Fall 2015 - Hatfield Township

the HATFIELD
the HATFIELD
CONNECTION
Hatfield Township
1950 School Road
Hatfield, PA 19440
CONNECTION
A Publication of The Hatfield Township Board of Commissioners
In This Issue
Hatfield Board of
Commissioners........................2
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School is Now Open ..........4
Halloween Tips ...................4
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Fire Safety Tips from
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Hatfield Rocktoberfest ...........6
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Knights PA State Champs......7
OctoHalf ...................................8
Snow Removal Information.10
Important Dates ....................11
Yard Maintenance 101 .........13
Maintenance No-No’s..........14
16th Annual Golf Outing .......14
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Dear Hatfield Residents and Friends:
hope everyone had a great summer and enjoyed the Hatfield Aquatic Center,
School Road and Clemens Parks, the Arboretum, Nature Center, walking and
biking trails and everything else that our community has to offer.
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Now that fall is quickly approaching, it is time for us to start looking ahead to
next year and begin the 2016 budget process. It may not be the most exciting thing
we do in local government, but is it arguably the most important. We encourage
you to attend a budget workshop and let us know what is important to you and
where you want your tax dollars spent.
I am proud of how my fellow Commissioners and I have approached spending
over the past several years. Anyone who has participated in our budget
discussions knows that we make every effort to reduce costs without reducing
services, and we have significantly increased our investment in infrastructure
throughout the Township. Unfortunately, Pennsylvania leads the nation in the
number of bridges classified as “structurally deficient.” Hatfield Township is doing
its part to shed that moniker. Over the next year or so, four bridges will be repaired
in the Township – one owned by the Commonwealth (Orvilla Rd), one owned by
Montgomery County (Line Lexington Rd) and two owned by Hatfield (Walnut St.
and Trewigtown Rd). Although the construction and detours will cause a short
term headache for motorists, knowing that the Hatfield Township taxpayers will
only be responsible for roughly 10% of a $4 million investment should help
alleviate that pain. Through grants and partnerships, Hatfield’s staff and
consultants have been able to significantly reduce the financial burden on the
taxpayers. A big thank you to our staff and consultants for making that possible!
Lastly, I want to personally thank my fellow Commissioner, Scott Brown, for his
twelve years of dedication and commitment to Hatfield Township. Commissioner
Brown decided not to seek another elected term and we will miss his experience,
knowledge, and sense of humor. I have truly enjoyed working with him for the
last six years, and I will always admire his conviction and commitment to Hatfield
Township.
I hope you all have a great fall and winter holiday season. Go Eagles!
Dog-A-Poolooza....................17
Sharky’s Shivering Slides
Fire and Ice Festival.........17
Tom Zipfel, President
Board of Commissioners
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Dog-A-Poolooza! Returns to the Aquatic Center
Saturday, September 12th
(rain date Sunday, Sept 13th)
og-A-Poolooza! is an event fundraiser for local rescue organizations and the Aquatic
Center. Patrons will be able to bring their canine friends to the pool on Saturday,
September 12th, 11am - 6pm (rain date September 13th). Entry costs are $5/person and
$10/dog. Patrons and canines will have the opportunity to socialize with friends and
take a swim in the Aquatic Center pool. Sharky’s Cafe will be open for food and beverage selections. Before or after
the event patrons are welcome to extend their Dog-A-Poolooza! time at the adjacent Hatfield Township Dog Park
(Dog Park is free to the public). For more information regarding the Aquatic Center visit www.swimhatfield.org.
Required Waiver - available at Aquatic Center upon entry.
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Some preliminary basic rules - full list of rules posted & available day-of at the Aquatic Center:
Dogs are to be leashed at all times, unless in the water swimming
A human patron is obligated to be in the water with their dog
1950 School Road
Hatfield PA 19440-1992
Telephone: 215-855-0900
Fax: 215-855-0243
OFFICE HOURS:
M, T and Th – 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Wed – 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
& Fri – 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The front gates of the facility will not be closed and patrons are
required to monitor their dog(s)
WEB ADDRESS:
www.hatfieldtownship.org
If you desire to let your dog run free, please visit the Dog Park
adjacent to the Aquatic Center
TWITTER: @HatfieldPA
TOWNSHIP MANAGER: Aaron Bibro
A spray station will be available to rinse off your dog after
swimming in the pool
TOWNSHIP MUNICIPAL SCHEDULES:
Dogs are not able to ride any of the slides
SHARKY’S SHIVERING SLIDES
Featuring: NEW Fire & Ice Festival
Saturday, January 9, 2016
Join us for some icy fun this January with our Sharky’s Shivering Slides event! This
year we are introducing a new Fire and Ice Festival. This multifaceted winterfest will
transform the Hatfield Aquatic Center into a Winter Wonderland!
ACTIVITIES INCLUDE A BONFIRE, FOOD, MUSIC, DOOR PRIZES,
FUN-FILLED WINTER WATER SLIDES, AND MORE!
The 3rd annual Sharky’s Shivering Slides is scheduled for Saturday, January 9, 2016.
The event will take place from 2:00pm to 6:00pm.
REGISTRATION IS $25 PER PERSON.
Registration forms are available at the Hatfield
Township Administration Building or online:
www.hatfieldtownship.org. For more information or questions, please contact
Ashley O’Neill at 215.855.0900 x112.
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Hatfield
Township Offices
Scott Brown
Bob Rodgers
Larry Hughes, Vice President
Tom Zipfel, President
Gerald Andris
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
2nd & 4th Wednesdays of each
month at the Township Municipal
Building – 7:30 p.m.
PLANNING COMMISSION
3rd Tuesday of each month at the
Township Municipal Building – 7:30 p.m.
ZONING HEARING BOARD
4th Thursday of each month at the
Township Municipal Building – 7:00 p.m.
To find out which ward you live in and which Commissioner
represents you, please refer to the township map.
atfield residents elect five Commissioners to four-year terms of office.
Each Commissioner represents a geographical “Ward” of the
township. The Commissioners are part time volunteers who make
decisions on behalf of the 17,000+ residents in Hatfield Township. The
Board of Commissioners meets twice a month to discuss and adopt
policies for Hatfield’s local government services. These policy decisions
include items such as land development applications, road improvements,
public safety matters, capital improvement projects, and open space
preservation. While each year may bring different projects and policies,
the overarching goal of the Board of Commissioners is always to promote
the health, safety, and welfare of the community.
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Municipal Election Day is
Tuesday, November 3rd
Not sure where you vote or what
ward you live in?
View the Ward map and voting locations.
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Commissioner Brown Will Not Seek a Fourth Term
esidents in Hatfield's Ward 1 will have a new Commissioner in 2016 for the first time
in 12 years. At a public meeting last spring, Commissioner Scott Brown announced
that he will not seek a fourth term. During Commissioner Brown's tenure on the board,
Hatfield Township underwent significant changes. As the board president for five years,
Commissioner Brown was instrumental in many projects, most notably the construction
of the Hatfield Aquatic Center.
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"One of my proudest moments as a Commissioner was when we cut the ribbon for the
new facility. I'm not a swimmer, but I always felt the residents of Hatfield deserved a top
notch facility," said Commissioner Brown.
In 2015, the Aquatic Center was named the best public pool in Montgomery County by
Montco Happenings Magazine.
