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INSIDE THIS ISSUE

Letter from the Mayor ................. 2

Perkasie Garden Club.................. 2

Perkasie Historical Society .......... 3

Memorial Day Parade .................. 4

Perkasie Police Department .....5-6

Perkasie Fire Company ............... 7

Public Works Department ........... 9

Spring Stormwater Mgmt ............ 9

Perkasie Economic Development. ...................... 11

Earth Day 2020 ......................... 11

Parks and Recreation ............12-15

Pavilion and Field Rentals ......... 15

General Info & Borough Directory............... 21

Visit www.PerkasieRec.com for Classes and Recreation Information!

SPRING 2020 NEWSLETTER

2020 ROAD IMPROVEMENT PROGRAMAs the Spring season approaches, the list of roads

targeted for resurfacing have been finalized: • East Spruce Street, from South Main to the Cul-de-sac • Pleasant Run Place, entire road • Wyckford Drive, from Brandford Terrace to Borough line • Wyckford Way, entire road

Following the roadway condition survey provided by the Borough’s Engineers in the fall of 2018, the streets listed above have been selected for resurfacing this year as part of a “worst first” approach. (Roadway condition surveys are done approximately every two to three years.) The goal is to repair a portion of the roadways listed with conditions 4 through 5 while making our roads safer and more maintenance free in the future. The rating methodology used for this report is based on the American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials Guide for Design of Pavement Structures. During the field survey conducted in the fall of 2018, every road within the Borough limits was visually inspected and assigned a numeric rating between 1 and 5 based on the guide, with 5 being the worst.

For the majority of these projects, Perkasie Borough utilizes state funds which are

generated annually by a tax on gasoline purchases made in Pennsylvania. These Liquid Fuels funds are distributed throughout every municipality in the state, using road miles and population as a formula for the amount of funding that applies to each Township or Borough. These funds will be used for road resurfacing, as well as the construction of new ADA compliant curb ramps as required by Federal Law. Since 2011, Perkasie Borough has contributed $1,281,073 to the Road Program while $2,053,239 has come from the Liquid Fuels funds.

For up to date information on when the

above streets will be under construction please follow the Borough’s “News You Can Use” on www.PerkasieBorough.org or on social media @PerkBoro, thank you. If you have any questions please call the office at 215-257-5065.

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LETTER FROM THE MAYOR

Greetings Friends and Neighbors,

Spring is time for “New Beginnings”, a cycle of new life. Taking us through the changing seasons, preparing us for the warmth of summer and eventually to the harvest of fall. Then into the dormancy of winter, so that we can enjoy the next “new beginning”.

This time we experience as part of the seasons, is like the recurring “new Beginnings we have in our life cycles. From adolescents,

to young men and women, to middle age, to senior citizens. each a “new beginning” in its own way, along with the excitement of the events common to each of these time periods.

In my own journey, there have been numerous “new beginnings” having to restart with the loss of vision, to partial sight, to total

blindness, and each “new beginning” that was required. Communities are no different, as they grow and the challenges change, the Borough of Perkasie grapples with the demands of

“new beginnings” One of these is the joining of the Perkasie Police Department of Chief Robert Schurr. Chief Schurr officially joined the department on March 16, he is a 1986 graduate of Pennridge High School, so in a way is coming home for a “new beginning”. Please take the time to welcome and encourage him. WELCOME ABOARD Chief Schurr!

More “new beginnings”, all the young people graduating from High School and College, their fear and excitement to move on to

their next “new beginning” Let all of us not lose that excitement in our own journeys, take the time to welcome the new neighbor, to encourage the new

graduate, the new employee or to congratulate each other teach others “new beginning”. Want your own “new beginning”? There are many opportunities to volunteer, look around, call the Borough, join a club or church,

seek the opportunity to be a part of a “new beginning” both for yourself, and even more for your friends and neighbors. Make a difference, with your latest “new beginning”. Blessings to all,

John D. Hollenbach, Mayor

Perkasie Garden ClubAn invitation is extended to all with gardening interests living in Perkasie and surrounding

areas to attend any of our meetings and/or events, and to become members. Our meetings typically consist of a program or lecture on a gardening topic, and a brief business eeting. Refreshments are served.

Monthly meetings are held on the second Wednesday evening of the month at 7:00 pm.

January through May meetings are held at the Pennridge Regional Authority, 150 Ridge Rd, Sellersville. June through September meetings are held at members’ homes and gardens. Annual dues, payable in January, are $10.00 per household and members are entitled to admission with no additional cost to all monthly programs and events.

