Lower Paxton, PA

Board of Supervisors Agendas

Board of Supervisors Agendas

Planning Commission

Shade Tree Commission

The Lower Paxton Shade Tree Commission will meet to review July minutes, discuss the Fall 2026 Grant Cycle for Kohl Park, and continue planning for the Fall Festival on October 3rd. They will also address hazardous tree inspections and hear public comment.

• Update on Fall 2026 Grant Cycle 'Tree Pennsylvania' for Kohl Park
• Continued discussion and planning for Fall Festival on Oct 3rd
• Discussion of hazardous tree inspections
• Next working meeting on hazardous tree inspections set for September 22, 2026

Authority Board Agendas

The Lower Paxton Township Authority will discuss and potentially approve the 2027 sanitary sewer budget and rate model, including a presentation on a PENNVEST loan, and consider resolutions revising commercial tapping fees and authorizing easement condemnations for storm sewer projects. They will also review stormwater budget and fee rate models and receive updates on construction and regulatory compliance.

• Presentation by PFM for the 2027 PENNVEST loan
• Draft 2027 sanitary sewer budget and sewer rate model
• Resolution 26-02 revising tapping fees for commercial establishments for redevelopment
• Resolution 26-03 authorizing condemnation of private sewer easements for Colonial Park storm sewer replacement
• Resolutions 26-04 to 26-11 authorizing condemnation of easements for Colonial Park, Utah Avenue, and Hidden Lake storm sewer projects

Community Engagement Committee

Board of Supervisors Agendas

The Lower Paxton Township Board of Supervisors will consider accepting a proposal from YSM Landscape Architects for Conway Park Phase 1, approve a payment for the 2025 paving project, and adopt resolutions accepting road dedications for two subdivisions. They will also discuss and possibly approve a boardroom equipment refresh project, and authorize six grant applications to the Dauphin County Local Share Municipal Grant Program. The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval and bill payments.

• Action to accept YSM Landscape Architects proposal for Conway Park Phase 1
• Presentation and possible approval of boardroom equipment refresh project proposal
• Approve payment No. 2 for $29,628.20 for 2025 paving project
• Adopt Resolution 2026-18 accepting road dedication for Wilshire Road, Pamela Road, Jennifer Circle (Wilshire Estates)
• Adopt Resolution 2026-19 accepting road dedication for Edorma Court (Meadows at Colonial Club)

Board of Supervisors Agendas

The Lower Paxton Township Board of Supervisors will hear presentations on six applications for the 2026-2027 Dauphin County Local Share Municipal Grant Program, covering projects like a playground reimagining, a food program, swim club safety, a community center, digital access, and baseball field upgrades. The board will also consider a proposal for a boardroom equipment refresh. The meeting includes routine items like minutes approval and public comment.

• Possibility Place Reimagined parks project grant request
• Panther Ram Foundation NutriPacks Program grant request
• Penn Colonial Swim Club facility safety enhancements grant request
• Linglestown Baseball Association fencing and field upgrades at Michael Jones Memorial Field (Koons Park) grant request
• Boardroom equipment refresh project proposal

Historical Commission

The Lower Paxton Township Historical Commission is meeting to discuss old business, including an update on Fort Patton, approval of a land conveyance related to Newside, and plans for a September re-dedication presentation. They will also review a tri-fold brochure. The agenda includes no new business items and is otherwise procedural.

• Update on Fort Patton
• Approval of land conveyance for Newside
• September presentation for Newside re-dedication
• Review of tri-fold brochure

Parks & Recreation Board

The Lower Paxton Township Parks and Recreation Board is meeting to discuss a Recreation and Parks Technical Assistance Program grant application, including a governance framework for Friends of the Parks. The board will also receive updates on parks and Greenway Committee activities. The meeting is open to the public with a public comment period.

• Recreation and Parks Technical Assistance Program Grant Application
• Friends of the Parks Funding and Governance Framework
• Park Updates
• Greenway Committee Activities Report
• Volunteer opportunity: Fall Fest on October 3, 11am-3pm

Arts Council Agendas

The Lower Paxton Township Arts Council is meeting to review the Limelight on Local Artist program for 2027 and receive a budget update. The council will also discuss promoting upcoming events including the Fall Festival, Storywalk, and Jingle Jam.

• Limelight on Local Artist 2027 review
• Budget update
• Live In LP promotion
• Oct. 3 Fall Festival (250th Bell Idea)
• Nov. 2 Storywalk and Dec. 5 Jingle Jam

Planning Commission

The Lower Paxton Township Planning Commission is meeting to approve prior meeting minutes and discuss new business. The main items are a final minor subdivision application for lands of Clayton Lappley and an informal concept plan discussion for Devonshire Road. Public comment will be heard.

