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Lower Salford Township
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Harleysville, PA 19438
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LOWER SALFORD
TOWNSHIP NEWSLETTER
Township Officials
Douglas A. Gifford
Douglas M. Johnson
Keith A. Bergman
Philip P. Heilman
Christopher R. Canavan
Joseph Czajkowski
Mary L. West
Spring/Summer 2016 • Published by the Board of Supervisors • Founded 1741
Chairman
Vice Chairman
Supervisor
Supervisor
Supervisor
Manager
Assistant Manager
Message From the Chairman
Dear Residents:
I
t is indeed with a heavy heart that I write this. We are all mourning the sudden
death on April 16, 2016 of our Public Works Superintendent Archangelo “Arcky”
DiRocco.
Spring/Summer 2016
Arcky was the ultimate paragon of a public servant, a phrase he used to describe
his job and the standard he lived to for all the years of his service to the Township
starting in 1994. One of the best decisions I was involved in was hiring Arcky, who
always wanted to be a municipal Roadmaster. He even took a pay cut to come work
for us. He earned every cent we paid him and more with his dedicated service.
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If anything needed doing, the first call was always to Arcky, who answered every
call with a smile and willingness to help. We will all miss him.
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The Township employees and all the residents owe a deep sense of gratitude to his
wife Phyllis and his sons Donovan and Damion for sharing him with us these last
22 years. The Township work will continue and it will all get done but not without
thinking of Arcky. When you see your parks being mowed, your streets being
repaved, or the snow being plowed, offer up a prayer or thought for Arcky.
DELICIOUS CATERING
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
HOMEMADE SALADS,
SIDES & ENTREES
Township Contact Information . .2
Douglas Gifford, Chairman
Lower Saflord Board of Supervisors
Coming This Summer . . . . . . . . .3
HOMEMADE BAKERY
Recycling Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Act 537 Update . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
FRESH MARKET
BUFFET
Township 101 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
COFFEE HOUSE
Spotlight on a Volunteer . . . . . . . .5
Spotlight on Briarwick Park . . . . .6
PIZZERIA
Winnie West Retires . . . . . . . . . . .6
Opening Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
OPEN EVERY DAY
7 AM - 11 PM
From the Police Department . . . .7
Stormwater Management
Program in the Township . . . . . . .8
290 MAIN STREET I HARLEYSVILLE I PA I 19438 I 215-256-9533
From the Harleysville Community
Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Eye on Development . . . . . . . . . .10
REPUBLIC
Heckler Plains Folklife Society/
Lower Salford Historical Society .10
SERVICES
An Environmental Partner You Can Count On
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Tractor Supply Set to Open
Summer Discount Ticket Program4
What is the Park Board . . . . . . . . .5
From the Fire Marshal’s Office . .11
NEW
Online
Payme
nt
Options
From the Ambulance Co. . . . . . .12
About the General Election and
Voting Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
T
ractor Supply Co., the
rural lifestyle retail store
chain, will open a new store in
Lower Salford this summer.
Coming
Soon!
July 2016
The Harleysville store is
under construction at 256
Harleysville Pike. It will be the
company's 86th location in
Pennsylvania; Tractor Supply
also has stores in Richland and
Bedminster townships.
The Harleysville Tractor Supply store will be more than 19,000 square feet and
will employ 15 workers. A fenced exterior space will be used for storage and
displaying items such as fencing, sprayers and livestock equipment.
The store is set to be completed in early July.
Visit our website at: www.lowersalfordtownship.org
All My Children
Child Care &
Learning
Center
Serving the Indian Valley Area
for over 30 years!
114-B Allentown Road, Souderton
215-721-1412
Visit our website:
amclearningcenter.com
$250
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OFF TUITION
Call for
Details!
Transportation
provided to & from the
following Elementary
School:
Souderton:
West Broad, Franconia,
EMC, Penview
Christian School,
Sounderton Charter
School
OPEN 6:30AM-6:00PM
Full/Part Time Childcare for all ages
Full Day Licensed Kindergarten
Summer Camp w/ Weekly Field Trips
Security Entry System with Cameras
Before/After School Program - Transportation
Keystone Star 4 Facility
STEPHEN REDDING
Arborist
www.happytreeltd.com
FULLY INSURED • REASONABLE RATES
215-257-7650
126 Reller Road • Green Lane, PA 18054
Tree Service, Landscaping, Plant Health Care
Quality work and integrity in our business dealings
are the hallmarks of Happy Tree.
O Professional arborist services for all large trees including pruning,
shaping, deadwood removal, cabling, bracing, cavity work, storm
damage repair, hazard evaluation, and tree removal.
O Complete landscaping services from design through installation and
maintenance. Design services from our own in-house Registered
Landscape Architect. We grow our own trees and shrubs to ensure
top quality, hardy installations.
O Cutting-edge plant health care treatments, including nutritional
support, feeding, pest control, and treatment of disease.
“SATISFACTION THAT GROWS!”
Lower Salford Township Contact Information
379 Main Street, Harleysville, PA 19438 • www.lowersalfordtownship.org
Township Office: 215-256-8087 • Fax: 215-256-4869 • Office hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Police Department: 215-256-9595 • Police and Fire Emergency: 9-1-1
Supervisors Meetings
The Board of Supervisors meets the first Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m.
Informal work sessions are held at 7 a.m. on the day before the regular meeting and the third Wednesday
of each month. At work sessions, staff updates the Board on Township activities. No formal action takes place at these meetings.
Township
Supervisors
Lower Salford Police Department • Emergencies: 911
379 Main St., Harleysville, PA 19438 Office: 215-256-9500 Fax: 215-256-1212
Douglas A. Gifford – Chairman
Douglas Johnson –
Vice Chairman
Police Dispatch: 215-256-9595
[email protected]
Keith A. Bergman
Philip P. Heilman
Christopher R. Canavan
General Township Mailbox
Investigations: Sgt. Cory Moyer
[email protected]
[email protected]
Chief of Police: Thomas A. Medwid
[email protected]
Patrol and Traffic: Sgt. Bill O’Connell
[email protected]
Administrative Assistant:
Sharon McFarland
[email protected]
Police Clerk: Barbara Jansons
[email protected]
General Police Mailbox
[email protected]
Montgomery County Commissioners
Josh Shapiro, Chairman, Valerie Arkoosh, Vice Chairman &
Bruce L. Castor, Jr., Commissioner
Court House, Swede and Airy Streets, Box 311, Norristown, PA 19404
610-278-3000 • web: www.montcopa.org
Pennsylvania Senators in the United States Congress
Our Senator in the PA General Assembly
Senator Bob Mensch (24th District)
56 West Fourth St, Floor 2 (Red Hill Borough Hall), Red Hill, PA 18076
215-541-2388 • fax: 215-541-2387
web: http://senatormensch.com • email: [email protected]
Washington DC Office:
393 Russell Senate Office Building, Washington, DC 20510
202-224-6324; fax: 202-228-0604
web: http://casey.senate.gov
email: linked through website
Our Representative in the Pennsylvania General Assembly
Marcy Toepel (147th District)
1885 Swamp Pike, Suite 107, Gilbertsville, PA 19525
Local Office: 610-323-3299; Fax: 610-323-3289
Harrisburg Office: 717-787-9501; Fax: 717-787-8215
web: http://www.reptoepel.com
email: [email protected]
Senator Pat Toomey
Philadelphia Office:
8 Penn Center1628 John F. Kennedy Blvd., Suite 1702
Philadelphia, PA 19103
215-241-1090 • fax: 215-241-1095
Senator Robert Casey
Philadelphia Office:
2000 Market St., Suite 610, Philadelphia, PA 19103
215-405-9660; fax: 215-405-9669
Washington DC Office:
248 Russell Senate Office Building, Washington, DC 20510
202-224-4254 • fax: 202-228-0284
web: http://toomey.senate.gov
email: linked through website
Pennsylvania Governor
Governor Tom Wolf
508 Main Capitol Building, Harrisburg, PA 17120
Harrisburg: 717-787-2500; Fax: 717-772-8284
web: www.governor.pa.gov • email: [email protected]
Pennsylvania Representative in the United States Congress
Congressman Michael G. Fitzpatrick (8th District)
1717 Langhorne Newtown Rd., Suite 400, Langhorne, PA 19047
215-579-8102 • fax: 215-579-8109
web: http://fitzpatrick.house.gov
email: linked through website
President of the United States
President Barack Obama
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, NW, Washington, D.C. 20500
www.whitehouse.gov
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About the General Election
Coming This Summer: Adaptive Traffic Signal System
Most of the proposed improvements are software and
communication related; however, some of the physical
improvements that are now in place along the corridors include
video detection cameras, radar dilemma zone detection, battery
backup systems, and new traffic signal controllers.
