The Borough continues to update the Borough website with the latest COVID-19 information and community resources that have been provided by County, State, and Federal agencies.  Please click here for the latest COVID-19 updates.

Jenkintown Borough would like to share very helpful information provided by State Representative Steve McCarter regarding the “Latest statewide news and resources regarding COVID-19.” 

In addition, Governor Tom Wolf and Secretary Dr. Rachel Levine are recommending wearing masks for anybody who absolutely needs to leave their house. This is for the protection of all of us. We should NOT use N95 or surgical masks that our medical personnel need right now. Instead, use cloth (like a bandana) or build your own.

The Borough continues to encourage everyone to follow the CDC guidelines including handwashing, social distancing and covering of your cough/sneezes.

You can also reach out to the Montgomery County COVID- 19 hotline at  610-631-3000opens phone dialer with questions and for up-to-date information.

It is highly recommended that you continue to obtain the latest updates from these Official Government websites, so that you are receiving the latest and most accurate updates available.

Thank you all.  Please stay safe and be well.

Dear Friends,

On a call this morning with area state legislators and staff, my friend and former colleague in Harrisburg, U.S. Congresswoman Madeleine Dean, discussed the federal response to the COVID-19 pandemic. She said, “This is an extraordinary test for government and an extraordinary test for our humanity.” She could not be more right.

We are now four weeks into our communal response to a global pandemic. The number of positive cases in Pennsylvania continues to climb, and we continue to self-isolate. But life, of course, continues as well. The bills keep coming, the stressors don’t stop. And we are not able to help each other face-to-face, the way we’d like.

Hopefully, the links below will provide you with information, answers and even a little peace of mind. But, please, do not hesitate to reach out to my office for help. My physical office is still closed, but I and my staff are still available via phone (215-572-5210) and email (RepMcCarter@pahouse.netcreate new email) seven days a week. In this trying time, during this test of government and humanity, I will keep striving to bring you both. Read More »

The Borough has received notification that some residents may have received quarterly solid waste invoices in error. Residents that have taken advantage of the Borough’s annual discount period and have submitted their 2020 Annual Solid Waste “payment in full” prior to the January 31, 2020 discount period OR have submitted annual “payment in full” after the discount period, and have received an invoice in error, please disregard. The Borough is working with their electronic invoicing processor to resolve this issue.

We apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused.

Thank you for your understanding.

Jenkintown Borough would like to remind residents to properly dispose of yard waste and curbside trash/recycling.  Following the proper disposal of waste is essential for both the health and safety of all public works and sanitation crews AND the productivity of the waste collection infrastructure as we face these unprecedented times.

Yard Waste Collection (Tuesdays)– Lawn/leaf/yard debris should be placed curbside in biodegradable bags.  All brush and branches should be bundled and tied and smaller than 4 inches in diameter and 4 feet in length.

Curbside Trash/Recycling Collection (Fridays)– Trash/recycling should be placed curbside in metal and/or plastic containers with tightly sealed lids, no larger than the 30-gallon size, or in tightly sealed plastic bags suitable for trash.

If you have any questions or concerns please call the Borough Hall office at 215-885-0700.  If your concern pertains to trash please call as early in the day as possible while the Waste collectors are still present in town.

Our opens in a new windowPublic Works Department continues to perform essential duties while supporting all other Borough Departments and responding to emergencies.

Thank you for your understanding and please stay home and be well!

COVID-19 / General Guidance

Please visit the opens in a new windowBorough website for the latest COVID-19 information and community resources that have been provided by County, State and Federal agencies.

CDC – The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released general guidance on  opens in a new windowCoronavirus Disease 2019 (COVID-19) which should be reviewed closely and checked regularly. This includes opens in a new windowHow to Protect Yourself and guidelines for opens in a new windowCleaning and Disinfection for Households.

OSHA – Additional guidance can also be found on the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) website,  opens in a new windowCOVID-19 overview.

Please see the video above from Mayor Allyson Dobbs regarding National Census Day. The Borough continues to hope you and your loved ones are healthy, safe, and managing well at home. Despite the unprecedented times we are facing, the 2020Census carries on which means we need to hear and connect with you! Responding to the 2020 Census is easy, safe and important, and is key to shaping the future of communities.

The Census Bureau is strongly encouraging the public to respond to the 2020 Census online here using a desktop computer, laptop, smartphone or tablet. You can respond online or by phone in English or 12 other languages. Households that have not responded online or by phone will receive a paper questionnaire April 8-16.

Please visit www.census.gov for more information!

“Under the current state of emergency declared by the Federal, State, County and Borough Governments and to abide by the ‘Stay at Home Order’ issued by Governor Wolf, we feel that this tax deadline extension is in the best interest of all of our Borough residents and businesses. We also acknowledge that although this will put additional strain on the Borough budget that has already begun to be stressed by the current emergency, we feel this action addresses a critical need that will offer a measure of support to all.” – Borough Council

Borough Council of Jenkintown Borough has indicated approval of specific relief on Borough Real Estate taxes in the form of extension of the time taxpayers can pay the discount rate and actual amount of tax (shown on tax bill as “Face Amount”) and delaying the date that the penalty amount might be applied. The due date for the 2020 Jenkintown Borough and Montgomery County PA Real Estate Tax bill for the discount period has been extended to May 31, 2020 and the Face Amount due date has been extended to July 31, 2020. Read More »