Development News for Lititz, Pennsylvania

Cargill Litz Approved for Small Building Addition

Cargill Litz submitted a revised final land development plan for a small building addition and improvements. The addition is 240 sq ft and will house external piping and equipment, not an occupied space. New impervious area is just over 400 sq ft, offset by the removal of existing parking elsewhere on site. The project requires a waiver from the subdivision and land development ordinance regarding financial security due to the low cost of the project (just over $1,000), which would primarily cover temporary E&S controls. The project is located near the borough maintenance building, adjacent to an existing structure with external piping. The addition is enclosed, and no significant noise is anticipated. The project was approved with a waiver for financial security.

Infrastructure Updates: Runabout Line Project Nears Bidding, Rail Trail Funding Secured, Front Street Curbs to be Replaced

The runabout line project is ready for a pre-bid meeting, pending state grant consultant signoffs for reimbursement. The draft transportation improvement plan for the county is out for public comment until May 30th, with 70% of comments favoring the rail trail. The plan, which includes $900,000 for rail trail construction in 2029-2030, is expected to be approved by the Metropolitan Planning Organization in June. Additionally, contractors will begin working on curb replacement on Front Street from Cedar Street starting June 1st, with no anticipated road closures during this work. Water and sewer tours for June 9th and 11th are sold out. Residents inquired about the borough's water supply and the potential impact of AI data centers on water consumption, with the explanation that the supply is groundwater from seven wells and any large withdrawals require council approval and are governed by the Susquehanna Regional Basin Commission to prevent aquifer depletion.

Police Department Secures Federal Grant for Bulletproof Vest Replacement

The police department was approved for a federal grant to offset the cost of replacing bulletproof vests, which have a 5-year shelf life. This is the first time the department has received this grant in several years. The department has secured approximately $20,000 in revenue from various grant streams in the first few months of the year.

New Officer Sworn In to Litzboro Police Department

Officer Luis Castillo was sworn into the Litzboro Police Department. He has a background in law enforcement since 2018 and served in various police departments, including Delaware County Courthouse and Park Police, and Bethl Township Police Department. He is also a Staff Sergeant in the Pennsylvania Army National Guard, serving since 2015, where he oversees maintenance of Blackhawk and Chinook helicopters. His military service includes an overseas deployment from 2020-2021. He previously worked with Pyaseki Aircraft Corporation on experimental aircraft.