Questions or comments please email: perkasiegardenclub@mail.com.

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A Message from the Perkasie Historical Society . . . PERKASIE HISTORICAL SOCIETY

South Perkasie Covered Bridge RestorationProject Fund Update

Thank you to all the individuals and businesses contributing to the restoration of Perkasie’s iconic 1832 South Perkasie Covered bridge. Perkasie Historical Society members continue to serve on the Save the Bridge Committee. Perkasie Borough Council formed the covered bridge committee last year. The committee is made up of four council historical committee members, the Parks and Recreation and Public Works Directors, two members of Perkasie Historical Society and one member of Bucks County Covered Bridge Society. Mayor Hollenbach is also an ad hoc committee member. This committee will oversee the bridge restoration, fundraising, and securing of available grants. Please consider making a donation to the Perkasie Historical Society Covered Bridge Fund

Online donations, specific to the Perkasie Historical Society South Perkasie Covered Bridge Restoration Project Fund can be made on our website at http://www.perkasiehistory.org/Bridge.htm or Donations may be sent to the Perkasie Historical Society, 513 W. Walnut Street, Perkasie, PA 18944.

2020 Perkasie Historical Society Meetings

1. Perkasie Historical Society: Meetings Come join the Perkasie Historical Society the first Tuesday of the month at St. Stephens Church, 110 North 6th Street, Perkasie at 6:30 PM. Our Spring topics are the following:

Tuesday, April 7, 2020: “Blooming Glen Pork Products and It’s Connections to Perkasie” presented by Bob Moyer

Tuesday, May 5, 2020: “Origins of Baseball: The Boys in Blue and Gray - Civil War Baseball” presented by Michael Jesberger who will share the origins of baseball. Sponsored by Tina Bruner in memory of Mr. Dave Hubbert Tuesday, June 2, 2020: Membership Picnic

Please call Pat Gahman at (215) 257-9624 to reserve your seat. Dinners are $12, payable at the door. The deadline for dinner reservations is the Thursday before each meeting at 5 PM. For additional information please check our website: www.perkasiehistory.org

2. Perkasie Historical Society: Museum Openings and Walking Tours April 25, 2020, 1:00 PM : Perkasie West of 7th Street Walking Tour, Please meet at the museum. Suggested Walking Tour donation is $5.00.

May 16 and 17 2020: World War II: featuring the Charles Nase Collection from Noon-4 PM June 13, 14 & July 11, 2020: “Made and Played in Perkasie: Baseball and Softball” from Noon-4 PM

The Perkasie Historical Society Museum is located at 513 W. Walnut Street, Perkasie, PA.

3. The 2020 Perkasie Carousel: Operated by Perkasie Historical Society The Perkasie Carousel is located in Menlo Park at West Park Avenue and 3rd Street, adjacent to the Menlo Aquatic Center Sunday, May 10 ............................ 12–5pm Monday, May 25 ........................... 12–5pm Sunday, Jun. 21 ............................. 12–5pm Sunday, Jul. 5* ............................... 12–8pm

(*community day, rain date Jul. 12)

Join us in preserving Perkasie’s history! http://www.perkasiehistory.org/Membership.htm Follow and Like us on Facebook! https://www.facebook.com/perkasiehistory.org/

We are looking for volunteers to help with our historic sites. Please e-mail us at: perkasiehistory@gmail.com to Volunteer.

JOIN THE PERKASIE HISTORICAL SOCIETY TODAY! For more information please visit: PerkasieHistory.org.

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Plan ahead and save! Stop by Perkasie Parks & Recreation to pick up your discount passes to places like

Crayola Factory, Dorney Park, Regal Cinemas and more. Tickets are good valid only for current season, no refunds. Please visit www.PerkasieRec.com for a full listing of ticket prices. Tickets must be purchased in person and only cash/credit card is

accepted. Visit Borough Hall during regular business hours, thank you!

Eagle Scout, Brayden Connor, Troop 007Perkasie Bench Revival 2020 is complete! Brayden Connor of Troop 007 Perkasie/

Quakertown restored 7 benches, a picnic table and installed 1 new one bench throughout Perkasie’s Park system to fulfill his Eagle Service Project. Both the Perkasie Borough and community financed the project. Borough Council awarded $300 for the project and Brayden set up an online Go Fund Me that circulated on Facebook and raised the additional $900 needed within 3 days. You can enjoy the benches at Kulp Park Wading Pool and the Tot Lot on East Spruce Street. The community really came together to make this project a success and we hope they enjoy it for years to come. Brayden and his fellow scouts are 11th graders at Pennridge High School. Thank you again to Brayden, Troop 007, and the Perkasie Community.

