Lower Paxton asked to delay vote on regs

UPDATE, 8 pm, 11/1/10 – SWAN withdrew its request for a delayed vote based on a response received from Lower Paxton Twp. manager George Wolfe. The local law discussed below most likely was adopted – I don't know for sure because Comcast channel 20 dropped its meeting coverage prior to the vote.
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Citizen group Stray Winds Area Neighbors (SWAN) has asked Lower Paxton officials to delay a vote on revised regulations for residential and commercial construction projects.

The proposal – referred to as the Subdivision and Land Development Ordinance of 2010 – is on the agenda for the Monday night’s meeting of the township supervisors at the Municipal Center, 7:30 pm.

The land-use legislation has been in the works for three years, and SWAN members have attended public meetings and offered written suggestions for potential revisions.

Before a final vote is taken, SWAN is seeking feedback from the township’s engineering firm that the group’s recommendations were considered.

"Our review appears to show that none of SWAN's recommended definition changes were adopted," said Eric Epstein, the group's chairman, in an e-mail to township officials. He also noted that some design standards require further clarification.

Another item up for a vote at the meeting is a 1,400-seat sanctuary proposed by Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church.
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Supervisors meeting agenda for Monday, Nov. 1, 2010.

To watch the meeting on TV, tune into Comcast channel 20 or Verizon channel 22.

Lower Paxton watchdog, Oct. 2010

Below are highlights from recent Lower Paxton Township meetings:

Initial earth moving is expected to start soon in Brightbill Park for the Dauphin County Heroes Grove, a tribute to the county's military veterans, law enforcement officers, firefighters and other emergency responders. The tribute will feature an amphitheater in a one-acre grove donated by Lower Paxton Township near the Friendship Community Center.

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Township officials continued discussions on a proposed storm sewer project in Linglestown that could destroy a historic spring.

Property owner Michael Pinci presented documentation identifying the spring on his property as a historical site. After a heated discussion between Pinci and his neighbors, a township staff member offered a solution that appeared to satisfy all concerned.

The township is awaiting state approval to move forward with the revised plan.

CLICK HERE for background information.

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The township supervisors approved a bond refinancing that is expected to save $318,000.

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Work has begun on the 2011 township budget, and tentatively no property-tax increase is planned. A final draft budget will be reviewed at the Nov. 9 workshop meeting.

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CLICK HERE to review meeting recaps for all township meetings held in recent weeks.

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Information for this post was provided by Stray Winds Area Neighbors, better known as SWAN.

You gotta play to go 4-wheelin'

Last call for tickets to enter Linglestown Fire Company's raffle for the four-wheeler shown below. CLICK HERE for more info.

Lower Paxton treat or treat night is ...

Thursday, Oct. 28 from 6–8 pm.

Linglestown weekender

Below is a sampling of weekend happenings in the Linglestown area.

Friday through Sunday … The Linglestown Merchants Association will hold their annual Fall Festival. CLICK HERE for a rundown of all the special events.

Saturday morning … Pancake breakfast at Linglestown Fire Company, 7am – noon. The Calder Cup won by the Hershey Bears will be on display for all to see and photograph.



Saturday evening … Music at St. Thomas Roasters will feature Andy Enders and his band, the Good Route, 8–10 pm, no cover.




Monday evening ... The Central Dauphin Band Boosters are offering the community a musical treat by bringing in the legendary Glenn Miller Orchestra to the Central Dauphin High School Auditorium on Monday, 7 pm. CLICK HERE for
more info.

Linglestown merchants featured on WHP 580

CLICK HERE for radio interviews of Linglestown retailers about the square project and the upcoming Fall Festival next Friday through Sunday.

Kudos to Michael Parks of WHP (pictured) for taking an interest in the village.

For more information about local merchants, check out the Linglestown Merchants Association website.

Free e-recycling available in Dauphin County

Dauphin County has opened a full-time electronics recycling program instead of holding a couple Saturday events each year.

I recently went to the center to recycle computer monitors, keyboards and other small electronic gizmos and gadgets. To save time when you go, be sure to make a list of items that you are recycling.

