Chair· 2026–2028
John O. Campbell
Lower Paxton Township
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Voice
- Meetings spoken in
- 32
- Total speaking time
- 5:34:49
- Avg per meeting
- 10:28
- Segments
- 8178
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Top issues during term (20)
2027 Public Works General Fund Budget and Staffing
The general fund projects an operational deficit of $867,003 to be drawn from the $14 million fund balance.
Double Taxation Concerns Regarding Library Funding
Repeal of the special library tax would remove a dedicated funding stream that currently supports library services.
Conway Fill Site Erosion and Stormwater Concerns
Part of a broader multi-year stormwater improvement plan valued at approximately $6.5 million.
Zen Leaf Medical Marijuana Dispensary Proposal
The applicant is investing over half a million dollars in building and security improvements.
Shearer Subdivision and Infrastructure Deferrals
Subdivision fees and potential infrastructure improvement costs present a financial burden to the property owners.
Indoor Recreation Facility Traffic and Ingress/Egress
Road Maintenance, Paving Plans, and ADA Requirements
Project cost is $720,654.96, which is about 30% below the engineer's estimate.
Compost Facility Operations and Compliance
Costs are not stated in the published agenda materials.
Commercial Expansion and Non-Conforming Use on Linglestown Road
Shopping Center Signage Expansion
Township Economic Development and Master Planning
Potential commercial tax base enhancement.
Bureau of Police 2027 Budget and Staffing Plan
Expanding police staffing would require additional budget allocations and potential tax adjustments.
Township Manager Employment Agreement and Salary
Legal expenses have exceeded budget by approximately $200,000.
Public Comment Policy and Rules of Decorum
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Electronic Communications and Records Policy
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Residential Setback Variance for Family Care Addition
Hidden Lake Drive Culvert Replacement
The contract amount is not stated in the published agenda materials.
Waiver of Land Development for 4010 McIntosh Road
2027 Community Development and Parks Budget
The Possibility Place Playground grant application requires a 1 million dollar 50/50 matching fund from the township capital improvement plan.
Conway Park Phase 1 Development
Professional services contract totaling $68,700 funded by grants.
Decisions during term (230)
Recorded while Campbell was in office — not necessarily decisions they moved, spoke to, or voted on.
Macintosh Investments Variance Approval
Pebble Climbing and Fitness Special Exception Approval
Wyatt Sign and Lighting Variance Approval
Vargas Residential Variance Approval
Approval of Minutes of August 18, 2026 Business Meeting
Approval of Conditional Use Application 26-01 (Zen Leaf Harrisburg)
Table Engineering Department Quarterly Presentation
Approval of Improvement Guarantee for Cider Press Station
Approval of Improvement Guarantees for 6509 Red Top Road and 6028 Camden Court
Table Subdivision Plan over Lands of Frederick C. and Joule K. Shearer
Approval of Preliminary 2027 Township Budget
Approval of Agreement with ReciteMe for Website Accessibility Compliance
Table Resolution 2026-27 Regarding Special Library Tax Election
Adoption of Resolution 2026-28 for Quick Claim Deed Transfer
Approval of Payment of Bills
Approve Change Order Number One for 2026 Paving Project
Conditional Use 26-01 (Zen Leaf Harrisburg)
Preliminary/Final Subdivision Plan Over Lands Frederick C. & Jewel K. Shearer
2026 August Business Meeting
2026 September Business Meeting
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