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2025 Gettysburg Memorial Day Parade and Ceremony

Gettysburg, PA – The Gettysburg Joint Veterans Memorial Day Commission would like to announce that the 158th Memorial Day parade and ceremony in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania will be held on Monday May 26, 2025. This is a great way to remember and honor those men and women who gave the ultimate sacrifice while serving our country. The Memorial Day parade and ceremony in Gettysburg is one of the oldest continuing ceremonies in the country. Ceremonies in the past have featured keynote speakers, such as past presidents of the United States and Pennsylvania governors.

The Memorial Day parade will begin at 2 p.m. at Lefever Street in Gettysburg and head northeast to East Middle Street; turn west on East Middle Street and south on Baltimore Street to the Soldiers’ National Cemetery.

The Memorial Day Ceremony will take place at 3 p.m. at the Rostrum in the Soldiers’ National Cemetery. The Keynote Speaker will be Deputy Secretary and Chief Operating Officer of the American Battle Monuments Commission, Robert J. Dalessandro. His photo and bio are located at: https://www.smithsonianjourneys.org/experts/robert-dalessandro/ . Other notable dignitary is Diana Henry, Commandant of the Marine Corps League for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania who will be serving as the Honorary Grand Marshall of the parade.

The Gettysburg Joint Veterans Memorial Day Commission consists of veterans’ organizations in Gettysburg: Sons of Union Veterans of the Civil War – Gettysburg Camp #112; American Legion Post #202; Marine Corps League Detachment #705; Veterans of Foreign Wars Post #15 and AMVETS Post #172.

If you have questions regarding the parade and ceremony, please contact the commission at: GettysburgMemorialDayGJVMDC@gmail.com. Consider making a contribution to help offset costs of the parade and ceremony by sending a check to: Gettysburg Joint Veterans Memorial Day Commission, P.O. Box 3722, Gettysburg, PA 17325. Additional information on the parade and ceremony will be posted on the Commission’s facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/GettysburgMemorialDay.

Gettysburg Planning Commission Meeting – 05/05/2025

PLANNING COMMISSION SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA
Monday, May 5, 2025 at 7:00pm | Borough Council Chambers

1. Convene Meeting

2. Review and Approve Agenda
3. Public Comment Restricted to Items on the Planning Commission Meeting Agenda
4. Tabled Old Business – NONE
5. New Business
A. Rezoning Resolution 05052025
Resolution by the Planning Commission to recommend approval of the May 5,
2025 Draft Zoning Ordinance to the Borough Council in accordance with the
Pennsylvania Municipalities Planning Code.
6. Announcements
A. The next Planning Commission meeting is scheduled for Monday, May 19, 2025, at
7:00 p.m.
7. Additional Comments from Planning Commission Members
8. Public Comment
9. Adjourn

Open House – York-Adams Film Club

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In this episode of Open House, Ray talks with Tammy Haire who, with her husband, created the York-Adams Film Club. Learn about the film club, what they do, where they meet and so much more!

Join their group on Facebook to start getting connecting with them, or show up to one of their meetings.
https://www.facebook.com/groups/749116080169449/

The People’s Town Hall Gettysburg Invites US Elected Officials to Meet Their Constituents


The People’s Town Hall will take place on Saturday, May 3, 2025, The Barn Resort Gettysburg.

Invited speakers include US Representative John Joyce, M.D. (R PA-13), and US Representative Madeleine Dean (D PA-4). Voters from Pennsylvania’s 13th Congressional district (PA-13) are urged to attend and share concerns or ask questions of their elected officials.

Organized by an informal group of concerned citizens from the Gettysburg area, The People’s Town Hall will open with a keynote address by DNC Vice Chair Malcolm Kenyatta, after which invited legislators will present brief remarks, followed by a question and answer period with constituents. Local attorney Richard “Dick” Shoap (retired) will serve as moderator.

The People’s Town Hall is an opportunity for elected officials to publicly address their constituents’ grave concerns, according to Planning Committee Chair, Dr. Bettye Baker. Please note that this event will be recorded and that no signs beyond those provided by the Committee will be permitted in the auditorium.

A number of Adams County organizations have joined the effort to promote the event. The People’s Town Hall Committee encourages all residents to make their voices heard.

Please direct questions to the Planning Committee at thepeoplestownhallgettysburg@yahoo.com

Adams County Community Foundation Scholarship Breakfast 2025

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The Adams County Community Foundation held their 2025 Scholarship Breakfast on April 30th, 2025.

They were joined by Adams County Historical Society President & CEO, Gettysburg Area High School and Gettysburg College graduate, Andrew Dalton, as they recognized their 2025 scholarship award winners, scholarship fund donors, and their breakfast sponsors, Fred and Susi Guinn.

The 2025 Scholarship winners are:

Adams County Community Foundation Exceptional Student Award

          Olivia Gray – Bermudian Springs High School

Adams Electric Cooperative Scholarships

          Chloe Albrecht – Southwestern

          Kendall Beck – Northern High School

          Ava Bentzel – Littlestown High School

          Charles Connors – Southwestern

          Caleb Cothran – Dover Area High School

          Olivia Gray – Bermudian Springs

          Clayton Hackman – Bermudian Springs

          Zoey Haines – Gettysburg Area High School
          Thomas Johnson – Big Spring High School

          Morgan Keefer – Northern High School
          Caden Kessel – Biglerville High School

          Nictorious Khoury – Susquehannock

          Julie Kint – Littlestown High School
          Beyla Kline – Fairfield High School

          Jordan Klinger – Big Spring High School

          Talia Klunk – Spring Grove
          Katelyn Lay – Big Spring High School
          Kayla Lew – Gettysburg Area High School

          Karina Miller – Fairfield High School

          Landen Miller -Kennard Dale
          Zaida Moore – Big Spring High School

          Veronica Paul – Gettysburg Area High School

          Ashley Plunkert – Littlestown High School
          Claire Roberts – Biglerville High School

          Ian Welty – Littlestown High School

          Isaac Wolfinger – Shippensburg High School

Albert J. Lentz American Legion Post 202 Scholarship

          Isabella Kozack – Fairfield High School

Sherry (Krom) Amig Scholarship

          Kaelyn Balko – New Oxford High School

Thomas E. Arnold Scholarship

          Tyler Wolf – Biglerville High School

Henry Barberis III FFA Scholarship goes to:

