Burning Ban
The County Wide Burn Ban has been extended another 30 days. That means the ban will go until December 26th unless otherwise noted.
Please click HERE for additional information on a burning ban for all residents and businesses in Chester County.
Curbside leaf pick-up!
4th quarter 2024 water/sewer bills
4th quarter 2024 water/sewer bills were mailed out on Monday, September 30, 2024. Bills are due on Tuesday, November 12, 2024. Penalities will be applied and deliquent letters will be mailed on Wednesday, November 13, 2024. Posting will be on Friday, November 22, 2024 with an additional fee of $20.00 added to your account and shut-off is Monday, December 2, 2024 with an additional fee of $30.00 added to your account. Please pay your bill by the due date to avoid any additional fees. We encourage residents to sign up for paperless billing on our Invoice Portal which can be found on our website. Please call the Borough office with any questions at 610-869-2792.
Chescobus
In case you were not aware, the Chescobus has a stop at the West Grove Borough building. Click on the below links for additional information and the SCCOOT Schedule:
Household Hazardous Waste Event
The registration link for the first Household Hazardous Waste Event is now available at the Chester County Solid Waste Authority’s website.
Registrations for the other 2024 events will be posted in the near future.
Job openings for other municipalities
The Borough Manager receives job openings for other Municipalities and we like to pass them along to our residents in case someone is looking for employment or you have a family member or friend needing a job.
Atglen Borough – Borough Manager
West Vincent Township, located in Chester County, Pennsylvania, is a second-class township with approximately 5,000 residents, situated within the greater Philadelphia area in southeastern Pennsylvania. Nestled in the scenic Chester County, the Township is known for its rolling hills, historic landmarks, and natural beauty. With a dedicated and supportive team and an annual budget of around $4.5 million, West Vincent Township is committed to providing exceptional services to its community.
Position Overview
The Township is looking for an innovative and experienced Township Manager to lead its daily operations. This key role involves implementing policies, managing administrative staff, and ensuring the efficient delivery of services to residents. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership abilities, excellent communication skills, and a comprehensive understanding of municipal operations and governance. They will be proactive in driving projects forward and securing external resources and grants. The Township seeks a leader who values collaboration, encourages input from others, and fosters empathy in interactions with staff, residents, and community stakeholders.
Job Responsibilities
As Township Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing a variety of critical functions to ensure the efficient operation of West Vincent Township, with a strong emphasis on delivering customer service. Your duties will include executing the policies and directives set forth by the Board of Supervisors and transforming their vision into actionable objectives for the township. You will manage the recruitment, training, and performance evaluation of administrative staff, ensuring professionalism and operational efficiency across the organization. A key responsibility is ensuring compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and internal policies while maintaining the highest standards of legal and ethical conduct. You will collaborate with elected officials, township staff, and the community to address concerns, set priorities, and contribute to the overall progress and development of West Vincent Township.
Qualifications, Education, and Experience
The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree in public administration, Political Science, Business Administration, or a related field, with a master’s degree preferred. Candidates should possess at least five years of experience in municipal management or a related field, with a comprehensive understanding of local governance and its complexities.
Compensation
The salary for this position is negotiable based on qualifications and experience and includes a competitive benefits package. Interested candidates must submit an electronic cover letter, résumé, and three professional references to Jobs@westvincenttwp.org by December 20, 2024.
East Fallowfield Township – Treasurer
West Grove Museum
Beginning July 2, 2023, the West Grove Museum will be open the first Sunday of each month from 12 noon to 3 pm.
Social Security Administration Newsletter
Click on the below link for the latest from SSA:
Dear Colleague,
In our ongoing commitment to serve the public more efficiently, we are expanding appointment-based services at our local Social Security offices. By scheduling appointments, we will aim to reduce wait times, streamline service delivery, and improve the overall customer experience. Nearly 400 field offices have already moved to appointment-based service this year. These offices have seen significant improvements in wait times due to more efficient and helpful visitor experiences and increases in the number of customers able to complete their business online.
We are implementing appointment-based services nationwide in two phases. The first phase is a transition period now through January 5, 2025. The purpose of this transition period is to educate our customers about needing to schedule an appointment for SSA services. As a reminder, many of our services can be provided via phone with an appointment and do not require a customer to walk into an office for service.
Effective January 6, 2025, we will require customers to schedule an appointment for service in our field offices, including requests for Social Security cards. We encourage customers to become accustomed to our:
- online services, where many transactions can be completed conveniently and securely, and
- automated services available on our National 800# at 1-800-772-1213.
Customers who are not able to handle their business online or with the automated options, may call their local Social Security office or our National 800# to schedule an appointment.
We want to make clear that we will not turn people away for service who are unable to make an appointment or do not want to make an appointment. For example, members of vulnerable populations, military personnel, people with terminal illnesses, and individuals with other situations requiring immediate or specialized attention may still walk in for service at our field offices. Some of our offices also have minimal to no wait times, and they will still serve customers who walk in.
We appreciate your partnership in sharing this information and helping our customers through this transition. Thank you for your continued support as we work together to improve service accessibility and responsiveness.
Sincerely,
Dawn Bystry
Associate Commissioner
Office of Strategic and Digital Communications
No Plastic Bags, No Pizza Boxes
Beginning the week of October 19th, we will begin to reject improperly presented recyclables to avoid possible new charges from SECCRA if we do not keep our stream of recycling materials clean. We need everybody’s help to accomplish this.
No Plastic Bags
SECCRA, where the recyclables we collect are processed, will no longer accept recycling in plastic bags — no trash bags or retailer bags. These bags clog the processing machines and are THE number one contaiminate in the recycling process. Single use retailer bags should be saved and recycled at your retailer of choice. Giant and Lowe’s both have collection boxes at their entrances.
No Pizza Boxes
SECCRA will not accept pizza boxes.