Pre-2014 News - Salisbury Township, Lehigh County, PA

The following is a collection of news items that appeared on our website prior to 2014:

Reorganization Meetings
The Board of Commissioners will hold a Reorganization Meeting on Monday, January 6, 2014 at 7:00 PM at the Salisbury Township Municipal Building, 2900 S. Pike Ave., Allentown, PA 18103.

The Civil Service Commission will hold a Reorganization Meeting on Monday, January 6, 2014 at 3:00 PM at the Salisbury Township Municipal Building, 2900 S. Pike Ave., Allentown, PA 18103.
(posted 12/30/13)

Holiday Trash Collection
Please be advised for the residents who have Wednesday, December 25, 2013 trash and recycling services, this collection will be picked up on Saturday, December 28, 2013. For trash and recycling services on Wednesday, January 1, 2014, this collection will be picked up on Saturday, January 4, 2014.
(posted 12/18/13)

NOTICE RE: 12/14/2013 SATURDAY TRASH COLLECTION
Due to inclement weather expected for Saturday, December 14, 2013, Waste Management will start collection at 4:00 A.M. Please make sure you place your trash out Friday evening.
(posted 12/13/13)

Lehigh County: UGI Working on Emmaus Avenue Today in Salisbury Township
Get More Details.
(posted 12/12/13)

Planning Commission Meeting Cancelled – The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for December 10, 2013 has been cancelled due to inclement weather.
(posted 12/10/13)

PennDOT Issues Reminder to Keep Snow off of Roadways
With the winter season in full swing, PennDOT is reminding residents of guidelines for shoveling or plowing snow around state-owned roadways to help ensure safe travel through the season.
Get More Details.
(posted 12/10/13)

NOTICE RE: 12/10/13 TUESDAY TRASH & RECYCLING PICKUP
Due to inclement weather expected for Tuesday, December 10, 2013, Waste Management will start collecting at 5:00 A.M.
(posted 12/9/13)

Board of Commissioners December 2013 Meetings
For the month of December, the Salisbury Township Board of Commissioners will conduct Township business on Thursday, December 19, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. The regular meeting and workshop will take place at the Salisbury Township Municipal Building, 2900 South Pike Avenue, Allentown, PA 18103 and are open to the public. The December 12th and December 26th Board of Commissioner meetings are canceled.
(posted 12/4/13)

2014 Proposed Budget Available for Public Inspection
The Board of Commissioners of Salisbury Township, Lehigh County, PA, (the “Township”) is making available for public inspection the Township’s proposed budget for the 2014 calendar year. The proposed budget is available for inspection at the Township Municipal Building, 2900 South Pike Avenue, Allentown, PA 18103, on any regular business day between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. prevailing time. The date set for the adoption of the budget is Thursday, December 19, 2013 at 7:00 PM. The Salisbury Township Municipal Building is accessible to the physically handicapped. Any person that requires special assistance because of any impairment is requested to contact Mr. Randy Soriano, Township Manager, at (610) 797-4000 to arrange for the necessary assistance.
View the 2014 Proposed Budget
(posted 11/27/13)

Gobble, Gobble…If You Are Thinking Of Frying A Turkey This Thanksgiving Read Further
Tips to Avoid a Turkey Frying Homeowners Catastrophe (posted 11/25/13)

SPECIAL MEETING NOTICE
The Salisbury Township Board of Commissioners will hold a Special Workshop session on Thursday, November 14, 2013 at 7:00 p.m. to discuss the proposed 2014 Budget. The meeting will be held in the Board Meeting Room at the Township Municipal Building located at 2900 South Pike Avenue, Allentown, PA 18103

Library Referendum
On November 5, 2013 you will be asked to vote either for or against a Library Referendum question whether to continue funding the participation of Salisbury Township in the Allentown Public Library system.
Click Here for More Information. (posted 10/31/13)

Invitation to Bid
The Township of Salisbury will receive sealed bids for the closed circuit television inspection and pressure testing and grouting of various segments of their sanitary sewer system. The work will include sewer main cleaning, TV inspection of approximately 45,000 LF of sewer main, laterals, and pressure testing 1400 joints and grouting main line joints and laterals as required, data logging and report generation for 8″, 10″, 12″, and 15″ sanitary sewer mains.
Click Here for More Information (PDF, posted 10/30/13)

Salisbury Township Trick-or-Treat Night
Friday, October 25 from 6pm – 8pm
Click here for a flyer. (PDF, posted 10/8/13)

MS4 Public Education
Clean water is important to us because it provides us with drinking water, a place for recreation, and supports habitat for wildlife. Salisbury Township has initiated a public education program on storm water management because of its effect on water quality. According to the United States Environmental Protection Agency, polluted storm water runoff is a leading cause of impairment to the nearly 40 percent of U.S. water bodies which do not meet water quality standards.
Learn More. (posted 9/24/13)

Salisbury Township Leaf Collection
The Salisbury Township Public Works Department will begin the curbside vacuum leaf collection starting on Monday, October 28, 2013. The collection will begin in the Fifth Ward and will continue eastward through mid to late December, weather permitting. Residents are asked to place their leaves along the edge of the road. To facilitate the vacuum leaf pickup, please keep all vehicles away from the area where leaves are piled. For your convenience, we will be posting leaf crew location and general direction of collection each Friday throughout the leaf season at www.salisburytownshippa.org. The location will also be posted in the Township office.
Click Here for More Information. (posted 9/6/13)

