Newsletter - Towamencin Township

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Fall Events................p5
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Towamencin Day......p6
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Your Towamencin Twp Real Estate Specialist
Dear Towamencin Township Homeowners:
10% of the Realtors will be responsible for 90% of the sales.
As the Real Estate Market continues to work through another difficult year, more
and more real estate agents will be forced to leave the business.
Sellers are realizing that it is more important than ever to choose the best Realtor
to help them sell their home at the highest possible price and in a timely fashion.
The days of just hiring a friend or a part time agent are over.
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Avoid Costly Repairs &
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Township
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Welcome to Towamencin Township
Dear Residents:
By the time you receive this newsletter, the seemingly endless heat wave that was
the summer of 2011 hopefully will be a distant memory and you will be enjoying the
Indian Summer as we move into fall.
With fall comes the Township budget season. Our schedule of budget
meetings will be posted on the Township website, and you should also see the
schedule on the Community Channels on your cable television provider. These
meetings are open to the public; your input is welcomed and appreciated.
With school back in session, please watch for the children as they wait for
their busses at various corners throughout the developments in the Township.
Also, remember to stop for all school busses loading or discharging students.
Drivers need to reduce speeds in school zones when the lights are flashing. The
speed limit in school zones is 15 MPH when the lights are flashing.
You should soon be receiving leaf collection schedules from your trash haulers.
Please place your bags out the evening before for your scheduled pickup.
Remember, these are the bags you get at one of the local hardware stores. Burning
of leaves is not authorized.
As we get into fall, there will be several events that have been well attended in the
past and that you might be interested in:
• The annual Towamencin 5K Turkey Trot, which is held on the Saturday before
Thanksgiving. The start and finish is at Fischers Park, with the course being
run throughout the panhandle area of the Township. Prizes are given in each
age group. Plan to come out and be involved.
• The Holiday Lights Festival in Fischers Park. Plans for this event are still
being developed. Watch for announcements and flyers.
Finally, as we get into the holidays, please be mindful of other drivers on the
road. Everyone should be a courteous driver, but we know that people tend to get
impatient and courtesy gets dropped along the way. Please drive carefully,
especially during bad weather. State law requires that when you’re windshield
wipers are going, your headlights should be on.
The Towamencin Township Board of Supervisors wishes all residents and
businesses a Happy Holiday Season and a Happy New Year
in 2012.
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“TOWAMENCIN IS OPEN FOR BUSINESS”
Kate Harper
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Suite #2
Souderton, PA 18964
State Representative
61st Legislative District
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he Board of Supervisors has authorized the formation
of an Economic Development Committee, which held
its first meeting on May 26. Members of the committee are:
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• Kim Diehl, owner of Coffee Head;
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• Mark Nicoletti, vice president of PSDC;
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• Steve Pratt, vice president of First Priority Bank;
• James Wrigley, executive vice president of Trefoil
Properties;
Chuck Wilson, Board of Supervisors and liaison for the
Finance Committee;
• Patricia Younce, Board of Supervisors and liaison for
the Planning Commission;
• Joseph Leis, Director of Community Development.
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The Township’s ordinances will be reviewed for areas
that might detract from business operations, and best
practices in other municipalities will be studied. Marketing
is a major focus of the group, and efforts will be made to
create marketing brochures about the Township that
highlight such benefits as low taxes, infrastructure and the
proximity to the Pennsylvania Turnpike. All rental
vacancies, properties for sale and available land have been
indentified; this information will be made available to real
estate brokers and developers.
The owners of businesses currently operating in the
Township will be contacted with a survey
about their satisfaction with Township
services and administration. Efforts will be
made
to
increase
and
improve
communication between the Township and
both businesses and residents.
Members will meet monthly and
information on the committee’s efforts will
be forthcoming. For comments or to
volunteer services, please contact Joseph
Leis, Patricia Younce, or Chuck Wilson.
1555 Sumneytown Pike
Kulpsville, PA 19443
215-362-2358
The committee is charged with determining new ways to
make the Township more “business friendly” to both retain
and attract new businesses, particularly with the hope of
filling retail vacancies in the Township.
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TOWNSHIP DIRECTORY
t o wA m e n c i n m u n i c i pA l c e n t e r
1090 Troxel Road • PO Box 303 • Kulpsville, PA 19443 • 215-368-7602
G e n e r A l i n f o r m At i o n
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
A d m i n i s t r At i o n
Robert Ford, Township Manager
Maureen Doyle, Director of Finance
Joe Leis, Director of Community Planning
Kevin Pezzano, Fire Marshal
P. Timothy Dickinson, Police Chief
Dave Hillmantel, Director of Public Works
BoArd of supervisors
Daniel M. Littley, Jr., Chairman
John V. Gottschall, Vice Chairman
H. Charles Wilson, III, Treasurer
James P. Sinz, Secretary
Patricia Younce
C O m m u N IT Y C O N T A C T S
Police-Fire-Medical Emergency
Dial 9-1-1
North Penn School District
215-368-0400
Volunteer Medical Service
215-362-2345
Police (non-emergency)
215-368-7600
PECO Energy
800-841-4141
Tax Collector
215-368-8071
Fire (non-emergency)
215-362-2776
Comcast
610-684-3700
Towamencin Youth Association
215-362-8924
Township Building
215-368-7602
North Penn Chamber of
Commerce
215-362-9200
PA Game Commission
610-926-3136
Towamencin Pool
215-368-2615
District Justice
215-393-7534
Montgomery County Courthouse
610-278-3000
Voter Registration
610-278-3280
North Penn Water Authority
215-855-8165
Sewer Authority
215-855-8165
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AVOID COSTLY REPAIRS AND SEWER BLOCKAGES
1090 Troxel Rd • PO Box 303 • Kulpsville PA 19443-0303 • 215-368-7602 • 215-368-7650 (Fax)
lateral is an underground pipe that is part of your home’s plumbing. It conveys wastewater from your home to the sewer
system.
