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Notice of Proposed Ordinance – Amendment to the Amusement Tax Ordinance

LEGAL NOTICE

Notice is hereby given that on August 9, 2023 at 7:30 PM in the Lower Southampton Township Administration Building, 1500 Desire Avenue, Feasterville, PA 19053, the Board of Supervisors of Lower Southampton Township will hold a public meeting to consider enacting the following:

AN ORDINANCE OF THE TOWNSHIP OF LOWER SOUTHAMPTON, COUNTY OF BUCKS, COMMONWEALTH OF PENNSYLVANIA, AMENDING PART 1, SECTION 24-102 OF CHAPTER 24 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF LOWER SOUTHAMPTON TOWNSHIP, BY AMENDING THE AMUSEMENT TAX BY REVISING THE DEFINITIONS OF “ADMISSION,” “AMUSEMENT,” AND “PLACE OF AMUSEMENT,” AS WELL AS INCLUDING A DEFINITION FOR “EXEMPT AMUSEMENTS,” “INSTITUTION OF PURELY PUBLIC CHARITY,” “PATRON,” “PRODUCER,” AND “TAXPAYER.”  THIS ORDINANCE ALSO SERVES TO AMEND PART 1, SECTION 24-103, SUBSECTION 3, OF CHAPTER 24 OF THE CODE OF ORDINANCES OF LOWER SOUTHAMPTON TOWNSHIP, TITLED “LEVY OF TAX,” TO REFLECT THE DEFINITIONAL CHANGES PROVIDED BY SECTION 24-102 OF THE AMUSEMENT TAX.

Click HERE to view the proposed ordinance.

Susan Cummings

Secretary

PECO News Release: PECO Prepared for the Week’s Summer Heat

PECO Prepared for the Weeks Summer Heat

PHILADELPHIA (July 27, 2023)- The summer season is bringing the heat with temperatures above 90 degrees for the next several days and forecasted summer storms. PECO has been hard at work for the past several months to ensure the company’s critical electric infrastructure is prepared to handle increased demand during times of prolonged higher temperatures. This proactive effort also includes infrastructure work to strengthen the local energy grid to prevent outages caused by severe summer storms.

Tips to Help Manage your Bill

Energy supply costs have fluctuated during the past two years due to a combination of factors. While natural gas prices have begun to decrease, electricity prices have remain slightly elevated. Managing energy usage is especially important during the summer months as this is typically the time when customers use more electricity to cool their homes and businesses. there are several low-and no-cost tips that customers can follow to gain contain over their energy use and cost to save money.

Energy Efficiency 

Customers can take advantage of energy efficiency programs to save energy and money, including energy assessments that identify ways to save even more. Visit www.peco.com/waystosave to learn more.

In addition, customers can lower their bills during the summer months by following a few simple tips:

  • Turn it off: Turn off all unnecessary lighting and devices.
  • Manage your thermostat: keep thermostats at a constant, comfortable level when at home. Raise the thermostat setting for days of extreme heat to save even more. Install a programmable thermostat to automatically adjust your home’s temperature setting when your away or sleeping.
  • Keep shades, blinds and curtains closed: about 40 percent of unwanted heat comes through windows. Simply closing blinds and curtains, which act as a layer of insulation, can reduce heat in your home.
  • Use ceiling fans to circulate air: For those without air conditioning, use celling fans or portable fans with the windows partially open to circulate fresh air into your home. For those with air conditioning, fans can be used to evenly distribute cool air.
  • Use appliances wisely: Run appliances that produce heat (like clothes dryers, ovens, and dishwashers) at night when it is cooler.
  • Service your AC: Make sure to replace or clean the air filters for your cooling system at least once a month (or as often recommended by the manufacturer) and have your system serviced regularly.

Monitor Usage

  • Through PECO”s MyAccount at https://www.peco.com/myaccount, customers can track their energy use, set up high usage alerts, get tips on how to reduce energy costs, and learn which appliances use the most energy.

Storm Safety

While PECO works to prevent as many outages as possible, severe storms can cause damage and power outages. Customers can act now to prepare for sever weather by visiting http://peco.com/storm. PECO offers important storm readiness resources, including how to prepare for an approaching storm, how to properly use generators if power is lost, what to expect after storms, and how to stay safe.

Shop for Energy 

  • Customers may be able to save money by shopping for natural gas or electricity with a competitive supplier.
  • To find competitive natural gas or electric generation suppliers or learn more about shopping visit the Pennsylvania Public Utility Commission’s website at http://pagasswitch.com or http://www.papowerswitch.com. as a reminder, it’s still important for customers to understand their competitive supplier contact as the rate or terms could change.
  • In addition, customers can sign up for the Standard Offer Program. This is an option to all customers to receive seven percent off the Price to Compare when they enroll with a participating Electric Generation Supplier.

Bill Relief and Assistance Programs

PECO has billing and financial assistance programs to help qualified customers who are facing financial challenges manage their energy bill. PECO also offers additional programs that can help customer pay down outstanding balances through grants. Income-qualified program are also available to help customers with bill credits, energy efficiency, and referrals for additional services. For more information about financial assistance programs, customers can visit http://www.peco.com/help

Low Income Household Water Assistance Program

Are you at risk of having your water shut off?

Help is available

The Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) is available to help families who have overdue water bills or at risk of losing water service for their home.

Applications will be accepted July 10, 2023 through August 11, 2023.

Learn more about if you qualify at www.dhs.pa.gov/waterhelp
Apply for LIHWAP and other assistance now at www.compass.state.pa.us

PECO Utility Improvements Scheduled for Street Road

PennDOT announced that PECO Energy will be performing utility construction on Street Road starting Tuesday, July 11 through Friday, July 28, from 9 AM to 3 PM, a weekday lane closure is scheduled on Street Road in both directions between Stump Road and Buck Road.

Motorists are advised to allow extra time when traveling through the work areas because backups and delays will occur.  All scheduled activities are weather dependent.

PECO Preparing for Heavy Rain & Strong Winds Today

PECO is closely monitoring current weather forecasts and preparing for heavy rain and strong winds today and into tonight. We are currently preparing our crews and employees to respond to any outages that may occur due to this storm.

It is also important for you to take steps to prepare and know how to stay connected with us before any possible weather or outages.

Stay in touch.

If your lights go out, we offer several ways for your to report your outage. Save these links now so they are quickly and easily accessible if you need them.

  • Download our PECO mobile app to quickly report an outage from a mobile device. The app will also provide notifications as the outage status is updated.
  • Utilize our two-way texting program for reporting an outage and receiving updates. By texting “ADDOUTAGE” to MYPECO (697326), customers can opt in to receiving text message updates, report outages and check the status of their outage through text. To use this service a customer’s mobile number must be registered with their account.
  • Report an outage online, including on a smart phone or tablet, by providing the account or phone number.
  • Use our interactive outage map to report an outage and for the most up-to-date outage information.
  • Call us directly at 1-800-841-4141 to report an outage or natural gas emergency.
    • If you smell natural gas or see downed power lines, leave the area immediately and call 1-800-841-4141. Representatives are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Stay Safe.

  • Always stay away from damaged electrical equipment, especially downed power lines and tree limbs that may come into contact with power lines.
  • Don’t connect your portable generator directly to your home’s wiring. Never use a generator indoors or in an attached garage. Read and adhere to the manufacturer’s instructions for safe operation.