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Township Administration Building
301 Iven Avenue
Wayne, PA 19087-5297
Phone: 610-688-5600
Fax: 610-971-0450 / 610-688-1279
www.radnor.com
Mon - Fri 8 am to 4 pm
Township Police
301 Iven Avenue
Wayne, PA 19087-5297
Emergency and Call for Service: 9-1-1
Admin. and Records: 610-688-0503
Fax: 610-687-8852
Mon - Fri 8 am to 5 pm
Township Public Works Garage
235 East Lancaster Avenue
Wayne, PA 19087
Phone: 610-688-5600
Fax: 610-687-0201
Radnor Memorial Library
114 West Wayne Avenue
Wayne, PA 19087
Phone: 610-687-1124
www.radnorlibrary.org
Fire and Ambulance
Emergency Phone: 9-1-1
Radnor Fire Company
Non-Emergency Phone: 610-687-3245
www.radnorfire.com
Bryn Mawr Fire Company
Non-Emergency Phone: 610-525-7702 www.brynmawrfirecompany.org
Broomall Fire Company
Non-Emergency Phone: 610-353-5225 www.broomallfirecompany.com
Radnor Township School District
135 South Wayne Avenue
Wayne, PA 19087-4117
Phone: 610-688-8100
Fax: 610-971-0742 www.rtsd.org
Delaware County Courthouse
201 West Front Street
Media, PA 19063
Phone: 610-891-4000
www.co.delaware.pa.us
MLTV-Main Line Network
Public Access TV for Radnor Township
110 W. Lancaster Avenue
Suite 210
Wayne, PA 19087
Phone: 610-687-5189 www.mltv21.org
Willows Park Preserve
490 Darby-Paoli Road
Villanova, PA 19085
Phone: 610-955-9246
www.willowsparkpreserve.org
Wayne Art Center
413 Maplewood Avenue
Wayne, PA 19087
Phone: 610-688-3553
Fax: 610-995-0478 www.wayneart.org
Wayne Business Association
P . O. Box 50
Wayne, PA 19087
Phone: 610-687-7698
www.waynebusiness.com
Wayne Senior Center
108 Station Road
Wayne, PA 19087
Phone: 610-688-6246
www.wayneseniorcenter.com
We usually hear about “groundbreaking” years for businesses — but for the Radnor Educational Foundation (REF), the 20232024 academic year was truly a “groundbuilding” year, with the most dollars granted to help promote Radnor student success than ever before! The breadth and depth of the grant proposals received this year underscore the passion and dedication of our educators and community partners. Their commitment to Radnor students inproviding a robust education continues to propel our students into the future.
The Radnor Educational Foundation granted just under $85,000 during the 2023-2024 academic year, across the foundation's three (3) grant cycles [Fall, Winter, Spring], marking the highest level of support for all five (5) Radnor public schools in the foundation's history. From STEM programs to arts and humanities initiatives, Radnor students enjoyed a range of programs and services beyond their classrooms, as well as enhanced learning environments to enrich their lives on a daily basis.
Grant Programs For Success
In 2023-2024, the Foundation funded a wide variety of programs and enhanced learning environment grants. Highlights of student-focused programs brought to our schools include:
Radnor Academy Rewards:
This program serves Radnor High School students who have struggled with consistent attendance and academic work, some of whom were previously in alternative learning settings. The rewards system is monitored by teachers and aims to motivate students based on their progress in courses and attendance.
STEM Kits for Kids:
Wayne Elementary Students received an engaging science kit, with a grade-specific experiment to
complete at home. Radnor High School's ACS Chemistry Club and other volunteers assembled the kits, with instructions, activities, and explanations for easy completion.
Girls Lead:
In conjunction with the Wayne-based Women's Resource Center, two cohorts of Radnor Middle School girls participated in a professionally-led program to improve leadership skills with a focus on community impact.
A few examples of enhanced learning environments funded this year include weights for the fitness room at Radnor High School, school supplies for under resourced students at Radnor Middle School, and new art display boards at all five (5) Radnor schools.
Even with the 2023-2024 academic year quickly coming to a close, REF doesn't take a summer break. With our ongoing support of the Summer Reading Incentive — where RTSD elementary students attend a fun, engaging reading camp — the Foundation's efforts continue through the dog days of summer. For each day that students attend camp, they can earn “Book Bucks” funded by REF. On the last day of camp, students visit Children's Book World in Haverford to purchase a book (or a few) using their Book Bucks.
