Delaware County Health Department Now Providing Pediatric COVID-19 Vaccinations and Pfizer Bivalent COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Shots 

The Delaware County Health Department (DCHD) is providing Pediatric COVID-19 vaccinations to children between the ages of 6 months and 5 years of age on Thursday, Sept. 29—and on alternating Thursdays throughout the fall of 2022 — at the Health Department Wellness Center in Yeadon.

Although appointments are strongly recommended, walk-ins will be accommodated if possible. Interested parents and caregivers can schedule their child’s appointment online at delcopa.gov/vax (or click the “Schedule Your Appointment” button below).

Upcoming dates include Sept. 29, Oct. 13, Oct. 27, Nov. 10 and Nov. 24.

Pediatric COVID-19 vaccinations are free, and no health insurance is required. 

Pediatric COVID-19 vaccinations can also be obtained directly through healthcare providers such as urgent care centers and pharmacies. Please use the Federal website, vaccines.gov, to find locations and determine appointment availability and requirements.

Pfizer Bivalent COVID-19 Vaccine Booster Shots 

In addition to the pediatric COVID-19 vaccinations being provided on alternating Thursdays, DCHD is also providing COVID-19 vaccinations and boosters — including the new bivalent formulation of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine booster — to Delaware County residents on alternating Thursdays, beginning Thursday, September 22, at the Health Department Wellness Center in Yeadon.

The new bivalent boosters—developed specifically to combat Omicron subvariants BA.4 and BA.5—were approved for use by the FDA on August 31, 2022 and give individuals broader protection against COVID-19.

The Pfizer-BioNTech formulation of the bivalent COVID-19 vaccine booster is approved for use for people 12 years of age and older. Adolescents must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver in order to receive a booster shot. 

Upcoming dates include Oct. 6, Oct. 20, Nov. 3 and Nov. 17.

Note that the Moderna bivalent formulation COVID-19 vaccine booster is not yet available at DCHD vaccine clinics, but individuals who have previously received the Moderna series and/or boosters are welcome to receive the Pfizer bivalent booster.

The Wellness Center at Chester and Vaccinations at 69th Street Terminal

DCHD will make the new bivalent formulation of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine booster available to residents on Monday, September 26, at the Delaware County Wellness Center at Chester and on alternating Mondays throughout the fall. This is in addition to the regular monoclonal COVID-19 vaccines and boosters that continue to be offered to residents.

Upcoming Chester dates include Sept. 26, Oct. 24, Nov. 7 and Nov. 21. The Chester Wellness Center will be closed on Oct. 10 in recognition of Columbus Day.

DCHDD will also be offering the new bivalent formulation of the Pfizer-BioNTech COVID-19 vaccine booster bivalent COVID-19 vaccine at the 69th Street Terminal in Upper Darby on Wednesday, September 28, and select future dates to be announced.

Although appointments are recommended for adults and children ages 5+, walk-ins will be accommodated if possible. Appointments can be scheduled online at delcopa.gov/vax (or click the “Schedule Your Appointment” button below).

For additional information, please contact the Delaware County Health Department Wellness Line, available Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., by phone at (484) 276 – 2100 or by email at DelcoWellness@co.delaware.pa.us. 

The team at the Delaware County Health Department Wellness Center at Yeadon

In Pennsylvania, residents who wish to vote must first register to vote — or update their existing registration if they have moved or changed their legal name — by Monday, October 24, 2022.

Voters in Delaware County have a variety of options for registering to vote, including paper applications, in-person registration, and online registration.

To expedite the registration process, voters are urged to register online. Online registration is quick and easy. During the registration process, applicants can elect to receive a mail-in ballot application. 

To register online, visit the PA Department of State website online application page. Individuals who are unsure of their registration status can also visit the PA Department of State website to confirm registration. Both resources, as well as an online request form for a mail-in ballot, are linked via the buttons below.

As a reminder, to be eligible in Pennsylvania, an individual must be a U.S. citizen; at least 18 years of age by Election Day and a resident at your current address at least 30 days before the election. Note that incarcerated, imprisoned, or paroled individuals may register if they are pretrial detainees not currently serving a sentence for a felony conviction. Those currently serving a sentence for felony conviction are not eligible to vote.

