Protecting our streams and improving water quality remains a top priority in Scott Township! During the September 8, 2026, Board of Commissioners meeting, LSSE provided the Township’s annual MS4 update, covering important permit requirements, annual program activities, and the work … <a href="https://scott-twp.com/annual-ms4-update-september-2026/">Read More <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Bower Hill Sidewalk Update: At no cost to the township, Youngblood Paving is currently working to fix the deficient work that was done by a different contractor on the Bower Hill sidewalk. This will be occurring between Rockhill Road and … <a href="https://scott-twp.com/bower-hill-sidewalk-update-september-1-2026/">Read More <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
🦌 WE WANT YOUR THOUGHTS ON THE DEER! On Tuesday, August 25, 2026, the Scott Township Board of Commissioners approved conducting a community survey about the local deer population. Your responses will help the Board of Commissioners better understand how … <a href="https://scott-twp.com/scott-township-deer-survey-2026/">Read More <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Milling and Paving Schedule for August and September
August 20, 2026
Milling for the 2026 road program is expected to begin next week. Here is the tentative schedule (weather depending): Monday, August 24 (with paving expected August 31): Lochlin Drive from Artvue to the township border Doris Drive from Larsen to … <a href="https://scott-twp.com/milling-and-paving-schedule-for-august-and-september/">Read More <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Click or tap here for the 2026 Insurance RFP. If interested in participating, please e-mail a list of your preferred carriers to Karla McGill for approval prior to obtaining any quotes for this RFP. Contact Karla here.
There will be traffic restrictions on the northern portion of Linsday Road (between Hope Hollow and Greentree roads) next week (August 17 through 21) due to paving. This work is the final step in Columbia Gas’ line replacement project on … <a href="https://scott-twp.com/lindsay-road-work-august-17-through-august-21/">Read More <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
American Water work on Lindsay Road-August 13, 2026
August 11, 2026
NOTICE FROM AMERICAN WATER REGARDING LINDSAY ROAD: Hello! This is an important notification from Pennsylvania American Water. Our crews will be making improvements in your area on Thursday, August 13th. This work will affect the 1000 block of Lindsay Road … <a href="https://scott-twp.com/american-water-work-on-lindsay-road-august-13-2026/">Read More <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Pittsburgh Regional Transit (Formerly Port Authority)’s Bus Line Refresh initiative is opening public comments for its proposed final network. This includes a change to a route in Scott Township. An interactive map and description of the proposed changes can be … <a href="https://scott-twp.com/prt-bus-line-refresh/">Read More <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Business View Magazine recently published an article about Scott Township, highlighting the township’s initiatives regarding redevelopment, recreation, technology, and much more! Click or tap here to read the article!
2026 Storm Sewer Improvements – The Oaks Area (Phase 1)
June 29, 2026
Scott Township will be improving the Stormwater collection and conveyance system within a portion of The Oaks Area (Phase 1) including Spreading Oak Drive, Orchardview Drive, and Green Oak Lane. This contract has been publicly bid and awarded to Jet Jack, … <a href="https://scott-twp.com/2026-storm-sewer-improvements-the-oaks-area-phase-1/">Read More <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
2026 N Wren Drive Storm Sewer Improvements Project
June 22, 2026
Our Storm Sewer Improvement Projects Program that was highlighted in early March by the township is still ongoing, and that includes the area of N Wren. Open this post to view the project! You can look at the diagram of … <a href="https://scott-twp.com/2026-n-wren-drive-storm-sewer-improvements-project/">Read More <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Join us for Public Safety Day on June 20, 2026. Police, Fire, and emergency medical services will all be on hand with equipment from their fields and personnel to meet and greet. Activities, Demonstrations, Refreshments available!
Scott Township is working with the Bonding Company representing the contractor previously hired to complete the Bower Hill sidewalk project to correct the deficient work at no extra cost to the township. A different contractor will be performing this work.
