April 21, 2022

Earth Day Celebrated With Students

The Township's Earth Day celebration returned to Prophecy Creek Park today. The celebration, which was split into morning and afternoon sessions, recognizes students’ environmentally focused art and poetry entries.

Approximately 100 students from Wissahickon elementary schools participated along with students from St. Helena School and Holy Rosary Regional School. In total, the Township received entries from 130 classrooms.

At the event, the Township was once again recognized as a Tree City USA community. The Township has received this award annually since 1994.  

Pictured below (left to right) with A Tree City USA flag are: Kim Koch, Board of Supervisors Chair, Nancy Thillet, Whitpain Park & Open Space Board, Supervisor Joyce Keller, and Kayla Kehres, a state Forestry representative. 

Supervisors Approve Good Governance Measures

The Board of Supervisors unanimously passed two good governance resolutions at its meeting Tuesday.

The first resolution deals with term limits and supports limiting a supervisor’s tenure in office at three terms.

The second resolution establishes a policy for review of professional services on a cyclical basis and sets procedures for the issuance, submission, and review of request for proposals.

“I am pleased that my colleagues and I were able to pass these two resolutions,” said Township Supervisor Scott Badami. “Although experience and tenure in office are important, establishing reasonable term limits allows for new perspectives and fresh ideas. Similarly, experience and continuity in professional services is valuable, but a continual evaluation and oversight of these services is needed to ensure that the Township is receiving the highest possible level of service at the best price.”

Leaf Collection Scheduled For Next Week

Leaf collection is scheduled for next Tuesday and Wednesday, April 26 and April 27.

Residents living south of Skippack Pike will have their leaf and yard waste collected on Tuesday and those living north of Skippack Pike will have their collection on Wednesday.

Please click here for a map of the two collection areas

If your pickup is missed, you must call the Township the day of collection at 610-277-2400. This program is not available to private communities.

Real Estate Tax Discount Period Ends April 30

The deadline to receive a 2% discount on your real estate tax payment is April 30^th. 

For tax collector office hours, FAQs and online payment, go to www.whitpain-taxes.org. 

Chefs Of The Burbs Planned For May 18

The Rotary Club of Blue Bell will host the 16th Annual Chefs of the Burbs at the Manor House at Prophecy Creek Park on May 18.

Guests can sample cuisine from local restaurants and enjoy beer, wine, music, and many auction items. Proceeds from the event will fund local charitable organizations that benefit children and families. Beneficiaries selected this year include Family Promise Montco PA, Wissahickon Valley Boys and Girls Club, Do Better for Steve, Rotoplast, Whitpain Township Parks and Recreation Summer Camps, and the Charitable Foundation of the Rotary Club of Blue Bell.

Click here for details

Fireworks Display Planned In Whitemarsh

A fireworks display is planned for Saturday, April 30 at 9:40 p.m. at the Whitemarsh Valley Country Club. Please note the date and time if fireworks are a concern for anyone in your home or pets. 

County Household Hazardous Waste Events Begin April 30

The first Montgomery County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Event is April 30 in Gilbertsville. An event is scheduled for May 21 at Temple University Ambler.

Click here for more information 

Historical Society Holding Open House This Sunday

The Wissahickon Valley Historical Society is holding an Open House from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. this Sunday, April 24, at the “1895 Public School” at 799 West Skippack Pike in Blue Bell. Vaccinations are required and, in keeping with Montgomery County’s guidelines, masks are optional but preferred.

Visitors will find three floors of exhibits dedicated to the history of Ambler Borough and Whitpain and Lower Gwynedd Townships. The museum’s second floor is set up as an early 20^th-century classroom. In addition, a special exhibit will feature treasures from the collection not usually on display.

For questions, please contact the historical society: info@WValleyHS.org or 215-646-6541.