For another angle, CLICK HERE for a column about the writer's first trip to the e-recycling center. It's a good read.

CLICK HERE for directions to the facility located just off Cameron Street in south Harrisburg. It's in the same area as the Harrisburg incinerator plant.

Linglestown weekend, upcoming happenings

Friday evening ... The one, the only Frank Cotolo will be sharing his unique brand of wit, humor and songs at St. Thomas Roasters coffee house from 8–10 pm, free admission.

If you’re lucky, Frank will spin a tale or two from his Hollywood days and offer prizes for correct answers to pop culture trivia questions.

A while back Frank recorded a theme song for the village of Linglestown. CLICK HERE to give it a listen.

Saturday … Flea market and bake sale at New Hope Church, 584 Colonial Club Drive, 8 am–noon. CLICK HERE for directions to the church.

Saturday … Drive-thru chicken BBQ at St. Thomas United Church of Christ starting at 10 am. Cost is $7. The church is located at 6490 Linglestown Road, just one mile east of the Linglestown Square.

UPCOMING EVENTS

Oct. 22–24 … The Linglestown Merchants Association will hold their annual Fall Festival. CLICK HERE for a rundown of all the special events.

Saturday, Oct. 23 … Pancake breakfast at Linglestown Fire Company, 7am–noon. The Calder Cup won by the Hershey Bears will be on display for all to see and photograph.


Saturday evening, Oct. 23 … Music at St. Thomas Roasters will feature Andy Enders and his band, the Good Route, 8–10 pm, no cover.

Gazette's Twitter feed growing

Jayson Cowden of Global Hair Designs just became a friend of Linglestown Gazette's Twitter feed, and now he'll get bonus news about the village and Lower Paxton Township.

According to Facebook, the hair salon that is located across from the Amelia's Grocery Outlet store on N. Mountain Road will be holding an open house on Oct. 22 from 5–9 pm.

Lower Paxton watchdog, Sept. 2010

Below are updates on happenings at Lower Paxton Township government meetings last month.

* The township planning commission continues to work on a planned Business Improvement District along the Route 22 business corridor. CLICK HERE for background information.

* Lower Paxton supervisors have halted work on a proposed solar farm project while state lawmakers consider renewable energy legislation. CLICK HERE for background information.

* The supervisors postponed condemnation of a Linglestown property when the owner expressed concern that a historic spring would be destroyed. CLICK HERE for the story by The Patriot-News.

* The township greenway committee is working on a Walking Opportunities Brochure, and eyeing a stretch along Nyes Road and Nyes Run for a possible walking trail. Also, some committee members are looking for locations where gaps in existing sidewalks and trail systems for biking and walking could be filled.
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Information for this post was provided by Stray Winds Area Neighbors, better known as SWAN.

CD band serving lunch Saturday in Linglestown

Central Dauphin Band Boosters Association will be at Stauffers of Kissel Hill on Linglestown Road this Saturday, Oct. 9, from 10 am to 3 pm. The boosters will be selling homemade baked goods and hot soups and will have beverages for sale.

Please stop by and support the CD Bands!

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And, the band boosters are offering the community a musical treat by bringing in the legendary Glenn Miller Orchestra to the Central Dauphin High School Auditorium on Monday, Oct. 25, at 7 pm. CLICK HERE for more info.

Scouts to host community events this week

Gazette readers are invited to get a discount on eating out this Thursday, Oct. 7, from 4–9 pm courtesy of Boy Scout Troop 10 of Linglestown.

All you have to do is CLICK HERE for a page of coupons to print – each person needs a coupon – and go enjoy a great meal at Perkins Restaurant at the Rt. 39 Truck Stops. If you can not print the attached coupons, contact Charlie Hicklin at 329-5687.

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And, this weekend, Oct. 9 and 10, the scouts will hold their annual Apple Pumpkin Festival at the American Legion on N. Mountain Road located near Hornung's Hardware. See the flyer below for more info – click on it to view a larger version.