Marple Township News Spring 2021

Spring 2021

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Township Directory

TOWNSHIP STAFF

BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS

Ward 1

Ward 5

Lawrence J. Gentile, Township Manager 610-356-4040 x503 Lgentile@marpletwp.com

Joseph A. Rufo, President 610-291-8389 jrufo@marpletwp.com

John R. Longacre, II 610-356-5475 alongacre1@netzero.net

Sharon L. Angelaccio, Township Secretary 610-356-4040 x504 sangelaccio@marpletwp.com

Ward 2

Ward 6

Robert Knapp 610-353-1835 rknapp@marpletwp.com

Michael K. Molinaro Joseph C. Romano, Director of Code 610-356-4040 x511 jromano@marpletwp.com 610-353-4710 mmolinaro@marpletwp.com

Ward 3

Ward 7

Robert Fortebuono 610-353-5457 rfortebuono@marpletwp.com

Daniel D. Leefson, Vice President 610-353-4093 dleefson@marpletwp.com

Ward 4

Edward O'Lone, Finance Director 610-356-4040 x507 eolone@marpletwp.com

William Creighton, Director of Public Works 610-356-4040 bcreighton@marpletwp.com

Brandon M. Graeff, Superintendent of Police 610-356-1500 graeff@marplepolice.com Therese Staquet, Treasurer 610-356-4040 x552

2021 TOWNSHIP SPRING/SUMMER HOLIDAY SCHEDULE

John J. Lucas, 610-356-1678 jlucas@marpletwp.com

Primary Election Day ...................................................May 18, 2021 Memorial Day .............................................................May 31, 2021 Independence Day .........................................................July 5, 2021 Labor Day............................................................September 6, 2021

IMPORTANT CONTACT INFORMATION Township Administration Building 227 S. Sproul Road Broomall, PA 19008-2391 610-356-4040 www.marpletwp.com Township Police 1001 Sussex Boulevard Broomall, PA 19008 Emergency and Police call 911 www.marplepolice.com Township Public Works Garage 446 Marpit Road Broomall, PA 19008

Marple Public Library 2599 Sproul Road Broomall, PA 19008 610-356-1510 www.marplelibrary.org

Marple Newtown School District District Justice David Lang, Esq. (Wards 2,5,6 & 7) 610-359-4200 4655 W. Chester Pike www.mnsd.org Newtown Sq., PA 19073 Paxon Hollow Country Club 610-356-7430 850 Paxon Hollow Road District Justice Robert D'Agostino Dan Malley, Golf Pro Broomall Fire Company (Wards 1,3 & 4) Non-Emergency 610-353-5225 610-325-4833 796 Parkway Blvd. www.paxonhollowgolf.com www.broomallfirecompany.com Broomall, PA 19008 610-338-2550 Anthony's at Paxon Marple Ambulance Corps.

Restaurant & Banquets Leisure Services/Recreation Non-Emergency 610-356-1639 610-353-0220 20 Media Line Road www.marpleems.com www.anthonysatpaxon.com Newtown Sq., PA 19073 610-353-2326 www.mnrecreation.org

In This Issue

Township Directory . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Township Manager’s Message . . . . . . . . . . 4-6 Finance Department Message . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Boards & Commissions Schedule & Calendar. 8 Stormwater Management . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Police Chief Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Marple Ambulance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Broomall Fire Company . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Library News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Tree Commission Message. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Destinations Worth The Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Entertainment News . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22

Senior Citizen Advisory Commission Mission Statement: To enhance and support the lives of senior residents of Marple by advising township officials about their concerns and interests, by creating a forum where they can meet and socialize and by offering programs and activities for their enjoyment.

Established in 2011 to serve as an advisory board to the Board of Commissioners on senior related issues in the Township.. Seniors have a chance to have a VOICE with their local Government Officials.

The Senior Advisory Commission meets the 3rd Wednesday of each month, 1:00 PM at the Marple Township Building, 227 S. Sproul Road, Broomall, PA. All are welcome. For more information please contact the Township at 610-356-4040.

