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Borough Hall, 5 N Main St, Coopersburg PA 18036 (610) 282-3307 (phone)

News

2008:

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Deciding the Future of Southern Lehigh Public Library - Public Forum

Tuesday, July 29, 2008 at 7 P.M.

You're invited...

What direction would you like to see the library take in the next 3-5 years?  Your thoughts and ideas are important!

Join us!

- Southern Lehigh Public Library, 3200 Preston Lane, Center Valley, PA 18034
www.solehipl.org

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(Posted July 25, 2008)

Southern Lehigh School District's 2008 School Real Estate Tax Bills

The Southern Lehigh School District's 2008 School Real Estate Tax Bills were mailed around 7/1/08.  Property owners that did not receive their bill should contact our Tax Collector, Susan Gibbs, at 610-282-1266.  Please note that failure to receive the bill does not entitle the property owner to a discount or remission of penalty on taxes.

Southern Lehigh School District's real estate tax payments are due between
September 1 and October 31 of each year. 
- A 2% discount for early payment is applied to net payments paid by August 31. 
- A 10% penalty for late payments is applied to payments made after October.

Answers to Frequently Asked Questions about local taxes are posted on the FAQs page under the Budget & Taxes section.

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(Posted July 10, 2008)

Lehigh County Citizens' Police Academy

The first ever Lehigh County Citizens' Police Academy is set in motion.  The date for the first class in the 8-week course is September 23, 2008. 
 
Each week, there will be a different topic to specialize in all aspects of police work and how citizens can become familiar with protecting their borough or community.  This can only be achieved by the residents of Lehigh County supporting this effort.
 
Click here for the application and complete details on the Lehigh County's website.

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(Posted July 9, 2008)

Seeking Southern Lehigh Public Library Representative

Coopersburg is looking for a resident to serve on the board of the Southern Lehigh Public Library as Coopersburg's representative.

Interest parties should contact the Borough Manager at 610-282-3307.

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(Posted June 12, 2008)

2008 Coopersburg 5K Run Results

Jennifer

Special thanks to Jennifer Wescoe-Schaninger (below) for organizing the Coopersburg Business Revitalization Program's 2nd Annual Coopersburg 5K Run.  With 307 runners registered and 291 runners crossing the finish line on May 24, 2008, over $2,400.00 was raised for the regional Make-A-Wish Foundation.  Thanks again to all who participated!

Jennifer

Click here for the official race results (335 KB)

Mark your calendars for the 2009 Coopersburg 5K!  The 3rd annual race is tentatively scheduled for Memorial Day weekend on Saturday, May 23, 2009, at 8 A.M.

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(Posted May 25, 2008, Updated July 10, 2008)

Interim Borough Manager Appointment

The Borough of Coopersburg is pleased to announce the appointment of Dawn Sadimas as interim Borough Manager and Borough Secretary, effective May 13, 2008.

Dawn has been with the Borough since 2006 and has an extensive background in municipal affairs (including managing Moore Township and Upper Nazareth Township).  She has a strong working knowledge of Coopersburg's programs and departments.

Please join us in wishing Dawn a smooth and successful transition.

- Coopersburg Borough Council

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(Posted May 13, 2008)

Corps of Emergency Management Volunteers

Borough Council is seeking a group of citizens to form a corps of volunteers to help in the event of a major catastrophe or disaster in the borough. 

The corps will work with and become part of our emergency management team.  Training will be provided by both our local emergency management director and the Lehigh County emergency management agency.  We are also seeking one or two individuals to become assistants to our emergency management director, Officer Jeffery Tapler. 

We are excited about forming this very important volunteer team.  Interested parties should call our borough office at 610-282-3307.  Thank you in advance for your interest.

Dennis M. Balascak
Coopersburg Borough Council President

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(Posted April 30, 2008)

Lehigh County Household Hazardous Waste Drop-off (2008)

Hazardous materials can be properly disposed of at one of Lehigh County's household hazardous waste collection events in 2008 on May 31, 2008 and October 11, 2008, from 8:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M.  APPOINTMENTS ARE REQUIRED.  Call 610-799-4177 x229 or click here for the Lehigh County link to schedule an appointment.

Location:

    Lehigh County Authority Wastewater Pretreatment Plant
    7676 Industrial Blvd
    Allentown, PA 18106

Items accepted:

• Oil-based paints  • Fluorescent tubes
• Paint thinner • Roof tar
• Turpentine • Driveway sealer
• Stains • Pool/spa chemicals
• Varnishes • Photo chemicals
• Batteries • Insecticides
• Gasoline • Pesticides
• Gasoline/Oil mixtures • Weed killers
• Kerosene • Fertilizers
• Mercury • Glue
• Thermometers • Adhesives

Items not accepted:

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(Posted April 14, 2008)

Oxford Street Reconstruction Meeting - April 21, 2008

Dear Residents of Oxford Street:

As you know, the Borough will be reconstructing Oxford Street between 4th St. and N. Main St.  We are notifying you of an informational meeting to discuss the
reconstruction, time schedules, the replacement of curb and sidewalks and answer any questions you might have.

The meeting will take place at 7:00 P.M. in Borough Hall on Monday, April 21, 2008. Please plan on attending this important meeting.

