Township of Washington

The board approved General, Garbage, and Recreation Fund bills, as well as adjustments to 2025 real estate tax records. A public hearing was held resulting in the adoption of ordinances amending the zoning ordinance regarding article 8, data storage centers, and solar energy systems. Reports were provided covering police department activity, zoning permit logs, engineering updates on various township projects, and roadmaster projects. The board also authorized requests for proposals for propane and fuel oil, approved the renewal of township insurance policies, and discussed potential HVAC system repairs.

The board discussed and took action on several items, including the approval of various funds, the resignation of a police sergeant, and zoning enforcement issues regarding home occupations. The board also addressed recreation concerns, such as snowmobile use in the park and the potential consolidation of financial accounts. Additionally, reports were reviewed concerning engineering projects, road improvements, and the awarding of a 2026 road project contract. The board further discussed and approved revisions to ordinances concerning solar energy and data centers, as well as the appointment of special labor counsel.

The Board of Supervisors meeting covered the presentation and approval of the 2025 audit and draft financial statement packet, as well as the authorization for the DCED report submission and public notice advertisement. Key administrative actions included approving compensation for mailbox damage at 411 Locke Heights Road, reviewing the results of a liquid fuels audit, and authorizing three-year IT subscription renewals for Go Daddy and Microsoft 365. The Board also approved a temporary increase in the township debit card limit to accommodate the IT renewal expenses.

The Board addressed a variety of administrative and operational matters, including the approval of various funds and real estate tax changes. Discussion topics included public requests for mailbox damage reimbursement, collaboration with the Martins Jacoby Watershed Association for stream crossing signs, and updates from the Police and Zoning departments. Key actions involved amending the zoning ordinance regarding data centers and solar facilities, reviewing engineering reports on land development and road standards, and appointing a new Sewage Enforcement Officer. Additionally, the Board reviewed and approved several Agricultural Security Area proposals and discussed participation in the Bangor Regional Authority, along with reviewing real estate liens and HRA claims reimbursement.

The meeting involved the approval of numerous bills across General, Garbage, Recreation, and Sinking Funds, and the approval of 2025 tax changes. Public comment focused heavily on safety concerns at the intersection of Five Points Richmond Road, leading to a decision to authorize speed studies on both Five Points Richmond Road and Flicksville Road. Correspondence included approving the installation of a mail-in ballot drop box for the 2026 elections and considering participation in the Bangor Borough Authority's 537 Plan amendment. The Board also approved the recording of the Capozzolo Subdivision and authorized Keystone Consulting Engineers to prepare the 2022 model MS4 ordinance for a future vote. Zoning discussions included proposed revisions to the zoning ordinance sections concerning the zoning officer's residency requirement and enforcement time limits. Key board actions included granting waivers and final approval for the Gothard-Moran Lot Line Adjustment, approving the observed date for the July 4th holiday, and authorizing the Interim Zoning Officer to grant extensions for the property cleanup at 455 American Bangor Road.