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Council Meeting May 14, 2013

The Council Packet for the May 14, 2013 Chalfont Borough Council Meeting is now available on this website.

May Council Meeting Agenda

The May 14, 2013 Council Meeting Agenda has been posted on this website.

Forest Park Transmission Main Extension Project

The Forest Park Transmission Main Extension Project is a joint project between the Forest Park Water Treatment Plant, North Wales Water Authority, North Penn Water Authority, and Bucks County Water and Sewer Authority. Over 20...

Bucks Co Civil War Museum Event

Doylestown Visit of President Lincoln! Calling All Volunteers Come to the Civil War Rally for fun, food, and entertainment for the whole family! Join in a Re-creation of the 1864 "Call for Volunteers" and hear...

Turkey Hoagie Sale

Chalfont Fire Company Auxiliary Turkey Hoagies Sale Saturday May 18 Chalfont Fire House, 301 North Main Street 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM or until sold out $5.50 each Questions or advanced orders 215-822-2251.

May Planning Commission Meeting

The Planning Commission Meeting Agenda for May 6, 2013 , has been posted.

Seeking Junior Council Volunteers

Chalfont Borough will be accepting applications for Junior Councilperson and Chalfont Borough Youth Committee. The terms will run from July 2013 to June 2014. Applicants must be Chalfont Borough residents, and should complete a Junior...

Aqua PA Replacing Water Main on Butler Avenue

Beginning May 13 2013, Aqua PA will be replacing the water main on Butler Avenue between Moyer Road in Chalfont and Carousel Circle in New Britain. The road will remain open to through traffic but...

Revised 4-23-13 Council Meeting Agenda Posted

The Revised Council Agenda for 4-23-13 has been posted.

Chalfont Borough is now on Twitter!

Chalfont Borough is now on Twitter! Follow us at “ChalfontBoro” for up to the minute news and events.

April HARB Meeting Cancelled

The April 22 meeting of the Chalfont Historic Architectural Review Board has been cancelled. There is no new business at this time.

Council Agenda for April 23, 2013 Has Been Posted

The Agenda for the April 23, 2013 Borough Council Meeting has been posted to this site.

Council Meeting Scheduled for April 23, 2013

A second Council meeting will be held this month to consider Ordinance 405, an amendment to the existing Gateway Commercial Overlay District Ordinance 380. Ordinance 405 does not allow for apartments as a permitted use,...

2013 Household Hazardous Waste Collection

...has been posted here on the borough website.

Help Save Kids Castle

Just minutes from the county courthouse and historic district of downtown Doylestown, tucked away in the scenic hills of Central Park, rises a majestic and fantastic playground known as Kids Castle. Inspired by the castles...

Buffet Breakfast

Chalfont Fire Company Auxiliary BUFFET BREAKFAST Sunday, April 21, 2013 8 a.m. to noon (or until sold out) 301 N Main Street Adults: $6.50 Children 6 - 12: $300 Children 5 and under: FREE Menu...

Martha & Mary's Coffee House

Lenape Valley Presbyterian Church Saturday, April 13, 7 - 9:30 p.m. Featuring "Bryan and Kenny" and "Revision" Contemporary Christian Music Butler Avenue and Ute Road (next to Giant), New Britain, PA 18901 Questions? 215-345-1099

Council Agenda

The April 9, 2013 Council Agenda has been posted.

Items Under Consideration

Proposed Chalfont Borough Ordinance 404 amending the zoning ordinance by amending Part 4 Use Regulations and Provisions in the Butler Avenue Gateway Commercial Overlay Zoning District has been posted to this site under Items Under...

Borough Office Closed Friday, March 29, 2013

Chalfont Borough Office will be closed Friday, March 29, 2013, in observance of the Good Friday holiday. Scheduled building inspections will take place.

Chalfont Lions Club Presents

The Chalfont Lions Club and The Town & Country Players present: "Everybod Loves Opal" Wednesday, May 15, 2013 Doors open 7:30 pm, Curtain at 8:00 pm Donation: $20 For tickets call Lion Evelyn Barr at...

Earth Day 2013 Clean Up & Concert

Sponsored by Chalfont New Britain Business Alliance Saturday, April 20th 8 - 10 am: Earth Day Clean Up 3 - 7 pm: Concert for Kids Castle featuring Mango Men Band & More Entertainment, vendor fair,...

Rummage Sale

Chalfont United Methodist Church 11 Meadowbrook Lane, Chalfont, PA Saturday, April 13 7 am - 2 pm Rummage sale donations will be received during the week preceding the event; please call the church office for...

PECO Electric and Natural Gas Information

The following information on PECO has been permanently posted to this website under PUBLIC INFORMATION: ELECTRIC AND NATURAL GAS SAFETY Spring is in the air and as the weather gets warmer many customers will be...

2013 Household Hazardous Waste & Computer Recycling

The first event of the 2013 Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Collection program will be held on April 20th at the Harry S. Truman HS in Levittown. Both HHW and electronics will be collected at this...

2013 Leaf Collection Dates Announced

Leaf collection will be held on the following Saturdays in 2013: May 4, October 19, November 16, and December 14. Place leaf waste in brown bio-degradable bags curbside the NIGHT BEFORE pick up. No sticks...

Chalfont Seeking Volunteers for Planning and HARB

The Borough is accepting applications for appointment to the Planning Commission and the Historic Architectural Review Board. A minimum of one year borough residency is required. Each board meets one time a month. (Planning is...

Community Roast Beef Dinner

Community Roast Beef Dinner Saturday, March 23 – 4 to 7 pm Family Style with home-made desserts Adult $13.00, Seniors 65+$12.00, Kids 5-12 $7 4 & Under FREE! All take out $13.00 Free parking &...

