Development News for Ferguson, Pennsylvania

Ferguson Township Proclaims June 2026 as Gun Violence Awareness Month

The Ferguson Township Board of Supervisors proclaimed June 2026 as Gun Violence Awareness Month. The proclamation highlights statistics on gun violence, the number of children living in homes with access to unsecured firearms, and the preventable nature of these tragedies through safe firearm storage. The board urged residents to recognize the importance of gun violence prevention and safe firearm storage.

Regional Growth Boundary Sewer Service Area Expansion Discussion at Executive Committee

The executive committee discussed the regional growth boundary sewer service area expansion at Innovation Park. Each municipality was asked to discuss the request individually. A unit vote requiring at least five of the six municipalities' affirmative votes will occur at the next general forum meeting. Supervisor White noted that his concerns about non-sewer-related issues are irrelevant to the upcoming vote, as the purview is limited to sewer requirements, a point clarified by the executive director. He stated his personal stance on the matter will not be influenced by sewer considerations.

Upcoming Community Events and Calendar Items Announced

The Board of Supervisors reviewed upcoming calendar items, including a Cecil Irvine Park Community Workshop, the Ferguson Township Future Land Use Map open house and joint session with the Planning Commission, Juneteenth, the Ferguson 225th celebration, and the Kaboom Playground Build Day. The township offices will be closed on Friday, June 19th for Juneteenth.

New Committee Appointments Discussed: Land Use and Climate Action Focus

The Board of Supervisors discussed the merging of the Lucy committee and a new committee involving land use and climate action. Supervisor White expressed interest in leading the land use aspect, offering support for Supervisor Stevens on the climate action side. They agreed to formalize this appointment at the next meeting on June 16th. The COG will be notified of their intentions.