Concerned Citizens of West Pikeland

11/01/2026

Yes, we voted for a tax increase to support our local Police.
No, we did not vote to spend $6,000,000++ on a building filled with pet projects for our supervisors.

If they want to run a business, put up your own money. Don’t gamble the people’s money on coffee shops and rental space.

Supporting our Police does not cost $6 million.

Sign the petition to stop the purchase of 1001 Kimberton Rd before we bankrupt the township.

**picture of the referendum question for West Pikeland voters, November 2025**

West Pikeland, Upper Uwchlan, and West Vincent Voices

10/30/2026

Supervisor Costa made a motion at the end of the Special Board of Supervisors meeting on Monday, Oct 26th to not continue with the purchase of 1001 Kimberton Road. The crowd was clearly interested in the motion. The solicitor stated that motions not on the agenda cannot be added during a meeting as they need to be publicized. Supervisor Costa clearly requested he wanted this motion added to the November 2nd 2026 meeting (and the agenda after that.....). The agenda came out today, and this motion is not on it.

Why not? Chairman McLewee sets the agenda. Did he not hear it? Did he forget?

West Pikeland, Upper Uwchlan, and West Vincent Voices

10/30/2026

Bring questions, comments, and a snack. It is going to be a busy night.
If you want to sign the petition opposing the purchase of 1001 Kimberton, comment below. Priority given to current West Pikeland residents at this time.

The next Board of Supervisors Meeting will be on Monday, November 2, 2026 at 7:30pm. This session will be held in person at The Montgomery School Chapel, 1141 Kimberton Road, Chester Springs, PA. The public is invited to attend.

10/29/2026

NOTE: Monday November 2nd meeting location change!!
Montgomery School Chapel, 7:30pm

The township is preparing for a larger turnout.

Meeting Location Change for 11/2/26

10/29/2026

Prepare for a Tax increase, and significantly depleted reserves….

3rd and final Budget Workshop tonight.

Lots of questions from the public, they want a better understanding of what the Supervisors are doing and how buying 1001 Kimberton Rd makes sense. The anticipated rental income does not cover the added cost to buy the building.

The Supervisors will vote at the meeting Monday, Nov 2nd to approve the budget. If approved, the draft gets published and the public has 20 days to review and provide comment.

According to the meeting tonight, the Supervisors expect to raise taxes by 0.85 millage points, increasing from the current 1.55mils to 2.40mils.

The tax increase is being attributed to the increased cost of the police department. Separately, the reserves will be depleted significantly to purchase 1001 Kimberton Rd, and to provide double digit raises to staff.

Please plan to show up on Monday November 2nd at 7:30pm.

West Pikeland, Upper Uwchlan, and West Vincent Voices

Although this was a budget workshop there was a lot of additional c...

10/28/2026

West Pikeland meeting reminder:

•Budget workshop tonight, October 28th at 6:30pm. This is the third and final scheduled workshop.

•Board of Supervisors, Monday November 2nd at 7:30pm.

All meetings are held at the township building, 1645 Art School Rd. Come on down.

West Pikeland, Upper Uwchlan, and West Vincent Voices

10/27/2026

Revenue producer? A resident is sharing legitimate concerns over this ever increasing $6M+++ purchase of 1001 Kimberton Rd. Despite the turnout and repeated concerns, Supervisor Vigilante only hears positive things from the community, apparently all of her contacts think this is a great idea. Great location? More people are happy about this?
Chairman McLewee views this purchase as investing in a new business. Is the job of a municipality to be a landlord and collect rental income? Should we overspend to buy a larger building than we need in order to generate revenue? Will the State provide grant money so we can become a commercial landlord? He gets saved by the solicitor.
The disconnect is palpable.
Show up on Monday November 2nd, 7:30pm

10/27/2026

Good news: West Pikeland Board rescinded the illegal vote from October 19th opening the bid process to sell 1645 Art School Rd.

Bad news: The board provided no clarity on how they will honor their promise to SALT while also fulfilling their fiduciary duty to township residents.

All of this urgency and angst is due to the unnecessary and poorly executed purchase of 1001 Kimberton Rd.

Budget workshop is Wednesday October 28, 2026 at 6:30pm.
Next board meeting is November 2nd, 7:30pm.

West Pikeland, Upper Uwchlan, and West Vincent Voices

Unofficial recording of the Special Board of Supervisors Meeting. T...

10/24/2026

Illegal procedure. Board Chairman Tom McLewee, presiding officer over the meeting, violated Pennsylvania law. Section 710.1 of the Pennsylvania Sunshine Act has a requirement to "provide a reasonable opportunity for residents and taxpayers to comment on matters PRIOR to official action being taken at advertised regular and special meetings".
At least 50 people showed up specifically to discuss the motion to sell 1645 Art School Road. A member of the public specifically asked if they were able to provide comment before the vote, and the Township Manager denied their request. Chairman McLewee nodded and continued with the vote. The public was denied the ability to comment before the board voted 3-2 to sell. Sad day for West Pikeland indeed.

West Pikeland, Upper Uwchlan, and West Vincent VoicesSenator Katie MuthChester County Ramblings

10/24/2026

Watch. Why is the Township Manager (Joan Blatcher) directing the Chairman of the Board (Tom McLewee) to censor another Supervisor (Steve Costa). When Supervisor Costa is speaking, Tom looks at Joan and she gives the "cutoff" motion. Who is really in charge here?
This was during a meeting when Joan and Tom would not allow a room full of 50+ people to give public comment before a vote. This Township is out of control.