A steadfast supporter of open space acquisition, walking and biking trails, and parks initiatives, Commissioner
Brown fondly recalls the development of the Frick's and Chestnut Street Trails, enhancement of School Road Park,
and the creation of the dog park.
Due to his strong belief in public service, Commissioner Brown
pursued a career in education. After a successful stint as a mathematics
teacher at North Penn High School for four years and then 35 years at
Plymouth Whitemarsh High School in the Colonial School District,
Brown saw being a Commissioner as an opportunity to continue serving
the public and the community. After being elected in 2003, Brown was
motivated solely by wanting to make Hatfield Township a better place
to live. He credits his spouse, Sandra, for supporting and encouraging
him to get involved.
Brown likened his experience as a Commissioner to being in a canoe with four other people and trying to get
everyone to paddle in the same direction. "Even if that didn't always happen, I continued to paddle," said
Commissioner Brown. One example where the paddling was not in sync and what Brown references as his biggest
disappointment was when the open space referendum failed to pass in 2008.
Land development was also an interest to Commissioner Brown. “Hatfield
was too accommodating to developers in the past,” he said. Commissioner
Brown was the board president when Hatfield Pointe was approved and he
is proud of the efforts the board encouraged the developers to make.
“Aesthetically speaking, that is one of the nicest Lowes you will find,” he said.
That project also includes trails that Commissioner Brown pushed for
throughout the approval process.
Commissioner Brown says he will miss the people the most. “We are
blessed to have great staff and committed residents.” He will continue to live
in Hatfield and stay involved. "I'll always be interested in ways to make our
town better, such as solving traffic issues, promoting open space, and
bringing people together and encouraging diversity.”
As for advice for any newly elected official, Brown suggests that they try
not to take things personally, be open to new ideas, promote the things you
believe in and realize that nothing can be accomplished without compromise.
Although the canoe may look the same, Hatfield Township will be without
one of its most experienced and committed paddlers in 2016.
A Message from the Hatfield Chamber of Commerce President
Did you know that there are over 1200 businesses in
Hatfield Township and Hatfield Borough?!
That’s a lot of businesses when you stop and think about it. But in the internet era,
when it’s so simple to Google something and press the buy button, it’s easy to forget
about our local businesses. I will be the first to admit that I do this frequently, mostly
because of the convenience. But we should really stop to question if this is the right thing to do. If you could get the
product or service you need from a local “guy” rather than someone on the other side of the country, or maybe
even the world, shouldn’t we all give it a try? After all, even if it may cost a few cents more, you will be supporting
the local economy.
Our goal at the Hatfield Chamber of Commerce is to promote our local businesses, which in turn helps the folks
that live right here in our own community. So the next time you need a product or service, before you go to Amazon
or Google, check out the members of the Hatfield Chamber at www.hatfieldchamber.com. Just click on the “Our
Members” box at the top-right side of the page to access our membership database and digital directory.
It won’t cost you anything more to check them out, other than maybe a few extra clicks, I promise.
George Bardissi, President, Hatfield Chamber of Commerce
We extend a special thanks to the business and professional
members of our community whose support through
advertising has made publication of this newsletter
possible at no cost to taxpayers. Please support
the local businesses that support the Township.
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damage repair, hazard evaluation, and tree removal.
O Complete landscaping services from design through installation and
maintenance. Design services from our own in-house Registered
Landscape Architect. We grow our own trees and shrubs to ensure top
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O Cutting-edge plant health care treatments, including nutritional
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“SATISFACTION THAT GROWS!”
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Safety Tips From Police Chief Tierney
Halloween Tips
Reminder from the Chief of Police…..
REMINDER: There is no set date/time
for trick or treating in Hatfield Township
1. Wear something reflective or
carry a light.
2. Don't go too far from home
3. Stay with a group, never wander
off alone
4. Only stop at well-lit houses
5. Don't talk to anyone you
don't know
6. Be cautious of passing vehicles
7. Make sure your parents check
your goodies
8. Have fun!
School Is Now Open
Be aware that school is now back in
session. Please stay alert on the roadways
around the schools. The safety of our kids
is most important. Violations in a school
zone can be very costly. Watch
your speed, watch out
for pedestrians and
obey the Crossing
Guards!
Toys for Tots Collection
In association with the Willow Grove Marine Corps, Hatfield Township
will collect donations for Toys for Tots, a nationwide effort to collect
toys for underprivileged children.
Drop off your new, unwrapped toys through December 10, 2015 at:
Hatfield Township Municipal Building Lobby
1950 School Road
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday – 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday – 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Friday – 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Hatfield Township Police
Department Lobby
2000 School Road
Monday through Friday,
During office hours
Hatfield Police Department Purchases
Med Return Drug Collection
he Hatfield Township Police Department in cooperation with the Montgomery County District
Attorney’s Office jointly purchased a Med Return Drug Collection Unit which is located in the
lobby of the police department. The Med Return Collection Unit allows residents to safely and
securely dispose of unwanted and expired medications. These expired and unwanted medications
are safely collected and then disposed of during National Take Back Initiative Prescription Drug
collections conducted in conjunction with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration. The
collection point is accessible to residents during the normal operating hours of the police
department and the instructions are clearly marked on the outside of the collection point.
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Maintenance No-No’s & Earth Friendly Efficiencies
Fire Safety Tips from the Fire Marshal
all can be challenging to those faced with excess grass clippings, tree branches, and leaves. On the other
hand, it’s a great time to be outside doing projects and grounds care. The below information is a guide to
grounds keeping actions residents can take on their own. They are designed to bring more gain and less pain
to the individual, and greater benefit to the community.
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DOWNLOAD FIRE SAFETY TIP SHEETS
Following simple safety
tips can prevent many fires
and accidents. To help
residents stay informed the
Fire Marshal has created
safety tip sheets you can
download and print from the
township’s safety and code
department’s website.
Do not blow your grass clippings into the street or dump any debris into the storm water inlets. Grass and
debris accumulates around inlets and prevents the proper flow of storm water into the storm water system.
Turf care professionals are strong advocates of “grasscycling,” leaving clippings on the lawn. Do not dump
grass clippings, branches, or leaves on public open space and township property. The density of a man-made
dump pile means it will not biodegrade naturally; rather it causes damage to the land and, if near water, to
the waterway.
For branches: utilize the township’s monthly Tree Branch Collection, where staff will take small tree branches
at the Public Works Complex 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. on the 3rd Saturday monthly.
Put them on your refrigerator,
review them with your kids, and
share them with everyone!
For leaves: purchase biodegradable brown paper bags at the Township Municipal building, (4 bags
for $1.00). Check the township website to learn when curbside pick-up will take place.
These tips sheets are currently
available online:
Additionally, with input from the Environmental Advisory Council, Hatfield
Township has created a source of interesting and useful information,
designed to give residents alternatives to old strategies. At
www.green-hatfield.org, tips, services, and ideas cover topics such as:
• Cooking Safety
• Home Heating Safety: Space
Heaters, Fireplaces, & Wood
Stoves
• Holiday Safety Tips
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Rain barrels and rain gardens
Natural lawn care and sustainable agriculture
Determining the household carbon footprint
Native plants & wildflowers
Composting
Insect problems
www.hatfieldtownship.org/government/department/safety-and-code-enforcement
COLKET
AUTOMOTIVE & TECHNICAL SERVICES
Hatfield Township’s
16TH ANNUAL GOLF OUTING
Ross Colket
September 28th, 2015
635 West 3rd Street
Lansdale, PA 19446
We’ve Moved!
