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On December 11, 2025, the Worcester Township Planning Commission reviewed a sketch plan for a 32-acre conservation subdivision at the corner of Berks Road and Bean Road, which proposes 12 lots on property currently zoned Agricultural. The Commission discussed various elements including lot configuration, yard requirements, steep slope analysis, and access provisions, with the applicant required to submit detailed field surveys and environmental studies at the preliminary plan stage, including PennDOT approval for the single proposed access point onto Berks Road. The Commission expressed support for the proposed contiguous open space layout to be privately maintained by a homeowners association.
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At its June 18, 2025 business meeting, the Worcester Township Board of Supervisors unanimously approved the consent agenda including May 2025 financial reports and a bill payment of $314,883.00, and authorized advertisement of two zoning ordinance amendments addressing accessory structures and childcare centers in commercial districts. The board awarded the 2025 road program bid to Heidelberg Materials Northeast LLC for $1,029,395.60 and approved the Westrum preliminary land development plan for a 45-townhome age-targeted housing project on Trooper and Germantown Pike in a 2-1 vote, with Supervisor Betz opposing due to concerns about zoning precedent and resident impact. The board also unanimously approved the Windy Hill preliminary/final subdivision plan for two residential lots and authorized DEP planning module authorization for the same project.
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The Worcester Township Planning Commission held its July 24, 2025 meeting where commissioners unanimously approved corrected May 22 meeting minutes and decided to table the DePaul farm improvement plan application at 1616 Whitehall Road pending applicant appearance after resolving zoning issues. The Commission directed staff to integrate a draft sign ordinance with existing revisions and prepare it for review, focusing initially on definitions while ensuring proper use of enforcement language, and also requested staff to assemble a comprehensive binder of all Township-owned properties with photographs, histories, and restrictions for each parcel.
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On May 22, 2025, the Worcester Township Planning Commission unanimously approved the preliminary land development plan for Westrum Development's Trooper Ridge project, a proposed for-sale townhome community on Trooper Road and Germantown Pike that will retain one existing home while developing the remaining area into high-end townhomes. Key conditions of approval include compliance with review letters from external agencies, submission of architectural renderings and a guest parking analysis, and exploration of passive amenities such as trails; the applicant acknowledged an $81,250 traffic impact fee and agreed to prohibit unauthorized modifications through homeowners' association documents. Commission members addressed concerns regarding limited guest parking and amenities, with the applicant proposing sidewalks throughout, discussing potential overflow parking arrangements with a nearby church, and committing to further discussions with staff on feasibility of additional amenities.
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The Central Massachusetts Regional Planning Commission held a virtual quarterly meeting on November 14, 2024, with officers, regional delegates, and numerous staff and guests in attendance. The primary business conducted was the approval of the September 12, 2024 quarterly meeting minutes, with a minor correction to the "Call to Order" section terminology, which passed unanimously with six abstentions. The meeting was called to order at 7:02 p.m. and adjourned at 7:12 p.m. after completing all scheduled business.
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Aug 22, 2024
The Worcester Township Planning Commission met on November 9, 2023, to discuss open space utilization and a presentation from FC MontCo Youth Soccer Club, which serves approximately 650 children in the Methacton school district and requested support for additional playing fields to accommodate growing youth participation. The Commission agreed to assemble address lists for nearby residents of two properties under consideration (3335 Fisher Road and the Griffith Property) to solicit input on future use, and requested survey data and information from the Comprehensive Plan to inform potential uses. The discussion identified needs for approximately 12-15 soccer fields, with shared parking and field lighting identified as key considerations for the Township to research as it evaluates available open space options.
