We Promised to Keep You Informed — Here’s Where Things Stand In our previous letter to residents, the Borough explained the TTHMs (Total Trihalomethanes) issue in our water system and committed to keeping the community informed as we work through the challenges. This article serves as an update on our Read more…
We’re Hiring – Help Reimagine Tarentum’s Water System! Due to recent retirements and internal promotions, Tarentum Borough is reshaping its water system to ensure reliability, flexibility, and long-term sustainability. We’re building a modern utility team with built-in redundancy and future-focused leadership, and we want you on board. 🔹 Now Hiring: Read more…
Tarentum is proud to be the only Borough in Allegheny County that operates both an electric and water utility system; a rare responsibility we take seriously. This past week, our electric system performed exceptionally well thanks to proactive planning and upgrades. Unfortunately, our water system, which is significantly older, continues Read more…
May 1, 2025: Our Public Works crews and Electric Department linemen are still out today trimming trees and clearing debris near power lines across town. We’re incredibly grateful for their continued hard work and dedication to keeping Tarentum safe and running smoothly. Special thanks as well to the Tarentum Borough Read more…
Love Where You Live – Take Action! The annual Community Cleanup Day is back! We’re calling on all residents, businesses, and community groups in Tarentum, Brackenridge, and Harrison to roll up their sleeves and help make our towns shine. 🗓 Date: Saturday, April 26, 2025🕙 Time: 10:00 AM – 1:00 Read more…
It is with profound sadness that the Borough of Tarentum announces the passing of our longtime Public Works Director, Mark Anuszek. For 35 years, Mark was an unwavering pillar of our community. His leadership, hard work, and deep commitment to Tarentum have left a lasting impact on our town. He Read more…
Due to an unexpected issue, tonight’s council meeting has been canceled. We will announce the rescheduled date as soon as possible. Thank you for your understanding.
A Plan in Motion Over the past few years, the Borough of Tarentum has been guided by a community-driven vision—our Comprehensive Plan. Created with input from residents, businesses, and local leaders, this plan laid out a roadmap for Tarentum’s future. Now, we’re putting that vision into action. While we still 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…
Who Do I Contact?We value every resident’s voice and take pride in providing responsive, respectful, and effective local government services. As a small and dedicated team, we’ve established a structure to ensure the appropriate staff addresses your concerns as quickly as possible. How We Handle Resident Concerns: Most day-to-day issues Read more…