Lower Providence News Winter 2016

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Contact Information ...........................22016 Boards & Commissions...............2New Supervisors Sworn In ..................4Police Chief Carroll Retires

-New Chief Turtle Sworn In..............5Young Scouts Make a Difference .........6Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Detectors 7Arcola Road Bridge Update .................9

Salt Alternative for Sidewalks ...........10Snow Removal..................................11Library News & Programs.............12-13Township Earns Award......................14Sewer Authority News ......................15Household Hazardous Waste & Paper Shredding Events .............16-17Parks & Recreation News.............19-22

For the fourth consecutive year, Lower Providence Township realized a year-end General Fund surplus, ending 2015 with a surplus and turning around a budgeted deficit of $407,890. Pending the final audit, the estimated year-end surplus stands at $438,000. Sound fiscal policies and rigorous oversight, coupled with revenues from earned income taxes and real estate transfer taxes, kept the Township on solid financial footing. The performance earned the Township an AA2 credit rating from Moody's and upgraded the Standard and Poors rating two steps to AA stable.

The 2016 General Fund Operating Budget of $9,998,465 includes less than one percent increase (.55%) in expenditures and carries no tax millage increase for residents. The expenditure increase includes contractual wage increases for police and non-uniformed personnel. Other Township expenditures remain relatively steady or have decreased for administration, finance, tax collection, legal, energy, engineering, community development, pension contributions and commercial insurance.

The 2016 budget will continue allocating revenue received from the liquid fuels tax to repay debt funded by liquid fuels. However, beginning in 2017, the Township will be in a position to fund road reconstruction projects from annual liquid fuels revenue, allowing for a systematic approach to maintaining critical infrastructure.

The estimated revenue from earned income taxes for 2016 is $5,100,000, which represents an increase of $22,817 over the 2015 budgeted amount of $4,877,183. Real estate transfer taxes for 2016 are budgeted in the amount of $380,000, an increase of $20,000 over the previous year's budget. The Township's debt service, comprised of the General Washington Country Club (The Club at Shannondell) purchase, the Library building, police vehicles, technology hardware, road reconstruction projects, and heavy equipment, is funded completely by the associated debt service tax millage. This eliminated transfers to the debt service fund from the unrestricted capital fund beginning in 2015.

With this positive financial position, the Township remains committed to providing excellent services and programs, ensuring a safe place to live, work, and play, and proactively supporting the business community.

The 2016 Budget can be viewed online: www.lowerprovidence.org/finance.htm

Township Begins 2016 on Solid Financial Footing

Where Do My Taxes Go?Your Real Estate Tax bill is levied by three different taxing authorities: Lower Providence Township, Methacton School District, and Montgomery County. Real estate tax millage for each is approved every year by the governing bodies of those authorities. A millage calculated as $1 of taxes on every $1000 of a property's assessed value. The annual tax bill for homeowner in the Lower Providence Township with an average assessment of $167,402 is $295.80. Here is the breakdown of how those property taxes are spent: Of your total property tax bill, 86% goes to Methacton School District, 9% percent goes to Montgomery County, and 5% comes to Lower Providence Township.

If you're looking for a home for your business, there's is no better place than Lower Providence Township. You'll have access to major highways and a skilled workforce and be part of a great community. We have the tools and resources to meet your needs and our professional team is ready to help. If you are starting a business, relocating or expanding, let us show you what Lower Providence Township has too f f e r . C o n t a c t B i l l R o t h , [email protected], 610-635-3519.

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Meet Your 2016 Boards and CommissionsAll Boards and Commission meetings are held at the Township Administration Building unless otherwise noted. Agendas and meeting minutes are posted on the Township website, www.lowerprovidence.org.

Board of Supervisorsst rdMeets 1 & 3 Thursday of the month at 7:30 pm

Parks and Recreation BoardndMeets 2 Tuesday of the month at 7:00 pm

Planning CommissionthMeets 4 Wednesday of the month at 7:00 pm

Lower Providence Township is a Second Class Township with a Board of Supervisors of five elected residents that appoints the Township Manager who executes its policies.

Jason Sorgini, ChairmanColleen Eckman, Vice ChairwomanPatrick DuffyPeter MacFarlandJill Zimmerman

Beth Ann Mazza, ChairwomanWilliam Wurtz, Vice ChairmanErin DiPaoloJohn Neilson Jr.Charlotte MandracchiaGeorge OzorowskiJ.P. MascaroRyan Beil, Student RepresentativeKelly Hallman, Student RepresentativeCarina Tse, Student RepresentativeGil Price, Student Representative

Kristina O'Donnell, ChairwomanMichael Comroe, Vice ChairmanDavid Atkins

Working with the Parks & Recreation Director, the Board makes recommendations to the Board of Supervisors regarding facilities, programs and events, and future recreational needs.

