(8/2022) Wow! The Carroll Valley July 4th Celebration was a tremendous success, with over 5,000 in attendance. The Reagan Years band entertainment was once again outstanding. The band recreated the sounds of the 1980s. The band's talented musicians with remarkably diverse vocal abilities replicated the MTV era's pop, rock, and new wave hits. The crowd of people danced in place while respecting each other's space. The celebration ended with the singing of the Star-Spangled Banner by the band's lead singer, followed by a spectacular 20-minute fireworks display on top of Ski Liberty Mountain. Many people were involved: the Borough Staff, Dave Hazlett, Gayle Marthers, Amanda Bell, the Borough's Municipal Services crew, the Council, Recreation Committee, and the Carroll Valley Police Department. Thank you all. To see the pictures, go to ronspictures.net.

Twenty-three donors participated in the Blood Drive held on Thursday, June 30th. As reported by the Red Cross, their donation resulted in 20 units of blood being collected, which in turn will save 60 local lives. Thank you for your donation. The next Blood Drive will be held in September.

You are invited to meet our Carroll Valley Police Officers and local Constable at the National Night Out event on Tuesday, August 2nd at 6 p.m., followed by a Movie in the Park, "Zootopia," starting at 7:30 p.m. National Night Out aims to enhance the relationship between neighbors and law enforcement while bringing back a true sense of community." Chief of Police Richard Hileman said. "Furthermore, it provides a great opportunity to bring police and neighbors together under positive circumstances."

Speaking about "Movies in the Park," the next Movie in the Park will be held on Friday, August 19th at 7:30 p.m. The name of the film is "Sing 2." The movie follows Buster Moon and his all-star cast of performers as they prepare to launch their most dazzling stage extravaganza in the glittering entertainment capital of the world. However, there is just one hitch: they first must persuade the world's most reclusive rock star to join them. Hope to see you there. Do not forget those lawn chairs.

Our Carroll Valley Police are participating with Pennsylvania State Police and over 300 municipal agencies in conducting targeted aggressive-driving enforcement that started on July 5th and will end on August 21st.

The goal of the targeted enforcement is to reduce the number of aggressive driving-related crashes, injuries, and deaths on roadways throughout the state. Any aggressive driver stopped by police will receive a ticket. The enforcement wave will focus on heavy truck violations, pedestrian safety, red light running, and tailgating. Motorists exhibiting other unsafe behaviors such as driving too fast for conditions, following too closely, or other aggressive actions will also be cited. The enforcement is part of Pennsylvania’s Highway Safety Program and is funded by part of PennDOT’s investment of federal funds from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). For more information on aggressive driving, visit PennDOT.gov/Safety.

Please be careful when out and doing yard work. Remember that heat stroke can be fatal and requires immediate medical attention. The symptoms for heat stroke are (1) hot dry skin or profuse sweating, (2) confusion or disorientation, (3) slurred speech, (4) seizures or convulsions, (5) throbbing headache, and (6) a very high body temperature over 1040. If experiencing one or more then these symptoms, call 911, move the person to a cool, shaded place, apply cool compresses and wet the person's clothing with water and fan with a towel. Do not give them anything to drink – it could pose a choking hazard in their altered mental state, and wait for medical assistance.

On Friday, July 15th, Councilman Robert Verderaime sent a letter of resignation to the Borough Manager, which was shared with Council at their July 19th meeting. Councilman Verderaime expressed that his written resignation was due to personal reasons. He has served our community for the past four years and seven months with honor and commitment, and he stood for something crucially important to me – service to the Carroll Valley community. Thank you for your service. The Council is looking for someone to fill that seat. The appointment would last through the end of 2023. If you are interested, visit the Carroll Valley Borough website at carrollvalley.org. Click on Borough Council Vacancy on the home page and follow the directions. The deadline for submission is September 8. The Council will choose an applicant at the September 13th council meeting. Courtney Herring has returned to join our Carroll Valley Police as of Wednesday, July 21st.

Borough meetings for August are Planning Commission (Aug 1st), Borough Council (Aug 9th), Public Sewer Advisory Committee (Aug 22nd), and the Parks and Recreation Committee (Aug 24th). If you have any questions, call me at 301-606-2021 or email me at MayorRonHarris@comcast.net. Please watch your speed!