LEGAL NOTICE

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that on Wednesday, April 15, 2026 at 7:00 P.M., at the West Rockhill Township Municipal Building, 1028 Ridge Road, Sellersville, PA, 18960, the West Rockhill Township Board of Supervisors will hold a public hearing for the purpose of receiving public comment on an ordinance amending the West Rockhill Township Zoning Ordinance to create a new use for data centers permissible in the PI “Planned Industrial” Zoning District by special exception, establish definitions and regulations for data centers, and amend the schedule of use regulations. A full text copy of the proposed ordinance is available for inspection at the Township Municipal Building at 1028 Ridge Road, Sellersville, PA, 18960, the Bucks County Law Library, and the offices of this newspaper, during normal business hours. A summary of the proposed ordinance is set forth below. ALL INTERESTED PARTIES ARE INVITED TO ATTEND THE HEARING.

SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE

AN ORDINANCE OF THE WEST ROCKHILL TOWNSHIP BOARD OF SUPERVISORS AMENDING CHAPTER 450 OF THE WEST ROCKHILL TOWNSHIP CODE BY CREATING A NEW USE FOR DATA CENTERS; BY CREATING NEW DEFINITIONS  FOR SAID USE AND TERMS RELATING TO SAID USE; BY ADDING REGULATIONS FOR SAID USE; AND BY AMENDING THE TABLES OF USES TO PROVIDE FOR THE DATA CENTER USE

Article I: Definitions. Establishes definitions for Data Center, Data Center Accessory Uses/Structures, and Data Center Equipment.

Article II: Data Center Use Regulations. Establishes the Data Center use and accessory uses in the PI “Planned Industrial” Zoning District by special exception. Establishes dimensional standards for site area (min. 25 acres), lot width (min. 350 feet), parking area setbacks (150 feet from residential; 100 feet from nonresidential), and incorporates all other dimensions of the PI regulations. Applies regular township and state standards for noise, off-street loading, outdoor lighting, dust, fumes, vapors, gases, odors, heat, glare, vibration control, and construction hours. Requires use of public utilities and requires applicants to improve public infrastructure where necessary to avoid detrimental impact. Requires underground utility lines where practical. Requires adequate emergency access. Limits height of building to no more than 35 feet (including fixtures). Requires on-site solar power systems to generate solar energy for use by the data center to reduce strain on public electricity provider. Requires individual site plans. Provides for phased development and for decommissioning standards.

Article III: Amends Article XI (Planned Industrial District) to provide for data center uses by special exception. Amends Table 16-1, “Schedule of Uses by District” (Attachment 1 of the Zoning Ordinance) to reflect same.  

Article IV: Repealer. Severability Clause.

Article V: Severability Clause.

Article VI: Amendment to be effective immediately upon enactment.

WEST ROCKHILL TOWNSHIP

BOARD OF SUPERVISORS

                                                                       David A. Keightly, Jr., Solicitor

                                                                       1028 Ridge Road

                                                                       Sellersville, PA 18960

Link to the full ordnance. 

PENNIDGE REGIONAL POLICE IS HIRING - Executive Assistant

Location: Pennridge Regional Police Department

Type: Full Time Position (40 hours weekly Monday through Friday)

Supervisor: Chief of Police

Position Summary:

The Pennridge Regional Police Department is looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Executive Assistant to provide professional clerical and administrative support to the Police Department leadership and personnel. This position plays a critical role in the smooth running of the police department, while providing management of the vital functions of the organization. The Executive Assistant handles confidential personnel information, coordinates communications, and delivers high quality service to the public, department personnel and external agencies.

Key Responsibilities:

·   Screen and route calls, respond to the public and interdepartmental inquiries, while providing information on department services and requests to appropriate contact.

·   Processing invoices, and bills for payment, receivable invoices for contracted services other billable items.

·   Payroll administration includes review and correction of timecards, submitting payroll information to payroll company, maintain payroll records for all police department employees.

·   Records Management and compliance to include entering, update, and retrieve data in the Records Management System with a high level of accuracy, ensuring confidential information and criminal history records are handled, stored, and retained to maintain CJIS compliance.

·   Coordinate court dates with the local magisterial judge and maintain the department court calendar, while also serving as the point of contact with the court.

·   Collaborate with the Chief of Police in the hiring and onboarding of personnel ensuring documentation, access and department orientation is completed.

·   Coordinate the purchasing of supplies for the department, while also maintaining inventory of equipment and supplies.

·   Provide administrative support to the Chief of Police, officers, and department staff as requested.

Qualifications & Abilities:

·       High school diploma or equivalent (Associate’s Degree preferred)

·       Minimum of 2 years of administrative or clerical experience with law enforcement experience preferred.

·       Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook)

·       Experience with TRACS and CODY systems preferred

·       Strong organizational and multitasking skills

·       Ability to maintain confidentiality and handle sensitive information

·       Excellent written and verbal communication skills

·       Able to work independently with strong decision-making skills.

·       Proficiency in Quickbooks

·       Knowledge of Social Media operations

·       Familiarity with criminal justice terminology and procedures.

Compensation and Benefits

This full-time position offers a competitive hourly rate of $26.00 to $28.00 ($54,200 to $58,200 annually) based on qualifications and experience. Competitive benefits package to include medical, dental and prescription plans with paid time off and sick leave.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background investigation and any other required clearances.

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed and is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required.

Applicants are requested to submit their cover letter and resume to the Pennridge Regional Police Department in person or by email at information@pennridgepd.org. First review of resumes will commence on April 24, 2026 at 4 PM.

The Pennridge Regional Police Department is an Equal Opportunity Employer.