Brayden Connor

MEMORIAL DAY PARADE Monday, May 25, 9:00am

Traditions are a link to the past but also strengthen our communities and show pride for what those before us have sacrificed. The Annual Memorial Day Parade is a tradition; a reminder to each of us that many of our countrymen and women fought and died to preserve our Nation’s freedom.

In a few months, our Nation and our community will be observing Memorial Day. This year the Hartzell-Crouthamel Post #280 of the American Legion will again sponsor the annual Memorial Day Parade and ceremony. It will be held on Monday, May 25th, 2020 in Perkasie Borough. This is also a special year for the Hartzell-Courthamel Post #280 as we celebrate our 100th anniversary of our granted charter. The post was founded by veterans shortly after World War I and was named after two men who were both killed in action during the war, Calvin F. Hartzell and Earl S. Crouthamel. The post started off becoming involved in various forms of community service, had a bugle and rum corps, and sponsored the local Boy Scout Troop as well as numerous local sports teams.

The Women’s Auxiliary was organized in 1921 and in 1925 joined the Montgomery-Bucks Bi-County Council, an organization

consisting of all the units in the two counties. As well as assisting in various ways, the Auxiliary was affiliated with the Needlework Guild and was a member of the Building and Loan Association.

The Post’s headquarters was in the former Perkasie Trolley station from 1962 through 1990 until the Perkasie Historical Society

purchased the building. We are still a very active post and look forward to hosting the 2020 Parade in Perkasie. For up to date information and the scheduled parade route please visit the Perkasie Facebook page @PerkBoro. Want to get involved?

Please contact the Parks and Recreation department at: ParkandRec@PerkasieBorough.org

MORE INFORMATION ON CALVIN AND EARL:Calvin Fornorman Hartzell was born November 26, 1892. He was living at 811 Chestnut Street with his parents and

siblings while working as a Cigar Maker. He was drafted and inducted into the US Army on September 5, 1917. He was killed in action on September 29, 1918 near France and buried in Europe. On April 10, 1921, he was reburied here in Perkasie at St. Stephens UCCC Cemetery.

Earl S Crouthamel was born April 11, 1896. He lived on Main Street with his parents and siblings while working as a farmer for his father. He was drafted and inducted on April 26, 1918. He was killed in action on November 4, 1918 in Belgium and buried in Europe. On May 15, 1921, he was reburied in St. Luke’s United Church of Christ Cemetery in Dublin.

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A Message from the Perkasie Borough Police DepartmentOfficer Fox of the Perkasie Borough Police Department is trained and

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Pennsylvania Car Seat Law:• BIRTH-2 YEARS: Must be secured in a rear-facing car seat until the child outgrows the

maximum weight and height limits designated by the car seat manufacturer.• Birth-4 Years: Must be properly restrained in an approved child safety seat anywhere in the

vehicle.(for maximum protection, a back seat is preferable.)• 4-8 Years: Must be restrained in an appropriate booster seat.• 8 Years and Older: Must be in a seat belt.

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EMERGENCY RESPONSE – ADDRESSHow will an Ambulance find your house? How can a police officer respond to your call? Your ADDRESS NEEDS to be clearly visible

from the street, in number form, at least 4” high, and in a contrasting color from the background. Help us find you!

INTERCONNECTED SMOKE DETECTORS: Can you hear all of your smoke detectors from anywhere in your home, especially from your bedroom when you are sleeping?

• Detecting and alerting everyone in the home of the earliest presence of smoke is the surest way to preventing a fire fatality. • If you have to wait until the smoke reaches the smoke detector in your room to alert you – IT’S TOO LATE! • In today’s modern world, smoke detectors can be interconnected with wires or can communicate wirelessly. • The earliest warning of smoke will provide the greatest amount of time to escape. • The earliest warning of smoke may allow time to eliminate the source of the smoke, before it becomes a fire.

HOME FIRE DRILLS:In a typical home fire, you may have as little as one to two minutes to escape safely from the time the smoke alarm sounds. Be sure

all are in working order! You should plan and practice a fire drill in your home for your family. When you are in an emergency there is no time to panic, seconds count. Plan and practice how you will get out of your home, a secondary way out, and a safe place to meet. Once you get out – Don’t go back in! Firefighters will let you know when and if it is safe to return.

