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Area Contact Information Contents Area Contact Information ...........2 Upper Merion Farmers Market...2 Community Events ......................2 Heuser Park Update...................4 Parking Lot Risks .......................6 Keep Vehicles Free of Ice & Snow..............................7 Health Corner .............................8 Curb My Clutter ...................10-11 SpeakUP! .................................14 Transportation Management Association.............................16 Local History.............................18 New Museum at John James Audubon Center.....................20 Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens Harold Sweetman Retires......22

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Our winter market runs every other Saturday until May 4 from 10 am to 12 pm, snow or shine.

Check for the website newsletter on the Wednesday prior to the market for vendor schedules, news, and specials.

Mission Statement The Farmers Market will: Support our local economy by providing opportunities to local producers to sell their produce and products directly to residents of Upper Merion and surrounding communities Provide fresh fruits, vegetables, meats, cheeses, and other farmers market products to local residents Enrich the quality of life in Upper Merion through supporting an environment for community gatherings, education, and interaction between residents and farmers Support sustainable agriculture in Pennsylvania and expand its public health and environmental benefits.

Learn More The Upper Merion Farmers Market Committee seeks additional local producers and vendors who can offer high-quality products of interest to the community. For more information on the Upper Merion Farmers Market and its commitment to sustainable agriculture in southeastern Pennsylvania, please contact the Market Manager at 484-636-3910 or send us an email.

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Why Does Heuser Park Look Like That?

By now, everyone knows that Heuser Park suffered an attack by an invasive Asian beetle, the Emerald Ash Borer. The township fought back in the only feasible way: a multiphase counter-attack! Here's a brief synopsis:

Phase 1 was the spraying of invasive plants.

Knowing that the invasive plants and seeds in the soil would soon have full sun and ideal growing conditions, a certified pesticide applicator preemptively sprayed herbicide in September 2017, as recommended by the PA Bureau of Forestry.

Phase 2 took place during Summer/Fall

2018. Every ash tree was cut down, along with any mature invasive trees (such as tree of heaven and princess tree). A logger was employed to cut and sell any lumber-worthy wood, which helped to defray the cost. We thank residents for respecting the trail closure signs during the dangerous logging process.

canopy to prevent rainfall from battering the ground beneath, the soil would be in jeopardy of being washed into the Trout Creek and Schuylkill River, especially along the slopes. Following the advice of the Montgomery County Conservation District (the agency that enforces the Clean Water Act), the logging company left branches and some logs on the land to slow down the runoff. These remaining tree parts will stay in place to protect the soil, and will eventually decompose to nourish the soil.

In Phase 3, over 2,300 small trees and

shrubs were planted on the hillside and floodplain of Trout Creek to protect the soil from erosion as quickly as possible. These plants were placed in between the laying branches and logs, and will have every opportunity to grow quickly and replace the

forest canopy. Among the many important functions of trees in a forest, each tree intercepts 67% of the raindrops that hit its leaves and branches, so that much of the water never reaches the ground.

What does the future hold? We are expecting to continue the forest restoration by planting another 1,600 trees by the end of 2019. The area will require periodic repeat treatment of invasive plant growth until the trees grow enough to shade out the undesirable invasives. Meanwhile, your Parks and Recreation Board and Board of Supervisors are working toward a master plan for the park. Stay tuned! It will take some time, but things will get better!

Information provided by the Upper Merion Shade Tree and Beautification Commission.

The final result of Phase 2 is admittedly “not pretty.” Such a drastic change in the landscape can be shocking to see, and it's happening all over the eastern United States.

But the change has more than a visual, aesthetic consequence. Without the tree

Schuylkill River West Trail entrance at Heuser Park. Photo by Edward Watton

Photo by Edward Watton Sign Reads:

Ash Tree Management Thank you for your patience as we continue to combat the Emerald Ash Borer in Heuser park.

The Emerald Ash Borer (EAB) is an invasive insect pest that attacks and kills all species of ash trees. Upper Merion is implementing an EAB management plan that includes removal of ash trees and control of invasive plants. To protect visitors’ safety, parts of the forest, trails and parking area may be closed temporarlly as the work is carried out.

Native trees and shrubs will be planted following tree removal.