Board of Elections Meeting Scheduled for Tuesday, September 27

The Delaware County Board of Elections will meet on Tuesday, September 27, 2022 at 9:00 a.m. in the County Council Room of the County Government Center at 201 W. Front St. in Media.

The Board will consider election-administrative items, including preparations for the Nov. 8, 2022 General Election, including a report from the James P. Allen, the Director of Elections, the Solicitor’s Report, an update regarding ballot drop boxes in Marple, Millbourne, and Aston, and an update regarding polling place assignments affecting some sites in Chester Heights, Darby Township, Darby Borough, and Upper Darby. 

Public comment is encouraged and accepted in-person. 

Delaware County Elections Participates in League of Women Voters’ Hot Topic Talk

On September 16, members of Delaware County Elections, including James P. Allen, Director of Elections Operations, participated in the latest “Hot Topic Talk”, a Zoom-based panel discussion series hosted by the League of Women Voters of Delaware County that focuses on a variety of civic topics.

Hosted by Anne Mosakowski, President League of Women Voters of Central Delaware County, and accessible to members of the press and the public, the 78-minute Zoom features an informative exchange of information regarding the upcoming Nov. 8 General Election and the election process in general.

The Zoom can be viewed on the League of Women Voters of Delaware County YouTube channel, linked below.

StoryWalk features 'Evelyn Del Rey is Moving Away' by Newbery Medalist Meg Medina

During the September 21 public meeting, Delaware County Council unanimously voted to adopt a resolution to establish The Delaware County Commission for Immigrant Affairs.

County Council recognizes the critical need to proactively address the needs of immigrant communities in Delaware County, through the intentional engagement of County residents and community partners.

"We are thankful for Council's leadership and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, which is evident by the unanimous passage of this resolution,” said Delaware County’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer Lauren Footman. “The Immigrant Affairs Commission will be a vital piece of our equity journey, as we continue to ensure our practices, programs, and initiative are reflective of our County's diversity. This Commission will help us celebrate and amplify the diversity of and within our Immigrant Community."

The Delaware County Commission for Immigrant Affairs will provide review and recommendations to Council and pertinent County Departments which address the needs of immigrant communities in Delaware County.  

The Commission will:

• Strengthen the voices of local immigrant communities
• Advise County Council and pertinent County Departments on policies and programs to improve the lives of immigrants within Delaware County
• Share resources and raise awareness about the history, geography, and culture of the various immigrant communities represented within Delaware County

The members of the Commission will be comprised of the County’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Officer and ten residents of Delaware County appointed by County Council. The Commission members will elect a Chair to set agendas, preside over meetings and perform other leadership functions, as well as a Vice-Chair and a secretary, and will hold public meetings at least quarterly at a publicly advertised time and place to be determined by the Commission.

Residents interested in applying to serve on the Commission can learn more and apply on the County Clerk's Board Vacancies web page, accessible through the button below.

SEPTA has embarked on an ambitious, once-in-a-generation effort to transform and modernize the nation’s largest trolley network — and they are looking for feedback from Delaware County residents. 

The Trolley Modernization Program is a full-scale redesign and remodel of the current trolley system — which includes the Media (101), Sharon Hill (102), and 11 and 13 (in Darby, Yeadon, and Colwyn) lines here in Delaware County — and is a key initiative of SEPTA Forward, the Authority’s Strategic Plan to create a “lifestyle transit network” connecting destinations across the region by providing accessible, fast, and easy-to-access service on a modernized trolley system. 

The Trolley Modernization Program will also replace each of the 1980s-era trolleys in the SEPTA fleet, with all new trolleys compliant with the Americans with Disabilities Act and easily accessible to residents.

With the help of the public’s input, the modernization program will introduce beautiful new station designs and will ensure that stops are easy to find, with level boarding, and, most critically, consistent service that makes it easy for riders to get where they are going.

Many members of the public have already provided input, with more than 5,000 participants offering their guidance regarding what stations should include. Feedback has ranged from station spacing and trolley traffic signal prioritization to the provision of real-time information/signage, improved lighting, better benches, and more!

Now, the public is being asked to provide feedback regarding conceptual station designs, including colors, and lighting for all trolley stations across the SEPTA system.

