Officials debate board size and representation in merger talks
Township leaders said they prefer a smaller governing body but are open to negotiation; some supervisors argued a five-member board would improve representation and ease recruitment challenges.
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A key topic at the Sept. 23 workshop was what a merged governing body should look like. Township Board Chairman John Theodossiou said the township prefers a smaller governing body—ideally three members—but indicated willingness to negotiate toward a five-member board. He cited difficulty recruiting qualified residents who can commit the time required for municipal service.
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