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Dear 8th Ward Resident,
All PennWaste collections will be delayed one day due to inclement weather.
Dear 8th Ward Resident,
Here are some township updates that I hope you find useful. As a general reminder, when we turn the clocks back at 2 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 7, 2021 make sure you check the batteries in your smoke detector(s) to ensure they are still operable. Having a working smoke detector could save your life and the lives of your loved ones.
Election Day
On Tuesday, Nov. 2 we hold our Municipal General Election. Polls are open from 7 am to 8 pm. The 8th Ward polling place is the entrance to Thomas Holtzman Elementary School facing Blue Mountain. Find a sample ballot here. I look forward to seeing you at the polls!
Township Newsletter & Recreation Updates
Our latest township newsletter has been released and you can find helpful information on Fall leaf collection (which will begin on Nov. 1) and more. Additionally, the township is striving to provide more opportunities for recreation and community events. A ceremony was recently held celebrating the near-completion of Boyd Park, providing wonderful opportunities for passive recreation. Also, on Nov. 20, you can take part in our Walk with a Doc program on the Capital Area Greenbelt. Dr. Everett Hills has been kind enough to participate in this unique program.
Finally, we want to hear from you about some of the offerings you’d like to see from the township. Please fill out this questionnaire so we can hear from you!
Trick-or-Treat
Our annual trick-or-treat festivities will be held next Sunday, Oct. 31 from 6 pm to 8 pm. If you don’t want to participate, please keep your exterior lights off to discourage visitors to your home between those hours. The township encourages all participants to follow CDC guidelines related to outdoor activities. Susquehanna Township School District is also holding a Trunk-or-Treat event in the parking lot of the high school on Thursday, Oct. 28. In order to attend, you must register for the event.
See Something, Say Something
Susquehanna Township has partnered with a company called See-Click-Fix to develop a way for residents to stay in touch with the township and let us know what’s happening in your neighborhoods called Susquehanna Connects! The system provides updates on the progress made when folks report on what is happening. You can access it by clicking the link above or by downloading an app to your phone by searching Susquehanna Connect in your app store.
Traffic Studies
I have requested several traffic studies in different areas of Ward 8. One has been completed in the area of Appletree Road, west of Fargreen Road. At this point speed humps are NOT recommended in that area for several reasons including, normal speeds being recorded during the study period, lack of curbing could allow people to drive around speed humps, the accident data shows three accidents reported in the last three years but only one of those attributed to speed. I concur with this recommendation and have been assured that increased speed enforcement will occur in the area. Traffic studies in Windsor Farms and along Deer Path Road are also in progress.
It remains my honor to serve as your Commissioner. Feel free to contact me if I can be of assistance. I wish you and your family continued health and safety, and look forward to seeing you soon!
https://www.susquehannatwp.com/sites/g/files/vyhlif3896/f/uploads/susquehannatwsp_fallwinter_21.pdf
Dear 8th Ward Resident,
Here are some township updates that I hope you find useful. As a general reminder, when we turn the clocks back at 2 a.m. on Sunday, Nov. 7, 2021 make sure you check the batteries in your smoke detector(s) to ensure they are still operable. Having a working smoke detector could save your life and the lives of your loved ones.
Election Day
On Tuesday, Nov. 2 we hold our Municipal General Election. Polls are open from 7 am to 8 pm. The 8th Ward polling place is the entrance to Thomas Holtzman Elementary School facing Blue Mountain. Find a sample ballot here. I look forward to seeing you at the polls!
Township Newsletter & Recreation Updates
Our latest township newsletter has been released and you can find helpful information on Fall leaf collection (which will begin on Nov. 1) and more. Additionally, the township is striving to provide more opportunities for recreation and community events. A ceremony was recently held celebrating the near-completion of Boyd Park, providing wonderful opportunities for passive recreation. Also, on Nov. 20, you can take part in our Walk with a Doc program on the Capital Area Greenbelt. Dr. Everett Hills has been kind enough to participate in this unique program.
