Commissioner Sean Farhy - Radnor Ward 7

Commissioner Sean Farhy - Radnor Ward 7 Serving the great people of Ward 7 in beautiful Radnor Township.

I hope I served you well - Six years ago this past Monday I was appointed as your Commissioner. Many of you still remem...
12/15/2023

I hope I served you well -

Six years ago this past Monday I was appointed as your Commissioner. Many of you still remember that was a terrible of a time for the Township and especially our tight knit community. When I started, I had no idea what the job of Commissioner entailed - I was just a Little League Coach that wanted to help my community going through a traumatic time. I had no formal preparation for the role, and no idea how the business of the township worked or the amount of time and toll it would it would take on me and my family. I had to figure almost all it all out on my own but when I did, I found my voice. I’m proud to say that I always put my Ward 7 neighbors first. I gave it my all and left it all on the field or should I say dais. I may not have been eloquent or a great public speaker but I was always authentically me. I came in with only one goal and that was to leave the Ward much better than it was. And we did.

We got a lot done over the past six years:

* Reestablished communication with the Ward
* Got a much needed comfort station in Emlen Tunnell Park
* Fixed the stadium light pollution in Old Oaks,
* Saved the Church and our community center
* Fixed the sidewalks on Lancaster / Old Oaks
* Implemented safety recommendations for the County Line Road Corridor
* Started making Emlen Tunnell a household name
* Made commercial outdoor dining legal and permanent in Garrett Hill

We celebrated together at the Garrett Hill Parades & Tree Lightings and we cried when we lost some great community leaders like Coach Pach and George Sydnor. We fed some of our food insecure neighbors with our make shift food bank, and ran clothing drives during Election Day to help clothe our homeless Veterans. We raised money to feed all of Radnor Township’s 130+ employees during COVID and also for a Garrett Hill resident who lost everything in a fire. We really got a lot done! All of these accomplishments and events were because of our great community and Radnor Township’s talented & dedicated staff.

It’s because of Radnor’s staff and our community that during my time as Commissioner I had some pretty amazing honors, two which stand out. The first was getting “coined” by the U.S. Coast Guard’s Commandant and throwing the first pitch ever out under the Encke lights on behalf of Radnor Wayne Little League.

But the biggest honor of all was your trust having overwhelmingly electing me twice. I am, and will forever be humbled by this incredible privilege.

It was an honor to have served you,

Sean

Bringing in this Holiday season with the 9th Annual Garrett Hill Tree Lighting. It’s our great community and events lik...
11/26/2023

Bringing in this Holiday season with the 9th Annual Garrett Hill Tree Lighting. It’s our great community and events like these that made it a true privilege to serve you these past six years. Thank you to our dedicated community leaders Billy Gallagher & Tim McGee for all their hard work as well Bryn Mawr Fire Co., Radnor Township(‘s) Mike Maratea , and our sponsors for keeping these traditions thriving year after year

Nine years and counting…. It’s events like these that make Garrett Hill more than just a neighborhood. A big thank you...
11/20/2023

Nine years and counting…. It’s events like these that make Garrett Hill more than just a neighborhood. A big thank you to all of our community leaders and sponsors who keep traditions like this going year after year. I hope to see you there.

11/07/2023

Today you’ll be electing a new Commissioner and while bittersweet for me, after six years I believe it’s time. To both candidates thank you for inserting yourself in public life - which is why there won’t be any losers today, however there will be a winner. So to the soon-to-be Commissioner-Elect (and in round about way to the entire Ward) if there was any advice I could have given my younger self it’d be this:

You’re not going to understand the role right away. There’s a learning curve, don’t expect to understand it all at once. So until it “clicks” keep an open mind, listen to all sides, and if or when necessary you may and should change your stance - It’s simple do the right thing for the right reasons.

Lead from your heart and do the right things for the right reasons. The right reasons can oftentimes be uncomfortable, but making these difficult choices are why you were chosen with this honor.

Commissioner is one of many hats you’ll be wearing, but family first. It will take time to figure where this new role fits in and that’s okay.

You’re not going to be able to make everyone happy all the time - as long as you can look in the mirror knowing you’re giving it your all and voting your conscience that’s all that matters.

