This Web site has been established to provide information to the citizens of the Township and others who are interested in our community. The site will be updated as often as possible to reflect current information. However, the Supervisors of Benner Township do not warrant the accuracy or completeness of the information contained herein. For the most up-to-date information, contact the Township office at 814-355-1419 or you may email us at BENNERTWP@aol.com
GARBAGE CONTRACT FAQ: Please click here to view the list of frequently asked questions concerning the upcoming changes in the garbage contract. Garbage Contract FAQ
A summary of the 2025-2030 Refuse and Recycling Residential curbside Collection Contract can be view by clicking here. Summary Flyer (1)
COSTS OF SERVICE – New Burgmeier’s Hauling Contract beginning April 1, 2025
Cart Selection is now due to the need of placing orders for the carts. Please make your cart selection by September 30, 2024. You may select your cart by going to www.burgmeiers.com/cogcarts calling 1(800)491-8975 or by using the QR code on your postcard. Most received their post cards in August 22nd’s mail.
All Collection Services (Curbside weekly collection of refuse and recycling and annual curbside collection of bulk waste, bulk recyclables, and Christmas trees) | Monthly fee per Residence for YEAR 1 |
95 – gallon Cart Service (approx. 7 Kitchen size bags) | $31.09 |
65-gallon Cart Service (approx. 4 Kitchen size bags) | $29.83 |
35-gallon Cart Service (approx. 2 Kitchen size bags) | $28.01 |
Upcoming Meetings: All meetings are held at the municipal building unless otherwise noted.
Benner Township Supervisors - TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3, 2024 @ 7 P.M. Click here for the September 3, 2024 Agenda
Benner Township Planning Commission – August 22, 2024 @ 7 p.m. Meeting is cancelled due to lack of business.
Benner Township Water Authority – Third Tuesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. The Benner Township Water Authority has recently launched their own website. We encourage you to visit their site at https://bennerwater.com
HAVING TROUBLE PAYING YOUR WATER OR SEWER BILL – You may qualify for assistance. Click here for more information. LIHWAP
SPONGY MOTH: Attached is a list of spongy moth spraying contractors that was given to us. We don’t have an opinion on any of them. We are just offering the list as a resource. Spongy Moth Spraying Contractors Click here for some additional spongy moth treatment options. Treatment Options
ZONING ORDINANCE: The Township’s Planning Commission and Board of Supervisors have been working to revise the Township’s Zoning Ordinance for the last several years. The Supervisors adopted Ordinance 134 on August 2, 2021 which is now the new Benner Township Zoning Ordinance. The Zoning Ordinance can be viewed by clicking Benner Township Zoning Ordinance7-15-21 (1) . The major changes from the last version can be viewed by clicking here Changes to Zoning Ordinance. The Zoning Map can be viewed by clicking here BennerZoning_May2021 map. Please ignore the map that is shown within zoning ordinance document.
Click the link below for the Updated Nittany Valley Joint Comprehensive Plan - Nittany Valley Joint Comprehensive Plan
Septic Management Ordinance - Was adopted on May 19, 2014. Below is the map indicating the various pumping/inspection schedule. Mrs. Horner is the Administrator of this program. She can be reached by calling (814)422-7688 Her mailing address is 166 Cooper Street, Spring Mills, PA 16875 . A copy of the adopted ordinance is available by clicking here. Ordinance 117
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The Township’s trash hauler is Waste Management. They can be reached by calling (866) 272-6861. Through a competitive bidding process, the seventh contract for the residential refuse and recycling services was awarded to Advanced Disposal for a 5 year term, January 1, 2020 – December 31, 2024. The COG continues to keep the monthly rate for the contracted Refuse and Recycling Program much lower than the average rate prior to the program’s inception; the current rate is about the same as the 1991 rate for refuse service. Rates for 2024 are:
Service |
Monthly Rate |
Quarterly Invoice |
Regular (up to 8 bags) Service |
$23.38 |
$70.14 |
Low-Use (1 bag/week) Service |
$19.38 |
$58.14 |
Regular + At-Door Service |
$33.38 |
$100.14 |
Low-Use + At-Door Service |
$29.38 |
$88.14 |
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Late fee |
$10.95 |
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Special Pick-up |
$30 |
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This contract will include the following changes for residents:
- Service levels: The levels of service have been re-defined. Unlimited service will be replaced with a limit of 8 bags or containers of refuse per week. Low Usage service will remain 1 bag or container of refuse per week. 1 bag or container is defined as 35 gallons and no more than 40 pounds. For the handful of customers who produce more than 8 bags every week, the cost will be negotiated with the contractor. If an additional amount of refuse is needed to be disposed of, please contact Advanced Disposal at (814) 237-3713.
Below is the ordinance that was adopted by the Board of Supervisors meeting to be held on December 7, 2009. Ordinance 105 Benner Township 150 Years of Families, Forging, Farming, Fishing and Flying Looking for a unique gift? There are still a number of the Benner Township History Books available. This hard bound book is now available at the cost of $15.00. This book is filled with pictures and lots of stories about the families that settled here in Benner Township and the industries that followed. Stop by the office during regular business hours or call 355-1419 for a list of evening hours for your copy. Nittany Valley Comprehensive Plan Need to file a complaint?
The Kepler pool study is available for viewing by clicking below:
ABCs
Benner Township’s ABC ( Authorities, Boards, and Commissions) Bank is seeking interested people who reside in the Township and have a concern for the well-being of the community to be available to give service by volunteering for positions that become open on the various Boards, Authorities, and Commissions/Committees that are appointed by the Supervisors. The Township needs dedicated people who are willing to serve in many different capacities. If you have any particular talents, concerns or interests that you feel would be appropriate, please contact the Township Office at 355-1419 for more information. Click here to download an application form. ABC Application form
ACT 13 Report of Unconventional Gas Well Fund Usage Report.
Click here to view Benner Township’s 2012 report.
Click 2013 ACT 13 Reports to view Benner Township’s 2013 report
Click 2014 Gas Usage Report to view Benner Township’s 2014 report.
Click 2015 PUC Act 13 Usage Report to view Benner Township’s 2015 report.
Click 2016 Act 13 Report to view Benner Township’s 2016 report.
Click 2017 Act 13 Report to view Benner Township’s 2017 report.
Click 2018 Act 13 Report to view Benner Township’s 2018 report.
Click 2019 Act 13 Reports to view Benner Township’s 2019 report.
Click 2020 Act 13 Spending Report to view Benner Township’s 2020 report.
Click 2021 Act 13 Report to view Benner Township’s 2021 report.
Click Act 13 2022 Report to view Benner Township’s 2022 report.