Infrastructure

August 26, 2022 in Infrastructure

DEP Invites Public Comment on Draft 2022 State Water Plan

As required by the state Water Resources Planning Act of 2002, DEP collaborates with regional committees and a statewide committee to prepare the Pennsylvania State Water Plan. The plan can help legislative, governmental, industry, and community leaders make informed decisions regarding water resources. It includes recommendations from experts to inform policies, programs, and projects related to water availability, infrastructure investment, water resource protection, health and safety, and climate change adaptation.

DEP welcomes comments on the draft 2022 State Water Plan. Comments can be made online through the DEP eComment system, may be emailed to ecomment@pa.gov, or can be mailed to the DEP Policy Office, Rachel Carson State Office Building, P.O. Box 2063 Harrisburg, PA 17105. All comments must include the commenter’s name and address.

The deadline for comments is September 19, 2022, at 11:59 PM.

August 16, 2022 in Infrastructure Services

Traffic Alert: 900 Block of MacDade Blvd Between W. Cobbs Creek and Church Lane Closed

Due to repair work, Baily Road will be closed to thru traffic between Commerce Drive and Industrial Park Drive through Thursday, December 9

December 2, 2021 in Infrastructure

Traffic and Parking Alert: Road Resurfacing Project Week of December 6-10

During the week of Monday, December 6 through Friday, December 10, the borough’s paving contractor will be milling and resurfacing roads in the following areas:

Duncan Avenue from 919 Duncan Avenue to the intersection of Duncan and Darnell Avenues
Paul Drive from Providence Road to Elder Avenue
E. Providence Road from 46 E. Providence Road to 39 E. Providence Road
Holly Road from 429 Holly Road to the intersection of Holly Road and Penn Street
Intersection of Cypress Street and Parmley Avenue

Please remove all vehicles from the street by 6:30 a.m.

If you have a portable basketball pole, please remove it until work has been completed.

Any vehicles parked in the designated areas after the designated time will be towed at the owner’s expense. Parking and traffic in the area being milled and resurfaced will be prohibited until the work is completed. Please do not drive through barricades, as these are placed for the safety and protection of the workers.

Unless absolutely necessary, please do not drive or walk across freshly tarred or paved streets. The oils and tar will stain cars, clothes, carpet, etc.

If we are not there on the above date, we will be there on the following day.

Remember: Only a short-term inconvenience for a better road! Thank you in advance for your cooperation.

November 4, 2021 in Infrastructure

Lansdowne Avenue Traffic Restrictions to Continue Through November 11

There will continue to be traffic restrictions on on Lansdowne Avenue from Elder Avenue to Baily Road through November 11 in order to connect the sewer line.

November 3, 2021 in Infrastructure

Baily Road Closure Between Church Lane and Industrial Park Drive Begins Wednesday, November 3

Please be advised of the road closure on Baily Road between Church Lane and Industrial Park Drive from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Wednesday, November 3 and Friday, November 5.

The road closure will continue on Monday, November 8 every day until sanitary sewer repairs are complete. Emergency vehicles are able to pass with slight delay.

Please follow the detour signs to Penn Street to access the Industrial Park.

October 28, 2021 in Infrastructure Services

Traffic Restrictions on Lansdowne Avenue Nov. 1-4

On Monday, November 1, 2021 through Thursday, November 4, 2021 from 7:00 p.m. to 6:00 a.m. there will be traffic restrictions on Lansdowne Avenue from Elder Avenue to Baily Road in order to connect the sewer line.

October 27, 2021 in Community Infrastructure

Survey Responses Wanted for Eastern Delco Bikeway Study

Yeadon residents are invited to participate in a brief survey focused on prioritizing a bicycle network in Eastern Delaware County. Your feedback will help us identify safer bicycle connections to encourage people of all ages and abilities to hop on a bike!

Please submit your email at the end of the survey to receive project updates. To request a hard copy of the survey please call or text Project Manager Dave Schwartz at (484) 431-0902.

Begin Survey

This survey is being conducted as part of the Eastern Delaware County Bikeway Prioritization Study. The purpose of this Study is to identify regional bicycle connections through Upper Darby, Lansdowne, East Lansdowne, and Yeadon. Your feedback is vital in helping the project team identify important destinations in the region, priority bicycle routes, and necessary bicycle infrastructure improvements to increase safety and encourage cycling for all — from commuters to families.

October 5, 2021 in Community Infrastructure

SEPTA Reimagining Regional Rail – Public Input Wanted

SEPTA has announced plans to develop a vision for Regional Rail though a year-long analysis and public feedback process.

Public input is being gathered online as SEPTA reimagines their rail system based on changing travel needs.

To participate, click here

September 21, 2021 in Government Infrastructure Services

County Solid Waste Hearing on September 30 to be Streamed Live

Delaware County will hold a public hearing on solid waste management at 6:00 p.m. on September 30 in the County Council Public Meeting Room, located in the Government Center (201 W. Front St., Media, PA).

The meeting is being held for Council to review the existing structure of solid waste management and hear questions and concerns from the community regarding the management of solid waste in the county.

A range of panelists have been invited to present including The Delaware County Sustainability Commission, The Delaware County Solid Waste Authority, Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, Covanta, the Energy Justice Network, and Marco J. Castaldo; Professor of Chemical Engineering and Director of the Earth System Science and Environmental Engineering Program at The Grove School of Engineering. The panelists will present information and answer questions from the public.

Members of the public are invited to attend in person or watch virtually. Public comment will be accepted in person during the meeting and by email before and during the meeting. Emailed comments will be reviewed by Council and will not be read during the meeting. Emails can be sent immediately to:sustaindelco@co.delaware.pa.us

The meeting will be streamed live on DelcoPA.dogv
and on YouTube

There will also be additional opportunities for public engagement regarding the management of solid waste in the county in the future.

September 21, 2021 in Infrastructure

Traffic Alert: Baily Road and Church Lane Area

Due to emergency sanitary sewer repairs, Baily Road off of Church Lane will experience delays.

Large tractor trailers will be redirected to Industrial Park. Baily Road between Orchard Avenue and Industrial Park will be closed. Please plan accordingly. Thank you for your cooperation.