Borough News
Folcroft Borough Now Hiring Crossing Guards
Folcroft Borough is looking for crossing guards! Applicants are subject to the PA Child Protective Services law which includes child abuse and criminal background checks. Morning and afternoon hours.
Borough Offices Closed January 20th in Observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Folcroft Borough Offices will be closed on Monday, January 20, 2025 in observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day. Monday’s trash collection will take place on Tuesday, 1/21; Tuesday’s pickup will take place on Wednesday, 1/22. There will be no recycling pickup this week.
Volunteers Wanted to Serve on Library Board of Directors
The Folcroft Library Board of Directors is seeking a volunteer to fill a vacancy on its board. This is an unpaid position; full details are below.
If you are interested in serving on the Library Board, please contact Contact Library Chairwoman Lorna Fyffe at lfyffe@folcroftborough.org
Borough Offices Closed Due to Weather - Monday, January 6th
Due to inclement weather, Folcroft Borough offices will be closed on Monday, January 6th.
All staff members will be available via email.
As always, our highway department will be working around the clock to clear our roads. Thank you and stay safe!
Winter Storm Reminders
Please Note:
All sidewalks must be cleared of snow within 24 hours of the end of accumulation
All fire hydrants must be cleared of snow
Street parking spots may not be reserved with furniture or other items – items found placed in the street with be taken by Borough staff and disposed of.
Folcroft Borough 2025 Calendars Now Available
Folcroft Borough 2025 Calendars have been mailed to residents. If you did not receive a calendar, they can be picked up at the Borough office during business hours (Monday-Friday, 8 am - 4 pm)
Christmas Tree Collection Begins January 6th
Christmas tree collection begins on Monday, January 6 and runs through the entire month of January. Please place any trees out along the street on your scheduled trash day and it will be collected by borough staff.
Afterwards, Christmas trees can be dropped off at the rear lot of the old Municipal Building at 1555 Elmwood Avenue.
Borough Council Special Meeting - Monday, December 30
Folcroft Borough Council will hold a Special Meeting at 7:00 PM on Monday, December 30, 2024 in Folcroft Borough Hall.
Holiday Schedule Updates: Borough Hall and Trash Collection
Folcroft Borough Offices will be closed for the holidays on December 25-27, 2024, and on January 1, 2025. Trash and Recycling schedules will have the following modifications for the holidays:
Santa Claus to Tour Borough with Folcroft Fire Company on Saturday, December 21
The Folcroft Fire Company will bring Santa Claus along for the ride! Look for and listen for the fire truck driving Santa throughout the borough on Saturday, December 21st.
Take a Virtual Tour of the New Folcroft Municipal Complex
Join Folcroft Mayor Franny DiCicco and Borough Council President Joseph Papaleo on a tour of the Borough’s brand-new municipal complex and administration facilities. Following the tour, watch highlights from the building’s dedication ceremony.
Crime Prevention and Fire Safety Town Hall Meeting - Wednesday, December 11th
Folcroft Borough's Inaugural Crime Prevention and Fire Safety Town Hall Meeting - Hosted by Mayor Franny DiCicco
Wednesday, December 11th at 6:30 pm at Folcroft Municipal Complex
Fire Prevention & Safety • Be Red Cross Ready • Crime Prevention • Emergency Management • Special Safety Tips
Toy Giveaway - Monday, December 9th
Folcroft Borough Council and Folcroft Police invite residents to sign up for a Toy Giveaway on Monday, December 9th. Time slots (between 6 PM 8 PM) must be reserved in advance.
Folcroft’s Senior Holiday Luncheon Takes Place Saturday, December 14
Saturday, December 14th – 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM at the Ethan Joner Community Center, 797 Ashland Ave., Folcroft, PA 19032. Featuring senior services and door prizes
2024 Leaf Collection Has Started
Residents are reminded no trash or sticks can be mixed with leaves and may not be picked up if mixed. Please rake leaf piles to the curb and the highway department will collect it when in your area.
Collection typically ends around the end of December.
Kids Winter Coat Giveaway - Monday, December 2
On December 2, 2024, Folcroft Borough will hold a Winter Coat Giveaway for Folcroft residents. The giveaway takes place from 5:30-7:30pm in Folcroft Old Borough Hall, 1555 Elwood Avenue. Recipients must provide ID and children must be present.
Borough Offices Closed Thursday, November 28 and Friday, November 29
Folcroft Borough offices will be closed on Thursday, November 28 and Friday, November 29 for Thanksgiving.
Christmas Tree Lighting – Saturday, November 30th
Saturday. November 30th, from 6 PM - 8 PM at the Folcroft Clock Tower, 1725 Delmar Drive
Borough Offices Closed Tuesday, November 5th
Folcroft Borough Offices will be closed on Tuesday, November 5, 2024 for the General Election.
November Meeting Schedule
Please see the revised dates for November 2024 Borough Council meetings:
Tuesday, November 5: No Meeting; Borough Offices Closed