Past News Archive
PAST NEWS ARCHIVE
HERE IS ANY NEWS FROM THE PREVIOUS YEARS
Agenda Workshop Meetings are held the first Wednesday of each month beginning May 3, 2023. Meetings will occur at 6:00 p.m. at the Southwest Greensburg Borough Office, 564 Stanton Street.
Halloween
The annual Halloween Parade this year will be on Monday, October 31st. Registration will be at the Hutchinson Elementary school, starting at 5:00 PM. The parade will start at 5:30, following the normal route through the Borough. At the end of the parade, treat bags will be passed out to all registered participants at the fire station. Borough Trick-or-Treat will begin after the parade from 6-8PM.
3rd Quarter Garbage Billing Due October 15th, 2022
Just a reminder that the 3rd Quarter Garbage Billing
is due October 15th, 2022.
The Residential Quarterly Rate is $40.
Payments can be made online, mailed or
dropped in the mail slot at the Borough Office.
swgreensburg.egovpayments.com/egov/apps/payment/center.egov
564 Stanton Street Greensburg, PA 15601
Post Date: October 5, 2022
Street Paving - 500 block of Alexander Street
Thursday October 13 and Friday October 14 the 500 block of Alexander Street will be paved. Parking will NOT be permitted from 7 am to 6 pm both days.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Attention Residents
Peoples Gas will be replacing gas lines on Weaver Street and Welty Street. The project is anticipated to run the next 5-6 days during school hours. Bus service to/from should not be impacted. Please see Peoples Gas website for project map
https://www.peoples-gas.com/street-work/future-work.php
Post date: September 6, 2022
Road Construction - 1000 block of Mace Street
Friday August 26 and Saturday August 27 the 1000 block of Mace Street (Welty St to Cribbs St) will be paved. Parking will NOT be permitted from 7 am to 7 pm both days.
Thank you for your cooperation.
Post Date: August 24, 2022
TRASH PICK UP
Just a quick reminder, there will be no trash collection on Monday, July 4, 2022. If you are scheduled for trash pick-up this day, it will be collected on Tuesday, July 5.
No other dates will be affected.
Happy 4th of July!
Post date: 7.1.22
Just a reminder, second quarter garbage bills are due July 15th. Thank you.
Vacant Council Position
Southwest Greensburg Borough Council will be accepting letters of interest for appointment to a vacant council member position. Applicants are required to have continuously resided in Southwest Greensburg Borough for one year prior to their appointment. Letters should be submitted to Southwest Greensburg Borough, 564 Stanton Street, Greensburg, PA 15601. The deadline for receiving application letters is July 31, 2022.
Post Date: July 19, 2022
First Annual Bicycle Parade and Safety Program
Southwest Greensburg Youth
Come join us Saturday, July 16, 2022 at 11:00 am
424 Brandon St Parklet
RSVP by Saturday July 9th please
Print the attached document and drop off registration in the mail slot to the left of the door at the Civic Society building 424 Brandon St.
For questions please respond by email swgcivicsociety@gmail.com
Dumped tires are a perfect setting for standing water. And standing water is a perfect breeding ground for mosquitos, possible carriers of the West Nile Virus and other mosquito borne diseases. In effort to minimize the number of mosquito breeding grounds, Westmoreland Cleanways has partnered with the Westmoreland Conservation District West Nile Virus Program to host the West Nile Virus Cleanup.
When: Saturday, July 9th ,2022
Time: 8:30 - Noon
Where: Westmoreland Cleanways Recycling Center
355 Pleasant Unity Mutual Road, Greensburg PA 15601
Just a quick reminder, there will be no trash collection on Monday, July 4, 2022. If you are scheduled for trash pick-up this day, it will be collected on Tuesday, July 5.
No other dates will be affected.
Thank you.
Post Date: June 28, 2022
Just a quick reminder, there will be no trash collection on Monday, May 30, 2022. If you are scheduled for trash pick-up this day, it will be collected on Tuesday, May 31.
No other dates will be affected.
Thank you.
Post Date: May 16, 2022
The borough office will be closed
Friday, April 15 and Monday, April 18
Friday, April 15 and Monday, April 18
Post Date: April 8, 2022
Just a quick reminder, there will be no trash collection on Friday, April 15, 2022. If you are scheduled for trash pick-up this day, it will be collected on Monday, April 18.
No other dates will be affected.
No other dates will be affected.
Thank you.
Post Date: April 7, 2022
Southwest Greensburg Borough Council will be accepting letters of interest for appointment to Greensburg Hempfield Area Library Board of Trustees for a three (3) term beginning January 1, 2022. Applicants are required to have continuously resided in Southwest Greensburg Borough for one year prior to their appointment. Letters of interest should be submitted to Southwest Greensburg Borough, 564 Stanton Street, Greensburg, PA 15601. The deadline for receiving letters is January 31, 2022.
Post Date 1.11.2022
Please welcome our new Chief of Police Kristopher Chappell. Kris has proudly served Southwest Greensburg Borough Police Department for many years. Chief Chappell was sworn in at our January 3 meeting by Mayor Carol Palcic. We wish Chief Chappell the best of luck.
GREENSBURG HEMPFIELD AREA LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEE VACANCY
Southwest Greensburg Borough Council will be accepting letters of interest for appointment to Greensburg Hempfield Area Library Board of Trustees for a three (3) term beginning January 1, 2022. Applicants are required to have continuously resided in Southwest Greensburg Borough for one year prior to their appointment. Letters of interest should be submitted to Southwest Greensburg Borough, 564 Stanton Street, Greensburg, PA 15601. The deadline for receiving letters is January 31, 2022.
Southwest Greensburg Borough is once again participating in Toys for Tot's for the 2021 holiday season!
