TOWNSHIP OF CONCORD E-NEWSLETTER

March/April 2018

THE CONCORD CONNECTION

Township of Concord DELAWARE COUNTY

43 Thornton Road Glen Mills, PA 19342 610-459-8911 E-mail: office@concordtownship.org Website: www.twp.concord.pa.us Business Office Hours: Monday through Friday 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.

TOWNSHIP COUNCIL: Dominic A. Pileggi - 610-459-3302 John J. Gillespie - 610-361-0566 Elizabeth “Libby” Salvucci - 610-361-0503 Thomas J. Mahoney - 610-361-8651 Margaret “Marge” Franke - 484-326-6382 John Crossan - 302-897-8969 Joshua Twersky - 610-636-2614

TOWNSHIP MANAGER: Amanda E. Serock

Township Meetings & Activities

April 2018

14 - 8-11 a.m. Township Recycling Day

16 - 7:00 p.m. - Planning Commission Public Meeting

17 - 7:00 p.m. - Conditional Use Hearing

Pulte Homes of PA, LP (Spring Lake Tract) Wilmington-West Chester Pike east Residential Community

18 - 7:30 p.m. - Zoning Hearing Board Public Meeting

25 - 7:00 p.m. - Council PC Caucus Agenda Meeting

May 2018

1 - 7:00 p.m. - Township Council Public Meeting

3 - 7:00 p.m. - Park & Rec Board

7 - 12:00 p.m. - Senior Citizens

8 - 7:00 p.m. - Concord Ventures Public Hearing Cont’d

9 - 7:00 p.m. - Historical Commission

15 - Primary Election Day

16 - Lawn Debris Pickup Day

16 - 7:30 p.m. - Zoning Hearing Board Public Meeting

21 - 7:00 p.m. - Planning Commission Public Meeting

28 - Memorial Day - Offices Closed

29 - 7:00 p.m. - Council PC Caucus Agenda Meeting

Township Recycling Day is April 14th

Concord Township Council is proud to sponsor Recycling Day, providing township residents with an opportunity to responsibly recycle electronics (anything with a plug), shred documents, donate used clothing and other household items. In addition, the Delco Mobile Drug Collection Unit will be on site for residents to dispose of their unwanted or expired medications.

Township residents will also have the opportunity to sign up for Lawn Debris Pickup Day scheduled for Wednesday, May 16.

This FREE event is for Concord Township residents ONLY.

PROOF OF RESIDENCY REQUIRED.

LIMIT ONE - TV or CRT computer monitor accepted per Concord Township Household.

NOT ACCEPTED - smoke detectors, large appliances, projection TVs, wooden console TVs, hazardous waste/liquids, loose batteries or fluorescent bulbs.

TVs are NOT TO BE DROPPED OFF PRIOR TO THE EVENT. The facility will be closely monitored for illegal dumping on the premises.

Concord Township Recycling Day

Saturday, April 14, 2018

8 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Public Works Garage

675 Smithbridge Road

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Adopted

Multiple resolutions were adopted as part of March meeting regular business. Copies of each resolution can be found on the township website.

Resolution No. 17-2018: PA Small Water & Sewer Grant Resolution No. 18-2018: Special Purpose Area Mendenhall / Phase 2A Resolution No. 19-2018: Special Purpose Fee Mendenhall / Phase 2A

Resolution No. 20-2018: B.E.T. Associates - 291 Wilmington-West Chester Pike

Multiple resolutions were adopted as part of April meeting regular business. Copies of each resolution can be found on the township website.

Resolution No. 21-2018: Recognition of Michael Kirlin Resolution No. 22-2018: Reaffirmation of the Laughlin-Cliffe Resolution 26-2008 for a lot line change Resolution No. 23-2018: TCDI Grant for Sidewalk Connectivity Study Resolution No. 24-2018: DCNR Open Space Plan Update Grant Resolution No. 25-2018: DCNR First State National Park Trail Connector Feasibility

Resolution No. 26-2018: ROCH Preliminary/Final Land Development

Awarded

At the March meeting, the Colonial Village Sewer Project was awarded to McKenney Construction in the amount of $657,884.10.

At the April meeting, the Station Road Sewer Project was awarded to McKenney Construction in the amount of $68,424.00.

Authorized Advertisement

Storm Water Management Ordinance - as required by state mandate.

Township Road Program - bids to be received in May.

Additional Business and Announcements

The public hearing for Concord Ventures will continue on Tuesday, May 8, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. The State of the Township report was presented by Township Manager Amanda Serock at the March meeting. A link to

The State of the Township report can be viewed on the Council Info, Agendas & Minutes page of the Township Website. Council accepted the resignation of Planning Commission Vice Chairman Michael Kirlin after 15 years of service.

A Conditional Use Hearing for Pulte Homes for a residential land development at 449 Wilmington-West Chester Pike will take place on April 17, 2018 at 7:00 p.m.

Township Council approved minutes are available on our website www.twp.concord.pa.us as are plans currently under review by the Planning Commission and Township Council, and applications before the Zoning Hearing Board.

Sign up on our website to receive e-mail notification of all specially advertised meetings.

The Township Council Agenda for the May meeting will be posted

on the township website by 12 Noon on April 27, 2018.

Township Council Public Meeting Highlights

Planning Commission Vacancy

Concord Township is seeking candidates to fill a vacancy on the Planning Commission (term expires June 7, 2021). The position description can be found on the Planning Commission General Information page of the Township website.

