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β οΈ MacDade & 476 Interchange PennDOT Project
β οΈ MacDade & 476 Interchange PennDOT Project The traffic control plan has changed. Some important highlights: - The traffic signal at MacDade and 476, nearest Valley Road, will become operational. - The eastbound ramp from 476 onto MacDade will be closed. - All traffic will cross over MacDade and come to the new light. This is the new permanent traffic pattern. - Westbound MacDade (toward Bullens Lane) will be reduced to one lane from Valley Road to the Blue Route. - Eastboun
Dec 7, 2023
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Crack Sealing Operations Scheduled on Several State Highways in Delco
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced today that crack sealing operations are scheduled on several highways in Delaware County. Motorists are advised of the following overnight travel restrictions from 8 p.m. to 6 a.m. the following morning. Sunday, November 5, through Wednesday, November 8, a moving lane closure is scheduled on Fairview Road between U.S. 13 (Chester Pike) and Route 320 (South Chester Road) in Swarthmore Borough and Ridley Township
Nov 3, 2023
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Solicitation Permit Update - October 2, 2023
There are CURRENTLY NO SOLICITATION PERMITS ISSUED in the Township. If you experience a door-to-door solicitation issue, PLEASE DIAL 911 immediately. Thank you.
Oct 2, 2023
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2023 Leaf Collection Schedule
πAttached is Ridley Township's 2023 leaf collection schedule.π This schedule is contingent upon volume and weather conditions - it is not meant to be specific. We ask that you please be patient. We will make every attempt to adhere to this schedule. We also encourage residents to bag leaves, place them out on their regular trash days, and keep those bags separate from their regular trash. Not sure which Ward you live in? Contact the Township Administration Offices at 610-53
Oct 2, 2023
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Important Changes to Trash Collection Schedule
π£ποΈ Attention Residents! Important Changes to Trash Collection Schedule. This year we've made some adjustments to the trash collection schedule for Indigenous Peoples Day/Columbus Day and Veterans Day. π Monday, October 9th (Columbus Day) β NO trash collection β
Municipal Offices will be OPEN π Friday, November 10th (Veteran's Day) β
Trash WILL be collected β Municipal Offices will be CLOSED This is the first year these changes are in effect, so we appreciate your underst
Sep 25, 2023
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A Safety Reminder to All Ridley Township Residents from the Department of Public Works
ποΈποΈ The weight of each trash bag or can not exceed 50 pounds. Please help us in this area. 32-gallon containers can get heavy very quickly, depending on the density of the contents. Please give us the courtesy of testing the weight of your cans. If they feel too heavy, please use another can or bag! Injuries to employees cost tax dollars. Overweight cans or bags will not be picked up. π«β οΈ Sharp items, broken glass, syringes, ceramic tile, etc., should be placed in a separ
Aug 3, 2023
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Ridley Township Commissioners Increase Rubbish/Sewer Rebate For Seniors and Eligible Homeowners
Older Pennsylvanians overwhelmingly want to age in their homes and communities for as long as possible. Because of the increased cost of living, those on fixed incomes have had a difficult few years. But there is a simple way to lend a hand. The Ridley Township Board of Commissioners is pleased to offer homeowners who qualify for the Pennsylvania Property Tax Rebate (PA-1000) a partial refund of their rubbish and/or sewer fees up to $200.00. At their July meeting, the Board o
Jul 30, 2023
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SEPTA Grade Crossing Renewal Work - July 28th through July 31st
SEPTA will be renewing the Woodland Avenue grade crossing just before Morton Station along the Media-Wawa Regional Rail Line beginning 9:00 PM Friday, July 28th through to 6:00 PM on Monday, July 31st. In order to facilitate construction, Woodland Avenue will be closed to all vehicular through-traffic at the intersection of the SEPTA Railroad tracks for the duration of the project. Detour signage will be displayed two weeks prior to the closure on Friday, July 14th. Traffic D
Jul 13, 2023
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PennDOT to Begin Route 420 (Wanamaker Ave) Bridge Replacements over Darby Creek in Delaware County
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced that construction will begin this week on a $35.8 million project to replace the northbound and southbound bridges that carry Route 420 (Wanamaker Avenue) over Darby Creek in Prospect Park Borough and Tinicum Township, Delaware County. Under this project, PennDOTβs contractor will replace the superstructure and substructure of the northbound and southbound bridges over Darby Creek. In-stream work including caus
May 15, 2023
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PennDOT to Begin Rt 420 (Kedron Ave.) Intersection Safety Improvement Project in Ridley Township
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced today that construction will begin next week on a $420,000 project to improve travel and safety through the Route 420 (Kedron Avenue) intersection with Franklin Avenue in Ridley Township. Under this safety improvement project, PennDOTβs contractor will improve the turning radius for vehicles traveling from Franklin Avenue onto northbound Route 420 (Kedron Avenue); replace sidewalk and ADA curb ramps; install ne
May 4, 2023
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UPDATE: Solicitation Permits - February 20, 2023
The following solicitation permits are currently issued in Ridley Township: π Green Star Exteriors β 1 Representative π
PERMITS EXPIRE Tuesday, March 14, 2023. Permit holders were given a copy of the Township ordinance and reminded to have their issued permit with them at all times. If you experience a door-to-door solicitation issue, PLEASE DIAL 911 immediately. Thank you.
