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East Goshen Township
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West Chester, PA 19380
Fall 2015
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township
Township Directory.......................2
Congratulations.............................2
Commerce Commission’s
Spotlight on Business....................3
Celebration of Life ........................4
Latest News from the Park &
Recreation Commission ................5
East Goshen Recreation ............6-8
Commercial Vehicle Traffic
Enforcement ............................9-10
From the Chairman...
A
s I sit here in the middle of August beginning to write this, it dawned on me that this
may be the last newsletter you will receive before the end of the year. So, on behalf of
our employees and Supervisors, let me be the first to wish you Happy Holidays and hope
that 2016 is a wonderful year.
Sunoco’s Land Agents continue to contact residents along Boot Road and North Chester
Road to secure easements for the proposed Mariner 2 pipeline. Sunoco’s goal is to obtain a
50 foot right-of-way along the entire pipeline. In some cases, they want an additional 25 feet
for a temporary easement for construction. Sunoco has yet to decide the exact route for the
pipeline. My guess is that this will happen before the end of the year so that construction can
begin by next spring.
The Supervisors have approved an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance that will permit a
Dunkin Donuts with a drive-through in the Goshen Village Shopping Center. The last step
in the approval process is for the Supervisors to conduct a Conditional Use Hearing, which
will happen in mid-September. In approving the project, the Supervisors may include
reasonable conditions based on testimony by expert witnesses to mitigate any possible
impacts that Dunkin Donuts may create.
Odds & Ends From Rick Smith ....13
Two representatives from the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection
(DEP) attended the August 4th Supervisors meeting to provide information and answer
questions as to why it is necessary for the Township to fix or breach the Hershey’s Mill and
Milltown Dams. Both dams are required to handle a 100-year storm, which is defined as
7.5” of rain in a 24 hour period, without overtopping. Neither dam can presently do that. In
addition to meeting that requirement, the dams must be constructed on the downstream side
in such a way as to prevent the dams from failing when a rainstorm exceeds the 100-year
storm threshold.
Exciting Times at the Goshen
Fire Company..............................15
The Supervisors also awarded a contract to the engineering firm of Gannett Fleming to
evaluate the Township’s options with respect to Milltown Dam. The final report is expected
to be completed early next year.
Please Don’t Flush Wipes ...........15
The Township’s first Recycling E-Waste Collection was held on July 11th and was a
great success. 33,900 lbs. of various items were collected. The majority of items collected
were TV’s and printer/scanners. The good news is that there were enough items collected so
Recycling Day ..............................11
Trash/Recycling...........................12
Malvern Public Library ................13
Darkness Plus Deer Equals
Danger! .......................................14
Important Information................15
Water Quality Hotlines ...............16
Dates of Importance ...................17
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DATES OF IMPORTANCE
TOWNSHIP DIRECTORY
OCTOBER
NOVEMBER
DECEMBER
Park Commission
Oct 1 - 7 pm
Municipal Election Day
Nov 3 - 7 am - 8 pm
Board of Supervisors
Dec 1- 7 pm
Twp Yard Sale
Oct 3 - 9 am
Planning Commission
Nov 4 - 7 pm
Planning Commission
Dec 2- 7 pm
Oct 6 - 7 pm
Park Commission
Nov 5 - 7 pm
Park Commission
Dec 3 - 7 pm
Planning Commission
Oct 7 - 7 pm
Deer Committee
Nov 10 - 7 pm
Conservancy Board
Dec 9 - 7 pm
Historical Commission
Oct 8 - 7 pm
Veterans Day
Nov 11 - Township Closed
Dec 10- 7 pm
Municipal Authority
Oct 12 - 7 pm
Conservancy Board
Nov 11 - 7 pm
Municipal Authority
Dec 14 - 7 pm
Pension Committee
Oct 14 - 10:30 am
Nov 12 - 7 pm
Dec 15 - 7pm
Conservancy Board
Oct 14 - 7 pm
Nov 17 - 7 pm
Commerce Commission
Dec 17 - 7 pm
Commerce Commission
Oct 15 - 7:00 pm
Thanksgiving
Nov 26 & 27 - Twp Closed
Christmas
Dec 25 - Twp Closed
Oct 20 - 7 pm
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BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
E. Martin Shane
mshane@eastgoshen.org
Senya D. Isayeff
sisayeff@eastgoshen.org
Carmen R. Battavio
cbattavio@eastgoshen.org
Janet L. Emanuel
jemanuel@eastgoshen.org
Charles W. Proctor III
cproctor@eastgoshen.org
TOWNSHIP MANAGER
Louis F. Smith, Jr.
rsmith@eastgoshen.org
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All Township meetings and workshops, with
the exception of Board of Supervisors
executive sessions, are open to the public
From the Chairman . . . continued from cover
that there was no cost to the Township. In addition, another event is
being planned for Saturday, November 21st.
After considerable discussion at the August 11th meeting, the
Supervisors amended the Township’s Zoning Ordinance by a vote of
3-2 to provide the rationale for permitting residents with less than three
acres of property to have up to four dogs over three months of age and
one additional dog for each acre above two acres. The four dog limit has
been in the Zoning regulations since 1983. Based on case law, this new
rationale is required in the Zoning Ordinance when a township limits
the number of dogs permitted on a residential property.
The Township’s new Comprehensive Plan and Parks, Recreation
and Open Space Plan should be adopted by the Supervisors by the
time you receive this newsletter. Many thanks to Supervisor Janet
Emanuel, who chaired both Task Forces, as well as all the members of
our Authorities, Boards and Commissions who participated in these
efforts.
In September, the Supervisors will have selected a consultant to
develop a Master Plan for the Township Park. The goal is to make the
Park sustainable well into the future by preparing a plan for the
operation, maintenance and future improvements, as well as to position
the Township for future grant opportunities.
The Supervisors have approved a change in the Township’s health
care provider for our employees. The new provider will be the
Delaware Valley Health Trust (DVHT). It is anticipated that this
change will initially reduce the Township’s costs by 5-6% with no
change in coverage for the employees. In the future, the Township may
receive a credit based on the performance under the plan.
As mentioned in previous Newsletters, the Township has an e-mail
communication called “Constant Contact”. Residents are able to receive
timely information on specific areas of interest. Residents can sign up
by going to the Township’s website at www.eastgoshen.org.
The Board welcomes feedback and suggestions from our residents.
You may call the Township at 610-692-7171, respond through our
website or contact me at mshane@eastgoshen.org.
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Marty Shane
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Thank You To The
Businesses
he Board of Supervisors would like to thank
the businesses that appear in this newsletter
and to recognize them each as supporters and
cornerstones of our community. For it is with their
contributions that this newsletter has been
produced at minimal charge to our residents.
T
Congratulations Terry Darlington
P
lease join us in congratulating Terry
Darlington on his retirement from the
Public Works Department on August 1st
after a 26-year career with East Goshen.
Terry’s relentlessly positive attitude and
sunny disposition will be missed!
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Commerce Commission’s Spotlight on Business
It is a special pleasure for us to showcase Acero Precision. It is one of many dynamic industrial corporations occupying East Goshen's Business
Parks, and a distinct asset to the Township, to our community, and significantly beyond. The entrepreneurial spirit and American Dream is alive
in our corporate parks, and commercial districts. Acero Precision was born from the dreams, ideas and plans of Michael Fitzgerald, President &
CEO. Joanne, partner and wife, is the Director of Human Capital for both Acero, and their medical device company Altus Spine. Together, they
have been a driving force for 30 years cultivating and growing their corporation to what it is today. Enjoy the Story of ACERO.
ACERO - Precision Parts for Precision Machines:
Racing Cars, Humans, and More!
A
s a child, Michael Fitzgerald watched the 1966 classic Grand Prix for the first time. The film
inspired Fitzgerald with a love of cars and machinery and soon after, he began building and
fixing cars during his free time. By the time Fitzgerald matriculated at Drexel University in the fall
of 1979, it was only natural that he gravitated towards the Mechanical Engineering Program.
Fitzgerald has noted that his time at Drexel and specifically his co-op opportunities introduced him Michael and Joanne Fitzgerald at a 2010
to precision manufacturing, another natural fit, as that is where the Formula One event
Michael Fitzgerald
celebrates his 2nd place
best and brightest engineers innovated in fields such as Formula One. By 1984, Fitzgerald started Acero
finish at the 2012 Historic
Precision, named Fitze Engineers at the time, in a rented warehouse not far from his college dorm room.
Grand Prix in Monaco
As Fitze Engineers began to take shape, he met his wife, Joanne. Soon after they met, she graduated
from Saint Joseph’s University and began working full-time in New Jersey. While beginning her career
with a fulltime job, Joanne began working Friday evening through Sunday at Fitze Engineering. She
ran machines, filled out paperwork, conducted quality processes and so much more. Together, they built
a company purely out of passion and hard work.
Although Formula One first attracted Fitzgerald to precision manufacturing, he soon learned the
space offered ample opportunity for innovation. Today, Acero Precision is a major supplier for the motor sport industry as well as the
medical, analytical, and life science industries. Every day, when parts are produced at Acero, they are being used in a variety of roles.
Acero is an ISO 13485 & 9001 certified company (a preferred international standard for medical device manufacturing) that relies on
the latest technology, quality systems, but most importantly on its high caliber employees. The Fitzgeralds pride Acero specifically on
its employees whose goals are aligned with what the Acero Precision name stands for: the utmost precision, accuracy, and quality. It is
each employee’s passion for manufacturing and their detailed and dedicated work ethic that truly sets Acero apart in the industry.
In 2015, as Acero Precision celebrates over 30 years, their love and dedication for the American Manufacturing Industry has remained
constant and stronger than ever. In 2010, the Fitzgeralds rebranded Fitze Engineers as Acero Precision to reach broader markets to
accommodate growth. Housed within their soon to be completed 100,000 square foot facility in the Goshen Corporate Park will be a
classroom that will be used to train new and existing employees various skills. Acero actively encourages its employees to continue
professional development so that both the current and emerging generations of manufacturing engineers can take full advantage of the
rising American Manufacturing Industry. One such way is the construction of Acero University, an educational initiative that will allow
employees not only to explore relevant skills but also learn about other types of work at Acero. As the United States is increasingly
considered for manufacturing needs both domestically and abroad, many domestic opportunities in manufacturing are emerging.
In 2011, inspired by Acero’s success in other industries, the Fitzgeralds created a medical device company, Michael Fitzgerald’s race
which is now Altus Spine. Acero and Altus have both invested in internship programs in order to prepare a car on the international
new generation of manufacturing talent in the United States. Together, they recently concluded their Summer racing circuit
2015 Internship Program in which there were ten Acero interns and three Altus interns. Both Acero and Altus
called upon their strong relationships with high schools, technical colleges, and universities to provide them
with skilled students to work and learn for twelve weeks at one of the companies. In the coming years, Acero
and Altus hope to create a sustainable network of educational institutions that will allow them to host a larger
number of interns during parts of the entire year. Acero and Altus also hope to transition most interns to
full-time employees following their graduations.
