Recently the portion of the sanitary sewer main that runs under York Road (between West & Greenwood Avenues) has been identified as having a clogging issue and has recently has backed up. The Borough has contracted with FRANC Environmental to perform jetting and video taping of this portion of the sanitary sewer main.
York Road will experience a northbound lane closure between Greenwood and West Avenues on Thursday, November 29th from 9:00 AM until 3:00 PM. Additionally, there will be “No Parking” on Greenwood Avenue between York Road and Washington Lane to allow for a lane closure. The Public Works Department will be posting “No Parking” signs on Wednesday, November 28th.
Please make plans to take an alternate route during the time listed to avoid further disruption to your travels.Thank you for your patience and understanding while these necessary issues are addressed.
Should you have any further questions, please contact Borough Hall at (215) 885-0700.
With the holidays quickly approaching, Pioneer Fire Company No #1 is hosting their annual Christmas Wreaths & Spray sale. 12″ Ring/ 24″ overall Standard Mixed Green Wreath – $25 18″ Ring/ 34″ overall Large Mixed Green Wreath – $38 Cemetery Spray – $15 -$25 Door Charms – $20
Delivery of the wreaths and sprays are available. Please include the color ribbon you’d like to have on your wreath when ordering. Wreaths are available to order now and through mid- December. Please be aware that these wreaths go quickly!
Please email Regina Bachman at BACR1110@aol.comcreate new email to place your order, or to help answer any questions that you may have.
Due to the heavy rains, Jenkintown Borough Public Works had to suspend the curbside bulk pick up of leaves on Route 3. The portion of Route 3 not collected today, Vernon Road (Homestead to Rydal) and Vista Road (Vernon to York) will be collected with Route 4, Wednesday, November 28th. We apologize in advance for any inconvenience this may cause.
Jenkintown Borough Hall will be closed Thursday, November 22nd and Friday, November 23rd in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. Also, as a reminder to our residents, Republic Services will be collecting trash and recycling on Saturday, November 24th this week. Jenkintown Borough Hall will reopen on Monday, November 26 at 8:00 AM.
The Borough would like to wish everyone a wonderful and safe holiday.
The U.S Census Bureau is recruiting thousands of people across the county to assist with the 2020 Census count. To apply for a position you must be at least 18 years old, have a valid Social Security number and be a U.S Citizen. Candidates must complete an online application found here. You can head over to the Census website at www.2020census.gov/jobs to help answer any questions that you may have! For more information or help applying, please call (855) JOB-2020.
