Summer - Northampton Township

NORTHAMPTON TOWNSHIP
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Richboro, PA18954
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Summer 2015
BUCKS
Summer 2015
trash sChedule for labor day Week: septeMber 6-12
Monday ColleCtion:
No trash/recycling pick up on Labor Day.
Trash, recycling, and one bulk item will be collected on
Tuesday, September 8.
Yard waste will be collected on Wednesday, September 9.
tuesday ColleCtion:
Trash, recycling, and one bulk item will be collected on
Wednesday, September 9.
Yard waste will be collected on Thursday, September 10.
thursday
ColleCtion:
Trash, recycling, and
one bulk item will be
collected on
Friday, September 11.
Yard waste will be collected
on Saturday, September 12.
TOWNSHIP TIDBIT:
Richboro’s Addisville Reformed Church Graveyard is home to the
grave of Henry Wynkoop. Wynkoop was a Pennsylvania
representative to the Continental Congress as well as a U.S.
representative to the First United States Congress.
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C O U N T Y,
Northampton Township Recognized as a
Certified Sustainable Municipality
Inside This Issue
Northampton is a Certified
Sustainable Municipality ............2
Fire Marshal’s Office ..................3
Building & Codes ......................3
Ordinance Corner ......................3
Police Department ....................4
Memories of the Northampton
Police Department ..................5-6
Tax Collector ..............................6
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Hello Everyone,
orthampton Township is among a select group of high performing municipalities to
become certified through the Sustainable Pennsylvania Community Certification
Program. The Township is recognized at the silver level of certification for meeting the
program’s rigorous performance criteria which tracks 131 policies and practices that define
a sustainable community. More information can be found in this issue.
Also in this issue is information about our Parks and Recreation summer programs,
historical information about the Police Department, an outline on the Township’s
ordinances on littering, and much more! We hope you enjoy this issue of the newsletter,
and if you have any follow up questions please contact the Township at 215-357-6800.
Northampton Free Library..........7
All the best,
Parks & Recreation ..............8-10
Barry Moore, Chairman
Reporting Illegal
Dumping and Littering........11-12
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
Senior Center ..........................13
Be Prepared for an Emergency ..14
Trash Schedule for
Labor Day Week ........Back Cover
Barry Moore
Chairman
Larry Weinstein
Vice-Chairman
Eileen Silver
secretary
Dr. Kimberly Rose
treasurer
administration building holiday Closing
George F. Komelasky
Member
The Northampton Township Administration Building will be closed on:
Monday, September 7 for Labor Day
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Northampton Township Recognized as a Certified Sustainable Municipality
orthampton Township announced today it is among a
select group of high performing municipalities to
become certified through the Sustainable Pennsylvania
Community Certification Program. Northampton Township
is recognized at the silver level of certification for meeting
the program’s rigorous performance criteria which tracks 131
policies and practices that define a sustainable community.
The Sustainable Pennsylvania Community Certification,
administered by the Pennsylvania Municipal League in
partnership with Sustainable Pittsburgh, is designed for
municipalities that are working to save money, conserve
resources, and serve vibrant communities. Originally deployed in Southwestern
Pennsylvania by Sustainable Pittsburgh, the certification has gone state-wide, recognizing
small, medium, and large municipalities across the Commonwealth. The Pennsylvania
Municipal League and Sustainable Pittsburgh applaud municipalities for their demonstrated
commitment and sustainability performance.
In earning the silver certification, Northampton Township is acknowledged for its progress in addressing such areas as community
design and land use, energy efficiency, health and wellness, blight mitigation, intergovernmental cooperation, recycling and waste
reduction, fiscal controls, and internal management and operations. Details regarding how Northampton Township is addressing these
areas can be found on the certification program’s website: www.sustainablepacommunitycertification.org.
“Northampton Township is proud to be recognized as a Silver Certified Community by
the Sustainable Pennsylvania Community Certification Program,” said Board Chairman
Barry Moore. “Northampton Township has a long history of saving taxpayer dollars, using
resources efficiently, and applying the best practices in municipal government and
community development. We are pleased to be recognized and be part of the regional
community of good government.”
“We are delighted to see Northampton Township distinguished among local
governments that are leading the way in applying sustainability to both their operations
and management as well as within the community,” said Rich Scheuttler, Executive Director
of the Pennsylvania Municipal League.
The Certified Community by the Sustainable Pennsylvania Community Certification is
intended to bring recognition to municipalities that apply the policy and practice of
sustainability as their way of operating in order to advance community prosperity. It also
serves as a mechanism for sharing best practices for creating a more sustainable
Pennsylvania.
“Municipalities that earn the Sustainable Pennsylvania Community Certification are
standouts in demonstrating adherence to best practices that elevate them as communities
of choice to live, work, and play. Commitment to continuous improvement is at the heart
of sustainability and the certification program is a means to accelerate municipal
performance,” said Court Gould, the Executive Director of Sustainable Pittsburgh.
Details about Northampton Township’s certification performance can be found by linking to
www.sustainablepacommunitycertification.org.
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Fire Marshal’s Office
A BURNING ISSUE
The Office of the Fire Marshal receives a lot of
inquiries regarding the Township’s burning
regulations, and we have provided this summary to
provide clarity. In 1990, the Northampton Township
Board of Supervisors enacted regulations which
prohibit the burning of leaves, brush, trash,
rubbish, and other debris in Northampton
Township. As per the state’s Department of
Environmental Protection regulations, Burning
Permits that were previously issued to properties
of five acres or larger are no longer issued. With the
proliferation of backyard fire places offered for sale
at home centers, residents commonly ask the same
question: are they legal in Northampton Township?
While the answer is “yes,” a word of caution is
advised. The ordinance allows for outdoor burning
Building & Codes
in conjunction with the normal heating or cooking
requirements in a single family home, but there are
limitations. Fire pits and the like, as with any open
flame, should only be used in accordance with their
manufacturer’s instructions and common sense.
Please note that, unlike home fireplaces, these
units discharge smoke at ground level. They are
also commonly used at the time of year when your
neighbors may be outside or have their windows
open, so please be considerate. Any backyard fire
deemed to be a nuisance will be extinguished.
These units, as with backyard campfires, must be
constantly attended so that passersby will not
unnecessarily call the fire department. Additional
information is available by contacting the office of
the Fire Marshal at 215-357-6800.
In follow-up to last month’s articles,
we received numerous inquiries in
reference to Pennsylvania One Calls.
The questions were primarily about
right-of-way and easements.
In most residential developments,
the right-of-way extends 10 feet
beyond the curb. The right-of-way
width could be greater on major roads.
This area is not private property, but
rather public property that is
specifically reserved for utilities, sewer lines, cable wires, etc. In
the case of a residential development with a 10 foot right-of-way,
you will notice that if you get a survey of your property, the
property line will start 10 feet back from the curb.
In addition, there are often easements that run through private
property to carry utilities as well. They are often along the
boundaries of your property, but can be located anywhere. They
can carry stormwater pipe, sanitary sewer lines, or are reserved
for other purposes. When you are installing a pool, for example,
part of the permit process involves a survey to make sure that the
pool is not in an easement. If a stormwater pipe in an easement
needed to be repaired, imagine the challenge if a pool were
constructed in the area of the repair.
In follow-up to our last issue, the permit process and a
Pennsylvania One Call (dialing 8-1-1) prior to digging are vital to
any construction project. They are essential not only for safety,
but also to ensure the proper location of structures on your lot.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact the Building and
Codes Department at 215-355-3883.
Ordinance Corner
Our full Code of Ordinances can be found at http://www.keystatepub.com/.
Chapter 6: Conduct – part 1: littering – §6-142. Violations and penalties.
“Any person, firm or corporation who shall violate any provision of this Part, upon conviction thereof
in an action brought before a magisterial district judge in the manner provided for the enforcement
of summary offenses under the Pennsylvania Rules of Criminal Procedure, shall be sentenced to pay
a fine of not more than $1,000 plus costs and, in default of payment of said fine and costs, to a term
of imprisonment not to exceed 90 days. Each day that a violation of this Part continues or each Section
of this Part which shall be found to have been violated shall constitute a separate offense.”
This ordinance, last updated in 2012, addresses the penalties for all violations related to littering.
