2013 Newsletter 1 - Hopewell Township

HIGHLIGHTS 

Flag design by 

Brea Davis-Vazquez, 

Jennah Ellis, Kivana Hill, 

Mallory Marchioni 

and Kara Walbek 

Township Administration ..................................2-3 

Board of Commissioners .....................................4 

Township Zoning & Planning..............................5-7 

Waste Management ..............................7-8 & 19-20 

Park Fest Entertainment 2013 ...............................9 

Concerts in the Park ..........................................9 

Camp Lakewood..............................................10 

Recreation Activities ....................................11-12 

Rec-On-The-Run Calendar..................................13 

Hopewell Township Community Park .....................14 

OUR MISSION 

The Board of Commissioners and employees of Hopewell Township thereby pledge to: 

• Safeguard and strengthen the public’s trust 

• Provide the highest quality of community service in the most fiscally efficient manner 

• Maintain fair and reasonable taxation by means of fiscal responsibility 

• Utilize innovation and current technology to enhance public services 

• Foster a positive workplace for Township Staff so residents receive courteous service 

• Maintain open communication between municipal government and the public sector 

OUR VISION STATEMENT 

Develop visionary goals to advance our mission and seek opportunities for development 

that will move Hopewell Township progressively forward 

DESCRIPTION OF HOPEWELL TOWNSHIP 

INSIDE THIS ISSUE 

2013 Newsletter 

in honor of the 200 year 

celebration of Hopewell 

Township, Beaver 

County, Pennsylvania. 

• Hopewell Township is a First Class Township with a population of 12,433 encompassing an area of 17.2 square 

miles and situated within Beaver County, bordering the northwestern tip of Allegheny County. 

• Hopewell Township has over 75 miles of local roads and 50 miles of State highways and 297 streets. 

• There are approximately 5,350 residential homes, combined with business establishments has an assessed 

valuation of $165,243,000. 

• The annual Township property tax is 14 mills, the Beaver County property tax is 22.2 mills and the local school tax is 67 mills. 

Pavilion Rental ...............................................15 

Sewer Payment Options .....................................15 

2013 Things to Know.........................................16 

Community Park Receives Grant...........................16 

Fraud Abuse Hotline .........................................17 

Hopewell Fire Department ..................................17 

Engineering....................................................18 

Community Tire Collection..................................20 

Hopewell Township Directory ..............................21 

Hopewell Township Crest ...................................22 

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Thank You To The Businesses! 

Hopewell Township would like to thank the 

businesses that appear in this newsletter and 

to recognize them each as supporters and 

cornerstones of our community. For it is with 

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TOWNSHIP ADMINISTRATION 

FROM THE MANAGER/CONTROLLER 

Meet Andy Brunette, Township Manager/Controller . . . 

Andy is a graduate of Robert Morris University and the University of Phoenix and holds a Master’s 

Degree in Business Administration. He and his wife, Lori, have been married 20 years and have 

a son and daughter. Andy coaches the Hopewell High School Tennis and Bowling teams. 

The 2013 calendar year presented many challenges for the Board of Commissioners, which was 

faced with the dilemma of transforming the Township into a more cost-efficient operating entity 

as well as trying to bring more corporate development into Hopewell. As the cost of doing business 

continues to increase, it becomes more difficult to maintain the high quality level of service that the 

residents of Hopewell demand and deserve. In 2013 all Township departments were assigned the 

task to cut costs, work smarter, and be more efficient by putting together a three year budgetary 

plan. The Board of Commissioners started the process of developing a comprehensive marketing 

plan to attract and encourage development within Hopewell Township. Because of an entire team 

effort of all Township employees, the Commissioners and Township management team were able to 

maintain sewer rates as well as maintain the Township real estate tax rate at its current level of 14 

2013 GENERAL FUND REVENUES $4,837,000 

REAL ESTATE TAXES ACT 511 TAXES LICENSE & PERMITS FINES RECREATION 

STATE SHARED REVENUE GENERAL GOVERNMENT INTERFUND TRANSFERS MISCELLANEOUS 

STATE SHARED REVENUE, 

$299,000.00, 6% 

RECREATION, 

$75,000.00, 2% 

FINES, 

$36,200.00, 1% 

LICENSE & 

PERMITS, 

$177,300.00 

4% 

ACT 511 TAXES, 

$1,716,000.00, 34% 

GENERAL GOVERNMENT, 

$93,500.00, 2% 

INTERFUND TRANSFERS, 

$133,000.00, 3% 

2013 GENERAL FUND EXPENSES $5,170,000 

MISCELLANEOUS, $10,500.00, 1% 

REAL ESTATE TAXES, 

$2,296,500.00, 47% 

EXECUTIVE & LEGISLATIVE TAX COLLECTION LEGAL BLD MAINT 

ADMINISTRATIVE POLICE DEPT VOL FIRE DEPT PLANNING& ZONING 

DEPOSITORY ROAD DEPT & ROAD IMPROVEMENTS FIRE HYDRANT PARKS & RECREATION 

PENSION & PAYROLL TAXES INSURANCE DEBT SERVICE INTERFUND TRANSFERS & GRANTS 

ENGINEERING 

INTERFUND TRANSFERS & GRANTS $216,500.00 4% 

DEBIT SERVICE $304,500.00 6% 

INSURANCE $164,000.00 3% 

PENSION & PAYROLL TAXES 

$376,000.00 7% 

PARKS & RECREATION 

$316,000.00 6% 

FIRE HYDRANTS 

$44,000.00, 1% 

ROAD DEPT & ROAD 

IMPROVEMENTS 

$873,200.00 17% 

EXECUTIVE & LEGISLATIVE 

$262,100.00 5% 

DEPOSITORY 

$35,400.00 1% 

TAX COLLECTION $44,700.00 1% 

LEGAL $54,500.00 1% BLDG MAINT 

$36,400.00 1% 

ADMINISTRATIVE 

$195,800.00 4% 

POLICE DEPT 

$1,756,900.00 34% 

VOL FIRE DEPT $260,200.00 5% 

PLANNING & ZONING $125,300.00 2% 

ENGINEERING 

$104,500.00 

2% 

ANDY BRUNETTE 

724-378-1460 x105 

hopewellmgr@hopewelltwp.com 

mils. The Board of Commissioners and 

management team will continue to strive to 

utilize Township assets and personnel more 

efficiently as well as utilize technology to 

assist in becoming more efficient and cut 

unnecessary spending. 

The Administration’s goal for 2013 is to 

aggressively pursue more cost cutting 

measures in both the General and Sewer 

Funds in an effort to make sure the Township 

is operating as efficiently as possible. As part 

of the marketing strategic plan, the Board of 

Commissioners will continue to aggressively 

pursue relationships with county, state and 

federal officials for the future development of 

Interstate 376, to improve and seek 

businesses for our current riverfront and 

Business Park, as well as to seek grants for 

the continued development of our community 

park. Hopewell is in the proper position to 

achieve these visionary goals. The 

advancement towards these goals will bring 

economic security, stabilization and growth 

for Hopewell. The future visionary 

development will expand the tax base, which 

will help stabilize tax rates and residential 

sewer rates. These projects will also benefit 

the area by increasing the job base in 

Hopewell. 

In 2013 residents can look forward to new 

programs and advancements on the 

Township website. Please be advised that if 

residents would like to see something on our 

website that the Township currently does not 

offer, please email your requests to 

adminmgr@hopewelltwp.com. Hopewell 

residents are also reminded that they can 

add, change, or remove phone numbers from 

our 911 call message system by going to our 

website www.hopewelltwp.com, and clicking 

on the SwiftReach 911 call system portal. 

Residents can also sign up through our 

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2013 SEWER FUND REVENUES $3,024,000 

SEWAGE COLLECTION REVENUE STATE SHARED REVENUE PERMITS, LIEN LETTERS & TAP FEES 

DYE TEST SEPTIC TANK SLUDGE DISPOSAL CONNECTION FEES 

CONNECTION FEES, $35,000, 1% 

STATE SHARED REVENUE, 

$40,000.00, 1% 

PERMITS, LIEN LETTERS, & INTEREST 

$23,000.00, 1% 

DYE TEST, 

$16,000.00, 1% 

SEPTIC TANK SLUDGE DISPOSAL, 

$100,000.00, 3% 

SEWAGE COLLECTION 

REVENUE, $2,810,000.00, 93% 

website to receive the emergency and important announcements via text 

message and by email alert messages. Residents in 2013 can also sign up 

for ACH payments for payment of their sewage billing. ACH (Automated 

Clearing House) allows payments to come out automatically from either your 

checking or savings account. Residents are also reminded that they have the 

ability to pay their sewer payments by credit or debit card at either 

www.hopewelltwp.com or www.hopewellbill.com. Residents are reminded 

that the Township offers a sewer assistance program for residents that qualify. 

Information and applications can be picked up at the municipal building or 

downloaded off the internet from our website. 

In 2013 Hopewell Township plans to invest $300,000 in Township Roads, 

as well as a $350,000 investment into the construction of the upgrade of the 

Sharon Grange Road pump station. Both projects will be completely financed 

through existing Township Funds. The Township will start the process of the 

development of a G.P.S. (Global Positioning Satellite) to assist in the location 

of sewer and general infrastructure within the Township. The G.P.S. system 

will be a tremendous asset in order for the Township to better utilize its assets, 

as well as to help the workers to be more efficient. The G.P.S. system is on 

schedule to be operational in 2014. The Township was approved for a 

2013 SEWER FUND EXPENSES $3,035,000 

ADMINISTRATION SEWER PLANT OPERATIONS OTHER AUTHORITIY CHARGES 

LEGAL & SEO PENSION & PAYROLL TAXES INSURANCE 

DEPRECIATION DEBT SERVICE INTEREST EXP INTERFUND TRANSFERS 

DEBT SERVICE INTEREST EXP, 

$298,000.00, 10% 

DEPRECIATION, 

$388,100.00, 13% 

INSURANCE, 

$101,100.00, 3% 

PENSION & PAYROLL TAXES, 

$102,000.00, 3% 

LEGAL & S.E.O., 

$7,000.00, 0% 

INTERFUND TRANSFERS, 

$336,500.00, 11% 

ADMINISTRATION, 

$205,600.00, 7% 

OTHER AUTHORITY CHARGES, 

$484,000.00, 16% 

SEWER PLANT 

OPERATIONS, 

$1,112,700.00, 37% 

D.C.N.R. grant in 2012 and plans on starting 

the development process on the additional 17 

acres of land across from the existing Park 

that was acquired by the Township in 2011. 

Hopewell Township’s Police Department can 

expect to receive two new 2013 Ford Taurus 

Interceptors. Hopewell Township’s Public 

Works Department will receive a 2013 Ford 

F350 super duty utility truck as well as a 2013 

Terrastar SFA 4x4 one ton dump truck. 

Township residents in 2013 will be able to 

continue to put their grass clippings in bags 

for curbside collection with their normally 

scheduled garbage collection by Waste 

Management on Mondays at no additional 

cost to the residents. The Township 

Administration office in 2013 will continue the 

photo ID system for the residents wishing to 

use the Township Depository. All residents 

who wish to use the Depository will be 

required to have a photo ID, which requires 

an annual fee of $20.00. Residents who are 

65 years of age or older are exempt from the 

annual fee, but are still required to have a 

photo ID in order to enter the Depository. The 

Administration office in 2013 will be working 

on a new call complaint system where 

residents will be able to log in complaints via 

the Township website, receive a confirmation 

of receipt, and email confirmation when the 

complaint has been satisfied. The Township 

believes this system will help us be more 

efficient in responding to and tracking 

residential complaints. 

