Announcements

The need for blood products in our region is critical, especially with Labor Day approaching.  The Central Blood Bank will be conducting a Blood Drive at the library on Wednesday, August 24 from 9:30 am to 2:30 pm.  All participating donors will receive an “I Bleed Black and Gold” Steelers t-shirt.

Appointments can be made by visiting www.centralbloodbank.org.  Click on “Donate Blood” and then “Make an Appointment” and search for group code C594.  You may also call 1.866.366.6771.  Walk-ins are welcome but appointments are strongly encouraged.  Remember to eat a healthy meal, drink plenty of fluids, and get a good night’s rest before donating.  Bring a valid ID to your appointment.  Each donation helps save three lives!

Over 700 persons filled the Peters Township High School for Your Property Reassessment: What Does It Mean? on Monday, August 1 at 6:30 p.m. Library staff organized the event to help residents understand the recent property reassessment that was conducted in Washington County.

Guest speakers for this event included Commissioner Harlan G. Shober, Jr., County Director of Administration Scott Fergus, and Attorney Susan Key. Topics discussed included:

• The Status of Washington County’s reassessment
• The Appeal Process: How it Works
• How to Look at Your Property Values
• Examples of Assessed Values vs. Millage Rates/Taxe

The program was videotaped by Peters Township Community Television and can be viewed here. It is also being broadcast locally on Channel 7 or Channel 38. Check the current broadcast schedule for dates and times.

If property owners are not satisfied with the new value, they may submit an appeal with the Washington County Board of Assessment Appeals not later than Wednesday, August 10, 2016.

Visit the Property Reassessment Information on the library web site for links to the online resources discussed during the program.