Board of Supervisors - April 27th Meeting
The next Board of Supervisors Meeting is tonight, Wednesday, April 27 at 7 pm. This meeting will be held in person at the Township’s Meeting Hall Building and will also be streamed online via Zoom, for residents unable to attend in person, but wish to watch and/or hear the meeting. For those unable to attend in person, public comments may be submitted prior via email to info@towamencin.org until 4:30 pm on the day of the meeting.
Public comments submitted by 4:30 pm on the meeting day will be read at the start of the meeting. Include your name and address along with public comment submissions. The meeting agenda can be found here.
Zoom info:
Topic: 27 April 2022 BOS Meeting
Time: Apr 27, 2022 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
Join Zoom Meeting - https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86128114533?pwd=dS9JUWZuYW9CL2lNWVNoTmRRTWZOUT09
Meeting ID: 861 2811 4533
Passcode: 5197564
Dial by your location - 1 267-831-0333 US (Philadelphia)
Township & County Taxes - Discount Period Ends April 30th
Reminder: the 2 % discount period for the Township and County taxes ends April 30th. You may drop off your payment in person, use our drop-box after hours, mail or pay online at https://www.towamencin.org/information/online-payments/. If you have questions about your bill, contact the Township Office at 215-368-5357.
Sumneytown Pike to Close at U.S. 202 (Dekalb Pike) Beginning May 2
While not in Towamencin, this road closure will likely impact many living in our Township and our neighboring municipalities.
PennDOT announced that beginning Monday, May 2nd, Sumneytown Pike will be closed and detoured approaching U.S. 202 (Dekalb Pike) from Swedesford Road, May 2, for construction under a project to widen and improve nearly three miles of U.S. 202 - from south of Morris Road to Hancock Road in Whitpain and Lower Gwynedd Townships. The closure will be in place 24/7 through Thursday, May 26.
During the closure, Sumneytown Pike Road motorists will be directed to use U.S. 202 (Dekalb Pike), Route 63 (Welsh Road) and North Wales Road/Walnut Street. Local access will be maintained up to the construction zone. Motorists are advised to allow more time for travel near the work area because backups and slowdowns may occur. All scheduled activities are weather dependent.
Primary Election Deadlines
- May 2 - Last day to register
- May 10 – Last day to apply for absentee or mail-in ballot
- May 17 – Last day to receive absentee or mail-in ballot
- May 17 – Election Day poll open 7 am – 8 pm
- May 24 – Last day to receive military/overseas ballots
For more information, visit https://www.montcopa.org/753/Voter-Services
Spring Environmental Tips
brought to you by Towamencin's Environmental Advisory Council
Reset Your Water Heater Thermostat: After heating and cooling systems, water heaters are the second highest source of energy usage in the home. It takes a lot of energy to heat water, and most people have the thermostat on their water heater set way too high. Your water heater heats water to a set temperature, then maintains that temperature 24/7. That means that your water heater just cycles on and off, continually reheating water to that temperature, whether you use it or not. Setting the temperature on your water heater just a few degrees cooler can save you money on your energy bills and you likely won’t even notice the difference.
Downspout Planter Workshop - Thursday, May 12, 6:30 PM
Hosted by our Environmental Advisory Council.
Looking for a way to reduce the amount of stormwater on your property? A downspout planter that attaches to your downspout and diverts rainwater into the planter is a great solution! During this workshop, representatives from the Perkiomen Watershed Conservancy will lead participants through the steps of planting and installing a downspout planter at their home.
Participants will leave with a planter that is ready to be attached to their downspout. All necessary supplies, including native plant plugs, will be provided. There will be options for either sun or shade plants.
Workshop Location: Fischer’s Park, 2225 Bustard Rd, Lansdale, PA
Workshop Fee: $30
Register here: https://www.classy.org/event/towamencin-downspout-planter-workshop/e391258
Towamencin Day - Saturday, May 21
Mark your calendars; our community day is quickly approaching. New this year is Ax Throwing. Returning this year is FREE face painting/balloon animals, pony rides, police/fire activities, inflatables by A+ Jump, magic shows, and much more! The event includes live music, food court, and an array of vendors and local community groups. This is a great event for the whole family and residents of all ages. Come out, support your local vendors, and enjoy a beautiful day in the park!
Schedule of Events:
12:00-1:00pm Montgomery Concert Band
1:00-2:00pm Montgomery Jazz Band
2:00-3:00pm
3:00-4:00pm
Registration for Vendors and Food Vendors is below:
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/towamencin-township-community-day-2022-tickets-245915508907
Towamencin Electronics Recycling Event - Saturday, June 25th (9 am - 12 pm)
North Penn High School Parking Lot - 1340 Valley Forge Road, Lansdale Official event flyer
We are proud to offer our residents the opportunity to responsibly recycle their obsolete electronics. This service is available to all Towamencin residents and small businesses with fewer than 50 employees. No smoke detectors or large appliances will be accepted. All data media will be destroyed or wiped!
