In an emergency knowing what to do is your best defense, make an emergency plan.  Please visit the following web-site.  www.ReadyPa.org. It will provide information for the home, car, and place of employment.  Utilize the checklists provided.

Storm Water Basic Information

The National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Storm Water Program regulates storm water discharges from three potential sources: municipal separate storm sewer systems (MS4s), construction activities, and industrial activities. Most storm water discharges are considered point sources, and operators of these sources may be required to receive an NPDES permit before they can discharge. This permitting mechanism is designed to prevent storm water runoff from washing harmful pollutants into local surface waters such as streams, rivers, lakes or coastal waters.

Most states are authorized to implement the NPDES Storm Water Program and administer their own storm water permitting programs. EPA remains the permitting authority in a few states, territories and on most tribal lands. For these areas, EPA provides oversight and issues storm water permits

Why should we be concerned about stormwater runoff?

Runoff from rainstorms and snowmelt is the most significant source of water pollution today. Stormwater carries sediment, oil, grease, nitrogen, phosphorus, and other pollutants into storm drains and then, untreated, into nearby water bodies. Because most stormwater drainage systems provide no treatment, preventing contamination of stormwater is crucial to ensure that pollutants are not released into the environment. Municipal drinking water systems may face higher costs if they must treat water contaminated by stormwater runoff. Improperly managed stormwater runoff is also a leading cause of flooding, which can lead to property damage, cause road safety hazards, and clog catch basins and culverts with sediment and debris.

 For more information on  storm water management

Visit the DEP Website at http://www.depweb.state.pa.us

Just a reminder of our existing Ordinance no. 52 pertaining to public sidewalks.

All sidewalks shall be kept free and clear of  leaves, dirt and any other obstructions or substances which may cause inconvenience or injury to pedestrians.   Failure of the property owner to remove these hazards from  public sidewalks could result in a  fine.   The borough has the authority to remove such obstructions and pass associated costs and fees onto the property owner in the event the owner fails to make the required corrections.   This ordinance pertains to trees, shrubbery and other debris that could impede clear passage.

Borough Council Meetings for the 3rd quarter of 2011 are:
♦July 5 (Tuesday)
♦August 1 and August 15
♦September 6 (Tuesday)
All Borough Council Meetings are open to the public.  Meetings are held at Borough Hall located at 100 Park Avenue, Silverdale, PA.  Meetings start at 7:30pm.

Borough Planning Commission Meetings for the 3rd quarter of 2011 are:
♦July 12
♦August 9
♦September 13
All Planning Commission Meetings are open to the public.  Meetings are held at Borough Hall located at 100 Park Avenue, Silverdale, PA.  Meetings start at 7:30pm.

Silverdale is pleased to announce that we have installed two message boards for your convenience. The boards were received through a grant awarded by the Department of Community and Economic Development. The boards are located at the Silverdale Post Office and at the front entrance of the Borough Office building located in the  Al Reese Park. We hope that the addition of the boards will allow us to communicate more freely regarding whats happening in the borough. We will post items of interest such as dates and times for street sweeping, leaf vacuuming, Christmas tree chipping and up-coming performers for the series of Concerts in the Park. Information of Storm Water Management and anti-pollution. recycling options and other environmental issues will also be provided.

This is a reminder to all borough residents that live on Oak Drive, Lawndale Ave, and in Sterling Knoll: Borough Ordinance #179 requires that post  lights need to be in working order and good repair at all times.  Please be sure to check you lamp post and replace bulbs if needed.   Lighting contributes to safe neighborhoods.

Hello and Welcome to www.silverdalepa.org the official website of Silverdale, Pennsylvania 18964.  Silverdale is a small borough located in Upper Bucks County, and central to Hilltown Township.  Thanks for visiting and please explore our website for additional information about Silverdale Pa, 18962.