Important Announcement
Farmland Preservation
Since 1989, Cumberland County has preserved 236 farms covering 25,806 acres. Local farmers are invited to attend one of two community meetings. Explore the process and benefits of farmland preservation and find out the steps needed to protect your land for future generations through the Farmland Preservation Program. When: Tuesday | August 13 Times: 10am | 6pm…
Hairy Springs Watershed Road and Trail Infrastructure Redesign – TAKE THE SURVEY
The Department of Conservation and Natural Resources wants to hear what you think about changing Big Pond Road in Michaux State Forest. The idea is to switch it from a public road to a trail for walking, biking, and other non-motorized uses. It would still allow emergency vehicles when needed. Big Pond Road is now…
New Floodplain Mapping – Are you in the Floodplain?
Is my property in a floodplain? Whenever you purchase a property or business it is important to determine if your property is in the Special Flood Hazard Area. This is important because being in the floodplain greatly increases your risk of flooding and could result in the need for flood insurance or improvements to prevent…
Sewage Enforcement/Septic Information
PRIOR TO COMPLETING ANY REPAIRS ON YOUR SEPTIC SYSTEM, YOU MUST OBTAIN A PERMIT FROM THE SEWAGE ENFORCEMENT OFFICER. If you have questions or issues regarding your septic system, please contact our Sewage Enforcement Officer, Jon Piper, at 717-328-5769. South Newton Township does not offer public sewer. Your property is connected to an onlot sewage…