Because of our communities support the Greater Greensburg Marine Corps League Detachment #834 was able to serve 3,004 children. They distributed 24,032 toys, 3,053 books and 3,085 stocking stuffer over the past few years due to our support.
The borough box will be location at the borough office at
564 Stanton St
Greensburg, PA 15601
Our drop off box will be here until December 10th 2021.
Again we thank our community for the continued support.
TRASH PICK UP
Just a quick reminder, there will be no trash collection on Friday, December 24, 2021. If you are scheduled for trash pick-up this day, it will be collected on Monday, December 27.
Also, there will be no trash collection on Friday, December 31, 2021. If you are scheduled for trash pick-up this day, it will be collected on Monday, January 3, 2022.
No other dates will be affected.
Happy Holidays!
Post date: 12.21.21
VACANT ZONING HEARING BOARD POSITIONS
Southwest Greensburg Borough Council will be accepting letters of interest for appointment to Zoning Hearing Board. Zoning Hearing Board has the follow openings:
· Three (3) Year Permanent Member beginning January 1, 2022
· Two (2) Year Alternate Member beginning January 1, 2022
· Two-Year Alternate Member (currently unfilled)
Applicants are required to have continuously resided in Southwest Greensburg Borough for one year prior to their appointment. Letters should be submitted to Southwest Greensburg Borough, 564 Stanton Street, Greensburg, PA 15601. The deadline for receiving letters is Friday, December 31, 2021.
Post Date: 12-9-21
This is the final week for leaf collection
Post Date: December 6, 2021
VACANT GREATER GREENSBURG SEWAGE AUTHORITY BOARD POSITION
Southwest Greensburg Borough will be accepting letters of interest for appointment to a vacant Greater Greensburg Sewage Authority Five (5) year council position. Applicants are required to have continuously resided in Southwest Greensburg Borough for one (1) year prior to appointment. Letter should be submitted to Southwest Greensburg Borough, 564 Stanton St. Greensburg, PA 15601. The deadline for receiving application letters is Friday, December 31, 2021.
Post Date 11.12.21
VACANT COUNCIL POSITION
Southwest Greensburg Borough Council will be accepting letters of interest for appointment to a vacant two (2) year council member position. Applicants are required to have continuously resided in Southwest Greensburg Borough for one year prior to their appointment. Letters should be submitted to Southwest Greensburg Borough, 564 Stanton Street, Greensburg, PA 15601. The deadline for receiving application letters is Friday, December 31, 2021.
Post Date: 11-12-21
November Trash Pick-up
There will be no trash collection on Thursday, November 25, 2021. If you are scheduled for trash pick-up this day, it will be collected on Friday, November 26. No other dates will be affected this week.
Post Date: November 3, 2021
500 BLOCK OF ALEXANDER AVE ROAD WORK
Beginning Monday October 25, the Municipal Authority of Westmoreland County will be replacing the water line on the 500 Block of Alexander Avenue. The project will run approximately 2 weeks. Please expect street closures. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Post Date: October 21, 2021
3rd Quarter Garbage Billing Due October 15th, 2021
Just a reminder that the 3rd Quarter Garbage Billing
is due October 15th, 2021.
The Residential Quarterly Rate is $40.
Payments can be made online, mailed or
dropped in the mail slot at the Borough Office.
swgreensburg.egovpayments.com/egov/apps/payment/center.egov
564 Stanton Street Greensburg, PA 15601
Post Date: September 28, 2021
In observance of
Labor Day 2021
There will be no garbage collection on
Monday, September 6th. If you are scheduled for garbage pick-up this day, it will be collected on Tuesday, September 7th.
The Borough Office will be closed on Monday, September 6th and will reopen for normal business hours Tuesday, September 7th.
Just a reminder to all residents that discharging fireworks within the Borough is prohibited. Even though it is legal to purchase fireworks, it is illegal to discharge them within the Borough limits. Thank you for your cooperation and have a safe and happy Labor Day!
Post Date: August 30, 2021
Southwest Greensburg Police Chief Christopher Kent is retiring.
Please stop by the
Southwest Greensburg Police Department on
Tuesday August 31 from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm to wish him well on his final day.
The Police Department is located at
564 Stanton Street,
rear door facing the parking lot.
Hope to see everyone there!
Post Date: August 25, 2021
In observance of
Independence Day 2021
There will be no garbage collection on
Monday, July 4th. If you are scheduled for garbage pick-up this day, it will be collected on Tuesday, July 5th.
The Borough Office will be closed on Monday, July 4th and will reopen for normal business hours Tuesday, July 5th.
Just a reminder to all residents that discharging fireworks within the Borough is prohibited. Even though it is legal to purchase fireworks, it is illegal to discharge them within the Borough limits. Thank you for your cooperation and have a safe and happy 4th of July!
Post Date: June 29, 2021
TAX OFFICE HOURS UPDATE
The Tax Office will be Closed
Tuesday, July 13th to Monday, August 2nd.
The Tax Office will Reopen on Tuesday, August 3rd.
Post Date: July 13, 2021
REMINDER TO SOUTHWEST GREENSBURG BOROUGH RESIDENTS
FIREWORKS IN THE BOROUGH ARE PROHIBITED
Just a reminder to all residents that discharging fireworks within the Borough is prohibited. Even though it is legal to purchase fireworks, it is illegal to discharge them within the Borough limits. Thank you for your cooperation and have a safe and happy 4th of July!
Post Date: June 25, 2021
Curfew for Minors in Southwest Greensburg Borough
Here is a section of the Curfew Ordinance for Minors in Southwest Greensburg Borough.
To review the complete Ordinance, please visit the Borough Code page on this website.