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If you own your home, you also own your lateral from the end of your home’s internal plumbing to the connection with the
public sewer [See diagram below.]
Under Township ordinances, state regulations, and plumbing codes, you are responsible for maintaining your lateral, just like
other pipes in your home.
Many homes also have lateral cleanouts. A cleanout is a vertical pipe from an underground lateral to the surface. It has a
removable cap for maintenance access.
We want you to understand that it is important to maintain your lateral to protect your property and our environment. Here are
some tips:
• Repair and maintain your sewer lateral to help avoid costly backups.
• Never connect a downspout, sump pump or other stormwater drain to your sanitary sewer lateral.
• If you have a cleanout, remember to keep the cap on, raised above ground level and free of debris.
Tips for Staying Safe During the Holidays
Maintain Your Holiday Lights: Inspect
holiday lights each year for frayed wires, bare
spots, gaps in the insulation, broken or cracked
sockets, and excessive kinking or wear before
putting them up. Use only lighting listed by an
approved testing laboratory.
Do Not Overload Electrical Outlets: Do not link more
than three light strands, unless the directions indicate it is
safe. Connect strings of lights to an extension cord before
plugging the cord into the outlet. Make sure to periodically
check the wires – they should not be warm to
the touch.
Do not leave holiday lights on unattended!
Use Only Nonflammable Decorations: All decorations
should be nonflammable or flame-retardant and placed
away from heat vents.
Never Put Wrapping Paper in the
Fireplace: Wrapping paper in the fireplace
can result in a very large fire, throwing off
dangerous sparks and embers that may
result in a chimney fire.
Artificial Christmas Trees: If you are using a metallic or
artificial tree, make sure it is flame retardant.
Avoid Using Lit Candles: If you do use lit
candles, make sure they are in stable
holders and place them where they cannot
be easily knocked down. Never leave the
house with candles burning.
Never Put Lit Candles on a Tree: Do not
go near a Christmas tree with an open
flame – candles, lighters or matches.
Help Us Protect You
and Your Neighbor
Water that Tree
f your household, as those of more than 33
million other American homes, includes a
natural tree in its festivities, take to heart
this suggestion: Keep the tree watered.
Christmas trees account for 200 fires
annually, resulting in six deaths,
twenty-five injuries and more than
$6 million in property damage.
Typically shorts in electrical lights
or open flames from candles,
lighters or matches start tree
fires. Well-watered trees are not
a problem. Dry and neglected
trees can be.
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When it snow, make sure your fire hydrant stays clear.
s winter approaches many people concentrate on
preparing for the onslaught from Mother Nature and
the joys associated with winter.
As this past year showed, snow is an
unavoidable occurrence in this region.
When you are out clearing your
driveway and sidewalk also remember to
clear the snow away from the fire
hydrants. Not only will this benefit you
and your neighbors should a fire would
occur it is the law.
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Emergency Access Roads are Required to Be Kept Clear
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o you have an emergency access road on your property or abutting your property?
It is the responsibility of the property owner, landlord or association to maintain the fire department
access road in a clear and passable manner at all times.
The fire department access road shall not be obstructed in any way, including by snow or vehicles.
These roadways provide a second access point to your home and business in an emergency. Do your
part to maintain the required access roadways.
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Lansdale, PA 19446-4526
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TOWAMENCIN VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANY
ike most of you, it is hard for us to believe summer has come to a close. Towamencin Volunteer Fire Company
(TVFC) over the summer saw an increased number of working fire incidents among the alarms we responded to
within our township and in assists to our neighboring townships and fire departments.
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Despite this increased alarm demand on our personnel, the company was active in support of many
other activities. TVFC firemen competed in the annual North Penn 5th District Water Battle event – and
finished second overall despite the intense heat -- held a fund raising car wash, sponsored a Home Run
Derby for township youth, and fielded a competitive softball team.
TVFC Fire Police provided traffic control and support to parades, car shows and special community events in addition
to responding to fire alarms. The TVFC Ladies Auxiliary entered the summer by completing a Flower Sale fundraiser
and ended the summer recently with a Basket Bingo fundraiser.
The entire organization worked together in holding our annual Chicken Barbecue dinner fundraiser in September.
While TVFC gave significant time to the safety of this community and in supporting the company budget with fund raising
activities while having some fun together along the way, we couldn't succeed in any of our fund raising events without
you, the residents and businesses of Towamencin Township. Thanks go out to you from the TVFC family.
As we usher in the fall, followed quickly by the holiday season, TVFC has a full calendar of activities that you have
the opportunity to support and participate in with us.
SNOW EMERGENCY ROUTES
here are several streets within Towamencin that are designated as Emergency Snow Routes. These streets all have a red
Emergency Snow Route sign and are the first streets plowed after an accumulation of snow. Vehicles that are not removed
from an Emergency Snow Route during a snow event may be ticketed or even towed.
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The following streets has been designated as snow emergency routes:
On October 22, TVFC Ladies Auxiliary will be holding its annual Craft Fair Fund Raiser at the Main Station. This is a
great time to get a jump on holiday gift shopping while supporting our local crafters and the fire company.
As the holidays approach, TVFC will be hosting a Picture With Santa Day at its Main station. Plan to come
out and share in the spirit of the season with your fire company members.
Then, on Saturday, December 17, Santa will be riding on top of a fire truck visiting the neighborhoods of
Towamencin. During this time, we want to remind the community to be cautious with lights on trees,
whether real or artificial, making sure lights and cords are in good working order. If a real tree is your
preference, please make sure it is kept watered. We want to see everyone enjoy a safe holiday season.
These activities, along with the continued training, alarm responses and special service requests, require dedication
and commitment by the members of this entire organization. We are pleased to be serving you and again thank you for
your support.
TVFC is always looking for men and women willing to serve our community and this organization as a fireman, fire
police or as a member of the Ladies Auxiliary. We are tracking once again to surpass 420 alarms for the year. We
encourage you to consider serving with us.