Fall 2013 Curbside Branch Collection Program
The Fall 2013 Curbside Branch Collection Program is scheduled to take place September 16th – 20th . Residents should place the branches at the curb on Sunday after 6 p.m. Branches may be no longer than 5 feet long and 5 inches in diameter. Branches should be bundled and tied with twine. Open containers (no lids) can be used for small branches. (Posted 9/3/13)

Early Refuse Pickup
Due to high temperatures expected this week and concern for worker safety, Waste Management will start collecting at 5 AM beginning Tuesday, July 16, 2013 through Saturday, July 20, 2013. (posted 7/15/13)

Township to Begin Enforcement of No Animals at Parks Ordinance
Township officials would like to remind Township residents and all visitors of Salisbury Township parks that DOGS OR OTHER DOMESTIC ANIMALS are not allowed at Township parks, with the exception of Franko Farm Park and Walking Purchase Park (leashed dogs only are allowed).
Click Here for More Information (PDF)

Compost and Mulch Available to All Salisbury Residents:
Mulch and Compost is available at no cost to Township residents at Franko Drop Off Center and Devonshire Drop Off Center. Mulch and compost are provided to residents who visit the sites on a first-come, first-served basis. Residents must bring and fill their own buckets for the materials desired to supplement their gardening or landscaping projects. Quantities are limited. (posted 6/14/13)

Invitation to Bid
The Township of Salisbury will receive sealed bids for the application of a double bituminous seal coat on approximately 27,700 linear feet of Township Roads (approximately 67,000 square yards). In addition, the work will include approximately 220 tons of scratch/leveling and replacement of the existing pavement markings.
Click Here for More Information (PDF, posted 6/13/13)

Motorists Warned To Steer Clear of High Water in Wake of Flooding
With heavy rains projected for the region this weekend, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) warns motorists to take precautions for driving during inclement weather, and not to attempt driving through high water. This weekend’s rainfall may cause water to back up on area roadways.
Read the News Release. (posted 6/10/13)

NOTICES
The Board of Commissioners is expected to take action on the proposed Dog Ordinance and Redistricting Ordinance on June 13, 2013 after hearing public comments. The Meeting will be held at 7:00 p.m. in the Board Room of the Salisbury Township Municipal Building, 2900 S. Pike Avenue, Allentown PA 18103. (posted 6/10/13)

2013 Summer Playground Program
The 2012 Summer Playground Program begins on Monday, June 17, 2013 and ends on Friday, July 26, 2013. Township children who have completed Kindergarten through age 12 are eligible to participate. Program hours are Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 12 noon and Wednesday evenings 6:30 PM to 8 PM.

Park locations are as follows:

Green Acres
Lindberg
Devonshire
Laubach

Click here for more information on the program. Registration forms will be available at each park location or download the form and bring it with your child to the park. (Please complete one form per child.) (posted 6/6/13)

Hurricane Season Approaches
Over the past two years, our region has seen numerous major hurricanes and tropical storms. In 2011 Hurricane Irene and Tropical Storm Lee brought fierce winds, and heavy rains. Last year Hurricane Sandy brought battering storm surge to coastal and bay areas, and heavy snows to inland areas. All areas of our region saw the various effects that hurricanes and tropical storms can have.
See Press Release. (posted 5/29/13)

Lt. Governor, Fire Commissioner Announce Safety Awareness Program
New State Requirements for Yellow Corrugated Stainless Steel Tubing
Harrisburg – Lt. Governor Jim Cawley and State Fire Commissioner Ed Mann today announced the start of a new safety awareness program for yellow corrugated stainless steel tubing.
See Press Release. (posted 5/28/13)

Commissioners Honor Salisbury Volunteers
On Thursday, April 18, 2013, the Salisbury Township Board of Commissioners held a special ceremony and dinner at the Township Municipal Building honoring nine residents whose volunteer efforts and dedicated services have benefited the citizens of the Salisbury Township community.
Click here for details. (posted 5/24/13)

NOTICE OF MEETING CANCELLATION
Due to lack of agency formal business, the May 23, 2013 Board of Commissioners Meeting is hereby cancelled. Our next meeting will be June 13, 2013. (posted 5/17/13)

Invitation to Bid
The Township of Salisbury will receive sealed bids for the construction of a water main replacement along South Ellsworth Street, between East Paoli Street and Lynnwood Streets. The work will include the installation of approximately 308 linear feet of 6″ water main and appurtenances. All sealed paper bids, mailed or delivered in person, will be received until 10:00 AM (prevailing time) on Thursday, June 6, 2013 at the Office of the Township Manager, Salisbury Township, 2900 South Pike Avenue, Allentown, PA 18103, at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud.
Click here for More Information. (PDF)

Job Openings: Public Works Positions (Class A Operators) Highway & Utility Divisions
Click here for details. (posted 5/3/13)

Emergency Preparedness Poster
The Salisbury Township Police Department and the Salisbury Township Emergency Management Department have partnered with Lehigh Valley Health Network to produce a multi-purpose emergency preparedness poster. The poster, which provides important information concerning weather emergencies; natural disasters; fires, hazardous materials releases; chemical, biological and nuclear attacks; may also be used to indicate a resident’s need for assistance during an event.
News Release | View the Poster (PDF, posted 4/19/13)

Spring Branch Collection
Salisbury Township Spring Branch Collection starts April 15, 2013.
Click here for details. (PDF, posted 4/15/13)

