At the Nov. 4 Moore Township Board of Supervisors meeting, township Manager Nicholas C. Steiner reported the 2022 budget will not contain a property tax hike, thanks to the federal American Rescue Plan providing $493,000 for two successive years to Moore Township.

In addition to shoring up the township’s budget, a number of purchases will take place, such as potentially providing about $100,000 to the fire department for lost revenue, increasing IT capability for the township police department, about $50,000 for an electronic digital sign by the township municipal building and upgrading stormwater management challenges within Moore. Additional projects may also get funding.

Pool Road and Pheasant Drive reportedly continues to be an issue regarding people turning left from Pheasant Drive onto Pool Road. The turn is illegal, and neighbors say they fear a deadly accident.

The township is working with its engineer to develop a solution that makes the intersection safe. Township Engineer Kevin Horvath noted Pennsylvania Department of Transportation may have to be involved in the solution.

Police Chief Gary West noted the need for two new police cars. In his report for October, he said there were 412 incidents resulting in five arrests - three DUIs and two trespassing. He reported nine motor vehicle accidents and 106 traffic citations.

The fire department report, provided by Jason Harhart, noted there were 42 fire calls including five fires and five motor vehicle accidents. There were 73 ambulance calls.

The public works department reported road paving was done for the year, and the leaf collecting season is underway. Residents are asked to rake their leaves into piles so they can be picked up.

Supervisor Richard K. Gable said there has been a change in the hours of operation at First Regional Compost Authority. Visit frcaweb.org. Gable also reported a new director is in the selection process.

The recreation commission requested a $400-a-day fee to rent the disc golf course at the recreation complex. This prompted Supervisor David Shaffer to ask how that fee amount was determined. Recreation leader Michael Tirrell noted that is what is charged to rent one of the other athletic fields for a day.

Gable reported the historical commission had the shutters painted on the Edelman School, and the recent Oktoberfest raised about $2,200.

The land and environmental protection board is working to preserve another 52 acres of farmland. The Kerbacher farm was appraised for purchase.

The next Moore Township Board of Supervisors meeting is 6 p.m. Dec. 7 at the municipal building, 2491 Community Drive, Bath.