6.12 CURFEW FOR MINORS
It shall be unlawful for any person 17 or less years of age (under 18) to be or remain in or upon the streets within the Borough of Southwest Greensburg at night during the period ending at 6 a.m. and beginning:
A. At 10 p.m. for minors 11 or less years of age;
B. At 10:30 p.m. for minors 12 or 13 years of age; and
C. At 11 p.m. for minors 14 or more years of age.
Post Date: June 21, 2021
Vacant Council Position
Southwest Greensburg Borough Council will be accepting letters of interest for appointment to a vacant council member position. Applicants are required to have continuously resided in Southwest Greensburg Borough for one year prior to their appointment. Letters should be submitted to Southwest Greensburg Borough, 564 Stanton Street, Greensburg, PA 15601.
The deadline for receiving application letters is Wednesday, June 30, 2021.
The Greater Greensburg Sewage Authority is hiring for outside crew employee. Applicants must live within the City of Greensburg or the Boroughs of South or Southwest Greensburg. Applications and resumes can be put in the drop box on the side of the administration building, emailed to info@ggsa.us or mailed to
GGSA PO Box 248 Greensburg, PA 15601
2021 Greater Greensburg Athletics
Baseball & Softball
Greensburg, South Greensburg and Southwest Greensburg have joined forces, combining youth baseball & softball programs. The Greater Greensburg Athletics organization will administer baseball for all three municipalities.
Sign-Up by one of the following:
Call
724-834-4880
Online
www.greensburgpa.org/home/pages/online-payments
Post Date: April 13, 2021
And we are off! Registration for summer programming is now open!
Call 724-834-4880 or hop online to www.greensburgpa.org to register today!
Returning cheerleaders may register for our Cheerleading Program today through Friday, April 16th.
New cheerleaders may register
beginning Monday, April 19th.
Post Date: April 13, 2021
GET THE LEAD OUT!
“Lead Hazard Control and Healthy Homes Program!”
This program covers lead-based paint remediate and possibly other hazards that are related to lead poisoning in the home e.g. lead in windows, siding, and railings, and/or contributing factors to lead poisoning such as a leaky roof (water causing paint that contains lead to chip). This Federally Funded, Grant Program focuses on homes built prior to 1978 because, they are more likely to contain lead-based paint. Additional requirements include: households that meet maximums income limits per number of household members as listed on the flyer. *Eligible households must also have a child(ren) under 6 years (that includes a pregnant woman) that either live in the home, or visits the residence at least 6 hours a week for 60 hours or more per year. For instance, if a grandparent cares for a grandchild who is under the age of 6 years in their home and their home was built prior to 1978, and the grandparents meet the income requirements for household, they could qualify.
Lead Paint Hazard Control and Healthy Homes Program Of Westmoreland County Brochure
Please contact
Londe Dandar
Intake Clerk/Interviewer
Westmoreland County Community Development
724.830.3366
with any questions or to receive program information.
Post Date March 18, 2021
2021 Greater Greensburg Athletics
Rec Baseball & Softball for ages 6-18
Greensburg, South Greensburg and Southwest Greensburg have joined forces, combining youth baseball & softball programs. The Greater Greensburg Athletics organization will administer baseball for all three municipalities.
Sign-Up by one of the following:
Call
724-834-4880
or
Online
www.greensburgpa.org/home/pages/online-payments
Post Date: February 22, 2021
Join us to hear from Westmoreland County residents about what an equitable distribution of the COVID-19 vaccine means to them. Our townhall will include representatives from unions representing essential workers such as healthcare workers (SEIU Healthcare PA), grocery store workers (UFCW), and plastic plant workers (CWA) as well as Union Mission and Greater Parkview Church.
To register, go to: bit.ly/VOWTownHall
Post Date: February 1, 2021
Borough Office Open
The Borough Office is open for Walk-in Services Monday-Friday 8am to 12pm.
Post Date: January 25, 2021
Tax Office Reopening
Starting Tuesday February 2nd
the Tax Office located at
424 Brandon Street
will be open to the public.
Office Hours will be
8 am to 1pm
Tuesdays & Thursdays
Post Date: January 28, 2021
SAVE THESE DATES!
Hello fellow Southwest Greensburg neighbors.
The Southwest Greensburg Civic Society members are planning some upcoming events so mark your calendars.
Please visit the Civic Society Page Tab for more information.
1. Next Monday August 9th - Snack and Story at the Brandon St Parklet (weather permitting) Bring a snack, a blanket or chair and join Miss Patty for some stories and songs. Time: 11:00 AM
2. Sunday August 29th- For our community youth and families. A back to school scavenger hunt and fun day at the Brandon St. Parklet. Fun begins at 1:00 PM Details to follow soon.
Please know, if you are interested in becoming a member of the Southwest Greensburg Civic Society drop us a note in the mail slot at 424 Brandon St, send us an email at swgcivicsociety@gmail.com, or leave a message at 724 610 9745.
Post Date: August 16, 2021
GET THE LEAD OUT!
“Lead Hazard Control and Healthy Homes Program!”
This program covers lead-based paint remediate and possibly other hazards that are related to lead poisoning in the home e.g. lead in windows, siding, and railings, and/or contributing factors to lead poisoning such as a leaky roof (water causing paint that contains lead to chip). This Federally Funded, Grant Program focuses on homes built prior to 1978 because, they are more likely to contain lead-based paint. Additional requirements include: households that meet maximums income limits per number of household members as listed on the flyer. *Eligible households must also have a child(ren) under 6 years (that includes a pregnant woman) that either live in the home, or visits the residence at least 6 hours a week for 60 hours or more per year. For instance, if a grandparent cares for a grandchild who is under the age of 6 years in their home and their home was built prior to 1978, and the grandparents meet the income requirements for household, they could qualify.
