Spring 2024
Volume 31 - 2
RECREATION
RECREATION
Manchester Township Newsletter
Manchester Township’s Family Fun Festival is a community
tradition with fun for the whole family. The day will include
carnival games, a great variety of food truck cuisine, music,
non-prot vendors, and lots of other events.
Where:
Cousler Park
1060 Church Road
Children’s Activities:
3:00 pm – 7:00 pm
• Bounce Houses
• Face Painting
• Spin Art
• Create a Custom Fall
Craft
• Caricatures
• Creatures Great and
Small Animal Show
• Magician
Food Trucks:
3:00 pm – 8:00 pm
Entertainment:
6:30 pm
Music by: Unforgettable
Big Band
Fireworks:
8:00 pm
Bring your blankets, lawn
chairs, and the whole family
to Cousler Park for the best
reworks display in York
County!
Manchester Township Parks
Cousler Park
1060 Church Road
(Corner of Church
& Greenbriar Roads)
Nittany Park
Olmstead Way
(Penn State Estates
Development)
Eagles View Park
2399 Friesian Road
Mt. View Park
3298 Raintree Road
Emigsville Park
15 Emig Road
Ridings Recreational Area
19 Martingale Drive
(Ridings Development)
Johnston’s Park
2985 Lewisberry Road
Stillmeadow Park
600 Kyle Road
Family Fun Festival
Saturday, September 21, 2024 / 3:00 pm
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Visit www.mantwp.com
or scan QR code to register.
Enjoy the Summertime in New York City!
Travel comfortably by deluxe motorcoach for a day full of NYC’s
famous sites on your own. With over 150 world class museums,
18,000 restaurants, 135 Broadway theatres, and an array of
shopping there is something for everyone!
Please note that our bus trips are now run by Lowee’s Group
Tours which is why the pickup and drop o destinations
have changed.
Summertime in New York City
Sat. May 18, 2024
Summertime in New York City
“Racers” will navigate a course through the park, stopping at various stations to complete tasks. All drivers and
passengers must wear a helmet.
Parents are required to walk with their child(ren) throughout the course.
Who: Ages 3 - 8
Cost: $5.00
Bring your Power Wheels
to Cousler Park for our
Rally in the Park.
Power Wheels
Rally in The
Park
Sat. April 13, 2024
10 am
Cousler Park
1060 Church Road
Cost:
$85.00 per person
(which only includes
transportation)
Time:
 6:30 am – Depart Springettsbury Park
(Amphitheater Parking Lot)
1501 Mt. Zion Road, York,
PA 17402
10:00 am – Approximate arrival into
New York City
 7:00 pm – Depart New York City for
home
10:30 pm – Approximate return to York
Visit www.mantwp.com
or scan QR code to register.
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Food Trucks And Flicks Friday Evenings / 5:00 pm
Manchester Township is excited to announce its lineup
for Food Truck and Flicks.
Join us in the park for a variety of foods from area food
trucks from 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM. This event is free and
open to the public, just pay as you eat! Some vendors
accept cash and credit cards, so it is best to check with
each vendor before ordering.
Food trucks will be set up to serve visitors in the parking
lot in front of Inspiring Hope Playground. Enter the park
at the Greenbriar road entrance.
Food Truck Dates:
Vendors subject to change – Check Manchester
Township Parks and Recreation Facebook Page for
updates.
June 7: Sarah’s Creamery, Mac Stack, Bayou Snow,
Johnny’s Eats and Treats, Sam and Jo Gyro
June 14: Lettusknow, Bayou Snow, Sarah’s Creamery,
Choco L’more
June 21: Sarah’s Creamery, Vampire Taco Truck,
Bojangles, Choco L’more, Bayou Snow
June 28: Lettusknow, Sarah’s Creamery, Bayou Snow,
Choco L’more
July 12: Lettusknow, Sarah’s Creamery, Dandelion
Thyme, Mac Stack, Choco L’more, Bayou Snow
July 19: Lettusknow, Sarah’s Creamery, Vampire Taco
Truck, Bayou Snow, Johnny’s Eats and Treats
July 26: Lettusknow, Sarah’s Creamery, Bayou Snow,
Messy Kitchen Cupcakes, Baltimore Style Pit Beef
Movie Dates & Time:
The outdoor movies will be held at Raver Stage and will
begin at dark.
June 7 – Super Mario Brothers
June 14 – Trolls Band Together
June 21 – Migration
June 28 – Top Gun Maverick
July 12 – Wonka
July 19 – Elemental
July 26 – The Hunger Games: The Ballad of
Songbirds and Snakes
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Grab a tent and enjoy
an evening being active with
other families, make a s’more,
sleep under the stars and wake
up refreshed in beautiful
Cousler Park! Bring your bikes,
yard games, sports equipment
and whatever camping gear
you need.
Where: Cousler Park
1060 Church Road
Manchester Township
Residents:
$15 / Family
Use coupon code “Campout” at
checkout to apply discount.
Manchester Township
Non-Residents:
$25 / Family
5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
Tent Set Up
6:00 pm
Dinner provided by
Manchester Township
6:30 pm
Gaga, Soccer, Basketball,
Fishing, Playground and more!
10:00 pm
Camp Fire / Lights Out
8:00 am
Breakfast
8:30 am – 9:00 am
Camp Clean Up
The Great Family Campout
Fri. May 10 / 5:00 pm – Sat. May 11 / 9:00 am
Visit www.mantwp.com
or scan QR code to register.
When:
Mondays, Wednesdays,
Fridays
Time:
12:30 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Where:
Manchester Township
Municipal Building
3200 Farmtrail Road
Cost:
Residents:
Free
Non-Residents:
$2 drop-in fee
Pickleball: Come play year round!
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It’s Just Around The Corner ... 2024-2025 Basketball Season
Manchester / Springetts Basketball Registrations
Registration for the 2024-25 Manchester Township Rec Sports basketball league will be open to boys and girls up to
grade 12, beginning September 1, 2024.
Visit mantwp.com for a link to our online registration platform beginning September 1, 2024. For questions or more
information please email the Recreation Director, Nate Lankford, at [email protected].
25% registration refunds will be oered to those persons who serve as a team head coach for the season.
Cost: K-2 8’ Rim - $75.00
1-2 10’ Rim - $130.00
All Other Age Groups
$130.00
Grade Groups:
Co-Ed Grade
K-2 / 8’ Rim
1-2 / 10’ Rim
Boys Grade
3–4, 5–6, 7–8, 9–12
Girls Grade
3–4, 5–6, 7–8, 9–12
Charlie Parker, an All American and
Hall of Fame inductee for the
Millersville University Basketball
Program, and a former professional
basketball player in European leagues
and the NBA G-League is oering two
sessions of skill development camps
to players of all skill levels. Players will
participate in drills involving ball
handling, footwork, scoring, passing,
defense, and shooting techniques
that will provide them a foundation to build upon and continue to raise
their level of play in the years to come. Competitive drills and games will
add to the excitement level of each camp and the overall experience for
all participants.
