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Traffic cameras, bocce in Concord

Posted by Rich Schwartzman on May 4, 2022

Council Co-Vice Chairman John Crossan tries his hand at bocce. Waiting her turn, to the left of Crossan is Councilmember Vinita Deshmukh. Behind them are Co-Vice President John Gillespie and Councilmember Colleen Morrone. Looking on are township Manager Amanda Serock, far left, and Director of Public Works Dan Moyer.

It’s not a done deal yet, but Concord Township Council is moving forward with an idea to install license-plate-reading cameras at three intersections. What is a done deal is that there are now two bocce ball courts on the township’s Thornton Road property next to the municipal building. Council members unveiled the two courts prior to their May 3 meeting. Council Co-Vice President John Gillespie…

Posted by Rich Schwartzman on April 6, 2022

Hannum’s Harley Davidson wants to get its motor running, move out of two locations, and head onto Concord Township. But it’s up to Concord Township Council, and even if it happens, it might take a couple of years. Tommy Hannum and land use attorney John Jaros told Council members Tuesday night that the desired move is part of a corporate-wide decision to consolidate and reduce…

Posted by Rich Schwartzman on March 2, 2022

They’re not “red light cameras” that photograph a car running a red light and then send out a citation. But LPRs, or License Plate Readers, do read and record a license plate number, and Concord Township Council is considering buying some. No decision will be made before April. Shawn Petty, the CEO of Platelogiq in Exton, made a pitch to Concord Council during the township’s…

Posted by Rich Schwartzman on February 2, 2022

Read more about the article Concord dealing for goats

Concord Township wants to "host" goats and use them for grounds maintenance. (Image courtesy of Concord Township and Jonathan Tropea.)

What do you do with 42 goats, three sheep, and a pony or two on a farm that’s been sold so a 100,000 square foot warehouse can be built? Why not make a deal with those good ole country boys in Concord Township? That’s what Jonathon Tropea and Concord are talking about. Tropea’s farm was along The Conchester Highway in Upper Chichester. Motorists would often…

Posted by ChaddsFordLive on January 4, 2022

According to an email from Concord Township, PennDOT has announced that Cheyney Road is scheduled to close between Route 1 and Samuel Hill Lane in Concord Township, on Wednesday, Jan. 5, and Thursday, Jan. 6 for pipe replacement. The closure is daytime only, from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. During the closure, motorists will be directed to use southbound Route 1 and Concord Road. Local…

Posted by Rich Schwartzman on December 8, 2021

Concord Township has its budget for 2022, and there’s no tax increase. Council passed the budget during the Dec. 7 meeting. The budget is balanced, with anticipated revenues and expenditures at $3,999,150. Highlighting the revenue, $1.355 million comes from all taxes, with $662,490 from real estate taxes. Another $422,500 in revenue comes from business licenses and permits, while another $653,500 comes from building, electrical, plumbing,…

Posted by ChaddsFordLive on December 6, 2021

Read more about the article Concord welcomes Santa

The siren blared, and the singers sang as Santa Claus arrived in Concord Township Friday night. Instead of a sleigh, Santa came on a fire truck from Concord Fire Co. and was greeted by a crowd, including the Garnet Valley High School choir. He then held court listening to Christmas wishes from kids in the township meeting room.

Posted by Rich Schwartzman on October 24, 2021

Read more about the article Concord Harvest Festival in photos

Some Concord Township council members stand with kids who took prizes in the costume contest.

No one is certain how long Concord Township has been holding its annual Fall Festival. Dan Frattarelli, of the Park & Recreation Board who emceed the festival Saturday, said this year’s event was the 53rd festival. He also said that two years ago. But it doesn’t matter. The event is just for fun. The festival includes two costume contests — one for pets and the…

Posted by Rich Schwartzman on October 11, 2021

Concord preserves 50 more acres.

Concord Township has secured another 50 acres of land for preservation. The township entered into an agreement with the Wilcox family to buy a conservation easement on the family’s property in the Ivy Mills Historic District. Council Co-Vice President John Crossan — who leads the township and sits on the Delaware County Green Space Task Force — said the property could have been developed into…

Posted by Rich Schwartzman on October 6, 2021

Read more about the article Concord dedicates Chair of Honor

Council Co-Vice President John Gillespie, left, and Ralph Galati unveil the Chair of Honor.

Concord Township Council held a ceremony dedicating a Chair of Honor for United States military personnel who went missing in action but who were never found. The ceremony, part of the Oct. 5 Council meeting, featured Wallingford resident Ralph W. Galati, Capt. USAF, a former fighter pilot. Galati was stationed in Thailand during the Vietnam War when his F 4 Phantom was shot down over…

Posted by Rich Schwartzman on September 8, 2021

Read more about the article Concord moves on open space

Concord Township is executing the agreement of sale to preserve e the Chetty property on Featherbed Lane.

Following last month's hearing, Concord Township Council took another step Tuesday night to acquire another 42 acres of open space. The seven-member council voted unanimously to authorize the township manager to execute the agreement of sale for the Chetty property at 668 Featherbed Lane. The land is adjacent to Bush Hill Farm and will be added to that site for township recreational use. Concord will…