Katherine McGovern

The Board of Supervisors discussed several topics including follow-ups on crosswalk cost estimates and grant applications, and a report from the Planning Commission concerning zoning hearing applications and a data center ordinance amendment. The solicitor provided detailed explanations regarding proposed changes to the data center ordinance and their procedural requirements. The police department delivered a report detailing call volume, traffic statistics, truck enforcement, and departmental transition efforts. Additionally, the Board approved a change order for the road program and a payment certificate to the contractor.

The Board discussed public concerns regarding a jet fuel pipeline leak, approved a certificate of appropriateness for property renovations, and received a report from the Planning Commission concerning various zoning hearing applications. The Board also approved the 2026-27 Bucks County fuel bid and payment of bills. Furthermore, the Board authorized the execution of a memorandum of understanding with the county regarding opioid settlement funds and moved to send a data center ordinance to the jointure for a public hearing.

The board discussed website and digital accessibility issues, including broken links and the need for searchable document formats. Updates were provided on the proposed data center ordinance, the ceremonial naming of Morell Smith Avenue, and ongoing negotiations regarding a fire agreement. The board granted preliminary and final plan approvals for the Silver Lake 3 LLC subdivision and the Kiska property subdivision, including various waivers related to engineering and planning requirements. Additionally, the board approved the bill list and authorized the execution of a memorandum of understanding with Bucks County to contribute opioid settlement funds toward county-wide programs, including the co-responder initiative.

The board meeting covered several community matters, including a public fiber optic installation project, the success of the Memorial Day parade, and various commission updates. The Fire Chief provided a detailed departmental report on service calls, inspections, training programs, and employee milestones, including a retirement and a lifesaving recognition. The solicitor discussed zoning hearing board applications, and the manager presented a financial update. Additionally, the board clarified the separation between the township government and independent entities such as the sewer authority and water provider.

The board meeting included a promotion ceremony for a police officer, a public comment session regarding local land development projects, reports from the planning commission and jointure regarding signage and data center zoning ordinances, and a public hearing to consider a joint municipal zoning ordinance amendment for wireless communications facilities.