[Ord. 206, 2/23/1978; as amended by Ord. 11-88-303, 11/22/1988;
by Ord. 08-2009-549, 8/27/2009; by Ord. No. 10-2023-663, 10/12/2023]
It is the intent, purpose and scope of this Part 1 to ensure
the preservation of outdoor public parklands, outdoor recreation facilities
and outdoor playground areas within the Township of Salisbury for
the perpetual enjoyment of the residents of the Township of Salisbury,
to regulate activities within these areas consistent with the enjoyment
of natural settings and park facilities and to prevent any nuisances
to the residents of the Township of Salisbury in the use of such public
parklands, recreation facilities and playground areas or in the enjoyment
of private property adjacent to such areas.
[Ord. 206, 2/23/1978; as amended by Ord. 11-88-303, 11/22/1988;
by Ord. 08-2009-549, 8/27/2009; by Ord. No. 10-2023-663, 10/12/2023]
As herein used, "Township" shall mean the Township of Salisbury,
Lehigh County, Pennsylvania.
[Ord. 206, 2/23/1978; as amended by Ord. 11-88-303, 11/22/1988;
by Ord. 08-2009-549, 8/27/2009; by Ord. No. 10-2023-663, 10/12/2023]
As herein used, "public park" and "public playground" shall
mean any park or playground owned or leased by the Township of Salisbury
and made available to the public for park or recreational purposes,
unless otherwise stated.
[Ord. 206, 2/23/1978; as amended by Ord. 11-88-303, 11/22/1988;
by Ord. 08-2009-549, 8/27/2009; by Ord. 12-2010-564, 12/22/2010; by
Ord. 11-2011-571, 11/10/2011; by Ord.
No. 10-2023-663, 10/12/2023]
All public parks and playgrounds shall be open to the public only during the period from 1/2 hour after sunrise to 1/2 hour after sunset, and no person shall go into or upon any public park or playground after 1/2 hour after sunset except for special occasions recognized and authorized by a duly authorized Township official or as noted in the additional park regulations in §
16-112 below. Fields and pavilions may be reserved from May 1 through November 30. Pavilions may not be reserved when the reservation time would interfere with the Township annual summer playground program or any other Township-sponsored event. Any person or persons found within said recreation places when same are closed as provided in this Part
1 shall be guilty of violating this Part
1.
[Ord. 206, 2/23/1978; as amended by Ord. 11-88-303, 11/22/1988;
by Ord. 08-2009-549, 8/27/2009; by Ord. No. 10-2023-663, 10/12/2023]
No person shall drive or park any automobile, motorcycle, or other type of motor vehicle of any kind in, on, or upon any public park or playground except upon streets, roadways, or parking areas constructed or designated for such driving or parking and not posted with signs providing otherwise. No person shall drive or park any automobile, motorcycle, or other type of motor vehicle of any kind in any part of any public park or playground, including any parking lot or area provided for parking in connection with such public park or playground, at any time when such public park or playground is not open as provided in §
16-104 of this Part
1.
[Ord. 206, 2/23/1978; as amended by Ord. 11-88-303, 11/22/1988;
by Ord. 08-2009-549, 8/27/2009; by Ord. No. 10-2023-663, 10/12/2023]
No person shall, within any public park or playground, pick
any flowers or shrubbery; cut, injure or destroy any trees, shrubbery
or plants; or willfully mark, deface, disfigure, injure, tamper with,
displace, or remove any building, bridges, tables, benches, fireplaces,
fountains, railings, paving or paving material, waterlines, sewer
lines, signs, notices or placards (whether temporary or permanent),
monuments, stakes, posts, or other boundary markers, or any other
equipment, structures, utilities or facilities, or appurtenances thereto,
whether real or personal, in or on any public park or playground.
[Ord. 206, 2/23/1978; as amended by Ord. 11-88-303, 11/22/1988;
by Ord. 08-2009-549, 8/27/2009; by Ord. No. 10-2023-663, 10/12/2023]
No person shall bring or leave, dump or deposit any bottles,
broken glass, ashes, paper, boxes, cans, dirt, rubbish, paper, waste,
garbage, or refuse, or other trash in or on any public park or playground
except to place the same in proper receptacles where such are provided.
Where receptacles are not so provided or have no remaining unused
capacity, all such rubbish or waste shall be carried away from the
park or playground by the person responsible for its presence and
properly disposed of elsewhere.
[Ord. 206, 2/23/1978; as amended by Ord. 11-88-303, 11/22/1988;
by Ord. 08-2009-549, 8/27/2009; by Ord. No. 10-2023-663, 10/12/2023]
No person shall do anything in or to any rest room or washroom
or part thereof at any public park or playground for which the same
was not intended and/or which results in an unsanitary condition.
