Township of Tinicum

The meeting commenced with a presentation on the Mini Parks Recreation and Open Space plan for the Township, funded by a Delaware County grant. Key actions included the unanimous adoption of the 2026 Township Financial Budget and the adoption of the Mini Parks, Recreation, Open Space (PROS) Plan. The Board granted an extension for the 1 Hotel Group land development application concerning the construction of two new hotels, extending the deadline to March 31, 2026. Ordinance 2025-933, regulating Electric Bicycles, Scooters, and Skateboards, was adopted. A settlement was approved for the tax assessment appeal for the property at 100 Stevens Drive, fixing assessments for 2025 and 2026. The Board authorized the purchase of open space properties at 4th Avenue and Chippewa Street for $50,000 using the MS4 fund. Furthermore, the Board instructed the advertisement of a Civil Service Test for hiring new Patrol Officers and approved the Land Development Application for William Betz, Jr., Inc. at 320 S. Governor Printz Blvd., contingent upon engineering recommendations. Committee reports detailed police activity, fire calls, public works maintenance, and sanitation updates. The Solicitor reported on upcoming litigation schedules and addressed his transition to a reduced role after 26 years of service, receiving appreciation from the Board.

The session began with two separate Public Hearings. The first addressed a Conditional Use hearing for General Industries, LLC to construct an aircraft hangar and office space. The second hearing concerned two proposed amendments to the Zoning Ordinance: Ordinance 2025-930 modifying swimming pool setbacks, and Ordinance 2025-931 rezoning 'The Piasecki Property' from 'H' Heavy Industrial to 'W-1' Waterfront. During the regular meeting, the Board adopted Ordinance 2025-930, but tabled Ordinance 2025-931 for 30 days. Extensions were granted for subdivision applications by Ivy Airport Property LLC and Ed Rubillo. The Board instructed the Township Engineer to prepare an RFP for a Noise Consultant. Approval was given to procure emergency pricing for a generator replacement at a pumping station. Relief was granted from Storm Water Management Ordinance requirements for reconstruction projects on Taxiway S and Runway 9R-27L2 at Philadelphia International Airport, contingent on a voluntary contribution to the Township's MS4 Stormwater Fund for the Taxiway S project. Committee reports covered Code Enforcement metrics, Police incidents, Fire Company statistics, and Public Works activities, including sewer complaint investigations and infrastructure repairs. The Solicitor provided updates on the Wu litigation, noting a scheduled mediation, and the Wawa matter pending in Commonwealth Court. During public participation, citizens raised concerns regarding an extension request for a subdivision, bicycle safety programs, placement of a Christmas tree, maintenance of playground equipment, and vandalism.

The meeting included reports on receipts and the approval of bills for November 2025. Key agenda items involved public comments regarding the proposed purchase of property at 4th Avenue and Chippewa Street for stormwater management access, which was noted would use MS4 funds. The Administration, Law, Ordinance, Public Safety and Finance Committee approved a Conditional Use application for a new corporate aircraft hangar at 3 Hog Island Road. The rezoning of Parcel 45-00-01811-00 was tabled for 90 days. Authorizations were granted for the purchase of a new 180KW emergency generator for a sewer pumping station at a cost of $123,615 and the approval of Release #6 to AP Construction for the Township Marina work, amounting to $401,670. The Board voted to increase the Crossing Guard rate to $16.50 effective January 1, 2026, and approved the use of Westinghouse Grove Park for the annual John Morton Winter Survival Event in January 2026. Additionally, direction was given to draft and advertise an ordinance regulating electric bicycles, scooters, and skateboards. A Purchase Agreement for two vacant properties on 4th Avenue and Chippewa Street was authorized. A Memorandum of Understanding with the FOP Lodge #27 for newly hired officers was executed, a part-time Public Works employee was appointed, and John R. Hanna & Sons, LLC was appointed as the Township Auditor for Fiscal Year 2025. Committee reports detailed October 2025 statistics for Code Enforcement, Police, Fire, Public Works, and Sanitation.

Key discussions included the land development/zoning application for 100/400 Stevens Drive and the tax assessment settlement stipulation for Nemtree Hotels (Renaissance). The agenda also covered the appointment of Scott Nagle to the Water Treatment Plant and Kyle Oliveras to the Public Works Department. The board planned to discuss the withdrawal of proposed ordinance 2025-931 and review Resolution 2026-003, which reassigns E-Bike Ordinance 2025-933 to Ordinance Number 2025-934. Furthermore, the Manager, Solicitor, and Engineer were instructed to secure a Title Report, Survey, and Appraisal for the property located at 600 Jansen Avenue. Committee reports were presented, followed by reports from the Solicitor and Engineer regarding the Ivy Realty Subdivision and a Chapter 105 Permit for the Township Marina.

The meeting included a presentation of the Mini PROS plan, a presentation regarding a cruise ship berth at Hog Island Road, and a discussion about a Billboard Application at 400 Stevens Drive. The board also had the first reading of the 2026 Proposed Township Budget and discussed the adoption of Ordinance 2025-933 regulating electric bicycles, scooters, and skateboards. They reviewed a Land Development Application of Hotel 1 Group at 101 Taylor Avenue for two hotels, discussed a request for a Land Development Waiver for the relocation of an electrical substation, and addressed the Tax Assessment Appeal of 100 Stevens Drive. Additionally, there was a motion to enter into a Purchase Agreement for property at 4th Ave and Chippewa Street and a motion to schedule a Civil Service Test for hiring new Patrol Officers. The meeting also involved committee reports, solicitor's report, engineer's report, manager's report, secretary's correspondence, other business, public participation.