‌ March 3, 2022

IN THIS ISSUE Ukraine Support Morris Road Closing Arbor Day Giveaway Earth Day Race/Walk Household Hazardous Waste Tax Bills Librarian Honored Meeting Schedule ‌ ‌ ‌ Township Shares Message Of Support For Ukraine The message board outside the Township Building is now displaying a message of support for the people of Ukraine. The International Committee of the Red Cross (ICRC) is collecting donations for humanitarian aid in Ukraine. Click here to learn more about the ICRC's efforts

Portion Of Morris Road Closing March 14 Morris Road will be closed and detoured at the Route 202 (DeKalb Pike) intersection approaching from Cathcart Road beginning Monday, March 14, as part of the widening of Route 202 from south of Morris Road to Hancock Road in Whitpain and Lower Gwynedd townships, PennDOT announced today. The closure will be in place 24/7 through early April.   During the closure, Morris Road motorists will be directed to Route 202 , Route 73 (Skippack Pike) and School Road. Local access will be maintained up to the construction zone.   Motorists are advised to allow more time for travel near the work area because backups and slowdowns may occur. All scheduled activities are weather dependent.

Arbor Day Tree Giveaway Coming April 24 The Township's Annual Arbor Day Tree Giveaway is set for Sunday, April 24 at 8 a.m. at Prophecy Creek Park. The giveaway features a wide range of native species. Along with free trees, free mulch and deer protection will be distributed to Township residents on a first-come, first-served basis. This is a one-day event and will take place rain or shine. There is a limit of one group of three trees per address or household. No pre-registration is required but homeowners must present identification indicating Whitpain resident status.

Mark Earth Day With April 30 Race/Fun Walk Join the Whitpain Township Parks and Recreation Department, the Whitpain Police Association and Blue Bell Physical Therapy for an Earth Day 5k Race and Fun Walk at Prophecy Creek Park on Saturday, April 30. Race proceeds benefit Whitpain’s open space preservation initiatives, Police Association charities, and the Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation. Leashed dogs are welcome for the fun walk. The Ways Restaurant and Brewery will have refreshing beers on tap after the race. All participants receive a race shirt. Register by April 10 to be guaranteed a shirt in your size and to save on race registration fees. Click here for more information.

Household Hazardous Waste Events Ahead Montgomery County's Household Hazardous Waste Collection Events begin on April 30 in Boyertown. Events are scheduled on May 21 at Temple University-Ambler and June 18 at Norristown Area High School. Click here for more information

County/Township Tax Bills Hitting Mailboxes Montgomery County and Whitpain Township real estate tax bills should be arriving this week. You can receive a 2% discount by paying before April 30th.  For more information, visit www.whitpain-taxes.org.

Supervisors Recognize Retired Librarian   The Board of Supervisors on Tuesday recognized Michelle (Miss Michelle) Miller for her 33 years of service to the community from the Wissahickon Valley Public Library. Miss Michelle was best known for her guitar story times, which were often attended by more than 100 people. She is a beloved educator and supporter of children of all ages. Click here to read a proclamation honoring Miss Michelle

Township Meeting Schedule Township meetings are held in hybrid mode and can be attended in-person or via Zoom. Please go to the Agenda Center for details of each meeting. Click for the Meeting Calendar Click here for the Agenda Center March 8: Planning Commission, 6:30 p.m. March 15: Board of Supervisors, 6 p.m. March 16: Parks and Open Space, 7:30 p.m. March 17: Zoning Hearing Board, 7 p.m. March 28: Human Relations Commission, 5 p.m.

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