As excellence has been a part of the Acero Precision and Altus Spine stories from the beginning, Acero and
Altus recognize that they each need to continue to provide a variety of opportunities and
experiences for the diverse number of fields that interact between a design company and a
manufacturing company. As Acero Precision and Altus Spine continue to grow, the Fitzgeralds recognize the personal and
professional growth of each employee and customer that they cross paths with is necessary for the success of each
company.
Michael Fitzgerald, President & CEO & Joanne Fitzgerald, Director of Human Capital
If you would like to apply to any of our open positions please feel free to contact Recruiting@AceroPrecision.com or
Recruiting@Altus-Spine.com, www.AceroPrecision.com and www.Altus-Spine.com
The Commerce Commission hopes you enjoyed meeting ACERO PRECISION and the Fitzgeralds as much as we've enjoyed
presenting them.
Albert Zuccarello, Commerce Commission
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Please Don’t Flush the Wipes
I
n recent years, the use of products such as
pre-moistened "flushable" wipes has been
advertised as a way to feel "cleaner" and "fresher",
but most people don't know they have caused
damage to wastewater systems across the country.
These products’ labels indicate they are safe for
sewers and septic systems. In addition to wipes,
there are also other cleaning products that are labeled
as “flushable” which may go down the toilet, but do not
break down sufficiently enough. This has led to clogged pipes and jammed
pumps in sewer systems across the country. This picture shows residue
wipe material that had been removed from a sewer system.
These wipes do not disintegrate like toilet paper. A number of sewer
authorities across the country have spent large amounts of money to
address the problem. The Orange County (California) Sanitation District
spent $320,000 in one year on “de-ragging” maintenance calls to ten pump
stations. The Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission has spent more
than 1 million dollars on equipment to shred the wipe material. Officials
from the District of Columbia’s water and sewer agency also reported
more than 500 labor-hours were used over the past 12 months to remove
debris from clogged pipes (see photo below) and repair broken equipment,
an estimated 35 percent increase over the past few years. New York City
is currently considering a ban on packaging that indicates that the wipes
are flushable unless the product has passed an approved third party test.
At the heart of the issue is the fact that utilities believe manufacturers of
flushable products are not conducting disintegration tests for flushable wipes that mimic actual conditions in real-life sewer systems.
Manufacturers don’t agree with this claim and say their test results provide scientific evidence that wipes are safe for sewer and septic
systems. Regardless, what is considered “flushable” and what specific testing should be conducted to determine whether a product
breaks down adequately enough to be flushed or not will likely continue to garner increased interest. A short video produced by
Consumer Reports is helpful in introducing the public to the potential danger of flushable wipes.
The East Goshen Municipal Authority protects its pumps by installing a grinder at the pump inlet. Although we have not
experienced any breakdowns, the presence of these wipe materials has resulted in increased costs related to more frequent wetwell
cleaning.
If you are concerned about whether flushable products are causing and/or have caused a problem to your system, stop flushing the
items in question. Instead, bag them and place them in your garbage for collection. When in doubt, not flushing is a better choice.
East Goshen Municipal Authority
East Goshen Township Water Quality Hotlines
Emergency
Who
Phone Number
When
Spills or other emergencies
PA DEP
484-250-5900
Anytime
Clogged or leaking sanitary sewer line
East Goshen Twp
610-692-7171
8 am to 5 pm
East Goshen Twp
911
After hours
Broken water line
AQUA PA
610-525-1402
Anytime
Fish kill
PA Fish Commission
1-855- FISHKILL
Anytime
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EXCITING TIMES AT THE GOSHEN FIRE COMPANY
T
he last few months have been eventful as the Goshen Fire Company
continues to enhance its readiness to deliver high-quality
emergency services to the residents of East Goshen Township. In
accordance with our strategic plan, we have continued to ensure that
your fire department has the necessary resources and preparedness to
deliver fire, rescue, and emergency medical services effectively,
efficiently, and safely.
Our recruitment efforts continue to add to our ranks in our three
operating divisions: fire, emergency medical services, and fire police.
Interested individuals are given a realistic preview of what membership
GFC Arial Apparatus
involves and should they accept this challenge and commit to serving
their community in this important way, they are provided the necessary training and equipment to respond to emergency incidents. We
are always looking for new members, and encourage residents to consider serving in one of our three operating divisions. There are
also other ways that you can lend your talents and energy to serve your community with us.
We are also pleased to report that by the time you read this article, our two new aerial apparatus should be in service. The new Tower
54, a 100-foot aerial tower designed to support both firefighting and rescue operations, was placed in service early this summer. The
replacement for Ladder 56 is once again a “quint” that incorporates the normal capabilities of both an engine and a ladder truck,
resulting in extensive flexibility in conducting both firefighting and rescue operations. Together, these two new apparatus provide the
combined capabilities to serve our community well. We invite you to stop by either of our two fire stations if you would like to see
the apparatus and equipment that we use in protecting you.
We have also ordered two new ambulances to ensure that our four ambulance fleet continues to be capable of responding to medical
emergencies in a manner that supports our commitment to excellent service in this crucial area of community life safety. Over the
coming months we will also complete a program of replacing all ambulance stretchers with technology-enabled power lifts.
We trust that you were able to attend this year’s Goshen Country Fair. We thank you for your support and making this a successful
year. We appreciate all that township residents and our elected officials do to support the financial needs of the Goshen Fire Company
and count on your continuing support. If you were at this year’s fair, you likely noticed that we have constructed a new pole barn to
support the operations of our fair, as well as other fire company operations and activities throughout the year.
We are pleased to report that once again we were successful in applying for and securing state grants for both our fire and emergency
medical services divisions. The funds from these grants were used to purchase new emergency medical services equipment and new
air bags for our rescue truck.
As always, we stand prepared to serve those who live in, work in, and travel to and through East Goshen Township. We encourage
you to follow what we are up to on our newly designed website and to visit our Park Avenue station for our annual Fire Prevention
Open House on Friday, October 9, 2015.
State Roads: Boot Road, Greenhill Road, N.
Chester Road, Strasburg Road and West Chester Pike.
Any residents living on a state road that needs road repair,
trees down, or pot holes may call Penn Dot: 484-340-3200
SPCA Needs Your Help!
The SPCA cannot thank you enough for your past support!
• Leashes
• Rawhide Chews
• Dog Biscuits& Cat Treats
• Peanut Butter
Call Before You Dig: If you have to excavate
• Washable Dog & Cat Toys
• Towels & Blankets
your property please remember to call before you dig.
1-800-242-1776 or 811 PA One Call
• Dog Beds
• Liquid Laundry Detergent
Clogged or leaking sanitary sewer
lines; sewage smell in the creek:
Call East Goshen Township 610-692-7171 after 5:00pm or
before 7:00am call 911.
Broken Water Main:
Call Aqua Pennsylvania: 610-525-1402 24 hours
• Bleach & cleaning supplies
U.S. Flag Disposal: Any
U.S. Flag that is torn or
faded and needs to be disposed of
properly can be dropped off at the
Township for a proper retirement. A
local VFW will conduct a proper flag
retirement ceremony to dispose of it.
If you have any questions, please visit our website, www.eastgoshen.org
Celebration of Life
Benson W. Rohrbeck
1933 - 2015
I
n 1964 Ben Rohrbeck and his young family
came to live here in East Goshen. Right from
the start he became an active member of our
community and involved himself and his family
in a variety of activities. Always a person who could be counted on to help, Ben was an
active member of the Boy Scouts, and served as a leader for a number of years. He was
also a long-term member of the Advent Lutheran Church where he served as Treasurer.
He had a passion for train and trolley transportation, and was the author of multiple books
on the topic. He built and maintained a model train exhibit in his home.
Ben grew up in the Gettysburg area and had a tremendous love of history. As his family
grew and moved on Ben became involved with the Township’s Historic Commission. He
enjoyed researching the rich history of our area and we benefited from his vast knowledge.
When the Township began the preparation to celebrate its Tri-centennial in 1982, one of
the main projects was the restoration of the Blacksmith Shop. Ben was involved from the
start and became our first modern Blacksmith. For over 30 years Ben represented our
Township at Living History Days, Town Tours and Village Walks, Chester County Day and
numerous visits from school groups. In the summers he could be found almost every weekend in the Blacksmith shop. His
demonstrations and tours were enjoyed by all. He even grew the best beard to better look the part. He loved sharing his
knowledge and children were his favorite audience. He was known all over the area and helped by volunteering at Colonial
Plantation, Brandywine Battle Field, Paoli Battlefield, Historic Sugartown and many others.
Sadly we lost Ben in August but his spirit will remain with us. He often told the story of possible ghosts in the Blacksmith
shop. Now we will know that he is there to oversee us. Thanks Ben!
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Darkness plus deer equals danger!
Latest News from the Park & Recreation Commission
A
s the newest member of the Park Commission, I am pleased to share
the results of our summer events and excitedly look forward to a
jam-packed slate of activities as cooler fall temperatures settle in. We once
again had a tremendous summer
camp season. Attendance jumped
dramatically this summer in our day
camp. Maybe it was the addition of
new exciting field trips or possibly
the growing popularity of the
full-day camp program – whatever it
was, it was great seeing so many
East Goshen families taking part in
the time-honored tradition of REC
Camp. Our amphitheater events
were well attended and we look
East Goshen Pollinator Garden in full
forward to hosting a repeat of the
bloom
Winners of the HS Entrepreneurial Academy
“Ode to Ireland” and Shakespeare in
the Park events in 2016. Lastly, the Farmers Market has become a staple of East Goshen Park – every Thursday, area residents can count on
fresh produce, sausage, baked goods and the best hot BBQ this side of the Mason-Dixon!
The Park Commission has been busy getting the fall activity lineup set, and we look forward to getting out into the park as the colors
change. We’ll host the Pumpkin Festival on Saturday, October 17th in the park. This family-friendly event is complete with free pumpkins,
the “hay pit”, petting zoo and last year’s hit activities—frozen turkey bowling and pumpkin pie eating contests! The new addition this year
is an Adult Flag Football Tournament to benefit the PA Wounded Warriors. This action-packed event will crown one team as champions –
with the ultimate champions being the PA Wounded Warriors. We’re only taking the first four teams this year so email Jason at
JLang@eastgoshen.org to sign up today!
Our Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration is coming up as well on Friday,
December 11 at 6pm. We’ll have carolers, hot cocoa, and of course, a tree
lighting! Once again, we’ll have a “Stuff Jason’s Office” canned food drive
in support of the West Chester Food Cupboard. Last year we donated over
600 pounds of much-needed food to over one thousand families. Please,
donate and help area families this holiday season! And if you still need any
convincing, there is another reason to donate as well – you may get to light
the holiday tree! That’s right, the East Goshen resident who donates the
most canned goods will get to do the honors! In the weeks leading up to the
Holiday Celebration, we’ll also hold a House Decorating Contest! In last
year’s hotly contested battle, 1405 Grand Oak Lane came out on top! Let’s
see if they can make it two in a row!
Lastly, the Park Commission is busy ensuring East Goshen Park provides
the best opportunities for Township residents. This fall, we will be working
on a Master Plan that will guide park improvement decisions moving
Silliness with Spiderman at REC Camp
forward. As residents, it truly is your park, and we ask for your input in
shaping its future. The Master Plan meeting schedule will be posted online and we encourage all to participate in the process and attend the
public meetings.
