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The Lower Paxton Township Board of Supervisors held a budget workshop meeting on September 15, 2026, focusing primarily on the 2027 Public Works budget proposal. The Public Works Director presented detailed plans including staffing changes, operational priorities, and capital projects. Key procurement-related discussions included the proposal to add two laborers to support increased road and park maintenance, a shift toward leasing vehicles to optimize fleet replacement and budgeting predictability, and a $50,000 increase in equipment maintenance funds to address costly repairs. The department also plans to trial equipment rentals to evaluate suitability before purchase. Capital projects highlighted included the Prince Street pedestrian improvement project, Briarsdale Roadway repairs using grant funds, intersection geometry improvements at Allentown and Lincoln Street, and a feasibility study for the compost facility. The board discussed leveraging grant funding opportunities such as the PennDOT Green Light Go program for traffic signal upgrades. The meeting concluded with support for the proposed budget and operational strategies to maintain and improve township infrastructure efficiently.