Lenape Valley Presbyterian Church Coffeehouse

***MARTHA AND MARY'S COFFEEHOUSE*** 7:00 pm - 9:30 pm at Lenape Valley Presbyterian Church Butler Avenue and Ute Rd. in New Britain, PA (next to Giant Food Store) Saturday, March 9, 2013 Featuring: William Doney...

TOD Public Meeting Tonight

Transit Oriented Development Plan Discussion Tonight, Thursday, March 7, 2013 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Unami Middle School, 160 S Moyer Road, Chalfont Please join Chalfont's efforts to successfully re-energize the downtown by participating in this...

PECO Prepared for Late Winter Storm

Additional Crews and Contractors Ready to Respond to Storm's Impact PHILADELPHIA (March 5, 2013) -- PECO is ready for a late winter storm that is forecasted to hit the region tomorrow, bringing with it rain,...

Fire Company Auxiliary Rummage Sale and Soup Day

Chalfont Fire Company Auxiliary Rummage Sale & Used Book Sale Soup/Chili Sale Assorted Home Baked Goods Saturday, March 16, 2013 10 am - 1 pm Chalfont Fire Company 301 N Main Street Homemade Soup -...

Chalfont Borough Planning Meeting Cancelled

The Planning Commission Meeting scheduled for Monday, March 4, has been cancelled.

Chalfont Borough Council Meeting Tonight

Chalfont Borough will hold a duly advertised meeting tonight, February 26, 2013, at 7:00 p.m. at Borough Hall, 40 N Main Street, Chalfont. An agenda for this meeting can be viewed here.

Kids' Drawing Classes

Young Rembrandts drawing classes will again be offered at the Chalfont Borough Hall location. Classes will be held on Tuesdays from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. March 12, 2013 through April 9, 2013. Tuition is $50...

Chalfont Public Participation Workshop

Thursday, March 7, 2013 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Unami Middle School, 160 S Moyer Road, Chalfont Please join Chalfont's efforts to successfully re-energize the downtown by participating in this important meeting. The Borough is working...

Bristol Road To Be Closed

Penn DOT announced that Bristol Road between Lower State Road and Easton Road (Route 611) will be closed for three months for bridge rehabilitation beginning March 11. Detours will be posted. The project is scheduled...

Water Main Extension Announced

Forrest Park Water Treatment facility in conjunction with North Wales Water Authority, North Penn Water Authority and Bucks County Water and Sewer Authority will shortly begin a new large-size water main extension from the Forest...

Great American Clean Up of Pennsylvania 2013

The Chalfont New Britain Business Alliance will be participating in the Grat American Clean Up of PA 2013 on Saturday, April 20th (Earth Day.) Contact Bob Showalter, President of CNBBA, at 215-822-2990, if you would...

Meeting With Developer Announced

A special Council Meeting will be held on Tuesday, February 26 at 7 pm at Borough Hall, 40 N Main Street, Chalfont. The developer of the Bristol Road and Butler Avenue corner will be there...

Public Workshop to Focus on Chalfont Downtown Revitalization Plan

CHALFONT, PENNSYLVANIA – As the next step to advancing Chalfont through revitalization and transit-oriented development, Borough officials and its team of community planning experts will host a second public participation workshop on Thursday, March 7,...

Planning Commission Meeting Cancelled

The Chalfont Borough Planning Commission scheduled for Monday, February 4, 2013, has been cancelled.

January HARB Meeting Cancelled

The HARB meeting scheduled for Monday, January 28 has been cancelled.

Electronic Device Recycling Law Now in Effect

The Covered Device Recycling Act, signed into law by former Gov. Ed Rendell in 2010 but taking effect this month, makes it illegal to dispose many electronic devices in state landfills. A wide range of...

Martin Luther King Jr. Day Observance

Chalfont Borough Administration Office Closed today in observance of Martin Luther King Jr. Day

Red Cross Blood Drive

Friday, January 18 Doylestown Borough Police 57 W. Court Street, Doylestown 2 p.m. to 7 p.m

Soup/Used Book & Rummage Sale - Fire Co Auxiliary

Saturday, January 19, 2013 10 am to 12 pm Chalfont Fire House -301 N Main Street Soup is take out only - Chicken Noodle and Vegetable $6 per quart. Chili $7 per quart. Assorted home...

Traffic Delays at N Main Street & Butler Avenue

As part of the Penn DOT bridge construction project and over-all intersection improvement, utilites are being relocated at the intersection of North Main Street and Butler Avenue. Expect delays at the intersection between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m....

EMS Board Resignation

John Engel, who has served on the ChalBrit Regional EMS Board since its inception, has recently resigned his position as Chalfont Borough Representative to the board. Chalfont is now excepting volunteer candidates to serve on...

Community Businesses Can Help Manage Stormwater

Stormwater management is complicated, but the newly released Clean Water Partners guide makes it easy for local business owners/managers to understand the issues and learn how they can help slow the flow and reduce pollution...

Public Meeting Announced - Voice and Vision

The public is invited to an informal meeting with representatives from Voice and Vision on Tuesday, December 11, 2012 at 6 p.m. at Chalfont Borough Hall, 40 North Main Street, Chalfont. The nonprofit organization, Voice...

Lions Club Christmas Tree Sale

The Chalfont Lions Club is selling Christmas Trees , Benson's Fruit Cakes and Coloring Books next to Spatola's Pizzeria on Butler Avenue. We are open for business Mon- Fri. 6-9 , Sat 9-8 , Sun...

Transit Oriented Development Plan Community Meeting

We need your help. Chalfont's revitalization depends on your participation. The Borough is working on a revitalization/transit oriented development plan for our downtown. The goal is to increase business by maximizing people's acces to public transit,...

