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Consider Becoming More Involved

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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/

Bellefonte Borough Council approved support of HB 451

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Bellefonte Borough Council approved support of HB 451, through adopting Resolution 09162024-02  at their September 16th, 2024 Council Meeting. HB 451 looks to bring financial assistance to boroughs, like Bellefonte, with relatively high percentages of non-taxable real estate (properties like schools, post offices, county buildings, libraries, etc.).  Please help us send a message to our […]

Bellefonte Water Information

Water sources typically do not contain lead.  If water is corrosive and not treated accordingly, it can cause the lead in piping, plumbing, etc. to leach out into the water. If the source is corrosive to the point that action levels are exceeded, then the water system would be mandated to treat the water for […]

What can you do to help with the Service Line Inventory Project?

You can find out what materials your service line is made of! The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has an online step-by-step guide- “Protect your Tap: A Quick Check for Lead” to help people identify lead service lines in their homes. It also provides tips on actions to reduce lead exposure in drinking water, information on […]

Reducing your exposure to Lead

There is no safe level of exposure to lead. If present, elevated levels of lead can cause serious health problems, especially for pregnant women and young children. Lead in drinking water is primarily from corrosion of materials and components associated with service lines and home plumbing. The Bellefonte Borough Water Authority is responsible for providing […]

Service Line Inventory

What is a service line and who owns it? A water service line or lateral is the small diameter pipe that connects the water main in the street to your home or building. Service lines can be made of copper, galvanized steel, iron, plastic, or lead. The property owner owns the water service line from […]