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The Township reported two Statewide Local Share Account grants totaling $345,000: $145,000 for a senior shuttle through North Hills Community Outreach and $200,000 for a new aerial truck for the Hampton Volunteer Fire Department. Council also discussed whether to bid out garbage and recycling services after Waste Management offered a 2027 rate freeze instead of an 8.3% increase.
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The grants are intended to support senior transportation and fire-service equipment, with the Township facilitating agreements with the recipient organizations. Council discussed collecting new bids for garbage and recycling because of customer-service concerns, while also considering service details such as automated collection, cart ownership, bulk pickup, and hazardous-waste services. The minutes record discussion and recommendations but no final votes on these items.
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