PennDOT reveals bridge plans for Rt. 926
Residents express concern about Lenape Bridge, traffic worries
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
A rendering of the proposed new Rt. 926 bridge over Brandywine Creek, which could start construction as soon as Jan. 2015. In addition to the new span, the level of the adjoining roadway would be raised some nine feet to reduce flooding issues.
POCOPSON — After more than two decades of plans, debate...
Pocopson reveals proposed Comp Plan
Public hearing on plan slated for June 23
By Kelli Siehl, Staff Writer, the Times
POCOPSON – Residents are encouraged to take a look at the recently unveiled Comprehensive Plan which includes the maps and the plans for future growth and development in the Township. Susan Elks, from the Chester County Planning Commission explained portions of the plan to members of the Township Planning Commission...
Pocopson says county should pay share of fire protection
Township objects to prison, Pocopson Home residents included in share funding
By Kelli Siehl, Staff Writer, The Times
POCOPSON — Township officials say that local residents should not be asked to pay for the fire-protection cost of residents at county-owned facilities, which now threaten to eat up one-third — or more – of the municipal budget, were the township to comply with funding recommendations.
At...
Rt. 52 to close in Pocopson, April 28
PennDOT to start final phase of roundabout construction, due to open in Sept.
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
The third and final phase of construction of the roundabout in Pocopson will close Route 52 on April 28, PennDOT announced Tuesday. The roadway — and the new roundabout — is expected to open in late September.
POCOPSON — It’s about to get a lot more complicated to get around the Unionville...
Pocopson officials ready to reveal new comprehensive plan
First public look planned for April 16
By Kelli Siehl, Staff Writer, The Times
POCOPSON — “Where do you see yourself in the next ten years?” is a frequent question that arises during job interviews and one that seems to stump us almost every time.
It’s difficult to answer because no one can see our future; we only guess or better yet, dream of where we’d like to be at that time.
After two...
Unionville-Lenape Rd. closing April 16
Phase two of Pocopson roundabout project expected to continue through fall
The intersection of Route 52, Wawaset Road, and Unionville-Lenape Road prior to construction. PennDOT expects to close the entire intersection at some point this summer, as it installs a roundabout.
POCOPSON — The second phase of construction of the planned roundabout will kick off on April 16, with the closing of Unionville-Lenape...
Municipalities seek fair funding for emergency services
Kennett Regional Planning Commission at center of talks to balance payments
By Kelli Siehl, Staff Writer, The Times
POCOPSON — Talks continue amongst local municipalities to come up with a best practice for the funding of local emergency services, but Pocopson officials want to make sure that residents in county facilities are not factored in the final formula.
At the recent Township Supervisors...
Pocopson branch chipping to run through March 28
POCOPSON — The township department of Public Works is chipping branches, an aid to residents coping with an excessive number of downed branches from this difficult winter.
This service is meant to help residents (not contractors) clean up from winter storms. There is a 15=minute time limit per address.
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Winter woes may delay Pocopson repaving until 2015
Salt costs run beyond budget; fire company funding sought
By Kelli Siehl, Staff Writer, The Times
Pocopson residents may have less chance for whimsy this coming year (as seen in this image from the summer of 2013), as big costs for road salt will likely cut into planned summer paving projects in the township.
POCOPSON — Old Man Winter’s punch may cause scheduled paving of township roads to be pushed...
Pocopson wants representation on library board
After library rejected board nominees, township cut funds
By Kelli Siehl, Staff Writer, The Times
Pocopson officials say if they are being asked to financially support the Bayard Taylor Library, there should be a township representative on the library’s board.
POCOPSON — Taxation without representation may have started the American Revolution, but it seems to be also behind a simmering conflict...
