PETERSBURG – A major topic of discussion on the Upper Township Committee agenda Oct. 26 was the condition and future plans for the playground in Strathmere. Karen Mitchell representing Strathmere Improvement Association (SIA) addressed committee and pointed out that the playground is in sub-par condition and highlighted several issues of concerns.
Providing photos to committee she pointed out a number of items regarding safety. Mitchell informed committee that the playground is well utilized and that the preliminary results of an SIA survey of residents indicates thus far that 96 percent are in favor of retaining and improving the playground.
Mayor Richard Palombo assured Mitchell that the safety issues would be addressed by next week. He added that committee will look at allocating money in the next budget for improving the overall condition of the playground.
Strathmere Boat Ramp
Committee also authorized submission of applications for permits with the state Department of Environmental Protection and the Army Corps of Engineers for improvements to the Strathmere Bayview Drive Boat Ramp project.
The township has $300,000 allocated for improvements to the boat ramp and access road.
Home Run Derby Champs
Upper Township Committee made a presentation, a resolution of recognition, congratulating Abigail Craige on becoming the 2015 Phillies Home Run Derby Champion. Craige competed in the 11-12 year old division. She first won the local Home Run Derby and then the Regional Home Run Derby in Millville before winning the championship Sept. 13 at Citizens Bank Park. Craige, 12, lives in Seaville.
The Phillies Home Run Derby is a baseball and softball hitting contest for children aged 7-12 years old. It began in 1971 and has become one of the Phillies most successful and long-running programs. Over 22,000 children have participated in 51 local competitions.
Fall Fest a Success
Committeeman Hobart Young reported that Fall Fest at Amanda’s Field Oct. 18 was a success despite blustery weather and rain late in the afternoon. Young estimated that 1,500 to 2,000 attended the event and enjoyed 37 vendors, face painting, hay rides, petting zoo and live music.
Discussion is taking place to have a Christmas in the Park event in December.
Other Business
Committee approved installation of speed humps at the intersection of Sunset Drive and Dawn Road.
The governing body also approved installation of a street light on Red Clover Drive.
To contact Camille Sailer, email csailer@cmcherald.com.
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