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Parking Lots Are Riskier Than You Think More than 50,000 crashes occur in parking lots and garage structures annually, resulting in 500 or more deaths and more than 60,000 injuries. And, around the holidays, parking lots become even more dangerous.

Auto insurers report the number of claims spike on Black Friday and run above normal throughout the holiday shopping season. The number of incidents is probably higher than insurance claims indicate, as many fenderbenders go unreported.

So Many Distractions

Thousands of pedestrians end up with broken bones, tissue damage or even worse because of cell phone or other distractions in parking lots.

In a National Safety Council public opinion poll, 66% of drivers nationwide said they would make phone calls while driving through parking lots. Respondents also said they would: Program GPS systems (63%) Text (56%) Use social media (52%) Send or receive emails (50%) Take photos or watch videos (49%) NSC found teens (59%) were more likely to engage in personal grooming than adults (53%) while driving in parking lots, but less likely to be on the phone (60% vs. 66%).

Police Department: Stay in lanes and avoid cutting across lots Drive slowly and use directional signals Anticipate the actions of other drivers Obey stop signs and no-parking signs When backing out, be mindful of vehicles and pedestrians Watch for small children and parents with baby strollers

Tapping into Technology

NSC analysis of government data indicates more than one-third of pedestrian deaths in parking lots result from backup incidents.

Many vehicles today are equipped with backup cameras, which provide a wide view behind a vehicle operating in reverse, but that view may not be clear if the camera lens becomes obstructed.

Three safety reminders: It's best to conduct a quick, 360-degree walk-around before backing, keeping an eye out for low-lying objects

puddles, and snow and ice also can lead to pedestrian injuries. Slips, trips and falls are common in parking lots, and falls in general are the leading cause of death for older adults.

Choosing the right parking spot can go a long way toward deterring theft and crime.

Consumer Reports provides some simple safety rules: Pick spots that are well-lit and close to stores you will be shopping at Lock your doors Store purchases in places that are out of sight (in the trunk or tucked under darkcolored blankets) Large parking lots, such as those found at shopping malls, are considered most vulnerable to crime, according to the Urban Institute Justice Policy Center. One way for consumers to steer clear of trouble is to pick a lot where pedestrian traffic is restricted and video surveillance equipment is used to monitor the facility.

Don't rely completely on technology; look over your shoulder and use your mirrors as you back up When parking, pull through on arrival whenever possible and if it works with the flow of traffic

During the hectic holiday season, drivers and pedestrians also are likely to be distracted by extensive to-do lists and are hurriedly trying to get from one place to another.

Monitoring systems can alert drivers of vehicles in blind spots. Typically, drivers are warned of another vehicle's presence via symbol, sound or vibration. These systems may not detect motorcycles, smaller objects or people, however.

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Safety isn't guaranteed just by driving slowly in parking lots. Following are some safety tips for drivers courtesy of the Oswego (IL)

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Keep Vehicles Clear of Snow & Ice We can still expect snow and ice even at this time of year. Residents are urged to remember that failing to clear their vehicles of snow and ice may result in an accident and/or a traffic citation.

In Pennsylvania, drivers are required to remove any obstruction from their windows before travelling on the roadways. Pennsylvania drivers must also remove snow and ice from other areas of their vehicle, such as hoods and roofs. If a driver is travelling down the roadway and snow and ice becomes dislodged and hits another vehicle or pedestrian causing death or serious bodily injury, the driver could be subject to a fine of up to $1,000.

(b) Obstruction on side and rear windows.

No person shall drive a motor vehicle with any sign, poster or other nontransparent material, including ice or snow, upon the side wings or side or rear windows of the vehicle which materially obstructs, obscures or impairs the driver's clear view of the highway or any intersecting highway. The placement of a registration permit upon the side or rear window of a vehicle shall not be considered a material obstruction 3720. Snow and ice dislodged or falling from moving vehicle.

When snow or ice is dislodged or falls from a moving vehicle and strikes another vehicle or pedestrian causing death or serious bodily injury, the operator of the vehicle from which the snow or ice is dislodged or falls shall be subject to a fine of not less than $200 nor more than $1,000 for each offense.

