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Board approves 10‑foot fence at Berlinsville Park; Lions Club to reimburse up to $14,000
Summary
After comparing padding and multiple fence bids, the Board accepted DNS Fencing’s 10‑foot fence proposal with ties into the recently completed wall and asked staff to obtain pricing for vinyl slats; Lions Club will reimburse up to $14,000.
Lehigh Township supervisors voted on March 11 to install safety fencing at Berlinsville Park, selecting DNS Fencing’s 10‑foot proposal with tie‑backs into the recently completed stone wall and instructing staff to obtain a separate price for vinyl slats.
The township had considered padding along the wall (estimates $21,000–$31,000) but staff and Recreation representatives recommended fencing as the more economical, durable option before the spring sports season begins (games start March 21). Bids reviewed included DNS Fencing’s low 10‑foot quote ($9,570.04) and higher quotes from Tri‑Boro ($14,188) and Ace Fencing ($14,455). Jerry Pritchard said he preferred the 10‑foot option; the motion to accept DNS’s proposal passed unanimously after an amendment to investigate slat costs (motion by Jerry Pritchard, seconded by David Hess).
The Lions Club agreed to reimburse the Township up to $14,000 toward the fencing; the Board said work will not start until a certificate of insurance is provided by the contractor. The motion includes follow up to obtain a written quote for 6‑foot slats estimated by DNS at $2,250–$2,500.
Why it matters: The decision addresses player safety at Berlinsville Park ahead of opening day for spring games and uses a partial community contribution (Lions Club) to offset Township cost.
Next steps: Staff will collect a written quote for slats, confirm insurance documentation from the contractor and coordinate receipt of the Lions Club reimbursement by May 12.
