Pike commissioners approve Second Amendment Sanctuary resolution

First on the agenda of the Pike County Commissioners meeting on Sept. 21 was induction into the Pennsylvania voters hall of fame for those who have voted in every election without missing any for 50 consecutive elections. There were 46 inductees. All were given a certificate in commemoration.

Next was poll workers appreciation for all who served for at least 12 consecutive years. Joyce Lewis, who some might recognize as a toll collector at Dingmans Bridge, topped the list for having served for 20 straight years.

Each person was received with loud applause.

At this point the room was packed and an overflow crowd stood in the hall to which doors were open so they could hear what was going on. After the awards, some of the audience cleared out, and discussion turned to work on the municipal building and bids that were submitted for food service at the Pike County Correctional Facility. They were tabled for further discussion.

Second Amendment Sanctuary resolution

Next was the vote on a resolution to make Pike County a Second Amendment Sanctuary. It was approved, and a majority of those present were in agreement. However, others did not approve. Those opposed asked why this resolution was necessary.

The commissioners said that they approved of the entire Constitution and all amendments, but this action was to assure all Pike County residents that their rights are secure here.

The meeting continued to heat up when county voting integrity was questioned. The election committee was stoic in its position that voting was secure. However, some people continued to press for greater clarification on this issue.

The commissioners also discussed opening a recycling center and employing disabled for its operation. The meeting was then closed. Some left in celebration. Others left in mourning.