Chester County Press 10-25-2023 Edition

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Wednesday, October 25, 2023

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New Oxford Borough Council member sworn in The standing-room-only crowd at the council meeting also saw the borough honor the emergency responders who demonstrated bravery during the recent fire in downtown Oxford

By Betsy Brewer Brantner Contributing Writer Luke Neidigh was sworn in as the newest member of the Oxford Borough Council before a stand-room audience at the Council's meeting on Oct. 16.

Neidigh was selected to fill the vacancy that was created with the resignation of Amanda Woolston – a term that will end in January 2025. Neidigh’s family and

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friends filled the council room as he was sworn in by Mayor Phil Harris.

Neidigh’s wife Ciearra was holding the Bible during the ceremony. Neidigh then took his spot at the table among the other council members.

Neidigh is a lifelong resident of Oxford, and is looking forward to serving the community.

When Neidigh’s contingency left, the room filled with Oxford police officers,

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victims exit the buildings.

Harris addressed the officers saying, “I want to express my deepest appreciation for the unwavering courage and dedication you have displayed in the line of duty. Your commitment to ensuring the safety and wellbeing of our community has not gone unnoticed. Your acts of bravery in the face of danger serve as a shinCourtesy photo ing example to us all. Your Luke Neidigh was sworn in as a new borough counwillingness to put yourself cil member by Oxford Mayor Phil Harris. Luke’s wife, Continued on Page 3A

Ciearra, holds the Bible for the swearing in.

$250 million project expected to open in fall 2024

Longwood Reimagined: A new legacy, unfolding

By Richard L. Gaw Staff Writer

Completing a magnificent vision – as in the case of the Longwood Reimagined: A New Garden Experience project now fully underway at the venerable institution – often takes time, but as a 200-plus workforce continues to work toward a fall 2024 grand opening, the vision among the concrete and the dirt mounds is already being realized as a perfect harmony of art, functionality, nature, hisLt. Gov. Davis deliv- tory and legacy. ers keynote address to To the immediate west of Southern Chester County Longwood founder Pierre Chamber...1B S. du Pont’s masterpiece known as the Conservatory, the $250 million project is creating a new horticultural experience in the form of construction and restoration of six structures:

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Union Fire Company volunteers, EMT members, and volunteers who were all honored by Harris for their help in fighting the horrific fire that ripped through buildings in the downtown on Sept. 13.

Harris commended two police officers, officer Scott Richards, who was sworn in in 2006, and officer Karlianna Eller, who was sworn in in 2021, after they responded to the fire and were instrumental in helping

• The 32,000-square-foot West Conservatory, set off by its asymmetrical peaks and islands of interior Mediterranean-inspired gardens that will be set amid pools, canals and fountains in an exquisite tapestry-like design; • The relocation of the historic, 3,800-square-foot Cascade Garden – designed by landscape architect Roberto Burle Marx; • A new outdoor Bonsai Courtyard, an outdoor gallery space that will showcase what will become

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one of North America’s – from steel and glass in Tony Ingram, Bancroft Construction Company's manmost prominent bonsai the new conservatory to ager for the Longwood Reimagined project, right, with collections; Continued on Page 2A Greg Sawka, Bancroft's president and CEO. • The redevelopment of the Waterlily Court, an aquatic garden that will be redefined as an outdoor room; •A new public restaurant and private event space that will offer priceless views of events at the Main Fountain Garden; and • The expansion of The Grove, a facility that will offer new state-of-the-art studios, virtual learning studios, a library, staff offices and serve as a communal hub of learning and growth.

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Happy birthday, London Grove Township!

At a behind-the-scenes look at the project’s progress on Oct. 20, tours were conducted of all locations by representatives from all aspects of the project’s development: Longwood Gardens, Bancroft Construction Company in Wilmington, Del., Reed Hilderbrand Landscape Architects of Cambridge, Mass. and Weiss/Manfredi, a New York City-based architectural design firm.

For Bancroft Construction, who renovated the garden’s fountain area a few years ago, Longwood Reimagined is the largest project ever undertaken by the company.

“One of the biggest challenges is that we have 190,000 square feet of building in multiple different construction types

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A group of happy children and a few parents took part in London Grove Township’s 300th anniversary celebration, held on Oct. 21 at Goddard Park.

The event, organized by Tina Skinner and Laura Miller from the township’s Parks & Recreation Committee, featured 33 vendors and comments by State Rep. John Lawrence and Chester County Commissioner Marian Moskowitz.

Major sponsors included Twin Pines Healthcare Center and Mushroom Farmers of Pennsylvania.

KCSD approves district office expansion

By Chris Barber Contributing Writer The Kennett School Board at its Oct. 9 meeting approved a project that will expand the district office by what appeared on the blueprint as eight new offices and an open activity area.

The cost was estimated to be $1.5 million.

The district office is a small building on the hillside just east of the high school. It houses the superintendent’s office and other administrative offices.

With motion approval, board member Ethan

Cramer commented that several administrators are currently housed at other buildings in the district. It is better, he said, for them all to be together in the expanded district office.

District CFO Mark Tracy presented his preparation of two PlanCon applications: One each for the new building projects of Greenwood and New Garden elementary schools. PlanCon is a state education funding program that gives supplementary funds to districts with large building projects.

Currently, the program is not in place and the state

is not providing funds, but Tracy said earlier that the applications would be prepared regardless.

The elementary school building projects together are estimated to cost approximately $106 million.

The board also approved three contracts for educational services. Meza Guadalupe will receive $75 an hour for translation services. Kristin Gallagher will receive $50 an hour for dental hygienist services.

Also, Step-By-Step Learning contracted with Kennett for teacher- and principal-training in deal-

ing with remedial services in phonetics, phonics and spelling for students. The first year was contracted at $498,000 and will be paid for by federal funding.

The board also approved a contract for geotechnical studies of the Greenwood Elementary School project.

Both schools are designed to have onsite, sanitary disposal.

The administration also received a request for a student organization to be named the Muslim Students Association. The main purpose of the club is to provide a supportive, inclusive com-

munity for Muslims and any students who are interested in learning about Islam.

The Student Organization Constitution has been successfully completed and signed off by the student officers, club advisor, and high school administration, according to the application.

Cramer, head of the board Legislative Committee, announced that the politics of party control and some failed deal-making have created an impasse over state money going to private school tuition, and that issue has still not been resolved.

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the steel that will be used in the construction for the Grove, so they’re all unique,” said Tony Ingram, Bancroft project manager of Longwood Reimagined. “It will be nearly six years that I will have worked on this project, so I look forward to seeing the accomplishment made from the planning and coordinating and designing done between our trade partners we have worked with and see it all come to life.”

“The most important aspect of a job of this size is to have everyone on the same page with the same vision, so we rely heavily on everyone who has influence over the design process – both the client who has a vision as well as architects and engineers whose job is to put the vision into reality,” said Greg Sawka, Bancroft’s president and CEO. “The building plans have been straightforward. They tell us to build this rectangle or this pyramid and make it this tall and this wide and paint it white, and that’s easy, but when there are thousands of these plans all interconnecting with one another, it’s important to ask what the steps are and then how do they interact act with each other at the right time.

“I think Longwood has done a great job of getting that right. We’ve had a construction manager here from Day One, so we’re really adding value to the project.”

One of the most inspir-

Westward views from The Grove will offer visitors the opportunity to enjoy beautiful vistas of Longwood’s extended property.

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Progress continues on the construction of Longwood Reimagined: A New Garden Experience, which is set to open at Longwood Gardens in the fall of 2024.

A new public restaurant and private event space will provide great views of the Main Fountain Garden.

ing design aspects of the 17-acre project is that it is incorporating the rolling landscape of Longwood’s outer property into the overall vista of the gardens – as seen best from The Grove.

“One of the things that is important is that we are making certain areas accessible to the public that hadn’t previously been made accessible,” said Michael Manfredi. “The view to the valley (beyond Conservatory Road) is an homage to this beautiful part of the country. It will provide a new set of opportunities for people who will be inspired by its traditional beauty. It’s a beauty that’s

unique to this part of the country.”

