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Where does your tax dollar go in 2023?

Posted on November 18, 2022

Graphs for Where Tax Dollar Goes 11--22. Graph on page 1 shows the amount of Real Estate Taxes and the dollar amount that is divided up between the Township, Crawford County and the Crawford Central School District for a resident with an average assessed value of their home and property valued at $29,434.56. Graph on...

Leaf Collection Schedule 11-17-2022

Posted on November 17, 2022

Leaf Collection began on Monday, October 17, 2022 and will continue until the weather no longer cooperates. They are still getting leaves but the time is getting more limited due to the snow. For those residents located South of Route 27, the leaf vacuum will be out and collecting leaves on Mondays and Tuesdays. For...

Please Do Not Deposit Snow or Debris onto Roadways

Posted on October 1, 2022

Please do not put SNOW, ICE, grass, grass clippings, leaves or any type of debris in the Township roadway. State and municipal law require citizens to use and maintain their property in ways that avoid creating hazardous road conditions for others. This includes not obstructing highway lanes and drainage facilities with debris including grass, grass...

Open Seats on Boards or Commissions

Posted on September 1, 2022

We currently have a few openings on our numerous Boards and Commissions including an Auditor Position. We do maintain a listing of interested persons so when an opening does occur, we may attempt to fill the vacancy as soon as possible. If interested, please send a letter of interest or resume to West Mead Township,...

West Nile Virus Information 09-01-2022

Posted on September 1, 2022

West Nile Virus has been detected in mosquitos collected from the City of Meadville in Crawford County. Businesses and residents located in Meadville near Linden Street and French Creek Parkway, should take extra precautions such as applying insect repellant and wearing long sleeve shirts and pants when outdoors during dusk and dawn. All businesses and...

Tamarack Lake Algal Blooms

Posted on August 25, 2022

Some residents and users have been concerned over the Algal Blooms that have been happening this year at Tamarack Lake. The PA Fish and Boat Commission and PA DEP are aware and have been doing sampling on the reservoir this year. Reports on harmful algal blooms can be reported to HABs@pa.gov. Additional information is available...

Crawford Central School District Tax Bills Delay 08-15-2022

Posted on August 16, 2022

All residents of West Mead Township are located in the Crawford Central School District. Due to changes made by the School District in the Millage Rates and by them no longer collecting Per Capita Taxes, the bills were late going out for 2022. They have been mailed as of August 15, 2022 and residents should...

Penelec Summer Electric Cost Saving Tips

Posted on July 11, 2022

With summer heat likely to drive increased electricity use and higher bills, FirstEnergy’s Pennsylvania utilities – Met-Ed, Penelec, Penn Power and West Penn Power – want you to have the tools and knowledge you need to effectively manage your energy use and budget. As summer temperatures rise, you can improve energy efficiency and lower cooling...

GARBAGE OPTIONS SEMINAR UPDATED 03-01-2022

Posted on March 1, 2022

Update as of 03-01-2022: Supervisors have agreed to hold off on having any having any additional discussions on mandatory garbage service at this time due to the majority of residents have expressed that they are not interested in the service. It may be discussed at a later date so check back for additional information. Update...

Please Slow Down In Neighborhoods with Children

Posted on February 20, 2022

Please slow down while driving in neighborhoods where children are located and may be playing. Fines can result from not adhering to these laws and regulations. Please be respectful of your neighborhood and allow those who live and play in West Mead Township to do so safely especially during the upcoming summer season! We want...

Where does your tax dollar go in 2022?

Posted on December 10, 2021

Graphs for Where Tax Dollar Goes 12-10-21. Graph on page 1 shows the amount of Real Estate Taxes and the dollar amount that is divided up between the Township, Crawford County and the Crawford Central School District for a resident with an average assessed value of their home and property valued at $29,341.79. Graph on...

Trash Haulers and Dumpster Rental Listing

Posted on June 30, 2021

We offer the following listing of trash haulers and local companies that offer garbage service and dumpster rentals for our residents. Tri County Industries 724-748-4705 Keberts Dumpster Rentals 814-724-1600 Raccoon Refuse 814-206-0615 Waste Management 844-279-2503 Advanced Disposal 814-563-4225 ProWaste Services 814-455-5119 Lincoln Recycling and Metals 814-724-2241 Finney and Sons 814-923-1360 McJunkin Rolloffs 724-456-5160...

Private Water Well Information Summer 2021

Posted on June 7, 2021

Informational newsletter can be found here for anyone who has a private water well. https://westmead.org/documents/water-well-information-summer-2021/

Burning Ordinance Updated 9-13-2016

Posted on September 14, 2016

The updated Burning Ordinance document can be seen here. The original Burning Ordinance has been in place since 2001 and was updated to include some restrictions on leaf burning earlier in 2016. The Board of Supervisors considered adoption of the updated Burning Ordinance on Tuesday, September 13, 2016 during the Supervisors Regular Monthly Meeting and...

Oakwood Park Blog

Posted on July 8, 2016

Check out the historical background of Oakwood Park (now called Oakgrove Park) that was recently posted here on the Crawford County PA History Blogspot. You can also locate this and many other fascinating blogs from Ron Mattocks on facebook or on their website at the Crawford County Historical Society.