4524. Windshield obstructions and wipers. (a) Obstruction on front windshield.

No person shall drive any motor vehicle with any sign, poster or other nontransparent material upon the front windshield which materially obstructs, obscures or impairs the driver's clear view of the highway or any intersecting highway except an inspection certificate, sticker identification sign on a mass transit vehicle or other officially required sticker and no person shall drive any motor vehicle with any ice or snow on the front windshield which materially obstructs, obscures or impairs the driver's clear view of the highway or any intersecting highway.

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Health Corner Help for Shoulder Pain The shoulder has the greatest range of motion of any joint in the body, with numerus muscles responsible for proper shoulder mechanics and pain-free movement. It is this complex synchronization, extremes of motion and repetitive nature of many activities that puts the shoulder at risk to a variety of injuries. From acute trauma to chronic wear and tear, it is my job as a shoulder specialist to return my patients to the lifestyle they enjoy. I strive to treat each patient as an individual and take the necessary time to fully understand the problem in order to implement my expertise and provide the best care possible.

Some of the shoulder injuries I treat include: Acromioclavicular (AC) Joint Separation / Arthritis Adhesive Capsulitis (Frozen Shoulder) Arthritis Bicep Tendon Ruptures Clavicle (collarbone) Injuries and Fractures Labral Tears / SLAP Tears Dislocation Fractures: Mid-Arm to Shoulder Pectoralis (Chest) Tear Rotator Cuff Tears Tendinitis: Bicep and Rotator Cuff Winged Scapula

procedures, as well as upper Don't Live with the Pain--Schedule an Appointment Today extremity fracture care from the While injury prevention strategies, such as a thorough warm-up and proper mechanics, can help you to avoid shoulder pain, sometimes an injury is unavoidable. Once injured, symptoms can often be managed with simple rest, activity modification and over the counter anti-inflammatory medications. If these treatments fail to resolve the symptoms in a reasonable amount of time, come see me for a consultation, and I will work with you to develop a plan to get you on the road to recovery.

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Curb My Clutter As the community moves toward becoming more sustainable, it is important to look at all types of waste that is discarded into landfills. One often overlooked item is used clothing. There is currently a market in which unwanted textiles can be repurposed and resold, which helps create less waste and puts money back into the community.

CURB MY CLUTTER (CMC) is a company that works with residents to make recycling of clothing and electronics easy by requesting pick-up at their homes via text message.

Pilot programs may be offered to Townships.

Participation in a pilot program may not require any cost from the Township but would yield higher recycling tonnage, and, therefore, higher grant returns from the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection, as well as percentage revenue share from materials salvaged by the company.

CMC is offered in 65,000 households in New Jersey and Pennsylvania, conducting 12month pilot programs where they offer a turnkey process including handling all customer service, curbside collection of clothing and electronics and community engagement to drive results.

Easier Recycling for Everyone CURB MY CLUTTER enables haulers and municipalities to conveniently communicate with customers to collect and recycle clothing and electronics. The product images submitted by users enable CMC to identify the highest value markets while avoiding the cost of holding inventory. CMC has relationships with the largest and the most innovative markets for recycling, refurbishment, and resale.

The advantages for the residents of Townships who use Curb My Clutter nclude: Recycling in the palm of your hand.

Text your name and address.

Send photos of clothing and electronic items to be recycled.

Confirm collection appointment.

No need to haul recycling to an event or other location.

Solving a Specific Waste Problem The disposal of used clothing and electronics has become a major cost burden and environmental hazard.

Used electronics and apparel represent 10% of the waste stream.

Municipalities in the U.S. spend over $500m annually landfilling used electronics and apparel.

Improper disposal of used electronics is a major environmental hazard.

The used electronics and apparel currently landfilled is worth billions of dollars annually in the recycling and refurbishment market.

CURB MY CLUTTER enables haulers and municipalities to conveniently communicate with customers via text to collect and recycle clothing and electronics

Frequently Asked Questions Using Curb My Clutter

What if I cannot text?

You can simply call the “text” number assigned to your community and leave a voice mail message. A CMC agent will contact you and register your collection over the phone.

If I can't take pictures can I still schedule a collection?

You can still set up a collection without pictures. The value of being able to provide pictures make you eligible for valuable rewards.

Why do I need to take pictures of my items?