Finally, we want to hear from you about some of the offerings you’d like to see from the township. Please fill out this questionnaire so we can hear from you!
Trick-or-Treat
Our annual trick-or-treat festivities will be held next Sunday, Oct. 31 from 6 pm to 8 pm. If you don’t want to participate, please keep your exterior lights off to discourage visitors to your home between those hours. The township encourages all participants to follow CDC guidelines related to outdoor activities. Susquehanna Township School District is also holding a Trunk-or-Treat event in the parking lot of the high school on Thursday, Oct. 28. In order to attend, you must register for the event.
See Something, Say Something
Susquehanna Township has partnered with a company called See-Click-Fix to develop a way for residents to stay in touch with the township and let us know what’s happening in your neighborhoods called Susquehanna Connects! The system provides updates on the progress made when folks report on what is happening. You can access it by clicking the link above or by downloading an app to your phone by searching Susquehanna Connect in your app store.
Traffic Studies
I have requested several traffic studies in different areas of Ward 8. One has been completed in the area of Appletree Road, west of Fargreen Road. At this point speed humps are NOT recommended in that area for several reasons including, normal speeds being recorded during the study period, lack of curbing could allow people to drive around speed humps, the accident data shows three accidents reported in the last three years but only one of those attributed to speed. I concur with this recommendation and have been assured that increased speed enforcement will occur in the area. Traffic studies in Windsor Farms and along Deer Path Road are also in progress.
It remains my honor to serve as your Commissioner. Feel free to contact me if I can be of assistance. I wish you and your family continued health and safety, and look forward to seeing you soon!
Justin Fleming
Susquehanna Township 8th Ward Commissioner
717-571-4063 (cell)
E-mail: [email protected]
Justin Fleming
Susquehanna Township 8th Ward Commissioner
717-571-4063 (cell)
E-mail: [email protected]
Dear 8th Ward Resident,
PennWaste collection will be delayed one day next week due to the Labor Day holiday.
https://mailchi.mp/pennwaste/collection-update-labor-day?e=af742db37d
Monday, September 6th, 2021: Due to Penn Waste being closed on Labor Day, all Residential Penn Waste collections will be delayed one (1) day for the remainder of that week. Monday customers will be collected on Tuesday. Tuesday customers will be collected on Wednesday and so on for the remainder of....
Please join us for this year’s National Night Out, we look forward to seeing you there!
Dear 8th Ward Resident,
I hope you are doing well and remaining healthy as we hopefully return to a sense of normalcy in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.
COVID-19 Update
As a reminder every Pennsylvanian over the age of 12 is now eligible for a vaccine! Visit https://apps.health.pa.gov/pavaccineprovidermap/ to see the vaccination site nearest you. In an abundance of caution, the township building remains closed to visitors but the police vestibule is now open for folks to walk in. Township staff remains accessible and available to help residents via phone or email.
Primary Election Day
Primary Election Day is on Tuesday, May 18, 2021. The 8th Ward polling place is at Thomas Holtzman Elementary School rear entrance facing Christian McNaughton Park. I will be voting in person but won't be present at the polls as I have been in prior years. I hope to return to my all-day posting during the General Election in November. For additional information on the candidates, please see Pennlive's 2021 Voter's Guide.
Township Updates
Like May, yard waste pickup will take place twice in June. Please see the calendar for scheduled yard waste pickup. Street sweeping will commence in June and will typically take place the day following trash pickup in your neighborhood. A schedule has been posted for street sweeping as well.
Susquehanna Township is engaged in a public/private partnership for a K-9 unit to support the efforts of the police department. If you're interested, please donate here: https://www.susquehannatwp.com/police-department/pages/k9-fund.
It remains my incredible honor to represent you as your commissioner. I am eternally grateful for this opportunity to be helpful and serve our community!