One area in real need of additional manpower is with our Fire Police, who provide protection to those fire personnel
responding to an alarm, to the public as fire personnel are responding to an alarm, to fire trucks responding to the
emergency incident, and to the public at the scene of the incident. At times, they are called to assist police departments
with traffic control as well as to handle the traffic control needs at special events.
This organization is an essential asset to the safety not only of fire personnel but, just as
importantly, to you, the public. Stop by our station any Thursday from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. to talk
about serving with us.
On behalf of the entire TVFC family, be safe this fall, remember fire safety as you
start fireplaces for the first time and have a safe and wonderful holiday season.
Thank you again for all of your support!
Fall Event Calendar
October 6: Fire Prevention Open House
(Main Station/Bustard Road)
October 22: Ladies Auxiliary Craft Fair (Main station)
October 9-15: Fire Prevention Week
December 17: Santa on Fire Truck in Neighborhoods
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December 3: Pictures With Santa (Main Station)
Detwiler Road
Quarry Road
Keeler Road
Snyder Road
Weikel Road
Woodlawn Road
Oak Blvd.
Boyd Avenue
Columbia Avenue
Grist Mill Drive
Snow Removal from Sidewalks and Driveways
tate law mandates that adjacent property owners are responsible for providing pedestrians with a safe walking surface. Snow
and ice should be cleared from abutting sidewalks within 24 hours after a snow event.
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The snow from your sidewalk and driveway cannot be placed on Township streets in such a manner or amount as to cause a
traffic or pedestrian hazard or require additional cleanup by the Township.
• Please use proper snow etiquette by removing all obstacles (trashcans, basketball backboards and
any other items) that may interfere with the proper clearing of the roads. The Public Works
Department works around the clock to make sure our streets are cleared. Following these simple
rules will help get the job done that much faster.
October kicks off with Fire Prevention Week. TFVC will be hosting its annual Fire Prevention Open House
on the evening of October 6 (rain date is October 13) at the Main Station on Bustard Road. We encourage
you to come with your children and see the demonstrations of fire and rescue techniques and learn together
that fire safety is everyone's responsibility.
During Fire Prevention Week (October 9-15), the company will be visiting many schools throughout our
township to provide programs on fire safety. Be sure to talk with your kids during this time about what they heard and
learned. And, of course, it is a good time to remember to change your smoke and carbon monoxide detector batteries.
Morris Road
Kriebel Road
Anders Road
Old Morris Road
Liberty Bell Road
Green Land Road
Dean Drive
Specht Place
Village Way
Morgan Way
Boone Way
Yeakel Way
Enhanced Snow and Ice Control
he Township utilizes salt brine to pre-treat bridges and roadways in advance of an approaching
snowstorm or freezing rain. This is a quick and efficient means to enhance public safety.
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The Salt Institute has stated that applying brine before snow or ice has bonded to the pavement can
be ten times more effective than spreading granular salt on top of snow and ice after the precipitation
has bonded to the pavement. It takes one ton of salt to make 1,000 gallons of brine, resulting in less
granular salt usage. Since pre-treating with brine makes subsequent applications of salt work more
efficient, twice as much can be accomplished with the same amount of salt.
NOTE: If you see the Township’s truck spreading brine along the roadway, please keep back at least
500 feet.
Christmas Tree Removal
Mailbox Replacement
he Towamencin Public Works Department will be
collecting Christmas trees within the Township
beginning on Monday, January 2, 2011 through Friday,
January 9, 2011. Residents are asked to place trees
curbside and a Public Works employee will be around to
collect it. Trees will be removed on a random basis
throughout this two-week period. Christmas trees can
also be dropped off at
Fischer’s Park at the
designated spot near the
dumpster.
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If your tree is not picked up
right away, we ask that you
please be patient.
Our
Public Works Department
will strive to do their best to
remove your tree in a timely
fashion.
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rom time to time, a mailbox will be damaged by the
Township’s plow. Should your mailbox / post be
damaged, you must report the damage to the
Township within one week from the date of the
snowstorm to be eligible for reimbursement.
The Township will reimburse residents up to a
maximum of $100 per incident.
Stormwater Management
ecause stormwater runoff is generated from dispersed
land surfaces – pavements, yards, driveways, and
roofs – efforts to control stormwater pollution must
consider individual, household, and public behaviors and
activities that can generate pollution from these surfaces.
These common individual behaviors have the potential to
generate stormwater pollution:
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Littering • Disposing of trash and recyclables
Disposing of pet-waste • Applying lawn chemicals
Washing cars
Changing motor oil on impervious driveways
Disposing leftover paint and household chemicals
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Parks and Recreation
Turkey Trot
COST: A Large Surrey ride is $5 per person (small is $7
per person); reservations are required.
The Towamencin Turkey Trot 5K is back
again after another record-breaking year!
Held again at Fischer's Park, the trot will
utilize local roads and park trails to see who
is the top trotting turkey. The top male and female runners
will win a free turkey!
Leaf and Yard Waste Program
You can register online, at the township building, or day
of race. All pre-registered runners will receive a free, longsleeved t-shirt. Shirts for day-of-race runners will be based
on availability.
Residential waste haulers will be collecting leaf and yard
waste again this fall. You should be receiving written
notification of these dates from your hauler. Per Township
regulations, you are not permitted to burn leaves.
DATE: Saturday, November 19
TIME: Registration starts at 9a.m.; race starts at 10 a.m.
LOCATION: Fischer’s Park
COST: $17 for pre-registration; $20 day of race
Pre-registration ends November 14 for paper entries or
November 16 for online entries. Runner bag pickup will be
available before the day of the race. Please visit our
website for a schedule.
Holiday Lights
DATE: Saturday, December 10
TIME: 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
LOCATION: Fischer’s Park
You are to purchase biodegradable leaf and yard waste
collection bag; haulers may reject leaf and yard waste in
plastic bags or bags that are contaminated with other
trash.
