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Mayor’s Proclamation City of Butler WHEREAS: on March 6, 2020, Governor Tom Wolf proclaimed the existence of a disaster emergency in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, ultimately requiring all Pennsylvania residents to shelter in place; andWHEREAS: despite all of the efforts of state, county, and municipal governments to mitigate the effects of this pandemic, as… Continue reading Bells Across Pennsylvania May 3 7pm

Greater Pittsburgh Food distribution event in Butler County Date:     Tuesday April 28, 2020 Time:     10 AM until Noon Place:    Butler Fairgrounds— Unionville Road entrance The Butler Fairgrounds is donating their location, resources, and time to assist the Food Bank and our local residents during this crisis and are happy to be able to help those… Continue reading Butler County Food Distribution – April 28

3/31/2020 – Due to the Governor’s “Stay at Home” order for Butler County, the designated compost area for leaves in the City’s Memorial Park will be closed to the public until further notice. The curbside collection service will still be provided by the City’s Streets Department. Residents may call the department at (724) 285 –… Continue reading Leaf composing area closed

N E W S     R E L E A S E Beginning on Saturday, April 4, 2020, residents of the City may begin disposing of leaves at a designated area in the City’s Memorial Park. The City has issued the following guidelines pertaining to use of the area. Signs will direct users to the designated… Continue reading Spring 2020 Leaf Dump

The Mayor and City Council held an emergency meeting this morning at which Council joined President Trump, Governor Wolf and the Butler County Commissioners in declaring a state of emergency within the City of Butler. In an effort to protect the health and safety of its employees and the public, Council approved the items listed… Continue reading COVID-19 update

Mayor Ben Smith invites you to enjoy the Holiday Season in Downtown Butler with free parking now through December 31, 2019 at any street metered parking space. There is also 2 hours of free parking on the Main Street. Enforcement will continue at the garages and parking lots. Come Downtown, get in the Holiday Spirit… Continue reading Free Parking until December 31, 2019

From the County of Butler Government Center – December 17, 2019 – For Immediate Release CHRISTMAS TREE RECYCLING The following is a list of options for recycling cut Christmas trees after the holidays. It is very important to remember that all locations require trees to be free of all decorations and any plastic bag. Please… Continue reading Christmas Tree Recycling

Mayor Smith has announced there will be “Free Parking” at street meters from December 16, 2018 through January 1, 2019. This does not include Main Street which will remain free 2 hour parking or Lots and Garages. Happy Holidays.

Trick or Treat will be on October 31, 2019 from 6 to 7pm in the City of Butler. In addition, the Police Station will have treat bags and neon for the kids from 5-6pm. Stop by 200 W. New Castle Street and meet our officers! Have fun, stay safe!

Beginning on Saturday, October 12, 2019, residents of the City may begin disposing of leaves at a designated area in the City’s Memorial Park.  The City has issued the following guidelines pertaining to use of the area. Signs will direct users to the designated area that will be open from 8:00 a.m. to 2:3 p.m.,… Continue reading Fall News Release