Throughout the construction of Longwood Reimagined, Sawka has brought several members of his family and friends to view the progress being made on the massive project.

“I love to tell them, ‘See that? See that over there?’” he said. “It’s the culmination of our relationship with Longwood and our journey through their entire Master Plan. To have a glimpse of this a decade ago as to what it would be, and then to continue the relationship and be a part of it has been inspirational for me. It has been transformational for

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Michael Manfredi of Weiss/Manfredi, a New York City-based architectural design firm.

our firm and in particular our team. They get the privilege of living this job for four years.

“But it’s really for the next 50 years that people are going to enjoy the beauty, the art and the nature of this project.”

To contact Staff Writer The 32,000-square-foot West Conservatory will be set Richard L. Gaw, email off by its asymmetrical peaks and islands of interior rgaw@chestercounty.com. Mediterranean-inspired gardens.

Brandywine Battlefield Task Force celebrates 30th anniversary of preserving historic piece of American history Public invited to attend event on Oct. 26 at Thornbury Farm Historic Thornbury Farm will be the setting for the celebration of the 30th anniversary of the Brandywine Battlefield Task Force on Oct. 26.

The task force’s mission is to foster public and private partnerships to preserve the Brandywine Battlefield National Historic Landmark area, to educate the community about its cultural resources and to develop interpreta-

tion of the Revolutionary War battle and its historical and physical setting.

The September 11, 1777, battle was the largest land battle of the fight for American independence and was the main defense of the young nation’s capital city of Philadelphia.

The anniversary will take place on the battlefield at Thornbury Farm, 1256 Thornbury Road, West Chester, from 6 p.m. until 9

p.m. Reenactors in garb will attend. Themed food and music by a pirate band is included in the $55 admission price. Tavern games and fresh bread from the farm’s oven will be offered, along with a cash bar.

Reservations are required.

To reserve a seat, go to https://www.eventbrite. com/e/brandywine-battlefield-task-force-tavernnight-30-years-celebrationtickets-708552919857.

“Through the huge efforts of the Task Force, historic properties have been preserved for future generations,” host Randell Spackman, a member of Pennsylvania Historical

and Museum Commission, said. “We’ll be honoring the efforts of the commission. Senator John Kane and Chester County Commissioner Michelle Kichline, and a representative of The American Battlefield Trust from Washington D.C. will attend.”

Joining the event are artists Stephen Burke and Adrian Martinez and author Bruce E. Mowday. Burke is a visual artist. Martinez created a number of historical paintings, including those of the battle of Brandywine.

One of Martinez’s painting was the cover art for Mowday’s book Lafayette

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at Brandywine: The Making of an American Hero. The first book written on the battle, Mowday’s September 11, 1777: Washington’s Defeat at Brandywine Dooms Philadelphia, has been credited as being the emphasis for the preservation of Brandywine’s battlefield. His latest book is Emotional Brandywine, with Chadds Ford artist Karl J. Kuerner.

“We’re recreating a night from 1777!” Spackman commented.

Commission members include the municipalities within the Landmark, Delaware and Chester Counties, the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, Chadds Ford Historical Society,

the Friends of Brandywine Historic Site, the Brandywine Conservancy, the Natural Lands Trust, the National Park Service and Valley Forge National Historic Site.

The Brandywine Battlefield National Historic Landmark was dedicated on January 20, 1961. Today, it is part of the municipalities of Birmingham, Kennett, Pennsbury, Thornbury, and Westtown, Chester County, and Chadds Ford Township, in Delaware County. The Brandywine Battlefield Task Force was formed in 1993 as a volunteer group of municipal, state, and federal representatives along with non-profit institutions.

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at risk to protect others is a testament to your character and your commitment to upholding the values of justice and security in our borough.”

Harris continued, “On behalf of the entire community, I want to extend my gratitude for your exceptional service. Your actions inspire confidence and pride in our police force, and I am honored to have you as members of our department. Thank you for your bravery, your selflessness, and your dedication to the residents of the borough of Oxford.”

Oxford Public Works supervisor John Schaible received recognition for the Public Works Department’s support during and after the fire. Tom Hindman, Jr. was also recognized.

Hindman’s knowledge of the borough water system was invaluable during the fire.

Union Fire Company and EMT members filed in to receive the mayor’s thanks as well. The borough relies mostly on volunteers for fire and ambulance services, even though the fire department is responsible for a largest district for any one company in Chester County.

Although fire hydrants line the borough streets, the amount of water to fight the Sept. 13 fire required more water than the borough could supply. Tank trucks brought water in as the effort continued.

This was certainly one

of the worst fires in the borough’s history due to the age of the buildings involved and the numerous renovations to the buildings in the business district.

The proximity of the fire to other buildings in the area was certainly an issue of concern. When the structures were demolished it also became evident how far many of those buildings extended. Traffic and crowd control were also difficult.

Both Mayor Harris and Council President Kathryn Cloyd also thanked council member Peggy Russell for her assistance to the fire victims. Russell spent a month traveling back and forth to the victims to make sure their needs were met.

At last report, all displaced persons have been housed.

Neighborhood Services Center continues supporting the fire victims as needed.

In other business at the meeting, council accepted the completed Active Transportation Plan. They will move forward with the implementation of the plan.

Borough Council announced that a special executive session was held to approve the proposal from Alliance Environmental Systems, Inc. in the amount of $836,000 to remove the debris from the demolition of properties on Third Street. Costs will be divided between property owners.

Police Chief Sam Iacono informed council that the department is now down three full-time officers.

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Randy Grace, front, owner of the Maroon Hornet, makes a presentation to the Oxford Police Department.

From left to right are Lori Grace, Chief Sam Iacono, officer Richards, officer Eller, and Mayor Harris.

Looking on is Richards’ two-year old son. The Graces gave them a 1974 comic book called Adam-12 based on the TV show of the same name. They placed a Superman quote on the framed comic book that said, “I think a hero is an ordinary individual who finds strength to persevere and endure in spite of overwhelming obstacles.”

He also announced that the Live Scan cabinet has been received, and wiring to that room has been completed. The department will be training officers in late November.

Iacono also thanked Officer Cruz for her assistance in translating after the fire.

Mayor Harris once again thanked everyone for their assistance during and after the fire. Harris has been meeting with all agencies to coordinate efforts for the displaced fire victims.

Council also approved the following actions: • Civil Service Resolution # 2023-001 regarding the eligibility list for the position as patrol officer for the Borough of Oxford; • Conditional offer of full-time employment to Shakira Greer; • Appointment of Terri Dugan as codes enforcement official and zoning officer for the borough;

• Approval of general terms and conditions with Pennoni Associates, Inc..; • Appointment of Pennoni Associates, Inc. as borough engineer; • Resolution #1369 - 2023 for the Oxford Regional Comprehensive Plan update funding agreement; • Letter to the office of the budget on behalf of Oxford Mainstreet, Inc. to request a six-month extension to submit the Redevelopment Assistance Capital Program (RACP) grant post-award application and business plan in support of the Historic Oxford Theater Project; • Letter in support of the application submitted by the Housing Partnership of Chester County (HPCC) to the PHFA Pennsylvania Housing Affordability and Rehabilitation Enhancement Fund (PHARE) to help fund HPCC’s Conservatorship program; and

Pictured left to right are Police Chief Sam Iacono, officer Scott Richards, officer Karlianna Eller, Mayor Harris and Sgt. Chris Coverly.

Officer Scott Richards and Officer Karlianna Eller entered a burning building at the Sept. 13 fire in Oxford. Richards is the father of five and is holding his youngest child. Eller has only been on the force for two years. The dynamic duo was recognized for their bravery in evacuating 90 persons from a burning building.

Union Fire Company filled the council room as Mayor Harris recognized all of them for fighting the Sept. 13 fire in Oxford.

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Local News In the garden: Coatesville agency creating opportunities for new entrepreneurs

By Richard L. Gaw Staff Writer There are at present one half dozen small businesses tucked side-by-side in what used to be an Army-Navy story at 228 Main Street in Coatesville, and in many respects, these small shops form a community garden of hope and dreams, arranged in harmony with a local agency who wants these individual businesses to grow, root by root.

