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Mount Penn Borough
The intersection of 23rd Street and Perkiomen Avenue
Mt. Penn Trust Company photo circa-1939-40.
*Notice the triangle-middle left of photo. Photo Credit: Pete Heizmann
THE BOROUGH OF MOUNT PENN DOES NOT DISCRIMINATE AGAINST INDIVIDUALS ON THE BASIS OF DISABILITY IN ITS SERVICES, PROGRAMS, OR ACTIVITIES.
COMPLAINTS OR REQUESTS FOR MODIFICATION/ACCOMMODATION TO ACCESS A PROGRAM, SERVICE OR ACTIVITY MAY BE DIRECTED TO BOROUGH COUNCIL AT 200 NORTH 25TH STREET, READING, PA
CHANGE IN 2020 BOROUGH COUNCIL MEETING DATES
THE BOROUGH OF MOUNT PENN HAS CANCELLED THE FIRST MEETING OF EACH MONTH.
WORKSHOP SESSIONS WILL TAKE PLACE ON THE THURSDAY PRIOR
TO THE LAST MEETING OF THE MONTH.
REFER TO THE “MEETING NOTICES” POST
FOR SPECIFIC DATES OF WORKSHOP SESSIONS & MEETINGS
NOTE: NO ACTION WILL BE TAKEN DURING THE WORKSHOP SESSIONS
THE MOUNT PENN PRESERVE IS SELLING BEAUTIFUL WALL CALENDARS FOR THE NEW YEAR.
THEY ARE AVAILABLE FOR SALE AT ALSCAE & LOWER ALSACE TOWNSHIP,
MT PENN BOROUGH OFFICE, CITY OF READING,
AND THE BERKS COUNTY PLANNING COMMISSION
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION MAY BE FOUND BY CLICKING CALENDAR
**CANDIDATES ARE NEEDED FOR COMMITTEE APPOINTMENTS**
MOUNT PENN BOROUGH COUNCIL WOULD LIKE TO HEAR FROM AREA RESIDENTS INTERESTED IN SERVING ON THE FOLLOWING COMMITTEES:
PLANNING COMMISSION COMMITTEE. PLANNING COMMISSION MEETINGS ARE HELD THE THIRD TUESDAY OF EACH MONTH ON AN AS NEEDED BASIS. MEMBERS WILL SERVE A FOUR YEAR TERM.
ZONING HEARING BOARD. ZONING HEARING BOARD MEETINGS ARE HELD ON AN AS NEEDED BASIS. MEMBERS SERVE A THREE YEAR TERM.
MOUNT PENN BOROUGH MUNICIPAL AUTHORITY BOARD. MEETINGS ARE HELD ON THE SECOND WEDNESDAY OF EACH MONTH. MEMBERS SERVE A FIVE YEAR TERM.
IF YOU ARE INTERESTED IN PARTAKING ON ANY OF THESE COMMITTEES, OR KNOW SOMEONE WHO MAY BE A CANDIDATE, PLEASE HAVE A LETTER OF INTEREST SUBMITTED TO COUNCIL VIA EMAIL TO MTPENNBOROUGH@COMCAST.NET OR MAIL TO 200 NORTH 25TH STREET, READING, PA 19606
WANTED – CROSSING GUARD – PERKIOMEN AVENUE @ ST. CATHERINE’S
This crossing guard position involves two hours daily with an occasional exception due to early dismissal, or inclement weather.
Hours are 7:45 – 9:00 AM and 2:45 – 3:30 PM Monday through Friday.
Training provided. Apply in person at 200 North 25th Street, Reading, PA 19606 or email resume to mtpennborough@comcast. net
LOOKING FOR A CAREER TO HELP YOU REACH NEW HEIGHTS
FirstEnergy’s Power System Institute (PSI) program is offering a two-year college program that combines academics and hands-on training for a career in the electric utility industry. FirstEnergy pays the tuition, required books, and lab fees for qualified candidates accepted into the program.
Does this sound like you or someone you know?
* Dedicated to safety
* Prefer to be outside, regardless of weather
* Like physical labor
* Comfortable at heights and in confined spaces
* Team player
* Willing to work overtime
* Looking for a challenging and rewarding career
If so, then consider attending the next PSI information session to be held at Reading Area Community College (RACC) on Saturday, November 9, 2019. For more info, go to www.firstenergycorp.com/psi and choose the “Get Invited” link to receive an invitation to the event. Parents/Guardians/Spouses are also welcome to join.
Mount Penn Preserve Story Map Captions Mt Penn Borough
Police Chief Serafin is requesting that everyone lock their vehicle doors. Vehicles with unlocked doors are being invaded. Residents should be aware of their surroundings. Police Chief Serafin is urging anyone noticing suspicious activity to notify the police directly, rather than reacting to social media. If you see anyone or anything that appears skeptical or dubious, please contact the non-emergency number of CBRPD 610.655.4911 and request a Central Berks Police Officer.
PA Department of Agriculture
Spotted Lanternfly Information
Homeowners-Lanternfly Management Handout
PennState Extension-Spotted Lanternfly Egg Mass Removal
PennState Extension-what can homeowner’s do?
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A message from Antietam Valley Municipal Authority “Dealing with sewers and preventing backups“
CLEAN STORMWATER ONLY
Do your part to make sure pollution does not enter the stormwater system!
Personal Firearms Record
To be completed and kept in a safe place in your home. The police will need this information if your gun is lost or stolen.
The Antietam Valley Farmers’ & Artists’ Market at Carsonia Park
Met-Ed Emergency Information
**PLEASE REMEMBER IN THE EVENT OF A POWER OUTAGE EACH HOUSEHOLD MUST REPORT.
MET-ED NO LIGHTS/EMERGENCY NUMBER : 1-888-544-4877
Mount Penn Borough Municipal Authority
Mount Penn Area Business Association
Antietam Valley Community Partnership
