Community Announcements


FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 28, 2025

CRAFTON BOROUGH COUNCIL CALLS FOR URGENT STATE FUNDING TO PREVENT DEVASTATING TRANSIT CUTS

CRAFTON, PA — The Crafton Borough Council has officially adopted Resolution No. 2025-08, urging Pennsylvania state legislators and the Governor to provide critical funding for Pittsburgh Regional Transit (PRT) to prevent massive service reductions scheduled for February 2026.

Without an additional $117 million in state funding beginning in FY2026, PRT faces implementing a 35% service cut that would eliminate 40 bus routes including the Silver Line, reduce service on 53 bus routes and the Red Line, end all service after 11 p.m., and eliminate transit access to 19 municipalities and three Pittsburgh neighborhoods.

"Pittsburgh Regional Transit drives economic activity across the metro,” said Kirsten Compitello, Crafton Borough Councilperson. “If services decline at PRT, the region will follow. Crafton stands to lose multiple routes that serve our Borough.”

The resolution highlights the potential impact on ACCESS paratransit services, which faces a 62% reduction in service area and a 20% fare increase without additional funding.

Crafton Borough has directed copies of the resolution to be sent to the Governor, state legislators representing the area, and PRT leadership. The Borough encourages residents to contact state officials regarding the importance of sustainable transit funding.

First Responder Commendation

On February 13, 2025, the Crafton Borough Mayor, Council and Community held a brief ceremony, in the Council Chambers, thanking our Volunteer Fire Department, Police Department, and other first responders for their dedication to our community and specifically for their bravery and perseverance in the face of the extreme conditions they faced fighting the recent residential fire on Elmwood in the early morning hours of January 20, 2025.



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Crafton Recreation Board Presents…

As we head into the end of the year, the Crafton Recreation Board would like to hear from YOU about what you're looking for in community events in 2025!

Complete our feedback survey HERE!

Get Help Applying for Rent or Property Tax Rebates

Senator Wayne Fontana wants to remind eligible individuals that his office can assist in filing for a rebate through the 2022 Pennsylvania Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program. Applications are available online at www.revenue.pa.gov or by calling 1-888-222-9190.

Filers have the ability to apply for the property tax/rent rebate online using the Department of Revenue’s myPath system. Filing online leads to fast processing, easy direct deposit options and automatic calculators that will help you apply for your rebate.

For more information click here.

Annual Tax & Trash Payment Deadlines

Borough Trash Fee Payment Dates

  • Discount Period - February 28, 2025

  • Face Value Period - March 31, 2025

Borough Real Estate Tax Payment Dates

  • Discount Period - April 30, 2025

  • Face Value Period - June 30, 2025

Carlynton School District Tax Payment Dates

  • Discount Period - August 31, 2025

  • Face Value Period - October 31, 2025

Earned Income Tax Filing & Payments

  • April 15th, 2025