Welcome to the Borough of Taylor
This is the official website of the Borough of Taylor. Taylor is a borough in Lackawanna County, Pennsylvania, four miles southwest of Scranton on the Lackawanna River. The history of Taylor Borough is an interesting journey. It was founded in 1790 by Cornelius Atherton. Silk manufacturing and coal mining were once practiced in the borough. It is our intention at TaylorBorough.com to provide it’s visitors with an informative recap of our community. Taylor Borough has been a unique place to live and work. We hope that the information on this website will be useful and informational.
Updated Recycling Schedule
Please note that recycling can be placed in open containers other than the traditional recycling cans. Capacity should be 35 gallons or less, color doesn’t matter.
Street and Roadway Repair
Residents are encouraged to contact the Borough to report any severe problems such as Large Potholes, Open Holes, Non-Functioning Storm Sewer Catch Basins, Severe Depressions and so on.
| Special Notices |
| The monthly Recreation Commission meeting that was scheduled for Wed. the 21st of Sept at the Taylor Community Center, was recessed and will be continued/held on Wed. the 28th of Sept. @ 7pm. |
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| Badge of Honor “Ruthkosky’s Run” 5k/1k Run-walk. Race being held November 13,2016 At McDade Park registration is 8:45 AM – 9:45 AM 5k Start 10 AM sharp 1k /Kids 1k start 11 AM Runsignup.com/Badgeofhonor |
Reminder to all Borough Residents
Taylor Borough has adopted a new Burn Ordinance to regulate and prohibit the burning, ignition and combustion of rubbish, garbage and other materials within the Borough of Taylor, and to promote and protect the health, safety and welfare of its residents.
Click this link for the Fire Pit Application
