10.6.20
TRICK-OR-TREATING COVID-19 PRECAUTIONS
From the Bucks County Health Department and Emergency Management
TRICK-OR-TREATING COVID-19 PRECAUTIONS
From the Bucks County Health Department and Emergency Management
9.10.20
ANNUAL FALL FESTIVAL CANCELLED FOR 2020
ANNUAL FALL FESTIVAL CANCELLED FOR 2020
The Bensalem Fall Festival began as Bensalem Pride Day during our Tri-Centennial Celebration in 1992. Mayor DiGirolamo, then a local business owner, was the Chairman of the Tri-Centennial Commission that organized and hosted that very first Pride Day Celebration, and the Mayor has been at the heart of each and every Pride Day and Fall Festival Celebration that has been held since that time.
It is therefore with the utmost sadness that today we must announce the cancellation of the 2020 Fall Festival.
Each year thousands of Bensalem Residents gather in our Central Park to enjoy a day full of rides, games, performances and demonstrations, foods and crafts from a vast array of vendors, and the annual car show. The Festival would conclude with a concert under the stars at our Penn Community Bank Amphitheatre and a second-to-none fireworks display prepared by internationally renowned Zambelli Fireworks.
The Fall Festival involves nearly a year’s worth of planning by a great number of people within the Township. As the Governor’s Declaration of Emergency, Stay at Home Order, and Phased Reopening Plans went into effect in March and April, the Township initially put Fall Festival Plans on hold, hoping that as time progressed, a Fall Festival, smaller in size and scope than normal, might still be possible. As Governor Wolf moved Bucks County into the “Green Phase” of his Reopening Plan at the end of June, the Township began working on a plan that would have kept this year’s concert under the stars and fireworks display as scheduled, hoping that the Governor’s restrictions on outdoor gatherings would have been further modified or even lifted by Labor Day.
Sadly, last week the Governor extended his Declaration of Emergency for another 90 days, carrying us up to the end of November. Further, the Governor’s prohibition against outdoor crowds or gatherings of greater than 250 people remains in effect, and neither the Governor nor the Secretary of Health have given any indication that this 250 person limitation will be either lifted or modified at any time in the near future. As we are now less than a month from the October 3rd Fall Festival date, we have no alternative but to acknowledge, at this time, that the show cannot go on.
As Summer has now drawn to a close, and the final few months of this unprecedented year are upon us, let us pray for our lives too soon return to normal. Until then, please stay safe, and please take time to appreciate the things in our lives that we too often take for granted until they are suddenly gone.
It is therefore with the utmost sadness that today we must announce the cancellation of the 2020 Fall Festival.
Each year thousands of Bensalem Residents gather in our Central Park to enjoy a day full of rides, games, performances and demonstrations, foods and crafts from a vast array of vendors, and the annual car show. The Festival would conclude with a concert under the stars at our Penn Community Bank Amphitheatre and a second-to-none fireworks display prepared by internationally renowned Zambelli Fireworks.
The Fall Festival involves nearly a year’s worth of planning by a great number of people within the Township. As the Governor’s Declaration of Emergency, Stay at Home Order, and Phased Reopening Plans went into effect in March and April, the Township initially put Fall Festival Plans on hold, hoping that as time progressed, a Fall Festival, smaller in size and scope than normal, might still be possible. As Governor Wolf moved Bucks County into the “Green Phase” of his Reopening Plan at the end of June, the Township began working on a plan that would have kept this year’s concert under the stars and fireworks display as scheduled, hoping that the Governor’s restrictions on outdoor gatherings would have been further modified or even lifted by Labor Day.
Sadly, last week the Governor extended his Declaration of Emergency for another 90 days, carrying us up to the end of November. Further, the Governor’s prohibition against outdoor crowds or gatherings of greater than 250 people remains in effect, and neither the Governor nor the Secretary of Health have given any indication that this 250 person limitation will be either lifted or modified at any time in the near future. As we are now less than a month from the October 3rd Fall Festival date, we have no alternative but to acknowledge, at this time, that the show cannot go on.
As Summer has now drawn to a close, and the final few months of this unprecedented year are upon us, let us pray for our lives too soon return to normal. Until then, please stay safe, and please take time to appreciate the things in our lives that we too often take for granted until they are suddenly gone.
9.8.20
AVOIDING EVICTION - RESOURCES FOR BENSALEM RESIDENTS
AVOIDING EVICTION - RESOURCES FOR BENSALEM RESIDENTS
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6.26.20
Bensalem Township Mayor Joseph DiGirolamo and Director of Public Safety Fred Harran discuss the township building reopening to the public on Monday, June 29, 2020, and the rules and regulations as we move into the green phase.
Bensalem Township Mayor Joseph DiGirolamo and Director of Public Safety Fred Harran discuss the township building reopening to the public on Monday, June 29, 2020, and the rules and regulations as we move into the green phase.
