"Meet the Supervisors" forum will be held on April 22, 2010, at the Silver Spring Fire Company, starting at 7:00 p.m. The goal of this event is to generate community involvement in the current and future issues of the Township. The event is informal and refreshments will be served.
United States Census - 2010
In March 2010, more than 130 million addresses will receive a 2010 Census form by mail or hand delivery. The 2010 Census will document the changes in our nation since the last decennial census in 2000, and tell us how we evolved as a country. Because census data affect how more than $400 billion in federal funding is distributed to tribal, state and local governments, the census also will frame the future of our country and community for the next 10 years.
Here's is what you should know: One of the shortest forms in history, the 2010 Census asks 10 questions and takes about 10 minutes to complete. Census data are used to reapportion seats in Congress and ensure proper district representation in state and local governments. Information from the census helps determine locations for child-care and senior centers, new roads, hospitals, schools and community centers.
Complete the Census as soon as possible and return in the postage paid envelope. Census workers will visit households that do not return forms to take the count in person.
For more information about the Census, please visit 2010census.gov
UPDATE on Woods Drive Closing
Woods Drive is open. More road closures are expected in the spring for replacement of the second bridge.
Veteran's Committee Meetings - Location Change
The Silver Spring Veteran's Committee will hold all of their meetings, for the entire year, at the following location:
1300 Bent Creek Blvd., Mechanicsburg, PA at 7:00 pm
2010 Approved Budget
Please (click here) to see the approved 2010 Budget for Silver Spring Township.
Outdoor Wood Fired Furnace Regulations
The Township now regulates the construction and operation of
wood fired boilers and furnaces. Regulations include permitting, location,
acceptable fuels, and operation standards.
Please contact Jim Hall, Zoning Officer, for more
information.
Building Assessment Report
Apex Realtors was hired to assess the following:
1) Review of the existing building project
2) Highest and best use of the current site
3) Identification and assessments and any other options that potentially would meet Township needs
4) A statement of costs associated with the options evaluated along with the advantages and disadvantages of each
Silver Spring Township is looking for volunteers to serve on many of its Committees. As of January 1, 2010, openings may become available on specific Committees and will be announced to the public. In order to be considered to serve on a Committee, please contact the Township at 766-0178. (See below for the most up to date list).
Available as of January 1, 2010
Recreation Advisory Council (RAC)
Zoning Hearing Board (ZHB)
Planning Commission (PC)
Business Advisory Council (BAC)
Project Construction Update - New Kingstown Bypass
Construction work is underway on a
two-year project to realign Route 11 around the Village of New Kingstown in
Silver Spring Township, Cumberland County. The project includes the
construction of a bypass around the village by building two new northbound
lanes alongside the current southbound lanes of Route 11. New traffic
signals will be installed at the Route 11 intersections with Locust Point Road,
Farmers Street, and Cumberland Drive. When the project is completed, the
existing northbound lanes of Route 11 that currently go through the village
will be converted to a local street with two-way traffic. The project should be
complete by the Fall of 2010.
On Lot Septic System Maintenance Program
In accordance with DEP requirements, the Townhsip has adopted new requirements regarding maintenance of onlot septic systems. Please (Click Here) for more information.
The Board recently adopted an ordinance waiver procedure for property owner's who may qualify. Please (Click Here) to learn more about this Option 15 of 2009.
Texaco Road and Route 114 Improvements
Improvements to the intersection of Texaco Road and Route 114 are underway. A new traffic signal is scheduled to be installed by spring of 2010.
Building Permit/Fee Revisions
Building Permit Fees have been revised and are as follows:
Building Permit - $6.00 per one thousand dollars of construction cost (minimum fee of $35.00)
UCC Charge - $4.00 per permit
Zoning Permit - $20.00
Certificate of Occupancy - $30.00
Demolition Permit - $35.00
Inspections in excess of 2 for the same item - $50.00 / hr
Building Permit Application withdrawn and/or fails to obtain a permit - $50.00 per hour for time performing plan review
As of January 1, 2009, the Pennsylvania Right to Know Law provides citizens of the Commonwealth the right to request, inspect and obtain copies of public records. William S. Cook, Township Manager, is the open records officer as appointed by the Silver Spring Township Board of Supervisors. For more information about the Pennsylvania Right to Know Law, please visit our Administration page: http://www.silverspringtwp-pa.gov/administration.cfm
Conservation and Preservation Website
The Conservation and Preservation Committee's have created a website that contains the Township's Historical Documents. The public can access and upload any Silver Spring Township Historical Documents or Pictures that they would want to share with the Community. Please go to www.silverspringlpc.wikispaces.com.
A History of Silver Spring Township
The Land Preservation Committee is updating and intends to reissue a publication on the History of Silver Spring Township. This booklet was last published in 1976 and details both the early and more recent history of the Township. It is requested that anyone having historical information that may be of value in this effort contact the Township office for distribution to the Committee.
Township Adopt-a-Highway Program
The Land Preservation and Growing Greener Committees have reactivated the Township's Adopt-a-Highway Program that was created by the Board of Supervisors in 1995. This program provides an opportunity for residents and businesses to take an active role in keeping our community clean by picking up litter along Township roads. Participants will be recognized by signage to be located along their adopted highway.
Please contact the Township office if you have an interest in becoming involved in this program.
Mulch & Tan Bark Available
Township residents can pick up processed leaf mulch or tan bark at the Composting Facility located off Church Road in Mechanicsburg, behind the wastewater treatment plant. The processed material is available free of charge if you want to self load. Residents may also drop off leaves or brush at the compost site.
The Township Zoning Ordinance, Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance and Storm Water Management Ordinance are now available on the Township website. Go to Municipal Services/Community Development/Planning and Zoning to download.
Building and Code Department Relocation
The Building Department is open from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm
The Building Department is located at 1300 Bent Creek Boulevard, Suite 101 in the Perfect Order building. The telephone number for the Building Department is 591-9067.