Lead Paint Hazard Control and Healthy Homes Program Of Westmoreland County Brochure
Please contact
Londe Dandar
Intake Clerk/Interviewer
Westmoreland County Community Development
724.830.3366
with any questions or to receive program information.
Post Date March 18, 2021
Snow Accumulation
As we approach winter, below is what the Southwest Greensburg Borough Code has to say about resident responsibilities for handling snow accumulation:
SNOW EMERGENCY REGULATIONS
7.60 PURPOSE
This subchapter shall regulate the actions of persons within the Borough during times of large accumulations of snow, water or other naturally occurring or man-made materials or debris for purposes of protecting the community and its citizens.
7.61 APPLICATION
A. Prohibition. It shall be unlawful for any person, business, corporation or entity to act as follows:
1. To remove snow, water, tree debris, soil erosion or any other naturally occurring or blowing articulates and placing them from one’s own property into any public street, avenue, road, alley, right-of-way, easement, sidewalk, such other public place or into any medical, fire or police driveway/exits for emergency equipment;
2. To remove snow, water, tree debris, soil erosion or any other man-made materials or blowing articulates and placing them from one’s own property into any public street, avenue, road, alley, right-of-way, easement, sidewalk, such other public place or into any medical, fire or police driveway/exists for emergency equipment;
3. To leave snow or other types of accumulation on sidewalks within the Borough as per the following:
i. Accumulations of six (6") to ten (10") inches must be removed within twenty-four (24) hours;
ii. Accumulations of ten (10") to twenty (20") inches must be removed within forty-eight (48) hours; and
iii. Accumulations of twenty (20") inches or greater must be removed within thirty-six (36) hours.
B. Exemptions. These regulations shall not apply to:
1. Borough property specifically posted and designated for temporary storage of said accumulations;
2. Borough citizens who reside at the property where the violation occurs in the Borough and are physically disabled and/or suffer from physical limitations documented by a medical physician rendering them unable to comply with this Ordinance within the time frames stated providing:
i. Said person(s) proves several attempts to find a person or entity to remove said snow or accumulations, was without result; and
ii. The person(s) had contacted the Borough Snow or Accumulation Removal Labor List and that none of the persons on the list were available to remove said accumulations.
7.62 PENALTIES
A. Any Notice of violations shall be given by a Borough Official by posting the front door or premises.
B. Any violation of this Subchapter shall be subject to a fine not less than Fifty and no/100 ($50.00) Dollars and not more than Five Hundred and no/100 ($500.00) Dollars for a first offense. For each day that a condition continues to exist once a person is cited shall constitute a new offense each day the condition continues to be in violation hereof. Violators shall also be responsible for all costs of prosecution and any Borough expenses incurred in the removal or elimination of any condition created that is prohibited hereby. This includes the Borough’s costs, attorney’s fees, engineering fees or any other costs related thereto.
C. Failure to pay fines imposed hereunder shall result in imprisonment not to exceed sixty (60) days. Other related costs resulting in the elimination of the condition that violates this Subchapter shall be paid within thirty (30) days. Otherwise, the costs shall be filed as a municipal lien against the offender’s property after thirty (30) days’ notice of the costs incurred has been mailed to the property owner of record or posted conspicuously on the property for the violator from whose property the condition was created.
Just a quick reminder, there will be no trash collection on Friday, December 25, 2020. If you are scheduled for trash pick-up this day, it will be collected on Monday, December 28.
Also, there will be no trash collection on Friday, January 1, 2021. If you are scheduled for trash pick-up this day, it will be collected on Monday, January 4.
Thank you.
SW Greensburg NEWSFLASH!!!! Santa is Coming To Town. Yes Boys and Girls, and even adults: Santa IS coming to our town. He has been very busy arranging all his visits around the world. He has chosen this Friday Night....Our Luminary Night to ride along our streets with the help of our Fire and Police Departments. Keep watch on this site and the SW Greensburg Civic Society Facebook page for Santa's "flight plan" once we get it. Help Santa find you by lighting up your holiday decorations and luminaries. If you missed purchasing luminaries they are still available for purchase. Contact the SW Greensburg Civic Society by emailing swgcivicsociety@gmail.com or calling 724 610 9745
Garbage pick-up will be suspended effective Wednesday, December 2 to Tuesday, December 8. Pick-up should resume Wednesday, December 9.
Also, the borough office will be closed for walk in service effective immediately. Please call 724.834.0360 or email swgreensburg@outlook.com for assistance. Payments can be mailed or left in door mail slot at 564 Stanton Street, Greensburg.
Thank you for your patience and understanding during these difficult times.
Luminary/Caroling Night Update
The Community Caroling event has been MOVED to The Church of the Brethren for this Friday December 6th. The Church is located at the corner of Stanton and Mace Streets. Please meet by 6:00 PM Meet in the Church Social Hall that can be reached from the alley entrance. If you are not aware, we will be RIDING through the neighborhood this year instead of walking. You may want to bring a warm blanket to keep you cozy. Please share this information with your friends and neighbors in case they miss the message. If you are not joining us but will be home be sure to turn on your lights and open your doors so you hear our joyful voices! Then stop in at the church hall and join the fun for the remainder of the evening.
The borough office will be closed November 26 and 27, 2020.
The office reopens Monday 11-30-20 8:00 am to 11:30 am
Just a quick reminder, there will be no trash collection on Thursday, November 26, 2020. If you are scheduled for trash pick-up this day, it will be collected on Friday, November 27. Thank you.
Just a quick reminder, there will be no trash collection on Wednesday, November 11, 2020. If you are scheduled for trash pick-up this day, it will be collected on Thursday, November 12. Thank you.
Donate a toy to children in need!
