NNeewwFall ss2020 Township Preparing an Updated Comprehensive Plan Shaping the Future Lower Providence Township has embarked plan update will provide goals, objectives From the Chairman on a comprehensive plan update that will lay and strategies for land use, transportation, the foundation for our community for the housing, conservation and open space, Unprecedented, uncertain, challenging - next 10+ years. A steering committee, made community facilities, utilities and the we've heard these words so often over the up of Township officials and community environment. past months that they barely register. But members, is working with professional unfortunately, the words still very much planners from the Montgomery County The plan provides guidance for future apply. While we are not all in the same Planning Commission to craft the update. development, road improvements, parks, boat - everyone's situation is unique - we Input from the public - critical to the success recreation, sidewalks, trail facilities, are all certainly navigating the same storm. of the plan - will be sought throughout the infrastructure improvements, and zoning intensive and lengthy process which is changes. Additionally, the plan lays a Since the start of the COVID-19 health crisis, expected to take 18 to 24 months. foundation for Township ordinances and we have been working to continue assists with establishing funding sources for government operations in the Township Community input is critical to a implementation. with your safety as our highest priority. I'd successful comprehensive plan. like to acknowledge our police, fire, The community is strongly encouraged to ambulance, Public Works and all Township participate in the process. Progress staff for their efforts in maintaining services. The comprehensive plan update will include information and public meeting dates will be background information on the posted on the Township website municipality's past, analysis of current issues (lowerprovidence.org “Comprehensive Plan It has been inspiring to witness the and trends, a vision for the future, and Update” link) and Facebook page community spirit of our residents and recommendations to reach that vision. The (Facebook.com/LowerProvidenceTownship). businesses. Families rising to meet challenges, neighbors looking out for one another, and businesses thinking creatively to make their customers feel safe and respected.
Despite the challenges brought on by the crisis, progress has been made on many fronts in the Township and the information is shared in this edition. While we're unable to pass along definite plans on Township community events as we typically would, know that we're brainstorming ideas and looking forward to safely gathering again. Jason Sorgini
Chairman, Lower Providence Board of Supervisors
Inside This Issue Police Department News ...... 6 Contact Information ...... 2 Enroll With ReadyMontco.com ...... 8 COVID Guidelines For Meetings Sewer Authority News...... 8 & Administration Offices...... 2 Community Development News...... 10 Nominations Sought For Awards...... 2 Public Works Winter Reminders...... 12 Meetings Schedule & Office Closures..2 Stormwater Management...... 14 Parks & Open Space Plan Update ...... 4 Recycling Of Flexible Packaging...... 18 (Ways To Get Involved on Page 5) Pet Safety & Tips ...... 20 Environmental Advisory Council Parenting Corner...... 20 Established...... 4 Library News...... 22 Boards & Committees Vacancies...... 4 Parks & Recreation...... 24-30
Lower Providence Township, Montgomery County, Pennsylvania • www.lowerprovidence.org Administration Office and Meeting Guidelines (Note: Please visit lowerprovidence.org for updates on Township guidelines and COVID-19 resources.) The Administration Office has reopened to restrictions. Initially, meetings were held the public. As of this writing, masks are virtually using Zoom. In August, the Board of required to enter the building, there is a limit Supervisors and Zoning Hearing Board of two person (unrelated) in the lobby at one moved to a hybrid model, with both in- time and we ask that you maintain social person attendance and participation via distancing. A mailbox has been installed Zoom. Seating capacity in the meeting room outside the main entrance and can be used is limited and safety guidelines, including ADMINISTRATION OFFICE for permit applications, payments, etc. maintaining social distancing and wearing a 100 Parklane Drive Whenever possible, please contact staff via mask, must be followed. Attendees may be Eagleville, PA 19403 phone or email (Administration: 610-539- asked to wait outside the meeting room until 610-539-8020 8020, Police: 610-539-5901). there is available seating or they are called 610-539-6347 (fax) upon to enter the meeting room to discuss www.lowerprovidence.org The Township's various boards are utilizing an agenda topic or participate in public new ways to allow the democratic process of comment. Hours: Monday through Friday governance to continue under COVID-19 8:00 am 4:30 pm Because of this limited capacity, the public is encouraged to view and/or participate via BOARD OF SUPERVISORS Zoom. Instructions are posted on the Jason Sorgini, Chair township website, lowerprovidence.org [email protected] For the