The Planning Commission works with the Community Development Director to review development proposals and submits recommendations to the Board of Supervisors.

Upcoming AdministrationOffice Closures

President's Day - February 15Good Friday - March 25

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The Zoning Hearing Board is a quasi-judicial board that hears zoning appeals and renders final decisions under parameters outlined in the PA Municipalities Planning Code.

Joyce Cluley, ChairwomanKathie Eskie, Vice ChairwomanRobert HardtGail HagerJoseph PucciPatricia Alzamora, AlternateJoseph Bergquist, Alternate

Board of Supervisors & Zoning Hearing Board meetings air on the Cable Access Channel (Comcast Channel 28 and Verizon Channel 42) the week following a meeting. Times are Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday at 1 am, 9 am and 7 pm. You can also watch Board of Supervisors meetings online at www.lowerprovidence.org click on "Minutes" to view the meeting videos.

Zoning Hearing BoardthMeets 4 Thursday of the month at 7:00 pm

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Supervisors Sworn In at Reorganization MeetingPeter MacFarland was welcomed as the newest member of the Township Board of Supervisors and Colleen Eckman began her second term as the Board of Supervisors held a reorganization meeting on January 4. District Justice Cathleen Kelly Rebar administered the oath of office to both supervisors who were elected to six-year terms.

A 26-year resident of the Township, MacFarland is a recently retired business executive. He spent most of his career in

sales, marketing, and general management in the food service equipment manufacturing industry. He is a former co-president of the Arrowhead Elementary Home and School and served as member of the Methacton School Board of Directors. He has volunteered with Habitat for Humanity, currently volunteers at SCORE (Service Core of Retired Executives), and participates in various charitable causes. MacFarland serves as Board of Supervisor liaison to the Parks and Recreation Board, the Library Board of Trustees, and the Finance

Committee. He is a strong advocate of strategic commercial development, bringing complimentary resources to the township, its residents and families.

Eckman, a 44-year resident of Audubon, works for the PA House of Representatives and is a state licensed Landscape Architect with 12 years of experience in land planning. She has been a volunteer in the Township for 26 years, serving with the fire company, ambulance, Audubon Elementary Home and School, St.

Andrew's Lutheran Church, A u d u b o n R e c r e a t i o n Association and Methacton Warriors. Eckman serves on the Township Business Development Committee, the Finance Committee and is supervisor liaison to the Planning Commission. Her priorities include responding to residents a n d b u s i n e s s e s ; maintaining the fiscal health of the township; attracting businesses and creating jobs; improving t r a n s p o r t a t i o n a n d infrastructure; and keeping the community safe.

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Stanley Turtle Succeeds Retiring Police Chief Francis "Bud" CarrollPassing the TorchStanley M. Turtle was sworn in as the Lower Providence Township Police Department's Chief of Police at a special Board of Supervisors meeting on January 5, 2016. Chief Turtle succeeds Chief Francis "Bud" Carroll, carrying on the department's commitment to excellence and community-focused law enforcement.

Chief Turtle began his law enforcement career in 1986 as a police dispatcher for Lower Providence Township and was promoted to patrolman in 1989. He has served in the Department's Traffic Safety Unit, where he was certified in accident reconstruction and qualified as an expert witness in the field, and the Detective Division, serving as Detective and Detective Sergeant. In 2003, he was promoted to lieutenant and was named Deputy Chief in 2015. Currently the operations commander

of the Montgomery County Major Incident Response Team, Chief Turtle has served with the county District Attorney's Office Accident Reconstruction Team and the county Drug Task Force. He has been awarded numerous commendations and citations and like his predecessor, is a graduate of the FBI National Academy in Quantico, VA, a distinction shared by less than 1 percent of all law enforcement personnel.

Carroll, who had served as Police Chief since 2000, retired after 31 years with the Township. He joined the department in March 1984 and his promotions included Detective Sergeant, Patrol Sergeant and Lieutenant. He attended numerous development programs and demonstrated a commitment to excellence throughout his career. A much-respected leader, Chief Carroll positioned the department at the forefront of local law enforcement to include professional accreditation.

Sergeant Keith Gordon retired Sept. 30, 2015 after 28 years with the Department. Corporal Thomas Momme, a 32-year veteran of the force, retired on Dec. 31, 2015.Promotions include:

Corporal Matthew Kuhnert promoted to Sergeant on 12/3/15.Corporal Michael Higgins promoted to Sergeant on 1/1/16.Officer Richard Aston promoted to Corporal on 1/1/16.Officer Peter Fleming promoted to Corporal on 1/1/16.Officer Robert Heim promoted to Corporal on 1/1/16.Officer Mark Stead promoted to Sergeant on 2/1/16.Sergeant Michael Jackson promoted to Lieutenant on 2/4/16.