Registration and payment can be completed at mantwp.com or scan
the QR code.
CrunchTime Hoops Training Camp
Where: Manchester Twp. Bldg.
When: June 17 – 20
TIME & COST:
K – Grade 2
5:30 pm – 6:30 pm / $60
Grade 3 – 7
6:45 pm – 8:00 pm / $65
Kindergarten – Grade 2
Grade 3 – 7
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Summer Playground Program
Monday – Friday / June 10 – August 2, 2024 / 9:00 am – Noon
Supervised playground program includes a variety of daily age-appropriate activities that are enjoyed by hundreds of
children. To register for Summer Playground please visit – mantwp.com.
Capture the Flag
Card Club
Gaga Ball
Water Day
Water Balloon &
Squirt Gun Battles
Face Painting
Playground
Kick Ball
Crafts
Basketball
Soccer
Dodgeball
... And More!
Where:
Cousler Park
Church & Greenbriar Road
Mt. View Park
Raintree & Lewisberry Road
Nittany Park
Olmstead Way
Ages: 6 – 13
Children must have completed
Kindergarten
Cost:
Residents $60 / Child
Non-Residents $80 / Child
Counselor in Training - $10
Manchester Township Parks and Recreation is now accepting applications for Summer Playground
Counselors and Arts and Crafts Coordinator for the summer of 2024. Summer Playground runs June
10 – August 2, 2024. Applicants must be 16 years of age and older. Applications can be picked up and
returned to the Manchester Township Building, 3200 Farmtrail Road, York PA 17406. Applications are
also available on our website at www.mantwp.com and may be sent to [email protected]
when completed.
Summer Playground Positions
Active Adult Activities
Call 717-266-1400 for information.
Northeastern Senior Center serves the senior residents of a number of municipalities, including
Manchester Township. The Senior Center is located at 131 Center Street, Mount Wolf.
Northeastern Senior Center is actively seeking volunteers for various activities. Please call
717-266-1400 if interested.
Multi-Purpose Field Closing Information
To receive information any time the soccer, baseball & softball elds are closed:
Text the word @eldclose to the phone #81010. If you have any questions please contact 717-764-4646
extension 115 for more information.
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Baseball / Softball
Tee Ball
Manchester Township
Athletic Association
www.mtaaonline.org
Basketball
Manchester Township
717-764-4646
www.mantwp.com
York Youth Soccer League
717-741-6939
www.yysl.org
Keystone FC SOUTH
www.keystonefc.com or
[email protected]
Central York Lacrosse Club
[email protected]
Soccer
Lacrosse
Sports
Contact Persons
As contained in Chapter 16, Part I of the Codied Ordinances of
Manchester Township:
Smoking including but not limited to cigarettes, cigars, illegal drugs,
and vaping is prohibited in/on all Manchester Township park facilities
at any time.
Reminder For Manchester
Township Parks
Please Observe Park Rule #12 When Using All
Township Parks
The use of motorized vehicles, except on areas designated as driveways
or for parking during the time when recreational facilities are open to
the public and for Manchester Township maintenance vehicles, within
Manchester Township recreational facilities, is PROHIBITED. The term
“motorized vehicles” shall include, but not be limited to, licensed motor
vehicles as dened by the Pennsylvania Motor Vehicle Code, trail bikes
or dirt bikes, all-terrain vehicles (three or four wheeled,) snowmobiles,
golf carts and hoverboards.
Motorized Vehicles At Township Parks
Drones / RC Airplanes
The use of motorized model
airplanes and drones is restricted
to designated areas and
prohibited after 9:00 a.m. Model
rockets or the like are prohibited
at all times. The restricted hours
for the use of drones may be
modied upon written request to the township manager or recreation
director, and upon request of a written modication. The use of drones
must comply with applicable federal aviation administration (FAA)
regulations. The drone operator is responsible for compliance.
Section 16-111 of the Codied Ordinances of Manchester Township
York County Parks — Canine
Meadows: O-Leash Dog Area
A 13.5-acre regional o-leash, fenced dog area is
available at John Rudy County Park, 400 Mundis Race
Road, York.
For further information contact York County Parks at 717-840-7440 or
[email protected] or visit web site at www.yorkcountyparks.org.
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Recreation Facility Rental Fees  Eective Date January 1, 2024
Recreation Area Resident Non-Resident
Athletic Fields #1-10 $10.00 / per hour $25.00 / per hour
Athletic Fields #11-13, 16-18 No Fee $30.00 / per hour
Athletic Fields #14-15 No Fee $35.00 / per hour
Emigsville Park Building $175.00 + $250.00 sec. deposit $300.00 + $250.00 sec. deposit*
Johnston’s Park Building $175.00 + $250.00 sec. deposit $300.00 + $250.00 sec. deposit*
Park Pavilion (w/ electric) $60.00 $80.00
Park Pavilion (w/o electric) $40.00 $60.00
David A. Raver Stage
$30.00 Per Hour
+ $100.00 sec. deposit
$60.00 Per Hour
+ $100.00 sec. deposit
Multi-Purpose Room
(1/2 Room Rate)
$50.00 Per Hour
+ $50.00 sec. deposit
$65.00 Per Hour
+ $50.00 sec. deposit
Multi-Purpose Room
(Full Room Rate)
$75.00 Per Hour
+ $50.00 sec. deposit
$95.00 Per Hour
+ $50.00 sec. deposit
York County Libraries
Martin Library Satellite Service
York County residents can order books and other library
materials online at york.sparkpa.org or by calling Martin
Library at 717-846-5300.
Pickup and drop o is simple! Just bring your library card to
the Manchester Township Building located at 3200 Farmtrail
Road.
8:00 am to 4:00 pm Monday
through Friday.
Pick Up Your Dogs Poo!
Manchester Township Code of Ordinance Section 2-103 states that the owner of any dog that defecates on
any private or public land within Manchester Township must immediately remove or clean up such
deposit or be subject to a ne of up to $1,000.00.
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The Home Delivered Meals Program is designed to provide a well-balanced daily meal to homebound older
adults who are unable to prepare adequate meals for themselves and have no other means for assuring healthful
nutrition.
On Monday, Wednesday and Friday, a hot meal is delivered to the older adult’s home. Tuesday and Thursday meals
are a cold bag lunch delivered with the previous day’s hot meal.
