BOP AND CITY ANNOUNCE OPPORTUNITY FOR NEIGHBORHOODS TO SELECT NEXT PARK PROJECT
July 9, 2010 - Mayor Kim Bracey announced today that BOP - Bring On Play Committee and the City of York are offering an opportunity for York City neighborhood groups to become involved in selecting the next park to build a new playground.
BOP was formed in 2008 to support positive and healthy play for children and to assist the City in renovating one neighborhood playground each year. BOP completed a community playground build at Lincoln Park in 2009 and has plans underway for the second build at Allen Park on September 10 and 11, 2010.
The City of York and BOP would like neighborhood involvement in selecting the third park to construct a new playground in 2011. An application must be completed and submitted to the City by an interested neighborhood group. Deadline for the applications are September 30, 2010. A copy of the application can be downloaded HERE or can be obtained by calling the Department of Public Works at 717-849-2245.
Mayor Bracey is in full support of BOP and greatly appreciates the efforts that have been made to bring play to the children of the City. Emmy Sasala chair of the BOP Committee for 2010 said, “BOP is excited to continue to bring play to all areas of the City. Our efforts can only be achieved with the support of the neighborhood in which we are working. Allowing community members to complete this application and voice a desire to improve their local park demonstrates to BOP and the City that the community is ready to make a difference in the lives of its residents. BOP relies on the input, passion, and imagination of the local community members, both young and old, to make that difference. In working so closely with the neighborhood in regards to the planning, design and build of the park, we are able to create a lasting sense of pride in what we were able to accomplish together, which can be shared and enjoyed by people of all ages for years to come.”
For more information call the Department of Public Works at 849-2245.
GENERAL AUTHORITY RFQ FOR FINANCIAL ADVISOR
The City of York General Authority if requesting Qualifications for a Financial Advisor to provide services on an as needed basis. For details click here.
MARKET STREET GARAGE REMAINS CLOSED
Final upgrades/improvements are currently taking place. All parking arrangements will remain as is until further notice.
Opening date will be announced as soon as possible. Thank you for your understanding.
YARDWASTE
COLLECTION
UPDATE - Yardwaste collection has begun. The City
of York reminds customers that yard waste is collected weekly on the
normal recycling day in each district. Collections occur each recycling
day from March through December. The City does not accept PLASTIC BAGS
or GRASS for yard waste collection. Customers may use biodegradable
Kraft Paper Bags. The paper bags are composted with the yard waste.
Customers may also use the yellow yard waste cans or bundle brush with
twine.
Yardwaste Cans - $10.00/can
Biodegradable Kraft Paper Bags - $5.00/bundle of ten (10) bags
STREET SWEEPING
UPDATE - Street sweeping will resume Tuesday, March
23rd, weather permitting. Be sure to move your vehicle to avoid a $50
parking ticket.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OFFICE NEW LOCATION
February 11, 2010 – Due to the
construction of the Market Street garage, the Economic Development
Office will move to One Marketway West, 3rd floor, as of
Monday, February 15th. All phone numbers for the office
remain the same.