I hope everyone had a fantastic summer! It surely went by too fast, but East Goshen is a beautiful four-season township. Come on out to
the park, enjoy the Pumpkin Festival, jump in a big pile of leaves, and have fun!
Daria Chapman
Park Commission Member
A
s the autumn days grow shorter and with the turning back of our clocks, commuters
now find themselves once again driving to or from work in darkness. A new cohort
of high school age drivers may be leaving early in the morning and staying until after
dark for sports and activities. This combination of darkness plus deer equals danger for
those driving in the early morning and evening hours.
Deer-car collisions have been thankfully few in East Goshen Township this past year,
but there have been some to remind us that deer also live in our community. During the
white tailed deer’s fall mating season, they tend to move around more often than at other
times of the year, crossing roads on the way. Deer are out there and they are moving
around. Deer do not look both ways before stepping out into traffic, they just go. Drivers
need to be always aware that deer can be on both sides of the roads, so please drive
cautiously. Our deer are well fed and can be quite large. Suburban deer have more food available to them than deer living in remote
areas and with no predators (other than perhaps automobiles) plenty of opportunity to eat and grow.
Autumn’s changing colors of vegetation on the sides of our roads help deer blend in and decrease drivers’ already short reaction times
should a deer spring out in front of their car. Shrubbery is a tempting treat to deer so they will be travelling through wooded areas as
well as neighborhoods. If you see one deer get safely across the road in front of you should heighten your awareness. Deer seldom
travel alone and a second or third may hesitate before following the first across the road. Your approaching car can trigger a panic
reaction and a deer might spring out in front of you.
Parents need to talk to teens and new drivers about the dangers of deer-car collisions. A new driver needs to understand that if the
choice is between hitting the deer and swerving and hitting a tree, then hit the deer.
The best guidance for East Goshen drivers, young and old, to avoid deer-car collisions is as follows:
UNDERSTAND that we have deer in the township; they are out there and they are moving around, often at night.
BE WATCHFUL for deer at the side of the road, your car can frighten them into bolting, and they can bolt right into the road rather
than away from it.
SLOW DOWN through areas of decreased visibility and around open-space
and wooded areas where we know that deer live.
If you hit a deer, stop and pull safely to the side of the road…make sure that you
and your passengers are all right. If the deer is still there, do not approach it. Call
the police to report the accident and that the deer is injured on the side of the road.
Deer and other animal life are a part of suburban living. Responsible and careful
driving will make this relationship less dangerous to both the human and wildlife
residents of East Goshen Township. For more information about East Goshen
Township’s Deer program, visit www.Eastgoshentownship.org.
AGAINST THE WINTER
I’ve spent this chilly afternoon
potting up houseplants for the fall:
pearlite, peat moss, potting soil.
I’d like to pot you up as well,
place you on my windowsill.
where smiles of yours would
make me laugh, would
turn the winter’s bleakness
into gold.
Virginia Strong Newlin
East Goshen Township Poet Laureate
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MALVERN PUBLIC
LIBRARY
Fall 2015
FALL 2015
EAST GOSHEN FARMERS MARKET
• A full schedule of storytimes for preschoolers is underway.
Build your child's early literacy skills with stories and songs.
We have Baby Storytime on Mondays at 11 am; Storytime for 2
year olds on Wednesday at 10 am and Thursday at 9:30 am; and
Storytimes for 3 to 6 year olds on Wednesday and Thursday. You
need to register for these sessions. Call the Library
(610-644-7259) for specific times.
• What a great summer we had at MPL!!! Every Hero Has a Story
had 445 explorers/readers checking out books and hiking
through the 13 Go WilMa sites. Each Explorer that visited all 13
sites logged over 12 miles to find the rubbing stations and earn
their tickets. Science in the Summer had 64 students learning
about simple machines. Thanks to all our enthusiastic
participants.
• Our Adult Book Club meets the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 10
am. We will be discussing Ordinary Grace on Oct. 13th. Stop
in and join the discussion. We’ll be handing out our 2015/16
calendar of book selections at that meeting.
• We still have a supply of Malvern Public Library tote bags that
can be yours for a donation of $10. These are a great way to be
“green” and support your Library.
Odds & Ends from Rick Smith, Township Manager
What is a “drone” anyway?
T
he FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 (Act) is the federal law that
regulates what most people commonly refer to as “drones”. However, you
will not find the word “drone” in this Act. The Act does regulate “Model Aircraft”
which are defined as “unmanned aircraft” that are: 1) capable of sustained flight
in the atmosphere, 2) flown within visual line of sight of the person operating the
aircraft: and 3) flown for hobby or recreational purposes. The Act defines an
“unmanned aircraft” as “an aircraft that is operated without the possibility of direct human
intervention from within or on the aircraft”.
Ok, so now that I know that my drone is actually a Model Aircraft that I operate by remote control,
what can I do with it?
The Act has very explicit rules about operating a “Model Aircraft”. Specifically: 1) it must be flown for hobby or recreational
use, 2) it must be operated in accordance with a community-based set of safety guidelines, 3) it cannot weigh more than 55 pounds, 4)
it cannot interfere with, and must give way to, any manned aircraft, and 5) if flown within five miles of an airport the airport operator
must be notified.
Number 5 has special significance to East Goshen Township residents since the entire Township is located within five miles of the
Brandywine Airport. The phone number for the Airport is 610-692-6100.
On a local level, East Goshen has adopted an ordinance regulating “Model Aircraft”. You can fly the Model Aircraft over your
property, provided you operate it in accordance with the requirements set forth in the Act. It must be at a minimum elevation of 200
feet if you fly it over your neighbor’s property and you cannot fly it over Township property or over a public street.
East Goshen’s ordinance, which includes the applicable section of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012, is posted under
the Township Code tab on the Township web site at www.eastgoshen.org.
We are all set again for another fantastic fall in the park offering the
finest and freshest food around! The East Goshen Farmers Market takes place
on Thursdays, 3pm-7pm. Visit many of your favorite vendors from past
summers and meet some of our new vendors!
All-Comers Antique and Classic Car Cruise Night – October 15th, 5pm-7pm
Date: Thursdays, through October 15th, 3pm-7pm
Location: East Goshen Township Park, near the Amphitheater
FALL ROBOTIC LEGO MINI-CAMPS
Date: November 23, 12pm-3pm
Location: East Goshen Township Building
Ages: 6-12
Description: When schools are out – Robotic Lego’s
Mini-Camps will be open! These one or two day mini-camps will
keep your kids excited and engaged and are for the Beginner or
Intermediate level camper! No need for prior Robotic Lego’s
experience – this can be a great introductory program!
Fee: $35
Max Enrollment: 10
FALL ANIMATION DESIGN MINI-CAMP
Date: November 24, 12pm – 3pm
Ages: 9-13
Description: Come out for a
crash course in fun, easy to
understand animation design!
Learn how to create stories and
simple video games using the
Scratch platform! No experience
needed!
Fee: $35 • Max Enrollment: 10
For the following Fitness Classes – you can join after a session has started at a prorated fee!
ZUMBA TONING
PILATES
Dates: Session 1: Sept. 15, 22, 29, Oct. 6, 13, 20
(6 classes $65)
Session 2: Nov. 10, 17, 24, Dec. 1, 8, 15 (6 classes $65)
Time: Tuesdays, 6:30- 7:45pm
Location: East Goshen Elementary Gym
Or sign up for both sessions and save $10!!! $120 for both
sessions.
Date: October 21st - December 16th, 2015
Time: 10:30am-11:30am
Description: Pilates is a fantastic fitness class geared for those
wanting to strengthen core muscles groups, improve posture,
flexibility and balance. Instructor Ruby Telehorster has over 500
training hours and is adept at coaching novices all the way through
“seasoned pros”! Please bring a mat to class. NEW!!! Want to
try the class before locking in for the full session – drop in for $13
(must pay by check and fill out Registration form)!
Fee: $95
ZUMBA GOLD TONING
Dates: Fall 1 session: Sept. 16, 23, 30, Oct. 7, 14, 21
Fall 2 session: Nov. 4, 11, 18, 25, Dec. 2, 9
Time: Wednesdays, 5:30-6:45pm
Fee: (6-week session) $65 or $12 single class or
sign up for both sessions $120 (save $10!!)
Description: No experience necessary for Zumba
– just an interest in getting up and getting moving!
These classes are fun, energetic and never the same week to week!
Inspired by latin dance moves, you will get fit and have fun in a
stress-free environment. Pam Nelson leads Zumba Nation and is
the inspiring teacher of this captivating class.
YOGA
Date: September 8th - December 21st, 2015
Time: September 8th - December 21st, 2015
Description: Yoga is taught by the incomparable Charo. Let her
guide you on a journey towards peace and serenity as you learn to
breathe deeply and relax fully. She has been teaching for over 18
years and enlivens any room with her welcoming and engaging
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smile. Please bring a yoga mat, small pillow and wear
comfortable clothes. Don’t worry if it’s October! Sign up now
at the pro-rated fee!
• MONDAY, Sept 14 - Dec 21
Gentle Yoga 9 am - 10:15 am
Meditation 10:30 am - 11:30 am
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• TUESDAY, Sept 8 - Dec 15
All Levels 5:30 - 6:45pm • Gentle Yoga 7:00 - 8:15pm
• THURSDAY, Sept 10 - Dec 17
Seniors Yoga 4 - 5pm • All Levels 5:30 - 6:45pm
Fee: $120 - 14 week series (75 min)
$90 - Seniors Yoga Class (60 min)
PRESCHOOL STORY TIME IN THE PARK SERIES
Dates: Tuesdays from 10am – 10:30am, October 6th – October 27th
Location: East Goshen Park
Description: Come on out to this great annual event as we kick off the fall season! Who can forget the frozen turkey bowling or
pumpkin pie eating contest from last year! All kids will receive a free pumpkin and can enter the pumpkin carving and drawing
contests! End the day with a leisurely romp in the hay and tractor ride!
Fee: Free
PUMPKIN FEST
Date: Saturday, October 17th, 10am
Description: Come on out to this great annual event as we
kick off the fall season!
Who can forget the frozen
turkey
bowling
or
pumpkin pie eating contest
from last year! All kids
will receive a free
pumpkin and can enter the
pumpkin carving and
drawing contests! End the
day with a leisurely romp in the hay and tractor ride!
Fee: Free
PUMPKIN FEST
ADULT 8 V 8 FLAG FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT
TO BENEFIT PA WOUNDED WARRIORS
Date: Saturday, October 17th, 8am-12pm
Description: Strap on your cleats, grab a football and join our
first ever flag football tournament! The team fee includes three
guaranteed games, free pumpkins and a great cause! Proceeds
from the event go to the PA Wounded Warriors 501c3, who serve
military veteran’s across Pennsylvania! For complete details
including the team roster form and rules, contact Jason
Lang at jlang@eastgoshen.org
Maximum Roster: 12
Fee: $125
NEIGHBOR TO NEIGHBOR DAY
Date: Saturday, November 14th
Location: East Goshen Township Building at 8am, then
throughout EGT
Description: Join in a great day as we celebrate community
and helping one another! Whether you are in need of some yard
work help or are interested in submitting a team of neighborly
volunteers – contact Jason at 610-692-7171 for more
information about this annual event!
