Bid Notice: 2021 Hydroseeding

From time-to-time we have a need to utilize a contractor for Hydroseeding and wish to solicit bids to do so. Bids will be publicly opened at 2:00 o’clock PM prevailing time August 10, 2021, at the SECCRA Offices and will be awarded at a meeting of it’s Board of Directors’ meeting, expected to be on or about, August 31, 2021. A pre-bid meeting will take place on July 29, 2021 at 10:00 am.

2021 Dockstader Foundation Grant Cycle

The E. Kneale Dockstader Foundation, a charitable public foundation formed in honor of E. Kneale Dockstader, announces its 2021 grant funding cycle.  Applications are due on or before April 1, 2021 for southern Chester County projects that enhance the natural environment, and environmental (scientific/engineering) scholarships.  This year, applications will only be received electronically through our website.

The Foundation’s mission is to make connections with and build understanding of our environment, encourage programs that enhance our natural environment, and reclaim a common sense of our environment in southern Chester County.  

Project applicants will describe not only what they propose to do, but how they will involve others in the community who will be a part of a truly successful problem solving enhancement to the environment.  Competitive grant applications will address underlying issues and not merely treat symptoms. 

If you need more information, please contact Bill Stullken, Foundation Secretary: Phone 484-748-0050, Email: info@dockstaderfoundation.org.

What's going on along Route 41?

We will be doing some earthwork over a period of time on the property along Route 41 to excavate soil so that we can take it to the landfill to cover the trash received. When we do this work, we will first remove the topsoil and stockpile it on the property. After the subsoils are removed, we will then replace the topsoil so that farming can again take place.

The first phase of this project will run until approximately summer 2021. During this time, a contractor will be using several pieces of heavy equipment to dig the soil and dump trucks to take it to the landfill. Our plan, developed with London Grove Township, and the Chester County Conservation District, is to get the majority of the soil moved quickly to minimize any potential impacts. Work will take place during a typical 7am-5pm workday. When the first phase is complete, we plan on using one or two pieces of our own heavy equipment and a dump truck to move the soil with our own employees.

Below is a graphical representation on what we are doing.This same information is placed on a sign located at the entrance of the property near Route 41. It is important to note that this plan eliminates the proposed playing fields that were previously proposed along London Grove Road. It is also important to note that this property will never be used for waste disposal.

Save these dates for Environmental Grants

The E. Kneale Dockstader Foundation is moving forward with its 2021 grant round for environmental projects in southern Chester County. The Foundation will open the grant round on February 1, 2021. Grant applications will be due on April 1, 2021. The Foundation anticipates approving grants by the end of April, 2021. Applications will be filed electronically as was done last year. Access to the grant application can be found on the Dockstader Foundation Website, www.Dockstaderfoundation.org

2020 Earthmoving Bid Addendum #2

Addendum No. 2 is issued as part of the Contract Document, to inform and/or specify changes, which take precedence over information contained in the original Contract Documents. Unless otherwise specifically noted or specified hereinafter, or shown on drawings or schedules accompanying this Addendum, all work required by this Addendum shall conform to the applicable provisions of the Contract Documents. It shall be the responsibility of the Respondent to include in their proposal any cost implications of this Addendum. All Respondents are to indicate on the form of proposal submitted by them, acknowledgement of receipt and compliance with the contents of this Addendum No. 2.

2020 Earthmoving Bid Addendum #1

Addendum No. 1 is issued as part of the Contract Document, to inform and/or specify changes, which take precedence over information contained in the original Contract Documents. Unless otherwise specifically noted or specified hereinafter, or shown on drawings or schedules accompanying this Addendum, all work required by this Addendum shall conform to the applicable provisions of the Contract Documents. It shall be the responsibility of the Respondent to include in their proposal any cost implications of this Addendum. All Respondents are to indicate on the form of proposal submitted by them, acknowledgement of receipt and compliance with the contents of this Addendum No. 1.

Bid Notice: Earthmoving

We have a project out for bid coming up where we are generally moving soil around our properties, stockpiling the soil as well as constructing berms. The bid will be publicly opened at 2:00 o’clock PM prevailing time November 9. 2020, at the SECCRA Offices and will be awarded at a meeting of it’s Board of Directors’ meeting, expected to be on or about, November 11, 2020.

Addendum #1: Annual Equipment Rental Bid 2020

Addendum #1 has been created for this contract. Click here to download the document.

Dockstader Foundation awards $122,000 in grants in 2019

The E. Kneale Dockstader Foundation awarded grants and scholarships in 2019 totaling $122,000. Grants ranged from $2,000 to $21,000 and covered activities from plastic pollution reduction to runoff water quality improvement via installation of bioswale technology. The Foundation’s Board of Directors wishes to congratulate the eleven grant and four scholarship winners. Our sincere thanks to these willing partners who are making the effort to improve the environment in southern Chester County. Listed below are the eleven grant winners and their projects:

• White Clay Watershed Association – Green infrastructure demonstration project $ 7,500

• The Land Conservancy – Enacting an environmental Management Plan $15,000

• Kids Care in the Square – Reducing Plastic Pollution in the Community $ 2,000

• Octorara School District – Solar Project $15,000

• Brandywine Red Clay Alliance – Bioswale Project $21,000

• Kennett Area Park and Recreation Board – Bioswale Project $15,000

• Londonderry Township – Native Woodlands Project Phase III $ 6,000

• Natural Lands – Signage for the Cheslen Preserve $ 5,000

• Kennett Area Park Authority – Garden runoff Control $ 9,000

• Oxford Area Recreation Association – Woodland Trail Restoration $ 5,500

• Friends Home in Kennett Square – Secure Garden Passage for Residents $ 5,000

2019 Household Hazardous Waste Collection Events Announced

The link below has information about what is and isn’t accepted at these events, as well as their date and time. 2019 HHW Flyer

Of particular note for residents of our Service Area, here are the closest events:

All events run from 9am until 3pm.

• Saturday April 27 at the Octorara High School. 226 Highland Road in Atglen.

• Friday June 21 at the Coatesville CCIU Center, 1635 East Lincoln Highway in Coatesville.

• Saturday September 7 at the Oxford School District Administration Building, 125 Bell Tower Lane just off of Route 10 in Oxford.

• Saturday, October 12 at the Government Services Center, 601 Westtown Road in West Chester.

Help Wanted: Landfill Laborer

We currently have one position open. Click on the title of the job below to see more information about each one. If you are interested, apply in person at our office: 219 Street Road, West Grove PA 19390.

• Landfill Laborer