A
s part of a 2012 grant through the Congestion
Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) Program,
Lower Salford Township has been in the process of
upgrading the traffic signals located along Main
Street (S.R. 0063) and Harleysville Pike (S.R. 0113).
The upgrade includes installing an adaptive traffic
signal system and an automated traffic management
system. The traffic signal system will encompass
ten intersections along these corridors.
The video and radar detection systems provide traffic data to
the system. The detection at each intersection performs two
basic functions: vehicle detection for each approach and data
collection for the system. Based on the current on street demand,
the system will adjust the traffic signal timings to satisfy the
traffic demand at that time, explains Supervisor Keith Bergman.
Traffic adaptive systems revise their timing plans based on
real–time information and actual traffic demand, providing the
best possible timing scheme for each given situation. Adaptive
systems are shown to reduce congestion, decrease delay, reduce
fuel consumption, and reduce emissions, which is a main
objective of the CMAQ grant program.
The battery backup systems are being installed to provide full
traffic signal control in the event of a power outage or
disruption. While not part of the adaptive system, the battery
backup devices are being installed to increase the safety and
reliability of the traffic signals along the corridor.
The automated traffic management system will be monitored
and controlled from the Township Administration Building and
the PennDOT 6-0 Traffic Control Center, providing better
management of traffic flow, quicker response times for
maintenance, and allow for the implementation incident
management.
The General Election is scheduled for November 8, 2016. Lower Salford is divided into six precincts, according to this map:
Polling Place Locations
Key Dates
For More Information
District 1: Covenant Presbyterian
Church, 310 Covenant Lane, Harleysville
October 11: Last day to
REGISTER before the
November election
Montgomery County Voter Registration:
610-278-3280
District 2: Indian Valley Middle School,
130 Maple Avenue, Harleysville
District 3: Lower Salford Township
Building, 379 Main Street, Harleysville
District 4: Encore Experiences,
312 Alumni Avenue, Harleysville
District 5 & 6: Oak Ridge Elementary
School, 465 Moyer Road, Harleysville
November 1: Last day to apply
for a civilian absentee ballot
November 4: Last day for
County Boards of Elections to
receive voted civilian absentee
ballots November 8:
General Election
The project is nearing completion and should be fully
operational by this summer. The project was designed by
McMahon Associates, Inc., serving as the Lower Salford
Township Traffic Engineer, and is being constructed by Armour
and Sons Electric, Inc.
RECYCLING DAY - Saturday, June 4, 9 a.m. to noon
Anything with a Plug
LOCATION: Souderton Area High School, 625 Lower Road
The Townships of Lower Salford, Towamencin, Hatfield and Franconia are proud to offer
residents this opportunity to responsibly recycle obsolete electronics. On-site paper and document
shredding also will be available!
All electronic devices with a plug will be accepted; however, smoke detectors, large appliances,
and projection TVS are excluded.
There will be a $20 fee for television sets and computer monitors, and a $50 fee for wood
console TVS.
BOARD CERTIFIED ORTHODONTIST
215-256-6444
Free Consultation
Most Insurances Accepted
www.teethsostraight.com
444 MAIN STREET
HARLEYSVILLE, PA 19438
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Montgomery County Board of Elections:
610-278-3275
On the web:
voterservices.montcopa.org
Fire Safety Tips
From the Lower Salford Fire Marshal’s Office
W
ith summer on the horizon, it's a good idea to refresh your memory on fire safety tips. Some are the same regardless of the
time of year but many safety concerns are seasonal, particularly those that involve the upcoming summer season.
Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors: Don’t forget to test your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Get
in the habit of testing and changing the batteries every spring and fall when changing the clocks for Daylight
Savings Time.
Burning Regulation Reminders: All burning of rubbish, yard waste and trash is prohibited here in
Lower Salford Township. You are, however, allowed to have fires for recreational and ceremonial
purposes, which are identified as fires for the purpose of roasting marshmallows, hot dogs,
worship, etc.
All recreational and ceremonial type fires must be contained in an outdoor fireplace, barbeque grill, burn pit,
chiminea or fire ring. They must be located at least 15 feet from any residence or combustible material, and
an extinguishing agent (fire extinguisher, bucket of water, garden hose) must be easily accessible nearby.
Authorization from the Lower Salford Fire Marshal must be obtained before any burning.
Act 537 Update
O
ur Act 537 Plan guides us in identifying the current and future sewage disposal needs of the Township. It includes procedures
to ensure that existing systems are working correctly so they don't create a public health concern to adjacent wells and
waterways. Parts of our Township are handled by individual on-lot septic systems that are maintained solely by the property owner
and it is imperative to routinely remove accumulated solids and inspect the internal working of the septic tank.
Supervisor Chris Canavan explains that on November 6, 2013, the Township enacted an ordinance that requires all septic tanks
to be pumped by a licensed hauler every three years. We are in the final year of the initial three-year cycle. Notification letters will
be coming out later this spring to those residents.
If you have any questions about the ACT 537 plan, please contact the township office at 215 - 256 - 8087.
SUMMER DISCOUNT TICKET PROGRAM
Stop in at the Township Building Monday through Friday between 8:30am and 4:30pm to purchase
discounted tickets to many popular summer attractions. Call 215-256-8087 with any questions.
Helps Benefit Lower Salford Township Parks!
FROM
THE
AMBULANCE CO.
Harleysville Area EMS would like to wish everyone a safe and enjoyable spring and summer season.
Spring and Summer Safety Tips
• Summer is a prime time for use of motorcycles and bikes.