Even Radnor summer campers can enjoy REF resources! About 300 students participating in camp days focused on literacy and language support will enjoy a “water day” as a reward for hard work during the week. The Foundation was tapped for equipment like a long hose and slip-and-slide-type toy to make this a fun experience for all. These types of programs and equipment serve to solidify the yearround value — and enjoyment — that REF grants bring to our students.
Our ability to grant funds and support transformative projects is possible only through the generosity of our individual and corporate donors. The Foundation team works to secure donations and plan fundraising efforts throughout the calendar year to ensure that each student's academic year in their respective school is as fulfilling as possible. In addition, the Foundation's need-based program, Neighbors Helping Neighbors, provides financial assistance and stability for district families facing a disruption in their ability to meet basic life needs including housing, utilities, food or clothing.
When the annual school district budget may not be able to cover a program, REF resources may be available. Whether you currently have a student in the district, have graduated your child/ren, or are an alumnus, the Foundation encourages grant requests from a number of sources. REF will continue to equip Radnor students with the tools and experiences they need to succeed, and we appreciate your support — both today and tomorrow.
For more information, visit: www.radnoreducationalfoundation.org
In addition to grantmaking, the Radnor Educational Foundation supports families experiencing temporary financial hardship through its Neighbors Helping Neighbors program.
To learn more about the Radnor Educational Foundation, please visit www.radnoreducationalfoundation.org
This year marks the 75th edition of the Garrett Hill - Rosemont Fourth of July Parade. Parade Director Bree Truby encourages all neighbors who want to participate in the parade to come to Rosemont Business Center on event day to register. There are also categories that each of the registrants can put themselves in to win prizes (first, second, and third place cash prizes for each category). These categories include costumes and decorated bikes and wagons. "We encourage everybody to decorate as big or small as they like to celebrate the day," Truby said. "Your float can be as small or as large as you'd like it to be. We've had strollers, scooters, or little wagons, but in the past, we've had people pull tractors along or pull behind pick trucks and have a big float where they're all standing and celebrating the day
Registration for the parade will take place at Rosemont Business Campus at 9:30 am on July 4th and Judging begins at 10 AM. The opening ceremonies for the parade itself will start around 10:45.
Truby says there are also a lot of musical acts set up for this year. "We've got the Mummers coming, the Highland Bagpipes, the Mexican Ballet - who bring a lot of life to the parade with their colorful costumes, some folklore music, and then a variety of
reach out to the parade committee if they'd like to take part.
The parade starts at the corner of Garrett Avenue and Conestoga and makes its way down Conestoga, up Lowrys Lane, and on from there, eventually ending at Clem Macrone Park. And the end of the parade doesn't mean the events are over: the parade committee will be hosting a free party at the park for all of the neighbors, including hot dogs, beverages, and games and activities for the kids (bounce houses, face painting, a magic show, and more).
other acts in the parade as well.”
The event usually includes a few interesting vehicles each year as well. "We have the Mustang Car Club and the Valley Forge Antique Car Club," Truby said. "So we have a fleet of antique and really cool cars for all the kids to see - I know my son, that's his favorite, all the cars he gets to see that are part of the parade." People who have an antique car or military vehicle they'd like to drive in the parade are also encouraged to
"This parade is a little bit different," Truby said. "Some are run by townships, cities, or states. We actually are completely funded by donations from the community. The reason we have a raffle or sell T-shirts is because we're trying to make money for the next year to keep this wonderful tradition going." This year, the committee held its first annual Bingo Night, a successful endeavor, and also ran a 'Touch a Truck' event in early June for kids to explore the various vehicles. Donations are also ongoing throughout the year
Residents should know that if there is rain, the committee will unfortunately not be able to put on the parade and start looking to the following year's event. As far as parking, Truby encourages parade goers to be open to walking a bit due to road closures or make sure to plan ahead to find parking in the neighborhoods and avoid Conestoga and Lancaster
"I'm very excited for this year," Truby said. "Seventy-five years is quite a feat. We're very thankful to have had this tradition continue on and, again, it is all because of the donations and the time that they take out of their days to contribute.”
For more information about the parade or to donate, visit www.garretthillpa.com. To learn more about local community events, you can search Main Line Network on YouTube or watch cable channel 21 in Radnor Township or Verizon 34 and Comcast 99 in Lower Merion.
Shade Tree Commission
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) honored 22 projects completed by schools, businesses, and community organization throughout the state with the 2024 Governor's Awards for Environmental Excellence.
This year the Radnor Township Shade Tree Commission was recognized as an award recipient for their Bare Root Tree Planting Project having planted 230 shade trees in the last year alone through engaging volunteers and community organizations. The program has also raised significant awareness of the growing importance for the value of trees and their numerous benefits to the environment. Radnor's Shade Tree Commission also provides educational opportunities to members of the community. The Commission was honored in April at the Governor's Award Ceremony in Harrisburg.