Justin Fleming
Susquehanna Township 8th Ward Commissioner
717-571-4063 (cell)
E-mail: [email protected]
Preparing for Susquehanna Township’s Next Generation of K-9 Officers!Click HERE to make a donation to the Susquehanna Township K-9 Fund.Make a Difference: Bring K-9 Officers Back to Susquehanna TownshipYou can make a difference in Susquehanna Township by donating to return K-9 “officers” to ou...
Susquehanna Township's Stormwater Management Program is looking to develop new educational workshops and volunteer opportunities for residents. Please complete this quick survey to help provide feedback to Susquehanna Township!
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/WBKCRQW
Dear 8th Ward Resident,
With mitigation efforts still in place and the number of COVID-19 vaccinations increasing, I’m happy to announce that our playgrounds and passive recreation facilities in the township are now open! If you have questions, feel free to contact me.
https://www.susquehannatwp.com/home/news/parks-and-recreation-opening-2021
We Can Play!!!
Dear 8th Ward Resident,
Due to inclement weather Penn Waste routes for today are cancelled. Penn Waste will collect today’s waste tomorrow and will attempt to catch up during the week.
https://www.susquehannatwp.com/home/news/penn-waste-inclement-weather-collection-updates-february-22-2021?fbclid=IwAR3INEUGfWXC8k_9NhwsDQmCSyuxdHWmxddgCSRczgYoGvBaw71-62z7sEs
February 22, 2021 -
Dear 8th Ward Resident,
Penn Waste will not be collecting for Thursday or Friday due to inclement weather. They will allow double the amount for collection next week.
https://mailchi.mp/pennwaste/collection-update-inclement-weather-21921-routes-now-cancelled?e=af742db37d
Friday, February 19, 2021 - Due to inclement weather and road conditions, Penn Waste Residential Routes are now cancelled for Friday. Due to this cancellation, we will collect double the allowed limit for any Thursday and Friday customers on your next regularly scheduled collection day. The safety o...
Dear 8th Ward Resident,
Please see the latest Penn Waste collection update delaying trash/recycling pickup due to inclement weather.
https://mailchi.mp/pennwaste/collection-update-inclement-weather-21821?e=af742db37d
Dear 8th Ward Resident,
Some folks have been inquiring about the availability of vaccines. Here is the link from the PA Department of Health to get screened and schedule a vaccine.
https://www.pa.gov/guides/get-vaccinated/
Use this guide to see when you can get vaccinated and get more information on COVID protections in Pennsylvania.
Dear 8th Ward Resident,
As we face our first winter dealing with COVID-19 I hope you and your families are staying safe by socially distancing, wearing masks, and continuing to wash your hands. Please see the following updates that I hope are helpful.
COVID-19 Update
The township municipal building remains closed to walk-in visitors until at least January 19 as case counts continue to rise. Township staff continues to serve the needs of residents by email and phone. If you have been in contact with a staff person and are waiting more than 72 hours for a response, please don't hesitate to contact me.
Statewide, as of noon on Jan. 9, more than 700,000 residents have tested positive for Coronavirus and 17,000+ have died. The current recovery rate is listed at 73%. In Dauphin County there are just over 15,000 cases including a recent announcement from the PA Department of Health that the first case of the COVID-19 variant was identified in someone from Dauphin County.
Susquehanna Township School District administrators have announced that students are allowed back for in-person instruction on Jan. 25, though they continue to rely on data from the PA Department of Health to make decisions on returning to school.
Township Updates
The Susquehanna Township Commissioners have approved a 2021 fiscal year budget with no tax or fee increases. This year tested us with tremendous budgetary pressures due to the Coronavirus. Difficult personnel choices had to be made in an effort to save money. I commend township manager David Kratzer, finance officer Jill Lovett, and director of public safety Rob Martin for their daily fiscal stewardship in helping us achieve a balanced budget.
Christmas trees will be collected on Saturday, Jan. 16 so be sure to place your tree where your garbage is collected if you want it removed. Penn Waste has released its 2021 waste collection calendar.