Individuals are prohibited from littering, throwing litter from vehicles, and sweeping litter into gutters, sewers, streets, or sidewalks
in the Township. Owners of any property, whether residential or commercial, are responsible for maintaining litter-free premises.
The Code Enforcement Department and Police Department will enforce penalties to violators of these policies, and fines can
range up to $1,000 plus costs per incident or day of any infraction.
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If you use sites like Craig’s List to
purchase items and exchange money,
why don’t you use the police station as
your safe meeting place? Our police
department is open 24 hours a day, 7 days
per week. I can tell you it’s the safest place
in town.
SEAT BELTS SAVE LIVES
The seat belt usage rate in
Pennsylvania was at 84% in 2014,
which ranks us among the highest. If
we can improve this rate just a little, it
can have a huge impact: statistics show
that for every one percent increase in
seat belt usage, eight to twelve lives can
be saved annually.
NORTHAMPTON
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OFFICER IMRAN RAZA
Officer Imran Raza joined our
department on March 25, 2015. He
is a graduate of Central Bucks High
School South and has an associate’s
degree in Criminal Justice from
Bucks County Community College.
He graduated from the Montgomery
County Municipal Police Training
Academy in 2014. Officer Raza is
currently in the Field Training
Program and when completed will
be assigned to the Uniform Patrol
Division.
SUMMER VACATION TIPS
FOR YOUR HOME
Many Northampton residents travel during the
summer. We hope you and your families have a great
time if you go on vacation, and we provided the
following list of tips to keep your home safe while you
are away:
1. In the summer time have your lawn wellmaintained.
2. Place all outside articles inside for storage.
3. Stop all deliveries of the mail and newspapers.
4. Notify the police of your absence and when you
will return. Also a number where you can be
contacted in case of an emergency.
5. Don’t discuss your absence in public, especially
on the social media sites like Facebook.
6. Use a timer on the lights inside and outside of
your residence.
7. Arrange for your neighbors to park their vehicle
in your driveway.
8. Make sure that your valuables are stored in a
vault or a safe deposit box.
T OWNSHIP T IDBIT:
For much of its history, Northampton Township was predominantly a
farming community settled near mills and crossroads. The villages
began to grow in the late 1800s as farmers decided to retire and
build homes and store fronts “in town.”
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Memories of the Northampton Police Department
*Last summer's issue detailed the history of our police department.
This addition is to extend details to create a better sense of the
memories that went into process of transitioning into today's
department.
T
he population of Northampton Township in 1960 was 6,006 and
just ten years later it was 15,807. Northampton, which was once
a rural community of farms, was very quickly becoming developed.
It was a department in transition.
The Northampton Township Police force around 1964
under the command of Chief Jack Frey.
Mascot the
rooster, a
frequent early
morning
visitor, would
sneak in
through an
open window
at the police
headquarters,
and perch
itself on the
Chief’s desk.
The Northampton Township Police force in 1970 under
the command of Chief Anthony Fergione.
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During the first half of the twentieth century the Northampton
Township police department operated as a part-time, volunteer
force under the command of Chief Jack Frey. Northampton’s first
police station operated from Chief Frey’s property, located at the
intersection of Second Street Pike and Bustleton Pike, which
coincidentally was the location of one of the first stop signs in the
Township. The location was ideal for the Chief who, partnered with
his wife, could watch for violators with a pair of binoculars from their
ranch house, located on what would later become part of the Davis
Pontiac property. At the rear of the property was Chief Frey’s’
Machine Shop, in which he set aside a small storage room in the
front as the first Township police headquarters. One Halloween,
pranksters placed an outhouse on the triangular median at the
intersection and painted a sign on the structure that read, “CHIEF’S
OFFICE.” This became a time-honored tradition with outhouses
often being painted blue. When outhouses became scarce,
construction potties took their place until local builders complained.
Around the time the Northampton Township police department
became a full-time law enforcement agency in 1964, the police
headquarters was moved into a shared two-story Township building
formerly located near the Spread Eagle Inn a short distance from the
intersection of Newtown-Richboro Road and Second Street Pike. At
this time, the police force had grown to four officers and had been
taken over by a new Chief, Anthony Fergione. In 1972, the Township
was divided into three districts, each having their own car. Sergeant
Charles “Chuck” Quaste recalls that when he first joined the force
the entrance to the police headquarters building was similar in
appearance to a guard shack, and it contained a pay phone which
was used on weekends to call the main Bucks County police radio
room in Doylestown for police assistance. On weekdays, a secretary
would dispatch calls and take complaints from residents from a small
interior booth. Adjacent to the secretary’s booth was a small cubicle
for the Lieutenant. Behind the Lieutenant’s cubicle was the Chiefs
office, which was painted police blue and appropriately named the
Blue Room. There were also two small rooms on the second floor,
one for the Sergeant and another used as the Detective’s Office.
With Northampton still being a farming community, the Chief was
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By the mid-1970s, with the extensive
population increase, the Township employed
roughly a dozen officers. Once again it was
time to find a new home for the Township’s
ever expanding police force. In 1976, the
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radio room, on present-day Township Road.
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The Northampton Township
Police force in 1976 under the
command of Chief William
Feeny posing in front of the
newly
completed
police
headquarters on Township
Road.
Over its 50-year history, the police
department has added to its ranks many fine
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A view inside the radio
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shortly after it was
completed in 1976.
TAX COLLECTOR - BOB BORKOWSKI
here are some tips on paying your Council rock school district real estate school tax and
occupation/per Capita bills that will be mailed on July 1, 2015:
*If you do not receive these tax bills within the first 2 weeks of July, please e-mail me at
[email protected] and I will electronically send you a copy.
• School Real Estate and Residential Occupational taxes need to be paid on separate checks.
• If you have an escrow account you should forward your School Real Estate Bills to your mortgage
company for payment.
• Any changes to the residential occupational tax bills (retired, student, unemployed, etc.) need to be made with the Council Rock
School District Tax Department at 215-944-1090. Every resident 18 years and older are responsible for this tax.
• If you chose the installment option, the due dates are as follows:
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8/31 for 1st installment
10/15 for 2nd installment
11/30 for 3rd installment
• The installment coupons are already included on your tax bill (pink boxes). No other reminders will be mailed for installments.
For expediency and safety reasons when paying in person, cash will no longer be accepted. Pay by check or money order. To expedite
service when paying in person, if you do not have your bill, please call ahead at 215-357-1343 so we can have it ready for you. Also,
please have your check prepared as not to delay your time or the time of others.
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Free Library of Northampton Township
Children’s Programs: Register by Calling 215-357-3050
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Story Programs
LIVE
ENTERTAINMENT
little heroes book buddies
steve pullara
Thursday, July 23 @ 7 PM
All ages.
Steve Pullara is a recording artist,
songwriter and Grammy Award
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musical roots go deep within many
cultural traditions. Come enjoy Steve's
unique blend of drawing,
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entertainment.
two of a kind
Thursday, August 20
@ 3 PM
Family/preschool.
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Their
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participation and varied musical styles,
all with a sense of humor and fun.
Wednesdays, July 1 – august 5
(no class July 15) @ 2:30 pM
PreK-K.
Our little readers will be paired with a teen
volunteer to share stories and make crafts.
every dog loves a
story!
Mondays July 6 –
August 3 @ 1 PM
Grades 1-5.
Come on in and read to the Nor'wester Therapy
dogs! Sit and relax with our furry friends!
Get Graphic!
thursdays July 16 & august 6 from 7 – 8 pM
For grades 6-8.
Astronaut Academy by Dave Roman and Bad
Machinery Volume 1 by John Allison Book
discussion for teens combining graphic novels
and technology! Snacks will be served.Bring
your own portable device if you have one. Sign
up at the library to receive your free book!
every hero has a story! * 2015 summer reading Club!
Come to the library to pick up a reading log and a small gift.
Record how many minutes you read.
Return to the library each week to be entered into a weekly raffle.
All who sign up and return for 1 week will be entered in a raffle to win a Kindle!
saVe the date
Fred Miller returns with another fun and informative lecture-in-song on Saturday October
10th with the music of “Heartland Troubadours: Hoagy Carmichael & Meredith Wilson.”
a Century of sinatra
Monuments and Memorials of philadelphia
Saturday, August 8 @ 2 PM
Allan Heller, an accomplished photographer, leads a photographic journey
through Philadelphia. From Rhittenhouse Square to Independence Mall
and everything in between, the audience learns Philadelphia’s history
through its architectural monuments and remembrances.