• Final Minor Subdivision for Lands of Clayton Lappley
• Devonshire Road Concept Plan (Informal Discussion)
• Approval of May and July 2026 meeting minutes

Greenway Committee

The Lower Paxton Township Greenway Committee is meeting to review the Prince Street traffic study and discuss a sidewalk waiver ordinance. The agenda also includes public comment, other business, and an interview with a Greenway Committee candidate. No decisions are listed on the agenda; items are for review and discussion.

• Review of Prince Street traffic study
• Discussion of sidewalk waiver ordinance
• Interview with Greenway Committee candidate

Board of Supervisors Agendas

The Lower Paxton Township Board of Supervisors will hold a business meeting with several action items, including adopting an ordinance to update fire lane fines, approving a settlement agreement, and considering a preliminary/final subdivision plan for a cemetery. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval, a loyalty oath for fire personnel, and payment of bills.

• Ordinance 2026-04 amending Chapter 196 (Vehicles and Traffic) to update fire lane fines
• Preliminary/Final Subdivision Plan for Four Seasons HOA Newside Road Cemetery (Site Plan #26-05)
• Settlement and Release Agreement authorization for Chairman to sign
• Payment of bills for Township and Township Authority (check registers)
• Loyalty oath administration for Bureau of Fire career personnel

Public Safety Committee

The Lower Paxton Township Public Safety Committee is meeting to discuss updates on new Segrave engines, SCBA replacement, and National Night Out, as well as review general orders and reports from fire companies, EMS, police, and other departments. The agenda includes both old and new business items, with decisions expected on general orders and updates on equipment purchases.

• Update on new Segrave Engine(s)
• SCBA Replacement Update (688 air packs and regulators)
• National Night Out Reminder
• General Orders review (Deputy Graham)
• Career Staff Academy update (Asst. Chief Crum)

Shade Tree Commission

The Lower Paxton Township Shade Tree Commission is meeting to approve June minutes, discuss the Fall 2026 Tree Pennsylvania grant for Kohl Park, and plan the Fall Festival on October 3rd. The agenda is routine, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Update on Fall 2026 Tree Pennsylvania grant for Kohl Park
• Planning for Fall Festival on October 3rd
• Approval of June 2026 minutes

Zoning Hearing Board

The Lower Paxton Township Zoning Hearing Board will hold a public hearing on July 23, 2026, to consider Special Exception 26-02. The applicant, Hui Li of Linglestown Square LLC, seeks permission to use two existing residential dwelling units in the Village District as short-term rentals. The board will decide whether to grant the exception.

• Special Exception 26-02 for short-term rental use at 5974 Linglestown Road
• Property located in the Village District
• Applicant: Hui Li, Linglestown Square LLC, 500 Blue Mountain Parkway, Harrisburg, PA

The Zoning Hearing Board approved Special Exception 26-02, allowing two existing residential dwelling units at 5974 Linglestown Road to be used as short-term rentals. The applicant, Hui Li, represented by Jeremy Reichert, plans to use two of four units for Air B&B-style rentals. The motion passed unanimously (5-0).

• Approved Special Exception 26-02 for short-term rentals at 5974 Linglestown Road (5-0)

Board of Supervisors Agendas

The Lower Paxton Township Board of Supervisors is holding a special meeting to interview selected candidates for the vacant supervisor position, followed by deliberation. The agenda includes public comment and announcements, but the primary purpose is the candidate interviews.

• Interview selected candidates for vacant supervisor position
• Public comment period
• Deliberation on candidate selection

Board of Supervisors Agendas

The Lower Paxton Township Board of Supervisors will hold a business meeting with several action items, including accepting a resignation, authorizing advertisement of a fire lane ordinance, approving a change order for asbestos abatement, and appointing a new supervisor. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval, public comment, and payment of bills.

• Acceptance of Jay Purdy's resignation as Vacancy Board Chair
• Authorization to advertise Ordinance 2026-04 amending Ordinance 2003-01 (Fire Lanes)
• Change Order No. 1 for $4,218.00 increase for asbestos abatement at Sewer Operations Facility
• Appointment to fill vacant Supervisor position
• Payment of bills for township and sewer authority

Community Engagement Committee

Board of Supervisors Agendas

The July 14, 2026 Board of Supervisors meeting is cancelled. The agenda lists standard procedural items (call to order, public comment, reports, old/new business, bill payments) but no specific actions or discussions are scheduled. The next business meeting is set for July 21, 2026.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next business meeting: July 21, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.

