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Welcome to Pottstown, Pennsylvania
Pottstown Borough Hall
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Borough Hall
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BOROUGH BUSINESS

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The Borough Spring Newsletter is now available HERE (PDF 6mb)
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The parliamentary authority for the Borough Council shall govern procedure in the meetings of Council, except where otherwise provided in the law, in the by-laws of Council, and in these rules.
> Read the Rules <
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Attention Residents! The Borough has amended a number of fees for 2008.

See the additional 2008 fee resolution changes.

You can view all of the Borough Ordinances and the Fee Schedule by visiting the Ordinances Page.

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The Borough of Pottstown has a seven year Economic Development Strategic Plan.  The plan provides a balanced program of projects and initiatives to guide community revitalization efforts in the Borough. 
->Learn more<-
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PARKS & REC PROGRAMS
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The Pottstown Parks & Recreation department has many youth programs available.

You can still join for February and March classes that include:

  • Beginner Gymnastics
  • Intermediate Gymnastics
  • Advanced Gymnastics
  • Making Natural Bird Feeders

Review these youth activities by visiting the Parks & Recreation Pages.
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Adult Programs are also available through the Pottstown Parks and Recreation Department.

A number of courses are still available such as:

  • Learn how to make Ukrainian Easter Eggs
  • Military Campaigns of the Civil War
  • Scrap booking
  • GPS for Mariners
  • America Boating Skills

Adult activity programs are available on the Parks & Recreation Pages.
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For those who have not finished high school and would like to obtain their GED can do so through the Borough.

Learn More >>
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LIBRARY SPRING PROGRAMS
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Children’s Storytime Programs are Monday & Thursday mornings beginning March 17.

April Family Reading Month

Children read with family members or friends 20 minutes per day for at least 20 days.
Prizes are awarded.
Registration is April 1 - 11.

Family Storytime Workshop
Saturday April 19, 10:30 - 11:30

For families with children ages 3-6 to present ideas for enhancing shared reading experiences. Families will receive a book to take home.

Parent/Child Workshop Wednesdays May 14 - June 4, 10:00 -11:15 a.m.

A free 5-week series involving toddlers and their parents and caregivers; features local professionals who serve
as resources for parents. Funded by a grant from the Pottstown Area Health & Wellness Foundation.

Youth Chess Club – A beginners group meets on alternate Saturdays at 1:00 to learn and play.
TSL – Teen council meets alternate Wednesdays at 4:00 for planning and snacks.

Adult Programs

Monthly morning and evening book discussion groups, weekly Tai Chi class, and two knitting groups meet regularly.
Please contact the library for dates and times.

Back Door Book Sale
Friday 9 - 5:30 & Saturday 9 - 2
March 28 - 29 and May 16 -17.

Used book sale by Friends of the Library.
Visit the library at 500 High Street, online at ppl.mclinc.org, or call 610-970-6551 for more information.
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UPCOMMING ACTIVITES
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8th Annual WWII Swing Dance - April 11

Spring Community Flea Market/Yard Sale (April 19)

PPOA Annual Youth Fishing Derby - May 3

10th Annual Schuylkill River Sojourn
(June 7 - 13)

SAT PREP/TEST-TAKING SKILLS
SESSION II
April 14, 17, 21, 24, 28, May 1

SAT PREP/TEST-TAKING SKILLS
SESSION III
May 15, 19, 22, 29, 28, June 2, 5

 
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BOROUGH NOTICES
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Notice
PUBLIC NOTICE
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The Montgomery County Health Department is issuing a PUBLIC ADVISORY

Deer ticks are currently infesting the parks and this puts residents at risk for Lyme Disease.

Learn how to protect yourself, CLICK HERE.
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Notice
NOTICE
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Pottstown Water System
Customers Hydrant Flushing

Spring daytime flushing of the Public
Water System will begin Monday,
April 21, 2008 and is expected to last 5 weeks.

Flushing will be done between the hours
of 8:30 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.

If water appears brown or rust colored, run the cold water for a few minutes until it is clear.

Questions, contact Public Works at
610-970-6527.
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FREE FIRST SATURDAY!
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May 3rd
Pottsgrove Manor will have their Colonial May fair from 11-4
Music on the River at Riverfront Park 2-5pm
Car Show begins at 5pm-9pm
Artist Demonstration/Raffle - Gallery 5-8pm

June 7th
Music will be at Smith Plaza from 2-5pm
5-9 Classic Car Show

July 5th
Music on the River 2-5, Riverfront Park
5-9 Classic Car Show
Artist Reception at Gallery 6-8pm Student Faculty Exhibit

August 2nd
Music on the River 2-5, Riverfront Park
5-9 Classic Car Show
Artist Reception at Gallery 6-8pm Summer Member Exhibit

September 6th
Music on the River 2-5, Riverfront Park
5-9 Classic Car Show
Artist Reception at Gallery 6-8pm - Fall Student Faculty Exhibit
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NEW - HOME OWNER INITIATIVE
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The Borough of Pottstown has streamlined procedures in the Home Owner Initiative Program.

The re-development district boundaries have been changed, this could be a benefit to residents in the district to those considering moving into the area.

The Borough is finishing the Strategic Plan for the upcoming years which will bring exciting changes to our area, so stay tuned. Click here for details.

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ADDITIONAL ITEMS OF INTEREST
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Some day all babies will be born healthy but we will have to walk to get there.

Join the March of Dimes MARCH FOR BABIES on April 27th starting at Memorial Park.

Learn more about the walk and sponsorship, CLICK HERE.
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Schuylkill River Trail
The Perkiomen Trail was developed as a multi-use public trail for walkers, joggers, bicyclists, cross-country skiers, and equestrians.

You can view the River Trail Map from Birdsboro to Pottstown and from Reading to Gibraltar by clicking here.

Detailed information and photographs about the entire trail project can be found at the Schuylkill River Website.

For information about the Montgomery County section of the Schuylkill River trails click here.
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May 10th - A Night of Doo Wop and Blue Eyed Soul featuring:
The Fabulous Duprees AND The Magnificent Men with Class Act featuring Rita Kid Kyle! > Details <
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ADDITIONAL SERVICES
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SENIORS 65 & OLDER RIDE
PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION FREE ALL DAY!Click here to learn More (PDF)
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Did you know the Pottstown Parks and Recreation Department can throw a theme party for residents? There is no need to call an expensive party planner! More Information >>
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Are you aware that the Borough of Pottstown has a Human Relations Commission? It is a nine-member team of volunteers appointed by the Mayor and confirmed by the Borough Council of Pottstown.  The diverse team serves to improve the quality of human relations within the Borough of Pottstown. More information.>>

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Montgomery County will again be running the household hazardous waste and computer collection program from April thru August.
More information.>>

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Borough Hall
 100 E. High Street
 Pottstown, PA 19464-9525 P:610-970-6500
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