Prescription Drug Take-Back Day
Prescription Drug Take-Back Day will be held at the South Mall, 3300 Lehigh Street, Allentown (Salisbury Township) PA on Saturday, April 27, 2013 from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM.
Click here for more info. (PDF, posted 3/18/13)

Volunteer Recognition Awards
The Salisbury Township Board of Commissioners is sponsoring a volunteer recognition awards program to honor individuals who have dedicated their time and energy to further the Salisbury Township community’s quality of life. If you know someone who volunteers in the Township that you believe deserves recognition, then please download and complete the Nomination Application and submit by March 29, 2013 to Attn: Randy Soriano, Salisbury Township, 2900 South Pike Avenue, Allentown, PA 18103. Submissions may also be sent via FAX # 610-797-5516 or email to rsoriano@salisburytownshippa.org. (posted 3/11/13)

Salisbury Township’s 1st Annual Earth Day Event
The Salisbury Township Environmental Advisory Council (EAC) is holding their 1st Annual Earth Day Event at Lindberg Park on Saturday, May 18, 2013 from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Please come join the EAC as they provide presentations on Healthy Lawn Maintenance, Recycling, Bird Town and Composting. A special guest appearance will be made by Waste Management’s recycling robot – Cycler! Please contact Salisbury Township at 610-797-4000 or click here (PDF) for more information. (posted 3/7/13)

Job Opening: Drop Off Center Operator
Click here for details. (posted 3/4/13)

Winter/Spring 2013 Issue of Salisbury Connections
View this issue of Salisbury Connections (PDF, posted 2/13/13)

WASTE MANAGEMENT SUSPENDS GARBAGE COLLECTION IN SALISBURY TOWNSHIP
See Press Release. (posted 2/8/13)

DEP Announces Temporary Reactivation of Sunshine Solar Rebate Program
Funding Available for Previously Submitted, Future Projects for a Limited Time
See Press Release. (posted 1/30/13)

Lehigh County will be hosting a Spring “Anything with a Plug” electronics recycling event
To be held on Saturday, April 13th 2013 from 9:00 AM until 12:00 Noon.

At any of the following three locations:

In the rear parking lot (parking lot E) at LCCC in Schnecksville
In the parking lot of Olympus America Inc. in Upper Saucon Township
In west Bethlehem at the Lowe’s Bethlehem PA Store (store# 1867) by Martin Tower and 378

View flyer for details. (PDF, posted 1/23/13)

Christmas Tree Collection
Waste Management will be collecting Christmas trees during the weeks of January 7th and 14th on the second pickup of the week.

County Green Future Grant Funds To Fund Lindberg Park Connection Trail In Jeopardy
Township residents are asked to make their presence known at the Lehigh County Commissioners meeting on Wednesday, December 19, 2012. The meeting begins at 7:30 PM in the Lehigh County Government Center at 17 South 7th Street in Allentown. The meeting will determine the fate of a $160,000 Lehigh County Green Futures grant requested by the Township to fund Phase I of the Lindberg Park Master Site Plan and Neighborhood Connection Trail project. Other communities such as Upper Saucon, Emmaus and Lower Macungie have also applied for recreation projects. These are also in jeopardy.
Click here for details. (posted 12/18/12)

Lindberg Park Study Committee Meeting
The Salisbury Township Lindberg Park Study Committee will be holding its second public meeting on December 10, 2012 at 6:30 p.m. at the Salisbury Township Municipal Building.
Click for more info. (posted 12/14/12)

Invitation to Bid
The Township of Salisbury will receive sealed bids for closed circuit television inspection and pressure testing and grouting of various segments of their sanitary sewer system. The work will include sewer line cleaning & TV-inspection of approximately 35,000 LF sewer main and 8,900 LF of joint testing and grouting, data logging and report generation for 8″, 12″, and 15″ diameter sanitary sewer main. Sealed bids will be received until 2:00 PM (prevailing time) on Monday, December 17, 2012 at the Township of Salisbury Municipal Building, 2900 Pike Avenue, Allentown, PA 18103, at which time they will be publicly opened and read aloud.
Click here for More Information. (PDF, posted 11/20/12)

Salisbury Township Residents
Effective January 2013, the Covered Device Recycling Act (House Bill 708), Act 108 of 2010 will go into effect. Our hauler, Waste Management, will institute new rules governing our contract. Therefore, you will no longer be able to dispose electronic devices at curbside with your garbage.
For additional information click here. (PDF, posted 11/19/12)

Invitation to Bid
The Township of Salisbury will receive sealed bids for the Security Upgrades of the existing Salisbury Township Municipal Building. Work includes General and Electrical work to be completed under a General Construction contract.
Click Here for More Information. (PDF, posted 11/10/12)

Governor Corbett Announces Hurricane Deductibles Will Not be Applied to Sandy-related Insurance Claims
View Press Release. (PDF, posted 11/9/12)

NOTICE TO VOTERS
IF YOU ARE UNSURE WHERE YOUR POLLING PLACE IS LOCATED PLEASE USE THE FOLLOWING LINK TO LOCATE ADDRESS:
http://www.lehighcounty.org/Departments/VoterRegistration/PollingPlaces/tabid/458/Default.aspx
(Choose Salisbury Township and District)

If you are unsure in what district you reside please contact the LC Voter Registration at the following:

Lehigh County Government Center
17 South Seventh Street
Allentown, PA 18101-2401
Phone: (610) 782-3194
Fax: (610) 770-3845
electionboard@lehighcounty.org