6.25.20
2020 PENN COMMUNITY BANK AMPHITHEATER CONCERT SEASON CANCELLED
Bensalem Township Mayor, Joseph DiGirolamo and Director of Public Safety, Fred Harran address the public regarding the cancellation of the 2020 Penn Community Bank Amphitheater Summer Concert Series.
2020 PENN COMMUNITY BANK AMPHITHEATER CONCERT SEASON CANCELLED
Bensalem Township Mayor, Joseph DiGirolamo and Director of Public Safety, Fred Harran address the public regarding the cancellation of the 2020 Penn Community Bank Amphitheater Summer Concert Series.
6.24.20
2020 PENN COMMUNITY BANK AMPHITHEATER CONCERT SEASON CANCELLED
Dear Friends:
I’m saddened to announce the cancellation of the 2020 Penn Community Bank Amphitheater Concerts. This decision was quite difficult. Our team continued to monitor Governor Wolf’s Covid-19 3-stage re-opening approach very carefully, and had hoped upon hope we could open at full capacity with no restrictions.
Unfortunately, Governor Wolf’s phased re-opening plan, even as we approach the less restrictive “green phase,” has a multitude of restrictions, which are not reasonable for an outdoor entertainment complex that holds close to 2000 people.
As a result and in the best interest of the health of our fans, crew and talent we had to make this heart-wrenching decision. After 20 summers of great entertainment, the amphitheater will remain closed. Hopefully 2021 will bring normalcy and we’ll be back with the great tribute band experience all have come to know and love! Until such time, stay safe, healthy and enjoy your summer.
As a season pass holder, we have the following options for you moving forward:
1). If you wish to retain your season pass for the 2021 season it will be valid.
2). You can request a refund.
In order to facilitate either option, you must respond via email at [email protected] by December 15, 2020. A representative can assist you by telephone at 215-633-3600.
Everyone please continue to stay safe and be well.
Respectfully,
Joseph DiGirolamo, Mayor
Bensalem Township
2020 PENN COMMUNITY BANK AMPHITHEATER CONCERT SEASON CANCELLED
Dear Friends:
I’m saddened to announce the cancellation of the 2020 Penn Community Bank Amphitheater Concerts. This decision was quite difficult. Our team continued to monitor Governor Wolf’s Covid-19 3-stage re-opening approach very carefully, and had hoped upon hope we could open at full capacity with no restrictions.
Unfortunately, Governor Wolf’s phased re-opening plan, even as we approach the less restrictive “green phase,” has a multitude of restrictions, which are not reasonable for an outdoor entertainment complex that holds close to 2000 people.
As a result and in the best interest of the health of our fans, crew and talent we had to make this heart-wrenching decision. After 20 summers of great entertainment, the amphitheater will remain closed. Hopefully 2021 will bring normalcy and we’ll be back with the great tribute band experience all have come to know and love! Until such time, stay safe, healthy and enjoy your summer.
As a season pass holder, we have the following options for you moving forward:
1). If you wish to retain your season pass for the 2021 season it will be valid.
2). You can request a refund.
In order to facilitate either option, you must respond via email at [email protected] by December 15, 2020. A representative can assist you by telephone at 215-633-3600.
Everyone please continue to stay safe and be well.
Respectfully,
Joseph DiGirolamo, Mayor
Bensalem Township
6.19.20
BENSALEM ENTERS GREEN PHASE ON JUNE 26TH
The Governor of Pennsylvania has announced that Bucks County (including Bensalem Township) will move into the green phase of his reopening plan on Friday, June 26, 2020. For further information click HERE.
BENSALEM ENTERS GREEN PHASE ON JUNE 26TH
The Governor of Pennsylvania has announced that Bucks County (including Bensalem Township) will move into the green phase of his reopening plan on Friday, June 26, 2020. For further information click HERE.
6.11.20
6.5.20
MESSAGE FROM MAYOR JOSEPH DIGIROLAMO
MESSAGE FROM MAYOR JOSEPH DIGIROLAMO
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BENSALEM MOVES INTO YELLOW PHASE
Today Bucks County, including Bensalem Township, moves out of the red and into the yellow phase of the reopening plan for Pennsylvania. For more information click HERE.
Today Bucks County, including Bensalem Township, moves out of the red and into the yellow phase of the reopening plan for Pennsylvania. For more information click HERE.
5.29.20
SUMMER REC PROGRAM CANCELLED
Bensalem Township Parks and Recreation Summer Program has made the tough decision to cancel the programs for 2020. For refund and any clarification, please contact their hotline at 215-633-3616. Thank you.
4 TOWNSHIP PLAYGROUNDS REOPENING MAY 30TH
Four playgrounds in Bensalem Township will reopen tomorrow, Saturday, May 30, 2020. These playgrounds include Imagination Land at 3700 Hulmeville Road, Central Park at 2400 Byberry Road, Firefighters Field at 100 Rockhill Drive and Bensalem Community Park at 4301 Richlieu Road.