Fee: Free
Trash/Recycling
E-Waste Recycling Day!
Don’t Dump what you can Recycle!
P
lease come out to the Township’s E-Waste Recycling Day on Saturday November 21 from 9am to 1pm at East Goshen
Township Park. Our last event in July of 2015 was a huge success! The event did not cost the Township anything; due to
prices being charged for larger objects ($20.00 per TV or computer monitors and $50.00 for every projection TV) enough funds
were made to pay the entire invoice for the event! Prices for this event will be identical to the July 2015 event. (Prices listed
above).
Total weight of recycled materials that was collected from the July 2015 event was 33,896 lbs!
And consisted of the following items:
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2016 COLORADO ROCKIES TRIP –
INFORMATION MEETING
Date: Friday, December 11th, 2015
Time: 6pm-7pm
Location: East Goshen Township Building, 2nd Floor
Description: Looking for a great trip this fall – head out west
to the Colorado Rockies next September! East Goshen has
partnered with Collette Travel to provide this fantastic trip!
Learn more about the unique destinations and amazing hotel
accommodations! Visit gocollette.com SEARCH: Colorado
Rockies for general trip information
Trip Dates: September 24 - October 02, 2016
EAST GOSHEN TREE LIGHTING CELEBRATION
Date: Friday, December 11th
Time: Event starts at 6:00pm,
official lighting at 7:00pm
Location: Amphitheater
Description: Last year was such
a success – we thought we’d do it
again! The event will be complete
with caroling, hot cocoa and a special guest
appearance by St. Nick himself! We’ll announce
the winner of the EGT House Decorating Contest
as well. The event will end at 7pm with the official
lighting led by the EGT family that donates the
most canned goods during the “Stuff Jason’s Office” contest!
Fee: Free
NYC DECEMBER TRIP
Date: Saturday, December 12th
Time: 7am-5:30pm (Return by 8pm)
Description: Enjoy the “big apple” dressed up in holiday
splendor and relax knowing all the trip details are taken care of!
Simply show up at the Township Building, check in, and board
the bus! Listed times are for departure from the township
building and NYC. Drop off and pick up location is Bryant Park,
adjacent to the NY Public Library.
Fee: $40
Air Conditioners & Dehumidifiers
3,081 lbs
Microwaves
916 lbs
TV’s
10,429 lbs
Printers
2,505 lbs
Electric Household waste items
2,777 lbs
Printer/scanners/mixed electric
9,541 lbs
PC Tower/Desktop
3,972 lbs
Wire
675 lbs
Total Weight Collected = 33, 896 lbs
Lets see if WE can top the last collection!!!
This event is open to all Township Residents and small businesses with fewer than 50 employees. Electronics will be recycled
by EForce Compliance, Philadelphia’s first Certified Responsible Recycler. We will gladly accept ALL electronic devices with
a plug, however we cannot take ANY SMOKE DETECTORS OR LARGE APPLIANCES.
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ALL DATA MEDIA WILL BE DESTROYED AND WIPED!
Some Examples of Accepted Items Include:
Laptops/Cell phones
• Air Conditioners/Dehumidifiers
Peripherals
• Computers
Typewriters
• Mice/Keyboards/Printers
Telephones
• Cameras/Calculators
Microwaves
• Fax Machines
**E-Waste contains concentrations of metals (lead and copper) high enough to make them hazardous wastes when they are
discarded. Unless you are sure they are not hazardous, you should presume these types of devices need to be recycled or
disposed of as hazardous waste and that they should not be thrown in the trash.
Article Submitted by EGT Conservancy Board
2015 BULK PICK-UP DATES:
HOLIDAYS FOR REFUSE:
Thanksgiving:
Thursday November 26th
October 15th and 16th
November 12th and 13th
Christmas: Friday December 25th
December 17th and 18th
2015 YARD
WASTE PICK UP:
• September 30th
• November 4th, 11th, 18th & 25th
• October 14th & 21st
• December 2nd, 16th & 30th
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! Required Recreation Registration Form
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(Please Submit With Payment)
This form must be filled out completely and your check must accompany to complete registration.
(This form is not for Youth Recreation Camp and Applebrook Golf –
please visit the East Goshen Recreation webpage or office for those forms)
Please fill in each Activity Name below along with activity fee, dates and times.
NAME & EMAIL ADDRESS
RESIDENT?
ACTIVITY & DETAILS
COST
CELL PHONE
ADDRESS including ZIP
I the undersigned, intending to be legally bound for myself, my heirs, executors, administrators, and assigns, hereby waive and release any
and all rights and claims for damages I may now or hereafter have against East Goshen Township, and their respective employees for any
and all damages or injuries which may be sustained by me or my family arising out of my participation in the above activity.
PHOTOGRAPHIC RELEASE. By signing below, I give consent that videotapes, photographs, recordings, motion picture film and/or
electronic images of me and other participants may be used by the Township, and its successors and assigns in any and all publications and
other media in order to increase community awareness of East Goshen Township programs. I give my consent that such photographs,
recordings, motion picture film and/or electronic images and the plates, tapes, and/or software from which they are made shall be the
property of the township and the Township has the right to sell, duplicate, reproduce and make such other uses of such photographs,
recordings, motion picture film and/or electronic images of me as it desires free and clear of any claim on my part.
Signature of Participant (or Parent/Guardian) ________________________________________
I choose to opt out of the PHOTOGRAPHIC RELEASE (please initial) _____
Date Submitted: __________
Amount Paid: ________
For Yoga and/or Meditation class please make check out to Charo Cabello and send to:
2505 Winterbridge Lane, West Chester, PA 19382
!
Checks must be made out to East Goshen Township for the above programs except for Yoga & Meditation. The township
building address is: 1580 Paoli Pike, West Chester, PA 19380. If paying online, please complete the above form, select
“Submit Form” (Located On Upper Right Of Your Screen) and then complete payment by clicking here.
Check must accompany this form - Unless you are paying online - Thanks
Questions? Please call 610.692.7171 and or email Jason Lang at jlang@eastgoshen.org
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Commercial Vehicle Traffic Enforcement
T
he Traffic Safety Unit of the Westtown-East Goshen Regional Police
Department is comprised of Patrol Officers with advanced training and
experience who are assigned to handle analysis and resolution of traffic
complaints from the public; reconstruction for fatal and serious crashes that
could potentially involve prosecution; and commercial vehicle enforcement.
This article is intended to highlight the commercial vehicle enforcement duties
of the Traffic Safety Unit and answer some of the more frequently asked
questions about enforcement.
WHY PERFORM COMMERCIAL VEHICLE ENFORCEMENT?
• According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), approximately 25% of all commercial vehicles
inspected in the U.S. are placed out-of-service due to either a vehicle or operator safety violations. Unfortunately, our
department has found that our percentages are much higher. For example, in 2014 our officers placed approximately 40-45%
of all inspected commercial vehicles and drivers out-of-service due to unsafe conditions.
• According the U.S. Department of Transportation, there were 30,800 fatal crashes in the United States in 2012; 12% involved
at least one large truck or bus. Additionally, there were approximately 5.5 million nonfatal crashes in 2012; 6.6% involved at
least one large truck or bus.
• The amount of kinetic energy involved in a commercial vehicle crash is considerably higher than that of a passenger vehicle
crash. As a result, the amount of injuries and deaths are higher when a commercial vehicle is involved in a crash. In order to
keep our citizens safe, we place a heavy emphasis on commercial vehicle enforcement.
HOW MUCH COMMERCIAL VEHICLE ENFORCEMENT DOES THE DEPARTMENT PERFORM?
• Commercial vehicle enforcement requires advanced training and certifications, which are difficult to acquire and therefore,
only two members of the department currently have Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program certification.
• In 2014, the police department conducted a total of 3,450 hours on traffic enforcement. Of that total, 805 hours involved
commercial vehicles (23.3%).
• During the first five months of 2015, the Traffic Safety Unit completed 94 commercial vehicle inspections and issued 277
citations for violations.
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Boulevard. This violation is extremely concerning to the citizens (many of whom are parents) because an elementary and a
middle school are located at this intersection. By ensuring a highly visible police presence at that location, we have
dramatically reduced red light violations.
WHAT IS THE FUTURE FOR COMMERCIAL VEHICLE ENFORCEMENT?
• In April of 2015, the Chester County Commercial Vehicle Task Force was formed.
• The purpose of the Task Force is to conduct commercial vehicle details throughout the County by uniting resources among all
of the law enforcement agencies in Chester County and promoting coordination of commercial vehicle enforcement
throughout the County.
• By uniting resources, the Task Force encourages every law enforcement agency in Chester County to conduct commercial
vehicle enforcement in its area, regardless of its budget, its staffing, and the level of commercial vehicle training among its
officers.
• By coordinating enforcement details, it creates the opportunity to provide and/or receive training and mentorship among
agencies, thereby enhancing the performance of all departments and officers.
• The Task Force also creates the opportunity within Chester County to efficiently and effectively utilize State and Federal
agencies with a vested interest in commercial vehicle enforcement such as the Department of Revenue, Department of
Agriculture, Department of Weights & Measures, the Department of Homeland Security, and the U.S. Department of
Transportation.
• The Westtown-East Goshen Regional Department hosted the Task Force’s
first coordinated detail on April 23, 2015, in Westtown Township. Officers
from West Whiteland Police Department, the Easttown Township Police
Department, and the Pennsylvania State Police participated in the detail.
During the 5 hours of the detail, the following results were achieved:
– 64 vehicles were screened
– 10 Level 1 inspections were performed
– 49 total violations were found
– 5 vehicles placed out of service (50% of the vehicles inspected)
– 1 citation was issued to an overweight vehicle
– 2 citations were issued for permit violations
– 14 citations were issued for vehicle equipment violations
HOW DOES THE POLICE DEPARTMENT DETERMINE WHERE IT WILL CONDUCT COMMERCIAL VEHICLE
ENFORCEMENT?
®
• The sites for our enforcement details are chosen based upon the volume of commercial vehicle traffic and the incidence of
crashes.
• For example, Route 202 is frequently selected because it has an extremely high volume of commercial vehicle traffic.
Approximately 50,000 – 60,000 vehicles travel on Route 202 in our jurisdiction on a daily basis; approximately 15-20% of
those vehicles are commercial vehicles.
• The portion of Route 202 in our area also has a relatively high rate of serious commercial vehicle crashes. On April 9, 2015,
a three axle truck loaded with sod rear-ended a vehicle that had stopped at a red light at the intersection of Route 202 and
Green Tree Drive/Bridlewood Boulevard, pushing it through the intersection and into oncoming traffic. At the time of the
crash, only 1 out of the 6 brake systems on the truck were operational. The driver of the truck, which was registered in New
Jersey, indicated that he was aware that the vehicle was having brake problems but he chose to continue driving it. The
female operator of the car that was struck suffered a concussion, a fracture of her orbital socket, and a severe facial laceration.