First initiated last November, the Coatesville 2nd Century Alliance has established Made in Coatesville, by converting a portion of their new offices into an incubator program for small businesses that opens the door of opportunity to new business owners to market their goods and services under the tutelage and support of the agency.

The initiative takes its incentive from the five primary goals of the 2nd Century Alliance, which was established in 2015: to advance major catalytic development projects; to employ strategies to bring jobs and economic opportunity to the city; to strengthen and stabilize neighborhoods; to revitalize the downtown commercial district; and to promote Coatesville’s attributes and advantages.

“One of the things that we have realized in our seven years as an agency is that we have a huge entrepreneurial spirit right here in the city,” said Amber Little-Turner, 2nd Century Alliance acting executive director. “Trying to figure out the best way to make sure that local residents and business owners feel like they are part of these revitalization efforts was to provide an opportunity for them to start a business here.

“Ultimately, it is up the organization to make the decision on what entrepreneur will be given the

opportunity to open a business at the incubator, but it’s also a collective conversation, because the entrepreneur wants to make their own decision as to whether this business model works for them or not.”

Looker Books, an independent bookstore and the first tenant in the incubator, held their grand opening in August.

“I am so excited to be a part of this program and to have a downtown location,” said Dana Looker, the shop’s proprietor. “The response from the community has exceeded my expectations.”

In addition to Looker Books, Made in Coatesville is comprised of nine other businesses: The Butter Pecan Café, Coset Babe, DLG Bookkeeping Services, Epiphany CPR, Stingy Brims Hat Company, Valley Crossing Digital and West Branch Herbs and tea.

While the marketplace is open to the public on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, each store owner has access to the Alliance’s co-shared workspace and conference room, as well as to the Alliance’s broad array of services. Kissed by Noelle, another incubator business, is soon to move to a new location in the downtown district.

When Michele Allen first established her Mimi’s Favorite Things in 2019 -- boutique shop that specializes in unique, high quality self-care products made by small, woman and/or minority businesses – she took the business everywhere, from farmer’s markets to her home and to the Midway Arts Building.

When Made in Coatesville was launched, Allen saw it as an opportunity to put her entrepreneurial boots in the ground. She quickly found out that she was surrounded by a network of support – a communal sense of partnership.

“The first three years of Mimi’s was an exciting learning opportunity, but while we did see an early spike during the first phase of COVID-19, as the pandemic dragged on it became very challenging to justify continuing to have a space,” she said. “My husband and I began to realize that if 80 percent of the business was online sales, why did we need a large, dedicated space?”

Mimi’s Favorite Things officially opened on Small Business Saturday last November.

“When I came to the incubator and was surrounded by other retailers who were also trying to build their walk-in businesses, I found it to be such an uplifting environment, and for our customers, it has become a place where they can shop for many things, not just one thing,” Allen said.

In late September, Mimi’s Favorite Things became the first partner in the Made in Coatesville Small Business Incubator program to move from the marketplace to a new storefront. The retail boutique’s new location is just up the street at 262 East Lincoln Highway, which with help from her husband and business partner Courtney, Michele was able to purchase.

“My goal is to officially launch Mimi’s in downtown Coatesville as a staple

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Michele Allen, right, the owner of Mimi’s Favorite Things, recently became the first business in the Made in Coatesville Incubator program to move from the marketplace to her own storefront. She is joined by Amber Little-Turner, 2nd Century Alliance acting executive director, who helped begin the program for new businesses last November.

representation of a permanent business,” she said.

“We have plans for the remainder of the building.

There is a beautiful courtyard that we’re considering using for public events, and there is a basement that has been used as a business location in the past.”

Made in Coatesville is just one of Coatesville’s several initiatives intended to kick-start a growing entrepreneurial spirit in the city. The Chester County Economic Development Council recently opened a Business Resource Center at 357 East Lincoln Highway, home to another incubator program known as the nth Innovation Center, and the City of Coatesville offers a Business Skills for Success program in partnership with Kutztown University’s Small Business Development Center.

“Our Made in Coatesville incubator program has already exceeded our expectations,” LittleTurner said. “We’ve

Dana Looker of Looker Books, an independent bookstore and the first tenant in the incubator.

already had success stories like Michele who have moved their store to another place in the downtown district. Our hope and desire is that we can continue to graduate people like Michele into whatever their desires are moving forward. For these businesses, their goal isn’t to necessarily to remain here forever, but each owner’s timeframe is different.

“My hope is that we will not only will we continue to serve more retail entrepreneurs but ramp our ability

to provide opportunities for other types of businesses.”

The Made in Coatesville Incubator program is located at 228 East Lincoln Highway in Coatesville. Its office hours are Thursdays and Fridays from 4:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., and Saturdays from 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. To learn more about the program and to apply, visit www. madeincoatesville.com.

To learn more about the 2nd Century Alliance, visit www.2ndCenturyAlliance. org.

Book sale at Oxford Library The Friends of the Oxford Library has planned a fall book sale in the library. The book sale will take place this Friday, Oct. 27 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday, Oct. 28 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. There will be a nice selection of fiction, non-fiction and paperbacks. It’s a bring-your-own-bag sale.

Williams announces grant for Sadsbury Woods Preserve Natural Lands is receiving a $105,900 grant to expand the Sadsbury Woods Preserve. The grant will be used to acquire approximately three acres along Compass Road in Sadsbury Township, State Rep. Dan

Williams announced.

Williams said the grant was awarded under the Community Conservation Partnership Program, which is administered by the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural

Resources.

The Sadsbury Woods Preserve is part of the largest remaining, unfragmented woodlands in Chester County. Sadsbury Woods Preserve has more than five miles of hiking trails and is a favorite spot among local bird watchers. It is managed

by Natural Lands, a nonprofit, tax-exempt 501(c)3 organization.

“This grant will help Sadsbury Woods keep more land unencumbered by development, allowing generations of Chester County residents to enjoy the beauty of natural woodlands,” Williams said.

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Opinion

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Letter to the Editor

A price too high

Work toward resolving the decades-old conflict between Israel and Palestinians

Throughout the historic annals of our nation’s democracy, there is very likely not one elected official at any level of government who has publicly claimed that they enjoy the act of raising taxes on the people they have been elected to represent.

In a similar vein, rare is the individual on the receiving end of those hikes who is thrilled to dig deeper into his or her pocket.

Yet taxes – and the gradual raising of them – remains the obligatory hobgoblin that affords a functional government the opportunity to provide essential services.

At its most efficient, the proper method of initiating tax hikes is to unveil them gradually, in manageable increments that inflict a pain no worse than that of a harmless paper cut that leaves no permanent scar.

Conversely, the most inefficient method of raising taxes is for an administration to pride itself for years on its ability to not raise taxes in an attempt to curry appreciation from their constituents, while behind the scenes – in the un-sexy world of financial analysis and budget spreadsheets – the taxes that build sources of revenue record middling returns while the cost of running the government rises.

Far too often, a governing body’s refusal to raise taxes amounts to a Ponzi scheme of deception that eventually runs out of money and leads to the ultimate recourse, forcing it to siphon money from other sources in order to pay the bills and, when those sources become depleted, gather their elected officials together to sign off on a huge tax increase, backed up with a sob story rhetoric of excuses and promises that the additional revenue will be dedicated to fix the roads and attract more commercial revenue.

On Oct. 16, just as he had done on Aug. 28, New Garden Township Manager Christopher Himes led the township’s Board of Supervisors on a walkthrough of the township’s financial picture. It was a well-prepared and thorough presentation that left every stone of the township overturned and exposed, revealing among other admissions that over the past decade, revenue collected from real estate taxes have grown a paltry 7.8 percent, while real estate taxes based on a millage rate of 1.62 remained untouched from 2014 to 2017, and 1.72 from 2018 to 2023.

Added up, it represents a revenue of growth of just $110,000.

Translated, this evidence showed that over the last ten years, while the cost of maintaining and improving the township’s infrastructure rose significantly -- while the cost of providing police and emergency services skyrocketed -- the New Garden Township Board of Supervisors chose to rest on their laurels and stake their political lives on not raising real estate taxes, while this dereliction of their duties went unnoticed by a constituency that was convinced that all was right in their township.

