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Aston Township extends police DROP period to 48 months
Summary
The board approved an ordinance amending the township Police Act 44 retirement program to extend the DROP maximum from 36 months to 48 months, reflecting a collective‑bargaining agreement with the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 27.
The Aston Township Board of Commissioners approved an ordinance extending the maximum DROP (Deferred Retirement Option Program) participation period for uniformed police personnel from 36 months to 48 months.
Commissioner Dougherty (speaker 6) presented the ordinance and read its text, citing the township’s prior Act 44 retirement program established on Dec. 28, 2020 (Ordinance No. 1008). The ordinance notes the extension reflects collective‑bargaining with the Fraternal Order of Police Lodge 27 and states the ordinance is effective immediately upon enactment.
The measure was moved, seconded and adopted on a voice vote. The solicitor and staff indicated the amendment implements terms the township previously agreed to in bargaining.
Why it matters: the change affects retirement timing and financial planning for participating uniformed officers and implements concessions agreed during collective bargaining.
Next steps: the ordinance is effective immediately; personnel and payroll departments will implement the modified DROP period for eligible officers.