          Jack Shannon – Biglerville High School

Joseph T. & Ivah R. Bollinger Scholarship

          Ian Welty – Littlestown High School

Biglerville Canner Award

          Noah Fulton

Biglerville Healthcare Education / Trade Scholarship

          Ashley Rodriguez – Biglerville High School

Mary Sue Cline Scholarships

          Bo Forney – Biglerville High School

          Yatzarelly Guzman-Reyes – Biglerville High School

Margaret Trew Cline Foundation Nursing Scholarship

          Ava Bentzel – Littlestown High School

Conewago Valley Scholarships  New Oxford High School

          Cade Baker

          Cameron Staub

          Carly Lawrence

          Catelyn Johnson

          Clayton Miller

          Gabriella Golden

          Kaelyn Balko

          Lillian Myers

Emma Duttera Scholarship

          Zion Herbert – Freedom Christian School Gettysburg

Fairfield Alumni Scholarship

          Karina Miller – Fairfield High School

Ray and Violet Flickinger Scholarship

          Tavian McAuliffe – Biglerville High School

Dolores Gillelan Memorial Scholarship

          Ava Peterson – Biglerville High School

Dr. Charles H. Glatfelter Scholarship

          Amanda Malone – Liberty University

          Riley Ward – Ohio University

Walter P. and Anna Griest Memorial Scholarship

          Breelyn Snyder – Bermudian Springs High School

Harold L. Griffie STEM Scholarship

          Adrian Karras – Bermudian Springs High School

Berne C. Hart Technical Scholarship

          Caden Kessel – Biglerville High School

          Stephanie Bobo – Biglerville High School

Mabelle Hereter Memorial Scholarship in Music

          Savannah Schneider– Gettysburg High School

Eddie Horst Memorial Scholarship

          Savannah Schneider– Gettysburg High School

Dale R. King Memorial Scholarship

          Jacob Hamm – Bermudian Springs High School

George B. Inskip Memorial Scholarship

          Coghan Jones – Fairfield High School

Kermit Jacoby, Jr. Scholarships

          Claire Roberts – Biglerville High School

          Tyler Wolf – Biglerville High School

Dr. Ronald Krablin Scholarship

          Zoey Haines – Gettysburg Area High School

Julie Ann Lochary Scholarship

          Makenzie Miller – Littlestown High School

Michelle Rene Louey Memorial Scholarship

          Acadia Farley – Littlestown High School

J. W. Martin Memorial Math Scholarship

          Beyla Kline – Fairfield High School

Meghan T. McKinney Memorial Scholarship

          Kaydence Dunlap – Biglerville High School

Mildred Walters Leader Memorial Scholarship

          Ella Lady – Biglerville High School

H. Edgar & Betty Jane Moul Scholarship

          Lillian Myers – New Oxford High School

Elizabeth Musselman Memorial Scholarship

          Tristin Barnhart – Fairfield High School

Luella Musselman Paul Scholarship

          Tyler Wolf – Biglerville High School

Greg Richardson Athletic Award

          Cadence Holmberg – Fairfield High School

          Zachary Williams – Gettysburg High School

Elizabeth Ferciot Roby Art Scholarship

          Nina Smith – Fairfield High School

Rotary Club of Littlestown Scholarship

          Makenzie Miller – Littlestown High School

Rotary Club of Gettysburg

          Caden Kessel – Biglerville High School

          Cadence Holmberg – Fairfield High School

          Luke Breighner – Gettysburg Area High School

          Robert Monn – Gettysburg Area High School

Dennis Runk, CPA (Class of 1969) and Family Scholarship

          Isabella Diaz – Littlestown High School

          Bryson Westfall – Littlestown High School

Helen & Elton Ruth Memorial Scholarship

          Dafne Garcia – New Oxford High School

Dalton Cole Schriver Memorial Scholarship

          Kody Martin – New Oxford High School

William E. Smith Family Scholarship

          Carmyn Baker – Bermudian Springs

          Roman Diaz – Bermudian Springs

The Emory H. & Luther D. Snyder Littlestown Foundry Scholarship

          Zion Herbert – Freedom Christian School Gettysburg

The Lady/Swales Scholarship

          Carmyn Baker – Bermudian Springs High School

Rosemary and Leon Tawney Scholarships

          Ava Bentzel – Littlestown High School

          Breelyn Snyder – Bermudian Springs High School

          Catelyn Johnson – New Oxford High School

Ray J. Wherley Tech/Trade Scholarship

          Kody Martin – New Oxford High School

Congratulations to everyone!

Gettysburg Gateway Connectivity Project – Public Engagement Meeting #2 – 04/30/2025


PUBLIC MEETINGS Wednesday, April 23 & 30, 2025 at 6:30 p.m.

6:30 Welcome & Introductions Charles Gable, Project Background Chad Clabaugh

6:45 Phase 2B: Gateway Jill Sellers Small Group Discussion Table Moderator

7:00 Phase 1: Baltimore Street Center Jill Sellers Small Group Discussion Table Moderator

7:15 Phase 2A: Lincoln Square Jill Sellers Small Group Discussion Table Moderator

8:00 Large Group Discussion Jill Sellers

8:30 Closing Remarks/Next Steps Charles Gable

Open House – Destination Gettysburg

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In this episode of Open House, Ray talks with Mary Grace Kauffman who is the Media Relations Manager for Destination Gettysburg. Mary Grace talks about the growth of Destination Gettysburg, and some things they put in place to help they continue to grow and provide the best experience for our community and it’s tourism.

https://destinationgettysburg.com/

Gettysburg Borough Council Work Session – 04/28/2025

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Borough of Gettysburg
Council Work Session Meeting Agenda
Monday, April 28, 2025 – 7:00 PM

I. Call to Order President Moon

II. Welcome and Opening Remarks President Moon
III. Announcements President Moon
An executive session of the Borough Council was conducted immediately following
the adjournment of the April 14, 2025 Borough Council General Business Meeting,
consistent with section 708(a)(1) and section 708(a)(5) of the Sunshine Act.
The public is invited to participate in the second public forum to discuss design
concepts for the Gettysburg Gateway Connectivity Project. That public forum will be
convened at 6:30 PM in Council Chambers at the Gettysburg Borough Municipal
Building (59 East High Street, Gettysburg, PA 17325).
IV. Special Presentation
None.

V. Public Comment (Restricted to items appearing on the agenda – not tabled items)
VI. Current and Old Business
(1) PBS 2016-12 Sidewalk Ordinance Revisions Harbaugh / Gable
d. Shade Tree Ordinance / Procedures
(2) PBS 2020-08 Code Enforcement Ticketing Whitmore

(31) Chapter 15 Parking Amendments – Fissel / Gable
 Process and Authorization for Ticket Dismissal / Voids
VII. New Business
(31) Chapter 15 Parking Amendments – Fissel / Gable
 RPP on Hillcrest Avenue
 Parking Meter Removal at 304 Baltimore Street
 Meter Enforcement Hours on York Street
VIII. Public Comment (Open to items currently tabled or not listed on the agenda)
IX. Adjournment

Community Donates Over $1 Million During Match Madness

Carlisle, PA – This past March marked the Partnership for Better Health’s tenth annual Match Madness fundraising campaign. Donations from community members to 55 participating nonprofits have been matched up to $150,000 by the Partnership for Better Health, with support from WellSpan Health and The M&T Charitable Foundation.

“We are honored to support our local nonprofits through the Match Madness program,” says Carol Thornton, Executive Director of the Partnership for Better Health. “Many of our local nonprofits are seeing unprecedented need in services and resources. This was a phenomenal campaign. We are grateful to the generous donors who are supporting our community in this time of need.”

In total, community donors gave $1,024,053 to local nonprofits through Match Madness.

With the $150,000 in matching funds, this campaign represents more than $1.1 million to support our community, with a grand total of $1,174,053!

Participating nonprofits are working to give everyone a fair chance at good health. Whether it’s safer housing, healthier food, or stronger community support, each plays a role in shaping a person’s well-being; otherwise known as addressing the Social Determinants of Health.

While the Partnership received almost 200 fewer donations than last year, the average size of the donations increased by $50.

“March is an exciting time for our organization! Unlike other local giving programs, our program runs for the full month,” shares Antonia Price, Director of Communications and Development for the Partnership. “We have an incredibly generous community, that supports the crucial services our local nonprofits provide.”

Top Fundraisers for the 2025 campaign include Project SHARE of Carlisle, Community CARES, Safe Harbour, Bosler Memorial Library, and first-time participant CWS Harrisburg. Each of these participants raised over $50,000 in flexible funding to help carry out their missions of addressing the social determinants of health within our communities.

Other first-time participants included Adams County Children’s Advocacy Center, Branch Creek Place Senior Center, Carlisle Area Religious Council, Carlisle Community Coalition, Circle of Love Community Outreach Program, Latino Hispanic American Community Center, and Newport PA Farmers Market.