[Ord. 206, 2/23/1978; as amended by Ord. 11-88-303, 11/22/1988;
by Ord. 08-2009-549, 8/27/2009; by Ord. No. 10-2023-663, 10/12/2023]
No person over the age of six years shall use or go into any
rest room or washroom at any public park or playground designated
for use by the opposite sex.
[Ord. 206, 2/23/1978; as amended by Ord. 11-88-303, 11/22/1988;
by Ord. 08-2009-549, 8/27/2009; by Ord. No. 10-2023-663, 10/12/2023]
No person shall build a fire in or on any public playground,
and no person shall build a fire in or on any public park except in
fireplaces provided for that purpose or in grills brought to the park
for that purpose as approved for use by the Township, and such approval
shall be noted on the permit.
[Ord. 206, 2/23/1978; as amended by Ord. 11-88-303, 11/22/1988;
by Ord. 08-2009-549, 8/27/2009; by Ord. No. 10-2023-663, 10/12/2023]
1. No person shall bring any animal upon any public park or playground,
with the following exceptions:
A. Dogs necessary for assistance to vision-impaired or otherwise physically
disabled individuals who require the aid or assistance of a trained
dog.
B. Animals used in connection with, or participating in, activities
or programs sponsored or authorized by the Township as part of its
recreation program.
C. Properly licensed dogs are permitted in specifically designated parks
marked with signage when the dogs are controlled by a leash. Owners/handlers
of such dogs shall be required to immediately remove any feces caused
by the animal and to place it in a nonleaking container for deposit
in a trash or litter receptacle.
[Ord. 206, 2/23/1978; as amended by Ord. 11-88-303, 11/22/1988;
by Ord. 08-2009-549, 8/27/2009; by Ord. 12-2010-564, 12/22/2010; by
Ord. 11-2011-571, 11/10/2011; by Ord. 03-2015-596, 3/12/2015; by Ord. No. 10-2023-663, 10/12/2023]
1. The Salisbury Township recreation places are for the benefit and
pleasure of the residents of the Township of Salisbury, Lehigh County,
Pennsylvania, and all persons who use the said facilities shall be
subject to the rules and regulations as set forth below:
A. Any of the listed acts are prohibited within any Salisbury Township
park or recreation place unless noted otherwise:
(1)
Committing Any Disorderly Act. A person is guilty of committing
a disorderly act if, with intent to cause public inconvenience, annoyance
or alarm, or recklessly creating a risk thereof, he/she engages in
fighting or threatening, or in violent or tumultuous behavior, makes
unreasonable noise, or uses obscene language or makes an obscene condition
by any act which serves no legitimate purpose of the actor.
(2)
Consuming any alcoholic beverages.
(3)
Being visibly intoxicated.
(4)
Carrying, setting off, or discharging any slingshot or fireworks,
including sparklers.
(5)
Throwing or propelling stones, rockets or missiles of any kind.
(6)
Playing horseshoes or lawn darts.
(7)
Permitting animals of any kind to be within such recreation
places, whether or not under control or leash, unless otherwise designated
and/or posted.
(8)
Littering, throwing, depositing or draining any offensive or unwholesome substances or liquids of any kind. All garbage shall be disposed of as per §
16-107 of this Part
1.
(9)
Writing, painting, carving, or otherwise defacing or disfiguring
any tree, bench, structure or notice posted within the recreation
places.
(10)
Operating a licensed motorized vehicle on other than the paved
roadways or parking areas of said recreation places. On-street parking
prohibitions shall be strictly adhered to.
(11)
Operating a licensed motorized vehicle on the paved roadways
or parking areas of said recreation places at a speed in excess of
10 miles per hour.
(12)
Operating unlicensed motorized vehicles, remote-control planes
and/or cars, and drones.
(13)
Operating wheeled devices, including, but not limited to, bicycles, skateboards, hoverboards, roller skates, rollerblades, children's motorized or unmotorized toy vehicles, segways or scooters, in playground areas or on pickleball, tennis, or basketball courts, ballfields and grass areas, with the exception of bicycles on Lindberg Park's perimeter trail as provided in §
16-112, Subsection
1B(4)(b), below. Baby strollers and carriages are permitted in any park area except on courts.
(14)
No activity other than the specified use shall be permitted
on any Township pickleball court, tennis court, basketball court,
playground, ballfield or walking trail.
(15)
Obstructing, in any way, either totally or partially, any of
the paths or roadways in said recreation places.
(16)
Picking or carrying any flowers, shrubs, or trees that are growing
or located in the recreation places.
(17)
Soliciting or posting solicitations of any kind.
(18)
Possessing any axe, saw, picks, shovels, hoes, or spades.