All CDC rules and regulations (including masks and social distancing) must be followed.
Bensalem Township Parks and Recreation Summer Program has made the tough decision to cancel the programs for 2020. For refund and any clarification, please contact their hotline at 215-633-3616. Thank you.
4 TOWNSHIP PLAYGROUNDS REOPENING MAY 30TH
Four playgrounds in Bensalem Township will reopen tomorrow, Saturday, May 30, 2020. These playgrounds include Imagination Land at 3700 Hulmeville Road, Central Park at 2400 Byberry Road, Firefighters Field at 100 Rockhill Drive and Bensalem Community Park at 4301 Richlieu Road.
All CDC rules and regulations (including masks and social distancing) must be followed.
5.28.20
PROCEDURE POLICY AND VISITOR HEALTH QUESTIONNAIRE FOR PLANNING COMMISSION AND ZONING HEARING BOARD MEETINGS
View Procedure Policy for Applicants, Expert Witness, and Township Residents attending the Planning Commission, Zoning Hearing Board Meetings and Appointments HERE
All attendees will also need to download and fill out the Visitor Health Questionnaire HERE prior to attending.
All Applicants, Expert Witness, and Township Residents attending the Planning Commission or Zoning Hearing Board must conform to the guidelines.
PROCEDURE POLICY AND VISITOR HEALTH QUESTIONNAIRE FOR PLANNING COMMISSION AND ZONING HEARING BOARD MEETINGS
View Procedure Policy for Applicants, Expert Witness, and Township Residents attending the Planning Commission, Zoning Hearing Board Meetings and Appointments HERE
All attendees will also need to download and fill out the Visitor Health Questionnaire HERE prior to attending.
All Applicants, Expert Witness, and Township Residents attending the Planning Commission or Zoning Hearing Board must conform to the guidelines.
5.26.20
5.13.20
PENN COMMUNITY BANK AMPHITHEATER JUNE CONCERTS POSTPONED
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic all June concerts at the Penn Community Bank Amphitheater are postponed.
More details will be forthcoming as additional guidance from the state government is provided.
PENN COMMUNITY BANK AMPHITHEATER JUNE CONCERTS POSTPONED
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic all June concerts at the Penn Community Bank Amphitheater are postponed.
More details will be forthcoming as additional guidance from the state government is provided.
5.7.20
SELF-EMPLOYED AND OTHERS CAN NOW FILE FOR BACKDATED PANDEMIC UNEMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE BENEFITS
Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) Secretary Jerry Oleksiak today announced eligible self-employed, independent contractors, gig workers and others not normally eligible for regular unemployment compensation (UC) can begin filing backdated claims in the new Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) website, https://tinyurl.com/yar73kz8.
The new PUA system, which launched its first phase on April 18, was completed early this morning and is now fully operational. L&I opted to roll out the system in two phases to collect as many applications ahead of time as possible so that payments could be made quickly after the website’s completion. To date, more than 174,000 new PUA claims have been filed.
Important information follows about the new PUA system and the process to file for previous weeks of unemployment and weekly certifications moving forward, and more... https://www.bensalempa.gov/uc-filing.html
SELF-EMPLOYED AND OTHERS CAN NOW FILE FOR BACKDATED PANDEMIC UNEMPLOYMENT ASSISTANCE BENEFITS
Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry (L&I) Secretary Jerry Oleksiak today announced eligible self-employed, independent contractors, gig workers and others not normally eligible for regular unemployment compensation (UC) can begin filing backdated claims in the new Pandemic Unemployment Assistance (PUA) website, https://tinyurl.com/yar73kz8.
The new PUA system, which launched its first phase on April 18, was completed early this morning and is now fully operational. L&I opted to roll out the system in two phases to collect as many applications ahead of time as possible so that payments could be made quickly after the website’s completion. To date, more than 174,000 new PUA claims have been filed.
Important information follows about the new PUA system and the process to file for previous weeks of unemployment and weekly certifications moving forward, and more... https://www.bensalempa.gov/uc-filing.html
5.4.20
4.30.20
FAQ ON PERMITTED CONSTRUCTION
Frequently Asked Questions from the Governor's Office for Businesses in the Construction Industry Permitted to Operate During the COVID-19 Disaster Emergency
https://tinyurl.com/ya8ym53f
FAQ ON PERMITTED CONSTRUCTION
Frequently Asked Questions from the Governor's Office for Businesses in the Construction Industry Permitted to Operate During the COVID-19 Disaster Emergency
https://tinyurl.com/ya8ym53f
4.28.20
COUNTRY CLUB TO REOPEN UNDER STRICT GUIDELINES
The Bensalem Township Country Club Golf Course will be reopening beginning May 1, 2020 under strict guidelines. The Governor of Pennsylvania recently announced a statewide reopening of limited outdoor recreational activities to help maintain positive physical and mental health. Please click HERE to review COVID-19 policies and guest procedures at the facility.
