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Civic issues
Topics getting the most attention in Bristol Township public meetings, ranked by how frequently they come up.
Blight Designation for 5606 Tremont Street
The planning commission will review seven residential properties across Levittown and Croydon to determine if they should be recommended to the council for blighted property designation. This process is a key step in addressing neglected or deteriorated housing in the township.
Commercial Property Lot Line and Parking Adjustments
Liberty Tech is applying to use an M-1 light manufacturing property in Levittown as an employee parking lot for workers from three nearby addresses.
Traffic Safety and Speeding on Newportville Road
Residents of Mayfield Terrace raised serious safety concerns regarding heavy cut-through traffic, speeding vehicles, and commercial trucks violating weight limits on Old Rodgers Road, presenting a petition for traffic calming measures.
Storage Container Storage & Enforcement Appeal
Walter Rybas sought temporary relief to keep metal storage containers on a residential property, but the board denied the appeal, supporting code enforcement.
Park Renaming in Honor of Fallen Firefighter
Firefighters Park is being officially renamed to honor firefighter John S. Buranich III, marking 50 years since his line-of-duty death. Additionally, the township is partnering with Bucks County on planning and grants for Humphreys Park and Sarah Johnson Park.
Major Commercial and Industrial Redevelopment Projects
The council approved parking and loading reconfigurations for a vacant industrial warehouse at 3001 State Road to attract a major tenant.
Proposed Car Wash Traffic Concerns
Residents expressed strong opposition to a proposed car wash at 555 South Oxford Valley Road, citing severe traffic congestion and cut-through driving.
Traffic Safety and Speeding on Old Rodgers Road
Residents from Mayfield Terrace presented a petition signed by neighbors asking the township to address heavy cut-through traffic, speeding, and commercial truck weight limit violations on Old Rodgers Road.
Impervious Surface and Property Variance Compliance
The board addressed property variance requests involving excessive impervious surface coverage from driveways, sheds, pools, and patios. Homeowners were advised on strict lot coverage limits and stormwater management requirements.
Subdivision and New Home Construction at 714 River Road
A developer is planning to demolish an older home on Dixon Avenue and split the property into two lots to build two new single-family homes with modern stormwater management.
Commercial Car Wash Sketch Plan at 555 S. Oxford Valley Road
Flagship Pennsylvania Propco presented early plans to build a 35-foot-tall car wash with automated pay stations and vacuums. Commissioners stressed the need for community outreach, sound mitigation, and careful traffic management.
Veterans Support Organization Community Center
Salute 2 Service Inc. gained approval to open a veteran support center on Veterans Highway, offering community outreach, food assistance, and resources.
Expansion of Autism Educational Services at Grundys Lane
Potential, Inc. gained approval to open an autism education and pre-K center on Grundys Lane, expanding critical Medicaid-accepting services for children.
Residential Neighborhood Protection and Traffic Safety on Buchanan Avenue
Residents strongly pushed back against a commercial setback variance on Buchanan Avenue, arguing that increased commercial traffic and large trucks threaten children's safety and disrupt a quiet family neighborhood.
Sewer System Upgrades and Connection Management Plan
Inframark and Gilmore Associates reported major progress in reducing stormwater inflow and achieving a 90% release from the DEP Connection Management Plan, alongside ongoing pump station rehabilitation.
Duplex Residential Conversion
Developers are turning an old tavern and rooming house into six apartments, which neighbors and board members hope will bring a nicer look and less late-night noise to the area.
Randall Avenue Bridge & Haines Road Bridge Planning
The township is utilizing $1.4 million in preliminary engineering grants from PennDOT to evaluate the Randall Avenue Bridge and plan for a future Haines Road bridge extension.
Public Safety
Chief Winik presented the 2025 police report, highlighting increased officer proactivity, shift adjustments that saved over $470,000 in overtime, and new community programs like the Police Athletic League.
U-Haul Storage Facility Expansion on Durham Road
Amerco Real Estate is moving forward with a multi-phase mini-warehouse and U-Box storage facility on Durham Road after five years of planning. The project features an 18,000 square-foot building, strict limits on outdoor truck and trailer storage, and enhanced landscaping.