Bring a new and unwrapped toy to one of our borough collection locations:
Southwest Greensburg Borough Office
564 Stanton Street
Greensburg, PA 15601
Southwest Greensburg Fire Department
401 Guthrie Street
Greensburg, PA 15601
Donations will be accepted until December 9th
Brush, Bagged Leaf and Vacuum Leaf collection will occur Monday thru Friday (excluding Nov 11 and Nov 26) until December 1, 2020. Please call Borough Garage if you have any questions 724.837.5140.
Clerical Assistant
$10.00 per hour
Part time (15-20 hours week)
Duties include:
Receive customer payments, compile bank deposits, post payments
Filing, coping, scanning documents
Assist on projects
Other duties as assigned
Must be comfortable with Microsoft Office software
Experience with QuickBooks a plus
Please submit resumes via email to: jobs@swgreensburg.org
Or mail to: Southwest Greensburg Borough, 564 Stanton Street, Greensburg PA 15601
Part-Time Laborer – $11.00 per hour, 35 hours week
Southwest Greensburg Borough is seeking a part-time laborer for the Streets & Sanitation Department. Work schedule is Monday to Friday, 6:00 am to 1:00 pm. Responsibilities include garbage collection, buildings/grounds/streets maintenance and other duties as assigned. Driver’s License required. No experience necessary.
Please submit resumes via email to: jobs@swgreensburg.org
Or mail to: Southwest Greensburg Borough, 564 Stanton Street, Greensburg PA 15601
Just a quick reminder, there will be no trash collection on Monday, September 7, 2020. If you are scheduled for trash pick-up this day, it will be collected on Tuesday, September 8.
Part-Time Laborer – $11.00 per hour, 35 hours week
Southwest Greensburg Borough is seeking a part-time laborer for the Streets & Sanitation Department. Work schedule is Monday to Friday, 6:00 am to 1:00 pm. Responsibilities include garbage collection, buildings/grounds/streets maintenance and other duties as assigned. Driver’s License required. No experience necessary.
Please submit resumes via email to: jobs@swgreensburg.org
Or mail to: Southwest Greensburg Borough, 564 Stanton Street, Greensburg PA 15601
Zoning Hearing Board Opening
Post date: July 23, 2020
Southwest Greensburg Borough is seeking applications for an alternate member position on the Zoning Hearing Board. This position is to fill a departing Zoning Hearing Board member term that expires on December 31, 2022. Letters of interest can be submitted via email swgreensburg@outlook.com or mailing to the Borough office at 564 Stanton Street, Greensburg Pa 15601. Deadline to submit is Monday, August 10, 2020.
Alexander Street Paving
Residents of the 400 block of Alexander Street, please be advised road construction will begin tomorrow, Friday, July 24. Street parking will NOT be permitted between hours of 7:00 am and 7:00 pm. The project is expected to run up to and including Friday, July 31. Road work will not be performed on weekend.
SOUTHWEST GREENSBURG TAX OFFICE CLOSURE
Based on Governor Wolf’s latest COVID-19 mitigation guidance, the Southwest Greensburg Tax Office at 424 Brandon Street is closed until further notice.
Payments may be placed in the Tax Office mail slot or mailed to Corry H. Sheffler, Tax Collector, 424 Brandon Street, Greensburg, PA 15601. No cash payments will be accepted.
Please call 724-610-9150 if you have any questions or send an email to swgtaxcollector@gmail.com.
We hope we will return to normalcy before long!
SOUTHWEST GREENSBURG TAX OFFICE RELOCATION
The Southwest Greensburg Tax Office has relocated to the Southwest Greensburg Civic Society Office at 424 Brandon Street. Hours are 8:00 am – 1:00 pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays. The phone number for the office is 724-610-9150. The following are the office rules during the corona virus pandemic:
· Only one taxpayer at a time in the office.
· All taxpayers must wear masks and social distancing must be followed.
· No cash payments will be accepted. Payments must be made by check or money order.
Payments may be made at the Tax Office, placed in the Tax Office mail slot or mailed to Corry H. Sheffler, Tax Collector, 424 Brandon Street, Greensburg, PA 15601.
REMINDER TO SOUTHWEST GREENSBURG BOROUGH RESIDENTS
FIREWORKS IN THE BOROUGH
Just a reminder to all residents that discharging fireworks within the Borough is prohibited. Even though it is legal to purchase fireworks, it is illegal to discharge them within the Borough limits. Thank you for your cooperation and have a safe and happy 4th of July!
BOROUGH CURFEW FOR MINORS
The Borough Ordinance states:
It shall be unlawful for any person 17 or less years of age (under 18) to be or remain in or upon the streets within the Borough of Southwest Greensburg at night during the period ending at 6:00 a.m. and beginning:
A. At 10:00 p.m. for minors 11 or less years of age;
B. At 10:30 p.m. for minors 12 or 13 years of age; and
C. At 11:00 p.m. for minors 14 or more years of age
The complete Borough Curfew Ordinance can be found on the Southwest Greensburg Borough website.
Just a quick reminder, there will be no trash collection on Friday, July 3, 2020. If you are scheduled for trash pick-up this day, it will be collected on Monday, July 6. Thank you.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Date: June 22, 2020
Contact: Carol H. Palcic, Mayor
724-834-0360
chpalcic@msn.com
As the Fourth of July approaches, Southwest Greensburg law enforcement and public safety agencies want to remind residents that fireworks cannot be discharged within the Borough. All fireworks must be at least 150 feet away from an occupied structure, whether the residence is occupied at the time or not. As you can imagine, that greatly limits areas in the Borough where it would be permitted to set off fireworks. If you need to ask if they are permitted in a certain place, that means it’s too close to call and you should assume the answer is no.