“Through programs like the bi-annual resident and park bare-root tree plantings, de-vining and pruning maintenance, riparian projects, and many more, the Radnor Shade Tree Commission has been able to preserve, protect and the Township's tree” canopy” said Seth Reeser, Shade Tree Commission Chair. All the while, bringing the Radnor community together and helping to make Radnor one of the greenest places to live on the Main Line.”
Congratulations and many thanks to the Shade Tree Commission members and all those who contributed to their success including the Radnor Township Board of Commissioners, Radnor Parks & Recreation, Radnor Public Works, volunteers, residents, partner organizations and Representative Lisa Borowski.
Additionally in April, the Shade Tree Commission organized the planting of 80 more bare root trees in the Township. Fifty trees were planted by Radnor Public Works and tree service companies who donated their time, staff and efforts. Companies donating their expertise included Shreiner
Now through November, grass clippings & fall leaves will be removed from front lawns around the area by local landscaping workers and one can’t escape the noise. It is well known that the two-stroke engines used in gas leaf blowers (GLBs) are noisy. But did you know that GLBs can expose users to greater than 100 decibels (dB), the equivalent to a jackhammer or a jet taking off?
These gas-powered leaf blowers have been around for a long time and they are dangerously outdated. Most gas-powered leaf blowers are of the two-stroke engine type,mixing together gas and oil in a combustion chamber in a highly inefficient and dirty way. The pollution they produce is “off the charts”: 30 minutes of use emits quantities of pollutants similar to a pick-up truck driving from Texas to Alaska. In other words, pollution is >120 times higher than from a truck or car. Gas-powered leaf blowers produce high levels of Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs - hydrocarbons such as formaldehyde and benzene, nitrogen oxide, and carbon monoxide) and particular matter, all of which seriously harm people's health. In addition, the 200
mile/hour winds emitted from the blowers spin up clouds of dust that include pollen, mold, animal feces, heavy metals, and chemicals from pesticides and fertilizers. Furthermore, they are associated with massive noise pollution. The engines produce up to 100 db of low frequency noise, comparable to a plane taking off, which penetrates windows and glass door Extended exposure to 85 db or more will lead to permanent hearing loss.The risks are greatest to the workers of landscaping companies who use these engines every day for several hours, but the risk is also real for homeowners who use their backpack leaf blower just once a week, or to the neighbors who don't use them at all.
Tree Service, The Tree Authority and Executive Tree Service. In addition, 30 trees were planted at Radnor Township's The Willows Park along a stretch of Abraham's Run. This effort was accomplished with 25 volunteers arriving early on a Sunday morning who planted, staked, installed tree diapers and mulched. If you are interested in volunteering at the next tree planting, please contact the Shade Tree Commission for upcoming dates.
There is a solution! Electric lawn equipment, including leaf blowers, lawn mowers, and weed whackers, is cleaner, quieter, and over its lifetime often cheaper than gas-powered machines. Moreover, electric options are often just as capable as fossil fuel versions. If you use a landscaping company, there are sustainable lawn care companies in our area that can be found on the internet.
EMISSIONS FROM GAS POWERED LEAF BLOWERS
SWITCHING TO ELECTRIC LEAF BLOWERS REDUCES HARMFUL IMPACTS FROM EMISSIONS AND NOISE POLLUTION ON COMMUNITIES AND THE LANDSCAPING WORKFORCE
USING A LEAF BLOWER FOR 30 MINUTES HYDROCARBON EMISSIONS FROM DRIVING FROM TEXAS TO ALASKA
and improving soil health).
Rake leaves off the grass.
Mow over the lawn to chop up the leaves.
Use electric leaf blowers and lawn mowers (which are just as powerful as gas-powered ones).
Also, last but not least, reach out to your landscaping contractor to switch to electric leaf blowers.
Sources: epa.gov; theatlantic.com; yaleclimateconnection.org
This spring's give away at the Township Building was a great success! Two free perennial plants were given per household to many Radnor residents and the EAC plans to hold another plant giveaway next spring. Remember native plants are healthier for
the earth because they benefit our local wildlife, do not compete with other plants, and have deep roots that help with water absorption. Keep an eye on the Township's website for dates of the next event, and please think about planting native plants first in your garden.
Leaky heart valve is a condition where a valve in the heart fails to close tightly enough, causing blood to leak back into the heart. The most common type of heart valve disease is mitral valve regurgitation, where the mitral valve is the source of the leak.
