Pedals for Progress/Sewing Peace, in its continuing effort to recycle unwanted items properly, is having a used bike and sewing machine collection sponsored by

Chester County Solid Waste Authority

Anyone with an adult or child’s bicycle in repairable condition is urged to donate their bike to this worthy cause. We do not accept “bikes for parts” or disassembled bikes. We also accept working portable sewing machines and sewing notions (no fabric, please).

Bikes and sewing machines can be dropped off rain or shine:

SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 12th 2026, 9AM-12PM

West Goshen Municipal Complex
1025 Paoli Pike (enter on Five Points Rd)
West Goshen, PA 19380

P4P/SP collects 3,000 to 5,000 items annually and transfers this material wealth to those in greater need. To date more than 170,000 bicycles and 6,300 sewing machines have been shipped to developing countries in Central America, Africa and Eastern Europe. In these countries the bikes are reconditioned by partner agencies and distributed at low cost to poor working adults. Bikes provide reliable transportation for commuting to work, transporting product to market, and provide greater mobility accessing health care and other services. Sewing machine shipments help initiate educational programs and generate income opportunities that may otherwise remain out of reach for many people. Steady employment for adults is vital to the development and success of struggling communities.

It costs $75 on average to collect, process, and ship each bicycle. A donation toward shipping costs is necessary for our continued success.  $20 is suggested per bike and sewing machine. All cash and material donations are fully deductible. A receipt will be provided on site.

Pedals for Progress/Sewing Peace is a 501(c)(3) corporation and a registered charity in the states of NJ, NY, PA, CT, VT. Brochures explaining this innovative program will be available at the collection site. P4P seeks donations of wrenches for our overseas shops. For detailed information about our overseas projects and a current schedule of bicycle and sewing machine collections, visit our website at www.p4p.org.

For more information please contact:

Sponsor, Patti, plynn@chestercswa.org or

Alan Schultz, President P4P/SP alan@p4p.org

During and shortly after flushing, residents may experience temporary low water pressure or discolored water. This is normal and does not usually indicate a problem with water safety.

What residents should do

• Avoid doing laundry or running dishwashers during flushing hours, as discolored water may stain clothing or dishes.
• If your water is discolored afterward, remove the aerator or screen from a cold-water faucet—preferably a bathtub, utility sink or the faucet closest to where water enters your home.
• Run cold water for 5–15 minutes, or until it becomes clear. Avoid running hot water first, as this may draw sediment into your water heater.
• Rinse faucet aerators and screens to remove any trapped sediment before reinstalling them.
• Check household water filters after the water is clear. Replace disposable filters if they appear discolored, clogged or have reduced flow. Clean reusable filters according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
• If you use a refrigerator water dispenser or ice maker, flush the dispenser according to the manufacturer’s directions and discard the first batch or two of ice made after flushing.
• If sediment entered your toilet tank, allow the water to clear and then flush the toilet once or twice.

If discoloration or low pressure continues after you have flushed your cold-water lines, please contact the Borough office at 610-268-8501. The office opens at 7 am.

Thank you for your patience while we complete this important maintenance.

The Borough is pleased to report that our drinking water continues to meet all federal and state safety standards.

Each year, we test your water for contaminants to ensure it is clean, safe, and reliable. The 2025 Consumer Confidence Report (CCR) details exactly where your water comes from, what it contains, and how it compares to Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) standards.

📥 Access Your Copy

Click the link below to view or print the full report:
https://avondaleboro.net/wp-content/uploads/Avondale-2025-CCR-Rev2-2.pdf

❓ Questions or Concerns?

If you have questions about this report or need help reading the data, please reach out to the office:

• Phone Number: 610-268-8501
• Email: administrator@avondaleboro.net

Water Conservation • Fire Safety • Fireworks Safety

Help Keep Avondale Borough Safe This Summer

Dry weather increases the risk of drought, wildfires, and water shortages. Every resident can help protect our community by conserving water and using extra caution with outdoor activities.

