Maple Shade Council Advances Infrastructure and Safety Initiatives

The Maple Shade Town Council meeting focused on initiatives including infrastructure improvements, safety measures, and development projects, with the council addressing public concerns and emphasizing transparency. The meeting saw progress on several fronts, notably the announcement of a new electrical substation on Route 73 to improve power outage responses, the review of a second retail cannabis application, and the advancement of the King’s Highway water plant replacement project.

The council discussed the plans for constructing a new substation by local power company PSNG, which has become a critical step in addressing the township’s recent power outages. The importance of this substation was underscored by the council, highlighting the need for residents to be well-informed about PSNG’s restoration priorities and procedures. This conversation dovetailed into a broader discussion on the township’s development and infrastructure.

In terms of development, the council took a moment to clear up misconceptions regarding the purchase of a property on Old Kings Highway. The acquisition, which was initially misunderstood by some to be for a cannabis cultivation site, was clarified to be for the King’s Highway water plant replacement project. The project is designed to bolster the township’s water system resiliency and fulfill the community’s water demand, supported by federal funds that were secured earlier in the year.

The township’s approach to cannabis was also on the agenda as the Cannabis Review Committee received a second retail application package, which is scheduled for review shortly.

In the realm of recreational infrastructure, the completed overhaul and repair of the sprinkler systems at township recreation fields and parks were mentioned. This development frees the Youth Sports organization from the burden of maintenance responsibilities.

Further infrastructure talks included the acceptance of bids for the 2024 miscellaneous roadway pavement restoration project. The review of bid packages is currently underway, signaling ongoing attention to the township’s road maintenance and improvement.

Safety was another point of emphasis during the meeting. With summer in full swing, the council stressed the importance of safety reminders, especially concerning children and pets in the hot weather. A council member shared insights from attending a risk management conference. Enhanced security measures were confirmed for the upcoming fireworks event, a response to recent incidents in neighboring towns, and support for legislation targeting disruptive events was voiced.

The council also touched on administrative matters, announcing the commencement of summer hours for administrative offices and confirming an upcoming site plan review. The shift to summer hours will see Friday closures of administrative offices, which is a seasonal adjustment to better align with community and staff needs.

During the public comments portion, a resident’s concern about an engineer’s absence and a proposal to tap into the township’s sewer system was addressed. The council conveyed that a study to determine feasibility and cost would be necessary, with the township taking responsibility for the study rather than the homeowners.

To round out the meeting, the council approved several consent agenda items, which included authorizing engineering services for stormwater improvements, grant requests for road closures, renewing liquor licenses, and resolutions urging a crackdown on ‘boom car’ parties. Additionally, the council approved the expenditure list and released a performance guarantee for repairs to the wastewater treatment plant’s chlorine tanks.

Note: This meeting summary was generated by AI, which can occasionally misspell names, misattribute actions, and state inaccuracies. This summary is intended to be a starting point and you should review the meeting record linked above before acting on anything you read. If we got something wrong, let us know. We’re working every day to improve our process in pursuit of universal local government transparency.
Mayor:
Steve Schmidt
City Council Officials:
Deputy Nelson Wiest, Charles Kauffman, Sandy Nunes, Claire Volpe, Township Manager

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