In municipal news, opportunities still exist to adopt a Pottstown street for clean-up. Phoenixville wins an award for its efforts to become a sustainable community.
Borough Residents, Businesses Can Adopt-A-Street
POTTSTOWN PA – It’s still possible for Pottstown residents to volunteer their occasional services to help keep the borough clean, according to the Winter 2025 newsletter from its Parks and Recreation Department.
Borough officials say they’re hoping that “all neighbors and communities (van) come together to make a difference in what the call its Adopt-A-Street program. They believe local “ownership” that makes communities “more active and cleaner help improve housing values, encourage economic investment, and create a more positive perception” of Pottstown.
The program asks individuals or groups to agree to a contract, under which they will adopt at least 1,500 linear feet of a street, and must comprise of a complete block. The requirement: to clean at least twice a month, and in the winter months they will be asked to clean drains, clear snow, salt sidewalks, and to clear any wheelchair ramps. Other rules also apply.
Anyone interested in adopting a street is asked to complete an online form. They’ll then be contacted with more information. There’s a separate online for group representation. All participants must read, sign, and return a set of guidelines and a waiver before they can assist.
Got questions about the program? Call 610-970-6511, or send an e-mail to administration@pottstown.org.
For residents who have trash they need picked up, there’s a form available to submit that request to the borough too.
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Phoenixville Borough Recognized for its Sustainability
PHOENIXVILLE PA – Phoenixville is being recognized “for its progress in community design and land use,” energy efficiency, recycling and waste reduction, and other areas, borough officials report.
In a Monday (Jan. 6, 2025) announcement, the borough says it now holds a bronze certification through the Sustainable Pennsylvania program. It’s an acknowledgment of Phoenixville’s “demonstrated commitment and sustainability performance,” according to the Pennsylvania Municipal League, which manages the program.
Its goal: to help municipal governments “save money, conserve resources, and serve vibrant communities.” Sustainability also benefits some communities in obtaining state grants. The statewide effort offers four levels of achievement: Platinum, Gold, Silver, and Bronze. Their qualifying requirements are intended to assist communities grow and thrive.
“We are honored to receive this recognition, and will continue to prioritize initiatives that improve the quality of life for all our residents while protecting our environment,” Borough Council President Jonathan Ewald says.
Two other TriCounty region municipalities also are certified with Sustainable Pennsylvania. They are Upper Providence and Worcester townships, both with Silver certifications.
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