Not counting the top five fundraisers, organizations raised an average of $12,185 through community donations; this is $3,6000 more than the average raised by each organization last year.

Nonprofit organizations that received a grant from the Partnership for Better Health within the past two fiscal years were invited to participate in the 2025 Match Madness campaign. Participating organizations have a focus on the Social Determinants of Health, annual operating budgets of less than $3 million, and are raising funds to benefit our local community.

Since inception, the Partnership for Better Health’s annual initiative has raised over $6.1 million for local nonprofits, who provide essential services and resources to residents in Perry County, parts of Adams and Cumberland Counties, and the Shippensburg Area. Learn more: https://forbetterhealthpa.org/.

 

2025 Match Madness Organizations

Adams County Arts Council

Adams County Children’s Advocacy Center

Amethyst Foundation

Bethany House of Cumberland County

Big Brothers Big Sisters of South-Central PA

Big Spring Senior Center

Blue Mountain Escape

Bosler Memorial Library

Boys & Girls Club of Chambersburg and Shippensburg

Branch Creek Place Senior Center & More

Carlisle Area Religious Council

Carlisle Arts Learning Center (CALC)

Carlisle Community Coalition (Carlisle Summer League)

Carlisle Kiwanis Club Foundation

Carlisle Tool Library

Carlisle Victory Circle

Central Pennsylvania Conservancy

Central Perry Community Senior Citizens Center

Charles Bruce Foundation

Christ Among Neighbors (CAN)

Circle of Love Community Outreach Program

Civic Club of Shippensburg

Community CARES

CONTACT Helpline

Cumberland Valley Rails-to-Trails Council

CWS Harrisburg

Domestic Violence Services of Cumberland and Perry Counties

Drew Michael Taylor Foundation

Employment Skills Center

Friends of Spring Township

Hope Station

In Him Christian Wellness

Join Hands Ministry

Landisburg EMS

Latino Hispanic American Community Center

Launch Pad

LEAF Project

Maranatha-Carlisle

Millerstown Senior Citizens Center

Newport PA Farmers Market

PCLC (Perry County Literacy Council)

Perry County Council of the Arts

Perry Housing Partnership

Perry Human Services

Project SHARE

Reins of Rhythm Riding & Horsemanship

Safe Harbour

Shippensburg Area Emergency Medical Services

Shippensburg Community Resource Coalition

Shippensburg Produce and Outreach (SPO)

SPY (Supportive Partnerships for Youth)

The Peyton Walker Foundation

The Salvation Army

Tomorrow’s Neighbors

YWCA Carlisle and Cumberland County

 

Borough of Hanover Public Administration Facility Grand Opening – 04/23/2025

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The Borough of Hanover held a grand opening for its new Public Administration Facility located at 33 Frederick Street, Hanover. This was held on Wednesday, April 23rd at 5pm.

Special guests included York County President Commissioner Julie Wheeler, York County Vice President Commissioner Scott Burford, York County Commissioner Doug Hoke, PA State Representative Kate Klunk, PA State Senator Kristin Phillips-Hill, members of the Hanover Borough Council, Hanover Mayor SueAnn Whitman, Borough Manager Margie Lewis, and leadership staff. 

The Borough of Hanover held a grand opening for its new Public Administration Facility located at 33 Frederick Street, Hanover on Wednesday, April 23rd. Special guests speakers included York County President Commissioner Julie Wheeler, York County Vice President Commissioner Scott Burford, York County Commissioner Doug Hoke, PA State Representative Kate Klunk, PA State Senator Kristin Phillips-Hill, members of the Hanover Borough Council, Hanover Mayor SueAnn Whitman, Borough Manager Margie Lewis, and leadership staff. Congratulations for the Borough of Hanover for this wonderful grand opening for their amazing new facility!

Parts of the project benefited from generous partners including:

  • UTZ Brands, Inc. sponsored the Administrative Area, providing a welcoming and secure entry space.
  • CommunityAid funded the new Community Kitchen, supporting future programming and events.
  • Brightspeed donated two digital kiosks for public information sharing.

A special highlight of the project is a public art mural designed by Moriah Tyler, Executive Director of Main Street Hanover. Installed in the building’s main lobby, the mural is a vibrant collage of Hanover’s history, culture, and community landmarks. Tyler collaborated with Borough leadership to ensure the piece captures the spirit and identity of Hanover.

“Bringing this mural to life has been an incredible experience,” said Tyler. “It’s an honor to create a piece that celebrates Hanover’s history and energy, and I hope it will serve as a source of pride and inspiration for residents and visitors alike.”

 The mural, digitally hand-drawn and printed on 3M vinyl, is not only a striking visual centerpiece—it also symbolizes the Borough’s commitment to community collaboration and placemaking through the arts.

 

Gettysburg Gateway Connectivity Project – Public Engagement Meeting #1 – 4/23/2025

Welcome & Introductions Charles Gable
Project Background Chad Clabaugh
6:45 Phase 2B: Gateway Jill Sellers
Small Group Discussion Table Moderator
7:00 Phase 1: Baltimore Street Center Jill Sellers
Small Group Discussion Table Moderator
7:15 Phase 2A: Lincoln Square Jill Sellers
Small Group Discussion Table Moderator
8:00 Large Group Discussion Jill Sellers
8:30 Closing Remarks/Next Steps Charles Gable

Hanover Borough Council Meeting – 4/23/2025


HANOVER BOROUGH COUNCIL MEETING
Hanover Borough Council meetings shall be held at 7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers, Administration Building, 33 Frederick Street, Hanover, Pennsylvania. Enter through the Side Alley Door and upstairs to the left. Citizens requiring special accommodations to attend should in person contact the Borough Secretary at 717-637-3877 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting.

1.  Call to Order

1.01     Call Meeting to Order: 7:00 PM

1.02      Pledge of Allegiance

1.03     Moment of Silence

1.04     Roll Call

2.  Acknowledgement of Executive Session, if any

3.  Public Comment

3.01      Hear Citizens: concerning items presented in the Council Agenda

4.    Oath of Office – Mayor Whitman

4.01      Alan Redding, Code Enforcement Officer

5.  H
Consent Agenda

5.01      Approval of Minutes:
a.   Council Minutes of March 26, 2025

5.02     Finance Reports:
a.    Approve Bills for Payment
b.     Accept Monthly Financial Statement
c.     Accept Report of Monthly investments

5.03      Approve Appointments to Civil Service Commission
a. Ray Nehmeth, Jr. for a term from July 1, 2025 to December 31, 2030
b.  Shawn Klunk, Alternate from July 1, 2025 to December 31, 2030

5.04      Approve Resolution No. 1436 for Special Events allowing Alcohol Use and Sales at Moul Field:
a.   Hanover Chili Cookoff, August 31, 2025
b.   Snack Town Fall Fest, September 20, 2025
c.   Pride Fest, October 11, 2025

5.05     Approve Renewal of Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with UPMC Benefit Management Services

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5. Consent Agenda, continued

5.06     Water Main Extension Bond for High Pointe. LLC Phase 5-4
a.   Approve Bond Reduction to $25,000

5.07     Approve Downtown Christmas Events for Saturday, November 29, 2025 11:00 AM to 7:00PM
i.      Quadrant Closures (3) and closure of York Street, Center Square to Broadway
ii.     Christmas Parade
iii.   Santa Cabin Hours
iv.   Tree Placement and Lighting
v.     Free Downtown Parking Fridays and Saturdays, 11/28/25 to 12/27/25

5.08     Janitorial Cleaning Contract for 33 Frederick Street
a.   Approve bid advertisement

5.09     44 Frederick Street Public Safety Facility Project
a.   Approve continuation of Change Order Policy

5.10       Proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendment
a. Authorize Borough Solicitor and the Department of Planning and Engineering to proceed with scheduling of legal advertisement and public hearings

5.11       Approve Resolution No. 1435 for Preliminary/Final Land Development Plan Conditional Approval
a.   Shoe Orthodontics, 1191 Eichelberger Street – Approve Resolution 1435 for Preliminary/ Final Land Development Plan Approval (for building addition), including associated SALDO Modification Requests.