Route 202 Parkway Trail Map

Now that the Parkway is officially open, we would like to share the attached map of the 202 Parkway Trail Map with everyone.

Story Time

Just a reminder...Story Time will be this Wednesday, 10:00 a.m. at Borough Hall. Bring your pre-schooler for a story and a light snack, and to burn off some of that pre-holiday energy. Hope to see you...

CHALFONT BOROUGH AWARDED OVER $400,000 IN GRANT FUNDING IN NOVEMBER

CHALFONT BOROUGH AWARDED OVER $400,000 in GRANT FUNDING in NOVEMBER CHALFONT BOROUGH – Thanks to grant funding awarded this month from the Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission (DVRPC) and the PA Department of Conservation and...

PennDOT Advises Route 202 Parkway Users to Remain Alert

PennDOT Advises Route 202 Parkway Users to Remain Alert With the new Route 202 Parkway opening to traffic Monday afternoon, Dec. 3, PennDOT advises area motorists, cyclists and pedestrians to remain alert for changes in...

Chalfont Public Participation Workshop

We need your help. Chalfont's revitalization depends on your participation. The Borough is working on a revitalization plan for our downtown. The goal is to increase business by maximizing people's acces to public transit, as...

You're Invited to the 202 Parkway Grand Opening!

Attached is an invitation to the US 202 Parkway grand opening ribbon cutting on Monday, Dec. 3 at 2 p.m. The event will take place on the Parkway just north of County Line Road in...

Yard Waste Dumpster Located Behind Borough Hall

A large dumpster has been placed behind Borough Hall for recycling of leaf and yard waste, including branches and other yard debris from Hurricane Sandy. (No trash please!) Residents are welcome to take advantage of the...

Intermittent Lane Closures as Route 202 Parkway Nears Completion

Intermittent Lane Closures in Bucks and Montgomery Counties as Route 202 Parkway Nears Completion Motorists may encounter intermittent lane closures the next two weeks as contractors wrap-up work on several roads in Bucks and Montgomery...

US 202 Parkway to Open December 3

New $200 Million Parkway to Move Travelers Between Routes 63 and 611 The $200 million U.S. Route 202 Parkway will open Monday afternoon, Dec. 3 to provide a direct route for travel between Montgomeryville, Montgomery...

2013 Fire Company Events

Click this link for the Chalfont Fire Company events scheduled for 2013 . Further information will be published closer to each event or you can visit www.ChalfontFireCompany.com .

US 202 Parkway Grand Opening

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation announced that the U.S. Route 202 Parkway Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony will be held on Monday, December 3, 2012 at 2:00 PM. The location of the event will...

Los Sarapes Benefit for Red Cross

Los Sarapes Restaurant is donating 15% of all sales proceeds received on Sunday, November 25, 2012, to the American Red Cross. Enjoy a meal at this popular local restaurant and help make a difference. Los Sarapes...

Tree Planting Volunteers Needed

The "Tree-Vitalize" Event orignally planned for October has been rescheduled for Saturday, November 17. Volunteers are needed to help plant trees in Twin Streams Park at 9 a.m. Meet in the parking lot (driveway enterance to...

Notice from Chalfont Borough Emergency Management

The power outage affecting Chalfont Borough and neighboring municipalities is being monitored. The cause of the outage is unknown by the Borough at this time. However, we have been assured that PECO crews are in...

Route 202 Parkway Update

Periodic lane restrictions are scheduled next week on Route 202 and Route 309 in Bucks and Montgomery counties as construction continues on roads connecting with the new Route 202 Parkway, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation...

Praise Concert to Benefit Local Food Bank

Chalfont United Methodist Church is hosting a Praise Concert on Friday, November 9, at 7 pm to benefit local food pantries. The band "Beacon" will perform selections of contemporary Christian music. Please bring a non-perishable...

Bucks County Bicycle Plan Open House - TONIGHT, Nov. 8, 6-8PM

A draft of the first-ever Bucks County Bicycle Plan will be presented at an Open House TONIGHT, Thurs. Nov. 8, from 6-8pm at the Bucks County Community College, Tyler Hall, Room 142, in Newtown. Please...

New Location for Cardboard-Only Dumpster

The CARDBOARD-ONLY dumpster, previously located behind Borough Hall, has been relocated to the Public Works parking lot at 500 N Main Street. Please break down all boxes before depositing in the dumpster.

Important Message form Chalfont Borough Emergency Management

The National Weather Service has issued Winter Weather and Wind Advisories. Forecasts show a likelihood of a winter storm tonight which may bring 2 to 5 inches of snow and 15 to 25 MPH winds...

Planning Commission Meeting Canceled

The Planning Commission meeting scheduled for Monday, November 5, 2012, has been cancelled.

PECO Update November 4, 2012

PECO RESPONDS TO HURRICANE SANDY Governmental Affairs Update Sunday, November 4, 2012 – 6 p.m. o Hurricane Sandy caused widespread damage along the East Coast, causing power interruptions for more than 9 million customers along the...

PECO Message - Hurricane Sandy

Sandy -- Day Five: What you should know What are we doing? o PECO opened its Storm Center on Thursday, Oct. 25 to begin preparing for Sandy. o We have more than 4,700 people working around-the clock...

PennDOT Route 202 Construction Update for Week of November 5

Motorists in Montgomery and Bucks counties may encounter occasional lane closures next week along the Route 202 and Route 309 corridors for continuing work for the new Route 202 Parkway, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation...

Keystone Fellowship Offers Free Hot Meals

Those still living without electricity in the wake of Hurricane Sandy can get some free hot meals courtesy of Keystone Fellowship of Montgomery Township and Skippack Township. The religious institution at 427 Stump Road is...

