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No Trash Collection – November 24, 2022

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No Trash Collection – November 24, 2022

In observance of Thanksgiving, Republic Services will not collect trash on Thursday, November 24.  THIS ONLY IMPACTS RESIDENTS WHO HAVE THEIR TRASH COLLECTED ON THURSDAYS. Collection will resume on your next scheduled pickup day (Monday, November 28th). 

Invitation to Bid: Sanitary Sewer System Rehabilitation Project Open Cut Spot Repairs and Installation of Sewage Backwater Valves

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The Township of Salisbury will receive sealed bids electronically via the PennBid Program for the Sanitary Sewer System Rehabilitation Project Open Cut Spot Repairs and Installation of Sewage Backwater Valves project.  This work will include rehabilitation/spot repairs to their sanitary sewer system, along with the installation of backwater valves at select private property sewer service laterals.  The sanitary sewer rehabilitation project involves the excavation and spot repairs to existing 8” clay pipe mains at various locations within the sewer system.  In addition, five private property laterals will be provided with backwater valves.  Bids will be received until 2:00 PM (prevailing time) on Monday, November 28, 2022.  Bid results will be made available on PennBid after Owner’s bid evaluation and review.

Copies of the Specifications/Bid Forms are available at no cost on PennBid (https://PennBid.ProcureWare.com).

Each bid must be accompanied by bid security made payable to the Township of Salisbury in an amount of ten percent (10%) of the total bid price and in the form of a certified or bank check or a Bid Bond issued by a surety meeting the requirements of Paragraph 6.01 of the General Conditions.  This project is subject to minimum wage rates in accordance with the applicable provisions of the Pennsylvania Prevailing Wage Act and the Public Works Employee Verification Act.  Owner reserves the right to waive any informality in, and/or to reject, any or all bids.

Township of Salisbury
Cathy Bonaskiewich – Township Manager

Advertise: Salisbury Press             
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Friendly Reminder! October Utility Bills

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Please be advised that the October utility bills were sent out last week, and the net amount is due by October, 25th. If you are set up with Xpress Bill Pay, please be sure to check your email. If you receive paper statements and have not received your bill, please feel free to contact the billing department at 484-661-5805.

Trick-or-Treat Night set for Friday, October 28, 2022

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Salisbury Township
Trick-Or-Treat Night
Friday, October 28, 2022 6:00 P.M. – 8:00 P.M.
Download a Flyer (PDF) »

Important Trick-or-Treating Safety Tips:

  • Make sure your child’s clothing is flame retardant. Review the stop-drop-roll exercise.
  • Attach your child’s name and address to the inside of his or her costume.
  • Imitation knives, guns and swords are not recommended costume accessories.
  • Give children flashlights and/or reflective tape, especially if their costume is a dark color.
  • Set up a curfew for your older kids.
  • Discuss, in advance, the route trick-or-treaters should follow.
  • Wear comfortable shoes.
  • Keep dogs and other pets away from your front door so that visiting children will not become frightened.
  • Remove items kids could trip over from your walkway and doorstep.
  • Make sure your outdoor lights are operational.
  • Watch for signs of tampered candy, such as loose wrappers, and check all treats before they are eaten.
  • Throw away homemade or unwanted treats. When in doubt, throw it out.
  • Teach children how to dial 911 if they become lost or have an emergency.
  • Avoid costume masks and use non-toxic make-up instead.

Warning to Motorists:

  • Watch for children in the street and medians
  • Enter and exit alleys and driveways slowly and carefully
  • Watch for children in dark clothing
  • Avoid all unnecessary travel on Trick-or-Treat Night and Halloween

Township OF Salisbury Request for Proposals (RFP) for Municipal Engineeer

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The Township of Salisbury, Lehigh County, PA will be accepting Proposals to engage a registered civil engineering firm or individual for engineering services as the Township’s primary Engineer commencing January 1, 2023 (or upon appointment) through December 31, 2023. Proposals must be submitted no later than October 24, 2022 at 4:00 pm as follows:  An original, clearly marked as the “ORIGINAL”, and seven (7) full, complete and exact copies of each proposal and an electronic copy shall be submitted in sealed envelopes and must be marked with “RFP Submission-Township Engineer” and addressed to and mailed or delivered directly to:  Salisbury Township, Attn: Cathy Bonaskiewich, Township Manager, 2900 S. Pike Avenue, Allentown, PA 18103. Copies of the RFP may be obtained at the above address or by visiting www.salisburytownshippa.org. The Township reserves the right to reject any and all proposals, with or without cause, and waive any irregularities or informalities in the proposals.

Cathy Bonaskiewich
Township Manager

ADV. 9/14/2022

Download the RFP (PDF) »