Welcome to the Borough of Patterson Heights
About Us
Check Out Patterson Heights As We Celebrate the 120th Anniversary of Our Founding This Year!
Patterson Heights is a small community in Beaver County, Pennsylvania. We are almost completely residential, yet close to schools, churches, and shopping. We have our own park, with a playground and an all-weather basketball court. Some of our residents publish a community newsletter, "A View from the Heights," so we can keep up with the latest local news. Our residents and their pets love to walk, jog, or ride their bikes on our quiet streets.
We are located near I-376, which connects us with Pittsburgh (only 31 miles, often just a 45-minute drive) and New Castle. The Turnpike can take us to Youngstown, Ohio, and points east as far as Harrisburg and Philadelphia.
I-376 can also take us past the new Shell ethane cracker plant, only about 10 miles away. It's interesting to see the plant get larger every time you drive by.
Whether you're relocating, or would just like to visit a beautiful little town with tree-lined streets and friendly people, be sure to check out Patterson Heights. And if you have any questions, email us at the address shown below.
Borough Government Working for You
Mayor - Ron Tyger (724) 622-6282
Council President - Bill Starn (724) 630-1707
Council Vice-President - Jim Turnbull (724) 494-3306
Council Member - Bryan Landman (724) 494-1024
Council Member - Fran Levinger (724) 513-8085
Council Member - Sue Pokego (724) 971-4942
Council Member - Andy Briggs
Council Member - Andrew Why (724) 581-4566
Solicitor - Frank Paganie
Tax Collector - Nadine Galbreath (724) 494-1846
Secretary/Treasurer - Jack Doyle (724) 462-0923
Zoning Officer - Vacant
Zoning Board Chair - Tony Sadaka
Zoning Board Member - Ruthanne Bentley
Zoning Board Member - Rosemary Bellan
Auditor - Dave Hurley
Auditor - Martha Pietsch
Auditor - Sandy O'Shea
Vacancy Board Chair - Caren Turnbull
Code Enforcement - Dawna Pella (724) 494-4207
Police Chief - Dave Stanislawski non-emergency number (724) 775-0883
Fire Chief - Jason Medlin
Emergency Management Coordinator - Bryan Landman (724) 494-1024
District Magistrate - Dirk Goodwald (724) 770-2002
Open Records Officer - Jack Doyle (724) 846-0677
The Borough
Patterson Heights was incorporated on June 19, 1899, and is one of the smallest municipalities in Beaver County. When incorporated, Patterson Heights had 27 residents. As of 2010, there were 636 residents living in the 268 homes in Patterson Heights. Part of the old Beaver Valley Country Club, now the Beaver Valley Golf Club, lies within the boundaries of Patterson Heights.
The first business in Patterson Heights was a general store owned and operated by Rosser Prosser.
The Patterson Heights Street Railway Company operated the Patterson Heights Incline beginning in 1895, which connected residents with lower Beaver Falls. The lower station was located at the factory of Penn Bridge Works, the area now known as Bridge Street.
Alum Rocks, located overlooking Beaver Falls and the Beaver River, has been the site of discovery for many Native American artifacts that have taught us a lot about the Indians that once resided here.
The Patterson Heights Volunteer Fire Department incorporated on November 4, 1903, making it the first incorporated fire department in Beaver County.
Patterson Heights does not have its own police department. Patterson Township Police serve and protect in Patterson Heights.
Patterson Heights is part of the Blackhawk School District.
From the Beaver County Historical Research & Landmarks Foundation
Announcements and upcomong events
Yard Waste Pickup (Including Leaves)
You have probably seen that Bryan is once again collecting bags of yard waste. Barring any more snowstorms this year, he will continue this service into the fall. As we said previously, at this time of the year, leaves will be picked up, but only if they are placed in paper bags. While sticks, twigs, and branches can be bundled and tied (maximum four-feet long, each bundle small enough to handle), all other waste, including leaves, must be placed in bags.
DO NOT put your leaves in the street, as you do in autumn.
Some tips: You can put any kind of plant material, such as twigs, branches, weeds, leaves, grass) into the brown bags, but nothing else. This means no metal, plastic, plastic grocery bags, and especially glass. Unfortunately, all these items were found in bags last year, the glass causing severe cuts to Bryan's arm!
Finally, a bag packed full with grass is either going to be too heavy to lift into the truck, or moisture in the grass will make the bottom fall out of the bag. Yard waste pickup is a valuable service provided by the Borough. Please help by using common sense.
2018 Recycling Results
On our 2018 Recycling Report we were able to report collections of 26.4 tons of mixed recyclables (Valley Waste), 9.04 tons of corrugated cardboard, 2.36 tons of mixed paper, 87.33 tons of yard waste, and 53.33 tons of leaves.
Unfortunately, we still see lots of cardboard left out for the trash on Monday mornings!
Bring your cardboard down to the collection bin behind the Municipal Building. Why? See the item below about the Leaf Machine.
Patterson Heights Fireman's Ladies' Auxiliary
The Ladies' Auxiliary organizes programs, fundraisers, and other activities for the benefit of the residents and fire fighters of Patterson Heights. The Auxiliary meets the first Tuesday of the month at 7 p.m. in the Borough Building. The next meeting is scheduled for May 7th. The Auxiliary welcomes all guests, and would love to have you as a member. Contact Fran Levinger or Sue Pokego (numbers listed above) for more information.
