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BOC Meeting 6/11/26
Published: Jun 11, 2026
Township Approves Bills List, Bond Reduction, and Sale of Surplus Equipment
The board approved the payment of bills totaling $196,425.70, an interim bills list of $61, and PE card expenses. Regular monthly expenses included utilities (porta-potty, fire hydrants, AT&T, recycling, water, cleaning, Comcast, Divot), software rentals (scanner), service charges (PICO, RICO), and employee benefits (United Concordia, First Citizens Bank). Variable monthly expenses included advertisements for ordinances and meetings, ADP payroll services, and Republic/BFI recycling. Quarterly expenses paid this month were for police and non-uniform pension plans (ACURE) and inspections (United Inspections). Unusual annual expenses included police department software (Computer Square). A sewer camera purchased with sewer capital funds was also noted. The board also approved a bond reduction for TP Investments related to lot development, reducing the bond by $214,276.30, leaving a balance. A motion was made to authorize the sale of an older, larger blacktop trailer on MUN bids with a reserve price of $12,000.
Leaper House Faces Significant Repair Needs; Township Explores Options and Funding
The board reviewed a report detailing significant issues with the Leaper House, including a poor roof condition, damage around windows and doors, a concerning retaining wall, unstable porch pillars, interior wood stairs with movement, a fireplace arch drop, a damaged walk-out deck, unstable railings, widespread painting issues, and evidence of lead paint. The estimated cost for rehabilitation is approximately $1 million. While a historical preservation grant of up to $100,000 is available, it would require a 50/50 match and would not cover half the estimated cost. The township is exploring other grant opportunities, including LSA grants, though these have other priorities like a sewer vacuum truck. Legal counsel suggests options of selling the house or undertaking perpetual maintenance, with a title report recommended ($250-$500) to clarify any restrictive covenants. The possibility of a DF DVRA loan or bond issue to spread costs over 20 years was also floated. Immediate safety concerns include the front porch and steps, with estimated repair costs around $20,000-$25,000. The roof is a major concern, with difficulties in obtaining bids. A potential roofer has been identified. The board also discussed forming a dedicated committee to focus on Leaper House solutions, given its historical registry status and the need for a long-term plan.
Township Approves Funding for Multiple Park and Trail Improvement Projects
The Parks and Open Space Committee reported on several park improvement projects. Inferness Park is undergoing Kudzu remediation funded by a grant. Heford Park will receive parking lot and path improvements this summer, also grant-funded. Houston Park is in the process of stream bank restoration, with grant applications submitted for further sections. Sappovitz Park is seeking grant funding for a new path. Additionally, Heford Park received a $131,000 Community Development Block Grant for improvements, and the lowest bid of $123,336 from Delaware Environmental Construction Services was accepted for this project. Trail work at Houston Park, funded by two prior grants totaling $336,920, will be awarded to ML Company, Inc. based on their lowest bid of $256,525.
Township Reviews MS4 Compliance and Stormwater Management Efforts
The board discussed the ongoing MS4 (Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System) obligations, which are part of the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit. The current permit cycle, which focuses on reducing sediment in streams, ends March 1st, 2026. Municipalities are required to submit annual reports on their stormwater management efforts, including Best Management Practices (BMPs) constructed over the past five years. The township has met or exceeded sediment reduction requirements for Dicks Run, Ridley Creek, and Vernon Run, but fell short for Crumb Creek. The next permit cycle is expected to focus on stormwater volume rather than sediment. The cost of these projects is significant, and reliance on grant funding is common, though municipalities face challenges in securing it. Discussions also touched upon stream bank restoration and its effectiveness in sediment reduction.
Progress on EMS Authority Formation, Fire Department Unification, and Pedestrian Planning
The Public Safety Committee reported on the progress of establishing a joint Municipal Emergency Medical Services (EMS) authority. Key agreements have been reached on financial guardrails (fee increases limited to inflation plus a small percentage) and operational oversight, with each participating municipality to have a board member. A tie vote on any motion will result in the motion failing, encouraging consensus. The authority is on track for a mid-to-late summer hearing where municipalities can vote on membership. The working group is still finalizing the employment model for EMS workers, considering options like the Mesa model (direct employment) and the Indiana County model (distributing fees to existing nonprofits), and is consulting with DCEED on legal frameworks. For fire services, a merger working group has developed a new command structure and organizational chart, effective in Q4 or early January. This includes a Fire Chief for Patura and deputy chiefs for Swathmore, South Media, and Garden City stations. Administrative and operational working groups have been formed to address recruitment, grants, finances, volunteer stipends, training programs, SOPs, apparatus replacement, and equipment standardization. The collaboration is reported as positive, moving towards a unified department. For the 'Walkable Wallingford 2.0' initiative, the town aims to plan the next generation of pedestrian improvements based on the original 10-year-old study and community input. Technical partners are still being sought for this planning process.
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