During the Oct. 15 Macungie Borough Council meeting, Macungie Police Officer Todd Bernhard received a commendation from Macungie Ambulance Operations Manager Christopher Greb for saving a man who went into cardiac arrest at Macungie Memorial Park. Officer Joseph David was also recognized but not in attendance.

Upon arrival, the man was not breathing and had no pulse. Bernhard administered CPR, used an automated external defibrillator and the man recovered due to the life-saving efforts.

Sgt. Travis Kocher, officer in charge, issued a commendation to Cpl. Michael Mullen and Officer Kyle Bernhard as well. Bernhard responded while riding his bike for the apprehension of a suspect who stole a vehicle. The vehicle was recovered and the suspect was arrested.

Macungie received an award for Communities of Distinction. Borough Council President Christopher Becker displayed the trophy and thanked everyone for making this possible. It was noted the streetscape project had much to do with this award.

A budget workshop is scheduled 7 p.m. Oct. 22 which will be open to the public.

The 2018 Macungie Halloween Parade/Fun Run, sponsored by the Lower Lehigh Lions Club, will take place 7:30 p.m. Oct. 27 on Main Street. The Fun Run will take place 45 minutes before the parade. Registration forms for the parade my be obtained from Macungie Borough Hall, 21 Locust St., Macungie, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday. Those interested in participating in the parade can also visit the website www.macungieparade.com.

Trick or Treat will be held 6 to 8 Oct. 31.

An electronic recycling event 9 a.m. to noon (or until the trucks are full) Oct. 27 at Macungie Memorial Park. This event is only for the residents of Macungie and Alburtis boroughs. Photo identification may be required.

There is a study being done on borough office needs. This includes storage, police requirements, office requirements and a number of other items. The study may mean offices need expanding or more storage needed but it is just being studied for now.

Macungie Main Street Commons’ first plan creates one big lot. Trees will not be disturbed. This is a preliminary land development and part of Stone Hill Meadows.

There will be some changes to the streetscape Phase II. Initially trees were to be watered automatically. This is not necessary and will be eliminated. Two base lights will be eliminated. There will also be some changes to the pavers and trash cans due to some problems with bidding so some cost-saving efforts were made.

The Village Walk Drive parking restrictions will be presented in November.