Breakfast Fundraiser!Join your friends and neighbors to help support the Perkasise Fire Department! Every third Sunday of the

month from7:30 – 12:00 pm enjoy an all you can eat breakfast! Menu includes: eggs, pancakes, waffles, sausage, bacon, scrapple, home fries, onions and mushrooms! Adults (ages 13+) are $8 and children ages 4 through 12 are $3.50. Visit www.perkasiefd.org for more information!

A message from the Code Enforcement Department Did you know that all of our ordinances are codified and online for all to see? Perkasie Borough uses eCode 360 to publish and maintain all of our ordinances. The ordinances are organized by chapter and are both searchable and printable. New ordinances are added upon adoption. You can find them by visiting the Borough website, under the Public Information tab. If you have any further questions please contact the Codes and Zoning Department at 215-257-5065.

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A message from the Public Works Department

Please be aware of the following Trash Schedule updates for upcoming Holidays:No Recycling, Friday, April 10th

No Trash Pick-up Monday, May 25th. Will be picked up Tuesday, May 26th

RECYCLING CENTER HOURSMonday through Friday: 7:30 am - 8:30 pm • Saturdays: 7:30 am - 4:00 pm It is closed Sundays and most holidays.

The Borough Recycling Center, located behind the Perkasie Police Department, at 311 South 9th Street, is for the convenience

of Borough Residents ONLY. Perkasie Borough staff may ask for identification when you use the Center. There are signs indicating where recyclable materials are to be placed. No plastic bags, please. Combine glass, aluminum, tin and plastic (PDE #1-7) containers in the dumpsters that are marked as such and that have metal stairs. Combine newspaper and cardboard and place in the trailer.

Trash and bulky items are not accepted at the Recycling Center. Absolutely NO construction materials, aluminum/plastic siding,

window glass, shutters, etc. are accepted at the Recycling Center. No laundry baskets, plastic trash cans, large tin (popcorn) containers, fish tanks, mirrors or other household materials are accepted. As of June 1, 2010 yard waste (NO GRASS CLIPPINGS) will be accepted on the first Saturday of the month 7:30 AM - 3:30 PM. Please use brown paper bags, lawn and leaf bags or bring a container to be dumped when disposing of yard waste. No plastic bags. Please call the Borough or check the website for additional information.

2020 Bucks County Household Hazardous Waste Collection Events: April 4, 2020 ............. Bucks County Community College, 275 Swamp Road, Newtown May 9, 2020 .............. Upper Bucks Area Vocational Technical School, 3115 Ridge Road, Perkasie June 2, 2020 ............. Central Bucks South High School, 1100 Folly road, Warrington

All events are 9:00 – 3:00 pm, Rain or Shine.

Please visit: https://perkasieborough.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/02/2020-bcpc-recycling-events.pdf for the informational flyer including what you can and cannot bring to the event. Questions? Please call: 215-345-3400

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Spark Technology CenterSpark Technology Center, a 35,000 square foot facility located at 700 West Park Avenue in Perkasie,

welcomes Electro-Tech Systems (ETS) to their new location. ETS designs and manufactures electrostatic simulation instruments and is an expert in environmental control glove boxes. They are joining EFE Laboratories, an experienced contract-based manufacturer.

The Spark Technology Center will serve as a start-up accelerator and incubation center for early stage

manufacturing companies. With Spark, EFE and ETS under one roof, Kip Anthony, President of the three entities, believes that Perkasie will become a hub for high-tech, specialized manufacturing companies.

We want to attract electro-mechanical manufacturers to leverage off EFE Laboratories. Spark will nurture the elements

required to grow organizations with viable products into sustainable manufacturing companies.

PERKASIE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT

The Ram Restaurant, Pint House, Rooftop Lounge

The Ram will appeal to many segments in the community, it will be a family friendly restaurant, a gathering place, a place for special occasions, business lunches and events. Business catering services are available for private events and meetings on the 2nd floor and rooftop in the future. We’ve built multiple kitchens on each floor for catering both on and off-site. The space is also conducive for date night with your someone special.

