UPDATE (9/9): 
Donations will no longer be accepted at the Caln Township Municipal Building. Instead, donations can be taken to  Thorndale United Methodist Church at 3503 Lincoln Hwy E, Thorndale, PA 19372. Donations can be dropped off Monday through Friday from 9:00-2:00 pm. The phone number is 610-384-2433 if arrangements need to be made for a different time. Sunday mornings after worship around 10:15 is another option.
Here is the latest list hot off the presses...
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High demand items:
Strollers
School Supplies (they opened schools for the kids this week)
Diapers Size 3/4
Tooth brushes
Shampoo - large bottles
Q-tips
Tide pods
Women’s pads - not tampons
Shoes - all sizes
Hair oil
Sun block
Balls - soccer, kick balls, etc
Nail clippers
Socks - all sizes
Sports bras
Razors
Deodorant
Phone chargers and cables
NOTES: No need for stuffed animals, they are overwhelmed. Clothes need to be new or lightly used.
Items need to be sorted by type, since there is not enough staff to sort mixed bags of items.
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THANK YOU EVERYONE FOR YOUR GENEROSITY!!!

UPDATE: Thursday 9/2 will be the final day that the Township will be accepting donations. They will be delivered to the base on Friday. Thank you so much to everyone who has donated!

UPDATE: Thank you to all who have donated so far! Your items are already being appreciated! For those still looking to donate - there is a pressing need for SCHOOL SUPPLIES, LONG DRESSES, FLIP FLOPS, and UNDERWEAR.

The 88th Aerial Port Squadron at McGuire Air Force Base is collecting donations for Afghan refugees arriving at the base. They are seeking donations of new and gently used clothing (men's, women's, and children's), phone chargers, and toys for children of all ages (games, books, crayons, balls. etc).  Donations can be dropped off at the Caln Township Municipal Building (253 Municipal Drive, Thorndale) during business hours. ​

Master Watershed Steward Native Tree and Shrub Sale is the second annual fall fundraiser for the Penn State Extension Master Watershed Steward Program. Select one of 13 Master Watershed Programs to support and receive your order through curbside pickup in early autumn. Master Watershed Stewards plant trees to intercept and infiltrate stormwater, stabilize soils, and filter pollutants. Whether you're seeking trees for privacy, foliage, shade, attracting pollinators, or just want something beautiful to look at, we have a variety of trees and shrubs that will meet your needs and make a nice addition to your property!
To Order & for More Info

Chester County pickup will take place on September 25th at Romano's 4-H Center - 1841 Horseshoe Pike, West Brandywine Township, PA 19344. Trees must be preordered through the link above.

Tree and Shrub Selection Details
Trees/shrubs will be in #1, #2, or #3 gallon containers available for curbside pick up at one of 13 locations to choose from in September-October. 

• We guarantee a healthy specimen will be supplied at pickup. Due to variations in planting, site conditions and care, no guarantee or refunds will be given after tree pickup. 
• Remember to consider above and below ground utilities and mature growth size when choosing a tree for your property. Always call 811 before you dig.
• Orders will be placed online for a one-day curbside pickup in the fall.

All items must be preordered.
Plants will not be available for purchase at pickup sites.

Caln Township Planning Commission
Tuesday, August 17, 2021
7:00pm Virtual Meeting via Zoom
Please click this URL to join:
https://zoom.us/j/93956341888pwd=bHBHUVlKVTlEcUNyajFrc05WdmVRZz09 Passcode: 703437

A conversation about the development of diverse housing types in our community and the need for affordably-priced homes.

Chester County Planning Commission will discuss the historical role that diverse housing has played in the development of our local communities, and the need to plan for attractive, affordably-priced, adaptable, aging-friendly, and accessible homes for all community members.

FULL TIME POLICE OFFICER CONSORTIUM TESTING
Caln Township & Downingtown Borough Police Departments
 
The Caln Township Police Department, and Downingtown Borough Police Department, Chester County, Pennsylvania, are accepting applications for the position of full-time police officer to fill multiple vacancies. Starting salary, for both departments, is approximately $69,000, in addition to a comprehensive benefits package. Candidates have the option of applying to one or both departments, based on their ability to meet specific agency requirements (i.e., residency, etc.).  
 
Application packets may be obtained at the Caln Township Police Department, 253 Municipal Drive, Thorndale, PA 19372, weekdays between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., or by download at www.calntownship.org, and the Downingtown Borough Police Department, 10 W. Lancaster Avenue, Downingtown, PA 19335, weekdays between 8:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m., or by download at www.downingtown.org.  A $40.00 non-refundable application fee will be assessed to each candidate.  Please make check payable to the Borough of Downingtown.
 
VIEW/DOWNLOAD APPLICATION PACKET HERE

All completed applications, along with the $40.00 non-refundable application fee, must be returned to the Downingtown Borough Police Department no later than 12:00 midnight on Friday, September 10, 2021.  Late submissions will not be accepted.  Incomplete application packets will be returned to the candidates for resubmission by the deadline date.  Candidates who falsify, intentionally omit, or misrepresent any information during the completion of the formal application process, or any other documents/processes associated with the selection process will be rejected.
 
To apply, candidates must be a U.S. citizen at least 21 years of age; possess a diploma from an accredited high school or graduate equivalency diploma; successfully completed Act 120 training on or before December 18, 2021; and possess a valid PA driver’s license by date of appointment.
 
Additional agency specific requirement(s): Caln Township - reside within 25 miles of the police department no later than three (3) months after completing a twelve (12) month probationary period. Downingtown Borough - completed 30 college credits from an accredited university or college.
 
Successful candidates must pass physical agility testing, written and oral exams, background investigation, polygraph, psychological, medical, drug testing, Act 120 certification exam, and Act 57 separation records clearance from MPOETC prior to appointment as a police officer.  Candidates who fail the physical agility test will not qualify to take the written exam and will be disqualified from further testing.
 
Candidates must appear for Civil Service physical agility testing and written exam on Sunday, September 19, 2021 at 9:00 a.m., at the Downingtown West High School, 445 Manor Avenue, Downingtown, PA 19335.  Dress in work-out clothes, as the physical agility test is first.  CDC guidelines regarding COVID-19 protocols will be strictly adhered to.  Candidates must present a valid photo identification on the date of the test and have completed the Waiver of Liability.
 
 
Please contact the Downingtown Borough Police Department at 610-269-0263 with any questions.
 
Caln Township and Downingtown Borough are equal opportunity employers.
 
Civil Service Commissions
Caln Township & Downingtown Borough