Remember to wear a helmet and follow the rules of the road.
• Don’t forget the sunscreen when spending time outside to
help avoid sunburn.
• Never let children swim unattended.
• Be cautious of perishable foods at outdoor events. Keep cold
foods cold and hot foods hot.
Adventure Aquarium
Baltimore Aquarium
Blue Mt. Aerial Park
Crayola Experience
Diggerland USA
Dorney Park
Dutch Wonderland
Elmwood Park Zoo
Hersheypark
Knobels Amusement Park
Longwood Gardens
Morey’s Pier
PA Renaissance Faire
Philadelphia Zoo
Sesame Place
Six Flags Great Adventure
Splash Zone Water Park Wildwood
First-Aid & CPR Training
Harleysville Area EMS continues to provide community
residents, local businesses, and organizations First-Aid and
CPR classes as well as other exciting and educational
opportunities. For more information, or to schedule a training
class, please contact our Community Outreach Training
Program Director Nicole Smith at 215-513-1880 or by email at
[email protected]
Membership Drive
We would like to thank everyone who became a subscribing
member of our 2015/2016 subscription drive. Look for our
2016/2017 subscription drive to kick off this fall.
Have a wonderful and SAFE summer!
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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What Is The Park Board?
Eye on Development
in nature, for all residents to enjoy. The Township has also
developed playgrounds, pavilions, picnic facilities, athletic
fields, basketball courts, and a roller hockey rink. Three
Township ponds are also stocked with trout every spring.
O
ur Park Board consists of seven Township residents,
appointed by the Board of Supervisors, who meet monthly
at the Township Building to discuss our parks, trails and open
space, and who make recommendations to the Board of
Supervisors. The Board also regularly meets with the local
athletic organizations and historical societies when necessary to
coordinate Township activities.
One of our parks is named after Supervisor Robert C. Bucher,
who realized that even though the Township was mostly
comprised of farms and open land, it was going to change, and
it was crucial to start then to preserve land for future
generations. Through the ingenuity of the Board of Supervisors
and Park Board members of decades past and the continuing
commitment and dedication of our current Board members to
that same vision, Lower Salford Township has developed an
award-winning park and trail system.
The first meeting of the Park Board was held on May 16,
1968. The purpose of the Park Board, as stated by Township
Supervisor Robert C. Bucher at that first meeting, was to plan
the acquisition of properties, plan their development, and
operate them when they were developed. He felt that the first
objective should be to develop a comprehensive park program.
Mr. Frederick “Ted” Dannerth was the first Chairman of the
Park Board. Our extensive Township trail system is named in
his honor.
The Park Board invites anyone who has an interest in, or
wants to share a suggestion or comment about our parks, to
attend a Board meeting. They meet monthly at 7 p.m. Check the
Township website for meeting schedule.
Now fast forward almost 50 years and you will find 1,100
acres of public open space land, a multi-use trail system that
runs more than 8 miles, and 12 parks, both active and passive
To access the Park Rules & Regulations, go to the Parks page
on the Township website www.lowersalfordtownship.org.
Township 101
The Park Board often meets with local Boy Scouts who are
working on their Eagle Scout Projects. At the April meeting,
Theodore Spisak (Troop 178) presented a service project
proposal involving the Township trail system, while Charles
Scheuch (Troop 91) will be rebuilding the grape arbor at the
Heckler Farmstead. The Board has a long history of
supporting the local scout troops and encouraging them to
become involved in our community.
Spotlight on a Volunteer: Joe Sykes
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Preliminary and Final Plans Under Review
• AG Harleysville: land development plan at Harleysville
Pike and Park Avenue
Plans in Construction
• Clemens’ Mill: land development at 531 Main Street for
office building and 13 residential units
• Salford Valley / Moyer Landis, LLP: 12-lot residential
subdivision on Landis and
Moyer roads
• Wyndham Court - T.H. Properties: residential land
development for 11 townhouse units at 320 Alderfer Road
• Applewood Partners, Inc.: 42 attached residential units on
Oak Drive (past Post Office) and 1 single-family home on
Meadow Lane
• The Reserve at Salford - Toll
PA, L.P.: 48-lot residential
subdivision on Landis Road
• Maple School Associates, LLC: 53 attached residential
units and 4 single-family homes at 250 Maple Avenue and
Park Avenue
Heckler Plains Folklife Society/Lower Salford Historical Society
Mark your Calendar
Sunday, July 17, 6:30pm
Ice Cream Social at the Jacob Reiff Farmstead.
The house and barn are open for touring.
Cost is $3 per person.
Friday, December 9, 7pm
Carol Night at the Heckler Plains Farmstead
Enjoy a peaceful night of caroling around a bonfire, then
retire to the candle-lit, decorated farmhouse for some
homemade treats. A wonderful family event. Free.
Saturday, August 20, 10am-4pm
Hecklerfest, Heckler Plains Farmstead
Colonial Craft Demonstrators, history/genealogy displays,
colonial foods, craft vendors, hands-on craft stations and a
double-header vintage baseball game.
Sunday, December 11, Noon-4pm
Christmas House Tour
Come see the Lower Salford historic park houses decked
out in their Christmas finery, along with several other
architectural treasures. Admission.
Saturday, September 17, 10am-4pm
History Fair at Heckler Plains Farmstead.
This year’s theme will be Trades and Tradesmen. A picture
of the Inn and Innkeeper are included.
www.hecklerplains.org
oe Sykes is not shy about sharing his opinion. That’s how he wound up on the Park Board
some 17 years ago.
Scenes from this year’s Herb
Festival and Craft Show, which
featured a variety of herb plants,
annuals, perennials, and crafts by
juried vendors perennials for sale.
Visitors also enjoyed delicious
pies baked in the outdoor oven.
“I went to all the meetings anyway,” says Sykes. “I was always telling them what I thought.
Finally, they put me on the board.”
Born and raised in the Manayunk section of Philadelphia, Sykes spent his career as a
steelworker. His outspoken personality served him well as a shop steward.
Now retired, Sykes devotes much of his time and energy to the Park Board. He’s proud of
the township’s commitment to providing a wide variety of recreational amenities to residents.
Now 88, Sykes was recently appointed to another five-year term on the board.
“I’ll keep going as long as I am able,” he says.
751 Harleysville Pike
Telford, PA 18969
215-723-5800
www.kjdoors.com
Residential & Commercial Departments
Garage Doors & Openers • Entry & Patio Doors
Service Departments
We Replace Broken Springs!
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From the Harleysville Community Center
Spotlight on Briarwyck Park
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Location: 315 Sturgis Road
ow is the perfect time to make your plans for swimming at the Harleysville Community Center pools.
Membership information is now ready to go for Summer 2016. Opening Day is set for June 4.
For membership information please visit www.harleysvillecommunitycenter.com and choose between
two options of completing registration. To register online, look for the “Click Here to Register Now”
button; to download an application for mail in registration, press the button labeled “Download HCC
Application.”
Description: With the fishing pond stocked each spring, picnic tables and a small playground, this 8-acre park provides
enjoyment for all ages. (Bike Path) No grills, please.
