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LIFESTYLE LETTER

JUNE 2021 PUBLISHER

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Celebrating The Men In West Chester

EDITOR

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DADS, GRANDDADS, UNCLES, BROTHERS, THANK YOU FOR THE IMPORTANT

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to take this month to celebrate your efforts.

Don’t forget to leave some hints around for your family to know what to get you for Father’s Day. Take it easy, enjoy your family time, and don’t forget to do something just for yourself, too.

It's also our pleasure to extend best wishes to those who are observing the 300th anniversary of Strode's Mill Historic District. You can help save some of our local history that's associated with U.S. President George Washington by donating to preservation and revitalization efforts of this notable district. Read here to set the stage and then flip quickly to page 22 for updates.

Sept. 11, 1777, was a Thursday. It was baking day for the Quaker families in Chester County, and as the Graves family members were busy with their daily chores, they had little idea that the massive Crown forces would be marching through their 184

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Birmingham Hill and Sandy Hollow. Farms and mills along their march experienced

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great losses. Properties were plundered and lives affected for years to come. Kudos

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CHARLES MELTON ARTS AND EDUCATION CENTER HOSTS 'NIGHT FOR COMMUNITY' An inspiring virtual event recently celebrated the past, present, and future of the Melton Center, a nonprofit center for personal, professional, cultural, and spiritual growth for the entire West Chester community.

"Night of CommUnity" hosts were: + Koreem Bell returned to the Melton Center board of directors after serving two consecutive terms from 2008-2016. Born and raised in West Chester, Koreem currently works as a secondary school counselor for the West Chester Area School District. He earned his doctorate writing about the history of the West

St., present "Echoes, The American Pink Floyd,"

Chester Community Center. He's a life member of

North America's No. 1 Pink Floyd tribute, as rated

Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc. and a member of St.

by PF fans. They will perform five complete album

Paul’s Baptist Church of West Chester.

sides from Pink Floyd's best-selling albums. With

+ Jennifer Johnson is a marketing manager with

10 musicians, a dedicated light and laser show

Ricoh USA where she also leads diversity and

and more than 2 hours of very Floydian video

inclusion initiatives. She's is a graduate of Temple

content, the hosts indicate concert-goers will be

University. Her passion and commitment to service

transported back to the Golden Age of Prog Rock.

and community started early on and has spanned her

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career. Jennifer lives in West Chester with her husband and two young children. She enjoys cooking, traveling, and spending time outdoors with her family.

RACE THROUGH PENNSYLVANIA DURING JUNE From home, this virtual race enables participants to complete a 1-Mile, 5K, 10K, 13.1, 26.2 or 50-mile mara-

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or run either on June 19 or June 20. Participates can

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Pennsylvania is the sixth state being covered through this endeavor. For details, visit online at VirtualRunEvents.com.

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foundations, nonprofit endowments, field of interest funds and scholarships.

The Ben Franklin Legacy Society was set up by Ben in the 1790s; two centuries later in 1996, the foundation’s first planned gift was a portion of this original trust.

CCCF has 28 board members, eight professional staff, and 100-plus committee volunteers. Phone 610.696.8211 or visit ChesCoCF.org.

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The Barclay grounds are considered a unique and irreplaceable part of West Chester history.

Designed by VLBJR Architects, the planned 17,409-square-feet addition will feature a brick and glass façade, combining historical aspects of the original building with contemporary design elements. Pillar Real Estate Advisors will be managing the leasing for the property.

“For anyone seeking a wonderful work environment, this site will provide the opportunity to call one of the most beautiful sites in West Chester, your office. The building is designed with the traditional West Chester view of historical architecture, but keeping within the modern requirements and expectations of office space,” says Charlie Walsh, Barclay Park managing director.