Please call me at the Borough offices if you have any questions about this matter.

Daniel Stonehouse
Borough Manager
Coopersburg Borough
610-282-3307

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(Posted April 11, 2008)

Coopersburg Fire Company Carnival Schedule

Rides, Food, Games, and Music — May 28-31, 2008

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(Posted April 4, 2008)

Free Clean Fill

The Borough will be offering clean fill for anyone who desires it this construction season.  The minimum amount of ill is 25 cubic yards or 5 truck loads.  The Borough will deliver to the site and takes no responsibility for any damage done to properties with the delivery of the fill.  Call Dennis Nace with any questions at 610-282-3958.

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(Posted March 14, 2008)

Municipal Authority Part-Time Secretary Opening

The Coopersburg Municipal Authority is seeking a part-time secretary to take and transcribe meeting minutes and set up agendas for their monthly meetings.  The position will take approximately 2-3 hours per month and a small stipend is provided.  All equipment and training is provided.  For more information call 610-282-3307.

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(Posted March 14, 2008)

Drop-off Composting Site Hours

Starting on April 5th, the composting material drop-off site, located at the Maintenance Garage at 422 Charles Street, is open.

Saturday hours: 8 A.M. - noon
Weekday hours: 7 A.M. - 3 P.M. (Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday)
  7 A.M. - 7 P.M. (Wednesday)

Contractors may not use the site for disposal of yard waste. 

Wood chip mulch is also available to Borough residents free of charge.  It is not available for contractors.

Finely ground compost for gardens or flower beds is also available for residents of the Borough.  Residents may also dispose of yard waste including grass clippings and tree limbs at the yard.

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(Posted March 12, 2008)

Coopersburg Senior Community Center - March 2008 programs

538 Thomas Street, Coopersburg, PA 18036, 610-282-2330

No reservations needed for these programs.

Thursday, March 13, 2008 - 10:30 A.M. - "Eating for Your Health"
Len Frenkel, well-known speaker in the Lehigh Valley, will explain how some of the eating choices we  make contribute to the chronic diseases of heart, diabetes
and some forms of cancer.
 
Thursday, March 27, 2008 - 10:45 A.M. - "Emergency Preparedness: What We Can Do To Save Our Lives" 
Disasters can strike quickly and without warning!  Learn to protect yourself and to cope with disaster by planning ahead.

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(Posted March 7, 2008)

2008 2nd Annual Coopersburg 5K Run and Kids Fun Run

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2008 5K logo

The Coopersburg Business Revitalization Program's 2nd Annual Coopersburg 5K Run is scheduled for May 24, 2008 at 8 A.M.  The Kids Fun Run starts at 8:05 A.M.

The Liberty Bell Elementary School PTA's Wellness Committee is having their Kids Fun Run immediately following the start of the 5K Run.  Grades K-2 will be running at 8:05 A.M., beginning at the 5K Run starting line and ending at Coopersburg Borough Hall.  It will be an (approximately) 800 meter dash and all participants will be awarded small medallions.  Liberty Bell Elementary School grades 3-5 will be training in their PE class to run the 5K race.  All participants will register with the 5K Run but will specify if the student will be running the Kids Fun Run.

Sports photography services will be available. 

Health and Wellness Expo will be held simultaneously. 

Race registration will be from March 3, 2008 through May 22, 2008. 

Please click here for complete details (including registration forms) on the Coopersburg Business Revitalization Program's site.

Please contact Jennifer Wescoe-Schaninger at 484-553-6340 for additional information.

Please see Page 5 of the Spring 2008 Gazette on the Newsletters page for more details.

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(Posted October 15, 2007; Updated May 26, 2008)

Boy Scouts - Florida Sea Base Camp Fundraiser

Boy Scouts 364

Please help support Troop 364 (Coopersburg) Boy Scouts, who will be attending Florida’s National High Adventure Sea Base Camp in July of 2008! 

The Florida Sea Base is the only facility of its kind in the world and is a jewel in the crown of Scouting's finest programs.  Enjoy a meal or ice cream (eat in or take out) at Friendly’s and help support local Boy Scouts make this once in a lifetime trip. 

Come to Friendly’s, Quakertown
Quakertown Plaza Shopping Center (Rt. 309)
On Monday, February 18, 2008
Between 5:00 P.M. and 8:00 P.M.

Troop 364 will receive a donation of 10% from your bill to help defray the cost of a worthy and educational trip for young boys to further their leadership skills.

Thanks for your support!

Troop 364, Coopersburg
On My Honor – Timeless Values

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(Posted February 11, 2008)

Borough Scholarships Available

The PA State Association of Boroughs is sponsoring a $1,000 scholarship to any Borough resident who will be a freshman at an accredited College, University or School which offers a two (2) or a four (4) year degree/certificate program. This Robert C. Edwards Scholarship is for the first year (Freshman) at the College, University or School. 

Scholarship payments are paid directly to the College, University or School in which the applicant is enrolled. 

The deadline for submissions of the applications is May 2, 2008.

Applications for this scholarship are available at Borough Hall, or click here for the cover letter (700 KB) and click here for the application (747 KB). 

Call the Borough Hall at 610-282-3307 with any questions. 


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(Posted February 6, 2008)