Business Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Monday through Friday. (posted 11/5/12)

Salisbury Township Press Release Regarding Hurricane Sandy
Read the release. (posted 11/2/12)

Board of Commissioners Meeting Notice
The Salisbury Township Board of Commissioners regular meetings have been rescheduled for November 2012. The first and second meetings will instead be held on Thursday, November 15, 2012 and Thursday, November 29, 2012. The regular meetings are open to the public and begin at 7:00 p.m. in the Salisbury Township Municipal Building, 2900 South Pike Avenue, Allentown, PA. (posted 10/31/12)

Salisbury Residents are Asked to Notify the Township of Structural Damages
The Township is seeking information from residents who have sustained structural damages due to Hurricane Sandy. This information will be helpful in the event FEMA or PEMA conducts damage assessments to determine whether the Township qualifies for disaster assistance. Residents who wish to notify the Township of property damage may email the Township at info@salisburytownshippa.org or call 610-797-4000. (posted 10/31/12)

Residents may obtain information from the following sources for assistance in the aftermath of Hurricane Sandy
For updates on power outages, call PPL at 1-800-342-5775 or visit the PPL website at:
https://www.pplelectric.com/my-account/outage-center.aspx

Survival Tips After The Storm: CPSC, FEMA and USFA Warn About Deadly Dangers After Hurricane Sandy Passes
Click here for details. (posted 10/31/12)

Trick or Treat Night
Salisbury Township’s Trick or Treat Night will take place on Friday, October 26, 2012 from 6 PM – 8 PM.
Halloween Safety Tips (posted 10/18/12)

SALISBURY TOWNSHIP LEAF COLLECTION
The Salisbury Township Public Works Department will begin the curbside vacuum leaf collection starting on Monday, October 29, 2012. The collection will begin in the First Ward and will continue westward through mid to late December, weather permitting. Residents are asked to place their leaves along the edge of the road. To facilitate the vacuum leaf pickup, please keep all vehicles away from the area where leaves are piled.
More Information Here. (posted 10/2/12)

Lindberg Park Master Site Plan
Township residents may view the Draft Site Design Drawing depicting the proposed Lindberg Park Master Site Plan as presented at the public meeting held on Monday, September 17, 2012.
View the Draft. (PDF, posted 9/21/12)

Electronics Recycling Events
Lehigh County, Olympus, Lowe’s Home Improvement, and LCCC are hosting Free Electronics Recycling Events on September 22, 2012 at three locations.
Click for more info. (posted 9/18/12)

COMPREHENSIVE PLAN PROPOSED RESOLUTION FOR VOTE
At the September 13, 2012 Board of Commissioners meeting which will be held at the Salisbury Township Municipal Building, 2900 South Pike Avenue, Allentown, PA 18103, the Salisbury Township Board of Commissioners will be voting on a proposed Resolution adopting the Salisbury Township Comprehensive Plan Final Draft April 2012 and revised Errata Sheet dated August 22, 2012.
Click to view the proposed Resolution. (PDF, 33MB, posted 9/6/12)

Attention Salisbury Residents
The Fall 2012 Curbside Branch Collection Program is scheduled to take place September 17 – 21, 2012. Residents should place the branches at the curb on Sunday after 6 p.m. Branches may be no longer than 5 feet long and 5 inches in diameter. Branches should be bundled and tied with twine. Open containers (no lids) can be used for small branches.
View a Branch Collection Flyer. (posted 9/4/12)

The County of Lehigh is currently accepting names to the waiting list for the County-wide Housing Rehabilitation (CWHR) Program
Click for more info. (posted 8/30/12)

UGI to Restrict Lanes Today and Tomorrow on East Susquehanna Street in Salisbury Township, between Fairview Road and Emmaus Avenue
Click for more info. (posted 8/30/12)

Salisbury Township Lindberg Park Study Committee Meeting
Township residents are invited to attend the first public meeting that the Salisbury Township Lindberg Park Study Committee will be holding on September 17, 2012 at 6:30 p.m. to discuss the first draft of the Lindberg Park Master Site Development Plan.
Click for more info. (posted 8/28/12)

PennDOT Issuing Free Department of State Voter ID Cards at Driver Licensing Centers
Click here for details. (posted 8/27/12)

Attention Residents: The County will be conducting spraying activities for West Nile this evening (8/21/12) in Salisbury Township around Emmaus Avenue and at Franko Park and the Franko Drop Off Center. (posted 8/21/12)

West Nile ULV Mosquito Control Program
The Lehigh County West Nile Program will be conducting an ultra-low volume (ULV) mosquito control operation on Tuesday, Aug. 21 in Allentown, West Bethlehem and Salisbury Township. Click for more information. (posted 8/21/12)

Invitation to Bid – Lincoln/Flexer Avenue Roadway Resurfacing/Reconstruction Project
The Township of Salisbury will receive sealed bids for a roadway resurfacing/reconstruction project located along Lincoln/Flexer Avenue between the intersection of Lincoln Avenue/Cedar Crest Boulevard, to a point just north of the Flexer Avenue/Cedar Lane intersection received until 3:00 PM (prevailing time) on Tuesday, September 4, 2012 at the Office of the Township Manager, Salisbury Township, 2900 South Pike Avenue, Allentown, PA 18103.
Click here for more information. (PDF) (posted 8/15/12)