We would like to wish our residents, especially those remembering family members who served, a happy and safe Memorial Day. Administrative offices will be closed on Monday May 25th and trash pickup will be on Tuesday May 26th. Also, Scott … <a href="https://scott-twp.com/memorial-day-2026/">Read More <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
The Scott Township Board of Commissioners has approved the following list of roads to be paved for the 2026 paving program: Ash Street (from Magazine Street to Gregg Street) Doris Drive (from Larsen Drive to Lochlin Drive) Foxcroft Road (from … <a href="https://scott-twp.com/2026-paving-program/">Read More <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Pittsburgh Regional Transit (Formerly Port Authority)’s Bus Line Refresh initiative is in the final round of public engagement. This includes some changes to a route in Scott Township. An interactive map and description of the proposed changes can be found … <a href="https://scott-twp.com/potential-bus-route-changes/">Read More <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Waste Management will be closed on Monday due to the winter storm. They will be operating one day behind this week. Monday service will be moved to Tuesday. Thank you in advance for your understanding. Also, please do not shovel … <a href="https://scott-twp.com/waste-management-will-be-closed-on-monday-1-26-26/">Read More <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Notice on Inclement Weather/Activation of Warming Centers
January 22, 2026
The Township would like to notify residents that if there are substantial power outages, that warming centers will be activated, if necessary, at Scott Park in the Lodge for those in need during the upcoming storm. While our salt storage … <a href="https://scott-twp.com/notice-on-inclement-weather-activation-of-warming-centers/">Read More <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
There are two ways that you can get rid of your Christmas tree in Scott Township this year: Waste Management will be collecting live Christmas trees again this year. The collection will be on January 6, 2026, as a part … <a href="https://scott-twp.com/tree-disposal-2025/">Read More <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Notice of Civil Service Exam for the position of Entry Level Police Officer
November 14, 2025
The Scott Township Civil Service Commission will hold a competitive examination for the position of police officer. Applicants must pass a physical agility, written, oral, background investigation, and a medical and psychological examination prior to being appointed. Applications must be … <a href="https://scott-twp.com/notice-of-civil-service-exam-for-the-position-of-entry-level-police-officer/">Read More <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
It’s taken a while to make the change but it’s here! Scott Township has moved away from our old notification system, opting for an updated platform. Our notifications will work for emergency alerts, missing pets, snow alerts, construction updates, and … <a href="https://scott-twp.com/scott-townships-new-notifications-system/">Read More <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Office hours update: Starting immediately… our code enforcement office is extending hours to better assist the community. Tuesday thru Thursday, the code enforcement office will be open from 8AM until 6PM. Monday and Friday hours will remain 9AM to 5PM. … <a href="https://scott-twp.com/code-enforcement-office-hours-change/">Read More <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Jordan Tax Services Coming to Scott Municipal Building
June 19, 2025
Jordan Tax Services will be setting up shop in the tax office at the Scott Township Municipal Building to make paying your taxes more convenient. To pay your township and school taxes this year, you can visit Jordan in our … <a href="https://scott-twp.com/jordan-tax-services-coming-to-scott-municipal-building-for-residents-convenience/">Read More <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
The Township website has received an upgrade to make your searching for information easier. Welcome Scotti, a plugin AI that is ready to assist anyone using the Township website. When you go to the website, you will see Scotti in … <a href="https://scott-twp.com/welcome-scotti/">Read More <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
The Township and Jordan Tax Service are trying to make it as convenient as possible for residents to make their sewage bill payments. There are currently six options available to residents: Options for paying your new sewer bill with Jordan … <a href="https://scott-twp.com/six-options-to-pay-sewer-bills/">Read More <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Please check out the addition to the Scott Township Police Department page that allows residents to submit requests for on street overnight parking, vacation checks, keyholder contact information, and “at risk” resident contact information. We are updating the police department … <a href="https://scott-twp.com/new-online-feature-from-scott-pd/">Read More <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Unfortunately we have received several requests for assistance but very few volunteers to assist. We have five residents asking for assistance: Foxcroft Rd, Green Oak Lane, Greenbriar Dr, and Orchardview all in the Greentree Road area, and one request on … <a href="https://scott-twp.com/scott-township-snow-angels-program/">Read More <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
New feature for landlords to pay fees added to website…
January 6, 2025
If you are a landlord or property manager in Scott Township and have annual tenant certification or change in occupancy inspection fees to be paid, you can now go to the Code Enforcement page and use a new link to … <a href="https://scott-twp.com/new-feature-for-landlords-to-pay-fees-added-to-website/">Read More <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Jordan Tax Service, Inc. began Sanitary Sewer Billing Services in November 2024 Please pay special attention to the auto-draft information as you may need to update any banking you do: Dear Customers, Please be advised that beginning November 23, 2024, … <a href="https://scott-twp.com/sewer-billing-now-with-jordan-tax-service/">Read More <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Waste Management has provided us with their schedule for pickups in the coming year 2025. Please see as necessary: [embeddoc url=”https://scott-twp.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Waste-Management-Scott-Township-2025-Calendar.pdf” download=”all”]