Please remember, if you notice a street light 

that is burned out or blinking, please report 

the pole number or the street address that is 

closest to the pole, to the Township at 

(724)-378-1460, ext. 100. Please be 

reminded that the Township pays Duquesne 

Light for the street lights regardless if the light 

is working or not. Therefore, the Township 

appreciates your support in reporting any 

inoperable street lights when you see them. 

Please also note that Hopewell Township has 

a solicitor ordinance for solicitation within the 

Township. Any salesperson who comes to 

your door must have photo ID permit badge 

issued by the Township. Solicitors are not 

allowed to be in the Township after 5pm and 

never on Sundays. If a salesperson comes to 

your door and does not have an ID badge, is 

there after 5pm, or on Sundays please call the 

Hopewell Township Police Department by 

dialing 911. 

Lastly, the Township is always looking for 

volunteers for various Boards, recreation and 

community activities it holds throughout the 

year. If you would like to get involved, please 

contact the office or stop by the Municipal 

building for more information.

A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT 

As President of the Board of Commissioners for Hopewell 

Township, I would like to welcome all of the citizens of Hopewell 

Township to our 2013 Newsletter. There is plenty of information 

throughout this newsletter for you to review and use for future 

reference. When you have questions with regards to any facet of 

Hopewell Township or need to contact a person associated with a 

certain department in the Township, you will find it in this newsletter. 

Please keep this 2013 Newsletter handy to refer to during the 

calendar year. 

This year’s major points of business for the Board of 

Commissioners, including myself, Vice-President Rich Bufalini, 

Brian Rohm, Joe Kusnir and Nick DiPietro, are the following 

benchmarks that have been achieved for the citizens of our 

Township: 

➢ Maintained our current tax rate at 14 mills (no tax increase) 

➢ Paved 11 roads in 2012 and reserved $300,000 for the 2013 

Road Program 

➢ We are in our second successful year of the Sewer Assistance 

Program 

➢ Invested $350,000 for a major upgrade for the Sharon Grange 

Pump Station 

➢ Wrote a grant for Hopewell Community Park and was awarded 

$87,000 through the Pennsylvania DCNR 

➢ Committed to a strategic marketing plan and investment 

schedule to move the Township forward for development in 2013 

with BrandMill Marketing 

This is my tenth year as a member of the Board of 

Commissioners for Hopewell Township, and the progress we are 

making as a Board united in bringing the best in municipal 

Board of Commissioners for Hopewell Township (from left to right): Norm Kraus, Jr., 

President; Brian Rohm; Nick DiPietro; Rich Bufalini, Vice President; Joe Kusnir 

BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS 

NORM KRAUS, JR. 

Township Commissioner 

President 

government service to the 

citizens of Hopewell Township is 

gratifying. Township Manager 

Andy Brunette has spearheaded 

several business initiatives on 

behalf of our Township that has 

Norm is a graduate of Hopewell 

High School and holds a BA in 

Broadcast Journalism and 

Speech Communications. He 

and his wife, Margaret, have 

been married for 25 years and 

have three children. Norm is in 

his third term as a Hopewell 

Township Commissioner and is 

President of the Beaver County 

American Legion Baseball 

League, the Hopewell High 

School Baseball Boosters, and 

the Penn State Beaver Alumni 

Society Board. Norm is an 

active member of Our Lady of 

Fatima Church, Knights of 

Columbus, Hopewell 

Quarterback Club, the Penn 

State Alumni Association and 

the Nittany Lion Club. 

put us ahead of anyone else in Beaver County. In sporting terms, 

we have the “best team” any municipality can have with our Police 

Department, Public Works Department, our Parks and Recreation 

Department, the Sewer Department and our Support Staff in the 

Township building. Our Board of Commissioners appreciates and 

wants to recognize all of our Township employees for their 

dedication to service on behalf of the residents of Hopewell 

Township. 

In closing, I want to assure all of our residents that the Hopewell 

Township Board of Commissioners will continue to be fiscally 

responsible and aggressively seek new business opportunities for 

our Township. These developments will increase our tax base so 

we can avoid raising your property taxes. We will work with our 

county- and state-elected government officials to advance the 

business agenda for our Township and solve any issues that may 

arise over the course of the year. You are welcome at any of our 

Workshop or Business Meetings which are held on the second and 

fourth Mondays of every month, respectively. We encourage your 

input about any matters that concern you. If you need answers 

from our Board or any other department in the township, please 

call or send an e-mail and we will do our best to resolve the issue. 

Wishing all of you a happy and healthy 2013! 

Sincerely, 

Norm Kraus, Jr. 

Hopewell Township Board of Commissioners President 

Hopewell Township LIONS CLUB has an invitation for you! 

Come join our team of community members in our mission of helping the blind and the sight impaired. 

What do we do? Our work as community activists supports the mission of the Lions club by: 

• Providing monies for glasses to those in need who cannot otherwise afford them. 

• Volunteering to assist with vision screening to pre-school and kindergarten children. 

• Providing financial support and helping hands to Beacon Lodge, a recreation camp for the sight impaired. 

• Supporting the training of and helping to provide leader dogs for the blind. 

Does your community spirit need re-energized? Why not come to a meeting and see what it means to be a Lion. We meet on 

the first and the third Wednesday of the month at the J.W. Halls Restaurant in Hopewell Township. The meeting starts at 6:30 

PM and we always make time to enjoy a pleasant meal together. If you would like more information on becoming part of this 

team of community minded folks, please contact Mary Lou Isabella at (724) 375-8551. 

If we do a little . . . imagine the possibilities! 

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TOWNSHIP ZONING & PLANNING OFFICE 

Need information about your property, zoning questions, ordinances, rules and regulations, building permits, zoning permits??? Feel free to call the Township Zoning Office . 

The Hopewell Township Planning Commission meets the forth (4th) Thursday of the month. The Hopewell Township Zoning Hearing Board meets as needed upon application. 

Visit the Planning and Zoning Link on the website for downloading applications for: 

• Building Permits, Electrical, 

Plumbing, Mechanical 

• Sign Permits 

JOHN BATES 

Hopewell Township 

Zoning Officer 

Emergency Management 

Coordinator 

724-375-3112 x107 

zoningofficer@hopewelltwp.com 

BUILDING & DEVELOPMENT REPORT 

It is great to report that the rezoning of a parcel of land by the Township Commissioners in 2003 on Sohn 

Road has resulted in the construction of 100 new single family homes. The “Sweet Brier” Plan was 

developed by Maronda Homes, Imperial, PA. There are some great views overlooking the Ohio River and 

the final few homes are almost complete. Next, the Township is looking forward to the construction of 

another Maronda Homes subdivision of new homes. The proposed “Clairmont Manor” Plan will also result 

in 100 new housing units. The Plan is located on Brodhead Road off Tee Line Drive. A second access 

will be from a new street, aka, “Casey Drive” via Creese Street at Five Points. The successful completion 

of this plan will insure a steady influx of new housing starts for the Township. Final planning and approvals 

have not been finalized at this time but hopefully 2013 will conclude the agreements to allow this plan to 

get underway. 

Equally exciting is the continuing construction of the Patio Homes at the Village at Beaver Lakes. Minton 

& Sons are continuing constructing eight, four unit homes resulting in thirty-two (32) units. This housing 

is very upscale design and for some, a dream comes true to be living along the gorgeous Shadow Lakes 

Golf Club. 

Looking throughout the rest of the Township, new home construction continues at a much smaller scale 

due to the availability of building lots, however, new housing starts do occur at various locations. Bachman 

Builder’s have lots available at Valleyview Avenue off Kane Road for new home construction. 

Likewise, the Township has realized the completion of the construction of the forty (40) unit “Westfield 

Towers” building designed strictly for area senior citizens age sixty-two (62) or older. This plan was 

awarded federal funding obtained through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development. The 

creation of this new affordable housing will be a welcome addition to our existing housing stock. The building 

is located on Westfield Drive near the Hopewell Exit of Rt. 376. 

Consequently, the Township’s is fortunate to have a variety of housing types in today’s real estate market. The existing inventory of 

homes are being maintained, upgraded and holding their values, while the addition of new and different types of housing will insure a 

diverse mix of stock, to uphold values in the future. Further in this report, you will see the importance of zoning regulations in effect to 

this end. 

Moreover, the purpose of the following ordinances found in this report are to promote, protect and facilitate the public health, safety, 

general welfare and practical community development in order to accommodate reasonable overall community growth and to prevent 

blighting conditions and hazards These are the basic provisions of Community Development Objectives on which these Ordinances 

are based. 

In the way of Non-Residential Building, 2012 had many highlights that are noteworthy. The Beaver County Corporation for Economic 

Development proceeded with grading for additional site development at the Hopewell Industrial Park while Service Link continued 

interior renovations for tenant space improvements. Also, American Precision Powder Coating renovated & opened at the Airport Road 

Industrial Park. At our Shopping Centers, Roses Express, variety wholesalers, Forever Pittsburgh Sports Memorabilia and Aimee’s 

Floral & More opened at the Hopewell Shopping Center. At the Green Garden Plaza, The Palms Brazilian Steakhouse, a 6800 sq. ft. 

restaurant, suited for banquets & weddings, now provides a unique dining experience. The Hopewell Deli & More changed and 

expanded and continues at the Crestmont Center. Further, the latest service provider would be Skyline Chiropractic, owned by Ronald 

Zorn, which opened at 2253 Brodhead Road. Skyline provides complete chiropractic services. These projects add to the overall 

assessment value of the Township’s total worth and will provide a foundation for other businesses to locate, renovate or expand, 

providing for future growth. 

John Bates, Zoning Officer 

• Zoning Permits, sheds, 

decks, fences 

• Sign Permits 

HOPEWELL TOWNSHIP ZONING OFFICE 

• Occupancy for Business 

• Grading & Filling 

• Hauling Loads on Twp Roads 

• Street Openings 

• Road Bonds 

• Yard Sales 

724-375-3112, x107 

• Subdivision Applications 

• Land Development Applications 

• Sewage Planning Modules 

Building/Zoning Permits 

A Building / Zoning Permit shall be required prior to the beginning of the erection, construction, alteration or addition to any building 

or portion thereof situate in Hopewell Township. 

• Zoning Permits are issued for sheds, decks, out buildings, fences and other accessory projects. 

• Please apply for the proper permit prior to the commencement of your project. 

• It is illegal to erect a fence without a Zoning Permit. 

• Violators could be made to remove the construction and be cited before 

the District Magistrate 

If you need to apply for a Building or Zoning Permit, don’t wait until the last minute or start the job first. Planning is very important. 

It is possible that you may not be able to do the project exactly the way you wanted because of zoning or subdivision regulations. This 

oversight can be timely and costly. Take the time to inquire. 

Call the Zoning Office at 724-375-3112. 

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HOPEWELL TOWNSHIP ZONING ORDINANCE 2004-01 


Rules and Regulations 

The following information is some of the most basic regulations that are found in the Hopewell Township Zoning Ordinance 

2004-01. These rules are in effect and are to be complied with by all property owners or users of real property within 

Hopewell Township. These regulations have been formulated over the years and are provided for the health, safety and 

welfare of all of Hopewell Township. For a complete look at the entire Zoning Ordinance, please see the Planning & Zoning 

link on the Hopewell Township website at hopewelltwp.com. 