“The heart has four valves,” says Roberto Rodriguez, MD, a cardiac surgeon and director of heart valve clinics at Lankenau Heart Institute, part of Main Line Health. “Each valve works as a one-way valve that opens to let blood flow in one direction then closes to prevent flow backwards. This allows blood to move from the right heart to the lungs, then to the left side of the heart and finally to the body. When a valve doesn't close properly, the blood leaks backwards and puts strain on the heart. This can lead to shortness of breath and other congestive heart failure symptoms.”
There are a few potential culprits, including age-related wear and tear on the valve, genetic conditions and certain infections or autoimmune disorders. Some people may also develop mitral valve regurgitation as a result of heart damage from a heart attack or another heart disease, including high blood pressure or a structural defect in the heart.
Symptoms of a leaky heart valve can include:
Fatigue
Shortness of breath
Chest pain
Swelling in the legs
Abnormal heart rhythm
If you're experiencing symptoms like fatigue, shortness of breath or chest pain, it's important to see your doctor right away.
“While leaky heart valves can be serious, early diagnosis and treatment can help manage symptoms and prevent complications,” says Dr. Rodriguez.
A leaky heart valve is usually diagnosed by your doctor through obtaining a detailed medical history and through a clinical evaluation. During this evaluation, your doctor listens to your heart. Some of the signs of a leaky heart valve are the presence of a heart murmur, irregular heartbeat (such as atrial fibrillation), shortness of breath during walks or going up a flight of stairs and swelling of the ankles.
“If your doctor detects a heart murmur, they should order an echocardiogram to evaluate your heart muscle and heart valves,” says Dr. Rodriguez.
Once diagnosed with a leaky heart valve, treatment will depend on the severity of symptoms and the underlying cause. Mild
cases may not require any treatment beyond regular monitoring to make sure the condition doesn't progress. For more severe cases, medications or surgery may be necessary to repair or replace the affected valve.
“The good news is there are plenty of minimally invasive treatment options for a leaky heart valve,” says Dr. Rodriguez. "Lankenau Heart Institute offers less invasive, newer-generation devices like transcatheter-based therapies to repair or replace the mitral, aortic or tricuspid valves.”
Depending on the valve that is leaking, there are several minimally invasive procedures that can help, including:
Transcatheter options:
Transcatheter aortic valve replacement (TAVR)
Transcatheter mitral valve repair
Transcatheter mitral valve replacement (TMVR)
Transcatheter tricuspid valve replacement
Transcatheter tricuspid valve repair
Balloon valvuloplasty
Paravalvular leak closure
Cardiac defect closure
Minimally invasive surgical options:
Aortic valve repair or replacement
Mitral valve repair or replacement
Tricuspid valve repair or replacement
Mechanical valve replacements
Bioprosthetic valve replacements
In addition to medical treatment, there are also lifestyle changes you can make to help manage your condition, including: Eating a heart-healthy diet
Exercising regularly
Avoiding tobacco and excessive alcohol consumption
Overcoming a leaky heart valve Leaky heart valves are a serious condition that require prompt medical attention. But by working with your healthcare team and making lifestyle changes to support heart health, you can manage symptoms and enjoy a good quality of life even with this condition.
Learn more about heart valve care at: mainlinehealth.org/lhi.
Roberto Rodriguez, MD Cardiac Surgeon
Drinking enough water seems as natural as breathing adequate air, but dogs can experience dehydration for many reasons. Warm weather, poor ventilation, underlying illness, and medications can alter water requirements. You may wonder how much water your dog should drink each day, and how to recognize dehydration. Some simple steps can encourage your dog to wet their whistle.
Dogs with underlying conditions such as diabetes, kidney disease, and Cushing's disease will drink more water. Unfortunately this sometimes leads to puddles in the house if outdoor access is not increased. If their access to water is limited, they will become dehydrated.
Certain medications lead to increased thirst and urination, such as steroids and diuretics. Additional water should be provided, as advised by your veterinarian, to avoid dehydration.
The average dog needs about one ounce of water per pound of body weight each day For example, a thirty-pound beagle would need thirty ounces of water. But before you measure the water you pour into your dog's bowl, consider other factors. Wet dog food contains 65% to 85% water, so dogs on a canned diet will typically need to drink less water.
Unlike people, dogs do not rely on sweating to cool themselves. Panting allows for evaporative cooling, meaning that a panting dog is losing water while cooling itself. Warm weather, exercise, and thick coats can all increase body temperature and panting. Short-faced dogs with brachycephalic airway syndrome are prone to overheating and will require adequate water to keep cool.