You’re not going to be perfect, expect to make mistakes - as long as they came from the right space, learn from them, accept the criticism, and hold your head high. It’s not an easy job and oftentimes thankless so on the flip side enjoy the small victories, accolades with humility and respect.

Radnor’s staff is something special. They’re extremely competent, work their ass off, and truly care about the community, often more than their own. Our Police & First Responders and Public Works brave the elements and go into harms way to keep us safe. An acknowledgment of their service and sometimes sacrifice can go a long way.

Finally, people aren’t dumb. Always put your Ward 7 constituents first. As the saying goes - People Before Party. I can’t stress this enough. Your neighbors, neighborhood, and the greater community is why you’re doing this.

Serving your community is one of the most rewarding things that one can do. I wish our new Ward 7 Commissioner all the success in the world.

A much deserved honor to a Radnor family with deep roots in Garrett Hill. Congratulations to the Sydnor family and espe...
09/23/2023

A much deserved honor to a Radnor family with deep roots in Garrett Hill. Congratulations to the Sydnor family and especially George Sydnor who received the gift of an everlasting legacy on this his 88th birthday.

Don’t let the rain stop you! The unveiling to immortalize George Sydnor will be held indoors at the St. John’s AME form...
09/22/2023

Don’t let the rain stop you! The unveiling to immortalize George Sydnor will be held indoors at the St. John’s AME formerly Radnor United Methodist Church at 930 Conestoga Rd.

George Sydnor was Radnor’s First African-American Police Detective & Garrett Hill icon who also held a World Record when he ran track at Villanova. After his service at The Radnor Police Department he continued his commitment to community by being a crossing guard at the same intersection (Conestoga Williams) which will be named after him. While George had an impressive resume it pales in comparison to person that he was. If you ever had the privilege to have met George, you’d know he was one of the nicest people you’ve ever met.

I hope to see you at tomorrow’s celebration!

This Saturday at noon we will honoring a very special man and dear friend by honorarily renaming Williams Road George Sy...
09/20/2023

This Saturday at noon we will honoring a very special man and dear friend by honorarily renaming Williams Road George Sydnor Way.

Honor, Courage, and Sacrifice. Thank you to all of our First Responders, here and abroad and may we Never Forget.
09/11/2023

Honor, Courage, and Sacrifice. Thank you to all of our First Responders, here and abroad and may we Never Forget.

The Bryn Mawr Fire Company invites you to their 911 Ceremony. As someone who worked in the Twin Towers a few months pri...
09/09/2023

The Bryn Mawr Fire Company invites you to their 911 Ceremony. As someone who worked in the Twin Towers a few months prior it’s always been a heartfelt event, and we must never forget the sacrifices and courage of our First Responders here and abroad.

Update: 7/12 11:38 I appreciate the comments and spoke to a family member who is a retired veterinarian. Based on the...
07/11/2023

Update: 7/12 11:38 I appreciate the comments and spoke to a family member who is a retired veterinarian. Based on the picture he believes that it may be a fox with sarcoptic mange. I forwarded this and many of your concerns to RPD and asked if possible if there is a way to catch / tranq, treat, and release if possible. A less dramatic and more humane outcome is always more palatable if it can be obtained.

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Radnor Police are on the lookout for what they believe to be a distressed coyote near the Garrett Hill / Beaupre border. If you see it, do not approach and call 911 immediately.

Please keep your pets inside. When outside it’s extremely important that they are leashed and accounted for at all times.

I’ll say it again - Hands down the best damn parade out there. God Bless America & Happy 4th!
07/04/2023

I’ll say it again - Hands down the best damn parade out there.

God Bless America & Happy 4th!

It’s hands down the best damn Parade out there. The Garrett Hill 4th of July Parade is still on and living strong beca...
07/02/2023

It’s hands down the best damn Parade out there.
The Garrett Hill 4th of July Parade is still on and living strong because of our great community leaders and volunteers.

- Float / Bike Registration begins at 9:30 a.m. at Rosemont Business Campus
- Judging begins at 10
- Parade starts at 10:45 with the after party at Clem Macrone Park

Wishing everybody a safe and joyful long weekend celebration - and I hope to see you on the 4th!

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Conestoga Ave
Bryn Mawr, PA
19010

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610-574-2040

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