This same intersection was the site of two fatal crashes involving commercial vehicles within the last 8 years. The last crash,
which occurred in 2009, occurred when a 14,500 pound box truck failed to stop at the red light and struck a stopped car. The
car was pushed into another stopped car, causing it to catch fire – killing the driver inside.
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• And lastly, the sites for commercial vehicle enforcement are selected in conjunction with overall traffic complaints. For
example, our police department frequently receives complaints that motorists fail to stop at the red light at Route 202 & Skiles
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• The sites for our commercial vehicle enforcement are also selected to meet the safety guidelines established by federal and
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police activity. For example, the intersection of Route 202 and Skiles Boulevard has wide shoulders along the roadway and
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Commercial Vehicle Traffic Enforcement
T
he Traffic Safety Unit of the Westtown-East Goshen Regional Police
Department is comprised of Patrol Officers with advanced training and
experience who are assigned to handle analysis and resolution of traffic
complaints from the public; reconstruction for fatal and serious crashes that
could potentially involve prosecution; and commercial vehicle enforcement.
This article is intended to highlight the commercial vehicle enforcement duties
of the Traffic Safety Unit and answer some of the more frequently asked
questions about enforcement.
WHY PERFORM COMMERCIAL VEHICLE ENFORCEMENT?
• According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), approximately 25% of all commercial vehicles
inspected in the U.S. are placed out-of-service due to either a vehicle or operator safety violations. Unfortunately, our
department has found that our percentages are much higher. For example, in 2014 our officers placed approximately 40-45%
of all inspected commercial vehicles and drivers out-of-service due to unsafe conditions.
• According the U.S. Department of Transportation, there were 30,800 fatal crashes in the United States in 2012; 12% involved
at least one large truck or bus. Additionally, there were approximately 5.5 million nonfatal crashes in 2012; 6.6% involved at
least one large truck or bus.
• The amount of kinetic energy involved in a commercial vehicle crash is considerably higher than that of a passenger vehicle
crash. As a result, the amount of injuries and deaths are higher when a commercial vehicle is involved in a crash. In order to
keep our citizens safe, we place a heavy emphasis on commercial vehicle enforcement.
HOW MUCH COMMERCIAL VEHICLE ENFORCEMENT DOES THE DEPARTMENT PERFORM?
• Commercial vehicle enforcement requires advanced training and certifications, which are difficult to acquire and therefore,
only two members of the department currently have Motor Carrier Safety Assistance Program certification.
• In 2014, the police department conducted a total of 3,450 hours on traffic enforcement. Of that total, 805 hours involved
commercial vehicles (23.3%).
• During the first five months of 2015, the Traffic Safety Unit completed 94 commercial vehicle inspections and issued 277
citations for violations.
10
Boulevard. This violation is extremely concerning to the citizens (many of whom are parents) because an elementary and a
middle school are located at this intersection. By ensuring a highly visible police presence at that location, we have
dramatically reduced red light violations.
WHAT IS THE FUTURE FOR COMMERCIAL VEHICLE ENFORCEMENT?
• In April of 2015, the Chester County Commercial Vehicle Task Force was formed.
• The purpose of the Task Force is to conduct commercial vehicle details throughout the County by uniting resources among all
of the law enforcement agencies in Chester County and promoting coordination of commercial vehicle enforcement
throughout the County.
• By uniting resources, the Task Force encourages every law enforcement agency in Chester County to conduct commercial
vehicle enforcement in its area, regardless of its budget, its staffing, and the level of commercial vehicle training among its
officers.
• By coordinating enforcement details, it creates the opportunity to provide and/or receive training and mentorship among
agencies, thereby enhancing the performance of all departments and officers.
• The Task Force also creates the opportunity within Chester County to efficiently and effectively utilize State and Federal
agencies with a vested interest in commercial vehicle enforcement such as the Department of Revenue, Department of
Agriculture, Department of Weights & Measures, the Department of Homeland Security, and the U.S. Department of
Transportation.
• The Westtown-East Goshen Regional Department hosted the Task Force’s
first coordinated detail on April 23, 2015, in Westtown Township. Officers
from West Whiteland Police Department, the Easttown Township Police
Department, and the Pennsylvania State Police participated in the detail.
During the 5 hours of the detail, the following results were achieved:
– 64 vehicles were screened
– 10 Level 1 inspections were performed
– 49 total violations were found
– 5 vehicles placed out of service (50% of the vehicles inspected)
– 1 citation was issued to an overweight vehicle
– 2 citations were issued for permit violations
– 14 citations were issued for vehicle equipment violations
HOW DOES THE POLICE DEPARTMENT DETERMINE WHERE IT WILL CONDUCT COMMERCIAL VEHICLE
ENFORCEMENT?
®
• The sites for our enforcement details are chosen based upon the volume of commercial vehicle traffic and the incidence of
crashes.
• For example, Route 202 is frequently selected because it has an extremely high volume of commercial vehicle traffic.
Approximately 50,000 – 60,000 vehicles travel on Route 202 in our jurisdiction on a daily basis; approximately 15-20% of
those vehicles are commercial vehicles.
• The portion of Route 202 in our area also has a relatively high rate of serious commercial vehicle crashes. On April 9, 2015,
a three axle truck loaded with sod rear-ended a vehicle that had stopped at a red light at the intersection of Route 202 and
Green Tree Drive/Bridlewood Boulevard, pushing it through the intersection and into oncoming traffic. At the time of the
crash, only 1 out of the 6 brake systems on the truck were operational. The driver of the truck, which was registered in New
Jersey, indicated that he was aware that the vehicle was having brake problems but he chose to continue driving it. The
female operator of the car that was struck suffered a concussion, a fracture of her orbital socket, and a severe facial laceration.
This same intersection was the site of two fatal crashes involving commercial vehicles within the last 8 years. The last crash,
which occurred in 2009, occurred when a 14,500 pound box truck failed to stop at the red light and struck a stopped car. The
car was pushed into another stopped car, causing it to catch fire – killing the driver inside.
PREFERRED REALTORS
1595 Paoli Pike Suite 101 • West Chester, PA 19380
• And lastly, the sites for commercial vehicle enforcement are selected in conjunction with overall traffic complaints. For
example, our police department frequently receives complaints that motorists fail to stop at the red light at Route 202 & Skiles
Resident of Marydell Farms
( John Jam)
Jamgochian
Associate Broker
www.facebook.com/JohnJam.realestate
610-692-0100
Route 352 & Paoli Pike
East Goshen
Eat-In • Take-Out • Delivery
Full Time, Full Service Realtor with 24 Years
Experience In Residential Sales, Servicing
Both The Chester And Delaware County
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Sun. 8 am-9 pm
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• The sites for our commercial vehicle enforcement are also selected to meet the safety guidelines established by federal and
state protocol – giving officers enough space to conduct the enforcement safely and motorists enough advance visual notice of
police activity. For example, the intersection of Route 202 and Skiles Boulevard has wide shoulders along the roadway and
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! Required Recreation Registration Form
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(Please Submit With Payment)
This form must be filled out completely and your check must accompany to complete registration.
(This form is not for Youth Recreation Camp and Applebrook Golf –
please visit the East Goshen Recreation webpage or office for those forms)
Please fill in each Activity Name below along with activity fee, dates and times.
NAME & EMAIL ADDRESS
RESIDENT?
ACTIVITY & DETAILS
COST
CELL PHONE
ADDRESS including ZIP
I the undersigned, intending to be legally bound for myself, my heirs, executors, administrators, and assigns, hereby waive and release any
and all rights and claims for damages I may now or hereafter have against East Goshen Township, and their respective employees for any
and all damages or injuries which may be sustained by me or my family arising out of my participation in the above activity.
PHOTOGRAPHIC RELEASE. By signing below, I give consent that videotapes, photographs, recordings, motion picture film and/or
electronic images of me and other participants may be used by the Township, and its successors and assigns in any and all publications and
other media in order to increase community awareness of East Goshen Township programs. I give my consent that such photographs,
recordings, motion picture film and/or electronic images and the plates, tapes, and/or software from which they are made shall be the
property of the township and the Township has the right to sell, duplicate, reproduce and make such other uses of such photographs,
recordings, motion picture film and/or electronic images of me as it desires free and clear of any claim on my part.
Signature of Participant (or Parent/Guardian) ________________________________________
I choose to opt out of the PHOTOGRAPHIC RELEASE (please initial) _____
Date Submitted: __________
Amount Paid: ________
For Yoga and/or Meditation class please make check out to Charo Cabello and send to:
2505 Winterbridge Lane, West Chester, PA 19382
!
Checks must be made out to East Goshen Township for the above programs except for Yoga & Meditation. The township
building address is: 1580 Paoli Pike, West Chester, PA 19380. If paying online, please complete the above form, select
“Submit Form” (Located On Upper Right Of Your Screen) and then complete payment by clicking here.
Check must accompany this form - Unless you are paying online - Thanks
Questions? Please call 610.692.7171 and or email Jason Lang at jlang@eastgoshen.org
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smile. Please bring a yoga mat, small pillow and wear
comfortable clothes. Don’t worry if it’s October! Sign up now
at the pro-rated fee!
• MONDAY, Sept 14 - Dec 21
Gentle Yoga 9 am - 10:15 am
Meditation 10:30 am - 11:30 am
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• TUESDAY, Sept 8 - Dec 15
All Levels 5:30 - 6:45pm • Gentle Yoga 7:00 - 8:15pm
• THURSDAY, Sept 10 - Dec 17
Seniors Yoga 4 - 5pm • All Levels 5:30 - 6:45pm
Fee: $120 - 14 week series (75 min)
$90 - Seniors Yoga Class (60 min)
PRESCHOOL STORY TIME IN THE PARK SERIES
Dates: Tuesdays from 10am – 10:30am, October 6th – October 27th
Description: Come on out to this great annual event as we kick off the fall season! Who can forget the frozen turkey bowling or
pumpkin pie eating contest from last year! All kids will receive a free pumpkin and can enter the pumpkin carving and drawing
contests! End the day with a leisurely romp in the hay and tractor ride!
Fee: Free
PUMPKIN FEST
Date: Saturday, October 17th, 10am
Description: Come on out to this great annual event as we
kick off the fall season!
Who can forget the frozen
turkey
bowling
or
pumpkin pie eating contest
from last year! All kids
will receive a free
pumpkin and can enter the
pumpkin carving and
drawing contests! End the
day with a leisurely romp in the hay and tractor ride!
Fee: Free
PUMPKIN FEST
ADULT 8 V 8 FLAG FOOTBALL TOURNAMENT
TO BENEFIT PA WOUNDED WARRIORS
Date: Saturday, October 17th, 8am-12pm
Description: Strap on your cleats, grab a football and join our
first ever flag football tournament! The team fee includes three
guaranteed games, free pumpkins and a great cause! Proceeds
from the event go to the PA Wounded Warriors 501c3, who serve
military veteran’s across Pennsylvania! For complete details
including the team roster form and rules, contact Jason
Lang at jlang@eastgoshen.org
Maximum Roster: 12
Fee: $125
NEIGHBOR TO NEIGHBOR DAY
Date: Saturday, November 14th
Location: East Goshen Township Building at 8am, then
throughout EGT
Description: Join in a great day as we celebrate community
and helping one another! Whether you are in need of some yard
work help or are interested in submitting a team of neighborly
volunteers – contact Jason at 610-692-7171 for more
information about this annual event!