Everybody was happy then, remember? New Garden Township was a municipality of accomplishment and activity, riding high on land acquisitions, the building of a new facility for the Southern Chester County Regional Police Department, the sale of the township’s outdated wastewater system for $29.5 million, and the purchase of what is now New Garden Hills, a generous patch of township that those in office imagined would become a magical kingdom of activity, open space and entertainment.

While the township is to be credited for these achievements, the party has come to a crashing halt, because halfway through his Oct. 16 presentation, Himes recommended no other recourse but for the township to enact a real estate tax hike, beginning in 2024, that would increase millage from 1.72 percent to 3.9 – a 120-percent rate increase – in an effort to recoup what the stagnant existing rates were generating. In raw numbers – should the supervisors sign off on the proposal -- the nearly 2,400 township households whose home values are between $100,000 and $250,000 would pay $60.45 in monthly real estate taxes – an increase of $33.79 per month and $725.40 a year – a total yearly increase of $405.48 beginning in 2024. Those households whose homes are assessed between $250,000 and $400,000 would see their real estate taxes climb to $92.95 a month and $1,115.40 for the year – a total tax increase of $623.48.

The conversation about whether to approve the rate hike is not over – the board will discuss the issue at its Oct. 23 budget meeting – but the handwriting is obvious and scrawled on the New Garden Township Building wall. The inaction of previous boards to recognize the need to address the widening difference between revenues and expenses has given the current supervisors no alternative but to approve a 120-percent real estate tax increase to township residents.

It’s the price of running a government, but for those who live in New Garden Township, it is a price too high.

Letter to the Editor: The Biden administration seems to have been instrumental in getting Israel to resume water supply to southern Gaza. This is an example of using the power and prestige of the U.S. for good.

I hope President Biden will continue to use the power and influence of the United States to pressure Israel to return all services to Gaza and its civilian population.

Furthermore, I hope President Biden will work not to further arm Israel

militarily but to broker a cessation of hostilities, and to provide humanitarian aid to suffering civilians, including the return of kidnapped Israelis.

Crimes against humanity and war crimes seem to have been committed by Hamas and Israel.

The way forward is not to encourage further war crimes by either side, but to work toward resolving the decades-old problem of the conflict between Israel and Palestinians.

Anita Bower Nottingham

Promoting Peace and Harmony with the Good Neighbor Policy

By Marie-Louise Meyers Did World Peace Day come and go with little to show for it?

How about Face to Face at home instead of checking out Face Book; while technology soars why not check out natural encounters Out Doors?

Why not start with your street, and what makes the community run like the fire, police, and ambulance departments, some day you will need one or maybe all of them!

Look how the five alarm fire devastated the downtown area!

Do you shop till you drop far from home or just across the street find deals you can really own?

We cannot survive aloof and alone, what about good neighborhood policies?

Do you sit in judgement of someone because of background or beliefs, are steeped in rhetoric but not good deeds?

Do you hesitate when children are waiting for a school bus or drive by like you can’t afford to be late; offer to buy food or contribute your own vegetables

or lend a helping hand as if God-Sent not by command?

Don’t just stop the “bully” on the playground slow them down by offering other ways to strut their stuff, in a small mean way they’re much like “Bully” Nations.

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No matter Left Wing, Right Wing, Center Stage, we should all be on the

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Make each day a profound note for we all die on route, let yours be toward Justice and Truth?

In the end you’ll be judged for your spirit and contributions no matter how small, don’t trivialize what befalls others; instead of erecting barriers, try to be a carrier of Good Will for all!

Kayden’s Law unanimously voted out of Senate Judiciary Committee Senate Bill 55, known as Kayden’s Law, was unanimously voted out of the Senate Judiciary Committee.

The bipartisan legislation is sponsored by State Senators Steve Santarsiero (D-10) and Lisa Baker (R-20), and is named for Kayden Mancuso, a seven-year-old from Lower Makefield Township, who was killed in August 2018 by her biological father during a court-ordered, unsupervised visit granted following a year-long custody dispute.

“No child in Pennsylvania should fear for their safety or be left alone with an abuser,” said Sen. Santarsiero.

“Kayden’s Law will ensure the safety of the child is paramount in custody cases and will absolutely save children’s lives.”

During the committee meeting, Senator Baker noted that Kayden would have turned 13 years old on Sunday, Oct. 15.

Senate Bill 55 will: • Strengthen the current factors that judges must consider in making custody and visitation decisions, to make

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it clear that the most important issue is the protection of the child; • Ensure that if there is a finding by the court of an ongoing risk of abuse, that any custody order includes safety conditions and restrictions necessary, including supervised visitation, to protect the child; and • Encourage the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania to implement an annual educational and training program for judges and relevant court personnel on child abuse, adverse childhood experiences, domestic violence, and its impact on children.

Sen. Santarsiero continued, “Kayden’s Law has been a collaborative effort,

led by the tireless advocacy of Kayden’s mom Kathy Sherlock, along with family law experts. I am proud to have the opportunity to sponsor this legislation and will continue to advocate for the bill to be brought before the full Senate.”

Kayden’s Law passed the Senate in 2021, during the previous Senate session, but was not brought up for a vote in the House. With the start of the new session in January 2023, all bills that were not passed in the previous session must be re-introduced and begin the legislative process anew.

Senate Bill 55 may now be brought up for a full vote of the Senate.

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Pa. Lt. Gov. Austin A. Davis delivers keynote address to Southern Chester County Chamber of Commerce Pennsylvania’s Lt. Gov. Austin A. Davis delivered the keynote address to the Southern Chester County Chamber of Commerce during the chamber’s signature annual luncheon on Oct. 17.

Chamber members and guests from across the greater Philadelphia region, including nearby states of Delaware, Maryland, and New Jersey, gathered at the Mendenhall Inn & Conference Center to hear an important message from Davis. He is the youngest person to serve as lieutenant governor in the U.S. and the first African American to hold the office in Pennsylvania’s history.

As a young boy, he grew up watching his parents juggle raising a family and putting food on the table. At the age of 16, while living in McKeesport, Pa., gun violence came to his doorstep and became pivotal in guiding his career choice.

Davis got involved in his community, starting a youth advisory council with the mayor and a youth gun violence prevention program at his high school. Davis went on to study political science at the University of Pittsburgh, becoming a firstgeneration college graduate

pursuing a career in public service.

During his remarks, Davis touched on his recent achievements and challenges impacting the Commonwealth. He also answered a moderated question-and-answer session featuring a diverse range of topics including the gas tax, permitting reform, infrastructure, childcare, early education, affordable housing, small business growth, healthcare, higher education and freedom.

“Through his thoughtful remarks and direct responses to a host of questions, the Lieutenant Governor brought a level of awareness and realism to the room that was needed and appreciated,” said Cheryl Kuhn, president of the chamber.

“As we face incredibly challenging times in our country, leaders like Austin are necessary to serve our Commonwealth and its people.”

Davis said the young people of Pennsylvania keep him motivated.

“Every time I engage with young Pennsylvanians, I see how thoughtful and passionate they are,” he said. “As a new father, I am excited to see what my daughter’s

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Chairman-elect James E. Turner, Chester Water Authority, chairman of the board, Doug Doerfler, WSFS Bank, Keynote Speaker Lt. Gov. Austin Davis, Michele Berardi, and Quiana Pettiford from presenting sponsor Kendal~Crosslands Communities are pictured at the annual luncheon.

generation will do to make our Commonwealth a better place.

“Pennsylvania kids deserve a high-quality education, which includes art and music education, no matter what they look like or what zip code they live in. These subjects are not merely enrichment; they are essential for preparing our kids to be well-rounded citizens of our Commonwealth and the world.”

During his remarks to a full house of local business and community leaders, Davis said he and Gov. Josh Shapiro truly believe that government can be a force for good, “if we put aside

our partisan differences and work together,” he said.

Both Davis and Shapiro are serving their first terms in office after winning elections for the respective roles of lieutenant governor and governor last November.

“Our Chamber of Commerce is proud to host the longstanding signature annual luncheon,” said Kuhn.

