On this week's episode of We Are Montgomery Township, Township Manager Carolyn McCreary sits down with Community and Recreation Center Director Floyd Shaffer to discuss his background in the recreation field and how he came to run the bustling CRC we see today. Shaffer also helped rebuild the CRC attendance after the Covid-19 pandemic. From pickleball to the splash pad, get an inside look on what makes our CRC so special.

In this episode of We Are Montgomery Township, Township Manager Carolyn McCreary sits down with Director of Public Works Greg Reiff to discuss how the Public Works Department helps keep Montgomery Township safe, clean, and running smoothly.

Reiff explains the roles and responsibilities of the department's three divisions: Roads, Parks, and Facilities. He also addresses common misconceptions about the work these crews do every day. The conversation previews upcoming road, park, and infrastructure projects planned for the coming year and explores how the department adapts to unexpected challenges while keeping essential services on track.

Listeners also get a behind-the-scenes look at how the Township coordinates snow and ice removal to keep roads safe during winter weather.

In this episode of We Are Montgomery Township, Township Manager Carolyn McCreary sits down with Special Events and Facilities Coordinator Jenna Bertoti to discuss Montgomery Township's Memorial Day Weekend Kickoff: America 250 event! From new food and beer vendors to spectacular fireworks, Carolyn and Jenna detail how this celebration stands out from the rest.

What is our Memorial Day Weekend Kickoff: America 250 Event? We're glad you asked!

Montgomery Township is proud to celebrate America 250, the nationwide commemoration of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence in 1776. That’s why this year our Stars, Stripes, and Remembrance Event is being renamed Memorial Day Weekend Kickoff: America 250. So, bring a blanket, bring your family, and join us as we kick off Memorial Day Weekend while celebrating 250 years of American independence right here in Montgomery Township!

Key Details

Date: Friday, May 22, 2026

Time: 5:00 - 9:00 p.m.

Location: William F. Maule Park at Windlestrae (1147 Kenas Road)

Cost: FREE