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Young Scouts Make A DifferenceBrownie Troop 7165 came equipped with trowels, shovels, and gloves to the new site of the Lower Providence Community Center Ambulance to help plant a tree they had donated. The donated tree is an Imperial Thornless Honeylocust and it is rooted right next to the ambulance building's garage doors. Next to the tree is a plaque that reads: "Grow to Inspire."

The Girl Scouts generated money to cover the cost of the tree through profits raised selling Girl Scout cookies. At their cookie booths, the girls displayed their goal of donating a tree to the local community and received many generous donations directly towards the cause from local residents.

Scout Troop 7165 meets out of Arrowhead Elementary School in Collegeville. The girls look forward to helping to serve their community and making a difference as they grow as a troop together.

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Smoke & Carbon Monoxide Detectors - Simple Steps Save LivesSmoke and carbon monoxide detectors save lives every day, but it's important to choose, install and maintain detectors properly. There are three major types of smoke detector systems. The safest system is an interconnected, hard wired, battery backed up system. If one detector activates, all detectors go into alarm. Interconnected wireless, battery operated detectors provide the same level of activation as hard wired detectors, but are dependent on batteries for primary operation. Many announce which detector is in alarm, which can help identify the problem area. Wireless detectors may provide additional functionality, based on connection to a home network and the internet. The most common system in older homes is stand alone, battery operated detectors. The downside to these detectors is related to battery problems, and the possibility that a distant detector (basement) might not awaken a sleeping family on the second floor, in the very early stage of a fire.

Install smoke detectors on every level in the home and in every room outfitted for sleeping. They should not be installed within 10 feet of cooking or heating

basement detectors should be close to the stairs. Detectors on a ceiling should not be less than 12 inches from a wall and detectors on a wall should be no closer than 12 inches to the ceiling.

Test batteries every month using the test button and replace batteries at least once a year. Periodically clean detectors with compressed air or a vacuum and replace

them when they are 10 years old. Read the manufacturer's instructions and the information on the back of your detector. Know the difference between a low battery beep, typically every 15 to 30 seconds, and an alarm beep, which is continuous.

A carbon monoxide detector is required in every home and should be installed outside the sleeping rooms. More than one detector can provide a valuable increase in protection. The detector may be hard wired, usually in a combination smoke and carbon monoxide detector. Many are plug-in detectors with battery backup and an LED readout. Others are simple battery operated units. All of the maintenance precautions of smoke detectors apply equally to carbon monoxide detectors.

If your smoke detector or carbon monoxide detector goes into alarm, you, your family and pets should leave the building and call 911. Do not re-enter the building or reset the alarm until the fire department has identified the problem. Remember that carbon monoxide is not visible and is odorless.

appliances or close to a bathroom door to avoid being set off by steam. They should not be installed near air conditioning or heating duct outlets or returns. Detectors installed in bedrooms should be within a few feet of the bedroom door and

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Arcola Road Bridge: County Construction UpdateMontgomery County has provided a construction update on the Arcola Road Bridge replacement project. An ongoing effort of Montgomery County, PennDOT, Sen. John Rafferty, Rep. Mike Vereb, Lower Providence Township, Upper Providence Township, and the contractor, Allen Myers, has allowed for progress to be made and the project to remain on track.

As of January 27, 2016, the contractor has completed the installation of the pre-stressed concrete beams for Spans 1 and 2. The contractor has also completed the installation of the overhang brackets and stay-in-place metal deck forms and the construction of the intermediate diaphragms for Spans 1 and 2, and has started the construction of the shear blocks and cheek walls at Pier 1. The contractor also dewatered the excavation at Abutment 2 and completed the placement of concrete for a wing wall prior to the snowstorm.

The contractor is currently performing site clean-up work and restoring access after the recent snowstorm. Once the required strength is achieved for the wing C stem wall concrete, the contractor will strip the formwork, install waterproofing and partially backfill the lower portion of Abutment 2. The contractor will then begin the construction of the wing D extension footings and stem wall sections. This work is expected to continue through February into

early March and upon completion of the wing D extension, the contractor will complete all of the backfilling on the Level Road side of the project. The area for delivery of the Span 3 pre-stressed concrete beams will be prepared; they are now anticipated to be placed in mid-March.

