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Oxford Area Sewer Authority to follow Act 537

The Oxford Area Sewer Authority announced their commitment to following strict guidelines contained in Pennsylvania's Act 537. The Pennsylvania Sewage Facilities Act (Act 537) requires that all Commonwealth municipalities develop and implement comprehensive official plans that provide for the resolution of existing sewage disposal problems, provide for the future sewage disposal needs of new land development and provide for the future sewage disposal needs of the municipality.

Source: Chester County Press; 4/18/07

At a Southern Chester County Chamber of Commerce luncheon, PA Senate Majority Leader Dominic Pileggi weighed in on the impact of growth within the area.  Within Penn, east Nottingham, New garden and New London, the populations have doubled in the last 15 years.  penn Township stands as one of the fastest growing townships in the state.  Senator Pileggi cited the growth in school district enrollment and changing demographics within the area as consequences of the population boom.  Legislative actions, such as a proposal to permit impact fees, were discussed during the forum.

Source: Daily Local News; 05/18/07