Before engaging in commercial solicitation under this chapter, each individual solicitor shall hold a valid registration issued by the Police Department of the Borough of Churchill identifying himself or herself and his or her organization. Anyone seeking to register as a commercial solicitor under this chapter shall complete a registration form and shall submit the following information:
Name and photo ID of applicant;
Permanent home address and full local address of applicant;
Brief description of the nature of the business and, if applicable, the nature of the goods to be sold;
If employed, the name and address of the employer and proof of employment;
Length of time for which the registration is requested, not to exceed 45 days;
Place where the goods or property proposed to be sold or orders taken for the sale thereof are manufactured or produced, where such goods or products are located at the time said application is filed and the proposed method of delivery, if applicable;
Identification of vehicle or vehicles to be used including year, make, model, color, license plate number and name of registered owner;
The number of assistants to be used by the applicant and a complete application filled out for each assistant;
A statement as to whether or not the applicant has been convicted of any crime, any misdemeanor or any violation of this chapter, the nature of the offense and the punishment or penalty assessed therefor; and
A criminal history record background check
Registration is valid for 45 days after date of issuance. New applications cost $50 and renewals are $25
For any questions, contact the Churchill Police Department Non-Emergency line at (412) 241-7113 ext 1.
Exempt from Solicitation Permit
Noncommercial Solicitation
The practice of going in and upon private residences in the Borough of Churchill soliciting funds or contributions for a political, religious, civic or charitable purpose
Other persons exempted
Children under 18 years of age who solicit donations or who sell, take orders for or deliver coupons, periodicals, greeting cards, candy, bakery products or similar items on behalf of youth groups or organizations benefitting youth. Such organizations shall include, but are not limited to, scout groups, sports teams, extracurricular activities, extracurricular clubs, and booster clubs.