You are also reminded that the
Barnside Farm Composting Facility,
on Haldeman Road in Lower Salford
Township, provides a drop off site for
leaves, grass and yard waste. They
can be contacted at 610-287-8880.
Morgan Log House Fall & Winter 2011 Events
September 10 and 24, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Market Day
November 6, noon to 4 p.m.
Dusty Attic, Creepy Cellar Open House
Stop on by with your cup of coffee to buy local
produce and baked goods or shop among a dozen
crafters selling handmade items including dog treats,
jewelry, pocketbooks, lotions, soaps, and more!
Join us for an Open House focusing on the
restoration of the Morgan Log House. Visitors will be
allowed to walk up into our attic and climb down to the
basement. Walk through the Log House and see what
the rooms looked like before the house was saved from
demolition. Do you want to know how a log house was
built in the 18th century? Stop by our Visitor Center for
a demonstration of Colonial workmanship. Get a
jumpstart on your holiday shopping on our Museum
Shop. This program is free.
Visit www.mlhmarket.org for dates, times, and list of
farmers and vendors.
October 28 and 29, 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Mayhem at Morgan
Do you have courage to walk the
grounds at Morgan Log House after dark?
Do you dare to hear of the happenings that
occurred around this historic site over 200
years ago? Join us at Morgan Log House for
mayhem and mystery. Lantern tours of the site will
open up a world of ghosts and happenings from the
past. Tours times begin at 6:30 p.m. and run every 15
minutes. Reservations are highly recommended due to
this event selling out quickly. Proper walking shoes
recommended. Admission charged. Members are free.
This program is not recommended for children younger
than 9 years.
For more information or to reserve your tour time
contact Sarah DiSantis at 215-368-2480 or send an
email to [email protected].
Proceeds benefit the Morgan Log House.
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For Emergencies, Dial 9-1-1 • Police Dispatch: 215-368-7600 • Administrative Office (non emergencies): 215-368-7606
The Boy Scouts will be on hand giving out hot chocolate
and cookies as well as collecting canned goods for local
food banks. B101 will be collecting Stockings for Kids.
Holiday acts are to be announced.
December 11, 2 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Candlelight Tours
Steps back in time and listen to the
stories of the families who lived at Morgan
Log House over 200 years ago. Tour the
house by the glow of candlelight, all decorated
in 18th century holiday greenery style. Feel the warmth
of the kitchen fire and delight in the holiday scents as
you both the Morgan and Cassel families welcome you
to celebrate the holiday season. Find that perfect gift in
our Gift Shop. Enjoy holiday cider while warming
yourself by our fire. Program proceeds benefit the
Morgan Log House. Admission is $6 for adults, $5 for
seniors and students. Children 5 and under and
members are free. This is a rain or shine event.
MEET YOUR NEW POLICE OFFICER
ennifer Frey is the newest officer on the Towamencin police force. She was hired to fill the vacancy
created by the retirement of Detective Walt Hulik and brings the department to 23 sworn officers.
J
Frey, who joined the department on April 5, comes from a police family. Her father is a career police
officer who is currently a detective for the Delaware County District Attorney’s Office.
Officer Frey had worked as a full-time deputy for the Delaware County Sheriff’s Department and as
a part-time officer for the Darby Township Police Department since last July 2010.
Towamencin Day-Old Fashioned Fun for all
and a Remembrance for a Special Volunteer Leader
O
n May 7, nearly 1,000 people celebrated and enjoyed a popular tradition of the past,
Towamencin Day.
The event included exhibits and demonstrations by our Police Department and Fire Company,
the Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts, as well as Morgan Log House. Seventy vendors offered
information, arts and crafts, and tasty food items. The kids enjoyed the inflatable obstacle
courses by A+ Jump along with the balloon animals and face painting by Cookie and Friends.
The celebration included a special dedication of a memorial in the park to Dr. Thomas Hollenbeck, beloved supervisor who
passed away unexpectedly last year and was a faithful advocate of the parks and recreation in Towamencin. A beautiful gazebo
and memorial plaque are now an important addition to this Township jewel. Members of Dr. Hollenbeck’s
family were present and helped with the dedication.
Many thanks to all who helped with this event, with special mention to Cortney Marengo, Special Events
Facilitator, Dave Hilllmantel and the Public Works crew for assembling the gazebo package and preparing
the park for all the visitors, the volunteers, the sponsors, and all who attended.
We hope to see everyone back next year (a date will be announced soon).
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200 Four Falls Corporate Center
P.O. Box 800
West Conshohocken, PA
19428-0800
1-3
1-1
3-2
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Township
Direct: 610.941.2361
800.379.0695
Direct Fax: 877.295.6883
[email protected]
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1-2 Christ United Methodist Church
1-3 North Penn Water Authority
2-1 Towamencin Municipal Building
2-2 North Montco Vo-Tech
2-3 General Nash Elementary School
3-1 Dock Woods Community
3-3
3-2 Walton Farm Elementary
2-2
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Voting District Map
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Plumbing, Heating & Cooling
Services for Over Fifty Years.
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215-723-1141
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Souderton, PA 18964
Ross Weiss, Esq.
200 Four Falls Corporate Center
P.O. Box 800
West Conshohocken, PA
19428-0800
1-3
1-1
3-2
Towamencin
Township
Direct: 610.941.2361
800.379.0695
Direct Fax: 877.295.6883
[email protected]
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Voting District - Polling Places
District - Ward
24/7 Emergency Service
3-1
1-1 Inglewood School
2-1
1-2
1-2 Christ United Methodist Church
1-3 North Penn Water Authority
2-1 Towamencin Municipal Building
2-2 North Montco Vo-Tech
2-3 General Nash Elementary School
3-1 Dock Woods Community
3-3
3-2 Walton Farm Elementary
2-2
2-3
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Voting District Map
3-3 Towamencin Fire House
Providing
Plumbing, Heating & Cooling
Services for Over Fifty Years.
www.good-inc.com
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215-723-1141
737 Hagey Center Drive - Unit D
Souderton, PA 18964
Parks and Recreation
Turkey Trot
COST: A Large Surrey ride is $5 per person (small is $7
per person); reservations are required.