If you do not have Internet access, mail-in applications can be
picked up at the Lower Salford Township Office.
Last year, we welcomed the McCoy Family as our new snack
stand vendor…and officially opened the Cool Eats Snack Bar.
We are pleased to announce they are back and ready to offer full
lunch and dinner menus, as well as snacks of all kinds. They will
be accepting credit cards and selling gift certificates, and will have
party packages available to members who would like to celebrate
their child’s birthday at the pool.
The Cool Eats Snack Bar Staff has two Family Fun Days
planned for the Harleysville Pool this summer, Sunday June 19
and Sunday, July 31. On both dates, the snack bar staff will host a
pool party as a way for them to give back to HCC patrons.
From 2pm to 5pm there will be a DJ playing music and games
with all the kids - lots of prizes to be won. There will also have a giant inflatable water slide at the pool - it promises to be a fun
time for all the family.
• Replacement of the upper pool’s filtration system
HCC’s Key Projects for 2016:
• Replacement of plumbing/toilets/urinals in the men’s bathhouse
(women’s was completed last year)
• Interior painting of both bathhouses
From its inception more than 50 years ago, HCC has relied on
community donations, pool memberships, and facility use fees to
finance its projects and required maintenance of facilities. We
appreciate all the community support and continued membership to
help keep the Harleysville Community Center an important place for
family and friends to gather and share memories.
Winnie West Retires after 33 years
W
innie started with the Township as a truck driver and laborer
in 1983. He later became Assistant Foreman in charge of the
Parks Maintenance while continuing to work with the Public Works
Department, particularly during the winter snow storms.
Winnie often took advantage of continuing education, becoming
licensed in pesticide application and playground inspection. He also
became a Certified Arborist and worked closely with the Park Board.
“Winnie was a dedicated employee who was very proud of the
township’s park system and he will be missed,” said Chairman Doug
Gifford at his recent retirement luncheon.
Winnie and his wife Mary live in Lower Salford Township. Now
that he is retired he will be able to enjoy the snow storms from home
and have more time to spend with their grandchildren.
We all wish him the best as he starts his retirement!
A special Thank You goes out to our community partners – Harleysville Jaycees, Harleysville Lions, and Harleysville Rotary for
their ongoing support of HCC.
To learn more of the Center’s interesting history visit www.harleysvillecommunitycenter.com and look for the “About HCC”
button.
Opening Day
The weather was
dark and gloomy but
that didn’t dampen the
spirits of anglers young
and old who lined the
banks of Roth Park
Pond for the first day of
fishing season in April.
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From the Lower Salford Police Department
Stormwater Management Program in the Township
Coffee with a Cop
T
he Lower Salford Police Department has started a “Coffee with a Cop” program. Its purpose is to bring
the Police Department and the community closer by building relationships in an informal setting, says
Supervisor Phil Heilman.
More in-depth information of the program and its origins can be found at http://coffeewithacop.com/.
To request a “Coffee with a Cop” event you may contact Sgt. William O’Connell or Cpl. Frank Addalli at
215-256-9500.
The Lower Salford Police Department has started a Facebook page. Please “like us” to
receive information on the community, news, and information.
low points and along the sides of roadways. The stormwater
flows through a system of pipes and roadside ditches that make
up the storm sewer system. The water eventually finds its way
to lakes, rivers, streams, wetlands and the ocean.
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ower Salford Township, along with other municipalities in
the Commonwealth, is required by the Pennsylvania
Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to address
stormwater issues using a variety of other best management
practices (BMPs). The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
(EPA) has established minimum standards for stormwater
management that are the basis for the DEP’s MS4 Stormwater
Management Program. MS4 stands for Municipal Separate
Storm Sewer System and refers to communities with storm
sewers that are considered urbanized areas according to the U.S.
Census Data.
What is the Problem?
Stormwater becomes a problem when it picks up debris,
chemicals, dirt and other pollutants which end up in our
receiving waters that we use for drinking and recreation.
What Can You Do to Help?
There are many ways to help keep our stormwater clean.
Some of the ways you can help are as follows:
The MS4 Stormwater Management Program includes six
Minimum Control Measures (MCMs) that municipalities must
address in order to comply with the state and federal
regulations. These six MCMs are as follows:
Be Alert. Be Informed. Be ReadyMontco
Emergencies and disasters strike quickly and often without warning. They can disrupt our lives, force us to leave our homes,
or even confine us for days without essential services like electricity, phones, or water.
How ready are you and your family?
Vice Chairman Doug Johnson reminds residents that one of the first things you can do is sign up for our
ReadyMontco notification system. This program delivers alerts about severe weather and other important
events in Montgomery County to the devices of your choice. Whether you prefer emails, text messages, or
even a good ol' fashioned phone call - you decide the option that works for you!
There is no direct cost to sign up for ReadyMontco. However, there may be charges for certain features (like receiving text
messages) so it's best to double check with your service providers.
ReadyMontco replaced the ReadyNotifyPA system in June 2015 as the Montgomery County Department of Public Safety, along
with its emergency management partners in the Southeastern Pennsylvania region, switched providers of our notification system.
To create an account, go to montcopa.org and click on the “ReadyMontco” link on the left side of the page.
• Properly dispose of hazardous substances such as used oil,
cleaning supplies and paint.
• Use pesticide, fertilizers, and herbicides properly and
efficiently to prevent excess chemicals from flowing into
the storm sewers.
• Public Education and Outreach
• Public Participation and Involvement
• Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination
• Avoid blowing grass clippings and leaves into the street.
• Construction Site Stormwater Runoff
• Help keep storm inlets clear of trash and other debris.
• Post-Construction Stormwater Management for New
Developments and Redevelopment
• Look for signs of other pollutants, such as debris, oil or
chemicals, in stormwater runoff.
• Pollution Prevention and Good Housekeeping for
Municipal Operations and Maintenance
• Report poorly managed construction sites that could
impact stormwater runoff to our community.
• Pick up after your pets and dispose of their waste properly.
What is Stormwater?
Stormwater is water from rain and melted snow that flows
across the ground into the storm sewers and drainage ditches at
If you observe any pollutants entering the storm sewer or
stream, please contact the Township Office at 215-256-8087.
When You Go on Vacation…Tips for Securing Your Home
Crime-proof outside areas
S
ummer is a time when many residents will be leaving time
for extended periods of time. A vacant home is an attractive
target for thieves. Here are a few steps you can take to secure
your home:
• Keep yard, porch and entrances well lit. Look into motion
detection lighting.
• Store tools, toys, etc., after use.
Make doors crime resistant
• Never hide keys outside your home.
• Install deadbolt locks, solid doors and sturdy hinges and
strike plates. (Be sure all materials meet building and fire
codes.)
• Keep bushes trimmed near doors and windows.
Safeguard valuables
• Engrave TV's and other household valuables with some
identifiable number or label.
Secure sliding doors
• Install locks to prevent sliding or lifting.
• Rent a safe-deposit box for small valuables.
• Drill a hole through the inside frame, and insert a nail to
prevent sliding.
Have peace of mind when you’re away. Inform a trusted
neighbor of travel plans. Have him or her collect mail and
other deliveries. Don't share your plans with strangers.
