Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Bristol Township public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
11 issues with high priority
Blight Remediation on Tremont Street
Seven vacant homes with liens, delinquent taxes and no water service were recommended for blight designation, letting the township pursue rehab or demolition. The township's vacant-home count has fallen from 204 in 2015 to 20 today.
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.
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.