The Towamencin Turkey Trot 5K is back
again after another record-breaking year!
Held again at Fischer's Park, the trot will
utilize local roads and park trails to see who
is the top trotting turkey. The top male and female runners
will win a free turkey!
Leaf and Yard Waste Program
You can register online, at the township building, or day
of race. All pre-registered runners will receive a free, longsleeved t-shirt. Shirts for day-of-race runners will be based
on availability.
Residential waste haulers will be collecting leaf and yard
waste again this fall. You should be receiving written
notification of these dates from your hauler. Per Township
regulations, you are not permitted to burn leaves.
DATE: Saturday, November 19
TIME: Registration starts at 9a.m.; race starts at 10 a.m.
LOCATION: Fischer’s Park
COST: $17 for pre-registration; $20 day of race
Pre-registration ends November 14 for paper entries or
November 16 for online entries. Runner bag pickup will be
available before the day of the race. Please visit our
website for a schedule.
Holiday Lights
DATE: Saturday, December 10
TIME: 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
LOCATION: Fischer’s Park
You are to purchase biodegradable leaf and yard waste
collection bag; haulers may reject leaf and yard waste in
plastic bags or bags that are contaminated with other
trash.
You are also reminded that the
Barnside Farm Composting Facility,
on Haldeman Road in Lower Salford
Township, provides a drop off site for
leaves, grass and yard waste. They
can be contacted at 610-287-8880.
Morgan Log House Fall & Winter 2011 Events
September 10 and 24, 9 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Market Day
November 6, noon to 4 p.m.
Dusty Attic, Creepy Cellar Open House
Stop on by with your cup of coffee to buy local
produce and baked goods or shop among a dozen
crafters selling handmade items including dog treats,
jewelry, pocketbooks, lotions, soaps, and more!
Join us for an Open House focusing on the
restoration of the Morgan Log House. Visitors will be
allowed to walk up into our attic and climb down to the
basement. Walk through the Log House and see what
the rooms looked like before the house was saved from
demolition. Do you want to know how a log house was
built in the 18th century? Stop by our Visitor Center for
a demonstration of Colonial workmanship. Get a
jumpstart on your holiday shopping on our Museum
Shop. This program is free.
Visit www.mlhmarket.org for dates, times, and list of
farmers and vendors.
October 28 and 29, 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Mayhem at Morgan
Do you have courage to walk the
grounds at Morgan Log House after dark?
Do you dare to hear of the happenings that
occurred around this historic site over 200
years ago? Join us at Morgan Log House for
mayhem and mystery. Lantern tours of the site will
open up a world of ghosts and happenings from the
past. Tours times begin at 6:30 p.m. and run every 15
minutes. Reservations are highly recommended due to
this event selling out quickly. Proper walking shoes
recommended. Admission charged. Members are free.
This program is not recommended for children younger
than 9 years.
For more information or to reserve your tour time
contact Sarah DiSantis at 215-368-2480 or send an
email to [email protected].
Proceeds benefit the Morgan Log House.
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For Emergencies, Dial 9-1-1 • Police Dispatch: 215-368-7600 • Administrative Office (non emergencies): 215-368-7606
The Boy Scouts will be on hand giving out hot chocolate
and cookies as well as collecting canned goods for local
food banks. B101 will be collecting Stockings for Kids.
Holiday acts are to be announced.
December 11, 2 p.m. – 6 p.m.
Candlelight Tours
Steps back in time and listen to the
stories of the families who lived at Morgan
Log House over 200 years ago. Tour the
house by the glow of candlelight, all decorated
in 18th century holiday greenery style. Feel the warmth
of the kitchen fire and delight in the holiday scents as
you both the Morgan and Cassel families welcome you
to celebrate the holiday season. Find that perfect gift in
our Gift Shop. Enjoy holiday cider while warming
yourself by our fire. Program proceeds benefit the
Morgan Log House. Admission is $6 for adults, $5 for
seniors and students. Children 5 and under and
members are free. This is a rain or shine event.
MEET YOUR NEW POLICE OFFICER
ennifer Frey is the newest officer on the Towamencin police force. She was hired to fill the vacancy
created by the retirement of Detective Walt Hulik and brings the department to 23 sworn officers.
J
Frey, who joined the department on April 5, comes from a police family. Her father is a career police
officer who is currently a detective for the Delaware County District Attorney’s Office.
Officer Frey had worked as a full-time deputy for the Delaware County Sheriff’s Department and as
a part-time officer for the Darby Township Police Department since last July 2010.
Towamencin Day-Old Fashioned Fun for all
and a Remembrance for a Special Volunteer Leader
O
n May 7, nearly 1,000 people celebrated and enjoyed a popular tradition of the past,
Towamencin Day.
The event included exhibits and demonstrations by our Police Department and Fire Company,
the Girl Scouts and Boy Scouts, as well as Morgan Log House. Seventy vendors offered
information, arts and crafts, and tasty food items. The kids enjoyed the inflatable obstacle
courses by A+ Jump along with the balloon animals and face painting by Cookie and Friends.
The celebration included a special dedication of a memorial in the park to Dr. Thomas Hollenbeck, beloved supervisor who
passed away unexpectedly last year and was a faithful advocate of the parks and recreation in Towamencin. A beautiful gazebo
and memorial plaque are now an important addition to this Township jewel. Members of Dr. Hollenbeck’s
family were present and helped with the dedication.
Many thanks to all who helped with this event, with special mention to Cortney Marengo, Special Events
Facilitator, Dave Hilllmantel and the Public Works crew for assembling the gazebo package and preparing
the park for all the visitors, the volunteers, the sponsors, and all who attended.
We hope to see everyone back next year (a date will be announced soon).
