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Board of Supervisors June 24, 2026
Published: Jun 24, 2026
Township Board Explores Zoning Amendments for Open Space and Environmental Protection
During a discussion on open space and environmental standards, the board considered potential amendments to zoning and land development standards. Specific topics included reducing minimum lot sizes to allow for more open space, expanding the option for clustered developments into more districts, and prioritizing the physical provision of open space over cash-in-lieu payments. The board also debated the impact of parking minimums on impervious surfaces and residential character, as well as the potential for vertical clustering in higher-density zones. Different perspectives were shared regarding the necessity of current setback requirements and the balance between developer flexibility and community needs.
Township Board Cancels August 12th Meeting
The board considered and approved canceling the August 12th meeting, noting it is standard practice due to lighter August agendas. The other August meeting will proceed to ensure bills are paid. The motion was made by Supervisor Warner and seconded by Supervisor Gaynor, passing 5-0.
Township Holds Public Hearing for Verizon Cable Franchise Renewal
The board held a public hearing regarding the renewal of the Verizon cable franchise agreement. This process is part of a multi-municipal negotiation strategy led by the Cohen Law Group to enhance bargaining power and reduce attorney fees. The hearing aimed to review Verizon's past performance and identify the township's future cable-related community needs, such as a state-of-the-art system, strong customer service, free services to community facilities, better reporting, maximized franchise fees, and PEG (Public, Educational, and Governmental) channels and support. A resident reported a Verizon Fios outage on a Monday, which was noted.
Township Board Considers Enhancements to Open Space and Environmental Protection Standards
The township board engaged in a detailed discussion regarding amendments to open space and environmental standards. Key points included defining 'open space' versus private yards, the benefits of clustered development like the R-14 option, and the proposal to potentially reduce minimum lot sizes to allow for greater open space preservation without increasing unit density. The conversation also touched upon prioritizing the actual dedication of open space over fee-in-lieu payments, investigating the adequacy of current fees, and the environmental benefits of contiguous open space, natural buffers, and reducing impervious surfaces. Concerns were raised about how stormwater basins are currently counted as open space and the need for more usable, connected green areas.
Bustard Road 'No Mow' Area Renamed Bustard Grove
The board approved renaming the 'No Mow' area on Bustard Road to 'Bustard Grove'. This decision supports the Environmental Advisory Council's (EAC) multi-year project to restore township 'No Mow' areas. The EAC plans to remove invasive species from this specific area, located between Firehouse Park and Nash Elementary, and believes a name will help educate the public about the restoration project. A sign will be installed at Bustard Grove.
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