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Photo Gallery on our Event Page
It was a beautiful, sunny day!
The 8th Annual MPMC 5 Miler to benefit Johnstons Run was an energizing success!
It was a beautiful, sunny day!
The 8th Annual MPMC 5 Miler to benefit Johnstons Run was an energizing success!
Monitoring Johnston Run Stream Corridor
Waterway Monitoring in the LabA Dickinson Ecology major assists as volunteers Franklin Bell, Elizabeth Grant and Brent Gift learn Turbidity Testing.
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Water Conservation for AllCommunity volunteers trained with ALLARM (Alliance for Aquatic Resource Monitoring) by Dickinson College to do monthly monitoring on our stream, which is currently impaired. Monitoring is part of learning what needs to be done to revitalize the stream.
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Waterway Monitoring in the FieldAshley Carbaugh completed in-stream temperature and conductivity testing (measures salts etc from road run off), and collects a sample for Nitrate, Phosphate, sediment measurement.
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Connectivity of People
Winner of the 2016 Not for Profit of the Year award from Tuscarora Area Chamber of Commerce!
Pictured - from the Left - Patti Nitterhouse HEA Host, developer Penn National Golf Community; Kenn Speaks HEA Coach, Speaks DJ; Chris Mayer HEA Host at Wilson College, director CSA; Laura Puckett, Board member; Claudia Peet Board member, Director of Medical Library Summit Health,staff education coordinator; Shelby Miller HEA coordinator; Elizabeth Grant - Board member, Franklin Cty Planning Commission; Elizabeth George, MD MACWell President; Jim Butler Everyday Chef educator, Dining Service Director at Mercersburg Academy; Mayor Jim Zeger - MPMC team. |
Pedestrian & Cyclist Friendly Borough & Townships
Working Toward Complete Streets
Our Feasibility Study identified a "seamless network" for safe walking and cycling on errands and to work or school. Now MPMC is working toward a "Master Plan" for implementation that will identify, plan and prioritize projects that enhance our community with complete streets. These are designed and operated to enable safe access for all users, including pedestrians, bicyclists, and motorists of all ages and abilities. Complete Streets make it easy to cross the street, walk to shops, and bicycle to work and school, and enjoy our area. Read More
Contribution to Community
Thank you to JBHS Honor Society Students for their amazing energy and team work on the community trail!
Here's what students say about working outdoors:
“Working on the trail gave me a new perspective; it was so neat to see the before and after of the trail and just how far it came along when we all worked on it together. It got me excited to have the trail in Mercersburg. The trail will give many people the opportunity to take time to enjoy the local beauty and nature of this area.” ~ Maggie Plessinger |
Enhancing Public Spaces
Trail Progress
The plans are finalized, right of ways are official, and we’ve had our Conservation District visit to review permitting. Special care is being taken for this wooded wildlife area and the riparian buffer. Permitting was received from DEP. Bid documents are being readied.
Thank you to so many people for dedication, hardwork, knowledge and persistence. Thank you MPMC volunteers, Borough Manager Dawn Scheller, Asst Manager Derek Stoy, Bourough Council, Water and Sewer Authorities, Grant Writer Bob Whitmore, DCNR, ARRO engineers (special applause Scott Longstreth), and the Conservation District. Thank you to all the Trail and stream revitalizaion Supporters; we’ll be able to walk, look and listen for the wildlife and the stream.
The plans are finalized, right of ways are official, and we’ve had our Conservation District visit to review permitting. Special care is being taken for this wooded wildlife area and the riparian buffer. Permitting was received from DEP. Bid documents are being readied.
Thank you to so many people for dedication, hardwork, knowledge and persistence. Thank you MPMC volunteers, Borough Manager Dawn Scheller, Asst Manager Derek Stoy, Bourough Council, Water and Sewer Authorities, Grant Writer Bob Whitmore, DCNR, ARRO engineers (special applause Scott Longstreth), and the Conservation District. Thank you to all the Trail and stream revitalizaion Supporters; we’ll be able to walk, look and listen for the wildlife and the stream.
Johnston Run Scenic Streamside Trail
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Did you know that Mercersburg has a beautiful stream running through it?
Support Johnson Run Revitalization . . .
Check out this stainless steel water bottle and help build a beautiful streamside trail!
Available at Modnur Pharmacy in Mercersburg for $20 Donation
Many thanks to our Partners in Wellness
for their generous contribution and commitment to supporting Individual Wellness, Community Vitality and Environmental Sustainability Summit Health, First National Bank of Mercersburg, Atlas Copco, Whitetail Resort Making a stand for Wellness in their Businesses and in the Community! |
Updates!
Curious about our progress? Check out our new "How's it Going?" pages under each of our major projects: Walkability/Bikeability and Waterway Revitalization and see fun photos and updates!
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Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources
Focusing on the connection between health and outdoor activities, Pennsylvania residents want access to close to home recreation, walkable and bikable communities, protection of lands and waters and well-maintained park facilities. MACWell's projects and events are completed in conjunction with these goals of the PA DCNR to create safe and effective enjoyment of the outdoors. Visit their site for more information and see their 5 year plan!
Focusing on the connection between health and outdoor activities, Pennsylvania residents want access to close to home recreation, walkable and bikable communities, protection of lands and waters and well-maintained park facilities. MACWell's projects and events are completed in conjunction with these goals of the PA DCNR to create safe and effective enjoyment of the outdoors. Visit their site for more information and see their 5 year plan!

What's a Complete Street? Check out this article to learn more about how roadways designed for the safety of bicyclists and pedestrians is an important part of a vibrant community!
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