Welcome to Lower Southampton Township's Web Site

The new Skateboard Park is now open.

The township is looking for help to name the new skateboard park.  If you think you have a good name, please let us know.  Click here to go to the "Contact Us" page, and fill out the comments section.  Thanks.

Calendar of Township Activities

Stormwater Management Issues/Concerns

The township is well aware of the stormwater runoff issues and problems that our residents are facing.  We are going to attempt to get a full picture of the situation, so we need input from you if you have a stormwater problem.  We have a section (click on tab above left) that describes the issue in general, and you are welcome to review it.  However, we have a form that we would like you to fill out and send to us at the township building.  Click here to bring up the form, print it, fill it out, and send it to us via regular mail or email.

Illegal Connection Inspection Program

Lower Southampton Township is undergoing a voluntary illegal sewer connection inspection program to be instituted by our Public Works Department. This Illegal Connection Inspection program is part of the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) plan.

Inflow from sump pumps, down spouts, floor drains, lawn vents and other connections cause such an overload during rains that the DEP has required a plan from us to address the issue. Per code of ordinance Chapter 18 § 205 (1) (A) a penalty applies when violations are not corrected within a given timeframe.

This is to alert you that our inspectors will be going through your neighborhood during business hours, evenings and weekends.  If you are not available when they call, they will leave a green door hanger for you to call and arrange an appointment for this voluntary inspection.

Our inspectors have photo identification so you may be assured that they represent the Township.  If you have any concerns, please call 215-357-7300 ext. 318 for verification.

The Township appreciates your cooperation with us on this major undertaking.  Our success will be good for the environment, and keep costs down!  If you have any questions, please call the Township office. 

Air Quality Index - Check it Daily

We now have a link to a web site that forecasts the air quality index on a daily basis.  This is very important, expecially during the summertime, when working or exercising or playing in an unhealthy air environment can do us harm.  To check the air quality foir today, simply click on this link www.airqualitypartnership.org.

Hero Support Flag Program

Lower Southampton's Hero Support Program has begun.  This program will honor those service men and women along with their families who are deployed in Iraq, Afghanistan, and the Persian Gulf region.  If you are aware of someone deployed in any of these areas please contact the township at the email address or phone number noted at the bottom of this page.  The program consists of a service flag being displayed until the service man or woman returns.  Once back from active duty, a permanent American flag will be installed with the name of the returning service person.  This flag display is available to be seen in the general meeting room at the Lower South Municipal Building.  The display and flags were donated by the Feasterville Business Association.

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Check Before You Dig

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PLAYWICKI FARMS - 110 ACRES OF OUTDOOR PLEASURE

THE LABYRINTH AT PLAYWICKI

The Labyrinth was inspired by an ancient symbol for harmony and unity, the Vesica Pisces. Two symmetrical circles overlap forming an eye-shaped center enclosing the Common Ground shared by the circles. Following the events of 9-11, designer Connie Fenty created this pattern to be walked for reflection and meditation.

Evidence of existing Labyrinth patterns date as far back as 1300 B.C. Although its history is mysterious, it is believed that the Labyrinth was used by many ancient cultures including: Greek, Peruvian, Native American and European. This pattern was chosen to represent a part of Playwicki Farm History when the Native Americans and the European settlers lived together in harmony.

The Labyrinth was completed in the spring of 2007. It was built largely by community volunteers with assistance from the Lower Southampton Public Works Department. Local businesses who contributed materials were: Fizzano Brothers Concrete Products, Castle Garden Center, Feeney's and The Brickman Group Ltd., with funding provided by the Playwicki Farm Foundation.

The Labyrinth is dedicated in memory of Sue McKeon, former Lower Southampton Township Manager, Supervisor and President of the Playwicki Farm Foundation, whose love of Playwicki Farm helped preserve the property for the community's enjoyment and made this Labyrinth possible.  

This site is managed by Bob Klimek.