Southmont Borough, Johnstown, Pennsylvania

09/04/2026

SOUTHMONT BOROUGH DECLARES STATE OF EMERGENCY
Southmont Borough — Cambria County

Southmont Borough has declared a State of Emergency effective immediately due to ongoing storm-related incidents and hazardous conditions.

Officials are asking the public to stay out of Southmont Borough if at all possible and not use the borough as a travel route.

Emergency crews are actively working throughout the area, and keeping roadways clear will allow responders to safely reach those needing assistance.

Residents are urged to stay home, stay safe and avoid unnecessary travel.

09/02/2026

The Stackhouse Park Master Plan Survey is Now Open! 📣

The Stackhouse Park Board is inviting residents, families, and community members to share their thoughts about Stackhouse Park through a community-wide survey. The survey will help guide park leaders in setting goals that acknowledge the park's ecological character, community value, and long-term vision.

Your perspective matters! Feedback from this survey will help to develop action-oriented strategies focused on improving facilities, amenities, maintenance, programming, and other related park operations that will ultimately enhance the visitor experience.

The survey will be open until October 1, 2026.

📝Take the survey here:

The Goal: Provide action-oriented strategies focused on improving facilities, amenities, maintenance, programming, and other related park operations that will ultimately enhance the visitor experience.

08/20/2026

Southmont — we are almost there!
We have officially entered the home stretch of our Southmont Forward Fund campaign, and we need YOUR help to cross the finish line.

Thanks to the incredible generosity of our residents, businesses, and community supporters, we have already raised $23,700 — which means we only need $1,300 more to reach our goal!

Once we reach $25,000, the Community Foundation for the Alleghenies will match our fundraising efforts, creating a $50,000 investment in Southmont's future.

If you have been thinking about contributing, please consider making your donation today. Whether it's $25, $50, $100, or more, every contribution helps us get closer to that final $1,300.

Visit our website at www.southmontborough.com for more information on how to make a donation.

Thank you to everyone who has supported the Southmont Forward Fund and helped us invest in the future of our community! ❤️

08/20/2026

Thank You to Our Donors!
Southmont Borough extends its sincere appreciation to the following donors for their generous contributions to the Southmont Forward Fund.
Neighborhood Supporters:
Debbie Forquer in memory of Robert Forquer
Bennet’s Barber Shop
Rick and Tish Phillips
Several Anonymous Friends of Southmont

Community Champions:
Mark and Lisa Hull

Their support is helping us work toward securing matching grant funds through the Community Foundation for the Alleghenies to establish a permanent endowment that will benefit Southmont for generations to come.

The Southmont Forward Fund is designed to provide long-term financial support for community projects and initiatives while preserving the principal investment for the future. Thank you for investing in the future of Southmont and helping us build a lasting legacy for our community

08/04/2026

08/03/2026

Thank You to Our Donors!
Southmont Borough extends its sincere appreciation to the following donors for their generous contributions to the Southmont Forward Fund:
Neighborhood Supporters:
Upstreet Architects
Suppes Ford
Jim and Kim Balaschak
Dennis and Carol Greco

Community Champions:
Mark and Jennifer Drummey
Keppler Family
Anonymous Friend of Southmont

Their support is helping us work toward securing matching grant funds through the Community Foundation for the Alleghenies to establish a permanent endowment that will benefit Southmont for generations to come.

The Southmont Forward Fund is designed to provide long-term financial support for community projects and initiatives while preserving the principal investment for the future. Thank you for investing in the future of Southmont and helping us build a lasting legacy for our community.

07/28/2026

🌳 Become a Tree Tender and Help Grow Southmont's Urban Forest! 🌳

Southmont Borough is excited to host a FREE Tree Tenders Training on Saturday, September 26, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Southmont Borough Municipal Building.

Led by ISA Certified Arborists through Penn State Extension and the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources (DCNR), this hands-on training will teach you how to plant, care for, and advocate for community trees. Whether you're passionate about the environment, enjoy gardening, or simply want to make a difference in our community, this training is for you!

Training includes:
✅ Expert instruction
✅ Indoor and outdoor learning
✅ Free Tree Tenders Manual
✅ Lunch provided
✅ Information about becoming a Certified Arborist

This is a great opportunity for Southmont residents, Master Gardeners, Garden Club members, parks and trails volunteers, and anyone interested in helping restore and maintain Southmont's tree canopy.

If you're interested in volunteering with future tree planting projects or serving on the Southmont Borough Shade Tree Commission, we encourage you to apply!

📅 Date: Saturday, September 26, 2026
🕘 Time: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
📍 Location: Southmont Borough Municipal Building
💲 Cost: FREE (Lunch and training materials included)

Register today! Space is limited.

📧 [email protected]
📞 814-255-3104

This project is funded in part by a grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, Bureau of Recreation and Conservation.

07/23/2026

🎉 We're 80% of the Way There! 🎉

Thanks to the incredible generosity of our residents, businesses, and supporters, Southmont Borough has now raised $20,000 toward our $25,000 fundraising goal for the Southmont Forward Fund!

That means we're just $5,000 away from reaching our goal and unlocking the full $25,000 matching grant from the Community Foundation for the Alleghenies. Together, we'll create a $50,000 permanent community endowment that will provide lasting support for projects that enhance the quality of life in Southmont for generations to come.

Every contribution—large or small—brings us one step closer to the finish line. If you've been thinking about making a donation, now is the perfect time to help us complete this community-wide effort.

We are deeply grateful to everyone who has supported this campaign so far. Your generosity is helping build a stronger future for Southmont Borough.

Let's finish strong, Southmont!

07/23/2026

Thank You to Our Donors!
Southmont Borough extends its sincere appreciation to the following donors for their generous contributions to the Southmont Forward Fund:
Neighborhood Supporters:
John D. Ridella, DMD, PC
Several Anonymous Supporters

Community Champions:
Catanese Group
J. Phillips and J. Kaye Saylor

Their support is helping us work toward securing matching grant funds through the Community Foundation for the Alleghenies to establish a permanent endowment that will benefit Southmont for generations to come.

The Southmont Forward Fund is designed to provide long-term financial support for community projects and initiatives while preserving the principal investment for the future. Thank you for investing in the future of Southmont and helping us build a lasting legacy for our community.

07/14/2026

Thank You to Our Donors!
Southmont Borough extends its sincere appreciation to the following donors for their generous contributions to the Southmont Forward Fund:
Neighborhood Supporters:
Paula Baronner
Dan and Amanda Layton
Tony and Nancy Kush
Anthony and Maryanne Spada
Steve Costic

Community Champions:
Chet Borosky
Matthew Sprague
Judith Strittmatter In Memory of Tom Strittmatter
Julius Thomas, III

Founding Donors:
Dr. James and Christine Richey

Their support is helping us work toward securing matching grant funds through the Community Foundation for the Alleghenies to establish a permanent endowment that will benefit Southmont for generations to come.

The Southmont Forward Fund is designed to provide long-term financial support for community projects and initiatives while preserving the principal investment for the future. Thank you for investing in the future of Southmont and helping us build a lasting legacy for our community.