Even though the law changed and it is now legal to purchase fireworks, consumers still need to follow the rules. Local leaders and law enforcement are encouraging consumers to exercise caution when using any fireworks in acceptable areas. According to House Bill 542, one must be at least 18 years old to purchase, possess and use consumer fireworks
We ask that you be considerate of your neighbors and refrain from the use of fireworks within the Borough. If it is determined that someone is violating the fireworks law or causing a potentially hazardous condition to other structures, they will be charged accordingly. The fire department is busy enough, they don’t need to be called to fires due to the irresponsible actions of others.
Thank you and have a safe and happy Fourth of July!
Southwest Greensburg Borough will be accepting application letters for a vacant Council member position. Applicants are required to have continuously resided in Southwest Greensburg Borough for one year prior to their appointment. Letters should be submitted to Southwest Greensburg Borough, 564 Stanton Street, Greensburg, PA 15601. The deadline for receiving application letters is Wednesday, June 3, 2020.
Just a quick reminder, there will be no trash collection on Monday, May 25, 2020. If you are scheduled for trash pick up this day, it will be collected on Tuesday, May 26. Thank you.
Please see the Resolution below regarding the extension of 2020 Real Property Tax payments. If you have any questions, please contact Southwest Greensburg Borough Tax Collector.
The Easter Bunny will be cruising around the Southwest Greensburg borough on Saturday from 3:00 to 5:00 pm. When you hear him coming, all children 10 and under come out to the porch and wave to him to receive a surprise. Look for and listen he is coming.
Just a quick reminder, there will be no trash collection on Friday, April 10, 2020. If you are scheduled for trash pick up this day, garbage will be collected on Monday, April 13. Thank you.
Due to the ongoing developments resulting from the corona virus and following the direction of the CDC and Governor Wolfe, Southwest Greensburg Borough Office will be closed until further notice.
Payments can still be made via US Postal Service and dropping off in borough office mail slot. Garbage bills can also be paid online.
We will continue to closely monitor all changes in the CDC, federal, state and local heath guidelines. Please continue to check our website and Facebook page for further updates.
New Borough Manager
Southwest Greensburg Borough welcomes Melinda Roberts as their new Borough Manager. Among other duties, Melinda will also be Borough Secretary/Treasurer. Melinda started working for Southwest Greensburg Borough on Monday, February 24th.
Borough Manager Opening
Applications are being accepted through January 31, 2020 for a Borough Manager position at Southwest Greensburg Borough. Candidates must have a bachelor’s degree in accounting or public administration and/or equivalent managerial experience preferably with a municipal government. Must have excellent oral and written communication skills as well as excellent PC skills, including the use of QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel/Word. Position is full time salaried exempt with additional duties as Borough Secretary and Treasurer. Must be able to be bonded. Applications and additional information is available at www.swgreensburg.org. Applications should be mailed to: Southwest Greensburg Borough, 564 Stanton St., Greensburg, PA 15601.
Borough Manager duties will include but are not limited to the following:
· Handle all accounts payable transactions.
· Handle all purchases.
· Bill annual and quarterly garbage bills.
· Handle bank deposits.
· Enter all customer payments.
· Handle human resources/benefits.
· Prepare Council meeting agenda and bills list.
· Attend and take minutes at all regularly scheduled Council meetings.
· Attend Council committee meetings if necessary.
· Maintain Borough website and social media sites.
· Coordinate all permit activities with responsible officials.
· Coordinate handling of all employee time cards.
· Handle all customer collection activities.
· Handle violation notices and attend hearings as necessary.
· Maintain Borough records
· File municipality required reports.
· Prepare monthly financial statements.
· Work with numerous auditors.
· Maintain Borough bank accounts and handle all account reconciliations.
· Handle cash management activities as necessary.
· Prepare and submit annual budgets.
· Serve as Open Records Officer
· Handle day to day Borough issues as necessary, including problems and complaints from Borough residents.
· Help Solicitor in drafting ordinances and resolutions.
· Handle legal and employment ads.
· Complete grant applications.
· Handle insurance claims.
· Be liaison with other Borough affiliated organizations.
Office Closed
The Southwest Greensburg Borough Office/Tax Office will be closed on Monday, January 13th and Tuesday, January 14th.
Holiday Hours
The Southwest Greensburg Borough Office/Tax Office will be closed on Tuesday, December 24 through Thursday, December 26 and also on Wednesday, January 1. The office will be open from 7:00 am – 11:00 am on Friday, December 27, Monday, December 30 and Tuesday, December 31.
The Streets & Sanitation Department will be closed on Wednesday, December 25 and Wednesday, January 1. Garbage pickup will resume on the following day.
Holiday greetings to everyone!
Thankful For Bob Warren's Service To Our Community
Southwest Greensburg Borough would like to thank Bob Warren for his many years of service on Borough Council. Bob attended his last Council meeting on December 11th. He will definitely be missed!
Zoning Hearing Board Openings
Southwest Greensburg Borough has the following openings on the Zoning Hearing Board: two year permanent member term, three year alternate member term, two year alternate member term. Interested individuals should submit an application letter at the Borough office at 564 Stanton Street or through an email to swgreensburg@gmail.com.
New Borough Secretary/Treasurer
Southwest Greensburg Borough welcomes Tammy Jo Bailey as the Borough's new Secretary/Treasurer, Tammy Jo will start on Thursday, January 2nd. Tammy Jo will replace Corry Sheffler who will be retiring at the end of February. We wish Tammy Jo much success in her new position!
Police Investigation
UPDATE: THE SOUTHWEST GREENSBURG POLICE DEPARTMENT HAS LOCATED THE VEHICLE INVOLVED IN THE HIT AND RUN INCIDENT ON DECEMBER 3RD. WE WISH TO THANK EVERYONE FOR THEIR HELP IN LOCATING THE VEHICLE.