Thursday, August 20 @ 7 PM
Don’t know the first thing about home repair? Beth Allen of “HIP Chicks”
is back for an encore of this workshop that is geared toward ladies taking
on home improvement projects (but guys are welcome to learn too). Hip
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sMash! poW! baM!
bulletin board activities
July 22 – august 8
All Ages
Visit the library and complete a bi-weekly bulletin board
activity to receive a prize. Test your super skills and
complete a different task every other week.
summer lego Club
Saturdays July 25 & August 22 @ 12-2 PM
All Ages.
Build your own super creations with our Lego’s. Bring
the family! * No registration necessary.
superhero academy
tuesdays July 21 – July 28 @ 4 PM
For grades 1-3.
Are you a true Superhero? Join our
academy to put your skills to the test!
July 21 – super skills training
July 28 – superhero Graduation party
4-h knitting
Mondays July 6 – August 10 @ 3 - 4 PM
For Ages 11-14. We’ll supply the yarn and needles and
you can learn to knit.
teen film Camp
August 3 – August 7
@ 12:15 - 4 PM
For Grades 7 - 10.
This camp is a “reel”
opportunity for the beginner filmmaker! Introduction to
writing, editing, and directing films. A short film will be
made and presented to families and friends on Friday.
*Registration begins July 6
Programs
Thursday, July 16 @ 7 PM
Celebrate the 100th year anniversary of Frank Sinatra’s birth with a
musical tribute by gifted singer/songwriter Dave DeLuca. Come fly away
with Ol’ Blue Eyes and hear how Sinatra changed American Music history.
home repair Made easy
Special Programs
Chick Beth will give advice on how to shop for materials, ask the right
questions, and tackle those home repairs on your own!!
babe
Saturday, September 12 @ 2 PM
The incomparable Linda Kenyon returns with another fabulous
performance. Based on the book The Greatest Ever: Babe Didrikson
Zaharias Story by Maribeth Theroux, Linda’s performance illuminates
Babe’s life as the best American female athlete during an age when girls
competing in sports was revolutionary. Babe’s cancer diagnosis made her
revolutionary again as she was determined to help others by going public
with her brave fight and becoming a spokesperson for the American
Cancer Society. A gem of a performance.
Creative Cuisine
Thursday, September 17 @ 7 PM
Chef Kristi conducts a food talk focusing on fall ingredients, recipes, and
procedures. Come hungry – there will be samples!
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Langhorne Rod & Gun Club Thanks the Township Management,
Police, Fire, First Responders and Public Works for Making
Northampton Township a Great Place to Live!
Langhorne Rod and Gun Club Inc
251 Stoneyford Road, Holland PA 18966 • (215) 968-4202
INDEPENDENT RETIREMENT PLANNERS, LLC
Kindly Provide Me the Opportunity to Assist in
PROTECTING YOUR FINANCIAL FUTURE
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g
Retirement & Estate
Planning
Investments
Business Retirement Plans
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Health Insurance
Planning for Families
and Young Adults
Life Insurance
CALL NOW FOR A COMPLIMENTARY INITIAL CONSULTATION
Kenneth J. Higginbotham, MBA
A Family Owned Business Serving the Northampton Community Since 1984
130 Almshouse Road, Suite 201B • Richboro, PA 18954
215-357-0911 • www.irp-llc.net
Registered Representative of the O.N. Equity Sales Company, Member FINRA/SIPC, One Financial Way, Cincinnati, Ohio 45242,
(513) 794-6794, Investment Advisory Services Offered through O.N. Investment Management Company.
16
Parks & Recreation
NTPR 2015 AMUSEMENT PARK TICKETS
Various discount tickets are available to the community year round. They make great gifts!
Purchase your tickets early as supplies may be limited and prices are subject to change.
Tickets are available at the Administration Building, 55 Township Road, Richbobo.
Payment by cash, credit card (Visa, Master Card and Discover), or check (Northampton
Township residents ONLY) Call Parks & Rec for more information 215-357-6800 ext. 249.
10% OFF ANY INITIAL SERVICE
OR TERMITE SERVICE
with this ad. Exp. 9/30/15
SAFE-GUARD
TERMITE AND PEST CONTROL
*FAMILY OWNED SINCE 1992*
194 SOUTH CANAL ST.
215-493-7770 office
[email protected]
YARDLEY, PA 19067
• Digital Copiers
• Facsimile
• Scanning
• Printers
• Job Site Rentals
• Plotters
• Document Mgmt.
• Shredders
• Wide Format
• Color Copiers
• Network Installation
& Support
Contact: Bob Nieradka • [email protected]
267-803-1900 Ext. 314
17 RICHARD ROAD
•
267-803-1910 Fax
IVYLAND, PA 18974
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Northampton Township Parks and Recreation
ESH
MEN
AVA
T
I
Proc LABLE S
ion 2015 SIGHTS & SOUNDS OF SUMMER
s
s
mi E!
Concerts & more!
Ad FRE
s
at the Municipal Park, unless otherwise indicated.
i
Thursday, July 16 ~ NORTHAMPTON’S GOT
TALENT ~ enjoy the local talent of our own
Northampton children. Always a crowd pleaser! Visit
P&R web for details on how you can be a contestant.
Thursday, July 23 ~ DUELING PIANOS ~
entertaining, interactive, energetic fun!
the N eeds ben
efit
ort
Lion hampto
n
s Clu
b.
Thursday, July 30 ~ THE MANGO MEN ~ music from
the Boardwalk to Key West - an end of the Series party
that gets bigger and better every year!
Thursday, August 6 * 6:30 PM ~ SEUSSICAL THE
MUSICAL ~ the Once Upon a Time Players will
perform this Dr. Seuss inspired, family-friendly
favorite!
Starts at 7:00 PM unless indicated*
Seussical, will begin 6:30PM.
Held RAIN or SHINE! ALL inclement weather locations: Maureen M. Welch School Gym- off New Rd, Churchville.
Bring a lawn chair or blanket as seating is on the ground.
For details visit: northamptonrec.com
Thank you to the many businesses that support the Sights and Sounds Series. Northampton Twp. Lions Club • TD Bank.
Interested in becoming a Sponsor ? Call 215-357-6800 ext. 256
Need a place to cool off? It’s not too late!
August Only Membership now available
at Northampton Swim Club
family size
single
(age 14 & over)
resident
non-resident
family of 3
$210
$270
$235
family of 2
AUGUST HOURS -- Monday thru Friday only,
NO WEEKEND SWIMMING
August 1 - August 14, 12 to 8 PM,
August 17 - August 28, 12 to 7 PM
family of 4
To sign up or for more information, call the Parks & Rec
Office at 215-357-6800 or stop by or call the Swim Club located
at Northampton Valley Country Club, 301 Newtown Richboro
Road (at Harmony Drive), Richboro, PA, 215-942-2180.
each additional
Member
senior single
(age 62 & over)
senior Couple
(both 62 & over)
$115
$310
$25
$140
$295
$335
$25
$70
$95
$115
$140
NORTHAMPTON TOWNSHIP PRESCHOOL POTPOURRI
(Ages 3-5) Limited Availability
An enjoyable combination of free time exploration and organized activities. Hands-on experiences introduce and
reinforce recognition of numbers, letters, shapes, colors and self-awareness at an age appropriate level.
Your child will learn, grow and play
in a warm and caring environment.
Preschool Potpourri has been the
preschool of choice by many
Northampton Township
families.
aGe
3
date
tuesday and thursday
Be Prepared for An Emergency
T
he likelihood that you and your family will survive a house fire depends on having a working smoke detector and an exit strategy.
The same is true for surviving other emergencies. Plan on having the tools and plans in place if disaster should strike.
