Author: Aaron

With the start of 2026 under way the Board of Supervisors held their Reorganizational Meeting on January 5, 2026, at 7:45pm. At the meeting Supervisor William Karaffa and Tax Collector Deneen Rhoads-Kratz were sworn in by Magisterial Judge Hon. Maurice H. Saylor. Township Manager Aaron Walizer was reappointed as manager and the Board of Supervisors officially organized the Open Space Committee with Ordinance 2026-01 because of the successful November 2025 open space referendum. As a first order of business the Board of Supervisors will be working on revising the township code to better position the township towards preservation and help keep Upper Frederick rural in nature.

Volunteers for the Parks and Recreation Board or the Open Space Committee. These two boards have a direct impact in preserving the character in Upper Frederick. There are multiple openings on both boards. If you interested please feel out the linked form and email it to info@aaron

Volunteer Form

The Board of Supervisors at their November 5th, 2025, and November 12th, 2025, meeting approved Ordinances 2025-08, 2025-09, 2025-10, 2025-11 & 2025-12. These ordinances make several changes to the Land development portions of the Township Code and other related code, all ordinances are at the links below:

Ordinance 2025-12 – Changes to Chapter 210, Replacement Sewage Systems

Ordinance 2025-11 — Expiration on Conditional Use Authorizations

Ordinance 2025-10 — SALDO Amend to Sewer section 240-29

Ordinance 2025-09 — SALDO Article II revisions

Ordinance 2025-08 — SALDO Article III Revisions

At the November 12th, 2025 Board of Supervisors meeting the Board voted 3-0 to adopt the 2026 budget. The budget is the first balanced budget in 4 years at the township and includes no Upper Frederick Township tax increase for 2026. A copy of the budget is below:

The Upper Frederick Township Board of Supervisors will conduct a public meeting on Tuesday, November 5th, 2025 at 7:00 PM at the Upper Frederick Township Municipal Building, 3205 Big Road, Zieglerville, PA 19492, to adopt the 2026 Annual Budget. The preliminary budget was approved for advertisement on October 8^th, 2025, and is available for viewing in person that Municipal Building or Digitally through the Township website (Below). Persons with a disability who wish to view the budget or attend the public hearings and require an accommodation to participate in the hearings should contact Upper Frederick Township at (610) 754-6436.”

Preliminary 2026 Budget

The Board of Supervisors at their August 6th, 2025, meeting heard their first FY2026 budget presentation from Township Manager Aaron Walizer. Mr. Walizer presented information on municipal taxes, tax history in Upper Frederick Township, and a state of the township from a financial perspective. The meeting was live streamed on Facebook and the presentation is provided below.

FY2026 August Budget Workshop Presentation

Good morning the Upper Frederick Community day will be October 4th, 2025 and we are accepting applications for those who would like to be vendors at this event HERE.

At the August 13, 2025, Board of Supervisors meeting, the Board of Supervisors discussed the current operating revenues and costs associated with the Ivy Ridge sewer plant. Township manager Aaron Walizer presented an overview of the last year of operations of the plant covering from June 2024 to June of 2025. The Operating Profit and Loss statement can be obtained HERE.

Mark your calendars, Upper Frederick will hold its annual Community Day on October 4th, 2025, from 10am to 3pm. There will be a shred truck, DJ, vendors, and lots of fun activities for all ages.

When: August 5th, 6th & 7th • 5:30 pm

Where: Green Lane Reservoir, 1051 Walt Road, Pennsburg, PA

What: Get ready to paddle, race, and conquer the waters of Green Lane Reservoir like never before! Inspired by the thrilling challenges of The Amazing Race, this action-packed adventure will test your teamwork, endurance, and problem-solving skills as you navigate checkpoints, tackle wild tasks, and race against the clock (and other teams!) for the ultimate victory.

From paddle sprints and puzzles to nature-themed mysteries, every twist and turn will bring you closer to glory—or “soaked” in suspense! Grab your family and friends and prepare for an evening of unforgettable fun and friendly competition on the water.

This event is organizaed by the Perkiomen Watershed Conservancy, find out more: HERE