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TOWNSHIP CLICKS
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Upper Merion Community Center
Shaping Up For Spring Opening!
 Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service 
Upper Merion Martin Luther King, Jr. National Holiday Committee celebrated the King Day of Service at Bethesda Broad Street, a Philadelphia residence for formerly homeless men and women.
Thanks to Bethesda Broad Street and the Bethesda Project for hosting the committee every year since 1993, and thanks to all the volunteers (ages 17 to 71)!
Upper Merion Martin Luther King, Jr.
Community Service Award
Upper Merion Martin Luther King, Jr. National Holiday Committee presented its Community Service Award to ACALAMO Family Centers of Montgomery County, an agency that assists Latino residents.
(Picture from l. to r) State Rep. Tim Briggs (with PA House of Representatives citation), Nelly Jimenez, Ex. Director and CEO; Laney Durland, ACLAMO teacher and social worker; LaVera Seymour, UM MLK Chair; and Garfield Jackson, 2015 UM recipient.
Upper Merion Martin Luther King, Jr. Humanitarian Award
Presented to Dr. Karen Geller
Dr. Karen Geller, former principal of Upper Merion Middle School, is honored with Upper Merion Martin Luther King, Jr. Humanitarian Award.
(Picture l. to r.) LaVera Seymour, MLK Committee Chair; Dr. Karen Geller; State Rep. Tim Briggs (with PA House of Representatives Citation); and Arthur Scott, 2015 UM Recipient.
New Ladder Unit 
Members of the Swedeland Volunteer Fire Company attended an operational training this month for a new ladder unit, which is scheduled to be in service by the end of January.
Publication provided by the Public Information Office.
Special thanks to Don Herbert, UMGA-TV Television Services Coordinator, for creating and inserting picture collages.
Pictures are submitted by the public or taken by a member of the UMGA-TV staff. Contact umtinfo@umtownship.org if you have something you would like to submit.
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COMMUNITY
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Snow Emergency
The Township has declared a Snow Emergency effective Friday January 22, at 11:00 PM until Monday January 25, at 6:00 AM. The end time may be extended due to weather conditions.
Power Out?
Do NOT call 911 or UMPD.
Call your electric provider.
PECO - 1-800-841-4141; PPL - 1-800-342-5775; Med-Ed - 1-888-544-4877.
Rambler Update
Due to the pending snow storm, the Rambler service is CANCELLED Saturday, January 23. Service resumes Monday, January 25. Rambler schedule follows the Upper Merion School District delays.
Tree Sale
The Upper Merion Shade Tree Commission and Upper Merion Tree Tenders are teaming up this spring to bring residents an easy, affordable way to participate in "Shades of Green: 1,000 Trees for Upper Merion." Application for front yards can be found here.
Mall Recall
Would you like to be interviewed for a forthcoming book on the history of the King of Prussia Mall? Michael Shaw, author, is asking that township residents contact him at michaelshaw2259@comcast.net if they are interested in sharing mall recollections or photos.
Mulch Fundraiser
The Upper Merion Crew Team is selling black and cedar mulch again this year. The team needs the community's help! The fundraiser runs through January 31; delivery of the mulch is Saturday, March 5. Residents can order the mulch and arrange delivery too. Details mulch.umcrew.org.
Red Cross Blood Drive
Upper Merion Township is hosting two Red Cross Blood Drives: Monday, January 25 and Monday, February 22, both from 2:00 PM to 7:00 PM in the township building's Freedom Hall.
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FARMERS MARKET
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Winter Fresh
Next Farmers Market is January 30.
Connect With Us
Sign up for the Market e-newsletter and find out which Market vendors participate during the off season.
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Library Closing
Upper Merion Library will be CLOSED on Saturday, January 23, due to inclement weather. View the website for updates.
Don't Miss This!
Preschool/Childcare Expo 2016 is on Wednesday, January 27 from 6:30 - 8:00 PM. Parents can learn more about the great childcare options available in the township. Don't miss the chance to talk to 12 local schools and 4 community service groups at this FREE event.
Social Security Workshop
Please note: The Workshop is rescheduled for Saturday, January 30, at 1:00 PM. Visit here.