5.12       Fire Civil Service Rules and Regulations
a.   Adopt Amendments, as authorized by Civil Service Commission Resolution dated April 7, 2025

6.  N
Department of Water Resources – Mr. Reichert

6.01     Approve Resolution No. 1437 for Submission of PA Small Water & Sewer Program Grant Application
a.   Pump and Equipment Modernization Project

7.  Finance, Personnel and Administration – Mr. Kress

7.01     Ratify Change Orders for 33 Frederick Street Public Administration Project
a.   Change Order No. 045: $891.00 for additional solid surface counter in the Community Kitchen

7.02     Approve Certificate of Substantial Completion for 33 Frederick Street

8.  Additional Public Comment

8.01     Hear Citizens concerning all other items relating to Hanover Borough Council

9.  O
Announcements, if any

V
Adjournment

Gettysburg Planning Commission Meeting – 04/21/2025

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GETTYSBURG PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING AGENDA
Monday, April 21, 2025 at 7:00pm | Borough Council Chambers

1. Convene Meeting

2. Review and Approve Agenda
3. Review and Approval of Meeting Minutes
A. February 18, 2025, Meeting Minutes – Revised
B. March 17, 2025, Meeting Minutes
4. Public Comment Restricted to Items on the Planning Commission Meeting Agenda
5. Tabled Old Business – NONE
6. New Business
A. SLD-240003 / Gettysburg Station / 108 N. Stratton Street
Review of application for acceptance for a Preliminary Subdivision and Land
Development Plan for property located at 108 N. Stratton Street, Parcels 16007-
0109-000, 16007-0125-000, and 16007-0125A-000.
B. Rezoning
1. Direction for Borough Council
2. Updated Districts
3. Updated Zoning Map
4. Resolution with recommendation to Borough Council
7. Announcements
A. The next Planning Commission meeting is scheduled for Monday, May 19, 2025, at
7:00 p.m.
8. Additional Comments from Planning Commission Members
9. Public Comment
10. Adjourn

Emergency preparedness event offered to Adams County businesses and organizations

Members of Adams County Regional EMS demonstrate first aid at the 2024 To The Rescue event.

Gettysburg, PA – First responders will share their expertise with Adams County business owners and employees at the second annual “To The Rescue Starts With You” emergency preparedness event May 1.

Destination Gettysburg will bring together officials from Gettysburg Borough police, fire, and parking departments; Adams Regional EMS, and National Park Service law enforcement at the Gettysburg Fire Department. Experts will demonstrate CPR, how to help a choking person, discuss must-have items for first aid kits, share crime prevention tactics, and more.

Local businesses and organizations are invited to attend the free, educational event that is designed to prepare members of the tourism industry for the upcoming peak travel season. The event will take place in the fire department’s social hall from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 35 N. Stratton St., Gettysburg.

This marks Destination Gettysburg’s second “To The Rescue” event. Sixty community members attended in 2024.

“The first responders last year provided such valuable information and gave practical advice on how to make workplaces safer for employees and visitors,” Destination Gettysburg Director of Partnership Amy Welsh said. “We’re looking forward to building upon last year’s success and spreading this knowledge further so we can create an even safer community.”

As of 2023, the tourism industry represented more than 5,000 jobs in Adams County, according to the annual report issued by Tourism Economics through the Pennsylvania Department of Community & Economic Development. In that same year, visitors spent more than $786 million. Adams County typically sees more than 3 million visitors annually.

Those wishing to attend are asked to RSVP by April 28 at bit.ly/ToTheRescue2025. There is no cost to participate. Light snacks and refreshments will be provided.

Bruce Hollabaugh 5k Memorial Run 2025


On Saturday April 13th, Hollabaugh Bros., Inc. held their 1st Annual Bruce Hollabaugh 5K Memorial Run. With over 250 runners coming out in support, this marked their 1st 5K Memorial Run a huge success. Congratulations to Hollabaugh Bros. for their success on this event, as well as celebrating 70 years on the Family Farm!
All Proceeds for this event went to the Bruce A. Hollabaugh Memorial Endowment Fund, which is a component fund of the Adams County Community Foundation.

To learn more about Hollabaugh Bros, you can visit their website at: hollabaughbros.com

Report: Visitor spending sets record in Adams County

photo courtesy of Destination Gettysburg

New data shows that travelers spent $786 million in 2023

Gettysburg, PA –A recently released report through the Pennsylvania Department of Community Development (DCED) showed that spending by out-of-town visitors to Adams County, Pa., set a record in 2023, the most recent year of data available.

The study conducted by Tourism Economics on behalf of DCED reported that visitors in 2023 spent $786 million in 2023 — an increase of $50 million over 2022 and surpassing pre-pandemic levels (2019) for the first time.

“We’re excited to see the continued growth of this vital industry in Adams County,” said Karl Pietrzak, President & CEO of Destination Gettysburg, the official destination marketing organization for Adams County, Pa. “As visitation increased coming out of the COVID pandemic in 2020 and 2021, the money spent by travelers in this community also grew, sustaining tourism as a top industry in the county.”

Of the $786 million spent by visitors in Adams County in 2023, $203 million was spent on recreation, $196.7 million on transportation, $166.1 million on dining, $128.3 million on retail, and $91.9 million on lodging, according to the report.

The data also showed that direct tax revenue — at the local, state and federal levels — reached $80.3 million, and that tourism directly impacted 5,067 jobs in Adams County in 2023. Wages paid to those employees topped $175 million.

Employment is the only economic figure in the DCED report that has not surpassed pre-COVID levels, as tourism-related businesses across Adams County still struggle to fill all positions. In 2019, employment supported by tourism reach 5,392.

“The pandemic was devastating in many ways, and it was undoubtedly going to take several years to see a full rebound,” Pietrzak said. “While we are excited that visitor spending and tax revenue bounced back strong, it may be another year or more until we see employment make a full recovery.”

Across the state, visitors spent $47.9 billion in 2023, according to the report. Pennsylvania’s tourism economy also supported 507,594 jobs and generated $4.8 billion in state and local taxes. Tourism Economics estimates that each household in Pennsylvania would need to be taxed an additional $903 to replace the visitor taxes received by state and local governments in 2023.

Adams County is part of the Dutch Country Roads region, a nine-county area in Southcentral Pennsylvania. Dutch Country Roads, according to 2023 data, generated the second highest total in visitor spending at $9.77 billion — behind only the “Philadelphia and the Countryside” region.

Learn more about the impact of tourism in Adams County and read the full DCED report by visiting Gettysburgtourismworks.com/impact-of-tourism.html.

 

Candidate Forum presented by Gettysburg Rising – 4/17/2025


Gettysburg Rising hosted a free candidate forum on April 17th, 2025 at the Gettysburg YMCA so that voters can make informed choices in the May 20, 2025 Primary Election.