Volunteers from the local senior center deliver the meals to the older adult’s home. The Northeastern Senior
Center is seeking volunteers for home delivered meals, please call 717-266-1400 if interested. Although this is a
brief contact it does provide a check on the well being of the homebound individual. The home delivered meal
service is not a cost shared service.
Monetary donations can be made to the York County Area Agency on Aging.
Care managers need to complete an in-home assessment to determine eligibility for Home Delivered Meals.
Eligibility For Home Delivered Meals
To be eligible for Home Delivered Meals services an individual must be:
• A York County resident in a non-institutional setting.
• 60 years of age or older.
• Have a physical, mental or emotional disability, which prohibits the individual
from leaving his/her residence on a regular basis and/or prevents them from
preparing a nutritious meal.
• Living alone or with someone who also meets the above criteria
Home Delivered Meals
Home Delivered Meals
Monday – Friday / 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
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Rent-A-Kid Program
Call for a Rent-A-Kid in Your Area
York County seniors interested in help
with spring cleanup, mowing, yard
work, electronic devices, or with other
household chores are encouraged to
arrange for a Rent-A-Kid.
The Rent-A-Kid program, sponsored by
the York County Area Agency on Aging,
is an intergenerational program that
connects York County older adults and teenagers together.
For over 30 years, Kids have been helping and learning
from older adults through the Rent-A-Kid program. It
gives individual teenagers the chance to help York County
senior citizens, 60 years or older, with indoor and outdoor
household chores. The senior needs to be agreeable to a
reimbursement of a minimum of $5/hour, or a negotiated
rate based on the job.
Interested York County residents age 60 or older can
get assistance by calling Hope Eberly at 717-771-9103
or 1-800-632-9073. Information is also available at
www.ycaaa.org.
Osher Lifelong Learning
Institute / OLLI
For adults who never stop
experiencing life, there is a place that
celebrates learning in a relaxed and
accepting environment. We invite you
to join us in a learning adventure
through the Osher Lifelong Learning
Institute at Penn State York (OLLI at
Penn State York).
OLLI at Penn State York provides
educational courses, trips, social
activities, and special events for its
members. Whether you’re just
intellectually curious, interested in
discovering new facts, building social
connections, or even wanting to stay
young at heart, OLLI is for you. No
tests, no grades, no stress. All for the
love of learning! Courses are noncredit
and are oered during the day.
There is a $50 membership fee. For
more information please visit the
website at olli.york.psu.edu or call
the oce at 717-771-4015.
All classes, programs,
and bus trips are
subject to adequate
participation. You will
be contacted ONLY if the
activity is cancelled.
Class Cancellations
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Emigsville Park and Johnston’s
Park Buildings as well as
Pavilions are now available to
rent online! To rent a building
or pavilion:
Go To
www.mantwp.com
1
On Homepage,
Click On Recreation
2
Click On Building &
Pavilion Rentals
3
4
Select the Building or
Pavilion you would
like to rent
5
YOU MUST CREATE AN ACCOUNT IF
YOU DO NOT ALREADY HAVE ONE IN
ORDER TO MAKE A RESERVATION!
YOU ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR PICKING
UP THE KEY FOR THE BUILDING ONE
BUSINESS DAY PRIOR TO YOUR
RENTAL. ALSO PLEASE REMEMBER TO
RETURN YOUR KEY THE NEXT
BUSINESS DAY AFTER YOUR RENTAL!!!
Please check website for Township
oce hours and holiday closings.
Online Building
Rentals and Pavilions!
Monday
SilverSneakers
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EnerChi™ ............................................9:15 am – 10:00 am
SilverSneakers
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Classic ..............................................10:15 am – 11:00 am
SilverSneakers
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Walking Cardio ................................11:15 am – 12:00 pm
Tuesday
SilverSneakers
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Yoga ....................................................9:15 am – 10:00 am
SilverSneakers
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Strength & Balance ........................10:15 am – 11:00 am
SilverSneakers
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Seated Cardio ..................................11:15 am – 12:00 pm
Wednesday
SilverSneakers
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BOOM™...............................................9:15 am – 10:00 am
SilverSneakers
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Walking Cardio ................................10:15 am – 11:00 am
SilverSneakers
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Yoga ..................................................11:15 am – 12:00 pm
Thursday
SilverSneakers
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EnerChi™ ............................................9:15 am – 10:00 am
SilverSneakers
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Strength & Balance ........................10:15 am – 11:00 am
SilverSneakers
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Classic ..............................................11:15 am – 12:00 pm
Friday
SilverSneakers
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BOOM™...............................................9:15 am – 10:00 am
SilverSneakers
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Walking Cardio ................................10:15 am – 11:00 am
SilverSneakers
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Yoga ..................................................11:15 am – 12:00 pm
SilverSneakers
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Programs
Where:
Manchester Township Building
3200 Farmtrail Road
York, PA 17406
Instructor:
Rhonda Smith
c/o Remain Calm, LLC
[email protected]
443-854-4161
Click on
Facility Rentals
Cost:
Punch cards are available for
participants without Renew Active
®
or
SilverSneakers
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benets. 5 punches for
$20. Unlimited Monthly attendance
$35, paid on the 1st or 15th.
Register in person.
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SUPERVISOR’S NEWS
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SUPERVISOR’S NEWS
Manchester Township Newsletter
SUPERVISOR’S NEWS
Office
3200 Farmtrail Road
York, PA 17406-5699
Phone
717-764-4646
Hours
Monday – Friday
8 am – 4:30 pm
E-Mail
[email protected]
Board Of Supervisors
Rodney K. Brandstedter
Debra K. McCune
Craig M. Miller
Harry M. Long, Jr.
David J. Chiaverini
Supervisors Meetings
Held the 2nd Tuesday of each
Month at 6:00 pm at the Municipal
Building unless otherwise posted
on our website.
Township Manager
Timothy R. James
Administrative Director
Kimberly A. Hackett
Finance Director
Danelle L. Goodwin
Public Works Superintendent
Robert Hartman
Zoning/Planning Officer
Rachel M. Vega
Staff Engineer:
Benedict “B.J.” Treglia
YAUFR Fire Chief
Daniel J. Ho
NYCRPD Police Chief
David L. Lash
For information about the township and events please visit our website
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Pennsylvania property tax is assessed
based on the millage rates established
by three entities: County, School,
and Municipality.
Here in Manchester Township our
property taxes are divided among
York County, Central York School District,
and Manchester Township.
