Community Announcements

COUNCIL VACANCY - APPLICATIONS DUE 3/23/2025 BY 4PM

The Borough of Crafton is seeking applicants to fill a vacancy on Borough Council. Applicants must fill out the application online no later than 4:00 PM, Sunday, March 23, 2025. All applicants must be available to attend the Borough Council meeting on Thursday, March 27, 2025, at 7:00 PM. Candidates will have a maximum of five (5) minutes to make a brief statement regarding their qualifications to the Members of Borough Council and the Mayor. The applicant selected will serve as a Member of Borough Council until December 31, 2025. All applicants must be a registered voter, a Borough resident for at least one year prior to the date of appointment (which could be as early as March 27, 2025) and not have any felony convictions.

Complete the application here: https://craftonborough.wufoo.com/forms/xqwr71h1bt2kab/


First Responder Commendation

On February 13, 2025, the Crafton Borough Mayor, Council and Community held a brief ceremony, in the Council Chambers, thanking our Volunteer Fire Department, Police Department, and other first responders for their dedication to our community and specifically for their bravery and perseverance in the face of the extreme conditions they faced fighting the recent residential fire on Elmwood in the early morning hours of January 20, 2025.

A message from the Planning Commission Chairman;

In the last Crafton Planning Commission meeting, we examined a presentation on zoning conformity. The topic surfaced in response to community member concerns about how to help a particular neighborhood in our community (Thomas Street). We examined a thorough presentation from staff on conformance and what options might exist. This was an educational session. And while there was no inclination from the Planning Commission members to pursue this further, we took no action as we wanted to hear public feedback.

Please join us at the next Planning Commission meeting, we welcome your thoughts and feedback, respectfully.

Eric Valcheff – Planning Commission Chairman

Join us at the next Planning Commission meeting on Tuesday, March 25, 2025, at 6:30 PM, in the Council Chambers of the Community Center, 140 Bradford Avenue, 2nd Floor, Pittsburgh, PA 15205, or via zoom at https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_iLKUVJjcQu6qFypo9FJ6uA.

Public Meeting Notice - Zoning Code Update

Join us on Wednesday, April 2nd at 6:00 PM at the Crafton Community Center for an important public meeting about our town's new zoning code. A professional facilitator will guide the discussion to ensure all voices are heard.
This is your opportunity to learn about proposed changes, ask questions, and share your input on decisions that will shape the future of our community.
All Crafton residents, property owners. and business owners are welcome to attend. Your participation matters!

Information & Documents

For more information on how to attend meetings and discussions please CLICK HERE

Crafton Recreation Board Presents…

As we head into the end of the year, the Crafton Recreation Board would like to hear from YOU about what you're looking for in community events in 2025!

Complete our feedback survey HERE!

Get Help Applying for Rent or Property Tax Rebates

Senator Wayne Fontana wants to remind eligible individuals that his office can assist in filing for a rebate through the 2022 Pennsylvania Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program. Applications are available online at www.revenue.pa.gov or by calling 1-888-222-9190.

Filers have the ability to apply for the property tax/rent rebate online using the Department of Revenue’s myPath system. Filing online leads to fast processing, easy direct deposit options and automatic calculators that will help you apply for your rebate.

For more information click here.

Annual Tax & Trash Payment Deadlines

Borough Trash Fee Payment Dates

  • Discount Period - February 28, 2025

  • Face Value Period - March 31, 2025

Borough Real Estate Tax Payment Dates

  • Discount Period - April 30, 2025

  • Face Value Period - June 30, 2025

Carlynton School District Tax Payment Dates

  • Discount Period - August 31, 2025

  • Face Value Period - October 31, 2025

Earned Income Tax Filing & Payments

  • April 15th, 2025