Smashed Police Cars and Medieval Times

At the January 28, 2026, Newtown Township Board of Supervisors (BOS) meeting, supervisors approved $283,438.19 in total checks and transfers. The largest share came from the General Fund ($194K), with additional spending across fire protection, hydrants, highway aid, escrow, and capital projects. This item was approved as part of the contentious "Consent Agenda" WITHOUT comment! Key cost drivers this cycle included professional engineering and legal services, utilities (street lights and fire hydrants), and winter operations such as snow plowing and road salt. Police and DPW vehicle repairs were also significant, along with advance deposits for 2026 Adventure Camp recreation programs. Overall, the bills list reflects seasonal winter costs, steady infrastructure expenses, and ongoing planning for capital projects like the Newtown Creek pedestrian crossing, while escrow-funded reviews helped offset private development costs.