MAYOR AND COUNCIL EXTEND COUNTY AND MUNICIPAL REAL ESTATE PROPERTY TEX DEADLINE TO JULY 30, 2020
During the April 27th Council Meeting an Ordinance/Resolution was passed to extend the deadline for both county and municipal taxes from June 30th to July 30th with no penalty. The 2% discount is only applicable if taxes are paid by Thursday, April 30th.
Any questions, you can contact the office of the Treasurer, Ray Wall, at 214-244-8840. The Bensalem Tax Office is located at 3750 Hulmeville Road-Bensalem, PA 19020 (next to Imagination Land Playground). There is a locked drop box at this address for those who wish to utilize.
COUNTRY CLUB TO REOPEN UNDER STRICT GUIDELINES
The Bensalem Township Country Club Golf Course will be reopening beginning May 1, 2020 under strict guidelines. The Governor of Pennsylvania recently announced a statewide reopening of limited outdoor recreational activities to help maintain positive physical and mental health. Please click HERE to review COVID-19 policies and guest procedures at the facility.
MAYOR AND COUNCIL EXTEND COUNTY AND MUNICIPAL REAL ESTATE PROPERTY TEX DEADLINE TO JULY 30, 2020
During the April 27th Council Meeting an Ordinance/Resolution was passed to extend the deadline for both county and municipal taxes from June 30th to July 30th with no penalty. The 2% discount is only applicable if taxes are paid by Thursday, April 30th.
Any questions, you can contact the office of the Treasurer, Ray Wall, at 214-244-8840. The Bensalem Tax Office is located at 3750 Hulmeville Road-Bensalem, PA 19020 (next to Imagination Land Playground). There is a locked drop box at this address for those who wish to utilize.
4.17.20
4.16.20
PARKS REOPEN FOR LIMITED USE
Effective Saturday, April 18, 2020 three of Bensalem Township park's will reopen for limited use, such as walking, while following distancing protocols. Parks to reopen include Bensalem Community Park at 4301 Richilieu Road, Firefighter's Field at 80 Rockhill Drive and Central Park (Home of the Penn Community Bank Amphitheater) at 2400 Byberry Road. Please note that all playgrounds remain closed until further notice.
PARKS REOPEN FOR LIMITED USE
Effective Saturday, April 18, 2020 three of Bensalem Township park's will reopen for limited use, such as walking, while following distancing protocols. Parks to reopen include Bensalem Community Park at 4301 Richilieu Road, Firefighter's Field at 80 Rockhill Drive and Central Park (Home of the Penn Community Bank Amphitheater) at 2400 Byberry Road. Please note that all playgrounds remain closed until further notice.
4.8.20
PARKS CLOSED
Effective sunset tonight (Wednesday, April 8, 2020) all parks in Bensalem Township will be closed until further notice to help prevent the spread of COVID-19.
PARKS CLOSED
Effective sunset tonight (Wednesday, April 8, 2020) all parks in Bensalem Township will be closed until further notice to help prevent the spread of COVID-19.
4.7.20
4.2.20
TOWNSHIP FACILITY CLOSURE EXTENSIONS
Closures to Township facilities has been extended through Thursday, April 30, 2020, after which time the situation will be re-evaluated for appropriate action.
Township Facilities Closed:
• Bensalem Township Administration Building, 2400 Byberry Road
• Bensalem Township Public Works, 3800 Hulmeville Road
• Bensalem Township Senior Center, 1850 Byberry Road
• Bensalem Township Country Club, 2000 Brown Avenue
• Bensalem Township Community Park, 4301 Richlieu Road
• Firefighters Field, 80 Rockhill Drive
• All playground equipment on township property
Township personnel are available by telephone to assist the needs of the community by calling the following:
• Township Building and Planning Department please call 215-633-3644
• Township Public Works service request can be made at 215-633-3733
• Should you need any other Township service please call 215-633-3600
Township Police Department will remain open to the public at the designated entrance of the Township Municipal Building.
Please be assured that your POLICE, FIRE & EMS RESPONDERS in Bensalem Township are fully staffed and will be there for you! The Bensalem Township Emergency Management Team has protocols in place to ensure safety of our First Responders and our residents.
For all the latest announcements, news and updates, please visit the Township website at www.bensalempa.gov.
Please continue to monitor the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) and the Pennsylvania & Bucks County Health Department’s websites for the latest information and guidance.
Please continue to exercise these precautions to keep yourselves and family healthy, especially during the flu season.
• Wash your hands with soap and water, or hand sanitizer, frequently throughout the day, and particularly before you eat or touch your face, and after you sneeze, cough, or blow your nose.
• Stay home when you are sick.
• Put distance between yourself and other people – minimum six (6) feet.
• Avoid close contact, or prolonged visits, with people who are sick.
• Cover your sneeze or cough with a tissue or your elbow. Throw the tissue in the trash and wash your hands.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using household cleaning spray or disinfectant wipes.