If you hear fireworks being set off in your neighborhood, contact the township to report it. Any use of fireworks has to comply with the new township ordinance that was passed in August.
Fire/Public Safety Update - From Fire Marshal, Chief George Drees
Susquehanna Township Fire/Rescue Services would like to wish everyone a healthy, happy, and safe 2021. Susquehanna Township Firefighters responded to 1247 emergencies for 2020. Rescue Fire Company responded to 515 of those calls. This was down a little over 100 calls and we expect it is due to less employees in buildings or traveling due to COVID19. Of those calls 28 were working fires and 11 were accidents with entrapment. These numbers were attributed to lack of attention when driving and cooking.
Tips for the winter months:
Back into parking spaces because most parking lot accidents happen from trying to back out of a parking space. And if your car breaks down, it is easier to jump or tow.
Keep heating sources clear of combustibles and do not become distracted when cooking.
Never attempt to heat your home from a stove or kerosene heater. And if you heat with anything other than electric, you should have a smoke/carbon dioxide detector in your home.
Snow/Ice- take it easy when shoveling or driving. If you don't need to be out, stay in. Or shovel out your neighbor and fire hydrant.
Homeland Security starts at home. Our volunteers responded to hundreds of emergencies and non emergencies to assist our citizens. Please do your part in the pandemic as it pertains to your and our safety. We follow all the latest guidelines, rules and policies that are put out. We might not all like it, but we know we need to be safe so we can protect both you and our own families. Our members are anxiously waiting for our chance to be vaccinated.
2020 was a very long year. Frustrations and uncertainty regarding health, work, school, and finances seemed to be the norm. Please take an extra minute to breathe. Smiles can't be seen under a mask so please continue wearing a mask but take the time to greet someone that catches your eyes, it goes a long way. And we say prayers for our country, commonwealth and community, take a moment to think of your unpaid professional firefighters. They are still committed to your safety regardless of the pandemic.
As commissioner, I'd like to thank our police, volunteer firefighters and EMS workers who have continued to serve the public in the face of COVID-19. Their professionalism and preparedness has been second to none and they continue to answer the call to keep us safe. The same goes for healthcare professionals, those who work in the food supply chains, truckers, mechanics, warehouse workers and all other essential employees.
Finally, as we bid farewell to 2020 and look hopefully upon the promise of 2021, this was easily the most challenging year I've experienced personally and as an elected official. But, serving you all continues to bring me joy and I remain extremely privileged to do so. The township commissioners and key staff meet virtually to do business. Our meetings are at 6:30 p.m. on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of the month. The Zoom link is always on the township homepage so feel free to tune in! Stay safe and be well.
Justin Fleming
Susquehanna Township 8th Ward Commissioner
717-571-4063 (cell)
E-mail: [email protected]
Dear 8th Ward resident,
All Friday Penn Waste collection routes will be delayed one day due to New Years Day.
https://mailchi.mp/pennwaste/collection-update-new-years-day-2021?e=af742db37d
New Year’s Day Collection Schedule: Friday, January 1st, 2021 Due to the New Year’s Day holiday, all residential Penn Waste routes will be delayed one (1) day. Friday customers will be collected on Saturday. In order to ensure your waste and recyclables are collected, please place your material ...
Dear 8th Ward resident,
Please see the following photo with a message from Penn Waste. There will be no garbage collection tomorrow due to the snowstorm. They will collect double the volume for Wednesday and Thursday collection.
Dear 8th Ward Resident,
Trash pickup will not occur on Thanksgiving Day and normal Thursday/Friday pickup will be delayed one day.
Today is Election Day, and polls close at 8 p.m. Please be sure to vote today and participate in your democracy! A list of polling places in Susquehanna Township can be found here: https://www.susquehannatwp.com/home/pages/susquehanna-township-polling-locations
The deadline to register to vote is Monday, October 19. If you still need to register, take a few minutes and find all the information you need here.
https://www.dauphincounty.org/government/departments/elections_and_voter_registration/index.php
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