The rates are as follows:
21.87 mills Central York School District
6.9 mills York County
1.00 mill Manchester Township
29.77 mills Total Property Tax
One mill is equal to 1/1,000 of a dollar tax on your property value, so if your property
is worth $100,000 your tax will be $2,977.00. $2,187.00 goes to the school district
$690 goes to the county $100.00 goes to our local government. Manchester
Township does not receive any portion of either county or school taxes.
Compare Manchester Township
Comparing apples to apples between municipalities isn't easy. Many factors affect the cost
and responsibilities a municipality must cover, such as miles of road to maintain, overall
acreage, total population, and local services. The closest population comparison to
Manchester Township may be West Manchester Township.
Who Gets Our Property Taxes?
Central York
School District
York
County
Manchester Township
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As a way to oer you
more convenient ways
to pay your sewer/
trash bills, Manchester
Township now oers
online payments and
paperless billing options.
We have partnered
with Xpress Bill Pay,
the premier provider
of online & electronic
payment systems. All
you need is an internet
connection and an email address. It is simple to use. Every quarter we’ll send you a reminder email to let you know
when your bill is online. Then, you just log into your account at xpressbillpay.com or use our mobile app to view your
bill. When you’re ready to pay your bill, select a payment type. You can pay with credit card, debit card, or electronic
funds transfer. Enter the information and you are done! It’s that easy, and only takes you a few minutes each quarter.
Or you can set up your bill on Auto Pay and have it automatically paid for you each quarter. To sign up, go to
www.mantwp.com and follow the instructions there, or go to www.xpressbillpay.com.
3 Easy Ways
to Manage and Pay
Your Bills with
Manchester Township!
Auto Pay
Set it up once and never
worry about paying on
time ever again.
Paperless Billing
Get rid of the clutter and
go paperless. Get notified
via email or text when
your statement is ready.
Pay by Text
Set up text notifications
and then simply reply
“PAY” to have your bill
paid in full.
1.
Create a free on-line account
Go to www.xpressbillpay.com or download the app.
www.xpressbillpay.com
Download Xpress Bill Pay
App today!
Manchester Township Partners with:
2.
Pay without creating an account
CHECK OUT AS A GUEST:
• Go to www.mantwp.com
• Go to Pay Bill Online
• Click CHECKOUT AS GUEST
3.
Pay by phone with a live operator
1-385-218-0343 Xpress Bill Pay Customer Support
3 Easy Ways
to Manage and Pay
Your Bills with
Manchester Township!
Auto Pay
Set it up once and never
worry about paying on
time ever again.
Paperless Billing
Get rid of the clutter and
go paperless. Get notified
via email or text when
your statement is ready.
Pay by Text
Set up text notifications
and then simply reply
“PAY” to have your bill
paid in full.
1.
Create a free on-line account
Go to www.xpressbillpay.com or download the app.
www.xpressbillpay.com
Download Xpress Bill Pay
App today!
Manchester Township Partners with:
2.
Pay without creating an account
CHECK OUT AS A GUEST:
• Go to www.mantwp.com
• Go to Pay Bill Online
• Click CHECKOUT AS GUEST
3.
Pay by phone with a live operator
1-385-218-0343 Xpress Bill Pay Customer Support
3 Easy Ways
to Manage and Pay
Your Bills with
Manchester Township!
Auto Pay
Set it up once and never
worry about paying on
time ever again.
Paperless Billing
Get rid of the clutter and
go paperless. Get notified
via email or text when
your statement is ready.
Pay by Text
Set up text notifications
and then simply reply
“PAY” to have your bill
paid in full.
1.
Create a free on-line account
Go to www.xpressbillpay.com or download the app.
www.xpressbillpay.com
Download Xpress Bill Pay
App today!
Manchester Township Partners with:
2.
Pay without creating an account
CHECK OUT AS A GUEST:
• Go to www.mantwp.com
• Go to Pay Bill Online
• Click CHECKOUT AS GUEST
3.
Pay by phone with a live operator
1-385-218-0343 Xpress Bill Pay Customer Support
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York County residents may
anonymously deliver unused
prescription and over-the-
counter medications to secure
Medication Return Boxes
located in nearly all York County
Police Department lobbies.
There is no fee and the boxes
are available year-round during
lobby hours as listed, except on
holidays. Residents interested in
disposing of medication in a Medication Return Box
location should remove their personal information from
containers before disposal.
Place unused medications in your regular garbage – To
minimize potential impacts to human health and the
environment, take medication out of its original container
and mix it with an undesirable substance, such as used
coee grounds or kitty litter. The medication will be less
appealing to children and pets, and unrecognizable to
people who may intentionally go through your trash.
Place the mixture in a sealed bag, can or other container
to prevent the medication from leaking. Before disposing
of a prescription medicine container, destroy all
identifying information to protect your identity and
personal health information.
Free prescription medication delivery at the RRC – Make
an appointment to deliver your unused prescription (no
over-the-counter) medications to the RRC at no charge.
Prescription medications accepted must come from a
single York County household (medications collected
from multiple households cannot be accepted). Residents
must call 717-845-1066 to make an appointment to
deliver prescription medications to the RRC and are
required to complete a brief registration form. At the
RRC, residents will be escorted by an Authority
representative to dispose of the medications. The
disposal process takes approximately 20 minutes.
For more information about the Authority’s secure
medication take-back box program or to nd a location
near you, visit the Authority’s web site at: www.ycswa.com.
Medication
Take-Back
Box Program
Have An Old Or Torn
American Flag?
Bring your old or torn American Flags to be retired by
Cub Scout Pack 67 at a future ceremony.
Collection box available at:
Manchester Township Building
3200 Farmtrail Road, York, PA 17406
Cub Pack 67 meets at Dover
United Church of Christ on
Wednesdays from 7 pm to 8 pm,
45 West Canal Street, Dover
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Tips from your Tax Collector
It is tax time again and I would like to
remind you to PLEASE WRITE A
CONTACT PHONE NUMBER ON
YOUR CHECK. Unlisted phone
numbers make it dicult to reach
you if there is a question or problem
with your check, resulting in missed
rebates and late payments.
The rebate period for 2024 County/
Township payments ends at midnight
on April 15, 2024. The oce window
will be open from 9:00 am to 4:30 pm
on Monday, April 15th for last minute
payments. Any payments received in
the night drop box on the morning of
April 16th will be considered paid at
rebate. Please do not ask me to
break the law and accept payments
after the deadline.
I receive many requests for changes
to the homeowner information on
the tax bills. Please note, for your
protection, I am not able to change
the name printed on your tax notice.
The name on the tax bill comes from
the York County deed database. If
you would like to change your name
due to marriage, etc. it must be
changed at the Recorder of Deeds
oce. The only exception is I can
remove a deceased spouse’s name
from the bill at the surviving spouse’s
request with a copy of the death
certicate.
