Enews - March 27

A Message from North Penn Water Authority - Related to Spill in Lower Bucks County

North Penn Water Authority’s Water Supply is unaffected by the river spill in Lower Bucks County.  

“There is no impact from this event on customers of the North Penn Water Authority. Our water is continuously monitored and tested around the clock every day. Our customers can be assured that their water is completely safe,” said Anthony Bellitto, Executive Director of NPWA.

The chemical spill on the Delaware River in Bristol, PA, in Lower Bucks County, which the Philadelphia Water Department has been responding to over the weekend, occurred at a location approximately 38 miles south of and downstream of NPWA’s river intake at the Point Pleasant Pumping Station. It is not possible for the spilled material to travel in the opposite direction of the river’s flow to reach the Authority’s facility, located upstream and such a long distance away.

Online Processing Fee Increase - Effective April 1st

Earlier this month, the Township was informed that its online payment processor will be increasing its fees for credit card and ACH payments effective April 1, 2023. For those wishing to pay sewer and tax bills online, the rates will change as follows:

ACH Payments

• Currently:            $0.95 per transaction
• As of April 1:       $2.50 per transaction

 Credit Card payment:

• Currently:          2.79% with a $1.50 minimum
• As of April 1:     2.99% with a $2.50 minimum

Upcoming Meetings

• The Veterans Advisory Committee will meet Monday, March 27, at 7 pm.
• The Zoning Hearing Board will meet Thursday, April 6, at 6:30 pm.
• The Open Space & Parks Advisory Committee will meet Monday, April 10, at 7 pm
• The Environmental Advisory Council will meet Tuesday, April 11, at 7 pm
• The Board of Supervisors will meet Wednesday, April 12, at 7 pm

There will not be a Planning Commission Meeting in April.

These meeting take place in the Meeting Hall Building of the Towamencin Municipal Complex, located at 1090 Troxel Road, Lansdale.

Perkiomen Watershed Conservancy - April 15th Stream Clean-Up Event

The Perkiomen Watershed is seeking volunteers to help with their April 15th Stream Clean-up Event. The Clean-Up will include 3 Towamencin locations: the tributary by the Community Pool, Fischer’s Park and Bustard Road Park.

While the Township locations appear to have met the Conservancy's volunteer thresholds, there are additional locations in neighboring municipalities that still could use some help. For more information to volunteer or sponsor, visit PWC's website.

Have you ever wanted to learn more about rain gardens? Join us to explore how rain gardens reduce stormwater runoff and filter pollutants while providing a wildlife-friendly addition to your home landscape. Learn about different stormwater management techniques for your property, with an in-depth discussion on rain garden construction and maintenance.

Township residents will be inspired by an informative indoor presentation by Perkiomen Watershed Conservancy staff and will get to take home native plants for their gardens. New this year - the EAC is generously offsetting the cost for residents, so this workshop is only $10 per person and includes three native perennials. Spots are limited so register today!  Register here. 

Date/Time: Thursday, April 27 at 6:30 pm
Event flyer& location: Township Meeting Hall - 1090 Troxel Road, Lansdale, PA

photo courtesy of Perkiomen Watershed Conservancy