Dogs experiencing vomiting or diarrhea may f they cannot hold , or have severe watery diarrhea. Puppies and small breeds are especially susceptible. Infections and fever
Some dogs may have hidden reasons to avoid the water bowl. Dental or oral pain e. Dental infections, oreign objects, and tumors can cause pain upon drinking and eating. If a dog had a negative experience while drinking, they may associate their water bowl with that event. Other pets in the house may intimidate them when they drink or eat. Even certain types of bowls can be a deterrence. Clanking dog tags against a stainless steel
Pets with mobility issues such as arthritis may have difficulty accessing their bowls. These dogs should have one bowl on every floor, close t also be on a floor with good traction. Water bowls must be washed regularly and kep filled with fresh, clean water
Excessive panting and drooling c of overheating in warm or poorly ventilated environments. Heat strok threatening condition and emergency veterinary care is necessary dehydrating medical conditions, whose access has been restricted, or who jus drink enough may have dry gums and mouths. If you gently pull up the skin between the shoulder blades and release it, it should snap back quickly. A slow re can mean dehydration.
In warm weather, exercise in early morning and later afternoon or evening. Cut the walks short if needed. Remember to bring plenty of water on hikes and car trips. Never leave your dog in the car on a warm day, even with the windows open! If your dog must be outdoors, make sure they have shade, extra water in non-tippy bowls, and ideally a way to cool off like a shallow kiddie pool. Heavy coats can be trimmed to a summer cut.
Brachycephalic breeds such as pugs and bulldogs, and dogs with underlying medical conditions, should not be left alone outdoors in warm weather
Dogs can be encouraged to drink by adding ice cubes made of low-sodium broth to their water dish. Frozen “pupsicles” made from broth, or kibble mixed with water, make terrific hydrating treats.
In summary, dogs need daily access to clean, fresh water in a safe and accessible location. Some conditions and medicines may increase water requirements. Prevention of heat stroke in all dogs, but especially in susceptible breeds, is crucial. Pupsicles are a great way to encourage water intake in all dogs. A few easy precautions can help ensure your dog stays well-hydrated and ready to romp yearround.
BY THE PHILADELPHIA HAND TO SHOULDER CENTER PHYSICIANS
Carpal tunnel syndrome is a common condition that causes pain, numbness, and tingling in the hand and arm. The condition occurs when one of the major nerves to the handthe median nerve is squeezed or compressed as it travels through the wrist.
In addition to numbness and tingling, carpal tunnel syndrome can cause swelling, weakness, and night time pain. Patients sometimes describe dropping things unexpectedly and may have difficulty with buttoning shirts, tying shoelaces, or handling loose change.
What causes carpal tunnel syndrome?
wrist become swollen and inflamed, the median nerve can become compressed by the transverse carpal ligament (see figure), leading to carpal tunnel symptoms.
Early on, symptoms commonly occur during sleeping hours. In more advanced cases, the symptoms can become problematic during waking hours. Many sufferers describe symptoms with benign activities, like reading the newspaper or driving a car.
Cortisone injections often provide excellent relief from symptoms. Unfortunately, symptomatic relief is only temporary, and most people experience a recurrence of symptoms after 3-4 months.
For chronic or more advanced cases, carpal tunnel surgery is often recommended as the best course of treatment.
What can I expect from surgery?
Surgery provides more space for the median nerve and relieves pressure on the median nerve and tendons. This procedure is typically done under light sedation and local anesthesia and usually takes only minutes to complete.
Carpal tunnel syndrome is frequently seen in individuals who develop swelling or inflammation in their hands. People who smoke, as well as those with connective tissue diseases, diabetes mellitus, and hypothyroidism, may be at greater risk. Repetitive work activities can also cause carpal tunnel syndrome.
The median nerve acts as an electrical wire between the spinal cord and the hand. The nerve passes through the carpal tunnel in the wrist along with nine tendons that bend the fingers. When the tendons in the
What can a hand surgeon do to help?
A hand surgeon can order special nerve tests to verify the extent of the problem. Custom wrist splints are helpful for early stages of carpal tunnel syndrome. These splints are worn at nighttime to relieve pressure on the median nerve and to prevent the wrists from bending during sleep.
While there are several different approaches to performing carpal tunnel surgery, usually a 1/2 inch incision is made near the wrist and use of a camera to release the tunnel under direct visualization. This minimally invasive approach minimizes discomfort following surgery and allows patients to return to activities more quickly. Over 95 percent of patients improve dramatically following surgical intervention, with most returning to daily activities within days. Many patients can resume heavier job-related activities after 2-4 weeks.