Feb 20, 2023
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Aquaβs Upcoming Construction Work - Beginning February 13, 2023
π¨β οΈ Attention Ridley Township residents β οΈπ¨ The week of February 13, 2023, Aqua will begin the replacement of 2,605 feet of aging 6-inch water mains with new 8-inch ductile iron water mains on Swarthmore Avenue between house 1235 Swarthmore Avenue (Just west of Unity Terrace) and 9th Avenue, Waverly Terrace and Unity Terrace between Swarthmore Avenue and Rutledge Avenue, Dartmouth Drive from Morton Avenue to the end of the cul-de-sac by house # 123 Dartmouth Drive in Ridley
Jan 31, 2023
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Safety Improvement Work Continues on MacDade Blvd.
The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) announced today that safety improvement work continues on MacDade Boulevard in Ridley Township, Delaware County, under a project to improve travel and safety on MacDade Boulevard and at the northbound Interstate 476 and MacDade Boulevard Interchange. Motorists are advised of the following travel restriction: Monday, January 30, through Friday, February 3, from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM and 9:00 PM to 5:00 AM the following morni
Jan 27, 2023
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Details About Soliciting in Ridley Township
Several residents have asked what a Ridley Township solicitation permit looks like. Attached is a sample image. Some key points to remember: β‘οΈ If you experience a door to door solicitation issue PLEASE DIAL 911 immediately. β‘οΈ Issued permits are signed by the Township Manager and include our watermarked municipal seal in the background. β‘οΈ All authorized individuals are required to have their permit on-hand at all times. β‘οΈ Anyone who is going door-to-door in Ridley must obt
Jan 16, 2023
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Part-Time Crossing Guards Needed
βπ Crossing Guards Needed! Ridley Township is looking for part-time reserve Crossing Guards. The hours are generally in the morning between 7 and 9 a.m. and in the afternoon between 2 and 3:45 p.m. Crossing Guard salary is $15.00 per hour. If interested, please get in touch with your Commissioner or the Ridley Township Police Records Office at 610-532-4005.
Dec 21, 2022
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Vacancy - 6th Ward Commissioner
Parties interested in filling the unexpired term of 6th Ward Commissioner Michael McCrea are asked to email contact@ridleytwp.org or drop off a letter of intent with resume to the Office of the Township Manager, Ridley Township Municipal Building, 100 E. MacDade Boulevard, Folsom, PA during normal business hours (excluding holidays) on or before Friday, November 4, 2022 at 4:00pm. Under First Class Township Code, Article 5, Section (g), Vacancies in Office, the Board of Commi
Oct 27, 2022
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2022 Leaf Collection Schedule
Below is Ridley Township's 2022 leaf collection schedule. This schedule is contingent upon volume and weather conditions - it is not meant to be specific. We ask that you please be patient. We will make every attempt to adhere to this schedule. We also encourage residents to bag leaves, place them out on their regular trash days, and keep those bags separate from their regular trash. Not sure which Ward you live in? Contact the Township Administration Offices at 610-534-4800.
Oct 24, 2022
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UPDATE: Ridley Township Hometown Hero Banner Program (2022)
A reminder to all Ridley Township residents: The application window for our 2022 Hometown Hero Banner Program is CURRENTLY CLOSED. We will begin accepting new applications for 2023 on Monday, April 3rd. For more information or to access the application, visit https://www.ridleytwp.org/post/ridley-township-hometown-hero-banner-program
Oct 20, 2022
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Solicitation Permits - Thursday, September 15, 2022
The following solicitation permits are currently issued in Ridley Township: π Power Home and Remodeling β 6 Representatives π
PERMITS EXPIRE FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2022. π 5M Promotions Inc. for Verizon - 4 Representatives π
PERMITS EXPIRE THURSDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2022. Permit holders were given a copy of the Township ordinance and reminded to have their issued permit with them at all times. If you experience a door-to-door solicitation issue, PLEASE DIAL 911 immediately. Tha
Sep 15, 2022
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Solicitation Permits - Tuesday, September 6, 2022
The following solicitation permits are currently issued in Ridley Township: π Power Home and Remodeling β 6 Representatives π
PERMITS EXPIRE FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 30, 2022. Permit holders were given a copy of the Township ordinance and reminded to have their issued permit with them at all times. If you experience a door-to-door solicitation issue, PLEASE DIAL 911 immediately. Thank you.
Sep 6, 2022
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