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Township Manager’s Message Dear Township Resident, Spring has arrived and Mother Nature is showing off her beautiful flowers, tree's and green grass. It is not just the weather that's changing in Marple Township. Our township commissioners have worked aggressively with administration and staff to enhance the many services we provide to our community. Although the past 12 months have challenged our community in many ways, we are honored that we have not stopped serving our residents during this pandemic and I am proud of all our first responders and municipal staff who have worked through these difficult times and will continue to do so with the utmost professionalism.

We are excited to announce we are very close to implementing the plans to construct a new allinclusive playground at the Veterans Memorial Park starting this Fall. This new addition to our Parks Program will provide our community with a safe place where children of all abilities can play together and are developmentally appropriate for children with and without disabilities. The township received $425,000 in grants from Delco Greenways Grant Program, Department of Conservations & Natural Resources, Greenways trails & Recreation Program, along with donations from Broomall Rotary Club and Marple Township Parks and Recreation Fund. We know our residents will enjoy using this space and we look forward to seeing children of all abilities and all ages playing here together.

At the January 2021 meeting, our Board of Commissioners vetoed unanimously to authorize the creation of a Master Trail Plan for the Township.

Township staff will continue to work alongside the Park Board to achieve the goals of this plan. The overall intent and purpose of the study is to identify opportunities and a methodology for developing a Township-wide network of public trails and greenway corridors. In pursuit of this goal, the Plan will address the balance between recent and future growth with the desire to maintain open space for both passive and active recreation, while planning for future greenway opportunities. The Plan will also create opportunities for residents to connect to local and regional parks, regional greenways, adjacent municipalities and other existing trails, as well as community facilities and natural and cultural resources. The expectation is that a Township-wide trail system will improve the overall quality of life in the community, increase property values, and enhance the attractiveness of Marple Township to new businesses and residents.

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Township Manager’s Message (continued...)

TOWNSHIP'S EFFORTS TO CONTINUE ESSENTIAL SERVICES

The Township of Marple's Administration and Department of Emergency Management continue to mitigate the impact of the COVID-19 outbreak in our Township. The measures that we have taken to date remain in place and improvements to our action plan are made on a regular basis. CDC and PA DOH standards are reviewed and implemented or adjusted daily. All employees are temperature screened daily. All occupied Township facilities are sanitized with CDC and FDA approved cleaning agents with high touch areas cleaned based on volume. Multiple hand sanitizing stations have been placed throughout the Township Buildings and Township Vehicles. All Township employees have been issued masks or a face cover and are required to wear them in accordance to the PA DOH guidelines. The Township has secured a variety of mask types to allow for the most comfortable and effective fit and has acquired enough masks for the foreseeable future. Some things have changed with our interactions, but one thing has not - we are here to help. Please let us know what we can do to provide any assistance.

ADMINISTRATIVE BUILDING

Township staff continues to serve the needs of our residents and businesses while not having direct contact with the public. Interactions with staff are done via telephone, email, or by utilizing the outside drop boxes located at the entrance to the Township Municipal Building. The drop boxes locked and accessible 24 hours, 7 days a week.

Payments to the Township or to the Tax Collector can be made by US Mail or the outside drop boxes. If using the drop box, please pay by check or money order only (no cash) and place in an envelope. All envelopes must be clearly marked with your name, property address, phone number, and e-mail address (if applicable). If an e-mail address is provided, we will email you a receipt.

Park playgrounds and open spaces are open for passive activities and we strongly encourage social distancing when using them.

WEBSITE

The Township recently launched a newly designed website, www.marpletwp.com, that is intended to create a more professional and user friendly experience following a series of improvements and enhancements. Many of the improvements were derived from responses to the Township website redesign team and input from residents. Additional revisions will be made, and new features will be added. Feedback is welcome as we develop the site further. We have also launched our new mobile app. that will make it even easier for our residents to access township information and to request services. For the Apple consolidated app, users can download the app and the icon that will display on their device will be the CivicMobile app icon. Once you opened the app, you have the option to search for "Marple Township, PA" or they can use the 'Find Your Location' feature. After selecting the app, it will not show the splash screen, but will open directly to the menu screen of your app.