Get a Kit of Emergency Supplies:
• Water, one gallon per person per day
• Food, at least a three-day supply of
non-perishable food
• Battery-powered radio and extra
batteries
• Flashlight and extra batteries
• First aid kit
• Whistle to signal for help
• Filter mask or cotton t-shirt to filter air
• Moist towelettes for sanitation
• Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities
• Manual can opener
• Plastic sheeting and duct tape
• Garbage bags and plastic ties
• Unique family needs, such as daily
prescription medications, infant
formula, important family documents
MAKE A PLAN
FOR WHAT YOU
WILL DO IN AN
EMERGENCY.
Thank You
Northampton Township would like to thank the businesses
that appear in this newsletter and to recognize them each
as supporters and cornerstones of our community. For it is
with their contributions that this newsletter has been
produced at no charge to our residents.
James M. Saracino
Christopher Ledes
170 S. Main Street, Yardley, PA 19067
650 Durham Road, Wrightstown, PA 18940
215-598-7750
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9:30 am – 12:00 noon
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9:30 am – 12:00 noon
Call Barbra Primavera at 215-357-5396 x13 to learn more and schedule a visit!
Bring This Ad and Receive One FREE Week of Training AND $20 OFF Your First Massage
9
14
James E. Kinney Senior Center
The weather may be getting warmer, but it’s definitely cool, comfortable
and fun at the James E. Kinney Senior Center.
Parks & Recreation ~ 2015 Specialty Camps
THERE IS SO MUCH WAITING FOR YOU AT THE CENTER
LOCATED AT THE CORNER OF
TOWNSHIP & UPPER HOLLAND RDS.
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
ART CLASSES
EXERCISE CLASSES
BOCCE
CARDS
PING PONG
BILLIARDS
GOLF
BOOK CLUB
BINGO
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
MAH JONGG
SCRABBLE
CANASTA
YOGA
SING-A-LONG GROUP
MUSIC LESSONS
PARTIES
DINNERS
WORKSHOPS
& GREAT PEOPLE TO MEET!
A new membership year begins July 1, so it’s a terrific time to join the center.
Membership dues are $20 a year!
PLAN YOUR NEXT PARTY OR EVENT AT:
northaMpton toWnship
JaMes e. kinney senior Center
Bright, Beautiful 3000 Sq Ft. Party & Meeting Rooms at Reasonable Rates
Customized Packages Available
4 Catering Kitchen
4 Tables & Chairs Provided
4 Retractable Partitions
4 Separate Rental Entrance
4 Maintenance Supervisor on Site
Northampton Township James E. Kinney Senior Center
165 Township Road, Richboro ~ Call the Center Manager at: 215-357-8199
13
Is your summer too busy for a camp that runs all summer long? Is your child hard to please when it comes to finding a summer
activity? Or maybe your child just needs something to do in between school and camp? Northampton Township Parks and
Recreation’s one week specialty camps are the perfect solution!
With everything from Multi Sport Camp to Musical Theater Camp and Basketball Camp to Cooking Camp, there is bound to be
something to spark the imagination and interest of your child!
See the grids below for the right fit for YOUR camper! Join us this summer…..Camp is our specialty!
hurry! Camps fill fast!
Visit www.northamptonrec.com for further information and to register today.
ages
dates
time
7 – 14
Various
Weeks All
Summer
days
M – Th
9 AM –
Noon
5–9
7/13 – 7/16
M – Th
10 – 14
7/13 – 7/16
M – Th
0–1
7/17 – 8/14
Fridays
1–3
7/17 – 8/14
Fridays
6 – 14
7/20 – 7/24
M–F
10 – 14
8/10 – 8/14
M–F
4–7
8/17 – 8/21
M–F
8 – 12
8/17 – 8/21
M–F
8 – 12
8/17 – 8/21
M–F
4 – 11
8/17 – 8/21
M–F
6–8
8/24 – 8/28
M–F
7 – 12
8/24 – 8/28
M–F
7 – 12
8/24 – 8/28
M–F
*FEES REFLECTED ARE ERS FEES.
specialty Camp
location
fee*
Tennis
Recreation Center
Tennis Courts
$155
Little Chefs Beginner Holland Middle School
Cooking
Home Ec Room
Chocolate, Chocolate and Holland Middle School
1 - 3 PM
More Chocolate
Home Ec Room
10 AM Noon
9:30 10:15 AM
10:30 11:15 AM
9 AM - 4
PM
Richboro Elem School
$62
2026
Richboro Elem School
$62
2027
Young Actor’s Guild Aladdin KIDS
Richboro Middle
School Auditorium
$275
1960
Space Pioneers:
Programming
$275
1961
Recreation Center
$199
2012
Software Engineering:
Scratch Video Sensing
Recreation Center
$199
2013
Recreation Center
$199
2014
Recreation Center
$162
1867
Recreation Center
$100
1872
Recreation Center
$174
1868
Recreation Center
$174
1869
Music with Ms. Kathy
Boppin’ Babies
Music with Ms. Kathy
Musical Munchkins
9 AM Noon
Out of This World
Adventure Camp
10 AM Noon
9 AM Noon
2034
2035
Young Actor’s Guild Once on This Island, Jr
12:30 –
3:30 PM
Depends on
Week
Weeks offered
beginning 6/22
$175
9 AM - 4
PM
9 AM Noon
$175
Class #
Wacky Chemistry Camp
Team Trottie
Basketball Camp
Sciensational Workshops
9 AM Chemical, Magical
Noon
Microscope
12:45 – Sciensational Workshops
3:45 PM
Follow Me Robot
Welch Elem
Cafetorium
10
Administration
Therefore, all of us play a role in curbing these
problems. One way you can help: When you see
someone littering or dumping items where they
shouldn’t, report the incident to the proper authorities.
Pay attention to the details
Any improper disposal of trash — littering or illegal
dumping — is against the law, and violators can be
prosecuted. Many residents, though, are uncertain
about what to do when they observe this illegal activity.
Most important, if you observe someone littering or
dumping, DO NOT APPROACH the suspect. Instead,
get details and descriptions of the incident and turn
them over to an enforcement agency as soon as
possible. Helpful information includes:
Caught in the Act
Protect Our Community by Reporting
Illegal Dumping and Littering
Make no mistake: Littering and illegal dumping
are against the law. There are, however, subtle
differences between the two.
Litter is primarily small items that have been
scattered, including paper, food and beverage
containers, convenience products, newspapers, and
cardboard. Littering can be intentional or accidental.
For instance, some trash found along the road —
items blown from yards and vehicles or debris left
over from accidents — is the result of an
unintentional act.
Illegal dumping, on the other hand, is always
intentional and done for many reasons: convenience,
ignorance, habit, profit, or to hide other illegal
activities. Illegal dumping often involves large items
or large quantities of small items, such as appliances,
tires, bags of household trash, furniture, and
construction and demolition debris.
Despite their differences, litter and illegally
dumped items are costly and time-consuming to
clean up. Both also pose significant threats to the
environment and to the health and safety of humans,
animals, and the communities they live in.
11
• The license plate number and description of the
vehicle involved (make, model, year, and
condition).
• Number of people involved, along with
descriptions.
• Date and time of incident.
• Direction of travel, if you witnessed a littering
incident, and type of litter thrown from the vehicle.
• Location and directions to the site of an illegal
dump and the name of the property owner, if
known.
• Your name and telephone number.
If a vehicle is involved, the owner is responsible for
any trash that has been dropped, thrown, or deposited
regardless of who committed the offense. The vehicle
license number may be all that you need to report after
witnessing a littering incident. However, the more
information you provide, the stronger the case will be.
2015 GREAT AMERICAN CLEANUP
Everyone wants to live, work, and play in a clean
and green community. Therefore, it’s up to everyone
to make it possible.
Pennsylvanians across the state recently
participated in the 2015 Great American Cleanup
of PA. During the event, groups cleaned up litter and
trash along roadsides, streams, parks, forests and
neighborhoods. Communities held recycling events
for hard-to-dispose-of items, such as tires and
appliances, creating or enhancing green areas by
planting plants, bulbs, and trees, removing or
painting over graffiti that devalues neighborhoods,
and sponsoring other activities that help beautify
hometowns.
Community and civic associations, schools and
youth groups, families and friends, business
employees, hunting and fishing clubs, conservation
organizations, sports teams, and participated in the
event.
For more information, visit gacofpa.org or call
Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful’s toll-free hotline at
(877) 772-3673, Ext. 113.
