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Commission reiterates safety warning about canal ice; park staff seek seasonal hires
Summary
Commissioners were urged to warn the public to stay off canal ice after an apparent Princeton-area rescue; park staff reported snow/ice removal, seasonal hiring at Bull's Island and recent bald-eagle sightings.
Commissioners discussed a reported Princeton-area incident in which a person apparently fell into the D&R Canal and required rescue. Executive Director Hutchison said he had not seen a media report and had received no formal notification from state park police; he reiterated that park regulations prohibit skating on the canal and urged the public not to go on the ice, noting the water beneath can be moving.
A commissioner noted the commission recently posted a Facebook safety message advising people to stay off the canal ice. The meeting also included a superintendents update (delivered by a staff member covering for the superintendent) that said park maintenance had been busy with snow and ice removal, seasonal hiring for Bull's Island Recreation Area is underway, and staff have observed frequent bald-eagle activity along the river.
Why it matters: Public-safety messaging is important during winter conditions; the commission signaled it will follow up with park police to confirm details and continues outreach via social media.
Whats next: Staff said they would follow up with park police for details about the reported incident and continue public-safety postings and seasonal hiring outreach.
