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TOWNSHIP CLICKS
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Congratulations Sgt. Jeremy Johnson!
Pictured: Chief Thomas Nolan (left), Sgt. Johnson (center),
and Magisterial District Judge William Maruszczak (right).
Sgt. Jeremy Johnson who was named the Upper Merion Township Police Officer of the year for 2015 by the Optimist Club of Valley Forge.
Sgt. Johnson was hired as a Patrol Officer in August of 2000 and quickly moved up the ranks being assigned to the Detective Division in 2006. He was promoted to Corporal in February of 2007 and then to Sergeant in June 2012. Throughout his career, Sgt. Johnson has always been a high performer in self-initiated activities. As a Sergeant he has worked as the Administrative Sergeant, Patrol Sergeant and is currently the Investigations Sergeant. Sgt. Johnson is a mentor to younger officers, and he is always looking for ways to build the department into a more efficient organization Special Appearance at Wellness Expo!
The Senior Service Center's 2nd Annual Wellness Expo, held on May 3, was a big success. Guests of all ages visited dozens of exhibitors, enjoyed snacks, and were entertained by the Senior Center Band. Everyone had fun with the special appearance by the Phillie Phanatic. UMGA-TV's Spotlight host, Mark Shepperd, covered the event. Watch for the Spotlight segment is the coming weeks.
Publication provided by the Public Information Office.
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IN MEMORY OF
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The Honorable John L. Kowal
The Honorable John L. Kowal, affectionately known as "Judge Jack", passed away peacefully, on Thursday, April 28, 2016, at Paoli Hospital, with his family at his side. Mr. Kowal was born in Swedesburg and was the son of the late John G. Kowal and the late Helen McDermott Kowal.
Mr. Kowal was a graduate of St. Augustine School, Lincoln Prep School, and West Catholic High School, Class of 1956. He continued his education at St. Joseph's College. After St. Joe's, he was a postman, a Bridgeport police officer, and owner of Jack's Place in Swedesburg. He then, in 1988, became a District Justice for Upper Merion and Bridgeport, serving for 18 years until his retirement in 2006.
To read Mr. Kowal's full obituary, please click here.
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COMMUNITY CENTER AND POOL
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Join the Upper Merion Township Pool!
Open House - Saturday May 21 From 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
Stop by and visit the Stingrays swim team, enjoy refreshments from the new concessionaire, stop in and see the new menu, and meet the guards. There will be kids games, activities, giveaways, music, and fun! For more information, click here.
Become a Passholder Today!
Our new Community Center will offer Upper Merion residents a state-of-the-art fitness facility, recreational programs, gym space, the Senior Service Center, and new walking trails along with a wide array of services, programs, and capabilities.
For more information, click here.
Sign up
to receive email updates about the
Upper Merion Community Center!
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GREENER UPPER MERION
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Volunteer for the UM Clean Up Event!
Saturday, May 14 
9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Join us for the UM Parks and Streams clean up. You can make a world of difference to our world. For more information, click here.
Tree Care Volunteers Needed Saturday, May 14 at 9:30 AMHeuser Park parking lot
The Upper Merion Shade Tree Commission is seeking volunteers to help keep the trees in our parks growing healthy and strong. No experience is necessary. Volunteers may choose to mulch and prune young trees at Heuser Park or Ross & Henderson Roads, or release trees from growing vines at Walker Park. For more information or to volunteer, please email Barley Van Clief at bvanclief@pennhort.org or call 215-988-8793.
Nominate a Beautiful Property!
Each year, Upper Merion Township honors residents who beautify their landscapes, both front and back yards. These residents contribute to the township's overall quality of life for everyone. Businesses, institutions, and organizations are recognized for their efforts, as well. Deadline is May 15. To nominate a deserving property, please click here.
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PARKS AND RECREATION PROGRAMS
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Hands-on Science - Rockets
Come one, come all! We will be building rockets and testing designs. Lots of launching and lots of pHun with Professor Bob! After school classes starting soon at Roberts and Caley.
Bike Safety Classes
Who doesn't like to ride a bike? But it's important to know how to be safe while you're having fun. We'll go over things like making sure your bike is set up so you can pedal easily, what safety equipment you need, and the rules of the road for cyclists. Sign up here.