Hanover Borough Finance & Personnel / Council Workshop – 04/16/2025

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Wednesday, April 16, 2025 7:00 PM
HANOVER BOROUGH FINANCE AND PERSONNEL COMMITTEE MEETING

Committee meetings of Hanover Borough Finance and Personnel shall be held at 7:00 p.m. in Council
Chambers, Administration Building, 44 Frederick Street, Hanover, Pennsylvania.

1. Call to Order
1.01 Call Meeting to Order: 7:00 PM
2. Public Comment
2.01 Hear Citizens concerning items presented in the Borough Finance and Personnel Agenda
3. Acknowledgement of Executive Session, if any

4. Interviews
4.01 Interview Citizens Who Have Submitted Interest Forms for Civil Service Commission:

a. Raymond Nemeth, Jr.
b. Shawn Klunk
c. John L. Sites, Jr.

4.02 Recommend the Following Appointments to the Civil Service Commission for Council Approval:

a. Term July 1, 2025 to December 31, 2030:
b. Alternate Term July 1, 2025 to December 31, 2030:

5. Presentation/Discussion: Finance Director Shelton
5.01 Bridge Bank Financing for Public Safety Building
a. Planning Steps and Timeline

5.02 Debt Refinancing for 2020 (A.C,D) Bond Debt that are callable in 2025

a. Planning Steps and Timeline

6. Consent Agenda
6.01 Minutes: Approval of Minutes of March 19, 2025
6.02 Finance Reports:

a. Approve Bills for Payment
b. Accept Monthly Financial Statement
c. Accept Report of Monthly investments

6.03 Approve Resolution for Special Events allowing Alcohol Use and Sales at Moul Field:

a. Hanover Chili Cookoff, August 31, 2025
b. Fall Fest, September 20, 2025
c. Pride Fest, October 11, 2025

6.04 Approve Renewal of Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with UPMC Benefit Management Services
6.05 Water Main Extension Bond for Highpointe. LLC Phase 5-4
a. Approve Bond Reduction to $25,000

6.06 Approve Downtown Christmas Events for Saturday, November 29, 2025 11:00 AM to 7:00PM
i. Quadrant Closures (3) and closure of York Street, Center Square to Broadway
ii. Christmas Parade
iii. Santa Cabin Hours
iv. Tree Placement and Lighting
v. Free Downtown Parking Fridays and Saturdays, 11/28/25 to 12/27/25

6.07 Independent Contractor Agreement for Electrical Consulting
a. Approve contract for services not to exceed 2-year term

6.08 Janitorial Cleaning Contract for 33 Frederick Street

a. Approve bid advertisement
6.09 44 Frederick Street Public Safety Facility Project
a. Approve continuation of Change Order Policy

7. Department of Water Resources
7.01 Approve Resolution for Submission of PA Small Water & Sewer Program Grant Application

a. Pump and Equipment Modernization Project

7.02 Earthcare Solutions. LLC:

a. Authorize Council President’s signature of the Form E-GP for the Stormwater Authority to move
forward with necessary permitting for gasification project (Final Council approval)

8. Planning Commission
8.01 Proposed Zoning Ordinance Amendment

a. Authorize Borough Solicitor and the Department of Planning and Engineering to proceed
with scheduling of legal advertisement and public hearings

8.02 Approve Resolution for Preliminary/Final Land Development Plan Conditional Approval

a. Shoe Orthodontics, 1191 Eichelberger Street – Approve Resolution for Preliminary / Final
Land Development Plan Approval (for building addition), including associated SALDO Modification
Requests.

9. Finance, Personnel and Administration
9.01 Ratify Change Orders for 33 Frederick Street Public Administration Project

a. Change Order No. 045: $891.00 for additional solid surface counter in the Community Kitchen

9. Finance, Personnel and Administration
9.02 Approve Certificate of Substantial Completion for 33 Frederick Street
9.03 Fire Civil Service Rules and Regulations

a. Adopt Amendments, as authorized by Civil Service Commission Resolution dated April 7, 2025

10. Reports of Council Members, Council Committees and Other Public Bodies
11. Management Reports
12. Correspondence and Information
13. Additional Public Comment
13.01 Hear Citizens concerning all other items relating to the Finance and Personnel Committee
14. Announcements. if any
14.01 Ribbon Cutting: 33 Frederick Street, April 23, 2025 5:00 PM
15. Adjournment

Gettysburg Borough Council Meeting – 04/14/2025

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Borough of Gettysburg
Council Business Meeting Agenda
Monday, April 14, 2025 – 7:00 PM

I. Council – Call to Order
II. Moment of Silence and Pledge of Allegiance
III. Welcome and Opening Remarks
IV. Announcements
An executive session was conducted by the Borough Council of the Borough of
Gettysburg immediately following the adjournment of its monthly general business
meeting held on March 10, 2025 consistent with section 708(a)(1) and section 708(a)(5)
of the Sunshine Act.
An executive session will be conducted by the Borough Council immediately following
the adjournment of this evening’s monthly general business meeting consistent with
section 708(a)(1) and section 708(a)(5) of the Sunshine Act for the following purposes:
(1) to provide information and to discuss matters involving the employment, the terms
and conditions of employment, and the evaluation and discussion of performance of
current Borough employees; and (2) to review and discuss matters of Borough
business which, if conducted in public, could lead to the disclosure of information or
matters of confidentiality protected by law.
The public is invited to participate in two public forums to discuss
design concepts for the Gettysburg Gateway Connectivity Project.
Both public forums are set to begin at 6:30 PM in Council Chambers
at the Gettysburg Borough Municipal Building (59 East High Street,
Gettysburg, PA 17325).
 Wednesday, April 23rd, 2025
 Wednesday, April 30th, 2025
V. Approval of Agenda and Minutes
A motion to approve the April 14, 2025 agenda as presented.
A motion to approve minutes of the Council Business Meeting of March 10, 2025,
Public Hearing Minutes and Council Work Session Minutes both held on March 24,
2025 as presented.
VI. Public Comment (Restricted to Items on the Agenda)
VII. Current and Old Business
A. Planning Department
1. Planning /Zoning/Code Enforcement
a. Departmental Report
b. Motions Needing Council Action

A motion to adopt Resolution # 041425-1 approving, as the receiving municipality,
the request of Gateway Mini Mart U.S.A., Inc., for an intended intermunicipal
transfer of a restaurant liquor license (License No. R-21262; LID No. 129742) from
previously approved licensed premises located at 985 Baltimore Pike, Gettysburg in
Cumberland Township to the proposed licensed premises located within the Borough
of Gettysburg at 517 Baltimore Street.
2. Historic & Environmental Preservation
a. Departmental Report
b. Motions Needing Council Action
A motion to accept the recommendation of the Borough of Gettysburg Historic
Architectural Review Board (HARB) following its review during a meeting held on
March 19, 2025 and to approve the grant of a Certificate of Appropriateness for the
following application as presented: COA-250011 MAJOR PROJECT: 615 York Street –
Schmuck Lumber Company Inc. for the installation of a stand-alone greenhouse as
presented in the application scope dated February 25, 2025. This action is taken in
consideration of the review of factors and criteria, and the findings made thereon, by
HARB, as set forth in its March 19, 2025 meeting minutes, and the same are hereby
adopted by the Borough Council.
B. Parking Department
1. Departmental Report
A motion to authorize the development of a ninety (90) day pilot program, pursuant
to section 15-105 of the Code of Ordinances of the Borough of Gettysburg, with
proposed experimental parking regulations, provisions, pricing, and use of the
Gettysburg Borough Parking Garage for the competitive marketing of conferences
by Borough hotels and related businesses during normally low tourism time periods
from December 15, 2025 through March 15, 2026.
C. Public Works Department
1. Departmental Report
2. Motions Needing Council Action
A motion to award a contract to _________________________as the lowest qualified
responsible and responsive bidder for the rental of heavy construction vehicles and
equipment as set forth in the Borough’s specifications and instructions to bidders.
D. Borough Engineer
1. Engineer Report
2. Motions Needing Council Action