ARTICLE XXII “SUPPLEMENTAL REGULATIONS” 

SECTION 2200 “CELLAR DWELLINGS” 

SECTION 2201 “CLEAR SIGHT TRIANGLE” 

SECTION 2202 “CONSTRUCTION OF AN ACCESSORY BUILDING” 

SECTION 2203 “FENCES HEDGES AND BUFFERYARDS” 

SECTION 2204 “GENERAL STORAGE” 

SECTION 2206 “JUNK YARDS” 

SECTION 2207 “PATIOS” 

SECTION 2208 “PRIVATE SWIMMING POOLS” 

SECTION 2209 “RECREATIONAL VEHICLES 

AND RECREATIONAL EQUIPMENT” 

SECTION 2210 “MOBILE HOMES” 

SECTION 2213 “HOME OCCUPATION” 

SECTION 2214 “TEMPORARY USES” 

SECTION 2217 “PERFORMANCE STANDARDS” 

The zoning hearing board is created to help assure fair and 

equitable application and administration of the zoning 

ordinance. It is a “local court” for zoning matters. The board 

can hear various appeals and can grant relief from the literal 

enforcement of the ordinance. It must, however, follow the 

procedures prescribed by the zoning ordinance and by the 

Municipal Planning Code (MPC) and can neither make nor 

modify policy. 

The zoning hearing board has specific function in nine areas. 

These are the nine areas: 

• Substantive challenges to the validity of any land use 

ordinance; 

• Challenges raising procedural questions or alleged defects in 

the enactment or adoption process of a land use ordinance; 

• Appeals from the determination of the zoning officer 

• Appeals from a determination by the municipal engineer or 

the zoning officer with regards to the administration of any 

flood plain or flood hazard regulations; 

OTHER INDIVIDUAL TOWNSHIP ORDINANCES 

S P E C I F I C O R D I N A N C E R E G U L AT I O N S 

Please access our website, www.hopewelltwp.com, for complete 

explanations for the following ordinances. If you do not have access 

to a computer, please call the Township Building at 724-378-1460 or 

call the Zoning Officer at 724-375-3112 Ext. 107. 

• ORDINANCE NO. 96-12 Address Identification 

• ORDINANCE NO. 93-1 Use of motor vehicles on private property 

• ORDINANCE NO. 93-9 Garbage receptacles 

• ORDINANCE NO. 93-10 Outdoor burning 

• ORDINANCE NO. 77-6 Dog waste and leash law 

• ORDINANCE NO. 79-6 Grading, filling and excavating 

• ORDINANCE NO. 08-03 Portable storage units 

• ORDINANCE NO. 08-13 Sidewalks 

• ORDINANCE 72-10 Grass, weeds, yard waste and ground 

cover vegetation 

HOPEWELL TOWNSHIP PLANNING COMMISSION AND APPEALS BOARDS 

The Hopewell Township Planning Commission meets on the 

fourth Thursday of each month unless advertised. The 

Planning Commission performs many diverse functions for the 

Planning and Development of Hopewell Township. As authorized 

by the Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code the powers 

and duties of the Planning Commission include but are not limited 

to 1.) preparing the comprehensive plan for the development of 

the municipality, 2.) make recommendations concerning 

amendments to the official map of the Twp., 3.) make 

recommendations concerning amendments to the zoning 

Bob Williams, Chairman 

Mark Nelson, Vice Chairman 

John Schafer, Secretary 

Members of the Planning Commission for 2013 

Tom King 

James Douds, Jr. 

Dale Wachter 

THE HOPEWELL TOWNSHIP ZONING HEARING BOARD 

ordinance and other ordinances of the Twp., 4) recommend and 

administer subdivision, land development and planned 

residential development regulations, 5.) promote public interest 

in and understanding of, the comprehensive plan and planning, 

6.) hold public meeting and hearings, 7.) present testimony before 

any board, and 8.) review the zoning ordinance, subdivision and 

land development ordinance, official map, planned residential 

development regulations and such other ordinances and 

regulations governing the development of land and make 

recommendations concerning the administration of such. 

David Bufalini 

George Medich 

Kelly Tocci, Solicitor 

Maria Stratakis Hartman, 

Engineer 

• Applications for variances; 

• Applications for special exceptions; 

• Appeals from determinations regarding the administration of 

transfers of development rights or performance density 

provisions; 

• Appeals from the zoning officer’s determination regarding 

preliminary opinions; and 

• Appeals from the municipal engineer’s or zoning officer’s 

determination tin the administration of any land use ordinance 

regarding stormwater management and erosion and sediment 

control not involving subdivision, land development or 

planned residential development applications. 

Members of the Zoning Hearing Board for 2010 

Dan Mraovich Dave Leipchak 

Ron Constanza Jeff Mateer 

George Patterson, Solicitor 


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THE HOPEWELL TOWNSHIP BUILDING CODE APPEALS BOARD 

The building code appeals board hears and decides appeals of orders, decisions or determinations made by the building official 

relative to the application and interpretation of the building code. Applications for appeals shall be based on a claim the true intent 

of the code or the rules legally adopted thereunder have been interpreted, the provisions of the code do not fully apply, or an equally 

good or better form of construction is proposed. The board shall have no authority to waive requirements of the code. 

Members of the Building Code Appeals Board 

Fred Bologna, Jr. Robert Silvestri Rick Miller Randy Vanelli Donald Fluharty 

Mitchel Shahen, Solicitor 

HOPEWELL TOWNSHIP EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY 

The Hopewell Township Emergency Operations Plan (EOP) is an all hazards plan consisting of a basic plan and position specific Standard Operating 

Procedures (SOPs). Contained within many of the SOPs are “Nuclear Power Plant Incident Response Actions”. 

The Hopewell Township EOP employs a multi-agency operational structure that uses the Incident Management System based upon the National 

Incident Management System (NIMS). 

The purpose of the EOP is to provide for the protection of persons and property in Hopewell Township in the event of a natural or man-caused 

emergency or disaster, in accordance with the Pennsylvania Emergency Management Services Code, 35 Pa. C.S., Sections 7101-7707, also referenced 

as P.L. 1332. 

The EOP establishes procedures to alert the public and provide information and appropriate protective action instructions, if necessary. Also, the 

Plan provides for coordination and use of available Township resources during an emergency. 

The EOP defines the role and responsibilities of Township Officials and the Emergency Management Coordinator(s). The response plan defines 

emergency functions and makes assignments to Township and volunteer staff. 

The response plan is designed to assure coordination and cooperation with County efforts in accordance with the Beaver County Emergency 

Operations Plan. 

The hazards that pose the potential threats to Hopewell Township are: flooding, hazardous materials accidents, storms, tornadoes, dam failure, 

droughts, nuclear power plant accidents and nuclear attacks. 

The Emergency Operations Plan covers a wide range of possibilities from slowly developing emergencies to disasters without warning. It is intended 

to cover disasters resulting from any hazards whether of great magnitude or localized in their impact. 

The Board of Commissioners is responsible for the protection and safety of the public in Hopewell Township and will exercise direction and control 

of its Emergency Management Agency and response activities within the Township. 


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PARK FEST ENTERTAINMENT ENTERTAINMENT 2013 

Friday, July 12 - 5 to 10 pm 

5 – 5:30 p.m. ~ Taylor Sisters ~ Main Stage 

5 – 10 p.m. DJ Chuck Webb - Pavilion 1 

5:30 – 7 p.m. ~ The Rez ~ Main Stage 

7 – 7:30 p.m. ~ Frank Capri, Musician & Entertainer 

7:30 – 10 p.m. Jukebox Band - Main Stage 

10 p.m. ~Fireworks Over the Lake 

Saturday, July 13 - 5 to 10 p.m. 

5 – 5:30 p.m. ~ Dena Stewart ~ Main Stage 

5:30 – 6 p.m. ~ Frank Capri, Musician & Entertainer 

6 – 7:30 p.m. ~ Blue and Evil ~ Main Stage 

8 –10 p.m. ~ Stryke 3 Band ~ Main Stage 

10:00 p.m. ~ Fireworks Over the Lake 

Sunday, July 4 - Noon to 5 p.m. 

12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. ~ Taylor Sisters ~ Main Stage 

1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. ~ Johnny Holiday ~ Main Stage 

3:30 p.m. – 5:00 p.m. ~ El Dorado ~ Main Stage 

Hopewell Park Board & B.F. Jones Library will be hosting 

“2013 MOVIES IN THE PARK” 

at Hopewell Community Park, 2500 Laird Drive, Aliquippa, PA 

Concession Stand will be open. FREE ADMISSION 

Movies will be shown at 9PM in Pavilion 3 

June 13 ~ The Hunger Games 

June 27 ~ Madagascar 3 

July 25 ~ Brave 

August 8 ~ Rise of the Guardians 

August 15 ~ Men in Black 3 

Concerts in the Park 

JUNE 4 ~ Monaca Cornet Band 

JUNE 11 ~ Beaver County 

Wind Symphony 

JUNE 18 ~ Hopewell 

Community Big Band 

More Live Entertainment including 

Local dance and 

cheer groups, jugglers and animals. 

Also, face painting, horse-pulled 

carriage rides (Sunday), kid’s train, 

paddle boats, contests, rides, dunk 

tank, great food, kid’s activities and 

huge fun for teens! 

Catch a FREE shuttle 

to Park Fest at Hopewell 

Elementary School, Kane Road, 

or Margaret Ross Elementary School, 

Maratta Road. 

THE ONLY WAY TO RIDE! 

Parking permits issued only to 

Park Fest workers, vendors 

and entertainers. 

BRING THE FAMILY! 

TELL YOUR FRIENDS! 

JUNE 25 ~ Metropolitan Italian 

Symphonic Band 

JULY 2 ~ West Hills Symphonic Band 

JULY 9 ~ San Rocco Band ~ NEW! 

All concerts at 7:00 pm at Hopewell Community Park Pavilion 1. Bring your lawn 

chair and enjoy a great evening of music. 

Rain Location: Hopewell Memorial Jr. High School 

Returning this year--SUMMER JUNIOR TENNIS PROGRAM! ~ For grades K-12 

Session 1: June 10-June 28 

Session 2: July 5-August 2 ~ Monday, Wednesday and Friday at Jr. High Tennis Courts 

9-10 am – K-5th grade; 10-11:30 – Grades 6-8; 11:30-1 – Grades 9-12 

Sponsored by Hopewell Township in cooperation with Tennis4Kids and under the 

direction of a certified US Professional Tennis Association Instructor. 

Details and Registration Form at the Municipal Building or at www.hopewelltwp.com.

CAMP LAKEWOOD 

Camp Lakewood is more than just a time for children ages 4-13 to experience the 

great outdoors and learn camping skills. The Hopewell Recreation Staff is trained 

to encourage each child to reach their highest potential while having fun in a safe 

environment that promotes interest in nature, community and teamwork. Kids participate 

in age-appropriate themed activities including games, crafts and special events. 

Campers attend day camp Monday through Thursday at the scheduled times then return Thursday evening at 8:00 pm 

for night games, a campfire and a sleepover in the Nature Center. Kids get picked up by 8:00 am Friday morning. 

SESSION DATES TIME AGE GROUP 

Session #1 June 17 – 21 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Ages 4-8 (snack provided) 

Session #2 June 24 - 28 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Ages 4-8 (snack provided) 

Session #3 July 15 - 19 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Ages 9-13 (bring a lunch) 

Session #4 July 22 - 26 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Ages 4-8 (snack provided) 

Session #5 July 29 - August 2 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Ages 4-8 (snack provided) 

Session #6 August 5 - 9 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Ages 4-8 (snack provided) 

Session #7 August 12 - 16 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Ages 9-13 (bring a lunch) 

Session #8 August 19 - 23 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Ages 4-8 (snack provided) 

DUE AT REGISTRATION: $35 FOR HOPEWELL TOWNSHIP RESIDENTS (MUST PRESENT IDENTIFICATION). 