Meeting Notice
The previously scheduled meeting of the Salisbury Township Zoning Hearing Board on Tuesday, September 4, 2012 has been CANCELLED.
View the announcement. (PDF) (posted 8/14/12)

Meeting Notice
The previously scheduled meeting of the Salisbury Township Board of Commissioners on Thursday, August 9, 2012 has been CANCELLED. The next meeting is scheduled to occur on Thursday, August 23, 2012 at 7:00 PM. (posted 8/8/12)

Salisbury Senior Day
Seniors 55 and over are invited to attend Salisbury Senior Day on Sunday, July 29, 2012 from 1-5 p.m. at Harry S. Truman Elementary School.
Click for more details. (posted 7/16/12)

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
PROPOSED SALISBURY TOWNSHIP COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
SALISBURY TOWNSHIP, LEHIGH COUNTY, PA

Notice is hereby given that the Board of Commissioners of Salisbury Township, pursuant to the requirements of the PA Municipalities Planning Code, 53 P.S. Sec. 1010 et. seq. (Act 247), as amended, will hold a Public Hearing on July 26, 2012 at 7:45 p.m. in the Township Municipal Building Hearing Room, 2900 S. Pike Avenue, Allentown, PA 18103, for the purpose of receiving comments on the proposed Salisbury Township Comprehensive Plan.

The proposed Comprehensive Plan will guide the future development of the Township based on background studies of the natural features conservation, population, existing land use and housing; determining goals and objectives, regional relationships, governmental relationships; future land use, transportation and circulation plan, environmental resources, municipal utilities analysis and recreation and the means by which they will be implemented. The Plan sets overall policies for preservation and development over the next 10 to 15 years.

Anyone wishing to review the Plan prior to the Hearing may do so at the Township Municipal Building between the hours of 8:30 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. or by visiting the Township website at www.salisburytownshippa.org (Click to Download the Comprehensive Plan). Copies of all or portions of the Plan will be made available at cost. If anyone wishes to purchase a complete paper copy of the Plan or requests that special accommodations be provided regarding a disability to allow their participation, they are asked to call Cynthia Sopka at 610-797-4000 in advance. Written comments may also be submitted to the Board of Commissioners prior to or at the Hearing. All written comments shall be addressed to: James A. Brown, President of the Board of Commissioners, 2900 S. Pike Avenue, Allentown, PA 18103.

Bus Trip to Radio City Music Hall’s Christmas Spectacular
Salisbury Township is running a bus trip to Radio City Music Hall’s Christmas Spectacular in New York City on Saturday, December 8, 2012. The Rockettes are Celebrating 85 years! The ticket includes orchestra seating and transportation to and from New York. Lunch and shopping on your own. The cost is $120 (non-refundable) payable by cash, check or money order and payment is due at the time of registration. Seats are still available! Please register at the Salisbury Township Municipal Building, 2900 S. Pike Avenue, Allentown, PA 18103. Please contact Salisbury Township at (610) 797-4000 or click here for more information. (PDF) (posted 6/29/12, updated 11/8/12)

2012 Summer Playground Program
The 2012 Summer Playground Program begins on Monday, June 18, 2012 and ends on Friday, July 27, 2012. Township children who have completed Kindergarten through age 12 are eligible to participate. Program hours are Monday through Friday, 9 AM to 12 noon and Wednesday evenings 6:30 PM to 8 PM.

Park locations are as follows:

Green Acres
Lindberg
Devonshire
Laubach

Free Shredding Event
Rep. Simmons is hosting a free shredding event this Sat June 9th at the Mack South Fire Station, Lehigh & Vultee Streets, Allentown, from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. With a 4 carton per vehicle limit, the event is open to all businesses as well as residential property owners. (posted 6/5/12)

SUMMER HELP – OFFICE CLERK
Salisbury Township, Lehigh, seeks temp. office clerk position. $8/hr. 35-40 hrs/week, M-F during summer season. Skills required: good communication, typing, organization, Word and Excel. Political Science major preferred. Send resume and letter of interest to: Randy Soriano, Salisbury Township, 2900 South Pike Avenue, Allentown, PA 18103 by June 11, 2012. No phone calls please. E.O.E. (posted 5/23/12)

2011 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report
Click here to download the report in PDF format (requires Free Acrobat Reader) (posted 5/18/12)

CONDITIONAL USE HEARING
Notice is hereby given that a Conditional Use Hearing will be held by the Board of Commissioners of Salisbury Township, Lehigh County, Pennsylvania on May 24, 2012 at 7:00 P.M. in the Municipal Building, 2900 South Pike Avenue, to review Appeal No. CU-12-4793. Ms. Debbie Ivins of TNT Fireworks requests permission for a Temporary Tent to conduct retail sales of sparklers and novelty fireworks to be located at 3145 Lehigh Street which requires Conditional Use Review pursuant to Section 807.C. of the Zoning Ordinance. The lot is located in a C-3 General Commercial Zone.
(posted 5/2/12)

Ceremony Held to Recognize Salisbury Township Volunteers
Click here for more information. (posted 4/30/12)

Handicapped Accessible Garden Plots
Handicapped accessible garden plots are available at Franko Park. To request an application or information, please contact Al Sulzer at 610-797-4000. (posted 4/23/12)