Fee: Free
Trash/Recycling
E-Waste Recycling Day!
Don’t Dump what you can Recycle!
P
lease come out to the Township’s E-Waste Recycling Day on Saturday November 21 from 9am to 1pm at East Goshen
Township Park. Our last event in July of 2015 was a huge success! The event did not cost the Township anything; due to
prices being charged for larger objects ($20.00 per TV or computer monitors and $50.00 for every projection TV) enough funds
were made to pay the entire invoice for the event! Prices for this event will be identical to the July 2015 event. (Prices listed
above).
Total weight of recycled materials that was collected from the July 2015 event was 33,896 lbs!
And consisted of the following items:
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2016 COLORADO ROCKIES TRIP –
INFORMATION MEETING
Date: Friday, December 11th, 2015
Time: 6pm-7pm
Location: East Goshen Township Building, 2nd Floor
Description: Looking for a great trip this fall – head out west
to the Colorado Rockies next September! East Goshen has
partnered with Collette Travel to provide this fantastic trip!
Learn more about the unique destinations and amazing hotel
accommodations! Visit gocollette.com SEARCH: Colorado
Rockies for general trip information
Trip Dates: September 24 - October 02, 2016
EAST GOSHEN TREE LIGHTING CELEBRATION
Date: Friday, December 11th
Time: Event starts at 6:00pm,
official lighting at 7:00pm
Location: Amphitheater
Description: Last year was such
a success – we thought we’d do it
again! The event will be complete
with caroling, hot cocoa and a special guest
appearance by St. Nick himself! We’ll announce
the winner of the EGT House Decorating Contest
as well. The event will end at 7pm with the official
lighting led by the EGT family that donates the
most canned goods during the “Stuff Jason’s Office” contest!
Fee: Free
NYC DECEMBER TRIP
Date: Saturday, December 12th
Time: 7am-5:30pm (Return by 8pm)
Description: Enjoy the “big apple” dressed up in holiday
splendor and relax knowing all the trip details are taken care of!
Simply show up at the Township Building, check in, and board
the bus! Listed times are for departure from the township
building and NYC. Drop off and pick up location is Bryant Park,
adjacent to the NY Public Library.
Fee: $40
Air Conditioners & Dehumidifiers
3,081 lbs
Microwaves
916 lbs
TV’s
10,429 lbs
Printers
2,505 lbs
Electric Household waste items
2,777 lbs
Printer/scanners/mixed electric
9,541 lbs
PC Tower/Desktop
3,972 lbs
Wire
675 lbs
Total Weight Collected = 33, 896 lbs
Lets see if WE can top the last collection!!!
This event is open to all Township Residents and small businesses with fewer than 50 employees. Electronics will be recycled
by EForce Compliance, Philadelphia’s first Certified Responsible Recycler. We will gladly accept ALL electronic devices with
a plug, however we cannot take ANY SMOKE DETECTORS OR LARGE APPLIANCES.
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ALL DATA MEDIA WILL BE DESTROYED AND WIPED!
Some Examples of Accepted Items Include:
Laptops/Cell phones
• Air Conditioners/Dehumidifiers
Peripherals
• Computers
Typewriters
• Mice/Keyboards/Printers
Telephones
• Cameras/Calculators
Microwaves
• Fax Machines
**E-Waste contains concentrations of metals (lead and copper) high enough to make them hazardous wastes when they are
discarded. Unless you are sure they are not hazardous, you should presume these types of devices need to be recycled or
disposed of as hazardous waste and that they should not be thrown in the trash.
Article Submitted by EGT Conservancy Board
2015 BULK PICK-UP DATES:
HOLIDAYS FOR REFUSE:
Thanksgiving:
Thursday November 26th
October 15th and 16th
November 12th and 13th
Christmas: Friday December 25th
December 17th and 18th
2015 YARD
WASTE PICK UP:
• September 30th
• November 4th, 11th, 18th & 25th
• October 14th & 21st
• December 2nd, 16th & 30th
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MALVERN PUBLIC
LIBRARY
Fall 2015
FALL 2015
EAST GOSHEN FARMERS MARKET
• A full schedule of storytimes for preschoolers is underway.
Build your child's early literacy skills with stories and songs.
We have Baby Storytime on Mondays at 11 am; Storytime for 2
year olds on Wednesday at 10 am and Thursday at 9:30 am; and
Storytimes for 3 to 6 year olds on Wednesday and Thursday. You
need to register for these sessions. Call the Library
(610-644-7259) for specific times.
• What a great summer we had at MPL!!! Every Hero Has a Story
had 445 explorers/readers checking out books and hiking
through the 13 Go WilMa sites. Each Explorer that visited all 13
sites logged over 12 miles to find the rubbing stations and earn
their tickets. Science in the Summer had 64 students learning
about simple machines. Thanks to all our enthusiastic
participants.
• Our Adult Book Club meets the 2nd Tuesday of the month at 10
am. We will be discussing Ordinary Grace on Oct. 13th. Stop
in and join the discussion. We’ll be handing out our 2015/16
calendar of book selections at that meeting.
• We still have a supply of Malvern Public Library tote bags that
can be yours for a donation of $10. These are a great way to be
“green” and support your Library.
Odds & Ends from Rick Smith, Township Manager
What is a “drone” anyway?
T
he FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012 (Act) is the federal law that
regulates what most people commonly refer to as “drones”. However, you
will not find the word “drone” in this Act. The Act does regulate “Model Aircraft”
which are defined as “unmanned aircraft” that are: 1) capable of sustained flight
in the atmosphere, 2) flown within visual line of sight of the person operating the
aircraft: and 3) flown for hobby or recreational purposes. The Act defines an
“unmanned aircraft” as “an aircraft that is operated without the possibility of direct human
intervention from within or on the aircraft”.
Ok, so now that I know that my drone is actually a Model Aircraft that I operate by remote control,
what can I do with it?
The Act has very explicit rules about operating a “Model Aircraft”. Specifically: 1) it must be flown for hobby or recreational
use, 2) it must be operated in accordance with a community-based set of safety guidelines, 3) it cannot weigh more than 55 pounds, 4)
it cannot interfere with, and must give way to, any manned aircraft, and 5) if flown within five miles of an airport the airport operator
must be notified.
Number 5 has special significance to East Goshen Township residents since the entire Township is located within five miles of the
Brandywine Airport. The phone number for the Airport is 610-692-6100.
On a local level, East Goshen has adopted an ordinance regulating “Model Aircraft”. You can fly the Model Aircraft over your
property, provided you operate it in accordance with the requirements set forth in the Act. It must be at a minimum elevation of 200
feet if you fly it over your neighbor’s property and you cannot fly it over Township property or over a public street.
East Goshen’s ordinance, which includes the applicable section of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012, is posted under
the Township Code tab on the Township web site at www.eastgoshen.org.
We are all set again for another fantastic fall in the park offering the
finest and freshest food around! The East Goshen Farmers Market takes place
on Thursdays, 3pm-7pm. Visit many of your favorite vendors from past
summers and meet some of our new vendors!
All-Comers Antique and Classic Car Cruise Night – October 15th, 5pm-7pm
Date: Thursdays, through October 15th, 3pm-7pm
Location: East Goshen Township Park, near the Amphitheater
FALL ROBOTIC LEGO MINI-CAMPS
Date: November 23, 12pm-3pm
Ages: 6-12
Description: When schools are out – Robotic Lego’s
Mini-Camps will be open! These one or two day mini-camps will
keep your kids excited and engaged and are for the Beginner or
Intermediate level camper! No need for prior Robotic Lego’s
experience – this can be a great introductory program!
Fee: $35
Max Enrollment: 10
FALL ANIMATION DESIGN MINI-CAMP
Date: November 24, 12pm – 3pm
Ages: 9-13
Description: Come out for a
crash course in fun, easy to
understand animation design!
Learn how to create stories and
simple video games using the
Scratch platform! No experience
needed!
Fee: $35 • Max Enrollment: 10
For the following Fitness Classes – you can join after a session has started at a prorated fee!
ZUMBA TONING
PILATES
Dates: Session 1: Sept. 15, 22, 29, Oct. 6, 13, 20
(6 classes $65)
Session 2: Nov. 10, 17, 24, Dec. 1, 8, 15 (6 classes $65)
Time: Tuesdays, 6:30- 7:45pm
Location: East Goshen Elementary Gym
Or sign up for both sessions and save $10!!! $120 for both
sessions.
Date: October 21st - December 16th, 2015
Time: 10:30am-11:30am
Description: Pilates is a fantastic fitness class geared for those
wanting to strengthen core muscles groups, improve posture,
flexibility and balance. Instructor Ruby Telehorster has over 500
training hours and is adept at coaching novices all the way through
“seasoned pros”! Please bring a mat to class. NEW!!! Want to
try the class before locking in for the full session – drop in for $13
(must pay by check and fill out Registration form)!
Fee: $95
ZUMBA GOLD TONING
Dates: Fall 1 session: Sept. 16, 23, 30, Oct. 7, 14, 21
Fall 2 session: Nov. 4, 11, 18, 25, Dec. 2, 9
Time: Wednesdays, 5:30-6:45pm
Fee: (6-week session) $65 or $12 single class or
sign up for both sessions $120 (save $10!!)
Description: No experience necessary for Zumba
– just an interest in getting up and getting moving!
These classes are fun, energetic and never the same week to week!
Inspired by latin dance moves, you will get fit and have fun in a
stress-free environment. Pam Nelson leads Zumba Nation and is
the inspiring teacher of this captivating class.
YOGA
Date: September 8th - December 21st, 2015
Time: September 8th - December 21st, 2015
Description: Yoga is taught by the incomparable Charo. Let her
guide you on a journey towards peace and serenity as you learn to
breathe deeply and relax fully. She has been teaching for over 18
years and enlivens any room with her welcoming and engaging
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Darkness plus deer equals danger!
Latest News from the Park & Recreation Commission
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s the newest member of the Park Commission, I am pleased to share
the results of our summer events and excitedly look forward to a
jam-packed slate of activities as cooler fall temperatures settle in. We once
again had a tremendous summer
camp season. Attendance jumped
dramatically this summer in our day
camp. Maybe it was the addition of
new exciting field trips or possibly
the growing popularity of the
full-day camp program – whatever it
was, it was great seeing so many
East Goshen families taking part in
the time-honored tradition of REC
Camp. Our amphitheater events
were well attended and we look
East Goshen Pollinator Garden in full
forward to hosting a repeat of the
bloom
Winners of the HS Entrepreneurial Academy
“Ode to Ireland” and Shakespeare in
the Park events in 2016. Lastly, the Farmers Market has become a staple of East Goshen Park – every Thursday, area residents can count on
fresh produce, sausage, baked goods and the best hot BBQ this side of the Mason-Dixon!