• Get your flu shot if you have not done so already.
• For regular updates on the virus, please monitor the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) website from time to time.
Please note that this is a developing situation and information is subject to change. We will post updates on our website as new information is received.
Additional Information can be found in the below locations:
PA Department of Health Media Page for updates to the virus: https://www.media.pa.gov/Pages/Health.aspx
PA Department of Health Coronavirus Situation Summary: https://www.health.pa.gov/Pages/AlertDetails.aspx
Latest Updates from the CDC:
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/summary.html
CDC's Frequently Asked Questions about COVID-19:
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/faq.html
Share Facts, Stop Fear - CDC addresses Common Misconceptions: https://www.cdc.gov/…/2019…/about/share-facts-stop-fear.html
World Health Organization (WHO) - Information on Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19): https://www.who.int/emergen…/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019
WHO - Your Questions Answered:
https://www.who.int/news-room/q-a-detail/q-a-coronaviruses
WHO Mythbusters - Myths busted and other rumors debunked: https://www.who.int/…/novel-…/advice-for-public/myth-busters
TOWNSHIP FACILITY CLOSURE EXTENSIONS
Closures to Township facilities has been extended through Thursday, April 30, 2020, after which time the situation will be re-evaluated for appropriate action.
Township Facilities Closed:
• Bensalem Township Administration Building, 2400 Byberry Road
• Bensalem Township Public Works, 3800 Hulmeville Road
• Bensalem Township Senior Center, 1850 Byberry Road
• Bensalem Township Country Club, 2000 Brown Avenue
• Bensalem Township Community Park, 4301 Richlieu Road
• Firefighters Field, 80 Rockhill Drive
• All playground equipment on township property
Township personnel are available by telephone to assist the needs of the community by calling the following:
• Township Building and Planning Department please call 215-633-3644
• Township Public Works service request can be made at 215-633-3733
• Should you need any other Township service please call 215-633-3600
Township Police Department will remain open to the public at the designated entrance of the Township Municipal Building.
Please be assured that your POLICE, FIRE & EMS RESPONDERS in Bensalem Township are fully staffed and will be there for you! The Bensalem Township Emergency Management Team has protocols in place to ensure safety of our First Responders and our residents.
For all the latest announcements, news and updates, please visit the Township website at www.bensalempa.gov.
Please continue to monitor the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) and the Pennsylvania & Bucks County Health Department’s websites for the latest information and guidance.
Please continue to exercise these precautions to keep yourselves and family healthy, especially during the flu season.
• Wash your hands with soap and water, or hand sanitizer, frequently throughout the day, and particularly before you eat or touch your face, and after you sneeze, cough, or blow your nose.
• Stay home when you are sick.
• Put distance between yourself and other people – minimum six (6) feet.
• Avoid close contact, or prolonged visits, with people who are sick.
• Cover your sneeze or cough with a tissue or your elbow. Throw the tissue in the trash and wash your hands.
• Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using household cleaning spray or disinfectant wipes.
• Get your flu shot if you have not done so already.
• For regular updates on the virus, please monitor the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) website from time to time.
Please note that this is a developing situation and information is subject to change. We will post updates on our website as new information is received.
Additional Information can be found in the below locations:
PA Department of Health Media Page for updates to the virus: https://www.media.pa.gov/Pages/Health.aspx
PA Department of Health Coronavirus Situation Summary: https://www.health.pa.gov/Pages/AlertDetails.aspx
Latest Updates from the CDC:
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/summary.html
CDC's Frequently Asked Questions about COVID-19:
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/faq.html
Share Facts, Stop Fear - CDC addresses Common Misconceptions: https://www.cdc.gov/…/2019…/about/share-facts-stop-fear.html
World Health Organization (WHO) - Information on Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19): https://www.who.int/emergen…/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019
WHO - Your Questions Answered:
https://www.who.int/news-room/q-a-detail/q-a-coronaviruses
WHO Mythbusters - Myths busted and other rumors debunked: https://www.who.int/…/novel-…/advice-for-public/myth-busters
4.1.20
NOTICE: HOMEOWNER ASSISTANCE GRANT CHECKS HAVE NOW BEEN MAILED OUT
HOMEOWNER ASSISTANCE GRANT CHECKS TO BE MAILED IN APRIL
Mayor DiGirolamo announced today (April 1, 2020) that he has directed the Township Administration to immediately begin the process of issuing this year’s Homeowners Assistance Grant checks so that Homeowners will receive them in April rather than in the Fall.
Homeowners Assistance Grant checks are traditionally mailed to our Township Homeowners in September or October. The Mayor has directed, however, that work begin now to process and mail over 14,400 checks to Homeowners throughout Bensalem Township, and that the amount of this year’s Grant will again be $300.