Commonwealth law requires the Township to advertise, in accordance with a court order, notices of taking for the below properties: [embeddoc url=”https://scott-twp.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Scott-Twp-COURT-ORDER-Motions-for-Alternative-Service.pdf”] [embeddoc url=”https://scott-twp.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Scott-Twp-Morrow-DECLARATION-OF-TAKING-1.pdf”] [embeddoc url=”https://scott-twp.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/Scott-Twp-Va-Manor-Trotwood-DECLARATION-OF-TAKING-1.pdf”]
The proposed budget for Scott Township for the year 2025 has been completed and is in the final process of advertising and adopting. If you’d like to see the proposal, please click the image below: 2025 Proposed Budget
Deasy announces over $986,000 in state funding for Green Tree Borough and Scott Township projects
October 22, 2024
PITTSBURGH, Oct. 22 – State Rep. Dan Deasy, D-Allegheny, announced the allocation of more than $986,000 in grants for significant infrastructure and recreational improvements in Green Tree Borough and Scott Township. These funds, awarded through the Statewide Local Share Account … <a href="https://scott-twp.com/deasy-announces-over-986000-in-state-funding-for-green-tree-borough-and-scott-township-projects/">Read More <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
The 2024 Scott Township Road Improvement Program includes funding for construction to repair the following: General Fund Roads • Carothers Avenue (Magazine Street to 3rd Street Bridge) • Bartley Way (Caro Street to Hoff Street) • Spring Hill Court (Rockhill … <a href="https://scott-twp.com/2024-scott-township-road-improvement-program/">Read More <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Pleas see the following information update presented to the Township by Waste Management. Most notably, bulk pickups are for up to TWO bulk items during the bulk pickup days.
Yesterday, residents, commissioners and staff met at the new Scott Park pickleball courts for a ribbon cutting ceremony. Many residents turned out and all seemed extremely happy with the new courts. There was a short speech by Township Manager Denise … <a href="https://scott-twp.com/scott-park-ribbon-cutting-ceremony-3/">Read More <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Due to an increased demand for the Scott Park Fire Pit, when renting facilities at the park, you will now have to reserve the fire pit ($5) as a separate rental. We originally included it as an option for facilities … <a href="https://scott-twp.com/change-in-scott-park-fire-pit-rental-policy/">Read More <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Please see the attached PDF map for the 2024 Road Works Program. [embeddoc url=”https://scott-twp.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/2024-Road-Program-Summary-4-08-2024.pdf” download=”all” viewer=”google”]
To buy your Scott Township Pool Pass please go to the Scott Township Community Pass Site If you need help creating an account online in the Scott Township Community Pass Site, please go to our Scott Township Community Pass Site … <a href="https://scott-twp.com/2024-scott-township-pool-passes-on-sale-online/">Read More <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
From the desk of Tom Kelley, Director of Public Services: Through a contract with the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PA DEP) Yost Drilling of Mt. Morris PA is preparing to cap four abandoned natural gas sites along Scrubgrass Rd … <a href="https://scott-twp.com/9782-2/">Read More <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Some residents have asked for audit information on the Township. The Township is audited every year by an outside auditor. The most recent completed audit is from 2022, and the audit is attached in the below PDF file. Since we … <a href="https://scott-twp.com/2022-audit-information/">Read More <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Many residents have asked how to calculate the tax millage into dollars in regards to their own assessed property value. Township Manager Fitzgerald has produced a simple spreadsheet formula for residents to use to see the increase the millage represents. … <a href="https://scott-twp.com/how-to-calculate-your-millage-value/">Read More <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
On January 2nd, 2024, the Scott Township Board of Commissioners held it’s biennial re-organization meeting in the main meeting room. District Judge Craig Stephens was on hand to re-affirm the oaths of Commissioners Altman, Castello, Gazda, Meyers and Seibel, all … <a href="https://scott-twp.com/scott-township-re-organization-meeting/">Read More <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
The Scott Conservancy wants your trees! When you take down your Christmas tree this year, don’t just toss it in the street. Drop it off at the Conservancy’s trailhead on Scrubgrass Road, and we’ll have it ground into wood chips … <a href="https://scott-twp.com/we-want-your-christmas-trees/">Read More <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Proposed Millage Analysis and Waste Management Information
December 22, 2023
Immediately below this paragraph is a link to the Township’s garbage analysis of millage vs. trash fee presentation used to discuss the matter in the public meeting earlier this month. Millage vs. Fee Analysis We’re putting this letter here for … <a href="https://scott-twp.com/proposed-millage-analysis-and-waste-management-information/">Read More <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Scott Township is looking to fill vacancies on our Environmental Advisory Council. The Council assists the Board of Commissioners in matters involving land development, open spaces, and recreation areas. Any interested parties please contact the Township at 412-276-5300. Thank you!
