With a new year come new goals, plans, and sometimes even opportunities. This statement has proved true for Wayne Breneman II, the new director of the Southern End Community Association (SECA).
Wayne grew up in Lancaster County, graduated from Lampeter-Strasburg High School, received his Master of Education in sport management from Millersville University, and currently resides in West Lampeter Township with his wife, Taryn. He remembers visiting Solanco quite often during his time as a high school student because many of his friends lived there, and when he discovered that the position of director of SECA had become vacant, he decided to apply.
If you live in the Solanco area, then you are probably familiar with SECA, 299 Park Ave., Quarryville. SECA's mission is to create recreational opportunities for residents of the Southern End by providing high-value programs for children and adults. Wayne knew about SECA because he had participated in several events hosted by the association, and he knew he wanted to apply for the job because he was interested in a local community recreation position. Before joining SECA, Wayne worked for the Strasburg Borough in the public works department as a public works operator, and prior to that, he was employed by the Lampeter-Strasburg Recreation Commission, which later merged with the Lampeter-Strasburg YMCA.
"I'm interested in being part of a community association that offers numerous events and programs that are aiming to improve the mental and physical well-being of the community," said Wayne. "I see the Southern End as a tight-knit, caring community. There are numerous very hard-working individuals and small businesses who work together to make the Southern End go 'round."
As director of SECA, Wayne hopes to maintain current events and programs in addition to introducing some "learn to play" sports clinics, outdoor classes, and a variety of workshops. Wayne noted that he wants to work with the community to improve some of the facilities on-site and ensure SECA is reaching out to and offering something for people of all ages.
"I see SECA as an asset to the community," explained Wayne. "Between the pool, pond, open space, facilities, and building, it seems like something is always going on. It's a place where people can come and enjoy themselves, whether it's participating in a program, utilizing our facilities, or simply enjoying the outdoors while walking around the grounds."
SECA has some events planned for the spring, including a St. Patrick's Day Money Party on Saturday, March 12, and an adult Easter egg hunt on Saturday, April 16. The Youth Flag Football league will start in March, and pool passes are currently on sale for the upcoming season. For more information, visit http://www.secarec.org or search for "Southern End Community Association" on Facebook.
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