Announcements

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

July 20, 2010

Contact:

Jackie Tallon, Township Manager

Upper Frederick Township

The Upper Frederick Township Board of Supervisors would like to invite township residents to attend the first public presentation exploring the feasibility of a Transfer of Development Rights (TDR) program.The meeting will be held during the regularly scheduled planning commission meeting on July 29 at 7:00 P.M. at the Township Building, 3205 Big Road.TDR is an open space preservation tool that enables a property owner to permanently preserve land by moving development to areas more appropriate for growth.

The meeting will focus on how TDR works, where it has been used successfully, and best practices from existing TDR programs.Following the presentation, participants are invited to ask questions and comment.This project is funded by the Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission and is being guided by a Steering Committee of Township residents with assistance from CHPlanning, a professional planning firm. A second public meeting to present a draft TDR zoning ordinance will be announced in September.

Burn Ban

"By order of Fire Marshal, a burn ban is in effect until further notice."

"Perkiomen Crossing Security Awareness Bulletin" - June 23, 2010

We have recently been notified that a "Security Notification" has been circulated within the Perkiomen Crossing Community with specific regard to a recent series of break-ins and thefts.Please be advised that although the bulletin contains information from the State Police, it was circulated by a resident and not the State Police.

After speaking with the State Police this afternoon (6/29), I am pleased to be able to report that they believe that they have apprehended all of the suspects in these incidents, and recovered if not all, the vast majority of the stolen property. To that end, the State Police will be providing the township with pictures of the stolen property, as well as procedural information to be used in reclaiming the stolen items. We expect to have this information posted here on the website by early the week of July 5th.

Robert C. Young, Chairman

Update - July 12, 2010

Below are pictures of the recovered stolen property.If you recognize any of this property please contact the PA State Police at 610-584-1250.

View photographs of the recovered stolen property

Recycling At The Township Building

New recycling hours effective immediately

- Monday through Friday only - 7:00 AM to 2:00 PM
- Assisted recycling - Last Saturday of the month from 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Events

Phase 1 of the Bob Wayland Memorial Park is now open.

COMMUNITY DAY - September 25, 2010 (Details to follow)

Upper Frederick Township History Book

The newly reprinted version of "A Compendium of the History of Upper Frederick Township" originally published in 1975 by The Bicentennial Committee of Upper Frederick Township is now available for sale at the Township Building for $25.00.

Attention History Lovers

In order to preserve the history, lore, and historical heritage of Upper Frederick Township the Township Officials are exploring the possibility of creating a Township Historical Society. Anyone having an interest in preserving the history of Upper Frederick Township is encouraged to contact the Township office. Members need not be township residents.

The Historical Society will be an independent organization, however it will maintain a working relationship with the township government. The society will depend solely on volunteers.

Vacancy

PARKS & RECREATION BOARD VACANCY: If you would be interested in filling this vacancy, please contact the Township at 610-754-6436.

Volunteers Needed

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR UPPER FREDERICK FIRE COMPANY