Chalfont Trash and Leaf Collection Update

Due to the hurrican, trash collection has been pushed back a day and will be Saturday, November 3 . Leaf collection dates are Saturday, November 17, and Saturday, December 15. There is a large amount...

PECO Responds to Hurricane Sandy

PECO RESPONDS TO HURRICANE SANDY Governmental Affairs Update Friday, Nov. 2, 2012 – 6 a.m. Hurricane Sandy caused wide-spread damage along the East Coast and locally caused power interruptions to more than 850,000 PECO customers...

Comcast opens Xfininty WiFi Hotspots for Limited Time

To help residents and emergency personnel cope with the aftermath of the storm, Comcast is opening up its Xfinity WiFi hotspots to anyone who needs them – including non-Comcast users. As you’re aware, we own...

Halloween in Chalfont

We ask that you use your best judgement tonight. Police will be present in the neighborhoods to ensure that Halloween is a safe night for all.

PECO Restoration Updates

For PECO restoration updates call 1-800-841-4141.

After Storm UPDATE

Downed trees on electrical wires have closed Route 202 at Tamanend in New Britain Borough and Route 152 on Limekiln Pike in Chalfont. Low hanging wires are everywhere, please be careful if you have to...

Emergency Shelter Information for Chalfont

Chalfont Borough is prepared for Hurricane Sandy - are you? Take the necessary precautions now. Sign up for text and email alerts at bucks.alertpa.org . In the event that it would be needed, a shelter...

Trash Pick Up Delayed Due to Hurricane

Due to the Hurricane Sandy, Advanced Disposal (formerly Interstate Waste Services), the borough trash hauler, will be closed Tuesday, October 30. This will push all routes one day behind. This week, Chalfont trash and recycling will...

Chalfont Administrative Office Closed Monday, October 29

The Borough Administrative Office will be closed on Monday, October 29, in anticipation of the hurricane. The police and emergency management personnel will be on duty throughout the day. You can call the police at...

Sign Up for Important Alerts

In preparation for Hurricane Sandy, make sure you sign up for important alerts at http://www.readynotifypa.org/ . Also visit http://www.ready.gov and http://www.redcross.org/prepare/disaster/hurricane for more information.

PECO Prepares for Hurricane Sandy

PECO PREPARES FOR HURRICANE SANDY - October 26, 2012 PECO activated its emergency response organization yesterday and is busy making preparations to respond to Hurricane Sandy which is expected to bring extreme weather with drenching...

Tree Planting at Twin Streams Park Rescheduled

Please be advised, the TreeVitalize Planting at Twin Streams Park scheduled for this Saturday, October 27, has been cancelled and rescheduled for Saturday, November 17. Planting activities will still begin at 9 am. Our trees...

Fund Raising Event to Benefit Food Larder

Borghi's Restaurant Friday, November 9, 2012 Beginning at 6:00 p.m. Donation $10 at the door (100% to be donated to the Food Larder) Music provided by The Art D'Angelo Band Bring your appetite. Borghi's has...

Route 202 Parkway Travel Restrictions Week of October 22

Travel Restrictions in Bucks and Montgomery Counties for Route 202 Parkway Construction Pickertown Road in Warrington Township Expected to Reopen Monday A series of periodic lane closures will be in place next week on several...

Volunteers Needed to Plant Trees

A "Tree-Vitalize" Event is Planned for October Volunteers are needed to help plant trees in Twin Streams Park on Saturday, October 27, 2012, from 9 a.m. to noon. Meet in the parking lot (drive way...

Susquehanna Bank Halloween Food Drive

Fourth Annual Halloween Food Drive CANS!...not Candy Collecting for the New Britain Food Larder Drop off canned goods at Susquehanna Bank 329 North Main Street, Chalfont

New US Route 202 Parkway to Open in Early December

The $200 million U.S. Route 202 Parkway will open in early December to enhance travel between Montgomeryville, Montgomery County and Doylestown, Bucks County, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation said today. “We are eager to finish...

Route 202 Parkway Update for Week of October 8

Motorists will encounter periodic lane closures in Montgomery and Bucks counties next week for Route 202 Parkway construction, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation said today. The 8.4 mile, state-funded Parkway is scheduled to open later...

It's Scarecrow Time in Chalfont Borough

All groups, families, scouts, and individuals are encouraged to build a scarecrow. The borough provides frames, bags for heads, and straw for stuffing. You provide the creativity. Pick up your supplies at Borough Hall Monday,...

Chalfont Fire Company Auxiliary CRAFT SHOW

Chalfont Fire Company Auxiliary CRAFT SHOW and Bake Sale Saturday, October 27, 2012 9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. 301 N Main Street Refreshments and home made soup available. For information call Diane at 215-822-8262 or...

MOMMY MARKET

Chalfont Fire Company Auxiliary is holding a "Mommy Market" of gently used infant's and children's items. Saturday, October 13, 2012 9 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. 301 N Main Street, Chalfont Refreshments Available Table rental $15.00...

Chalfont Market Day

Chalfont New Britain Business Alliance presents the Second annual Chalfont Market Day Saturday, October 13, 2012 10:30 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Rain or Shine Chalfont Square Parking Lot (Rita's Water Ice) Refreshments/Raffle Basket/Entertainment/Kids Activities For...

September HARB Meeting Cancelled

The HARB meeting scheduled for Monday, September 24, 2012, has been cancelled.

Lenape Valley Recreation Council 2012 Fall Flyer

Click HERE for the latest information on LVRC Basketball, Softball, Baseball, Soccer, Football, and Hockey.

Manhunt Activity Cancelled

The "Manhunt" activity scheduled for September 16th has been cancelled due to the West Nile Virus scare.

