie in the War of 1812.
Here’s Bridgeville’s Proposed 2018 Budget
Bridgeville’s proposed 2018 budget, which based on a real estate tax hike, is now available for public review (see below). Borough council will take a vote on the budget and the increased tax rates at its Dec. 11, 2017 meeting at 7 p.m. at the municipal building. Under the new plan, Bridgeville would increase its… [Read More]
Council Is Probably Going To Raise Taxes, But May Also Introduce Tax Relief
It seems inevitable that Bridgeville property owners will be paying higher real estate taxes in 2018. The borough is facing a $150,000 budget shortfall, tax revenues have been stagnant for the past few years, and the borough has to help pay for some expensive, but much-needed infrastructure projects, like sewer repairs and traffic improvements. A… [Read More]
Mayor: After $172,000 Road Repair Bill, Bridgeville Should Consider Hiring A New Engineer
After a road repair project took two years to complete and cost nearly $100,000 more the original estimate, Bridgeville Mayor Pat DeBlasio said it might be time for the borough look for a new engineering firm. For years, Bridgeville has relied on The Gateway Engineers, a 60-year-old firm that has been involved in some of… [Read More]
Mayor: Combat Speeding Drivers By Expanding Cook School Park
A few weeks ago, a hit-and-run driver slammed his vehicle into a parked car belonging to Ridge Road resident Joel Lakus This is the third time one of Lakus’ cars have been hit while parked in front of his house. “This is getting old,” Lakus told council earlier this week. He asked the borough to… [Read More]
Security Cams Coming to Chartiers Park After Vandals Destroy Scoreboard
A few weeks ago, somebody pried open the scoreboard at Chartiers Park and ripped out the electronic components. Now, the Bridgeville Athletic Association hopes to have security cameras installed to prevent this from happening again — or at least identifying the thief/vandal next time. “Somebody can in, bent the whole thing and took all the… [Read More]
Bridgeville Borough Council – Nov 13, 2017
VISITORS, PLEASE STATE NAMES AND ADDRESSES Joel Lakus Bridgeville, PA 15017 Mr. Lakus stated 3 weeks ago, his car was hit and almost demolished in front of his house. This is the third time that his vehicle has been hit. Traffic comes up his street way too fast. He stated that the speed limit needs… [Read More]
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