“Through the years the business community across the Philadelphia region has been inspired by remarks from international leaders.

We are honored to include Lieutenant Governor Davis on this prestigious list.”

Many businesses and community leaders supported

Chamber members and guests from across the greater Philadelphia region, including nearby states of Delaware, Maryland, and New Jersey, gathered at the Mendenhall Inn & Conference Center to hear an important message from Davis.

The Mendenhall Inn played host to a diverse and vibrant group of local businesses and community leaders from the Southern Chester County Chamber of Commerce.

the annual luncheon through sponsorships. The presenting sponsor this year was KendalCrosslands Communities, the reception sponsor was Bumpers & Company, CPAs,

and the keynote champion was Constellation Energy.

For sponsorship opportunities, contact Cheryl Kuhn at ckuhn@scccc.com or (610) 444-0774.

Western Chester County Chamber recognizes community advocates that help region thrive “Tonight, I pledge to keep giving back my energy and my time to our community to achieve higher highs, to infuse new ideas, and to always use fresh thinking.”

That’s what John H. Lymberis said as he stood at the podium of the Western Chester County Chamber of Commerce’s annual dinner on Oct. 5.

Lymberis is the owner of Harry’s the Neighborhood Place, Athena’s Kafenio, and ZING Sushi. He also has completed multiple development projects in the area, including Quarry Ridge, Sadsbury Self Storage, and Lafayette Square Apartments.

The Western Chester County Chamber of Commerce honored Lymberis with the Joseph G. Filoromo, Jr. Community Service Award during the event at the Gardens at Applecross. Every year, this award is bestowed upon a group or individual who has shown great commitment in serving their community in western Chester County.

Both Alissa Steele-Griffith, of Quik-Stop Pharmacy and Greg Vietri, of G.A. Vietri, Inc. had the honor of presenting John H. Lymberis with the award.

Lymberis said, “Most importantly, I always want to cherish the history, the legacy, and the memory of the people who got us here, like Mr. Filoromo and like my father. I want to aspire to be like them and to have my children watch what we do and have them do it, just as we all have.”

Greg Vietri spoke about the history of Joseph G. Filoromo.

“The Joseph G. Filoromo Community Service Award

was established in 1979 by the chamber to honor Mr. Filoromo, who was a legend in the community,” he said.

The Filoromo family history spans back eight decades in western Chester County as they operated the Coatesville Coca-Cola Bottling Company. In addition to his successful business operations, his community service impacted his neighbors greatly and in result the award named for him continues to honor business owners with the same mission.

Steele-Griffith spoke about Lymberis’ impact in the community.

“The story of John is one of family and community,” she said.

Lymberis’ parents Athena and Harry emigrated from Greece in the sixties. Athena and Harry purchased the property now known as Harry’s the Neighborhood Place. Lymberis, after finishing a college degree in architecture, came back home and helped to remodel and rebrand Harry’s. After Lymberis’ renovations, he made Harry’s a destination in the community, one that is revered by generations of patrons.

“John not only provides dining opportunities to the area, but is also responsible for the infrastructure. He was a leader in bringing the streetscapes and sidewalks to Sadsburyville,” SteeleGriffith said.

Through Lymberis’ work, he helped create a smalltown community, where people can walk the neighborhood and feel truly at home. He gives back to his community in many ways.

When Harry’s celebrated their 50th anniversary this

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Award recipient Michael Guyer, 2023 Board President Brenda McNeil, and award recipient John H. Lymberis at the awards presentation.

past May, the whole month was dedicated to giving back proceeds to different nonprofits and organizations in the area.

Following the presentation of the Community Service Award, Rachel Cathell, executive director of the Western Chester County Chamber of Commerce, presented the Elliott R. Jones Award to Michael Guyer of Mid Penn Bank. This award is given each year to an individual that has enlisted dedication and volunteerism that has uplifted and strengthened the Chamber of Commerce and the businesses within.

Rachel said, “Michael has served as the treasurer of our chamber for the last five years. His methods are strategic and his razor-sharp financial insight has provided our organization with capabilities we didn’t think possible ten years ago.

“With Guyer’s guidance, the chamber has created a new opportunity fund to provide additional services to members, strengthened their financial core to record health, and hired on a third employee.”

While accepting the award, Guyer said, “I’ve been a part of this chamber for a long time and it’s such a special

place. It brings all of us together. I couldn’t do this without the help of everyone. I help with the financial side and I see how much this chamber has grown. I feel like I’ve added some value, but I’ve gotten so much more back.”

Both State Representative Dan Williams and Chester County Commissioner Josh Maxwell were in attendance and presented Lymberis and Guyer with citations for their hard work and contribution to the community.

The annual dinner, with presenting sponsor Presence Bank, was led by Brenda McNeil, the 2023 Board president of the Chamber. She spoke about the progress the chamber has made this year and the accomplishments they continue to reach for.

“The Western Chester County Chamber of Commerce, or ChescoWest, is a truly special place to be,” she said. “We are collaborative, supportive, and dedicated to all of those who live and work here.”

Looking forward to the Chamber’s future, she said, “We’re rolling out a Small Business Growth Grant in 2024. This Chamber is in a place where we can give back to our businesses, who

Greg Vietri with award recipient John H. Lymberis, John Filoromo, Alissa Griffith, and Lou Teti.

John H. Lymberis with State Rep. Dan Wiilliams and Brenda McNeil.

we support and who have supported us right back.”

Also at the event, the chamber introduced the 2024 incoming President, Mikaila Szkil of Citadel Federal Credit Union.

She said, “Each person I’ve met here has had the chamber’s mission shine through them. My goal is to continue to provide the support that I’ve been given.

I believe one of the most important aspects of the chamber is offering a sense of community and I plan to commit to show members that this is an aspect that ChescoWest has always had.

We often hear the saying, ‘it takes a village to raise a child’ but I feel we can say that it takes a village to raise a business. ChescoWest is that village.”

Since 1916, the Western

Chester County Chamber of Commerce has been representing business owners’ best interests. The chamber is a member-based organization made up of businesses and organizations of all sizes and across a diverse span of industries.

The chamber is guided by business leaders, working to improve western Chester County’s economic climate to create a region that is well-connected, innovative and accessible for business and community growth.

Chamber members engage in programs that provide them with tools such as networking, visibility, business education and advocacy to grow their operations in western Chester County.

Visit the chamber’s website at westernchestercounty. com.

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Obituaries SHIRLEY SCHULER BAUMGARDNER GEORGIANNE MCENTYRE With great sadness we announce the loss of our beloved mother Georgianne McEntyre, who passed away on September 10, 2023. She resided in Phoenixville, Pa. A life so beautifully lived deserves to be remembered. Her memorial will be held on October 28, 2023.

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Shirley Schuler Baumgardner, 81, of Cochranville, peacefully passed away at Twin Pines Health Care Center in West Grove on Oct. 15, 2023.

She was the wife of the late Ronald Baumgardner and first husband James Darrel Schuler.

Born in West Chester, she was the daughter of the late Carl E. and Elsie Willis Onks.

She was employed with the Nottingham Inn, Herr Foods, Charlotte Motor Speedway and as a nanny.

Shirley was a member of the Red Hat Society in North Carolina and was active in veterans groups. She was an avid reader, enjoyed scrapbooking, crocheting, travel, taking trips to the beach and especially spending time with her family and friends.

She is survived by her son, D. Wayne Schuler of Oxford and three daughters, Rosa Schuler Ferguson of Oxford, Deborah Schuler of Newport, N.C. and Susan Schuler Bromley of Dover, Pa. Also surviving are seven grandchildren, Mike Ferguson, Amanda Ferguson Bradley, David Schuler, Greg Schuler, Christopher Schuler, Steve Collins and John Collins, four great-grandchildren, Edward Ferguson, Jacksen Uhland, Alexandria Collins, and Audrey Collins, and one brother, Frank Onks of Cody, Wy. She was preceded in death by her brothers, Roy Onks of Pomfret, Vt. and Sam Onks of Downingtown and her aunt Bertie of Cochranville.

Funeral services were held on Oct. 19 at the Edward L. Collins, Jr. Funeral Home, Inc. in Oxford.

