Township News

Brighton Township Sewage Authority Meeting – Monday, April 15, 2024 at 6:45 p.m.

The Brighton Township Sewage Authority will hold their monthly meeting on Monday, April 15, 2024 at 6:45 p.m. in the Municipal Building located at 1300 Brighton Rd.  All Township residents are invited to attend.  View the agenda by clicking here.

 

Brighton Township Municipal Authority Meeting – Monday, April 15, 2024 at 7:45 p.m.

The Brighton Township Municipal Authority will hold their monthly meeting on Monday, April 15, 2024 at 7:45 p.m. in the Municipal Building located at 1300 Brighton Rd.  All Township residents are invited to attend.  View the agenda by clicking here.

 

Employment Opportunities:

The Township has the following open positions available:

*Secretary/Bookkeeper Part-Time: Brighton Township is accepting applications for part-time employment up to three (3) days per week for the position of Secretary. Position performs accounts payable and accounts receivable functions utilizing QuickBooks. Other duties include permit processing, tracking and reporting, park rentals, and web site maintenance. General secretarial duties: phone, customer assistance, typing, filing and other duties as may be assigned. Use of Word, Excel and prior bookkeeping and computer experience desired. Job applications and resume will be accepted until the position(s) is filled.

 

*Custodian: Brighton Township is accepting applications for a part-time custodian for daily cleaning of facilities at Hardy Field Park. Applicant must be able to perform a variety of manual tasks.

 

Brighton Township is an equal opportunity employer. Job descriptions and application are attached below and also available at the Municipal Building, 1300 Brighton Road during normal business hours Monday-Friday 8:00am-4:30pm.

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Rental Registration Reminder

Brighton Township code requires each owner of rental property located within the Township to register the rental property and tenants age 18 and over. The registration is to be renewed on or before February 1st and August 1st of each year advising the Township of any changes in occupancy.  Registration forms are available at the Township Office or under the Applications and Forms Page in the Residents Center on this web site. Once registered, if you have had no tenant changes you may report the information by calling 724-774-4800.

 

2023 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report Released by the Brighton Township Municipal Authority

The Brighton Township Municipal Authority has issued their 2023 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report on water testing performed in 2022.  The Authority is pleased to report that their drinking water meets all Federal and State requirements. The report can be read or downloaded here.

 

FEMA Flood Maps Posted

The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA), which administers the National Flood Insurance Program, has released updated studies and mapping for floodplains. The Township has posted all related information on the Planning & Zoning Page.

WELCOME TO BRIGHTON TOWNSHIP!

Brighton Township is one of the Western Pennsylvania region’s most affluent, beautiful and serene communities that is within minutes of the Borough of Beaver, a Pittsburgh Magazine “top 10 stable great neighborhood” and the Beaver Area School District, a Pittsburgh Business Times “top 10 percent regional district.” The township features immediate access to local recreation and medical center, Pittsburgh attractions, interstate highways, an international airport and excellent shopping. With significantly lower property taxes, the township has grown steadily during the past five years as a safe, vibrant bedroom community in which to raise a family. Our Web Site provides a continuing flow of meaningful information to our residents and encourages increased communication between the Township and the public that we serve.

 

GOVERNANCE

Founded in 1816, Brighton Township is a residential community blending a rural setting with a progressive attitude. A Township of the Second Class, it is governed by a board of three elected supervisors, each serving a six year term.

 

The Board of Supervisors appoints a Township Manager who is charged with the day to day operations and fiscal management of the Township. The Board meets the second Monday of each month at 7:00 p.m. in the Municipal Building at 1300 Brighton Road. Any necessary change in this schedule is advertised in the local legal ads, and special meetings are advertised as well. All meetings of the Board are open to the public with an opportunity at each meeting for public comment. Further, any individual is encouraged to contact the Township offices with concerns or comments. Residents are encouraged to present their views on Township matters on any of the means that are available, including letters, e-mail, telephone and in person.

 

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