Announcements and News

2019 Fall Clean Up/ Green Waste – October 16th and November 13th

Fall Clean Up – October 16th and November 13th

All items MUST be curbside by 6:00 am.

Only ONE collection sweep of the Township will be made (no return trips).

Clean Up is only for BRANCHES, STICKS, and TWIGS.  Only these items will be collected. Please DO NOT include root systems or sod of any kind.  Branches must be cut to 3 feet in length or shorter and be less than 6 inches in diameter.

Any unacceptable items will be left on the property and will be the owner’s responsibility to discard.

A yard waste bin will be available to Township residents each Saturday during the summer months of June, July and August between the hours of 8:00am and 12:00pm at the Recycling Center located at 3111 State Route 72, Jonestown.  Only the above mentioned items are acceptable.  Please be prepared to show proof of property address.  Any questions, please call the office at 717-865-4039.

UPDATE (7/8): Colonial Drive Overlay Project

Colonial Drive overlay project will be starting Wednesday, July 3rd with scratch/leveling/base repair. Due to the weather, the final overlay will be taking place on Tuesday, July 9th instead of Monday, July 8th.

We apologize for the scheduling changes.

Septic Tank Reminder

All septic tanks must be pumped on a four year cycle.  If you have any questions regarding when your septic tank needs pump or hauler information, please call the Township office at (717) 865-4039.  Thank you!

Oil/chip/scratch/leveling Work Began

The proposed oil/chip/scratch/leveling work began the week of June 10th, 2019.  This work will be taking place on North Silvertown Road, Hoover Drive, Maple Lane, Yingst Drive and Pinetree Lane.

New Culverts on Fort Swatara Road

New culverts were placed on Fort Swatara Road during the week of June 10th, 2019.  Work has NOT been completed as far as restoration to the pipe end and macadam.  This work will be completed within the next two weeks (weather permitting).  Thanks for your patience.

Greenpoint School Road Bridge Project

The Greenpoint School Road Bridge Project has begun; this project will last approximately 3 months.  The projected completion date is scheduled for the beginning/ middle of September (weather permitting).  Thanks for your patience.

2019 Spring Clean Up/ Green Waste – April 17th and May 15th

Spring Clean Up – April 17 and May 15

All items MUST be curbside by 6:00 am.

Only ONE collection sweep of the Township will be made (no return trips).

Clean Up is only for BRANCHES, STICKS, and TWIGS.  Only these items will be collected. Please DO NOT include root systems or sod of any kind.  Branches must be cut to 3 feet in length or shorter and be less than 6 inches in diameter.

Any unacceptable items will be left on the property and will be the owner’s responsibility to discard.

A yard waste bin will be available to Township residents each Saturday during the summer months of June, July and August between the hours of 8:00am and 12:00pm at the Recycling Center located at 3111 State Route 72, Jonestown.  Only the above mentioned items are acceptable.  Please be prepared to show proof of property address.  Any questions, please call the office at 717-865-4039.