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WELCOME SUMMER! |
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ALMAC PROJECT |
Lower Salford Township is pleased to have been selected as the site for the ALMAC Group’s new USA corporate headquarters and manufacturing facility. Contrary to the comment in the Associated Builders and Contractors recent advertisement, that the project is still in the approval process, final approval to the project land development plan was granted by the Lower Salford Township Board of Supervisors at its June 4, 2008 Regular Public Meeting. This project will result in many new jobs locating in the Township, as many as 1,200 in the next 10 years. The positive effects on all the Township taxpayers and those of the Souderton Area School District are obvious. The taxpayer burden will be greatly eased by this project. The tax base for the School District and the Township will be diversified, thereby lessening the impact of greater funding needs on the homeowners of the Township and School District.
The recent advertisement by the Associated Builders and Contractors discussed the issue of union versus non-union designation for the construction activities for this project. Lower Salford Township can understand the disappointment of ABC in not having an opportunity to bid on the ALMAC project. The Township at no time had any input, influence or decision regarding who or what entities would be selected by Almac to perform the work involved in this construction project. The Township has no right to require union or non-union participation in any project as a condition of zoning or land development approval. It would not have been appropriate or legal for Lower Salford Township to stipulate a position on the union versus non-union decision. The decision for a union-only project designation was made solely by the ALMAC Group and its construction management company SKANSKA, USA. |
Fun Things to Do Close to Home!
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Now that the warmer weather has finally arrived, we are all anxious to take advantage of it and enjoy the great outdoors! Here are two websites that might help you plan some fun things to do and maybe even keep you closer to home!
Log onto a new website www.iConservePA.org sponsored by the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources, and find out how you can take conservation personally. Sign up for a free monthly newsletter and read all about ways to conserve and live greener lives. There are also opportunities to get more involved in conservation efforts. Learn interesting facts about our State and after reading all about our beautiful parks and rivers you might plan your next vacation right here in Pennsylvania. This website is a must for all Pennsylvanians.
On a more local front, the Penn State Cooperative Extension for Montgomery County, located in Collegeville, gives local residents easy access to the resources and expertise of the PA State University. Their agents offer information on educational programs, publications, and events in a wide array of topics, such as gardening, food and nutrition, and natural resources. Log onto http://montgomery.extension.psu.edu/ for more information including their calendar of events. |
Certified Arborist now on Township Staff |
| On April 14, 2008, Winfield West successfully completed the Certified Arborist examination administered through the International Society of Arboriculture (ISA) and the local Chapter of the ISA. Winnie has been with the Public Works Department for 25 years and, as Assistant Foreman, is in charge of Parks Maintenance. The purpose of the ISA Certification Program is to improve the level of knowledge and standard of practice within the tree care profession. His certification will bring additional knowledge of tree care practices to the Township’s extensive open space system. |
Theme Park Discount Tickets
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| As of July 8, 2008, the Township has discount tickets available for the following parks: Adventure Aquarium, Baltimore Aquarium, Camelbeach, Colonial Williamsburg, Dorney Park, Dutch Wonderland, Hersheypark, Morey's Pier (Wildwood), Knoebels, Philadelphia Zoo, Renaissance Faire, Sesame Place, Six Flags (Maryland), Six Flags (New Jersey) and Splash Zone (Wildwood). For pricing and other details, please visit the Recreation page on our website. The Township accepts Check or Cash. Credit and Debit cards are not accepted. Questions? Please call the Township Office: 215-256-8087. |
BICYCLE SAFETY
LAWS & SAFETY TIPS
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With the summer months here, it is important to be aware of bicycle laws and safety. The attached website is provided by the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation and is a wealth of information. Please take a moment to visit the site to brush up on your knowledge of bicycle safety and the Pennsylvania laws.
http://www.dot.state.pa.us/bike/web/safety.htm |
POOL INFORMATION FOR 2008 |
The Harleysville Community Center Pool opened on June 14, 2008. Now that the pool is open, applications for membership must be taken directly to the pool. Please stop by the pool during their hours of Noon-8:00 p.m. Mon-Sat or 1:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. on Sunday, or give them a call during these hours at 215-256-9315.
Thank you for your anticipated cooperation. |
YARD WASTE DISPOSAL CONTAINER
YEAR ROUND ACCESS!! |
The Township has a container for the collection of leaves and yard waste. The leaves and/or yard waste need to be in a biodegradable bag. These bags can be purchased at the Township for 35 cents each (3/$1.00 or 50/$16.50). The container is in the upper parking lot at the Township Building all year long. If you have any questions about this program, please contact the Township Office at: 215-256-8087.