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TOWAMENCIN VOLUNTEER FIRE COMPANY
ike most of you, it is hard for us to believe summer has come to a close. Towamencin Volunteer Fire Company
(TVFC) over the summer saw an increased number of working fire incidents among the alarms we responded to
within our township and in assists to our neighboring townships and fire departments.
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Despite this increased alarm demand on our personnel, the company was active in support of many
other activities. TVFC firemen competed in the annual North Penn 5th District Water Battle event – and
finished second overall despite the intense heat -- held a fund raising car wash, sponsored a Home Run
Derby for township youth, and fielded a competitive softball team.
TVFC Fire Police provided traffic control and support to parades, car shows and special community events in addition
to responding to fire alarms. The TVFC Ladies Auxiliary entered the summer by completing a Flower Sale fundraiser
and ended the summer recently with a Basket Bingo fundraiser.
The entire organization worked together in holding our annual Chicken Barbecue dinner fundraiser in September.
While TVFC gave significant time to the safety of this community and in supporting the company budget with fund raising
activities while having some fun together along the way, we couldn't succeed in any of our fund raising events without
you, the residents and businesses of Towamencin Township. Thanks go out to you from the TVFC family.
As we usher in the fall, followed quickly by the holiday season, TVFC has a full calendar of activities that you have
the opportunity to support and participate in with us.
SNOW EMERGENCY ROUTES
here are several streets within Towamencin that are designated as Emergency Snow Routes. These streets all have a red
Emergency Snow Route sign and are the first streets plowed after an accumulation of snow. Vehicles that are not removed
from an Emergency Snow Route during a snow event may be ticketed or even towed.
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The following streets has been designated as snow emergency routes:
On October 22, TVFC Ladies Auxiliary will be holding its annual Craft Fair Fund Raiser at the Main Station. This is a
great time to get a jump on holiday gift shopping while supporting our local crafters and the fire company.
As the holidays approach, TVFC will be hosting a Picture With Santa Day at its Main station. Plan to come
out and share in the spirit of the season with your fire company members.
Then, on Saturday, December 17, Santa will be riding on top of a fire truck visiting the neighborhoods of
Towamencin. During this time, we want to remind the community to be cautious with lights on trees,
whether real or artificial, making sure lights and cords are in good working order. If a real tree is your
preference, please make sure it is kept watered. We want to see everyone enjoy a safe holiday season.
These activities, along with the continued training, alarm responses and special service requests, require dedication
and commitment by the members of this entire organization. We are pleased to be serving you and again thank you for
your support.
TVFC is always looking for men and women willing to serve our community and this organization as a fireman, fire
police or as a member of the Ladies Auxiliary. We are tracking once again to surpass 420 alarms for the year. We
encourage you to consider serving with us.
One area in real need of additional manpower is with our Fire Police, who provide protection to those fire personnel
responding to an alarm, to the public as fire personnel are responding to an alarm, to fire trucks responding to the
emergency incident, and to the public at the scene of the incident. At times, they are called to assist police departments
with traffic control as well as to handle the traffic control needs at special events.
This organization is an essential asset to the safety not only of fire personnel but, just as
importantly, to you, the public. Stop by our station any Thursday from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. to talk
about serving with us.
On behalf of the entire TVFC family, be safe this fall, remember fire safety as you
start fireplaces for the first time and have a safe and wonderful holiday season.
Thank you again for all of your support!
Fall Event Calendar
October 6: Fire Prevention Open House
(Main Station/Bustard Road)
October 22: Ladies Auxiliary Craft Fair (Main station)
October 9-15: Fire Prevention Week
December 17: Santa on Fire Truck in Neighborhoods
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December 3: Pictures With Santa (Main Station)
Detwiler Road
Quarry Road
Keeler Road
Snyder Road
Weikel Road
Woodlawn Road
Oak Blvd.
Boyd Avenue
Columbia Avenue
Grist Mill Drive
Snow Removal from Sidewalks and Driveways
tate law mandates that adjacent property owners are responsible for providing pedestrians with a safe walking surface. Snow
and ice should be cleared from abutting sidewalks within 24 hours after a snow event.
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The snow from your sidewalk and driveway cannot be placed on Township streets in such a manner or amount as to cause a
traffic or pedestrian hazard or require additional cleanup by the Township.
• Please use proper snow etiquette by removing all obstacles (trashcans, basketball backboards and
any other items) that may interfere with the proper clearing of the roads. The Public Works
Department works around the clock to make sure our streets are cleared. Following these simple
rules will help get the job done that much faster.
October kicks off with Fire Prevention Week. TFVC will be hosting its annual Fire Prevention Open House
on the evening of October 6 (rain date is October 13) at the Main Station on Bustard Road. We encourage
you to come with your children and see the demonstrations of fire and rescue techniques and learn together
that fire safety is everyone's responsibility.
During Fire Prevention Week (October 9-15), the company will be visiting many schools throughout our
township to provide programs on fire safety. Be sure to talk with your kids during this time about what they heard and
learned. And, of course, it is a good time to remember to change your smoke and carbon monoxide detector batteries.
Morris Road
Kriebel Road
Anders Road
Old Morris Road
Liberty Bell Road
Green Land Road
Dean Drive
Specht Place
Village Way
Morgan Way
Boone Way
Yeakel Way
Enhanced Snow and Ice Control
he Township utilizes salt brine to pre-treat bridges and roadways in advance of an approaching
snowstorm or freezing rain. This is a quick and efficient means to enhance public safety.
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The Salt Institute has stated that applying brine before snow or ice has bonded to the pavement can
be ten times more effective than spreading granular salt on top of snow and ice after the precipitation
has bonded to the pavement. It takes one ton of salt to make 1,000 gallons of brine, resulting in less
granular salt usage. Since pre-treating with brine makes subsequent applications of salt work more
efficient, twice as much can be accomplished with the same amount of salt.
NOTE: If you see the Township’s truck spreading brine along the roadway, please keep back at least
500 feet.
