To Whom It May Concern, In accordance with Chapter 10 Part 4 of the Township of Spring Codification of Ordinances, Ordinance 306 states that the yard waste collection facility is intended for Township of Spring residents only. Non-residents, Commercial landscapers, lawn mowing companies and similar entities shall be prohibited from using the Collection Facilities. Only …
Apr 14
EPA Encourages Only Flush Toilet Paper
EPA Press Office (press@epa.gov) WASHINGTON (March 30, 2020) — Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is encouraging all Americans to only flush toilet paper, not disinfecting wipes or other non-flushable items that should be disposed of in the trash. Flushing only toilet paper helps ensure that the toilets, plumbing, sewer systems and septic systems …
Oct 19
* * *IMPORTANT SEWER BILLING INFORMATION * * *
* * *IMPORTANT INFORMATION * * * The Township recently upgraded our utility billing software and enclosed this month you will find your new look sewer bill. Please take the time to review and familiarize yourself with the new bill format. If you utilize a third party bill pay or online bill pay service for …
May 18
Suburban Berks West Joint Comprehensive Plan Update
The Joint Planning Committee has recently completed the Final Draft of the Suburban Berks West Joint Comprehensive Plan. This group consists of representatives of the Township of Spring, the Boroughs of Sinking Spring, West Reading and Wyomissing, and the Wilson and Wyomissing Area School Districts. The current draft is an update to the original comprehensive …
Sep 25
“Let’s be #stormwatersmartPA”
Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection is working to raise stormwater awareness across the state with a variety of outreach efforts. We want Pennsylvanians informed of the pollution caused by stormwater runoff and steps they can take to reduce it. Be Stormwater Smart. Click to watch a short video from Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection .
Aug 01
Stormwater Pollution Plans
Under the Pennsylvania’s MS4 (Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems) Program, Spring Township must apply for renewal of its 5-year Stormwater Permit. The application must include plans showing how the Township proposes to reduce pollutants in impaired watercourses. These plans must be available for public inspection for a period of 30 days. The Township has several …
Oct 21
DEP Reminds Pennsylvanians to Maintain Home Heating Oil Tanks
Harrisburg, PA – On the first day of autumn, the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) encourages residents to take precautions before filling their home heating oil tanks. Poorly maintained or leaking home heating oil tanks can pose a fire risk, diminish indoor air quality, or contaminate groundwater. One in five Pennsylvania homes uses heating oil …
Oct 21
Western Berks Ambulance Service
Emergencies – Dial 9-1-1 Wheelchair or Non-Emergency Transportation – 610.678.1545 Ext. 6507 Information and Billing Questions – 610.678.1545 Ext. 6509 or 651 Did you know we not only respond to emergency calls, but we also offer medically-necessary Inter-facility and Long Distance Transports? Wheelchair Van Transports – We also have 4 wheelchair vans so we can …
Jun 16
Vision Statement
VISION: The Township of Spring will follow standard principles of fiscal management and judicious land use to promote a vibrant community and economy. Through a people focused approach, the Township will manage its resources in order to maintain its infrastructure and provide services at the level to which our residents have become accustomed. The Township …