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HOMETOWN HERO ARTICLE JULIE BROWN PATTON PHOTOGRAPHY COURTESY OF PHILADELPHIA UNION

Jim Curtin's Soccer Hotbed

PHILADELPHIA UNION SUCCESSFUL TEAM WITH PLAYMAKERS 'CAN'T SNEAK UP ON ANYBODY, ANYMORE'

Jim Cu rtin Head Coach

Jim Curtin is the fifth MLS player to win Supporters’ Shield as both a player and a head coach.

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SPORTS MOLDED PRACTICALLY EVERY

and losses are also clearly important, along

DIMENSION OF PHILADELPHIA UNION

with tactics, formations, Xs and Os. But, along

HEAD COACH JIM CURTIN. Mentors left

the way, my mindset shifted to understand-

indelible imprints on him as well. And the West

ing matches aren’t based on the traditional

Chester region shaped other aspects of his life,

notion of 80% talent/20% psychological.

given that his Oreland native roots were only

They’re more like opposite of that, with the

33 miles away.

percentages flipped.”

The 42-year-old competitor, who now lives

Jim joined Union’s first team on Nov. 29,

in Queen Village, says the tri-state athletic hot-

2012, after serving nearly two years as an

bed served him well both personally and pro-

assistant coach with the senior squad before

fessionally, as noted by him leading the Union

being named head coach in November 2014.

soccer team in the 2020 season to their first

The 6-foot-4-inch soccer defender recalls

Supporters’ Shield trophy, an annual award

his childhood athletic training was playing

given to the Major League Soccer team with

whatever sport was in season. “I grew up with

the best regular season record, as determined

a football family, and I played baseball and ran

by the MLS points system.

track when I wasn’t playing soccer. I encourage

“The Union team is about relationships.

all kids to play various sports to become well-

I want to be there for the players as human

rounded, and not to specialize in one sport too

beings first. What our group believes in -- on

soon,” says Jim. “If kids are focused on Santa

and off the field -- is important, which allows

Claus, it’s time to slow down and let them

us to trust each other,” explains Jim. “Yes, wins

explore different sports. Let them help make

their own decisions, and diversify at that age to avoid injuries in young athletes.”

He reminds that scouts are everywhere for games, including the Union’s stadium, Subaru Park, as well as practices. “You never know who’s watching how players are interacting with teammates, so you should always give it your all, do things the right way, every time.”

CAREER SOCCER SUMMARY Jim played high school soccer at Bishop McDevitt High School, a Catholic, college-preparatory, coeducaPhiladelphia Union slots in at No. 4 in MLS 2021 rankings after points were counted from 13 different writers, editors and columnists for the league's website.

tional school. He excelled in college soccer at Villanova University, being named the Big East Rookie of the Year his Wildcats freshman year, and taking home first-team All-Big East selections his junior and senior seasons. His rookie year with Chicago Fire saw 12 starts and a registered 1,194 minutes. + Big East Rookie of Year: 1997 + All-Big East Selection: 1999, 2000 + Philadelphia Soccer Seven Player of Year: 2000 + MLS All-Star: 2004 + Chicago Fire Defender of Year: 2004 + March of Dimes/Comcast Athlete of Year: 2005 + Villanova University Hall of Fame: Class of 2017 + Philadelphia Union U.S. Open Cup Runner-up: 2014, 2015, 2018 + MLS Coach of Year: 2020 “I wasn’t the most gifted professional soccer player, however I was a student of the game. I wasn’t the fastest, either. But I kept a notebook, and I studied ways to improve jumping and sprinting. All along, I thought a bit like a coach. I tried to be a role model player and I got the chance to play on really good teams,” Jim remembers.

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often about helping players find their own roles on teams. Most of us aren’t Michael Jordans. So it’s about how to get the most from each of us. Every week, we prepare, and like teaching, our tests occur on Saturdays in front of 20,000 others,” he adds.

Due to COVID-19 factors, the Union’s 2021 season started later on April 18 and will end on Nov. 7. Jim says the COVID period was a unique time for the team, with practicing within bubbles in small high school spaces. He adds the 45 days of isolation and personal Zoom conferences, however, did bond them in a never-ending manner.

