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1645 ART SCHOOL ROAD | CHESTER SPRINGS
HOURS: MONDAY -THURSDAY 9AM to 4PM
610-590-5300
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WEST PIKELAND TOWNSHIP NEWSLETTER |
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VOTER REGISTRATION DEADLINE OCTOBER 24
We are 2 months from the voter registration deadline for the November General Election.
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NEW AREA CODE COMING!
Beginning Sept. 2 the new Area Code 835 will join the existing 610 and 484 area codes in Southeastern PA, including Chester County. The new area code will operate the same as the others so no changes in dialing will be necessary.
In September anyone needing a new phone number may be assigned the new 835 area code.
The PA Utility Commission (PUC) urges consumers to prepare for the new area code by; checking devices to verify that area codes are included with all stored numbers; continue to program/save/store phone numbers to all devices using the full 10-digit telephone number; and verify all services and equipment such as automatic dialers, life-safety and medical alert systems, alarm/security systems and security gates, call-forwarding settings and voice mail services recognize the new area code as a valid phone number.
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ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COUNCIL NEWS |
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Growing Water Wise: Tackling Storm Water from Torrent to Trickle
September 22 | October 5 | October 26
West Pikeland Township’s EAC is excited to announce an informative webinar series about all things storm water. Over three separate talks, participants will learn about ways to manage stormwater, keep it clean, and improve the health of our area streams.
Starting on Thursday, September 22nd attendees will learn about stormwater infrastructure with Mike Burns, a second-year PhD student at Villanova whose research focuses on green stormwater infrastructure design, operations, and maintenance. Mike earned his master’s degree in Water Resources and Environmental Engineering in 2021 and has spoken about his research efforts in both national and regional conferences. This talk will focus on green infrastructure and is perfect for any individual who wants to know more about improving absorption of rainwater.
As a home, farm, or property owner, stormwater can be a serious issue. When armed with knowledge on how to better deal with it and keep it clean, property owners can turn it into an asset. On Wednesday, October 5th our second webinar will focus on a watershed friendly certification. Teresa Avery, a Penn State Master Watershed Steward, will take participants through the certification and explain each category. This webinar will be perfect for anyone, and we hope you join us!
The final webinar on Wednesday, October 26th will discuss what the future may hold for rainwater runoff and the challenges it may pose on existing storm water infrastructure and streams. With rainfall data in hand, Cory Trego will discuss what may be on the horizon and how taking steps to slow the flow can improve erosion and the health of streams in our area. Cory has devoted his career to seeking solutions to environmental and water resource challenges. He currently serves as the secretary of the North Coventry Township Environmental Advisory Council and is a member of the Township’s Planning Commission. He currently works as an Environmental Scientist at Gannett Fleming. Previously he was the Water Resources Planner at the Chester County Water Resource Authority and the Project Leader for Trout Unlimited’s Potomac Headwaters Home River Initiative. He holds a Master of Science in Wildlife and Fisheries Resources from West Virginia University and Bachelor of Science in Biology from Lycoming College.
All webinars will be held at 7pm and registration will begin in early September. For registration information, check West Pikeland’s website for a link to the webinar series. Interested participants can register individually for the presentations that most interest them.
Check our page for updates on webinar registration
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Goodbye Summer, Hello Fall!
Chester Springs Library’s summer reading program was a big success! Over 1000 tickets were entered for the End-of-Summer prize drawing, and the library had over 90 programs! There was a Juggling Workshop, a Pirate Treasure Hunt, six family shows at Pine Creek Park, four Making Mosaics classes, a Nursery Rhyme Faire, and an Ice Cream Social to finish everything up! Thank you so much to everyone who participated in summer reading and donated prizes!
Now, we are looking forward to our autumn programming. Fall Story Times begin September 7 and will follow the normal schedule of All Ages Story Times on Mondays and Fridays, and 24 Months and Younger Story Times on Wednesdays. The library is also having an early Grandparent’s Day celebration on September 9 at Pine Creek Park from 10:30 to 11:30am. There’ll be cupcake decorating, a simple craft, and a photo booth station. Plus, Mr. Dan will be there for a Makin’ Music performance! Everyone’s welcome to attend and bring your special loved ones to celebrate.