A motion to approve Application for Payment #6 to York Excavating Company, in
the amount of $217,901.29 for the North Washington Street Water and Storm Project,
which corrects and overrides the motion made in March 2025 for the same
Application for Payment #6 but at that time in an incorrect amount, as recommended
by the Borough Engineer.
A motion to approve Change Order #5 of the contract with York Excavating
Company, in the amount of $59,240.43 for the North Washington Street Water and
Storm Project, as recommended by the Borough Engineer.
A motion to approve Application for Payment #7 final to York Excavating Company,
in the amount of $250,639.33 for the North Washington Street Water and Storm
Project, as recommended by the Borough Engineer.
E. Police Department
1. Departmental Report
2. Motions Needing Council Action
F. Office of the Manager/Treasurer
1. Borough Secretary’s Report
2. Borough Manager’s Report
3. Motions Needing Council Action
A motion to approve all bills and payrolls for the month as presented.
A motion to authorize a COLA increase for retired police pensioner Craig Staley, to
be paid from the Police Pension Plan effective March 1, 2025.
A motion to authorize the finalization and the execution of a Memorandum of
Understanding with the property owner, Gettysburg Hotel Investors, for the
installation of surveillance cameras at locations on the exterior of the Gettysburg
Hotel building for use in certain areas of Lincoln Square in order to provide enhanced
safety and security for Borough residents, visitors and businesses located within the
downtown area of the Borough. J. Matthew Moon, President of Borough Council, and
Sara L. Stull, Borough Secretary, are hereby authorized to sign, attest, execute and
deliver the MOU on behalf of the Borough of Gettysburg.
A motion to authorize the finalization and the execution of a Memorandum of
Understanding with the property owner, Twin Bridges Farm, LLC, for the
installation of surveillance cameras at locations on the exterior of the former Adams
County National Bank building for use in certain areas of Lincoln Square in order to
provide enhanced safety and security for Borough residents, visitors and businesses
located within the downtown area of the Borough. J. Matthew Moon, President of
Borough Council, and Sara L. Stull, Borough Secretary, are hereby authorized to
sign, attest, execute and deliver the MOU on behalf of the Borough of Gettysburg.
A motion to authorize and ratify the option invoked by the Borough in order to renew
and extend its contract with Waste Management, Inc. for the performance of the
provision of services for the collection and disposal of municipal solid waste and the
collection of recyclables in the Borough of Gettysburg. The renewal and extension
shall be for an additional one (1) year term, with no change in the prices or fees
charged by Waste Management, Inc. for the provision of such collection and disposal
services, and said additional term shall extend through March 31, 2026.
A motion to adopt resolution #041425-2 appointing Taurean Moses as a member of
the Gettysburg Borough Local Human Relations Commission for a five (5) year term
of office expiring in April 2030.
VIII. Reports
A. Liaison Reports
1. MSG Jill Sellers
Main Street Gettysburg
2. GARA Chad-Alan Carr
Gettysburg Area Recreation Authority
3. GMA Christopher Berger
Gettysburg Municipal Authority
4. SAHGB Judith Butterfield
Steinwehr Avenue Heart of Gettysburg Battlefield
5. ACBA Mayor Frealing
Adams County Boroughs Association
6. ACCOG Judith Butterfield
Adams County Council of Governments
7. HABPI Patricia Lawson
Health Adams Bicycle Pedestrian, Inc.
8. ACTPO Judith Butterfield
Adams County Transportation Planning Organization
9. Trail Feasibility Study Christopher Berger
B. Other Reports
1. Recycling Report Judith Butterfield
2. Gettysburg Fire Department Report
3. Adams County EMS Report
IX. Elected Official’s Comments
A. Mayor Rita Frealing
B. Peter Bales
C. Alisha Sanders
D. Chris Berger
E. Patricia Lawson
F. Chad-Alan Carr
G. Vice President Judith Butterfield
H. President Matthew Moon
X. Public Comment
XI. Adjournment
XII. Executive Session

Gettysburg Storm Water Authority Meeting – 04/14/2025

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GETTYSBURG BOROUGH STORM WATER AUTHORITY
(GBSWA) BUSINESS MEETING

I. GBSWA – Call to Order
II. Welcome and Opening Remarks
III. Announcements
IV. Approval of Agenda, Minutes, and other Business
A motion to approve the agenda as presented.
A motion to approve all bills and payrolls as presented.
A motion to approve the February 10, 2025 meeting minutes.
V. Public Comment (Restricted to Items on the Agenda)
VI. Special Presentation
None.
VII. Current Business
A. Financial Updates

 Revenue vs. Expenses YTD (2025)
 Payments Received (2024 Billing)
 Liens Filed

VIII. Old Business
A. Construction Project Update
 GIL phase B2(B) – North Washington Street
 Rules, Rates and Regulations (RRRs) Amendments
 Stevens Run Channel Walls
o Prioritization
o Grant Funding Strategy
 Culps Run Stream Restoration
o Authorization for Land Studies Maintenance
A motion to authorize Land Studies to perform annual maintenance on the
Culps Run Stream Restoration Project, consistent with the Culps Run
Maintenance and Monitoring 2025 contract in the amount of $16,050.00.
IX. New Business
None.
X. Public Comment
XI. Adjournment

Carroll Valley Borough Council Meeting – 04/15/2025

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BOROUGH COUNCIL AGENDA
TUESDAY, APRIL 15, 2025 – 7:00 P.M.

Richard Mathews, Council President, presiding
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
REGULAR MEETING
1. Approval of Minutes: March 11, 2025, Regular Meeting
2. Open to the public
a. Citizens wishing to comment will be recognized in the Order of their listing on the Appearance Sheet
and are asked to stand up and give their name, address, and organization they represent (if applicable).
Impromptu comments are limited to five minutes per individual.
b. Chief Bill Jacobs, Fairfield Community Fire Company
3. Ordinances and Resolutions
a. Resolution #5-2025: Fee Schedule Amendment – For Approval
b. Resolution #6-2025:Application for PA Small Water and Sewer Program Grant
4. Mayor’s Report – R. Harris
a. Police Report
• Patrolman McIntyre – Change of Status
b. Around Town
c. Upcoming Events & Meetings of Interest
d. In Requiem
5. Fire/EMS/EMA Report
a. AREMS
b. Fairfield Fire Company
c. Fountaindale Fire Company
6. Committee Reports
a. Appointments
b. Parks & Recreation Committee
c. Public Sewer Advisory Committee
• Naming of the Wastewater Treatment Plant
d. Nature Trail Ad Hoc Committee
e. New Park Ad Hoc Committee
7. Administrative Business – Borough Manager
a. Treasurer’s Report – March 2025
b. 2025 Materials Bid – For Award
c. 2025 Surplus Inventory Sale – For Advertisement
d. 2025 Repository Sale – For Approval
e. Mountain View Realty Request
8. Unfinished Business
a. Grant Funding Updates
b. Carroll Valley Wastewater Treatment Facility Project Update
c. Sale of Borough Lots
9. New Business
10. Open to the public
a. Citizens wishing to comment will be asked to stand up and give their name, address, and organization
they represent (if applicable). Impromptu comments are limited to five minutes per individual.
11. Adjournment

McSherrystown Borough Council Meeting – 04/09/2025

McSherrystown Borough Council General Meeting Agenda
Wednesday April 9, 2025 at 6:30pm

1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Invocation
4. Attendance Roll Call
5. Approval of March 12, 2025 Meeting Minutes
6. SEK – 2024 Audit Presentation
7. Announcements/Communications
a. Mayor/Police Report
8. Public Comment Period
9. New Business
a. Approval of hiring part-time public works employee
b. Approval to promote Public Works Supervisor
c. Approval of the Expenditures
10. Call for motion to Adjourn

Announcement of Next Public Meeting:
The next public meeting of the McSherrystown Borough Council is currently scheduled for
Wednesday April 23 at 6:30pm in the Borough Council Chambers.

