Centre Square Fire Expo On October 7

September 29, 2022

Fire Expo Is October 7

Centre Square Fire Company's 30th Annual Fire Expo is Friday, October 7.

The Expo runs from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at the firehouse at 1298 Skippack Pike. The family-friendly event features firefighting demonstrations, antique fire equipment, refreshments and prizes.

The Expo is held each year as part of Fire Prevention Week. This year, Fire Prevention Week is October 9-15. It is the 100th anniversary of the week.

Click here to download fire safety tips

Grant To Power Solar Lighting

The Township has received a $131,669 grant from the PA Department of Community & Economic Development as part of the Greenways, Trails, and Recreation Program.

The grant award will be used to replace existing lighting at Wentz Run Park and the Township Building Parking lots with solar powered lights. In total, 44 lights, poles, and foundations will be replaced as part of this project. The first phase of the project, which includes the installation of 26 lights, could begin as early as this year if materials are available.

Students Wanted For Roles On Boards And Commissions

The Board of Supervisors has launched a program to appoint high school students to serve as non-voting members on various boards and commissions.

Opportunities for students are available with the Board of Supervisors, Planning Commission, Park & Open Space Board, Shade Tree Commission, Human Relations Commission, and Environmental Advisory Council.

Students can learn more about the opportunity and how to apply by clicking here.

Board of Supervisors Meets October 6

The Board of Supervisors will hold a work session meeting on Thursday, October 6, at 6 p.m. Please note the change to Thursday evening due to the observance of Yom Kippur on October 4. The meeting can be attended in person at the Township Building or joined by Zoom.

Zoom Participation

Click here to join the meeting

Passcode: 624087

Telephone Participation

Dial: 301-715-8592

Webinar ID: 896 0343 3532

Passcode: 624087

Clean Energy Tour In Chester County

Whitpain Township has adopted the Ready For 100 Resolution, a pledge to transition to clean renewable energy.

To learn more about transitioning to solar and other clean energy sources, Chester Chester County is hosting a virtual Clean Energy Tour on October 1st and 2nd. The tour will highlight businesses and residents who are benefiting from the use of clean energy in Chester County. Sign up for the tour here.

Digital Version Of Newsletter Available

An electronic version of the Township's newsletter is now available.

Click here for a sneak peek at the news and Parks and Recreation activities

The printed version of the newsletter will be in mailboxes soon. Delivery was delayed by shipping challenges.

Community Corner

Centre Square Fire Company is hosting a Comedy Show on Saturday, October 22. The show features Paul Bond, Ed McGonigal and John Kostyal. For tickets or information, click here or go here.

A Trivia Night benefiting the American Cancer Society will be held on Saturday, October 22 beginning at 6:30 p.m. at The Empress Room at St. Helena's Church. Gather some friends and don't miss the delicious buffet dinner and fun trivia competition for a worthy cause. Visit the Trivia Night website for more information.

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

October 3: Environmental Advisory Council, 5:30 p.m.

October 6: Board of Supervisors, 6 p.m.

October 11: Planning Commission, 6:30 p.m.

October 12: Shade Tree Commission, 5:30 p.m.

October 18: Board of Supervisors, 6 p.m.

October 19: Parks and Open Space, 7:30 p.m.

October 20: Zoning Hearing Board, 7 p.m.

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