Interment will be in Oxford Cemetery.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the American Cancer Society, PO Box 22718, Oklahoma City, Okla., 73123-1718.

Arrangements are being handled by the Edward L. Collins, Jr. Funeral Home, Inc. in Oxford. Online condolences may be made at www.elcollinsfuneralhome.com.

JANET H. DOUGHERTY Janet H. Dougherty passed away on Oct. 5, 2023 at The Glen, Willow Valley in Lancaster, Pa. She was 92.

Mrs. Dougherty was predeceased by Dr. LaVerne N. Dougherty, her husband of 59 years. They had a daughter, Sharon Lynne (Dougherty) Rouis (Paul). In 1957, Mrs. Dougherty was predeceased by her husband LeRoy B. Abbott, with whom she had two children, Dennis Burnette (Abbott) Dougherty (Elaine) and Barbara Abbott (Dougherty) Crandell.

Born in Covington, Ky. on Feb. 10, 1931, Janet was the daughter of the late George M. and Helen Osborne Byrne.

She spent her early life in Kentucky and graduated from Florence High School in 1949. Until her death, she maintained close relationships with her remaining classmates.

She married Verne in 1961 and in June of 1962 the family moved to Oxford.

Mrs. Dougherty was the business office manager for her husband’s veterinary practice until they both retired in 1997. She was a hands-on and involved partner with her husband, dedicated to the success of the practice and small animal clinic. She became “mom” to the numerous young veterinarians and their families employed by the practice, and always did her best to make them feel welcome and at home for 25 years. She was elected to various offices, including president, during her affiliation with the Auxiliary. Janet was interested in historical preservation, taking a special interest in the New London, Pa. area, where she and her husband resided from 1971 to 1997.

Mrs. Dougherty was “Nana” to six grandchildren, Andrea Dougherty, Daniel Dougherty (Jennifer), Karin Holm, Elizabeth Tabor, Katherine Flannery (Terry), and Tyler Rouis and 10 great-grandchildren. It was a special privilege for Janet to spend 10 years at Willow Valley with her husband, where they made many new friendships which continued and grew during the three years after his passing. She was admired and loved by many and will be missed by all.

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Local News Advanced directive workshop set for Nov. 13 Death Conversations Kennett Square announced that the November gathering will be a “Five Wishes” advanced directive workshop. The gathering will take place on Monday, Nov. 13 at the Grieco Funeral Home office in Kennett Square. The workshop runs from 6:30 to 8 p.m.

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Obituaries

MARGARET MARY DRISCOLL Margaret Mary Driscoll, a resident of Oxford and formerly of Sun Village, Pa., Delaware County, passed away on Oct. 11, 2023 at home. She was 72.

Born in Chester, Pa., she was the daughter of the late Joseph and Marie Graham Phillips.

Margaret was a member of St. Rose of Lima, Eddystone.

She was a cafeteria aide at Nottingham Elementary for 20 years and was previously employed with FibreMetal Products Co., Concordville as Local Union President for 33 years.

She enjoyed traveling, shopping, Rod Stewart music and especially all her students.

She is survived by one daughter, Elaine Wanner of Alabama; two grandchildren, Samantha Long of Oxford and Jacob Long of Coatesville; four greatgrandsons, Dustin, Jacob Roman and Gunner; one brother, Joseph Phillips of South Carolina; and many nieces and nephews.

She was preceded in death by one sister, Catherine Cassidy and one brother, John Phillips.

A Celebration of Life Service was held on Oct. 21 at the Edward L. Collins, Jr. Funeral Home, Inc. in Oxford.

Interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to Dustin James Long College Fund on GoFundMe. Arrangements are being handled by the Edward L. Collins, Jr. Funeral Home, Inc. in Oxford. Online condolences may be made at www.elcollinsfuneralhome.com.

YVONNE RENVERSE MAPP Yvonne Renverse Mapp, age 101, of Oxford, passed away peacefully on Oct. 11, 2023 in her apartment at Ware Presbyterian Village.

Born in Belgium on June 30, 1922, she was the daughter of the late Fernand and Louise Quintart Renverse.

Yvonne was predeceased by her husband, Isaac Mapp, and her brother, Mutien. She is survived by her closest friends, Laura Anderson, Rita Smyth and Robert Lillich.

Yvonne’s life was one of music. A graduate of the Royal Conservatory of Music in Brussels where she studied piano, chamber music, harmony, keyboard harmony and music history, she was named Professor of Piano of the School of Music in Felieze and the Music Academy of Soignies in 1945.

During her tenure as the accompanist of the 120 Voice Protestant Choir of Brussels, she met her future husband Ike, who was a soloist in the choir and a student at the University of Brussels. They were married in 1952 and emigrated to the United States in 1954 when Ike was offered a biology teaching position at Lincoln University.

A classically trained concert pianist, Yvonne gave a recital at Lincoln University in 1956 and soon after began a teaching career in piano. Word spread quickly that Yvonne was offering piano lessons and soon it was well known that if a family wanted their children to study piano, “Madame Mapp” was the best teacher in

the area. Over the next 40 years, she taught hundreds of students of all ages. Her students will remember her as being serious about the music, but so very caring about each and every one of them.

Yvonne’s other passions were for nature, gardening, birds, and all animals. She fed birds and squirrels even as she nurtured a feral cat colony who ignored the birds and came to her door twice a day for food. She and Ike had many, many pet dogs and cats throughout their lives. Her last beloved cat, Kalik, moved with her to Ware and lived to be 18 years old, predeceasing Yvonne by four months.

Yvonne had a keen and curious mind and she read voraciously to keep up with current events, scientific breakthroughs, medical science, nature, and the arts.

When asked what she would buy if she won the lottery, she always replied “A sports car!” Thanks to a generous car dealer on the Main Line, Yvonne got “the ride of her life” in a Maserati on her 80th birthday!

Friends and former students are invited to share in a celebration of Yvonne’s life at 10:30 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 11 at Mary Dod Brown Memorial Chapel on the campus of Lincoln University.

Interment will be private.

In lieu of flowers, donations may be made to the S.P.C.A. 1212 Phoenixville Pike, West Chester, Pa. 19380.

Arrangements are being handled by the Edward L. Collins, Jr. Funeral Home, Inc. in Oxford. Online condolences may be made at www.elcollinsfuneralhome. com.

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ESTATE NOTICE

ESTATE OF MARY V. CART LEDG E, DECE ASED. Late of Lower Oxford Township, Chester County, PA LETTERS TESTAMENTARY on the above Estate have been granted to the undersigned, who request all persons having claims or demands against the estate of the decedent to make known the same and all persons indebted to the decedent to make payment without delay to MARY P. LOGIURATO, EXECUTRIX, c/o Guy F. Matthews, Esq., 300 W. State St., Ste. 300, Media, PA 19063, Or to her Attorney: GUY F. MATTHEWS, ECKELL, SPARKS, LEVY, AUERBACH, MONTE, SLOANE, MATTHEWS & AUSLANDER, P.C. 300 W. State St., Ste. 300, Media, PA 19063 10-11-3t

ESTATE NOTICE

ESTATE OF Marilyn F. Smith late of Oxford Borough, Chester County, Deceased. Letters Testamentary on the estate of the above named Marilyn F. Smith having been granted to the undersigned, all persons having claims or demands against the estate of the said decedent are requested to make known the same and all persons indebted to the said decedent to make payment without delay to: Arlene McVickar, Executrix c/o Attorney: Winifred Moran Sebastian, Esquire, 208 E. Locust Street, P.O. Box 381 Oxford, PA 19363 Phone: 610-932-3838 10p-11-3t

INVITATION FOR BIDS

FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE PENN TOWNSHIP EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER AND THE SOUTHERN CHESTER COUNTY EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICE MEDIC 94 BUILDING 863 W. BALTIMORE PIKE, FOR PENN TOWNSHIP, 260 LEWIS ROAD, WEST GROVE, PENNSYLVANIA OCTOBER 16, 2023 PROPOSALS will be received by the Board of Supervisors, Penn Township, Chester County, Pennsylvania between the hours of 8:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M. until 11:00 A.M., Prevailing Time, on Tuesday, November 29, 2023, at the Penn Township Offices located at 260 Lewis Road, West Grove, PA 19390, for the following: The Construction of a 3,985 square foot Emergency Operations Center and Facility for the Southern Chester County Emergency Medical Service – Medic 94. The proposed building consists of approximately 1,625 S.F. of Utility and Vehicle Area and approximately 2,360 S.F. of Offices, Bunk Rooms, Common Area, Kitchen, Rest Rooms, and Multi-Purpose Room.