Historical Commission

The Lower Paxton Township Historical Commission is holding its regular meeting. The agenda includes a presentation by Thomas Lingle, but all old and new business items have been postponed to August. The meeting is largely procedural, with no decisions or discussions on substantive matters.

• Presentation by Thomas Lingle (B. Minsker)
• Old Business postponed to August
• New Business postponed to August
• Public comment period

Board of Supervisors Agendas

The Lower Paxton Township Board of Supervisors will meet to accept a resignation, discuss filling the vacancy, and consider lease agreements for a police vehicle and a dump truck. They will also vote on ratifying a disaster emergency declaration and rescheduling the August meeting.

• Accept resignation of Dr. Charles E. Stuart from Board of Supervisors
• Lease agreement with Santander Bank for 2026 Ford Maverick (police vehicle)
• Lease/purchase agreement with Santander Bank for 2027 Western Star 47X dump truck ($295,000)
• Ratify Declaration of Disaster Emergency 26-02
• Reschedule August 4th meeting to August 3rd due to National Night Out

The Board of Supervisors accepted the resignation of Dr. Charles E. Stuart and discussed a process to fill the vacancy, with applications due July 14 and interviews planned for July 21. The board also approved improvement guarantees, vacated paper streets, authorized vehicle leases, ratified a disaster emergency, and paid bills.

• Accepted resignation of Dr. Charles E. Stuart (4-0)
• Approved Improvement Guarantees for Estates of Union Deposit Subdivision Plan — Extension (unanimous)
• Authorized vacation of certain paper streets (unanimous)
• Authorized lease agreement with Santander Bank for 2026 Ford Maverick (unanimous)
• Authorized lease/purchase agreement with Santander Bank for 2027 Western Star 47 X Dump Truck (unanimous)
• Rescheduled August 4 meeting to August 3 due to National Night Out (unanimous)
• Ratified Declaration of Disaster Emergency (unanimous)
• Approved payment of bills: Township $440,950.02 and Authority $133,848.72 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Lower Paxton Township Planning Commission is meeting to review a preliminary/final subdivision plan for The Four Seasons HOA at the Newside Road Cemetery Site. The agenda also includes routine items such as approval of minutes, old business, and public comment. No other substantive items are listed.

• Preliminary/Final Subdivision Plan for The Four Seasons HOA, Newside Road Cemetery Site

The Lower Paxton Township Planning Commission unanimously recommended approval of the preliminary/final subdivision plan for the Four Seasons HOA Newside Road Cemetery Site (Plan #26-05), subject to general comments from Tri-County Regional Planning. The plan revises and expands the existing Newside Cemetery lot for conveyance to the township, with no improvements proposed. The vote was unanimous.

• Recommended approval of preliminary/final subdivision plan for Four Seasons HOA Newside Road Cemetery Site (Plan #26-05) (unanimous)

Greenway Committee

The Lower Paxton Township Greenway Committee is meeting to discuss and potentially act on several items related to pedestrian and bicycle infrastructure. Key topics include updates on the Prince Street sidewalk/bikeway project, planning for Devonshire Road, a sidewalk waiver ordinance, and trail maintenance. The committee will also review a GIS sidewalk deferral/waiver update and an action items form.

• Prince Street sidewalk/bikeway update
• Devonshire Road planning discussion
• Sidewalk waiver ordinance discussion
• Trail maintenance dates and locations
• GIS sidewalk deferral/waiver update

Arts Council Agendas

The Lower Paxton Township Arts Council is meeting to discuss routine business including minutes approval, a local artist update, and a book discussion. They will also receive a budget update and review upcoming events such as the Star Spangled Spectacular and Fall Festival. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions or proposals listed.

• Budget update
• Upcoming events: July 5 Star Spangled Spectacular, July 15 Parks & Rec Week, Sept. 21 Storywalk, Oct. 3 Fall Festival, Nov. 2 Storywalk, Dec. 5 Jingle Jam
• Book discussion: July 16 – Buckeye by Patrick Ryan; September 17 – review suggested books
• Limelight on Local Artist update

Parks & Recreation Board

The Lower Paxton Township Parks and Recreation Board will meet to approve minutes, hear public comment, and receive updates on the Koons Park pool and other park matters. They will also consider a maintenance proposal from CASA/PA Classics Harrisburg for George Park and hear a report on Greenway Committee activities. The meeting includes a call for volunteers for the Star Spangled Spectacular event on July 5.

• Koons Park Pool update
• CASA / PA Classics Harrisburg – George Park Maintenance Proposal
• Greenway Committee Activities report
• Volunteer opportunity: Star Spangled Spectacular, July 5, 4pm–8pm

Zoning Hearing Board

The Lower Paxton Township Zoning Hearing Board meeting scheduled for June 25, 2026, has been cancelled because no new applications were received. This is a procedural cancellation with no items to be decided or discussed.

