Overview: In a recent Upper Township Council meeting, the Upper Township varsity football team was honored for their undefeated season, while the council also advanced discussions on the upcoming budget, with a projected minimal tax increase of 1. 4% and a focus on managing debt service and employee obligations. The meeting also spotlighted the completion of public projects such as the installation of field lights and beach improvements, along with the approval of professional development for municipal employees and consent agenda items including the declaration of the gypsy moth as a public nuisance.