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TOWNSHIP CLICKS
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Community Center Campaign The Parks and Recreation Department set the stage at the BOS Workshop on Thursday, April 9, for the Upper Merion Community Center to begin its campaign for area residents and non-residents to join the ultramodern $14 million facility. The anticipated FALL opening will be the go to place for residents and neighboring communities to socialize, exercise, and educate themselves in what will be the new home of the Upper Merion Parks and Recreation Department and the Upper Merion Senior Service Center. Become a Charter Passholder member today! (Location: 431 W. Valley Forge Road, King of Prussia) Market Countdown Begins! The Upper Merion Farmers Market, located at the Township Building, opens in 5 weeks!!! A chicken barbecue will kick off the Opening Day Celebration on Saturday, May 16 from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
KOP-BID Awards Waks
Greg Waks, BOS Supervisor, received a KOP-BID award for Leadership on Tuesday, April 7 at the KOP District Economic Outlook Meeting.
(Pictured l. to r.) Eric Goldstein, KOP-BID Executive Director; Greg Waks, BOS Supervisor; Bob Hart, General Manager of KOP Mall
(Image courtesy King of Prussia District (c) Weld Photography)
PGCB In KOP
The Upper Merion Township Building hosted the Pennsylvania Gaming Control Board's public meeting, on Wednesday April 8 in Freedom Hall. This meeting considered the renewal of the Category 3 casino license, which is currently issued to Valley Forge Convention Center Partners, LP (operators of Valley Forge Casino Resort).
(Picture taken by: Don Herbert, Television Services Coordinator)
UMGA-TV & Vimeo
UMGA-TV's Live and archived programming is on Vimeo. Residents can view current and past Board of Supervisors business meetings, "on demand" at any time from their computer or mobile devices. Additional programs are being uploaded.
(Click the screenshot above to visit the site) 
Cop Camp
Cop Camp cadets are taught teamwork, lessons in personal safety, respect for themselves and respect for others as they participate in exciting well-organized police activities. It all begins Monday, June 15-19, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Heuser Park (694 West Beidler Rd) . Register here.
Special thanks to Justin Friend, Public Information Assistant, who inserts all pictures and video content each and every week in Township Clicks...sometimes within a few minutes to spare. That's NO small task.
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COMMUNITY
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Digging Deep
Archaeologist Kimberly Morrell will share her experiences unearthing local archaeological discoveries. Morrell will discuss her findings on April 11 at 2:00 PM at Christ Church Old Swedes. This FREE program is open to the public and sponsored by the King of Prussia Historical Society.
Future of Historic ParksThere's still time for you to shape the future of a National Historic Park. Please take this survey on Valley Forge and share your knowledge and opinions because your voice matters.
Taste of The Suburbs
This annual fundraiser , on Sunday, April 12 from 6:30 PM to 9:00 PM at the King of Prussia Mall, is hosted by the King of Prussia Rotary. Sample signature menu items from over 30 of the area's top restaurants and wineries. Purchase your tickets today.
CAST Scholarship Application
The Community Alliance for a Safer Tomorrow is awarding a $1000 scholarship to a high school senior who resides in Upper Merion Township and plans to live on campus at a four-year college or university next year. Please view the information on the criteria, essay, and application.
Get Ready!
Feel The Warmth is preparing for its 2015 School Supply and Uniform Drive! This non-profit organization was able to distribute more than 750 backpacks, nearly 400 uniforms, and hundreds of school supplies to less fortunate students in the greater Philadelphia area from September 2014 through February 2015. Stay updated by visiting www.feelthewarmth.org.
Meals On Wheels
Non-profit Neighhborhood Meals On Wheels volunteers deliver meals to residents who have difficulty with shopping for food and preparing meals. Service may be either temporary or long-term. For more information please visit our website www.neighborhoodmealsonwheels.com
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FARMERS MARKET
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See You There!
On Sunday, April 12 from 11:00 AM to 4:00 PM, join us at the Philly Farm and Food Fest at the Pennsylvania Convention Center. Market staff will be on the exhibit floor, instead of in a booth this year, supporting our past & present vendors, while meeting new ones. The Market is open every other Saturday. Visit the
website for more.
E-Newsletter Sign Up
Sign up to join our mailing list and receive our e-newsletter. Get the latest updates on what's fresh at the market. Find out about our fun-filled special events.
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LIBRARY
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Teen Movie Matinee
Enjoy the movie Mocking Jay with us on Sunday, April 19 at 1:30 pm in Freedom Hall. Bring your friends. Snacks will be served.
