The Lower Milford Township Board of Supervisors convened for its regular meeting April 18 delving into an agenda filled with financial updates, community reports, old and new business and correspondence.

A large crowd was in attendance regarding the resident petitions from Hosensack and Limeport. A meeting was previously held with the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation and the township. This was to review ideas to slow or stop truck traffic on and near the Limeport Pike and King’s Highway intersection.

PennDOT did not commit to a limit on permit loads. They also said a truck restriction was not feasible nor was lowering the speed limit in that area. PennDOT’s representatives showcased data that did not meet the requirement for a restriction. They are reviewing other options, but no word has been heard yet.

The township will reach out to the local state representative to request heavier enforcement of the road by the state police.

Township Administrator Emily Fucci said she discussed setting up speed display signs along the roadway with PennDOT. They were receptive to the idea and agreed signs could be installed; however, exact locations still need to be chosen. The township is responsible for the purchase and placement of signs.

Residents felt PennDOT’s data collection on King’s Highway was incorrect due to not surveying the area during full rush hour time periods. They said PennDOT also excluded the number of accidents that occur on Limeport Pike and King’s Highway. A resident stated, “Does someone have to die for something to be done?”

Another resident felt PennDOT does not care about the residents who live in the area and only look at deaths in the area. Others stated they were scared to walk outside due to the excessive speeding on King’s Highway and on Milky Way.

Speed bumps and a no-truck sign are being installed soon on Milky Way, which potentially could ease some of the reported problems. There will be further discussion and action on the issue at the next meeting.

Following this, the supervisors read the treasurer’s report for March 31 which shed light on the township’s financial health, showcasing various funds. The general fund stood at $1,824,949, with other notable funds including the sewer fund at $123,387 and the fire fund at $210,918. The board then authorized the payment of April bills.

Next, administrative matters were addressed, with reports from the township administrator, zoning, public works and administrative assistant highlighting the township’s ongoing functions and projects.

The Macungie Ambulance report and fire company report were also provided. There were four calls responded to by the Macungie Ambulance.

The public works department installed a 35 mph sign on Eberhard Road.

Several items under both old and new business were on the agenda. Notably, discussions focused on the awarding of bids for the township office roof replacement and the awarding of road project bids. It was decided the roof bid would be tabled, as more information still needs to be gathered.

The road bid advertised for single-seal coating went to Asphalt Maintenance Solutions, estimated at $126,283. The aggregate road bids went to Highway Materials and New Enterprise Stone and Lime.

The last item was an over-the-cap payment request for the Urffer/Bales Farm. The township pays $100 per acre which is over the cap. The request was for $4,284, which will come out of the general fund. This will help preserve the farm.

New business included an appeal for a special exception for a home-related business called Homestead Fencing. This was sent to the zoning hearing board.

The next item was for the review of agricultural security areas, which occurs every seven years. This will be reviewed in a meeting by the agricultural security board.

The board also addressed a request for community assistance, including Milford Township’s appeal for fire police assistance during the Milford Township Volunteer Fire Company annual carnival June 18-22 and the Milford Township annual AG-Daze Sept. 14.

Correspondence from various entities was received, such as the April Social Security newsletter and a flyer for the Lehigh County Conservation District’s Free Household Hazardous Waste Event, which will be held 10 a.m. to noon April 27.

The meeting concluded with an opportunity for public comments. A question was asked about replacing the metal bridge on Limeport Pike and the board responded PennDOT is planning to do this in 2026. With the agenda items complete, the meeting was adjourned.

Residents are encouraged to visit the Lower Milford Township website for more information and detailed meeting minutes. The next Lower Milford Township board of supervisors regular meeting will be held 6:30 p.m. May 16.