$50 FOR NON-RESIDENT CAMPERS 

REGISTER AT HOPEWELL PARK 

Saturday, May 4 8:00 am - 1:00 pm 

Sunday, May 5 8:00 am - 11:00 am 

Saturday, May 18 8:00 am - Noon 

Park Donations 

The Hopewell Township Recreation Department is looking for the following items for their recreation activities: 

• colored or white tissue paper 

• wrapping paper 

• holiday decorations 

Sessions for 4-8 year olds are l 

imited to 20 campers. 

Sessions for 9-13 year olds are 

limited to 30 campers. 

Reservations are made on a first come-first 

served basis. Limited to one session per child. 

You may choose a second session and be 

placed on a waiting list. 

ITEMS NEEDED: 

• linens 

• sporting equipment 

• craft supplies 

• holiday greeting cards 

NEW AT THE PARK 

built by Greg Prodonovich 

REGISTER AT HOPEWELL TOWNSHIP 

MUNICIPAL BUILDING 

Friday, May 10 10:00 am - 2:00 pm 

Saturday, May 11 9:00 am - Noon 

• paper products 

• kitchen utensils 

• appliances 

SANDBOX WATERFALL 

NO SMOKING IN 

CHILD PLAY AND 

EATING AREAS 

MEET OUR ENGINEER........ MARIE STRATAKIS HARTMAN 

Marie received her B.S. and M.S. Degrees in Engineering from the University of Pittsburgh and a 

Business Degree from Robert Morris. She and her husband Carl and four children. Marie works 

closely with the Road, Sewer and Park Departments and is dedicated to the advancement of 

Hopewell Township. 

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RECREATION ACTIVITIES 

“Meet Pam Fiejdasz, Recreation Director” 

Pam is a graduate of Hopewell High School and holds Bachelor’s Degrees in Recreation 

Management and Elementary Education from Slippery Rock University. She and her 

daughter enjoy outdoor activities and serving the community. Her goal as Recreation 

Director of Hopewell Township is to provide fun, memorable and worthwhile activities that 

promote beneficial living and positive community interaction. “SEE YOU AT THE PARK!!” 

HUMBUGS STORY TIME .......................................................... 

Presented by B.F. Jones Memorial Library 

Fridays at 10:30 at Hopewell Municipal Building. Stories, songs, fingerplays and 

a craft. All children age 6 and under are welcome. Presented by Story Tellers 

from BF Jones Memorial Library. Drink and snack will be provided. Go to www.hopewelltwp.com for 

dates of upcoming sessions. 

MOVIES IN THE PARK .............................................June 13 & 27, July 25, August 8 & 15 

Sponsored by Hopewell Township and the Park and Recreation Board 

Free Admission! Movies shown at dusk in Pavilion #3. This year’s schedule will present The 

Hunger Games, Madagascar 3, Brave, Rise of the Guardians, and Men In Black 3. Concession 

Stand will be open for snacks and treats! 

YOUTH FISHING DERBY .........................................................................Saturday May 4, 2013 

Sponsored by the Beaver County Sportsmen's Conservation League 

Our annual Youth Fishing Derby will be held at Hopewell Community Park. This event is for children 

under the age of 16. This event is FREE! Prizes are awarded based on the most fish caught, biggest 

fish caught, and most trout caught. Door prizes are awarded to participants throughout the day. Bait will 

be sold at the park. The Concession Stand will be open. Registration begins at 8:00 AM and fishing 

begins at 9:00 AM. Camp Lakewood registrations will be taken from 8 am to 1 pm. 

ADULT FISHING DERBY ................................................................Sunday May 5, 2013 


Our annual Adult Fishing Derby will be held at the Hopewell Community Park. You must have a valid Trout 

Fishing License for this event. The cost is $3.00 per rod and there is a 2-rod per person limit. Prizes are 

awarded for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place, based on the largest trout caught. In the event of a tie, the prize will 

be awarded for the trout caught earliest in the event. Door prizes are awarded throughout the day. Bait 

will be sold at the park. The concession stand will be open. Registration begins at 6:00 Am and fishing 

begins at 7:00 AM. Camp Lakewood reservations will be taken from 8 to 11 am. 

PAM FIEJDASZ 


Recreation Director 

REC-ON-THE-RUN .......................................................................June 10 thru August 23, 2013 


This program is for school-aged children. During the summer the Recreation Staff will travel to 

Independence Square, Hopewell Township Municipal Building, Clearview Estates, Treehaven Pool, 

and the Hopewell Baseball Fields behind Kane Road Elementary School to make crafts, play 

games, and have fun! Look for the Hopewell School Van! A schedule will be distributed throughout 

the Hopewell Elementary Schools and it will also be announced in the Beaver County Times or you 

may call the Hopewell Township Building for more information. 

CAMP LAKEWOOD........................................................................June 17 thru August 23, 2013 


Children experience nature, canoeing, paddle boating, crafts, games, and more! Campers aged 4-8 and 9-13 can interact 

in their respective age groups and make new friends as they enjoy the great outdoors. This is held at Hopewell 

Community Park, Monday through Thursday, with a sleep over Thursday evening concluding the week. 

Thursday evening's activities begin at 8:00 PM. Children will play games, roast hot dogs, and sleep in 

the Nature Center until 8:00 Am Friday morning. The fee is $35 for residents of Hopewell Township 

and $50 for non-resident campers. Sessions are strictly limited in size and are filled on a first-come 

first-serve basis. Registration begins May 4, 2013. 

CONCERTS IN THE PARK ................................June 4, 11, 18, 25 & July 2 & 9 


Local big bands will present FREE concerts at Hopewell Community Park in Pavilion 1. All 

concerts will be held on Tuesday evenings and will begin at 7:00 PM. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy 

a relaxing evening. In case of rain the concerts will be held at Hopewell Junior High School.

PARK FEST ................................................................................. July 12, 13, 14, 2013 


Park Fest is our Annual Festival at Hopewell Community Park. This event features live entertainment, food, 

rides, kid games, vendors, and much more! There is a FREE Shuttle Service from Hopewell Elementary 

(Kane Road) and Margaret Ross Elementary (Maratta Road). THERE WILL BE NO PARKING AT THE 

PARK FOR THIS EVENT! Fireworks will be at 10:00 pm on FRIDAY AND SATURDAY nights. Hours are 

5-10 pm Friday and Saturday and Noon to 5 pm on Sunday. 

BBQ COOK OFF AND BLUES FEST “2” ....................................Saturday, September, 14, 2013 

Sponsored by Hopewell Township and the Park and Recreation Board. Noon to 9 pm 

Fire up your grill and bring your best sauce to our “Amateur Bar-B-Que and Chili Cook Off” at Hopewell 

Community Park! If you’ve got the meat, you can compete! All contestants will be judged according to taste, 

tenderness and visual presentation to win cash prizes. Enjoy live music, cold beer and great food from local 

restaurants. 

LABOR DAY CAR CRUISE......................................................Monday, September 2, 2013 

Sponsored by Hopewell Township and the Park and Recreation Board 11 am – 4 pm 

Bring your new, classic, antique, hot/street rod or motorcycle to Hopewell Park and receive a Participant Dash 

Plaque. Or just bring yourself and enjoy a day at the Park with great food, drinks and music! Please call 

724-462-6236 for more information. 

FALL FEST & PANCAKE BREAKFAST...............................................................Sunday, October 13, 2013 

Sponsored by Hopewell Township and Park and Recreation Board. 

Pancake Breakfast from 8 – 11 am. Festival continues until 5 pm. 

Our annual Fall Fest is held at Hopewell Community Park from 11:00 AM until 5:00 PM. 

Kids of all ages will enjoy a festive day filled with fun activities that include a barnyard petting zoo, wild life 

animal show and inflatable obstacle course and bounce house. There will be a corn maze, games, crafts, 

hayrides, paddleboats, balloon sculptures and a pumpkin painting contest. The concession stand will be 

open serving your favorite drinks and treats. This event is a great way to enjoy the beauty of Autumn at your park! 

VISIT WITH SANTA .................................................Saturday, December 7, 2013 


The Nature Center will be bustling with Christmas excitement from 11:00 am to 2:00 pm when Santa arrives at 

Hopewell Community Park. Jolly Ole’ St. Nick will be available for photos so bring your camera! Cookies, crafts and 

fun activities for your little elves will complete your day and get your holiday season off to a fantastic start! 

HOPEWELL AREA SCHOOL DISTRICT 

2354 Brodhead Road • Aliquippa, PA 15001 • 724-375-6691 

DISTRICT ADMINISTRATION: 

Dr. Charles M. Reina, Superintendent 

Johannah M. Robb, CPA, Business Administrator 

Kellee Snyder, School Psychologist 

Dr. Lynn Utchell, Director of Special Education 

Judy Mihok, Director of Curriculum & Instruction 

BOARD OF DIRECTORS 

David H. Bufalini, President 

John Bowden 

David Ciccone 

Lesia Dobo 

Rob Harmotto 

Michael Johnston 

The Hopewell Park Board always welcomes new volunteers and fresh ideas. If you are interested 

in joining us, please call me at 724-462-6236. Your help and donations are very much appreciated! 

HUMBUGS STORY TIME 

at Hopewell Municipal Building • Fridays at 10:30 a.m. (call for session dates) 

Stories, songs, fingerplays and a craft. All children ages 6 and under are welcome! 

Presented by: StoryTellers from B.F. Jones Memorial Library 

B. F. JONES MEMORIAL LIBRARY 

Aliquippa District Library Center 663 Franklin Avenue• Aliquippa, PA 15001 • 724-375-2900 x106 

LIBRARY HOURS 

Mon-Weds 9 – 7:30pm • Thurs-Sat 9 – 5pm • Sunday-CLOSED 

www.beaverlibraries.org/aliquippa.asp 

Lori McKittrick 

Daniel Santia 

Jeffery D. Winkle 

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HOPEWELL TOWNSHIP PARKS AND RECREATION 

REC-ON-THE-RUN SCHEDULE 2013 

Rec-On-The-Run is a FREE PROGRAM for school-aged children (4-13) in the Hopewell Area School District. No need 

to register! Just show up at the designated times and locations and join in the fun! We offer organized games, crafts 

and themed activities for LOADS OF FUN! Please send a bottle of cold water with your child each day. 

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 

10am - Noon 10am - Noon 10am - Noon 10am - Noon 

Independence Square Kane Road School Independence Square Kane Road School 

1pm - 3pm 1pm - 3pm 1pm - 3pm 1pm - 3pm 1pm - 3pm 

Hopewell Municipal Bldg Clearview Pool Hopewell Municipal Bldg Clearview Pool Treehaven Pool 

REC-ON-THE-RUN JUNE 2013 

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 

9 10 11 12 13 14 15 

CARNIVAL 

HOPEWELL GLADIATORS 

16 17 18 19 20 21 22 

PETS 

23 24 25 26 27 28 29 

CRAZY HATS 

REC-ON-THE-RUN JULY 2013 


1 2 3 4 5 6 

HIT THE TARGET 

N O 

COUNTRY COUNTRY 

7 8 9 10 11 12 13 

WIZARD 

Magic & Potions 

OLYMPICS 

JUNGLE 

R E C - O N - 

T H E - R U N 

MOVIE AT TOWNSHIP BUILDING 

Popcorn, Drink & a Cool Craft! 

