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TOWNSHIP DIRECTORY

CONTENTS: Township Directory ...........................3 Leaf Collection Schedule..................4 Hazard Mitigation Plan ......................6 Flash Flooding & Safety....................8 Tech Topics ......................................10 Pet Health & Well-being ..................12 Health & Wellness............................14 Injuries & Recovery .........................18 Local History....................................22 Historic Maurice Stephens House..24 Environmentally Responsible ........26 Art & Creativity.................................28 Community Events ..........................30

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Swedeland Fire Co. 609 A Street King of Prussia, PA 19406 Non-Emergency Ph: 610-275-0177 www.swedelandfire.org

431 West Valley Forge Road King of Prussia, PA 19406 Phone: 610-265-1071 www.umtownship.org/departme nts/parks-recreation/ community-center

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Township Police 175 W. Valley Forge Road King of Prussia, PA 19406 Emergency and Call for Service: 9-1-1 Phone: 610-265-3232 Anonymous Tip Line: 484-636-3888

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LEAF COLLECTION BEGINS NOVEMBER 1, 2021

To be collected, leaves must be raked to the curb or be in biodegradable paper (not plastic) leaf bags along your curb. Leaves and bags should be curbside on the Monday of week scheduled for a particular neighborhood. Leaf piles can be two fee wide and shouls not block stormwater drains. Dates are subject to change due to inclement weather & observance of scheduled holidays. For more information about procedures & guidelines visit: https://www.umtownship.org/township-information/municipal-services/fall-leaf-collection/

ZONE 1

Neighborhoods bounded by: Dekalb Pike, South Gulph Road to Hughes Road, Hughes Road and the Township Boundary (at Tredyffrin boundary) Alderbrook Bob White Farms Bob White Timbers Colonial Village Hughes Road Merion Hills Mount Pleasant Smith Farms South Gulph Road (North of Hughes Road) Valley Forge Estates Wayne Woods Waynefield

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Neighborhoods bounded by: South Gulph Road, Hughes Road, DeKalb Pike, and the boundaries of Bridgeport, Plymouth, West Conshohocken, Lower Merion and Radnor Copper Mill Station Executive Estates Gulph Mills Gulph Terrace Hughes Park King Manor Limehouse Rampart Ridge Rebel Hill School Side Manor Henderson Park South Gulph Road (South of Hughes Road) Swedeland Swedesburg Union Hill Valley Forge Acres Valley Forge Homes PLEASE SUPPORT OUR ADVERTISERS · TO ADVERTISE CALL 610-265-6277

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Neighborhoods bounded by: Route 422, DeKalb Pike and the boundaries of Bridgeport and Lower Providence Beidler Knoll Belmont Terrace Brandywine Village Candlebrook Cannon Run East Cannon Run West Cinnamon Hill Crestwyck Dartmouth Hills Hidden Valley Hunter's Run Lafayette Park Lowell Hills Lower East Valley Forge Road/Tabak Park Merion View Sweetbriar Valley Brooke Washington Park

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HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN, 2023 UPDATE Montgomery County Planning Commission

HAVE YOUR SAY... We want to know which natural and man-made hazards most affect you! Please take 5-10 minutes to complete a short survey before the close of 2021.

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Montgomery County will be holding three public meetings between now and 2023 to gather input on specific sections of the Hazard Mitigation Plan. Check our website for times.

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WHEN THE WATERS RISE, WILL YOU KNOW WHAT TO DO? What is a Flash Flood?

Densely populated areas have a higher risk for flash floods than rural areas. Flash floods can occur within minutes or hours of a heavy rainfall, and waters can rise as high as 30 feet or more. Even small streams and creeks can flood rapidly and cause damage. Flash floods are usually caused by slow-moving thunderstorms.

According to the American Red Cross, flash floods are the No. 1 weather-related killer in the U.S. Almost half of all flash flood fatalities are vehicle related, according to the National Weather Service. If you're driving and approach a water-covered road, turn around. Just 6 inches of water can stall a vehicle, and 2 feet can float most cars, trucks and SUVs. Here are some other tips to stay high and dry: Know your proximity to rivers, streams and dams During heavy rain, avoid underpasses, underground parking garages and basements Avoid hiking or camping if thunderstorms are predicted Develop an evacuation plan for your family

Floods are one of the most common weather hazards in the United States. They can happen anywhere at any time of year.

According to the National Weather Service, "Flash floods are short-term events occurring within six hours of the causative event (heavy rain, dam break, levee failure, rapid snowmelt and ice jams) and often within two hours of the start of highintensity rainfall.” Flash floods can move homes and cars, uproot trees and destroy bridges. Because floods happen with little to no warning, residents in low-lying areas are particularly at risk.

