Public comments at the Feb. 1 Upper Milford Township Supervisors meeting focused on concerns regarding the Maple Ridge Development and water flow issues, specifically on flooding and erosion with all the construction taking place.

One resident asked questions related to a recent incident, asking the board, “Why is the developer allowed to discharge thousands of gallons of water that impacts the lower land? Can the township require that the developer divert the channel it has created so that it is directed away from our property?”

Township Manager Bud Carter explained there had recently been a dewatering of the ponds and the quality of the soil played a role in water retention and flow. He assured residents he would send township engineers to the site to see what is happening.

A presentation on the Jasper Ridge Development in relation to parking by representatives of Keystone Engineers led to more questions than answers.

Community parking remains an issue, especially to proximity of properties. Parking restrictions and one-side of the street parking plans have been presented to the Homeowners Association but no progress has been made.

Discussions on how to enforce parking regulations were also raised.

Supervisor Angela Ashbrook spoke about her own experiences of the hazards related to double-side parking in these types of developments, such as garbage collection.

Supervisor John Zgura raised parking concerns for guests.

Although they could not speak to the original concept, the Keystone representatives noted this was a classic example of how issues are now being brought to light as more and more people are moving into the development.

A discussion on how to raise money for the fire companies was discussed between the supervisors at the request of Zgura. Supervisor Daniel Mohr raised his concern about a fire tax and would rather see other options, such as grants, considered. Arguing road improvements and other township needs also need to be addressed, something feasible to help the fire companies must be considered.

Zgura’s key point was a number needs to be put out on the table of what is needed to help both fire companies, allowing for a more realistic discussion.

It was agreed supervisors would continue their discussion at the next meeting scheduled Feb. 15.

The fourth annual Tee Time at Emmaus Public Library will take place 6-9 p.m. March 8 for adults. There is a charge which includes an adult beverage.

The family-friendly Tee Time will take place 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. March 9. There is a cost to attend.