ATTENTION
As of July 1, 2009 PennDOT has closed the humpback bridge on Burnt House Road until further notice. Detour signs will be posted.
FALL CLEAN UP DAYS under "Upcoming Events"
PARK & REC ACTIVITIES
Golf Outing- July 25 at 1:30 p.m. at Mayapple Golf Club
More information under "Upcoming Events"
WALNUT BOTTOM ROAD REPAIRS
PennDOT will be performing roadway base replacement and shoulder repair operations on sections of Route 465 and Walnut Bottom Road, from Dickinson School Road to Brookwood Avenue in South Middleton Township. Work will be done weekdays between 8 a.m. and 8 p.m. The project is scheduled to be completed by the end of June.
OTHER PennDOT WORK
Paving on Route 174 between Route 465 and Burnthouse Road.
Paving on Pine Road in Dickinson and Penn Townships between Lebo Road/Huntsdale and Burnthouse Road.
NOTICE OF SR 465 (ALLEN ROAD) TRAFFIC RESTRICTIONS
Starting: April 6, 2009
Please be advised that SR 465 (Allen Road) from Walnut Bottom Road to
SR 011 (Ritner Hwy.) will have periodic lane closures. A minimum of one lane will be open to traffic in each direction at all times.
Construction will be completed approximately November 15, 2010.
New Web Tool Allows Pennsylvanians to Check Status of Property Tax/Rent Rebates
Eligible older adults and residents with disabilities can now check the status of Property Tax/Rent Rebate applications online at www.papropertytaxrelief.com
“Our commitment to property tax relief is unwavering, and this new Web tool enhances customer service for the older adults and people with disabilities who rely on these annual checks,” Governor Edward G. Rendell said, introducing the new tool in late April.
Six weeks after submitting a Property Tax/Rent Rebate application, the applicant may visit www.papropertytaxrelief.com and check the status of the rebate by entering his/her Social Security number, anticipated rebate amount and birth date. Applicants may use the Web site to confirm claim status, rebate amount and the date a rebate is expected to be mailed or direct-deposited. Rebate checks will begin being distributed to early applicants on July 1.
Through a similar automated phone service, Property Tax/Rent Rebate applicants can check rebate status by calling, toll-free, 1-888-PATAXES.
The new online tool to check rebate status has the potential to reduce administrative costs for the Revenue Department. The online service is maintained at a minimal cost, while each toll-free phone call from taxpayers costs the department about 3.1 cents in phone charges, plus costs associated with staffing.
The rebate program benefits eligible Pennsylvanians age 65 and older; widows and widowers age 50 and older; and people with disabilities age 18 and older. A 2006 program expansion increased the income limit from $15,000 to $35,000 (which excludes half of Social Security income) for homeowners and raises the maximum standard rebate for both homeowners and renters from $500 to $650. The income limit for renters is $15,000.
The program expansion also provided for supplemental property tax rebates of up to $325 – on top of the standard rebates – to homeowners in Philadelphia, Pittsburgh and Scranton and to those in other parts of the state who pay more than 15 percent of income on property taxes.
Property Tax/Rent Rebate claim forms (PA-1000) and information are available online at www.papropertytaxrelief.com and by calling 1-888-222-9190. Forms and assistance also are available at Department of Revenue district offices (listed in the government section of local telephone directories), local Area Agencies on Aging, senior centers and state legislators’ offices.
The deadline to apply for a rebate on property taxes or rent paid in 2008 is Dec. 31.
KEYS FOUND AT STUART PARK 4/21/09
Set of three keys in an "Illinois Conveyor" white plastic key chain. Keys are at the Township building.
2008 AUDIT REPORT
FLOOD PLAIN ORDINANCE
CD copies of the Comprehensive Plan are available at the Township building.
Information on the Gypsy Moth Suppression Program
2009 General Fund and Liquid Fuels budgets under 'About Us-Township Information'
Dickinson Township is looking for residents who are interested in serving on the Planning Commission, Park and Recreation Board, Municipal Authority, and Zoning Hearing Board. Please send a letter or email with your interest and a brief description of why you wish to serve the community.
