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Don't forget to register for your pool membership this week to get the early bird discount!! https://www.lansdale.org/203/Membership

The Borough of Lansdale recognizes the importance of the input it receives from citizens through various boards, committees, commissions and task forces. The Borough is currently seeking applicants to fill vacancies on the: ~Civil Service Commission ~Police Pension Board... Those interested in serving should send a letter of interest to: Board Vacancies c/o Stacie Maile, One Vine St., Lansdale, Pa 19446, or email to: [email protected]. Please include any relevant information and experience which may benefit the committee being applied for.

Looking for a way to help out this #EarthDay2021? Why not volunteer to help clean up our Lansdale parks? There's no need to register, but if you know you're heading out it would help them to know how many will be coming.

Don't forget that tomorrow is the day to turn in expired or unused medications at Lansdale Borough Police Department!

Looking to continue #EarthDay everyday? The County is offering discounted Compost Bins and Rain Barrels to help residents do just that! Pick up will be on June 5 in two locations. Check out full details here. https://montgomerycompostersale.ecwid.com/

Applications are still being accepted by the county.

Over the next week, you may see crews out in Whites Road Park & Pool working on the streambank again. This work consists of project punch list items as well as PADEP requirements. All work is anticipated to be completed by the end of the month, but as always, is weather dependent.

If you or your family enjoy a particular park and wish to place a lasting memorial to a family member, friend or pet, consider donating a memorial bench or commemorative tree to the community. Lansdale Parks & Recreation https://bit.ly/3mXhTQc

Members of the public wishing to listen/participate in Wednesday's Council Business Meeting can do so remotely but must register ahead of time. You can register by emailing [email protected] or call 267-638-9345 between 8:00am-4:30pm to register. Residents may also submit questions/comments related to agenda items to [email protected] no later than 4:30pm the day of the meeting you have a questions for. Questions/comments will be read during public comment period. http://bit.ly/3sAWIpp

Pool members will have the opportunity to purchase pre-paid guest passes again this season! Passes must be purchased prior to May 29 or at the time of membership purchase after that date. Members may purchase up to 5 per individual membership and up to 10 per family membership. Cost is $6.00/pass. If you haven't signed up for your membership yet, be sure to do so today! https://www.lansdale.org/203/Membership

Do you remember the 70s in Lansdale? Take a look at Lansdale Historical Society's decade series and see if what you remember made it!

Everything was different in 2020, right? Not everything, our Lansdale Borough Police Department's exemplary service to the community remained at the high level we're all accustomed to in the face of a pandemic and many other challenges. Take a look at the service awards presented by Chief Trail to the greatest Police Department...yes, we know, we're a little biased!

"Let me cut to the chase. If you’re looking for a haircut, you can probably get that just about anywhere, maybe even in your own home, 2020-style. But, if you’re looking for something more, check out this week's #BusinessSpotlight the American Shave House. American Shave House was established in 2017 by owner Ryan Adams. On his website, he's described as ...a skilled Barber of 15 years, father, friend, North Penn Graduate, and Lansdale local. Striving to re-develop the cult...ure of Barbering in the North Penn area". And so it would seem that this tale of success begins as it has for many of the others that have come before: a local story, a local mission, and a passion to impart lasting values throughout our community. Ryan didn’t open American Shave House to simply provide haircuts; he opened it to be transformative, and American Shave House represents this in every sense of the word. Expect to be transported from the troubles of today as you step back in time into the self proclaimed House of Handsome that is the American Shave House. With its eclectic memorabilia, antique barbershop chairs, and Sinatra soundtrack, American Shave House takes you back to some of the simpler values of days gone by. Let American Shave House transform you while you enjoy a break from the stress of the day. Take a little time out for yourself and check out this amazing local entrepreneur." ~BJ Breish

Pennsylvania's new "Move Over" law will go into effect on Tuesday, April 27. The law requires motorists approaching an emergency response area to merge into a lane further away, or to slow down to 20 miles per hour under the posted speed limit if they cannot safely merge. Check out the new penalties for not doing so and be sure to follow the new regulations. https://bit.ly/3a7l82p

Don't forget that Borough Council Committees take place tonight starting at 6:15 pm. All are welcome to attend, but you must register prior to 4:30 pm today. http://bit.ly/2Ge9Vkp And you can check out the agendas on the Borough's website www.lansdale.org.

The Snow Alert will be lifted effective at 5pm on Tuesday, February 2, 2021. As we continue to dig out over the next few days, Borough crews will be out with smaller plows. After 5pm today, residents may resume normal parking. Please use caution while driving as roadways are still slick and may be icy after the sun goes down and during your commute.

