Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Gloucester Township public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
10 issues in roads
Lakeside Avenue speed limit reduction
Council finalized a cut from 25 to 15 mph on Lakeside Avenue between Clifton and Pine Avenues. This should slow traffic and make the road safer for walkers and kids, though some drivers may find it restrictive.
Vacation of portion of Cedar Lane
Council gave up the township's public rights to a stretch of Cedar Lane, effectively transferring that roadway section out of public use.
Vacating public rights on a portion of Cedar Lane
Council introduced an ordinance giving up the township's public rights to a stretch of Cedar Lane. It gets a public hearing at second reading before anything is final.
2026 Road Improvement Program bids
Council authorized advertising bids for this year's road improvement program — paving work is coming to township streets.
Handicap parking at 1601 Coventry Place
A new handicapped parking space is being added at 1601 Coventry Place, with signage from Public Works and police enforcement.
Left-turn confusion at Wawa on Blackwood-Clementon Road
A Millbridge Road resident reported near-misses from drivers making left turns into the Wawa, unsure whether the turn is even legal. She was referred to a traffic officer for an answer.
Church Street / Blackwood-Clementon Road potholes
A resident described years of potholes near the railroad on Church Street, which the council confirmed is a county road. The township said it will forward the complaint to the county.
Traffic signal at new ShopRite exit (Blackwood-Clementon Road)
Councilman Nash asked whether a traffic light is planned at the new ShopRite exit on Blackwood-Clementon Road, noting residents keep asking him. No answer was given on the spot.
Snow and ice removal after major storm
Residents from Mulberry Station and Millbridge complained that plows left deep snow berms along curbs, blocked mailboxes, and skipped salting and sanding in some developments. Council and officials explained the storm's ice layer made curb-to-curb clearing impossible and defended Public Works' effort.
Drainage improvement bond financing (Argyle, Sturbridge, Melvin, Cherrywood, Kelly, Signey Lane)
Council locked in long-term, near-zero-interest Infrastructure Bank loans to permanently finance stormwater drainage work already completed on several streets. Projects came in under budget.