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729 St. Matthews Road, Chester Springs
Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
610-458-1601
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West Vincent Township eNewsletter | |
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Township Offices will be CLOSED on Tuesday, November 7 for Election Day and on Thursday, November 23 and Friday, November 24 in observance of Thanksgiving.
The West Vincent Township Building, located at 729 St. Matthews Road, Chester Springs, is a polling location for Precinct 690.
Ludwig's Corner Fire Company, located at 1325 Pottstown Pike, Glenmoore, is a polling location for Precinct 693.
Voter questions should be directed to Chester County Voter Services.
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Fall Fest was a success!
Thank you!
Fall Fest was a beautiful, sunny day filled with activities, crafters, vendors, food trucks, and our happy residents.
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Scarecrows were assembled, pumpkins were painted, and our residents enjoyed the beauty of our multi-hued Opalanie Park.
Our Sustainability Committee collected over 1,000 pounds of rechargeable batteries.
Visit our Fall Fest home page for our photo gallery, raffle winners, and our Photography Contest photo gallery.
The Board of Supervisors and the Township appreciate the support and hard work of all Fall Fest volunteers and participants.
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SPOTLIGHT ON OUR RESIDENTS | |
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A Conversation with Marty Blumenthal - Enduring Community Service and Hometown Nostalgia
On a recent visit to Ludwigs Corner Fire Company to deliver sundry donations, a West Vincent Township staff member was introduced to Marty Blumenthal, a 50-year volunteer and a 67-year resident of West Vincent Township!
His pleasant countenance, charming demeanor, and spry personality compelled us to extend an invitation to him to share his experience as one of our firefighters and his personal West Vincent history.
Read the full conversation with this especially active nonagenarian.
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The Farmer of the Year award recognizes a farmer, farm family, partnership, etc., who maintains and exemplifies outstanding farming practices.
This year, Birchrun Hill Farm, farm of former WVT Supervisor, Ken Miller and family was recently presented with the Farmers of the Year award by the Chester County Commissioners. "They are being recognized for their dynamic business model, commitment to sustainable farming practices, and local food system advocacy. Their award-winning, delicious cheeses doesn't hurt either!"
Congratulations!
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Historic Properties Along St. Matthews Road
West Vincent Township is proud of the historical significance of its landscape. St. Matthews Road is one of the major arteries that traverses our township and provides an aesthetic journal of our history. Read complete article with map and site descriptions.
This article with map was created for the sole purpose of sharing the history of our township. All sites on the map are our residents' private property and homes. Please respect their privacy and refrain from trespassing.
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ENVIRONMENTAL ADVISORY COUNCIL | |
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Penn State Extension - Residential Stormwater Solutions
Take Advantage of these FREE Seminars
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Watershed-Friendly Recommendations
Discover how the Watershed-Friendly Property Certification and Stormwater Basics Series can help residents implement stormwater management best practices and safeguard water resources on their properties.
November 14, 2023 (12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.)
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Use and Benefits of Rain Barrels
Join us for a discussion on the uses and advantages of rain barrels for homeowners and provide information on a basic DIY rain barrel construction method.
November 16, 2023
(12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.)
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Rain Gardens - A Stormwater Slam Dunk
Join us for this webinar, which will educate participants on the benefits, design, and maintenance of rain gardens, a crucial stormwater management feature.
November 21, 2023 (12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.)
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Backyard Meadows
Join our informative webinar on the advantages and fundamental aspects of installing and maintaining a backyard meadow. Learn to assess whether a meadow is a viable option for your property, regardless of its size.
November 28, 2023 (12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.)
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Stormwater-Friendly Lawn Care Strategies
This session will encompass various topics, such as downsizing your lawn, optimizing fertilizer use, effective mowing techniques, preventing soil compaction, and managing pests effectively.
November 30, 2023 (12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.)
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Additional Stormwater Management resource links, also located on the WVT EAC home page.
Stormwater Damage -Penn State article, Nov 2021, "Slow the Flow: Reduce Stormwater on Your Property", provides the latest information to help homeowners manage and reduce storm water runoff.
Download "The Homeowner's Guide to Stormwater" for more information on how to maintain your yard and control runoff created by Lancaster County Conservation District in partnership with the Little Conestoga Partnership.
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The Litter Lifters of West Vincent is teaming up with East Pikeland and Keep PA Beautiful!
Saturday, November 4,
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
873 Spring City Road
Help us improve the riparian corridor at the future Hidden River Park & Preserve.
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Operation Green Light supports veterans and raises awareness about challenges faced by veterans and their families.
Show your support by displaying a green light during the week of November 6th.
Get a free green lightbulb by contacting Chester County Veteran Affairs at 610-344-6475 or svprice@chesco.org.
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The Book Nook is thriving and needs inventory!
Saturday, November 11,
10 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. at the Henrietta Hankin Branch Library in the Community Room.
Donation guidelines - please don't be a turkey and follow:
No more than FOUR bags or boxes of books (Please no huge boxes or bags)
No textbooks, computer books, or travel guides over TWO years old.
Ask yourself – “WOULD I BUY THIS??” We cannot sell moldy, smelly, mildewed, heavily underlined, or chewed materials.
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Saturday, November 11,
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Bring your BELOVED BUT BROKEN items and fix them for FREE* with our Repair Coaches.
- Soft Toys - Dolls & Stuffed Animals
- Computers & Electronics
- Mechanical & Electrical
- Things Made of Wood
- Clothing & Textiles
- Bikes
Limit TWO Items Per Person!
(*Lamp and bike parts available for purchase at our cost.)
Everyone is welcome, no matter where you live!
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All Township and Police Department up-to-date information can be found on the West Vincent Township website at www.westvincenttwp.org.
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