Edward Boscola, city water and sewer resources director, said Wednesday that a roughly $2 increase in monthly sewer charges would keep the capital fund in good shape, minimize borrowing and contribute to upcoming projects at the wastewater facility.
The township appears to have voted all Democrats into three open seats on its council. Come 2026, the board will likely start adhering to term limits following unofficial results from a ballot question.
Colleen Laird, a lifelong Bethlehem resident and Democrat, brought in 8,336 votes across Lehigh and Northampton counties.
Key costs are borough services and contractual wages. Council also approved a new, three-year recycling contract on Monday.
Looking to address concerns surrounding rising food costs, Hellertown Borough Council on Monday approved a number of additions to its current "Permit To Keep Animals."