Lehigh Township supervisors last week commended police officers for response to a threat incident on July 29.

Supervisor Janet Sheats said, “I speak for myself and others when I say, this goes for all the officers, thanks for stepping up.” The room applauded.

Sgt. Jon Roth gave the police report, thanking the community for support.

He said officers responded to a 911 call for a domestic when Sean Deibert was accused of injuring his mother and threatened to kill his neighbor. The officers requested assistance from Moore, Walnutport and Slatington.

Because the officer discharged his firearm, protocols are in place. Pennsylvania State Police were called in to handle the investigation and the Northampton District Attorney Office. The suspect was charged with assault and strangulation.

On Aug. 7, the state police added three counts of aggravated assault against the officers.

Roth said the officers are on administrative leave, which is a standard protocol; it does not indicate any wrong doing on the officers part.

“There are protocols that are required before they can return to duty,” Roth said.

“Police coverage remains a priority to us. A lot of our officers have stepped in to make sure the shifts are covered to receive the same dedicated service from our police department. Our officers have stepped up to work long shifts, and we will maintain uninterrupted police protection.”

Roth thanked residents who dropped off food and cards and the Lionesses for home-cooked meals.

“It meant a lot to the officers working long shifts,” he said. “I want to thank the residents for standing behind the Police Department. Your continued support is appreciated by all of our officers.”

Other reports

National Night Out has been postponed until Oct.6, because of the staff shortage.

Chief John Henry reported, “We had 438 calls logged: nine reportable accidents, five non-reportable accidents, 15 traffic violations issued, criminals processed through Booking Center, one DUI with motor vehicle accident, one indecent assault, corruption of minors.

Supervisor Dave Hess gave a recreation report, “Manager Alice Rehrig had a meeting with the company for the playground equipment. At the Recreation Committee Meeting on Monday, we will have pricing from the company.”

Frank Zamadics, public works director said, “We had a small breakdown with the paver, which slowed us down to get some roads. The first two weeks in September we will start oil and chip for many roads. We continue roadside mowing.”

Fire company representative John Knobloch said, “We don’t have a written report. We have been really busy with so many downed power lines, downed trees and property damage from all the storms.”

Mike Muffley, engineer reported, “Timberline Road is out for bids. There have been many contractors looking at it. Northwood Phase 2 is moving along.”

Roxann Colfer, zoning officer, reported, “We had two hearings on special exceptions on short term rentals which have been continued until September.”

Rehrig reported, “The data center ordinance is being advertised and on the agenda for the next meeting. I gave you the new ordinance for the parks to review. I got input from the Police Department.” Rehrig continued.

The board adopted the noise ordinance for the parks.