“I always wanted to build something close to home,” remarked Joe Wade, owner of the Ram. The Ram will have multiple

large-screen TVs for viewing your favorite sport teams. “It wasn’t a matter of if, but rather a matter of when I would open a restaurant in Perkasie,” commented Wade. “I was inspired with the building (606 Chestnut Street), and fell in love with the building and opportunity. “We are part of this community since 2002, I’ve coached here and live here with my wife and children. People know who we are.” “I saw people in Perkasie leaving to eat in Quakertown and Montgomeryville and wanted to do something about it,” exclaimed Wade. “I’ve been in the restaurant business since 2010 and own the Station Taphouse in Doylestown and the Jamison Pour House in Jamison. Our restaurants have donated more than $250,000 to different local charities groups over the past ten years.”

THE RAM - ABOUT THE MENU The Ram will focus on craft beers and specialty cocktails. Food will range from upscale pub wings to filet mignon.

Sneak Peek at the Menu: Home-made pirogies, Israeli Hummus, Fancy Tots, Korean Fried Chick, Porkchetta, specialty Pizzas,

and Flatbreads. The Rams own spin on burgers -The Ram Burger, Black Angus Patties with a variety of unique toppings.

Full Entrees: • Home-Made Crab Cakes • NY Strip Steaks • Sweet Chile Salmon • Beer Can Chicken • Prime Bone-In Pork Chops

There will be weekly seasonal and weekend specials. The Ram is committed to sourcing from local farmers and locally farmed ingredients

EARTH DAY 2020 - Saturday, April 25thThe focus of this year’s event will be on waste reduction – creating and generating less trash

and recycling. We’ll be taking a look at making sustainable and low-waste choices, creative upcycling, different options and resources for recycling certain items, composting as an alternative to trash, and more. Look forward to meeting a bunch of wonderful organizations and speakers working in this area.

Earth Day 2020 is on Wednesday April 22nd. We plan to celebrate in Perkasie Borough town center from 1pm-4pm on Saturday,

April 25th. We thank RE/MAX440 for hosting our Earth Day speakers and Shelly’s Design Center for hosting our outdoor exhibitors. We welcome donations to help us defray the costs of community programming. Local businesses and organizations are invited to contact the Borough’s Event Coordinator for more information about how to use our events for sponsorship and creative marketing benefits. 215-257-5065, events@perkasieborough.org For the full press release and up to date event information please follow the facebook event at: https://perkasieborough.org/our-events/earth-day/

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PARKS AND RECREATION PROGRAMMINGPARKS AND RECREATION PROGRAMMING2020 BCTA TENNIS IN PERKASIE BOROUGH

Register at www.buckscountytennis.usta.comADDITIONAL $3 ADMINISTRATIVE FEE PER PARTICIPANT FOR MAIL-IN REGISTRATION.

Learn, Practice & Play implements the games-based approach to teaching tennis

using age and skill appropriate equipment and methods-the fast and fun way to learn tennis and/or improve your game. Emphasis is on fun, fitness and play. Free loaner racquets are available. Group size is limited.

Location: Kulp Park Tennis Courts, 50 S 2nd Street, PerkasieREGISTRATION DEADLINES

SEASON 1: APRIL 4 • SEASON 2: MAY 23

It’s a sure shot with Perkasie Summer Basketball League!

Join us this summer for our competitive basketball league! We have been playing at Kulp Park off 2nd Street in Perkasie for over 15 years. The courts were resurfaced in 2018, and we are ready for another fun upcoming season! League play is open to Adults and Youth! Games begin in mid to late June and play throughout the summer on Monday through Thursday evenings. (Friday evenings and Saturday mornings are reserved for weather make ups) Will your team end up on top? Make it to the playoffs and see who will be the champs for 2020!

Registration is by team only! Forms are available at PerkasieRec.com (search: basketball). Only complete Team Registration Packets will be accepted: includes payment, individual forms, and team cover form. Packets can be mailed or dropped off to Perkasie Borough Hall, 620 West Chestnut Street, Perkasie. Or with credit card info, emailed to ParkandRec@PerkasieBorough.org. Registration deadline is Friday, May 8th

AVAILABLE LEAGUES, MINIMUM OF 7 PLAYERS, MAX OF 12: Grade is for 2020/21 school year Adults: Ages 18+; starting at $670 per team Youth: Girls - 5/6th grade; 7/8th grade; 9-12th grade; $570 per team Boys - 5/6th grade, 7/8th grade; 9-12th grade; $570 per team

Forms and registration information are available at PerkasieRec.com or email ParkandRec@PerkasieBorough.org with any questions today!

