Update . . . A Traffic Light Cometh (finally) . . .

Yes, I have been remiss in updating and I apologize for that. It would seem that life has gotten the best of me and, well, quite frankly, there really hasn't been much exciting to review - it's been, for the most part, "business as usual". I hope everyone has had a nice summer. It's hard to believe it's just about over, and we're a week away from the start of school again.

There are a few things worth noting:

1. Moving Permits. Please be mindful that if you're moving in, out or within the Borough, moving permits are required. Please stop by the Borough Office to obtain a moving permit. The cost is $5.00.

2. Karl Johnson - 90th Birthday Celebration. Karl Johnson - lifelong resident of Tatamy Borough will be turning 90 years old on the 31st. To mark the event, Mayor Duignam will be proclaiming August 31, 2010 as "Karl Johnson Day" in the Borough of Tatamy. A brief ceremony will be held at 10am at the Borough Hall. Light refreshments will be provided.

3. Traffic Light Update. Could it be possible that construction will start soon? Chances are the answer is "yes". Based on some information received earlier today, it looks like all the documentation has been approved by PennDOT and construction can start - perhaps as early as the middle of next month. Further information will be published as it becomes available.

4. Main St. Bridge Replacement. A few of us attended a pre-construction design meeting last week with PennDOT. Looks like construction on the replacement Main St. bridge over the Bushkill Creek is (right now, anyway) scheduled to begin in August 2011, with a completion sometime in November 2012. As with all construction projects (especially those involving PennDOT) this is subject to change, but for now, anyway, that's the latest information that I have.

That's it for now. Have a great day everyone!

PA American Water Company Water Main Flushing Activity

I received an automated telephone call from Pennsylvania American Water Company today announcing the schedule for the annual water main flushing in our area. Apparently the work is scheduled between Monday 4/12 through and including Friday 4/23.

According to the announcement, you may notice a decrease in water pressure and/or discolored water. If your water is discolored, they recommend letting the water run for a few minutes until it clears up.

Street Sweeping Scheduled

Are you tired of the mess left behind from this past winter's plowing operation? Had enough of tracking the stones and cinders into the house and car? Well, salvation, in the form of a street sweeping machine, is heading to a street near you soon.

The annual street sweeping operation is scheduled, weather permitting, for this coming week - starting on Monday 3/29. If it's raining, we will reschedule for the next good weather day.

Please make sure that all cars are removed from the streets prior to 08:30 the morning of the sweeping operation to allow the machine clear passage.

Thanks in advance for your cooperation. Have a great weekend everybody! :-)

2010 Census

Well, the 2010 Census forms have begun arriving. I got mine yesterday. Please make sure that you take the five minutes (or less) that's required to fill out this form and return it as soon as possible.

Participation in the decennial is required by law. The goal of the US Census Bureau is to count every man, woman, and child living in the United States as of 4/1/2010 (Census Day). This count is important in many ways. The results of the census are used to determine, among other things, the amount of Representatives in the House of Representatives in Washington, distribution of federal funding to the states, counties, and, most importantly, the local governments.

Don't forget - complete your form and mail it in. Otherwise, you will be getting a visit from a census taker sometime in the early summer.

A Note From the Mayor

Mayor Duignam asked me to pass this along . . .

It’s such a pleasure living in a community where people care about one another!

Thank you everyone for your cooperation and consideration during our recent snow storms. Your adherence to the emergency snow management ordinance was awesome and greatly appreciated by Council, the Road Crew, the Police Dept., and above all, your neighbors. Kudos to the Maintenance Road Crew for a superb clean up job. Keep up the good work!

Now, let’s all look forward to our Annual Easter Egg Hunt slated for March 28th at 1:00 PM. This great event will take place at the Braden Park ball field for all children up to and including the 6th grade. We are looking for donations of eggs, real or plastic. A sign up sheet will be posted in the Municipal Building lobby. Till then, God bless and THINK SUMMER!

Luke Duignam
Mayor, Borough of Tatamy