Having images of your items prior to collection enables us to optimize our collection routes and sorting post collection. That is how we reduce the cost to operate the program, enabling us to collect most items at no charge and offer you rewards for recycling.

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Why do you ask me if I want CMC to ring my doorbell?

Some items such as computers, phones, and tablets may contain confidential information. If you prefer to have those items collected at your door by a CMC representative, then we will ring your doorbell to personally collect those items to assure that the data is wiped.

I am outside the current service area; how do I get Curb My Clutter in my community?

We'd be happy to help, but we need your help first. Please contact your municipal leaders and ask them to consider bringing Curb My Clutter to your community.

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How do I get rewarded?

After collection occurs, your appointment number is activated for rewards redemption and you will be sent instructions on how to redeem on line.

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Why does it matter if I recycle clothing?

It may be hard to believe but 85% of all clothing is currently sent to landfill at a major cost to taxpayers. It's very important for our environment and our economy that these resources are not wasted by ending their life in a landfill or incinerator. Curb My Clutter is focused on finding new purposes for these products.

What happens to my recycled clothing?

A large percentage of used clothing continues to be worn either in the US or abroad. Some used clothing is remanufactured into new clothing or products such as specialty wipers (rags) for industry or insulation. Clothing has superior sound dampening properties and can be found in many cars today.

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Curb My Clutter Will you take my towels and bedsheets?

Yes! Towels and bedsheets are acceptable items.

I'm moving. Can you accept my old rugs, carpets, furniture and mattresses?

These items are not accepted.

If I have bags of clothing, what should I take pictures of?

Please take a picture of any item that is new or like new, women's or men's business suits or sport coats, outdoor apparel (such as Patagonia, North Face, Columbia Sportswear), dress shirts, winter coats, jackets, sweaters, jeans, and sneakers. Items such as t-shirts, socks, underwear, sheets and towels should go in the bag without a picture.

My computers have personal information on them, how do I know they will be handled properly?

CMC only uses responsible vendors who destroy personal information prior to scrapping or repurposing any device. Our professional staff controls the devices until they are securely delivered to certified electronics recycling companies.

If you have questions about programs between Townships and Curb My Clutter, please visit www.curbmyclutter.com.

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Can I get a tax write off for items collected by Curb My Clutter?

Curb My Clutter is a service provided by your municipality and is not eligible for tax deductions.

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What are acceptable electronics?

Desktop or personal computers, tablets, computer monitors, printers, fax machines, televisions, cell phones, audio and video equipment, gaming consoles, scanners, hard drives, keyboards, mice, pc speakers, VCR, DVD, blue ray, laser disk and CD players, mp3 players, iPods, and portable radios.

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Why do I need to recycle my electronics?

In many states, it's the law! In some states, electronics are prohibited from being disposed in a landfill or incinerator.

Electronics can include desktop or personal computers, tablets, computer monitors, desktop printers, desktop fax machines, or televisions.

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Will you take my refrigerator, stove, air conditioner or dehumidifier?

Sorry, these items are not acceptable for collection by CMC. What happens to my electronics?

Used electronics can be de-manufactured and sold for parts or scrap. Some electronics can be re-conditioned and sold.

What are the fees?

Standard television and CRT monitor - $35 per unit. Rear projection television, extra-large CRT television, or wood cabinet television - $100 per unit.

Why is there a fee for some TVs and Monitors?

Some TVs and monitors are a challenge to recycle when they contain a Cathode Ray Tube (CRT). These devices contain hazardous materials and disposal is extremely expensive. We must charge a convenience fee for their collection.

How do I pay for my TVs? CMC has a secure account with Square to process credit card payments. After you schedule your collection, you will be sent a link to pay for your CRT TV or computer monitor in advance. Your card will only be charged after the collection is complete.

Why is my rear projection TV or wooden cabinet TV more expensive to recycle than a standard size TV? Their size and weight make them harder to handle.

What happens to the information I provide to Curb My Clutter?

Customer privacy is important to us. We have our Privacy Statement available at www.curbmyclutter.com.