Perkasie’s Award Winning Farmers’ Market Opens Saturday, June 6thCome out every weekend to Perkasie’s award winning Market! We are located

on 7th street between Chestnut and Market Sts and the Market is open from 9:00 – 12:00 pm. The market offers a full range of Certified Locally Grown produce, eggs, cheese, meat, honey, breads, coffee, cookies and cakes, preserves, olive oil, sweet treats, flowers, plants, and more, as well as home-made craft items. Live music and a calendar of events make the market a fun weekly stop for families. Make sure to follow us on facebook and Instagram for weekly fun and themes, every Saturday is sure to be an event. Questions about the Perkasie Farmers Market can be directed to the Borough’s Event Coordinator at events@perkasieborough.org.

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ZUMBA!Get ready to workout by dance! This is a high-intensity dance fitness

class for all levels! There is a wide range of dance styles and fitness workout combinations throughout every class to accommodate all participants. Dance styles include salsa, merengue, soca, dembow, hip-hop, dance pop, and much more. Join us on Monday nights to burn calories and have fun! Session: Monday, April 13 – May 18, 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm #202006 Session: Monday, June 1 – July 6, 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm #202007 Instructor: Alycia McFarlin, Licensed ZIN™ Location: Perkasie Fire Hall, 100 North 5th Street Fee: $36

PICKLEBALL IN PERKASIE! Pickleball is a fun game that is played on a tennis court surface using a ping pong like paddle and

a plastic ball. Pickleball can be enjoyed by all ages together from children to 90+ year-olds. Pickleball has had a 650% increase in participation over the last six years. If you want to learn how to play this fun game, please sign up for clinics being offered this spring in Perkasie. All clinics taught by Perkasie resident, Kathy Ebbert, IPTPA certified Level 2 instructor & Ratings Specialist; 2019 Silver Medalist Chicago Open.

Schedules and pricing is available at PerkasieRec.com!

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REGISTRATION OPEN FOR MENLO AQUATIC CENTER!

Registration is now open for the 2020 Menlo Aquatics Center season! Memberships start at $88 and are based on a per person fee schedule.

Please visit www.PerkasieRec.com to register online today! Discounts available for ONLINE REGISTRATION ONLY: Use the code “5SAVE” and receive 5% off your membership until Wednesday, May 20th! (In-person registrations are not eligible for discounted savings)

Members can enjoy free fitness classes, Members Only Tuesdays, discounts on swim lessons, and more. Menlo guidebook is available at PerkasieRec.com. Grand Opening day is Monday, May 25th, 12:00 – 6:00pm. Think summer and see you soon!

If you are having difficulty registering, please contact the Parks and Recreation Department at ParkandRec@PerkasieBorough.org or call 215-257-5065. Thank you!

AMERICAN RED CROSS BABYSITTING COURSE (ages 11-15) This certification course provides participants with the confidence and skills to care for youngsters.

Prospective employers will be happy to hire babysitters who have acquired this official recognition. During the course you will develop a resume, practice interviewing, practice diaper changing, feeding, holding and caring for infants and children. Participants will also learn first aid, other life-saving skills and much, much more. Upon completion of the course, you will receive an ARC Certification Card that does NOT expire, an informational CD-rom, as well as child care concepts. You must attend the entire course, pass the evaluations, and show the maturity to properly care for children. Please bring a lunch, snack, note pad, and pencil. (participants must be 11 by the course date) Session: Sunday, April 26, 2020 - 9:00 am - 3:00 pm #201003 Instructor: Red Cross Certified Instructor Location: Perkasie Borough Hall, 620 W Chestnut Street Fee: $74

T-BIRDS T-BALL (ages 3-5)Players old and new learn the basics of

throwing, catching, fielding, batting, and base running, and then apply what they have learned in fun, non-competitive games. Sessions are one hour long, one day per week, and include all instruction and game play in one outing. (includes MLB hat, t-shirt and award)Session: Mondays, April 13 - May 18 #202017Time: 5:30 pm-6:30 pm and 6:30 pm-7:30 pm (players attend on a rotating schedule)Location: Kulp FieldFee: $80

JUNIOR ALL-STARS (ages 3-5)This five week Junior All Stars Sports Program provides

participants with a positive, age-appropriate introduction to a variety of sports. Sports offered include soccer, football, hockey, track & field, basketball and more in a fun learning environment. The program helps children to enjoy exercise and to see which sports they enjoy the most. It also helps build confidence and social skills to help prepare preschoolers for participation in more formal sports programs. (includes t-shirt and award)Session: Monday, June 15 - July 13, 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm #203177Session: Monday, June15 – July 13, 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm #203178Location: Kulp FieldFee: $70