The traditional $150 Grant for Senior Citizens (65 and older) and Disabled Persons will also be made available at this time. As in the past, there are income eligibility requirements for these additional Grants, and an application for the Senior Citizen and Disabled Person Grants must be submitted to the Township.
Due to the time involved in processing the over 14,400 Grant checks, together with other factors regarding this process that are outside of the Township’s control, the Township projects that Homeowners will begin receiving their checks near the end of April, at a time when they will likely be most needed by our residents.
Speaking on behalf of the Township Council and his Administration, the Mayor stated that the he hopes the early mailing of the $300 Grant will make it a little easier for Homeowners and their families as they work to get through these uncertain and unprecedented times.
HOMEOWNER ASSISTANCE GRANT CHECKS TO BE MAILED IN APRIL
Mayor DiGirolamo announced today (April 1, 2020) that he has directed the Township Administration to immediately begin the process of issuing this year’s Homeowners Assistance Grant checks so that Homeowners will receive them in April rather than in the Fall.
Homeowners Assistance Grant checks are traditionally mailed to our Township Homeowners in September or October. The Mayor has directed, however, that work begin now to process and mail over 14,400 checks to Homeowners throughout Bensalem Township, and that the amount of this year’s Grant will again be $300.
The traditional $150 Grant for Senior Citizens (65 and older) and Disabled Persons will also be made available at this time. As in the past, there are income eligibility requirements for these additional Grants, and an application for the Senior Citizen and Disabled Person Grants must be submitted to the Township.
Due to the time involved in processing the over 14,400 Grant checks, together with other factors regarding this process that are outside of the Township’s control, the Township projects that Homeowners will begin receiving their checks near the end of April, at a time when they will likely be most needed by our residents.
Speaking on behalf of the Township Council and his Administration, the Mayor stated that the he hopes the early mailing of the $300 Grant will make it a little easier for Homeowners and their families as they work to get through these uncertain and unprecedented times.
3.31.20
NEW BINS BEING PLACED IN SHOPPING CENTERS FOR GLOVE AND WIPE DISPOSAL
New bins are being placed in shopping center parking lots around Bensalem Township to safely dispose of gloves and wipes. Please take advantage of these bins, and avoid discarding these items irresponsibly.
NEW BINS BEING PLACED IN SHOPPING CENTERS FOR GLOVE AND WIPE DISPOSAL
New bins are being placed in shopping center parking lots around Bensalem Township to safely dispose of gloves and wipes. Please take advantage of these bins, and avoid discarding these items irresponsibly.
3.30.20
BINS BEING PLACED IN SHOPPING CENTERS FOR GLOVE AND WIPE DISPOSAL
Bins to safely dispose of gloves and wipes have been placed in shopping center parking lots around Bensalem Township. Please take advantage of these bins, and avoid discarding them irresponsibly.
Bins to safely dispose of gloves and wipes have been placed in shopping center parking lots around Bensalem Township. Please take advantage of these bins, and avoid discarding them irresponsibly.
3.28.20
CLOSURES TO TOWNSHIP FACILITIES EXTENDED
Closures to the Township facilities listed in the original Public Notice below has been extended through Friday, April 3, 2020, after which time the situation will be re-evaluated for appropriate action.
All Township Advisory Boards, Commissions, and Committee Meetings are CANCELLED until April 3, 2020, after which time the situation will be re-evaluated for appropriate action.
All Township sponsored programs, workshops, organized sporting activities, and special events on Township fields or in Township facilities are also CANCELLED until April 3, 2020, after which time the situation will be re-evaluated for appropriate action.
CLOSURES TO TOWNSHIP FACILITIES EXTENDED
Closures to the Township facilities listed in the original Public Notice below has been extended through Friday, April 3, 2020, after which time the situation will be re-evaluated for appropriate action.
All Township Advisory Boards, Commissions, and Committee Meetings are CANCELLED until April 3, 2020, after which time the situation will be re-evaluated for appropriate action.
All Township sponsored programs, workshops, organized sporting activities, and special events on Township fields or in Township facilities are also CANCELLED until April 3, 2020, after which time the situation will be re-evaluated for appropriate action.
3.27.20
3.25.20
NOTICE: UPDATE ON EXTENSIONS OF TAX FILING DEADLINES
Mayor DiGirolamo today announced that as part of the Township’s ongoing response to the current Coronavirus crisis, the Deadline for making 2020 First Quarter EIT payments has been extended to July 15, 2020. This follows his announcement earlier this week that the Individual Filing Deadline for 2019 Earned Income Tax Returns has also been extended to July 15, 2020. As a result of these actions, there will be no penalties or interest imposed on either Tax Year 2019 Final EIT Return payments or First Quarter 2020 EIT payments that are made before or on July 15, 2020.
The Mayor further announced today that in the hope of providing assistance to Bensalem businesses that may also be feeling the impacts of the current Coronavirus crisis, all Township Business Privilege Tax filings that are due on April 15, 2020 will now be accepted up to July 15, 2020 without any assessment of penalty or interest on those filings.
