Springhill Township, PA

The Springhill Township Supervisors are scheduled to conduct two public meetings on May 7, 2025, at the Appalachia Community Center. A public zoning hearing is set for 3:00 PM to discuss the rezoning of three parcels of land from A1 to M1 along Lake Lynn Road and Mustard Lane. Right after this hearing, the township supervisors will proceed with their regular monthly meeting for May.

Do I Have to Pay for Trash Service?   Yes . Participation in the local trash service is mandatory under Pennsylvania state law.   The Pennsylvania Solid Waste Management Act 97 of 1980 requires all communities to submit plans for waste management systems in their jurisdictions. This is because “improper and inadequate solid waste management practices create public health hazards, environmental pollution, and economic loss, and cause irreparable harm to the public health, safety and welfare…” You can find the full text of the act here .   In 2015, Springhill Township passed the Refuse Disposal Ordinance (available here , with meeting minutes from the meeting where it was passed available here ). Until 2023, the township contracted with a private company for trash service. However, at the end of 2022—facing a substantial price increase and ongoing resident complaints about poor service—the township decided to take over trash collection rather than continue contracting with for-profit outside vendors.   Regardless of where you live or who collects the garbage, participation in your community’s trash service is legally mandated by the state to “protect and promote the health, safety, and welfare” of all residents—just as all residents are required to pay property taxes to support public schools, whether or not they have children.   Our current cost remains $16.84 per month; to the best of our knowledge, this is the lowest rate in the county. In addition to regular service, we pick up many large items—such as refrigerators—at no extra charge, and we offer dumpster rentals for cleanouts at a fraction of the cost charged by commercial operators.   The cost of trash service is shared by all residents, regardless of how much waste an individual household produces—just like the cost of schools is shared across the community. This system helps keep service affordable and prevents serious public health issues caused by improper disposal of garbage. In areas where trash service is not mandatory, some people dump waste in yards or along roads, polluting waterways, attracting vermin, and spreading disease. Others may burn trash, polluting the air and creating health hazards for neighbors.   A copy of the 2015 Springhill Township Trash Ordinance is available on our website. Unpaid trash bills will accrue and will be recorded as a lien against your property. You may also be taken to Magistrate’s Court, where you could be subject to additional court costs and fines. The township is required by Pennsylvania law to enforce these regulations. If someone tells you that you don’t have to pay your trash bill, they are misinforming you.

The National Park Service (NPS) is currently inviting public input on a proposed project aimed at enhancing and preserving national park resources. This initiative is designed to improve park accessibility, protect natural and cultural resources, and ensure sustainable visitor experiences. Individuals interested in reviewing the project details and submitting comments can do so by visiting the official NPS project page: National Park Service Project Planning . The NPS encourages all interested parties, including local residents, park visitors, and conservation advocates, to participate in this process. For those who wish to contribute, comments should be submitted before the designated deadline. Please visit the project website for further information on how to provide input. Sharing this information with others who may have an interest in national park planning is also encouraged.

Residents of Springhill Township, have you heard about the Pennsylvania Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program? This initiative offers financial support to qualifying homeowners and renters who satisfy specific income criteria. It's a great chance to alleviate the strain of property taxes and rent, enabling you to retain more of your hard-earned income. Who is Eligible? The program is open to Pennsylvania residents who are 65 years or older, widows and widowers who are 50 years or older, and individuals with disabilities who are 18 years or older, with certain annual income restrictions. How to Apply? Visit the PA Department of Revenue website  for detailed information about eligibility and the application process. Applications for 2024 Property Tax/Rent Rebates are due by June 30, 2025.

Work on the Columbia Gas pipeline retirement/replacement project is expected to start on February 18. A contractor will be clearing off all the trees and brush and grinding down tree stumps along a 3.5 mile right-of-way running from Albert Gallatin Middle School to the intersection of Morgantown Road and Lake Lynn Road. After the right-of-way is cleared a second contractor will begin the excavation work, and the township will post that start date once we receive it. Affected property owners should receive individual notifications by mail.

Two public hearings will be held at the Springhill Township Building on January 30, 2025. NOTICE   Notice is hereby given that the Springhill Township Supervisors will hold a public hearing on January 30, 2025 at 10:00 AM at the Springhill Township Municipal Building at 198 Lake Lynn Road, Lake Lynn, PA  15451 to hear a rezoning request by Ryan Rohrssen.   Said petition requests the Township supervisors to rezone the parcel from B-1 Commercial to A-1 Agricultural use.   The property concerned, owned by Ryan Rohrssen, is located on 4232 Morgantown Road, Smithfield, PA  15478, and is shown on the Springhill Township Tax Map as parcel # 36-08-0005.  The petition is available for public inspection at the Municipal Building by request; phone 724-725-5294.   Interested parties or their agents are urged to attend this hearing and may offer testimony in regard to the requested petition.     Springhill Township Board of Supervisors NOTICE   Notice is hereby given that the Springhill Township Zoning Hearing Board will hold a public hearing on January 30, 2025 at 12 noon at the Springhill Township Municipal Building at 198 Lake Lynn Road, Lake Lynn, PA  15451 to hear a petition of a special exception by Bollinger Solar LLC.   Said petition requests the Board to grant a special exception to the allowed uses in Agricultural Rural Districts and allow the petitioner to install and operate a commercial solar energy facility on land zoned A-1.   The property concerned, owned by Gans Hill Holdings LLC, is located on Gans Hill School Road and is shown on the Springhill Township Tax Map as parcel # 36-07-0045.  The petition is available for public inspection at the Municipal Building by request; phone 724-725-5294.   Interested parties or their agents are urged to attend this hearing and may offer testimony in regard to the requested petition.     Springhill Township Zoning Hearing Board

The Gans Post Office ceased operations on December 31, 2024. The USPS has recently shared the following information with a resident concerning mail delivery to Gans: Residents should continue collecting their mail at the Point Marion Post Office until delivery services to Gans are established. A cluster box will be set up once the weather improves, though its location remains undisclosed. Until then, residents need to go to the Point Marion Post Office to retrieve their mail. Residents wanting home delivery should reach out to the Point Marion Post Office to verify their eligibility. Those who have already set up a mailbox for rural delivery must keep picking up their mail in Point Marion until Fayette County 911 verifies their address with the Post Office. For any inquiries regarding mail delivery, please contact the Point Marion Post Office. Springhill Township has no authority or control over USPS delivery within the township.

Columbia Gas has informed Springhill Township about their plans to replace a 3.3-mile segment of pipeline running through the township between February and July 2025. Landowners nearby are expected to get a letter from Columbia Gas. The letter received by Springhill Township can be accessed here .

Trash collection in Springhill Township has resumed as of this morning. We are currently three days behind schedule, and some roads remain icy. We appreciate your patience as our crews work to catch up. There will be no penalties for putting out more than six bags.

Trash collection will be indefinitely delayed due to the dump being closed because of the weather. Until it is reopened, we are unable to empty the truck to collect additional trash. We apologize for the inconvenience and will post an update when trash collection resumes.

UPDATE: The truck is fixed and both routes will be run on Friday Jan 3. Trash collection in Springhill Township might be postponed for the rest of the week because of problems with the garbage truck. Residents whose trash hasn't been collected should consider holding it until next week's regular collection day to prevent animals from getting into it.