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Providence Township Patriot Keeping Providence Township Residents Informed
200 Mount Airy Road, New Providence, PA 17560
www.providencetownship.com
Fall Volume XI , issue ii
Serving approximately 7,000 residents and 2,850 households Serving approximately 7,000 residents and 2,850 households
Pequea Creek Watershed Association
I am so happy to announce the Big Beaver Creek restoration project on the Esh Farm is finished! Wow, the results are amazing. Over 2000 trees and shrubs have been planted by volunteers including Providence Township staff. We are so thankful to have had the help of Roadmaster Jason McClune who was a big help in pre-drilling the holes for the trees. This made the planting go a lot easier which was important because it rained “cats and dogs” on the planting day.
This project has generated a lot of interest in continuing the restoration of the Big Beaver Creek, including from adjacent landowners downstream of the project. Unfortunately, we do not have a funding source for any more pro-jects. We will continue to look for additional grant opportunities to fund continuing streambank restoration pro-jects.
We will have a display table at both the Solanco and Lampeter Strasburg Fairs, so please stop by for more photos and information. And, please plan to join us on Saturday, September 30th at our 6th Annual Miniature Golf Fund-
raiser at Village Greens. It’s a fun morning of golf and a picnic lunch. If you can’t play that morning, please consider sponsoring a hole! And remember, we are always looking for opportunities to plant trees in the watershed. So, if you have streamside property and want to plant a riparian buffer, please contact us! If you are interested in any of our up-coming events, please contact Kara ([email protected]). Big Beaver Creek Restoration
IMPORTANT DATES
The township will once again be accepting woody yard waste from residents at the township maintenance shed on two Saturday mornings this Fall. Plan to bring your woody yard waste (shrub trimmings, branches, etc.) that you wish to dispose of. October 14, 2017 and October 28, 2017
from 8:00 a.m.—12:00 p.m.
Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Public Meeting
Learn about the MS4 program and the township’s requirements
Wednesday, November 15, 2017, 7:00 p.m.
Trick or Treat: Tuesday, October 31, 2017, from 6:00p.m.— 8:00 p.m.
HELPFUL INFORMATION
Contact Information
Telephone: 717-786-7596
Facsimile: 717-786-2565
Website: www.providencetownship.com
Township Hours:
Monday – Thursday
6:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Closed every Friday
Board of Supervisors
Meetings: First Monday, 7:00 p.m.
David J. Gerhart, Chair
C. William Shaffer, Vice Chair
John Schroeder
Township Manager
Vicki Eldridge
Zoning Officer
Constance Peiffer
Road Master
Jason McClune
Planning Commission
Meetings: Third Monday, 7:00 p.m.
Andrew Odell, Chair
Anthony Nardella
Kara Kalupson
Pamela Minnick
Kenneth Wiker
Brent Musser, Alternate
Zoning Hearing Board
Meetings: Second Tuesday, 7:00 p.m.
Bradford Duvall
James Hess
Albert Warfel
Anna Hipple, Alternate
Emergency Management Coordinator
Jim Herr
Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) Documentation
Continuing article from the Providence Township Patriot 2016 spring, Volume X, i edition “Stormwater Pollution”
Providence Twp is required to create a Stormwater Management Program to minimize the impacts from water runoff. To start this program we are required to document how the water runoff flows to our streams. This includes documenting our stormwater conveyances (inlet boxes, stormwater pipes, swales and outfalls). From time to time this fall and winter you will see our employees walking the roads, streams and occasionally someone’s property to document the flow of the water runoff. We are required to take pictures of the conveyances and in some cases label them. Our employees will identify themselves, wear appropriate town-ship attire and have township identification on them. If you have any questions or concerns please contact Jason McClune, Township Roadmaster.
REMEMBER TO VOTE !
Election Day
November 7, 2017
7:00 a.m. through 8:00 p.m.
RECYCLING Providence Township residents are required to recycle. All licensed trash haulers will supply recycle bins to their respective customers. If you need a replacement bin, they are available at the township office.
WHAT DO I PUT IN MY RECYCLE BIN?
Glass: Clear, green and brown glass food and beverage bottles and jars should be thoroughly rinsed and lids should be removed. Throw the lids in the trash. It is not necessary to remove labels.
DO NOT PUT IN THE BIN: light bulbs, window and auto glass, drinking glasses and cookware are not recyclable and should be put in the trash.
Metals: All food and beverage cans which are made from aluminum, steel, tin or a combination of metals should be rinsed prior to placing in the bin. Do not crush the cans.
DO NOT PUT IN THE BIN: Other aluminum and metal products like foil, pie plates, and hangers are not recyclable and should be put in the trash.
Plastic Bottles: Plastic household bottles with a #1 (PETE) such as water, soft drink and juice bottles or #2 (HDPE) like milk and detergent bottles. Throw the lid in the trash. Rinse and smash.
DO NOT PUT IN THE BIN: Plastic tubs such as yogurt and butter containers, toys and other plastic packaging.
Newspapers: All newspapers, including inserts, should be placed in strong paper bags (not to exceed 30 lbs.). Put the bag next to or on top of the recycling bin. PLEASE DO NOT PUT NEWSPAPERS OUT FOR COLLECTION WHEN IT IS RAINING.
Prevent Mailbox Damage Due to
Plowing In all cases, we try to avoid damaging anyone's property. However, mailboxes are often placed in the township's legal right-of-way, which means that the township is not liable for damages to mailboxes caused by snow removal operations. We suggest property owners ensure their mailbox rests on a firm support so it will be better able to withstand the "windrow" of snow from the plow.
ROADMASTER CROSSROADS By Jason McClune Roadmaster
Started in 2017, I created a maintenance program to ensure that our road crew assesses every township road within a three (3) year period. I divided our township into thirds, based on location and equal amount of length of roads. We will assess each township road for: skin patching, horse rut paving, tree trimming, sign replacement, pot hole and edge repair, gutter clean outs, line painting, crack sealing and inlet box and pipe replacement. Maintenance work will be done based on the assessment. Even though our concentration will be on certain roads in the township, we will still manage any emergencies that arise. The maintenance program will help with a more consistent budget each year and extend the life of our roads. Our road crew takes pride in providing a safe, well maintained road system that benefits our township residents. If you would like to discuss any concerns or have questions, I can be contacted in any of the following ways: Email-- [email protected] Twitter-- @jlmcclune Facebook-- Jason McClune Phone-- 717-786-7596 ext. 3
PROVIDENCE TOWNSHIP PATRIOT
A publication of Providence Township Providence Township Municipal Office 200 Mt. Airy Road New Providence, PA 17560
Keeping our residents informed!
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