Recreation Commission

About the Commission

The Recreation Commission is composed of five members, or up to seven members of the Borough appointed by Borough Council, with the power to provide and conduct programs, at or on public recreation areas, facilities, and centers.

In addition, the Recreation Commission supervises the public parks, playfields, and all outdoor and indoor recreation areas and facilities. The Commission  establishes, plans, and coordinates recreation programs within the community, and works cooperatively with the Recreation Director.

The Commission periodically reviews recreation programs and assess recreation facilities within the Borough to determine additional needs, and submits recommendations pertaining to recreation programs, facilities, guidelines, policies, or user fees to the Borough Council.

Commission Meetings

The Commission meets as needed on the first Thursday of each month beginning at 7:00PM

New Freedom Borough Office

49 East High Street

New Freedom, PA 17349

Commission Members

Recreation Facilities

Marge Goodfellow Park

In the heart of the Borough lies this park with athletic fields, tennis courts, basketball courts, and play ground equipment. The park grounds are also used for the annual Lions Club Carnival.

Joan Davis Community Park

Nestled in Freedom Hills Subdivision, this park has athletic space and playground equipment.

Arlington Ernst Park

Located off Orwig Road with 19 wooded acres with numerous walking trails and picnic area.

Freedom Green

Located off Main Street and Front Street in the center of the Borough. Home of outdoor movies and the Heritage Fest.

Smith Woods

Located adjacent to the Community Center off Main Street. Hosts the Farmers Market.

Quail Ridge

Just off the Heritage Rail Trail at Orwig Road. The perfect place to rest along the Rail Trail or enjoy a picnic lunch.

Wethersfield

Home of the Mason-Dixon Soccer League, this gated park is located off Constitution Avenue.

Veteran's Memorial Park

Located off Campbell Road, this park includes a baseball field with a concession stand and and picnic pavilion.

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