Our next major improvement is on-line payment. The township will offer the ability for residents to pay for services, such as, Bulk Pick-up, permits, taxes and other services that will allow our residents to access pay for the township services. We are hopeful to have this new service available by December 2021.

MUNICIPAL SEPARATE STORM SEWER SYSTEM (MS4) UPDATE

Since 2003, Marple Township has been complying with Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PA DEP) requirements of their MS4 program that regulates stormwater discharges from the municipal storm sewer system. This program is the result of storm water regulations enacted by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency under the Clean Water Act. PA DEP has developed a municipal permit program with the goal of reducing pollutants associated with stormwater runoff. Marple Township is one of nearly 900 municipalities in the state required to obtain a permit and perform annual testing of all stormwater flows to ensure compliance with pollutant standards.

Stormwater management information is available on PA DEP's website at http://www.depweb.state.pa.us; search keyword: stormwater and follow #stormwatersmartPA for updates.

Stormwater runoff is precipitation (rain or snowmelt) that flows across the land. Stormwater may infiltrate into soil, discharge directly into streams, water bodies, or drain inlets, or evaporate back into the atmosphere. In the natural environment, most precipitation is absorbed by trees and plants or permeates into the ground, which results in stable stream flows and good water quality.

HOW YOU CAN HELP MANAGER STORMWATER Managing stormwater on-site with rain gardens, rain barrels and similar practices.

Reducing impervious areas so that rain soaks into the ground.

EMERGENCY NOTIFICATION SYSTEM

Especially after the most recent Tropical Storm Isaias, I would like to remind residents about the importance of subscribing to the Townships Emergency Notification System. It is an essential service that provides information from our emergency management personnel so our community can be prepared for unexpected emergencies. In the event of an emergency that affects Marple Township, a subscriber who has provided us with their home and/or cell phone number(s) will be contacted via a pre-recorded voice message about the nature of the event as well as proper response actions that the public should undertake. This service is provided by the Delaware County Emergency Notification System (DELCO ALERT), a strategic voice messaging system. Although the Township has provided Delco Alert with a general database of Marple Township home and business phone numbers, all residents are urged to subscribe all of their phone numbers (home and cell) to ensure that they receive proper emergency voice notifications.

To subscribe: http://www.co.delaware.pa.us/delcoready/delcoalert.html Once again, our number one goal is public service and we see it as an honor and privilege to provide it to you. Should you ever need to talk with me personally, please feel free to contact me by telephone at (610) 356-4040.

Sincerely, Larry Gentile Township Manager 6

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Marple Township Finance Department News Good News From The Finance Department.

During the 2nd half of 2021, Marple Township is planning to offer the opportunity to make online payments, using a credit card for the following type of payments: 1. Bulk trash pickup requests.

2. Annual refuse bill which is mailed to taxpayers every year by march 1st.

3. Annual sewer bill which is mailed to taxpayers every year by july 1st.

We are diligently working with our 3rd party vendors to incorporate the new process on our website, integrate with our accounting system and our local bank.

We expect to have this option available to homeowners sometime in the 2nd half of 2021.

Stay tuned!

Calendar & Boards and Commissions Meetings MAY 2021

Recycling Every Wednesday!

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Cinco De Mayo

Mother’s Day

Board of Commissioners Work Session 6:30PM Regular Meeting 7PM

Historic Comm 7PM

Primary Election Day

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Arbor Day

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Pub Safety Comm 4PM Pub Works Comm 8AM Planning Comm 7PM

Recycling Every Wednesday!

MONDAY

Tree Commission 3PM

Zoning Hearing 7PM

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Memorial Day

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Armed Foreces Day

Park & Rec 7PM

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Flag Day

Father’s Day

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Massey House 7:30PM

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Historic Comm 7PM

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Zoning Hearing 7PM

23 Pub Works Comm 8AM

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Tree Commission 3PM

24 Pub Safety Comm 4PM Planning Comm 7PM

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Library Board 7:30PM

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Marple Police Department News that Brian's family and this police department received from this community during the darkest days was indescribable.

