KEEPING HEALTHY WITH MILLCRE
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 you pay more than 15 % of income in property taxes.
HOMEOWNERS RECEIVE: |
|
Income |
|
Maximum Rebate |
$ 0 |
to |
$ 8,000 |
$ 650 |
$ 8,001 |
to |
$ 15,000 |
$ 500 |
$ 15,001 |
to |
$ 18,000 |
$ 300 |
$ 18,001 |
to |
$ 35,000 |
$ 250 |
RENTERS RECEIVE: |
|
Income |
|
Maximum Rebate |
$ 0 |
to |
$ 8,000 |
$ 650 |
$ 8,001 |
to |
$ 15,000 |
$ 500 |
The deadline to apply for a rebate is June 30, 2017 |
For more information or to see if you may qualify for this |
program, call Judy in Public Services at 814.833.1111 Ext. 329. |
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MILLCREEK TOWNSHIP NEWS
AARP DRIVER SAFETY PROGRAM
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: March 16 Refresher Course 9:00 a. m.-1:00 p. m. April 19 & 20 Two day course 9:00 a. m.-1:00 p. m. April 21 Refresher Course 9:00 a. m.-1:00 p. m.
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FREE INCOME TAX PREPARATION
The Millcreek Municipal Building will continue to be one of the many sites for AARP free income tax preparation again in 2017. We have expanded the tax service to two days this coming year.
The IRS sponsored TCE Program( Tax Counseling for the Elderly) along with AARP offer the tax preparation program for those with low to middle income( generally $ 49,000 and below) with special attention to those 60 years of age and older.
Tax preparation will be held every Monday and Friday at the Municipal Building beginning February 6, 2017 and continuing through April 14, 2017.
Items to bring for your appointment:
• Driver License or photo ID
• Social Security Number for filer and dependents
• All income documentation( example: W2’ s, 1099’ s, interest, Social Security statement))
• Paid property tax receipts
• Last years income tax return
Appointments are necessary. For more information or to schedule your appointment, contact Judy in the Public Service Department at 814.833.1111 Ext. 329.