The Southwest Greensburg Police Department is investigating an incident that occurred on the night of December 3rd. The incident involved an unresponsive male lying on the side of the roadway near the intersection on Sidney street and Westminster Street. Through an ongoing investigation it has been determined that the male may have been a victim of a hit and run. The Southwest Greensburg Police Department would like the public to be on the lookout for a Ford F-250 or 350 Super Duty with a cracked front grill and the “S” missing on the Super Duty logo. We are currently viewing nearby video to see if we can get a color of the vehicle. Anyone finding a Ford truck matching the description or any garages in the area who may be asked for repairs please get a description of the vehicle and registration and contact our department 724-834-8730 immediately.
Leaf Collection
The last day for leaf collection in Southwest Greensburg Borough will be Friday, December 13th.
Veteran's Day 2019
The Southwest Greensburg Borough Office/Tax Office and the Streets & Sanitation Department will be closed on Monday, November 11th for Veteran's Day. Garbage collection will resume on Tuesday, November 12th.
We are so thankful for our veterans who have served our great country.
Trick or Treating Update
Trick or treating is still being held from 6:00 - 8:00 pm on Thursday, October 31st.
Halloween Parade 2019
The Southwest Greensburg Volunteer Fire Department will hold their Halloween parade on Saturday, October 26th. Registration starts at noon at the front entrance to the Amos K. Hutchinson Elementary School. The parade will begin at 1:00 p.m.
Keep Vehicles Locked
Based on some recent incidents, residents in Southwest Greensburg Borough are urged to always keep their vehicles locked.
Trick or Treating
Trick or treating in Southwest Greensburg Borough will be held on Thursday, October 31st from 6:00 - 8:00 pm.
Southwest Greensburg Borough Office/Tax Office Hours
The Southwest Greensburg Borough Office/Tax Office hours for Tuesday, September 24 through Monday, September 30:
The office will be closed on Tuesday, September 24th.
The office will be open on Wednesday, September 25th through Friday, September 27th from 12:30 pm to 2:00 pm.
The office will be open on Monday, September 30th from 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm.
Payments may be placed in the secure Borough office mail slot.
New Council Member - Emily Shaffer, Esq.
A belated welcome to Emily Shaffer, Esq. who was sworn in as a new Southwest Greensburg Borough Council member at our August 14th Council meeting. Emily is Managing Attorney for the Blackburn Center. We're thankful Emily is willing to serve our community!
Labor Day
The Southwest Greensburg Borough Office/Tax Office and the Streets & Sanitation Department will be closed on Monday, September 2nd. Garbage collection will resume on Tuesday, September 3rd.
We hope everyone has a great Labor Day weekend!
Full-Time Laborer Opening
Southwest Greensburg Borough is seeking a full-time laborer for the Streets & Sanitation Department. A CDL license is required. Interested individuals should use the application in this post and submit it to Southwest Greensburg Borough, 564 Stanton Street, Greensburg, PA 15601.
Secretary/Treasurer Opening
Applications are being accepted through August 31, 2019 for a Secretary/Treasurer position at Southwest Greensburg Borough. Candidates should have municipal government work experience or a business related Associates degree. In addition, applicants should have excellent communication and PC skills, including the use of QuickBooks and Microsoft Excel/Word. The application below should be mailed to: Southwest Greensburg Borough, 564 Stanton St., Greensburg, PA 15601.
Secretary/Treasurer duties will include but are not limited to the following:
· Handle all accounts payable transactions.
· Handle all purchases.
· Bill annual and quarterly garbage bills.
· Handle bank deposits.
· Enter all customer payments.
· Handle human resources/benefits.
· Prepare Council meeting agenda and bills list.
· Attend and take minutes at all regularly scheduled Council meetings.
· Attend Council committee meetings if necessary.
· Maintain Borough website and social media sites.
· Coordinate all permit activities with responsible officials.
· Coordinate handling of all employee time cards.
· Handle all customer collection activities.
· Handle violation notices and attend hearings as necessary.
· Maintain Borough records
· File municipality required reports.
· Prepare monthly financial statements.
· Work with numerous auditors.
· Maintain Borough bank accounts and handle all account reconciliations.
· Handle cash management activities as necessary.
· Prepare and submit annual budgets.
· Serve as Open Records Officer
· Handle day to day Borough issues as necessary, including problems and complaints from Borough residents.
· Help Solicitor in drafting ordinances and resolutions.
· Handle legal and employment ads.
· Complete grant applications.
· Handle insurance claims.
· Be liaison with other Borough affiliated organizations.
Paving Work
Peter J. Caruso & Sons, Inc. will be doing paving work on the following streets in Southwest Greensburg Borough:
•400 - 500 blocks of Cribbs Street – Stanton Street to Foster Street
•600 block of Brandon Street – Cribbs Street to Sewickley Street
•600 block of Foster Street – Sewickley Street to Welty Street
•600 block of Guthrie Street – Welty Street to end of street past Sewickley Street intersection
•500 – 600 blocks of Weaver Street – Mace Street to Sewickley Street
Weather permitting, the above streets have been scheduled for paving on Friday, August 2nd through Tuesday, August 6th. No street parking will be permitted from 7:30 am to 5:00 pm during this time period. The streets will also be closed to through traffic. Should residents have any special needs or have deliveries scheduled, please contact the Caruso office at 412-462-4500.
Prior to the paving work, representatives from Caruso will knock on the doors of every house to give residents a chance to leave before work commences.
For residents that use off street parking in the alleys behind the 600 and 700 blocks of Sewickley and Welty Streets, they will need to have their vehicles removed before paving commences as there will be no exit on Foster Street, Guthrie Street or Weaver Street.
