FAQs

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Block Parent Program

1. What if I take in a child and he / she becomes ill, or gets hurt in my home?: Some people are concerned initially about the civil liability they might incur because of having offered refuge to someone, but they must remember that the mere posting of a sign in their window does not change their responsibilities at all. If they would have taken in a frightened child before they joined the Block Parent Program, there is no reason why they should hesitate now. Experience shows there will be few incidents of any sort happening to any Block Parent volunteer, since Block Parent Programs tend to deter criminal or disorderly activity in a neighborhood.

2. Am I expected to open my door to anyone who claims to need help?: Of course not. There is no enforcement within the Block Parent plan, so the Block Parent may open, or refuse to open, his / her door to anyone he/she chooses. It is expected that the volunteer will always provide refuge for the very young children, who are the primary objects of the program's protection. However, whether to offer haven to anyone else is entirely up to the conscience and courage of the person whose home it is. The sign in the window does not obligate the homeowner to open his / her door to anyone at all - it merely indicates that he/she is a member of the Block Parent Program and is probably at home.

3. Should I take the sign out of the window every time I leave the house?: No. The mere display of such signs throughout a neighborhood tends to discourage molesters and other undesirables. A Block Parent may go 10 years or more without participating in a "dramatic rescue" of any kind. By keeping the sign posted, you are letting children in the area know that you are a participant in the Block Parent Program.

1. What kind of work requires a building permit?: Thanks for asking! Residential and commercial building permit information is listed on the Quick Reference Page
Quick Reference Page

2. I put 1271 Route 30 into my GPS to come to the Municipal Building and now I'm in Beaver County - help!: Unfortunately, there are two 1271 Route 30 addresses - one in Beaver County and our address in Allegheny County. When entering the address into GPS, do not use "Clinton" for the city - use "Findlay Township". That should take you to the correct address for our Municipal Building. We are located very close to the intersection of Route 30 / Clinton Road / Washington Road - there is a traffic light and the Clinton Post Office at that intersection. If you're still lost, give us a call at 724-695-0500, we'll get you to our building.

3. How do I get information on availability and costs for reserving the Activity Center in Imperial?: At this time, the Activity Center is not available to be reserved online. You must stop into the Municipal Building in person or call Laura at 724-695-0500 ext. 241.

4. How do I get a Recycling Cart?: Recycling Carts are available at the Municipal Building in Clinton - Monday thru Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. If you are moving into a new construction, one Recycling Cart is issued to you for free. Carts are assigned to addresses, so there should already be a cart at existing residences. Additional or replacement carts are also available for $20. Be sure to contact Waste Management to arrange an account to have your trash and recycling collected. Waste Management's telephone number is 800-866-4460.

5. My street light is out, who should I call?: For street lights that are out or flickering, call the Township at 724-695-0500. If you can get a pole number, that is helpful, otherwise we'll need an address of the pole's location.

6. How do I reserve a ballfield?: At this time, ballfields are not available to be reserved online. Please contact Stephanie at 724-695-0500 ext. 240.

7. How do I make a pavilion reservation?: Residents, resident groups and businesses can begin reserving pavilions on the first Saturday in February. Reservations on that date are IN PERSON at the Municipal Building only. After that date, reservations can be requested online, in person or by calling 724-695-0500 ext. 241. The Recreation & Sports Complex at Leopold Lake Pavilion can only be reserved in person or by phone. At this time, we are not taking online requests for that pavilion. Non-residents, non-resident groups and businesses can begin reserving pavilions after April 1st.
Facilities

8. Who is responsible for snow removal on Old 978? (Enlow Road): Old 978 is owned by Allegheny County. Up until last year, Findlay Township performed snow removal under contract with the County. Allegheny County recently restructured their snow contracts and resumed responsibility for all maintenance on Old 978, including snow removal.

9. How many miles of roads are Township owned?: 45.07 miles. We also have private roads, County roads and State roads within our Township.

10. Who does snow removal on Route 30?: PennDOT is responsible for all maintenance for Route 30, including road repair and snow removal.

11. How do I find information on programs and/or events in the Township?: By watching for our Recreation Newsletter, mailed out 2-3 times per year, calling Recreation at 724-695-0500 ext. 240 or 241, or by checking right here on our website under Events or Parks & Recreation or Activity Center.

1. Must the deduct meter be purchased from Findlay Municipal Authority?: Yes, the meters are standardized with our Sensus meter reading system and must be able to be read with our radio readout system.

2. What type of wire must I use to connect my deduct meter?: You must use 3 conductor, 22 gage telephone wire. Your plumber should have an ample supply of this product or should be able to get access to it.

3. Who runs the wire for my deduct meter?: The plumber should have the wire start at the deduct meter and run outside the house near the existing radio remote. The plumber should leave at least 18 inches of wire exposed outside the building, enough for Findlay Township Municipal Authority to connect it to the radio remote.

4. Where must I locate my deduct meter?: Your deduct meter should be located as close as possible to your water meter. It must be located after the water meter and measure only the water used for outside purposes (pool, irrigation, etc.).

5. Where do I run the meter wire outside the house?: The meter wire must be run outside near the existing radio remote. There should be at least 1 foot distance if the wire is run above or below the existing radio remote. It can be located adjacent to the radio remote.

6. What must I complete before my deduct meter can be connected by FTMA?: You and/or your plumber must assure the deduct meter is placed after the existing water meter and has the appropriate 3 gage conductor wire running outside near the existing radio remote.

7. What do I do to get my deduct meter connected?: Call Findlay Township Municipal Authority at 724-695-3108 anytime Monday through Friday 8 a.m. through 4:30 p.m. Findlay Township Municipal Authority personnel will be out as soon as you are scheduled.