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TOWNSHIP CLICKS
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Key To The Township
Sean McComb, the 2014 National Teacher of the Year, receives a key to the Township at the Board of Supervisors meeting, Thursday, January 22, 2015.
(L. to R.): Eric Elvanian, UMASD Board Member; Dr. Jane Callaghan, UMASD Superintendent of Schools; Greg Waks, UM Township Supervisor; Sean McComb, 2014 National Teacher of the Year and Township Key Recipient; Donald McComb, Sean's father; and Emily McComb, Sean's sister.
Members of UMPD receive Unit Citation for home invasion case
(L. Picture): Officer Michael Ballman receives Chief's Commendation for home invasion case
(R. Picture): Detective Elbert Lee receives Chief's Commendation for home invasion case
Members of UMPD receives Unit Citation for double homicide case
Members of Montgomery County Detective Bureau Unit receives Citation for double homicide case
Members of the Montgomery County District Attorney Office Unit receives Citation for successful prosecution of double homicide
Officer Gerald Davis CMSWAT (Central Montgomery County Special Weapons and Tactics) is named 2014 SWAT Officer of the Year
(All Photos taken by Don Herbert, UMGA-TV's Television Coordinator)
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COMMUNITY
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Words of Wisdom
Sean McComb (pictured above), a 2001 Upper Merion High School graduate believes, "All children need a champion: an adult in their lives who values them, believes in them, and expects great things from them until the children can come to expect those things of themselves." {This introductory excerpt of McComb was read by Greg Philips, BOS Chairperson at the January 22, 2015 BOS meeting) Stay tuned to UMGA-TV and social media for McComb's acceptance speech.
Crew Team Fundraiser
The Upper Merion Crew Team's 3rd Annual Mulch Fundraiser runs until February 2; delivery of mulch is March 7. Black and Cedar mulch bags (2 cubic feet) are available at $4.75 each. For pick up or how you can get a free delivery call 610-265-1981 or visit the website here.
At Your Service.....
Neighhborhood Meals On Wheels is a non-profit organization that has volunteers who deliver meals to residents who have difficulty with shopping for food and preparing meals. Service may be either temporary or long-term. More information? Visit www.neighborhoodmealsonwheels.com
"The Road to Valley Forge"
On Saturday, February 7 at 2:00 PM at the Christ Church Old Swedes, Sheila Vance will talk about the six days George Washington and his army spent at Gulph Mills and Rebel Hill, which is where she grew up.
Rambler's NEW Schedule
The new Rambler brochure, effective Saturday, January 24 can be found here. Click here for more information.
Blood Drive
The Upper Merion Township Building is hosting a Red Cross Blood Drive on Monday January 26, at 7:00 PM in Freedom Hall.
The Community Alliance for a Safer Tomorrow (CAST) is holding a Stress Management Seminar on Tuesday, January 27 from 7:00 to 8:15 PM in the Large Group Instruction Room at UMAHS. Sign up: sshelton@umasd.org or call 610-304-5533.
MLK Day - "Thanks To All"
The Upper Merion Martin Luther King Jr. National Holiday Committee joined forces with St. Peter's School (3rd & Lombard), Gettysburg College Alumni, Friends Central School, PhilaNOMA, and other groups and individuals to bring, prepare, and serve brunch to residents of Bethesda Broad Street during our MLK Day of Service project. David Broida, retired Parks and Recreation Director says, "Thank you to all!"
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Stop On By
We're open on Saturday, January 31 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM. 2015. Grab a cup of hot coffee while you're here!
Like Us/Follow Us
Join us on Facebook and Twitter for any last minute changes to our vendor line-up.
Stay In Touch
Log onto the UMFM website here throughout the holiday season.
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PARKS AND RECREATION
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Activities Cancelled
Due to expected inclement weather on Saturday, January 24, all Parks and Recreation activities are cancelled. Please view website for future listings.
Please Vote!!!
The "Concerts Under the Stars" series is nominated as one of the "BEST" in Montgomery County for the "Outdoor Event 2015" category, according to Montco Happening Magazine. Please vote before February 28. Click here
Feedback Needed
Please take the Parks & Recreation Comprehensive Master Plan Survey! Your opinions are a valuable contribution to the future of Upper Merion Township Parks. Survey found here. The next public meeting for the the P & R Master Plan Subcommittee will be held on February 3, at 6:30 PM in the Valley Forge Room.
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SAFETY AND CODES
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Generator Fire Safety
Portable generators are useful when temporary or remote electric power is needed, but they can be hazardous. Here's what you need to know. Click here.
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SENIOR CENTER
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Senior Fall Fling Meeting
Join us on Tuesday, January 27 at 9:30 AM in the Valley Forge Room of the Township Building. We are planning for the 2015 Senior Fall Fling.
Want More?
Check out the UMSSC website for more details on all the events.
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LIBRARY
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Book Talk
Dr. Charles Blockson will appear on Saturday, February 7 at 2:00 PM in Henderson Room. Blockson will discuss his book, The President's House Revisited behind the Scenes: the Samuel Fraunces Story.
Winter Story Times
You can register your child for the 6-week winter story time session, starting January 26. Options available for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and families. It's FREE, educational, and fun! Register here.
Family Fort Night
Bring the whole family on Friday, January 30 at 4:30 PM to the library with blankets, sheets, books, and games to create your very own fort. Don't forget your flashlight and smile! Register here.
Dance Party
Dance your socks off at this can't-miss event for children from birth -5 years and their families on Saturday, January 31 at 10:30 AM in Freedom Hall. Register here.
Tax Return Changes
If you prepare your own tax return we have some important information for you. The IRS appropriations were significantly cut this year, resulting in fewer forms being available. Click on library for more details.
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KOP Marble Buildings
Some Philadelphia buildings constructed with King of Prussia marble include: First Bank of the United States, Franklin Institute (Atwater Kent Museum), Merchants' Exchange, and Founder's Hall at Girard College. KOP blue marble was also used in Fort Mifflin and the Senate Reception Hall in the Capitol in Washington, D.C. The checker-board aisle of Savannah, Georgia's Independent Presbyterian Church was built of King of Prussia marble: evidence that this commodity was shipped to different parts of America.
Source: King of Prussia Historical Society
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Website Down
The township website will undergo maintenance from 10:00 PM, Saturday January 31, through 6:00 AM, Sunday February 1. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. The upgrades are intended to improve stability, strengthen security and increase access speeds for the residents and visitors to our website.
Community Service
The following township citizen boards (updated on January 21) have vacancies. Click here.
Get Connected
View our township website here.
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