Route 202 Traffic Update

Motorists may encounter periodic lane closures and slow moving traffic on Route 202 (DeKalb Pike) and Route 63 (Welsh Road) in Montgomery County next week as crews pave at the southern end of the Route...

Party on the Parkway This Sunday

Click here for a schedule of events for the Party on the Parkway.

MOVIE NIGHT Saturday, September 8

Chalfont Movie Night Saturday, September 8, 7:30 p.m. Chalfont Borough Hall 40 N Main Street "My Girl" ~ Rated PG 13

Chalfont New Britain Business Alliance Breakfast Meeting

CNBBA Breakfast Meeting Borghi's Restaurant, North Main Street, Chalfont Wednesday, September 19, 8 a.m. $10.00 per Person Great Food, Fun & Networking Phone: 215-822-2990 email: rlshow@aol.com

Route 202 Parkway Roadwork for September 4th - 7th

Motorists may encounter lane closures and slow moving traffic on several state roads next week (Sept. 4-7) for construction of the Route 202 Parkway, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation said today. The new 8.4 mile,...

Chalfont Fire Company Buffet Breakfast

Buffet Breakfast and Bake Sale Sunday, September 30, 2012 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. Chalfont Fire Company, 301 N Main Street, Chalfont Adults $6.50 Children 6 - 12 $3.00 Children 5 and under eat free...

Turkey Hoagie Sale

Chalfont Fire Company Auxiliary announces their popular TURKEY HOAGIE SALE Saturday, September 8, 2012 9 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. or until sold out! $5.00 each Advanced orders accepted at 215-822-2251 pick up at Chalfont Fire...

NEWS RELEASE

Statement from Chalfont Borough Regarding Arrest of Officer Jon Cousin Earlier this evening,Chalfont Borough was informed that Police Officer Jon Cousin was arrested on charges of reckless endangerment and false reports to law enforcement by...

Press Release

At 3:16 this morning, August 27, 2012, Chalfont Borough Police Officer Jon Cousin approached a suspicious vehicle parked in the parking lot at Lenape Valley Swim Club on Westview Avenue. When Officer Cousin got out of...

New Britain Civic Association Picnic in the Park

New Britain Civic Association Picnic in the Park and Duck Derby Covered Bridge Park Saturday, September 22, 11 am to 3 pm Rain or Shine Ducks are $5.00 each or a flock of 5 ducks...

Upcoming Road Closures for Route 202 Parkway Construction

Stump Road will be closed and detoured between Route 463 (Horsham Road) and County Line Road in Warrington Township, Bucks County and Horsham Township, Montgomery County from 7 p.m. Friday (Aug. 24) to 6 a.m....

Party on the Parkway Schedule of Events

Party on the Parkway, Sunday, September 9, 2012, Schedule of Events.

Young Rembrandts Announces Drawing Class Schedule for Fall

Young Rembrandts drawing classes for kids will be held Tuesdays 1:30 - 2:30 pm September 18 - October 16, 2012 at Chalfont Borough Hall, 40 N Main Street. Tuition is $50 for a 5 week...

August 24 Free Concert

PraiseConcert to benefit local food pantries. August 24, 7 p.m. Chalfont United Methodist Church, Route 202 & Meadowbrook Lane, Chalfont The band, BEACON will perform selections of contemporary Christian music. Please bring a non-perishable food...

Route 202 Travel Restrictions for Week of August 13

Motorists traveling in Bucks and Montgomery counties may encounter travel restrictions for construction related to the Route 202 Parkway, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation said today. Crews continue to work to complete construction of the...

Party on the Parkway This Saturday

Click here for a schedule of events for the September 9, 2012 Party on the Parkway celebrating the opening of the Route 202 Parkway.

Route 202 Parkway Roadwork for the Week of August 6

Ongoing installation of Intelligent Transportation Systems (ITS) equipment to help monitor and manage traffic approaching the soon-to-open Route 202 Parkway will cause short term lane restrictions next week on several roads in Bucks and Montgomery...

Party on the Parkway Date Changed to Sunday, Sept. 9

Doylestown Township, in conjunction with the 202 Parkway Task Force, will be hosting a "Party on the Parkway" before the Route 202 Parkway is opened to traffic. The public will be invited to walk, bike...

Lane Closure Monday, July 30, on Route 202 Bridge over Neshaminy Creek

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) today announced that Route 202 (Butler Avenue) will be reduced to one lane on the bridge over the west branch of the Neshaminy Creek in Chalfont Borough, Bucks County,...

Route 202 Parkway Traffic Update for week of July 23

With construction of the 8.4-mile, $200 million Route 202 Parkway progressing toward completion this fall, motorists may encounter lane closures next week (July 23-27) for construction in Bucks and Montgomery counties, the Pennsylvania Department of...

Dine For a Cause

Thursday, August 16 Blue Dog Family Tavern 11:30 a.m - 10:00 p.m. A protion of the proceeds will benefit the New Britain Township Veterans Park Project. For more information contact Angela Benner, NBT Veterans Committee...

Lane Width Restrictions on Route 202 Whitehall Bridge

In conjunction with the replacement of the Route 202 (Butler Avenue) Whitehall Bridge, there will be lane width restrictions over the bridge. A temporary concrete barrier will be placed on the upstream side of the bridge in...

Traffic Update:Butler Avenue/Route 202 in Chalfont

Wednesday, July 11th through Firday, July 13th, between 9 am and 3 pm, tree work and clearing is scheduled on Route 202 in Chalfont in conjunction with the Whitehall Bridge replacement. Traffic will be reduced to...

Route 202 Parkway Construction Update for the week of July 9

Roadway and traffic signal improvements being made as part of the Route 202 Parkway construction will restrict travel next week (July 9-13) along the Route 202 and Route 309 corridors in Montgomery and Bucks counties,...