Please call the tax oce at
717-767-6689 with any questions.
Jean Stambaugh / Manchester
Township Tax Collector
Tax Collector–Window Hours
Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday
12:00-3:00 pm, except for April 15th
(9:00 am – 4:30 pm) and holidays.
As always, a secure night slot on the
outside of the township building is
available for payments when the
window is closed.
Penn Waste will be performing this service. Please visit
the website for additional information pennwaste.com.
Items will need to be placed at curbside by 6:00 am.
“Yard Waste” materials are dened as tree trimmings,
shrubbery and any other organic landscape vegetation,
excluding grass clippings.
Materials should be packaged as follows:
•  Place items in either Biodegradable Kraft bags or tied
in easily handled bundles.
•  Bundles should be no longer than four (4) feet in length.
•  Bundles should not weigh more than 30 lbs. each.
•  Branches should not exceed 6 inches in diameter.
The following items should not be placed out for
Yard Waste Collection:
•  Leaf Waste (Note: Manchester Township provides
this service)
•  Dirt or Stones
• Fruits and/or Vegetables
• Any material in a Plastic Bag
Held the 4th Saturday of each month
March – November:
Yard Waste Collection
April 27, 2024
May 25, 2024
June 22, 2024
July 27, 2024
August 24, 2024
September 28, 2024
October 26, 2024
November 23, 2024
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HOW? A few simple steps will allow you to close your street for some fun.
Your request should be submitted in writing, in a timely fashion, to the attention of the township manager.
Please include the following in your request:
1. The date and time of the block party, & whether there is a rain date.
2. A drawing showing the exact location and whether there is an alternate route which can be used by motorists
while the road is closed.
3. The signature of all property owners adjacent to the section of the aected roadway which you would like to close
indicating they have no objection.
The Board of Supervisors must authorize any closures of township streets (this does not include state roadways)
Once these steps are followed, the Board will most likely grant your request. Upon granting such a request, the
Board directs that the township public works department drop o barricades which can be used to close the roadway
during your block party. The township does request you keep all tables and chairs to one side, so in the event that
there would be an emergency situation an ambulance, re truck or police car, could easily gain access to the area by
using the side of the roadway where there are no obstacles.
Lets Have A Neighborhood Block Party
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Central York School District provides
a high-quality academic experience
within a supporve, valued, collaborave
community that promotes students’
personal growth and the pursuit of their
passions and interests.
Our Miion Our Vision
Pursuing Excellence:
All Panthers.
Every Day.
In All Ways.
Central York
School District
Greengs Manchester Township!
On behalf of the Central York Community, we are pleased to partner with
the township to share with you various updates from the District.
We were recently one of the rst few districts in the state to receive a Great
PA School Designaon from the Pennsylvania School Boards Associaon,
and ranked in the top three school districts in York County according
to Niche.com for the start of 2024. From athlecs to arts, our Panthers
connue to excel in all avenues.
We invite you to visit our District Website at www.cysd.k12.pa.us for the
latest news and events about your school district.
Thank you for your connued support. -pja
Peter J. Aiken, Ed. D
Superintendent
Community Update
www.cysd.k12.pa.us | (717) 846-6789
WE ARE HIRINGWE ARE HIRING
GOLDEN AGE PASSESGOLDEN AGE PASSES
Scan the QR
code or visit
our District
website to
learn about
various career
opportunies
here at
Central York.
In addion to our comprehensive
benets, me o, and sta
development program, Central York:
• Is one of the Top 50 Employers in
York County (PA Department of
Labor)
• One of the Best Communies
for Music Educaon (NAMM
Foundaon)
• One of the Top 75 most diverse
school districts in PA (Niche.com)
• Oers a device to every student
to expand their learning
More than 5,000 students and
approximately 800 employees make
our District great. Apply today!
Golden Age Passes allow District
residents ages 65 and older to free
admission to school-sponsored
events including home athlec
events, plays, musical producons,
and other Central York programs that
may have an admission fee. They do
not apply to PIAA playo games.
Passes are available at the
Educaonal Service Center located
at 775 Marion Road, York, PA. A
driver’s license or idencaon card
for proof of age and residence is
required. The District Oce is open
7:30AM - 4:30PM during the week.
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MS4 / Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System
1. Use fertilizers sparingly and
sweep up driveways and
gutters.
2. Never dump anything down
storm drains or in streams.
3. Vegetate bare spots in your
yard.
4. Compost your yard waste.
5. Use least toxic pesticides,
follow labels, and learn how to
prevent pest problems.
6. Direct downspouts away from
paved surfaces; consider a
rain garden to capture runo.
7. Take your car to the car wash
instead of washing it in the
driveway.
8. Check your car for leaks and
recycle your motor oil.
9. Pick up after your pet.
10. Have your septic tank pumped
and system inspected
regularly.
For additional information visit:
www.epa.gov/npdes
PLEASE DO NOT POLLUTE. 10 things you can do at home:
Under the Pennsylvania
Governmental Immunity Statute,
Manchester Township has limited
legal responsibility for sewer and
water backups. You should contact
your homeowner’s or commercial
insurance agent to make sure you
carry coverage for sewer and water
backups under your homeowner’s
or commercial property policy.
Some homeowner’s policies do not
include this coverage automatically.
We recommend that you purchase
this valuable coverage.
Sewer Backup Claims
Primary
Election
Day
When: Tuesday, April 23, 2024
If you have any questions concerning elections or
polling places, please contact the York County
Elections Oce at 717-771-9604.
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Fireghters and emergency personnel
may need to nd your home quickly if an
emergency occurs. It is dicult for
emergency personnel to nd homes and
businesses when address numbers are
not properly posted.
Applications for address markers are
available at:
3200 Farmtrail Road
York, PA 17406-5699
Cost: $15.00
Manchester Township
Career Fireghters Oer
Reective Address Markers.
Department Of
Fire Services
Fire Department Contact
Information
911 Hang Up Calls
Ordinance #2007-03
ADA Notice
Emergency – 911
For business related information contact
Department of Fire Services or paid
personnel at the 24 hour manned station
at 3200 Farmtrail Road: 717-992-2679
For the Alert Fire Company trustees or
other business, call the volunteer station
at 3118 North George Street in Emigsville:
717-764-1148
It is important that all telephone owners
be responsible for the proper use of their
telephones so that police ocers are not
required to spend important patrol time in
responding to false 911 calls.
An excessive number of 911 hang up calls
from a telephone will result in the
assessment of fees or penalties in
accordance with ordinance #2007-03.
Please be responsible for the proper use of
telephones.
If you are a person with a disability and
wish to attend any township meetings,
please contact the oce at least three (3)
business days prior to discuss how your
needs may be served.