“WHAT’S IT WORTH?” Perkasie Antiques Apprasail

Mike Ivankovich, Appraiser, Auctioneer, Author, Home Downsizing Expert and Host of the What’s It Worth Radio Show will introduce you to the concept of “Value”…and reveal what your Antiques, Collectibles, and Personal Treasures are really worth today. Each attendee is invited to bring in 1-2 items for Mike to appraise. Space is limited, pre-registration required!Session: Tuesday, April 21, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm #202003Instructor: Mike Ivankovich, AppraiserLocation: Perkasie Borough HallFee: $15

DOWNSIZING AND GETTING YOUR HOME

READY FOR SALEYou’ve spent a lifetime accumulating

antiques, collectibles, and other household content. Now you’re ready to downsize your home, what do you do with all the items you no longer want or need? This presentation will explain how to de-clutter and de-personalize your home while selling your excess personal stuff for the greatest amount in today’s rapidly changing market!Session: Tuesday, June 16, 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm #202004Instructor: Mike Ivankovich, AppraiserLocation: Perkasie Borough HallFee: $15

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UP AND BACK TO NYC! SATURDAY, MAY 9THJoin us for a day in New York City! The motor coach will leave

Perkasie (7th and Walnut Sts.) at 7:30am, arriving in mid-town Manhattan about 9:30am. The coach will depart for home at 7:00pm and arrive back in Perkasie approximately by 9:00 pm. The day is yours to plan! You can see a show, visit a museum, shop, sight see, go to a gallery - whatever you wish. Pre-registration is required - space is limited! Visit www.PerkasieRec.com to register.

New York City: Saturday, May 9, 7:30am – 9:00pm #202008

Fee: $39 per person

DOWN & BACK TO ATLANTIC CITY!Join us for a day in Atlantic City! The motor coach will leave

Perkasie (7th and Walnut Sts) at 9:00 am, arriving to AC about 11:30 am. The coach will depart from AC at 7:00 pm and arrive back home approximately by 9:30 pm. You can relax on the beach, walk the boards, gamble, shop until you drop, and enjoy some great food! Pre-registration is required, space is limited!

Atlantic City: Friday, June 5, 9:00 am – 9:30 pm #202009

Fee: $39 per person

EXPLORING ARCHERY (ages 5 – 17, 18+)Archery is a universal life-time sport, anyone can do it! Archery

helps build upper body & core strength along with balance & hand-eye coordination. Archery also develops strong problem solving skills, focus, determination & patience! Archers will learn to tune out distractions and concentrate on each shot while building confidence and self-esteem along the way. All equipment is provided. (5/13 saved for inclement weather make-up) AGES 5-17: Wednesday, April 1 – May 6, 5:00 – 6:00 pm #202010 AGES 18+: Wednesday, April 1 – May 6 6:00 – 7:00 pm #202011

Instructor: Shooting Star Archery AcademyLocation: Lenape Park, by the Ice Rink

Fee: $139

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Little Theater PerkasieLove theater? Never been onstage but want to try something new? These supportive one-

and-done classes are excellent for both the avid actor and creatively curious student. In each class, participants will be introduced to a specific topic in theater through fun, interactive games and activities. Each class is unique and self-contained, so students are welcome to select one or many!

Theater Game Sampler (grades K-5)Just what it sounds like! A class where we play a bunch of theater games, just for the fun of it!

SESSION: Mon, April 6, 4:30 – 6:00 pm #202018 LOCATION: Borough Hall FEE: $8

Storybook Theater (grades preK-1)This class takes a beloved children’s book and, with the help of theater magic, brings it to life!

SESSION: Mon, April 20, 4:30 – 5:30 pm #202019 LOCATION: Borough Hall FEE: $8

Brush Up Your Shakespeare (grades 5-12)Explore Shakespeare’s plays and language in this fun, activity-based class.

SESSION: Mon, May 4, 4:00 – 6:00 pm #202020 LOCATION: Borough Hall FEE: $10

Active Bystander Awareness for Youth (grades 6-12)This workshop gives youth an opportunity to explore ways to make positive change in the world,

especially in moments where they see acts of bullying or mistreatment. Theater is not just about performance--this is rehearsal for real life.