Jim is the longest serving Philadelphia Union coach to date:

Peter Novak 2010-2012; John

Hackworth 2013-2014 (started mid-2012); and Jim Curtin 2015 to present (started mid-2014).

WHAT ATTRACTED JIM TO SOCCER? “My dad shaped me, and encouraged me to put everything into doing my best while also staying level-headed. He’d say, ‘Do your talking on the field by keeping your head down and playing hard.’ I learned the value of being a humble athlete. Win, lose or draw, I strived to be a good teammate.

Those approaches and lessons kept me grounded, and I wanted to show my dad that I was good but could be better,” Jim says.

Villanova Coach Larry Sullivan also taught Jim leadership lessons, he confirms. “As team captain we didn’t always win, but I learned how to deal with adversity.”

Jim says getting selected to play professional soccer included beneficial timing and a little luck.

“As a 21-year-old, I was with other players who thought like assistant coaches. It was a comprehensive environment that made you think like a coach, and I really enjoyed it,” he adds.

LIFE LESSONS Jim anchors life around his family: Wife, Jen, and three children, Ryan, 13, Avery, 10, and Miles, 9 years old, and their Golden Mountain Dog pup, Teddy.

“With only 11 starters in soccer, a team has 12 to 30 players who must react and respond to that.

One better be ready to support the other guys so they’re not letting each other down. I’m most proud of the underpinning culture we’ve built. Talent only gets you so far,” remarks Jim, who references that Philly and Pennsylvania have a ton of talented athletes, and a wealth of good ones.

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ON MAY 11, 2009, THE PHILADELPHIA UNION’S NAME CREST, AND COLORS WERE OFFICIALLY ANNOUNCED. “UNION” ALLUDES TO THE UNION OF THE THIRTEEN COLONIES, OF WHICH PHILADELPHIA WAS THE FIRST CAPITAL. THE NAME WAS CHOSEN FOLLOWING A FAN POLL HELD BETWEEN JAN. 19, 2009 AND FEB. 6, 2009. THE TEAM’S OFFICIAL MOTTO: “JUNGITE AUT PERITE,” A LATIN TRANSLATION OF THE PHRASE “JOIN OR DIE,” ALSO WAS USED IN A 1754 BENJAMIN FRANKLIN POLITICAL CARTOON. THE PHILADELPHIA UNION’S NAME AND COLORS ALSO ALLUDE TO THE STATE’S IMPORTANT ROLE DURING THE CIVIL WAR.

He says it’s important to value cultural diver-

5 to 10 years down the road. They had area

sity and what that element adds to any type of

youths as great models. We realized this is who

team. He’s particularly proud that the Union fran-

we are, and we decided to build the team in a

chise has signed players from 15 other countries. unique way. We decided to get through both Jim says the Union team has three pillars: good and bad periods together,” says Jim. 1) build from within by choosing the region’s

The Philadelphia Union Academy is where

players first because there’s a belief in the

Jim and others learned many tips through the

Philadelphia area; 2) promote a cohesive team

club and expansion teams. “A big piece of my

because a unified group of 11 can beat oppos-

heart is still in the Academy. It’s the engine of

ing superstars or individual superstars; and 3)

our club. It’s so inspiring to see young children

apply innovation, starting with recruitment and

soaking up the game like sponges,” Jim reveals.

the way analytics are used. He adds that they

A couple of years ago, Jim proclaimed he

also intentionally create a unique environment

wanted Union to be known as a club that

with student-directed learning.

develops players for the United States national team, and he’s done just that.

UNION’S LEGACY

“Our guys aren’t scared to take the chal-

Deliberately homegrowing soccer play-

lenges of facing anybody. But our success and

ers rather than securing splashy European

the international publicity has put some targets

players is an approach the Union’s staff

on our backs now, and we can no longer sneak

embraced. “Owners of the Union were thinking

up on anybody,” Jim quips.

