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AT WARMINSTER COMMUNITY PARK (WCP)
As a reminder, this 243-acre parcel was received in 2001 as a public benefit transfer (free) from the US Department of the Interior’s Federal Lands to Parks program with a real estate value of over $15 million. To the residents of this community who strive to preserve open space, the value is priceless. We invite everyone to visit the site, take a walk, bike or rollerblade, x-country ski, play on the playground, picnic in the pavilion or relax by the pond.

SAFETY TOWN
In July, Warminster Rotary launched their building façade advertising campaign to help the Township build Safety Town at WCP in 2011. This miniaturized version of Warminster Township is a place for children to ride bikes and play in their own make-believe town. Plans have been drawn up and the Rotary invites area businesses to get involved! Imagine your business sign on one of the buildings. A sample façade is under construction at the WREC and “community builders” will be needed in 2011 to help construct this facility. Sponsorships are available for 5-year leases: Standard $500; Deluxe $800; Supersize $1000; For more information, please contact Warminster Parks, download the form from www.warminstertownship.org/safetytown or contact Rotary member Mark McKee at 267-688-2910 or Rotary @ PO Box 209, Warminster, PA 18974.

VANDALISM – It Hurts Everyone This past year there was an increase in amount of vandalism in the parks. Munro, Meadow Run, Crooked Billet, Szymanek, Werner and the WREC were all hit repeatedly. Instead of spending tax dollars to improve the parks, we were constantly trying to stay ahead of the repair & replacement costs which have resulted from break-ins, arson and general building & equipment vandalism.

If you see it happening, do not intervene or put yourself at risk – call the Police! An Anti-Vandalism Ordinance is in place. There is a reward if your information leads to an arrest and conviction. If you see vandalism, dumping or other hazards, DON’T WAIT!! Please call the Police Department immediately at (215) 672-1000 or 9-1-1.

WARMINSTER'S BARK PARK
For more info:  www.warminstertownship.org/barkpark

As the year winds down, we wanted to remind all Bark Park members to renew County licenses and update their Bark Park Membership. Paw Passes are valid from January to December. If you do not renew your membership by January 31, your Paw Pass will be deactivated. New members are required to complete an application, provide proof of current vaccinations and County licensing, pay an annual fee and attend a Bark Park workshop within 60 days. These one-night workshops are provided FREE at the WREC by a certified trainer so that area residents and their canine friends get the most of the dog park experience. In exchange, members receive the Rules and Regs, Bark Park etiquette & safety info, a Bark Park ID tag and a Paw Pass gate card. Hours for the park will be 8:00 AM-Sunset – weather and conditions permitting. The Bark Park has been designed to include two (2) separate fenced-in areas for the large and small dogs to run off-leash. In addition, the following facilities will be available:

• A shared covered pavilion with benches in each of the two main areas

• Water fountain/shower for the dogs (seasonal)

• “Pooper-Scooper” dispensers with biodegradable disposable bags & collection cans

• Information sign board just outside the Bark Park where rules are posted.

• Locking security gates

Quick things to remember:

• Small dogs on one side – big dogs on the other!

• Current dog county licenses and rabies shots are required.

• No smoking, children under 10 years of age are not permitted in the Bark Park.

• Water will be turned off around December 1 to prevent pipe freezing. Be sure to bring a water bottle for your pup.

Once you and your dog enter the Bark Park, it’s tempting to just stand back and watch all the activity. But everybody will have a much more rewarding time if you observe basic rules. Please remember that dog parks aren’t a right, they’re a privilege – don’t let the bad behavior of a few ruin things for everyone else who will utilize the Bark Park, now and in the future. All Bark Park incidents will be reviewed by the Township Animal Control Officer. Throughout the winter, the park may be closed periodically for maintenance, seeding, etc. We will post signs for closure dates and send out emails to all members.