Once this design phase of the Trolley Modernization Program is complete, the public will be able to weigh in on more specific stations design and construction projects as the program is phased in on lines, in addition to other Trolley Modernization Program projects like line extensions. However, the essential station design will be final after this current study is complete.

To provide feedback, SEPTA has created an easy-to-use online survey, linked via the button below. For more information and details on Trolley Modernization and other SEPTA Forward initiatives, please visit the SEPTA Forward website.

In addition to the online survey, Delaware County residents will have the opportunity to provide feedback regarding trolley station designs at the Upper Darby International Festival (the 100 block of Garrett Road) on Sat., Sept. 24, from 12 noon to 6 p.m., and at Dining Under the Stars in Media on Wed., Sept. 28 from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m.

Delaware County Department Emergency Services is holding a full-day informational open house on Sat., October 1, to recruit new 911 Public Safety Telecommunicators.

There are several openings and Emergency Services is actively recruiting within the County. These positions provide competitive pay (starting $51K annual salary) and a great benefits package.

The full-day open house will allow Delaware County residents interested in pursuing a job at the 911 Center to speak directly with the team, gather information about open positions, and get details about the upcoming Department of Emergency Services 2022 Fall Class of Public Safety Telecommunicators—a comprehensive 20-hour paid instructional class that provides new employees with all of the training and preparation they’ll need to succeed at the 911 Center.

OPEN HOUSE DETAILS

Delaware County Emergency Services Open House

360 N. Middletown Road, Media, PA 19063

Saturday, October 1, 2022, 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.

While walk-ins are welcome, interested individuals are urged to RSVP via email prior to the Open House. Please email Ashanay Graham (at GrahamA@co.delaware.pa.us) or Charles Carfagno (at CarfagnoC@co.delaware.pa.us) to confirm your interest in attending the Open House. Attendance at the Open House is NOT a requirement for consideration. Interested individuals can apply for open positions directly through the Delaware County website at delcopa.gov/jobs. 

General questions about the Open House, the upcoming Fall Class of Public Safety Telecommunicators, and all County positions can be emailed to delcojob@co.delawere.pa.us. 

MORE ABOUT THE POSITION

Individuals are responsible for receiving 9-1-1 emergency and non-emergency calls from the public and initiating the appropriate police, ambulance, or fire response with the use of a computer aided dispatch (CAD) system, and communicate pre-arrival medical, fire and law enforcement instructions to callers.

An ideal candidate is someone comfortable making quick decisions, coordinating multiple tasks at one time, and can remain calm, professional and even-tempered during emergency situations. 

THE DEPARTMENT OF EMERGENCY SERVICES’ MISSION

The mission of the Department of Emergency Services is to promote and assist in providing safety and security to Delaware County citizens so they can work, live, and grow in a healthy and safe community.

Delaware County is seeking board members for several County boards including:

• Delaware County Commission on Immigrant Affairs
• Delaware County Drug & Alcohol Planning Council
• Delaware County Library Board
• Delaware County Redevelopment Authority
• Delaware County Solid Waste Authority
• Heritage Commission
• Hero Scholarship Fund of Delaware County, Inc.

Applications for Drug & Alcohol Planning, the Heritage Commission, and the Library Board will be accepted through 5:00 p.m. on Monday, September 26, applications for the Hero Scholarship Fund , the Redevelopment Authority, and Solid Waste Authority will be accepted through 5:00 p.m. on Friday, September 30. Applications for the Delaware County Commission on Immigrant Affairs will be accepted through 5:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 1. 

WHAT DO BOARDS DO?

Although the responsibilities and goals differ from one board to another, board members play a critical role in establishing oversight, defining the board’s mission and vision, improving the board’s focus and effectiveness, shaping the County’s culture, serving stakeholders, establishing and updating policies, setting goals, and measuring the board’s performance based on those goals.

Delaware County encourages interested residents who can contribute their time, energy, and passion, to complete the brief online application. Applicants must provide their name, address, contact information, current employer/occupation, a brief explanation as to why they are interested in serving on a particular Board, and attach an up-to-date resume.

