The Sentinel - March 27th, 2026
The Sentinel - March 27th, 2026
Cumberland County seeks next steps for demolition permit for Bishop Bridge
Cumberland County seeks next steps for demolition permit for Bishop Bridge
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Bishop Bridge Permitting Article
Bishop Bridge Permitting Article
March 18th, 2026: The Vote
March 18th, 2026: The Vote
Upper Allen Township - Board of Commissioners
Upper Allen Township - Board of Commissioners
At the Board of Commissioners meeting, Commissioner Eric Fairchild and Commissioner Phil Walsh voted in support of continuing the process toward Township ownership of Bishop Bridge.
At the Board of Commissioners meeting, Commissioner Eric Fairchild and Commissioner Phil Walsh voted in support of continuing the process toward Township ownership of Bishop Bridge.
Commissioners Jennifer Clarke, Karen Overly-Smith, and Ken Martin voted no, resulting in the motion not moving forward and the Township not taking ownership.
Commissioners Jennifer Clarke, Karen Overly-Smith, and Ken Martin voted no, resulting in the motion not moving forward and the Township not taking ownership.
The outcome reflected a divided Board decision on an issue that involved public discussion, resident input, and consideration of future responsibility for the bridge.
The outcome reflected a divided Board decision on an issue that involved public discussion, resident input, and consideration of future responsibility for the bridge.
March 18th, 2026:
March 18th, 2026:
Bishop Bridge Discussion
Bishop Bridge Discussion
Cumberland County Commissioners
Cumberland County Commissioners
January 28, 2026:
January 28, 2026:
County rejects bids due to permitting issues; PHMC coordination ongoing
County rejects bids due to permitting issues; PHMC coordination ongoing
(County Board Minutes)
(County Board Minutes)
Document: Board of Commissioners Meeting Minutes (1/28/2026)
What it shows: Motion passed to reject all bids on the Bishop Bridge demolition project due to permitting issues; County notes continuing work with PHMC on the demolition permit while also working with Upper Allen Township regarding ownership interest.
Upper Allen Township
Upper Allen Township
January 12, 2026:
January 12, 2026:
Upper Allen Township Public forum
Upper Allen Township Public forum
What happened: Upper Allen Township posts public notice for (and holds) a Public Forum regarding Bishop Bridge on January 12, 2026.
Why it matters: Marks a structured public engagement moment where residents can hear details and provide input on direction and impacts.
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