Hatfield Township

March 2010
Community Earth Day Events
Community Earth Day Events
Saturday, April 17
Sign Up for a Volunteer Project by April 8
Plant trees and shrubs, pick up debris and fallen branches, or come up with your own environmental project for Hatfield Township's Earth Day celebration on April 17. Kids, adults, individuals, and clubs are encouraged to volunteer; you provide the labor and we'll provide work gloves and trash bags. Please download and complete the Service Project Reply Form by April 8 and we'll match you up with a work assignment.
 
2 Locations for Paper Shredding & Recycling on April 17
This year we have 2 locations to handle paper shredding and recycling collection. Each location is collecting different materials, be sure to check for the correct location before heading out. These services are free to Hatfield Township and Hatfield Borough residents. Not for commercial use.

Public Works Facility
2590 Unionville Pike
8 a.m. to noon
Paper shredding ends at 11 a.m.
Bring yard waste, cardboard, tires, air conditioners, and refrigerators. Bring old personal documents for secure paper shredding by Nova Records.
 
Penn Services
2869 Sandstone Drive
8 to 11 a.m.
Bring most electronics for recycling and almost all hazardous materials.
 
Read more about our Earth Day events.

Five & Dime Race and Free Health & Fitness Fair - Sunday, April 11
Five & Dime Race
Registration: 7:30 a.m.
Race: 9 a.m.
 
The first race of the 2010 Hat Trick series features a 5-mile run, 10-mile run, and 5-mile family fitness walk. Event includes a flat and fast wheel-measured course, water stations, refreshments, a DJ, and door prizes.
 
Health and Fitness Fair
In addition to the race, health and fitness service providers will showcase their services at the Health and Fitness Fair. Guests at the fair will be able to receive a massage from a therapist, see kids enjoy a bouncy inflatable, and put their name in a drawing for an individual seasonal membership to the Hatfield Aquatic Center.
 
If your business is interested in participating in the fair, please download a business reply form.

5% Early Bird Discount for 2010 Aquatic Center Membership

Hatfield Aquatic Center FunAfter a cold, snowy winter, we're gearing up for a hot, sunny summer! Get your Aquatic Center membership online now and receive a 5% discount on your membership. The early bird discount ends Thursday, May 27, and we open our doors for the early season on Saturday, May 29.
 
For more details about 2010 events and classes at the AC, bookmark the AC section of the website for details all summer long.
College Scholarship
Applications Due April 1 & 2
Hatfield high school seniors heading to college next year are eligible for these local scholarships. Applications and more details are available on the township website. See below to see if you qualify.
 
North Penn Health, Hospital and Education Authority Scholarship
Deadline: April 1

Four scholarships for $1,000 each are available. Eligibility:
  • Graduating high school seniors 
  • Hatfield Township residents 
  • Top 25% of their graduating class 
  • Plan to pursue a degree in education or healthcare
Applicants must submit a completed application, personal essay, and 2 letters of recommendation. Read more & download an application.
 
Officer William J. Chapman Officer William J. Chapman Memorial Scholarship
Deadline: April 2
 
Four scholarships for $500 each are available. Eligibility:
  • Graduating high school seniors from North Penn High School, Christopher Dock High School, Lansdale Catholic High School, Calvary Baptist, or Souderton Area High School
  • Plan to pursue an undergraduate degree in a public service-oriented field such as criminal justice/law, education, social work, or medicine
Applicants must submit a completed application, a copy of their high school transcript, and a letter of recommendation. The scholarship board will interview applicants during the week of April 12. Read more & download an application.

Hatfield Township

The next Board of Commissioners meeting will be Wednesday, March. 24 at 7:30 p.m. Download an agenda.
In This Issue
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on Twitter
Add @hatfieldpa to your Twitter list for the latest updates from Township Manager, Andrew Haines.
 
A sampling of recent tweets:
 
Amy Simmonds (P/R dept) facilitated another gr8t Musik Kords 2day; check out the Rec portion of Twp site to learn more.
 
"beware the ides of march"..did u turn ur clock ahead 1 hour? EAC & Shade Tree mtg 2nite @ 7pm. Come advocate for a Green Twp. 
 
Keep dry this wknd with all the rain coming; keep ur inlets clear of debris to help the water flow and prevent high h2o.
 
Listen 2 my colleague Nancy Stock (P/R Dir) on WNPV 1440AM radio 2day from noon-1pm during Darryl Berger's "Please Comment" show.
Recreation & Aquatic Center Newsletter on its Way
The Hatfield Connection summer issue is on its way to mailboxes soon. Can't wait? Download the issue for more about the Hat Trick races, Aquatic Center membership information, and details on new programs (like Mad Science Camp!)

Real Estate Tax Discount Period Ends March 31

Don't miss out on the Real Estate Tax 2% discount; pay your taxes by March 31.
 
Ms. Murphy offers business hours at both the Hatfield Township Municipal Building and her Lenhart Road Office for questions and payments. She can also be reached at 215-393-1781.
 
U.S. post-marked payments are accepted, or residents may submit payments in the mail slot in the office door at 2028 Lenhart Road at any time.
 
View 2010 tax collector office hours.