Woodbridge Township Council Meeting - 8/12/2026

The Woodbridge Township Council held a meeting on August 12, 2026, primarily focused on the second reading and public hearing of an ordinance to dissolve Kisby Fire District number four and merge it with Ford's Fire District number seven. The mayor presented the case for the merger, citing operational and public safety concerns, as well as potential property tax savings for residents. The council voted to proceed with the ordinance despite public opposition. Several speakers, including fire department officials and residents, expressed strong concerns about the dissolution, citing issues of transparency, the impact on volunteer firefighters, and allegations that the merger was motivated by developer interests rather than safety. Questions were raised about the accuracy of state reports used to justify the merger and the future of the Kisby firehouse property. The council ultimately voted to adopt the ordinance and move forward with the merger, with one council member abstaining. No specific contract awards or procurement decisions were made during the meeting, but the discussion highlighted potential future capital projects related to firehouse construction funded by a private developer.