Category Archives: Public Works
Post Storm Township-Wide Cleanup Continues
By Joe Scavuzzo, Director, Department of Public Works
Fortunately, the quick, powerful and destructive storm of June 23 was not one that our town witnesses on a regular basis. From power lines arcing against and setting trees on fire in Collins Tract, to sidewalks being uprooted all over town, the Pennsauken Department of Public Works has been working all over town to deal with the storm’s aftermath.
Properly Disposing Of E-Waste, Community Clean-ups
By Joe Scavuzzo, Director, Department of Public Works
Finally bought that sleek, space-saving flat-screen TV you’ve had your eye on? Like many of our neighbors going through this transition from tube to flat, you’re ready to ask the strongest person you know to help wrestle the awkward and monster-sized tube TV out of your home. STOP! DO NOT PUT THE TV AT THE CURB! Waste Management, your trash collector, WILL NOT take that TVs or other electronics.
Public Works Department Gearing Up For Spring
As we look forward to the sunny days and warmer weather of spring, Old Man Winter leaves us a few reminders of his stay here in Pennsauken.
Public Works Happy To Share The Love This Time Of Year
When it comes to this time of year, you don’t necessarily associate love with the Department of Public Works. And by working together, the residents of our great town and our staff here can develop and maintain a great relationship for many years to come.
Here are some helpful ways that we can foster that loving relationship.
Leaf Collection Today, Snow Plowing Tomorrow
By Bernie Kofoet, Public Works Superintendent
Articles for All Around Pennsauken are submitted approximately three weeks prior to the publication date. It is difficult to predict what the weather will be that far ahead. Heck, many times the weather people can’t get it right a few days in advance!
That being said, two things are certain. We know that leaves will fall. We also know that winter follows fall.
Dealing With Downed Trees In Pennsauken Township
By Bernie Kofoet, Public Works Superintendent
Trees are an important part of our environment. They produce the oxygen we breathe. They provide cool shade from the hot summer sun. For many, they are a source of winter heat. We build our homes with lumber from trees. Chances are, at least part of the paper you are reading is made from trees.
