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Township COVID-19 Updates

RESIDENT NOTIFICATION

Due to the extraordinary circumstances surrounding the COVID-19 virus, the Township is taking proactive steps to protect the general public, as well as our employees, by limiting public personal interaction as much as possible and promoting “social distancing”.  As a result, the following policies have been implemented: 

Issued: July 2, 2020

  • Do not enter Township Parks or use park amenities (i.e. walking trails, playground equipment, pavilions, etc.) if you are exhibiting symptoms associated with COVID-19.
  • Please share park amenities, including walking trails and open space, and notify others of your presence. When necessary, step aside to let others pass.
  • Observe all recommended personal hygiene guidelines established by the CDC and Pennsylvania Health Department.
  • Observe the CDC's recommended social distancing of 6 ft. from other persons at all times. Per PA Health Department guidance, patrons must wear a mask when unable to remain 6 ft. from others.

Social Distancing Clipart

Issued: June 5, 2020

  • All Township park facilities (playgrounds, pavilions, etc.) are open for use by the public. Signage has been posted encouraging visitors to continue to abide by CDC and PA Health Department guidelines.
  • The Municipal Building will be open to the public starting Monday, June 8, 2020 and visitors are to abide by CDC and PA Health Department guidelines.  To maintain social distancing, no more than two visitors at a time will be permitted in the lobby. When entering the lobby, visitors are to stand on one of two Xs (spaced 6ft. apart) until they can be assisted by Staff.  Additionally, masks are to be worn while in the building.  
  • The Public Meeting Policy and Protocol (available at southstrabane.com) will continue to be used without requiring temperature checks and health questionnaires prior to entry. 

Issued: May 29, 2020

  • All park pavilion rentals for the month of June have been cancelled.  Applicants with reservations have been informed accordingly with options to reschedule or receive a refund.
  • Public Meeting Policy and Protocol available here was adopted by the Board of Supervisors at its meeting on May 26, 2020.  This policy will be used for the June 3rd and June 4th Planning Commission Meetings (both start at 6:30 p.m.), as well as the Zoning Hearing Board Meeting on June 9th (starts at 6:00 p.m.).

Issued: May 1, 2020

  • All Township parks are now open to allow use of the walking trails and open space. Physical facilities in the parks, such as playgrounds, courts, tables, pavilions, etc. will remain closed as the Township continues to encourage social distancing practices.
  • All park pavilion rentals for the month of May have been cancelled. Applicants with reservations will be informed accordingly with options to reschedule or receive a refund.
  • Upcoming board and commission meetings continue to be cancelled and will be rescheduled according to guidance received from the Governor’s Office and the PA Health Department.

Issued: March 27, 2020

  • Public Works Drop Off Facility at 253 Zediker Station Rd. is now open during regular hours – Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and Saturday, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Issued: March 21, 2020

  • All Township parks are closed until further notice. The Township encourages residents to set the example by practicing social distancing and staying home.

Issued: March 16, 2020

  • The Municipal Building, Police Station and Public Works Facility are closed to the general public. Although this is the case, the Township will continue to operate during regular business hours (Mon-Fri, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm) by answering phones and emails. Please call the Township with any questions at 724-225-9055 or visit southstrabane.com for information or Staff email contacts.
  • Residents are to mail in checks for real estate taxes (550 Washington Rd.). A receipt will be mailed to you.
  • All public meetings are cancelled:
    • Zoning Hearing Board – March 18th 6:00 p.m.
    • Green Team Regular Meeting – March 19th 6:00 p.m.
    • Board of Supervisors Regular Meeting – March 24th 7:00 p.m.
    • Sanitary Authority Meeting – March 25th 5:00 p.m.
    • Planning Commission Agenda Meeting – March 26th 6:30 p.m.
  • Curbside pickup of tree limbs and leaves during the week of March 23rd is cancelled and will be rescheduled in the future. Stay tuned to southstrabane.com and the Observer-Reporter.
  • Public Works Drop Off Facility at 253 Zediker Station Rd. is closed until further notice.
  • The Township meeting room is not available for use by outside groups during this period.

On March 16th, residents received a pre-recorded phone message via their land line from Police Chief Drew Hilk. The message from Chief Hilk encouraged residents to subscribe to the Township’s new emergency notification system, “CodeRED”. Residents may text the word “SHOUT” to 99411 to receive a direct link to enroll. Additonally, the link to enroll can be found on the Township's website under the "Services" tab. This tool will allow the Township to communicate with residents directly concerning emergency situations.

We will continue to monitor the situation closely and keep the public informed though our website and Facebook page. All emergency notifications will be delivered through the CodeRED notification system.

Thank you for your cooperation and understanding during this time, and we apologize in advance for any inconvenience that may occur. The above practices are being implemented to reduce personal contact and to slow the spread of the disease as recommended by the CDC.

We appreciate your compliance with these guidelines.

Brandon J. Stanick
Township Manager