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Township Committee - June 23rd, 2026
Published: Jun 23, 2026
Township Committee Approves Consent Agenda Including Grants and Liquor Licenses
The township committee approved the consent agenda, which included additional revenue and grant money, as well as liquor licenses. No items were pulled for separate discussion or vote. The motion to approve was made, seconded, and passed unanimously. [cite: 412-432]
Township Increases Police Department Headcount by One Officer
The township committee adopted Ordinance 2026-10, which amends the police department's personnel by increasing the authorized headcount from 22 to 23 sworn officers. The public hearing was opened, and after no comments were made, a motion to adopt the ordinance was made and seconded. The motion passed unanimously. [cite: 390-411]
Open Space Committee Updates, Library Project Needs Public Input
The Deputy Mayor provided an update on the open space committee, noting that a number of trail questions and issues will have feedback forthcoming. Additionally, the painting of the corn crib is anticipated to occur this summer to brighten the area. Further, the Deputy Mayor reiterated the need for public feedback on the library project to ensure the preservation of grants and to make informed decisions about funding and project scope. [cite: 333-350]
Township Approves $500,000 Capital Ordinance
The township committee adopted Ordinance 2026-09, a capital ordinance authorizing $500,000 in capital expenditures. The public hearing for this ordinance was opened, and after no comments or questions were raised, a motion to adopt was made and seconded. The motion passed unanimously. [cite: 374-388]
Resident Urges Support for Library's Needs and Infrastructure
Megan Schaff, a member of the Friends of the Library, spoke in support of the library, urging the committee to support its needs, which include infrastructure and programming. She highlighted the library's diverse usage by all age groups, from toddlers to teenagers and seniors, and the recent addition of a teen room. Schaff noted that the library is 'really hurting' in terms of infrastructure and librarians handling multiple roles, emphasizing the need for township and borough support. She also provided information about a past tree sapling program. [cite: 619-679]
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