Welcome
to the website for the Borough of Forest Hills,a charming community
nestled in the eastern suburbs of Pittsburgh, PA. Newcomers and
long-time residents alike say Forest Hills is a perfect balance of
intimate neighborhoods and major metropolitan access.
This
site is best viewed on Internet Explorer
----------------------------------------------------------
Strategic Planning
As part of council's strategic planning process, a list of guiding principles and values were proposed to illustrate the character of Forest Hills and guide the borough into the future. Both a mission statement and vision statement have been developed as well. To see the complete document click here. Council meets approximately every other month as they take on the strategic planning process and meetings are advertised and open to the public. All meetings are held at the recreation center lodge on Barclay. Residents are welcome to provide written comments on the list and on the process in general. Please include your name and address and drop off comments at the borough office or after hours in the payment drop box. Or contact a member of council.We'd enjoy hearing your opinions about the site. You may email the Borough webmaster (click "Contact Us" below) or call us at the phone number below. We are unable to respond to individual emails. Complaints/comments/questions on other issues are not accepted via email. Please click comments for information. Click here to see established policy on borough website.
Holiday Trash and Recycling Collection
Please note, there will not be a delay in trash or recycling collection due to the Presidents Day holiday in February.Recycling Collection Change!
Beginning in 2012 recycling material will be collected every week by the borough's contractor, Waste Management.Fire Services Fee
For a copy of Ordinance 1015 establishing the fee click here.For a sample bill with directions and information click here.
Winter Reminders
Click here for information and tips on dealing with winter weather in Forest Hills.Animal Control Issues
See article from the Post Gazette on animal control and rabies incidents in SWPA. The borough does not have an animal control officer and residents are advised to contact a professional contractor and/or the Humane Society or another organization dedicated to animals to deal with wildlife issues. In an emergency situation you may contact the police department by calling 911. The article provides additional information on emergency situations.2012 Budget
Click Here (under construction). Council may reopen the budget in January 2012 if it so chooses.Who Needs Flood Insurance?
Spring/summer rains can create problems for home owners in low lying areas, areas with poor drainage or other conditions. However, even homeowners in low to moderate flood prone areas can be at risk. Check out FEMA's website for info on obtaining flood insurance and the myths surrounding who may need such insurance.Can't Find Something?
Try clicking on the site index link (here or above). Commonly sought items are listed in alphabetical order. Links to many common areas can also be found on the "information for residents" tab above.Items Inside:
- 2019 Borough Centennial information
- Click 2012 BUDGET to access the current budget.
- Strategic Planning draft report discussed at the left side of this page and found by clicking here.
- Click the link for information on the sanitary sewer consent decree that the borough and all ALCOSAN communities are required to follow.
- Click here to volunteer for borough boards. The press release you will find at this link is the original dated some time ago but the information continues to be valid.
- Learn how to install a rain barrel & find other useful environmental information.
- Allegheny County Health Dept. free smoke alarm program - call 412-247-7800 or go to their website.
- County Health Dept. warning on foxes and potentially rabid animals. See also an article from the Post Gazette on animal control and rabies incidents in SWPA.