P 215.393.5970
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atfield Township will host its 16th Annual Golf Outing at Lederach Golf Club on
Monday, September 28th. We are asking community businesses to get involved
with this fundraiser by sponsoring a hole or donating items of value for gift giveaways.
Sign up by Wednesday, September 16th to join us for a great day of golfing.
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Price per golfer is $125
and includes lunch and dinner buffets, green fees and cart,
four contests and awards, door prizes,
and a special participation gift.
If your business would like to be a sponsor,
please contact Hatfield Township at 215-855-0900.
EVENT INFORMATION
Monday, September 28th, 2015
Registration at 12:00 p.m.
Lederach Golf Club
900 Club House Drive
Harleysville, PA 19438
All sponsorships include different levels of promotional recognition in the program or on the putting green.
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Yard Maintenance 101
e thank residents for doing their part by keeping their lawns clean and mowed,
(it’s also the law). Here are a few tips for maintaining a beautiful and
earth-friendly yard.
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GRASS: Throughout the year, homeowners inevitably find themselves with the
dilemma on how to dispose of excess grass clipping or tree branches from their
property. Hatfield Township wanted to ensure all residents were aware of the options
to properly dispose of this waste. In respect to grass clippings, and as a friendly
reminder to everyone, blowing your grass clippings into the street is not an accepted
practice in Hatfield Township. This act causes more work and troubles than you may
think. Such grass accumulates around the inlets and precludes the proper flow of
stormwater into the sewer system. Furthermore, the act of blowing grass into the
streets cause for additional work by the Public Works Department to clear the inlet.
BRANCHES: To properly remove tree branches consider coordinating your trimming of trees with the township’s
monthly Tree Branch Collection. This service provides you the chance to bring small tree branches to the township
Public Works building (located on Unionville Pike). This service is provided on the 3rd Saturday of every month,
year round, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. If that does not work for you, then please work with your private waste hauler to
remove the branches, and stay tuned to the Township E-News for other potential options.
LEAVES: As you begin to clean up your leaves this fall remember to package them in biodegradable brown paper
bags (4 bags for $1.00). Please check the township website to learn when curbside pick up will take place. For those
residents that have public open space adjacent to their property or easements near local water tributaries, do not
use this area to dump branches, leaves, or grass clippings. Though such an act may seem marginal at the time,
such debris causes substantial challenges to the waterways in the township during heavy rain conditions.
To keep up on the latest in yard collection services in Hatfield Township, sign up for our monthly Township
E-Newsletter at www.hatfieldtownship.org or Follow Us on Twitter @HatfieldPA.
SAVE THE DATE!
ROCKTOBERFEST
Saturday, October 3, 2015
TIME:
Car/Motorcycle Show
Check-In: 8:30am - 10:30am
Event Open to Public: 11:00am - 3:00pm
LOCATION:
Clemens Park
500 Fairgrounds Rd
Hatfield, PA 19440
he Hatfield Township Parks & Recreation Board presents,
the 16th Annual Rocktoberfest.
Complete with a
car/motorcycle show, beer garden, children’s activities,
moonbounces, vendors, food, and live music, there’s
something for the whole family!
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The highly anticipated car/motorcycle show will feature a diverse variety of vehicles. Judges will vote on these
cars in categories such as classic, vintage, antique, and special interest. If you would like to register a vehicle for
this event, please visit www.enjoyhatfield.org for more information.
In addition to the car show, Rocktoberfest will feature live music from “Flamin’ Dick & the Hot Rods,” with
opening ceremonies by Scott France. Come out and enjoy the music while browsing crafts, merchandise, and
food from local vendors. Visit the beer garden for some great tasting beers and wines.
Embrace the autumn atmosphere with a wagon ride through the festival grounds or grab the family and
decorate your own scarecrow! Children will enjoy crafts, activities, and moonbounces throughout the day.
This year’s event is scheduled for Saturday, October 3, 2015 at John S. Clemens
Memorial Park. For anyone registered for the car/motorcycle show, vehicle
registration will take place 8:30am – 10:30am. The event is open to the
public from 11:00am – 3:00pm.
For more information, visit www.enjoyhatfield.org or contact Hatfield
Township Parks and Recreation at 215.855.0900 x112.
2015 Branch/Leaf Collection
Please contact Hatfield Township at 215-855-0900 for fall branch and leaf pick up dates.
All leaf bags and branch bundles must be placed out on the curb by Monday morning
(6:00am) the week of the pick up. All branches must be in a 2’ x 2’ x 6’ long bundle tied with
twine. No branches will be picked up with any other tying material or not tied at all. Leaf
bags can only be paper biodegradable. Any other bags (plastic) will not be picked up.
Branches can also be dropped off at the Public Works Building on the 3rd Saturday of each
month from 8am to 12pm. Visit www.hatfieldtownship.org for details and guidelines.
Working with Hatfield
Township for...
the betterment of
the Community
ROBERT W. GODSHALL
MEMBER 53RD DISTRICT
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA
ROOM 150 MAIN CAPITOL BUILDING
1702 COWPATH ROAD
PO BOX 202053
HATFIELD, PA 19440
HARRISBURG, PA 17120-2053
PHONE: 215-368-3500
PHONE: 717-783-6428
FAX: 215-361-4220
FAX: 717-787-7424
E-MAIL: rgodshal@pahousegop.com
RECYCLE CHRISTMAS TREES
EMERT RECYCLING CORP.
Recycle your tree by having the township mulch it.
2700 RICHMOND ROAD
HATFIELD, PA 19440
Bring your decoration-free tree to the drop-off location on
Chestnut Street beginning December 26 through the end of
January or to Public Works on the 3rd Saturday of each month.
This service is strictly for township residents.
JAY WEIR
GENERAL MANAGER
215-855-7690
FAX 215-855-7115
E-MAIL: scale@emertrecycling.com
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The “HATFIELD” North Penn High School Knights
PA STATE CHAMPIONS!
Snow Removal Information
he Public Works Department is responsible for salting and snowplowing all township-owned roadways and
facilities. The salting, or de-icing process starts soon after the snow begins to fall. Major roadways are
continuously plowed until the snow has stopped. After the snow storm has fully stopped, all roadways are plowed
back to the curb and re-salted if needed. If the storm is large enough, roadways may be plowed several times. It
takes an average of 8 to 10 hours for the Public Works Department to completely plow and clear all township roads
after the storm has completely ended.
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For your safety and the safety of your family,
friends, pedestrians, and other motorists, please
remember:
e Please be patient until we get to your street
DO YOU KNOW THAT STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS ARE NOT NEW TO HATFIELD BASEBALL?
In 2009, 2013, and now again in 2015 the North Penn High School Knights Baseball team became PENNSYLVANIA
STATE CHAMPIONS!!! The Knights are now in a league of their own as the first PA AAAA school to win three state
titles.
From the team that just won – 17 players listed on the playoff roster have played for Hatfield Connie Mack & Legion
Baseball.
