Kennedy Township Police Department is comprised of the Chief of Police and nine full-time officers. We are dedicated to ensure the very best law enforcement services. Our officers take pride in giving the community professional service at all times.
CONTACT US:
ANTHONY G. BRUNI, CHIEF OF POLICE
KAREN PEKOSKY: ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT (412) 331-2408
Emergency phone: 911
Non-Emergency phone: 412-331-2408
police [at] kennedytwp.com *THIS EMAIL IS FOR NON-EMERGENCIES ONLY* FOR IMMEDIATE ASSISTANCE, PLEASE CALL 911 - THIS EMAIL IS NOT MONITORED ON A REGULAR BASIS AND IS CHECKED EVERY 48 HOURS.
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Kennedy Township Police Department Advertisement For Employment
The Kennedy Township Police Department is now accepting applications for the position of full-time police officer. Applicant will be responsible to enforce Laws of Commonwealth and local Ordinances. Shifts include nights, weekends, and holidays.
Applicant must have graduated from high school or equivalent, must be Pennsylvania Act 120 trained and certified, must have worked at least one other police department in the commonwealth (regardless of the amount of time), and must have a valid driver’s license and pass a background check.
Applicant must pass a physical agility test, written exam, and oral exam to be considered for the position. Applicant must also provide proof of a valid honorable discharge in the form of a DD Form 214 to be considered for Veteran’s preference.
Prior to appointment, candidates will have to pass a physical exam, drug screening and mental health evaluation. Applicant must also reside in or move into the Township or within a 10-mile radius of the borders of Kennedy Township.
Full benefit package includes uniforms, handgun, paid time off, holiday pay, personal days, comp time accrual, court time, overtime, shift differential and a starting salary of $61989.12 (70%) and full pay at the beginning of the fourth year. Officers with at least five (5) years of continual full-time experience will reach full pay after one (1) year of service. Currently, offices are making a salary of over $100,000 per year with overtime and court pay.
Applications can be picked up at the Municipal Building or downloaded online at www.kennedytwp.com. All applications must be dropped off or mailed to the Municipal Building located at 340 Forest Grove Road, Coraopolis, PA 15108 and include a $40 processing fee. Application deadline is May 31, 2024 at 3pm.
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SERVICES
“Vacation Checks”
“Ink Fingerprinting of Residents for Employment or School Purposes”
“Vehicle Lockout Assistance”
Please call the Non-Emergency phone number for more information.
PENNSYLVANIA CRIME VICTIMS AND PROTECTION FROM ABUSE ORDERS
Victims Compensation Assistance Program
Offender Release Notification
Domestic Violence Victims- Protection from Abuse Orders
Protection of Victims of Sexual Violence or Intimidation (PSVI) Act
Sexual Violence Protection Order (SVPO)
Protection from Intimidation Order (PFIO)
To learn more and to register, call 1-866-9PA-SAVIN (1-866-972-7284)
Information found on www.pacrimevictims.com
CRIME PREVENTION TIPS
CRIME PREVENTION TIPS by Chief Bruni & Public Safety Commissioner Chris DiNardo. PLEASE SUPPORT OUR POLICE DEPARTMENT BY REPORTING ANY SUSPICIOUS BEHAVIOR IN YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD. REPORT THE INFORMATION BY DIALING 911. YOU MAY ELECT TO REMAIN ANONYMOUS.
- Use this link if you suspect you may have been a suspect of computer or telephone fraud.
SOLICITOR PERMITS
May be obtained at Mel Weinstein Municipal Center by bringing a criminal history (that was completed within the last 30 days) (if out of state resident, then residential/out of state criminal history is required) and state issued driver’s license/identification. Costs for a permit is $5.00 per day, $40.00 per month, or $200 per year. Check preferred payment.
Peddler's Permit: https://www.kennedytwp.com/media/581
OPEN BURNING
Open burning is prohibited except by permit or when it is done in a manner which contributes a negligible amount of air contaminants meaning:
- No material other than clean wood, propane, or natural gas may be burned EXCEPT for commercially available fire logs, paraffin logs, or wood pellets
- Paper or commercial smokeless fire starters for the purposes of starting a fire
- Charcoal for the preparation of food only
- Fires may be no larger than 3' wide by 3' long by 2' high.
- Fires must be at least 15' from the nearest neighbor's dwelling or inhabited area including the property line, roadway, sidewalk, or other public access area
Burning may be considered a nuisance due to the severity of the amount of air pollutants, the duration or frequency of the burning, the topography of the surrounding, or the meteorological conditions.
