Board of Supervisors Workshop 9/8/26

The Lower Paxton Township Board of Supervisors held a workshop meeting on September 8, 2026, where several procurement and budget-related topics were discussed. Key procurement actions included approval to purchase a new KME pumper fire truck to replace an unreliable reserve unit, with plans to sell an existing 2021 KME tower truck to offset costs. The board approved a resolution to participate in a cost-sharing agreement with PennDOT for the Locust Lane Highway Improvement Project, which involves milling, overlaying, and raising sanitary sewer manholes, with potential reimbursement of up to 75% of eligible costs. Additionally, the board appointed an alternate member to the planning commission after a delayed vote. Public comments addressed concerns about a library tax, pension fund performance, and the need for impact fees on development projects. The meeting also included discussions on township technology use and community events, but the primary procurement focus was on fire apparatus acquisition and infrastructure improvements.