• Place a strong piece of wood in the track.
Prevent window entry
• Use window key locks. Keep keys in locks for quick exit in
case of emergency or fire.
Leave shades in their normal positions.
Have police conduct security checks on your home while
you are on vacation.
• For double-hung windows, drill holes downward where
inside and outside sashes meet. Insert nails or bolts.
If you are interested in vacation security checks, please
contact the Police Department at 215-256-9500.
• Consider grates for basement and first floor windows.
(Check local fire codes first.)
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From the Lower Salford Police Department
Stormwater Management Program in the Township
Coffee with a Cop
T
he Lower Salford Police Department has started a “Coffee with a Cop” program. Its purpose is to bring
the Police Department and the community closer by building relationships in an informal setting, says
Supervisor Phil Heilman.
More in-depth information of the program and its origins can be found at http://coffeewithacop.com/.
To request a “Coffee with a Cop” event you may contact Sgt. William O’Connell or Cpl. Frank Addalli at
215-256-9500.
The Lower Salford Police Department has started a Facebook page. Please “like us” to
receive information on the community, news, and information.
low points and along the sides of roadways. The stormwater
flows through a system of pipes and roadside ditches that make
up the storm sewer system. The water eventually finds its way
to lakes, rivers, streams, wetlands and the ocean.
L
ower Salford Township, along with other municipalities in
the Commonwealth, is required by the Pennsylvania
Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) to address
stormwater issues using a variety of other best management
practices (BMPs). The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
(EPA) has established minimum standards for stormwater
management that are the basis for the DEP’s MS4 Stormwater
Management Program. MS4 stands for Municipal Separate
Storm Sewer System and refers to communities with storm
sewers that are considered urbanized areas according to the U.S.
Census Data.
What is the Problem?
Stormwater becomes a problem when it picks up debris,
chemicals, dirt and other pollutants which end up in our
receiving waters that we use for drinking and recreation.
What Can You Do to Help?
There are many ways to help keep our stormwater clean.
Some of the ways you can help are as follows:
The MS4 Stormwater Management Program includes six
Minimum Control Measures (MCMs) that municipalities must
address in order to comply with the state and federal
regulations. These six MCMs are as follows:
Be Alert. Be Informed. Be ReadyMontco
Emergencies and disasters strike quickly and often without warning. They can disrupt our lives, force us to leave our homes,
or even confine us for days without essential services like electricity, phones, or water.
How ready are you and your family?
Vice Chairman Doug Johnson reminds residents that one of the first things you can do is sign up for our
ReadyMontco notification system. This program delivers alerts about severe weather and other important
events in Montgomery County to the devices of your choice. Whether you prefer emails, text messages, or
even a good ol' fashioned phone call - you decide the option that works for you!
There is no direct cost to sign up for ReadyMontco. However, there may be charges for certain features (like receiving text
messages) so it's best to double check with your service providers.
ReadyMontco replaced the ReadyNotifyPA system in June 2015 as the Montgomery County Department of Public Safety, along
with its emergency management partners in the Southeastern Pennsylvania region, switched providers of our notification system.
To create an account, go to montcopa.org and click on the “ReadyMontco” link on the left side of the page.
• Properly dispose of hazardous substances such as used oil,
cleaning supplies and paint.
• Use pesticide, fertilizers, and herbicides properly and
efficiently to prevent excess chemicals from flowing into
the storm sewers.
• Public Education and Outreach
• Public Participation and Involvement
• Illicit Discharge Detection and Elimination
• Avoid blowing grass clippings and leaves into the street.
• Construction Site Stormwater Runoff
• Help keep storm inlets clear of trash and other debris.
• Post-Construction Stormwater Management for New
Developments and Redevelopment
• Look for signs of other pollutants, such as debris, oil or
chemicals, in stormwater runoff.
• Pollution Prevention and Good Housekeeping for
Municipal Operations and Maintenance
• Report poorly managed construction sites that could
impact stormwater runoff to our community.
• Pick up after your pets and dispose of their waste properly.
What is Stormwater?
Stormwater is water from rain and melted snow that flows
across the ground into the storm sewers and drainage ditches at
If you observe any pollutants entering the storm sewer or
stream, please contact the Township Office at 215-256-8087.
When You Go on Vacation…Tips for Securing Your Home
Crime-proof outside areas
S
ummer is a time when many residents will be leaving time
for extended periods of time. A vacant home is an attractive
target for thieves. Here are a few steps you can take to secure
your home:
• Keep yard, porch and entrances well lit. Look into motion
detection lighting.
• Store tools, toys, etc., after use.
Make doors crime resistant
• Never hide keys outside your home.
• Install deadbolt locks, solid doors and sturdy hinges and
strike plates. (Be sure all materials meet building and fire
codes.)
• Keep bushes trimmed near doors and windows.
Safeguard valuables
• Engrave TV's and other household valuables with some
identifiable number or label.
Secure sliding doors
• Install locks to prevent sliding or lifting.
• Rent a safe-deposit box for small valuables.
• Drill a hole through the inside frame, and insert a nail to
prevent sliding.
Have peace of mind when you’re away. Inform a trusted
neighbor of travel plans. Have him or her collect mail and
other deliveries. Don't share your plans with strangers.
• Place a strong piece of wood in the track.
Prevent window entry
• Use window key locks. Keep keys in locks for quick exit in
case of emergency or fire.
Leave shades in their normal positions.
Have police conduct security checks on your home while
you are on vacation.
• For double-hung windows, drill holes downward where
inside and outside sashes meet. Insert nails or bolts.
If you are interested in vacation security checks, please
contact the Police Department at 215-256-9500.
• Consider grates for basement and first floor windows.
(Check local fire codes first.)
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From the Harleysville Community Center
Spotlight on Briarwyck Park
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Location: 315 Sturgis Road
ow is the perfect time to make your plans for swimming at the Harleysville Community Center pools.
Membership information is now ready to go for Summer 2016. Opening Day is set for June 4.
For membership information please visit www.harleysvillecommunitycenter.com and choose between
two options of completing registration. To register online, look for the “Click Here to Register Now”
button; to download an application for mail in registration, press the button labeled “Download HCC
Application.”
Description: With the fishing pond stocked each spring, picnic tables and a small playground, this 8-acre park provides
enjoyment for all ages. (Bike Path) No grills, please.
If you do not have Internet access, mail-in applications can be
picked up at the Lower Salford Township Office.
Last year, we welcomed the McCoy Family as our new snack
stand vendor…and officially opened the Cool Eats Snack Bar.
We are pleased to announce they are back and ready to offer full
lunch and dinner menus, as well as snacks of all kinds. They will
be accepting credit cards and selling gift certificates, and will have
party packages available to members who would like to celebrate
their child’s birthday at the pool.
The Cool Eats Snack Bar Staff has two Family Fun Days
planned for the Harleysville Pool this summer, Sunday June 19
and Sunday, July 31. On both dates, the snack bar staff will host a
pool party as a way for them to give back to HCC patrons.
From 2pm to 5pm there will be a DJ playing music and games
with all the kids - lots of prizes to be won. There will also have a giant inflatable water slide at the pool - it promises to be a fun
time for all the family.
