Sinking Spring Borough has been notified that a permitted pedestrian march organized by March on Harrisburg will pass through the Borough on Wednesday, April 30th as part of a multi-day route from Reading, PA to Harrisburg, PA.
The Borough is issuing this notice to inform residents and motorists of potential temporary traffic impacts and increased pedestrian activity along portions of Penn Avenue during the march.
Route and Local Activity
March participants are expected to primarily use sidewalks and roadside areas while traveling through the Borough. At times, brief use of the roadway may be necessary to navigate around obstacles. Support vehicles with hazard lighting, signage, and designated marshals will accompany the group to help maintain safety for both participants and the public.
A scheduled midday stop at Lidl (3564 Penn Avenue) is planned within Sinking Spring Borough. This area may experience increased pedestrian presence and short-term traffic congestion during the lunch period.
What Residents Should Expect
During the time the march passes through the Borough, residents and motorists may encounter:
- Temporary, minor traffic delays along Penn Avenue
- Increased pedestrian activity, particularly in the downtown corridor
- Brief, intermittent interruptions to traffic flow at intersections
- Support vehicles accompanying the march route
Public Advisory
The event organizers have indicated their intention to move through all communities along the route in a safe and minimally disruptive manner.
Residents are encouraged to plan travel accordingly, allow extra time when traveling through affected areas, and exercise caution when driving near pedestrian activity.
The Borough will continue to coordinate with public safety partners as needed to help ensure the safety of both participants and the community during the event.
For non-emergency concerns during the march, residents should contact local law enforcement through established channels.