The contractor will also continue with the forming, rebar and concrete placement for the construction of the shear blocks, cheek walls, curtain walls and back walls at Abutment 1 and Pier 2, as weather permits. The contractor also anticipates completing the installation of the overhang railing and deck edge forms and bulk heads for Spans 1 & 2.

Placement of the deck reinforcing steel and deck concrete is expected to take place in March, followed by the construction of the approach slabs and concrete barrier parapets. Construction of the new approach roadways and sidewalks will take place later in the spring of 2016.

The Arcola Road Bridge connects Lower and Upper Providence Townships over the Perkiomen Creek and serves as a critical route for thousands of commuters. PennDOT closed the bridge in August 2013 when an inspection found it to be in an advanced state of deterioration. The bridge was classified as both structurally deficient and functionally obsolete.

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If rock salt is the only reasonable alternative for your property, remember:

Remove as much ice and snow off paved surfaces as you can before applying salt to speed up melting.

A little salt can go a long way:Rock salt should be applied at about a handful per square yard.Calcium chloride should be spread even thinner, about a handful for 3 square yards.

The air temperature matters. Rock salt is five otimes more effective at melting ice at 30 F

o othan 20 F, and is ineffective below 20 F. Calcium chloride is better for temperatures

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Applying early can prevent ice crystals from forming and minimize the amount of salt used overall.

biodegradable. The drawback? Price. They cost several times more than rock salt and can be difficult to find. This is a good solution for small areas in environmentally sensitive locations, such as floodplains.

Other chlorides: calcium chloride, magnesium chloride, potassium chloride - rock salt (sodium chloride) is not the only chloride product that can melt ice. These other products are generally more expensive than rock salt, but work better at lower temperatures. Calcium chloride is preferred over magnesium chloride because it works at lower temperatures and is applied at a lower rate, leading to less chloride in our streams. Potassium chloride is considered safest for pets and plants, but is often more expensive and does not work well at lower temperatures. All chloride products contribute to pollutant loads in our streams and their use should be minimized.

Salt Alternatives For Treating Icy Sidewalks And DrivewaysSpreading rock salt (sodium chloride) on roads and driveways reduces ice formation, allowing for safer travel for pedestrians and motorists. Too much salt, however, can corrode metal on cars, damage gardens and trees, and pollute our local streams. All landowners can be part of the solution by using alternative products or by using salt at recommended times and rates.

There are several products that can be used instead of salt. Here are a few options to consider:

Sand, clean kitty litter, and used coffee grounds - These products provide great traction. Sand can easily be swept up and disposed of afterwards, but kitty litter often creates mushy clumps. These products will absorb sunlight, contributing to melting and will not harm nearby plants and soil.

Ashes - For those with a wood burning fireplace, ashes are a great option. They provide a lot of traction and absorb sunlight and will melt ice quickly on a sunny day. And they're free!

Beet juice - Increasingly being used by highway departments on its own or mixed with salt. This safe and natural product allows ice to melt even when air temperatures are extremely cold.

Potassium acetate, calcium magnesium acetate - Acetates are super-effective even at extremely low temperatures and are

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Snow Removal: What You Need to KnowThe Public Works Department counts on your cooperation to help them maintain roads during inclement weather.So please…

Try to limit travel so snow clearing operations can be accomplished more quickly.

Move vehicles from the road if possible until it is cleared.

Please wait until the Township is completely finished plowing your street before you clean the end of your driveway. If it's still snowing and you see a plow truck, during most storms we just make a pass in and out to try to keep the road open for emergency equipment like police, fire and ambulance. Not until the storm is over do we plow curb to curb on Township streets.

The Township's first priority is to keep main roads open and passable. Under normal circumstances and for safety reasons, cul-de-sacs and dead end streets are not plowed until high-priority roads are passable.

What About Sidewalks?Property owners and tenants of properties bordering public streets are required by Township Ordinance to thoroughly clear a pathway at least 30 inches wide in the sidewalk within 48 hours after it stops

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snowing. In ice or sleet events, tenants/owners are required to cover the sidewalk with ashes, sawdust or similar materials. Placing snow in the roadway or gutter is prohibited. (Ordinance 120-34 can be viewed online, www.lowerprovidence.org)

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Library News & Programs

2016 Library Board of TrusteesMarie Altieri, PresidentM. Joseph Clement, Vice PresidentMary Shaw, SecretaryBen Simkin, TreasurerDavid NawrockiLucy ArnoldNancy KleinThe Library Board meets the third Monday of the month at 7 pm.

Library Renovations

The library will be undergoing renovations beginning late March into April. We will remain open as much as possible during this time but there may be a few closed days and some days with only afternoon

and evening hours. Schedule changes will be posted on the library website at www.LowerProvidenceLibrary.org.