Additional Open Burning Topic Areas and Further Information: https://www.alleghenycounty.us/Health-Department/Programs/Air-Quality/O…
ON STREET PARKING DURING WINTER MONTHS AND SNOW REMOVAL RESTRICTIONS
It is prohibited to on street park from November 1st to April 1st within Township limits (Ordinance 535). Special exception requests may be filed at least 48 hours in advance. In the event of forecasted inclement weather or inclement weather all vehicles are to be moved from the roadways. Snow Removal Restrictions prohibits depositing snow from private property onto the roadway and orders the removal of any portable or temporary impediments, including specifically sports equipment and the like from the roadway.
Notice to Residents Basketball hoop restrictions on Township roads.
INOPERABLE STREETLIGHTS
Inoperable streetlight complaints may be filed directly with Duquesne Light at 412-393-7000, ext. 4 or contact the non-emergency police line. After we locate an inoperable streetlight or are notified of one, we then notify Duquesne Light. Please be aware that the response of when it will or be fixed depends on Duquesne Light. When informing Duquesne Light or police please specify if the inoperable streetlight is permanently off or blinking.
RECYCLING BINS
Recycling bins that are lost, misplaced, or damaged may be purchased, check preferred, at Kennedy Township Police Station for $9.00.
ANIMAL ORDINANCE
All dogs are to be firmly attached to leash or chain not to exceed six (6) feet in length. All animal waste must be immediately disposed of in a sanitary manner. All dogs must be licensed and vaccinated. All information regarding Allegheny County dog licensing can be found at https://alleghenycountytreasurer.us/dog-license/.
JUNK/ABANDONED VEHICLES
Any vehicle that is inoperable, unregistered, or uninspected are not permitted to be stored outside of a structure within Township limits. To report a junk/abandoned vehicle, contact Kennedy Township Police Department non-emergency line.
Ordinance No. 527, Section 26 - Junked Motor Vehicles - (Carries a fine of $250.00 - $1,000.00) - For any person to own or have stored upon their property any motor vehicle which is no longer in actual use for transportation or which is wholly unfit to be operated or has been discarded or otherwise abandoned. Failure of a motor vehicle to display a current valid registration plate and certification of inspection is required by the vehicle code of Pennsylvania should constitute prima facie of proof that such vehicle is no longer in actual use for transportation purposes.
Ordinance No. 318, Section h. - Junked Vehicles shall mean any unsheltered motor vehicle which is inoperable or unable to meet the vehicle equipment and inspection standards under the Pennsylvania Vehicle Code to the extent that the costs of repairs would exceed the value of the repaired vehicle.
Ordinance No. 505 - Section 302.8 Motor Vehicles - Subject to the provisions of this code and except as provided and authorized under other applicable statutes, ordinances and regulations no inoperative or unlicensed motor vehicle shall be parked, kept or stored on any premises unless completely enclosed within a garage or similar enclosed area designed and approved for such purpose.
Ordinance No. 505 - Section 302.8.1 - Maintenance or Repair of Motor Vehicles - Subject to the provisions of this code and except as provided and authorized under other applicable statutes, ordinances and regulations no motor vehicle, whether inoperative or operative, licensed or unlicensed, shall be parked, kept or stored on any premises in a state of major disassembly, disrepair or while in the process of being stripped or dismantled, whether in connection with body work, rebuilding, restoration or otherwise unless all of such work is performed inside a completely enclosed within a garage or similar enclosed area designed and approved for such purpose.
PREMISE ALERT REGISTRATION FORMS: Kennedy Township Police Department in conjunction with Allegheny County District Attorney’s office, has available Premise Alert Registration Forms. Persons can register their children, parents or siblings with special needs for whom they are acting as caregivers. The forms are completed by the caregivers and given to their respective police department to be faxed to the 911 dispatch center. Information provided by the caregiver will appear before the dispatcher when an emergency call is made from the residence of the caregiver. The 911 dispatcher can then alert first responders as to any pertinent information concerning a special needs resident [whether the person is nonverbal, blind, deaf, where they tend to wander, etc.] Also in the packet given to residents are reflective stickers indicating the presence of a special needs person. These stickers can be placed on or near the front door of homes. The District Attorney’s office also has inexpensive locking devices and alarms, service dogs for autistic persons, as well as Project Lifesaver tracking devices. The more information on a special needs person we have, the better we are to serve and assist. For further information, contact Kennedy Township Police Department at 412-331-2408.