ABSOLUTELY NO PLASTIC BAGS, HOUSEHOLD WASTE, OR LOOSE YARD WASTE ARE TO BE PUT INTO THE CONTAINER. THE RECYCLING FACILITY WILL TURN AWAY OUR CONTAINER IF THESE GUIDELINES ARE NOT ADHERED TO.
Thank you for recycling.
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Curbside Leaf Pick-Up
2008-2009 Information
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| The final curbside leaf pick-up for the 2007-2008 season was in April. Next season's curbside leaf pick-up schedule (2008-2009) will be determined later in the summer. Please check back to this page or the Recycling page for exact dates. Any questions on this program, please call the Township: 215-256-8087. |
LEDERACH GOLF CLUB IS OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! |
Opening Day at the Lederach Golf Club was April 8, 2006. For more detailed information regarding everything you may want to know, please visit the Lederach Golf Club website at: www.lederachgolfclub.com. The Lederach Golf Club website has information on discounts for Lower Salford Township residents and also a "Rewards Card" that you can register for online. The website will also help you sign-up for a tee time, get information on rates, lessons and upcoming events. You can also find the "technical" information about the course and learn about the architect that designed the course. Visit the website today!! It's only a click away:
www.lederachgolfclub.com
If you would prefer to contact the Lederach Golf Club directly, their general phone number is 215-513-3034 |
LEDDY'S PUB
HAPPY HOUR SPECIALS!
KIDS EAT FOR HALF OFF ON MONDAYS!
CLICK BELOW TO SEE THE LATEST FLYER
HAPPY HOUR SPECIALS
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"Cell Phones for Soldiers"
Police Department is Official Drop Location
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The Lower Salford Township Police Department is pleased to announce their participation in Cell Phones For Soldiers, a non-profit organization, founded by teenagers Robbie and Brittany Bergquist of Norwell, Mass., to recycle used cell phones, using the proceeds to buy prepaid calling cards for soldiers serving in the Middle East. For further information, go to www.cellphonesforsoldiers.com.
Local residents can support this effort by dropping off their old cell phones at the Lower Salford Township Police Dept., 379 Main Street, Harleysville, PA, between the hours of 7:30 AM to 5:30 PM, Monday through Friday. For further information, contact Barbara Finnegan at 215-256-9500. |
| "Harleysville Night Out" - September 11, 2008, 6-8 p.m.
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| Harleysville Night Out is an event involving our Township residents, law enforcement agencies, civic groups, businesses, organizations and local officials. Event highlights include emergency vehicle displays, games, food and much more. This event will be held Thursday, September 11, 2008 from 6-8 p.m. at the Charles L. Reed Memorial Park, Clemens Road, Harleysville, PA. Township residents can expect to interact with their local law enforcement officers, view displays of various other law enforcement and crime prevention organizations and equipment, and enjoy an evening of entertainment, fun, food and prizes. Bring the entire family and show your support of the public safety agencies that are working together to keep your community safe, and have a fun-filled evening, all free of charge! |
PENNSYLVANIA GENERAL ELECTION
NOVEMBER 4, 2008 |
Pennsylvania's General Election is Tuesday, November 4, 2008. Do you have questions about absentee voting, registration or polling places? Please visit our Voting District page. On this page you will find Lower Salford Township's Districts as well as links to Montgomery County Voter Services and Pennsylvania Voter Services. You can also link to www.votespa.com to download Absentee Ballot applications as well as change of name, address and/or party affiliation forms.** At the bottom of the Voting Districts page there is a link to find out where you vote if you are already registered. For specific questions regarding voting, please contact Montgomery County Voter Services at: 610-278-3280 or statewide: 1-800-552-VOTE.
(**These forms are also available at the Township Office) |
REDUCE, REUSE & RECYCLE
Ever wonder what can and can not be put in your recycling bin?
The Northern Montgomery County Recycling Commission has responded with a flyer detailing "What and How to Recycle"
Click here to see the latest information
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FLU SHOT INFORMATION FOR 2007-2008
For a list of Montgomery County Health Department 2007-2008 Free Influenza/Pneumococcal Immunization Locations, click on the link below and then choose "2007-2008 Flu Schedule" at the top of the page.
If you have questions, please contact the Montgomery County Health Department at: 610-278-5117
www2.montcopa.org/health/cwp/view,a,3,q,43212.asp |
Township Stocks Six Ponds with
Triploid Grass Carp
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This spring the Township acquired permits from Pennsylvania Fish & Boat Commission (www.fish.state.pa.us) to stock triploid grass carp in Briarwyck Pond, Kulp Road Pond, Alderfer Road Pond, the Township Building pond and two ponds at Lederach Golf Club. The grass carp, or white Amur, is a large member of the minnow family native to the lower Amur River, which flows through Siberia and rivers in the Republic of China and are released into waterways as a means of biological aquatic vegetation control. Maximum aquatic vegetation consumption will occur during late spring through summer at water temperatures ranging from 68 to 90 degrees F. They are sterile and will not reproduce and feed only on plants, not on fish eggs or young fishes. The fish are difficult to catch with conventional fishing methods, but if that would happen, please release the carp back into the pond as quickly as possible to give the fish the best chance for survival. For more information about Triploid Grass Carp, and to see a picture of what one looks like, please click on the link below. This information is also available at the Township Office.