All Bids will be publicly opened and read aloud by the Building Bid Committee at 2:00 P.M. Prevailing Time, on Tuesday, November 29, 2023, at the Penn Township Building, 260 Lewis Road, West Grove, PA 19390.

Specifications and Forms of Proposal may be obtained at the Office of the Penn Town-

ship, Director of Operations at the Township Office address above between the hours of 8:00 A.M. and 4:00 P.M. beginning Monday, October 23, 2023, at 9:00 A.M. upon payment of a non-refundable fee of $200.00, payable to Penn Township, Chester County, PA. No Specifications and Form of Proposal Packages will be sent out by the Township.

Proposals must be upon the forms furnished by the Township and securely sealed in an envelope marked “Penn Township Emergency Operations Building.”

Each bid must be accompanied by a signed commitment of the proposed surety offering to execute a Performance Bond, as well as the Letter of Intent, and Non-Collusion Affidavit.

The successful Bidder will be required to furnish a Contractor’s Performance Bond and Labor and Materialmen’s Bond in an amount of the accepted bid.

The Surety Company and form of surety shall be subject to the approval of Penn Township. The Bond Company should have no less than an “A” rating (Best Rating) and provide documentation of their authority to do business in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. In addition, the Bond should be provided without a reinsurer.

No bidder may withdraw his/her bid within sixty (60) days after the date set for the receiving and opening of bids.

Pennsylvania prevailing wage rates will apply to this project, in addition to any and all other applicable federal, state, and local laws, statutes, ordinance, rules and regulations.

Penn Township reserves the right to accept any or all bids or parts thereof, or to reject any or all bids or parts thereof, for any cause whatsoever, as they deem for the best interest of the Township.

Notice is hereby given to all prospective bidders that a PREBID MEETING will be held on Tuesday, November 14, 2023 at 10:00, prevailing time to discuss the project. The meeting will be held at Penn Township Building, 260 Lewis Road, West Grove, PA 19390 in the Finnen Community Room. Although the Pre-Bid meeting is not mandatory all bidders are encouraged to attend.

Funding assistance for the Penn Township Emergency Operation Center and the Southern Chester County Emergency Medical Services, Medic 94 Building has been provided in part through a grant from the Chester County Board of Commissioners, Marian Moskowitz, Josh Maxwell, and Michele Kichline.

By Order of the Penn Township Board of Supervisors, Karen Versuk, MBA, PhD, Director of Operations 10p-18-2t

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NOTICE OF CIVIL ACTION

IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF YORK COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA No. 2023-SU-001084, CIVIL ACTION-LAW & EQUITY George M. Leader Family Corporation : d/b/a Country Meadows of York – West : Plaintiff, : v. Corinne M. Hedges, :Defendant.

This is a complaint against Corinne M. Hedges NOTICE If you wish to defend, you must enter a written appearance personally or by attorney and file your defenses or objections in writing with the court. You are warned that if you fail to do so the case may proceed without you and a judgment may be entered against you without further notice for the relief requested by the plaintiff.

You may lose money or property or other rights important to you.

YOU SHOULD TAKE THIS PAPER TO YOUR LAWYER AT ONCE. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A LAWYER, GO TO OR TELEPHONE THE OFFICE SET FORTH BELOW. THIS OFFICE CAN PROVIDE YOU WITH INFORMATION ABOUT HIRING A LAWYER. IF YOU CANNOT AFFORD TO HIRE A LAWYER, THIS OFFICE MAY BE ABLE TO PROVIDE YOU WITH INFORMATION ABOUT AGENCIES THAT MAY OFFER LEGAL SERVICES TO ELIGIBLE PERSONS AT A REDUCED FEE OR NO FEE. Lawyer Referral Service, York County Bar Association, (717) 854-8755 extension 20, 137 E. Market Street York, PA 17401 10p-25-1t

ACTION TO QUIET TITLE

IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS OF CHESTER COUNTY, PENNSYLVANIA CIVIL ACTION – LAW NO.: 2023-06971-RC TO: Coastal Federal Mortgage Company, and all successors, assigns or representatives having or claiming to have any right, lien, title, interest in or claim against 300 Glenrose Road, Township of East Fallowfield and Highland Township, County of Chester, Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. TAKE NOTICE THAT David and Lucy Leedy have filed a Complaint in Action to Quiet Title in the aforesaid Court as of the above term and number, and praying the Court to adjudicate and decree their title and right of possession to said premises, more particularly described in the said Complaint, indefeasible as against all rights and claims whatsoever, and you are hereby notified to file an Answer within twenty (20) days following the date of this publication, in default of which an Order may be entered as prayed for against you, requiring you to take such action as may be ordered by the Court within thirty days after the entry of such Order in

default of which final judgment shall be entered. If you wish to defend, you must enter a written appearance personally or by attorney and file your defenses or objections in writing with the Court. You are warned that if you fail to do so the case may proceed without you and a judgment may be entered against you without further notice for the relief requested by Plaintiff.

You may lose money or property or other rights important to you.

YOU SHOULD TAKE THIS NOTICE TO YOUR LAWYER AT ONCE. IF YOU DO NOT HAVE A LAWYER AND WISH TO RETAIN ONE, PLEASE CALL THE NUMBER LISTED BELOW: LAWYER REFERAL SERVICE 610-692-1889 CLYMER MUSSER & SARNO PC Christopher A. Sarno, Esq. 408 W. Chestnut Street Lancaster, PA 17603 (717) 299-7101 10p-25-1t

PUBLIC NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN The Elk Township Board of Supervisors will meet on November 6th at 6:00 p.m. at the Elk Township Building, 952 Chesterville Rd. Lewisville, PA, for their Preliminary Budget Meeting. If you are a person with a disability and wish to attend the meeting and require auxiliary aide, service, or other accommodation to participate in the meeting, please contact the Township Secretary at 610-2550634 to discuss how Elk Township may best accommodate your needs.

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ESTATE NOTICE

ESTATE OF Hilda M. Martin, late of West Grove, Chester County, Deceased. Letters Testamentary on the estate of the above named have been granted to the undersigned, all persons having claims or demands against the estate of the said decedent are requested to make known the same and all persons indebted to the said decedent to make payment without delay to: JacquelineC. Smith, Executrix, 408 Cedar Spring Road, Kennett Square, PA 19348 10p-25-3t

ESTATE NOTICE

ESTATE OF BEVERLY J. BENESKI, DECEASED. Late of Lower Oxford Township, Chester County, PA LETTERS TESTAMENTARY on the above Estate have been granted to the undersigned, who request all persons having claims or demands against the estate of the decedent to make known the same and all persons indebted to the decedent to make payment without delay to NICHOLAS MACHINAS BENESKI, EXECUTOR, c/o William B. Cooper, III, Esq., P.O. Box 673, Exton, PA 19341, Or to his Attorney: WILLIAM B. COOPER, III, FOX ROTHSCHILD, LLP, P.O. Box 673, Exton, PA 19341 10p-25-3t

Sheriff Sale of Real Estate

By virtue of the within mentioned writs directed to Sheriff Fredda L. Maddox, the hereindescribed real estate will be sold at public on-line auction

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via Bid4Assets, by accessing URL www.bid4assets.com/ chestercopasheriffsales, on Thursday, November 16 th, 2023 at 11AM. Notice is given to all parties in interest and claimants that the Sheriff will file with the Prothonotary and in the Sheriff’s Office, both located in the Chester County Justice Center, 201 W Market Street, West Chester, Pennsylvania, Schedules of Distribution on Monday, December 18th, 2023.

