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April 2015
Spring Newsletter
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Thank you to all who kept their sidewalks cleared of snow and ice during this past winter season.
Street Sweeping April 13, 2015 – Please sweep the stones and debris from your sidewalk before
the sweeper passes and kindly park off of the street that day. Thanks for your help.
Borough-Wide Community Yard Sale - April 16, 17 & 18, 2015
Primary Election -Tuesday, May 19, 2015 - Fire Hall - 65 W. George Street
New Salem’s Restaurant Week, August 3 – 10, 2015 - Check website for details in July.
New Salem’s Night Out, August 4, 2015 6 pm to 9 pm
BUILDING PERMITS
Many residents will be making plans for spring
and summer projects. Most of these projects will
require some type of permit. These permits are
for safety and to insure proper set backs so as
not to infringe on your neighbors. The best thing
to do if you are planning any type of project that
involves a repair, replacement, addition or
alteration is to call the Borough Zoning Officer
Wayne Smith (717) 225-0650 and discuss the
scope of your project. An early phone call can
make the process run more smoothly.
WEST NILE VIRUS
You can help reduce the number of
mosquitoes
around
your
home
and
neighborhood by eliminating standing water in
which mosquitoes can breed.
During the mosquito season the county
routinely covers areas of the Borough
performing surveillance and control. Additional
information
is
available
at
www.westnile.state.pa.us or by calling the York
County West Nile Virus Program - York County
at (717) 840-2375.
E-cycling (electronic waste)
The York County Solid Waste and Refuse
Authority continues to accept electronic devices
for FREE on the 3rd Saturday of each month
from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the yard waste transfer
site located off of Flour Mill Road in Manchester
Township. For more information, call (717) 8451066 or www.ycswa.org.
NEW SALEM’S NIGHT OUT
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
The event is being organized in an effort to
heighten awareness and enhance community
relations. It's America's Night Out Against Crime!
This event is for all Borough residents and their
families and will be held at the Borough
Municipal Building (80 Water St).
 Meet some of the West Manchester Police
and our New Salem Volunteer Fire
Company Members.
 Expect an entertaining evening of games
and picnic style food. .
 Enter to win free drawings for communityrelated certificates and prizes.
 Bring your flashlights, the evening’s
festivities will end with a flashlight parade!
 Traditional “lights on” campaign and
symbolic front porch vigil.
 More fun details to follow! Check the
Borough website for updated information.
We are early in the planning stage and welcome
your ideas. We are also looking for residents to
volunteer their help with games. If interested
please contact Sue Barley at (717) 324-9510.
New Salem Information
For information check the Borough website
www.newsalemborough.com
Telephone # (717) 792-1261
email:
[email protected]
To receive newsletter and alerts via e-mail,
please subscribe at
www.newsalemborough.com
Frequently Asked Questions*
1. Am I responsible for clearing grass and
weeds growing in my sidewalk and
between the sidewalk and the street?
Yes. It is your responsibility.
2. When is open burning allowed in the
Borough?
Open burning is allowed in New Salem
Borough only on the second Saturday of
each month between the hours of 7:00
a.m. and 5:00 p.m.
3. May I have flock of backyard chickens if I
live in the Borough?
The keeping of chickens is NOT allowed
in the Borough without a special zoning
permit.
4. Are there certain items that should not be
placed in the sewer system?
Yes. Only biodegradable items should be
placed into the sewer system. Non
biodegradable (solid) items such as rags,
disposable wipes, paper towels, shop
towels, dental floss, feminine hygiene
products, and latex products should not
be placed in the sewer system. Please
dispose of all non-biodegradable items in
your trash, not your toilet. Grease, oil,
and chemicals of any sort (including
prescription drugs) should not find their
way into the sewer system.
5. Must I replace broken or missing clean
out caps?
Yes.
6. Would I be responsible for repairs to the
sewer main due to damage from my open
pipe?
Yes, missing or broken clean-out caps
can result in an open pipe on your
property that would allow storm water as
well as possible debris and other items to
enter the sewer line, perhaps leading to
damage, blockages and back-ups.
* For Further Information please check the
Borough Code Section on the New Salem
Borough Website or call Wayne Smith (717)
225-0650
MAYOR’S CORNER
Hello Residents of NSB,
It has been a long, difficult
winter, but spring is on the way.
Very soon we will be outdoors
planting flowerbeds, spreading
mulch, trimming hedges and yes;
cutting grass. I, for one, am anxiously awaiting
the bursts of color and fresh fruits and
vegetables that will fill our neighborhoods and
homes.
Thank God for the warm days ahead and
summer vacations.
I want to thank you for your unending
support of our community. It was a delight to be
invited to your homes to discuss matters of
importance to NSB.
I would like to take this opportunity to alert
you concerning a very present danger in York
County: drugs.