As a department we are committed to moving forward with his family forever a part of the Marple Township Police families.

Throughout 202, as the world around us seemed to stagnate under COVID-19 restrictions, the men and women of the Marple Township Police Department continued to serve their community honorably and with conviction. However, we were not immune from the difficulties of navigation through such a challenging time.

The consequences of the restriction financially, physically, and most significant, mentally were felt and seen up close by our officers. From Day 1 this police department's approach was to work with our community, not against it. Through the barrage of seemingly endless and confusing rules and restrictions from higher levels of government I believe the empathy and pragmatism displayed daily by our officers removed at least some angst from residents

and business owners. The civil demonstrations and criminal unrest incited by the death of George Floyd, that continued throughout the summer, posed additional challenges to our officers. Weather it was assisting Philadelphia Police or Upper Darby Police during the riots or maintaining the safety and security of our residents and businesses here in Marple Township, there were no challenges too daunting for our men and women.

On December 8, 2020 we suffered a tremendous loss when one of our brightest officers died suddenly and unexpectedly while on duty. Brian Niedelman #67 was a friend, mentor, and professional in every sense. Hi loss hit each of us hard and we continue to feel the impact. The support

Marple Township Ambulance Mission Statement

The Marple Township Ambulance Corps (MTAC) is committed to providing the highest quality emergency medical services to the communities we serve. We will facilitate the education, training, and understanding of injury and illness prevention as well as our role in the response, treatment, and transportation of the sick and injured.

The professionals of MTAC strive to meet the ever-changing nature of healthcare, emergency services, and public safety arenas through continuous training, incorporation of new technologies, and interagency cooperation.

Through planning, staffing, and resourcing, MTAC provides the leadership, EMS management, and services necessary to fulfill our commitment to the community we serve, while assisting neighbors as requested.

MTAC does this in a fiscally responsible manner and with the professionalism expected from those we serve. MTAC is an integral component of Marple Township and The County of Delaware, Pennsylvania.

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Though the calendar has flipped our duties and responsibilities remain unchanged.

Many changes to our profession are on the horizon but because we are an accredited agency we are already ahead of that curve.

The Marple Township Police Department has been an official standard bearer for five years, not a standards chaser. It is what you, the citizens, residents, and business owners whom we are honored to serve, deserve.

The men and women of the Marple Township Police Department remain committed to the highest degree of public service, training, and education. The goals of this police department are identical to those of the Marple community a safe, secure township where families, schools and businesses can thrive together.

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The Broomall Fire Company is actively seeking photos of former Presidents and Chiefs of the organization.

Anyone with knowledge of the following individuals please contact Pete Placido, MemberBoard of Directors at photography@bfc53.com.

Your subscription program contribution provides you with these important benefits: • Medically necessary emergency ground ambulance service (911) transportation to the closest appropriate hospital • Coverage for anyone residing at your residence or, anyone employed at your business • Coverage from October 1, 2020 through September 30, 2021 • Please note: When a Marple Township ambulance is needed, in some situations, your insurance carrier may issue a check for your ambulance transport directly to the patient. If this should occur, it is the patient's responsibility to forward that payment to Marple Township Ambulance Corps.

A past President or Chief (alone) in uniform or in civilian clothes is preferred. Thank you for your assistance.

The second request of the 2020-2021 Marple Township Ambulance Corps (MTAC) subscription program has been mailed. Being a contributing member of our subscription program can protect you from costly out of pocket expenses if you or a family member should ever suffer an emergency. Once your insurance carrier has been billed or any appeals processed for covered emergency ambulance services, we will use your prepaid subscription fee to cover your out of pocket expenses.

Membership

MTAC is always searching for volunteers.

For additional information on becoming a dedicated volunteer and serving your community, please call 610-356-1639.

PRESIDENTS Ernest Dupille (1923) Robert Goodman (1932-1934) Merril Neal (1935) W.E. Clark (1935-1937) Allen Lutz (1942) John Troupe (1943-1944) Russell Robinson (1945-1946) L.E. Reichard (1947-1949)

CHIEFS Berwin A. Taylor (1930 -1939) Samuel Fleming (1943) Joseph Wagner (1945-1950)

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Marple Township Library News Enjoy Spring at the Marple Public Library

Teen and Adult Take and Make Kits. New kits are available monthly.

