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WelcomeWelcome to Perkasie Borough. Perkasie is located in Bucks County, Pennsylvania and is situated approximately 30 miles north of Philadelphia, midway between Philadelphia and Allentown.
NewsConstruction Underway on Handicap Ramps & SidewalksBeginning Monday, July 26th, Trout Brothers, Inc. will begin work on installing handicap ramps at South 6th Street and West Market Street and North 6th Street and West Market Street. Work should be completed by July 30th. Ramps at West Walnut Street and South 7th Street and South 6th Street and Penn Street will begin on August 2nd and should be completed by August 9th. All start and completion dates are weather permitting. All scheduled work on Borough sidewalks will be completed following the completion of the handicap ramps. This year's handicap ramps were funded through grant money from the Bucks County Department of Community & Business Development's Community Block Development grant program. Through the grant program, the Borough qualified for $66,800 to complete the ramp replacement project. If you have any questions, please feel welcome to contact our Public Works Department at (215) 257-5065. Borough Institutes Annual Trash FeeOne month after seeing the results of a comprehensive review and analysis of the current Borough trash and recycling program, Borough Council voted unanimously in favor of three changes to the program to encourage compliance and plug the $119,000 budget gap. Please click here for more information. Menlo Aquatic Center Open!The beginning of another summer is just around the corner. With beautiful weather in the forecast, the Menlo Aquatics Center is open full-time! Not a member yet? Click here for more information on membership options, hours of operation, and all of the "happenings" at the cool place to be this summer! Discount Amusement Park Tickets Now AvailableDiscount theme park tickets are available at Perkasie Borough Hall from May through August each year for many local and out of state recreational facilities. The savings is significant on many of the tickets offered. Check discount prices here from April through August. Please click here. With each ticket sold, Perkasie Borough Parks and Recreation earns 50˘ or more toward local parks and recreation projects. When purchasing your tickets at the Borough office you will save money while supporting your community. Yard Waste Drop-Off Dates AnnouncedOn Saturday, August 7, 2010, the Borough will be accepting yard waste for drop-off and continue on the first Saturday of each month for the rest of the year. Please click here for the hours of operation and traffic changes. Borough Council Announces Perkasie Pride RecipientsThe "Perkasie Pride Award" was established by the Mayor and Borough Council to recognize up to five properties within the Borough that have made a significant contribution to beautifying the town. Please click here to view a list of the recipients. 2010 County Household Hazardous Waste Collection DatesHousehold products containing toxic chemicals, like pesticides, oil based paints, solvents, cleaning products, weed killers and automotive batteries can be a threat to people and the environment if improperly discarded. Never throw these materials into the trash, as the toxic chemicals may harm sanitation workers, or result in fires in collection vehicles. It is also not safe to pour them into a sink or storm drain as they can end up in the environment polluting the air, water, or soil. The County of Bucks sponsors Household Hazardous Waste Days each year that include recycling of computers. As a resident of Bucks County, you may participate in any of the days listed. For more information and a list of the dates and locations, please click here. View the Trash & Recycling Presentation Online!The Borough of Perkasie has provided trash collection service for its residents for as long as most people can remember. And with the current “Pay-As-You-Throw” (PAYT) program hitting the 21-year mark, Borough officials decided to hold a public meeting to gather comments on the current program and future of trash and recycling in the Borough. For more information, please click here. Hanging Laundry is Not Illegal in PerkasieOpting to let your clothes dry in the sun and not a household dryer is not illegal in Perkasie. The going-green initiative has been embraced by Perkasie, and the Borough has used the municipal Web site, quarterly newsletter, and several other mediums to pass along many energy-saving tips to community members to help residents decrease their electric bill. Please click here for more information. Customer Generated ElectricDuring the month of August, Perkasie Borough took a big step forward in establishing and adopting technical and administrative requirements for customer owned generation. With these regulations in place, there is now a formal process for residents to follow who wish to generate their own electric. Click here for more information! Perkasie Reminds Residents to Follow the RulesThe Borough of Perkasie has seen a significant rise in the cost associated with the pick up and disposal of trash and bulky items. In order to close the gap, Public Works crews will be attempting to provide accurate and timely information to the residents of Perkasie Borough concerning the rules and regulations dealing with trash collection and the ‘pay as you throw’ program. Click here for more! With Spring in full bloom, there have been many questions concerning grass clippings. Please refer to the section on grass clippings in the Borough trash program rules and regulations for more information on disposing of grass clippings. Emergency Preparedness for People with Special NeedsLessons learned from past disaster tell us it is never to early to prepare. Advanced planning and preparedness is especially important for people with special needs, which is defined as those individuals who cannot receive, understand or act upon emergency protective orders. During a natural or manmade disaster that requires evacuation, it is important that everyone be prepared to evacuate him or herself to the greatest extent possible. However, there will be those who must rely on emergency responders despite their individual preparedness efforts. In those instances, emergency responders must be able to rapidly identify the location, accessibility issues and mobility requirements. Click here for more! Borough Wins State Web Site AwardThe Borough of Perkasie won second place in the 2009 Municipal Web Site Contest hosted by the Pennsylvania State Association of Boroughs (PSAB)! All entries were evaluated by the PSAB leadership and effective local government leaders. The Borough won the award in the 7,500 and over population category. The content was evaluated based on proper coverage of Borough functions and activities of different departments in a way that is easily understood by residents. Clarity and effectiveness was also highlighted, stressing the importance of providing citizens with information that allows them to better understand local government and its function. The layout and design was also evaluated, ensuring that the website encourages residents to read and use the site as a resource. Click here to view the award! Volunteers Needed for Borough BoardsPerkasie Borough Council is seeking to fill an opening on one of its volunteer boards. PROPERTY MAINTENANCE CODE BOARD OF APPEALSFor more information, please click here. Saving Energy In Your Home and BusinessMore than ever, Americans across the nation are taking a hard look at the cost of electric. With rate increases fast approaching, families and businesses are beginning to seek ways to cut usage. And as fuel costs continue to rise, it’s making headlines in the news. Click here for more information on residential energy-saving tips. Click here for more information on energy-saving tips for businesses. Upcoming Events
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