This committee was created as a joint venture of Bridgeton, Nockamixon and Tinicum Townships by an ordinance adopted in September of 2000. It is comprised of representatives from all three townships responsible for working with the governments of those townships to study and advise them on decisions affecting the quantity and quality of out Township’s groundwater.
The BNTGMC proposes and conducts scientific studies, regulatory reviews and educational programs. It also works to facilitate coordination of related municipal programs that ensure a safe, reliable and adequate water supply to support intended uses within the capacity of available groundwater resources.
Bridgeton Township Salutes all those past and present from Bridgeton and elsewhere who have heeded the call of their country, and especially those who gave their lives in its defense.
In 1918, on the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month, an armistice, or temporary cessation of hostilities, was declared between the Allied nations and Germany in World War I, then known as “the Great War.”
Commemorated in many countries as Armistice Day the following year, November 11th became a federal holiday in the United States in 1938. In the aftermath of World War II and the Korean War, Armistice Day became known as Veterans Day.
Armistice Day
The Treaty of Versailles was signed on June 28, 1919, marking the official end of World War I. Nonetheless, the armistice date of November 11, 1918, remained in the public imagination as the date that marked the end of the conflict.
One year later, in November 1919, U.S. President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed November 11 as the first commemoration of Armistice Day. The day’s observation included parades and public gatherings, as well as a brief pause in business and school activities at 11 a.m.
On November 11, 1921, an unidentified American soldier killed in the war was buried at Arlington National Cemetery near Washington, D.C. On the same day the previous year, unidentified soldiers were laid to rest at Westminster Abbey in London and at the Arc de Triomphe in Paris.
From Armistice Day to Veterans Day
American effort during World War II saw the greatest mobilization of the U.S. Army, Navy, Marines and Air Force in the nation’s history (more than 16 million people); some 5.7 million more served in the Korean War.
In 1954, after lobbying efforts by veterans’ service organizations, the 83rd U.S. Congress amended the 1938 act that had made Armistice Day a holiday, striking the word “Armistice” in favor of “Veterans.” President Dwight D. Eisenhower signed the legislation on June 1, 1954. From then on, November 11 became a day to honor American veterans of all wars.
BRIDGETON TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORS REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING AGENDA February 12, 2025 In Person & Virtual Via Zoom https://zoom.us/j/97643226924 Meeting ID: 976 4322 6924 CALL TO ORDER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE PUBLIC COMMENTS ON AGENDA ORGANIZATION MEETING REGULAR MEETING APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF the Reorganization & Regular Meeting, January 6, 2025 APPROVAL OF BILLS/PAYROLL – January – $ 35,182.83 & February – $ 10,079.17
APPROVAL OF TREASURER’S REPORT – January, 2025 REPORTS
Fire Company –
Open Space –
Solicitor –
Planning Commission –
Secretary/Treasurer –
B/N/T Groundwater Committee – see “persons to be heard”
Roadmaster –
Zoning Officer – report sent to Supervisors
Emergency Management –
Traffic Committee –
High Falls Creek – OLD BUSINESS
Short Term Rental Ordinance – currently working with the Township Solicitor, Dave Shafkowitz NEW BUSINESS
Discussion of Emergency Medical Services
Request for Fire Police – Plumstead Township – Blaze of Glory 5K Run, Saturday, March 22, 2025
PERSONS TO BE HEARD
Dr. Carrie Manfrino – BNT Groundwater Committee – summary of 2024
Jim Pettincki, President – Bridgeton Township Sportsmen’s Association – construction of drystone masonry wall
PUBLIC COMMENTS ADJOURNMENT Next Regular Meeting March 12, 2025 at 7:00 pm
APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF THERegular Meeting, November 13, 2024
APPROVAL OF BILLS/PAYROLL – $ 37,180.05
APPROVAL OF TREASURER’S REPORT – November, 2024
REPORTS
1. Fire Company –
2. Open Space –
3. Solicitor –
4. Planning Commission –
5. Secretary/Treasurer –
6. B/N/T Groundwater Committee –
7. Roadmaster –
8. Zoning Officer – report sent to Supervisors
9. Emergency Management –
10. Traffic Committee –
11. High Falls Creek –
OLD BUSINESS
1. Short Term Rental Ordinance – currently working with the Township Solicitor, Dave Shafkowitz
2. Road Master Position
3. Resolution No. 2024-5
“A Resolution of the Board of Supervisors of Bridgeton Township, Bucks County, Pennsylvania, Designating Gard Holby, Supervisor, Chair and Sheryl Patterson, Secretary/Treasurer as the Officials to Execute All Documents and Agreements Between Bridgeton Township and the Commonwealth Financing Authority to Facilitate and Assist in Obtaining the Requesting Grant” has been approved and the LSA grant has been filed.
NEW BUSINESS
1. Motion to approve the Red Cross Agreement designating the emergency use of the Bridgeton Township Municipal Building.
2. Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2024-6, “A Resolution Increasing Tax Collector Percentage from 4.5% to 5%.”
3. Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2024-7, “A Resolution for the Allocation of the ARPA Funds”
4. Motion to adopt Resolution No. 2024-8, “ A Resolution for Raising Supervisor Pay to $ 200 Per Month.
5. Motion to adopt Resolution 2024-9, “A Resolution of the Board of Supervisors of BridgetonTownship, Bucks County, Pennsylvania Establishing the Annual Millage Rate on Real Property Within Bridgeton Township and Providing for the Adoption of the Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2025.”
6. Adoption of the 2025 Budget.
7. Motion to Appoint CPA Jeffrey Weiss of Zelenkofske Axelrod LLC Certified Public Accountants to Perform 2024 Municipal Audit.
8. Motion to release fire tax – $ 26,000 to the Upper Black Eddy Fire Company
9. Motion to release $ 1,000 to the Eastern Upper Bucks Senior Center
10. Motion to release $ 20,000 to Upper Bucks Regional EMS in January, 2025
11. Appointment of Barbara Wagenmann – to work for Township
The Bridgeton Township Supervisor’s will convene a short, special meeting on Monday, November 25th, 2024, at 7PM in the township building to consider a resolution to request a grant from the State to assist in the purchase of 2 new, solar-powered radar signs and a solar-powered message board.
BRIDGETON TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORS REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING AGENDA November 13, 2024 In Person & Virtual Via Zoom https://zoom.us/j/97643226924 Meeting ID: 976 4322 6924
CALL TO ORDER PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE PUBLIC COMMENTS ON AGENDA REGULAR MEETING APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF THE Regular Meeting, October 23, 2024 APPROVAL OF BILLS/PAYROLL – $ 10,096.91 APPROVAL OF TREASURER’S REPORT – October, 2024 REPORTS
Fire Company –
Open Space –
Solicitor –
Planning Commission –
Secretary/Treasurer –
B/N/T Groundwater Committee –
Roadmaster –
Zoning Officer – report sent to Supervisors
Emergency Management –
Traffic Committee –
High Falls Creek – OLD BUSINESS 1. Short Term Rental Ordinance – currently working with the Township Solicitor, Dave Shafkowitz
Road Master Position NEW BUSINESS
Motion to Advertise Intent to Appoint a Certified Public Accountant to Complete 2024 Audit
Motion to Advertise Proposed 2025 Budget is Available for Inspection PUBLIC COMMENTS ADJOURNMENT
