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We strive to provide the most up to date and accurate information regarding growth and development in Tinicum Township and the surrounding area. PPL Plans for Transmission Lines and a Substation in an Environmentally Sensitive Area of Springfield Township Pennsylvania
Power and Light (PPL) has presented a proposal for a new power
transmission line between Quakertown and Coopersburg. Their preferred
route is through farm fields and woodlands, some of which are preserved.
In addition, they propose to build a five to seven acre electrical
substation in a meadow, part of which is designated wetlands. Springfield
Township and a newly formed citizen’s group, Springfield bucks Undesirable
Land Use (SbULU), are not trying to prevent the transmission line from
being built, but have asked PPL to consider an alternate route through the
Township’s industrial zone, along Route 309 and an existing SEPTA right of
way (link to more info). The township and residents are concerned about
the following aspects of PPL’s route: Water Quality Issues/Resources Read what four water experts had to say at a local Environmental Forum. Geigel Hill Road Bridge Update An agreement between the Township and PennDOT has been reached. Construction of the replacement bridge is likely to begin this year, following PennDOT and PA-DEP approval of the hydraulic analysis of the stream at the bridge site. The new bridge will be 15 feet wide, one-lane, and have the original steel truss mounted on it decoratively if it can be saved. If not, PennDOT will build a brand new decorative truss identical to the old one. The new bridge will have a wooden deck and real stone facing. Dismantling of the old bridge was recently completed.. Because the new bridge will not meet PennDOT's current design standards Tinicum will "take back" ownership of the bridge after PennDOT builds it. PennDOT will provide Tinicum with a lump sum for bridge maintenance, but the final amount agreed upon has not yet been released. In June 2007, the figure for the sum was planned to be $200,000. Tinicum Development Hearings The July 26th zoning hearing for Tinicum Sewer and Water Group, L.P was cancelled at the last minute by Mr. Gundlach, attorney for the developers. He has withdrawn the existing application and notified the Township that he will be submitting a new application to the Board of Supervisors. Hearings for curative amendment applications have been scheduled on behalf of Main Street Development Group, Piper Group, and the Carr, Cooper, Hallowell and Wehrung families, for 5 development proposals in Tinicum township. The 5 proposals covered by these hearings are:
Below you will find a quick guide to our site. Offer your expertise and ideas and energy, provide articles or information to us, or just general feedback via our REQUEST INFORMATION page. The PROPOSED DEVELOPMENT MAP shows only development proposals which have been submitted for approval to Township authorities. Our EVENTS calendar lists hearings, planning commission meeting, ECO-Bucks events, and other community events in the area. ABOUT US gives a brief background of who we are, why our growing group is taking a stand against sprawl - and what is at stake. Our PHOTO GALLERY is a collection of the beauty (and beast) that can be found in our local area. Submissions are welcome. We are assembling an extensive resource listing on our LINKS page, related to local development issues, land preservation, natural resources management, and listings to important Township, County, State, and Federal web sites which provide contact information for elected officials. IN THE PRESS tracks news in publications and provides references and synopses related to local land issues.
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UPCOMING EVENTS Tinicum Township Development Hearings: Developers and Associates Involved
Read the Bucks County Open Space Task Force II Report Among the findings: - Farmland and open space impose significantly fewer costs on local governments than other land uses. - Preserved open space has been shown to increase property values. - Cost to the average tax payer - about $30 per year. Tohickon Creek Stewardship A vast majority of the Upper Bucks and the Lower Delaware River community agree that Lower Delaware River, its tributaries and watershed should be protected from degradation. There are signs that current and imminent human activity endangers this protection goal. The question arises, “Who or what institutional entity has been given the authority to enforce this will of community?” Water Conservation Click on the Water Use it Wisely® link in the left margin for information on water conservation, including: • Family water audit • Low water-use plant list • Water saving tips Nockamixon Groundwater Ordinance - Draft
Pennsylvania’s Environmental Rights Amendment
Tinicum Sewer and Water Group, L.P. is not affiliated in any way with Tinicum Township. It is a private entity owned by two developers, Main Street Development and The Piper Group. They, along with Penrose and Marion Hallowell, have applied to build a sewage treatment facility on the Hallowell property to service several of the proposed Main Street and Piper Group developments. Support our local farmers and growers. Buy fresh local food. Plumstead Township and The Bucks County Water and Sewer Authority.
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