Marple Library invites you to join us for great programs and services for all ages and interests and all you need is your library card.

Warmer weather means time outside, walks in the park, weekends on the deck with a good book or Kindle. You can now borrow our preloaded Kindles for three weeks. They are loaded with in-demand titles and you can adjust the font size and type to fit your needs. To reserve a Kindle, contact the Reference desk at 484-427-8115.

Are you looking for the hottest titles or ideas for a relaxing weekend? Check out our site, marplelibrary.org/wondering-what-to-read/, and Facebook Picks of the Week to let us help you find your next favorite read.

Families can find weekly Story Time Book Recommendations on our Children's site and Facebook.

We have a fun spring planned by our Children's Department.

Yoga, Story Time, Book & Cook and more. Let's get ready for a spring full of stories and crafts with Miss Mel and Christina Bunny!

Did you know along with hot new titles, favorite, classics and audiobooks, we also have DVDs, including games, ready for your next family fun night?

All at no cost.

We know there is a service, program or event that you will enjoy this spring. To keep up to date join us on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and check out great videos created by our Teen Department on TikTok.

THANK YOU to the Marple Township community for your generous support.

Through your response and contributions to our fundraising efforts we are able to offer these high-quality programs and services.

Visit https://marplelibrary.org/ for details and to learn about new offerings and resources.

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Marple Tree Commission Re-Leaf Marple Program

News from The Marple Tree Commission As we welcome spring of 2021 residents of Marple may notice the many young trees throughout the township that were planted by the Marple Tree Commission last year.

With the help of dozens of enthusiastic volunteers we were able to plant 40 trees in township parks and other public sites. We also planted 13 in Rose Tree Park, a Delaware County park. These trees were provided by the Tree-Vitalize program of the Philadelphia Horticultural Society and partly funded by a state grant. We planted 20 more trees at the Historic Colonial Plantation, at Ridley Creek State Park.

Our very successful Marple Re-Leaf program provided and planted 60 trees on Marple residential properties in 2020. In eight years this program has planted over 300 trees. Many families have bought more than one tree to enhance their property. There will be many trees available again in 2021 for residents. This is an opportunity to also inexpensively replace aged or damaged trees and create more beauty, shade, stormwater control and wildlife habitat to neighborhoods.

Tree Commission members and volunteers were active all year overseeing the many trees we have planted over the years, visiting the parks regularly to provide water during dry periods and buck rub protection from midAugust until March for the young trees. They also inspect the established trees at these sites and report problems to the Township.

Park Neighbors How fortunate Marple residents are to live in a town with 12 parks.

Whether you are into youth sports, adult sports, power walking, dog walking, bird watching, plant appreciation or just fresh air, there is a park nearby. Marple Tree Commission volunteers have planted trees in parks and public spaces and we try to protect them from deer damage, vandalism, weather and pest damage.

Because we are few and the responsibility is so large, we appreciate help from park neighbors and visitors to help us maintain them. Please keep an eye out when visiting a park and report to us any tree damage, dangerous situations or inappropriate activity that you observe. Call the Township at 610-356-4040. Or our Horticulturist at 610-405-8305. Thank you!

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For more information about this program and available trees: Contact Janis Egan, ReLeaf co-ordinator, at: 610-356-5046.

Marple Tree Commission Hosts 2020 Arbor Day Observance

Traditionally annual public Arbor Day events

in Marple Township are held in April, However, due to Covid 19 social restrictions, the Marple Tree Commission (MTC) cancelled its spring public gathering for the planting of a tree and certification of Marple as a Tree City. However, as the months passed and it appeared that the measures for personal protection against the disease would not likely be rescinded before the end of 2020, the MTC decided to hold a simple, informal tree planting so that we could continue our annual tradition and earn the official Tree City designation for the township for 2020.