Eisenhower National Historic Site to Commemorate 80th Anniversary of VE Day with Special Tours of Gettysburg National Cemetery

Gettysburg, PA—On May 8-10, Eisenhower National Historic Site will offer special ranger-guided tours of WWII burial sites in Gettysburg National Cemetery to commemorate the 80th anniversary of VE Day and the end of WWII in Europe. Each program will begin at 5:30 pm at the Taneytown Rd. entrance to the cemetery.  

Eighty years ago, Victory in Europe (VE) Day—May 8, 1945—marked the end of the war in Europe. After years of fighting in North Africa, Sicily, Italy, and Western Europe, General Dwight D. Eisenhower and the Allied forces under his command had finally achieved victory over Nazi Germany. That victory came at an immense cost, one seen in burial grounds around the world, including Gettysburg National Cemetery.  

These walking tours will visit gravesites of soldiers, sailors, and airmen who died in the European Theater and were brought back to Gettysburg for final burial after the war. From North Africa to Italy, to the skies above Europe, and the final campaigns from France to Germany, each evening’s program will tell a crucial chapter of the story of how Victory in Europe was won eighty years ago.  

May 8—Chapter 1: North Africa to D-Day–From Operation Torch in 1942 to the preparation for D-Day in 1944, follow the War in Europe through the stories of those who fought and died from 1942 to early 1944.  

May 9—Chapter 2: The Air War in Europe–From air bases in England to the skies above Germany, hear the stories of those who engaged in aerial combat 80 years ago during WWII. 

May 10—Chapter 3: D-Day to VE Day–From the beaches of Normandy to the final surrender of Germany, visit the graves of those who fought and died in the final months of the war in Europe.   

Each program is free of charge and will last for approximately one-hour. More information can be found at www.nps.gov/eise.  

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Hanover Borough Stormwater Authority Meeting – 04/08/2025

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Tuesday April 8, 2025
STORMWATER AUTHORITY MEETING
Meetings of the Hanover Borough Stormwater Authority shall be held at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers,
Administration Building, 44 Frederick Street, Hanover, Pennsylvania.

1. Call to Order
1.01 Call Meeting to Order: 6:00 PM
1.02 Approval of Minutes: March 13, 2025
2. Public Comment
2.01 Hear Citizens concerning items presented in the Stormwater Authority Agenda
3. Regular Agenda
3.01 Gasification Project Presentation & Questions
4. Public Comment
4.01 Hear Citizens concerning all other matters pertaining to Stormwater Authority Business

5. Announcements, if any
6. Adjournment

Gettysburg Foundation Donates $472,376 to Gettysburg National Military Park

Jackie Spainhour, President & CEO of the Gettysburg Foundation, presents check to Kristina (Kris) Heister superintendent of the Gettysburg National Military Park and Eisenhower National Historic Site

Gettysburg, PA – The Gettysburg Foundation has donated $472,376 to Gettysburg National Military Park to support preservation, education and visitor engagement projects. The donation, generated from funds raised through Museum & Visitor Center operations for the fiscal year ending Sept. 30, 2024, underscores the Foundation’s ongoing commitment to enhancing the visitor experience and supporting the National Park Service’s mission at Gettysburg.

“The Gettysburg Foundation believes in the essential role that the National Park Service (NPS) plays in preserving and sharing the history of Gettysburg. We deeply value the dedication of NPS staff and remain committed to supporting their work,” said Jackie Spainhour, president and CEO of the Gettysburg Foundation. “Since 2008, the Foundation has proudly partnered with the NPS, providing support in a number of ways, including this annual financial donation. Our programs, tours and educational experiences continue at the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center, the George Spangler Farm & Field Hospital and the Children of Gettysburg 1863® museum—all of which remain fully open. We invite visitors to explore these historic places, connect with their powerful stories, and be part of Gettysburg’s enduring legacy.”

Gettysburg Foundation’s Impact in 2024

Through its partnership with the National Park Service, the Gettysburg Foundation continues to make a significant impact on preservation, education and the local economy:

  • Welcomed 440,000 visitors to the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center, reinforcing Gettysburg’s importance as a historical and educational destination.
  • Conducted more than 40 Higher Ground Leadership programs, inspiring approximately 800 participants with the leadership lessons of Gettysburg.
  • Led over 8,300 battlefield tours by Licensed Battlefield Guides, connecting visitors to the rich history of Gettysburg.
  • Inspired the service of 110 volunteers who contributed more than 11,100 hours to enhance visitor experiences and support key programs.
  • Children of Gettysburg 1863®, the Foundation’s interactive history museum for kids, was named one of the country’s top ten children’s museums by USA Today’s 10 Best Readers’ Choice travel awards.

The Gettysburg Foundation operates the Gettysburg National Military Park Museum & Visitor Center in partnership with the National Park Service. Since opening its doors in 2008, the Museum & Visitor Center has welcomed more than 15 million visitors from around the globe.

Proceeds from tickets and other Museum & Visitor Center purchases benefit Gettysburg National Military Park and Eisenhower National Historic Site.

Destination Gettysburg Annual Meeting 2025

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Destination Gettysburg held their annual meeting on March 31st, 2025.

In this event they go over everything they accomplished in 2024, and what they hope to accomplish in 2025.

Also during this event, Destination Gettysburg awarded the Jim Getty Spirit of Gettysburg Award to Wendy Allen!

FourCorners Comics & Games Celebrates Grand Opening in Downtown Hanover with Ribbon Cutting and Free Comic Book Day Festivities

Photo by Main Street Hanover

Hanover, PA – FourCorners Comics & Games is thrilled to announce its official Grand Opening and Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Saturday, May 3, 2025, at 10:00 AM at 34 Frederick Street, Hanover, PA 17331. This exciting event coincides with Free Comic Book Day, making it a can’t-miss celebration for comic book enthusiasts, gamers, and families alike.

What is Free Comic Book Day?

Held annually on the first Saturday of May, FCBD is a worldwide celebration where comic bookstores distribute comic books absolutely free! Featuring an incredible selection of titles from top publishers like Marvel, DC, and Image, it’s a day designed to prove that there’s a comic book for everyone.

Event Highlights:

  • Free Comics for All Ages!
  • Events All Day:Pokémon, Magic: The Gathering, and Dungeons & Dragons sessions.
  • Art Auction:More info to come!
  • Raffles & Giveaways:Fantastic prizes await!

Special Guest Artists: Steve Ellis & Mike Hawthorne

  • Steve Ellisis a celebrated artist and writer, known for The Only Living BoyThe Only Living GirlMagic: The Gathering, and more. He is also the founder of Monster Art School, where he inspires aspiring creatives.
  • Mike Hawthorneis a renowned comic book artist famous for his work on Batman, Deadpool, Spider-Man, and Superior Spider-Man. He is also the author and artist behind the compelling graphic novel autobiography, Happiness Will Follow.

Art Commissions: Both Steve Ellis and Mike Hawthorne will be taking art commissions for the event. Contact FourCorners before the event to request your exclusive, custom pieces created by these exceptional artists.