latest news and information Colleen Eckman, Vice Chair [email protected] Cara Coless [email protected] Annual Community Awards Nominations Peter MacFarland Providence Township. [email protected] The Lower Providence Township Board of Supervisors is accepting nominations for the If you have a friend, neighbor, relative or Gary Neights annual Citizen, Volunteer and Business of the [email protected] business that you feel meets any of the Year awards. Applications are due by October above criteria, complete a nomination form Board of Supervisors meetings: 30, 2020. and return it to the Township by Oct. 30, First and third Thursdays of the month at 7:00 p.m. The Citizen of the Year Award is presented 2020. Nomination forms are available on the annually to an individual who has made Township website, lowerprovidence.org IMPORTANT CONTACTS exceptional contributions to Lower (enter “Awards” in the search bar) or at the Police/Fire/Ambulance...... 911 Township Administration Building. For more Police Non-Emergency...... 610-539-5901 Providence Township. The selection committee looks for an individual who, information, contact Denise Walsh, Fire Marshal/Emergency Manager ....610-635-3546 [email protected]. Firehouse Voicemail...... 610-539-5408 among other attributes, continually gives of Hall Rental...... 610-539-9084 his or her time, dedication and talents to the www.lpfire.com betterment of the local community. Ambulance Business Office...... 610-539-8465 www.medic322.com The Volunteer of the Year Award is presented Library...... 610-666-6640 annually to an individual, group or Sewer Authority...... 610-539-6161 organization who has performed outstanding Tax Collector...... 610-666-1980 service to the community. The award Methacton School District ...... 610-489-5000 recognizes the inspiring efforts of volunteers and the selection committee looks for "LIKE" us on Facebook individuals who demonstrate commitment, Facebook.com/LowerProvidenceTownship service, creativity, and cooperation in their Follow us on Twitter @LowerProvTwp volunteer capacity. Follow us on Instagram - lowerprovidencetownship The Business of the Year Award recognizes a COMMUNITY ACCESS business that has promoted and inspired the CHANNEL business community through its leadership, Comcast Channel 28 example and investment in Lower Verizon Channel 42
FEEDBACK Watch at home or online: 2020 Administration We welcome your comments; if you'd like to send MEETING SCHEDULE Board of Supervisors & Zoning Office Closures us your feedback, please email us at Board of Supervisors Sewer Authority Hearing Board meetings are [email protected] 7:30 p.m. 6:00 p.m. shown on the Cable Access Columbus Day 1st and 3rd Thursdays 2nd Monday Channel (Comcast Channel 28 Monday, Oct. 12 Sewer Authority and Verizon Channel 42) the PHOTO POLICY week following a meeting. Veterans’ Day Photos may be taken of individuals enrolled in our Parks & Recreation Board Board Room Rebroadcast times are 7:00 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11 programs, attending Township events and using rd Tuesday, Thursday and Township facilities. Please be aware that the 3 Tuesday Zoning Hearing Board Saturday at 1 am, 9 am Thanksgiving Holiday 7:00 p.m. and 7 pm. images are for Township use only and may be used th Thursday/Friday in future promotional material. Planning Commission 4 Thursday You can also watch Board of Nov. 26 & 27 7:00 p.m. Supervisors meetings on the th THANK YOU! 4 Wednesday Township website, Christmas Holiday We are grateful to those businesses that support www.lowerprovidence.org - Thursday/Friday All meetings held at the Township Administration click on "Minutes" in the Dec. 24 & 25 the newsletter. Our advertisers make it possible to Building unless otherwise noted. Citizen Action Center on the provide the newsletter to residents and businesses Please check the website, lowerprovidence.org, home page to find the New Year’s Day at a greatly reduced cost. for any special instructions. meeting videos. Friday, January 1
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The Township has been awarded a regional trail systems and to county, grant from the PA Department of state and national parks. In addition, Conservation and Natural Resources the comprehensive plan will explore (DCNR) to complete an update to its opportunities for the Township to Parks, Recreation and Open Space expand its use of green infrastructure Plan. Working with a consultant, and innovative stormwater practices. Simone Collins Landscape Architecture, the Township's Open The process will include committee Space Committee is working on a meetings, public meetings, focus comprehensive master plan update groups, and a public opinion survey. to identify current and future park, recreation, trail and open space Initial site inspections took place in demands for the community. July and a committee kickoff meeting was held virtually in August. A primary goal of the comprehensive plan is to find more ways to connect For more information and progress the community to close-to-home updates, visit recreational opportunities, trails, lowerprovidence.org/parks-and- parks and green spaces and to recreation (Click the “DCNR Open enhance existing connections to Space Grant Information” link.)