This past weekend, the Borough officially dedicated our newest Lansdale Parks & Recreation amenity in 4th Street Park & Pool. It is our honor and privilege to share with you the Carl W. Saldutti, Jr. Skatepark!! Here is a small sample of the amazing tribute to Carl. (The full ceremony can be found on the Borough website https://bit.ly/328LQTB.) Warning, you may want to grab a tissue or two before watching...

Solar panel installation moving right along at Borough Hall!

"Dr. Gehman at Lansdale Chiropractic Center has treated me off and on for the past 30 some years. Since I’m always doing something I probably shouldn’t be doing, I get things out of alignment in my body. Doug fixed me up every time. If you haven’t tried chiropractic, you should." Rege McKenzie #BusinessSpotlight

Make time for a well crafted flatbread from Well Crafted Beer Co.! #LansdaleSTRONG for lunch today with enough left over for tomorrow...cold pizza for breakfast is good, thoughts on cold flatbreads for breakfast???? Discover Lansdale

Remember that if you are interested in having your electric bill emailed to you, all you need to do is contact Customer Service at 215-368-1691. And don't forget that you don't have to mail in your payment. Save yourself the stamp and check out the various ways to pay. http://bit.ly/2XjqoZJ

Borough Offices will remain CLOSED all day Tuesday, February 2, 2021. The snow alert remains in effect as we continue to monitor this winter storm. If you need to be out today, please use caution.

Concerned about not getting your electric bill in the mail? Customers can have their bills emailed directly to them by calling Borough Hall at 215-368-1691. We are aware that bills are being received on or after their due date and are currently not imposing any late charges or penalties to accounts.

Thanks to all our borough crews for being out in this weather!!!

North Penn Water Authority will begin the construction of a new 6 water main on Pierce Street in Lansdale Borough starting today, Friday, April 9, 2021. This new water main will replace an older 4 water main prone to breakage and will enhance the public water supply and fire protection to the residents of the borough. After completion of the water main installation, the water services will be renewed from the new water main to the property owner’s curb stop located in th...e utility right of way behind the curb in the grass or sidewalk followed by soil, concrete & trench restoration weather permitting. We anticipate the construction work for the water pipe to take approximately 2 weeks to complete, weather permitting

"Still shopping this holiday season? This week's #BusinessSpotlight Chantilly Floral offers way more than those beautiful roses. You can literally complete all of your last minute gift shopping here, we did! Bags, belts, candles, jewelry, soaps, clothing, gloves, scarfs, hats, and so much more, you'd almost forget you're shopping at a florist if not for the amazing assortment and knowledgeable staff who can happily guide you through creating the most perfect floral arrangemen...t. Shop with confidence knowing that Chantilly takes your safety seriously. This unfortunately was the reason they have temporarily closed their space in Harleysville (not enough room there to maintain social distancing) but the great part about this is that they shifted all of their inventory to Lansdale so it's bursting at the seams with new treasures. Don't delay that trip though! Once out of stock there is a chance they may have trouble restocking quickly with the delays that are currently being experienced in some of the supply chain. So shop early, shop often, and most importantly, shop Lansdale at Chantilly Floral." --BJ Breish, EDC Member

Don't forget that this Saturday, January 9 is the Christmas Tree Recycling Pickup!

The Borough has issued a Snow Alert effective 12:00 pm on Wednesday, December 16. The emergency will be in effect until further notice. We will continue to monitor forecasts and should predictions change, the Borough will adjust the upcoming alert. For citizens, a snow alert means that all vehicles parked on those streets where signage indicates no parking during a snow alert are required, by law, to be moved elsewhere in order to allow snow plowing of the road surface. Sn...ow alert signage dictates which side of the street residents may not park on when an alert is declared. Residents may park in their driveways (if available), alternate side of their street or another street not marked "No Parking." It is not the policy of the Borough to direct any resident or citizen where to park (i.e. we do not require residents to park in alleys when a snow alert is declared), we can only instruct where parking is not permitted. These parking restrictions are put into place for the purpose of public safety as well as the efficiency of snow clearing on Borough streets; vehicles in violation are subject to ticketing and/or towing by the Lansdale Borough Police Department. If you see a vehicle parked on a Snow Alert Route, please contact Lansdale Police at 215-368-1800. For any other weather related emergency, please dial 9-1-1. We would also like to remind residents and business owners that it is illegal to deposit snow removed from sidewalks or private property onto any Borough street. Ordinance 1172 - Section 302.3.3 prohibits the throwing or blowing of snow into the streets from sidewalk or properties. Violators are subject to fines. To assist emergency personnel, specifically firefighters, please be sure to clear a three (3) foot clearance around all fire hydrants on your property. The Borough is planning for the snow event with crews out preparing known trouble spots and will remain on call until after the Snow Alert is lifted. Throughout the storm, crews will be clearing snow on all Borough roads which can take up to eight hours for one complete route. Should this storm feature ice which can collect on trees and wires along with windy conditions, Lansdale Electric asks that if you see any downed wires, please stay away and contact them immediately at 215-361-8371 with the location. Under no circumstance should residents attempt to lift, move or adjust electric wires. It will be posted on the website and social media channels when the Snow Alert is lifted and residents can resume normal parking. The Borough also asks citizens to be neighborly and check on elderly or vulnerable neighbors who may need assistance. Also be sure to keep house numbers visible so that emergency responders can find you in case of emergency. Working together to overcome the obstacles and adversity created by weather situations such as these creates a greater sense of community and kindness. We'll get through this together, just as we always do.