14 15 16 17 18 19 20 

TALENT SHOW 

Karaoke or Your Coice of Talent 

FAVORITE TEAM DAY 

Wear Your Sport Jersy & Cheer for Your Team! 

21 22 23 24 25 26 27 

STAR WARS SURVIVOR 

28 29 30 31 1 2 3 

RETRO REC 

DISNEY 

REC-ON-THE-RUN AUGUST 2013 


4 5 6 7 8 9 10 

DANCE PARTY 

11 12 13 14 15 16 17 

PREHISTORIC BEACH blast 

17 19 20 21 22 23 24 

“HOT WHEELS” 

It’s Race Day at Rec-On-The-Run! 

SHOW ‘N TELL 

Bring Your Favorite Thing and Tell Us Why It Is! 

PIZZA PARTY! 

Free Pizza, Drink & Games to Close the Summer!

Located on Laird Road, which connects to Kane Road and Brodhead Road 

Hopewell Community Park can be reached 

from Brodhead or Kane Road and has five 

woodland hiking trails, including a Sensory 

Awareness/Tree Identification trail and fitness trail, four 

picnic pavilions, playground, paddleboats and covered 

bridge. The Larry Blaney Nature Center sits among 78 

picturesque acres. Hopewell Community Park, formerly 

Lakewood Park, is open to the public and boasts a beautiful 

2 acre spring-fed stocked fishing lake with accessible 

fishing pier. Tramp Mill Run meanders through the center of 

the park which teems with natural wildlife. Numerous youth 

camps and community events are held during the year 

through the efforts of the Recreation Department and Parks 

and Recreation Board. All pavilions and the Nature Center 

are available for rental by visiting the Municipal Building. 

For information, please call 724-378-1460. 

RECREATION DIRECTOR: Pam Fiejdasz 

can be reached at recdirector@hopewelltwp.com 

or 724-462-6236 

PARK MAINTENANCE 

Carl Wagner, Superintendent - park@hopewelltwp.com 

Joe Sullivan, Jr. 

John Keck 

Joe Durinsky 

PARK BOARD 

Brad Batchelor 

Pam Fiejdasz 

Anthony Altieri 

The Park Board meets the first Tuesday of each month 

at 6:00 p.m. at the Municipal Building. 

HOPEWELL COMMUNITY PARK-RULES & REGULATIONS 

1. Park hours are 8:00 am to 10:00 pm-winter 8:00 am 

until dusk. 

2. No bench or table is to be changed or removed without 

township approval. 

3. Do not deface, injure, remove, cut or damage any of the 

trees, plants, shrubs, turf, buildings or fixtures. 

4. Do not annoy others in the park. 

5. No persons or group totaling 10 or more can gather in a 

park pavilion without a Township permit. 

6. Use of shelters by permit only. Each permit requires a 

deposit and rental fee. 

7. ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES are RESTRICTED. Alcohol 

may be consumed if the following condition is met: more 

food than alcohol is present. Consumption of alcohol by 

underage persons is illegal and strictly prohibited. 

8. The exclusive use of alcohol is not permitted in the park. 

9. Do not set up a booth, table or stand for the sale of any 

articles without written Township consent.. 

10. No dumping of garbage, waste or litter in the park. 

11. Do not deface any posted notice or regulation. 

12. Do not place any notice or placard without Township 

approval. 

13. No open fires permitted. Fires only made in stoves or 

Jackie 

Zelechowski 

special fireplaces provided. Charcoal or wood fires only. 

Do not use park wood. 

14. No discharging of firearms, archery or other propelled 

devices in the park. 

15. No hunting or trapping on park property. 

16. No unlicensed vehicle, all-terrain vehicle or motorcycle or 

dirt bike in the park. 

17. Do not bring pets into the park. 

18. No swimming, skating or boating in or on the park lake, 

unless approved by the Township. 

19. No sledding in the park. 

20. Do not exceed the 5 mph park speed limit. Do not park in 

the grass or along the park road areas. 

21. Do not climb, sit, stand or walk on any tree, sign, building 

or other park structures. 

22. No tents, shacks, shelters, trailers or other overnight 

camping structures permitted unless approved by the 


23. No hobby devices in the park unless approved by the 


24. No "live bait" fishing. 

25. No inflatable or playground apparatus will be permitted 

without approval of the Township Management. 

VIOLATIONS: of any of the above rules and regulations shall result, upon conviction, of a fine up to $300.00 and costs of 

prosecution for each and every offense.NOTICE: Please call the Hopewell Township Police Department or the Park Caretaker if 

you see any violation. Your help and concern will make our Community Park a better place to visit and enjoy. 

PERMIT INFORMATION: All permits required by this ordinance must be posted at specific confines at the park. For a permit or 

information call the Hopewell Township Municipal Building at 724-378-1460 between the hours of 8:30am to 4:30pm, Monday 

thru Friday. 

RULES FOR OUTDOOR BURNING 

OUTDOOR BURNING- no outdoor fire/burning of any nature or for any purpose shall be kindled or maintained in 

the township of Hopewell except as listed in the following: 

a) an outdoor fire may be maintained if done so pursuant to a permit from the Department of Environmental 

Resourses; any such fire shall only be maintained within the strict confines of said permit. 

b) An outdoor fire maybe kindled and maintained for cooking purposes so long as said fire is maintained only for 

cooking purposes. 

Not withstanding any other provision of this section, the Fire Marshall may prohibit any or all outdoor fires when 

atmospheric conditions or local circumstances make such fire hazardous. 

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Pavilions are available for rental beginning in 

mid-February of each year. Reservations must 

be made at the Municipal Building, 1700 Clark 

Blvd, Aliquippa, PA. RESERVATIONS CANNOT 

BE MADE OVER THE PHONE. Payment must be 

in the form of two checks, one for the rental fee and 

the other for the deposit, which is $50 for all 

rentals. The deposit check will be returned to you 

after your event, provided the pavilion area is left in 

good condition and all equipment (volleyball, 

horseshoes, etc.), is returned. 

The interior of the Larry Blaney Nature Center is 

being renovated to include wood floor refinishing, 

major cleaning, up-to-date lighting, air conditioning 

Pavilion Rental 

Information 

Information 

RENTAL FEES: 

$50 DEPOSIT ON ALL PAVILION RENTALS 

LocationFor Township Residents For Non-Residents 

Pavilion 1 $100 $125 

Pavilion 2 $75 $100 

Pavilion 3 $100 $125 

Pavilion 4 $75 $100 

Pavilion 

at Shadow Lakes $25 $50 

PAVILION 1 (as you come into the park) - Volleyball & Horseshoes 

PAVILION 2 (by the playground) 

PAVILION 3 (behind the Nature Center) - Volleyball & Horseshoes 

PAVILION 4 (behind the Lake) - Volleyball & Horseshoes 

and updated electric service. We hope these improvements will provide the residents and visitors of Hopewell Community Park with a 

comfortable and welcoming place to gather, as well as serve as an educational resource for all. The Park Board, Park Maintenance 

Staff and Commissioners would like our friend Bob, who donated time and materials to this project and many more hours and service 

to various events throughout the year. 

W I L L Y O U B E T H E W I N N E R O F 

T H E 3 r d A N N U A L P A V I L I O N G I V E A W A Y ? 

ARE YOU GOING TO NEED A PAVILION IN 2014? • WOULD YOU LIKE TO KNOW THE DATE IS YOURS? 

WOULD YOU LIKE TO SLEEP IN AND NOT WAIT IN LINE AT PAVILION REGISTRATION? 

THEN ENTER OUR 3rd ANNUAL PAVILION GIVEWAY CONTEST. 

THE WINNER WILL RECEIVE A FREE PAVILION FOR THE 2014 SEASON (Cleaning deposit is required) 

AND YOUR DATE WILL BE HELD FOR YOU! 

(Please have a choice of 2 Dates – As Township events take priority). 

ALL residents are eligible to participate. Just fill out this form and drop it in the mini pavilion box at Park Fest (July 12, 13 and 14). 

Winner will be announced Sunday, July 14, 2013 at 4:00 pm. 

NAME ____________________________________________________________________________________ 

ADDRESS__________________________________________________________________________________ 

PHONE NUMBER____________________________________________________________________________ 

DATE YOU WOULD LIKE HELD FOR YOU: 1st choice ________________ 2nd choice __________________ 

News For 2013 

Sewer Payment Options 

The sewer payment office has moved to the former Tax Office, lower level of the Municipal Building 

• At the Municipal Building Sewer Department Office, 1700 Clark Blvd, hours are 8:30 – 4:30. 

• Drop-Off Box inside the Main Entrance of the Municipal Building – checks only. 

• Night Drop Box at Municipal Building Parking Lot entrance, near Police Station, checks only. 

• ACH, Automated Clearing House, applications are available at www.hopewelltwp.com or at the 

Municipal Building. This is an automatic withdrawal of funds every quarter to pay your 

sewer bill. 

Applications for the 2014 Sewer Assistance Program can be printed from www.hopewelltwp.com or picked up 

at the Municipal Building. We will accept completed applications until January 31, 2014, either by mail or dropped off at the Municipal 

Building. Please follow the directions carefully and submit the proper documents with your application. 

!

RESOLUTION NO. R-2012-02 

News For 2013 continued 

Resolution No. R-2012-02 states that an annual fee of $20 be imposed…”for use of the Depository by any Township 

resident”. Any Township resident wishing to use the Depository must go to the Municipal Building on an annual basis 

to obtain a photo identification card. This card must be renewed annually and must be presented at the Depository 

each time a resident seeks to enter the Depository to deposit yard waste or construction material. Residents who are 

65 years of age or older are exempt from the annual $20.00 fee but must obtain a one-time photo identification which 

will reflect their exemption but will not require annual renewal. No person will be permitted to enter the Depository 

without a photo identification card. The Township retains the right to suspend, terminate or revoke Depository 

privileges at any time. Hopewell Township Depository is located at 1955 Sohn Road, just past Hopewell Sr. High 

School. 

Depository Schedule 

2013-2014 Depository Schedule 

Monday, Thursday and Saturday (Days are subject to change) 

April 1 – November 2 10 am – 6 pm 

November 4 – November 30 9 am – 5 pm 

The Depository is closed December 1, 2013 through March 29, 2014. 

The depository will reopen March 31, 2014. Open to Hopewell Township residents only. 

You must have a badge to enter and use the depository. Badges are available at the Municipal Building. 

Construction materials brought to the depository are charged as follows: 

Small Pick-up Truck: Full Load - $20 Half Load - $10 

Large Pick-up Truck: Full Load - $40 Half Load - $20 

All Non-Commercial Dump Trucks will be required to pay $50. 

Load size is determined by the Depository Guard. No commercial vehicles are permitted to use the depository. 

Only yard waste and construction materials are accepted at the depository. 

HOPEWELL TOWNSHIP COMMUNITY PARK RECIEVES $87,000 GRANT 

FROM THE PENNSYLVANIA DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION AND 

NATURAL RESOURCESFOR CONSTRUCTION OF ADDITIONAL FACILITIES 

Hopewell Township, situated in Beaver County, is a First Class 

Township with a population of 13,254 residents. Hopewell 

Township encompasses a land area of 17.2 square miles and 

borders the northwestern tip of Allegheny County. Hopewell 

Township has approximately 5,446 residential homes, as well as 

many business/commercial establishments and light industrial 

establishments. Over the years, the community has continued to 

grow and the Hopewell Township Board of Commissioners 

recognizes that with community growth comes an increased 

demand for recreational facilities and activities. Parks and 

recreation play a critical role in providing a high quality of life to 

residents within the community. Recreational assets attract 

business and encourage residential growth. In addition, as the 

park continues to grow and acquire additional property, a 

permanent green area within the community will be preserved for 

wildlife and conservation. 

