Towamencin Township supervisors narrowly voted to move forward with a housing affordability audit to be conducted by the Montgomery County Planning Commission. The commission had offered the review in June, citing past housing approvals and projected population growth, as the township faces discussions about potential development projects like Freddy Hill Farms. The proposal sparked debate among supervisors, with Kristin Warner and Chuck Wilson opposing the audit, citing concerns about increased density and taxpayer cost. Wilson argued the audit wasn't necessary and dismissed the need for "workforce housing." Supervisor Kofi Osei pushed back, saying rejecting the audit wouldn’t save taxpayers money and stressed the value of an outside perspective. Tensions rose as Osei accused opponents of fearing recommendations from the county because they believed the commission had an "agenda." Osei argued the board had full authority to accept or reject any suggestions. Supervisors Chair Joyce Snyder supported the audit, and Supervisor Amer Barghouth cast the deciding vote in favor, saying a third-party review could offer helpful insights.
Source: The Reporter; 7/14/2025