Our Hatfield Players include: Mike Christy, Douglas Apple, Collin Healey, James Witner, Matt Marino, Zach Zeigler,
Zach Coll, Greg Kerr, John Posavec, Grant Silhanek, Zach Thomas, Travis Cook, Logan Leslie, Kadar Namey, Jon
Udzinski, Jake Schuster and Zach Farrell.
Hatfield Connie Mack & Legion Baseball is known for excellence and determination - Skills are honed, the game
is learned and friendships are formed and kept for years to come.
Hatfield Connie Mack & Legion Baseball have been part of the Hatfield Township and Borough community for over
40 years. We have shared with the township in building the fields at School Road Park – now known as one of the
best places to play in all of the North Penn area.
Our players are from all over Hatfield, plus a few from the Towamencin Township area as they join our ranks at
the Legion level.
Many past players have gone on to play college baseball and even a few have been drafted by the MLB – one,
Eric Ruth, is still active and plays for the Trenton Thunder in the Yankees organization! College coaches are often
seen at Hatfield Legion games – they know where to see the talent.
The Hatfield Legion team calls School Road Park home – games will continue through July and hopefully into
August.
and wait one hour after you see a plow truck on
your street before commencing shoveling your
driveways and sidewalks. Sometimes the plow
truck operators might need to make one more
pass during large storms to complete your street.
e When shoveling, snow blowing, or plowing your
driveway and sidewalks, do not place the snow
back into the street. (Yes, people do this as funny
as it sounds) This is against the law and it leaves
a road hazard for other motorist and pedestrians,
leaving you liable if someone gets hurt.
e Remove all obstacles from the edge of roadway
(i.e. basketball hoops, trash & recycling cans etc.).
According to the Township Zoning Codes, these
items are not permitted in the public rights-of-way
at any time.
e Remove your vehicle from the roadway after one
hour of continuous snowfall as required by
Township Ordinance. This will prevent you from
being ticketed and or even towed.
e Mailboxes must be a minimum of 6” away from e Shovel a clear path on sidewalk within 18 hours
the back of the curb to avoid damage during
plowing operations. The township is not
responsible for mailboxes damaged during
normal snow removal operations.
after the end of the snow storm. Also please clear
the snow from fire hydrants so emergency
personnel can locate them in an emergency.
State Road Plowing
For snow plowing concerns on the following state roads, please contact PennDOT at 1-888-783-6783.
e Forty Foot Road
e County Line Road
e Cowpath Road
(from Line Street to the Hatfield Borough line)
e Welsh Road (Route 63)
e Route 309
e North Broad Street
e Orvilla Road
Information on games – hatfieldcmlegion.org – for a full schedule. Come on out to a ballgame – Cheer our Hatfield
teams on to victory!
Great baseball
players come
from
Hatfield!
2013 PA State Champions for North Penn from Hatfield Connie Mack & Legion Baseball
included:
Brady West, Bobby Scott, Collin Healey, James Witner, Dylan Borawski, Douglas Apple, Zach
Zeigler, Kadar Namey, John Posavec, Tyler Clauss, Tyler Smink, Noah Melchior & Eric Albaugh.
2009 PA State Champion from Hatfield Legion/NPHS
Eric Ruth, Rob Zinsmeister, Matt Albaugh, Scott Christy, Christian Radick, Jake Dunn, Greg
Fasick & TJ Harrington.
For sponsorship information – please email Hatfieldcmlegion@gmail.com.
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Hatfield Township: Important Dates
EVENT
DATE
TIME
LOCATION
Township Offices Closed:
Labor Day Holiday
9/7/2015
Dog-A-Poolooza
9/12/2015
11:00am - 6:00pm
Hatfield Aquatic Center
16th Annual Golf Outing
9/28/2015
12:00pm
Lederach Golf Course
Rocktoberfest Car/Motorcycle
Show Registration
10/3/2015
8:30am - 10:30am
Clemens Park
Rocktoberfest - Open to the public
10/3/2015
11:00am - 3:00pm
Clemens Park
OctoHalf Marathon
10/4/2015
8:00am
Start: Hatfield Community Park
Leaf Collection
TBA
Branch Collection
TBA
Leaf Collection
TBA
Township Offices Closed:
Thanksgiving Holiday
11/26/2015 11/27/2015
Leaf Collection
Inaugural 1/2 Marathon
P
Dates to be announced, please contact the
township building at 215-855-0900.
Dates TBA
to be announced, please contact the township building at 215-855-0900.
Township Offices Closed:
Christmas Holiday
12/24/2015 12/25/2015
Township Offices Closed: New Years
1/1/2016
Sharky's Shivering Slides
NEW: Fire & Ice Festival
1/9/2016
Township Offices Closed:
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
1/18/2016
Township Offices Closed: President's Day
2/15/2016
Township Offices Closed: Good Friday
3/25/2016
Easter Sunday
3/27/2016
2:00pm - 6:00pm
Hatfield Aquatic Center
• Penn Color
• QNB
• Staybridge Suites
~
Sunday, October 4, 2015
Sponsored by:
• Hampton Inn
• Abington Health/Lansdale Hospital
• Century House
• JBS Entertainment
Restaurant
• Hearth & Home Services, Inc.
oin us for the inaugural OctoHalf Marathon! If you are looking for a fun-filled weekend of activities, this is
the event for you!
The 13.1 mile course includes features such as paved roads, water stations (every 2 miles), and beautiful
community parks. All participants receive a tech shirt, finisher’s medal, and goodie bag with their registration.
Don’t forget to stop by the post-race party for food, music, and more! The Kid’s Fun Run begins at 7:45am,
followed by the half marathon race at 8:00am.
Packet pick-up will be held at the race expo the day before; Saturday, October 3, 2015. The race expo will
run in conjunction with the Hatfield Township Rocktoberfest event! We encourage all racers to stop by and
pick up their information, as well as join us for music, food, children’s activities, a car show, beer garden, and
more throughout the day! The race expo will also remain open for a few hours after the event. As you finish
up with Rocktoberfest, you can make your way to the Pasta Dinner from 4:00pm - 7:00pm at Keystone
Fellowship Church in North Wales.
All registration online: www.octohalf.com
***If you are interested in volunteering to help with this event, please contact: info@octohalf.com.
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•
OctoHalf Race Expo
Saturday, October 3, 2015
10:30am - 7:00pm
Clemens Park
500 Fairgrounds Road
Hatfield, PA 19440
OctoHalf Pasta Dinner
Saturday, October 3, 2015
4:00pm - 7:00pm
Keystone Fellowship Church
427 Stump Road
North Wales, PA 19454
$12.00 per person
OCTOHALF RACE DAY
DATE:
TIME:
Sunday, Oct 4, 2015
Kid’s Fun Run: 7:45am start
1/2 Marathon: 8:00 start
LOCATION: Starting Line: Hatfield Community Park
2500 North Chestnut St, Hatfield, PA 19440
KID’S FUN RUN FEES:
• $10 - until August 31, 2015
• $15 - beginning Sept 1, 2015
1/2 MARATHON FEES:
• $75 beginning Sept 1, 2015
Discount Tickets & Ski Vouchers
e
d
e offer lift tickets to area ski resorts at a discount, as part of a
consortium of Pennsylvania park and recreation agencies. Lift tickets
can be purchased at the front desk during normal business hours. We accept
personal check or exact amount cash. The list of participating ski resorts and
their lift ticket fees can be found on the Township website.
