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Bellefonte Borough relies on the dedication and expertise of community members who serve on our various Authorities, Boards, and Commissions (ABCs). These volunteers play a vital role in supporting the Borough’s elected officials and staff, helping to shape the future of our community.

If you’re interested in making a meaningful impact, we encourage you to explore the opportunities available.

Click here to learn more about current vacancies and how you can get involved.

Thank you for helping make Bellefonte a great place to live, work, and thrive! 

2026 Bellefonte Borough Tentative Budget

Snow & Inclement Weather Parking

During snow and other inclement weather, residents and visitors are reminded that year-round alternate-side parking remains in effect in the downtown area, with no parking on the posted side of the street from 1:00 a.m. to 7:00 a.m. Signs on each block indicate which side is restricted, and violations may result in a ticket. In Borough-owned municipal lots, if a snow-removal alert is issued (flashing light or Borough notice), permit holders must move their vehicles before midnight on the day of the alert, and violations may be ticketed. When weather conditions require additional plowing or safety measures, the Borough may issue temporary parking restrictions, including posted “No Parking” signs or online announcements asking drivers to move vehicles from certain streets or areas. During any winter event, please avoid parking in ways that block plow routes, hydrants, intersections, or narrow travel lanes, and monitor Borough announcements for updates.

Thank you for helping keep our streets safe and clear.

At the Bellefonte Borough Council meeting held on January 20, 2025, Council approved the Courtesy Parking Program for the 2025 Holiday Season.

How the Program Works:
• The first time the Parking Enforcement Officer observes a vehicle with no time on the meter, a complimentary two-hour pass will be issued.
• On the officer’s second pass-through on the same day, if the two hours have expired and no time has been added, a parking ticket will be issued.

Program Dates:
Thursday, November 27, 2025 (Thanksgiving Day) through
Thursday, January 1, 2026 (New Year’s Day)

We encourage everyone to take advantage of this opportunity and enjoy holiday shopping in beautiful Downtown Bellefonte.

Have a Happy Holiday Season!

Many different Authorities, Boards and Commissions (ABCs) have been formed to support Bellefonte Boroughs’ elected officials and staff. Those individuals who devote their time, energy, and know-how to the ABCs are a vital part of Bellefonte Borough. Please visit our website to learn more on how you can become more involved within the Borough. https://bellefonte.net/government/authorities-boards-and-commissions/

Just a friendly reminder: Per the Bellefonte Borough Zoning Ordinance Chapter 575, Article XXI, signs are not permitted to be placed in any portion of the Borough right-of-way. This includes the grass strip between sidewalks and the roads, shade trees, and utility poles. Signs for special events may be displayed no sooner than three weeks prior to the event and must be taken down 24 hours after the event has finished. The complete sign ordinance can be found online: https://ecode360.com/16149516. Any questions pertaining to signage can be directed to Gina Thompson, Zoning Administrator, at 814-313-1573.

The Borough of Bellefonte, Pennsylvania commits to not discriminate against individuals with disabilities.

Effective Communication: Do you need an accommodation to participate in the activities of the Borough of Bellefonte? For example, do you need an interpreter at council meetings? If so, the Borough will provide appropriate aids and services to effectively communicate with individuals with speech, hearing, or vision impairments. They may include qualified sign language interpreters, documents in alternate requested formats, assistive listening devices, and other ways of making information and
communications accessible.

Modification to Policies and Procedures: Upon request, the Borough will accommodate people with disabilities to ensure they have an equal opportunity to enjoy all Borough programs, services, and activities. For example, individuals with service animals are welcomed in Borough offices, even where pets are generally prohibited. 

To request effective communication aids, services, or other accommodations (or to make a complaint about the Borough’s programs, services, or activities as inaccessible), please contact the ADA Coordinator Alyssa Doherty, 301 N, Spring Street, Ste. 200 , Bellefonte, Pennsylvania, (814)-355-1501 ext. 217 or adoherty@bellefontepa.gov, as soon as possible but no later than two business days before the scheduled event.

ADA Grievance Procedure

Parking ticket payments must be paid through the Bellefonte Borough Police Department. The Police Department is located on the first floor of the Municipal Building. If you do not need a receipt you may drop your ticket in the red drop box by the front door or any of the drop boxes in the Municipal Parking Lots. Any parking ticket not paid within 10 days of issue is subject to be filed as a citation with the District Magistrate. For any questions, don’t hesitate to get in touch with the Bellefonte Borough Police Department at (814) 353-2320.