County seeks volunteers to help steer Innovate Chester County

Chester County Commissioners Josh Maxwell, Marian Moskowitz and Eric Roe are calling upon the residents of Chester County to join them in exploring new ways to tackle some of the complex social challenges that face county government today. The new initiative, Innovate Chester County, will generate ideas from the public to explore new ways to tackle challenges related to affordable housing, public transportation,...

Commissioners celebrate funding for trails

Chester County Commissioners Josh Maxwell, Marian Moskowitz and Eric Roe were on hand recently to celebrate new funding for trails in Chester County. Greater Philadelphia is now leading the nation in utilizing federal Carbon Reduction Program funds for active transportation, and Chester County is celebrating this major moment for the region. In late July, the Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commissioner...

County names Martynick as Director of Facilities

George Martynick, Jr. Chester County Commissioners Josh Maxwell, Marian Moskowitz, and Eric Roe announce the appointment of George Martynick, Jr. as Director of the Chester County Facilities Department. Martynick has been serving as Acting Director since October 2023, following the retirement of former Director Jan Bowers. Chester County Commissioners’ Chair Josh Maxwell said, “During his time...

Commissioners recognize National Disability Independence Day with visit to the County Cup

Recognizing National Disabilities Independence Day, July 26th, Chester County Commissioners joined leaders and staff of the Chester County Intermediate Unit (CCIU) at the County Cup, located in the Chester County Government Services Center. Pictured left to right are: County Cup employee Nick Abate; County Cup Supervisor Scot Semple; County Cup students Aiden and Garrett; Commissioners Marian Moskowitz...

Commissioners adopt Heritage Tourism Plan

Chester County Commissioners Josh Maxwell, Marian Moskowitz and Eric Roe recently adopted a new Heritage Tourism Plan that encourages all communities in the county to share stories that highlight their identity and history – which will support local and regional preservation, conservation, tourism, and quality of life. The resolution to adopt the Heritage Tourism Plan, signed by all three Commissioners,...

County funds generator for Domestic Violence Center of Chester County

Domestic Violence Center of Chester County (DVCCC) staff and volunteers, Chester County Commissioners, and County staff celebrate the installation of a generator which ensures the secure, confidential services of the DVCCC are always available. Chester County Commissioners Josh Maxwell, Marian Moskowitz, and Eric Roe recently met with leaders, staff, and volunteers of the Domestic Violence Center of...

Commissioners demonstrate CPR in honor of American Heart Month

(Left to right) Chester County Commissioners Eric Roe, Chair Josh Maxwell and Marian Moskowitz demonstrate Hands-Only CPR under the instruction of Chester County EMS Operations Coordinator Larry Smythe (right) at the Commissioners’ February 14th Public Meeting. At the Valentine’s Day meeting, the Commissioners Proclaimed February as American Heart Month. When a Valentine’s Day public meeting...

Commissioners OK new water resource plan

Chambers Lake, a water supply reservoir and regional flood control facility of the Chester County Water Resources Authority, features in the County’s new Watersheds 2045 water resources plan. Following a public hearing this week, Chester County Commissioners Josh Maxwell, Marian Moskowitz, and Eric Roe approved the Chester County Water Resources Authority’s (CCWRA) Watersheds 2045, a plan that...

Maxwell elected Commissioners’ chair; Roe sworn in

Chester County Commissioner Josh Maxwell was elected Chair of the Chester County Board of Commissioners during Tuesday morning’s Board of Commissioners organizational meeting. Commissioner Marian Moskowitz was elected Vice-Chair. Commissioner Maxwell said, “I’m thrilled to have the opportunity over the next few years to work alongside terrific county employees in the interest of improving the...

Commissioners OK funds to renovate Liberty House

The Chester County Commissioners have approved $2.8 million in renovation funding for Phoenixville-based Liberty House, for structural improvements and upgrades to the 48 affordable housing units located there. At last week’s public meeting, Chester County Commissioners Marian Moskowitz, Josh Maxwell, and Michelle Kichline approved more than $2.8 million in contract funding to Pennrose Properties...