The vehicle license number may be all that you
need to report after witnessing a littering
incident. However, the more information you
provide, the stronger the case will be.
Who to call
When someone litters or dumps trash illegally, it
devalues our community and threatens the
environment. You can help stop this costly
problem by reporting such incidents to the
township and other authorities.
When reporting littering or illegal dumping, always start
at the local level. Your township officials, for example, are
familiar with properties and residents and will be able to
respond quickly or point you to the correct authority, which
may include the following:
• The Pennsylvania State Police, who have jurisdiction if
the violation occurs on a state road or on public or
private land that does not fall under the jurisdiction of
local police.
• The Pa. Department of Environmental Protection,
which responds to complaints of illegal dumping on
public or private property. The agency does not respond
to litter complaints.
• The Pa. Department of Conservation and Natural
Resources, Bureau of Forestry, which responds to
complaints of littering or dumping in state forests and
parks.
• The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Com-mission, which
oversees the commonwealth’s surface waters,
particularly trout streams.
• The Pennsylvania Game Commission, which should be
contacted for littering or dumping incidents on state
game lands or on private property that is open to
hunting.
Note: Information courtesy of Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful.
12
Administration
Therefore, all of us play a role in curbing these
problems. One way you can help: When you see
someone littering or dumping items where they
shouldn’t, report the incident to the proper authorities.
Pay attention to the details
Any improper disposal of trash — littering or illegal
dumping — is against the law, and violators can be
prosecuted. Many residents, though, are uncertain
about what to do when they observe this illegal activity.
Most important, if you observe someone littering or
dumping, DO NOT APPROACH the suspect. Instead,
get details and descriptions of the incident and turn
them over to an enforcement agency as soon as
possible. Helpful information includes:
Caught in the Act
Protect Our Community by Reporting
Illegal Dumping and Littering
Make no mistake: Littering and illegal dumping
are against the law. There are, however, subtle
differences between the two.
Litter is primarily small items that have been
scattered, including paper, food and beverage
containers, convenience products, newspapers, and
cardboard. Littering can be intentional or accidental.
For instance, some trash found along the road —
items blown from yards and vehicles or debris left
over from accidents — is the result of an
unintentional act.
Illegal dumping, on the other hand, is always
intentional and done for many reasons: convenience,
ignorance, habit, profit, or to hide other illegal
activities. Illegal dumping often involves large items
or large quantities of small items, such as appliances,
tires, bags of household trash, furniture, and
construction and demolition debris.
Despite their differences, litter and illegally
dumped items are costly and time-consuming to
clean up. Both also pose significant threats to the
environment and to the health and safety of humans,
animals, and the communities they live in.
11
• The license plate number and description of the
vehicle involved (make, model, year, and
condition).
• Number of people involved, along with
descriptions.
• Date and time of incident.
• Direction of travel, if you witnessed a littering
incident, and type of litter thrown from the vehicle.
• Location and directions to the site of an illegal
dump and the name of the property owner, if
known.
• Your name and telephone number.
If a vehicle is involved, the owner is responsible for
any trash that has been dropped, thrown, or deposited
regardless of who committed the offense. The vehicle
license number may be all that you need to report after
witnessing a littering incident. However, the more
information you provide, the stronger the case will be.
2015 GREAT AMERICAN CLEANUP
Everyone wants to live, work, and play in a clean
and green community. Therefore, it’s up to everyone
to make it possible.
Pennsylvanians across the state recently
participated in the 2015 Great American Cleanup
of PA. During the event, groups cleaned up litter and
trash along roadsides, streams, parks, forests and
neighborhoods. Communities held recycling events
for hard-to-dispose-of items, such as tires and
appliances, creating or enhancing green areas by
planting plants, bulbs, and trees, removing or
painting over graffiti that devalues neighborhoods,
and sponsoring other activities that help beautify
hometowns.
Community and civic associations, schools and
youth groups, families and friends, business
employees, hunting and fishing clubs, conservation
organizations, sports teams, and participated in the
event.
For more information, visit gacofpa.org or call
Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful’s toll-free hotline at
(877) 772-3673, Ext. 113.
The vehicle license number may be all that you
need to report after witnessing a littering
incident. However, the more information you
provide, the stronger the case will be.
Who to call
When someone litters or dumps trash illegally, it
devalues our community and threatens the
environment. You can help stop this costly
problem by reporting such incidents to the
township and other authorities.
When reporting littering or illegal dumping, always start
at the local level. Your township officials, for example, are
familiar with properties and residents and will be able to
respond quickly or point you to the correct authority, which
may include the following:
• The Pennsylvania State Police, who have jurisdiction if
the violation occurs on a state road or on public or
private land that does not fall under the jurisdiction of
local police.
• The Pa. Department of Environmental Protection,
which responds to complaints of illegal dumping on
public or private property. The agency does not respond
to litter complaints.
• The Pa. Department of Conservation and Natural
Resources, Bureau of Forestry, which responds to
complaints of littering or dumping in state forests and
parks.
• The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Com-mission, which
oversees the commonwealth’s surface waters,
particularly trout streams.
• The Pennsylvania Game Commission, which should be
contacted for littering or dumping incidents on state
game lands or on private property that is open to
hunting.
Note: Information courtesy of Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful.
12
James E. Kinney Senior Center
The weather may be getting warmer, but it’s definitely cool, comfortable
and fun at the James E. Kinney Senior Center.
Parks & Recreation ~ 2015 Specialty Camps
THERE IS SO MUCH WAITING FOR YOU AT THE CENTER
LOCATED AT THE CORNER OF
TOWNSHIP & UPPER HOLLAND RDS.
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
ART CLASSES
EXERCISE CLASSES
BOCCE
CARDS
PING PONG
BILLIARDS
GOLF
BOOK CLUB
BINGO
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
MAH JONGG
SCRABBLE
CANASTA
YOGA
SING-A-LONG GROUP
MUSIC LESSONS
PARTIES
DINNERS
WORKSHOPS
& GREAT PEOPLE TO MEET!
A new membership year begins July 1, so it’s a terrific time to join the center.
Membership dues are $20 a year!
PLAN YOUR NEXT PARTY OR EVENT AT:
northaMpton toWnship
JaMes e. kinney senior Center
Bright, Beautiful 3000 Sq Ft. Party & Meeting Rooms at Reasonable Rates
Customized Packages Available
4 Catering Kitchen
4 Tables & Chairs Provided
4 Retractable Partitions
4 Separate Rental Entrance
4 Maintenance Supervisor on Site
Northampton Township James E. Kinney Senior Center
165 Township Road, Richboro ~ Call the Center Manager at: 215-357-8199
13
Is your summer too busy for a camp that runs all summer long? Is your child hard to please when it comes to finding a summer
activity? Or maybe your child just needs something to do in between school and camp? Northampton Township Parks and
Recreation’s one week specialty camps are the perfect solution!
With everything from Multi Sport Camp to Musical Theater Camp and Basketball Camp to Cooking Camp, there is bound to be
something to spark the imagination and interest of your child!
See the grids below for the right fit for YOUR camper! Join us this summer…..Camp is our specialty!
hurry! Camps fill fast!
