You and your colleagues are personally invited to the next Jenkintown Environmental Committee Meeting as they have a guest speaker, Dan Duran, Evolutionary Ecologist from Drexel who will be presenting: The Value of Native and Edible Landscapes in enhancing curb appeal, property values, and quality of life.
They would love for you to attend this special meeting of interest on Wed. Feb 17th at 7pm at Borough Hall.
You can see the flyer for the meeting here
Borough officials have been notified by AQUA PA of a water main break near the intersection of Walnut Street and Greenwood Avenue. Officials from AQUA PA are on site at this time and have isolated the area of the break in order to limit the disruption in water service to the surrounding area and make all necessary repairs. At this time AQUA is reporting that water service has been disrupted on the 300 block of Walnut Street. In order to facilitate the repair work, Walnut Street between West Avenue and Greenwood Avenue will be closed until further notice. AQUA is estimating that it may take approximately 4 to 8 hours to complete the repairs. Borough officials ask that you please use caution when driving in this area as roads may be icy.
If you have any questions regarding this matter, please contact AQUA PA at 610-525-1400. The Borough will provide an update on this situation as soon as it is available. Thank you for your patience and we apologize for any inconvenience this may a
Due to the potential snow storm coming on Friday January 22nd, trash collection will begin 1 hour earlier, at 6 a.m., to allow enough time for the crew to safely travel to and from the transfer station.
Thank you for your understanding and patience.
If you have any questions or concerns, do not hesitate to call, email or stop in to Borough Hall
(215) 885-0700
There will be an Electronics Recycling Event Tomorrow
Cosponsored by the Weavers Way Environment Committee and GrInCH (Green in Chestnut Hill). Anything with a plug! Collection takes place in the circular driveway of Norwood-Fontbonne Academy, off Germantown Avenue. The address of the academy is 8891 Germantown Ave, Philadelphia PA 19118.
Note: Recycler requires $20 to take TVs and computer monitors, and $1 per pound for batteries. For a complete list of acceptable items, visit: opens in a new windowtinyurl.com/qy4wkhl. This event benefits the Environment Committee’s grant program and GrInCH’s student grants. Suggested donation: $10-$20.
Jenkintown Middle School is looking for volunteers to join them as they celebrate MLK Day through community service! Services performed will include: disposing of debris, clearing pathways and wiping down playground equipment within Ralph Morgan Park from 10a.m to 2p.m. on Monday, January 18, 2016. For more information click here