The Park Commission has been busy getting the fall activity lineup set, and we look forward to getting out into the park as the colors
change. We’ll host the Pumpkin Festival on Saturday, October 17th in the park. This family-friendly event is complete with free pumpkins,
the “hay pit”, petting zoo and last year’s hit activities—frozen turkey bowling and pumpkin pie eating contests! The new addition this year
is an Adult Flag Football Tournament to benefit the PA Wounded Warriors. This action-packed event will crown one team as champions –
with the ultimate champions being the PA Wounded Warriors. We’re only taking the first four teams this year so email Jason at
JLang@eastgoshen.org to sign up today!
Our Holiday Tree Lighting Celebration is coming up as well on Friday,
December 11 at 6pm. We’ll have carolers, hot cocoa, and of course, a tree
lighting! Once again, we’ll have a “Stuff Jason’s Office” canned food drive
in support of the West Chester Food Cupboard. Last year we donated over
600 pounds of much-needed food to over one thousand families. Please,
donate and help area families this holiday season! And if you still need any
convincing, there is another reason to donate as well – you may get to light
the holiday tree! That’s right, the East Goshen resident who donates the
most canned goods will get to do the honors! In the weeks leading up to the
Holiday Celebration, we’ll also hold a House Decorating Contest! In last
year’s hotly contested battle, 1405 Grand Oak Lane came out on top! Let’s
see if they can make it two in a row!
Lastly, the Park Commission is busy ensuring East Goshen Park provides
the best opportunities for Township residents. This fall, we will be working
on a Master Plan that will guide park improvement decisions moving
Silliness with Spiderman at REC Camp
forward. As residents, it truly is your park, and we ask for your input in
shaping its future. The Master Plan meeting schedule will be posted online and we encourage all to participate in the process and attend the
public meetings.
I hope everyone had a fantastic summer! It surely went by too fast, but East Goshen is a beautiful four-season township. Come on out to
the park, enjoy the Pumpkin Festival, jump in a big pile of leaves, and have fun!
Daria Chapman
Park Commission Member
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s the autumn days grow shorter and with the turning back of our clocks, commuters
now find themselves once again driving to or from work in darkness. A new cohort
of high school age drivers may be leaving early in the morning and staying until after
dark for sports and activities. This combination of darkness plus deer equals danger for
those driving in the early morning and evening hours.
Deer-car collisions have been thankfully few in East Goshen Township this past year,
but there have been some to remind us that deer also live in our community. During the
white tailed deer’s fall mating season, they tend to move around more often than at other
times of the year, crossing roads on the way. Deer are out there and they are moving
around. Deer do not look both ways before stepping out into traffic, they just go. Drivers
need to be always aware that deer can be on both sides of the roads, so please drive
cautiously. Our deer are well fed and can be quite large. Suburban deer have more food available to them than deer living in remote
areas and with no predators (other than perhaps automobiles) plenty of opportunity to eat and grow.
Autumn’s changing colors of vegetation on the sides of our roads help deer blend in and decrease drivers’ already short reaction times
should a deer spring out in front of their car. Shrubbery is a tempting treat to deer so they will be travelling through wooded areas as
well as neighborhoods. If you see one deer get safely across the road in front of you should heighten your awareness. Deer seldom
travel alone and a second or third may hesitate before following the first across the road. Your approaching car can trigger a panic
reaction and a deer might spring out in front of you.
Parents need to talk to teens and new drivers about the dangers of deer-car collisions. A new driver needs to understand that if the
choice is between hitting the deer and swerving and hitting a tree, then hit the deer.
The best guidance for East Goshen drivers, young and old, to avoid deer-car collisions is as follows:
UNDERSTAND that we have deer in the township; they are out there and they are moving around, often at night.
BE WATCHFUL for deer at the side of the road, your car can frighten them into bolting, and they can bolt right into the road rather
than away from it.
SLOW DOWN through areas of decreased visibility and around open-space
and wooded areas where we know that deer live.
If you hit a deer, stop and pull safely to the side of the road…make sure that you
and your passengers are all right. If the deer is still there, do not approach it. Call
the police to report the accident and that the deer is injured on the side of the road.
Deer and other animal life are a part of suburban living. Responsible and careful
driving will make this relationship less dangerous to both the human and wildlife
residents of East Goshen Township. For more information about East Goshen
Township’s Deer program, visit www.Eastgoshentownship.org.
AGAINST THE WINTER
I’ve spent this chilly afternoon
potting up houseplants for the fall:
pearlite, peat moss, potting soil.
I’d like to pot you up as well,
place you on my windowsill.
where smiles of yours would
make me laugh, would
turn the winter’s bleakness
into gold.
Virginia Strong Newlin
East Goshen Township Poet Laureate
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EXCITING TIMES AT THE GOSHEN FIRE COMPANY
T
he last few months have been eventful as the Goshen Fire Company
continues to enhance its readiness to deliver high-quality
emergency services to the residents of East Goshen Township. In
accordance with our strategic plan, we have continued to ensure that
your fire department has the necessary resources and preparedness to
deliver fire, rescue, and emergency medical services effectively,
efficiently, and safely.
Our recruitment efforts continue to add to our ranks in our three
operating divisions: fire, emergency medical services, and fire police.
Interested individuals are given a realistic preview of what membership
GFC Arial Apparatus
involves and should they accept this challenge and commit to serving
their community in this important way, they are provided the necessary training and equipment to respond to emergency incidents. We
are always looking for new members, and encourage residents to consider serving in one of our three operating divisions. There are
also other ways that you can lend your talents and energy to serve your community with us.
We are also pleased to report that by the time you read this article, our two new aerial apparatus should be in service. The new Tower
54, a 100-foot aerial tower designed to support both firefighting and rescue operations, was placed in service early this summer. The
replacement for Ladder 56 is once again a “quint” that incorporates the normal capabilities of both an engine and a ladder truck,
resulting in extensive flexibility in conducting both firefighting and rescue operations. Together, these two new apparatus provide the
combined capabilities to serve our community well. We invite you to stop by either of our two fire stations if you would like to see
the apparatus and equipment that we use in protecting you.
We have also ordered two new ambulances to ensure that our four ambulance fleet continues to be capable of responding to medical
emergencies in a manner that supports our commitment to excellent service in this crucial area of community life safety. Over the
coming months we will also complete a program of replacing all ambulance stretchers with technology-enabled power lifts.
We trust that you were able to attend this year’s Goshen Country Fair. We thank you for your support and making this a successful
year. We appreciate all that township residents and our elected officials do to support the financial needs of the Goshen Fire Company
and count on your continuing support. If you were at this year’s fair, you likely noticed that we have constructed a new pole barn to
support the operations of our fair, as well as other fire company operations and activities throughout the year.
We are pleased to report that once again we were successful in applying for and securing state grants for both our fire and emergency
medical services divisions. The funds from these grants were used to purchase new emergency medical services equipment and new
air bags for our rescue truck.
As always, we stand prepared to serve those who live in, work in, and travel to and through East Goshen Township. We encourage
you to follow what we are up to on our newly designed website and to visit our Park Avenue station for our annual Fire Prevention
Open House on Friday, October 9, 2015.
State Roads: Boot Road, Greenhill Road, N.
Chester Road, Strasburg Road and West Chester Pike.
Any residents living on a state road that needs road repair,
trees down, or pot holes may call Penn Dot: 484-340-3200
SPCA Needs Your Help!
The SPCA cannot thank you enough for your past support!
• Leashes
• Rawhide Chews
• Dog Biscuits& Cat Treats
• Peanut Butter
Call Before You Dig: If you have to excavate
• Washable Dog & Cat Toys
• Towels & Blankets
your property please remember to call before you dig.
1-800-242-1776 or 811 PA One Call
• Dog Beds
• Liquid Laundry Detergent
Clogged or leaking sanitary sewer
lines; sewage smell in the creek:
Call East Goshen Township 610-692-7171 after 5:00pm or
before 7:00am call 911.
Broken Water Main:
Call Aqua Pennsylvania: 610-525-1402 24 hours
• Bleach & cleaning supplies
U.S. Flag Disposal: Any
U.S. Flag that is torn or
faded and needs to be disposed of
properly can be dropped off at the
Township for a proper retirement. A
local VFW will conduct a proper flag
retirement ceremony to dispose of it.
If you have any questions, please visit our website, www.eastgoshen.org
Celebration of Life
Benson W. Rohrbeck
1933 - 2015
I
n 1964 Ben Rohrbeck and his young family
came to live here in East Goshen. Right from
the start he became an active member of our
community and involved himself and his family
in a variety of activities. Always a person who could be counted on to help, Ben was an
active member of the Boy Scouts, and served as a leader for a number of years. He was
also a long-term member of the Advent Lutheran Church where he served as Treasurer.
He had a passion for train and trolley transportation, and was the author of multiple books
on the topic. He built and maintained a model train exhibit in his home.
Ben grew up in the Gettysburg area and had a tremendous love of history. As his family
grew and moved on Ben became involved with the Township’s Historic Commission. He
enjoyed researching the rich history of our area and we benefited from his vast knowledge.
When the Township began the preparation to celebrate its Tri-centennial in 1982, one of
the main projects was the restoration of the Blacksmith Shop. Ben was involved from the
start and became our first modern Blacksmith. For over 30 years Ben represented our
Township at Living History Days, Town Tours and Village Walks, Chester County Day and
numerous visits from school groups. In the summers he could be found almost every weekend in the Blacksmith shop. His
demonstrations and tours were enjoyed by all. He even grew the best beard to better look the part. He loved sharing his
knowledge and children were his favorite audience. He was known all over the area and helped by volunteering at Colonial
Plantation, Brandywine Battle Field, Paoli Battlefield, Historic Sugartown and many others.
Sadly we lost Ben in August but his spirit will remain with us. He often told the story of possible ghosts in the Blacksmith
shop. Now we will know that he is there to oversee us. Thanks Ben!
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Commerce Commission’s Spotlight on Business
It is a special pleasure for us to showcase Acero Precision. It is one of many dynamic industrial corporations occupying East Goshen's Business
Parks, and a distinct asset to the Township, to our community, and significantly beyond. The entrepreneurial spirit and American Dream is alive
in our corporate parks, and commercial districts. Acero Precision was born from the dreams, ideas and plans of Michael Fitzgerald, President &
CEO. Joanne, partner and wife, is the Director of Human Capital for both Acero, and their medical device company Altus Spine. Together, they
have been a driving force for 30 years cultivating and growing their corporation to what it is today. Enjoy the Story of ACERO.
ACERO - Precision Parts for Precision Machines:
Racing Cars, Humans, and More!
A
s a child, Michael Fitzgerald watched the 1966 classic Grand Prix for the first time. The film
inspired Fitzgerald with a love of cars and machinery and soon after, he began building and
fixing cars during his free time. By the time Fitzgerald matriculated at Drexel University in the fall
of 1979, it was only natural that he gravitated towards the Mechanical Engineering Program.