Accepted Items Include: Laptops, computers, peripherals, typewriters, mice, telephones, printers, fax machines, cameras, keyboards, cell phones, small appliances, calculators
Items with fees: $30 per TV or computer monitor, $10 per air- conditioner, microwave or dehumidifier, $100 per wooden console or projection TV
All residents must pre-register on Eventbrite link.
Montco Pikes - Draft Report is Live, Public Comment is Open!
The Montco Pikes study team has been busy taking feedback provided on the draft improvements last fall to develop the future vision for the six selected Montgomery County-owned corridors: Butler Pike, Easton Road, Germantown Pike, Geryville Pike, Sumneytown Pike, and Swamp Pike. The future vision for each corridor includes proposed roadway cross sections for logical sections of each pike as well as specific locations for needed improvements, such as intersection alignments, turning lanes, and bicycle and pedestrian facility installations.
The Montgomery County Planning Commission is developing a final report detailing the vision plan for improving six county-owned corridors. The #MontcoPikes study will be used to plan safety and operational improvements for people who drive, bicycle, walk or use transit along Easton Road, Butler Pike, Germantown Pike, Geryville Pike, Sumneytown Pike, and Swamp Pike.
Visit montcopikes.mindmixer.com before May 13 to review the elements of the draft study report that were developed for the six Montco Pikes corridors and provide feedback on the final draft. Your input will be used to help refine the final report.
Employment Opportunities - Accounts Receivable Clerk, Front Desk Administrative Clerk , Public Works Positions
ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE CLERK
Towamencin Township, Montgomery County, PA is seeking to fill the position of Accounts Receivable Clerk. The position offers the potential for either 1 full time or 2 part time positions (non-exempt), working hours between 8 am – 4:30 pm. The A/R Clerk will be responsible for the billing and collection of property and sewer taxes, as well as, other payments to the Township; researching and resolving resident billing issues and inquiries; enforcing applicable policies; calculating commercial sewer usage; maintains on-line payment database to ensure timely & accurate information; issuing sewer certifications for resales/refinancing of Township properties; reviews & processes daily receipts and deposits. See full job description for additional job functions.
Dependent on FT/PT status, includes excellent benefits (FT) with a salary range of $21.60 - $24 per hour, dependent upon qualifications. Full job description and employment applications may be found via the links below. Applications and resumes will be accepted until the position(s) are filled and should be sent to HR@towamencin.org or mailed to Towamencin Township, Attn: Colleen Ehrle, 1090 Troxel Road, Lansdale, PA 19446. E.O.E.
FRONT DESK ADMINISTRATIVE CLERK
Towamencin Township, Montgomery County, PA is seeking to fill the position of a Front Desk Administrative Clerk. The position offers the potential for 1 full time or 2 part time positions (non-exempt), working hours between 8 am – 4:30 pm. This is a very responsive and visible clerical position. The Front Desk Administrative Clerk will greet all customers, answer and direct a high volume of calls, as well as, provide support to the Codes Department and other department managers as needed, assisting in general office management responsibilities.
Dependent on FT/PT status, includes excellent benefits (FT) with a salary range of $17 - $20 per hour, dependent upon qualifications.
Applications and resumes will be accepted until the position(s) are filled and should be sent to HR@towamencin.org or mailed to Towamencin Township, Attn: Colleen Ehrle, 1090 Troxel Road, Lansdale, PA 19446. E.O.E.
FULL TIME PUBLIC WORKS POSITION
Towamencin Township is seeking applications for a full time Public Works Laborer. This position’s duties will include but are not limited to: the repair and maintenance of roadways, stormwater system, parks and open space, along with all Township owned facilities.
The desired applicant should have basic construction skills and the ability to operate or learn to operate all construction related machinery and hand tools related to the position. The applicant should also have a minimum Class B CDL with airbrake endorsement. Applicants should thrive working in a fast-paced environment with an experienced and hard-working team. Experience plowing and salting roads is a plus.
Towamencin Township offers a great opportunity, with excellent benefits and a competitive starting rate to the selected applicant. Applications and Resumes will be accepted until the position is filled. Applications are available here. Resumes/applications can be mailed to Towamencin Township, 1090 Troxel Road, Lansdale, PA 19446 or emailed to Colleen Ehrle at HR@towamencin.org.
SUMMER PUBLIC WORKS POSITION
Towamencin Township has a summer position opportunity with the Public Works Department. Skilled and semi-skilled duties included, but not limited to: lawn mowing with a zero-turn mower, trimming, mulching, weeding and road work labor as needed for paving and pipe work. Applicant must be at least 18 years old and have a current driver’s license, with the ability to drive a full-size pick-up truck with a trailer. 40 hours per week, 7 am – 3:30 pm, hourly rate $12.00. Applications are available at the Township, located at 1090 Troxel Road, Lansdale, PA 19446 or at www.towamencin.org.
Resumes/applications can be mailed to Towamencin Township, 1090 Troxel Road, Lansdale, PA 19446 or emailed to Colleen Ehrle at HR@towamencin.org until position is filled.