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Now Union is known globally for produc-

them I’ve seen playing soccer since they were

ing stellar players, such as Mark McKenzie,

8 or 9 years old. Making life-changing results

who plays as defender for Belgian Pro League

and careers is what it’s all about,” declares Jim.

club Genk and the U.S. national team, as well

“As a hometown soccer athlete myself, I feel

as Brenden Aaronson, who now plays as a

extra pressure because I don’t want to let any-

midfielder for Austrian Bundesliga club Red

one down, especially fellow residents. Union

Bull Salzburg.

jerseys are seen all around now, and fans rec-

“We’ve got our own feeder system, and the

ognize us. The game continues to grow and we

foundation is really in place now. But we can’t

have eyes on us. We have a family friendly park,

get complacent. I’m so happy for the players

with just the right amount of loudness, excite-

being contracted to other countries -- some of

ment and craziness, “ he says.

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ARTICLE JULIE BROWN PATTON PHOTOGRAPHY JEFF ROBINSON

FRIENDS OF STRODE’S MILL HISTORIC DISTRICT

usable lumber. As the family prospered, they added a

IN WEST CHESTER ARE BUSILY PLANNING DETAILS

pork-processing barn, which led to Strode’s becom-

TO CELEBRATE THE AREA’S 300TH ANNIVERSARY.

ing nationally known for its quality sausage and Scrapple

While September is currently the targeted month for

-- a meatloaf of pork scraps and corn meal that led to the

observing this milestone, the group remains flexible

reputation of being Pennsylvania’s most famous ‘I can’t

based on COVID-19-related factors concerning public

believe you actually eat that stuff’ food.

gatherings, so possibly could honor the event during a late summer event instead.

Strode’s Mill, also sometimes referenced as Etter’s Mill in aged documents, is a historic grist mill built in

John C. Strode was the Quaker farmer who acquired the mill in 1737. Others reportedly called him “our scientific neighbor” but he started a second career when he became headmaster of the boys’ school.

1721. It’s a 3 1/2-story, banked fieldstone structure that

Back then, the mill was a marvel of engineering,

measures approximately 30 feet by 58 feet. The building

with hand-hewn posts, timbers and girders, according

houses a private residence. It was added to the National

to historians representing the Friends of Strode’s Mill

Register of Historic Places in 1971.

Historic District. And it was the first operation in the area

Located in East Bradford Township, the historic

to use a belt-driven system, designed by Oliver Evans,

district encompasses 11 contributing buildings in the

a Philadelphia millwright who was at first ridiculed for

crossroads village of Strode’s Mill. The buildings were

what became largely recognized as his innovative and

erected between about 1721 and 1880. The district was

labor-saving ideas and inventions.

added to the National Register of Historic Places in 1989.

John’s son, A. Darlington Strode, was frequently in the

The district includes the Strode’s Mill, East Bradford

news regarding his constant improvements to a cream-

Boarding School for Boys, Strode Farm, a miller’s house,

ery he owned. Darlington took over the site’s butchering

Strode’s Pork Products plant, a blacksmith/tenant house,

operations in the 1870s, and rented a market stall in West

blacksmith/wheelwright shop and a tenant house.

Chester to sell his sausage and Scrapple. One admirer

Current admirers have a single Quaker family to thank for building thriving businesses at the intersection of

wrote that Strode’s Scrapple was made of “everything but the squeal.”

Lenape and Birmingham Roads. The mill across the

At its pinnacle, the family sold 5,000 pounds of Scrapple

street ground corn, pressed cider, and turned trees into

a week at its Reading Terminal stall in Philadelphia.

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EDITOR’S NOTE: Detailed historic points, as gathered and shared by Friends of Strode’s Mill, are tremendously appreciated.

The earliest building on the crossroads, this is also one of the earliest mills in America, used for grain, lumber and cider over the years.

Rachel Altschuler Fine Art at Strodes Mill Gallery, Inc.

She says donors who contribute $1,000 or more toward saving this historic community will receive a permanent memorial plaque at the site. Strode’s Mill T-shirts also are being sold for $20 each.

The fat-larded Strode’s Scrapple brand business actually lasted until 1987.

“We’re proud partners with East Bradford Township in implementing the Plum Run Master

The Strodes operated the mill until 1878, when it

Plan. The site is part of a critical section of the Plum

was sold to the first of a clutch of owners who tried to

Run watershed. Restoration of the stream banks

keep it going with different mill-related businesses.

and surrounding habitat improvements are part

Across Route 52 – or Lenape Road, as it’s

of this comprehensive plan,” says Linda. “The

commonly known – is the former East Bradford

Plum Run Greenway is a critical component of

School for Boys, a place that educated boys

East Bradford’s preservation strategy. A trail net-

for more than 40 years. Students lived in the

work will be established which will allow pedes-

imposing serpentine stone building, and then it

trians and bikes to safely travel along the green-

became a private residence.

way. Everyone will be able to connect with nature

Now the home of Bob and Anne Powers, the

and learn about our community’s rich history.”

neighborhood’s so-called “house on the hill” has

The mill structure houses frame shop Strodes

been the site for Friends of Strode’s Mill fundrais-

Mill Gallery, which has been in the private care of

ing endeavors to raise money to preserve and

Carolee and now deceased Harry Waite, along with

enhance the structures.

the studio/showroom of artist Rachel Altschuler.

Local preservationist Linda Kaat is president

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of the 200-plus member Friends of Strode’s

For 300th anniversary plans and updates, visit

Mill nonprofit group, which was formed in 2015.

FriendsOfStrodesMill.com.

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WEST CHESTER'S EVERHART PARK RECEIVES ACCESS ADDITIONS FROM COMMUNITY LEADERS, STUDENTS AND FRIENDS

WEST CHESTER BOROUGH WAS GRANTED $175,000 IN

volunteered their time, support, and expertise,”

COMMONWEALTH FINANCIAL AUTHORITY (CFA) ACT 13 FUNDS,

state Sen. Carolyn Comitta remarks. “This

WHICH WILL BE USED TO UPGRADE THE PARK’S PLAYGROUND.

park holds a special place in my heart. With

Hillsdale Elementary School students in the West Chester Area

these improvements, I have no doubt it will do

School District designed this new playground for their peers during

the same for many children and families for

a workshop conceived by Friends of Everhart Park and facilitated by

years to come.”

Play by Design, a playground design firm.

The CFA was established in 2004 as an

“These young designers have ensured every child will feel wel-

independent agency of the Department of

come,” says state Rep. Dianne Herrin. “A public park should be a

Community and Economic Development

place for inclusion, community, and togetherness, and this project

to

really hits the mark. It promises to be a magical place where all chil-

stimulus packages. The CFA holds fiduciary

dren can unleash their imaginations, and families can come together

responsibility over the funding of programs

to simply celebrate life. We are grateful for this generous award.”

and investments in Pennsylvania’s economic

administer

Pennsylvania’s

economic

This project includes the purchase and installation of new ADA-

growth. Unique among state agencies

compliant equipment so all children can access the new playground

in structure and scope, the CFA consists

– including a treehouse and six slides, a double-wide ramp and

of seven board members: four legislative

transfer stations for access, a ninja challenge course with ADA-

appointees and the secretaries of DCED,

accessible bars and rings, a wheelchair-accessible merry-go-round

the Office of the Budget and Department of

and swings, a braille activity panel, an accessible pirate ship, store-

Banking and Securities.

front panels, and natural materials for a nature play area. In addition,

Act 13 of 2012 establishes the Marcellus

ADA-compliant wood fiber and safety surfaces will be installed for

Legacy Fund and allocates funds to the

better wheelchair mobility.

CFA for planning, acquisition, development,

“Everhart Park’s new playground is a project that is truly by, of, and

rehabilitation and repair of greenways,

for all children. I am grateful to all of those who are working together to

recreational trails, open space, parks and

make it a reality, including the Friends of Everhart Park, West Chester

beautification projects using the Greenways,

Borough Parks and Recreation, and the many professionals who have

Trails and Recreation Program.