Fitzgerald has noted that his time at Drexel and specifically his co-op opportunities introduced him Michael and Joanne Fitzgerald at a 2010
to precision manufacturing, another natural fit, as that is where the Formula One event
Michael Fitzgerald
celebrates his 2nd place
best and brightest engineers innovated in fields such as Formula One. By 1984, Fitzgerald started Acero
finish at the 2012 Historic
Precision, named Fitze Engineers at the time, in a rented warehouse not far from his college dorm room.
Grand Prix in Monaco
As Fitze Engineers began to take shape, he met his wife, Joanne. Soon after they met, she graduated
from Saint Joseph’s University and began working full-time in New Jersey. While beginning her career
with a fulltime job, Joanne began working Friday evening through Sunday at Fitze Engineering. She
ran machines, filled out paperwork, conducted quality processes and so much more. Together, they built
a company purely out of passion and hard work.
Although Formula One first attracted Fitzgerald to precision manufacturing, he soon learned the
space offered ample opportunity for innovation. Today, Acero Precision is a major supplier for the motor sport industry as well as the
medical, analytical, and life science industries. Every day, when parts are produced at Acero, they are being used in a variety of roles.
Acero is an ISO 13485 & 9001 certified company (a preferred international standard for medical device manufacturing) that relies on
the latest technology, quality systems, but most importantly on its high caliber employees. The Fitzgeralds pride Acero specifically on
its employees whose goals are aligned with what the Acero Precision name stands for: the utmost precision, accuracy, and quality. It is
each employee’s passion for manufacturing and their detailed and dedicated work ethic that truly sets Acero apart in the industry.
In 2015, as Acero Precision celebrates over 30 years, their love and dedication for the American Manufacturing Industry has remained
constant and stronger than ever. In 2010, the Fitzgeralds rebranded Fitze Engineers as Acero Precision to reach broader markets to
accommodate growth. Housed within their soon to be completed 100,000 square foot facility in the Goshen Corporate Park will be a
classroom that will be used to train new and existing employees various skills. Acero actively encourages its employees to continue
professional development so that both the current and emerging generations of manufacturing engineers can take full advantage of the
rising American Manufacturing Industry. One such way is the construction of Acero University, an educational initiative that will allow
employees not only to explore relevant skills but also learn about other types of work at Acero. As the United States is increasingly
considered for manufacturing needs both domestically and abroad, many domestic opportunities in manufacturing are emerging.
In 2011, inspired by Acero’s success in other industries, the Fitzgeralds created a medical device company, Michael Fitzgerald’s race
which is now Altus Spine. Acero and Altus have both invested in internship programs in order to prepare a car on the international
new generation of manufacturing talent in the United States. Together, they recently concluded their Summer racing circuit
2015 Internship Program in which there were ten Acero interns and three Altus interns. Both Acero and Altus
called upon their strong relationships with high schools, technical colleges, and universities to provide them
with skilled students to work and learn for twelve weeks at one of the companies. In the coming years, Acero
and Altus hope to create a sustainable network of educational institutions that will allow them to host a larger
number of interns during parts of the entire year. Acero and Altus also hope to transition most interns to
full-time employees following their graduations.
As excellence has been a part of the Acero Precision and Altus Spine stories from the beginning, Acero and
Altus recognize that they each need to continue to provide a variety of opportunities and
experiences for the diverse number of fields that interact between a design company and a
manufacturing company. As Acero Precision and Altus Spine continue to grow, the Fitzgeralds recognize the personal and
professional growth of each employee and customer that they cross paths with is necessary for the success of each
company.
Michael Fitzgerald, President & CEO & Joanne Fitzgerald, Director of Human Capital
If you would like to apply to any of our open positions please feel free to contact Recruiting@AceroPrecision.com or
Recruiting@Altus-Spine.com, www.AceroPrecision.com and www.Altus-Spine.com
The Commerce Commission hopes you enjoyed meeting ACERO PRECISION and the Fitzgeralds as much as we've enjoyed
presenting them.
Albert Zuccarello, Commerce Commission
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Please Don’t Flush the Wipes
I
n recent years, the use of products such as
pre-moistened "flushable" wipes has been
advertised as a way to feel "cleaner" and "fresher",
but most people don't know they have caused
damage to wastewater systems across the country.
These products’ labels indicate they are safe for
sewers and septic systems. In addition to wipes,
there are also other cleaning products that are labeled
as “flushable” which may go down the toilet, but do not
break down sufficiently enough. This has led to clogged pipes and jammed
pumps in sewer systems across the country. This picture shows residue
wipe material that had been removed from a sewer system.
These wipes do not disintegrate like toilet paper. A number of sewer
authorities across the country have spent large amounts of money to
address the problem. The Orange County (California) Sanitation District
spent $320,000 in one year on “de-ragging” maintenance calls to ten pump
stations. The Washington Suburban Sanitary Commission has spent more
than 1 million dollars on equipment to shred the wipe material. Officials
from the District of Columbia’s water and sewer agency also reported
more than 500 labor-hours were used over the past 12 months to remove
debris from clogged pipes (see photo below) and repair broken equipment,
an estimated 35 percent increase over the past few years. New York City
is currently considering a ban on packaging that indicates that the wipes
are flushable unless the product has passed an approved third party test.
At the heart of the issue is the fact that utilities believe manufacturers of
flushable products are not conducting disintegration tests for flushable wipes that mimic actual conditions in real-life sewer systems.
Manufacturers don’t agree with this claim and say their test results provide scientific evidence that wipes are safe for sewer and septic
systems. Regardless, what is considered “flushable” and what specific testing should be conducted to determine whether a product
breaks down adequately enough to be flushed or not will likely continue to garner increased interest. A short video produced by
Consumer Reports is helpful in introducing the public to the potential danger of flushable wipes.
The East Goshen Municipal Authority protects its pumps by installing a grinder at the pump inlet. Although we have not
experienced any breakdowns, the presence of these wipe materials has resulted in increased costs related to more frequent wetwell
cleaning.
If you are concerned about whether flushable products are causing and/or have caused a problem to your system, stop flushing the
items in question. Instead, bag them and place them in your garbage for collection. When in doubt, not flushing is a better choice.
East Goshen Municipal Authority
East Goshen Township Water Quality Hotlines
Emergency
Who
Phone Number
When
Spills or other emergencies
PA DEP
484-250-5900
Anytime
East Goshen Twp
610-692-7171
8 am to 5 pm
East Goshen Twp
911
After hours
Broken water line
AQUA PA
610-525-1402
Anytime
Fish kill
PA Fish Commission
1-855- FISHKILL
Anytime
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From the Chairman . . . continued from cover
that there was no cost to the Township. In addition, another event is
being planned for Saturday, November 21st.
After considerable discussion at the August 11th meeting, the
Supervisors amended the Township’s Zoning Ordinance by a vote of
3-2 to provide the rationale for permitting residents with less than three
acres of property to have up to four dogs over three months of age and
one additional dog for each acre above two acres. The four dog limit has
been in the Zoning regulations since 1983. Based on case law, this new
rationale is required in the Zoning Ordinance when a township limits
the number of dogs permitted on a residential property.
The Township’s new Comprehensive Plan and Parks, Recreation
and Open Space Plan should be adopted by the Supervisors by the
time you receive this newsletter. Many thanks to Supervisor Janet
Emanuel, who chaired both Task Forces, as well as all the members of
our Authorities, Boards and Commissions who participated in these
efforts.
In September, the Supervisors will have selected a consultant to
develop a Master Plan for the Township Park. The goal is to make the
Park sustainable well into the future by preparing a plan for the
operation, maintenance and future improvements, as well as to position
the Township for future grant opportunities.
The Supervisors have approved a change in the Township’s health
care provider for our employees. The new provider will be the
Delaware Valley Health Trust (DVHT). It is anticipated that this
change will initially reduce the Township’s costs by 5-6% with no
change in coverage for the employees. In the future, the Township may
receive a credit based on the performance under the plan.
As mentioned in previous Newsletters, the Township has an e-mail
communication called “Constant Contact”. Residents are able to receive
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Thank You To The
Businesses
he Board of Supervisors would like to thank
the businesses that appear in this newsletter
and to recognize them each as supporters and
cornerstones of our community. For it is with their
contributions that this newsletter has been
produced at minimal charge to our residents.
T
Congratulations Terry Darlington
P
lease join us in congratulating Terry
Darlington on his retirement from the
Public Works Department on August 1st
after a 26-year career with East Goshen.
Terry’s relentlessly positive attitude and
sunny disposition will be missed!
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township
Township Directory.......................2
Congratulations.............................2
Commerce Commission’s
Spotlight on Business....................3
Celebration of Life ........................4
Latest News from the Park &
Recreation Commission ................5
East Goshen Recreation ............6-8
Commercial Vehicle Traffic
Enforcement ............................9-10
From the Chairman...
A
s I sit here in the middle of August beginning to write this, it dawned on me that this
may be the last newsletter you will receive before the end of the year. So, on behalf of
our employees and Supervisors, let me be the first to wish you Happy Holidays and hope
that 2016 is a wonderful year.
Sunoco’s Land Agents continue to contact residents along Boot Road and North Chester
Road to secure easements for the proposed Mariner 2 pipeline. Sunoco’s goal is to obtain a
50 foot right-of-way along the entire pipeline. In some cases, they want an additional 25 feet
for a temporary easement for construction. Sunoco has yet to decide the exact route for the
pipeline. My guess is that this will happen before the end of the year so that construction can
begin by next spring.
The Supervisors have approved an amendment to the Zoning Ordinance that will permit a
Dunkin Donuts with a drive-through in the Goshen Village Shopping Center. The last step
in the approval process is for the Supervisors to conduct a Conditional Use Hearing, which
will happen in mid-September. In approving the project, the Supervisors may include
reasonable conditions based on testimony by expert witnesses to mitigate any possible
impacts that Dunkin Donuts may create.
Odds & Ends From Rick Smith ....13
Two representatives from the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection
(DEP) attended the August 4th Supervisors meeting to provide information and answer
questions as to why it is necessary for the Township to fix or breach the Hershey’s Mill and
Milltown Dams. Both dams are required to handle a 100-year storm, which is defined as
7.5” of rain in a 24 hour period, without overtopping. Neither dam can presently do that. In
addition to meeting that requirement, the dams must be constructed on the downstream side
in such a way as to prevent the dams from failing when a rainstorm exceeds the 100-year
storm threshold.
Exciting Times at the Goshen
Fire Company..............................15
The Supervisors also awarded a contract to the engineering firm of Gannett Fleming to
evaluate the Township’s options with respect to Milltown Dam. The final report is expected
to be completed early next year.
Please Don’t Flush Wipes ...........15
The Township’s first Recycling E-Waste Collection was held on July 11th and was a
great success. 33,900 lbs. of various items were collected. The majority of items collected
were TV’s and printer/scanners. The good news is that there were enough items collected so
Recycling Day ..............................11
Trash/Recycling...........................12
Malvern Public Library ................13
Darkness Plus Deer Equals
Danger! .......................................14
Important Information................15
Water Quality Hotlines ...............16
Dates of Importance ...................17
continued on page 2
East Goshen Township...a great place to work, live and play
Visit us on the web at www.eastgoshen.org

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