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Covid-19 Vaccine Resources
This information is as of 3/1/2021 and may become outdated soon. The Borough of Wilkinsburg (at the current time) is not issuing or scheduling any vaccine appointments and all links below will take you to sites outside of wilkinsburgpa.gov.
https://triblive.com/local/giant-eagle-to-hold-mass-vaccination-clinic-at-heinz-field/
Appointments can be made online through the chain’s scheduling tool, or, beginning Monday, over the phone at 1-877-288-2070.
An immensely helpful Facebook group called Getting Pittsburgh Vaccinated. The site is a robust information hub with everything you need to know about getting a vaccine shot in the Pittsburgh region, from sharing tips to posting when new opportunities arise to getting volunteers to help others who are struggling (and there are plenty).
Planning Commission meeting for 2/9/2021
The Planning Commission will be holding a meeting on February 9, 2021 at 6:30pm. This meeting will be held via Zoom Video Conference. The Zoom information can be found here: https://www.wilkinsburgpa.gov/calendar/planning-commission-38/
Smoke testing to start 1/18/21
Resolution for Public Censure
At the council meeting on January 6, 2021, council voted 6 to 3 to introduce a resolution for Public Censure of Mayor Marita Garrett.
A link to the resolution can be found below.
2021 Recycling Calendar
The 2021 Recycling Calendar is now available.
January Electronic Recycling event cancelled
January E-cycle waste date slated for Saturday, January 23, 2021 has been cancelled. We will resume E-cycle waste drop-off on Saturday, April 17, 2021 from 8am-1pm
2021 Fiscal Year Budget
The 2021 Budget is now available for Public Display electronically.
2021 Fiscal Year Budget – Wilkinsburg Borough
The budget can also be reviewed in person in the lobby at 605 Ross Avenue, but you will have to contact the Administrative Office to gain access to the building since it’s locked due to the Covid-19 Pandemic.
Admin office phone: 412-244-2900
Admin office email: info@wilkinsburgpa.gov
Happy Thanksgiving
Warm wishes on behalf of the Borough government to all for a joyous and safe Thanksgiving Holiday.
Borough offices will be closed Thursday, November 26 and Friday, November 27, 2020.
Enjoy the holiday this long weekend.
Wilkinsburg Leaf Collection – Fall 2020
Wilkinsburg Leaf Collection 2020 – Begins November 2nd – Ends December 18th
ONLY LEAVES IN BROWN PAPER BAGS will be picked up at the curb
(leaves in plastic bags – will be picked up by garbage trucks)
LOOSE LEAVES AT THE CURB WILL NOT BE PICKED UP
30 gallon leaf bags are available – Call 412-244-2959
Borough Building Closed
Due to the “Closing” of the Borough Building to the general public. It is our mission to provide a healthy and safe environment to all “Borough Employees” and “Residents” of our community. Here are a list of business office numbers for further assistance.
All Police Emergency – Dial 911 for Allegheny County Dispatch
All Police Non-Emergency – Dial Police Secretary – 412-244-2919
*Any other Police Business (Walk-In Reports, PFA Drop-Off) Please use “RED” 911 phone located in the front door entrance for an Officer assistance*
All Administrative Department Calls – Dial 412-244-2900
All Code Enforcement Department Calls – Dial 412-244-2923
All Finance Department Calls – Dial 412-242-7251 (Parking Ticket Payments (Over the phone for debit and credit card payments; Otherwise you can mail your payment) Please Do Not place cash payments in the front door entrance.
All Library Department Calls – Dial 412-244-2940 to speak with Library staff for service and/or visit the Wilkinsburg Library website for all Library services information.
All Public Works Department Calls – Dial 412-244-2959 for all non-emergency Public Works assistance.
Thank you to all residents and visitors within our Community for your patience and cooperation during this COVID-19 Pandemic Crisis.
And remember mask-up and social distance to stay healthy and safe!