To register for programs or check on more programs coming up, check the library websiteat www.LowerProvidenceLibrary.org or call the Library at 610-666-6640.

th16 Annual Wine TastingthMark your calendars for the 16 Annual

Wine Tasting on Saturday, March 19 from 7:00-10:00 pm. A selection of fine wines from around the world will be served with great food donated by local establishments. Music, a basket raffle, and a 50/50 drawing round out the evening. Tickets are on sale in the library.

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Montgomery County Public Libraries bring you the first ever "One Book, One County" selection this spring 2016. The selected title, Daniel James Brown's The Boys in the Boat: Nine Americans and Their Epic Quest for Gold at the 1936 Berlin Olympics. Book discussions and other related programs will take place countywide at libraries starting in March 2016 and will culminate on Tuesday, April 19th with the author's appearance at public events at Ursinus College in Collegeville and Montgomery County Community College in Blue Bell. More information to follow.

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Book Tells the Story ofTownship's Rich History

"A Bridge to Our Past" is the story of Lower Providence Township's rich history. The book includes a wealth of

information on the Township's beginnings and its earliest settlers. A photo annex takes longtime

residents on a trip down memory lane and shows newcomers the many links that remain to the

Township's past. The book and its companion, a reprint of the Township Bicentennial booklet, are available at

the Township Building for $10 and $5, respectively.

thLower Providence Township earned first place in the Annual Reports category of the 48 annual Township Citizen Communication Contest sponsored by the Pennsylvania State Association of Township Supervisors (PSATS). The contest recognizes townships that have successfully communicated information, programs and activities to its citizens. The contest attracted entries from across the Commonwealth that were judged on the usefulness of information presented, how well the information was communicated to residents, and overall attractiveness and readability.

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Sewer Authority NewsSewer Authority Members

Paperless Billing -

Residential Rate -

Non-residential Rate -

Fred Walker, ChairmanCharles Rose, Vice ChairmanRobert Tschoepe, SecretaryWilliam Stanczak, TreasurerCatherine Beyer, Assistant TreasurerThe Sewer Authority meets the secondWednesday of the month at 7:30 pm.

Receive your monthly sewer bill by email. If you haven't already signed up with the form that was included in your January 1, 2016 bill, you can complete the form at http://www.lowerprovidence.org/sewer.htm. Past due and/or shut off notices will not be emailed. They will be mailed to you in paper form. Emailed bill(s) will come from "[email protected]".

The sewer rental for each residential unit will continue to be $308.00 per annum payable at the rate of $77.00 per billing quarter.

The sewer rental for non-residential users (all commercial, industrial, schools, clubhouses, fire houses, office, banks, hospitals, churches, chapels, institutions, and any other non-residential users) will be $39.00 per assigned UFU per quarter, plus $1.41 per 1,000 gallons of water (as measured by the water bill promulgated to each non-residential user) consumed during the quarter for which billing is rendered, provided, however that the

minimum sewer rental charge for each non-residential improved property shall be $38.00 per quarterly billing period in addition to the charge related to UFUs. This rate is effective January 1, 2016.

The Sewer Authority is continuing with its I/I (inflow and infiltration) Abatement Program. To date, the Sewer Authority inspected over 3,163 properties within the Township and is scheduling another 500 for inspection this spring in an effort to reduce the amount of I/I entering the system from sump pumps, foundation drains, downspouts, and broken vent stacks. We extend a sincere "Thank You" to all customers that have given their full cooperation with the inspection program and want you to know that as a result there has been a noticeable reduction in the flow in our pipes during periods of heavy rain. The inspections are being done in phases and inspection notices will be posted in your sewer rental bill. Please check your bill for this notice and contact the Sewer Authority

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as soon as your notice is posted. Your immediate response saves the Sewer Authority a great deal of time and money that would otherwise be spent on additional notices and certified mail.

We encourage you to check the website often for updates and call us with any questions you may have regarding the information that is posted. Click on the Sewer Authority tab on the lower left side of the home page of the Township website, www.lowerprovidence.org.

The Sewer Authority wants our customers to know that our employees are always available during regular business hours by calling 610-539-6161 to address emergency situations. After hours emergencies, please call 1-800-379-5713. If you should have a backup in your outside line, contact us so that we can verify that it is not being caused by a blockage in our main line before you call your plumber.

