Upcoming Events
Arts Commission
Purpose
The Tredyffrin Township Arts Commission serves in an advisory capacity to support the preservation and promotion of arts, culture, and creative identity within the township. The Commission evaluates proposals for the creation of public art and provides recommendations to the Board of Supervisors.
What They Do
The Arts Commission provides guidance, advocacy, and leadership to expand the reach and impact of public art in the community. The Commission helps assess the artistic needs of residents, supports the development of a comprehensive township-wide plan to strengthen artistic and cultural resources, and advises the Board of Supervisors on matters related to the arts and cultural development in Tredyffrin Township.
Mission
The mission of the Arts Commission is to use the full spectrum of arts to create a sense of place and community in Tredyffrin Township. Their vision is to encourage wide participation in arts making to showcase all aspects of the Township, its citizens, and the beauty of the seasons.
Meeting Schedule
The Arts Commission typically meets on the 4th Thursday of each month, unless otherwise noted.
Libraries Board of Trustees
Purpose
The Libraries Board of Trustees establishes policy for the Tredyffrin Public Library in Strafford and its branch location in Paoli. The Board oversees library operations and provides guidance on matters related to staffing, funding, and long-term planning.
What They Do
The Board of Trustees supports the mission of the Tredyffrin Public Library by ensuring that library services meet the needs of the community. The Board works with library leadership to guide operations, oversee funding decisions, and support programs and services offered to residents of Tredyffrin Township.
The library system receives the majority of its operating funding from Tredyffrin Township and also benefits from partnerships with Chester County and the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania, which provide additional resources and services including interlibrary access and shared library systems.
Meeting Schedule
The Libraries Board of Trustees meets on the 4th Thursday of each month, unless otherwise noted. Meetings are typically held at the Tredyffrin Public Library.
Zoning Hearing Board
Purpose
The Zoning Hearing Board hears appeals and requests for relief related to the Township’s Zoning Ordinance. Property owners may appeal decisions made by the Zoning Officer or seek variances, special exceptions, or other zoning relief through the Board.
What They Do
The Zoning Hearing Board functions as a quasi-judicial body that reviews zoning appeals and determines whether relief from zoning requirements should be granted. Its decisions are independent and are not subject to approval by the Board of Supervisors.
Zoning Hearing Board meetings are open to the public and are transcribed by a court reporter. Transcripts of each case are available for review at the Tredyffrin Township Building.
Membership
The Board consists of three members and three alternate members, all volunteer residents appointed by the Board of Supervisors.
Meeting Schedule
The Zoning Hearing Board meets on the 4th Thursday of each month, unless otherwise noted.
Tredyffrin Township Library Foundation
Purpose
The Tredyffrin Township Library Foundation is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization that supports the Tredyffrin Public Library in Strafford and its branch in Paoli. The Foundation provides a tax-deductible vehicle for contributions that supplement local government funding, helping to expand library services and ensure the long-term sustainability of the libraries.
What They Do
The Foundation manages an endowment fund, invests contributions to grow resources, and uses the income to support library programs, services, and facilities. The Board also hosts an annual fundraising event and advocates for library initiatives within the community.
Membership / Participation
Foundation Board members meet quarterly to review endowment performance and coordinate support for library programs. Individuals interested in serving on the Foundation Board are encouraged to apply.
Meeting Schedule
The Library Foundation Board meets quarterly, unless otherwise noted.
Parks & Recreation Board
Purpose
The Tredyffrin Township Parks & Recreation Board advises the Board of Supervisors on matters related to township parks, recreation programs, and open space. The Board helps guide decisions regarding the acquisition, development, and use of park facilities and recreational resources.
What They Do
The Parks & Recreation Board oversees planning and recommendations for park sites, recreational facilities, and programming throughout the township. The Board works to ensure that parks and recreation opportunities support the needs of residents and enhance community life.
Mission
The mission of the Tredyffrin Township Parks & Recreation Board is to enhance the quality of life for residents of all ages through parks, recreation programs, and open space preservation.
Membership
The Parks & Recreation Board consists of nine volunteers. Seven members are appointed by the Board of Supervisors and two members are appointed by the Tredyffrin/Easttown School District. Members serve staggered five-year terms.
Meeting Schedule
The Parks & Recreation Board meets on the 2nd Wednesday of each month, unless otherwise noted.
Historical Commission
Purpose
The Tredyffrin Township Historical Commission serves as an advisory group to the Board of Supervisors on matters related to the preservation and appreciation of the township’s historic resources. The Commission works to promote heritage conservation and educate residents about the importance of protecting historically significant places throughout the township.
