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Deer Mitigation Program

Abington police presented statistics showing a sharp rise in deer-related complaints and vehicle accidents over the past five years. To address safety concerns and over-browsing, the board voted to approve two emergency controlled archery hunts at Alverthorpe Park before the season ends.

4 mentionsLast discussed Aug 13, 2026

HighPublic Safety

Proposed Fire Code Ordinance Update

Fire Marshal Platz presented an ordinance update to replace the 30-year-old BOCA fire code with the 2021 International Fire Code. The update introduces clear operational standards, free digital fire report submissions, and modernized safety rules for lithium-ion batteries and bonfires.

4 mentions (1 this month)Last discussed May 28, 2026