DETAILS REGARDING BOARD OPENINGS

Delaware County Drug & Alcohol Planning Council

Location: Government Center Building, Media, PA

Openings: 3 Vacancies with a term ending September 2025

Application Deadline: September 26, 2022

Details: CLICK HERE

Heritage Commission

Location: Government Center Building, Media, PA

Openings: 1 Vacancy 

Application Deadline: September 26, 2022

Details: CLICK HERE

Delaware County Library Board

Location: Government Center Building, Media, PA

Openings: 3 Vacancies

Application Deadline: September 26, 2022

Details: CLICK HERE

Hero Scholarship Fund of Delaware County, Inc.

Location: Government Center Building, Media, PA

Openings: 6 Vacancies

Application Deadline: September 30, 2022

Details: CLICK HERE

Delaware County Redevelopment Authority

Location: Government Center Building, Media, PA

Openings: 1 Vacancy

Application Deadline: September 30, 2022

Details: CLICK HERE

Delaware County Solid Waste Authority

Location: 1521 N. Providence Road, Media, PA

Openings: 2 Vacancies

Application Deadline: September 30, 2022

Details: CLICK HERE

Delaware County Commission on Immigrant Affairs

Location: Government Center Building, Media, PA

Openings: 10 Vacancies

Application Deadline: November 1, 2022

Details: CLICK HERE

Delaware County Council, the Delaware County Parks & Recreation Department, and the Redwood Community Playhouse present Redwood Spirit Week 2022, a fun-filled four-day celebration of the Redwood Community that promotes health and wellness for seniors in Upland and the surrounding community.

The Redwood Community Playhouse (Upland Park’s Best Kept Secret)

Upland Park is the home of the Redwood Community Playhouse, a County-operated facility that provides free activities and a variety of entertaining programs each week for hundreds of local seniors. 

Examples include senior social dances, country line dancing, Zumba, art classes, Wii bowling, weekly exercise classes and more!

Redwood Spirit Week Schedule

Tuesday, Sept. 27

• 11:00 a.m. Health Seminars for Baby Boomers. Topics: Fall Prevention & Bereavement Support. Lunch will be provided!
• 1:00 p.m. Karaoke with DJ Steve Kurtz.

Wednesday, Sept. 28

• 9:00 a.m. Assisting the Upland Baptist Church food bank.
• 1:00 p.m. Matter of Balance series with COSA.
• 4:00 p.m. Music Bingo hosted by Steve Kurtz.

Thursday, Sept. 29

• 5:00 p.m. Thursday Night Dance: Live performances by Steve Cofield and Sweet, and by Redwood Thursday Night Players (theater club). Dinner will be provided, and special recognition will be provided to instructors, long-time members, and those over 90.

Friday, Sept. 30

• 12:00 p.m. Tai Chi class with Redwood Instructor Mary Ellen.

All events are free and open to the public. The Redwood Community Playhouse is located at 280 6th Street in Brookhaven. Ample free parking is available next to the playhouse.

The 21st annual Run for Heroes 5K will be held on Sunday, October 9, at 9 a.m. at the Springfield Township Building, located at 50 Powell Road in Springfield. 

The Run for Heroes 5K walk/run is the largest fundraiser for the Delaware County Hero Scholarship Fund, which was established in 1977 by County Council to provide education scholarships for the children of police, firefighters, and emergency medical personnel who were killed in the line of duty.

Since the run was founded in 2000, over $680,000 has been raised!

The Run for Heroes 5K winds through the Scenic Hills and Colonial Park section of the Township, and is enjoyed by walkers, and both casual and competitive runners — with cash prizes for top racers.

Participants can sign-up to run/walk as individuals or as teams, and fundraising is encouraged (but not required). Individuals can sign-up during the early registration period for $30, and family/team (up to 5 people) can register for $125. Race/Tech shirts will be given to the first 350 participants that check-in on race day.

For more information, including race day details, fundraising info, and the online donation page (you don’t have to participate to contribute to the fund!), please visit the Delaware County Pennsylvania Annual Run For Heroes website, or register directly on the Run the Day website, both linked below. 

A special thank you to the Major sponsors, including Delaware County FOP Lodge 27 and Conicelli Toyota!

Delaware County Govt Official 2022 Calendar

Meet your Delaware County Council members

The Delaware County Health Department website