Cinco De Mayo
Celebrate with us Tuesday, May 5 from 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM.
Dinner Out
Bertucci's suggests you can dine in, carry out or have your meal delivered on Thursday, April 16 from 1:00 AM to 9:00 PM. Proceeds (15%) benefit the library., carry out or delivery.
Location: 711 S. Trooper Road, Audubon.
Family Reading Month
Stop by the library in April to pick up a calendar of events. Read for 20 minutes each day with your child and earn chances to enter our grand prize drawing!
Spring Story Times
It's not too late to sign up your child for story time! Special story times available for infants, toddlers, preschoolers, and families. Choose weekday mornings, afternoons, or evenings, and even Saturdays! Read fun books, sing songs and improve literacy.
Environmental Jeopardy
Students in grades 5-8 can celebrate Earth Day by participating in Environmental Jeopardy on Monday, April 13 from 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM. No registration required.
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PARKS AND RECREATION
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Earth Day Festival/5K Run & Fun Walk
Join us on Saturday, April 25 from 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM for Earth Day activities that include: park cleanups, environmental giveaways, crafts and more. The 5K Run/Fun Walk event starts at 8:30 AM at the Upper Merion Township Building Park Pheasant Road entrance.
UMCC - Fall Opening!
The Upper Merion Community Center is sharing details about the basic amenities, programs, and rental opportunities. Follow us on Twitter and Like Us on Facebook for continual updates. The summer edition of Township Lines will take you inside the facility. Stay Tuned.
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SAFETY AND CODES
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Need To Recycle?
Search for a recycling solution here.
Recycling Events
Here are a few Montgomery County paper shredding and tire collection events.
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PUBLIC WORKS
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Signed, Sealed, Delivered
The repairs on South Warner Road are complete. Take a look at PW's newly designed Facebook page.
Road Work
PennDOT is going to mill the section of South Gulph Road by Bill Smith Boulevard as well as Henderson Road and Route 202 on Sunday, April 12, starting at midnight. The work zone area will be flagged to maintain a lane of travel. A resurfacing date has not been scheduled at this time.
Let's Fix It
For information related to roadway concerns including, reporting pothole locations, stormwater and drainage concerns, traffic related concerns, or property damage incurred by PennDOT, call 1-800-FIX-ROAD. Or, share your concern here. Which roads are considered township roads and not state roads?
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SENIOR CENTER
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Wellness Expo 55 PLUS
It all takes place on Tuesday, May 19 from 12:00 PM until 7:00 PM at the Upper Merion Senior Service Center, located at 650 S. Henderson Road in King of Prussia. Free light refreshments, live entertainment, and much more. Reserve space by calling 610-265-4715.
Stay Active
Click onto the UMSSC April calendar today and see what's going on. Call the Center at 610-265-4715 to register.
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Two Upper Merions
In 1922 and 1923, some residents and manufacturers wanted to divide the township into two separate townships using the voting districts as a guide. There were two districts-Upper and Lower. The Upper District consisted of King of Prussia, Port Kennedy, Abrams, and Red Hill. The Lower District contained the more populated areas of Gulph Mills, Swedeland, Swedesburg, Rebel Hill, and the outlying farm areas that would eventually become Hughes Park and King Manor. At the time, the Lower District had more industrial and residential areas and wanted the benefits of first class township status.
(Source: King of Prussia Historical Society)
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Joint Meetings Begin
UMGA-TV will televise the 2015 BOS Joint Meetings with the citizens Boards LIVE on Channel 22 (Comcast) and Channel 23 (Verizon) beginning at 7:00 PM . Be sure to tune in and find out!
Community Minded
Here is a list of citizen board vacancies.
Connect With Us
View our township website here.
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POLICE
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Stay Informed
Check out the weekly police report here.
Car Show - New Location
The police association car show will be held on Saturday, May 2. uppermerionpoliceassociation.org for more information.
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ON THE MOVE
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Pothole Repair Underway
PennDOT will take advantage of the seasonable temperatures on Saturday (April 11) to repair potholes on state highways in the five-county Philadelphia region.
Potholes Develop....
...when water penetrates into a roadway through pavement cracks and then freezes and expands, knocking loose small pieces of pavement. As cars and trucks ride over the area, cracks enlarge so more water enters and the cycle repeats until the pavement crumbles.
Balligomingo Road Closed
West Conshohocken Borough will close Balligomingo Road through April 17, between Portland Road and Route 23 (Schuylkill River Road), for slope stabilization. Local access will be maintained up to the construction zone.
Road Conditions
If you are traveling this weekend, you can check road conditions by visiting www.511PA.com.
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