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FEW THINGS DISRUPT LIVES MORE THAN DAMAGE TO HOMES OR OFFICES. Whether damage is from water, fire, smoke, storm, mold, biohazards or natural disasters, the SERVPRO of West Chester team focuses on getting customers restored and operating as quickly as possible, assures franchise owner Kevin Jones.

Kevin even offers a complimentary service to business customers through a phone application called ERP (Emergency Ready Profile), which provides immediate action plans for getting into buildings post-disasters; identifies who among customers’ staffs can authorize mitigation work with SERVPRO; and shows facility details, such as shut-off valve locations, priority areas and contact information, for quick reference during emergencies.

“We’ve found emergency plans often are kept in buildings and are still there once damage suddenly occurs. It can be challenging to physically get to those plans when business owners are under the duress and restrictions of disasters,” says Kevin.

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being “hands-on” in the field. Deena says she enjoys providing a personal touch to their services, through honest and open communication, “ensuring 100% satisfaction.”

Danielle Mortimer,

SERVPRO

sales/marketing

manager, says their most requested residential service is remedying water damage, however mold and mildew removal also is a huge concern of customers.

“Although we cannot entirely eliminate the anxiety and worry during times of disasters, we can help minimize customers’ stress and make the damage like it never even happened,” she says.

This SERVPRO team specializes in cleaning up residential and commercial property damage of all sizes.

“Our certified technicians walk customers through our process, from beginning to end, before using the latest equipment and the best techniques,” says Danielle.

Specifically, she says they’re Institute of Inspection Cleaning and Restoration Certification trained in handling microbial remediation, structural drying, fire/ smoke damage, odor control, construction industry practices, lead-based paint renovation, and water damage restoration.

“Our biggest joy is getting others ready for whatever happens,” proclaims Danielle.

SERVPRO remains active in the community by participating in the Greater West Chester Chamber of Commerce and The Rotary Club of West Chester.

They also ran a drive to gather new and gently used winter coats to donate to various nonprofit programs in Chester and Delaware counties. Danielle says they often donate building supplies and home goods, too.

Additionally, they conducted free sanitation services during the COVID-19 pandemic at shelters, food banks, emergency vehicles and police stations. They also provided PPE and N95 masks when there was a shortage, and delivered hand sanitizer to community representatives and essential businesses still open.

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CITY SCENE JORDAN NORLEY SEEKS TO KEEP WEST CHESTER ON TRACK AND PROGRESSING

ARTICLE JULIE BROWN PATTON PHOTOGRAPHY JEFF ROBINSON

M AYOR' S M E S S AG E ONE PERSON WHO’S ‘ALL ABOARD’ THE LOCAL RAIL RESTORATION INITIATIVE, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND ECO-FRIENDLY MEASURES FOR THE BOROUGH OF WEST CHESTER IS THE CITY’S INTERIM MAYOR JORDAN NORLEY. “West Chester’s always led as a regional Green Team with achievable environmental goals. We want to continue to be on the forefront of future sustainability, quality of life, mobility and overall growth,” he proclaims.

With a 5-2 vote during a Feb. 18 virtual special meeting, Jordan was appointed by Borough Council members to serve the final 10 months of former Mayor Dianne Herrin’s term when she became the

funding to the businesses and residents who need it the most. He

156th District state representative. Jordan formerly

says West Chester is expected to receive more than $1.9 million

served the West Chester community as mayor in

in federal pandemic relief through the American Rescue Plan’s

a previous interim capacity in 2017. Preceding this

State and Local Coronavirus Fiscal Recovery Funds.

experience, he presided over the Borough Council,

“West Chester residents and businesses have weathered a

was vice president of the Borough Council, chaired

tough year fighting the COVID-19 pandemic, but we’re going to

the finance committee and chaired the public

rebuild stronger than ever before,” assures Jordan. “With these

safety committee.

