FULL TIME EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY – Skilled Laborer
This position is responsible for maintenance and repair of roadways, trails, parks, right-of-ways, Township maintained properties, snow removal, storm and sanitary sewer. The desired applicant must have a HS diploma or GED, basic knowledge of operations of a municipal Public Works Dept., and applicable construction, mechanical, and trade experience. Valid PA driver’s license required, and CDL Class B driver’s license with air brake endorsement required within 6 months of hire. Must have the physical ability necessary to perform Public Works related duties. Physical and drug testing is required. Starting salary DOE. Excellent benefits package. Submit a brief statement of interest and resume to pw@westtown.org.
Public Works Department monthly report: 2025-02 Road Report
ACTIVE PROJECTS, ROAD CLOSURES, AND DETOURS
PECO Projects:
Scheduled to start in March, PECO is working to update overall electric system in the following areas:
- Dogwood Lane, Kerwood Road and Goodwin Lane:
Peco Customer Letter, Impacted community Map
AQUA Projects:
Aqua continues to work on their infrastructure improvement program in the following areas:
- Blenheim Road & Carlyle Road: Aqua Customer Letter – Blenheim Road
Sawmill Court Development:
Construction access on South Concord Road between Picket Way and Oakbourne Road will continue until this development is completed.
Open Bids, RFP’s, and Recent Bid Results:
Oakbourne Park Mansion Core Parking Improvements – Bid Tabulation
and Recommendation
Rt 926 & Shady Grove Way Green Light Go Project: Rt 926 & Shady Grove Way Signal Upgrade Bid Tab
Road Occupancy Permit: Road Occupancy Permit Application
Snow/Ice Event Procedures & Information:
Salting operations begin at a coating of snow/ice, and continue until all roads are treated. It is important to salt at the beginning of a storm to keep the snow and ice from bonding with the paved surface, making it difficult to remove. Plowing begins after approximately 2 inches of snow has accumulated on the road surface. Plowing is ongoing for the duration of the storm with priority given to higher volume roads, then working back into neighborhoods. Vehicles parked on the street greatly hamper snow removal efforts.
At the completion of a storm, the sectors will be plowed to open up areas. Depending on the severity of the snow/ice event, this may take up to 6 hours after precipitation has stopped. The plows will typically make one pass as close as possible to the edge of pavement. To avoid having your driveway plowed shut, leave the last 10 feet of your driveway unshoveled until the plows are finished. Another method is to shovel 15 feet of the shoulder to the right of your driveway. That will allow a snowplow full of snow to unload and deposit the snow before it reaches your driveway.
Tips for homeowners:
The Township has 94 cul-de-sacs, which present significant challenges to snow removal. Driveway openings, mailboxes, and storm water drains limit where the snow can be pushed. Cars parked in cul-de-sacs exacerbate this problem. Due to these constraints, as well as concern for private property and safety of the plowing crew, the Township will not plow cul-de-sacs with cars in them.
Do not push snow from your driveway onto the roadway. This creates a hazardous situation, and the homeowner may be held liable for accidents resulting from snow placed in the road from your driveway. When possible, eliminate snow piles at the end of your driveway which block visibility. Large piles of snow will obstruct your vision and make it difficult for oncoming motorists to see you exiting, or small children playing in the driveway.
Mailbox Policy:
The Township is not responsible for mailbox replacement or repair caused by snow and slush coming off the plow. The Township will however, replace a mailbox/post that was physically hit by a plow truck, provided the mailbox was properly located beyond the curb or edge of road. Replacement will be a standard mailbox up to $20 and/or a standard wood mailbox post up to $30 in value.
Winter Stormwater Management
Winter often brings snow and ice. We encourage residents to limit the use of salt and other chemical de-icing products. De-icing products contain chemical constituents that can be harmful to the environment including water resources and drinking water supplies. For example, sodium can break down soil structure and decrease soil permeability, which adversely impacts vegetation and soil microbes; chloride mobilizes heavy metals and impacts fresh water supplies including ground and surface waters; and heavy metal components can adversely impact drinking water quality, plant, and aquatic life.
This winter, you can help by following these environmentally friendly practices:
Shovel snow before it turns to ice to limit the need for de-icing chemicals. Shovel snow onto permeable surfaces including gently sloping and level landscape and grassy areas so as the snow melts, it will soak into the ground rather than flow directly into a nearby storm drain or stream.
If you must use de-icing chemicals, follow these suggestions…
- Control application of chemical de-icers and avoid over application.
- Limit chemical applications near environmentally-sensitive areas including springs, streams, ponds, wetlands, and water supply areas and sensitive landscape and vegetation
- Sand, cat litter, and sawdust can be used as an environmentally friendly alternative to salt products. They will improve traction and prevent slipping, but will not aid in melting ice.
- Use salt substitutes that are less harmful, including Calcium Chloride (CaCl2) and Calcium Magnesium Acetate (CMA).
- For larger areas, apply salt as a brine solution to prevent drift off of paved surfaces.
- After snowmelt, sweep up residue to prevent it from washing into storm drains and streams.
For additional information, please visit our Stormwater Management page.
2024 Road Maintenance Project
At their June 17 meeting, the Board of Supervisors awarded the 2024 Road Maintenance contract to Allan Myers LP in the amount of $736,919.80. The project included the following roads:
Jacqueline Drive – S. New to Supplee Way
Supplee Way – entire length
Dunvegan Road – #1023 to cul-de-sac
W. Niels Lane – entire length
S. New Street – W. Pleasant Grove Road to Street Road (Rt. 926)
Russell Lane – entire length
Creamery Lane – Russell Lane to Farm Lane
Farm Lane – Stable Lane to cul-de-sac
We thank affected residents for their patience and cooperation during this project!