Don't walk in water above your ankles; you can be swept off your feet in as little as 6 inches of rushing water Turn off the electricity and other utilities During heavy rain, Township storm sewers can become blocked with debris causing flooding in the street. In preparation of any rain event, Township crews do attempt to clean storm inlets to make sure they are able to collect water from the street. If you notice debris on top of a storm inlet before or after a storm, contact the Township immediately. If your roadway becomes flooded during a storm, call 911 immediately so emergency personnel can respond to close the road to traffic.

What is Impervious Surface? Impervious Surface- A surface that prevents the infiltration of water into the ground. Impervious surfaces include, but are not limited to, streets, sidewalks, pavements, driveway areas, or roofs. Any surface areas designed to be gravel or crushed stone shall be regarded as impervious surfaces. Impervious surfaces reduce the amount of rainwater that can be absorbed into the ground. When there is less ground for water to penetrate, it can quickly flow directly into stormsewers and creeks, increasing the likelihood of more frequent and more severe flooding. Additionally, pollutants are unable to penetrate an impervious surface. Rainfall may carry these pollutants directly into our waterways resulting in water that is unfit for wildlife or recreational activities. Water runoff from an acre of paved surface is approximately ten to twenty times greater than an acre of grass. Materials such as crushed stone, porous concrete, and pervious pavers can provide various amounts of infiltration but are not considered 100% pervious. To minimize the impact of water runoff, impervious surface coverage is limited to a maximum percentage per property, which varies by municipality. Any additional increase of concrete, brick, asphalt, etc. on a property may require a building permit prior to construction.

SEWER BACKUP AND FLOODING INSURANCE

Sewer backups and flooding can cause devastating property damage and are not covered by standard homeowners’ insurance policies. The majority of these claims are the responsibility of the property owner. Sewage from sanitary sewer lines occasionally back up into houses through drain pipes. These backups not only cause extensive water damage that is difficult and expensive to repair, but also create health hazards.

Upper Merion Township is not responsible for damages caused by sewers, drains and sump pumps except under limited/special circumstances provided by the PA Municipal Immunity laws. Township residents must be aware that they should review their homeowner’s, flood and sewer backup insurance coverage with their agent/insurance company in order to properly protect their personal residences—probably the most valuable tangible asset that we all have.

Please pay particular attention to the following coverages: Coverage for Sewers, Drains and Sump Pumps: This valuable coverage is not included under your standard homeowner's policy but can be purchased by endorsement for an additional premium. Flood Coverage: Flood coverage is not included under your homeowner’s policy. However, flood insurance is available under the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) and can be obtained through your insurance agent or broker.

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TECH-TOPICS

Is Remote Work here to stay? Over the last year and a half, working from home has been the new “norm”; changing the work lives of virtually everyone. Despite the quick shift, change was needed. Changes were ultimately made to keep businesses afloat and to keep people safe. Some prefer working from the office, making this change rather difficult, while others had no issue working remote. We've broken down remote work into 4 points of discussion.

Cost

Working from home can cause a slight financial impact to a business. One cost that comes with working from home is software. One piece of software that would be needed is a Virtual Private Networks (VPNs), which cost roughly $12-$13 per month per user. We'd also have to take into consideration remote connectivity software, management software, and VOIP softphones. This combination would cost around $50 per user per month on average. Hardware is another cost remote-users face depending on what the business provides. On average, a monitor ranges from $200-$500. Another accessory could be a webcam, which can range from $25$200. Employees may also need additional or more accommodating computers, which can range from $400 to $3,500, depending on job function. As an alternative to a softphone, some may want a VOIP desk phone, which is on average $50-$150. Having a business router with VPN function may also be needed.

data from your work computer to a personal device is strongly discouraged.

Security

A repeating topic of concern is a user's home network. Power outages and internet outages at home can be aproblem, putting a halt to productivity. Home networks are somewhat unreliable as they may not have the proper wireless strength and direct connectivity to the router. The overall network health could be unknown, such as uptime, bandwidth, and usage by other people.

Working from home may bring up the topic of security, raising concerns that weren't previously considered beforehand. A security concern that is consistently brought up while working from home is the use of personal devices. A global survey by Gartner found that 55% of those surveyed are using personally owned computers or smartphones. The use of personal devices can bring data risks with the possibility of devices being lost or stolen, getting malware/viruses, or being exposed to data breaches. Use of personal devices can be ideal to employees but can raise issues for companies. Sharing data securely is also a concern. A method to help securely transfer data while working from home is mandating the use of a VPN. Other tactics that can be used to help with securely sharing data are offering basic security training and installing Data Loss Prevention (DLP) security software designed specifically to prevent data theft or exposure. Implementing and utilizing organized file sharing tools is an effective way to keep sensitive data secure, especially when transferring it. Transferring and sharing 10

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Connectivity

Working from home may create a different work environment for many, but the concern of connectivity may remain. One aspect is office accessibility, mainly having access to files, applications, or other data. Access to these resources can be available by using company-managed cloud storage such as Google Drive or OneDrive.

