County kicks off survey for Landscapes3
WEST CHESTER — The Chester County Board of Commissioners announced the kickoff of a public opinion survey for Chester County at Tuesday’s Commissioners’ public meeting. The survey, which will help to identify citizen priorities for the future of Chester County, will contribute to the vision for Landscapes3, the county’s long-range comprehensive plan.
County to start revision of comprehensive plan
The timeline for the revision and implementation of Chester County’s new comprehensive plan.
WEST CHESTER — The Chester County Board of Commissioners announced Tuesday the start of an update to the County’s comprehensive plan.
County officials said that Landscapes 3 — the name of the new comprehensive plan — will be developed to continue the focus on growth and preservation established...
Caln to take action on road deterioration in 2014
Humpton, Fisherville Roads, GO Carlson Blvd. among top priorities
By Kyle Carrozza, Staff Writer, The Times
CALN – The Caln Township Board of Commissioners discussed a number of different road repair projects that the township will undertake this year at its meeting Thursday night.
Township Engineer Jeffrey McClintock presented plans to work on Humpton Road drainage, GO Carlson Boulevard drainage...
Commissioners ‘Road Show’ a big hit
More than 100 people attend Commissioners meeting in So. Coatesville
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
The Chester County Commissioners honored those involved with a series of Western Chester County planning and growth initiatives — sparked in part by the Western Chester County Chamber of Commerce as well as the creation of Council of Governments — Coatesville, the boroughs of Atglen, Parkesburg,...
Can there really be ‘Smart’ growth? Yes
Tax discount program adopted by Caln could be used to manage growth, get ratables
By Mike McGann, Editor, The Times
CALN — Driving down Lincoln Highway the other day, I was a little shocked to note how many businesses were either struggling or shuttered, and I was thinking to myself, “man, I hope there’s something that can be done about that.”
As it turns out, there is, and Caln is doing something...
No verdict on Caln solar farm
Board of Commissioners postpones decision on solar project
By Jamie Richard, Staff Writer, The Times
CALN – The board of commissioners has further pushed back a decision on the development proposal for a 7.2-megawatt solar farm in the township at a conditional-use hearing, Thursday.
The hearing was held prior to the board’s regularly scheduled meeting and featured testimony from project engineer...
Caln commends police department
Salute part of Peace Officers Memorial Day, May 15
By Jamie Richard, Staff Writer, CoatesvilleTimes.com
CALN – In honor of the upcoming Peace Officers Memorial Day on May 15, the Caln Township Police Department was recognized for their service to the community at Thursday’s board of commissioners meeting.
Police Chief Brian Byerly recognized 12 officers for outstanding service in the line of duty...