The Borough has just been notified that PECO has restricted road access at the intersection of Rydal Road and York Road to complete gas main work.
PECO has closed the eastbound lane of Rydal Road from York Road to the driveway access of 500 York to complete this underground utility work. PECO has kept one lane is open and is allowing thru traffic however the Borough recommends using caution when driving in the area.
This work will last until approximately 3PM. If you have any questions, please call Borough Hall at (215) 885-0700. Thank you!
The Borough has been notified by AQUA Pennsylvania that the proposed water main work that was scheduled to begin tomorrow, September 28th on Washington Lane between York Road and Township Line Road has been postponed until 2018.
As the PECO Gas Main project has been completed on Rydal Road, Rydal Road will be closed between the entrance to the parking lot for 500 York Road and Clement Road tomorrow, Wednesday, September 27th from 7:00 AM until 4:00 PM to mill and pave Rydal Road. Read More »
Jenkintown Borough has received inquires from residents concerning the PA State One Call location/safety markings. The marking of underground utilities is required once a One Call has been submitted. You will see the markings in locations that are either under design for excavation or construction is planned.
Since both inquires received concerned the required color coded markings here is a brief description from the State One Call website on the temporary color marking that is required: White: proposed excavation; Pink: temporary survey markings; Red: electric power lines, cables, conduits and lighting cables; Yellow: gas, oil, steam, petroleum or gaseous materials; Orange: communication, alarm or signal lines, cables or conduits and traffic loops; Blue: potable water; Purple: reclaimed water, irrigation and slurry lines; and, Green: sanitary and storm sewer lines. Read More »
Your chance for chili (or pie) glory is here again! The Jenkintown Recreation Board is proud to host the 2017 Chili Cook-Off and Pie-Baking Tournament on October 14, 1 PM in Town Square (rain location: Independent Fire Co.)! Read the full rules or enter as a chili cook or pie baker for FREE at http://bit.ly/jenkchili2017.
Enter your best chili recipe for a chance to win up to $200 in prize money and be crowned the Jenkintown Chili King or Queen! Read More »
