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Barnes & Noble closed at the end of 2012. Abington's population is declining, while western Montgomery, Bucks and Philadelphia counties are growing. Click here to learn what RMCA is doing about it with Abington Township officials >

Innovation & Growth Initiative: Montgomery County Benchmark

Montgomery CountyLearn about Abington's Next Century. To access a white paper that compares Abington to the rest of Montgomery County, click here >

headerOur communities are on the eastern side of Abington Township, PA. Rydal-Meadowbrook Civic Association (RMCA) promotes the best interests and general welfare of this community and of the Township. Read more about our Mission.

 

This site is designed to present facts and raise concerns about the issues that might impact the public health, safety and property rights of Abington residents. Participate in surveys, petitions and post comments by joining RMCA. Register here.

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High school seniors who have volunteered their time and talents to the community are recognized with scholarships. A joint effort with Abington Community Taskforce (ACT) is inspired by former RMCA president Julie Greenbaum, who was a model for service to the community. Learn more >

Barnes & Noble is closing

Barnes & Noble is closing

Encouraging Civic Enagagement

Abington's Next Century: Innovation & Growth Initiative
The first ever economic summit was held at Penn State Abington on Friday, May 17, 2013. The focus of Abington's Next Century is on identifying innovative ways to grow tax revenues into Abington Township and School District – without raising taxes. It is about improving the economy. Click here to read more >   

Panel One: Jobs of Today and Tomorrow    
Moderator, Stephen Turner  
 • Dr. David Brookstein, Dean of STEM at Montgomery County Community College
• Wendy Klinghoffer, Executive Director, Eastern Montgomery County Chamber of Commerce  
• Rep. Brendan Boyle, member of the PA State House of Representatives
• Brian Regli, Director of Commerce, Montgomery County
• Jay Blumenthal, Abington Township Treasurer & Tax Collector  

May 17, 2013

 

Photo: Panelists on Panel Two, Dr. Jeffrey Fecher, Dr. Karen Wiley Sandler and Larry Merlis, left to right.

Panel Two: Preparing Students for the 21st Century     
Moderator, Tom Stone
• Larry Merlis, CEO of Abington Health
• Dr. Karen Wiley Sandler, Chancellor of Penn State Abington
• Dr. Jeffrey Fecher, incoming Asst. Superintendent of Abington School District  

 Panel Three: Planning, Zoning & Development for Growth   
Moderator, Michael Markman  
• Jay O'Connor, Abington Commissioner
• Steven Kline, Abington Commissioner
• Miriam Einhorn, real estate agent 
• Ashley Spearman, Planning Board
• John DiPrimio, Zoning Board    

 The big question is simple: Why are people leaving and what can be done to reverse the situation in Abington? The answer may not be so simple.

2000-2010

The Delaware Valley Regional Planning Commission (DVRPC) produced an eleven point plan for the region. In several areas, Abington is falling behind.

Click here to read an overview of the Innovation & Growth & Initiative and access a white paper on projected growth of Abington 2000-2013 >line 

STEMRMCA White Paper 2:
Science, Technology, Engineering and Math are in Demand    
College degrees are very expensive and do not always lead to employment. However, some degrees are more likely to lead to success (and repaying student loans) than others. Pharmacology, nursing, transportation sciences, treatment therapies, chemical and electrical engineering, medical technologies, construction services, management information systems and medical assisting technologies are best.

Download RMCA White Paper 2 here >

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Abington SealAbington is one the largest townships in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania. RMCA pays close attention to proposals that may impact our safety and property rights and proactively works to improve the community as a whole. The organization collaborates with other groups to maximum our impact. Learn more about local municipal government and schools on the RMCA web site.line

The 2012 Abington Traffic Summit was productive
RMCA presented the Summit on May 14 and Penn State Abington hosted it at Sutherland Auditorium. Special thanks to Township Assistant Manager Matthew Lahaza for his detailed explanations of traffic technologies and studies. Click here to learn more about the Summit

 

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If you have not already ordered a rain barrel, it is not too late!
RMCA has worked closely with Meadowbrook Bird Sanctuary and Abington Township Environmental Advisory Committee to offer rain barrels to members of the community. DISCOUNT TO RMCA MEMBERS!

 Go to: http://www.rydal-meadowbrook.org/order-rain-barrels

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Fall TourThe Fall Tour was a success. It was guided by OYR Historical Society president David Rowland and approximately 50 members attended. The tour focused on the architecture and landscaping of Fairacres, a once grand estate in Abington designed by Wilson Eyre.  Learn more about architect Wilson Eyre here >

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