Community Awareness Bulletins are produced by the Pennsylvania State Police Criminal Intelligence Center as a means to inform the general public of developing crime trends and potential safety issues that impact our community. Below are links to two Bulletins recently received from the State Police:
Toys for Tots Toy Collection
The South Coventry Township Office is a drop-off location for the US Marine Corps Reserve Toys for Tots Program. If you would like to donate a new, unwrapped toy please drop it off at the Township Office during normal business hours. Final day for toy collection is Thursday, December 12, 2013.
For more information about Toys for Tots, please visit www.toysfortots.org.
Comcast Internet Essentials Program
Comcast has recently launched Internet Essentials, a program which provides families with children who are eligible to receive free lunches under the National School Lunch Program with low-cost internet service, affordable computers and digital literacy training. To learn more and apply online visit www.internetessentials.com or call 1-855-846-8376 to request an application.
The Board Would Like to Thank…
The Board of Supervisors would like to thank Nestle Waters North America Inc and the Ridglea Home Owners Association for their donations to South Coventry Township.
Funds donated by Nestle Waters North America were used this summer to purchase two new pieces of playground equipment for Connie Batdorf Park. The Ridglea HOA recently donated a gazebo, formerly located on HOA property, to the Township that will be relocated to the TS Elliott Walking Trail.
The Board appreciates Nestle Water North America and the Ridglea HOA’s help in improving recreational opportunities in our Township! Check out the Parks and Recreation page for more information regarding recreational opportunities in our area.
South Coventry Fall 2013 Newsletter Available
The Fall 2013 Township Newsletter is now available. Click here to check it out!
Prescription Drug Take-Back Event
The Drug Enforcement Administration has scheduled a National Prescription Drug Take-Back Day on Saturday, October 26, 2013 from 10:00AM to 2:00PM. This is a great opportunity to safely dispose any unused or unwanted prescription drugs. Click here to find a local take-back location.
Hankin Library’s 10th Anniversary Celebration
The Henrietta Hankin Branch Library will be celebrating its 10th Anniversary with a public celebration on Saturday, September 21, 2013 from 10:00am to 2:00pm at the Hankin Library located at 215 Windgate Drive, Chester Springs PA. The celebration will include a variety of family activities including special performances, games and crafts. Click here to view the event flyer or visit the Henrietta Hankin Branch Library website for more information.
Public Input Requested
Chester County has begun the process to update their hazard mitigation plan. As part of that process they are requesting public input regarding the risks facing our community. Please click on the link below if you would be willing to complete their 10 question survey or visit the Chester County Department of Emergency Services for more information.
Survey Link: www.surveymonkey.com/s/mitigationsurvey
Chester County Warns Residents of Excessive Heat
The National Weather Service has issued an Excessive Heat Warning in effect from Monday, July 15, 2013 through Saturday, July 20, 2013. Residents are reminded that that extreme heat can pose a challenge to the body’s temperature control system. If the body does not cool properly, there is potential for heat-related illness, which can take different forms, ranging from general fatigue to muscular cramping to life-threatening heat stroke.
The Chester County Department of Aging has fans available for County residents age 60 and older, who qualify, to help cope with the excessive heat. If a fan is needed because no other means of cooling a living area is available, call 610-344-6350. Rover Community Transportation will be providing additional transportation services for individuals age 65 or over to help seniors reach public places that are air conditioned such as libraries, movie theaters or shopping malls. To contact Rover transportation dispatch, call 484-696-3854 (after 5:30 p.m. press 3 to be connected to dispatch).
The Office of Aging Services’ hotline for heat emergencies is 610-344-4141. Additional information can be found by following the links below:
Chester County Extreme Heat Precautions
Chester County Excessive Heat Press Release
Share the Road Campaign
On Friday, May 10, 2013 the Chester County Commissioners signed a proclamation declaring May to be Bike Month in Chester County. The Chester County Cycling Coalition has launched the Share the Road Campaign in Chester County. It is important for all motorists and bicyclists to be educated on how to share the road to help reduce injuries and fatalities in the County.
Bicycles are legal vehicles in Pennsylvania and are subject to the same rules as cars. When passing a bike, motorists are required by law to give at least four feet of space. Check out the links below for more information on how to safely share the road, educational materials and on-road bicycling classes: