Development News for Willistown, Pennsylvania

Township Awards Contract for 2026 Intersection Improvements Amidst Machine Use Inquiry

The board approved awarding the 2026 intersection improvements contract to Guide Mark B for $11,005. A resident questioned why the township's own line painting machine wasn't used, but it was explained that the machine is typically reserved for smaller jobs on residential streets, and the current project involves major highways like Route 30, posing significant risks for internal crews. Using a professional team for traffic control and efficient completion on major routes was deemed safer and more practical.

Township Receives $10,000 Grant for Okahawki Preserve Reforestation Project

The township has been awarded a $10,000 PICO Green Region Grant to fund a reforestation project at Okahawki Preserve. This project will involve planting native trees and shrubs along the woodline and will seek volunteers for assistance in the fall. The reforestation effort is intended to complement the ongoing meadow restoration project at the preserve.

Township Approves May 8th Expenditures List Including Tree Experts, U.S. Bank, and Landscaping Costs

The board approved the list of expenditures dated May 8th, 2026. Notable expenses included $7,900 to Hoard Tree Experts for tree removal at 667 House Down, U.S. Bank payments totaling $10,135 and $146,500 for unspecified reasons, electrical inspection payments represented by checks 12693 and 1295, and $1,478 to Spring Run Farm for administration building shrubs. Debt service payments to U.S. Bank were also discussed.

Police Report Details Weekend Burglaries and Accident Statistics

Lieutenant Steve Jones reported on recent burglaries along the King Street/King Road corridor, involving three businesses. This is part of a larger multi-jurisdictional investigation across Chester County. The police department also handled 12 accidents last month, two of which involved deer.