Visit www.northamptonrec.com for further information and to register today.
ages
dates
time
7 – 14
Various
Weeks All
Summer
days
M – Th
9 AM –
Noon
5–9
7/13 – 7/16
M – Th
10 – 14
7/13 – 7/16
M – Th
0–1
7/17 – 8/14
Fridays
1–3
7/17 – 8/14
Fridays
6 – 14
7/20 – 7/24
M–F
10 – 14
8/10 – 8/14
M–F
4–7
8/17 – 8/21
M–F
8 – 12
8/17 – 8/21
M–F
8 – 12
8/17 – 8/21
M–F
4 – 11
8/17 – 8/21
M–F
6–8
8/24 – 8/28
M–F
7 – 12
8/24 – 8/28
M–F
7 – 12
8/24 – 8/28
M–F
*FEES REFLECTED ARE ERS FEES.
specialty Camp
location
fee*
Tennis
Recreation Center
Tennis Courts
$155
Little Chefs Beginner Holland Middle School
Cooking
Home Ec Room
Chocolate, Chocolate and Holland Middle School
1 - 3 PM
More Chocolate
Home Ec Room
10 AM Noon
9:30 10:15 AM
10:30 11:15 AM
9 AM - 4
PM
Richboro Elem School
$62
2026
Richboro Elem School
$62
2027
Young Actor’s Guild Aladdin KIDS
Richboro Middle
School Auditorium
$275
1960
Space Pioneers:
Programming
$275
1961
Recreation Center
$199
2012
Software Engineering:
Scratch Video Sensing
Recreation Center
$199
2013
Recreation Center
$199
2014
Recreation Center
$162
1867
Recreation Center
$100
1872
Recreation Center
$174
1868
Recreation Center
$174
1869
Music with Ms. Kathy
Boppin’ Babies
Music with Ms. Kathy
Musical Munchkins
9 AM Noon
Out of This World
Adventure Camp
10 AM Noon
9 AM Noon
2034
2035
Young Actor’s Guild Once on This Island, Jr
12:30 –
3:30 PM
Depends on
Week
Weeks offered
beginning 6/22
$175
9 AM - 4
PM
9 AM Noon
$175
Class #
Wacky Chemistry Camp
Team Trottie
Basketball Camp
Sciensational Workshops
9 AM Chemical, Magical
Noon
Microscope
12:45 – Sciensational Workshops
3:45 PM
Follow Me Robot
Welch Elem
Cafetorium
10
REFR
Northampton Township Parks and Recreation
ESH
MEN
AVA
T
I
Proc LABLE S
ion 2015 SIGHTS & SOUNDS OF SUMMER
s
s
mi E!
Concerts & more!
Ad FRE
s
at the Municipal Park, unless otherwise indicated.
i
Thursday, July 16 ~ NORTHAMPTON’S GOT
TALENT ~ enjoy the local talent of our own
Northampton children. Always a crowd pleaser! Visit
P&R web for details on how you can be a contestant.
Thursday, July 23 ~ DUELING PIANOS ~
entertaining, interactive, energetic fun!
the N eeds ben
efit
ort
Lion hampto
n
s Clu
b.
Thursday, July 30 ~ THE MANGO MEN ~ music from
the Boardwalk to Key West - an end of the Series party
that gets bigger and better every year!
Thursday, August 6 * 6:30 PM ~ SEUSSICAL THE
MUSICAL ~ the Once Upon a Time Players will
perform this Dr. Seuss inspired, family-friendly
favorite!
Starts at 7:00 PM unless indicated*
Seussical, will begin 6:30PM.
Held RAIN or SHINE! ALL inclement weather locations: Maureen M. Welch School Gym- off New Rd, Churchville.
Bring a lawn chair or blanket as seating is on the ground.
For details visit: northamptonrec.com
Thank you to the many businesses that support the Sights and Sounds Series. Northampton Twp. Lions Club • TD Bank.
Interested in becoming a Sponsor ? Call 215-357-6800 ext. 256
Need a place to cool off? It’s not too late!
August Only Membership now available
at Northampton Swim Club
family size
single
(age 14 & over)
resident
non-resident
family of 3
$210
$270
$235
family of 2
AUGUST HOURS -- Monday thru Friday only,
NO WEEKEND SWIMMING
August 1 - August 14, 12 to 8 PM,
August 17 - August 28, 12 to 7 PM
family of 4
To sign up or for more information, call the Parks & Rec
Office at 215-357-6800 or stop by or call the Swim Club located
at Northampton Valley Country Club, 301 Newtown Richboro
Road (at Harmony Drive), Richboro, PA, 215-942-2180.
each additional
Member
senior single
(age 62 & over)
senior Couple
(both 62 & over)
$115
$310
$25
$140
$295
$335
$25
$70
$95
$115
$140
NORTHAMPTON TOWNSHIP PRESCHOOL POTPOURRI
(Ages 3-5) Limited Availability
An enjoyable combination of free time exploration and organized activities. Hands-on experiences introduce and
reinforce recognition of numbers, letters, shapes, colors and self-awareness at an age appropriate level.
Your child will learn, grow and play
in a warm and caring environment.
Preschool Potpourri has been the
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Be Prepared for An Emergency
T
he likelihood that you and your family will survive a house fire depends on having a working smoke detector and an exit strategy.
The same is true for surviving other emergencies. Plan on having the tools and plans in place if disaster should strike.
Get a Kit of Emergency Supplies:
• Water, one gallon per person per day
• Food, at least a three-day supply of
non-perishable food
• Battery-powered radio and extra
batteries
• Flashlight and extra batteries
• First aid kit
• Whistle to signal for help
• Filter mask or cotton t-shirt to filter air
• Moist towelettes for sanitation
• Wrench or pliers to turn off utilities
• Manual can opener
• Plastic sheeting and duct tape
• Garbage bags and plastic ties
• Unique family needs, such as daily
prescription medications, infant
formula, important family documents
MAKE A PLAN
FOR WHAT YOU
WILL DO IN AN
EMERGENCY.
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Various discount tickets are available to the community year round. They make great gifts!
Purchase your tickets early as supplies may be limited and prices are subject to change.
Tickets are available at the Administration Building, 55 Township Road, Richbobo.
Payment by cash, credit card (Visa, Master Card and Discover), or check (Northampton
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Free Library of Northampton Township
Children’s Programs: Register by Calling 215-357-3050
or online at northamptontownshiplibrary.org
Story Programs
LIVE
ENTERTAINMENT
little heroes book buddies
steve pullara
Thursday, July 23 @ 7 PM
All ages.
Steve Pullara is a recording artist,
songwriter and Grammy Award
winning children’s album producer. His
musical roots go deep within many
cultural traditions. Come enjoy Steve's
unique blend of drawing,
singing, and musical
entertainment.
two of a kind
Thursday, August 20
@ 3 PM
Family/preschool.
Two of a Kind is an award-winning,
nationally touring husband-wife duo
specializing in interactive music for
children
and
families.
Their
performance will highlight audience
participation and varied musical styles,
all with a sense of humor and fun.
Wednesdays, July 1 – august 5
(no class July 15) @ 2:30 pM
PreK-K.
Our little readers will be paired with a teen
volunteer to share stories and make crafts.
every dog loves a
story!
Mondays July 6 –
August 3 @ 1 PM
Grades 1-5.
Come on in and read to the Nor'wester Therapy
dogs! Sit and relax with our furry friends!
Get Graphic!
thursdays July 16 & august 6 from 7 – 8 pM
For grades 6-8.
Astronaut Academy by Dave Roman and Bad
Machinery Volume 1 by John Allison Book
discussion for teens combining graphic novels
and technology! Snacks will be served.Bring
your own portable device if you have one. Sign
up at the library to receive your free book!
every hero has a story! * 2015 summer reading Club!
Come to the library to pick up a reading log and a small gift.
Record how many minutes you read.
Return to the library each week to be entered into a weekly raffle.
All who sign up and return for 1 week will be entered in a raffle to win a Kindle!
saVe the date
Fred Miller returns with another fun and informative lecture-in-song on Saturday October
10th with the music of “Heartland Troubadours: Hoagy Carmichael & Meredith Wilson.”
a Century of sinatra
Monuments and Memorials of philadelphia
Saturday, August 8 @ 2 PM
Allan Heller, an accomplished photographer, leads a photographic journey
through Philadelphia. From Rhittenhouse Square to Independence Mall
and everything in between, the audience learns Philadelphia’s history
through its architectural monuments and remembrances.
Thursday, August 20 @ 7 PM
Don’t know the first thing about home repair? Beth Allen of “HIP Chicks”
is back for an encore of this workshop that is geared toward ladies taking
on home improvement projects (but guys are welcome to learn too). Hip
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bulletin board activities
July 22 – august 8
All Ages
Visit the library and complete a bi-weekly bulletin board
activity to receive a prize. Test your super skills and
complete a different task every other week.
summer lego Club
Saturdays July 25 & August 22 @ 12-2 PM
All Ages.
Build your own super creations with our Lego’s. Bring
the family! * No registration necessary.
superhero academy
tuesdays July 21 – July 28 @ 4 PM
For grades 1-3.
Are you a true Superhero? Join our
academy to put your skills to the test!
