Rising township legal fees and frivolous complaints
Summary
Legal spending hit $415,000 this year against a $155,000 budget, and residents blame unfounded complaints filed by a supervisor. Kessler wants a resolution allowing cost recovery; Campbell says existing legal remedies suffice but promised to discuss it with staff.
At a glance
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- Last 30 days
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Discussed at 1 meeting in the last 60 days; most recently Nov 10, 2026.
Impact analysis
Legal fees are running about $260,000 over budget this year.
Taxpayers would benefit if frivolous legal costs could be recovered or prevented.
Anyone who might later file a complaint against the township could face reimbursement liability.
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