For a complete list of the summer programs,
please click here.
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Weekly Crime Bulletin
Click here to access the crime bulletin for May 6, 2016.
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PENNDOT
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 Overnight Lane Closures Scheduled in Valley Forge Area
Overnight travel restrictions are scheduled on U.S. 422 and Route 23 (Valley Forge Road) for road construction activities. On Route 23 (Valley Forge Road), lane closures will be in place between Moore Road and Gulph Road in Upper Merion Township on Monday, May 9, to Thursday, May 12, from 7:00 PM to 5:00 AM the following morning for paving and median removal. To read PennDOT's press release, click here.
Nighttime Lane Restrictions for Bridge Repairs
On Sunday, May 8 through Thursday, May 12, from 8:00 PM to 5:00 AM, one lane will be closed on eastbound and westbound Interstate 76 at Interstate 476 in West Conshohocken Borough. The schedule is weather-dependent. This operation is part of PennDOT's program to repair bridge decks and seal joints on bridges in the Philadelphia region to help preserve and maintain the bridges.
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UTILITIES
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AQUA Project
As part of a continuing
infrastructure improvement program, Aqua Pennsylvania will replace the existing 6-inch cast iron water main in the Bob White section of the Township beginning the week of May 9. To read Aqua's letter to their customers, please click here.
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COMMUNITY
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Display of Mr. UM History's Collection
Saturday, May 14 at 12:00 Noon
Christ Church (Old Swedes)
You are invited to attend "From the Archives" to view recent local history donations and the Ed Dybicz, aka Mr. UM History, collection of books, manuscripts and artifacts. Join fellow history enthusiasts for a picnic. For more information, click here.
Swedesburg Vol. Fire Company's
Designer Bag Bingo
Sunday, May 15
Doors Open at 12:00 PM
Game Starts at 1:00 PM
Admission: $25.00 per person
For more information, click here.
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FARMERS MARKET
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Happy last official Winter Market!
All the recent rain has nurtured the early spring crops. Come to the market and get fresh picked spring greens, milk, and eggs. Need herbs or tomato plants? Our plants are ready for your garden. While gardening, snack on freshly made salami and cheese. Our vendors will be Livengood Family Farm, Maiale Deli and Salumera, Nurturing Nature Farm, and Spring Creek Farms. Winter market hours still prevail: 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM.
Remember, only two weeks until
the regular Market opens on May 21,
from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
Rain or shine!
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Register Now! GSK Science in the Summer
GlaxoSmithKline sponsors this free summer program on Physical Sciences. The program is designed for kids entering 2nd through 6th grade. Register today at http://www.scienceinthesummer.com for one of two available sessions to be held July 11-12 and July 13 -14.
Art lecture by Mr. Fred Dixon
Tuesday, May 10 at 7:00 PM
This program has been Cancelled
For more information about the Library's upcoming events, please click here.
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SENIOR SERVICE CENTER
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Annual Tea Social
Friday, May 20 from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Attend this year's Annual Tea entitled "Kaleidoscope of Color Tea Party" and enjoy an afternoon of entertainment by Freyda Thomas with her "Fabulous Female Singers of the 20th Century." Enter to win door and cash prizes. Wear your favorite hat for a chance to win first place in the hat contest. Everyone brings their own cup and saucer. Cost is only $8.00. Tickets on sale through May 13.
Call the UMSSC at 610-265-4715
to register for all programs.
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ADMINISTRATION
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Share Your Insights and Experience!
Help your neighbors and community by serving on
one of the township's various citizen's boards.
To see a list of available positions and to get an application, click here.
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E-HISTORY FACT
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UM's First 1st Major Industrial Complex
On a grassy hill overlooking the gradually disappearing farmlands in King of Prussia, the 900,000 sq ft General Electric Company's Missile and Space Vehicle Department at the Valley Forge Space Technology Center facility rose in 1960 as the 1st major industrial complex in the area, comprising some 131 acres. As the families of scientists and military officials moved into the area, new children suddenly began appearing in the schools of Upper Merion. Today, Lockheed Martin occupies the facility which has changed very little, externally, from its original design.
(Courtesy of the King of Prussia Historical Society)
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