THE CONCORD CONNECTION
December 2016
TOWNSHIP OF CONCORD E-NEWSLETTER
Township
Meetings & Activities
Santa celebrates the holidays in Concord
December 2016
21 - 7:30 p.m. - Zoning Hearing Board Public Meeting
 Christiana Hospital
161 Wilmington-West Chester Pike
23 - Christmas Eve (Observed)
Township Offices Closed
26 - Christmas Day (Observed)
Township Offices Closed
29 - 10 a.m.-2 p.m. - Tax Collector hours
30 - 10 a.m.-2 p.m. - Tax Collector hours
January 2017
2 - 12:00 p.m. - Senior Citizens
3 - 7:00 p.m. - Township Council Reorganization & Public Meeting
On December 2, Santa took some time off from his busy schedule to stop
by the newly renovated Concord Community Center to celebrate the holidays with township residents. He made himself available for photos and to
listen to holiday wishes.
5 - 7:00 p.m. - Park & Rec Board
In addition to visiting with Santa, families enjoyed holiday games and
crafts, listening to carols by the Rose
Valley Chorus, and cookies and milk.
11 - 7:00 p.m. - Historical Commission
17 - 7:00 p.m. - Planning Commission Public Meeting
 James Salladini
Special thanks to Allison O’Donoghue
and the Park & Recreation Board for
organizing the event.
35 Kirk Road
18 - 7:30 p.m. - Zoning Hearing Board Public Meeting
Happy Holidays
Township of Concord
DELAWARE COUNTY
43 Thornton Road
Glen Mills, PA 19342
610-459-8911
E-mail: [email protected]
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS:
Dominic A. Pileggi - 610-459-3302
John J. Gillespie - 610-361-0566
Elizabeth “Libby” Salvucci - 610-361-0503
Gail M. Ryan - 610-459-0419
Thomas J. Mahoney - 610-361-8651
Website: www.twp.concord.pa.us
Business Office Hours:
Monday through Friday
8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.
TOWNSHIP MANAGER:
Brenda L. Lamanna
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Board of Supervisors Public Meeting Highlights
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TOWNSHIP COUNCIL
1st Tuesday—7:00 p.m.
Accepted
 Resignation of Diane Nugent from the Park & Recreation Board
Accepted as Complete for Review
 Main Line Health, Inc., Baltimore Pike & South Brinton Lake Road - Final Reverse
Subdivision/Lot Consolidation - medical office building
 Monte Miller, 245 Concord Road - Final Minor Subdivision - two lot subdivision with
existing residence on lot #1 and new residential structure constructed on lot #2
 Royal Farms. 1131 Smithbridge Road - Preliminary Land Development - convenience
store with gas pumps
Adopted.
 Ordinance No. 375: Home Rule Charter Ordinance
This ordinance amends the Code of Concord Township by incorporating the Concord
Township Charter, which was adopted by voters at the General Primary election in April
2016. The Charter will become effective January 1, 2017.
The main changes of the Home Rule Charter concern the Township’s governing body.
The current Township Board of Supervisors will become Township Council. Two additional Council members will be elected in November 2017. In January 2018, a full
Council of seven members will be seated. Council members will serve a four-year term.
PLANNING COMMISSION
3rd Monday—7:00 p.m.
PARK & RECREATION BOARD
The Township Council reorganization and January public meeting will be held
TUESDAY, January 3, 2017 at 7:00 p.m.
1st Thursday—7:00 p.m.
ZONING HEARING BOARD
3rd Wednesday—7:30 p.m.
The Council Agenda for the January meeting will be posted
on the township website by 12 Noon on December 30, 2016.
HISTORICAL COMMISSION
2nd Wednesday—7:00 p.m.
HISTORICAL SOCIETY
Board of Supervisors approved minutes are available at our website www.twp.concord.pa.us as are plans
currently under review by the Planning Commission and Board of Supervisors, and applications before the
Zoning Hearing Board. Sign up on our website to receive e-mail notification of all specially advertised meetings.
Check website for schedule
www.concordhist.org
SENIOR CITIZENS
1st Monday—12:00 p.m.
Concord Senior Center
Public Safety
Fire Safety
The Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) and the Pennsylvania State Police Fire Marshal Unit (PSPFM) would like
to remind the public regarding fire safety pertaining to the upcoming holidays & winter months. December, January & February are the leading months for house fires, with heating being the 2nd leading cause of fire related
deaths & fatalities in the U.S.
In addition to fire safety and potential fire hazards with the upcoming holiday season, we would like to remind
you to check that your smoke detectors are working properly.
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Package Thefts
Residents are reminded that unsupervised packages left on porches, in driveways, at apartment doors, and in
mailboxes are easy targets for thieves and burglars. Choose your delivery methods and locations wisely. Keep
track of your package deliveries to ensure safe delivery.
