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Longswamp Parks and Recreation approves event bookings, notes maintenance and permitting concerns
Summary
At its July 16, 2024 meeting the Longswamp Township Parks and Recreation Commission approved minutes and event-related payments, confirmed dates and planning tasks for fall and winter programs, and discussed repairs and enforcement issues at Hunsicker's Grove.
The Longswamp Township Parks and Recreation Commission met on July 16, 2024, approved the June 18, 2024 minutes and moved forward on planning and small expenditures tied to upcoming community events.
The commission recorded a supervisor report noting plans to repair the flagpole at Hunsicker's Grove and concerns about unauthorized gatherings there. The supervisor also reported that fishing without a required badge continues to be an enforcement issue; procedures for requesting township permission for gatherings were discussed. The minutes also record that Brad Flume is the township's new zoning officer.
Commissioners confirmed plans for several seasonal events. The Volunteer Picnic is scheduled for September 21, 2024; the pavilion is reserved and Mike (B.O.S.) was assigned to contact Janelle's about catering and pricing. The Great Pumpkin Hunt is set for October 25, 2024, and the commission planned to order 150 pumpkins. The Christmas Tree Lighting is scheduled for December 7, 2024, and commissioners discussed adding more lighting along walkways. An Egg Hunt is listed in the minutes as scheduled for April 4; the minutes do not clarify the year and provide no further updates.
On SwampFest planning, commissioners discussed gathering quotes for advertising signs and expressed interest in rebooking the bands that performed this year. A motion to approve rebooking the bands was made by Leann and seconded by Jeremy; the commission approved the motion. The minutes record post-approval payments to Kutztown Printing for banners and signs ($259.00) and a DK Plumbing ad refund ($72.00); that action was recorded as approved (motion: Leann; second: Kristina).
During public comment, a member of the public raised questions about whether dwellings that appear to operate as businesses require business permits; the commission discussed the concern but the minutes do not record a definitive policy change. In old business, the minutes note several proposed bylaw updates that remain awaiting Board of Supervisors approval. In new business the commission discussed whether issuing a business-card account for local stores would aid purchasing for events and what procedures would be needed to obtain such a card.
A motion to adjourn was made by Tyrene and seconded by Leann; the meeting adjourned at 9:51 p.m. The next meeting is scheduled for August 20, 2024.
The minutes are submitted by Secretary Kristina DiGiampaolo.
