1645 ART SCHOOL ROAD | CHESTER SPRINGS
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610-590-5300
WEST PIKELAND TOWNSHIP NEWSLETTER
FEBRUARY 2021
The Chester County Health Department has released new information on vaccinations. The vaccine will be available in a phased approach. Due to the limited supply of vaccine, the first phase is expected to take several months, however, all Pennsylvanians whom wish to receive the COVID-19 vaccine will be vaccinated as they continue to rollout this phased vaccine distribution.

For more information, click here
COVID PROCEDURES IN OUR OFFICE
Social distancing and COVID guidelines remain in place in all Township buildings. All visitors are asked to wear masks and maintain 6’ distance if waiting in the lobby. Please ring the bell when you enter the front desk area to alert staff of your presence. We still strongly encourage anyone having business with the Township to continue to do so by phone or email and limit in-person contact as much as possible.

For current updates and information, follow the Township on Facebook, Twitter or visit us at westpikeland.com

TOWNSHIP OFFICE CLOSED FOR PRESIDENT'S DAY
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2021


PARKS AND RECRATION NEWS
Socially distanced Yoga in the Park is back! Join us at the West Pikeland Township Amphitheatre for an hour of yoga every Saturday morning from 9am to 10am, May 8 through June 12. This event is free to the public, no registration required.

Waivers need to be filled out online or in person. To fill out your waiver online, visit here
Looking to get involved in your backyard?

The Parks and Recreation Committee is looking for volunteers to assist with upcoming events.

Email us at [email protected] for more information or to sign up
ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COUNCIL NEWS
March 23, 2021 @ 7:30pm
Presented via Zoom
by Sharon Richardson
West Pikeland Township Emissions Report

View the report on our website
Medication Drop Off Locations
Safely dispose of unwanted and expired medications
Visit here for locations
WHAT'S HAPPENING
Dietrich Foundations Donate 68 Acres
West Pikeland Township is pleased to announce that the William B. Dietrich Foundation and Daniel W. Dietrich II Foundation have donated 68 acres off of Horseshoe Trail Road. We are very grateful for this generous gift of land, which will be kept as Open Space.

Many thanks to these foundations for allowing us to preserve such a large parcel in our township against future development.


Lawn Maintenance Bid

Bids are now being accepted for lawn maintenance for West Pikeland Township. Sealed proposals will be received by the Board of Supervisors of WEST PIKELAND TOWNSHIP, 1645 Art School Road, Chester Springs, Chester County, Pennsylvania 19425 until 12:00 Noon on Monday, March 8, 2021.

Farmland Lease Bids

Sealed proposals will be received by the Board of Supervisors of WEST PIKELAND TOWNSHIP, 1645 Art School Road, Chester Springs, Chester County, Pennsylvania 19425 until February 22, 2021 at noon in the Township Office

NEWS YOU CAN USE
DARC 2021 Programs Are Now Available!

Sign up for Playground Camps, Golf Camps, Drawing Classes, Piano Lessons, Chess Lessons, Summer Photography and much more!

Visit online for more information

This year, I was sworn in to serve as your new State Senator for the 19th District. I want to thank my predecessor Senator Andy Dinniman for his years of service and dedication to Chester County. Previously, I served as State Representative for the 156th Legislative District, as Mayor of West Chester, and on West Chester Borough Council.  

Public service is a sacred responsibility, especially in a time of crisis. While my offices are continuing to work remotely during this pandemic, I still encourage you to reach out via phone or email with any questions, comments, or concerns. My staff is
working hard to address unemployment compensation issues, PennDOT concerns, navigating resources in our area, questions about COVID-19 testing and vaccination, and much more.  


Please know that my office is here to assist you with any state-related questions or concerns. I encourage you to follow me on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and my website for all the latest updates in the district. It’s an honor to serve as your voice in Harrisburg.
Happy Library Lovers Month from Chester
Springs Library!
Stop in and say hello, get a library card, pick-up something to read, grab a DVD for the weekend, ask us about e-books, check out our programs – the possibilities are endless!

Chester Springs Library is open Monday through Saturday – 10AM to 6PM
Walk-ins welcome ▪ Curbside service is available, call when you arrive
1709 Art School Road, Chester Springs (610)827-9212

TOWNSHIP ARCHIVES
Railroads in West Pikeland
Did you know a railway ran through our township? The Pickering Valley Branch of the Reading Railroad Company was laid in 1871 to run from Phoenixville to Byers Station. Along this route were milk collecting stops, including Pikeland Station near the present Hallman's General store. In addition to the large creamery at Byers, Opperman's Corner was another creamery serviced by the railway.
The railway had trains running four times times a day in each direction, with extensive passenger traffic.
Picture at top right is the Chester Springs Station, and the picture bottom right is Anselma Station.
UPCOMING MEETINGS
Board of Supervisors Meeting
February 16, 2021 @ 7:30pm via Zoom


Meeting ID: 505 608 3320

You can also sign up for automatic text and emails alerts with ReadyChesco. The public is welcome to attend.
Zoning Hearing Board
February 17, 2020 @ 7::00pm via Zoom



Meeting ID: 951 2408 5452


The public is welcome to attend.
Environmental Advisory Council Meeting
March 2, 2021 @ 7:30pm via Zoom


Meeting ID: 938 4884 3476


The public is welcome to attend.
Parks and Recreation Meeting
March 4, 2021 @ 7:30pm via Zoom


Meeting ID: 984 1490 9160


The public is welcome to attend.
Meeting information, including agendas, can be found on our website
REPORTS & RESOLUTIONS
HISTORIC YELLOW SPRINGS NEWS
Historic Yellow Springs
48th Annual Yellow Springs Art Show
April 24 - May 23

SALT Stagelight University
Theatre training for grades 5-12
Chester Springs Library
Macbeth via Zoom
CHESTER COUNTY GOVERNMENT INFORMATION
Chester County’s official source for emergency information and government notifications. Receive notices by text and email for weather emergencies and West Pikeland Township Board of Supervisors Meetings. Sign up HERE
Chester County COVID resources include statistics by township, support strategies, employer and workforce resources and testing locations.

For more information click HERE
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