The Bristol Township Council approved a little more than $6 million in financing to repair roads, improvements to the township building and the purchase of three ambulances for the Levittown -Fairless Hills Rescue Squad.
Financing by the Delaware Regional Finance Authority, at a fixed rate of 2.45 percent, will enable the township to pay off the loan over 20 years.
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Township solicitor Randy Flager called it a “phenomenal rate.”
Four million is earmarked for work to be done on 20-25 miles of township roads and improvements to drainage systems.
Township Manager Bill McCauley said 88 miles of the townships 177 miles need resurfacing .
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McCauley pointed 62 miles have not had any work on them since they were constructed when the town was originally built by Bill Levitt. in the 50’s.
“There have been years and years of neglect,” he said.
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“This is a comprehensive plan to move the township forward…we are trying to rebuild…,” said Councilman Craig Bowen.
A list of the roads to be worked will be created and should be ready for presentation at the next council meeting, township engineer Larry Young said .
Two million dollars will be used for improvements to the township building, including the construction of a controlled entrance way for police to use to transfer individuals in custody.
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The ordinance was approved with Councilman Rick Pluta voting “no” and Councilman Tony Tucker abstaining.
Funds for the three Levittown -Fairless Hills Rescue Squad ambulances, amounting to $80,000, will be paid back to the township by the company.
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Also covered, council unanimously approved a letter of support for the Pennsylvania Environmental Council which is seeking grant money to remove obstructions along the Delaware Canal tow path.
Part of PEC’s plan calls for the creation of a pedestrian crossing at Green Lane.
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According to PEC Executive Director Patrick Starr, maintenance for the township will be minimal.
