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NOTICE – CHANGE IN ELECTION POLLING SITE

The Pennsylvania State primary election has been moved to Tuesday, June 2.  Registered voters who have signed up for either a mail-in or absentee ballot do not need to file new applications despite the change in the primary election date.  Per Chester County Voter Services, due to a lack of poll workers, the polling places for West Sadsbury Township has been combined with Sadsbury North and Sadsbury South at:

POMEROY/KEYSTONE VALLEY FIREHOUSE
1918 VALLEY ROAD or 4 BELEVEDERE AVENUE
POMEROY, PA 19367

Chester County is providing the maximum level of personal protection equipment for every precinct, to ensure the safety of both poll workers and the members of the public who are exercising their right to vote. The personal protection equipment includes masks, gloves and sanitation kits for poll workers, procedures to maintain social distancing while signing-in and while voting, and Plexiglas shields to protect both workers and voters.

The change is at the directive of Chester County Voter Services due to a lack of poll workers for West Sadsbury Township.

There are no horse tie-up facilities at the facility and parking is limited – so please allow for extra time to vote.

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MAIL-IN BALLOTS

Voters have the option to vote by mail-in ballot rather than going to their polling place on election day. Mail-in ballot applications will be accepted through Tuesday, May 26, 2020. If a voter has already applied for an absentee or mail-in ballot, they do NOT need to reapply.

For more information, CLICK HERE.

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NOTICE

The May 26 West Sadsbury Township Board of Supervisors Work Session and Planning Commission Meeting are currently stated to be held.  However, the meetings will be limited to 10 parties (including the boards, police rep, township engineer, etc.) due to social distancing guidelines.  Recordings of the meetings will be posted on the township website ASAP following the meetings.  Questions regarding township business that residents desire to have answered can be dropped off in sealed envelopes in a box inside the door of the township building by Monday, May 25.   The township building is open M-F from 9-4:00 p.m.

May 26 Work Session Agenda (PDF)

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The West Sadsbury Township Board of Supervisors held their regular meeting on May 12.  An audio file of the meeting will be posted when available.

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NOTICE

Bulk Trash Day has been cancelled.

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NOTICE

The West Sadsbury Township playground, gazebos & softball fields are closed due to the Coronavirus until further notice.  All payments for use of the fields and gazebos will be refunded for time that the facilities are closed.

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NOTICE

The West Sadsbury Township building is closed to the public effective Friday, March 20, due to the Coronavirus.  The township apologizes for this inconvenience.  Plans that need to be dropped off should be done by calling the office and setting up an appointment time.  The office will continue to be staffed Monday-to-Thursday from 9:00 a.m.-to-4:30 p.m. and can be contacted via phone (610-857-5969) or email (wsadstwp@comcast.net).  All police coverage will continue as normal

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NOTICE

The hearing at the Chester County Courthouse in West Chester on Monday, March 16, for the appointment of a Supervisor is continued indefinitely per directive of the Honorable Judge Griffith.  There will be no hearing on March 16.

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NOTICE

The 2020 Township Budget is available. CLICK HERE for the budget

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NOTICE

As of  July 1, 2018, a permit is required to pave any driveway in West Sadsbury Township. Inspections will be carried out prior to paving and after the job is complete to insure that it was correctly installed per township specifications.  Contact the township office for additional information.

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 Recycling Economics Alert

Please wash the non-paper materials you recycle. Only recycle the items on the Recycle Right Flyer which can be found under the Recycling tab. CONTAMINATION is the issue. When recyclables are clean and separated from trash correctly, there is a market for those items. Only the items shown on the flyer can be recycled. The cost of recycling has risen dramatically and will affect your bottom line.  WHEN IN DOUBT, THROW IT OUT !

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Volunteer Firefighter And Ambulance Services Crisis

How to Become a Volunteer at Your Local Fire Station

Fire stations across Chester County are in need of volunteers like you who are ready to help save lives and protect property right in their own backyard. That’s why last year the Chester County Fire Chiefs Association launched HelpFightFire.com to help make it easy to understand the many volunteer opportunities available. Plus there’s a volunteer inquiry form you can fill out that will allow members of your local fire station to contact you about your interest in becoming a volunteer and answer any questions you may have.

There are several ways to serve your local station, with open positions that will perfectly match your talents:

Firefighters: As a volunteer firefighter, you’ll learn skills like how to advance a hose line, perform search-and-rescue operations, and position ladders strategically. We’ll give you the training and equipment needed to stay safe at no cost to you.

EMTs: Our volunteer EMTs help save lives by transporting the sick and injured to the hospital. You’ll be there to respond to specialized calls like auto accidents, carbon monoxide alarms and other rescue calls. Again, the training and equipment will be provided for free.

Fire Police: Help keep an emergency situation safe by directing traffic and crowds and providing general assistance to other first responders.

Junior Firefighters: Teens at least 14 years old can gain experience around a fire house as a junior firefighter. You’ll lend a hand and begin fire training that will prepare you to become a full member at 18 years old. Volunteering as a junior firefighter is also a great way to secure community service hours and looks great on a college resume.

Administrative Volunteers: Non-emergency volunteers can also play a huge role. They help teach fire safety, assist in fundraising events, help with bookkeeping, human resources, website maintenance and other responsibilities. Whatever your skill set, we can use it!

By joining our team, you’ll help make us stronger and your community safer. So what are you waiting for? Go to HelpFightFire.com. Volunteer today. Chester County lives depend on it.

Chester County Brochure

Ambulance and EMS Crisis

Click on above links for information on the crisis facing local Fire, Ambulance, and EMS services.

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Chester County Conservation District Newsletter

The Back 40-Spring Summer 2019