Distribution will be made in accordance with the Schedules unless exceptions are filed in the Sheriff’s Office within ten (10) days thereafter.

HAVING A RADIUS OF 325.00 FEET THE ARC DISTANCE OF 235.42 FEET TO THE FIRST MENTIONED POINT AND PLACE OF BEGINNING. CONTAINING 38,168 SQUARE FEET MORE OR LESS. BEING LOT 76 ON SAID PLAN. TITLE TO SAID PREMISES IS VESTED IN MARTIN HARVITZ AND LISA STRATTONHARVITZ, HUSBAND AND WIFE BY DEED FROM LISA STRATTON-HARVITZ DATED SEPTEMBER 23, 2014 AND RECORDED SEPTEMBER 25, 2014 IN DEED BOOK 5019, PAGE 153 INSTRUMENT NUMBER 11367701.

SALE NO. 23-11-308 Writ of Execution No. 2023-00070 DEBT $452,172.75

THE SAID MARTIN HARVITZ DIED ON MARCH 29, 2020 THEREBY VESTING TITLE IN HIS SURVIVING SPOUSE THE LAND REFERRED TO LISA STRATTON-HARVITZ BY HEREIN BELOW IS SITUATED OPERATION OF LAW. IN THE COUNTY OF CHESTER, STATE OF PENNSYLVA- TAX I.D. #: 59-8-191.44 NIA, AND IS DESCRIBED AS FOLLOWS: PLAINTIFF: AmeriHome Mortgage Company, LLC VS ALL THAT CERTAIN LOT OR PIECE OF GROUND SITUATE DEFENDANT: Lisa StrattonIN LONDON GROVE TOWN- Harvitz a/k/a Lisa StratonSHIP, CHESTER COUNTY, Harvitz and United States of PENNSYLVANIA, BOUNDED America, c/o United States AND DESCRIBED ACCORD- Attorney for the Eastern District ING TO A PLAN OF SUBDIVI- of Pennsylvania SION OF THE HILLS OF SULLIVAN FOR THE WILKINSON SALE ADDRESS: 4 Wellsville GROUP MADE BY EDWARD Lane, Avondale, PA 19311 B. WALSH & ASSOCIATES, INC., CIVIL ENGINEERS, 760 PLAINTIFF ATTORNEY: MCSPRINGDALE DRIVE, EXTON, CABE, WEISBERG & CONPA 19341 (610) 363-1360, DAT- WAY, LLC 215-790-1010 ED 2-8-1993 LAST REVISED 3-l-1994 AND RECORDED AS N.B. Ten percent (10%) of the PLAN #13027 AS FOLLOWS purchase money must be paid TO WIT: at the time of the on-line sale.

Payment must be made via BEGINNING AT A POINT ON Bid4Assets. The balance must THE NORTHERLY SIDE OF be paid within twenty-one (21) WELLSVILLE LANE A COR- days from the date of sale via NER OF LOT 59 ON SAID Bid4Assets. FREDDA L. MADPLAN, THENCE EXTEND- DOX, SHERIFF 10p-25-3t ING ALONG SAID LOT AND ALONG LOT 58, NORTH 25 Classifieds DEGREES 46 MINUTES 11 SECONDS WEST PARTLY CROSSING A 20 FEET WIDE Notice of Self STORM WATER EASEMENT Storage Sale THE DISTANCE OF 180.00 Please take notice US StorFEET TO A POINT IN THE BED age Centers - Exton located OF SAID EASEMENT AND A at 371 Gordon Dr., Exton PA CORNER OF LOT 77, THENCE 19341 intends to hold a public EXTENDING ALONG SAID sale to the highest bidder of LOT AND PARTLY CROSSING the property stored by the SAID 20 FEET WIDE STORM following tenants at the storWATER EASEMENT, NORTH age facility.

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Local News Chester County announces plans, encourages community support for veterans during Operation Green Light Free Green Lights Available to Show Community Support from Nov. 6 to 12 The Chester County Commissioners and Chester County Department of Veterans Affairs announce their support for Operation Green Light. This nationwide initiative recognizes the important contributions of veterans from Nov. 6 to 12.

For Operation Green Light, the County will present a Commissioners’ proclamation and illuminate the façade of the Chester County Historic Courthouse in green.

Additionally, the county encourages residents to participate in Operation Green Light by shining a green light bulb from November 6-12 to show veterans and

their families they are seen and appreciated.

To help with the effort, Chester County Veterans Affairs is giving away green light bulbs – while supplies last – to county residents thanks to a grant from Walmart. The VA Medical Center in Coatesville is also partnering with Chester County for Operation Green Light.

Established by the National Association of Counties, with support from the County Commissioners’ Association of Pennsylvania, Operation Green Light’s mission is to show support for veterans of all military conflicts, as well as raise awareness

about the unique challenges faced by many veterans and their families and the range of resources available to assist them.

“Chester County is proud of our 24,000-plus veterans, and by shining a green light, we are expressing our profound gratitude for the sacrifices and contributions they have made on the battlefield and at home,” said Chester County Commissioners Marian Moskowitz, Josh Maxwell, and Michelle Kichline in a statement.

Susan Price, the director of Chester County’s Department of Veterans Affairs, said, “While Operation Green Light is

an opportunity to recognize our veterans, it also serves as a reminder to veterans and their families that Chester County is here to help them with benefits information and application services so that they receive all that they are entitled to under county, state, and federal laws.

“We also thank Walmart for their generous grant, which will allow communities across Chester County to shine green lights in support of veterans,” added Price.

The Chester County Recorder of Deeds offers services to veterans that include recording military discharges – which safe-

guards them in the event of loss, misplacement, or natural disaster – and a Veteran ID Program that gives discounts at businesses around Chester County.

The Coatesville VA Medical Center provides health services for Chester County veterans, including eligibility and enrollment assistance.

A public ceremony recognizing Operation Green Light will take place on the steps of the Chester County Historic Courthouse in West Chester on Monday evening, Nov. 6, when the building will be illuminated in green.

County residents interested in receiving a green

light bulb and a yard sign to show support for Operation Green Light in November should contact the Chester County Department of Veterans Affairs at ccveterans@ chesco.org, by calling 610-344-6375, or by picking up a light bulb at the Veterans Affairs Office, Suite 170, Chester County Government Services Center, 601 Westtown Road, West Chester, Monday through Friday, from 9:00 a.m. to 3 p.m.

For more information about the programs and services offered by the Department of Veterans Affairs, visit www.chesco. org/veterans.

Chester County Watersheds 2045 Plan available for public review and comment Draft plan updates strategies to protect and restore streams, lakes, and groundwater in Chester County The Chester County Water Resources Authority (CCWRA) has released a draft of the county’s updated integrated water resources plan – Watersheds 2045 – for public review and comment through Nov. 17.

Chester County Commissioners Marian Moskowitz, Josh Maxwell, and Michelle Kichline noted in a statement, “Watersheds 2045 builds on the legacy of the original Watersheds plan released in 2002, which guided two decades of work protecting and restoring streams, lakes, and groundwater in Chester County. The updated plan provides a framework that empowers communities to protect, sustain, enhance, and enjoy the county’s shared water

resources well into the future.”

CCWRA Executive Director Seung Ah Byun said, “We brought together technical experts, water experts, and water resource practitioners to develop the Watersheds 2045 draft plan, closely evaluating and incorporating their comments and concerns to reflect the wide range of community and individual experiences, values, and priorities.

“Now it is time for the public to weigh in on the draft plan.”

Watersheds 2045 addresses a broad spectrum of water resource issues that impact Chester County, including stormwater and flooding, pollution prevention and mitigation,

recreational access, and sustainable water supplies. It will also serve as the updated county-wide Act 167 Plan and Rivers Conservation Plan upon adoption.

The draft plan, associated appendices, and details on providing comments are available on CCWRA’s website at www.chesco. org/watersheds2045.

Comments will be accept-

ed via email, mail, or web form through Nov. 17.

Event details and registration information can be found on CCWRA’s webpage, www.chesco.org/ watersheds2045.

Questions about the plan, public comment process, or informational events may be directed to Kate Hutelmyer at water@chesco.org or 610-344-5400.

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