Cheswick property owners will see an increase in their garbage and sewer rates next year. Cheswick Council approved the borough’s 2024 budget, which holds the line on taxes but increases sewage and refuse rates. The budget totals nearly $2.77 million. About $1.55 million is allotted for the borough’s general fund,
A surprise was in store for a Cheswick councilman during a meeting Tuesday evening. Councilman Frank Meledandri was awarded the Pennsylvania State Association of Boroughs President’s Award for his 40 years serving the borough. The award recognizes individuals who have served in a position for a decade or more. Meledandri’s
After a two-year process, Cheswick will soon be merging its fire department with the Allegheny Valley Fire Department. The merger agreement is in the final stages of the process. After the state approves it, Cheswick officially will consolidate with Allegheny Valley, said Kevin Funkhouser, Allegheny Valley’s fire chief. He said
Cheswick officials are looking into what caused two excavators to be submerged up to their cabs in mud and water along the Allegheny River bank. Photos circulated throughout social media Saturday of at least two pieces of heavy machinery being used below the Norfolk Southern railroad tracks by Watercrest Way
Cheswick Borough property owners will not see an increase in taxes next year but will pay more for sewage. Cheswick officials unanimously voted 7-0 to approve the $2.2 million budget keeping the tax rate at 5.6 mills. The general fund is $1.9 million. Cheswick council member Brad Yaksich was absent