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SALT SHED PROJECT NOTICE: CANCELLATION & RFP WITHDRAWAL

PROJECT NOTICE: CANCELLATION & RFP WITHDRAWAL

Date: June 3, 2026

To: All Prospective Bidders and Interested Parties

Project: Salt Shed Construction Project

Urgent Notice: June 4th Pre-Bid Meeting Cancelled

Please be advised that the Pre-Bid Meeting originally scheduled for tomorrow, Thursday, June 4, 2026, has been cancelled.

The corresponding Request for Proposals (RFP) is being officially withdrawn effective immediately.

Reason for Withdrawal

The RFP is being pulled to allow for necessary revisions to the project specifications. The project will be reissued at a later date with an updated scope of work and a revised bidding timeline.

Note to Bidders: Any questions or formal inquiries previously submitted for the current RFP will be held on file, but vendors will need to review and respond to the new solicitation once it is formally published.

Next Steps

• Do not attend the scheduled pre-bid meeting tomorrow.
• Monitor our official website and the local newspaper for the upcoming reissue announcement.
• A new schedule for the pre-bid meeting and proposal submission deadlines will be provided when the revised RFP is released.

We appreciate your time, interest, and patience as we work to refine this project. For immediate questions regarding this cancellation, please contact the Borough Office directly.

Public Notice: Update on the Summer Playground Program
Date: June 2, 2026
Category: Community News / Public Notices
The Borough of Mercersburg wishes to provide residents with an official update regarding the status and future of the Summer Playground program.

At the March 9th Borough Council meeting, the Council voted to not move forward with the Summer Playground program for the 2026 season. This decision was reached after careful consideration of the challenges for the Borough to directly manage the program, particularly due to current staffing constraints and a demanding operations tempo.

We recognize that this program has a long history in our community and that this cancellation is disappointing to the families and children who look forward to it each year.

The Borough remains deeply committed to the youth of Mercersburg and recognizes the vital role that affordable, safe summer recreation plays for local families. To ensure the program has a path forward, the Borough Council voted at the May 11th meeting to hold all remaining program funds in a designated reserve until next year.

The explicit goal of reserving these funds is to transition the Summer Playground program into a sustainable, long-term model. The Borough is actively seeking an outside organization, non-profit, community group, or dedicated committee of individuals to take over the operational leadership and management of the program for the 2027 season and beyond.

By utilizing the preserved funding, a community partner would be able to restart the program under an independent organizational structure better suited for recreational programming.

How to Get Involved
If your organization is interested in learning more about taking over the Summer Playground program, or if you would like to be part of a working group to plan for next year, please contact the Borough Office.

Contact: Borough Manager’s Office

Phone: 717-328-3116

Email: boroughmanager@mercersburg.org

In-Person: Mercersburg Borough Hall, 113 South Main Street

We thank our residents for their patience, their historical support of this program, and their continued dedication to making Mercersburg a wonderful place for families to live and grow.

Are you looking for a meaningful way to give back to your community? Do you want a direct voice in the decisions that impact our local environment, health, and daily life?

The Borough of Mercersburg is currently seeking civic-minded residents to step forward and fill open volunteer seats on both the Mercersburg Water Authority and the Mercersburg Sewer Authority.

These authorities play a fundamental role in maintaining our local infrastructure, protecting our natural resources, and managing the vital systems that every home and business relies on. Serving on a board isn’t just about oversight—it’s about community involvement, collaboration, and ensuring a sustainable, healthy future for Mercersburg.

Why Your Voice Matters

• Direct Local Impact: Influence critical decisions regarding municipal infrastructure, sustainability projects, and resource management.
• Civic Partnership: Collaborate with fellow residents, neighbors, and Borough leadership to solve real-world problems.
• Community Legacy: Help steer long-term planning efforts that will protect and improve the quality of life in our historic town for generations to come.

Who Can Apply?

To qualify for a seat on either authority, applicants must be residents of Mercersburg Borough who are eager to commit their time, unique perspectives, and energy to municipal service. No specific background in engineering or utility management is required—just a willingness to learn, collaborate, and serve your community.

How to Get Involved

If you are ready to help shape the future of our Borough, we want to hear from you!

Please submit a brief letter of interest detailing your background and why you would like to serve. You can drop it off or mail it directly to the Borough Office:

Mercersburg Borough Office
113 South Main Street
Mercersburg, PA 17236

For more information about what these roles entail, meeting schedules, or the appointment process, please contact the Borough Office at 717-328-3116 or email Borough Manager Matt Moxley at boroughmanager@mercersburg.org.

The Borough of Mercersburg has scheduled a Joint Town Hall Meeting to be held on Saturday, June 13, 2026, at 9 AM. This meeting will be held at the MMP&W Activity Center on 20 Veterans Way, Mercersburg, Pennsylvania 17236. Residents are encouraged to attend this town hall-style meeting to ask questions and participate in discussions with Borough Council, the Water Authority, and the Sewer Authorities regarding matters affecting the community.