Emergency Contacts
Notices and Reminders
Animal Control Ordinance / #2009-05
In 2009 the Manchester Township Board of Supervisors adopted an animal
control ordinance which addresses the keeping of domestic animals, as
well as feral cat(s), and requires that anyone “keeping” a feral cat or cats,
must see that they have been trapped, neutered and released (TNR) back
into the wild.
The York County SPCA (717-764-6109) or Manchester Township’s animal
enforcement ocer, Michelle Klugh (Klugh Animal Control)
(717-916-1413), can provide assistance with feral cats.
PLEASE BE RESPONSIBLE IN HELPING PROTECT PUBLIC HEALTH AND
SAFETY BY PARTICIPATING IN A TNR PROGRAM TO CONTROL THE
FERAL CAT POPULATION.
Smoke Testing Sewer Lines
When: Monday through Friday. 7:00 am to 3:30 pm
NOTICE — Manchester Township Public Works Department
periodically conducts smoke tests of the sanitary sewer lines.
Smoke should not enter premises unless a leak is present. This smoke is
non-toxic, non-corrosive, and will not leave a stain. If smoke enters a home,
it will soon dissipate. Opening doors and windows will help. Any presence
of smoke within the house should be reported to the township oce at
717-764-4646. Avoid unnecessary exposure to the smoke. The smoke is
relatively harmless, but all smoke is temporary and quickly disappears after
exposure has ceased.
Smoke Testing Areas
Raintree Lightner Tract/Beshore Tract
Vintage Acres Mountainview
Aurora Heights Farmbrook Meadows
Gwendale
**PLEASE DO NOT REMOVE THE GREEN FLAG IN YOUR YARD.**
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Accepted Items:
• Computers – Devices PC’s/
Laptops/Servers
• Computer Peripherals –
Keyboards, Mice, Printers, etc.
• Computer Monitors
• Televisions of all types (Limit of 5 TVs per resident per visit)
• Audio/Video Devices – CD/DVD/VHS/Blue-Ray Players, MP3 Players,
Projectors, Ampliers, Receivers, Recorders, Stereos, Video Game
Consoles, etc.
• Communication Devices – Cell Phones, Smartphones, Telephones,
Answering Machines, Pagers, etc.
• Food Preparation Devices – Microwaves, Coee Makers, Mixers, Blenders,
Toasters, etc.
• Healthcare Devices – Blood Pressure Monitors, CPAP Machines (remove
mask), TENS Units, etc.
• Networking Devices – Modems, Routers, Servers, Switches, Hubs, etc.
• Power Tools – Drills, Sanders, Saws, etc. that are powered using an
electrical cord
• Printing Devices – Printers, Copier/Scanners, Fax Machines, Typewriters,
Word Processors, etc.
• Electronic Device Hardware – Circuit boards, Hard drives, Processors,
Power Suppliers, Converters, etc.
• Wires and Cables used in the operation of electronic devices
For more information, call (717) 845-1066 or visit: www.ycswa.com
Electronics Recycling
Where: York County Solid Waste Authority’s
Recycling Drop-O Facility,
2651 Blackbridge Road, York, PA
Mon. – Fri. / 8 am – 4 pm
Sat. / 8 am – Noon
Recycle
Reminder
Please place all of your trash and
recyclables at the curb by 6:00 am the
day of your scheduled collection.
Do NOT place trash receptacles at your
collection point more than 24 hours
before the scheduled collection.
This would be a violation of Section
20-105.1 of the Manchester Township
Code of Ordinances.
It is also a violation of Section 20-210
to steal recyclable materials from
recycling containers.
Whenever there is a theft or
disgurement of road signs and other
Township property, this vandalism
costs tax dollars to replace and
repair – dollars that could be spent
elsewhere.
If you witness abuse on public
property, please dial 911 to report
it. If you have information after the
fact, please report it to the Township
oce at 717-764-4646 or to the
Northern York County Regional Police
Department at 717-292-3647.
A lost & found is located at the
township oce. If you are missing
items and may have left them at one
of our parks or in our gym, please
check at the municipal oce.
Vandalism Costs You…
Lost & Found
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NORTHERN YORK COUNTY REGIONAL POLICE DEPARTMENT
We're excited to announce that the Northern York County Regional Police Department has joined
Neighbors by Ring! The 'Neighbors' app is a digital neighborhood watch right on your phone where you
can get real-time crime and safety alerts from your neighbors and law enforcement.
NYCRPD will be using 'Neighbors' to monitor crime in your area and send you updates on key crime
incidents so you can all stay informed. By working together, we can all make our area a safer
community.
Download the free 'Neighbors' app today to see what's happening in your neighborhood
OR TEXT northernyorkcounty to 555-888 from your smartphone
NORTHERN YORK COUNTY REGIONAL POLICE DEPARTMENT
We’re excited to announce that the Northern York County Regional Police Department has
joined Neighbors by Ring! The ‘Neighbors’ app is a digital neighborhood watch right on your
phone where you can get real-time crime and safety alerts from your neighbors and law en-
forcement.
NYCRPD will be using ‘Neighbors’ to monitor crime in your area and send you updates on key
crime incidents so you can all stay informed. By working together, we can all make our area
a safer community.
Download the free ‘Neighbors’ app (https://download.ring.com/northernyorkcounty)
today to see what’s happening in your neighborhood
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Per Ordinance #2007-01, don’t place basketball hoops or
other sporting equipment in roadway or in road right-of-
way so play can occur in the street.
The following are strictly prohibited and declared a
nuisance:
a) The throwing, pushing, blowing, placing or plowing of
snow from private property into or onto a cartway of any
street.
b) Piling snow more than 3 feet high within the clear
sight triangle of any intersection of any street.
c) The placing of mulch, stone, dirt or building materials
from private property into or onto a cartway of any street.
d) Basketball hoops or other sports equipment within
the street or road right-of-way.
e) Detached trailers or storage units within the cartway.
f) Dumping of any substances (oil, grass, etc.) into any
storm sewer.
Stone or brick mailboxes require a road occupancy
permit before construction.
Any person who violates or fails to comply with these
provisions may be ned up to $600.00 per day.
Nuisance Ordinance
Leaves Don’t Belong
In The Stormdrain
When it rains, it drains! Clean up leaves
from the stormdrain at home, work or play.
For more information about what you
can do to help keep clean water and
save the Chesapeake Bay, contact
the Watershed Alliance of York, Inc.
watershedallianceofyork.org
The Drain Is Just For
The Rain
It is illegal to dump anything into the
storm sewers located along the streets.
Do not dump used oil, gasoline, or grass
clippings into the storm sewers.
