Township officials seek public’s input

PLYMOUTH » Plymouth Township officials are calling on residents to weigh in on the future of the Township’s capital needs, including much needed renovations to the municipal building.

For nearly half a century, the building has been the central hub for township services and law enforcement. In the early days, 60 people worked in the 27,500 square foot building. Today the building, composed of one floor and a partial basement, houses nearly 100 employees, including police officers on duty 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Yet the building is in desperate need of renovation to ensure safety and compliance with environmental and accessibility standards.

The most fiscally responsible options for funding these renovations will be evaluated carefully, with the idea of selling the Township’s sewer system being one possible option. No decisions will be made, however, without community input and careful deliberation.

That’s why members of the Plymouth Township Council are inviting residents to join them for a series of informational sessions titled “Reaching Out, Planning Ahead: A Collaborative Meeting to Discuss the Capital Needs of Plymouth Township.”

The meetings are scheduled for Monday, May 21 at the Plymouth Fire Company, 1323 Colwell Lane, Conshohocken, PA 19428 at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m.; and again Wednesday, May 23 at the Greater Plymouth Community Center, 2910 Jolly Road, Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462 at 3 p.m. and 7 p.m. Topics will include: • The Township municipal building’s current conditions, including a cost-prohibitive electric heating and cooling system, flooding problems and numerous space limitations

• The renovation options being considered

• Cost-saving funding options for the project without raising taxes, which includes the possibility of selling the Township sewer system

• Next steps in the decision-making process

“Every option regarding the direction of this project is on the table at this point,” said Council Chairman Martin J. Higgins. “We know we don’t want to raise taxes, but we also know this aging building needs some significant improvements to support public safety and accommodate growth. That’s why the public’s input is a vital part of this process.”

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