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2016 Household Hazardous Waste Collection Events

Saturday, April 9 Indian Valley Middle School

Saturday, April 30Norristown Area High School

Saturday, May 14Temple University - Ambler Campus

Saturday, June 18Abington Junior High School

Saturday, September 17Spring-Ford 9th Grade Center

SUNDAY, October 16Lower Merion Transfer Station

130 Maple AvenueHarleysville, PA 19438

(enter on North Whitehall Road)1900 Eagle DriveNorristown, PA 19403

(enter at 1431 E. Butler Avenue)Ambler, PA 19002

2056 Susquehanna RoadAbington, PA 19001

400 South Lewis RoadRoyersford, PA 19468

1300 North Woodbine Avenue Penn Valley, PA 19072

Dates, Times and Locations

For additional information:Please visit MontgomeryCountyRecycles.org,or call the recycling line at 610-278-3618. Please do not contact the host sites.

Free residential collection events are held outdoors from 9am-3pm, rain or shine. Residents may attend any event as well as any Household Hazardous Waste event held by Bucks, Chester, Delaware, or Philadelphia Counties.

There are no Permanent drop off locations.

Event workers will unload your materials so please

Toxic and flammable household chemicals are collected for properdisposal. include gasoline, oil, kerosene, turpentine,paint thinner, oil paint, stains, varnish, pool chemicals, herbicides,pesticides, antifreeze, caustic cleaners and solvents, mercury,thermometers, flares, fire extinguishers, lead acid batteries,rechargeable batteries, fluorescent tube light bulbs, and CFL bulbs, minipropane canisters, and electric oil filled heaters. Containers returned upon request.

The maximum amount accepted is 25 gallons or 220 pounds.No 25- or 50-gallon drums.

remain in your vehicle.

Acceptable items

All Events 9am - 3pm

MONTGOMERY COUNTY BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

Josh Shapiro, Chair • Valerie A. Arkoosh, MD, MPH, Vice Chair • Joseph C. Gale, Commissioner

Do Not Bring electronics, appliances, asbestos, explosives, ammunition, medical waste, radioactive waste, smoke detectors, items containing Freon, tires or the following:

is not hazardous and can be placed in the trash once it is dry.Air dry latex paint or add absorbent material like kitty litter until paint becomes a solid.

are not hazardous and should be thrown in the trash.

should be disposed of in the secure drop boxes located in manyarea police stations, a list of which can be found in the Recycling Guide atMontgomeryCountyRecycles.org.

should be taken to locations listed in the Recycling Guide atMontgomeryCountyRecycles.org. Mini propane canisters are accepted at collections.

Latex or Water-Based Paint

Alkaline Household Batteries

Prescription Medications

Propane Tanks

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Saturday, July 16 Western Montgomery Career &(9am - noon) Technology Center

Saturday, July 23 Abington Junior High School (9am - noon)

Sunday, October 23 Lower Merion Transfer Station (9am - noon)

• Please make sure that there is no plastic, plastic bags, batteries, cardboard, or metal, other than staples and paper clips in the waste.

• Bring documents in boxes or paper bags for ease of shredding on site • 2 boxes or paper bags per vehicle limit in consideration of other attendees • Volunteers will assist with removing documents from vehicles • Rain or shine • This event is open to residents of Montgomery County as a community service. Please, no

businesses.• Please note, capacity is limited and the event must close when trucks are full.

Shred One regularly participates in community shredding events which are sponsored by various organizations and governmental agencies. This offers residents in the community the opportunity to destroy their confidential documents and avoid the pitfalls of identity theft. Mobile shredding trucks perform all of the paper shredding on site. All shredded paper is recycled. Shred One is currently recycling paper at a rate which saves over 70,000 trees annually!

For additional information:Please visit MontgomeryCountyRecycles.org or call the recycling line at 610-278-3618.Please do not contact the host sites.

The Montgomery County Commissioners in conjunction with Shred One Security Corp. will be sponsoring community paper shredding events. FREE

The state's Covered Device Recycling Act prohibits televisions, computers and anything that connects to a computer from being picked up as trash. The Township's contracted hauler, J.P. Mascaro, and other companies offer electronics pickup for a fee. Call Mascaro at 1-800-432-1616 for details. Montgomery County recycling officials recommend the following options for drop-off electronics disposal:

Best Buy Pennsylvania stores no longer offer free recycling drop-off of TVs and computer monitors. Residents may still schedule a TV pickup for $99, according to Best Buy's website under "TV and Video Haul-Away Options." The stores still accept computers, printers, peripherals and various electronics at no charge and with no purchase required. Check the website for details.

The store accepts working TVs of any size and working computers and electronics.671 Bethlehem Pike,Montgomeryville, PA 18936,215-631-1570

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Parks & Recreation Department

Department of Parks & Recreation100 Parklane Drive

Eagleville, PA 19403610-635-3543

www.lowerprovidence.org

The Lower Providence Township Parks and Recreation Department strives to provide professional, multi-faceted leisure services to the community.

