Springfield Township Mercer Co Municipal Authority

The board meeting included discussions and actions on several key areas. The board adopted the Energy Generation Facility and Systems Ordinance. They discussed and approved applying for the PA Small Water Sewer Grant, including approving work authorization for grant application preparation. A resolution for the PA Small Water and Sewer Grant application was tabled for solicitor and engineer review. The board also appointed a member to the 2025 Tax Collection Committee (TCC) Delegate and approved multiple pay applications related to ARLE and ARPA grants for capital improvements and sanitary sewer repairs. The appointment to the Vacancy Board was approved, and the condition of the well at the maintenance building was discussed. Additionally, there were reports on sewer and water projects, road and bridge maintenance, and public works, as well as updates from the solicitor and supervisors on various programs and projects.

Key discussions during the meeting included an agenda adjustment to note the omission of September 28, 2026, from the proposed 2026 meeting schedule. In new business, the commission moved to recommend a subdivision request for Marc and David Smoker contingent upon the review by Gateway Engineers and the Board of Supervisors. Additionally, the commission approved the schedule for all 2026 planning commission meetings.

The meeting addressed various topics including an audit review, mandatory sewer connection, land development plan approval, fund transfers, and the application for a Local Share Account (LSA) grant for the Road Department. Additional discussions covered sewer and water issues, road and bridge matters, public works, reports from the Solicitor and Supervisors, correspondence regarding traffic control requests for Halloween parades, and an executive session concerning personnel.

The meeting included discussion of reviewing the Zoning Ordinance.

The meeting included discussions on adopting amendments to the township code, approving the sale of township property, and selling an old air compressor. The board also discussed issues related to unpaid sewage bills and storm water runoff. The Mercer County Regional Planning Commission provided updates on SALDO and application review processes. Reports were given on sewer and water issues, road and bridge maintenance, and public works activities. The solicitor reported on agreements and conditional use cases, while supervisors reported on meetings and project updates. Public comments addressed the Amerikohl application process and timelines.