Advisory Council Focuses on Environmental Goals The Board of Supervisors furthered tasks, providing in-depth analysis the Township's environmental goals about environmental resource issues. with the adoption of an ordinance creating a Township Environmental The Township's five-member council Advisory Council (EAC) in April. will work to identify environmental issues and recommend plans and An EAC is a group of community programs to the Board of Supervisors residents, appointed by the elected for the promotion and conservation officials, to advise them and other of natural resources and for the municipal officials about the protection and improvement of the protection, conservation, quality of the environment within management, promotion and use of Lower Providence Township. natural resources. Members of the Township EAC are: EACs undertake a wide variety of Patrick Duffy, Leah Baird, Joseph projects and information-gathering Lulis, Erin McCool and John Zollers.
Opportunities to Serve on Township Boards The Board of Supervisors is looking If you believe you have the education Please indicate which group is of for qualified individuals who want to and experience to contribute to one interest to you. Each group typically contribute to the quality of living in of these groups and are interested in holds one evening meeting per Lower Providence. The Board will be serving your community, please send month. Term lengths range from making appointments to the a letter of interest and resume by three to five years, depending on the Environmental Advisory Council, November 27, 2020 to: board or commission. Details and Library Board of Trustees, Parks and meeting schedules can be found at Recreation Board, Planning Lower Providence Township the “Boards and Commissions” link Commission, Sewer Authority, Attn: Township Manager on the Township website, Uniform Construction Code Appeals 100 Parklane Drive lowerprovidence.org. Board, Vacancy Board, and Zoning Eagleville, PA 19403 Hearing Board. - or - [email protected]
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Emergencies and disasters can strike quickly To sign up, go to www.ReadyMontco.org profile. With the exception of a Tornado and often without warning. How prepared and click on the Sign Up tab at the top of the Warning, you will not receive any are you and your family? An important first page. If you need assistance, consider notifications during those selected hours. step to take is to sign up for ReadyMontco, reaching out to a family member or the notification system used by Lower neighbor. There is also a short “how to sign The “Additional Information tab” gives you Providence to send emergency messages. up” video you can watch. You will need to an opportunity to provide more information The system also delivers alerts about severe provide an email address to register; none of to your municipality emergency weather, police activity, and other important your information will be shared. management, which may be useful during an events throughout Montgomery County. emergency or disaster in your area. Provision Notifications will be sent to your devices and of this information in no way guarantees “The system is a quick and efficient way to email addresses in the order that you choose specialized service during an emergency or have notifications and alerts pushed to and will be sent to ALL of your devices until disaster in your area, but helps municipality email, text message or phone call,” said you confirm receipt of the notification. emergency management in planning and Michael Rohlfing, Lower Providence Choose your devices and the order you wish preparing for, and responding to Township Emergency Management to be contacted on them thoughtfully. emergencies and disasters in your Coordinator. RohIfing encouraged those who community. are already registered to check their Emergencies can happen at any time and it is ReadyMontco profile to make sure it is up to the goal of ReadyMontco to notify you of If you have questions, please call the date. critical information as quickly as possible. If Township Emergency Management there are certain times of day or night that Coordinator Michael Rohlfing at It only takes about 10 minutes to create an you do not want to receive notifications, you 610-635-3546. account. You can choose to receive alerts via can specify custom quiet hours in your text, email and/or phone. You can also choose to receive alerts from other parts of Montgomery County in addition to Lower Providence - maybe the municipality where you work or where other family members live. Administered by the Montgomery County Department of Public Safety, ReadyMontco is free (text messaging and voice rates may apply). 