Bensalem Township Council Meeting - September 14, 2026

The Bensalem Township Council meeting on September 14, 2026, included several procurement-related discussions and resolutions. The council approved the renewal of a five-year cable franchise agreement with Verizon Pennsylvania LLC, maintaining consistent rates despite a noted decline in subscribers. They also adopted resolutions to participate in grant applications for the Towns Against Graffiti program ($175,000 grant), the integration of a police record management system across 39 Bucks County departments ($118,900 project cost), and the Bucks County 2026 hazard mitigation plan, which enables eligibility for disaster relief funding. Additionally, the council approved a new grant application for a $93,250 Lower Bucks County Regional Fire Training prop, a specialized training container to enhance fire department capabilities. The meeting also addressed ongoing community concerns, including live pigeon shooting practices and environmental issues related to horse manure storage near residential areas. Updates were provided on the forthcoming data center ordinance and potential sign ordinance revisions. No direct contract awards or vendor selections beyond the grant-related approvals were reported.