July 21 – super skills training
July 28 – superhero Graduation party
4-h knitting
Mondays July 6 – August 10 @ 3 - 4 PM
For Ages 11-14. We’ll supply the yarn and needles and
you can learn to knit.
teen film Camp
August 3 – August 7
@ 12:15 - 4 PM
For Grades 7 - 10.
This camp is a “reel”
opportunity for the beginner filmmaker! Introduction to
writing, editing, and directing films. A short film will be
made and presented to families and friends on Friday.
*Registration begins July 6
Programs
Thursday, July 16 @ 7 PM
Celebrate the 100th year anniversary of Frank Sinatra’s birth with a
musical tribute by gifted singer/songwriter Dave DeLuca. Come fly away
with Ol’ Blue Eyes and hear how Sinatra changed American Music history.
home repair Made easy
Special Programs
Chick Beth will give advice on how to shop for materials, ask the right
questions, and tackle those home repairs on your own!!
babe
Saturday, September 12 @ 2 PM
The incomparable Linda Kenyon returns with another fabulous
performance. Based on the book The Greatest Ever: Babe Didrikson
Zaharias Story by Maribeth Theroux, Linda’s performance illuminates
Babe’s life as the best American female athlete during an age when girls
competing in sports was revolutionary. Babe’s cancer diagnosis made her
revolutionary again as she was determined to help others by going public
with her brave fight and becoming a spokesperson for the American
Cancer Society. A gem of a performance.
Creative Cuisine
Thursday, September 17 @ 7 PM
Chef Kristi conducts a food talk focusing on fall ingredients, recipes, and
procedures. Come hungry – there will be samples!
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Northampton Township a Great Place to Live!
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officers named their feathered friend Mascot.
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By the mid-1970s, with the extensive
population increase, the Township employed
roughly a dozen officers. Once again it was
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The Northampton Township
Police force in 1976 under the
command of Chief William
Feeny posing in front of the
newly
completed
police
headquarters on Township
Road.
Over its 50-year history, the police
department has added to its ranks many fine
officers. Today, the police force contains over
40 sworn officers.
A view inside the radio
room of the new state-ofthe art police headquarters
shortly after it was
completed in 1976.
TAX COLLECTOR - BOB BORKOWSKI
here are some tips on paying your Council rock school district real estate school tax and
occupation/per Capita bills that will be mailed on July 1, 2015:
*If you do not receive these tax bills within the first 2 weeks of July, please e-mail me at
[email protected] and I will electronically send you a copy.
• School Real Estate and Residential Occupational taxes need to be paid on separate checks.
• If you have an escrow account you should forward your School Real Estate Bills to your mortgage
company for payment.
• Any changes to the residential occupational tax bills (retired, student, unemployed, etc.) need to be made with the Council Rock
School District Tax Department at 215-944-1090. Every resident 18 years and older are responsible for this tax.
• If you chose the installment option, the due dates are as follows:
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8/31 for 1st installment
10/15 for 2nd installment
11/30 for 3rd installment
• The installment coupons are already included on your tax bill (pink boxes). No other reminders will be mailed for installments.
For expediency and safety reasons when paying in person, cash will no longer be accepted. Pay by check or money order. To expedite
service when paying in person, if you do not have your bill, please call ahead at 215-357-1343 so we can have it ready for you. Also,
please have your check prepared as not to delay your time or the time of others.
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Historical Commission
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Memories of the Northampton Police Department
*Last summer's issue detailed the history of our police department.
This addition is to extend details to create a better sense of the
memories that went into process of transitioning into today's
department.
T
he population of Northampton Township in 1960 was 6,006 and
just ten years later it was 15,807. Northampton, which was once
a rural community of farms, was very quickly becoming developed.
It was a department in transition.
The Northampton Township Police force around 1964
under the command of Chief Jack Frey.
Mascot the
rooster, a
frequent early
morning
visitor, would
sneak in
through an
open window
at the police
headquarters,
and perch
itself on the
Chief’s desk.
The Northampton Township Police force in 1970 under
the command of Chief Anthony Fergione.
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During the first half of the twentieth century the Northampton
Township police department operated as a part-time, volunteer
force under the command of Chief Jack Frey. Northampton’s first
police station operated from Chief Frey’s property, located at the
intersection of Second Street Pike and Bustleton Pike, which
coincidentally was the location of one of the first stop signs in the
Township. The location was ideal for the Chief who, partnered with
his wife, could watch for violators with a pair of binoculars from their
ranch house, located on what would later become part of the Davis
Pontiac property. At the rear of the property was Chief Frey’s’
Machine Shop, in which he set aside a small storage room in the
front as the first Township police headquarters. One Halloween,
pranksters placed an outhouse on the triangular median at the
intersection and painted a sign on the structure that read, “CHIEF’S
OFFICE.” This became a time-honored tradition with outhouses
often being painted blue. When outhouses became scarce,
construction potties took their place until local builders complained.
Around the time the Northampton Township police department
became a full-time law enforcement agency in 1964, the police
headquarters was moved into a shared two-story Township building
formerly located near the Spread Eagle Inn a short distance from the
intersection of Newtown-Richboro Road and Second Street Pike. At
this time, the police force had grown to four officers and had been
taken over by a new Chief, Anthony Fergione. In 1972, the Township
was divided into three districts, each having their own car. Sergeant
Charles “Chuck” Quaste recalls that when he first joined the force
the entrance to the police headquarters building was similar in
appearance to a guard shack, and it contained a pay phone which
was used on weekends to call the main Bucks County police radio
room in Doylestown for police assistance. On weekdays, a secretary
would dispatch calls and take complaints from residents from a small
interior booth. Adjacent to the secretary’s booth was a small cubicle
for the Lieutenant. Behind the Lieutenant’s cubicle was the Chiefs
office, which was painted police blue and appropriately named the
Blue Room. There were also two small rooms on the second floor,
one for the Sergeant and another used as the Detective’s Office.
With Northampton still being a farming community, the Chief was
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If you use sites like Craig’s List to
purchase items and exchange money,
why don’t you use the police station as
your safe meeting place? Our police
department is open 24 hours a day, 7 days
per week. I can tell you it’s the safest place
in town.
SEAT BELTS SAVE LIVES
The seat belt usage rate in
Pennsylvania was at 84% in 2014,
which ranks us among the highest. If
we can improve this rate just a little, it
can have a huge impact: statistics show
that for every one percent increase in
seat belt usage, eight to twelve lives can
be saved annually.
NORTHAMPTON
WELCOMES A OFFICERS
OFFICER IMRAN RAZA
Officer Imran Raza joined our
department on March 25, 2015. He
is a graduate of Central Bucks High
School South and has an associate’s
degree in Criminal Justice from
Bucks County Community College.
He graduated from the Montgomery
County Municipal Police Training
Academy in 2014. Officer Raza is
currently in the Field Training
Program and when completed will
be assigned to the Uniform Patrol
Division.
SUMMER VACATION TIPS
FOR YOUR HOME
Many Northampton residents travel during the
summer. We hope you and your families have a great
time if you go on vacation, and we provided the
following list of tips to keep your home safe while you
are away:
1. In the summer time have your lawn wellmaintained.
2. Place all outside articles inside for storage.
3. Stop all deliveries of the mail and newspapers.
4. Notify the police of your absence and when you
will return. Also a number where you can be
contacted in case of an emergency.
5. Don’t discuss your absence in public, especially
on the social media sites like Facebook.
6. Use a timer on the lights inside and outside of
your residence.
7. Arrange for your neighbors to park their vehicle
in your driveway.
8. Make sure that your valuables are stored in a
vault or a safe deposit box.
T OWNSHIP T IDBIT:
For much of its history, Northampton Township was predominantly a
farming community settled near mills and crossroads. The villages
began to grow in the late 1800s as farmers decided to retire and
build homes and store fronts “in town.”
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Fire Marshal’s Office
A BURNING ISSUE
The Office of the Fire Marshal receives a lot of
inquiries regarding the Township’s burning
regulations, and we have provided this summary to
provide clarity. In 1990, the Northampton Township
Board of Supervisors enacted regulations which
prohibit the burning of leaves, brush, trash,
rubbish, and other debris in Northampton
Township. As per the state’s Department of
Environmental Protection regulations, Burning
Permits that were previously issued to properties
of five acres or larger are no longer issued. With the
proliferation of backyard fire places offered for sale
at home centers, residents commonly ask the same
question: are they legal in Northampton Township?