Drugs, not only exist in Pennsylvania cities, but
also have a very strong presence in our rural
areas. Please note the following statistics:
In 2013 there were 57 fatal overdoses, 17 of
which were from Heroin.
In 2014 there were 110 fatal overdoses, 62 of
which were from Heroin. This is an obvious and
alarming increase!
Additionally, please be aware of the risks
prescription drugs present for our youth. It is
vital to keep these drugs out of reach, and even
sight of them. Education at home as well as in
our schools is imperative!
For more information please contact our
West Manchester Police Department at (717)
792-9514. They have a variety of helpful
pamphlets and other educational materials
available on this subject.
In conclusion, our Lions Club (717) 792-2367
and local Fire Department (717) 792-0634 are in
need of volunteers. Please consider either or
both of these most rewarding positions in NSB.
Also our local businesses continue to thank you
for your patronage!
Have a wonderful spring and summer.
God Bless,
Sincerely,
Mayor Grace Angotti, DDS (717) 792-3158
Windy Hill on the Campus is a drop-in activity
center for adults age 60 and older. The center is
open Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m., and
offers a wide range of activities including
educational and fitness classes, social
programs, and a fitness room. The center is
located on the Spring Grove Area School District
campus in the former middle school building at
1472 Roth's Church Road. In addition, a hot
meal is served at noon each day for a donation.
There is no membership fee to join Windy Hill,
and RabbitTransit provides door-to-door bus
transportation at no charge for those older than
65. For more information, contact the center at
717-225-0733
or
the
website
at
www.WindyHillontheCampus.org.
From Recent Borough Council Meetings:
 Ordinance #3-2014 setting the Real
Estate Tax Rate at .85 mils. That rate has
not changed since it was set first the
2010 Tax Year.
 Ordinance # 4-2014 appointing an
independent auditor for the Borough of
New Salem.
 Ordinance
#5-2014
authorizing
Agreement with Spring Grove Borough
for Sewer Maintenance Services to New
Salem Borough.
 Ordinance
#6-2014
authorizing
Agreement with Spring Grove Borough to
provide Zoning Officer and Codes
Enforcement Officer to New Salem
Borough.
 Hersh Concepts’ bid was accepted to
provide snow plowing services for the
winter season.
 Council set an administration fee at
$35.00 to be invoiced in addition to costs
when the
Borough provides snow
removal services for snow covered
sidewalks to remedy a delinquent
situation.
PRIMARY ELECTIONS
Please vote in the
Primary Election on
Tuesday, May 19, 2015 at
the York New Salem Fire
Company, 65 E George St.
You can write-in the names
of persons to serve in any
position. To be eligible to serve,
person must be a registered voter of the
Borough and have resided in the Borough
continuously for at least one year immediately
before the person’s election to office. You can
view the specimen ballot for New Salem
Borough two to three weeks before the Election
www.yorkcountypa.govat
There are three Council Seats on the
ballot. You may vote for three Republican and
three Democrats to be on the November Ballot.
R - Joseph Shubert - Incumbent
R - Vicki Rohrbaugh - Incumbent
R - Peter Partridge
R - Keith Bortner
D - Monica Kemp
Constable
R – Carl Barley – Incumbent
York County CASA Volunteer Advocates
Give a Voice to Children in Need
York County Court Appointed Special Advocates
for Children is a member of the national CASA
association.
CASA volunteers are regular
citizens, appointed by the courts, who have
been trained to advocate for neglected and
abused children in the foster care and family
court systems. Volunteers are trained to assure
the rights and needs of these children are at the
forefront of decisions that are being made by
judges and lawyers and family members. With
the help of a CASA volunteer, a child is half as
likely to languish in foster care, and that much
more likely to find a safe and permanent home.
To help lift the voice of a child in need, please
contact the York County CASA office for more
information at 717-771-9754 or via email at
[email protected].
NEW SALEM’S NIGHT OUT
Who:
All borough residents and businesses are invited
What:
New Salem Borough is hosting a Night Out evening. The free event is
being organized in an effort to heighten awareness and enhance
community relations. It's America's Night Out Against Crime!
Remember to turn on your porch or door light.
Where:
New Salem Borough Municipal Building, 80 Water Street
When: Tuesday, August 4, 2015, 6 pm – 9 pm
(Rain Date, Wednesday, August 12, 2015, 6pm – 9pm)
Check www.newsalemborough.com or call 792-2156 for cancellation information
Plans include booths sponsored by many Local Organizations.
There will be free food, face painting, a one-man band and children’s games. Door prize
drawings for gifts from area businesses. Fun for all ages!
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Parking along Friar Road
Walking path to the Municipal Building is available for this special event.
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Parking in the Municipal Building field via Water Street.
No Parking along Water Street as it is very narrow.
Please use caution as two-way traffic on Water Street takes cooperation.
We look forward to seeing our community join together for a fun evening!
Sue Barley, Chair of New Salem’s Night Out Committee
Sponsors are needed for food, activities and door prize drawings.