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 .

MILLCREEK TOWNSHIP NEWS

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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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 .