Fitness 101
Certified fitness instructor Sydney will be in Freedom Hall on February 1 at 7:00 PM to conduct a class on "Barre Fitness". Please bring your friends and enjoy the class. Must be 18 years or older.
Karl's Korner
Click here to read the latest letter from Karl Helicher, Library Director.
Winter Story Times
It's not too late to register your child (birth - age 6) for the winter story time session. Sessions start the week of January 25. Story time spots are still available for Preschool (1:30 PM on Tuesdays), Pajama (7:00 PM on Tuesdays), or Family (11:00 AM on Thursdays). Click here.
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PARKS AND RECREATION
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Snow Alert
Due to the pending snowstorm, ALL Upper Merion Parks and Recreation programs are CANCELLED Saturday, January 23, 2016 and Sunday, January 24.
School's Out?
Look no further. US Sports Multi Sports Camp provides your child a chance to play up to six different sports in an atmosphere that promotes good sportsmanship, teamwork, and, most of all, FUN! Date: Monday February 15 from 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM at Gulph Gym.
Sweet Idea!
Grab your sweetie...BFF... or Mom and join Kitchen Wizards to celebrate Valentine's Day, by learning how to decorate cupcakes. Save room for desert because participants will take home their own creations. Where? Belmont Classroom on Saturday February 13 from 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM.
Fun Starts Now
Sign up or these programs and more here.
Sign up to receive email updates about the Upper Merion Community Center!
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SAFETY AND CODES
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Snow Removal Guidelines
Do not plow snow across the street leaving "trails" in Right of Way.
Do not plow snow across streets and onto sidewalks.
Do not plow snow into the street. Do not shovel snow into the street. View the wording of the township ordinance.
A Warm Fact
Portable space heaters cause one-third of home heating fires and four of five home heating fire deaths. Don't be a statistic! Click
Adopt A Hydrant
The Fire and Rescue Services Division requests citizens to clear a 3 foot-wide path from the street to the fire hydrant, and a 3 foot circle around the fire hydrant to provide easy access for fire firefighters.
Are You Hungry?
The Swedesburg Volunteer Fire Company is holding a fundraising Italian Feast on Saturday, January 30, 2016.
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PUBLIC WORKS
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Let It Snow
In a special edition of UMGA-TV's Township Talk, Host Chuck Kirlin talks with Upper Merion Township's Highway Superintendent, Todd Lachenmayer about the township's snow removal preparations and processes. See it on Facebook.
Snow Ready
The Highway Division began brining operations on Wednesday, January 20, 2016 in preparation for the upcoming snow storm.
Stay In Touch
Lisa Kittrell, Public Works Facebook administrator, adds and updates snow information on the PW's FB page.
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SENIOR CENTER
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Stay In Touch
Visit our website for the very latest updates.
Call the UMSSC at 610-265-4715 to register for all programs.
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POLICE
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Snow Tweets & More
Get the very latest on UMPD's Twitter page.
Weekly Crime Bulletins
View the latest here. Updated through January 15, 2016.
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E-HISTORY FACT
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Hampton Farm House 
Built in 1690, the Hampton house was part of an active farm, well into the late 1950's. One of the decedents, John Hampton, was a member of the board of supervisors in the late 1870's. Upper Merion Township acquired the land in 1984. The board of supervisors at that time decided to leave the farm house, which is next to the township building, rather than have it destroyed. The barn was razed to accommodate the new township building. Sadly, the farm house was neglected and is now in total disrepair.
(Courtesy of the King of Prussia Historical Society)
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PSATS Awards....
Congratulations to UMGA-TV staff and Mark Shepperd, host of "Spotlight" for snagging a first place win! Learn more about PSATS here.View the line-up:
Cable Shows
1st Place - "Spotlight"
2nd Place - PSA's (Fire and Rescue Recruitment video included)
3rd Place - Township Talk
Online Publication
Citizen Board Vacancies
Become an active member of your community! View list here.
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One Stop Shop
There is information for public transit, walking, biking, carpools, vanpools, and shuttles (including the Rambler). Click here.
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Better Living
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