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The League of Women Voters, whose membership is open to all, has worked for over a century to empower voters and defend democracy. Among our principles, we believe in representative government and in the individual liberties established in the Constitution of the United States. Most notably, we believe that every citizen should be protected in their right to vote.
Acting on League principles is a challenge. However, we believe that democratic government depends upon informed and active participation. Safe, sound, and secure elections are based on understanding just how elections work.
Article 1 of the U.S. Constitution gave the states the responsibility of overseeing federal elections for the President, Vice President, and members of the U.S. House of Representatives and Senate. The Pennsylvania Constitution, Article 27, outlines our state's provisions that are under the purview of the PA Department of State. Through its Bureau of Commissions, Elections, and Legislation, it oversees the Commonwealth's electoral process as well as Campaign Finance, Voter Registration, the Office of Notary Public, Commissions, and Legislation. Of course, over time, both federal and state legislators have enacted laws to modify elections rules and regulations designed by our forefathers. Elections in Pennsylvania are run by the 67 County boards of elections. Among other things, counties can differ in their voting machines, use of ballot boxes, and even processes involving absentee ballots. However, under the law, all voting machines must provide a paper trail that can be used for auditing the results of each ballot cast.
As residents of Delaware County, voters are subject to the provisions the federal, state, and county regulations. Our County Board of Elections is composed of three members appointed for two-year terms by County Council. Their meetings, along with
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The Bureau of Elections, located in the Delaware County Government Center in Media, is responsible for providing accurate and up-to-date information to voters, orchestrating Election Day preparations, and processing of mail-in and absentee ballots. The Delaware County Elections Department is responsible for ensuring transparent, safe, secure and accurate elections for our county's 410,000 registered voters. The election agency administers: voter registration services; recruitment/training of poll workers; polling-place designations and equipment; balloting systems; preelection logic-and-accuracy testing; and post-election reviews and certifications of results. During the recent primary election, about 120,000 registered voters participated in 49 of the county's municipalities. Approximately 90,000 ballots were cast in person on Election Day while 30,000 mail-in ballots were received. Military and overseas mail-in ballots can be counted even if received a week after Election Day. This process, along with the review of provisional ballots cast at polling places, can result in delaying the final count.
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These tentative results can exclude small numbers of mail-in ballots that are flawed, based on the return envelopes being: undated or improperly dated; unsigned; unsealed; or the ballot not placed in the “Secrecy Envelope” before being submitted in the larger “Ballot Return Envelope.” The final certification date, when the official results are transmitted to the Department of State, can be more than three weeks after the election. By this date, all eligible ballots are processed, counted, and reported regardless of how close contests may be.
During the time between Election Day and certification, a Delaware County retabulation team is sworn in as mandated by State Law. This group reviews precinct records to identify inaccuracies and reports any obvious discrepancies. This oversight effort includes review of the results tapes, a two per-cent recount of
precincts, and a comparison of ballots cast versus ballots supplied and ballots returned unused.
While the many staff members of Delaware County are entrusted to ensure safe, sound, and secure elections, their work would not be possible without the more than 2,000 poll workers who staffed the 428 precincts throughout the county. Each site now has electronic pollbooks that allow for easier check-ins, consistent voter guidance, and the ability by poll workers to quickly redirect voters who may arrive at the wrong polling place. This is particularly useful to new voters, voters new to the area, voters whose precincts moved since the last election, or voters who vote at sites that house three to six precincts!
Poll workers are essential to elections. They protect voters' right to vote and defend the integrity of secure and accurate elections. In Delaware County a poll worker can be responsible for setting up the polling location, checking in registered voters, explaining voting procedures to voters, overseeing voting equipment and ballots, monitoring conduct during the election and ensuring a “campaign-free zone” inside the precinct. If you would like to find out how you can help at the polls, check out the Poll Worker Resources link at Delco Votes!
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Solar PV Tax Credits Supercharged Home solar tax credits went up to 30% for 2024 and beyond making solar payback even better. Non-profits can now also benefit and get a direct 30% federal rebate for installed solar systems. In 2024 every month we will select one winner to be awarded a $1,000 prize, payable to our contractor towards your installation. Deadline to sign up for installation is Sept 30, 2024!
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Little Darby
If you've ever visited The Willows, you've crossed it. Twice. Once on the way in, and once on the way out. What - the Rubicon? The Continental Divide? The Mason-Dixon Line? No, it's a rather modest geographic feature by comparison. It's Little Darby Creek.