It is very important that you do not drive over the new surface for at least two hours after it has been installed.
The paving work involves a micro-surfacing operation involving an application of liquid asphalt and small stones and takes approximately one to two hours to cure. Again, no driving on the new surface will be permitted during this time.
For the first two days after installation of the new surface, please avoid sharp turns, quick stops and turning your wheels while motionless.
Thanks for your cooperation!
Office Closed
The Southwest Greensburg Borough Office/Tax Office will be closed until Monday, July 29th. Payments and other correspondence may be placed in the office door mail slot.
Borough Fourth of July Hours
The Southwest Greensburg Borough Office/Tax Office will be closed on Thursday, July 4th and Friday, July 5th. The Streets & Sanitation Department will be closed on Thursday, July 4th with garbage collection resuming on Friday, July 5th.
We hope everyone has a wonderful Fourth of July!
New Borough Office/Tax Office Hours
Effective July 1, 2019, the Southwest Greensburg Borough Office/Tax Office Hours will be as follows:
Monday 12:30 pm – 6:00 pm
Tuesday – Friday 12:30 pm – 4:00 pm
Payments may be placed in the office door slot.
Recreation Board Opening
Southwest Greensburg Borough will be accepting application letters for a position on the Southwest Greensburg Recreation Board. Letters will be accepted at the Borough office at 564 Stanton Street through June 30, 2019.
Memorial Day
The Southwest Greensburg Borough Office/Tax Office and the Streets & Sanitation Department will be closed on Monday, May 27th for Memorial Day. We are so thankful for those that gave up their lives protecting our freedoms. We hope everyone has a great Memorial Day weekend!
Garbage collection will resume on Tuesday, May 28th.
Borough Office/Tax Office Closed
The Borough Office/Tax Office will be closed until Saturday, May 18th.
2019 Easter Hours
The Southwest Greensburg Borough Office/Tax Office will be closed on Friday, April 19th and Saturday, April 20th and will reopen on Monday, April 22nd. Garbage and real estate tax payments may be placed in the office door slot.
The Streets & Sanitation Department will be closed on Friday, April 19th. Garbage for Friday and Monday pickup days will be collected on Monday, April 22nd.
We hope everyone has a great Easter weekend!
Part-Time Laborer Opening
Southwest Greensburg Borough is seeking a part-time laborer for the Streets & Sanitation Department. The laborer will work approximately 35 hours per week with hours of 6:00 am to 1:00 pm. Responsibilities include garbage collection, buildings, grounds and street maintenance and other duties as required. Interested individuals should stop at the Borough office at 564 Stanton Street, Greensburg, PA for an employment application. Applications are also available online at www.swgreensburg.org.
2019 Recreation Signups
The Southwest Greensburg Recreation Board is now accepting registrations for the 2019 baseball/t-ball/softball season. Registrations will be accepted for boys ages 5 - 14 and girls ages 5 - 18. The registration forms below may be used or registrations can also be made at Recreation Online Registrations.
Southwest Greensburg Borough Holiday Hours
The Borough Office/Tax Office will be closed until Wednesday, January 2nd. Please put garbage and tax payments through the mail slot in the door. Payments placed in the door slot before the office reopens on January 2nd will be considered timely filed for 2018. Payments postmarked by December 31, 2018 will also be accepted as timely filed. All payments need to be dated no later than December 31, 2018.
The Streets & Sanitation Department will be closed on Tuesday, December 25th. Garbage collection will resume on Wednesday, December 26th.
We hope you have a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
Laborers
Southwest Greensburg Borough is seeking laborers for the Streets & Sanitation Department. Applicants with a CDL license are preferred. Interested individuals should stop at the Borough office at 564 Stanton Street, Greensburg, PA for an employment application. Applications are also available online at www.swgreensburg.org.
Leaf Collection
The Southwest Greensburg Borough Streets & Sanitation Department will end leaf collection on Friday, December 7th.
Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19) Safety
workplace-school-and-home-guidance.pdf2020 Tentative Budget
At their regular meeting on November 13, 2019, Southwest Greensburg Borough Council approved for advertising the 2020 tentative budget below:
2020 tentative budget web.pdf
Bike Found
The bike pictured was recently found in front of the Southwest Greensburg Borough office. If this bike belongs to your family, please come to the Borough office at 564 Stanton Street.
Below is an update on the micro paving work in Southwest Greensburg Borough:
Peter J. Caruso & Sons, Inc. will begin mobilizing their equipment and cleaning streets on Friday, August 2nd. No parking is permitted on the affected streets from 7:30 am to 5:00 pm. Vehicles may park on the affected streets over the weekend beginning at 5:00 pm on Friday.
The paving work will be done on Monday, August 5th and Tuesday, August 6th. On these days, no parking is permitted on the affected streets from 7:30 am to 5:00 pm. For residents that use off street parking in the alleys behind the 600 and 700 odd numbered blocks of Sewickley Street and the 600 and 700 even numbered blocks of Welty Street, their vehicles will need to be removed before paving commences as there will be no exits to Foster Street, Guthrie Street and Foster Street. Please refer to the attached map for the affected streets and alleys.
Vehicles may drive over the newly paved surfaces two hours after the first paving coat is completed on Monday and after the second coat is completed on Tuesday.
Press Release - Use of Fireworks in Southwest Greensburg Borough.pdfFireworks in Southwest Greensburg Borough
A press release from Southwest Greensburg Borough Mayor Carol Palcic has been issued on the use of fireworks in Southwest Greensburg.
Volunteers Needed - Meals on Wheels
Tri-City Meals on Wheels is looking for volunteers. We are so fortunate to have them in Southwest Greensburg Borough.