New Britain Road in Doylestown Township to Close for Repair

An operation to rebuild and improve New Britain Road in Doylestown Township, Bucks County will require the road to close to through traffic from Monday (July 9) to Aug. 19, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation...

Facade Grant Pre-Application Meeting

Chalfont Borough will be holding a special meeting on Tuesday, July 10, 2012, at 6:00 pm at Chalfont Borough Hall, 40 North Main Street, Chalfont, PA. The purpose of this meeting is to get input...

Tri Municipal Fourth of July Parade

The annual Tri Municipal Fourth of July Parade will be held Wednesday, July 4. Beginning at 9:30 a.m. at the New Britain Town Center (Giant) on Route 202, Butler Avenue, in New Britain Borough, the...

Route 202 Travel Restrictions July 2 - 6, 2012

Motorists in Montgomery and Bucks counties will encounter limited travel restrictions next week (July 2-6) along Route 202 and Route 309 for paving and traffic signal work for the construction of the $200 million Route...

PennDOT Presentation on WhiteHall Bridge Replacement

The Chalfont New Britain Business Alliance hosted an informative meeting at Borough Hall on Wednesday, June 20. Representatives from PennDOT provided a PowerPoint presentation on the WhiteHall Bridge replacement scheduled to begin this year. The...

Fire Company Indoor Flea Market

Chalfont Fire Company 36th Annual Indoor Flea Market Chalfont Fire House, 301 N Main Street, Chalfont Saturday, June 30, 2012 8:30 am to 1:30 pm Table Rental Information

Chalfont Day is Tomorrow, June 9

7:30 a.m. Registration for 5K and Fun Run 8:00 a.m. Fun Run 8:30 a.m. 5K Race 12 - 3 p.m. Chalfont Fire Company Open House 6:00 p.m. Celebration at Twin Streams Park Entertainment by the...

Storytime cancelled in July and August

The popular Storytime, held at 10 a.m. on the first Wednesday of the month at Chalfont Borough Hall, will be cancelled in July and August. Storytime will resume in September. Hope to see you there.

Paving & Signal Work Schedule for Rt 202 Parkway Project

Paving and traffic signal operations are scheduled next week (June 4-8) as part of the construction of the $200 million Route 202 Parkway in Bucks and Montgomery counties, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation said today....

Chalfont Lions Club Night at the Races TONIGHT

Friday, June 1, 2012 7 - 11 p.m. / Buffet at 7 p.m. Join the Lions for a night of food, drink, fun, and fellowship. Byer's Choice 4355 County Line Road Chalfont, PA 18914 Ticket...

PennDOT to Close Route 202 One Day This Week

PennDOT to Close Route 202 One Day This Week for Drainage Pipe Replacement in Montgomery Township. Motorists Advised to Allow Extra Time When Traveling Through The Area The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) today announced...

Chalfont Day, Saturday, June 9, 2012

8 a.m. - Fun Run & 5K Borough Hall, 40 N Main Street Pre-register at Borough Hall or www.Bucks5kseries.com . 12 - 3 p.m. - Fire Company Open House 6 p.m. - Celebration at Twin...

Heritage Conservancy Workshop Announced

“ Save Water, Save Land, Save Money ”, Thursday, June 21, 2012 Aldie Mansion, Doylestown, PA. $20 (breakfast and lunch provided) Click the title for the workshop agenda. Register online at www.HeritageConservancy.org . For more...

American Red Cross Blood Drive

Saturday, June 2, 10 am – 4 pm Acme Market, 505 W. Butler Ave., Chalfont, PA 18914 Pre-register at www.redcrossblood.org and enter sponsor code 02211628 or contact nancy.taylor@redcross.org 215-348-9271

Fire Company Chicken Barbeque

Chalfont Fire Company will be holding their Chicken Barbeque on June 3, 2012 from 11 am until 4 pm, take out only. Call 21-822-9685 for more information.

US 202 Construction Update for Week of May 28

Construction of the $200 million Route 202 Parkway in Bucks and Montgomery County will result in periodic lane closures along Route 202 and Route 309 this week. PennDOT is building the new 8.4-mile-long Parkway to...

Route 202 Construction Update for week of May 19

Construction of the $200 million Route 202 Parkway in Bucks and Montgomery County will result in the weekend closure of Upper State Road and daytime lane restrictions on Route 202 next week, the Pennsylvania Department...

US 202 Construction Update for the week of May 14

Roadwork related to the construction of the $200 million Route 202 Parkway in Bucks and Montgomery County will result in the closure of Stump Road in New Britain Township and periodic lane restrictions along Route...

Turkey Hoagie Sale

Chalfont Fire Company Auxiliary is having a Turkey Hoagie Sale on Saturday, May 19 from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. or until sold out. Turkey Hoagies are $5.00 each and advanced orders will be accepted...

US202-700 Traffic Update

Stump Road will be closed and detoured between County Line Road and Route 152 (Limekiln Pike) in Warrington Township, Bucks County on Monday through Wednesday (May 14-16) for reconstruction, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation said...

TCDI Revitalization Plan Request For Proposal

CHALFONT BOROUGH REVITALIZATION AND TRANSIT ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT PLAN PROPOSALS DUE: MAY 15, 2012 AT 11:00 AM TO THE CHALFONT BOROUGH MANAGER, CHALFONT BOROUGH HALL, 40 NORTH MAIN STREET, CHALFONT, PA 18914 The Borough of Chalfont, located in...

NewSeasons Community Backyard BBQ

NewSeasons at New Britain, a senior living community at 800 Manor Drive, Chalfont, is holding their third annual community barkyard barbeque on Saturday, May 19, from 11 a.m. to 2 pm. Click here for more...

