September 2025 Borough Newsletter
September 2025
This edition of the Port Matilda Borough Newsletter celebrates the success of the Borough's Centennial Celebration, recognizes the many volunteers and sponsors who made the event possible, announces a part-time employment opportunity, provides Halloween trick-or-treat information, includes a legal notice regarding the sale of Borough property, and shares important winter safety reminders.
Centennial Celebration Cornhole Tournament Results
The Port Matilda Borough Centennial Celebration Cornhole Tournament was a tremendous success, bringing together friendly competition, community spirit, and plenty of fun.
Congratulations to the tournament winners:
🥇 1st Place: Team Big Sacks
🥈 2nd Place: Team AceHoles
🥉 3rd Place: Team Ramrod
The Borough extends its sincere appreciation to the event sponsors:
Tyrone Ford
Moyer's Landscape Design & Stone Specialists
Port Matilda Hotel & Tavern
Lykens Market
Brother's Pizza of Port Matilda
Thanks to entry fees and generous donations, the tournament raised $300 to benefit Zyzah.
Thank You to Our Centennial Celebration Supporters
Port Matilda Borough extends a heartfelt thank you to everyone who donated, volunteered, sponsored, attended, or otherwise supported the Borough's Centennial Celebration.
Special recognition is given to the many businesses, organizations, elected officials, volunteers, and community members whose generosity helped make this historic event possible.
The Borough appreciates the support of organizations including:
American Legion Post #536
Brother's Pizza of Port Matilda
Centre Wildlife Care
Hannah Baptist Church
Independent Order of Odd Fellows Lodge #733
Lykens Market & LMR Tire
Moyer's Landscape Design & Stone Specialists
Port Matilda Volunteer Fire Company
Port Matilda EMS
Port Matilda Baptist Church
Port Matilda Hotel & Tavern
Port Matilda Sons of the American Legion
Tyrone Ford
Veterans of Port Matilda
...along with many additional businesses, volunteers, elected officials, and community members whose contributions helped make the Centennial Celebration a memorable success.
The Borough apologizes for any unintentional omissions and thanks everyone who participated.
Community Park Improvements
Many volunteers worked together to prepare Community Park for the Centennial Celebration.
Special thanks include:
Sons of the American Legion for removing old grills and installing three new park grills.
Sons of the American Legion for improvements to the concession stand, including a new serving counter.
Brad and Tina Pritts for repairing the footbridge following vandalism damage and repairing a pavilion picnic table.
Bernie Kalt and Steve Patton for ongoing groundskeeping and maintenance at Community Park and the municipal lot.
The Borough thanks everyone whose efforts showcased the pride our community takes in its public spaces.
Help Wanted: Part-Time Assistant Maintenance Person
Port Matilda Borough is accepting applications for a Part-Time Assistant Maintenance Person.
Requirements
Must be able to pass all required child clearances.
Previous maintenance experience is preferred but not required.
How to Apply
Applications may be picked up at:
Port Matilda Borough Office
400 South High Street
Port Matilda, PA 16870
Port Matilda Borough Trick-or-Treat
Friday, October 31, 2025
🕕 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
The Borough wishes everyone a fun and safe Halloween!
Legal Notice: Borough Property for Sale
Port Matilda Borough is accepting sealed bids for the purchase of Centre County Tax Parcel 35-003-078, currently zoned Stream Valley.
Important information includes:
Sealed bids must be received by October 20, 2025.
Bids will be opened on November 18, 2025.
The purchaser is responsible for transfer taxes, recording costs, and legal fees.
The property includes an unoccupied office structure.
The property is being sold as-is, without warranties except as to title.
The successful bidder must submit a 10% deposit within five days of the award and close within 30 days.
The Borough reserves the right to accept or reject any and all bids.
For inspection information, please contact the Borough Office at (814) 692-0092.
Winter Safety Reminders
As colder weather approaches, residents are reminded to prepare for winter and help keep the community safe.
Fire Safety
Remember to:
Test smoke and carbon monoxide alarms monthly.
Keep combustible materials at least three feet away from heating equipment.
Have chimneys professionally inspected and cleaned annually.
Use fireplaces safely with proper screens.
Never rely on candles during power outages—use flashlights instead.
Keep Fire Hydrants Clear
Residents are encouraged to keep at least three feet of clearance around nearby fire hydrants after snowfalls to ensure firefighters have quick access during emergencies.
Keep Mailboxes Accessible
Please clear snow from around your mailbox and maintain a safe approach for postal carriers to help ensure uninterrupted mail delivery.
Snow Removal Reminder
Property owners are responsible for clearing sidewalks within 24 hours after snowfall or freezing precipitation has ended.
Snow and ice should be completely removed or properly treated to provide safe pedestrian access.
Please remember:
Do not shovel snow into public streets.
Remove snow and ice from vehicles before driving.
Failure to clear sidewalks may result in enforcement action under Borough regulations.
Original Newsletter
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