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Parks & Recreation Staff

Monica A. Tierney, MBA, MEd., CPRE.

Director of Parks and Recreation

Phone: 267-274-1112
Email: monicat@lmt.org

As the Parks and Recreation Director at Lower Makefield Township Monica is charged with managing 10 full-time staff and approximately 130 summer hires in addition to 700 acres of parks, 28 miles of bike trails, the Community Pool, and the Community Center in addition to planning special events and programming. In Monica’s time at Lower Makefield Township she opened the Community Center and Dog Park, worked on the Memorial Park Expansion Project, expanded the special events schedule, started programming, added a college internship program, launched Camp LMT, developed the Parks and Recreation Master and Strategic Plan, and implemented measurement tools to improve future planning and efficiency. In 2022, Monica led her team to join the ranks of elite Parks and Recreation Agencies across the country by earning Accreditation in Commission of Parks and Recreation Agencies from the National Recreation and Park Association. This mark of distinction indicates that an agency has met rigorous standards related to the management and administration of lands, facilities, resources, programs, safety, and services. Lower Makefield Township is the first agency in Pennsylvania to accomplish National Accreditation. It is Monica’s primary goal to create the best environment for her employees, residents, and all participants in programs.

Service:

Past

  • 2014-2016 Nutritional Coalition of Bucks County
  • 2015-2017 Served on the Executive Board of the Neshaminy Coalition for Youth
  • 2019 Presenter at the PRPS Conference
  • 2020 and 2021 Served as President of the Bucks County Recreation and Parks Council
  • 2020 Served on the Pennsylvania Recreation and Parks Conference Committee

Current

  • 2019-Current Serves on the Bucks County Senior Games Committee

Current Member:

  • Bucks County Recreation Council
  • Bucks/Mont Aquatics Consortium
  • Pennsylvania Recreation and Parks Society
  • National Recreation and Parks Association

Certifications:

  • Certified Parks and Recreation Executive

Lynn Todd, CPRP

Operations Manager

Phone: 267-274-1103
Email: ltodd@lmt.org

Lynn has been a valued member of Lower Makefield Township since 2013, playing a key role in enhancing the membership and registration process through the implementation of Community Pass, the Parks and Recreation management software. Her career has evolved from Pool Membership Coordinator to overseeing Parks and Recreation Operations.  In her current role, Lynn ensures maximum departmental efficiency, managing inspections, licenses, work orders, inventory, and facility maintenance, including equipment procurement. She also manages the coordination and tracking of all training and certification programs for staff. Her commitment to excellence extends to reviewing policies and procedures, ensuring they align with the Department’s CAPRA accreditation standards. Lynn’s contributions have significantly strengthened the department's operations and service delivery.

Member:

  • Bucks County Recreation Council
  • Bucks/Mont Aquatics Consortium
  • Pennsylvania Recreation and Parks Society
  • National Recreation and Parks Association

Service:

  • 2021-Current serves on PRPS Membership Committee

Certifications:

  • Certified Parks and Recreation Professional

   

Rob Vandegrift

Program Manager

Phone: 267-274-1111
Email: rvandegrift@lmt.org

Robert Vandegrift is an enthusiastic and dedicated professional joining the Parks and Recreation team at Lower Makefield as the Program Manager in 2024. With four years of experience at Whitemarsh Township, Robert has developed into a well-rounded parks and recreation specialist. During his tenure at Whitemarsh, he successfully managed a DHS licensed summer camp, various youth programs including STEM and Art, group fitness classes, and numerous special events. As a local to Lower Makefield, Robert is eager to contribute to the ongoing community projects and support his neighbors. With many exciting developments on the horizon, he is ready to dive in and make a positive impact.

Current Member:

  • Bucks County Recreation Council
  • Bucks/Mont Aquatics Consortium
  • Pennsylvania Recreation and Parks Society
  • National Recreation and Parks Association

Service:

  • 2023-Current serves as At-Large member for PRPS District Committee

Kathy Howell

Membership Coordinator

Phone: 267-274-1110
Email: kathyh@lmt.org

Kathy started as a seasonal employee, as a Registration Coordinator, in March of 2021 assisting with the LMT pool membership registrations for the 2021 Season. In August of 2021 she started full time employment with Lower Makefield Township as Membership Coordinator in the Parks & Recreation Department. Kathy is responsible for all aspects of membership, scheduling orientation training classes, and registration for class, programs and summer camp. In addition to her membership and registration duties, Kathy has taken on the position of lead event planner for Veterans Day and Community Day.

Service:

Past

  • Chair – Santa’s Workshop-St. Frances Cabrini Home and School, Fairless Hills, PA
  • Held Various leadership positions for the St. Frances Cabrini Home and School Association in Fairless Hills, PA
  • Conwell Eagan Assistant Cheer Coach/Team Parent/Spirit Night Parent

Current:

  • 2017 – Current Serves Morrisville School District Cinderella’s Closet
  • 2019 – Current Serves as Co-Chair on Morrisville School District Cinderella’s Closet

Current Member:

  • Bucks County Recreation Council
  • Pennsylvania Recreation and Parks Society
  • National Recreation and Parks Association

Soumya Belagodu

Administrative Assistant

Phone: 267-274-1110
Email: sbelagodu@lmt.org

Soumya joined the Park And Recreation department in April 2022, as an Administrative Assistant. Soumya is responsible for providing administrative support to the Director of Parks and Recreation as well as provide clerical support to the Operations Manager, Program Manager, and Pool Manager. Soumya answers phone calls and assists residents with registrations for various classes provided at the center. She also assists Membership Coordinator with registration for the Pool and Dog park. In addition, she helps with maintaining and organizing all the supporting documents needed for the membership. Soumya assists and supports the team to achieve better results.

Current Member:

  • Pennsylvania Recreation and Parks Society

Past:

  • Assistant Teacher at Montessori School

Certification:

  • Certificate in Customer Service

“Stan the Can”

Stan The Can

Stan the Can recently retired after 40 years of service at Lower Makefield Township. His retirement was announced in 2023 as part of Pathway to Zero Waste Plan. In his retirement he enjoys using his wit to educate the public about Environmental Sustainability, he is an active member of the Lower Makefield Township Environmental Advisory Board and is often outspoken.

In his spare time, he enjoys long walks in the park, visiting with family and traveling parks throughout the nation. He has a dream of visiting every National Park.