Garbage Collection Discounts
Peters Township senior citizens, age 65 and over, are eligible for a
10% discount on garbage service. Residents can receive a discount
by simply providing a photo ID that includes your date of birth and
current address. You can stop by the Municipal Building to register,
fax your photo ID to 724.942.5022, or e-mail it to Tom Gromek, Project
Coordinator at [email protected] with a subject title of
Senior Garbage Discount.
In addition, there is an additional income-based discount for
residents who meet both criteria listed below.
• Senior Citizens (65 and over) OR
• Widows or Widowers aged 50 or over OR
• Disabled
AND
• Have an Annual Income Below
$35,000
To find out more or to obtain an
application form, call the Peters Township
Municipal Office at 724.941.4180.
PETERS TOWNSHIP
ARROWHEAD TRAIL &
MONTOUR TRAIL
The Peters Township Arrowhead Trail and Montour Trail offers 7.8 miles of
paved and unpaved trails for a wide diversity of users. Because there are many
benefits that the trail offers to its users, it has become more widely visited. We
would like to encourage everyone to become familiar with and follow the trail
rules and etiquette to ensure a safe and enjoyable time for all.
ANIMAL REGULATIONS
Just a friendly reminder…
Rules and regulations exist for the safety and enjoyment of all park users.
It is required by Township Ordinance (No. 358, June 23, 1986 and No. 553
February 23, 1998) that all animals must be leashed while on any park
area, including trails. It is also the responsibility and required by Township
Ordinance (No. 617, June 10, 2002) for anyone in control of an animal to
properly remove animal waste and dispose of the waste in a suitable and
sanitary manner by utilizing the many trash receptacle there are located
throughout the parks and along the trail for your convenience.
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PETERS TOWNSHIP
Peters Township
Recognized Employees
for Years of Service
Thirteen employees will reach a service year
milestone in 2020. Peters Township would
like to recognize these individuals for their
dedication and service to our community.
Evan Caruso (Police) - 10 Years
Jay McCoy (Public Works) - 10 Years
Tom Gromek (Administration) - 10 Years
James Bandi (Public Works) – 15 Years
David Holovack (Fire) – 15 Years
Gail Rodgers (Administration) – 15 Years
John Bruce (Police) – 20 Years
Wendy Klima (Administration) – 20 Years
Mark Madey (Police) – 20 Years
Matthew Collins (Police) – 25 Years
Edward Zuk (Planning) – 30 Years
Thomas Shearer (Public Works) – 35 Years
Kevin Cushey (Public Works) – 40 Years
TRAIL RULES
• No motorized vehicles except for use by individual
with mobility disabilities
• Wheelchairs as defined by the Department of
Justice are permitted
• No wider than 36”
• Cannot travel faster than 15 mph under its own
power on a level surface
• Other power driven mobility devices powered by
internal combustion engines may NOT be used
• Please keep a clean area- - Pack out trash
• Slower users use right side of path
• Watch speed- - especially at entrance/exit points
• Animals must be leashed; horses prohibited
• Clean up after you pet
• Enter/exit the trail at designated access areas
• All must yield to maintenance or emergency vehicles
• The trail is open daily from dawn until sunset
• Alcohol is prohibited
TRAIL ETIQUETTE
• Be friendly and courteous to others
• Watch out for other trail users
• Respect the rights of the property owners
• Give audible warning when passing other trail users
• Ride at a safe, controllable speed
• Travel in a consistent, predictable manner
• Check behind you before you change position on
the trail
• Slow down and form a single file line in congested
areas or other hazardous conditions
• Observe trail rules and signs
• Report illegal activities to the Police Department
• Do not disturb plants or animals
• Helmets and safety equipment are recommended
• Use caution when using headphone; you may not be
able to hear people trying to warn you