Finally, the Mayor announced today that in the hope of providing further relief to Bensalem property owners, he has been in ongoing contact with Senator Tomlinson and County Commissioner Gene DiGirolamo regarding the possible extension of the Deadlines for the payment of Township Property Taxes. As an outgrowth of those discussions, earlier this week Senator Tomlinson co-sponsored a Bill in the State Senate that would approve the extension of property tax payments for property owners throughout the Commonwealth. It is one of a number of pieces of legislation introduced in Harrisburg to help get Pennsylvania through this crisis, and the Mayor is hopeful that assistance from the State in regard to these property tax deadlines will be coming soon.
For more information or greater details regarding the Earned Income Tax, please contact the EIT Tax Collector, Keystone Collections, at www.keystonecollects.com. For more information or greater details regarding the Business Privilege Tax, please contact the BP Tax Collector, eCollect+, at www.ecollectplus.com.
NOTICE: UPDATE ON EXTENSIONS OF TAX FILING DEADLINES
Mayor DiGirolamo today announced that as part of the Township’s ongoing response to the current Coronavirus crisis, the Deadline for making 2020 First Quarter EIT payments has been extended to July 15, 2020. This follows his announcement earlier this week that the Individual Filing Deadline for 2019 Earned Income Tax Returns has also been extended to July 15, 2020. As a result of these actions, there will be no penalties or interest imposed on either Tax Year 2019 Final EIT Return payments or First Quarter 2020 EIT payments that are made before or on July 15, 2020.
The Mayor further announced today that in the hope of providing assistance to Bensalem businesses that may also be feeling the impacts of the current Coronavirus crisis, all Township Business Privilege Tax filings that are due on April 15, 2020 will now be accepted up to July 15, 2020 without any assessment of penalty or interest on those filings.
Finally, the Mayor announced today that in the hope of providing further relief to Bensalem property owners, he has been in ongoing contact with Senator Tomlinson and County Commissioner Gene DiGirolamo regarding the possible extension of the Deadlines for the payment of Township Property Taxes. As an outgrowth of those discussions, earlier this week Senator Tomlinson co-sponsored a Bill in the State Senate that would approve the extension of property tax payments for property owners throughout the Commonwealth. It is one of a number of pieces of legislation introduced in Harrisburg to help get Pennsylvania through this crisis, and the Mayor is hopeful that assistance from the State in regard to these property tax deadlines will be coming soon.
For more information or greater details regarding the Earned Income Tax, please contact the EIT Tax Collector, Keystone Collections, at www.keystonecollects.com. For more information or greater details regarding the Business Privilege Tax, please contact the BP Tax Collector, eCollect+, at www.ecollectplus.com.
3.23.20
EIT FILING DEADLINE EXTENDED
Mayor DiGirolamo is pleased to announce that in response to the current Coronavirus crisis, the Individual Filing Deadline for 2019 Earned Income Tax Returns has been extended to July 15, 2020. Further, there will be no penalties or interest imposed on Tax Year 2019 Final EIT Return payments that are made before or on July 15, 2020. For more information or greater details, please contact the EIT Tax Collector, Keystone Collections, at www.keystonecollects.com.
EIT FILING DEADLINE EXTENDED
Mayor DiGirolamo is pleased to announce that in response to the current Coronavirus crisis, the Individual Filing Deadline for 2019 Earned Income Tax Returns has been extended to July 15, 2020. Further, there will be no penalties or interest imposed on Tax Year 2019 Final EIT Return payments that are made before or on July 15, 2020. For more information or greater details, please contact the EIT Tax Collector, Keystone Collections, at www.keystonecollects.com.
3.20.20
3.16.20
TOWNSHIP FACILITY CLOSURES
In furtherance of Governor Wolf’s Proclamation of Disaster Emergency as amended on March 15, 2020, and the public health emergency surrounding the Coronavirus, known as COVID-19, the following Township facilities are hereby CLOSED to the public effective Tuesday, March 17, 2020, until Monday, March 30, 2020, after which time the situation will be re-evaluated for appropriate action:
Additional locations to be closed effective Thursday, March 19, 2020:
• Bensalem Township Country Club, 2000 Brown Avenue
• Bensalem Township Community Park, 4301 Richlieu Road
• Firefighters Field, 80 Rockhill Drive
• All playground equipment on township property
Township personnel are available by telephone to assist the needs of the community by calling the following:
Township Police Department will remain open to the public at the designated entrance of the Township Municipal Building.
Please be assured that your POLICE, FIRE & EMS RESPONDERS in Bensalem Township are fully staffed and will be there for you! The Bensalem Township Emergency Management Team has protocols in place to ensure safety of our First Responders and our residents.
All Township Advisory Boards, Commissions, and Committee Meetings are CANCELLED until March 30, 2020, after which time the situation will be re- evaluated for appropriate action.