The informal Arbor Day event was held on Friday, November 6 at the new Broomall fire house, courtesy of Jim Capuzzi, President of the Broomall Fire Company and Jim Castaldi, Facilities Manager. They joined several friends and members of the Tree Commission and some tree care volunteers (all wearing masks) to observe the tree planting which was the main event.

After the Pledge of Allegiance, Diana Breen, Vice Chairman of the MTC, read the Tree City proclamation from the Township.

Then as horticulturist Rick Ray and Marple ReLeaf program coordinator Janis Egan prepared the planting site for the tree, Diana described it. Selected because of its sturdiness, disease resistance and vase shaped canopy, the young tree is an Elm (Ulmus americana 'Princeton'). A relatively new cultivar, this native tree is particularly appropriate for the site behind the fire house near the driveway.

The Broomall Fire Company will also host the 2021 Arbor Day observance in April, which hopefully, will include a return to our tradition of a public gathering of state and township officials, tree care volunteers and Marple friends and neighbors.

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Destinations Worth The Trip! (Sponsored Content) Newtown Square Welcomes a New Farmer's Market!

Love farm-fresh food, flowers, and friendly neighbors? Then put an exciting new venue on your schedule this Spring! Newtown Square Farmers' Market opens June 4th, and will run every Friday through September from 3:00 pm to 6:00pm!

Conveniently located on the beautiful property of St. Alban's Episcopal Church (near the corner of 252 and West Chester Pike), the market will be within walking distance of surrounding neighborhoods and shops - with safe, free parking. Why would a church (which has been a member of Newtown Square for almost 100 years!) undertake hosting such a major weekly event?

To live in community requires constant practice, and because of the pandemic, we've lost that chance to practice community," said Fr. Matthew DaytonWelch, rector of St. Alban's Episcopal Church. "We hope this Farmers' Market gives us a much-needed opportunity to exercise our community muscles again, to celebrate the best of local vendors, and be grateful for the chance to gather safely together.

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Newtown Square's Farmers' Market is unique, not just because of the extraordinary location, but because it is run completely by volunteers! Fortunately, there is a groundswell of support among many local organizations - including the township leadership. Township Manager Stephen Nease elaborated:

*Urban Roots Farm offers a 25-week subscription to their Community-Supported Agriculture (CSA) program, and encourages everyone to explore the benefits that a weekly delivery of fresh vegetables can bring. Subscriptions are available on their website, and clients have the convenient option to pick up their produce at the market every week!

The Township is excited about the Farmers' Market at St. Alban's because it gives us an opportunity to create a sense of belonging. This is especially important during COVID-19; people need a place to connect and feel like life is “normal.”

Exciting summer programs are in the planning stages for the Farmer's Market from music and art exhibits to a pop-up garden.

Like to be involved? Newtown Square Farmers' Market is looking for volunteers to help and vendors to participate. Join us for a fun opportunity to make the Newtown Square Farmers' Market a success this summer!

One of the exceptional vendors who will participate every week is Urban Roots Farm www.urbanrootsfarm.com Operated

by Jack Goldenberg and Matt Danelutti, it cultivates a 26-acre parcel of land on the historic Garrett Williamson 240-acre property in Newtown Square. Jack and Matt expressed their feelings about participating in the Farmer's Market:

Contact Pam Purser at pam@gatherinthecircle.com and visit Newtown Square Farmer's Market Facebook Page.

We love this opportunity to feed more of our neighbors healthy, locally-grown, delicious food. We are extremely grateful to be able to supply our beautiful, fresh produce at the Newtown Square Farmers' Market, and look forward to delivering weekly CSA* members' boxes there as well!

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Greg Lingo swore he was done with Upper Darby.

Then he realized he wasn't and wrote a movie.

by Maria Panaritis

Now a Main Line developer, Lingo has written and filmed "Last Call." Inquirer columnist Maria Panaritis, a fellow Upper Darby expat, totally gets why.

The Darwinian laws of high school cliques would say this never should have happened: Former Upper Darby High quarterback Greg Lingo meeting Former-And-Still-Supergeek-Me at a West Chester Pike bar the other morning.

