JULY 2019
BOROUGH OF WEST CHESTER | DIGITAL BITS
HAVE YOU SEEN A LANTERNFLY
Last week, one of our neighbors on South Walnut Street found a colorful insect in her garden -- then many more of them. They've been identified as spotted lanternflies (see attached photo). If you find any of these on your property, send an email to: Badbug@pa.gov with the date and location.
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Turk's Head Festival 2019
Join us on July 21, 2019 from 12:00pm to 8:00pm for the 37th Annual Turks Head Music Festival at Everhart Park in West Chester, PA. (raindate: July 28th)

Featuring 11 popular regional bands performing on two stages, with a park full of vendors and artisan booths. Bring a blanket, your lawn chairs, and friends and enjoy this West Chester Tradition.

FREE MUSIC & FUN FOR THE FAMILY!

  • 11 Bands on two stages
  • Over 70 artisan, informational and food vendors
  • Kid’s play area with moon bounces
  • Free, no admission charge
  • Misting tent to stay cool

Learn More by visiting the official Turk's Head Festival website.
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PUBLIC HEARING - JULY 17, 2019 @ 6:30 PM
PROPOSED PLASTICS BAN

The Borough Council of West Chester will hold a public hearing to consider the adoption of an amendment to the Borough Code on Wednesday, July 17, 2019 at 6:30 p.m., at the Council Chambers, 401 East Gay St.

The ordinance is concerned with PLASTIC BAG AND PLASTIC STRAW REGULATIONS TO REGULATE THE DISTRIBUTION AND USE OF SINGLE-USE PLASTIC CARRY-OUT BAGS AND SINGLE-USE PLASTIC STRAWS. 

CHECK OUT THE PROPOSED ORDINANCE  HERE .
THIS MONTH'S COUNCIL MEETINGS
Committee Meetings
  • Public Works | July 9 @ 5:30 PM
  • Parking | July 9 @ 6:30 PM
  • Administration, Communication & Technology | July 9 @ 7:30 PM
  • Public Safety, Quality of Life & Events | July 10 @ 5:30 PM
  • Finance & Revenue | July 10 @ 6:30 PM
  • Smart Growth | July 10 @ 7:30 PM

Borough Council Meetings
  • Worksession | July 16 @ 7:00 PM
  • Voting Session | July 17 @ 7:00 PM

You can view all agendas and related documents at www.west-chester.com .
THIS MONTH'S PUBLIC HEARINGS