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GRAMS AND UPDATES HOMEOWNERS RECEIVE: Income Maximum Rebate $0 to $8,000 $8,001 to $15,000 $15,001 to $18,000 $18,001 to $35,000 RENTERS RECEIVE: 2018 THE PROPERTY TAX RENT REBATE HAS BEEN EXTENDED THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2019 The Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program is one of five programs supported by the Pennsylvania Lottery. The rebate program benefits eligible Pennsylvanians ages 65 or older; widows and widowers ages 50 and older; and people with disabilities ages 18 and older. The income limit is $35,000 per year for homeowners and $15,000 annually for renters. Half of Social Security income is excluded. Depending on income, rent, and tax costs, rebates can be as high as $650. Your rebate may even be higher if Income $650 $500 $300 $250 Maximum Rebate $0 to $8,000 $8,001 to $15,000 $650 $500 you pay more than 15% of income in property taxes. The deadline to apply for a rebate is December 31, 2019. For more information or to see if you may qualify for this program, call Public Services at 814.833.1111 Ext. 329. PA REDUCED AUTO REGISTRATION AARP DRIVER SAFETY PROGRAM ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS FOR THE $10.00 PROCESSING FEE If you are 50 years of age and older, you know that cars have changed as well as traffic regulations, driving conditions, and the roads we travel on every day. The AARP Driver Safety Program is hosted at the Millcreek Municipal Building monthly throughout the year. First-time attendees MUST attend an eight-hour, two-day course (4 hours each day). If you have previously attended the course, you are eligible to take a four-hour, one-day “refresher course.” The course is open to all Millcreek and non-Millcreek residents. In these classes, you will learn: • defensive driving techniques, new traffic laws and rules • how to deal with aggressive drivers • how to handle problem situations, such as right-of-way and blind spots • how to safely use anti-lock brakes, air bags and seat belts Best of all, those who complete the course can earn a discount on their auto insurance. (Please consult your insurance agent.) Cost for the program is $15 for AARP members and $20 for non-members. Registration is required. For any questions or to register for the course, call the Public Service Department at 814.833.1111. Upcoming classes will be held on: October 9 & 10 Two day course 9:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. October 11 Refresher Course 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. 1. You must be retired and receiving Social Security or other pension regardless of age. Part-time employment is permitted if you are retired from your principal occupation. If you receive only unemployment compensation or public assistance, or are a student or other individual who is not retired, you do not qualify. 2. Total gross income from all sources must not exceed $19,200. Other income includes Business/Rental Income, Wages, Public Assistance and Unemployment Compensation. 3. If only a husband or wife qualify, the vehicle must be titled and registered in that individual’s name or in both names jointly. If both husband and wife qualify, each may register one vehicle for the $10 processing fee. One or both vehicles may be titled and registered in both names jointly. NOTE: The applicant must be the principal driver of the vehicle unless physically or mentally incapable of driving. 4. Only one vehicle, (9,000 lbs. or less), per person may be registered for the $10 processing fee. Applications should be submitted when registering your vehicle and are available in the Public Service Department at the Millcreek Municipal Building. MILLCREEK ❘ FALL 2019 13