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Board of Supervisors Meeting |
September 6, 2022 @ 7:30pm
1645 Art School Road, Chester Springs
The public is welcome to attend. Masks are optional. Please enter via the courtyard.
Agendas are posted here the Thursday before meetings |
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Parks and Recreation Meeting
@ Chester Springs Library
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September 8, 2022 @ 7:30pm
1709 Art School Road, Chester Springs
NOTE: This month's meeting will be held at the Chester Springs Library
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September 8, 2022 @ 7:00pm
1645 Art School Road, Chester Springs or via Zoom
The public is welcome to attend. Masks are optional. Please enter via the courtyard.
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September 12, 2022 @ 7:00pm
1645 Art School Road, Chester Springs
The public is welcome to attend. Masks are optional. Please enter via the courtyard.
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Environmental Advisory Council Meeting |
September 13, 2022 @ 7:30pm
1645 Art School Road, Chester Springs
The public is welcome to attend. Masks are optional. Please enter via the courtyard.
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Board of Supervisors Meeting |
September 19, 2022 @ 7:30pm
1645 Art School Road, Chester Springs
The public is welcome to attend. Masks are optional. Please enter via the courtyard.
Agendas are posted here the Thursday before meetings |
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September 26, 2022 @ 6:30pm
In person at 1645 Art School Road and via Zoom
The public is welcome to attend. Masks are optional. Please enter via the courtyard.
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Meeting information, including agendas, can be found on our website
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SIGN UP FOR OUR NEWSLETTERS |
Sign up today for your monthly West Pikeland Township eNewsletters.
Learn the latest news and events in Chester Springs.
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The Music Man at SALT Theatre
September 9 - 25
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Meredith Willson's six-time Tony Award-winning musical comedy has been entertaining audiences since 1957 and is a family-friendly story to be shared with every generation. By turns wicked, funny, warm, romantic and touching, The Music Man is family entertainment at its best. |
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The nature trails at the Mill are open from dawn to dusk.
The Mill is open from 10 am to 4 pm on Saturdays and from 1 pm to 4 pm on Sundays.
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The Mill at Anselma
Demonstration Day
September 10th @ 10am
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September 10th is Demonstration Day at the Mill at Anselma.
The Mill will begin the day with an education series from 9am to
10am and the topic will be Miller's families from 1747 to 1982.
The Chester Springs Library will have a Kid's Craft Table there
too. Stop by for a tour from 10am to 4pm.
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CHESTER COUNTY INFORMATION |
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Assist Emergency Responders
Sign up for Smart911
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Smart911 is a free, secure service for all Chester County residents that provides crucial safety information for 9-1-1 telecommunicators and first responders. Through Smart911, you can link both home and work addresses to mobile phones, you can add information on pets in homes, family medical conditions, vehicle details in the event of an accident, and emergency contacts. All information is optional, is held in confidence for use only by the Chester County 9-1-1 Center, and helps inform firefighters, EMS personnel and law enforcement officers of potentially life-saving details, in the event of an emergency. |
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Proctoring Exams Available at Chester County and Hankin Libraries |
Did you know that library staff members are available to proctor written and online examinations? Proctoring available at Hankin Library and Chester County Library in Exton.
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Chester County Bicycle and Pedestrian Safety Campaign |
In a five-year period between 2015 and 2020, Chester County reported 521 traffic accidents involving pedestrians and cyclists, including, sadly, 25 deaths (source: PennDOT). To help reduce both the number of accidents and the severity of the accidents, Chester County has created a bicycle and pedestrian safety campaign, joining with regional partners to provide simple – but impactful – safety guidance for everyone who uses the county’s roads and trails – whether walking, cycling, or driving.
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Chester County Health Department - Monkeypox |
The Chester County Health Department has activated its Monkeypox Health Operations Center (HOC). With the activation of our HOC, they are committing more resources to the overall outbreak response and are focused on several concurrent priorities. A critical priority is ensuring accurate and factual information is communicated throughout the County.
At this time, the threat of monkeypox remains low and that while this is a rare viral disease, unlike COVID-19, it is not a new disease. Testing for monkeypox, vaccine to prevent or lessen disease severity, and antiviral treatment to help manage the systems are already available.
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