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Apr 25, 2024
The Worcester Township Planning Commission held a reorganization meeting on March 28, 2024, where Tony Sherr was appointed Chair, Michelle Greenwalt as Vice Chair, and Mr. Koch as Secretary. The Commission reviewed revised preliminary plans for the City View Apartments project (LD 2022-01) proposing two four-story apartment buildings with a combined 144 units on Germantown Pike, but directed the applicant to revise several items and resubmit without making a recommendation; the proposal also received public opposition from three residents. Additionally, the Commission heard a presentation from the Pennsylvania Sports and Cultural Tennis Association regarding tennis and pickleball facilities in the Township.
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On September 27, 2018, the Worcester Township Planning Commission approved the Preliminary/Final Plan of Lot Consolidation for Westrum on Trooper Road, which included discussion of a proposed second dwelling unit and preservation of an existing barn on the property. The Commission held substantial debate on a proposed Center Point Village Ordinance, with Chair Todd, Mr. Sherr, and Ms. Greenawalt all expressing disapproval of the ordinance as written, citing concerns about housing density and design standards, while several residents commented on issues including walkability, traffic, restrictive design standards, and the process used to develop the ordinance.
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On August 23, 2018, the Worcester Township Planning Commission approved the June 28 and July 26 meeting minutes, recommended preliminary plan approval for Sparango Construction's project (LD 2016-05) with conditions including waivers from curb and sidewalk specifications, subject to standing review letters, in a 3-1 vote. The Commission also unanimously approved a Preliminary/Final Plan of Lot Consolidation for Griffiths – Township Line Road (LD 2018-04), and noted that the Palmer subdivision application may be reviewed at the September 27 meeting.
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The Worcester Township Board of Supervisors held a business meeting on July 26, 2023, at which all three supervisors were present and unanimously approved a consent agenda including June 2023 financial reports and bills totaling $459,145.41. The board also unanimously approved Resolutions 2023-15 and 2023-16 related to the Valley Forge Road Corridor Improvement Project, which are necessary to preserve tax credits for properties assessed under Act 319 (agricultural tax benefits) that will be partially affected by the road project. Additionally, the board approved assessment appeals for two properties totaling approximately $16.00, while tabling a motion regarding Valley Forge Road Corridor deeds pending County Conservation District approvals.
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On June 19, 2019, the Worcester Township Board of Supervisors approved monthly financial reports and bills totaling $245,637.69 for May 2019, and awarded a bid for the Defford Road Park Basin Project to G&B Construction as the lowest responsive and responsible bidder. The meeting included public comment on stormwater concerns, ordinance matters, and record retention requirements, with the Township Solicitor addressing insurance claim procedures and litigation-related issues.
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On January 2, 2018, the Worcester Township Board of Supervisors held a reorganization meeting where they made several leadership appointments: Susan Caughlan was appointed Temporary Chair, Tommy Ryan as Temporary Secretary, Richard DeLello as Chair of the Board for 2018 (approved 2-1, with Caughlan dissenting due to his lack of prior supervisory experience), and Caughlan as Vice Chair. The Board also unanimously approved various official and volunteer position appointments as outlined in the Township Manager's memo. Public comment was provided by residents Jim Mollick and Bob Andorn regarding the Chair appointment and Planning Commission considerations.
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Worcester Township Board of Supervisors held a business meeting on November 18, 2020, at which they approved the October 2020 Treasurer's Report and bills totaling $974,210.32. The Board appointed Lou Betz to fill a vacant Township Supervisor position with a term expiring January 3, 2022, following a selection process conducted through executive sessions. The Board had previously discussed procedures and candidate qualifications for the appointment but did not interview candidates during the open session.
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On May 16, 2018, the Worcester Township Board of Supervisors held a business meeting where they approved a consent agenda including April 2018 financial reports totaling $257,814.35 in bill payments and previous meeting minutes. The board also discussed Resolution 2018-19 regarding the Whitehall Estates subdivision project, a 39-unit development on Whitehall Road and Potshop Road. Prior to the meeting, the board met in executive session to address potential litigation regarding a code violation, ongoing litigation (DiGenova v. Worcester Township), and a potential township property sale, with a decision on the litigation matter to be made during the business meeting.
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