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Making Conversations Easier SpeakUp! is an innovative solution to the age-old problem of how to get teenagers talking openly and honestly about stress, relationships, drugs and alcohol, academic pressure, sex, social media, parental expectations, depression, anxiety and other challenges. The good news is that SpeakUp! knows from 18 years of listening to thousands of teens and families, that when adults listen without judgment, young people will tell us how to best guide and support them. Some things we have learned from listening: 1. See teens as problem solvers, not problems to be solved. Teens tell us, “When our parents trust us, we trust ourselves.”

mistakes, emphasize their strengths and solutions. “I just want to be acknowledged for something I have done right, rather than just what I've done wrong or haven't done.”

8. Ask, “what would help?” “Sometimes what I really need at that moment is just someone to wash my uniform.” And, “Sometimes I could just use a cup of hot cocoa.” And, “Sometimes I just need a break to watch TV and then I can get back to my homework.”

9. Clarify what they want from the conversation. Ask, “Do you want advice, or do you just want to vent?” “We want to be heard, before we are helped.” And, “Sometimes I just want to complain and have my parents say, “that stinks.”

10. Share your experience rather than advice. They often want our advice, they just want to be in the best position to receive it.

“I learn way more from what they did than what they tell me to do.”

11. Acknowledge and validate them.

“Sometimes I just want to hear that it's natural to be upset or anyone in my situation would be disappointed.”

2. Let them know you love them no matter what. “I just want to know that they love me, even when I make mistakes especially when I make mistakes.”

3. Be equals in the conversation. You may not be equals in decision making, but everyone feels valued when they feel heard.

Try to listen first and speak second. “It's easier to understand my parents when I feel like they really try to understand my point of view.”

4. Recognize how much they want to please you and hate to disappoint you.

Teen's behavior is shaped, in part, by how much they want to please you and make you proud. “I hate to disappoint my parents. I lie about my grades because I know how much they want me to succeed.” And, “You know, when we mess up, we already feel bad.”

5. Think coping, not character. See their behavior as a coping strategy - an attempt to deal with the situation they were in at that time. When problems arise, brainstorm healthier coping strategies rather than focusing on their character. “I made a mistake and I cheated, but I don't want them to think I'm a cheater.”

12. Find out if you're inadvertently adding to their stress. Ask, “Are there things I do or say that create stress in your life?” “I get worried I'm going to flub my lines when my parents keep offering to practice them with me.” And, “You made it all look so easy, so I thought there must be something wrong with me that I was struggling.”

13. Stay calm. It is best to sit down and problem-solve together when you are both calm and not rushed. “I am not talking to my parents about my problems, because they are so stressed, and I don't want to burden them.” And, “I raise my voice when they do.”

And, “Their intensity makes me shut down.”

14. Stay present in this day, with this teenager. “My parents focus too much on my future. It really stresses me out.” And, “I believe everyone deserves their own account in the trust bank. My older siblings made a lot of mistakes and now there is no trust left for me.”

15. Share your family background. “It helps me to know that my parents made mistakes, too.” And, “It helps to know that they are worried when I drink because there is alcoholism in my family.”

16. Have fun with them. Spend relaxing time without an agenda. “I love taking a break and watching TV with my parents.”

And, “Family dinners are great, but only when they're short and we don't talk about school.”

17. Apologize when you're wrong. “I feel really respected when my parents say they're sorry for yelling.”

18. Let them have activities that aren't achievement-oriented. “We don't even like to tell our parents what we like to do, because then they want to make us do it better.” And, “When they ask me if I want lessons, I feel like I'm not good enough.” And, “I don't want to tell my parents I like to bake, because they'd want me to open a bakery.”

19. Focus on talking not “the talk.” When we were growing up we were given “the sex talk” or “the drugs talk.” It was more like an awkward lecture and we wanted it to end.

Now, we know it's not one conversation, it's an ongoing conversation where we listen and share perspectives over time. “I told my mom I had a prom date, and she launched into a safe sex talk before she even asked her name.” Or “I wanted to tell my mom about my new friends at school and I got a lecture about peer pressure and drinking instead.”

6. Let them know their mistakes don't define them (and neither do their achievements). “It helps when you remind me that blowing the tryouts doesn't mean I'm not an athlete or getting a C in chem doesn't mean I can't be a doctor.”

20. Try to avoid making tech the bad guy.

Teens often take criticism about tech personally. It may help to acknowledge the importance of tech in their lives so that you can help them make sense of it. “I find it so much easier to tell my dad how I feel in a text.” And, “My parents don't let me have a cell phone or social media and I understand why. But, I am so isolated. I sit at the lunch table and I have no idea what anyone is talking about.”