"Need to schedule your Spring Auto service? Look no further than Murray's Tire and Auto Service on Richardson Avenue. Murray’s can meet all of your service and tire needs in a friendly, honest manner. Murray's Tire and Automotive proudly serves the local Lansdale, PA area." ~Alex Felts #BusinessSpotlight

Letters to Santa are ready for pick up by the Elf Express! Haven’t dropped your letters in Santa’s mailbox yet? No problem, we have it on good authority that Santa will accept letters until Christmas and will try to answer as many letters as possible, depending on how busy it is at the North Pole!

"Tucked away in station square, today's #BusinessSpotlight offers creative sushi, sashimi & maki plus a simple kitchen menu of Japanese fare. Stop over today for takeout or grab a seat on the outdoor patio...either way you're in store for an unforgetable dining experience. Everyone around the table will love Umai Japanese Restaurant's cuisine no matter where your table is!" --Carrie Hawkins Charlton

It's National Library Week. Let's show some love to our library!!!

For those who haven't checked the weather forecast, a Winter Storm Warning is in effect from 10 am Wednesday to 10 am Thursday. Stay tuned for more information on what the Borough is doing to prepare for this winter weather event. * WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation expected. Total snow accumulations in excess of 12 inches along with ice accumulations of a light glaze. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.... For those who have not signed up to receive notifications from ReadyMontco, now's the time! https://member.everbridge.net/453003085612338/login

With the weather forecast for tomorrow into Thursday, the Lansdale COVID testing site will be open the following hours: Wednesday, December 16: 9am - 12pm Thursday, December 17: CLOSED... Want to know where other testing sites are located? Check out all the Montgomery County Community Based Testing Sites here. https://montcopa.maps.arcgis.com/a/opsdashboard/index.html

Home fire fatalities increase during the winter. To make sure communities know about the increased risk, USFA partners with the National Fire Protection Association to Put a Freeze on Winter Fires. The initiative focuses on hazards that may increase a family’s risk of having a house fire. With new or reinstated restrictions due to COVID, this holiday season may look different than in years past. Families may put up more holiday decorations to lift their spirits. Remind them to decorate safely. You can follow the Put a Freeze on Winter Fires campaign on your social media channels and by following #winterfiresafety.

This Wednesday's Business Meeting will be held remotely via Zoom. Interested participants should email [email protected] or call 267-638-9345 Monday through Wednesday between 8:00 am - 4:30 pm to register. You must provide your name, address and contact information. The agenda for Wednesday's meeting can be found here. https://bit.ly/385vY79

The County's COVID testing site here in Lansdale will be open and conducting tests tomorrow Saturday, December 12 from 9am to 1pm. Be sure to register for a spot starting at 7 tonight as they are required.