New York City Bus Trip
2012 Spirit Cruise & 9/11 Memorial
Salisbury Township is running a bus trip to New York City on Saturday, June 16, 2012. The ticket includes a cruise around New York Harbor on the Spirit Cruise Line with lunch and live entertainment, followed by a visit to the South Street Seaport, and then travel and entry to the 9/11 Memorial. The cost is $110 (non-refundable) payable by cash, check or money order and payment is due at the time of registration. Registration deadline is May 11, 2012 at the Salisbury Township Municipal Building. Please contact Salisbury Township at 610-797-4000 or click here for more information. (posted 3/30/12)

Notice of Public Hearing
Notice is hereby given that on Thursday, March 22, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. in the Salisbury Township Municipal Building located at 2900 South Pike Avenue, Allentown, PA, the Board of Commissioners of the Township of Salisbury will hold a public hearing and act on AN ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 26, ENTITLED WATER, §102, OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES, (WATER RATE CHANGE TO $5.30 PER 1,000 GALLONS OF WATER). Click here to view a copy of the full text of the proposed ordinance. (posted 3/13/12)

Volunteer Recognition Nomination
The Salisbury Township Board of Commissioners is sponsoring a volunteer recognition awards program to honor individuals who have dedicated their time and energy to further the Salisbury Township community’s quality of life. If you know someone who volunteers in the Township that you believe deserves recognition, then please download and complete the Nomination Application and submit by March 30, 2012 to Attn: Randy Soriano, Salisbury Township, 2900 South Pike Avenue, Allentown, PA 18103. Submissions may also be sent via FAX # 610-797-5516 or email to info@salisburytownshippa.org. (posted 3/12/12)

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING –
Uniform Construction Code-Key Lock Box System Ordinance
On Thursday, April 26, 2012 at 7:00 P.M. in the Salisbury Township Municipal Building, 2900 S. Pike Avenue, Allentown, PA 18103, the Salisbury Township Board of Commissioners will hear comments and act on the proposed amendments to the Uniform Construction Code-Key Lock Box System Ordinance. To view The full text of the proposed Ordinance, click here. (posted 3/12/12, updated 4/23/12)

Notice of Environmental Advisory Council Vacancy
The Township of Salisbury is seeking interested residents from Ward 3 to fill a vacancy on the Environmental Advisory Council, a seat vacated by former member Louis Cinquino. The term of the appointment will end on 1/1/2014. If you are interested and would like to be considered for the appointment, please download and complete the application form and mail it along with a resume to the attention of: Mr. Randy Soriano, Township Manager, 2900 S. Pike Avenue, Allentown, PA 18103 or email it to rsoriano@salisburytownshippa.org. Please respond no later than March 7, 2012. (posted 2/28/12)

PATRICIA DRIVE PUMPING STATION ELIMINATION PROJECT
PATRICIA DRIVE & LINCOLN AVENUE ROAD CLOSURE NOTICE
The Township Contractor, RGC Development, Inc., is moving ahead with the last phase of the elimination of the Pumping Station at the intersection of Lincoln and Patricia Drive. Starting February 2, 2012, RGC plans to close Lincoln Avenue to through traffic. The road closure is setup for a daytime closure only. Attached is the traffic control plan and signage they plan on using. RGC was instructed to notify all emergency systems as well as school bus lines in South Whitehall Township and Salisbury Township prior to closing the road. The work will last for approximately one month. (posted 1/31/12)

Attention Township Residents with Saturday Garbage Collection–
Saturday, January 21, 2012 pickup to begin at midnight due to impending snow storm.
Waste Management will start collecting garbage at 12 AM on Saturday, January 21 in attempts to avoid the impending snow storm. Residents who have pickup on Saturday are asked to place their garbage out by Friday, January 20, 2012 at 6 PM. (posted 1/20/12)

Representative Simmons Satellite Office 2012 Schedule Change
A satellite office of State Representative Justin J. Simmons, 131st Legislative District, is currently located at the Salisbury Township Municipal Building, 2900 South Pike Avenue, Allentown, PA 18103. An outreach specialist will be available the first Tuesday of each month, 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. For further information or to make an appointment, please call 610-861-5201. (posted 1/12/12)

2012 Adopted Budget
The 2012 Proposed Budget was publicly read on 11/22/11. The 2012 Budget was adopted on 12/22/11.
Click here for more information. (posted 12/23/11)

2012 Philadelphia International Flower Show
Salisbury Township is running a bus trip to the 2012 Philadelphia International Flower Show on Sunday, March 4, 2012. The cost is $55 (non-refundable) – cash, check or money order payable to Salisbury Township. Registration is at the Salisbury Township Municipal Building. Registration deadline is Friday, February 3, 2012 and payment is due at the time of registration.
Click here for details. (PDF, posted 12/27/11)

PUBLIC MEETING NOTICE-SALISBURY TOWNSHIP COMPREHENSIVE PLAN
The Salisbury Township Planning Commission will hold a Public Meeting on the proposed Comprehensive Plan at 7:30 PM on Tuesday, January 10, 2012 at the Salisbury Township Municipal Building, 2900 S. Pike Ave., Allentown, PA 18103. Attendees may preview the Plan starting at 7 pm.

