posted Jan 4, 2016, 5:49 PM by Michael McCabe
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updated Jul 22, 2018, 7:07 AM
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The January 2 edition of the Philadelphia Inquirer had a very positive article about the township by Mari A. Schaefer entitled Haverford Township Experiencing a Civic Reboot. Ten years ago, Haverford Township was known for its political infighting, tired business areas, and status-quo Civic Council.
Then an election brought three new township commissioners; fresh blood energized the Civic Council - an umbrella group of local organizations - and grassroots volunteers got to work. The impact is visible: new streetlights, improved sidewalks, better parking. The township boasts a popular music festival, a new recreation center and YMCA, and a diverse restaurant scene that includes Mexican, Thai, modern Irish, Italian, gastropubs, trendy breakfast spots, and earthy coffee houses...
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