The Township subcommittee established by the Board of Supervisors in March to study the future of sidewalks, paths and trails in Tredyffrin is holding a public meeting on Thursday, August 5, 7 PM at the Township Building.

The 7-member committee is charged with reviewing the current Comprehensive Plan, as well as Tredyffrin's Land Development Ordinance, and making recommendations for the adoption of a more formal sidewalk policy in the Township.

Committee members include Supervisors Michelle Kichline, Phil Donahue and E.J. Richter, Planning Commissioners Bob Whalen and Tory Snyder, and STAP (Sidewalks, Trails and Paths) members Sean Moir and Beth Brake.

The agenda for the August 5 meeting will include a summary presentation of the committee's work to date, including:

• a review of the Green Routes network,
• a discussion of which segments in the network are appropriate for sidewalks, trails and paths,
• development of a questionnaire for distribution in the community later this year,
• plans for regional meetings in the fall.

Highlights from the May 24th 2010 Tredyffrin Township Supervisor's Meeting

• On May 13 at 6:30 AM on northbound 202 approaching Cedar Hollow, the driver's side window of a Krapf bus was shot out by a passing vehicle. Fortunately, the driver maintained control of the bus and there were no injuries, however his window was shattered. Chief Chambers asked residents who have any inofrmation about this incident, particularly with regard to a non-windowed white van, please contact the Tredyffrin police at 610-644-1400.
  
  
• Berwyn Fire Department Captain Eamon Brazunas and Supervisor John DiBuonaventura cautioned residents to be aware that telephone solicitations for so-called local fire services come from fraudulent organizations. Our firecompanies encourage donations through direct mail and public events - never by telephone. Supervisor DiBuonaventura suggested that the three legitimate organizations that citizens should support financially are the Chester County Hero Fund, the Chester County FOP and our three local fire companies, Berwyn, Paoli and Radnor.
  
  
• The next meeting for the Sidewalks Subcommittee will be June 3. Following that meeting, which the public is invited to, will be information on the Township website about a survey residents will be asked to complete as to their thoughts on sidewalks in Tredyffrin.
  
  
• Once again, the issue of college housing in the township was discussed. This is an on-going issue and problem in particular for the residents of Mt. Pleasant. There will be additional discussion at the next meeting and an expectation that some help will be afforded to that community by the beginning of the next school year.

Board of Supervisor's meetings are televised on Comcast Channel 2 and Verizon Channel 24.

At the February 22 Board of Supervisor's Meeting, Chief Andrew Chambers of the Tredyffrin police reported that there has been a rash of thefts recently in local restaurants. Most of these incidents entailed wallets being removed from purses that were hanging on the back of a chair or on the floor, close to the owner. He asked residents to be vigilant about their belongings and the actions of people around them, Chief Chambers did not specify the restaurants where this has happened, only that it is occuring with some frequency.

Also at the February 22nd meeting, Captain Eamon Brazunas of the Berwyn Fire Company asked that residents who have a fire hydrant in their yard make sure that the hydrant has been cleared of snow and easily visible. With the amount of snow we have had in the recent past, many of our hydrants have been buried by plowing and shoveling. If they are not cleared of snow, a serious delay could occur were they needed in the case of fire.

Residents are able to watch telecasts of the Board of Supervisor's meetings on Comcast Channel 2 or Verizon Channel 24. Check the Tredyffrin Township website for the schedule.

From: Radnor Township
Sent: Friday, November 06, 2009 12:41 PM
Subject: Crime Alert

CRIME ALERT
BURGLARY INFORMATION

Several surrounding Townships have been experiencing daytime burglaries. Information has been received that a male and female will approach residence and knock on the front door and upon receiving no answer they will proceed to the rear of the residence and force open a rear door or window.

Additional information indicates they may operate a 1993 maroon Honda Accord with damage to the front hood of the vehicle or a 1997 black Ford Expedition with chrome wheels.

Any one seeing these vehicles or persons acting in a suspicious manner please contact 9-1-1 immediately.

Vehicles are similar to the vehicles pictured in the PDF attachment.

The Tredyffrin Township "Panhandle" of Chester County is a 600 acre wooded area with 400 homes nestled between Radnor Township, Delaware County, on the south and Upper Merion Township, Montgomery County, on the east and north. The neighborhood consists of mature, well-maintained homes of various styles and ages. Wildlife and many species of birds make their homes within the wooded neighborhood.

Conveniently located, the Panhandle is two miles from both the SEPTA Regional Rail System and the King of Prussia office complexes. Commuting to Center City Philadelphia is an easy 30-minute train ride. The area is bisected by King of Prussia Road, which provides access to major interstate highways, both north and south of the area, without disturbing the rural feel of the suburban homes. Several universities are close by, including Cabrini College, Eastern University, Valley Forge Military Academy and College, and Villanova University.

The Panhandle is located in the Tredyffrin/Easttown School District, one of the top rated districts in Southeastern Pennsylvania. Conestoga High School is located five miles west of the Panhandle on Conestoga Road. Access to the western regions of the township is via Upper Gulph Road. The Strafford Park Tredyffrin Public Library with full resources is located one mile west on Upper Gulph Road.

Emergency services are provided by the Radnor Fire Company and the Radnor Ambulance Company, both located in downtown Wayne.

Jenkins Arboretum in Tredyffrin Township at 631 Berwyn Baptist Road is well worth a visit any time but especially in late April and during May, when azaleas and rhododendrons are in full bloom. The arboretum is open every day from sunrise to sunset, and admission is free. For directions, call 610-647-8870.

Shopping is convenient, located in downtown Wayne along Lancaster Avenue, and at The King of Prussia Mall. In addition, Center City Philadelphia is within an easy 30-minute drive or train ride.

The homeowners established the Panhandle Civic Association (PCA) in 1975 to provide residents with a community organization to plan for the future and to protect their interests by seeking to maintain a safe, healthy and prospering community.

The PCA was instrumental in establishing Town Watch in 1975 to deter burglaries and vandalism in the area. Click here to learn more and to sign up for Town Watch.

PCA has addressed many issues since its establishment over 25 years ago. Significant past issues were the installation costs for sewers, defoliation by gypsy moth caterpillars, and tax funding for schools. Other issues addressed have been traffic congestion, zoning decisions contrary to residential interests, and large expenditures for township building.

The PCA has helped to maintain proper management of township revenues which has kept our tax ratio as low as possible.

PCA remains an organization ready to address problems as they arise and to foster good neighborly relations, while continuing its routine monitoring and other activities.

We encourage your participation in community affairs by joining the Panhandle Civic Association and one or more of its committees.