SESSION: Mon, Jun. 1, 6:00 - 9:00 pm #202021 LOCATION: Borough Hall FEE: $15

PARKS AND RECREATION PROGRAMMING PARKS AND RECREATION PROGRAMMING continued

Permits Required for Pavilion and Field RentalsThinking about having an event or party in one of the Perkasie Borough Parks? Make sure to secure your space with a

Permit! Permit requests are due no later than 45 days in advance and may require Council approval. Do not wait to secure your date – many popular weekend dates book up fast. Please stop by the Borough Hall to get your paperwork submitted. Permit forms are available on www.PerkasieRec.com or you can stop by Borough Hall during business hours. Questions? Email ParkandRec@PerkasieBorough.org, thank you.

Reminders for the Perkasie Park System • Parks are open from sunrise to sunset. • Sport fields in the parks are available by permit only. Persons who wish to use the pavilions and fields should apply for

permits through the Parks & Recreation Department • Facilities are available for special events, parties, family picnics and business gatherings, popular dates do fill quickly. Permits

are available online at www.PerkasieRec.com • Please do not feed the wildlife, especially the fox, deer, and geese • Solicitation by vendors is not permitted in any park • Motorized vehicles, including dirt bikes and ATVs are not permitted in Borough Parks • Cyclists must yield to pedestrians on all park trails • No smoking, alcohol, or illegal substances are permitted in the parks • No dumping. Leaves, trees, limbs, trimmings and other yard waste may be dropped off at the Borough Recycling Center the

first Saturday of the Month • Commemorative benches and tables honoring friends, family, pets and others are available for placement in any Borough

Park. For more information please visit www.PerkasieRec.com • Dogs must be on a leash. If you see a dog running loose, please call the Police • Pet owners are required to clean up after their animals, not only in Borough Parks, but on all public and private property

throughout the Borough or face the possibility of a fine • If you see vandalism, dumping, or other hazards in any Borough Park, please call the Police (Perkasie Police Dept: 215-257-6876).

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PERKASIE POLICE DEPARTMENT

311 S. 9th Street, Perkasie, PA 18944

(215) 257-6876

PERKASIE FIRE DEPARTMENT

100 North 5th Street, Perkasie, PA 18944

(215) 257-6950

PERKASIE BOROUGH PUBLIC WORKS

Phone (215) 257-6860

Fax (215) 257-2704

Email publicworks@perkasieborough.org

Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

PERKASIE BOROUGH ELECTRIC

Electric Department

Phone (215) 257-5065

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Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday, 7:00 AM – 3:30 PM

PERKASIE BOROUGH PARKS & RECREATION

Phone (215) 257-5065

Email Parkandrec@perkasieborough.org

Website www.PerkasieRec.com

Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PMPlease be sure to check www.PerkasieBorough.org

for holiday hours and schedule changes

2018 PERKASIE BOROUGH COUNCIL

James Ryder, President

James E. Purcell, Vice President

Matthew Aigeldinger

Scott Bomboy

Chuck Brooks

Aaron Clark

Randy Faulkner

Steven F. Pizzollo

Steven Rose

John D. Hollenbach, Mayor

BOROUGH STAFF

Andrea Coaxum, Borough Manager

Glenn Dickerson, Finance Director

Jeffrey Garton, Esq., Begley Carlin & Mandio, LLP, Borough Solicitor

Robert Schurr, Chief of Police

Tim Metzler, Fire Chief

Harold Stone, Electric Department Superintendent

Jeff Tulone, Public Works Superintendent

Megan Prusienski, Parks and Recreation Director

Gilmore & Associates, Borough Engineers

Judith Patton, Real Estate Tax Collector

Cheryleen Strothers, Emergency Management Coordinator

GENERAL INFORMATION AND BOROUGH DIRECTORY BOROUGH HALL

620 West Chestnut Street, Perkasie, PA 18944 (215) 257-5065 • Fax (215) 257-1080 • Website: www.PerkasieBorough.org

Hours of Operation: Monday-Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM Upcoming closures: November 28, 29; December 24, 25; January 1.

For agendas or schedule updates, please visit PerkasieBorough.org or email admin@PerkasieBorough.org

MEETING DATES

Borough Council 1st and 3rd Mondays, Borough Hall | 7:00pm

Perkasie Regional Authority 1st Monday and 3rd Tuesday, PRA | 6:30pm

Planning Commission 2nd and 4th Wednesday, Borough Hall | 7:00pm

Parks & Recreation Board 3rd Tuesday, Borough Hall | 7:00pm

PWTA 4th Monday, PWTA | 7:00pm

Zoning Hearing Board 4th Monday, Borough Hall | 7:30pm

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