Besides network connectivity and office accessibility, department collaboration and overall morale is important to consider. Working from home means virtual meetings rather than meeting in person, possibly leading to gaps in overall communication. Something else that is missed are the “water-cooler” conversations, which could either be workrelated or a distraction from work, but in any regards a way to socialize, which can influence morale. Some people go into the office to provide a different atmosphere away from home, whereas some people would rather enjoy being at home.

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impact it could have on productivity. When discussing productivity, work-life balance comes into play. Working from home provides the flexibility of working hours rather than the typical 8am-5pm at the office, of course depending on the manager. Another change is reduced travel time, reduced frustrations with traffic, and the advantage/disadvantage of being around family more. Distractions also play a key role in productivity while working from home. There is always the possibility of dogs barking, someone being at the door, or kids screaming while on a virtual meeting. There is also the temptation of doing household chores or home projects. In conclusion, working from home brings its own challenges, but also brings benefits. As long as you and your company have a plan of action to sustain the work-fromhome era, it can be a win-win situation.

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Here are some common reasons. What are some common reasons for a dog to stop eating? When a dog stops eating it is referred to as anorexia. Dogs can become anorexic for many reasons. Sometimes it is an indication of a gastrointestinal issue. This could range from a simple cause like gastroenteritis to a more serious issue like gastrointestinal neoplasia or cancer. Gastroenteritis often occurs when dogs eat something out of the ordinary, from a new food or treat to getting into the garbage or ingesting something outside. Loss of appetite can also be a sign of other systemic illnesses such as kidney or liver disease, pancreatitis, and numerous other medical issues. What illnesses are associated with a dog not eating? There are countless medical causes for a dog to stop eating. Some are simple and can resolve spontaneously or get better with some simple medical intervention while others are more serious and require more extensive testing and treatment. The most common reason that we see dogs stop eating is gastroenteritis. This is inflammation of the gastrointestinal tract that occurs in dogs most commonly when they eat something out of the ordinary. More serious causes tend to result in a more gradual or persistent loss of appetite. These might include renal disease, liver disease, pancreatitis, cancer, and many other systemic illnesses.

Can a change in surroundings affect a dog's appetite? A change in surrounding can affect a dog's appetite temporarily. If you have a dog who is easily stressed or normally has a picky appetite, then moving to a new home, boarding, or being cared for in another home could cause a dog to eat less or refuse food for a few days. But an otherwise healthy dog will eat when she is hungry or accept tempting food like chicken, ground beef, or treats. 12

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source (such as chicken or beef) used in food. The most common symptom of food allergies is actually itchiness of the skin. There are special prescription veterinary diets formulated with novel protein sources (duck, salmon, venison) or hydrolyzed proteins that are used to treat food allergies.

How can dental issues affect a dog's appetite? Dental issues should not affect your dog's appetite. Dogs are good at eating in a way to avoid oral pain. Dental issues can affect your dog's comfort when eating (he may drool excessively or have trouble picking up or chewing food), but he will still feel hungry and should show interest in food when it is offered.

How long can a dog go without eating? A dog can go for several days without eating and it does not cause bodily harm. Cats are very different and should not go more than 2 or 3 days without eating. Of course, both dogs and cats cannot go without drinking for more than a day or two without suffering dehydration.

What are food issues dog experience? The most common food issue that we see

When is it necessary to see a specialist about your dog not eating? If your dog stops eating, you can wait a day or two to see if his appetite returns. If your dog is experiencing other symptoms, like vomiting, diarrhea, or lethargy he should be evaluated by a veterinarian within 24 hours. If your dog has a persistent loss of appetite and has seen either your primary veterinarian or an emergency veterinarian, has had initial testing done (bloodwork, x-rays, ultrasound), and has not responded to initial medical therapy, then he should be seen by a specialist. The type of specialist depends on the results of initial testing and could range from an Internal Medicine Specialist to a Dermatologist, or a Surgeon.