Interested residents are encouraged to submit a cover letter expressing interest and a resume to the Township Manager,

Amanda Serock, via Email: aserock@concordtownship.org on or before April 27, 2018.

Pennsylvania State Police Drug Take-Back Day

April 26, 2018

10 a.m. - 2 p.m.

PA State Police Troop K Media Barracks 1342 West Baltimore Pike, Media, PA 19063

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Now that spring is finally here, get out and explore Concord Township! Did you know there are miles of trails throughout the Township? Check out these sites:

Concord Township Park - These resident favorite paved trails are located at 689 Smithbridge Road, adjacent to the

Rachel Kohl Library and Garnet Valley School District complex. Bring the kids to see the recently renovated, acces-sible playground!

Concord Township Municipal Complex - Not only paved paths around the ballfields, but grass trails through the

local woodlands provide a great alternative to the paved path. These grass trails include a connecting trail, that is steep and challenging, to the rear of the Newlin Grist Mill site.

Newlin Grist Mill - Located at 219 S. Cheyney Road, the Newlin Grist Mill has miles of beautiful trails of varying diffi-

culty. Simply put, it’s a hidden gem within the Township, with year-round events for the whole family. http://www.newlingristmill.org/

Beaver Valley / First State National Historical Park (map attached) - This new park may be in its infancy, but the

Beaver Valley trails are not. It easily rivals the Newlin Grist Mill for the best trails in the Township. https://www.nps.gov/frst/planyourvisit/beaver-valley.htm

Please be sure to follow all applicable rules and regulations for each site. In future newsletters, look for updates on some current trail projects, including the Octoraro Trail and Garnet Valley Greenway!

Be sure to sign up on the Township’s website to receive information regarding Trails, Open Space and more!

Trails

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In March 2017, Delaware County was ordered by the Court to conduct a countywide property tax reassessment, effec-tive for the 2021 tax year. Delaware County Council contracted with Tyler Technologies Inc. in 2017 to provide real property appraisal services for the County’s 2020 general reassessment. The project, which is being implemented through the County Treasurer’s Office, will utilize Tyler’s appraisal and street imaging services. Council also contracted with Eagleview to provide pictometry imagery of properties.

Delaware County has set up a website dedicated to educating residents and answering questions regarding Delaware County’s Tax Reassessment Project. The website includes a video presentation on the Tax Reassessment process. The website can be found here: http://delcorealestate.co.delaware.pa.us/delcoreassessment/

A Reassessment Hotline has also been set up for residents to call with any questions or concerns: 610-891-5695.

Delaware County's Reassessment Process

Parks & Recreation: Easter Egg Hunt

Eva Gillespie won the Jellybean Contest. She guessed 674 and there were 664.

Winner of the Golden Egg in his age group,

Michael Meren. Posing with her family, Olivia Tseng was the Golden Egg winner of the 0-3 age group.

Reese Dewyer, winner of the Golden Egg Contest in her age group.

Jayden Subbiah won the contest for guess-ing the Chicks Basket. He guessed 108 and there was 109!

Adult Easter Egg Hunt!

After being delayed by weather, the Concord Township Easter Egg Hunt took place on Saturday, March 31st.

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Parks & Recreation: Snow Creation Contest

First Place Winners, Kristine and Claire Datte, created a snowman with snow dog.

2nd Place was awarded to the Burford Family who made their snow creation over their mailbox.

3rd Place went to Shannon Lamb who made this sweet pink snow girl.

After the many opportunities given by Mother Nature, Concord Township residents took advantage of the snow from several winter storms to make their snow creations.

The Park & Recreation Department has announced the 2018 Snow Creation Contest winners follow-ing a season with a record number of entries.

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Monthly Township Meetings

TOWNSHIP COUNCIL

1st Tuesday—7:00 p.m.

PLANNING COMMISSION

3rd Monday—7:00 p.m.

PARK & RECREATION BOARD

1st Thursday—7:00 p.m.

ZONING HEARING BOARD

3rd Wednesday—7:30 p.m.

HISTORICAL COMMISSION

2nd Wednesday—7:00 p.m.

HISTORICAL SOCIETY

Check website for schedule

www.concordhist.org

SENIOR CITIZENS

1st Monday—12:00 p.m.

Concord Senior Center

@ConcordTwpPA

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21st Annual Streams Cleanup Day

Saturday, April 21, 2018

9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

The Chester Ridley Crum Watersheds Association hosts volunteers to remove trash and debris from approximately 35 sites throughout Chester, Ridley, and Crum Creek watersheds.

For more event information, to register or to see list of cleanup sites, visit the CRC Streams Cleanup webpage.

“CRC Volunteers = Great Watershed Stewards”

Concord Township Memorial Day Parade

Springwater Plaza to Elam United Methodist Services to follow at Cemetery

May 28th 9:30 a.m.

April 16, 2018 is the last day to register before the Primary Election.

Visit www.votespa.com for election information and to register to vote online.

Dog License Canvas – April 18

The Bureau of Dog Law Enforcement will be con-ducting a license canvas in Delaware County on April 18th. Multiple wardens will be going door to

door educating dog owners as well as checking the status of their dog licenses and rabies vaccinations.

Need to get a dog license?

All dogs three months or older must be licensed by January 1st of each year.

Visit http://www.co.delaware.pa.us/treasurer/dog.html

for more information on Getting a Dog License in Delaware County.