But there we were, inside Cawley's Irish Pub. A landmark of Delaware County's Irish drinking culture that for years I had passed on a yellow school bus and wondered, Who goes into that place? It smelled of smoke and weak beer. Greg had been coming here since fourth grade when he and his best friend, Sean Cawley, would help Sean's father count change. We headed to a room of empty tables and began to talk: Greg in his Main-Linedeveloper blazer and tieless shirt; me in journalist denim.

I looked at Greg's face. I could faintly recall this: a skinny, 6-foot3 creature two years behind me in school whose head would bop high above the masses in the halls in between classes at Upper Darby High.

I wanted to know: Why has Greg written and bankrolled a movie about our shared stomping grounds, called Last Call? There's no reason, really, that this son of a onetime repo man should bother himself with the old 'hood 22

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like that. Greg had gotten through Cornell and Villanova, has a big house in Wayne, and is now a big developer-builder out of Media with projects across the region.

with a movie script? He's a busy guy - he runs Rockwell Custom and is backing a huge proposed development, among others, along French Creek in downtown Phoenixville.

There's something about Upper Darby. It gets under your skin. It assaults you by refusing to coddle you then it stays with you for life.

He swore, years ago, that he'd never look back once leaving Upper Darby for Cornell. But that did not stick.

“I call the town 'Darby Heights' instead of Upper Darby,” he said.

That's the fictional name he uses in the film, a comedic look back at life in the blue-collar, West Philadelphia border suburb in the '70s and '80s. Like me, Greg grew up near trolley tracks that roared day and night as they extended west toward Media. Like me, he remembered an upbringing that was more bruising than blueblooded.

Early lessons in business taught him how even flawed childhood bonds can be the most valuable asset you cherish as you age. One guy he befriended as an adult stole from him; another swindled him out of a piece of land he had hoped to buy himself.

“I always thought it was funny," Greg said, "that it was 'Upper' anything.”

You've got to have a sense of humor to make sense of the glorious chaos of growing up in this place.

Greg and I attended the same schools: Bywood, Highland Park, Beverly Hills, and the high school that today at some 4,000 kids is way higher than 2,400 in our day.

Greg is one of three brothers. He knew my younger sister, Diane.

They were in the same class.

As we talked, for the first time ever, I realized Greg and I, while inhabiting different social universes, were bound by a common thread.

yardstick in class. Greg remembered being greeted with an undiplomatic challenge by a principal who wrongly assumed he would be trouble on Day One. Sometimes it sucked here. But you sucked it up.

“The way we grew up in this town,” I said, “if you look at the way kids are being raised today, it was so - quote - wrong.”

He agreed.

“It's the opposite,” said Greg. (His two oldest daughters are in college after attending Episcopal Academy in Newtown Square. He would know.)

So why, then, did Greg bother

“I was going into it from the mind-set of these friends that I grew up with, where we would never do that to each other,” he said. “I realized that what made me who I am was this neighborhood and Upper Darby.”

In the film, actor Jeremy Piven portrays a composite of Greg. We meet him as a bratty rich guy. By the end, he's discovered that his buddies, the old neighborhood, are life's true gold.

“He has this kind of realization that as much as he wanted to leave, that's where he belongs," Greg explained.

That's Upper Darby. Jock, nerd, or anyone in between, it makes you.

Then it makes you run. Then, as you get older, it makes you think.

We had been, like many other kids in town, free agents who were either going to find our way in life or not. And mostly, on our own.

Greg walked a mile to elementary school. I got bullied at the bus stop. His best friends were kids in Catholic Youth football at St. Laurence grade school, some of whose dads owned the Irish bars on West Chester Pike where men and, eventually, younger men learned to escape life, build community, devour the Philadelphia Eagles, and sometimes nurse unhealthy attachments to alcohol.

Greg Lingo, 47, of Wayne, Pa., Realestate Development for Rockwell Custom, stands in front of alma mater Beverly Hills Middle School. Lingo graduated from Upper Darby High School in 1990. He also created a comedy film called "Last Call" which is based in a fictional version of Upper Darby county. TYGER WILLIAMS / Staff Photographer

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