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Penn Community Bank Amphitheater 2022 Season Schedule

2/28/2022

 
DOWNLOAD THE 2022 SEASON SCHEDULE
HERE

Once ticket sales for individual concerts begin, we will re-post the season schedule with the added ticket information.
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March 3rd Zoning Hearing Board Meeting Agenda

2/25/2022

 
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View agenda for Bensalem Township ZONING HEARING BOARD MEETING to be held on Thursday, March 3, 2022 at 7:00 P.M. in the Council Chambers of the Bensalem Township Municipal Building at 2400 Byberry Road HERE

February 28th Council Meeting Cancelled

2/23/2022

 
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Notice
Bensalem Township


The Bensalem Township Council meeting scheduled for Monday, February 28th, 2022 has been cancelled.

All scheduled business will be heard at the next meeting on Monday, March 14th, 2022 at 7:00 P.M. in the Bensalem Township Municipal Building, 2400 Byberry Road, Bensalem, PA

Joseph Knowles, Council President

PUBLIC NOTICE:BENSALEM TOWNSHIP AUDITOR VACANCY

2/18/2022

 
​THE BENSALEM TOWNSHIP COUNCIL will appoint a qualified elector of the Township of Bensalem to the office of elected Township Auditor for a term to end on the first Monday of January, 2024 at its regularly scheduled Council Meeting on Monday, March 14, 2022 at 7:00 p.m., at the Bensalem Township Municipal Building, 2400 Byberry Road, Bensalem, Bucks County, Pennsylvania.

Persons seeking the appointment to fill the vacancy should submit a statement of interest and qualifications to Debora McBreen, Township Clerk of Council, at the Bensalem Township Municipal Building, 2400 Byberry Road, Bensalem, PA 19020 no later than 3:00 p.m. on Thursday, March 3, 2022.

(VIDEO) Bensalem Township Council Meeting - February 14, 2022

2/14/2022

 

Conservation Project on Historic Diorama Nears Completion

2/10/2022

 
Bensalem Township Mayor Joseph DiGirolamo discusses the conservation of  the historic diorama depicting the signing of the Declaration of Independence.

In March of 2021 the 1960’s era picturesque diorama, which re-enacts the signing of the Declaration of Independence, found a new home at the Bensalem Township Municipal Building’s lobby, after originally being located at the former Strawbridge and Clothier in Neshaminy Mall. (See original article https://tinyurl.com/fvphh4u)

This diorama was created in 1968 by Tommy Rowland, Inc. and is constructed using painted textiles, paper, feathers, wood, metal foils and even doll hair. This diorama and six others were commissioned in 1968 by Strawbridge and Clothier for the opening of their location at Neshaminy Mall. The dioramas depict seven historic events that occurred in the Delaware Valley. Each was created to be historically accurate and have electronic animated figures. The "Freedom Wall" was the first permanent series of this size and scope created by Tommy Rowland, Inc.  In 2006, Strawbridge and Clothier was converted to a Macy's department store, which closed its doors in 2017.

After decades on display, the diorama has collected dust and grime, and has endured minor water damage. In addition, there are several material losses. Some figures are cracked and unstable, and one figure’s hand is detached. Bensalem Township has acquired the services of art conservators and preservation specialists Albertson & Nunan, Inc. who are tasked with preserving the diorama. 

Before the art conservators and preservation specialists at Albertson & Nunan, Inc. began treatment, the diorama was photographed and condition issues were documented. Fragile and unstable areas were consolidated using a conservation grade material. The diorama was first carefully cleaned with sponges, and then lightly wet cleaned with custom-made, aqueous-based solutions. Broken fingers and architectural elements were reattached with a reversible adhesive of the appropriate strength. As of today the restoration of the diorama is nearing its completion.

February 14 Bensalem Township Council Meeting Agenda

2/10/2022

 
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View agenda for Bensalem Township COUNCIL MEETING to be held on Monday, February 14, 2022 at 7:00 P.M. in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building at 2400 Byberry Road HERE.

Council meetings can be viewed live by the public on cable television channels 22 (Comcast Xfinity) in Bensalem and 34 (Verizon Fios) throughout Bucks County.  Meetings will then replay daily at 1:00 A.M., 10:00 A.M. and 7:00 P.M.
 
 Council meetings will also live stream via the Township’s YouTube Channel, www.youtube.com/bensalemtownship. Meetings will then be available on our YouTube Channel for immediate replay, and next day streaming via the Township website, www.bensalempa.gov.

February 16th Planning Commission Meeting Agenda

2/9/2022

 
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View agenda for Bensalem Township PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING to be held on Wednesday, February 16, 2022 at 7:00 P.M. in the Council Chambers of the Municipal Building at 2400 Byberry Road HERE

CONSERVATION PROJECT CONTINUES ON 1960’S DIORAMA DEPICTING THE DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE ORIGINALLY AT NESHAMINY MALL

2/8/2022

 
CONSERVATION PROJECT CONTINUES ON 1960’S DIORAMA DEPICTING THE DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE ORIGINALLY AT NESHAMINY MALL

In March of 2021 the 1960’s era picturesque diorama, which re-enacts the signing of the Declaration of Independence, found a new home at the Bensalem Township Municipal Building’s lobby, after originally being located at the former Strawbridge and Clothier in Neshaminy Mall. (See original article https://tinyurl.com/fvphh4u)

This diorama was created in 1968 by Tommy Rowland, Inc. and is constructed using painted textiles, paper, feathers, wood, metal foils and even doll hair. This diorama and six others were commissioned in 1968 by Strawbridge and Clothier for the opening of their location at Neshaminy Mall. The dioramas depict seven historic events that occurred in the Delaware Valley. Each was created to be historically accurate and have electronic animated figures. The "Freedom Wall" was the first permanent series of this size and scope created by Tommy Rowland, Inc.  In 2006, Strawbridge and Clothier was converted to a Macy's department store, which closed its doors in 2017.

After decades on display, the diorama has collected dust and grime, and has endured minor water damage. In addition, there are several material losses. Some figures are cracked and unstable, and one figure’s hand is detached. Bensalem Township has acquired the services of art conservators and preservation specialists Albertson & Nunan, Inc. who are tasked with preserving the diorama. 

Before the art conservators and preservation specialists at Albertson & Nunan, Inc. began treatment, the diorama was photographed and condition issues were documented. Fragile and unstable areas are consolidated using a conservation grade material. The diorama is first carefully cleaned with sponges, and then lightly wet cleaned with custom-made, aqueous-based solutions. Broken fingers and architectural elements will be reattached with a reversible adhesive of the appropriate strength. 

Bensalem Township welcomes Robert Norkus as the new Executive Director of the EDC

2/4/2022

 
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Bensalem Township welcomes Robert Norkus as the new Executive Director of Bensalem’s Economic Development Corporation. What is the EDC?

The EDC is comprised of several business people who volunteer their time and support economic initiatives for the betterment of a community. An example would be seeking and evaluating the financial wherewithal of any proposed business development that integrates with Bensalem’s Comprehensive Plan.  The board works with business people to provide streamlined business protocols with the township, tax abatement for certain types of business, and many more services.

Please visit the website link of the Bensalem EDC to get additional information.
www.BensalemEDC.org

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