Dudley Rice

The Board of Supervisors discussed various administrative and operational items. This included the issuance of Certificates of Appropriateness for historical properties and a continuance for a conditional use application. The Board ratified a disaster emergency declaration related to a winter storm and approved the installation of a digital scoreboard at a local park. Further action was taken to authorize the review and advertising of ordinances regarding warehouse logistics and farm worker housing. The Board established new Public Safety and Lake Solebury advisory committees and appointed student members to the latter. Additionally, the Board handled grant document designations, accepted project improvements for the Carversville Inn, approved a Heart and Lung claim, updated the police department price list, and awarded multiple bids for infrastructure and equipment, including roadway material and signal improvements.

The board conducted a work session to review and establish the township's priorities and objectives for the upcoming year. The discussion focused on a wide range of initiatives including ordinance updates related to zoning, property maintenance, and environmental regulations. Key topics also included administrative improvements such as technology integration and grant management, sustainability projects like deer management and tree planting, infrastructure and facility maintenance, land preservation strategies, and the development of various advisory committees and parks and recreation plans.

The Board of Supervisors conducted their reorganization meeting, which included the election of the Chair and Vice-Chair, the reappointment of various township officials such as the Township Manager, Secretary, Treasurer, Zoning Officer, and Code Enforcement Officer, and the appointment of professional consultants including solicitors, engineers, and planners. The Board also established advisory boards and committees, approved financial policies, authorized the treasurer to pay certain bills, set employee benefits and appointments, and adopted an ordinance to appoint the delinquent real estate tax collector.

The Board of Supervisors discussed various administrative and community development matters. Key items included the issuance of a Certificate of Appropriateness for property at 3698 Aquetong Road, the continuance of a conditional use application for 6538 Lower York Road, and approval of a waiver for a land development application at 6444 Lower York Road. A presentation was provided regarding PFAS treatment and a proposed water storage tank by the North Wales Water Authority. Additionally, the Board appointed a Deputy Tax Collector, approved a proposal for a sustainable water supply evaluation for the Aquetong Creek Drainage Basin, updated the 2026 Fee Schedule, and authorized the removal of certain parcels from the Agricultural Security Area.

The Board of Supervisors meeting included recognition and appreciation for the Public Works Department, Police Department, and Administration for their efforts during recent winter storms. The primary action item addressed was the consideration and adoption of a new Mailbox Policy regarding claims for damages caused by Township vehicles during snow plowing operations, which was approved with a clarification that it applies specifically to Township roads.