Doylestown Township is hosting a "Party on the Parkway"

Doylestown Township, in conjunction with the 202 Parkway Task Force, will be hosting a "Party on the Parkway" before the Route 202 Parkway is opened to traffic. The public will be invited to walk, bike...

Young Rembrants Drawing Classes Offered

Drawing classes for kids are being offered at Chalfont Borough again this summer. Ten one-hour sessions are being offered in the afternoon and five two-hour sessions are being offered in the morning. Please click on...

Phot ID Required for November Election

ALL voters will be required to show a photo ID before voting at their polling place. All photo IDs must be current and contain an expiration date. Acceptable IDs include: Photo ID issued by the...

Chalfont Lions Night at the Races

Chalfont Lions will be holding a Night at the Races on Friday, June 1 at 7 p.m. at Byers Choice on County Line Road. For information on this event call Gail or Scott Walker at...

Spring Leaf Waste Collection

Spring Leaf Waste Collection will be Saturday, May 26, 2012. Brown Bio-Degradable bags must be used. Plastic bags with leaf waste will not be collected on these days. Bags can be purchased at The Chalfont Borough Building or...

Doylestown Marks the 200th anniversary of becoming the county seat of Bucks County.

To commemorate this bicentennial, Doylestown is planning a weeklong event to take place beginning Memorial Day, May 28th through Saturday, June 2. Visit www.doylestownbicentennial.org for up to date information.

202-700 Parkway Task Force Meeting Presentation is now available.

The report generated from the April 18, 2012, 202-700 Parkway Taskforce meeting is available on this site under Resources/Documents,Forms,Permits.

Travel Restrictions This Week for Work on Route 202

Route 202 Parkway construction may result in traffic slowdowns in Bucks and Montgomery counties this week (April 23-27) as the new, $200 million roadway heads toward completion this fall, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation said...

RFP issued for Chalfont Revitalization & Transit Oriented Development Plan

The Borough of Chalfont, in Bucks County, Pennsylvania is requesting proposals from qualified consultants to complete the “Chalfont Borough Revitalization and Transit Oriented Development Plan.” Chalfont Borough, with funding from the DVRPC TCDI program, is...

2012 Edwards Scholarship

View a scholarship opportunity for highschool seniors residing in Chalfont Borough.

Stay Up-To-Date With Chalfont Borough Facebook Page

Chalfont Borough’s Facebook Page is a great way to stay up to date about news and events and get connected with staff and officials at Borough Hall. Just follow this link - http://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Official-Chalfont-Borough-Youth-Committee/302727894804?ref=tn_tnmn Post any...

Celebrate Earth Day & Volunteer to Plant at Peace Valley Park

Bucks County Conservation District (BCCD) is looking for volunteers to assist with two upcoming planting projects at Peace Valley Park. Please join us for a fun morning helping improve the water quality of Lake Galena...

Route 202 Traffic Pattern Change for Parkway Construction in Montgomery County

The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation on Monday (April 9) will shift Route 202 (DeKalb Pike) traffic over to the newly built section of pavement between Swedesford Road and Route 63 in Upper Gwynedd, Lower Gwynedd...

Invitation to Bid Announced for Police Public Works Building

Chalfont Borough February 2012 Police Station Addition and Public Works Office Building Renovation Architects Project No: 1018 500 North Main Street Chalfont, PA 18914 INVITATION TO BID Sealed bids for the Chalfont Borough Police Station...

FEMA Floodplain Maps Available On-Line

Bucks County Planning Commission has prepared an on-line viewer for the new FEMA floodplain maps. The viewer shows both current maps and the proposed new FEMA maps. You can search the map by municipality, by street...

April Planning Commission Meeting Canceled

The Planning Commission Meeting scheduled for Monday, April 2, has been cancelled.

Scholarship Available

The Robert C. Edwards Scholarship Foundation Scholarship applications are available in the Borough Office. The applicant must be a Borough resident and must have been accepted for admission to an accredited College, University or School...

Route 202 Parkway Consturction Update Feb. 13 - 17

Daytime lane closures will be in place periodically next week (Feb. 13-17) on several roads in Bucks and Montgomery counties for continuing construction of the Route 202 Parkway, the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation said today....

Lane Closures Planned for Route 202 Parkway Construction

King of Prussia – Motorists traveling on County Line Road and the Route 611 and Route 202 bypasses in Bucks County will encounter lane closures next week (Jan. 30-Feb. 3) for Route 202 Parkway construction,...

Borough Office Closed for MLK Day

Chalfont Borough Administrative Offices will be closed Monday, January 16, 2012 in honor of Martin Luther King Day. The office will reopen at 9:00 a.m. Tuesday, January 17.

US Route 202 Parkway Update

Daytime Lane Closures on Route 202, Route 63, County Line Road for Parkway Construction Lower State Road in Doylestown Township to Close Monday in Both Directions for Bridge Construction King of Prussia - Motorists will...

Borough Office Closed for Holiday

In observance of the New Year holiday, Chalfont Borough Administrative Office will be closed Friday, December 30th at noon and reopen Tuesday, January 3rd at 9 a.m.

Parkway Construction Update - Mid-day Lane Closures Announced

Mid-Day Lane Closures on Route 202, County Line Road for Parkway Construction Post holiday construction on the Route 202 Parkway will find mid-day lane closures on Route 202 (DeKalb Pike), Route 63 (Welsh Road) and...

HARB Meeting Cancelled

The HARB meeting scheduled for Monday, December 19th has been cancelled.

Lane Restrictions on Route 611 and Route 202 Bypasses for Route 202 Parkway Sign Work

Travelers on the Route 611 and Route 202 bypasses in Doylestown Township, Bucks County will encounter nighttime lane closures this week, and area motorists will experience periodic travel restrictions on several other roads for ongoing...

