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E-News Edition - Week of April 14th, 2025
Happy Monday! We're delighted to bring you the latest updates, news and happenings around our community. From local events to important announcements, this week's newsletter is your guide to staying connected and informed about what's going on in Kennett Township. This week is extra exciting because its PA Local Government Week! Scroll down to learn more! Don't forget to check the Township's website and Calendar for up to date information as well as Facebook. Enjoy your week ahead! |
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The Kennett Township Environmental Advisory Council is working to identify priority climate actions in the community. Please help by completing this survey to help them better understand your concerns, priorities, and ideas for our community. Two lucky winners will win a $50 gift card to a local business of their choice selected on Tuesday, April 22nd. The survey is available in English and Spanish.
Link for English survey: https://forms.office.com/r/8ggfYA37d4 Link for Spanish survey: https://forms.office.com/r/UGFLyLfme4
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Kennett Township Board of Supervisors: The Kennett Township Board of Supervisors will hold a hybrid meeting Wednesday April 16th at 7:00pm in the Public Meeting Room. Join us for an important discussion on key initiatives affecting our community. Topics to be discussed include: Consideration of advertising Ordinance No. 310 for Wireless Communication as well as Consideration of adopting Resolution 2025-8: Accepting Dedication of Property along E. Hillendale Road. The Zoom link can be accessed on the agenda.
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PA Local Government Week: April 14-18, 2025 Join us as we celebrate Local Government Week, a time to recognize the essential services and programs that keep our community running smoothly. This week is an opportunity to learn more about how local government works, engage with community leaders, and show appreciation for the dedicated professionals who serve our community. |
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Old Kennett Pike Road RoadworkWork is underway to mill and pave Old Kennett Pike from the Delaware state line to Kaolin Road (Five Points intersection). PennDOT's contractor will mill (grind off) 1.5" of existing asphalt and will then pave a new 1.5" layer of asphalt. Traffic will be maintained through the work zone with alternating one-way traffic. Motorists are advised to allow extra time while work is being performed. Alternatively, motorists could avoid the work zone altogether via alternate routes. The work is anticipated to last three weeks.
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The Chester County Conservation District (CCCD) has released its Spring/Summer 2025 newsletter, "The Back 40". It is available on the District's website here.
In this issue... - Spring Gardening TIps & Water Conservation Practices
- Residential Stormwater Improvement Projects
- Upland Tree Planting in Elk Creek Watershed
- New Staff at CCCD
- Conundrums with Small Equine Operations and Animal Density
- All About the Biochar
- Caring for Field Practices
- ACAP Updates
- Chapter 102 Updated Forms
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Recycling ReminderThe Recycling Drop Off Center is for residents of Kennett Township ONLY. Proof of residency may be required. Location: The Kennett Township Recycling Center is located at the Township Maintenance Garage, 557 Bayard Road, between Rosedale and Hillendale Roads. Hours: The recycling and yard waste center is open dawn to dusk Monday through Saturday and Sunday from 10 a.m. to dusk.
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SECCRA Board of Directors VacancyThere is currently a vacancy on the Southeastern Chester County Refuse Authority (SECCRA) Board of Directors for Kennett Township. SECCRA is a non-profit authority with a publicly appointed board of directors. Assets of the authority are held in trust for the benefit of the community. SECCRA serves 105,000 residents in 24 member boroughs and townships. SECCRA ensures that the environmental and community waste disposal needs are met today and in the future. Interested candidates should fill out a Volunteer form and send an optional resume to Kennett.twp@kennett.pa.us for consideration by the Kennett Township Board of Supervisors. For additional information about SECCRA, check out their website: https://seccra.org/
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Yard Waste Reminder New Rules for Yard Waste Drop-off area are in effect. Violators will be fined!!! Now that spring is here, yard clean-up and home projects are in full swing! Be sure to review our updated rules to ensure compliance and avoid any violations. Thank you for your cooperation and understanding! |
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2025 PA Climate Action Plan State Representative Christina Sappey is hosting a 2025 PA Climate Info Session on Tonight Monday, April 14th from 6-7pm at the Kennett Township Building. All are welcome to attend this free event but RSVP is required. Please call State Rep. Sappey's Office at 484-200-8264 or email RepSappey@pahouse.net to sign up. |
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Join Jan Michener, Executive Director of Arts Holding Hands Holding Hearts (AHHAH) for a blending of Yoga and QiGong. YoQi With Jan is a FREE Movement, Breath, and Awareness class that integrates elements of yoga, QiGong, and meditation to increase energy and emotional balance, reduce the effects of stress, and enhance connections within ourselves, to each other, and with the earth. Perfect for all levels and all bodies. Bring your yoga mat and water! Wednesdays 10 am - 11 am at the Kennett Library & Resource Center You can register for the class here
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BRCA: Nature Play Series Get WILD at Brandywine Red Clay Alliance's Nature Play Program at the Chandler Mill Nature Preserve- Wonder, Investigate, Learn & Discover! Explore guided weekly themes at your own pace. Registration is required for this event. Additional information and registration can be found here. April 17th from 10:00-11:30 am
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Building Relationships One Cup at a Time The missions of Coffee with a Cop is to break down the barriers between police officers and the citizens they serve by removing agendas and allowing opportunities to ask questions, voice concerns and get to know the officers in your neighborhood. Tuesday April 22, 2025 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Club House at Victoria Gardens 301 Victoria Gardens Drive Kennett Square, PA 19348 |
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Kennett Heritage Center & Kennett Township Present: "Speaking of History"Hamorton Village in Kennett Township: Skirmishes, Abolition, and Longwood Gardens: 250 years of history Speaker: Tina Bennett, Kennett Township Historical Commissioner Did you know the first major skirmish of the Battle of Brandywine was fought at the intersection of Route 1 and 52? That the Encore Shop on Route 1 was once a Free Produce Store? That one of the homes facing Route 1 was home to a distinguished doctor and conductor on the Underground Railroad? That there was a school open to students, regardless of color? That Hamorton was the site of one of the first employee housing developments in the nation? Explore this National Register village that we all have driven by quickly but do not begin to know the depth of the story that lies behind its walls. Don't miss out! Reserve your spot here!
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Mark your calendars for the annual TROUT RODEO! The Kennett Area Park Authority and Brandywine Red Clay Alliance are pleased to present the ever-popular annual Trout Rodeo in Anson B. Nixon Park. For more than 25 years, this event has been a favorite in the community! Each year, hundreds of anglers and spectators of all ages gather around the ponds for a morning of fishing and fun. Ponds will be stocked with trout up to 22” in length. An accessible fishing dock is located at the edge of the pond. For event information can be found here. Saturday April 26th, 2025 at 8:00 am Price: $5 Youth- ages 5-15, $20 Adults-ages 16 and over * This is not a Kennett Township Sponsored Event
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