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We recommend telephoning to check ticket availability before
coming to purchase tickets.
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Hatfield Township: Important Dates
EVENT
DATE
TIME
LOCATION
Township Offices Closed:
Labor Day Holiday
9/7/2015
Dog-A-Poolooza
9/12/2015
11:00am - 6:00pm
Hatfield Aquatic Center
16th Annual Golf Outing
9/28/2015
12:00pm
Lederach Golf Course
Rocktoberfest Car/Motorcycle
Show Registration
10/3/2015
8:30am - 10:30am
Clemens Park
Rocktoberfest - Open to the public
10/3/2015
11:00am - 3:00pm
Clemens Park
OctoHalf Marathon
10/4/2015
8:00am
Start: Hatfield Community Park
Leaf Collection
TBA
Branch Collection
TBA
Leaf Collection
TBA
Township Offices Closed:
Thanksgiving Holiday
11/26/2015 11/27/2015
Leaf Collection
Inaugural 1/2 Marathon
P
Dates to be announced, please contact the
township building at 215-855-0900.
Dates TBA
to be announced, please contact the township building at 215-855-0900.
Township Offices Closed:
Christmas Holiday
12/24/2015 12/25/2015
Township Offices Closed: New Years
1/1/2016
Sharky's Shivering Slides
NEW: Fire & Ice Festival
1/9/2016
Township Offices Closed:
Martin Luther King Jr. Day
1/18/2016
Township Offices Closed: President's Day
2/15/2016
Township Offices Closed: Good Friday
3/25/2016
Easter Sunday
3/27/2016
2:00pm - 6:00pm
Hatfield Aquatic Center
• Penn Color
• QNB
• Staybridge Suites
~
Sunday, October 4, 2015
Sponsored by:
• Hampton Inn
• Abington Health/Lansdale Hospital
• Century House
• JBS Entertainment
Restaurant
• Hearth & Home Services, Inc.
oin us for the inaugural OctoHalf Marathon! If you are looking for a fun-filled weekend of activities, this is
the event for you!
The 13.1 mile course includes features such as paved roads, water stations (every 2 miles), and beautiful
community parks. All participants receive a tech shirt, finisher’s medal, and goodie bag with their registration.
Don’t forget to stop by the post-race party for food, music, and more! The Kid’s Fun Run begins at 7:45am,
followed by the half marathon race at 8:00am.
Packet pick-up will be held at the race expo the day before; Saturday, October 3, 2015. The race expo will
run in conjunction with the Hatfield Township Rocktoberfest event! We encourage all racers to stop by and
pick up their information, as well as join us for music, food, children’s activities, a car show, beer garden, and
more throughout the day! The race expo will also remain open for a few hours after the event. As you finish
up with Rocktoberfest, you can make your way to the Pasta Dinner from 4:00pm - 7:00pm at Keystone
Fellowship Church in North Wales.
All registration online: www.octohalf.com
***If you are interested in volunteering to help with this event, please contact: info@octohalf.com.
J
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
OctoHalf Race Expo
Saturday, October 3, 2015
10:30am - 7:00pm
Clemens Park
500 Fairgrounds Road
Hatfield, PA 19440
OctoHalf Pasta Dinner
Saturday, October 3, 2015
4:00pm - 7:00pm
Keystone Fellowship Church
427 Stump Road
North Wales, PA 19454
$12.00 per person
OCTOHALF RACE DAY
DATE:
TIME:
Sunday, Oct 4, 2015
Kid’s Fun Run: 7:45am start
1/2 Marathon: 8:00 start
LOCATION: Starting Line: Hatfield Community Park
2500 North Chestnut St, Hatfield, PA 19440
KID’S FUN RUN FEES:
• $10 - until August 31, 2015
• $15 - beginning Sept 1, 2015
1/2 MARATHON FEES:
• $75 beginning Sept 1, 2015
Discount Tickets & Ski Vouchers
e
d
e offer lift tickets to area ski resorts at a discount, as part of a
consortium of Pennsylvania park and recreation agencies. Lift tickets
can be purchased at the front desk during normal business hours. We accept
personal check or exact amount cash. The list of participating ski resorts and
their lift ticket fees can be found on the Township website.
W
We recommend telephoning to check ticket availability before
coming to purchase tickets.
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The “HATFIELD” North Penn High School Knights
PA STATE CHAMPIONS!
Snow Removal Information
he Public Works Department is responsible for salting and snowplowing all township-owned roadways and
facilities. The salting, or de-icing process starts soon after the snow begins to fall. Major roadways are
continuously plowed until the snow has stopped. After the snow storm has fully stopped, all roadways are plowed
back to the curb and re-salted if needed. If the storm is large enough, roadways may be plowed several times. It
takes an average of 8 to 10 hours for the Public Works Department to completely plow and clear all township roads
after the storm has completely ended.
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For your safety and the safety of your family,
friends, pedestrians, and other motorists, please
remember:
e Please be patient until we get to your street
DO YOU KNOW THAT STATE CHAMPIONSHIPS ARE NOT NEW TO HATFIELD BASEBALL?
In 2009, 2013, and now again in 2015 the North Penn High School Knights Baseball team became PENNSYLVANIA
STATE CHAMPIONS!!! The Knights are now in a league of their own as the first PA AAAA school to win three state
titles.
From the team that just won – 17 players listed on the playoff roster have played for Hatfield Connie Mack & Legion
Baseball.
Our Hatfield Players include: Mike Christy, Douglas Apple, Collin Healey, James Witner, Matt Marino, Zach Zeigler,
Zach Coll, Greg Kerr, John Posavec, Grant Silhanek, Zach Thomas, Travis Cook, Logan Leslie, Kadar Namey, Jon
Udzinski, Jake Schuster and Zach Farrell.
Hatfield Connie Mack & Legion Baseball is known for excellence and determination - Skills are honed, the game
is learned and friendships are formed and kept for years to come.
Hatfield Connie Mack & Legion Baseball have been part of the Hatfield Township and Borough community for over
40 years. We have shared with the township in building the fields at School Road Park – now known as one of the
best places to play in all of the North Penn area.
Our players are from all over Hatfield, plus a few from the Towamencin Township area as they join our ranks at
the Legion level.
Many past players have gone on to play college baseball and even a few have been drafted by the MLB – one,
Eric Ruth, is still active and plays for the Trenton Thunder in the Yankees organization! College coaches are often
seen at Hatfield Legion games – they know where to see the talent.
The Hatfield Legion team calls School Road Park home – games will continue through July and hopefully into
August.
and wait one hour after you see a plow truck on
your street before commencing shoveling your
driveways and sidewalks. Sometimes the plow
truck operators might need to make one more
pass during large storms to complete your street.
e When shoveling, snow blowing, or plowing your
driveway and sidewalks, do not place the snow
back into the street. (Yes, people do this as funny
as it sounds) This is against the law and it leaves
a road hazard for other motorist and pedestrians,
leaving you liable if someone gets hurt.
e Remove all obstacles from the edge of roadway
(i.e. basketball hoops, trash & recycling cans etc.).
