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Southampton committee introduces filming ordinance after noting Netflix interest
Summary
On May 5 the Southampton Township Committee introduced Ordinance 2026-04 to adopt Chapter 28, "Filming," to regulate filming in the township; committee members voted unanimously to introduce the ordinance after an overview by the township administrator noting interest from Netflix.
The Southampton Township Committee on May 5 introduced on first reading Ordinance 2026-04, which would adopt Chapter 28, "Filming," to regulate filming activity within Southampton Township.
Administrator Brandon Umba provided an overview of the proposed ordinance and noted that Netflix has expressed interest in filming within the township. The ordinance, as described in the meeting record, is intended to establish regulations and a permitting framework for filming activities.
Committeeman James Young moved to introduce the ordinance and Committeeman Ronald Heston seconded. The roll call vote was unanimous in favor of introduction by Committeeman Harrison, Committeeman Heston, Deputy Mayor Elizabeth Rossell, Committeeman Young and Mayor William Raftery.
The ordinance was introduced on first reading and will return for additional readings and any required public notice and hearing.