Some Attaboys
At our March Council Meeting, John Marzano presented the Council with a generous donation to be used for this year's Community Day on August 3rd. John is the gentleman building the new house at the corner of 4th Street and 9th Avenue.
At our April meeting, District Attorney Dave Lozier presented Council with a photograph of the Patterson Heights Volunteer Fire Department which was taken pre-World War I. The photograph was given by Jack Erath, a former resident of Patterson Heights.
New Member of Council
At the Council Meeting of March 20, the Council, with deep regret, accepted the resignation of Tim Weisenburger. They then appointed Andrew Briggs to fill the term until the end of the year. We wish all the best to both gentlemen.
Patterson Heights Special Needs List
If you have a family member with mental or physical challenges, we can alert the Police Department, Fire Department, and County Emergency Management team by means of a list maintained in the Borough Office.
If you have any questions, or would like to have someone added to the list, give us a call or send us an email.
IMPORTANT
All residents should have recently received a pamphlet with current emergency preparedness information. If you are living with a person who has special needs, please complete and return the Special Needs Card enclosed in the pamphlet.
New Soliciting Ordinance for Patterson Heights
The Borough Council has approved Ordinance 281, which regulates soliciting in Patterson Heights. This ordinance DOES NOT affect soliciting by minors (Girl Scouts, Little League, school fundraisers). Solicitors MUST have a Borough-issued ID, plus another photo ID. If you see anyone soliciting without having first registered with the Borough, you are encouraged to contact the police.
IMPORTANT:
If you do not want solicitors coming to your house at all, the Borough will add your address to a "Do Not Knock" list. If you would like to be added to the list, contact the Borough Office by calling (724-846-0677), or by completing a Get In Touch form found at the bottom of this page.
We STILL Need a New Leaf Machine!
Since nobody offered to purchase a new leaf vacuum for the Borough, Council decided to apply for a grant through the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection. If the full amount requested is given to Patterson Heights, we will be able to purchase a new machine, and make some other improvements to our recycling program. Being able to demonstrate the Borough's commitment to recycling (leaves, yard waste, paper, and cardboard) was critical in justifying our need for the grant money.
The good news is that our recycling program is off to a great start, and has been effective with limited resources. The bad news is that we won't find out about grant awards until late this year, and won't receive any money until the end of the year. Even if we are successful, we need to get one more year out of the old leaf vac!
Keep on separating your recyclables, and, by all means, bring your paper and cardboard to the boxes behind the Borough Building!
Do I Need a Building or Zoning Permit?
If you are adding or making changes to the structures on your property, you may need a zoning permit, a building permit, or both. This includes adding a deck, an addition, a larger porch, a garage, or a fence. If you have any questions call the Borough Office at (724) 846-0677, or send us an email. By the way, your contractor is not always your best source for information about Patterson Heights zoning regulations.
Little Free Library
Stop by 498 Fourth Street, and check out the Little Free Library. Take a book/leave a book. This is truly one of gems of our community. The LFL librarians are always adding new books that are donated by Patterson Heights residents.
Our Newest Ordinance
Ordinance #282 was passed by Council at the December meeting, and sets the 2019 tax rate at 24 mills, unchanged from 2018.
Upcoming Council Meetings
Wednesday, May 15, 7 p.m.
Wednesday, June 19, 7 p.m.
Council meetings are held in the Borough Building on the third Wednesday of each month at 7 p.m. Your attendance and participation are encouraged! Come and see your local government at work.
Is Your Street Light Out?
Not surprisingly, Duquesne Light does not monitor our street lights to make sure they stay in working condition. It is up to us to alert them to the need for repair.
You can do this yourself, if you like, by calling Duquesne Light at 888-393-7100, or by contacting the borough office. If you call Duquesne Light they will want to know the location of the light, and the number(s) on the pole. Some poles have as many as three numbers, some only have one.
The Historical Committee Is in Business!
The Patterson Heights Historical Committee, comprised of Phyllis Aluseo and Carol Wagner, has placed a number of items in a case in the corner of the meeting room of the Borough Building. Patterson Heights has been here since 1899, and has a rich history.
Stop by the Borough Office (open most weekdays between 10 and 2, or whenever a white Honda CR-V is in the lot) to take a look. Hopefully, the case will be accessible on election days, and during other gatherings. Anyone having Patterson Heights memorabilia is encouraged to call Phyllis at (724) 846-3937.
Let Us Know
Do you like the updated website? Do you hate the updated site? Do you have any suggestions for improvements? We are working to add more features, but don't wait. Let us know if there is something you would like to see on the Patterson Heights site. Our email link is at the bottom of the page.
Contact Us
Get in Touch!
Borough of Patterson Heights
600 7th Avenue, Beaver Falls, Pennsylvania 15010, United States
Phone us at (724) 846-0677 Email us at pattersonhgts@verizon.net
Hours
Generally, I am in the office between about 10 and 2 on most weekdays. Enter the building through the door on the side of the building, and take the elevator up to the second floor. If you see my car in the parking lot or the light on in the office in the corner of the second floor, feel free to stop in. -- Jack
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