• Meeting cancelled due to no new applications

Shade Tree Commission

The Lower Paxton Township Shade Tree Commission will hold a routine meeting to approve May 2026 minutes and discuss the Fall 2026 grant cycle. The only specific agenda item listed is the 'Tree Pennsylvania' grant application for Kohl Park. No other new business, contracts, or ordinances are detailed in the agenda text.

• Discussion of Fall 2026 'Tree Pennsylvania' grant cycle for Kohl Park

Community Engagement Committee

The Community Engagement Committee is meeting to discuss feedback on the Campfire Cinema event, plan Parks & Recreation Month (July 13-18), and assist with gathering business and apartment contact info for a new website business directory. They will also receive updates from various township boards and the Police Department's Community Engagement Team. The meeting includes public comment and approval of previous minutes.

• Campfire Cinema feedback discussion
• Parks & Recreation Month planning (July 13-18)
• Website business directory: CEC members to gather business and apartment property contact info
• Updates from Parks & Rec Board, Arts Council, Greenway Committee, Historical Commission, LP Foundation, Shade Tree Commission
• Police Department Community Engagement Team update

Board of Supervisors Agendas

The Lower Paxton Township Board of Supervisors will hold a business meeting with several action items, including accepting a deed of dedication for Autumn Oaks parkland, approving a service agreement for the Happy Tails Dog Park renovation, awarding contracts for the 2026 paving project and Route 39 adaptive signal improvements, and considering a capital purchase for new breathing apparatus for the fire bureau. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes approval, public comment, and payment of bills.

• Accept deed of dedication for Autumn Oaks parkland
• Approve WAGG service agreement for Happy Tails Dog Park renovation at Kohl Park
• Award contract for 2026 LPT paving project
• Award Route 39 adaptive signal improvements to Herr Signal & Lighting Co., Inc.
• Fire bureau requests capital purchase for replacement of self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA)

The Lower Paxton Township Board of Supervisors unanimously approved three payments: $13,703.25 for checks on demand, $1,123,196.34 for sewer bills, and $2,153,691.63 for township bills. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included an announcement about the July 4th 250th Celebration and adjournment.

• Approved checks on demand payment of $13,703.25 (unanimous)
• Approved sewer bills payment of $1,123,196.34 (unanimous)
• Approved township bills payment of $2,153,691.63 (unanimous)

Board of Supervisors Agendas

The Lower Paxton Township Board of Supervisors is holding a workshop meeting on June 9, 2026. They will consider adopting Resolution 2026-14, which amends the 2016 guidelines for public comment (rules of decorum), and will also consider an employment agreement for the township manager. The meeting includes public comment and routine reports.

• Adoption of Resolution 2026-14 amending public comment guidelines (rules of decorum)
• Consideration of an employment agreement for the Township Manager

The Lower Paxton Township Board of Supervisors unanimously adopted Resolution 2026-14, amending the 2016 Rules of Decorum for public comment, with a revision to reference 'township staff' instead of 'secretary.' The board also approved an employment agreement for Township Manager Michael H. Gossert by a 4-1 vote, with Supervisor Thompson dissenting over the salary increase. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included public comments and announcements about July 4th events.

• Adopted Resolution 2026-14 amending public comment guidelines (unanimous)
• Approved Township Manager employment agreement (4-1, Thompson nay)

Public Safety Committee

The Lower Paxton Township Public Safety Committee is meeting to discuss old and new business, including the replacement of radios and self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) equipment. The agenda also includes reports from local fire companies, EMS, police, and other safety officials. This is a regular committee meeting with no final decisions listed on the agenda.

• Radio Replacement (Kosheba)
• SCBA Replacement (Esposito)
• General Orders (Asst. Chief Esposito)
• Member reports from Colonial Park, Linglestown, and Paxtonia Fire Companies
• Bureau of Fire Monthly Report

The Public Safety Committee approved a motion to finalize a quote and purchase 688 SCBA air packs and regulators, contingent on approval by the Township Supervisors. The committee also unanimously approved two updated general orders (1-18 on awards, 3-8 on lockout/emergencies) and the minutes from the February 2, 2026 meeting. No public comment was heard, and no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved motion to finalize quote and purchase 688 SCBA air packs/regulators, pending Township Supervisors' approval (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved General Order 1-18 on department awards (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved General Order 3-8 on lockout/emergencies (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved minutes from February 2, 2026 Public Safety meeting (unanimous vote)