Our mission is based on a passion for enriching the lives of our residents through recreation, creating natural beauty and maintaining a safe, clean park environment. We foster the responsibility for developing, supporting and administering recreational activities and facilities that enhance the quality of life for all our residents.

PARKS & RECREATION BOARD MEMBERSBeth Ann Mazza, ChairWilliam Wurtz, Vice ChairErin DiPaoloJohn Neilson Jr.Charlotte MandracchiaJ P MascaroGeorge OzorowskiRyan Beil - Student Rep.Kelly Hallman - Student Rep.Carina Tse - Student Rep.Gil Price - Student Rep.

PARKS & RECREATION OFFICE STAFF

Karl A. LukensParks & Recreation Director

Karen M. HegedusRecreation Superintendent

Karen L. BarronAdministrative Assistant

NEW Website for Lower Providence Township Parks and Recreation!

Lower Providence Township Parks & Recreation is proud to provide you with our NEW activity registration system and website: WWW.LPTREC.COM

To get started, please visit the website and create an account with all your household information. The data provided - emergency contacts, medical information, etc. - will help us better serve you. This information will also be automatically placed into your registration forms.

2016 Winter/Spring Recreation Programs are now on www.lptrec.com so check out all the fun and exciting recreation programs, special events and bus trips for everyone!

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Nothing cancels a good class quicker than waiting

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Lower Providence Township Department of Parks and Recreation offers discount tickets to the "Movie Tavern" & "Regal Entertainment Group" theaters in our area. These ticket vouchers may be purchased at the Township Building, Monday - Friday, between the hours of 8:00am and 4:30pm. Cash and credit cards are accepted to purchase tickets. No personal checks, refunds or exchanges.

Discount Movie Tickets

Movie Tavern Tickets are $8.50Regal Entertainment Group tickets are $9.50**

** Participating Regal Entertainment Group theatres include United Artists, Regal Cinemas & Edwards Theatres. Regal Entertainment Group ticket vouchers do not expire.

Lower Providence Township offers "cool" savings on discount ski mountain tickets! These admission tickets may be purchased at the Township Building, Monday - Friday, between the hours of 8:00am and 4:30pm. Cash and most major credit cards are accepted to purchase tickets. No personal checks, refunds or exchanges. Tickets are available through March 2016. Call ahead to confirm availability.

Ski Mountain Discount Tickets

Ski Areas Include:Bear CreekBig Boulder/Jack FrostBlue MountainCamelbackElk MountainShawnee Mountain Photo: Spin Heikel Pixaby

Memorial trees, benches and Walk of Honor brick pavers are welcomed donations at sites within the Lower Providence Township Parks system and are special ways to honor the memory of a loved one.

SPECIAL WAYS TOREMEMBER LOVED ONES

Consider tree, benchor brick donations

If you or your family enjoy a particular park and wish to place a lasting memorial to a family member, friend or pet consider donating a tree or bench. Memorial brick pavers are added to the Walk of Honor in front of the Township's Veterans' Memorial located at the Administration Building.

Memorial gift forms are available at the Administration Building or on-line at the Township website www.lowerprovidence.org under Forms & Documents.

The Township must approve any wording that will appear on any plaques and/or bricks. Once the form is received by the Parks and Recreation Department, we will contact you to confirm your donation.

If you have any questions or would like more information about the memorial donation programs, contact Karl Lukens, Director of Parks and Recreation at 610-635-3543 or [email protected].

Keep up to date with all the fun things going on in the Lower Providence community! Follow Lower Providence Township on Facebook and Twitter @LowerprovTwp to get all the latest on Township news and happenings!

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The "Sponsorship Banner Program" is created for the purpose of providing opportunities for businesses to promote products and services while supporting the Township Parks & Recreation Department and the local sports organizations that utilize township recreation facilities. Revenue generated from this program will be utilized to support the organizations' initiatives and defray overall park facility maintenance expenses. Sponsorship banners would be displayed at selected ball fields within the Township parks system.

If you have any questions or would like more information about the program, contact Karl Lukens, Director of Parks and Recreation at 610-635-3543 or [email protected].

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Monday through Friday ~ Summer 2016Lil' Perkiomy ~ Camp Perkiomy ~ Perkiomy Trailblazers

Summer Camp Information, Activity/Trip Calendars and Registration Formsare available on www.lptrec.com

Monday Friday9:00 am - 12:00 noon

Site: Eagleville Park PavilionChildren ages 4 & 5 years old

Lil' Perkiomy Camp is designed for preschool children aged 4 to 5 years old who may have been in a day care or preschool setting throughout the school year. Children will participate in games, arts & crafts, free play time and other activities. "Special Guests" are scheduled throughout the summer. A weekly activity sheet will be emailed to you so you can prepare yourself and your camper for loads of fun each week.