funds, we can invest in our community and highlight our resil-

As a retirement plan specialist and business consultant, Jordan is a certified plan fiduciary

ience. If allocated properly, this relief can help lead to a stronger than ever West Chester.”

advisor. He also is a certified fund specialist, an

Jordan says the time has never been better to re-establish

accredited investment fiduciary, and a registered

rail service between West Chester and Philadelphia, for exam-

representative with LPL, the nation’s largest inde-

ple. Rail transit was dropped in 1987 due to low passenger/

pendent broker/dealer. Specifically, he specializes

financial issues. In 2014, he and the city’s borough members

in defined contribution plans, executive compensation plans, private wealth management, group benefits, financial planning and insurance.

This interim mayor says managing the city’s post-COVID budget is essential to coming out of the pandemic with a strong plan that gets

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ON

MARCH

28,

1799,

WEST

CHESTER

WAS

INCORPORATED AS A BOROUGH FROM GOSHEN TOWNSHIP LAND BY AN ACT OF STATE LEGISLATURE.

AS OF THE 1800 CENSUS, WEST CHESTER HAD A POPULATION OF 374.

appointed a committee to investigate options.

He adds that a $450,000 SEPTA study in 2018 showed that 70% of passengers would be new, and cost-per-passenger is within line with the Southeast Pennsylvania region. “The project would enhance local and regional connectivity, serve as a cost-effective alternative, increase transit ridership, support economic development, and would have positive effects on the environment,” he summarizes.

“The stars have aligned now. With the federal

government’s

priority

on

infrastructure

and President Biden’s plan to allocate more than $80 billion to passenger rail to the Northeast, we hope to tap into that funding. We’ve also applied for some grants,” he says.

Another main goal on Jordan’s radar is public safety and ensuring the borough’s police staff racially represents the diversity of citizens. While the borough’s police force is still understaffed at 41 given its target of 44 personnel, he says testing, recruitment and policies are being analyzed to ensure they are balanced and progressive. He adds that current plans are to hire another officer this summer.

To ensure the police force reflects the population of West Chester, Jordan recently launched the West Chester Police Department Diversity Task Force. In addition to Jordan, task force members are Lt. Josh Lee, Lisa Dorsey, Karina Gonzalez, Chris Green, Cassandra Jones, Michael Stefano and Karen Armstead.

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DID YOU KNOW THE FIRST BIOGRAPHY OF ABRAHAM LINCOLN WAS PUBLISHED IN THE BOROUGH?

“When law enforcement officers have a personal understanding of the common experiences of members of a community, it helps to promote trust between law enforcement officers and the community,” Jordan asserts.

At press time, Jordan says plans were underway to again open the city’s Open Air Marketplace on Gay Street this summer. A reported 80% of businesses support the endeavor, and he says many residents enjoyed having that family-friendly atmosphere specified on a main street last year.

“We’re exploring the possibilities and costs of more permanent solutions, such as retractable bollards for the intersections, while still being safe for emergency access,” he explains. “This year, we’ll have a closing ceremony for the area. Imagine how nice it will be to have a walkable, pedestrian- and bike-friendly gathering area.”

Jordan says this winter he felt refreshed and re-energized for the mayoral role, so now is focused on West Chester’s guiding principles of collaboration, trust, inclusion, dedication and excellence.

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Ultimate Patios offers a Sunbrella fabric kiosk with more than 450

Aylward has happily provided a full range of outdoor pieces,

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including dining sets, chat seating, chaise lounge chairs, patio

or outdoor needs. Kevin says most fabrics are shipped within days

umbrellas and awnings. He says customers can buy the items in

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The Ultimate Patios team is happy to provide tips, as well. For

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Kevin says they also carry all of the high-end brands of fire pits,

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If there are a lot of trees in your garden or yard, Kevin says to be wary of tree sap and mulch staining, which can damage furniture. Also, he encourages being aware that pets can claw and chew at wicker furniture.

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