Summary
Residents and advisory boards want SPS to restore the streambank along Tookany Creek and consider a trail easement for public access — an opportunity that may not come again once the plant is rebuilt.
At a glance
- Total mentions
- 5
- Last 30 days
- 1
Last discussed May 14, 2026.
Impact analysis
Restoration costs would fall largely on SPS, with support and guidance from the TTF Watershed Association.
The watershed, wildlife, and residents of Abington, Jenkintown, and Cheltenham who could gain creek-side public access.
Community members facing higher out-of-pocket recreational expenses.
Mentions & discussions (5)
Briar Bush Nature Center Gets $93K Grant
State Rep. Ben Sanchez secured the grant to help pay for the Phase II rehabilitation of the Abington Township nature center.
Board of Commissioners (Regular) - May 14, 2026
The township is moving forward with engineering and grant applications to build a woodland walking trail at Manor Woods, utilizing remaining ARPA funds and state grants.
Board of Commissioners (Regular) - Apr 16, 2026
The commissioners advanced several park and trail initiatives, including a grant application for the Briar Bush Nature Center deck, trail connection funding reallocations, and contract awards for Alverthorpe Park trail and pavilion rehabilitation.
Planning Commission - Mar 24, 2026
Residents and advisory boards want SPS to restore the streambank along Tookany Creek and consider a trail easement for public access — an opportunity that may not come again once the plant is rebuilt.
Board of Commissioners (Regular) - Feb 26, 2026
The township is moving forward with advertising bids for new park pavilions and trail upgrades using ARPA funds, while pivoting on sports field renovations due to high contractor bids.
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