Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in Pennsauken public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
5 issues in public safety with high priority
Police Chief Separation Agreement
A consent resolution would ratify the separation agreement for Chief of Police Phillip Olivo, marking a leadership change at the top of the township's police department.
Criminal activity and safety concerns at Cooper River Plaza
A resident described break-ins, trespassing through unsecured roof doors, and homeless youth at the Cooper River Plaza complex, saying seniors are afraid to come home after 9 p.m. Township officials promised follow-up, and the complex owners face a rent stabilization board hearing July 29.
New fire department ambulance
The township is borrowing up to $304,000 to buy a new ambulance for the Fire Department. Final approval comes after a May 7 public hearing.
New fire ladder truck pre-payment
The township locked in production of a new $2.41 million ladder truck by pre-paying about $1.2 million through a cooperative purchasing contract. The truck replaces aging fire apparatus for the Pennsauken Fire Department.
Sober living house oversight concerns
A resident living in a sober home told the Committee that operators demand undocumented rent payments, threaten quick removal, and claim recovery-housing protections without providing any licensed treatment. The Committee promised to contact the county health department and State Senator Nilsa Cruz the next day.