According to the Township Zoning Codes, these
items are not permitted in the public rights-of-way
at any time.
e Remove your vehicle from the roadway after one
hour of continuous snowfall as required by
Township Ordinance. This will prevent you from
being ticketed and or even towed.
e Mailboxes must be a minimum of 6” away from e Shovel a clear path on sidewalk within 18 hours
the back of the curb to avoid damage during
plowing operations. The township is not
responsible for mailboxes damaged during
normal snow removal operations.
after the end of the snow storm. Also please clear
the snow from fire hydrants so emergency
personnel can locate them in an emergency.
State Road Plowing
For snow plowing concerns on the following state roads, please contact PennDOT at 1-888-783-6783.
e Forty Foot Road
e County Line Road
e Cowpath Road
(from Line Street to the Hatfield Borough line)
e Welsh Road (Route 63)
e Route 309
e North Broad Street
e Orvilla Road
Information on games – hatfieldcmlegion.org – for a full schedule. Come on out to a ballgame – Cheer our Hatfield
teams on to victory!
Great baseball
players come
from
Hatfield!
2013 PA State Champions for North Penn from Hatfield Connie Mack & Legion Baseball
included:
Brady West, Bobby Scott, Collin Healey, James Witner, Dylan Borawski, Douglas Apple, Zach
Zeigler, Kadar Namey, John Posavec, Tyler Clauss, Tyler Smink, Noah Melchior & Eric Albaugh.
2009 PA State Champion from Hatfield Legion/NPHS
Eric Ruth, Rob Zinsmeister, Matt Albaugh, Scott Christy, Christian Radick, Jake Dunn, Greg
Fasick & TJ Harrington.
For sponsorship information – please email Hatfieldcmlegion@gmail.com.
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Yard Maintenance 101
e thank residents for doing their part by keeping their lawns clean and mowed,
(it’s also the law). Here are a few tips for maintaining a beautiful and
earth-friendly yard.
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GRASS: Throughout the year, homeowners inevitably find themselves with the
dilemma on how to dispose of excess grass clipping or tree branches from their
property. Hatfield Township wanted to ensure all residents were aware of the options
to properly dispose of this waste. In respect to grass clippings, and as a friendly
reminder to everyone, blowing your grass clippings into the street is not an accepted
practice in Hatfield Township. This act causes more work and troubles than you may
think. Such grass accumulates around the inlets and precludes the proper flow of
stormwater into the sewer system. Furthermore, the act of blowing grass into the
streets cause for additional work by the Public Works Department to clear the inlet.
BRANCHES: To properly remove tree branches consider coordinating your trimming of trees with the township’s
monthly Tree Branch Collection. This service provides you the chance to bring small tree branches to the township
Public Works building (located on Unionville Pike). This service is provided on the 3rd Saturday of every month,
year round, from 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. If that does not work for you, then please work with your private waste hauler to
remove the branches, and stay tuned to the Township E-News for other potential options.
LEAVES: As you begin to clean up your leaves this fall remember to package them in biodegradable brown paper
bags (4 bags for $1.00). Please check the township website to learn when curbside pick up will take place. For those
residents that have public open space adjacent to their property or easements near local water tributaries, do not
use this area to dump branches, leaves, or grass clippings. Though such an act may seem marginal at the time,
such debris causes substantial challenges to the waterways in the township during heavy rain conditions.
To keep up on the latest in yard collection services in Hatfield Township, sign up for our monthly Township
E-Newsletter at www.hatfieldtownship.org or Follow Us on Twitter @HatfieldPA.
SAVE THE DATE!
ROCKTOBERFEST
Saturday, October 3, 2015
TIME:
Car/Motorcycle Show
Check-In: 8:30am - 10:30am
Event Open to Public: 11:00am - 3:00pm
LOCATION:
Clemens Park
500 Fairgrounds Rd
Hatfield, PA 19440
he Hatfield Township Parks & Recreation Board presents,
the 16th Annual Rocktoberfest.
Complete with a
car/motorcycle show, beer garden, children’s activities,
moonbounces, vendors, food, and live music, there’s
something for the whole family!
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The highly anticipated car/motorcycle show will feature a diverse variety of vehicles. Judges will vote on these
cars in categories such as classic, vintage, antique, and special interest. If you would like to register a vehicle for
this event, please visit www.enjoyhatfield.org for more information.
In addition to the car show, Rocktoberfest will feature live music from “Flamin’ Dick & the Hot Rods,” with
opening ceremonies by Scott France. Come out and enjoy the music while browsing crafts, merchandise, and
food from local vendors. Visit the beer garden for some great tasting beers and wines.
Embrace the autumn atmosphere with a wagon ride through the festival grounds or grab the family and
decorate your own scarecrow! Children will enjoy crafts, activities, and moonbounces throughout the day.
This year’s event is scheduled for Saturday, October 3, 2015 at John S. Clemens
Memorial Park. For anyone registered for the car/motorcycle show, vehicle
registration will take place 8:30am – 10:30am. The event is open to the
public from 11:00am – 3:00pm.
For more information, visit www.enjoyhatfield.org or contact Hatfield
Township Parks and Recreation at 215.855.0900 x112.
2015 Branch/Leaf Collection
Please contact Hatfield Township at 215-855-0900 for fall branch and leaf pick up dates.
All leaf bags and branch bundles must be placed out on the curb by Monday morning
(6:00am) the week of the pick up. All branches must be in a 2’ x 2’ x 6’ long bundle tied with
twine. No branches will be picked up with any other tying material or not tied at all. Leaf
bags can only be paper biodegradable. Any other bags (plastic) will not be picked up.
Branches can also be dropped off at the Public Works Building on the 3rd Saturday of each
month from 8am to 12pm. Visit www.hatfieldtownship.org for details and guidelines.
Working with Hatfield
Township for...
the betterment of
the Community
ROBERT W. GODSHALL
MEMBER 53RD DISTRICT
HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA
ROOM 150 MAIN CAPITOL BUILDING
1702 COWPATH ROAD
PO BOX 202053
HATFIELD, PA 19440
HARRISBURG, PA 17120-2053
PHONE: 215-368-3500
PHONE: 717-783-6428
FAX: 215-361-4220
FAX: 717-787-7424
E-MAIL: rgodshal@pahousegop.com
RECYCLE CHRISTMAS TREES
EMERT RECYCLING CORP.
Recycle your tree by having the township mulch it.
2700 RICHMOND ROAD
HATFIELD, PA 19440
Bring your decoration-free tree to the drop-off location on
Chestnut Street beginning December 26 through the end of
January or to Public Works on the 3rd Saturday of each month.
This service is strictly for township residents.
JAY WEIR
GENERAL MANAGER
215-855-7690
FAX 215-855-7115
E-MAIL: scale@emertrecycling.com
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Maintenance No-No’s & Earth Friendly Efficiencies
Fire Safety Tips from the Fire Marshal
all can be challenging to those faced with excess grass clippings, tree branches, and leaves. On the other
hand, it’s a great time to be outside doing projects and grounds care. The below information is a guide to
grounds keeping actions residents can take on their own. They are designed to bring more gain and less pain
to the individual, and greater benefit to the community.