Christmas Tree Removal
Mailbox Replacement
he Towamencin Public Works Department will be
collecting Christmas trees within the Township
beginning on Monday, January 2, 2011 through Friday,
January 9, 2011. Residents are asked to place trees
curbside and a Public Works employee will be around to
collect it. Trees will be removed on a random basis
throughout this two-week period. Christmas trees can
also be dropped off at
Fischer’s Park at the
designated spot near the
dumpster.
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If your tree is not picked up
right away, we ask that you
please be patient.
Our
Public Works Department
will strive to do their best to
remove your tree in a timely
fashion.
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rom time to time, a mailbox will be damaged by the
Township’s plow. Should your mailbox / post be
damaged, you must report the damage to the
Township within one week from the date of the
snowstorm to be eligible for reimbursement.
The Township will reimburse residents up to a
maximum of $100 per incident.
Stormwater Management
ecause stormwater runoff is generated from dispersed
land surfaces – pavements, yards, driveways, and
roofs – efforts to control stormwater pollution must
consider individual, household, and public behaviors and
activities that can generate pollution from these surfaces.
These common individual behaviors have the potential to
generate stormwater pollution:
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Littering • Disposing of trash and recyclables
Disposing of pet-waste • Applying lawn chemicals
Washing cars
Changing motor oil on impervious driveways
Disposing leftover paint and household chemicals
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AVOID COSTLY REPAIRS AND SEWER BLOCKAGES
1090 Troxel Rd • PO Box 303 • Kulpsville PA 19443-0303 • 215-368-7602 • 215-368-7650 (Fax)
lateral is an underground pipe that is part of your home’s plumbing. It conveys wastewater from your home to the sewer
system.
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If you own your home, you also own your lateral from the end of your home’s internal plumbing to the connection with the
public sewer [See diagram below.]
Under Township ordinances, state regulations, and plumbing codes, you are responsible for maintaining your lateral, just like
other pipes in your home.
Many homes also have lateral cleanouts. A cleanout is a vertical pipe from an underground lateral to the surface. It has a
removable cap for maintenance access.
We want you to understand that it is important to maintain your lateral to protect your property and our environment. Here are
some tips:
• Repair and maintain your sewer lateral to help avoid costly backups.
• Never connect a downspout, sump pump or other stormwater drain to your sanitary sewer lateral.
• If you have a cleanout, remember to keep the cap on, raised above ground level and free of debris.
Tips for Staying Safe During the Holidays
Maintain Your Holiday Lights: Inspect
holiday lights each year for frayed wires, bare
spots, gaps in the insulation, broken or cracked
sockets, and excessive kinking or wear before
putting them up. Use only lighting listed by an
approved testing laboratory.
Do Not Overload Electrical Outlets: Do not link more
than three light strands, unless the directions indicate it is
safe. Connect strings of lights to an extension cord before
plugging the cord into the outlet. Make sure to periodically
check the wires – they should not be warm to
the touch.
Do not leave holiday lights on unattended!
Use Only Nonflammable Decorations: All decorations
should be nonflammable or flame-retardant and placed
away from heat vents.
Never Put Wrapping Paper in the
Fireplace: Wrapping paper in the fireplace
can result in a very large fire, throwing off
dangerous sparks and embers that may
result in a chimney fire.
Artificial Christmas Trees: If you are using a metallic or
artificial tree, make sure it is flame retardant.
Avoid Using Lit Candles: If you do use lit
candles, make sure they are in stable
holders and place them where they cannot
be easily knocked down. Never leave the
house with candles burning.
Never Put Lit Candles on a Tree: Do not
go near a Christmas tree with an open
flame – candles, lighters or matches.
Help Us Protect You
and Your Neighbor
Water that Tree
f your household, as those of more than 33
million other American homes, includes a
natural tree in its festivities, take to heart
this suggestion: Keep the tree watered.
Christmas trees account for 200 fires
annually, resulting in six deaths,
twenty-five injuries and more than
$6 million in property damage.
Typically shorts in electrical lights
or open flames from candles,
lighters or matches start tree
fires. Well-watered trees are not
a problem. Dry and neglected
trees can be.
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When it snow, make sure your fire hydrant stays clear.
s winter approaches many people concentrate on
preparing for the onslaught from Mother Nature and
the joys associated with winter.
As this past year showed, snow is an
unavoidable occurrence in this region.
When you are out clearing your
driveway and sidewalk also remember to
clear the snow away from the fire
hydrants. Not only will this benefit you
and your neighbors should a fire would
occur it is the law.
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Emergency Access Roads are Required to Be Kept Clear
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o you have an emergency access road on your property or abutting your property?
It is the responsibility of the property owner, landlord or association to maintain the fire department
access road in a clear and passable manner at all times.
The fire department access road shall not be obstructed in any way, including by snow or vehicles.
These roadways provide a second access point to your home and business in an emergency. Do your
part to maintain the required access roadways.
Chiropractic Healthcare Center
Family Chiropractic Care For The
Entire North Penn Community
Edward M. Horvath, D.C.
Tel: (215) 393-8999
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Lansdale, PA 19446-4526
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TOWNSHIP DIRECTORY
t o wA m e n c i n m u n i c i pA l c e n t e r
1090 Troxel Road • PO Box 303 • Kulpsville, PA 19443 • 215-368-7602
G e n e r A l i n f o r m At i o n
Hours: Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
A d m i n i s t r At i o n
Robert Ford, Township Manager
Maureen Doyle, Director of Finance
Joe Leis, Director of Community Planning
Kevin Pezzano, Fire Marshal
P. Timothy Dickinson, Police Chief
Dave Hillmantel, Director of Public Works
BoArd of supervisors
Daniel M. Littley, Jr., Chairman
John V. Gottschall, Vice Chairman
H. Charles Wilson, III, Treasurer
James P. Sinz, Secretary
Patricia Younce
C O m m u N IT Y C O N T A C T S
Police-Fire-Medical Emergency
Dial 9-1-1
North Penn School District
215-368-0400
Volunteer Medical Service
215-362-2345
Police (non-emergency)
215-368-7600
PECO Energy
800-841-4141
Tax Collector
215-368-8071
Fire (non-emergency)
215-362-2776
Comcast
610-684-3700
Towamencin Youth Association
215-362-8924
Township Building
215-368-7602
North Penn Chamber of
Commerce
215-362-9200
PA Game Commission
610-926-3136
Towamencin Pool
215-368-2615
District Justice
215-393-7534
Montgomery County Courthouse
610-278-3000
Voter Registration
610-278-3280
North Penn Water Authority
215-855-8165
Sewer Authority
215-855-8165
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Thank You To The Businesses!
