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October 16, 2015
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WELCOME NEW SUBSCRIBERS!
Thank you for subscribing during our "Got Your E-mail - New Subscriber Fall Campaign." The e-newsletter is a weekly online publication that gives snapshots of information from each of the township departments and the community. Do you have something to share? Email us: umtinfo@umtownship.org
Here's how to play:
1) Tell everyone you know that the Public Information Office is giving five NEW subscribers a $10 township gift certificate just for subscribing. 2) Tell them the campaign runs until November 20 and they can log onto the township website and click the E-NEWSLETTER button located on the front page. 3) Tell them to enter their email address under E-NEWSLETTER SIGN-UP. 4) If you subscribe someone, please be sure to tell them. We have their email when they subscribe.
On Monday, November 23, the winners will be selected from the emails received and announced on social media, UMGA-TV, Township Lines (winter edition), the website, and the e-newsletter!
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Edited By: Karl Helicher, Library Director
(Township Clicks returns after the campaign)
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COMMUNITY
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Did You Know?
The Red Cross is having a blood drive on Monday, October 19 from 1:00 PM to 7:00 PM in Freedom Hall. Please note: Montgomery County is giving out FREE flu shots on Tuesday, October 27 from 3:30 PM to 6:30 PM. Sign up in the Valley Forge Room on day of event
Township Citizens Academy
The deadline to register was October 15. The class schedule is now posted on the township website. Beginning November 10, and concluding December 15, residents will receive an in-depth look inside local government.
GVF - Ride On!
Mom & Pop
The Public Information Office is showcasing local Upper Merion Township (non-chain) restaurants in the winter edition of Township Lines. Do you know of any?
Carole's List
Supervisor Carole Kenney gave us some local non-chain restaurants to chew on last week. Sicilian Delight, Little Sicily, Angelo's, Peppers, Michael's Deli, Gateway Caf�, Asian Bistro, Kabuki, Pin Wei, Screwballs, Andy's Place.
Like To Place An Order
Thank you Mr. Binck, Mr. Dwinnell, and RG Alexander who provided some more local (non-chain) restaurant support. The list includes: Aroma, Creed's, Duffy's, Famous George's, Peppers, Vito's, Wild Rice, Cafe Amore, Muffins.
MLK National Holiday Committee
Please join us in planning Upper Merion Township's 28th Annual Celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The committee meetings start at 6:45 PM and usually last about an hour. Next meetings: November 12, Henderson Room; December 10, Henderson Room.
Tree Planting
An upcoming park tree planting event will run until November 14. Details will be in the next edition of the e-newsletter.
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FARMERS MARKET
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Fiber Arts Day
Annual Fiber Arts Day is on Saturday, October 17. Local artisans will demonstrate how raw fiber becomes yarn and yarn becomes cloth. The Market opens at 9:00 AM and ends at 1:00 PM.
Ted Confirmed!
Assistant Township Manager Sally Slook's lovable mutt Ted is making his annual appearance at Barktoberfest on October 24! Ted will ride in the arms of patrons who love him. Furry friends can visit the annual canine tribute.
Special events start at 11:00 AM, with a costume contest, dog games, and silly pet tricks. Pet-related businesses will be on hand.
Community Yard Sale
If you would like to participate on October 24, please email our Farmers Market Manager Lydia.
Every month the Farmers Market has something special planned. Stay in touch by visiting the Market.
E-Newsletter Sign-up
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LIBRARY
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Eating Clean
The repeat presentation of Healthy Living: Eating Clean will be held on Wednesday, October 25 at 7:00 PM in the Valley Forge Room of the Township Building. Resources, recipe books, and DVDs will be shared. Please register.
Celebrate Diwali
It's Back!
The Write & Illustrate Your Own Book Contest is a popular activity for students in grades K-8. The entries are due to the library by 9:00 PM on Wednesday October 21.
Superhero Stories Unite
Enchanted Library is on Friday, October 30. Here's a chance to celebrate some of your favorite superhero stories and book characters! Patrons can schedule a 15 minute tour for your family so call or stop into the library.