Little Darby Creek is one of a number of creeks, including Ithan Creek, that are tributaries of Darby Creek, Little Darby's big brother. True to its name, Little Darby Creek is rather little — only 2.6 miles long. Big Bro Darby is 26 miles long. But Little Darby Creek is worth getting to know; it certainly knows a lot about Radnor!
Little Darby's origins are humble and unpretentious and, on the Main Line, that's “a rare and pleasing thing” (a phrase once used to describe Radnor itself). It starts at Sugartown Road, near Club la Maison, where it is fed by three large, subsurface pipes that collect water from sources in Tredyffrin Township. These rather unprepossessing pipes empty into a manmade, stone-walled channel that runs through the parking lot of Club La Maison. Perhaps you have encountered Little Darby at this point after a yoga or Pilates class.
Once released from the channel, Little Darby flows past some apartment buildings and a small pond. It then flows between two Township parks, Bo Connor and Warren Filipone, occasionally fielding a stray baseball, tennis ball or pickle ball and carrying it off downstream. The creek then flows under South Devon Avenue and continues past the backyards of several homes in a family-friendly West Wayne neighborhood. It dips under West Wayne Avenue and continues through a wet, woody area until it reaches Club Pond. What stories could Little Darby tell us about the sawmill and clover mill that were powered by waters from this impoundment during the 1800s? Or about the Mill Dam Club, founded more than a century ago, and quartered in the former miller's home at the edge of the pond? Or about the Mill Dam itself and its role in Radnor's industrial history?
Once the creek flows over the Mill Dam, it drops into a rocky, wooded valley between the Brooke Farm and Ravenscliff neighborhoods. At this point, Little Darby is free for a time to behave like a true creek, twisting and turning, flowing over and around rocks, bubbling and burbling under the shade of shagbark hickories and beech trees, and welcoming an unnamed tributary that has just completed a run though the world-class gardens of Chanticleer. Soon the creek must travel through a culvert under Brooke Road and continue its journey through a small slice of Inverary, another residential area that was once the site of a storied Main Line mansion, Laurento (later, Inver House), before that grand old house was demolished, shortly after the property's sale in 1983. It is on this property that Little Darby is joined by its first named tributary, Julip Run, which arrives from neighboring Easttown Township, having travelled east along Darby-Paoli Road until reaching the much-loved duck pond on Brooke Road. The impounded waters of Julip Run spill over a small dam then “duck under” Brooke Road, continuing a short distance until the run merges with Little Darby.
Refreshed by Julip Run, Little Darby passes under Darby-Paoli Road and enters The Willows Park, initially hidden from view by “the Cottage.” The so-called Cottage once served the owners of The Willows estate as a garage for cars and a stable for horses and other animals. In recent years, Little Darby has been stocked with trout just
downstream of the Cottage, much to the delight of area anglers. The creek has been designated by the state as a cold-water fishery. Dipping under the first of The Willows' two bridges, the creek flows past The Willows pond, a man-made “lake” installed by the Mansion's original owners, the Sinnotts (who named the property Rose Garland), and enjoyed by several subsequent owners, including the Zantzingers (who renamed the property Maral Brook), not to mention several generations of Radnor residents (who have known the property as The Willows since its acquisition by Radnor Township in 1973). From the pond one has a splendid view of the Willows Mansion, the site of so many memorable events attended by so many Radnor residents over so many decades. Little Darby was in attendance at all of them.
The creek continues past some bald cypress and box elder trees on its way to the second Willows Park bridge, this one on the road exiting the park, but just before reaching this bridge Little Darby is joined by another tributary, Abrahams Run, which, undeterred by park signage, enters the park at the park's exit. It runs through the picnic area of the Willows Park, shaded by willow oaks and river birches.
Passing under the second bridge, adorned with Mercer tiles, Little Darby continues flowing eastward past the Skunk Hollow Community Garden, the Township's leaf composting area and a cornfield, all south of Darby-Paoli Road. It passes under the remains of Papermill Road, one of Radnor's first roads, and is joined by a third tributary, Wigwam Run, which enters Skunk Hollow after winding past several historic structures on the legendary Ardrossan property. The creek then makes a sharp turn to the right, where it once fed a pond for a grist mill that was established in 1710. Mill operations continued at this site until the late 1800's. The remains of the mill dam and the mill itself are still visible. Below the mill ruins, Little Darby finally joins its bigger sibling and the merged creeks flow under a bridge at Saw Mill Road. Old photos show that this was once a covered bridge. Little Darby ends here, but Big Darby continues for another 23miles, until it reaches the Delaware River
Now you know a little bit about Little Darby!
