The Lower Macungie Township Library received rave reviews from the board of commissioners at their Aug. 2 meeting. President Ron Eichenberg said the board took a tour of the library and was "impressed with the development of the facility." They noted the many programs for children and adults, the availability of computers available with unlimited wireless access and technical support.

Lower Macungie's pool has experienced a good season with high attendance, due in part to the new slide. The season pass membership revenue is up by $8,500.

The Suburban Swim League championships were held at Lower Macungie pool. There were nine teams competing as well as a large crowd of spectators. Township Manager Bruce Fosselman said he received many favorable comments about the pool and the service. Gratitude was expressed to the volunteers.

Mill Creek Road was closed Aug. 6 and 7 to replace four utility poles suggested by PP&L. The road was closed due to a slope which would be a safety problem for the workers.

There was an executive session which included discussion about union negotiation.

A letter was written by State Rep. Ryan Mackenzie, R-134th, for a constituent about the possibility of a noise ordinance. The board of commissioners said this ordinance has been suggested before and it does not go anywhere due to the lack of a local police force.

Commissioner Ryan Conrad said police can be called for a noise disturbance but nothing can be done other than the police will show up at that person's residence and tell them of the complaint.

Judge J. Brian Johnson made a decision on the Deibert case resolving the latest problem with the closed pipe. Keystone Consulting Engineers will perform what the court decides. Grading, stabilization and cleaning out the pipe will be done.

The paving of Lisa Lane should have been completed by Aug. 3.

The ordinance for the change in speed limit on Mill Creek Road will be advertised soon. This brings this ordinance a step closer to being approved. The section of the road to be changed is from Sauerkraut Lane to Spring Creek Road.

The Camp Olympic bathroom project is being re-evaluated. The bids for the project were rejected and Fosselman will meet with the architect to make changes to the existing plans. Commissioner Roger Reis said "this is good stewardship of taxpayers' funds."

The township applied for a grant to fund three generators for some township buildings. One was approved and will be installed at the public works annex.