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bookmark_borderLongwood Gardens Light Show
CHESTER COUNTY, PA —
Coming July 1.
Light. Sound. Spectacle.
This summer explore the Gardens by day—and by night. Get ready for an immersive evening journey around our Gardens. You’ll encounter moving imagery and light set to music, brought to life by the natural canvas of our plants, leaves, trees, and lakes. Created by Klip Collective of Philadelphia, this innovative display will showcase never-before-seen views of Longwood at night.
Complete the experience with a visit to our Beer Garden, offered only during Nightscape. You can enjoy delicious food, try our signature Longwood brew, and sit with friends and family under the stars. The Beer Garden is open from 6-11 pm (serving until 10:30 pm) on evenings Nightscape is on view.
On select evenings, guests can enjoy these special Nightscape programs:
Nightscape Opening Week, July 1–4
The wait is over, celebrate the opening of Nightscape
July 1 & 2—Open exclusively for Members.
July 3 & 4—Open for General Admission and Members.
Family Nights, July 15 & August 19
Children can enjoy a nature-inspired seek-and-find activity, and guests can engage with staff in must-visit locations throughout the Gardens, including our Meadow Garden, Waterlily Display, and Children’s Garden.
Gardens On Tap, September 16 & October 21
Explore the art, chemistry, and horticultural techniques behind botanically inspired cocktails, spirits, and brews. Longwood experts will be on hand to answer your questions.
Live Music in the Beer Garden, Every Thursday
Join us on Thursday evenings for live music in the Beer Garden.
Artist & Friends, July 10, August 14, September 11 & October 9
Join the creator of Nightscape, Ricardo Rivera, and an engaging panel of urban technologists and artists as they discuss themes in art, music, technology, and design.
bookmark_borderWest Chester Parking Authority Corruption
December 19, 2014
WEST CHESTER, PA — The West Chester Parking Authority has a long, troubled history. In fact, allegations are surfacing that show a systemic problem with bullying, corruption and other illegal behavior.
After months of complaints, former Officer Foster was terminated amid accusations of bullying, stalking, harassment and similar activities. However, his partner in crime, Officer Singley, remains on duty.
The officers appear to target citizens with disabilities. One victim claims to have been bullied, harassed and threatened for years. In addition, the officer purposely ticketed their vehicle. The car was legally parked displaying a handicapped placard.
When a complaint was filed with the West Chester Parking Authority, Hector Mojica, Parking Enforcement Manager, defended the actions of his employee. In a phone interview, Hector stated West Chester’s code was different than the State Of Pennsylvania. He went on to say that you have to feed the meter for the first hour while displaying a handicapped placard.
Hector’s claim would make West Chester Borough in violation of state and federal laws including 75 Pa. Cons. Stat. Ann. 3354(d)(1), the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act, Americans with Disabilities Act and various other hate crimes.
According to the victim, they requested (in person) a copy of the West Chester borough code or ordinance from Hector. Hector was unable to produce any local code or ordinance. Instead, Hector provided a copy of the Pennsylvania law 75 Pa. Cons. Stat. Ann. 3354(d)(1) which clearly states:
“Motor vehicles with ‘Person with a Disability’ or ‘Severely Disabled Veteran’ plates of placards may park for a period of 60 minutes in excess of the legal parking period permitted by local authorities….”
Despite the obvious illegal actions of Officer Singley, Hector continued bullying the victim and defending his employee saying, “take it to a judge.”
The investigation into the systemic corruption of the West Chester Parking Authority continues. If you have any information, please contact investigators:
Thank you.
ADDITIONAL COMMENTS
Steve Wrote:
On 7/2/16 I had to park in a regular spot on Market St., near Church. Disability spot was taken by a car NOT displaying a placard. I displayed my placard & fed the meter. I became sick in the restaurant & spent nearly a half hour in the bathroom. I came out to a $25 ticket issued at 10:05 pm, on a weekend night. I was a matter of minutes overdue. I have sent in a dispute and offered to pay an additional $1.00. Waiting to hear from these inhuman people.
Dear Steve,
Thank you for your input. Pennsylvania state law requires a minimum of 1 hour free parking for cars displaying a handicap placard (no matter if it is designated handicapped parking.)
Sincerely,
Help Desk
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