7. Focus on their strengths. Rather than focusing on our teens' problems and

For more information, visit our website at speakup.org or call us at 610-519-9600.

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Advocacy Partnership Innovation GVF recognizes Main Line Health, Vanguard, GSK and others as TDM Advocates • Fitzgerald and Halliday Inc.

Board of Directors President: Jeff Guzy, RK&K Vice President: Robert Hart, Simon Treasurer: Casey Moore, McMahon Associates Secretary: Kim Carron, Vanguard Rob Henry, GVF Tom Barton, TCB3 Consultancy George Broseman, Kaplin Stewart Terrence Foley, City Avenue Special Services District Eric Frary, Michael Baker International Ken Fulmer, Urban Engineers William Martin, Tredyffrin Township Ernie McNeely, Lower Merion Township Andy Rau, Unruh, Turner, Burke & Frees Kathy Sweeney-Pogwist, Brandywine Realty Trust

Ex-Officio Members: Leslie Richards, PennDOT Secretary of Transportation Rep. Kate Harper Rep. Tim Briggs Commissioner Kenneth Lawrence Jr., Montgomery County Commissioner Michelle Kichline, Chester County Ken McClain, PennDOT District 6 Joe Serbu, PA Turnpike Patty Elkis, DVRPC Jody Holton, Montgomery County

King of Prussia, PA The Greater Philadelphia region has over four million people living and working throughout it which can lead to congestion and poor air quality if everyone drove alone.

Thankfully the region has many TDM advocates who are working with GVF, a non-profit regional transportation association, who partners with local private and public sectors to combat these challenges through Transportation Demand Management (TDM).

Transportation Demand Management (TDM) are strategies that aim to reduce congestion, improve the environment and our quality of life. Examples of TDM include using different modes like a bus, bike or walking. It looks at the current design of our neighborhoods so that people can make choices other than driving alone. We believe TDM needs to be a priority with employers, employees, townships and communities.

Through GVF's annual TDM Advocate's program, which is a year-round benchmarking program, organizations are recognized for their commitment towards implementing programs that promote commuting alternatives and alleviate congestion for their employees and the community.

GVF works with its partners to develop programs and incorporate TDM and/or sustainability initiatives into their work environment. This could be installing and maintaining bike racks, implementing flextime or telework programs and or ensuring an office has access to a bus stop or a train station.

On Monday, September 10, GVF held its 8th annual TDM Breakfast. Tamala Edwards, 6abc Action News anchor, served as the master of ceremonies, recognizing 40 organizations (listed below) as TDM Advocates. These organizations represent over 160,000 employees.

Nationally recognized TDM expert, Wendy Duren from Arlington Transportation Partners was the keynote speaker for the event. Wendy has over 20 years' experience in transportation. She is part of the executive team of Destination Sales & Marketing Group (DS&MG) and manages six TDM programs at Arlington Transportation Partners in Arlington, Virginia. Arlington has seen great success with implementing TDM. As the keynote speaker, Wendy shared how each of the TDM programs help reduce daily single vehicle occupancy.

• Each workday, Arlington County Commuter Services help shift 47,000 SOV trips to other modes • The six Arlington Transportation Programs are responsible for 68% of these trips removing around 31,000 daily • Using a new TDM industry return-oninvestment calculator it was determined for every $1 Arlington County spends on TDM, there is a $9 return on that investment to the community "Arlington Transportation Partners began its work in Arlington County twenty (20) years ago, proof that the gains that the county has made in implementing TDM strategies across a large number of stakeholders takes concerted effort over a long period of time." Wendy Duren, Arlington Transportation Partners Program Director, Arlington Transportation Partners. "Arlington Transportation Partners is very proud of the effort put into their newest tool, the ROI Calculator. Using this tool, planners can make the case for implementing TDM by showing the economic return calculated for each $1 of TDM investment.”

"Congratulations to all of our TDM Advocates. It's inspiring to see the number of advocates continue to rise and to see so many achieve the highest level.

