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Frequently Asked Questions
- Who is the tax collector for Upper Providence Township?
- Does the township provide trash removal service?
- Does the township provide water and sewer service?
- What is the police nonemergency phone number?
- What are the nonemergency phone numbers for the fire companies?
- How do I dispose of household hazardous waste products, such as old paint cans, oil, and cleaners?
- Who can answer questions about animal control issues?
- When do I need to obtain a building permit?
- Can I burn yard waste?
- Whom do I call for recreation information, field reservations, and classes and trips?
- How do I reserve Lower Perkiomen Valley Park?
- Who do I call for the removal of deer carcasses on roadways?
- Where can I vote?
- Am I required to paint my house number on the curb in front of my house?
- Where can I get rabies shots for my dog, cat, or ferret?
- How do I make a complaint?
- We have a lot of mosquitoes in the area. What can I do to reduce their numbers?
- I received a recorded message that said it was from Upper Providence Township. What is this service? Is it legitimate?
- Who is the tax collector for Upper Providence Township?
Tax Collector Beverly Nohl can be reached at 484-391-2370. Ms. Nohl collects all of the per capita taxes, School Property tax, and County Property Tax. All other taxes are collected by Berkheimer. (Local Services Tax & 1% earned income tax)
- Does the township provide trash removal service?
The township does not provide trash service. Residents must contract with a private hauler; these haulers serve residents in the township:
A J Blosenski, Inc., 610-942-2707
- Residential ext. 223
- Industrial ext. 226
Republic Services - formally Allied Waste Services, 610-265-6337
J.P. Mascaro, 800-334-3403
Waste Management, 610-367-1300
Residents can pick up recycling bins at the township office. The township does not endorse any one hauler. The list of known haulers above is a courtesy to residents.
- Does the township provide water and sewer service?
The township provides sewer service but does not provide water service. Residents must contract with a private water service company, such as the Pennsylvania American Water Company, 800-462-7279.
- What is the police nonemergency phone number?
610-933-7899
- What are the nonemergency phone numbers for the fire companies?
Collegeville Fire Company: 610-489-4464
Friendship Fire Company of Royersford: 610-948-6234
Humane Fire Company of Royerford: 610-948-3215
Mont Clare Fire Company: 610-933-9481
Oaks Fire Company: 610-666-6400
Trappe Fire Company: 610-489-2700
- How do I dispose of household hazardous waste products, such as old paint cans, oil, and cleaners?
Please save your household hazardous waste, computer equipment, and small electronics for collection days, held several times a year by Montgomery County. Download collection guidelines, and find out more details by visiting www.montgomerycountyrecycles.org or calling 610-278-3618.
- Who can answer questions about animal control issues?
For animal control questions, call 610-933-7899.
- When do I need to obtain a building permit?
The township requires permits for, but not limited to:
- New construction
- Additions and alterations
- Garages
- Gazebos
- Patios with footers
- Decks
- Fences
- Barns
- In-ground and above-ground pools
- Storage sheds
For more information, visit the Forms section of the Web site or call the township offices at 610-933-9179. Open burning and yard sales also require a permit. Go to the Forms section to download a permit application.
- Can I burn yard waste?
Residents may only use fires for recreation and ceremonial purposes as well as for cooking provided an Allowable Burning and Open Flame Permit has been obtained from the Fire Marshal. No permit is required to use residential charcoal & gas grills.
- Who do I call for recreation information, field reservations, classes and trips?
For information on recreation in Upper Providence, including sports, classes, bus trips, and field reservations, visit the Recreation section of the Web site or contact the Recreation Department at PandR@uprov-montco.org or 610-933-9179.
- How do I reserve Lower Perkiomen Valley Park?
Please call 610-666-5371.
- Who do I call for the removal of deer carcasses on roadways?
Please call the Pennsylvania Game Commission, 610-926-1966.
- Where can I vote?
View a list of polling locations and important election dates.
- Am I required to paint my house number on the curb in front of my house?
Private vendors occasionally offer to paint house numbers on curbs for a fee. These vendors have no connection with the township and you are not required to use their services. However, Township ordinance does require that numbers on all buildings are visible from the street.
- Where can I get rabies shots for my dog, cat, or ferret?
The Montgomery County Health Department offers rabies clinics in June for dogs, cats, and ferrets. The vaccine is good for three years. Animals must be leashed or in an approved carrier. Please call 610-278-5117 for more information.
- How do I make a complaint?
You may download the complaint form and fax your completed form to the township at 610-983-0355 or drop it off at the township building.
- We have a lot of mosquitoes in the area. What can I do to reduce their numbers?
Eliminating mosquito-breeding areas can help reduce mosquitoes, which can carry the West Nile virus. To help reduce mosquitoes follow these tips from the Department of Environmental Protection.
- I received a recorded message that said it was from Upper Providence Township. What is this service? Is it legitimate?
The township uses a service called Blackboard Connect to send time-sensitive recorded emergency messages to residents and businesses via landline, cell phone, and e-mail. You can update your contact information for this service or opt-out by creating a Blackboard Connect account. Please note, Blackboard Connect is the rebranded name for the same service previously known as Connect-CTY. Read the Blackboard Connect FAQs.
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