Macungie Resident Receives IronPigs Award

At its June 6 meeting, Macungie Borough Council recognized one of its residents, David Saylor, for receiving the first ever IronPigs Community Star Award at a May 23 ceremony  held in the infield of Coca Cola Park.

The award commends "anyone who makes a difference in the local community and commits their time and talent to make the Lehigh Valley a better place."

A life-long Macungie resident, Saylor has devoted much of his life to the improvement of the Borough of Macungie.

Though Saylor's nominator remains a mystery, some of the achievements  mentioned include:

* In 2000, he created and continues to be the chairman of the borough’s Town Beautification Committee.  This committee has donated thousands of dollars in order to purchase banners and flags for Main Street, historical street lights, seasonal decorations used throughout the year and holiday lights and decorations for Macungie’s Flower Park.

* And in December, when the town holds its annual Macungie Holiday event, Saylor is sure to be seen playing Santa Claus.

* He coordinated Town Beautification’s participation in the 2007 150th Anniversary Celebration of the Borough of Macungie.  Thousands of mini flags were distributed to those watching the parade honoring the event.

* Saylor has been a volunteer at Macungie Park for most of his life and a trustee for many years. 

* He has organized the annual Easter Egg Hunt held at the park for over 25 years. 

* He created and still coordinates the “Fourth of July Rubber Duck Race in the Creek," which benefits the park. 

* For many years, Saylor volunteered with the Macungie Youth Association and helped to maintain the ball fields at the park.

* He is a member of the Macungie Historical Society and does volunteer work at the Macungie Institute.

The Lehigh Valley IronPigs and the co-sponsor of the award, Homewood Suites, Allentown Airport, support local charitable organizations.  They established the Community Star Award to honor individuals who go above and beyond to their local community.  It is open to any person who demonstrates leadership, compassion, dedication, and a commitment to better their community. Applications can be found here.