Township News

News from Salisbury Township.

PA DEP has issued a drought watch and would like all customers to a voluntary 5% decrease in water consumption

Posted on

PA DEP has issued a drought watch and would like all customers to a voluntary 5% decrease in water consumption.

 

More info on water conservation methods can be found on our website here:

https://www.lehighcountyauthority.org/conserve-water/

 

Here are some good websites and notices from DEP for your review:

https://www.ahs.dep.pa.gov/NewsRoomPublic/articleviewer.aspx?id=22487&typeid=1

 

https://www.dep.pa.gov/Business/Water/PlanningConservation/Drought/pages/default.aspx

 

https://rconnect.usgs.gov/PA_drought_map/

Environmental Advisory Council Vacancy

Posted on

The Board of Commissioners seeks applicants to serve on the following boards and commissions.  If you’re interested and would like to be considered for appointment, please download and complete the application form and submit it along with a resume and references to: Attn: Township Manager, 2900 S. Pike Avenue, Allentown, PA 18103 or info@salisburylehighpa.gov.

 

  • Environmental Advisory Council (Three Year Term) Members of the Environmental Advisory Council serve three-year staggered terms and are dedicated to exploring and promoting environmental initiatives in the Township. The STEAC works at the direction of the Salisbury Township Board of Commissioners and as an extension of Township staff to research environmental issues and funding sources; to advise the Township Manager and Commissioners; to sponsor environmental education; to partner with Township residents, outside agencies, and organizations with similar interests; and to coordinate environmental projects. 

Click Here for Application Form

What is the Correct Amount of Salt?

Posted on
How Much Salt to Use Flyer
Download a Flyer (PDF)

How to be a Smart Salter:

Shovel
Clear walkways before snow turns to ice.

Scatter
A 12oz. mug holds enough salt to treat a 20′ driveway or 10 sidewalk squares!

Sweep
Sweep up excess salt and reuse it!

Civil Service Commission Vacancy

Posted on

The Board of Commissioners seeks applicants to serve on the following boards and commissions.  If you’re interested and would like to be considered for appointment, please download and complete the application form and submit it along with a resume and references to: Attn: Township Manager, 2900 S. Pike Avenue, Allentown, PA 18103 or info@salisburylehighpa.gov.

 

  • Civil Service Commission – Alternate  (6 year term) The Civil Service Commission regulates civil service rules and is responsible for testing for new police applicants, testing for police department promotions, and hearing grievances filed by Police Department personnel. 

Click Here for Application Form

Notice of Upcoming Water Line Replacement Project

Posted on

Please be advised that the water line replacement project on Louise Lane will begin tomorrow, October 1st.  The construction should last approximately three weeks, and paving will follow shortly thereafter.  The road will be accessible to local traffic only, including trash and mail services.  There will be brief water shutoffs, but residents will be notified ahead of time.  Please contact the Department of Public Works with any questions at 610-797-4000, ext. 5850.