The Comprehensive Plan sets overall policies for preservation and development over the next 10 to 15 years. The Comprehensive Plan addresses Natural Features Conservation, Land Uses, Housing, Transportation, Community Facilities and Services, Community Development, and Ways to Put the Plan into Action. The Plan may be reviewed at the Township Building M-F, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM. Copies of all or portions of the Plan will be made available at cost. To purchase a complete paper copy of the Plan or to request special accommodations due to disability, please contact Cynthia Sopka at 610-797-4000 in advance.
Click to download flyer (PDF, posted 12/27/11)

NOTICE
There will be a Reorganization Meeting of the Salisbury Township Board of Commissioners held on Tuesday, January 3, 2012 at 7:00 p.m. The meeting is open to the public and will be held at the Salisbury Township Municipal Building located at 2900 South Pike Avenue, Allentown, PA 18103.
Randy Soriano
Township Manager
(posted 12/27/11)

NOTICE
There will be a Reorganizational Meeting of the Civil Service Commission of the Township of Salisbury, Lehigh County, PA held on Tuesday, January 3, 2012 at 3:00 p.m. The meeting is open to the public and will be held at the Salisbury Township Municipal Building located at 2900 South Pike Avenue, Allentown, PA.
Randy Soriano
Township Manager
(posted 12/27/11)

Zoning Hearing Board Notice:
There were no Zoning Appeals submitted for the January 3, 2012 Zoning Hearing Board Meeting. No meeting is scheduled for that date.
View Memo (PDF, posted 12/13/11)

SPECIAL MEETING NOTICE
There will be a Special Meeting of the Civil Service Commission of the Township of Salisbury, Lehigh County, PA held on Wednesday, December 7, 2011 at 3:00 p.m. The meeting is open to the public and will be held at the Salisbury Township Municipal Building, 2900 South Pike Avenue, Allentown, PA.
Click here to view the agenda. (PDF, posted 12/2/11)

2012 Proposed Budget
The 2012 Proposed Budget was publicly read on 11/22/11.
Click here for more information. (posted 11/23/11)

Meeting Notice:
The Board of Commissioners will be conducting its second meeting in November on Tuesday, November 22, 2011 at 7 PM due to the Thanksgiving Holiday. (posted 11/14/11)

Attention Salisbury Small Business Owners: Amended Physical Deadline for Filing SBA Disaster Loan Application For Physical Damages – 12/14/2011 (posted 11/7/11)

The Township will be conducting a Special Curbside Branch Collection and Extending Drop Off Center Hours due to the 10/29/11 Snow Storm. Click for more info. (posted 11/2/11)

Information Regarding Clean Up Efforts for Recent Snow Storm Event (posted 11/1/11)

Trick or Treat Night in Salisbury will be Friday, October 28, 2011 from 6-8 p.m.
Click here for more information. (Posted 9/27/11)

NEWS RELEASE – THE SALISBURY TOWNSHIP POLICE DEPARTMENT IS TAKING BACK UNWANTED PRESCRIPTION DRUGS (PDF, posted 10/25/11)

Lehigh County Housing Rehabilitation Program
Click here for more information. (PDF, posted 10/25/11)

2011 Leaf Collection Program to begin on Monday, October 24, 2011 (posted 9/26/11)

Public Notice
On October 13, 2011, a Public Hearing will be held on a proposed Ordinance Requiring Certain Commercial Customers to Establish External Grease Traps.
Click here for more information. (PDF)
Also see – Full text version of proposed Ordinance Requiring Certain Commercial Customers to Establish External Grease Traps. (PDF)
(Posted 9/26/11)

Attn: Salisbury Residents – Interested in serving as an Alternate Member of the Zoning Hearing Board?
To be considered for appointment as an Alternate Member of the Zoning Hearing Board, please submit applications (PDF) by Friday, October 7, 2011 to: Salisbury Township Board of Commissioners, c/o Randy Soriano, Township Manager, 2900 South Pike Avenue, Allentown, PA 18103, Fax: 610-797-5516, email: info@salisburytownshippa.org
(Posted 9/15/11)

SALISBURY RESIDENTS & BUSINESSES NEEDING ASSISTANCE FOR DAMAGES CAUSED BY HURRICANE IRENE
Salisbury Township has been informed that a Major Disaster Declaration for Hurricane Irene was issued. This declaration is for Individual Assistance (Assistance to individuals and households) including businesses. Anyone with damages wishing to make a claim for assistance must do so by one of the four methods below:

Online: www.DisasterAssistance.gov
Smart Phone: m.fema.gov
Telephone: (800) 621-3362
TTY: (800) 462-7585
(Posted 9/13/11)

Flooding Response Information from the PA Dept. of Health (Posted 9/8/11)

Invitation to Bid – Patricia Drive Wastewater Pump Station Elimination and Montgomery Street Sanitary Sewer Main Replacement Project (PDF, Posted 8/31/11)

POWER TURNED OFF TEMPORARILY FOR REPAIR WORK
PPL will be turning off power to perform repair work to the system on the western portion of the Township (from the area of Lehigh Street west and into Emmaus). The power will be turned off from 4 p.m. until approx. 5 p.m.
(Posted 8/29/11)

HURRICANE IRENE TO IMPACT GARBAGE COLLECTION IN THE TOWNSHIP
Garbage collection on Monday (08-29-2011) will start an hour later than normal pickup. Residents should place their Garbage out after 5 AM on Monday, or before they leave for work. Because of high winds forecasted, it is not advisable to place containers out the night before, after 6 PM on Sunday. (Posted 8/26/11)

HURRICANE SAFETY
Click here for details. (Posted 8/26/11)

Invitation to Bid – Used Police Cars for Sale (PDF, posted 8/19/11)

WALKING PURCHASE PARK – MOUNTAIN BIKE REGISTRATION REQUIREMENT
Pursuant to Ordinance No. 12-2010-564, registration is required prior to utilizing the mountain bike trails at Walking Purchase Park. To register, download and submit a completed registration form to: Salisbury Township, Attn: Mountain Bike Registrations, 2900 South Pike Avenue, Allentown, PA 18103.
Click here to download (PDF, posted 8/9/11).