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It is no secret that creative endeavors can make almost everyone happier. For people of all ages and stages who struggle with mental, emotional or physical issues, art can make a tremendous difference. You may already know that art can build fine motor and problem solving skills, enhance communication and expression and promote self esteem and motivation to succeed.
And you may know some of the people who might benefit the most from having the
Art therapy can help, by giving people the freedom to explore and process their feelings and memories as they draw or paint. Skill is not required, and talking is an option. Art Therapists are Masters and PhD board certified professionals who guide this process. I asked Kathy Hrenko, a highly respected local Art Therapist, if she could share some of her favorite success stories. Her answer? “Ok, now you're going to hear me cry.” Kathy described having to prove herself 30 years ago in what was then a new and undervalued field. Art therapy helped her accurately assess a patient whose trauma had been unspeakably painful. By interpreting the woman's drawings correctly, the correct course of treatment was identified, and Kathy became an indispensable member of the assessment team. She told a second story about an
by Laurie Lamont Murray
elderly woman who hadn't spoken for weeks due to progressive memory loss. Kathy's work brought forth a flood of happy memories for this woman who, as she drew simple images, suddenly began to speak again! (Kathy is the Lead Expressive Art Teacher for AHHAH, featured below.)
Art Therapy is one valuable approach. In our greater Philadelphia region there is a wealth of expertise and opportunity, capable of bringing art to everyone, regardless of their circumstances.
In alphabetical order, here are some of the wonderful things that are offered locally:
AHHAH (Arts Holding Hands and Hearts) AHHAH serves the youth and families of Chester County, but hopes to expand to include all of the communities in the Greater Delaware Valley. Their programs focus on literacy, mindfulness and the arts to offset the stressful effects of adverse childhood experiences, increase resilience and facilitate productive, fulfilling futures for youth. One of the many programs they provide is Justice Restored for youth in juvenile detention, featuring a traveling art show and publication of books of poetry. www.ahhah.org
Chester County Art Association is rightfully proud of their commitment to provide a Creative Space For Everyone. Their Summer Camp program has grant and scholarship opportunities for which anyone can apply. The classes include Extreme Upcycling, Jewelry and Fashion Design, Puppet-making, Crochet, etc and the artwork the kids produce is amazing.
(610-696-5600)
www.chestercountyarts.org
Community Art Center in Wallingford offers ART To Go, providing art experiences for Afterschool and summer programs at Chester Eastside Ministries, South Media Community Initiative projects, The Boys and Girls Club of Chester among others. CAC also brings classes for older adults, veterans and the disabled at the Delaware County Housing Authority and Plush Mills Senior Living Community. Drawing, painting, muraling, ceramics, mosaics, photography etc. are available. Each program is tailored to the organization's needs.
(610-566-1713)
info@communityartscenter.org
Main Line Art Center offers free Saturday classes for children, teens and adults with disabilities. MLAC collaborates with approximately 20 community partners, including PA School for the Deaf, Center For the Blind and Visually Impaired, ARTZ Philadelphia for older adults living with dementia, Carelink Support Services and Wesley House Family Shelter. MLAC has a merit based, juried artist's residency providing a disabled artist with studio space, an exhibition and a stipend. (610-525-0272) • mainlineart.org
Wayne Art Center designed Broaden Your World especially for adults with traumatic brain Injuries to encourage the development of physical coordination, personal expression and mental outlook. Plus Art is a needs-based program to help seniors stay active and involved. WAC's traveling and in-house programs include partnerships with The Timothy School for children on the Autism Spectrum and a tuition-free after school program for St. Augustine Academy (610-688-3553) • wayneart.org
As an artist, I have taken classes and exhibited at all of the aforementioned art centers. The work that they are doing for artists and the community as a whole is phenomenal. My familiarity with AHHAH is newer, coming from my friend Carol Metzker, who is also phenomenal. A few years ago, Carol began involving me in art projects at a residence for survivors of human trafficking. I started large paintings that the survivors could make into a group collage, using whatever decorative bits we brought. It was wonderful to see the enthusiasm and pride that these artworks generated. Their efforts culminated in an exhibit at the Henry Gallery at Penn State Great Valley featuring work by ARTsisters and the survivors together in a beautiful professional space.
It is important to add that the visual arts are just one part of what is healing. Dance is a source of joy and fulfillment, as is music. Carol is a certified sound therapist who frequently offers stress relieving wellness sessions, creating a relaxing sound bath with her crystal singing bowls. #soundandwellness
There are countless other organizations and individuals using art to help people. I'd love to hear from you with recommendations to add. Have a wonderful summer!
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