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LOCAL HISTORY

The Moore-Irwin House, an Upper Merion Treasure

“As good almost to kill a man as to destroy an old house.” Artist Henry MacNeil (adapted from a saying by John Milton) Upper Merion Township's Moore-Irwin House, included on the PA Inventory of Historic Places, is located at 700 Moore Road in King of Prussia. The 4.8-acre parcel owned by the township also includes the Silas Burgess Arboretum dedicated in 1985 that was recently restored by the township's Shade Tree Commission. The 1750s farmhouse of John and Jane Moore is at the heart of what is now known as the Moore-Irwin House. The original section of the building dates back to about 1750. During the Valley Forge Encampment in the winter of 1777-1778, the farmhouse served as headquarters for Brigadier General Peter Muhlenberg, with troops camped on the grounds next to the house along Trout Creek. According to records of the Historical Society of Montgomery County, George Washington made several visits in times of peace to the area. Most memorable was his last visit to Upper Merion when he

came to see the old camp grounds at Valley Forge and went fishing. An entry in Washington's diary for July 30, 1787 reads: “In company with Governor Morris and in his phaeton with my horses, went up to one Jane Moore's in whose house we lodged in the vicinity of Valley Forge, to get trout.” In 1933, the building was purchased by the newly married couple A.D Leighton and his wife Aimee. At the time, the estate encompassed a total of 800 acres including what is now Moore Business Park all the way to North Gulph Road where the casino is today. Having been impressed with renowned architect R. Brognard Okie's work on another property, the Leightons hired him to transform the home into a country haven. The architect adapted the original farmhouse and a previous 1846 addition and added a new wing. This first project was completed in 1933; and he later designed another addition in 1944. Okie is particularly well known for his Colonial Revival style and restoring and reconstructing existing buildingings in a colonial style and homes that he designed are sought after even today.

This amazing township asset once served as the Upper Merion Cultural Center from 1968 until 1992 hosting a myriad of classes and cultural activities through the Upper Merion Parks and Rec Department. There was a study done in 2008 and another one in 2021 to determine what is needed to save the structure and to provide an estimate for repairs. Recently citizens advocated to save part the 4.8 acre park site from being developed into retail space despite its zoning designation as a park and open space. The historic home and park land is currently awaiting a township decision on what its future will hold.

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THE MAURICE STEPHENS HOUSE

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Honoring The Past And Looking To The Future

The Maurice Stephens House is located just across Route 23 from Washington Memorial Chapel, on the lands of Valley Forge National Historical Park's Grand Parade. According to the incised date stone found in the upper portion of the building's original east gable wall, the main portion of the house was constructed in 1816. Oral history recorded in 1850 in Henry Woodman's The History of Valley Forge indicates that the property was the site of Brigadier General Jedediah Huntington's quarters during the Valley Forge winter encampment. The Provincial tax record for the property indicates that in 1769 the property was occupied by one Zachariah Davis, and it was likely Davis' log house which Woodman states served as General Huntington's quarters. Woodman goes on to state that there were a number of huts erected on the property as well, one of which was occupied by General von Steuben, who would drill soldiers on what would become the Stephens property. Maurice Stephens is first listed in the Provincial tax record for the property in the year 1779, but it is not known exactly when he moved in. After building the stone house that is the heart of the structure we see today in 1816, he sold the property in 1825, two years before his death. It passed through the hands of four other owners before becoming part of Valley Forge State Park in 1919. Initially, it continued to be utilized as a farm and the barn home to a flock of 115 sheep that helped keep the grass down in the Park. Over the years it

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served as ranger dormitories, Park offices, and even a nature center, but the house had been vacant since the mid-1990s. The Stephens House is one of many (and one of the most prominent) historic structures that the Park aims to lease through its adaptive reuse program. Through this program, the Park puts historic structures back into use while realizing rental income that it can then use to rehabilitate other structures. Because of the Stephens House's prominent location in the Park, Park leadership saw it as the ideal home for the Valley Forge Park Alliance. The beautiful building contains ample space to house the Alliance's offices and is well suited to serve as a hub of Park activities that would draw attention to the Alliance and its efforts to assist the Park. It will also feature a café operated by ANEU in Paoli, creating a refreshing oasis for weary travelers in the very heart of the Park.

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The Alliance convened the Maurice Stephens Advisory Group one year ago. The group is comprised of community leaders with expertise in construction, fundraising, leasing, and the small businesses that could partner with the Alliance in this space so that it can once again welcome visitors. They are working hand-in-hand with the Alliance and Park leaders to finalize the construction plans, agree on lease terms that satisfy both entities, plan the public use of the space, and raise the funds required to make it all happen. “VFPA's rehabilitation and operation of the Maurice Stephens house would serve as a shining example of the capacity of publicprivate partnerships to restore and breathe new life into historic structures,” said the Park's business manager, Patrick Madden. The Alliance couldn't agree more, and they are eager to welcome you to their new home once the doors open sometime in 2023.

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