Please check out the response to the latest directives related to COVID-19 from Borough Emergency Management Coordinator, Rick Lesniak; Police Chief, Mike Trail and Borough Manager, John J. Ernst. On Thursday, December 10, Governor Wolf introduced additional temporary restrictions in an effort to slow the spread of COVID-19. While these restrictions may not directly impact us personally, many will impose additional challenges to our business community - one already sufferin...g from several months of uncertainty. While it is easy to feel powerless with these directives, we can still help our local businesses through these challenges. Although customers may not be able to shop in the way we are used to, goods and services offered by our small businesses are still needed. By continuing to order takeout meals when possible, purchasing gift cards from local establishments, using curb side pickup where available and even ordering online we can help Lansdale businesses that may be struggling. And as we assist our business community to stay afloat, it is important that we do not underestimate how much we can help everyone in our community by following public health guidelines. By just staying at home if you can, you’re making a vital difference. Wearing a mask and remaining socially distant if you do go out goes a long way in helping keep you and your family safe. Making efforts to stay healthy and avoiding high-risk activities reinforces Lansdale’s community ties and reminds us that we are all in this together. Additional information on the COVID-19 Virus can be found at the following: Latest Pennsylvania Protective Efforts 12/10/2020 https://bit.ly/2IGbskT CDC COVID-19 Website: http://bit.ly/2IzGbMJ World Health Organization COVID-19 Website: http://bit.ly/2Q4H8Rd PA COVID-19 Website: http://bit.ly/2VZxqDC Montgomery County COVID-19 Website: http://bit.ly/3cJnBzA

Have you gotten a flu shot yet? There's still time!

When the new owners took the reins at Lansdale’s favorite family deli in June 2019, Bob and Tami DiPietro had no idea what was in store. They just wanted to continue the decades of tradition and tastes at Giuliano's Deli, 429 Chestnut Street (corner of Fifth and Chestnut). We still use the same vendors and the recipes Jim (Giuliano) taught us, how to make his hoagies and cheesesteaks, says Tami. People tell us, ‘We Googled best cheesesteaks and best hoagies in Lansdale, a...nd you came up first.’ We’re glad to hear that. Among the few tweaks, Tami added her home-baked cookies and specialties I was always a baker, since I was a little girl, with a lot of my grandmom’s recipes. Then the pandemic hit. Like most small businesses, some customers were lost, particularly on the catering and corporate side. But Giuliano’s adapted, adding curbside pickup, which they still offer. Fortunately, the nature of our business wasn’t changed terribly, Tami says. We are not an eat-in, and we don’t have alcohol. And regulars remained loyal. "We still get the people that come in and say, ‘I’m living in Florida now, but whenever I come into town I have to stop here,’ Tami says. We love hearing that, and we hope we’re doing right by the Giuliano name" Offering pizza, burgers, wraps and sandwiches, roast beef, roast pork and barbecue, as well as salads and breakfasts, Giuliano’s is open 7 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 7 to 2 Saturdays. Reach them on Facebook, at [email protected], or at (215) 368-0412. --Bruce Schwartz, EDC Member

Don’t forget to write your letters to Santa and deliver them to his house across from the big tree on Main Street. The elf express will be in town to pick them up and deliver them to the big man at the North Pole!

For any Section One residents who did not get leaves picked up yesterday, they will be around today to get the remaining homes along with all of Section Two.

For our customers who have not received an electric bill, you can email [email protected] requesting a copy of the bill and we will forward your latest bill to you.

Santa must really love Lansdale! Mark your calendars for December 19 and be sure to keep an eye and an ear out for him!!

And now for the moment we've all been waiting for! Thanks for the magic Santa, now Railroad Plaza looks PERFECT!

It’s almost time! And anyone who’s been outside lately is excited to cozy up and watch the tree lighting from the warm, and dry, comfort of your home! T-minus 60 minutes!!!

Hot Chocolate Marshmallows Holiday Cheer All that's missing is the tree lighting...only a few more hours and that'll be here too. C'mon 6:30pm!!!

Santa's not the only one who had to prep for tonight's Tree Lighting Ceremony. Borough Departments have been hard at work getting our tree ready for the "Big Show" all week so we can't say thank you enough to Lansdale Electric, Lansdale Parks & Recreation and all the other Borough Elves that worked to make sure this annual tradition happens in 2020! Be here at 6:30 pm when holiday magic happens!

Have plans for 6:30 pm tonight? You do now...it's our Holiday Tree Lighting! But what's a tree lighting without a tree, so we have to thank Szekely Chiropractic Center for providing us with this year's, as Santa said, "...magnificent tree" Tune in at 6:30 tonight to hear him proclaim it himself.

Today's the day! Even though we can't gather in Railroad Plaza for the annual Tree Lighting this year, we're keeping the tradition alive by sharing the video of Santa lighting the tree tonight at 6:30 pm. Here's a sneak peek of the big guy and his elves preparing for the ceremony earlier this week...

The Borough is aware that issues with the mail may have kept some of our customers from receiving their Lansdale electric bill. If you believe that you are one of those customers, please call the Borough at 215-368-1691 and Customer Service can assist in getting a copy of your latest bill to you.