(19)
Building, starting, or lighting any fires, except within the
grills provided.
(20)
Feeding of any geese or waterfowl, or injuring or destroying
any wildlife, where applicable.
(21)
Hitting or driving golf balls.
(22)
Playing baseball, tennis, football, or any other game or sport
at a place not designated for that purpose.
(23)
Using any sound-amplification devices, unless specifically authorized
in the permit application for the use of fields.
(24)
Erecting any amusement structure, devices or rides.
(25)
Washing or repairing of motor vehicles.
(26)
Hunting, unless otherwise specified.
B. The following additional rules are applicable to the specific parks
as noted below:
(1)
River Road Park.
(a)
The pavilion shall be reserved to parties not to exceed 15 persons.
(2)
Laubach Park.
(a)
The pavilion shall be reserved to parties not to exceed 60 persons.
(3)
Franko Park Recreation Area.
(a)
Pavilion No. 1 shall be reserved to parties not to exceed 40
persons.
(b)
Pavilion No. 2 shall be reserved to parties not to exceed 64
persons.
(c)
Dogs on a leash are permitted.
(4)
Lindberg Park.
(a)
The pavilion shall be reserved to parties not to exceed 90 persons.
(b)
Bicycles are permitted on the perimeter trail only. Children
14 years of age and younger must be accompanied by an adult.
(c)
Dogs on a leash are permitted on the perimeter trail only.
(5)
Devonshire Park.
(a)
The pavilion shall be reserved to parties not to exceed 50 persons.
(6)
Green Acres Park.
(a)
The pavilion shall be reserved to parties not to exceed 40 persons.
(7)
Walking Purchase Park. The following uses apply at Walking Purchase
Park:
(a)
Allowed Uses/Activities.
4)
Canoeing (in accordance with state regulations).
5)
Fishing (in accordance with state regulations).
(b)
Prohibited Uses/Activities.
2)
ATVs and off-road vehicles.
6)
Fire alarms/target shooting.
7)
Overnight, unless permitted.
9)
Removal of any artifacts.
(c)
Permits and/or official approvals are required for the following
activities and/or events:
4)
Bow hunting (in accordance with state regulations).
5)
Junior hunting with shotgun (in accordance with state regulations).
8)
Trail construction projects (in accordance with WPP Master Plan).
(d)
The following rules shall apply
with respect to the use of the approved single-track trail system
currently at Walking Purchase Park, as shown in the attached Exhibit
"A," hereinafter referred as the "trail." The approved single-track
trail system is available for allowed uses year round.
1)
Bicycle (including mountain bikes). All bicycle riders shall
obey traffic signs, laws, and control devices regulating the operation,
stopping, or parking of vehicles. Bicycle riding will be governed
further by safe riding practices and consideration for use of park
areas by others. Where special parking provisions have been made for
bicycles, parking will be limited to that area. Bicycle riding shall
be prohibited: on playgrounds, on maintained park areas, including
grass (except as authorized and permitted by the Township), in areas
of environmental sensitivity, in special display areas, in pavilion
or other monument type structures, in any area where other activities
are in progress, or in any area where specifically restricted. Bicycle
riding shall only be allowed on the trail system.
2)
Trail Use and Hours of Operations.
a) The Walking Purchase Park Multi-Use Trail is designated
for the enjoyment of all residents and will be open for appropriate
use as posted by the Township. Bicycle use is exclusively limited
to designated single-track trails from dawn until dusk (or 9:00/10:00
p.m. in the fall and winter months). Bicyclists are required to use
an appropriate frontal light throughout their entire visit in the
park after dusk.
b) Do not cut switchbacks or create new trails. Stunt
building or any other trail manipulation is prohibited. Possession
of handsaws, chainsaws, loppers, shovels, rakes, or any other trail
clearing or building tool or material is prohibited, except for permitted/approved
uses.
c) Visitors assume all risks and must be reasonably
prepared and equipped, take reasonable precautions against endangering
themselves or others, and must wear appropriate footwear and clothing.
d) No person may deface, paint, damage, mutilate, or
vandalize any natural or cultural object, or any sign or structure
within the Walking Purchase Park conservation area. Possession of
paint or marking materials, or tampering with, altering, or removing
any sign, marker, or structure, is prohibited. Driving nails or permanently
installing any object is prohibited.
e) Visitors are responsible for carrying out all of
their refuse (including all wrappers, packaging, bottles, cans, cigarette
butts, pet waste, etc.) and are encouraged to reduce, reuse, and recycle
these items when possible.
f) All wildlife, plant life, artifacts and any other
natural or man-made features are protected and may not be disturbed
or removed (unless regulated with permit). Harassment of wildlife
is illegal in Pennsylvania; do not approach, follow or feed wildlife.