Vacations
The NYCRPD oers a free service for all residents
when they are away from their homes on vacation.
The NYCRPD will conduct periodic home checks to
insure that your home is secure while you are away.
Please complete the form on www.nycrpd.org
and call 911 when you return home to cancel the
home check. Relax and enjoy your vacation!
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Zoning Spotlight
Alicia Johnson joined the Manchester Township Zoning Department in July 2023 as the Codes Enforcement
Ocer. One of Alicia’s main responsibilities is to respond to resident property complaints. When a property
complaint is received a site inspection will be conducted. If a violation is found, Alicia will contact the property
owner via letter to seek resolution of the violation. Upon receipt of a letter, the property owner should contact
the oce to resolve the violation. If there is no resolution, a Notice of Violation would follow. A continued lack of
resolution would result in a formal ling with the Magisterial District Judge. Alicia works hard to help residents
come into compliance.
Alicia and the Zoning Team also work to ensure building permits are completed and Certicate of Occupancy are
issued. Please consider this as a reminder to contact the township oce at the conclusion of permitted work as
this will aid in the process and assist with open permit backlogs.
Alicia’s job has her out throughout Manchester Township. If you see her, she will display a township employee
identication badge and adorn Manchester Township apparel. If you need to contact Alicia, please do so at
[email protected] or 717-764-4646 extension 103.
All construction, additions, placement of prebuilt structures
(sheds, swimming pools, etc), paving, patios, fences, and
decks require that a permit be obtained BEFORE any work
can legally be started. This includes inatable swimming pools
over 18” if new or previously removed.
State law requires the township to adopt the Uniform
Construction Code (UCC), better known as the “building
code”. The UCC allows a municipality up to 15 working days
to review a permit application for residential properties and
either grant or reject the permit from the time a completed
application is submitted to the municipality. A completed
application includes a completely lled out application form,
3 copies or an electronic version of a site plan for the entire
lot showing all existing and proposed improvements on
the lot (including driveways, buildings, patios, decks, and
sidewalks) with all dimensions and distances to property
lines and 3 copies or an electronic version of all
documentation related to the proposed improvements.
Manchester Township strives to process the permits as
quickly as possible although during busy times of the year it
may take the full 15 working days. NO WORK can be started
until you have a granted permit in hand and a placard placed in a location that can be seen from the street.
The permit application can be found online at mantwp.com. Then click on the forms tab and you can nd the application.
Permit applications and supporting documents can be dropped o in person or emailed to [email protected].
Plan Ahead For Building Permits
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It is Spring!!
Time to Change Those Batteries in Your Smoke Detectors!!!
If you have a sealed smoke detector with a 10-year battery
test the detector by pressing the test button to activate.
Check the dates on all your detectors. We recommend
replacing all smoke and CO detectors every 10 years.
Hard wired smoke detectors should have a battery backup.
Replace the battery to ensure operation in a power outage.
Smoke and Carbon Monoxide detectors come in many
styles and models. If you have any questions on what
you need for your home contact York Area United Fire &
Rescue.
We recommend at least one detector on each oor of your
home. And prefer one in every bedroom. (Sleeping with
your bedroom door closed)
You can install individual smoke and Cardon Monoxide
detectors or purchase combination detectors which are
both smoke and Carbon Monoxide detecting.
If you are in need, have any questions on types of detectors
or installation, please give us a call.
York Area United Fire & Rescue
717-718-2383
Or jump on our website click on How do I? Click on Get a
smoke detector or Contact YAUFR.
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Any building or zoning permit application that proposes
any new impervious area must rst satisfy the requirements
of the storm water management ordinance.
Ultimately it is the property owners’ responsibility to
control runo from their property.
This requirement is a mandate from the United States
Environmental Protection Agency EPA, Pennsylvania
Department of Environmental Protection DEP and the
County of York. Manchester Township passed Ordinance
2022-06 in order to comply with the mandate. Failure to
comply with the mandates would subject the township as
a whole to penalties from either DEP and/or EPA.
Put simply, if property owner builds or places on their
lot something that covers the ground so that rainwater
cannot penetrate or that will not allow grass to grow
something must be done to allow the runo to soak
into the ground under a normal rain condition.
Anyone applying for a Building or Zoning Permit is required
to address the storm water runo from any new
impervious area to be installed or placed on any lot.
You will need to know the measurements of all structures,
patios, sidewalks, swimming pools and paving, existing
and proposed, on your lot in order obtain a storm water
permit to meet these requirements BEFORE a building or
zoning permit will be able to be issued.
Storm Water
Management Requirements
3 Foot Hedges
Tree Trimming Ordinance
#2014-01
Property owners are required to maintain clearance of trees and similar
vegetation from the street cartway (curb to curb) to a height above
the cartway of fourteen feet (14’). Upon notication of a violation, the
property owner shall have 30 days to correct the violation prior to being
subject to penalties.
Ordinance #2014-01 is available for review on the township web site
mantwp.com.
When considering your clean up and/or landscaping, please remember
to keep your trees, hedges and bushes trimmed to no higher than three
feet (3’) within the clear sight triangle of any intersection of any street to
improve safety and visibility.
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Citizens Of
MANCHESTER, SPRING GARDEN, and SPRINGETTSBURY TOWNSHIPS
Are proudly protected by the men and women of
York Area United Fire and Rescue
Pennsylvania’s First Regional Combination Fire Department
For more information on re department activity and services, membership
information and contact information please visit our website at yaufr.com
Sign up for our quarterly newsletter and keep up to date with everything your re
department is doing to be a service to our citizens.
YORK AREA UNITED FIRE & RESCUE
Daniel Ho, Fire Chief
717-718-2383
York, PA 1740250 Commons Drive
West Nile
How can you reduce the number of mosquitoes around
your home and neighborhood?
Mosquitoes breed in standing water. Even a small bucket
that has stagnant water in it for seven days can become
home to up to 1,000 mosquitoes. Here are some easy tips
to eliminate standing water:
• Dispose of tin cans, plastic containers, ceramic pots
or similar water holding containers that have
accumulated on your property. Do not overlook
containers that have become overgrown by aquatic
vegetation.
• Pay special attention to discarded tires that may have
accumulated on your property.
• Drill holes in the bottom of recycling containers that
are left out of doors. Drainage holes that are located
on the container sides collect enough water for
mosquitoes to breed in.
• Clean clogged roof gutters on an annual basis,
particularly if the leaves from surrounding trees have
a tendency to plug up the drains. Roof gutters are
easily overlooked but can produce millions of
mosquitoes each season.
• Turn over plastic wading pools when not in use. A
wading pool becomes a mosquito producer if it is not
used on a regular basis.