Hopewell Township has an outstanding community park, 

known as the Hopewell Township Community Park. The park 

encompasses 62 acres of primarily undeveloped woodlands, 

fields, and wetlands. Purchased in 1967, all recreation for the 

community is centralized at this site and is coordinated through 

the efforts of the Hopewell Township Park Board and Recreation 

Director. Some activities planned for 2013 include Winter Fest; 

Easter Egg Hunt; Youth Fishing Derby; Adult Fishing Derby; 

Rec-on-the-Run summer program for children; Camp Lakewood; 

Concerts in the Park; Movies in the Park; Park Fest; Barbecue 

Cook-Off and Blues Fest; Labor Day Car Cruise; Fall Fest; and 

the Visit with Santa. Hopewell Township also works with its 

Planning Commission, Beaver County, and the Hopewell Area 

School District to share facilities and programming ideas. 

In an effort to continue with improvements and growth of the 

Hopewell Township Community Park, Hopewell Township 

acquired an additional 17.5 acres of undeveloped land adjacent 

to the existing park. The newly acquired property is well suited for 

the proposed improvements, which include a pavilion, sport court, 

toddler play area, swings, and parking lot. 

Hopewell Township has been awarded an $87,000 grant from 

the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural 

Resources (DCNR) in support of proposed improvements at the 

Hopewell Township Community Park. The proposed 

improvements are consistent with existing facilities present on the 

adjacent Hopewell Community Park property. Portions of the 

newly-acquired property have steep slopes that do not make 

those areas suitable for development. The portion of the 

newly-acquired property located between Laird Drive and the 

stream is suitable for development, as is the upper portion of the 

property (future). The steep slope areas are entirely suitable for 

tree growth and nature watching. 

The Hopewell Township officials work closely with the Parks 

and Recreation Board who operate and maintain park facilities 

and schedule recreational programming for area residents. The 

facilities and programs are open to both residents and visitors. 

The park expansion will follow similar protocol as the existing 

Hopewell Community Park, in which the natural terrain and 

wooded canopy are maintained to enhance wildlife and 

encourage nature watching. Minimal tree removal will occur for 

this project, including some brush, saplings, and lesser quality 

trees that are growing along the road bank, to provide room for 

grading and development. Trees and vegetation along the steep 

slope areas will not be disturbed. 

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FRAUD ABUSE HOT LINE 

The Hopewell Township Manager/Controller is the financial watchdog of your township tax dollars. However, there may 

be occasions when you may be aware of inefficiency, fraud, waste, or mismanagement of your township tax dollars: 

There are three ways for you to report these types of suspected abuse: 

• Call the anonymous hotline at (724) 378-2980 

• Call the Manager/Controller at (724) 378-1460 ext 105 

• Email us at fraudhotline@hopewelltwp.com 

VOTING DISTRICT LOCATION 

For information on finding your voting district location, please direct yourself to: 

https://www.pavoterservices.state.pa.us/Pages/PollingPlaceInfo.aspx 

(Please note that this is a State sponsored site. Hopewell Township does not service this site) 

HOPEWELL TOWNSHIP VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT 

The Members of the Department are always training, 

accumulating about 200 hours yearly per person. This entails 

outside trainings through county and state agencies as well as in 

house training. There are 30 active members, 9 Life members 

and 6 Administrative members currently on the roster. The Life 

members have always been the back bone of the Department 

and are some of the original founding members. We are always 

taking on new members that are willing to give their time to help 

and serve their neighbor and fellow man. We provide training, 

schooling and the ability to meet new people and make new friends along with the self satisfaction one will gain. We do all of 

this without one cent of pay! Watch for our 2014 calendars that will be available this summer! 

The next time you get a glass of water from your faucet, think about this. Most of our 

drinking water comes from our rivers. 

When the rain falls and the snow melts, the water runs of our roofs and yards, down into our streets and 

roads. Anything in the path of this storm water goes straight down our storm drains. And right into our rivers. 

Trash. Paint. Oil. Fertilizers. Animal waste. All of it is flushed into the same rivers we get our drinking water 

from. 

But there are solutions. Dedicated people and municipalities are working on it right now. And you can 

help. 

Properly dispose of harmful chemicals, paints and motor oils instead of pouring them 

down storm drains. Replace chemical fertilizers with organic ones and use them 

sparingly to reduce harmful runoff. Don’t put animal waste into storm drains. 

For more information, contact your municipality or visit our website. And tap into 

ways you can help. 

Concept of Operations 

• In a disaster emergency, the Township government will continue only 

those functions and services necessary to protect life and property. 

• Emphasis will be to meet basic human needs such as food, shelter and 

medical care and to resume basic services such as water, electricity 

and sanitation, as soon as possible. 

• The Emergency Management Coordinator will mobilize the Emergency 

Operations Center (EOC) at the Hopewell Township Municipal 

Building, 1700 Clark Blvd., Hopewell Township, PA when and 

emergency situation requires it. 

• The Emergency Management Organization Staff will follow prescribed 

standard operating procedures (SOPs) which describe in detail how 

their functions are carried out and utilize checklists as necessary. 

• Any decision to implement protective actions will be made by Township 

FIRE CHIEF EDWARD HANEY 412-818-9524 

FIRE MARSHALL EDWARD HANEY 412-818-9524 

email _ ehaney@hopewelltwpfire.com 

FIRE MARSHALL JAMES FIKE 724-378-9445 

FIRE MARSHALL TIM DIETZ 724-561-2313 

Hall Rentals Mike New 724-624-1110 

Ladies Auxiliary Cathy Hans 724-624-4301 

Clean water starts in our own backyard. 

Go to www.3rww.org for 

a free guide on how you can help 

HOPEWELL TOWNSHIP EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY 


Officials or, in their absence, the Emergency Management Coordinator. 

• If required to evacuate, the Township Board and the Emergency 

Operations Center will relocate to the Ambridge Municipal Building. I 

possible, the EOC will be the last organization to leave the hazard 

area. 

• During the recovery phase, the EMA will provide generally the same 

services as those provided by staff members and forces during the 

evacuation. Damage assessment will be expedited and a report 

forwarded through the County Emergency Management Agency. 

• When more than one township or borough is affected by and 

emergency, the County will be responsible for direction and control. 

• When more than on County is affected by an emergency, the 

Pennsylvania Emergency Management Agency (PEMA) will provide 

overall coordination, direction and control.

ENGINEERING 

WATER POLLUTION CONTROL DEPARTMENT 

The Hopewell Township Water Pollution Control Department 

operates two (2) wastewater treatment facilities, nine (9) 

wastewater pumping stations, and the wastewater collection 

system within Hopewell Township. The Raccoon Creek 

Wastewater Treatment Facility is located on Pollack Lane and is 

designed to treat an average daily wastewater flow of 2,500,000 

gallons per day and a maximum daily wastewater flow of 

12,000,000 gallons per day. The Raccoon Creek Wastewater 

Treatment Facility serves approximately 3,678 homes and 

businesses within Hopewell Township. The Wickham Village 

Wastewater Treatment Facility is located off Diamond Street and 

is designed to treat an average daily wastewater flow of 120,000 

gallons per day and a maximum daily wastewater flow of 

1,000,000 gallons per day. The Wickham Village Wastewater 

Treatment Facility serves approximately 290 homes within 

Hopewell Township. 

Hopewell Township, like many neighboring municipalities, is 

taking steps to improve the wastewater collection and treatment 

system through improved operation and maintenance. 

Accordingly, Hopewell Township has developed Sewer System 

Rules and Regulations that set forth requirements for connection 

to the sanitary sewer system and discharge requirements. 

1. A primary focus of Hopewell Township’s efforts is the 

removal of surface water and subsurface water from the 

wastewater collection system. The discharge of storm 

water, surface water, and subsurface water or the connection 

of downspouts, roof drains, surface drains, areaway drains, 

foundation drains, interior french drains, stairwell drains, 

and/or sump pump discharges into a sanitary sewer lateral is 

absolutely prohibited by our existing legislation. Entrance of 

this excess flow into our sewer system causes the capacity of 

the sewer lines, pump stations, and wastewater treatment 

facilities to be exceeded, thereby causing untreated sewage to 

Hopewell Township has been designated as an MS4 Community 

by the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection. 

MS4 stands for SMALL MUNICIPAL SEPARATE STORM SEWER 

SYSTEMS. As part of this designation, Hopewell Township is 

responsible to: 

1. Provide Public Education regarding the direct connection 

between the storm sewer system and the Ohio River, Raccoon 

Creek, and Flaugherty Run. 

2. Solicit Public Participation to “getting the word out” about the 

benefits of protecting of the watersheds within Hopewell 


3. Conduct regular inspections of each storm sewer discharge 

to identify, report, and correct any inappropriate release of 

materials into Waters of the Commonwealth. 

4. Reinforce existing procedures to address erosion and 

sedimentation control during construction projects. 

overflow from the system and discharge into nearby streams 

and waterways, thereby adversely affecting our environment. 

2. Oil and grease are not permitted to be discharged into the 

sanitary sewer system. Oil and grease solidifies within the 

sewer system and can cause sewer system obstructions and 

the backup of sewage into homes. Oil and grease should be 

properly disposed of by homeowners and businesses. 

Commercial establishments that engage in the preparation of 

food must install appropriate oil and grease separators. 

3. Any alteration or replacement of a sanitary sewer lateral 

requires the issuance of a Restoration Permit by 

Hopewell Township. Hopewell Township has established 

specifications regarding construction of sanitary sewer 

laterals. These specifications and Standard Drawings are 

available on the Hopewell Township web site at 

www.hopewelltwp.com. Any alteration or replacement of a sanitary 

sewer lateral must be inspected by Hopewell Township. 

4. A Certificate of Compliance is required to be obtained 

from the Hopewell Township Sewer Department prior to 

the sale or transfer of improved and sewered real 

property. The purpose of a Certificate of Compliance is to 

verify conformity with Hopewell Township regulations 

regarding the exclusion of surface water and subsurface water 

from the sanitary sewer system. Applications are available on 

the Hopewell Township web site at www.hopewelltwp.com. 

After payment of the required fee, Hopewell Township 

personnel will conduct a dye test of all roof drains, 

downspouts, parking area drains, driveway drains, area 

drains, interior/exterior sumps, and any other potential 

sources of surface water or subsurface water. If the property 

passes the dye test, a Certificate of Compliance is issued and 

is valid for a period of five (5) years from the date of issuance. 

5. Reinforce existing ordinances to provide for construction 

and maintenance of storm water facilities, such as ponds and 

basins, that provide post–construction storm water 

management. 

6. Establish pollution prevention and good housekeeping 

measures for municipal vehicles and equipment. 

Hopewell Township is completing its inspection and reporting 

activities for the 2010/2011 reporting period. Residents are 

reminded that the storm sewer system works wonderfully for both 

storm water and for any inappropriate item that enters the storm 

sewer system. Every gum wrapper, pop can, and drop of spilled 

motor oil that enters the storm sewer system is efficiently delivered 

to our rivers and streams. Hopewell Township is asking each 

resident to review their daily activities and to be cognizant of any 

inappropriate discharges. We should all strive to insure that the 

source of our drinking water be kept as clean as possible, free of 

fertilizers, pet wastes, oils, and cleaning chemicals. 