While the answer is “yes,” a word of caution is
advised. The ordinance allows for outdoor burning
Building & Codes
in conjunction with the normal heating or cooking
requirements in a single family home, but there are
limitations. Fire pits and the like, as with any open
flame, should only be used in accordance with their
manufacturer’s instructions and common sense.
Please note that, unlike home fireplaces, these
units discharge smoke at ground level. They are
also commonly used at the time of year when your
neighbors may be outside or have their windows
open, so please be considerate. Any backyard fire
deemed to be a nuisance will be extinguished.
These units, as with backyard campfires, must be
constantly attended so that passersby will not
unnecessarily call the fire department. Additional
information is available by contacting the office of
the Fire Marshal at 215-357-6800.
In follow-up to last month’s articles,
we received numerous inquiries in
reference to Pennsylvania One Calls.
The questions were primarily about
right-of-way and easements.
In most residential developments,
the right-of-way extends 10 feet
beyond the curb. The right-of-way
width could be greater on major roads.
This area is not private property, but
rather public property that is
specifically reserved for utilities, sewer lines, cable wires, etc. In
the case of a residential development with a 10 foot right-of-way,
you will notice that if you get a survey of your property, the
property line will start 10 feet back from the curb.
In addition, there are often easements that run through private
property to carry utilities as well. They are often along the
boundaries of your property, but can be located anywhere. They
can carry stormwater pipe, sanitary sewer lines, or are reserved
for other purposes. When you are installing a pool, for example,
part of the permit process involves a survey to make sure that the
pool is not in an easement. If a stormwater pipe in an easement
needed to be repaired, imagine the challenge if a pool were
constructed in the area of the repair.
In follow-up to our last issue, the permit process and a
Pennsylvania One Call (dialing 8-1-1) prior to digging are vital to
any construction project. They are essential not only for safety,
but also to ensure the proper location of structures on your lot.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact the Building and
Codes Department at 215-355-3883.
Ordinance Corner
Our full Code of Ordinances can be found at http://www.keystatepub.com/.
Chapter 6: Conduct – part 1: littering – §6-142. Violations and penalties.
“Any person, firm or corporation who shall violate any provision of this Part, upon conviction thereof
in an action brought before a magisterial district judge in the manner provided for the enforcement
of summary offenses under the Pennsylvania Rules of Criminal Procedure, shall be sentenced to pay
a fine of not more than $1,000 plus costs and, in default of payment of said fine and costs, to a term
of imprisonment not to exceed 90 days. Each day that a violation of this Part continues or each Section
of this Part which shall be found to have been violated shall constitute a separate offense.”
This ordinance, last updated in 2012, addresses the penalties for all violations related to littering.
Individuals are prohibited from littering, throwing litter from vehicles, and sweeping litter into gutters, sewers, streets, or sidewalks
in the Township. Owners of any property, whether residential or commercial, are responsible for maintaining litter-free premises.
The Code Enforcement Department and Police Department will enforce penalties to violators of these policies, and fines can
range up to $1,000 plus costs per incident or day of any infraction.
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Northampton Township Recognized as a Certified Sustainable Municipality
orthampton Township announced today it is among a
select group of high performing municipalities to
become certified through the Sustainable Pennsylvania
Community Certification Program. Northampton Township
is recognized at the silver level of certification for meeting
the program’s rigorous performance criteria which tracks 131
policies and practices that define a sustainable community.
The Sustainable Pennsylvania Community Certification,
administered by the Pennsylvania Municipal League in
partnership with Sustainable Pittsburgh, is designed for
municipalities that are working to save money, conserve
resources, and serve vibrant communities. Originally deployed in Southwestern
Pennsylvania by Sustainable Pittsburgh, the certification has gone state-wide, recognizing
small, medium, and large municipalities across the Commonwealth. The Pennsylvania
Municipal League and Sustainable Pittsburgh applaud municipalities for their demonstrated
commitment and sustainability performance.
In earning the silver certification, Northampton Township is acknowledged for its progress in addressing such areas as community
design and land use, energy efficiency, health and wellness, blight mitigation, intergovernmental cooperation, recycling and waste
reduction, fiscal controls, and internal management and operations. Details regarding how Northampton Township is addressing these
areas can be found on the certification program’s website: www.sustainablepacommunitycertification.org.
“Northampton Township is proud to be recognized as a Silver Certified Community by
the Sustainable Pennsylvania Community Certification Program,” said Board Chairman
Barry Moore. “Northampton Township has a long history of saving taxpayer dollars, using
resources efficiently, and applying the best practices in municipal government and
community development. We are pleased to be recognized and be part of the regional
community of good government.”
“We are delighted to see Northampton Township distinguished among local
governments that are leading the way in applying sustainability to both their operations
and management as well as within the community,” said Rich Scheuttler, Executive Director
of the Pennsylvania Municipal League.
The Certified Community by the Sustainable Pennsylvania Community Certification is
intended to bring recognition to municipalities that apply the policy and practice of
sustainability as their way of operating in order to advance community prosperity. It also
serves as a mechanism for sharing best practices for creating a more sustainable
Pennsylvania.
“Municipalities that earn the Sustainable Pennsylvania Community Certification are
standouts in demonstrating adherence to best practices that elevate them as communities
of choice to live, work, and play. Commitment to continuous improvement is at the heart
of sustainability and the certification program is a means to accelerate municipal
performance,” said Court Gould, the Executive Director of Sustainable Pittsburgh.
Details about Northampton Township’s certification performance can be found by linking to
www.sustainablepacommunitycertification.org.
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55 Township Road
Richboro, PA18954
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Township
Summer 2015
BUCKS
Summer 2015
trash sChedule for labor day Week: septeMber 6-12
Monday ColleCtion:
No trash/recycling pick up on Labor Day.
Trash, recycling, and one bulk item will be collected on
Tuesday, September 8.
Yard waste will be collected on Wednesday, September 9.
tuesday ColleCtion:
Trash, recycling, and one bulk item will be collected on
Wednesday, September 9.
Yard waste will be collected on Thursday, September 10.
thursday
ColleCtion:
Trash, recycling, and
one bulk item will be
collected on
Friday, September 11.
Yard waste will be collected
on Saturday, September 12.
TOWNSHIP TIDBIT:
Richboro’s Addisville Reformed Church Graveyard is home to the
grave of Henry Wynkoop. Wynkoop was a Pennsylvania
representative to the Continental Congress as well as a U.S.
representative to the First United States Congress.
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C O U N T Y,
Northampton Township Recognized as a
Certified Sustainable Municipality
Inside This Issue
Northampton is a Certified
Sustainable Municipality ............2
Fire Marshal’s Office ..................3
Building & Codes ......................3
Ordinance Corner ......................3
Police Department ....................4
Memories of the Northampton
Police Department ..................5-6
Tax Collector ..............................6
P E N N S Y LVA N I A
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Hello Everyone,
orthampton Township is among a select group of high performing municipalities to
become certified through the Sustainable Pennsylvania Community Certification
Program. The Township is recognized at the silver level of certification for meeting the
program’s rigorous performance criteria which tracks 131 policies and practices that define
a sustainable community. More information can be found in this issue.
Also in this issue is information about our Parks and Recreation summer programs,
historical information about the Police Department, an outline on the Township’s
ordinances on littering, and much more! We hope you enjoy this issue of the newsletter,
and if you have any follow up questions please contact the Township at 215-357-6800.
Northampton Free Library..........7
All the best,
Parks & Recreation ..............8-10
Barry Moore, Chairman
Reporting Illegal
Dumping and Littering........11-12
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
Senior Center ..........................13
Be Prepared for an Emergency ..14
Trash Schedule for
Labor Day Week ........Back Cover
Barry Moore
Chairman
Larry Weinstein
Vice-Chairman
Eileen Silver
secretary
Dr. Kimberly Rose
treasurer
administration building holiday Closing
George F. Komelasky
Member
The Northampton Township Administration Building will be closed on:
Monday, September 7 for Labor Day
NORTHAMPTON TOWNSHIP ADMINISTRATION BUILDING
55 Township Road, Richboro, PA 18954 • 215-357-6800 • Fax: 215-357-1251
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