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Bensalem Township Council Meeting - June 22, 2026
Published: Jun 22, 2026
Benstown Township Reviews Regulations for E-bikes and Electric Scooters
The Benstown Township Council discussed concerns regarding e-bikes, e-scooters, and electric motorcycles, prompted by a resident's email and social media reports of an accident. Mr. Paiso explained that these devices are considered vehicles under the motor vehicle code and are subject to existing rules of the road, allowing police to issue citations for violations. The administration is currently assessing potential issues on township property, such as parks and walking paths, to address conflicts between riders and pedestrians. Recommendations for new regulations or enforcement on township property are expected soon. The council also noted the ongoing need to reinforce state laws regarding these devices, as some residents expressed concerns about younger riders and safety. [cite: 968-974, 977-981, 987-988, 991, 997-1008, 1013]
Benstown Township Approves Second Alternate Zoning Hearing Board Member
The Benstown Township Council considered and approved a resolution to authorize a second alternate member for the zoning hearing board. This action was taken to provide additional flexibility to the board, allowing it to maintain a full quorum even when members are absent. The resolution creates the second alternate seat, and the council subsequently advised and consented to Mayor's appointment of Matthew Tresca for a three-year term ending December 31, 2028, to fill this newly established position. Tresca was sworn into his role during the meeting. This move aims to streamline the hearing process and prevent potential postponements due to member absences. [cite: 67-80, 105-107, 115, 123-133]
Permit Fee Reduced for St. Gregorius Church Tent Rentals
The Benstown Township Council approved a reduced permit fee for tents to be rented by St. Gregorius Church. The church requested a reduction for tent rentals, and after review by the Building and Planning Department, the administration recommended a 50% reduction in eligible fees, consistent with township policy. The council motioned to approve a reduction from $250 to $125 for the permit fee. [cite: 682-684, 687-689, 702-703, 707]
James May Minor Land Development Plan Tabled Indefinitely
The council considered a minor land development plan for James May but decided to table the item indefinitely. This decision was made because the applicant is nearing completion of their stormwater management plan, which has been a point of discussion in previous meetings. The indefinite tabling allows the applicant more time to finalize the plan without the constraints of a specific meeting date, though it will require the applicant to re-notify adjacent property owners when they are ready to proceed. The motion to table indefinitely passed with one dissenting vote. [cite: 191-203, 205, 215-218, 225-227, 231-233, 236-239, 247-249, 257]
Curative Amendment Scope Confirmed for Data Centers, Wind, and Solar Energy Systems
The council discussed and approved a resolution to confirm the scope of a curative amendment related to data centers, wind energy systems, and solar energy systems. Following a prior declaration of a curative amendment, the township had a 30-day window to review and potentially expand its scope. The administration and solicitor confirmed that no additional items beyond those initially identified would be added, maintaining the focus on these specific uses. This confirmation solidifies the scope for the 180-day period during which a new ordinance will be drafted and considered, with public input planned for the fall. The council also affirmed that this action does not reset the 180-day pause on data center applications. [cite: 13-17, 19-20, 11A, 713-716, 719, 723-724, 737-749, 751-756, 765-766, 769-770, 776-777, 779-785, 787-788, 791, 798-814, 816-819, 823-825, 828-835, 839, 843, 902-910]
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