All borough streets will be professionally swept on Wednesday, MARCH 28 and Thursday, MARCH 29. ALL vehicles must be removed from streets on designated days beginning at 7 AM. To aid the process, please sweep stones from sidewalks into the street. Schedule is as follows:
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 28 – Front, 3rd, 5th, Cherry, 7th, 9th, 11th, Chestnut, Keefer, Maple, Oak, Center & Center Circle, Hokendauqua, Bridge, and Poplar Streets.
THURSDAY, MARCH 29 – 2nd, 4th, 6th, Wall, 8th, 10th, 12th, Lehigh, Coplay Streets, Shrieber Ave, Saylor & Saylor Circle, Magna & Magna Circle East and West, Tapler, Margaret, Barbara, Catherine, and Bernice Drives, and Ruch Street.
Your cooperation is appreciated since this service is only offered ONCE a year.

From the Desk of our Public Works Director – following winter weather, it is imperative that snow be properly cleared from dumpster and garbage can locations to allow ease of collection. When cans are stored in the same area without moving, snow tends to settle and pack them in hindering the sanitation crew’s ability to remove refuse. Lids should be used to prevent falling snow from filling the cans as well. Obstructed cans or those deemed too heavy to safely empty will not be collected.

The 2012 Scholarship Application is available through the Borough Office or click here to print the application. Scholarships are available for a first year student, in the amount of $1,000 and payment is made directly to the College, University or School in which the applicant is enrolled. Applications must be postmarked no later than MAY 4.

Following the announcement of Mayor John Milander’s resignation, Council began to accept Letters of Interest to fill the Mayor vacancy. At a special meeting held January 25, Council appointed Joseph Bundra as Mayor to finish the current term, expiring on 12/31/13.
As Joe was a current member of borough council, this results in a vacancy on Borough Council. Council will accept letters of interest from FEBRUARY 2 to FEBRUARY 7 at 3 PM, for the open council seat, term ending 12/31/13. Applicants should plan to attend the FEBRUARY 7 Council Workshop meeting at 7 PM to meet and be met by current council members.

Beginning January 1, applications for our Summer Recreation Season will be accepted. Deadlines as follows: Pavilion Cleaner 3/25, Pool Manager 3/25, Concession Stand 4/15, Lifeguard 4/22. Applications are available on the borough website or at the office during business hours.

All residents should have received their yearly garbage fee as of this date. If you have not, please contact the tax collector’s office at 610 261-0766.

received 150 calls in December, 2011. Arrests: Domestic Assault – 1, Trespassing – 1, DUI – 2; Traffic - 35, Tickets – 51.

next Board Meeting will be Thursday, FEBRUARY 9 at 7 PM, Story Time with Miss Betsy on Tuesday, FEBRUARY 14 at 6:15 PM, and our popular Scrabble Night – Monday, FEBRUARY 27 from 5 – 7 PM. HOURS: Monday – Thursday 10 AM – 7 PM; Friday & Saturday 10 AM – 5 PM.
          Facing a funding crisis, library staff and board members are working on various fundraising alternatives. Volunteers are needed to serve on a committee designed to “Save our Library”; stop by for more info.
          BUS TRIP – to Philadelphia Flower Show, Tuesday, MARCH 6. Tickets are $55 and include admission to the show. Bus leaves Northampton Area Public Library at 8 AM and returns around 4:30 PM.
        LV DINING DISCOUNT CARD saves you money EVERY time you stop at one of the 18 participating area restaurants from Applebee’s to Sonic, sure to have something for everyone; cost is $10 per card and GIANT GIFT CARDS are available as part of our ongoing fundraising efforts; please call ahead 610-262-7351.

Gym located on 2nd floor of Coplay Municipal Building, check board for meeting dates;
          Contact Information: Bev 610-262-0909

next meeting will be held Monday, FEBRUARY 27 at 7 PM in Council Chambers.
         Contact information: Steve 610-703-8487

has laminated window Crime Watch signs with McGruff logo available free to anyone and Vial of Life kits for your home or vehicle, which contain all of your medicine info, valuable to emergency personnel.
          Contact information: Frank 610-262-0802

For voter registration information or to join the CDC contact Bill via email or at the phone number below. Dues are $2/year.
          Contact information: Bill 610-751-2745

is $1,000 short of funds for the 2011 display. Facing the continued effect of a sluggish economy, discussion continues as to whether or not our yearly community display will continue. For information on upcoming fundraising events, visit our webpage or to contact the committee with your thoughts on a display for 2012, via email
          Contact information: Gene or Sandy 610-262-8028

is hosting their 24th annual Super Bowl Sunday Breakfast Buffet on Sunday, FEBRUARY 5 from 8 AM – 12 PM at the Coplay Saengerbund, 5th St & Schreiber Ave. Cost is: Adults - $7, Children (5-12) - $3.50, under 5 – Free.
          Contact information: Frank 610-440-0481