💧 Conserve Water

Simple steps can make a big difference.

• Water lawns and gardens only when necessary.
• Water early in the morning or late in the evening to reduce evaporation.
• Repair leaking faucets, toilets, and hoses.
• Run dishwashers and washing machines only with full loads.
• Turn off the water while brushing your teeth or washing your vehicle.
• Sweep sidewalks and driveways instead of using a hose.

Conserving water helps ensure an adequate water supply for residents and emergency services.

🔥 Fire Safety During Dry Conditions

Even if a formal burn ban has not been issued, dry vegetation can ignite quickly.

Please remember:

• Follow all Borough regulations regarding open burning.
• Never leave a fire unattended.
• Properly extinguish fire pits, grills, and campfires before leaving them.
• Dispose of cigarettes and smoking materials safely—never toss them onto the ground or from a vehicle.
• Keep combustible materials away from grills and outdoor cooking equipment.
• Report any signs of wildfire or uncontrolled outdoor fires immediately by calling 911.

🎆 Fireworks Safety

Fireworks can quickly start fires during dry weather.

If you choose to use consumer fireworks:

• Follow all Pennsylvania laws regarding consumer fireworks.
• Use fireworks only in a safe, open area away from homes, vehicles, trees, dry grass, and other combustible materials.
• Never allow young children to handle fireworks.
• Keep a bucket of water or a garden hose nearby.
• Never relight malfunctioning fireworks.
• Dispose of used fireworks only after they have cooled completely and been soaked with water.
• Be considerate of your neighbors, pets, veterans, and those sensitive to loud noises.

Always call 911 immediately if a fire starts or someone is injured.

Stay Informed

The Borough will continue to share important updates regarding drought conditions, fire safety, and other emergency information through our website and Facebook page.

Thank you for doing your part to help keep Avondale Borough safe this summer.

Los residentes del condado de Chester pueden comunicarse con la Red de Necesidades Humanas del Condado de Chester (Chester County Human Needs Network) llamando al 211 o enviando su código postal por mensaje de texto al 898-211. Esta red conecta a los residentes con servicios de vivienda, asistencia para el pago de servicios públicos, atención de salud mental y conductual, y otros recursos de apoyo social. Cualquier persona que necesite refugio durante episodios de calor extremo debe ponerse en contacto con la Red de Necesidades Humanas del Condado de Chester.

En chesco.org/heat encontrará información adicional sobre cómo protegerse durante episodios de calor extremo.

Cooling centers are open across Chester County for those needing a place to cool off. To find a cooling center visit https://bit.ly/ChesCoHeatRelief. Before seeking shelter at these spaces, please check cooling center facilities’ webpage or call ahead (contact information can be found on the map) to ensure their hours have not changed.

Chester County residents can contact the Chester County Human Needs Network by calling 211 or text their zip code to 898-211. The Human Needs Network connects Chester County residents to housing, utility, mental and behavioral health, and other human service supports.

Residents can register to receive emergency and non-emergency alerts for their community through ReadyChesco, the Chester County Department of Emergency Services’ official emergency notification system. Residents can sign up to receive alerts through email, text, and/or phone call at ReadyChesCo.org<http://www.ReadyChesCo.org>. Notifications for Public Health should be turned on.

Additional information about how to stay safe during extreme heat is available at chesco.org/heat<https://www.chesco.org/4250/Extreme-Heat>.

It is not known if the raccoon is rabid.

The Health Department will be issuing the following social media and encourage you to share it:

The Chester County Health Department has confirmed that a raccoon injured an individual near Hillendale and Sharp Roads in New Garden Township on Friday, June 19, 2026. The individual involved has received medical care.

At this time, it is NOT known if the raccoon is rabid.

Residents are strongly advised to NOT attempt to catch or engage with raccoons in the area.

Any resident who may come into contact with a raccoon should contact the Chester County Health Department at 610-344-6225 for further information and guidance. 

Residents are advised to stay away from any wild animals and remain aware of their pets.