Citizen Committees
& Other
Volunteer Opportunities
Did You Know?
Since 1994, Cheltenham Township has honored the
contributions of Township volunteers by presenting silver and gold certificates
in recognition of 10 and 20 years of service.
APPLYING FOR CITIZEN COMMITTEES
Residents interested in joining any of the citizen committees should contact the Public Information Office to learn if there are any positions opening. Only registered voters (if eligible to vote) who live in Cheltenham Township may serve. Citizens will be nominated by the board president and appointed by the full board during the regular commissioners’ meetings. Term lengths vary from one to four years.
All meetings are open to the public, so you don't have to be a member to attend.
Approximately 800 residents participate in the various Township volunteer organizations.
Meeting Schedules Subject to Change, due to holidays. Current Township Calendar
Unless otherwise noted, meetings are held at the Township Administration Building, 8230 Old York Road, Elkins Park. All Meetings Open to the Public
Citizen Committees |
Contact: 215-887-6200, ext. 230 |
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Americans with Disabilities Act Advisory Committee Meets as Needed |
Helps ensure Township complies with federal law prohibiting discrimination against people with disabilities. |
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Civil Service Commission Meets as Needed |
Advises Township Manager on recruitment, selection and promotion of all permanent, full-time, non-policy-making positions. |
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Economic Development Task Force Meets 3rd Tuesdays @ 7PM |
Recommends policies and programs that will facilitate an increase in the tax base as well as promote economic development in the Township. |
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Environmental Advisory Council Meets 3rd Mondays @ 7:30PM |
Spearheads the protection, conservation, management, promotion and use of the Township’s natural resources in a sustainable way. |
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Meets 2nd Thursdays @ 7:30PM at the 1 Wall Park Drive, Elkins Park |
Oversees operations at historic Richard Wall House Museum, offers historic programs and catalogues cultural resources. |
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Human Relations Committee Meets quarterly on 4th Tuesdays @ 7:30PM, starting in February |
Advises on procedures and programs to encourage respect for the rights of all citizens. |
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LaMott Board of Historical Architectural Review Meets 1st Mondays @ 8:15PM |
Makes recommendations on exterior changes to structures within the LaMott historic district. |
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LaMott Community Center Citizens Committee Meets as Needed |
Advises on the operation and programming at the LaMott Community Center. |
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Library Board Meets 4th Wednesdays @ 7:30PM |
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Planning Commission Meets 4th Mondays @ 7:30PM
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Makes recommendations on commercial and residential land developments and subdivisions and on Township land planning policies. |
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Rowland Community Center Citizens Committee Meets as Needed |
Advises on the operation and programming at the Rowland Community Center. |
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Shade Tree Advisory Commission Meets 4th Thursdays @ 7:30PM |
Makes recommendations on landscaping and trees for commercial and residential land developments and subdivisions and on Township-wide shade tree issues. |
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Substance Abuse and Mental Health Committee Meets 3rd Thursdays @ 7:30PM |
Informs the public of available information and services regarding drug and alcohol problems and mental health issues. |
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Meets 1st Wednesdays @ 7:30PM at 1 Wall Park Drive, Elkins Park |
Recommends programs, events and projects to foster friendship with sister town Cheltenham, England. |
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Wyncote Board of Historical Architectural Review Meets 1st Mondays @ 7:30PM |
Makes recommendations on exterior changes to structures within the Wyncote historic district. |
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Zoning Hearing Board Meets 2nd Mondays & second Tuesdays after first meeting @ 7:30PM at Curtis Hall, 1250 W. Church Road, Wyncote |
A quasi-judicial body that conducts public hearings and issues rulings on appeals from decisions of Township Zoning Officer. |
Additional Volunteer Opportunities
Public Safety Organizations |
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The all-volunteer fire companies protect the lives and property of their neighbors, 24/7. Extensive training and safety equipment supplied.Contact: 215-887-6200, ext. 235. |
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Volunteers supplement paid emergency medical technicians and paramedics. Contact: 215-887-5925. |
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Auxiliary Police |
Volunteers assist regular police by providing traffic and crowd control at special events and emergency scenes. Contact: 215-885-1600, ext. 424. |
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Join an existing Town Watch or start one in your own neighborhood by volunteering just 2 hours per month. Contact: 215-885-1600, ext. 482. |
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“Friends of” Township Parks |
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Plant native species, remove weeds, clean up litter and more to promote your neighborhood park. Contact: Ralph Morgan Park – 215-885-1506 Thomas Williams Park – 215-885-9592 High School Park – 215-782-8082 Wall Park Park – 215-887-8881 |
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“Friends of” Township Libraries |
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Organize fund-raisers and special events to support your neighborhood library. Contact: East Cheltenham – 215-379-2077 Elkins Park – 215-635-5000 Glenside – 215-885-0455 LaMott – 215-635-4419 |
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Main Street Committees |
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These committees work with the Economic Development Task Force and Main Street Manager to help revitalize the community’s commercial districts. Contact: 215-887-6200, ext. 113. |
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