(5/2022) It is May. Hopefully, we are not expecting a snowstorm in the middle of the month. With that said, there are several important dates in May. The Adams County Chiefs of Police Association will host the Adams County Fallen Officers Memorial Service on Friday, May 6th, at 10:00 am at the Adams County 9-1-1 Center. May 8th is Mother’s Day – a day we should all remember those "mom moments" that made us who we are today. Remember to exercise your right to vote on Primary Election – May 17th. Voting starts at 7 in the morning and ends at 8 at night at the Borough Office.

For more voter information go to adamscounty.us > administration > elections and voter registration. You can also call 717.337.9832. Armed Forces Day, May 21st, honors all people currently serving in the U.S. armed forces. Memorial Day, May 30th, is a day set aside to remember those who have died in military service for our freedom.

On March 24th, the American Red Cross held a Blood Drive. Thirty-eight donors were seen, and 21 units of blood were collected. This donation will lead to saving 78 local lives. Thank you for your donation. The next blood drive will be held on Thursday, June 23rd, at noon at the Borough office. During the April 12th Council meeting, I had the privilege of presenting a Certificate of Appreciation to the Fairfield Neighbors Helping Neighbors (F-NHN) to recognize the countless hours spent by their volunteers to help those in need in our community and for their acts of kindness given so selflessly.

F-NHN does make a huge difference in the quality of life for those they help. Accepting the plaque on behalf of F-NHN was Robin Dicken, one of the planning group members. The other F-NHN members that meet monthly to discuss how to help others are Susie Gills & Doug Lichty (Iron Springs Brethren in Christ), Missy Miller (Wesley Chapel United Methodist Church), Earl Connelly (Liberty Worship Center), Tammy Deardorff & Dee Dee Mezger (St. John Lutheran Church), Linda McMullen (Ruth's Harvest), Colleen Rebert (Fairfield Elementary School), Gayle Marthers (Carroll Valley Borough) Susan Strahler (Meals on Wheels), Carlos Wampler & Pastor Mark Englund-Krieger (Lower Marsh Creek Presbyterian Church) and Demetria & Robert Hensley (Fellowship Baptist Church). Thanks to all the volunteers who help others.

On April 16th, at 11 in the morning, approximately 500 children succeeded in hunting for and picking up 5,000 eggs in less than 5 minutes – a record! The Easter Egg Hunt was successful. To see pictures go to the Borough website, and for the mayor’s views, go to ronspictures.net. Thanks to the CVB Parks and Recreation Committee, Borough staff, maintenance crew, 11th grade of the Fairfield High School, Tara Phillips, Spanish Teacher, Fairfield High School Baseball Team, and their coaches Dave Hazlett and Steve Bell, Easter Bunny photographers Jim & Jeni Jarrell and special helpers Pat Feeser, Jayden Bell, and Josh Hazlett.

The 2022 Carroll Valley Borough Waste Contract was awarded to our current Park’s Garbage Service (Apple Valley Waste), selecting Option 1, which includes bi-weekly recycling. This contract runs for three years with an option for a fourth year. The service price has increased, and the yearly total is $303, with a quarterly breakout of $75.75. The wheeled toter annual cost is $24.00 or $6 per quarter. If you do not want to pay $75.75 per quarter, you can purchase a standard per-bag service (12 tags) for $60. Additional bags are $5 per bag. As before, the basic service includes weekly trash pickup with one large item pickup per week. The contract allows trash pickup to begin at 5 am and continue to 11 pm to minimize pickup and delays. Collection days remain the same. If you have any questions, call the Assistant Borough Manager, Gayle Marthers, at 717-642-8269 extension 103.

The community is invited to the 1st Annual Fairfield Area Middle and High School Art Exhibition hosted by the Carroll Valley Borough from May 1st to May 31st. Approximately 200 pieces of artwork will be displayed on the walls and hallways of the Borough office. On Friday, May 6th, a reception will be held from 4 to 6 pm to meet these young artists. Covered Device Recycling will be hosted by Freedom Township and is being held on Saturday, May 14th, from 8 to 11 a.m. at 2184 Pumping Station Road. This event is open to customers of Park’s Garbage Services who live in Carroll Valley and Fairfield Boroughs and Freedom, Hamiltonban, Highland, and Liberty Townships. No appointment is required. Electronics recycling includes cell phones, computers, copiers, gaming equipment units, monitors, printers, routers, scanners, stereo equipment, telephones, and televisions. If you have any questions, call 717.642.8269.

The Carroll Valley Parks and Recreation announced they plan to bring back their successful Daddy Daughter Dance (D3) event on May 14th from 6 to 9:30 p.m. at the Fairfield Fire Department banquet hall. This year’s D3 theme is Denim & Diamonds. Register at CVDaughter.eventbrite.com. The cost is $40 per couple and $10 per additional child. For further information, call Gayle Marthers at 717-642-8269 Ext 103. Movie in the Park will be held on Friday, May 20th at 7:30 p.m. Be sure to come a little early to get a good spot for your blanket to watch "Encanto" under the stars. Encanto won the 2022 Academy Award for the best computer-animated musical movie. This movie is being provided in cooperation with the Fairfield Elementary PTO. Antietam Dairy and Cub Scout Pack 76 will be providing light refreshments. On Saturday, May 21, from 8 am to 1 pm, you can turn in (recycle) your old tires. The Adams County Conservation District is holding a Tire Recycling event. For details, 717-334-0636 or email canders@adamscounty.us on how to register.

The May Borough meetings are Planning Commission (Monday – May 2nd); Borough Council (Tuesday – May 10th); Sewer & Water Authority (Monday – May 23rd); and Parks & Recreation Committee (Wednesday – May 25th). All meetings start at 7 pm. The Borough Office will be closed on Tuesday, May 17th – Election Day, Monday, May 30th – Memorial Day. If you have any questions, contact me at MayorRonHarris@comcast.net or 301-606-2021.