Child Safety Seats
Pennsylvania’s primary child passenger safety law (CPSL) requires that children under the age of four must be
properly restrained in an approved child safety seat anywhere in the vehicle. Children from ages four up to eight
must be restrained in an appropriate booster seat. In June 2016, Pennsylvania enhanced the CPSL by requiring
infants and children to be secured in a rear-facing car seat in the rear of the vehicle until the age of two, or until
the child outgrows the maximum weight and height limits designated by the car seat manufacturer.
Across the Commonwealth, child seats can be installed and examined by certified Child Passenger Safety Technicians. All Pennsylvania State Police stations have Troopers trained to perform this service. The safety of your
child is as easy as making an appointment at your local station.
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Supervisors congratulate Garnet Valley Volleyball team
Photo Credit: @trsmith296
The Board of Supervisors and Delaware County Council member, Colleen Morrone, congratulate team members and coaches of the Garnet Valley
High School Girls Volleyball team.
At their December public meeting, the Board of Supervisors and Delaware County Council member Colleen
Morrone, recognized the 2016 Garnet Valley High School Girls Volleyball team. On November 19, the team
pulled off a big upset beating two-time defending state champion Parkland in the Class 4A final. The 3-2
come-from-behind win resulted in Garnet Valley’s first PIAA Class 4A volleyball championship.
Township Officials accept deeds
At the September 28 Delaware
County Council meeting, Concord
Township officials accepted the
deeds to 10 properties on Walker
Street.
In August, the Board of Supervisors authorized the purchase of
the 10 vacant-lot properties from
the Delaware County Claim Tax
Bureau.
There are no plans at present for
the vacant lots.
Pictured: Top Row (L-R) County Council members Michael Culp, Mario J. Civera, John P.
McBlain and David J. White
Bottom Row (L-R) Supervisor Dominic A.
Pileggi, County Council member Colleen
Morrone, Supervisors John J. Gillespie and
Thomas J. Mahoney.
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PennDOT Traffic Advisories
Concord
New Traffic Pattern at Route 1 & Thornton Road
On December 7, PennDOT put into effect a new traffic pattern at Route 1 & Thornton Road. Travelers on Thornton
Road can no longer cross over Route 1. All Thornton Road users must turn right onto Route 1. Designated turning
lanes remain and have been updated allowing Route 1 travelers to turn onto Thornton Road. U-turns are prohibited.
Speed Limit Reduced on Naamans Creek Road (SR 0491)
Per the request of Concord Township, the 45 MPH speed limit along Naamans Creek Road (SR 0491) between Wilmington Pike (SR 0202) and Garnet Mine Road (SR 3038) has been reduced to 35 MPH. The speed reduction creates a
consistent 35 MPH speed limit zone along the entire length of Naamans Creek Road (SR 0491) between Wilmington
Pike (SR 0202) and the Delaware State line.
Road Closure on Garnet Mine Road in Bethel Township
At the southeastern border of Concord Township, a PennDOT project to rehabilitate the Garnet Mine Road bridge over
Green Creek is scheduled to begin on December 19. Garnet Mine Road in Bethel Township, between Woods Edge
Drive and Brookstone Drive, will be closed and detoured. Motorists will be detoured over Bethel Road and Route 261
(Foulk Road). Weather permitting, the project is expected to take six weeks.
Discount Ski Lift Tickets Available
Lift tickets are available at the
Concord Township Municipal Building
43 Thornton Road
Monday through Friday
9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Visit www.twp.concord.pa.us for more info.
Concord Township Recycling Center
Please do not leave recycling items outside of recycling
bins or igloos.
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Concord Township beautiful!
From Public Works...
Snow Removal
The Public Works Department makes every effort to clear snow in a timely manner. Upon being
called out, the crews will make an initial pass to open all roads. As the hours and days progress,
crews will return to open the roads even more. Only township roads are cleared; state roads are
cleared by PennDOT crews.
Residents can facilitate snow removal by not parking cars on township roads during a snowfall, especially cul-de-sacs.
When clearing your driveways, do not deposit the snow out onto township roads. This can cause hazardous conditions
to other motorists.
Mailbox Replacement
Residents’ mailboxes are located in the right-of-way. Oftentimes the weight of wet, heavy snow being
pushed by a plow will damage an insecure mailbox or post. The township is not responsible for damage
from the weight of snow being moved from the road. Always insure that your mailbox and post installation
are secure. In addition, the Post Office asks that you clear the full approach and exit to your mailbox. Due
to safety standards, mail carriers are not permitted to back up to exit their vehicle at the mailbox. If your
mailbox is not properly cleared, mail cannot be delivered safely. Your cooperation is appreciated.
Since the sheer volume of snow being moved by the plows will damage a shaky or older mailbox/post installation, now is a good time for residents to ensure that mailboxes/posts are secure. The Township does not replace or
repair mailboxes/posts that are broken or dislodged by the force of the snow being moved.
Public Works crews and contractors work around the clock to keep township roads open during winter storms. Residents can assist by not parking vehicles on streets during snowfalls