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 is National Weatherization Month. Weatherization provides a cost-effective permanent solution for reducing the heavy energy burden on low-income Americans. As the cold weather approaches, most families across the country are turning up their thermostats to combat dropping temperatures. For low-income families, however, cranking up the heat is not always an option. According to the U.S. Department of Energy, these families pay 16.3% or more of their annual incomes for energy compared to 3.5% for others. However, Weatherization can help low-income families save an average of $283 per year. The Weatherization Program is available to help make low-income households more energy efficient.
The Weatherization Assistance Program in Delaware County is administered by the Community Action Agency of Delaware County, Inc. (CAADC). The program provides quality energy education and home conservation modifications. CAADC also provides Weatherization services in Lebanon, Chester, Montgomery and Lancaster Counties. All services are free of charge. Visit https://caadc.org/services/energy/ to learn more.
Edward T. Coleman, Chief Executive Officer of CAADC, urged, “This program can make a real tangible difference immediately to those already on a strained budget and continue to help them in the future. This is an excellent time to call and get fast service before winter arrives and the program gets very busy.”
Funding for this program is provided by the PA Department of Community and Economic Development. Income guidelines do apply. To apply for the Weatherization Program or for additional information, residents can contact CAADC at (610) 521-8770.
The Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps low-income families pay their heating bills. Households in immediate danger of being without heat can also qualify for crisis grants. The cash grant is a one-time payment sent directly to the utility company/fuel provider to be credited on your bill. These grants range from $500 to $1,500 based on household size, income, and fuel type. LIHEAP is a grant. You do not have to repay it. More information can be found at https://www.dhs.pa.gov/Services/Assistance/Pages/LIHEAP.aspx
To receive help:
• Apply between Oct. 18, 2021 and May 6, 2022.
• You don’t have to be on public assistance
• You don’t need to have an unpaid heating bill
• You can either rent or own your home
How to apply. . .
There are two ways to apply for LIHEAP:
Online: Apply for benefits online using COMPASS at COMPASS HHS Home, the online tool for Pennsylvanians to apply for health and human service programs and manage benefit information.
On paper: You can download a paper application, print it, fill it out, and return it to your local county assistance office – find yours at CAO Contact. After your application is reviewed, you will receive written notice explaining your eligibility and the amount of assistance you will receive. Please allow 30 days for a response.
Pennsylvania Resources Council (PRC) will host an electronics recycling collection event on Wednesday, October 27, from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at
Please visit prc.org/DelcoCollection or call 610-353-1555 x3
Upland County Park is located at 280 6th Street, Upland, PA 19015
At no cost, individuals can drop off the following for recycling:
Visit prc.org/DelcoCollection to learn more and register.
Due to the planned reopening of the Marple plant/dump site after a two-week shutdown, the hold on bulk trash will end the week of October 17.
The Borough of Yeadon thanks you for your cooperation during this time.
Important Trash Collection Notice
There will be a two week shut down of the Marple plant/dump site, which means the Chester and Covanta plants will be the only ones in service. When Chester reaches their daily limit of tonnage, the collection stops. Covanta services both Delaware County and out of state trucks. As a result of these procedures, there will be much longer wait times and delays in service. Based on this situation, the trash hauler is requesting that residents hold their bulk items until this matter is resolved.
As you may be aware, Delaware County will be holding 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.gov and on YouTube
There will also be additional opportunities for public engagement regarding the management of solid waste in the county in the future.
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.
Trench restoration work is being performed on Longacre Boulevard between Church Lane and Cypress Street.
The roads will be closed to through traffic during this time.
Twice-a-week trash collection ended on August 31, and once-a-week collection will resume accordingly.
Also, in observance of Labor Day, trash will not be collected on Monday, September 6th, and will be collected on Tuesday, September 7th instead.
Due to repairs, Public Works will not be using the street sweeper for several days.
Residents are asked to continue to follow the no parking signs and move their vehicles during this time, because Public Works will be around to pick up any trash.