Report Potholes on State Roads to PennDOT

Bristol Road, Butler Avenue (Rt. 202), Limekiln Pike (Rt. 152), North Main Street (Rt. 152), Park Avenue, and Sunset Avenue are state owned roads in the borough. Use the following link to report a hazard or problem on...

Mars Fishcare Red Cross Blood Drive

Give the gift that everyone wants, but money can't buy. Mars Fishcare is sponsoring an American Red Cross blood drive on Wednesday, January 4, 2012, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Appointments are preferred. Please contact Clara Salati...

Travel Restrictions for Route 202 Parkway Construction

Motorists may encounter periodic travel restrictions next week (Dec. 5-9) on several roads for ongoing Route 202 Parkway construction. daytime lane closures with flaggers are scheduled Monday through Friday (Dec. 5-9) from 9 a.m. to 3...

American Red Cross/Eagle Scout Blood Drive

Friday, December 2, 2011 1:00 p.m. - 7 p.m. Chalfont United Methodist Church Butler Avenue & Meadowbrook Road Appointments are preferred. For an appointment or information please email: Andrew Konig arkonig@verizon.net or sign up at...

Lions Club Christmas Tree Sale

The Chalfont Lions Club will again be selling Christmas Trees, Fruit Cakes and Coloring Books to raise funds to help the hearing and visually impaired. The tree lot is located next to Spatola's Pizza on...

Thanksgiving Holiday

Chalfont Borough Office will be closed for the Thanksgiving holiday on Thursday and Friday, November 24 and 25. The office will reopen on Monday, November 28, at 9 a.m.

Route 202 Parkway Construction to Restrict Travel Next Week in Bucks and Montgomery Counties Pickertown Road Closes Monday for Bridge Construction

Motorists in Bucks and Montgomery counties will encounter travel restrictions next week (Nov. 14-18) on several roads, including the start of a long-term closure of Pickertown Road, for Route 202 Parkway construction, the Pennsylvania Department...

Borough Planning Commission Meeting Canceled

Chalfont Borough Planning Commission Meeting scheduled for Monday, November 7, has been cancelled.

Travel Restrictions on Area Roadways for Rt. 202 Parkway Construction

Travel Restrictions this Weekend and Next Week for Route 202 Parkway Construction in Bucks and Montgomery Counties - Intersection of Upper State Road and Bristol Road Closed this Weekend Motorists in Bucks and Montgomery counties...

Travel Restrictions Scheduled Next Week for Route 202 Parkway Construction in Bucks, Montgomery Counties

Travel Restrictions Scheduled Next Week for Route 202 Parkway Construction in Bucks, Montgomery Counties Lane Closures Likely at Several Locations on County Line Road; Work at Intersection Of Upper State And Bristol Rescheduled For Next...

Lane Restrictions Scheduled on County Line Road

Lane Restrictions Scheduled on County Line Road for Road Construction The Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) today announced that one lane will be closed Monday through Friday (Oct. 31-Nov. 3) from 9 a.m. to 3...

Weekend Closure of Brustol Road-Upper State Road Postponed

WEEKEND CLOSURE OF BRISTOL ROAD-UPPER STATE ROAD INTERSECTION POSTPONED The planned closure this weekend (Oct. 29-30) of the intersection of Bristol Road and Upper State Road in New Britain, Doylestown and Warrington townships, Bucks County,...

Bristol Road/Upper State Road Intersection Closed This Weekend

The intersection of Bristol Road and Upper State Road in New Britain, Doylestown and Warrington townships, Bucks County will be closed and detoured from 5:00 a.m. Saturday (Oct. 29) to 6:00 p.m. Sunday (Oct. 30)...

HARB Meeting Cancelled

The meeting of the Chalfont Historic Architectural Review Board scheduled for Monday, October 24, at 7 p.m. has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting is Monday, November 28, 2011.

Pickertown Road in Warrington Township, Bucks County to Close Nov. 1 for Construction of Bridge over Route 202 Parkway

Pickertown Road will be closed and detoured between Stump Road and Upper State Road in Warrington Township, Bucks County for 10 months starting Tuesday, Nov. 1 for construction of a bridge over the new Route...

PennDOT to Open New Wells Road Bridge over Future Rt. 202 Parkway in Doylestown Township

PennDOT to Open New Wells Road Bridge over Future Route 202 Parkway in Doylestown Township this Afternoon King of Prussia - The new Wells Road Bridge over the future Route 202 Parkway in Doylestown Township,...

9/11 Community Memorial Service

10th Anniversary 9/11 Community Memorial Service Sunday, September 11, 2011 4 p.m. Location: Chalfont United Methodist Church, Rt. 202 and Meadowbrook Lane. (front lawn) Bring lawn chairs or blankets - service will be indoors if...

North Branch Watershed Stream Cleanup

Stream Clean Up Saturday, September 10th 1 pm - 3 pm Groveland Elementary School 1100 N Easton Road This year we are partnering with Groveland Elementary School and Plumstead Township for our annual clean up!...

Scarecrow Time is Fast Approaching

It’s Almost Scarecrow Time! Help decorate Chalfont for Halloween with our much complimented and unique scarecrows. All groups, families, scouts, individuals, are encouraged to build a scarecrow. We will provide frames, bags for heads, and...

Park Events

The Chalfont Borough Parks Committee is offering a full selection of activities for the summer of 2011. The Recreation Calendar is a listing of those activities with dates and times. For more in depth information...

2011 Story Time

Story Time continues throughout 2011 on the first Wednesday of every month at 10 a.m. Stories are read, children participate in a craft project and a light snack is served. Story Time is held at...

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