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DOWNLOAD FIRE SAFETY TIP SHEETS
Following simple safety
tips can prevent many fires
and accidents. To help
residents stay informed the
Fire Marshal has created
safety tip sheets you can
download and print from the
township’s safety and code
department’s website.
Do not blow your grass clippings into the street or dump any debris into the storm water inlets. Grass and
debris accumulates around inlets and prevents the proper flow of storm water into the storm water system.
Turf care professionals are strong advocates of “grasscycling,” leaving clippings on the lawn. Do not dump
grass clippings, branches, or leaves on public open space and township property. The density of a man-made
dump pile means it will not biodegrade naturally; rather it causes damage to the land and, if near water, to
the waterway.
For branches: utilize the township’s monthly Tree Branch Collection, where staff will take small tree branches
at the Public Works Complex 8 a.m. to 12 p.m. on the 3rd Saturday monthly.
Put them on your refrigerator,
review them with your kids, and
share them with everyone!
For leaves: purchase biodegradable brown paper bags at the Township Municipal building, (4 bags
for $1.00). Check the township website to learn when curbside pick-up will take place.
These tips sheets are currently
available online:
Additionally, with input from the Environmental Advisory Council, Hatfield
Township has created a source of interesting and useful information,
designed to give residents alternatives to old strategies. At
www.green-hatfield.org, tips, services, and ideas cover topics such as:
• Cooking Safety
• Home Heating Safety: Space
Heaters, Fireplaces, & Wood
Stoves
• Holiday Safety Tips
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•
•
•
•
•
Rain barrels and rain gardens
Natural lawn care and sustainable agriculture
Determining the household carbon footprint
Native plants & wildflowers
Composting
Insect problems
www.hatfieldtownship.org/government/department/safety-and-code-enforcement
COLKET
AUTOMOTIVE & TECHNICAL SERVICES
Hatfield Township’s
16TH ANNUAL GOLF OUTING
Ross Colket
September 28th, 2015
635 West 3rd Street
Lansdale, PA 19446
We’ve Moved!
P 215.393.5970
F 215.393.5971
atfield Township will host its 16th Annual Golf Outing at Lederach Golf Club on
Monday, September 28th. We are asking community businesses to get involved
with this fundraiser by sponsoring a hole or donating items of value for gift giveaways.
Sign up by Wednesday, September 16th to join us for a great day of golfing.
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Price per golfer is $125
and includes lunch and dinner buffets, green fees and cart,
four contests and awards, door prizes,
and a special participation gift.
If your business would like to be a sponsor,
please contact Hatfield Township at 215-855-0900.
EVENT INFORMATION
Monday, September 28th, 2015
Registration at 12:00 p.m.
Lederach Golf Club
900 Club House Drive
Harleysville, PA 19438
All sponsorships include different levels of promotional recognition in the program or on the putting green.
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Safety Tips From Police Chief Tierney
Halloween Tips
Reminder from the Chief of Police…..
REMINDER: There is no set date/time
for trick or treating in Hatfield Township
1. Wear something reflective or
carry a light.
2. Don't go too far from home
3. Stay with a group, never wander
off alone
4. Only stop at well-lit houses
5. Don't talk to anyone you
don't know
6. Be cautious of passing vehicles
7. Make sure your parents check
your goodies
8. Have fun!
School Is Now Open
Be aware that school is now back in
session. Please stay alert on the roadways
around the schools. The safety of our kids
is most important. Violations in a school
zone can be very costly. Watch
your speed, watch out
for pedestrians and
obey the Crossing
Guards!
Toys for Tots Collection
In association with the Willow Grove Marine Corps, Hatfield Township
will collect donations for Toys for Tots, a nationwide effort to collect
toys for underprivileged children.
Drop off your new, unwrapped toys through December 10, 2015 at:
Hatfield Township Municipal Building Lobby
1950 School Road
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday – 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Wednesday – 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Friday – 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Hatfield Township Police
Department Lobby
2000 School Road
Monday through Friday,
During office hours
Hatfield Police Department Purchases
Med Return Drug Collection
he Hatfield Township Police Department in cooperation with the Montgomery County District
Attorney’s Office jointly purchased a Med Return Drug Collection Unit which is located in the
lobby of the police department. The Med Return Collection Unit allows residents to safely and
securely dispose of unwanted and expired medications. These expired and unwanted medications
are safely collected and then disposed of during National Take Back Initiative Prescription Drug
collections conducted in conjunction with the U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration. The
collection point is accessible to residents during the normal operating hours of the police
department and the instructions are clearly marked on the outside of the collection point.
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Commissioner Brown Will Not Seek a Fourth Term
esidents in Hatfield's Ward 1 will have a new Commissioner in 2016 for the first time
in 12 years. At a public meeting last spring, Commissioner Scott Brown announced
that he will not seek a fourth term. During Commissioner Brown's tenure on the board,
Hatfield Township underwent significant changes. As the board president for five years,
Commissioner Brown was instrumental in many projects, most notably the construction
of the Hatfield Aquatic Center.
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"One of my proudest moments as a Commissioner was when we cut the ribbon for the
new facility. I'm not a swimmer, but I always felt the residents of Hatfield deserved a top
notch facility," said Commissioner Brown.
In 2015, the Aquatic Center was named the best public pool in Montgomery County by
Montco Happenings Magazine.
A steadfast supporter of open space acquisition, walking and biking trails, and parks initiatives, Commissioner
Brown fondly recalls the development of the Frick's and Chestnut Street Trails, enhancement of School Road Park,
and the creation of the dog park.
Due to his strong belief in public service, Commissioner Brown
pursued a career in education. After a successful stint as a mathematics
teacher at North Penn High School for four years and then 35 years at
Plymouth Whitemarsh High School in the Colonial School District,
Brown saw being a Commissioner as an opportunity to continue serving
the public and the community. After being elected in 2003, Brown was
motivated solely by wanting to make Hatfield Township a better place
to live. He credits his spouse, Sandra, for supporting and encouraging
him to get involved.
Brown likened his experience as a Commissioner to being in a canoe with four other people and trying to get
everyone to paddle in the same direction. "Even if that didn't always happen, I continued to paddle," said
Commissioner Brown. One example where the paddling was not in sync and what Brown references as his biggest
disappointment was when the open space referendum failed to pass in 2008.
Land development was also an interest to Commissioner Brown. “Hatfield
was too accommodating to developers in the past,” he said. Commissioner
Brown was the board president when Hatfield Pointe was approved and he
is proud of the efforts the board encouraged the developers to make.
“Aesthetically speaking, that is one of the nicest Lowes you will find,” he said.
That project also includes trails that Commissioner Brown pushed for
throughout the approval process.
Commissioner Brown says he will miss the people the most. “We are
blessed to have great staff and committed residents.” He will continue to live
in Hatfield and stay involved. "I'll always be interested in ways to make our
town better, such as solving traffic issues, promoting open space, and
bringing people together and encouraging diversity.”
As for advice for any newly elected official, Brown suggests that they try
not to take things personally, be open to new ideas, promote the things you
believe in and realize that nothing can be accomplished without compromise.
Although the canoe may look the same, Hatfield Township will be without
one of its most experienced and committed paddlers in 2016.
A Message from the Hatfield Chamber of Commerce President
Did you know that there are over 1200 businesses in
Hatfield Township and Hatfield Borough?!