In case of inclement weather, camp moves into the Township Building. Lil' Perkiomy Camp site is managed by a qualified staff of a Site Supervisor along with Camp Counselors. Registration maximum is 15 children for each two week camp session.

th stCamp Session I: June 20 to July 1 th ndCamp Session II: July 11 to July 22th thCamp Session III: July 25 to August 5

Registration Opens:*Residents: FEBRUARY 1, 2016 *Non-Resident: MARCH 1, 2016

Monday Friday8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Sites: Eagleville, Audubon & Arrowhead Elementary

Children who have completed hKindergarten thru entering 5 grade

EXTENDED CARE OPTION7:30-8:00 am AND/OR 4:00-5:00 pm

Camp Perkiomy is designed for children who have completed Kindergarten through entering 5th grade. Each week is different with a variety of activities including arts and crafts, organized games, off-site trips and special events. The weekly activity and trip sheet will be emailed to you so you can prepare yourself and your camper for loads of fun.

Each Camp Perkiomy site is managed by a qualified staff of Site Supervisor, Group Leaders and Camp Counselors. Registration maximum is 100 children per site for the seven week program.

th thCamp Dates: June 20 to August 5 thNo Camp: July 4


Monday Friday8:00 am - 4:00 pm

Sites: Eagleville Park @ Shoemaker House & Arrowhead Elementary

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5 thru 8 grade

EXTENDED CARE OPTION7:30-8:00 am AND/OR 4:00-5:00 pm

Perkiomy Trailblazers Camp is designed for youths who are entering 5th through 8th grades. The weekly activity and trip sheet will be emailed to you so you can prepare yourself and your camper for loads of fun. 2 days a week are trip days, and 3 days campers will be on-site with special guest speakers and a variety of arts and crafts, organized games especially designed for this pre-teen age group.

Perkiomy Trailblazers Camp is managed by a qualified staff, specifically Site Supervisor along with Camp Counselors. Registration maximum is 35 participants for the seven week program.

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th 8 AnnualCommunity TreeLighting

ndFriday, December 2 6:30 pmEagleville Park

2015 Lower Providence TownshipCommunity Special Events

Easter Egg Huntth

Saturday, March 12 10:00 amEagleville Park

thRain Date: Saturday, March 19 10:00 am

Independence DayFireworks & Concert

thMonday, July 4 6:30 pmEagleville Park

thRain Date: Tuesday, July 5 6:30 pm

th29 AnnualCommunityFall Festival

stSaturday, October 1 11:00 am 4:00 pmEagleville Park

ndRain Date: Sunday, October 2

Lower Providence Township Parks & Recreation is happy to work with each sponsor to help them gain as much exposure as possible. We welcome any sponsor benefits not listed above and will consider them on a case by case basis.

Platinum Sponsor: $4,000 & UPNamed sponsor for (4) eventsCheck presentation photo opportunity(oversized check provided by sponsor)Placement of banner at events (banner provided by sponsor)Name / logo on event shirts (where applicable)Booth space at eventsListed as sponsor on all event marketing materials(e.g. Flyers, program booklets, website)Listed on Sponsor Boards at events

Named sponsor for (3) eventsCheck presentation photo opportunity

(oversized check provided by sponsor)Placement of banner at events (banner provided by sponsor)Name / logo on event shirt (where applicable)Booth space at eventsListed as sponsor on all event marketing materials

(e.g. Flyers, program booklets, website)Listed on Sponsor Boards at events

Named sponsor for (2) eventsCheck presentation photo opportunity

(oversized check provided by sponsor)Name / logo on event shirt (where applicable)Booth space at eventListed as sponsor on all event marketing materials

(e.g. Flyers, program booklets, website)Listed on Sponsor Boards at events

Named sponsor for (1) eventCheck presentation photo opportunity

(oversized check provided by sponsor)Booth space at eventListed as sponsor on all event marketing materials

(e.g. Flyers, program booklets, website)Listed on Sponsor Boards at event

Named Friend of the Parks for (1) event Booth space at eventListed as sponsor on all event marketing materials

(e.g. Flyers, program booklets, website)

Named Community Partner for (1) eventListed as sponsor on all event marketing materials

(e.g. Flyers, program booklets, website)

Gold Sponsor: $2,000 - $3,999

Silver Sponsor: $1,000 - $1,999

Bronze Sponsor: $500 - $999

Friend of the Parks: $250 - $499

Community Partner: $50 - $249

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