This publication is made available through the generous advertising sponsorship of the
businesses listed throughout our newsletter. We wish to encourage your patronage of these
establishments; they play a substantial role in the economic vitality of our community.
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“TOWAMENCIN IS OPEN FOR BUSINESS”
Kate Harper
10 Schoolhouse Road
Suite #2
Souderton, PA 18964
State Representative
61st Legislative District
www.kateharper.net
[email protected]
he Board of Supervisors has authorized the formation
of an Economic Development Committee, which held
its first meeting on May 26. Members of the committee are:
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• Kim Diehl, owner of Coffee Head;
610-277-3230
1515 DeKalb Pike • Suite 106
Blue Bell, PA 19422
Township Forms Economic Development Committee
• Mark Nicoletti, vice president of PSDC;
215.256.8870
mulchbarnsupply.com
• Steve Pratt, vice president of First Priority Bank;
• James Wrigley, executive vice president of Trefoil
Properties;
Chuck Wilson, Board of Supervisors and liaison for the
Finance Committee;
• Patricia Younce, Board of Supervisors and liaison for
the Planning Commission;
• Joseph Leis, Director of Community Development.
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Mon: 12pm-8pm • Tues, Wed & Sat: 9am-8pm
Thurs & Fri: 9am-9pm • Sun: 12pm-4pm
The Township’s ordinances will be reviewed for areas
that might detract from business operations, and best
practices in other municipalities will be studied. Marketing
is a major focus of the group, and efforts will be made to
create marketing brochures about the Township that
highlight such benefits as low taxes, infrastructure and the
proximity to the Pennsylvania Turnpike. All rental
vacancies, properties for sale and available land have been
indentified; this information will be made available to real
estate brokers and developers.
The owners of businesses currently operating in the
Township will be contacted with a survey
about their satisfaction with Township
services and administration. Efforts will be
made
to
increase
and
improve
communication between the Township and
both businesses and residents.
Members will meet monthly and
information on the committee’s efforts will
be forthcoming. For comments or to
volunteer services, please contact Joseph
Leis, Patricia Younce, or Chuck Wilson.
1555 Sumneytown Pike
Kulpsville, PA 19443
215-362-2358
The committee is charged with determining new ways to
make the Township more “business friendly” to both retain
and attract new businesses, particularly with the hope of
filling retail vacancies in the Township.
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• Hundreds of Microbrews
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• Fine Cigars &
Accessories
• Draft Beer & Supplies
• Walk In Cigar Room
Artist’s rendering of the Marriot Hotel planned
for the township.
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Newsletter
Montgomery County, Pennsylvania
A C o m m u n i t y o f Tr a d i t i o n a n d Vi s i o n
INSIDE THIS ISSUE:
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This Community Newsletter is produced for the
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Fall Events................p5
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Towamencin Day......p6
Voting
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Your Towamencin Twp Real Estate Specialist
Dear Towamencin Township Homeowners:
10% of the Realtors will be responsible for 90% of the sales.
As the Real Estate Market continues to work through another difficult year, more
and more real estate agents will be forced to leave the business.
Sellers are realizing that it is more important than ever to choose the best Realtor
to help them sell their home at the highest possible price and in a timely fashion.
The days of just hiring a friend or a part time agent are over.
Having sold over 500 homes in my career and over 100 homes in Towamencin
Twp., I know 1st hand how much our area has to offer to potential home buyers.
If you are thinking of selling your home and would like to learn more about myself
and my Prudential Home Marketing Program, please don’t hesitate to contact me.
Thank you,
Ted Miller, G.R.I.
Broker/Owner
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Township
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Welcome to Towamencin Township
Dear Residents:
By the time you receive this newsletter, the seemingly endless heat wave that was
the summer of 2011 hopefully will be a distant memory and you will be enjoying the
Indian Summer as we move into fall.
With fall comes the Township budget season. Our schedule of budget
meetings will be posted on the Township website, and you should also see the
schedule on the Community Channels on your cable television provider. These
meetings are open to the public; your input is welcomed and appreciated.
With school back in session, please watch for the children as they wait for
their busses at various corners throughout the developments in the Township.
Also, remember to stop for all school busses loading or discharging students.
Drivers need to reduce speeds in school zones when the lights are flashing. The
speed limit in school zones is 15 MPH when the lights are flashing.
You should soon be receiving leaf collection schedules from your trash haulers.
Please place your bags out the evening before for your scheduled pickup.
Remember, these are the bags you get at one of the local hardware stores. Burning
of leaves is not authorized.
As we get into fall, there will be several events that have been well attended in the
past and that you might be interested in:
• The annual Towamencin 5K Turkey Trot, which is held on the Saturday before
Thanksgiving. The start and finish is at Fischers Park, with the course being
run throughout the panhandle area of the Township. Prizes are given in each
age group. Plan to come out and be involved.
• The Holiday Lights Festival in Fischers Park. Plans for this event are still
being developed. Watch for announcements and flyers.
Finally, as we get into the holidays, please be mindful of other drivers on the
road. Everyone should be a courteous driver, but we know that people tend to get
impatient and courtesy gets dropped along the way. Please drive carefully,
especially during bad weather. State law requires that when you’re windshield
wipers are going, your headlights should be on.
The Towamencin Township Board of Supervisors wishes all residents and
businesses a Happy Holiday Season and a Happy New Year
in 2012.
Experience Counts!
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