we just got the word that the council dropped the proposal to disband the recreation commission for good. thank you so much for sticking with this because we really kept the politics out of our sports programs. lets stay sharp just in case they try anything else down the road.
April 26, 2015
Final supporters
We , the undersigned, hereby petition the Township of Scotch Plains council to refrain from considering or voting favorably on a proposed ordinance that would disband the Township Recreation Commission.
As citizens of our township we are of the opinion that the commission has been charged with the responsibility of promoting and maintaining recreation programs and facilities and should continue to do so in the future. We also believe there is a great rush to action that is totally unwarranted. More research and discussion should occur before any action is considered. This rush to judgement suggests that there is a political motive, and we the undersigned wish to maintain the separation from politics for field usage for our children's youth sports activities. It's been working well since just after WW II, there is no problem to be fixed.
SO, please refrain from taking any action to the contrary so that the community can continue to benefit from the independent nature of the recreation commission that has worked so well for our kids.
Updates
February 16, 2015
just hit 250 signatures and im honestly blown away by how many of you care about keeping our rec commission independent. its really clear that we arent the only ones who think this rush to change things is a bad idea. lets keep this energy going so the council knows we are serious.
Reached 250 supporters
February 15, 2015
February 15, 2015
im honestly blown away by how fast this is moving. it just shows how much everyone cares about keeping our fields and programs away from local politics.
Reached 100 supporters
February 14, 2015
February 13, 2015
we are climbing toward 100 signatures and i want to hit that mark before we take this to the council. if you signed please reach out to someone else in town and make sure they know whats at stake for our sports programs.
141 Comments
The wonderful programs offered by the Recreation Department is something I routinely brag about when introducing new homebuyers to Scotch Plains! I'm so proud of this town & the sense of community, and all the town has to offer. Please don't disband the Recreation Commission!
As former member and chair of Rec Commission I know that Rec Comm structure works well for the benefit of the citizens and not the pleasure of the politicians in power at any particular time.if it isn't broke, don't fix it!
In December we were assured by the Town Council this was not even on their radar. Yet here we are. Leave the Rec Commission alone to keep doing the great job they have been doing.
All three of my children have been a part of these programs. It would be a shame for a town our size not to have a rec program. Travel sports are not for all children and this program allows children that may just play sports for fun the opportunity to do so without high costs.
My son and I were active participants in scotch plains rec basketball program for 6+ years...he as a player and myself as a volunteer coach. The program is fantastic and should be left intact. If it's not broken, don't fix it.
Recreation Departments are a very important part of a town and should never be taken away!
Do not abolish the SP recreation commission
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we just got the word that the council dropped the proposal to disband the recreation commission for good. thank you so much for sticking with this because we really kept the politics out of our sports programs. lets stay sharp just in case they try anything else down the road.
April 26, 2015
Final supporters
We , the undersigned, hereby petition the Township of Scotch Plains council to refrain from considering or voting favorably on a proposed ordinance that would disband the Township Recreation Commission.
As citizens of our township we are of the opinion that the commission has been charged with the responsibility of promoting and maintaining recreation programs and facilities and should continue to do so in the future. We also believe there is a great rush to action that is totally unwarranted. More research and discussion should occur before any action is considered. This rush to judgement suggests that there is a political motive, and we the undersigned wish to maintain the separation from politics for field usage for our children's youth sports activities. It's been working well since just after WW II, there is no problem to be fixed.
SO, please refrain from taking any action to the contrary so that the community can continue to benefit from the independent nature of the recreation commission that has worked so well for our kids.
Updates
February 16, 2015
just hit 250 signatures and im honestly blown away by how many of you care about keeping our rec commission independent. its really clear that we arent the only ones who think this rush to change things is a bad idea. lets keep this energy going so the council knows we are serious.
Reached 250 supporters
February 15, 2015
February 15, 2015
im honestly blown away by how fast this is moving. it just shows how much everyone cares about keeping our fields and programs away from local politics.
Reached 100 supporters
February 14, 2015
February 13, 2015
we are climbing toward 100 signatures and i want to hit that mark before we take this to the council. if you signed please reach out to someone else in town and make sure they know whats at stake for our sports programs.
141 Comments
Tough to understand what we gain. The move seems to strengthen a Union County politician who also serves as SP town manager; call me skeptical of consolidating political authority.
The wonderful programs offered by the Recreation Department is something I routinely brag about when introducing new homebuyers to Scotch Plains! I'm so proud of this town & the sense of community, and all the town has to offer. Please don't disband the Recreation Commission!
As former member and chair of Rec Commission I know that Rec Comm structure works well for the benefit of the citizens and not the pleasure of the politicians in power at any particular time.if it isn't broke, don't fix it!
In December we were assured by the Town Council this was not even on their radar. Yet here we are. Leave the Rec Commission alone to keep doing the great job they have been doing.
All three of my children have been a part of these programs. It would be a shame for a town our size not to have a rec program. Travel sports are not for all children and this program allows children that may just play sports for fun the opportunity to do so without high costs.
My son and I were active participants in scotch plains rec basketball program for 6+ years...he as a player and myself as a volunteer coach. The program is fantastic and should be left intact. If it's not broken, don't fix it.
Recreation Departments are a very important part of a town and should never be taken away!
Do not abolish the SP recreation commission
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Tough to understand what we gain. The move seems to strengthen a Union County politician who also serves as SP town manager; call me skeptical of consolidating political authority.