The Iraq
Veterans Memorial is an online war memorial honoring the members of the U.S. armed forces who have lost their lives serving in the Iraq War. The
Memorial is a collection of video memories from family, friends, military colleagues, and co-workers of those who have fallen.
Tredyffrin Volunteer Budget Group: Survey Seeks Your Priorities
Having completed the June 10 public meeting, Tredyffrin Township’s Budget Advisory Working Group continues in a research mode. The panel very much hopes residents will complete a survey available through their website--http://www.tredyffrinbawg.com You won't find a lot of finance data to weigh your judgments, but you can offer your impressions and general priorities. Video of the June 10 forum is also available at the study group website.
May Day! May Day! Successful Celebration!
The TTDems Spring Fundraiser was held on Friday, May 1, at The Paddock at Devon Restaurant. The theme was "Yes We Can...Yes We Did" in 2008, with the goal of continuing our winning ways in the 2009 local races. Our current candidates for office were each introduced by elected Democratic officials. Attending were State Senator Andy Dinniman, State Representative Paul Drucker, Township Supervisor Mark DiFeliciantonio, and TE School Board Member Karen Cruickshank. The Tredyffrin Township Democratic Party thanks all the supporters who attended, as well as our planners and organizers, for a very successful fundraiser.
Announcing 2009 Democratic Candidates For Township Boards
"We are very excited to have a group of highly-qualified candidates bringing broad experience and perspective to the challenges facing our community--from responsible financial management to protecting homeowners from problems caused by the Turnpike expansion," said Jayne Yockey, Chair of the Tredyffrin Township Democrats, in announcing the full slate of candidates for this year's local races.
Sen. Specter Leaves Republican Party
Saying the party "has moved far to the right," Sen. Arlen Specter joined the ranks of 200,000 Pennsylvanians who have had enough of the Republican Party. Here is his April 28 statement.
Detour Ahead: PA Turnpike Expansion Halted
The turnpike expansion project came to a screeching halt on March 19 when the Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission announced the suspension of the road widening project through Tredyffrin.
Update.
PA Turnpike Widening: Impact on Tredyffrin Properties
TTDems Committeeperson Kathleen Keohane reports on 2 public meetings with the PA Turnpike Commission as they roll out detailed plans for road widening along Tredyffrin northern boundaries. Eminent domain impact on neighborhoods, stormwater control, sound barriers, historic properties--already in the mix.
Paper and links.
Valley Forge Road Bridge Closing 2 March 2009
The Pennsylvania Turnpike announced that, beginning March 2, the Valley Forge Road Bridge (Route 252) will be closed to traffic for approximately 8 months between Adams Drive and Yellow Springs Road in Tredyffrin Township. Potential for major traffic disruptions accessing Valley Forge Park or the Yellow Springs area of Tredyffrin. "We have been in close communication with Tredyffrin Township officials to ensure that this closure will not affect our response to residents and visitors in and around this section of the township," stated Eamon Brazunas, Berwyn Fire Department lieutenant, in his Feb. 25 presentation to the Tredyffrin BOS.
TV Show: "Leaning Green in Tredyffrin"
Township supervisor Mark DiFeliciantonio and his wife Patricia have a non-partisan sideline producing a public-access TV show focusing on environmental concerns. Shot mostly on-location, the show features interviews, stories and tips on how to live green right in our community.
Broadcast times and details.
Friends from Rep. Drucker's Chester & Montgomery County district toured our beautiful state capitol and celebrated his swearing-in on Jan. 6, 2009. Photos from the tour and event are here.
Yes, We Did! Tredyffrin Backs Obama.
Yes, we can! Yes, we did!
Tredyffrin gives Barack Obama big margin, 56% of township vote.
Paoli's Paul Drucker, a Democrat, elected to 157th District of PA House of Representatives.
Senator Andy Dinniman re-elected to PA Senate in our 19th Senatorial District.
Solid Roggio race, but Republican Gerlach continues as our U.S. Congressperson.
Obama energy: Democratic registration in Tredyffrin rises dramatically. more details...
Paul Drucker Elected to Represent 157th District in Harrisburg
“I want to thank the people of this community for putting their faith in me, and I want every resident of the 157th District to know that I understand and take very seriously the responsibility that has been given to me tonight,” Drucker said.
See Paul's remarks and more details...
Tredyffrin backed Obama. Now put Obama energy to work locally!