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The Sewer Authority was established in 1962 to finance, construct, own and operate Authority operations are often highly a sanitary sewage collection system and complex, demanding significant attention administer to the needs of the residents of from the officials overseeing the project. the Township regarding the disposal of Board members appointed by the elected sanitary sewage. officials are able to focus on a specific operation or project, concentrating on the The Sewer Authority currently maintains financial, engineering and environmental approximately 100 miles of pipe and 17 decisions that impact the operation and pumping stations within the township. We maintenance of an infrastructure system. transport on average 3 million gallons of sewage per day through the collection Reminder system to the Oaks treatment plan in Oaks, Please do not flush masks, gloves or wipes PA which is operated by the Lower into the sanitary sewer system. This can Perkiomen Valley Regional Sewer Authority. cause the pumps to clog and damage to equipment at our Pumping Stations. Also, The primary reasons for the enactment of please don't flush disinfecting wipes down the Municipality Authorities Act of 1945 and the toilet. the creation of authorities was to separate operation of a utility system from the other The Sewer Authority wants customers to responsibilities of local government, to know that our employees are always operate the system and incur indebtedness available during regular business hours by outside of the taxing structure through calling 610-539-6161 to address emergency imposition of user rates, and to buffer situations. For After-hours emergencies, operation of the utility system from the please call 1-800-379-5713. other local political and financial decisions facing local governments. 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Mailbox Damage It's possible that some residential mailboxes will suffer damage during a snowstorm. If damage is caused by snow or ice hitting the mailbox, or due to deteriorated materials, repair or replacement is the responsibility of the resident.
If it is believed that the damage is the result of direct contact The contract for the Township's 2020 road improvement with a plow truck, please call the Public Works Department, 610- project was awarded to the low bidder, Alan Myers 635-3525, after the storm has subsided and within 48 hours, and Construction, in the amount of $416,077.00. The 2020 they will evaluate the damage to determine responsibility. project included: Parklane Drive, Driftwood Drive, Lee Road, Fox Road, Landis Mill Road, Oakdale Avenue, Oaklyn Avenue, For snow removal information online visit West Sunset Avenue, South Midland Road, Coppermine Road, www.lowerprovidence.org/public-works Leon Avenue, and Kingston Circle. 12 www.LowerProvidence.org Please Support Our Advertisers · To Advertise, Call 610-265-6277 INDOOR AND COVERED OUTDOOR DINING NOW AVAILABLE
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Previous newsletter articles have discussed Homeowners can find informative resources discharges into the storm sewer system. In the increasing frequency of severe storms in on stormwater best management practices the new ordinance, there are guidelines for our region and their impact on stormwater for their properties on the Township website, roof drains and sump pump drainage. For runoff, especially in older Township www.lowerprovidence.org/stormwater- instance, roof drains and sump pumps are neighborhoods with less than ideal management and at the not permitted to discharge water directly stormwater management systems. On Penn State Extension, onto a sidewalk, walkway, trail or street and August 4, 2020, Tropical Storm Isaias extension.psu.eduextension.psu.edu. they must be constructed to discharge to a dumped record rainfall on the Township, Please be mindful that loose items such as dry well/seepage pit or above ground leading to historic flooding and causing cut wood, tires, and patio entirely on the property. drainage issues that had never been seen furniture can easily be before. swept away in storms. These items come With extreme rainfall amounts, extreme downstream causing runoff is inevitable. Our Public Works damage to structures, Department cleans stormwater inlets blocking water channels regularly, especially in anticipation of storms. and possibly becoming But sometimes - as with Isaias - the rainfall is hazardous to people and just too much for any system to handle, animals. overwhelming some of the Township's 1,450 inlets. In 2018, the Township adopted a stormwater Township neighborhoods older than 10 or 15 ordinance that requires years don't have nearly the same amount of more in-depth stormwater design and infrastructure as stormwater management newer developments. The pipes are aging planning, especially in and inefficient. Many designs used grading instances of new and swales, which over time become filled in impervious surfaces of and flatten out and are no longer able to 1200 square feet or more. assist in getting water to natural water As before, property courses. Unfortunately, there's no easy or owners are not permitted Hoy Park is left underwater by Tropical Storm Isaias. inexpensive fix. to direct non-stormwater Photo credit: Lower Providence Fire Department
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