• Turn over wheelbarrows and do not allow water to
stagnate in birdbaths. Both provide breeding habitat
for domestic mosquitoes.
• Aerate ornamental pools or stock them with sh.
Water gardens are fashionable but become major
mosquito producers if they are allowed to stagnate.
Clean and chlorinate swimming pools that are not
being used. A swimming pool that is left untended by
a family that goes on vacation for a month can produce
enough mosquitoes to result in neighborhood-wide
complaints. Be aware that mosquitoes may even
breed in the water that collects on swimming
pool covers.
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Project Lifesaver provides law enforcement with a
program designed to protect, and when necessary,
quickly locate individuals with cognitive disorders who
are prone to the life threatening behavior of wandering.
The necessity of this program was determined through
the correlation between cognitive conditions and the act
of wandering. The program has grown from a localized
program to a program recognized internationally as a
proven and eective method of “bringing loved ones
home.”
The method relies on proven radio technology and
specially trained search and rescue teams. Citizens
enrolled in Project Lifesaver wear a small transmitter on
the wrist or ankle that emits an individualized frequency
signal. If an enrolled client goes missing, the caregiver
noties their local Project Lifesaver agency, and a trained
emergency team responds to the wanderer’s area. The
rst responders will then use the client’s individualized
frequency to locate the position of the individual.
The Northern York County Regional Police Department
has nine ocers trained in the operation of the Project
Lifesaver Program. Four of these ocers are School
Resource Ocers.
If you are a Parent, Guardian or Caregiver of an individual
that is at risk of wandering away and you feel they should
be enrolled in the Project Lifesaver Program please visit
www.nycrpd.org and complete the information on the
Project Lifesaver Page located on the right side of the
home page.
If you don’t believe that your loved one is a wandering risk
but would like to provide the NYCRPD with information
about their at risk or special circumstances, please visit
www.nycrpd.org and complete the information on the
At Risk Individual / Special Circumstances Page located
on the right side of the home page.
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Street Sweeping
The Manchester Township Public Works
Dept. will be performing street sweeping
throughout the spring. We will try to get to
all areas as expeditiously as possible.
Please be cooperative by moving all vehicles
from posted streets.
Slow Down...
The spring weather will bring some added dangers while driving in residential areas. Young children are playing
outdoors, walkers, bikers, runners, and other pedestrians will also be out in force. Are you driving too fast for
conditions?
The Northern York County Regional Police Department receives several complaints each week in regards to
vehicles exceeding the speed limit in numerous neighborhoods. Please be mindful of your speed and the inherent
dangers while driving through the neighborhood.
The Board of Supervisors and police department jointly ask you to please eliminate the risks inherent with
speeding vehicles by slowing down.
Solicitor’s Permits
Solicitor’s permits are required in Manchester Township.
Permits are issued by Northern York County Regional Police Department
1445 E. Canal Road, Dover, PA 17315
If you do not want solicitors, you must post a sign at least 3”X5” with letters no less than 1/3” in height
near the main entrance of your residence. Sign must read “NO SOLICITORS”. Each residence must be
posted; signs at entrance to developments are not permitted or enforced.
Alert Fire Company Hall Rental
The Social Hall is available to be rented for personal parties and/or business functions.
The proceeds from the rentals are used to oset the expenses of the operation of the
volunteer re station.
Where: 3118 N. George St, Emigsville
For Hall Rentals call 717-324-1583
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LIVING GREEN: RAIN BARRELS
West Manchester, Manchester, & Dover Townships
Present
RAIN BARRELS
Learn why Rain Barrels are so beneficial for the environment! Learn how to
use and make your own rain barrel.
THURSDAY APRIL11, 2024
6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Presentation by: PENN STATE EXT.
Everyone is welcome to join us for this free event at the:
West Manchester Township Building
380 East Berlin Road, York PA 17408
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Spotted Lanterny
Agriculture Secretary Russell Redding shared some scary thoughts while reminding Pennsylvanians to be vigilant
against the Spotted Lanterny as the bugs begin laying eggs on at surfaces to hatch in the spring.
“Every Spotted Lanterny egg mass not scraped and destroyed now is up to 50 more of these invasive, destructive
bugs we can expect to hatch next spring,” said Redding. “We need every Pennsylvanian to hunt for egg masses this
fall and winter and destroy them – or we’re in for a scary spring.”
Spotted Lanterny egg masses are a light gray wax-like substance that take on the appearance of mud and include
30-50 eggs. Egg masses can be found on many at surfaces including trees, rocks, and outside objects such as picnic
tables, playground equipment, grills, and sidings of homes.
Property owners can scrape egg masses whenever encountered using a hard or rigid tool such as a credit card, putty
knife, or a stick. Research has not yet conrmed whether egg masses can survive if scraped onto the ground, so it is
best to scrape the egg masses in a downward motion into a container or bag with rubbing alcohol or hand sanitizer.
For more information on Spotted Lanterny, visit agriculture.pa.gov/spottedlanterny or https://extension.psu.
edu/spotted-lanterny.
LANCASTER, PA
PERMIT NO. 810
Manchester Township
3200 Farmtrail Road
York, PA 17406-5699
717-764-4646
Recreation Commission
Meets the 2nd Thursday of
each month at the municipal
oce, unless otherwise noted,
at 7:00 pm. Public is welcome
to attend.
Commission Members
Craig Jacoby, Chairperson
Virginia Hobbs, Vice-Chairperson
James Kohr
Douglas Hershey
Adam Levine
Recreation Commission
Meeting Dates
April 11, 2024
May 9, 2024 – Emigsville Park
June 13, 2024 – Mt. View Park
July 11, 2024 – Cousler Park
August 8, 2024 – Nittany Park
September 12, 2024 – Johnston’s Park
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Manchester Township Parks and Recreation
Document Shredder Truck
Tuesday, June 18, 2024 | 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Time to clean out those old les! Manchester Township will be sponsoring
a shredding truck for residents to bring their private documents to be shredded
safely and securely. (NOTE: This oering is for Manchester Township
residents only.)
5 BOX LIMIT – PAPER ONLY. NO PLASTIC, METAL, CD’s, OR CREDIT CARDS OF ANY KIND!
These items will not be accepted, so please have your boxes sorted before the event. Make sure you remove all
paper clips and binding clips from papers. If you have any questions about what is accepted, please contact us at
717-764-4646 extension 115.
Where: Cousler Park
Greenbriar Road Entrance
Cost: FREE
Canned food donation will be accepted for the York County Food Bank.
OFFICE CLOSED:
MEMORIAL DAY – May 27, 2024
INDEPENDENCE DAY – July 4, 2024
LABOR DAY – September 2, 2024