Thank you again to all our sponsors, and to our awards master of ceremonies, Tamala Edwards from 6abc. Thank you also to our keynote Wendy Duren who shared with us the inspiring programs and success they are seeing in Arlington Virginia. If we continue to utilize and expand our use of TDM tools our region will continue to improve our daily lives while also growing our economic prosperity. However, we can't do it alone so please join us on this journey to further enhance our collective mobility. " Rob Henry, Executive Director, GVF. Due to ongoing innovation in mobility we will see new transportation options that will become available in the future which could help or hurt commute time and expenses. TDM will be there to help guide us through those changes and share alternative ways to commute no matter what the future holds.

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New Museum Taking Shape at John James Audubon Center Construction is progressing on the new museum located at the John James Audubon Center at Mill Grove, 1201 Pawlings Road, with a projected opening in Summer 2019. The new building celebrates the amazing world of birds, providing hands-on learning opportunities for visitors of all ages.

The John James Audubon Art Gallery will contain original Audubon prints as well as a life-size digital version of the Birds of America that will allow for hands-on learning about each species featured. A short movie depicting the life and journey of John James Audubon will be played throughout the day. Other short conservation films will be shown at various intervals.

Outdoor attractions will include the Pawlings Porch, where visitors can bird watch over a wildflower meadow, and the Fledgling Trail, which will engage children of all ages in mimicking the life stages of a young bird from egg to first flight.

There will be a sensory garden, water features, accessible play apparatus, and benches to relax and enjoy nature.

Partner organization Valley Forge Audubon Society is at work organizing new programs and birdwalks for next spring and summer to align with the opening of the new center. Their current event calendar can be found at www.meetup.com or on their calendar of events page at www.valleyforgeaudubon.org.

Additional exhibits will focus bird banding, feathers, eggs, nests, and flight. In a sound forest exhibit, visitors will be able to experience bird songs in different habitats including forests, coastal areas, wetlands, grasslands, and cities.

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An Era Comes to a Close: Harold Sweetman Announces Plan to Retire as Executive Director - Spring 2019

Gardens will be a public garden for many generations to come. Forever Jenkins - Endow an Acre Campaign is currently 67% ($13.4 million) toward the goal of $20 million by the year 2020.

Help us honor Harold by contributing to the fund.

Reaching the endowment goal of $20 million by 2020 will fulfill his vision.

Many people are unaware that Mr. and Mrs. Jenkins left in trust a modest $600,000 and there were no gardens - only undisturbed woodlands.

The gardens and the endowment have grown dramatically over the years thanks to the wonderful generosity of individuals and foundations that truly recognize the importance of preserving Jenkins will grow in the future.

Please help Jenkins reach our goal by contributing to the Fund in Honor of Harold and Christine Sweetman or by creating another named fund in someone else's honor. If financially supporting this campaign at this time is not possible, please consider making a pledge or planned gift in the future by including Jenkins in your will. Thank you for your thoughtful consideration.

From 1974 to 2019, there has always been a Director with the Sweetman name at Jenkins Arboretum. Leonard Sweetman was hired by the trustee at that time to begin the initial plantings even before opening to the public in 1976. As the only full-time gardening director, Leonard worked tirelessly for the last 12 years of his life in growing a public garden for the future, yet one he would never have the opportunity to enjoy in his retirement. Leonard dedicated the last months of his life to helping his son, Harold Sweetman, transition as the next garden director. Leonard died suddenly from a stroke the week following his full retirement in 1986. Harold, like his father, was the only full-time staff/gardener until 1999.

Harold Sweetman, over the past 32 years, has continued planting with each growing season. In addition to growing the gardens, he grew a staff of dedicated horticulturists. Maggie Knapp was the very first full-time gardener in 1999, followed by remarkable Hamilton Educational Fellows, including Steve Wright, Director of Horticulture and Maddison Paule, current Head Horticulturist.

With the gardens flourishing and the resulting increased visitation, the John J. Willaman Education Center opened in 2009. Behind the scenes, Janice Legg, Administrator, and Janet Bauman, Development Director, also became fulltime staff in 2009. Also behind the scenes for 25 years has been a governing Board of Directors composed of talented community leaders, professionals, and horticultural enthusiasts.

