January 31st, 2024
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Board of Supervisors Meeting- February 24th, 2025
For the month of February, the regularly scheduled Board of Supervisors meeting will be rescheduled to the fourth Monday. - Monday, February 24th at 7:00 p.m.
The Township Administrative Office will be closed on February 17th, in observance of Presidents Day. For a full list of all Township public meetings check out the calendar on our website.
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Draft Zoning Map & Districts Open House
Join the Michael Baker International team on Wednesday, February 26th to review New Garden Township's Draft Zoning Map & Districts. Provide feedback on the draft map and learn more about the zoning ordinance and map update process so far! To view information that was discussed in previous meetings, please click here: Public Outreach | New Garden Township Zoning Update For more information or questions about the public meeting feel free to email codes@newgarden.org.
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Winter Programs & Events at the Kennett LibraryBy Amanda Murphy, Director of Marketing & Communications
KENNETT SQUARE PA—Kennett Library is stepping into a new season with a calendar full of programs and activities. December, January, and February are filled with programs and events that will fuel the community’s passions and inspirations. Chris Manna, Executive Director, said, “It might be cold outside, but the programming at the Kennett Library is sure to warm your heart and bring you great enjoyment this winter. Don’t forget to check out our Bayard Taylor Room after you finish visiting, and take a moment to warm up in front of the fireplace!” This season, the library will feature programs that inspire exploration and creativity. The Kennett Library strives to offer a little something for everyone. To learn more about these programs, please stop by the library and pick up our programs and happenings magazine From The Desk of Alice or visit the online programs calendar. Check out the full list of Winter programs put on by the Kennett Library.
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New Garden Flying FieldCamp Registration is Open!July 7th-11th & August 4th-8th
Register directly through the website: Future Aviators Summer Camp — N57 - New Garden Flying Field New Garden Flying Field offers young people the excitement and discovery of aviation in a day-camp setting, designed for ages 7-15. It's a week of non-stop excitement that includes five full days of hands-on aviation and science projects, challenging activities, museum and airport tours, and other aviation experiences Primary Activities:- Airplane Construction- learn about airplane construction including fabric, wood, and metal.
- Aeromodelling- design, build, and fly balsa gliders and RC airplanes.
- Rocketry- build and fly model rockets.
- Ground School- learn the basics of pre-flight planning and navigation.
- Flight- introductory flight with a Certified Flight Instructor. Receive a log book with your recorded flight time.
- Museum Tour- day trip to the Steven F. Udvar-Hazy Center in Chantilly, VA.
For any additional questions about anything Future Aviators-related, please email Nick at nhunter@newgarden.org.
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What's New on CHESCOBUS...
CHESCOBUS is Chester County’s Public Transportation System comprised of SCCOOT and Coatesville LINK. The bus service is managed by the Transportation Management Association of Chester County (TMACC). CHESCOBUS is funded by the PA Department of Transportation with support of the Chester County Commissioners and municipal partners.
Quick Facts- Public transportation enhances personal opportunities.
- Public transportation provides personal mobility and freedom for people from every walk of life.
- Access to public transportation gives people transportation options to get to work, go to school, visit friends, or go to a doctor’s office.
- Public transportation provides access to job opportunities for millions of Americans.
Check out the CHESCOBUS February Newsletter here: ChescoBus | Chester County, PA Public Transporation (tmacc.org)
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How Do I Dispose Of...?Chester County Solid Waste Authority
Patti Lynn, Recycling Resources Manager
At the Chester County Solid Waste Authority (CCSWA), we get hundreds of inquiries each year that begin with those words. Some of the unusual things people have asked us about include:
- Credit cards, water filters, taxidermy, and plastic soda rings. (These can all go in trash; NOT for recycling collection.)
- And what about road flares, pepper spray, and nail polish remover? (For these, you should register for a Household Hazardous Waste event.)
- Are you confused about how to recycle right? Watch our video here.
Why is this important? Mostly because it demonstrates the Chester County public is concerned about solid waste generation and disposal. Chester County’s population is growing, and everyone creates trash for our two landfills. Can something be repaired, donated or reused? Can the item be recycled somewhere other than your convenient curbside or drop off system? The CCSWA operates the Lanchester Landfill and Reclamation Center (LLARC) for the northern county region. Our website, offers guidance for disposal of many products with our A-Z list, composting resources, curbside and drop off recycling, donations, hazardous waste, electronics, light bulbs, and batteries. There are a few videos you can watch, too. The Southeastern Chester County Refuse Authority operates the SECCRA Landfill for the southern region. See their website here. Both landfills offer ways to contact them for more specific guidance depending on where you live. Thanks for being Trash Smart!
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Learn How to Catch the RainBy Lucy Dinsmore, Program Manager
White Clay Creek Watershed Association
Join the White Clay Creek Watershed Association to learn how rain gardens and other green practices manage stormwater, reduce flooding, filter pollutants, recharge wells, and improve water quality. We will discuss conservation practices focusing on native plants and the Catch the Rain Rebate Program. Gain tools to analyze your property, assess stormwater runoff, and select appropriate native plants. Details:Catch the Rain Virtual Workshop
Wednesday, February 5th
7:00 - 8:15 p.m. Learn how to be a part of the solution! Register here: Events — White Clay Creek Wild & Scenic River
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Sappey Responds to PA Dept. of Agriculture Phorid Fly Issue
HARRISBURG, Jan. 30 – State Rep. Christina Sappey today, January 30th, said she continues to work closely with Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture officials following today’s quarantine order for the Phorid fly on mushroom houses in New Garden and Kennett townships. The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture today ordered a mandatory treatment procedure for mushroom houses in those townships to help combat the ongoing migration of these flies at the end of their life cycle to residential areas. The quarantine, effective today, requires all mushroom farmers in these townships to undergo post-crop steaming procedures to kill adult flies and their eggs at the source, ending their migration. The department also is making $500,000 in grants available through the Chester County Conservation District to farmers subject to the order to help implement required treatment on their farms. Read the full article here: Sappey responds to PA Department of Agriculture Phorid fly mitigation order for New Garden and Kennett townships
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