• Replacement of the upper pool’s filtration system
HCC’s Key Projects for 2016:
• Replacement of plumbing/toilets/urinals in the men’s bathhouse
(women’s was completed last year)
• Interior painting of both bathhouses
From its inception more than 50 years ago, HCC has relied on
community donations, pool memberships, and facility use fees to
finance its projects and required maintenance of facilities. We
appreciate all the community support and continued membership to
help keep the Harleysville Community Center an important place for
family and friends to gather and share memories.
Winnie West Retires after 33 years
W
innie started with the Township as a truck driver and laborer
in 1983. He later became Assistant Foreman in charge of the
Parks Maintenance while continuing to work with the Public Works
Department, particularly during the winter snow storms.
Winnie often took advantage of continuing education, becoming
licensed in pesticide application and playground inspection. He also
became a Certified Arborist and worked closely with the Park Board.
“Winnie was a dedicated employee who was very proud of the
township’s park system and he will be missed,” said Chairman Doug
Gifford at his recent retirement luncheon.
Winnie and his wife Mary live in Lower Salford Township. Now
that he is retired he will be able to enjoy the snow storms from home
and have more time to spend with their grandchildren.
We all wish him the best as he starts his retirement!
A special Thank You goes out to our community partners – Harleysville Jaycees, Harleysville Lions, and Harleysville Rotary for
their ongoing support of HCC.
To learn more of the Center’s interesting history visit www.harleysvillecommunitycenter.com and look for the “About HCC”
button.
Opening Day
The weather was
dark and gloomy but
that didn’t dampen the
spirits of anglers young
and old who lined the
banks of Roth Park
Pond for the first day of
fishing season in April.
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What Is The Park Board?
Eye on Development
in nature, for all residents to enjoy. The Township has also
developed playgrounds, pavilions, picnic facilities, athletic
fields, basketball courts, and a roller hockey rink. Three
Township ponds are also stocked with trout every spring.
O
ur Park Board consists of seven Township residents,
appointed by the Board of Supervisors, who meet monthly
at the Township Building to discuss our parks, trails and open
space, and who make recommendations to the Board of
Supervisors. The Board also regularly meets with the local
athletic organizations and historical societies when necessary to
coordinate Township activities.
One of our parks is named after Supervisor Robert C. Bucher,
who realized that even though the Township was mostly
comprised of farms and open land, it was going to change, and
it was crucial to start then to preserve land for future
generations. Through the ingenuity of the Board of Supervisors
and Park Board members of decades past and the continuing
commitment and dedication of our current Board members to
that same vision, Lower Salford Township has developed an
award-winning park and trail system.
The first meeting of the Park Board was held on May 16,
1968. The purpose of the Park Board, as stated by Township
Supervisor Robert C. Bucher at that first meeting, was to plan
the acquisition of properties, plan their development, and
operate them when they were developed. He felt that the first
objective should be to develop a comprehensive park program.
Mr. Frederick “Ted” Dannerth was the first Chairman of the
Park Board. Our extensive Township trail system is named in
his honor.
The Park Board invites anyone who has an interest in, or
wants to share a suggestion or comment about our parks, to
attend a Board meeting. They meet monthly at 7 p.m. Check the
Township website for meeting schedule.
Now fast forward almost 50 years and you will find 1,100
acres of public open space land, a multi-use trail system that
runs more than 8 miles, and 12 parks, both active and passive
To access the Park Rules & Regulations, go to the Parks page
on the Township website www.lowersalfordtownship.org.
Township 101
The Park Board often meets with local Boy Scouts who are
working on their Eagle Scout Projects. At the April meeting,
Theodore Spisak (Troop 178) presented a service project
proposal involving the Township trail system, while Charles
Scheuch (Troop 91) will be rebuilding the grape arbor at the
Heckler Farmstead. The Board has a long history of
supporting the local scout troops and encouraging them to
become involved in our community.
Spotlight on a Volunteer: Joe Sykes
J
Preliminary and Final Plans Under Review
• AG Harleysville: land development plan at Harleysville
Pike and Park Avenue
Plans in Construction
• Clemens’ Mill: land development at 531 Main Street for
office building and 13 residential units
• Salford Valley / Moyer Landis, LLP: 12-lot residential
subdivision on Landis and
Moyer roads
• Wyndham Court - T.H. Properties: residential land
development for 11 townhouse units at 320 Alderfer Road
• Applewood Partners, Inc.: 42 attached residential units on
Oak Drive (past Post Office) and 1 single-family home on
Meadow Lane
• The Reserve at Salford - Toll
PA, L.P.: 48-lot residential
subdivision on Landis Road
• Maple School Associates, LLC: 53 attached residential
units and 4 single-family homes at 250 Maple Avenue and
Park Avenue
Heckler Plains Folklife Society/Lower Salford Historical Society
Mark your Calendar
Sunday, July 17, 6:30pm
Ice Cream Social at the Jacob Reiff Farmstead.
The house and barn are open for touring.
Cost is $3 per person.
Friday, December 9, 7pm
Carol Night at the Heckler Plains Farmstead
Enjoy a peaceful night of caroling around a bonfire, then
retire to the candle-lit, decorated farmhouse for some
homemade treats. A wonderful family event. Free.
Saturday, August 20, 10am-4pm
Hecklerfest, Heckler Plains Farmstead
Colonial Craft Demonstrators, history/genealogy displays,
colonial foods, craft vendors, hands-on craft stations and a
double-header vintage baseball game.
Sunday, December 11, Noon-4pm
Christmas House Tour
Come see the Lower Salford historic park houses decked
out in their Christmas finery, along with several other
architectural treasures. Admission.
Saturday, September 17, 10am-4pm
History Fair at Heckler Plains Farmstead.
This year’s theme will be Trades and Tradesmen. A picture
of the Inn and Innkeeper are included.
www.hecklerplains.org
oe Sykes is not shy about sharing his opinion. That’s how he wound up on the Park Board
some 17 years ago.
Scenes from this year’s Herb
Festival and Craft Show, which
featured a variety of herb plants,
annuals, perennials, and crafts by
juried vendors perennials for sale.
Visitors also enjoyed delicious
pies baked in the outdoor oven.
“I went to all the meetings anyway,” says Sykes. “I was always telling them what I thought.
Finally, they put me on the board.”
Born and raised in the Manayunk section of Philadelphia, Sykes spent his career as a
steelworker. His outspoken personality served him well as a shop steward.
Now retired, Sykes devotes much of his time and energy to the Park Board. He’s proud of
the township’s commitment to providing a wide variety of recreational amenities to residents.
Now 88, Sykes was recently appointed to another five-year term on the board.
“I’ll keep going as long as I am able,” he says.
751 Harleysville Pike
Telford, PA 18969
215-723-5800
www.kjdoors.com
Residential & Commercial Departments
Garage Doors & Openers • Entry & Patio Doors
Service Departments
We Replace Broken Springs!
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Fire Safety Tips
From the Lower Salford Fire Marshal’s Office
W
ith summer on the horizon, it's a good idea to refresh your memory on fire safety tips. Some are the same regardless of the
time of year but many safety concerns are seasonal, particularly those that involve the upcoming summer season.
Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors: Don’t forget to test your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors. Get
in the habit of testing and changing the batteries every spring and fall when changing the clocks for Daylight
Savings Time.
Burning Regulation Reminders: All burning of rubbish, yard waste and trash is prohibited here in
Lower Salford Township. You are, however, allowed to have fires for recreational and ceremonial
purposes, which are identified as fires for the purpose of roasting marshmallows, hot dogs,
worship, etc.
All recreational and ceremonial type fires must be contained in an outdoor fireplace, barbeque grill, burn pit,
chiminea or fire ring. They must be located at least 15 feet from any residence or combustible material, and
an extinguishing agent (fire extinguisher, bucket of water, garden hose) must be easily accessible nearby.
Authorization from the Lower Salford Fire Marshal must be obtained before any burning.
Act 537 Update
O
ur Act 537 Plan guides us in identifying the current and future sewage disposal needs of the Township. It includes procedures
to ensure that existing systems are working correctly so they don't create a public health concern to adjacent wells and
waterways. Parts of our Township are handled by individual on-lot septic systems that are maintained solely by the property owner
and it is imperative to routinely remove accumulated solids and inspect the internal working of the septic tank.
Supervisor Chris Canavan explains that on November 6, 2013, the Township enacted an ordinance that requires all septic tanks
to be pumped by a licensed hauler every three years. We are in the final year of the initial three-year cycle. Notification letters will
be coming out later this spring to those residents.
If you have any questions about the ACT 537 plan, please contact the township office at 215 - 256 - 8087.
SUMMER DISCOUNT TICKET PROGRAM
Stop in at the Township Building Monday through Friday between 8:30am and 4:30pm to purchase
discounted tickets to many popular summer attractions. Call 215-256-8087 with any questions.
Helps Benefit Lower Salford Township Parks!
FROM
THE
AMBULANCE CO.
Harleysville Area EMS would like to wish everyone a safe and enjoyable spring and summer season.
Spring and Summer Safety Tips
• Summer is a prime time for use of motorcycles and bikes.
Remember to wear a helmet and follow the rules of the road.
• Don’t forget the sunscreen when spending time outside to
help avoid sunburn.
• Never let children swim unattended.
• Be cautious of perishable foods at outdoor events. Keep cold
foods cold and hot foods hot.
Adventure Aquarium
Baltimore Aquarium
Blue Mt. Aerial Park
Crayola Experience
Diggerland USA
Dorney Park
Dutch Wonderland
Elmwood Park Zoo
Hersheypark
Knobels Amusement Park
Longwood Gardens
Morey’s Pier
PA Renaissance Faire
Philadelphia Zoo
Sesame Place
Six Flags Great Adventure
Splash Zone Water Park Wildwood
First-Aid & CPR Training
Harleysville Area EMS continues to provide community
residents, local businesses, and organizations First-Aid and
CPR classes as well as other exciting and educational
opportunities. For more information, or to schedule a training
class, please contact our Community Outreach Training
Program Director Nicole Smith at 215-513-1880 or by email at
[email protected]
Membership Drive
We would like to thank everyone who became a subscribing
member of our 2015/2016 subscription drive. Look for our
2016/2017 subscription drive to kick off this fall.
Have a wonderful and SAFE summer!
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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About the General Election
Coming This Summer: Adaptive Traffic Signal System
Most of the proposed improvements are software and
communication related; however, some of the physical
improvements that are now in place along the corridors include
video detection cameras, radar dilemma zone detection, battery
backup systems, and new traffic signal controllers.
A
s part of a 2012 grant through the Congestion
Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) Program,
Lower Salford Township has been in the process of
upgrading the traffic signals located along Main
Street (S.R. 0063) and Harleysville Pike (S.R. 0113).
The upgrade includes installing an adaptive traffic
signal system and an automated traffic management
system. The traffic signal system will encompass
ten intersections along these corridors.
The video and radar detection systems provide traffic data to
the system. The detection at each intersection performs two
basic functions: vehicle detection for each approach and data
collection for the system. Based on the current on street demand,
the system will adjust the traffic signal timings to satisfy the
traffic demand at that time, explains Supervisor Keith Bergman.
Traffic adaptive systems revise their timing plans based on
real–time information and actual traffic demand, providing the
best possible timing scheme for each given situation. Adaptive
systems are shown to reduce congestion, decrease delay, reduce
fuel consumption, and reduce emissions, which is a main
objective of the CMAQ grant program.
The battery backup systems are being installed to provide full
traffic signal control in the event of a power outage or
disruption. While not part of the adaptive system, the battery
backup devices are being installed to increase the safety and
reliability of the traffic signals along the corridor.
The automated traffic management system will be monitored
and controlled from the Township Administration Building and
the PennDOT 6-0 Traffic Control Center, providing better
management of traffic flow, quicker response times for
maintenance, and allow for the implementation incident
management.
The General Election is scheduled for November 8, 2016. Lower Salford is divided into six precincts, according to this map:
Polling Place Locations
Key Dates
For More Information
District 1: Covenant Presbyterian
Church, 310 Covenant Lane, Harleysville
October 11: Last day to
REGISTER before the
November election
Montgomery County Voter Registration:
610-278-3280
District 2: Indian Valley Middle School,
130 Maple Avenue, Harleysville
District 3: Lower Salford Township
Building, 379 Main Street, Harleysville
District 4: Encore Experiences,
312 Alumni Avenue, Harleysville
District 5 & 6: Oak Ridge Elementary
School, 465 Moyer Road, Harleysville
November 1: Last day to apply
for a civilian absentee ballot
November 4: Last day for
County Boards of Elections to
receive voted civilian absentee
ballots November 8:
General Election
The project is nearing completion and should be fully
operational by this summer. The project was designed by
McMahon Associates, Inc., serving as the Lower Salford
Township Traffic Engineer, and is being constructed by Armour
and Sons Electric, Inc.
RECYCLING DAY - Saturday, June 4, 9 a.m. to noon
Anything with a Plug
LOCATION: Souderton Area High School, 625 Lower Road
The Townships of Lower Salford, Towamencin, Hatfield and Franconia are proud to offer
residents this opportunity to responsibly recycle obsolete electronics. On-site paper and document
shredding also will be available!
All electronic devices with a plug will be accepted; however, smoke detectors, large appliances,
and projection TVS are excluded.
There will be a $20 fee for television sets and computer monitors, and a $50 fee for wood
console TVS.
BOARD CERTIFIED ORTHODONTIST
215-256-6444
Free Consultation
Most Insurances Accepted
www.teethsostraight.com
444 MAIN STREET
HARLEYSVILLE, PA 19438
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Montgomery County Board of Elections:
610-278-3275
On the web:
voterservices.montcopa.org
All My Children
Child Care &
Learning
Center
Serving the Indian Valley Area
for over 30 years!
