Akron Borough 1948

National Night Out 2022

Employment Opportunity

Akron Borough is seeking qualified applicants for the full-time position of Public Works Maintenance Worker.  Work involves thorough knowledge of general maintenance procedures for all equipment, including light, medium or skilled equipment and heavy truck operating procedures.  Work also involves maintenance and repair projects on streets, snow removal, paving, routine vehicle and equipment maintenance and similar maintenance duties.  Specific experience in landscaping/grounds maintenance and road maintenance is preferred.  Must be a certified holder of a Commercial Driver’s License (Type B) with air brake endorsements or be able to obtain certification within one year of date of hire.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay $18.00 – $24.00 per hour

Benefits:

• Health Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Short Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Retirement Plan
• Paid Holiday and Vacation

Schedule:

Forty (40) Hour Work Week

Education:

High School or equivalent (Preferred)

License/Certification:

Driver’s License (Required)

Interested individuals can apply by submitting resume’s to or obtaining an application at the Borough of Akron Municipal Office located at 117 S. 7th St. PO Box 130 Akron PA  17501.

Survey

The borough is looking for your input on a motto for the borough.

Use the link: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CNKHLSZ

Low Income Household Water Assistance Program

Low Income Household Water Assistance Pogram LIHWAP Flyer 2022

Low Income Household Water Assistance Program LIHWAP Application 2022

Akron Borough Yard/Garage Sales

All yard/garage sales in Akron Borough requires a permit.  Cost of the permit is $5.00 and it comes with 5 signs.  You are allowed one Two (2) day sale or two One (1) day sale.  A sign must be posted at the place of sale. No wire, staples or nails may be used to post signs and signs must be removed within 24 hours after the sale.  All other signs not purchased at the Borough office will be removed.

GRASS CLIPPINGS

Please remember when mowing your grass, the clippings are not to be blown onto the roadway. Grass on the road is a safety hazard to motorcyclists and bicyclists. These clippings will be washed into the storm drains which can create clogs and cause drainage and flooding issues. If you blow your grass onto the roadway while mowing, please clean it up when you are done.

PROPERTY MAINTENANCE TALL GRASS AND WEEDS

No, person owning or occupying any property within the Borough shall permit grass or weeds or any vegetation (not edible or planted) to exceed a height of eight inches this includes the curb line. All exterior property and premises shall be maintained in a clean, safe and sanitary condition. PROPERTIES WILL BE CITED FOR VIOLATIONS.

The Borough’s Active Transportation Plan in open for public comment and review.

Active Transportation Plan