Total Eclipse: April 8th…there will be a temporary Blackout…
The eclipse happens when the moon comes between the sun and the earth. This eclipse will start around 2:00 pm in the afternoon and we will have a full blackout around 3:15 pm for about 3 minutes. The event will be over around 4:15 pm. Do not attempt to watch it without special glasses. Your eyes can be damaged by looking at it while it slowly goes into or out of the blackout. These glasses are available at several area stores.
Expect traffic delays and congestion, particularly after the event. Go to: 511PA.com. for real-time traffic info.
PFOS Update:
We are continuing to design a treatment plant to remove PFOS and we are exploring funding for the project.
Tick Season Once Again:
Due to the mild winter, we expect tick population to be up this spring. Wear light colored clothing with long sleeves and pants legs. Check for ticks when you return from wooded or brushy areas. Permethrin sprayed on clothes does a great job of keeping ticks off. Be careful, ticks host several diseases including Limes Disease.
Brush & Leaves:
We will once again be picking up brush and leaves. Leaves must be dry and placed in clear bags. Brush must be cut no longer than 5 feet and be placed in neat piles for easy pickup. Place items next to the street – NOT on it.
Jordan Park: Closed at Night
Due to increase vandalism Jordan Park will be closed from Dusk to Dawn. Violators will be fined.
Parking overnight is by permission only, and the playground is limited to children 12 years old and under.
Lead & Copper …Federal & State Mandates– this is the Year:
Thank You to Everyone who responded to the Surveys.
George Washington Trail Sign:
The new sign recognizing George Washington traveling through our area, has been placed overlooking French Creek, near the South roundabout. It documents the history of our first President’s trip to Fort LeBoeuf.
New Ordinance and Proposed Ordinances:
•The Borough recently passed a new ordinance regulating “Food Trucks”. It can be viewed on our website.
●Council is also scheduled to vote on a new “Protection” ordinance, designed to protect property owners from trespassers, squatters and phroggers.
●Council is also scheduled to vote on changes to the “Yard Sales” ordinance to include “Flea Markets”
●Council is scheduled to vote on a change to the zoning ordinance to improve the setback requirements
in the B-1 (business) district to help promote expansion and new businesses.
Mailboxes: Reminder
-All mailboxes must be at least 12 inches from the edge of the street.
-All mailboxes must be kept in good repair and not leaning toward the street.
-Posts must have a reflector on both sides.
-Fine for non-compliance is $50 to $250
Sidewalks: Reminder
-Grass and weeds cannot accumulate in cracks or joints.
-There are regulations for length and width of the slope…check with the Office.
-Maximum alignment of ½ inch between sections and no gaps or cracks wider than one (1) inch.
-No driving over or parking on Borough Sidewalks.
-Fine for non-compliance is $50 to $250
Saegertown Volunteer Fire Dept.:
2024 CASH BASH – Will be held Saturday, June 1st, 2024, at the Crawford County Fairgrounds Dairy Tent.
Only 2,500 tickets will be sold this year, with $25,000 given away. There will be 107 prizes in all.
The Gates Open at 2:00 pm, with the First Prize Drawn at 3:00 pm. Tickets are available at the Boro Office.
News from your Saegertown Area Library:
National Library Week is April 7-13!
Celebrate by stopping in the Saegertown Area Library to check out what they have available!
For more info including hours and events, please check out the website http://saegertown.ccfls.org
– or find the Library on Facebook & Instagram!
Saegertown Heritage Society:
The Museum on Broad St. will open for the season on Saturday April 13th from 10:00 am until 2:00 pm.
Newsletters Available:
Spread the word…For those residents who do not receive the monthly newsletters in water bills (renters), they can pick up a copy at the Borough Office, or they are always posted on our website. www.saegertownpa.com
Safety Tip: Tornadoes and Violent Weather:
Be prepared for turbulent weather this spring. Pay close attention to weather watches and warnings.
If the fire siren blows for 3 one-minute blasts with one minute in between blasts, it signals a tornado or an emergency such as a flood or hazardous spill. Go indoors, close doors and windows, take shelter and listen to a fire monitor, NOAA weather alert radio, or local news media for instructions.
Be prepared for Nighttime Tornados:
-Have NOAA weather radio or fire monitor close by with battery back-up.
-Keep your cell phones charged and close by.
-Keep a charged flashlight handy.
-Have shoes and glasses nearby to put on during an emergency.
-Know where to go that is a safe place during a tornado.
Warnings vs. Watches:
–Watch: pay attention – conditions are right for a weather emergency (i.e. tornado, thunderstorm, flood)
–Warning: The emergency is imminent: Take shelter or action!
How to Safely Store Gasoline and Flammable Liquids:
-Use only approved containers
-Add stabilizer if storing for more than 30 days.
-Fill containers carefully, make sure cans are on the ground when filling.
-Remember that static electricity can ignite vapors.
-Keep sources of ignition and sparks away from gasoline containers.
-Use the correctly colored fuel cans:
–Red for Gasoline –Blue for Kerosene
–Yellow for Deisel –Green for Oil
Tax Collector:
Amanda Burlingame is the Tax Collector for Saegertown Borough.
Her phone number: 814-398-3988 … Her e-mail address is: saegertownboroughtax@hotmail.com
◊Payments can be made by mail to: Saegertown Tax Collector, PO Box 348, Saegertown, Pa. 16433
◊Payments can be dropped in the “Water” drop box, but NOT in the “Sewer” drop box.
◊Tax Office hours for Spring 2024 will be at the Borough Building on the following dates and times:
April: Wed. 17th and Wed. 24th from 6 – 7:00 pm
April: Saturday 27th from 10 – 11:00 am
June: Wed. 26th from 6 – 7:00 pm
◊ Remember the Borough Secretary cannot accept tax payments.
Regular Community Meetings:
Borough Council: meetings second Mon. of month, 6:00 pm at Saegertown Borough Building on Erie St.
Sewer Authority: meetings second Wed. of month, 6:00 pm at Saegertown Borough Building on Erie St.
