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Town committee honors Popcorn Park director and names Lacey in Lights winner
Summary
The committee issued a proclamation honoring John Bergman of Popcorn Park Animal Refuge on his retirement and presented the Lacey in Lights holiday contest award to a Steuben Avenue resident.
The Lacey Township Committee on Feb. 13 issued a proclamation honoring John Bergman, executive director of the Popcorn Park Animal Refuge, for decades of service and celebrated the winner of the eighth annual Lacey in Lights holiday decorating contest.
The proclamation read by Mayor Peter Curitolo recognized Bergman’s work at Popcorn Park, saying under his leadership the refuge “has grown to become a sanctuary for wildlife, farm animals, exotics, and pets” and credited him with advancing education and advocacy. John Bergman accepted the proclamation and thanked the township and community for their support.
The committee also recognized the Lacey in Lights winner for 2024: Kyle Michke of 482 Steuben Avenue, who attended the meeting with family. Michke said he decorates for the season “mostly for my kids” and that he looks forward to building an even larger display next year after delayed items arrive. Committee members congratulated the Michke family and invited them to end‑of‑meeting photos.
Why it matters: The items are ceremonial recognitions, highlighting local institutions and community traditions. Popcorn Park is a local nonprofit animal refuge and the holiday lights contest is a recurring community program that draws resident participation.
Procedure: The proclamation was read aloud and the award presentation conducted during the meeting’s opening items.