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PARKS AND RECREATION
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Community Center Opens
Relax, there's still time to buy your activity gear, and to sign up as a Charter Passholder! The deadline is November 25. The Upper Merion Community Center opens March 2016. The hours will be Monday through Friday, from 5:00 AM to 9:00 PM. Saturday & Sunday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Trivia Night 3
Do you have questions about the Community Center? Bring them along with your game face! Food, fun, and prizes - - all for only $8: Wednesday, October 21 at the King of Prussia Fire Hall (170 Allendale Road). Board of Supervisor's Chair Erika Spott will attend. Please register.
Piano with Melanie
Next session begins Tuesday October 27. Times are: 5:00, 5:30, 6:00, 6:30. Lessons are 30-minutes long for different ages, abilities, and learning styles.
Learn to Swim - Youth
Spots are filling up fast for the second session of Youth Learn to Swim. Register today.
P&R Hiring
Sign up to receive email updates about the Upper Merion Community Center!
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PUBLIC WORKS
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Congratulations!
Long -time employee Gary Picard was promoted to Collection Systems Superintendent. The position was held by Wayne Brown who retired this summer. During the 1970s, Mr. Picard worked his way up through what was known at the Wastewater Department. He eventually became the Superintendent of Pumping Stations operations in the late 1980s. In 1990, the Township consolidated all the various Planning, Road & Park Maintenance, and Wastewater Departments into what is now known as our Public Works Department.
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SAFETY AND CODES
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Contact Us
Who are you looking for within the Safety and Codes Department? Find out here.
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SENIOR CENTER
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Are We There Yet?
If you have questions about the Upper Merion Senior Service Center moving to the Community Center, please call 610-265-4715.
Find The Fun!
Stay In Touch
Call the UMSSC at 610-265-4715 to register for all programs.
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Lafayette Ambulance Origins
In October 1960, with sponsorship from the Kiwanis Club of Valley Forge, the Joint Service Club Committee and the Hospital Study Committee recommended an ambulance organization for Upper Merion rather than a hospital. The original intent was to form an ambulance service capable of performing a full range of rescue services. The first ambulance, an "International," was housed in June 1962 at the Kunda Sign Company on DeKalb Pike.
(Courtesy of the King of Prussia Historical Society)
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POLICE
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Phone Scam Alert
Recent attempts have been made to scam Township residents by a phone call that appears to come from the Sheriff's Department. See how it works here.
Drug Take Back
Turn in your unused or expired medication on Saturday, October 17 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. A drop off box is located in the township building in front of Police Dispatch.
Operation Safe Stop
UMPD is participating in this 19th annual public awareness and enforcement effort to educate the motoring public that passing a stopped school bus, when children are loading or unloading, is both dangerous and illegal.
Crime Bulletin
Stay informedabout what is going on in your area. (Updated through October 16, 2015)
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We Appreciate You
You are cordially invited to attend the annual Citizen Board/ Committee, Authority, Appreciation Luncheon on Sunday, November 8, at Maggiano's Little Italy in King Prussia. Here's the invite.
Board Vacancies
Here is the most up to date list on our township website.
Additional Zoning Workshop
December 3 - 5:00 p.m.
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| ON THE MOVE | |
Traveling on 422?
Monday, October 19 - Thursday, October 22, from 7:00 PM to 5:00 AM. U.S. 422 east and west will be reduced to one lane approaching the Rte. 363 Interchange for milling and paving.
Monday, October 19 - Tuesday, October 20, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM. U.S. 422 East will be reduced from two lanes to one between the Oaks and Rte. 363 interchange for the installation of overhead highway signs.
Monday, October 19 - Friday, October 23, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM and from 7:00 PM to 5:00 AM. Lane closures will be in place on Rte 363 between U.S. 422 and Audubon Road, and on Audubon Road near the intersection of Rte. 363 for paving, traffic signal, and sidewalk construction.
Stay Alert
Motorists can check conditions on more than 40,000 roadway miles by visiting www.511.pa.com. 511PA, which is free and available 24 hours a day. It provides traffic delay warnings, weather forecasts, traffic speed information, and access to more than 770 traffic cameras.
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Better Living
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