The Borough of Ambler is the social, cultural and business center of this friendly, small community with a population of 6,400 and covering less than a square mile. Its churches, affordable housing, great schools, convenient public transportation accessibility, parks and recreation facilities, and a “walkable” downtown make it an ideal location for living, working and playing. Ambler boasts many wonderful organizations, community facilities and arts centers, including Ambler Theater, Wissahickon Valley Public Library and the Ambler Area YMCA.
This website is dedicated to providing residents and visitors with vital information about our community. Please feel free to contact the Ambler Borough with any comments and questions regarding the information provided on this website by calling 215-646-1000 or email [email protected].
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Ambler Water Dept. will conduct routine system hydrant flushing today, Tuesday September 10, 2024, between 7:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. at the following locations in Upper Dublin Township/Ambler Borough; Highland, Renfrew, Trinity, Bannockburn, Trinity Place, Stewart, Ellerslie, Orchard, and Ambler. Check back often for current daily flushing schedule. … [Read More...]
If you would like a Street Tree (within 10 feet of your sidewalk) the discounted price is $50. Trees normally retail at about $300. If you desire a Back Yard Tree, the discounted price is $75 for your first tree, $110 if more than one. We are gladly accepting donations too. The BEST time to plant a tree is 20 years ago. NOW is the second-best time! The trees are bare root for better survival, native, urban tolerant, provide wonderful shade and cooling in summer, let the … [Read More...]
Update - August 15, The Borough received funding for sidewalks along Highland Avenue and put together plans in 2006. This funding required multiple permits through various agencies and was approved for construction in the spring of 2024. The Borough had 5 trees labeled for removal and replacement at Pickering Field, that had been on the plans since the original submittal. These trees were marked for possible removal on July 2, 2024. Vito Pagano (Public Works … [Read More...]
The Montgomery County Planner did a presentation at the August 6, 2024 Ambler Borough Council Committee meeting going over the proposed revisions to the Transit Oriented Development Ordinance that include additional Uses, Aesthetics, Development Bonuses, and Architectural Elements that the Borough Planning Commission and County Planner have prepared. Below is the presentation and proposed ordinance: … [Read More...]
EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES FINANCE MANAGER Ambler seeks a financially skilled and experienced individual to serve as its Finance Manager. The Manager will administer all financial activities, including payroll, budget, record keeping, payment of expenses, recording of revenue, grant and state aid funding compliance and financial reporting; and supervise 2 employees. Candidates should have (1) an Associates or Bachelor Degree in Accounting ; (2)minimum of 5 yrs. accounting/finance … [Read More...]
The Rotary Club through its fundraising efforts is donating a new pavilion to be constructed in Knight Park as part of their 100-year celebration. Borough Council greenlighted this project to move forward in 2023. The Rotary Club is doing a presentation August 20th at the Borough Council meeting at 7pm with an update and further details on the project. Please click the link for further information regarding the project and ways to donate: … [Read More...]
The Borough Police would like to Remind parents and guardians that the Borough of Amber has a curfew ordinance that the Police Department enforces. A minor, who is a person under the age of eighteen, may not remain in a public place and or vehicle without being accompanied by a parent or guardian or a person having legal custody of that minor during certain evening and early morning hours. The restricted hours are Sunday through Thursday from 11p.m. until 5 a.m. the following day. On Friday … [Read More...]
FIREWORKS The Ambler Police Department wants to remind residents of PA, Act 74 of 2022 which establishes rules and regulations regarding the use of Fireworks. We would like to highlight the below listed conditions in the Act which makes setting off fireworks mostly anywhere in Ambler illegal due to the distance regulation and the ownership of the property requirements listed below. Cannot be discharged within 150 feet of a building or vehicle regardless if the building or vehicle is … [Read More...]
The Water Department’s 2023 Annual Drinking Water Quality Report is now available to view on the Borough website. The Safe Drinking Water Act (SDWA) requires that utilities issue an annual water quality report to customers. This report will inform you about the quality of water delivered to you every day. Click here to view the report. … [Read More...]
VOLUNTEER COMMITTEE & BOARD SEATS On this website, go to 'Government' / 'Boards & Committees' and click on the specific board/committee/council for further information on the volunteer positions and current vacancies listed below. Borough residents are invited to submit their credentials by forwarding a letter of interest/resume to the Borough Manager at [email protected] . Click on each title for more information about the position. Appointments will be made by … [Read More...]
Ambler Main Street, a private non-profit organization, organizes many well-attended annual events throughout the year, including the Ambler Arts & Music Festival in the spring, Oktoberfest in the fall, Ambler Farmer’s Market on Saturday mornings, First Fridays, a once-a-month festival held May through October, a bi-annual Restaurant Week, the annual Ambler Auto Show and more. Working closely with the Borough of Ambler, area businesses and civic organizations, including the Ambler Kiwanis and Ambler Rotary clubs, the volunteers of Ambler Main Street bring many activities to our community. Please visit their website for upcoming events and information at www.amblermainstreet.org.