Summary
Resident Edith Benson asked the board to study whether all township residents — not just those near a pole — should pay streetlight assessments, and whether the township should own the poles for better control over Penelec service.
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Last discussed Jul 14, 2026.
Impact analysis
Affected property owners pay an annual streetlight assessment that has risen over the years; a township-wide assessment would spread or shift those costs.
If adopted, all Millcreek residents who benefit from street lighting would share the cost instead of only nearby property owners.
Current assessed property owners near poles could see relief, but residents elsewhere could face a new charge.
Mentions & discussions (3)
Board of Supervisors (Regular) - Jul 14, 2026
A resident showed his pie-shaped lot costs him roughly double what a similar-sized neighbor pays because assessments are based on street frontage. Supervisors committed to an in-depth review of all 336 lighting districts before the next billing cycle.
Board of Supervisors (Regular) - May 12, 2026
The annual street lighting assessment was adopted for another year, and Penelec is beginning converting street lights to LED, which should eventually lower costs.
Board of Supervisors (Regular) - Jan 5, 2026
Resident Edith Benson asked the board to study whether all township residents — not just those near a pole — should pay streetlight assessments, and whether the township should own the poles for better control over Penelec service.
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