Convalescent equipment, such as wheelchairs, crutches, walkers, and canes is available if needed for one day, an outing over the weekend, or for however long is necessary.
  Contact information: Al 610-262-8625 Convalescent Equipment-Faye 610-262-5335
          Contact information: Al 610-262-8625
          Convalescent Equipment: Faye 610-262-5335

is available to any Coplay resident in need of food – proof of residency is required. It is open the 2nd Tuesday of the month from 9 – 10:30 AM, located in the basement of the municipal building. Distribution of food will be Tuesday, FEBRUARY 14. Please consider donating any food items, especially soups, peanut butter, tuna, etc. as we are in need of most staple items at this time. Donations can be dropped off at the Borough Office during normal business hours. Thank you for your support.
          Contact information: Louise 610-262-9351

If you want to support Coplay kids post-secondary education please donate to the CSFC, send checks to CSFC, 41 N 8th St, Coplay, PA 18037. 2012 Officers are Will Leiner III – Treasurer; Chris Rex, Eileen Tremblay, and Bill Leiner, Jr. – Chair.
          Contact information: Bill 610-751-2745

– final Baseball & Softball sign ups were held Wednesday, January 25 at the Coplay Sports Fieldhouse. There will be a late sign-up fee added to any sign ups after this date. Contact the email address below if interested in either our Baseball or Softball program.
          Contact information: email Coplay Sports

Membership is free and open to all residents. Next meeting will be held Wednesday, FEBRUARY 15 at 7 PM in Council Chambers. Email Karl or Bill for membership info.
FERAL CAT Committee – has several spayed/neutered adoptable kittens. They make great pets and need a safe home. If you wish to contribute to the FCC send check to – FCC, 2 N 9th St, Coplay, PA 18037.
          Contact information: Bill 610-751-2745 or Email Bill

promoting youth ages 14-20 interest in the hobby of model railroading. We meet every Thursday at 7:30 PM, upstairs in the Coplay Municipal Building. Open House Train Display in our municipal building second story room –January 7 & 8 from 1-4 PM.
          Contact information: Jake 610-465-2598

next Workday is scheduled for Saturday, FEBRUARY 11, Whitehall section; we meet at 8 AM at the Trailhead Pavilion. Next Public meeting will be Tuesday, FEBRUARY 21 at the Whitehall Township Municipal Building at 7 PM.
Plan ahead to join us on Saturday, MARCH 24 at 9 AM for the IRT Historical Walk beginning at the WT Parkway Barn on Chestnut Street, hike lasts approximately 3 hours.
          Contact information: Dale 610-262-0729

meets the 1st and 3rd Wednesday at 1 PM at the Fire Building; always looking for New members!
          Contact information: Ann Marie 610-231-8798

continues at Whitehall High School Pool on Mondays and Wednesdays as of JANUARY 2. Family Swim from 7 – 8 PM and Adult Swim from 8 – 9 PM. Cost is FREE to Whitehall and Coplay Residents Only! Proof of residency is required. Family Swim ends April 4th and Adult Swim ends May 2nd. There will be no swimming when school is closed for a holiday, teachers in service or for inclement weather. Children 10 and under must be supervised.

Join us at St. John the Baptist Church, Ruffenach Hall - 3120 Chestnut St., Whitehall on Saturday, FEBRUARY 11 9AM-7PM and Sunday, FEBRUARY 12 9AM-4PM; Closed Drawing Sunday, February 12th at 6 PM. Winners Pick-Up Baskets on Monday, February 13 from 4-6 PM. Cost is $5 per sheet of 25 perforated tickets (25 tickets, 25 chances to win!); advanced purchase bonus, buy 4 sheets, get 1 sheet free. Tickets also available at the door the weekend of the event as well. Kitchen will be open offering Homemade Foods of BBQ, Cabbage & Noodles, Hot Dogs, and Baked Goods.
          Call 610-261-0123 with any questions.

At Trinity UCC, 3rd & Coplay Streets featuring Longaberger Baskets, Pottery and Iron items, Chinese Auction and Open Kitchen! Join us, Friday, FEBRUARY 17 for a FUN night of Bingo and Fellowship. Doors open at 5 PM, Bingo begins at 7 PM. Tickets are $25 for 25 games (specials included). ONLY 100 tickets are sold!!
          Call 610-262-8933 for more information.

is sponsoring a Basket Bingo Friday, MARCH 2. Doors open at 5 PM, Bingo begins at 6:30 PM. Tickets purchased before the event are $20, at the door $25 and includes 20 games and 3 specials. The kitchen will be open. All proceeds benefit the YMCA Youth Scholarship Fund.
          Contact: YMCA 610-264-5221

Is offering Free GED classes at Catasauqua High School, 2500 W. Bullshead Road, Northampton on Tuesday & Thursday evenings from 6 – 8:30 PM beginning January 31. Call 610-435-0680 ext. 122 for more information or to register. Also see their website for additional programs and volunteer opportunities.