What They Do
The Historical Commission advises Township staff, as well as other Boards and Commissions, on issues involving historic preservation. The Commission also supports initiatives and projects that raise awareness of Tredyffrin’s history and encourage stewardship of historic buildings, landscapes, and cultural heritage resources.
Who Can Participate
Residents or business owners in Tredyffrin Township with an interest in history, archaeology, or historic preservation are encouraged to participate. Relevant backgrounds may include:
- Registered architects, especially with preservation experience
- Architectural historians
- Planning and zoning professionals
- Licensed realtors, particularly those with experience in historic properties
- Historic home restoration and related trades
- Historical research, including the study of historic homes and their past residents
Meeting Schedule
The Historical Commission meets on the 2nd Thursday of each month, unless otherwise noted.
Tredyffrin-Easttown Fire Commission
Purpose
The Tredyffrin-Easttown Fire Commission (TEFC) was established on December 15, 2025, by the Tredyffrin and Easttown Township Boards of Supervisors under the Pennsylvania Intergovernmental Cooperation Act (Act 77 of 1996). The Commission provides oversight and coordination of fire and emergency services serving both municipalities.
What They Do
The Fire Commission oversees the delivery of fire and emergency services for Tredyffrin and Easttown Townships. Its responsibilities include setting strategic goals, managing finances, ensuring compliance with safety standards, and providing leadership for the regional fire service. The Commission also appoints the Fire Chief, who manages personnel and daily operations.
Membership
The Commission consists of five members: three Supervisors from Tredyffrin Township and two from Easttown Township. Members are appointed by their respective Boards of Supervisors and serve one-year terms.
Meeting Schedule
The Fire Commission meets on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 3:00 PM, unless otherwise noted. Meetings are typically held at the Berwyn Fire Company, 23 Bridge Avenue, Berwyn, PA.
Parking at the fire station is limited. Visitors should avoid spaces designated for local businesses and instead park on nearby streets where permitted or in the nearby library parking lot.
Tredyffrin Township Municipal Authority
Purpose
The Tredyffrin Township Municipal Authority (TTMA) was created by the Board of Supervisors in 1960 under the Municipal Authorities Act of 1945. The Authority supports township infrastructure projects by providing financing for sanitary sewer and highway improvements.
What They Do
The Municipal Authority issues municipal bonds to fund major infrastructure projects within the township. The Authority owns the township’s sanitary sewer facilities and leases them to Tredyffrin Township for operation and maintenance.
Membership
The Municipal Authority consists of seven members appointed by the Board of Supervisors. Members serve five-year terms.
Meeting Schedule
The Municipal Authority meets on the 3rd Wednesday of every third month, unless otherwise noted.
Planning Commission
Purpose
The Tredyffrin Township Planning Commission is a volunteer advisory body appointed by the Board of Supervisors. The Commission helps guide long-term planning and land use policy within the township.
What They Do
The Planning Commission is authorized to prepare, update, and oversee implementation of the Township’s Comprehensive Plan, Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance, and Zoning Ordinance. The Commission also reviews land development and subdivision applications.
Land development decisions made by the Planning Commission are final. For subdivision applications, the Commission provides recommendations while the Board of Supervisors retains final approval authority.
Membership
The Planning Commission consists of seven township residents appointed by the Board of Supervisors. Members serve four-year terms.
Meeting Schedule
The Planning Commission meets on the 3rd Thursday of each month, unless otherwise noted. Meetings are open to the public, and residents may attend and comment on matters listed on the agenda.
Board of Supervisors
Purpose
Tredyffrin Township is governed under a Home Rule Charter adopted by voters in 1974 and effective in 1976. The Charter places responsibility for local policy and decision-making in the hands of the Township’s Board of Supervisors.
What They Do
The Board of Supervisors serves as the township’s governing body. The Board establishes local policy, adopts ordinances and resolutions, sets tax rates, and approves the township’s operating and capital budgets.
The Board is responsible for overseeing key municipal services including police and fire protection, planning and zoning, street maintenance and snow removal, sanitary sewer systems, libraries, parks and recreation, land development, and building regulation. The Supervisors also appoint residents to various township boards, commissions, and authorities that support local governance.
Membership
The Board of Supervisors consists of seven members. Three are elected from township districts and four are elected at-large by all township voters. Supervisors serve staggered four-year terms and receive an annual salary of $3,000.
Meeting Schedule
The Board of Supervisors typically meets once or twice each month on Monday evenings at 7:00 PM, unless otherwise advertised or posted on the township calendar.