Releasing or introducing any animal is prohibited. Please leave rocks,
wildflowers, and other plants or natural objects as you find them.
Do not disturb wetlands or vernal pools. Metal detectors are not allowed.
g) Registration of Bicycles. In order to compile a
list of potential bicycle users of the multi-use trail, the Township
shall institute a registration program that will allow emergency personnel
to assemble pertinent information on the users of the trail. The Township
shall not charge a fee for this registration. The Township shall work
towards the implementation of an emergency evacuation plan to aid
emergency personnel in cases of emergency rescues. The owner(s) of
the bicycle(s) shall also be required to sign a waiver of liability
releasing the Township and other co-owners of the park from any liability
associated with the use of its trails at Walking Purchase Park for
any personal injury, loss, death or property damage, including attorneys'
fee.
3)
Rules of the Trail. The Township adopts the following rules
of the trail, formulated by IMBA, the International Mountain Bicycling
Association. These rules are recognized around the world as the standard
code of conduct for mountain bikers. IMBA's mission is to promote
mountain bicycling that is environmentally sound and socially responsible:
a) Ride on Open Trails Only. Respect trail and road
closures. Ask if uncertain; avoid trespassing on private land; obtain
permits or other authorization as may be required. The way you ride
will influence trail management decisions and policies.
b) Leave No Trace. Be sensitive to the dirt beneath
you. Recognize different types of soils and trail construction; practice
low-impact cycling. Wet and muddy trails are more vulnerable to damage.
When the trail bed is soft, consider other riding options. This also
means staying on existing trails and not creating new ones. Don't
cut switchbacks. Be sure to pack out at least as much as you pack
in.
c) Control Your Bicycle! Inattention for even a second
can cause problems. Obey all bicycle speed regulations and recommendations.
d) Always Yield Trail. Let your fellow trail users
know you're coming. A friendly greeting or bell is considerate
and works well; don't startle others. Show your respect when
passing by slowing to a walking pace or even stopping. Anticipate
other trail users around corners or in blind spots. Yielding means
slow down, establish communication, be prepared to stop if necessary
and pass safely.
e) Never Scare Animals. All animals are startled by
an unannounced approach, a sudden movement, or a loud noise. This
can be dangerous for you, others, and the animals. Give animals extra
room and time to adjust to you. When passing horses use special care
and follow directions from the horseback riders; ask if uncertain.
Running cattle and disturbing wildlife is a serious offense. Leave
gates as you found them, or as marked.
f) Plan Ahead. Know your equipment, your ability, and
the area in which you are riding and prepare accordingly. Be self-sufficient
at all times, keep your equipment in good repair, and carry necessary
supplies for changes in weather or other conditions. A well-executed
trip is a satisfaction to you and not a burden to others. Always wear
a helmet and appropriate safety gear.
g) Gear Up. Always wear a helmet and any other appropriate
safety equipment for the riding conditions (cell phones, compass,
etc.).
h) Never Ride Beyond Your Abilities. There is no shame
in walking sections of the trail you don't feel confident enough
to ride, and don't let anybody tell you otherwise.
i) Use Appropriate Equipment for the Terrain. Some
bikes are better for different situations. Just because you can see
tire tracks, doesn't mean you can ride it with your bike.
j) Keep Your Speed in Check. Always keep your speed
at a level that will allow you to adjust to any unforeseen obstacles
or changes in trail conditions.
k) Know the Trail. Never push the limits on a trail
you are not familiar with. You need to get to know the trail you are
riding at slower speeds before you can ride it like the trails you're
used to.
l) Slow down for Blind Corners. You never know what
or who is around a corner when you can't see past it.
m) Stop and Look. Stop and look at sections of the
trail that look like they may pose a challenge before you ride them.
n) Plan on the Crash. Always look at the consequences
of crashing in a particular section or on a particular stunt before
trying to ride through it. Sometimes a section can look easy to ride
but can have deadly consequences to a crash.
o) Start Small, Go Big. Work your way up to obstacles
and stunts. Find ways to practice moves in less difficult and dangerous
situations or at lower speeds before committing yourself to something
more dangerous.
p) Play it Smart. If you think what you are doing is
not the smartest, you are probably right. Think about what you are
doing and trust your instincts.
[Ord. 206, 2/23/1978; as amended by Ord. 11-88-303, 11/22/1988;
by Ord. 08-2009-549, 8/27/2009; by Ord. No. 10-2023-663, 10/12/2023]
Any person or persons who violate any provision or prohibition
of this Part 1 shall be guilty of a summary offense and, upon conviction
thereof, shall be sentenced to pay a fine of not more than $1,000,
together with costs of prosecution, and in default of payment thereof
to undergo imprisonment for not more than 90 days.