FourCorners Comics & Games is a specialty retail shop and event space that caters to lovers of new and vintage comics, trading card games, tabletop and board games, kids’ books, and collectibles. With nearly 10 years as a beloved community hub at our Gettysburg location, we’re excited to bring the same passion and fun to Hanover!

The ribbon-cutting ceremony will mark the official launch of FourCorners Comics & Games in downtown Hanover, with special guests and community members in attendance.

“We are beyond excited to open our doors in Hanover and share our love of comics and games with the community,” said Arthur Sanchez along with fellow co-owner Holly Krichten of FourCorners Comics & Games. “We want this to be a space where everyone feels welcome—whether you’re discovering comics for the first time or you’ve been a collector for years.”

Main Street Hanover Executive Director Moriah Tyler shared her enthusiasm for the newest addition to downtown: “It’s exciting to see the continued expansion of entertainment offerings in our downtown. FourCorners Comics & Games brings a fresh and dynamic space that will engage residents and visitors alike, adding to the vibrancy of our district. We’re thrilled to welcome them to the Hanover community.”

Main Street Hanover invites the community to join in the celebration and support this exciting new business.

About FourCorners Comics & Games

FourCorners Comics & Games is a retail shop and event space dedicated to comics, trading card games, tabletop and board games, kids’ books, and collectibles. With a passion for fostering community engagement, the store offers a full schedule of events to support and grow these hobbies in Hanover and beyond.

Follow them on social media or visit their website: Fourcornerscomics.com

Local Government Candidate Forum – 04/03/2025


Gettysburg Rising hosted a free candidate forum on April 3rd, 2025 at the Gettysburg YMCA so that voters can make informed choices in the May 20, 2025 Primary Election.

Destination Gettysburg seeks community input, releases resident sentiment survey

Adams County residents encouraged to participate

Gettysburg, PA – Destination Gettysburg is seeking input from Adams County residents through a tourism sentiment survey to help guide the organization into the future.

The 11-question, multiple choice survey is designed to gauge residents’ perceptions of the tourism industry as well as the work of Destination Gettysburg, the official destination marketing organization of Adams County, PA. The anonymous survey should take less than three minutes to complete. The survey will be available online at DestinationGettysburg.com/survey now through May 31.

Those who take the survey and choose to provide their email address will be entered for a chance to win one of five $100 gift cards to local restaurants. Winners will be selected randomly and contacted via email.

While Destination Gettysburg’s marketing efforts often focus on attracting visitors to Adams County, its mission is to serve the community. The results of the survey are expected to provide valuable insight into how Destination Gettysburg can best serve the community.

“The Adams County community plays a vital role in the tourism industry, and we care about what they think,” President and CEO Karl Pietrzak said. “We hope this survey allows us to understand how we can best engage with the community and align our values with those of Adams County residents. We want local residents to enjoy the benefits of living in this historic place as much as our visitors do.”

While Destination Gettysburg has worked closely with community leaders and local businesses since its founding, this will mark the first time the organization has offered a county-wide resident sentiment survey. Residents are encouraged to take the survey and share it with other residents. Destination Gettysburg intends to issue survey again in 18 months for comparison purposes.

Destination Gettysburg, the official destination marketing organization of Adams County, Pa., promotes Gettysburg and Adams County as a premier travel destination to benefit and enhance our community by sharing history and creating new experiences.

Hanover Borough Council Meeting – 03/26/2025

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Wednesday, March 26, 2025
HANOVER BOROUGH COUNCIL MEETING
Committee meetings of Hanover Borough Council shall be held at 7:00 p.m. in Council Chambers, Administration
Building, 44 Frederick Street, Hanover, Pennsylvania.

1. Call to Order
1.01 Call Meeting to Order: 7:00 PM
1.02 Pledge of Allegiance
1.03 Moment of Silence
1.04 Roll Call
2. Acknowledgement of Executive Session, if any
3. Public Comment
3.01 Hear Citizens: concerning items presented in the Council Agenda
4. Consent Agenda
4.01 Approve Minutes: Council Meeting February 26, 2025
4.02 Finance Reports:
a. Approve Bills for Payment
b. Accept Monthly Financial Statement
c. Accept Report of Monthly Investments
4.03 Approve Appointments of Planning Commission Candidates
a. John Contestabile, to fulfill unexpired term until 12/31/2026
b. Anne Baker, to fulfill unexpired term until 12/31/2025
4.04 Approve Special Events:
a. Aldus Home Brew & Sauce Boss, April 26, 2025, SE Quadrant Closure
b. Hanover Chili Cookoff, August 31, 2025 Moul Field
c. Snack Town Fall Fest, September 20, 2025 Moul field
d. Hanover Pride 2025, October 11, 2025 Moul Field
4.05 Approve Resolution No. 1431 for Disposition of Records
4.06 Hay Harvesting Bid Results, Watershed Area (bid opening 3/19/25 9:00 AM):
a. Approve bid award to high bidder, Alwine Dairy, LLC, East Berlin, PA in the amount of $19,500
for 2 years, conditioned upon provision of all appropriate documentation and execution of agreements
4.07 Sewer Credits: One time only, for leaks that did not enter the sewer system and have since been repaired:
a. Approve sewer credit in the amount of $265.00 for Black Oak Holdings, LLC., 112 Locust Street
b. Approve sewer credit in the amount of $387.86 for William Bowman, 334 E Walnut Street
c. Approve sewer credit in the amount of $572.24 for Paul Hull, 136 Baltimore Street
4.08 Fireworks Contract:
a. Approve contract with Bixler Pyrotechnics for fireworks displays July 4, 2025, 2026 and 2027 in
the amount of $15,000 per year
4.09 Community Development Block Grant Funding
a. Approve Resolution No. 1434 for $300,000 grant funding for 2024, 2025 and 2026 for sidewalk
and curbing replacement on East Hanover Street between York Street and Baltimore Street
5. Department of Water Resources – Mr. Reichart

5.01 Earthcare Solutions, LLC:
a. Authorize Council President’s signature of the Form E-GP to move forward with necessary
permitting for the Stormwater Authority gasification project

6. Planning Commission – Mr. Hegberg
6.01 Preliminary/Final Subdivision Plan:
a. Approve Resolution No. 1432 for 141 East Hanover St. Preliminary/Final Subdivision Plan
7. Finance, Personnel and Administration – Mr. Kress
7.01 Ratify Building Construction Change Order Updates
a. Change Order #34: $2,772.00 for Replacement/Repair of Masonry Wall in Sprinkler Room
b. Change Order #37: $974.00 for installation of junction box in lobby
c. Change Order #40: ($6,060.00) credit for re-use of existing HVAC wiring harnesses
d. Change Order #42: $492.00 for additional “rack-to-runway” kit in IT room
e. Change Order #43: $1,792.00 for install of coax cable for 3 rooftop antennas
7.02 York County Uniform Construction Code Board of Appeals
a. Approve Resolution No. 1433 for adjustment of criteria for membership of the Board
8. Additional Public Comment
8.01 Hear Citizens: concerning all other items relating to Hanover Borough Council
9. Announcements
9.01 Reminder of Office Closure for Moving Dates: Thursday, April 10th, Friday, April 11th and Monday, April 14th
9.02 Community Media Coverage will not be available for the April 16th and April 23rd Council Meetings at
33 Frederick Street: Citizens wishing to comment will need to be physically present
9.03 Ribbon Cutting, 33 Frederick Street, Wednesday: Wednesday, April 23, 2025 5:00 PM
10. Adjournment