Development News for West Goshen, Pennsylvania

Residents Voice Concerns Over Flooding in Westtown Road/Foresight Run Corridor

The Board of Supervisors heard public comment regarding ongoing flooding concerns in the Westtown Road and Foresight Run corridor. Residents, represented by State Foresight Farm, cited recurring flooding, stream bank erosion, and destabilization due to fast-flowing storm water. They expressed concerns about public safety, infrastructure capacity, and the impact of continued upstream development, which increases impervious surfaces and runoff volume. The group requested the township explore acquisition, conservation, or preservation options for 905 Westtown Road, proposing partnerships with private donors and conservation organizations. They highlighted the opportunity to proactively address concerns and create space for flood water storage and wetland restoration.

Lexi Kaplan Recognized for Girl Scout Gold Award Project

The Board of Supervisors discussed and approved Resolution Number 11, 2026, recognizing Lexi Kaplan for achieving her Girl Scout Gold Award. Her project, 'Story Time in the Sun,' involved holding story times during the township's summer camp program, collecting books for a lending library, and volunteering her time to read to children. The project was supported by the township's park and recreation director and assistant director. Lexi Kaplan will also serve as a summer camp counselor.

Aqua Reservoir Meeting Postponed; Drawdown Delayed to September 1st

The Board received an update on the Aqua Reservoir project, noting that Aqua needs more time to resolve legal matters with Westchester Borough regarding the right of first refusal for the reservoir property and to ensure the availability of their professional representatives for a joint public meeting. Consequently, the meeting is rescheduled for August. Due to this delay, the planned drawdown of the reservoir by 8-10 ft has been postponed by two months, to September 1st, pending engineering confirmation that the drawdown can still be completed by the October 1st PADP permit obligation. Additionally, due to a conflict of interest, Buckley Bryan can no longer represent both the borough and the township in the right of first refusal matter, leading to the appointment of conflict counsel for the borough.

Board Approves 510 Sq Ft Drive-Through Coffee Shop at 829 Paley Pike

The Board of Supervisors discussed and approved a land development plan for a 510 sq ft drive-through coffee shop to be constructed at 829 Paley Pike, within the existing Aldi shopping center. The proposal included associated site improvements such as remote access cooler, parking facilities, site lighting, and landscaping. The Planning Commission had previously recommended approval with a vote of 8-1. The coffee shop is a permitted use in the C2 commercial shopping district. Construction is expected to take 96 days, with an opening targeted before Thanksgiving.