SCHOOL WILL BE OUT SOON! Speed Limits are 5-20 MPH 

IN RESIDENTIAL NEIGHBORHOODS. SLOW DOWN AND 

PLEASE OBEY STOP SIGNS! Keep Hopewell Safe! 

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HOPEWELL TOWNSHIP 

As a Valued Customer of Waste Management you Enjoy Single-Stream Recycling. 

All of your recyclables can be placed together In the same bin! No sorting required! 

1. REGULAR CURBSIDE COLLECTION: Garbage and refuse should be 

placed at the curb the night before your scheduled pick-up. 

2. GUIDELINES FOR COLLECTION: 

• Garbage should be in properly secured containers or plastic bags. 

• All furniture items, appliances, household goods and disassembled 

children 's swing sets will be accepted at curbside. 

• Carpet should be rolled and tied in lengths not to exceed 48 inches 

so that one man can lift. 

• Empty paint cans and/or dried paint is acceptable. Paint can be dried 

by air drying or soaking up with newspaper or kitty litter. Lids should 

be left off. 

3. EXCLUDED ITEMS: 

• Building material may be picked up for a fee by calling Waste 

Management at 1-800-866-4460 

• Tires 

• Automobile parts including wheel rims. 

• Trees and branches. 

• Ashes from furnaces and fireplaces. 

• Stones and dirt, liquid paint. 

4. RECYCLING: Recyclables should be placed loose in a single container. 

SINGLE STREAM RECYCLE: Residents do not have to separate the 

plastics - type I through 7, metals, glass and papers. 

ACCEPTABLE ITEMS INCLUDE: 

• Metal: Metal food cans, aerosol cans (empty), aluminum foil and foil 

products (clean), beer and soft drink cans 

• Plastic: Plastic baby wipe containers, bleach, detergent, household 

cleaner bottles, yogurt cups, cottage cheese, margarine tubs, 

shampoo bottles 

• Glass: Beverage bottles and food jars (clear, brown, amber and 

green) 

• Paper: Paperboard boxes (cereal, tissue, shoes, etc.), white office 

paper, computer paper, magazines, newspapers, advertising inserts, 

junk mail (including envelopes), catalogs, phone books, paperback 

books, coupons and receipts, paper bags and shopping bags 

(handles removed), corrugated, note: corrugated must be tied or 

bundled and no fin longer than 14" x 14". Recyclables will be picked 

up every other week on your regular garbage pick-up day, The 

municipality will be divided into two sections, (a) and (b). Please refer 

to the street listing (on reverse) to be sure when service will be 

provided and refer to the calendar below. 

5. HOLIDAY SERVICE: if a holiday falls on a Monday through Friday, 

pickup for the rest of the week will be one day later than the usual day. 

Observed holidays for 2012. are: News Years Day, Memorial Day, Labor 

Day, Thanksgiving and Christmas Day. If the holiday should fall on a 

weekend, your pick up day will not be affected. 

6. APPLIANCES CONTAINING REFRIGERANT: The contractor will 

collect such items as refrigerators, freezers, air conditioners, 

dehumidifiers, water coolers, etc.: however, the item must have a sticker 

certifying that the refrigerant has been removed. If it does not have the 

sticker, it will not be picked up because it is unlawful for the contractor 

to dispose of these items containing refrigerant. To save refrigerant 

removal costs, it is suggested that residents have the company 

delivering the new appliance dispose of the old appliance. 

7. QUESTIONS REGARDING REFUSE OR RECYCLING COLLECTION: 

Call Waste Management of PA at 800-866-4460. 

Effective January 1, 2013 the monthly fee is $16.36 per month @ $49.08 

charge per quarter. 

Please also note: Seniors 65 yrs & older, are eligible for a 10% discount 

of services. Please call to qualify - 1800-866-4460. 

Please look for your street name on either Schedule (A) or Schedule (B) 

for your recycling pickup date. 

RECYCLING CAN NOT BE IN PLASTIC BAGS. 

Bagged grass clippings and leaves will be 

picked-up curbside all year long in 2013. 

ALL LEAVES MUST BE PLACED IN BIODEGRADABLE BAGS 

Bagged leaf collection for 2013: 

Saturdays November 2, 9, 16 and 23 

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Please locate your street name on either Schedule (A) or Schedule (B) for your recycling pickup date. 

RECYCLING CAN NOT BE IN PLASTIC BAGS. 

11 th SI (A) 

Abbie Lane (A) 

Adams Street (B) 

Agnew Ave. (B) 

Airport Rd (A) 

Alameda Dr. (A) 

Alan St (B) 

Alden St (B) 

Allen Street (B) 

Anchor St (A) 

Anderson Ave. (B) 

Anderson Mill Rd. (A) 

Arrow Lane (A) 

Augusta Ave. (B) 

Baker Dr. (A) 

Beaver St (A) 

Beech St (A) 

Beechnut St (A) 

Beechwood Ave. (B) 

Bell Ave. (B) 

Bethlehem Church Rd. (A) 

Beverly Dr. (A) 

Boake Dr, (A) 

Bocktown Cork Rd. (A) 

Bocktown Rd. (B) 

Bradbury Dr. (A) 

Broadhead Rd. (A) 

Broadview Place (A) 

Brodhead Rd. (B) 

(Mill St to Center Twp 

Line) 

Brodhead Rd. (B) 

(Mill St to Moon Twp 

Line) 

Bryson Rd. (A) 

Buchanan Ave. (B) 

Buseman (B) 

Buss Rd, (A) 

Cabot Ave. (B) 

Cardinal Ave. (A) 

Carmel Dr. (A) 

Carver St (B) 

Cedar Ave. (A) 

Cedarcrest (A) 

Chapel Rd. (A) 

Chatham Dr. (B) 

Cherry Alley (A) 

Cherry St (A) 

Cherryton St (A) 

Chestnut St (A) 

Circle Dr. (B) 

Clark Blvd. (B) 

Clark St. (A) 

Clearview Ave. (B) 

Cleveland Ave. (B) 

Clifton Dr. (B) 

Collins Ave. (B) 

Colony Dr. (A) 

Columbus Dr. (B) 

Concord Dr. (A) 

Concord Dr. Ind Square (A) 

Concord Dr. Meadowwood 

(B) 

Connecticut Ave. (B) 

Cooper Dr, (A) 

Covert St. (B) 

Creese St (B) 

Cresson Ave. (A) 

Crestmont Dr. (A) 

Crestview Dr. (A) 

Crissman Dr. (A) 

Cross St. (B) 

Croxall Ave. (B) 

Dale Ave. (B) 

Davidson Dr. (B) 

Davidson Lane (A) 

Davidson Way (B) 

Denby Dr. (A) 

Diamond St. (B) 

Division St. Ext. (A) 

Division St (A) 

Duke St, (B) 

Durr Dr. (A) 

Edgewood Ave. (A) 

Elaine St (A) 

Eldorado Dr. (A) 

Elizabeth St. (B) 

Elm St. (A) 

Emerson Ave. (A) 

Ensign Dr. (A) 

Estelle SI. (A) 

Euclid Ave. (B) 

Fairhaven Dr. (B) 

Fairlane Dr. (A) 

Fairway Dr. (A) 

Farm Lane (A) 

Fern St (A) 

First Ave. (B) 

Fiske SI. (B) 

Floral Dr. (A) 

Forest Dr. (A) 

Forge Dr. (A) 

Garden St (B) 

Garnet St (B) 

Garvin Ave. (B) 

Glen Rd. (B) 

Glenn St. (A) 

Glenwall Dr. (B) 

Glenwood Ave. (A) 

Golf Course Rd. (A) 

Golfway Rd. (A) 

Goodnow St. (B) 

Gorsuch Lane (B) 

Grace Lane (A) 

Grand Ave. (A) 

(From Kane to Broadhead) 

Granite St (B) 

Graystone Lane (A) 

Green Garden Rd (A) 

Gringo Clinton Rd (A) 

Gringo Independence Rd (A) 

Gringo Road (Rt 151) (A) 

Guy St (A) 

Hall Ave. (A) 

Hamilton Dr. (A) 

Hampton Ct. (B) 

Hancock Dr. (A) 

Harding Ave. (B) 

Harper Rd. (B) 

Harper Village Rd. (B) 

Hartford Dr. (B) 

Harvard Dr (6) 

Harvest (A) 

Hazelcroft Ave, (A) 

Heights Rd (B) 

Hemlock St (A) 

Hempfield Lane (A) 

Hickory Dr. (A) 

High St (A) 

Highland Ave. (B) 

Hill Ave. (B) 

Hillcrest Ave. (A) 

Hoeveler Ave. (B) 

Hopewell Heights Rd. (A) 

Hornyak Dr. (B) 

Hudson Ave. (A) 

Huron Ave. (A) 

Hydes Rd (B) (aka Huron) 

Imperial Dr. (A) 

Independence Rd. (A) 

Irons Hill Rd. (A) 

Irvin Ave. (B) 

Ivy Court (B) 

Jack St. (A) 

Jackson St. (B) 

James Ct. (A) 

James St. (A) 

Jenny St. (A) 

Jerome St. (A) 

Johnson St. (A) 

Joseph Drive (A) 

Juanita St. (B) 

Kane Rd. (A) 

Kings Mill Rd. (B) 

Kingston Dr. (B) 

Kinney Dr. (A) 

Knoll St. (B) 

Lafayette Sq. (A) 

Laird Dr. (A) 

Laird Dr. (B) 

Lancaster Dr. (B) 

Lantern Lane (A) 

Larry St, (A) 

Laurel Rd. (Rt 51) (B) 

Lawndale Drive (A) 

Lawrence St. (B) 

Lexington Dr. (A) 

Linbergh Ave. (B) 

Lincoln Ave. (A) 

Linden Ave. (A) 

Locust (A) 

Longvue Ave. (B) 

Lynn St. (A) 

Lynnwood Dr. (A) 

Maine Ave (B) 

Manor Ave, (A) 

Maple Ave. (A) 

Maple Ave. Ext. (A) 

Maple St (A) 

Maratta Rd, (B) 

Marble St. (B) 

Marian St. (A) 

Martha St (A) 

Martin St (B) 

Mass Ave. (B) 

McCronnell St. (B) 

McGee Ave. (B) 

McIntosh (B) 

McKenna Dr. (B) 

McKinley Ave. (B) 

Meadow Dr. (B) 

Mercer St. (B) 

Mill St, (A) 

Mill St. Ext. (A) 

Miller Lane (B) 

Monaca Rd. (A) 

Monahan St (A) 

Monte Dr. (A) 

Montpelier SI. (B) 

Morningside Dr. (B) 

Morrow Ave, (B) 

Morrow Rd (B) 

Morrow Way (B) 

Mosholder Ln. (A) 

Mraovich Dr. (B) 

N, Hampshire Ave. (B) 

Neish Ave. (A) 

Norman St (A) 

North Trillium Dr. (A) 

Oak Ave. (B) 

Oak Dr. (A) 

Ohioview Ave. (B) 

Old Harper Rd. (B) 

Orchard St. (A) 

Oriole Dr. (B) 

Overlook Ave. (B) 

Park Ave. (A) 

Parkridge Dr. (A) 

Parrish Dr. (A) 

Parson Lane (A) 

Parson’s (A) 

Patrick Henry Dr (A) 

COMMUNITY TIRE COLLECTION 

4-13-13 • Findlay Township Road Dept., 1058 Clinton Rd., Clinton PA 15126 

5-4-13 • Ohioville Borough Mun. Bldg., 6268 Tuscawaras Rd., Industry PA 15052 

5-11-13 • New Sewickley Twp. Mun. Bldg,. 233 Miller Rd., Rochester PA 15074 

5-25-13 • Big Beaver Borough Bldg., 114 Forest Dr., Darlington PA 16115 

ALL COLLECTIONS HELD ON SATURDAYS FROM 9 AM TO 12 NOON. 

