Tax Collection

Brighton Township, PA, manages tax collection to fund essential community services, including police, fire, emergency services, road maintenance, and property tax relief. Below is detailed information about taxes, rates, collectors, and procedures for residents. For further inquiries, contact the Municipal Building or the designated tax collectors listed below.

 

Property Taxes

  • Millage Rates:
    • Township: 2.05 mills
    • Beaver County: 3.67 mills
    • Beaver Area School District: 12.22 mills (proposed)
    • Each mill represents $1.00 in real estate taxes per $1,000 of assessed property value.
  • Property Tax Collector: James W. Onuska
    • Contact: 724-774-2622
    • Office Hours at the Municipal Building (1300 Brighton Road):
      • Tuesday: 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
      • Friday: 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
    • Note: If you do not receive your Brighton Township Real Estate Tax bill and are not serviced or escrowed by a mortgage company, contact the tax collector. For issues with 2024 Beaver Area School District Real Estate Tax bills, contact the Beaver County Assessment Office at 724-770-4480 to verify your address.

Earned Income Tax (EIT)

  • Rate: 1% total, split equally between Brighton Township and the Beaver Area School District (0.5% each).
  • Collector: Berkheimer Tax Administrator
    • Website: www.hab-inc.com
    • Contact: 1-866-701-7206
    • PSD Code: 040303 (Brighton Township)
  • Employer Responsibilities: Employers within Brighton Township, or those employing township residents, must withhold the EIT from wages and file quarterly returns on April 30, July 31, October 31, and January 31 of the following year. Employees must complete a Residency Certification Form to confirm their PSD code and tax rate.
  • Individual Filing: Residents with earned income not subject to withholding (e.g., self-employed individuals) must file quarterly returns and pay the tax directly to Berkheimer on the same schedule.

Per Capita Tax

  • Collector: Berkheimer Tax Administrator
    • Contact for Per Capita Tax Inquiries: (610) 599-3141
    • Details: This tax applies to residents aged 18 and older who have completed high school. Notices are mailed annually, typically in July, combined with Borough and School District bills.

Local Services Tax

  • Purpose: Funds police, fire, emergency services, road construction, maintenance, and property tax reduction.
  • Collector: Designated by Brighton Township, typically Berkheimer.
  • Employer Responsibilities: Employers must withhold this tax from employees working within Brighton Township and remit it to the collector. Employees eligible for exemptions (e.g., low-income or certain disabled individuals) can request refunds through established procedures.

Payment and Contact Information

  • Tax Bills:
    • Brighton Township Real Estate Tax bills are issued annually. Contact the tax collector if you do not receive your bill.
    • Beaver Area School District Real Estate Tax bills are mailed to the address on file with the Beaver County Assessment Office.
  • Online Payments: For payment methods, including potential online or phone payment services, contact the tax collector or Berkheimer.
  • Beaver County Assessment Office: For address updates or reassessment appeals, contact 724-770-4480.
  • Municipal Building:
    • Address: 1300 Brighton Road, Beaver, PA 15009
    • Hours: Monday through Friday, 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. (closed noon to 1:00 p.m.)
    • Phone: 724-774-4800
    • Email: brightontwp@brightontwp.org

Additional Resources

  • Tax Certification: For property sales or refinancing, request a tax certification to disclose paid or unpaid taxes. Contact Berkheimer or visit their website for details.
  • Appeals for Delinquent Taxes: Unpaid taxes are handled by the Beaver County Tax Claim Bureau (724-770-4480). Delinquent taxes may incur additional charges.
  • Right to Know Requests: For tax-related records, contact Bryan K. Dehart at 724-774-4800 or brightontwp@brightontwp.org. Appeals for denied requests can be filed with the Office of Open Records or the Beaver County District Attorney for criminal records.

For the most current information, visit the Applications and Forms page or contact the appropriate tax collector.