With the Forever Jenkins - Endow an Acre Endowment Campaign well underway and approaching the $20 million goal, hopefully by 2020, it seemed time to make way for a new director. Undoubtedly the new Executive Director and passionate gardeners, staff, and community members all dedicated to the special mission of Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens will ensure that Jenkins will continue to flourish and be a vibrant public garden “Forever”.

Help Honor the Retirement of the Executive Director Please Give to the Fund in Honor of Harold and Christine Sweetman The permanent endowment has many named funds that are recognized in all Newsletter/Annual Report publications. Past president of the Jenkins board, Karla Herr, and her late husband Phil, have been generous supporters for many years and it was their desire to establish the Fund in Honor of Harold and Christine Sweetman. Funds in the endowment will ensure Jenkins Arboretum &

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Harold Sweetman Receives National Award

At this year's Annual Conference of the American Public Gardens Association, Harold Sweetman was awarded one of the Association's most prestigious honors. The Award of Merit recognizes an American Public Gardens Association member who has performed with distinction in the field of public horticulture and has excelled as a public garden professional at one or more institutions.

The recipient's accomplishments encompass some combination of botany, horticulture, conservation, gardening, research, extension, education, development, or administration. It could be considered a lifetime achievement award, as it is intended to be given to an individual during the mid-to-latter part of an illustrious career.

This is an incredible achievement and recognizes more than 30 years of hard work, perseverance and dedication to the field of horticulture. For Harold to have done it all at one place makes it even more impressive.

Born in Las Animas, Colorado, Harold Sweetman moved to Pennsylvania at the age of 8. The boyhood experience of growing up on a small farm where his family grew cash crops, ran a nursery and greenhouse, as well as florist business, may have influenced his future career path. He attended the University of Massachusetts as an undergraduate, ultimately earning a Ph.D. in Biology from Boston University.

He then returned to Pennsylvania in 1986 to

assume responsibility for the development of the newly established Jenkins Arboretum from his father, Leonard Sweetman, its first director. Hired as an independent contractor by the trustee, he remained its sole full-time employee until 1999, assuming all responsibility of maintaining and promoting a small public garden on the Main Line of the Philadelphia suburbs.

The Philadelphia area is now recognized as “America's Garden Capital”. Jenkins was the only public garden in the area conceived and developed where no built landscape previously existed. Concentrating on ericaceous plants, which were uniquely suited to the highly acidic, well-drained soils of the site, Harold worked to increase the plant collections and expanded them to include other native plant species with the concept that Jenkins Arboretum should showcase the diversity of Eastern North American native flora. The existing undisturbed native woodlands were ideal for creating a naturalistic landscape design.

Because of the limitations of a modest $600,000 trust established at the Arboretum's inception, Harold created a Friends group to help with funding, maintaining, and growing the garden, all the while insuring free admission to the garden, which is open 365 days a year. Over time, this Friends group ultimately assumed governance of the Arboretum, opening the possibility of membership and today there are close to 1,000 loyal member households. Harold's goal was to provide a place of peace, beauty, and tranquility in a busy Main Line corridor as well as to educate the public about native flora, especially ericaceous plants, with the hopes that many of these plants could be incorporated into area gardens.

Jenkins Arboretum & Gardens has been recognized by the Plant Collections Network of the APGA for both Rhododendron and Mountain Laurel Collections.

To that end, he has made several trips to the Himalayas of China and India on plant expeditions, as well as attending many horticultural conferences around the country.

In addition, he has given countless lectures and informational workshops to local garden clubs and community groups, all with the aim of promoting the garden and its collections.

Dr. Sweetman has managed to expand the gardens, now working with a dedicated staff of seven, three full time in administration, four full time horticulturists, including two endowed Hamilton Fellowships, several part-time staff, and a core group of dedicated volunteers. Successful capital campaigns led to building a new LEED Gold certified John J. Willaman Education Center in 2009 extending the scope of the gardens to highlight local artists through gallery exhibitions and garden clubs, as well as four plant society flower shows and public plant sales.

Harold has worked tirelessly to promote the Arboretum & Gardens as a “jewel” in the community and to compliment rather than compete with the larger public gardens. This newsletter seemed the perfect time to announce Harold's retirement. The garden has been his life's work and once the Forever Jenkins Endowment Campaign is complete, the garden will be secure and his work done.

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