Size: Your cost to dispose: 

Passenger car/light truck up to 18” off rim $2 each 

Passenger car/light truck up to 18” off rim $4 each 

Tractor trailer up to 22.5” (no rims please) $20 each 

Farm tractor rear (no rims please) $20 each 

Proof of residency not required. Individuals and small businesses welcome. 

No limit to the number of tires you may bring. Checks accepted with ID. 

Patterson Dr. (A) 

Pearl St (A) 

Pennhurst Ave. (B) 

Perry Ave. (B) 

Phillips St (B) 

Pine Rd. (A) 

Platt St. (A) 

Poplar St (B) 

Propst Dr. (A) 

Queens Mill Rd. (B) 

Raccoon St. (A) 

Rambler Dr, (A) 

Regency Dr. (B) 

Revere PI. (A) 

Rhode Is Ext. (B) 

Rhode Is. Ave. (B) 

Ridge Ave. (B) 

Ridge Vue Ave. (A) 

Ridgeway Ave. (B) 

Riverview Ct. (B) 

Roberts St (B) 

Robin St (B) 

Roosevelt Ave. (B) 

Ross Dr, (A) 

Royal Dr. (A) 

Sawyer Or. (A) 

Scenic Dr. (B) 

Schell Circle (B) 

Schmidt Dr, (A) 

School St. (B) 

Scott Ave. (A) 

Second St (B) 

Service Creek Rd. (A) 

Shady Lane (A) 

Shaker Heights Dr. (A) 

Sharon Grange Rd, (B) 

Sheffield Rd. (A) 

Short St. (B) 

Smith Ave. (A) 

Sohn Rd (B) 

South Beverly Dr (B) 

South Heights Rd. (B) 

South Dr. (B) 

South Trillium Dr (A) 

Spring St. (A) 

Spruce St. (A) 

State Rd 51 (Laurel Ln) (B) 

State Rd 51 

(Five Points to 

Independence Twp) (A) 

Sleuer Ln (A) 

Steuers Mill Rd. (A) 

Stone Quarry Road (A) 

Straub Farm Rd (A) 

Strawberry Alley (B) 

Suburban Mobile (A) 

Summit Ave. (A) 

Summit St. (A) 

Sunny Brook Ave. (B) 

Sunset Ave. (B) 

Sweetbrier Drive (B) 

Taft Ave. (B) 

Tank Rd. (A) 

Tank Farm Rd (B) 

Temple Rd, (A) 

Thompson Lane (A) 

Thomson Dr. (B) 

Timber Lane (A) 

Todd Ave, (A) 

Todd Rd (A) 

Truman Dr. (B) 

Valley View Dr. (A) 

Valleyview Ave. (A) 

Veasy Rd. (A) 

Vermont Ave, (B) 

Vernon Ave. (A) 

Victor Cir. (B) 

Virginia Ave. (A) 

Vue Ave. (B) 

W. Irwin St. (A) 

W. Main St. (A) 

Wade St. (AI 

Wade St. Ext. (B) 

Wallace Circle (A) 

Walnut St (A) 

Wanner SI. (A) 

Washington St. (B) 

Wayne St. (B) 

Webb St. (B) 

Wedgewood Cir. (A) 

West 01 Broad (A) 

West Wade (A) 

Western Ave. (B) 

Westfield Dr. (A) 

Westwind Blvd. (A) 

Wickham St. (B) 

Wigwam Rd. (A) 

Wilson Ave, (B) 

Wimpole St. (A) 

Winchester Ave. (B) 

Windemere Dr. (A) 

Windle Ave. (A) 

Windon Dr. (B) 

Woodbine Rd. (A) 

Woodcock Dr. (A) 

Woodhaven (B) 

Woodside Ave. (A) 

Woodfield Dr. (A) 

Yale Dr (B) 

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HOPEWELL TOWNSHIP 

1700 Clark Blvd. • Hopewell Township • Aliquippa, PA 15001 

www.hopewelltwp.com 

Founded in 1812 

THE HOPEWELL TOWNSHIP MUNICIPAL BUILDING IS OPEN FROM: 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM, MONDAY – FRIDAY 

The Offices of Hopewell Township will be closed to observe the following holidays: 

New Year’s Day, Good Friday, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veteran’s Day, 

Thanksgiving Day, Day after Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and Christmas Day 

The following Commissioners’ meetings are scheduled for 2013 at the Municipal Building. Please check our website for exact dates. 

• All “WORKSHOP MEETINGS” will be scheduled at 6:30 PM prevailing time on the second Monday of each month. The Workshop 

Meeting is also open to the public. However, this is more of an informal session where the Board of Commissioners has the opportunity 

to discuss issues in more detail with minimum interruption. The Commissioners may also vote to officially act on matters of interest. 

• All “BUSINESS MEETINGS” will be scheduled for 7:00 PM prevailing time on the fourth Monday of each month. The Business Meeting 

is designated the forum for public opinion. The public is encouraged to express their complaints, suggests, etc. at these sessions. This 

meeting is also a voting session where the Commissioners are able to officially act on matters of interest. 

HOPEWELL TOWNSHIP BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS 

CURRENT BOARD MEMBERS DEPARTMENT TERM 

Norm Kraus Jr – President Planning & Zoning 12/31/2015 

Richard Bufalini – Vice President Police & Road 12/31/2013 

Brian Rohm Finance 12/31/2013 

Joe Kusnir Sewer 12/31/2013 

Nick DiPietro Park & Recreation 12/31/2015 

STATE GOVERNOR: 

STATE AND CONGRESSIONAL REPRESENTATIVES 

Tom Corbett • www.governor.state.pa.us 

U.S. STATE SENATOR: Robert P. Casey, Jr. • 202-224-6324 • www.casey.senate.gov/contact 

U.S. STATE SENATOR: Patrick J. Toomey • 202-224-3121 • www.toomey.senate.gov/ 

STATE SENATOR: Elder Vogel, 47th District • 724-774-0444 • evogel@pasen.gov 

STATE REPRESENTATIVE: James Christiana, 15th District • 724-728-7655 • www.repchristiana.com 

U.S. HOUSE: Keith Rothfus • 724-359-1626 • www.rothfus.house.gov 

COUNTY COMMISSIONERS: Tony Amadio, Joe Spanik, Dennis Nichols 

724-728-3934 • www.co.beaver.pa.us 


Township Manager/Controller: Andy Brunette • hopewellmgr@hopewelltwp.com • 724-378-1460 ext 105 

Administrative Manager (Sewer & General) Wendy Kasunic • adminmgr@hopewelltwp.com • 724-378-1460 ext 121 

Solicitor: Michael Jones • McMillen, Urick, Tocci, Fouse & Jones • 724-375-6683 

Engineer: Marie Stratakis-Hartman • 724-378-1460 ext 108 

Chief of Police: Gene Ungarean • chiefgu@hopewelltwp.com • 724-375-0555 

Police Administration/Dispatcher: policeadmin@hopewelltwp.com • 724-375-0555 

Public Works Superintendent: Chas Srafin • roaddept@hopewelltwp.com • 724-378-1215 

Sewer Plant Operator in Charge: Rich Boguszewski • hopewellwpcs@comcast.net • 724-378-4875 

Code Enforcement/Zoning Officer: John Bates • zoningofficer@hopewelltwp.com • 724-378-1460 ext 107 

Building Inspector: John Hucko • 724-378-1460 ext 131 

Treasurer: Diane Palsa • treasurer@hopewelltwp.com • 724-378-7796 

Park Maintenance Supervisor: Carl Wagner • park@hopewelltwp.com • 724-378-4808 

Recreation Director: Pam Fiejdasz • recdirector@hopewelltwp.com • 724-378-1460 ext 101 

Accounts Payable: Barb Small • accounting@hopewelltwp.com • 724-378-1460 ext 104 

Receptionist: receptionist@hopewelltwp.com • 724-378-1460 ext 100 

Human Resources/Payroll Manager: Peggy Santia • hrpr@hopewelltwp.com • 724-378-1460 ext 102 

Sewer Department Accounts Receivable: Pam Gozur & Judy McConnell • seweradmin@hopewelltwp.com • 724-512-0156 

Collections: Renee Cameron • collections@hopewelltwp.com • 724-378-1460 ext 103 

Auditor: Cottrill, Arbutina, & Associates • 724-683-3436 

Septic Enforcement Officer: Daniel Baker Associates • 724-435-7020 

HOPEWELL TOWNSHIP EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT AGENCY STAFF PERSONNEL 

Coordinator John Bates 

Deputy Coordinator Lee Montanari 

Communications Services Marlene Volitich Lorchid Peters 

Jean Fetch Anne Mc Farland 

Police & Traffic Control Mark Stefanini Robert Slogaski 

Fire & Rescue Services Jon Newcome Jim Fike 

Cathy Vanelli 

Medical Services David Leipchack Carol Yuhasz 

Transportation Services David Smail Patti Gillie 

Public Works Services Lenny Belich Tim Baily 

Radiological Protection Lee Montanari William Yuhasz 

* NOTE * The Emergency Management Staff listed above is made up of 

volunteers and Hopewell Township is deeply indebted for their efforts in 

keeping Hopewell safe. 

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The crest is to serve as a visual representation of the Township. Each quarter of 

the shield depicts different components that make the township a whole. 

The first panel represents the government. The sword represents the police and 

the protection and execution of the laws they protect. The pen represents the Board 

of Commissioners and government employees who serve and create the laws. The 

key is a symbol of the keeping and protection of the laws that govern the Township. 

The second panel represents progress and growth, for which the township strives. 

The crossed shovel and hammer, along with the gear cog and carpenter’s square, 

represent the hard work ethic that Township employees maintain. 

The third panel depicts the strong sense of community embodied by residents and 

neighborhoods. The outline of Hopewell depicts the entirety of the Township’s land. 

The map is wreathed by depictions of the many houses that people call home. The 

largest public service provided by the Township is the park, which is represented by 

the trees and trail. Finally, the shaking hands are 

a symbol of the friendship and helping hands 

which are never in short supply. 

The final panel is representative of education. The lamp on a stack of books symbolizes the quality 

education provided by our schools and teachers. The three red stars represent past, present and the 

future of education so that the flame of learning has burned, is burning and will always burn strong. 

The other elements incorporated in the crest are the Viking helmet, representative of the school’s 

mascot, the scroll bearing the date of 1812, symbolizing the year of the Township’s inception, two 

Hemlock branches, the official state tree, flanking the shield and the keystone at the bottom 

represent our membership to the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. 

TAX OFFICE 

The Property Tax Office has moved to the former Zoning Office at the Municipal Building, which 

can be accessed by the rear entrance off the Police Department parking lot. 

Garbage Collection 

Waste Management is your garbage collector this year. They will be billing you directly for refuse and recycling services; 

please contact them at 1-800-866-4460 if you have any questions or concerns. Please refer to the Waste Management 

information on pages 19 through 20 in this newsletter. 

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