Triploid Grass Carp Picture & Information |
BUILDING INSPECTION NOTICE -
SPRING/SUMMER UPDATE
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| As Spring begins and summer approaches, the Township sees a substantial increase in building and zoning permits. All projects that require a permit (see the Building and Zoning Page) will require certain inspections. All inspections need to be scheduled in advance. Due to the increased volume of permits this time of year, the Building and Zoning Department recommends that you call at least 48 hours in advance to schedule the necessary inspections for your project. If you need a specific day, please call as soon as possible. We can schedule as far out as possible. To schedule an inspection, please call 215-256-8087 during regular business hours of 8:30-4:30 Monday - Friday. Your cooperation and understanding during the busy season is appreciated! |
BUILDING AND ZONING EMAIL ADDRESS
for your building and zoning questions
buildingandzoning@lowersalfordtownship.org
Please include your name, address and phone number when emailing |
ATTENTION LOWER SALFORD TOWNSHIP SEWER AUTHORITY CUSTOMERS!
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| As a convenience to its customers, the Authority is now accepting Automatic Clearing House (ACH) payments! If you are interested in this service, please click the link for an enrollment form, or contact the Authority at: 215-256-8676 for more information. ENROLLMENT FORM LINK |
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Sumneytown
Pike/PA 309 Connector Project
Responding to the regional growth
experienced over the past 30 years in
the Hatfield/North Penn region, regional
and state planning organizations have
authorized several studies to seek a
solution to the traffic congestion in
our area. The studies determined
that the best solution would be a new
connection from Sumneytown Pike (north
of the Lansdale Interchange of the PA
Turnpike) to Route 309. A copy
of the design plan is available in the
township office for review, however,
we encourage you to learn more about
this project and receive up-to-date details
about on-going traffic and environmental
studies and public meetings via the special
website:
www.pa309connector.com.
Be
sure to also check the Frequently Asked
Questions page on that website.
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Salford Quarry Administrative Record File
Online Access Now Available:
http://www.epa.gov/arweb |
| The Environmental Protection Agency has made available the Administrative Record Files of all the Superfund sites. By providing the public with greater access to these records, the EPA hopes it will be better equipped to comment constructively on site activities and to understand the issues relating to the selection of the response action at each site. Please click the above link to access the website. The administrative Site Name is "Salford Quarry" and the AR Type is "Removal2-NONE". Then choose "Search Results" to view Administrative Record Files for the Quarry. |
FREEMAN SCHOOL ROAD BRIDGE
NOTICE
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In recent years, the Montgomery County Department of Roads and Bridges has been able to replace deteriorated floor beams and make remedial repairs to allow continued usage of the Freeman School Road Bridge with a three-ton weight limit. After the most recent decking failures last Fall, Montgomery County engaged Bursich Associates, Inc., consulting engineers, to conduct an analysis of the bridge structure. That analysis revealed that the bridge had sustained damage to its truss system causing a deflection in the structure. The existing bridge had planned to be retained by Lower Salford Township for pedestrian travel after the completion of a new bridge parallel to the existing structure. The conclusion of the County Department of Roads and Bridges after the Bursich analysis was that it was not practical to reopen the existing bridge based on cost and repair time considerations.
The more desirable alternative was to slightly modify the new bridge plans to allow the incorporation of a pedestrian path on one side of the new bridge designed to current safety standards. Therefore, Lower Salford Township has withdrawn its interest in keeping the old structure for pedestrian travel and has asked Montgomery County to proceed with demolition plans at County cost. The construction of the new bridge is a Montgomery County project with Lower Salford Township's responsibility limited to acquiring some small right-of-way areas and temporary construction easements to allow the project to proceed to construction in 2008.
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FREE GUN LOCKS AVAILABLE
From the Police Department
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The Lower Salford Township Police Department has gun locks available for no charge to anyone who may need this important safety item. Project Child Safe sponsors the Free Gun Lock program. There is no limit to the number of locks you can have. Just stop into the Police Department Office Monday through Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. and ask for your free gun lock. If you have questions regarding either the free gun locks or the Project Child Safe Program, please call the Police Department Office at 215-256-9500.
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