IN Brentwood-Baldwin-Whitehall Spring 2016

Council Considering Alterations to Parking Regulations C ITBR Y OEFNT MC WOOD KE ES POR BORTOU NEGH WSN E WS cKeespor t rentwood Ordinance Amendments Outline Refuse Billing Procedures Due the implementation of revised billing policies by Republic Services, the contracted residential refuse hauler, it is necessary for Brentwood Borough to update its solid waste ordinance. As of 2015, this firm no longer collects delinquent balances; Brentwood has assumed responsibility for ensuring that amounts that are in excess of 90 days past due are promptly satisfied. Beginning May 1, 2016, the Borough clerical staff will be issuing notices of delinquency. These notices will require any outstanding balance to be paid in full within 14 days of receipt. Such balances will additionally be subject to a late penalty in the amount of $10. Failure to make such payment will result in the issuance of a citation with the District Magistrate. Because unpaid solid waste balances are subject to a lien of the associated property, all notices of delinquency will be issued directly to the owner of the parcel. If you believe that there is an outstanding balance associated with your refuse account, please contact Lori at 412-884-1500 x115. At its March meeting, it is anticipated that Council will also consider several other important alterations. New dumpster permit regulations will be implemented to prevent these containers from becoming hazards to vehicles or nuisances to neighboring residents. Property owners will be prohibited from storing unsightly containers in front of their dwellings. Additionally, the ordinance will restrict the placement of plastic bags and other disposal trash containers in any exterior premises. A final major change is designed to address complaints regarding the placement of waste at commercial sites; with limited exceptions, business owners will be required to store trash in a dumpster rather than reusable residential containers. 66 Brentwood-Baldwin-Whitehall A combination of narrow lots and steep topography has long served to limit the availability of parking in Brentwood Borough. Although the federal government estimates that the average American household now owns two vehicles, many of the structures in our community were constructed during an area in which the vast majority of families owned at most a single automobile. After thoroughly reviewing the municipality’s existing parking ordinance, Borough Council has devised a preliminary plan that should ease competition for on-street stalls. The Borough acknowledges that it will be impossible to satisfy the concerns of all residents when addressing this contentious issue. However, the revised ordinance provides a framework for the equitable allotment of valuable spaces through the following proposed changes: • Vehicles with expired inspection or registration tags will be prohibited from placement in any location in the Borough, except for an enclosed garage. • Residential property owners will be unequivocally required to use an available driveway at al l times. • Commercial vehicle owners will be required to park in a rear driveway. If such requirement cannot be met, permits will be available for storage in a front driveway. Permits for parking on a street will be conditional and issued only in a case of last resort. • Vehicles will not be permitted to be parked on any street in excess of 36 consecutive hours. • Autos will be prohibited from parking on any street between 6PM and 2PM without a valid permit. A maximum of two permits will be issued per household; however, no permits shall be issued if there is sufficient room to store all vehicles in a private driveway. • Each household will be afforded the opportunity to apply for a transferable guest permit. • To prevent employees of Borough businesses from parking in metered stalls, a commercial parking permit system will be implemented. On such designated blocks, only residents and the holders of business parking permits will be entitled to use on-street stalls between 6AM and 6PM. Brentwood Food Pantry The Brentwood Presbyterian Church Food Pantry is a non-profit organization supported by donations and volunteers willing to assist Brentwood residents in need. The Brentwood Food Pantry is open every 3rd Saturday of the month distributing food, paper products, cleaning and hygiene products to over 100 Brentwood families. Brentwood residents must register in advance through the Brentwood Presbyterian Church; to apply call 412-881-9334 or 412-8826035. The pantry also distributes food on an emergency basis to the residents throughout the month. An affiliate of the Greater Pittsburgh Food Bank, the Food Pantry purchases between one (1) and three (3) ton of food every month at a cost that exceeds $1,000. A truck must be rented to transport the food to the Food Bank; there are the monthly utilities such as, the phone system, electric, heat, trash and additional expenses the Food Pantry incurs. This volunteer organization is equipped with hard-working individuals receiving no compensation for their time. Volunteers are always welcome to assist in this on-going project to assist the residents. The Brentwood Presbyterian Church Food Pantry, located at 3725 Brownsville Road, Pittsburgh, PA 15227, offers food to Brentwood residents only! On behalf of the Brentwood Community Food Pantry, we take this opportunity to thank all the individuals that volunteer their time and service; however, it is important that we continue to ask for volunteers and donations for this worthy cause. The Brentwood Food Pantry opened 32 years ago with 40 families receiving assistance. Every year the need grows larger and the cost continues to escalate. Your non-perishable items are greatly needed; please call 412-882-6035 to volunteer or to donate items. Again, thank you for your assistance as it is greatly appreciated as we continue to take care of our own in Brentwood!

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