114-B Allentown Road, Souderton
215-721-1412
Visit our website:
amclearningcenter.com
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Transportation
provided to & from the
following Elementary
School:
Souderton:
West Broad, Franconia,
EMC, Penview
Christian School,
Sounderton Charter
School
OPEN 6:30AM-6:00PM
Full/Part Time Childcare for all ages
Full Day Licensed Kindergarten
Summer Camp w/ Weekly Field Trips
Security Entry System with Cameras
Before/After School Program - Transportation
Keystone Star 4 Facility
STEPHEN REDDING
Arborist
www.happytreeltd.com
FULLY INSURED • REASONABLE RATES
215-257-7650
126 Reller Road • Green Lane, PA 18054
Tree Service, Landscaping, Plant Health Care
Quality work and integrity in our business dealings
are the hallmarks of Happy Tree.
O Professional arborist services for all large trees including pruning,
shaping, deadwood removal, cabling, bracing, cavity work, storm
damage repair, hazard evaluation, and tree removal.
O Complete landscaping services from design through installation and
maintenance. Design services from our own in-house Registered
Landscape Architect. We grow our own trees and shrubs to ensure
top quality, hardy installations.
O Cutting-edge plant health care treatments, including nutritional
support, feeding, pest control, and treatment of disease.
“SATISFACTION THAT GROWS!”
Lower Salford Township Contact Information
379 Main Street, Harleysville, PA 19438 • www.lowersalfordtownship.org
Township Office: 215-256-8087 • Fax: 215-256-4869 • Office hours: Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Police Department: 215-256-9595 • Police and Fire Emergency: 9-1-1
Supervisors Meetings
The Board of Supervisors meets the first Wednesday of each month at 7:30 p.m.
Informal work sessions are held at 7 a.m. on the day before the regular meeting and the third Wednesday
of each month. At work sessions, staff updates the Board on Township activities. No formal action takes place at these meetings.
Township
Supervisors
Lower Salford Police Department • Emergencies: 911
379 Main St., Harleysville, PA 19438 Office: 215-256-9500 Fax: 215-256-1212
Douglas A. Gifford – Chairman
Douglas Johnson –
Vice Chairman
Police Dispatch: 215-256-9595
[email protected]
Keith A. Bergman
Philip P. Heilman
Christopher R. Canavan
General Township Mailbox
Investigations: Sgt. Cory Moyer
[email protected]
[email protected]
Chief of Police: Thomas A. Medwid
[email protected]
Patrol and Traffic: Sgt. Bill O’Connell
[email protected]
Administrative Assistant:
Sharon McFarland
[email protected]
Police Clerk: Barbara Jansons
[email protected]
General Police Mailbox
[email protected]
Montgomery County Commissioners
Josh Shapiro, Chairman, Valerie Arkoosh, Vice Chairman &
Bruce L. Castor, Jr., Commissioner
Court House, Swede and Airy Streets, Box 311, Norristown, PA 19404
610-278-3000 • web: www.montcopa.org
Pennsylvania Senators in the United States Congress
Our Senator in the PA General Assembly
Senator Bob Mensch (24th District)
56 West Fourth St, Floor 2 (Red Hill Borough Hall), Red Hill, PA 18076
215-541-2388 • fax: 215-541-2387
web: http://senatormensch.com • email: [email protected]
Washington DC Office:
393 Russell Senate Office Building, Washington, DC 20510
202-224-6324; fax: 202-228-0604
web: http://casey.senate.gov
email: linked through website
Our Representative in the Pennsylvania General Assembly
Marcy Toepel (147th District)
1885 Swamp Pike, Suite 107, Gilbertsville, PA 19525
Local Office: 610-323-3299; Fax: 610-323-3289
Harrisburg Office: 717-787-9501; Fax: 717-787-8215
web: http://www.reptoepel.com
email: [email protected]
Senator Pat Toomey
Philadelphia Office:
8 Penn Center1628 John F. Kennedy Blvd., Suite 1702
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Lower Salford Township
379 Main Street
Harleysville, PA 19438
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LOWER SALFORD
TOWNSHIP NEWSLETTER
Township Officials
Douglas A. Gifford
Douglas M. Johnson
Keith A. Bergman
Philip P. Heilman
Christopher R. Canavan
Joseph Czajkowski
Mary L. West
Spring/Summer 2016 • Published by the Board of Supervisors • Founded 1741
Chairman
Vice Chairman
Supervisor
Supervisor
Supervisor
Manager
Assistant Manager
Message From the Chairman
Dear Residents:
I
t is indeed with a heavy heart that I write this. We are all mourning the sudden
death on April 16, 2016 of our Public Works Superintendent Archangelo “Arcky”
DiRocco.
Spring/Summer 2016
Arcky was the ultimate paragon of a public servant, a phrase he used to describe
his job and the standard he lived to for all the years of his service to the Township
starting in 1994. One of the best decisions I was involved in was hiring Arcky, who
always wanted to be a municipal Roadmaster. He even took a pay cut to come work
for us. He earned every cent we paid him and more with his dedicated service.
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If anything needed doing, the first call was always to Arcky, who answered every
call with a smile and willingness to help. We will all miss him.
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The Township employees and all the residents owe a deep sense of gratitude to his
wife Phyllis and his sons Donovan and Damion for sharing him with us these last
22 years. The Township work will continue and it will all get done but not without
thinking of Arcky. When you see your parks being mowed, your streets being
repaved, or the snow being plowed, offer up a prayer or thought for Arcky.
DELICIOUS CATERING
INSIDE THIS ISSUE
HOMEMADE SALADS,
SIDES & ENTREES
Township Contact Information . .2
Douglas Gifford, Chairman
Lower Saflord Board of Supervisors
Coming This Summer . . . . . . . . .3
HOMEMADE BAKERY
Recycling Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Act 537 Update . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
FRESH MARKET
BUFFET
Township 101 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
COFFEE HOUSE
Spotlight on a Volunteer . . . . . . . .5
Spotlight on Briarwick Park . . . . .6
PIZZERIA
Winnie West Retires . . . . . . . . . . .6
Opening Day . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6
OPEN EVERY DAY
7 AM - 11 PM
From the Police Department . . . .7
Stormwater Management
Program in the Township . . . . . . .8
290 MAIN STREET I HARLEYSVILLE I PA I 19438 I 215-256-9533
From the Harleysville Community
Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
Eye on Development . . . . . . . . . .10
REPUBLIC
Heckler Plains Folklife Society/
Lower Salford Historical Society .10
SERVICES
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Tractor Supply Set to Open
Summer Discount Ticket Program4
What is the Park Board . . . . . . . . .5
From the Fire Marshal’s Office . .11
NEW
Online
Payme
nt
Options
From the Ambulance Co. . . . . . .12
About the General Election and
Voting Map . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
T
ractor Supply Co., the
rural lifestyle retail store
chain, will open a new store in
Lower Salford this summer.
Coming
Soon!
July 2016
The Harleysville store is
under construction at 256
Harleysville Pike. It will be the
company's 86th location in
Pennsylvania; Tractor Supply
also has stores in Richland and
Bedminster townships.
The Harleysville Tractor Supply store will be more than 19,000 square feet and
will employ 15 workers. A fenced exterior space will be used for storage and
displaying items such as fencing, sprayers and livestock equipment.
The store is set to be completed in early July.
Visit our website at: www.lowersalfordtownship.org