Lower Paxton news briefs

* Township officials that operate the sewer system are mulling a small rate hike of $4 or $5 for 2011 to avoid a bigger hike down the road. The current quarterly rate for residential properties is $116.

* Holy Name of Jesus Catholic Church is working on plans to construct a 1,400-seat sanctuary in the northwest corner of their property along Allentown Boulevard. Recently, a church representative gave an informational presentation on the project to the township supervisors.

* The township is preparing to refinance a portion of its existing debt. If approved, the refinancing would result in net savings of $264,000 in 2011, or the savings could be spread over several years. The supervisors agreed to take up this issue during their Oct. 19 meeting.

* CLICK HERE for recaps of recent township meetings.
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