That’s a lot of businesses when you stop and think about it. But in the internet era,
when it’s so simple to Google something and press the buy button, it’s easy to forget
about our local businesses. I will be the first to admit that I do this frequently, mostly
because of the convenience. But we should really stop to question if this is the right thing to do. If you could get the
product or service you need from a local “guy” rather than someone on the other side of the country, or maybe
even the world, shouldn’t we all give it a try? After all, even if it may cost a few cents more, you will be supporting
the local economy.
Our goal at the Hatfield Chamber of Commerce is to promote our local businesses, which in turn helps the folks
that live right here in our own community. So the next time you need a product or service, before you go to Amazon
or Google, check out the members of the Hatfield Chamber at www.hatfieldchamber.com. Just click on the “Our
Members” box at the top-right side of the page to access our membership database and digital directory.
It won’t cost you anything more to check them out, other than maybe a few extra clicks, I promise.
George Bardissi, President, Hatfield Chamber of Commerce
We extend a special thanks to the business and professional
members of our community whose support through
advertising has made publication of this newsletter
possible at no cost to taxpayers. Please support
the local businesses that support the Township.
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Hatfield Board of Commissioners
Dog-A-Poolooza! Returns to the Aquatic Center
Saturday, September 12th
(rain date Sunday, Sept 13th)
og-A-Poolooza! is an event fundraiser for local rescue organizations and the Aquatic
Center. Patrons will be able to bring their canine friends to the pool on Saturday,
September 12th, 11am - 6pm (rain date September 13th). Entry costs are $5/person and
$10/dog. Patrons and canines will have the opportunity to socialize with friends and
take a swim in the Aquatic Center pool. Sharky’s Cafe will be open for food and beverage selections. Before or after
the event patrons are welcome to extend their Dog-A-Poolooza! time at the adjacent Hatfield Township Dog Park
(Dog Park is free to the public). For more information regarding the Aquatic Center visit www.swimhatfield.org.
Required Waiver - available at Aquatic Center upon entry.
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Some preliminary basic rules - full list of rules posted & available day-of at the Aquatic Center:
Dogs are to be leashed at all times, unless in the water swimming
A human patron is obligated to be in the water with their dog
1950 School Road
Hatfield PA 19440-1992
Telephone: 215-855-0900
Fax: 215-855-0243
OFFICE HOURS:
M, T and Th – 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Wed – 8 a.m. to 6 p.m.
& Fri – 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The front gates of the facility will not be closed and patrons are
required to monitor their dog(s)
WEB ADDRESS:
www.hatfieldtownship.org
If you desire to let your dog run free, please visit the Dog Park
adjacent to the Aquatic Center
TWITTER: @HatfieldPA
TOWNSHIP MANAGER: Aaron Bibro
A spray station will be available to rinse off your dog after
swimming in the pool
TOWNSHIP MUNICIPAL SCHEDULES:
Dogs are not able to ride any of the slides
SHARKY’S SHIVERING SLIDES
Featuring: NEW Fire & Ice Festival
Saturday, January 9, 2016
Join us for some icy fun this January with our Sharky’s Shivering Slides event! This
year we are introducing a new Fire and Ice Festival. This multifaceted winterfest will
transform the Hatfield Aquatic Center into a Winter Wonderland!
ACTIVITIES INCLUDE A BONFIRE, FOOD, MUSIC, DOOR PRIZES,
FUN-FILLED WINTER WATER SLIDES, AND MORE!
The 3rd annual Sharky’s Shivering Slides is scheduled for Saturday, January 9, 2016.
The event will take place from 2:00pm to 6:00pm.
REGISTRATION IS $25 PER PERSON.
Registration forms are available at the Hatfield
Township Administration Building or online:
www.hatfieldtownship.org. For more information or questions, please contact
Ashley O’Neill at 215.855.0900 x112.
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Hatfield
Township Offices
Scott Brown
Bob Rodgers
Larry Hughes, Vice President
Tom Zipfel, President
Gerald Andris
BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS
2nd & 4th Wednesdays of each
month at the Township Municipal
Building – 7:30 p.m.
PLANNING COMMISSION
3rd Tuesday of each month at the
Township Municipal Building – 7:30 p.m.
ZONING HEARING BOARD
4th Thursday of each month at the
Township Municipal Building – 7:00 p.m.
To find out which ward you live in and which Commissioner
represents you, please refer to the township map.
atfield residents elect five Commissioners to four-year terms of office.
Each Commissioner represents a geographical “Ward” of the
township. The Commissioners are part time volunteers who make
decisions on behalf of the 17,000+ residents in Hatfield Township. The
Board of Commissioners meets twice a month to discuss and adopt
policies for Hatfield’s local government services. These policy decisions
include items such as land development applications, road improvements,
public safety matters, capital improvement projects, and open space
preservation. While each year may bring different projects and policies,
the overarching goal of the Board of Commissioners is always to promote
the health, safety, and welfare of the community.
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Municipal Election Day is
Tuesday, November 3rd
Not sure where you vote or what
ward you live in?
View the Ward map and voting locations.
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Election Day.............................2
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Hatfield Rocktoberfest ...........6
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Dear Hatfield Residents and Friends:
hope everyone had a great summer and enjoyed the Hatfield Aquatic Center,
School Road and Clemens Parks, the Arboretum, Nature Center, walking and
biking trails and everything else that our community has to offer.
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Now that fall is quickly approaching, it is time for us to start looking ahead to
next year and begin the 2016 budget process. It may not be the most exciting thing
we do in local government, but is it arguably the most important. We encourage
you to attend a budget workshop and let us know what is important to you and
where you want your tax dollars spent.
I am proud of how my fellow Commissioners and I have approached spending
over the past several years. Anyone who has participated in our budget
discussions knows that we make every effort to reduce costs without reducing
services, and we have significantly increased our investment in infrastructure
throughout the Township. Unfortunately, Pennsylvania leads the nation in the
number of bridges classified as “structurally deficient.” Hatfield Township is doing
its part to shed that moniker. Over the next year or so, four bridges will be repaired
in the Township – one owned by the Commonwealth (Orvilla Rd), one owned by
Montgomery County (Line Lexington Rd) and two owned by Hatfield (Walnut St.
and Trewigtown Rd). Although the construction and detours will cause a short
term headache for motorists, knowing that the Hatfield Township taxpayers will
only be responsible for roughly 10% of a $4 million investment should help
alleviate that pain. Through grants and partnerships, Hatfield’s staff and
consultants have been able to significantly reduce the financial burden on the
taxpayers. A big thank you to our staff and consultants for making that possible!
Lastly, I want to personally thank my fellow Commissioner, Scott Brown, for his
twelve years of dedication and commitment to Hatfield Township. Commissioner
Brown decided not to seek another elected term and we will miss his experience,
knowledge, and sense of humor. I have truly enjoyed working with him for the
last six years, and I will always admire his conviction and commitment to Hatfield
Township.
I hope you all have a great fall and winter holiday season. Go Eagles!
Dog-A-Poolooza....................17
Sharky’s Shivering Slides
Fire and Ice Festival.........17
Tom Zipfel, President
Board of Commissioners
Find what you need fast @www.EnjoyHatfield.org
Fall 2015 Vol. 17 No. 2