August 11, 2011 Board of Commissioners Meeting Canceled (posted 8/5/11)

Request for Proposals – Redistricting Consulting Services (PDF, posted 8/3/11)

The Salisbury Township Environmental Advisory Council is sponsoring a Backyard Composting Workshop on Saturday, September 10, 2011 at 10 AM at the Green Acres Park Pavilion. Click here for details. (PDF, posted 8/1/11)

Draft Ordinance NO. 07-2011-568 – Amending The Uniform Contruction Code, Ordinance No. 03-2004-512 To Establish Regulations And Requirements Upon All Multi-Family Dwellings, Commercial And Industrial Properties Requiring Property Owners To Install A Key Lock Box System. (PDF, posted 7/20/11)

Public Notice-Proposed Ordinance amending UCC; to require Installation of Lock Box System for Multi-Family Dwellings, Commercial and Industrial Properties (posted 7/15/11)

Public Notice-Earned Income Tax Reenactment Ordinance Proposed (PDF)

The 2011 Summer Playground Program begins Monday, June 27th
For more information and to register, click here. (posted 6/15/11)

2010 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report (PDF, posted 6/14/11)

Seven recognized by township commissioners for their long-time community volunteer service (posted 6/7/11)

Invitation to Bid-Proposals for Lindberg Park Basketball Courts (PDF, posted 5/19/11)

2011 Curbside Grass Collection (posted 5/9/11)

Salisbury Township Civil Service Commission seeks applicants to establish a police officer eligibility list. (posted 5/6/11)

Cleanup event scheduled for April 30th at Walking Purchase Park (PDF, posted 4/19/11)

Prescription Drug Disposal Event (PDF, posted 4/7/11)

Volunteer Recognition Awards Program
The Salisbury Township Board of Commissioners is sponsoring a volunteer recognition awards program to honor those individuals who dedicate their time and energy to further our community’s quality of life. To submit a nomination, download, complete and return the nomination form to the Township by Monday, March 28, 2011. (PDF, posted 3/16/11)

INVITATION TO BID – PROPOSALS FOR EITHER: CONTRACT “A” – Flexer Avenue Water Main Replacement; CONTRACT “B” – Clearwood Drive Water Main Replacement; Or CONTRACTS “A” and “B” COMBINED (posted 3/10/11)

Salisbury Township 2011 Curbside Branch Collection (PDF, posted 3/9/11)

INVITATION TO BID – PROPOSAL FOR Roosevelt Avenue, Public Road, Jeter Avenue and Dodson Street Storm Sewer Improvements (posted 2/9/11)

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS – installation of a Fire Alarm system at the Eastern Salisbury Fire and Rescue Building (posted 2/2/11)

Representative Simmons Opens Satellite Office (posted 2/1/11)

Township of Salisbury and the Borough of Fountain Hill, Lehigh County, PA request services associated with the preparation and update of their respective Subdivision and Land Development Ordinances. (PDF, posted 1/10/11)

2011 Adopted Budget (posted 1/7/11)

Christmas Tree Collection (Posted 12/29/10)

Waste Management Holiday Collection Notice (PDF, posted 12/9/10)

Township Seeks Proposals for Fire Alarm System Installation Project at the Eastern Salisbury Fire and Rescue Station (PDF, posted 11/29/10)

New York City Bus Trip Tickets Are Sold Out (posted 11/9/10)

The Recreation Advisory Committee is organizing a bus trip to the Radio City Christmas Spectacular featuring the Rockettes in New York City on December 11, 2010. Registration required. Seating is limited. Click here for more information or call 610-797-4000. (PDF, posted 11/8/10)

Walking Purchase Park Cleanup Event Planned for November 13, 2010 (posted 11/3/10)

Salisbury Township Leaf Collection (posted 10/7/10)

Conditional Use Hearing Notice – Proposed Lehigh County Detox Center (PDF, posted 10/6/10)
Note: This hearing WILL NOT be held on October 28, 2010. The rescheduled date will be posted as soon as possible.

Board of Commissioners Meetings Rescheduled for Upcoming Holidays (posted 10/5/10)

Notice of Public-Owned Property for Sale (PDF, posted 9/27/10)

Invitation to Bid – Sewerage Flow Monitoring and Data Logging Services, Phase 1 and 2 (PDF, posted 9/23/10)

Police Department Receives New Vehicles (PDF, posted 9/3/10)

West Nile Virus and Mosquito Control: Don’t Invite the Mosquito to Bite! (PDF, posted 8/31/10)

Fall 2010 Curbside Branch Collection Program (posted 8/31/10)

Public Works Positions (posted 8/24/10)

Household Hazardous Waste Collection – Saturday, September 25, 2010 (PDF, posted 7/23/10)

Walking Purchase Park once a park, now a dump: Groups organize effort to rid park of tires and trash. (posted 6/30/10)

Salisbury Township Property Owners Required to Display Address Numbers Properly (posted 6/29/10)

Invitation to Bid – PROPOSAL FOR FLEXER AVENUE ROADWAY IMPROVEMENTS (PDF, posted 6/24/10)

Cleanup Event Planned at Walking Purchase Park (posted 6/23/10)