As of June 3, 2025, Tarentum Borough has demolished its 66th blighted property since 2019. This milestone reflects our continued commitment to aggressively addressing urban blight and establishes Tarentum as one of the most proactive communities in Allegheny County. Blighted properties create serious problems. They lower property values, attract criminal Read more
Thank you to everyone who took the time to participate in our Riverfront and Park Survey! Your feedback is helping us shape a vibrant and accessible outdoor space for all to enjoy. Here are the Top 5 most requested additions: 🏞️ River Overlook – A scenic spot to take in Read more
Comprehensive Plan In August 2024, the Borough of Tarentum marked a significant milestone in its ongoing battle against urban blight with the demolition of 505 East 8th Avenue. This achievement brings the total number of blighted properties demolished since 2019 to approximately 65. This accomplishment represents more than just a Read more
Comprehensive Plan Finalized Tarentum Borough has received the final copy of the HBT Comprehensive Plan “Forging Our Future”. The final report, appendices and executive summary are now available in their completed format. You can also find the previous drafts and other information regarding the Comprehensive Plan at the Comp Plan Read more
Comprehensive Plan Update Tarentum Borough will be holding its Public Hearing tonight, Tuesday December 1, 2020 at 5:30 PM for the multi-municipal comprehensive plan. The hearing will take place via Zoom. To access the Public Zoom Meeting, please click or call below: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/7242241818 Meeting ID: 724 224 1818 Call In: (301) Read more
The following pages have been updated on our website: Homepage, Public Meetings, Comprehensive Plan, and Water Department. ??
DRAFT PLAN UNVEILED HARRISON, BRACKENRIDGE AND TARENTUM, FORWARD TOGETHER The three northernmost communities along the Allegheny River in Allegheny County are in a position to forge a future that capitalizes on their location, assets and ambition for change. Multi-Municipal Comprehensive Plan Forging Our Future (Draft) Harrison • Brackenridge • Tarentum Read more
HBT Comprehensive Plan – Community Meeting 2020.02.17 Harrison Township resident Michelle Goetzinger created this fantastic video about the upcoming community meeting for the HBT Comp Plan. Check out the February 17, 2020 community meeting page for more information. We hope you’re able to attend!
The following pages have been updated on our website: Recreation Board, Public Meetings, Comprehensive Plan. ??
Harrison, Brackenridge and Tarentum ask residents to help propel progress on four ‘Key Issues’ the communities face January 27, 2020 Harrison, Brackenridge and Tarentum invite residents to attend a community meeting for collecting problem-solving ideas regarding four “Key Issues” in the communities’ 10-year comprehensive plan. The meeting will be Monday, Read more