All Township sponsored programs, workshops, organized sporting activities, and special events on Township fields or in Township facilities are also CANCELLED until March 30, 2020, after which time the situation will be re-evaluated for appropriate action.
For all the latest announcements, news and updates, please visit the Township website at www.bensalempa.gov.
Please continue to monitor the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) and the Pennsylvania & Bucks County Health Department’s websites for the latest information and guidance.
Please continue to exercise these precautions to keep yourselves and family healthy, especially during the flu season.
Additional Information can be found in the below locations:
PA Department of Health Media Page for updates to the virus: https://www.media.pa.gov/Pages/Health.aspx
PA Department of Health Coronavirus Situation Summary: https://www.health.pa.gov/Pages/AlertDetails.aspx
Latest Updates from the CDC:
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/summary.html
CDC's Frequently Asked Questions about COVID-19:
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/faq.html
Share Facts, Stop Fear - CDC addresses Common Misconceptions: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/about/share-facts-stop-fear.html
World Health Organization (WHO) - Information on Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19): https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019
WHO - Your Questions Answered:
https://www.who.int/news-room/q-a-detail/q-a-coronaviruses
WHO Mythbusters - Myths busted and other rumors debunked: https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019/advice-for-public/myth-busters
TOWNSHIP FACILITY CLOSURES
In furtherance of Governor Wolf’s Proclamation of Disaster Emergency as amended on March 15, 2020, and the public health emergency surrounding the Coronavirus, known as COVID-19, the following Township facilities are hereby CLOSED to the public effective Tuesday, March 17, 2020, until Monday, March 30, 2020, after which time the situation will be re-evaluated for appropriate action:
- Bensalem Township Administration Building, 2400 Byberry Road
- Bensalem Township Public Works, 3800 Hulmeville Road
- Bensalem Township Senior Center, 1850 Byberry Road
- Bensalem Township Tax Office, 3750 Hulmeville Road
Additional locations to be closed effective Thursday, March 19, 2020:
• Bensalem Township Country Club, 2000 Brown Avenue
• Bensalem Township Community Park, 4301 Richlieu Road
• Firefighters Field, 80 Rockhill Drive
• All playground equipment on township property
Township personnel are available by telephone to assist the needs of the community by calling the following:
- Township Building and Planning Department please call 215-633-3644
- Township Public Works service request can be made at 215-633-3733
- Township Tax Office please call 215-244-8840 (Dropbox available outside of the Tax Office)
- Should you need any other Township service please call 215-633-3600
Township Police Department will remain open to the public at the designated entrance of the Township Municipal Building.
Please be assured that your POLICE, FIRE & EMS RESPONDERS in Bensalem Township are fully staffed and will be there for you! The Bensalem Township Emergency Management Team has protocols in place to ensure safety of our First Responders and our residents.
All Township Advisory Boards, Commissions, and Committee Meetings are CANCELLED until March 30, 2020, after which time the situation will be re- evaluated for appropriate action.
All Township sponsored programs, workshops, organized sporting activities, and special events on Township fields or in Township facilities are also CANCELLED until March 30, 2020, after which time the situation will be re-evaluated for appropriate action.
For all the latest announcements, news and updates, please visit the Township website at www.bensalempa.gov.
Please continue to monitor the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) and the Pennsylvania & Bucks County Health Department’s websites for the latest information and guidance.
Please continue to exercise these precautions to keep yourselves and family healthy, especially during the flu season.
- Wash your hands with soap and water, or hand sanitizer, frequently throughout the day, and particularly before you eat or touch your face, and after you sneeze, cough, or blow your nose.
- Stay home when you are sick.
- Put distance between yourself and other people – minimum six (6) feet.
- Avoid close contact, or prolonged visits, with people who are sick.
- Cover your sneeze or cough with a tissue or your elbow. Throw the tissue in the trash and wash your hands.
- Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces using household cleaning spray or disinfectant wipes.
- Get your flu shot if you have not done so already.
- For regular updates on the virus, please monitor the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) website from time to time. Please note that this is a developing situation and information is subject to change. We will post updates on our website as new information is received.
Additional Information can be found in the below locations:
PA Department of Health Media Page for updates to the virus: https://www.media.pa.gov/Pages/Health.aspx
PA Department of Health Coronavirus Situation Summary: https://www.health.pa.gov/Pages/AlertDetails.aspx
Latest Updates from the CDC:
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/summary.html
CDC's Frequently Asked Questions about COVID-19:
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/faq.html
Share Facts, Stop Fear - CDC addresses Common Misconceptions: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/about/share-facts-stop-fear.html
World Health Organization (WHO) - Information on Coronavirus Disease (COVID-19): https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019
WHO - Your Questions Answered:
https://www.who.int/news-room/q-a-detail/q-a-coronaviruses
WHO Mythbusters - Myths busted and other rumors debunked: https://www.who.int/emergencies/diseases/novel-coronavirus-2019/advice-for-public/myth-busters
3.14.20