Recently, Ishaan Chahande, a member of Boy Scout Troop 228, designed and constructed four flag retirement boxes for the benefit of Scott Township. This was Ishaan’s Eagle Scout Project, and his donation of time, effort and materials to the Township … <a href="https://scott-twp.com/ishaan-chahandes-flag-disposal-box-project/">Read More <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Don’t forget next week ushers in the spring leaf and branch schedule for Township pickups. To review the schedule for your neighborhood pickup dates and times, please see the full schedule here: Township Leaf & Branch Schedule
Scott Pool Passes are on sale online. Those who purchased passes last season will find their issued pool passes are re-activated this season once they make payment for the upcoming season. Pool passes are paid for one season at a … <a href="https://scott-twp.com/a-note-about-pool-passes/">Read More <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
We’ve added a “missed garbage pick up” form to the website’s Township menu for complaints. We’ve been in communication with Waste Management about these issues as they are dealing with employee shortages, vehicle breakdowns and similar logistical issues. This form … <a href="https://scott-twp.com/missed-garbage-pick-up-report-form/">Read More <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
The Pennsylvania Resources Commission will be hosting a traveling glass recycle bin and posting it in different parks around the county to assist with recycling. Please see the attached flyer for more details. 2023 GLASS EVENTS – Traveling Bin
Pennsylvania American Water needs your help to identify the material used for your water service line. Please see the attached flyer to help them address aging water lines… PA American Water Service Line Inventory Project – PA – 01-2023
This morning at 9:00 AM the online Park Reservation system went live. It’s been a great success for the Township and we thank all of you who took the time to register online and complete the process. No new system … <a href="https://scott-twp.com/park-reservations-are-live/">Read More <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
The Zoom meeting ID’s for the Scott Township Board of Commissioners meetings has been changed. All of the event links on this website have been updated, so please use the new links as provided when you wish to attend the … <a href="https://scott-twp.com/changes-to-zoom-for-board-meetings/">Read More <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
To see all of the information Allegheny County makes available regarding recycling in the county, please click the Allegheny County Recycling Resource Directory
NOTICE 2022 Scott Township Roadway Improvement Program Please read this alert carefully so you will know what to expect. Then if you have questions call the Municipal Engineer at 412-264-4400 or the Scott Township Director of Public Services at 412-276-5300. … <a href="https://scott-twp.com/scott-township-roadway-improvement-program/">Read More <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Ownership Guidelines For Your Home’s Electrical System
October 6, 2022
Wondering who owns what in your electrical system? Having an issue and wondering who is responsible for the costs? See this guide for a simple breakdown of responsibilities… Ownership Guidelines – Electrical
PLEASE MAKE SURE THE IMAGES YOU UPLOAD ARE SIMILAR TO WHAT YOU’D EXPECT TO SEE ON YOUR DRIVERS LICENSE OR SIMILAR PHOTO ID. THOUGH WE APPRECIATE THE INTERESTING VARIETY OF BACKGROUNDS, OUTFITS, AND AMAZING PLACES SOME OF YOU GO ON … <a href="https://scott-twp.com/how-to-add-your-photo-to-your-pool-account/">Read More <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Scott Pool passes are now available for online purchase! As are swim lessons. You will need to create an account for the system the first time you buy, and upload photos of the individuals the passes are intended for. Bear … <a href="https://scott-twp.com/pool-passes-on-sale-online-now/">Read More <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
For those who have followed along with various polls, discussions, and meetings regarding the splash pad being installed at the Scott Pool, we’d like to present to you the color rendering prepared for the Township so you may see what’s … <a href="https://scott-twp.com/scott-pool-splash-pad-rendering/">Read More <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
In order to better serve the members of our community, both residents and businesses, we’ve put together a business registry for all businesses in the Township. If you’d like to see the businesses in the community, or perhaps if you’d … <a href="https://scott-twp.com/scott-township-business-registry/">Read More <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
As many know, Pennsylvania is going through a round of redistricting for the House and Senate legislative districts. Recent proposals have pushed Scott Township in with wards from the City of Pittsburgh for House redistricting, something our Board of Commissioners … <a href="https://scott-twp.com/proposed-redistricting-impact-on-scott-township/">Read More <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
If you’d like to receive emails, texts, phone calls or phone popups on emergencies, construction projects, lost pets or events within Scott Township, go to our website and sign up for Civic Ready! You can choose which notices you receive … <a href="https://scott-twp.com/sign-up-for-notifications/">Read More <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
Please don’t forget to make use of the Safe Exchange Zone located at the municipal building. The Safe Exchange Zone was added to assist residents with everything from internet purchases to custody exchanges. The municipal building parking lot is under … <a href="https://scott-twp.com/scott-township-safe-exchange-zone/">Read More <span class="meta-nav">→</span></a>
